Obituaries
Virginia C. Kerstanski
Jan 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Virginia Claire (Ernhout) Kerstanski, on January 29, 2025 at the age of 91. Virginia was the cherished wife of Sylvester J. Kerstanski, the pair sharing their love and devotion of one another for the last 73 years until her passing. Virginia was a beloved mother, grandmother (Great and Great-Great),...
Ralph N. Hall
Jan 28, 2025
Ralph N. Hall, age 58 of Dayton, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2025. He was born May 3, 1966 in Fort Devens, Massachusetts son of the late Seldon and Ingeborg (Bellin) Hall.
Ralph was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He proudly served his country as a United States Marine Corp Vet. who served during the Gulf...
Patty Jean Barker
Jan 28, 2025
Patty Barker, age 62, of Centerville, Ohio, passed away January 28, 2025. She was born on March 17, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio.
Patty was preceded in death by her mother, Sarah Marguerite Morris, and her father, Robert William Morris.
Patty is survived by her children, Jessica Andress, Jennifer Brown, Joe Barker, and Grace Barker; her grandchildren, Brody, Grayson, Madison, Talan, Griffen, Adrienne,...
Ian Matthew Newman
Jan 28, 2025
Ian Matthew Newman, age 26, of Dayton, passed away January 28, 2025. Ian was born in Dayton, Ohio on October 12, 1998 to Tim and Rachel Newman.
Ian is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Susan and Walter Isham and his paternal grandfather, Donald C. Newman.
He is survived by father, Tim (Sarah Newman) Newman; mother, Rachel Newman; siblings, Elizabeth, Jake,...
Frank Porter
Jan 28, 2025
Elmer Franklin Porter Age: 90 of Centerville, Ohio Passed away on Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. Frank was born on October 4th, 1934, in Oneida, Tennessee to the late George and Rose (McCartt) Porter.After graduating high school, he served in the United States Air Force and then attended Tennessee Tech University, graduating with a degree in Electrical...
Patricia "Patty" E. Loyd
Jan 28, 2025
Patricia "Patty" E. Loyd, born on April 21, 1956, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, in her beloved hometown. The cherished daughter of Herbert and Lillian Mae Larmore, she leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and creativity that will be felt for generations.
Patty graduated from Stivers High School in the class of 1974, where her...
Gaile T. Kanak
Jan 28, 2025
Gaile T. Kanak, born on March 20, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on January 28, 2025 in Huber Heights, Ohio. He lived a life marked by dedication and service, embodying the values of hard work and reliability that defined him both personally and professionally.
With over 60 years of service to the Sheet Metal Workers Local 24 of Dayton, Gaile...
Dallas Leo Brock
Jan 28, 2025
Dallas Leo Brock, born on November 5, 1949, in Blue Ash, Ohio, left this world peacefully on January 28, 2025, surrounded by the loving embrace of his family. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, whose kindness and giving nature profoundly touched the lives of those around him.
A proud graduate of Beavercreek High School in 1967, Dallas embarked...
Rita Jean Wick
Jan 27, 2025
Rita Jean Wick, a devoted wife, cherished mother, beloved grandmother, and dear sister, passed away on January 27, 2025, in Beavercreek, Ohio, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 3, 1960, in Xenia, Ohio, Rita embodied warmth and generosity, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Rita retired from the Housekeeping Department at Dayton...
John Arnold "Johnny" Angel
Jan 27, 2025
John Arnold Angel, age 52, of Maineville, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 27th, 2025, at his home.
John was born on August 15th, 1972, to the most adoring parents, Mary and Gene Angel of Xenia, Ohio. He is also survived by his wife, Kristina and children, Oliver, Amelie and Annika and his cherished siblings, Gene Angel, Anna Carrera and...
Florence R. Evanoff
Jan 27, 2025
Florence Ruth Evanoff, passed away on January 27, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on December 18, 1929, in Dayton, Ohio, Florence led a life characterized by her unwavering kindness, generosity, and deep faith.
Florence began her career as a secretary at the Dayton Tire and Rubber Company.
For over 30 years, Florence was a devoted member of Christ Church United...
Patricia Marie Gresco
Jan 27, 2025
Patricia Marie Gresco, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of her family, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, in Kettering, Ohio, after a brave battle with health issues. Born on October 21, 1946, in Dayton, Ohio, Patricia's vibrant spirit and unwavering kindness touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Patricia was an extraordinary woman whose...
Lillian Patricia (Ostrowski) Wehner
Jan 26, 2025
Lillian Patricia (Ostrowski) Wehner was taken into the loving arms of Our Lord on January 26, 2025, at age 96. She was born on October 7, 1928, in Dayton, Ohio, to parents Stanley Paul and Mary Ann Edith (Kozlowski) Ostrowski. She lived in Dayton, but spent her last 7 years in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She graduated from St. Adalbert...
Marlene A. Saul
Jan 26, 2025
Marlene A. Saul (Puterbaugh) passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025, at the age of 91, preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Edna Puterbaugh. Marlene was a descendant of one of the founding families of Belmont. As the oldest member of Belmont United Methodist Church, she served in countless ways over her lifetime. Following her mother’s footsteps, she never...
Lesa D. Hudson
Jan 26, 2025
Lesa D. Hudson, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in her hometown of Dayton, Ohio, with her family by her side on January 26, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on April 1, 1969, Lesa brought light and joy to all who knew her through her sweet and kind spirit.
Lesa's journey began in...
Linda Sue Grubb
Jan 26, 2025
Linda Sue Grubb, age 72 of Dayton, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born July 2, 1952 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late George and Rita Green.
Linda was an avid animal lover. In her free time, she enjoyed playing cards, going camping and doing a variety of crafts. Linda will be remembered...
Deborah Lecusay "Tita"
Jan 26, 2025
Deborah Lecusay “Tita”, age 63 of Miami Township, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025 at home surrounded by loving family. She was born July 31, 1961 in Brownville, Texas the daughter of Orlando and Maria Lecusay.
She is preceded in death by her father, Orlando.
Deborah is survived by her two sons, Alejandro Guerra and Camilo Guerra; daughter in-law, Ismaray; two granddaughters,...
Brian Fuller
Jan 25, 2025
FULLER, Brian P., age 63, of Dayton, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Brian was born in Dayton on March 15, 1961 to the late Raymond J. Fuller and Martha K. McGee. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Karen Fuller; sister, Kathy Fuller; half-sister, Karen Mercer (McGee) and half-brother, Bruce...
David M. Garner Sr.
Jan 25, 2025
David M. Garner Sr., age 85 of Dayton, Ohio passed away January 25, 2025. He was born September 21, 1939 in Dayton, Ohio son of the late John (Susie) Garner Sr.
David was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was an avid race car driver, dancer, and an expert craftsman. David owned his own...
Ronald L. Larison
Jan 25, 2025
Ronald L. Larison, a remarkable soul born on August 19, 1935, in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky, departed this world on January 25, 2025, in Springfield, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy woven with laughter, kindness, and an unwavering spirit of camaraderie.
His career, blossoming through years of dedication, culminated in retirement from Harris Graphics, but it was not the confines of his profession...
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