Obituaries

Ja'Rae Princess Lynn Dillard

Ja'Rae Princess Lynn Dillard

Jan 20, 2023

Ja'Rae Princess Lynn Dillard, 3 months old, of Fairborn, passed away on January 20, 2023. She was born in Springfield, Ohio, on October 19, 2022, the beloved daughter of Jaquan Dillard and Dessurae Madison. Ja'Rae was preceded in death by her great grandmother, Roberta Carruth; and her cousin, Danatta Moreland. She is survived by her loving parents, Dessurae Madison and...

Cris Janine Kidwell

Cris Janine Kidwell

Jan 20, 2023

Cris Janine Kidwell, 63, passed away unexpectedly on January 20, 2023. Loving wife of Zack Kidwell, adored mother of Megan (Nathan) Aber, Ross (Nicole) Kidwell and Bryant (Nichole) Turnage, cherished grandmother of Marley, Ace, Ryder, Corbin, Caitlin and Daniel, and sister of Ted (Paulette) Agne. Cris is also survived by nieces and nephews. Cris was preceded in death by her...

James H. Butler, Jr.

James H. Butler, Jr.

Jan 20, 2023

James H. Butler, Jr., age 57 of Kettering, passed away unexpectedly on January 20, 2023. He was born October 19, 1965 in Boston, MA to James H. and Dawna (McDonald) Butler, Sr. He is survived by his daughter, Ashley (Matt Emrick) Butler; parents, James and Dawna; siblings, Leo (Cindy) Butler, John (Teresa) Butler and Jacqui (Jeff) Smith; nieces and nephews,...

Robert Lee Schaublin

Robert Lee Schaublin

Jan 20, 2023

Robert Schaublin, age 69, of New Carlisle, Ohio, passed away on January 20, 2023. He was born in Lima, Ohio on November 1, 1953 to the late Howard and Gladys Schaublin.Bob is survived by his daughters: Brenda (Mike) Calvelage and Nicole Schaublin; grandchildren: Dane and Hunter Calvelage; sister: Nancy Hartwell; the families of Carol Baker-Schaublin and Darlene F. Wissel; and...

Betty Carol Morris

Betty Carol Morris

Jan 20, 2023

Betty Carol Morris, age 90 of Fairborn, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023 surrounded by family. She was born March 23, 1932 in Charleston, West Virginia the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret Day.Betty was a faithful member of Wrightview Church of the Nazarene of Fairborn since its founding. She spent 15 years at Bellbrook High School where she...

Charles Edward Dryer

Charles Edward Dryer

Jan 20, 2023

Charles Edward "Charlie" Dryer, age 66, of Dayton, passed away on January 20, 2023. He was born in Loveland, Ohio, on January 8, 1957, the son of the late Norbert and Estelle Dryer. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his beloved wife of 39 years, Pam Dryer.Charlie is survived by his loving children, Andrea "Andi" (Mike) Campbell,...

Linda Lou Kuhn

Linda Lou Kuhn

Jan 20, 2023

Linda Lou Kuhn, age 69, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on January 20, 2023. She was born in Washington Courthouse, Ohio on February 23, 1953 to the late Chester and Virgie Perkins. In addition to her parents Linda was preceded in death by her siblings: Jean Baughn, Shirley Adkins, Joann Willett, Ruth Houser, Herman Perkins, Herbert Perkins, Holbert Perkins, James...

James Karl Allison

James Karl Allison

Jan 20, 2023

James Karl Allison, 89, passed away peacefully on January 20th, 2023. Loving father of Terri (Kent) Halderman and Tim Allison, cherished grandfather of Courtney (Ryan) Mooring, beloved great grandfather of Ava and Alex Mooring and dear uncle of Dana Allison and Scott (Susan) Allison. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Gustia Allison, brother Robert Allison and...

William T. Bowman "Bill"

William T. Bowman "Bill"

Jan 19, 2023

William T. Bowman "Bill", age 95 of West Carrollton, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2023. He was born on December 9, 1927 in Scoville, Kentucky to the late William Bowman and Hattie (Pendergrass) Bowman. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by wife, Mable Bernice; son-in-law, Roy C. Pullins; his children's mother, Nellean (Reese) Combs; and...

Sarah Nadine Belcher

Sarah Nadine Belcher

Jan 19, 2023

Sarah N. Belcher, age 80, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on January 19, 2023. She was born on July 6, 1942 in Jenkins, Kentucky to the late Edward and Maggie Anderson. She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Carlos H. Belcher Sr.; son, Carlos H. Belcher Jr.; daughter, Charlotte Belcher; siblings, Mary Parks, James Anderson, Opal Adkins,...

