Obituaries
Craig Dwain Blaylock
Sep 12, 2023
Dwain Blaylock, age 72, of Dayton, passed away on September 12, 2023. He was born on December 10, 1950 to the late Hollis and Patsy Blaylock.He served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corps. He also enjoyed fishing, writing calligraphy, and he was very artistic.In addition to his parents, Dwain was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Lana...
Allen Leroy Rogers
Sep 12, 2023
Allen LeRoy Rogers, 83, of Fairborn, Ohio, passed away on September 12, 2023. Born on June 24, 1940, in Springfield, OH, son of Jesse and Anna Rogers.Allen is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Kay Rogers, his daughter Alison (Jason) Cornelli, his granddaughter Meghan (Kayleigh) Clapper-Rogers, his grandson Michael (Amber) Rogers, his granddaughter Jordyn Cornelli and grandson, Andrew...
Darrell R. Lilienkamp
Sep 12, 2023
Darrell R. Lilienkamp, age 66, of Dayton, passed away on September 12, 2023. He was born in Dayton, Ohio, on November 23, 1956, the son of the late Richard and Dorothy Lilienkamp. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his daughter, Alison Lilienkamp. Darrell is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Kathleen (Breisch) Lilienkamp; his daughters,...
Kenneth E. Whitman
Sep 12, 2023
Kenneth E. Whitman, age 63, of Huber Heights, passed away September 12, 2023. He was born October 1, 1959 in Dayton, Ohio to the late John and Darlene Gustin. In addition to his parents, Kenny was preceded in death by his daughter, Amberly Hiser; brother, Gary Whitman; sister, Rebecca Whitman; and father-in-law, William James Robinson.Kenny is survived by his loving...
Krystal Dawn Boyd
Sep 12, 2023
Krystal Dawn Boyd, age 33, passed away on September 12, 2023. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on July 22, 1990. Krystal was preceded in death by her children: Hunter, Wilder, Archer Boyd; and grandmothers: Rowena Cremeans and Julia Brooks Coffman.Krystal is survived by her husband, Tim Boyd; children: Colton, Gavin, and Melody Cross; mother, Barbara Cremeans; mother and father...
Garrett Lee Cravens Sr.
Sep 12, 2023
Garrett "Gary" Lee Cravens Sr., went peacefully to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 with his wife, Rosemary, by his side.Garrett retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1987, after serving his country for 20 plus years. He always enjoyed being with his children and grandchildren. He also loved to travel and go camping. Garrett graduated from...
Mary Ellen Mays
Sep 12, 2023
Mary Ellen Mays, age 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. She was born on August 8, 1942 in Dayton, OH.Mary was a strong, generous, outgoing and Christian woman. She enjoyed traveling, volunteering and attending church. She was artistic and enjoyed painting and crocheting. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.She was preceded...
Cynthia Fowler
Sep 11, 2023
Cynthia L. Fowler, age 80, of Dayton passed away on September 11, 2023. She was born in Dayton on November 10, 1942 to the late Richard and Marguerite Zellers. In addition to her parents, Cynthia is preceded in death by her son, Darren Ratcliffe.Cynthia is survived by her son, Duane Ratcliffe; grandchildren, Marissa Ratcliffe, Duane Ratcliffe, Matthew Ratcliffe, Shawnda Francis;...
Carol Ann Fannin
Sep 11, 2023
Carol Ann Fannin, age 71, of Columbus, passed away on September 11, 2023. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on February 14, 1952, the daughter of Ivan and Clara Patterson. She was preceded in death by her son, Chad Finley. Carol is survived by her beloved husband of 40 years, Jeff Fannin; parents, Ivan and Clara Patterson; son, Shane Finley;...
Mark Schirmer
Sep 11, 2023
Mark Schirmer, age 61, passed away on September 11, 2023. He was born on June 22, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Jerry N. and Charlene Schirmer. Mark is survived by his son Tim (Melissa) Schirmer; siblings Michael, Kevin (Jamie), and Julie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mark graduated from Chaminade Julienne HS in 1981. He was employed by...
