Obituaries
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,...
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...
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...
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...
Sondra Kay Taylor
Sep 14, 2026
Sondra Kay Taylor, age 65, of Beavercreek, Ohio, passed away on September 14, 2026. She was born on January 23, 1961, in Kettering, Ohio, to William and Barbara Shemwell.
Sondra devoted many years of her career to working as an office manager for a local glass company. Strong, independent, and selfless, she lived life on her own terms and cared deeply...
Stephanie E. Hancock
Sep 14, 2026
Stephanie E. Hancock, born March 11, 1977, passed away unexpectedly on September 14, 2026.
Stephanie was a 1995 graduate of Bellbrook High School. In her younger years, she loved to swim and took part in many sports, and during high school she was a cheerleader. She later completed cosmetology school and worked for a time as a nail technician. After moving...
Katherine M. Whitt
Sep 14, 2026
Katherine Marie Whitt, lovingly known as Kate, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Dayton in Dayton, Ohio, on September 14, 2026. She was 85.
Kate was born on March 17, 1941, in Dayton, Ohio, to Charles and Martha Boyce. She was known for being funny, whitty, and very outgoing. Her good sense of humor stayed with her throughout her life and...
Paul "Denny" Ashworth
Sep 14, 2026
In Loving Memory of Paul Denzil Ashworth
Paul Denzel Ashworth passed away on September 14th, 2026 at the age of 92.
Born in Charleston, West Virginia, Denny, as he was known by all who loved him, was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Beverly Ashworth, and his parents, Hazel Kiser and Bill Kiser.
He is survived by his son, DJ...
Ellen R. Collins
Sep 14, 2026
Ellen R. Collins, 78, passed away on September 14, 2026.
Ellen built a life around learning, athletics, adventure, and family. She graduated from Garden City High School and went on to earn her undergraduate Degree from the University of Dayton and a Masters of Education from Trent State. She worked as a teacher in many different schools, and she took particular...
Desree' "Des" Y. Long
Sep 13, 2026
Des Long, born in Johannesburg, South Africa, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, at the age of 89.
Des's early life was marked by resilience. Her father passed away when she was young, and she lost her mother as well while still a teenager. She and her older sister, Myrna, moved into a YWCA, where they took care of themselves...
Dianna Rae Floyd
Sep 13, 2026
In Loving Memory of Dianna Rae Floyd
August 4, 1963 – September 13, 2026
Dianna Rae Floyd, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Born on August 4, 1963, she lived a life full of deep love, grace, and dedication to her family, who meant the world to her.
Dianna’s life was anchored by her unwavering faith in God. Her...
Mary M Woods
Sep 13, 2026
Mary M. Woods, born Mary M. Stone, went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 13, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. She was born on October 2, 1948, in Fort Mountain, Tennessee, and carried through her life a devotion to family, faith, and quiet daily care that left a lasting mark on those around her.
Mary worked as a pharmacist...
Carolyn S. Orr
Sep 13, 2026
Carolyn S. Orr, (maiden name: Gray), was born on July 11, 1948, in Cincinnati, Ohio, and passed away on September 13, 2026, in Hamilton, Ohio, surrounded by the love of her family. She is now reunited with her late husband, Leonard "Tommy", the love of her life, and with her beloved granddaughter Ashley, along with many other cherished relatives who...
Joseph J. Perisie
Sep 12, 2026
Joseph John Perisie, known to many as Joe, passed away suddenly on September 12, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. He was born on October 11, 1974, at Wurtsmith Air Force Base in Michigan.
Joe graduated from Stebbins High School and went on to work at Goodwill for many years. He was known as a loving and kind man who was also detail...
Vernon Lee Seiker, Sr.
Sep 12, 2026
Vernon Lee Seiker, Sr., age 66, of Beavercreek, passed away on September 12, 2026. Born on December 13, 1959, at Fort Benning, Georgia, he was the son of the late Eugene and Barbara Seiker.
Vernon devoted many years to the HVAC industry and retired from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. He served his country proudly by serving in the National Guard for...
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