Maynard J. Stoops
Jun 26, 2026
Maynard Jerome Stoops of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away peacefully in Cincinnati, Ohio, at the age of 77.
Maynard was born in Jamestown, Ohio, to the late Donald James Stoops, Sr. and Icie Jane (née Robbins) Stoops.
He was the beloved husband of Cindy (née Goodwin) Stoops, with whom he shared 36 wonderful years of marriage. Maynard was the proud father of Brian...
Richard "Dick" L. Ritter
Jun 25, 2026
Richard "Dick" L. Ritter of Cincinnati. Beloved husband of 47 years to the late Fern H. Ritter and 16 years to Eloise Jensen Ritter. Loving father of Joy Ritter. Proud grandfather of Christopher (Yang Xu) Helton and Taylor Helton. Loving great grandfather of Jesse and Jenna Helton. Devoted son of the late Charles and Evelyn Ritter. Dear brother of the...
Sally Bain Coffman
Jun 23, 2026
Sally Bain Coffman, born September 18,1943 in Flint, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, at her residence. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Marie Cutarelli Bain, and by her beloved husband David Max Coffman (December 7,2023). Sally is survived by her daughter Kim Coffman, her sister Rosie (Daniels), her nieces and nephews, and her...
James E. Clifton
Jun 23, 2026
James E. Clifton of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, in Kettering, Ohio, at the age of 65. Jimmy was born on January 31, 1961, in Washington Court House, Ohio, to the late Richard Lee and Beverly Kay (née Storts) Clifton.
Jim was the loving father of Taylor Clifton; brother of Sonya Clifton, Tonya Leasher, and the late...
Linda K. Ackels
Jun 23, 2026
Linda K. Ackels (née Robbins) of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away on June 23, 2026, at the age of 82. Linda was born on April 14, 1944, in Springfield, Ohio, to the late Arthur and Hettie Mae Robbins (née Stoops).
Linda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles Dale Ackels, and by her son, Jim Straight. She is also preceded...
Bobby Joe Prewitt
Jun 21, 2026
Bobby Joe Prewitt was born in Blanchester, OH on September 22, 1946, the son of Nella and Henry Prewitt. Bob served in the Army National Guard and Army Reserves. He married Glenda Sue Freeman at 19 years of age, and had two children, four grandchildren (one great-grandchild on the way), and too many tools to count. He was a lifelong...
Janet J. Greatorex
Jun 21, 2026
Janet J. Greatorex (nee Conley), age 91, passed away June 21, 2026. Janet was born October 4, 1934, to the late Robert and Delia Conley. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard Greatorex, and two of her sons, Terry Greatorex and Mark Greatorex.
She is survived by her son, Jeff Greatorex; daughter-in-law, Dicie Greatorex; 8 grandchildren: Ben, Jesse,...
Debbie Frauenknecht
Jun 21, 2026
Deborah “Debbie” Lee Frauenknecht of South Lebanon, Ohio. Loving wife of 58 years to Larry Frauenknecht. Cherished mother of Vicki (Roger) Montgomery, Brian (Brandon) Frauenknecht, and Kevin (Monica) Frauenknecht. Caring Mamaw of McKinley (Taylor) Hymer, Dustin (Ashley) Montgomery, Tate Frauenknecht, Elisha Montgomery, Amy (Mark) Montgomery, and her great grandchildren Charlotte, Dylan, Aleeyah, Jaylynn, Jaedynn, Journee, Dahkota, Arianna, Jordyn, Briana, Addaline,...
Ronald "Little Ronnie" James Meadows Jr.
Jun 20, 2026
Ronald “Little Ronnie” James Meadows Jr., passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on June 20, 2026, at the age of 63. Ronnie was born on April 10, 1963, in Cincinnati, OH.
He was the loving father of James Meadows, Matthew Meadows and Pam Bay, proud grandfather of six grandchildren, dear brother of Danny Meadows and Selina (Tim) Rutherford, cherished...
Mitchell Allen Fields
Jun 18, 2026
Mitchell Allen Fields of Cincinnati. Beloved son of the late Elmo and Joyce Fields. Loving father of Leslie (Dale) Fields. Cherished grandfather of Jackson Tyler Baumer and Mariah Paige Baumer. Great grandfather of Wren Tyler Baumer. Dear brother of Cheri (Charles) Music, Sandra (the late Neal) Miller, Sheila Sargent, Philip (Yaqiu Zhao) Fields, and the late Jeffrey Fields. Proud to...
