Obituaries

Jerry Geswein

Jerry Geswein

Jun 4, 2021

Jerry L. Geswein, age 68, of Medway, passed away June 4, 2021. He was born September 18, 1952 in Dayton, Ohio to the late William and Clara Geswein. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his daughter, Jody Geswein; and brothers: William Geswein and Richard Geswein.Jerry is survived by his daughter, Jessica Anton (Zack); grandchildren: Ryley...

Harold Charles Moore

Harold Charles Moore

Jun 4, 2021

Harold Charles Moore, age 78 of New Carlisle, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, June 4, 2021. He was born April 27, 1943 in Columbus, Ohio, the son of Orlo and Dorothy Moore.Harold proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1965. He worked for the Flowserve Company for 31 years as a...

Rev. Dixiestanley French

Rev. Dixiestanley French

Jun 4, 2021

Rev. Dixie Stanley French, age 85, Kettering, died on June 4, 2021. She was born December 10, 1935 in Jackson, OH to the late Ernest & Donna (Sanders) Stanley. In addition to her parents, Dixie was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph French and sister, Autumn Stanley. Dixie majored in music at Ohio State University. Her love of music...

Maria Ann Allen

Maria Ann Allen

Jun 4, 2021

Maria Ann Allen, age 54 of Kettering, passed away on June 4, 2021 after a very lengthy illness. She was born on September 11, 1966 in Dayton, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her mother, Winifred Ann Allen and grandparents, Richard (Jewell) Thum. She is survived by her father, Frederick Eugene Allen; sister, Helen (Ronnie) Young; nephews, Vincent K....

Karl Lee Dicken

Karl Lee Dicken

Jun 3, 2021

Karl Lee Dicken, of Dayton, peacefully passed away on June 3, 2021 after a short illness, following a very long, healthy life of independent living. Lee was born on July 17, 1925 in Prairie Depot, Wood County, Ohio, son of Karl C. Dicken and Elwina L. Dicken. He was a veteran of WW2 serving in the Army Air Corps as...

Joseph James Orlowski

Joseph James Orlowski

Jun 3, 2021

Joseph James Orlowski, age 75 of Beavercreek, Ohio died of an aortic dissection unexpectedly on June 3rd 2021 at Kettering Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio. His passing leaves a gaping chasm in the hearts of those he left behind. Born in Parris Island, South Carolina Feb. 2, 1946 to a Marine family; his father was Joseph J Orlowski and his...

Chief Elmer Ward Jr

Chief Elmer Ward Jr

Jun 3, 2021

Chief Master Sergeant Samuel Elmer Ward Jr., retired, of Beavercreek, Ohio was called home to be with the Lord Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Hospice of Dayton at the age of 82. He was born October 24, 1938 in Miami, Florida, the son of Samuel E. and Anna Ward, who have gone before him.Sam proudly served his country for more...

Robert T. Gault

Robert T. Gault

Jun 3, 2021

Robert T. Gault "Bob", age 77 of Centerville, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2021. He was born on October 24, 1943 in Dayton, OH to the late Roy and Anna (Kinney) Gault. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his brother, Mike Gault.He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Sue; daughter, Teri...

Stephen E. Kinder

Stephen E. Kinder

Jun 3, 2021

Stephen E. Kinder, age 58 of Beavercreek, OH passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021. He was born May 25, 1963 at Wright Patterson AFB , Ohio to Earl and Ella Mae (Tolley) Kinder. He married Tina Rose on August 28, 2014 in Fairborn, OH. Steve, known to his friends as Bear, graduated from Xenia High School in 1983. He...

Julius Lewis

Julius Lewis

Jun 3, 2021

Julius Lewis, 70, of Dayton, Ohio passed away June 3, 2021 in the Hospice of Dayton. Julius was born in Brooklyn, New York on April 10, 1951 to Mary Lee (nee Dow) and David "Duke" Lewis.Along with his parents, Julius is preceded in death by his brothers, Levon and Marvin Lewis.He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years,...

