ERROL C. BLACK

Errol C. Black, 80, of Washington Court House, Ohio died peacefully at his home on Friday, January 19, 2024.

Errol was born September 21, 1943, in Greenfield, Oho to Chester Fulton and Viva Nell Baxla Black.  He was a 1961 graduate of Edward Lee McClain High School in Greenfield and lived most of his life in New Holland and Washington Court House.

Before his retirement, he had been a welder at Armco for over 40 years.

He was a 56-year member of New Holland Lodge #392 F. & A.M. and served as master in 1972.  He was also a member of the 32nd Degree Masons, Valley of Columbus, Aladdin Temple Shrine in Columbus; the Washington Shrine Club; Washington Lodge #123 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and Fayette Aerie #423 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.

Errol was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by two daughters, Lorre L. Black and Kerri K. Black; a granddaughter, Peyton K. Black and the mother of his children, Kay L. Oughterson, all of Washington Court House.  Also surviving are four siblings, Diana (John) Smalley and Barry (Candy) Black, all of Greenfield, Kenny Black of Washington Court House and Portia (Rick) Knisley of Frankfort and several nieces and nephews.

To honor his wishes, cremation will be observed and there will be no visitation or service.

Memorial contributions may be made to his granddaughter’s college fund with checks payable to Kirkpatrick Funeral Home and sent to 554 Washington Avenue, Washington Court House, Ohio  43160.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

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BARBARA JEAN WILSON

Barbara Jean Wilson, age 86, died peacefully on Friday, January 12, 2024, at 9:55 p.m. at Court House Manor in Washington Court House where she had been residing since April 2023.

Barbara was born on August 30, 1937, in Fayette County, Ohio to David Ray Sr. and Marzella Frances Lowe Kimball.  She was a 1955 graduate of Bloomingburg High School and was a life-long member of this community.

On June 30, 1984, she married Thomas Dale Wilson. He preceded her in death on January 23, 2009. She was also preceded in death by her parents (1995 and 2003 respectively), a daughter, Jeri Ellen McCoy in 2015, and two brothers, David Ray “Sonny” Kimball Jr. in 2016, and Norman Francis Kimball in 1994.

Barbara is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law:  Kim Elaine McCoy (Duke Willis) and Mikki Jo Hunter Smith (George) of WCH and Toni Lynn (Terry) Miller of Chillicothe; five grandchildren: Derek Miller, Caitie (Cory) Huffman, Jessie (Adam) Baldwin, Ryan Simmons and Sara Simmons, five great grandchildren: Daniel Miller, Reese and Kip Huffman, Claire and Jedd Baldwin, one great-great granddaughter Mya Benson Miller and five step grandchildren: Erin Smith, Emily (Spencer) Bradley, Jessica (Bob Roy) Willis, Kellie (Cameron) Schwalbach (Boden and River) and Nick Willis. She is also survived by a brother and sister-in-law, Gary W. and Donna Kimball of Washington Court House and sisters-in-law Janet Kimball of Marion, VA and Mary Cox of Washington Court House, two brothers-in law: Ronnie (Karen) Wilson and Lonnie (Jan) Wilson, many nieces and nephews and a special “daughter from another mother” Kim Emrick Church, of Palatka, FL.  Barbara’s first husband and father of her daughters, Jerry W. McCoy, also survives her.

Barbara retired from her employment with the State of Ohio in 1995. She was an active member of the Women’s Auxiliary of the WCH VFW for many years. Anyone who ate at the Women’s Auxiliary breakfast fundraisers over the years knew what her family knew – she was an excellent cook, and her sausage gravy and biscuits were the best! She was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed knitting and crocheting in her spare time. She loved her dogs like the family they were and outlived three fur babies: Guido, Missy and Roxy. Her last love, Penny, is still with us and has her forever home with Mikki.

To honor her wishes cremation will be observed and a graveside service and interment will be held later to be announced by the family and Kirkpatrick Funeral Home.

