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Albert Gantner

Albert Eugene Gantner, born in 1934 in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on April 12, 2025, after a life marked by his dedicated career at Wonderbread and his outgoing personality. A graduate of Chaminade Julienne High School where he was active in sports, Albert maintained his love for athletics, particularly golf, throughout his life. He shared a 68-year marriage with his wife Margaret June Gantner, who preceded him in death, and is survived by three children, several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family. A visitation and funeral service will be held on April 18, 2025, at Newcomer Funeral Home in Kettering, Ohio, with burial at Woodland Cemetery in Dayton.

Clayton J. Adams

Clayton Joseph Adams, known as "Clay," passed away at age 62 on April 11, 2025. A dedicated family man from Dayton, Ohio, Clay was known for his willingness to help others and share his knowledge and skills. He cherished camping with his children and took great pride in being "Papaw" to his eight grandchildren. Clay is survived by his wife of 28 years, Vickie, his parents, four sisters, and numerous family members and friends, and enjoyed fishing, cooking out, and being a Dallas Cowboys fan in his leisure time.

Ray Brashear

Ray Thomas Brashear, born December 31, 1936, in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, at age 88. After serving in the Air Force, he worked as a Health Physics Supervisor at the Mound and later at the Fernald Site before retiring in the 1990s to focus on golf and family. He is survived by his daughter, six grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren, while being preceded in death by two children, a granddaughter, and four siblings. Ray was known for his love of family, golf, cards, storytelling, and his willingness to help others, with a celebration of his life planned for April 19, 2025, at Red Brick Social Room in Waynesville, Ohio.

Marjorie A. Brookhart

Marjorie A. "Marj" Brookhart of Springboro, Ohio, passed away on April 5, 2025, at Hospice of Dayton at the age of 76. She had a successful career in banking, serving as Vice President of Mutual Federal Savings Bank and retiring from Hammerman, Graf, Hughes & Company, while also working as Secretary-Treasurer of Specialeyes for 25 years. Marj is survived by her husband of 44 years, Douglas Brookhart, along with three sons, seven grandchildren, two great-grandsons (with another on the way), three brothers, and two sisters. A Memorial Gathering and Celebration of Life will be held on June 7, 2025, at the Germantown Church of the Nazarene, where she was a member.

Delores Del Mae Galli

Delores Del Mae Galli, 96, of Miami Township, Ohio, passed away on April 14, 2025, after a life of 60 years of marriage to the late Joseph Galli Sr. She worked at McCall Corporation as a pattern department group leader and later at Hickory Farms, while also restoring historic homes with her husband, documenting their history in a scrapbook now preserved in downtown Dayton's archives. She is survived by her two children, four grandchildren, and several other relatives and friends. A nature lover who enjoyed feeding birds and gardening, Delores requested donations be made to the Humane Society of Greater Dayton in her memory.

Mari Louise "Kit" Hubbard

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Patricia Greene

Patricia "Patsy" Ellen Greene, 89, passed away on April 11, 2025, at Woodland Country Manor in Somerville, Ohio. Born in Oil Springs, Kentucky in 1935, she was married to Wendell Greene for nearly 59 years until his death in 2013. Patsy, known affectionately as "Granny" in her community, is survived by her three children, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. She was a member of Brookville Road Baptist Church and particularly enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren participate in sports.

Anna J. Cummings

Anna J. Cummings, born on August 23, 1931, in Boston, passed away on April 13, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio after a brief illness. She was known for her warm personality, love of reading, and as co-owner of South Dayton Vending with her late husband Tom. Anna was a founding member of St. Henry's Church and is survived by her niece Rosanna Breneiser and husband Ray, nephews James and John Rico, and niece Karen Rico. A visitation and Mass will be held on April 25, 2025, at Our Lady of Good Hope Church in Miamisburg, Ohio.

Russell E. Rawlings

Russell "Rusty" E. Rawlings, 87, of Fairfield, passed away on April 10, 2025, leaving behind his wife of 64 years, four children, nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. A gifted athlete, Rusty played baseball in high school and college before briefly playing professionally and then serving in the US Air Force where he excelled in both baseball and fast-pitch softball. After military service, he worked at General Motors for over 30 years while continuing his sports activities, including golf where he achieved two hole-in-ones and volunteered at Twin Run Golf Course for more than 25 years. Rusty was known for his easy-going attitude, sense of humor, unwavering faith, patriotism, and dedicated support of his family, especially his grandchildren whose successes were his proudest moments.

Shirley S. Mullins

Shirley "Mimi" Sue Mullins, 86, passed away on April 12, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born in 1938 in North Carolina, she worked as a school cafeteria worker, cake decorator, and later as a custodian at Sycamore Hospital. Shirley was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who took pride in spoiling her grandchildren and creating memorable cakes for them. She is survived by her four children, seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and numerous other family members, and was preceded in death by her husband Earl Mullins Sr. and many siblings.

