Obituaries

Dallas Matthew Copeland

Dallas Matthew Copeland

Aug 8, 2024

Dallas Matthew Copeland, beloved son, caring brother, and cherished friend, passed away unexpectedly on August 8, 2024, in Dayton, Ohio. Born on October 30, 2012, in Kettering, Ohio, Dallas brought joy and light to all who knew him.

Dallas was a vivacious boy with an outgoing personality. He never met a stranger, always offering kind and positive words to everyone he...

Michael Robert Slezak

Michael Robert Slezak

Aug 8, 2024

Michael Robert “Mike” Slezak, age 69, of Lockbourne, Ohio, passed away on August 8, 2024. He was born in Sacramento, California on April 29, 1955 to the late Robert Slezak and Charlene Slezak. 

Michael is survived by his wife of 3 ½ years Susan Slezak; children Jason Slezak, Jodi Bernowski, Katie Brown, and Jennifer (Adam Sherman) Slezak; sisters Debbie Revier, Patty...

Mary Katherine Fisher

Mary Katherine Fisher

Aug 8, 2024

Mary Katherine "Mary Kay" Fisher, age 94 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, August 8, 2024.

Mary Kay was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Fisher, Sr.; infant daughter, Helen Marie Fisher; mother, Catherine (Distelzweig) Krebs; father, Albert J. Krebs; brothers, James (Jean) Krebs, John Krebs, Albert (Helen) Krebs, and Robert (Rosemary) Krebs; sister,...

William "Alex" Sams

William "Alex" Sams

Aug 7, 2024

William “Alex” Sams, age 51, of Clayton, Ohio passed away on August 7, 2024. He was born in Topeka, Kansas to Wilma Sams and the late William Sams. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his Mammy and Pappy and his cousin Amber Zornes. 

He is survived by his mother, Wilma Sams; fiancé Shannon Fleet; sister Leeanna...

Beverly A. Jones

Beverly A. Jones

Aug 7, 2024

Beverly Ann Jones was born on October 10, 1942. She went to be with her Heavenly family on August 7, 2024. Beverly is preceded in death by her mother and father, Ardena and Floyd Houtz; her brother, Roger Houtz; and two grandsons, Justin Feldmanis & Dominic Azzarello.

Beverly is survived by her husband of sixty three years, Larry F. Jones; two...

Virgie Kathrine Stamps

Virgie Kathrine Stamps

Aug 7, 2024

Virgie Katherine Stamps, age 73, of Dayton, passed away on August 7, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, David & Polly Conrad. She was born on March 2, 1951, one of thirteen children.

She was a loving mother, grandmother & great-grandmother. Kathy was an avid antique collector, was employed at Taylor Communications, and loved spending time with her...

Karen Sue "Susie" Peaco

Karen Sue "Susie" Peaco

Aug 7, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Karen Sue "Susie" Peaco, a beloved soul who brought light and love to all who knew her. Susie was born on February 22, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, and it is where she peacefully departed on August 7, 2024, surrounded by the affection of her cherished family.

Susie spent many joyful years working at...

Ensley Samone White

Ensley Samone White

Aug 7, 2024

With great sorrow, the White family announces the passing of Ensley Samone White, age 4, of Tipp City, Ohio, on August 7, 2024. Ensley was born on March 23, 2020 to Sara and Eric White in Dayton, Ohio. 

In her four short years, Ensley embodied strength, resilience, and a fighting spirit that astounded family, friends, and medical staff alike. She was...

Rickey D. Lewis

Rickey D. Lewis

Aug 7, 2024

Rickey D. Lewis, 68, passed away on August 7, 2024. Loving brother of Jerry (Lisa) Lewis, Elmer "Buck" (Mary) Lewis and Carol (Dale) Impson, loving grandfather of Logan Lewis and adored life partner of Linda Lewis. He is also survived my many nieces, nephews and friends. 

Rickey was preceded in death by his son Dean N. Lewis and parents Elmer and...

Doris E. Vance

Doris E. Vance

Aug 7, 2024

Doris E. Vance, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away surrounded by her family, on August 7, 2024, in Huber Heights, Ohio. She was born on January 25, 1937, in Clintwood, Virginia, to the late Robert and Maxie Bunch. In addition to her parents, Doris was preceded in death by her son, David Powers; brother, Don Bunch; and four loves.

