Obituaries
Mae Loraine Lewis
Jan 30, 2026
Mae Loraine Edwards was called home to rejoin her Heavenly family on Friday, January 30, 2026. She lived a quiet but beautiful life and will be remembered as a loving family member, friend, and teacher.Mae was born on December 27, 1942 to Velma Mae Focht and Thomas Linden Edwards. Surrounded by her siblings Shirley, Linda, Thomas ("Sonny"), and Doug, Mae...
Katherine Waddell
Jan 30, 2026
WADDELL, Katherine (Kathy), age 94, of Washington Township, OH passed away on January 30, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born at Banner, KY to the late Katherine Stratton and Claude Flannery. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Wes Waddell and daughters Jeanie Fournier and Karen Waddell. She is...
Scott L. Shively
Jan 30, 2026
Scott Lee Shively, age 52, of Miamisburg, Ohio, passed away on January 30, 2026 in hospice care after a courageous battle with cancer. His wife Sarah, and his girls Abby and Carmen were by his side till the end.
Born on April 17, 1973, Scott grew up in Brookville and graduated from Brookville High School in 1991. He was a devoted...
James T. Reed Sr.
Jan 29, 2026
James T. Reed Sr., age 87 of Dayton, passed away Thursday, January 29, 2026 at St. Leonard Center. He was born July 31, 1938 in Dayton, Ohio the son of the late Joseph and Mildred Reed.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Cora Louise Reed; daughter, Sandra Downs; grandson, Joseph Jacaruso; sister, Judith Kay Reed.
Jim is survived by his...
Amber Marie Rich
Jan 29, 2026
Amber Marie Rich, age 41, of Dayton, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026 after her years-long battle with cancer. Amber was born in Covington, Kentucky on March 12, 1984 to the late Audrey Begley.
Amber was preceded in death by her mother and her grandmother, Martha Begley.
She is survived by partner, Alan Howard; long-time best friend, Michelle Lillard-Diaz; nephews, Avery...
Effie Marie Malone
Jan 29, 2026
Effie Marie Malone, affectionately known as "Sis," departed this world peacefully on January 29, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on August 31, 1937, in Lawrence County, Ohio, Effie lived a life filled with love, warmth, and dedication. A proud graduate of Ironton High School, Class of 1955, she carried with her the spirit of resilience that would define...
Gary L. Haynes
Jan 29, 2026
Gary L. Haynes, 78, lifetime resident of Dayton, Ohio died peacefully at his home in the early morning on January 29, 2026.
He was a USNR veteran who proudly served with a Naval Security Group in Kamaseya Japan during the Vietnam conflict. A graduate of Belmont High School class of 1965, and Sinclair Community College, he pursued a career in accounting,...
Lula Bell Hemingway Smith
Jan 28, 2026
Evangelist Lula Bell Hemingway Smith, Born December 11, 1926 she was 5th of 6 children born to Henry and Henrietta Hemingway.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 52 1/2 years Sim Smith; Her siblings: Reverend Joseph H Hemingway, Mattie S Shumake, Minnie K Brown, John Hemingway. And Willie L Hemingway; Her daughter Bridget R Smith and...
Nancy L. Bechtolt
Jan 28, 2026
Nancy L. Bechtolt, age 85 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully with her family by her side on January 28, 2026. She was born August 11, 1940 in Gallipolis, Ohio. The daughter of the late John and Winiferd (Dixon) Turvey.
Nancy was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She had a passion for playing...
Shirley Anne Mitchell
Jan 28, 2026
Shirley Anne Mitchell, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, in Beavercreek, Ohio. Born on February 7, 1939, in Newark, Ohio, Shirley dedicated her life to putting her family first and creating a nurturing environment filled with warmth and affection.
Shirley's spirit was as vibrant as the gardens she cherished. Her love for gardening reflected...
Helen Frances Schoenherr
Jan 28, 2026
Helen Frances Schoenherr, a beacon of love, laughter, and warmth, departed this world on January 28, 2026, at the age of 74 in Dayton, Ohio. Born on March 12, 1951, in East Saint Louis, Illinois, Helen's journey through life was marked by her extraordinary spirit and an unwavering commitment to her family and friends.
Helen was a proud graduate of Collinsville...
Larry "Pete" Myroth
Jan 28, 2026
Larry "Pete" Myroth, born on September 23, 1980, in Forrest City, Arkansas, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. A devoted husband, father, and brother, Pete is remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family and his passion for his craft as an artist.
He was the owner of Delta Square Contractor Services, where he applied his artistic vision...
Edward "Eddie" Brown
Jan 28, 2026
Edward Harrison Brown, 62, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, at West Chester Hospital.
Edward—better known as Eddie to his friends and “Big Ed” to his family—was born on June 4th, 1963, in Dayton, Ohio, to Raymond Brown and Hazel Briscoe. Eddie was a lifelong resident of the Dayton area, starting his career in maintenance at Frank Z...
Margie A. Wineinger
Jan 28, 2026
Margie A. Wineinger, a beloved soul who touched the hearts of many, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, in Huber Heights, Ohio. Born on September 25, 1941, in Booneville, Kentucky, Margie lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished connections.
Margie enjoyed a fulfilling career at Pitney-Bowes / Monarch Marketing, where her vibrant personality shone through the years until...
Danny Curtis Sherrill
Jan 28, 2026
Danny Curtis Sherrill, born on August 24, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio, was a kind soul and a devoted family man who passed away on January 28, 2026, in his hometown of Dayton. He was a proud graduate of Beavercreek High School, Class of 1978, and spent many years working as a Printer, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to...
Joetta Sutherland
Jan 28, 2026
Joetta Sutherland, age 92, of Kettering, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026.
Joetta was born on September 29, 1933, in Nicholasville, Kentucky (or “God’s Country” as she lovingly referred to it), to Russell and Nellie Coyle. She built a life grounded in faith, love, and family.
She was married to Bill Sutherland, the love of her life, for 57 wonderful years....
Edwin E. Davis
Jan 28, 2026
Edwin Eugene Davis, affectionately known as "Ed," passed away suddenly on January 28, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on February 17, 1939, in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Ed was a dedicated member of his community and a loving family man.
Ed's professional journey spanned many years as a plastic mold injector. Beyond his career, he demonstrated a remarkable commitment to service...
Barbara Hartle
Jan 28, 2026
Barbara Joan Hartle, age 83, of Xenia, Ohio, peacefully passed away at home on January 28, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 22, 1942, in Canton, Ohio, to parents Joseph Slayman and Myrtle Gessner.
Barbara cherished the moments spent with her family, particularly during holiday gatherings where she delighted in baking Christmas cookies with her grandchildren...
Bobbie Ann Stacy
Jan 28, 2026
Bobbie Ann Stacy, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, peacefully departed this life on January 28, 2026. Bobbie was a beacon of light to those who knew her, embodying kindness and compassion in every interaction.
Bobbie dedicated many years of her life working at Friendly's, where she not only served delicious meals but also cultivated enduring friendships that felt like family....
Robert C. Waddle "Bob"
Jan 28, 2026
Robert “Bob” C. Waddle, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the age of 74. He was born on May 30, 1951, in Xenia, Ohio. He was a graduate of the Xenia High School Class of 1969. Bob went on to build a long career at the General Motors Delphi plant, retiring in 2005. He valued time spent...
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