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Those We Lost in 2019
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Nancy with husband, Dick, who precedeased her
Dec 7, 2015
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Nancy L. Kearney
February 16, 1937
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December 1, 2019
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Nancy L. Kearney, 82, of Washington, formerly of Prosperity, passed away peacefully Sunday afternoon, December 1, 2019, in Presbyterian SeniorCare, Southminster Place, after a brief illness.
She was born February 16, 1937, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a daughter of the late Buryl Wood Welsh and Carl E. Welsh. She graduated from Roosevelt High School in Cedar Rapids in 1955.
On May 6, 1956, she married Richard "Dick" Kearney from Osceola, Iowa. She and her late husband owned and operated Dick Kearney Farm & Stables in Prosperity.
Mrs. Kearney was a member of the Upper Ten Mile Presbyterian Church in Prosperity and sang in its choir for many years. She also attended The Church of the Covenant in Washington.
She enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren and pets on their Saddlebred horse farm. She also loved to travel with her family. Gardening of all types, riding horses, swimming, singing, feeding and bird watching were among her favorite hobbies. For her, though, there was no greater joy than the company of her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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Surviving are her children, Rick (Sherry) Kearney of Amity, Deborah (John) Songer of Whittier, N.C., and Roger Kearney of Houston; seven grandchildren, Megan (Chas) Ruszczyk, Jacqueline (James) Porter, Amy (Josh) Craddock, Scott (Maggie) Songer, Ross (Shealynn) Kearney, Sam Kearney, Kaylyn Kearney; three great-grandchildren, Michael, Ella and Juliette Porter; and a brother, Perry Welsh of Florida.
Deceased, in addition to her parents, are a sister, Barbara Joan Wood; and her husband, Richard Franklin Kearney, who passed December 7, 2015.
Friends will be received from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., the time of service, Wednesday, December 4, in William G. Neal Funeral Home, 925 Allison Avenue, Washington, with Pastor Stuart Broberg officiating. Burial will be private in National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Cecil Township.
Memorial contributions may be made to Southminster Place, Presbyterian Senior Care, 880 South Main Street, Washington, PA 15301.
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Nancy & Dick celebrating her 78th birthday,
Feb 2015
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Nancy & Roger Mother's Day 2018
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John C. Catlin
of Ravenna
January 27, 1925 - November 8th, 2019
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RAVENNA – John C. Catlin, 94 of Ravenna, passed away Friday November 8, 2019 at UH Portage Medical Center in Ravenna. At his request cremation has taken place and services are being planned for the spring of 2020.
Arrangements are entrtusted to Shorts Spicer Crislip Funeral Homes Ravenna Chapel.
John and his wife, Sara, who predeceased him on January 28th, 2010, were long time customers of Gloria Edwards at Edwards Training Stable, Wadsworth, OH. At the time of Sara's death, they had been married for 58 years.
Below... When John decided to give up the lines, Anthony Edwards took over showing John's horse, Mostly Mink, as well as Sara's, Unbeliveable Blonde for several seasons after Sara's death.
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Mostly Mink
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Unbelievable Blonde
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Mike on High View's Lovely Maid at Dayton
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Michael Thomas VanDyke
December 18, 1938 -
September 29, 2019
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SPRINGFIELD - Michael Thomas VanDyke was called home to Glory on September 29, 2019 at McAuley Senior Living in Urbana, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family and friends.
Michael was born in Harrodsburg, Kentucky on December 18, 1938, the son of Birdie (Taylor) VanDyke and Ransom Earl VanDyke. He leaves to cherish his memories two children, Frances Irene VanDyke and Michael (Marie) VanDyke Jr., four grandchildren, James Swain, Cassie VanDyke, Brandy VanDyke and Michael VanDyke III, and a host of great-grandchildren, which he truly enjoyed. Michael has one sister, Brenda (VanDyke) Duplessis, as well as two nephews and a host of relatives, friends, his special Saturday friends and a great many "horse friends."
Michael was preceded in death by his wife, Irene S. VanDyke, his mother and father, mother in-law Willie Frances Bess and father in-law Rev. Charles Henry Smith.
Michael was a devoted horse trainer and consultant throughout his career. Michael was a member of Trinity African Methodist Episcopal Church in Springfield, Ohio, where he served as a Steward.
