Obituaries

Levi  David Dearth

Levi David Dearth

Mar 5, 2020

Levi David Dearth, son of Megan (Davenport) Dearth and Michael E. Dearth of New Lebanon, OH, was stillborn on March 5, 2020 at 12 weeks gestation. In addition to his parents, he is survived by sisters and brother Taryn, Peyton and Silas Dearth; maternal grandparents John Davenport and Rebecca Davenport; paternal grandparents Earl Dearth and Shannon Dearth; maternal great grandparents...

Pauline  Z. Imes

Pauline Z. Imes

Mar 2, 2020

Pauline Z. Imes, 80, of New Lebanon, OH, passed away on Monday morning, March 2, 2020 at Brookhaven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Brookville, OH. Born August 2, 1939, she was one of 9 children born to the late Arthur Ray and Elima Zela (Eck) Imes. A graduate of Dixie High School in New Lebanon, she retired as a ward...

Cheryle  F. Randolph

Cheryle F. Randolph

Mar 2, 2020

Cheryle Faye (Crawford) Randolph, age 68, of Eaton, OH, passed away n the early hours of March 2nd of this year at Maple Gardens Center Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Eaton. She was recovering from recent heart surgery and other health issues. Her parents were the the late Franklin and Billie (Wheeler) Crawford of New Lebanon, OH. She was also...

Joseph  N. Abrell

Joseph N. Abrell

Feb 24, 2020

Joseph N. Abrell, 37, formerly of Preble County, passed away on Monday morning, February 24, 2020. Born August 27, 1982 in Richmomd, IN, he was the son of Holies C. and Patricia L. (Perrigo) Abrell. Joseph graduated from TriCounty North Schools and had attended several other Preble County schools. He had an interest in farm machinery, enjoyed country music, watching...

Scott  E. Griffith

Scott E. Griffith

Feb 21, 2020

Scott Ellis Griffith, 41, of Lancaster, OH and formerly of Eaton, OH, passed into eternity on Friday, February 21, 2020 as a result of a cerebral aneurysm. Born August 8, 1978 in Lancaster, he was the son of Darrell Griffith and Peggy (Johnson) Carlyle. Scott was a 1997 graduate of Eaton High School and went on to earn his certification...

Reva  C. Cole

Reva C. Cole

Feb 14, 2020

Reva C. Cole, 86, formerly of Eaton, OH, passed away Friday morning, February 14, 2020 at her granddaughter's home in Liberty, IN, where she made her home for the last year. Born February 24, 1933 in Middletown, KY, she was a daughter of the late Rollie and Emma (Kash) Manning. Reva retired after nearly 30 years from the Delco Plant...

Beth  Ellen Brumbaugh

Beth Ellen Brumbaugh

Feb 13, 2020

Beth Ellen Brumbaugh, 64, of New Paris, OH, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday morning, February 13, 2020 with her family by her side. Born January 28, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Charles Robert and Martha E. (Heckman) Cochran. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by brother Mark A. Cochran....

L.  “Tom” Preston

L. “Tom” Preston

Feb 11, 2020

Leslie Thompson Preston, better known as Tom, age 87, of New Lebanon, Ohio went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 11, 2020. Born June 18, 1932 in Junction City, Kentucky, Tom was the son of Ishmael and Mallie Preston and brother to Francis, Emma, Harold and Betty. Tom, a highly decorated veteran of the Korean War, he graduated...

Sue Hamblin

Sue Hamblin

Feb 2, 2020

Sue Hamblin, 79, of Lanier Township, West Alexandria, OH, passed away suddenly late Sunday night February 2, 2020 at her home. Born in Gatliff, KY, she was the firstborn of 12 children to the now late Luther and Gladys (Engle) Taylor. Sue retired after 26 1/2 years from the Inland Division of General Motors where she had worked at both...

Ronald  G. Lee

Ronald G. Lee

Jan 31, 2020

Ronald G. "Ronnie" Lee, 81, of Eaton, OH, passed away Friday morning January 31, 2020. Born June 18, 1938 in Flemingsburg, KY, he the 4th of 13 children born to the now late Alex and Belle (Dunnaway) Lee. He had worked as the manager of several grocery stores including the Super Valu in Glenwood and several IGA's in Dayton. He...

