Obituaries
David Edward Love
Oct 13, 2024
David Edward Love, 71, of Xenia, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 13, 2024. Born on September 21, 1953, David lived a life filled with love, dedication, and a passion for cars and family.
David is preceded in death by his father Russell Love, mother Doris Gay, and stepfather Larry Gay. He is survived by his beloved wife of 48...
Lawrence R. Couch
Oct 13, 2024
Lawrence R. Couch, 76, passed away on October 13, 2024. He is survived by his children Nichole (Gus) Stefanow, William Couch and Debra Couch.
He was preceded in death by his parents William and Lois Couch.
Larry proudly served in the United States Navy for 14 years as a machinist on submarines. He enjoyed working on cars and other mechanical things.
His family...
Andrew C. Brinkley
Oct 13, 2024
Andrew Christopher Brinkley, age 80 of Miamisburg passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024. He was born December 11, 1943 in Bowersville, Ohio the son of the late Andrew Brinkley and Dorothy Lane. He graduated from Chaminade High School and attended Urbana College. Andrew had a career in real estate for many years. Andrew was a real sportsman. He was a...
David C. Lear Jr.
Oct 13, 2024
David C. "Burley" Lear Jr., age 67 of Fort Loramie, Ohio Sunset on October 13, 2024. Sunrise on December 16, 1956 in Bradford, Ohio son of the late David and Helen Lear Sr.
He was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. David was a graduate of Bradford High School Class of 1975. He retired from Piqua Champion...
Juanita Collins
Oct 13, 2024
Juanita Collins, lovingly known as Nita, was born on September 7, 1928, in the quaint town of Rogers, Texas. She departed this world on October 13, 2024, leaving behind a vibrant legacy woven with love, resilience, and an indomitable spirit. Nita's life was marked by her unwavering energy and her ability to light up any room with her smile.
For nearly...
David Alan Young
Oct 13, 2024
David Alan Young, 66, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 13, 2024. Loving husband of Jeanine for 36 years, cherished father of Ede Young, David (Andrea) Young, Jolene Young and Reuben Young, beloved grandfather of Jordan, Nathan, Tristan, Trenton, Alaina and Roman, adored great grandfather of Emi and Mia and proud dog papaw of Abby,...
Tamela J. Arnold
Oct 12, 2024
Tamela J. Arnold, born on January 9, 1959 in Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 12 2024, in Jamestown, Ohio. She was a beloved member of her family and community, known for her kindness and unwavering dedication to the well-being of others.
Tamela had a profound passion for teaching and an innate ability to connect with children. Her career was...
Michael Julius Foley
Oct 12, 2024
Michael Julius Foley passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024 with his loving wife Michele by his side. Michael was born October 8, 1942 in Penns Grove New Jersey to Joseph Patrick Foley and Mildred Louise Cobb. He enjoyed an idyllic childhood with his older sister Patricia and younger brothers Kevin and Christopher, and younger sisters Elizabeth and Louise. Michael graduated...
Daniel Spinks
Oct 12, 2024
Daniel Spinks, 39 of Hilliard, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on October 12, 2024. He was born on September 28, 1985 in Dayton, Ohio.
Daniel was a beloved son, brother, nephew and friend who was devoted to his family and friends. He always looked forward to family gatherings. After graduating from Lakota High School he then went on to the Ohio State...
Kathleen Ivy Hook
Oct 12, 2024
Kathleen Ivy Hook (Dalton), age 72, of Xenia, Ohio, passed away on October 12, 2024, from an unexpected diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. She was born on June 11, 1952, in Oberlin, Ohio.
Kathy was a graduate of Western Reserve High School, class of 1970. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Cedarville College, class of 1975. After college, she...
Christine Cook
Oct 11, 2024
Christine Cook (Marlow), age 74, of Glendale, Arizona, passed away on October 11, 2024. She was born on June 14, 1950 in Oneida, Tennessee, to the late Robert & Ollie Marlow.
Christine was adventurous and loved life. She enjoyed traveling, especially to Las Vegas. She also loved to go to Car Shows, where she and her husband were vendors. Christine was...
William Yohpe
Oct 11, 2024
William Robert Yohpe passed away on October 11, 2024 in Beavercreek Ohio at the age of 73. He was a traveler of the country living in many different states during his life. He was a lover of Nature and loved to sit on his porch and enjoy the scenery and wild life around him. He was born in Chicago on...
Quentel Pearson
Oct 11, 2024
Quentel Monet Pearson was born December 3, 1981 to Douglas Huston and Tanja Landrum.
She leaves to cherish her memories; her father Douglas Huston of Macon, Ga her mother Tanja Landrum of Wellington, Florida. Her grandmother Mattie Woodford. Her children Cierra Mitchum, Mya Pearson, Amaria Hinton, and Shermar Pinkard. Her siblings Douglas Houston Jr (Vanessa), Danielle Freeman, Stephanie Huston, Demetrius Crawford,...
Edith Kaye Zunker
Oct 11, 2024
Edith Kaye Zunker, age 66 of Columbus, passed away Friday, October 11, 2024. She was born February 22, 1958 in Dayton, Ohio the daughter of the late Bishop and Treva Woodyard. Kaye graduated from Fairmont East High School where she was a member of the Track and Cross Country teams. She worked as a care giver and administrator for Integrated...
Wilma Jean Sams
Oct 11, 2024
Wilma Jean Sams, age 74, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on October 11, 2024. She was born on June 9, 1950 in Kentucky to the late JL and Gladys Allen. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband William “Bill” Sams; her son Alex Sams; sisters Brenda, Linda, and Cathy; nieces Amber and Maria; nephew...
Kathleen Lorelle
Oct 11, 2024
Kathleen Lorelle, age 89 of Centerville, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:30 am at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Parish (9579 Yankee Road, Springboro, OH 45066).
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Robert E. Gau
Oct 11, 2024
Robert Eugene Gau, age 83, of Dayton peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on October 11, 2024. He was born in Dayton on October 1, 1941 to the late Jacob and Rosemary Gau. In addition to his parents, Robert is preceded in death by his wife, Ida Gau; brothers, Kenneth Gau, Jacob Gau, Donnie Gau; sister, Vicky Gau; son-in-law,...
Jim Price
Oct 10, 2024
James (Jim) D. Price, 90, born on June 20, 1934 in Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia (Ginny) Price; children, Gerald Price, Bonnie Hogg, Jamie Price and Gina Tankersley; parents, Joseph and Lillian Price; sister, Joann Cencebaugh and granddaughter, Janet Horsely.
Jim’s legacy continues through his...
Margaret Sue Blagg Williams
Oct 10, 2024
Margaret S. Blagg Williams, age 86 of Fairborn, Ohio passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 10, 2024. She was born September 25, 1938 in West Union, Ohio daughter of the late Bruce and Mary Grooms.
Margaret was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She enjoyed going to the beach, fishing, being...
Jerry W. Parker
Oct 10, 2024
Jerry W. Parker, age 81 of Dayton, Ohio passed away and went to be with the Lord on October 10, 2024. He was born January 2, 1943 in LaFallette, TN, son of the late Edgar and Lucille Parker.
Jerry was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He enjoyed fishing, flea marketing, garage sales, and spending...
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