Obituaries
Ansel Eugene "Pete" Lewis
Jul 8, 2026
Ansel Eugene "Pete" Lewis, age 78, of Huber Heights, passed away July 8, 2026. He was born August 31, 1947 in Urbana, Ohio. Pete was preceded in death by his father, John Lewis; mother, Nancy Cannon; sister, Sadie; and wife, Linda Lewis.
Pete is survived by his son and daughter-in-law: Dustin and Ashley Lewis; granddaughter: Lilyana Lewis; and stepson: David Spanel.
Pete...
James Raymond "Jim" Poling
Jul 8, 2026
James “Jim” Poling, age 62, of Fairborn, OH, passed away on July 8, 2026. He was born on June 14, 1964, in Dayton, OH, the son of Bruce and Trudy (Wagner) Poling. He remained in Dayton until 2025 when he relocated to Fairborn.
He was preceded in death by both parents; his wife, Sara (Grove) Poling; and sister, Theresa Hafle.
Those left...
Oleta Darcell York
Jul 8, 2026
Oleta Darcell York, age 74, of Dayton, Ohio, peacefully entered her eternal rest on July 8, 2026. Born on November 3, 1951, in Dayton, she is the cherished daughter of Denzil and Opal (Collins) Whitt.
Darcell was a deeply devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. For 57 beautiful years, she shared a life of love and commitment with her beloved husband,...
Brenda Arlette Morris
Jul 8, 2026
Brenda Arlette Morris, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 8, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. She was born on January 28, 1948, in Caryville, Tennessee, and across her 78 years, Brenda touched every life she encountered with her warmth, steadfast faith, and gentle strength.
To know Brenda was to understand true generosity and...
Melvin D. Castle
Jul 7, 2026
Melvin D. Castle, age 89, of Xenia, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 7, 2026. Melvin was born in Ottertail County, Minnesota on January 27, 1937 to the late Dorsey and Myrtle Castle.
Melvin was preceded in death by his parents and wife of 54 years, Esther Castle.
He is survived by daughter, Debbie (David) Rohrback; son, Eric (Chrissy) Castle;...
Carol "Suzie" Adams
Jul 7, 2026
Carol Sue "Suzie" Adams, age 79 of Vandalia, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on July 7, 2026. She was born November 23, 1946 in Dayton, Ohio. The daughter of the late Addie and Audrey (Nation) Broadstock.
Suzie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She went from a barmaid to finding the...
Kevin Ray Whitaker
Jul 6, 2026
Kevin Ray Whitaker passed away unexpectedly at his home of more than 30 years in Centerville, Ohio on July 6, 2026. He was 65. He rests today peacefully in his mother's arms, his father close at hand.
Kevin had a gift, the gift of connecting with people in deep, powerful, and enduring ways. He was at his best surrounded by people,...
Fatima Meadows
Jul 6, 2026
Fatima Meadows, age 95, of Beavercreek, passed away July 6, 2026. Fatima was born in Wheelwright, Kentucky on April 23, 1931 to the late Husane and Millie Mustafo.
Fatima married James Edward "Jimmy" Meadows on August 20, 1953, their marriage lasting for 64 years until his passing in 2017. She is also preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Bernette Lawson,...
Jacqueline Lee Voge
Jul 6, 2026
With hearts full of both sadness and gratitude for a life so beautifully lived, we remember Jacqueline Lee Voge, who passed peacefully away on July 6, 2026, in Springboro. Born October 15, 1939, in Dayton, Jacqueline was a radiant presence whose impact will remain forever etched in the lives of those who knew her.
Throughout her 86 years, Jacqueline was the...
Thomas M. McManus
Jul 6, 2026
Thomas M. McManus, born July 8, 1943, in Teaneck, New Jersey, passed away on July 6, 2026, in Kettering, Ohio. His life was marked by a deep dedication to his profession, a lifelong love of jazz, and a rich educational and service legacy.
Raised in Hackensack, New Jersey, Thomas embarked early on a path defined by learning and service. After graduating...
Irene Bell Hardy
Jul 5, 2026
Irene Hardy, beloved mother and devoted nurse passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on June 12, 1942, in Macon, Georgia, and lived a life defined by compassion, generosity, and unwavering love for her family.
As a dedicated nurse, Irene devoted her career to caring for others with kindness, skill, and empathy. She...
Betty Steely
Jul 5, 2026
Betty Steely, 85, of Riverside, Ohio passed away on July 5, 2026 at Soin Medical Center. Betty was born on February 26, 1941 to Mary and Peter Cline in Birchton, West Virginia. She was their first daughter and they named her Elizabeth Juanita, but she went by Betty most of her life. After graduating from Chapmanville High School, she left...
Carolean Hammersley
Jul 5, 2026
Carolean Hammersley, age 90, born January 1, 1936, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio.
Throughout her long and fulfilling life, Carolean was a gentle and comforting presence to all who knew her. Her deep Christian faith was a cornerstone of her existence; she placed her trust in Jesus Christ, and could often be...
Steven Michael Weakley
Jul 4, 2026
Steven Michael Weakley, age 60, passed away peacefully at home on July 4, 2026.
Steven attended Wayne High School as part of the Class of 1984. He dedicated more than 25 years of service to ABF Freight before retiring in 2025.
Steven had a laugh you could hear from a mile away and a smile that made everyone feel loved. He gave...
Margaret "Peggy" Ardell Ballard
Jul 4, 2026
Margaret “Peggy” Ardell Ballard of Centerville, Ohio passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at the age of 88. Peggy was born on April 25, 1938 in Antigo, Wisconsin, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Dorothy (Flader) Rammer. She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Ballard, whom she married on November 10, 1956...
Victor Ndayambaje
Jul 4, 2026
Victor Ndayambaje was born on June 22, 1988, in Rwanda, to Silas Mureramanzi and Juliette Mukandekezi. He departed this life on July 4, 2026, at the age of 38.
Victor loved people — openly, generously, and without reservation. Those who knew him will remember a man of ambition and intelligence who worked hard for everything he built, and who never let...
Chad Michael Leffel
Jul 4, 2026
Chad Michael Leffel, age 52 of Beavercreek, Ohio, passed away on July 4, 2026.
He was born in Dearborn, Michigan, on October 3, 1973, to Neal Howard and Delores Mae Leffel.
Chad was preceded in death by his infant brother, Kevin Lee; his paternal grandparents, Walter B. and Charline Evelyn Leffel; and his maternal grandparents, Frank Joseph and Theresa Celia Granz.
He is...
William "Bill" R. Nischwitz
Jul 4, 2026
William R. Nischwitz (Bill), age 75, passed away on Saturday July 4, 2026. He was a proud veteran of the US Army. He was also a 1969 graduate of Oakwood High School.
Bill is survived by his son Robert Nischwitz and his ex-wife and dear friend, MaryEllen Waldron.
To honor his wishes, there will be no services. To share a memory of...
Lynda May Florea
Jul 4, 2026
Lynda May Florea, cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 4, 2026, in Fairborn, Ohio. Born on May 28, 1941, in Jacksonville, Ohio, Lynda’s life was marked by devotion to her loved ones, steadfastness, and quiet strength.
A proud graduate of Bethel High School, Class of 1959, Lynda embarked on a remarkable...
William "Bill" Lee
Jul 3, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of William "Bill" Lee, who left us unexpectedly on July 3, 2026, at Miami Valley Hospital surrounded by family and friends.Bill was born on May 30, 1974 in Brookville, Ohio where he lived his entire life. Bill was the beloved son of Donald and Judith Lee, who have predeceased...
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