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Josephine Adams Camden
Josephine S. Adams (nee Sexton)
82, of Camden, passed away September 16, 2020.
She was born December 26, 1937 in Whitesburg, Kentucky, and grew up on Stamper’s Branch as a coal miners’ daughter. A straight “A” student, she was a 1955 graduate of Whitesburg High School. After 26 years of service, she retired in 1999 from Miami University. Josephine was a member of Taylor’s Grove Baptist Church. Never one to sever her Appalachian...
Josephine S. Adams (nee Sexton)
82, of Camden, passed away September 16, 2020.
She was born December 26, 1937 in Whitesburg, Kentucky, and grew up on Stamper’s Branch as a coal...
Rhuie (Pitsinger) Curtis Camden
Rhuie I. (Pitsinger) Curtis
Age 81, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, September 12, 2020.
She was born July 15, 1939 in Eaton, to the late Riley P. and Viola M. (Sheets) Pitsinger.
In addition to her parents, Rhuie was preceded in death by her husband, Jim; and sister, Rosemary Cornett.
She is survived by her daughters, Timy (Rod) Garner and Cathy (Sam) Sparks; son, Brad Curtis; grandchildren, Sarah, Luke, Shannon, Tanner, Brandy, Molly, and Rylie; and several great...
Rhuie I. (Pitsinger) Curtis
Age 81, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, September 12, 2020.
She was born July 15, 1939 in Eaton, to the late Riley P. and Viola M. (Sheets)...
Bonnie Wilburn Camden
Bonnie Wilburn
age 60, of Camden, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2020.
She was born in Middletown on August 29, 1960 to Norman “Bug” Peak and Joann (Saylor) Peak.
Bonnie enjoyed reading in her spare time and liked to write her grandchildren stories, along with gardening and spending time with her family in their cabin in Virginia. She followed in her father’s footsteps becoming a machinist.
She is survived by her husband of 17 years, Bill Wilburn;...
Bonnie Wilburn
age 60, of Camden, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2020.
She was born in Middletown on August 29, 1960 to Norman “Bug” Peak and Joann (Saylor)...
Kenneth "Kenny" Beatty Eaton
Kenneth E. “Kenny” Beatty
Age 32, of Eaton, peacefully passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his grandma, Lois Bisping.
Kenny is survived by his dad and step-mom, Louis and Beth Beatty; mom, Jennifer Bradford; siblings, A.J., Jayna, Mikalah, and Maya; grandmother, “Nanny” Celia Marquette; aunts and uncles, Brandy “Bubba” and Jeff Meyer, Dewey Beatty, and Jacqueline Osborn; and beloved friend, Ghostie.
Per Kenny’s...
Kenneth E. “Kenny” Beatty
Age 32, of Eaton, peacefully passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his grandma, Lois Bisping.
Kenny is survived by his dad...
Ruby Saylor Middletown
Ruby F. (Sexton) Saylor
Age 72, of Middletown, passed away Monday, August 24, 2020.
She was born February 4, 1948 in Morgan County, Kentucky to the late Arthur R. and Sarah M. (Nickell) Sexton.
In addition to her parents, Ruby was preceded in death by her brothers, Alvin and Ernie Sexton; sisters, Mary Tucker and Voneda Hale.
She is survived by her husband, Greg Saylor; son, Richard Schultheiss; and sisters, Marie (Vernal) Hale, Lena (Bill) Moore, and Ruthie Helton.
A graveside service...
Ruby F. (Sexton) Saylor
Age 72, of Middletown, passed away Monday, August 24, 2020.
She was born February 4, 1948 in Morgan County, Kentucky to the late Arthur R. and Sarah M. (Nickell)...
Ritchie Longworth Germantown
Ritchie L. Longworth
Born May 4th, 1956, Age 64, of Germantown, Ohio. He was a 1974 graduate of Preble Shawnee High School with honors. A 1978 graduate of Cumberland College, where he received a full-ride scholarship for basketball. He spent his career as a manager for GE and Hewlett-Packard. Ritchie peacefully passed away at his home. He went to be with the Lord, Monday, August 24, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his father, Paul E. Longworth.
Ritchie is survived by...
Ritchie L. Longworth
Born May 4th, 1956, Age 64, of Germantown, Ohio. He was a 1974 graduate of Preble Shawnee High School with honors. A 1978 graduate of Cumberland College, where he received a...
