Current Obituaries
Mary M. Reffitt
Apr 14, 2016
Reffitt, Mary M. Mary M. Reffitt, 89, of Franklin Township, died at home on Thursday, April 14, 2016. She was born in Logan County, West Virginia on May 19, 1926 to parents Banks and Bessie (Patrick) Crouch.Mary had worked for Miami-Carey for over 20 years. She enjoyed gardening, growing flowers and going fishing. She will be lovingly missed by her...
Richard Eugene Mort
Apr 14, 2016
Richard Eugene Mort, 78, of Middletown, died at home on April 14, 2016. Born May 27, 1937 in Dayton, Ohio, he lived in Vandalia, then West Manchester, Ohio with his parents Bernard & Bonnie Mort, who preceded him in death, as did his brother, Charles. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ann; daughter, Tracy (Tom) Hopkins; son,...
Janet A. Stibbs
Apr 12, 2016
Janet A. Stibbs, 81, of Middletown, died Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at her home. She was born in Paintsville, Kentucky on November 1, 1934 to parents Verlin and Madge (Kimbler) Murray.Janet was devoted to her family and enjoyed gardening and traveling. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Donald Stibbs; daughter, Sherri Powers; sons, Stephen Stibbs &...

Mary L. Blair
Apr 11, 2016
Mary L. Blair, 104, of Turtlecreek Township, died Monday, April 11, 2016, at Otterbein-Lebanon Retirement Community. She was born in West Middletown on October 21, 1911 to parents Paul and Stella (Griswold) Long.Mary had worked in the trust department at Barnitz Bank and was still with them when they became Bank One. She enjoyed traveling with her friend, Luwana King....
Donald E. Brunswick
Apr 10, 2016
Donald E. Brunswick, known to his friends as "Good Natured Don" 89, of Madison Township, died Sunday, April 10, 2016, at Mt. Pleasant Place, Monroe, Ohio. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 9, 1926 to parents William Henry and Elizabeth (Tieman) Brunswick.Don worked as an engineer for Armco Steel Corp for 30 years, retiring as a supervisor in...
Pamela J. (Carder) Kinder
Apr 8, 2016
Pamela J. (Carder) Kinder, 54, of Trenton, went into the loving hands of the Lord on April 8, 2016. She was born in Middletown, Ohio on August 5, 1961, daughter of Wade and Judy Carder.Pam lived each day of her life taking care of those around her. She always found a way to bring the best out in those she...
Barbara J. Stahley
Apr 8, 2016
Barbara J. Stahley, 71, of Madison Township, died Friday, April 8, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 19, 1944 to parents Edwin and Eileen (Dillon) Kercsmar.Mrs. Stahley worked as a paralegal at Armco Steel for 30 years and at Frost & Jacobs for several years. She was a member of...

Norman E. Holweger
Apr 7, 2016
Norman E. Holweger, 71, of Middletown, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016. Norm was preceded in death by his parents, Justin & Jane (Brelsford) Holweger; and sisters, Paula Holweger, Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" Holweger & Catherine "Kitty" Holweger.He is survived by his wife, Donna (Williams) Holweger & son, Travis Hurley; brother, Justin W. (Patti) Holweger; niece & nephew, Beth Ann &...
Philomena Donisi
Apr 7, 2016
Philomena Donisi, 103, of Middletown, died Thursday, April 7, 2016, at Spring Hills Middletown. She was born in Middletown on November 25, 1912 to parents Frederick and Teresa (Rossi) Parrella.Philomena had been the owner of the Donisi's Delicatessen and had worked at Shaddock's. She was a member of Holy Family Parish - St. John's Church, Holy Family Ladies Society, St....
Alma R. Roark
Apr 6, 2016
Alma R. Roark, 86, of Middletown, died Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Middletown on February 23, 1930 to parents Lafe and Mayme (Soule) Highley.Alma was a member of Posttown First Church of God where she participated with the Ladies Missionary and helped in the food pantry. She had worked for...
Edna Mae Spicer
Apr 4, 2016
Edna Mae Spicer, born in Clark County, KY on October 11, 1930 to parents Dillard & Nora (Cole) Proffitt, grew up in Frenchburg, KY, and lived in Franklin, OH all of her adult life, passed away Monday, April 4, 2016, at age 85.She has been married to her best friend and wonderful husband, Roy Spicer, for almost 65 years. He...
Ruby M. Taylor
Apr 4, 2016
Ruby M. Taylor, 101, of Carlisle, died Monday, April 4, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Wolfe County, Kentucky on March 21, 1915 to parents Frank and Mary (Hatton) Combs.Ruby was a member of the Freedom House Church of God and was one of the members who helped start the Clothing and Food Pantry...
Cody Daniel Fugate
Apr 1, 2016
Cody Daniel Fugate, 29, of Middletown, died Friday, April 1, 2016, at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida on January 25, 1987 to parents Terry Callahan and Kelly Lynn Lewis.Cody was a devoted father to his children and loved his family. He was an avid sports fan and coached little league. He enjoyed singing, playing guitar and...

