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Iva A Ratliff

Iva A Ratliff

Nov 14, 2023

 

Iva A. Ratliff 91, of Trenton, died on November 14, 2023, at Miami Valley Hospital.  She was born on September 1, 1932, in Bunner Hill, TN.

She worked for Sterns & Foster as a Production Supervisor.  Iva also worked at United Dairy Farmers.         

Iva is survived by her daughters, Janet (Darrell) Bowling and Peggy (Rick)...

Sandra Sue Johnson

Sandra Sue Johnson

Nov 9, 2023

 

 

Sandra (Sandy) Sue Johnson, 79 of Middletown Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday Nov. 9th, 2023, at Ohio's Hospice of Franklin Ohio.  She was born in Dayton, Ohio on March 31, 1944.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Bruce and Mildred Fee. 

 

In her early years Sandy worked as a beautician.  Later...

Joann Scorti

Joann Scorti

Nov 8, 2023

 

Joann Harkrader Scorti. This is her story. This woman lived… one fulfilling life!

Born in Middletown, Ohio, on July 1, 1937, Joann’s journey included treasured moments with family and friends, annual trips to Siesta Key, and active engagement in her community. Her steadfast commitment to high school reunions, always embracing her Middie identity, highlighted her enduring connections.

In 1960,...

George S. Develen

George S. Develen

Nov 7, 2023

 

George S. Develen, 91, of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at home, surrounded by the love of his family.  He was born in Glasgow, Scotland on February 11, 1932 to parents, Graham and Annie (Harper) Develen, both of whom preceded him in death.

George served in the British Navy before coming to the States. After moving...

Mary Anna Lawwill

Mary Anna Lawwill

Nov 3, 2023

 

Mary Anna Lawwill, 85, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023 at Arlington Pointe in Middletown. She was born on March 4, 1938 in Hillsboro, Ohio to Joseph and Pearl (McKey) McCoppin.

Mary is survived by her sons, Bob (Dorinda) Lawwill and Steven (Norma) Lawwill; grandchildren, Jacob Lawwill and Brandy Mann; as well as two great grandchildren.

In addition...

Charles R. Schramm

Charles R. Schramm

Nov 2, 2023

 

Charles R. "Chuck" Schramm, 72, of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Middletown on February 16, 1951 to parents, Stephen Joseph "Joe" and Margaret Ann "Peggy" (Conner) Schramm.

Chuck worked in the accounting industry for several years and also did home remodeling. He had graduated from Bishop Fenwick...

Francis Steven Cox

Francis Steven Cox

Oct 30, 2023

 

Steve Cox passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 30th, 2023 at Atrium Medical Center.  He was born Francis Steven Cox on May 18th, 1947 to Clarence and Alice Cox (nee Dickerson).

Steve graduated from Middletown High School in 1965 and attended Miami University where he received an Associate Degree in Natural Sciences. He then attended The University of Cincinnati...

Raymond Phillips

Raymond Phillips

Oct 26, 2023

 

Raymond Phillips, 84, of Carlisle, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Arlington Pointe in Middletown. He was born in Neon, Kentucky on March 31, 1939 to parents, Johnnie and Opal (Kempling) Phillips.

Ray worked as a lithographer for Jefferson Smurfit for over 30 years. He was a member of High Point Masonic Lodge #773 in Monroe. Ray...

Chad R. Philpot

Chad R. Philpot

Oct 25, 2023

 

Chad Ryan Philpot, 39, of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at home. He was born in Kettering on October 8, 1984 to parents, Rick and Michele M. (Conover) Philpot.

Chad had been working in the shipping department of United Performance Metals. He loved music and was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed being outdoors, whether...

Thelma L. Pugh

Thelma L. Pugh

Oct 25, 2023

 

Thelma L. Pugh 94, of Monroe, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at her home. She was born in Menifee County, Kentucky on July 27, 1929 to parents,  Benjamin and Madeline L. (Phipps) Wells.

Thelma devoted her time to making a loving home for her family, always cooking wonderful meals, sewing beautiful quilts and making sure everyone felt...

