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bills, overdrawn checking accounts, lack of budgeting. • A general decline in physical health. They may have lost weight and appear more frail. You may notice bruising or other injuries, increased forgetfulness, or less stamina for daily activities. Given the bad winter we experienced last year, we also encourage a check on the following items. Talk about these with your older loved ones to make sure they feel prepared for the cold weather months: • When was your relative’s furnace checked? Does it have fresh filters? If it uses propane or fuel oil, is the tank full? If not, top it off. • Do they have a supply of salt? A snow shovel ready so that any home health workers coming to the home can safely clear a path to the door? Is there a relative or neighbor who can clear the path so that workers can access the home? • Supply of “shelf ready” foods handy in case the power is off? • Extra blankets stored and are they easily accessible? • Ample supply of prescription meds? • Neighbor or close relative designated to call during bad weather to check on older loved ones? • A phone that will work when the power is off? The Area Agency on Aging District 7 is available to provide information and answer questions about a number of care needs and options that are available. After speaking with a speciallytrained nurse or social worker concerning your family member’s needs, an in-home consultation to assess your loved one’s situation can be provided at no cost to identify risks and determine what assistance or preventive measures could improve their quality of life. Call us tollfree at 1-800-582-7277.
MERRY CHRISTMAS Galatians 4:4: “But when the fulness of time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law...” Notice the word made. “God sent forth his Son, made of a woman. Joseph was not involved here! But what I want to talk about is the phrase “when the fulness of time was come.” When was the fullness of time? It was when Christ was born. Go with me to Genesis 8. After the great flood Noah built an altar unto the LORD and took of every clean beast and of every fowl and offered burnt-offerings unto God. Verses 21-22 states: “And the LORD smelled a sweet savour; and the LORD said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man’s sake; for the imagination of man’s heart is evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every thing living, as I have done. (22) While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease.” The end of the season is the end of the year. Summer is past, harvest is ended, winter has come, and day is followed by night. Jesus was not born in the daytime; He was born in the night of that last day of “the fulness of time”. All the Old Testament prophecy of the Christ Child had been fulfilled. It was the conclusion of time. Not only that, but Israel had lost both of their kingdoms when the fulfillment of God’s promise took place at the birth of Christ. Do you realize that Dec. 22 is the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere this year? The days begin to get longer only after the winter solstice. When the sun was as far away as it could be from Bethlehem that night and before it started back towards the equator, Christ was born. It was in the fullness of time! It was not in the middle of the year nor at the beginning but at the end of the year when the sun was as far away as it could be. The Hebrew calendar was never designed to fit that, however, the Roman calendar was. There is no doubt in my mind that God had His hand in the designing of that Roman calendar. Luke 2 states: “And
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MT. ORAB BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH www.bbcmtorab.com it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.” Now, who set the date for the birth of Christ, the Roman empire when they set the date for every one to go to into their own city? No, that date was set according to God’s schedule. God over rules in these things, contrary to some opinions. Now, here is something else. When the Old Testament was coming to a conclusion at the birth of Christ, the New Testament was ready to take effect. Therefore it was not just the end of the year but also the end of the era of the Old Testament and the old covenant. A new covenant was pending. The new covenant would not come into effect the day Christ was born although the old one ended at His birth. The new covenant does not begin until afterwards. Let me show you something. We call the 25th of Dec. Christmas; we do not call it Jesusmas. Who was born then, Jesus or Christ? It was not Jesus; it was Christ. Do you know why? It was because He was not named yet. The name Jesus was not given to Him until eight days were accomplished (Luke 2:21). If you count the 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st, and Jan. 1st, how many days is that? It is 8 days; it was circumcision day, His naming day, New Year’s day! Therefore, we celebrate Christ’s birthday on the 25th of Dec. and His naming day on Jan. 1. A very important day indeed!
