Obituaries

Christopher U. Ticknor

Christopher U. Ticknor

May 18, 2025

Christopher Umberto Ticknor September 22, 1965 – May 18, 2025

With heavy hearts and abiding love, we share the passing of Christopher Umberto Ticknor, who departed this life on May 18, 2025, at the age of 59 years old. After a courageous battle with cancer, Chris passed peacefully under hospice care, surrounded by the love of close family and friends.

Born on...

Margaret L Griffith

Margaret L Griffith

Jun 3, 2025

In Loving Memory

Margaret Griffith

February 14, 1930 – June 3, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Margaret Griffith, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, who left us on June 3, 2025, at the age of 95.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, Nolan and Maude Jones; her husband, Bill Griffith;...

Ted W. Bowden

Ted W. Bowden

Jul 24, 2025

Ted W. Bowden, born on September 4, 1937, in Mansfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home in Vandalia, Ohio, on July 24, 2025. A dedicated professional and cherished family man, Ted leaves behind a rich legacy both in his career and the lives he touched.

Ted's career spanned several significant roles in the aviation industry, where he worked for notable companies...

Anita Lorraine Berk

Anita Lorraine Berk

Jul 24, 2025

Anita Lorraine Berk

Age 89, of Tipp City, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Bethany Lutheran Village. Lorraine was born September 20, 1935 in Rogersville, Tennessee to the late Floyd & Margie (Dye) Smith. In addition to her parents, Lorraine was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 38 years, Edward F. Berk, in 2020; and by one...

Earl "Gib" Davis

Earl "Gib" Davis

Jul 23, 2025

Earl Gibson Davis, of Northridge, affectionately known as "Gibby," passed away on July 23, 2025, at Ohio's Hospice of Miami County. Born on May 21, 1945, in Paint Lick, Kentucky, Gib lived a life filled with laughter, kindness, and a deep love for his family and friends.

Gib was a proud graduate of Northridge High School class of 1963. His career...

Teresa Ann Winner

Teresa Ann Winner

Jul 20, 2025

Teresa Ann Winner

Age 60, of Dayton, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 20, 2025. She was born January 31, 1965 in Tampa, Florida to Roger “Pete” & Sarah Winner. Her mother preceded her in death in 2018.

Teresa had worked at a flight attendant with United Airlines and later as a receptionist with the Community Blood Center. She enjoyed taking care...

Beverly A. Calhoun

Beverly A. Calhoun

Jul 18, 2025

Beverly Calhoun

Age 90, of Dayton, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025, at Grace Brethren Village in Englewood. Beverly was born February 2, 1935 in Dayton to the late Hugh & Dorothy (Newman) Rich. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, Dellia Calhoun, on June 6, 2025.

Beverly is survived by four...

Lynn I. Bahr

Lynn I. Bahr

Jul 10, 2025

Lynn I. Bahr, a beloved domestic engineer and generous spirit, passed away on July 10, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, following a brief illness. Born on January 3, 1939, Lynn lived a life marked by kindness, warmth, and an unwavering love for her family and friends.

As a proud graduate of Roosevelt High School in Dayton, class of 1957, Lynn carried the...

Karen Ann Beam

Karen Ann Beam

Jul 10, 2025

Karen Ann (Winkle) Beam, age 67, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Karen was born in Dayton on October 13, 1957, to the late Carl B Winkle and Patricia Ann (Garman) Winkle.

Karen is survived by her husband and best friend, Keith Allen Beam; son Eric Lee Grossman (Mandy); daughter Sara Elizabeth Plozay (Dwight); stepdaughter Elizabeth Sheridan (Joe); stepson Allen...

Deborah S. Scott-Travis

Deborah S. Scott-Travis

Jul 10, 2025

SCOTT-TRAVIS, Deborah S., 72, of Dayton, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025 at the Miami County Hospice Inpatient Unit. She was born to William & Lee Scott on February 9, 1953 in Dayton, Ohio. Deborah was a medical assistant (RMA) at the Kettering Hospital Cancer Unit for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents and her step-son,...

