Obituaries
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...
Dana Aric Probasco
Dec 22, 2025
Dana Aric Probasco, age 54, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away on December 22, 2025.
Dana was born at Fort Ord, California, and grew up in Kettering, Ohio. He attended Kettering City Schools and graduated from Kettering Fairmont High School, where he was actively involved in athletics, playing football, running track, and wrestling. He later attended Wright State University, earning a degree...
Jeffery L. Fowler
Dec 22, 2025
Jeffery L. Fowler, born on July 16, 1950, in St. Louis, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, in Kettering, Ohio, at the age of 75. Throughout his life, Jeffery worked as a dedicated truck driver, a profession he maintained for many years until his retirement.
Known for his jovial spirit, Jeffery had a personality that embraced humor; he often...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Kathryn L. "Kaye" Norris
Dec 21, 2025
Kathryn L. "Kaye" Norris, age 78 of Kettering, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025. She was born March 16, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio the daughter of the late Etheridge and Georgia Roach.
She is preceded in death by her father, Etheridge Roach; mother, Georgia Roach; son, Ricky Norris; sisters, Charlene, Rosie, Mary Lee, Juanita and Lena.
Kaye is survived by her husband,...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Pamela J. Detamore
Dec 19, 2025
Pamela Jean Detamore, lovingly known as "Pam," was born on July 20, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio. She passed away peacefully at home on December 19, 2025 at the age of 72. Pam's journey through life was marked by a deep commitment to her family, a distinguished career in nursing, and an unwavering dedication to helping others.
For 35 years, Pam worked...
Aiden Ozzy Frazier-Coy
Dec 19, 2025
Aiden Ozzy Frazier-Coy, passed away December 19, 2025. Aiden was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on August 8, 2025 to Andrew Frazier and Kortney Coy.
He is survived by loving mother, Kortney Coy; father, Andrew Frazier; sister, Kyra Coy; as well as his brothers, Noah and Bentley Frazier.
To share a memory of Aiden or leave a special message for his family, please...
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