Obituaries

Donald E. "Arnie" Stayrook

Donald E. "Arnie" Stayrook

Mar 25, 2024

Donald E. “Arnie” Stayrook, age 70, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024.  He was born in Dayton, OH on July 13, 1953 to Raymond and Mildred (Smith) Stayrook.  Arnie was a graduate of Twin Valley South High School and served as a Seabee in the U.S. Navy.  He retired from the U.S. Postal Service.  He...

Billy E. Kastens

Billy E. Kastens

Mar 25, 2024

Billy E. Kastens, age 89, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024 at his residence in West Alexandria, OH. He was born in Washington County, VA in 1934.

In his 34-year career at General Motors, Billy dedicated himself to his work with passion and commitment. Beyond his professional life, he found joy in various hobbies...

David E. Heindl

David E. Heindl

Mar 23, 2024

David E. Heindl, age 74, of West Alexandria, Ohio passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at his residence.  He was born May 16, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Arthur J. Heindl, Jr. and Lucille A. (Wysong) Heindl.  David was a 1967 graduate of Twin Valley South High School, following which he attended Wright State University.  He had...

Dana J. Smith

Dana J. Smith

Mar 22, 2024

Dana J. Smith, age 65, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024. Born in Dayton, OH to her loving parents Donald and Blanch Smith, Dana's presence in this world brought light and joy to all those around her.  Throughout her lifetime, Dana wore many hats.  She had a passion for animals and trained horses with skill and...

Glen Byrd, Jr.

Glen Byrd, Jr.

Mar 22, 2024

Glen Byrd, Jr., age 66, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024 at the Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH.  He was born June 30, 1957 in Buck Creek, KY to the late Glen, Sr. and Mabel Byrd.  He was a 1975 graduate of Twin Valley High School, joined the U.S. Army in 1981 and served...

Jo Ann Boggs

Jo Ann Boggs

Mar 21, 2024

Jo Ann Boggs, age 76 of Eaton, Ohio passed away peacefully with her family at her side at her residence on March 21, 2024. She was born July 29, 1947 in Ashland, Kentucky daughter of the late Franklin and Beatrice Boggs. Jo Ann was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She enjoyed spending time with her family...

Shirley Ann Holsapple

Shirley Ann Holsapple

Mar 18, 2024

Shirley Ann Holsapple, age 87, of Eaton, OH passed away Monday, March 18, 2024 at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, OH.  She was born October 13, 1936 in Castine, OH to the late Chalmer and Hazel Hawkey.  She was a 1955 graduate of New Madison High School; worked at NCR for 13 years and later retired from General Motors.  She enjoyed...

Lee Ann Proffitt

Lee Ann Proffitt

Mar 14, 2024

Lee Ann Proffitt, age 67, of New Lebanon, OH passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH.  Lee Ann was a devout christian.  She was born November 8, 1956 in Dayton, OH.  She is survived by her parents Paul E. and Jerry L. (Humphrey) Proffitt, Sr.; daughters Valerie Puckett and husband Rusty of Eaton...

Charles T. "Chuck" Rhodus

Charles T. "Chuck" Rhodus

Mar 14, 2024

Charles T. “Chuck” Rhodus, age 67, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at his residence.  He was born June 9, 1956 in Greenville, OH to the late Donald and Marcia Rhodus.  He was a 1974 graduate of Twin Valley High School and was an over the road truck driver for many years.  He enjoyed working on...

Michael "Mike" K. Vance

Michael "Mike" K. Vance

Mar 6, 2024

Michael “Mike” K. Vance, age 68 of Gratis, Ohio went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2024. He passed away peacefully with his family and friends by his side at Ft. Hamilton Hospital. He was born March 26, 1955 in Dayton, Ohio son of Albert and Helen (Steele) Vance. 

Mike was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and...

Sherry E. Bell

Sherry E. Bell

Mar 4, 2024

Sherry E. Bell, age 88, of Eaton, OH passed away Monday, March 4, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton after a short illness.  She was born September 22, 1935 in Preble County to the late Elmer and Effa (McDivitt) Grimme.  Sherry was a 1953 graduate of Dixon High School, Israel Township.  She attended the Eaton Community Church and was a member...

Paul L. Erslan

Paul L. Erslan

Mar 2, 2024

Paul Louis Erslan, age 81, of Avon Lake, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2024 at the Ganzhorn Suites Specialized Memory Care Center in Avon, Ohio. He was born November 17, 1942 in Akron, Ohio. He was a 1960 graduate of Akron East High School, going on to earn both his Bachelor and Master's Degrees from Union College in...

Phyllis Jean DeHart

Phyllis Jean DeHart

Mar 2, 2024

Phyllis Jean DeHart, age 95, of Eaton, Ohio passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024.  She was born on April 24, 1928 in Eaton to the late Alva and Blanche Horine.  Jean graduated from Eaton High School in 1946, where she was active in GAA and many sports.  Jean retired from Westvaco in 1977. She was also active in Eastern...

Troy Scott Maxel

Troy Scott Maxel

Mar 1, 2024

Troy Scott Maxel, age 56, of Eaton, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, March 1, 2024 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton.  He was born July 10, 1967 in Dayton, OH.  Troy was a 1985 graduate of National Trail High School; ministered to our local community through Dale’s Teen Cafe and Food 4 Families both in...

Eudora Mae Dolph

Eudora Mae Dolph

Feb 27, 2024

Eudora Mae Dolph, age 98 of West Alexandria, OH passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. She was born August 6, 1925 in Portsmouth, OH daughter of the late David and Minnie (Winters) Conley. 

Eudora was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She enjoyed retirement and loved...

Spencer R. Angel, Jr.

Spencer R. Angel, Jr.

Feb 27, 2024

Spencer R. Angel, Jr., age 65, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at his residence with his loving family by his side.  He was born on April 3, 1958 in Hamilton, OH.  He was a 1976 graduate of Preble Shawnee High School; he retired as a mason for Miter Masonry for 35 years and later...

William "Dean" Wigger

William "Dean" Wigger

Feb 26, 2024

William “Dean” Wigger, age 69, of Eldorado passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.  He was born April 21, 1954 in Richmond, IN to the late Donald E. and Mary Helen Wigger.  Dean was a 1972 graduate of National Trail High School.  He retired as a Quality Supervisor in 2009 from Parker-Hannifin Corporation.  He...

Reginald A. "Butch" Stringer, Jr.

Reginald A. "Butch" Stringer, Jr.

Feb 23, 2024

Reginald A. “Butch” Stringer, Jr., age 76, of Arcanum, OH passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024 at Reid Health in Richmond, IN.  He was born February 25, 1947 in Dayton, OH to the late Reginald Alvin and Dorothy Irene Stringer, Sr.  Butch was an avid outdoorsman that enjoyed hunting, archery and fishing that included competing in bass tournaments, archery...

Penny L. Ulrich

Penny L. Ulrich

Feb 23, 2024

Penny L. Ulrich, age 81, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center.  She was born January 26, 1943 in Dayton, OH to the late Robert and Weltha Norris.  She was a member of the Rainbow Assembly of Eaton, OH; was a 1961 graduate of Eaton High School where she was...

Robert E. Davis

Robert E. Davis

Feb 19, 2024

Robert E. Davis, age 75, of Eaton, OH passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024 at the Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH.  He was born April 9, 1948 in Richmond, IN to the late Robert M. and Dorothy M. (Moore) Davis.  He was a 1966 graduate of Eaton High School; was a U.S. Air Force Veteran that served during...

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