Obituaries

Trisa D. Wray

Trisa D. Wray

Oct 17, 2024

Trisa D. Wray, age 54, of Washington Township passed away on October 17, 2024. She was born in Dayton on March 5, 1970 to parents, James Thaler and Jenny Wray. Trisa is preceded in death by her father, James Thaler; step-father, Roger Wray; grandmother, Gillian Leach and niece, Trisha Barker and special dog, Rusty.

She is survived by her children, James...

Ova "Benny" J. Sparks

Ova "Benny" J. Sparks

Oct 17, 2024

Ova J. "Benny" Sparks, age 77 of Xenia, Ohio, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024. He was born December 16, 1946 in Lee County, Kentucky the son of Russell and Ila Sparks.

Benny was a member of Spaulding Road Church of God. He loved eating Elsie's cooking and fishing any chance he got. He was devoted to taking care of his...

Jessie Cox

Jessie Cox

Oct 17, 2024

Jessie Cox, age 92 of Huber Heights, Ohio formerly of Fairborn, Ohio passed away peacefully on October 17, 2024. She was born October 7, 1932 in Burkenhead, United Kingdom daughter of the late Alexander and Mary (Joy) Morrow. 

Jessie was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Jessie's pride and joy was her family and she...

Tina Marie Hillard

Tina Marie Hillard

Oct 17, 2024

Tina Marie Hillard, age 48 of Kettering, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024. She was born December 12, 1975 in Charleston, South Carolina the daughter of David and Joanna Wipperman. She graduated from Franklin High School, class of 1994, where she was a member of the marching band. She made marching band cool. Tina Married her high school sweetheart, Jason...

Marcia Kay Hagens

Marcia Kay Hagens

Oct 17, 2024

Marcia Kay Hagens, age 80, Kettering, Ohio, passed away on October 17, 2024. She was born on April 30, 1944 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Esburn and Kathryn Allen. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Hagens Jr.; son Ben Hagens. 

Marcia is survived by her children Bethany (Mark) Schultz, Dawn (Rodney) Wells,...

Dawn Roberts

Dawn Roberts

Oct 17, 2024

Dawn Roberts passed away on October 17, 2024 peacefully in her sleep after a beautiful day of laughter and love with friends and family.

Dawn was born in Cambridge, England on March 6, 1971 to loving parents Kathleen Scruton and Brian McGladdery, and brother Ian McGladdery. Kathleen describes Dawn as a child who enjoyed life and was unphased by anything. Dawn...

Nicholas J. Holmes

Nicholas J. Holmes

Oct 16, 2024

Nicholas James Holmes, affectionately known as Nick, was born on May 20, 1980, in Kettering, Ohio. He left this world unexpectedly on October 16, 2024, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love among his family and friends.

Nick was a person of multifaceted character, often described as ornery and stubborn, yet undeniably a nice guy and a good person...

Connie L. Mitchell

Connie L. Mitchell

Oct 16, 2024

Connie L. Mitchell, age 83, of Riverside, passed away on October 16, 2024, at Miami Valley South Hospital, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on February 12, 1941, the daughter of the late Charles and Reverend Mary Hughes. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Clarence "Junior" Mitchell; and her...

Danny L. Palmer

Danny L. Palmer

Oct 16, 2024



Danny was an extraordinary man and a loving husband, father, Pa, brother and friend. He passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024 at the age of 69 after a seven month battle with a glioblastoma brain tumor. 

He was born on March, 13, 1955 to Cassel and Mabel Palmer in Dayton, Ohio. Even though they attended Walter E. Stebbins High School...

Robert Christian

Robert Christian

Oct 16, 2024

Robert Christian, age 87 of Dayton, passed away October 16, 2024. He was born November 7, 1936 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Beatrice and John Christian.

Robert is survived by his son and daughter-in-law: Jeffrey and Loren; grandson, Alexander; granddaughter, Madeline; numerous nieces and nephews.

Robert served in the Air Force for 23 years and retired as a Master Sergeant. Following...

