Current Obituaries
Mary Stella Sorrell
Oct 24, 2016
Mary Stella Sorrell, 91, of Middletown, passed away Monday, October 24, 2016, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Richmond, Kentucky on December 9, 1924 to parents James and Josephine (Long) Horn.Mary had worked at Aeronca for 30 years, retiring in 1982. She was a member of University Baptist Church. Mrs. Sorrell is survived by her son, Gerald (Alicia)...
Elizabeth Rose Ryan
Oct 24, 2016
Elizabeth Rose "Betsy" (Pathe) Ryan, 85, died Monday, October 24, 2016 at St. Leonard Retirement Community, previously living in Middletown for 51 years. She was born in Lorain, Ohio on August 29, 1931 to parents Anton and Veronika (Torma) Pathe.Betsy was active in St. Mary and Holy Family, Middletown as a certified catechist for 35 years, Tri-Parish Youth Director, John...
William F. Schlotter
Oct 22, 2016
William Frederick "Bill" Schlotter passed away on October 22, 2016 at 102 years old in White Lake, MI. He was only three weeks shy of his 103rd birthday. He was born in Souix Falls, South Dakota to the parents Frederick William Schlotter and Teresa (Rooth) Schlotter. Bill, Dad, Grandpa embodied all the exceptional values of the Greatest Generation: humility, grit,...
Mary E. "Betty" Henry
Oct 16, 2016
Mary E. "Betty" Henry, 84, of Trenton, died Sunday, October 16, 2016, at Garden Manor Retirement Village. She was born in Owsley County, Kentucky on September 29, 1932 to parents Theodore and Mattie (Rowland) McIntosh.Mrs. Henry is survived by her sons, John Henry & Bryan (Angie) Henry; daughter, Kathryn (Greg) Swinney; brothers, Winton (Barb) McIntosh, Rex (Beverly) McIntosh & Mitchell...
Joyce Ann Hackett
Oct 14, 2016
Joyce Ann Hackett, 92, of Monroe, died Friday, October 14, 2016, at Mt. Pleasant Retirement Village. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 4, 1924 to parents Arthur F. and Thelma L. (Thurlby) Frost.Joyce graduated from Wayne State University in 1946. She worked as a clerk in the Butler County Treasurer's office. She was a member of Holy Family...
M. Carolyn Mcguire Lanier
Oct 13, 2016
M. Carolyn McGuire Lanier, 85, of Clearwater, Florida, formerly of Trenton, Ohio died Thursday, October 13, 2016, at Mercy Anderson. She was born in Greenbriar, Kentucky on June 30, 1931 to parents Joseph Elmer and Mary Lee (Bradley) Metcalf.Carolyn had worked in the cafeteria at Edgewood Schools. She is survived by her sister, Anna Marie (Doug) Burgher; brother, Henry Sylvester...
Carl L. Sewell Sr.
Oct 12, 2016
Carl L. Sewell, Sr., 78, of Middletown, died Wednesday, October 12, 2016, at home. He was born in Jackson, Kentucky on November 12, 1937 to parents Cecil and Martha (Mann) Sewell.Carl worked as a crane operator for Armco Steel Corporation for 30 years, retiring in 1995. He also had worked for Crystal Tissue and the Singer Sewing Machine Company. Carl...
Jimmie E. Logsdon
Oct 10, 2016
Jimmie E. Logsdon, 68, of Middletown, died Monday, October 10, 2016, at home. He was born in Betsy, Kentucky on September 26, 1948 to parents Earl and Pearlie (Reynolds) Logsdon.Jim was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served on the U.S.S. Intrepid during Vietnam. He retired from Peak Technology and then was a bus driver for Middletown/Monroe School...
Mary M. Arnett
Oct 6, 2016
Mary M. Arnett, 81, of Middletown, died Thursday, October 6, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Breathitt County, Kentucky on March 24, 1935 to parents Seldon and Dora (Miller) Carpenter.Mrs. Arnett is survived by her son, Henry (Sandra J.) Arnett Jr.; daughter, Jenny Ball; brother, Marcus (Ann) Carpenter; four grandchildren, Michelle Romans, Nikki Burgemeir,...
