Obituaries
Carol A. Grupenhof
Jan 14, 2024
Born October 29, 1936, Carol Ann Grupenhof (nee Busam) died peacefully surrounded by family on January 14, 2024. She was the beloved wife of 62 years to the late Gilbert F. Grupenhof and beloved, devoted mother to Jeffrey (Bertha), Gary (Kathy), Christopher, and Gregory (Rachelle). Loving and caring Grandmother of Kristen (Jon) and Nathan (Chandra), Kyle (Bethany), Adam (Ashley) and...
Barbara A Rechel
Jan 14, 2024
Barbara A. Rechel, (nee Fullam) beloved wife of Donald C. Rechel for 65 years, mother to Jim (Sally), Dave (Pam) and Tom Rechel, passed away on January 14 surrounded by family. She was born in Chattanooga, TN, the daughter of the late Frank and Annie Fullam (nee Eaves).
Barbara is survived by her younger sister Carolyn Trotta (Ray) and was preceded...
Patricia A. TenBieg
Jan 13, 2024
TENBIEG, Patricia A. Beloved daughter of the late Vincent and Marie TenBieg. Dear sister of Nancy (late Leo) Ryan and the late Jerry (Clara Rose) TenBieg and Joan (Bob) Schulte. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Passed away January 13, 2024 at the age of 94. Visitation will take place at Bellarmine Chapel 3801 Francis...
Larry Loukes
Jan 13, 2024
Beloved Husband of Barbara Loukes (nee Osterbrock), Father of SueAnne Loukes, Brother of Tom Loukes, Son of the Late Fred & Joy Loukes, Son-In-Law of Joan Osterbrock.
Larry passed on Saturday January 13, 2024.
Visitation at Hodapp Funeral Home, 6041 Hamilton Ave., 45224 on Friday, January 19, 2024 from 4-7 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks...
Hunter Hayes
Jan 12, 2024
HAYES, Hunter J., 26, of West Chester, OH
He was born in Dayton, OH in 1997 to Rebecca and Todd Hayes, and grew up in West Chester, Ohio. Hunter attended Lakota West High School. Hunter enjoyed fishing, 3D design & printing, spending time with family and friends and making people laugh.
Hunter is survived by his parents, Todd and Rebecca Hayes, siblings Jerimy...
Roger W. Honebrink
Jan 12, 2024
HONEBRINK, Roger W., 98, beloved and treasured husband of Mary, his wife of 61 years, passed away on January 12, 2024. He is survived by five devoted children Carol (Joseph) Lavoritano, Ann Honebrink (Steven Saris), Mark (Rosemary) Honebrink, Amy Honebrink, and Emily (Gary) Machles; sister-in-law Jackie Dwyer; 10 loving grandchildren Michael Saris (Katy), Thomas Saris (Kate Fox), Robert Saris (Katie...
Connie Chambers
Jan 12, 2024
Connie Diane Chambers (nee Green), 68, of Fairfield, Ohio, passed away on January 12, 2024, in Liberty Township, Ohio. She was born on May 15, 1955, in Fairfield, Ohio. Connie was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and daughter.
Connie had a deep love for the Lord and cherished spending time with people. She was always open to trying...
Dorothy S. Wurzelbacher
Jan 11, 2024
It is with both a heavy heart and a sense of peace that we share the news of Dorothy Wurzelbacher's passing just three days after she joyfully celebrated her 91st birthday. Dorothy, affectionately known as Dot, is survived by her children Rick, Beth, Martha, and Tom along with their spouses, eight grandchildren, and her sister Lair Reis. Dot was...
Gloria Whiles
Jan 11, 2024
Gloria Whiles (nee Barber), beloved wife of the late Leo Dale Whiles. Loving mother of Vickie (Bill) DeWees and Neal (Leah Ashton) Whiles, caring grandmother of Mallory (Will) Handford, Tyler DeWees, Alex (Bridget Smith) DeWees and Allie Ashton, great-grandmother of Reis Handford, Cash Handford and Finley Handford. Sister of Janice (Lacel) Irvin. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews....
Carol Jean Wirtz (nee Keller)
Jan 10, 2024
WIRTZ, Carol Jean (nee Keller)
Beloved wife of the late John Wirtz.
