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Springfield News-Sun, Springfield, Ohio; Saturday, 5 MAY 1945, page 1 (Newspapers.com):

DONALD H. CHANCE KILLED IN ACTION

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Second Lt. David Gerhardt Missing over Saipan

One Springfielder has been killed in action and another has been reported missing, according to word received by their families from the War Department.

Pfc. Donald H. Chance, 19, son of Mrs. Mable Chance, 1414 Highland av., was reported killed in action in Germany on April 19, while serving with the infantry in the Seventh Army.

Husband of Mrs. Mary Margaret Chance, of Springfield Route 3, Pfc. Chance entered the Army on Sept. 9, 1944. He received his basic training at Ft. McClellan, Ala., and was sent to Ft. Meade, Md., on Jan. 19, 1945, after a six-day furlough at home.

He attended Lawrenceville School and was employed by Wagner’s Service, Inc. before entering the Army. In addition to his wife and mother, he leaves a son, Donald Lynn, nine months.

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Obituary – Springfield News-Sun, Springfield, Ohio; Sunday, 6 MAY 1945, page 24 (Newspapers.com):

DONALD H. CHANCE DIES IN GERMANY

Pfc. Donald H. Chance, 19, husband of Mary Margaret Chance of Springfield, Route 3, and son of Mrs. Mable Chance, 1414 Highland av., was killed in action April 19 in Germany, where he served with an infantry unit of the Seventh Army. He was the father of a nine-month-old son, Donald Lynn.

Entering the Army on Sept. 9, 1944, Pfc. Chance underwent basic training at Ft. McClellan, Ala., and was sent to Ft. Meade, Md., last Jan. 19, after spending a six-day furlough at home. He attended Lawrenceville High School and was employed by Wagner’s Service Inc. before entering the Army.

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CHANCE, Donald Lynn, Sr. 62, of Springfield, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 3, 2007 in his residence.

He was born on August 1, 1944 in Springfield the son of Donald H. Chance and Mary M. (Wagner) Jenkins. He was a member of Victory Faith Center. He worked at Beach Manufacturing for over ten years and was formerly employed by Hometown Gas Stations.

He is survived by his wife, Cleta (Spencer) Chance of Springfield, one daughter and son-in-law, Diana M. and Steven M. Ramsey, three sons and daughters-in-law: Donald L. and Tami Chance Jr., Frank D. and Stephanie Creech, and Chad and Beth Chance all of Springfield; one step-daughter, Cindy Spencer; two step-sons and daughter-in-law, Tony and Kathy Spencer and Merivale Tolson, two sisters and a brother-in-law: Jenny and Kenny Holycross of Park Layne, and Cathy Reeder and her friend, Bill Jackson; four brothers and three sisters-in-law: Jerry and Pearl Jenkins, Gary and Deby Jenkins, Tim and Linda Jenkins all of Springfield; and Johnny Jenkins and his friend, Mike Pelletier of Bristol, Connecticut; sister-in-law, Louann Jenkins, eleven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his birth father Donald H. Chance, his father Richard Jenkins, one brother, Calvin Jenkins, and grandson, Jaystin Creech. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Wednesday, March 7, 2007 from 5-8 pm in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME where the service will be held on Thursday at 10:30 am with Pastor Charles Sandlin officiating. Burial will be in the Enon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Regional Cancer Center. The family would like to express their appreciation to the caregivers, Doctors and nurses at the Springfield Regional Cancer Center and Community Mercy Hospice for their care and compassion. You may express condolences at w ww.littletonandrue.com Published in the Springfield News-Sun from 3/5/2007 - 3/6/2007.

Obituary – Springfield News-Sun, Springfield, Ohio; Wednesday, 16 MAY 2001, page 18 (Newspapers.com):

JEANETTE CHANCE

57, of Springfield passed away Tuesday morning, May 15, 2001 in her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born February 28, 1944 in Anco, Kentucky, the daughter of Charles E. and Pearl (Collins) Bumpus. Jeanette was retired from Ingalls Ship Yard in Pascagoula, Mississippi after many years of service. She was a member of Victory Faith Center of Springfield.

Her survivors include her loving loyal friend and companion of many years, Donald L. Chance, Sr.; mother-in-law, Mary M. Jenkins; daughter and son-in-law, Diana and Steve Ramsey of Springfield; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Frank D. Creech and his fiance, Stephanie Simpson, Chad A. and Beth Chance, all of Springfield; one brother and sister-in-law, William James and Donna Lovett, Sr. of Lewisburg, Ohio; one very special brother and sister-in-law, Jerry R. and L. Pearl Jenkins of Springfield; one special daughter-in-law, Loretta Dorman of Vancleave, Mississippi; four brothers-in-law, Calvin and Louann Jenkins and family of Troy, Ohio, Gary and Debie Jenkins and family of Springfield, Tim and Cheryl Jenkins and family of Springfield, Jonathan and Doreen Jenkins and family of Cheshire, Connecticut; two sisters-in-law, Jenny and Kenny Holycross and family of New Carlisle, Ohio, Cathy Reeder and her friend, Bill of Springfield; numerous nieces and nephews; 11 grandchildren; a special pet, Killer; very special friends, James and Edie Brewer of Springfield; and a very special doctor, Dr. Richard Furay, M.D. (many thanks).

