Obituaries
Obituaries
William "Billy" White
Jun 8, 2026
William "Billy" White of Maineville, OH, passed away June 8, 2026, at the age of 37.
Treasured Son to N. Lynette Crowley-White. Devoted son to Russell D White, and forever friend-and god son to R Todd Fritz. Cherished father of Arianna M. White, Terralyn M. White, and Christian W E White. Caring brother of Shane White and Trapper Dabney. Loving uncle...
Nelson Miles McLeese Jr.
Jun 8, 2026
Nelson Miles McLeese Jr. of South Lebanon, Ohio. Loving husband of late Mary Margaret McLeese. Cherished father of James (Dee Dee) McLeese and Deborah (Duane) Riley. Devoted grandfather of Michael Osborne, Jamie Mosley, Erik McLeese, Paige Long, Thalia Lewis and the late Bobby Osborne III and Joshua Lewis. Proud great grandfather of Bobby Osborne IIII, Nelson Osborne, Cydney Lewis, Joshua...
Sharon Bobo
Jun 7, 2026
Sharon Ann Bobo (nee Keefer) is formerly of Loveland, Ohio. Sharon was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 20, 1943. She is proceeded in death of her parents Edward Patrick Keefer and Peggy Ann McCoy Keefer.
Sharon is survived by her loving husband John Bobo, Devoted Children: Scott (Felena) Bobo, Debbie (Ricky) Grubb. Beloved Grandchildren; Brandon (Dana) Grubb, Jake (Lauren) Bobo,...
Kent Blair
Jun 7, 2026
Kent Blair of Loveland, OH, passed away June 7, 2026, at the age of 76. Cherished partner of Patricia Melson. Devoted father of Nathan (Cassondra) Blair, Tommy Blair, and Wendy Logue. Beloved grandfather of Ava Blair, James and Melia Coleman, and Joey Heimlich. Caring brother of Deborah Blair Porter, Kathleen Nohr Pesusic, David Blair, Karen Blair Foley, and the late...
Bonita "Bonnie" Ann Williams
Jun 7, 2026
Bonita "Bonnie" Ann (nee Legutko) of Loveland, OH formerly of Buffalo, NY and South Riding, VA. Cherished daughter of the late Edward and Lottie (nee Szuba) Legutko. Beloved mother of Kristen (Denver) Haught and the late Kendra (Mark Weiford) Williams. Loving grandmother of Grace Haught, Emily Haught, Audrey Haught and Colin Weiford. Loving sister of the late Edward Legutko. Passed...
Sue Jeanette Estep
Jun 7, 2026
Sue Jeanette Estep (Vanhook) passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, in Waynesville, Ohio. Born on September 4, 1942, in Somerset, Kentucky, Sue lived a life defined by devotion, creativity, and an unwavering love for her family. As a homemaker, she poured her heart into creating a warm, welcoming home where everyone felt cared for.
Sue was the beloved daughter of...
Judith L. Ames
Jun 6, 2026
Judith L. Ames (nee Parker) of Maineville, Ohio. Loving wife of the late Fredrick M. Ames. Cherished mother of the late Fredrick “Mark” Ames. Dear sister of Daniel (Jeannie) Parker, Bonnie Knapp, and the late Gerald Parker. Proud aunt of Amy, Vicki, Billie, Liza, Jackie, and Beverly. Passed away on June 6, 2026, at the age of 83. Judy will...
Thomas F. Ross
Jun 5, 2026
Thomas Fulton Ross of Loveland, Ohio, went peacefully and joyfully into Glory on June 5, 2026, at the age of 87. Tom was the beloved husband of the late Gayle Bodley Ross, doting father of Pastor Tom Ross and Dawn Ross Jerger, and cherished “Papaw” of Katie, Joshua, Aaron, Alexandra, Samantha, Cody, and Cory. He was “Big Pap” to eight...
Jarod Michael Hirsch
Jun 5, 2026
Jarod Michael Hirsch, a dedicated son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend died June 5, 2026, at the age of 54. Jarod was born July 13, 1971, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He lived a life rich in outdoor adventure, learning, and laughter with family and friends.
Jarod was a graduate of Loveland High School. He played golf as a high school student and...
