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Kettering & Centerville OH Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Kettering, Centerville OH and Surrounding Areas
Melissa Nicole Danforth
Aug 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melissa Nicole Danforth, a beloved mom, wife, daughter, and friend, who left this world on August 27, 2025, at the age of 46. Born on March 30, 1979, Melissa spent her life in and around Greene and Clinton Counties in Ohio, where she made lasting memories and connections with...
Kathy Ann Shaw
Aug 27, 2025
SHAW, Kathy Ann, age 69, of Waynesville, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
Kathy was born March 26, 1956 to Charles James and Marilyn Shaw. A highly intelligent and driven woman, she worked as a mortgage banker, assisting numerous people in obtaining home, construction, and commercial loans. Kathy was a hard worker who started from the bottom and rose to the...
Gloria W. Baker
Aug 26, 2025
BAKER, Gloria W., age 91, of Centerville, passed away peacefully at home on August 26, 2025, surrounded by friends and family.
Gloria was born on April 18, 1934 in Ferndale, MI to parents Maurice and Marie Townsend. She was part of “The Fab Seven”, a group of lifelong friends who enjoyed many travel adventures and wildly good times together. While living...
Lewis Richard Keyser
Aug 24, 2025
Lewis Richard Keyser, age 97, passed away in Sarasota, FL, on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Lew was born on May 29,1928, in Dayton, OH, to the late Lewis Henry and Claribel (Seifert) Keyser. A longtime resident of the Dayton area, he graduated from Oakwood High School in 1946. Lew continued his education at the University of Cincinnati, where he graduated with...
Michael Douglas Jervis
Aug 22, 2025
Michael Douglas Jervis, age 62, of Centerville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025.
Born in Lincoln, England, Michael was the middle of three boys to parents Alan and Patricia Jervis. He spent much of his early life in England before moving to Northern Ireland at age 31, where he raised a family, worked in a variety of trades, and...
Dr. Edward R. Thomas, Jr.
Aug 22, 2025
Dr. Edward R. Thomas, Jr., 89, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and love. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Edward R. Thomas, Sr., M.D., and Francis I. Thomas (née Uhl), he carried on his family’s tradition of excellence in medicine with a deep sense of purpose and humility.
Dr. Thomas is...
Ronald Harold Hardy
Aug 20, 2025
With a heart full of love and a spirit that brightened the lives of many, Ronald “Ron” Harold Hardy of Beavercreek, Ohio, will be celebrated by family and friends after his passing on August 20, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on July 13, 1940, in Atlanta, Georgia, Ron was the cherished son of Luther and Nellie Hardy, who...
Arnold E. Meyers
Aug 20, 2025
Arnold Edward Meyers, age 82, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on January 11, 1943, Arnold graduated from Fairmont High School and went on to serve his country honorably in the United States Army. Following his military service, Arnold dedicated many years to the Dayton Fire Department, where he served his community...
Thelma M. Shepherd
Aug 19, 2025
Thelma M. Shepherd, Age 91, of Dayton passed away on August 18th, 2025.
She was born on Christmas Day in 1933 to the late Jessie Stevenson and Emma Myrtle Burton.
In addition to her parents Jessie and “Myrtie,” Thelma was preceded in death by her husband Eddie Shepherd, first husband James Lay, grandson Charlie Brewer, and daughter in law Mona Brown Lay....
Larry Dale Perry
Aug 19, 2025
Larry Dale Perry, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, at the age of 67.
He was born on September 11, 1957, in West Liberty, Kentucky, to the late Polly and Flavis Perry. Larry dedicated over 30 years to a career in HVAC before retiring at the age of 65. Known as a loving husband, father, and brother,...
David Lawrence Mitchell
Aug 17, 2025
David Lawrence Mitchell, a devoted husband and father, dedicated history enthusiast, and lifelong cyclist, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on December 15, 1947, David lived his life with an unwavering commitment to loyalty and integrity, values that defined his character and endeared him to all who had the pleasure of knowing him....
Rosemarie H. Wade
Aug 15, 2025
Rosemarie H. Wade, age 85, of Centerville, formerly of Kettering, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on August 15, 2025.
Born on January 13, 1940, in Plauen, Germany, Rosemarie was the daughter of Erich and Hedwig Reiher. She then moved and grew up in Schwäbisch Hall, Germany. Rose came to the United States in 1963 after marrying Robert...
Alex James Burger
Aug 13, 2025
Alex James Burger, beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at the age of 27. Born June 18, 1998, in Dayton, OH, to Jeromy and Amanda Burger, Alex grew up in Kettering, surrounded by family and friends who loved him deeply.
From a young age, Alex’s life was filled with energy and determination. At Fairmont...
Susan Pratt
Aug 13, 2025
PRATT, Susan, age 72, of Kettering, OH, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. She was born on July 14, 1953, to the late John and Naomi Jeane Pratt, in Dayton, OH. Susan attended Southview School for several years before becoming involved with the MCBDD. She joined the Resident Home Association family and has resided at the Springmill Home for...
Stephen M. Spraley
Aug 11, 2025
Stephen M. Spraley, age 72 of Kettering, Ohio passed away August 11, 2025.
Stephen was born in Dayton, Ohio May 11, 1953 to Clement F. “Bud” and Elizabeth “Betty” (Gulyas) Spraley. He graduated from Archbishop Alter High School in 1971. He joined Dayton Local Plumber and Pipefitters UA 162 shortly after high school. Stephen was a certified welder, pipefitter and HVAC...
Christine Marie Bausman
Aug 9, 2025
Christine Marie Bausman, age 58, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
A Dayton native, Christine was born on November 22, 1966, to Joe and Maryann Bausman. She graduated from Beavercreek High School and continued her education at Sinclair Community College, which prepared her for her work as a medical assistant. She was also a member of Kirkmont...
Kyle Theodore Katzenbach
Aug 8, 2025
KATZENBACH, Kyle Theodore, age 67, of Kettering, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025.
Kyle was born May 19, 1958 to the late George and Connie (Burks) Katzenbach. A graduate of Meadowdale High School in 1976, he enlisted in the Navy following graduation. Kyle then went on to receive his HVAC certification and began a career in maintenance for local apartment complexes....
Douglas Michael Neef
Aug 6, 2025
Douglas M. Neef, age 67, a lifelong resident of Kettering, Ohio, passed away at home August 6, 2025. Doug was a graduate of Fairmont West High School, who then moved into a professional life of entrepreneurship highlighted by his automotive repair business which served the community for over 30 years. Doug's business, hobbies, and interests centered on all things mechanical....
Cynthia "Cindy" Hess
Aug 6, 2025
Hess, Cynthia Carol “Cindy,” age 68 of Kettering, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 6th, 2025. Cindy was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph; son, Nick; and her parents, Richard and Beverly Scherack. She is survived by her siblings, Deborah (Steve) Freeze; Linda (Dave) Duffy; and Thomas (Kathy) Scherack. She is also survived by her children, Sarah Key; Anthony...
Carl J. Kanzari
Aug 5, 2025
Carl Joseph “Doc” Kanzari passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio.
Carl dedicated his life to public service, beginning at a young age with the Civil Air Patrol. He went on to serve as a firefighter and paramedic across the greater Miami Valley area, including Riverside, Butler Township, Beavercreek, and Monroe. Continuing his lifelong commitment to selfless service,...
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