Current Obituaries
Ruth E. Kleine
Jan 7, 2014
Ruth E. Kleine, 85, of Monroe, died Tuesday, January 7, 2014, at West Chester Hospital. She was born in St. Louis, Missouri on September 30, 1928 to parents Oliver and Edna (Carpenter) Kloepper.Ruth was the office manager for LoMar Manufacturing for 40 years, retiring in 2007. She was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church for 60 years....
Alene M. Key
Jan 6, 2014
Alene Mae Key "Big Al", 80, of Middletown, born in Tacoma, WA., departed for her journey into Heaven on January 6, 2014, at Springhills of Middletown. Alene was a elementary teacher, high school counselor, college administrator and dean of girls during her 34 years in education. During her service she earned many awards and designations. She had earned 2 masters...

David Timothy Farkas
Jan 4, 2014
David "Timmy-Tac" Farkas, 71, of Middletown, died Saturday, January 4, 2014. He was born June 13, 1942 to parents John and Mary (Kaufman) Farkas.He was a Welder for AK Steel, worked on the Grandpa Gang for Light Up Middletown, enjoyed deer hunting and fishing. Mr. Farkas is survived by his wife, Beth Bennington; daughters, Karen (Bob) Carroll, Kristi Shetter; grandchildren,...
Linda S. Guido
Jan 4, 2014
Linda S. Guido, 66, of Monroe, died Saturday, January 4, 2014, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Middletown on April 12, 1947.Linda worked as a PBX Operator for Middletown Regional Hospital, retiring in 2002. Mrs. Guido is survived by her husband, Jerry D. Guido; sons, Jeff D. Guido & Brett A. (Michele) Guido; daughters, SuAnne (Eddie) Farkas &...
Jeanne V. Pendery
Jan 2, 2014
Jeanne Vandergrift Anderson Pendery, 93, of Monroe, died Thursday, January 2, 2014, at Mt. Pleasant Retirement Village. She was born in Wabash, Indiana on April 28, 1920 to parents Clarence and Dollas (Johnson) Vandegrift.Jeanne worked for the Office of the Cincinnati Presbytery for 10 years retiring in 1979 and was a member of P.E.O. Sorority Mrs. Pendery is survived by...
Mary R. Singhoffer
Jan 1, 2014
Mary R. Singhoffer, 92, of Middletown, died Wednesday, January 1, 2014, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Yellow Springs, Ohio on November 1, 1921 to parents Paul and Clare Marie (Heider) Pitstick.Mary was a member of Holy Family Parish - Holy Trinity Church where she sang with the choir until after her 90th birthday. She...

Roslyn C. Zollett
Jan 1, 2014
Roslyn C. Zollett, of Lauderhill, FL, died Friday, January 31, 2014, at the Florida Medical Center. She was born in New York, New York. Mrs. Zollett lived in Florida for 25 years. She was a member of Temple Beth Shalom when she lived in Middletown and she was a hospice volunteer in Florida. Mrs. Zollett is survived by her two...
Maybel I. Lawson
Dec 31, 2013
Maybel I. Lawson, 92, of Middletown, died Tuesday, December 31, 2013, at Hospice of Dayton. She was born in Kentucky on November 7, 1921, the oldest of 8 children to parents Stephen and Pearlie (Proffit) Shepherd.Maybel worked as a secretary for Middletown City Schools for 29 years. In 1958, her husband founded the Community Church in Hamilton. They ran the...
Bobbie R. Barker
Dec 31, 2013
Bobbie R. Barker, age 79, of Middletown, passed away on December 31, 2013 in Tampa, FL. She went to heaven to be with all her loved ones. She was born in Hardin County, TN on June 8, 1934; to parents Dewey and Beulah Luttrell. She was a housewife, homemaker and a strong Christian. Bobbie enjoyed the last few years living...
Marcella C. Hume
Dec 30, 2013
Marcella C. Hume left her earthly life on Dec. 30, 2013, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. Daughter of Anthony and Anna Lewing, she was born in Middletown on May 18, 1921. Her 92 years were filled with love for and from her family and friends. Marcella grew up on Woodlawn Avenue and attended St. John's School, receiving her...
Jack D. Abner
Dec 29, 2013
Jack D. Abner, 75, of Middletown, died Sunday, December 29, 2013. He suffered a heart attack while attending the Bengals game, something he enjoyed doing very much. He was born April 23, 1938 to parents Preston and Thelma (Henderson) Abner.Jack was in Industrial Sales beginning with Diamond International and ended his career as President / CEO with Shearer Bauer Packaging...

