Obituaries

Viola M. Robbins

Viola M. Robbins

Apr 24, 2026

Viola M. Robbins

91, of West Alexandria, died Friday, April 24, 2026.

She was born March 3, 1935, in Rock Castle County, Kentucky, and as a teenager accepted the Lord as her Savior. Viola married Paul M. Robbins on December 22, 1951 and he preceded her in death on December 1, 2006.

In addition to her husband, Viola was preceded in death by...

Mabel M. Pollock

Mabel M. Pollock

Apr 20, 2026

Mabel M. Pollock

86, of Eaton, passed away Monday, April 20, 2026 surrounded by her family.

She was born November 11, 1939, in Mariba, Kentucky, to the late Omar W. and Corda M. (Back) Wilson.

In addition to her parents, Mabel was preceded in death by her first husband, Verlin Pollock, and her second husband, Paul Stephenson; as well as her siblings, Thomas...

Terri Denise Brown

Terri Denise Brown

Apr 19, 2026

Terri D. Brown went to be with the lord on April 19th, 2026. Arrangements are in the care of Preble Memory Gardens. A complete Obituary will be published at a later date.

Layne Ray Davis

Layne Ray Davis

Apr 15, 2026

Layne Ray Davis

age 58, of Miamisburg, Ohio, Formerly of Farmersville, Ohio passed away April 15, 2026.

He was born February 23,1968, to Donna (Davis) Napier.

Layne was 1986 Graduate of Valley View School and Miami Valley CTC.

He was proceeded in death by his grandparents Chester and Virginia (Gisewite) rose.

Layne is survived by his parents Donna (Davis) and John Napier. Brother Larry (Carrie)...

Paul T. Rogers

Paul T. Rogers

Apr 13, 2026

Paul T. Rogers

78, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord, Monday, April 13, 2026.

He was born January 7, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Ralph E. and Ruth E. (Jennings) Rogers.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his brothers, Bruce Rogers, Ralph Rogers, Jr., and Donald Rogers; sister, Juanita Rogers; and special cousin, Judith...

Barbara J. Burke

Barbara J. Burke

Apr 11, 2026

Barbara J. Burke

80, of West Alexandria, formerly of Brewster and Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2026.

She was born January 17, 1946, in Urbana, Illinois, to the late Selmer and Laura (Selby) Johnson.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded to eternal life by her beloved husband, Paul F. Burke. She was also preceded by her sister-in-law, Paul’s sister...

Noel K. Nushawg, Jr.

Noel K. Nushawg, Jr.

Apr 10, 2026

Noel K. Nushawg Jr.

62, of New Lebanon, went to be with the Lord and was reunited with his mother on Friday, April 10, 2026. 

He was born May 5, 1963, in Dayton, to the late Carolyn S. (Hunt) Neyman. 

In addition to his mother, Noel was preceded in death by his stepdad, Dave Neyman; and grandparents Robert and Mary Hunt; and step...

Ralph Edward Haynes

Ralph Edward Haynes

Apr 6, 2026

Ralph Edward Haynes

57, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away on April 6, 2026.

Born on May 16, 1968, Ralph was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Farrah, and a caring and supportive stepfather to Kyle Andrei. He will be deeply missed by his extended family, including his uncle, cousins, nieces, and nephews, all of whom held a special place in his...

Dora L. Frieszell

Dora L. Frieszell

Apr 6, 2026

Dora L. (Cundiff) Frieszell

93, of Lewisburg, joined her loved ones in Heaven, Monday, April 6, 2026.

She was born August 18, 1932, in Dayton, to the late William A. and Anna M. (Griffith) Cundiff.

In addition to her parents, Dora was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd “Buck” Frieszell; brother, Donald Cundiff; sister, Alice “Mae” Cundiff; son-in-law, Dale Severt; and grandson,...

Walter L. Baker

Walter L. Baker

Apr 3, 2026

Walter L. Baker

82, of West Alexandria, Ohio, and formerly lived in Danville, Indiana, is no longer with us as of Friday, April 3, 2026.

He was born June 23, 1943, in Indianapolis, Indiana to his parents.

Walter was preceded in death by his sister, Ruth Fields.

He is survived by his loving wife, Sheila Baker; son, Walter L. Baker III; daughter, Kaye (Jeff)...

