Obituaries
Shirley Ann Detherage
Jul 1, 2023
Shirley Detherage (nee Price) 88 years old, passed away peacefully July1, 2023. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Don of 68 years. Loving mother to Steve (Cindy) Detherage, of the late Jill (Tom) Davis and Holly Grollmus. Loving Grandmother “Mammaw” to Kelly (Josh) Evans, Sarah (Rus) Ray, Andrew Davis, Brian Detherage, Zachary Smith, Noah (Kathleen) Grollmus, Jordan...
Patricia Kidd
Jun 30, 2023
Patricia L. Kidd (nee Sallee) (82) beloved daughter of the late George T. Sallee and Lelon (nee Browning), sister to the late Mary Frances (Gene) Neuber, mother to the late Gregory W. Williamson, Thomas (Sandy) Williamson and Tabitha (Tim) Salzl; grandmother to Shelby (Doug) Stafford, Kayla (Shawn) Theuerkauf, Ryan Salzl, Meggie (Sean) Giles and Brookie Williamson; beloved GiGi to Violet,...
Henry E. Wedig Jr.
Jun 30, 2023
Henry E. Wedig, Jr., MD, beloved husband of the late Marilyn S. Wedig, loving father of Karen (Casey) Schulz, Stephanie (Lanny) Cruse, Beverly (Tom) Feie, David (Megan) Wedig and Douglas (Kathleen) Wedig, grandfather of 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, passed away June 30, 2023 at the age of 92.
Hank earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of...
Gary J. Arszman
Jun 29, 2023
beloved husband of Carol (nee Moriarity, loving father of the late Beth Schulten, devoted grandfather of Matthew Hurst, dear brother of Daniel Arszman and Debra Yung, the late Robert Arszman, Donald Arszman and Eleanor Bohrer. Gary served in the Army and was a driver for 30 years for Wonder Bread and an avid sports fan. He passed away on...
Anthony "Tony" David Ploeger
Jun 28, 2023
Anthony “Tony” David Ploeger, 76, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away June 28th after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Visitation will be held Thursday, July 6, 2023, 10:00-11:00a.m. at St. Vivian Catholic Church, 7600 Winton Road, Cincinnati, OH 45224. Mass of Christian Burial will be held immediately following.
Tony was born on February 5, 1947 to Joseph and Rose Ploeger (nee...
Donald Sikkenga
Jun 28, 2023
Donald P. Sikkenga loving husband of the late Margie Sikkenga, beloved father of Michele (Brian) Galvin, Sharon (Robert) Nazzaro and Missy (Frank) VanStaveren. Caring grandfather of Ian Galvin, Katie Galvin , Brendan Galvin, Jennifer Sciarrino, Stephanie (Ted) Adamczak, Sarah (Bryan) McIntyre, Karen (Will) Adamczak and Kristen (Ian) Riley. Great grandfather of Rachel, T.J., Evelyn, Gwen, Alexander and Elizabeth. Brother of...
Mary J. Villa
Jun 27, 2023
VILLA, Mary J.Beloved wife of William C Villa. Loving mother of Vickie Jo Riede (nee Villa) Kevin Villa and Son-in-law William Riede, Daughter-in-law Carrie Villa. Dear grandmother of Adam, Samantha, Shelby Riede, and Taylor Tippitt. Dear great grandmother of Aaliyah Riede, and Braylah, Brylee Gibbs. Cherished sister of Sharon Snyder, and the late Inez, Barb, Lydia, Margret, Violet and Sister-in-law...
John Francis Cronin
Jun 26, 2023
Beloved husband of Ana Miller Cronin, loving father of Maria and John Cronin, cherished son of Joy and the late C. Richard Cronin. Dear brother of Meg (Joe) DiGiovanni, Ann Gronewald, Molly (Dave) Johnson, Eileen (Andy) Lakritz, Kerry (Jay) Rush, Pat (Margie), Bill, Joe, Richard (Connie), and late Steve Cronin, Son-in-law of Jose and Norma Miller, Brother-in-law of Jose (Julia)...
William Anthony Prack
Jun 24, 2023
PRACK, William Anthony "Bill"
Beloved husband of Julie M. Prack for 23 years. Step-Father of Paul, John , and Scott Howell. Step-Grandfather of Jake, Alice and Vivian. Son of the late John and Rose Prack. Brother of Butch (Tina) Prack, Michael Prack, and Joan (Bob) Wells.
I'm so blessed to have him in my life for 23 years, but now...
Matthew Edward Covert
Jun 24, 2023
Matthew Edward Covert, 50, of Monroe, Ohio, passed away suddenly on 6/24/2023 after a heart attack.
