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Kettering & Centerville OH Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Kettering, Centerville OH and Surrounding Areas
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...
Dorothy Voelkl Pepper
Sep 11, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy Voelkl Pepper, on September 11, 2024, a beloved mother, friend, and accomplished administrator who touched the lives of many. Born on March 26, 1932, in Dayton, Ohio, Dorothy spent her life bringing joy and warmth to those around her. She graduated from Julienne Catholic High School in 1950,...
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...
Irene A. Jankowski
Sep 6, 2024
JANKOWSKI, Irene A., age 87, of Dayton, passed away Friday, September 6, 2024.
Our mother was a woman fully and selflessly committed to the well-being of her family. Her dedication to her husband A Ivan Jankowski and their children’s welfare (Garry, Julie, Greg and Eric) from the moment of birth on-going could not be ever in doubt, in fact Irene’s efforts...
Joshua Andrew Stimmel
Sep 4, 2024
On September 4, Josh Stimmel went home to be with his Savior Jesus Christ. He was born on March 27, 1981, in Bowling Green, Ohio; Josh was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend whose life was marked deeply by faith and a love for family.
Throughout life's journeys, Josh's unwavering faith in Christ was a source of comfort and...
Mary Healey Donnelly
Sep 1, 2024
Mary Healey Donnelly passed away on September 1st, 2024. She was 92. Mary was born on July 27th, 1932, in Schenectady, New York, to Michael and Marion Healey.
She graduated from the University of Rochester in 1954. Following graduation, she taught second grade in Schenectady, where she met her husband, Jack Donnelly.
A gifted pianist, Mary was a beloved teacher to generations...
Angela A. McGee
Sep 1, 2024
MCGEE, Angela A., age 47, of Dayton, lost her battle with cancer on the early morning of September 1, 2024. She was born June 10, 1977 in Marysville, Ohio; the daughter of the late Rodney Grimes and Saundra McGee. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Jamie Greer. Angela is survived by her children, Austin...
Charles E. Fleming
Aug 31, 2024
FLEMING, Charles E., age 92, of Beavercreek, went to be with the Lord August 31, 2024. He was born July 24, 1932 in Jenkins, Kentucky; the son of the late Rev. George A. Fleming and Mildred M. Bowden. Along with his parents, Charles is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 44 years, Nancy Joann (Daniels) Fleming; brother, George...
Geneva Cecilia Sprauer
Aug 28, 2024
SPRAUER, Geneva “Jenny” Cecilia, age 86, passed away on August 28, 2024. Jenny was born on December 11, 1937, in Dayton, to the late Arthur and Helen (Meyer) Brinkel. Jenny was a 1956 graduate of Julienne High School and worked at various jobs (Prudential Insurance, bank teller and University of Dayton Bursar’s office).
Jenny had a generous spirit and this led...
Julie "Tootsie" Guenther
Aug 23, 2024
GUENTHER, Julie “Tootsie”, age 85, of Centerville, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024 peacefully in her home, surrounded by family.
Julie was born February 6, 1939, to Leavitte S. and Mary Elizabeth (Jacobs) Albaugh of Dayton, Ohio. She worked as a secretary for the CPA firm Wall, Castle, and Granaway, and then alongside her husband at Lloyd, Darner, Guenther, and Ellis....
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