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Violet Adella Summerville Hebele, 94 of Solomons, MD went to be with the Lord after a brief illness on September 12, 2022 with family by her side. She always considered Brookville, Pennsylvania, where she was born on February 22, 1928, to be her home.  She received her education in Brookville, PA and Maryville College, TN.

After WWII she moved to Washington, DC where she met her loving husband of almost 60 years, Harold Hebele. They moved to Roxbury, MA where she worked as a Church secretary and ran an after-school program for local children.

Violet and Harold raised their four daughters in Massachusetts during which time she served God through her family and church as she ministered to hundreds of children as a pastor’s wife, a teacher, and camp director, as well as finding time to earn her Masters in Education from Western Illinois University, so she could teach elementary school for over 30 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband Harold, two brothers (David and Bruce Summerville), and one sister (Martha Jane Sorrows). She is survived by her sister Ruth Muller (husband George), and brother James Summerville: by 4 children Kathryn Hubley (husband Daniel Hubley), Sharon Danish (husband Stephen Danish), Janet Granitz (husband Donald Granitz) and Sandra Heacock (husband Eugene Heacock): by 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

Though she will be greatly missed our loss is Heaven’s gain.

of Largo, Florida was called to heaven on January 18, 2015. He was born in Sturgis, Michigan to the late Henry and Grace Heerschap on August 8, 1927. He served in the US Marines during the Second World War and in the subsequent occupation of Manchuria, China until 1947. He graduated from Vanderbilt University and University of Georgia with an emphasis in business and education. He married his college sweetheart Marianna Brogden of Nashville, TN in 1952 and they lived in Decatur, GA before relocating to Largo, Florida in 1969. He was happily married to Marianna Brogden for over 61 years prior to her passing on June 7, 2013. He was a dedicated Christian husband and father for 63 years always looking after his wife and family. He served as a school principal throughout his professional career at schools in Decatur, Ga and St Petersburg, FL. He encouraged his kids in scouting and other learning activities through his volunteer work and support of his wife's work. He loved to plan multi-week summer adventures for his family, visiting almost every US State, several Canadian provinces, and northern Mexico. He had a passion for learning and encouraged each of his children to complete college degrees and have successful careers. He continued his love of learning by exploring new places through his involvement in the Road Scholar program. His grandchildren were very special to Marianna and he and he always treasured visits with them. Edward is survived by his five children and their families: Michael Heerschap of Tierra Verde, FL; Tom Heerschap of Tampa, FL; Laurie Kilgore of Berea, KY; Dick Heerschap of Staunton, VA and Lynne Smith of Centreville, VA; seventeen grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. He joins his wife and one grandson in heaven.

Fannie W. Heimlich, 92, of Attica, passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 3, 2023, at her home in Attica.

Fannie was born October 13, 1930, in Marengo, Ohio, to the late Joseph and Murrel (Longenecker) Weber. She married Richard E. Heimlich in Cardington, on September 13, 1953 and he preceded her in death in 2002.

Survivors include her four children, Maria C. (Lawrence) Stampahar of Pennsylvania, Joseph E. ( James Hodnett) Heimlich of Columbus, Wesley H. (Manuel Perez) Heimlich of Spain and Clifford R. (Kathleen) Heimlich of Tiro, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Richard M. Heimlich, a brother, Joseph Weber, two sisters, Lauramae Cutler and Muriel Weber.

Fannie was the librarian at Seneca East High School for many years, retiring in 1992. She was a member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Attica, a member of the Bloomville Lions Club and an avid OSU Buckeye fan. Fannie was a 1948 graduate of Marengo High School and she earned her bachelor degree in English from Marysville College in 1952 and her master’s degree in Library Science from Bowling Green State University.

age 92, Westerville, was welcomed by God on Monday, August 10, 2015. He was the middle son of Harley and Frances Gantz Heischman, who with two brothers Theodore and his wife Ruth, and James and his wife Joan, and son-in law Dannie Boetcher, preceded him in death. Ralph graduated from Westerville High School in the Class of 1940. His academic pursuit at Maryville College in TN was interrupted by military service in WWII. After a stint at Otterbein College, he graduated from Kent State University in 1948. For a number of years he was an account executive with the Jay Maish Advertising Agency in Marion, OH. He was one of the founders and first president of the Marion Town and Country Kiwanis Club. Later, he became market manager for Hercules Engines (White Corp.) in Canton, OH. He served as Deacon and Elder in the Marion Presbyterian Church and later, in the Reedurban Presbyterian Church, Canton, OH. While in Canton, he actively participated in an ecumenical group called FISH and was a team member of FAITH-AT-WORK. At age 47, he left the business world to attend Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Upon completion he was ordained a Presbyterian minister in the Reedurban Church in Canton. He served churches in Kentucky and Ohio as a full time pastor and later, he was interim pastor in the Scioto Valley Presbytery. A man of God, he preached The Word faithfully and passionately. He is survived by his much loved wife, Virginia, whom he married 68 years ago; and their three daughters, Linda Boetcher, Ontario, OH, Mary Lou (Larry) Reed, Westerville, OH and Ann Bell, Sugar Mountain, NC; grandchildren are Matt and Kris Geer, Zachary McMeen, Timothy (Lindsey), Benjamin (Allee) and Rebecca Bell; two great grandchildren, Colton James Geer and Mitchell Steven Geer survive along with many nieces and nephews.

