Obituaries

Stephen M. Dove

Stephen M. Dove

Jul 2, 2020

Stephen "Steve" Matthew Dove, age 74, of Dayton, passed away July 2, 2020. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on October 18, 1945, the son of the late George and Leona Dove. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, George Warren Dove and Clifford Dove; sisters, Mary Lou McMurtrey, Margaret Dunn and Tressa Foust.Steve is survived by his...

Cameron Michael Henry

Cameron Michael Henry

Jul 2, 2020

Cameron Michael Henry, age 19 of Dayton, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2020. He was born May 21, 2001 in Lexington, Kentucky, the son of Clifford and Sandra Henry Jr..He is preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents, Clifford and Shirley Henry Sr., Carl and Reva Prater; and uncle, Carl Prater.Cameron is survived by his parents, Clifford and...

Viginia L. King

Viginia L. King

Jul 2, 2020

Virginia L. "Ginny" King, age 72 of Oakwood, Ohio passed away peacefully Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Kettering Medical Center. She was born May 24, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late George and Ruth Guthman. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years George D. King. She is survived by her daughter Kirstin Lentz, husband Timothy,...

Diane L. Pregon

Diane L. Pregon

Jul 2, 2020

Pregon, Diane L. age 59, of Dayton, Ohio passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2020. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on November 3, 1960 to Frank and Mary Pregon (nee Barkalow). She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Pregon. Diane is survived by her mother, Mary Pregon; siblings, Linda (Larry ) Smith, Dave (Sandie Adams) Pregon, and...

Donna Mae Frith

Donna Mae Frith

Jul 2, 2020

Donna Mae Frith, age 77 of Dayton, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born July 20, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio the daughter of Edward and Doretta Pollitt.Donna was a long time member of First Baptist Church of Northridge, where she enjoyed singing in the choir and with her family. She was also a member...

Brian T. Schroeder

Brian T. Schroeder

Jul 1, 2020

Brian T. Schroeder, age 41 of Englewood, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2020. He was born October 9, 1978 in Kettering, Ohio, the son of Robert Schroeder Sr. and Theresa Milligan.Brian was a family man, loving father, respected youth sports coach, basketball official and was well respected by his working peers. Brian is survived by his longtime love, Jennifer Schroeder;...

Melissa Sue Dalton-Baker

Melissa Sue Dalton-Baker

Jul 1, 2020

Melissa Sue Dalton-Baker, age 37, of Kettering, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. She was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Thomas Baker Jr. Melissa is survived by her loving husband of 11 years, Darron T. Baker; children, Addison M. Baker (age 7) and Samuel E. Baker (age 2); parents, Edward F. & Susan...

Marjorie Sowers

Marjorie Sowers

Jul 1, 2020

Marjorie Marie "Margie" Sowers, age 58 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born January 24, 1962 in Bradenton, Florida. Margie is preceded in death by her fiancé John G. Szues. She is survived by her father, Roger Dale (Valarie) Burton; two daughters, Tiffany Marie (Brandon) Keller and Kayla Marie (Josh Marlin) Sowers;...

Betty R. Smith

Betty R. Smith

Jul 1, 2020

Betty R. Smith, age 80, of Dayton, OH passed away July 1, 2020. Betty was born in Barnsville, Georgia on January 4, 1940 to B.J and Louise Mann. Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and a spectacular person. She did not see a flaw in anyone. She was loved by all who knew her....

Jerry Zimmerman

Jerry Zimmerman

Jul 1, 2020

Jerry "Z-Man" Zimmerman, age 79 of Dayton, crossed the finish line on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at St. Leonard CHI Living Community. He was born July 23, 1940 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Ralph and Helen Zimmerman. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Diane Baird.Jerry is survived by three children; daughter, Michelle Lee (Jeff) Briggs; son,...