Dorothy Spradling-Holland formerly Camden
Dorothy D. (Bowling) Spradling-Holland
Age 89, formerly of Camden, passed away Monday, August 24, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel & Pearl (Tackett) Bowling; husbands, William Clyde Spradling & Herbert Holland; siblings, Martha Spradling, James Bowling, Kelly Bowling, Emerson Bowling, Clarence Bowling, Christine Shields, & Wayne Bowling; son, Herbert Darrell Spradling; grandson, Robert Timothy Reynolds; great grandchild, Aria Spradling; and...
Dorothy D. (Bowling) Spradling-Holland
Age 89, formerly of Camden, passed away Monday, August 24, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel & Pearl (Tackett) Bowling; husbands,...
Alice Ballinger Camden
Alice E. (Root) Ballinger
Age 82, of Camden, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020.
She was born October 5, 1937 in Gratis, Preble County, where she resided all her life. She was a long-time member of the First Southern Baptist Church and retired from Miami University.
Preceded by her husband of 50 years, Robert L. Ballinger; parents, Homer and Alice (Hime) Root; granddaughter, Karen Hayes; siblings, Ernest “Bud” Root, Mary Cupp, Clara Stevenson, Alberta Nelson, Vernon...
Alice E. (Root) Ballinger
Age 82, of Camden, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020.
She was born October 5, 1937 in Gratis, Preble County, where she resided all her life. She was a long-time...
Edward Stoffregen II Somerville
Edward L. Stoffregen II, “Dusty”
74, of Somerville, OH passed away on August 22, 2020. He was born September 11, 1945 to Edward and Helen Stoffregen (nee Morris) in Hamilton, OH. Ed graduated from Seven Mile High School, OH in 1964 and received his Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Kentucky University.
"Dusty" grew up on a small family farm outside of Hamilton, OH where he was the oldest of three children. Being raised on a farm where...
Edward L. Stoffregen II, “Dusty”
74, of Somerville, OH passed away on August 22, 2020. He was born September 11, 1945 to Edward and Helen Stoffregen (nee Morris) in Hamilton,...
Daniel Woodard Camden
Daniel Glen Woodard
49, born at Miami Valley Hospital January 27, 1971.
He graduated from Eaton High School and attended Miami University – Hamilton. He worked at AK Steel and was nearing retirement from the US Postal Service.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Wendy; and their children, Maddie, Riane, Brenna, Jake, and Korrie. He is also survived by his mother, Mary Fleming Reed; his father Doug (Peggy) Woodard; his mother-in-law and father-in-law Pam...
Daniel Glen Woodard
49, born at Miami Valley Hospital January 27, 1971.
He graduated from Eaton High School and attended Miami University – Hamilton. He worked at AK Steel and...
Teresa Schatzle Camden
Teresa (Kremer) Schatzle
age 99, of Camden, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Schatzle; son-in-law, Clem Vonderhaar; grandson, Nick Bennett; great-grandson, Wyatt Clevenger; and sisters, Cecelia Kordenbrock and Elizabeth Kordenbrock.
Teresa is survived by her children, Sylvia Bennett, Elaine Clevenger, Teresa Vonderhaar, and Leroy (Billie) Schatzle; grandchildren, Jody (Theresa) Bennett, Andy (Angie) Bennett, Jeff (Amanda) Clevenger,...
Teresa (Kremer) Schatzle
age 99, of Camden, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Schatzle; son-in-law, Clem Vonderhaar; grandson, Nick...
Jerry Harsh Camden
Jerry A. Harsh
Age 67, of Camden, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at McCullough Hyde Hospital in Oxford.
He was born September 13, 1952 in Wayne County, Indiana to Kenneth Eugene and Agnes L. (Cox) Harsh.
Jerry was preceded in death by his father; grandparents, Mack C. and Bernice (McKissick) Harsh.
He is survived by his mother; wife of 25 years, Lottie (Otto) Harsh; son, Jerry Harsh, Jr. of Centerville; daughter, Heather and James Rouch of Miamisburg; step-son, Taylor and...
Jerry A. Harsh
Age 67, of Camden, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at McCullough Hyde Hospital in Oxford.
He was born September 13, 1952 in Wayne County, Indiana to Kenneth Eugene and...
Robert "Bob" Wells Somerville
Robert “Bob” Wells
age 94, passed away peacefully at his residence Wednesday, August 12, 2020. He was born on Jan. 3, 1926 to Roy and Ora Wells.
