Obituaries

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...

Jul 20, 2025

John K. Spicer of South Lebanon, Ohio passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Willard Earl and Helen Kitty Spicer in 1961.

John was the loving father of Willard and Rolin Spicer of South Lebanon, loving brother of Ginger...

Jul 17, 2025

Bobby Duffey of Brown County, Ohio, 91, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025. He was born to the late Carl and Ruth Duffey on May 27, 1934.

Bobby is survived by his five children: Donald (Patty) Duffey of New Carlisle, Ohio, Donna (Rudy) Combs of Ripley, Ohio, Diane Scott of Sardinia, Ohio, Betty Fitzpatrick of...

Jul 14, 2025

Chad W. Williams of Mt. Orab, Ohio passed away July 14, 2025. He was 47. He was born May 2, 1978, to Lois Williams and the late Marvin Williams.

Chad is survived by his children: Jaylee (Julian) Koutros of Mt. Orab, Ohio and Brady Williams of Bethel, Ohio; his grandchild, Ellie Grace Koutros; his brothers:...

Jul 14, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Annette Megie (née Dick), who left the world to be with her maker in Heaven, on Monday, July 14, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on August 18, 1961, to Carmileta Kimbrell of Middletown, Ohio and the late Curtis Dick, Annette was a treasured daughter, beloved wife,...

Jul 11, 2025

Connie Sue (née Maham) Beyer was born at home on October 8, 1954, to the late Joseph C. and Patricia L. “Patty” (née Moon) Maham. She was the eldest of four children. She passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Hospice of Hope in Seaman, Ohio.

On July 29, 1977, she married Darrell J....

Jul 10, 2025

Sally Jane Cooper of Amelia, Ohio passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025. She was 53 years old. Sally was born in Sardinia, Ohio to the late Dale and Betty Louderback in 1972.

Sally was the beloved wife of Dan Cooper for 25 years, loving mother of Maggie and Macie Cooper, and dear sister of...

Jul 2, 2025

Elizabeth Lane Woods of Loveland, Ohio passed away at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. She was born in Kansas City, Missouri to the late Erwin R. and Mary Elizabeth Bretscher in 1943. She was 81 years old.

Elizabeth was the beloved wife of the late John F. “Jack” Woods and...

Jul 2, 2025

Billy W. Wiggins of Milford, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. He was 82 years old. Billy was born to the late Joseph and Evelyn Wiggins in Dozier, Alabama.

Billy was the husband to the love of his life, the late Joann Wiggins; Stubborn, tough, loving dad of Theresa (John) Denoma, the late...