Obituaries for Friday, Dec. 5, 2014

Published 10:32 am Friday, December 5, 2014

Robert Brislin

Aug. 10, 1956 — Dec. 4, 2014

Robert (Bob) Dale Brislin, 58, of Ironton, died Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014, at his home. He was born Aug. 10, 1956, in Ironton, to Robert C. and Helen L. Valentine Brislin.

He was a 1974 graduate of Ironton High School and a 1979 graduate of Ohio University with a bachelor of science degree in industrial engineering. He was a member of Mamre Baptist Church in Kitts Hill. His former places of employment include GKN in Gallipolis, SunCoke in Haverhill and Smithfield Foods in Grayson, Kentucky.

Robert is survived by his wife of 32 years, Teresa (Terri) Robinson Brislin; son and daughter-in-law, Ryan and Victoria Brislin; daughter, Cassaundra (Casey) Brislin; his parents, Robert and Helen Brislin; a brother, David Brislin; a sister and brother-in-law, Sharon and Adam Littlejohn; a granddaughter, Keira Brislin; his mother-in-law, Doris Colvin Robinson; a sister-in-law, Kimberly Malone and her husband James Malone; and many other relatives.

Family and friends will be the pallbearers. They include James Malone, Mike Moore, Chuck McGlone, Charlie Wineka, Keith Hankins, Ray Gillenwater, David Webb and Dr. Jack Davis.

There is no visitation. Graveside services only will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Woodland Cemetery in Ironton with pastor Ryan McKee officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the children’s ministeries or building fund at Mamre Baptist Church, 2367 County Road 182, Kitts Hill, OH 45645 or Community Hospice, 1480 Carter Ave., Ashland, KY 41101. Phillips Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.phillipsfuneralhome.net.

Charles Matasich

July 25, 1942 — Nov. 28, 2014

Charles M. Matasich, “The Derbyman,” 72, of Proctorville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Nov. 28, 2014. Chuck was born on July 25, 1942, in Youngstown, to Charles L. and Agnes (Boticke) Matasich.

He enjoyed many years there with his beloved aunts, uncles, siblings, cousins and childhood friends before moving to Huntington. He married the love of his life, Patricia Walker, on April 22,1965. They enjoyed 49 wonderful years together. He graduated from St. Joseph Catholic High School in Huntington in May 1960. From there, he attended his beloved Ohio State University in Columbus. Chuck continued attending Ohio State football games as a season ticket holder and was a Buckeye fan until the end.

In 1966 Chuck attended his first Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. This was the beginning of a 45-year obsession. Come the middle of April each year, he could be found prepping his world-famous, rose-covered Derby hat and one-of-a-kind Derby jacket. On the first Saturday in May, Chuck transformed himself into the persona he is known for amongst millions of Derby-goers, “The Derbyman.” He was featured in magazines such as Blood Horse and Marie Claire, and in newspapers and on news stations around the world. On Derby day, celebrities sought him out to get a picture with the Derbyman.

On July 31, 1987, the Commonwealth of Kentucky commissioned him the title of Kentucky Colonel.

He was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Chesapeake where he served on the parish council, and as an usher for many years. Everyone who knew Chuck knew he had a true love of life. He will be remembered for his “booming voice” on the sidelines of any sporting event his children or grandchildren were playing, and for the photos he took and shared with many Fairland Dragon families. Chuck was a season ticket holder for Marshall football games, and didn’t miss a game until his health declined.

He was a longtime angler and loved fishing for walleye on Lake Erie. Chuck never turned down a chance to go to Myrtle Beach for vacation, where he shared his hobby of walking miles along the beaches finding shark’s teeth with his daughters. Chuck worked for 30 years at HK Porter/Connors Steel/Steel of West Virginia as a heat treater/physical test inspector. He truly enjoyed photography, and for many years worked as a professional photographer for sporting events, weddings, proms and family portraits.

He is survived by his wife, Pat; a son, Charles; two daughters, Susan Tow and wife Chris Laborde, of Anchorage, Alaska; and Tricia Begil and husband Al Begil, of Proctorville; his beloved grandsons, Zachary Matasich, Brandon Begil, Lakota Tow, and Dylan Tow; and his favorite granddaughter, Kelly Rae Begil; his sister, Sandra Matasich of Columbus; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends around the world. He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Ronald Matasich; his father-in-law, Ellis M. Walker; his brothers-in-law, Kevin Walker and Mike Crist; and many aunts and uncles. His family would like to thank all the healthcare providers, family, and friends who provided care and assistance to Chuck over the past eight years.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today at Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville. A Funeral Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Ann Catholic Church, in Chesapeake. Burial will follow at Rome Cemetery in Proctorville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation in Chuck’s name to the Old Friends Farm for Retired Thoroughbreds, 1841 Paynes Depot Road, Georgetown, KY 40324, 502-863-1775. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall.

Edna Miller

July 29, 1929-Dec. 4, 2015

Edna Irene Miller, 85, Thurman, passed away Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014, in Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis. Born July 29, 1929 at Scottown, she was the daughter of the late Lindle Leo Dillon and Mary (McComas) Dillon Null. She retired from Holzer Medical Center in 1992 where she was a Pharmacy Technician and she was a member of Vinton Baptist Church, Vinton.