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Judy Ferguson, 68,
Deborah Rose Eubanks, 87
Judy Ferguson, 68, of the Sugartree Ridge Community, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2014. She was born December 30, 1945 in Cincinnati, daughter of the late Louis Edward Yochum and Helen Margene Gray Yochum. On September 19, 1965 in Mowrystown, she married Waldo Ferguson, who survives. Judy was a member of Hillsboro First United Methodist Church since 1987, where she was involved with two women's circles and served on numerous committees. She was also involved with Leadership Highland and the Festival of Bells Committee for several years. Judy worked for several years in the banking industry in numerous states, and she retired in 2010 from Liberty Savings Bank in Hillsboro. In addition to her husband other surviving family members are daughter, Christina (Scott) Doelling of Hilliard, OH., two sons, Steve (Julie) Ferguson of Cincinnati, and Todd (Susan) Ferguson of Lakeside Park, KY., six grandchildren, Molly Ferguson, Ryan Ferguson, Lainey Doelling, Cameron Doelling, Teddy Ferguson, and Benjamin Ferguson, three sisters, Jane (Darrell) Tissot of Hillsboro, Joyce (Glen) Hess of Buford, and Jill (Dennis) Schelling of Hillsboro, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents Judy was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Mia Doelling. Services were held Saturday, December 13, 2014 where Pastor Derek Russell officiated. Interment followed in the Sugartree Ridge Cemetery. Contributions in Judy's memory may be directed to the Hillsboro First United Methodist Church 133 East Walnut Street Hillsboro, Ohio 45133, or Sugartree Ridge Cemetery. The Rhoads-Edgington Funeral Home served the family.
Deborah Rose Eubanks, 87 of Georgetown, OH., died Wednesday, December 10, 2014. She was a homemaker. Ms. Eubanks was born October 10, 1927 in Richmond, KY., the daughter of the late Shelby and Grace (Cox) Rose. She was also preceded in death by one daughter – Loretta Kay Eubanks, one brother – William Howard Rose and one sister – Glenna Worthington. Ms. Eubanks is survived seven children - Carolyn Sue Eubanks Schoenling and husband Richard of Wake Forest, NC., Lee Robert Eubanks Jr. and wife Kathy of Felicity, Barbara Jane Morris-Miller and husband Fred Miller of Peoria, IL., Orville Scott Eubanks of Felicity, Melanie Eubanks Loch and husband Mark of Boulder, CO., Lawrence Edward Eubanks and wife Vicky of Georgetown, and Thomas Wayne Eubanks and wife Christi of Bethel, nineteen grandchildren, twentytwo great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. Services were held Monday, December 15, 2014 where Rick Gableman officiated. Interment was in the Laurel Cemetery in Clermont County. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Peppermint Pig, 8255 Beechmont Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45255. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.
Linda Kay King, 72 Linda Kay King, age 72 of Williamsburg, OH., died Tuesday, December 16, 2014. She was a telephone operator for GTE and Verizon, a member of the Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church and the Grant Amateur Radio Club. She was born February 18, 1942 in Bethel, Ohio the daughter of the late George Howard Henry and Mildred Lucille (McIntosh) Hiler. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband – Harold T. King in 2002. Mrs. King is survived by one daughter – Jennifer Lynn Habig and husband David of Cincinnati, one son – Jeffrey Scott King and wife Jutta of Williamsburg, four grandchildren – Chelsea and Noah Habig of Cincinnati, and Caley and Kyla King of Williamsburg, and two sisters – Pat Schickley and husband Kenneth of Bethel, and Ruth Schneder of Anderson Township and companion – Bob Hauke of Hamersville. Services were held Friday, December 19, 2014 where Mike Starkey officiated. Interment was in the Tate Township Cemetery, Bethel. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church, 11693 State Route 774, Bethel, Ohio 45106. The Cahall Funeral Home, Mt. Orab, served the family.
Inez Leona Kinnett, 91 Inez Leona Kinnett, 91 of Sardinia, OH., died Wednesday, December 10, 2014. Inez was born November 16, 1923 in Bethel, the son of the late Lucian and Lena (Horn) Lindsey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two sons and daughter-in-law – Robert Kinnett and Ron Kinnett and wife Donna; one grandson – Matt Kinnett and four brothers – Joseph, Gayle, Fred and Clarence Lindsey and one sister – Maudie Day. Mrs. Kinnett is survived by her husband of sixty-eight years – Ray Kinnett whom she married on October 19, 1946; seven grandchildren – Joshua Kinnett and Travis Kinnett both of Middletown, OH., Bethany Kinnett of Batavia, Brian Kinnett and wife Ronda of Columbus, OH., Kevin Kinnett and wife Janine of Pleasant Hill, OH., Tina Smith and husband Kip of Grove City, OH., and Diane Wilkerson and husband Fred of Knoxville, TN., great grandchildren – Kali, Jacob, Kollin and Kerigan Kinnett and numerous other great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; two brother – Frances “Woody” Lindsey of Hillsboro, and Ray Lindsey of Mobile, AL., one sister – Marie Holt of Wadesboro, NC., and many nieces and nephews. Services were held Saturday, December 13, 2014. Interment was in the Linwood Cemetery in Russellville. The Cahall Funeral Home, Mt. Orab, served the family.
