Obituaries
Reginald L. Payne
Nov 23, 2017
Reginald "Rudy" Payne, age 67 of Dayton, passed away November 23, 2017 at the Dayton VA Medical Center. He was born in Memphis, TN to the late Harrison and Odessa (McChriston-Payne) Worley. Rudy served in the US Army as a Military Policeman serving in the Vietnam War. In addition to his parents, Rudy was preceded in death by his brother,...
Leith Jason Leavell, Jr
Nov 23, 2017
Leavell, Leith Jason Jr., "Baby J" "Too Slay Period" 28, of Dayton, passed away November 23, 2017. He was born February 21, 1989 in Dayton, Ohio to Billie A. Thompson and Leith Jason Leavell, Sr. He leaves to mourn his memory his mothers, Billie (Commer) Thompson and April (Kevin) Gilbert; brother, Jermiel (Teana) Atkins, Sr., sisters, Brittany (William) Trammell, Martiqua...
Jesse Mathews
Nov 23, 2017
Jesse Mathews, age 89 was the first child of six siblings born to the late John H. and Emma Mathews, Sr. He was born in Wakulla County, FL, April 20, 1928 and departed this life Thursday, November 23, 2017. Jesse is survived by his devoted wife, Lois Mathews; daughter, Satonya (Andre) Powe; grandchildren: Brittany, Brandon and Brooke Powe; great-grandson, Edward...
Edwin G. Schwab Jr.
Nov 23, 2017
Edwin G. Schwab Jr., age 85, of Moraine, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2017. Edwin was born in Pomeroy, OH on July 6, 1932 to the late Edwin Sr. & Marie Schwab, along with twelve other siblings. Edwin proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He earned many awards including two Purple Hearts, UN Service Medal,...
Ralph David Mccumber
Nov 23, 2017
MCCUMBER, Ralph David, died on Thursday, November 23, 2017, in Beavercreek, Ohio. A graveside service of thanksgiving for Dave's life will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday, November 30, 2017 at the Beaver Union Cemetery, Beaver, Ohio; followed by a time of fellowship and remembering with family and friends in Jackson, Ohio. Dave was born on June 26, 1938, in...
Leonard F. Watkins
Nov 23, 2017
Leonard Watkins, 79, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2017 at his home in Xenia, Ohio following a lengthy illness. Leonard was born February 24, 1938 in Morrow, Ohio to the late Robert J. And Esther Naomi Drake. Leonard served as a Sergeant in the Army 1955-1957. Leonard spent much of his adult life in Florida where he was a race...
Richard Ashley Brumfield
Nov 22, 2017
Brumfield, Richard Ashley, "Rich", 54, of Miamisburg, passed away November 22, 2017. Rich was born June 17, 1963 in Greenfield, Ohio to Ruth Ann Brumfield. He was a 1981 graduate of Fairmont East High School in Kettering, Ohio. Rich was a Plumber by trade. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Hartsel and Emogene Brumfield, and by his mother,...
Dave Edward Elliott
Nov 22, 2017
Dave Edward Elliott, age 89 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at Opis Fairway Oaks Center in Tampa, FL. He was born October 24, 1928 in Kokomo, Indiana, the son of the late Paul and Mary Elliott.Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Rita Elliott; 2 brothers; and 1 sister.Dave is survived by...
Elizabeth "Melanie" Adams
Nov 22, 2017
Elizabeth "Melanie" Adams, age 55 of Riverside passed away peacefully on November 22, 2017. Melanie was born in Fayetteville, NC to parents James Sebastian and Ruth Dillon. She attended Stebbins High School. Melanie attended Fortis College to earn her degree in Nursing. Melanie loved the outdoors. In her free time she enjoyed fishing, camping, and spending time with her family....
Jason Edward Clark
Nov 22, 2017
Jason Edward Clark, age 47 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2017. He was born December 30, 1969 in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Harold Arnette and Sharon Clark.Jason is survived by his mother, Sharon Clark; father, Harold Arnette; sister, Carol Clark; as well as numerous other relatives and friends.Visitation will be held on Monday, November 27, 2017 from...
