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Ruth Crist

Ruth Crist

May 22, 2024

Ruth Crist, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and longtime employee of Dayton Telco, passed away on May 22, 2024 in Dayton, OH. She was born on April 4, 1938, in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Ruth’s journey through life was one marked by love, dedication, and a deep sense of commitment to her family and community.Ruth’s true joy came from her...

Arnold "Arnie" Downs

Arnold "Arnie" Downs

May 22, 2024

Arnold Downs, known to many as "Arnie", age 93, of Huber Heights, passed away on May 22, 2024. He was born on January 29, 1931 to the late Emmitt and Ada Downs. He proudly served his country as a combat photographer in the United States Army, then later in the United States Air Force, from which he retired on July...

Laverna Hayes

Laverna Hayes

May 22, 2024

Laverna Hayes, age 80 of Dayton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born September 2, 1943, in Dwarf, Kentucky to the late Doc and Parlee Stacy. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her high school sweetheart and beloved husband of 54 years, Lindsey Hayes; siblings, Kenneth Stacy...

Ruby I. Larison

Ruby I. Larison

May 21, 2024

Ruby I. Larison, age 85 of Springfield, Ohio went to be with the Lord on May 21, 2024 with her family by her side. She was born March 5,1939 in Tazewell County, Virginia, daughter of the late Whitten and Hannah Asbury.Ruby was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Raised in Berwind, West Virginia, and a...

Kenneth Maise

Kenneth Maise

May 21, 2024

Kenneth “Ken” Maise, age 69 of Dayton, passed peacefully Tuesday, May 21, 2024. He was born November 14, 1954 in Pineville, Kentucky to the late Edward and Helen Maise. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Karen (Harold) Damron; niece, Jessica Martinez; and his in-laws, Perry and Earlene.Ken is survived by his beloved wife...

Edward Michael Wilke

Edward Michael Wilke

May 21, 2024

Edward Michael Wilke, age 73, of Dayton passed away on May 21, 2024. He was born in Dayton on May 2, 1951 to the late John and Johna Wilke. In addition to his parents, Mike is preceded in death by his brother, Ricky Wilke.Mike is survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Todd Qvick) Goolsby; grandson, Billy Goolsby and siblings, Tom Wilke,...

Carolyn Selby Bishop

Carolyn Selby Bishop

May 20, 2024

Carolyn Selby Bishop, 75, passed away peacefully in her home, in San Antonio, TX on May 20, 2024. Robert, her faithful husband of 54 years, was by her side. Carolyn was born in Amarillo, TX, on June 5th, 1948, to Amel and Kathryn (Peery) Selby Goss. She grew up in west Texas, and graduated from Robert E. Lee HS in Midland,...

Gail Lynn Gifford

Gail Lynn Gifford

May 20, 2024

Gail, a beloved individual who dedicated her life to helping others, has sadly left us on May 20, 2024. She was born on December 29, 1956, in Dayton, Ohio.Described as outgoing with a larger-than-life personality, Gail had a presence that could light up any room she entered. Her intelligence shone brightly from a young age, earning her the reputation of...

Richard Bilby

Richard Bilby

May 20, 2024

Richard "Rick" A. Bilby, age 77 of Dayton, Ohio passed away surrounded by his wife and daughters, on May 20, 2024. He was born May 31, 1946 in Muncie, Indiana, son of the late Wayne and Delores Bilby.Rick was a loving husband, girl dad, grandpa, great grandpa, brother, uncle, and friend. He retired after 30 years of proudly serving his...

Patsy A. Burrell

Patsy A. Burrell

May 20, 2024

Patsy A. Burrell, age 65, of Brookville, passed away on May 20, 2024. She was born on December 4, 1958 to the late Carol & Emmett Myers Sr.Her memory will be cherished by her husband, Michael Beavers; her daughter, Monica (Joe) Mosic; her brothers, Emmett Myers Jr. and William (Miranda) Myers; and her 5 nieces.To share a memory of Patsy...

