Obituaries
Tonia L. McDaniel
Oct 3, 2026
Tonia L. McDaniel passed away on October 3, 2026, at the age of 77. She was born on October 31, 1948.
Tonia will be remembered as one of the nicest and sweetest people anyone could ever meet. She loved her family deeply and found great joy in spoiling her grandchildren and her faithful companion, Dave. She was a generous person who...
Tory "Mama June" Parsons
Oct 2, 2026
Tory June Parsons (Newsome-Holbrook) known to most as "Mama June" born July 30, 1936 (her birthday most of her life was June 25, 1935 due to a fire at the court house in Wheelright, Kentucky). She left for heaven on October 2, 2026 under the care of Dayton Hospice and her family.
She was proceeded in death by her parent's Melvin...
Joie Lynn Abney
Oct 1, 2026
In Loving Memory of Joie “Jodie” Abney
Joie L. Abney, lovingly known as “Jodie,” was born on August 14, 1961, and passed away on October 1, 2026, in Riverside, Ohio.
Jodie spent many years working as a barber, where he had the opportunity to meet many people and form friendships along the way. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, feeling the freedom of...
James Franklin Compton II
Oct 1, 2026
James Franklin Compton II, of Clayton, Ohio, passed away on October 1, 2026, in Clayton. He was born on November 14, 1964, in Ironton, Ohio.
James was known as a hard-working and dedicated man who took pride in both his work and the things he built with his hands. He worked as a Tool & Die Maker until his retirement, bringing...
Dennis J. Horvath
Sep 30, 2026
Dennis J. Horvath, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on September 30, 2026 at the age of 70. He was born on October 23, 1955, in Dayton, and remained closely connected to the community throughout his life.
Dennis was a highly skilled and creative person, starting out his career in the building trades first learning to make cabinets and remodel bathrooms. Later...
Steve Thorpe
Sep 30, 2026
Steven L. Thorpe, age 73 of Beavercreek, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at Beavercreek Health & Rehab. He was born February 5, 1953 in Dayton, Ohio the son of Gerald and Geraldine Thorpe.
A proud graduate of Fairmont East High School and a retiree of General Motors, Steve's heart was as big as his love for the Bengals and UD...
Connie S. Ellison
Sep 29, 2026
Connie S. Ellison, 78, passed away on September 29, 2026. Born on February 21, 1948, she lived a life marked by warmth, humor, and a gift for connecting with others.
A graduate of Kiser High School, Connie went on to become a longtime employee of Bob Evans, where she worked faithfully until her retirement. She was known for her lively spirit...
Sandra "Sandy" Rule
Sep 29, 2026
Sandra "Sandy" Rule, born October 8, 1943, passed away on September 29, 2026. Sandy was preceded in death by her mother Mary Jane Willsey, father Harold Willsey, and sister Jan Starkey.
She is survived by her loving husband Tom Rule, son Todd Rule (spouse Jennifer); brothers Steve Willsey (spouse Ann), Larry Willsey, Robert "Tim" Willsey (spouse Sue); granddaughters Iya Lewis-Rule and...
Virgil Ray Stanaford
Sep 29, 2026
In Loving Memory of Virgil Ray Stanaford
Virgil Ray Stanaford passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in Eaton, Ohio, cradled in the arms of his nephew and "best boy,” Adam Lyons, and surrounded by many family members who loved him dearly. After a long and hard-fought health battle, Virg entered the arms of his Savior, Jesus, and found the...
Cori L. Clarke
Sep 29, 2026
Cori L. Clarke, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on September 29, 2026, in Dayton. She was born on August 16, 1957, in Northern Highland, California.
Cori worked for Neaton Auto Products for 15 years. She will be remembered as someone who enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, especially going out to eat and shopping. She was a person of faith who...
Joan Lee Hounshell
Sep 29, 2026
Joan Lee Hounshell passed away at her home on September 29, 2026. She was born on September 17, 1950, in Kettering, Ohio.
Joan graduated from Fairmont West High School and went on to build a long and steady career as an insurance agent, a profession she devoted herself to for 45 years. Her working life reflected commitment, consistency, and care.
Outside of...
Richard Sage Merz
Sep 29, 2026
Richard Sage Merz passed away on September 29, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on January 2, 1942, in Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
Richard served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was also a graduate of Fairmont High School. In his working life, he served as a Montgomery County Deputy Sheriff for...
Elouise Deone Anderson
Sep 29, 2026
Elouise Deone Anderson, born on July 12, 1943, in Thomaston, Georgia, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026, at Maria Joseph Living Center in Dayton, Ohio.
Elouise was known for her years of service as a behavioral therapist in Dayton, where she devoted herself to helping others through her work. Her career reflected a steady commitment to care and understanding, and...
Jesse Ryan Furman
Sep 29, 2026
Jesse Ryan Furman, 50, passed away on September 29, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born December 22, 1975, in Xenia, Ohio, Jesse lived with a spirit as memorable as it was generous. He graduated from Springfield South in 1994 and also attended Xenia High School, carrying forward the roots of the communities that shaped him. Jesse was...
Anthony James Corson
Sep 28, 2026
Anthony James Corson, age 42, was taken too soon on September 28, 2026. He was born in Dayton, Ohio to Rhonda Johnson and Tony Corson. He was dedicated to his family and worked really hard for them. He would do whatever was necessary to take care of them. He was a very talented and an accomplished musician, and could play...
Roy Lee Presson
Sep 28, 2026
Roy Lee Presson, age 78, of Trotwood, passed away September 28, 2026. He was born May 24, 1948 in Gary, Indiana to the late Roy Lee and Ethel Presson. In addition to his parents, Roy Lee was preceded in death by his daughter, Jennifer Presson; siblings: Alice Muse, Bob Jurich, Joe Jurich, Brenda Dice, Marty Presson and Ward Jurich; and...
Kristen Lynn "Kris" Helton
Sep 28, 2026
Kristen Lynn "Kris" Helton, age 55, of Xenia, passed away on September 28, 2026.
Following with her wishes, there will be no services held.
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"God saw you were getting tired
and a cure was not to be.
So He put his arms around you
and He whispered...
Joyce D. Short
Sep 28, 2026
Joyce Dale Short, age 79 of Englewood, Ohio passed away peacefully with her family by her side on September 28, 2026. She was born January 24, 1947 in Sparta, Kentucky. The daughter of the late Norman and Agnes Turner.
Joyce was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was an avid animal lover, cherishing her...
Nancy Spencer
Sep 28, 2026
Nancy Ann Spencer, age 78, of Beavercreek, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Hospice of Dayton.
Born on November 26, 1947, in Kettering, Ohio, Nancy lived a life dedicated to helping others through education, volunteerism, and unwavering love for her family.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Erma Brumfiel.
She is survived by her beloved...
Arnold James Rose
Sep 28, 2026
Arnold James Rose, of Vandalia, Ohio, passed away on September 28, 2026, in Vandalia. He was born on April 29, 1938, in Harlan, Kentucky.
Arnold built a long and dedicated working life. He began his career at General Motors, where he worked for 40 years before retiring. After that retirement, he returned to work with the City of Vandalia and continued...
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