Obituaries
Donald Howard Knight
Feb 25, 2017
Donald H. Knight, passed away on Saturday Feb 25th. He was 88 years old and was preceded indeath by his wife, Esther Maxine Knight. Both had been life-long residents of Dayton and leave tomourn a daughter, Linda Knight Hager, a son, David H. Knight and daughters, Knicole Ann KnightSmith and Joe Ellyn Knight, who all miss them very much.Donald was...
Joshua Puckett
Feb 25, 2017
Joshua Puckett, Age 38, of Kettering, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2017. Josh was preceded in death by his mother, Julie Frazer; and grandmother, Rosetta Puckett. He is survived by his brother, Jerry Puckett; father, David Puckett; daughters, Rosie and Jeni; grandmother, Shirley Winstead; and many other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 2,...
Eric Mckinley
Feb 25, 2017
Eric S. McKinley, age 26 of Dayton, passed away February 25, 2017. He was born May 16, 1990 in Dayton to Paul and Cheryl McKinley.In addition to his parents, Eric is survived by his wife, Shelbe Dearth; 2 brothers; and grandmother, Carolyn Davis.Visitation will be held from 1-3 pm on Friday, March 3, 2017 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore...
Nancy A. Weaver
Feb 25, 2017
Nancy A. Weaver , 81, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2017 at Hospice of Dayton. Nancy was the daughter of Herbert and Margaret (Von Bargen) Weaver. Nancy was a graduate of Patterson High School and worked as a secretary for local Independent Brokerage firms throughout her career. She loved to read mysteries and collect Hummel's. She loved her family dearly...
Wilbur Thomas Fink
Feb 25, 2017
FINK, Wilbur T., age 86 of Beavercreek, passed into Heaven's Gates on February 25, 2017. He was born to the late Thomas J. Fink and Bernice Fink-Koogler. From 1936-1942 Wilbur and his brother, Charles Fink lived at The Xenia Orphanage due to the start of WWII. In 1949, Wilbur joined the United States Navy, due to the Korean War. He...
James "Scott" Danks
Feb 25, 2017
James "Scott" Danks, 50, of Xenia, passed away February 25, 2017. James was born in Dayton, Ohio on October 3, 1966 to William and Sandra Danks. In his free time he enjoyed playing and listening to music. He is survived by his mother, Sandra Danks; father, William (Betty) Danks; and brother, William "Hank" Danks. A visitation will be held on...
Carolyn Morgan
Feb 24, 2017
Morgan, Carolyn 45, of Harrison Twp., passed away February 24, 2017. She was born May 11, 1971 in Ft. Leonard, Wood, Missouri to Roy Morgan and Geneva North. She is survived by her children, Luke Schroll and Alyssa Williams, 4 step-children, Danny, Kimberly, Amber, Mendy; grandchildren, Luke and Leland, Faith Marie; 10 step-grandchildren; mother, Geneva North; brothers, John and Roy...
Michael Anthony Davis
Feb 24, 2017
Michael Anthony DavisMichael Anthony Davis was born on July 29, 1954 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Alberta and Sherman Davis; he was the 4th of 7 siblings; Shelia, Mustafa (aka Herman), Carolyn, Manette (who preceded him in death), Philip and Monica.Michael was elected Senior Class President of John Adams High School in 1972, played varsity basketball, and was forever...
James Taylor Dickman
Feb 24, 2017
James Taylor Dickman, 79, of Miamisburg, passed away February 24, 2017. James was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 26, 1937 to the late Raymond and Wanda Dickman. James proudly served in the United States Army for 3 years. In his free time he enjoyed his dogs and spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, James was...
Evelyn Lois Stewart
Feb 24, 2017
Evelyn Lois Stewart was born on September 14, 1924 to the late Ernest and Viola Wilson in Dayton, Ohio. She went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 24, 2017 at Pristine Senior Living Care Center of Englewood, Ohio.She was raised in Harveysburg, Ohio and graduated from Massie High School. She worked as an Executive Secretary at the...
