Mary O'Brien
Nov 5, 2025
Mary P. (Wenzler) O’Brien, 82, of Oakwood passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. She was born on July 6, 1943 to the late Anthony B. and Rose Mary Wenzler. Mary married John D. (“Dee”) O’Brien. He preceded her in death in 2009. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Tony Wenzler and sister, Barbara Davis.
Mary was a...
Eric E. Eckhart
Nov 5, 2025
Eric E. Eckhart, a devoted husband and father, passed away on November 5, 2025, at the age of 55 in his hometown of Dayton. Born on August 24, 1970, Eric spent his life contributing to his community and cherishing his family. For an impressive 19 years, Eric dedicated himself to the City of Dayton as a Heavy Equipment Operator, where...
Dorothy Walters
Oct 28, 2025
Dorothy "Dottie" Ann Walters, 86, of Lebanon, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025 in Largo Florida surrounded by family. She was born the daughter of Raymond and Mary Magdalene (Gogel) Roos on August 26, 1939 in Dale Indiana. Dottie was a devoted wife, loving mother, and an adored Grammy to her grandchildren.
She was married on October 25, 1958...
Earl D. Eifert, M.D.
Oct 25, 2025
Earl D. Eifert, M.D., a dedicated physician and beloved member of the Centerville, Ohio community, passed away on October 25, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on November 30, 1942, in Dayton, Ohio, he demonstrated an unwavering commitment to his profession and his patients throughout his distinguished medical career.
Dr. Eifert received his education at Chaminade High School, University of...
Wilma Ruth Evans Somers
Oct 20, 2025
Wilma Ruth Evans Somers, age 90, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, in Chicago, Illinois.
She was born September 9, 1935, in Columbus, Ohio, to John William Evans and Mary Virginia (Mesarchik) Evans.
Wilma grew up in Columbus and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from The Ohio State University with a BS in Education & Allied Professions. During college,...
Frank Joseph Wenzke, M.D.
Oct 19, 2025
Wenzke, Frank Joseph, M.D., age 79, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at Kettering Medical Center on Sunday, October 19, 2025, after a brief illness.
Frank was born in Dayton, Ohio, on February 13, 1946, the fourth of eleven children, to Frank and Rita Wenzke. Growing up with ten siblings, two cousins, and an aunt all under the same roof, the...
Neil R. Banke
Oct 18, 2025
NEIL R. BANKE, age 91, of Centerville, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025 at St. Leonard. He was born in Dayton on September 2, 1934, the son of Robert Banke and Dorothy (Flora) Delano.
Neil was a 1952 graduate of Kiser High School. He attended the University of New Mexico before graduating from the University of Dayton with a degree...
Rita I. Brun
Oct 17, 2025
On Friday, October 17, 2025, Rita Brun, age 88, of Dayton passed away, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, kindness and love. Rita will be remembered for her quiet strength, her unwavering faith, and her commitment to her family.
Rita Irene was born in Sidney, Ohio, on May 31, 1937 to Carl and Emma Yost. She and her twin, Rafe, were...
Mary Jo Thoma
Oct 14, 2025
Mary Jo Thoma, a cherished soul and beacon of love, gracefully journeyed from this world into eternity on October 14, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on December 2, 1928, in the picturesque town of Logan, Ohio, Mary lived a life that was as vibrant and warm as her spirit. Residing for many years in Oakwood, Ohio, Mary was...
Mary Ann Henz
Oct 13, 2025
Henz, Mary Ann (Finke) age 102 of Kettering passed away Monday, October 13, 2025.
Mary Ann was a lifelong resident of the greater Dayton area. She was a graduate of the University of Dayton with a degree in education, and a Golden Flyer. Mary Ann was a member of the Christ Child Society for 85 years serving as president from 1960-1962....
Thomas Richard "Tom" Harker
Oct 10, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Richard Harker
October 15, 1934 – October 10, 2025
Thomas Richard Harker, age 90, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 10th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born at St. Elizabeth Hospital on October 15th, 1934.
Tom was a proud graduate of Chaminade High School, Class of 1952. After graduation, he joined the U.S. Navy, where...
Albert J. Woeste
Oct 10, 2025
Albert John Woeste, age 96, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on March 21, 1929, Al lived a full and generous life defined by faith, hard work, service, and enduring devotion to family.
He was the youngest of six children. He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Rose Woeste, and...
Lois J. Shearer
Oct 9, 2025
Lois J. Shearer, born on February 14, 1940, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025. She was the daughter of George and Mary Seth.
Lois married James Leroy Shearer on April 29, 1961. Together, they shared a life filled with love and adventure, traveling internationally and creating lasting memories. Lois was a proud mother to one child, Janice...
Ronald Anthony "Ron" Catanzaro
Oct 6, 2025
Known for his faith, love of family, and joyful ability to bring people together,Ronald Anthony Catanzaro passed away on Monday, October 6th, 2025 at the age of 87, surrounded by family.
Ron was born on February 3rd, 1938, to the late Joseph and Viola Catanzaro in Dayton, OH. He grew up alongside his sister, Carmel Kibler, and was especially shaped by...
George "Chip" Tyler, Jr.
Oct 2, 2025
George “Chip” Tyler, Jr. of Riverside, OH, age 64, born on December 3, 1960, in Dayton, OH passed away unexpectedly on October 2, 2025. Chip graduated from Kiser High School (1979) where he was a member of the football team. He worked and found success in the toolmaking industry, first with Mutual Tool and later with Northmont Tool. Chip enjoyed...
Crystal R. Meadors
Oct 1, 2025
CRYSTAL R. MEADORS, age 41, of Kettering, left our world unexpectedly on October 1, 2025. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on January 7, 1984, the daughter of Billie (Graves) Keaton.
Crystal leaves behind her husband of 23 years, Stan Meadors Jr.; children, Leila Meadors, Jaxson Meadors, Katie Creech, Demitryus Emerson and Skyler Holland; several grandchildren; mother, Billie Keaton; father, Larry...
Jerald R. Smith
Oct 1, 2025
JERALD R. SMITH, age 86, of Kettering, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025 in his home. He was born in Richmond, Indiana, on March 31, 1939, the son of Floyd and Mary (McAtee) Smith.
Jerald leaves behind his wife, Janet (Howell) Smith; four daughters, Jonda Jennings, Jill Smith, Janice Mazzone and Jodi Hinders; six grandchildren, Caitlyn Jennings, Melanie (Steve) Walton,...
Clarissa Wittmann
Sep 30, 2025
Clarissa Ann Wittmann, age 91, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, September 30, 2025. She was a devoted Christian and active member at Holy Trinity Church in Dayton, Ohio serving as a Catechist, (leading many teens to Christ), a Lector, and a Eucharistic Minister. She volunteered at St. Paul’s Soup Kitchen, was a member of...
Dr. Thomas L. Connair
Sep 30, 2025
Thomas Leo Connair, DVM, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on September 30, 2025, at the age of 96.
Born in Dayton, Ohio, Tom was the fifth of seven children of Mildred and Sylvan Connair. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Rita; infant daughter Mary; oldest daughter Cecilia; as well as his second wife, Ruth.
Tom leaves...
Martha Ann Kauflin
Sep 29, 2025
Kauflin, Martha Ann (Weckesser), passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025 at the age of 94. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on June 13, 1931, to her parents Urban and Mary (Russell) Weckesser. She attended St. Anthony's Julienne High School and graduated from St. Joseph's Commercial High School in 1949. Martha worked for the government as a buyer at...