Doris...

Martin Leroy "Marty" Beck

Martin Leroy "Marty" Beck

Aug 6, 2024

It is with profound heart pain and sorrow to announce that Martin Leroy (Marty) Beck, age 80 of Beavercreek, passed away on 6 August, 2024 of natural causes at Soin Medical Center, Beavercreek, Ohio. Martin was born in York, Pennsylvania on 6 July 1944 to the late Irene Beck. 

Marty was preceded in death by his mother, brother Richard Beck, and...

Morris Eugene Kemper

Morris Eugene Kemper

Aug 6, 2024

Morris Eugene Kemper, age 83, of Dayton, passed away August 6, 2024. Morris was born in Dayton, Ohio on October 20, 1940 to the late Birchel and Mildred Kemper. 

Morris is preceded in death by his parents; wife of 49 years, Martha Kemper and his brother, Thomas Kemper.

He is survived by daughter, Marcia (James) Kellems; son, Mike (Andrea) Kemper; grandchildren, Heath...

James D. Wentz

James D. Wentz

Aug 6, 2024

James D. Wentz, age 87 of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Siena Woods Care Center. He was born November 29, 1936 in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Ray and Mildred (O' Haver) Wence. 

Jim served in the US Navy, where he learned the trade of electrician. After leaving the service, he began working for AMF Bowling for 25...

Doris J. Landis

Doris J. Landis

Aug 6, 2024

Doris J. Landis, age 82 of Dayton, Ohio passed away August 6, 2024. She was born April 24, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio daughter of the late Leonard and Wilma (Shellabarger) Landis Sr.

Doris attended E.J. Brown Elementary School and was a 1960 graduate of Colonel White High School. In her early years she was a member of Fort McKinley Church of...

Anna Mae DeBoard

Anna Mae DeBoard

Aug 6, 2024

Anna Mae DeBoard, age 99 of Medway, Ohio passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024. She was born April 13, 1925 in Wheelersburg, Ohio daughter of the late Denny and Olga (Roark) Hensley.

Anna was loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Growing up she was an athlete playing in several sports. She worked several jobs over the...

Elizabeth Louise Isbel

Elizabeth Louise Isbel

Aug 5, 2024

Elizabeth Louise Isbel, age 100 of Washington Twp., passed away Monday, August 5, 2024. She was born April 29, 1924 in Dayton, Ohio the daughter of the late Earl and Lelah Shurts. Elizabeth started her career working as a secretary at Wright Patterson Air Force Base during the World War II era. She continued working as a secretary for 25...

Mae Marcum

Mae Marcum

Aug 5, 2024

Mae Marcum, age 90, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on August 5, 2024. She was born on January 16, 1934 in Keith, Kentucky to the late Luther Shoemaker and Jeanetta Shoemaker-Sparks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her granddaughter Chelsie Marcum. 

 

Mae is survived by her husband of 69 years Edgar “Ted” Marcum; daughter Cathy (David)...

William E. Jobes

William E. Jobes

Aug 5, 2024

William E. Jobes, known to all as Bill, passed away on August 5, 2024. He was born on September 24, 1955 to the late Buddy & Maxine Jobes. He served his country proudly and retired from the United States Navy. After retiring from his military career, he continued to work for the Dept. of Defense at Wright Patterson AFB. 

In his...

Martha "Denise" Arndts

Martha "Denise" Arndts

Aug 5, 2024

Martha "Denise" Arndts, age 68 of Dayton, Ohio passed away on August 5, 2024. She was born January 25, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio daughter of the late Eugene and Carlene (Parker) Lewis.

Denise was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She loved being outside in nature, feeling the breeze on her, listening to the sounds around her,...

Karen L. Smith

Karen L. Smith

Aug 4, 2024

Karen L. Smith, age 63 of Dayton, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2024 at Miami Valley Hospital. She was born February 17, 1961 in Centerville, Ohio the daughter of Wilbur and Dorothy Lang.

Karen had an outstanding career in retail management at Elder Beerman's for 14 years. She then decided to pursue a career in education, graduating with honors from Wright...

About Us

Obituaries page is a collection of obituaries for Dayton, Ohio. With services throughout the state that are updated regularly. Find local Dayton, Ohio obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring lives and legacies.

Recent obituaries for Dayton, Ohio