Obituaries
Lisa Von Dawson
Jan 1, 2018
Lisa Von Dawson was born on February 4, 1967 in Dayton, Ohio. She departed this life on January 1, 2018.Lisa was a loving mother, grandmother, niece, cousin and friend. She loved her family, fashion, everything hair and make-up, cooking and music. Although she only birthed three children and was by birth, an only child, she was Mama, "Ma-Duke", sister and...
Larry Hannahs
Jan 1, 2018
Larry Hannahs, age 70 of Dayton, passed away Monday, January 1, 2018. He was born October 24, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Everett and Alice Hannahs. Larry was a member of Destiny Church where he led a small bible study group for several years. As a Christian man, he taught, prayed for, and blessed many people. Larry enjoyed...
Dale H. Whitford
Jan 1, 2018
Dale H. Whitford, age 90, of Kettering, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2018. He was born, October 8, 1927 in Denver, Colorado but primarily lived in Tulsa, Oklahoma until he entered the Navy. Later he attended college at the University of Cincinnati, a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and graduated in 1951 with a B.S. degree in Aeronautical...
Theresa King
Dec 31, 2017
Theresa Elizabeth King, 83, of Moraine, passed away on December 31, 2017 after complications from a stroke at Hospice of Dayton. She was born on November 7, 1934 to the late Samuel and Alice (Rodman) Karshner in Coshocton, OH. Theresa worked for many years for National City Mortgage and became well known for her beautiful cakes she would bring in...
Mulumebit Dejene
Dec 31, 2017
Mulumebit Dejene, 65 of Dayton, OH, passed away on December 31, 2017. Mulumebit leaves behind her sons, Yonathan Haile, Natnael Haile; grandson, Shane Andre McDermott/GETOCHU; and many other brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Visitation will be held from 4-6 PM Friday, January 5 at Newcomer South Chapel-3940 Kettering Blvd., Kettering, OH, 45439. Services will be held at 10...
Janice Marie Carpenter
Dec 31, 2017
Janice "Jan" Marie Carpenter, age 55 of Springfield, passed away Sunday, December 31, 2017 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. She was born August 27, 1962 in Xenia, Ohio, the daughter of the late David and Sue McFarland.Jan is remembered by her brothers as funny, sweet and loving and by her sons as non-judgmental, open-minded and always there...
Mark J. Mccoy
Dec 31, 2017
Mark J. McCoy, age 55 of Beavercreek, OH passed away Sunday, December 31, 2017. He was born December 25, 1962 in Perry, Georgia to Jeptha and Janet (Finders) McCoy.Mark graduated from Beavercreek High School in 1981 and received his Associate Degree in Automotive Technology from Sinclair Community College. He worked at Beavercreek Schools as a school bus mechanic and retired...
Wilma Jean Asbury
Dec 31, 2017
Asbury, Wilma Jean, 83, of Kettering, passed away December 31, 2017. She was born July 28, 1934 in Appalachia, VA to the late Kemp and Ruby (Delph) Phillips. Wilma Jean was very devoted to her family and was the best wife and mother in the world! She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Asbury, Sr., and her daughter,...
Linda Rae Phillabaum
Dec 31, 2017
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to:American Diabetes Association 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900Arlington, VA 22202 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383
Donna E. Miller
Dec 30, 2017
Donna E. Miller, age 62 of Huber Heights, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2017. She was born February 6, 1955 in Erlangen, Germany, the daughter of the late Jerry and Irma Helms.Donna is survived by her siblings, Franz Hermann, Maria (Vincent) Diehl, Paul (Brenda) Helms, Greg Helms; nephews, Christopher Diehl, Jason Helms, Florian Hermann; niece, Lisa Diehl (Mark Shanahan); great...
Richard P. Circle
Dec 30, 2017
Richard Pierce Circle, age 89, passed away peacefully in the early morning on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Heartland of Centerville nursing home. He was born on November 23, 1928 in Springfield, Ohio to Carol Circle and Charlotte (White) Circle. In his life Richard gained a great passion for art, a love for God, and was a talented and respected...
Jonathan "Scott" Kendall
Dec 30, 2017
KENDALL, Scotty, 56, of Fairborn passed away Saturday, Dec 30, one day short of his 57th birthday.Scotty was born December 31, 1960 in Fleming Co, Ky to John and Lena (Moore) Kendall.Scotty leaves behind four children: Jenny, James (Diane), Jacob and Stacie (Lavar). Seven grandchildren: Aaron and Ben Kempf, Jayvin and Emalyne Smith, and Destiny, Logan, and Lucas Ferguson. Sister...
Thomas F. Shea
Dec 30, 2017
Thomas F. Shea age 62, of Kettering, Ohio passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2017.Tom was born December 5, 1955, in Youngstown, Ohio and grew up in Austintown. He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph G. Shea; mother, Agnes D. (Shea) Farragher; step-father, Earl Farragher; sister Pamela and brother Ralph. Survivors include his beloved wife of 19 years,...
Charles C. Gillum
Dec 30, 2017
Charles C. Gillum, age 88, of West Carrollton, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2017. Charles was born on September 1, 1929 in Jeff, KY to the late Robert & Angeline Gillum. Charles proudly served in the U.S. Army, where he received a Purple Heart Medal. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Gillum. Charles is survived...
Lindsey Ann Mora-Lopez
Dec 29, 2017
MORA-LOPEZ (FRANK), Lindsey Ann, 32, of Beavercreek, Ohio passed away on December 29, 2017. Lindsey was born on April 26, 1985 in Dayton, Ohio, daughter to Dr. James "Jim" M. and Hedy B. (Migally) Frank.She graduated from the University of Cincinnati and University of Dayton. Lindsey worked as a Spanish teacher with a love for the Spanish language, history and...
Laura Ann Wills-Thoroman
Dec 29, 2017
Laura Ann Wills-Thoroman, age 72 of Union, passed away suddenly on December 29, 2017. Laura was born in Dayton to the late,William Jacob and Ruth Winterstein. Laura graduated from Wilbur-Wright High School and went on to complete her associates degree from Sinclair College. Laura was a member of Eastern Star and Dayton Auto Racing Fan Club. Laura was an avid...
James L. Saskowsky
Dec 29, 2017
James L. Saskowsky, age 85, formerly of Miami Township, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2017. James was born in Dayton, OH on May 11, 1932 to the late Walter & Helen Saskowsky. James proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 57 years, Betty Saskowsky; siblings,...
Evelyn R. Martin
Dec 29, 2017
OBITUARYEvelyn Ruth Williams, the only child of Samuel Williams and Catherine Hampton, was born August 2, 1933 in Philadelphia, Pa. She completed her earthly journey on December 29, 2017, at the age of 84 in her home with her family in Trotwood, Ohio.Evelyn moved to Dayton from Philadelphia in 1965 with her two sons. In 1970, she married Raymon Martin...
Linda L. Smith
Dec 29, 2017
Linda Lee Smith, age 59 of Dayton, passed away December 29, 2017. She was born April 6, 1958 in Martin, KY. Linda was preceded in death by her mother, Nadine Woods; husband, Otis B. Smith; and brothers: Johnny "Cub" Woods and Jerry Woods.Linda is survived by her father, Pleasie J. Woods; children: Kenneth (Fabienne) Hickland, Marilyn Hickland, Sierra Hickland, Dora...
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