Obituaries

Norman L. Long

Norman L. Long

Nov 6, 2024

Norman L. Long, age 87, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Ayden Healthcare in Greenville. 

He was born on April 11, 1937, in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Elmer and Xenia (Batten) Long. 

In addition to his parents, Norman was preceded in death by his siblings, Ronald (Beulah) Long and Richard Long; and his sister-in-law, Anne Long.

Norman...

Dave Long

Dave Long

Nov 5, 2024

Dave Long, age 80 of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at Everheart Hospice in Greenville. 

He was born on May 14, 1944 in Memphis, TN to the late Alvia David Sr. and June Rosemary Long.

In addition to his parents, Dave is preceded in death by his children, Tammy Long Garland, Brian Long, and Darin Long; and brothers, Tim...

Melinda Bright

Melinda Bright

Nov 4, 2024

Melinda Sue Bright, 38, lost her battle with ALS on November 4, 2024. She gave a good fight. She was strong-willed and loved by so many. Her family was her everything. She will be deeply missed.

Melinda was born on February 27, 1986, and adopted by Mary Ellen Hoover. After Mary Ellen passed, she was raised by her grandparents Patricia...

Donald James Bashore

Donald James Bashore

Nov 3, 2024

Donald James Bashore, age 78 of Greenville, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at his home. 

He was born on October 11, 1946 in Piqua, Ohio to the late John and Dorothy (Wion) Bashore. 

In addition to his parents, Donald is preceded in death by his loving wife, Letitia "Tish" Ann Brinley; brother, Larry Bashore. 

Those left to cherish Donald's memory include...

John "Phil" Phillip Robbins

John "Phil" Phillip Robbins

Nov 3, 2024

John "Phil" Phillip Robbins, age 74 of Rossburg, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. 

He was born on April 11, 1950 in Greenville to the late William and Norma (Dickey) Robbins. 

In addition to his parents, Phil is preceded in death by his sister, Mary Elaine Miller. 

Those left to cherish Phil's memory include his loving...

Carol Kay Lutz

Carol Kay Lutz

Nov 1, 2024

Carol Kay Lutz, age 83, of Greenville passed away on November 1, 2024 at Everheart Hospice. 

She was born on November 17, 1940 in Greenville to the late Irvin and Martha (Noggle) Delk.

In addition to her parents, Carol is preceded in death by her loving husband, Clarence Lutz; sons, Jeffery Mogle and Brian Mogle; and brothers, Ronald Delk and Richard Delk. 

Those...

Todd D. Miller

Todd D. Miller

Oct 29, 2024

Todd DeWayne Miller, age 60 of Union City, IN, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at his home.

He was born on July 16, 1964 in Greenville, Ohio to Herman Miller and the late Mary Lou Miller.

He is survived by his father, Herman Miller of Greenville; siblings, Faith Raymond of Greenville, Ty Miller of Columbus, IN, and Scott Miller of...

William "Bill" J. Murphy

William "Bill" J. Murphy

Oct 26, 2024

William “Bill” J. Murphy, 88, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.

Bill was born on October 6, 1936, in Greenville, to the late Elvin and Claudia (Hostetler) Murphy.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Alice (Spotts) Murphy, and his siblings, Mary Murphy, Tom...

Michael Ross Bunch, Sr.

Michael Ross Bunch, Sr.

Oct 23, 2024

Michael Ross Bunch, Sr., 73, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at EverHeart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. 

He was born on May 27, 1951, in Greenville to the late James, Sr. and Carolee (Thompson) Bunch. 

In addition to his parents, Mike was preceded in death by his son, Michael Ross Bunch, Jr.; his brother, James "Jim" Bunch,...

Yvonne L. Johnson

Yvonne L. Johnson

Oct 22, 2024

Yvonne "Bonnie" Lucille Johnson, 88, of New Madison, passed away October 22, 2024 at her home.

