Obituaries
Tierney Stinson
Jan 27, 2022
Tierney Anne Stinson, age 42 of Fairborn, OH passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at Kettering Medical Center. She was born September 5, 1979 in Xenia, Ohio to Eric Stinson and Jennifer Bond.Tierney is survived by her two daughters, Madison and Kayleigh McMillen; grandson, Zeno McMillen; sister, Tonya Stinson; her parents; her stepfather, Alex Bond; her maternal grandmother,...
Matthew Joseph Taylor
Jan 27, 2022
Matthew Joseph Taylor, 27, passed away at his home on January 27th, 2022. He is survived by his beautiful daughters; Kaylee age 10, Honor age 5 and Beth age 3; Parents Steve and Natalie Taylor, Sisters; Stephanie (and Rick) Weston, Alisha (and Brad) Mullins. Nephews Jase and Easton Mullins, niece Reagan Weston, and girlfriend Jenna Gray.Matthew is preceded in death...
Laudia B. Boucher
Jan 27, 2022
Laudia B. Boucher, age 75 of Xenia, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022 at Kettering Medical Center. She was born May 20, 1946 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island the daughter of the late Henry Lacasse and Rita Beaulieu.Laudia was a mother to everyone who knew her and helped to raise her granddaughter, Crystal. She had a very quiet nature and loved...
John Burton Moore
Jan 27, 2022
MOORE Jr., John Burton "Jack", age 88, of Kettering, OH, passed away peacefully in his home on January 27, 2022 with his beloved wife, Ann, by his side. Born February 25, 1933 in Columbus, OH, to the late John Burton Moore and Mabel M. (Roberts) Moore. Jack graduated from Grandview High School in 1951 where he was a member of...
Brandon Robert Anthony Cooper
Jan 26, 2022
Brandon Robert Anthony Cooper, age 35, of Beavercreek, passed away unexpectedly on January 26, 2022.He was preceded in death by grandfathers William Cooper and Robert Scott.Brandon leaves to cherish his memory dedicated wife Brittney Cheri Cooper; mother Michelle Cooper; grandmother Mary Ann Scott; mother-in-law Michelle Butler and many other loving family members and friends.Visitation will be held on Friday, February...
Hudson Alexander Lee
Jan 26, 2022
"To give anything less than your best, is to sacrifice the gift." ~ Steve PrefontaineHudson Alexander Lee, 17, beloved son of Tony and Carla Lee passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 26, while surrounded by his family. Hudson held a tremendous zest for life, was fun-loving with a quick wit, was a true foodie at heart, adored his friends, and...
Harrison Avery
Jan 26, 2022
Harrison Avery, age 81, of Trotwood, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on January 26, 2022. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama on June 20th, 1940, to Jesse and Pearlie Avery. He loved the Lord. His faith was strong. He loved his family and enjoyed going to church, reading his bible, watching religious programs and good food. He...
Shirley Shults-Lairmore
Jan 26, 2022
Shirley Shults-Lairmore, who loved to be called "Nana" by her granddaughters, departed her loving family on January 26th, 2022. Shirley was born in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee on March 12, 1948, to Clyde and Opal Purcell (deceased). As a GM Union Committee-Woman, Shirley was known for her leadership, her laughter, and her tenacity to do the righteous thing for people in need...
William L. Herman
Jan 26, 2022
William L. Herman, "Hollywood", age 73, of Cincinnati, passed away January 25, 2022 at his home. He was born July 10, 1948 in Lorain, Ohio to the late Loran and Creta Mae (Flynn) Herman. Hollywood was a proud Marine Corps Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. He was a Doo Wop singer for the "Grease N' Beers". Hollywood was a...
Barbara Ellen Stone
Jan 26, 2022
Barbara Ellen "Barb" Stone, age 70, of Dayton, passed away on January 26, 2022, at Hospice of Dayton with her loving family by he side. She was born in Rochester, New York, on July 3, 1951, the daughter of the late James and Ruth Bort. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her daughter, Wendy Plassenthal.Barb is survived...
Richard Johnson
Jan 26, 2022
On January 26, 2022, Richard Johnson, age 70, completed his earthly mission and was called home to his final resting place. Richard was born in Pittsburgh, PA to George Johnson and Dolores Crump on April 27, 1951. He received his childhood education in the Pittsburgh Public School System. After graduation, he joined the United States Air Force where he spent...
Ronald Smith
Jan 26, 2022
Ronald Smith, age 63, of Dayton, passed away January 26, 2022. He was born March 7, 1958 in Detroit, Michigan. Ronnie was preceded in death by his mother, Thelma Jackson; wife, Mary Smith; and sister, Ann Karns.Ronnie is survived by his son, Andrew Smith; twin brother, Donald Smith; sisters: Reba Mescher and Darlene Gaddy; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and...
Janet S. Clark
Jan 25, 2022
Jan Clark, 85, of Kettering, passed away on January 25, 2022 after a long illness. Best known locally as a beloved elementary teacher at Oakwood's Harman Elementary School, Jan was born on January 16, 1937 in Louisville, Kentucky (during the Ohio River flood of 1937) along with her twin sister Joyce. She grew up in Butler, Indiana and graduated from...
Ruth Anne Thomas
Jan 25, 2022
He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. Revelation 21:4Ruth Anne Thomas, of Beavercreek, Ohio passed away peacefully with her family surrounding her, on the night of January 25, 2022 after a battle with cancer. She was born...
Thomas Earl Cotton Jr.
Jan 25, 2022
Thomas Earl Cotton Jr., 60, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on January 25, 2022. He was born on September 5, 1961 to Thomas Edward Cotton Sr. and the late Luella Lindsey. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his sisters Annie Lindsey and Darlene Cotton; and his grandparents Taylor Cotton and Nancy Cotton.Thomas is survived by...
George Mckinley Ballard
Jan 25, 2022
George McKinley Ballard, age 90, of Dayton, passed away January 25, 2022. He was born January 7, 1932 in LaFollette, TN to the late McKinley William and Rachel (Capp) Ballard. George was an Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. He was retired from the City of Dayton after 30 years of service. In addition to his parents, he was...
Ke'Shawnna Lynique Brent
Jan 25, 2022
Ke'Shawnna "Key" Lynique Brent, age 18, departed on January 25, 2022. She was born September 23, 2003 in Dayton, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her great-grandmother, Peggie Monie; grandfather, Eric McCombs; sister, Alee'a Graves; and great-aunt, Arvetta Patterson.Ke'Shawnna is survived by her parents: Kenyatta Monie-Hampton, Shawn Brent, Damion Hampton and Ebony Brent; brothers and sisters: Ja'Aunna House, Damion...
Saundra J. Samanas
Jan 25, 2022
Saundra J. Samanas, age 72 of Xenia, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Kettering Medical Center. She was born May 17, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Foster and Dorothy Cunningham.She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph G. Samanas III; sons, Billy Samanas & Danny Cunningham and siblings, Johnny Cunningham & Alice Cunningham.Saundra is...
Olan Garnie Collins
Jan 25, 2022
Olan Garnie Collins 74, of Beavercreek, OH was born to Garnie Jackson Collins and Irma Iona Cole Collins on April 30, 1947. He departed this life for the arms of his Savior on January 25,2022, after a lengthy illness at his daughter's home in Beavercreek, OH.Our Hero volunteered to serve his country during a time when others were hiding. He...
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