On March 19, 2011 Linda A. (nee Paulson) of Bellmawr, NJ passed away at the age 64 yrs. Loving mother of Heather Caruso and Erik Johnson. Survived by her mother Mae Paulson, sister Jean Peterman, brothers Michael, David and Larry Paulson and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Linda was a member of the New Life Christian Fellowship Church in Woodbury and was a volunteer at Mission Teens in Magnolia. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation with the family on Sat. April 9, 2011 from Noon to 1pm followed by a memorial service 1pm at New Life Christian Fellowship Church, 301 Colonial Ave., Woodbury, NJ 08096. Arrangements by the: ORA L. WOOSTER FH 51 Park Blvd. Clementon, NJ 08021 In lieu of flowers the family request memorial donations to the church at the above address.

Miriam W. Miriam Waggoner Heiskell passed on January 21, 2016 peacefully at home surrounded by three generations of loved ones. She was born on October 15, 1918 in Morristown, TN, to A. B. and Blanche (Proffitt) Waggoner and grew up in Maryville, TN, in a close-knit family with three brothers and twenty-three first cousins. Born into a family that expected women and men to accomplish much, Miriam excelled at a young age. She played the piano, organ, and French horn as well as first trumpet in the Maryville High School championship band. Her debating skills were honed in high school while competing in debate at the state and national levels. An honor student at Maryville College, she transferred to the University of Tennessee where she graduated Cum Laude in 1940 with a double major in Child Development and Foods and Nutrition and began her teaching career after graduation. On June 18, 1941, Miriam married James Moulten Heiskell in Maryville, at a ceremony officiated by her grandfather, a Presbyterian minister. Over the next seven years, Miriam moved twenty-one times, following her husband Jim who served in the defense industry and the U.S. Navy during World War II and settled into a career with the Coca-Cola Company after the war. Five days after arriving in Atlanta in 1948, their eldest son Andy was stricken with polio. When his recovery was declared a miracle, the doctors told his young parents that he could go to first grade. To prepare Andy for school, Miriam started a play group which developed into one of Atlanta’s first preschools. Encouraged by parents, Miriam and Jim eventually expanded the school into a regionally accredited educational institution that served two-year olds through 8th grade students. God used the apparent tragedy of Andy’s illness for His glory and the good of generations of students educated at the school that became known as The Heiskell School. The Heiskell School became an avenue for Mrs. Heiskell and her staff to evangelize and disciple families. It emphasized a rigorous academic curriculum integrated with the Word of God and respect for the principles that made America great. Her philosophy was summed up in Proverbs 22:6. “Train up a child in the way He should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” This school in Buckhead was the first in the nation to be honored by the American Revolution Bicentennial Commission for Meritorious Support of the 1976 bicentennial celebration. During her long life Mrs. Heiskell received many honors, including one from the Freedom Foundation at Valley Forge and the DAR Medal of Honor. She was also recognized as a distinguished alumna of Maryville College as well as the University of Tennessee. Mrs. Heiskell spent her life in service to others. A trustee and founder of Mount Vernon Christian Academy, she was also a trustee of the Atlanta Counseling Center and a board member of Education for Freedom. She was a life-long Presbyterian and a studious proponent of Christian education, helping people across the country organize Christian schools and actively supporting Christian youth ministries. In 2009, more than 500 parents, faculty, alumni and friends joined the Heiskell family at the Atlanta History Center to celebrate the school’s 60th anniversary. In 2014, the Heiskell School completed its service to the Lord and the greater Atlanta community, celebrating 65 years of God’s blessing. Through the years, Miriam and Jim enjoyed bridge clubs, square dance club, and couples’ Bible studies. They hosted young people in their home so often that is was known as the Heiskell Hilton. Adventuresome, they traveled frequently with their children and grandchildren. Miriam especially enjoyed her trip around the world. Mrs. Heiskell was a highly regarded educator, Christian leader, and patriot. She often said that her aim in life was to glorify God and to fulfill the mission that God had for her. In her own words, “When God provided an opportunity to impact children’s lives through Christian education, I found my life’s calling.” Mrs. Heiskell is survived by her four children: son Andy Heiskell and wife Pamela Cleaves of New York, NY, and Bonita Springs, FL; son Jim Heiskell and wife Connie of Atlanta; daughter Sally Lassiter and husband Ike of Hot Springs, NC; daughter Cyndie Heiskell of Atlanta; by twelve grandchildren: Laurel MacLeod of Manassas, VA; Jamie Heiskell and John Heiskell of Atlanta; Catherine St. Clair of Oakland, CA; Robert Heiskell of Philadelphia, PA; Connie Bolger of Branson, MO; Matthew Lassiter of Ann Arbor, MI; Rebekah DeRoco of Richmond, VA, Sarah Beth Murphy of Birmingham, MI; Isaac Lassiter of Ellijay, GA; Mary Alice Proffitt of East Calais, VT; and Daniel Lassiter of Soquel, CA; and by thirty-three great-grandchildren, three nieces, and four nephews. She was predeceased in 2014 by her husband of 73 years, James, and in 1997 by granddaughter Rachel Lassiter. The Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, January 31, 2016, at H. M. Patterson & Son, Spring Hill Chapel at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Evangelical Institute School of Biblical Training, Educate the Children, Project Mercy (.org) or College of the Ozarks.

