Obituaries
David R. Wymer
Oct 26, 2025
David Ray Wymer, 82, of Madeira, OH, passed away at home on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
Born on March 6, 1943, in Creekside, PA, Dave built a life defined by hard work, quiet determination, and deep generosity to those he loved. Sight unseen, he left Pennsylvania to attend Warren Wilson College in Asheville, NC on a work-program scholarship. He went on...
Meghan E. Behr
Oct 25, 2025
Meghan E. Behr, beloved daughter of Mike and Barb (nee Ariss) Behr, loving sister of Nathan (Alli) Behr, dearest granddaughter of Michael and Robyn Behr and James and Susan (late) Ariss, adored niece of Jim and Angel Ariss (God Parents), Debbie and Kevin Amend, Becky Gibson, Cindy Ariss, Wally and Natina Ariss, Carrie Stolzman, Tony Behr and Angie Callahan. Cousin...
Lynne Anne Hutcheson
Oct 25, 2025
Lynne Anne (McGrath) Hutcheson, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on October 25, 2025, surrounded by family at Hospice of Cincinnati.
Born on August 8, 1941, in Akron, Ohio, Lynne spent most of her life in her beloved Michigan, where she truly became a Michigan girl at heart. Eight years ago, she and Don moved to...
William E. Shaver
Oct 24, 2025
William “Bill” Shaver, aged 91, went home to be with his Lord on October 24th, 2025.
A Pocahontas, Arkansas native, Bill was born on January 4th, 1934. He moved to West Chester, Ohio in 1970 where he lived for 55 years while raising his family!
Bill never met a stranger in his life. He could talk to anyone, anywhere, at any time...
Judith K. Curtis
Oct 24, 2025
CURTIS, Judith K. (nee Smith). Loving wife of Paul Curtis. Devoted mother of Paul (Penny) Curtis Jr., Christa Curtis, Holly Curtis and Alex Curtis. Cherished grandmother of Joshua, Adam, Jake, Kyle, Poppy, Peri and Ariel. Dear sister of Jan Smith and Jill Weschler and the late Jim and Jodie Smith. Passed away October 24, 2025 at the age of 67....
Sue Ashcraft
Oct 24, 2025
Sue Carolyn Ashcraft (nee Perkins) passed away October 24, 2025 at the age of 87 at home surrounded by family members after a long illness. She was born September 15, 1938 in Owen County, Ky. She was the daughter of the late Stanley and Anna Margaret Perkins. She is survived by her sister Ann Katherine Siders (Dee, deceased), Betty (Don, deceased)...
Michelle Koehlke
Oct 24, 2025
Michelle Koehlke (nee Kumfer), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and tennis lady passed away peacefully at her West Chester home from a complication with pancreatic cancer. She was 59.
Michelle was born in 1965 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. She attended Most Precious Blood elementary school, Bishop Dwenger High School, and studied Accounting at Manchester University, but earned her degree and graduated...
Howard Robert Converse
Oct 23, 2025
Howard R. Converse, age 86 of Mason, OH, passed away peacefully on Thursday October 23rd.
Howard was born on March 5th, 1939 in Lima, OH to the late Howard and Adelva Converse. Brother to late sister, Nancy Morton.
Howard was a devoted husband of 64 years to Carol Casper Converse. Loving father to Bryan (Gina) Converse and Bethany (Jeff) Jenkins. Grandfather to...
David Meiser
Oct 22, 2025
David Meiser (82) passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, in West Chester, Ohio, surrounded by family, love, and laughter, just as he lived.
Born on June 3, 1943, in Pennsylvania. Son to Regis and Anita Meiser, David grew up with a strong competitive spirit and a love of sports and family. A proud West Virginia University graduate, he was a...
Lillie Ann Smiley (nee Sunderman)
Oct 20, 2025
Lillie A. Smiley, age 88, born on January 27, 1937, died on October 20, 2025, surrounded by family. She is preceded in death by her parents Clem Jr. and Ethel Sunderman. Loving wife of 66 years to James Smiley. Loving mother to Beth Smiley, Jenny (Mark Olah) Smiley, Peggy (Matt) Hausfeld, Jimmy (Kim) Smiley, Amy (Steve) Hartkemeyer, Kristi (Dave Uhlmansiek)...
