Current Obituaries

Pauline B. Michael
Jul 29, 2009
Pauline B. "Polly" Michael, 88, of Middletown, died Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at her residence. She was born in Dayton on September 14, 1920 to parents Edward R. and Eva Jane (Griffey) Bach.Polly worked for Sol. A. Finkelman Real Estate for over 40 years, retiring in 1982 and she was a Red Cross Volunteer in the 50's. She and her...
Ann Mae Hummer
Jul 28, 2009
Ann Mae Hummer, 78, of Trenton, died Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Paris, Kentucky on June 23, 1931 to parents Jesse H. and Goldie Mabel (Wilson) Sanders.Mrs. Hummer owned and operated the Hummer Haus Restaurant for 20 years, retiring in 1995. She was a member of Holy Name Church, the Miami Valley Woodcarvers...

Mary Elaine (Geier-Brokamp) Witte
Jul 26, 2009
Mary E. Witte, 89, of Middletown, died Sunday, July 26, 2009, at Liberty of Middletown. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on April 6, 1920 to parents Edward and Hazel (Pittman) Geier.Mrs. Witte was an optician and office manager for Dr. Robert T. Allen in Richmond, Indiana. She was a member of Holy Family Parish, the Ladies' Society and, in...
James Gary Nickel
Jul 25, 2009
James Gary Nickel, 64, of Franklin, died Saturday, July 25, 2009, at home. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on December 11, 1944.Mr. Nickel is survived by his wife, Shirley (Mullen) Nickel; parents Wilmer And Elva (Wynn) Nickell; sons, Randy Nickel and Daniel Nickel; daughter, Jennifer Shelton; sisters, Linda Sue (Robert) Harris, Iva Carol Caskey, Elizabeth Faye (Robert) Temple, Patricia...

Margaret Ditmyer
Jul 25, 2009
Ditmyer, Margaret Margaret Ditmyer, 98, formerly of Middletown, died Saturday, July 25, 2009, at Versailles Health Care Center. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 26, 1910 to parents Joseph and Katherina (Koch) Kremm.Mrs. Ditmyer was a member of Holy Family Parish and the Middletown Senior Citizens. Mrs. Ditmyer is survived by her children, Frank (Sally) Ditmyer, John (Terry)...
Robert J. Murphy
Jul 23, 2009
Robert J. Murphy, 85, of Middletown, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at his home. He was born in Middletown, on April 10, 1924 to parents Edward and Caroline (Spies) Murphy.Mr. Murphy worked as an electrician for 45 years at General Motors, retiring in 1982. Robert served his country in the United States Navy in the Pacific during World War II....
Catharine Mary Broadstone
Jul 22, 2009
Catharine Mary (Gudeles) Broadstone, 91, of Middletown, formerly of Brookville, died Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at her residence. She was born in Dayton on June 1, 1918 to parents Zigmund J. and Catharine (Ambrose) Gudeles.Mrs. Broadstone is survived by her children, James Marion Broadstone, Joan Osborn VanGunten, Dr. Mary Ellen Broadstone Gaeke, Judith Anderson, Susan Jorfi and Thomas Broadstone; sister,...
Betty L. Simpson
Jul 22, 2009
Betty L. (Murphy) Simpson, 85, of Middletown, died Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at Close To Home Assisted Living. She was born in Angola, Indiana on February 1, 1924 to parents Russell and Ora (Halsey) Murphy.Betty worked as a clerk and assistant office manager for Armco Steel Corporation and then Montgomery Wards, retiring in 1976. She was a member of First...
Michael W. Hannah
Jul 17, 2009
Michael W. Hannah (Papaw Beans) beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend. Mike being the bright eyed and loving gentleman he was, always brought a smile to your face. His pride and joy was his granddaughter, Riley and daughter Beth. Born on October 2, 1950, Mike gracefully entered into the presence of God on July 17, 2009. At the age of...
Thomas G. Chamberlain
Jul 16, 2009
Thomas G. Chamberlain, 84, of Trenton, died Thursday, July 16, 2009, at his residence. He was born in Trenton on October 10, 1924 to parents William and Vivian (Fifer) Chamberlain.Tom proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II, serving in the 104th Infantry Division "The Timberwolves" and he was in the Battle of the Bulge....

