Obituaries

Mar 19, 2026

Bob J. Gilbert, of Loveland, OH, passed away March 19, 2026, at the age of 76. Beloved husband of 50 years to Shirley Gilbert. Devoted father of Roscoe (Mandie) Walker, Robert Harris, Jamie Harris, Michael Gilbert, Michelle Gilbert, and the late Robbie Harris. Cherished grandfather of Faith Bowman, Misty Harris, Brittany Harris, Alex Harris, Nathan Harris, Matt Harris, and the...

Mar 19, 2026

Mar 19, 2026

Kevin A. Arthur of Hillsboro. Beloved son of Cathy (the late Bill) Wheeler and Jeffrey (Kathleen) Arthur. Dear brother of Timothy J. Arthur. Cherished grandson of Jerlene Cash Arthur, the late Reginald Arthur, and the late Red & Dolores Feldman. Loving great nephew of the late Eleanor "Pete" Feldman and Estelle Feldman. Devoted nephew of Bob (Cindy) Feldman, Jack Feldman,...

Mar 19, 2026

Ellen Glada Anderson of Maineville, OH, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on March 19, 2026, at the age of 67. Ellen was born on September 29, 1958 in Cincinnati, OH to Robert and Margie Anderson.

Ellen was the loving mother of Gloria (Jerry) Settelmayer, Fred (Amy) Polly III, and Hannah Polly, proud grandma of Carter and Braylon...

Mar 17, 2026

William L. Fahrenholz, age 91, of Milford, Ohio passed away on March 17th 2026.

William (Bill), grew up in New Lebanon, Ohio and was raised by his loving parents John and Iona Fahrenholz. Bill went to college and later met and married his first wife Dolores (Dodi) Morin. Bill started a career at the National Cash Register Company in Dayton, Ohio...

Mar 16, 2026

James “Jim” Gruver of Loveland, Ohio. Loving husband of 47 years to Debbie Gruver. Caring father of Christy (James Jr.) Raker, Angie (Jeremy) Beamer, and Becky (Brett) Ball. Devoted grandfather of Jeremy (Sandy) Beamer Jr., Austin (Stormie) Beamer, James Raker III, Brian Raker, Makayla Beamer, Zoey Ball, and Declan Ball. Dear great grandfather of Rachel Morgan, Zander Posey - Grisham,...

Mar 16, 2026

Cobern Adkins, born on March 13, 1941, in Olive Hill, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Cobern built a commendable career with MemCor and Triad Utrad. He carried with him cherished memories from his earlier years residing in Huntington, Indiana.

He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ellen Adkins, who stood by his side throughout their...

Mar 14, 2026

Samuel Potts Jr., of Loveland, Ohio. Loving husband of Betty Jane Potts. Caring brother of John Potts, Charles “Butch” Potts, and Janet Armstrong. Sam passed away on March 14, 2026, at the age of 88. He will be greatly missed by his close friends and family.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Sam’s memory may be directed towards Shriners Children's Hospital.

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Mar 14, 2026

John "Jack" Hominy, age 80, of Maineville, passed away March 14, 2026. Beloved husband of 26 years to Margie (nee Levoy) Hominy. Loving father of Jacqueline (Judah) Herman and Joelle (Tim) Gertz. Proud grandfather of Keagan (Brooke) Gertz, Will Gertz, Julian Herman, Jacob Herman and Luke Gertz. Great grandfather of Gavin, Grace and Gwen. Dear brother-in-law of Carol (Jim) Seeley,...

Mar 14, 2026

John G. Laun, III, of Loveland, OH, passed away March 14, 2026, at the age of 65. Beloved son of John G. Laun, Jr., and the late Mildred E. Laun (nee Prince). Cherished brother of Deborah (Daniel) Durham and Sheila (Russell) Young. Caring cousin of Donna, David, Nathan, and Phillip. Loving uncle of Melissa Shell, Crystal Young, Joshua Young, and...