Bob served in the Armed Forces during WWII and earned a Bronze Star. Upon returning home, he worked at Armco and retired after 39 years. For over 40 years, he also owned and operated Bob Wells Horse Equipment with the help of his family.
He is survived by his daughter, Jody (Jerry) Arnett, his 2 beloved granddaughters, Jamie...
Robert “Bob” Wells
age 94, passed away peacefully at his residence Wednesday, August 12, 2020. He was born on Jan. 3, 1926 to Roy and Ora Wells.
Bob served in the Armed Forces...
Terry Dotson Camden
Terry A. Dotson
age 41 of Camden, OH unexpectedly passed away at his home Monday, August 10th, 2020.
He was born in Oxford, OH on December 28, 1978 to Al and Cindy (George) Dotson.
He was a 1997 graduate of Preble Shawnee High School. Terry was a family man who enjoyed playing games with his kids and rooting for the Cleveland Browns.
He is preceded in death by his Dad, Al Dotson, grandmother Nancy George and grandfather George W. Dotson.
He is survived by his mom, Cindy (Wes...
Terry A. Dotson
age 41 of Camden, OH unexpectedly passed away at his home Monday, August 10th, 2020.
He was born in Oxford, OH on December 28, 1978 to Al and Cindy (George) Dotson.
He was a...
Thomas Tyler Camden
Thomas Owen Tyler
Age 83, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Monday, July 27, 2020.
He was born June 30, 1937 in Greenbriar, Arkansas to the late James Owen and Pauline B. (Ball) Tyler.
In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his wife of 56 ½ years, Kay L. (Kollman) Tyler; daughter, Barb Schnapp; brothers-in-law, James Wallace and Al Jourdan; and sister-in-law, Carolyn Jourdan.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Ron Clark; son, William...
Thomas Owen Tyler
Age 83, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Monday, July 27, 2020.
He was born June 30, 1937 in Greenbriar, Arkansas to the late James Owen and Pauline B. (Ball) Tyler.
In...
Wanda Back Camden
Wanda Back
age 75, of Camden, went Home Friday, July 24, 2020.
She was born March 14, 1945 in Hamilton to the late Russell W. and Eliza (Combs) Asher.
In addition to her parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her brother, Charles Asher.
She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Richard “Dick” Back; step-daughters, Tammy (Kelly) Hunley, Vicki (Jeff) Becker, Cheryl (Johnny) Milligan, and Rhonda (Colby) Spencer; sister, Marie Abrams; nieces, Jennifer (Britt) Cox and Rachel...
Wanda Back
age 75, of Camden, went Home Friday, July 24, 2020.
She was born March 14, 1945 in Hamilton to the late Russell W. and Eliza (Combs) Asher.
In addition to her parents, Wanda was...
Randy Petro Camden
Randolph Scott “Randy” Petro
62, passed away peacefully after a months-long battle with cancer on Wednesday morning, July 22nd surrounded by family members in his Camden, Ohio home.
He was born on June 20th, 1958 to Robert L. and Mary “Mamie” (Whitesell) Petro. Randy dropped out of school and began driving a semi-truck at the age of 16, hauling grain along with anything else which would lead to a lifetime of shifting gears. Along the way, he met Kathy Sue...
Randolph Scott “Randy” Petro
62, passed away peacefully after a months-long battle with cancer on Wednesday morning, July 22nd surrounded by family members in his Camden, Ohio...
Linda Evans Camden
Linda Evans
Age 81, of Camden, went Home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, July 21, 2020.
She was born June 24, 1939 in Camden, to the late Herbert J. and Juanita (Houseright) Mobley.
In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, David; and siblings, Darrell “Shotgun” Mobley, Verlin Parker, and Sharon Young.
She is survived by her children, David Wayne (Terry) Evans and Roxanne (Junior) Cummings; grandchildren, Athena (Jim) Maly, Jason...
Linda Evans
Age 81, of Camden, went Home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, July 21, 2020.
She was born June 24, 1939 in Camden, to the late Herbert J. and Juanita (Houseright) Mobley.
In addition...
Jesse Myers Middletown
Jesse W. Myers
Age 38, of Middletown, unexpectedly passed away due to a traffic accident Thursday, July 9, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his grandma, Pauline Brogan, and uncle, Kenneth Brogan.
Jesse is survived by his mother and step-father, Kathy and Terry Callahan and father, Jerry (Yolanda) Myers; siblings, Donna, Jerry Jr., and April; special nephew, Christian; grandpa, Robert Brogan; aunt, Karen Brogan; and many more family and friends.
