Obituaries
Darrel Stewart
Jun 19, 2025
Darrel Stewart, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather,and friend, passed away on June 19, 2025, in Kettering, Ohio, at the age of 90. Born on February 14, 1935, in Harlan, Kentucky, Darrel dedicated over 35 years to his career as a truck driver with ABF, where he was recognized for his exceptional driving skill with a safety award for driving...
Kirk Morris
Jun 19, 2025
Kirk Morris, age 66 of Beavercreek, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025. He was born June 12, 1959 in Norton, Virginia, the son of Lowell Morris and Gloria Goldson.
Kirk graduated from Park Hills High School in the class of 1977. After high school, he attended Hocking College and moved to Idaho to perfect his trade in forestry. He then proudly...
Vicky Swart
Jun 18, 2025
Vicky Swart, 76, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard Swart, and by her parents Wayne Warren and Elaine Warren. She was a 1967 graduate of Springfield North High School in Springfield, Ohio. She worked as a Registered X-ray Technician for more than 35 years. Vicky worked in various hospitals, doctors’...
Peter Wilhelm Schilling
Jun 18, 2025
Peter Schilling passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025. He was preceded in death by both of his parents, sister, Brigitta Riedesel and wife Marlene of 56 years. Peter, is survived by 2 sons, Lars (Lisa) Schilling and Christian (Heather) Schilling, 9 grandchildren: Seth (Brittany) Schilling, Brent (Anna) Schilling, Justice Schilling, Monika (Matt) Wright, Summer Schilling, Clay (Gillian) Schilling, River...
Tonja Lynn "Toni" Fisher
Jun 18, 2025
Tonja Lynn "Toni" Fisher, age 66, of Xenia, passed away June 18, 2025. Toni was born in Xenia, Ohio on September 22, 1958 to the late Gordon and June Adams.
Toni was preceded in death by her parents; son, Brandon Fisher; as well as her nephews, Jared Adams and Joey Adams.
She is survived by brothers, Steve (Cindy) Adams, Larry (Anita) Adams...
Bonnie Jean Pierce
Jun 18, 2025
Bonnie Jean Pierce, age 83, of West Milton, passed away June 18, 2025. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 pm on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery, North Dixie Drive.
Arrangements by Newcomer Funeral Home, North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Road, Dayton. To share a memory of Bonnie or to leave her family a special message,...
Ellis Stamper
Jun 18, 2025
James "Ellis" Stamper, age 81, of Dayton, passed away peacefully, at home, surrounded by his family on June 18, 2025. He was born July 25, 1943 in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Roy and Zetta Stamper. In addition to his parents, Ellis was preceded in death by his wife, Melisa Stamper; brothers and sisters: Ray Stamper, Dewey Stamper, Roy Stamper...
Cheryl Louise Leis
Jun 18, 2025
Cheryl Louise Leis, born on January 15, 1956, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on June 18, 2025, in Kettering, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family. Cheryl was a vibrant and spirited woman whose presence brought light and laughter to those who knew her.
An outspoken individual with an outgoing nature, Cheryl never hesitated to share a chuckle, her goofy sense of...
Terrance "Terry" Harden
Jun 18, 2025
Terrance "Terry" Harden, born on August 20, 1943, in London, England, departed this life on June 18, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio. Terry was a beloved figure whose presence brought warmth and kindness to everyone he met.
Terry dedicated a significant portion of his life to his career at General Motors, where he worked diligently until his retirement. He took pride in...
Carl L. Yates, Jr.
Jun 18, 2025
Carl L. Yates, Jr. passed away on June 18, 2025, in his hometown of Dayton, Ohio, at the age of 75. Born on November 3, 1949, he was a lifelong resident of this vibrant city, known for his warmth, humor, and larger-than-life personality.
Carl dedicated many years of his life as a mill operator at the Hewitt Soap Company, where he...
Earl Howard
Jun 18, 2025
Earl Richard Howard, age 91 of Beavercreek, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025. He was born December 17, 1933 in Wayland, Kentucky the son of the late Isdora and Grace Howard (nee Gibson).
Earl retired from Delco Moraine and built homes as a hobby.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife in June of 2020, Nola...
Ida Mae Peavler
Jun 17, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ida Mae Peavler age 94, our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She passed away in her home surrounded by her family on June 17th 2025. She was born on March 11,1931 in Lincoln County, Kentucky daughter of the late Elmer and Ethel Kirkpatrick.
She married the love of her...
Robert Mason Hazlett
Jun 17, 2025
Robert Mason Hazlett, "Bob," age 75 of Washington Twp., passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Respiratory and Nursing Center of Dayton. He was born November 2, 1949 in Huntington, West Virginia.
Bob graduated from West Carrollton High School Class of 1968, where he made lifelong friends. He is a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and served his...
Jerry Allen Woodbury
Jun 17, 2025
Jerry Allen Woodbury , age 68 of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Victory Ridge at the Dayton V.A. Hospice. He was born October 20, 1956 in Willard, Ohio, the son of the late Francis and Elizabeth Woodbury.
Jerry graduated from Stivers High School Class of 1974, where he was a part of the alumni and reunion committees. He...
Evelyn M. Gilmer
Jun 17, 2025
Evelyn M. Gilmer, age 95 of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025. She was born July 28, 1929 in Xenia, Ohio the daughter of the late Maynard and Jessie Taylor.
Evelyn is a longtime member of Kettering Baptist Church. She has always maintained a strong faith in the Lord. She worked as a bookkeeper for various grocery retailers in the...
Gregory Neil Fowler II
Jun 17, 2025
Gregory Neil Fowler II, age 40 of Miamisburg, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025. He was born September 26, 1984 in Norfolk, Virginia the son of Vicki and the late Gregory Fowler. He had a long career in roofing working primarily for the Mass Bay Company. He loved spending time outside, especially camping and kayaking. Gregory had a great sense...
Mary L. Pregon
Jun 17, 2025
Mary Lee Pregon passed away peacefully at home on June 17, 2025, at the age of 94. Born in Germantown, Ohio, on December 29, 1930, Mary led a life characterized by kindness, love, and a quiet yet profound strength.
Mary graduated from Germantown High School in 1949, where she distinguished herself by achieving an impeccable attendance record, honored for no tardies...
Paul Adams
Jun 17, 2025
Paul Adams, 78, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025. He was predeceased by Rosie (Gose) Adams—the love of his life and devoted wife of 56 years, and by their first-born infant son. The cherished father of Paula (Bryan) Perkins and Ryan (Marla) Adams. The “Papaw” of Brody and Anna Perkins; Kayla Moore; Nicole, Andrew, and Josiah Adams; and Matthew...
Michael J. Hay
Jun 16, 2025
Michael Joseph Hay, known as “Mike”, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on April 24, 1945, in Louisville, Kentucky, Mike dedicated a significant portion of his life to a career at General Motors - Harrison Radiators.
Throughout his life, Mike was a passionate individual with hobbies; he was an avid reader, who immersed himself...
JoAnn (Karl) Bitcas
Jun 16, 2025
JoAnn (Karl) Bitcas, 95, of Clearwater, Florida, passed away on June 16, 2025 to be reunited with her dear husband, Gabriel (Gabe) Bitcas. They were married for 67 years when he passed away April 12, 2018.
She was born on April 22, 1930, in Old North Dayton, Ohio, to Henry and Anna Karl. JoAnn graduated from Kiser High School, Class of...
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