Betty Jane Spies
Jul 16, 2009
Betty Jane Spies, 89, of Monroe, died Thursday, July 16, 2009, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Middletown on June 3, 1920 to parents Clyde F. and Margaret (Root) Combs.Betty worked as a cashier for Middletown Public Schools for 30 years. Mrs. Spies is survived by her sons, Michael (Patti) Spies and Steven Eric (Joyce) Spies; daughters, Janice...

Hercules L. Fillios
Jul 15, 2009
Hercules L. Fillios, born March 21, 1938 in Yanohori, Greece, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at home with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Alexandra (Nikoli) Fillios; three sons, Elias (Mary) Fillios, Nicholas (Amy) Fillios and Phillip Fillios; Papou of Andrew and Alex Fillios; two step-granddaughters, Emi and Abbie Hurlburt; brother,...
Gennifer E. Maxey
Jul 13, 2009
Gennifer E. Maxey, 26, of Middletown, died Monday, July 13, 2009, at West Chester Medical Center. She was born in Middletown on December 31, 1982 to parents Carl R. Maxey and Beth (Scorti) Newcomb.Gennifer enjoyed cooking and loved kids. She was a Dream Factory recipient. She is survived by her mother, Beth Newcomb & Jeff; father, Carl "Randy" (Karen) Maxey;...

Billie Ballard Turner
Jul 10, 2009
Turner, Billie Ballard Billie Ballard Turner, 87, of Middletown, died Friday, July 10, 2009, at Otterbein-Lebanon Retirement Community. She was born in Fayette, Missouri on June 6, 1922 to parents Charles and Dorothy (Crews) Basye.Mrs. Turner worked as an accounting clerk for Mead Paper Co. for twenty years. Billie was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. Mrs. Turner is...
Kimberly A. Mathis
Jul 10, 2009
Mathis, Kimberly Kimberly Mathis, 49, of Middletown, died Friday, July 10, 2009, at home after a long battle with her illness. She was born in Middletown, on March 10, 1960 to parents Garland and Beatrice (Bowman) Marshall.Mrs. Mathis is survived by her husband, Kevin Mathis; mother, Beatrice Marshall; sister; Sherry (David) Beckett; stepdaughter; Kelcie (Jeremy) Craig; stepson, David Mathis; niece...
Gary L. Cooper
Jul 7, 2009
Gary L. Cooper, 74, of Madison Township, died Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Caney, Kentucky on June 5, 1935 to parents Jerry and Myrtle (Morris) Cooper.Gary was a builder and roofer for 40 years. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a 30 year member of the...
Timothy W. Peters
Jul 6, 2009
Timothy W. Peters, 56, of Monroe, died Monday, July 6, 2009. He was born in Middletown on August 21, 1952 to parents Bruce Lynn and Dorothy (Clemmer) Peters Sr.Tim enjoyed traveling, scuba diving and fine foods. He is survived by his daughter, Jeni (fiancé Josh Lorenz) Peters; brothers, Bruce L. (Glenda) Peters Jr. and Michael (Janice) Peters; and numerous loving...
Carolyn V. Kelly
Jul 6, 2009
Carolyn V. Kelly, 86, of Middletown, died Monday, July 6, 2009, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Dexter, New York on July 13, 1922 to parents Ira and Ada (Parker) Carter.Carolyn worked as a secretary for Harry A. Finkelman Realty and Insurance for over 50 years. Mrs. Kelly is survived by her son, David M. (Rick Bronson) Kelly;...

Carolyn S. Kilbarger
Jul 5, 2009
Carolyn S. Kilbarger, 64, of Madison Township, died Sunday, July 5, 2009, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Middletown on June 9, 1945 to parents Fred and Juanita (Spencer) Olinger.Carolyn had worked at Meijer for 10 years. She was a member of Stratford Heights Church of God. Mrs. Kilbarger is survived by her husband, Ronald A. Kilbarger; sons,...
Robert R. Wells
Jul 5, 2009
Robert R. “Bob” Wells, 76, of Middletown, died Sunday, July 5, 2009, at his residence. He was born in Middletown on October 18, 1932 to parents Reese and Eva (Baker) Wells.He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Nancy J. (Back) Wells; two daughters, Pamela (Gary) Reardon and Connie (Jim) Wells-Smith; grandchildren, Logan Reardon, Lindsey Reardon and Stephanie Reardon;...