Obituaries

Eugene Lee "Gene" Senter, Jr.

Eugene Lee "Gene" Senter, Jr.

Mar 31, 2025

Eugene Lee “Gene” Senter, Jr. was suddenly taken home to be with the Lord and those that went before him on Monday, March 31st, 2025. Gene/Daddy/Dad/Pop had an immensely positive impact on this world with the time that he was given and a part of that is reflected in those that survive him: his wife, Kaye Kelly-Senter and her children,...

Judy Kay McCullough

Judy Kay McCullough

Mar 31, 2025

We gather here today to celebrate the life of Judy Kay McCullough, who passed peacefully at home in Cedarville, Ohio, on March 31, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 2, 1939, in Topeka, Kansas, Judy brought joy and warmth to everyone she met during her 85 remarkable years.

Judy dedicated 33 years of her life to serving as...

Steve Hensley

Steve Hensley

Mar 31, 2025

Steve Hensley, born on January 28, 1936, in Leatherwood, Kentucky, passed away on March 31, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio. He was a beloved member of his community, known not only for his kind nature but also for his engaging spirit and sense of humor. Steve was a consummate jokester, bringing laughter and joy to those around him.

Throughout his life, Steve...

Raymond "Ray" W. Bertschy

Raymond "Ray" W. Bertschy

Mar 31, 2025

Raymond W. Bertschy, known as Ray, departed this world on March 31, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, bringing to a close a life vividly painted with passion, generosity, and unwavering courage. Born on November 18, 1948, Dayton, OH.

Ray was an alumnus of Fairmont West High School, graduating in 1966, and furthered his education at Trinidad State Junior College in Colorado, where...

Nelson C. DeMoss

Nelson C. DeMoss

Mar 30, 2025

Nelson C. DeMoss, age 77, of Dayton, passed away March 30, 2025.  He was born May 12, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Lewis and Ezell DeMoss.  In addition to his parents, Nelson was preceded in death by his good friend, Mark Heitzman.

Nelson is survived by his wife of 54 years, Diana DeMoss; children: Nelson DeMoss (Missi) and Brian...

Winston C. Anderson

Winston C. Anderson

Mar 30, 2025

Winston C. Anderson, age 82 of Kettering, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025 at home. He was born February 25, 1943 in Mt. Sterling, KY the son of the late Stanley and Nancy (White) Anderson.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Anderson; his daughter, Michelle Young and numerous siblings.

Winston is survived by his loving...

John C. Alfano

John C. Alfano

Mar 30, 2025

John C. Alfano, born on October 16, 1945, departed from this world on March 30, 2025. He is remembered not only for his fervent passion for sports but also for the love he extended to his family and friends throughout his life. A devoted fan, John particularly cherished watching the Dayton Dragons and Cincinnati Reds.

Traveling was one of John's great...

Rebecca "Becky" M. Bohannon

Rebecca "Becky" M. Bohannon

Mar 30, 2025

Rebecca "Becky" M. Bohannon, age 82 of Riverside, Ohio passed away March 30, 2025. She was born July 18, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio daughter of the late Russell and Mae Mills.

Becky was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She worked at Dayton Press for many years. Becky, with Bo, organized and hosted several Dayton...

Dale E. Lister

Dale E. Lister

Mar 30, 2025

Dale Edward Lister, age 87 of Dayton, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Dale was a retired branch manager for Yellow Freight System and school bus driver for Springboro schools. He is preceded in death by his wife, G. June Lister, parents Donald and Emma Lister, son Timothy Dale Lister, grandson Kyle Lister, sister, Dianne Hollerbach, and brother Roger Lister .

Dale...

John R. Harpest

John R. Harpest

Mar 30, 2025

John R. Harpest, age 70, of Huber Heights, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Hospice of Dayton surrounded by family after a lengthy, hard-fought battle with a rare cancer. He was born on April 24, 1954, in Dayton to Robert Harpest Sr. and Theresa Ann (May) Harpest. His parents preceded him in death, as well as his...

Aaron P. Kaufman

Aaron P. Kaufman

Mar 29, 2025

Aaron P. Kaufman, born on March 13, 1982, in Rhinebeck, New York, left this world unexpectedly on March 29, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy marked by his humor, intelligence, generosity, and kind heart. His vibrant personality touched the lives of many, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Aaron was...

