Obituaries

Sep 15, 2021

Donna Jean Ward age 81 of Fairfield passed away on Wednesday September 15, 2021. She was born on May 31, 1940 in Cincinnati, the daughter of the late Vincent and Betty (nee Hill) Meinecke. She is survived by three children Brian Ward, Brad (Jayne) Ward, and Sheryl (Jeff) Gagliardo; seven grandchildren Ryan (Jieyin) Smith, Shannon Smith, Jacob (Deborah) Smith, Conner...

Sep 15, 2021

William “Bill” Lehman age 65, formerly of 1781 King Avenue went to be with our Lord on Wednesday September 15, 2021 at Fort Hamilton Hughes Hospital surrounded by his loving sister and daughter. He was born on October 18, 1955 in Muncie, IN the son of the late Willie and Opal (nee Miller) Lehman. He is survived by his loving...

Sep 14, 2021

Barbara Price age 76 of Middletown passed away Tuesday September 14, 2021. She was born January 25, 1945 in Hamilton, Ohio the daughter of the late Jodie and Louella (nee Flunk) Burns. She is survived by her son Joseph Southard; sisters Jane Fitzwater, Diane (Robert) Brehm, and Joan (the late Thomas) Campbell; four grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. Barbara was...

Sep 12, 2021

James J. “Cookie” Van Winkle age 42 of Hamilton passed away on Sunday September 12, 2021. He was born on March 18, 1979 in Hamilton the son of Ronnie Van Winkle and Brenda (nee Bond) Defelice. James worked as a concrete finisher for many years. He is survived by his father Ronnie (Karen) Van Winkle; his mother Brenda (Ronnie Branum)...

Sep 11, 2021

Diann Carol Pink age 58 of Hamilton passed away Saturday September 11, 2021. She was born June 22, 1963 in Hamilton, Ohio the daughter of the late John and Phyllis (nee Adams) Vinnedge. Diann worked as a waitress at Frisch’s and greatly enjoyed her time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband John S. Pink,...

Sep 11, 2021

Lowell Edward Francois passed away with his family by his side on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at the age of 84.

He is preceded in death by his parents Harold L. Francois and Naomi M. Francois (Schaubert) of Salem, Il

He is survived by his loving wife of 63-years, Bonny Lou Francois (McGuire), his children Michelle Nichols (Wayne), Melissa and...

Sep 10, 2021

Dorothy Jean Riley age 72 of Fairfield passed away Friday September 10, 2021 in her home. She was born August 2, 1949 in Covington, Kentucky the daughter of the late Wesley and Dorothy (nee Newton) Craner. Mrs. Riley was a long time customer service representative for the Internal Revenue Service. She is survived by her husband Ricky D. Riley; three...

Sep 9, 2021

Sheila J. Cain age 75 of Hamilton passed away Thursday September 9, 2021 in her home. She was born August 7, 1946 in Hamilton, Ohio the daughter of the late Charles and Thelma (Clemmons) Dowd. Mrs. Cain was a 1964 graduate of Tallawanda High School. She worked as office manager at Standard Register for 26 years. She was a member...

Sep 9, 2021

Jordyn M. Vest age 36 of Fairfield passed away Thursday September 9, 2021. She was born August 27, 1985 in Cincinnati, Ohio the daughter of Marvin and Beth (nee Westfall) Vest. Jordyn was a 2004 graduate of Fairfield High School and worked in customer service for the Sheakley Company. She was an extremely hard worker and a valued employee. Her...

Sep 6, 2021

Betty R. (Parks) Sowder, age 84, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021 at Brookdale Assisted Living, Springdale, OH. She was born February 19, 1937 to Leslie and Oma Parks in Williamsburg, KY. She married Ronnie Sowder on June 25, 1955. Betty worked at Marsh Supermarket as a baker until she retired. She was a member of Church of God...

Sep 6, 2021

Beckham Christopher Essell went to be with the Lord on September 6, 2021 at the tender age of 5 days old. Even though Beckham was only with us for a brief time he had large impact on his family, and he will be dearly missed and never forgotten. He leaves behind his loving parents Kyle and Alexis Essell; grandparents Robert...

Sep 6, 2021

Edia G. Hardin age 83 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away Monday September 6, 2021. She was born February 12, 1938 in Pryce, Kentucky to the late Robert LeMaster and Elsie (nee Estes) McGee. Edia is survived by her two daughters Denise (Jesse) Combs and Charlotte Hapner; two sons John (Tammy) Hardin and Randy Hardin; her grandchildren Deborah Combs, Skye (Mike)...

Sep 4, 2021

Rickie R. Rouse age 74 of Hamilton passed away on Saturday September 4, 2021. He was born on July 29, 1947 in Osgood, IN the son of the late Harvey and Evelyn (nee Lakeman) Rouse. Rick proudly served his country in Vietnam as veteran of the United States Marine Corps earing two Purple Hearts as well as many combat decorations....

Sep 3, 2021

Rev. Elmer DeRossett Jr age 85 of Hulen, KY passed away on Friday September 3, 2021. He was born on October 15, 1935 in Blackmont, KY the son of the late Elmer and Lilliann (nee Hensley) DeRossett Sr. Elmer worked as a machinist for many years. He was married to Helen (nee Malicoat) DeRossett and she preceded him in death...

Sep 2, 2021

Delores A. Fink age 59 of Lebanon, Ohio passed away Thursday September 2, 2021. She was born February 13, 1962 in Hamilton, Ohio the daughter of the late Homer and Sudie (nee Webb) Gregory. Delores was a Christian lady who enjoyed attending church. She also enjoyed spending time with her family, cooking, and loved taking care of others. She is...

Sep 1, 2021

Matthew Kevin Miller age 51 of Dayton, Ohio passed away Wednesday September 1, 2021. He was born on July 13, 1970 in Cincinnati the son of Brenda (nee Norris) Hanna and the late Harry Miller. He worked as a mechanic for most of his life. Matthew is survived by his mother Brenda; his three sons Hunter (Kyley) Miller, Jordan Miller,...

Aug 31, 2021

William (Bill) Paul Blair passed away peacefully on August 31, 2021. He was born on January 28, 1946 in Pittsburgh, PA. He was the son of Bertha (Ziriak) and Charles Blair. Bill was one of four children, Jean, Frank, and Sara Lee. His sister Jean (Blair) Shaw precedes him in death. He is survived by his loving wife of 48...

Aug 31, 2021

James Hendricks age 76 of West Chester, Ohio passed away Tuesday August 31, 2021. He was born August 30, 1945 in Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. Hendricks worked for several years as a self employed building contractor. He is survived by three children Michael Hendricks, Christopher (Leslie) Hendricks, and Jason (Jessica) Hendricks; eleven grandchildren, and two brothers Joe Hendricks and Albert Hendricks....

Aug 30, 2021

Michelle L. Prater age 55 of Hamilton passed away Monday August 30, 2021. She was born March 25, 1966 in Hamilton, Ohio the daughter of Donna (nee Lindsay) Seeley and the late Clarence Ray Seeley. Michelle was a nurse for several years and in the 1990’s she owned Linden Video. She was a member of the Moose Lodge. Michelle loved...

Aug 30, 2021

Gracie Bowling age 80 of Oxford passed away on Monday August 30, 2021. She was born on January 29, 1941 in Coles Branch, KY the daughter of the late Thomas and Louisa (nee Jones) Mills. Gracie was married to Elmo Bowling for over 58 years, and he preceded her in death on January 19, 2021. She is survived by two...