Wilifred Leona Dubbs

Wilifred Leona Dubbs

Jan 19, 2023

Wilifred Leona Dubbs, "Willie," age 97 of Centerville, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born January 27, 1925 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late John and Leona Wilson.Wilifred and her husband, Dorsey, owned J&L TV Service for 25 years. She enjoyed traveling overseas with Dorsey and they also spent time at their...

Dennis Eugene Daugherty

Dennis Eugene Daugherty

Jan 17, 2023

Dennis Eugene Daugherty, age 70, of Troy, Ohio, passed away on January 17, 2023 at Koester Pavilion, Troy, Ohio. He was born in Troy on August 7, 1952 to Floy (Bud) and Alice (Bowers) Daugherty. Dennis was preceded in death by his father and brother, Daniel Daugherty.He is survived by his son: Mathew Daugherty; mother: Alice Daugherty; nieces: Heather and...

Annie Lois Render Boddie Beason

Annie Lois Render Boddie Beason

Jan 17, 2023

Annie Lois Render Boddie, the last of twelve children, was born July 5, 1929, to Henry and Ida Render Boddie in LaGrange, Georgia. She transitioned from this life on January 17, 2023. Her mother died during her infancy, and she was raised by her father and other siblings. In her adolescence, her father passed away and her siblings brought her...

Joshua James Messer

Joshua James Messer

Jan 17, 2023

Joshua James Messer, age 44 of Goshen, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023. He was born May 3, 1978 in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of William "Dave" Messer and Sandy Graham.Josh was well known for his adventures at Red River Gorge. He enjoyed fishing, partying with his friends and riding motorcycles. He is preceded in death by his mother, Sandy...

George H. Bayless, Jr.

George H. Bayless, Jr.

Jan 17, 2023

George H. Bayless, Jr. died January 17, 2023 in Kettering, Ohio.George loved family, community, public transportation, public education, the arts, and Westminster Presbyterian Church.George was born February 13, 1937, in Newark, Ohio to the Rev. G. Harold and Elsie Rigg Bayless. He recalled trips to the circus in the early 1940s, following the circus parade and earning admission by helping...

Judie V. Kell

Judie V. Kell

Jan 17, 2023

Judie Kell, 76, a wonderful grandmother, mother, and wife, died on January 17 after a long illness. Judie was born in Dayton, Ohio to Fred and Edith Hammonds in 1946. She graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 1970. She began working at Monarch Marking in 1977, where she met the love of her life, William (Bill) and married him...

Bruce A. Cantrell

Bruce A. Cantrell

Jan 17, 2023

Bruce A. Cantrell, age 71, of Huber Heights, passed away on January 17, 2023. He was born on April 25, 1951 to the late Bruce and Laura Cantrell. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 3283 and the Cooties. He will be greatly missed by those who love him.In addition...

Kenneth Jack Keeton

Kenneth Jack Keeton

Jan 17, 2023

Kenneth Jack Keeton, 63, of Xenia, passed away unexpectedly, January 17, 2023, Kenny was born in Xenia, Ohio on March 4, 1959 to Jackie and Nila Keeton.Kenny worked and was a loyal employee of Jeff Schmitt Auto Group for many years. Kenny was a die hard Bengals fan. In his free time, he enjoyed grilling, fishing, gardening and spending time...

Jesse R. Meadows

Jesse R. Meadows

Jan 17, 2023

Jesse R. Meadows, age 58 of Miamisburg, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at Kettering Health Main Campus. He was born May 25, 1964 in Phoenix, Arizona.Jesse is survived by his wife of 18 years, Pamela Meadows; mother, Dorothy (Preston) Horne; children, Ashley (Chad Maloney) Hix, Amanda (Rory Stewart) Hix, Zack (Lenzie Mason) Collins, Nevada Leach, and Dakota Meddock; six...

Catherine Mary Debolt

Catherine Mary Debolt

Jan 17, 2023

Catherine M. DeBolt, age 91, passed away on January 17, 2023. She was born in North Towanda, NY on May 1, 1931 to Casimira and Mary Michlin. In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by her husband Harold Jr; sons: Harold III and Steven; sisters: Stella and Helen; brother: Eddie; and grandson Damon.She is survived by her...

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