She was preceded in death by her parents; one grandson, Jaystin Creech; and father-in-law, Richard E. Jenkins.

A gathering of family and friends will be held in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME, SPRINGFIELD, Wednesday, from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home Thursday at 1 p.m. with Pastor Charles Sandlin officiating. Burial will be in Ferncliff Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to Mercy Hospice Fund, 1343 North Fountain Boulevard, Springfield, Ohio 45504 in memory of Jeanette.

NOTES: Frank David Creech (1971) was the son of Jeanette and her second husband, Woodrow Creech. Chad Alan Chance (1974) was the son of Donald L. Chance and Patricia Ann Holycross (1955-1994). Loretta Jean (Fondren) Dorman (1964-2019) was the daughter of Wayne Fondren and Brenda Parker (1949-2016). This obituary oddly does not mention her son, Donald Lynn Chance, Jr., born 18 FEB 1964, married to Tamera J. Paul in 1984 and had two children, who were probably among the 11 grandchildren that were mentioned. DLB 2023.

Obituary – Springfield News-Sun, Springfield, Ohio; Thursday, 5 APR 2012, page C4 (Newspapers.com):

HOLYCROSS, Amy Marie

Amy Marie Holycross, 31

Amy left her temporary vessel on April 2, 2012.

INTERVIEWER: Please state your name and information.

AMY: Amy Holycross. I was born on November 26, 1980 in Springfield, OH. I am a blessed mother of 3 amazing boys, Jacob (9), Carter (7) & Izac (6). My parents are Dave & Judy Ray of Springfield and Garrel Estep of Urbana. I have 1 sister Rebecca Downey and 3 brothers Chad Estep, Scott Estep and Ryan Ray.

INTERVIEWER: Now, you have participated in 4 clinical trials to help advance Melanoma cancer research?

AMY: Yep.

INTERVIEWER: Incredible! If I can be so bold, your contributions to cancer research will ALWAYS be greater than the appreciation you’re received.

AMY: It’s fine. I’d do it all over again if it meant that a mother could have a little more time with her kids. Dr. Felix called me a “courageous woman” and others said that I was the strongest woman they had ever met, but I didn’t do it to get compliments. I just love people and I felt I owed it to my boys to try everything that I could.

INTERVIEWER: When I say “October 16, 2011” what comes to mind?

AMY: Ahhh that’s the day I found God! Or should I say “He found me?!” I had been running for so long, but He just kept chasing me! I praise Him!

INTERVIEWER: To your 3 boys … what do you want to say to them right now?

AMY: To Jacob: You took such good care of me when I was sick. You helped your brothers so much! Mommy asked a lot of you, but ya did great! I need you to protect your brothers now, stand-up for them and be a good example for them because they’re watching you. You are my strong son … my little warrior. To Carter: Oh, my little ham and daredevil. That big brain of yours is always working! The questions you ask seem far deeper than that of a typical 7 year old. I will miss watching you work so hard to bring smiles to people’s faces. Keep doing that … the world needs to laugh more. To Izac: There was a time when we weren’t sure if you would ever sit-up on your own, much less ever walk. Now look at ya! You’re only 6 and already chasing the ladies! You do have your fair share of ladies chasing you, too. I don’t like it! (laughter). I’m gonna miss that sweet smile and those adorable dimples. My baby, I would give anything to hold you on my lap one more time.

INTERVIEWER: You were one who put others’ needs before our own. ‘Selfless’ and “caring” I believe would best describe you. You began to get involved with The Salvation Army in Springfield. It seemed like a perfect fit for you as it provided an avenue to channel your passion and love for others that stemmed from your love for God. How important was that to you?

AMY: I never had a lot of material possessions and I was ok with that. I realized that that was not where true happiness was found. I guess my life could best be summed-up by this quote (I’ve changed a few of the words, though (hehe): “If you want happiness for an hour, watch American Idol. If you want happiness for a day, lounge around the house in you pj’s. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, server others.”

INTERVIEWER: You fought for so long and now your struggle is over. Well done, Amy. Come, take my hand now. I can’t wait to show you the place I’ve prepared for you ...

A Celebration of Amy’s life will be held at Jackson, Lytle & Lewis Life Celebration Center, 2425 N. Limestone, Springfield, OH on Friday, April 6, 2012 from 4-7 p.m. with Funeral Service at the same location of Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 10 a.m. Burial to follow at Ferncliff Cemetery.

Amy leaves behind three growing boys. To keep them with their immediate family, an addition needs to be made to their uncle’s house; therefore to help the family, memorial contributions may be made to the Holycross-Estep Donation Fund at US Savings Bank at 1500 Hillcrest Ave., Springfield, OH 45504.