Sherry Gist
Sep 11, 2023
Sherry Gist, age 72, of Dayton, passed away September 11, 2023. She was born March 19, 1951 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Woodrow and Loretta Abney. In addition to her parents, Sherry was preceded in death by her husband, Bud Gist.Sherry is survived by her sister and brothers: Kathy Raleigh, Jake Abney (Kelly) and Jimmy Abney (Wanda); many nieces,...
Phyllis June Judd
Sep 11, 2023
Phyllis June Judd, age 85, of Huber Heights, passed away on September 11, 2023. She was born on January 22, 1938 to the late Elmer & Edna Ballinger.She worked at Hewitt Soap Company for 42 years before retiring. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandson. She will be dearly missed.Phyllis was preceded in death by her son, John Judd;...
Chantelle Tinnon
Sep 10, 2023
Chantelle Anitra Tinnon was born March 11, 1974, in Gary Indiana. She moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin where she attended Hamilton High School and graduated in 1992. She gave her life to Christ at an early age.In the summer of 1989 she met Terron and they married in 1998. Chan obtained her Cosmetology license in 2013She enjoyed going to the movies...
Carroll Sue Caperton
Sep 10, 2023
Carroll Sue "Cissy" Caperton, age 73, of Dayton, passed away on September 10, 2023. She was born in San Francisco, California, at the Presidio, on February 24, 1950, the daughter of the late Berlin and Myrtie Caperton. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, John Weston Caperton. Carroll is survived by her loving siblings, Charles (Mari)...
Montie Smith
Sep 10, 2023
Montie Smith, age 92, of Springfield (formerly of Rush, Kentucky) passed away on September 10, 2023, at SOIN Medical Center, with his loving children by his side. He was born in Varney, Kentucky, on February 8, 1931, the son of the late Henry and Myrtle Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents; former wife, Alice Strauss Smith; daughter,...
Christopher A. Benson
Sep 10, 2023
Christopher A. Benson, age 65, of Dayton passed away on September 10, 2023. He was born in Andalusia, Alabama on June 7, 1958 to the late Lonzo and Tommie Benson. In addition to his parents, Chris is preceded in death by his brother, Carey "C.C." Benson and aunt, Luevern Brown.Chris is survived by his brothers, Curtis Dwayne (Madgaline) Benson, Carl...
Patricia Rose Underwood
Sep 10, 2023
Patricia Rose Underwood (Hollon), age 85, of Dayton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on September 10, 2023. Pat was born in Dayton, Ohio on May 3, 1938 to the late Everett and Ruth Hollon.Pat was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband of 60 years, Jim; granddaughter, Jessica; siblings, Bonnie, Paul, Evelyn and Tommy.She is survived by...
Suzanne M. Nordyke "Susie"
Sep 9, 2023
Suzanne M. (Pflaum) Nordyke, "Susie," age 79 of Dayton, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born June 8, 1944 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late James and Agnes Pflaum.Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Sheila; and brother, James.Susie is survived by her husband of 40 years,...
Ronnie Wayne Burks
Sep 9, 2023
Ronnie Wayne Burks, age 67, of Dayton passed away on September 7, 2023. He was born in Xenia, Ohio on November 1, 1955 to Dallas and the late Arzola Burks. Ronnie is survived by his children, Joshua (Stephanie) Burks, Taylor (Maddie) Burks; grandchildren, Joshua (Bailey) James Wayne Burks Jr., Hailey Wilson, Averi Burks, Gavin Burks; great-grandson, Tucker Burks; siblings, Myra...
Lorraine Wilson-Cadwallader
Sep 9, 2023
Lorraine Wilson-Cadwallader, age 48 of Beavercreek, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023. She was born October 14, 1974 in Hamilton, Ohio and was a 1993 Belmont High School graduate. Lorraine was known for her kind personality and generosity. She could brighten anyone's mood in an instant with her contagious smile, and bright blue eyes. She loved her family fiercely, and...
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