All Obituaries

Kathleen Ann Bowen, age 73 of Dayton passed away unexpectedly, April 30, 2024, at Miami Valley Hospital. She was born June 7, 1950, in Huntington, NY, the daughter of the late George William Sieglitz and Minnie Alice (Forte) Sieglitz. Kathleen was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She retired after 29 dedicated years with the Wright-Patterson AFB Medical Center, housekeeping service. She was a long-time member of the Agape Family Worship Center in...

Kellie L. Hunley, age 57 of Speedwell, Tennessee, formerly of Dayton, passed away April 27, 2024.  She was born October 6, 1966 in Dayton, the daughter of Clayton Hunley and Beverly Collier.  Kellie enjoyed decorating and shopping for purses.  She collected angels and butterflies and displayed them in her home.  Kellie’s home was a favorite to the family to gather, always welcoming and filled with love.  In addition to her father she was preceded in death by a...

Pauline Inez Whitt Johnson age 69 of Troy Ohio passed away April 29, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born July 30, 1954 in Dayton, the daughter of the late Bernard and Marjorie (Adkins) Whitt. Pauline enjoyed reading, traveling and crafts. In addition to parents she was preceded in death by her son, Jerry Wayne Adkins; two sisters, Judy Brigman, Bonnie Whitt; three brothers, Charles Whitt, Garry Whitt and Mitchel Whitt. Pauline is survived by her husband, Kenny, stepson; Josh...

Betty L. Shockey, age 94 of Fairborn passed away April 28, 2024 at Soin Medical Center.  She was born December 30, 1929 in Ravenswood, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Otmer and Mayme (Rector) Salser.  Betty enjoyed gardening, planting flowers and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was the head cashier for Fairborn City Schools for many years.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her son,...

Betty Jean Ratliff, age 82 of Springfield, passed away peacefully, Friday, April 26, 2024. She was born in Mima, Kentucky (Morgan Co.) the daughter of the late Bazzie and Nancy M. (Roseberry) Cantrell. Betty was a devoted wife, mother, mama, sister, and friend to many. She prioritized spending time with her family. In her free time, she excelled at cake decorating—creating unique styles, pastries, and sugary greatness! Betty will be remembered for her plentiful gardens in which her...

USAF Lt. Col. (Ret.) Terry L. Stoddart of Fairborn passed away at the age of 77 on April 25, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born July 2, 1946 in Cortland, New York, the son of the late Rex and Madeline (Murphy) Stoddart. Terry enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during Vietnam and was later commissioned as an officer. Retiring at the rank of Lt. Col. after 20 years of service, he spent several years working in the environmental science sector before retiring completely. A longtime...

Beverly D. “Bev” Gray, age 67 of Fairborn, passed away April 24, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born May 6, 1956 in Xenia, Ohio, the daughter of the late Carl and Irene (Moore) Gray.  Bev was an active member of Pleasant Grove Missionary Church, especially involved with children and teens in bible quizzing, teaching Sunday School, and attending their activities.  She enjoyed reading and attending concerts.  Bev is survived by her two brothers,...

Brenda Sue Meyers, age 70 of Fairborn passed away Monday, April 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 7, 1953, in Urbana, Ohio, the daughter of the late Alfred Leroy and Barbara Ann (Kelley) McCall. Brenda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, colleague, and friend to many. Brenda navigated a long and fulfilling career as an accountant employed with SELECT Industries Corporation in Dayton. In addition, she served as President on the international council executive...

Juanita Faye Bowen, age 91 of Enon / Fairborn, passed away Monday April 22, 2024 at her residence.  She was born April 29, 1932 in DeMossville, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Bright and Cecil (Wolfe) Belew. Juanita was a charter member of New Covenant Baptist Church in Enon.  She was a faithful pastor’s wife and spent many years interpreting for the deaf. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth; a brother, Oakley Belew; and a...

Alice K. Capps, age 70 of Fairborn passed away April 19, 2024.  She was born August 30, 1953 in Xenia, the daughter of the late Roy Lykins and Clemma Fyffe.  Alice enjoyed reading, quilting, cooking and shopping.  In addition to her mother, Alice is preceded in death by her daughter Christie Capps.  She is survived by her son, Kevin Havens; three granddaughters, Kayla, Emilee and Lyndsey Havens; five siblings, Randy (Irene), Jeff, Joey, Mike, and Rick;...