Jeffrey A. Preyor

Jeffrey A. Preyor

Jun 30, 2020

Jeffrey "Jeff" Aaron Preyor, age 34, of Dayton, passed away June 30, 2020. He was born in Dayton, Ohio, on July 27, 1985, the son of Berlis Preyor. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, James Preyor; and his uncles, James "Jimmy" Preyor and Lamar Preyor, Sr. Jeff is survived by his mother, Berlis Preyor; his children, Adrianna Preyor,...

Jo-Ethel Thomas

Jo-Ethel Thomas

Jun 30, 2020

Jo-Ethel Thomas made her transition into eternal peace Tuesday, June 30, 2020, born June 23rd, 1946, in Greenwood, Mississippi, age 74. She was preceded in death by her husband, James R. (Dickey )Thomas; mother, Ethel Lee McGee; father, Joe Floyd; cherished Daughter, Pamela Renee Floyd; sisters, Dorothy (Jean) McGee Fisher and Florence Gaddis; brothers, Frank J Floyd and James E...

Travis Keith Lewis

Travis Keith Lewis

Jun 30, 2020

Travis Keith Lewis, age 63 of Xenia, Ohio passed away unexpectedly and went to be with the lord June 20, 2020. He was born June 3, 1957 in Bluefield, West Virginia the son of George and Elizabeth Lewis.Travis was a loving son, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Travis loved the Lord, he dedicated much of his time...

William E. Riley

William E. Riley

Jun 30, 2020

William E. "Bill" Riley, age 93, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at the Claremont Retirement Village. He was born July 10, 1926 in Bluefield, WV to the late Walter Lee Riley and Victoria (Williams) Riley. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Wilma (Thomas) Riley, son Michael...

Jeniphor Elizabeth Hruska

Jeniphor Elizabeth Hruska

Jun 30, 2020

HRUSKA, Jeniphor Elizabeth, 64, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at home with her family at her side. Jeniphor was born on January 6, 1956 to Frank Smyth and Jeniphor (MacMaster) Smyth who precede her in death, she was also preceded by three brother's, Robert, Frank and Greg Smyth, sister, Pat Spodnick and her beloved dog Queenie.Jeniphor leaves to cherish...

Terry James Miracle

Terry James Miracle

Jun 30, 2020

Terry James Miracle, age 55 of Dayton, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, after a lengthy illness. He was born May 29, 1965 in Dayton, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents, Sewell and Willie Jean Miracle; four brothers, Tom, Charles, Danny and David; and one sister, Sharon.Terry is survived by his two...

Ralph L. Fannin

Ralph L. Fannin

Jun 30, 2020

Ralph L. Fannin, age 81 of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born July 13, 1938 in Wrigley, Kentucky, the son of the late Ray Fannin and Inez Neely.Ralph is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Judy; sons, Scott (Jill ) Fannin, Kevin (Crista) Fannin; grandchildren, Colton (Brittany) Fannin, Chance Fannin;...

Barbara J. Potter

Barbara J. Potter

Jun 30, 2020

Barbara J. Potter, "Barb", age 76, of Kettering, passed away June 30, 2020. She was born November 29, 1943 in Cookeville, TN to the late William Cantrell and Edith Johnson. Barbara enjoyed following her grandsons around to sporting events, playing Bingo and traveling back home to TN. She was retired from GM Inland Division after 25 years of service. In...

David E. Denton

David E. Denton

Jun 30, 2020

David E. Denton, age 81 of Centerville, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Southview Hospital. He was born May 4, 1939 in Louisville, Kentucky the son of the late Charles and Edith Denton.David was a US Army veteran. He retired from SKS Corporation after 30 years. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his...

Elam Franklin Campbell

Elam Franklin Campbell

Jun 29, 2020

Elam Franklin Campbell, age 72, of Dayton, passed away on June 29, 2020. He was born in Anniston, Alabama on August 11, 1947, the son of the late Martin and Mary (Newell) Campbell. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, Kenny Campbell and Danny Campbell. Elam is survived by his children, Candy (Harve, Jr.) Smith, Lonnie...

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