Current Obituaries

Juanita D. Walker
Jul 23, 2014
Juanita D. Walker, 61, of Middletown, died Wednesday, July 23, 2014, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Huntington, West Virginia on January 30, 1953 to parents Hershel and Betty (Harvey) Smith.Juanita worked as a cashier for Kroger for 17 years, retiring in 2002. Ms. Walker is survived by her sons, Scott (Donelle) Walker, Stephen (Amy) Walker; sister, Ellen...
Patricia L. Easterling
Jul 21, 2014
Born in Middletown, Ohio, May 18th, 1924, to Richard A. and Susie Easterling. Passed away July 21, 2014. Patricia attended South Elementary and graduated Middletown High School "Class of 1942". Patricia then went to work for Armco Steel for approximately 18 months before enlisting in the United States Coast Guard and trained in Palm Beach, Florida, becoming a member of...
Roger David South, Jr.
Jul 20, 2014
Roger David South, Jr died peacefully at the age of 57 surrounded by family and friends on July 20, 2014 after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Middletown, OH on January 9, 1957 to Roger and Barbara (Piedel) South. David graduated from Bishop Fenwick High School in 1975 and joined the Middletown fire department at the...
Ruth E. (Scheibert) Anderson
Jul 19, 2014
Ruth E. (Scheibert) Anderson, 71, of Trenton, Ohio died Saturday, July 19, 2014, at Heritage Nursing & Rehab in Leesburg, Virginia. She was born in Middletown, Ohio on October 17, 1942 to parents Elmer and Marguerite (Paulin) Scheibert.Mrs. Anderson is survived by her daughter, Christina (Thomas) Tuck; son, Trevor Anderson; brother, Charles (Norma) Scheibert; sister, Betty (Robert) Proeschel; granddaughters, Casie...
Myrtie "Jane" Lewis
Jul 17, 2014
Myrtie "Jane" Lewis, 91, of Middletown, died Thursday, July 17, 2014, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Morgan County, Kentucky on September 2, 1922 to parents Curtis and Rosella (Cox) Howard.Jane worked in food service at the Manchester Inn for 20 years and was the head of the salad department. She took great pride in planning for large...
Robert S. Catron
Jul 16, 2014
Robert S. "Bob" Catron, 51, of Middletown, died Wednesday, July 16, 2014, at his residence. He was born in Campton, Kentucky on December 3, 1962 to parents Robert S. and June (Tyra) Catron.Bob worked as a press operator at Akers Packaging for 30 years. Mr. Catron is survived by his wife, Joanne (Antenucci) Catron; beloved dogs, Dakota, Duckie & Maxwell;...
Beth A. Pottorf
Jul 15, 2014
Beth A. Pottorf, 48, of Trenton, died Tuesday, July 15, 2014, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Dayton on January 10, 1966 to parents Richard and Shirley (Taylor) Pottorf.Beth was active with Goodwill and also with Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Miss Pottorf is survived by her sister, Glenna (Bob) Setters; brothers, Richard (Tammy) Pottorf Jr. &...
Doris Carty
Jul 14, 2014
Doris Carty, 85, of Middletown, died Sunday, July 13, 2014, at her home. She was born in Corbin, Kentucky on October 6, 1928 to parents Charles Fairbanks and Mary Ellen (Black) Helton.Doris worked for many years at the Water Refining Company. Mrs. Carty is survived by her daughter, Jackie (Mike) Acra; brother, Douglas (Jeanie) Helton; sisters, Carolyn (Burt) Smith, Janice...
Joadie Carberry
Jul 12, 2014
Joadie Carberry, 58, of Middletown, died Saturday, July 12, 2014, at her residence. She was born in New York, New York on April 25, 1956 to parents William and Mary June (Murddock) Voorhees.Joadie was devoted to her family and had a passion for music. Mrs. Carberry is survived by her husband, David Carberry; daughters, Kelly (Zachary) Roberts, Candice (Gregg Miller)...