The family thanks the staff at Court House Manor for their kindness and thoughtfulness during Barbara’s stay there. And a heartfelt THANK YOU to Lauren and Katie (Ohio’s Hospice of Fayette County) for your dedication and guidance.

The family asks that memorial contributions be made to Ohio’s Hospice of Fayette County in Barbara’s name, 222 North Oakland Avenue, Washington Court House, Ohio  43160.

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THOMAS J. KELLY

Thomas J. Kelly, 74, of New Holland, Ohio died Sunday, January 7, 2024, at his home.  He had been in failing health.

He was born December 24, 1949, in Pickaway County, Ohio to Joseph Glen and Florence Kathleen Armentrout Kelly.  He was a 1969 graduate of Miami Trace High School and lived most of his life in Fayette County before moving to New Holland several years ago.

Before his retirement, he had worked at Cortec in Washington Court House.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived a son and daughter-in-law, Thomas J. (T.J.) and Cherie Kelly, II of Mascoutah, IL; a daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and (David) Piatt of Macon, MO; five grandchildren, Taylor Kelly, Maiah Kelly, Kayla Piatt, Zachary (Samantha) Piatt and Katie Piatt; three great grandchildren, Eli and Kameron Williams and Eleanor Piatt; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Cindy and Esty Binegar of Washington Court House and Kathy and David Johnson of Fayette County and three nephews, Kenneth Binegar, Marvin Johnson and Ethan Johnson.

To honor his wishes, cremation will take place.  There will be no visitation or service.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

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BETTY JUNE FANNON

 

 

 

 

 

Betty June Fannon, 74, of Washington Court House, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at 3:10 a.m. at Kobacker House Hospice in Columbus where she had been a patient since December 26.

Betty was born December 9, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio to Charles Franklin and Mabel Julia Ashmore Fannon and moved to Fayette County 30 years ago from Columbus.

She formerly was a member of the Pleasantview Baptist Church in Grove City and recently had been attending the Grove City Church of the Nazarene.  She loved animals.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Charles F. Fannon, Jr. and his wife, Sandra, Ronald M. “Dubby” Fannon and John W. Fannon; a brother-in-law, Pastor Albert F. (Buddy) Manson and three nephews.

She is survived by two sisters, Judith Taniguchi and her husband, Ken, of Westerville and Mary Manson of Grove City; a sister-in-law, JoAnn Fannon of London; many nieces and nephews and her beloved dog, Snoopy.

Family and friends may call at the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House Friday, January 5, 2024, from 12 Noon until 1 p.m. at which time prayers will be offered by Mell Wickensimer, director of visitation at WCH Grace Methodist Church.   Burial will follow in Bloomingburg Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite humane society.

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JANE ANN GARRISON

Jane Ann Garrison, 77, former longtime New Holland resident. died Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at 3:53 a.m. at Signature HealthCARE of Fayette County where she had been residing since June 17, 2022.

Jane Ann was born June 2, 1946, in Columbus, Ohio to Howard and Elaine McQuay Garrison.  She was a 1964 graduate of Miami Trace High School.

She had formerly assisted with 3 Moms Catering.

Jane Ann was an avid and loyal Miami Trace Panther fan.  She never missed a Miami Trace sporting event from the time she was in high school until her health permitted her from attending.  She had been an active member of the Miami Trace Athletic Boosters and in 1989, was inducted into the Miami Trace Athletic Boosters Hall of Fame.  She was also a member of the New Holland Methodist Church.

She loved cats and her many feline friends throughout the years provided her with much comfort and companionship.

Jane Ann, who was an only child and never married, was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by a cousin, Greg Miller of Washington Court House; her many Miami Trace, New Holland and church friends, and her Kirkpatrick “cousins” whom she considered her family.

The funeral will be Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at 1 p.m. at the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in New Holland with the Rev. Linda Crew, pastor at the New Holland Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will follow in the New Holland Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 12 Noon until the time of the service.

