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Robin Ault

Robin Gail Ault, 68, of Springfield, passed away on May 27, 2025. Born in Springfield on March 10, 1957, he served 14 years in the United States Air Force and Ohio Air National Guard, with deployments to the Pacific, Southwest Asia, and various stateside bases. He was a member of several veterans' organizations including the V.F.W., American Legion, and AMVETS. Ault is survived by his three children, seven grandchildren, and his sister, with a visitation scheduled for June 6 at Conroy Funeral Home.

Herbert Carnes

Herbert M. "Tim" Carnes, aged 84, passed away on May 31, 2025. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 5, from 5-7pm at Richards, Raff, and Dunbar Memorial Home in Springfield. Funeral services will take place at the same location on Friday, June 6, at 10:00am. The memorial home is located at 838 E. High Street in Springfield.

Jan Easterling

Jan Richard Easterling, born in Middletown, Ohio in 1940, died peacefully at age 85 in Hendersonville, Tennessee on May 29, 2025. His diverse career included working as a Pinkerton detective, co-founding a private investigation firm, serving as Director of Security for Rockwell International's B-1 Bomber facility, and running Gallatin Flying Service as an airport manager until his retirement in 2003. An accomplished private pilot with over 7,000 flight hours, Jan also enjoyed international travel, fishing, games, and homebuilding. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Nancy, and two sisters, and is survived by his son, daughter, and brother.

Helen Fedrick

Helen Fedrick of Dayton has passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Her funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 11:00 am at Maranatha Worship Centre in Dayton, with family receiving visitors at the church from 10:00 am. Facial masks are recommended for attendees, and internment will take place at Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by the Loritts-Neilson Funeral Home, with the full obituary available on their website.

William Highley

William R. "Bill" Highley, 86, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on June 1, 2025. A visitation service will be held on Thursday, June 5, from 11am to 1pm at Huber Heights Church of God. The Morton & Whetstone funeral home in Vandalia, Ohio is handling the arrangements. No additional details about Bill's life or survivors were provided in the announcement.

James Heinlen

James Douglas Heinlen, 82, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on May 25, 2025. Born on September 9, 1942, to W.O. and Amy Heinlen, he was a retired employee of Tool Craft in Dayton and a U.S. Army Signal Corp veteran who served from 1964-1966. He is survived by his brother Kenneth and other family members in Ohio and Kansas. A funeral service will be held on June 4, 2025, at Tobias Funeral Home-Belmont Chapel, followed by interment at Woodland Cemetery.

Sharon Jackson

There is no actual obituary text provided for Sharon Jackson. The message states that an obituary is not currently available for her. Visitors are invited to share their thoughts and memories on a Tribute Wall in her honor. There is also an option for people to send flowers to the family through a floral store. No details about Sharon Jackson's life or death are included in this notice.

Charles James

Charles R. James Sr., a lifelong resident of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on June 2, 2025, at the age of 86. After serving in the US Army, he had a distinguished career with the United States Postal Service, eventually becoming a Manager of Customer Service before later working for GE Financial Services. He was a devoted husband to Sharon for 41 years and is survived by his three children, two grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. Beyond his professional achievements, Charles was passionate about music, fishing, traveling with the Tradewinds Travel Club, and was an avid sports fan of Cincinnati teams and Ohio State.

Frances Franchina

Frances Marie Franchina (née Longo), 86, of Kettering, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Family will receive visitors on Thursday, June 5 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at Routsong Funeral Home in Dayton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held the following day, Friday, June 6, at 11:00am at Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Complete remembrances and condolences can be shared on the funeral home's website at www.routsong.com.

Ann F. Klaus White (née Simons)

Ann F. Klaus White (née Simons), born in Lima, Ohio on November 7, 1938, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. A devoted mother of five, she worked as a realtor for 43 years with a reputation for integrity and putting people first. Ann was known for her storytelling abilities, social nature, and strong faith which guided her through life's challenges. She is survived by her stepmother, five children, 14 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and half-siblings, with services to be held at Routsong Funeral Home and St. Rose Catholic Church.

Thomas Fortener

Thomas Fortener, aged 76, passed away on May 25, 2025, in Dayton. Born in Columbus, Ohio in 1948, he had careers as a musician and realtor, and was known for his social nature and love of pets, people, and parties. He is survived by his two children, three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and numerous extended family and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on June 3, 2025, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, followed by burial at Calvary Cemetery.

Jeanette M. Niemi

Jeanette M. Niemi, 89, of Enon, Ohio, formerly from Ishpeming, Michigan, passed away on June 2, 2025. She worked as an LPN for 35 years before retirement, after which she enjoyed traveling with her late husband Eero, spending time with her grandchildren, reading, watching crime TV, and shopping. Jeanette is survived by her daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, a great-great grandson, and her dog Nikko. A visitation and service will be held on June 6, 2025, at Newcomer Funeral Home in Beavercreek, Ohio.

