Obituaries

Shari Lynn Simpson

Shari Lynn Simpson

Sep 5, 2026

Shari Lynn Simpson, 61, was reunited in heaven with her beloved parents and brothers, on Saturday September 5, 2026, and together they are once again a complete family.

Shari was born on February 11, 1965, in Xenia, Ohio, to the late Phillip and Barbara (Murtland) McDonald; along with her parents, she was proceeded this year in death her brothers, Daniell McDonald...

Mary Duerksen

Mary Duerksen

Sep 2, 2026

Mary Ellen Moyer Duerksen died on Sept. 2 in her home in Oxford, Ohio, surrounded by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her husband Roland. She was 98 years old.

Mary’s focus in life was the well-being of others. She was the selfless rock of the family as she raised her three children and then became a loving grandma. And she dedicated...

Diana L. Anderson

Diana L. Anderson

Aug 25, 2026

Diana L. Anderson

Age 84, of Bethel, went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

She was born on September 20, 1941, in Greenville, to the late Alvin R. and Christella E. Fitzgerald.

In addition to her parents, Diana was preceded in death by her husband, John L. Anderson; brother, Don Fitzgerald; and sister, Marsha Mills.

She is survived by her...

Ron D. Marker

Ron D. Marker

Aug 25, 2026

Ron D. Marker

Age 66, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

He was born July 30, 1960, in Dayton, to the late Lloyd and Mary (Harris) Marker.

In addition to his parents, Ron is proceeded by his sisters; Bonnie Myers and Barb Price; brothers-in-law; Jeff Worley, Bob French, Dave Price.

He is survived by his siblings, Debbie Worley,...

Shawn Edward Baird

Shawn Edward Baird

Aug 24, 2026

Shawn Edward Baird

Age 60, of New Lebanon, passed away peacefully August 24, 2026 surrounded by the love of his children.

He was born on July 30, 1966, to Sharon (Baird) Frusher.

Shawn is preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Ashley Danielle Baird, and his son, Tristan James Baird.

He is survived by his wife; Angie Baird children, Lisha (Derick), Zachary (Brandy), Emilee...

Dean W. Gray

Dean W. Gray

Aug 20, 2026

Gray, Dean W.

age 90, of West Alexandria, OH, passed away on August 20, 2026.

Dean was born in Lebanon, OH on June 12, 1936, to Leslie and Wylodine (Frazer) Gray.

He graduated from Jefferson High School. Dean was a lifelong farmer and for several years also worked for AgRestore and did deliveries for Birchwood Genetics. He enjoyed big band music as well...

Sondra "Sue" Coleman

Sondra "Sue" Coleman

Aug 11, 2026

Sondra “Sue” Coleman

Age 83, of Brookville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

She was born in Dayton on October 21, 1942, to the late LeRoy Clifford and Ruth Marie (Rhoades) Stiver.

In addition to her parents, Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Norman “Steve” Coleman; brother, Gary L. Stiver; father and mother-in-law, Oliver and...

Lula "Carol" Combs

Lula "Carol" Combs

Aug 11, 2026

Lula Carol (Fugate) Combs

76, of Ten Mile, Tennessee, formerly of West Alexandria, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

She was born November 29, 1949, in Hazard, Kentucky, to the late Gabriel Fugate and Edith (Deaton) Hensley.

Carol was a 1968 graduate of Northmont High School and spent the majority of her career working in Human Resources for Baxter Healthcare Corporation and...

Lloyd O'Dell

Lloyd O'Dell

Aug 4, 2026

Lloyd E. O’Dell

Age 87, of Floral City, Florida, formerly of Richmond, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

He was born December 22, 1938 in Lewisburg, to the late Ulace J. and Gladys (Neanover) O’Dell.

In addition to his parents, Lloyd was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Sheila J. O’Dell.

He is survived by his sons, Kyle E. O'Dell and...

Dorothy Coy

Dorothy Coy

Jul 29, 2026

Dorothy (Woods) Coy

Age 96, of Lewisburg Ohio, passed away on Wednesday July 29th, 2026, at home after an extended illness.

Dorothy was born March 5, 1930, in Hyden, Kentucky. She was a devoted mother and dedicated to her family and friends. Dorothy was an amazing cook, seamstress, and homemaker. She lived a long life and often recounted how our family fit...

