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Kettering & Centerville OH Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Kettering, Centerville OH and Surrounding Areas

Nannie Jane Carpenter

Nannie Jane Carpenter

Sep 26, 2024

Nannie “Jane” (York) Carpenter (1926 -2024) passed away on September 26, 2024, at the age of 98 under Hospice Care in her home in Kettering, Ohio and has gone to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born 2/21/1926 in Jackson County, KY to Delbert and Lecrecia (Moore) York. She is a graduate Annville Institute and Eastern...

Milede "Mo" Rowland-Bell

Milede "Mo" Rowland-Bell

Sep 25, 2024

Rowland-Bell, Milede, “Mo”, age 76, formerly of Kettering, was welcomed into heaven by angels and surrounded by family on September 25, 2024. Born June 27, 1948 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Dayton OH, to the late Mildred and Harold Albright. Milede graduated from Fairmont West High School in 1966. A professional Hair Stylist for 58 years and owner of Hair Headquarters....

Joyce Louise Desilet Trepanier

Joyce Louise Desilet Trepanier

Sep 23, 2024

Joyce Louise Desilet Trepanier, 95 years old, of Centerville, Ohio passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee surrounded by family. She was born April 5, 1929 in Bay City, Michigan. Her beloved husband of 58 years, Robert Arthur (Bob) Trepanier preceded her in death on November 26, 2012 as well as her mother, Mildred Desilet, stepfather Earl...

John Gerald "Jerry" Glaser

John Gerald "Jerry" Glaser

Sep 23, 2024

John Gerald “Jerry” Glaser, age 87, of Huber Heights, OH passed away on September 23, 2024. He attended Kiser High School and then joined the United States Marine Corps where he served his country from 1954-1957. Upon leaving the service, he started his career in the Tool and Die industry. He was the owner and President of Mar-Vel Tool Company...

Kenneth Lawrence Barnhouse

Kenneth Lawrence Barnhouse

Sep 23, 2024

Kenneth "Ken" Barnhouse, a beloved resident of Kettering, Ohio, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on October 17, 1934, in Caldwell, Ohio, to Harvey and Gladys Barnhouse, Ken lived a full life surrounded by love and laughter.

Ken's journey was one of service and dedication. After proudly serving in the United States Army, he...

Joshua Delmar Tarziers

Joshua Delmar Tarziers

Sep 22, 2024

Tarziers, Joshua Delmar, age 45, a beloved son, father and brother passed away on September 22, 2024. Joshua lived in Dayton and was a former resident of Kettering.

Born on October 13, 1978, Joshua attended Fairmont High School and was a certified Gunsmith. As a toddler, he was crowned Little Master Labor Day in the Kettering “Holiday at Home” parade. He...

Nancy Lynn Gray Caples

Nancy Lynn Gray Caples

Sep 22, 2024

Nancy Lynn Gray Caples passed away on September 22, 2024 at the age of 76. She was preceded in death by her mother Phyllis Gray, her father Dr. Kenneth Gray and her brother John Gray. She is survived by her son Brian Caples, her ex-husband Gary Caples, and cousins Barbara Gray and Carol Sternberger. 

She was born in Dayton Ohio and...

Rev. James J. Manning

Rev. James J. Manning

Sep 22, 2024

Manning, Rev. James J. age 76, of Beavercreek, OH, went to be home with the Lord on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Fr. Jim was born on February 19, 1948 to the late James and Marie Manning in Dayton, OH. He is survived by his two brothers, Daniel (Brenda) and John (Pat) Manning; sister, Rita (George) Eichenauer; 10 nieces and nephews;...

Harry Edward Keifer

Harry Edward Keifer

Sep 21, 2024

KEIFER, Harry Edward, age 90, passed away September 21, 2024. 

Harry was born June 29, 1934, to the late Philip and Grace (nee Williard) Keifer. He attended Fairmont High School, graduating in 1952. Harry played football, basketball, and baseball, leading to his induction in the Fairmont Athletic Hall of Fame. After high school, Harry completed a four-year tool and die apprenticeship,...

John H. Lapp

John H. Lapp

Sep 20, 2024

LAPP, John H., of Centerville, OH, passed away September 20, 2024 at the age of 89. John is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marlene (O’Neal) Lapp; son and his wife, Brian and Andrea; grandson Tanner and granddaughter Megan. He loved them very much. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Ruth O’Neal and Sharon O’Neal, nieces and nephews,...

