Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Ohio

James Earl Redden

James Earl Redden

Nov 19, 2024

James Earl Redden, 90, of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away on November 19, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Born October 23, 1934, in Brooksville, Kentucky, son of Edward and Sudie (nee Mockbee) Redden. James enjoyed fishing and camping with his family. He had a passion for gardening which he did with the help of his wife.

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Donna Marie Brizzolara

Donna Marie Brizzolara

Nov 17, 2024

Donna Marie Brizzolara, aged 63, passed away on November 17, 2024, in Loveland, Ohio. Born on January 13, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois.

Donna lived a life marked by devotion, trustworthiness, and a deep love for her family and friends. Donna's professional life was characterized by over three decades of dedicated service at Kroger, where she was respected...

Joan Lee Ostendorf

Joan Lee Ostendorf

Nov 17, 2024

Joan Lee (nee McSwain) formerly of Loveland, OH.  Passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at the age of 93 in Jacksonville, FL.  Loving wife of the late Harold A. Ostendorf.  Beloved mother of Beverly (Gary) Cox and Harold "Hal" (Joey) Ostendorf.  Dear grandmother of Gary Gardner, Michael (Fionnula) Gardner, Chad Cox and great grandmother of Gavin Gardner,...

Dustin  Hunter Colvin

Dustin Hunter Colvin

Nov 16, 2024

Dustin Hunter Colvin of Cincinnati, OH, passed away unexpectedly on November 16, 2024, at the age of 32. Dustin was born on January 16, 1992, in Columbus, Mississippi to Billy Colvin and Donna Harris.

Dustin is survived by his beloved daughter, Micah and her mother, Bailey Cooper; mother, Donna Harris; three brothers, Paar (Cindy) Colvin, Dodie Colvin...

Debbi Branzski

Debbi Branzski

Nov 14, 2024

Debbi Branzski of Maineville, OH, passed away November 14, 2024, at the age of 65. Beloved wife of Michael Branzski. Cherished daughter of Edward Broderick and the late Yvonne Ruth Hill (nee Yeager). Devoted mother of Destiny Vargo, David (Ericka) Broderick, and Douglas Broderick. Loving grandmother of Sierra Schnelle, Angelia Snellgrove, Ava Snellgrove, AlecXander Snellgrove, David Austin, Brandon Smith,...

Jenny May

Jenny May

Nov 14, 2024

Jennifer (nee Estep) May of Blanchester, OH passed on November 14, 2024, at the age of 61. Jennifer was born on August 8, 1963, to the late Leo and Ona Lee (nee Dwelly) Estep.

Loving mother of Kyle and Adam May. Proud grandmother of Logan, McKenna, Kourtney, and Addison May. Dear sister of Connie Estep, Janette (Sam)...

Mary  Ann Braun

Mary Ann Braun

Nov 13, 2024

Mary Ann Braun (Nee Suer). Mary Ann passed away Wednesday November 13, 2024, surrounded by her family. Mary Ann was born in Cincinnati (Kennedy Heights) February 1, 1929, to her late parents John Henry and Amelia (Nee Schoettelkotte) Suer. Wife of the late Edward H Braun. Loving Mother and Mother-in-law of Kathy & Lee Cheek, Bill & Dana Braun....

Judith A. Gloff

Judith A. Gloff

Nov 13, 2024

Judith A. Gloff (nee Spicer) of Maineville. Beloved wife of the late William "Bill" Gloff, Sr. Loving mother of Patty Kay Shanahan Chisman (Frank), Tommy Shanahan (deceased) and William Michael Gloff, Jr. (Teresa). Proud grandmother and great grandmother of Rachel Ann Chisman, Olivia Crain (Eric), Kaneda Crain, Evie Crain, Michael Gloff, Miranda Gloff, Mackenzie Gloff, Kristen Gloff (deceased) and...

Ada Effie Sneed

Ada Effie Sneed

Nov 13, 2024

Ada "Effie" Cox Sneed (nee Humfleet), formerly of Maineville Ohio, passed away November 13, 2024, at age 92.

Beloved wife of the late Rodney W. Cox and Albert Preston Sneed. Loving mother to Judy Luti, Randy (Phyllis) Cox, Rodger (deceased) (Janice) Cox, Robin D. (Steve) Geohegan and Gayla (deceased) (Steve) Ritzie. Proud grandmother of Randell (Katie) Cox,...

Mary Audrey Kirschbaum

Mary Audrey Kirschbaum

Nov 11, 2024

Mary Audrey (nee Wimberg) Kirschbaum of Cincinnati. Beloved wife of Allen L. Kirschbaum. Loving mother of Joseph Albert Kirschbaum. Cherished grandmother of Cassandra Kirschbaum and Joe Livingston. Great grandmother of Archer Vincent and Emma. Dear sister of the late Barbara Schloss, Catherine Jeanne Saltzman, Robert Wimberg and James Wimberg. Worked in retail management until retiring and loved anyone whom...