Palmer "Mac" Mccreary
Oct 6, 2016
Palmer "Mac" McCreary, 84, of Franklin Township, died Thursday, October 6, 2016, at his home. He was born on July 10, 1932 to parents Conway McCreary and Ella Ree (Brooks) McCreary Speers.Palmer worked as a crane operator for Armco Steel Corp for 35 years, retiring in 1989. He served his country in the United States Navy and was a member...

Jean Stamper
Oct 3, 2016
Jean Stamper, 76, of Middletown, died Monday, October 3, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in London, Ohio on March 23, 1940 to parents Stewart and Lula Mae (Stevens) Edwards.Jean worked in the billing office of Middletown Regional Hospital for 30 years, retiring in 1993. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and...
Shirley A. Schwab
Sep 30, 2016
Shirley Ann Schwab, 75, of Middletown, died Friday, September 30, 2016, with family by her side. She was born in Hamilton on November 15, 1940 to parents John and Rose (Rossi) Schwab.Shirley was a dedicated librarian for Middletown Public Library and retired after 40 years of service. She was a member of Holy Family Parish. Miss Schwab is survived by...
Frank G. Capozzi Sr.
Sep 27, 2016
Frank G. Capozzi, Sr., 79, of Middletown, died Tuesday, September 27, 2016, at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Middletown on September 27, 1937 to parents Costantino and Elvira (Sora) Capozzi.Frank graduated from Middletown High School in 1955. He worked as a roll clerk in the hot strip at Armco Steel, retiring in 1999 after 30 years. He was...
Martha O. Sorrell
Sep 22, 2016
Martha O. Sorrell, 80, of Middletown, died Thursday, September 22, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Salt Lick, Kentucky on March 2, 1936 to parents Raney and Leva Lee (Lewis) Wells.Martha had worked for Jefferson Smurfit. She was a member of Poasttown First Church of God. Mrs. Sorrell is survived by her son, Carl...
Dora C. Baudendistel
Sep 20, 2016
Dora C. Baudendistel, 77, of Middletown, died Tuesday, September 20, 2016, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Middletown, Ohio on November 11, 1938 to parents Angelo and Pasqualina (Rossi) Donisi.Dora retired from the cafeteria at John XXIII School in 1987 after 28 years. Mrs. Baudendistel is survived by her husband, William E. Baudendistel; daughter, Dora Baudendistel; son, Bill...
Marvin Norton
Sep 19, 2016
Marvin Norton, 88, of Middletown, died Monday, September 19, 2016, at home. He was born in Heber Springs, Arkansas on May 5, 1928 to parents Everett and Goldie (Joyce) Norton.Marvin worked at Middletown Tube Works in the maintenance department, retiring in 2007. He served his country in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Norton is survived by...
Ronald Steven Mckibben
Sep 19, 2016
Ronald Steven McKibben, 59, of West Chester, Ohio died Monday, September 19, 2016, at West Florida Hospital. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on May 6, 1957 to parents Robert and Shirley (Clark) McKibben.Ron received a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati in 1981. He worked as a consulting chemical and environmental engineer for 33...
Lois Jean Hafer
Sep 19, 2016
Lois Jean Hafer, passed away Monday, September 19, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Middletown on February 8, 1942 to parents Ralph and Margaret (Garnow) Hafer.Lois was a 1964 graduate of The Ohio State University where she played varsity basketball. She received her master's degree from Xavier University. Lois coached and taught physical education...

Andrew David Peterson
Sep 17, 2016
Andrew David Peterson, 33, of Monroe, died Saturday, September 17, 2016 at Atrium Medical Center. He was born on November 19, 1982 in Seattle, Washington.Andrew was working on earning his nursing degree and was working with Caregivers for Independence.The family will hold private services at a later date. Funeral Home: Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding 3805 Roosevelt Blvd. Middletown, OH US 45044
Joseph F. Hearlihy
Sep 14, 2016
Joseph F. Hearlihy, 82, of Middletown, OH and Ft. Myers, FL, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. He was born in Springfield, Ohio on February 11, 1934 to parents Edward Michael and Nora Margaret (Welsh) Hearlihy.Joe graduated from Springfield Catholic Central High School in 1952. He served his country in the United States...