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Lewis Shultz - April 06, 1928 - October 04, 2013

Departed: 10/04/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Lewis Edward Shultz, age 85, a resident of Portland, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2013 at Persimmon Ridge in Portland.

Lewis was born on April 6, 1928, in Jay County, Indiana, the son of William and Mary (Shirk) Shultz. He graduated from Poling High School in 1946. He worked for New Idea Corporation in Coldwater, Ohio, retiring after 38 years of service. He also farmed in Jackson and Bearcreek Township in Jay County. Lewis married Betty Jean Liddy on December 24, 1948. Survivors include: His wife of 64 years: Betty Jean Shultz – Portland, Indiana 2 Sons: Steven Shultz (wife Cassie) – rural Portland, Indiana Timothy Shultz (wife Kim) – Carbondale, Colorado 3 daughters: Anita Frasher (husband Dave) – Portland, Indiana Tina Gresenz (husband Bob) – Orange, California Tamara Sisler (husband Tom) – Hartford City, Indiana 14 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter

Visitation for Lewis will be held on Tuesday from 2-7 p.m. at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday 10 a.m. at the Union Chapel Church, 6238 N. 375 W., Bryant, Indiana. Pastor Mike Morgan and Paul Isch will officiate and burial will follow in the Gravel Hill Cemetery, west of Bryant.

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Leandro Medina - February 27, 1956 - October 03, 2013

Departed: 10/03/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Leandro Medina, age 57, a resident of Berne, passed away on Thursday, October 03, 2013, at Adams Memorial Hospital in Decatur.

Leandro was born on February 27, 1956, in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico the son of Florentino and Herlinda (Ramirez) Medina. He worked in construction in Berne for 8 years. He married Elvia Romero on December 16, 1980. Survivors include: His wife: Elvia Medina – Berne, Indiana 3 sons: Arturo Medina (wife Anna) – Brownsville, Texas Jesus Medina – Berne, Indiana Franky Medina (wife Abby) – Berne, Indiana 1 daughter: Elvia Nibarger (husband Fred) – Berne, Indiana 4 sisters: Carmela Villalobos – Brownsville, Texas Isidra Medina – Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico Alicia Medina – Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico Guadalupe Camacho – Fort Myers, Florida 7 grandchildren

Private services will be held for the family at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

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James Denney - June 24, 1931 - September 25, 2013

Departed: 09/25/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: James Denney, age 82, a resident of Portland, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2013, at Albany Health and Rehab in Albany.

James was born on June 24, 1931, Portland, Indiana, the son of Burla and Nevada (Warnock) Denney. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 855 for over 59 years and was an avid fisherman. He married Louise Anderson on October 1, 1954. Survivors include: His wife: Louise Denney – Portland, Indiana 1 son: Robert Denney (wife Donna) – rural Portland, Indiana 2 daughters: Rebecca Elbendary – Clovis, California Sandra Denney – New Castle, Indiana 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren

Visitation will be held on Monday from 4-7 p.m. at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Burial will follow in the Green Park Cemetery in Portland.

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Felicia Myers - March 17, 1977 - September 24, 2013

Departed: 09/24/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Felicia Myers, age 36 a resident of Portland passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. She worked at the Pretzel Factory, Bluffton. She had also worked at Yesteryears Inn in Redkey.

She was born on March 17, 1977 in Portland, Indiana the daughter of Larry Mock and Diana (Myers) Camp. Survivors Include:

Her Fiancé- Eric Serjern, Portland, In.

1 Son- Liam Eric Conner Serjern, Portland, In.

1 Sister- Michaela Camp, Portland, In.

2 Daughters- Raven Myers, Portland, In.

Willow Stevens, Portland, In. 1 Step Brother- Gary Camp, Washington Court House, Ohio 1 Step Sister- Becky Camp, Washington Court House, Ohio

Mother- Diane Camp, Portland, In.

Grandparents- James and Mary Myers, Pennville, In. She was preceded in death by 2 children- Rainbow Stevens and Gabriel Serjern

Visitation will be held from 10am-8pm on Friday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Saturday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Rev. Phill Jellison will officiate the services and burial will follow in the Gravel Hill Cemetery, west of Bryant.

