Current Obituaries
John "Jay" Surface
Jun 19, 2017
John P. “Jay” Surface, 36, of Middletown, passed away Monday, June 19, 2017, at his home. He was born in Hamilton on October 10, 1980 to parents Robert and Mary (Schmidt) Surface. He graduated from Bishop Fenwick High School in 1999 and went on to receive his BS in Business from Miami University in 2005. Jay worked in the Pro-Shop...
Edith M. Crosson
Jun 18, 2017
Edith M. Crosson, 80, of Madison Township, died Sunday, June 18, 2017. She was born in Middletown on May 12, 1937 to parents Willard and Almeda (Long) Chippendale. Edith had worked in housekeeping at Otterbein - Lebanon for 20 years, retiring in 2007. Ms. Crosson is survived by her daughters, Julie Hamm, Kathy (Larry) Chamberlain, Brenda (Glen) Lakins & Penny...
Vernon E. Maloney
Jun 17, 2017
Vernon E. “Nane” Maloney, 70, of Wayne Township, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 17, 2017, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Epperly, West Virginia on October 1, 1946 to parents Vernon and Virginia Estelle (Southern) Maloney. Vernon was a mechanic for Armco/AK Steel Corp, retiring in 2001 after 36 years. Mr. Maloney is...
Aida Mangabat
Jun 16, 2017
Aida Amado Mangabat, 87, of Monroe, died Friday, June 16, 2017, at home. She was born in Zamboanga, Philippines on November 23, 1929 to parents Lupo and Felisa Amado. Aida had a Master’s Degree in Education and was the Dean of the College of Physical Education at Polytechnic University of the Philippines, retiring after 40 years. Mrs. Mangabat is survived...
Phyllis Jean Bowles
Jun 15, 2017
Phyllis Jean Jones-Bowles, 81, of Turtlecreek Township, died Thursday, June 15, 2017, at Otterbein-Lebanon Retirement Community. She was born in Middletown, Ohio on February 27, 1936 to parents Cledous and Myrtle (Lamb) Jones. Phyllis worked for the City of Monroe as a finance director until her retirement. Mrs. Bowles is survived by her sons, Glenn (Lynn) Bowles, Tyrone Bowles, daughters,...
Margaret E. Farney
Jun 14, 2017
Margaret E. Farney, 86, of Middletown, died Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at Ohio Living Mt. Pleasant. She was born in Lexington, Kentucky on July 10, 1930 to parents William and Margaret (Mahoney) Lenihan. Margaret worked as a registered nurse for Middletown Regional Hospital for 30 years. She was a member of Holy Family Parish. Mrs. Farney is survived by her...
Marvin L. Keller
Jun 12, 2017
Marvin L. Keller, 86, of Sarasota, Florida, formerly of Middletown, Ohio, died Monday, June 12, 2017, at Water's Edge of Bradenton. He was born in Verona, Ohio on April 12, 1931 to parents Jesse and Susie (Ridenour) Keller. Marvin was the president of S-K Construction from 1967 - 1984. He was a member of Camden Lodge #159 F. & A.M.,...
Joshua S. Ferguson
Jun 12, 2017
Joshua S. Ferguson, 37, of Middletown, died Monday, June 12, 2017, at West Chester Hospital. He was born in Montgomery, Ohio on October 7, 1979. Josh is survived by his father, Jeff (Linda) Ferguson; brother, Jacob (Nicki) Ferguson; and children, Michaela, Savannah, Cameron & Caleb Ferguson. He was preceded in death by his mother, Alma Ferguson. Funeral service will be...
Alma C. Ferguson
Jun 12, 2017
Alma “Al” Ferguson, 61, of Middletown, died Monday, June 12, 2017, at her home. She was born in Middletown on March 15, 1956 to parents Russell and Janet (Cogan) Eggleton. Al had worked at Guenther’s Steak & Seafood for 15 years. She is survived by her son, Jacob (Nicki) Ferguson; brothers, Arthur (Becky) Eggleton & Arnold (Lola) Eggleton; and sister,...
Robertalee Skinner
Jun 12, 2017
Robertalee Skinner, 63, of Middletown, died Monday, June 12, 2017, at Kensington Place. She was born in Middletown, Ohio on April 2, 1954 to parents Bernard D. and Joan (Koeppel) Skinner. Robertalee enjoyed watching Little League and College Baseball, playing Bingo at the Senior Center, and playing cards with her family. Miss Skinner is survived by her mother, Joan Skinner;...
