Obituaries

Diane Vanden Eynden

Diane Vanden Eynden

Oct 6, 2024

October 13,1957-October 6, 2024 (66 yrs. of age) at Hospice of Cincinnati

Daughter of the late Paul and Noreen (Ashbrock) Vanden Eynden, sister of James Vanden Eynden, Sue Hotze (Robert Brockman), Beverly Lipton, Cheryl (Thomas) Lanham, aunt of seven nieces and three nephews

Diane loved to party, was a friend to everyone she met, and brought so much joy to others. Celebrating...

Regina Kesterson (nee Mills)

Regina Kesterson (nee Mills)

Oct 6, 2024

Regina Kesterson (nee Mills), beloved wife of the late Marc J. Kesterson; devoted mother of the late David M. (Gail S.) Kesterson, Sharon K. (late Jerry) Bollen, Bonnie K. (Richard) Dietrich, Amy K. (Robert) Vaughan; loving grandmother of Heather Kesterson-Bollen and Christopher Bollen, Stephanie (David) Tomlinson and Kevin (Mindy) Kesterson; beloved great-grandmother of Kamryn, Avery, Kaitlyn, Madelyn; dear sister of...

Robert John Schultz

Robert John Schultz

Oct 6, 2024

Robert J. Schultz

Born 4-8-1929

Died 10-6-2024

 Beloved husband of the late Marilyn Schultz (nee Carr). Devoted father of Dale Schultz (Susan), Darlene Schultz &. Dan Schultz (Judie)

Loving grandfather of Dawn Bertsche (Jack) &Brian Schultz (Deemi). Great Grandfather of Ellie, Mack & Gus. Cherished son of John Schultz

& Anna Schultz (nee Bauer)

Robert loved to play Golf and travel with his wife of 53...

Kimberly Shepard

Kimberly Shepard

Oct 5, 2024

Kimberly “Kim” Shepard (nee Perry), 66, of West Chester, Ohio, passed away surrounded by family on October 5, 2024. 

Kim is survived by her husband of 44 years and love of her life, H. Wayne Shepard, Jr., daughter Rachel (Chad) Bowen, grandchildren Ainsley and Shepard Bowen, parents Lankford “Cleve” and Ruth (Gruenemeier) Perry, siblings Wayne (Marilyn) Perry, Wanda (Len) Petrey, Randy...

Jennifer Jean Becker

Jennifer Jean Becker

Oct 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jennifer Becker, a beloved mother to Joe (Brandi), Dan (Maria), & Kate Becker, a proud “Mimi” to Kallie, Emma, Caden, and Connor, and a loyal friend. She went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at the age of 56. She was born and raised...

Eugene "Duke" Osborne

Eugene "Duke" Osborne

Oct 4, 2024

OSBORNE, Eugene “Duke”. Beloved husband of Evelyn Osborne (nee Underdown) for 57 years. Loving father of Tina (Jim) Harrod, Kathy (Steve) Campbell and Chrissie (Richard) McIntosh. Devoted grandfather of Jami (Jeff) Bradley, Jimmy Harrod, Leo McIntosh, Justin Campbell, Lauren Skeens and Rebekah Campbell. Cherished great-grandfather of 13. Dear brother of Pansy Walden, Wanda Villarreal, Patty Osborne and the late Audrey...

Charles D Mellott

Charles D Mellott

Oct 4, 2024

Charles "Chuck" Mellott, born on June 29, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Richard and Nancy Mellott, passed away on October 4, 2024.

Chuck is survived by his beloved partner and love of his life for 37 years, Nicole Emrich. He leaves behind a close-knit family, including his brothers Rick, Daniel, and Randy (Georgia) Mellott, and sisters Cindy (Jerry) Pack,...

Alberta Buell

Alberta Buell

Oct 4, 2024

BUELL, Alberta Beloved wife of the late Michael W. Buell. Loving mother of Debbie (Brian) Barrett and Michael (Tonya) Buell. Dear grandmother of Taylor Buell, Owen Barrett, Dylan Buell and Camren Brooks. Sister of Ruth Bowling Hensley, Shirley Bowling Church, Randy Dixon, the late Warren Bowling, and the late Larry Dixon. Daughter of the late Esther Bowling Dixon and Don...

Gerald A. Katz Sr.

Gerald A. Katz Sr.

Oct 3, 2024

Gerald "Jerry" Katz 

Beloved husband of Joann (nee Hentz) Katz. Loving father of Lara (nee Katz) Shebesta, Deanna (nee Katz) Murcko and Jerry Katz Jr. Dear grandfather of Kaitlyn, Brett, Jerry, Tommy, Nick and Ava. Son of the late Dorothy Spicer.

