Obituaries
Willie Lee Jones
May 29, 2026
Willie Jones, a true man of God, passed peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Fairfield, Ohio. He was born on May 17, 1933, in Corbin, Kentucky, to the late Henry and Betty Jones.
Willie is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Katherine, with whom he shared 65 blessed years of marriage. He...
Kathleen Ann Godsey
May 28, 2026
Kathleen Ann (Hellmann) Godsey, age 66 of Liberty Twp, OH, passed away peacefully at home on the evening of Thursday, May 28, 2026. She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother ('Nana' a.k.a. 'Mrs. Donut'), friend, and wife of over 48 years to her husband, Jeff.
Kathy was born July 13, 1959, in Ft. Thomas, KY (Campbell County) to Robert Joseph Hellmann...
Joseph Daniel Reeves
May 24, 2026
Joseph D. Reeves, age 76, of Fairfield, Ohio passed away on May 24, 2026.
Born in Birmingham, Joseph moved with his family to Morrow in 1951, where much of his story began to unfold. Joseph was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Ann Ingles; his mother, Ruby I. Reeves Peace; his father, Joseph Daniel Reeves; his sister, Evelyn I....
Ora Wilkerson
May 17, 2026
Ora Browning Wilkerson (née Clemmons) ran into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday May 17, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, kindness, generosity, and love.
She was born in Sand Gap, Kentucky, on October 31, 1932. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Roy Browning and Casper Wilkerson. Ora is survived by her daughter,...
Brian Lee Hasseman
May 16, 2026
Brian Hasseman – Age 81 of Fairfield, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2026. He was born June 21, 1944 in Canton, Ohio, the son of the late Carl and Louava Hasseman (Coe). On December 19, 1965 in North Canton, Ohio, Brian married Janice Hasseman (Sayre). Brian worked as a Teacher and Guidance Counselor for Fairfield City School District. He is...
Bruce J. Armstrong
May 14, 2026
Bruce J. Armstrong age 79, passed away on Thursday May 14, 2026.
He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 12, 1947, to the late Vernon and Helen Armstrong
He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Donna Armstrong; son Scott Armstrong (Helen),
grandson Brandon Armstrong (Abby), granddaughter Olivia Armstrong, great grandson Cooper
Armstrong, Step-daughter Michele Horton (Allan), Step-grandsons Logan Horton (Gracie)...
Alfred Jerome Schnapp
May 8, 2026
Alfred J Schnapp, age 88, of Fairfield passed away on Friday May 8, 2026, at Westover Retirement Community. He was born in Hamilton on March 14, 1938, to the late Jerome and Catherine Schnapp.
On May 4, 1957 he married his beloved wife, Mary Jo Rickert, she preceded him in death. Al is survived by his loving children, Jerry (Kathleen) Schnapp,...
Robert Andrew Butsch
May 6, 2026
Robert “Bob” A. Butsch, age 76, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday May 6, 2026.
He was born on November 30, 1949, in Cincinnati, Ohio. As a graduate of Colerain High School, he began his career as a machinist, working his way up to mechanical engineer at GE Aircraft Engines, while also attending the University of Cincinnati. He was...
Viola Doris Kolde
May 5, 2026
Viola Doris (nee Rosenbalm) Kolde, age 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 5, 2026. She was born on March 12, 1940.
Doris was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roger Kolde, with whom she shared many happy years after meeting at a square dance. Together they built a life centered around family, friendship, travel, and laughter.
She retired from Standard...
Greta Faye Bartels
May 4, 2026
Greta Faye (nee Foley) Bartels passed away on Monday May 4, 2026, at the age of 94. She was born in Amelia, Ohio on September 13, 1931, the daughter of Radie and Alberta (Nelson) Foley. Greta married Ben Bartels of Hamilton. Having met as students at Miami University, a Miami merger. They were married close to 70 years. After raising...
Julia Iris Castañeda
May 4, 2026
Julia Iris Castañeda
January 30, 1938 – May 4, 2026
Julia Iris Castañeda, 88, of Naguabo, Puerto Rico, passed away on May 4, 2026, in Liberty Township, Ohio.
Julia was a gifted and creative woman with talents in drawing, crocheting, and sewing, often recreating designs she admired. She loved flowers and plants and was known for her beauty, vibrant personality, and generous heart.
Julia...
Linda Sue Booth
May 1, 2026
Linda Sue (Bolser) Booth, 77, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away on May 1, 2026
Linda was born to the Bolser family and later took the name Booth through marriage. She spent much of her life in Hamilton, OH, where she lived life in her own way, valuing her independence and following a path that was uniquely her own.
She will be remembered...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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