Obituaries

Obituaries

Russell Lloyd Edwards

Russell Lloyd Edwards

Oct 6, 2025

Russell Lloyd Edwards, 72, of Loveland, Ohio, passed away surrounded by loved ones in his home on October 6, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, son, uncle, cousin, mentor, friend, game master, and story teller, and he will be profoundly missed.

Russ (known to many as "Rusty") was born in Emporia, Kansas, on June 3,...

Joshua David Cook

Joshua David Cook

Oct 5, 2025

Joshua David Cook of Loveland. Loving father of Sydney and Teagan Cook. Devoted son of Kelly (Roy) Wright and the late Jeffery "Blaine" Cook. Dear brother of Jill (Wayne) Lawson, Brandon Cook, Jessica Cook. Beloved step brother of Roy Wright Jr., and Jared Wright. Caring nephew of Frank (Joni) Gilbert, Brenda McFarland, Brian Cook. Cherished cousin of Drew Gilbert...

Willodene Brandenburg

Willodene Brandenburg

Oct 5, 2025

Willodene M Brandenburg, 94, of Midland, Ohio passed October 5, 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by loving family.

She was born in Smithville, TN. Her family moved to Blanchester in 1942, and she graduated from Blanchester High School, Class of 1948. Willodene retired as plant manager from CCPI in Blanchester.

Willodene, lovingly known as "Nana"...

Father Thomas R. Axe

Father Thomas R. Axe

Oct 4, 2025

Father Thomas R. Axe, age 91, passed away October 4, 2025. Father Tom was ordained in 1960, serving in the priesthood for 65 years.

Tom entered St. Gregory Seminary, Cincinnati for high school and undergraduate studies, and studied theology at Mount St. Mary's Seminary of the West, Norwood. Father Axe received a master's degree in history from...

George A. Wolbers

George A. Wolbers

Oct 4, 2025

George A. Wolbers, 94, left this world on October 4, 2025, after a life well-lived and full of love, laughter, and adventure.

George was born in Loveland, Ohio and resided there for most of his 94 years. His final residence was in Milford, Ohio. He was a well-known friend to many with a personality that could light...

James A. Malott

James A. Malott

Oct 2, 2025

James A. Malott, age 86, passed away October 2, 2025. Beloved husband of 5 years to Rebecca Hendrigsman Malott and the late Wilma J. Malott. Loving father of Cindy (Jim) Katsetos, Doug (the late Kim) Moon, Connie (Steven) Ayers, Jamie (Tina) Malott and the late Danny (Sharon) Moon. Stepfather of Bethany (Brian) Campbell, Andrew (deceased) (Amberley) Hendrigsman, Joseph (Amy)...

Mary Jo "Jody" Liebert

Mary Jo "Jody" Liebert

Sep 29, 2025

Mary Jo "Jody" Liebert (nee Hatfield) of Cincinnati. Jody was born February 13, 1953, to her late parents John M. & Helen (nee Thurner) Hatfield. Jody is survived by her beloved husband Jeff Liebert. loving children Jamie Liebert, Casey (Aimee) Liebert, Melissa Liebert (Will) Sterling, Megan Liebert (Kevin) Kelly. Devoted grandmother of Maddie Liebert, Jake Liebert, Louis Liebert, Mac...

Homer C. Harper

Homer C. Harper

Sep 29, 2025

Homer C. Harper, 83, of Clarksville, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on September 29, 2025.

Born October 13, 1941, in Clarksville, Ohio, son of Patton and Olma (Whitley) Harper. Homer was a long-time member of the Pleasant Grove Church of God. His passion was family, farming, and his horses.

Homer was the...

Carla Lynn Jenkins

Carla Lynn Jenkins

Sep 29, 2025

Carla Lynn (nee Blankenship) Jenkins of Hamilton, OH, went home to be with the Lord on September 29, 2025, at the age of 57. Carla was born on May 7, 1968, in Mariemont, OH, to Carl and Linda Blankenship.

Carla was the loving mother of Allie Jenkins and Camry (Dylan Spivey) Jenkins, beloved girlfriend of Terry Ross,...

Jeannine Marie Reynolds

Jeannine Marie Reynolds

Sep 28, 2025

Jeannine Marie Reynolds, 69, of Hays, NC, passed away on September 28, 2025, in her home after a long illness.

Jeannine was the beloved wife of 28 years to Michael Reynolds. She was the devoted mother of Regina Houldridge, Mai Hirth, Jacinta Dang; dear sister of Lisa Fields, Jackie Staton, Donna Scully, and David Ashba. She was...

