Obituaries

Lorene Black

Lorene Black

Nov 26, 2024

Lorene Black, age 92 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully at her home on November 26, 2024. She was born August 10, 1932 in Busy, Kentucky daughter of the late John Campbell and Nettie Campbell - Barnes.

Lorene was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She retired for Elder Beerman after 30 plus years of...

D. Christine Wuebben

D. Christine Wuebben

Nov 26, 2024

D. Christine Wuebben, age 92 of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024. She was born December 5, 1931 in Lancaster, Kentucky the daughter of the late George and Fannie Middleton. Christine was the matriarch of the Middleton family and she took on the role of everyone's mom when a sibling would pass. She was beloved by everyone she touched...

Janice Maria Davis Wilson

Janice Maria Davis Wilson

Nov 25, 2024

Janice Maria Davis Wilson, 76, passed away on November 25, 2024 in Middleburg, Florida. 

Born in Dayton, Ohio in 1947, she graduated from Beavercreek High School in 1966. Following school, she worked for over 40 years in Civil Service at the Defense Electronics Supply Center in Kettering, Ohio and then the Child Care Center at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida. 

She was...

Ava Anne Jones

Ava Anne Jones

Nov 25, 2024

Ava Anne Jones, age 32 of Huber Heights, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2024. She was born November 14, 1992 in Dayton, Ohio daughter of Mark and Mary Jones. 

Ava was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. Her son Knox was the light of her life. Ava was known for her vibrant personality and endless kindness....

Steven Joel Takiff

Steven Joel Takiff

Nov 25, 2024

Steven Joel Takiff, age 83 of Centerville, passed away Monday, November 25, 2024. He was born October 7, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois the son of the late Sam and Nettie Takiff. He graduated from New Trier High School, earned his Bachelors and master degrees from the University of Michigan, and earned his PHD in mathematics from the University of Illinois....

Kelly Ryan Hurt

Kelly Ryan Hurt

Nov 25, 2024

Kelly Ryan Hurt, age 44 of Miamisburg, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024. He was born January 12, 1980 in Middletown, Ohio.

Kelly graduated from Miamisburg High School Class of 1998. He was formerly employed with Appleton Papers and was currently employed as a shift team leader with Essity in Middletown for the last 12 years. In his free time,...

Russell Vann Miller Sr.

Russell Vann Miller Sr.

Nov 25, 2024

Russell Vann Miller Sr., a beloved figure in his community and a cherished family member, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on February 13, 1937, in Dayton, Ohio, lived a life marked by his unwavering faith and deep commitment to his family.

Throughout his career, Russell was known for his diverse roles, including his...

Marty Marcum

Marty Marcum

Nov 25, 2024

Marty Marcum, age 66 of Kettering, passed away Monday, November 25, 2024. He was born March 2, 1958 in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Leonard "Eddie" and Elizabeth Marcum.

Marty graduated from Beavercreek High School in the class of 1976. He also attended Sinclair Community College and earned his Bachelor's Degree from Wright State. He retired, after 30 years of service...

Jack Moody

Jack Moody

Nov 25, 2024

Jack Moody, a beloved figure whose life was marked by laughter and resilience, passed away peacefully at home in Huber Heights, Ohio on November 25, 2024, at the age of 88. He was born on February 24, 1936, in Glouster, Ohio, to Carl Sr. and Thelma Moody.

Jack was a proud veteran who honorably served in the U.S. Marine Corps. His...

Jeffrey Cason

Jeffrey Cason

Nov 25, 2024

Jeffrey Cason, a vibrant spirit whose laughter echoed through the hearts of many, was born on June 25, 1963, in Hagerstown, Maryland. He departed this life on November 25, 2024, in Dayton, Ohio, leaving behind a mosaic of cherished memories imprinted upon the lives he touched.

A proud member of the Centerville High School Class of 1981, Jeffrey’s journey through life...

Doris Marie McGuire

Doris Marie McGuire

Nov 25, 2024

Doris Marie McGuire, born on July 24, 1937, in Mount Sterling, KY, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024, in Dayton, OH. She was a cherished daughter, a beloved mother, and a treasured grandmother whose spirit and zest for life left a lasting imprint on all who knew her.

Doris was the daughter of Nancy and Stanley Anderson, who preceded her...

Linda Su Shook

Linda Su Shook

Nov 24, 2024

We are saddened to announce the loss of our mother, Linda Su Shook. She passed away Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. She was at peace. Although unexpected, we are grateful that her passing was an easy transition. 

She was preceded in death by our father, Howard “Buddy” Shook, a carpenter who, with his father and grandfather, worked on a large percentage of...

Eric Rae Whittaker

Eric Rae Whittaker

Nov 24, 2024

Eric Rae Whittaker, age 59 of Centerville, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024. He was born March 2, 1965 in Xenia, Ohio the son of the late Pauline Whittaker. Eric had a long career as a sales manager with Logan Master Appliance. He was an avid football fan and followed the Ohio State, the Cincinnati Bengals, and the Dallas Cowboys....

David Ward "Dave" Freeze

David Ward "Dave" Freeze

Nov 24, 2024

David Ward "Dave" Freeze, age 80, of Bellbrook, passed away at home on November 24, 2024. David was born in San Francisco, California on August 9, 1944 to the late Ward and Bernadine Freeze. 

Dave is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Connie and his baby brother, Chris.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Sue Freeze; daughter,...

David C. Duncombe

David C. Duncombe

Nov 24, 2024

David Calvin Duncombe, age 96 of Centerville, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024. He was born July 27, 1928 in Scotia, New York the son of the late Eli and Martha Duncombe. He served his country in the United States Army during World War II and continued his military career as a Navy Officer, in the reserves, serving 20 years,...

Marta Tekle

Marta Tekle

Nov 23, 2024

Marta Tekle, age 55 of Kettering, Ohio passed away peacefully with her family by her side on November 23, 2024. She was born February 25, 1969 in Asmara, Eritrea daughter of Tekle Ghebreiesus and Azieb Tesfaselassie. 

Marta was a loving and caring daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a faithful member of Christian Life Center where she dedicated her self...

Helen Swallows

Helen Swallows

Nov 23, 2024

Helen Swallows, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully in Dayton, Ohio, on November 23, 2024, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. Born October 13, 1965, in Dayton, she brought joy and laughter to everyone who knew her.

Helen was known for her infectious sense of humor and genuine demeanor. A fun-loving spirit, she had a...

Melissa Ann Daugherty

Melissa Ann Daugherty

Nov 23, 2024

Melissa Ann Daugherty, a radiant spirit whose laughter could brighten even the darkest of days, was born on November 2, 1970, in Dayton, Ohio. She passed away peacefully in her hometown on November 23, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, resilience.

Melissa was known for her funny, bubbly, and feisty personality that drew people to her. She had an...

Joe Myron Brasier

Joe Myron Brasier

Nov 23, 2024

Joe Myron Brasier, age 94 of Kettering, Ohio went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, November 23, 2024. He was born at his grandfather's farm in Eldorado, Ohio the son of the late Edgar and Olive (Puterbaugh) Brasier.

Joe graduated from Roosevelt High school in 1948. He went into the General Motors Apprentice program and became a tool designer,...

Tiiu Malle Volmer

Tiiu Malle Volmer

Nov 23, 2024

Tiiu Malle Volmer, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at age 85, leaving behind a legacy of love and creativity.

Born in Valga, Estonia, on June 10, 1939, Tiiu's early life was a testament to resilience, shaped by the events of World War II. Her courageous journey to the United States in 1944 is a story...

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