Jimmy Cupp

Jimmy Cupp

Nov 11, 2024

Jimmy Cupp of Goshen, OH, passed away November 11, 2024, at the age of 74. Beloved husband of 55 years to Imogene Cupp (nee Wilder). Devoted father of Teresa Ann (Duane) Sears, Joshua Dale (Angela) Cupp, and the late Jason William Cupp. Cherished grandfather of Zackary (Stephenie) Cupp, Tyler (Kayla) Cupp, Lindsey Sears, Eliza Cupp, Emmitt Cupp, and Easton...

Philip L. Mcdonald

Philip L. Mcdonald

Nov 8, 2024

Philip L. McDonald, age 80, of Loveland. Survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Pamela McDonald; son, Philip Lee McDonald; sister, Judy Mau; and nephews, Stephen Mau, Michael Mau and Jon Mau. Passed away November 8, 2024.

Phil was a proud U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. He was a devoted coach of the 7th and 8th grade...

William Jackson Cromer

William Jackson Cromer

Nov 8, 2024

William "Jack" Cromer, 73, of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on November 8, 2024.

Born December 24, 1950, in Somerset, Kentucky, son of Jonas and Beatrice (nee Kirby) Cromer. Jack proudly served his country as a soldier in the US Army. He retired from Cincinnati Milacron after 30 plus years. His faith was a big part of...

Allen C. Wernke

Allen C. Wernke

Nov 7, 2024

Allen Wernke, aged 63, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on November 7, 2024, after a courageous 9-year battle with colon cancer. He was a beloved husband of 41 years to Joan (née Bachman); loving father of Patti (Derek) Endres, Brian (Tori) Wernke and Karen Wernke; and Papa to Olivia, Zack, Sam and Emma. Allen is also survived by...

Sharon L. Ward

Sharon L. Ward

Nov 7, 2024

Sharon L. (nee Hoppe) Ward of Goshen, OH, went home to be with the Lord on November 7, 2024, at the age of 80. Sharon was born on December 15, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri to Russell and Ruth Hoppe.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Clarence "Cliff" Earl Ward; two sons, Michael Ward and Daniel...

Robert H. Fuson, Jr.

Robert H. Fuson, Jr.

Nov 6, 2024

Robert H. Fuson Jr., aged 65, passed away on November 6, 2024, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on November 24,1958, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Bob was a man of great kindness and generosity, with a profound love for his family and the great outdoors.

He graduated from Loveland High School and furthered his education with two years at Motlow...

Matthew E. Paytes

Matthew E. Paytes

Nov 4, 2024

Matthew E. Paytes of Loveland, OH, passed away November 4, 2024, at the age of 53. Cherished brother of Sandy (Jack) Shank, Carmen (the late Ed) Vinsant, Gregory (Kathy) Paytes, Debbie (Kenny) Harris, Delynn Paytes, Randy Paytes, and Danny (Sandy) Paytes. Caring uncle of Carrie, Sara, Ransom, Danielle, Kayla, Seth, Bud, Cody, Megan, Katelyn, Jacob, Michael, Derick, Junior, Randy,...

 Terance "Terry" Jerome Kozminski

Terance "Terry" Jerome Kozminski

Nov 4, 2024

Terance "Terry" Jerome Kozminski of Lynchburg, OH. Passed away on November 4, 2024, at the age of 66. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI in 1958 to Delores and Jerome Kozminski.

Terry is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Susan D. (nee Neuman) Kozminski; his daughter Kate M. (Nicholas) Strilka and daughter Cari A....

Shirley J. Jacobs

Shirley J. Jacobs

Oct 31, 2024

Shirley J. Jacobs, passed away on October 31, 2024, at the age of 91.

Shirley was involved in her community, serving on the Clinton County Board of Health and the 20th Century Club. She loved the outdoors, playing bridge, gardening, and traveling with friends. Shirley had many culinary talents, especially her pies. She thoroughly enjoyed her family...

Amanda Forman

Amanda Forman

Oct 31, 2024

Amanda Forman of Vandalia, OH, passed away October 31, 2024, at the age of 49. Beloved daughter of Elisheva (Steve) Shurts and the late Charles "Butch" Forman. Devoted mother of Nicholas (Lacey) Reed, Morgan Walker, Danielle Walker, Sky Walker, Leonard Walker, and the late John Walker. Cherished grandmother of Charlee Reed and Lucas Reed. Caring sister of Sean (Mel)...