WEDNESDAY, MAY 5, 2021 JOURNAL-NEWS COMPLETE. IN-DEPTH. DEPENDABLE. B3 LOCAL STATE Feds: Man foughtwith police before entering Capitol on Jan. 6 ByJohn Caniglia Advance Ohio Media A Federa authoritiesMondayarrested a Canton man accused of forcing his way past Capi- tol police before entering the building Jan.
6 over his belief that JosephBidenstole the presidential election. Fourinformantsseparately toldtheFBIthat JohnDouglas Wright was in the mob that entered tipsters cited his comments and live videos hepostedon Facebook, according to an affidavit filed in U.S. District Court in Akron. Investigatorsalsoobtained messages he sent to others. these Facebook Messenger conversations, Wright reveals his premed- itated intent to assault law the U.S.
Capitol Building, commit violence on mem- bers of Congress and par- ticipate in the FBI affidavit says. Wright also admitted that he attended the event in a story in The Repository in Canton. He told the paper the day after the event that police beat him during the riot. the he told the newspa- per. the first battle of the war.
I prom- ise Wright, 54, who owns a motor-coach business, is charged with engag- ing in physical violence in a restricted building or obstructing law enforce- ment during civil disorder; obstructing justice while Congresswas in session; and making false statements to federal agents. Already, more than 400 people face charges in the insurrection at the Capitol. Five people died that day, including a Capitol police officer. Authorities alleged that Wrightwasamonghundreds of protesters who forced their way into the Capitol as both chambers of Con- gressmet to certify Biden as thewinner of theNovember election.Momentsbefore the riots, then-PresidentDonald Trumpgaveaheated speech tohis supporters aboutfight- ing for America. On Monday, U.S.
Magis- trate Judge Kathleen Burke in Akron ordered Wright held without bond until a detentionhearingThursday. His case will be transferred to federal court in the Dis- trict of Columbia. now, these charges are only said defense attorney Noah Munyer, who represented Wright for thehearing. a lot of Americans, he was caught up in themoment of that day. He is looking for- ward to his day in The FBI affidavit alleges thatWrightwas on the front lines of the push toward the Capitol.
Aphotograph in the document showsWright jos- tlingwithofficers over a bar- rier as they sought to hold back protesters. Oneof the informants said Wright admitted to being detained inside the rotunda and thathewassprayedwith a chemical spray and forced to the ground, the affida- vit said. Surveillance pho- tos from the Capitol show Wright inside it. In a redTrumphoodie, accord- ing to the FBI document.He worethesamesweatshirt ina photographwithTheRepos- itory story. Early Jan.
6, Wright sent a message to a friend that said: they make in chambers weare going in anddragging them just as angry. In a series of messages on Facebook, a personaskedwhetherWright hadmadeit insidetheCapitol. on a nice bench in rotunda and had a Wright replied, according to theFBIaffidavit. In another conversation, WrighttoldsomeoneonFace- book: (expletive) war time. No more the document says.
In a latermessage, accord- ing to think we need to make home COURTS The FBI says John Douglas Wright of Canton struggled with police at a barricade outside the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. FBI BACON (Rose), Joan Age 91, of Liberty passed away May 2, 2021. Visitation 11:00 AM, Thursday at Colligan Funeral Home, Hamilton, OH.
BAKICH, Michael Peter Age 74, of Middletown, Ohio, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021, at Vitas Hospice at Drake Center in Cincinnati where he had been a patient for 10 days. He was born October 7, 1946, in Delmont, Pennsylvania, and lived in Middletown since 2010. He received his Degree from Purdue and his PHD from Texas A M. He was employed as a Civilian Research Engineer at Wright-- Patterson Air Force Base from 2002 to 2019, then was employed as a Research Engineer at Riverside Research from 2019 until his death in 2021. Michael enjoyed the fifties and sixties blues music and Serbian Traditional music.
He played many instruments including the guitar, harmonica, piano and recorder. He also enjoyed flying gliders from the Warren County Airport, and rebuilding his Norton 850 Commando Motorcycle. He was of the Orthodox Faith. Preceding him in death were his parents, Milovan and Sophia (Opacic) Bakich; and his wife, Elizabeth Anne Bakich in 2014. He is survived by three children, Samuel Milovan Bakich, Peter Gerhardt Bakich and Celestine Sophia Bakich.
Visitation will be Friday, May 7, 2021, at the Herr-Riggs Funeral Home, 210 S. Main Middle- town from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with Prayer Services at 7:00 p.m. The funeral service will be Saturday, May 8, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.
at the Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2500 Grand Middletown, Ohio 45044, with Father Michael Marcantoni officiating. Interment will be at Woodside Cemetery, Middletown, Ohio. Arrangements by Herr-Riggs Funeral Home, 210 S. Main Middletown.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.herr-riggs.com COLLINS, Reece Age 95, of Franklin, Ohio, peacefully passed away on May 2nd, 2021. He was born June 11th, 1925, in Idol, Tennessee, to the late Lonzo and Harriet Collins. A memorial service will be held at Miami Valley Memorial Gardens Chapel on Thursday, May 6th, 2021, at 2 pm with military honors. Entombment to follow. CORN, Gloria Jean Born in St.
