Obituaries

James Robert Klingler

James Robert Klingler

May 8, 2025

Jim was the beloved husband to Donna Klingler (Leibel) of 56 years, loving father of Carrie Naber (Paul) and grandfather of Kristin and Alyssa Naber. Proceeded in death by his father, William Robert Klingler (surviving Pat), and his mother, Ruth E Klingler (Backscheider) and his sister Kathryn Klingler. Peacefully passed away on Thursday May 8th, 2025, age 75. Jim was...

Alford Thomas Watson

Alford Thomas Watson

May 8, 2025

Beloved husband of Ina Watson (nee Black). Loving father of Linda Poling (the late Larry Poling), Brenda Kamphaus (Dave), and Tim Watson. Cherished grandfather of Trisha Cravens, Ryan Poling (Angela), Joshua Poling, Matthew Kamphaus (Alison), Jillian Marsini (Christian), Kristine Hull (Jamie), and Kevin Kamphaus (Megan). Affectionate great grandfather of Dylan Cravens, Regan Goodyear (Matthew), Josslyn Poling, Chase Poling, Grant Poling,...

Margarete Appel

Margarete Appel

May 7, 2025

Appel, Margarete (nee Wagner), beloved wife of the late Jack A. Appel, devoted mother of Karen (Dennis) Schuette, Marianne Appel, Richard Appel, Donald (Maureen) Appel, Kristen (Steve) Witzman and Jeffery (Jacqui) Appel, loving grandmother of Amy (Jeff) Eisenhuth, Erin Appel, Brad (Jesse) Witzman, Karle (Brandi) Goins, Hillary Appel, Alec (Olivia) Appel, Aaron Appel, Nicole Appel and Brianna Appel, caring great...

Jack Craig

Jack Craig

May 7, 2025

Jackie Rhea Craig (Jack) age 86, of Maineville, Ohio went home to be with Lord on May 7th, 2025. Jack was born on March 5th, 1939 in Cooperative Ky. His parents were Leo and Flossie Craig. He is survived by his wife Nancy after 66 years of marriage. He is also survived by his three sons; Jack Jr. (Mary Beth),...

John Thomas Pinter

John Thomas Pinter

May 6, 2025

John Thomas Pinter, a beloved husband, devoted father, dedicated son, loving brother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, in Maineville, Ohio, at the age of 60. Born on June 16, 1964, in Cincinnati, Ohio, John was a shining light in the lives of those who knew him.

John dedicated 38 years of his life to serving as...

Minnie Oney

Minnie Oney

May 6, 2025

Minnie Oney, born on September 2, 1938, in the serene surroundings of Magoffin County, left this world on May 6, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Fairfield, Ohio, due to a heart attack. She departed just hours after being stricken with a sudden ailment, leaving behind a tapestry of cherished memories and a profound impact on all who knew her.

Minnie was...

Margaret M. Cowles

Margaret M. Cowles

May 5, 2025

COWLES, Margaret (née Fitzpatrick) Passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at the age of 83.

Beloved wife of the late David L. Cowles. Loving mother of David, Michael, and Christina Cowles. Cherished grandmother of Lizzie, Callahan, Ellie, and Delaney. Devoted daughter of the late Margaret and Thomas Fitzpatrick.

Margie grew up in Elmwood Place and was a proud graduate of Our...

Ernest Green

Ernest Green

May 4, 2025

Ernest Green, beloved Husband of Nadine Green, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on May 4, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on December 29, 1937, Ernest lived a full life, deeply impacting those around him with his kindness and wisdom.

Ernest was the proud father of Solomon Green (Naomi), Valerie Green, Derrick Green (Kim), and Teddy Green. He cherished...

Suzanne Lavallee

Suzanne Lavallee

May 4, 2025

Suzie was born in Valleyfield, Quebec, Canada to Yvonne Dube and Francois Lavallee in Valleyfield, Quebec, Canada. She bravely left her small hometown and moved to the big city, Montreal, when she was 23 years old to live on her own. She immediately made friends and stayed in touch with them to this day. Once you were Suzie’s friend, it...

David Henry Blaut

David Henry Blaut

May 4, 2025

David Henry Blaut, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on May 4, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio, at the age of 65. Born on October 17, 1959, he was a proud graduate of Roger Bacon High School, where he forged lifelong friendships and cultivated the exceptional storytelling ability that endeared him to many. His warmth and light shone brightly...

