Obituaries
Rose Ann Wendel
Jul 10, 2026
Rose Ann Wendel
Rose Ann Wendel, 77, of Centerville, Ohio, passed away peacefully in Kettering, Ohio, on July 10, 2026, after a courageous journey with cancer. She was born on November 12, 1948, to Mary Ann Wendel.
Rose was known for her generous heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering commitment to serving others. A devoted member of the Bahá’í Faith, she found joy...
Ellen Verene "Ellie K" Kitchens
Jul 10, 2026
Ellen Verene "Ellie K" Kitchens, age 80, of Kettering, passed away July 10, 2026. She was born July 26, 1945 in Springfield, Ohio to the late William and Eleanor Draper. In addition to her parents, Ellen was preceded in death by her siblings: Fanny, Violet, Art, Willie and Billy; and lifetime partner, John G. Hayes, Sr.
Ellen is survived by her...
Donna Lou Walters
Jul 9, 2026
Donna Lou Walters, 92, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026. Loving wife of the late Ronald Walters for 69 years, cherished mother of Greg (Brenda) Walters, Amy Walters, Bob (Marla) Walters and Lori Wood, adored grandmother of Jenny (Chad) Mosely, Matthew (Emilia) Walters, Teresa (Joe) Williams, Breton (Shelby) Walters, Josh (Kayleigh) Walters, Jake Walters, Kyle Walters, Tori Walters, Tracy...
Charleen Marie Glasser
Jul 9, 2026
Charleen Marie Glasser, age 76, of Xenia, passed away on July 9, 2026
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Visitation will be held from 1:00pm-3:00pm, on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3380 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, where her Memorial Services will begin at 3:00pm, with Pastor Ken Dillingham officiating.
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Linda Fay Bolen
Jul 9, 2026
Linda Fay Bolen, born on February 11, 1949, passed away on July 9, 2026, leaving an enduring legacy of love, kindness, and generosity. Linda was the youngest of fourteen children, and from an early age, she embodied patience and selflessness, traits that those close to her describe as nothing short of angelic. She had a deep faith and love for...
Patricia "Patty" L. Tateman
Jul 9, 2026
Patricia Louise “Patty” (Kuntz) Tateman, a lifelong resident of Dayton, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on July 9, 2026 in Troy, Ohio. She was 87 years old.
Born and raised in Dayton, she was the daughter of the late Henry Nicholas and Mary Gordon (Everett) Kuntz. Patty attended local grade schools and graduated from Julienne High School, Class...
Oleta Darcell York
Jul 8, 2026
Oleta Darcell York, age 74, of Dayton, Ohio, peacefully entered her eternal rest on July 8, 2026. Born on November 3, 1951, in Dayton, she is the cherished daughter of Denzil and Opal (Collins) Whitt.
Darcell was a deeply devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. For 57 beautiful years, she shared a life of love and commitment with her beloved husband,...
Brenda Arlette Morris
Jul 8, 2026
Brenda Arlette Morris, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 8, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. She was born on January 28, 1948, in Caryville, Tennessee, and across her 78 years, Brenda touched every life she encountered with her warmth, steadfast faith, and gentle strength.
To know Brenda was to understand true generosity and...
Melvin D. Castle
Jul 7, 2026
Melvin D. Castle, age 89, of Xenia, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 7, 2026. Melvin was born in Ottertail County, Minnesota on January 27, 1937 to the late Dorsey and Myrtle Castle.
Melvin was preceded in death by his parents and wife of 54 years, Esther Castle.
He is survived by daughter, Debbie (David) Rohrback; son, Eric (Chrissy) Castle;...
Carol "Suzie" Adams
Jul 7, 2026
Carol Sue "Suzie" Adams, age 79 of Vandalia, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on July 7, 2026. She was born November 23, 1946 in Dayton, Ohio. The daughter of the late Addie and Audrey (Nation) Broadstock.
Suzie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She went from a barmaid to finding the...
Kevin Ray Whitaker
Jul 6, 2026
Kevin Ray Whitaker passed away unexpectedly at his home of more than 30 years in Centerville, Ohio on July 6, 2026. He was 65. He rests today peacefully in his mother's arms, his father close at hand.
Kevin had a gift, the gift of connecting with people in deep, powerful, and enduring ways. He was at his best surrounded by people,...
Fatima Meadows
Jul 6, 2026
Fatima Meadows, age 95, of Beavercreek, passed away July 6, 2026. Fatima was born in Wheelwright, Kentucky on April 23, 1931 to the late Husane and Millie Mustafo.
Fatima married James Edward "Jimmy" Meadows on August 20, 1953, their marriage lasting for 64 years until his passing in 2017. She is also preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Bernette Lawson,...
Jacqueline Lee Voge
Jul 6, 2026
With hearts full of both sadness and gratitude for a life so beautifully lived, we remember Jacqueline Lee Voge, who passed peacefully away on July 6, 2026, in Springboro. Born October 15, 1939, in Dayton, Jacqueline was a radiant presence whose impact will remain forever etched in the lives of those who knew her.
Throughout her 86 years, Jacqueline was the...
Thomas M. McManus
Jul 6, 2026
Thomas M. McManus, born July 8, 1943, in Teaneck, New Jersey, passed away on July 6, 2026, in Kettering, Ohio. His life was marked by a deep dedication to his profession, a lifelong love of jazz, and a rich educational and service legacy.
Raised in Hackensack, New Jersey, Thomas embarked early on a path defined by learning and service. After graduating...
Irene Bell Hardy
Jul 5, 2026
Irene Hardy, beloved mother and devoted nurse passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on June 12, 1942, in Macon, Georgia, and lived a life defined by compassion, generosity, and unwavering love for her family.
As a dedicated nurse, Irene devoted her career to caring for others with kindness, skill, and empathy. She...
Betty Steely
Jul 5, 2026
Betty Steely, 85, of Riverside, Ohio passed away on July 5, 2026 at Soin Medical Center. Betty was born on February 26, 1941 to Mary and Peter Cline in Birchton, West Virginia. She was their first daughter and they named her Elizabeth Juanita, but she went by Betty most of her life. After graduating from Chapmanville High School, she left...
Carolean Hammersley
Jul 5, 2026
Carolean Hammersley, age 90, born January 1, 1936, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio.
Throughout her long and fulfilling life, Carolean was a gentle and comforting presence to all who knew her. Her deep Christian faith was a cornerstone of her existence; she placed her trust in Jesus Christ, and could often be...
Margaret "Peggy" Ardell Ballard
Jul 4, 2026
Margaret “Peggy” Ardell Ballard of Centerville, Ohio passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at the age of 88. Peggy was born on April 25, 1938 in Antigo, Wisconsin, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Dorothy (Flader) Rammer. She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Ballard, whom she married on November 10, 1956...
Victor Ndayambaje
Jul 4, 2026
A funeral service will be held from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 17, 2026 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3940 Kettering Blvd. Graveside service to follow.
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Chad Michael Leffel
Jul 4, 2026
Chad Michael Leffel, age 52 of Beavercreek, Ohio, passed away on July 4, 2026.
He was born in Dearborn, Michigan, on October 3, 1973, to Neal Howard and Delores Mae Leffel.
Chad was preceded in death by his infant brother, Kevin Lee; his paternal grandparents, Walter B. and Charline Evelyn Leffel; and his maternal grandparents, Frank Joseph and Theresa Celia Granz.
He is...
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