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Jeffrey Erwin

Jeffery S. "Jeff" Erwin, 72, of Germantown, Ohio, died unexpectedly on May 9, 2025. Born in Huntington, West Virginia in 1952, he worked for Securitas of Dayton and was a Charter Member of the Traditions Motorcycle Club. Jeff is survived by his wife of 31 years, Marilyn, three children, seven grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, his brother, sister, and nephew. A graveside service will be scheduled at Dayton National Cemetery, with arrangements handled by Dalton Funeral Home.

Carl Randy Abshire

Carl Randy Abshire, a distinguished sheet metal worker who owned Phoenix Metal Works, passed away on May 7, 2025, at the age of 82. He was a devoted husband to Michele and loving father to four children, taking great pride in his six grandchildren. Beyond his successful business, which he passed on to his son Chris, Carl enjoyed golfing, motorcycles, cars, and was an active Shriner. His generous spirit and kind nature touched many lives, leaving behind a cherished legacy in both his family and professional endeavors.

Barbara Lewis

Barbara A. Lewis, 90, of Germantown, Ohio, passed away on May 10, 2025, at Astoria Health & Rehab surrounded by family. Born in Paris, Kentucky, in 1934 to Pauline and James Pridemore, Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 60 years, Ronald. She is survived by her six children, 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, her sister Wanda, and several nieces and nephews. A visitation and funeral service will be held on May 17, 2025, at Dalton Funeral Home, followed by burial at Germantown Union Cemetery.

Lovilla Coyle

Lovilla Coyle, 82, of Huber Heights, Ohio, passed away on May 9, 2025, after being born in Kentucky in 1943. She was preceded in death by her husband Sherrill, daughter Pamela, eight siblings, and many extended family members. Lovilla is survived by her daughters Melissa and Heather, brother Granville, three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and numerous other relatives and friends. Known for her strong Christian faith and resilience as a breast cancer survivor, Lovilla was a devoted family woman who lived her life with love and kindness.

Judith C. "Judi" Banks

Judith C. "Judi" Banks, aged 76, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital surrounded by family. She was a retired employee of R.L. Drake with 30 years of service and also worked at A & G Pizza for 25 years. An active member of the First Baptist Church of Germantown, Judi enjoyed hosting family gatherings, cooking, quilting, and spending time with her church family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Bill Banks, her three children, sister, seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and numerous other family members and friends. Funeral services will be held on May 17, 2025, at the First Baptist Church of Germantown.

Alice Rizzo

Alice La'Vern Rizzo, 85, of Englewood, Ohio, passed away on May 1, 2025, after being married to Samuel Rizzo for nearly 66 years. She was a loving mother to the late Sammy Rizzo and Tamara Rizzo-Sterner, and a devoted grandmother to Tyler and Morgan Sterner. Alice was an active member of Precious Blood Parish, serving as an usher, volunteer, and member of St. Vincent de Paul. Known for her warmth, generosity, and positive spirit, Alice cherished family above all else and found joy in simple pleasures like gardening and flowers.

James S. Deaton

James S. Deaton of Middletown, Ohio, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the age of 51. A complete obituary with additional details about his life and services will be published in the near future. Those wishing to honor his memory may send flowers to the family or plant a tree through the funeral home's floral store. No further information about survivors or funeral arrangements is available at this time.

Wesley Mills

Wesley Mills, a 70-year-old Kettering resident, passed away on May 10, 2025. Born in Dayton, Ohio in 1955, he worked as a manager at UDF for 35 years after graduating from Stebbins High School. Known for his kind heart, generous smile, and love for the BIG Bucks, Wesley is survived by his aunts, several cousins, close friends, and his dog Bentley. Funeral services will be held on May 17, 2025, at Newcomer Funeral Home in Beavercreek, followed by burial at Valley View Memorial Gardens.

John Esterline

John Steven Esterline, 62, of Dayton, passed away on May 10, 2025, at Kettering Health Miamisburg. Born in Dayton on June 13, 1962, to the late James and Ruth Esterline, John was preceded in death by his sister Janice and is survived by six siblings and numerous extended family members. A graduate of Brookville High School and MVCTC, John enjoyed cars and family gatherings. In lieu of a public funeral, the family encourages individual private memorials to honor his memory, with burial to take place at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Brookville.

Barbara Jean Wieland

Barbara Jean Wieland, 88, of Dayton, passed away on May 8, 2025, at Hospice of Dayton. A Virginia native, she worked in real estate and property management, owned El Grande Restaurant, and continued working until age 82. Barbara was known as the "hip" Grandma who adored her family, particularly her grandchildren, even serving as "Flower Grandma" in her granddaughter's wedding. She is survived by her daughter, grandchildren, sister, and extended family, having been preceded in death by her two sons and three siblings.

Nova Eileen Fyffe

Nova Eileen Fyffe was born and passed away on May 8, 2025, in Greenville, Ohio, making a brief but profound impact on her family. She was the daughter of David and Katherine McKeehen Fyffe and sister to seven siblings, including her twin brother Jaxon. Nova is survived by her parents, siblings, grandparents Marguerite Allen and John Fyffe, several aunts, uncles, and cousins, while being preceded in death by two grandparents and an uncle. Though no services will be held, her family extends gratitude to Lighthouse Baptist Church for their support during this difficult time.