Obituaries

Gene Flory

Gene Flory

Jun 19, 2024

Gene Flory, a beloved member of the Dayton community, passed away on June 19, 2024, in his hometown. He was born on February 7, 1960, to the late Clarence Flory, Sr. and Freda Flory in Dayton, Ohio.  In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Flory.

Gene graduated from Meadowdale High School.  He was a...

David K. Cox

David K. Cox

Jun 19, 2024

David K. Cox, known affectionately as Dave, passed away on June 19, 2024 in his hometown of Dayton, Ohio. He was born on February 28, 1966, to his loving parents William "Bill" and Catherine Cox.

In his career, David was a dedicated tool & die inspector, known for his meticulous attention to detail and strong work. Beyond his professional life, David...

Margaret Ann Tucker

Margaret Ann Tucker

Jun 18, 2024

Margaret Ann Tucker, was reunited with her Lord & Savior in Heaven on her 101st birthday, June 18, 2024, in Dayton, Ohio. Margaret was born on June 18, 1923, to her loving parents, the late James H. & Fannie L. Connally. In addition to her parents, Margaret has also joined in eternal peace, her husband, Murphus Tucker and her sister,...

Bill Mineer

Bill Mineer

Jun 18, 2024

Bill Mineer, age 88, of Vandalia, passed away June 18, 2024. He was born September 9. 1935 in Maysville, KY to the late Owen and Annabelle Mineer. In addition to his parents, 

Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Jean Mineer; his son, Bobby Mineer; grandchildren: Houston and Austin Mineer and his siblings, Russell, Charles, Etchie, Mae, Margaret, Leonard,...

Sharon Lynn Cosby

Sharon Lynn Cosby

Jun 18, 2024

Sharon Lynn Cosby, age 68 of Fairborn, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at home . She was born August 28, 1955 in Xenia, Ohio the daughter of Clark and Estella Cosby.

Sharon graduated from Xenia High School and Greene County Career Center in 1974. She enjoyed cooking, music and family gatherings. 

She is preceded in death by her mother, Estella Cosby,...

Marjorie Ann Barnhart

Marjorie Ann Barnhart

Jun 18, 2024

Marjorie Ann Barnhart, age 88, of Xenia, passed away June 18, 2024. Marjorie was born in Xenia, Ohio on October 23, 1935 to the late Walt and Mildred Burba.

Marjorie is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Carol Hill; and her daughter, Linda E. Hannigan, age 62.

She is survived by husband of 70 years, Ernest Barnhart; daughter, Becky Combs; and...

Norman "Junior" Brassfield

Norman "Junior" Brassfield

Jun 18, 2024

Norman "Junior" Nevin Brassfield, age 70, of Dayton passed away on June 18, 2024. He was born in Dayton on July 16, 1953 to parents, Norman and Clara Brassfield. Norman is preceded in death by his mother, Clara.

He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Sue; sons, Bryan (Belynda) Brassfield, Matthew (Juliet Fromholt) Brassfield; granddaughter, Abygail Brassfield; father,...

Eleanor B. Wood

Eleanor B. Wood

Jun 17, 2024

Eleanor B. Wood, age 87 of Enon, Oh, went to be with the Lord on June 17, 2024. She was born in Revere, Massachusetts daughter of the late Wallace and Blanche Bethune.

Eleanor was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a member of the Sundial Garden Club in Enon and she volunteered at the...

James Alfred Russell, Sr.

James Alfred Russell, Sr.

Jun 17, 2024

James Alfred Russell, Sr. passed away on June 17, 2024, in Dayton, OH. Born on March 15, 1955, in Birmingham, AL, and raised in Youngstown, OH. James lived life outside the box.

James proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, displaying bravery and honor in his service to the nation. After his military tenure, he channeled his...

Matthew "Matt" F. Columbe

Matthew "Matt" F. Columbe

Jun 17, 2024

Our beloved Matthew F. Columbe, passed away unexpectedly on June 17, 2024 at the age of 41. He was born on March 7, 1983 in Dayton, Ohio to his loving parents, Frank and Jill Columbe. He was an exceptional big brother to Patrick Columbe and a loving father to Jameson Columbe. 

Matt graduated from Fairborn High School/Greene County Career Center in...

