Obituaries

Obituaries

Barry Reich

Barry Reich

Nov 3, 2023

Barry Philip Reich (1945-2023)

Barry Philip Reich of Yellow Springs, Ohio, died surrounded by his wife, all of his children, and many family and friends in Springfield, Ohio on Friday, November 3rd, 2023. Born to Malcolm and Dorothy Reich of Urbana, Ohio in 1945, Barry spent much of his childhood helping at their family business, The Boston Store, located in...

Loretta Hurst

Loretta Hurst

Nov 3, 2023

Emma Hurst, “Loretta” 75, of Portland, Tennessee, passed on November 3, 2023 at Skyline Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. She was born January 9,1948 in Springfield, Ohio. She was preceded by her parents, Betty (Slayton) Swyers & James Ralph Swyers; sisters, Christine & Cindy Swyers; brothers, Floyd “Jack”, Jimmy & George; and her daughter, Tina Keefer. She is survived by her...

Richard Pern Blauvelt

Richard Pern Blauvelt

Nov 2, 2023

 

Richard Pern Blauvelt, age 87 of Springfield, Ohio passed away November 2, 2023 in Yellow Springs, Ohio. He was born March 5, 1936 in Springfield, Ohio, son of the late Karl and H. Estylene (Rafferty) Blauvelt. Richard is survived by his sons, Michael Blauvelt and William (Jennifer) Blauvelt, daughter-in-law, Heather, grandchildren, Michael, Paige, Jonah, Dawson, Landen, and Reese, great-grandchildren,...

Derrick L. Davis

Derrick L. Davis

Oct 29, 2023

Derrick L. Davis, a beloved father, son, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2023, in Dayton, Ohio. He was born on October 2, 1969, in Springfield, Ohio. Derrick will always be remembered for his vibrant personality, sense of humor, and unwavering devotion to his family.Derrick's journey began with his education at Springfield South High, class of 1988. He...

George P. Wegner

George P. Wegner

Oct 28, 2023

 

George P. Wegner, a loving and adventurous soul with a green thumb, has sadly passed away on October 28, 2023, in Dayton, Ohio. He was born on September 25, 1937, son of the late Paul K. and Mary E. (Poffenberger) Wegner. George was a third-generation member of the Wegner Farms, where they proudly cultivated produce and vegetables known as...

Robert P. Douglas Jr.

Robert P. Douglas Jr.

Oct 26, 2023

Robert P. Douglas Jr., age 65 passed away October 26, 2023 in Springfield, Ohio. He is survived by his loving mother, Reva Douglas, children, Robert Douglas III and Jacqueline Douglas, grandchildren, Makayla, Tiana, Journee, and Sophia, brothers, Ronald (Stacy) Douglas and Keith Douglas, nieces, Karly, Kinsey, Katlyn, and Nicole, and nephew, Cory. Robert was preceded in death by his father,...

Jean L. Armstrong

Jean L. Armstrong

Oct 24, 2023

Jean Armstrong, age 86 of Cedarville went to be with the Lord on Tuesday October 24, 2023. She died peacefully in her sleep while with her family. Jean was born on December 13, 1936 in Elkhart, Indiana to Carl and Hilma (Johnson) Porritt. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Terrence Armstrong. She is survived by her brother David...

Joy Ann Krouse

Joy Ann Krouse

Oct 22, 2023

Joy Ann (Ropp) Krouse, age 87 of Springfield, Ohio passed away October 22, 2023. She was born March 18, 1936 in Champaign County, Ohio. Joy is survived by her loving children, Robert (Julie) Raines, Doug (Joyce) Raines, Eric (Wendy) Raines, and Sandy (John) Willars, grandchildren, Josh (Mary Catherine), Nathan (Amber), Brianna (Chris), Zach (Michaela), Caleb (Morgan), Halle (Ben), and Michael...

Gail Edward Frock

Gail Edward Frock

Oct 18, 2023

FROCK, Gail age 87 of St. Paris, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at his home.  Gail was born on December 30, 1935 to the late David and Sylvia (Mercer) Frock in Springfield, Ohio.  In addition to his parents, Gail was preceded in death by his son, Larry Frock and his brothers: Dave Frock, Ralph Frock, Ernie...

Ellen Mae Spahr

Ellen Mae Spahr

Oct 12, 2023

Ellen Mae (Fields) Spahr, 98, of Springfield, passed away on October 12, 2023, after many years of declining health. She was born March 30, 1925 in Greene County, Ohio, and was the daughter of the late William and Maggie (McHenry) Fields. Ellen attended Selma High School, Selma, Ohio, where she played basketball and was Valedictorian of her Senior Class. She...