Patricia "Pat" Santos

Patricia "Pat" Santos

Mar 29, 2025

Patricia “Pat” A. Santos, age 81 of Kettering, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Kettering Hospital in Kettering. Pat was born June 5, 1943 in Dayton, Ohio. The daughter of the late Daniel and Anne Washuk.

Pat enjoyed everything about Elvis, going to garage sales, helping families and especially children in need. She devoted 39 years to the Kettering School...

Rita May McCullah

Rita May McCullah

Mar 29, 2025

Rita May McCullah, born on February 4, 1937, in London, England, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, in Beavercreek, Ohio, at the age of 88. Rita's life was one marked by love, kindness, and a deep devotion for the people and things she loved.

In her early 20s, Rita pursued a career in teaching ballroom dancing, sharing her enthusiasm for...

Marcelline Ann Kennedy

Marcelline Ann Kennedy

Mar 29, 2025

Marcelline A. Kennedy (nee Logan), 88, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Born in Warren, Ohio on October 1, 1936, she was the eldest daughter of the late Ray and Marguerite Logan. She is preceded in death by her much-loved husband of 64 years, James, and is survived by her sister, Maureen Samuelson of Warren, Ohio;...

Harold E. Shackelford II "Shack"

Harold E. Shackelford II "Shack"

Mar 29, 2025

Harold Edward Shackelford II, "Shack," age 67 of Dayton, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born November 26, 1957 in Dayton, OH, the son of the late Harold and Evelyn (McIlvain) Shackelford.

Shack enjoyed golf, motorcycles, fishing and hunting. He especially enjoyed outdoor picnics and spending time with his family and friends. Most importantly, he...

Linda Newberry

Linda Newberry

Mar 29, 2025

Vandalia - Linda Sue (Burns) Newberry, 77. Her soul has flown Saturday, March 29th, 2025 at the Hospice of Dayton after a heroic battle with cancer.

She leaves her daughters, Kelly Nance, her husband Paul "Tim", Cheryl Kettlehake and her husband Tommy; her sons, Matt, his wife Kelly, John, and Charles, his wife Marisa; her grandchildren Chris Nance, his wife Dorrie,...

Mark Hunt Simmons Jr.

Mark Hunt Simmons Jr.

Mar 29, 2025

Mark Hunt Simmons Jr., born on October 7, 1955, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, departed this life unexpectedly but peacefully at his home in Jamestown, Ohio, on March 29, 2025. He was 69 years old.

A proud graduate of Xenia High School in 1973, Mark dedicated his life to both his family and his career. He was the owner of Mark's Greenside Up...

Clementina Rosa Almeyda

Clementina Rosa Almeyda

Mar 29, 2025

Clementina Rosa Almeyda, age 94, passed away March 29, 2025. She was born in Lima, Peru on January 23, 1931.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Domingo and Porfidia Palomino and her 2 sons, Jaime R. Almeyda Jr. and Luis A. Almeyda.

She is survived by her sons, Carlos H. Almeyda, Victor H. Almeyda, Jose W. Almeyda, Oscar A. Almeyda...

Alma Ruth Collins

Alma Ruth Collins

Mar 29, 2025

Alma Ruth Collins, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, has gone to be with the Lord this March 29th.

Ruth is survived by daughters, Rebecca (Tom Morawski) Collins-Morawski of Dayton Ohio, and Rochelle (Dylan Posa) Collins-Posa of Lebanon, OH; brothers, Dottie Brogan of Texas, Glenn Brogan of Dayton, and Dean Brogan of Tennessee; sisters-in-law, Wanda (Clyde) Head Punt, Margaret (Dave) Ayers,...

Delia Anne Granger

Delia Anne Granger

Mar 29, 2025

Delia Anne Granger, age 86 of Centerville and Springboro, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Hidden Springs Senior Living. She was born July 14, 1938 in New York, New York, the daughter of the late Crockett and Fannie Harrison.

Delia loved her life growing up in Amityville, NY with her twin sister, Sarah. They both went to Wittenberg University together...

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