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Eulalia L. Binegar - March 23, 1930 - September 18, 2013

Departed: 09/18/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Eulalia Lee Binegar, age 83, a resident of Dunkirk, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at Millers Merry Manor in Dunkirk.

Eulalia was born on March 23, 1930, in Celina, Ohio, the daughter of Herbert O. and Goldie (Dock) Slusser. She worked for Jay Garment in Portland for several years and NAAS Foods in Portland for several years and Mannix Green House. She married Leroy Binegar on June 25, 1949 and he passed away on December 3, 2003. Survivors include: 2 daughters: Tonia Moore (husband Rick) – Dunkirk, Indiana Donna Mannix (husband Larry) – rural Dunkirk, Indiana 2 grandchildern and 6 great grandchildren

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Binegar and a son, Ricky Binegar.

Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Pastor Carl Stone will officiate and burial will follow in the Dunkirk IOOF Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed towards Family Life Care in Berne.

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Betty "GAMMY" Ross - September 14, 1933 - September 09, 2013

Departed: 09/09/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Betty “GAMMY” Ross, age 79 passed away Monday at her home in Portland. She owned and operated the Quick Clean Laundry on E. Votaw St. in Portland for several years. Betty moved to Casa Grande, Arizona and worked for the Casa Grande Medical Center. She was a graduate of Dunkirk High School.

Betty Ross was born September 14, 1933 in Muncie, Indiana the daughter of Milford and Fannie (Bird) Clevenger. Survivors Include:

2 Sons- David Ross, Washington D.C. Garry Ross, Portland, Indiana 1 Daughter- Diana Ross-Logue, Portland, Indiana 4 Brothers- Bob Clevenger, Winchester, Indiana Carol Clevenger, Dunkirk, Indiana Harold Clevenger, Shelbyville, Indiana Blaine Clevenger, Tulsa, Oklahoma 6 Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren

Visitation will be held from 1-4 p.m. Saturday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland with Rev. Rogers Durham officiating. Private family burial will be held at a later date in Mooreland Cemetery, Mooreland, Indiana.

Memorials may be directed towards the Jay County Cancer Society.

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Roger D. Smith - July 21, 1954 - August 25, 2013

Departed: 08/25/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Roger D. Smith, age 59, a resident of Portland passed away Sunday, August 25, 2013 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He retired from Teledyne Portland Forge after 26 years. He graduated in 1972 from Portland High School.

Roger D. Smith was born July 21, 1954 in Portland, Indiana the son of Donald and Ollie (Love) Smith. Survivors Include: 1 Son- Matthew Smith, Lima, Ohio 1 Daughter- Jama Swygart, Ft. Wayne, Indiana 1 Brother- Allen D. Smith, Portland, Indiana 3 Grandchildren

Visitation will be held from 3-7pm on Wednesday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am Thursday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Randy Smith will officiate the services and burial will follow in the Little Salamonia Cemetery, southeast of Portland.

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Leonard Betz - February 03, 1930 - August 21, 2013

Departed: 08/21/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Leonard Betz, age 83, a resident of Portland passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie.

He retired from New Idea Corporation in Coldwater, Ohio. He was a US Army veteran and served in the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Portland American Legion Post 211 where he served in the honor guard and was a member of the 40&8. He was also a member of the Portland Moose Lodge.

Leonard was born February 3, 1930 in Noble Twp., Jay County the son of Arthur and Elva (Guiff) Betz. Survivors Include: 1 Daughter- Lisa Lawhead, Portland, Indiana 2 Sons- John Betz, Redkey, Indiana Harold Betz (wife-Teresa), Ft. Recovery, Ohio 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren

Visitation will be held from 11am-1pm Friday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Friday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home. Pastor Hugh Kelly will officiate the services and burial will follow in Green Park Cemetery. American Legion Post 211 will be in charge of military graveside rites at the cemetery.

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Wanda Glass - January 23, 1927 - August 20, 2013

Departed: 08/20/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Wanda Glass, age 86, a resident of Portland, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2013, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie.

