Obituaries

Dec 29, 2023

James "Jim" Chezem of Loveland, OH passed away December 29, 2023, at age 76 ending his long battle with COPD.

Jim is survived by his wife Jorjann, daughters Julie (Jeff) and Jane Alynn (Matt), sons Kyle (Ashley) and Zachary, and grandchildren Katie, Clayton, Harvey, Liam, and a granddaughter on the way. Jim was preceded in death by...

Dec 29, 2023

Dorothy J. (nee Barger) Hilgeman. Loving wife of 75 years to the late Charles Hilgeman. Devoted mother of Michael (Yvonne) Hilgeman, Donald (Ann) Hilgeman, and Nancy (Tony) Armes. Proud grandmother of eight grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Dear sister of the late Loyal and La Barger. Passed away December 29, 2023, at the age of 95.

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Dec 28, 2023

Bonnie J. Blatt (nee Weaver) of Forest Park. Beloved wife for over 40 years to Philip Blatt. Loving mother of Kathy Huffstutler, Bruce Wood, Philip (Paula) Blatt, James (Trish) Blatt, David (Bonnie) Blatt, Timothy (Terri) Blatt, Vincent (Sherri) Blatt, Mary Beth (Denver) Whitmore, and Debra Wood. Cherished grandmother of Michelle Hinterlong (deceased), Crystal (Andy) Bartlett, Elizabeth (Seth Morris) Wood,...

Dec 27, 2023

Larry "Sugar Bear" Estes of Cincinnati, OH. Passed peacefully on December 27, 2023, at the age of 75. Born on October 17, 1948, in Cincinnati, OH.

He is survived by the beloved mother of his children, Roberta Estes. Loving father of Michelle (Danny) Rickett, Lori (Tony) Sellers, Nickie Applegate, Tina (Nick) Fisher and Larry Estes. Proud grandfather...

Dec 26, 2023

Judith Ann Conover, passed away December 26, 2023, in West Palm Beach, FL. Judy was born March 7, 1944, in Milwaukee, WI to the late Ralph and Helen Epke. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Conver. She is survived by her son Jeffrey (Stephanie) Conover; three grandchildren Owen, Scarlett and Chloe; brother-in-law Andrew Conover and sister-in-law...

Dec 26, 2023

Pearl E. (nee McMullen) Royer of Milford, OH, passed away on December 26, 2023 at the age of 89. Born on March 14, 1934 in Cozaddale, OH.

She was the beloved wife of the late Herman G. Royer, Jr.; loving mother of Diana Irwin, Debra (Ray) Bicker, Terry (Robert) Irwin, and Gary Royer; grandmother of six, great-grandmother...

Dec 25, 2023

Daniel Lee Slocum, 81, of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away Monday, Dec. 25, 2023, at home. His wife of 60 years, Jo Anna (nee Florea) Slocum, survives. He was born Feb. 8, 1942, in Blanchester, son of the late Robert E. and Evelyn M. (nee Conover) Slocum. He was a 1960 graduate of Blanchester High School.

Mr. Slocum...

Dec 24, 2023

Jason Andrew Hester passed away on December 24, 2023 at the age of 43 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones who will forever be inspired by the bravery, perseverance, and unwavering faith in God that he demonstrated to the very end. Throughout the last year, he drew daily strength from Psalm 46:10 - 'Be still...

Dec 23, 2023

Shirley K. Malott (nee Klosterman) of Goshen. Beloved wife of 45 years to the late Jerry L. Malott. Loving mother of Sherrie Calvert, Cristy (Jim) Mack, and Mindy (Richard) Blankenship. Cherished grandmother of Johnathon, Cortney, Renee, Heather, and Lauren. Great grandmother of Rhilee, Brooklyn, Cayden, Quinton, Hunter, Ava, and Ryder. Dear sister of David Klosterman and the late Carol...

Dec 23, 2023

Robert Raymond Reiners, known affectionately as Bob to his friends and family, passed away peacefully at home on December 23, 2023, in Maineville, Ohio, at the age of 71. Born on October 17, 1952, in Cincinnati, Ohio to George and Alice Reiners. He is survived by his son, Eric (Heidi), along with his grandsons, Luke, Colt, and Alec. Dear...

