Ruth M. Junker
Jul 12, 2026
Ruth Marie Junker (nee Spannagel) died peacefully, with her family at her side, July 12, 2026. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Junker. Ruth was the mother of Lisa (Al) Salazar, Kevin (Teri) Junker, David (Tracy) Junker, and Steven (Kristen Nostrand) Junker; grandmother of Elizabeth Salazar, Claire (Steven) Hutchison, Justin Junker, Gabrielle (Jared) Alberts, Alexandra (John) Nelson,...
Paul A. Sagel
Jul 11, 2026
Paul A. Sagel, age 55 of Dayton, KY, passed away suddenly on July 11, 2026. Throughout his life, Paul was known for his huge heart and generosity, charismatic personality, and his incredible and transformative innovations. He left a profound and lasting impression on everyone he met. He welcomed anyone and everyone in and could make people laugh with his hilarious...
Kenny Ellis
Jul 11, 2026
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Kenneth D. Ellis, 77, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026. He was dearly loved by his parents, Donald Melvin Ellis and Betty Marie Ellis, and his sister, Janice Sue Martin Ellis.
Born in Cincinnati and raised in Loveland, Ohio, Ken attended Loveland Grammar School and later excelled in athletics during high school, most notably...
Judith Christine Cromer
Jul 11, 2026
Judith "Judy" Rankin Cromer was born on January 17, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio. She passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was the treasured wife of Jesse Julian Cromer with whom she shared 67 years of marriage. Together they built a life centered on faith, love, and family.
She retired after 30 years as a school...
Marvin J. Renner
Jul 10, 2026
Marvin J. Renner, born on July 27, 1975, in Wilmington, Ohio, passed away on July 10, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Marvin grew up enjoying the beauty of the outdoors, where fishing became one of his most cherished pastimes. His passion for the natural world extended beyond recreation, he was an outdoorsman at heart, with a survivalist’s adaptability and a constant curiosity...
Janet Louise Ferguson
Jul 10, 2026
JANET L. FERGUSON (nee Smith), age 91, of Loveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on July 10, 2026. She was born April 24, 1935 - the eldest of four of the late Ralph Leslie Smith and Minna Smith. She married the late James Ferguson on July 30, 1955, and they had four children, Mike, Steve, Laura and...
Wyatt Nelson Fisher
Jul 8, 2026
Wyatt Nelson Fisher of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on July 8, 2026, at the age of 18 as the result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.
Wyatt was the beloved son of Ryan and Cindy (nee Hopper) Fisher and the loving brother of Peyton Fisher. Wyatt also shared a special bond with his brother by choice, Brayden Winchester. He...
Cynthia "Cindy" Smith
Jul 8, 2026
Cynthia "Cindy" Smith passed away on July 8th, 2026. She was 82 years old. She was born in Zanesville, Ohio to Harold and Frances (nee Dailey) Smith who preceded her in death.
As a registered nurse, she worked over 30 years. She took great pride in her profession and in the very personal care she gave to her patients. She loved...
Richard "Rick" Merkle
Jul 5, 2026
Richard “Rick” Merkle of Morrow, Ohio, passed away on July 5, 2026 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of 60 years to Mary Merkle. Devoted father of Carrie (Dan Correll) Merkle-Cox, Nicholas (Nick) Merkle, and Matthew (Matt) Merkle. Dear father-in-law of Caroline Merkle. Cherished grandfather of Keith (Dakota Theders) Merkle, Jacob Merkle, and great grandchildren, Molly and David. Beloved...
Dixie L. Fite
Jul 5, 2026
Dixie L. Fite of Cincinnati, OH, passed away July 5, 2025, at the age of 83. Beloved wife of 38 years to the late William Fite. Devoted mother of Daniel Gifford, Heath (Tammy) Gifford, Christy (Barry) Carr, Claude "Cliff" (Kim) Gifford, and the late Vonda Hodge and Scott Gifford. Caring mother-in-law of Roby Hodge. Cherished grandmother of Kristopher, Phylicia, Sean,...
Brenda Jane Lacy
Jul 1, 2026
Brenda Jane (nee Lee) Lacy of Loveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully with her husband and entire family by her side on July 1, 2026, at the age of 82. Brenda was born on October 23, 1943, to the late Zelda and Howard Lee.