Wanda was born on January 23, 1927, in La Fontaine, Indiana, the daughter of Everett “Bert” and Mildred (Rennaker) Matthews. She was a caregiver for the elderly for many years. She attended Corner Stone Baptist Church in Portland. Wanda enjoyed knitting and crocheting and playing train dominos. She also enjoyed watching the Indiana Pacers, Indiana University Basketball, Cincinnati Reds and NASCAR. She married Paul Glass on August 14, 1976 and he passed away on March 10, 1992. Survivors include: 3 sons: William Wilhelm (wife Sindi) – Decatur, Indiana Steven Wilhelm (wife Debra) – Redkey, Indiana Thomas Wilhelm – Redkey, Indiana 1 daughter: Jayne Bailey (husband Tom) – Mississippi 1 sister: Betty Hester – Richmond, California 1 brother: Robert Matthews (wife Glenna) – Wabash, Indiana 1 step-son: Dick Glass – Millgrove, Indiana 1 step-sister: Jane Narducci (husband Ken) – Matthews, Indiana Many grandchildren and several great grandchildren

She was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Craig Wilhelm.

Visitation for Wanda Glass will be held on Friday from 4-7 p.m. at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Pastor Wayne Ward will officiate and burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery, south of Redkey.

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Betty J. Pogue - August 17, 1925 - August 19, 2013

Departed: 08/19/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Betty J. Pogue, age 88, passed away Monday, August 19, 2013 at her home in Portland following an extended illness. She retired from Anchor Hocking in Winchester in 1987 after 38 years. She was also a Beautician in Jay County for many years. She was a member of the Evangelical Methodist Church, Portland. She graduated from Amber Beauty School in Muncie.

Betty was born August 17, 1925 in Portland, Indiana the daughter of Earl and Dorothy (Kelly) Grimes. She was married on December 31, 1942 to Glen Pogue. He passed away in 1979. Survivors include: 1 Grandson- Shane Babbitt (girlfriend- Michelle Hersberger) , Portland, Indiana 1 Son in law- Chuck Babbitt, Portland, Indiana 1 Daughter deceased- Becky Babbitt

Visitation will be held from 12:00pm-3:00pm on Thursday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00pm Thursday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland with Pastor Steve Arnold officiating. Burial will follow in the Green Park Cemetery in Portland.

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Peggy Loper - February 05, 1949 - August 18, 2013

Departed: 08/18/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Peggy Loper, age 64, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2013 at her home in Pike Twp., Jay County following an extended illness.

Peggy was born on February 5, 1949, in Peru, Indiana, the daughter of George and Charlotte (Eillingwood) Orpurt. She attended Jay County High School. Peggy was a foreman for Standard Brush and Broom in Portland for 29 ½ years and FCC in Portland for past 15 years. She was a member of the Portland Moose Lodge Auxiliary. She married John Loper on March 4, 1966. Survivors include: Her husband of 47 years – John Loper – rural Portland, Indiana 3 sons: John Loper, Jr. (wife Marcia) – Columbia City, Indiana Peter “Randy” Loper – Winchester, Indiana Jeremy “Jerry” Loper – Portland, Indiana 1 sister: Linda Cummings (husband William) – Gilbert, Arizona ½ sister: Elaine “Sue” York – Kentucky Her step-father: Stan Galbreath – South Bend, Indiana 3 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandson

Visitation will be held from 10am-6pm on Wednesday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will follow at 6:00pm on Wednesday at the funeral home with Pastor James Huey officiating the service.

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George A. Brewster - August 16, 1945 - August 06, 2013

Departed: 08/06/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: George A. Brewster, age 67, a resident of rural Pennville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, August 06, 2013, at his home.

George was born on August 16, 1945, in Bluffton, Indiana, the son of Paul Edward Brewster and Bethel (Iliff) Hall. He retired from EPC in Geneva after 35 years of service. Survivors include: 1 son: Gary Brewster (wife Leah) – rural Portland, Indiana 2 daughters: Mona Brewster – Fort Recovery, Ohio Elizabeth Brewster – Pennville, Indiana 3 sisters: Marian Warner – Hartford City, Indiana Alberta Close – Bluffton, Indiana Jeannie Lawler – Indianapolis, Indiana 5 grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson

A Memorial service will be held at 4:00pm Monday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

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Mary Helen Morehous - September 14, 1928 - August 03, 2013

Departed: 08/03/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Mary Helen Morehous, age 84, a resident of rural Portland, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2013 at Persimmon Ridge in Portland.

