Obituaries

Tonya K. Young

Tonya K. Young

Nov 23, 2025

Tonya K. Young age 56 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away Sunday November 23, 2025. She was born January 3, 1969 in Cincinnati, Ohio the daughter of the late Jacqueline Hale. She was a 1987 graduate of Fairfield High School and worked for several years as a health care advocate. She loved spending time with her family and friends. Tonya attended...

David Day Pontius

David Day Pontius

Nov 22, 2025

David Day Pontius, 73, died peacefully at the Veterans Home in Chillicothe, Ohio on November 22, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife, June (1999), his father Thomas (2015), and his mother, Suzanne (2022). Surviving are Dave’s sisters Nancy Mitchell (Mark) and Barb Pontius Stein, nieces and nephews Elizabeth Duermit Moreau (Mike), Jeff Mitchell (Sammy), Katherine Lawrence (Jerry),...

John C. Johnson

John C. Johnson

Nov 22, 2025

John Charles Johnson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on December 29, 1939, in Laurel County, Kentucky, John lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

John was the son of William Taylor and Maxie Johnson, who instilled in him the values of hard...

Ramon Batista Sanchez

Ramon Batista Sanchez

Nov 21, 2025

Ramon Batista Sanchez age 65 of Hamilton passed away on Friday November 21, 2025. He was born in Dominican Republic on February 12, 1960 the son of the late Amado A. Batista and Maria B. Sanchez. He is survived by his loving wife Carmen Batista; three children Jonathan (Carmen Mendez) Batista, Jennifer Batista, and Olinka Batista; three grandchildren Ahyoka Nichols,...

Gary McCane

Gary McCane

Nov 20, 2025

Gary McCane age 62 of Hamilton, OH passed away Thursday November 20, 2025. He was born December 11, 1962 in Lancaster, KY to the late Bowan and Ruby Lee (Hughes) McCane. Gary was an avid collector of antiques. He was a concrete mason for over 30+ years and was the first man to lend a helping hand to anyone who...

Joetta R. Durbin

Joetta R. Durbin

Nov 20, 2025

Joetta R. Durbin age 68 of Hamilton passed away on Thursday November 20, 2025. She was born on April 12, 1957 in Hamilton the daughter of the late Donald Farris and Shirley (nee Poff) Hilsercop. She was a member of Harvest Christian Fellowship Church for 18 years and active in the children’s ministries. She loved working for her Lord Jesus...

Jesiah James Sanchez

Jesiah James Sanchez

Nov 19, 2025

With hearts filled with love and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our precious baby boy, Jesiah James Sanchez who entered this world on May 20, 2025 and left it far too soon on November 19, 2025. In his beautiful months, Jesiah brought immeasurable, joy, warmth, and light to all who knew him. Jesiah blessed his family with sweet...

David Wayne Dennis

David Wayne Dennis

Nov 19, 2025

David Wayne Dennis was born February 1, 1965 in Hamilton, Ohio to Susan (Beale) and the late Wayne Dennis. David passed away November 19. 2025 due to a year and a half struggle with lung cancer. David is survived by his son, Ryan (Kayli) of Westerville, Ohio; two brothers Darin (Lisa) of Hamilton and Chad (Holly) of Harrison; nieces Keegan...

Barbara "Barb" Wooton

Barbara "Barb" Wooton

Nov 17, 2025

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Barb Lee (Greene) Wooton, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left this world unexpectedly on November 17, 2025. Born on February 13, 1955, Barb was the daughter of Bernard and Betty Greene, who preceded her in death, leaving a legacy of love and joy that she...

Nevaline Halcomb

Nevaline Halcomb

Nov 15, 2025

Nevaline Halcomb age 92 of Hamilton passed away on Saturday November 15, 2025. She was born on March 28, 1933 in Hamilton, OH. She is survived by her two children Tim Halcomb and Melody (Stephen) Coombs; grandchildren Amy (Travis) Young, Thomas Coombs, Jaymie (Sean) Dickson, and Danny Halcomb; great grandchildren Evan, Ellie, Braylen, Adalynn, Brantley, Mackenzie, and Layla. She also...

