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Vicki Lynn Grotha

Vicki Lynn Grotha

Aug 3, 2024

Grotha, Vicki Lynn (Whitworth) age 66 passed away August 3, 2024 peacefully asleep in her Waynesville home. She grew up in Vandalia, Ohio where she met and married Mike Grotha 45 years ago. She was survived by Robert "Mike" Grotha, Two daughters Jennifer Perchan (Jeff) and Brittany Grotha (Andrew) , four grandchildren Payton, Paisley, Olivia, and Khloe. Vicki loved to...

Aralla Lee Johnson

Aralla Lee Johnson

Aug 3, 2024

Aralla Lee Johnson, age 87, of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 3, 2024. Aralla was born in Newport News, VA on November 17, 1936 to the late Amos & Vernice Banks. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, uncles, and best friend, Loraine. 

Aralla is survived by her children, Kevin...

Terri Lynn Evans

Terri Lynn Evans

Aug 2, 2024

Terri Lynn Evans, 59, of Riverside, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 2nd, 2024.

 She leaves behind her husband of forty years, Jim; her four children, Joshua (Lyndsey), Caleb (Sara), Rachel (Micah), and Lydia; six grandchildren (Malachi, Hosea, Madelyn, Titus, Gabriel, and Nathan); her mother, Dianne; and extended family.

 Terri was born on October 9, 1964 in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania to William...

Richard H. Wolfe

Richard H. Wolfe

Aug 2, 2024

Richard Harry Wolfe, age 92 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 2, 2024. He was born in Van Wert, Ohio in 1932 to Clifford and Bertha Wolfe. He was preceded in death his brother Robert K. Wolfe and life-Long friend Edward Sensenbrenner. He is survived by his wife Janet (Darby) Wolfe for...

Rocky Wade Gallion

Rocky Wade Gallion

Aug 2, 2024

Rocky Wade Gallion, age 44, of Beavercreek, passed away August 2, 2024. Rocky was born in Springfield, Ohio on September 23, 1979 to Sharon and Ronnie Gallion. 

Rocky is preceded in death by his father; siblings, Ronnie II, Renee and Roger. 

He is survived by mother, Sharon (John) Gala; son, Taylor (Linzey) Gallion; grandsons, Zeke and Zane Gallion; siblings, Maria, Gary, Nikki,...

Yolanda "Yo Yo" James

Yolanda "Yo Yo" James

Aug 2, 2024

Angel Yolanda "Yo Yo" James (57) of Dayton, Ohio peacefully passed away Friday August 2nd2024 surrounded by friends and family. Yolanda was born December 27th, 1966, to Richard M. James Sr. and Claudia C. James at Wright Patterson Air Force military base in Fairborn Ohio.Growing up, Yolanda had a knack for being a creative, drawing, and creating projects using drawing...

Patricia "Patti" A. Jaques

Patricia "Patti" A. Jaques

Aug 2, 2024

Patricia “Patti” A. Jaques, age 74, formerly of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 2, 2024. 

Patti was born in Dayton on December 15, 1949 to the late Alvie & Goldie Price. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Karen Templeton and brother, Raymond Price. 

She is survived by her children, Staci...

Debra Cregar

Debra Cregar

Aug 2, 2024

Debra Cregar, born on January 6, 1956, in Dayton, OH, gracefully departed from this world on August 2, 2024, in the same city where her journey began. She was a beloved Banker who touched the lives of many with her exceptional, warm and giving heart.

Those who knew Debra will always remember her for the delicious peanut butter fudge she made...

Edward Wesley Pitzer

Edward Wesley Pitzer

Aug 2, 2024

Edward Wesley Pitzer, born on June 8, 1952, in Springfield, OH was a man of great intellect and passion, he has left a void in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him. Edward's journey came to a peaceful end on August 2, 2024 in Dayton, OH.

A distinguished Analytical Chemist and College Professor, Edward's thirst for knowledge...

Joann Denlinger

Joann Denlinger

Aug 2, 2024

Joann Denlinger, age 70 of Miamisburg, passed away August 2, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born November 25, 1953 in Dayton, the daughter of the late Russell and Edith (Roberts) Wilder. In addition to her parents, Joann was preceded in death by her son, Dustin Denlinger and three of her siblings.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Denlinger;...

