Obituaries

Kettering & Centerville OH Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Kettering, Centerville OH and Surrounding Areas

Willetta Noble

Willetta Noble

Jan 9, 2025

Willetta Noble formerly of West Carrollton, passed away unexpectedly 9 Jan 2025, just shy of her 80th birthday. She was the only child of the late Effie and Willie Noble. Willetta worked in Human Resources for NCR for many years, but in her private time she taught English to immigrants, loved to attend plays and various events in the arts...

Ronald Bruce Petry

Ronald Bruce Petry

Jan 8, 2025

Ronald Bruce Petry, age 83, passed away Wednesday, Jan 8, 2025.

Ron was born in Richmond, Indiana in 1941 to Willis and Helen (Watts) Petry. He was a graduate of Jackson School in Campbellstown, Ohio. After graduation, Ron entered into the USAF where he served for 22 years active duty. His assignments included Mountain Home, Idaho, Naha Okinawa and a tour...

Burch E. Zehner

Burch E. Zehner

Jan 8, 2025

ZEHNER, Burch E. age 93 of Kettering, OH passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. He was born on November 20, 1931, in Lodi, OH, to the late Burch Everett and Marguerite (McNee) Zehner. Burch graduated from Fairview High School in 1950 before attending Heidelberg College. He pursued the tool making trade, before entering the field of real estate. Burch...

Ralph Lewis Kettering

Ralph Lewis Kettering

Jan 5, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ralph Lewis Kettering, age 97, of Kettering, Ohio. Ralph was born on October 30, 1927, in Howell, Michigan, to Karl and Mallissa Kettering, who preceded him in death, along with his brother Earl, his beloved daughter Sheri Marie, and his son Michael Allen.

Ralph graduated from Wilbur Wright High School...

John N. Horn

John N. Horn

Jan 5, 2025

HORN, John N., age 82, of Miamisburg, passed away January 5, 2025. He was born July 4, 1942 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania; the son of the late Carl and Helen (Lintner) Horn. Along with his parents, John is preceded in death by his brothers, Robert and William. John is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Judith (Palazzolo) Horn; sister-in-law,...

John Stephen O'Neill

John Stephen O'Neill

Jan 5, 2025

John Stephen O'Neill

 Sunrise March 22, 1954 – Sunset January 5, 2025

 

John Stephen O'Neill passed away on January 5, 2025, at home in Kettering, Ohio, at the age of 70. Born on March 22, 1954, in Miami, Florida, John—known as Steve to his family and New York friends—was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis just five days after birth. Despite the challenges of...

Ronald C. Fenner, Jr.

Ronald C. Fenner, Jr.

Jan 4, 2025

Fenner, Jr., Ronald C., age 77, of Centerville, passed away January 4, 2025. He was born October 14, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio; the son of the late Ronald and Phyllis (Shroyer) Fenner. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Bonnie Matonis. Ronnie is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Nancy (Cassel) Fenner; children,...

Emery Matthias McDade

Emery Matthias McDade

Dec 31, 2024

McDade, Emery Matthias, "Little Duckling", age 22 months of Fairborn, Ohio passed away December 31, 2024. 

Emery was born in Southview Hospital Maternity Ward February 5, 2023. He was a happy little kid who loved music and dancing, sharing his favorite things with anyone, everyone and everything around him. He loved dinosaurs, cars, dogs and elephants, watching cartoons with his mom...

R. Alan Baker

R. Alan Baker

Dec 28, 2024

BAKER, Roger Alan, age 88, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated physician, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, in Kettering, Ohio. Born on July 26, 1936, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Roger and Helen (nee Markley) Baker, who instilled in him the values of hard work and compassion from an early age. Alan graduated from Dartmouth College...

Dr. Jacquelyn Morillo-Delerme

Dr. Jacquelyn Morillo-Delerme

Dec 28, 2024

Dr. Jacquelyn Morillo-Delerme, age 68, of Onaway, MI, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024. 

Jackie was born September 2, 1956, in Altoona, PA to the late Augusto Nicolas and Carmen Louisa (Alvarez) Delerme. She spent 68 years cultivating a life of dedication, hard work, devotion, and love. Jackie’s path led her to pursue a career as a pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist. She...