Matthew was born on 3/1/73 to Stan and Linda Covert in Kettering, Ohio. After Matthew graduated from New Miami High School in 1991, he went on to study Music and Theology at Lee University.
Matthew was an accomplished musician who traveled the world playing...
Sharon M. Ring
Jun 21, 2023
Sharon Ring (nee McGrath), beloved wife of 56 years to Lowell Ring, loving mother of John Ring, Mary Pat (Carl) Holt, David (Larah) Ring and Susan (Jesse Myers) Ring, dear grandmother of Adam and Josh Ring, Emma and David Holt, Seth and Jonah Ring, sister of Michael (Margie) McGrath and the late Patricia (Ron) Otting. Sharon passed away on Wednesday...
Gwen Jasper
Jun 21, 2023
Gwendolyne Gladys Jasper, beloved wife of the late Samuel J. Jasper Sr., loving mother of Samuel J. (Kathy) Jasper Jr., Timothy (Beth) Jasper and the late Stephen Jasper. Caring grandmother of Haley Jasper, Tyler Jasper, Josh (Kelsey Mara) Jasper and the late Matthew Jasper. Gwen was born on September 10, 1917, in Baltimore, OH. She graduated from Ohio University...
Bernice Marie King
Jun 20, 2023
KING, Bernice. Beloved wife, mother, sister, and Mamaw for 83 years passed away June 20, 2023. Loving mother of Dennis (Carla) King, Richard (Kim) King, Debbie King, and Cindy (Mel) Wesley. Cherished grandma of 10 and great-grandmother of 21.
Bernice loved her family without limits. She enjoyed tending to her plants and flowers, especially in the Summer when the...
John Edward Carles
Jun 19, 2023
John Edward Carles September 22, 1940 - June 19, 2023
John Edward Carles, a devoted family man and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2023, at the age of 82. Born on September 22, 1940, John led a fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of love, commitment, and service.
John's professional journey spanned four decades, during which he served...
Louis C. Palmer, Jr.
Jun 18, 2023
Louis “Lou” Calvin Palmer, Jr., age 76, of Cincinnati, OH died peacefully at Cedar Village on June 18, 2023, surrounded by his children and family. Lou suffered from vascular dementia for many years.
Lou was preceded in death by his parents, Calvin and Ettie Palmer, his older sisters Barbara and Caroline, and his son Scott Palmer. He is survived by his...
Delphia Cravens
Jun 18, 2023
CRAVENS, Delphia (nee Burton)Passed away June 18, 2023. Beloved wife of the late George W. Cravens for 63 years. Survived by her children, David (Vicki) Cravens, Debbie (Arlie Jr.) Whitt and Mark (Chris) Cravens. Devoted grandmother of 8 and great grandmother of 6. Sister of Vileta Helton, and the late Irene Jasper, Velma Cravens, and Eldalene Henson Clouse. Daughter of...
Kevin Michael Hauck
Jun 15, 2023
Kevin Michael Hauck, age 76, left us quietly in the early morning hours of Thursday, June 15, 2023, following a four-month-long illness. He was tired. He could fight no longer. We wished him Godspeed on his journey.
His passing is such a great loss to those who knew and loved him. He was affectionately known as the K-Man by his family and friends and brightened up the room with...
William Kenneth Hammock
Jun 14, 2023
William Kenneth Hammock (Ken) gained his angel wings the evening of Wednesday, June 14th, 2023 at his home in West Chester, Ohio from natural causes. William Kenneth Hammock was born on January 18th, 1934 in London, Ky. He was 89 years old.
His father’s name was Mr. Lewis Hammock and his mother was Mrs. Leafia Hammock from London, Ky. Ken...
Joan Hughes
Jun 14, 2023
Joan Hughes (Baylor) 91, went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on June 14, 2023.
Beloved Mother of Kathleen Hudepohl and Kelly Nelson (Dave). Cherished Grandmother to 4, Laura (Nick), Gregory (Lindsay), Robert and Patrick (Mary), sweet “Gigi” to 4 Great Grandchildren, Grace, Brayden, Molly Kate and Faith. Welcomed in heaven by her parents Grace and Donald Baylor...

William Clinton Harper
Jun 14, 2023
William Clinton Harper (Bill). Preceded in death by his loving wife of 42 years, Charlene Harper. Devoted stepfather to Mark and Barbara Hess and Kathleen Neumaier. Loving grandfather to Chloe Hess, Hannah Hess, Noah Hess, Faith Hess, Gina Justice and Sara Neumaier. Great grandfather to Armanti Justice-Payne, Gage Neumaier and Brayden Neumaier. Also survived by three brothers, one sister and...