Obituaries
Larry R. Matheny
Jan 31, 2019
Matheny, Larry R., 76, formerly of West Carrollton, passed away January 31, 2019. He was born March 27, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio to the late William Richard and Edna Elizabeth (Williams) Matheny. Larry was a proud Army Veteran serving during the Viet Nam War. He was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed collecting model cars. In addition to his parents,...
Crystal Denise Buford
Jan 31, 2019
Crystal Denise Buford, age 49 of Huber Heights, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2019. She was born September 8, 1969 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of Dennis and Georgianna Buford.She is preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Florence Hopson; maternal grandmother, Verna Heard; and uncle Clyde Wheeler.Crystal leaves to cherish her memory, long-time partner, Timothy Black; her mother, Georgianna...
Michael Scott Mcnaught
Jan 31, 2019
Michael Scott McNaught age 52, of Miamisburg, Ohio passed away January 31, 2019 at his home. He was born March 19, 1966 in Alameda, California, the son of Robert Scott McNaught and Virginia Lee Nelson. Mike was an extremely talented tattoo artist who also enjoyed sketching. He was an avid heavy metal enthusiast. He was known as a "pet whisperer"...
Tony Martin
Jan 31, 2019
Tony Martin, age 54 of Dayton, passed away January 31, 2019. He was born July 8, 1964 in Dayton to the late John and Bessie (Wilson) Martin. In addition to his parents, Tony was preceded in death by his brother, Johnny Martin; and sister, Carol Lanza.He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Angie Martin; 2 sons, Paul...
Effie Lee Chatmon
Jan 31, 2019
Mrs. Effie Lee Chatmon (nee Ray) age 91 departed this life on Thursday, January 31, 2019 withher loving son Anthony, grandson Chris and granddaughter Andrea at her side."Big" as she was affectionately known by her family was born on March 13, 1927 to the lateJohn Ray Sr "Che" and Effie Lee Johnson Ray "Mammie" in Culleoka, Tennessee. Effiereceived her early...
Donna Gail Hawkins
Jan 31, 2019
Donna Gail Hawkins, age 60 of Dayton. Passed away suddenly on January 31, 2019. Donna was born in Seymour, Indiana to the late James "Jim" and Jannetta "Mary" Johnson. She attended Waynesville High School and graduated from Wabash High School in Thorn Hill, TN in 1977. Donna married Walter Hawkins in 1980. Donna took great pride in her family. She...
Dave Heflin
Jan 30, 2019
Dave Camuel Heflin, age 60 of Germantown, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at his home. He was born December 11, 1958 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Paul and Ramona Heflin.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his niece, Meghan Heflin.Dave is survived by his children, Jennifer A. Jacobson and Paul D. Heflin; grandson, Spencer...
Deborah Kay Neely
Jan 30, 2019
Deborah Kay Neely, age 53, was born April 25, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio. She passed away January 30, 2019. She graduated from West Carrollton High School, and lived in West Carrollton all her life. She was preceded in death by her dad, Hargis Neely. Deborah is survived by her mother, Wanda Neely and her 4 brothers, Rick Neely, Denny Neely,...
Joyce Ann Oktela
Jan 30, 2019
Joyce Ann Oktela, age 71 of Dayton, OH went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Miami Valley Hospital. She was born January 21, 1948 in Jacksonville, Florida to James and Audrey (Goring) Bonson. Ann was a professional dog groomer and loved all animals. She enjoyed crocheting, reading and talking about her family. Ann attended local...
Tura L. Chalfan
Jan 30, 2019
Tura Lynne Chalfan, age 62 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2019. She was born December 22, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Carrell and Juanita Sinift.Tura is survived by her children, Sean Estepp, Tamara (Stephen) Brown, Cheyenne Chalfan (Brian Flythe); grandchildren, Dakota and Taylor Estepp, Ashley McIntosh; great grandchildren, Arabelle, Braden, Brody, Alayna; sister, Tamara...
