Thelma J Rautsaw

Thelma J. Rautsaw, age 83 of Eaton, OH died Thursday, June 3, 2010 at her residence. Thelma was born on February 8, 1927 in Dixon Township, Preble County Ohio the daughter of the late Otto H. & Clara (Rumley) Silvers. She was a 1945 Eaton High School graduate and worked for more than 25 years as secretary for Frederick Construction in Eaton, OH. Preceded in death by Sister: Maxine M. Holmes in 2004. Brother: Roy E. Silvers in 2009.

Survivors include Husband of 49 years and her total care giver: Ned W. Rautsaw; Daughters: Karen L. Jefferson of Eaton, OH; Sherry Phillips of Columbus, OH Sandy Reed of Florida; Son: Fred D. Jefferson of Apple Valley, OH; Brother: Gordon Silvers of Eaton, OH; Sister: Irene Shinn of California; 5 Grandchildren: Stephanie and Eric Hisey of Eaton, OH; Jeannie and Steve French of Eaton, OH; MSGT Troy and Maylen Hickman of Murrietta, California; Alicia Beeson of Kansas and Dylan Webb of Florida. Great Grandchildren: Joshua Hisey, Christopher Hisey, Will and Zach Henry, Troy Hickman II and Alec Hickman and Matt and Megan Barker. Several Nieces and Nephews.


Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to:
Vitas Hospice Charitable Fund of Dayton - 3055 Kettering Blvd. Suite 320 Dayton, OH 45439 Arrangements entrusted to Barnes Funeral Home – Eaton, OH. Online condolences may be sent to the family via the Web site at www.barnesfuneralhome.com