Abigail Rose

Abigail Jo "Abbey" Rose, 32, of Middletown, died on Sunday, April 6, 2025. She is survived by her husband Kenny Lunsford, three sons (Elijah, Colton, and Christopher), her father Brian "Will" Rose and his wife Tricia, several siblings, and her grandparents. Private family services will be held at an undisclosed time. Breitenbach Anderson Funeral Home is handling the funeral arrangements.

Mildred Sarah "Millie" Westbeld

Mildred Sarah "Millie" Westbeld, age 93, formerly of Kettering, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 16, at 11:00am at Church of the Ascension in Kettering, with a visitation beginning at 10:00am. Following the service, she will be buried at Calvary Cemetery in Dayton. Those wishing to express condolences or find additional information may visit www.routsong.com.

Kathy Shearer

Kathy Jo Shearer (Brashear), born July 13, 1965, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025, at age 59. Before the pandemic, she worked as a general manager for Ovations at the Dayton Convention Center, where she dedicated herself to helping others. Kathy is survived by her mother, three children, three grandchildren, and other family members, while being preceded in death by her brother, a daughter, and followed in death by her father. Known for her love of fishing, bowling, and family time, especially at Emerald Isle, North Carolina and "The Farm," Kathy's celebration of life will be held on April 19, 2025, at the Red Brick Social Room in Waynesville.

Helen Simmerman

Helen E. Simmerman, 97, of Beavercreek, passed away on April 11, 2025, at Hospice of Dayton after a brief illness. She is survived by her daughter Debra, son Steven, daughter-in-law Patricia, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren, while being preceded in death by her parents, seven siblings, husband Harold, and son Harold III. Helen had a lengthy career working for NCR, Wonder Bread Bakery, the City of Dayton for 26 years, and later the Miami Valley Hospital Foundation and Kettering Foundation. Despite her dedication to work, she cherished time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and was known for her baking skills, particularly her chocolate cream pie and chocolate fudge cake.

Kalesha Renee Scott

Kalesha Renee Scott, born October 13, 1997, passed away unexpectedly on April 10, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio. As a retention coordinator in higher education with degrees from Central State University and Wright State University, she dedicated her career to advocating for student success. Kalesha was known for her vibrant personality, infectious smile, and deep faith as a member of Abundant Life Christ Centered Ministries. She is survived by her two sons, Henry and Hunter Warren, her fiancé, mother, numerous siblings, grandparents, and extended family, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to positive change in her community.

Nettie Spidell

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Phyllis McCullough

Phyllis Patricia McCullough, 94, of Stone Mountain, GA, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 am on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Greater Allen AME Church in Dayton, OH, with visitation beginning at 10 am when the family will receive friends. She will be interred at Dayton National Cemetery. House of Wheat Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Betty Thacker

Betty L. Thacker, 96, of Springfield, passed away on April 12, 2025, at Forest Glen Health Campus. Born on March 14, 1929, she was a payroll clerk at Robbins and Myers Company for 26 years until her retirement in 1992. Betty was married to Donald Thacker for 65 years until his death in 2015, and together they had two children, Donald Jr. and Cindy. She was an active member of the Northridge Lioness Club and Northridge United Methodist Church for over 60 years. Betty is survived by her children, four grandsons, and eight great-grandchildren, with services to be held at Littleton & Rue Funeral Home on April 18th.

Mary White

Mary E. White, 79, of Springfield, passed away on April 11, 2025, at Springfield Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. She was married to Steven J. White for over 44 years and was known for her deep faith, quick wit, and gift-giving nature, especially during Christmas. Mary found her greatest joy in spending time with her family, never missing a birthday and making everyone feel special. She is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, siblings, and many extended family members, while a funeral service will be held on April 17, 2025, at Ingram & Snyder Funeral Home.

Frances Burchfield

Frances Dorene Burchfield, 76, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, at her home in Dayton, Ohio. Born in Fort Worth, Texas in 1948, she shared 46 years of marriage with her husband Otis before his passing in 2007. Frances is survived by her sister Beritta, three children, 18 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren. She was known for her love of her pets and flower gardens, particularly roses and peonies. Services will be held on April 21, 2025, at H.H. Roberts Funeral Home, followed by burial at Dayton National Cemetery where she will be reunited with her husband.

Vicki Carver

Vicki Lee Carver, 71, passed away on March 11, 2025, at Kettering Medical Center in Ohio. Born in Middletown on October 27, 1953, she attended Miami University and worked for Butler County Human Services before becoming a homemaker who enjoyed gardening, genealogy research, and pet care. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Kent; her son, Joseph; two sisters; and in-laws. A celebration of Vicki's life will be held on April 13, 2025, with memorial contributions directed to PAWS or the American Heart Association.