Hufford Family Funeral Home

Franklin R. Williamson

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Franklin R. Williamson, 66, of rural Mt. Cory passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2012 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. Frank was born on March 16, 1945 to Harold and Elsie (Preston) Williamson. Frank graduated from Liberty-Benton High School, and retired from Ball Metal after 28 years of service. Frank was a member of the Masonic Lodge, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, camping, and NASCAR.

Frank is survived by his wife of 44 years, Carol (Fawver) Williamson; children, Rich (Dawn) Williamson, Deven (Dan) Morris, and Dawn (Kyle) Tester; grandchildren, Cassie and Lizzy Williamson, Thomas and Taylor Morris, and Kyle, Laiken, and Eden Tester; brother, Alvin Williamson; sisters, Lora and Grace Welch, Ella (David) Moore, and Eloise Matthes; brother -in-law, James Fawver; and many nieces and nephews. Frank was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, David, Gene, and Cloyd; and nieces, Kaleena and Kira Fawver.

Friends and family may visit on Tuesday from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 11 a.m. at the Calvary United Methodist Church in Benton Ridge with Pastor Dick Powell officiating. Burial will follow in Benton Ridge cemetery. Memorial contribution’s in Frank’s name may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Ohio.

Garald R. Thomas

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Garald R. Thomas, 65 of Rawson, Ohio passed away on February 10, 2012 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center. Garald was born on December 9, 1946 to Donald and Evla (Arnett) Thomas in Fostoria, Ohio. Garald was a U.S. Army veteran, and worked as a laborer for various companies.

At Garald’s request, there will be no funeral servies. Hufford Family funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Dorothy (Brenner) Beetham Eibling

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Dorothy Brenner Beetham Eibling, 91, died February 14, 2012 at Birchaven Village in Findlay, Ohio. Dorothy was born in Austintown, OH, on December 16, 1920 to Henry D. and Anna (Hooley) Brenner. Dorothy married Rupert R. (Gus) Beetham on February 6, 1944 and he died on December 31, 1977. On January 1, 1981, Dorothy married James A. Eibling and he died on November 22, 1994.

Dorothy grew up in North Lawrence, OH and graduated from Massillon Washington High School in 1938. Dorothy received her R.N. from Massillon State Hospital in 1941, and later earned a B.A. in Health Education, and an M. A. in counseling from The Ohio State University. Dorothy worked as a nurse, a health teacher, a school nurse and a family counselor.

Dorothy is survived by three children, Lucretia Ann (J. Eric) Vandemark of North Baltimore, OH; Rennie (Vicki) Beetham of Dublin, OH; and Betsy Richards (Bryant Smith) of Stone Mountain, GA; three grandchildren, John (Kim) Vandemark of Gahanna, OH; Lucretia (Jason) Keadjian of Oakland, CA; and Sarah (Jonathan)Reed of Piedmont, OK; two step-grandchildren, Kelly (Chase) Bryan of Heath, OH; and Michael (Amy) Walters of Columbus, OH; and nine great-grandchildren, Zoe Ann Vandemark, John Eric Vandemark III, China Naomi Durham, Elijah Durham, Jonathan Reed, Mikaela Reed, Jacob Reed, Sosi Ann Keadjian and Colt Bryan. Dorothy was preceded in death by her siblings, brother Glenn Brenner, and sisters Elsie Lawrence, Esther Steiner and Evelyn Forrer.

A graveside service will be held in the spring at Pleasant View Mennonite Church and cemetery in North Lawrence, Ohio. HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500) has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contribution’s in Dorothy’s name may be made to the Washington High School Alumni Association, 207 Oak St. SE, Massillon, Ohio 44646.

Kathy L. (Holsinger) Ratcliff

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Kathy Lynn (Holsinger) Ratcliff, 49, of Findlay passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center with her husband and family by her side. Kathy was born on August 15, 1962 to George and Geri (Adams) Holsinger. Kathy worked as a laborer and was most recently employed with PBE Enterprises.

