LeDoyle Figley

LeDoyle "Farmer" Figley, 103, of Rockford, Ohio, died at 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2011, at the Laurels of Shane Hill, where he had been a patient. He was born August 25, 1908 near Rockford, Ohio, the son of James and Goldie (Hook) Figley. On October 22, 1930, he married Mabel Agnes Strickler, who preceded on December 11, 1996. Mr. Figley was a long-time farmer and lived his entire life, in the Rockford area. He was a member of the Rockford United Methodist Church. For years, he trained and showed Shetland ponies throughout the area. Surviving are two sons and one daughter: Dick (Janice) Figley of Rockford, Keith Figley, also of Rockford, and Jane Roebuck, of Cridersville, Ohio. Seven grandchildren, 4 step grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 2 step great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchilden survive also. Deceased is a son-in-law, Virgil Roebuck, a daughter-in-law, Sandy Figley, and 1 great grandchild, Joshua Roebuck. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Ketcham-Ripley Funeral Home in Rockford, with Pastor Chip Steffy officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Rockford. The family will receive friends from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm on Friday at the funeral home, and one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Memorials may be directed to the Rockford United Methodist Church.