Obituaries
Marilyn "Joann" Truitt
Jun 22, 2020
Marilyn "Joann" Truitt, age 85 passed away in peace at Hospice Respite Care, Cincinnati Ohio, in the presence of her loving daughter, and best friend Ester K. Bond and her supportive Son-In-Law Jeffery H. Bond. Joann returned to her heavenly home in the early morning hours of June 22nd, 2020 after a valiant battle with a long illness, Her devotion...
Jared Mark Ginter
Jun 22, 2020
Jared Mark Ginter, beloved husband of Ashley Marie Ginter (nee Stammer). Caring son of Vicki Berling and Mark Ginter. Brother of Brittany (Mike) Ulrich and Tori (Tim) Nienaber. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family members. Jared was a loving, generous and kind-hearted soul. He loved his family and friends fiercely, and gave his whole heart to...
Jay Sikes
Jun 21, 2020
SIKES Jay O., loving father of David, Page, Stephen Sikes, grandfather of Christopher (Chasity) Metz and Jennifer Landrum, Carey and Brian Sikes, great-grandfather of three, and husband to the late Ann R. Sikes.Jay was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy and Dr. Clayton R, Sikes Sr. and brother, Dr. Clayton R. Sikes Jr.Jay served in the United States Navy...
Mark G. Yungblut
Jun 21, 2020
YUNGBLUT, Mark G., beloved husband of Lisa Conley Yungblut, loving father of Alexandra Yungblut, brother of David (Emily) Yungblut and Katie (Frank) Hart, uncle of Jack, Sophie, Charlotte and Lucy Yungblut, Samantha and Audrey Hart and Seth Conley. Mark passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at the age of 56. Visitation at Hodapp Funeral Home, 6041 Hamilton Avenue, College...
Robert B. Barbara
Jun 20, 2020
BARBARA, Robert B., devoted husband of the late Mary R. (nee Heskamp). Loving father of Katie Barbara, Pat (Jim) Edmiston, Mary Ann (Mark) Thomas, Michael (Kim) Barbara DO and Tony (Terry) Barbara. Grandfather of 13, great grandfather of 6 and great great grandfather of 1. Brother of Jim Barbara and the late Dave Barbara. Saturday, June 20, 2020 at the...
Marie Johnson
Jun 19, 2020
Marie Johnson, 72, of Monroe, OH, died on Friday, June 19, 2020.She was born March 1, 1948 in Sparta WI to Leonard and Sophie (Clair) Rueckheim. She graduated from Brookwood High School, Ontario WI. Marie was a dedicated wife, mother and Nanna. Marie was proud to raise her children and help raise her grandchildren. Marie loved and cared for everyone as...
Herbert Vonderheide
Jun 19, 2020
VONDERHEIDE, Herbert was predeceased by his devoted parents, Herbert J. and Clara M. Vonderheide along with his three beloved sisters: Cealie Moffat of Dayton and Clare Williams and Anna Mae Hatke of Cincinnati, Ohio. He leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews. Herb was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 9th, 1929. He lived for most of his life in...
Ethel Mae Grote
Jun 18, 2020
Ethel Mae Grote. Daughter of the late Edward and Mary Grote. Sister of the late Herbert Edward (Louise) Grote and Raymond (Edythe) Grote. Loving aunt to Beverly (the late Donald) Hostiuck, the late Gary (Elsa) Grote, “Skip” (Jenny) Grote, Gail (John) Groene, and Russell (Carolyn) Grote. Survived by many great nieces and nephews, Angela (Marc) Bloom, Todd Hostiuck, Eric (Kelly)...
Charles J. Pearson
Jun 16, 2020
Charles J. Pearson, Cincinnati, OH, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2020 at 86 years of age. His parents were the late Carl E. W. and Venita Jones Pearson. He was born in Sandstone, Minnesota on February 28, 1934 and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Minnesota and a master’s degree from the University of Akron. Charles had...
Barbara Ann Kock
Jun 14, 2020
KOCK, Barbara Ann beloved daughter of the late Bernard and Loretta (nee Pearce) Kock. Sister of the late Jack Kock. Barbara graduated from Our Lady of Angels and the University of Cincinnati in accounting. She was an avid artist, gardener and community volunteer. Owner of Barbara Kock Accounting, CPA. Barb passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at the age...
Dave Raymond Barlog Jr.
Jun 14, 2020
David Barjog Jr., beloved husband of Heather Barlog, loving father of Bryn and Brooke Barlog, son of David Sr. (Renee) Barlog and Phyllis Kruchten, brother of Dennis (Jamie) Barlog and Daniel (Georgia) Barlog and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.Dave was well known for being a sports fanatic, especially went it came to the Chicago Bears, Chicago Blackhawks, and Chicago Whitesox....
