Lonnie Napier

Lonnie Napier, age 76, of Waynesville passed away on November 30, 2025. He was born in Hyden, Kentucky on March 4, 1949, to the late Pearl and Ella Napier. In addition to his parents, Lonnie is preceded in death by his loving wife, Bertha, of 57 years and his sister Camsie Couch and brother Clayton. Lonnie was a cherished husband, father, and grandfather.

He is survived by his children, Cheryl (John) Sherriff, Cathy (Todd) Panstingel, Dale (Kim) Napier; grandchildren, Justin (Jessica) Owens, Chelsea (Wyatt) Smith, Rachel (Blaine) Lentz, Brooke (Chad) Mainous, Sara (Aedan Carter) Napier, Blake Panstingel, Sydney Panstingel; great-grandchildren, Jared Owens, Jada Owens, Kara Smith, Jenny Owens, Kendra Smith, Jackie Owens, JR Lentz, JD Lentz, Cash Mainous, Elsie Lentz, Maverick Mainous; brothers, Otis (Sylvia), Roy (Donna), Daniel (Juanita), and Pearl Wayne (Sharon); along with many other family and friends.

In his early years, Lonnie attended Leslie County High School. He would subsequently move to Ohio and went on to work at Ohio Sealer Corporation for 24 years as a shipping and receiving manager before ultimately retiring from the City of Kettering after 22 years of dedicated service.

A man of endless curiosity, Lonnie was always thinking and found joy in tinkering—whether it was fixing something around the house or considering new ideas on how to improve upon existing things. He enjoyed traveling and camping with his beloved wife and family as often as he could.

Lonnie was a pillar of strength and joy for his family. He was always there to support his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, offering wisdom, encouragement, and an unwavering presence that made every moment brighter. In retirement, he embraced each day with gratitude and laughter, finding happiness in the simple pleasures of life and the company of those he cherished most.

Above all, Lonnie will be remembered for his gentle spirit and kind heart. His devotion to his family was unwavering, expressed not only in the big milestones but in the everyday moments of care, patience, and love. He carried himself with quiet strength and compassion, creating a home filled with warmth and belonging. To those who knew him, he was a steady presence—a man whose kindness left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to be part of his life. He will be profoundly missed, but his memory will continue to inspire and bring warmth to all who knew him. Lonnie was a man who showed us all what it means to be truly content and deeply loved.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00AM on Monday, December 8, 2025 at Newcomer Funeral Home, Kettering. Family and friends may visit from 10:00AM until the time of service. Burial will follow at Miami Cemetery, Waynesville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in remembrance of Lonnie’s life to Hospice of Dayton.