Obituaries

Bob Baur

Bob Baur

Jan 1, 2099

Beloved husband of Toni Baur for 49 years. Loving father of Andrea (Chase) Magsig, Beth (Nathan) Rudolph, James Baur, and Michael (Renee) Baur. Dear Papa of Robby, Ryan, and Reid Wiersma; Lilian and Madigan Rudolph; and Riley Baur. Brother of Sandy Gunning, Mary Kay Reinert, and the late Raymond Baur. Son of the late Raymond "Red" and Dolores Baur, and...

Ronald VonBargen

Ronald VonBargen

Jul 16, 2025

Ronald Von Bargen, a devoted family man, passed away on July 16, 2025, in West Chester, Ohio, at the age of 91. Born on June 25, 1934, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Ronald spent his life dedicated to his craft and his community, leaving an indelible mark on all those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Throughout his career, Ronald dedicated himself...

Sean Norman Ollerdisse

Sean Norman Ollerdisse

Jul 15, 2025

Sean Norman Ollerdisse, age 59, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on February 3, 1966, at Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati, Sean was raised in the Pleasant Ridge neighborhood and attended Woodward High School. He was deeply rooted in the community that shaped him. During his early twenties, Sean coached a...

Toni Rae Hancock (nee Maringer)

Toni Rae Hancock (nee Maringer)

Jul 15, 2025

Toni Rae Hancock (nee Maringer), age 78, passed away peacefully, July 15, 2025, due to complications of diabetes. She was born on January 5, 1947, in Covington, Kentucky to Ray and Maxine Maringer. She married her loving husband of 54 years, Joseph P. Hancock, in December of 1970. Toni loved people and for many years worked in a variety of...

Barbara Ann Momper

Barbara Ann Momper

Jul 14, 2025

Barbara Momper, 82, a resident of West Chester, Ohio and The Villages, Florida, passed away on July 14, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was born one of twelve children in Cincinnati to the late Raymond and Marie Stevens. Barbara was married to Jerry Momper for 64 years and was the devoted mother of Michael (Cathy), Mark (Caroline), and Tina (Steve)...

Faye Bernice Byrd

Faye Bernice Byrd

Jul 13, 2025

BYRD, Faye Bernice (nee Hines). Beloved wife of the late Truman Byrd. Loving mother of Debbie Byrd, Danny (Brenda) Byrd, Dwayne (Pam) Byrd, Lisa (Rick) Saylor, Rhonda Byrd and the late Donna Byrd. Survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her grandchildren Shanna and Tony Smith and Hailey Hall. Dear sister of Shirley Moore and...

Angeline Kremer

Angeline Kremer

Jul 13, 2025

KREMER, Angeline. Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Stella (nee McCabe) Kremer. Dear sister of Mary Ellen (Robert) Ohr, Patricia Kremer, CPPS and the late Martin (Joyce) Kremer and Jo Ann Kremer. Aunt of Lisa (Jon) Parker, Kim (Mike) Carney, Joe (Tori) Kremer, Nikki Drew and Matt Kremer. Also survived by her beloved pets Maddie and Lily. Passed...

Terry James Bemmes

Terry James Bemmes

Jul 13, 2025

Terry James Bemmes, a beloved son, partner, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 67. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on July 2, 1958, Terry led a life marked by warmth, kindness, and unselfishness.

Terry was a proud graduate of Lakota High School, class of 1976. His professional journey included valuable contributions to Continental Can...

Retha Gayle Johnson

Retha Gayle Johnson

Jul 12, 2025

Retha Gayle Johnson, affectionately known as Gayle, was born on January 12, 1944, in Ashland, Kentucky. She left this world peacefully on July 12, 2025, surrounded by love at Traditions of West Chester, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Gayle will be remembered as a beacon of warmth, caring for all those fortunate enough to cross her path. A loving...

Richard John Staud

Richard John Staud

Jul 9, 2025

Richard John Staud of West Chester (formerly Western Hills) passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025, in Liberty Township, Ohio. He had recently celebrated his 88th birthday, surrounded by the family he cherished.

