Obituaries

Patricia "Patti" Cox

Patricia "Patti" Cox

Oct 18, 2026

Patricia “Patti” Cox, maiden: DeLong, passed away on October 18, 2026, in Beavercreek, Ohio. She was born on July 31, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, and will be remembered as a caring, loving, and kind woman whose life was centered on the people she loved most.

Patti found happiness in life’s simple and meaningful moments. She enjoyed golfing and bowling with her...

Patricia Ann Brown

Patricia Ann Brown

Oct 18, 2026

Patricia Ann Brown, of Dayton, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 19, 2026, in Dayton at the age of 87. Born on March 4, 1939, in Dayton, Patricia lived a life centered on the simple and lasting blessings of family, faith, and home. She leaves behind a memory that will be cherished by all...

Thurman "T.H." Hall

Thurman "T.H." Hall

Oct 18, 2026

Thurman Agard Hall, age 85 of Kettering, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Overbrook Landing. He was born November 18, 1940 Thurman “T.H.” Hall passed away on October 18, 2026, in Xenia, one month shy of his 86th birthday. He was born on November 18, 1940, in Price, Kentucky, to Omery and Helen Hall.

T.H. graduated from McDowell High School...

Jeanette Marie Schlegel

Jeanette Marie Schlegel

Oct 17, 2026

Jeanette Marie (nee Coleman) Schlegel, born on July 18, 1945 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Wilbur and Blanche (nee Sellars) Coleman went home to be with her Lord peacefully on October 17, 2026.

Jeanette graduated from Stivers High School in 1963.  She went on from there to work at E.F. MacDonald Warehouse, Dollar General, St. Anthony Day Care and Cafeteria...

Peggy L. Kidd-Amos

Peggy L. Kidd-Amos

Oct 17, 2026

Peggy Lynn Kidd-Amos, age 74 of Dayton, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born June 27, 1952 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Robert Amos and June & Don Wallen.

Peggy was a true social butterfly who loved nothing more than warm sunshine, sandy beaches, and the company of good friends. Her early...

Stephen M. Short

Stephen M. Short

Oct 2026

In Loving Memory of Stephen M. Short

Stephen M. Short, age 69, passed away October 17, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him dearly and will miss him more than words can express.

Steve shared 45 years of life with his beloved wife, Becky. A proud father to his son, Sheldon, and daughter-in-law, Amy. He was also a loving grandfather to...

Steven Joseph "Steve" Heill

Steven Joseph "Steve" Heill

Oct 17, 2026

Steven Joseph "Steve" Heill, age 65, of Dayton, left this Earth on October 17, 2026, leaving behind his sisters, Teresa (Robin Parson) Anderson and Michelle (William Cox) Heill; and his nephew, Jacob Anderson.

He enjoyed watching Men's UD Basketball and the Cleveland Browns, but most of all, he loved his race cars and racing family. He grew so many relationships along...

Deborah F. Gillaugh

Deborah F. Gillaugh

Oct 17, 2026

Deborah F. Gillaugh, born January 25, 1966, passed away on October 17, 2026.

Deborah will be remembered as a warm, outgoing woman who never knew a stranger. She brought people together with ease and made others feel welcome wherever she was. Her home was often a gathering place, as she loved to host parties and invite everyone over, not only for...

Nabagereka L. Rogers

Nabagereka L. Rogers

Oct 16, 2026

Nabagereka L. Rogers "GiGi," of Dayton, Ohio, passed away in Dayton on October 16, 2026, at the age of 70. She was born in Dayton on August 16, 1956, and remained a woman whose life reflected warmth, strength, beauty, and deep devotion to others.

For many years, Naba was an educator, and she adored teaching her children. That love of guiding...

James "Jim" F. Davis

James "Jim" F. Davis

Oct 16, 2026

James F. Davis was born in Huntington, WV on 20 Aug 1932, and was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on 16 Oct 2026, he was 94 years old. 

He graduated from Barboursville High School in 1951. The DoD was looking to hire kids from the country to balance their work force, so he worked in Washington DC...