Vernetta Jean Green

Vernetta Jean Green

Jun 17, 2024

Vernetta Jean Green, age 85 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024. She was born September 4, 1938 in Dayton, Ohio daughter of the late Crawford and Annie (Middlebrooks) Rutledge.

Vernetta was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a faithful member as one of Jehovah's Witnesses of 55 years and she was...

Betty Sue Wagers

Betty Sue Wagers

Jun 17, 2024

Betty Sue Wagers, 77, passed away peacefully at home on June 17, 2024. Loving partner of Don Lynch for 15 years, cherished mother of Tina (Michael) Mason, adored mamaw of Sara Harley and Quintin (Amy Brandon) Piatt and beloved sister of Gaily J. Wagers, Gary (Susan) Wagers, Verna Thomas. Betty is also survived by multiple nieces, nephews and friends and...

Patricia Arlene Meyers

Patricia Arlene Meyers

Jun 16, 2024

Patricia Arlene Meyers, 76, passed away on June 16, 2024. Loving wife of Eddie Meyers for 49 years, adored mother of Joseph (Anita) Meyers, Lisa (Chip Adams) Glascoe and Stephen (Jennifer) Spitler, cherished grandmother of Jeremy (Kayla) Scherr, Joseph Meyers II, Julia Meyers, Kelsie Glascoe, Daniel (Allison) Glascoe, Caleb Stauch, Madison Spitler, Halle Spitler and Jack Spitler, beloved great grandmother...

Wanda Elaine Rose Sexton

Wanda Elaine Rose Sexton

Jun 16, 2024

Mrs. Wanda Elaine Rose Sexton, 77, entered into glory on Sunday, June 16, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family at Hospice House of Dayton. A celebration of life service will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home (Centerville) at 3:00pm on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 2:00-3:00pm. Burial will be held immediately following...

Yvonne Mae Jacaruso

Yvonne Mae Jacaruso

Jun 16, 2024

Yvonne Mae Jacaruso, age 54, of Xenia, passed away on June 16, 2024, with her loving fiance, Steve, and daughter, Taylor, by her side. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on January 27, 1970, the daughter of the late Billy Poston and Rita Williams. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; and her beloved son, Anthony Payne Jacaruso. 

Yvonne is survived...

Allen Channell

Allen Channell

Jun 16, 2024

In loving memory of Allen Channell, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who departed this world peacefully on June 16, 2024, in Troy, Ohio. Born on September 26, 1942, in Jackson, Ohio, Allen's remarkable journey touched the lives of many with his contagious and unwavering positivity.

Allen attended Fairborn High School and earned his GED, which he was very proud...

Shirley Jane Cox

Shirley Jane Cox

Jun 16, 2024

Shirley Jane Cox, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away on June 16, 2024 in Beavercreek, OH. She was born on December 6, 1944 in Greensboro, NC.

Shirley was a beacon of light in the lives of all who knew her. Her smile and kind heart touched the souls of many. She will be remembered for the love she brought...

David Charles Fischer

David Charles Fischer

Jun 15, 2024

Brilliant business mind and Springfield founding father, David Fischer, passed on to his next chapter June 15th, 2024, at 6:15 in the morning following his valiant battle with the debilitating disease Alzheimer’s.

A devoted husband of more than 44 years to his wife Wanda, David had six children by his first wife, Margaret. Margaret preceded him in death in 1979. Their...

Shirley Ann Young

Shirley Ann Young

Jun 14, 2024

Shirley Ann Young, age 87, of Centerville passed away on June 14, 2024. She was born in Dayton on December 10, 1936 to the late Joseph and Elizabeth Pocsi. In addition to her parents, Shirley is preceded in death by her husbands, John Young, Donald Topp Sr.; daughter, Lisa Semelsberger and sister, Eva Pocsi.

Shirley is survived by her son, Donald...

Victor Herbert Couch

Victor Herbert Couch

Jun 14, 2024

Victor Herbert Couch, age 73, of Dayton, passed away on June 14, 2024. 

He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Couch; children, Jennifer Couch and Eric Couch; and the light of his life, his grandson, Austyn. 

Graveside Services will be held privately with the family on Friday, June 21, 2024, at 11:00am, at Heritage Hills Memory Gardens, 7370 State Route 48,...

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