Obituaries

Robert J. "Bob" Miller

Robert J. "Bob" Miller

Aug 9, 2024

Robert J. "Bob" Miller, age 85, of Centerville, passed away on August 9, 2024. He was born in Dayton, Ohio, on April 15, 1939, the son of the late Vernon and Rosella Miller. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, William "Bill" Miller.

Bob is survived by his wife of 48 years, Darlene Miller; children, Angela (Jonathan) Lu,...

Carolyn E. Williams

Carolyn E. Williams

Aug 9, 2024

Carolyn E. Williams was born on January 6, 1949, and passed away peacefully on August 9, 2024, surrounded by family. She is proceeded in death by her husband of thirty-two years, Donald Williams and parents Russell and Emily Gunter. 

She is survived by her two children, Lisa (Jim) Blanton, Leslie (Mark) Bennett, sisters Kandy (Joe) Eisen and Debbie Nye, brothers Richard...

Harrell Dean Singley, Jr.

Harrell Dean Singley, Jr.

Aug 9, 2024

Harrell Dean Singley Jr., age 40, of Bellbrook, passed away August 9, 2024. Junior was born in Bastrop, Louisiana on June 22, 1984 to Harrell and the late Karen Singley.

Junior is preceded in death by his mother.

He is survived by loving wife of 14 years, Krissy M. Singley; children, Jacob, Bryson and Cole; father, Harrell D. Singley, Sr.; brother, James...

Kenneth A. Kirchner

Kenneth A. Kirchner

Aug 9, 2024

Kenneth A. Kirchner “Ken”, age 66 of New Carlisle, passed away August 9, 2024. He was born on March 17, 1958 in Oak Park, IL, the son of the late Edwin and Marlene (Thiessen) Kirchner. In addition to his parents, Ken was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Mike Klosterman.

He is survived by his three siblings, Eric Kirchner, Lori Erion...

Krste Tosic

Krste Tosic

Aug 8, 2024

Krste Tosic

September 27, 1959 - August 8, 2024

Krste Tosic, age 64, passed away on August 8, 2024.

He was a hardworking man who loved his family. He was great at fixing machines, cars, or pretty much anything, and would always lend a helping hand to those who asked. Krste loved watching soccer, was interested in astronomy, and took pride in his...

Elisabeth Fawn Byrd

Elisabeth Fawn Byrd

Aug 8, 2024

Elisabeth Fawn Byrd, infant daughter of Eric and Kylie Byrd, passed away on August 8, 2024. She is preceded in death by her great-grandmother, Norma Jean Byrd.

She is survived by her parents, Eric and Kylie; grandparents, Robert Leonard Byrd, Erica Jo Phillips, Robert Mitchell Perry, Donna Kay Perry, Amber Marie Mullennix; great-grandparents, Cathy Jo Phillips, Randy Wayne Phillips, Charles Mitchell...

Suja Lee

Suja Lee

Aug 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Suja Lee, a woman whose presence was a beacon of light and love to all who knew her. Suja was born on December 2, 1944 in Chonbuk South Korea to her loving parents Pok-Ye Kim and Kwon-Tae Lee.

Suja's journey on this Earth came to a peaceful end on August...

Dallas Matthew Copeland

Dallas Matthew Copeland

Aug 8, 2024

Dallas Matthew Copeland, beloved son, caring brother, and cherished friend, passed away unexpectedly on August 8, 2024, in Dayton, Ohio. Born on October 30, 2012, in Kettering, Ohio, Dallas brought joy and light to all who knew him.

Dallas was a vivacious boy with an outgoing personality. He never met a stranger, always offering kind and positive words to everyone he...

Michael Robert Slezak

Michael Robert Slezak

Aug 8, 2024

Michael Robert “Mike” Slezak, age 69, of Lockbourne, Ohio, passed away on August 8, 2024. He was born in Sacramento, California on April 29, 1955 to the late Robert Slezak and Charlene Slezak. 

Michael is survived by his wife of 3 ½ years Susan Slezak; children Jason Slezak, Jodi Bernowski, Katie Brown, and Jennifer (Adam Sherman) Slezak; sisters Debbie Revier, Patty...

Mary Katherine Fisher

Mary Katherine Fisher

Aug 8, 2024

Mary Katherine "Mary Kay" Fisher, age 94 of Dayton, Ohio passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, August 8, 2024.

