Obituaries

William "Bill" R. Gross

William "Bill" R. Gross

Mar 27, 2025

William “Bill” R. Gross

age 79, of Eaton, finished his race and went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

He was born on February 27, 1946, to the late Raymond and Ruth (Constable) Gross, in Richmond, Indiana.

Bill was preceded in death by his brothers Ronnie Gross,...

Mary Lou (Focht) Looker

Mary Lou (Focht) Looker

Mar 24, 2025

Mary Lou Looker

age 84 of Farmersville passed away March 24, 2025, at New Lebanon Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was a 1958 graduate of Farmersville High School

She was born on July 30, 1940, to the late James and Elsie (Crook) Focht of Farmersville. She was preceded in death by sister and brother-in-law,...

Marvin F. Evans

Marvin F. Evans

Mar 24, 2025

Marvin F. Evans

82, of Lewisburg, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his family, on Monday, March 24, 2025.

He was born March 3, 1943, in Verona, to the late Glen E. and Evelyn E. (Pease) Evans.

In addition to his parents, Marvin was preceded in death by his brothers-in-law,...

William "Bill" J. Leeper

William "Bill" J. Leeper

Mar 19, 2025

William “Bill” Leeper

81, of Eaton, peacefully passed away at home on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Christine Wilkinson; and siblings, John Leeper and Betty Vink.

Bill is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Peggy Leeper; stepchildren, Harold (Marcy) Farler, Bonnie (Brian)...

Greg S. Allen

Greg S. Allen

Mar 16, 2025

Greg S. Allen

48, of West Alexandria, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord, Sunday, March 16, 2025.

He was born December 30, 1976, in Dayton, to the late Jim and Barbara J. (Bailey) Allen.

He is survived by his loving fiancée of 16 years, Maria Conley; sons, John Phillips and...

Paul E. Korns

Paul E. Korns

Mar 12, 2025

Paul E. Korns

93, of Eaton, formerly of North Ft. Myers, Florida, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

He was born January 2, 1932, in Dayton, to the late Charles W. and Berta A. (McGuire) Korns.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by...

Terry Cabaniss

Terry Cabaniss

Mar 2, 2025

Terry Cabaniss

age 76, peacefully passed away March 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, employer, and an all-around good guy.  He lived life with a compassionate, fun-loving heart, and was always willing to pitch in to help or serve.  His friendly charm was present...

Wendy Lee (Mogg) Baumbach

Wendy Lee (Mogg) Baumbach

Mar 2, 2025

Wendy Lee (Mogg) Baumbach, Age 64, of Eaton, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Wendy was born on April 21, 1960, in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, to the late Peter H. and Sharon L. (Smith) Mogg. Wendy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She shared 40 wonderful years of marriage with...

Karen G. (Schaeff) Williams

Karen G. (Schaeff) Williams

Feb 28, 2025

Karen G. (Schaeff) Williams

81, of Eaton, went to be with the Lord, Friday, February 28, 2025.

She was born March 21, 1943, in Dayton, to the late Eugene H. and Velma B. (Lindsey) Schaeff.

In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Williams; brother,...

Penny (Shumard) Wendel

Penny (Shumard) Wendel

Feb 28, 2025

Penny Wendel (Shumard)

58, of Greenville, formerly Lewisburg, joined her parents and the Lord in Heaven, on Friday, February 28, 2025.

She was born January 28, 1967, in Rock Island, Illinois, to the late Lawrence and Loretta B. (O’Dell) Shumard.

In addition to her parents, Penny was preceded in death by...

Gladys Couch

Gladys Couch

Feb 16, 2025

Gladys Couch

81, of Dayton, went Home to be with the Lord, Sunday, February 16, 2025.

She was born December 16, 1943, in Hyden Kentucky, to the late Arnold and Polly J. (Pennington) Smith

In addition to her parents, Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, Roy “Buckle” Couch; sisters, Jenny Smith and Anna Lee Beatty; and brother, Clayton Smith.

She is survived...

Timothy "Tim" Waymire

Timothy "Tim" Waymire

Feb 11, 2025

Timothy “Tim” Waymire

77, of West Alexandria, suddenly passed away, Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

He was born September 14, 1947, in Dayton, to the late Donald Richard Waymire and Sarah Louise (Rike) Masters.

A hardworking man, Tim retired from Delco-Moraine after 33 years of dedicated service, and after retirement, he continued...

Billy Michael Anthony

Billy Michael Anthony

Feb 9, 2025

Billy Michael Anthony

68, of Dayton, was called Home, Sunday, February 9, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Billy Lee Anthony and Mary C. (Sleppy) Anthony-James; and significant others, Rev. Joseph H. Gilbert and Gary Ruffin.

Billy is survived by his siblings, Rickey Anthony, Paulette Rediger, and Mary...

Alex Howard

Alex Howard

Feb 8, 2025

Alex Howard

4, of Camden, his uncle Zach came to get him to go to Heaven on February 8, 2025.

In addition to his uncle, Zach McIntosh, Alex was preceded in death by a brother, Jason Whitener; and cousin, Adina McIntosh.

He leaves behind his parents, Katie McIntosh and Elmer Whitener,...

Marjorie E. (Gerber)  Mills

Marjorie E. (Gerber) Mills

Jan 22, 2025

Marjorie E. Mills

83, of Brookville, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

She was born December 25, 1941, in Decatur, Indiana, to the late Milton and Rhoda J. (Lehman) Gerber.

In addition to her parents, Marjorie was preceded in death by her...

Bobby (Robert) Charles Phillips

Bobby (Robert) Charles Phillips

Jan 12, 2025

Bobby (Robert) Charles Phillips

Aka” Scoop”

August 11, 1933 – January 12, 2025

Age 91, Bobby (Robert) Charles Phillips, a longtime resident of New Lebanon, Montgomery County, Ohio passed away on January 12, 2025, early Sunday morning at 2:02 a.m.  He was at peace, surrounded by his...

Lois E. Nelson

Lois E. Nelson

Jan 9, 2025

Lois Nelson

beloved mother, sister and friend died peacefully on January 9th, 2025 at the age of 87. Born in Chicago, IL to Rev. John E. and Elizabeth (Almen) Genn, she was doted on by her Swedish aunts and grew up as a strong-willed minister’s daughter.

After graduating from high...

Christopher Michael Leis

Christopher Michael Leis

Jan 4, 2025

Christopher Michael Leis

44, of Dayton, peacefully passed away, Saturday, January 4, 2025.

He was born October 31, 1980, in Dayton, to his parents, Michael and Beth Leis.

Christopher was preceded in death by his dad, Michael; maternal grandparents, Richard and Erna Shell; and paternal grandparents, Oscar and Betty Leis.

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Clyde "Sparky" Sparks

Clyde "Sparky" Sparks

Jan 1, 2025

Clyde “Sparky” Sparks

86, of Eaton, passed away, Wednesday, January 1, 2025.

He was born July 3, 1938, in Compton County, Kentucky, to the late Jeff D. and Lula O. (Barnes) Sparks.

In addition to his parents, Sparky was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 62 years, Mary Jo...

Marilyn (Mcintosh)  Haas

Marilyn (Mcintosh) Haas

Dec 26, 2024

Marilyn Haas

70, of Farmersville, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, December 26, 2024.

She was born June 1, 1954, in Dayton, to her parents, Arch Jr. and Laura (Stacy) McIntosh.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her dad, Arch, and husband of 30+ years,...