Martha B. Black
(April 6, 1909 – September 19, 2011)
Black, Martha B. age 102 of Tipp City passed away Monday September 19, 2011 at Springmeade Health Center, Tipp City. Born April 6, 1909 in Phoneton, Ohio to John and Elizabeth {Hawn} Staup. Preceded in death by her parents, husband; T. R. Black Sr. in 1974, grandson; Anthony Black, 3 brothers; and two sisters. Survived by son; Ted and his wife Irita Black, Vandalia and daughter; Shirley and her husband Tom Rawlins, Tipp City, grandchildren; Kim (Dee) Rawlins, Jeff Rawlins, Brent (Kimberly) Rawlins, Martin (Wendy) Black, Ben Black, Julie (Jay) Schamus and great grandchildren; Chris and Kevin Rawlins and Allison and Amanda Black. Martha was a 1927 graduate of Bethel High School and worked in retail sales for Rikes Department Store, Thals and Donenfelds. Memorial Service will be held on Thursday September 22, 2011 at 7:30 PM at FRINGS AND BAYLIFF FUNERAL HOME 327 W. Main St. Tipp City, Ohio 45371. Family will greet friends from 6 to 7:30 on Thursday prior to the service at the funeral home. Contributions may be made in Martha’s name to the Miami County Animal Shelter or charity of your choice. Many thanks to the staff at Springmeade for their excellent care and to Nancy Y., Monique, Marge D. and Joann H. for their acts of kindness. www.fringsandbayliff.com