Jerry was fiercely devoted to his family, especially Joann, his wife of 65 years. He epitomized the words unconditional love. He...

Janet Marie Hickman

Janet Marie Hickman

Oct 3, 2024

Janet Marie Hickman (Self), loving mother of Daniel (Krystal) Hickman and Patricia (Jerry) Combs, also survived by 5 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Janet was proceeded in death by her parents, Lee and Helen Self (Stabler), and her siblings, Marg DiCiero, Shirley Sickenger, Jim Self, and Don Self. Janet was raised in Pisgah/West Chester, OH, graduated from Deer Park High School,...

John Robert Hice

John Robert Hice

Oct 2, 2024

John Robert Hice of West Chester, Ohio, was born: March 3, 1938 and was called home at the age 86 on October 2, 2024. He is mourned by his wife Judith Ann Hice (nee Brown), his son Robert Earl Hice (Teresa), and is preceded in death by his daughter Deborah Lorraine Hice. Step grandson Terry Anderson (Karla) and Step great...

Addie C. Appenfelder

Addie C. Appenfelder

Oct 2, 2024

 Addie Cleora Limer Appenfelder Born March 2, 1937 In Simpson, West Virginia. Died October 2, 2024 In Mason, Ohio.  Daughter of the Late Richard Thomas and Clementine (McDaniels) Limer. 

Addie was proceeded in death by siblings: Alvin McDaniels, Richard Limer, Katie (Lovie) Chester Benedum, Eva (Don) Dean, Stella (Ross) Harris, Jean Limer, Doug (Sue) Limer, Donny (Sonya) Limer, Denver Thomas (Winnifred)...

Robert Lauro Muro

Robert Lauro Muro

Oct 2, 2024

Robert Lauro Muro

November 17th, 1947-October 2nd, 2024

Our hearts are heavy to announce that Robert Lauro Muro “aka”Bob, passed peacefully on Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 at the age of 76. Son to Lauro Refugio and Margaret Mary Muro (Rooney) whom he joins in the kingdom of Heaven. Robert was born November 17th, 1947 in Akron, Ohio. Shortly thereafter moved to San...

Myriam Lee (nee Kim)

Myriam Lee (nee Kim)

Sep 29, 2024

\CINCINNATI, OH – Myriam Lee, 82, died peacefully in her sleep on September 29, 2024, at her home. She was born on August 15, 1942, in Daegu, South Korea, the daughter of Kyung Man and Eul Won Kim.

Myriam was a registered nurse, moving from Korea to Germany. She then moved to Canada before immigrating to the United States to marry...

Dennis A. Taylor

Dennis A. Taylor

Sep 29, 2024

TAYLOR, Dennis A. Beloved husband of Barbara J. Taylor (nee Dwyer). Loving father of Mary Dawn (Donnie) Thomas-Hendricks. Cherished grandfather of Nick (Jamie) Hendricks, Ashleigh (Nick) Schnatz and Taylor (Charlie Webb) Hendricks. Devoted great-grandfather of Peyton, Alayna, Kinnley, Keegan, Nicky, Van, Meadow, Axel, Kaleigh, Kashton, Legend, Olivia and Franklin. Dear brother of Dianna (Ron) French. Dennis passed away on September...

David Carl Meier

David Carl Meier

Sep 28, 2024

David Carl Meier, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, of West Chester, Ohio, passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on September 28, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on January 12, 1947, David's life was rich with love, family, and adventure.

David proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy,...

Marilyn R. Zimmerman

Marilyn R. Zimmerman

Sep 28, 2024

It is with sadness in our hearts that we report the passing of our beloved Marilyn R Zimmerman on September 28, 2024 at the age of 85. She was known to her family and friends as "Doz", a name that was given to her by a college sorority sister. Her husband, Larry, loved the name so much that he called...

Michael Danowski

Michael Danowski

Sep 27, 2024

Michael (Mike) Danowski, 64, passed away on September 27, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth (nee Selinsky) and father Edmund Danowski.

Mike graduated first in his class with an Engineering degree from West Virginia Technical Institute (now part of WVU) and had a 37-year career with General Electric Aviation. As Chief Engineer in charge of aircraft turbine...

Michael "Mike" Lawson

Michael "Mike" Lawson

Sep 27, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael “Mike” Lawson, age 56, who peacefully departed this life on September 27, 2024. Mike was a cherished husband, father, son, brother, cousin, and friend whose warm spirit touched the lives of all who knew him.

 Mike is survived by his devoted wife of 29 years, Lora (nee Goodwin) Lawson, and their beloved...

Domenico Brienza

Domenico Brienza

Sep 26, 2024

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 9:00 AM until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM at Little Flower Church, 5560 Kirby Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45239.