Obituaries

Florene Songer

Florene Songer

Apr 25, 2026

Florene Songer, age 94 of Fairfield, passed away at Bethesda North Hospital on April 25, 2026.

She was born in Norwood on August 14, 1931, to Bernard & Beulah (Perkins) Wilberding.

She served in the Cafeteria in the Fairfield City School district for 40 years. She retired at the age of 78 in 2010. On January 22, 1949, in Williams, KY she...

Susan Dollard

Susan Dollard

Apr 24, 2026

In Loving Memory of Susan

Susan, a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, and dear friend, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a loss that will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved her. Born and raised in Dorchester, Boston, Massachusetts, Susan carried with her the strength, resilience, and warmth that defined her roots throughout her life. She later made...

Marjorie Catherine Merten

Marjorie Catherine Merten

Apr 23, 2026

Marjorie Catherine Merten, née Carle—love, the one word that embodies a woman so special to so many. After 89 years of life, her Savior escorted her into Heaven on April 23, where she now sits smiling, and holding great-grandson JP with her daughter-in-law Vicki by her side. During her transition, her Savior reflected on her life of triumphs, successes, challenges,...

Louise A. Carpenter

Louise A. Carpenter

Apr 20, 2026

Louise A. (Anderson) Carpenter age 101 of Hamilton passed away on Monday April 20, 2026. She was born March 6, 1925, to the late Millard and Ollie (Newman) Anderson. On June 17, 1950, she married Clifford A. Carpenter. Louise worked as a secretary for Tri-County Assembly of God (New Heights Church).

Louise was preceded in death by her husband Cliff, her...

Gladys L. Moore

Gladys L. Moore

Apr 17, 2026

Gladys Louise (Joyce) Moore of Hamilton passed away from this life into the presence of her Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday April 17, 2026, after a brief period in hospice care. Born in Hamilton to Bearl and Aline (Nistler) Joyce on October 5, 1928, Gladys lived and worked her entire life in the Hamilton/Fairfield area. Never afraid of hard work,...

Virginia A. Holstein

Virginia A. Holstein

Apr 12, 2026

Virginia Ann (Pottkotter) Holstein of Hamilton, OH passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the age of 84.

“Jinny” was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend and wife of over 63 years to her devoted husband, Ronald Holstein. Together they built a life centered on love, faith and unwavering support. She will be remembered for her kind heart and...

Christopher Patrick Scott

Christopher Patrick Scott

Apr 10, 2026

Christopher Patrick Scott, 44, passed away on Friday April 10, 2026, in Fairfield, Ohio.

Born in Los Angeles, California, Chris lived a life full of compassion, purpose, and connection. He graduated from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, with a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies, reflecting both his intellectual interests and his desire to understand and connect with the world...

Catherine Lucia Leugers

Catherine Lucia Leugers

Apr 9, 2026

Catherine L. (Dadabo) Leugers, age 89, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 9, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Thomas G. Leugers for 62 years, loving mother of five children, cherished grandmother of 21 grandchildren, and adoring great-grandmother of 14 great-grandchildren. Catherine was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on December 13, 1936, the daughter of Chester and...

Beverly Ann Callahan

Beverly Ann Callahan

Apr 7, 2026

Beverly Ann Callahan was born August 23rd, 1950, to Robert and Jacqueline (Sadler) Kolodzik in Hamilton, Ohio. She passed away on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026. She is survived by her husband, James Dennis Callahan II, and daughter Amanda (Brandon) Feltner. She is also survived by her grandsons Zachary (Glenda) Feltner, Brady Feltner and Ryon (Emma Montgomery) Hensley, a great-grandson Zavier...

Gene A. Cunagin

Gene A. Cunagin

Mar 30, 2026

Gene Aubrey Cunagin passed away peacefully Monday March 30, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Fairfield, Ohio at the age of 92. Born July 21, 1933, in Jackson County, Kentucky, Gene’s life was marked by an unwavering dedication to his family, his community and his country. At just 17 he bravely enlisted in the Air Force in April of 1951 proudly...

Richard Lloyd Poynter

Richard Lloyd Poynter

Mar 23, 2026

Richard Lloyd Poynter, 69, of West Union, Ohio, passed away on March 23, 2026. He was born on June 25, 1956, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Velma and James Poynter Sr.