Rosemary Elizabeth Duvelius
Jun 4, 2026
Rosemary Elizabeth Duvelius of Loveland, OH. Daughter of the late Chris and Catherine Duvelius. Dear sister of the late Alberta and Henrietta Duvelius. Passed away on June 4, 2026, at the age of 90.
Family and friends will be received on Tuesday June 16 from 10:15 - 11:15 AM at St. Columban Catholic Church, 894 Oakland Rd, Loveland where Mass of...
Troy David Maret
Jun 3, 2026
Troy David Maret, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on June 3, 2026, in Wilmington, Ohio. Born on August 26, 1967, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Troy’s life was marked by unwavering commitment to his family and the many lives he touched throughout his years.
Troy is survived by his beloved wife, Lyndsay Maret. Children, Troy David Maret, Jr., Heather (Derek)...
Larry Hager
Jun 3, 2026
Larry Hager, a cherished husband, devoted father, and beloved grandfather, passed away on June 3, 2026, in Morrow, Ohio. Born on March 24, 1952, in Menifee County, Kentucky.
Larry's journey began in the rolling hills of Kentucky, where he was raised by his parents, Cephas and Dorothy Hager, who have since preceded him in death. Larry was a loving husband to...
Kevin Taylor Howell
Jun 3, 2026
Kevin Taylor Howell of Goshen, OH, after 17 long months, he fought a good fight and on June 3, 2026, he peacefully passed away at the age of 60. Kevin was born on May 17, 1966, in Cincinnati, OH.
He is the beloved husband of 36 years to Kristie Angela (nee Fritz) Howell, loving father of Lauren (Ricky) Kairn, Becca (Tyler)...
Ronald Perry Hopkins
Jun 2, 2026
Ronald “Ron” Perry Hopkins, age 80, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, at home surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on November 28, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Ron was a proud lifelong resident of the Loveland area. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, veteran and friend whose life was defined by his unwavering love for...
Richard "Dick" Eckels
Jun 2, 2026
Our dear, Richard "Dick" passed away on June 2, at the age of 90. He was born on April 6, grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, to Phyillis & August Eckels with his brother Phillip. For 59 years, Dick was married to the love of his life, Laurel. They built their life together, side by side, raising Kathy and Mike.
Dick will...
Christopher Robin Nicholas Ward
May 31, 2026
Christopher Robin Nicholas Ward of Hillsboro, OH, passed away on May 31, 2026, at the age of 31. Christopher was born on October 6, 1994, in Montgomery, OH.
Christopher was the beloved husband of Kelsey Walker, loving father of Trinity Marshall, Brooklyn Marshall and Bentley Marshall, cherished son of Nicholas Ian Ward and Bobby Jean (nee Hill) Ward, proud grandson of...
Thomas Francis Barrett
May 29, 2026
Thomas Francis Barrett passed away on May 29, 2026 in the comfort of his home surrounded by people who loved him. Tom leaves behind his loving wife Karen and their four children: his daughter, Mary, and her husband, Thomas, along with their children Jonathan and Alison; his son, Thomas, and his wife, Robin, along with their children Keara and Quinn;...
James Bryan Vest
May 27, 2026
James Bryan Vest of Springfield, OH passed away unexpectedly on May 27, 2026 at the age of 55.
He was born on November 30, 1970 to Pamela Huffman and James E. Vest.
James lived a life full of stories, experiences, passions, and friends and family. He will be remembered for his thoughtfulness, a person who was always ready to be there for...
Lawrence Lee Frisby
May 27, 2026
Lawrence Lee Frisby of Batavia, OH, passed away May 27, 2026, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of 66 years to the late Patricia E. Frisby. Cherished father of L. Douglas (Kathy) Frisby, David (the late Melanie) Frisby, Vicki (Steve) Wallace, and Shari (Danny) Siler. Proud grandfather of David (Sara) Frisby Jr., Joshua (Sarah) Frisby, Angie (Sheldon) McNeil, Tracy...
Edward & Mary Grainger
May 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and comforting sorrow that we announce the passings of Ed and Mary Grainger of Batavia on May 27, 2026 and May 25, 2026.
Ed was born on September 22, 1933 in Bellevue, Kentucky, the youngest of six sons to George and Thelma Grainger. On his 18th birthday, Ed enlisted into the United States Navy for independence...





