Obituaries

Nov 10, 2023

James Francis Meyer, age 86, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 10, 2023, at Bethesda North Hospital in Cincinnati, surrounded with much love and his family. Jim was born on June 28, 1937, to Raymond and Madeline Meyer (nee Muenchen). He was a graduate of Purcell High School, attended Xavier University and graduated from University of Cincinnati College Conservatory...

Nov 10, 2023

Laura Winkler (nee Prior) age 86, passed away on November 10, 2023.

Laura grew up in Ludlow Kentucky, she attended University of Kentucky and graduated with a Bachelors of Broadcasting. She worked in broadcasting for the local radio station WLW for many years.

Laura is preceded in death by her husband Robert F. Winkler and...

Nov 9, 2023

Clyde Elliott, husband of the late Karen Elliott, devoted father of Allison Baker, Jeffrey Elliott, the late Tracy Diane Elliott, Mark Wright, Todd Wright and Tracy Dunaway, loving grandfather of Sara (Mark) Mahon, Kyle Baker, the late Christopher Baker, Megan (Casey Molloy) Baker, Matthew Wright, Kaylee Wright, Michelle (Calin) Cantrell, Christina (Alex) Obermeyer, Alisa (Ben) Houser, Maria Wright, Alex...

Nov 9, 2023

FAHRNBACH Carol Jean, preceded in death by her loving husband, Louis, loving mother of Mark (Trish) and daughter Wendy (Stuart) Lambing. Affectionate grandmother of Nathaniel and Katie (Caitlyn) Lambing, “adopted mom/grandmother” of Lew Rita, Mary, Rose, Philip, Treva, McCoy, Rachell, Riley, Carol, Robin, and Peter. Loved by hundreds in the Milford area, “Grandma Carol” was the Milford...

Nov 5, 2023

Marcella M. Thomayer (nee Blice), passed November 5, 2023 due to complications stemming from a brain aneurysm suffered on March 13, 2021. Beloved wife of Paul Thomayer Sr. Loving mother of Raymond K. Thomayer and Paul (Nikki) A. Thomayer II. Grandmother of Gage, Gracen, Gavin, Jade, Christian, Mason and Cameron. Preceded in death by parents Raymond and Helen and...

Nov 5, 2023

Carolyn MaeDene Schmurr was born on December 5, 1946, to the late Gilbert and Elva (nee Whitaker) Norton. Beloved wife of 60 years to Edgar A. Schmurr; Loving mother of Maggie (Wayne) Gilbert, John (Melody) Schmurr Sr., Ed (Shona) Schmurr, Julie (Tim) White, and Christa Pendelton. Cherished grandmother of Beth, Brandon, Taylor, Payton, Jessica, Jacob, Emily, Cierra, and Justin....

Nov 4, 2023

Robert “Joe” Kruthaup, age 63, passed away at his home on November 4, 2023.

Joe was born on July 19, 1960 to Robert and Ruth Kruthaup in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Joe was a truck driver for many years and enjoyed his life on the road, even though he enjoyed driving his truck he would have rather...

Nov 3, 2023

Donald Franklin Nice Sr. beloved husband of the late Bonnie Nice (nee Burns); loving father of Donald (Ruby) Nice Jr. the (late Scott) (Michelle) Nice, Mitch (Lisa) Nice and Kimberly (late Geoffrey) Lockwood; Cherished grandfather of Ashley (Steven) Gulden, Katie (Derrick) Foland, Joshua Nice, Alex (James) Moore, Gered Lockwood, Cory Lockwood, John and Lucianna Nice; Great Grandfather of Calvin...

Oct 31, 2023

John Charles Williamson, age 62, passed away on October 31, 2023.

John was born to Robert and Mary Williamson in Philadelphia, PA on December 29, 1960.

John is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Teresa Williamson, beloved sons Michael (Katie) Williamson and Curtis (Cathryn) Williamson, granddaughter Rosemary, siblings Robert...

Oct 31, 2023

John Lewis Neu, 89, passed October 31, 2023. Beloved husband of Sarah Elaine Neu. Loving father of Terry Lewis (June) Neu , Jeffery Alan (Denise) Neu and John Michael (Pam) Neu. Also 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Eleanor K. Lemon. Preceded in death by wife Marlene Malone Neu and parents John H. Neu Jr. and Helen...

