Obituaries

Feb 2, 2023

Virginia Gayle Hindman, born March 24, 1940, in Russell Springs Kentucky, departed this life on February 2, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil Roe and Ollie May Hart of Peebles, Ohio as well as one sister, Wanda Lee Pendell.  She is survived by her Husband, William Franklin Hindman, 3 sisters, Wilma Jean Hohn of Peebles,...

Jan 25, 2023

David Smith Phillips, 94, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 25, 2023 at Fairfield Mercy Hospital.

David was born in Pittsburg, PA on August 31, 1928.  The son of David S. Phillips Sr., and Kathryn Phillips.  David was baptized and was a “Timothy” of the Orville Church of Christ.

David...

Jan 25, 2023

Lila E. Clapper (nee McGowan) – age 106 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023.  She was born January 22, 1917 in Logan County, Ohio; the daughter of the late Vernon and Neva McGowan (nee Pratt).  On June 18, 1939 in Lewistown, Ohio she married Lyman Clapper who preceded her in death in 2008.  Lila enjoyed painting,...

Jan 18, 2023

Donald Albert Gentry – age 88 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023.  He was born November 29, 1934 in Hamilton, the son of the late Albert and Violet Gentry (nee Boatwright).  Donald was a veteran of the US Army and later employed by the City of Hamilton retiring in 1995.  He is survived by his children...

Jan 17, 2023

James Earl Davis Jr. went home to Jesus on January 17, 2023 at age 60.

James was born to James and Barbara Davis (Compton) on April 17, 1962 in Hamilton, Ohio. James was a class of 1980 graduate of Garfield High School. He went on to attend Miami University and graduated with his Bachelors degree in 1984....

Jan 10, 2023

Donald “Tig” Owens, 48 of Hamilton Ohio.

Sadly, left us on January 10th.

Survived by Parents Robert and Aileen Fay,

Siblings Denise Polley (David), Tammy Kloss (Dan), Lisa Garcia, Chris Owens (Shanna), Loving companion Amanda Sanborn (Jenna), and

Numerous nieces and nephews.

Tig graduated from Hamilton High School. He...

Jan 7, 2023

Teddy Lee Whitaker – age 58 of Hamilton passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023.  He was born May 6, 1964 in Hamilton, the son of Geraldine Batchelor (nee Eversole) and the late James “Shortey” Whitaker.  Teddy is survived by his mother Geraldine; daughter Jessica Klapper; brother James (Sandra) Whitaker and sisters Diane Bobinger, Penny (Dave) Brown, Regina Merrill, and...

Jan 3, 2023

On Tuesday, January 3, 2023, a kind and loving son, brother, and grandson, Christopher ‘Skye’ Farnsworth Anderson, of West Chester, Ohio, passed away at age twenty-four.

Skye was very invested in and close with his family. He was always kind and would go out of his way to make sure they were happy. He would do anything...

Jan 3, 2023

David Decker Browe passed away at the age of 72 on January 3, 2023. Dave was born to Shirley and Henry Browe on January 26, 1950 in Chicago, IL. Dave moved to Cincinnati, OH in 1967 where he graduated from St. Xavier High School and went on to attend and graduate from University of Dayton. He met his wife...

Dec 31, 2022

Steven Mark Montgomery, 49, of the Pleasant Run Farms in Cincinnati, OH, passed away on December 31st, 2022. Steve was born on June 6, 1973 in Cincinnati, OH. He graduated from Northwest Senior High School. He worked in various professions, most recently as an IT consultant. Steve enjoyed rooting for the Cincinnati Bengals and Reds, spending time with family...

Dec 30, 2022

Richard Robert VanOflen, II, Hamilton, Ohio, passed away unexpectantly on December 30, 2022, at his residence. The family is deeply saddened. Rick was 49 years old.

He is survived by his daughter, Mya, who is the light of his life. He is also survived by his parents, Rick and Pat VanOflen; his siblings, Jennifer Lacombe (husband Mike),...

Dec 29, 2022

David Michael McManus – age 71 of Fairfield Township, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2022.  He was born May 1, 1951 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late John and Ruth McManus (nee Kessel).  David is survived by his beloved wife, Beverly McManus (nee Petroff) along with multiple friends and family.  A private graveside committal service will be held...

Dec 28, 2022

Thomas Harold Walsh of Fairfield, Ohio passed away peacefully at home at the age of 76 with his loving family in attendance.  Husband of 54 years to Mary Jean Walsh (nee Klingenberg).  Born in Cleveland, Ohio to Hazel and Francis Walsh, graduated from St. Ignatius High School, moved to Cincinnati to attend Xavier University and graduated in 1969 where...

Dec 22, 2022

Evon Laubenstein

June 1, 1929 – December 22, 2022

Evon Laubenstein of Hamilton, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, December 22, 2022.

She was born June 1, 1929, in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Elbert and Cora (McCuistion) Phillips.

She was a graduate of Hazel Park High School...

Dec 21, 2022

Michael (Mike) S. Baumann, Sr. – age 70 of Fairfield, Ohio, passed away Wednesday evening, December 21, 2022.  Mike was born June 22, 1952 in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Robert and Jacquelyn (Brune) Baumann.  He graduated from Stephen T. Badin High School in 1970 and attended Miami University.  On January 25, 1975 in Hamilton, Ohio, he married Karen...

Dec 19, 2022

VOLZ, Eugene “Gene”

Eugene Volz (Gene) age 74 born in Union Township, OH on August 19, 1948 passed away peacefully surrounded by his 4 children, dog, and good friend on December 9, 2022. He is preceded in death by parents Joseph & Mildred Volz and brother Harold Volz. He is survived by his 2 sisters Julie (Jerry...

Dec 18, 2022

BILLINGSLEY, John W.

Billingsley, John W. Billingsley, Born in New Lexington, OH on 3/21/1934. Passed away on December 18, 2022, in the presence of his loving wife and sons. Graduated from St. Mary High School in Columbus, Ohio, 1951. Joined the United States Marine Corps on July 22, 1952, and was Honorably Discharged on August 5, 1955,...

Dec 16, 2022

Shelli Lynn Franek (Fairfield, Ohio)

On Friday, December 16, 2022 Shelli Lynn Franek, beloved daughter, sister, aunt and a friend to many, passed away. Shelli was born to Eugene Franek (Saginaw, MI) and Carol Franek (Chasteen) in Saginaw Michigan on September 3, 1970. She was 52 years old. She was baptized and confirmed in the Roman Catholic...

Dec 16, 2022

Carrie Jane Petit, 64, of Hamilton, Ohio gained her wings on December 16, 2022 after a long battle with cancer. Carrie was born on June 21, 1958 in Tiffin, Ohio to Charles and Eileen (Ledbetter) Petit. Carrie touched many lives while here on Earth and her smile could light the darkest of rooms. Carrie enjoyed living life to the...

Dec 12, 2022

Dorothy “Dottie” Behling (nee Bazar), age 92, passed away December 12, 2022, surrounded by her family. She was born May 25, 1930, in Scotia, New York, the daughter of Paul and Evelyn Bazar (nee Blinsinger). It was in New York that she met her beloved husband William “Bill” Behling, who preceded her in death. Dottie and Bill started a...