Ted Schenck
Jun 11, 2017
Teddy D. Schenck, age 79, died Sunday, June 11, 2017 in Trenton, Ohio. Born on June 15, 1937 in Hamilton, Ohio, he was one of fourteen children of the late Roy and Helen (Gray) Schenck. Ted is survived by sister, Pat Harris; brothers, Billy (Phyllis) Schenck and Jimmy (Martha) Schenck; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Ted was a dedicated...
Deacon William Krumm
Jun 11, 2017
Deacon William “Bill” Krumm, went to be with God on Sunday June 11, 2017 at the age of 78. He was born on November 30, 1938 in Steubenville, OH to Thomas and Mary Agnes Krumm. He was the oldest of 7. Bill has a degree in industrial design from the Dayton Art Institute, as well as a Master’s Degree in...
Eva E. Hymer
Jun 11, 2017
Eva E. Hymer, 74, of Middletown, died Sunday, June 11, 2017, at Pristine Senior Living. She was born in Piqua on July 24, 1942 to parents Carl and Catherine (Jessup) Furnas. Eva is survived by her brother, Robert (Anita) Furnas; sisters, Betty L. (Thomas) Hall, Carlene (Robert) Ryan & Roberta Furnas and many other loving family & friends. She was...
Duane M Riley
Jun 8, 2017
Riley, Duane M. 84, of Middletown, died Thursday, June 8, 2017, at Kettering Medical Center. He was born in Middletown, Ohio on October 4, 1932 to parents Mitchell and Pearl (Stoops) Riley. Duane served his country in the United States Army. Mr. Riley was a purchasing agent for ARMCO Steel and retired after 30 years. During his time there worked...
Paul G Wright
Jun 7, 2017
Wright, Paul G. 80, of Franklin, died Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Falmouth, Kentucky on September 21, 1936 to parents Otis Donald and Mildred (Cummins) Wright. Paul loved his job as truck driver and worked for Wilson Freight and Super Food and retired in 1998. He was a member of the Monroe Presbyterian...
Lucille Bailey
Jun 7, 2017
Bailey, Lucille Age 87, of Middletown, passed away on June 7, 2017, at Bickford Assisted Living. She was born in Wolfe County, Kentucky on April 19, 1930 to parents Sam and Maranda (Branson) Whisman. She was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, quilting, sewing, and crafts. She attended Christ United Methodist Church, helping with salad luncheons and bazaars. Lucille is survived...
Christopher Dale Dewitt
Jun 5, 2017
Christopher Dale DeWitt, 52, of Middletown, died Monday, June 5, 2017. He was born in Lawrenceburg, Indiana on January 20, 1965. Mr. DeWitt is survived by his wife, Pamela (Akins) DeWitt; children, Christina DeWitt, Christian DeWitt & Callie DeWitt; mother, Harriet DeWitt; brother, Harry DeWitt; sister, Marilyn Brown; grandchildren, William Wright & Ava Steward; and best friends, George Wroot &...
Becky South
Jun 5, 2017
South, Becky 33, of Middletown, died Monday, June 5, 2017, at her home. She was born in Middletown on November 17, 1983. Becky was a warehouse manager for LKQ Corporation. She is survived by her companion, Robert Lux; daughters, Katelyn South & Dana Taylor; mother, Deborah (Terry) South; father, Larry Medley; sisters, Shannon (Adam) Plummer & Laura South; and brother,...
Tisha Back
Jun 3, 2017
Tisha Back, 46, of Middletown, died Saturday, June 3, 2017, at Kettering Medical Center. She was born in Middletown, Ohio on June 3, 1971 to parents Lawrence and Sharon (Harrison) Krizan. Tisha was a member of Holy Family Parish and had worked in the cafeteria at St. John XXIII Catholic School. Tisha is survived by her husband, James Back; daughter,...
Salvatore J Graci
Jun 2, 2017
Graci, Salvatore J. 51, of Middletown, died Friday, June 2, 2017, at his residence. He was born in New York on October 22, 1965. Sal was formerly the owner of Flying Pizza in Columbus and was currently the manager of Auntie Anne's Pretzels at Cincinnati Premium Outlets in Monroe. All who knew him knew he was a big sports fan....


