Obituaries

Gracie Marie (nee Proffitt) Goebel

Gracie Marie (nee Proffitt) Goebel

Jul 10, 2025

Gracie (née Proffitt) Goebel, age 87, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, in Hamilton, Ohio. Born on December 17, 1937, in Laurel County, Kentucky, Gracie lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her faith, and her community.

Gracie began her professional journey in real estate with determination and passion. She earned her Real Estate License in 1969 and...

Janet Dempsey

Janet Dempsey

Jul 9, 2025

Janet Louise (nee McGuire) Dempsey age 64, passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 9th, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents Nancy (Curtin) and James McGuire, grandparents Andrew and Catherine Curtin and other friends and family joyfully welcoming her into Heaven. Janet is survived by her husband Edward Dempsey and children Patrick Dempsey (Valentijn) and Erin Dempsey. As...

John Owen Harmon

John Owen Harmon

Jun 29, 2025

With Heavy hearts we announce the death of our beloved John Owen Harmon 1/21/1981- 6/29/2025.

John Harmon, 44, of Liberty Twp., Ohio passed away peacefully at home in the care of hospice after a long fight against Chronic Lung Transplant Rejection.

He was born in Orlando, Fl to Thomas Harmon and Debbie Barras. John is remembered for his selflessness through his undying...

Douglas Taylor Luman

Douglas Taylor Luman

Jun 25, 2025

Douglas T. Luman

March 30, 1940 - June 25, 2025

Douglas "Doug" Luman, 85, of Fairfield, OH passed away peacefully on Wednesday June 25, 2025. Born on March 30, 1940, in Hamilton, Doug spent his life rooted in the community he loved. He built a career and reputation in the HVAC industry, eventually running his own company. Known for his...

Victor Manuel Ventura Ordonez

Victor Manuel Ventura Ordonez

Jun 24, 2025

Victor Manuel Ventura Ordoñez, de 42 años, falleció el 24 de junio de 2025.

Fue un esposo, padre, hijo, hermano y amigo amoroso, que valoraba profundamente el tiempo compartido con su familia. Victor será recordado por su calidez, generosidad y la alegría que brindaba a quienes lo rodeaban.

Le sobreviven su esposa, Floridalma Escalante; su madre, Carmen Sandoval; sus hijas, Michelle Ventura...

Lincoln Tyler Couch

Lincoln Tyler Couch

Jun 23, 2025

January 6, 2014 - June 23, 2025Lincoln Tyler Couch, age 11, of Monroe, Ohio, passed away on Monday June 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Though his time with us was far too short, his impact was immeasurable.Born on January 6, 2014, Lincoln was a beautiful soul who taught all who knew him the true meaning of unconditional love....

Daniel Paul Appenfelder

Daniel Paul Appenfelder

Jun 23, 2025

Daniel Paul Appenfelder - Age 87 of Fairfield, went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 23, 2025. He was born on February 18, 1938, in Cincinnati. Dan is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jean Appenfelder (Radtke); his children Peggy Grant, Bruce Appenfelder, Rebecca Appenfelder, Kimberly Hayes, James McKinney, Kristi Carithers, and Stephen Appenfelder; 20 grandchildren and...

David R. "Buck" Spears

David R. "Buck" Spears

Jun 8, 2025

David R. "Buck" Spears, age 79, of Weeki Wachee, Florida, beloved life partner, father and grandfather, passed away on June 8, 2025 after a courageous battle against cancer.

Mr. Spears was born in Pikeville, KY on October 12, 1945, to the late

Broadus and Earlene Spears. He is survived by his life partner, Kathy Senn, his son, David Patrick Spears,...

Linda Faye Clark

Linda Faye Clark

Jun 7, 2025

Linda Faye (née Clifton) Clark

June 27, 1939-June 7, 2025

Loving wife of Rayburn Alfred Clark (deceased) for 61 years. Survived by children Jim (Paula) Clark, Shannon (Clark) Moore, John (Lisa) Clark; brother Norman (Shirley) Clifton; 8 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.

Linda was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was raised in North Little Rock, Arkansas and cared for...

