Obituaries

May 13, 2024

BRAUN, MARJORIE MAE (nee BERNARD)- Beloved wife of 64 years to Jerome L. Braun; Devoted mother of Steve (Mayu) Braun, Mike (LoRanee) Braun, Patti Braun, Jenny (Brian) White; Loving grandma to Alisa, Hannah, Ian, Jacob, Andrew, Nic, and Kei; Dear sister of Robert (Sue) Bernard; Dorothy (the late Don) Nieset, Helen (the late Bill) Shackelford, and Charles (Cindy) Bernard;...

May 13, 2024

Mary Gladys (Newcomer) Tomb peacefully went on her final journey, home to her Lord, on May 13, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born October 20, 1933, in Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania to Howard Emmons and Mary Gladys (Collier) Newcomer. She met Alvin Myles Tomb at Penn State, and they married June 8, 1957. During their marriage they raised their...

May 13, 2024

Thomas Jay Metze, 74, passed away May 13, 2024. Beloved husband of Sandra Lee Metze (nee Lewis). Loving father of Leslie (Bill) Mager, Sara Fedorchak and Scott (Amber) Metze. Grandfather of Zach, Leanne, Emily, Ian, Logan, Owen, Evelyn, Hunter and Isabelle. Great grandfather of Jamison, Nolan, Henry, Ari and Reece. Preceded in death by parents Edward and Marie Metze,...

May 11, 2024

Robert Joseph Lambert, 93, passed Saturday May 11, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Chessie Kutiuk Lambert. Preceded in death by parents John and Loretta Lambert and siblings Loretta Lambert, Richard (Laverne) Lambert, Jack (Mary Lou) Lambert, Phyllis Lambert, Bernard Lambert and Maryanne (Hal) Lavinsky. Survived by sister-in-law "Genie" Lambert.

Family will be receiving friends Thursday May...

May 11, 2024

Stephen James Russell

Steve Russell was born on November 22, 1949, in Covington, KY, to the late Charles E. and Jane (nee Osterman) Russell.

Steve is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Barbara (nee Hatke) Russell; Loving father of Charles (Stephanie) Russell; Cherished grandfather of Logan and Sonja Russell;...

May 11, 2024

In Loving Memory of Dale Johnston Handley, Sr.

Dale Johnston Handley, Sr. has left this world at the age of 78. His kindness and stories live on through the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Let us celebrate his life and honor his service.

A Life Well Lived

Dale's...

May 10, 2024

Sharon Fay Johnson was born on June 7, 1950. She was the beloved daughter of Gladys Sumpter Johnson and Robert Belvin Johnson. She was the only daughter with five brothers, Terry (Holly) , Larry (Phyllis), Dennis, Mike and Gary. She attended Anderson High School until she graduated from Moler Beauty School. She spent her life as a beautician in...

May 9, 2024

Patricia Kincaid Fix

1933-2024

Patricia Kincaid Fix, age 90 of Batavia, OH passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 9, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Patty was born May 27, 1933, to Robert E. and Cappie Kincaid at their home in Middletown, OH. She married her dear husband Joseph in...

May 8, 2024

Karen Elaine Bush, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and Registered Nurse with a 42-year legacy of compassionate care, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024, in Loveland, Ohio, surrounded by her family. Born on February 11, 1962, in Covington, Kentucky, to parents William and Patricia (Grant) Whitton, Karen was a vibrant soul full of warmth and kindness.

May 7, 2024

LONGANO, DANIEL J. - Devoted father of Danielle (Keith) Lyons, and Clay Moore; Loving grandfather of Arley Poeppelman; Significant other of Cathy Lampkin; Caring brother of Nick (Carolyn) Longano and Tom (Cindi) Longano; Uncle of Jennifer Longano, Amy Camden, Kim Longano, Paul Longano, and Margo Bowling;

Dan was an aviation enthusiast, who loved anything that...

May 6, 2024

On Monday, May 6, 2024Marlene (Loudermilk)Wardlow of Union Township, loving wife and mother, passed away surrounded by family and friends at the age of 70.

Marlene was born October 10, 1953, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Marvin and Opal (Perkins) Loudermilk. She worked at Kellogg's in the later portion of her career where she retired.

May 6, 2024

Dorothy Welch, of Peebles, OH, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on November 1, 1937, Dorothy spent her days immersed in the simple joys of life. She found solace in her beloved garden, where she lovingly tended to her flowers and plants. An avid treasure hunter, Dorothy always looked forward to the...

May 3, 2024

TOADVINE, PATRICIA LOUISE (nee Hickey) - Beloved wife of Samuel Larry Toadvine; Devoted mother of the late Tony Toadvine, the late Steven Toadvine, Bryan Toadvine, and Shawn (Molly Buckler Toadvine); Loving grandmother of Anthony, Brandon, Sam, Noah, Abigail, Gabrielle, Tia,Tati and Ellie; Great grandmother of Theo, Peytan, Kinleigh, Blakely and Greyson; Dear daughter of the late William Wilder Hickey...

Apr 30, 2024

MUNNINGHOFF, LINDA L. (nee Caudill) -Beloved wife of the late Clement William Munninghoff; Devoted mother of Brenda ( Brian) Bruns, Edward Munninghoff, and Connie (Joe) Elmore; Loving grandmother of Michael (Brittany) Bruns, Christian (Emily) Bruns, Daniel (Sara) Bruns, the late Jenna Munninghoff, Dylan (Marissa) Elmore, Noah (Adriana) Elmore, Pierce (Brandi) Elmore, and Annelise Elmore; Great grandmother of Robin Bruns,...

Apr 30, 2024

Larry McFeeters, 75, passed April 30, 2024. Beloved husband of Janet C. McFeeters (nee Hunt). Cherished son of Irene J. McFeeters (nee Boyer) and the late Harold McFeeters. Dear brother of Jerry (Judith) McFeeters, Terry McFeeters and Garry McFeeters. Stepfather of the late Michael (Joyce) Belperio, their children Daniel and Bella. Amy (Benjamin) Indino, their children Elora, Aris, Keaton,...

Apr 30, 2024

TARVIN, JEFFREY ALLEN - Beloved husband of 48 years of Vickie L. Tarvin (nee Ditchen); Devoted father of Valerie Louise (Michael) Robinson, and the late David Richardson; Loving grandfather and "Best Buddy" of Nathanael Jeffrey Wilhelm; Dear son of the late Charles F. Tarvin "Buck" and Evelyn Tarvin (nee Kennedy); Brother of Susan Meeker; Survived by a host of...

Apr 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carolitta Whisonant, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the community.

Carolitta was born on August 6, 1939, in Cincinnati, OH, to the late Edward and Edna (nee Keeble) Lammers. Devoted wife to the late Arthur Whisonant; Loving mother of Bob (Linda) Ross...

Apr 25, 2024

In loving memory of Jenette Baker, a cherished soul who touched the lives of many, was born on January 6, 1946, in Hazard, Kentucky. Jenette passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024.

Throughout her life, Jenette was known for her unwavering devotion to her family, a trait that defined her essence. She found immense joy...

Apr 22, 2024

Leah R. Evans (nee Burnam) departed this life of 81 years on Monday April 22nd to enter life everlasting. Her husband of 50 years Frank C. Evans along with a host of family and friends welcomed her.

She leaves behind a legacy of strength, wisdom, love of family and love of Jesus with her daughters,...

Apr 21, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Thomas Anthony Hackman, a beloved husband, father, teacher, and devout Catholic. Born on March 22, 1938, in Cincinnati, OH, Thomas peacefully departed from this world on April 21, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Tom began his faith journey in the 8th grade as a novitiate at...