Mary J. Heller (nee Falcone)

Mary J. Heller (nee Falcone)

May 2, 2025

Mary Josephine Heller (nee Falcone) passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on May 2nd, 2025 after battling multiple health issues. Mary was born in Cincinnati on October 1st, 1951 to Leonard and Norma Falcone – the second of seven children. Mary was a loving wife to Terry (deceased), mother to Matthew (Kristina), and grandmother to Henry and Miles....

Jackson "Butch" Guice

Jackson "Butch" Guice

May 1, 2025

In the storied pages of life, we find ourselves mourning the loss of Jackson N. Guice, Jr., affectionately known to many as Butch. Born on June 27, 1961, in the vibrant heart of Chattanooga, Tennessee, his journey through this world was not merely lived; it was illustrated with passion and purpose. He departed from this realm on May 1, 2025,...

Charles Ray Schwallie

Charles Ray Schwallie

Apr 29, 2025

Charles R. Schwallie

March 11, 1936 – April 29, 2025

Charlie passed away Tuesday April 29, 2025 at age 89 at the Veteran’s Administration Hospice Unit in Cincinnati. Loving father of Tony (Lynn) Schwallie and Angie Roos, dear grandfather of Kyle (Renee) Roos. Predeceased by his wife of fifty-three years, Janice J. Schwallie. Brother of Teresa Moore and the late Mary Frances...

Martha N. Koch

Martha N. Koch

Apr 28, 2025

Martha N. Koch, a beloved matriarch and devoted medical technologist, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and dedication that will be cherished by all who knew her. Born on September 24, 1943 in Covington, Kentucky, Martha's life was characterized by her unwavering commitment to her family, community, and profession.

For thirty-five years, Martha...

Paul Jensen Vimtrup

Paul Jensen Vimtrup

Apr 28, 2025

Paul Jensen Vimtrup (1947-2025) passed away two weeks after his 78th birthday in Cincinnati, Ohio. The son of Jens Paulsen Vimtrup and Lorraine Reimer Vimtrup, Paul grew up in Downers Grove, Illinois where he delivered his hometown newspaper as a boy. Although Paul’s memory began to fade during his later years, he continued to recall how his mother would help...

Arthur Wyrick

Arthur Wyrick

Apr 28, 2025

Wyrick, Arthur Raymond, 87, passed away surrounded by his loving family on April 28,2025. Art is survived by his dear wife of nearly 70 years, Phyllis ( nee Hoelle), and his four children and their spouses Michelle (Ron) Ahlers, Tim(Tami) Wyrick, Tom (Bev) Wyrick, and Dave (Jill) Wyrick. Art is also survived by his ten grandchildren Leigh (Del) Wyrick, Ashlee...

John Wadl

John Wadl

Apr 27, 2025

John Joseph Wadl, age 59, passed away on April 27, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He held skilled roles in electronics repair and industrial manufacturing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Virginia Wadl.

He is survived by his siblings: Regina “Reggie” Hargitt (Craig), Frank Hargitt (Diane), Charles “Jeff” Wadl (Ella), Julie Gartrell (Brett), and Stephanie Brefeld (Max), as well...

Julie Farmer

Julie Farmer

Apr 26, 2025

Julie Farmer, 64, of Monroe, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025.

Born in Hamilton, Julie was a loving mother, devoted daughter, caring sister, and cherished grandmother. Her life was rooted in kindness, generosity, and quiet strength. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures — especially planting flowers in the spring and cooking warm meals for the people she loved...

Nancy L. Klus (nee Fedders)

Nancy L. Klus (nee Fedders)

Apr 25, 2025

Klus, Nancy L. (nee Fedders) was born in Ft. Mitchell, KY, the daughter of the late William J Fedders, Jr. and Esther L. Fedders (nee Rice). After a long and courageous battle with heart disease, Nancy passed to Eternal Life on April 25, leaving a legacy of kindness, love and humor.

The loving wife of Richard P. Klus, Nan is the...

Edward James Werling

Edward James Werling

Apr 24, 2025

Edward James Werling passed away at home on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at the age of 51. He was proceeded in death by his father Timothy Lee Werling, his mother Juanita Werling and his brother Timothy Lee Werling II “Sky Punk”.

He is survived by his wife Carissa Werling, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, as well as close friends from...