Obituaries

Kettering & Centerville OH Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Kettering, Centerville OH and Surrounding Areas

Dr. Charles B. Sabiston, Jr.

Dr. Charles B. Sabiston, Jr.

Jun 16, 2021

SABISTON, Jr. Dr Charles B, age 87, passed away on June 16, 2021. Charles was born in Wake Forest, NC to Charles B Sabiston Sr. and Minnie V Sabiston. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his former wife and Mother of his daughters Shirley H. Sabiston. He met Shirley in Germany while they both served in...

Bernard L. Mcdonel

Bernard L. Mcdonel

Jun 16, 2021

MCDONEL, Bernard Lyman, “Bernie”, age 90, long time resident of Centerville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. Bernie was born on February 2, 1931 in Salina, KS. He graduated from Arsenal Tech High School in Indianapolis in 1949, then from Indiana University in 1956. After serving three years in the Coast Guard, Bernie served as an Accountant and...

Roger Henry Cook, M.D.

Roger Henry Cook, M.D.

Jun 15, 2021

COOK, Roger Henry M.D., age 92, of Washington Township, passed away on June 15, 2021. Roger was born on March 15, 1929 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Anthony and Sara Cook. He was a graduate of University of Cincinnati College of Medicine class of 1955. Roger grew up in Cincinnati during the Great Depression with 2 brothers, 3 adopted...

Carol Lucille Needles

Carol Lucille Needles

Jun 11, 2021

Needles, Carol Lucille, 93, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her sleep early Friday morning, June 11, 2021 at Bethany Lutheran Village. Born in 1927 in Niles, Ohio, to Erwin and Anna (Dittmar) Klein, Carol graduated from Kent State University in 1949 where she not only earned a BS in childhood education, but also met her companion for life...

Jayantilal "Jay" Punjabhai Patel

Jayantilal "Jay" Punjabhai Patel

Jun 11, 2021

On Friday, June 11, 2021, Jayantilal “Jay” Punjabhai Patel, 75, of Kettering, OH, died near his home in the company of his family. He was born in Jodhpur, Gujarat State, India, the son of Punjabhai Ishwarbhai Patel and Laxmiben Punjabhai Patel, who preceded him in death. Jay grew up on his father’s farm where his love of gardening and farming...

Allen Richard Back

Allen Richard Back

Jun 9, 2021

BACK, Allen Richard (Dick), age 100 of Oakwood, passed away suddenly and peacefully on June 9, 2021. A lifelong Daytonian, he was a graduate of Steele High School in Dayton in 1938, and afterward attended The Ohio State University. Dick was a member of the 1937 City Champion 440 yard relay Track team. He volunteered for the US Army Air...

Robert Dale Dooley

Robert Dale Dooley

Jun 6, 2021

DOOLEY, Robert Dale (Bobby Dale), born August 15, 1955, unexpectedly passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021. Bob made many new friends along his journey. He was loved by many and enjoyed life to the fullest. Bob started his career in sales, management, and customer service positions, and had a long career in car sales. He worked at several local dealerships...

Charlotte G. Mullins

Charlotte G. Mullins

Jun 5, 2021

MULLINS, Charlotte Gail (Becraft), age 74, of Dayton passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021, while returning from vacation with her dearest friends. She was a graduate of Franklin High School and studied photography at Wright State University. During her career, she was employed at Xerox Corporation in Dayton, Miami Carey Corporation in Monroe, and Valley Sheet Metal in Middletown. Charlotte...

Patricia "Pat" Wolf

Patricia "Pat" Wolf

Jun 5, 2021

WOLF, Patricia “Pat” age 79, of Kettering, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021. Pat was born July 31, 1941 in Erie, PA to John and Mary Savko. She relocated to Boca Raton, FL, having enlisted in the Air Force. Pat served 4 years in the Air Force, traveling to numerous places before settling down to start her family in Kettering....

James K. Newman

James K. Newman

Jun 5, 2021

NEWMAN, James Keith, age 74, of Vandalia, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021. James was born on October 17, 1946 in Wilmington, OH to the late "Mick“ and Helen (Gray) Newman. He was a 1964 graduate of Wilmington High School. James was a Machinist and Model Maker for the 4950 Test Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. He enjoyed...

