Obituaries

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...

Jul 2, 2025

Mattie Peters, age 90, passed away peacefully on July 2nd, surrounded by love and the warmth of those who cherished her. A woman of quiet strength and timeless grace, Mattie touched the lives of all who knew her with her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering kindness. Her life was filled with compassion, resilience, and love.

Mattie...

Jun 23, 2025

Brittany Powers

Age 31 of Dayton, Ohio passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, June 23, 2025. She was born in Dayton on April 5, 1994 to her parents John Murph and Connie Russell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandfather, Lee Powers and uncle, James Powers.

Jun 22, 2025

Kyle Marc Spencer

Age 40 of New Lebanon, lost his battle with cancer on Sunday, June 22, 2025. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on September 1st, 1984 to his parents, Marc & Danise Spencer.

Kyle was preceded in death by his father, Marc; grandparents, Dale & Donna Irwin, and Byrl & Ruby...

Jun 20, 2025

Mark Simons Burke, age 76, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025, while residing at Beavercreek Health & Rehab. Born on August 18, 1948, Mark grew up in Trotwood, Ohio, and later lived in Dayton and Union, Ohio.

Mark was a man who never met a stranger and lived with a true zest for life....