Kathy is survived by her husband Don Ratcliff; daughter, Holly Coldiron; granddaughter, Scarlet Fox; mother and step-father, Geri (Clyde) Musgrave; sisters, Sherry (Ben) Bechstein, and Deb Brown; brothers, Tim, Mark, and Allen (Laura) Holsinger; and many nieces and nephews she dearly loved. Kathy was preceded in death by her father, and by the aunt and uncle with whom she spent her earlier years, Jim and Mae Holbrook.

Friends may visit on Friday from 11-1 p.m. at the HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Bob Turner officiating. Burial will be held at Knollcrest cemetery. Memorial contributions in Kathy’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Douglas E. Hayman

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Douglas Eugene Hayman, 59, of Findlay, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. Doug was born on December 13, 1952, to Arnold and Joeanne (Croy) Hayman. Doug was the owner of Simply Sidewalks. Doug also worked for S.E. Johnson and Helms Excavating. Doug enjoyed playing pool and was a member of the Union, Local 574.

Doug is survived by sons, Dustin and Jacob Hayman; daughter, Jeana Hayman; and sister, Donna J. Hotelling. Doug was preceded in death by his parents.

Friends may visit on Thursday from 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. at the HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private at Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Doug’s name may be made to the family in care of Hufford Family Funeral Home.

Harold “Joe” McPheron

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Harold Joseph McPheron, 81, of Findlay passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center. Joe was born on August 1, 1930 to Harold and Mary Catherine (Foley) McPheron in Lima, Ohio. Joe was a U.S. Army veteran and worked for Clark Equipment. Joe was a member of the Findlay Moose Lodge, the Commanders Club, and the Amvets Post 21.

Joe is survived by his daughters, Randi (Fred) Hirschmann of Wasilla, Alaska, and Kelly (Hank) Ornelaz of Camarillo, California; daughter-in-law, Kathy (Dave) Arnold of Clyde, Ohio; grandchildren, Mindy (Chad) Koenig of Westerville, Ohio, and Joshua and Raymond Ornelaz of Camarillo,California; great-grandchildren, Leah and Ian Koenig of Westerville, Ohio; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Joe was preceded in death by his parents; son, Scott McPheron; companion, Donna Litzenberg; brothers, Bob (Fran) and Harold F. McPheron, Jr; sisters, Rosemary (Gene) Casey, and Maggie (Bill) Riepenhoff.

Joe will be missed by his family and friends.

Funeral services and burial will be private. HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500) has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions in Joe’s name may be made to the Amvets Post 21, 423 Trenton, Ave., Findlay, Ohio.

Helen I. Adams

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Helen Irene Adams 85, of Findlay, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2012. Helen was born on December 6, 1926, to William and Florence (Decker) Perry. Helen married Richard Galloway and they later divorced. In 1968, Helen married Elmo Adams, who passed away in 1978. Helen worked for the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department and was a member of the Findlay Moose Lodge.

Helen is survived by her sisters, Mrs. Mariam Silveus of Arlington, Mrs. Edna Radebaugh of Findlay, and Ms. Ella Medvin of Sierra Vista, Arizona; a step-sister, Mrs. Lanny (Betty) Semler of Clarksville, Tennessee; and many nieces and nephews. Helen was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Mrs. Carol Ann (Philip) Symonds.

Friends may visit on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. at the HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 3 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Raymond Kane officiating. Memorial contributions in Helen’s name may be made to Good Samaritan Society, Arlington, Ohio.

Sue A. Fleegle

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Sue A. Fleegle, 70, of Findlay went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at Birchaven Village. Sue was born on September 13, 1941 to Clarence E. and Olive M. (Rader) Rosenberger. Sue fought a long battle with cancer. Sue had her very loving family by her side during this time. Sue was very giving person, and had a wonderful heart to give to others. Sue had a full life with her family and friends. Sue was a homemaker, and often prepared accounting books for small businesses. Sue’s passion for music made others understand her gift to make the piano sing.