Lewis M. Samuels

Lewis M. Samuels

Oct 16, 2024

Lt. Col. Lewis M. Samuels, USAF Retired, passed away on October 16, 2024. He was married to the love of his life, the late Nancy L. Samuels, for 59 years. He was a loving husband and father, and he will be dearly missed.

He is survived by his daughter, Sherry Samuels; his son, Gregory (Wendy) Samuels; and his grandson, Andrew.

To share...

Edward J. "Joe" Kremer

Edward J. "Joe" Kremer

Oct 16, 2024

Edward J. Kremer, Jr. “Joe”, age 81 of Moraine, passed away October 16, 2024. He was born on July 14, 1943 in St. Louis, MO to the late Edward J. and Helen M. (Lisch) Kremer. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Virginia Kremer; three sons, Doug (Deana) Kremer, John (Susan) Kremer and James “Howdy” Kremer; grandchildren, Jess...

Charles D. Brandenburg

Charles D. Brandenburg

Oct 15, 2024

Charles D. Brandenburg, 81 of Miamisburg received his wings on October 15, 2024. God saw you were getting tired and your job here on earth was done. 

Dale was a loving husband of 59 years to his wife Janet who passed away in 2021. He was a loving father, grandfather, and a great-grandfather. He loved family gatherings and was a master...

Wanda J. Anderson

Wanda J. Anderson

Oct 15, 2024

Wanda J. Anderson, age 87 of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at Laurels of Kettering. She was born February 21, 1937 in Gainesboro, Tennessee the daughter of Marshall and Gertie Anderson.

She is preceded in death by her son, Bobby Sherrill; Daughter, Deborah Jean Estep; grandson, Dustin Sherrill.

Wanda is survived by her Two Sons, Timothy M. Sherrill, Danny Curtis...

Victor Michael Gonzalez

Victor Michael Gonzalez

Oct 14, 2024

Victor Michael Gonzalez, 23, passed away unexpectedly on October 14, 2024. Loving son of Terra (Dwayne) Jones, cherished brother of Katalina Gonzalez and Jamie Jones, beloved grandson of Elizabeth Allen and adored nephew of Timothy Leach. Victor is also survived by his girlfriend and the soon to be mother of his first child Heather Weaver. 

He was preceded in death by...

Joann Rice Saylors

Joann Rice Saylors

Oct 14, 2024

Joann Rice Saylors (85) of Springboro, Ohio, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth. Born and raised in Bon Aqua, TN, Joann touched many lives with her kind and loving nature.

For 69 wonderful years, Joann shared her life with her devoted husband, creating countless memories filled...

Sharon Loreen Hoyle

Sharon Loreen Hoyle

Oct 14, 2024

Sharon Loreen Hoyle, age 78 of Kettering, peacefully departed this world on Monday, October 14, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born on October 8, 1946, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Robert and Helen Doerfert. 

Sharon graduated from Oakwood High School Class of 1965 and furthered her education by earning her nursing degree from the Dayton School of Nursing...

Timothy B. Foulke

Timothy B. Foulke

Oct 14, 2024

Timothy Blane Foulke, age 68 of Centerville, passed away Monday, October 14, 2024. He was born April 5, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio the son of the late Gerald Foulke and Jacqueline Peoples. 

Tim graduated from Stivers High School and Earned his Master's Degree from the University of Phoenix. Tim had a lifelong passion for technology and made it his career working...

Mary Florence Gray

Mary Florence Gray

Oct 14, 2024

Mary Florence Gray, age 98 of Greene County, passed away Monday, October 14, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born July 13, 1926 in Beverly, Massachusetts the daughter and first born of Carmelo and Maria Ricciardi of Yellow Springs.

Mary was a dedicated homemaker and loving advocate for her children and grandchildren. She worked part time for Dunphy Real Estate...

Barbara Jean Carder

Barbara Jean Carder

Oct 14, 2024

Barbara Jean Carder, age 79 of Dayton, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024. 

She was formerly employed with Otterbein Senior Living community, where she worked in housekeeping, making a positive impact on both residents and staff alike.

Barbara was known for her vibrant personality, marked by a remarkable spirit of stubbornness that often endeared her to those who knew her. Her...

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