He was a Ford Mustang enthusiast and an...
Jesse W. Myers
Age 38, of Middletown, unexpectedly passed away due to a traffic accident Thursday, July 9, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his grandma, Pauline Brogan, and uncle, Kenneth...
Ronald Pugh Eaton
Ronald L. Pugh
age 70, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord Friday, July 3, 2020.
He graduated from Preble Shawnee High School, Class of 1968, and then entered the U.S. Army serving in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne Recon Team, afterward serving with the Ohio National Guard in Eaton. Ron drove a semi for 33 years, was a private plane pilot, and had many other interests. He was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church in Camden.
Ron was a devoted husband, father, and papaw, and...
Ronald L. Pugh
age 70, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord Friday, July 3, 2020.
He graduated from Preble Shawnee High School, Class of 1968, and then entered the U.S. Army serving in Vietnam...
William "Bill" Miller Camden
William “Bill” D. Miller
Age 92, of Camden, died Monday, June 29, 2020 at Oxford Healthcare Center.
He was born July 2, 1927 in Tip Top, Kentucky.
Bill served in the U.S. Navy, and worked for Joe Gwynn’s as a welder and for Columbus Belting in sales.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Margaret; a grandson; 2 brothers; 3 sisters; and 2 son’s-in-law.
He is survived by his son, Jerry of Huber Heights; daughters, Mildred Steele of Camden and June Stewart of...
William “Bill” D. Miller
Age 92, of Camden, died Monday, June 29, 2020 at Oxford Healthcare Center.
He was born July 2, 1927 in Tip Top, Kentucky.
Bill served in the U.S. Navy, and...
Robert "Bob" Cronan Camden
Robert “Bob” W. Cronan
Age 80, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Monday, June 22, 2020.
He was born December 28, 1938 in Etowah, Tennessee to the late Jacob N. and Estell V. (Pell) Cronan.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Donna; sons and daughters-in-law, Robert C. and Snow Cronan of Carlisle and Donald W. Cronan of Gratis; 5 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; and 7 brothers and sisters.
He had worked for Woody’s Bakery where he was known as...
Robert “Bob” W. Cronan
Age 80, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Monday, June 22, 2020.
He was born December 28, 1938 in Etowah, Tennessee to the late Jacob N. and Estell V....
Anne Koons Camden
Anne M. Koons
age 73, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, June 21, 2020.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Rick; son and daughter-in-law, Brian J. and Donna L. Koons; and many more family and friends.
Anne had once been a beautician, and loved to clog dance. She was known for her infectious laugh and wonderful cooking. She enjoyed bowling and music, especially old rock and roll she could dance to.
Services will be private.
Anne M. Koons
age 73, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, June 21, 2020.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Rick; son and daughter-in-law, Brian J. and Donna L. Koons; and many...
Barb Schnapp Eaton
Barb A. (Tyler) Schnapp
Age 57, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord, Monday, June 15, 2020.
She was born December 6, 1962 in Wheeling, Illinois to Thomas O. and Kay L. (Kollman) Tyler.
Barb was preceded in death by her mom.
She is survived by her loving companion of 27 years, Tim McGlothin; daughter, Amy (Brian) Swain; grandchildren, Eleanor, Lexi, and Harlan Hake and George, John, and Wyatt Swain; siblings, Karen (Ron) Clark and Bill Tyler; nieces and nephews, Sherri Michaud, Phillip...
Barb A. (Tyler) Schnapp
Age 57, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord, Monday, June 15, 2020.
She was born December 6, 1962 in Wheeling, Illinois to Thomas O. and Kay L. (Kollman) Tyler.
Barb was...
Gary Maynard Eaton
On June 14th 2020; Gary Lee Maynard died after an amazing life of 74 years. Survived by his Wife, Pat Maynard; Brother, Ronnie Maynard; Daughter, Amy Wadkins; Son, Mike Maynard; Daughter-in-Law, Tia Maynard. Grandchildren: Kayla Conley, Alex Maynard, Trenton Hancock, Ashlynn Conley, Elaina Maynard, Grace Maynard, Allison Conley, Lily Handcock and Ray Ray. He is also survived by many loving, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. He was preceded in death by his Father, Vernal Maynard; his...
On June 14th 2020; Gary Lee Maynard died after an amazing life of 74 years. Survived by his Wife, Pat Maynard; Brother, Ronnie Maynard; Daughter, Amy Wadkins; Son, Mike Maynard; Daughter-in-Law,...