Mary Helen was born on September 14, 1928, in Jay County, the daughter of Lester “L.D.” and Blanche F. (Hough) Morehous. Mary Helen graduated from Portland High School in 1946. She worked at Morris 5&10 in Portland for 4 years and G.C. Murphy’s in Portland for 40 years. She was a member of the Bellefountaine United Methodist Church where served as a song leader, treasurer and was active with the Ladies Aide. She was also a member of the Jay County Hospital Auxiliary. Survivors include: 2 nieces: Patricia Hudson – rural Portland, Indiana Sheryl Hudson – rural Portland, Indiana 1 nephew: David Hudson – rural Portland, Indiana

Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. Burial will follow in the Salamonia Cemetery in Salamonia, Indiana.

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Theresa A Jones - October 16, 1953 - August 02, 2013

Departed: 08/02/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Theresa A. Jones, age 59, a resident of Jackson Twp., Jay County passed away Friday, August 2, 2013 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was a member of The Rock Church in Portland and worked for Jay Randolph Developmental Services for many years.

Theresa was born October 16, 1953 in Celina, Ohio the daughter of Richard and Mary (Bentz) McGraw. She was married on March 21, 1975 to Stephan Jones. Survivors Inlcude: Her beloved husband- Stephen Jones, rural Portland 2 Sons- Jeremy Jones, Portland, Indiana Stephen Jones Jr. (wife-Shelle), Thompson Station, Tennessee 2 Daughters- Mary Jane Eley (companion- Jim Crawmer), Redkey, Indiana Sherry Boolman (husband-Jeff), Willshire, Ohio 6 Brothers- Don McGraw (wife-Sandy), Portland, Indiana Mike McGraw (wife-Deb), Pennville, Indiana Robert “Bobby” Keller (wife-Bonita), Portland, Indiana Marvin McGraw, Ft. Wayne, Indiana Bill McGraw, Portland, Indiana Dave McGraw (wife Cindy) - Portland, Indiana 1 Sister- Patricia Miller, Portland, Indiana 10 Grandchildren I brother deceased- Dan Keller

Visitation will be held from 4-7pm on Monday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 11am Tuesday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Pastor Mark Hinshaw will officiate the services and burial will follow in the Wells Cemetery northwest of Portland.

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Anna L. Wolford - June 14, 1926 - July 25, 2013

Departed: 07/25/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Anna L. Wolford, age 87, a resident of rural Bryant, Jackson Township, Jay County, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2013 at her home.

Anna was born on June 14, 1926, in Jay County, Indiana, the daughter of Orris and Mary (Meehan) Sipe. She graduated from Madison Township High School in 1944. She worked for CTS in Berne for 20 years. Anna was a member of the Fairview United Methodist Church and the Portland Evening Optimist Club. She married Charles E. Wolford on November 16, 1946 and he passed away on March 17, 1993. Survivors include: 2 sons: David L. Wolford (wife Sheila) – rural Bryant, Indiana Dale A. Wolford (wife Karen) – rural Portland, Indiana 5 daughters: Janet Wagner (husband Don) – rural Portland, Indiana Nancy J. Wolford – rural Portland, Indiana Mary Laux (husband Ron) – rural Portland, Indiana Bev K. Wolford – Bryant, Indiana Lisa M. Williams (husband- Richard) – Portland, Indiana 1 brother: Howard Sipe – Union City, Indiana 9 grandchildren , 13 great grandchildren Several nephews and nieces

Visitation for Anna Wolford will be held from 1-4pm on Sunday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00am Monday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Burial will follow in the Gravel Hill Cemetery, west of Bryant.

Memorials may be directed to Family Life Care Hospice or the donors choice.