Pennsylvania, Gloria was the daughter of Joseph and Florence (Kronenwetter) Geci. She graduated from Elk County Christian High School in 1967. Gloria married Duane Corn II on May 20, 1971, and settled in Middletown, where she and her husband raised their daughter. Gloria moved to Charlotte, NC, in 1996. Gloria is survived by her daughter, Cristie (Tom) Riley and granddaughter, Morgan Riley.
Notes of condolence may be directed to Cristie Riley, 5500 Bellerive Charlotte, NC 28277. DOUGHTY, Lloyd Lloyd Doughty passed on May 1, 2021, at the age of 77. Lloyd graduated from Garfield High School in 1961, followed by active duty in the Navy. He enjoyed a 36-year career at Avon Products and continued to work 12 more years at Superior Acura in Fairfield. In 1964 Lloyd married Sharon Short.
He was father of LeAnna and Bryan but his true joy came from Suzanne, Sean, Matthew, Madison, Lilly and Sophia, his grandchildren and Elijah, Willow, Grace, Nova and Rowan, his great-grandchildren. In addition, Lloyd had a special connection with Adam, Alex and Zach Powell whom he thought of as family. Lloyd is survived by his twin brother, Dean Doughty, brother Cam Mullins and sisters Jean Tuttle and Brecky Daithe. Lloyd will be honored at Avance Funeral Home, 4976 Winton Fairfield, OH, 45014 on Thursday, May 6. Visitation from 5-7pm.
Friday, May 7, a service at the funeral home will start at followed by a Celebration of Life. Donations: The Rare Disease Family Foundation: www.rarediseaseff.org GROVE, Virginia Age 93, of Franklin, Ohio, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 28th, 2021. She was born December 8th, 1927, in Wilmington, Ohio, to the late Lawrence and Opal (Lane) Drake. Virginia was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a faithful servant of the Lord, teaching Sunday School for over 50 years, most recently at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Carlisle, Ohio.
Virginia was very involved in her church and community in various ways. Some of these included being a scout leader, cub scout den mother, and a band booster for Franklin and Carlisle Schools. She belonged to Silver Rails, Carlisle CERA, Lioness Club, and lead many craft groups. Virginia is survived by her three children, Lorrie Brassington, Ellen (Ranny) Varney, Gary (Sonia) Grove and daughter Patti Rouster; grandchildren, Wendi Armstrong, Heather (Doug) Roth, Todd (Melissa) Swartz, Jamey (Tia) Varney, Holly (Steve) Dillon, Jenna Grove, Mitchell Grove; and twelve great-grandchildren, Molly and Trevor Zimmerman, Olivia and Alex Roth, Reagan and Kendall Swartz, Alec Crawford, Kyle, Carter, and Grace Dillon and Addison and Ainsley Varney; as well as many other family members and friends. In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Russell Grove; son-in-law, Terry Brassington and granddaughter, Stephanie Presley.
The family will receive guests for a visitation service at Hillcrest Baptist Church (820 Central Avenue, Carlisle), Friday, May 7th, 2021, at 10:30 AM. Following, a funeral service will begin at noon, officiated by Pastor Larry Lambes. Memorial contributions may be made in name to Hillcrest Baptist Church. HILLARD, William Bradley William Bradley Hillard, age 74, of Franklin, OH, died Saturday May 1, 2021, at his residence. William was born on May 25, 1946, to the late William Bradley and Gladys (Eversole) Hillard.
William was formerly employed with General Motors as a tow end inspector. He was preceded in death by brother, Harold (Nancy) Durham and his nephew, Johnny Ray Durham. William is survived by his wife of 38 years, Doris (Whiteaker) Hillard; his son, Bradley Hillard and his wife Kandi; his three grandchildren, Lilly, Wyatt, Raegan; his two great- grandchil- dren, Annah, Mariah; his step son, Jeremiah Whiteaker and his children, Peyton and Troy; his nephew, Calvin Durham; his nieces, Marlene Causey, Barbara Riggs and Peggy Cupp. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Anderson Funeral Home, Franklin, OH. HOPTON, Joanne Age 89, passed away on April 30, 2021.
Full obituary www.paulyoungfuneralhome.com RISEN, Ruby V. Ruby V. Risen of Middletown, Ohio, born July 12, 1929, to Walter and Minnie Williams, passed away on May 2, 2021, at Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties. She is a retired Middletown Schools cafeteria worker. In the last few years, since she was home most of the time she enjoyed watching the birds very much.
