Obituaries
Charlene Houston
Jun 30, 2026
Charlene Houston, born February 17, 1960, in Dayton, peacefully passed away in her hometown on June 30, 2026. Her steadfast spirit and loving heart touched the lives of all who knew her, leaving a legacy rooted in kindness, resilience, and devotion to family.
A lifelong resident of Riverside, Charlene’s story is interwoven with that of her beloved community. Throughout her life,...
Lee Diane Hunter
Jun 30, 2026
Lee Diane Hunter, age 78 of Centerville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, June 30 2026.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Mt. Zion Church (428 Shepherd Rd, Xenia, OH 45385). A memorial service will begin at 11:00 am.
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Richard "Dick" Lee Klein
Jun 30, 2026
Richard "Dick" Lee Klein, age 85 of Beavercreek, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at home peacefully in his sleep. He was born May 23, 1941 in Dayton, Ohio the son of the late Carl and Marion Klein.
Dick graduated from Patterson Co-Op in the class of 1957. He worked as an accountant for Dayton Manufacturing, Airtron, H&R Block and First...
Emerald Sophia Faith Cardoso
Jun 29, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Emerald Sophia Faith Cardoso, who left us on June 29, 2026. Though her time with us was far too brief, her presence filled our lives with love, hope, and a radiant spirit that will never fade from our memories.
Emerald was a cherished daughter to Carley Rider and Frankie Cardoso,...
Richard Allen Youngkrantz
Jun 29, 2026
Richard “Rick” Allen Youngkrantz, of Beavercreek, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on September 10, 1964, Rick was the beloved husband of Melissa Sue Youngkrantz. He was the cherished son of William Merrill Youngkrantz of Chicago, Illinois, and Carol Faye Youngkrantz (Gerstenschlager).
Rick was a devoted father to Ashley (Noah) Billmaier,...
Linda Tefteller Deal
Jun 28, 2026
Linda Tefteller Deal, 80, passed away in Beavercreek, Ohio, on Sunday, June 28, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Linda lived a life that could never be contained by one city, one job, or one chapter. Over the years, she called many places home, including Akron, Ohio; New Orleans, Louisiana; Keene, New Hampshire; Fort Myers, Florida; Cincinnati, Ohio;...
Shirley Crowe
Jun 27, 2026
Shirley Joyce Crowe, age 85 of Xenia, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born December 22, 1940 in Hazard County, Kentucky the daughter of the late Dennis and Hattie Combs.
Shirley graduated from Fairmont Kettering High School and worked as a Office Manager for several Doctor's offices. She had a heart for caring for others,...
Donald G. Zimmers
Jun 27, 2026
Donald G. Zimmers, 86, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on June 27, 2026. Born on November 14, 1939, in Hamilton, Ohio, Donald lived a life defined by hard work, family, and a lifelong passion for automobiles and sports.
He is survived by his children, Jeffrey R. Zimmers, Don C. Zimmers, and Diana Marie Banks; his grandchildren, Brittany Zimmers, Jason Zimmers, Jeanne...
Ronald G. Johnson Sr.
Jun 27, 2026
Ronald G. Johnson Sr., age 86, of Dayton, Ohio passed away on June 27, 2026. He was born on April 17, 1940 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Corbie and Bertie Johnson. Ronald proudly served in the United States Army. He was an owner and operator of Ron's Parking in Downtown Dayton. He was also the owner and operator of...
David Meldrum
Jun 27, 2026
David Meldrum, age 46 of Beavercreek, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026. He was born January 10, 1980 the son of David Meldrum and Elsie Price.
David's greatest passion was his family, especially his beloved daughters, Ella and Lila. He worked as an HVAC Technician and found joy in skating with the Dayton Boyz, attending custom car shows, fishing, and cheering...
Thomas Patrick "Tom" Ryan
Jun 26, 2026
Thomas Patrick "Tom" Ryan, age 60, of Beavercreek, passed away June 26, 2026. Tom was born in Dayton, Ohio on February 1, 1966 to Nancy and the late Thomas Ryan.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Timothy Ryan; as well as his partner, Marilyn.
He is survived by mother, Nancy Ryan; sister, Erin (John) Eifert; son, George (Pepper) Ryan,...
George W. Evans, Jr.
Jun 26, 2026
George W. Evans, Jr. (“Georgie”), passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio, at the age of 67. Born on October 31, 1958, in New Carlisle, Ohio, George was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life touched the hearts of everyone who knew him.
Throughout his years, George stood as a pillar of strength and kindness...
Johnny “John” Leo Carrell
Jun 26, 2026
Johnny “John” Leo Carrell, age 81, of Tipp City, Ohio, entered eternal rest with his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 26, 2026.
John was born on October 23, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio, to John and Irma (Sherwood) Carrell. He graduated from Beavercreek High School in Beavercreek, Ohio, and he attended Miami University.
He married Lawanda (Gardner) Carrell on November 4, 1989....
Norbert Joseph Brandt
Jun 26, 2026
Norbert Joseph Brandt, age 70, passed away on June 26, 2026.
He was born in November 1955 and proudly served in the United States Coast Guard from 1975 to 1979, earning an Honorable Discharge for his dedicated service.He was a deeply loved brother and a devoted father‑figure and grandfather who built his family through love, not just blood. His steady presence,...
Zada Arlene Elam
Jun 26, 2026
Zada Arlene Elam, (maiden name: Rich), passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on June 26, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio, at the age of 71. Born on March 8, 1955, in Dayton, Zada’s life was a testament to the enduring strength of family, love, and community.
Zada’s journey began in Dayton, where she was welcomed into the world by her parents,...
Kwang Sin
Jun 25, 2026
Kwang Sin, born on September 8, 1952, in South Korea, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, in Dayton. Throughout his seventy-three years, Kwang embodied a spirit of dedication, warmth, and resilience, leaving a legacy of love and strength to his family and those who knew him.
Kwang’s journey began in South Korea, where his formative years shaped a strong character...
Franklin B. Wood, Jr.
Jun 25, 2026
Franklin B. Wood, Jr., of Miamisburg, Ohio, passed away on June 25, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on May 23, 1962, in Dayton, Ohio, Franklin spent a lifetime marked by diligence, dedication, and devotion to his loved ones and community.
Franklin’s career was characterized by a strong work ethic and adaptability. He began his professional journey operating a printing...
Emelia Parker
Jun 24, 2026
Emelia Irene Parker, 77, passed away peacefully after a courageous journey with cognitive decline and cancer. She was born on August 20, 1948, to William and Julia (Hammond) Marcellino and grew up in Northern Virginia.
After graduating from high school, Emelia attended Ohio University, where she earned undergraduate degrees in Russian and History. It was there, in Chinese language class, that...
Larry Lee Jellison
Jun 24, 2026
Larry Lee Jellison, age 76, of Beavercreek, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend whose memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.
Larry was born on May 21, 1950, in Portland, Indiana, to John W. Jellison and Mary Helen A. Jellison. He grew up in...
Gloria Jean Tackett
Jun 24, 2026
Gloria Jean Tackett, née Kiser, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, in Beavercreek, having lived a life marked by devotion, love, and steadfast faith. Born on October 22, 1945, in Kentucky, Gloria’s life was rooted in her strong family bonds and unyielding Christian faith.
From her earliest days, Gloria embodied kindness and commitment. On March 15, 1965, she married her...
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