Michael was very well known within the horse community of American Saddlebred, "The Horse America Made." Michael won numerous championships throughout his career. He received the Tri-State Trainer of the Year, was a member of the Dayton Horse Show Association where he always attended and received recognition for his loyal support as an exhibitor. He also was a lifetime member of the U.P.H.A. (United Professional Horse Association). Michael also received numerous High Point Awards.
Click picture for copy of Obituary Notice
Michael was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. Michael fought the good fight. "Well done my good and faithful servant."
Services for Michael VanDyke will be held on Friday October 4, 2019 at Trinity A.M.E Church, 545 Selma Rd., Springfield, Ohio. Visitation will be at 11 a.m. until time of service, which will be at 1 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Peggy Turner officiating. Interment will follow at Oakdale Cemetery in Urbana, Ohio.
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Conky Price
August 7, 2019
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bove image from The
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Constance (Conky) Helen Price, an eleven-year resident of the Villages passed away on August 7, 2019.
She was born in Ithaca, New York, but grew up in Vermont where her father was a country Veterinarian and horse trainer. In turn, Conky became a nationally recognized Morgan Horse trainer and rider, with a stable of 150 horses. She also judged Morgan Horse Competitions around the world and was a World Championship finals judge on several occasions. She was a trainer of multiple World Champion Morgan Horses. Conky volunteered for equine Special Olympics and was sought out to provide massage therapy for many famous horses.
Her love for animals (kitties) had a strong influence on her and led to her decision to leave her entire estate to The University of Florida, supporting scholarships for students interested in becoming veterinary support professionals, and a fund to pay for surgery for animals whose owners can't afford needed procedures.
Her smile was infectious, her laughter contagious, her dancing electric, her wit unique and her positive perspective, a quality that changed the lives of friends old and new. Since its inception, Conky was an avid member of The Villages Blues Society, greeting members at Society concerts and brightening the spaces she visited.
Though she had no living relatives, Conky is survived by her loving partner Carlos/Chuck Webster. They met on the dance floor at Spanish Springs Square, where Uncle Bob's Rock Shop was playing. They attended Blues festivals around the country, took Blues Cruises and made hundreds of new friends in the process. As one friend wrote, "Conky always greets me like I am the person my dog thinks I am."
Conky's remains have been donated to The University of Florida for cancer research purposes.
Memorial contributions may be made in her name to any community organization that helps animals. Plans for a Celebration of Life gathering will be announced at a later date.A
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Bluegrass Hor
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From Saddle Horse Report
(follow-up not yet published)
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From Conky's Friends on Facebook
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A few years ago chance meeting with Beth Hatton Grumhaus (see Facebook posts)
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Mary Ruth Ferguson
June 22, 1922 ~ July 14, 2019 (age 97)
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| Mary Ruth Ferguson, 97, recently of Port Clinton, OH and formerly of Valley City, Ohio passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019 at Edgewood Manor Nursing Home, Port Clinton. She was born on June 21, 1922 in Cleveland, OH to Clarence and Clara Simpson. She graduated from Shaw High School in East Cleveland. Mary had worked as a seamstress and sewed a lot for the horse industry. She enjoyed camping, sewing, and crafting.
Mary is survived by her children, Jeannette (Larry) Giangrande, David (Suzanne) Ferguson, Nancy Gould, and Peggy Effron, grandkids, Kim (Richard) Reese, Paul Ward, Christopher Walter, Cory Gould, and Julie Effron, and 3 great grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Ralph Ferguson.
Per Mary’s wishes, cremation will take place under the direct care of the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, 216 Washington St., Port Clinton and there will be no services. Interment will take place in Myrtle Hill Cemetery, Valley City, OH.
Memorial donations in memory of Mary may be given to the Medina Chapter of the S.P.C.A. (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 8790 Guilford Rd., Seville, OH 44273; www.medinacountyspca.com).
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Mary was honored by Susan Klein and Sue's daughter, Karen Lawrence, in 2009 when they donated a revolving Junior Exhibitor Equitation Trophy in her name. The trophy dedication is below.
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The picture to the right was taken of Mary and Sue at our 2009 banquet.
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Mary & Sue passed within two weeks of each other. Sue's notice is below.
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Susan J. Klein
February 26, 1948 ~ July 2, 2019 (age 71))
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| Norwalk, Ohio – Susan J. Klein, 71, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 in Fisher Titus Medical Center. She was born to the late Cordelia M. (Seith) and Edward J. Grambo on February 26, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio. Susan moved to Collins, Ohio at age 3 and graduated from Western Reserve High School in 1966, she earned a double major in biology and art from Bluffton University, graduating in 1970.