Saundra "Sandy" L. (Addison)  Lampl

Saundra "Sandy" L. (Addison) Lampl

Jun 7, 2025

Saundra "Sandy" Lampl passed away on Saturday, June 7 at 3:35 pm at Hospice of Hamilton. Sandy was born to Howard and Rachel Addison on August 18, 1946 in Hamilton, Ohio. Sandy graduated from Taft High School in 1964 and worked at West Side Federal Savings and Loan. She later worked for Fernald "National Lead company" in Ross, Ohio....

Cheryl Lynn Buchanan

Cheryl Lynn Buchanan

Jun 6, 2025

Cheryl Lynn Buchanan, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025. Born August 16, 1952 in Cincinnati to Janet Lawhon and John Buchanan; Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Melissa Buchanan and Vickie Lawhon. She and her sisters loved their little house on Bishop Avenue and all of their many rescued pets. Cheryl...

Roy Charles Marchant

Roy Charles Marchant

May 17, 2025

Roy Charles Marchant, age 80, passed away at his home in Loveland on Saturday May 17th, 2025.  Roy was born Oct. 26,1944 in Hamilton, Ohio to Ervin and Marion Marchant. Roy was one of six children.  He is preceded in death by his brothers: Ervin Jr. (Butch) and Myron, and one sister, Simone (Johnson).  He is survived by his...

Olive Belle (Murrell)  Young

Olive Belle (Murrell) Young

May 9, 2025

Olive Belle Young (Murrell) passed away on Friday May 9, 2025, at the age of 95. She was born on December 2, 1929, in the coal mining town of Fonde, KY. She obtained her bachelor's degree in education and piano from Carson Newman University and her master's in education from Miami University. She spent the majority of her teaching...

Robert E. Detillion

Robert E. Detillion

May 5, 2025

DETILLION, Robert E.

Age 68 of Monroe went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, May 5, 2025, at his residence.  He was born November 24, 1956, in Chillicothe, OH, the son of Arnold Emerson and Mary Magdalene (Montgomery) Detillion.  Rob was a Board Member, Head Usher and Mentor to many at the Tri-County...

Jeanne (Withrow)  Barger

Jeanne (Withrow) Barger

May 4, 2025

Jeanne (nee Withrow) Barger Age 96 of Hamilton Ohio passed away Sunday May 4th 2025.  She was born in Hamilton Ohio on September 4th 1928. The daughter of Ernest and Elsie (Miller) Withrow. Jeanne graduated from Hanover High School in 1947.  She married George Connelly in 1949.  Jeanne worked at Champion Papers for 40 years. Starting in the canteen...

Jay Nelson Heimbold

Jay Nelson Heimbold

Apr 30, 2025

Jay Nelson Heimbold, age 63, passed away on Wednesday April 30, 2025. Born in Miami Florida on August 10, 1961, the youngest son of John and Audrey Heimbold. He has two older brothers David and Daryl Heimbold. His nickname is Jaybird, loving father of his son Joshua Sterling Heimbold. Jay’s son Joshua has two children Crimson and Scarlet making...

Sharon Ann (Lane)  Barton

Sharon Ann (Lane) Barton

Apr 28, 2025

Sharon Ann Barton went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 28, 2025.  She was born March 15, 1939 in Bradshaw, West Virginia and moved with her family to Black Star in Alva, Kentucky at a young age where she remained until she graduated high school and married the love of her life, Donald Barton.  Sharon was...

Joyce Ann Eagle

Joyce Ann Eagle

Apr 26, 2025

EAGLE, Joyce Ann Heaven received another angel into the fold on Saturday, April 26. Joyce Ann Eagle peacefully went to be with the Lord and was reunited with her beloved brown eyed man—husband, Ben and only son, Jim. Joyce Ann was a loving and collaborative partner and wife. She was always a caring and supportive Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and...

Vicki Lynn Patrick

Vicki Lynn Patrick

Apr 24, 2025

Remembering Vicki Lynn Patrick.

October 20th 1958-April 24th 2025.

It is With the heaviest hearts, we share the news of the passing of our beloved Vicki Lynn Patrick. She left this world peacefully on April 24, 2025, at the age of 66, leaving behind a void that will be deeply felt by all who knew...

Stephen Craig Swisshelm

Stephen Craig Swisshelm

Apr 24, 2025

Stephen Craig Swisshelm, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away Thursday April 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter and devotion.  Steve was the cherished husband of Barbara (nee Cox), with whom he shared a lifetime of memories and unwavering partnership. He was the proud father of James, Amy (Joseph) Barrett, Michael (Rachel), and William....