Obituaries

Christian Lee Price

Christian Lee Price

May 29, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christian Lee Price on May 29, 2025, at the age of 24. He was born on February 9, 2001, in Twentynine Palms, California, to Ronald Price and Jodie L. Anderson. Christian brought joy and light to everyone who knew him. He spent his formative years in Ansonia, Ohio, where...

Douglas Isaac Wright

Douglas Isaac Wright

May 27, 2025

Douglas Isaac Wright, 74 of Greenville, passed away at his home on May 27, 2025.

He was born on March 18, 1951, in Randolph County, Indiana, to the late Beatrice and Carl Wright, Jr.

In addition to his parents, Doug is preceded in death by his daughter, Mallory Wright.

Doug is survived by his beloved wife, Saundra (McEowen) Wright, whom he married on...

Bryan Scott Adkins

Bryan Scott Adkins

May 27, 2025

Bryan Scott Adkins, age 46, of Hollansburg, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. He was born on April 10, 1979 in Greenville to Jackie Adkins of Hollansburg and the late Christa (Lindamood) Adkins.

In addition to his dad, Bryan is survived by his brother, Clint Adkins of Hollansburg; step-sister, Maria Adkins; nephew, Bo Adkins; niece, Arizona Adkins; uncles, Donald Adkins,...

Darin Ross Leeper

Darin Ross Leeper

May 24, 2025

Darin R. Leeper, age 65, of Rossburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.

He was born on March 2, 1960, in Greenville, to the late Ed and Jean (Emig) Leeper.

In addition to his parents, Darin was preceded in death by his siblings, Doug Leeper, Dave Leeper, and Don Leeper; and his...

Paulette Smiley

Paulette Smiley

May 22, 2025

Paulette Smiley, age 70, of Union City, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy, Ohio.

She was born on October 27, 1954, in Union City, Indiana, to the late Paul and Phyllis (Hindsley) Smiley.

In addition to her parents, Paulette was preceded in death by her siblings, Phillip Smiley and Margaret Brown.

Paulette is survived...

Roberta Blair

Roberta Blair

May 19, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Roberta Blair, who departed this life on May 19, 2025, just shy of her 92nd birthday. She was born on May 26, 1933, in Indiana, to the late Eli and Chloe (Smith) Tompkins.

Roberta lived a remarkable life filled with love, resilience, and dedication. She was a cherished mother, sister, and grandmother, making...

Judith K. Hathaway

Judith K. Hathaway

May 1, 2025

Judith "Judie" Kay Hathaway, age 83, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.

She was born on January 20, 1942, in Elwood, Indiana to the late Robert and Evelyn Juanita Cole.

In addition to her parents, Judie was preceded in death by her husband, Phil Hathaway, whom she married on March 17, 1965,...

Bryan E. Grice

Bryan E. Grice

Apr 30, 2025

Bryan E. Grice, age 63, of Versailles, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at his home.

He was born on January 9, 1962, in Dayton, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his mother, Joan Grice.

Bryan is survived by his girlfriend, Denise Piatt of Huber Heights; his sister, Nicole (Shane) Rorick-Meredith of Monroeville, Indiana; and his nieces, Gabby...

Phyllis Ann Caldwell

Phyllis Ann Caldwell

Apr 30, 2025

Phyllis Ann Caldwell, 92, of Greenville, passed away on April 30, 2025, at her home, after an exceptional valiant fight, surrounded by her family.

She was born on June 9, 1932, in Darke County, to the late Melvin and Esther (Strait) Cruze.

In addition to her parents, Phyllis is preceded in death by her husband, Russell T. Caldwell; her brother and sister-in-law,...

Maurice L. Brown

Maurice L. Brown

Apr 24, 2025

Maurice Leon Brown, age 87, of Castine, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana.

Maurice was born August 29, 1937, in Montgomery County, Ohio, to the late Russell and Inez (Clegg) Brown.

In addition to his parents, Maurice is preceded in death by his wife, Mary (Sorrell) Brown, whom he married April 30, 1960 and...

