Obituaries

Mar 18, 2025

Jane Clare (Janie) Schaefer (née Schehl), a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, friend, and teacher, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was 75 years old.

Born on August 15, 1949, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Janie was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Jane Schehl (née Polewski). One...

Mar 17, 2025

Brandon Lee Clark went home to be with God on Monday, March 17, 2025. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Meemaw, Papaw, Mimi, and Grandad. Survived by his loving mother, Sally Dygert; father and stepmother, Richard and Frances Clark; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Brandon was a 2019 graduate of Lakota East High School,...

Mar 17, 2025

Shelby Leah Miller of Blanchester, Ohio, passed in a tragic auto accident on March 17, 2025, at the age of 27.

Born on August 9, 1997, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Raised in Blanchester, Ohio, Shelby graduated from Blanchester High School, class of 2015. She went on to obtain her Associate's Degree from Southern State Community College in 2017....

Mar 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith (Judy) Hirschauer, who peacefully left this world on March 17, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on January 20, 1940, in Greenhills, Ohio, Judy was a beacon of love and laughter, whose infectious smile and spirited laugh touched the lives of everyone she encountered.

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Mar 16, 2025

Norman Harvey passed away on March 16, 2025. He was the son of Harold and Mary Susan (nee Smith) and grew in the Findlay, Ohio area. After high school, Norman joined the United States Air Force, serving 20 years. He obtained a Bachelor's degree and retired from the State of Ohio.

He is survived by his wife,...

Mar 15, 2025

Mark Allen Mider, 76, of Blanchester, OH passed away on March 15, 2025. Born April 12, 1948, to the late Bill and Wanda (nee Siegler) Mider.

Loving brother of Mike (Linda) Mider, Mitch (Sharon) Mider, Matt (Kelly) Mider, Melinda (Sean) McGill, Melissa "Bee" (Eric) Dunkle, Martin John (Tammy) Mider, and Michelle Amy (Howie) Coleman. Loving Father of...

Mar 15, 2025

Elaine C. Caraccilo

1937-2025

Beloved wife of the late Nicholas J. Caraccilo. Loving mother of Nick (Theresa Klum) Caraccilo and Joseph Caraccilo. Cherished grandmother of Alexis Caraccilo and Olivia Caraccilo. Passed away March 15, 2025 at the age of 87.

Elaine was known for her love of dancing and impersonations. She was homecoming...

Mar 14, 2025

Arnold Leo Huber was born March 31, 1966, in Cincinnati, Ohio, and passed away on March 14, 2025, at the age of 58.

He was the beloved husband of Donna R. (nee Estepp) Huber; loving father of Anthony L. (Casey) Huber and Alyssa (Zachary) Sizemore; dear brother of Tina Freeman; proud uncle of Ashlee Robinson and Aleshia...

Mar 14, 2025

Irene Faye (nee Williamson) Sturgill of Goshen, OH., went home to be with the Lord on March 14, 2025, at the age of 85. Irene was born on January 23, 1940, in Cincinnati, OH to Herbert and Sarah Williamson.

Irene was a Goshen Local School District Bus Driver "Bus 14" for many years. She adored and loved...

Mar 14, 2025

Donna Mae Lewis (nee Groves) was born in Goshen, Ohio, March 2, 1922. She reached the amazing age of 103 before passing on March 14, 2025, following a short illness.

Donna attended school in Goshen, had excellent grades and was a star on the girl's basketball team. After graduation she attended business school and worked for Baldwin...

Mar 13, 2025

Roger Beller passed away in his home in Loveland on March 13, 2025 at the age of 87.

Roger was born on March 15, 1937 in Lockport, NY, to Adolf and Ilse (Maneck) Beller, who immigrated to the US from Germany in the late 1920s. He earned his Bachelor's degree in mathematics from Ohio University in Athens,...

Mar 13, 2025

Christopher Michael Dugan, 45, of Liberty Township, OH, passed away on March 13, 2025. He was a caring father, son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. Chris touched the lives of many with his immense generosity, sharp humor, and huge heart. His passing leaves a void that can never be filled, but his memory will live on with those who...

Mar 13, 2025

Sharon Agnes (nee Lysaght) Ballman of Loveland.  Loving wife of the late Michael R. Ballman.  Devoted mother of Brian Ballman, Jennifer (M. Craig) Bailey, and Michelle (Jack Nieter) Ballman.  Beloved grandmother of Aly Ballman, Zach Ballman, Reece Bailey, Mackenzie Bailey, Jenna Ballman, Myka Bailey, and Brady Ballman.  Dear daughter of the late William Lysaght and Laverne (Nee Gunkel) Lysaght...

Mar 11, 2025

Joseph "Joe" Bay Norton Sr. of Maineville, OH, passed away March 11, 2025, at the age of 78. Beloved husband of 57 years to Donnadele Norton (nee Hunsicker). Devoted father of Maria (Frank) Smith, Joseph (Christy) Norton II, Adam Norton, Colleen (Richard) Paul-Hus, and the late Nicholas Norton. Cherished grandfather of Ben (Bry) Smith, Sam Smith, Emma Smith, Annabella...

Mar 10, 2025

Randall "Randy" Stephen Goble of Loveland, OH., went home to be with the Lord on March 10, 2025, at the age of 73. Randy was born on June 2, 1951, in Cincinnati, OH to John and Betty Goble.

Randy graduated from Goshen High School in 1969. On February 16, 1974, Randy married the love of his life,...

Mar 9, 2025

Stanley G. Wells of Maineville.  Beloved husband of 60 years to Iva (nee Towe) Wells.  Loving father of Lisa (Steve) Gatliff and Teresa Wells.  Cherished grandfather of Connor (Jessica) Gatliff.  Dear brother of Shirley (Marion) Moore, Pat (Ray) Gaskin, Kathy (Larry) Herren, Kay (Ed) Murray, and the late Teddy Rahe.   Proud to be an uncle to numerous nieces and...

Mar 8, 2025

Troy Edward Large of Bethel. Devoted husband of 57 years to Grace Juanita Large. Loving father of Melissa Large, Curtis Edward Large and Scott Allen (Tarynn) Large. Proud grandfather of Troy Weathers, Alexis Large and Alayna Large. Dear brother of Tony (Cathy) Large and the late JL Large, Charlotte Large, Linda Large Fessell and Charles Large. Passed away March...

Mar 8, 2025

Ricky A. McQuery of Loveland, OH, passed away March 8, 2025, at the age of 66. Beloved husband of the late Carolyn McQuery. Devoted dad of Sierra Brooke Busch. Dear friend of Sherry Scalf. Cherished pappaw of Baylee, Rylan, and Colton. Loving son of Buddy and Dorothy McQuery. Caring brother of Karen (David) Adams, Jon McQuery, and the late...

Mar 6, 2025

Bruce Bodley of Loveland. Bruce was born June 3, 1956, to his late parents Laurence & Maxine (Wolbers) Bodley. Bruce is survived by His loving sister and life companion Mary Jo Bodley and his brother Larry (Sheri) Bodley. Bruce was preceded in death by his brothers Bob (Cynthia) Bodley and Charles (Carol Ann) Bodley. He is survived by his...

Mar 6, 2025

Errol G. Everson of Montgomery, OH, passed away March 6, 2025, at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Marilyn Everson (Newell) for 64 years. Loving father of Mark (Sara Michaels) Everson, David (Christine) Everson, and Kathleen (Chris Nunn) Everson. Cherished grandfather of Aidan Everson, Anya Everson, Megan Everson, William Everson, Kali Everson, and Lucas Portwine. Caring brother of...