Mar 13, 2026

Brenda J. Miller of Loveland, OH, passed away March 13, 2026, following a long battle with lung cancer. Beloved wife of Scott Miller. Cherished aunt of Kelly J. (Alvin Barrett, Jr.) Caudill. Caring great-aunt of Ava Caudill, Bella Barrett, and Drew Caudill. Brenda also leaves behind an aunt and many cousins and friends who will cherish her memory. She was...

Mar 13, 2026

Jamie Lynn Hedger of Cincinnati. Beloved mother of Nathan Hedger and Jonny Hedger. Loving daughter of Robert (Lisa) Froehlich and the late Sherry Schmidt. Cherished granddaughter of Maryann Schmidt and Carol Daniels. Dear great niece of Joseph (Pam) Henke and niece of Karen (Thomas) Finch, Jeff (Jenny) Schmidt, Debra Kossbiel, Christine Vaughn, Sandra Brown, and Butch (Julie) Froehlich. Devoted friend...

Mar 12, 2026

Bryan James, age 67, of Montgomery, passed away on March 12th, 2026, after a life defined by friendship and connection. He never knew a stranger and was happiest when he had a house full of family or was swapping stories with friends about his biggest catch out on the water. No matter when you were heading home, it was always...

Mar 12, 2026

General Smith of Middletown, OH, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on March 12, 2026, at the age of 79. General was born on May 22, 1946, to James and Lulu Smith. 

General was the beloved husband of Phyllis (nee Veith) Smith and the late Florencie (nee Collett) Smith, loving father of Karen (Gene) Cain, Carol (Roy) Smith...

Mar 11, 2026

Barbara Ann Deeter, née Brown, was born on May 22, 1941, in Cincinnati, Ohio, and passed away on March 11, 2026, in Loveland, Ohio.

Barbara was a cherished member of the Easter Star and Wilmington Bible Baptist, reflecting her steadfast commitment to her spiritual and communal life. She also contributed significantly as a former member of the Blanchester Senior Citizens, where...

Mar 11, 2026

Victor D. Jetter of Milford. Loving son of Rosemarie Bellock and the late Gerald P. Jetter, Sr. Beloved father of Maria Jetter. Cherished grandfather of Lilly Warren, Nova Fehring, Snowe Fehring, and Juniper Fehring. Dear brother of Gerald "Jerry" P. Jetter, Jr. and Danny Jetter. Passed away March 11, 2026 at the age of 58. 

Per Victor's wishes, no services will...

Mar 10, 2026

Greg Ahrens of Cincinnati, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 10th, 2026 at the age of 64.

Loving husband of 18 years to Monica Ahrens. Cherished father of Alec (Kate) Ahrens, Celia (Kevin) Barry, Alex (Sammie) Clark and Matthew (Grace) Clark. Proud grandfather of Nora Ahrens. Caring son of Frederick and Carolyn Ahrens. Treasured brother of Rick and...

Mar 9, 2026

Jonathan “Jon” Shirey of Loveland, Ohio. Loving husband of 27 years to Casey J. Shirey. Devoted father of Corey, Jacob, and Sydney Shirey. Caring brother of Gina (Mateo Britez) Shirey and JoAnna (Michael) Kozlina. Proud uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. Cherished nephew of William (Maureen - deceased) Roenigk, Howard “Bud” (Karyn) Roenigk, J. Richard (Mary Ann Berrian) Roenigk, Glenn...

Mar 6, 2026

Shirley Lynn Messer, born on August 5, 1952, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, in Blanchester, Ohio. She was the beloved owner of her own business and remembered for her entrepreneurial spirit and strong work ethic.

Shirley was a proud graduate of Blanchester High School. Her life was marked by service, having honorably served in the United...

Mar 5, 2026

Clint Merida of Hillsboro, Ohio, passed away at home surrounded by his family on March 5, 2026, at the age of 85. He was born in Barbourville, Kentucky, on January 4, 1941, to the late Matt and Cleo (née Broughton) Merida.

Clint was the beloved husband of 59 years to Brenda (nee Doolin) Merida; loving father of Kathy Jackson and Keisha...