In Memoriam Lewis Russell Jones

Lewis Russell Jones, 79, of Westerville, went Home to be with the Lord early Sunday morning, February 26, 2023, following an extended illness.

He was born April 5, 1943 in Greenfield, Ohio, son of the late Reuben Russell and Jenevee (Keels) Jones. On November 11, 1995, he married his beloved wife, Carol Dianna (Harris) Jones, who survives.

Also surviving are his children, Catherine (Michael) Madison, Lewis R. (Renata “Renya” Krempl) Jones, Jr., and Trevor (Jennifer Booz) Jones; grandchildren, David Madison and Jennifer Madison; siblings, Inez Simmons, Eunice (John) Lowe, and Raymond (Diane) Jones; a sister-in-law, Yvonne Jones; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and close friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Nathan Jones, and his brother, Marvin Jones.

Lewis was a graduate of The Ohio State University, where he received his Bachelor’s of Science in 1965. He went on to work as the Buyer and Section Chief at Western Electric Company in Columbus, Ohio. He then became the Operations Manager for the Pillsbury Company’s Grain Division for Cincinnati and Minneapolis. Following that position, he worked as the Auditor for the Federal Milk Market Administrator in Cleveland and Columbus. In 1996, he was hired by the Ohio Department of Agriculture (O.D.A.) to work as the Chief of the Division of Weights and Measures. He was then promoted to the Chief of the Division of Dairy in 1999 and held this position until June 2010, when he was promoted as the Deputy Director of O.D.A. He retired in January 2011 but agreed to a short-term contract at the Executive Secretary of the American Guernsey Association.

Lewis and his wife Carol were active members of the Trinity Baptist Church in Columbus. He received numerous awards associated with his work including being named as a distinguished alumnus of The Ohio State University Alpha Zeta Fraternity in 2005. He was the recipient of the OSU Dairy Science Hall of Service Award in 2011, and served as President and Vice President of the National Association of Dairy Regulatory Officials. He was a delegate and member of the Executive Board of the National Conference on Interstate Milk Shipments, and a member of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation, a member of the Ohio Agricultural Council, and the National Dairy Shrine. In 2019, he was inducted into the Ohio Agriculture Hall of Fame.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Trinity Baptist Church Building Fund, 461 St. Clair Ave., Columbus, OH 43203.

The Ohio State University in 1981. He was an active member of the AGR fraternity. He married Rosemary Sheperd on May 29, 1982, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Montpelier, Ohio,and she survives.

Joe was raised with his four sisters Beverly (John) Emch, Becky (Lee) Kohler, Bonny (Preston) Justice, and Jane (Dean) Thompson. Joe was driving tractors at five, as soon as his feet could reach the petals. In his youth he loved to play football, basketball and drive his 1977 Dodge Challenger.

Joe was a 5th generation dairy farmer at Twin Lake Farms, where he worked alongside his wife, Rosey, and mentored his son, Frank. Joe was dedicated to the farm’s success and providing for his family, milking the cows and working the ground. Foremost, Joe was dedicated to his family. He was a devoted husband to his wife and best friend, Rosey, to whom he was married for 40 years. Their deep affection for each other was plain to those who knew them. Joe and Rosey traveled to Las Vegas annually and enjoyed road trips together. They raised four children – Kelly (Geoffrey), Samuel (Korianne), Franklin (Jenni), and Elizabeth (Marc) – and loved spending time with their seven grandchildren: Lincoln, JD, Lily, Ty, Lydia, Emma, and Isla. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Rebecca (Krill) Kohler; and a nephew, Joseph Emch

Joe was an avid Buckeye, NASCAR, and country music fan. Visitors to the farm could be sure that Joe was in the milking parlor when they heard The Highway serenading the cows inside. He could often be found in his favorite armchair watching a game. Joe’s greatest joy in life was encouraging his wife, children, and grandchildren in their athletic, academic, and personal endeavors. His servant heart and love for those around him lives on through his family and community. While our hearts are burdened by his loss, the joy he brought to our lives remains. He rests in the presence of the Lord.

Kay Howard Vaughan

Kay Howard Vaughan, age 85, of Hartville passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 15, 2023 with loving family by his side. He was born in Canton on April 3, 1937 to the late Raymond and Mabel (Clayton) Vaughan. He was a former teacher and school board member at Marlington Schools. He was a farmer, owner of Maize Valley Holsteins, co-owner of Maize Valley Market and Winery and past-president of Stark County Farm Bureau. His accomplishments were many including six-time undefeated national amateur ball room dance champion. When asked his greatest accomplishment, he responded “children and family.”

Joseph Smith “Joe” Krill, age 64, of Edgerton, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday March 1, 2023.

Joe was born on February 9, 1959, in Hicksville, Ohio, to Cleon D. and Dema A. (Smith) Krill. He graduated from Edgerton High School in 1977 and earned a degree in Dairy Science from

Survived by his wife of 65 years, Donna (Rohrer); children Steven (Debra) Vaughan, Michelle (Bill) Bakan, Todd (Jill Dehnke) Vaughan; grandchildren Alex (Kelly) and Scott (Kelly) Vaughan, Cara Gill, Breanne (Eric) Rupe and Brett Bakan; and 2 great-grandsons. Preceded in death by siblings Barbara Clunen and Kenneth Vaughan.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Marlington Alumni Association, PO BOX 6001, Alliance, OH 44601.