Richard D. Manson
May 13, 2026
Richard “Dick” Manson
of Vandalia, Ohio, born May 26, 1943, passed away on May 13, 2026, at the age of 82.
Dick was a devoted and loving husband to his wife, Veda Lynn (Gillott) Manson, and a proud father to daughter Kimberly (Brett) Schaefer and son Chad Manson. He was a loving grandfather to Cory (Amy) Schaefer and deeply cherished his role...
William C. Brusman
May 12, 2026
BRUSMAN, William C., 88, of Vandalia, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026. Born on March 26, 1938, Bill was a lifelong member of the Vandalia community, where he built a life centered on family, hard work, friendship, and service to others.
A 1956 graduate of Butler High School, Bill went on to attend Wittenberg University, where he met the...
A. Darline Snell
May 6, 2026
SNELL, A. Darline
Age 88, passed away Wed., May 6, 2026 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH. Darline was born January 12, 1938 in Danville, KY. She was a 1956 graduate of Northridge HS. She retired from Family Services Association at age 80.
Darline enjoyed spending time with family – especially her great-grandchildren, playing cards and reading. She was active, happy...
Terry N. Smith
Apr 29, 2026
Terry N. Smith, 86, of Tipp City, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Ohio’s Hospice of Miami County. He was born to Paul & Bertha Smith on June 16, 1939 in Dayton, Ohio. Terry served his country with honor in the U.S. Air Force. He was a life member of American Legion Post #61 in Avondale, AZ, and past...
Lois J. Webb
Apr 28, 2026
Lois J. Webb, 88, of Butler Township, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at The Courtyard at Troy. She fought the good fight and is now home with the Lord. Lois was born to Luther & Myrtle Myers on February 11, 1938 in Middlesboro, Kentucky. She was a faithful follower of her Savior Jesus...
Robert C. Macpherson
Apr 25, 2026
Robert C. Macpherson
Age 73, of Butler Twp., passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Bob was born May 4, 1952 in Dayton to James W. & Betty A. (Senne) Macpherson. He was preceded in death by his mother; and by his step-brother, Keith Gaw.
Bob was a member of St. Christopher Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus...
Roger D. Washburn
Apr 25, 2026
Roger D. Washburn
Age 79, of Carlisle, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026. Roger was born June 11, 1946 in Mattoon, Illinois to the late Harold & Mary (Volk) Washburn.
Roger was a veteran of the U. S. Army. He retired as a mailman with the United States Postal Service with 46 years of service. He loved collecting antique oil lamps and...
Edward Luther Longley
Apr 22, 2026
Edward Luther Longley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on April 22, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in the heart of Dayton, Ohio, on January 23, 1948, Edward was the cherished son of the late Luther and Adele Longley. His life, marked by love, laughter, and resilience, leaves a lasting...
Steve D. Burns
Apr 19, 2026
Steve D. Burns
Born December 29th, 1951 passed away Sunday morning, April 19th, 2026. He leaves behind his son Steve(Kelsey) Burns and 3 grandchildren, Gavin, Steven and Koralee.
The family would like to thank the nurses at Hospice of Miami County for the care they gave our Pappy to make his final days peaceful.
Nancy L Clay
Apr 13, 2026
Nancy Lane Clay, age 95, passed away peacefully at her home on April 13th. She was born and raised in Derby, a coal camp in Southwest Virginia. She was the daughter of HDR Lane and Cleo Lane. Her siblings that all have passed were Peggy Edens, Mary Ellen Munoz, and Herald D. Lane. She met her husband, John Clay, at...
Linda U. Asher
Apr 13, 2026
ASHER, Linda, 76, of Vandalia, passed away Monday, Apr. 13, 2026 at Otterbein of Tipp City. She was born to Robert & Jane Ulrich on Sept. 20, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio.
Linda is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Mike Asher; her son, Chris Asher (Stacy Covault); daughter, Michelle Beverly; brother, John Ulrich (Carmel Bergman); sister, Lou Ann Bill...
James E. Higgins
Apr 11, 2026
James E. “Jim” Higgins, 97, of Vandalia, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2026. He was born to Elmer & Florence Higgins on January 8, 1929 in Dayton, Ohio. Jim served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and graduated from the University of Dayton. He enjoyed playing softball and was an avid fan of U.D. Flyers Basketball and...
Wayne Williams
Apr 9, 2026
WILLIAMS, Wayne A., age 77, of Vandalia, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton. He was born June 29, 1948, in Portsmouth, Ohio, son of the late Wayne and Margaret Jean (Topping) Williams.
Wayne was a member of the Covenant at Sugar Grove Church, was an avid gardener and fisherman, and was known for helping his neighbors....
Charles R. Arndts
Apr 8, 2026
Charles R. Arndts, fondly known as Chuck, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026, in Troy, Ohio. Born on November 1, 1940, in Dayton, Ohio, Chuck devoted his life to his family and the passions that brought him joy and fulfillment. His unwavering commitment to those he loved was a cornerstone of his character; true to his nature, family was...
Daniel E. Deal
Apr 6, 2026
Daniel E. Deal
Born January 3, 1947 in Cincinnati, Ohio to his loving parents, Foster and Genevieve Deal, passed away into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, April 6, 2026, after a lifelong battle of congestive heart failure. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Nancy Weaver Deal, his son Josh Deal, his...
Billie Jo White Dirks
Apr 5, 2026
Billie Jo White Dirks
Age 86, of Potsdam, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2026. Billie Jo was born January 30, 1940, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the Late Bill & Dora (Cleghorn) Roberson. She graduated from Northridge High School in 1958. Later that year, she married John White. They were married until his death in 1995.
Billie worked at Dare Electronics in the...
Rosemary Ann Shilt
Apr 4, 2026
Rosemary A. Shilt
Age 95, of Butler Township, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in the loving embrace of her family. Rosemary was born January 21, 1931 in Dayton to the late Alvin & Carolyn (Kippenberger) Shively. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Charles E. Shilt, in 2007;...
Gary Wade Carroll
Apr 3, 2026
Gary Wade Carroll
Age 78, of Vandalia, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026. Gary was born August 30, 1947 in Dayton to the late Robert James & Mildred Illo (Penwell) Carroll. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother James Carroll (1978) and his wife, Barbara L. Carroll (2009).
Gary was a proud veteran of the...
Vessie L. Saylor
Mar 26, 2026
SAYLOR, Vessie L., age 91 passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026, at her residence while under the compassionate care of Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton. She was born January 25, 1935, in Clyde, North Carolina, daughter of the late Robert and Ava Lee (Dawson) Jones. Vessie was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Wm. David Saylor; and several siblings, Faye...
Joanne Van Horn
Mar 25, 2026
Joanne Van Horn
Age 91, of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Joanne was born May 1, 1934 in Lucasville, Ohio to the late George & Etta (Middaugh) Jordan. In addition to her parents, Joanne was also preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Lloyd Van Horn; one brother, Jack Jordan; one sister, Billie Rowland & her husband, Richard.
Joanne was...
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