Current Obituaries
Patricia A. Wildermuth
Feb 6, 2024
Patricia Ann "Pat" Wildermuth, 78, formerly of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Middletown on March 3, 1945 to parents, Lee W. and Marie J. (Hinegardner) Wildermuth, both of whom preceded her in death.Pat graduated from Carlisle High School in 1963, where she had been an award winning baton twirler...
Lillian E. Parsley
Feb 1, 2024
Lillian E. Parsley, 81, of Middletown, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Wisconsin on September 3, 1942. Lillian had worked as a cashier for Meijer, retiring after 20 years with the company. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening and watching movies. Lillian is survived by her husband,...
Mary Elizabeth Donisi
Jan 29, 2024
Mary Elizabeth Donisi, 76, of Trenton, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024 at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Cincinnati on June 3, 1947, one of four girls to parents, William and Margaret Frances (Gleason) Dowling.Mary earned her Master's Degree and had a fulfilling 45 year career as an accountant, working for AK Steel and Contech Engineered Solutions....
Barbara J. Tabor
Jan 29, 2024
Barbara J. Tabor, 78, of Franklin Township, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024 at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on March 22, 1945 to parents, Charles and Margaret Lucille (Gilley Hedgepath.Barbara had worked as a cashier for Pence's Supermarket. She always had a zest for life and...
Maverick Hayes Oakes
Jan 28, 2024
Maverick Hayes Oakes, son of Brennen & Taylor Oakes, of Trenton, went to Heaven and became one of God's little angels on Sunday, January 28, 2024. He was born in Fairfield on November 1, 2022.In addition to his parents, Maverick is survived by his big sister, Sawyer Rae Oakes; great grandfather, Ted Whiteman; paternal grandparents, Howard & Carolyn Oakes; maternal...
David Alan Kinder
Jan 22, 2024
David Alan Kinder passed away suddenly on Monday January 22, 2024 at the age of 77. Dave was born on September 25, 1946 in Middletown, Ohio to Jack and Cecelia Kinder. Dave attended Fenwick High School where he loved sports but excelled at basketball. Before graduating in 1965, Dave co-captained the school’s basketball team. Dave went on to attend Bellarmine...
April Joy Helton
Jan 21, 2024
April Joy Helton, 60, of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Batesville, IN on April 16, 1963 to Lundy Ray and Janice Sue (Richmond) Helton, but was raised by Clarence E. and Janice Sue (Richmond) Taylor.April was a graduate of Madison High School where she participated in Volleyball, Track and...
Ronald G. Wood
Jan 16, 2024
Ronald Gordon Wood (aka “Pidge” or “Woody”) passed away on January 16, 2024 at the age of 79. Ron is survived by Mary, his wife of 59 years, his children, Laurie and Scott (Liz), and grandchildren: Tucker, Trent, Tessa, Tate and Tori. He is also survived by many other family members and special friends. He is preceded in death...
John M. Oldfield
Jan 14, 2024
John M. Oldfield, 81, of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky on November 18, 1942 to parents, Curtis and Molly (Crockett) Oldfield.
John graduated from Monroe High School and went on to work as a strand operator for Armco Steel Corporation. John enjoyed spending time outdoors,...
Betty J. Sweet
Jan 14, 2024
Betty J. Sweet, 91, of Franklin, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Middletown on April 3, 1932 to parents, Charles Clay and Pearl Esther (Stamper) Richardson.
Betty enjoyed being outdoors, whether going to garage sales, taking walks or fishing....
Nancy D. Litsakos
Jan 9, 2024
Nancy D. Litsakos, 90, of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Miami Valley Hospital. She was born in Middletown on August 16, 1933 in Middletown to parents, Arthur Clay & Lector Spencer.
Nancy dedicated her time to making a loving home for her family. She had a knack for making everyone feel welcome. Nancy had a...
Richard K. Weaver Sr.
Jan 8, 2024
Richard K. Weaver Sr., 83, of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 8, 2024 at his home. He was born in Washingtonville, Ohio on March 15, 1940 to parents, Edwin and Catherine (Gower) Weaver, both of whom preceded him in death.
Richard proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp. He then had a long career...
Sandra Rae Faulkner
Jan 4, 2024
Sandra Rae (Pitts) Faulkner’s journey in this life ended on January 4, 2024. Sandy was born on June 1, 1944 in Frenchburg, Kentucky to Ray and Mary (Williams) Pitts.
Sandy moved to Middletown, Ohio with her family in 1950 and is a 1963 graduate from Lemon-Monroe High School. In 1966, Sandy graduated from the University of Louisville’s Dental Hygienist...
Louis Christy
Jan 4, 2024
Louis Christy, 87, of Middletown died on January 4, 2024 with his wife by his side.
A longtime resident and community leader, Lou was a member of Middletown Rotary for decades, serving in several leadership roles including president of the Rotary Foundation. He was still an active volunteer at Middletown Atrium, with his final shift just last week in...
Martha Jane Young
Jan 3, 2024
Martha J. "Marty" Young, 91, formerly of Middletown, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Stoney Ridge Senior Living in Miamisburg, Ohio. She was born in Preble County, Ohio on January 18, 1932, to parents, Russel and Fern (House) Horn.
As a proud graduate of Miami University, Marty’s love of children was seen throughout her brief but rewarding...
Donna J. Lange
Jan 2, 2024
Donna J. Lange, 93, of Trenton, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Hawthorn Glen Senior Living Campus. She was born in Piqua, Ohio on December 26, 1930, one of 14 children to parents, Archie and Ruth (Pickering) Berry.
Donna retired from the general offices of Armco/AK Steel after 15 years of service. She enjoyed line dancing and...
Claire L. Ansberry
Dec 30, 2023
Claire L. Ansberry, 89, of Trenton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at her home. She was born in North Vernon, Indiana on November 2, 1934 to her parents, Homer & Loretta (Miller) Ogden.
Claire had worked as a 4th grade teacher in the Edgewood City Schools for 17 years where she enjoyed spending time with her students....
Constance A. "Connie" Clevenger
Dec 29, 2023
Constance A. “Connie” Clevenger, 82, passed away at her residence on Friday, December 29, 2023. She was born on December 21, 1941 in Middletown to John Louis & Mary Elizabeth (Shyers) Neu.
Connie received her Master’s Degree in Nursing and worked as a Nurse for over 40 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother,...
L. Bruce Barnes, DDS
Dec 28, 2023
Bruce Barnes, 93, Monroe, passed away peacefully in his sleep December 28, 2023. His devoted wife of 70 years, Neila, and daughter were with him in the end. A long-time resident of Middletown, Bruce and his wife moved to Mt. Pleasant Retirement Community in 2012.
Born March 12, 1930 in Columbus, Ohio, Bruce grew up and attended public schools....
Mary Kathleen Menninger
Dec 27, 2023
Mary Kathleen “Kate, Kathy” (Cameron) Menninger, age 81, of Trenton, Ohio entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ohio’s Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 (the Feast of St. John the Evangelist in the Octave of Christmas) well-fortified by her lifelong deep, abiding Catholic faith. Born October 23, 1942 to Francis and Mary Cameron of...