Obituaries

Robert Heard, Sr.

Robert Heard, Sr.

May 2, 2017

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Della Zugelder

Della Zugelder

May 2, 2017

Zugelder, Della, 84, formerly of Troy, Ohio passed away May 2, 2017. She was born February 11, 1933 in Hyden, KY to the late Johnny and Nora (Bailey) Cornett. She retired from Dayton Press after 28 years. Della cared for many things. Della loved her dogs and her gardens. She loved the outdoors and felt most at peace barefoot in...

Dorothy Loretta Salyers

Dorothy Loretta Salyers

May 2, 2017

Dorothy L Salyers, age 72 of Dayton passed away peacefully on May 1, 2017. Dorothy was born in Knoxville, TN to the late Dewey and Helen Brown. She moved with her family to Dayton and graduated from Stebbins High School in 1964. She met and married James Salyers in 1965. Dorothy loved to cook for her family, enjoyed gardening, and...

Julia Teague-Johnson

Julia Teague-Johnson

May 1, 2017

Julia Teague-Johnson, age 71 of Dayton, passed away Monday, May 1, 2017. She was born March 4, 1946 in Battle Creek, Michigan, the daughter of Edward and Gladys Buckner.She is preceded in death by her father, Edward Lee Buckner; brother, Steve Lee Buckner; and husband, Michael Lee Johnson; and many beloved cats.Julia is survived by her son, Larry (Tricia) Teague;...

Howard Junior Cotterman

Howard Junior Cotterman

May 1, 2017

Howard Junior Cotterman, 91, of Dayton, Ohio was called home to be with the Lord on May 1, 2017. Howard was born on July 18, 1925 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Howard and Helen (Hill) Cotterman. Howard is survived by his wife of 71 years, Doris Lillian (Miller) Cotterman; children, Juli A. Leichty (Gerald), Judi L. Pennie, and Jeri...

Jean Elizabeth Blevins

Jean Elizabeth Blevins

May 1, 2017

Jean Elizabeth Blevins, age 82 of New Lebanon, passed away May 1, 2017. She was born January 27, 1935 in Rockcastle County, KY to the late Herbert and Ethel Johnson. In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Blevins; sister, Shirley Hern; and brother, Howard Johnson.Jean is survived by her sons: Robert (Bev) Blevins...

James C. Mccarroll

James C. Mccarroll

May 1, 2017

James C. McCarroll "JC", age 87 of Riverside, reunited with his wife, Alma Jean on May 1, 2017. He was born September 9, 1929 in Harrimann, TN to the late James W. and Lula Mae (Tuck) McCarroll. In addition to his wife and parents, JC was preceded in death by daughter, Vickie Wallace and son, James "Donnie" McCarroll.He is survived...

Susan C. Kissel

Susan C. Kissel

Apr 30, 2017

Kissel, Susan Carol (nee Piecuch), 69, of Centerville Ohio peacefully passed away on April 30, 2017 at St Leonard's.Susan was born on March 21st 1948 in Cincinnati Ohio to the late Dorothy and Alfred Piecuch. Susan graduated from Edgecliff College with a degree in education. She taught second grade at Ascension school in Kettering, from 1987-2011. Susan was a loving...

Freda Mae Leach

Freda Mae Leach

Apr 30, 2017

Freda Mae Leach, 88, passed away April 30, 2017 at Sycamore Hospital. Freda was born in Wellston, Ohio on December 20, 1928. She was a gifted craftswoman and enjoyed making gifts for her family. She was a lifelong Christian and attended Methodist Church. Freda was preceded in death by her mother, Freda Josephine Leach; father, Abbie Leach; and sisters, Florence...

John William Penick

John William Penick

Apr 29, 2017

John William Penick, 66, of Dayton, passed away April 29, 2017. John was born in Waynesville, Missouri on February 19, 1951 to the late Marion and Mattie Penick. John worked 40 years for the Boston Stoker. In his free time he enjoyed Bonsai trees and Asian cuisine. He is survived by his sons, Paul (Vanessa) Penick, Chris Penick; brothers, Mark...