Hazel Manis Eaton
Hazel R. Manis
Age 73, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord, dancing and rejoicing to be with her family on Saturday, June 13, 2020.
She was born September 1, 1946 to the late William F. and Ethel Mae (Linkous) McIntosh.
In addition to her parents, Hazel was preceded in death by her son, Charles E. Lewis.
She is survived by her daughters, Shelley (Mike) Lamb and Dora (Mark) Sears; life partner and love of her life, Ed Manis; grandchildren, Joshua Scott Lewis, Amber Lewis, Theodore...
Hazel R. Manis
Age 73, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord, dancing and rejoicing to be with her family on Saturday, June 13, 2020.
She was born September 1, 1946 to the late William F. and Ethel...
Audney Gayhart Oxford
Audney Gayhart
Age 84, of Oxford, passed away Monday, June 8, 2020.
He was born August 30, 1935 in Hazard, Kentucky to the late Ballard and Fannie (Trent) Gayhart.
In addition to his parents, Audney was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita; son, Mike; granddaughter, Mandy; and siblings, Bill, Herman, Ballard Jr., Robert, Elmer, Malta Pelfrey, Ila Mae Brown, and Helen Lawwill.
He is survived by his children, David, Larry (Janice), Darryl, Mark, Kim (Kerry) Jerdon, Amy (Jeff)...
Audney Gayhart
Age 84, of Oxford, passed away Monday, June 8, 2020.
He was born August 30, 1935 in Hazard, Kentucky to the late Ballard and Fannie (Trent) Gayhart.
In addition to his parents,...
Anthony "Tony" Rivers Camden
Anthony Wayne Rivers
Age 63, of Camden, Ohio passed away at his home on Sunday June 7, 2020.
Tony was born to parents Frank Rivers and Charlotte (Hall) Rivers on October 25, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio.
He graduated from Twin Valley South High School in 1974. Tony served our country as a member of the United States Air Force. He retired in January 2020 from Cargill in Lewisburg, Ohio. Tony loved his family, his dogs and fish, and Cleveland Browns football.
He is preceded in...
Anthony Wayne Rivers
Age 63, of Camden, Ohio passed away at his home on Sunday June 7, 2020.
Tony was born to parents Frank Rivers and Charlotte (Hall) Rivers on October 25, 1956 in Dayton,...
Peggy Elam Eaton
Peggy Deloris (Wood) Elam
82, of Eaton, passed away June 6, 2020 in Miamisburg, OH.
She was born October 29, 1937 in Mt. Sterling, KY to Herbert W. and Mary (Calvert) Wood.
A 1955 graduate of Gratis High School, Gratis OH. Peggy and husband, Roscoe Elam, Jr. were proprietors of P&R Camper Sales in Gratis, OH until 1985. She was a resident of Vancrest Care Center of Eaton, OH for over 8 years.
She was preceded in death by her mother & father, husband, and sister, Stella.
Peggy is...
Peggy Deloris (Wood) Elam
82, of Eaton, passed away June 6, 2020 in Miamisburg, OH.
She was born October 29, 1937 in Mt. Sterling, KY to Herbert W. and Mary (Calvert) Wood.
A 1955 graduate of...
Jerry Rader Camden
Jerry L. Rader
Age 74, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, June 4, 2020.
He was born April 16, 1946 in Preble County, to the late Matt and Ethel (Heckman) Rader.
In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his twin brother, Larry Rader.
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Dianne Rader; children, David Rader, Becky (John) Edwards, Frankie Rader, Michelle (Tony) Stewart, Pamela (Randy) Howard, and Mike (Vanessa) Rader; 14...
Jerry L. Rader
Age 74, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, June 4, 2020.
He was born April 16, 1946 in Preble County, to the late Matt and Ethel (Heckman) Rader.
In...
DeLaine Cupp Cincinnati
DeLaine T. Cupp
Age 58, of Cincinnati, went to the big lake in the sky on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
He was born June 28, 1961 in Hamilton, to his parents, Donald T. and Evelyn (Wilmot) Cupp.
DeLaine was preceded in death by his mom, Evelyn.
He is survived by his father and step-mother, Donald T. and Henrietta Cupp; son, Laine Cupp; grandsons, Noah Anakin Meyers and Tristan Michael Cupp; brother, Daniel Cupp; mother to Laine, Priscilla Cupp; and many more family and friends.
DeLaine...
