Obituaries

Paula Newman

Paula Newman

May 29, 2025

Paula was born November 18, 1942, the eldest daughter of Herbert Kiles and Mary Luger Kiles. Her father, a graduate of Texas A&M, was an electrical engineer at Duquesne Power and Light. Mary was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. Marythen became an elementary school teacher in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. Two years after her birth, Paula was joined by...

Angela Fath

Angela Fath

May 29, 2025

Angela Renee Fath (nee Osborne), age 45, passed away May 29,2025. Survived by Husband Kyle Fath, Children Nathan Fetter and Emma Osborne, Her Parents Dennis and Pamela Osborne, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Angie was also very close to her aunt “Tonnie” who she considered her second mom. Services held privately. 

Cheryl Ann Abrams

Cheryl Ann Abrams

May 29, 2025

Cheryl Ann Abrams, age 70, of St. Bernard, Ohio, left us unexpectedly on May 29, 2025. Born on April 4, 1955, Cheryl dedicated her life to her family, her work, and her passions, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew her.

After a fulfilling career in various administrative roles; her most rewarding being the Secretary to the...

Ruth Marie (Gregory) Williams

Ruth Marie (Gregory) Williams

May 28, 2025

Ruth Marie Williams, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025, at Chesterwood Village in West Chester, Ohio. Born on February 9, 1931, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Ruth’s journey through life was marked by love, dedication, and a vibrant spirit that touched the hearts of all who knew her.

Ruth enjoyed a fulfilling career,...

David Thomas Conroy

David Thomas Conroy

May 28, 2025

David Thomas Conroy, born on Christmas Day in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

David is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Rosario (Rose) Rosina Alvarez, and their children: Patrick and Tania, Rachel and Jason, and John and Katherine (Kat). He was a proud grandfather to Cain, Lydia, Abby, Ethan, Jake, and Hudson,...

William Vance Martin

William Vance Martin

May 27, 2025

William V. Martin of West Chester Township, passed away May 27, 2025 aged 87.

Born in Cincinnati on September 11, 1937 to the late James V. and Ida S. Martin. William was married to his late wife Janet L. Martin (nee Gaines) for 48 years until her passing.

William was someone who took quiet pride in working and caring for his family....

Ralph Edison

Ralph Edison

May 26, 2025

Ralph Edison, born on May 3, 1965, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Mr. and Mrs. Robert and Nancy Edison, who passed away before him. Ralph left this world peacefully at home on May 26, 2025. He was a remarkable soul whose legacy will be forever etched in the hearts of those fortunate enough to know him. A dedicated professional for many...

Madison Olivia Smith

Madison Olivia Smith

May 25, 2025

In loving memory of Madison Olivia Smith.  A wild soul now free.

The trees are quieter today. The rivers slow. The breeze lingers a little longer while we try to remember the shape of your laughter.

Born on April 12th 1998 Madison returned to the universe on May 25th 2025. Far too soon by our clocks but just in time for whatever...

Michael Alexander Pankion

Michael Alexander Pankion

May 25, 2025

Michael “Mike” A. Pankion passed away peacefully at the age of 83, at Hospice of Cincinnati. He was born March 10, 1942, the second child of Alex and Ann (nee Wasiunyk) Pankion in Cleveland Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents and his older sister Norma Jean Johns. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Judy...

Elsa Lyn Grote

Elsa Lyn Grote

May 23, 2025

Elsa Lyn Grote, born on August 28, 1952, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, in Ft. Thomas, Kentucky, surrounded by her loving family.

Elsa was a dedicated and caring individual who greatly valued her family, particularly her beloved grandchildren, Mason and Anders Grote. She was known for her genuine personality, warmth, and contagious sense of humor, qualities...

