Obituaries

Obituaries

Fay Louie France

Fay Louie France

Apr 14, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt remembrance that we announce the passing of Fay Louie France, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who left us peacefully on April 14, 2026, in Wilmington, Ohio.

Fay’s career was distinguished by his steadfast commitment to Ford Motor Company, where he devoted 38 years of his life before retiring.

He is lovingly survived by...

Patricia J. Wise

Patricia J. Wise

Apr 12, 2026

Patricia J. Wise (nee Rose), age 90, of Loveland. Patricia was born March 17, 1936, to the late Russell and Grace Rose and passed away April 12, 2026. She is survived by her son, David Wise and sister, Becky Bates, of Georgia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Wise and sister, Carol Campbell.

Patricia was a graduate of...

Dean Andrew Crofoot

Dean Andrew Crofoot

Apr 12, 2026

Dean Andrew Crofoot, born February 1, 1957, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026.

Dean was a devoted father to Megan (Brandon) Bolin and Skye (Omar El Khoury), and a proud grandfather to Leo Bolin and Gideon El Khoury. He is also survived by his loving sisters: Kathy (Ed) Wickline, Nancy (Tom) McGuigan and Susie (Larry) Ignash, his dear friend Donna...

Blake Anthony Webb

Blake Anthony Webb

Apr 12, 2026

Blake Anthony Webb of Loveland, OH, passed away April 12, 2026, at the age of 18. Beloved son of Brittany Harris and the late Chuck Webb. Cherished brother of J.D. Webb and Amyah Tiemann. Loving nephew of Misty Harris, Alisha Monday, Patsy Webb, Jay Vaughn, and the late Michael Harris. Dear cousin of Tatum Biel and Trevan Biel. Caring grandson...

Shirley Anne Callahan

Shirley Anne Callahan

Apr 11, 2026

Shirley Anne Callahan of Cincinnati, OH., passed peacefully on April 11, 2026, at the age of 82. Shirley was born on February 3, 1944, in Cincinnati, OH. 

She was the wife of Charles David Raper, loving mother of Teresa Raper, Becky (William) Dornette and Brian (Amanda) Callahan, caring mamaw of John (Amanda) Dornette, Victor (Kasie) Dornette, Nicholas Raper, Chloe Callahan, Aiden...

Lonnie Carl Evans

Lonnie Carl Evans

Apr 11, 2026

Lonnie Carl Evans of Milford, OH, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on April 11, 2026, at the age of 86. Lonnie was born on January 18, 1940, in Lynch, KY. 

He was the beloved husband of 50 years to Wilma Jean (nee Cobb) Evans, loving father of Jennifer Pond and father-in-law of the late Stuart Pond Jr.,...

Cynthia Susanne Turner

Cynthia Susanne Turner

Apr 11, 2026

Cynthia “Cindy” Susanne Turner of New Lebanon. Beloved mother of Carly (Ben Collom) Luken, Cody (Tarren) Baker, and Colton (Aileen) Turner. Cherished Coco of Athena, Zelda & Carl Collom and Brixxly & Bralee Baker. Loving daughter of the late Carl & Susanne Luken. Caring sister of Becky, Pam, Debbie, Tim, Chrissy, Ruth, and Jenny. Passed away April 11, 2026 at...

Roenalda Campbell

Roenalda Campbell

Apr 7, 2026

Roenalda (nee Helsley) Campbell, age 79, of Amelia. Beloved wife of 60 years to the late Donald W. Campbell, Sr. Loving mother of Pamela Smith, Charles H. Campbell and the late Donald W. Campbell, Jr. Proud grandmother of Jeremiah, Joshua, Shelby, Katelyn, Heather Nichole, Trinity Roe and the late Zachariah. Great grandmother of two great grandchildren. Dear aunt of Rhonda...

Leah Elizabeth Carnes

Leah Elizabeth Carnes

Apr 5, 2026

Leah Elizabeth Carnes of Maineville, OH, passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2026.

Born on September 12th, 1985, Leah is survived by her daughters, Elsie and Zella Carnes; parents Bill Dixon and Leslie Lyons-Dixon; sister Stephanie (Ryan) Distler and half siblings Kaitlin (Casey) Scarbro, Andrew (Emily) Dixon, and Bailey (Jason) Wilkinson; nephew Benjamin Distler; grandmother Carolyn Jones; uncle Bob (Linda) Dixon....

David Michael Bednar

David Michael Bednar

Apr 5, 2026

David Michael Bednar, age 78, of Loveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, with his family by his side.

Born on September 11, 1947, in Massillon, OH, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary Lou Bednar. David graduated from Washington High School in Massillon, Ohio, where he was a member...

