Obituaries
Kettering & Centerville OH Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Kettering, Centerville OH and Surrounding Areas
Capt. Nicholas James Harrod
Apr 5, 2025
HARROD, Nicholas James, age 41, completed his final flight here on Earth on April 5, 2025. He was born March 21, 1984 in Fullerton, California to Andrew and Lori (Barnett) Harrod. Nicholas is survived by his beloved wife, Sarah and children, Noah and Natalie.
A devoted husband, father, and remarkable flight nurse at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Nicholas touched countless...
Vanhthong Boualavong
Apr 24, 2025
Age 90, of Kettering, OH, passed away April 24, 2025. A private service will be held at Routsong Funeral Home, Kettering, OH.
Charlotte O'Laughlin
Apr 22, 2025
O’Laughlin, Charlotte, age 75 of Beavercreek, OH passed away on April 22nd, 2025. She was born on September 30th, 1949 in San Diego, CA to parents Bill and Helen Stone.
She is preceded in death by her parents and eldest son John J. O’Laughlin. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Tim O’Laughlin; sons James A. (Megan) O’Laughlin...
Roberta Moore Burnap
Apr 21, 2025
Roberta Moore Burnap "Bobbie", age 92, of Kettering Ohio, passed away in hospice care on Monday, April 21, 2025.
Roberta was born in Greensboro, NC on December 16, 1932. She graduated from Findlay High School when her family moved to Ohio. She earned a degree in English from Bowling Green State University and taught third grade. Roberta’s life changed forever when...
Frances "Pauline" Griffith
Apr 21, 2025
GRIFFITH, Frances “Pauline,” age 103 of Kettering, loving Wife and Grandmother, passed away April 21, 2025. She was born January 21, 1922 in Centerville, OH; the daughter of the late Wilbert and Edna (McCullough) Lucas. Along with her parents, Pauline is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Henry Alan Griffith; sister, Erma Gebhart; brothers, Chester and...
Conrad Lee Slorp
Apr 19, 2025
Conrad Lee Slorp, age 91, of Dayton, OH, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
A Dayton native, Conrad was born on February 24, 1934, to the late Clifford and Edith Slorp. He graduated from Stivers High School and spent 19 years of his career with NCR. After NCR closed, Conrad continued his career with GM at their Delco plant, where...
John M. Lusa
Apr 17, 2025
LUSA, John M. of Washington Township has passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at the age of 94. His wife, Marilyn G. Lusa, passed away in 2021 at the age of 91. John is survived by his daughter, Holly Lusa and son, Bradley Lusa.
John was born in the Westwood region of Dayton, Ohio on June 6th, 1930.
He graduated from...
Judith Ann Mayer
Apr 16, 2025
Mayer, Judith Ann, age 85, formerly of Kettering passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025. She was a graduate of Fairmont High School in 1957 and received her B.S. form the University of Dayton in 1961. She was a math teacher and assistant athletic director at Wilbur Wright and Belmont High Schools. After being an educator, she worked at Graduate Service...
John Alexander Zamonski
Apr 16, 2025
Zamonski, John Alexander, age 86, of Oakwood and Kettering, entered eternal life on April 16,2025. Born in Detroit, MI, December 03, 1938, he was the oldest child of Theodore Zamonski and Bernice (Baka) Zamonski. John graduated from the University of Detroit (1961) with a degree in English. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in fall ’61 and after training in...
Mary Ellen Hopkins
Apr 15, 2025
Hopkins, Mary Ellen, age 102, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. She was born on October 8, 1922, the third child of Russell H. and Mildred Weidle Young, on the family farm on Lebanon Pike now Far Hills Avenue. Mary Ellen attended Pasadena, elementary school, Dorothy Lane elementary school, and graduated from Fairmont High School in...
David Evan Wiggall
Apr 14, 2025
David Evan Wiggall, Sr., 87, of Centerville, Ohio passed away April 14, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. Born on February 24, 1938, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Francis and Emma (Lee) Wiggall. David was a beautiful spirit whose gentle soul touched everyone he met. He loved cars, could tune a shock like no one else, and babied his many...
Carmen Gloria Justiniano
Apr 13, 2025
Justiniano, Carmen Gloria, age 85, of Centerville, OH passed away on Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born on June 10, 1939 in Utuado, Puerto Rico, to Miguel and Maria Rodriquez.
Carmen was a loving mother and grandmother. She was always dedicated to her family and her faith. Carmen graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Business...
Judy Becher
Apr 12, 2025
BECHER, Judith Ann "Judy” (Rinko) age 83, formerly of Centerville / Washington Twp Ohio, peacefully passed away Saturday April 12th, 2025. Judy was born in Dayton, Ohio in 1942 to William and Ruby Rinko (Kley). She was a graduate of Fairmont West High School in 1960 and received her BS from Miami University, Oxford in 1964. Judy was a member...
Christina "Tina" Louise Helm
Apr 12, 2025
Celebration of Life for Christina Louise Helm (Tina)
1959 - 2025
It is with both sorrow and joy that we share the news of Christina Louise Helm, affectionately known as Tina, who will be remembered and celebrated for her vibrant spirit and loving nature. Tina, age 65, of Centerville, Ohio, will be honored at a heartfelt ceremony following her passing on April...
Eileen Yvonne Kelly-Mott
Apr 12, 2025
Eileen Kelly-Mott, a member of the Kettering community, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025. She was born on January 21, 1941, in Latham, Ohio, to the loving parents Woody and Eulah Davis. Eileen graduated from Belmont High School and dedicated her life to her family, cherishing the moments they spent together.
For over fifteen years, Eileen shared her passion for...
Mildred "Millie" Westbeld
Apr 10, 2025
Mildred “Millie” S. Westbeld, age 93, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Millie was born on December 1, 1931, to Joseph and Josephine Scheblo, in Piqua, OH. A graduate of North Ridge High School, she later moved to Kettering, where she raised her family. During this time, she and her husband, Robert, enjoyed family camping trips with their children. Throughout...
Gary Lee Hansen
Apr 6, 2025
HANSEN, Gary Lee, age 71, of Centerville, OH, formerly of Detroit, MI, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025.
Gary was born on January 28, 1954, in Detroit, MI, to the late Buzz and Mary Hansen. He grew up in the Detroit area and while attending Redford Union High School (Class of ‘71) met his future wife, Nancy, while participating in...
Grover Michael Greene
Apr 5, 2025
GREENE, Grover Michael, age 82, passed away peacefully April 5, 2025. He was born January 31, 1943 in Dayton, Ohio; the son of the late Col. (Ret.) Grover and Betty (Martin) Greene. Along with his parents, Mike is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lynda Lee (West) Greene; brother, Jim Greene; sister, Mary Jo Greene; and daughter-in-law, Tricia Greene....
Karen Lucas Moulton
Apr 5, 2025
MOULTON, Karen Lucas age 57, of Oakwood, Ohio passed away on April 5, 2025, in Dayton Ohio. She was born on April 29, 1967 in Fairfield, California; grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and lived on Air Force Bases all across the United States. Karen’s journey was marked by Christian faithfulness. Her giftedness with young children blossomed as a teenage babysitter....
Christopher Bertolo
Apr 4, 2025
BERTOLO, Christopher “Chris”, age 59, passed away peacefully in his home Friday, April 4th, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Bertolo and mother, Pauline Bertolo. Chris is survived by his loving partner, Rebeka Cloyd; children, Phillip (Helen) and Emily; and a beloved granddaughter, Nova Rose. He is also survived by his brothers, Steve and Mark (Sue); sister,...