David Franklin “Dave” Helwig, 93, passed away peacefully at his home in Flintstone, Georgia on May 16, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents,  Reverend Frederic William Helwig and Charlotte Chatfield Helwig and his sisters, Marilyn Helwig Zeigler and Joanne Helwig McKray. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Jean Kemper Helwig, and by their five children: Lucy Ann Helwig of Chickamauga, GA; William “Bill” Helwig (Angie) of Bryson City, NC; Janet Helwig Fortney (David) of Winston-Salem, NC; Lois Helwig Yapp (David) of Palos Verdes Estates, CA; and Joseph “Joe” Helwig of Atlanta, GA. He is survived by eight grandchildren: Rachel Helwig, Sarah Helwig, Virginia Yapp, Emily Farrell, Nicholas Yapp, Caroline Lee, Margaret Luccarelli and Samuel Helwig. He is also survived by six great-grandchildren: Nina Eberhart, Jack Luccarelli, Theo Lee, Hannah Lee, Wyatt Farrell and Steve Farrell.

Dave was born in the manse of the Lower Valley Presbyterian Church in Califon, New Jersey, where his father was pastor.

Following nine years in Califon, he subsequently lived in Princeton, New Jersey; Knox, Pennsylvania; Macon, Georgia; and Youngstown, New York, where he graduated from Youngstown High School in 1946. Dave proudly served three years in the United States Navy from 1946-1949, serving on the U.S.S. Orion and U.S.S. Minah. He was stationed in Cuba, Panama, and Peru. After his naval service he graduated in 1953 with a degree in political science from Maryville College in Maryville, Tennessee. He was a member of the track, cross-country, and wrestling teams at Maryville College, and he very much enjoyed attending his college reunions throughout the years. It was at Maryville College that Dave met his future wife, Jean Kemper. Dave moved to Chattanooga following his graduation and worked for TVA initially, in the Maps and Surveys Division and later in the Power Supply Division. He retired from TVA in 1988 as power supply engineer after almost 35 years of service.

Dave was a member of the Second Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga for 68 years. He served the church in numerous capacities: Sunday School Superintendent, Sunday School teacher, Elder, and Deacon. Additionally, he served on several church committees and was particularly instrumental in providing transportation to and from church services for many members over the years.

Dave’s life was always service-oriented. For many years he was a volunteer fireman in the Chattanooga Valley community. He also served as a volunteer in numerous other organizations: Boy Scouts, Habitat for Humanity, St. Matthew Men’s Shelter, Community Kitchen and Newton Child Development Center.

Dave’s faith was important to him, and we rejoice that he has now joined the Church Triumphant. His Presbyterian roots were very deep, and these roots continued to deepen throughout the years. He was a good and faithful servant, and his impact on his family and many others will always be felt.