Martha A. Selzer

Martha A. Selzer

Apr 5, 2026

Martha “Marty” A. Selzer of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on April 5, 2026, at the age of 89. Marty was the loving daughter of the late George and Mary Jeanette Selzer. Cherished sister of the late Mary (Gabriel) Hartke, Charles (Katherine) Selzer, Dorothy (G. Richard) Hagee, and Sister Jeannine Selzer, S.C. Beloved aunt of Phyllis Hartke, Marybeth Hartke, Greg Hartke,...

Phyllis Lee Rosenberger

Phyllis Lee Rosenberger

Apr 5, 2026

Phyllis Lee Rosenberger, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026, in Blanchester, Ohio. Born on May 31, 1938, in Wilmington, Ohio.

Phyllis dedicated many years of her life as a Food Service Supervisor for Clinton Massie Schools, where her professionalism and care deeply touched the staff and students she served. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved...

Robert Lee Cowell

Robert Lee Cowell

Apr 4, 2026

Robert Lee Cowell of Wilmington, Ohio. “Bob” married his beloved wife, Gail, of 58 years on December 28, 1968. Loving father of Rob Cowell, Christina (Matt) Hathaway, and Stephanie (Aaron) Mackris. Cherished grandfather of Steven (Brianna Puckett) Hathaway, Tony Hathaway, Abigail Hathaway, Sam Mackris, and Gabe Mackris. Devoted son of the late Thurlow (Carol) Cowell and the late Maddalena Cardone....

Olan D. Engle

Olan D. Engle

Apr 4, 2026

Olan Dempsey Engle of Batavia, OH, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on April 4, 2026, at the age of 68. Olan was born on August 25, 1957, in Cincinnati, OH. 

He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Glenna Katherine (nee Taylor) Engle, loving son, Scott (Erica) Engle, two proud grandchildren, Oakley Engle and Brantley...

Allen L. Donahue

Allen L. Donahue

Apr 4, 2026

Allen L. Donahue of Loveland, OH, passed away April 4, 2026, at the age of 81. Beloved husband of the late Judy (nee Shinn) Donahue and the late Sonya (nee Herbert) Donahue. Devoted father of Melody (Jim) Michael, Alenda (Jonathan) Slone, and Loni (Bryan) Poe. Cherished grandfather of Daniel Slone, Elizabeth Slone, Brandy (Morgan) Slone, Emylee (Jack) Christie, Eryn Poe,...

Victoria Lynn Gillenwater

Victoria Lynn Gillenwater

Apr 4, 2026

Victoria Lynn Gillenwater (Nee Schildmeyer) of Milford. Daughter of the late Walter & Billie (White) Schildmeyer. Loving wife of Ernest “Ernie” Gillenwater. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Josh & Leslie Gillenwater, Teresa & James Kube, and the late Allison Gillenwater. Devoted grandmother of Layla Gillenwater, Jaxson Gillenwater, Zoey Kube, and Miles Kube. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Pattie & Steve...

Larry Carrol Huddleston

Larry Carrol Huddleston

Apr 4, 2026

Larry Carroll Huddleston, a devoted husband, father, grandfather passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, in Lebanon, Ohio. Born on March 10, 1945, in Williamsburg, Kentucky,

Larry was the beloved husband of Margaret Huddleston, with whom he shared 51 years of companionship and love. He was a proud father to five children: Sara Huddleston; Scott Huddleston, married to Amanda; Emily Morgan,...

Phyllis J. Snider

Phyllis J. Snider

Apr 2, 2026

Phyllis J. "Aunt Dee" Snider, age 99, of Maineville, passed away April 2, 2026. Phyllis was born January 19, 1927, to the late Arthur and Evelyn (nee Reichel) Snider. Beloved sister of the late Virginia (Richard) Volkerding and Janet (Charles) Conover. Loving aunt of Sue Leeson, Becky (Rich) Marvin, and Mike (Diane) Conover. Cherished great aunt of Elizabeth (Charles) Smith,...

Johnny Ray Dees

Johnny Ray Dees

Apr 2, 2026

Johnny Ray Dees of Loveland, OH, after a courageous battle with cancer, he went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on April 2, 2026, at the age of 54. John was born on December 7, 1971, in West Union, OH. 

He is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years to Margaret Mary (nee Steffen) Dees, three sons; Nick...

Harry H. Steele

Harry H. Steele

Apr 1, 2026

Harry H. Steele, born January 5, 1970, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on April 1, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Harry is lovingly remembered by the mother of his children, April, and by his cherished children: Matthew (Jennifer) Steele, Brooke (Austin) Henson, Katelin (Andrew) Penny, and Autumn (Joshua) Smith. His spirit lives on through his beloved grandchildren: Caleb, Amberlynn, Mia, Alyvea, and...