Richard Keith

Richard Keith

Dec 27, 2024

After a heroic battle with cancer, Richard Keith boarded a train bound for the stars. Already waiting aboard, greeting him for his journey, his brothers, parents and seats filled with many family and friends.

Left at the station, bound for much later trains, his beautiful wife of over half a century, daughters, grandson, great grandson, sister, and many nieces, nephews, family,...

Jimmy C. Mayne

Jimmy C. Mayne

Dec 25, 2024

Jimmy Carl Mayne, 78, of Sarasota, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. 

Jimmy was born in Barbourville, Kentucky on June 8, 1946. He was President of the senior class and graduated from Patterson High School in 1964. He continued his studies receiving a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from General Motors Institute in 1969 where he was President of Phi...

Jonathan D. Murphy

Jonathan D. Murphy

Dec 25, 2024

MURPHY, Jonathan D., age 55, of Oakwood, OH, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Jonathan was born on February 19, 1969 in Dayton, OH to the late Gordon and Maureen (nee Hocter) Murphy. Jonathan was a lifelong Daytonian and graduated from Archbishop Alter High School. Jon continued his education at Miami University, earning his B.A. in Printmaking in 1992....

Joyce Allene Sovine

Joyce Allene Sovine

Dec 22, 2024

Joyce Allene Sovine, 91, of Tipp City Ohio peacefully passed away on December 22, 2024. 

Visitation will take place at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at 753 South Hyatt Street, Tipp City, Ohio on January 3rd, 2025 at 10:30am, followed by a funeral mass at 11:30am. Burial will follow at Miami Valley Memory Gardens, 1639 E Lytle-5 Points Rd, Centerville,...

Lucas James Brown

Lucas James Brown

Dec 21, 2024

Lucas James Brown passed away in the embrace of his family on December 21st, 2024.

Lucas James was born on August 14th, 2024 to his loving father Kevin and his comforting mother Ravyn, joining his big brothers Carson and Kaiden Brown. Despite his short time on earth, Lucas brought so much joy to those who got to be in his presence....

Nancy Rae Baker

Nancy Rae Baker

Dec 21, 2024

Nancy Rae Baker (nee Humphrey), 70, joined her mother in heaven on Saturday, December 21, 2024. She was with her family and friends at the Community Living Center at the Dayton VA in Dayton, Ohio. 

Nancy was proceeded in death by her beloved mother, Ruby Humphrey and her father, Nelson Humphrey. Nancy, a lifelong Dayton resident graduated from Kiser High School...

Richard "Rick" Hallbeck

Richard "Rick" Hallbeck

Dec 20, 2024

HALLBECK, Richard “Rick,” age 57, of Centerville, passed away December 20, 2024. He was born on June 17, 1967 in Orlando, Florida; the son of the late Richard Hallbeck, Sr. and Janet (Shaw) Hallbeck. Rick is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Laurie; children, Andrew and Jenna; sisters, Ruann (Bobby) Nolan, Becky (David) Guggenheim, and Rita Hallbeck; nieces...

Lillian M. Mapp

Lillian M. Mapp

Dec 20, 2024

MAPP, Lillian M., age 92, went Home to be with the Lord December 16, 2024. She was born February 26, 1932 in Philomath, Georgia; the daughter of the late William and Ethel (Harrison) Armour. Along with her parents, Lillian is preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Leslie C. Mapp; daughters, Melanie Rammel and Stephanie Booth; and grandson,...

Juan Fernado Bustos Rojas

Juan Fernado Bustos Rojas

Dec 19, 2024

Juan Fernando Bustos Rojas, age 41, formally of Dayton, Ohio passed away December 19, 2024 due to a sudden illness. Juan earned a nursing degree from La Fundacion Universitaria de Area Andina and worked as a registered nurse. He also worked in food service/hospitality. 

Juan Fernando is preceded in death by his mother, Fidelina Bustos Rojas of Tocaima, Colombia and his...

Neil J. Sharkey

Neil J. Sharkey

Dec 19, 2024

SHARKEY, Neil J., age 78, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024. He was born on September 10, 1946 in Bayonne, NJ. Neil is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Nora Sharkey ( Keyes); Ryan (Colleen) of New York, Susan (Eric) Taeuber of Columbus, Sean of Indianapolis; and six grandchildren, Austin, Kate, Trevor, Connor, Olivia and Colin.

Neil...