Obituaries
Susanne Russell
Oct 17, 2026
With hearts full of love and gratitude for a life so beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Susanne Focht Russell, age 79, of Farmersville and Germantown, Ohio, lovingly known to many as “Sasha.”
Susanne was a 1965 graduate of Farmersville High School and a 1967 graduate of Elkhart University of Medical and Dental Technique which led her to work in...
Rick W. McGill
Oct 14, 2026
Richard W. McGill, affectionately known as Rick or Ritchie, of Franklin, passed away on October 14, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. He was born on July 11, 1964, in Middletown, Ohio.
Rick built a life defined by hard work, skill, and devotion to the people he loved. He graduated from Madison High School in 1982 and began working as an...
Thomas "Tee" Evans
Oct 13, 2026
Thomas Everett “TEE” Evans, 81, of Germantown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on August 20, 1945, Tom grew up in Lebanon, Ohio, and spent much of his life in Mississippi and the Germantown area. He built a successful career as a skilled tool maker, a profession that reflected his...
Betty R. Heeter
Oct 7, 2026
Betty Rose Heeter, while surrounded by family, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. She was 89 years old and lived in Carlisle, OH. Betty was born in Arkansas to the late Hiram and Marie Cole. She graduated from Jefferson High School, class of 1954 and retired from Monarch Marking Systems. Betty loved her...
Janet T. Metcalf "Jan"
Oct 3, 2026
Janet T. Metcalf, affectionately known as Jan, of Germantown, passed away on October 3, 2026, at Atrium Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born on April 18, 1952, in Wellston, Ohio.
Jan was a 1970 graduate of Wellston High School. She grew up in a very devout Irish Catholic family and attended Catholic school through the eighth grade, a...
Patricia D. Bell
Oct 1, 2026
Patricia D. Bell, lovingly known as Pat, passed away on October 1, 2026, in Germantown, Ohio, after a brief illness. She was born on December 31, 1926, in Detroit, Michigan, and lived a long and meaningful life marked by grace, warmth, and devotion to others.
Pat will be remembered as a loving and gracious woman whose sweet spirit touched all who...
Susan Moore Oblinger
Sep 28, 2026
Susan Moore Oblinger, affectionately known as Sue, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, at Fairmont Senior Living after a short battle with cancer. She was 80 years old.
Born on February 27, 1946, in Bar Harbor, Maine, Susan lived a life defined by love, strength, and devotion to others. She was a very loving and caring person, remembered as a...
Harless R. Fitzpatrick, II "Bub"
Sep 7, 2026
Harless R. Fitzpatrick, II, affectionately known as “Bub” passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 7, 2026 at the age of 57.
Born on March 22, 1969, in Middletown, Ohio and graduated from Middletown High School, class of 1989. He worked as an auto mechanic, a trade that suited his skill with his hands and his willingness to help others....
Bobbie M. Brown
Aug 26, 2026
Bobbie M. Brown, of Carlisle, Ohio, passed away on August 26, 2026, at Kettering Hospital after a battle with cancer. He was born on August 4, 1976, in Dayton.
Bobbie attended Carlisle High School, class of 1994. He worked as an electrician, a trade that reflected his steady hands and hardworking nature. Outside of work, he enjoyed playing darts and pool...
Carole Patricia Woolcock
Aug 18, 2026
WOOLCOCK, Carole Patricia, 83, of Dayton, OH, passed peacefully 18 August, 2026. Born in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, England, 3 August, 1943 to Ronald and Grace Hartwell.
Carole married Richard Woolcock 11 September, 1965, had three children, and lived in various parts of England and Scotland. In 1981, Richard joined the Dupps Company of Germantown, OH, and moved the family to America in...
Robert J. Bevington Sr.
Aug 9, 2026
With loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Robert J. Bevington Sr., who departed this life on August 9, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on April 24, 1941, in West Alexandria, Robert’s journey through life was marked by a steadfast devotion to family, and a quiet strength that enriched the lives of all who knew him.
Robert’s legacy is...
Thomas Phillip Grubb
Aug 9, 2026
Thomas Phillip Grubb, affectionately known as Phil or Phillip, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Farmersville, OH, on August 9, 2026, at the age of 61.
Born on December 4, 1964, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late James Grubb, Sr. and Carol (Meyers) Grubb and graduated from Valley View High School, class of 1983. Phillip dedicated much of his working...
Christopher Lewis
Aug 1, 2026
Christopher K Lewis, 59, of Germantown, OH passed away unexpectedly at home of natural causes on August 1st, 2026. Born February 26, 1967, the son of the late Susie Lewis, née Garner, and brother of Patrick Lewis. He will be dearly missed by his 3 girls, Hannah Lewis, Haley Perry (Lewis), and Clacey Kasperski (Clint), their mom, Rhonda Lewis, née...
Joseph T. Tritt
Jul 31, 2026
Joseph T. Tritt, born November 18, 1948, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly from an accident on July 31, 2026, in Germantown, Ohio. His passing marks the end of a life filled with deep connections, accomplishment, and the love of family and community.
Joe was a proud graduate of Germantown High School, class of 1967, attended Miami University in Oxford, and...
Carroll A. Lugabihl
Jul 10, 2026
Carroll A. Lugabihl, born on February 7, 1955, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, passed away on July 10, 2026. Carroll’s journey through life was marked by dedication, resilience, and enduring ties to family and community.
Carroll graduated from Milton Union High School, class of 1974 and spent the majority of her life in the West Milton and New Carlisle areas, where she cultivated...
William G. Hanahan "Bill"
Jul 3, 2026
William G. (Bill) Hanahan; age 95, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, on his farm in Germantown, OH. He was born on the family farm in Morgan County, TN on October 3rd, 1930, to the late Floyd and Ella Hanahan. He graduated from Clarkrange High School in Clarkrange, TN, and was Vice President of his class. After high school,...
Vonda Sue Mullins
Jun 8, 2026
Vonda Sue Mullins, a beloved mother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, at Kettering Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 20, 1966, in Dayton, Ohio, Vonda lived a vibrant life marked by dedication, love, and an unyielding optimism that touched all who knew her.
A proud graduate of Miamisburg High School’s class of 1985,...
Mark D. Lageson
May 31, 2026
Mark D. Lageson, age 63, of Franklin, passed away on May 31, 2026 at Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties, surrounded by family, after a short but hard fought battle with cancer. He was born in Fairmont, Minnesota on August 25,1962 to John and Carol (Suserud) Lageson. He was a graduate of Howland High School, class of 1980, where he...
Chuck Osborn
May 26, 2026
Charles A. Osborn, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, Navy veteran, friend, and dedicated community member, passed away unexpectedly on May 26, 2026, at Kettering Hospital. Born on May 21, 1950, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Chuck lived a life marked by devotion to family, service to his country, and an unwavering commitment to those he loved.
Chuck graduated from Dixie High School, class...
Karen D. Lamb
May 24, 2026
Karen D. Lamb, age 83, passed away peacefully at her home on May 24, 2026. Born on February 10, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, Karen’s life was marked by dedication, warmth, and an enduring sense of humor that brightened the lives of all who knew her.
Karen attended Julienne High School, and went on to work at Cassano's Pizza, where her caring...