Bonita Motley

Bonita Motley

Aug 1, 2024

A Beautiful Journey

Today, we honor and celebrate the life of Bonita Devonia Motley, who passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024 at the beautiful age of 77 in Dayton, Ohio. Bonita, born on March 13, 1947, in Wilmington, Delaware, was the eldest of two children to Mary Lee (Bostic) Motley and Felmon Devoner Motley.

During her teenage years, alongside her family,...

David Anthony Evans

David Anthony Evans

Aug 1, 2024

EVANS, David Anthony

David (Dave) was born September 17, 1968, in Dayton, OH and passed away at Hospice August 1, 2024. 

He graduated from Stebbins H.S. and was formerly employed by Taco Bell, United Health Care, and Clancy’s. Dave was such a caring person who was known for his love of cooking, music, comic books, and being creative. He enjoyed spending time...

R. Steven Bernard

R. Steven Bernard

Aug 1, 2024

R. Steven Bernard, age 79, passed away on August 1st, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his father and mother, Robert and Rachel Bernard; sister Nancy Doty; and brother-in-law, Jerry (Barbara) Schmitz. 

Steven is survived by his wife, Peggy (Schmitz) Bernard; stepchildren, Amy (Ron) Brill of El Cajon California, Lisa (Mike) Stoof of Hilliard Ohio, and Kenny Garber of Kettering Ohio;...

Rickey "Rick" Ashburn

Rickey "Rick" Ashburn

Aug 1, 2024

Rickey "Rick" Ashburn passed away Thursday August 1, 2024. Rick was born August 25, 1958 to Burl and JoAnn Ashburn.

Rick was a veteran of the United States Navy. Rick's military service took him to Scotland, where he met and married his soulmate, Grace. They shared 38 years together. Rick spent 30 years traveling the country's highways, earning a reputation as...

Minerva "Nergy" Woods

Minerva "Nergy" Woods

Aug 1, 2024

Minerva "Lil Minerva" Woods age 91, began this life on October 29, 1932, in Huntsville, Alabama to Inez and Solomon (Saul) Derrick. Minerva was one of 18 children, and the last one to be called home. Minerva transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home on August 1, 2024, with family by her side. Minerva was employed as a Paraprofessional for Dayton...

Lynnette Dinkler

Lynnette Dinkler

Jul 31, 2024

Lynnette Dinkler, age 54 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents.

Lynnette is survived by her mother, Brenda Pisone; her beloved husband, Charles “Dink” Dinkler; three children, Connor (Lovisa Ahlm), Carmen, and Carsen; sister, Lezley (Shane) Anderson; nephew, Mohammed Jamal “Mo”. She is also survived by numerous family and friends.

She...

Joseph T. Geiger II

Joseph T. Geiger II

Jul 31, 2024

Joseph Timothy Geiger II, age 65, died July 31, 2024. 

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 32 years, Tanya; sons, Andre (Tasha), Kevin (Daisya), Kory (Kristen), and Kameron (Aisha); grandkids, Tristen, Harley, Harlem, Honor, Jayden, Bryce, Brody, Kysen, and Adora; sister, Debra Ann Reed; brother-in-law, Alex Mays; sisters-in-law, Brigit (Eric) Night, Lynette Dixon, Pam (Rick) Beasley, Kimberly Bugg,...

JC Oloff

JC Oloff

Jul 31, 2024

JC Oloff, age 46 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024. He was born November 3, 1977 in Dayton, Ohio the son of Jeffrey and Brenda Oloff.

He is preceded in death by his father, Jeffrey Clarence Oloff and grandmother, JoAnn Barnes.

JC is survived by his mother, Brenda Oloff; grandmother, Inez Oloff; grandfather, Ezra Barnes; numerous aunts, cousins and friends.

There...

Lisa Marie Krohe

Lisa Marie Krohe

Jul 30, 2024

Lisa Marie Krohe, age 57 of Dayton, Ohio passed peacefully Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at her home. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on February 4, 1967 at Allegeny Hospital.

Lisa is survived by her mother, Carol Krohe; sister Diane Prass; niece Taylor (Vince) Piccinini; two nephews, Nick Prass and Alec Prass; significant other Bob Moats; and her beloved fur babies...

Carol Lee Hoffer

Carol Lee Hoffer

Jul 30, 2024

Carol Lee Hoffer, age 87 of Carlisle, passed away July 30, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 5, 1936 in Dayton, OH, the daughter of the late Charles and Roma (Henning) Fowler. In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her sister, Marcella Inman and her brother, Elmer C. Fowler.

She...

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