Eleanor Walter

Eleanor Walter

May 23, 2025

Eleanor Jean Walter nee Fetchu born October 27, 1932 in Akron, OH, died peacefully on May 23, 2025 at the age of 92 in Mason, Ohio. The daughter of the late Joseph and Jennie Fetchu, she attended North High School and later the University of Akron. After college she began her career at B.F. Goodrich Tire Company, where she met...

Donald Thomas Glaze

Donald Thomas Glaze

May 22, 2025

Donald T. Glaze

December 17, 1956---May 22, 2025

Glaze, Donald T., 68, beloved father of Danielle (Jon) Zwitt, cherished Pawpaw of Aubry and Finley, passed away on Thursday, May 22nd after a difficult battle with Pancreatic Cancer.

Donald “Donnie” was a loyal friend, a hard worker and someone you could always count on to bring a smile to your face with one of...

Glenna Faye Wilson

Glenna Faye Wilson

May 22, 2025

 Glenna Faye Wilson, born on July 30, 1937, in Perry County, Kentucky, passed away on May 22, 2025, in Mason, Ohio. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend whose warmth and love touched the lives of everyone who knew her.

Glenna dedicated much of her life to being a homemaker, a role she embraced wholeheartedly. She found fulfillment in caring...

Michael Chowing

Michael Chowing

May 21, 2025

Fr. Michael Chowning, OFM, 84, passed away May 21, 2025, at University of Cincinnati Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, due to complications from Lou Gehrig’s disease. Fr. Mike was known for his patience, humility, gentle nature and his great love for the parishioners and people of Eastern Kentucky, where he was a longtime pastor. He was also an avid amateur...

Linda Lou Pontzloff

Linda Lou Pontzloff

May 21, 2025

Linda Lou Pontzloff, a beloved wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, passed peacefully at the Otterbein Senior Life Facility  in Middletown, Ohio on May 21, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and love. Born on May 17, 1949, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Linda lived 76 wonderful years, filling the hearts of those around her with her cheerful spirit...

Janice Louise Marting

Janice Louise Marting

May 20, 2025

Janice (Jan) Louise Marting, 82, of Mason, Ohio, entered Eternal Life on May 20, 2025.

A memorial service will be held at Stone Chapel in the Christian Villages at Mason (411 Western Row Rd., Mason, OH 45040) on June 28th at 1:00PM. A private service for the immediate family will be held at a later date for the final resting of...

Nathan Steele

Nathan Steele

May 19, 2025

Nathan Andrew Steele, a long-time resident of Ohio and Florida, and most recently of Montreal, Quebec, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025, at the age of 46.

Nathan was born August 18, 1978 in Welland, Ontario. He graduated from Madison High School in Middletown, Ohio in 1997. Nathan enjoyed sports, camping with his cousins, and also loved creating art. He was...

Leigh Fopma Ismael

Leigh Fopma Ismael

May 19, 2025

Leigh Young Fopma Ismael, 97, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025. Born on January 23, 1928, in Cincinnati, Leigh lived a long and vibrant life devoted to family, education, and faith.

Leigh married Robert Fopma in 1948, sharing a loving partnership of 53 years rooted deeply in faith, service, and community. Later in life, after Bob’s death,...

Judith Lynn Salyers

Judith Lynn Salyers

May 19, 2025

Judith Lynn Salyers, 73, of Liberty Township, passed away on her birthday, May 19th, 2025. Born in Ohio in 1952 to Carl and Helen, Judith was a passionate and loving woman devoted to her faith and her family. She approached life with unwavering faith, confidently believing that Jesus always had her back.

Judith will be remembered for her profound love for...

Delores Ann Hatfield

Delores Ann Hatfield

May 18, 2025

Delores Hatfield, 77, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 18th at Bethesda North Hospital while holding her son’s hand due to complications of lung cancer and heart issues.

Delores “Dee” was born in Norwood, Ohio in 1947 and will be cremated with her remains buried next to her late husband, Anthony Hatfield, in a plot at Graceland Memorial in Milford, Ohio.

Dee...