Obituaries

Aug 30, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Janet Hawkins Jones, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Janet’s life was a beautiful reflection of love, creativity, and devotion.

Janet and her twin brother Jim were born on July 17th, 1934, in Bridgeport, Connecticut. They joined their siblings Jack, Bob and Lou Ann. The family...

Aug 24, 2025

Carol Ann Feld (Wind) passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025, at the age of 84. She had been quietly battling Alzheimer’s for several years. She was passionately devoted to her family, loved being a mom and grandmother. She had an infectious laugh and playful sense of humor.

She was born and raised in Clifton,...

Aug 22, 2025

On August 22, 2025, our lives were forever changed with the tragic passing of our beautiful son Jonathan Bailey Geers, as the result of a traffic accident. There is no collection of words that could properly express the depth of our sorrow nor do justice to the warmth and radiance of his soul. Bailey to most and Jon to...

Aug 21, 2025

Claire Jean Larson (“Jean”) of Milford, Ohio passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the age of 94. She was born in Brooklyn, New York to the late Clarence R. and Cecelia L. Griffith in 1930.

Jean was the beloved wife of 70 years to the late Melvin “Mel” E. Larson; loving mom of...

Aug 15, 2025

Jackie Colston of Felicity, Ohio passed away on August 15, 2025, at the age of 68. She was born to the late Earl and Helen Mofford on February 9, 1957.

She is survived by her children: Billy Colston of Whitley City, Tennessee, Adam Colston of Felicity, Ohio, Kenneth Colston of New Vienna, Ohio, Melisia Simpson...

Aug 14, 2025

Sherri L. Fessler of Williamsburg, Ohio passed away at home on Thursday, August 14, 2025. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to Henry and Shirley Lung.

Sherri was the loving mom of: Penny (Dale) Lawson, Tammy (Mark) Overstreet, Doug (Tina) Moore, Scott (Krystle Ireton) Moore, and Richard Fessler, Jr., proud Grandma of: Justin, Jake, Brittany,...

Aug 13, 2025

Curlene I. E. (née Collins) Smith passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born in 1931 to the late Curran N. and Lillian L. Collins in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Curlene was the beloved wife to the late Tommy J. Smith; dedicated...

Aug 9, 2025

Marian Long of Williamsburg, Ohio passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the age of 80. She was born on November 24, 1944, to the late Melford and Eva Marie Lee.

Marian is survived by her husband of 54 years, Robert Long of Williamsburg, Ohio; her children: Paula (Greg) Crank of Batavia, Ohio, Lynette...

Aug 7, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Malotke, 78, passed away on August 7, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of the late Robert and Ruth Ingeman, devoted wife of the late Gerald Malotke, loving mother of Jonathan (Hing) Malotke and Christopher (Jenn) Malotke, treasured grandmother of Brianna (Chris) & Lisa.

Mary started her career as an engineer for Proctor...

Aug 6, 2025

Pat Kennedy Stegbauer Roy, beloved mother, grandmother, nurse, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 90. Born at home on West Hollister Street in Cincinnati, Ohio, Pat lived a life marked by resilience, deep family and friend connections, joyful moments, and a love of games. Her strong and enduring spirit was shaped by those around...

Aug 6, 2025

Pamela J. Norton, 63, of Milford, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and friends.

Born on December 14, 1961, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Pam lived a life defined by hard work, generosity, and a deep love for those around her. For 42 years, she dedicated herself to...

Aug 5, 2025

Roger Owen Stafford, age 88, a resident of Terrace Park Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on August 5th, 2025. Born in Keokuk, Iowa to Charlotte and Dr. Herbert Stafford Jr., he is survived by his beloved wife, Frances, sons, Alex (Michelle), Neil (Heather), sister, Phoebe Papaeliou, niece, Inge Papaeliou, claimed daughter Carmen...

Aug 2, 2025

Robert L. “Bob” Spry Sr. of Blue Ash, Ohio passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at the age of 74. He was born to the late Melvin and Mildred Spry on May 21, 1951.

Bob is survived by his children: Robert “Lee” Spry Jr. and Eric Spry; his grandchildren: Michael Spry and Jackson Spry;...

Jul 31, 2025

Vanessa Ann (née Montgomery) Murphy, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend and future grandma, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Vanessa was a beautiful light in this world, known for her strength, kindness, faith, and the love she poured into everyone around her. She was the glue...

Jul 31, 2025

Mabel Ruth Barnes entered into eternal rest on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 72. She was born on August 9, 1952, to Howard and Helen (née Mallott) Barnes of Caldwell, Ohio.

Ruth was a 1971 graduate of Caldwell High School (Noble County). She was a member of the Crum Ridge Church of...

Jul 31, 2025

Calvin “Cal” F. Long Jr., of Mariemont, Ohio passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to Calvin F. and Janet H. Long Sr.

Cal was the much-loved husband of Patty L. (née Kelley) Long, loving father of Melanie (Andy) Head and Adam Long, proud...

Jul 28, 2025

Sharon Sue Preston, 66, ended her earthly journey July 28, 2025, at Kettering Health Washington Township. She was born February 20, 1959, to Donald and Dolores Warlaumont of Five Mile. Sharon was a graduate of Western Brown High School, Chatfield College and Wilmington College. Of all the jobs she had before retiring, she was most proud of her years...

Jul 26, 2025

Rob Woodstock of Cincinnati, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the age of 68. He was born on June 12, 1957, to the late Archer and T.J. Woodstock.

Rob is survived by his wife of 28 years, Kelly Woodstock of Cincinnati, Ohio; his children: Jennifer (Matt) McCorstin of...

Jul 25, 2025

Teddie Hacker of Hamersville, Ohio passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born to the late James and Laura Clements on August 9, 1945.

Teddie is survived by her daughter: Leslie Lovell of Hamersville, Ohio; her grandchildren: Scott (Corrie) Lovell of Hamersville, Ohio, Amber Lovell of Cincinnati, Ohio, Michael...

Jul 25, 2025

Parthenia “Jean” Gordon of Milford, OH passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Warren and Violet Lake in 1944.

Jean was the loving, caring mother of: Melissa Combs of Red fox, KY, Jolene (Jim) Kendall of Midland, TX, Rae Lewis of Cincinnati, OH, and Rhonda Lewis...