Hester A. Brown
Jan 30, 2019
Hester Anna Brown, age 94, of West Carrollton, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 30, 2019. Hester was born March 6, 1924 in McKee, KY to the late Isam & Bessie (Powell) Smith. Hester was a beautician for 70 years. She owned & operated many shops around the Dayton area including Hester's Beauty Shop, in West Carrollton...
Margaret Hanner
Jan 30, 2019
Margaret Faye (Skaggs) Hanner age 91, passed away January 30, 2019 in Dayton, Ohio. Born at home May 9, 1927 in Ashland KY to the late Charles and Mallie Skaggs.She was preceded in death by husband, Jesse Hanner Sr, and brothers, Earl and Carl Gilliam, Jack Skaggs, sisters Doris Ellis and Betty Skaggs.She is survived by her sons, Carl, John...
Jimmie Lee Nickell
Jan 29, 2019
Jimmie Lee Nickell age 76, of Centerville, passed away January 29, 2019. Jimmie was born in Middletown, Ohio on April 7, 1942. He was the son of Arnold and Lena (Belcher) Nickell who have preceded Jimmie in death. He married Wilma June Harbour on June 2, 1962 in Paris, Kentucky.Jimmie attended Miamisburg High School. After school, Jimmie went to work...
Jerry E. Sharp
Jan 29, 2019
Jerry E. Sharp age 65, of Dayton, passed away unexpectedly on January 29th 2019 at MiamiValley Hospital.He was a 1971 Belmont High School graduate. He was a football player for the Belmont Bison,and received a full ride scholarship to Miami University for football.He was in the Air Force from 1973-1977. He was a restaurateur for most of his life.He spent...
William Davis Jr.
Jan 29, 2019
William "Larry" Davis Jr., age 49, of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 29, 2019. Larry enjoyed living life to the fullest. He felt most free when he was riding a motorcycle. Larry was preceded in death by his father, William Larry Davis Sr. and cousins, Robbie Arahood, Paul Arahood Jr. and David Couch. He is...
Cora L. Shelley
Jan 29, 2019
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Daniel Richard Haemmerle
Jan 28, 2019
Daniel Richard Haemmerle age 61, of Miamisburg, Ohio passed away January 28, 2019 at his Dayton Veteran Hospital. Daniel was born December 8, 1957 in Dayton, Ohio to the late, Richard Arthur and Betty Jean (Ferrell) Haemmerle. He is survived by sister, Vickie Snider; brother, Scott (Sheila Kay) Haemmerle; nephew, Brian (Tina) Snider; nieces, Corrie Haemmerle and Elissa Haemmerle.Memorial contribution...
M. Elaine (Bettinger) Mason
Jan 28, 2019
M. Elaine Mason (nee Bettinger), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, age 90, of Riverside, passed away January 28, 2019, at her home surrounded by her sons and daughter. She was born January 14, 1929 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Raymond and Mary Catherine Bettinger. She was a member of St. Helen Catholic Church. Elaine was strong willed and...
Mary Ellen Wilder
Jan 28, 2019
Mary Ellen Wilder, age 75 of Dayton, passed away January 28, 2019. She was born on April 6, 1943 in Dayton to the late John Stalman and Georgia (Applegate) Mathews. In addition to her parents, Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her step-father, Arthur Mid "Eddie" Mathews; grandson, Max Barlow and niece, Tina Lyon.She is survived by her loving...
Emily Valerio
Jan 28, 2019
Emily Nicole "Em" Sellers Valerio, age 40 of Huber Heights, passed away January 28, 2019. She was born September 20, 1978 in Dayton, Ohio. Emily was preceded in death by her father, Michael Sellers.Emily is survived by her children: Chelsey Draughn and Cole Draughn; husband, Chad Valerio; step-daughter, Alexis Valerio; mother, Kathy Sellers; brothers: Steve Sellers and Mark Sellers (Becky);...
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