Obituaries

Kimberly M. Leach

Kimberly M. Leach

Feb 4, 2022

Kimberly M. Leach, age 46 of Somerville, OH, passed away on Friday, February 4, 2022 at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.  She was born December 30, 1975 in Decatur, IN to James and Terri Hoffman.  She was a 1993 graduate of South Adams High School in Berne, IN and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Religious Studies from the University...

Robert LeRoy Sanderson

Robert LeRoy Sanderson

Jan 31, 2022

Robert LeRoy Sanderson, age 93, of Eaton, OH, passed away Monday, January 31, 2022 at 8:22 am at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton.  He was born April 14, 1928 in Ada, OH to the late Rev. Frank W. and Freida (Willeke)  Sanderson.  Robert was a retired teacher and administrator for 26 years at Grover Hills Schools, Lincolnview Local Schools...

David F. Eckerle

David F. Eckerle

Jan 29, 2022

David F. Eckerle, age 78, of Eaton, OH passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022.  He was born September 24, 1943 in Richmond, IN to the late Carl and Virginia Eckerle.  He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Greenville, OH.  David was the former owner and manager of Westlake Supply in Greenville, OH.  In addition to his parents,...

Vera M. Morris

Vera M. Morris

Jan 27, 2022

Vera M. Morris, age 93, of Eaton, OH passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton.  She was born on January 30, 1928 in Montgomery County, OH to the late Cletus and Rosa (Mills) Ressler.  Vera was a graduate of Eaton High School; and was a member of the Eaton United Church of Christ.  In...

Cynthia K. Carr

Cynthia K. Carr

Jan 26, 2022

Cynthia K. Carr, age 74, of Centerville, OH and formerly of Preble County, OH passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at her residence.  She was born October 15, 1947 in Kettering, OH to the late Robert and Mildred McDaniel.  She is survived by her husband James Carr of Centerville, OH; son Daniel (Lori) Page of Camden; daughter Julie (Chris)...

Kim E. Lehman

Kim E. Lehman

Jan 25, 2022

Kim E. Lehman, age 73, formerly of West Alexandria, OH passed away on January 25, 2022 at Hospice of Dayton.  He was born May 21, 1948 in Dayton, OH to the late Charles and Faith (Shaffer) Lehman.  A husband, father, tataw/pop pop, brother, brother-in-law and friend to many.  He will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched.  Kim...

Heidi Sue Kimball-Touw

Heidi Sue Kimball-Touw

Jan 25, 2022

Heidi Sue Kimball-Touw, age 82, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at the Oxford Healthcare Center, Oxford, OH. She was born October 27, 1939 in Hamilton, OH to the late Mark Richard and Rosara Helen (Walter) Kimball. Heidi was a 1957 graduate of Dixon-Israel High School where she remained an active member of the Alumni Association....

Tammy M. Columbe

Tammy M. Columbe

Jan 25, 2022

Tammy M. Columbe, age 51, of New Lebanon, OH passed away on January 25, 2022. She was born November 5, 1970 in Auburn, Washington to the late David and Linda Stuefen, later in life she gained a second mom named Bonnie Stuefen. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her Nephew Kaden Melton. She is...

Shane R. Elliott

Shane R. Elliott

Jan 24, 2022

Shane R. Elliott, age 40, of Gratis, OH passed away Monday, January 24, 2022 with his children, Caleb James Elliott and Grace Elizabeth Elliott.  Shane  was born October 4, 1981 in Oxford, OH.  Shane was a very devoted father, son, brother, and family member to many.  Shane unconditionally loved his family and supported them all his life.  Shane was a...

Brittani Ann Williamson

Brittani Ann Williamson

Jan 23, 2022

Brittani Ann Williamson, age 39, of West Manchester, OH passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH. She was born August 20, 1982 in Anderson, IN. She was a member of Prices Creek Old German Baptist Brethren Church. She is survived by her husband Brook Williamson of West Manchester; parents Terry and Elizabeth Filbrun...

Madeline Haller

Madeline Haller

Jan 23, 2022

Madeline Haller, age 92, of New Paris, OH passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. She was born June 26, 1929 in Holy Cross, KY to the late Albertus and Pauline Thompson. Madeline was 1946 graduate of Jefferson High School in New Paris. She was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in New Paris...

John E. Proeschel

John E. Proeschel

Jan 23, 2022

John E. Proeschel, age 64, of Camden, OH passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at his home. He was born January 5, 1958 in Hamilton, OH to the late Paul & Vera Proeschel. John was a lifelong farmer raising dairy cattle, harvesting his fields and tending to his animals. He took great pride in growing quality hay while riding...

Ronald B. Wells

Ronald B. Wells

Jan 22, 2022

Ronald B. Wells, age 78, of Middletown, OH passed away peacefully at the Atrium Medical Center on Saturday, January 22, 2022 due to Parkinson’s complications. He was born July 28, 1943 in Middletown to the late Geraldine Huffman and Earl Wells. Ron proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War where he received a Purple...

Anthony W. "Tony" Petry

Anthony W. "Tony" Petry

Jan 22, 2022

Anthony W. “Tony” Petry, age 70, of Camden, OH passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He was born December 11, 1951 in Hamilton, OH to Mary Alice (Toschlog) Petry and the late Daniel Petry. Tony was a 1970 graduate of Preble Shawnee High School. He was a lifelong member of St. Mary...

Judith Reed

Judith Reed

Jan 21, 2022

Judith (Adams) Reed, daughter of the late Glenn Wise and Marguerite (Nave) Adams, was born in Cincinnati, OH, on October 28, 1939. She passed away peacefully on Friday, January 21, 2022, by the side of her loving husband of 60 years, Dr. M. Douglas Reed of West Chester, OH. Along with him, she is survived and will be greatly missed...

Julia Faye Spitler

Julia Faye Spitler

Jan 20, 2022

Julia Faye Spitler, age 76, of West Alexandria OH passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH. She was born March 24, 1945 in Pennington Gap, VA to the late Charles and Marie Black. She enjoyed gardening and sitting on the front porch with her husband Gary. She was a Certified Nursing Assistant for...

Sharon Eileen Leeper

Sharon Eileen Leeper

Jan 17, 2022

Sharon Eileen Leeper, age 79, of Eaton, OH passed away on January 17, 2022. She was born September 23, 1942 in Martins Ferry, OH to Bernard and Hilda (Fry) Finney. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband Frank Leeper Sr.; brothers Carl and Herb Finney; sister Ruth Ulom; granddaughter Daniela Turpin. She is...

Mary Frances Buettner

Mary Frances Buettner

Jan 17, 2022

Mary Frances Buettner, age 82, of New Lebanon, OH passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022 at her residence. She was born on April 17, 1939 in Ingomar, OH to the late John and Edna (Buehner) Cotterman. She was a faithful member of St. John Lutheran Church; was a longtime member of the Dixie Pathfinder Camping Club; and was a...

Robert Carl Menke

Robert Carl Menke

Jan 16, 2022

Robert Carl Menke, age 69, of West Alexandria, died Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Bethesda North Hospital. Born on May 14, 1952, in Dayton, OH, he was the son of the late Paul & Grace (Gilbert) Menke. Bob was a 1970 graduate of Twin Valley South High School. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church in Enterprise,...

Jason Carl Stegall

Jason Carl Stegall

Jan 15, 2022

Jason Carl Stegall, age 46, of New Paris, OH passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at his home. He was born October 22, 1975 in Richmond, IN to the late Lee and Sandy Stegall. Jason graduated in 1994 from National Trail High School. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents and father-in-law. Jason...