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Bonnie Pavey - July 18, 1928 - July 25, 2013

Departed: 07/25/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Bonnie Pavey, age 85, a resident of Portland, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2013 at Persimmon Ridge in Portland.

Bonnie was born on July 18, 1928, in Portland, Indiana, the daughter of John and Laurral (Beck) Bell. She worked for Kerr Glass in Dunkirk for over 37 years. Bonnie married Raymond Pavey in 1942 and he passed away in 1982. Survivors include: 1 son: Chuck Pavey (wife Patty) – Peru, Indiana 1 daughter: Barbara Platt (husband Doug) – Portland, Indiana 2 sisters: Wanda Taylor – Coldwater, Michigan Jo Halsty – Coldwater, Michigan 6 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter

Visitation will be held on Friday from 11a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Burial will follow in the Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Muncie.

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Roy C. Reed - December 23, 1928 - July 23, 2013

Departed: 07/23/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Roy C. Reed, age 84, a resident of Greene Twp., Jay County passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2013 at Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Center in Portland. He drove a school bus for Fleming Co., Kentucky schools for 10 years and also farmed and worked for Sloan’s Paint and Construction for many years. He was a member of the Christian Holiness Church, Flemingsburg, Ky and attended Walnut Corner Church in Jay County. He was a member of the Tri State Gas Engine and Tractor Association.

He was born in Nisi, Kentucky on December 23, 1928 the son of Charley and Zetta (Humphries) Reed.

He was married May 25, 1949 to Helena Gray and she passed away on August 24, 2012. Survivors Include: 1 Daughter- Bessie Hummel (husband-Greg), Portland, Indiana 2 Grandchildren Gene Hummel and Charity Pearson

6 Great Grandchildren Caleb Hummel, Radney Pearson, Levi Hummel, Brandt Pearson, Noah Hummel and Leah Hummel. Several nieces and nephews

Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm Saturday at the Walnut Corner Church. Rev. Steve Rogers and Pastor Herb Hummel will officiate the services and burial will follow at Liber Cemetery, south of Portland.

Visitation will be held from 2:00pm-6:00pm on Friday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland and 1 hour prior to services at the church on Saturday.

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Nancy M. Armstrong - March 22, 1936 - July 22, 2013

Departed: 07/22/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Nancy M. Armstrong age, 77, a rural Bryant resident passed away Monday, July 22, 2013 at Chalet Village in Berne, Indiana. She attended the Sardinia Congregational Christian Church, Bryant and The Rock Church in Portland. She worked at the Wyoming Clothing Store in Portland and the Commercial Review for several years. She was a member of the Bryant Senior Citizens.

Nancy Armstrong was born March 22, 1936 in Jay County, Indiana the daughter of Arlo and Anna (Baldauf) Franks. She was married to William Armstrong and he passed away on March 3, 1991. Survivors Include: 1 Son- Randy Coleman (wife- Laura), Pennville, Indiana 1 Daughter in law- Nancy Armstrong, Geneva, Indiana 1 Sister in law- Shirley Armstrong, Geneva, Indiana 1 Niece- Sharyl White, Cleveland, Ohio Her good friend- Shirley Bollenbacher, rural Portland, Indiana 1 Granddaughter- Haley Armstrong 1 Son deceased- Jerry Armstrong

Visitation will be held from 3-7pm on Friday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am Saturday at Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland with Pastor Jeff Horsman officiating. Burial will follow at the Gravel Hill Cemetery, west of Bryant.

Memorials may be directed to Haley’s memorial fund through First Merchants Bank or the Bryant Fire Dept. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

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Leva Williams - March 15, 1937 - July 20, 2013

Departed: 07/20/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Leva Williams, age 76, a resident of Redkey passed away Saturday, July 20, 2013 at Millers Merry Manor in Dunkirk. She was a member of the Vines Ridge Baptist Church, Crawford Tn. She worked for Jay Garment in Portland for many years.

Leva Williams was born March 15, 1937 in Sun Cane, Tennessee, the daughter of Granville R. and Laura May (Looper) Roberts. Survivors Include: 1 Son- Scott Williams, Redkey, Indiana 1 Daughter- Kimberly Williams, New Castle, Indiana 7 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren

She was preceded in death by one son, Terry Williams.

