Obituaries

John Joseph Greenwood

John Joseph Greenwood

Mar 28, 2020

John Joseph Greenwood, age 57 of Dayton, Ohio passed away suddenly on March 28, 2020 due to a Cardiac event. John was born on April 30, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio to Joseph E. Greenwood and Martha (Alexander) Greenwood. He was preceded in death by his father; Joseph E. Greenwood, paternal grandparents; Joseph and Mary Greenwood, maternal grandparents; R. Edwin Alexander,...

Shelby Lynn Strunk

Shelby Lynn Strunk

Mar 28, 2020

With profound sadness we mourn the passing of our dear daughter, Shelby Lynn Strunk, age 22, who entered into eternal peace on March 28th, 2020. Shelby was born on January 7th, 1998 in Indianapolis,IN, to proud parents; John Strunk and Tammy Jones.Shelby grew up attending Southport High School as a happy and free spirited child with a strong love for...

Frank Gilbert Shelton

Frank Gilbert Shelton

Mar 28, 2020

Shelton, Frank Gilbert age 79, of Lakeview, Ohio passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2020. He was born in Clay, West Virginia on December 25, 1940 to the late Robert G. and Iva Shelton (nee Rhondes). He was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years, Margaret Sue Shelton (nee Naylor); brothers, Robert "Buddy" Shelton and Stephen Shelton. Frank...

Nancy Ann Laing

Nancy Ann Laing

Mar 28, 2020

Nancy Ann Laing, age 64 of Wilmington, DE, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2020. She was born February 12, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio. She was the daughter of Chester Littler and Blanche Denn.She was preceded in death by her mother, Blanche Denn; and sister Judy Littler.Nancy is survived by her son, Tom, and his wife, Stacey; husband and longtime friend...

Letha Mae Newell

Letha Mae Newell

Mar 28, 2020

Letha Mae Newell, age 59 of Miami Township, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2020 at her sister Frankie's home. She was born January 22, 1961 in Athens, Ohio the daughter of Frank and Maxine Delong.She is preceded in death by her Father; Frank J. Delong, Mother; Maxine Delong, sister; Faye Tudor and late husband; Larry Newell.Letha is survived by her...

James R. Bryant

James R. Bryant

Mar 28, 2020

James Robert Bryant, age 75 of Dayton, Ohio, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2020. He was born March 6, 1945 in Dry Creek, West Virginia to the late Reuben and Lilly Bryant.James retired from RTA after 20 years. James was a wonderful family man. He was kind, compassionate, hard-working and was a friend to everybody that knew him. He loved...

Theresa Lynn Hawthorne

Theresa Lynn Hawthorne

Mar 28, 2020

Theresa Lynn Hawthorne, age 45 of Dayton, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2020 at her home. She was born January 1, 1975 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of Richard T. Hawthorne and Debra (Adkins) Reigelsperger.She is preceded in death by her step-father, Kenneth Reigelsperger.In addition to her parents, Theresa is survived by her fiance, Kerry Lee Rutherford, Sr.; an aunt...

Beth Ann Russell

Beth Ann Russell

Mar 28, 2020

Beth Ann Russell, 64, of Kettering OH died Saturday, March 28, 2020 at her home. Beth was born in Tipton, IN on July 3, 1955 to Robert and Martha (McKay) Russell. In the summer of 1997 Beth met Michelle Bolt, and it was then she became a reluctant cat mom. The two were together 22 years and finally married August...

Ronald L. Bitzer

Ronald L. Bitzer

Mar 28, 2020

Bitzer, Ronald L. "Ronnie" age 66, of Medway, Ohio passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2020. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on August 23, 1953 to the late Elmer and Charlotte L. Bitzer (nee Schaefer). He was preceded in death by his sister, Pamela Bitzer Ashley; and brother, Elmer Bitzer Jr.. Ronnie is survived by his beloved sister, Linda...

Ronald Lee Lewis

Ronald Lee Lewis

Mar 28, 2020

Ronald Lee Lewis, age 74, of Xenia Township, passed away on March 28, 2020 at home surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Brenda Petrey Lewis and parents, Reavis "Red" and Claris Lewis. He is survived by: By his son and daughter-in-law, Ronald C. and Amy H. Lewis of Xenia Township and daughter...