Kenneth Ray Hays

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Barbara Lynn Cornett

Barbara Lynn Cornett, 75, of Huber Heights, passed away on June 1, 2025, leaving behind her husband of 56 years, Orell, as well as her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was born in Kentucky in 1949 and was predeceased by her parents and several siblings, though she is survived by two sisters. Barbara was a devoted housewife and mother who enjoyed cooking, watching movies, and especially spending time with her family and her dog, Leo. Funeral services will be held on June 9-10, 2025, at Newcomer Funeral Home with burial at Dayton National Cemetery.

Jennifer N. Ross

Jennifer N. Ross, known as Nikki, lived from December 30, 1988, to June 2, 2025, leaving behind her cherished daughter Lilliana Boyer, who was the center of her world. A 2008 graduate of West Carrollton High School, Nikki was known for her infectious joy, nurturing personality, and diverse interests including music, tattoos, and social media. She is survived by her daughter, mother, siblings, and numerous family members and friends who were touched by her kindness. Services will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home in Kettering, Ohio, with visitation and funeral service scheduled for June 8, 2025.

Joshua Steven Taylor

Joshua Steven Taylor, 45, of Dayton, passed away on May 30, 2025. Born in Kettering, Ohio, in 1979, he was a Journeyman Carpenter who started his own business, Honorable Construction. A devout Christian with a youthful spirit, Josh enjoyed fishing, outdoor activities, and working on projects in his spare time. He is survived by his wife Jennifer, daughter Kaylee, granddaughters Lucy and Macie, his parents, siblings, and many extended family members. His memorial service will be held on June 8, 2025, at Newcomer Funeral Home in Beavercreek, Ohio.

Jack Lee Miller

There is no complete obituary available for Jack Lee Miller at this time. Visitors are invited to share their thoughts and memories on the Tribute Wall. The brief notice mentions that flowers can be sent to the family through their floral store. No additional details about Jack's life, age, date of passing, or surviving family members are provided in this placeholder announcement.

Vennetta Sue Veronee

Vennetta Sue "Vena" Veronee, 60, of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed away on May 18, 2025. Born in Dayton, Ohio in 1964, she worked in various transportation fields and enjoyed photography, crafting, cats, roses, and seashells. She is survived by her mother Mary Lou Jenkins, sister Jean Waters, two aunts, and several cousins, while being preceded in death by her father James Edward Veronee. A graveside service will be held on June 6, 2025, at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens in New Carlisle.

George Ivey

George Ivey, 83, passed away on May 31, 2025, after a life dedicated to hard work and family. Born in Kentucky, he moved to Dayton, Ohio with his wife Nancy in 1962, where he worked various jobs before retiring from Fishel Construction Company after more than 25 years. Beyond raising their four children, George and Nancy also took in three of their grandchildren, raising them as their own. George was known for his love of walking, hunting, repairing lawn mowers, and working at the Flea Market on weekends, and he leaves behind a large family including siblings, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Edward Glenn Smith

Ed G. "Snuffy" Smith, 82, of Huber Heights, passed away on June 2, 2025, surrounded by family. A Vietnam veteran who served two tours in the Air Force, Ed later retired from Chrysler after 30 years. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judith, his daughters, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In his leisure time, Ed enjoyed outdoor activities like fishing and hunting, as well as maintaining his yard and spending time with family. Services will be held on June 18, 2025, at Newcomer Funeral Home in Beavercreek.

Edna Parks

Edna Parks (née Williford) of Tipp City, Ohio, passed away on June 2, 2025. A visitation will be held on June 5 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Morton & Whetstone funeral home in Vandalia, Ohio. No additional details about her life, age, or cause of death were provided in the brief announcement. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during the scheduled visitation period.

Marcia L. Stidham

Marcia Lou Stidham, 80, passed away unexpectedly on June 1, 2025, after retiring from a long career at Kroger. Born in Dayton, Ohio in 1945, she was deeply devoted to her family and especially cherished her role as "Mamaw" to her three grandchildren, considering family her greatest accomplishment. Marcia is survived by her daughter Shanda, grandchildren, and extended family, having been preceded in death by her parents, husband Elmer, son Eric, and several siblings. Her legacy of love and kindness will be remembered during a graveside service on June 5, 2025, at Woodland Cemetery.

Rita Delores Thomas

Rita Delores Thomas, born on February 18, 1964, in Athens, Georgia, passed away on May 31, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her step-mother, a granddaughter, and a niece. Rita is survived by her parents, five children, six siblings, her companion John Black, ten grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and many other relatives and friends. A private viewing will be held for family members, with arrangements handled by Newcomer Funeral Home in Dayton.

Frank Palazzo

Frank L. Palazzo of Kettering passed away at age 98 on Saturday, May 31, 2025. He is survived by his children Fred, Jerry, and Sally, seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren, but was preceded in death by his wife Mary Lou and sister Rose. A funeral service will be held at Parkview Church of the Nazarene in Dayton on Thursday, June 5 at 12 pm, with visitation beginning at 11:30 am. Instead of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to a charity of choice.