Obituaries

Shirley Lee Rudder

Shirley Lee Rudder

Jul 5, 2026

Shirley Lee (Broshear) Rudder

90, of Camden, peacefully passed away at home on Sunday, July 5, 2026.

She was born December 25, 1935, in Butler County, to the late William M. and Helen M. (Edgington) Broshear.

In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded by beloved husband of 65 years, William Rudder; six brothers; and one sister.

She is survived by her daughters, Sharon...

Johnny R Farley

Johnny R Farley

Jul 2, 2026

Johnny R. Farley

age 71, passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side on Thursday, July 2, 2026.

He was born on August 27, 1954, in Harlan, Kentucky, to the late Henry Farley Jr. and Mary (Patterson) Farley.

Johnny was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, James Jefferson Farley, Kelly Farley, and Henry Jefferson Farley; and his sisters, Shirley...

Beverly A. Matthews

Beverly A. Matthews

Jun 28, 2026

Beverly Ann Matthews, 92 years young, was carried by angels into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Just four days after celebrating her 92nd birthday, Beverly entered the gates for a grand reunion she had long believed in, joining loved ones who were waiting for her in Heaven.

Beverly lived most of her life in Xenia, Ohio. She...

James H. Robertson, Jr.

James H. Robertson, Jr.

Jun 13, 2026

James H. Robertson, Jr.

72, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, June 13, 2026.

He was born September 6, 1953 in Manchester, Kentucky, to his parents James, Sr. and Sally (Arnett) Robertson.

James was preceded in death by his dad and brother, John Robertson.

He is survived by his mom; loving wife of 47 years, Beverly (Harris) Robertson; son, James Robertson...

Susan Jane Stapf

Susan Jane Stapf

May 18, 2026

Susan Jane Stapf

a cherished matriarch and beloved “mammy,” went on to be with her loved ones on May 18, 2026, in Camden, Ohio. Born on May 6, 1959, in Hamilton, Ohio, Susan's vibrant spirit and generous heart left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

Susan's life was a beautiful tapestry woven from selflessness and warmth. She was outgoing and...

Dorothy Crystal Cottingim

Dorothy Crystal Cottingim

Apr 26, 2026

Dorothy Crystal Cottingim

79 of Oxford, Ohio Went to be with the lord on April 26, 2026. 

Dorothy was Born in a cabin in High knob mountain (Virginia) to the late Emett M. Peak and Lillie M. (Begley) Peak. In addition to her parents, she was proceeded in death by her Stillborn son Hobart Gary Simpson Jr; Daughter, Sharon (Simpson) Rader; 7...

Dan E. Browning

Dan E. Browning

Apr 24, 2026

Daniel E. Browning

79 of Camden, Ohio passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026.

Dan was born April 14, 1947 in Covington, Ky to Harold B. Browning and Doris J. (Beasley) Browning. Dan was strong, spirited and had a fiery nature. He was raised and educated in Camden, Ohio and served in the U.S. Army after graduation. He had a love of...

Rondall "Bucky" M. Brewer

Rondall "Bucky" M. Brewer

Apr 21, 2026

Rondall “Bucky” Marion Brewer

82, of Camden, OH, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

He was born on April 27, 1943, in Dayton, OH to the late Clayton and Mae (Tibbs) Brewer.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by in laws, Paul and Margaret Bevenger; sons, Jeff and Brian Brewer; and sister, Rita Rose.

He...

Barbara L. Spurlock

Barbara L. Spurlock

Apr 9, 2026

Barbara Lynn Spurlock (née Miller, Formerly Flanagan)

63, passed away on April 9, 2026 in Blue Ash, OH after a long illness.

Born on February 11, 1963 in San Mateo, CA to Betty Wells and Kenneth Miller, Barbara spent most of her life near Middletown, OH. 

While her journey was marked by significant personal challenges and a long, difficult struggle, those who knew...

Laura M. Schaeffer

Laura M. Schaeffer

Mar 31, 2026

Laura Mae Schaeffer

was born in a 2-room cabin in Hawkins County, Tennessee on March 19, 1936, the firstborn of John and Mary Parker who soon moved to southwestern Ohio.

