Obituaries

Jan 15, 2026

Lois Marie Dugan, of Maineville, OH, passed away January 15, 2026, at the age of 91. Cherished wife of the late Donald Michael "Mike" Dugan. Beloved mother of the late Debra "Debbie" Lee Dugan. Caring daughter of the late Venard and Grace Berryman.

Lois requested that no services be held.

Jan 15, 2026

Darlene F. Mayrose, 75, of Hillsboro, Ohio, passed away at home on January 15, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was the beloved wife of Howard Mayrose; cherished mother of Angela Goodin, Julie Malone, Rebecca Newkirk, Amanda Malone, Barbara Siler, Brandon Malone, Ryan (Angela) Malone, Kyle (Bethany) Malone, Trevor (Ashley) Malone, Christopher (Shannon) Hall; loving grandmother...

Jan 14, 2026

Robert "Bob" Coe, age 82, of Loveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 14, 2026. Bob was the loving husband of 60 years to Margo (Calabria) Coe, and a devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose warmth and humor touched everyone he met.

Born and raised in Chicago, Bob was a proud graduate...

Jan 12, 2026

Elias William Kerr, beloved son of Ian and Lauren Kerr, was born at Christ Hospital, Liberty, on January 5th, 2026 at 2:09 PM, weighing 9 lbs. 3 oz.. From the first moment of his life, he showed great strength and was profoundly loved.

Elias spent 7 precious days in the NICU at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, surrounded by...

Jan 12, 2026

Sandra "Sandy" M. (nee Sapp) Spencer of Mt. Carmel, OH., passed away on January 12, 2026, at the age of 75. Sandy was born on August 1, 1950, in New Richmond, OH to Archie and Deana Sapp.

Sandy was the beloved wife of 58 years to Robert Lee Spencer, loving mother of Robynn Colwell, caring grandmother of...

Jan 12, 2026

Shirley "Libby" E. VanOver of Cincinnati, OH, passed peacefully on January 12, 2026, at the age of 65. Shirley was born on December 10, 1960, in Cincinnati, OH, to the late Howard Raymond and Wylene (nee Hubbard) Leonard.

Shirley is survived by her devoted husband of 46 years, Jon VanOver. She was the loving mother of Nicole...

Jan 12, 2026

Keith Gray, age 43, of Loveland, passed away January 12, 2026. Devoted husband of Jessica Gray. Loving father of Layla King and Samantha Davis. Beloved son of Marshelle Gray. Cherished brother of Nikki (Keith) Irwin. Proud uncle of Emily (Dalton) Farmer, Seth (Lydia Trentman) Irwin and Scott Back. Dear son-in-law of Vickie and Leston Elliott and brother-in-law to Brooke...

Jan 12, 2026

Wanda Carey, age 77, lovingly known to her grandchildren as "Greatmom" passed away January 12, 2026, leaving behind a family who cherished her deeply.

Wanda lived a life centered on love, family, and quiet strength-with a sassy spirit that kept everyone smiling and on their toes. Being a great-grandmother and having four generations of family was something...

Jan 10, 2026

Ralph S. Hamilton Jr. was born May 7th, 1952, in Loveland, Ohio, he found his eternal home on January 10, 2026. He was the beloved son of Eleanor (nee Vann) Hamilton and Ralph S. Hamilton Sr. He was affectionately known as "Sandy" to his family and friends. He graduated from Loveland High School in 1971, after earning letters in...

Jan 9, 2026

Joyce K. Stottmann of Loveland, OH, passed away January 9, 2026, at the age of 84. Cherished mother of Joe (Christine) Stottmann and John (Cathy) Stottmann. Devoted grandmother of Briana Stottmann, Isaiah Stottmann, and Jeremy Stottmann. Caring sister of Mike Kraemer. Loving aunt of Dianna Owen, Carol Kraemer, Sue Masden, and Ann Kraemer. Joyce was preceded in death by...

