Obituaries
Lisa A. Hicks
Feb 3, 2026
Lisa A. Hicks, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, left this world on February 3, 2026, at the age of 62. Born on May 9, 1963, Lisa was a beacon of joy and love, known fondly by her grandchildren as "Ammaw." Her life was a tapestry woven with the threads of family bonds, warm laughter, and treasured moments spent...
Shirley Ann Jones
Feb 2, 2026
Shirley A. Jones, age 60, of Xenia gained her wings on Monday February 02, 2026 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born December 23, 1965 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of Alan"Al" and Sharon (nee Martin) Schrier both of Ohio.
Shirley graduated Beavercreek High School in 1985.
She is survived by her mother, Sharon; her son, Craig (Lucy) Jones, her twin sister...
Jack R. Decker
Feb 2, 2026
Jack R. Decker, age 83 of Piqua, Ohio formerly of Toledo, Ohio passed away peacefully, comforted by the love of his family, on February 2, 2026. He was born January 24, 1943 in Toledo, Ohio. The son of the late Guy and Marian Decker.
Jack was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He worked as a...
Alycia Elson
Feb 2, 2026
Alycia Elson, born on July 2, 1973, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, in her beloved hometown. A devoted mother, wife, daughter, and sister, Alycia's warmth and spirit touched all who knew her.
Alycia was the cherished daughter of Betty Miller and Bart Lawhorn (Bonnie). She is survived by her husband, Jack Elson, who stood by her...
Les Soliday
Feb 2, 2026
Les Soliday, age 67, of Verona, Ohio, passed away February 2, 2026. He was born November 19, 1958 in Piqua, Ohio to the late Marvin and Helen Soliday.
Les is survived by his wife of nearly 37 years, Mary Soliday; children: Vince and Gina (Jimmy); and brother, Marvin.
Les worked as a machinist for Yoder's Industries for many years and was also...
Paul Allen Estep
Feb 2, 2026
It's so hard to say goodbye...Paul Allen Estep (Paul-Paul) of Dayton Ohio, born Jan. 27, 1940 in Beech Mountain, NC. left this Earth to join his family in heaven on Monday, Feb.2, 2026 at the age of 86. Paul was preceded in death by: his parents. William "Roscoe" Estep and Stella Rigney; his brother William "Richard" Estep; his two sisters...
William Thomas Mohs
Feb 2, 2026
William Thomas “Bill” Mohs, age 63, of Xenia, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 2, 2026, at Greene Memorial Hospital.
Bill, the son of Robert and Lorraine Mohs, was born on February 10, 1962, in St. Cloud, Minnesota on the feast day of St. Scholastica. He was baptized on the very day he was born after receiving two blood transfusions,...
Scott Edward Smith Sr.
Feb 2, 2026
Scott Edward Smith Sr., a beloved figure in his community, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at the Hospice of Dayton, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 30, 1969, in Dayton, Ohio, Scott was a vibrant soul whose energy and compassion touched the lives of many.
Scott was an ASE certified transmission rebuilder and co-owner of J&B Transmission...
Rosemary Lombard
Feb 2, 2026
Rosemary Lombard (née Uhelsky), age 87, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026. She was born on November 28, 1938, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Michael and Suzanna (Behun) Uhelsky. In addition to her parents, Rosemary was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years, Carl Anthony Lombard; her siblings Andrew (Roseann) Uhelsky, Emery “Jimmy” (Mary Ellen) Uhelsky, and...
Dorothy E Rogacki
Feb 2, 2026
Dorothy E. Rogacki passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026. She is survived by her loving family and friends. She will be missed forever and will always be with us.
Carl Ray Spangler
Feb 1, 2026
Carl Ray Spangler, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on February 1, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. Born on August 21, 1942, in Rand, West Virginia, he lived a life with laughter and love.
For many years, Carl worked as a scheduler for Harris Graphics in Dayton and later at Graphic Systems Services Inc. in Springboro. Known for...
James Harvey Leggett Jr.
Feb 1, 2026
James Harvey Leggett Jr, 61, of Fairborn, passed at home on February 1, 2026. He was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on August 10, 1964. After serving 4 years (1982-1986) in the United States Army, Jim graduated from ITT Technical Institute with an associate’s degree in electronic engineering in 1991. He retired from Northrop Grumman as a contractor for NASA in...
Donald "Don" Lee Fink Sr.
Feb 1, 2026
Donald Lee Fink, Sr., age 95, of Miamisburg, passed away Sunday, February 1st, 2026. He was born in Dayton, Ohio to Edward and Margaret (Bohrer) Fink.
He graduated from Wilbur Wright High School class of 48. He loved the game of baseball. He was inducted into Wilbur Wright High School Hall of Fame on November 3rd, 2017 for being a part...
James Hugh Geary
Feb 1, 2026
James H. Geary (Jim) passed away on February 1, 2026. He was preceded in death by his father and mother Merle and Helen GEARY, His sister Nyona June Lawlis.
Survived by his Wife, Patricia (Patty) Geary; Daughters, Rochelle Southard (Darrell) and Roxanne Casadonte; Stepsons, Tony Plummer (Lisa) and Doug Plummer (Cindy); Niece, Patricia Marshal; Grandchildren, Steve Casadonte (Maria), Marc Casadonte (Rebecca),...
Richard H. Stillwaugh
Feb 1, 2026
Richard H. Stillwaugh, age 86, of Miamisburg, passed away of a short illness on Sunday, February 1, 2026. A private service will be held by the family.
Delores May Abney
Jan 31, 2026
Delores M. Abney, 90, of Miamisburg, passed away on Saturday morning, January 31, 2026. She went peacefully at home in her sleep, surrounded by loving family. Delores was preceded in death by her parents, Jess and Lucy Haggard; her husband, Gibson Abney; two daughters, Lois and Judy; and the recent passing of DJ, her beloved dog of 13 years, all...
Keith W. Bostick
Jan 31, 2026
Keith Bostick passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on January 22, 1960, in Sidney, Ohio, he was the son of the late William and Ruby (Warwick) Bostick.
Keith married the love of his life, Amy Hall, on February 15, 2024, and embraced her children, Alyssa and Ryan Hall, as his own. His...
Keegan Anthony Rogers
Jan 31, 2026
Keegan Rogers, age 24, passed away on January 31. He was born on July 5, 2001, and was the youngest of three sons born to Sam and Krista Rogers.
Keegan graduated from Xenia High School and the Greene County Career Center in 2020. After graduation, he proudly served his country in the United States Army as a helicopter electrician. Following his...
Douglas E. Whitford
Jan 30, 2026
Douglas E. Whitford, age 73, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026. He was born in Dayton on January 20, 1953, to the late Carl and Beatrice Whitford.
Doug proudly served his country as a Navy salvage diver for one tour of duty, demonstrating the courage and determination that defined his life. After his service, he became a...
Cuthbert "Cubby" Cornette
Jan 30, 2026
Cuthbert “Cubby” Cornette, age 85, of Beavercreek, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2026, with Jackie, his beloved wife of 64 years by his side. A devout Christian, his faith was central to who he was and guided how he lived.
Cubby was born on July 20, 1940, in Sassafras, Kentucky, to the late Raleigh and...
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