Shawn G. Glass

Shawn G. Glass

Sep 28, 2025

Shawn G. "American Dream" Glass of Goshen, OH, went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly and far too soon on September 28, 2025, at the age of 51. Shawn was born on March 9, 1974, in Mariemont, OH.

He is the beloved son of Jackie "Jack" Leon and Carol Jean "Jeanie" (nee Girvin) Glass, loving brother...

Joseph H. Steele Iii

Joseph H. Steele Iii

Sep 28, 2025

Joseph "Joe" H. Steele III of Goshen, OH, passed away on September 28, 2025, at the age of 81. Joe was born on August 17, 1944, in Loveland, OH to Joseph Jr. and Eva Steele.

Joe was the beloved husband of the late Bonnie Sue (nee Mason) Steele, loving father of Kim Fite, Joe (Kristi) Steele, Stacey...

Lillie Mae Sevier

Lillie Mae Sevier

Sep 28, 2025

Lillie Mae Sevier, 90, of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away on September 28, 2025, in Loveland, Ohio.

She was the beloved mother of Richard W. Hensley, Sr. (Jacquelin Fetters) and Rhonda Mitchell; dear sister of Joe Tom Greene.

Lillie was preceded in death by her husbands, Clarence Hensley and Odel Mitchell; son, Donald Hensley; parents, Isom...

Amy "Marianna" Friesel

Amy "Marianna" Friesel

Sep 27, 2025

Amy "Marianna" Friesel, age 71, of Germantown, passed away September 27, 2025.She was born on May 12, 1954, in Dayton, OH to the late George and Virginia Friesel, III. Cherished sister of George Adam (Pam) Friesel and Cheri (John) Huston. Proud aunt of Heather Huston, Erin Huston, Lisa Huston, John Huston, Adam Huston, Nathan Friesel and Greg Friesel. Also...

Stephen Matthew Matson

Stephen Matthew Matson

Sep 23, 2025

Stephen Matthew Matson of Loveland, OH, passed away on September 23, 2025, at the age of 76. Stephen was born on May 25, 1949, in Laramie, Wyoming, to Morris and Marjorie Matson.

Stephen is the beloved husband of 44 years to Caron Sue (nee Gosser) Matson, loving father of Penny (Leo) Fernandes, Michael (Bobbi Jo) Matson, Talon...

Harry R. Zielke

Harry R. Zielke

Sep 23, 2025

Harry R. Zielke of Montgomery, OH, passed away September 23, 2025, at the age of 85. Beloved husband of 60 years to Margaret Zielke (nee Lindert). Devoted father of Christa (Kevin Worthington) Zielke and Erik (Angela Haltom) Zielke. He warmly welcomed Evelyn Kunkel and Sean Worthington as his step-grandchildren.

Family and friends will be received Wednesday, October...

Michael "Mike" Edward Mayer

Michael "Mike" Edward Mayer

Sep 21, 2025

Michael "Mike" Edward Mayer of Goshen, OH, went home to be with the Lord on September 21, 2025, at the age of 81. Mike was born on September 12, 1944, in Cincinnati, OH to Edward and Delsie Mayer.

Mike is the beloved husband of 46 years to Beverly Joyce (nee Waddle) Mayer, loving father of Brian (Heather)...

Margaret "Peggy" L. Mason

Margaret "Peggy" L. Mason

Sep 20, 2025

Margaret "Peggy" L. Mason, 78, of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away on September 20, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Mason; son, Damon Lee Mason; parents, Paul and Ruth (Strotmeyer) Crone; brothers, Eddie Crone and David Crone.

Peggy is survived by her beloved sisters, Donna Lloyd, Mary Murphy, Paula Petrone, and Robyn...

Thomas Edward Kucia

Thomas Edward Kucia

Sep 19, 2025

Thomas Edward Kucia of Cincinnati, OH, passed away September 19, 2025, at the age of 74.

Beloved son of the late Eileen (Kispert) Kucia and the late Frank Kucia. Cherished brother of Carole (the late Joseph) Albers, John (Mary) Kucia, Dave (Marcia) Kucia, and Steve Kucia. Caring uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Family and...

Donald P. Meyer, Jr.

Donald P. Meyer, Jr.

Sep 19, 2025

Donald P. Meyer, Jr. of Cincinnati. Devoted husband of 45 years to Sandra (nee Capehart) Meyer. Loving father of Kevin (Kate) Meyer and Ashley (Richie) Reinhardt. Proud Pappy of Marlowe Meyer, Seth Meyer, Greyson Reinhardt, Jackson Reinhardt and Emersyn Reinhardt. Beloved son of Margaret and the late Donald Meyer, Sr. Dear brother of Sheri Miller and the late Deborah...