Obituaries

Gregory L. Oda

Gregory L. Oda

Jul 13, 2025

Gregory "Greg" L. Oda, age 62, of Sarasota, Florida, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

He was born on October 1, 1962, in Greenville, Ohio, to Agnes (Heidinger) Scheufler of Sarasota, Florida, and the late Richard "Dick" Oda.

In addition to his mother, Greg is survived by his siblings, Michael (Terrie) Fraer of Churchville, Maryland, James...

Jody Dee Christman

Jody Dee Christman

Aug 29, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Jody Dee Summers Christman, who went home to be with the Lord on August 29, 2025, at the age of 55, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family.

Jody was born on December 9, 1969, in Danville, Illinois, and spent her childhood years...

Aline Thompson

Aline Thompson

Aug 28, 2025

Aline Thompson, age 83 of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Aug 28, 2025, at Heritage Nursing Home in Minster, Ohio.

She was born July 1, 1942, in Harlan, KY, to Everett & Johnie Mae (Edwards) Thompson. She was the eldest of 13 siblings. 

Aline was preceeded in death by brothers; Kenny, Mike, Russell Thompson; and sister, Theate Athey.

She is survived by children,...

Thelma Lucille Baker

Thelma Lucille Baker

Aug 26, 2025

Thelma Lucille (Hollinger) Baker, age 97, of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at Brookdale Senior Living, Greenville.

She was born on October 12, 1927 in Greenville to the late Ora Ray and Rebecca (Smith) Hollinger.

In addition to her parents, Thelma is preceded in death by her loving husband, Paul R. Baker; son, Dennis Baker; and sister, Mary Dietrich.

Those...

Shirley J. Purdy

Shirley J. Purdy

Aug 25, 2025

Shirley J. Purdy, age 89, of Hollansburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.

She was born on January 2, 1936, in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Allen and Doris (Caskey) Thompson.

In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Robert D. Purdy in 2003; her sons, Bruce...

Judy D. Small

Judy D. Small

Aug 23, 2025

Judy D. Small, age 84, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, August 23, 2025.

She was born on December 7, 1940, in Delphos, Ohio, to the late Lawrence and Cleo (Slane) Hoover.

In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald L. Small, whom she married on July 9, 1960, and who...

Cindy S. Rapier

Cindy S. Rapier

Aug 22, 2025

Cindy S. Rapier, 60, of Greenville, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025 in Greenville.

Cindy was born on March 4, 1965 to the late Shirley Hildabrand.

Cindy will be missed by her sons, Perry Rapier and Michael (Jaqueline) Rapier; her grandson, Thomas; her boyfriend, Ken Centers of Greenville; and her lifelong friends, Dee Combs and Valerie Rae.

She was a graduate of...

Linda A. Magoto

Linda A. Magoto

Aug 22, 2025

Linda A. Magoto, age 75 of Greenville formerly of Ansonia, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Greenville.

She was born on April 5, 1950 in Greenville to the late Ervin and Virginia (Baumgartner) Baker.

Tribute Funeral Home, Greenville Campus, is serving her family.

Online condolences may be shared with Linda's family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Kathy Smith

Kathy Smith

Aug 20, 2025

Kathy Sue Smith, age 75, of Greenville, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at Hospice of Miami County, Troy.

She was born on October 31, 1949 in West Virginia to the late Jack and Betty Miller.

In addition to her parents, Kathy is preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles Smith; brothers, Gary Miller and Jackie Miller; and granddaughter, Hunter...

James W. Knick

James W. Knick

Aug 17, 2025

James William Knick, 83, of Arcanum, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana.

He was born on March 13, 1942, in Arcanum, to the late William and Betty Louise (McLain) Knick.

James will be dearly missed by his beloved wife of 65 years, Linda (Bromagem) Knick; his children, James (Kim Rohr) Knick, Chris (Lori) Knick, and Teresa...

David M. Rowland

David M. Rowland

Aug 12, 2025

David Marion Rowland, age 68, of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at his home.

He was born on August 26, 1956 in Dayton, to the late Marion L. Rowland and Mary Lou (Shae) Knight.

