Obituaries
Rita May Johantges
Dec 3, 2025
Johantges, Rita May, 93, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her own home on December 3, 2025. Rita was born May 1, 1932, in Wyoming, Ohio, to Joseph and Teresa (Weber) Hollmann. She went to St. James of the Valley grade school and graduated from Mount Notre Dame High School. She married Paul Johantges of Glendale, Ohio, in 1952,...
Patricia Bucker
Dec 3, 2025
BUCKER, Patricia Ann (nee Maringer). Beloved wife of the late Robert C. Bucker. Loving mother of David (Sharon) Bucker, Donald (Mary Kay) Bucker, Cindy (Mark) Bond, and Jenny (late Larry) Edmonds. Dear grandmother of fourteen grandchildren and many cherished great grandchildren. Also survived by numerous relatives and friends. She passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the age of 94....
Lora Mae Papadis
Dec 1, 2025
Lora Mae Papadis, born on May 6, 1960, transcended this world on December 1, 2025, leaving behind a legacy woven from threads of love, laughter, and cherished moments. A light that illuminated every room she entered, Lora never met a stranger, embodying the true essence of warmth and kindness. Her life was a vibrant tapestry of close family ties, joyful...
Mary E. Mosinski
Dec 1, 2025
Mary E. Mosinski entered the arms of Jesus on December 1, 2025, surrounded by the prayers and love of her family.
Born on December 30, 1954 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Mary grew up with a gentle spirit, a creative heart, and a love for the beauty God placed in the world. In 2017 she followed her dream of moving to South Carolina...
Rebecca Riesenberg
Dec 1, 2025
Rebecca Riesenberg, a beacon of love and compassion, departed this world on December 1, 2025, in Blue Ash, Ohio. Born on February 18, 1972, in Hamilton, Ohio, Rebecca lived life with an exuberance that impacted everyone she met.
Her professional journey was defined by her role as Union President of Children’s Services, where she dedicated her heart and soul to advocating...
Theresa Fasse
Nov 29, 2025
Theresa Fasse, affectionately known as Terry, passed away peacefully at her home in West Chester, Ohio, on November 29, 2025, surrounded by the love and care of her family. Born on November 26, 1959, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Terry brought joy and light to everyone she encountered throughout her life.
Terry completed her education at Loveland High School before earning her bachelor's...
Marcus Kanoa Porter
Nov 27, 2025
Marcus Kanoa Porter, a kind, generous, and endlessly thoughtful man, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of technological innovation, musical passion, and deep, lasting friendships across the globe. Born on the island of O’ahu, Marcus began his life as a world traveler, accompanying his father's diplomatic career across Asia and Africa. This unique upbringing, which led to a humorous "utter...
Brian A. O'Koon
Nov 27, 2025
Brian O'Koon was born on Valentine's Day in 1968 and passed away on Thanksgiving morning (11/28/25). Brian is survived by his Mom (Cookie) and his sister (Alana), and a multitude of friends and co-workers who will miss his quiet presence. He was preceded in death by his Dad, Selig.
Brian was equal parts amused and aggrieved, which made him kind of...
Bethoe Elice Monson
Nov 24, 2025
Our extraordinarily beautiful, talented and sweet Bethoe Elice Monson (nee Leonard), age 91, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025, surrounded by family. Loving wife, mother and best friend, she was our most precious gift.
Bethoe is survived by her devoted husband of 67 years, Richard Monson, beloved son Gavin (Heather) and daughter Kari (Ron), grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bethoe was preceded...
Charles Walker
Nov 23, 2025
Charles Walker, born on March 21, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025, at Storypoint Fairfield. With a profound dedication to education and community service, Chuck devoted over 40 years of his life to St. Rita School for the Deaf. He began his career as a residential advisor and eventually became a teacher, imparting knowledge in...
Linda Karen Doner
Nov 23, 2025
Linda Karen Doner, born on March 9, 1948, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025, at the age of 77. She was a devoted wife of 55 years, a loving mother, and a cherished "Mamaw," leaving behind an enduring legacy of love, faith, and dedication to her family.
Throughout her life, Linda exuded kindness and love that touched...
Thomas E. Mason
Nov 23, 2025
In loving memory of our father, Thomas Edward Mason, who passed away on November 23 ,2025. He was the loving father of William Thomas Mason (Alison), Christy Darlene Tekuelve (Gary Perkins), and Marilyn Jean Mosley (Shane). The wonderful grandfather to seven grandchildren and one great grandchild, Kyllian Thomas Mason.
He was born on August 26, 1951 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Rexford...
Lisa Rae Glaser
Nov 22, 2025
Lisa Rae Glaser, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 22, 2025, in Cincinnati. Born on April 26, 1964, in Hamilton, Lisa brought joy and love into the lives of everyone she met.
Lisa had a remarkable 25-year career at Proctor and Gamble, where she was known for her dedication and commitment. Her professional success was only...
Kevin Rowland
Nov 22, 2025
Kevin Anthony Rowland, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend passed away on November 22, 2025, after valiantly battling ALS for six years.
Born on May 7, 1972, Kevin’s intellectual curiosity and problem-solving skills were evident very early in life. As a young boy, he would take apart discarded household appliances in order to explore their inner workings, and “customize”...
Floyd Gadberry
Nov 22, 2025
Floyd Wayne Gadberry, age 82, passed away on November 22, 2025.
He was born on January 14, 1943, to the late Coy and Edna Gadberry. Floyd was a longtime resident of Liberty Township, though he never veered far from his hometown of Reading, Ohio. Many of his days were spent visiting lifelong friends at White Castle. He enjoyed being outdoors and...
Palarta D. Sampson
Nov 22, 2025
Palarta "Shay" Sampson, a beloved member of his family and community, was born on July 15, 1973, and departed this life on November 22, 2025. He was a man of warmth and kindness, deeply cherished by all who knew him.
Palarta dedicated himself to his passions, which included an enduring love for reading and an enthusiasm for watching sports, particularly football....
Don P. Collins
Nov 21, 2025
Today we gather in both gratitude and remembrance to honor the life of Don P. Collins, an extraordinary man whose generosity, compassion, and devotion to his family touched countless lives. Don was a beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather whose presence brought warmth and joy to all who knew him.
Born in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, into a family of...
Kathleen Olson
Nov 21, 2025
Kathleen Mary Olson (née Dunn) was born in Albany, NY, on June 1st, 1942. She fought a long battle with multiple myeloma and, more recently, Parkinson’s disease. In the early morning of November 21st, 2025, she passed peacefully. She was a wonderful mother and a proud grandmother. At various times over the preceding years, she wrote the following remembrances of...
David Walter Broz
Nov 21, 2025
David Walter Broz was born in Cincinnati, OH on March 19, 1956 and peacefully passed away on November 21, 2025 in Liberty Twp, OH. He was beloved husband of Cherie E Broz for 12 years, loving father of Megan (Kenny) Cress, Heather Laycock, Jason Ott. Grandfather of Shelby Cress, Katie (Matthew) Cabral, Jacob (Jaime) Laycock, Alexis Ott and Taylor Ott....
Brian Lapthorn
Nov 21, 2025
Brian Alan Lapthorn, 58, of Oxford, Ohio, passed away on November 21, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Jennifer and devoted father to Cameron and Collin. Brian was the son of Gail Eggleston (Paul) and the late William Lapthorn, brother to Kevin (Janet) and the late Bill (Andria), brother-in-law to Geoff and Debi McDonald, Jacob and Sherry Coons, and...