James D. Huden

James D. Huden

Mar 28, 2020

Huden, James D., age 98 years, passed away on March 28, 2020. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 72 years, Elizabeth "Betty" Huden (nee Benkert). Survived by his four children, four grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. Graduated from Patterson Coop class of 1939, graduate of University of Dayton, retired from Ohio Aviation Co. after 30 years of service....

Edna Mae Wynn

Edna Mae Wynn

Mar 27, 2020

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Cathy Mackie

Cathy Mackie

Mar 27, 2020

Catherine M. Mackie, age 63 of Dayton, Ohio passed away Friday, March 27, 2020. She was born November 13, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio, the eldest child to the late Rev. James and Maxine Gabbard.Cathy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Besides her family, Cathy's life work was her singing ministry where she traveled the country singing gospel. Cathy...

Reatha M. Lawson

Reatha M. Lawson

Mar 26, 2020

Reatha M. Lawson, 84, of Dayton, OH, passed away on March 26, 2020.She was born on January 31, 1936 in Williamson, WV. Reatha spent her whole life raising her children and grandchildren. She loved to go to the casino and playing bingo. Reatha is survived by her loving children, Jill (Robert) Anderson, Robert (Cindy) Lawson, and Tina (Mike Fuller) Calton;...

Betty Mickey

Betty Mickey

Mar 26, 2020

Betty Mickey, age 95 of Centerville, reunited with her husband, James Mickey Sr. on March 26, 2020. She was born in Winston-Salem, NC on August 22, 1924 to the late Percy and Lucille (Williamson) Withers. She is survived by her children, Betsy (Fred) McDowell; Molly (Nick) Brodnicki, James (Debbie) Mickey Jr. and Robert (Janice) Mickey; grandchildren, James (Breann) Mickey III,...

Rose F. Taylor

Rose F. Taylor

Mar 25, 2020

Rose F. Taylor, 93, of Dayton returned home to her heavenly father on March 25, 2020. Rose resided at the Wood Glen Alzheimer's Community, and was a devoted caregiver to her parents. Rose was previously married to Earl Taylor and Frank Vandam, both who preceded her in death. Rose is now reunited with her loved ones who preceded her in...

Mel M. Zappia

Mel M. Zappia

Mar 25, 2020

Mel M. Zappia, age 59 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020. He was born December 14, 1960 in Endicott, New York, the son of Rocco and Loretta Zappia.He is preceded in death by his father, Rocco J. Zappia; and his grandparents, Michael and Rosina Zappia, Peter and Mary Minni.Mel is survived by his mother, Loretta V. Zappia; sister,...

Carl Gene White

Carl Gene White

Mar 25, 2020

White, Carl Gene "Stick" age 68, of Xenia, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. He was born in Florence, Kentucky on November 17, 1951 the late Shadrick D. and Flora E. White (nee Cain). He was preceded in death by his girlfriend, Debbie Robinette; brothers, Jerry White, Larry Sparks, Jimmy Sparks, Glen Sparks, William "Bill" White, Charles White,...

Joy Arlene Smith

Joy Arlene Smith

Mar 25, 2020

SMITH, Joy Arlene went to be with her Lord on March 25, 2020 at her residence, The Landings of Huber Heights. She was born in Haydenville, OH on September 8, 1927. She was preceded in death by her husband, Terry Wayne Smith, her parents Clarence and Sylvia Rieder, and all 6 of her siblings Victor, Roy, Opal, Theda, Bonna, and...

Joseph E. Mitchell, Sr.

Joseph E. Mitchell, Sr.

Mar 25, 2020

Joseph Elliott Mitchell, Sr., age 83 of Vandalia, passed away March 25, 2020. He was born August 18, 1936 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Ernest and Ester Mitchell. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Jean Mitchell; children: James Mitchell and Wanda Mitchell; and granddaughter, Chasity.Joe is survived by his children: Kathy...

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