Jean Kemper Helwig, 90, died peacefully on April 1, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Russell Kemper and Hazel Doak Kemper, her husband of 66 years, David Franklin Helwig, and two sisters, Lucy Kemper Born and Eleanor Helen Kemper. She is survived by her five children: Lucy Ann Helwig of Chickamauga, GA; William “Bill” Helwig (Angie) of Bryson City, NC; Janet Helwig Fortney (David) of Winston-Salem, NC; Lois Helwig Yapp (David) of Palos Verdes Estates, CA; and Joseph “Joe” Helwig of Atlanta, GA. She is survived by eight grandchildren: Rachel Helwig (Matt Eberhart), Sarah Helwig (Lucy Strong), Virginia Yapp (Bryan Cerna), Emily Farrell (Justin), Nicholas Yapp, Caroline Lee (Matt), Margaret Luccarelli, and Samuel Helwig (Biyu). She is survived by seven great-grandchildren: Nina Eberhart, Jack Luccarelli, Theo Lee, Hannah Lee, Jonah Lee, Wyatt Farrell, and Stevie Farrell. She is also survived by a sister, Catherine Kemper Newton. Jean was born on Reymann Memorial Farm in Wardensville, West Virginia. She subsequently lived in Fairfax, Virginia, and Manassas, Virginia. Her childhood years were shaped by living on the farms where her father worked as a dairyman, and then living on her family’s farm beginning in 1945 where they had extensive gardens for growing crops and flowers to sell in the Washington, DC farmers market. Jean graduated as valedictorian of Osbourn High School in Manassas in 1950. Following two years of work at the CIA in Washington, DC, Jean entered Maryville College in Maryville, Tennessee, and it was there that she met her future husband, Dave Helwig, when Jean was a freshman and Dave was a senior. Jean was a student at Maryville College for three years and had a lifelong devotion to the college, attending most of her college reunions over the years. Jean and Dave married in 1955 and settled in the Chattanooga area where Jean completed her college degree in Home Economics at the University of Chattanooga in 1956. Jean was a member of Second Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga for almost 68 years. She served the church in many capacities, including Moderator of the Presbyterian Women’s Association, Elder, and member of numerous committees. Additionally, she and Dave were instrumental for many years in providing transportation to and from church for other members. She served two terms as a member of the Board of the Presbyterian Campus Ministry at UTC. Jean was also involved in many community activities including the Nickajack Hills Garden Club, the PTA of her children’s schools, and the Chattanooga chapter of the Embroiderer’s Guild of America. She was a talented seamstress and embroiderer, and she loved all things in nature, especially birds, flowers, and trees. Jean’s faith was important to her, and we rejoice that she has now joined the Church Triumphant. She was a good and faithful servant, and the beautiful impact she had on her family and her many friends will be everlasting.

On Thursday, October 15, 2020, Stephen Henderson, loving and good-humored brother and uncle, passed away at age 79. Stephen was born on August 21, 1941. He graduated from Maryville College in Tennessee, and then from Iowa State University with a graduate degree in counseling. Thus began a long and productive life that, by Steve’s own admission, seemed highly unlikely-at least by modern medical standards. His life, and his remarkable story, filled countless people with joy and hope. As a child in the 1940s, Steve suffered a bout of strep throat. Owing to the unavailability of penicillin from war-time shortages, his kidneys began to fail during his college years. While in graduate school in the 1960s, he needed a kidney transplant. His father provided the first kidney; 21 years later, in 1987, his brother, Bill Henderson, provided the second. Referred to as a “medical miracle” by more than one doctor, Steve was one of the nation’s longest surviving transplant patients, with 54 years since his first transplant. As he was fond of saying, both transplants allowed him to live a full life, and he was a strong advocate for organ donation. His professional life, informed by his own experience, included work with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, who developed the five stages of grief in her book On Death and Dying. This association resulted in his own book on Living with Life-Threatening Illness. Driving with his wife Morgan Henderson across the country in their Winnebago, he offered workshops on managing grief, death, and dying, finally settling in an old “castle” in Staunton, Virginia. There, Steve continued his love of teaching as a therapist for high school students and for patients in hospice care. In addition to his passion for helping people deal with loss, he had a deep appreciation for Mexican art, from jewelry to ceramics to paintings. At various points in his life he owned and operated successful jewelry stores which prominently displayed items he had purchased during many trips to Oaxaca. In his later years he gave away countless pieces of folk art to family members. Steve was known for his sharp wit, his joy, and a zest for life that he felt was a gift. You could always turn to him for a consoling word, a funny story, and of course amazing balloon animals, flowers, and hats. His resemblance to Santa Claus was not lost on anyone… particularly him, and he enjoyed playing the role. Stephen was preceded in his death by his parents, Bill and Kathleen, his brother, David, and his wife, Morgan. He is survived by his brother, Bill and sister, Marjorie and six nieces and nephews as well as ten grand nieces and nephews. He will be missed, though his spirit lives on. Donations can be sent to www.sharefoodprogram.org or checks can be sent to Share Food Program, 2901 West Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19129, attention George Matysik. Every gift supports fighting hunger during this critically important time.