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KIMBERLY RENEE FISHMAN

Kimberly Renee Fishman, 65, of Washington Court House, Ohio passed away Monday, December 18, 2023, at 11:20 p.m. at Kobacker Hospice House in Columbus where she had been admitted earlier in the day following a two-week stay in hospitals.

Kimberly was born March 7, 1958, in Franklin County, Ohio to Dwight and Shirley McCallister Norris.  She was a 1976 graduate of Teays Valley High School and moved to Washington Court House in 2015, from Circleville.

She had worked for the State of Ohio until her retirement and had also worked at Taco Bell for several years until this past May.

She was preceded in death by an aunt, Lucile Norris; her husband, Marc Fishman; her father and her pet cat and best friend, Pumpkin Pie.

Kimberly is survived by two daughters, Amy Lamb and her wife, Samantha, of England; Erica Snyder and her husband, Herschel, of Washington Court House; two grandsons, Gabryel and Rylan Snyder; her mother, Shirley Norris of Ashville; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Robyn and Jim Helsel and Cheryl and Shannon Cherry, all of Ashville and several nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be Friday, December 22, 2023, at 1 p.m. at the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House with Mell Wickensimer, director of visitation at WCH Grace Methodist Church, officiating.  Burial will follow in Bloomingburg Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home Friday from 12 Noon until the time of the service.

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MARK DENNY SCOTT

Mark Denny Scott, 79, of Washington Court House, Ohio died Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 3:50 a.m. at Court House Manor where he had been residing since November 25.

Mark was born May 18, 1944, in Fayette County, Ohio to William Thomas and Celestia Cleora Speakman Scott.  He was a 1975 graduate of Washington High School and lived most of his life in this community.

Before his retirement he worked in janitorial and maintenance services for various companies.

Mark was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War and was a member of Paul H. Hughey Post #25 of the American Legion, O. E. Hardway Post #3762 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Washington Court House Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans.

He was preceded in death by five brothers, Ronald, Carl, Thomas, Raymond and Glenn Scott.

Mark, who was never married, is survived by three sisters, Janice Scott and Nancy Scott, both of Washington Court House and Betty Shears of Centerville, Ohio and several nieces and nephews including his special caregiver and niece, Celestia Sykes.

The funeral will be Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House with Mell Wickensimer, director of visitation at WCH Grace Methodist Church, officiating.  Following cremation, burial of the cremains will be in the Washington Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Thursday.

FRANK EDWARD ZIRKLES

Frank Edward Zirkles, 79, of Washington Court House, Ohio died Thursday, November 30, 2023, at his home.

Frank was born August 11, 1944, at Bainbridge in Ross County, Ohio to Jesse James and Ethel Walls Zirkles.  He was a graduate 1962 of Edward Lee McClain High School and lived most of his life in Greenfield before moving to Washington Court House.

Before his retirement, he had worked at RCA in Circleville.

He was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam War.

Frank was famous for his storytelling and infectious laugh.  He was a deep thinker, intelligent and very knowledgeable about many things in life.  He loved working with his hands on anything electrical and mechanical.  He enjoyed a competitive game of golf.  Frank also enjoyed big family gatherings.  He was loved by his family and will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Doug and Tommy Zirkles; a sister, Ruth Byers; a nephew, Tommy Zirkles and two brothers-in-law, Keith Veach and Hager Risner.

Frank, who was never married, is survived by two brothers, Denny Zirkles and his wife, Linda, and John Zirkles, all of Greenfield; three sisters, Kathryn Scott and her husband, Bill, of Columbus, Joann Risner of Piketon and Susie Veach of Cincinnati and numerous nieces and nephews.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation will be observed and there will be no visitation or service.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

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V. ANN COX

Ann Cox, 88, of Washington Court House, Ohio died Saturday, November 25, 2023, at 7:50 p.m. at St. Catherine’s Manor of Washington Court House where she had been residing the past year.