Junior Ray Ely

Junior Ray Ely

May 20, 2024

Junior Ray Ely, age 84, of Dayton, passed away May 20, 2024. Junior was born in Jonesville, Virginia on May 23, 1939 to the late Apsy and Margie Ely.Junior is preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and five brothers.He is survived by brothers, Gene (Jeanna) Ely and James Ely; several nieces, nephews, family members and friends.Junior is an...

Timothy Dennis Hoel

Timothy Dennis Hoel

May 19, 2024

Timothy “Dennis” Hoel, age 68 of Jamestown, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024. He was born November 30, 1955 in Columbus, Ohio, the son of William "Bill" and Betty Hoel.

 Dennis graduated from Belmont High School in 1974, where he played Varsity basketball. He enjoyed being outside, planting flowers, working in his yard and fishing with his grandkids. He loved to...

Joshua Young

Joshua Young

May 19, 2024

Funeral service will be held at 3 PM on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Centerville Grace Church, 410 E. Social Row Rd., Centerville, Ohio, 45458, officiated by Pastor Dave Holmes. Visitation will begin one hour prior to service.

Paul Utz

Paul Utz

May 19, 2024

Paul Utz, age 88, of Dayton, passed away May 19, 2024. He was born June 17, 1935 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Bernard and Esther Utz. In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his brother, Jere Utz; and sister, Esther L. Baker.Paul is survived by his sisters: Beverly Downard and Patricia Vaughn; many nieces, nephews,...

John E. Slaven

John E. Slaven

May 19, 2024

John E. Slaven, age 80 of Huber Heights, Ohio passed away at his home on May 19, 2024. He was born December 18, 1943 in Whitesburg, Kentucky son of the late John M. and Lizzie Slaven.John was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He...

Richard Joseph Mann

Richard Joseph Mann

May 19, 2024

Richard Joseph Mann, age 68, passed away on May 19, 2024. He was born on December 10, 1955 in Dayton, OH.He is preceded in death by his parents, John Mann and Rosemarie Mann-Schaefer and his sister, Linda Thaxton.He is survived by his sisters, Phyllis (Gary) Harlow and Pamela (Baron Mann) Mann-Spencer and numerous friends.Richard will be laid to rest at...

Sharon Louise Schuyler

Sharon Louise Schuyler

May 19, 2024

Sharon Louise Schuyler, age 72 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully on May 19, 2024. She was born September 1, 1951 in Troy, Ohio daughter of the late Richard Smallenbarger and Juanita (Etherington) and Clyde "Gibbie" King.

Sharon was a loving sister, aunt, and friend. She was a loving and generous person who would do anything for anyone in need. Sharon...

Paula Joy Dow-Mobley

Paula Joy Dow-Mobley

May 19, 2024

Paula Joy Dow-Mobley, age 68 of Centerville, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024 at St. Leonard Center. She was born August 13, 1955, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, the daughter of the late Maxwell and Bea Dow.Paula was a clinical dietitian for 33+ years. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, and crafting. Paula was a very devoted mother, having been a girl scout...

Joyce Kathleen Cull

Joyce Kathleen Cull

May 19, 2024

Joyce Kathleen Cull, age 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Herman "Bud" and Helen Thornhill; daughter, Tina Cull; grandson, Nicholas Gundel and sister Judith Bruno.She is survived by her children, Tony Cull (Lisa) of Beavercreek, Tammy Isaacs (Bart) of Centerville and Tracy Gundel (Jeffrey) of Springfield; 5 grandchildren; 2...

Phounsawat Nouanesengsy

Phounsawat Nouanesengsy

May 18, 2024

Phounsawat “Noi” Nouanesengsy, age 53 passed away suddenly Saturday, May 18, 2024. He was born June 30, 1970 to Sa and Boualay Nouanesengsy in Pakse Laos. Phounsawat was preceded in death by his father Sa Nouanesengsy, and Sayarath’s significant other Jacqueline Wagner. He is survived by his mother (Boualay Nouanesengsy), brother (Sayarath Nouanesengsy) and fiancée Michelle Madsen. He also leaves...

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