Rochelle E. Sample

Rochelle E. Sample

Oct 25, 2023

 

Rochelle E. Sample, 71, of Trenton, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Dayton on May 25, 1952 to parents, Elmer and Alice H. (Houser) Breeze.

Rochelle worked as a hairdresser for 30 years. She enjoyed spending time with her husband Bill, especially when riding motorcycles or boating at the lake....

Annette E. Caudill

Annette E. Caudill

Oct 23, 2023

 

Annette Elaine Caudill, of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 23, 2023 at the age of 48, while on vacation in Miami, Florida.  She  was born on July 3, 1975, in Baltimore, Maryland to Raymond and Stasia (Budzko) Caudill.

After graduating from Hawaii Pacific University with a degree in Marine Biology, Annette returned to Middletown and began her...

Robert Medina

Robert Medina

Oct 20, 2023

 

Robert Medina, 19, of Middletown, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023 at home. He was born in Middletown on September 14, 2004 to parents, Roberto Medina and Silvia Angelica Rivera.

Robert worked for Keeley Construction. He loved to play soccer and basketball and enjoyed eating out. He had such a silly personality and picked on everyone.

Most of...

Bonny Ann Goins

Bonny Ann Goins

Oct 20, 2023

 

Bonny Ann Goins, 41, of Carlisle, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 20, 2023 at her home. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on May 23, 1982.

Bonny worked as a customer service representative for Synergy Flavors in Hamilton. She was a woman of great faith and attended Liberty Heights Church.         

Bonny is survived by...

Margaret Rukavina

Margaret Rukavina

Oct 20, 2023

 

Margaret Rukavina, age 94, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023 at Carriage Court in Columbus. She was born on July 30, 1929 in Middletown to the late George and Rose Rukavina. 

Margaret (Margie) had a lifelong love of sports.  As a young woman, she briefly joined her sister Teresa Rukavina in playing baseball for the Armco Steel (AK...

Bernice Betteridge

Bernice Betteridge

Oct 16, 2023

 

Bernice Betteridge, 92, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023 at Ohio Living Mt. Pleasant in Monroe, Ohio. She was born in Bergen, New York on May 6, 1931 to parents, Chris and Ada (Busmire) Dilcher, both of whom preceded her in death.

Bernice worked for Security Trust for 20 years, retiring as President of the bank. Bernice enjoyed...

Wilson Gabbard, Jr.

Wilson Gabbard, Jr.

Oct 16, 2023

 

Wilson Gabbard, Jr., 79, of Monroe, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023 at his home.  He was born in Ricetown, Owsley County, Kentucky on July 9, 1944 to parents, Wilson Sr. and Lacy (Gilbert) Gabbard.

Wilson graduated from Kings High School with the Class of 1963, where he was voted most athletic his senior year. He enjoyed basketball...

Jane L. Haines

Jane L. Haines

Oct 15, 2023

 

Jane L. Haines, age 96, formerly of Middletown, Ohio, passed peacefully into the presence of the Lord on October 15, 2023. She was born December 22, 1926, along with her twin sister, Jean, in Lima, Ohio to Raymond and Gladys Smith. Jane was a graduate of Lima South High School where she received an education in journalism and secretarial...

Bryan Thomas Fox

Bryan Thomas Fox

Oct 12, 2023

 

Bryan Thomas Fox, 49, of Centerville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 12, 2023.  He was born in Cincinnati, OH on June 11, 1974.Bryan, fondly known by all that loved him as Bubba, worked as a telecommunication technician for KGP Logistics, Inc. for 22 years. He was a "road warrior, " living a life on the road with his...

Sadie Vandeventer

Sadie Vandeventer

Oct 11, 2023

 

Sadie (Lovins) Vandeventer, 96, of Middletown,went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at the home of her daughter, Sandra (Vandeventer) Wonderly.  Sadie was married to Curtis Vandeventer for 64 years before he passed away in 2010. She was born in Manchester, Kentucky on April 2, 1927 to parents, Charlie & Emily (McQueen) Lovins.

Sadie is...

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