Obituaries

Douglas Harlow

Douglas Harlow

May 26, 2025

Douglas Warren Harlow passed away peacefully on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, surrounded by family, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. He was 74.Doug was born on October 13, 1950, to Mary Katherine Harlow (née Keith) and Warren Maxwell Harlow, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Nancy Jane...

Desiree Keith

Desiree Keith

May 26, 2025

Desiree Keith, age 42 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 26, 2025. She was born January 15, 1983 in Dayton, Ohio daughter of Daniel and Jo Ann Keith.

Desiree was a loving and devoted mother, daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt, niece, and friend. She had a passion for drawing, reading, diamond painting, and...

Nora "Sue" Williams

Nora "Sue" Williams

May 26, 2025

Nora "Sue" C. Williams, age 82 of Vandalia, Ohio passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 26, 2025. She was born October 9, 1942 in Eagan, Tennessee daughter of the late Kermit and Juanita Collins.

Sue was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She enjoyed being in the backyard gardening, feeding the...

Donald T. Hess Sr.

Donald T. Hess Sr.

May 26, 2025

Donald “Don’ Hess, 94, sadly left our world on May 26, 2025. He and his wife of 70 years, Patricia Hess resided in West Milton Ohio. Donald was a graduate of Chaminade Julienne High School. He served his country in the Navy. Donald worked at Harris Thomas Drop Forge for 25 years before retiring. Donald and Patricia had 5 children....

Pierina "Rita" Santoro

Pierina "Rita" Santoro

May 26, 2025

Pierina "Rita" Santoro, age 90, passed away May 26, 2025. Pierina was born in Italy on June 10, 1934 to the late Rosario and Clara Andreassi.

Rita was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Warren Santoro.

She is survived by sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

There will be a graveside at 10:00am on Thursday, June 26, 2025...

Thomas "Tuck" Joseph Mantia

Thomas "Tuck" Joseph Mantia

May 25, 2025

Thomas “Tuck” Mantia passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025 after a brief battle with liver cancer. Tuck was born on August 18, 1945 in Dayton, Ohio to Thomas and Lucille Mantia.

Tuck loved his family, enjoyed grilling a steak, and loved to tinker. He was a good husband and father.

Tuck will be remembered for his numerous hobbies from owning and...

Allen W. Longstreath

Allen W. Longstreath

May 25, 2025

Allen Wayne "Big Al" Longstreath, age 66 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 25, 2025. He was born April 2, 1959 in Dayton, Ohio son of the late Kenneth and Dora (Coon) Longstreath Sr.

Allen was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He attended Stebbins High...

Andrew John Barrett

Andrew John Barrett

May 25, 2025

BARRETT, Andrew John 58, of Beavercreek, Ohio, died on May 25, 2025. Born November 11, 1966, in Dayton, Ohio, he is predeceased by his parents, Ralph and Mary Barrett, his mother-in-law, Candace Gouldburn, his father-in-law, Regnoid Burns, his sister-in-law, Vicki Barrett, and his best friends Fireball, Ralphie, Rudy, Oliver, Mollie, and Buckshot.

Andrew was the most genuinely good-hearted person one could...

Paul Nadolski

Paul Nadolski

May 25, 2025

Paul Nadolski, age 76 of Franklin, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025. He was born March 29, 1949 in Buffalo, New York the son of the late Alphonse and Rita Nadolski. He graduated from Lancaster High School in Lancaster, New York and earned his associates from State University of New York at Fredonia. He had a lifelong passion for music,...

Michael Konicki Jr.

Michael Konicki Jr.

May 25, 2025

Michael Konicki Jr., age 50, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025. He was born on June 18, 1974 in Dayton, OH to the late Bonnie Lou and Michael Konicki Sr.

Michael was a kind and caring family man. He loved spending time with his wife and daughters. Michael enjoyed camping, fishing and family movie nights. He will be deeply missed...

