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Robert Richard Free
Nov 17, 2022
Robert "Robbie" Richard Free, age 38, of Kettering, Ohio passed away on November 17, 2022 at his residence. He was born August 22, 1984 in Hendersonville, Tennessee, the son of Richard Lee Free and Sharon Kaye Scott. He is preceded in death by his mother, Sharon Kaye Scott. Robbie is survived by his wife, Jenna Leigh Free; three children, Kaye...
Michele Marie Banford
Nov 17, 2022
Michele M. Banford "Shelley", Age 55 of Dayton, passed away on November 17, 2022. Shelley was born on May 10, 1967 to Dale Banford and Nancy Burton nee' Flanders. Shelley is survived by her children, Daniele Pathenos and Anthony Pathenos, grandchildren, Emma and Caleb, siblings; Tammy Wolfe (Ken), Scott Banford (Laura), Tricia Banford and Matthew Banford, grandmother, Rosella Flanders, and...
Dwaine Leo Fairchild
Nov 17, 2022
Dwaine Leo Fairchild went home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2022 at 1:40pm. Dwaine was born on December 16, 1951 to the late Rev. Vernal and Geraldine (Day) Fairchild.Dwaine was a skilled carpenter for over 30 years. He enjoyed playing the guitar, singing with his family, teaching Sunday School, listening to blue grass music, and Little Debbie...
Germanero "Gee" Wright
Nov 17, 2022
Germanero "Gee" Wright, age 43, of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 17, 2022. Gee was born in Dayton on November 7, 1979.He was preceded in death by his father, James McGhee. Gee is survived by his wife, Rachel Dedrick; daughter, Kiana Wright; son, Kenyon Wright; mother, Barbara Wright; brother, Bryant (Shanda) Wright; sister, Jiatti...
Marianne P. Tavella
Nov 17, 2022
Marianne P. Tavella, age 78 of Centerville, Ohio passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022. She was born September 8, 1944 in Norwalk, Connecticut, the daughter of the late Nicholas and Carol Pia.Marianne was just "Mare" to all that knew and loved her. She devoted her life to her family and friends, brightening the lives of everyone she came in contact...
Peggy Proffit
Nov 17, 2022
Peggy "Ann" Proffit, 72, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2022. Loving wife of Randy Proffit for 52 years. Adored mother of Angie Proffit, cherished sister of Nelson (Sharon) McKeever, Rick (Pam) McKeever, Dennis (Bonnie) McKeever, Keith (Joy) McKeever and Laura (Rob) Covert and proud grandmother of her four fur grandbabies Maggie, Alaska, Chole and Drummer. She was preceded in...
Rev. Orvillec. Bartee "Jr."
Nov 17, 2022
Rev. Orville C. Bartee "Jr.", age 85, of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 17, 2022 just after midnight. He was born on June 4, 1937 in Scioto Furnace, Ohio, the son of the late Orville Sr. & Estella (Crisp) Bartee. On October 21, 1961, he married Jewell "Judy" Hensley, who survives him along with...
Karen Vasko
Nov 17, 2022
Karen Vasko, age 72, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on November 17, 2022. She was born on July 30, 1950 to her late parents Nicholas and Helen. Karen is survived by her daughter Olivia; granddaughter Sophia; and her sister Lori. No formal services will be held. The family hopes those who would like to honor Karen, find a quiet time...
John Ross Grant
Nov 17, 2022
John Ross Grant, 40, passed away peacefully after a hard fought battle with cancer on November 17, 2022. Loving son of Tim and Rachael Grant, cherished brother of Amanda (Josh) Combs and adored uncle of Josh Jr and Kailey. He is also survived by his church family at Cornerstone Baptist Temple.John was preceded in death by his grandparents John L....
Patricia Junker
Nov 17, 2022
Patricia "Tricia" Jean Junker, 56, of Dayton, peacefully passed away on November 17, 2022. She was born March 23, 1966 in Sewickley, PA, to Robert and Jeanne Loedding. Tricia earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from the University of Dayton. During her professional career, she served in various positions at two local television stations. She went on to...
Anthony Edward Ryan
Nov 16, 2022
Anthony Edward Ryan, age 60, passed away at his residence on November 16, 2022.A celebration of life will be held in the spring. Please check back soon for the full obituary.To share a memory of Tony, or leave a special message for his family, please visit the guestbook below.
Lewis Dean Brookshire
Nov 16, 2022
We are deeply saddened to announce that Lewis Dean Brookshire, "Dean", passed away unexpectedly on November 16, 2022 at Grandview Hospital at the age of 73. He was a loving and devoted father, father-in-law, grandfather, and friend. Dean was born on October 4, 1949 in Springfield, OH to Lewis B.F. Brookshire and Bessie (Ream) Brookshire. He is preceded in death...
Steven Wayne Neal
Nov 16, 2022
Steven Wayne Neal, age 63, of Riverside, passed away on November 16, 2022. He was born on May 24, 1959 to the late Wayne and Jo Neal.He loved music and collecting vinyl records. He was an avid sports fan, no matter what season. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved his family.In addition to his parents,...
Billy E. Johnson Sr.
Nov 16, 2022
Billy E. Johnson Sr., age 71, of Dayton, passed away on November 16, 2022. He was born on May 15, 1951 to the late Ray and Clara Johnson.He proudly served his country in both the United States Army and the United States Marine Corps. He enjoyed fishing and loved Harleys. He was a rolling stone, with a lot of friends...
John W. Handwerker
Nov 16, 2022
John W. "Jack" Handwerker, 83, of Celina, Ohio went to be with the Lord, passing away on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Carol, married in 1979, their daughter, Jeannie Fortuna, and son-in-law Ricardo.Jack joins those who preceded him in death: his parents, Bill and Louise Handwerker, his sister, Mary Kaye Ellis, his mother- and father-in-law,...
Margaret "Jo" Rettig
Nov 16, 2022
Margaret "Jo" Rettig, age 81, of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. Jo was born in Ravenna, OH on October 22, 1941 to the late Robert & Maxine Rettig. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, James Rettig; and siblings, Mary Comer, Robert Rettig and Sue Gay....
Garth Edward Hapner
Nov 16, 2022
Garth Edward Hapner, age 52, of Dayton, passed away on November 16, 2022. He was born on January 10, 1970 to Donald R. and Frances E. Hapner.Garth was a very humble man who loved to fish and was an outdoorsman. He liked his quiet time. He enjoyed helping people and freely shared his wisdom with others. He also liked mechanics...
David Thangduc Tran
Nov 16, 2022
David Thang Duc Tran, age 43, of Huber Heights, passed away on November 16, 2022. David Thang was born in Saigon, Vietnam on July 31, 1979 to Minh Van Tran & Nhieu Minh Nguyen. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his children, Derek Tran, Destiny Tran and Dylan Tran; siblings, Diem Phu, Johnny Tran, Ngocloi Tran and...
Ruth Ann Dale
Nov 16, 2022
Ruth Ann Dale, age 81 of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 16, 2022. She was born December 14, 1940 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Edward and Marie Schiedecker. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Beecher H. Dale Sr. and three sisters, Betty Longstreath,...
Linda L. Howell
Nov 15, 2022
Linda L. Howell, age 79, of Dayton, passed away on November 15, 2022. She was born on September 13, 1943 to the late Perry and Kathryn Wooten. She loved being a home maker and spending time with her family. She was an avid crafter and loved to go shopping with her sisters and children. She was very loved and will...
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