Obituaries
Della Grace Wampler
Nov 24, 2025
Della Grace Wampler, 74, of Clayton, Ohio, passed away on November 24th, 2025.
She was born in Springfield, Ohio, on March 2nd, 1951, to Frank Covan Cooper and Betty Ann Griffith. After an adventuresome childhood in Hillsboro, Ohio, she eventually found herself attending the Ohio State University in Columbus, ultimately settling in Dayton, where she raised a family while pursuing a...
Frank E. Dressler
Nov 24, 2025
Frank E. Dressler, a cherished resident of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on November 24, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on August 25, 1949, in Dayton, Frank was known for his great sense of humor, outgoing nature, and unwavering willingness to lend a hand to those in need which led to him volunteering at the Beavercreek Senior Center. He...
Vera Miller
Nov 24, 2025
Vera Miller, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, in Brookville, Ohio, at the age of 100. Born on August 13, 1925, in Dayton, Ohio, Vera lived a life filled with devotion, kindness, and a deep faith that guided her throughout her remarkable journey.
Vera's professional life was shaped by her dedication to Avon, where...
Matthew Gerald Horstman
Nov 24, 2025
Matthew Gerald Horstman, age 57 of Dayton, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2025. He was born June 3, 1968 to the late Paul and Penny (Poeppelmeier) Horstman. He was preceded in death by his wife Crystal (Hanes) Horstman. Matt is survived by his daughters Jackie Brown Mothersole (Jake), Jordan Horstman (Levi) and Jessica Horstman, grandchildren Ivy Mae Mothersole,...
Larry R. Tackett
Nov 24, 2025
Larry R. Tackett, a gentle soul, was born on May 30, 1946, in Dayton, Ohio. On November 24, 2025, he peacefully departed this life in Miamisburg, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and humility.
Larry was a devoted family man, proud of his service in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. His time in the military was a...
Darnell L. Shontee
Nov 23, 2025
Darnell L. Shontee, age 74 of Vandalia, Ohio passed away peacefully with his family by his side on November 23, 2025 in Dayton, Ohio. He was born April 22, 1951 in Dayton, Ohio, son of the late Leroy and Eleanor Shontee.
Darnell was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He retired from Grandview Medical...
Chantrell Marie Webb
Nov 23, 2025
Chantrell Marie Webb (Bowman), 59. Beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away on November 23, 2025, leaving a legacy of love, laughter and unwavering generosity. Born on July 1, 1966 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Chantrell was the cherished daughter of Connie Lehman. She grew up alongside her brother Johnny Bowman (Melissa Bowman), guided through life by Connie and her...
Ronald Walter Miller
Nov 23, 2025
Ronald Walter Miller, much loved by his family and friends, passed away on November 23, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on March 27, 1952, Ronald was a kind-hearted man known for his wonderful spirit, caring nature, and remarkable ability to bring joy to those around him. A devoted partner, step-dad, and cherished papaw, he held a special place...
Carolyn Ann Schirmer
Nov 23, 2025
; Carolyn Ann Schirmer, a cherished mother and grandmother, passed away on November 23, 2025, at her residence in Riverside, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 10, 1941, in Dayton, Ohio, she became known for her selfless spirit and a caring nature that resonated deeply throughout her life.
Carolyn dedicated many years as a Health Unit Coordinator at...
Sharon "Lynn" Wireman
Nov 23, 2025
Sharon "Lynn" Wireman, born on July 21, 1951, in Jackson, Kentucky, passed away on November 23, 2025, in Beavercreek, Ohio. Lynn was a dedicated individual whose career journey took her through various corporations, culminating in her last two decades as a valued employee with the Montgomery Clerk of Courts.
A proud graduate of Belmont High School, Lynn led a life characterized...
Michelle J. Grewe (Stout)
Nov 23, 2025
Michelle J. Grewe (Stout), passed away on November 23, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on May 13, 1961, Michelle dedicated a significant portion of her life to her career, working at Vestis, formerly Aramark, for an impressive 42 years. Throughout her tenure, she assumed the role of office manager and demonstrated remarkable versatility, managing an array of responsibilities...
Lynn Marie Lovett Townsend
Nov 23, 2025
Lynn Marie Lovett Townsend, age 57, went to be with the Lord on November 23, 2025. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Nadine and Ernest Nichols, Marilyn and John Townsend, and her uncles, Hal and Gary Nichols.
Lynn leaves behind her husband, Robert Sr., her son Robert Jr., her daughter, Tracy (Joe) Strawser, her mother, Donna and step-father Bascom...
James "Jim" Rhoads
Nov 23, 2025
James "Jim" Rhoads, went home to be with the Lord on November 23, 2025, in Trotwood, Ohio. Born on December 31, 1938, in Dayton, Ohio, Jim was a man who dedicated his life to his faith, family, and his community.
For many years, Jim worked as a press operator at Standard Register, where he became a trusted fixture before retiring. Those...
Donald Marlin "Don" Espy
Nov 22, 2025
Donald Marlin "Don" Espy, age 92, of Riverside, passed away on November 22, 2025, in Beavercreek, Ohio. He was born on December 31, 1932, in Sharon, Pennsylvania.
A man of great faith, Don was a treasured member of the Community Methodist Church, where he found joy and purpose in serving others.
He is survived by his children, Kathy (Nick) Bellamy and Patrick...
Phillip Michael Lewis-Pittman
Nov 22, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, and friend, Phillip Michael Lewis-Pittman. Born on July 8, 1992, in Dayton, Ohio. Phillip brought with him a light and a spirit uniquely his own, he was a firework. Phillip brought honor, enlightenment, and kindness to those he encountered. Anyone who had the privilege of...
Dana C. Ward
Nov 22, 2025
Dana C. Ward, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on November 22, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, at the age of 81. Born on May 31, 1944, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Dana led a life rich with love, service, and dedication to his family.
Dana retired from AT&T (Ohio Bell) after a commendable 31-year career. He was a proud...
David L. Poliquin
Nov 22, 2025
David L. Poliquin, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, in his hometown of Dayton, Ohio. Born on October 18, 1943, David was a man of many talents and interests, leaving a rich legacy behind for his family and the community he served.
Raised in a loving family, David was the son of Daniel...
Ellyn L. Gilbride
Nov 21, 2025
Ellyn Lorrayne Gilbride, age 81, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025. William Wallace once said "every man dies, but not every man lives." Ellen lived her life to the fullest and unapologetically did it her way. She traveled, she tried new things, and she loved her family deeply. Ellyn's stories were abundant. Her memories were exciting and her life...
Senior Chief Doug R. Thompson Jr.
Nov 21, 2025
Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman Douglas R. Thompson, Jr. passed away at his home on November 21st 2025. He leaves behind a larger-than-life legacy of love of family and service to his community and nation.
Family was everything to Doug. He was married to, as he was fond of saying, “my lovely wife Jenny,” for over 36 years, and she was forever...
John M. Knight Jr.
Nov 21, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of John Maceo Knight Jr. announces his sudden passing on November 21, 2025 at the age of 54. John was born on August 5, 1971 in Detroit Michigan to Willie Mae Smith and Maceo Martin Jr. John graduated from Patterson High Schoot of Dayton Ohio. He also graduated Hocking College with an...
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