Janet Louise Cloyd
Jul 11, 2014
Janet Louise Cloyd, 74, of Monroe, went to be with her Savior on Friday, July 11, 2014. Janet was born on July 27, 1939, the first child of Beulah "Boots" and Gaylord "Buzz" Reese. She was a wonderful homemaker and a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt & grandmother; a great listener & friend to many. Mrs. Cloyd is survived by...
Randall C. Sizemore
Jul 10, 2014
Randall C. (Randy) Sizemore, 56, of Middletown, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 10, 2014, at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 10, 1957 to parents William and Lornia (Hubbard) Sizemore.Randy served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was a firefighter for the City of Middletown for 25 years...
Edward W. Reardon
Jul 3, 2014
Edward was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 5, 1928 to Walter and Elizabeth Reardon. He died very peacefully at his home in Middletown, Ohio in the arms of his family, on July 3, 2014.He was preceded in death by his parents and by his brothers, G. Joseph Reardon and H. Richard Reardon, and a sister, Kay Bourne.He is survived...
Mary "Mickey" Dobrozsi
Jun 30, 2014
Mary Magdalene "Mickey" Dobrozsi, 88, of Middletown, died Monday, June 30, 2014. She was born in St. Patricks, Ohio on April 12, 1926 to parents Louis and Anna (Hoying) Raterman.Mary worked as a registered nurse at Middletown Regional Hospital for 30 years and was a supervisor on Main B, retiring in 1984. She was a devoted member of Holy Family...
Alexander Joseph Praete
Jun 29, 2014
Alexander Joseph "Alex" Praete, 87, of Middletown, died Sunday, June 29, 2014, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. He was born in New Rochelle, New York on September 21, 1926 to parents Joseph and Elivira Chico (DiCola) Praete.Alex worked as Director of Operations of Franchise Units for Cassano Enterprises, retiring in 1988 after 20 years with the company. He...
Joseph E. Minor
Jun 27, 2014
Joseph E. Minor, 81, of Monroe, died Friday, June 27, 2014, at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Middletown, on September 14, 1932 to parents Richard Morris and Marguerite (Leight) Minor SR.Mr. Minor was a manager for First Financial Bank for 42 years and served in The United States Navy. Joe was a 4th generation member of Christ United...

Ruby L. Wilson
Jun 25, 2014
Ruby L. Wilson, 89, of Middletown, died Wednesday, June 25, 2014, at Mt. Pleasant Retirement Village. She was born in Bethany, Ohio on May 30, 1925 to parents Elmer and Laura (Reece) Edwards.Ruby was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ and was an avid Cincinnati Reds fan. Mrs. Wilson is survived by her daughters, Nancy Hancock &...
Richard R. Barker
Jun 25, 2014
Richard R. Barker, 58, of Trenton, died Wednesday, June 25, 2014, at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Middletown on September 9, 1955 to parents Robert Earl and Lucille (Martin) Barker.Richard worked as a corrections officer for the State of Ohio, retiring in 2004. He served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam. Mr. Barker is survived...
Mallon "Cook" Puckett
Jun 21, 2014
Mallon E. "Cook" Puckett, 65, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 21, 2014. He is a native Middletonian. He was preceded in death by his parents Hubert & Bertie Ann (Deaton) Puckett. He is survived by one daughter, Abbi Stafford; two sons, Brant Puckett & Jarred (Esselman) Puckett; three granddaughters; three sisters, Ladema Terrell, Valentina Fields & Catrina Tapp; two...
James "Ron" Daniel
Jun 21, 2014
James R. "Ron" Daniel, 75, of Middletown, died Saturday, June 21, 2014, at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Middletown on January 2, 1939.Ron worked as an officer for the Middletown Police Department for 27 years, retiring in 1989. He served his country in the United States Navy and was active with Boy Scouts of America and Volksmarching. Mr....
Judge Anthony G. Valen
Jun 17, 2014
The Honorable Anthony Valen, Retired 12th District Court of Appeals Judge, 82 of Middletown passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2014. Judge Valen met his wife Carol (Clore) Valen at the University of Cincinnati and they were married in 1961. Judge Valen was born and raised in Middletown, Ohio by Gus and Irene Valen who immigrated from Crete, Greece...