All Obituaries

Craig E. Mayes, age 85 of New Lebanon, OH., passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, June 5, 2023. He was born in Fork Ridge, TN., on March 16, 1938 to Rufus and Inez (Bayless) Mayes.  Craig was a hard working man, who worked for Dayton Press for 35 years and after retiring from there, went on to work at Amos Press for 15 years. Things he enjoyed were going camping, hunting, fishing and boating. When he was not out  enjoying those activities, you could find...

Carol A. Crowe 78, of Eaton, Ohio. Passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023.   She was born January 9, 1945 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Thurman E. and Lillie G. (Pierce) Stanley.   In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her brother John R. Stanley.   Carol is survived by her husband of 58 years, Bruce Crowe; son David Crowe of Camden; daughter, Teresa (Bill) Maxwell, of New Carlisle; and Dennis Crowe of Eaton. Her grandchildren,...

Frances A. Craig, of Farmersville, OH.,  passed peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, May 14, 2023. She was born to Harvey and Grace (Hawk) Bell in Hamilton, OH on June 29, 1941. What is there to say about Frances? For starters she was the Yahtzee champion of the Craig household, enjoyed puzzles, board games, and solving puzzles. She loved gardening and was very proud of her flowers and yard. She enjoyed square dancing with her husband, liked birdwatching and just enjoyed...

Linda S. Driscoll 69, of Dayton, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, May 11, 2023.  She was born April 8, 1954, in Dayton, to the late Wilmer C. and Janet L. (Stager) Horn.  In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her daughters, Chrissy Smith and Rebecca Rhea; and brothers, Donald and Benjamin Horn.  She is survived by her son, Richie Rhea; grandchildren, Josh, Richie Jr, Diamond, and Michael; 2 great grandchildren; siblings, Gale (Chuck) Kilbarger,...

Lynn R. Morey 80, of Richmond, Indiana, graduated to Heaven on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born May 4, 1942 in St. Paul, Minnesota to his parents, Pete and Bernice J. (Thill) Morey. Lynn was preceded in death by his dad, Irving Peter (Pete) Morey; and son, Peter Lynn (Pete) Morey. He is survived by his mom, Bernice Morey; loving wife of 52 years, Rosalind Morey; son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Sarah Morey; daughter and son-in-law, Bethany and Jeff...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ella Jane (Gibson) Hissong, who passed away peacefully on May 2, 2023, at the age of 89. Ella, who preferred to be called Janie, was born on December 4, 1933 in Hazard Ky. to the late Carl Gibson and Ethel (Smith) Gibson Young. She embraced life with a fantastic sense of humor, a deep love for her family,  and cherished her independence. Janie is survived by her loving children: son Bud Combs and wife Connie of Eaton, Oh.;...

Judy Kay Werk Age 79, passed peacefully in her home from natural causes on April 26, 2023 surrounded by family and friends. Judy was born June 15, 1943 in Brazil, Indiana to Mary Kathryn and James Lalen. She was a loved wife, mother, sister, aunt, friend, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. She loved her job as a school bus monitor and driver for many years in Huber Heights, Ohio. In her retirement, she enjoyed spending time in the sun by the pool, gardening,...

Alex Bowser 29, of Eaton, unexpectedly passed away, Monday, April 24, 2023. She was born July 30, 1993, to her parents, Kevin Lee and Amy Lorean (McCargish) Bowser. Alex was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, William Lee Bowser; and maternal grandparents, James Lewis and Betty Ann (Ostopak) McCargish. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her siblings, Maxwell Lee (Leahann Scott) Bowser, Kasey Katherine (Jordan Decker) Bowser, and Lewis Michael (Jessica Spitler)...

LaVerne Tompkins born on April 8, 1952 in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on Friday, April 21 at Ohio Hospice of Dayton surrounded by loved ones. Preceded in death by her son, Scott Shock; parents, Jesse Paul and Edna Matheny; and brothers David and Phillip Matheny.   She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Raymond; daughters, Pamela (Eric) Mason and Heather (Jennifer) Tompkins; sons, Sean (Kimby) Tompkins and Raymond (Becky) Tompkins, Jr., and   grandchildren, Dillon and Isabel...

Marion E. Keller 84, of Middletown, passed away after an extended illness Wednesday, April 12, 2023. He was born January 25, 1939 in Verona, Ohio, to the late Jesse A. and Susie E. (Ridenour) Keller. Marion is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Lou Frances Keller; children, Terry Keller, Randy (Denise) Keller, and Bethany (Duane) Poole; grandchildren, Jesse (Sara) Keller, Iva (Jamie) Phillips, Ashley (Ryan) Profitt, Diana (Solomon) Kessio, and Justin (Jordan) Poole; and 10 great...