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Norman E. Holweger

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

James M. Fall

James M. Fall

Mar 19, 2016

James M. "Jim" Fall, 94, of Trenton, died Saturday, March 19, 2016, at Garden Manor Retirement Village. He was born in Wayne Township, Ohio on November 22, 1921 to parents Earl M. and Clara (Gingrich) Fall.Jim graduated from Trenton High School and Middletown Business College. He served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. Jim retired...

Raymond E. Witte

Raymond E. Witte

Mar 15, 2016

Raymond E. Witte, 95, died Tuesday, March 15, 2016. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on July 20, 1920, the youngest of six children to parents William and Mary (Horstman) Witte.He was preceded in death by the mother of his five children, Ruth Shanahan Witte, who died in 1976.Ray is survived by his children, Ray F. (Darlene) Witte and their...

Norma Jean Garber

Norma Jean Garber

Mar 13, 2016

Norma Jean Garber, 84, of Middletown, died Sunday, March 13, 2016, at Sycamore Hospital. She was born in Springfield on August 30, 1931 to parents William E. and Nellie C. (Burkes) Snider.Norma Jean graduated from Olive Branch High School with the Class of 1949 and she also graduated from the Patricia Stevens Modeling School in 1952. She became a member...

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