Seth A. Miller

Seth A. Miller

Oct 16, 2026

Seth Allen Miller, age 25, of Dayton passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on October 16, 2026 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. Born on June 20, 2001 in Kettering, Ohio, Seth brought a bright and unmistakable spirit to the lives of those who knew him.

Seth graduated from Wayne High School in Huber Heights with the Class of 2020...

Linda Susanne Thornburg

Linda Susanne Thornburg

Oct 16, 2026

Linda Susanne Thornburg (neé Orrill), age 82 of Dayton, Ohio and a long-time resident of Florida, passed peacefully into the presence of her savior Jesus Christ on October 16, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. Linda, known by her beloved niece and nephew as Aunt Ninny, was born on August 14, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio to Anna and Robert Orrill Jr.

A graduate...

Emma Kay Patterson

Emma Kay Patterson

Oct 16, 2026

Emma Kay Patterson, age 73, of Miamisburg, passed away October 16, 2026. Emma Kay was born in West Liberty, Kentucky on April 11, 1953 to the late Homer and Lola Patrick.

Emma Kay was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 39 years, Jerry Patterson; sister, Shirley Tootle; as well as her brother, Darryl Patrick.

She is survived by brothers, Donnie...

Graydon Archer

Graydon Archer

Oct 15, 2026

Graydon Archer, 72, passed away on October 15, 2026. Born on Christmas Eve in 1953 to Clarence and Amber Archer, Graydon grew up in Mapleton, Maine. In 1977, he married Mary (Spitzer) Archer, and they raised three children together.

Graydon was a hardworking man who retired from Xenia Foundry after 23 years. But more than anything, he was a storyteller. He...

Edith C. Phillips

Edith C. Phillips

Oct 15, 2026

Edith C. Phillips, age 97, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away October 15, 2026.  She is survived by several loving family members.  At her request, there will be no services.  Arrangements entrusted to the care of Newcomer Funeral Home, North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Road, Dayton, Ohio.  

To share a memory of Edith or to leave her family a special message, please...

Arthur C. O'Neil

Arthur C. O'Neil

Oct 15, 2026

Arthur C. O'Neil passed away on October 15, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on January 17, 1934, Arthur lived a long and full life marked by devotion to his family, dedication to his work, and a strong independent spirit.

Arthur graduated from the University of Mount Union, a connection that remained meaningful to him throughout his life. He went...

Mary Lou Frick

Mary Lou Frick

Oct 14, 2026

Mary Lou Frick, born November 21, 1930, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on October 14, 2026.

The youngest of seven children, Mary Lou lived a long life shaped by family, faith, and the simple pleasures she cherished most. She was a very simplistic person, and those who knew her will remember her great sense of humor and the warmth she brought...

Patricia C. Scott

Patricia C. Scott

Oct 14, 2026

Patricia Catherine Scott, 85, of Dayton, passed away October 14, 2026 with family by her side and with the exceptional support of Sincere Hospice Care. She was born January 11, 1941 in Leipsic, Ohio.

Pat was a graduate of Leipsic High School and received her nursing degrees from St. Elizabeth Medical Center (RN) and Wright State University (BSN). For over six...

Emma L. Walsh

Emma L. Walsh

Oct 14, 2026

Emma L. Walsh, born on September 30, 1951 in Dayton, Ohio passed away on October 14, 2026, at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton. 

Emma devoted more than 20 years of service to the City of Dayton before her retirement. She was known for the pride she took in her home, keeping everything tidy and organized, and she also enjoyed shopping and listening...

Jasper Lawson

Jasper Lawson

Oct 14, 2026

Jasper Lawson, age 85, of Beavercreek, passed away October 14, 2026. Jasper was born in Paintsville, Kentucky on November 17, 1940 to the late James and Lucinda Lawson.

Jasper was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Fern Lawson, whom he married on July 23, 1968; as well as his siblings, Willard, Delpha, Mary, Lana, Ernie, Ruford, Ethel, Lilly, Okey and...

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