Visitation will be held from 12pm-2pm Wednesday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm Wednesday in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery south of Redkey.

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Mary A Harrod - October 23, 1922 - July 18, 2013

Departed: 07/18/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Mary A. Harrod, age 90, a Portland resident, passed away Thursday evening, July 18, 2013 at Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre in Portland. She was a member of the Asbury United Methodist Church and active in the Wesleyan Circle at the church. She was a member of the Jay Co. Hospital Auxillary and Tri Kappa Sorority in Portland. She graduated in 1943 from the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Indianapolis. She worked as a registered nurse for 30 years at Jay County Hospital retiring in 1985.

Mary Harrod was born October 23, 1922 in Brownstown, Indiana the daughter of Elmer and Ina (Hamilton) Kestner. She was married on August 26, 1945 to Dale Harrod who passed away on January 17, 2008. She also had two sons preceed her in death, Richard and Gregory. Survivors Include: 1 Sister- Margaret Brewer, Bloomington, Indiana Several nieces and nephews including Jim Sweet, Carmel, Indiana

Visitation will be held from 9am-11am Tuesday at the Asbury United Methodist Church in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 11am Tuesday at Asbury United Methodist Church. Pastor Mark Strietelmeier will officiate and private graveside services will be held later at Brownstown Cemetery, Brownstown, Indiana. Memorials may be directed to the Asbury United Methodist Church

Arrangements are being handled by Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

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Wilma Page - March 08, 1943 - July 05, 2013

Departed: 07/05/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Wilma Page, age 70, a resident of Portland passed away Friday, July 5, 2013 at Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Center. She owned and operated a house keeping service in the Portland area for many years. She was a 1961 graduate of Madison Twp. High School. She was a member of the Jay County Conservation Club and the Jay County Archers.

Wilma Page was born March 8, 1943 in Jay County, Indiana the daughter of Adrian and Laura (Imel) Moneysmith. She was married October 27, 1963 to John Page. Survivors Include: Beloved Husband- John Page, Portland, Indiana 4 Daughters- Lisa Page, Portland, Indiana Debra Binegar (husband-Mark), Montpelier, Indiana Karen Morgan (husband-Mark), Berne, Indiana Michelle Woytik, (husband- Paul), Connersville, Indiana 2 Brothers- Everett Moneysmith, Portland, Indiana Jamie Moneysmith (wife-Bernice), Ft. Recovery, Ohio 2 Sisters- Ruth Brinkerhoff (husband-Dave), Portland, Indiana Dwanna Axe (husband- Bob), Portland, Indiana 6 Grandchildren and 1 Great Granddaughter

Visitation will be held from 10am-11am Tuesday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Graveside services will follow at Antioch Cemetery southeast of Portland with Pastor Herb Hummel officiating.

Memorials may be directed to the IU Ball Memorial Hospital Cancer Center where envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

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Garnet J. Franks - February 10, 1922 - July 04, 2013

Departed: 07/04/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Garnet J. Franks, age 91 passed away Thursday, July 4, 2013 at Adams County Memorial Hospital in Decatur, Indiana. She was a long time resident of Jackson Township, Jay County. She retired in 1988 from CTS in Berne. She also worked at B and G Pools and Spas in Portland. She was a 1941 graduate of Madison Twp. School in Jay County. She was a life member of the Portland American Legion Post 211 Auxillary. She attended the Trinity United Methodist Church in Portland.

Garnet Franks was born February 10. 1922 in Darke Co., Ohio the daughter of John and Maggie (Colliflower) Lehymann. She was married in 1942 to Robert E. Franks Sr. and he passed away in 1997. Survivors Include: 1 Son- Robert “Bob” Franks Jr. (wife-Gail), Bryant, Indiana 4 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren, 3 Great Great Grandchildren Several Nieces and Nephews 1 Daughter deceased- Barbara Jean Franks

Visitation will be held Sunday from 2-5pm at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 11am Monday at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Portland with visitation 1 hour prior to the services at the church. Pastor Jason Rice will officiate the services and burial will follow in the Center Cemetery west of Portland. Memorials may be directed to the Trinity United Methodist Church Elemetary Sunday School Children

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Christina Louise Eal - April 27, 1965 - July 02, 2013

Departed: 07/02/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Christina Louise Eal, age 48 passed away Tuesday morning, July 2, 2013 at her home in Portland. She worked at Jay Randolph Developmental Services in Portland for several years. She was a 1983 graduate of Jay County High School.

