Current Obituaries
Elizabeth Seibert
Dec 13, 2025
Elizabeth "Betsy" Seibert, 69, of Cincinnati, died on December 13, 2025 at Hospice of Cincinnati. She was born on November 22, 1956 in Middletown, OH to Rudolph and Wilma (Toth) Bukosky.
Betsy was a flight attendant for Eastern Airlines.
Betsy is survived by her sister, Anita (Richard) Scheibert; sister, Marilyn Warmoth Kowalczyk; brother, Richard (Patricia) Bukosky; nieces, Gloria, Marianne, and Alissa Scheibert...
Helen “Betty” E. Pyles
Dec 7, 2025
Helen “Betty” Elizabeth Reider Pyles, 85, of Boca Raton, Florida, formerly of Middletown and Troy, Ohio passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving daughters. She faced a long journey with dementia with grace and courage. She was born on November 15. 1940 in Middletown, Ohio to Gilbert and Dorothy (Kramer) Reider.
Betty grew up in Middletown, Ohio...
Margaret H. Butler
Jan 4, 2026
Margaret Helen Butler, age 79, of Middletown, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Margaret was born in Toledo, Ohio, on August 3, 1946, to the late George and Helen M. (Steinhurst) Toth.
Margaret dedicated 34 years of service to Ohio Bell/AT&T, working her way up to the role of design engineer before retiring in 2001....
Kathleen L. Hackett
Dec 31, 2025
Kathleen L. "Kay" Hackett, of Cincinnati, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. She was born in Hudson, Michigan on November 15, 1947 to parents Lawrence and Joyce (Frost) Hackett.
Kay graduated from Bishop Fenwick High School in 1965, received her bachelor's degree in education from Edgecliff College in 1969 and later, earned a master's degree in education...
David Scott Triick
Dec 31, 2025
David S. "Scotty" Triick, 61, of Middletown, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Miami Valley Hospital.
Scotty was a life-long resident of Middletown, being born here on March 27, 1964 and graduating from Middletown High School. He earned his Associates degree and went on to work as a safety engineer for Sherwin Williams. Scotty was an avid "buckeyes" fan...
Judith A. Curtis
Dec 13, 2025
Judith (Sabo) Curtis went to her heavenly home on December 13, 2025. She was born in Middletown on June 4, 1939 to parents, Bernard "Bundy" and Inez (Manning) Sabo.
Judy was a life-long resident of Middletown, attending Jefferson and Central grade schools then McKinley Jr. High, where she played clarinet in the band and orchestra. She graduated from Middletown High School...
Paul J. South
Jan 3, 2026
Paul J. South, 67, of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at his residence. He was born in Middletown on June 8, 1958, to parents, Roger D. and Barbara (Piedel) South.
Paul worked as a clamp truck operator for Akers Packaging, retiring in 2024 after 46 years with the company. He was a big sports fan and greatly...
Menta Jo Griffin
Dec 27, 2025
Menta Jo Griffin, born May 6, 1943 in Breathitt County, Kentucky, one of 12 children born to parents, Noah & Jesse (Keith) Turner. She loved to sing gospel music and served in this ministry for many years. She spent most of her career as a caregiver and was exceptional in her profession. Her favorite hobby was gardening and her flowers...
Harold Gossett Hawkins
Dec 21, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our family’s patriarch, Harold “Gossett” Hawkins. Gossett passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on December 21, 2025, at the age of 90.
Gossett was born in Fleming County, Kentucky, and spent his younger years enjoying the beauty and simplicity of the rolling hills of the Bluegrass State. He met...
Larry W. Herron, Sr.
Dec 20, 2025
Larry W. Herron, Sr., 80, of Trenton, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. He was born in Kingsport, Tennessee on July 31, 1945, one of four boys born to parents, Pence and Beulah (Clasby) Herron.
Larry had worked as a melter for Armco Steel Corp/ AK Steel. He served his country in...