Diana Carol Castillo
Jun 18, 2026
Diana Carol Castillo passed away on June 18, 2026 in Ohio, at the age of 77. She was born on August 15, 1948 to Cruz and Avalina Guerrero. Diana was the beloved wife of over 60 years to Isidro Castillo. She was the loving mother of Michelle (Ken) Decker, Vanessa (Matthew) Kolve, and Christopher (Kandice) Castillo. Diana's cherished treasures were...
Russell Lee Bills
Jun 16, 2026
Russell Lee Bills of Blanchester, OH, passed away June 16, 2026, at the age of 88. Beloved husband of 53 years to the late Phyllis A. Bills. Devoted father of Debbie (Kenny) Spurgeon, Kim (the late Denny) Ross, Jeff (Chandra) Bills, Jennifer (Bob) Brown, and Tracy (Bobby) Huston. Proud grandfather of 19 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. Caring brother of John...
Paul F. McVay
Jun 14, 2026
Paul F. McVay of Lebanon. Paul passed away June 14th with his family by his side at the age of 80. Beloved husband of 60 years to Carla S. (nee Oeder) McVay. Loving father of Robin R. (Steve) Michael. Cherished son of the late Frank and Inez McVay. Dear brother of the late Charlene McIntosh, Jake McVay, Butch McVay, and...
Barbara Jane Huwel
Jun 13, 2026
Barbara Jane Huwel of Loveland, Ohio. Loving wife of 59 years to John W. Huwel. Caring mother of Tara (Matt) Kennedy and John Scott Huwel. Proud grandmother of Matthew Kennedy, Megan Kennedy, Abigail Kennedy, Alexa Huwel, John Robert Huwel, and Mischa Huwel. Dear sister of the late Jerry O’Banion, Douglas (Lola) O’Banion, and Shirley (Raymond) Buerger. Cherished daughter of the...
Steven Joseph Stanforth
Jun 13, 2026
Steven Joseph Stanforth, 66, of Turtle Creek Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, just days before his 67th birthday. Born June 17, 1959, in Wilmington, Ohio, Steven lived a life defined by selflessness, devotion to family, and a generous spirit that touched everyone around him.
Steven was a steadfast presence in his community, most notably through his years...
Norma L. Myers
Jun 13, 2026
Norma L. Myers, née Heustis, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, in Fayetteville, Ohio. Born on March 19, 1927, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Norma was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William G. Myers; a son, Steven Myers; an infant daughter, Janie Myers; parents, Leroy and Oneida Heustis and three...
Glenda Sue Hawkins
Jun 12, 2026
Glenda Sue Hawkins of Loveland, Ohio. Born on August 21,1945 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Loving wife of Kenneth Hawkins. Devoted mother of Bret A. (Julie) Hawkins, Jennifer K. (Mark) Shuttleworth, and Eric D. (Lesli) Hawkins. Cherished grandmother of Lauren Hawkins, Anna Hawkins, Samuel Hawkins, Addison Shuttleworth, Daniel Shuttleworth, Lukas Hawkins, Lilah Hawkins, and Sutton Hawkins. Dear sister of Kenneth Samson. Beloved...
Larry C. Holmes
Jun 12, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Larry C. Holmes, who left us on June 12, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Born on October 5, 1944, in Brunswick, Georgia.
Larry was the beloved husband of Carol Ann Holmes and a cherished father to his children: Terri Holmes, Matt Holmes (and his wife Regina), Scott Holmes (and his...
Szedi Roush
Jun 12, 2026
Szedi Roush, born July 21, 2011, passed away on June 12, 2026, in Blanchester, Ohio. Szedi's passing has left a profound sense of sorrow among all who knew her, as she was a beloved child, sibling, and grandchild.
She is survived by her devoted and loving parents, Richard (Georgeta) Roush and Andrea (Alex) Novak; her siblings Sam (Sophia), Szofia, Izabela, and...
Roscoe Delbert Saylor
Jun 12, 2026
Roscoe "Delbert" Saylor, a devoted pastor, loving family man, and cherished member of his community, passed away on June 12, 2026, in Blanchester, Ohio. Born on November 1, 1943, in Garrard County, Kentucky, Delbert lived a life marked by faith, service, and heartfelt dedication to those around him.
For over 45 years, Pastor Saylor shepherded his congregation with unwavering commitment, most...