Shirley Montgomery Henley passed away on Nov. 21, 2022, at the age of 99.
She was born November 5, 1923, in Fairfield, Alabama to Grace and Glenn Montgomery. Shirley graduated from Endsley High School in 1940. She then furthered her education at Maryville College, Tennessee from 1940-1943, where she received a BA in Education.

She then went to Yale University from 1944-1947 (near the end of WWII) where she received a master’s degree in Nursing. Over the summers of 1957-1958 and 1963, Shirley attended UAF where she received another master’s degree in Education. She moved from Alabama in 1949, took a train to Seattle where she boarded an Alaska steamship to Anchorage. From Anchorage, she flew to Seldovia where she was stationed as a public health nurse. She covered the Cook Inlet region from Port Graham to Tyonek via the M.V. Hygiene.

Shirley began teaching in 1959 at the Tustumena Elementary School. In 1960, she went to KCHS where she taught chemistry, physics, earth science, and ESP. Shirley retired in 1980 and then went back to public health nursing. She married Sam Henley in 1982 and decided to become a pilot. At the age of 65, she became a licensed private pilot.

During her lifetime, Shirley helped many people here on the Kenai Peninsula with her medical knowledge, especially in the days before a resident doctor set up a practice in Kenai. She was an avid hiker who traversed the Resurrection Trail several times. In addition, Shirley loved swimming, quilting, snow machining, and dogs.

She was preceded in death by her grandson, Joseph D. Denison; sister, Harriet Cowser; husband, William A. Wilson; and husband, Samuel C. Henley.

She is survived by her brother, Dr. Glenn Montgomery; daughters, Ruth Denison, Ginger Kaona, and Glenda Grawe; son-n-laws, Winston Grawe, and Edward Kaona; 6 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Clifford H. “Bo” Henry, age 93, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2021, at Sacred Ground Hospice House. Bo was born in Rockford, TN on July 15, 1928. He graduated from Everett High School and Maryville College with a B.S. in Economics. While at Maryville College he served as president of his senior class and earned athletic letters in swimming, football, and basketball.

Bo’s work experience included being a teacher and principal for Blount County Schools. He served in the United States Army Counter Intelligence Division. The majority of his career was spent as a stockbroker with Paine Webber.

Bo served as a Tennessee State Representative for four terms and the Tennessee Board of Regents for fifteen years.

He served on numerous boards throughout his life and was passionate about Maryville College and the Smoky Mountain Boy Scout Council. He was a member of Broadway United Methodist Church and taught Sunday School for forty-two years.

Because of his many years of service in his community, a section of US Highway 411 is named in his honor.

Bo was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Shirley Brown Henry. Bo is survived by Stephen “Bo” Henry of Maryville, TN, Julie Henry Cabot of Fernandina Beach, FL, Jodi Henry Walker and husband, John, of Maryville, TN, Holly Henry Burkett and husband, Lee of Clermont, FL, and sister, June Henry Kinkaid of Lenoir City, TN. He was a devoted grandfather to eight grandchildren and one great-grandson who called him “Bo-Dad”!

Bo will always be remembered for his zest for life!!

George B. Henry, educator, coach and Friendsville historian, died Jan. 30 at his home in Friendsville. He was 88. Henry was a graduate of Friendsville Academy, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in education from Maryville College, and earned a master’s degree in curriculum from Union College in Barbersville, Ky. He was a retired teacher and coach from the Blount County Schools, teaching history, geography and civics for 35 years at Friendsville before retirement.

He shared the history of Friendsville, a small town settled by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), with an emphasis on the role played by the Friends and the community in the Civil War. He and his wife, the late Betty Henry, would often dress in traditional Quaker garb and present programs to schools and other groups. In 2011, he co-authored the book, “Images of America: Friendsville,” published by Arcadia Publishing Company. Henry was a 2009 recipient of the Blount County Historic Trust’s Champion Award, which was given to individuals who contributed substantially over a period of years to historic preservation in Blount County. In 2013, he was recognized as one of the Blount County Historical Museum’s Historic Treasures, and in 2021, he was named to the Blount County Schools Educator Hall of Fame.