Jamie Allen
Nov 22, 2017
Jamie "Boss Man" Allen, age 40 of Huber Heights, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 22, 2017. He was born August 11, 1977 in Dayton, Ohio.Jamie was raised and educated in Fairborn, Ohio and was a graduate of Fairborn High School. He had previously worked as the general manager at Arby's in Fairborn and most recently as...
Darleen Wright
Nov 22, 2017
WRIGHT, Darleen (Byrd), 80, of Riverside, OH passed away November 22 at Grandview Medical Center. She was an extraordinary woman who loved her family, friends, and flowers, nurturing all to grow as strong and beautiful as possible. Darleen was born in Campton, KY and was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Emma Byrd, four brothers, Henry, IB, Brave,...
Larry B. Saul
Nov 22, 2017
Larry B. Saul, age 72 of Dayton, passed away November 22, 2017. He was born on April 4, 1945 in Dayton, OH to the late Adrian and Bonnie (Denney) Saul. In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his brother, Harold Saul and sister, Ruie Lechleidner.He is survived by his loving wife, Geri Saul; sons, Jonathan (Bobbi)...
Clarence Lamar Gifford
Nov 22, 2017
Clarence Lamar Gifford, age 85 of New Carlisle passed away peacefully on November 22, 2017 after a long battle with COPD. Clarence was born in 1932 in Jamestown, Ohio to the late Clarence S. and Evelyn Gifford. He graduated from Greeneview High School. Clarence went on to proudly and honorably serve in The United States Air Force during the Korean...
Douglas Lee Blaylock, Sr.
Nov 21, 2017
Douglas Lee Blaylock Sr., age 61 of Riverside, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2017. He was born September 18, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late Junior and Wanda Blaylock.Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by brother, Michael Blaylock.Doug is survived by his significant other, Angie Monnin; sons, Doug Blaylock, Jr., David (Twyla) Blaylock; brother,...
James F. Pettit
Nov 21, 2017
James F. "Big Jim" Pettit, born in 1939, James heard the calling and went to be with the Lord on November 21, 2017 after a courageous battle with CHF. He is survived by his wife and best friend of 58 years, Lynnette M. Pettit. He is also survived by his daughters, Angela Pettit-Davis and Lori Pettit; sons-in-law, Russell Davis and...
Charles Anton Nickelman Iii
Nov 21, 2017
Charles Anton Nickelman III (Bud) was born April 23, 1944 in Berwyn Illinois and married his high school sweetheart, Jean Allen, on April 1, 1967. He graduated from St. Procopius College in Lisle, Illinois in 1966 with a degree in biology and Troy State University with a Master's Degree in Management. He enjoyed playing his drums in Rock 'n' Roll...
Lucille Crist
Nov 21, 2017
Lucille Crist, age 96, of Kettering, passed away on November 21, 2017. Lucille was born in Logan, Ohio on October 10, 1921 to the late Herman & Zola Hopkins. She is survived by her sons-including, Brian S. Crist, of Kettering and Melvin L. Crist Jr. and his wife Anne, of Willmington; and grandchildren, Scott, Sarah, and Jennifer Crist. Lucille will...
Maud E. Kurucz
Nov 21, 2017
Kurucz, Maud E., age 95, of Beavercreek passed away Nov. 21, 2017. She is survived by her daughter Diana Kurucz and sister Kathryn Miller. Friends may call on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2017 from 1-2:00 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home in Beavercreek, OH. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery...
Arthur V. Goodman
Nov 21, 2017
GY/SGT. (retired) Arthur V. Goodman, 82, of Riverside, passed away November 21, 2017. Arthur was born in Akron, Ohio on February 23, 1935. Arthur retired from the Marine Corps after 20 years of service. In his free time he enjoyed fishing and his dogs. Arthur was preceded in death by his mother, Anna Bokowski; father, Walter Goodman; and son, Eric...
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