8 • The Beacon March 13 , 2025
Eva June Kiser , age 97 , of Coshocton , passed away peacefully on Monday , February 24 , 2025 , with her daughter and grandchildren by her side . She was born in Canton , Ohio , on June 10 , 1927 , to the late Willis and Vina ( Thomas ) Bryant .
On November 15 , 1946 , she married Kenneth E . Kiser who passed away on April 1 , 1983 .
Eva June worked for Dr . R . Dale Smith as a dental assistant for 9 years and Ohio Fabricators for 24 years . On June 1 , 1967 , she joined the Coshocton Business and Professional Women ( BPW ) group , serving actively for 58 years . In 2007 , Eva June was honored at the State Conference as a BPW State Legend and in 2010 , was named the Coshocton BPW Member of the Year . While her brothers and father served in WWII , she entertained the wounded troops with the Moose Minstrel as her contribution . In her years with the BPW and The Grange , she was always the one in charge of entertainment , that was her passion .
She was a member of Tyndall United Methodist Church , the VFW # 2040 , the
Obituaries Eva June Kiser
Eva Kiser
Coshocton Moose and the Bethlehem Grange where she taught youth square dancing . Eva June and her husband were very active in the Warsaw Belles and Beaux square dance club for years and Eva June gave lessons and even called dances .
Eva June loved being outdoors , hunting , fishing with her twin brother Gene when they were younger , and she had a wonderful sense of humor . Eva June never knew a stranger and would help anyone in need . She will be deeply missed by her loving family and friends .
Eva June is survived by her daughter , Tomma ( Rodger ) Bordenkircher of Coshocton ,
Nancy D . Morton , age 87 , of Coshocton , died Sunday , February 16 , 2025 , at Altercare of Coshocton .
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday , March 22 , 2025 , from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm , at the Coshocton Elks Lodge with a Nightingale Nursing Honor Guard Service starting at 1:00 pm . Given-Dawson-Paisley Funeral Home is serving the family .
Memorial donations may be made in Nancy ’ s name to the Morton Family Nursing Scholarship Fund . Contributions may be mailed to The Coshocton Foundation , 220 S . 4th Street , Coshocton , Ohio 43812 .
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An online memorial can be found at www . given-dawson-paisleyfh . com . two grandchildren , Shawn ( Molly ) Bordenkircher and Stacie ( Jake ) Lahna both of Coshocton . Five great-grandchildren , Emily Alexander , Ben Bordenkircher , Kaitlyn Lahna , Kassidy Lahna , Karlie ( fiancé Kyle Bethel ) Lahna ; one great-great-grandson , Kingston Alexander and her former sister-in-law , Doris Bryant Casey .
Along with her parents and husband , Eva June is preceded in death by her granddaughter , Shannon Bordenkircher , brothers , George , Charles , William , John and Gene Bryant and sisters , Opal Brady and Edna Wilde .
Calling hours will be held on Friday , March 7 , 2025 , from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Given-Dawson-Paisley Funeral Home . A Celebration of Life will follow at 2:00 pm with Deacon Doug Mould officiating . Burial will be held at Coshocton County Memory Gardens .
For those who wish , memorial donations may be made in Eva June ’ s name to St . Jude Children ’ s Research Hospital .
An online memorial can be viewed at www . givendawson-paisleyfh . com .
Charles E . “ Gene ” Leigh , beloved husband , father , grandfather , great grandfather , and friend , passed away peacefully on Wednesday , March 5 , 2025 , at home surrounded by his family . Born on July 27 , 1946 , in Danville , Kentucky , Gene touched the lives of many throughout his years and will be deeply missed by all who knew him .
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Melinda Sue Guilliams , 67 , of Coshocton passed away Monday , March 3 , 2025 , at the Coshocton Regional Medical Center . She was born in Coshocton on June 15 , 1957 , to the late Edward and Opal ( Underwood ) Hoppstatter .
Melinda was a member of the Coshocton Moose Lodge and enjoyed playing cards and bingo . She loved her cats and spending time with her grandchildren .
Melinda is survived by her husband of 52 years , Michael “ Mike ” Guilliams ; children Chad ( Wendy ) Guilliams , Jessica ( Jason ) Horn , Shawn Guilliams , Kendall ( Heather ) Guilliams , and Shane ( Christian ) Guilliams ; grandchildren Shayla and Brittany Guilliams , Austin and Alyssa Horn , Michael Guilliams , Kiah , Kelsea , Kara , Jake , and Alivia Guilliams , and Dolly Guilliams ; brother Larry ( Wanda ) Crossley ; several step grandchildren ; and several
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life to Peabody Coal as a miner , followed by a notable career as a superintendent at Pretty Products , where he worked until his retirement in 2008 . His commitment to hard work and his integrity earned him the respect of his colleagues and made him a trusted leader in his field .
Gene was a member of the Central Christian Church , where he found community and fellowship . He was also proud to be a part of several organizations , including AMVETS Post 036 , Moose Lodge 935 , and VFW Post 1330 . Whether sharing stories or lending a helping hand to those in need , Gene ’ s warmth and generosity were hallmarks of his character . His passion for life was evident in his love for watching the Cincinnati Bengals and enjoying a round of golf , activities that brought him joy .
Gene is survived by his great grandchildren .
Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her brothers Frank “ Jr ” Crossley and Doug Crossley .
Calling hours were held at the Miller Funeral Home , 639 Main Street , Coshocton , OH 43812 on Friday , March 7 , 2025 from 11:00am- 1:00pm . Funeral services began at 1:00pm with Pastor Andy Bird officiating . Burial followed at Valley View Cemetery , Warsaw . Memorial contributions can be directed towards the Coshocton County Animal Shelter ; envelopes are available at the funeral home .
An online memorial is located at www . themillerfuneralhome . com .
loving wife of 45 years , Alletta Leigh ; his son Todd ( Tammy ) Leigh ; and his daughter Teres ( Jamie ) Smith ; stepchildren Jim ( Karen ) Priest , Tim Priest , and daughter-in-law Sara Priest ; grandchildren J . T . ( Baylee Banek ) Smith , Nicloe Hardesty , Chase Hayes , Samantha ( Kyle ) Daugherty , Kyle ( Kayla ) Priest , and Matthew ( Lori ) Priest ; great grandchildren Jayce and Treytyn Corder and Mackenzie and Scottie Daugherty and Caleb and Damian Priest ; siblings James “ Jim ” Leigh and Ruth ( Dave ) Bush both of Coshocton .
He will also be remembered fondly by his loyal dog , Tuffey , who brought him much joy and comfort .
Gene is preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Lucille ( Timberlake ) Leigh ; sister Patricia Maddox ; stepsons Mike , Tom and Bob Priest ; and sister-in-law Lore Leigh .
Calling hours were held at the Miller Funeral Home , 639 Main St ., Coshocton , OH 43812 on Tuesday , March 11 , 2025 from 10:00am- 11:00am , funeral services began at 11:00am , Pastor Lloyd Tenney officiated . Burial followed at Canal Lewisville Cemetery .
An online memorial is located at www . themillerfuneralhome . com .