She often spoke fondly of high school in Seven Mile. In 1955 she married Virgil Schaeffer, first living in a small camping trailer at Chanute Air Force Base, Illinois. After moving around...

Vicki L. Matthews

Vicki L. Matthews

Mar 30, 2026

Celebrating the Life of a Beloved Mother, Sister, Daughter, and Friend

Vicki L. Matthews

age 64, of Xenia, Ohio, went to be with the Lord, her father Roy, son Casey, and brother Garry on Monday, March 30, 2026. Born August 6, 1961, to her parents Roy and Beverly Matthews, Vicki's life was a testament to the love she had for her family...

Dan Cloud

Dan Cloud

Mar 25, 2026

Walter Daniel “Dan” Cloud

age 77, of Camden, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday March 25, 2026, after a short illness. Born February 12, 1949, in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Walter A. and Anna Lorene (Crouch) Cloud. Dan was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Jennifer...

Kay Sorrell

Kay Sorrell

Mar 22, 2026

Kay Sorrell

87, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, March 22, 2026.

She was born October 12, 1938 in Camden to the late Mark B. and Martha E. (Ramsey) Keller.

In addition to her parents, Kay was preceded in death by her high school sweet-heart and husband of 66 years, Robert “Bob” Sorrell; siblings, Helen Christman, Gordon Keller, and Joyce...

Eddie A. Ross

Eddie A. Ross

Mar 7, 2026

Eddie A. Ross

66 of Camden, Ohio was born into this world on July 2nd, 1959, and left it the morning of March 7th 2026.

He was preceded in death by his father Don Ross and his favorite four-legged friend Truffles.

He is survived by his mother Jean Ross, his 2 Be 2 Gether 4 Ever wife of 47 years Tammy Ross, Daughter...

Ronald L. Nohrer

Ronald L. Nohrer

Feb 20, 2026

Ronald Lee Nohrer

79, of Camden, OH and formerly of Hamilton, OH passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, on Friday night, February 20, 2026.

He was born January 15, 1947, in Hamilton to the late John A. and Henrietta A. (Putoff) Nohrer.

Ron is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Ron and Jamie Nohrer; grandchildren, Axel and Clessie Nohrer; sister, Donna May...

Eula M. Alford

Eula M. Alford

Jan 30, 2026

Eula M. (Meyer) Alford

88, of Eaton, formerly Greenville, went to be with the Lord, Friday, January 30, 2026.

She was born January 26, 1938, in Greenville, to the late Carl W. and Margaret E. (Gibson) Meyer.

In addition to her parents, Eula was preceded in death by her husbands, Henry “Hank” Byers and Larry Alford; son, Tim Byers; and granddaughter, Andrea Ferryman.

She...

Ronald G. Roell

Ronald G. Roell

Jan 5, 2026

After an extended illness, Ronald G. Roell, age 73, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 5, 2026.

He was born on January 19, 1952, to the late Paul P. and Dorothy M. (Kramer) Roell.

Ron was a 1970 graduate of Elder High School in Cincinnati and a 1974 graduate of The Ohio State University. He married his high school...

Larry Prichard

Larry Prichard

Jan 1, 2026

Larry Prichard

68, of Middletown, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026.

He was born December 5, 1957, in Middletown, to the late Lawrence “Gordon” and Flora “Marie” (Clark) Prichard.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Kimberly Prichard, and brother, Barry Prichard.

He is survived by his daughter, Petrina (Nash) Skiles; son, Adam (Siera) Prichard; grandchildren,...

Brenda L. Knuckles

Brenda L. Knuckles

Dec 31, 2025

Brenda L. (Walton) Knuckles

64, of Camden, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

She was born April 26, 1961, in Hamilton, to the late Jim G. Walton, Sr. and Hattie L. (Withrow) Begley.

In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her stepdad, Lee Begley and brothers, Ricky Begley and Roy Walton.

She is survived by her sons, Gary (Sheena) Walton...

Anita Marie Norris

Anita Marie Norris

Dec 23, 2025

Anita Marie Norris

of Crittenden, Kentucky, formerly of Camden, was born on January 22, 1967 in Hamilton, and passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Saint Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, Kentucky.

Anita is preceded in death by her late husband, Jim Norris; her mother and father, Barb and John McGuire; and many other relatives she held near and dear to her heart.

Anita...