Obituaries

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...

Trenton Wayne Souther

Trenton Wayne Souther

Dec 17, 2025

In Loving Memory of Trenton Wayne Souther

December 5, 2025 – December 17, 2025

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of our precious baby boy, Trenton Wayne Souther, who was born on December 5, 2025, and taken from us much too soon on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.

Trenton was the cherished son of Taylar and Chelsea (Ross) Souther. He was named after his father...

Sonya Lee (Durbin) Graves

Sonya Lee (Durbin) Graves

Dec 15, 2025

Sonya Lee (Durbin) Graves

joined her loved ones in Heaven on Monday, December 15, 2025. She was born on July 3, 1969, to the late Charles and Shirley Mae (O’Conner) Durbin.

Sonya was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Vonda Hollman and Vickie McGaha; and her brothers, Jr. Durbin and Sam Durbin.

She is survived by her brother-in-law, Robert McGaha; nephews,...

Robert "Bob" E. Bray

Robert "Bob" E. Bray

Dec 8, 2025

Robert “Bob” Bray

87, of Camden, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025.

He was born May 29, 1938 in Lanier Township, to the late Howard L. and Agnes B. (Walker) Bray.

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Ruth (Kolb) Bray; daughters, Dawn (Steven) Smith and Tracy (Kevin) Jahn; granddaughters, Emma and Abbey Jahn; brother, Eldon Bray; and nephews and...

Raegina M. Fugate

Raegina M. Fugate

Nov 30, 2025

Raegina “Rae-Rae” Fugate

Age 40 of West Elkton, formerly Camden, peacefully passed away surrounded by her immediate family on Sunday, November 30, 2025.

She was born January 1, 1985, in Hamilton, to her parents, Michael R. House and Valerie J. (Snowden) Wysong.

Rae-Rae was preceded in death by her stepdad, Brian Wysong, and cousin, Jamie Crank.

She is survived by her husband, Riley Fugate;...

Destany Nicole Howard

Destany Nicole Howard

Nov 25, 2025

Destany Nicole Howard

Was born sleeping, Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her grandpa’s, Larry Puckett and Charles Howard; and special grandma, Charlotte Puckett.

Destany is survived by her parents, Christina Puckett/Coreas and Rob Howard; half-brother, Jesse Howard and other siblings; grandma, Mary Howard; and multiple, aunts, uncles, great aunts, great uncles, and cousins.

A visitation will be held Thursday,...

Diane M. Soper

Diane M. Soper

Nov 22, 2025

Celebration of Diane Marie (Falldorf) Soper’s life

Diane was born on March 4th, 1957, to Detrick and Freda Falldorf, the first of 4 children and she truly filled the role of big sister. She became the best bedtime story teller, making up characters and plots as she went. She enjoyed raising rabbits and aquariums full of fish. She had a talent...

Linda F. Merrill

Linda F. Merrill

Nov 8, 2025

Linda F. Merrill

81, of Gratis, Ohio went home to be with lord on Saturday, November 8, 2025

She was born January 26, 1944, in Glendale, Ohio to the late Joseph H. and Disa V. (Poynter) Van Hook.

In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Drew (June 23, 2019) after 57 years of marriage. Granddaughter, Tiffany Howard-Sharrett...

Hillbilly Murray

Hillbilly Murray

Nov 2, 2025

Michael Shaun Murray “Hillbilly”

47, of Hamilton, passed away, Sunday, November 2, 2025.

He was born October 1, 1978 in Cincinnati.

Hillbilly was preceded in death by his father, Gary Murray.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Murray; children, Michael Murray, Jr., Tuesday Raley, Dougie Burke, Dawna Ray Burke, Alexis Murray, and Coleman Murray; a host of grandchildren; mom, Rena Murray; siblings, Bobby...

LaVerna I. Bryant

LaVerna I. Bryant

Oct 18, 2025

LaVerna Irene (Craig) Bryant

90, formerly of Preble County, went Home to be with the Lord, Saturday, October 18, 2025.

She was born in Hamilton on September 10, 1935, to the late Chester W. and Mildred E. (Reece) Craig.

In addition to her parents, LaVerna was preceded in death by her siblings, Mary Craig, Della Wright, and James Craig; husband, John Bryant; and...

Marsha L. O'Dell

Marsha L. O'Dell

Oct 9, 2025

Marsha Lynn (Craft) O’Dell

With deep sorrow and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Marsha, who peacefully made her way to her eternal Home in Heaven on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the age of 75.

She was born in Middletown on December 1, 1949, to the late Thomas and Christine Craft. Marsha graduated from Preble Shawnee High School, Class of...

Lester Lunsford

Lester Lunsford

Sep 23, 2025

Lester Lunsford

68, of Hamilton, has gone home to be with the Lord and go fishing in the beautiful waters of Heaven, Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

He was born February 25, 1957 in Hamilton, to his parents, Albert and Edith (Begley) Lunsford.

Lester was preceded in death by his mom, Edith.

He is survived by his dad, Albert; children, Les (Lynlee) Lunsford, and Leigh...

Steven J. Imhoff, Sr.

Steven J. Imhoff, Sr.

Sep 14, 2025

Steven J. “Bubba” Imhoff

64, of Camden, passed away peacefully, Sunday, September 14, 2025 with family by his side.

He was born July 22, 1961, in Hamilton, to the late James N. and Sylvia A. (Fike) Imhoff.

Bubba is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Sue Imhoff; son, Steve “Jay” (Caitlyn) Imhoff, Jr.; daughter, Katy (Jeff) Dougherty; grandchildren, Lane, Jimmy, Lorelai,...

Eva L. Lovely

Eva L. Lovely

Sep 5, 2025

Eva Laura Lovely

passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5th, 2025 at the age of 86.

Eva was born in Prestonsburg, Kentucky on February 28th, 1939 to the late Monroe and Bertha (Sizemore) Ousley before they moved to Ohio.

Eva is preceded in death by her husband, Dudley Lovely, her parents, Monroe and Bertha, and her brothers and sister in-laws, Rufus J. Ousley...

Missie A. White

Missie A. White

Aug 29, 2025

Melissa “Missie” White

49, of Camden, unexpectedly passed away, Friday, August 29, 2025.

She is survived by her husband, James White; mother and stepfather, Edith and Doug White; father and stepmother, Mike and Gaye Stephenson; brothers, Jay Stephenson and Zach White; nieces and nephew, Sayge, Rose, Quentin, and Elaine Lou; uncle, Wes Hileman; children, Nikki, Lance, Jessica, Willy, James Jr., Dalton, and...

Chris J. Scarberry

Chris J. Scarberry

Aug 21, 2025

Chris Scarberry

Age 51, of Camden, was tragically taken from us on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

Chris was one of a kind — no nonsense, brutally honest, and full of grit, yet with a heart that opened wide to anyone who needed it. She was the kind of woman who told you exactly what she thought, but also made you feel like...

Amanda M. (Rudder) Taylor Shockey

Amanda M. (Rudder) Taylor Shockey

Aug 19, 2025

Amanda (Rudder) Taylor Shockey

101, of Camden, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior, Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

She was born January 11, 1924, in London, Kentucky, to the late V. Homer and Goldie M. (George) Rudder.

In addition to her parents, Amanda was preceded in death by her husbands, Charles Taylor and Elwood Shockey, and siblings, Ila Agnes Holmes and William...