Oct 30, 2023

On October 30, 2023, Russell Len Riffle passed away at the young age of 53.

Russell was a devoted, loving husband and father. His family and friends were of the upmost importance. Russell was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his son, brothers and friends. He served for many years on council...

Oct 30, 2023

WARF, JEARLENE "JERI" - Beloved wife of 53 years to the late William R. Warf; Devoted mother of Tim (Angel) Warf; Loving grandmother of Abbi (Connor Meranda) Warf, and Morgan (Jake) Neeley; Great grandmother of Kade, Raelynn, Kylo, and the late Kyah; Dear sister of the late Jim Dalton, and the late Mearlene Thacker; Jeri passed away Monday October...

Oct 30, 2023

YOUNG, RAYMOND - Beloved husband of 61 years to the late Norma Marie Young; Devoted father of Norma (the late Junior) Cunningham, Billy (Lisa) Young, Dennis (Michelle) Young, Steve (Kim) Young, Mary (Mike) Thornton, and Raymond Michael Young; Grandfather of 16 grandchildren / 13 spouses; 33 great-grandchildren; 3 great great-grandchildren; Brother of the late Henry, Elmer, Lee, Lloyd, Carl,...

Oct 30, 2023

Russell “Harlan” Rawlins was born on July 11, 1951, to the late Donald and Pearl (nee Stevens) Rawlins. Beloved husband and companion of over 50 years to Thelma Rawlins (nee Woods); Loving father of Russell (Jennifer) Rawlins, Kristine (Chris) Coorey, and Dawn Ronewicz; Cherished grandpa of Justin, Eric, Julianne, Dylan, Noah, and Carly. Great-grandfather to Harlyn, Liam, Aiden, and...

Oct 28, 2023

Martha Haas Metzger born May 26, 1936 to the late Lucy and Dewey Haas. She was preceded in death by two beloved sons Michael and Danny Popp, her loving husband Edward Metzger and siblings Emma, Connie, Lawrence, Joe, Charlie and Richard.

She is survived by two granddaughters and several great, great, great grandchildren. Also survived...

Oct 28, 2023

Zachary Daniel Schmidt, beloved husband of Larissa Craddock Schmidt, caring step-father of Hayden, dear brother of Josh (Nancy) Schmidt and Jason (Ariel) Schmidt, loving uncle of Bennett, Everett, Gabby and Alex, son of the late Randy Schmidt and the late Lori Wendell Schmidt. Zachary is also survived by his four legged child, Duke. He passed away on October 28,...

Oct 26, 2023

Sue Ellen Bellissemo (nee Cole), beloved wife of 57 years to the late Frank J. Bellissemo, devoted mother of Dan (Crissie) Bellissemo, Tricia (Joe) Cusma, Heather (Corey) Ward, Nick (Josie) Bellissemo and Scott Bellissemo, loving grandmother of Kelli (Andrew), Ellen (Mark), Dominic, Paige, Sierra, Spencer, Jack, Joey, Max, Nick, Grace, Bella, Lily, Drew and Charlie, great-grandmother of Henry and...

Oct 26, 2023

Lori Ann Patton, age 60, passed October 26th 2023 after her courageous battle with cancer. The daughter of Betty Bechtol, Donald Geiger and Larry Bechtol. Beloved wife to Jerry Patton of 33 years and the most loving mother to Jared Johnson and Hannah Patton. Lori cherished her role as “Yaya” to Parker, Lennon and Camden. She was a dear...

Oct 26, 2023

Smith, Marie(nee Schmid) Age 95 of Owensville, Ohio Went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday October 26, 2023. She was born June 1, 1928, in Owensville, Ohio to Herman and Lucile (nee Cross) Schmid and preceeded in death by her brother Herman J Schmid. On June 1, 1946, Marie married the love of her life,...

Oct 24, 2023

Kimberly Susan Schlomer (ne: Smyth)

Lost her Courageous 9.5 year Battle with Advanced Melanoma and went to be with our Lord on October 24. Kim was married to Barry Schlomer on April 24, 1999, and shared 24 years together, along with their loving dalmatians, Flash, Pongo and Zeke. Born August 15, 1965, to Ruth Ann Smyth and...