Ann was born September 6, 1935, in Fayette County, Ohio to William McKinley and Anna Marie Greenwalt Dews.  She was a 1953 graduate of Washington High School and was a lifelong resident of this community.

She formerly was a medical assistant for Dr. Joseph Herbert and Dr. Warren Craig.

Ann attended Heritage Church, had been a member of the community band and the Washington Lioness Club.

Her passion was taking care of her family and home.  She enjoyed flowers and gardening and was a pet lover.

She was preceded in death by her husband, P. Wesley Cox on November 19, 2022, and a brother, Mac Dews, Jr. on December 10, 2016.

She is survived by four children, Joseph Alan Cox and his wife, Janice, of Alpharetta, GA; Jennifer Ann Heiny and her husband, Mark, of Washington Court House, Jonathan Dews Cox and his wife, Cindy, of Jeffersonville and Jason Daniel Cox and his wife, Jennifer, of Mason, OH; eight grandchildren, Morgan Cox, Mallory (Ethan) Cunningham, Molly (Terry) Gruber, Jake Pollock, Alicia (Nathan) Dill, Logan, Nathan and Katie Cox; six great grandchildren, Macy, Megan, Paislee, Roman, Macklin, Jovie and a great great granddaughter, Daisy.

To honor her wishes, cremation will take place and there will be no service or visitation.

A private memorial service will be observed by her family at a later date.  Burial of the cremains will be in Washington Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

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ESTHER ZELLERS

Esther Zellers, 106, of Washington Court House, Ohio, died Friday, November 24, 2023, at 11:58 p.m. at her home, just 16 days away from her 107th birthday.

Esther was born December 10, 1916, in Licking Township in Fairfield County, Ohio to Ivan R. and Vera V. Hizey Poff.  She graduated from Liberty Union High School at the age of 16 and later worked at a dress shop in Baltimore, OH.

She was a farm wife and assisted her husband with his farming operations in Fairfield and Licking Counties and then in Pickaway County when they purchased a farm and moved to New Holland in 1962.  She had lived in Washington Court House since 1983.

Esther was involved in church activities throughout her life.  She was a member of WCH Grace Methodist Church and the Rebekah Circle at the church.   She formerly was a Methodist Youth Fellowship advisor.

She enjoyed sewing, quilting, travelling and reading but especially enjoyed cooking for her family and friends.

On October 1, 1939, she married Derwin Zellers at Paradise Hill in Ashland County, Ohio.  He preceded her in death on April 22, 1993.  She was also preceded by two daughters, Linda Kay Waller on April 13, 2011, and Rita Yvonne Squires on July 2, 2022; by four sisters, Verna Stamm, Ruth Ety, Vietta West and Jane Poff and two sons-in-law, Johnnie Squires and Larry Waller.

Esther is survived by three daughters, Diana Kirkpatrick and her husband, Roger, of Washington Court House, Dixie Hott of New Holland and Terri Kirkpatrick and her husband, Bruce, of Washington Court House; 15 grandchildren, Greg (Paige) Squires, Mark (Cyndi) Squires, Mary Jill (Terry Hicks) Miller, Laura (Jonathan Westrich) Waller, Tamara Waller, Beth (Jay Dorsey) Waller, Julie Waller, Matt (Lisa) Waller, Brent (Sarah) Kirkpatrick, Troy (Kristen) Kirkpatrick, Eric Hott, Ria (Marc) Grubb, Mallorie (Justin Hupp) Hott, Nikki (Bryan) Sheets and Brock (Tiffeny) Kirkpatrick; 37 great grandchildren; 14 great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at 1 p.m. at the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House with Mell Wickensimer, director of visitation at WCH Grace Methodist Church, officiating.  Burial will follow in the Washington Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 11 a.m. until time of the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to WCH Grace Methodist Church, 301 East Market Street, Washington Court House, Ohio 43160.

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