Obituaries
James Ellis Howse
Feb 14, 2022
James 'Jim' Ellis Howse November 22, 1951 - February 14, 2022Jim was born in the Pine Belt town of Waynesboro, Mississippi, where he played basketball for the Buckatunna Buccaneers. Raised on a cattle ranch, he maintained a practical, level-headed approach to life. 'There's little you cain't learn from life watchin' a cow. Just don't stand behind 'em. They'll kick hard.'...
Kimberly Denise Earnest
Feb 14, 2022
Kimberly Denise "Katie" Earnest, age 66, of Springfield, passed away on February 14, 2022, at her residence, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on February 23, 1955, the daughter of the late William and Esther Miller. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Rita Taylor, Frieda Barrett, Ronald "Butch" Terrell and...
Dr. Donavan Douglas Dawes
Feb 14, 2022
Dr. Michael Dawes, age 67, passed away surrounded by his loving family, Monday February 14, 2022 at Wooster Community Hospital. He was born January 19, 1955 in Kingston, Jamaica. The third child of the late Egbert and Cynthia Dawes, he was preceded in death by his two brothers Derrick Dawes, Patrick Dawes, and sister Diane Dawes. Dr. Dawes is currently...
Christine Susan Beard
Feb 14, 2022
Christine Susan Beard, age 73 of Bellbrook, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 14, 2022. She was born May 20, 1948 in Long Beach, CA, the daughter of the late Virgil and Bernice Hamby.Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings, Larry Hamby, Beverly Sanchez, and Darlene Stark.Christine is survived by her daughters,...
Marcella Myers
Feb 14, 2022
Marcella "Judi" Myers of Miamisburg, Ohio passed away peacefully at her home on February 14th, 2022.She was born on August 30th, 1949 to Olan and Eillian Rice in West Liberty, Kentucky.Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 47 years, Lawrence Max Myers; her sons Jeff Keifer; Dustin Myers and wife Angela Myers; Lance and wife Heather Myers;...
Connie Jean Cochran
Feb 14, 2022
Connie Jean Cochran, faithful servant of the Lord Jesus Christ was born August 30, 1954. She left this life for her eternal life on February 14, 2022. Her sisters and brothers, Sharon, Ronnie, Darlene, and Daryl would like to thank the many relatives, friends, and sisters and brothers in Christ for their love and friendship and especially for lifting Connie...
Anna Pearl Simmons
Feb 14, 2022
Anna Pearl Simmons, age 97 of Dayton, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born January 12, 1925 in Crossville, Tennessee the daughter of the late Lawrence and Martha (Tays) Reeves.She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Simmons; son, Kenneth Simmons; daughter-in-law, Loraine Simmons; brothers, Paul, Billy, Ray, Earl, Burl, Robert, Clifford &...
Denyse C. Dubrucq
Feb 13, 2022
Denyse C. DuBrucq, age 84 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully on February 13, 2022 at her home. She was born June 1, 1937 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to the late Theodore and Claire "Honey" (Grebe) DuBrucq. In addition to her parents, Denyse was preceded in death by her aunt, Claudia "Babe" (Grebe) Mack.She is survived by her sister, Virginia...
Gary L. Goforth
Feb 13, 2022
Gary L. Goforth, age 69, of New Carlisle, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Gary was born in Dayton, OH on March 5, 1952 to the late Harvey Goforth & Elizabeth Turpin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, David Goforth and Delmas Turpin; and sisters, Patricia and Diane Goforth. Gary is survived...
Inez M. Baxter
Feb 13, 2022
Inez Mattie Baxter, age 92, passed away on February 13, 2022. She was born on June 25, 1929 in Dayton, Ohio to William and Louisiana Cheeks.Inez was preceded in death by her parents: William and Louisiana Cheeks; her sons: Carlos McLemore, and George McLemore; and ten of her siblings.Her memory will be cherished by her son: Luther (Sondra) Baxter; grandchildren:...
Mike Saylors
Feb 13, 2022
Mike Saylors, age 52, of Dayton, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Mike was born in Dayton on December 3, 1969. He was preceded in death by his mother, Roberta Combs. Mike is survived by his wife, Shawn Saylors; daughters, Shannon Saylors and Makenna Saylors; brother, Matt Saylors; step-father, Paris Combs and many other relatives and friends-including his brothers...
Janet M. Rinehart
Feb 13, 2022
Janet M. Rinehart, age 75 of Centerville, passed away Sunday, February 13, 2022 at Kettering Medical Center. She was born April 3, 1946 in Natick, Massachusetts, the daughter of the late Vorie and Harriet DeLong.Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Marcia Rhone (Myrick).Janet is survived by her husband of 55 years, Carl; sons, Carl...
Randall Rowe
Feb 12, 2022
Randall Rowe, age 65, of Huber Heights, passed away on February 12, 2022. He was born in Pikesville, Kentucky on July 4, 1956 to the late Leroy and Christina Rowe.He served his country by enlisting in the United States Navy, where he retired after 20 years of service. He enjoyed reading in his spare time, and he also loved to...
James "Jay" Wikstrom
Feb 12, 2022
James J. Wikstrom, age 44, of Escondido, CA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 12, 2022. Jay was born in San Diego, CA on October 5, 1977 to Peggy Sue Wikstrom & the late James Beaman. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his step-father who raised him, Paul Wikstrom; sister, Dori Huskins; and nephew, Matthew...
Angela Marie Baker
Feb 12, 2022
Angie, as most called her, was born in Rome, New York on 22 March 1945. She is survived by her older brother of nine years who now resides in Florida, her loving husband for fifty-five wonderful years, two delightful sons; Ryan and Paul, and three grandchildren; Brenden, Niley, and Eli, and her two very best friends; Sharon and Lin.Angie had...
Andrea Stoops
Feb 12, 2022
Andrea Stoops, age 58, passed away on February 12, 2022. She was born on March 28, 1963 in Santa Monica, California to Tommy and Patricia Stoops.She enjoyed going shopping and bird watching. She loved animals, especially her cats. She like to travel to Amish Country, and she was an avid reader.She was preceded in death by her parents, Tommy and...
Spencer B. Landor
Feb 12, 2022
Spencer Bruce Landor, age 77, of Dayton, passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022. He graduated from Roosevelt High School, Class of 1962. Spencer was a United States Air Force Veteran proudly serving during the Vietnam War. Spencer was an active member of Church of Christ Collegiate Heights under the direction of Minister Roger Henderson of Dayton, Ohio, serving as...
Vernon "Don" Frost
Feb 12, 2022
Vernon "Don" Frost age 98 who lived most of his life in West Carrollton and had been residing in Miamisburg got his Angel Wings on February 12, 2022.Don was a WWII Veteran. He worked at Frigidare/General Motors for 30 years, until he retired in 1976.Don and his loving wife Ellen spent 46 wonderful years enjoying retirement life. They celebrated 70...
Janet Elaine Pohl
Feb 12, 2022
Janet Elaine Pohl, age 67, of Bellbrook, a loving wife, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2022 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 24, 1954 in Dayton, Ohio to Robert and Shirley (Lowe) Beeghly. Janet was a graduate of Kiser High School, Class of 1973. After her long career in...
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