Katherine "Kitty" L. Ullmer

Katherine "Kitty" L. Ullmer

Sep 17, 2024

Ullmer, Katherine “Kitty” L., age 77, passed away Tuesday September 17, 2024.

Kitty was born November 1, 1946 to the late James and Irene Ullmer. A graduate and band member of Fairview High School in 1964, she graduated from The Ohio State University with honors and inclusion in Phi Beta Kappa. She later earned masters degrees in both English and German,...

John Martin Loveless

John Martin Loveless

Sep 15, 2024

LOVELESS, John Martin, age 73, of Bellbrook, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family Sunday, September 15, 2024. 

John was born April 3, 1951 to the late John and Vivian (Fiser) Loveless. A graduate of Fairmont East High School in 1969, he earned his Bachelor’s of Computer Science from Wright State University in 1975. John was a passionate professional. His most notable...

James "Terry" Seagraves

James "Terry" Seagraves

Sep 15, 2024

James T. Seagraves passed away on September 15, 2024 surrounded by his loving family at the age of 82. 

Born on January 22, 1942 in Nashville, Tennessee to James and Mattie Seagraves. He was affectionately known as "Terry" to his friends and loved ones. Terry was a skilled auto mechanic then progressed to manager at Renault of Dayton. He dedicated many...

John W. Bystrek

John W. Bystrek

Sep 15, 2024

BYSTREK, John W., age 81, of Dayton, passed away September 15, 2024. He was born July 4, 1943 in Brownsville, Texas; the son of the late John and Mary (Russell) Bystrek. Along with his parents, John is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 48 years, Cheryl. He is survived by children, Jeremy (Jaime) Bystrek and Kelly (Kevin) Tamulonis;...

John Eubel

John Eubel

Sep 13, 2024

John Eubel, age 88 of Fairborn, passed away September 13, 2024. This date is noteworthy as it marked the 66th wedding anniversary of he and his coveted wife, Chris.

He was born November 25, 1935 in Troy, Ohio, the son of the late Carl and Mary Ethel (Mohr) Eubel. Graduated from Tippecanoe High School. Attended The Ohio State University and graduated...

Thomas F. Ruebusch

Thomas F. Ruebusch

Sep 13, 2024

Ruebusch, Thomas Frank, 82 of Kettering, Ohio passed away at home September 13, 2024.

After starting his career as a thoroughbred horse trainer and blacksmith, he continued as a proud member of the UAW, Tom retired as a Millwright from General Motors. Incredibly talented in every hobby that piqued his interest, he was an avid golfer and even scored a hole-in-one....

Alberta Lee Falknor

Alberta Lee Falknor

Sep 13, 2024

FALKNOR, Alberta Lee, age 94, joined her husband peacefully at her residence of 50 years in Washington Township on Friday, September 13, 2024. She was born August 28, 1930 in Little Buffalo, West Virginia; the daughter of the late Charles Moreland and Claudia V. (Wolfe) Smith. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of...

James Patrick Crippen

James Patrick Crippen

Sep 13, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James Patrick [Patrick] Crippen, a beloved father and husband. Patrick passed away peacefully on September 13, 2024, at the age of 88 at Hospice of Butler and Warren County.

Born on July 9, 1936, Patrick was very active at the Church of the Incarnation and St. Mary’s of the Assumption...

James Scott "Biggen" Morgan

James Scott "Biggen" Morgan

Sep 13, 2024

MORGAN, James Scott “Biggen,” age 62, of Centerville, OH passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024. Biggen was born on December 12, 1961, to Huston and Ola Gay Morgan, in Hyden, KY. Biggen is survived by his wife, Sue Morgan; and sons, Bradley and Brian Morgan. Private family services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers...

David C. Strayer

David C. Strayer

Sep 12, 2024

STRAYER, David C., age 70, of Dayton, OH, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024. He was born on October 20, 1953, to George and Mary Lou Strayer, in Dayton, OH. Dave graduated from West Carrollton High School before attending General Motors Institute (now Kettering University, later graduating from the University of Cincinnati with a B.S in Civil Engineering. Dave...

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