Jul 13, 2024

Jared Daniel Koger, age 41, of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 13, 2024. 

Jared was born in Dayton on March 23, 1983. He was preceded in death by his dad, Jeffery Curtis Arnold; grandmother, Martha Koger; grandfather, Colin Kelly Koger, Sr.; and great-grandmothers, Lorene Partin and Bonnie Koger. 

Jared is survived by his loving mother, Irene...

Jul 13, 2024

Harold R. "Doc" Walker, age 80, of Dayton, OH, passed away on July 13, 2024. He was born in Somerset, Kentucky, on July 17, 1943, the son of the late James and Lorene Bell. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings James "Noel", Sue, Leo, Russell, Betty, Lois, Stella and Charles. Doc is survived by his nephew Calvin as...

Jul 13, 2024

Tawnya Kay Pitsinger passed away on July 13, 2024. She was born on September 5, 1972 in Dayton, OH to the late Patricia and Thomas Pitsinger.

Tawnya loved getting on the bus and going to the mall. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her brother, Michael Pitsinger.

No services will be held at...

Jul 13, 2024

Carolyn Eleanor Rolek, age 80, of Beavercreek, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on July 13, 2024. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on May 4, 1944, the daughter of the late Frederick and Eleanor Sack. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; her dear son, Matthew David Rolek; her sister, Linda Hedlund; her parents-in-law, Stanley...

Jul 13, 2024

Carole A. Kelley, age 80, of Dayton, while surrounded by her loved ones, she was reunited with her family in Heaven on July 13, 2024. She was born on July 3, 1944 to the late Carl & Kathryn Parker. She was a member of Victory United Methodist Church and Walnut Hill United Methodist Church. She was strong in her faith,...

Jul 12, 2024

Jul 12, 2024

Jeffrey Clyde Bunch, born October 17, 1958 in Spokane, Washington. He passed away peacefully with family by his side on July 12, 2024 in Kettering, OH. 

Jeff is survived by his three sons, Andrew and his wife, Abbigale; Travis and his wife, Heather; and his youngest son, Zach. He is also survived by his older sister, Kimberly, and her husband Steve...

Jul 12, 2024

Elaine Taliaferro, age 99 of Beavercreek, Ohio, passed away peacefully July 12, 2024. 

Elaine was born in Bothwell, Utah on March 18, 1925 to the late Thomas and Annie Stokes. Elaine is preceded in death by her parents, her 11 brothers and sisters, and her husband of 64 years, Lt Col Richard T. Taliaferro. She is survived by her 5 children,...

Jul 11, 2024

Kimberly Ann Shaw, 64 years of age, was born in Dayton, Ohio on December 15, 1959. She transitioned to eternal life on July 11, 2024.

Kimberly was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny and Marie Shaw; brother, Michael Edwards; niece, Stacy Patterson; uncles, Thomas (Amanda) Edwards, David (Virginia) Edwards; brother-in-law, Lee Barnes; and life-long friend, Mildred Veal.

She attended Stivers Patterson...

Jul 11, 2024

CAROL D. DUCKRO (nee Deeter), age 91, of Dayton, Ohio, was escorted to Heaven by angels on Thursday, July 11. She was greeted by many loved ones as she arrived at her Heavenly home.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Glenn J and Mary (Robbins) Deeter; her husband, Michael L. Duckro, Jr.; her sons Michael J Duckro and Jeffrey...

Jul 11, 2024

Edna Mae Markland, age 85, of Kettering passed away on July 11, 2024. She was born in Richmond, Kentucky on November 11, 1938 to the late William and Sarah Pennington. In addition to her parents, Edna is preceded in death by her husband, Richard; children, Christal Markland, Clifford Markland and siblings, Martha Younker, Richard Pennington and Frank "Sonny" Pennington.

She is...

Jul 11, 2024

Geraldine R. Downs, age 90, of Huber Heights, was reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband Arnie on July 11, 2024. She was born on February 3, 1934 in Phoenix, Arizona to the late Robert & Esther Oxford.

She was an avid crafter, and enjoyed creating and making anything and everything. She was very artistic and created beautiful crafts and works...

Jul 11, 2024

Chuck McManus, age 55, passed away on July 11, 2024. He was born on July 6, 1969 in Dayton, OH to the late Nannie and Charles McManus.

Chuck enjoyed spending time with his family, his beloved dogs, cooking and riding his motorcycle. He also enjoyed OSU Football, hunting and fishing. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved...

Jul 11, 2024

Dale A. Phelps, a beloved son, brother, uncle, friend and music enthusiast, passed away on July 11, 2024 in Dayton, Ohio. He was born on November 6, 1960, in Pikeville, Kentucky.

Dale had a deep passion for music which was evident in his life as he played in several bands and shared his talent as a guitarist with many. His love...

Jul 10, 2024

Lowell D. Massie "Dave", age 87 died Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Dave was a long-time resident of Dayton who worked at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base for 35 years. He was a graduate of Ohio University (1959) with a degree in electrical engineering. After retirement from the base, he worked for 11 years at Universal Technology Corporation (UTC) in Dayton, as...

Jul 10, 2024

Dr. Amie Lee Brooks Taylor was born in East St. Louis, Illinois. She was one of fifteen children (12 survived into adulthood) born to the union of Viola Freeman Brooks and Howard Herman Brooks. She was preceded in death by both parents and 10 of her siblings. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 21 years,...

Jul 10, 2024

In loving memory of Constance “Connie” Louise Day. Connie was born on April 25, 1945, in Simpsonville, South Carolina, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on July 10, 2024, in Miamisburg, Ohio.

Connie was a cherished Real Estate Broker in Huber Heights, Ohio, who dedicated over 30 years to her profession. Her legacy extends far beyond her career...

Jul 10, 2024

Dorothy Mae "Dotty" McGaha, 83, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2024 surrounded by her children. Loving mother of Yvonne (Darrick Kibble) Nelson, Patrick (Katie) McGaha, Kathleen (Teresa Runner) McGaha and Brian (Cheryl) McGaha, adored grandmother of Jordan Nelson, Kayla Nelson, Ashley (Jake) Miller, Maureen (Alex) Kluchki, Meg McGaha, Trent McGaha, Rowan McGaha, Adrienne McGaha and Caroline McGaha, cherished great...

Jul 10, 2024

James "Jim" E. Kovaleski Sr., age 70 of Kettering, Ohio passed away peacefully on July 10, 2024. He was born May 30, 1954 in Athens, Ohio son of the late John and Virgie Leota (Jones) Kovaleski. 

Jim was a loving partner, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a "Sons" member of the AmVets Post 24. He enjoyed playing the...

Jul 9, 2024

Michael S. Huff, age 57 of Centerville, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024. He was born December 21, 1966 in Kettering, Ohio.

Michael is survived by his mother, Joy Huff; brother, Russell Huff; as well as numerous cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his father, Carl Larry Huff.

A memorial service is pending at this time.

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