Dorsey Jake Lakes
Aug 25, 2025
Dorsey Jake Lakes
Age 90, of Union, passed away peacefully, Monday, August 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving daughters. Dorsey was born May 10, 1935, in McKee, Kentucky, son of the late Grant and Dora (Gabbard) Lakes. He retired from General Motors with over 30 years of service, was an avid University of Kentucky fan and loved America. Dorsey had a...
Carolyn Sue Safreed
Aug 24, 2025
Carolyn Sue Safreed
Age 80, formerly of Tipp City, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the Versailles Health & Rehab Center under Miami County Hospice Care. Carolyn was born December 2, 1944 in Carmel, Ohio to the late Edward & Thelma (Piersall) Cruea. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Danny and David Cruea.
Carolyn...
Charles E. Shepherd
Aug 23, 2025
Charles E. “Chuck” Shepherd, 93, of Union, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025. He was born to Zach & Nancy Shepherd on July 11, 1932 in Greenwich, Ohio. Chuck was a member of the First Baptist Church of Union. He was a truck driver for over 50 years and served as a chaplain for many truck stop ministries.
He was preceded...
Gregory Alan Trimbach
Aug 20, 2025
Gregory Alan Trimbach, born on April 18, 1957, in Dayton, Ohio, departed this life peacefully at his home in Butler Township on August 20, 2025. An esteemed member of his community and a beloved family man, Gregory was the proud owner of 2J Supply HVAC Distributors, a testament to his commitment and passion for his work.
Throughout his life, Gregory was...
Linda L. Papanek
Aug 17, 2025
Linda Papanek (Laughter), age 80, of Miamisburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on October 1, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio.
Linda shared a beautiful life with her husband, Andrew Papanek, with whom she celebrated 58 years of marriage before his passing in 2022. Together, they built a family rooted in love, faith, and...
Albert "Butch" M. Klenk, Jr.
Aug 16, 2025
Albert M. “Butch” Klenk, Jr., 80, of Butler Township, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025 at his home. He was born to Albert, Sr. & Phyllis Klenk on March 9, 1945 in Dayton, Ohio. Butch was a 1963 graduate of Belmont High School. He was a member of Polk Grove United Church of Christ and loved Camp Mac. Butch loved...
Elmer John Prikkel
Aug 15, 2025
Elmer John Prikkel
Age 85, of Tipp City, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at The Hospice of Dayton. Elmer was born May 5, 1940 in Dayton, to Elmer Andrew & Sophie (Szymczak) Prikkel.
Elmer retired from AT&T with 37 years of service as a quality inspector. He graduated from Chaminade High School, class of 1958.
Elmer is survived by his loving...
Jean L. Cox
Aug 14, 2025
Jean L. Cox
Age 91, of Tipp City, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025 at the Wyngate Senior Living Center in Circleville. Jean was born October 12, 1933 in Martin’s Ferry, Ohio to the late Robert M. & Fannie Marie (Savela) Peterson. In addition to her parents, Jean was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 72 years, Thomas...
Meredia M. Simpson
Aug 10, 2025
Meredia Simpson
Age 87, of Tipp City, Ohio formerly Vandalia Ohio, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025. Born to her late parents, Clarence Edward & Tressie Lee (Goad) Jones, on November 21, 1937 in Cookeville, Tennessee. She spent her childhood in the country with her siblings and family. She spent close to 50 years working for the General Motors Company. Meredia...
James A. Kempton, Sr.
Aug 6, 2025
James A Kempton Sr., age 87 of Butler Township, passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He was born, December 13, 1937 in Dayton, Ohio, son of the late Hobart and Helen (Textor) Kempton. James was a proud veteran serving in the U.S. Naval Reserves and was a retired employee of the U.S. Postal Service. He also ran his own trucking...
Susan Phillips
Aug 4, 2025
PHILLIPS, Susan, age 84 of Greenwood, Indiana, formerly of Vandalia, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025 at Demaree Crossing in Greenwood. She was born, September 3, 1940, in Charleston, West Virginia, daughter of the late James & Marie (McMillan) Short. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Ohio University and went on to positively impact the lives of many students as...
Michael "Mickey" A. Bush
Aug 2, 2025
Michael Allen “Mickey” Bush, 82, of Vandalia, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton. He was born to Mickey & Frances Bush on September 26, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio. Mickey was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era. He coached Pee Wee Football and Basketball in Vandalia for many years. Mickey is survived by his...
Joyce T. Wall
Aug 1, 2025
Julia Joyce Toombs Wall, “Joyce”, age 85, of Troy, Ohio returned to her Heavenly Father on August 1, 2025.
Joyce was born in Saxe, VA on January 9, 1940, and was the daughter of the late George Russell and Julia Lipscomb Toombs. Her childhood days growing up on her family’s farm, the Walnut Valley Stock and Poultry Farm, were some of...
Shirley Ann Turvene
Jul 29, 2025
Shirley Ann Turvene passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at age 90.
She was preceded in death by her husband James L. Turvene, parents Roy and Gertrude (Magoto) York, in-laws Hugh Sr. and Alma (Baker) Turvene, brothers and spouses Norbert (Imogene) York, Gerald (Betty) York, Allen York, Anthony York, sister Norma (Jack) Hunter, and brother- in- law and sister-in-law Hugh Jr....
Joyce M. Arnold
Jul 29, 2025
ARNOLD, Joyce M., age 79 of Vandalia, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Joyce was born March 14, 1946, in Dayton, Ohio, daughter of the late Ester L. & Elsie (Brooks) Hill. Joyce was a loving grandmother who lived for her grandchildren. She enjoyed spending her time coloring, crocheting, working word puzzles and playing board games. Joyce had a passion...
Thomas Lee Hadder
Jul 25, 2025
HADDER, Thomas L., “Tom,” 82 of Vandalia, Ohio, passed away July 25, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio. Tom was born on November 11, 1942, in Troy, Ohio, to the late Jack Raymond Hadder and Betty (McCroskey) Hadder. Tom was a lifetime resident of Vandalia, often referred to as “The Legend.” Tom found the love of his life, Jeri Rafal Pace, to...
Ted Spangler
Jul 25, 2025
In Loving Memory of Ted Spangler
February 26, 1968- July 25, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ted Spangler, who left us far too soon at the age of 57.
Ted was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a loyal friend to many. He spent 32 years married to Suzy, the love of his life, building a life filled...
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
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...
Orma L. Bone
Jul 23, 2025
BONE, Orma Lee (Coffman), passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, just four days short of her 95th birthday. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Dr. David Lee Bone and their daughter, Rebecca S. Pelfrey, Orma is survived by three daughters, Jennifer L. Jones (Alan), Julie K. Brusman (David), and Cheryl L. Zawadzki (Raymond); along with Rebecca’s husband,...
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