Obituaries
Paul John Hickey
Feb 28, 2026
Paul John Hickey, born on March 11, 1948, in a world where his laughter and stories would bring joy to many, passed away in hospice care on February 28, 2026. A man renowned for his warmth, sense of humor, and infectious jollity, Paul touched the lives of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
A proud member of the very...
Dorothy "Dot" Tomlinson Gerwing
Feb 27, 2026
Dorothy "Dot" Tomlinson Gerwing, age 95, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026. She was born on August 9, 1930, in Dayton, Ohio, to Thomas and Mildred Conley.
Dorothy worked for many years at Drury Printing Company and later retired from the printing industry. She was also a devoted and active member of her church, Corinth Presbyterian, where she faithfully served...
Penelope "Penny" J. Walters
Feb 27, 2026
Penelope "Penny" Jean (Gamble) Walters, age 65 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully at her residence on February 27, 2026. She was born October 15, 1960 in Dayton, Ohio. Daughter of the late Gilbert and Bertha (Spencer) Gamble.
In addition to her parents, Penny was preceded in death by her husband of 33 years, Arvil Clyde Walter Jr; brothers, Bruce Gamble,...
William (Billy) Stump
Feb 26, 2026
Billy Stump, a beloved father, son, and sibling, passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 38. Born on March 21, 1987, Billy was a man of few words, yet what he said resonated deeply with those fortunate enough to know him. He was a steadfast presence in the lives of his children, Allison, Kenneth, and Riley, embodying...
John David Waymire
Feb 25, 2026
John David Waymire, age 54 of Dayton, Ohio went to be with the Lord on February 25, 2026. He was born April 4, 1971 in Dayton, Ohio.
John was a loving and devoted spouse, son, father, grandfather, nephew, and friend. He was an avid Star Wars fan. John loved to travel with his family, going to the movies, and going to...
Darrell Severn
Feb 25, 2026
Darrell Severn, age 77 of Dayton, Ohio passed away February 25, 2026. He was born October 29, 1948 in Dayton, Ohio. Son of the late Jefferson and Bonnie (Ramsey) Severn.
Darrell was a longtime faithful member of North Dayton Baptist Church. He served as a Sunday School Teacher, Lay Minister, and volunteered his ministry to the nursing home in which he...
Phyllis Watkins Creech
Feb 25, 2026
Phyllis Watkins Creech, a beloved matriarch and faithful servant of the Lord, went to be with Jesus on February 25, 2026, at the age of 92, in Dayton, Ohio. Born on April 6, 1933, in Bath County, Kentucky, Phyllis lived a life marked by unwavering devotion to her family and an enduring commitment to her faith.
For 24 years, Phyllis dedicated...
Linda Duckwall Fuchs
Feb 24, 2026
Linda Duckwall Fuchs, passed away on February 24, 2026 at Hospice of Miami County. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Alice Bodiker Duckwall, and her husband, Carl D. Fuchs.
Linda is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Amy and Phil Clark; her son, Weston Fuchs; and her grandchildren, Autumn, Rachel, and Jared. She also leaves behind her...
Carma E. Barker
Feb 24, 2026
Carma E. Barker, born on January 28, 1963, Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away on February 24, 2026. Carma was a vibrant and loving presence in the lives of all who knew her, well-regarded for her fun-loving spirit and great sense of humor. A nurturing mother, she balanced an exceptional ability to be both loving and stern when necessary, showcasing a feisty...
Ethel Fleming
Feb 24, 2026
Ethel Fleming, age 87, of Dayton, passed away February 24, 2026. She was born November 15, 1938 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Clifton and Bertha Barnett. In addition to her parents, Ethel was preceded in death by her husbands: Henry Gilbert Ray, Sr., Linville Jenkins and David Fleming; children: Linda Sue Ray Murdock, Brenda Jenkins, Henry Gilbert Ray Jr...
Frances Pannucci Noto
Feb 23, 2026
Frances Pannucci Noto, a spirited and feisty individual who touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on February 23, 2026, in Beavercreek, Ohio. Born on January 3, 1936, in New York, NY, Frances lived a life full of passion and creativity, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew her.
Frances devoted many years to her career...
Rochelle B. Ellis
Feb 23, 2026
Rochelle B. Ellis, a devoted wife, mother, sister and friend, a vibrant spirit who brought joy to everyone around her, was born on May 22, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio. She passed away on February 23, 2026, in Englewood, Ohio. Her life, filled with love, laughter, and a remarkable zest for life, will be cherished in the hearts of all who...
Hazel V. Kessler (Sowards)
Feb 23, 2026
Hazel Viola Kessler passed away on February 23, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on November 13, 1936, in Dayton, Ohio, she remained a lifelong resident of the city she proudly called home.
Hazel was an intelligent and spirited woman who loved anything that kept her mind sharp. Crossword puzzles and word hunts were among her favorite pastimes, and she...
Charles A. Riedinger
Feb 23, 2026
Charles A. Riedinger, "Charlie," a beloved member of the community and dedicated family man, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, in Miami Township, Ohio, at the age of 87. Born on March 26, 1938, Charles lived a life marked by kindness, talent, and a deep commitment to service.
A proud graduate of the University of Dayton, where he earned a...
William M. "Bill" Alexander
Feb 23, 2026
William M. "Bill" Alexander, age 74, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away February 23, 2026.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1530 North James H. McGee Boulevard, Dayton, Ohio. A memorial service will begin at 1:00 pm.
A full obituary is being prepared and will be...
Della May Wright
Feb 23, 2026
Della "Nani" May Wright, age 91 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026. She was born February 1, 1935 in Washington Courthouse, Ohio. Daughter of the late Bill and Edna Forsha.
Della was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She had a passion for playing Bingo, going to the...
William Herman Northern
Feb 23, 2026
William Herman Northern, born on November 6, 1937, in Threelinks, Kentucky, was a gentle soul who departed this life peacefully surrounded by family on February 23, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. He lived a full and remarkably varied life, a testament to his caring and generous nature.
From the very beginning, William demonstrated a remarkable work ethic. His career spanned several endeavors,...
Edith Lockhart
Feb 23, 2026
Edith Lockhart, born on March 29, 1940, passed away on February 23, 2026.
Edith is survived by her children, Sherry (Tim) Philbeck, Albert Lockhart, and Thomas Lockhart. She will be fondly remembered by her grandchildren, Robert (Amy) Philbeck, Brad Philbeck, Nicholas (Jessica) Philbeck, Thomas (Amber) Philbeck, Edith Philbeck, Timothy (Jennifer) Philbeck, April (Derrell) Henderson, Albert Lockhart III, Aaron Lockhart, Chad Lockhart,...
Dora E. Jones-Hardrick
Feb 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dora Elizabeth Jones-Hardrick, who left this world peacefully on February 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 29, 1942, in Metter, Georgia, Dora graced the lives of many with her vibrant spirit and warm-hearted personality.
A proud graduate of Roosevelt High School, Dora's thirst for knowledge led...
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