In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by his brother, Daniel Rowland.

David is survived by his siblings, Dale Rowland (Joyce) of Greenville...

Joe C. Beemer

Joe C. Beemer

Aug 10, 2025

Joe C. Beemer, age 70, of Union City, Ohio, passed away at his home on Sunday, August 10, 2025.

He was born on August 17, 1954, in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Paul Louis and Eulalia Rae (Shook) Beemer.

In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Robert Stover.

Joe is survived by his sisters, Patrica Anne Stover...

James "Jim" J. Alexander

James "Jim" J. Alexander

Aug 8, 2025

James "Jim" J. Alexander, age 82, of New Madison, passed away peacefully with his family surrounding him on Friday, August 8, 2025 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.

He was born on February 1, 1943 in New Madison to the late Lloyd and Bessie (Haines) Alexander.

Those left to cherish Jim's memory include his daughters, Shereea Thacker and her husband Marvin...

Gerald "Jerry" Joseph Michael Brown

Gerald "Jerry" Joseph Michael Brown

Aug 8, 2025

Gerald “Jerry” Joseph Michael Brown, age 82, of Greenville, passed away unexpectedly on August 8, 2025.

Born on September 9, 1942, in Dayton, Ohio, Jerry was the beloved son of the late Clarence J. and Agnes C. (Bertran) Brown.

He was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Sandra (Jones) Brown, whom he married on September 23, 1961. Sandra passed away on...

Lowell L. Hawkins

Lowell L. Hawkins

Aug 6, 2025

Lowell L. Hawkins, age 78, of Versailles, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Upper Valley Medical Center, Troy.

He was born on October 30, 1946 in Greenville to the late Virgil and Edith (Anthony) Hawkins.

In addition to his parents, Lowell is preceded in death by his brother, Keith Hawkins and half brother, Ray Hawkins; and...

Eva "Evie" Elizabeth Curtis

Eva "Evie" Elizabeth Curtis

Aug 6, 2025

Eva "Evie" Elizabeth Curtis, age 22, of Greenville, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 in Greenville.

She was born on March 5, 2003 in Dayton, OH to Kenneth Brown and the late Trenda Curtis.

In addition to her mom, Evie is preceded in death by her brothers, Kyle and Kurtis Brown, and grandparents, Duck Curtis and Charlie Curtis.

Those left to cherish...

Scott Alan Briner

Scott Alan Briner

Aug 5, 2025

Scott "Scotty" Alan Briner, 61, of Greenville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

He was born on June 10, 1964, in Greenville.

Scotty will be dearly missed by his wife, Tracy Ann (Holderman) Briner, who he married on October 24, 1997; children, Felicia (Chris) Gibson of Morrow, OH, Christopher Briner of Greenville, Joshua (Danielle) Holderman of Fairfield, OH, Shayla (Peter...

Shirley Mae Colvin

Shirley Mae Colvin

Aug 4, 2025

Shirley M. Colvin, 88, of Galloway, Ohio, formerly of Greenville, passed away on August 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at her home.

She was born on September 22, 1936, in Bradford, to the late George R. and Dorothy J. (Rexrode) Broughman.

In addition to her parents, Shirley is preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Colvin and her brothers,...

Rock Alan Kiser

Rock Alan Kiser

Aug 2, 2025

Rock A. Kiser, age 69, of New Madison, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at his home.

He was born on November 3, 1955 in Greenville to the late Richard and Mary (Falknor) Kiser.

In addition to his parents, Rock is preceded in death by his half-sisters, Delores and Joann.

Those left to cherish Rock's memory include his half-brothers, Richard Kiser (Betty)...

Risë Marie Labig

Risë Marie Labig

Jul 31, 2025

Risë Marie Labig, age 67, of Greenville, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton.

She was born on January 30, 1958 in Fremont, OH to Loretta (Fritz) Wise of Old Fort, OH and the late Paul Wise.

In addition to her father, Risë is preceded in death by her father-in-law, John Labig and brother-in-law, Nelson Ball.

Those left...