Christina Eal was born April 27, 1965 in Jay County, Indiana the daughter of Dale and Theda (Masonbrink) Arnold. She was married on August 4, 1984 to James Allen Eal who survives. Survivors Include: Beloved husband- James Allen Eal, Portland, Indiana 2 Sons- Joshua Allen Eal, Indianapolis, Indiana Justin Dale Eal, Portland, Indiana 1 Daughter- Lindsey Louise Eal, Portland, Indiana 2 Brothers- Mike Arnold (wife-Becky), Portland, Indiana

Pastor Steve Arnold (wife-Lisa), Portland, In. 4 Sisters- Vicky Hiday (husband-Tim), Salamonia, Indiana Carol Stump (husband-Marty), Portland, Indiana Michelle Smith, Portland, Indiana Debbie Nelson (husband-Gary), Crystal, Michigan 1 Grandson- Hunter Wallace

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am Saturday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland and cremation will follow.

Visitation will be held from 10:00am-11:00am on Saturday at the funeral home.

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Marcella L. Bonifield - January 26, 1918 - June 12, 2013

Departed: 06/12/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Marcella L. Bonifield, age 95, a resident of Fort Recovery, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Marcella was born on January 26, 1918, in Mercer County, Ohio, the daughter of Alfred and Mabel (Joseph) Sanders. She was a member of the Fort Recovery Church of the Nazarene and Portland Women of the Moose. She worked for Fort Recovery Industries for 17 years. Marcella married Frank W. Bonifield on December 25, 1936 and he passed away on March 20, 1989. Survivors include: Her daughter-in-law: LeEtta Bonifield – Salamonia, Indiana 1 brother: Roger Sanders (wife Mary) – Ansonia, Ohio 1 sister: Ruby Singer – New Weston, Ohio 8 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren

She was preceded in death by three children, Charles, Gary and Diane Bonifield.

Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2-6 at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. in the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland. Reverend Dennis Kelley and Reverend Verle Ballmer will officiate. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens Cemetery, north of Greenville, Ohio.

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Alva Dean Craig - October 08, 1934 - June 10, 2013

Departed: 06/10/2013 (Portland)

Obituary Preview: Alva Dean Craig, age 78, passed away Monday, June 10, 2013 at his home in Bryant, Indiana. He retired from Teledyne Portland Forge in 1988 after 30 years. He graduated from Bryant High School in 1953 and was a veteran of the US Army.

Alva Craig was born October 8, 1934 in Jay County the son of Roy and Martha Etta (Brumbaugh) Craig. He was married on February 29, 1960 to Mary Grogg who survives. Survivors Include: Beloved wife- Mary Craig, Bryant, Indiana 3 Sons- Jerome Craig, Bryant, Indiana Harold Craig, Portland, Indiana Sam Craig, Portland, Indiana 3 Daughters- Deanna Green, Portland, Indiana Leah Fravel (husband-Jeremy), Bryant, Indiana Anita Craig, Bryant, Indiana 3 Brothers- Dale Craig (wife-Barbara Jean), Chesapeake, Virginia Eldon Craig, Virginia Steve Craig, Portland, Indiana 2 Sisters- Arlene Franklin (husband-Ralph), New Castle, Indiana Nancy Warren, Portland, Indiana 11 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren

Visitation will be held from 2-3pm on Wednesday at the Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.

Funeral services will be held at 3pm Wednesday at the funeral home. Pastor Mike Clark will officiate the services and burial will follow in the Gravel Hill Cemetery, west of Bryant, Indiana. American Legion Post 211 in Portland will be in charge of military graveside rites at the cemetery.

Memorials may be directed towards Jay/Randolph Developmental Center.

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What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It serves as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and community.

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