Obituaries
Obituaries
Fay Louie France
Apr 14, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt remembrance that we announce the passing of Fay Louie France, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who left us peacefully on April 14, 2026, in Wilmington, Ohio.
Fay’s career was distinguished by his steadfast commitment to Ford Motor Company, where he devoted 38 years of his life before retiring.
He is lovingly survived by...
Patricia J. Wise
Apr 12, 2026
Patricia J. Wise (nee Rose), age 90, of Loveland. Patricia was born March 17, 1936, to the late Russell and Grace Rose and passed away April 12, 2026. She is survived by her son, David Wise and sister, Becky Bates, of Georgia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Wise and sister, Carol Campbell.
Patricia was a graduate of...
Dean Andrew Crofoot
Apr 12, 2026
Dean Andrew Crofoot, born February 1, 1957, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026.
Dean was a devoted father to Megan (Brandon) Bolin and Skye (Omar El Khoury), and a proud grandfather to Leo Bolin and Gideon El Khoury. He is also survived by his loving sisters: Kathy (Ed) Wickline, Nancy (Tom) McGuigan and Susie (Larry) Ignash, his dear friend Donna...
Blake Anthony Webb
Apr 12, 2026
Blake Anthony Webb of Loveland, OH, passed away April 12, 2026, at the age of 18. Beloved son of Brittany Harris and the late Chuck Webb. Cherished brother of J.D. Webb and Amyah Tiemann. Loving nephew of Misty Harris, Alisha Monday, Patsy Webb, Jay Vaughn, and the late Michael Harris. Dear cousin of Tatum Biel and Trevan Biel. Caring grandson...
Shirley Anne Callahan
Apr 11, 2026
Shirley Anne Callahan of Cincinnati, OH., passed peacefully on April 11, 2026, at the age of 82. Shirley was born on February 3, 1944, in Cincinnati, OH.
She was the wife of Charles David Raper, loving mother of Teresa Raper, Becky (William) Dornette and Brian (Amanda) Callahan, caring mamaw of John (Amanda) Dornette, Victor (Kasie) Dornette, Nicholas Raper, Chloe Callahan, Aiden...
Lonnie Carl Evans
Apr 11, 2026
Lonnie Carl Evans of Milford, OH, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on April 11, 2026, at the age of 86. Lonnie was born on January 18, 1940, in Lynch, KY.
He was the beloved husband of 50 years to Wilma Jean (nee Cobb) Evans, loving father of Jennifer Pond and father-in-law of the late Stuart Pond Jr.,...
Cynthia Susanne Turner
Apr 11, 2026
Cynthia “Cindy” Susanne Turner of New Lebanon. Beloved mother of Carly (Ben Collom) Luken, Cody (Tarren) Baker, and Colton (Aileen) Turner. Cherished Coco of Athena, Zelda & Carl Collom and Brixxly & Bralee Baker. Loving daughter of the late Carl & Susanne Luken. Caring sister of Becky, Pam, Debbie, Tim, Chrissy, Ruth, and Jenny. Passed away April 11, 2026 at...
Roenalda Campbell
Apr 7, 2026
Roenalda (nee Helsley) Campbell, age 79, of Amelia. Beloved wife of 60 years to the late Donald W. Campbell, Sr. Loving mother of Pamela Smith, Charles H. Campbell and the late Donald W. Campbell, Jr. Proud grandmother of Jeremiah, Joshua, Shelby, Katelyn, Heather Nichole, Trinity Roe and the late Zachariah. Great grandmother of two great grandchildren. Dear aunt of Rhonda...
Leah Elizabeth Carnes
Apr 5, 2026
Leah Elizabeth Carnes of Maineville, OH, passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2026.
Born on September 12th, 1985, Leah is survived by her daughters, Elsie and Zella Carnes; parents Bill Dixon and Leslie Lyons-Dixon; sister Stephanie (Ryan) Distler and half siblings Kaitlin (Casey) Scarbro, Andrew (Emily) Dixon, and Bailey (Jason) Wilkinson; nephew Benjamin Distler; grandmother Carolyn Jones; uncle Bob (Linda) Dixon....
David Michael Bednar
Apr 5, 2026
David Michael Bednar, age 78, of Loveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, with his family by his side.
Born on September 11, 1947, in Massillon, OH, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary Lou Bednar. David graduated from Washington High School in Massillon, Ohio, where he was a member...