Norman E. Hall

Norman E. Hall

Mar 31, 2026

Norman E. Hall

age 81, of New Paris, Ohio passed away on March 31, 2026 at home. Born on October 15, 1944, the son of the late Lowell and Wanda (Shellenbarger) Hall. 

Norman was a 1963 graduate of Jackson High School, active in Furniture Ministry at Surety Community Church in Richmond, IN. Norm retired from Boston Tool in Richmond, IN. 

Survivors include: his...

Arnon Clark Collins, Sr.

Arnon Clark Collins, Sr.

Mar 30, 2026

Arnon “Clark” Collins, Sr.

79, of Lewisburg, went to be with Jesus, surrounded by his family, on Monday, March 30, 2026.

He was born November 24, 1946, in Dayton, to the late Edward O. and Mary (McIntosh) Collins.

In addition to his parents, Clark was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Phyllis J. Collins; daughter, Victoria Jean (Long) Collins; and...

Walter Daniel "Dan" Cloud

Walter Daniel "Dan" Cloud

Mar 25, 2026

Walter Daniel “Dan” Cloud

age 77, of Camden, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday March 25, 2026, after a short illness. Born February 12, 1949, in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Walter A. and Anna Lorene (Crouch) Cloud. Dan was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Jennifer...

Larry G. Mikesell

Larry G. Mikesell

Mar 20, 2026

Larry Mikesell

85, of Eaton, passed away, Friday, March 20, 2026.

He was born August 20, 1940, in Clayton, to the late Stanley P. and Dorothy L. (Dearth) Mikesell.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his daughter, Tammy Mikesell, son, Harland Mikesell; and sister-in-law, Norma Mikesell.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy J. (Harrod) Mikesell;...

Jackie E. Clopper

Jackie E. Clopper

Mar 7, 2026

Jackie Elizabeth Clopper

age 87 of Eaton, OH passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Vancrest peacefully in her sleep.

Jackie was born on December 2, 1938 in Canebrake, West Virginia, to Daniel & Ada Honaker.

Preceded in death by her mother Ada Lou (Sims) Honaker & her father Daniel Honaker. Siblings Arthur Honaker, Wiley Honaker, Cecil Honaker, Howard Honaker, Edward Honaker, Carson...

Ellen Sue Hickey

Ellen Sue Hickey

Mar 5, 2026

Ellen Sue (Calvert) Hickey

76, of Leon, West Virginia, formerly of West Alexandria, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, love, and laughter on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

Ellen was born September 26, 1949, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to George W. Sr. and Lucille (Hamilton) Calvert.

Ellen danced through life with a beautiful smile and an adventurous spirit. She was full of energy,...

Judy L. James

Judy L. James

Feb 23, 2026

Judy L. James

age 70, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Englewood Health and Rehab. Born on September 15, 1955, she was the cherished daughter of the late Elmer and Thelma Moore.

Judy was a devoted wife to her beloved husband of nearly 30 years, Norman C. James, and a loving mother to her son, Stephen Ford....

Michael D. Grant

Michael D. Grant

Feb 22, 2026

Michael D. Grant

80, of Chillicothe, formerly Dayton, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, February 22, 2026.

He is survived by his siblings, Wanda Towe, Carolyn Grant, and Patricia Gilbert; and many nieces and nephews.

Michael’s life was a testament to quiet strength, enduring faith, and the joy found in simple blessings. Born prematurely and facing disabilities from his earliest days, Michael’s...

Ronald R. Jones

Ronald R. Jones

Feb 19, 2026

Ronald “Ron” Jones

78, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, February 19, 2026.

Ron, who would later become known as quite the trickster, was fittingly born on Halloween, October 31, 1947 to the late Raymond C. and Evelyn L. Jones. He graduated from Eaton High School in 1965 and shortly after in 1966, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, proudly...

Erma L. Chapman

Erma L. Chapman

Feb 16, 2026

Erma L. (Wehrley) Chapman

90, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord, Monday, February 16, 2026.

She was born July 27, 1935, in Preble County, to the late James G. and Mary Ann (Jones) Wehrley.

As the last remaining descendent of her family, Erma was preceded in death by her siblings, Harold Wehrley, Delbert Wehrley, Lloyd Wehrley, Kenneth Wehrley, Martha Hamilton, Gerald...