Mary Kay was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Fisher, Sr.; infant daughter, Helen Marie Fisher; mother, Catherine (Distelzweig) Krebs; father, Albert J. Krebs; brothers, James (Jean) Krebs, John Krebs, Albert (Helen) Krebs, and Robert (Rosemary) Krebs; sister,...

William "Alex" Sams

William "Alex" Sams

Aug 7, 2024

William “Alex” Sams, age 51, of Clayton, Ohio passed away on August 7, 2024. He was born in Topeka, Kansas to Wilma Sams and the late William Sams. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his Mammy and Pappy and his cousin Amber Zornes. 

He is survived by his mother, Wilma Sams; fiancé Shannon Fleet; sister Leeanna...

Beverly A. Jones

Beverly A. Jones

Aug 7, 2024

Beverly Ann Jones was born on October 10, 1942. She went to be with her Heavenly family on August 7, 2024. Beverly is preceded in death by her mother and father, Ardena and Floyd Houtz; her brother, Roger Houtz; and two grandsons, Justin Feldmanis & Dominic Azzarello.

Beverly is survived by her husband of sixty three years, Larry F. Jones; two...

Virgie Kathrine Stamps

Virgie Kathrine Stamps

Aug 7, 2024

Virgie Katherine Stamps, age 73, of Dayton, passed away on August 7, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, David & Polly Conrad. She was born on March 2, 1951, one of thirteen children.

She was a loving mother, grandmother & great-grandmother. Kathy was an avid antique collector, was employed at Taylor Communications, and loved spending time with her...

Karen Sue "Susie" Peaco

Karen Sue "Susie" Peaco

Aug 7, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Karen Sue "Susie" Peaco, a beloved soul who brought light and love to all who knew her. Susie was born on February 22, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, and it is where she peacefully departed on August 7, 2024, surrounded by the affection of her cherished family.

Susie spent many joyful years working at...

Ensley Samone White

Ensley Samone White

Aug 7, 2024

With great sorrow, the White family announces the passing of Ensley Samone White, age 4, of Tipp City, Ohio, on August 7, 2024. Ensley was born on March 23, 2020 to Sara and Eric White in Dayton, Ohio. 

In her four short years, Ensley embodied strength, resilience, and a fighting spirit that astounded family, friends, and medical staff alike. She was...

Rickey D. Lewis

Rickey D. Lewis

Aug 7, 2024

Rickey D. Lewis, 68, passed away on August 7, 2024. Loving brother of Jerry (Lisa) Lewis, Elmer "Buck" (Mary) Lewis and Carol (Dale) Impson, loving grandfather of Logan Lewis and adored life partner of Linda Lewis. He is also survived my many nieces, nephews and friends. 

Rickey was preceded in death by his son Dean N. Lewis and parents Elmer and...

Doris E. Vance

Doris E. Vance

Aug 7, 2024

Doris E. Vance, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away surrounded by her family, on August 7, 2024, in Huber Heights, Ohio. She was born on January 25, 1937, in Clintwood, Virginia, to the late Robert and Maxie Bunch. In addition to her parents, Doris was preceded in death by her son, David Powers; brother, Don Bunch; and four loves.

Doris...

Martin Leroy "Marty" Beck

Martin Leroy "Marty" Beck

Aug 6, 2024

It is with profound heart pain and sorrow to announce that Martin Leroy (Marty) Beck, age 80 of Beavercreek, passed away on 6 August, 2024 of natural causes at Soin Medical Center, Beavercreek, Ohio. Martin was born in York, Pennsylvania on 6 July 1944 to the late Irene Beck. 

Marty was preceded in death by his mother, brother Richard Beck, and...

Morris Eugene Kemper

Morris Eugene Kemper

Aug 6, 2024

Morris Eugene Kemper, age 83, of Dayton, passed away August 6, 2024. Morris was born in Dayton, Ohio on October 20, 1940 to the late Birchel and Mildred Kemper. 

Morris is preceded in death by his parents; wife of 49 years, Martha Kemper and his brother, Thomas Kemper.

He is survived by daughter, Marcia (James) Kellems; son, Mike (Andrea) Kemper; grandchildren, Heath...

James D. Wentz

James D. Wentz

Aug 6, 2024

James D. Wentz, age 87 of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Siena Woods Care Center. He was born November 29, 1936 in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Ray and Mildred (O' Haver) Wence. 

Jim served in the US Navy, where he learned the trade of electrician. After leaving the service, he began working for AMF Bowling for 25...

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