Obituaries
Kerry Nelson
Apr 29, 2018
Kerry Nelson, age 67, of Springfield, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 29, 2018. Kerry was born in Marion, Indiana on May 17, 1950 to the late Lacy & Inez Nelson. He was also preceded in death by his grandchildren, Ethan Nelson & Baby Schipper. Kerry proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Door...
Catherine M. Wooten
Apr 29, 2018
Catherine M. Wooten "Cathy", age 66 of Dayton, passed away April 29, 2018 at The Hospice of Dayton. She was born January 8, 1952 in Dayton to the late Horace M. Walker and Mary A. Neal. In addition to her parents, Cathy was preceded in death by her brother, Tony Walker; her beloved dog, Presley; step-father, Louis Neal; grandfather, Phillip...
Kathryn Lee Kinsella
Apr 29, 2018
Kathryn Lee Kinsella, age 78 of Miamisburg, passed away Sunday, April 29, 2018 at Kingston of Miamisburg. She was born November 26, 1939 in Lakewood, Ohio daughter of the late Robert Dudley and Grace Virginia Brown.Kathryn is survived by her husband of 51 years John M. Kinsella who she met as a coworker for the Lakewood Public Library; daughters, Peggy...
James Edward Watkins
Apr 29, 2018
James Edward Watkins, fondly referred to as "Jim the TV Man", passed away peacefully, on April 29, 2018. James was born in Earling, West Virginia to the late Evva Banks and Harold Watkins. After completing his education, James enlisted in the United States Navy. He honorably and faithfully served his country for 4 years during the Korean War. James married...
Robert L. Speelman
Apr 29, 2018
Robert L. Speelman "Bob", age 72 of Dayton, unfortunately lost his battle with cancer, possessing a strong heart, courageous spirit and bravely fighting to the very end. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on April 29, 2018. He was born November 14, 1945 in Dayton to the late Ralph and Rose (Stokes) Speelman. He is...
Brenda Lee Bratz
Apr 29, 2018
Brenda Lee Bratz, age 57 of Dayton, passed away Sunday, April 29, 2018 at Miami Valley Hospital. She was born April 15, 1961 in Dayton, Ohio daughter of the late Kenneth and Patricia Shope. In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her son, Kenneth Schneider. She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Robert Bratz,...
Manning Joseph Hartshorn
Apr 28, 2018
Manning Joseph Hartshorn, age 42 of Springfield, OH, passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at his home. He was born September 19, 1975 in Elwood, Indiana to the late Herman Hartshorn and Rita (Pemberton) Talcott.Manning worked in Material Management for P&G as a forklift operator. Growing up in Southern California gave him a love of dance and song. Always...
David A. Evans
Apr 28, 2018
David A. Evans, age 65 of Riverside, passed away Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born October 14, 1952 in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late Elmer and Gladys Evans.Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Eugene Evans; brothers-in-law, Winfred Brown and James "Rick" Miller.David is survived by his wife...
Michael A. Mckenna
Apr 28, 2018
Michael A. McKenna, age 73, of Centerville, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 28, 2018. He was born June 26, 1944 in Jackson, Mississippi to the late Helen McKenna. Mike honorably served in the U.S. Marine Corps., was a successful millwright at GM for 26 years and truly enjoyed archery with his buddies. Mike's true passion was his unconditional love...
Rosemary Scott
Apr 27, 2018
Rosemary Scott, 90, of Miamisburg, Ohio formerly of Wheelersburg, Ohio and Blufton, SC passed away at home with her loving family and friends by her side on Friday, April 27, 2018.She was born May 21, 1927 to the late Raymond and Lillian Glenn. She graduated from Minford High School in 1945. She was a member of St. James United Methodist...
Roger Lee Williams
Apr 27, 2018
Williams, Roger Lee, age 68, of Fairborn passed away April 27, 2018 at Hospice of Dayton.He was born August 1, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Robert S and Earlene (Mowery) Williams.Roger retired from General Motors/Delphi after 44 years of service. He was a "Band Dad" for Fairborn High School. Roger coached roller skating (having won many awards himself)...
Betty Lou Reynolds
Apr 27, 2018
Betty Lou Reynolds, age 87, of Kettering, passed away at Hospice of Dayton on Friday, April 27, 2018.She was born August 20, 1930 in Union City, IN to the late William H. and Dovie Gladys (Stevens) Abbott.Betty worked at Rikes, Kettering and in the Elder Beerman credit department.She loved her family dearly. She had a wide collection of butterflies. Betty...
Konrad Ruppert
Apr 26, 2018
Ruppert, Konrad, 76, of Waynesville, passed away April 26, 2018. He was born January 21, 1942 in Hrtovac, Yugoslavia to the late Konrad and Katherin (Lotz) Ruppert Sr . Konrad enjoyed working 34 years as a job setter for GM/Delco. In his free time, Konrad's hobbies were working in the yard, landscaping and watching sports especially baseball. He is survived...
Terry Smith
Apr 26, 2018
SMITH, Terry Richard was born on March 25, 1942 in Toledo, OH and passed away on April 26, 2018 at Bethany Lutheran Village. The majority of his life was spent in Kettering, OH. Terry was preceded in death by his adoptive parents, Raedelle & Evelyn Smith; biological mother, Esther Hefty; brother, Ted Hefty, and sister, Cheryl Buckingham. He is survived...
Theresa Haber
Apr 26, 2018
HABER (Engelhardt), Theresa, born September 24, 1927 in Vertesacsa, Hungary, died April 26, 2018 at the Hospice of Dayton. Her parents, Josef and Maria Engelhardt had a restaurant and butcher shop in Vertesaca, Hungary. Her parents were never in politics, not belonged to any party. They were ethnic Germans according to the Potsdam Agreement and in the spring of 1946...
Henry Vaughn
Apr 26, 2018
Henry Vaughn, 85, of Miamisburg, Ohio passed away on April 26, 2018. He retired from Venture Mfg. Henry was born on June 15, 1932 in Sand Gap, Kentucky to the late Leonard and Bonnie (Young) Vaughn. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Betty L. Vaughn and 6 siblings. Henry is survived by his children,...
Howard Ray Smith
Apr 26, 2018
Howard Ray Smith, age 82 of Dayton, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2018 at Hospice of Dayton after many years with Alzheimer's. He was born April 18, 1936 in Gainesboro, Tennessee to the late Gale and Decie Smith. Howard Ray served in the U.S. Army. He worked at Coca Cola for ten years prior to becoming employed at General Motors...
Jo Ann Manning
Apr 26, 2018
Jo Ann Manning, age 80 of Vandalia, previously of Greenwood, IN, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2018. She was born in Sullivan, IN to the late Dorothy and Robert Mardis. Jo Ann attended Indiana University where she earned a degree. She went on to become a teaching assistant for many years at Rise Learning Center and Gateway Learning Center....
Brian Worley
Apr 25, 2018
Brian Lee Worley, 55, of Kettering, OH passed away on April 25, 2018. Brian was born on July 14, 1962 in Dayton, OH. He graduated from Fairmont East in 1981 and obtained his A. S. in Computer Technology and Electronic Engineering Technology. He was also certified as a Microsoft System Network Engineer. Brian spent the last 12 years of his...
Alicia Kay Raleigh
Apr 25, 2018
Alicia Kay Raleigh, age 49 of Dayton. Passed away after a lengthy illness. She was born in Dayton to the late Michael Bell and Cathy Ritter. Alicia enjoyed crafting and was a talented jewelry maker. She had a passion for animals and a giving heart. Alicia married the love of her life, Darrell Raleigh in 2000. She was a loving...
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