Henry was preceded in death by wife, Betty Lones Henry, to whom he was married 64 years; parents, Obie and Carrie Henry; siblings, Tom Henry, Betty Jo Henry McDowell, Blanche Henry; son-in-law Stan Rowland. He is survived by daughter Suzanne Henry Rowland; son Steve and daughter-in-law Kim Henry; granddaughter Leslie Rowland, granddaughter and her husband, Shannon and Jesse Cochran; beloved great-granddaughters, Andi Elizabeth Parker and Shelby Gwen Lindahl; special nieces, Katie and Missy

Jack Baker Henry Sr. passed away peaceably at his home in Sevierville, TN on Friday, July 28, 2023, at the age of 94.

“Big Jack” is survived by Nancy Hayes Henry, his loving wife of 67 years, his sister Kay H. Gill and by their 3 children, Jack Jr., David and his wife Cindy, Mary Ellen and her husband Jack Showers; grandchildren Taylor Hayes and her husband Jesse Philips; Mary Chase and her husband Lane Thomas and their soon to be born son in November and great-grandson Hayes Philips. Also surviving are his sister-in-law Maggie Webb, niece Page and husband James Jackson, nephew John Webb and his wife Allison and nephew Stanley Webb and his wife Geri.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Herman Henry and his brother Sam, his brother-in-law Roger Gill, his nephews Gray Henry and Cambell Webb.

Jack lived his life in and around Sevier County. He graduated from Sevier County High School where he played football. He received his business degree from Maryville College while also playing football there. After college Jack served in the U.S. Army during the Korean war where he was mainly stationed in Germany.

Post Army, Jack moved back to East Tennessee where he met Nancy Jo Hayes and married in Roan Mountain, TN. They returned to Gatlinburg and then on to Sevierville where he lived for over 60 years.

Jack worked at Cherokee Textile Mill for 42 years and was one of the founding members of the SCHS Booster club to help raise money to support the Smoky Bears football and basketball programs. He was also a member of the Elks Club and was the Exalted Ruler in 1962. He was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church and was an Elder.

After retiring from Cherokee in the late 1990’s, Jack loved following the Bears wherever they played and watching the Atlanta Braves baseball games. Recently he also started cheering for the Washington Nationals where Chase’s husband Lane plays.

Pap, as the kids fondly called him, loved us unconditionally which instilled solid confidence in us. He taught us to respect everyone and instilled a stellar work ethic among many life lessons.

Carol Jeanne Herbert’s vibrant, shining life force left this world on Friday, May 19th. She was 82. Carol passed at home in the loving embrace of her spouse, Linda Lee. Carol grew up in Washington, D.C. She was the daughter of Charles and Martha Summers and the youngest of her siblings Ethel, Dott, Wes, Marv, and Betty Lou. They were a loving and fun family. Carol attended Maryville College in Tennessee for 2 years and then married Ed Herbert, a friend from home. They had five children-Colleen, Ed, Kenny, Chris, and sweet Carin, who graced their lives for a less than 3 years. Ed’s career took them through nine moves across the country. Carol completed her bachelor’s degree at Canisius College in 1979. She worked as a housing rehabilitation specialist in New York and later in Cincinnati. She was divorced in 1983 and began a wonderful life filled with love and contentment with Linda. They spent the next 25 years in the Cincinnati area, including 12 years of novel adventures and quiet peace on 28 acres of land in Adams County. Carol became an avid gardener and woodworker. This talented woman made everything that was wooden in their house, including the kitchen cabinets, and later made furniture on consignment. For the last 9 years in Cincinnati, she cared for two boys who were very special to her. Carol and Linda moved to Port Charlotte in 2007 and were married as soon as the law was established in 2015. All they ever wanted in life was to be together. Carol loved life and she loved people. She sparkled her smile, her infectious laugh, and her love over everyone she touched. She will be missed more than words can express. Services are private. Should you wish to donate something in her name, Carol loved the Harry Chapin Food Bank of SW Florida, Tidewell Hospice, and Elsie Publishing, but she would treasure any individual way you wish to remember her.

Charles M. Herbert, Jr., 84, of Coopersburg, PA passed away at his residence on September 10, 2022. Born in Philadelphia, PA., he was a son of the late Charles M. and Dorothy (Lynd) Herbert. Charles was a 1956 graduate of Cheltenham High School in N. Philadelphia, and later went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from Maryville College in TN. He was a self-employed antiques dealer. Charles is survived by his daughter, Alysia M.R. Herbert, and her fiancé, Richard A. Nehf of Kempton, PA; sons, Christopher C. (Lisa) Herbert of Miami, FL, and Stephen C. (Minde) Herbert of Charleston, SC; brothers, Richard Herbert of Glenside, PA, and Paul Herbert of Oceanview, NJ; five grandchildren.