Brenda married the love her life, Gerald "Jerry" Lacy on September 5, 1964. They were blessed with 61...
Joshua J. Freibert
Jun 28, 2026
Joshua J. Freibert of Cincinnati, OH, passed away June 28, 2026, at the age of 34. Devoted father of Samuel Freibert and Lukas Freibert. Cherished son of Lisa Freibert and the late John Freibert, Jr. Caring brother of Anna Marie Freibert and John Charles Freibert. Josh is also survived by one niece, three nephews, two aunts, two uncles, and a...
Michael "Mike" Forlines
Jun 28, 2026
Mike Forlines of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away June 28, 2026, at the age of 79. Mike loves God and the Son Jesus Christ and now is with Them in Heaven. Mike was a member of St. Gertrude’s Church in Madeira since 1963. Cherished brother of Patricia (Les) Hughes, Tom (Cynthia) Forlines, Dave Forlines, Rick Forlines, and Terri Forlines. Caring uncle...
Tina Lee Calloway
Jun 27, 2026
Tina Lee Calloway (nee Coffinbarger), of Hamilton. Beloved wife of the late Steve Blackburn. Loving mother of Jacqueline Gill, Chris Calloway, and the late Jessica Calloway. Proud dog mom of the late Muffin. Daughter of the late John and Shirley Coffinbarger. Dear sister of John Coffinbarger, Jerry Coffinbarger, Michel Rapp, and the late Patricia Kohus and Billy Coffinbarger. Dear sister-in-law...
Brenda Allphin
Jun 27, 2026
Brenda Kay (née Herrin) Allphin of Blanchester, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on June 27, 2026, at the age of 77. She was born in Greenbush, Ohio, on August 16, 1948, to the late Dewey Orville and Ruby (née Hughes) Herrin.
Brenda was the beloved wife of Donald Allphin Sr. for 61 years. She was the loving mother...
Wayne H. Martin
Jun 26, 2026
Wayne Holderness Martin, devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on June 26, 2026. Wayne was born on March 15, 1931, in Manchester, Ohio, to Leonard Douglas Martin and Martha Lucille Holderness Martin.
On September 12, 1954, Wayne married the love of his life, Ruth Anne Streifthau, in Middletown, Ohio. Together they...
Maynard J. Stoops
Jun 26, 2026
Maynard Jerome Stoops of Blanchester, Ohio, passed away peacefully in Cincinnati, Ohio, at the age of 77.
Maynard was born in Jamestown, Ohio, to the late Donald James Stoops, Sr. and Icie Jane (née Robbins) Stoops.
He was the beloved husband of Cindy (née Goodwin) Stoops, with whom he shared 36 wonderful years of marriage. Maynard was the proud father of Brian...
Sarah Lee Carver
Jun 25, 2026
Sarah Lee Carver, age 42, of West Price Hill, passed away June 25, 2026. Sarah was born November 27, 1983, in Lima, Ohio. She is survived by her daughter, Athena Williams of Dayton; her mother, Connie Carver and step-father, Steve Caupp of Blue Ash; sister, Suzan Sucro and brother-in-law, Nathan Rooy of Cincinnati; partner Brian Mangold of East Price Hill;...
Jerrold Kenneth Rajewski
Jun 25, 2026
Jerrold Kenneth Rajewski, of Blanchester, passed away June 25, 2026, at the age of 87. He is survived by his longtime life partner, Georgia Peck, whom he affectionately referred to as "My Georgia"; his children, Laura (Bob) Briscoe, Steven (Lori) Rajewski, and Cheryl Whittenbarger; grandchildren, Alison House (Randy), Dillon Briscoe, Blake Rajewski, Holland Rajewski, Eli Whittenbarger, Kierstan Whittenbarger, and Noah...
Richard "Dick" L. Ritter
Jun 25, 2026
Richard "Dick" L. Ritter of Cincinnati. Beloved husband of 47 years to the late Fern H. Ritter and 16 years to Eloise Jensen Ritter. Loving father of Joy Ritter. Proud grandfather of Christopher (Yang Xu) Helton and Taylor Helton. Loving great grandfather of Jesse and Jenna Helton. Devoted son of the late Charles and Evelyn Ritter. Dear brother of the...