Molly Schlarmann
Jun 13, 2020
SCHLARMANN, Molly Anne, beloved daughter of Mark (Lori) Schlarmann and Michelle (Charles) Huffman. Loving sister of Nathan (Bobbi Durham) Schlarmann, Angela Fine, Amanda (Jocelyn) Keller and Christina (Rob) Corless. Dear granddaughter of Ben and Pat Schlarmann, Louise Tulley and the late Elbert C. Burns. Proud aunt of Chloe. Loving mother of pets: Bella and Honey Boo Boo. Molly passed away...
Gary E. Berling
Jun 13, 2020
BERLING, Gary E. beloved husband of Debbie (nee Reiring). Loving father of Stephen (Stacey) Berling and Michael (Emily) Berling. Grandfather of Finneus, Harrison and Natalie Berling. Brother of Vicki Berling. Son of the late Edward and Virginia Berling. Gary loved wood working and photography. He passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the age of 69. Visitation will be held...
Colleen McQueary
Jun 12, 2020
Colleen McQueary, beloved wife of Patrick D. McQueary, passed away peacefully in her family's arms June 12th, 2020.Colleen was born to the late Albert & Eileen Leigh in Carthage, OH, 2/12/1962. She married Patrick D. McQueary 6/19/1982 and they raised their family in Elmwood Place for the past 40 years.Colleen is survived by her children, Patrick K. McQueary (Eric Braden) and Danielle...
Raymond Buescher
Jun 12, 2020
Raymond Buescher beloved husband of Becky Buescher (nee Lee), loving father of Jennifer (Cameron) Knight and Kelly Buescher, papa to Lucas and Eli Knight, brother to Barbara (Jim) Tenkman, Elaine (Mike) Steiner, Marcia (Jim) Roetting, Lois (Don) Pottebaum, and Pam (Jerry) Korte, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Ray and Delores Buescher.Ray loved...
Mary Lou DeStefano
Jun 12, 2020
Mary Lou DeStefano, age 67, of West Chester, OH, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 12th 2020, previously of Wilmington, DE, and Centreville, VA.Mary Lou was born April 10th, 1953 in Wilmington, DE a graduate of Wilmington High School, where she was the “Red Devil” (no surprise) mascot for the school. She also served in the Army as a LPN...
Clarence E. Von Bargen
Jun 11, 2020
Clarence E. Von Bargen, beloved husband of the late Rita C. Von Bargen (nee Harmeyer) for 66 years. Loving father of Ed (Barb), Fred (Dori), Tom (Lisa), Don (Cheryl), Larry (Sue), Dave (Nancy), Harry (Shirley), Terry (Holly), Randy (Diane), Mary. Grandfather of Eric(Lisa), Amy(Jason), Steven(Crystal), Greg(1980-1997), Chris (Mel), Jason (Sara), L'il Chris (Deana), Andy(Susan), Nick(Christina), Robyn(Tim), Erika, Matt, Brian, Sandy...
Elbert C. Burns
Jun 11, 2020
Beloved father of Michelle (Charles) Huffman and Patty (Bill) Maxwell. Loving grandfather of Heather (Jeff Ungru) Mees, Emily Mees, and Nathan (Bobbi Durham) Schlarmann and the late Molly Schlarmann. Dear brother of Edward (Taz), Donna (Hap), Patsy, and the late Mary Lou, Donald (surviving Mary Jane), and Daniel. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Elbert passed away on...
Bevelyn J. Mueller
Jun 11, 2020
MUELLER, Bevelyn J. Mueller (nee Fox) beloved wife of the late Charles A. Mueller. Loving mother of Patrick (Kristan) Mueller and Julianne (Don) Smith. Dear grandmother of Anna and Sara Mueller and Evan and Matthew Smith. Special aunt of Erin Grause and Mary Budzn. Great aunt of Emma and Jack Grause. Sister of the late Wesley (Joan) Fox. Nelson (Nellie)...

Raymond C. Dumont
Jun 10, 2020
DUMONT, Raymond C, beloved husband for 58 years to Mary Ann (nee Cluxton). Loving father of Mike (Suzi) Dumont, Cheryl (Hugh) Lawwill and the late Kenneth Dumont. Grandfather of Andy, Nick and Chris Dumont, David (Bridget) Dumont, Holly and Heather Trosper. Great grandfather of four. Brother of Yvonne (Steve) Dessauer and the late Robert Dumont. Ray was a member of...