Obituaries

Cheryl Ann Sturgill

Cheryl Ann Sturgill

Oct 23, 2026

In Loving Memory of Cheryl Ann Sturgill

June 7, 1962 – October 23, 2026

Cheryl Ann Sturgill, age 64, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away peacefully in hospice care on October 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 7, 1962, in Hamilton, Ohio, Cheryl was a graduate of Cincinnati Christian School. She will be remembered as a beloved...

Brian Keith Stitzel

Brian Keith Stitzel

Oct 17, 2026

Brian Keith Stitzel – age 62 of Fairfield Township, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2026. Brian was born January 9, 1964 in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Thomas and Glina Stitzel (nee Halcomb). On July 22, 1989 in Hamilton, he married Renee Allen. Brian worked for Xerox for over 30 years, retiring in 2025. He was dedicated to his family,...

Linda Sue Goodwin

Linda Sue Goodwin

Oct 13, 2026

Linda Sue (Weiser) Goodwin of Hamilton went to be with Jesus on Tuesday October 13, 2026. She was born in Kenton, Ohio, to James and Elizabeth Weiser in 1943.

Linda was a beloved wife for 48 and a half years to Donnie F. Goodwin and devoted mother of Todd (Leah) Goodwin, Tara Williams, Tom Goodwin, Trent (Pam) Goodwin, and the baby....

Michael John Neanover

Michael John Neanover

Oct 7, 2026

In Loving Memory of Michael J. Neanover

Michael J. Neanover, age 80, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2026, following a courageous eight-year battle with cancer.

Michael was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He married the love of his life, Sharon Mieth, on June 29, 1968, and together they shared 58 years of marriage filled with love, family, and...

Amy K. Schwartz

Amy K. Schwartz

Oct 6, 2026

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Amy Kathryn Schwartz (Lacefield). She entered eternal rest on October 6th, 2026 at age 58 in Hamilton, OH, surrounded by family and friends.

Amy was born on July 11th, 1968 in Athens, OH to parents Jesse and Elaine Lacefield. She was joined two years later by her beloved sister, Leigh. As a child,...

Lois Jean VanWinkle

Lois Jean VanWinkle

Oct 3, 2026

Lois Jean VanWinkle (Binegar) – age 83 of Fairfield, passed away at her residence on Saturday, October 3, 2026. She was born October 27, 1942, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Jean Binegar (Vonderhaar). Lois is survived by her son Chris VanWinkle; grandson Devon and great-grandchildren Aiden and Raiden. Also survived by Cousin Doug Handerson and numerous extended family...

Roy Glen Brown Jr.

Roy Glen Brown Jr.

Sep 29, 2026

In Loving Memory of Roy Glen Brown Jr.

October 9, 1935 – September 29, 2026

With heavy hearts and loving memories, we honor the life of Roy Glen Brown Jr., who passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Roy lived a life centered around the things that mattered most to him: his family, his love for the Lord,...

Todd A. Payne

Todd A. Payne

Sep 26, 2026

Todd Payne



November 3, 1975 – September 26, 2026

Todd Payne, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the age of 50. Todd was a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend who leaves behind countless cherished memories for all who knew and loved him. Those who knew Todd knew he was strong-willed, and his stubbornness was an unmistakable...

Carolyn Jean Shell

Carolyn Jean Shell

Sep 25, 2026

Carolyn Jean Shell, age 87, of Fairfield Township, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday September 25, 2026.

Carolyn was born on April 27, 1939, in Hamilton, Ohio; the daughter of the late Walter and Ella Ruth Klock (Frost) and stepdaughter of Eleanor Klock (Thompson).

She was preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband of 33 years,...

Paula Kay Beckman

Paula Kay Beckman

Sep 18, 2026

Paula Kay Beckman passed away suddenly on Friday September 18, 2026. She was the daughter of Pauline (Tucci) Koehler and Donald Beckman. Born on January 20, 1972. Paula graduated from Badin High School in 1990. She loved playing soccer throughout her lifetime, playing SAY, select and varsity for Badin. She attended medical school receiving her practical nursing certificate. She worked...

