Obituaries
Matthew Alan Thomas
Aug 23, 2017
Matthew Alan Thomas, 62 of Beavercreek, OH passed away Aug. 23, 2017 in the comfort of his home.He was born in Stillwater, OK on Oct. 23, 1954 to George and Mildred Thomas.Matt was a retired electrical engineer. He loved being with family and friends. He loved fishing, camping, traveling and meeting new friends. Matt was also a beloved member of...
Louann Humphrey
Aug 23, 2017
Humphrey, LouAnn, age 69, of Miami Twp., went to be with the Lord on August 23, 2017. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on January 7, 1948 to Anna Margaret (Naylor) Shell. She spent her youth growing up on Mengle Drive in Kettering . As an adult she was hired as a key punch operator at Dayton Progress where she...
Gene E. Smith
Aug 23, 2017
Gene E. Smith "Smitty", age 84, went to heaven to join his family August 23, 2017. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Gayle; parents, Wilbur and Ruth (Gage) Smith; brother, Donald; sister-in-law, Jane; and sister, Beverly Scheckelhoff. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dona Smith; three children, Rebecca (Donald) Bradam, Debra (Jeffrey) Miller, Gregory (Melissa)...
Dora Cupp
Aug 23, 2017
Dora Marie Robertson Cupp, 75 of New Carlisle, passed away, Aug. 23, 2017. She was born May 22, 1942 to the late Oscar Robertson and Sallie Duncan Robertson.Dora was is preceded in death by sisters, Mary Belle Robertson, Rosie Minton, Pearl Turner and Gert Brantley and brothers, Lee, John, Jimmy Dale, and Paul Robertson.Dora will be missed by her loving...
David R. Brooks
Aug 22, 2017
David Brooks, 65, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 in Franklin, Ohio. David was born on December 8, 1951 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Riley and Catherine Brooks. In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by his brother, Steve Brooks and a grandson, Kayden Brooks. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Sherry...
Elinor V. Shunkwiler
Aug 22, 2017
Elinor V. Shunkwiler, 92, of Riverside, OH went to be with the Lord on August 22, 2017. Elinor was born in Euclid, Ohio on April 10, 1925 to Clark and Jennie (Sippola) Comer and married John Shunkwiler in Dayton, OH. Elinor was a jewelry maker who loved life, COFFEE and shopping. She was a Cleveland Indians fan, a NASCAR fan,...
Constance J. Riesbeck
Aug 22, 2017
Constance J. Riesbeck, age 80 of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 22, 2017. Connie was born on April 29, 1937 in Columbus, OH to the late William & Sadie Jones. Her caring nature, charming, sassy personality, witty sense of humor, and delicious cooking and baking will be missed by many. She was preceded in...
Tom Kirchmer
Aug 22, 2017
Kirchmer, Tom, age 96, of Centerville, passed away August 22, 2017. He proudly served 4 years in the US Navy during WWII. He was very dedicated to his faith and family. Tom had a beautiful tenor singing voice and was very involved in the church choir. He was creative and enjoyed decorating for every season. Tom enjoyed gardening, camping, family...
Robert N. Gillaugh
Aug 22, 2017
Robert (Bob) Nelson Gillaugh, 79 of Xenia, OH, Beloved Husband, Brother, Father and grandfather. Passed away Tuesday August 22, 2017.Born March 27, 1938 in Cedarville, OH., He was preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Mabel Gillaugh , 2 brothers and 1 sister.He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years Mary Lou (Chambliss) Gillaugh, two daughters Robin...
Lisa J. Meese
Aug 22, 2017
Lisa J. Meese, age 59 of Arcanum, passed away August 22, 2017. She was born October 1, 1957 in Springfield, OH to the late Frank and Betty Parker. In addition to her parents, Lisa was preceded in death by her daughter, Amanda Meese.She is survived by her husband, Stephen Meese; children, Andrew Meese and Amy (Michael) Driver; grandson, Paul Driver...