Christa Riordan
Oct 19, 2025
Christa Harkness Riordan, 49, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025. She was born in St. Louis in 1975 where she attended Villa Duchesne High School before attending Miami University and majoring in psychology & mastering in gerontology. Christa worked many years in social services in Butler County serving the needs of the elderly before retiring to stay at home...
Charles V. Noonan
Oct 18, 2025
Charles V. Noonan, beloved husband of the late Mildred “Milly” Noonan for 72 devoted years, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 99. A proud U.S. Navy veteran, Charles later dedicated 65 years of loyal service to Ransohoff, where he was known for his unwavering commitment and work ethic.
Loving father of Dan, Gerald (late Traci),...
Nicholas John Walkenhorst
Oct 16, 2025
Nicholas John Walkenhorst, affectionately known as Nick, passed away unexpectedly on October 16, 2025, at his home, leaving behind cherished memories which will be fondly remembered by those that knew him well. Born on December 8, 1979, in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was a proud graduate of Moeller High School. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Business Administration degree...
Kathleen Anne Marrale
Oct 16, 2025
Kathleen Anne Marrale, born on March 7, 1947, and passed away on October 16, 2025, leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication, and professional excellence. She was a beloved figure in her family and community, known for her warmth and kindness.
Kathleen retired from Procter and Gamble in 2009, where she served as a Packaging Engineer Specialist. Her career was marked...
Pamela Jean Abrams
Oct 14, 2025
Pamela Jean Abrams, affectionately known as Pam, was born on August 21, 1954, in Hamilton, Ohio. She passed away on October 14, 2025, in Franklin, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and love that touched many lives.
A proud graduate of Talawanda High School, Pam was not only recognized for her academic achievements but also for her spirited involvement in...
Evan Roger Whitten
Oct 14, 2025
Evan Roger Whitten, 33, passed away unexpectedly on October 14, 2025, at his home in Monroe, Ohio, with his beloved companion and shelter dog, Rags, by his side.
Born on September 25, 1992, in the Cincinnati area, Evan was the youngest of three sons of Dennis and Bonnie (Trumpore) Whitten. He always brought a quick wit and a smile to those...
Lois Jean Smith
Oct 13, 2025
Lois Jean Smith, born on September 1, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. She left behind a rich legacy of love, warmth, and compassion.
Jean shared nearly 60 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Thomas Smith. Their love story began in 1962, courtesy of a blind date set up by...
Donald A. Paulsen
Oct 12, 2025
Donald A. Paulsen, age 77 of West Chester, OH passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12th.
Don was born Jan 16th, 1948 in Racine, Wisconsin before living in St. Louis, Missouri and Chicago, Illinois and most recently resided in the Cincinnati, OH area for the last 30+ years.
Don was a devoted husband for 55 years to the love of his life...
Christopher Scott Owen
Oct 12, 2025
Christopher Scott Owen entered this world on August 4, 1974 in Cincinnati. He passed away suddenly on October 12, 2025. Chris was the beloved son of Mary Beth Lachmann and Michael Owen, and stepson of Eugene Lachmann. He leaves behind his sister Amy Owen {Brad Winkeljohn}, Steven Owen {Dana}, Matthew Owen (Kelly}, and stepbrother Charles Douglas {Kelly}. He is also...
Henry Barry Lawhorn
Oct 11, 2025
LAWHORN, Henry fondly known as Barry by his friends and family, passed away on October 11, 2025.
Son of the late John and Venia Lawhorn.
Brother of Larry Lawhorn, Danny (Bonnie) Lawhorn and Daryl Lawhorn.
Loving uncle to Kiesha Ozevin, Nickie (Buddy) Moore and Stephanie Lawhorn.
Dearest friend to Dewey (Watha) Roark, Mike (Michelle and family) Finn, Stacy and Bella Goedde, The Valentino family...