Sandra Kay Jones 61 Sandra Kay Jones 61, of Hillsboro, OH., died Saturday, December 13, 2014. She is survived by her husband David, 2 daughters Christy Ballein, and Linda (Smitty) Smith, 1 son James Jones, 6 grandchildren, her father Stanley (Joyce) Mignerey, 1 sister Patricia (Bobby) Smith, 2 brothers, David (Rita) Mignerey and Steven (Pamm) Mignerey. Services were held on Thursday, December 18, 2014, at the Sardinia Church of Christ. Burial was in Sardinia Cemetery. The Beam-Fender Funeral Home, Sardinia, served the family.
Opal Conley Day, 89 Opal Conley Day, 89, of West Union, OH., died Friday, December 12, 2014. She was born October 19, 1925 in Tomahawk, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leander and Carrie (Swain) Conley; husband, Eugene E. Day, and sons, Larry David and Morris Cecil Ward. She is survived by her daughter, Melissa (Carl) Rogers of West Union; one son, William (Diana) Day of Wilmington; one brother, Dr. Cecil (Dr. Naomi) Conley of Ft. Myers, Florida; five grandchildren; five step-grandchildren and several great grandchildren. She was a graduate of Morehead State University and Xavier University, and served as an educator for 41 years. She was a member of the Parent Teachers Association, Ohio Education Association, National Education Association and Adams County Retired Teachers Association. She was a member of the West Union United Methodist Church, and recently attended the Bible Baptist Church in West Union. Services were held Wednesday, December 17, 2014 where Pastor Tim Carter officiated. The interment was at Cherry Fork Cemetery in Cherry Fork. The Lafferty Funeral Home, West Union, served the family.
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It’s the Holidays – and that time of the year where we look forward to visits and sharing time with family, friends and loved ones. It’s also a time when our Agency likes to encourage families to spend time discussing important issues that might be affecting Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, or other family members or friends. During this time, we encourage families to pay particular attention to situations that might alert you to a decline in health – maybe it is a family member, a special friend, or neighbor. If so, perhaps they might need some help and assistance to remain safe and independent at home? Our Agency is here to help you find resources in your community that may be available. Read the list below to evaluate whether your loved ones may need some assistance in order to remain in their homes safely. If you notice that some of the statements ring true for your loved ones or friends, call the Area Agency on Aging District 7. We can help identify resources in your community that may be available to help. Or, if you are a long distance caregiver living in our district and caring for someone outside our district, please feel free to also give us a call – we can find similar resources and assistance that are available in the area of the country where your loved ones reside. Look for: • A decline in personal hygiene. Your loved ones may not feel up to completing daily hygiene or may seem to be unaware of hygiene needs. • Falls or near falls, with or without injury. • Increased clutter in the home or a general lack of cleanliness of the living environment. • Difficulty cooking or preparing meals. This can include problems following recipes or directions, burned food, lack of awareness of whether they have eaten, lack of appetite, or relying on “junk food” that requires no preparation. • Difficulty managing finances. You may notice bills piled up but unpaid, overdue
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Flossie M. Ritchie, 91 Flossie M. Ritchie, 91, died Monday, December 15, 2014. She was born January 18, 1923 in Lincoln County, KY, daughter of the late James J. Morrison and Grace Alma Terry Morrison. She attended church at Evergreen Baptist Church. Surviving are son, James "Bud" Ritchie of Hillsboro, daughter, Lana Sue (Maynard) Rosselott of Sardinia, daughter, Carol Terry (James) Ogden of Sugartree Ridge, daughter, Jenny Lee (Ken) Juillerat of Mowrystown, son, Everett Frances Ritchie of Mowrystown, brother-in-law, John Ritchey of Blanchester, 3 sisters-in-law, Margaret Morrison of Mason, Christine Ritchey of Winchester, Francis Rice of Owensville, many nieces & nephews, 21 Grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren, and 6 great great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Flossie was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur D. Ritchie, two sons, Arthur D. Ritchie, Jr., Keith Duane Ritchie, two daughters, Donna Jane Ritchie, Linda Jean Ritchie, brother, James Morrison, Jr., sister, Joyce J. Boone, granddaughter, Julianne Ogden, and daughter-inlaw, Sherry Ritchie Stout. Services were held at the Bible Baptist Church of Hillsboro, Saturday, December 20, 2014 at 1:00 pm with Rev. Dr. Daniel Lamb officiating. Interment followed in the Bloomrose Cemetery. Contributions in Flossie's memory may be made to the Evergreen Baptist Church. The Funeral Home is serving the family. The Edgington Funeral Home, served the family.
