Eleanor Lavone Berry, age 83, of Xenia, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Shawnee Estates. She was born December 2, 1940 in Xenia, the daughter of William Daniel and Gladys Marie (Shoemaker) Hayslip.

In addition to her parents, Lavone was preceded in death by her husband: Derald E. Berry; grandson: Matthew Berry; sisters: Charlotte Harrison and Nancy Meade; a brother: William Hayslip, Jr., niece: Brandy Estes and a brother-in-law: Bobby Estes.

Lavone is survived by her daughter: Jennifer Lynn Berry; sister: Donna Estes; granddaughter: Emily Michelle Berry; great granddaughter: Madison Lynn Waggoner; brother-in-law: Larry Meade; sister-in-law: Betty Lewis; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and friends.

She retired from K-Mart. Lavone graduated from Spring Valley High School. She enjoyed working in her yard, scrapbooking, puzzles and was an avid reader.

Funeral Service will be held 11:30 AM Tuesday at McColaugh Funeral Home, 826 N. Detroit St. Xenia with Larry Meade officiating. She will be interred at Valley View Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held 10:30 AM Tuesday until the time of service at the funeral home.