Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Shirley Ann Koewler (nee Rhoten)
Sep 26, 2024
Shirley (nee Rhoten) Koewler, age 85, passed away, Thursday, September 26th, 2024. Born on August 7, 1939, in Ripley, Ohio, the daughter of LeRoy and Emma (Germann) Rhoten.
Beloved wife of the late William (Bill) Koewler for 61 years. Devoted mother of Greg, Steve (Julie) and Brian (Karin) Koewler and Pam (Scott) Lovdal. Dear grandmother of Morgan, Mack, Kaitlyn, Connor, Madelyn,...
Nancy Tomasella
Sep 26, 2024
Nancy Louise Tomasella, age 73 of West Chester, passed away at home Thursday, September 26, 2024, with her husband at her side. Nancy was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 30, 1950 to late Anthony (AF) and Josephine (Jody) Mentink.
She went to Villa Madonna Academy High School and studied History at Thomas Moore College. Nancy worked as a teacher at...
Linda L. Holtzclaw
Sep 26, 2024
HOLTZCLAW, Linda L. (nee Helm). Beloved wife of Bill Holtzclaw for 60 years. Preceded in death by her parents Howard and Imogene Helm. Loving mother of Mark (Kelly) Holtzclaw. Cherished Mamaw of Cody (Jessy) Holtzclaw and Brandon (Tori) Holtzclaw. Devoted great-mamaw of Brandon, Hailey and Emma. Also survived by her cousin Bonnie (Lee) Singleton. Passed away September 26, 2024 at...
James G. Carlson
Sep 24, 2024
James “Jim” Gunnard Carlson, 83, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on September 24, 2024. Jim was born on July 29, 1941 at home near Pierson, Iowa where he attended Grand Meadow High school. He continued his education at South Dakota State University earning a Mechanical Engineering degree. Settling in Cincinnati, Ohio Jim had a successful career with the General Electric...
Dianne Schneider
Sep 24, 2024
Dianne (Nelson) Schneider, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, September 24th. She was born on February 8, 1936 in Little Falls, Minnesota to Elmer and Breta Nelson.
She grew up on a farm in Freedhem, MN, but her senior year of high school she moved with her family to Castro Valley, CA. A couple years later, with the help of a...
Mary Scholz
Sep 24, 2024
Mary A, Scholz of Greenhills, age 83, passed away on September 24. She was born on October 2, 1940. She was preceded in death by her mom, three sisters, and two nephews. She is survived by her son, Daniel Scholz (Jill), five grandchildren; Daniel Scholz, Jr.(Shanmely), Kevin Scholz (Raven), Eric Scholz (Megan), Cooper Scholz (Maggie Hardewig, and Morgan Scholz (Nate...
Elizabeth Kaito
Sep 23, 2024
Elizabeth “Betty” F. Kaito, age 81, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024, at the Traditions of Deerfield. She was born June 24, 1943, in Alverda, PA to the late Mike and Kathryn (Gill) Romick. She lived in Clarksburg, PA for 56 years with John, her loving husband. Betty was devoted to her family. She enjoyed cooking, baking, crafts, visiting...
Claire C. Leist
Sep 23, 2024
LEIST, Claire C (nee Keller), passed away peacefully Monday, September 23, 2024. She is the beloved wife of the late Henry A. Leist. Devoted mother of Anthony (Elaine) Leist, Janice (William) Meyer, Phyllis Leist, Roger (Terri) Leist, Alan (Nancy) Leist and Brian Leist. Loving grandmother of Douglas, Krista, Shannon, Collin, Brandon, Marie, Henry, Paul and Jonathon. She is also survived...