Johnny  L. Smith

Johnny L. Smith

Jan 29, 2020

Johnny L. Smith, 84, of Richmond, IN and formerly of Preble County, OH and former 11 year resident of Athens, AL; passed away early Wednesday morning, January 29, 2020. Born on July 1, 1935 in Knox County, KY, he was the 3rd of 8 children born to the now late Oscar and Lillie Della (Murray) Smith. Johnny retired in 1982...

Bennie  B. Fitzgerald

Bennie B. Fitzgerald

Jan 27, 2020

Bennie B. Fitzgerald, 70, of Miamisburg, OH and formerly of Darke County, OH, passed away Monday afternoon, January 27, 2020 following a lengthy illness. Born October 17, 1949, he was the youngest of 6 children born to the late Benjamin and Pearl (Menifee) Fitzgerald. Inducted into the US Army in 1969, he served with the 1st Army, 54th Infantry, 4th...

Zachary Clark

Zachary Clark

Jan 22, 2020

Zachary Clark (24) born June 15, 1995 to the late Robert J Clark, and Lisa K (Damron) Lunsford of Dayton, OH Ohio passed away on Wednesday January 22, 2020 at Hospice of Dayton after battling addiction. Zach was an avid fan of sports, he loved watching Lebron play. Enjoyed listening to Kevin Gates. Also proceeded in death by his Aunt...

Donna  E. Hunt

Donna E. Hunt

Jan 16, 2020

Donna E. Hunt, 94, of New Lebanon, OH, passed away peacefully at her home onThursday morning January 16, 2020. Born December 28, 1925 in Richmond, IN, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Hazel (Kindley) Bowsman. Donna retired after many years as a sales associate for the Elder Beerman department store in Trotwood. She later worked and retired...

Marion  A. Maynard

Marion A. Maynard

Jan 15, 2020

Marion A. Maynard, 87, of Lewisburg, OH, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, January 15, 2020 at his home. Born February 15, 1932 in Zebulon, KY, he was a son of the late Robert M. and Hettie (Looney) Maynard. He proudly served with the US Army from 1952 - 1954. Early in life, Marion worked in construction and was also...

Geraldine (Gagle)  Velasco

Geraldine (Gagle) Velasco

Jan 13, 2020

Geraldine (Gagle) Velasco went to be with her Lord January 13, 2020. She was born in Jay County, Indiana but spent her life in Ohio until she moved to Arizona in 1962. She was a resident of Arizona until returning to Ohio in 1987. Gerry was employed by Beneficial Finance in Dayton for 20 years, taught one year at Patterson...

George  G. Gaber

George G. Gaber

Jan 5, 2020

George G. Gaber, 77, of Lewisburg, OH, was found deceased on January 5, 2020. Born September 24, 1942 in Erie, PA, he formerly served with the US Navy and was a retired engineer from Delco Products (Delphi). A graveside service for Mr. Gaber will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, January27, 2020 at Preble Memory Gardens Cemetery. To send flowers...

Howard  J. Nelson  Sr.

Howard J. Nelson Sr.

Jan 3, 2020

Howard J. Nelson, Sr., 79, of West Alexandria, OH, passed away Friday morning, January 3, 2020. Born July 19, 1940 in Catoosa, TN, he was the son of the late Fred J. and Geneva R. (Bonham) Nelson. Howard retired in 1989 from MIP Division of Duriron Company in Dayton, then went to work for Reiken Corporation in Brookville, retiring for...

Edward M. “Joe” Simpson

Edward M. “Joe” Simpson

Dec 31, 2019

Edward M. "Joe" Simpson, 83, of Brookville, OH and formerly of Trotwood, OH, passed away early Tuesday morning, December 31, 2019. Born August 22, 1936 in Walker, KY, he was the youngest of 6 children born to the late Floyd and Omie (Carnes) Simpson. He grew up and went to school in Dewitt, KY. He then served for nearly 3...

Bobby  Lee Wing

Bobby Lee Wing

Dec 30, 2019

Bobby Lee Wing, 41, of Middletown, OH, passed away suddenly on Monday morning, December 30, 2019. Born July 13, 1978, he was the son of Robert L. Wing, Sr. and Judy K. (Asher) Wing. A 1996 graduate of Middletown Madison High School, he was the owner of Wings of a Tree tree trimming service for the last 5 years, and...