Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Ohio

Doris Hodgson

Doris Hodgson

Dec 25, 2014

How can a grateful son and daughter value their godly mother? By agreeing with the writer of proverbs 31 who writes so eloquently about the priceless worth of a virtuous woman: Born September 14, 1925 to Irma and Leslie Diercks in Moline, IL, Doris Hodgson was the lovely and beloved wife of Robert George Hodgson, who predeceased her in 2000....

Leroy A. Blessing

Leroy A. Blessing

Dec 24, 2014

Leroy "Lee" Albert Blessing, 70, of Loveland, returned to our Lord's loving arms on December 24, 2014. He was born in Cincinnati to caring parents Leonard and Alberta (both deceased). The youngest of three children, Lee loved to tease his sisters Carol Liggett and Lois Womelsdorf. Having a large extended family, Lee was uncle to 7 nieces and nephews. Lee...

Richard Durst

Richard Durst

Dec 24, 2014

Richard "Dicky" Keith , age 58 of Springfield, Ohio, lost his battle with lung cancer early morning on December 24th, 2014. Son of Herbert E. Durst, 81 and the late Helen I. (Pitzer) Durst (1934-1997). Brother of Terry L. Durst, 60; Jerry D. Durst, 54; Vicky L. Conley, 52; and the late Bryan E. Durst, of Springfield, Ohio. He is...

Charles J. Woodley

Charles J. Woodley

Dec 23, 2014

Charles Joseph Woodley, 96, of Milford, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 23, 2014. He was the loving father of Marlene Weyrich, Linda Leaman, Carolyn York, and Charles Woodley; proud grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 17. Charles was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Millie Jane Woodley; parents, Charles and Mae Woodley; brothers, Ronald Woodley,...

Jimmy R. Chess

Jimmy R. Chess

Dec 23, 2014

Jimmy "Jim" Roy Chess of Goshen, Ohio, was received into Heaven on December 23, 2014. He was born on June 16, 1962, in Lima, Ohio to Jimmie (deceased) and Anna "Ann" (nee Ulrich) Chess. He was a wonderful, loving, calm, caring husband of Linda (nee Klosterman) Chess. Jim was a patient, wise, understanding, kind dad to Alisha and Zachary Chess....

Marcy Jo (Nee Constable) Hooks

Marcy Jo (Nee Constable) Hooks

Dec 21, 2014

Marcy Jo Hooks (nee Constable) of Loveland. Loving mother of Stacey Bolin and Christopher "C.J." Stewart (Tanya). Cherished grandmother of Zeke Bolin. Beloved daughter of Wilbur (Sandy) Constable. Dear sister of Kelly Collette, Wilbur Constable (Melissa), Sean Timon (Kelly) and Chad Timon (Melinda). Dear aunt, niece and friend to many. Preceded in death by her husband Shane Hooks and mother...

Dorothy M. Dooley

Dorothy M. Dooley

Dec 21, 2014

Dorothy M. (nee Derrough) of Maineville, OH. Beloved wife of the late John F. Dooley. Loving mother of John R. (Mary) Dooley and Robert A. (Lora) Dooley. Grandmother of Beth (Joe) Peters, Joe (Emilie Johnson) Neiheisel, Rob (Tammy) Dooley, Scott (Tiffiny) Dooley, Kathie (fiance Edmund Besong) Dooley and great-grandmother of Jeremy, Megan and Kyle Peters and Micah, Matthew, Jonathan and...

John L. Paola

John L. Paola

Dec 21, 2014

John L. of Mason. Beloved husband of 54 years to Barbara Paola (nee Reisert). Loving father of Dina (Jim) Schafer, Bob (Mary Jo) Paola, Mark Paola, Amy (Todd) Hall and the late Mary Susan Paola. Proud grandfather of Ashley, Brittany, Luke, Bobby, Michael, Matthew and Mia. Brother of the late Vic Paola and Catherine (Amerigo) Lanzillotta. Many nieces, nephews and...

Joan Lee Dwertman

Joan Lee Dwertman

Dec 20, 2014

Joan Lee Dwertman of St. Bernard. Loving wife of the late Joseph R. Dwertman. Beloved mother of Deborah (Jerry) Steidel, Kathy (Bob) Nienaber, Joseph E. (Catherine) Dwertman, and the late Angela Kay Abell. Proud grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Passed away December 20, 2014 at the age of 83. Family and friends...

Mary L. (Nee Reed) Fugate

Mary L. (Nee Reed) Fugate

Dec 19, 2014

Mary Lorraine (nee Reed) Fugate of Midland, OH. Born on March 3, 1949 in Clarksville, OH. Died peacefully on Friday, December 19, 2014 at the age of 65. Beloved wife of 43 years to Terry Neal Fugate. Loving mother of Rebecca (Robert Smith) Fugate of Ft. Wayne, IN. and Vincent Fugate of Midland, OH. Dear sister of the late Harold...