Sister of Marge (late Jim) Niehaus, late Pauline (Bob) Dumont, Jack (Rosemary) Keller and Mary Lou Keller.
Sister-in-law of Dan (Leslie) Wirtz, Rick (Michele) Wirtz, Judy (Bob) Kuhl, the late Charles Wirtz and Jerry Wirtz.
Sister-in-law of Debbie Wirtz and Patty Wirtz.
Also survived by many nieces,...
Lisa Marie Lamping
Jan 9, 2024
Lisa Marie Lamping passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, on the afternoon of January 9th, 2024. She departed this world after a battle with metastatic breast cancer and is survived by a large, loving family. She leaves behind her husband Kristopher, their children Connor, Jenna (Richard), and Collin (Montana) who blessed Lisa with her precious grandbabies Sutton...
Michael Douglas Gehler
Jan 9, 2024
Michael, who many called Mike, was the son of Harry and Marlene Gehler, born on March 12, 1957 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a talented athlete who loved playing sports, especially baseball. After high school, Mike studied at Ohio University before starting his own landscaping business. Mike built and grew his business into a successful company, Gehler Grounds Care, which...
Curtis G. Cook
Jan 9, 2024
COOK, Curtis G. passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at the age of 53.
Beloved son to Jesse Cook and the late Aloha Cook (nee Heis).
Loving brother of Liza (Bill) Shaw and Dean Cook.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at Hodapp Funeral Home, 6041 Hamilton Avenue, College Hill, 45224 12 NOON until...
Michael Cahill
Jan 7, 2024
Cahill, Michael L. Beloved father of Jenny (Matt) Zestermann, Doug Cahill and Beth Cahill. Cherished grandfather of Kyla, Ryan, Madisyn and Marley. Dear brother of Kevin Cahill and the late David Cahill Sr., Cathi Ranz and Matthew Cahill. Brother-in-law of Anne Cahill. Devoted uncle of David Jr., Megan, Jada and great-uncle of Morgan, Bradley and Logan. Passed away January 7,...
Adam Wilson
Jan 6, 2024
Adam Wilson, 41, of Mason, OH, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Savior in his home, on Saturday January 6, 2024 after a courageous battle with ALS. Adam was the devoted and loving father of Avery Wilson, the light of his life. He also is survived by his loving parents, Tim and Jan Wilson, and his sister, Abby...
Stephen Roberts
Jan 5, 2024
Age 70, of New Carlisle (62 years) Middletown/Monroe Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5, 2024 surrounded by family. Stephen is known by many as Steve, Dad, Uncle, Brother, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa.
He was preceded in death by, his parents Knowles Roberts and Nancy (Stanley) Roberts, brother John Roberts, and nephew Michael.
Steve is survived by his daughter...

John "Jack" Zint
Jan 5, 2024
ZINT, John "Jack" passed away on January 5, 2024 at the age of 95. Visitation will be held at St. Clare Church, 1443 Cedar Ave, College Hill, 45224 on Thursday, January 11, 2024 from 10 AM until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Condolences at hodappfuneralhome.com. Livestreamed at https://www.saintclareparish.org/livestream
Barbara Bartholomew
Jan 4, 2024
Barbara was a very private person, caring for those close to her. The best Aunt but did not wany anyone to do things for her. It was in her nature to always care for people. Barbara grew up with two sisters, Sandi and Pam, and her two brothers, Rick and Bob. She grew up in Hyde Park, attending St. Mary’s...
Joan Marion Wilson
Jan 4, 2024
Joan Marion Wilson (nee Gross), 90, passed away at her home in West Chester, OH on January 4, 2024.
She was born in Brooklyn, NY and lived in Fort Pierce, FL after coming from Kings Park, NY. Joan then moved to New Braunfels, TX and finally West Chester, OH.
Joan was a volunteer at St. John’s Hospital in Kings Park,...
Loretta Lewis
Jan 4, 2024
Loretta Lewis (nee Gooch)
Beloved of the late Walter Lewis for 65 years. Loving mother of Teresa (Richard) Keith. Cherished grandmother of Deana Ransom and Nickola Sanders. Devoted great-grandmother of Mason Hardesty, Jacob Allen and Nola Ransom
Dear Sister of the late Anna Jean Carroll and Phyllis Wagner.
Dear sister in law to Dottie (the late Elmer)...