Obituaries
Joyce Landon
Dec 6, 2025
Joyce Marie Landon, age 97, of Centerville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Joyce was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 48 years, Dr. David Joseph Landon, and her son, Dane Paul Landon. She is survived by her son David Harold Landon; daughters Donna Joyce (John) Beal and...
Sally Keyes
Dec 6, 2025
Sally Keyes, 88, of Dayton, Ohio, died peacefully on December 6, 2025 in her apartment surrounded by family. Sally was born to Joseph and Rose (Kernan) Keyes on February 28, 1937. She is survived by her three younger brothers: Joseph (Sally), Michael (Betsy), and Patrick (Gail); her nieces and nephews: Andy, Jeremy, Ezekial, Sarah, Christy, Tobias, Regina, Rose, and Laura;...
Karen D. Lucas
Dec 6, 2025
Karen Lucas (Dunlap) passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025 at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton. She was born April 14, 1949, in Mansfield, Ohio to the late Charles and Dorothy Dunlap. Karen attended THE Ohio State University, and after graduation she worked as a contract negotiator at Wright Patterson Air Force Base where she met the love of her life,...
Alan Johnson
Dec 5, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Alan Roland Johnson, who left us on Friday, December 5, 2025 at the age of 75. Alan was born in Dayton on March 13, 1950 and remained a proud Dayton resident and UD Flyer fan for his lifetime. Alan was an avid runner and sportsman. He was a proud...
Julie Ann Schwartz
Dec 2, 2025
JULIE ANN SCHWARTZ, age 47, of Dayton, passed away on December 2, 2025. She was born in Dayton on April 5, 1978, the daughter of Richard and Sandra (Griffin) Schwartz.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 from 5-7pm, in the WESTBROCK FUNERAL HOME- KETTERING, 5980 Bigger Road. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated...
John M. Loeber
Nov 30, 2025
John M. Loeber, 68, of Dayton, passed away on Sunday November 30th, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. John was born on October 10th, 1957 to Dr. Louis C. Loeber and Mary E. Loeber in Dayton, Ohio. John graduated from Patterson Co-op High School and started his career at IBEW LU82 as a Journeyman Electrician in 1978. n 2011, John retired...
Joseph R. Walusis
Nov 21, 2025
Joseph Ralph Walusis, age 78, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on November 21, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 18, 1947, in Dayton, and spent his life centered on faith, family, and service to others.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Casimer and Ruth Walusis, and his brother, Michael Walusis. He...
Ruth P. (McKenzie) Link
Nov 19, 2025
RUTH P. (McKENZIE) LINK, age 95, of Centerville, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, with her loving husband, Rex of 74 years of marriage along with her family at her side. She was born in Wichita, Kansas, on July 22, 1930, the daughter of Donald and Lillian (Anderson) McKenzie.
Ruth dedicated her life to caring for others. She spent many...
Ryan Wellborn Basine
Nov 13, 2025
Ryan Basine, age 52, of Centerville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2025. He was born on October 13, 1973, at Edwards Air Force Base in California, and was the beloved son of James and Gail Wellborn-Basine.
Ryan was born with multiple disabilities and was unable to speak, yet he moved through the world with a gentle and loving...
Charles Thomas "Mac" McCloskey
Nov 7, 2025
Charles Thomas "Mac" McCloskey, age 93, of Centerville, passed away at home on Friday, November 7th, 2025. He was born on July 28, 1932, in Dayton, Ohio, to Charles and Louise McCloskey.
Charles, known to most as “Mac”, was guided by his deep and steady Catholic faith. He found joy in tirelessly serving others and putting their needs before his own....
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....

