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Damon RETHERFORD Obituary

RETHERFORD, Damon Age 92 of Hamilton passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2020. He was born on August 4, 1928, in Hamilton the son of the late Emery and Florence (nee Cope) Retherford. Damon got called to preach at the age of 18 and spent his life ministering and serving the Lord. Damon was retired from Champion Paper International and was a proud Kentucky Colonel. He was married to Oma Retherford for over 74 years and she preceded him in death this past August. He is survived by three children Gloria (Jack) Wahl, Kathy (Bobby) Baker, and Ronald (Evelyn) Retherford; ten grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, other family and close friends. He was also preceded in death by one son Timothy Retherford; two daughters Nannie Day and Judith Retherford; six siblings Gladys Frazier, Mildred Holland, Orlee Mobley, Hazel Mays, Dewey Retherford, and Donald Retherford. Visitation will be on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at THE WEBSTER FUNERAL HOME, 3080 Homeward Way at Rt. 4, Fairfield from 11:00AM until the time of the funeral at 12:00PM with Pastor Fred Baker officiating. Burial to follow in Millville Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.websterfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Journal-News on Oct. 18, 2020.

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Rev. Harley Duncan

October 20, 2020

"Plow Boy has gone home"... Bill and Retherford family we're praying you find in God's word and in His love the comfort and strength you need to see you through your sorrow. Rev. Harley Duncan

Sherry Crose

October 19, 2020

On behalf of the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, the Order offers its deepest condolences and is proud of a life well lived by Colonel Retherford.
Sherry Crose, Executive Director
Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels

Dick & Lana Hollenback and family

October 18, 2020

Best husband, father, grandpa and uncle. He will be missed but I’m so glad we know he is in heaven. What a blessing.

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12:00 p.m.

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3080 Homeward Way, Fairfield, OH 45014

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