Virginia L. Alexander

Virginia L. Alexander

Jun 3, 2021

Virginia L. Alexander, age 92 of Dayton, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born October 4, 1928 in Johnsville, Ohio, the daughter of the late William and Henrietta Helmich.She is preceded in death by her husband, James D. Alexander; son, Jeffery Dean Alexander; and grandson, Matthew Alexander.Virginia is survived by her children, Vicki Boggs,...

Paul King

Paul King

Jun 3, 2021

Paul "Junie" King, age 84 of Huber Heights, Ohio, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born October 9, 1936 in Campton, Kentucky to the late Corsie and Stella King. Junie was a wonderful husband and father. He grew up in Appalachia, worked for Allis-Chalmers in Cincinnati and later moved to Dayton, Ohio where he...

Janice Rose Lute

Janice Rose Lute

Jun 3, 2021

Janice Rose Lute, age 79 of Huber Heights, Ohio, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Kettering Medical Center. She was born February 18, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Leonard and Clara Kibby.Janice was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was the nicest, most loving and supportive mother and nana anyone could have. She was known...

Donald R. Pratt

Donald R. Pratt

Jun 3, 2021

Donald R. Pratt, "Don", age 80, of Miami Township, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021,He was born March 9, 1941 in Hardburly, Kentucky. Don proudly served in the US Air Force at McGuire Air Force Base. He was a member of the Moraine City Eagles, Miamisburg Moose and the American Legion Kettering Post 598.Don was preceded in death by his...

Curtis Lynn Gartenmayer

Curtis Lynn Gartenmayer

Jun 2, 2021

Curtis was born in Oxnard California on August 28, 1952 raised in Key West Fla. He passed away peacefully at his home in Dayton, Ohio with family around him. Curtis has left this life to be with the Lord and reunite with family in heaven on 6/2/21. He served his country in the Army Airborne Division 1969-1972. Curtis loved his...

Shannon Ruth Mcnamara-Hoskins

Shannon Ruth Mcnamara-Hoskins

Jun 2, 2021

It is with deepest sadness that the family of Shannon Ruth McNamara-Hoskins announces her passing on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at the age of 41.Shannon will be fondly remembered by many as a vibrant, loving and nurturing soul, as a mother, a daughter, a nurse, a wife and a very dear friend.Shannon loved the beach and sunny days. She enjoyed...

Betty L. Bolden

Betty L. Bolden

Jun 2, 2021

Betty L. Bolden, age 75, of West Milton, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021. Betty is survived by her husband, Roger L. Bolden; step-children, Roger Dale (Dee) Bolden, Kimberly Lynn (Dave) Wabler; grandchildren, Brittany Bonilla and Jeramie (Ashley) Bolden; great-grandchildren, Isabell, Hunter and Kolton; mother-in-law, Edith Bolden; brother-in-law, Rocky Wayne Bolden; sister-in-law, Barbara (Woody) Layman; and many other relatives...

Lucy Celia Tortoriello

Lucy Celia Tortoriello

Jun 1, 2021

Lucy Celia Tortoriello, age 79 of Kettering, passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at Kettering Medical Center. She was born August 17, 1941 in Dayton, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her mother, Elsie (Lee) Pease; and sister, Linda McCormick. Lucy is survived by her children, Paul (Kristin) Tortoriello, Michelle Schmitz, and Nicholette Vicol; 10 grandchildren, Max, Raymond, Vincent,...

Laci Marie Thomas

Laci Marie Thomas

Jun 1, 2021

Laci Marie "Lacibug" Thomas, passed away on June 1st, 2021, at the age of 17 years old, in a tragic car accident. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on July 3rd, 2003, to parents, William (Melissa) Thomas and Shauna (Joey) Milano.Laci was very involved in various activities and had many friends who loved her. She was always there for everyone...

Steven Jay Suiter

Steven Jay Suiter

Jun 1, 2021

Steven Jay Suiter, age 77 of Kettering, passed away on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at Kettering Medical Center. He was born on December 8, 1943 in Middletown, Ohio to the late Jay and Marian Suiter. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his cousin Michael Schell.Steve is survived by his partner, Anastasia Christopher and her daughter...

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