Obituaries

Feb 9, 2024

In Loving Memory of Dennis W. Williams (October 29, 1950 – February 9, 2024)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis W. Williams, age 73, of Auburndale, FL. Dennis bravely fought a long battle with cancer and peacefully left this world on February 9, 2024. Dennis proudly served in the US Air Force Reserves, 1970 -...

Feb 9, 2024

Richard (Dick) Glenn Walker, affectionately known as “Chief” to many, of Cedarville, OH went to his forever home to be with his Heavenly Father peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday evening, February 9, 2024. He was born June 4, 1946 in Ashland, OH, the 4th child of the late Gilbert and Marie (Moody) Walker. 

Dick was a loving husband, father,...

Feb 8, 2024

Bradley Lewis Dillon, age 44 of Cedarville, Ohio passed away February 8, 2024 at the Miami Valley Hospital. He was born September 18, 1979 in Springfield, Ohio to Terrance Dillon and Nancy (Evilsizor) Pemberton. Brad is survived by his mother, Nancy Pemberton, daughter, Kaylee Williams, siblings, Kevin (Mendy) Dillon, Denise Berner, and Christi Violet, and numerous nieces and nephews. He...

Feb 6, 2024

Larry Robert Polen, age 76 of Springfield, Ohio passed away on February 6, 2024 at the Springfield Regional Medical Hospital. He was born January 22, 1948 in Springfield, Ohio to the late Ralph and Patricia (Wolverton) Polen. 



Larry is survived by his loving sons, Todd (Lisa Marshall) Polen, Matthew Polen, and Nick (Lisa) Polen, grandchildren: Levi, Samuel, Jacob, and Peter, and...

Feb 3, 2024

Duane Leland Capper, a man known for his unwavering love for his family, passed away unexpectedly at home on February 3, 2024, in Springfield, Ohio. He was born on March 5, 1979, in the same city where he spent his entire life. 

Duane attended North High School and graduated in 1996. After completing his education, he embarked on a long and...

Feb 2, 2024

Phyllis Jean (Capper) Heath graced this world with her presence for 89 beautiful years before peacefully passing away on Friday, February 2, 2024 at Dayspring Nursing Facility. She was born October 8, 1934 to the late Lawrence and Edna (Johnson) Capper in Scottown, Ohio.

Phyllis is survived by her loving husband of over 70 years, Charles Heath, daughters; Roxanne (Jim) Welch...

Jan 25, 2024

Kimberly Susan Johnson passed from this life on January 25, 2024 after a long battle with dementia. She was born on September 5, 1956 in Springfield, Ohio, the eldest child of Joseph and Shirley (Goff) Fugate.  Kim grew up in Clark County 4-H, loved 4-H camp and would become a 4-H advisor with her daughters later in life.  She also...

Jan 25, 2024

Jan 25, 2024

Patti L. Wilson, a devoted member of the South Charleston community, passed away on January 25, 2024, at her home where she had resided for over 30 years. She was born on December 15, 1942, in Ashland, Kentucky, the daughter of the late John and Sereda (Sturgil) Dean. In addition to her parents, she was reunited in Heaven with her...

Jan 24, 2024

O'CONNOR, Joseph E. age 86 of Yellow Springs, Ohio passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at Friends Care Center. He was born on December 23, 1937 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Edward and Althaire (Spalding) O'Connor. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his wife of 31 years, Judith O'Connor along with his...

Jan 22, 2024

Ernestine Brown, 101, passed away on January 22, 2024 at Five Star Senior Living in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born in Huntington, West Virginia to Ernest and Marie Miller. She graduated from Springfield High School, Ohio. 

She retired from Greene Memorial Hospital in Xenia, Ohio in 2002 after 45 years working in the X-Ray department. 

Her family was the love, center...

Jan 21, 2024

Roger Alan Schutte, age 87 of Springfield, passed away on January 21, 2024. Born on January 12, 1937 to the late Joseph F. and Rose Mary Lee (Palmer) Schutte. 

Roger will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend—to whom family always came first. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his son, Mark (Athena) Schutte, granddaughters:...

Jan 18, 2024

Mildred Kirby Nickels was born Nov. 19, 1930, in Monroe, Michigan, to Bertrand and Mildred Nickels.  She preferred to be called Millo, and she showed her early independence by attending Antioch College in the 1950s, studying a variety of subjects. While at Antioch, she met Stephen Stephens (Steve). After graduation, the couple married and lived in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where Steve’s...

Jan 18, 2024

Nancy Belle Allen-McCarty, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 18, 2024. Born in Battle Creek, Michigan on July 14, 1933 to the late Charles and Helen (Robertson) Thornell. Nancy's life journey was filled with warmth, kindness, and an unwavering dedication to her loved ones. She leaves behind a legacy that will forever be...

Jan 17, 2024

Etta M. Hensley, age 91, passed away in her home surrounded by her family and loved ones on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. She was born on February 28, 1932, in Sandy Hook, Kentucky to the late Johnnie and Ethel (Mays) Reynolds. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles A. Hensley; son, Bruce Alan Hensley;...

Jan 15, 2024

John Thomas O’Bryan, age 80 of Springfield, Ohio passed away January 15, 2024. Born June 8, 1943, to the late H.E. and Margie (Dishman) O’Bryan in Stanley, Daviess County, Kentucky. John was a beloved husband to Paula, father to Michael, and grandfather to Justin and Lauren. He is also survived by his brothers: Don and Charles. John was preceded in...

Jan 13, 2024

Violet Marie Jayjohn, born on May 8, 1947 in Springfield, Ohio, passed away in her home on January 13, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy filled with love, cherished memories, and a zest for life that will forever be remembered.Violet was a beloved wife to Howard Jayjohn and a devoted mother to Wendy Mae Hankel, Priscilla Ann (William) Marrs, and...

Jan 6, 2024

Roberta D. Mulkey, age 81, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2024, in her hometown of Springfield, Ohio. She was born on July 19, 1942, to her loving parents, Mary (Flora) and Richard Johnson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, James Rolph and her second husband, William Mulkey; and her brother, Richard...

Jan 6, 2024

Sandra Kay Post, a caring and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 6, 2024, in Springfield, Ohio. Born on March 16, 1950, in Paintsville, Kentucky, to the late Charles and Pearl (Salyers) Crace.

Sandy is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, John Phillip Post, sons: Robert Darrell (Shelli Renee) Dement Jr., Shawn Eric...

Jan 2, 2024

 

Linda Kay Massie, age 77 passed away January 2, 2024. She was born November 20, 1946 in Springfield, Ohio to the late Frank and Mary (Nawman) Rowell. Linda is survived by her loving husband of over 57 years, Dennis Massie, sons: Bobby (Lori) Massie and Ricky (Mary) Massie, grandchildren; William Massie, Kaylea (Mitchell) Miller, Rebbecca (Talon) Paul, and Brittanee...