Debra "Debbie" Shanahan

Debra "Debbie" Shanahan

May 25, 2025

Debra "Debbie" Shanahan, age 75 of Huber Heights, Ohio went to be with the Lord on May 25, 2025. She was born September 9, 1949 in Logan, West Virginia daughter of the late Gerald and Mildred Wells.

In addition to her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Terrence Shanahan; and brothers, Roger Kent Wells and...

Rachael Rockwell-Harvey

Rachael Rockwell-Harvey

May 25, 2025

Rachael Rockwell-Harvey, born on April 6, 1995, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on May 25, 2025, in Marysville, Ohio-though she called Dayton home. She was a cherished individual who touched the lives of all who knew her, and her legacy will continue to resonate in the hearts of her family, friends, and colleagues.

Rachael earned her Bachelor’s degree in...

Billy H. Mays

Billy H. Mays

May 25, 2025

Billy H. Mays, passed away on May 25, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 24, 1948, in Harlan County, Kentucky, Billy lived a life marked by kindness, laughter, and a deep love for those around him.

After devoting over 30 years of his career to General Motors as a Supervisor, Billy earned the respect and...

Karen Escalona

Karen Escalona

May 25, 2025

Karen Escalona, age 66 of Huber Heights, passed away on May 25, 2025 at The UI Methodist Hospital after a long battle of ILD. Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Fran VanBoven. She is survived by her loving husband, Hector Escalona; her daughter and son-in-law, Heather and Bob Scott; her grandson, Logan Scott; her great-granddaughter, Dixie...

Keith Douglas Mumma

Keith Douglas Mumma

May 25, 2025

Keith Douglas Mumma "Doug", born on May 27, 1962, in Springfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on May 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. He was a cherished son, father, brother, and grandfather who touched the lives of many with his kind and caring nature.

Doug dedicated 18 years of his professional...

Beverly A. Madewell

Beverly A. Madewell

May 25, 2025

Beverly A. Madewell, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio. She was born on June 21, 1949, in Franklin, Ohio, to the late Robert Cox and Norma Whitecamper.

Beverly was a dedicated Sunday school teacher for approximately 20 years, sharing her love for learning and faith with countless children. She was known for her silly sense of humor...

Ronald Scott "R.J." Sticka, Jr.

Ronald Scott "R.J." Sticka, Jr.

May 24, 2025

Ronald Scott Sticka, Jr., affectionately known to friends and family as "R.J.", left this world far too soon on May 24, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio. Born on February 18, 2003, in Xenia, Ohio, Ronald was a beacon of light through his explosive personality, kindness, and unwavering faith.

From an early age, Ronald exhibited a passion for automobiles and a deep love...

Angelina Marie "Angie" Dichito

Angelina Marie "Angie" Dichito

May 24, 2025

Angelina Marie “Angie” Dichito, age 74, of Jamestown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025. Angie was born in Dayton, Ohio on December 24, 1950 to Ralph and Rosa Dichito.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Angie is lovingly remembered by her children, Adam Richards, Anthony Richards, and Amanda Richards; her grandchildren, Dallas Anderson and Violet Booze; her brothers,...

Lisa A. Mitchell

Lisa A. Mitchell

May 24, 2025

Lisa A. Mitchell, born on July 17, 1969, and known affectionately for her vibrant spirit, passed away on May 24, 2025. Lisa was the greatest mother of all time, a devoted daughter, and a loving sister, leaving behind a legacy that has touched the lives of many. She is survived by her two cherished sons, Christopher Mitchell and Brennan Kohler,...

Jacqueline Faye "Jackie" Trick

Jacqueline Faye "Jackie" Trick

May 24, 2025

Jacqueline Faye Trick, affectionately known as Jackie, left this world peacefully and went to be with her Lord on May 24, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 27, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Jack and Martha Cross, she dedicated her life to her family, faith, and service to others.

Jackie was a cherished...

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