Obituaries

Clyde "Nelson" Tharp Sr.

Clyde "Nelson" Tharp Sr.

Sep 17, 2024

Clyde "Nelson" Tharp Sr., a beloved family man who touched the lives of many, passed away on September 17, 2024, at the age of 68 in Dayton, Ohio.

Born on September 9, 1956, in Dayton, Nelson showed an early affinity for creativity and invention, a passion which would lead him to achieve commendable success with 18 patents in mechanical design engineering....

Willis Ratliff

Willis Ratliff

Sep 17, 2024

Willis Ratliff, age 84, of Miamisburg passed away surrounded by his family on September 17, 2024. He was born in Paintsville, Kentucky on October 17, 1939 to the late Cecil and Bernice Ratliff. In addition to his parents, Willis is preceded in death by brothers, Terry Ratliff and Greg Ratliff. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Barbara;...

Maria Theresa Schrader

Maria Theresa Schrader

Sep 16, 2024

Maria Theresa Schrader, age 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 16, 2024, in Centerville, Ohio. Maria was born on March 13, 1936, in Regensburg, Germany to the late Theresa & Josef Hummel.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Peter Rudolf Hermann Schrader of Hamburg, Germany. Maria is survived by her children, Jeffrey Dean Schrader (Veronica Hernandez) and Sonja...

Nancy Lee Alger

Nancy Lee Alger

Sep 16, 2024

Alger, Nancy Lee(Shoemaker)aged 83, passed away Monday, September 16th 2024 due to illness including dementia.

Nancy was a 1959 graduate of West Carrollton High School, played clarinet in both their band and the NCR Old River band. She loved tinkering in the garden and was an avid reader.

She was preceeded in death by her parents, Vada & Grover Shoemaker, husband Earl...

Larry Eugene Lycans

Larry Eugene Lycans

Sep 16, 2024

Larry E. Lycans, age 83, of Hillsboro, Ohio, where he lived with his sister, Carol, and niece, Lori Ann, for many years, passed away on Monday, September, 16, 2024.

He was born on April 16, 1941, in Dehue, West Virginia. Larry always loved working outside in the garden and going out to eat. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jasper...

Marvin Collins Wilmoth

Marvin Collins Wilmoth

Sep 16, 2024

Marvin Collins Wilmoth, 98, passed peacefully into eternity on Monday, September 16th, 2024, in his home in Dayton, Ohio.

Marvin was a veteran of World War II and proudly served in the Navy after enlisting on his 18th birthday.

Marvin was preceded in death by his dear wife of 67 years, Bette; and son, Jeff.

Marvin is survived by his son, Steve Wilmoth;...

Timothy "Tim" W. Chambers

Timothy "Tim" W. Chambers

Sep 16, 2024

Timothy "Tim" W. Chambers, age 66 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully on September 16, 2024. He was born October 21, 1957 in Dayton, Ohio son of the late Claude and Betty Chambers.

Tim was a loving spouse, brother, uncle, and friend. He was an avid Cleveland Browns, Ohio State Buckeyes and the Cincinnati Reds fan. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle...

Rita Manning Boeh

Rita Manning Boeh

Sep 16, 2024

Rita Manning Boeh, age 96 of Centerville, passed away Monday, September 16, 2024 at Bethany Village. She was born November 28, 1927 in Cincinnati, Ohio the daughter of John and Josephine Manning.

Rita was a wonderful wife and mother who enjoyed raising her three children. In her spare time, she loved to play bridge and was a Life Master Bridge Player....

Shawn L. Campbell

Shawn L. Campbell

Sep 16, 2024

Shawn L Campbell, 49 of Dayton OH. Passed away Monday September 16, 2024. Preceded in death by his mother Debra Campbell; grandfather's Ura Campbell & Ernie Rife; grandmother Dorothy Rife, and uncle Ernie Rife jr. Shawn was survived by his father Terry Campbell; brothers Aaron(Jeanelle) and Nathan Campbell, Grandmother Dorothy Campbell; uncles Kenny Campbell, Richie(Therese) Rife; aunt Georgiana Campbell; nieces...

Younita Lopez Hall

Younita Lopez Hall

Sep 15, 2024

Younita Lopez Hall was born on June 11, 1954 in Florence, Alabama to the late Alex Seay Jr. and Lorraine Williams-Seay. She passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the Widow's Home, Dayton, Ohio.

