Obituaries

Jan 15, 2024

Joseph R. Roper

Joseph Richard Roper, age 98, formerly of Vandalia, passed away at SpringMeade Health Care Center, Tipp City, on Monday, January 15, 2024. Joe was born March 31, 1925 to the late Joseph Austin and Goldie Beatrice (Sease) Raper. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Doris...

Jan 14, 2024

Kandis Darlene Eshelman passed away on January 14, 2024 at the age of 43.

Kandis is survived by her husband, Chad.  They share two amazing children, Holden and Kaelyn; she is preceded in Heaven by her son, Connor.  She is also survived by her parents John Fouts and Karen Dillon, siblings Kevin Fouts...

Jan 14, 2024

Ruby Couch (Lewis) went home to be with the Lord on January 14, 2024. She was 94 years young.

Ruby was a devoted Christian, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Her kindness was unmatched, and she had a heart of love from the Lord. She always made you feel like a part...

Jan 14, 2024

MYERS, Richard Edmund, age 88, of Tipp City, Ohio, formerly of Hanover, Pennsylvania, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Vancrest of New Carlisle. He was born to David and Goldie Myers, in Washington D.C., on February 7, 1935.  Richard was a U.S. Army veteran and a retired employee of Stambaugh Auto. He was a member of the West...

Jan 13, 2024

WISEMAN, Sherry L., 84, of Clarksburg, West Virginia, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2024 in Troy, Ohio. She was born to Paul & Nellie Reider on April  25,  1939 in Clarksburg, WV. Sherry was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and life member of V.F.W. Post #3283 Ladies Auxiliary in Huber Heights, OH. She...

Jan 10, 2024

In loving memory of David Trimbach, born June 2, 1931 and peacefully passed away on January 10, 2024.  He is survived by his devoted spouse, Karen, of 59 years, cherished children, Joe (Leslie), Andy (Jamie), and Amy (Ben), along with his adored grandchildren, Kara, Adam, and Jude.  He was a Korean War veteran and had a dedicated career spanning...

Jan 8, 2024

John George Jackowski 95, of Dayton, Ohio passed away on January 8, 2024. John was the first son born to Conrad and Helen Jackowski. He is preceded in death by his parents Conrad and Helen Jackowski; his wife Faye Jackowski (2005) his siblings: Eugene Jackowski, Edith (Joan) Jackowski Wallace, Don Jackowski, and Raymond Jackowski. He is survived...

Jan 7, 2024

Floyd Hensley, Jr.

Age 75, of Kettering, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, January 7, 2024, at The Hospice of Dayton. Floyd was born March 20, 1948 in Dayton to the late Floyd (Sr.) & Mary Madelyn (Suman) Hensley.

Floyd was a member of the Vandalia United Methodist Church. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from...

Jan 5, 2024

Oma P. Glanzer

Age 91, of Vandalia, passed away Friday, January 5, 2024 at the Miami County Hospice Unit. Oma was born April 19, 1932 in Dayton, Ohio to the late James R. & Edna Clara (Danks) Porter.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 60...

Dec 31, 2023

Marvin J. Strutton, 70, of Englewood, passed away Sunday December 31, 2023 at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on January 31, 1953, the son of Anna Strutton. Marvin is preceded in death by his mother, Anna Outcalt; brothers, John, Williard & Raymond Strutton; sister-in-law, Karen Caldwell.

Survived by...

Dec 29, 2023

Thea Therese (Pfeiffer) Chiles

Age 94, of Vandalia, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, December 29, 2023. Thea was born November 9, 1929, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to the late Casper and Laura (Klein) Pfeiffer. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, Robert B....

Dec 28, 2023

Doyle J. “D.J.” Thomas

Age 77, of Vandalia, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Hospice of Dayton.  D.J. was born December 29, 1945 in Dayton, Ohio, son of the late Clarence and Dortha (Miller) Thomas.  He was a retired employee of the Ironworkers Local #290 after 33 years of dedicated service.   D.J. had a passion...

Dec 26, 2023

Wendeln, Kathleen L age 94 formerly of Vandalia, passed away Tuesday December 26, 2023 in Peoria, AZ.  She was born June 21, 1929 in Chicago, IL, daughter of the late Raymond and Corinne (Turney) Studer.  She was a member of St Christopher Catholic Church in Vandalia.  Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband Melvin in 2009.  She is...

Dec 25, 2023

THOMAS, Beverly J., age 80 of Troy, OH, passed away December 25, 2023.  She was born May 2, 1943, in Russia, OH, daughter of the late Wilfred & Irene (Schafer) Monnin.   Beverly was a faithful servant of the Lord and member of St. Christopher Catholic Church.

Beverly had a warmth about her that made everyone feel welcomed...

Dec 25, 2023

Phillip W. Sisk

Age 86, of Vandalia, passed away Monday, December 25, 2023, at The Ridge at Beavercreek. Phil was born February 17, 1937 in Rochester, New York and he was raised in Onondaga, New York by his grandparents, James & Ellen (Shea) Ladd.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54...

Dec 23, 2023

Marilyn J. Morton

Age 82 of Piqua, passed from this life at 12:15 A.M. on Saturday, December 23, 2023. She was born July 1, 1941 to the late Samuel T. and Helen (Weymer) Stephenson. She married Anderson E. Morton on July 1, 1981. He preceded her in death along with two sisters; Pamela Stephenson and Elaine (Lewis)...

Dec 23, 2023

Virginia Bowling

Age 90, of Vandalia, passed away Saturday Dec. 23, 2023 at Hearth & Home at Vandalia. She was born to Charlie & Ida Brewer on Jan. 17, 1933 in Jeff, Kentucky. Virginia was a member of the Cassel Hills Church of Christ, formerly the Vandalia Church of Christ, for over 50 years. She was a...

Dec 19, 2023

McDONALD, Karen A., 63, of Vandalia, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023 at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton. She was born to Kenneth Walker & Nancy Sharrit on Oct. 3, 1960 in Dayton, Ohio. Karen was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Young; step-mom, Beverly Walker; grandparents, Bill & Irma Sharrit. Survived by her father, Kenneth Walker;...

Dec 18, 2023

Dale Lee Helmlinger

Age 89, of Vandalia, passed away Monday, December 18, 2023, at The Hospice of Dayton. Dale was born June 29, 1934 in Anna, Ohio to the late Harley R. & Agnes A. (Fogt) Helmlinger. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Naomi J. (Herring)...

Dec 17, 2023

Sue Ann Lovely, 81, of Vandalia, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2023. She was born to Ila Lovely on May 14, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio. Sue was preceded in death by her mother, Ila and 3 siblings. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Stone, granddaughter, Dana Stone, and great grandson, Devon Brown. 1 Corinthians 13: 4-13,...