Current Obituaries
Joanne "Jodi" Baird
Jul 31, 2018
Joanne “Jodi” Baird, 82, of Middletown, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at Spring Hills Assisted Living. Jodi was born November 11, 1935 to parents Joseph and Anna (Ross) Baird and resided in the Middletown area her entire life. Jodi was a graduate of Lemon-Monroe High School and was employed as a secretary for Armco until her retirement in 1983....
Henry A. Knight
Jul 30, 2018
Henry A. Knight, 57, of Middletown, passed away Monday, July 30, 2018, at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born in Middletown on December 5, 1960 to parents Willard Henry and Phyllis Jean (Huntsbarger) Knight. Henry held various positions over the years, recently working for Belflex Temp Agency. He had served his country in the United States Navy. Mr. Knight is...
Pastor Joseph W. Willis
Jul 29, 2018
Pastor Joseph Willard Willis, of Middletown, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, July 29, 2018, after a short illness. He was born in Ironton, Ohio on March 1, 1928 to parents Joseph and Irene (Fields) Willis. Ordained as a Baptist pastor at the age of 21, he faithfully served the Lord Jesus till his passing at age 90....
Vannie R. Bailey
Jul 16, 2018
Vannie R. Bailey, 89, of Middletown, died Monday, July 16, 2018, at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Calhoun City, Mississippi on February 26, 1929 to parents Chester and Opal (Brand) Dye. Mrs. Bailey is survived by her son, Robert "Bob" (Deborah) Bailey; brother, Chester Ray Dye; grandchildren, Melissa (Jed) Jesse & Travis (Laura) Bailey;...
Melvin Hampton Carroll
Jul 14, 2018
Melvin Hampton “Face” Carroll, Jr., 67, of Middletown, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2018, at home. He was born in Harrodsburg, Kentucky on May 26, 1951 to parents Melvin H. and Florence (Goodlett) Carroll Sr. Melvin proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Mr. Carroll is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Kimberly Sue Carroll;...
L. Susan Sheley Gabbard
Jul 14, 2018
L. Susan Sheley Gabbard, 69, of Monroe, went to her Heavenly home on Saturday, July 14, 2018. She was born on May 4, 1949 to parents Edward and Marian (Dome) Sheley. Susan graduated from Manatee High in 1968, in Bradenton, Florida. She worked for Bradenton County Schools until moving to Middletown in 1972, after which she began working with the...
Roslyn K. Imhoff
Jul 12, 2018
Roslyn K. Imhoff, 63, of Trenton, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2018, at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky on September 1, 1954 to parents Kenneth and Sue (Richardson) Riddle. Roslyn graduated from Edgewood High School in 1972, earned her Bachelors' degree in 1976 and her Masters' degree in 2001, both from...
Donald T. Ansberry Sr.
Jul 10, 2018
Donald T. Ansberry, Sr., 88, of Trenton, died Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at Hospice of Hamilton. He was born in North Vernon, Indiana on March 4, 1930 to parents Michael and Mary Elizabeth (Frecking) Ansberry. Don worked as a social studies teacher for Middletown High School for 30 years, retiring in 1984. He managed the Walnut Grove Swim Club in...
Dorothy B Llafet
Jul 9, 2018
Dorothy B. “Dottie” Llafet, 94, of Monroe, died Monday, July 9, 2018, at Ohio Living Mt. Pleasant. She was born in Quincy, Illinois on July 11, 1923 to parents Ira and Bernice (Waddington) Batchelder. Dottie had many occupations over the years, but dedicated her time to making a loving home for her family and she loved to entertain friends. She...
Sharon M. Feezor
Jul 8, 2018
Sharon M Feezor, 73, of Middletown, died Sunday, July 8, 2018, at Ohio Living Mt. Pleasant. She was born in Middletown, on April 19, 1945 to parents Robert J. & Marie (Smith) Rivers. Sharon had worked for Meijer for 20 years, retiring as a department manager in 2006. Mrs. Feezor is survived by her daughter, Kelly Feezor; son, Cary Feezor;...