Charles E. Thompson
Feb 23, 2017
Charles E. Thompson Jr., 78, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2017 with his loving family and friends by his side. Charles was born August 31, 1938 in Dayton, OH to Charles and Sarah Thompson, Sr. Charles was a devoted husband of 54 years to Beulah T. Thompson. Charles was a member of the central congregation of Jehovah Witnesses. He loved...
Robert L. Miller
Feb 23, 2017
Robert L. (Robbie) Miller, 57, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Dayton on Thursday, February 23, 2017. Robbie fought a long and valiant battle with cancer for three years. He was preceded in death by his beloved father, Marty. He is survived by his mother, Judy; son, Luke, and sister, Kim. Robbie graduated from Carroll High School in 1978. In...
Shirley A. Bartley
Feb 23, 2017
Shirley A. Bartley, age 78 of Dayton, passed away February 23, 2017 at The Hospice of Dayton. She was born October 1, 1938 in Harlan, KY to the late William and Bertha (Smith) Neff. In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her sons, Gary and Gregory Bartley.She is survived by her daughter, Judy (Jesse) McCloud; son,...
Freda Mae Kenley
Feb 22, 2017
Freda M. (Fouty) Kenley passed away Wednesday February 22,2017 at the Briarwood Health Care Community in Stow Ohio. She was born in Ross County Ohio August 17,1937, to Elza and Rhoda (Triplett) Fouty.Freda was married to Charles W. Kenley October 12,1953 of Dayton Ohio. They have three sons Craig (Cindy), Steven (Kathy) and Keven (Penny). Freda has seven grandchildren and...
Amanda Lee Peasant
Feb 22, 2017
Amanda Lee Peasant, 95, of Centerville, passed away on February 22, 2017 at St. Leonard Center. She was born on June 6, 1921 to the late James and Flossie (Wanser) Brown in Amissville, VA.On July 4, 1945, she married Benjamin F. Peasant. Amanda and Benjamin lived in Dayton, Ohio. She was a longtime member of St. Benedict the Moor and...
David Allen Bartee
Feb 22, 2017
David Allen Bartee, 27, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at his residence. David was born on July 23, 1989 in Dayton to Steven Bartee and Sharon Salyers. David enjoyed his X Box, loved his dog Zelda and playing his guitar. He loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed by all. David is survived by his parents; three...
Melvin J. Barrett Jr.
Feb 22, 2017
Melvin J. Barrett Jr., age 75 of Dayton, OH passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at Kettering Medical Center. He was born on May 30, 1941 in Sparta, Michigan, the son of the late Melvin Sr. and Veryl Barrett.Melvin is survived by his wife of 25 years, Dianne; sons, Kenneth (Casandra) Barrett, Todd Barrett; daughter, Brenda Barrett; as well as...
Ronnie Ray Allen
Feb 21, 2017
Ronnie Allen, age 67 of Dayton, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Red Allen; mother, Clara Allen; brothers, Gary Neal Allen and Harley Allen; and sisters, Devonna, Debbie Allen and Sally Kathy Allen. Ronnie is survived by his children, Brian Allen, Brandy (Lars) Bridstrup, Jeremy Neal Rosen and Rachel Rosen; grandchildren,...
Darlene Cornett
Feb 21, 2017
Darlene Cornett, age 72 of Middletown, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born October 31, 1944 in Middletown, OH, the daughter of the late Delmar and Ruth Day.Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, David Combs; sister, Tiny McGuire; and brothers, Roy and Jr. Day.Darlene is survived by her...
Lee E. Harris
Feb 21, 2017
Lee E. Harris, 81, of Enon, passed away February 21, 2017. Lee was born in New Richmond, Indiana on July 1, 1935 to the late James and Zella Harris. Lee retired from the United States Navy after 20 years of service. He was a member of the Moose Lodge, VFW, Amvets, Disables Veterans and the American Legion for many years....
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