Cora Anthony Herndon, class of 1952, died December 15, 2022, in Brunswick, Georgia at the age of 92.

Mr. Floyd Hickman, age 89 of Ocala Florida, passed away on 29 April 2022. Floyd was raised in Waynesburg PA, his hometown. Floyd is now reunited with his wife Marilee Hickman who he married on June 20, 1963. Wearing many hats, Floyd Hickman was a vocal musician, a music director, college professor, veteran, and in his later years, a substitute teacher throughout Marion County. In Ocala, he was actively involved in the Marion Landing Landing Lights choral group as its director, the Congregational Church choir, and the First United Methodist Church choir. He was a grandfather to three children, and he is survived by his two sons, Mark and Alan Hickman. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Robert James “Bob” Higerd, II, 78, of 122 Franks Creek Drive, and formerly of Flemington, NJ, died Wednesday, February 18, 2015, in Vidant Chowan Hospital, Edenton. Mr. Higerd was born in Pittsburgh, PA on January 31, 1937, and was the son of the late Robert James and Lois Jean Murphy Higerd. A retired public school teacher, he had taught at the middle school level for a total of 33 years. Active in the community, he had served as manager at Camp Iroquoina for many years, and while living in Hertford enjoyed volunteering at the Newbold White House, singing with Albemarle Sounds, and also loved the fellowship of Tidewater Gospel Chapel in Norfolk, VA. A veteran, he had served in the Army National Guard. Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Evelyn Crane Higerd; two daughters, Wendy Beck and husband Kevin of Ringoes, NJ and Beth Siever and husband Dwayne of Hohenwald, TN; three brothers, William “Bill” Higerd of Pompano Beach, FL, Tom Higerd of Mount Pleasant, SC, and Jim Higerd of Loveland, CO; five grandchildren, Ariel, Joshua, Shane, Ty, and Mya; and a great-grandson, Troy.

Rachel Louise McCastlain Hill

Age 85, died Sunday, April 24, 2022, at home in Marlinton, West Virginia, surrounded by

loving family. Rachel and her husband, Johnny Hill, were long-time residents of Oxford, Ohio, and members of the Oxford United Methodist Church.

Rachel was born in Fulton, Kentucky, on December 30, 1936. Her father, Morris Sheppard McCastlain of Holly Grove, AR, was a minister who served in the Memphis Conference and later in the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church. He also served as an Army chaplain during World War II. Her mother, Bessie Copeland McCastlain, from Windsor, NC, was a teacher for many years.

Rachel’s parents met while attending Duke University. Interestingly, Rachel met the love of her life, Johnny Ferguson Hill, of Murfreesboro, NC, while they were also both students at Duke. They were married December 28, 1957. Previously Rachel had studied at both Maryville College in Tennessee and at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland.

Rachel would tell anyone that her major role in life was being a mother, a role in which she gave her all and at which she excelled. From the beginning Rachel had a vision of what a good parent should be – a loving nurturer. She shared that vision with her husband and together they went about this high calling of being parents. As her children grew, she began to take on duties outside the home, first as a church secretary and later as an administrative assistant at Miami University, in Oxford, Ohio. Over the years, Rachel worked with faculty in several areas, including the Departments of Geology, History, and Aeronautics/Physics, as well as with emeritus university president, Phillip Shriver.

As a practiced musician who continued to develop her piano talents, Rachel shared her skills with her daughter, practiced long hours with her husband – a church soloist, and accompanied her husband and three sons who formed a very active male quartet. Later in life, Rachel often took the role as substitute pianist at Marlinton (WV) United Methodist Church, where the congregation warmly supported her efforts to contribute to worship.

She is survived by her husband Johnny of Marlinton, WV; daughter Rachel Leigh Foy and husband Greg Foy of York, PA; sons, Jeff (Johnny F. Hill II) and wife Gina of Cincinnati, OH; Fenton and wife Michelle of Boulder, CO; Eric and wife Jennifer of Cincinnati, OH; and brother, Morris Sheppard McCastlain, Jr, of Lakeland, FL. She leaves many loving and adoring descendants – ten grandchildren, five grandchildren-in-law, and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Elizabeth Josephine Downey.

