Current Obituaries
Neil Vernon Painter
Jan 19, 2013
Neil Vernon Painter, 68, of Monroe, went peacefully to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Saturday, January 19, 2013, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. He was born in Lima, Ohio on September 22, 1944 to parents Raymond Elias and Leona (Aufderhaar) Painter.Neil was a devout and inspiring Christian and was active in the Vineyard Community Church in Franklin,...
Ida Liska
Jan 17, 2013
Ida Mae (Poundstone) Liska was born on December 15, 1927 in Osborne, Ohio. She passed away at home January 17, 2013. Mom grew up in Springfield, Ohio & lived there until she married in 1947. She & Dad moved to Middletown in 1953. Mom was a quiet little lady who loved her family first & foremost. She had many hobbies...
Dorcas J. Litherland Weidner
Jan 17, 2013
Dorcas J. Litherland Weidner, 91, of Monroe, formerly of Cincinnati & Somerville, Ohio died Thursday, January 17, 2013, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Holstein, Nebraska on February 4, 1921 to parents Herschel and Joy Belle (Wilson) Litherland.Mrs. Weidner began her teaching career in elementary education in VanWert and Fostoria, Ohio and later taught vocal music for 20...
Joann Bruggeman
Jan 16, 2013
JoAnn Bruggeman, 81, of Middletown, died Wednesday, January 16, 2013, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Mishawaka, Indiana on March 22, 1931 to parents Milo and Florine (Belding) Kirkpatrick.JoAnn worked as a secretary for Dr. Jack Rolfes. She was a member of Holy Family Parish - Holy Trinity Church where she served as a Eucharistic...
Michael Ray Kowanick
Jan 10, 2013
Michael Ray Kowanick, 24, of Monroe, died Thursday, January 10, 2013, at home. He was born in Middletown on March 13, 1988 to parents John and Marla (Retherford) Kowanick.Michael graduated from Monroe High School in 2006 and currently worked for Domino's Pizza in West Chester. In addition to his parents Michael is survived by his grandmother, Agnes Retherford; aunts &...
Phyllis A. 'Noni' Furlow
Jan 8, 2013
At 2:56 AM on Tuesday, January 8th, Phyllis Ann Furlow (better known at Noni) joined her grandson, Corby Cope and her baby brother, Danny Hellard at the Lord's table.She is survived by her daughters, Sherry Salvatore, Maggie & Jeff Foley and Julie Furlow; grandchildren, SPC Dani Salvatore, Shelly Salvatore, Tyler Plumbo, Morgan Plumbo and Jordan Cope; great grandson, Carter Velde;...
David L. 'Fred' Jones
Jan 8, 2013
David L. "Fred" Jones, 63, formerly of Middletown, died Tuesday, January 8, 2013. He was born in Middletown on September 24, 1949 to parents Russell R. Jones and Charlotte (Myers) Byrnes.Fred worked as a carpenter / contractor and was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #501. Mr. Jones is survived by his son, Nicholas Jones; mother, Charlotte...
Pearl A. Billman
Jan 5, 2013
Pearl A. Billman, 97, of Middletown, died Saturday, January 5, 2013, at Mt. Pleasant Retirement Village. She was born in Middletown, Ohio on September 16, 1915 to parents William and Mary (Straub) Jacobs.Mrs. Billman is survived by her son, Robert Berry and 9 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 13 great-great grandchildren. Pearl was preceded in death by her parents, son,...
John C. Patrick
Jan 4, 2013
John C. Patrick, 91, of Franklin, died Friday, January 4, 2013, at home. He was born in Lee City, Kentucky on January 3, 1922 to parents Vaughn H. and Volla C. (Rose) Patrick.Mr. Patrick worked at Armco Steel for thirty years and after he retired was the owner of Franklin Printing Company. Mr. Patrick is survived by his wife, Rita...
Darlene Turner-Smith
Jan 4, 2013
Darlene Turner-Smith, 64, of Camden, died Friday, January 4, 2013, at her home. She was born in Middletown on October 17, 1948 to parents Joe and Gertrude (Mobley) Turner.Darlene worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Middletown Regional Hospital and DaVita Dialysis Center in Monroe. Mrs. Smith is survived by her husband, Al Smith; children, Laurale Holcomb, Joseph (Dawn) Conrad,...