Younita grew up in Besmer, Alabama and graduated from Bradshaw High School. As a young adult she relocated to Detroit, Michigan and attended Ross Medical School...

Joseph Michael Brink

Joseph Michael Brink

Sep 15, 2024

Joseph Michael Brink, 22, passed away unexpectedly on September 15, 2024. Loving son of Michael and Melissa Brink and cherished brother of Victoria Brink and Jessica Brink. Joe is also survived by other family and friends. 

Joe was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Thomas and Jean Brink, maternal grandparents William and Shirlene Hicks and his aunt Laraine Milligan.

Joe's favorite...

Wendell Eugene Ledbetter

Wendell Eugene Ledbetter

Sep 15, 2024

Wendell Eugene Ledbetter, age 88, of Fairborn, passed away on September 15, 2024. He was born in Fayette County, Illinois, on February 15, 1936, the son of the late Rogay R. Ledbetter and Edna L. Ledbetter. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Jean Holmes Ledbetter; and his brother, Ivan Ledbetter. 

Wendell is survived by his beloved Wife,...

Leslie Ann Wylie

Leslie Ann Wylie

Sep 15, 2024

Leslie Ann Wylie, age 45 of Xenia, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024 at home surrounded by her family. She was born September 19, 1978 in Xenia, Ohio the daughter of Larry and Sharon Wylie.

Leslie graduated from Xenia High School in 2001. She attended Greene Inc's Day Program. She enjoyed watching tv and listening to music with her nephew, David....

Kenneth D. Coppess

Kenneth D. Coppess

Sep 15, 2024

Kenneth D. Coppess, of Huber Heights, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024. He was born in Dayton, OH on August 21, 1948 to Thurman and Mary Coppess. 

Kenny was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Delores Coppess.

He is survived by 2 step-daughters: Sheila (Paul) Francis of New Carlisle and Treasa Nuckles of New Carlisle; 4 grandchildren: Anthony Ryan...

Linda Rae Jones

Linda Rae Jones

Sep 15, 2024

Linda Rae Jones, 79, passed peacefully at Cypress Pointe Living Center in Englewood, Ohio Sunday, September 15, 2024 surrounded by love and family. Linda was born in Piqua, OH on February 27, 1945.

Linda was a 1963 Piqua Central High School graduate and attended Dayton School of Practical Nursing where she received her nursing degree. She was an LPN and retired...

Patricia D. Margraff

Patricia D. Margraff

Sep 15, 2024

Patricia Della Margraff, age 72, of Springboro passed away on September 15, 2024. She was born in Dayton on December 3, 1951 to the late Estel and Della Spurlock. In addition to her parents, Patsy is preceded in death by her twin brother, Pat Spurlock and siblings, Mendel Spurlock and Linda Furlong.

She is survived by her loving husband of 38...

Keith Edward Moore

Keith Edward Moore

Sep 14, 2024

Keith Edward Moore, a 70-year-old resident of Kettering, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Born on October 14, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio, to Ivan and Louise (Anna Martha Louise Stanley), Keith graduated from Fairmont East High School in Kettering in 1972. He worked for DESC and the City of Kettering, and enjoyed fishing at local lakes and ponds, often...

Mitchell Thomas Robinson Jr.

Mitchell Thomas Robinson Jr.

Sep 14, 2024

Mitchell Thomas Robinson Jr., age 64 of Centerville, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024. He was born August 20, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio.

Mitchell is survived by his wife, Michelle Robinson; and children, Jayden "Kat" Robinson and MiaBella Robinson. He also leaves behind a host of siblings, nieces, and nephews who will cherish his memory.

He is preceded in death by his...

Larry D. Rowland

Larry D. Rowland

Sep 14, 2024

Larry D. Rowland, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on September 14 2024, at his home in Vandalia, Ohio. Born on December 9, 1941, in Evarts, Kentucky, Larry's journey through life was marked by a devotion to his family and a passion for life's simple joys.

Larry is survived by his loving wife, Wanda Rowland, whose...

Linda Sue Jackson (Strine)

Linda Sue Jackson (Strine)

Sep 14, 2024

Linda Sue (Strine) Jackson of Huber Heights, beloved wife, sister, aunt and friend, passed away on September 14. Born on August 3, 1947, to Betty and Donald Strine, Linda graduated from Belmont High School in 1965. She was a kind and generous spirit who was loved by many. In her younger years, Linda enjoyed bowling, golfing, darting and socializing with...

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