Obituaries

Thi Le Nguyen Nguyen

Thi Le Nguyen Nguyen

Jan 24, 2025

Thi Le Nguyen Nguyen, age 44, of Vietnam, sadly passed away on January 24th, 2025 in Beavercreek, Ohio after a long life of service and kindness. 

Nguyen was known for enjoying gardening, sharing stories with friends and listening to music. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt. Married to Tam Pham, they have two children. She always took care...

Glen Rowley Buell

Glen Rowley Buell

Jan 24, 2025

Glen Rowley Buell, (call sign KD8FAB), beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and esteemed member of his community, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025, in Beavercreek, Ohio, due to complications related to Parkinson’s disease. Born on January 10, 1931, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Glen’s life was woven from the threads of devotion to family, a relentless pursuit of knowledge, and...

Jeannette B. Breakfield

Jeannette B. Breakfield

Jan 24, 2025

Jeannette B. Breakfield, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on January 24, 2025, at the age of 67, in Miami Township, Ohio. Born on March 2, 1957, in Dayton, Ohio, Jeannette lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments that left a lasting imprint on all who knew her.

Jeannette worked for a number of years in...

Angela Mae Arnold

Angela Mae Arnold

Jan 23, 2025

Angela (Angel) Mae Arnold, age 90, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, at the Ohio Hospice of Dayton. She was born on November 18, 1934, in Ravenna, Kentucky to loving parents Harry and Ethel (Hunt) Richardson. 

As one of ten siblings within the large Richardson family, the five brothers and four sisters shared a close family bond and strong Baptist...

Richard Allen Rogers

Richard Allen Rogers

Jan 23, 2025

Richard Allen Rogers, age 83 of Dayton, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025. He was born November 6, 1941 in Louisville, Kentucky the son of the late John and Flora Rogers. He graduated from Springboro High School. Richard served his Country in the United States Marine Corps. He had a long career working in Security for ARMCO. He was a...

Jacqueline Elaine Leonard

Jacqueline Elaine Leonard

Jan 23, 2025

Jacqueline Elaine Leonard, age 79 of Dayton, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025. She was born September 6, 1945 in Port Townsend, Washington, the daughter of the late John and Frances Leonard.

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death her sister, Barbara Ann Mahaney.

Jacqueline is survived by her nephew, Bryan Mahaney (Sandra); her niece, Kristine Lawwill (Madison); brother-in-law, Michael...

Benjamin Leonard Huffman

Benjamin Leonard Huffman

Jan 23, 2025

Benjamin Leonard Huffman, born on June 2, 1993, in Kettering, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on January 23, 2025, in Riverside, Ohio. He was a beloved son, brother, father, and friend, who touched the lives of all who knew him with his silly, fun, and goofy personality. His memorable chest-shaking deep laugh will be dearly missed by family and friends alike.

Benjamin...

Eugene "Geno" Gerard Werling

Eugene "Geno" Gerard Werling

Jan 23, 2025

Eugene "Geno" Gerard Werling, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was born on March 8, 1938, in Dayton, Ohio. He left this world peacefully on January 23, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with congestive heart failure. His legacy will endure through the hearts of those he cherished most—the family he held so dear.

To many, Geno was a...

Mary Helen Hoelscher

Mary Helen Hoelscher

Jan 23, 2025

Mary Helen Hoelscher, a beloved matriarch and vibrant presence in the lives of many, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in her hometown of Dayton, Ohio. Born on June 26, 1934, she lived a full and cherished life, dedicated to her family and community.

Mary was a retiree from Hewitt Soap Company, where she forged...

Thomas Martin Garver

Thomas Martin Garver

Jan 23, 2025

Thomas Martin Garver, born in Dayton, Ohio on September, 27th 1950, passed away on January 23rd, 2025 at age 74 in Louisville, Kentucky. Tom had lived the past few years in the small town of Vevay, Indiana to be closer to his son, Brian. Tom attended Stivers High School in Dayton and earned an associate degree in communications from Sinclair...

William Billings Mann

William Billings Mann

Jan 22, 2025

William Billings Mann, "Bill" age 98 of Dayton, Ohio passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Miami Valley Hospital South. He was born March 18, 1926 in Portland, Maine, the son of the late Virgil Augustus and Margaret Francis Billings Mann. 

Born at St. Barnabas Hospital in Portland, Maine. Bill spent his first 18 years in Portland and has been a...

Rhonda Crigler

Rhonda Crigler

Jan 22, 2025

Rhonda Crigler, a radiant spirit who illuminated the lives of all who knew her, passed away on January 22, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Born on August 15, 1967, in Memphis, Tennessee, Rhonda was the embodiment of joy and warmth, a woman whose laughter echoed in every room and whose heart welcomed everyone without reservation.

A devoted wife to her loving husband,...

Judy Earlene Howard

Judy Earlene Howard

Jan 22, 2025

Judy Earlene Howard, age 78, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025. Judy was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on July 15, 1946 to the late Elmo and Goldie Bell Linville. Judy is preceded in death by her parents, her sisters, Carol Jean and Ruth, and cherished companion Dennis.  She was also preceded in death by the...

Danny Hayes

Danny Hayes

Jan 22, 2025

Danny R. Hayes, affectionately known as "Face," passed away on January 22, 2025, his “last call”, at the age of 71 in Russells Point, Ohio. Born on November 20, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio, Danny was a man of remarkable spirit and character, leaving an indelible mark on all those who had the pleasure of knowing him.

He is survived by his...

Mary M. Drysdale

Mary M. Drysdale

Jan 22, 2025

Mary M. Drysdale, born January 27, 1943 entered eternal rest with the Father on  January 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be deeply missed by all.

Her biggest accomplishment in life is the love and caring she had, not just for her family and friends, but for all people. She...

Art Holley, Jr.

Art Holley, Jr.

Jan 22, 2025

Art Holley, Jr. of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on January 22, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on February 3, 1967, he was a pillar of love and laughter in the lives of those who knew him. A funny, goofy, and loving personality, Art was a true people person who touched the hearts of many and formed connections that...

Jordan Matthew Stone (Jstone)

Jordan Matthew Stone (Jstone)

Jan 21, 2025

Jordan Matthew Stone, known to his friends as Jstone—because why not add a touch of mystery to a short life—was born on July 10, 2000, in the bustling metropolis of Dayton, OH. He eventually shuffled off this mortal coil on January 21, 2025, also in Dayton, because apparently, he just couldn’t get enough of the place.

Now, Jordan had quite the...

Col. Thomas Michael "Mike" Sellers

Col. Thomas Michael "Mike" Sellers

Jan 21, 2025

On Tuesday, 21 January 2025, Col. Thomas ‘Mike’ Sellers, USAF (Ret), died, shortly after consulting with his wife of 57 years, Viola Irma Gonzales Sellers. In a state of delirium, his final words were to his eldest son, Sean, whom he instructed to call his brother, Pat. The three of them needed to hurry to the dealership and spend the...

Michael S. Gallon

Michael S. Gallon

Jan 20, 2025

Michael S. Gallon, a dedicated firefighter and EMT, passed away on January 20, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on May 5, 1954, Michael lived a life marked by his unwavering commitment to serving his community and his compassionate nature.

Michael was well-respected in his profession, known not only for his skilled response to emergencies but also for the kindness...

Harry L. Long Jr.

Harry L. Long Jr.

Jan 20, 2025

Harry L. Long Jr., of West Carrollton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on February 28, 1938, he was a cherished member of his community and is remembered fondly for his kind spirit and infectious humor.

Harry was a proud graduate of Springfield High School, where he laid the foundation for a life...

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