All Obituaries

Martha L. Carsner, age 81, of Medway, passed away surrounded by her loving family Tuesday, September 14, 2021.  She was born June 9, 1940 in West Liberty, Kentucky; the daughter of the late Burkett and Emma (Couch) Quicksall. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Curtis Carsner and son, Douglas Carsner. Martha is survived by sons, Danny (Shelli) Carsner and Greg (Kim Maniaci) Carsner; daughter, Kimberly Carsner; grandchildren, Chris...

Joyce A. Stapleton, age 79 of Fairborn, passed away September 13, 2021.  She was born August 25, 1942 in Magoffin Co., Kentucky,  the daughter of the late Sherman and May (Hartsock) Helton.  Joyce enjoyed quilting and especially loved spending time with her family.   She was a longtime member of Faith Hill Church of God.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Larry; and brother, Bud Helton.  Joyce is survived by her loving...

Alberta June Rakes entered heaven’s glory on Saturday, September 11, 2021, after a short illness.  She was born to the late Eugene Cash Hood and Alberta Riggs Hood on January 14, 1927, in Kenova, WV.  She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rev. Harold Ray Rakes, and precious sisters, Jean Connell and Leona Thompson.  She is survived by her son, Dr. David (Betty) Rakes and three granddaughters:  Lori Rakes McNeill (David), Whitewright, TX; Tina Rakes...

Roy Lee Coleman, age 54 of Fairborn, passed away Friday September 10, 2021 at his residence.  He was born September 23, 1966 in Columbus, Ohio, the son of the late James William and Sarah Katherine (Ryan) Coleman.   Lee was a cook at Bob Evans in Huber Heights for over 20 years; and he was a member of the Fairborn Moose Lodge.   In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Luke Coleman; and a brother-in-law, Orange...

Wanda L. Adkins, age 77 of Fairborn passed away Friday September 10, 2021.  She was born October 31, 1943 in Bath Township, Ohio, the daughter of the late Clyde and Laura (Click) Adkins.  Wanda enjoyed flowers and listening to Elvis.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by seven brothers and a sister.  She is survived by her brother, Ancil Adkins; as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family.  A funeral service will be held on Wednesday...

Nancy Rae Schurr, age 86 of Fairborn, passed away Thursday September 9, 2021 at Wright-Patterson AFB Medical Center.  She was born June 16, 1935 in Warren, PA, the daughter of the late Walter and Dorothy (MacDougall) Murphy.   Nancy was employed in Fairborn at Langs Chevrolet, then Jack Huelsman Auto Mall, retiring after many loyal years of service.   In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her second husband, Harry Schurr; son, Robert W....

Pamela Lynn Post age 63 passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021. She was born September 2, 1958 in Xenia, Ohio the daughter of Ishmael and Lavada Thorpe. Pamela is survived by her children; Matthew Russell Post and Angela Jane Quesenberry. Sisters; Jeannie Camacho, Brenda Butler, and Carol Collier. Pamela is also survived by six grandchildren; Jason, Alyssa, Matthew, Ellison, Liam and Asher. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother; Harold Thorpe. Funeral service will be held...

Larry D. Combs, age 72, of Beavercreek, passed away September 5, 2021. He was born September 24, 1948 in Fort Knox, Kentucky; the son of the late Mazie Christine (Roseberry) Geus. In addition to his mother, Larry is preceded in death by his step-father, William Geus. Larry is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Joyce; children, Jeremy (Emily) Combs and Christopher (Catherine) Combs; grandchildren, Aubrey Elizabeth and Lily Sophia; sister, Sandra Kumbusky (Thomas Mayenschein); brother,...

Marilyn S. Sundermeyer, age 68 of New Carlisle, passed away Saturday September 4, 2021 at the Hospice of Dayton.  She was born September 15, 1952 in Dayton, the daughter of the late John and Betty (Latos) Hilford.  Marilyn was currently employed as a training manager with RGIS and she was a member of the FOE Auxiliary 3491 in New Carlisle.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by an infant son; and a nephew, J.J. Hilford.  She is...

Kenneth D. Riber, age 87 of Fairborn, passed away at home on Saturday September 4, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born November 13, 1933 in Dayton, the son of the late Harley Sr. and Bertha Riber. Kenneth attended Bath High School and then served his country in the US Navy, including two tours of duty in Korea.  He was employed as a cabinet maker for many years, and then he and his wife, Sherry, owned and operated Ward’s Flower Shop and Landscaping in...