Orville Stidham

Orville Stidham, age 92, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born on September 15, 1933 in Morgan County, KY to the late George and Nettie (Salley) Stidham.

Orville worked for Sunshine Biscuit for 20 years and Neaton Auto in Eaton for 15 years. He enjoyed buying, trading and selling cars. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of West Alexandria for many years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Gwendolyn Stidham; and sons Paul Stidham and Ricky Stidham.

He is survived by his sister Davonia Easterling of Camel City, KY; grandsons Jason Stidham and Jamie Stidham, both of Eaton, OH; great grandchildren Cheyenne Stidham and Cassie Stidham; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 11:00 am until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 pm at the Gard Funeral Home, 67 West Dayton Street, West Alexandria, OH. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in West Alexandria. Online condolences and other remembrances may be sent to the family by visiting www.gardfuneralhome.com.