Matthew B. Ryder

Matthew B. Ryder

Jul 27, 2026

Matthew Ryder

Age 41, of New Lebanon, passed away suddenly on Monday July 27th, 2026 at Miami Valley Hospital.

Matthew was preceded in death by his father, Benny Ryder and maternal grandparents, Jay and Bevlah Walden.

He is survived by his loving mother, Georgie Ryder; brother, Micheal Ryder; half-sister, Jill Ryder; aunt, Ruchie; aunt and uncle, Faye and Robert Garwood; his special friend...

Raymond A. Tompkins

Raymond A. Tompkins

Jul 22, 2026

Raymond A. “Spud” Tompkins

78, passed away on July 22, 2026, in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on April 8, 1948, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Edward and Patsy Tompkins, Raymond lived a life defined by loyalty, love, and service.

A proud veteran of the United States Armed Forces, Raymond served in the Army during the Vietnam Conflict and in the Army National...

Carol L. Bowlin

Carol L. Bowlin

Jul 15, 2026

Carol Lee Bowlin

Age 80, of West Alexandria, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

She was born on Oct 6, 1945, to the late Frankie and Irene (McCormick) Huff. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Israel Bowlin; brother, Roger Huff, nephew, Rodney; niece, Irene.

Carol is survived by her sons, Daryl Bowlin, Dean Bowlin,...

Mia Noel Kilgore

Mia Noel Kilgore

Jul 15, 2026

Mia Noel Kilgore

With hearts full of love and deep sorrow, we announce the birth and passing of our precious daughter, Mia, who was born asleep on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

She is survived by her mom and dad, Marissa and Marshall Kilgore; big brother, Maverick; grandparents, Jerry and Diane Kilgore and Michael and Sherrie Thomas; and uncles and aunts, Jeremy and...

William L. Combs III

William L. Combs III

Jul 4, 2026

William “Bill” Combs, of West Alexandria, passed away July 4, 2026.

He was a 1982 graduate Dixie High School/JVS.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Kathy Combs; daughter, Amber (Mark) Kaufman of Illinois; father, William “Rusty” (Dorothy) Combs of Nevada; siblings Melissa (Boyd) Williams of Tennessee, Tim Combs of Nevada, Cindy (Phil) Brown of Florida, Kevin Combs of New...

Dorothea F. Waggoner

Dorothea F. Waggoner

Jul 2, 2026

Dorothea F. Waggoner

Age 87, of Eaton, passed away peacefully, Thursday, July 2, 2026, surrounded by her family. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 44 years, Everett L. Waggoner; mother, Violet “Nin” Hake; step-father, Andrew Hake; sister, Carolyn Sue Elliott and her husband, Nathan; and brother, Gary Hake, and his wife, Sharon. 

Dorothea is survived by her children, Mike...

Alice Faye Grover

Alice Faye Grover

Jun 26, 2026

Alice Faye Grover

90, of Eaton formerly of West Milton, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026.

She was born December 7, 1935, in Maysville, Kentucky, to the late Paul and Thelma (Willison) Carpenter.

In addition to her parents, Faye was preceded in death by her husband, Don “Skip” Grover; sons, Brian Grover and Robert Lockard; grandsons, Nolan Pugh and Tyler Iddings; and 6...

Allen S. Howard

Allen S. Howard

Jun 25, 2026

Allen S. Howard

91 of New Lebanon, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, June 25, 2026.

He was born June 9, 1935, in Windover, Kentucky to the late Ray and Cassie Howard.

In addition to his parents, Allen was proceeded and death by his first wife Betty Howard, and siblings, Ruth, Elmer, and Robert Howard. 

He survived by his loving wife of 11...

Ralph E. Beeler

Ralph E. Beeler

Jun 23, 2026

Ralph Beeler, age 88, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

A private graveside service will be held for the family at Fairview Cemetery in West Alexandria, Ohio.

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Sandy K. Shiverdecker

Sandy K. Shiverdecker

Jun 17, 2026

Sandy K. Shiverdecker

77 of Brookville, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

She was born August 23, 1948 in Dayton to the late Robert and Gladys Shiverdecker.

She is survived by her sister Barbara Shiverdecker of Brookville; traveling buddies, Jim and Toby Tiege; and many cousins.

Sandy was a member of the Dayton Auto Racing Fan Club, the Dayton Hockey Booster Club, holding several...