CASEY, Darlene L., age 53, of Riverside, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home on October 1, 2011. Her father and mother, William Rettig and Janet Hargis, and her brother, David Rettig, precede her in death. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Larry Casey and her children, Michelle L. Casey and Aaron A. (Sara) Casey. She has...

CRAIG, Merrill C., age 69, beloved husband, father, and grandfather has died. In the evening of Friday, September 30 his spirit left his earthly body. Merrill was a jovial, sociable resident of Riverside and a member The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (the Mormons). Merrill was born to Everett and Nitabelle Craig of Champaign County, May 22,...

Perry, Lowell Thomas entered the life eternal on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at his home in the presence of his family. Lowell grew up in West Virginia and Portsmouth, Ohio. He served two terms in the United States Army, two years in the European theater and three years in the occupation of Japan following the end of WWII. He received...

McGUFFIN, Rufus E. "Mac" age 88 of Riverside, OH passed away October 2, 2011 while being cared for by his loving children and son-in-law, Bob; and dearest and loving companion, Loretta Milbern. He was born and raised in Walhalla, South Carolina along with six siblings. Uncle too many wonderful nieces and nephews. Rufus was a devoted and loving husband, father,...

Tom Corsette, 48, of Dayton, OH passed away Wednesday September 28, 2011. He is preceded in death by his father, Philip Corsette. Survivors include his mother, Diane Corsette; sister, Elaine Henson; and niece, Alisha Henson. Visitation is Friday October 7, 2011 from 5pm to 7pm with memorial service starting at 7pm at the Newcomer Funeral Home (South Chapel), Kettering, OH.

Eileen Dorothy Blackburn, 87, of Miamisburg, OH passed away Friday September 30, 2011. She is preceded in death by her parents, Al and Hazel May; and husband, David B. Blackburn. Survivors include children, Nancy A. Blackburn, David J. (Rachel) Blackburn, Richard A. Blackburn, and Barbara E. Blackburn; grandchildren, Beth B. (Christopher) Schrameck, Britney M. Blackburn, and David A. Blackburn; great...

Lay, Jack Marion, age 82, of Kettering, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Monday, September 26, 2011. Jack is survived by son: Curtis (Lynn) Lay of Worthington, Ohio and their daughter: Keira Lay of Las Vegas, NV; son: Merrill (Sharon) Lay of Daytona Beach, FL and their children: Reed & Jamie Lay both of Daytona Beach, FL;...

Glen E. HawkinsAge 71, of Brookville, passed away Friday, September 30, 2011. Glen was preceded in death by his first wife, Sybil. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Hawkins; four children, Scott (Jacqui) Hawkins, Curtis Hawkins, Ryan (Kacee) Rose & Lisa (Randy) Rose; three loving grandchildren, Jeordin, Morgyn & Zach with another expected on November 11; one sister, Mary...

ERISMAN, Phyllis J. age 81 passed away September 23, 2011. She is survived by her sons, Michael Erisman and Davy Erisman; 3 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.

Mary E. Hieber-Rock, age 83, of West Carrollton, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2011 at Elmcreek Nursing Home, from Alzheimer's disease. Mary is survived by her brother, Richard A. (Helen) Hieber; sister-in-law, Ipun Hieber; brother-in-law, Gerald T. Karl; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ivan Rock; father, Raymond G. Hieber; mother, Gertrude...

BLACKABY, William "Bill", 82, of Centerville, OH passed away unexpectedly Tuesday September 27, 2011. Bill was born in Lincoln County, KY of parents, Silas and Mary Blackaby and was the tenth of fifteen children. He worked for many years in the area as a master carpenter. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jeanette; daughters, Shirley (Jim) Pugh...

Tom W. BaileyAge 72, of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles & Pauline Bailey; brother, Gene Bailey; sister, Mary Helen Clark; granddaughter, Pauline Bailey; and by one great grandson, James Damron III. Tom is survived by five children, Charles (Kim) Bailey, Montel (Karen) Bailey, Shawn (Marissa) Bailey, Dorothy (Craig) Coss...

Swigart, Marshall B., age 81 of New Lebanon passed away Sunday, September 25,2011. He is preceeded in death by his loving wife, Patricia. He is survived by two sons and their families: Son, Marshall L. Swigart, his daughter Jennifer Abling and her husband Dan. Son, Michael Swigart, his wife Mindy, and their children Maddison and Mason. Marshall is also survived...

Joan Isabelle Ridout (Kunath) age 71 of Dayton, passed away on September 25, 2011, at her home. She was born on April 16, 1940 to the late Alvin and Alma Kunath. In addtion to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Wayne Ridout and sister, Joyce Richardson. Joan is survived by her three sons, Brian (Andra),...

Spinks, Lisa Elizabeth, age 20, of Miamisburg, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 25, 2011. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. on Friday, September 30, 2011 at Miamisburg Christian Church located at 1146 E. Central Ave. in Miamisburg. A Celebration of Lisa's life will be held at the church...

Robin Faye Neal, age 55 of Dayton, passed away on Wednesday September 21, 2011. She was born on April 2, 1956 to Robert Byard and Una Woodall. Robin is survived by her loving daughter, Tori Neal; beloved dog, Dusty Girl; mother, Una Woodall; brother, Jim Woodall; nephew, Jacob Woodall; extended family and many good friends. A memorial service will be...

WOODS, Linda Carol(Lute), 71, of Medway, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 22, 2011. She is preceded in death by her parents Floyd and Delphia Lute; brothers Floyd, Charles, and Danny Lute; half brother Alva Brannan; sisters Ivy Isaac and Delphia Lute; husband Phil Woods; and nephew Danny Lute. Linda is survived by her children Fred (Kimberly) Schneider, Angie (Kevin) Snyder,...

Dorothy Ruth HarrelAge 83, of Dayton, passed away Sunday at the Maria-Joseph Living Care Center. She was preceded in death by her parents. Dorothy is survived by one son, Bill Harrel; two grandchildren, Faith Harrel & Teresa Harrel; three brothers, Dick, Bob & Jack Webster; and by one sister, Cora Belle "Mickey" Webster. Dorothy worked as Office Manager for Sigler...