He is survived by his children, Kelly (Brian) Myers, Jennifer Poynter, Christopher (Erin) Poynter, Timothy Poynter, and Leanna and Loren Poynter; his six grandchildren, Dedrick, Kaleb, Emileen, Lincoln, Kimberly,...

Kimberly Ross Conner

Kimberly Ross Conner

Mar 20, 2026

In Loving Memory of Kimberly Ross Conner

With heavy hearts and deep love, we share the unexpected passing of Kimberly Ross Conner on Friday March 20, 2026.

Kimberly was a vibrant, radiant soul—creative, fun, comical, and effortlessly herself. She carried a classy yet free-spirited nature that made her truly one of a kind. She never knew a stranger; wherever she went, she...

Jiing Huei Chiou

Jiing Huei Chiou

Mar 16, 2026

Jiing Huei Chiou, age 74, of West Chester, Ohio, passed away peacefully on the morning of Monday, March 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 25, 1951, in Taiwan.

After honorably serving in the Taiwanese Navy, Jiing immigrated to the United States in the 1970s. He embraced his new life with determination and gratitude, proudly becoming...

Dr. Lairy Wayne Miller

Dr. Lairy Wayne Miller

Mar 13, 2026

Dr. Lairy Wayne Miller, age 64 of West Chester, Ohio, entered into heaven on Friday March 13, 2026. He was born on November 17, 1961 to Jack and Eva Miller. He was raised in Cincinnati, Ohio where he graduated from Colerain High School in 1980. He furthered his education at the University of Cincinnati where he graduated in 1984 with...

Anthony "Tony" Donald Kiser

Anthony "Tony" Donald Kiser

Mar 8, 2026

Anthony “Tony” Donald Kiser passed away peacefully on Sunday March 8, 2026, at the age of 57. Tony dedicated thirty-five years to fixing cars, always ready to help others get where they needed to go. He had a true passion for the work and the people he served. He also enjoyed playing darts for twenty years and cherished time spent...

Patrick S. Thayer

Patrick S. Thayer

Mar 7, 2026

Patrick S. Thayer, 70, went home to be with Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior, on March 7, 2026, in Liberty Township, Ohio.

Patrick, devoted husband and father, is survived by his wife Melanie Faye (Griffith) Thayer, who he spent 48 loving years with, their four children, Shane Thayer (Caitlin), Holly Latzy (Michael), Philip Thayer (Ashley), and Joshua Thayer (Chelsea Lee),...

Kamala "Kammy" S. Johnson

Kamala "Kammy" S. Johnson

Mar 5, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved and beautiful Kamala “Kammy” Johnson (Griessmann), who left us to be with her savior on Thursday March 5th, 2026, at the age of 58. Kammy was a cherished Mother, Wife, Grandmother and friend, whose kindness, warmth, and generosity touched the lives of all who knew her.

Born on...

Janis Eileen Kiefer

Janis Eileen Kiefer

Mar 4, 2026

KIEFER

Janis E. (Berger) – age 70 of Fairfield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Hospice of Hamilton. Janis was born August 10, 1955 in Sunbury, Pennsylvania; the daughter of the late Jack and Grace Berger (Rowe). She is survived by her husband Rick Kiefer, son Rich (Nicole) Kiefer, and grandchildren Audriana Price and Owen Kiefer. In lieu...

JoAnn M. Bosserman

JoAnn M. Bosserman

Feb 27, 2026

JoAnn M. Bosserman (nee Braunwart) age 86, beloved wife of over 67 years to Charles H. Bosserman, beloved mother of Karan A. (Gary) Cornett and Karla M. (Chris) Kuhns, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026. Daughter of the late Anna (nee Weitzel) and William Braunwart. Devoted Grandmother of Adam (Kelly) Kuhns, Craig (Jessica) Cornett, Nicholas (Linda) Kuhns, Hilary (Meghan) Kuhns,...

Martin Douglas New

Martin Douglas New

Feb 23, 2026

In loving memory of Martin (Marty) Douglas New

March 30, 1948 - February 23, 2026

Martin (Marty) New, 77, of Hamilton OH, passed away peacefully at home on Monday February 23, 2026, surrounded by his family and friends. Born in Hamilton, OH. Marty was the oldest of eight boys to Cecil and Kay New. He graduated from Taft High School in 1966...