Edna is survived by three daughters, Judy Barcus, Rio Grande, Janice (David) Facemire, Gallipolis and Denise (Shelby) Richards, Rio Grande; six grandchildren, Matt Barcus, Shane (Angela) Facemire, Susan (Ryan) Pittman, Colby (Amber) Richards, Lyle (Megan) Richards and Sarah (Christian) Holihan; 15 great-grandchildren, Daryl, Kiara, Kaylee, Reilly, Avery, Taylor, Ian, Gavin, Evan, Anna, Xander, Wade, Carsyn, Caroline and Jalyn; one great-great-grandchild, Cooper; brother, Donald (Eileen) Dillon, Dayton, Ohio and sister-in-law, Helen Null, Gallipolis.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter, Susan; half brother, Duane Null; and two stepsisters, Mildred Rowe and Grace Tibbs.

Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday in the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis with pastor Heath Jenkins officiating. Burial will follow in Flag Springs Cemetery, Patriot. Friends and family may call at the funeral home from 3-6 p.m. Sunday.

Condolences may be sent to www.mccoymoore.com.

Danny Hodges

June 9, 1937-Nov. 25, 2014

Danny Hodges passed away on November 25, 2014 in Columbia, South Carolina. The Lynch, Kentucky native was born on

June 9, 1937, one of 13 children born to the late Paul & Addie Mae Roberts Hodges.

He was a 1957 graduate of Lynch High School where he played football for the Bulldogs. He enjoyed

returning to his hometown with his brother Norman for their yearly reunion. He served in the U.S. Navy

and married his late wife, Helen Davidson Hodges in Ironton on May 17, 1960. He was employed by the

Dayton Malleable Iron Company and an avid supporter of the Ironton Fighting Tigers for many years.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by brothers, Jim, David, Billy and Chester

and sisters, Ollie, Margaret, Modien and Audrey.

He is survived by brothers, Paul Jr. and Norman and sisters, Fay and Helen, children ,Tim (Maria) Hodges,

Dana Hodges and Ralph Hodges, grandchildren Tyler, Tanner, Daniel, Mark, Kasey, Alyssa, Kayla,

Cheyenne and Zachary and great-grandson Devin.

A memorial service will be on Saturday at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church in

Columbia. South Carolina. His burial will be in Fort Jackson National Cemetery at a later date.

Edna Miller

July 29, 1929 — Dec. 4, 2015

Edna Irene Miller, 85, Thurman, passed away Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014, in Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis. Born July 29, 1929 at Scottown, she was the daughter of the late Lindle Leo Dillon and Mary (McComas) Dillon Null. She retired from Holzer Medical Center in 1992 where she was a Pharmacy Technician and she was a member of Vinton Baptist Church, Vinton.

Edna is survived by three daughters, Judy Barcus, of Rio Grande, Janice (David) Facemire, of Gallipolis, and Denise (Shelby) Richards, of Rio Grande; six grandchildren, Matt Barcus, Shane (Angela) Facemire, Susan (Ryan) Pittman, Colby (Amber) Richards, Lyle (Megan) Richards and Sarah (Christian) Holihan; 15 great-grandchildren, Daryl, Kiara, Kaylee, Reilly, Avery, Taylor, Ian, Gavin, Evan, Anna, Xander, Wade, Carsyn, Caroline and Jalyn; one great-great-grandchild, Cooper; brother, Donald (Eileen) Dillon, of Dayton, and sister-in-law, Helen Null, of Gallipolis.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter, Susan; half brother, Duane Null; and two stepsisters, Mildred Rowe and Grace Tibbs.

Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday in the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis with pastor Heath Jenkins officiating. Burial will follow in Flag Springs Cemetery, Patriot. Friends and family may call at the funeral home from 3-6 p.m. Sunday.

Condolences may be sent to www.mccoymoore.com.

Danny Hodges

June 9, 1937 — Nov. 25, 2014

Danny Hodges passed away on Nov. 25, 2014, in Columbia, South Carolina. The Lynch, Kentucky, native was born on June 9, 1937, one of 13 children born to the late Paul and Addie Mae Roberts Hodges.

He was a 1957 graduate of Lynch High School where he played football for the Bulldogs. He enjoyed returning to his hometown with his brother, Norman, for their yearly reunion. He served in the U.S. Navy and married his late wife, Helen Davidson Hodges, in Ironton on May 17, 1960. He was employed by the Dayton Malleable Iron Company and an avid supporter of the Ironton Fighting Tigers for many years.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by brothers, Jim, David, Billy and Chester; and sisters, Ollie, Margaret, Modien and Audrey.

He is survived by brothers, Paul Jr. and Norman; sisters, Fay and Helen; children, Tim (Maria) Hodges, Dana Hodges and Ralph Hodges; grandchildren, Tyler, Tanner, Daniel, Mark, Kasey, Alyssa, Kayla, Cheyenne and Zachary; and great-grandson, Devin.

A memorial service will be Saturday at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church in Columbia. South Carolina. His burial will be in Fort Jackson National Cemetery at a later date.