Obituaries

Jun 7, 2017

BARNES, Barbara Ann, age 85, of Centerville, passed away on June 7, 2017 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born in Dayton, OH to the late Raymond & Mattie (Mitchell) Renner. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Eugene Barnes, along with her brothers: Raymond; Allen Renner and sister Thelma O'Donnel. She is survived by her...

Jun 7, 2017

Vesey, Sarah Renee, age 29, of Kettering, passed away on June 7, 2017. Sarah graduated from Beavercreek High School in 2006, and earned her Associates Degree in interior design at Sinclair. She served as an Ambassador for Children's Medical Center. She was co-creator of Discheadz, an at home hobby turned into a small business for which she was very proud....

Jun 6, 2017

Dr. William Hayes Donahue couldn't walk into a restaurant, supermarket or sporting event without hearing "Doc!" shouted from across the room and receiving a firm hand shake. He'd operated on them once, twice maybe even three times. He'd shown them the ropes years ago when they received their first, white lab coat and blue scrubs. He'd offered a helping hand...

Jun 2, 2017

MOHR, John Edward Springer age 65 of Centerville passed away on Friday, June 2, in Dayton, Ohio, after an inspiring battle against cancer. John was a 1970 graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School (Tiffin, Ohio) and received a bachelor's degree in political science from Miami University, Oxford, in 1974. He continued his education at Indiana University Bloomington where he earned...

Jun 1, 2017

GOODE, Vivian Jean, age 86, was born February 13, 1931 in Centerville, OH to Jesse and Kathryn Nosset Hibberd. She married John "Jack" Huntsberger and Les Goode, who preceded her in death. Vivian graduated from Centerville high school in 1949 and University of Dayton in 1973. She retired from Stephen Bell Elementry in 1987. Vivian loved her family, playing cards,...

May 31, 2017

May 31, 2017

SHERK, William McKay, age 85, of Kettering, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2017. Known for his charm, humor and twinkling, blue eyes, Bill was born December 16, 1931 in Dayton, OH to physician Edgar A. and Willa (McKay) Sherk. A 1949 graduate of Oakwood H.S.. He took his intellect to Ohio Wesleyan (B.S. '53; Sigma Phi Epsilon) after which...

May 29, 2017

OTTEN, Klaus Werner, age 87, of Xenia, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2017. He was born on August 3, 1929, in Stuttgart, Germany, to Wilhelm and Johanna (Lohss) Otten. Klaus was preceded in death by his wife, Anna, and his parents. He is survived by his sister, Hildegard (Michael) Lindsay; nephew, Michael (Elizabeth) Lindsay and their son Quentin; and...

May 28, 2017

BISHOP, Petronella "Pat" (Kruijk), age 81, of Bellbrook, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2017. Pat was born on July 5, 1935, in the Netherlands to Dirk and Geertruida (Smit) Kruijk. She retired from Elder-Beerman after 40 years of service and also worked for Ed Smith Flowers. Pat was a devoted wife, gracious mother, attentive grandmother, loving sister, and loyal...

May 27, 2017

LOCKWOOD, William D., of Oakwood passed away Saturday, May 27, 2017 at the age of 82. He was born in Chicago in 1934 to Chalmer and Mary Lockwood. The family moved to Dayton during his childhood where he was raised. Bill Lockwood was a prominent Dayton-based Civil Engineer, entrepreneur and mentor. His passion for innovation and the ability to develop...

May 25, 2017

HOLDER, Janet Kay, age 73, of Washington Twp, passed away peacefully at home on May 25, 2017, with her beloved dog Pippa by her side. She was born on August 19, 1943 in Rolla, Missouri to Hubert and Jessie (Geers) Perkins. Janet graduated from Rolla High School, attended Missouri State University, and graduated with a Master's degree in Education from...

May 23, 2017

HORNE, Timothy Jason, age 38, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2017. Jason was born on March 3, 1979 in Tampa, FL. He was a 1997 graduate of Miamisburg High School and attended Sinclair Community College. Jason was a dedicated General Manager of EO Burgers in Beavercreek where he took pride in mentoring his employees with a listening ear and a...

May 20, 2017

CHILCOAT, Charles Park, age 79, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2017. He proudly served his country in the Army and Navy for 26 years, retiring from the Army Reserves with the rank of Sergeant Major. Charles also worked for NCR, retiring in 2000. After retirement Charles became a member of American Legion Post 49 and VFW Post 9927. He...

May 19, 2017

OSBORN, Jeanine (Walengar) of Centerville, OH peacefully passed on May 19, 2017. She taught in Johnson County, KY and in Indiana. She also was supervisor of Food Services in Fairborn City Schools. Jeanine was predeceased by her parents James Harrison and Neva (Evans) Osborn and brothers James Howard and Wendell. She is survived by her sister-in-law Mary Ellen (Ison) Osborn...

May 19, 2017

OSBORN, Jeanine (Walengar) of Centerville, OH peacefully passed on May 19, 2017. She taught in Johnson County, KY and in Indiana. She also was supervisor of Food Services in Fairborn City Schools. Jeanine was predeceased by her parents James Harrison and Neva (Evans) Osborn and brothers James Howard and Wendell. She is survived by her sister-in-law Mary Ellen (Ison) Osborn...

May 15, 2017

FORTH, Helen Louise, age 92, of Kettering, passed away on Monday May 15, 2017. Helen was born in Dayton to Arthur and Bertha (Peltz) Pester on May 2, 1925. She was a devoted Mother, Wife, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother, and was the true hub of her family. She loved nature, enjoyed reading, and loved to entertain family and friends. She...

May 14, 2017

ZAJOVITS, Robert (Bob), Age 61, of Kettering, passed away on May 14, 2017. Bob was born November 27, 1955. He graduated from Fairmont West High School in 1973. From day one, Bob had an avid love of anything cars and racing. From Nascar to drag racing and funny cars, his love of speed led him to the auto race tracks...

May 13, 2017

HANES, Donald Woodward, age 93, of Dayton, passed away May 13, 2017 at home. Donald was born November 22, 1923 in Beavercreek to Jacob & Minnie Hanes. He was very proud of his time served in the Army Air Corp during WWII in the 410th Bomb group where he flew 65 missions in an A-20. Donald worked for many years...

May 12, 2017

MCCOY, French T., age 84, of Centerville passed away Friday, May 12, 2017. French was born on January 27, 1933 in Marlinton, WV to Bruce and Anna McCoy. He received his associate degree from Youngstown University. French owned Dayton Metal Door for 25 years and a consultant with Southern Ohio Supply for 14 years. He was a member of Far...

May 11, 2017

BLOEBAUM, William Douglas Jr, "Bill", age 77, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2017. Bill was born in Corpus Christi, Texas in 1939 to William Douglas "Doug" and Lida Boone Bloebaum. He graduated from Redlands High School (California) in 1958, received his BS in Chemical Engineering from The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1962, and his MBA from...