William F. Mckee
Aug 22, 2017
McKee, William F. "Bill", 91, of Oakwood, passed away August 22, 2017. He was born June 20, 1926 in Grange City, KY to the late Perry and Leona (Jones) McKee. He was a proud Navy Veteran of WWII and in November 2015, he and his son, Scott were participants on the Honor Flight. After his retirement from Frigidaire/Delco Air in...
Bruce T. Doster
Aug 22, 2017
Bruce T. Doster, age 68 of Huber Heights, passed away August 22, 2017 at The Hospice of Dayton. Bruce was born August 29, 1948 in Springfield, OH to the late Clifford and Polly Doster. He is survived by his wife, Christine Doster; children, Jill Doster and Stephanie (Kris) Williams; granddaughter, Peyton Williams; sister, Sharon (Steve) Busch; brother, Randy (Lynn) Doster;...
Frederic Charles Holtvoigt
Aug 21, 2017
Frederic Charles Holtvoigt was born on July 12, 1929 and began his eternal journey on August 21, 2017, 2:28 p.m. at the age of 88 and the pinnacle of the solar eclipse. Fred was no stranger to journeys as he loved to travel and enjoyed everything about the outdoors including fishing, hiking and the occasional potshot at an intruding groundhog....
Melinda B. Weger
Aug 21, 2017
Melinda B. Weger, age 52 of Vandalia, passed away August 21, 2017. A memorial service is pending, please check back at a later time for more details.To leave a special message for the family, please click on Share Memories.Arrangements in care of Newcomer North Chapel.
Michael James Williams
Aug 21, 2017
Michael James Williams, 21, of Dayton, OH, went home to be with the Lord, August 21, 2017 at his residence. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on October 27, 1995 to Mike and Angela (Arrowood) Williams. Michael loved roller coasters and listening to music.Michael is survived by his parents; two sisters, Regina "Sissy" and Hope Williams; step father, Bobbie Damron;...
Janet Marie Hinton
Aug 21, 2017
Janet Marie Hinton, 56, of Trotwood, OH, passed away August 20, 2017. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on August 24, 1960 to Thomas Walder and Josephine Burwell. Janet married Anthony Hinton on August 24, 1987 in Dayton, OH. Janet was a 1978 graduate of Roth High School, was a licensed Cosmetologist, attended Wilberforce University and received her Associates Degree...
Letha Mae Brewer
Aug 21, 2017
Letha Mae Brewer, age 84, of Moraine, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 21, 2017. Letha was born in Perry Township, Ohio on June 15, 1933 to the late Ralph & Marietta Bell Morris.Family was very important to Letha. In her free time, she enjoyed sewing, reading and her flowers. Letha was preceded in death by...
Andrew J. Walters
Aug 20, 2017
Andrew J. Walters, 37, of Tipp City, OH, passed away August 20, 2017. Andrew was born in Dayton, Ohio on December 3, 1979 to Loren and Mary Lou (Leale) Walters. He married Jinna LaRoe on June 15, 2002 in Dayton, OH.Andrew was a family oriented man. He loved watching his children participate in sports, and they were big sports fans...
Lenny Wayne Stem
Aug 20, 2017
Leonard Wayne Stem, age 58, of Troy, was reunited with his mother & father in Heaven on Sunday, August 20, 2017. He was born on January 25, 1959 in Sidney, OH. Lenny was a gentle giant. He taught Dolly what it was like to have a genuine partner in life and taught Gary what it was to be a man:...
Nancy Sue Carter
Aug 20, 2017
Nancy Sue Carter, 68, of Xenia, passed away August 20, 2017. Nancy was born in Jamestown, Ohio, in 1949, to James and Patricia Wilson. Nancy loved family pursuits most of all, from following and attending her grandchildren's activities to planning and hosting family get-togethers. Nancy loved to travel. She spent many sunny days in Hawaii, and two of her favorite...
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