Funeral Arrangements for Marcia Meyer

A memorial service for Marcia Meyer will be held on Saturday, January 23 at 11 a.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.  Marcia passed forward on Monday, December 28.

Funeral Arrangements for Holly Hester

The memorial service for Holly Hester will on Saturday, January 2 at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. Holly passed forward on Monday, December 28. 

Holly's complete obituary may be seen at:
http://www.littletonandrue.com/obituary/Holly-Ann-Hester/Springfield-OH/1574571 

Charity Auction canceled

This week we made the disappointing decision to cancel plans for the December auction.  We simply don't have enough time to pull off a meaningful event this year.  We would like to see this event -- or a version of it -- return for 2016.  Please see Pastor Tom if you have any interest in helping to make this happen.

Grand Re-Opening

We will hold a brief ribbon cutting ceremony immediately following Sunday School this weekend to celebrate the grand re-opening of the Grace library.  Bernice Stevens will have the honor of cutting the ribbon.  Be sure to stop by and visit the newly renovated library!

Funeral Services for Max McNeal

Max McNeal passed into eternity on Tuesday, October 6 following a prolonged battle with cancer.  His funeral arrangements are as follows:

• Visitation:  Thursday, October 8, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
• Service:  Thursday, October 8, 2:30 p.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church

Following this service his body will be transported to Decatur, IN where a second visitation and service will be held, as follows:

• Visitation:  Saturday, October 10, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., at Haggard-Sefton and Hirschy Funeral Home, 225 W. Adams Street
• Service:  Saturday, October 10, 12:00 p.m. at the same funeral home

Burial will be at the Decatur Cemetery.   Pastor Powell will be officiating at both services.

Funeral Arrangements for Darlene Zawada

Our sympathies are extended to the family of Darlene Zawada.  Darlene passed forward on Wednesday, September 30 after a long hospitalization.  Her memorial service will be held at Grace on Monday, October 5 at 11 a.m. with visitation at 10 a.m. that same day. 

Funeral arrangements for Joann Rutan

Our sympathies are extended to the family of Joann Rutan.  Her funeral will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 2, 2015 at Conroy’s Funeral Home, Springfield, Ohio.  Visitation is an hour prior to the funeral.  Pastor Powell will preside over the service.

Memorial Service for Tom Allen

Our sympathies are extended to the family of Tom Allen.  Tom passed forward on Thursday, September 24 after a nearly year-long illness.  A memorial service will be held at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 3.  Visitation will be from 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. prior to the service.

Charlee Crew

Our sympathies are extended to the family of Charlee Crew who passed forward on Monday, September 21.  Her arrangements are as follows:

• Visitation on Thursday, September 24 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Littleton and Rue Funeral Home.
• Funeral service on Friday, September 25 at 10:30 a.m. at Littleton and Rue Funeral Home.

Tony Mendenhall

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the death of Tony Mendenhall on Wednesday morning, June 10.

His funeral will be on Monday, June 15 at 10:30 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, with visitation on Sunday, June 14 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Littleton & Rue Funeral Home.

Jon Joyce

Our prayers are extended to the family of Jon Joyce who passed forward on Tuesday, April 21. Calling hours will be from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 25 at the Littleton & Rue Funeral Home.  The funeral service will be on Sunday, April 26 at 3:00 p.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. 

You may read Jon's complete obituary by clicking this link. 

Janet Buroker - Funeral arrangements

We are saddened to report that Janet Buroker passed forward on Sunday evening. 

Her funeral arrangements are as follows:

• Visitation will be from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24 at the Littleton & Rue Funeral Home.
• The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 25 at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.

A meal will immediately follow the funeral.  Following the meal, the family will proceed to the cemetery in Wilmington, OH.

You may read Janet's complete obituary by clicking this link.

Funeral Arrangements for Don Puckett

Our friend Don Puckett passed forward on Saturday, March 28 at the age of 87.  Don's funeral arrangements are as follows:

• Visitation from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 2 at the Littleton & Rue Funeral Home.
• Service at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 3, also at the Littleton & Rue Funeral Home.  Pastor Powell will be officiating.

Donald E. Puckett, 87, of Springfield, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2015 in the Kindred Hospital in Dayton. He was born on February 22, 1928 in Champaign County the son of Ralph E. and Ruth E. (Flath) Puckett.

He worked as a printer for Spring Print for over 30 years and before joining Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church he was an active member of St. John's Lutheran Church. Don enjoyed playing dominos with "the Wild Bunch", hunting mushrooms, playing golf and spending time outdoors.

