Obituaries
Betty L. Sears
Sep 18, 2026
Betty L. Sears, age 89, of Springboro, passed away on September 18, 2026. She was born in Middletown, Ohio on September 4, 1937.
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Following her wishes, there will be no services held.
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Kent Venter
Sep 18, 2026
Kent Venter, age 85, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, of Englewood, passed away September 18, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born May 31, 1941 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Stanley and Winifred Venter. In addition to his parents, Kent was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Joe Swartztrauber; and brother, Steven Venter.
He is survived by his...
Carolyn "Carrie" Milleson
Sep 18, 2026
Carolyn Gwen Milleson, born on June 8, 1963, grew up in the Sandusky, Ohio area, and has since been a longtime resident of the Dayton, Ohio area. She passed away at the age of 63 following a courageous battle with frontotemporal dementia. She leaves behind a legacy of hard work, generosity, and a strong devotion to her family and faith.
If...
Carol J. Turner (Lynch)
Sep 17, 2026
Carol J. Turner (Lynch), born September 3, 1958, passed away on September 17, 2026.
Carol will be remembered for a life shaped by devotion to education, deep love for family, and the simple joys that brought her happiness. She earned her Master’s in Education and went on to serve as a teacher in Lithonia Public Schools, Columbus Public Schools and Dayton...
Richard "Dick" G. Dunlevy
Sep 17, 2026
Richard "Dick" G. Dunlevy, age 78 of Huber Heights, Ohio formerly of New Carlisle, Ohio passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 17, 2026. He was born November 25, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio. The son of the late Richard A. Dunlevy and Isabelle Tipton (Dalrymple).
Dick was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother,...
Peter Leslie Haigh
Sep 17, 2026
Peter Leslie Haigh, who devoted his life to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, passed away on September 17, 2026, at the age of 86. He was born on August 27, 1940 in London, England. His family immigrated to the United States in 1941 to support the U.S. war effort.
Peter was a man of intellect, discipline, and deep faith. He...
Kathryn Willetta Flood
Sep 17, 2026
Kathryn Willetta (Daines) Flood, age 90, of Greene County, passed away Thursday September 17, 2026. Kathryn was born in Fayette County, Ohio on November 20, 1935.
Preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Flood; parents, William H. and Edith Daines; and her brother, Martin F. Daines.
She is survived by her daughters, Juanita Davis (Flood), Regina (Ed) Pike (Flood); R. Warren...
Alvin E. Cooper, Jr.
Sep 17, 2026
Alvin E. Cooper, Jr., of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on September 17, 2026. He was born on June 11, 1964, in Cottage Grove, Oregon.
Alvin built a life marked by service, dedication, and deep love for those around him. He served his country in the United States Air Force for 20 years, retiring from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base as a Technical...
Brenda Marie Blough
Sep 17, 2026
Brenda Marie Blough, age 77, of Beavercreek, formerly of Spotsylvania, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Born on January 24, 1949, in Portsmouth, Virginia, she was the cherished daughter of Allen and Gladys McLean.
Brenda had a deep love for flower gardening, crafts, playing slot machines, and going to the beach for vacations, but her greatest joy came from...
Donna J. Barnett
Sep 17, 2026
Donna J. Barnett, of Xenia, Ohio, passed away peacefully in Xenia on September 17, 2026. She was born on January 7, 1947, in Xenia, and her life was rooted in the community she called home.
Donna attended Xenia High School until she married in 1964, beginning a marriage that would span 63 years with her beloved husband, Phillip. Through the years,...
Mary Margaret MacLean-Brooks
Sep 16, 2026
Mary Margaret MacLean-Brooks, age 85, of Springfield, passed away on September 16, 2026.
Following with her wishes, she will be privately laid to rest at Dayton National Cemetery, Dayton, with her husband, Donald R. Brooks.
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Brandon M. Allen
Sep 16, 2026
Brandon Matthew Allen, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on September 16, 2026, in Dayton at the age of 48. He was born on May 5, 1978, in Dayton, and remained closely connected to the community throughout his life.
Brandon will be remembered as a very loving, kind, and funny man whose greatest joy was the people he loved most. He loved...
Steven Michael Gough
Sep 15, 2026
Steven “Steve” M. Gough of Kettering,OH passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at age 77. He was born on October 24, 1948, in Dayton, Ohio, and was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur and Florence Gough; his older sister, Diane Gough; his younger brother, Joseph Gough and infant brother Andrew Gough.
He is survived by his loving wife of...
John M. Barlow, Sr.
Sep 15, 2026
In Loving Memory of John M. Barlow Sr.
May 8, 1970 – September 15, 2026
John M. Barlow, known simply as “Barlow” to most and “Papaw” to some of the most important people in his world, passed away on September 15, 2026.
If you knew Barlow, you knew exactly what kind of man he was. He was stubborn, strong-willed, fiercely protective, hardworking, and...
Arhlene June Gallant
Sep 15, 2026
Arthlene June Gallant of Dayton, Ohio, departed earthly life for her heavenly home on Tuesday evening, September 15, 2026. She was born in Winterport, Maine, on March 11,1944, the third child of Arthur Henry and Emily Letitia (Malcolm) Gallant.
She was born again, according to John 3:5 and Acts 2:38, at a young age and remained an active member of Winterport...
Frances W. Preston
Sep 15, 2026
Frances W. Preston, of Waynesville, Ohio, passed away on September 15, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on August 5, 1931, in Waynesville, she lived a long life marked by kindness, devotion, and a steady willingness to care for others.
Frances was known as a kind-hearted woman who was always willing to help anyone she could. Those who knew her...
Quintin Gaddis, Sr. (Blue-Goose)
Sep 15, 2026
Quintin Gaddis, Sr., of Huber Heights, Ohio, passed away on September 15, 2026, one day before his 81st birthday. He was born on September 16, 1945, in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania.
Quintin built a life marked by dedication, steady work, and deep care for those around him. He worked for Nibco Foundry for 17 years as an Iron Caster before beginning a long...
Jack Gallagher
Sep 15, 2026
Jack Gallagher passed away on September 15, 2026, at the age of 70. He proudly served his country as a Lieutenant Corporal in the US Marines Corps.
Jack will be remembered as a man who was unique and truly marched to a different drum beat. He found his greatest happiness at home, surrounded by the people he loved most. Time with...
Tara Lynn Duckworth
Sep 14, 2026
Tara Lynn Duckworth, age 52, of Xenia, passed away on September 14, 2026.
Following Tara's wishes, there will be no services held.
To share a memory of Tara or leave a special message for her family, please visit the Guestbook below.
Michael Kenneth Ray
Sep 14, 2026
With deep sadness, the family announces the passing of Michael Kenneth Ray, age 49, of Dayton, Ohio, on September 14, 2026.
Mike accepted Jesus Christ while attending church camp in the sixth grade and later chose to be baptized outdoors in a stream. His faith remained an important part of his life. He was active in Bible quizzing and youth group...
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