Jonathan Tyler Hill

Jonathan Tyler Hill

Oct 9, 2023

Jonathan Tyler Hill, age 48, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on October 9, 2023 in South Charleston, Ohio. Born on June 1, 1975, in Leominster, Massachusetts, Jonathan was adored by all who knew him.Jonathan spent the last 12 years of his life working at Starbucks in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. His warm and friendly nature made him a cherished...

Charles William Koeller

Charles William Koeller

Oct 8, 2023

KOELLER, Charles W., age 85, of Yellow Springs, Ohio, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Sunday, October 8, 2023. He was born on April 7, 1938 in Frederick, Ohio to the late Earl and Goldie (Arnett) Koeller. In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 49 years, Carol Koeller; sons, Tim...

Marilynn Birch

Marilynn Birch

Oct 7, 2023

BIRCH, Marilynn age 102 of Yellow Springs, Ohio passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Friends Care Center.  She was born on March 19, 1921 in Xenia, Ohio to the late Ernest D. and Oma M. (Earley) Beatty.  In addition to her parents, Marilynn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack Birch; sisters: Eloise Walker and...

Kathy Sue Henderson

Kathy Sue Henderson

Oct 6, 2023

HENDERSON, Kathy Sue age 70 of Springfield, Ohio passed away at Springfield Regional Medical Center on Friday, October 6, 2023. She was born on April 5, 1953 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of Elwood and Joan Lacey.  In addition to her parents, Kathy was preceded in death by her brother, Rick Lacey.  She leaves behind her children: Jason Howell, Jamie...

Michael Allen Vaughn

Michael Allen Vaughn

Oct 6, 2023

VAUGHN, Michael Allen age 66 of South Charleston, Ohio passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023 surrounded by his family at Springfield Regional Medical Center.  He was born on October 23, 1956 in Springfield, Ohio to the late Ray and Remona (Lanier) Vaughn.  In addition to his parents, Mike was preceded in death by his brother, Don Vaughn; and mother-in-law,...

Marian C. Thomas

Marian C. Thomas

Oct 3, 2023

Marian C. Thomas, passed away peacefully in her home in Springfield, Ohio on October 3, 2023. She was born on August 31, 1933, in Austell, Georgia to William H. Calhoun and Pauline J. Calhoun. Marian's warm and nurturing nature filled the lives of those around her with love and compassion.

In addition to her parents, Marian was preceded in death...

Robert E. Straight

Robert E. Straight

Oct 3, 2023

STRAIGHT, Robert E. "Bobby" age 80, of Springfield passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at Villa Springfield.  Bobby was one of seven children born to the late Raymond and Frieda (Morrow) Straight  on July 27, 1943 in Springfield, Ohio.  He was employed by Vining Broom Company, Young's Dairy and Sweet Manufacturing Company; Bobby retired from TAC (The Abilities...

Dorothy Irene Rittenhouse

Dorothy Irene Rittenhouse

Sep 30, 2023

Dorothy Irene (Brumfield) Rittenhouse, 72, of Springfield, Ohio passed away surrounded by family after battling cancer. Dorothy was born November 24, 1950 in Norfolk Virginia. The oldest child of Donald Eugene Brumfield and Pauline Faye (Andrus) Brumfield. Dorothy grew up in Washington, Florida, and California as her family moved for her father’s Navy service. The family returned to Springfield in...

Pauletta Gay Evans

Pauletta Gay Evans

Sep 26, 2023

 

Pauletta Gay Evans, 83 of Jamestown, Ohio passed away peacefully on September 26th surrounded by her family in her home.  She was born October 16, 1939 to Owen and Lessie (Hatfield) Moses.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her great grandson, Mason Cordell and great granddaughter, Shay Redding.   Pauletta is survived by her...

Kenneth Montgomery

Kenneth Montgomery

Sep 26, 2023

 

Kenneth Montgomery, age 73 of Springfield, Ohio passed away September 26, 2023. He was born June 19, 1950 in Springfield, Ohio to the late Claude and Mary (Helton) Montgomery. Kenneth is survived by his daughter, Melissa Rivers, step-daughter, Tina (Tommy) Sample, 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and sisters, Loretta (Richard) Johnson and Joann Martin of Naples, Florida. He was preceded...

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