Michael T. Snyder

Michael T. Snyder

Jul 6, 2025

Michael T. Snyder

Age 77, of Dayton, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025. Mike was born November 29, 1947 in Dayton to the late Charles & Ella (Jones) Snyder. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Peg (Burneka) Snyder.

Mike was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force. He was an...

Beverly Diane Meek

Beverly Diane Meek

Jul 2, 2025

Beverly D. Meek

Age 69, of Kettering, Ohio passed away on July 2, 2025 at The Hospice of Dayton. Beverly was born February 27, 1956 in Columbus, Ohio.

Beverly is survived by her mother, Evelyn Wolf of Germany; her second mom, Bernice Ortez of Kettering, Ohio; daughter, Nicci Harris; sisters, Bennie Cheryl Donaldson of Dayton, Ginger (Keith) Moore of Springboro, Ohio; brothers,...

Shannon Baker

Shannon Baker

Jul 2, 2025

Shannon Baker

Age 52, of South Lebanon, Ohio passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Shannon was born October 17, 1972 in Kettering to the late Clinton & Phyllis Baker.

Shannon will be remembered as being a loving father. For 15 years he was employed by General Motors Truck & Bus and later worked as an LPN at Friendship Village. When his health...

Thomas J. Geisler Jr.

Thomas J. Geisler Jr.

Jun 27, 2025

Thomas J. Geisler, Jr., age 91, formerly of Butler Township, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025.

Tom was born on March 17, 1934, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Thomas J. Geisler, Sr. and Caroline Keferl. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Edward Geisler, and sister, Helen Jackson.

Tom was a man of...

Donald L. Webb

Donald L. Webb

Jun 26, 2025

Donald L. Webb

Age 70, of Vandalia, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 26, 2025. Don was born July 19, 1954 in Dayton to Donald E. & Annettie “June” (Drake) Webb. In addition to his father, Don was preceded in death by one son, Jeromy Webb; and by one sister, Theresa Cemino.

Don was a U. S. Navy veteran...

Michael C. Wark

Michael C. Wark

Jun 25, 2025

Michael C. Wark

Age 77, of Tipp City, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the Upper Valley Medical Center. Michael was born April 22, 1948 in Dayton to the late Emerson & Martha (Galyon) Wark.

Michael attended Bowling Green State University and graduated from Bluffton College. He retired from Delphos City Schools in 2003 with 30 years of service as a...

Donald Michael Brown

Donald Michael Brown

Jun 24, 2025

Donald Michael Brown

"Mike"

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce that Mike (Donald M.) Brown, age 81, of Vandalia, OH passed away peacefully at home on June 24, 2025. He was born in Dayton on January 20, 1944 to the late Donald (“Doc”) and Irma (Cast) Brown. He was a graduate of Vandalia-Butler High School and Wright State...

Mary Jane Arwine

Mary Jane Arwine

Jun 24, 2025

Mary Jane Arwine, age 87, of Vandalia, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at The Hospice of Dayton. Mary Jane was born March 22, 1938 in Dayton to the late Francis William & Marjorie Louise (Sullivan) Shea. In addition to her parents, Mary Jane was also preceded in death by her sister, Joan Shea.

Mary Jane was a charter member of...

Stephen Michael Veg

Stephen Michael Veg

Jun 20, 2025

VEG, Stephen Michael “Chappie,” 86, of Dayton, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025. Steve was born to Steven & Catherine Veg on Sept. 30, 1938 in Dayton, Ohio. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather & devoted Christian. He graduated from Wilbur Wright High School in 1957 and received a Bachelor of Education from Hannibal LaGrange College in 1977. Steve...

Phyllis Joe Kennedy

Phyllis Joe Kennedy

Jun 17, 2025

Phyllis Joe Kennedy

Age 67, of Brookville, passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Phyllis was born December 31, 1957 in New Madrid County, Missouri to the late Willard & Betty J. (Brooks) Klein. In addition to her parents, Phyllis was also preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Felix Carrera.

Phyllis was a U. S. Army veteran serving as...