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Kettering & Centerville OH Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Kettering, Centerville OH and Surrounding Areas
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Edward Stevenson
Sep 12, 2024
Edward Francis Stevenson age 75, of Kettering Ohio, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024. He was a 1967 graduate of Lawrence High School in Massachusetts and later received a BS from Franklin Pierce College in New Hampshire in 1985.
During the Vietnam War Ed was a Sgt. in the Air Force and served as a Para Rescue airman. He received a...
Truman John Vannatta
Sep 11, 2024
Truman John Vannatta, age 94, of Sarasota, Florida and Springboro, Ohio, formerly of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away at 9:40 a.m., Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at Bethany Village, Centerville, Ohio after an extended illness. He was an active member of Siesta Key Chapel (Presbyterian), Siesta Key, FL.
Truman was born January 9 ,1930 in Quincy, Illinois, to Elliott Robert and Anna Margaret...
Janine Andree Wheatley
Sep 10, 2024
Janine Andree Wheatley, age 90, of Kettering, OH, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Janine is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald E. Wheatley. Janine leaves behind countless friends and family, all of whom loved her very much. She loved to spend time with her husband, staying up late watching John Wayne movies (Westerns), garden, entertain her...
Michael Blaine Goetz
Sep 7, 2024
Michael Blaine Goetz (USAF, Retired)
Michael Blaine Goetz, 87, formerly of Beavercreek and Centerville, passed away at Bethany Nursing Home on Saturday, September 7, 2024.
Possessing a love of flying since childhood, he began flying lessons at a young age, and obtained a pilot’s license at the age of 16. He built two airplanes and flew them for many years. He also...
Richard Schwarze
Sep 7, 2024
Richard Schwarze, 89, of Dayton, Ohio, passed peacefully surrounded by family on September 7th, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Diana (nee Horsky), sons Eric Schwarze (Kimberlee Culverhouse), of Savannah, Georgia; Evan (Stephanie Blake) Schwarze of Vero Beach Florida; daughter, Karla Schwarze of Chicago, Illinois; daughter-in-law, Kelly Schwarze of Columbus, Indiana; three grandsons; Christopher Schwarze of...
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