William Mckinley Housh Jr
Jan 4, 2013
William McKinley Housh, Jr., 88, of Monroe, died on January 4, 2013, at his residence. He was born in Maysville, Kentucky on April 18, 1924 to parents William McKinley and Elizabeth (Downing) Housh, Sr.. William served his country as an officer and a pilot in the United States Air Force.Mr. Housh was the owner of Housh Heating & Air Conditioning,...
Betty J. Bruck
Jan 4, 2013
Betty J. Bruck, 95, died Friday, January 4, 2013, at Doverwood Village. She is survived by her brother, Charles (Darlene) Watts. She was preceded in death by her husband, Otto Bruck and son Michael Bruck. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, Jan 15, 2013 at 2:00 pm at Butler County Memorial Park Chapel. Funeral Home: Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding 3805 Roosevelt Blvd. Middletown, OH...
Paul Edward "Ed" Beier
Jan 3, 2013
Paul Edward "Ed" Beier, age 65, passed away January 3, 2013, at his residence. He was born in Middletown, on July 19, 1947 to parents Paul and Lucile (Murphy) Beier, and was a lifelong Middletown resident. He attended St. Mary's Grade School and graduated from Fenwick High School in 1965. Ed attained the rank of Eagle Scout under the leadership...
Ruth E Howland
Jan 2, 2013
Ruth E Howland, 88, of Monroe, died Wednesday, January 2, 2013, at her daughter's home. She was born in Miltonville, Ohio on May 25, 1924 to parents John and Nettie (Randall) Dietz.Ruth worked as a secretary with Middletown City Schools for 36 years, retiring in 1981. She was a member of Amanda United Methodist Church where she was a member...
Barbara L Spears
Jan 1, 2013
Barbara L. Spears, 86, of Middletown, died Tuesday, January 1, 2013, at her home. She was born in Middletown on September 4, 1926 to parents John and Edna (Rohrmiller) Adrion.Barbara was a personnel manager for Montgomery Wards for 17 years and attended St. Mary's Catholic Church in Franklin, OH.Barbara served on many committees and organizations throughout her life in charitable...
Raymond J Kidwell
Dec 28, 2012
Raymond J Kidwell, age 56, passed into the arms of the Lord Monday evening, December 24, 2012, at his home at Montgomery Developmental Center Huber Heights, Ohio. He was the son of the late Raymond and Mary (Bendle) Kidwell.In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brother Robert James and sister Judith Ann, maternal and paternal...
Ada J Durham
Dec 27, 2012
Ada J. Durham, 93, of Jackson, Tennessee, died Thursday, December 27, 2012, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Illinois on January 18, 1919 to parents Eugene and Molly (Bingham) Poynter.Ada worked as a psychiatric aide at the Dayton State Hospital. She was a member of Browns United Methodist Church in Jackson, Tennessee. Mrs. Durham is...
Barb Marshall
Dec 26, 2012
Barb Marshall, 85, of Lebanon, died Wednesday, December 26, 2012, at home. She was born in Franklin on September 24, 1927 to parents Samuel O. and Agnes B (Parlette) Murray.Barb was a cafeteria worker for Edgewood School System, retiring in 1992. Mrs. Marshall is survived by her grandchildren, Amanda (Eric) Hicks, Ashley (Derek) Anderson, Michael (Vanessa) Marshall, Porshia Marshall, Alex...
Vergil Grant Hawkins Jr.
Dec 25, 2012
Vergil Grant Hawkins, Jr, 92, of Middletown, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December 25, 2012. He was born in Middletown on March 6, 1920 to parents Vergil Grant and Anna (Jones) Hawkins.Mr. Hawkins is survived by his wife of 71 years, Margaret (Gill); special sons, Jack (Carol) & Kevin (Sherry); 5 precious grandchildren and 10 precious...
Pauline Derek Jackson
Dec 25, 2012
Pauline Derek Jackson, 80, of Middletown, Ohio went to be with our Lord on Christmas evening after a wonderful day of celebration with her family. Pauline was born on February 21, 1932 in Latrobe, PA to John and Catherine Derek. She was raised in Latrobe, PA along with her 2 brothers and 7 sisters. In 1954, she married the love...
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