Sue is survived by her husband of 52 years whom she married on January 1, 1960, Keith Fleegle; daughters, Katherine L. Feelgle, of LaGrange, GA, Barbara A. Mason (Fleegle), of Marianna, Fl, and Pamela Smallwood (Fleegle), of Williamsburg, OH; grandchildren. Zachary C, Benjamin K., and Chase E. Mason, Charles and William Smallwood; great-grandchildren, Ellie, Mylee, Elianna, Zoey, and Brayden Mason, and Caleb Morrissey; and a sister, Nancy Regner (Rosenberger), of Findlay. Sue was preceded in death by her father Clarence E. Rosenberger.

Friends may visit on Saturday from 10:30 – 12:30 p.m. at the HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Mike VanDenEnyde officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Grove cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Sue’s name may be made to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in care of Pamela Smallwood, P.O. Box 684 Owensville, OH 45160.

Ruth G. Muir

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Ruth G. Muir, 88 of Findlay passed away on Friday, January 20, 2012 at Blanchard Valley Hospital. Ruth was born on May 29, 1923 to William and Edith (Rousher) Fry. Ruth graduated from Fostoria High School, and on May 29, 1943, she married Franklin Muir. He preceded her in death on November 30, 1989. Ruth was a member of the Findlay Senior Center, played the drums in the senior band, and was a home maker who enjoyed spending time with her family.

Ruth is survived by her children, James (Susie) Muir, of Findlay, Carol (Don) Irick, of Findlay, Kathy Lasley, of Carey, Deborah (Don) Zent, of Kokomo, IN, and Karen (David) Hawk, of Kansas, Ohio; grandchildren, Greg (Celine) Muir, Brian (Tracy) Muir, Christine (Stephen) Freed, Michael (Denise) DeVore,Todd DeVore, Laurie (Nick) Scheck, Rebecca (Troy) Barhite, Bradley Hoehner, Tyler Hawk, Leah Hawk; step-granddaughters, April Freed and Stephanie Williams; great-grandchildren, Caleb, Jacob, and Hannah Elsea, Amanda, Elyse, and Evan Scheck, Christian, Alicia, and Spencer Barhite, Kaitlyn DeVore, Kyle Devore, John and Dan Muir, Lauren and Megan Muir; step-great-grandchildren, Devin and Lindsey Williams; two very special girls in her life, Morgan and Melissa Place; sisters, Betty Schubert, and Evelyn Fey, of Fostoria; and a brother, Dugan (Sharon) Fry, of Florida. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a stillborn daughter.

Friends may visit on Monday from 4 – 8 p.m. at the HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Terry McBeath officiating. Burial will follow at Knollcrest cemetery. Memorial contributions in Ruth’s name may be made to the Upper Room Church of God, or to the Hancock County Senior Citizens Center.

RoseAnna C. Fleck

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RoseAnna C. Fleck, 83, of Fox Run Manor, Findlay passed away at 9:45 a.m. on Friday, January 20, 2012 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center. RoseAnna was born on April 5, 1928 to Urban and Pauline (Halter) Borer. RoseAnna married Walter (Bud) Fleck on July 29, 1948 and he preceded her in death on October 12, 2006. RoseAnna was the head majorette, and graduated valedictorian of her Calvert High School Class of 1946. RoseAnna was a home maker and loved spending time with her family.

RoseAnna, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother is survived by her children, Susan (Curt) Wagner, Joseph Fleck, Janet (Frank) Ambrose, Jim(Mickey) Fleck, Dave (Cindy) Fleck, Jude Fleck, and Dymphna (Mike Benavides) Fleck; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; sister, Jane Blum, of Galion, Ohio. RoseAnna was preceded in death by a son, Stephen; and a granddaughter, Heather Ambrose.

Friends may visit on Thursday from 10 – 12 p.m. at the HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). Funeral services will follow at 12 p.m. at the funeral home with Fr. Shaji Thomas officiating. Burial will be held at St. Michael’s cemetery. Memorial contributions in RoseAnna’s name may be made to Century Health Inc. or Bridge Home Health and Hospice.