Obituaries

Sep 3, 2025

Phyllis Jean (McPherson) Gabbard, a cherished soul whose life was a testament to her unwavering faith and boundless love, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 3, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on April 22, 1947, in Dayton, Ohio, Phyllis was a beacon of light to all who knew her, and her departure...

Sep 2, 2025

Wanda Gayman

Age 93 of Dayton, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025. She was born in New Market, Ohio to her late father, Glenn West and late mother, Elsie Conway. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Don Gayman, Sr.; 4 sons, Don Jr., Larry, Tim, and Dennis Gayman.

Wanda...

Aug 28, 2025

Betty Sue Witt

73 years of age, was born on February 5, 1952 in Hazard, KY and passed away on Thursday, August 28th, 2025 in Versailles, Ohio. Betty is survived by her daughter, Jean (Witt) Garrett and her husband Brandon and grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claydea and Homer Witt and sister Cloah...

Aug 28, 2025

We celebrate the life and legacy of Mr. Cleo Brock, a WWII army veteran who served his country faithfully in the Pacific theater. He was a cherished pillar of the Union Pentecostal Church and the West Alexandria community, who was called to his heavenly home on August 28, 2025. Born on August 9, 1927, in Mount Vernon, Kentucky, Cleo's...

Aug 22, 2025

Jeffrey Scott Beilharz

Age 67 of Brookville, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on August 22, 2025 after losing his battle with cancer. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on June 11, 1958 to his parents, Richard and Susan Beilharz.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his...

Aug 19, 2025

In Loving Memory

Weaver, Ruthanne

Age 88, of Trotwood, passed away on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, Don E. Weaver in 2021. She is survived by daughters Terri (Jeff) Moon of Winfield, IN, Kerri (Jeff) Slonaker of Trotwood, 5 grandchildren, Jared, Annie, Josh, Jason and Jake; and 9 great grandchildren,...

Aug 13, 2025

Stephanie Raleigh Crawford, age 52 of New Lebanon, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on September 26, 1972 in Dayton, Ohio.

Stephanie graduated from Dixie High School Class of 1990, and obtained her bachelor’s degree in...

Aug 11, 2025

LaVerna Rae Stiver, age 87 of Brookville, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 11, 2025 at the Brookhaven Nursing and Care Center. She was born on August 25, 1937 in Dayton, Ohio the daughter of the late Pertal H. & Marcella (Wheeler) Hamilton-Niekamp. LaVerna enjoyed writing poetry and won several awards for her writing, she loved to babysit and...

Aug 8, 2025

Delbert "Bert" Puckett, a man whose laughter was as infectious as his spirit, embarked on his final adventure on August 8, 2025, in Clarksville, TN.

Born on April 24, 1954, in Dayton, OH, Bert was a beacon of mischief from the get-go, a trait that stayed with him throughout his 71 years of life.

Aug 7, 2025

Marlene L. Rung, age 80 of Aurora, Colorado, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the Medical Center of Aurora, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on July 6, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Violet M. Stemple-Hogan and Worley E. Stemple.

Marlene was...

Aug 4, 2025

Kenneth Eugene Ullery

Age 90 of Trotwood, Ohio passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025. He was born on October 9, 1934 to his parents, Russell and Dorothy (Fink) Ullery.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell E. and Dorothy (Fink) Ullery; 2 brothers, James and Charles Ullery; Sister, Nancy Ullery,...

Aug 2, 2025

Aaron George Klassen

Age 79 of Miamisburg, Ohio passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025. He was born in Gladwin, Michigan on February 23, 1946 to his parents Frank & Ella (Klassen). In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn (Hofacker) Klassen; and 3 siblings, Frank, Fred, and Avis.

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Aug 1, 2025

James D. Ney

Age 95 of New Lebanon, Ohio passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025. A graveside service will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, August 6th, 2025 at Holp Cemetery on Clayton Road in Farmersville, Ohio. www.RogersFuneralHomes.com

Jul 30, 2025

Phyllis M. Vanover

Age 92 of Brookville, formerly of New Lebanon, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. She was born in Bulls Gap, TN on September 3, 1932 to her parents, Ott and Thelma Gentry. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Van Vanover; son-in-law, Larry Shock; brother, Paul Gentry;...

Jul 27, 2025

Tony M. Denny, age 70 of West Carrollton Ohio, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025 at his residence. He was born on July 25, 1955 to the late Roy R. and Mary M. (Swank) Denny of Dayton, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Roy Denny, Jr., Donald...

Jul 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Randy Powers

With heavy hearts, the family of Randy Powers announces his sudden passing on July 22 at the age of 61, due to cardiac arrest.

Born on August 24, 1963, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, Randy was inquisitive from the...

Jul 16, 2025

Travis Lee Collette, a cherished son, brother, uncle, nephew, friend, and entrepreneur, passed away on July 16, 2025, at the age of 44. Born on February 20, 1981, and raised in Brookville, Ohio, Travis's zest for life and his generous spirit were evident from his earliest days.

As the beloved owner of Collette Roofing, LLC,...

Jul 12, 2025

Linda Lee Wade

Age 76 of New Lebanon, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025 while surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert & Marguerite Hoke; brother-in-law, Elmer Crabtree; nephew, Christopher Crabtree; father and mother-in-law, Paul & Marjorie Wade.

Linda is survived by her sons, Matthew...

Jul 9, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Hepner, age 95, formerly of Winchester, Virginia, passed away on July 9, 2025 at the Loudoun Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

She was born on July 22, 1929 Sunny Ridge of Round Hill in Loudoun County, VA to the late William Franklin and Susie Viola (nee: Boyd) Marcus. She is last of...

Jul 2, 2025

Dewayne “Sam” Phillips

Age 89 of New Lebanon, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on March 27, 1936 to his parents, Howard and Faye Phillips. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Phillips; son, Rick Phillips, 2 sisters, Patty Heck and Nancy...