Paul Clark Thomas

Paul Clark Thomas

Sep 4, 2026

Thomas, Paul Clark – age 83 of Fairfield passed away Friday, September 4, 2026. Paul was born in December of 1942 in Middletown, Ohio; the son of the late Paul and Erma Thomas (Wells). Paul was a veteran of the United States Air Force.  On June 15, 1982 Paul married Sharon Cole. He is survived by his wife Sharon; children...

Gregory Lewis Wilhelm

Gregory Lewis Wilhelm

Sep 3, 2026



Gregory Lewis Wilhelm, age 64, of Fairfield, Ohio, passed away in his home on September 3, 2026. He was born on March 25, 1962, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Harry E. Wilhelm and Emily A. Wilhelm (Sturgill). He was raised in Rossmoyne, Ohio and attended Deer Park City Schools.

Greg will be remembered for his love and devotion to his family, friends,...

Miriam Cox

Miriam Cox

Sep 2, 2026

Miriam (Day) Cox, a beloved member of both her family and community, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on Wednesday September 2, 2026. Born on June 4, 1939, in Hudson, South Dakota. Miriam lived a life full of warmth, kindness and deep love for those around her. Miriam was the cherished daughter of Harry and Mabel (Peterson)...

Pauline Marie Ritzi

Pauline Marie Ritzi

Aug 30, 2026

Pauline Marie (Tenkman) Ritzi, formerly of Fairfield, Ohio, and more recently of Peoria, Illinois, age 84, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026, after a lengthy illness. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on June 26, 1942, to Raymond and Esther (Sunderhaus) Tenkman of Bevis, Ohio.

Pauline married the late Andrew Ritzi on November 25, 1970. They had one child, Kevin...

Jeffrey L Albright

Jeffrey L Albright

Aug 24, 2026

In Loving Memory of Jeffrey Albright

Jeffrey Albright of Fairfield, Ohio, passed away on August 24, 2026. Jeff was born on January 28, 1955, in Hamilton, Ohio.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton Albright and Lois Hake, as well as by many other family members and friends.

He is survived by his loving wife, Judy Albright; his daughters, Becky (Rick)...

Melanie Lynn Simpson

Melanie Lynn Simpson

Aug 21, 2026

Melanie Lynn Simpson, age 74, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026.

Melanie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 31, 1951 to Harry C. and Mary Margaret “Margy” Deaton, completing the family of a young WWII veteran and his devoted wife. Along with her two older brothers, Michael “Mike” and Mark “Bo”, they grew up in a loving, happy...

Stormy Lynn Harding

Stormy Lynn Harding

Aug 17, 2026

HARDING, Stormy Lynn (Newman)

Age 34 passed away August 17, 2026. She was born January 22, 1992, in Hamilton, OH, the daughter of John Newman and Paula Beckman. On November 4, 2019, in Covington, KY, Stormy married Conville Harding.

She leaves behind her husband, Conville Harding; parents, Paula Beckman and John Newman; her twin sister, Misty Newman; sister, Elisha Thompson; brother, Justin...

Joyce A. Wells

Joyce A. Wells

Aug 13, 2026

Joyce A. Wells (Engelbert) – age 86 of Fairfield, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2026. She was born August 19, 1939 in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of the late Clarence and Malvin Engelbert (Pryfogle). Joyce is survived by her daughters June “Charlie” Hawkins and Jerri (Jeff) Southerland; grandchildren Brian Beckett, Aaron Beckett, Jessica Southerland and great-grandchildren Alex Beckett, Ethan Beckett,...

Tammi Leah Oxley

Tammi Leah Oxley

Aug 12, 2026

Tammi Leah Luebberst Oxley

April 26, 1958 – August 12, 2026

Tammi Leah Luebberst Oxley, 68, passed away on Wednesday August 12, 2026.

Born on April 26, 1958, to Robert Michael and Hazel Juanita Luebberst, Tammi was raised in a family with deep German roots. Her father, Robert, was a carpenter, and the family home where Tammi grew up was the last home...

Martha Elizabeth Huff

Martha Elizabeth Huff

Aug 7, 2026

Martha Elizabeth “Beth” Huff

October 16th, 1962 – August 7th, 2026

Beth was born and grew up in Lexington, Kentucky. In 2022, she moved to Fairfield Township, Ohio upon the passing of her mother Martha Robards Huff.

Beth always had a smile on her face in which she would pass onto others. She enjoyed time with her Family, Friends and was always proud...