Obituaries

Feb 14, 2024

JJ Arnold, age 81 of Moraine, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Kettering Health Network – Main Campus. He was born on December 31, 1942, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late Junius "J.M." and Thelma E. (Miller) Arnold.

JJ's parents J.M. & Thelma Arnold owned and operated the Elm Restaurant...

Feb 7, 2024

Phillip D. Howard, age 81 of Huber Heights, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 12, 1942, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late Dolpha & Agnes (Pelphrey) Howard.

Phil graduated from the West Carrollton High...

Feb 4, 2024

Ralph E. "Gene" Pelfrey, age 79 of Miami Twp., passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 10, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio, son of the late Earl & Kathleen (Arnett) Pelfrey.

Ralph honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Mr....

Feb 4, 2024

Ardith Ann Tallman, age 87 of Lynx, Ohio, formerly of Miamisburg, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at her daughter's home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 17, 1936, in La Crosse, KS, the daughter of the late James & Myrtle (Owens) Whalen.

Mrs. Tallman was a retired Bookkeeper...

Feb 4, 2024

Beverly J. Nicholson, age 82 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024. She was born on May 8, 1941 in Peebles, Ohio, the daughter of the late Olive & Ora Everetts.

Beverly was a beautiful soul who loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was a Bus...

Jan 25, 2024

Beverly Ann (Schellhase) Wellman, age 79 of Miamisburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Stoney Ridge Senior Living surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on March 22, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Vernon and Dorothy (Fuller) "Dotti" Schellhase.

In loving memory of our dear...

Jan 25, 2024

Delores "Dodo" Harden, age 68 of Dayton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 17, 1955, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Charles D. "Chuck" Jr., and Norma J. "Mo" Dorsey.

Preceded in death by her brother...

Jan 25, 2024

William A. "Bill" Coleman, age 81 of Dayton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Vienna Springs Heath Campus, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 21, 1942, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late Clarence & Henrietta (Caldwell) Coleman.

Mr. Coleman honorably served his country in the U.S....

Jan 23, 2024

Dustin W. Wilson, age 31 of Dayton, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. He was born on November 29, 1992, in Dayton, Ohio.

Dustin was loving beyond words, loyal and an absolute gift to this world. His radiant smile would light up any room along with his charming and witty personality. He enjoyed...

Jan 22, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Wayman "Pete" Donegia of Moraine, on January 22, 2024, he was 95 years old. This gentle, loving, caring and wonderful man has left a permanent mark on our hearts and will be missed deeply.

Pete dedicated many years of his life to helping others and...

Jan 14, 2024

Timothy Lee "Tim" Abney, age 57 of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at the Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN., surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 19, 1966, in Dayton, Ohio.

Tim loved riding his motorcycle, he enjoyed fishing, music, and especially spending time with...

Jan 12, 2024

Jeanne Ann Jensen, age 84 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 28, 1939, in Superior, WI, the daughter of the late Lawrence Thomas & Ramona Lucille (Lenfestey) Duret.

Jeanne spent her earlier years as a Medical Technologist. After getting married...

Jan 6, 2024

Ronald K. Thomas, age 86 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 15, 1937, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of the late Joseph Thomas & Virginia (Pontis) Mombeck.

Mr. Thomas was a former Machinist for NCR,...

Jan 5, 2024

Neil E. Guthrie, age 46 of Washington Twp., OH, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024, at his home. He was born on April 29, 1977, in Dayton, Ohio.

Neil loved fishing, hunting, going to concerts and spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid Cleveland Browns Fan and an Ohio State...

Jan 5, 2024

Mary Margaret Steele was born on December 18, 1937, in Hyden, Kentucky.  She was the daughter of the late Roy J. Sizemore and Minnie Hoskins.  She was united in marriage to Carlos Lee Steele who preceded her in death.  She is survived by a sister, Barbara Ann Bowman of London, Kentucky; nieces and nephews, Margaret Paige Mosgrove...

Jan 4, 2024

David L. "Dave" Howard, age 83 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Kettering Health Network – Main Campus surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 19, 1940, in Caseville, MI, the son of the late Dolpha & Agnes (Pelphrey) Howard.

Dave graduated from the West Carrollton...

Jan 1, 2024

Teresa L. Vanek, age 56 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 01, 2024, at the University of Cincinnati Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 9, 1967, in Kettering, Ohio.

Teresa was a Cashier for Hobby Lobby. She enjoyed traveling across the country with her husband Chris and...

Dec 25, 2023

Ellingson, Robert A. "Bob", age 93 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 25, 2023, at Kettering Health Network – Main Campus surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 14, 1930, in Broken Bow, NE, the son of the late Nordal & Ruby (Geiser) Ellingson.

Mr. Ellingson honorably...

Dec 17, 2023

Richard W. Isbill, Sr., age 88 of New Lebanon, passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023. He was born on September 25, 1935, in East St. Louis, Illinois, the son of the late Otto & Azalea (Evans) Isbill.

Mr. Isbill was a retired employee of General Motors, and a former employee of NCR and Monsanto....

Dec 14, 2023

Robert L. "Bob" McDaniel, age 88 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 14, 1935, in West Carrollton, Ohio, the son of the late Lonnie & Hazel Mae (Downard) McDaniel.

Bob honorably served his country in the U.S....