Born in 1937, Rich lived a life grounded in faith, hard work, and love. He was son of the late Carl and Dorothy, beloved brother of Joan, Ron,...

Mary Louise Smith

Mary Louise Smith

Jul 9, 2025

Mary Louise Smith (Kroger), beloved wife of the late Charles Edward Smith for 73 years. Loving mother of Jacky (David) Jones and Christina Vail. Caring grandmother of Jason (Amanda) Earhart, Brian Jones, Amanda (Alex) Rosen and Emily (Michael) Cain. Great Grandmother of Charles Earhart, Mia Jones, Ezra Rosen, Penelope Rosen, Vivian Rosen and River Rosen. Passed away July 9, 2025,...

Rose Mary Sicking

Rose Mary Sicking

Jul 9, 2025

In Loving Memory of Rose Mary Sicking (Seufert)November 22, 1934 – July 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we share the peaceful passing of our beloved Rose Mary Sicking (née Seufert) on July 9, 2025, at the age of 90. Known affectionately by all as “Momo,” she was the heart and soul of our family —...

Franz Schroeder

Franz Schroeder

Jul 9, 2025

Franz “Frank” Schroeder, born March 4, 1937, in Büchel, Germany, passed away on July 9, 2025. He was a beloved husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother, and friend — and he’ll be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Frank was a proud Union Carpenter for 35 years, and he poured his heart into every job he took on. His...

Marilyn A. Capano

Marilyn A. Capano

Jul 8, 2025

Marilyn A. Capano, born on May 9, 1938, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, in Mason, Ohio. Marilyn was a remarkable individual whose life was defined by her dedication to education and her loving family.

Marilyn earned her Bachelor's degree with Honors from Wilmington College, reflecting her commitment to academic excellence. Her educational journey was a testament...

Ronald Clark

Ronald Clark

Jul 7, 2025

Ronald Arthur Clark, beloved husband of the late Suzanne K. Clark (nee Myers and the late Charlene Clark (nee Gross). Stepfather of Larry (Leann) King, Bernedette Lafever and Kim (Doug) Haddix. Brother of Loretta Hendrixson. Uncle of Terry Farmer, Sandy Hendrixson and Kelly Thomas. Cousin of James (Oneida) Johnson. Ron was a former Lab Technician, Processing Engineer Assistant, Production Manager...

Robert M. Cronin

Robert M. Cronin

Jul 7, 2025

Robert M. Cronin, beloved husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, brother, and uncle, passed away Monday July 7th, 2025.

Rob was the devoted husband of Lori Cronin, loving father to Ashleigh and Alexandra Cronin, and stepfather to Alyssa Snyder. He was a proud pawpaw to Owen Snyder and Miles Dunaway.

He was the beloved son of the late Janet Robertson and the late Bill...

William L Briede

William L Briede

Jul 7, 2025

William “Bill” Briede, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, at the age of 82.

Bill was the devoted husband of Charlene Briede (née Rabe) for 61 loving years. He was the proud father of Kimberly Briede, Tony (Virginia) Briede, and Sean Briede, and a caring grandfather to Logan, Jake, and the late Gregory...

Joe Jasper

Joe Jasper

Jul 7, 2025

Joe Jasper, beloved husband of the late Freda Jasper, loving father of the late Bobby Joe Jasper and Ricky lee Jasper, caring grandfather of the late Maria Lynn Pelopida, great grandfather of Chris Pelopida, Brittany Pelopida and Autumn Pelopida, great-great grandfather of Jayden Pelopida and Jakai Morgan. Brother of Doris Jean Wiles and Junior Griffin. Also survived by numerous nieces...

Sara Paxton

Sara Paxton

Jul 6, 2025

Sara Elizabeth Cox Paxton, 85, of Wyoming, Ohio passed away on July 6, 2025 at home.

Her beloved husband, E. Stephens Paxton, was by her side.

Sara grew up in Carmel, IN and was the daughter of Autumn and Keith Cox.

She received her bachelor’s degree from Earlham College and a Master’s Degree from Ball State University.

She married the love of her life,...