Ruby was a long time member of the Middletown First Church of the Nazarene. Most of all she was devoted to her family. Ruby is survived by 3 children, Wanda (Larry, deceased) Sparks, Elisa Risen, and Charles Risen; grandchildren, Michael (Kendra) Sparks, Amy (Paul) Fletcher, Robert Sparks, and Kelsey (Ryan) Klare; great-grandchildren, Mary Fletcher, Dustin Sparks, Meadow Klare, Makynzie Klare, and Meredith Klare; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, and her oldest son Robert The family would like to thank Pastor Adam (Valerie) Profitt, Dr. Joe Burghard, and Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties.
Visitation will be Wednesday, May 5, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. at Baker Stevens Parramore Funeral Home, 6850 Roosevelt Middletown. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, May 6 at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Adam Profitt officiating.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.bakerstevensparramore.com ROBERTS, Rebecca "Becky" and Katie Age 61, and her daughter, Katie Roberts, age 31, both of Germantown, OH, passed away April 30, 2021, due to a tragic car accident in Germantown, OH. Visitation will be 11 a.m. 1 p.m. (2 hours prior to the Service), Thursday, May 6, 2021, at the Calvary Tabernacle, 5990 Michael Road, Middletown. Dalton Funeral Home, Germantown, serving the family.
Please share condolences at daltonfh.net. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the Becky Katie Memorial Fund at https://gofund.me/26240361. RUSSELL, Ronald Talbert 52 Years Young. On April 23, 2021, Ronald Talbert Russell "Ronnie," left on his final journey. Ronnie was born January 12, 1969, in Breathitt County, Kentucky, to Jennie (Turner) and Kenneth Russell, Sr.
The family moved to Franklin, Ohio, where Ronnie graduated high school. While serving in the U.S. Navy, he was stationed in Keflavik, Iceland. An avid outdoorsman, Ronnie enjoyed fishing, hunting, archery and softball, winning many division titles with his brothers. He also enjoyed coaching and watching his children play sports; and he loved the Kentucky Wildcats.
Known for his impeccable work ethic that was admired by his employer and colleagues, he worked the last 20 years at Martin Marietta. Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, a nephew, Dustin Russell and all four grandparents. He is survived by his son, A. Jacob Russell of Cincinnati; his daughter, Riley C. Russell of Trenton; brothers, Kenneth R.
Russell, Frankie (Stacy) Russell and Donnie (Angie) Russell, all of Franklin; niece, Carlee Russell and nephews, Christopher (Jeannie), Kyle, Ryan, Eli; a great-nephew, Lincoln; and girlfriend, Julie Stewart of Miamisburg, Ohio. A Celebration of Life will be held at 5:30 p.m., on Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at Anthem House Church, 7974 Barret Road, West Chester, Ohio 45069. SCHWARTZ, Dolores H. Age 93, of Fairfield, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at her home. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on February 12, 1928, the daugh- ter of Harry and Marie (Brick- ner) Drury.
On June 22, 1957, in St. Ann Church, she married Joseph E. Schwartz and he pre- ceded her in death on October 30, 2008. Mrs. Schwartz was a charter member of Sacred Heart Church and a life member of the V.F.W.
1069 Auxiliary. Survivors include three children, Kathy (Steve) Mayes, Marian (Terry) Fritz and Mark (Amy) Schwartz; five grandchildren, David (Hiep) Mayes, Anthony (Megan) Fritz, Amy Fritz, Ryan and Dylan Schwartz; a great-granddaughter, Madilynn Mayes; a brother, Robert Drury. Besides her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a sister, Laverne Wolpert; and a brother, Adrian Drury. The family would like to express their thanks to the staff of Hospice of Cincinnati for the kind compassionate care they provided. Prayers will be offered at Thursday, in the Zettler Funeral Home, 2646 Pleasant followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Thursday, in Sacred Heart Church.
Visitation will be from Thursday, in the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Cincinnati. Online register book available at www.zettlerfuneralhome.com SEXTON, Judy Lynne Age 66, of Middletown, Ohio, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021, at Atrium Medical Center Emergency Room. She was born July 13, 1954, in Richmond, Indiana, and moved to Ohio when she was a child. Preceding her in death were her father, Wayne and Marie Harden; her mother, Orphia and John Hager; her husband, Bob Sexton in 2016; one grand- son, James Sexton II; and four brothers, Dennis, Johnny, Wayne and Richard.
She is survived by four children, Tony (Kay) Sexton, Nikki (Brian) Muntz, Barbie Sexton and Jody (Brian Smith) Holloway; thirteen grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; five brothers, Don, Danny, David, Nathan, and Fred; three sisters, Joyce, Jenny and Joan; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, May 9, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at the Middletown Masonic Temple, 1301 S. Marshall Road, Middletown, Ohio 45044. Arrangements by Herr-Riggs Funeral Home, 210 S.
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