Edward James Leschansky

Edward James Leschansky

Jun 3, 2021

LESCHANSKY, Edward James, age 93, formerly of Dayton, OH, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. Edward was a 1946 graduate of Chaminade High School, where he excelled in academics and in football. He made both All City Teams and third team All State, which was an impressive feat for a 155 pound...

Willard Daniel Ireland, Jr.

Willard Daniel Ireland, Jr.

Jun 2, 2021

IRELAND, Willard Daniel, Jr., of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, 2 Jun 2021, at Hospice of Dayton. He was born in Dayton on 16 Aug 1936 to Willard Daniel Ireland, Sr. and Margaret Enid (Jenkins) Ireland, who both preceded him in death. He was the oldest of three; his brother, William Ireland, also preceded him in death and his sister, Kathleen...

Elaine Miller

Elaine Miller

Jun 1, 2021

MILLER, Elaine Zambrana Aguiló, age 79, passed on June 1, 2021. She born on August 11, 1941. Elaine was a devoted wife to Edward Miller (79) for 57 years, and a loving mother to Maria Elena Fernandez. Elaine was a cherished grandmother to Sofia Elena and Isabela Maria. She will be remembered for her kindness and her humor. Elaine grew...

Brenda Kay Smith

Brenda Kay Smith

May 31, 2021

SMITH, Brenda Kay, age 72, of Kettering, passed away Monday, May 31, 2021. Brenda was born July 20, 1948 in Ashland, KY to Clifford and Edna (Meade) Rice. After graduating from Paul G. Blazer High School in 1966, she received her Bachelor’s Degree from Morehead State and her Master’s in Education from Ball State University. Brenda dedicated her life to...

Riley James Chillinsky

Riley James Chillinsky

May 29, 2021

CHILLINSKY, Riley James, age 30, of Castro Valley, CA, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021. Riley was born June 22, 1990 to Thomas and Molly (Hall) Chillinsky. A graduate of Centerville High School, he attended both Columbus State University and Wright State University. He was a good friend with a kind heart, a positive outlook, and a generous spirit. Riley...

Marilyn E. George

Marilyn E. George

May 28, 2021

GEORGE, Marilyn E., age 92, of Kettering, passed away Friday, May 28, 2021. Marilyn was born September 17, 1928 in Columbus to David and Anna (Williams) George. She received her Bachelor’s Degree and was employed for 35 years at WPAFB as a chemist. Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents; brother, David George. She is survived by her dear...

Faye Louise White

Faye Louise White

May 26, 2021

WHITE, Faye L., age 5 weeks, precious daughter of Dylan and Kristen (nee. Cole) White, passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. Although her time was short, the love she brought to the world is immeasurable. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her loving parents, Dylan and Kristen; siblings Emma, Elijah,...

James Matthew "Jim" Trentel

James Matthew "Jim" Trentel

May 24, 2021

TRENTEL, James Matthew “Jim”, age 73, of Centerville, passed away on Monday, May 24, 2021. Jim was born to the late Paul and Jane (Zurga) Trentel in Cleveland, OH on June 10, 1947. He was a proud UD alumni, and a member of the American Legion Post #598, and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Jim worked as a systems...

Bruce Socks

Bruce Socks

May 24, 2021

SOCKS, Bruce, age 88, of Dayton, OH, passed away Monday, May 24, 2021 peacefully at home. After graduating from the University of Illinois, Bruce went to work in technology for IBM and NCR. Bruce is survived by and missed dearly by wife of 55 years, Erika Socks (Munzel); children, Kendra (Jim) Sitter, Chrissy Ennis; grandchildren, Malia, Mailie, and Brandon. Special...

Janet Tiefenthaler Carroll

Janet Tiefenthaler Carroll

May 24, 2021

CARROLL, Janet Tiefenthaler, age 92, of Washington Twp, passed away on Monday, May 24, 2021. Janet was born to the late Eugene and Camilla Tiefenthaler on January 28, 1929 in Milwaukee, WI. She was a long time member of Incarnation Parish and received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Speech Therapy from the University of Wisconsin. Janet loved to...