Tim D. Bracy

Tim D. Bracy

Apr 21, 2025

Tim D. Bracy, age 67, of West Milton, Ohio, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Kettering Health in Kettering, Ohio.

He was born on May 16, 1957, in Greenville to Linda Yoder of West Milton and the late Nelson Bracy.

In addition to his father, Tim was preceded in death by his nephew, Matt Rupert.

Along with his mother, Linda, Tim...

Sherry L. Apple

Sherry L. Apple

Apr 18, 2025

Sherry L. Apple, age 77 of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, April 18, 2025.

She was born on July 23, 1947, in Miamisburg, Ohio, to the late Hershel and Gladys (James) Hart; she is also preceded in death by her husband, Jacob Apple, whom she married on June 20, 1970, and who passed away on November...

Jane Elizabeth Kendall

Jane Elizabeth Kendall

Apr 17, 2025

Jane Elizabeth Kendall, age 84, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the Oakley Place in Greenville.

Born on April 11, 1941, to the late James and Elizabeth (Synder) Wiley. Jane spent her life in the heart of Arcanum, where she graduated from Arcanum High School and went on to serve her community with unwavering dedication.

In...

Alan Pittaway

Alan Pittaway

Apr 15, 2025

Alan Pittaway, 71, of Greenville, passed away on April 15, 2025, at Wayne Hospital in Greenville.

He was born on March 3, 1954, in Oxford, England, to the late Stanley and Mary (Chiddington) Pittaway.

In addition to his parents, Alan is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kimberly (Palsgrove) Pittaway, whom he married on July 1, 2006, and who passed on...

Barbara Jean Shaw

Barbara Jean Shaw

Apr 13, 2025

Barbara "Barb" Jean Shaw, age 96, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.

She was born on July 21, 1928, in Winchester, Indiana, to the late Wilbur and Lela (Byrum) Teagarden.

In addition to her parents, Barb was preceded in death by her husband, Charles D. Shaw, whom she married on...

Curt Hiatt

Curt Hiatt

Apr 12, 2025

Curt Hiatt, age 63, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.

He was born on August 3, 1961, in Greenville, to the late Duane and Dorothy (Foreman) Hiatt.

In addition to his parents, Curt was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Katlynn Nestor.

Curt is survived by his wife of 37 years,...

Lowell J. Rhoades

Lowell J. Rhoades

Apr 11, 2025

Lowell J. Rhoades, age 96, of Greenville, Ohio, formerly of New Madison, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Brethren Retirement Community.

He was born on July 24, 1928, in Union City, Ohio, to the late Russell and Mabel (Denniston) Rhoades.

In addition to his parents, Lowell was preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty (Lenhoff) Rhoades,...

Clifford "Cliff" J. Howell

Clifford "Cliff" J. Howell

Apr 8, 2025

On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, Clifford "Cliff" J. Howell, age 72, of New Madison, Ohio, completed his final haul in Huntington County, Indiana, where he passed away unexpectedly.

He was born on January 13, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Harold and Lorraine (Ballard) Howell.

In addition to his parents, Cliff was preceded in death by his brother, Dewayne Howell; and...

Helen M. Caldwell

Helen M. Caldwell

Mar 25, 2025

Helen Marie Caldwell, age 77, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Versailles Healthcare in Versailles, Ohio. She was born on April 28, 1947, in Hazard, Kentucky, to Lena (Bubnick) Miniard and the late Burley Miniard, Jr.

In addition to her father, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Caldwell; her brothers, Donald Miniard,...

Michele Sue Ruby

Michele Sue Ruby

Mar 25, 2025

Michele Sue Ruby, age 82, of Vandalia, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville, Ohio.

She was born in Dayton, Ohio on August 8, 1942, to the late Dwight and Mary "Virginia" (Lindsey) Dean.

In addition to her parents, Michele was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert Dean and Harry "Sonny" Dean.

Michele is...