Obituaries
Shaun Michael Hanna
Dec 14, 2023
Shaun Michael Hanna, age 60, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away on December 14, 2023. He was born September 19, 1963 in Mesa, AZ to John and Norma Hanna. Shaun was preceded in death by his father, John Hanna. He is survived by his mother, Norma; children: Joseph (Hailey) and Tabatha; grandchildren: Kylo and Azira; sisters: Christy, Kim, and Cathy; and...
Lagrant "T-Bird" Jaynes
Dec 14, 2023
Lagrant Jaynes, age 67 went to sleep on December 14, 2023. Lagrant was born in Toledo, OH on January 15, 1956, to Nathaniel and Mary Lois Jaynes. Lagrant was a graduate of DeVilbiss High School and attended The Toledo University. He en-listed in the United States Navy in March 1974 and served until he received a medical discharge in 1981....
John W. Mays
Dec 14, 2023
John W. Mays, age 90, of Trotwood, passed away on December 14, 2023. He was born on November 20, 1933 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Patrick and Violet Mays.He retired after proudly serving in the United States Navy for 20 years. He was a Hospital Corpsman throughout his service in the Navy. Some of his duties included teaching and...
Stella Ovalene Wakefield
Dec 14, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Stella Ovalene Wakefield on December 14, 2023 while surrounded by loved ones, at age 80.Stella was preceded in death by her parents Winfred and Vela Bilbrey, her brother Earl Bilbrey, and by her loving and devoted husband Ralph Wakefield.Stella is survived by her children Elaine Young...
Stephen Marc Bastian
Dec 14, 2023
A booming "Steve Bastian, damn glad to meet you!" and a hearty handshake is how friends were introduced to Stephen Marc Bastian, born on June 23, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri, to his beloved mother Mary Elizabeth "Bettie" and Clyde Bastian. During his childhood, a lifelong fascination with aviation began. He graduated from Ridge High School in Basking Ridge, N.J.,...
Steven Ralph Ney
Dec 14, 2023
Steven Ralph Ney, age 63 of Miamisburg, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born October 12, 1960 in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late Ralph and Geraldine Ney.Steven was a 1978 graduate of Miamisburg High School and MCJVS where he took welding. He had numerous hobbies, including showing antique tractors...
Debra Jean Longstreth
Dec 14, 2023
Debra Jean Longstreth, age 67, of Fairborn, passed away December 14, 2023. She was born February 11, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Harold and Billie Jean Longstreth. In addition to her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by her sisters: Denise Longstreth and Ruth Howard.Debbie is survived by her daughter, Denise Wright (Robert Myers); brother, Howard Longstreth (Sherry);...
John Howard Burns
Dec 13, 2023
John Howard Burns "P", age 65, of Beavercreek, passed away at home on December 13, 2023. John was born in Kittanning, Pennsylvania on October 18, 1958 to the late Margaret Annabelle Burns.John is preceded in death by his mother; wife of 40 years, Colleen; and his brothers, Richard Norman and James Sherwood Burns.He is survived his by brother, Robert Eugene...
Charles E. Bunnell
Dec 13, 2023
(This is the obituary of Charles Everett Bunnell as written by Mr. Bunnell and typed by his daughter, Denise Marie (Bunnell) Tye on December 3, 2022.)Charles E. Bunnell, CMSgt, USAF (ret), passed away on December 13, 2023, at Hospice of Dayton. Born October 27, 1941, in Auburn, New York, son of Charles E. and Alice J. (Baker-Armeson) Bunnell, he started...
Donald Malcolm Norsworthy
Dec 13, 2023
Donald Malcolm Norsworthy, age 71 of Miamisburg, passed away onWednesday, December 13, 2023. He was born June 26, 1952 in Columbus,Georgia. Don was the owner and operator of his own company, ProgressiveJanitorial Services, which he ran for over 40 years. Fishing and working in thegarden always brought Don a great deal of peace--his farm was a source ofpride, and he...
John Jemison Stallard
Dec 13, 2023
John Jemison Stallard, 69, passed away peacefully on December 13th, 2023 at Miami Valley Hospital. When he passed, he was surrounded by his family at his bedside. He was born and raised in Northridge, Ohio by his late parents, John and Louise Stallard. John graduated from Northridge High School in 1972. Growing up, John played high school baseball and basketball....
Virginia Knob
Dec 13, 2023
Virginia Knob, age 83 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born October 8, 1940 in Greenup County, Kentucky the daughter of Edward Arnett. She was raised by Edward Arnett and Florence (Cletus) Cox.Virginia was an avid bird watcher and animal lover; hummingbirds and cardinals were among her favorites. She is preceded in...
Barbara Ann Snyder
Dec 13, 2023
Barbara Ann Snyder, nee Bales, age 85 of Centerville, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at Wood Glen Alzheimer's Community. She was born October 5, 1938 in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of the late Willard and Mildred Bales.Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Paul Snyder; and daughter, Kimberly Snyder.Barbara is survived by her...
Ruth May Bidwell
Dec 13, 2023
Ruth May Bidwell, age 97 of Kettering, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at Quaker Heights Nursing Home. She was born May 10, 1926 in Rymer, Ohio, the daughter of the late Theodore and Garcia McBride.Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, S. Kenneth Bidwell; and 3 siblings.Ruth is survived by her children, Steve (Christine...
Mignon Martin
Dec 13, 2023
Ethyl Mignon Martin, age 91, of Champion, Michigan, passed away December 13, 2023. She was born on November 20, 1932 in Fristoe, Missouri to the late Rachel and Ivan Bailey.Mignon is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Henry Martin; daughter, Shelia Crum; son, Sam Miller and son, Ivan Sypolt.She is survived by her brother, Floyd; children, Gene, Kathy (Richard),...
Garnet B. Mullins
Dec 12, 2023
Garnet B. Mullins, age 81 of Fairborn, passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at Soin Medical Center. He was born August 13, 1942 in Redwine, Kentucky, the son of the late Leonard and Ella (Adkins) Mullins.He was a loving husband, dad, and papaw. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved going to church, reading the bible, and sharing...
Viola G. Finn
Dec 12, 2023
Viola G. Finn, age 96, of Dayton, passed away on December 12, 2023. She was born on February 8, 1927 to the late Joseph & Lucille Garcia.Viola is survived by her daughter, Eleanor Al'Adriss; her niece, Cindy Maus (Fred); her nephew, Eric Kubiak (Kelly) and son Nicholas Kubiak.A graveside service will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday, December 20, 2023...
Cheryl Ann Mckinley
Dec 12, 2023
Cheryl Ann McKinley, age 66, of Dayton, passed away December 12, 2023. She was born May 4, 1957 in Dayton, Ohio. Cheryl was preceded in death by her sons: Michael James McKinley and Eric Scott McKinley; and sister, Cathy Mountain.Cheryl is survived by her mother, Carolyn Davis; husband, Paul McKinley; son, Brian McKinley; grandchildren: Stephanie Jennings, Katelynn McKinley and Brian...
Cory Heath
Dec 11, 2023
Cory Taylor Heath, of New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 11, 2023, in Plainview, TX. Cory was born in Albuquerque, NM on June 21, 1996, the oldest of three. He is survived by his father Brad Heath; mother, Anjanette Heath; sister Nadine Heath; brother, Brendan Heath and numerous grandparents, aunts, uncles, and extended family members. Cory grew up...
Billie Dean Back
Dec 11, 2023
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