DeLaine T. Cupp
Age 58, of Cincinnati, went to the big lake in the sky on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
He was born June 28, 1961 in Hamilton, to his parents, Donald T. and Evelyn (Wilmot)...
Brenda Caudill Greenville
Brenda S. (Schilling) Caudill
Age 64, of Greenville, formerly Eaton, went to be with the Lord Monday, May 25, 2020.
She was born October 12, 1955 in Dayton to Richard Schilling and Marjorie DeGarmo.
Brenda was preceded in death by her father and brother, David Schilling.
She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Danny; children, Tara (Jason) Marker, Chris Caudill, and Heather Hall; grandchildren, Ashley Caudill, Wade Payne, Olivia Hall, Cameron Hall, Lucas Marker, and Joselyn...
Brenda S. (Schilling) Caudill
Age 64, of Greenville, formerly Eaton, went to be with the Lord Monday, May 25, 2020.
She was born October 12, 1955 in Dayton to Richard Schilling and Marjorie...
Gerald "Jerry" Kelley Middletown
Gerald “Jerry” Leroy Kelley
Age 77 of Middletown, went Home to be with the Lord after a 7-month battle with Leukemia on Saturday, May 23, 2020.
He was born November 23, 1942 in Hamilton, to the late Willard and Helen (Haag) Kelley.
In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his sister, Norma Pettus, and brother, Donald Kelley.
He is survived by his loving wife of many years after marrying as teenagers, Joyce; son, Jerry Lee (Becky) Kelley of...
Gerald “Jerry” Leroy Kelley
Age 77 of Middletown, went Home to be with the Lord after a 7-month battle with Leukemia on Saturday, May 23, 2020.
He was born November 23, 1942 in...
Joseph Combs Camden
Joseph Sean Combs
Age 55, of Camden, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 after a long courageous battle with cancer.
He was born October 11, 1964 in Dayton, to his parents, Donald J. and Agnes Suzanne (Woodard) Combs.
Joe was preceded in death by his father and brother, Jody Combs.
He is survived by his mom; wife, Holly; daughter, Emily (Bill); son, Joseph (Amber); grandchildren, Anne Marie and William; and siblings, Jeanne Via and Jay, Jeff, and Jerry Combs.
Joe graduated from Preble...
Joseph Sean Combs
Age 55, of Camden, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 after a long courageous battle with cancer.
He was born October 11, 1964 in Dayton, to his parents, Donald J. and Agnes...
Lonnie Sorrell Springboro
Lonnie F. Sorrell
Age 85, of Springboro, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020.
He was born May 15, 1935 in Menifee County, Kentucky to the late Leonard and Ella (Robinson) Sorrell.
Lonnie was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, and boating. He retired from Appleton Paper after 30+ years of service.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty of 59 years; and siblings, Warren Sorrell, Morine Curtis, Henry Sorrell, Bea Noel, and Muriel...
Lonnie F. Sorrell
Age 85, of Springboro, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020.
He was born May 15, 1935 in Menifee County, Kentucky to the late Leonard and Ella (Robinson) Sorrell.
Lonnie...
Bessie Stubbs Hamilton
Bessie Stubbs
Age 93, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away May 4, 2020 surrounded by her loving family.
Bessie was born September 23, 1926 in Manchester, Kentucky, the daughter of Hugh and Martha (Foister) Henson.
She was a member of Faith Pentecostal Church in New Miami.
Bessie leaves behind her brother, George Henson (Tom) of Indianapolis, Indiana; her children, Charles (Colleen) Mitchell of Trenton, Ohio, Jeanette (Kenny) Bates of Camden, Ohio, and Fred (Wendy) Mitchell of Camden,...
Bessie Stubbs
Age 93, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away May 4, 2020 surrounded by her loving family.
Bessie was born September 23, 1926 in Manchester, Kentucky, the daughter of Hugh and Martha...
Shirley Conner Camden
Shirley L. (Woltz) Conner
Age 81, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Monday, April 27, 2020.
She was born July 24, 1938 in Camden to the late Oscar and Dorothy (Stevens) Woltz.
In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, John Conner; son, Dan Conner; brothers, Don Woltz, and Tom Woltz; and sister, Doris Robertson.
She is survived by her daughter, Kathy (Vic) Geise; son, Mike (Paula) Conner; grandchildren, Natalie, John T. (Ali), Shane...
Shirley L. (Woltz) Conner
Age 81, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Monday, April 27, 2020.
She was born July 24, 1938 in Camden to the late Oscar and Dorothy (Stevens) Woltz.