Jan 9, 2026

Harold William McLaughlin, of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 95.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Leslie Ann Allen; parents, William Leslie and Esther McLaughlin; sister, Evelyn Goodwin; son-in-law, David Farris.

Harold is survived by his wife of 74 years, Joanne McLaughlin; children, William C. (Jennifer)...

Jan 8, 2026

Brenda (nee Jones) Wicker of Milford, OH, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 8, 2026 at the age of 82. Brenda was born on April 17, 1943, in Hueysville, KY to Charlie and Nora Jones.

Brenda was the loving mother of Debbie (Ron) Pegoli, Stachia Wicker, and Missy (Troy) Smith. Proud grandmother...

Jan 8, 2026

Frances Anita Stemann, of Deer Park. Beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Stemann. Loving mother of Diana Stemann and the late Joseph F. Stemann, Jr. Cherished grandmother of Ryan Stemann, Joshua Stemann and Shawna Stemann. Proud great grandmother of Mason Stemann, Mason Stemann, Cloey Stemann, Harper McClean, Joshua Joseph "JJ" Stemann, Josephine Frances Stemann, Maya Leininger, Jack Leininger...

Jan 8, 2026

Elsie Mae Gibbs, 79, of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away on January 8, 2026, in Milford, Ohio.

She was the beloved mother of David Gunkel, Jeffrey Barber, and Bob Harman; loving grandmother of Jeremy and Christopher Barber; dear sister of Oscar Barber; cherished aunt to several nieces and nephews.

Elsie was preceded in death by her...

Jan 6, 2026

Gary Wayne Harris, age 68, of South Lebanon, Ohio, passed away on January 6, 2026. He was born on November 14, 1957, to the late Garfield and Nora Harris.

Gary was a devoted and loving husband of 49 years to his wife, Nancy Harris (née Easterly). He was a proud and loving father to his children and...

Jan 5, 2026

Kathleen Ann McAleer-Harris of Cincinnati. Beloved wife of the late Verne Carl Harris. Loving mother of Tom Harris and Greg & Alyssa Harris. Cherished grandmother of Hadley and Hudson. Daughter of the late Thomas and Lillian McAleer. Dearest sister of Phillip Joseph McAleer and the late Tom Henry & Claire McAleer, Eunice Lillian McAleer and Mary McAleer. Dear aunt...

Jan 5, 2026

Ronald "Ron" Glenn Girard went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on January 5, 2026, at the age of 60. Ron was born in Liberty, KY on October 22, 1965, to Donna Sue (nee Smither) and the late Marvin Glenn Girard.

Ron was the loving father of Justin Nathaniel (Staci) Girard and Brittany Kayla (Shawn Mason)...

Jan 4, 2026

William R. Hopewell of Loveland. Beloved husband of the late Dian (Bonomini) Hopewell. Loving father of Paul (Michelle) Hopewell, Peter (Jennifer) Hopewell and Paige Mueller. Proud "Papa Hope" of Isabelle, AvaMarie, Olivia, Aidan, Peyton, Ryan Nicole, Gabe and Patrick. Dear brother of Ron (Birdie) Hopewell and the late Bob and Gary Hopewell. Passed away January 4, 2026, at the...

Jan 3, 2026

Andrew A. Bachman "Drew", 58, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 3, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Beloved husband of 33 years to Kathleen Brown Bachman; father of Andrew (Liana), Christopher and Kate; and grandfather of Frances. Loving son of Mary and the late Francis Bachman. Cherished brother of Judy Kamphaus, Karen (the late Jerry) Stewart, Rebecca Bachman and Patty...

Jan 2, 2026

Larry Bruce Bobbitt, 83, of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away on January 2, 2026, with his family by his side.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jo Ann Bobbitt; son, Larry Bruce Bobbitt, Jr.; parents, Paul and Velma Bobbitt; grandson, Scott Alan Bobbitt; sister, Gloria Jean Wheeler.

Larry is survived by his children,...