Obituaries

May 8, 2026

Nancy K. Smith, age 87, of Dayton, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026, at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 2, 1939, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late William H. & Dorothy L. (Foust) Aufuldish.

Nancy devoted 35 years of service as a school bus driver for the West...

May 5, 2026

Gwendolyn K. “Gwen” Harner, age 64 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Kettering Health – Main Campus. She was born on September 9, 1961, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Herschel & Lois Jean (Cornett) Harner.

Gwendolyn honorably served her country in the United States Navy, a reflection of her strength and devotion....

Apr 30, 2026

Jason Bush, age 53, of Bellbrook, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 30, 2026. He was born on February 24, 1973, in Dayton, Ohio.

Jason was a proud graduate of West Carrollton High School, Class of 1991. Over the years, he worked with Rite Rug in Miamisburg and America’s Floor Source in Columbus. In his free time, he enjoyed...

Apr 26, 2026

Phillip G. "Phil" Fultz, age 77 of Dayton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 3, 1948, in Mt. Sterling, KY, the son of the late Issac and Georgia (Parrott) Fultz.

Phillip was a retired employee of Sol-Schultz & Company in Dayton for many years. He...

Apr 23, 2026

Jennifer M. Smith, age 50 of Miamisburg, passed peacefully at her sunset Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Miami Valley Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Her sunrise was August 3, 1975, in Elbridge, New York. She was the daughter of the late Karen Lynn Mclauglin and Ricky Pitts.

Jennifer was most proud of being a “Memaw” to her twin granddaughters, and she...

Apr 18, 2026

Alvin C. “Clyde” Hall, age 64 of Dayton, ran his last race on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at The Laurels of Huber Heights. He was born on January 29, 1962, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late Otha William & Lila (Bishop) Hall.

Clyde was a truck driver for many years, he enjoyed working on his race car #34, with...

Apr 10, 2026

Larry James “Jamie” Hollon, age 46 of Carlisle, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio.

He was born on October 30, 1979, in Middletown, Ohio, the son of the late Elizabeth Y. (Pursley) Wilkinson and Larry Hollon.

Larry dedicated many years to working in concrete construction. An avid hunter, Larry also enjoyed fishing, billiards, and bowling. His love for...

Apr 3, 2026

William M. “Mike” Quinn, age 77 of Miamisburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Kingston of Miamisburg. He was born on January 28, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late William Robert & Goldie Myrtle “Pat” (Warren) Quinn.

Mike was a graduate of Stebbins High School. He honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force....

Mar 26, 2026

Bruce A. Hunt, age 79 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at The Laurels of West Carrollton. He was born on May 15, 1946, in Greenville, Ohio, the son of the late Jesse Hanford & Madonna Carol (Trump) Hunt.

Bruce honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy. He was...

Mar 24, 2026

Kathryn C. "Kathy" Dugan, age 70 of Moraine, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Walnut Creek Senior Living Campus.

She was born on November 19, 1955, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Barbra Joan Ingram and Billy Singleton.

Kathy was a retired employee of Kroger. She attended the...

Mar 13, 2026

Gloria J. "Jean" Chapman, age 81 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Kettering Health Network – Main Campus, surrounded by her loving family & friends. She was born on September 11, 1944, in Clinchco, VA, the daughter of the late Margaret L. "Granny" (Collins) Counts and Hazle G. "Pap" Counts.

Mar 12, 2026

Frances "Frankie" Brecht Carlson, age 86 of Miamisburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 09, 1939, in Hamilton, Ohio, the daughter of the late George C. & Fern (Moore) Brecht.

Frankie was a graduate of Middletown High School (Class of 1957) and Miami...

Mar 6, 2026

Johnathan James "John" Manning, age 53 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 17, 1972, in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey.

John honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He was a carpet installer for many years;...

Mar 4, 2026

Ann Willis Bain, age 94 of Germantown, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Ohio's Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties. She was born on February 29, 1932, in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of the late Phillip Augustus & Anna (Hoke) Willis.

Mrs. Bain majored in fine arts and was a calligrapher. She...

Feb 28, 2026

Donas P. Gilbert, age 63, of Miamisburg, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at his home. He was born on January 13, 1963, in Dayton, Ohio.

Donas loved fishing and spending time outdoors. He possessed a patient heart, a clever mind, and a unique funny sense of humor. He was willing to find creative...

Feb 7, 2026

Stacy Elizabeth Roten, age 58 of Waynesville, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Kettering Health Network – Miamisburg surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 28, 1967, in Dayton, Ohio.

Stacy was a former Service Trainer for Icon of Dayton. She loved all animals, especially her dogs, honeybees and she...

Jan 29, 2026

Jenifer L. McPartland, age 68 of Dayton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton. She was born on November 10, 1957, in Dayton, Ohio.

Jenifer was a Hairdresser for Marc Dotson Salon & Spa in Centerville. She was a member of the Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church. Jenifer enjoyed music,...

Jan 28, 2026

Pastor Douglas G. Criswell, age 68 of West Carrollton, Entered into the Arms of Jesus on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. He was born on September 6, 1957, in Dayton, Ohio.

Pastor Criswell began his career in ministry in 1989 at the Newtown Baptist Church in Pineville, KY;...

Jan 27, 2026

Earl Ray Brown, age 89 of Moraine, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton. He was born on March 18, 1936, in Livingston, TN, the son of the late Arthur Lawrence & Etta Mae (Neely) Brown.

Mr. Brown honorably served his country in the U.S. Army. Earl Ray was...

Jan 25, 2026

Brian D. Jones, age 53 of Beavercreek, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 4, 1972, in Dayton, Ohio.

Brian was a C & C Machinist for FC Industries in Dayton with over 20 years of service. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and 4-wheelers, playing his...