Marjorie J. Pennington
Dec 18, 2025
Marjorie "Jolene" Pennington, 95, of Wayne Township, died on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at her residence. She was born on January 30, 1930 to Andrew and Grace Mosier of Towanda, Kansas.
Jo had a love for life and learning all trades. She was a strong and independent person loving her family, animals, crafts and cooking.
Mrs. Pennington is survived by her children,...
Alpha Frazier
Dec 13, 2025
Alpha Frazier 81, of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Birchwood of Hamilton. She was born on March 23, 1944 in London, Kentucky to Andrew & Prudie (Wagers) Smith.
Alpha worked in retail sales for Meijer for many years until her retirement.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clarence Jay Frazier; her daughter, Donna Wilson;...
Nancy Norma Buffenbarger
Dec 9, 2025
Nancy N. (Newman) Buffenbarger 89, of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Piqua, Ohio on May 2, 1936 to parents, Lowell and Hilda Irene (Foust) Newman.
Nancy had worked for the Village of Monroe in the late 1960's into the early 1970's. She then turned to jobs...
Archie Timothy "Tiny" Combs
Dec 7, 2025
Archie Timothy "Tiny" Combs, 61, of Middletown, died on Sunday, December 7, 2025. He was born in Dayton on November 4, 1964 to the late, Archie and Judith Arlene (Grushon) Combs.
Tiny is survived by his daughter, Ashley Humphrey; grandchildren, Donovan & Lilly Humphrey; brothers, Doug (Kim) Combs & Jim (Nikki) Combs; and sister, Becky (David) Muelschien.
A Gathering of Family and...
Esther L. Ristaneo
Dec 6, 2025
Esther Lee Ristaneo of Middletown passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at the age of 88 at Ohio’s Hospice of Butler and Warren County. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and a friend to many and will be missed tremendously.
Esther was born in Lewisville, Ohio to parents Roosevelt Nicodemus and Edna Ann (Kuhn) Masciarelli...
Charles F. Wyncoop
Dec 5, 2025
Charles F. Wyncoop, 90, of Monroe, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025 at home, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in McKeesport, PA, on January 24, 1935, to the late George and Elsie (Bailey) Wyncoop.
Charles, also known as Chuck or Ducky, earned his Master’s degree and enjoyed a long, meaningful career as a field service...
Martha A. Dennis
Dec 2, 2025
Martha A. Dennis, 82, of Middletown, died on December 2, 2025. She was born on May 16, 1943 in Middletown, OH to Bocho and Cecilia (Vertich) Elieff.
She taught Dental Assisting at Middletown City Schools.
Martha is survived by her husband, Larry Dennis; son, Michael (Jennifer Spurlock) Dennis; brothers, Matthew Elieff and Anthony Elieff; sister, Barbara (Jim) Degar; and many other loving...
Lawrence Coburn
Nov 29, 2025
Lawrence Coburn, 80, of Middletown, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Jeffersonville, Kentucky on February 25, 1945, one of three boys born to parents, Lester and Ruby (Johnson) Coburn.
Lawrence had a fulfilling career as a miter-mason for 45 years and retired as a Labor Foreman. He always found great joy in...
Stephen J. Eutsler
Nov 28, 2025
Stephen John Eutsler of Miamisburg, Ohio, passed away on November 28th at his residence.
He was born on January 7, 1975, in Middletown, Ohio. Stephen attended Middletown High School and graduated with the class of 1994.
Stephen was an avid outdoors enthusiast, finding joy in camping, hiking, and fishing. He participated in Boy Scouts as a kid, and received the highest rank...
William Jensen
Nov 26, 2025
William D. "Bill" Jensen, 80, of Middletown, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at Willow Knoll Post Acute & Senior Living. He was born in Middletown on June 28, 1945 to parents, Dorin and Hazel (James) Jensen.
Bill was an avid sports fan, especially the Cincinnati Redlegs. He was always ready to "beat the odds" playing the lottery and going...
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