Susan was self-employed at Smoky Ridge Farm as a horse trainer and riding instructor, as well as a long-time owner, exhibitor and breeder of American Saddlebred, Morgan, and Arabian horses. She was also a florist at Foodtown in Norwalk, Ohio. Susan was a member of the National and Ohio American Saddlebred Association, and donated her time as a 4-H advisor for many years. She was an avid gardener and loved growing orchids. She enjoyed reading, cooking, crafts and especially spending time with her family.
Susan is survived by her children, Karen R. (Jason) Lawrence of Norwalk, Ohio, and Terry (Anna) Klein of Sandusky, Ohio. By her grandchildren, Alyssa, Eden, and Kyle, and by her good friends, Beth, Julie, Jeanne, and Barb. She was preceded in death by her parents, and by her husband, of 45 years, Lewis E. Klein in 2017. Friends may call on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 12:00 p.m. at Walker-Eastman-Heydinger Funeral Home, 98 W. Main St. Norwalk, Ohio 44857. Pastor Bob Grover will officiate.
Memorials may be made to Saddlebred Rescue, 6 Meadow Cliff Lane, Hardwick, NJ 07825. Online condolences may be made by going to ww.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com
Donations may be made to:
Saddlebred Rescue
6 Meadow Cliff Lane, Harwick NJ 07825
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Erin Obenauf tribute:
One of my fondest memories; winning the Equitation Championship at the 1993 Youngstown Charity Show. Sue’s dedication is why we won this class.
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Dr. Frank James
Wednesday, March 13, 2019
The Saddlebred World Loses Dr. Frank James
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The American Saddlebred Horse Association is saddened to share that Dr. Frank James of Beavercreek, OH passed away this week. James will long be remembered by horsemen for the love and dedication he had for the American Saddlebred.
James and his wife Iris were devoted to supporting the industry at every level. Since Iris retired from business in 1995, the James family was a familiar face to many and always someone you could turn to for advice and support. The pair was extremely active in the Ohio Circuit and Charter Club activities with J/M Farm. They also campaigned horses across the country to champion titles with Nelson Green Stables and Infinity Stables.
Wine's American Beauty (115326M), Aisling's Treasure (126408M*), James Lewis (103558G), CHThe Bodyguard (89379G), CHKool Tyme BH (106864G), Glitter 'n Glitz (93952G*), Theology (108709G), Kalarama's Superman (114055G), and True Fortune (119139G) are just a few of the great American Saddlebreds they have owned and loved.
Donations can be made to Hospice of Dayton.
Ohio's Hospice of Dayton 324
Wilmington Avenue Dayton, Ohio 45420
https://www.hospiceofdayton.org/
Above image from The Bluegrass Horseman, 11Apr19
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Juanita (Teague) Barricklow
Dec 1, 1940 ~ Jan 2, 2019 (Age 78)
We knew Juanita from the River Ridge Horse Show office and the contact for the Brown County Fair.
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| Juanita Barricklow, 78 of Sardinia, OH passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at her residence. Juanita was born on December 1, 1940 in Lincoln County, KY, the daughter of the late Craig G and Maneva (Henry) Teague. She was a secretary for the S.B. Craig & Co in Sardinia. She was also a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church, Brown County Fair Board secretary for 17 years, a member of the American Morgan Horse Association and the Dahlia Society. In 2018 she was awarded the OFMA secretary of year.
Besides her parents she was also preceded in death by 2 great grandsons (twins) Lane and Ryder Richey. Juanita is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Roger Barricklow of Sardinia, 2 sons, Ricky Barricklow of Hillsboro, Stormy Barricklow (Rhonda) of Lebanon, IN, 1 daughter, Lana Richey (Lowell) of Sardinia, sister, Ruth Lambert (Bobby) of New Richmond, 5 grandchildren, Reese Richey (Maison Boyle), Tyler Richey, Tasha Smithson, Cord Barricklow and Strand Barricklow, 2 great grandchildren, Reagan Richey and Tristen Everhart and several nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, January 7, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the St. Mary Catholic Church in Arnheim under the direction of the Meeker Funeral Home. Father Dohrman Byers will be officiating. Interment will follow at the St. Mary Cemetery.
A celebration of life and visitation will be held Sunday, January 6, 2019 from 3:00 - 7:00 PM at the Rhonemus Hall at the Brown County fairgrounds.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Brown County Ag Society - Floral Hall, 325 W. State St, Suite #1, Georgetown, OH 45121.
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