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Dorothy M. Taylor

Dorothy M. Taylor

Feb 28, 2023

Dorothy M. Taylor, 78, of Trenton, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. She was born in Hamilton on January 10, 1945 to parents, Charles C. and Aletha L. (Lemmons) Loman.

Dorothy had worked as an investor with Edward Jones Investments and then for Valhalla Investment Group.

Dorothy loved her family and will be greatly missed...

Raymond "Zack" Eluhow Jr.

Raymond "Zack" Eluhow Jr.

Feb 28, 2023

Raymond "Zack" Eluhow, Jr. 68, of Madison Twp., died on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. He was born on December 8,1954, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France to Raymond and Genovaite (Miuleraite) Eluhow.

Ray was a 30-year Lt. Reserve Police Commander for the Washington DC Police Department.

Ray is survived by his extended family Brian (Stacy) Sebald, Scott...

Suzanne R. Sibcy

Suzanne R. Sibcy

Feb 28, 2023

Suzanne R. Sibcy, 80, of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Dayton on August 2, 1942 to parents, Forrest and Hilma (Becker) Ferree.

Suzanne graduated from Fenwick High School in 1960. She worked for Harkrader Real Estate as a realtor and insurance agent for 22 years, retiring in...

Arthur William Bidwell Iii

Arthur William Bidwell Iii

Feb 27, 2023

Arthur William Bidwell, III, 70, of Middletown, died on Monday, February 27, 2023 at Christ Hospital. He was born in Flushing, New York on April 7, 1952.

Art had worked as a vice president of marketing in the aluminum industry, retiring in 2015. He served his country in the United States Army Reserves and was a 1974 graduate of Xavier University...

William C. "Bill" Mccabe, Jr.

William C. "Bill" Mccabe, Jr.

Feb 27, 2023

William C. "Bill" McCabe, Jr., 83, of Middletown, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023 at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. He was born in Middletown on July 7, 1939 to parents, William C. Sr. and Mary (Forester) McCabe.

Bill worked as a realtor for Sibcy-Cline. He had served his country in the National Guard. Bill was an accomplished...

Donald Jeffery "Jeff" Vicroy

Donald Jeffery "Jeff" Vicroy

Feb 23, 2023

Donald Jeffery "Jeff" Vicroy, 65, of West Milton, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at IU Health University Hospital. He was born on July 15, 1957 in Dayton, Ohio.

Jeff graduated from Valley View High School, Class of 1975, where he excelled in baseball & basketball. He also played softball and bowling, having bowled a 300 game. He had...

Ruth Anne Lee

Ruth Anne Lee

Feb 19, 2023

Ruth Lee 85, of Monroe, passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at Optimized Senior Living. She was born in Middletown on December 3, 1937 to parents, Clarence and Ruth (Douglas) Brate, both of whom preceded her in death.

Ruth had attended Maple Park Elementary School and graduated from Lemon Monroe High School. She worked as a secretary for General Electric...

Caroline Perkins

Caroline Perkins

Feb 17, 2023

Mary Caroline Perkins, 55, of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 17, 2023 at her home. She was born in Middletown on August 10, 1967.

Caroline had a very caring spirit so her career as a long-term care nurse for more than twenty years was a perfect fit.

She loved her family and will be greatly missed by her daughters, Abigail...

John A. "Johnny" Esselman

John A. "Johnny" Esselman

Feb 17, 2023

John A. “Johnny” Esselman, 85, of Middletown, died on Friday, February 17, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 18, 1937, in Cincinnati to Frank and Ruth (Garner) Esselman.

He worked for Square D as a machine operator. Johnny loved spending time with family, motorcycles and classic cars.

Johnny is survived by his wife, Sandy...

Robert  William "Bobby" Lux, Sr.

Robert William "Bobby" Lux, Sr.

Feb 16, 2023

Robert William “Bobby” Lux Sr. 49, of Middletown, died on Thursday, February 16, 2023. He was born on September 22, 1973, in Dayton, OH to Robert and Joyce (Sorrell) Lux.

He worked for Allied Window Inc, loved working on cars and spending time at car shows, dragstrips and derby’s, but most of all he loved spending time with his children.

Robert is...

