Obituaries

May 26, 2024

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Vernon Elwood Waugh on May 26, 2024. Born to Treevie and Minnie (nee Harper) Waugh in Logan, West Virginia on July 8, 1941, Vernon was a beloved and kind soul who touched the lives of many.

Vernon leaves behind his children Fletcher Waugh, Beth Wendel,...

May 26, 2024

Dora Mae Ackley, 82, passed May 26, 2024. Preceded in death by parents Howard and Luella Buchanan Ackley, brothers Lewis and Walt Ackley and nephews Tom and Mike Ackley. Survived by niece Heidi Rutenschroer and husband Mike, nephew Bill Ackley and wife Rhonda, niece in law Cindy Ackley, great niece Sarah Watson and husband Scott, great nephew Clay and...

May 25, 2024

LEWIS, BEVERLY DIANE (nee ISON) - Beloved wife of 59.5 years to Phillip Lewis; Devoted mother of Phillip Lewis Jr., Mark (Mary) Lewis, Dennis Lewis, and Jennifer Lewis; Loving grandmother of Killian Jones, Chloe Lewis, and Tyler (Jessie) Carnes; Great grandmother of Theodore Carnes, Georgie Carnes, and Elsie Carnes; Dear sister of George (Sue) Ison; Niece of Maxine Adams;...

May 25, 2024

Gregory "Gus" Dean Thompson died on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at his home, two days before his 75th birthday. He was born on May 27, 1949 at Our Lady of Mercy Hospital in Mariemont, Ohio. He and his older brother, Michael, were raised in Blanchester by their mother, Mary Elizabeth (nee Sams) and her husband Lionel "Bones" Fitzgerald.

May 25, 2024

DOOLOUKAS, MARION B. (nee MANESS) - Beloved wife of the late Paul Dooloukas; Devoted mother of John (Mary Lee) Dooloukas, Peggy (Ron) Gribbins, Philip (Beth) Dooloukas, David Dooloukas, Donna Bolton, Tina (Rod) Brusman, Paula (Mel) Campbell, Jeff Dooloukas, and Ida (Rick) Holtzclaw; Loving grandmother of 22 and many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; Dear sister of Joe (Pat)...

May 24, 2024

John Williams Rugh died in a car crash on Friday, May 24, 2024. He was 38 years old. John was passionate about life and devoted to his family and friends. John had an infectious smile, and made you feel special and valued. John was the kind of friend you could call at any time of day for help or...

May 24, 2024

JOHNSON, ANGELA MARIE (nee PUJIA) - Beloved wife of the late Paul Johnson; Devoted mother of Joe (Autumn) Brodbeck; Loving mamaw of Catherine Brodbeck, Jordan Partin, Kaylee Brodbeck, and Colton Brodbeck; Dear sister of Frank Pujia and John Pujia.

Angela loved raising and showing her Samoyed show dogs. She loved family get togethers, where she...

May 22, 2024

Betty Ruth Craig, a dedicated registered nurse, peacefully passed away on May 22, 2024, at the age of 92. She was born on December 14, 1931, in Ohio to Grace and Henry Meinshatt. Betty's life was marked by compassion, dedication, and service to others. Her legacy as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother will...

May 22, 2024

Claude McHenry of Loveland, OH, known for his quiet and easy-going nature, will be deeply missed by his loved ones as he passed away due to natural causes on May 22, 2024. Born on November 3, 1956, Claude was a cherished individual whose genuine love for his nieces and nephews was evident to all who knew him.

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May 22, 2024

In loving memory of Larry Elbert Mason, a cherished husband, devoted father, doting grandfather, and beloved brother. Larry was born on December 29, 1944, in Covington, Kentucky, and peacefully passed away on May 22, 2024, at his home in Milford, Ohio.

Throughout his life, Larry found joy in his work, relishing the routine and challenges...

May 21, 2024

Terrence L. Schulte

8-20-53 to 5-21-24

A wonderful man left our world on May 21, 2024. Terry (as described by his many friends) possessed many qualities they all admired. He was most of all kind, consistently kind, and yet also described as funny, smart, humble, loyal, and honest. Several claimed him as "my...

May 21, 2024

William Louis Gastineau, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, a proud Army veteran, has passed away at the age of 95 on May 21, 2024. Born in Francesville, Indiana on February 16, 1929, William was a man of simple pleasures and unwavering faith.

William had a deep love for Jesus, which...

May 20, 2024

Robert Ralph Gustin

Robert "Bob" R. Gustin was born on July 2, 1942, in Adams County, Ohio, to the late Charles R. and Audrey (nee Puckett) Gustin.

Bob was the beloved husband of 50 years to the late Judith A. (nee Hopkins) Gustin; Loving father of Tony (Danielle) Gustin and David...

May 20, 2024

CARPENTER, BARBARA JOANNE (nee HENDERSON) - Beloved wife of the late Ken Carpenter; Devoted mother of Tammy Voeks, Tim (Terri) Tarvin, and Tina Oneill; Loving grandmother of Amber Landry, Brandon (Jennifer) Anderson, Caitlynn (Josh) Chisholm, Wade Sours IV, Courtney Voeks, Tara (Matt) Wesley, Amanda (Eric) Holden, Toria (Dan) Lynch, Tony Oneill, Justin Oneill, and Jesse Oneill; Great grandmother of...

May 18, 2024

Janice Mae Fite, age 86, passed from this world into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 18, 2024.

Janice was born in Pulaski County, Kentucky, to parents Vestal and Nannie Sears, on November 26, 1937. She often reflected fondly on her early years in rural Kentucky, growing up with her...

May 18, 2024

MILLER, GERTRUDE (nee BERK) - Devoted mother of Steven (Elizabeth "Biz") Goldman and Jean Susan Colvin; Loving grandmother of Annelise Colvin and the late Amy Back; Great grandmother of Ivan Back; Dear sister of Bonnie (Arnold) Blecher and Sheldon (Elaine) Berk; Aunt to Missy (Wade) Balser, Liz Frangos, Geoffrey Blecher, and Timothy Berk; Gert will be missed by many...

May 16, 2024

James Eugene Klaus Sr.

James "Jim" E. Klaus Sr. was born on December 9, 1950, in Cincinnati, OH to the late Eugene P. and Betty (nee Toomey) Klaus.

Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years Susan Mary (nee Walsh) Klaus; Loving father of James Eugene Klaus Jr. (Suzette...

May 16, 2024

William "Billy, B" Applegate, 29, of Milford, Ohio, passed away on May 16, 2024. He was born on March 3, 1995 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Pamela (nee) Hacker and William Applegate Sr.

Cherished son of Pamela (Hacker) and William Applegate Sr., Billy was expecting his first child filling his heart with joyful anticipation. He is...

May 14, 2024

Georgia Marie Fisher. Born July 25, 1922 to Leola Alberta and Otis Lee Kincheloe. Married Roger Wesley Fisher January 30, 1945. She loved the Lord and her family and friends. She passed away on May 14, 2024 at the age of 101. Preceded to Heaven by Roger in October 2009 and their son James (Jim) Fisher in July 2023....

May 14, 2024

Virgil Lee Jackson, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on May 14, 2024, at his home in Loveland, Ohio. Born on March 26, 1930, in Flat Lick, Kentucky, Virgil was a good Christian who deeply loved the Lord and cherished his family above all else. Virgil proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War....