OBITUARIES

Jan 21, 2009

Jonathan Richard Gaeke, 24, of Camden, died Wednesday, January 21, 2009. He was born in Kettering on February 7, 1984.Jonathan graduated from Cincinnati Country Day School and attended the American University in Washington D.C. He is survived by his father, Dr. Richard Gaeke; his mother Dr. Mary Ellen Broadstone Gaeke; two brothers, Nicholas (Erin) Gaeke and Brian (Vanessa) Gaeke; his...

Jan 19, 2009

Axel A.W. J. von Busch, 82, of Middletown, died peacefully at home on Monday, January 19, 2009.Born January 23, 1926 in Berlin, Germany, Axel emigrated to the USA in 1954 and moved to Middletown with his family in 1956. He became a U.S. citizen in 1959. Initially he pursued a career in agriculture, then worked as a photoengraver and remained...

Jan 18, 2009

Mary Ellen (Crowe) McIntosh, 69, of Wayne Township, died Sunday, January 18, 2009, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Middletown, on August 28, 1939 to parents Owsley and Margaret (Avery) Crowe.Mary enjoyed being a part of her children's and grandchildren's activities and was a member of Yankee Road Church of God. She is survived...

Jan 17, 2009

Jan 16, 2009

Alleen T. Evans, 93, of Middletown, OH, 45044, died Friday, January 16, 2009, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Nicholasville, Kentucky on August 12, 1915 to parents Clint and Nannie (Tout) Cox. She was co-owner of Duff's Café and retired from there in 1985 after 35 years.Mrs. Evans is survived by her daughter, Faye C. (Kenneth) Norris, four...

Jan 13, 2009

Olena Dennin, 84, of Middletown, died Tuesday, January 13, 2009, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Morgan County, Kentucky on August 5, 1924 to parents John David and Zona (Easterling) Fultz.Mrs. Dennin was a small parts worker for Monsanto, hiring on in 1958. She is survived by her sons, Carl E. (Rosanne) Dennin III and Darcy G. (Carolyn)...

Jan 12, 2009

Vincent DiNardo, 88, of Middletown, died Monday, January 12, 2009, at Liberty of Middletown. Vincent's parents emigrated to the U.S. and he was born in Middletown, Ohio on December 14, 1920. Two years later, in 1922, his family returned to Italy. When World War II began, international relations between the U.S. and Italy were severed. He was forced to serve...

Jan 11, 2009

Frank Cox, 41, of Madison Township, died Sunday, January 11, 2009, at his residence. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida on November 12, 1967 to parents Bill and Barbara (Williamson) Cox.In addition to his parents he is survived by his daughter, Caitlin A. Cox; two sisters, Marianne (Lee) Cooper and Jennifer (Ray) Balcom; one brother, David Cox; an aunt, Linda...

Jan 10, 2009

Everett L. Shaffer, 80, of Franklin, Ohio passed away after a lengthy illness on Saturday January 10, 2009 at Atrium Medical Center.Mr. Shaffer was preceded in death by his parents Webster and Florence (Stoutenborough) Shaffer and his first wife Betty (Rathbun) Shaffer. He is survived by his loving wife Martha, a sister Eleanor (Shaffer) Pauley of Centerville, niece Carol (Roy)...

Jan 7, 2009

Thomas Dwight Murray, 85, died Wednesday, January 7, 2009, at home. An accomplished advertising executive, professional writer, amateur photographer and private pilot, Murray was born in Middletown on May 1, 1923 to Charles H. and Rose N. Murray. He is survived by his brother, Robert Murray; four children, Cynthia Abramson, Susan Guthrie, David Murray and Piper Murray; and five grandchildren....

Jan 6, 2009

Roseann Willis, 55, of Middletown, died Tuesday, January 6, 2009, at home. She was born in Follansbee, West Virginia on October 24, 1953.Roseann was the Director of Housekeeping for Liberty Retirement Community, formerly Willow Knoll.She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Willis; son, Robert Willis; her mother, Mildred (Baker) Mastroianni; two brothers, James (Vannessa) Young and Lawrence (Tammy) Young; sister,...

Jan 6, 2009

Mary Nell Griffin, 95, daughter of W.R. and Sarah (Myers) Griffin, passed away peacefully at her cottage in Mt. Pleasant Village on Tuesday, January 6, 2009.Miss Griffin was active and involved in her community until the last six months. Her long, rich, productive life included 38 years at Norwood High School (1938-1976) where she taught Phys. Ed., was a student...

Jan 4, 2009

Andrew "Jay" Guilfoyle, 22, of Charlotte, North Carolina, died Sunday, January 4, 2009. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on May 31, 1986 to parents Scott and Jill (McMann) Guilfoyle.Jay graduated December 20, 2008 from the University of North Carolina, Charlotte with his bachelor's degree in marketing. He was working for TIAA-CREF in Charlotte. Jay enjoyed sports, was a fan...

Jan 3, 2009

Albert V. Nori, 77, of Middletown, died Saturday, January 3, 2009, at Hospice of Dayton. He was born in Wilson, Pennsylvania on February 4, 1931 to parents Emanuel and Mary (Sanutelli) Nori.Mr. Nori was a professional musician, playing trumpet with the Blue Wisp Big Band in Cincinnati for 29 years, and he taught music at Seven Mile School and Fenwick...

Dec 30, 2008

Eleanor Elizabeth (Hamm) McMahon, 96 of Monroe, died Tuesday December 30, 2008 at Mt. Pleasant Retirement Community. She was born June 21, 1912 in Beloit, Wisconsin to parents John and Jennie (Swatek) Hamm.Mrs. McMahon was a nurse and co-owned Hose Flower Shop.Eleanor is survived by a stepdaughter Joanne Brooks and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her...

Dec 29, 2008

Horace "Gene" Perry, 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, December 29, 2008, at his residence. He was born in Middletown, Ohio on May 29, 1931 to parents Clarence and Elsie (Wells) Perry.Gene worked for the City of Long Beach, California as a superintendent of Building Services for 20 years, retiring in 1980. He served his country in the United States...

Dec 24, 2008

William C. Church, 83, of Middletown, died Wednesday, December 24, 2008, at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Ashland, Kentucky on September 25, 1925 to parents William R. and Martha Jane (Borders) Church.Mr. Church served his country in the United States Navy during World War II and was a life member of VFW #3809. He worked for General Electric...

Dec 24, 2008

Rosemary A. Huntsbarger, 84, of Middletown, died Wednesday, December 24, 2008, at Hillspring of Springboro. She was born in Middletown, on November 26, 1924, to parents Orland and Ada (Pierson) Harkrader.Rosemary worked as a realtor for Tony Tenore Inc and was formerly a member of the Middletown Area Board of Realtors. She was a member of Holy Family Parish and...

Dec 20, 2008

Diana L. Lowe 67, of Carlisle, Ohio passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday December 20, 2008 following a brief illness. She was born in Dayton, Ohio an Dec. 14, 1941 to parents David & Frances ( Stachler) Knipfer. She has resided in Carlisle for the last 38 years. She was a beautiful lady not only from the outward...

Dec 19, 2008

Harold L. Gainey, 82, of West Carrolton, OH went to be with the Lord on Friday, December 19, 2008, at Hospice of Dayton. He was born in Chester, S. Carolina on December 21, 1925 to parents Fred and Rebecca (James) Gainey. Harold worked for the City of Middletown for many years. He served his country in the United States Air...