Current Obituaries
Donald E. Brunswick
Apr 10, 2016
Donald E. Brunswick, known to his friends as "Good Natured Don" 89, of Madison Township, died Sunday, April 10, 2016, at Mt. Pleasant Place, Monroe, Ohio. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 9, 1926 to parents William Henry and Elizabeth (Tieman) Brunswick.Don worked as an engineer for Armco Steel Corp for 30 years, retiring as a supervisor in...
Pamela J. (Carder) Kinder
Apr 8, 2016
Pamela J. (Carder) Kinder, 54, of Trenton, went into the loving hands of the Lord on April 8, 2016. She was born in Middletown, Ohio on August 5, 1961, daughter of Wade and Judy Carder.Pam lived each day of her life taking care of those around her. She always found a way to bring the best out in those she...
Barbara J. Stahley
Apr 8, 2016
Barbara J. Stahley, 71, of Madison Township, died Friday, April 8, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 19, 1944 to parents Edwin and Eileen (Dillon) Kercsmar.Mrs. Stahley worked as a paralegal at Armco Steel for 30 years and at Frost & Jacobs for several years. She was a member of...

Norman E. Holweger
Apr 7, 2016
Norman E. Holweger, 71, of Middletown, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016. Norm was preceded in death by his parents, Justin & Jane (Brelsford) Holweger; and sisters, Paula Holweger, Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" Holweger & Catherine "Kitty" Holweger.He is survived by his wife, Donna (Williams) Holweger & son, Travis Hurley; brother, Justin W. (Patti) Holweger; niece & nephew, Beth Ann &...
Philomena Donisi
Apr 7, 2016
Philomena Donisi, 103, of Middletown, died Thursday, April 7, 2016, at Spring Hills Middletown. She was born in Middletown on November 25, 1912 to parents Frederick and Teresa (Rossi) Parrella.Philomena had been the owner of the Donisi's Delicatessen and had worked at Shaddock's. She was a member of Holy Family Parish - St. John's Church, Holy Family Ladies Society, St....
Alma R. Roark
Apr 6, 2016
Alma R. Roark, 86, of Middletown, died Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Middletown on February 23, 1930 to parents Lafe and Mayme (Soule) Highley.Alma was a member of Posttown First Church of God where she participated with the Ladies Missionary and helped in the food pantry. She had worked for...
Edna Mae Spicer
Apr 4, 2016
Edna Mae Spicer, born in Clark County, KY on October 11, 1930 to parents Dillard & Nora (Cole) Proffitt, grew up in Frenchburg, KY, and lived in Franklin, OH all of her adult life, passed away Monday, April 4, 2016, at age 85.She has been married to her best friend and wonderful husband, Roy Spicer, for almost 65 years. He...
Ruby M. Taylor
Apr 4, 2016
Ruby M. Taylor, 101, of Carlisle, died Monday, April 4, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Wolfe County, Kentucky on March 21, 1915 to parents Frank and Mary (Hatton) Combs.Ruby was a member of the Freedom House Church of God and was one of the members who helped start the Clothing and Food Pantry...
Cody Daniel Fugate
Apr 1, 2016
Cody Daniel Fugate, 29, of Middletown, died Friday, April 1, 2016, at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida on January 25, 1987 to parents Terry Callahan and Kelly Lynn Lewis.Cody was a devoted father to his children and loved his family. He was an avid sports fan and coached little league. He enjoyed singing, playing guitar and...

Christopher Michael Lee Sr.
Apr 1, 2016
Christopher Michael Lee, Sr., 44, of Middletown, died Friday, April 1, 2016, at his home. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 20, 1971.Christopher worked as a printer engineer for Cannon. He is survived by his son, Mike Lee Jr.; daughters, Isabella Lee, Cate Lee & Deborah Lee; parents, Carl & Gloria (Thompson) Lee; brother, Carl Lee Jr.; sister,...
Elsie P. Hill
Mar 31, 2016
Elsie P. Hill, 72, of Middletown, died Thursday, March 31, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Campton, Kentucky on July 25, 1943 to parents Eugene 'Junior' and Ogelean 'Jean' (Dunn) Nickell.Elsie had worked for Mitsubishi, retiring in 2014. She was a member of Women of the Moose Chapter 183. Ms. Hill is survived by...

Vernita L. Blevins
Mar 26, 2016
Vernita L. Blevings, 89, of Middletown, died Saturday, March 26, 2016. She was born in Frenchburg, Kentucky on June 25, 1926 to parents Lloyd & Felicia (Cunningham) Houser.Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Funeral Home: Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding 3805 Roosevelt Blvd. Middletown, OH US 45044
Bette Hope Petrocy
Mar 25, 2016
Bette Hope Petrocy, 91, of Monroe, died Friday, March 25, 2016, at Mt. Pleasant Retirement Village. She was born in Middletown on January 25, 1925 to parents Tip and Dessie (Spencer) Hampton.Bette graduated from Middletown High School and worked as a secretary for Middletown City Schools, retiring in 1983. She volunteered at Middletown Regional Hospital for over 40 years, participated...
Dixie Jane Helman Davis
Mar 25, 2016
Dixie Jane Helman Davis, 88, of Trenton, died Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Bloomer, Ohio on February 8, 1928 to parents James Russell and Nellie (Rudy) Helman.Dixie had worked as a sales clerk for Pogue's Department Store and then as a secretary for the American Cancer Society, retiring in 1990. She was a...
Wilgus "Wig" Crase
Mar 25, 2016
Crase, Wilgus Wilgus "Wig" Crase, 79, of Carlisle, died Friday, March 25, 2016, at home. He was born in Lee City KY, on April 26, 1936 to parents Lebern and Mabel (Perkins) Crase.Mr. Crase retired from AK Steel after 28 years. He was a member of the Unity Baptist Church and a member of the Pieratt F & AM Lodge...
Dolores M. Clark
Mar 24, 2016
Dolores M. Clark, 89, of Middletown, died Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Germantown, Ohio on June 6, 1926 to parents Chester and Edna (Ebberts) Barkalow.Dolores will always be remembered for her loving kindness and unconditional love.She is survived by her daughter, Becky Saunders; son, Duane (Veronica) Clark; two granddaughters, Christina...
Ada Francis Naegelen
Mar 24, 2016
Ada Francis Naegelen, 87, of Middletown, died Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Beattyville, Kentucky on February 16, 1929 to parents Erby and Anna Bell (Marshall) Spencer.The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. Frazer, the staff of Atrium Medical Center and Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties....

John L. Patterson
Mar 23, 2016
John L. Patterson, 64, of Gratis Township, died Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at his home. He was born in Middletown on August 6, 1951.John had worked for Sorg Paper Company for 31 years. Following the closing of that company he was self-employed as a truck driver, retiring in 2015. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending time with his...
Beth Ann Tucker
Mar 23, 2016
Beth Ann Tucker, our beloved Mother, Daughter, Sister and Nana, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at Miami Valley Hospital with her daughters by her side. Born on September 25, 1960, she resided in Middletown all of her life. She was 55.After graduating from Middletown High School in 1978, Beth worked as a secretary for Oyer Realtors. This was followed...
Peggy Bowman
Mar 22, 2016
Eureka "Peggy" Bowman, 85, of Middletown, died Tuesday, March 22, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Perry County, Kentucky on May 31, 1930 to parents G.B. and Bertha (Potts) Woods.Peggy had worked for Hills for 25 years, retiring as a department head in 2002. Peggy was devoted to her family and will be greatly...