Obituaries

Jill Elaine Riley

Jill Elaine Riley

Dec 24, 2025

Jill Elaine Riley, beloved wife, cherished sister, and dear friend, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at her home in Jamestown, Ohio, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 24, 1967, in Springfield, Ohio, Jill illuminated the lives of all who had the privilege to know her.

Jill dedicated over 30 years of her life to YSI...

Junior E. Rector

Junior E. Rector

Dec 24, 2025

Junior E. Rector, age 96 of Huber Heights, Ohio passed away peacefully with his wife and children by his side on December 24, 2025. He was born April 18, 1929 and grew up in Cookeville, Tennessee son of the late John and Nellie Rector.

Junior was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was...

Edith M. (Franklin) Zinkiewicz

Edith M. (Franklin) Zinkiewicz

Dec 23, 2025

Edith M. (Franklin) Zinkiewicz, age 95, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Born on August 28, 1930, in Livingston, Tennessee, she exemplified a life dedicated to her faith and service to others, reflecting her unwavering devotion to Christ and the community around her.

A long-time resident of Dayton, Ohio, Edith was a faithful member of the Belmont...

Greg Williams

Greg Williams

Dec 22, 2025

Gregory Daniel Williams, age 56 of Waynesville, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025. He was born February 20, 1969 in Columbus, Ohio the son of Danny and Patricia Williams.

Greg was a graduate of Pickerington High School, class of 1987. After high school, he attended Ohio University and Columbus State. Greg was an IT Career Professional, with the bulk of his...

Richard A. Johnson

Richard A. Johnson

Dec 22, 2025

Richard A. Johnson, born on May 16, 1950, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on December 22, 2025, in Kettering, Ohio. He was a devoted husband, cherished family member, and dedicated professional whose contributions touched the lives of many.

Richard graduated from Centerville High School in 1968, laying the groundwork for a successful career that spanned many years at Delco Products. His...

James Robert Schuck

James Robert Schuck

Dec 22, 2025

James R. Schuck, 69, passed away on December 22, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio. Born on April 2, 1956, to Albert and Sylvia Schuck, Jim was a lifelong Dayton resident and a 1974 graduate of Meadowdale High School. He graduated from Sinclair College with an Associate’s Degree in Electronic Data Processing and spent the majority of his career as a Financial...

Estellia Raie Stacy

Estellia Raie Stacy

Dec 22, 2025

Estellia Raie Stacy, age 65 of Miamisburg, passed away on December 22nd, 2025 at 6:18am under the care of family, in her home, at last rejoining her souls other half, her late husband of 43 years, Troy Lee Stacy, to resume the eternity they had promised to each other so long ago.

She was born on December 5th, 1960 to her...

Jerry Welch

Jerry Welch

Dec 22, 2025

Jerry Welch, born on June 17, 1945, in Wilder, TN, passed away on December 22, 2025, in Dayton, OH. A dedicated and valiant 24-year Army veteran, Jerry proudly served his country with two tours in Vietnam along with numerous assignments around the world. His commitment to service was mirrored by his generous spirit and kind heart, traits that endeared him...

Lloyd G. Evans

Lloyd G. Evans

Dec 22, 2025

Lloyd G. Evans, age 71 of Dayton, Ohio passed away December 22, 2025. He was born February 17, 1954 in Dayton, Ohio son of the late Robert and Wanda Cooley.

Lloyd enjoyed fishing, hunting, and being outdoors. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, Lloyd was preceded in death by his brother, Bobby Cooley.

He...

Rachel Osborn

Rachel Osborn

Dec 22, 2025

Rachel Osborn, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, in Fairborn, Ohio. She was born on July 7, 1950, in Lincolnton, North Carolina, to her loving parents, David and Ruth Rutledge, who have since preceded her in death.

Rachel's life was a testament to her compassionate spirit and unwavering commitment to helping others. Over the years, she touched countless lives through...

David Oertel

David Oertel

Dec 21, 2025

David Albert Oertel, 87, of Centerville, OH, passed away on December 21, 2025. He was born July 15, 1938 in Cumberland, IN, to the late Arthur William and Agnes Sophia Buesking Oertel. David was a graduate of Warren Central High School and Ball State University.

A loving husband to Susan Judith Oertel, David was a pillar of strength and support for...

Cathy L. Cameron

Cathy L. Cameron

Dec 21, 2025

Cathy L. Cameron, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on December 21, 2025, in Vandalia, Ohio, at the age of 73. Born on July 28, 1952, in Norton, Virginia, Cathy lived a life marked by her caring nature, loving spirit, and unwavering dedication to helping others.

Cathy spent 55 wonderful years with her husband, Ronald Cameron, creating memories...

Margie R. Lingo

Margie R. Lingo

Dec 21, 2025

Margie R. Lingo, a cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, in Kettering, Ohio, at the age of 94. Born on May 2, 1931, in Celebrity, Kentucky, Margie enjoyed a fulfilling life dedicated to her family and career.

For 50 years, Margie made a significant impact as a cosmetologist, bringing beauty and joy to many through...

Thomas G. Velkoff

Thomas G. Velkoff

Dec 21, 2025

Thomas Gerald “Tom” Velkoff, age 74, of Dayton, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on December 21, 2025, in Kettering, Ohio. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, entering into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ.

Tom was born on August 3, 1951, in Dayton, Ohio. He lived most of his life in the Dayton area, where...

Jean Parker

Jean Parker

Dec 21, 2025

Retta E. “Jean” Parker, born on May 18, 1944, in Davidson, TN, left this world on December 21, 2025, in Dayton, OH. She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, whose vibrant spirit and unwavering devotion to her family defined her life. Jean was known for her loving and caring nature, yet those close to her understood that she possessed...

George R. Humerick

George R. Humerick

Dec 20, 2025

George R. Humerick, passed away on December 20, 2025, at the age of 94, in his place of birth, Dayton, Ohio. Born on May 1, 1931, George led a life marked by kindness and humor.

George had a fruitful career in sales, serving as an inside sales representative for over 30 years at Dayton Supply and Tool Company. His work was...

Franklin Morris Helton

Franklin Morris Helton

Dec 20, 2025

Franklin Morris Helton, known to most as Morty, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, entered into Jesus' presence on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on May 20, 1939 in Middletown, Ohio, Morty lived a life brimming with warmth, love, and dedicated service to his family and faith.

Morty was the beloved husband of Phyllis Helton...

Gurney Wayne Moody

Gurney Wayne Moody

Dec 19, 2025

Gurney Wayne Moody, a beloved father, proud grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away on December 19, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, with his loving family by his side. He was born on November 3, 1945, in Johnson City, Tennessee, and lived a life rich in stories, laughter, and love.

Gurney was known for his stubborn spirit but above all, he was a...

Sherry Diane Dahm

Sherry Diane Dahm

Dec 19, 2025

Sherry Diane Dahm, born June 14, 1942, in Maysville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family.

Sherry had a deep faith and trust in Jesus Christ and attended Lifepoint Church in Kettering, Ohio every week for over four decades. Her strong faith, kindness, and generosity were evident to all who knew her....

Pamela Jean Brown

Pamela Jean Brown

Dec 19, 2025

Pamela Jean Brown (nee Richart), age 79, peacefully departed this life on December 19, 2025, ending her several years of struggle with the neurological disease Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Pam was born July 11, 1946, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Eugene and Marjorie Richart (nee Pritchett). She was one of a kind: she loved elephants (with trunks up), Neil...

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