In addition to...
Michelle Madison Junction City, Kansas
Michelle Lynn (Caudill) Madison
Age 47, of Junction City, Kansas, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, April 21, 2020.
She was born May 31, 1972 in Richmond, Virginia to her parents, Michael Caudill and Julie Zankert
It would be wrong to say that Michelle lost her battle because she never stopped fighting. No matter how sick she was, she was always determined. When anyone else would have broken, Michelle stayed strong. Through her, we know what resilience and perseverance truly looked like....
Michelle Lynn (Caudill) Madison
Age 47, of Junction City, Kansas, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, April 21, 2020.
She was born May 31, 1972 in Richmond, Virginia to her parents, Michael...
Charles "Chuck" Garrison Gratis
Charles “Chuck” O. Garrison, Jr
Age 70, of Gratis, peacefully went Home to be with the Lord, surrounded by his family, Monday, April 13, 2020.
He was born November 1, 1949 in Hamilton, to the late Charles O. and Lillian (Newton) Garrison.
In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his best friend and loving companion, Sassy.
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Shirley Garrison; children, Denise (Roger) Miller, Cindy (Boyd) Carr, Jinne (Chris...
Charles “Chuck” O. Garrison, Jr
Age 70, of Gratis, peacefully went Home to be with the Lord, surrounded by his family, Monday, April 13, 2020.
He was born November 1, 1949 in...
Judith Taylor Camden
Judith C. (Cunningham) Taylor
Age 79, of Camden, peacefully passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020.
She was born October 22, 1940 in Hamilton, to the late Arthur and Amelia (Arzolaites) Cunningham.
Judy is survived by her husband of 42 years, Carroll E. Taylor; daughter, Paula (Chick) Rodeffer; son, Mike (Terri) Anderson; step-daughter, Peggy (Joe) Proeschel; step-son, Dwayne Taylor; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She worked for ODOT for 15 years, and enjoyed collecting...
Judith C. (Cunningham) Taylor
Age 79, of Camden, peacefully passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020.
She was born October 22, 1940 in Hamilton, to the late Arthur and Amelia (Arzolaites)...
David Evans Camden
David Evans
Age 88, of Camden, went Home to be with the Lord, Friday, April 10, 2020.
He was born February 12, 1932 in Middletown, to the late Felix and Anna (Fredericks) Evans.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by siblings, Donnie Evans, Opal Wilder, Bertha Rosa, and an infant sister.
He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Linda (Mobley) Evans; children, David Wayne (Terry) Evans and Roxanne (Junior) Cummings; grandchildren, Athena (Jim) Maly, Jason...
David Evans
Age 88, of Camden, went Home to be with the Lord, Friday, April 10, 2020.
He was born February 12, 1932 in Middletown, to the late Felix and Anna (Fredericks) Evans.
In addition to...
Karen Hayes Gratis
Karen Marie Hayes
Age 36, of Gratis, unexpectedly gained her wings and went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 17, 2020.
She was born August 21, 1983 in Middletown to her parents, William and Diana Hayes.
Karen was preceded in death by her grandpa, Robert Ballinger; and aunt, Trish Reynolds.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her son, Dylan; fiancée, Gary Frazier; sisters, Stephanie (Brian) Gambrell, Angela (Hannah) Hayes, and Brittany (Mike) Mullins; nieces...
Karen Marie Hayes
Age 36, of Gratis, unexpectedly gained her wings and went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 17, 2020.
She was born August 21, 1983 in Middletown to her parents,...
Gloria Thorpe Eaton
Gloria J. (Lukens) Thorpe
Age 84, of Eaton, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020.
She was born March 19, 1935 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Rupert and Iva (Warrick) Lukens.
In addition to her parents, Gloria was preceded in death by a daughter, Pam Moore; siblings, Barbara McKee, Jim Lukens, Phillip Lukens, and Candi Lukens; and brother-in-law, John Gaither.
She is survived by her children, Jim Thorpe, Kevin (Peggy) Thorpe, and Karen (Tim) Clinger;...
Gloria J. (Lukens) Thorpe
Age 84, of Eaton, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020.
She was born March 19, 1935 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Rupert and Iva (Warrick) Lukens. ...
William "Bill" Gardner West Alexandria
William E. “Bill” Gardner
Age 88, of West Alexandria, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020, peacefully at home.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John H. and Alice I. (Borgwardt) Gardner; wife, Arnett; step-son, Randy Johnson; and all his siblings.