Dec 22, 2023

John Victor Gutierrez of Loveland. Beloved husband of 43 years to Catherine (nee Moore) Gutierrez. Loving father of Carmen Hoover, Rose Gutierrez (deceased), Juanita Gutierrez, Gloria Gutierrez, Christina Thomas, and Bethany Shisler. Proud grandfather and great grandfather of many. Dear brother of the late Gloria Morales. Retired US Marine Corp Veteran and lifelong learner. Passed away Friday, December 22,...

Dec 21, 2023

Ronald Dee Keith of Blanchester, OH. Went home to be with the Lord on December 21, 2023, at the age of 60. Born on May 26, 1963, in Honeybee, KY.

Beloved husband of Ada (nee Stidham) Keith. Loving father of Tristian (Bryant) Abt and Casey Keith. Proud grandfather of Landon Abt, Emersyn Abt, Camdyn Abt, Carter Bicknell...

Dec 19, 2023

David S. Walker of Fayetteville, OH, passed away December 19, 2023, at the age of 75. Beloved husband of 16 years to Lynn Walker. Devoted father of Joyce (Jamie) East, Floy Walker, Kristy Walker, Ricky (Jaime) Lehmenkuler, and Jennifer (Jason) Locke. Cherished grandfather of Walker, Carter, Bobby, Nick, Cam, Charlotte, and Jasmine. Loving great grandfather of three great grandchildren....

Dec 19, 2023

Ronald Matthews of Cincinnati, OH, passed away December 19, 2023, at the age of 75. Cherished father of Becky (George) Dean, Christopher Diamond, Ronald (the late Lisa) Matthews, Richard Matthews, Tara Matthews, and Sean Matthews. Beloved grandfather of many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loving brother of the late Richard Matthews, as well as Nancy (the late Allen) Mize, Steven...

Dec 19, 2023

Loretta Mildred Gest of Ormond Beach, Florida, formerly of Loveland, Ohio. Beloved wife of the late John "Jack" Gest. Loving mother of Debbie (Dave Ayres) Gest. Cherished grandmother of Amanda (Eric) Johnson and Ashley (Jared Gasper) Gest. Cherished great grandmother to Amanda's dogs, Asher and Mira. Passed away December 19, 2023 at the age of 96.

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Dec 19, 2023

William "Bill" Grob of Indian Hill. Beloved son of the late Carl and Grace (nee Frazee) Grob. Long-term loving companion of Carole Broyles and her daughter Michele (John) Nicely. Cherished brother of the late Naomi Jean (Bob) Gruver. Proud to be an uncle to Jacqueline Tessoff, Julie Werring, and James (Debbie) Gruver. Dear great uncle to numerous great nieces...

Dec 19, 2023

Catherine Suzanne (Link) Cappelletty, 81, passed away suddenly on December 19, 2023, with family by her side. A music teacher at Saint Rose Catholic School in Perrysburg, OH for 25 years, she was a skilled pianist with an excellent singing voice and was a church choir leader at St. Rose for many years. Cathy was kind, loving and thoughtful,...

Dec 18, 2023

Geraldine B. (nee Boggs) Dennison of Goshen, OH. Went home to be with the Lord on December 18, 2023, at the age of 97. Born on August 25, 1926, in Big Otter, WV.

Beloved wife of the late Marlin Burnell Dennison. Loving mother of Marlin Dennison Jr., Stanley (Alla) Dennison, Linda (Anthony) Wallace, Gary Wayne Dennison, Martin...

Dec 17, 2023

Emma Katherine Debord of Goshen, OH. Passed away on December 17, 2023, at the age of 9. Born on July 25, 2014, in Cincinnati, OH.

Beloved daughter of Kristofor "Kris" Brock Debord and Melony Lynn Stegman. Loving sister of Avery Croucher, Austin Croucher and twin brother, Evan Debord. Caring granddaughter of Russ and Sandy Stegman, Michael Kirby,...

Dec 17, 2023

Harland "Sonny" Richard Charles Eichhorn Sr. of Goshen, OH. Went home to be with the Lord on December 17, 2023, at the age of 88. Born on November 30, 1935, in Cincinnati, OH.

Beloved husband of 68 years to Della Eugenia (nee Meder) Eichhorn. Loving father of Della (late Jay) Houstin, Harland (Myrna) Eichhorn Jr., Danny (Becky)...