Virginia Jo (Nee Ison) Schnelle

Virginia Jo (Nee Ison) Schnelle

Dec 18, 2014

Virginia Jo (nee Ison) Schnelle of Loveland, OH. Born on November 21, 1934 in Premium, KY. Went to be with the Lord and her mommy on Thursday, December 18, 2014 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of the late William Charles Schnelle. Loving mother of Gary (Kim) Schnelle, Jeff (Sharon) Schnelle and Bess (Jeff) Clemmons. Caring grandmother of Jessie...

Peter A. Leeds

Peter A. Leeds

Dec 17, 2014

Peter A. age 73, of Cincinnati died unexpectedly on Dec. 17, 2014. He is survived by his wife Erika, his daughter Lenaya Speece, step-children and grandchildren. Services to be held at a future date and time.

Gwenyth Leif Burke

Gwenyth Leif Burke

Dec 17, 2014

Gwenyth Leif Burke of The Villages, FL. Loving wife of the late Thomas William Burke. Beloved mother of Tom (Adla Ann) Burke, Betty (Jamie) Kaufmann, and Helen (Art) Swindlehurst. Proud grandmother of Sean Burke, Adla-Marie Burke, JT (Laura) Kaufmann, Tucker Kaufmann, Patrick Kaufmann, Norie Kaufmann, Carrie (Bill) Ebner, and Jeffrey Johns. Great grandmother of Taylor and Tyler Ebner and Joseph...

Timothy A. Nicodemus

Timothy A. Nicodemus

Dec 17, 2014

Timothy A. Nicodemus of Batavia. Loving son of Walter and Shirley Nicodemus. Beloved father of Roxanne (Matthew) Laney, Ryan Nicodemus, Ronald Nicodemus, Robert Nicodemus, and Ross Nicodemus. Proud grandfather of Baylee Laney. Dear brother of Sally Nicodemus and Jenny Kellar. Former husband of Patricia Nicodemus. Devoted fianc of Tammy Hendricks. Passed away December 17, 2014 at age 52. Family and...

Della Mae (Nee Taylor) Monhollen

Della Mae (Nee Taylor) Monhollen

Dec 17, 2014

Della Mae (nee Taylor) Monhollen of Goshen, OH. Born on May 16, 1933 in Kentucky, was called home on Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Arlis Monhollen. Loving mother of James Waugh, Joe Waugh, Penny (Dave Warren) Waugh, Mike (Susan Lucas) Monhollen and the late Linda Waugh, Violet Faye Waugh and John...

Deborah O'Bryan Bing

Deborah O'Bryan Bing

Dec 16, 2014

Deborah O'Bryan Bing. Loving mother of Scott and Michael Bing. Beloved sister of Kathy Robben (Gregg) and Steve O'Bryan (Teresa). Dear aunt of Bryan Robben (Michelle), Brenda Robben, Stephanie O'Bryan (Matt McGuire) and Ben, Andrew and Lauren O'Bryan. Great aunt of Bryce Robben. Passed away December 16, 2014 at the age of 62. Mass of Christian Burial will be held...

Joan W. (Van Gieson) Miracle

Joan W. (Van Gieson) Miracle

Dec 16, 2014

Joan W. (Van Gieson) Miracle of Goshen, OH. Born on August 22, 1931 in Cincinnati, OH. Passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at the age of 83. Beloved wife of the late Leonard Miracle. Loving mother of Paulette Miracle. Caring grandmother of Trent Snell and the late Leonard Snell and Kathy Snell. Proud great-grandmother of Travis Snell and Amber...

Patricia J. Pyles

Patricia J. Pyles

Dec 15, 2014

Patricia J Pyles of Milford, Ohio passed to eternal life on Monday, December 15th, 2014. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Lowell Pyles, 2 children, Patty (Heath Cookendorfer) Cronin & Jeff (Shelly) Pyles. 8 grandchildren: Steve (Allison) Cronin, Billy (Megan) Cronin, Ryan (Ali) Cronin, Daniel Pyles, Christin (Josh) McAneney, Allison (Nico Nesci) Pyles, David Pyles and Sam...

Evelyn J. Flynn (Nee Grove)

Evelyn J. Flynn (Nee Grove)

Dec 14, 2014

Evelyn J. Flynn (nee Grove). Beloved wife of the late Joe Flynn. Loving mother of Kathy Flynn and Lawrence "Larry" Flynn (Regina). Cherished Nana of Heather and Kyle Flynn. Dear sister of Ronald Grove, David Grove and the late Larry Grove and Richard Grove. Active member of the Eastern Star for over 30 years. Passed away December 14, 2014 at...

Jonathan Holtzclaw

Jonathan Holtzclaw

Dec 13, 2014

Jonathan Holtzclaw, of Cincinnati. Devoted son of Bob and Monika van Treeck Holtzclaw. Dear brother of Kristina Holtzclaw and Daniel (Savannah) Holtzclaw. Loving grandson of Werner and Wilma van Treeck. Jonathan is also survived by numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Jonathan passed away suddenly on Saturday December 13, 2014 at the age of 26 Family and friends will be received...