Martha A. Selzer
Apr 5, 2026
Martha “Marty” A. Selzer of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on April 5, 2026, at the age of 89. Marty was the loving daughter of the late George and Mary Jeanette Selzer. Cherished sister of the late Mary (Gabriel) Hartke, Charles (Katherine) Selzer, Dorothy (G. Richard) Hagee, and Sister Jeannine Selzer, S.C. Beloved aunt of Phyllis Hartke, Marybeth Hartke, Greg Hartke,...
Phyllis Lee Rosenberger
Apr 5, 2026
Phyllis Lee Rosenberger, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026, in Blanchester, Ohio. Born on May 31, 1938, in Wilmington, Ohio.
Phyllis dedicated many years of her life as a Food Service Supervisor for Clinton Massie Schools, where her professionalism and care deeply touched the staff and students she served.
She was preceded in death by her beloved...
Robert Lee Cowell
Apr 4, 2026
Robert Lee Cowell of Wilmington, Ohio. “Bob” married his beloved wife, Gail, of 58 years on December 28, 1968. Loving father of Rob Cowell, Christina (Matt) Hathaway, and Stephanie (Aaron) Mackris. Cherished grandfather of Steven (Brianna Puckett) Hathaway, Tony Hathaway, Abigail Hathaway, Sam Mackris, and Gabe Mackris. Devoted son of the late Thurlow (Carol) Cowell and the late Maddalena Cardone....
Olan D. Engle
Apr 4, 2026
Olan Dempsey Engle of Batavia, OH, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on April 4, 2026, at the age of 68. Olan was born on August 25, 1957, in Cincinnati, OH.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Glenna Katherine (nee Taylor) Engle, loving son, Scott (Erica) Engle, two proud grandchildren, Oakley Engle and Brantley...
Allen L. Donahue
Apr 4, 2026
Allen L. Donahue of Loveland, OH, passed away April 4, 2026, at the age of 81. Beloved husband of the late Judy (nee Shinn) Donahue and the late Sonya (nee Herbert) Donahue. Devoted father of Melody (Jim) Michael, Alenda (Jonathan) Slone, and Loni (Bryan) Poe. Cherished grandfather of Daniel Slone, Elizabeth Slone, Brandy (Morgan) Slone, Emylee (Jack) Christie, Eryn Poe,...
Victoria Lynn Gillenwater
Apr 4, 2026
Victoria Lynn Gillenwater (Nee Schildmeyer) of Milford. Daughter of the late Walter & Billie (White) Schildmeyer. Loving wife of Ernest “Ernie” Gillenwater. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Josh & Leslie Gillenwater, Teresa & James Kube, and the late Allison Gillenwater. Devoted grandmother of Layla Gillenwater, Jaxson Gillenwater, Zoey Kube, and Miles Kube. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Pattie & Steve...
Larry Carrol Huddleston
Apr 4, 2026
Larry Carroll Huddleston, a devoted husband, father, grandfather passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, in Lebanon, Ohio. Born on March 10, 1945, in Williamsburg, Kentucky,
Larry was the beloved husband of Margaret Huddleston, with whom he shared 51 years of companionship and love. He was a proud father to five children: Sara Huddleston; Scott Huddleston, married to Amanda; Emily Morgan,...
Phyllis J. Snider
Apr 2, 2026
Phyllis J. "Aunt Dee" Snider, age 99, of Maineville, passed away April 2, 2026. Phyllis was born January 19, 1927, to the late Arthur and Evelyn (nee Reichel) Snider. Beloved sister of the late Virginia (Richard) Volkerding and Janet (Charles) Conover. Loving aunt of Sue Leeson, Becky (Rich) Marvin, and Mike (Diane) Conover. Cherished great aunt of Elizabeth (Charles) Smith,...
Johnny Ray Dees
Apr 2, 2026
Johnny Ray Dees of Loveland, OH, after a courageous battle with cancer, he went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on April 2, 2026, at the age of 54. John was born on December 7, 1971, in West Union, OH.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years to Margaret Mary (nee Steffen) Dees, three sons; Nick...
Harry H. Steele
Apr 1, 2026
Harry H. Steele, born January 5, 1970, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on April 1, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Harry is lovingly remembered by the mother of his children, April, and by his cherished children: Matthew (Jennifer) Steele, Brooke (Austin) Henson, Katelin (Andrew) Penny, and Autumn (Joshua) Smith. His spirit lives on through his beloved grandchildren: Caleb, Amberlynn, Mia, Alyvea, and...