Joseph Pate
Jul 5, 2018
Joseph Allen Pate, 57, of Hamilton, died Thursday, July 5, 2018. He was born in Middletown on September 18, 1960 to parents Jerry and Helen (Lawson) Pate. Joe served his country in the United States Army. He worked for Propipe Technologies in Middletown. He was very family oriented and loved family get togethers. He adored his mother. He enjoyed fishing...
Carol M. Hoskins
Jul 3, 2018
Carol M. Hoskins, 85, of Middletown, died July 3, 2018, at Ohio Living Mt. Pleasant. She was born in Middletown on December 24, 1932. She is the daughter of the late Elmer and Dorothy (Seelbrede) Weikel. Carol was a graduate of Middletown High School, Class of 1950, and attended Ohio University. Carol worked as a reading aide at Amanda and...
Brenda G. Short
Jun 29, 2018
Brenda G. Short, 65, of Middletown, died Friday, June 29, 2018, at home. She was born in Hazard Ky, on October 4, 1952 to parents George and Edna (Summers) Cuddy. Brenda was a dedicated public servant and loved working for the City of Middletown. She was a member of Women’s Auxiliary of Loyal Order of Moose #501 and part founder...
Frank Richmond
Jun 28, 2018
William Franklin Joseph "Frank" Richmond, 84, of Middletown, died Thursday, June 28, 2018, at his home. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 22, 1933 to parents William F. and Mary (Petix-Cardella) Richmond at his grandparents’ home. He grew up in Cincinnati, graduating from Hughes High School and later the University of Cincinnati. Frank was honorably discharged from...
Shirley Marie Hendrickson
Jun 26, 2018
Shirley Marie Hendrickson, 86, of Franklin, died Tuesday, June 26, 2018, at her home. She was born in Middletown on December 29, 1931 to parents John and Florence (Hetzler) Collinsworth. Shirley loved to travel. She also enjoyed shopping, dancing, singing, reading, watching movies (especially musicals) and having her GNO (Girls Night Out) with her friends. Shirley was a devoted grandmother...
Ruth E. Melampy
Jun 26, 2018
Ruth E. Melampy, 92, of Franklin, died Tuesday, June 26, 2018, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Morrow on November 19, 1925 to parents Michael G. and Iva (McLaughlin) Sutter III. Ruth was a member of Holy Family Parish and had devoted her time to making a loving home for her family. She was an...
Patty Jean Smith
Jun 23, 2018
Patty J. Smith, 83, of Middletown, passed away on June 23, 2018. She was born on November 9, 1934 in Hindman, Kentucky, the daughter of the late James and Maggie Smith. Patty was an elementary school teacher at Poasttown Elementary, retiring after 31 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Franklin and enjoyed spending her time...
Loyal Wagers
Jun 23, 2018
Loyal Wagers, 78, of Middletown, died Saturday, June 23, 2018, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. He was born in Hazard, Kentucky on May 5, 1940 to parents John and Opal (Banks) Wagers. Loyal moved to Middletown to attend school after finishing the 5th grade in Hazard, KY. He retired from Sorg Paper/Bay West/ Wausau paper after 38 years...
Robert G. Puthoff
Jun 19, 2018
Robert G. “Bob” Puthoff, 92, of Middletown, died Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at his home. He was born in Middletown on June 26, 1925 to parents Chester and Frances (Nieman) Puthoff. Bob worked as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service, retiring in 1988 after more than 30 years of service. He served his country as a Merchant...
Mary Jane Grant
Jun 15, 2018
Mary Jane Grant, 93, of Monroe, died peacefully Friday, June 15, 2018, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Covington, Kentucky on November 9, 1924 to parents Rudy and Nora (Napier) Gute. Mary Jane worked the voting polls for 30 years, was an active, and long time member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, and...