Roy "Bo" Davidson

Roy "Bo" Davidson

Nov 15, 2025

Roy “Bo” Davidson age 71 passed away Saturday November 15, 2025. He was born October 10, 1954 in Springdale to the late Thomas E. and Billie Jean (Elliott) Davidson. Bo is survived by his wife of 37 years Pamela Davidson; two children Alexis Bayrak, Tara Hines; four grandchildren Hannah, Layla, Kayla, Kelsey; siblings Ray (Donna) Davidson, Rita Davidson, Rhonda Shroyer;...

John G. Hamilton

John G. Hamilton

Nov 14, 2025

John G. Hamilton age 85 of Liberty Township, Ohio passed away Friday November 14, 2025. He was born November 26, 1940 in Newport News, Virginia the son of the late Albert Hamilton and Nettie Triplett Hamilton. Mr. Hamilton was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He retired from General Electric working as a systems analyst and a database administrator...

Berna M. Suttles

Berna M. Suttles

Nov 14, 2025



Berna M. Suttles age 79 of Somerville passed away on Friday November 14, 2025. She was born on October 27, 1946 in Winchester, KY the daughter of the late Taylor and Lucille (nee Eldridge) Ramsey. Berna is survived by her loving husband of over 60 years Fred Suttles; one daughter Jennifer Suttles; four grandchildren William (Kelsie) Johnson, Noah Johnson, Nathaniel...

Kenneth Prichard Sr

Kenneth Prichard Sr

Nov 14, 2025

Kenneth Prichard Sr age 67 of Fairfield Township, OH passed away on Friday November 14, 2025. He was born in Cincinnati the son of the late Dayton and Margie (nee Scheiner) Prichard. He greatly loved playing golf but most of all spending time with his family especially, especially his granddaughter Maisyn and grandson Dayton. He is survived by his beloved...

Glenn W. Pearson

Glenn W. Pearson

Nov 11, 2025

Glenn W. Pearson age 87 of Cleves, Ohio and formerly of Springdale, passed away Tuesday November 11, 2025. He was born June 18, 1938 in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of the late Burton Pearson and Sallie Berry Pearson. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army. Mr. Pearson married Shirley Reeves Pearson in 1977 and she preceded him in...

Ronald D. "Ronnie" Parker

Ronald D. "Ronnie" Parker

Nov 11, 2025

Ronald D. Parker age 62 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away Tuesday November 11, 2025. He was born February 3, 1963 in Hamilton, Ohio the son of the late Ronald B. Parker and Vivian Parker Stewart. Ronnie worked for many years as a welder. He loved camping and fishing and was an avid sports fan. He was a huge fan of...

Charles "Rick" Ross Jr.

Charles "Rick" Ross Jr.

Nov 11, 2025

Charles F. “Rick” Ross, Jr. age 73 of Fairfield passed away Tuesday November 11, 2025 at Hospice of Hamilton. He was born October 23, 1952 in Van Wert, Ohio the son of the late Charles F. Ross, Sr. and Jane Hayden Ross. Rick worked in retail sales for many years. He was a magician and made many friends in magic...

Jared Haze Eli Waters

Jared Haze Eli Waters

Nov 9, 2025

Jared Haze Eli Waters went to be with the Lord on Sunday November 9, 2025. He was born on November 7, 2025 in Cincinnati the son of Jared and Kristina (nee Black) Waters. Although he was only with us for two days he made a huge impact on our families lives. He will be deeply missed by all of his...

Kathleen "Kathy" A. Merz

Kathleen "Kathy" A. Merz

Nov 9, 2025

Kathleen A. Merz age 73 of Hamilton passed away Sunday November 9, 2025 at Berkeley Square. She was born September 14, 1952 in Hamilton, Ohio the daughter of the late Earl Bowman and Virginia Oser Bowman. She was a 1970 graduate of Hamilton Taft High School. She was married to Terry D. Merz and he preceded her in death on...

William "Tom" Carey

William "Tom" Carey

Nov 7, 2025

William “Tom” Carey age 76 of Fairfield passed away on Friday November 7, 2025. He was born in Hamilton on December 6, 1948 the son of the late John and Leona (nee Allen) Carey. Tom was a veteran of The United States Army. He retired from The United States Postal Service after many years of service. He is survived by...