Wayne Norris Starnes

Wayne Norris Starnes

Apr 29, 2017

Wayne Norris Starnes, age 79 of Fairborn, Ohio passed away Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Dayspring Health Care Center. He was born July 24, 1937 in Evansville, Indiana.Wayne's faith in the Lord and love for his family sustained him throughout life. He had a special place in his heart for his grandson who he always called his "main-man Joshie" and...

Mark A. Stephen

Mark A. Stephen

Apr 29, 2017

Mark A. Stephen, age 56 of Dayton, passed away April 29, 2017. He was born July 8, 1960 in Fairborn to the late Robert L. Stephen, Sr. and Geannette Stephen. In addition to his parents, Mark was preceded in death by his brothers: Robert Stephen, Jr. and Richard Stephen.Mark is survived by his daughters: Abigail Stephen and Samantha (Corey) Adams;...

Mark Douglas Knight Sr.

Mark Douglas Knight Sr.

Apr 29, 2017

Mark Douglas Knight Sr., age 52 of Dayton, passed away Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Grandview Hospital. He was born January 17, 1965 in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Douglas Knight and Shirley Perry.He is preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn Knight; grandson, Nathan Knight; father, Douglas McArthur Knight; step-father, Tilden Perry.Mark is survived by his mother, Shirley Perry;...

Diann M. Holtvoigt

Diann M. Holtvoigt

Apr 29, 2017

After a courageous battle with cancer, Diann M. Holtvoigt of Kettering, Ohio passed away Saturday, April 29, 2017. She was born August 3rd 1947 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Forrest and Thelma (Schell) Schott. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Kathy Schott. She will be missed by her husband of 46 years,...

Emily Shaffer

Emily Shaffer

Apr 28, 2017

Bold, Determined, and Unconventional - Champion for Children and the UnderdogEmily W Shaffer lived a life of giving to her children and grandchildren. She was always careful and considerate never offending others and creating rapor with a well placed joke. True to her Christian Science upbringing, she never complained and always looked on the bright side. She passed away on...

Richard M. Blakeley

Richard M. Blakeley

Apr 28, 2017

Blakeley, Richard M. "Rickaroo", 64, a long time resident of Kettering, passed away Friday, April 28th 2017. He was born January 16th 1953 in Dayton, Ohio. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Alice and Ralph Blakeley Sr, brothers, Tom, Robert "Bob", and Ralph Jr. He is survived by his brother, John W. and wife, Deanna Blakeley; his...

Robert L. Anderson

Robert L. Anderson

Apr 28, 2017

Robert Louis Anderson Jr., age 63, was born on May 24th 1953 in Dayton OH, to the late Mattie Ruth Phillips and the late Robert Louis Anderson Sr. He was a graduate of Patterson Cooperative High School class of 1972. After graduation, he joined the United States Air Force, serving from August 1st 1972 and honorably discharged on February 16th...

Gerald William Boeckman, Jr.

Gerald William Boeckman, Jr.

Apr 28, 2017

Gerald "Garry" William Boeckman Jr., 54, of West Alexandria, passed away on April 28, 2017. He was born on November 21, 1962 to Gerald and Mary Ann (DeMange) Boeckman in Dayton, OH. Gerald was a 1982 graduate of Chaminade-Julienne High School and retired from GM after 12 years of service. He also served 4 years active duty in the U.S....

John L. Waldron

John L. Waldron

Apr 28, 2017

John L. Waldron, age 68 of Huber Heights, passed away Friday, April 28, 2017 at Laurels of Huber Heights. He was born April 15, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late William and Lorena Waldron.John is survived by his wife of 32 years, Deborah; daughter, Dawn (Brian) Juskae; son, James (Rachel) Waldron; brother, William Waldron; sister, Cynthia Waldron;...

Dorenda Denise Seifert

Dorenda Denise Seifert

Apr 28, 2017

Dorenda Denise Seifert, age 47 of Dayton, passed away with her loving family by her side on Friday, April 28, 2017 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born September 12, 1969 in Dayton, Ohio to Charles and Donna (Evans) Scott. Dorenda married Matthew Seifert on September 1, 2001 in Centerville, OH.Dorenda loved her dog Foxy, hummingbirds and all animals. She...

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