Adam Ray Senior, 39 Adam Ray Senior, 39 of Cincinnati, OH., passed away Sunday December 14, 2014. He was born June 29, 1975 in Cincinnati, the son of Lloyd Senior and Kimberly Ammerman. He was a salesman at Kings Kustoms. He was a member of the Hamlet 7th Day Adventist. He graduated from Eastern High School in 1994. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Lloyd E Senior. Adam is survived by his wife Staci Senior of Cincinnati, father, Ray Senior of Russellville, mother, Kimberly Ammerman and husband Fredrick Kemen of La Grange, KY., 1 son, Tyler Senior and wife Shirelle of Anderson, 1 daughter, Brianna Senior of Blanchester, 2 brothers, Scott Senior and wife Rachelle of West Union, D. J. Hickman and wife Jenny of La Grange, KY., 2 sisters, Sally Payton and husband Billy Ray, and Sarah Cummings both of La Grange, KY., 2 grandchildren, Caleigh and Trenton, maternal grandmother, Shirley Senior of Amelia, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services were held Thursday December 18, 2014. Burial followed at the Linwood Cemetery. The Meeker Funeral Home, Russellville, served the family.
Shellia Eugene Spires, 94 Shellia Eugene Spires, 94, of New Richmond, OH., died Monday, December 15, 2014. He was born September 27, 1920 in Stout. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alva Vincent and Edna Pearl (Tomlin) Spires. He is survived by his wife, Lena Marie (Poe) Spires; two daughters: Debbie (Darrell) Bowling of Homosassa, FL., and Shellia (Thomas) Grenwis of Sanford, Florida; three sons: Donald (Carlotta) Spires of Homosassa, Florida, David Spires of Homosassa, Florida, and Gary Spires of Mt. Orab; four sisters: Ruby Sargent of Mansfield, Ruth Shoemaker of Ripley, Della Wolfe of Dayton and Peggy DeVore of Bentonville; six grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter. Mr. Spires retired from the Operating Engineers, Ohio Local 18 in 1982. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII serving from 1942 to 1945 in Africa, Sicily, Italy, and the Battle of the Bulge. He was a charter member of the V.F.W. Richard L. Dryden Post 8287 in Manchester, and a life member of the American Legion Post 550 in New Richmond. Services were held Friday, December 19, 2014 where Pastor Owen Applegate officiated. The interment is at Manchester Cemetery in Manchester. The Adams County Honor Guard performed a military service. The Lafferty Funeral Home, West Union, served the family.
Nola Jane Swope, 80 Nola Jane Swope, 80 of Navarre, FL. passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 11, 2014. She was born in Williamsburg, OH., on June 29th, 1934 to the late Agnes and William Adams. Nola was married to Roy “Stog” Conover of Mt. Orab, in 1952 and they had three children; Ronald, Harold, and Connie. After her husband’s death of cancer in 1968, she married Robert Swope of Hamersville, in 1972. Nola is survived by her three children and two stepdaughters, Arlene West and Judy Maham. She also had eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Services were held at the Serenity Gardens Cemetery in Milton, FL on Tuesday, December 16, 2014. The family requests that memorial donations be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in the name of Nola.
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