Obituaries
Kathleen Kay
Jan 13, 2026
Kathleen "Kathy" Kay, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. Born on December 6, 1946, in Brooklyn, New York, Kathleen was known for her sassy humor, unwavering faith in God, and an infectious spirit that brightened the lives of everyone around her.
Kathleen cherished her family deeply, leaving behind a legacy...
Malou "Meme" Arch
Jan 12, 2026
Malou "Meme" Arch, age 84 of Riverside, Ohio passed away on January 12, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton Facility surrounded by loved ones. She was born March 7, 1941 in Nice, France.
Malou retired from Rike's Fine Jewelry Store after years of dedicated service. While there she was awarded several awards for her outstanding service. Malou finished her employment journey at...
Vern I. Wray
Jan 12, 2026
Vern I. Wray, age 99 of Kettering, Ohio, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026 at Bethany Village Nursing Home. She was born in Johnson Fork, Jackson, Breathitt County, Kentucky on October 30, 1926. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister.
Vern is preceded in death by her husband, Albert "Sam" Wray; father, Howard H. Vest; Mother, Zola...
Celeste E. Carter "Nanny"
Jan 12, 2026
Celeste E. Carter (Nanny), was born on January 15,1963, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, just three days before her 63rd birthday. She was born to the late Otis Jr., and Jacqueline Carter. She lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her family. She accepted Christ in her life at a young age and was a...
Dave Reece
Jan 12, 2026
Charles David Reece, a loving husband, daddio, poppy, brother, and friend, entered Heaven on January 12, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio, at the age of 79. Born on December 19, 1946, in Shields, Kentucky, Dave was a man whose life was filled with laughter, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to his family and community.
For over 40 years, Dave was the proud...
Virginia Lee Dixon Talbott
Jan 11, 2026
Virginia Lee Dixon Talbott, age 92 , transitioned peacefully on January 11, 2026 in Dayton, Ohio. She was born on June 26, 1933, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Carrie Dixon and Glenn Dixon. Virginia lived a long life marked by resilience, devotion to family, and a quiet strength.
She was raised in Richmond, Indiana, where she attended Richmond High. From...
Bette C. Atwater
Jan 11, 2026
Bette C. Atwater (Carr) peacefully transitioned from this life on January 11, 2026, at the age of 85. She was born on March 1, 1940, in Durham, North Carolina, to the late William (Sr.) and the late Alma (Masterson) Carr. Not long after her birth, the family returned to Wilberforce, Ohio. Bette led her family to become members of Zion...
Jon D. Waltman
Jan 11, 2026
Jon D. Waltman, affectionately known to nearly everyone as “Big Jon,” passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 57. Born and raised in Lewisburg, Ohio, Jon carried the spirit of his hometown with him throughout his life. He was a proud 1986 graduate of Tri-County North High School, where he first discovered the love of sports that...
Richard L. Rush
Jan 11, 2026
Richard Rush, 84, of Bellbrook, Ohio, passed away on January 11, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. He was born on July 5, 1941, in Burkesville, Kentucky; the son of Guy Rush and Peggy Lee Wharton nee’ Lee.
Richard is preceded in death by his loving wife Guila of 46 years, his parents, his brother Rondall Rush and his sister Debrah Mattingly.
Richard is...
Gene Dutiel
Jan 11, 2026
Gene Dutiel, age 83 of Dayton, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born April 3, 1942 in Vernon, Ohio the son of the late, Herbert and Anna Belle Duteil.
Gene proudly served his country in the United States Navy in the Korean War. He made connections with VFW and Moose Lodges in the area. In...
Rachel Carr
Jan 11, 2026
Rachel Carr, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend to many, softly departed from this world on January 11, 2026, at the age of 95, in Dayton, Ohio. Born on June 11, 1930, in the picturesque Breathitt County, Kentucky, Rachel graced the lives of those around her with her enthusiastic spirit and sweet disposition.
For 32 years, Rachel dedicated her career to...
Linda Gail Hutchison
Jan 11, 2026
Linda Gail (Turner) Hutchison, passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on January 24, 1947, in Rockwood, Tennessee, Linda led a life filled with love, independence, and unwavering support for those around her.
A proud graduate of Stebbins High School, Class of 1965, Linda went on to enjoy a successful career as a bookkeeper. She shared...
Jack F. Weber
Jan 11, 2026
Jack F. Weber, age 85 of Dayton, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born February 13, 1940 in Hamilton, Ohio the son of the late George and Marie Weber.
Jack graduated from Hamilton Catholic and Miami University of Ohio. He worked for City of Dayton Civil Service for 30 years. He also served his country...
Susie A. Olds
Jan 10, 2026
Susie Anne Olds was born on January 16, 1954, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to parents, Richard Alfonso and Willie Mae Olds where she grew up in the Oakland section of the city. Susie went home to be with the Lord on January 10, 2026.
Susie was an avid reader known for her thirst for knowledge, which she instilled in her children. She...
Jimmy R. Poole
Jan 10, 2026
Jimmy R. Poole, passed away on January 10, 2026, in Tipp City, Ohio, at the age of 78. Born on April 14, 1947, in Inman, Virginia, he lived a life full of passion and joy, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and generosity.
Jimmy retired from Flowserve, formerly known as Duriron. He dedicated himself to his work while ensuring that his...
Edward Wayne Panzer Sr.
Jan 10, 2026
Edward Wayne Panzer Sr. was born on November 20, 1940, in Buffalo, NY, and passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. He dedicated a significant part of his life to serving his country, spending 21 years as an aircraft crew chief/mechanic in the United States Air Force. Ed's military service was a source of pride for him...
David L. Barrett Sr.
Jan 10, 2026
David L. Barrett Sr., age 66 of New Carlisle, went to be with the Lord on January 10, 2026. He was born October 29, 1959 in Dayton, Ohio, son of the late George and Zella (Lentz) Barrett.
David was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a graduate of Tecumseh High School in New Carlisle, Ohio. He later...
Kisil A. Bullock
Jan 10, 2026
Kisil Anthony Bullock was born in Trenton, New Jersey on February 26, 1962 and passed away on January 10, 2026 in Dayton, Ohio.
Kisil spent his formative years traveling internationally as a military child along with his mother, Shirley McCoy and Stepfather William H Mccoy and brother, John Bullock. Most of the years were spent in Germany. However, during summer vacations...
Anthony Roy "Tony" Branim
Jan 10, 2026
Anthony Roy "Tony" Branim, age 59, of Dayton, passed away January 10, 2026. Anthony was born in Dayton, Ohio on December 7, 1966 to Nettie and the late Benjamin Branim.
Anthony was preceded in death by his father; wife of 30 years, Kimberly Branim; sister, Judy Morgan; as well as his nephew, Justin Thomas.
He is survived by daughters, Angelique (Robert) Branim-Jones...
Vincent Barrera Solis
Jan 10, 2026
Vincent Solis, born on January 22, 1931, in Jimenez, Mexico, passed away peacefully in Huber Heights, Ohio, on January 10, 2026, at the age of 94. A devoted family man and a cherished friend, Vincent will be remembered for his vibrant personality and great sense of humor.Vincent’s early education took place in a small town school in Jimenez, where he...
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