Michael P. Hearlihy

Michael P. Hearlihy

Feb 14, 2023

Michael Patrick Hearlihy, 62, of German Township, died on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. He was born in Lakewood, Ohio on March 26, 1960.

Michael graduated from Monroe High School in 1978. His career path was varied, having worked for Butternut Bread, he was also an HVAC installer and most recently worked for the City...

Robert Childers

Robert Childers

Feb 13, 2023

Robert "Bobbie" Childers, age 85 of Middletown, OH passed away Monday , Feb.13 2023. Robert was born in Hazard, KY to the late Carl and Ida Mae (Morris) Childers. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Lisa Wagers; seven brothers, Carl, Philip, Jasper, Paul, James, Elmer, Joseph; and two sisters, Nanny and Cleda Mae. Robert is survived by...

Bonnie J. Hall

Bonnie J. Hall

Feb 12, 2023

Bonnie J. Hall, 83, of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at Spring Hills Middletown. She was born in Grayson, Kentucky on December 16, 1939 to parents, Clifford and Grace (Johnston) Barber.

Bonnie had worked as an IRS clerk in Dayton. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, Wilbur, and going to bluegrass shows. She also enjoyed sewing, quilting and...

Roy Spicer

Roy Spicer

Feb 9, 2023

Roy Spicer, 95+, from Franklin peacefully left this world on February 9, 2023. Roy was born on March 24, 1927 in Georges Branch, Breathitt Co., KY, the sixth of thirteen children born to James and Lizzie (Bellamy) Spicer.

Roy was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Edna Mae (Profitt); parents, James (Lizzie Bellamy) Spicer; his oldest sister, Pearlie (George) Clemons;...

Conrad Carpenter

Conrad Carpenter

Feb 7, 2023

Conrad Carpenter "Connie", passed away on February 7, 2023, at the age of 85. He was born on March 21,1937 in Springfield, Illinois and moved to Hamilton, Ohio at an early age. He attended Liberty Elementary and graduated from Lemon-Monroe High School in 1955. After high school, he worked at Fernald, a nuclear weapons plant, while completing his Bachelor’s degree...

John K. "Jack" Buffenbarger

John K. "Jack" Buffenbarger

Feb 4, 2023

John K. "Jack" Buffenbarger, 93, of Middletown, died on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. He was born in Cincinnati on March 10, 1929 to parents, James F. and Agnes (Kehm) Buffenbarger.

Jack retired from Armco Steel Corporation, having worked as a draftsman and designer in the Metal Products Division and Engineering Department. He was...

Betty Jean Tucker

Betty Jean Tucker

Feb 3, 2023

Betty Jean Tucker 91, of Franklin, went home to be with her Lord and Savior February 3, 2023. She was born March 27, 1931, in Monaca, PA to Charles and Jeanette (Rounds) LaRue.

She worked as an x-ray technician and was a member of Towne Church. Her favorite job was working at the Towne Learning Center. Betty Jean attended Rio Grande...

Joan E. Debrosse

Joan E. Debrosse

Feb 3, 2023

Joan E. DeBrosse, 91, formerly of Middletown, passed away on Friday, February 3, 2023 at St. Leonard CHI Living Communities in Centerville. She was born in Dayton on November 12, 1931 to parents, Aloysius and Stella (Weckesser) Hirsch.

Joan was a woman of strong faith and was a member of Holy Family Parish in Middletown, where she served on the bereavement...

Geraldine M. Graham

Geraldine M. Graham

Feb 2, 2023

Geraldine M. "Gerry" Graham, 86, of Trenton, died on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Majestic Care of Middletown. She was born in Hamilton on September 10, 1936 to parents, Cecil Sr. and Erma (Tigges) Ash.

Gerry had worked as a bookkeeper for Ohio Transmission for over 20 years.

Gerry loved her family and will be greatly missed by her husband of 67...

Karen Conley

Karen Conley

Feb 1, 2023

Karen Conley, 75, of Middletown, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at her home. She was born in Middletown on August 2, 1947 to parents, Albert and Betty (Short) Robinson.

Karen devoted her time to making a loving home for her family. She will be greatly missed by her husband, Ova W. Conley; daughters, Renee Mandzak, Lisa Ann Osile &...

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