Frances S. Folsom
Dec 29, 2013
Frances S. Folsom, 86, of Monroe, died Sunday, December 29, 2013, at her residence. Ms. Folsom is survived by her sons, Todd H. (Pam) Folsom & Kirk (Janette) Folsom; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her son, Thomas Scott Folsom; parents; and sister, Peg Cummans. Private services will be held at the convenience of the...
Opal Powers
Dec 26, 2013
Opal Powers, 74, of Trenton, died Thursday, December 26, 2013, at LifeCare Hospitals of Dayton. She was born in Wolfe County, Kentucky on April 8, 1939 to parents Clyde and Martha (Centers) Spencer.Opal was a member of the Truth Tabernacle Apostolic Pentecostal Church. Ms. Powers is survived by her children, Patricia (James) Johnson, Robert (Sharon) Sproul, Charles Sproul & Lisa...
Larry D. Carr
Dec 23, 2013
Larry D. Carr, 66, of Middletown, died Monday, December 23, 2013, at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Middletown on March 30, 1947. Larry worked in the cold strip roll shop at Armco / AK Steel Corporation for 37 years, retiring in 2004. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose #501, Fraternal Order of Orioles #193...
Gene Cox
Dec 23, 2013
Gene Cox, 63, of Franklin Township, died Monday, December 23, 2013, at his residence. He was born in Middletown on January 28, 1950 to parents Holly and Dorothy (Metzcar) Cox.Gene had worked as a millwright with Local 1066. Mr. Cox is survived by his wife, Teresa (Johnson) Cox; children, Gena Cox, Jessica Cox & Matthew Cox; sisters, Shirley Duff, Charma...
Charlotte A. Byrnes
Dec 22, 2013
Charlotte A. Byrnes, 82 of Franklin, died on Sunday Dec. 22, 2013. She was born in Middletown on April 11, 1931 to parents John and Corene (Knorr) Myers.Mrs. Byrnes is survived by three daughters; Sandy (Russ) Willis, Cydney Sue Jones, Trish (Ray) Roberts, six grandchildren: Robin (Josh) Kolb, Rob Willis, Anthony Roberts, Nick (Destiny) Jones, Jennifer Roberts & Michael Roberts....
James S. Webb Sr.
Dec 22, 2013
James S. Webb, Sr., 67, of Middletown, died Sunday, December 22, 2013, at Bethesda Arrow Springs. He was born in Mobile, Alabama on December 15, 1946 to parents Mozell Patrick and Audrey (Palode) Webb.James had worked at PCA and was associate pastor at Lebanon Church of God.Mr. Webb is survived by his children, Rodney Webb, Valerie (Richard) Augustian, Leah Webb,...
Dale Draut
Dec 22, 2013
Dale Draut, 76, of Monroe, died Sunday, December 22, 2013, at his residence. He was born in Middletown on August 26, 1937 to parents Harold and Effie (Williams) Draut.Dale worked in the offices of Armco / AK Steel retiring in 1991. He played with the Armco Golf League, Armco Softball League & Armco Bowling League. He was a softball coach,...

Homer Fultz
Dec 19, 2013
Homer A. Fultz, 79, of Middletown, died Thursday, December 19, 2013, at Otterbein of Middletown. He was born in Elliott County, Kentucky on December 28, 1933 to parents Alex and Corda (Blair) Fultz.Homer worked as a bonding specialist for Aeronca Inc. for over 40 years, retiring in 1995. He served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean...
Megan A. Halderman
Dec 18, 2013
Terry & Dianne Halderman were blessed to be the parents of Megan Halderman, and her father Terry, at the time of her death on December 18, 2013, walked her to the hands of God. Megan was born in Dayton on July 14, 1986. She was an avid animal lover.In addition to her parents, Megan is survived by her sisters, Bethany...