He is survived by his daughter Dawne S. Puckett of Plain City, two sons: Kent K. Puckett of Springfield, and Brian T. Puckett of Plain City, two grandchildren: Matthew Puckett and Jeanna Puckett, two great grandchildren, Natalie and Logan, and one sister Marianna Williams. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters, Verla Waugh and Joyce Helton.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday from 5-7:00 p.m. in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME where a celebration of his life will be held on Friday at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Dan Powell officiating.

Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery. - See more at: http://www.littletonandrue.com/obituary/Donald-E.-Puckett/Springfield-OH/1495373#sthash.ZKzLha1i.dpuf

Donald E. Puckett, 87, of Springfield, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2015 in the Kindred Hospital in Dayton. He was born on February 22, 1928 in Champaign County the son of Ralph E. and Ruth E. (Flath) Puckett.

He worked as a printer for Spring Print for over 30 years and before joining Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church he was an active member of St. John's Lutheran Church. Don enjoyed playing dominos with "the Wild Bunch", hunting mushrooms, playing golf and spending time outdoors.

He is survived by his daughter Dawne S. Puckett of Plain City, two sons: Kent K. Puckett of Springfield, and Brian T. Puckett of Plain City, two grandchildren: Matthew Puckett and Jeanna Puckett, two great grandchildren, Natalie and Logan, and one sister Marianna Williams. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters, Verla Waugh and Joyce Helton.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday from 5-7:00 p.m. in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME where a celebration of his life will be held on Friday at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Dan Powell officiating.

Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery. - See more at: http://www.littletonandrue.com/obituary/Donald-E.-Puckett/Springfield-OH/1495373#sthash.ZKzLha1i.dpuf

Harry Koch

It is with deeply sad hearts that we share this news.  Harry Koch, a long-time member of our congregation and father of former Grace treasurer Robyn Koch-Schumaker, passed forward this morning (Thursday, March 12) following a brief illness.

His visitation will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 15 at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.  A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m.

Spirituial Life Survey

Have you taken the Spiritual Life Survey yet?  Your walk with Christ is important to our church.  By taking this anonymous survey, you will help Grace leadership form its ministry approach and, in so doing, help you grow in your faith.

It takes only about 35 minutes to make a big difference for your church.

Take the survey by clicking on this link:   http://www.revealnow.com/slsurvey?uid=7097

Memorial for Donald Raasch

The family of Donald Raasch invites our Grace family to attend a memorial for Don on Sunday, March 29 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Forest Glen Clubhouse (2150 Montego Drive, Springfield).

Don passed forward on January 27, 2015.

Spiritual Life Survey

Your spiritual growth is of vital importance to our church. Whether you’re just starting to explore the Christian faith, or you’re a long-time Christ-follower, we want to do everything we can to help you on your spiritual journey.

That’s why we need your help.

We’re asking you to click on the link below to take the REVEAL Spiritual Life Survey, which asks questions about your spiritual life and the role Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church plays in it.

Since the survey touches on a wide range of thought-provoking issues, you should anticipate needing 35 - 40 minutes to complete it. The survey is now open, so you can take it today.  Here is the link you will need:

http://www.revealnow.com/slsurvey?uid=7097

 

You can also access the survey through the home page of the Grace website (www.grace-nalc.org).  

Be assured you:

• This survey is completely anonymous. An expert third-party research organization will aggregate your input with responses from thousands of other people, so your survey will not be viewed individually.
• You will not be solicited for any products or services as a result of taking this survey.
• Your email address will not be distributed to another party.

We’ll close the survey on March 21, but please don't wait that long to take it. 

Thanks in advance for your time and contribution to this very important work.

Pat Barth

Our sympathies are extended to the family of Pat Barth.  Pat passed forward on Monday, March 2.  Although her health had been failing, the timing of her passing was surprising to her sons Scott and Jeff.

A memorial service for Pat will be held at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church on Saturday, March 14 at 1 p.m.  A gathering of family and friends will follow the service in the Grace Fellowship Hall.

Shrove Tuesday

Don't forget to get your tickets for the Shrove Tuesday pancake and sausage dinner! Tickets will be available at the door, of course, but you will pay a bit more for them.  Join more than 100 of your Grace family and friends at this fun event.

Two Grace Families Facing Grief

Our congregation is lifting up two Grace families in prayer as they deal with grief this week.

Curtis Allen, the 43 year old son of Debbie Lange, died unexpectedly on Tuesday.

Don Raasch, a long-time member of our congregation passed forward on Wednesday.

  

Funeral Arrangements for Ralph Grimes

Our prayers and deepest sympathies are extended to the family of Ralph Grimes who passed away on Monday, January 5. 

Visitation will be on Sunday, January 11 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Littleton & Rue Funeral Home.  A memorial service will be held at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church on Monday, January 12 at 11 a.m.