Christopher Michael Lee Sr.
Apr 1, 2016
Christopher Michael Lee, Sr., 44, of Middletown, died Friday, April 1, 2016, at his home. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 20, 1971.Christopher worked as a printer engineer for Cannon. He is survived by his son, Mike Lee Jr.; daughters, Isabella Lee, Cate Lee & Deborah Lee; parents, Carl & Gloria (Thompson) Lee; brother, Carl Lee Jr.; sister,...
Elsie P. Hill
Mar 31, 2016
Elsie P. Hill, 72, of Middletown, died Thursday, March 31, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Campton, Kentucky on July 25, 1943 to parents Eugene 'Junior' and Ogelean 'Jean' (Dunn) Nickell.Elsie had worked for Mitsubishi, retiring in 2014. She was a member of Women of the Moose Chapter 183. Ms. Hill is survived by...

Vernita L. Blevins
Mar 26, 2016
Vernita L. Blevings, 89, of Middletown, died Saturday, March 26, 2016. She was born in Frenchburg, Kentucky on June 25, 1926 to parents Lloyd & Felicia (Cunningham) Houser.Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Funeral Home: Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding 3805 Roosevelt Blvd. Middletown, OH US 45044
Bette Hope Petrocy
Mar 25, 2016
Bette Hope Petrocy, 91, of Monroe, died Friday, March 25, 2016, at Mt. Pleasant Retirement Village. She was born in Middletown on January 25, 1925 to parents Tip and Dessie (Spencer) Hampton.Bette graduated from Middletown High School and worked as a secretary for Middletown City Schools, retiring in 1983. She volunteered at Middletown Regional Hospital for over 40 years, participated...
Dixie Jane Helman Davis
Mar 25, 2016
Dixie Jane Helman Davis, 88, of Trenton, died Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Bloomer, Ohio on February 8, 1928 to parents James Russell and Nellie (Rudy) Helman.Dixie had worked as a sales clerk for Pogue's Department Store and then as a secretary for the American Cancer Society, retiring in 1990. She was a...
Wilgus "Wig" Crase
Mar 25, 2016
Crase, Wilgus Wilgus "Wig" Crase, 79, of Carlisle, died Friday, March 25, 2016, at home. He was born in Lee City KY, on April 26, 1936 to parents Lebern and Mabel (Perkins) Crase.Mr. Crase retired from AK Steel after 28 years. He was a member of the Unity Baptist Church and a member of the Pieratt F & AM Lodge...
Dolores M. Clark
Mar 24, 2016
Dolores M. Clark, 89, of Middletown, died Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. She was born in Germantown, Ohio on June 6, 1926 to parents Chester and Edna (Ebberts) Barkalow.Dolores will always be remembered for her loving kindness and unconditional love.She is survived by her daughter, Becky Saunders; son, Duane (Veronica) Clark; two granddaughters, Christina...