Dorothy Louise “Dot” Johnston Hill age 91, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at The Terrace At Priceville. Born in Chattanooga, TN on February 13, 1930, to the late August L. Johnson, Sr. and Dollie E. Johnston.
Dot graduated from Lanier High School in 1948 and from Maryville College in Tennessee in 1952. She was employed by the State of Alabama Health Department until her retirement.
Dot was an active member of the Morningview Baptist Church and Eastern Hills Baptist Church. She was a woman of great faith, inspiration and had a genuine love of the scripture. After retirement, Dot enjoyed traveling, photography and became a well-known watercolor artist She will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She loved helping others and made everyone feel special.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, L. Edward Hill. The family would like to express a “Special Thanks” to the team at The Terrace in Priceville, Alabama for the love, care and support shown to our mother.
Survivors include her sons: Douglas E. Hill and wife, Ruth (Abindon, VA), Lawrence D. Hill and wife, Jean (Priceville, AL). Other survivors include her brother, August L. Johnston, Jr. and wife, Sonya (Chesterfield, VA), two grandchildren, David A. Hill (Rogersville, AL) and Melissa H. Watson and husband, Brad (Madison, MS), two great grandchildren, Landon Watson and Rylan Watson and several nieces and nephews.

With an artful stitch in the fabric of time, Ruth Louise (Houser) Hilliard has woven her final yarn, completing the tapestry of a life well-lived on April 15, 2024, in Plainfield, IN, at the age of 80. Born on December 18, 1943, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Ruth’s story was one of vibrancy, warmth, and a touch of zest-much like her favorite crochet patterns.

Remembered for her loving nature, unwavering dedication, brilliance of mind, and a spirit that was as outgoing as a library book, Ruth leaves behind a legacy rich with color and design. She sewed love into the lives of her daughter, Kimberly (Luke) Watt; her granddaughters, Sarah, Aislinn, and Bridget; her siblings, Barbara, Thomas and Joyce; and a fabric of friends and family throughout this nation and world.
Her beloved husband, Ray, and daughter, Antoinette, were there to welcome her at the pearly gates. Ruth’s siblings, Marcella and Stanley, Jr., were at the ready to hear one of her yarns of happenstance and love. She was finally able to meet her granddaughter, Ellie, and hadn’t let go of her neck hug yet.

Educational chapters of Ruth’s life include turning pages at Maryville College in Tennessee and crafting her love of the Lord at McCormick Theological in Chicago. She had a passion for the simple pleasures in life, like reading between the lines, sewing seeds of joy, and spending time with her cherished family. These were the hobbies that knitted her days together.

In a pattern true to her unique style, Ruth has opted to close her book without fanfare. There will be no memorial services, as per her wishes. Hall-Baker Funeral Home in Indiana is quietly tailoring the final details. So, let’s not say goodbye, but rather, “Ruth, you’ve left your mark, and it’s simply ‘sew’ beautiful.”

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Sally Jean Hinchman (Kansas City, Missouri), who passed away on January 17, 2020, at the age of 73, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was loved and cherished by many people including : her parents, Cary Hinchman and Louise Hinchman; her siblings, Nancy Gay (Charles) and David C Hinchman; her nephews, Steve Gay (Mary Ellen) and Brook Hinchman (Tamara); her great-nieces and great-nephews, Malia, Annalise, Lorelei, Rothko and Walden; and her cousin James Finley (Joyce).

Livingston R. Hislop passed away September, 1975.

Robert K. Hitch, 74, of Neptune Beach, died December 1, 2019.

69, of Richmond, returned to the Lord January 21, 2015 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born on May 5, 1945 in Alliance, Ohio to Garnett S. and Virginia B. Goode. She grew up in Pittsburgh, Pa., LeRoy, N.Y. and Bethesda, Md. She attended Maryville College in Maryville, Tenn., receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in education. She married Kenneth Hitchens on March 23, 1968; they were married for 47 years. During that time they lived in Charleston, S.C., Medford Lakes, N.J., Acton, Mass., Atlanta, Ga. and Richmond, Va. Mrs. Hitchens was an educator and dedicated to her church. She taught elementary school, was the director of Christian Education in Acton, Mass., founded two church study groups, was active in mission programs and was president of Presbyterian Woman’s group at the River Road Presbyterian Church, where she was an elder. She was also active in the Micha program in the Richmond public school system. She served as a volunteer at St. Mary’s hospital gift shop for 10 years. Mrs. Hitchens was an avid traveler and along with her husband, visited over 40 countries and enjoyed sailing with friends throughout the Caribbean. She was predeceased by her parents, Garnett and Virginia Goode of Washington, Pa. She is survived by daughter, Jennifer (Dom) Ronga of Richmond; and son, Brian (Helen) Hitchens of San Diego; grandchildren, Blake and Hayden Ronga and Emma and Claire Hitchens. She is also survived by her sister, Nancy Blake; brother, Richard (MaryAnn) Goode; and uncles, William and Donald Butler.