Obituaries

Mason Curtis Roell

Mason Curtis Roell

Apr 29, 2023

Mason Curtis Roell, age 19, of Camden, OH passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 29, 2023.  He was born April 9, 2004 in Dayton, OH to Steven and Shirl Roell.  Mason was a 2022 graduate of Eaton High School and Miami Valley CTC, where he participated in FFA, basketball and 4-H.  He loved to hunt and fish.  He worked as...

David E. Pansing

David E. Pansing

Apr 28, 2023

David E. Pansing, age 60 of Eaton, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 28, 2023. He was born November 12, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio, son of Jack and Emma (King) Pansing. David was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He enjoyed listening to his country music and being with his family. He had a...

Lloyd C. Busch

Lloyd C. Busch

Apr 24, 2023

Lloyd C. Busch, age 99 of Eaton, Ohio passed away peacefully at his home in Elizabeth, Colorado surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 6, 1923 to Christian John and Edna Ethel (nee Wysong) Busch on the farm in Preble County Ohio. Lloyd graduated from West Alexandra High School in 1942, where he met his wife, Clara Ellen...

Debra "Deb" Kay Chasteen

Debra "Deb" Kay Chasteen

Apr 21, 2023

 

Debra Kay Chasteen, age 50, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away in her home on April 21, 2023.

Deb was known for her beautiful singing voice and love of music. She pursued a degree in musical theater but settled for a career as an administrative assistant, most notably with the Preble County Commissioners Office.

She was a freethinking, intelligent, and...

Neoma M. Bulla

Neoma M. Bulla

Apr 21, 2023

Neoma M. Bulla, age 83, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023 at her residence.  She was born February 6, 1940 in Eaton to the late Firman and Elner Geeding.  Neoma graduated from Eaton High School in 1958 and continued her education through Miami-Jacobs College.  She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Eaton; enjoyed traveling...

Robert "Bob" Shuttleworth Jr.

Robert "Bob" Shuttleworth Jr.

Apr 19, 2023

 

Robert “Bob” Shuttleworth Jr, age 73 of Clayton, OH passed away peacefully on April 19, 2023. He was born August 16, 1949 in Dayton, OH  son of the late Robert and Mildred Shuttleworth Sr.  In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his sister, Beverly Bell.  He is survived by his children, Angie (Shannon) Arde, Shannon (Doug)...

Larry A. Spitler

Larry A. Spitler

Apr 17, 2023

Larry A. Spitler, age 84, of West Alexandria, OH was called home after a long courageous battle with cancer on Monday, April 17, 2023.  He was born February 8, 1939 to the late Sherman and Mildred (Eby) Spitler.  Larry is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Beverly Spitler; daughters Dawn (Clayton) Mitchell, Melinda (Cage) Hart and Dawn (Steve)...

Jo Ellen Traylor

Jo Ellen Traylor

Apr 16, 2023

 

Jo Ellen Traylor, age 75 of New Paris, OH passed away peacefully on April 16, 2023 at her residence. She was born August 15, 1947 in Lewisburg, OH daughter of the late Nevin and Irene (Mils) Houdeshell. Jo was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. In addition...

Thomas "Tom" W. Hatch

Thomas "Tom" W. Hatch

Apr 14, 2023

 

Thomas “Tom” Hatch, of Eaton, OH passed away on April 14, 2023. He was a native of Warren and lived in Eaton since 1989. Tom was a devoted brother, uncle, and friend. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed working in sales, and later security, in his career. Tom loved hunting, fishing,...

Phyllis Monroe

Phyllis Monroe

Apr 14, 2023

Our dear mother Phyllis Monroe sadly passed away peacefully on April 14 2023, at the age of 90 surrounded by family. She was born in Gratis, OH to Stanley & Ruby Cooper and moved to Eaton, OH where she was a wonderful mother and raised her children Karen, Terrence “Butch” & Michael.  She was best known for always being there...

Judy A. Dillon

Judy A. Dillon

Apr 12, 2023

 

Judy Ann Dillon, age 84, of Lewisburg, OH passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.  She was born April 8, 1939 in Lewisburg to the late Robert and Josephine Good.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was an avid sports fan and loved her Cincinnati Reds...

Walter E. Kreitzer

Walter E. Kreitzer

Apr 8, 2023

Walter E. Kreitzer, age 85, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at Ft. Hamilton Hospital in Hamilton, OH.  He was born May 9, 1937 in Lewisburg, OH to the late Forest and Ethyl (Rhodes) Kreitzer.  Walter was a lifelong farmer; and retired as Road Supervisor from Twin Township in Preble County.  He served on the...

Donal "Donny" G. Hedge

Donal "Donny" G. Hedge

Apr 5, 2023

 

Donal “Donny” G. Hedge, age 45 of Eaton, OH passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2023. He was born September 8, 1977 in Muncie, IN son of Donal Koons and Anita (Howard) Piper. Donny was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a proud United States Army Veteran. Donny loved to ride his motorcycle, go...

Rodney D. Craft

Rodney D. Craft

Apr 4, 2023

Rodney D. Craft, age 50, of Somerville, OH passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties in Middletown, OH.  He was born December 3, 1972 in Middletown, OH to Roger and Patsy Craft.  Rodney graduated in 1991 from Valley View High School and earned his Associates Degree from Sinclair College.  He worked at Carroll...

Austin L. Klapper

Austin L. Klapper

Apr 1, 2023

Austin L. Klapper, age 40, of Camden, OH, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at his residence.  He was born March 13, 1983 in Oxford, OH.  Austin was preceded in death by his father Richard S. “Rick” Klapper; and paternal grandparents Don and Judith Klapper.  He is survived by a little girl; mother; and numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces,...

Robert E. Baker

Robert E. Baker

Mar 30, 2023

Robert E. Baker, age 87, of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away March 30, 2023 at Miami Valley Hospital of complications from covid.  He was born April 18, 1935 in Montgomery County to Emerson and Ruth (Erbaugh) Baker.  Bob was a graduate of Dixie High School in 1953 and retired from Sears, Roebuck & Co. in Richmond, Indiana.  Bob is survived by...

James "Jim" McKee

James "Jim" McKee

Mar 29, 2023

 

James “Jim” J. McKee, age 72 of Eaton, OH passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at Momentous Health Nursing Home. Jim was born August 15, 1950 in Dayton, OH son of the late Robert L. and Vera E. (Carson) McKee. He was a 1968 graduate of Eaton High School where he participated in the wrestling team where...

Joann E. Campbell Jones

Joann E. Campbell Jones

Mar 28, 2023

Joann Campbell Jones, age 91, of Preble County, OH, passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at home with her loving partner and family by her side. She was born January 24, 1932 on the family “Home Farms” where she lived her entire life. She was the daughter of the late Russell S. and Thelma Irene (Crist) Campbell. As a young adult,...

Jerry Lee Powers II

Jerry Lee Powers II

Mar 27, 2023

Jerry Lee Powers II, age 49, of Gratis, OH passed away on Monday, March 27, 2023.  He was born July 10, 1973 in Hamilton, OH.  Jerry went to school in Fairfield, OH; he worked over 17 years at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital as a Lab Tech II; and was well-loved by his many friends and family.  Jerry was a semi-professional Skateboarder...

Doris J. Unruh

Doris J. Unruh

Mar 23, 2023

Doris J. Unruh, age 100, of Gratis, OH and formerly of Fairview, OK passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023.  She was born August 10, 1922 in Gossel, KS to the late Gerhard and Lydia (Dalke) Franzen.  Doris was a member of the Central Christian Church in Fairview, OK where she sang in the choir and also was a member...