Yvonne was born on October 14, 1936, in Morgan Township, PA, to the late Thomas and Christina Robinson. Yvonne is also preceded in death by her life long companion, Fred Fenton, and her siblings Audrey Hammond, Norma Jean Robinson, Tom Robinson, Sarah Robinson, Joann Thomas,...

Becky Sue Filby

Becky Sue Filby

Oct 20, 2024

Becky Sue Filby, 68, of Palestine, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.

She was born on August 27, 1956, in Piqua, Ohio, to the late William “Bill” and Suzanne (Byers) Thompson.

In addition to her parents, Becky was preceded in death by her husband, Michael “Mike” Filby, whom she married on June 5, 1982,...

Sandra "Sandy" Lee Dunn

Sandra "Sandy" Lee Dunn

Oct 19, 2024

Sandra "Sandy" Lee Dunn, age 80 of Greenville, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Greenville.

She was born on August 4, 1944, in Greenville to the late Lowell and Helen Dunn.

In addition to her parents, Sandy is preceded in death by her children, Richard Neighbors, Bryson Neighbors, Enola Gay Neighbors, James "Jimmy" Neighbors and Keith...

Janice B. Reifsnider

Janice B. Reifsnider

Oct 15, 2024

On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, Janice B. Reifsnider slipped peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We will miss her dearly but are thankful that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Janice was born to Hilbert and Emma Kain on July 13, 1928 in Muncie, IN, where she grew up...

Jamey Lee Woodyard

Jamey Lee Woodyard

Oct 12, 2024

Jamey Lee Woodyard, age 49, of New Madison, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Wayne Healthcare in Greenville.

He was born on January 15, 1975 in Greenville to the late Steve Woodyard and Linda Woodyard of New Madison.

In addition to his mother, Jamey is survived by his daughter, Sumer Moore; brother, Richard "Matthew" Woodyard of New Madison; and sister,...

Patricia L. Cox

Patricia L. Cox

Oct 9, 2024

Patricia L. Cox, 93, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away on October 9, 2024.

She was born on July 7, 1931, in Greenville, Ohio to the late Glen and Grace (Hittle) Riegle.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, R. Gene Cox, a son Douglas A. Cox, brother and sister-in-law William "Bill" E....

Dolores Jean Riegle

Dolores Jean Riegle

Oct 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dolores Jean Riegle, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and daughter, who peacefully passed away on October 9, 2024, at the Brethren Retirement Community, Greenville. Born on May 17, 1934, Dolores was the daughter of James Oscar and Myrtle Ruth (Oswalt) Small.

In addition to her parents, Dolores is preceded in death...

Douglas A. Filbrun

Douglas A. Filbrun

Oct 9, 2024

Douglas A. Filbrun, 74, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer, with his wife by his side, on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at the Dayton VA Hospital. 

He was born on October 23, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana to the late Daniel and Willodean (Commons) Filbrun. 

Doug is survived by his wife of 52 years, Ruth (Frech) Filbrun,...

Phyllis E. Sherry

Phyllis E. Sherry

Oct 8, 2024

Phyllis (Musselman) Sherry, 79, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, October 08, 2024, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.

She was born on November 19, 1944, to the late Wilbur and Kathryn (Wills) Musselman.

Phyllis is also predeceased by her loving husband and companion, Robert "Bob" Sherry, of 56 years, whom she married on November 19, 1966, and who passed...

Roseleen Ruby Detling

Roseleen Ruby Detling

Oct 8, 2024

Roseleen Ruby Detling, age 84 of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at Troy Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. 

She was born on April 21, 1940 in West Virginia to the late Homer and Lena (Wilt) Shaffer. 

In addition to her parents, Roseleen is preceded in death by her loving husband, Rollie; brother, Vinton Shaffer; sisters, Alta Sowry and Lena Shaffer. 

Those...

Luella M. Deniston

Luella M. Deniston

Sep 29, 2024

Luella M. Deniston, 92, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the EverHeart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. 

She was born on November 11, 1931, in Brock, to the late Edward and Anna (Post) Braun.

In addition to her parents, Luella was preceded in death by her husband, James F. Deniston, whom she married on November 27, 1954,...