Bill is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, William C. and Kim Gardner; grandson, Kaden; nieces and nephews; and his beloved pets, Casey and Dixie.
He retired from Lanier Township as the Road Superintendent and the...
William E. “Bill” Gardner
Age 88, of West Alexandria, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020, peacefully at home.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John H. and Alice I....
Sandra "Sandy" Lynch Middletown
Sandy G. (Downs) Lynch
Age 74, of Middletown, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, Saturday, February 22, 2020.
She was born November 17, 1945 in Trenton to the late Archie and Lillian (Salyer) Downs.
In addition to her parents, Sandy was preceded in death by her husband, Doug Lynch; granddaughter, Kelsie Jackson; and brothers, Larry and Otto Ingram.
She is survived by her children, Beth (Sam) Kinzer, Marty (Stephani) Schul, Missy Minor, Renee (Ken) Czarnecki, Shonda (Eric...
Sandy G. (Downs) Lynch
Age 74, of Middletown, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, Saturday, February 22, 2020.
She was born November 17, 1945 in Trenton to the late Archie and...
Billy Hacker Camden
Billy Hacker
77, of Camden, Ohio was surrounded by his family when he was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 21, 2020 at Kettering Medical Center. Billy was born on August 24, 1942 in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Fred and Clara (Marcum) Hacker.
Billy attended Clay County High School in Manchester, Kentucky before joining the United States Air Force. After his discharge, he married Marjorie Allen in Manchester on November 20, 1964. Billy spent most of his professional...
Billy Hacker
77, of Camden, Ohio was surrounded by his family when he was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 21, 2020 at Kettering Medical Center. Billy was born on August 24,...
Mary Howard Camden
Mary Louise (Lokey) Howard
was born on August 16, 1926 in Hickory Flat, Mississippi to Eva and Loyd Lokey. She moved to Middletown, Ohio in 1948 to marry Everett Howard.
In 2012, she had a stroke and moved to Van Crest Health care, where she died on February 14, 2020.
Mrs. Howard was a person of change…she was one of the first women from Preble County to go to college in her thirties and inspired several other women from the area to attend once they saw her success. Mrs....
Mary Louise (Lokey) Howard
was born on August 16, 1926 in Hickory Flat, Mississippi to Eva and Loyd Lokey. She moved to Middletown, Ohio in 1948 to marry Everett Howard.
In 2012, she had a...
Arlene Hurley Somerville
Arlene Reba Hurley
Age 90, of Somerville, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2020.
She was born March 24, 1929, at her childhood home in Gratis, Ohio. She was a graduate of West Elkton High School and proud she had the opportunity to work at NCR, Pillsbury, and Stephenson Oil Company.
Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, Marshall and Edith Dillon; brother, Gary; husband, Vic Hurley; and their son, Carl.
She leaves behind to hold her memories dear, her daughter; Cindy...
Arlene Reba Hurley
Age 90, of Somerville, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2020.
She was born March 24, 1929, at her childhood home in Gratis, Ohio. She was a graduate of West Elkton...
Mark Reynolds Eaton
Mark A. Reynolds
Age 58, was born January 18, 1962 and died Monday, February 10, 2020.
He was the son of Robert Reynolds and Mary Elizabeth (Root) Cupp.
Mark was employed at Miami University for 21 years, until he was let go due to budget cuts, and currently at Hollingsworth East Elementary School. He loved spending time with his grandson, Charles Alan Hayes, who was the light of his life. He loved antiques, garage sales, and collecting marbles, ducks, and beagles. Mark...
Mark A. Reynolds
Age 58, was born January 18, 1962 and died Monday, February 10, 2020.
He was the son of Robert Reynolds and Mary Elizabeth (Root) Cupp.
Mark was employed at Miami University...
Ernie Abrams Camden
Ernie Abrams
Age 78 of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Friday January 31, 2020.
Ernie was born January 17, 1942 in Hamilton, Ohio to the late John and Fairy (Murphy) Abrams.
He was preceded in death by his daughter in law, Paula Abrams and great grandson, Ezra James Abrams.
Ernie is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Carol Abrams; daughter, Kimberly (Nathan) Hamblin; son, Merle (Emily) Abrams; grandchildren, John (Amanda) Abrams, Gade (Ciara) Abrams, and...
Ernie Abrams
Age 78 of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Friday January 31, 2020.
Ernie was born January 17, 1942 in Hamilton, Ohio to the late John and Fairy (Murphy) Abrams.
He...
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