OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Fairborn, Greene County in Ohio.

Joseph W Denny

Joseph W Denny

Feb 4, 2026

Joseph W Denny, aged 83 years old of Fairborn, Ohio, passed away on February 4, 2026, at Soin Medical Center. Born on July 30, 1942, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of the late Leonard Denny and Leala Zimmer.

Throughout his life, Joseph was known for his warmth, generosity, and unwavering love for his family. He leaves behind his cherished his wife...

Wanda J. Shearer

Wanda J. Shearer

Feb 1, 2026

Wanda J. Shearer, a cherished mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Troy, Ohio, at the age of 91. She was born March 12, 1934, in Fayette County, Paint Township, Ohio, the daughter of the late John and Helen (Crawford) Snyder.

Wanda was an active member of her community, proudly belonging to the Red Hat Society...

Kenneth Gene Poston

Kenneth Gene Poston

Feb 1, 2026

Kenneth Gene Poston, aged 91 of Xenia, OH, passed away, Sunday, February 1, 2026. He was born December 19, 1934, in Gainsboro, TN, the son of the late Ernest M. and Susan (Smith) Poston.

Gene devoted many years to his career as a truck driver, mastering the art of the open road. His work ethic was unmatched, embodying a dedication that...

Toby L Brewer

Toby L Brewer

Jan 31, 2026

Toby served in the U.S. Army and followed with employment at Libra Industries. He was an active member of the Moose Lodge 1068 Fairborn, nurturing friendships and camaraderie within the community. He found joy in various hobbies, particularly golfing and fishing. Toby also had a love for traveling and enjoyed taking cruises with his wife, Linda, where he embraced new...

Robert R. Kepperling

Robert R. Kepperling

Jan 28, 2026

Robert R. Kepperling, age 90 of Fairborn passed away January 28, 2026. He was born June 27, 1935 in West Union, Ohio, the son of the late Robert E. And Lucille (Purden) Kepperling. He graduated from Wayne High School in Cherry Fork, Ohio and after graduation he drove trucks for his fathers business. He married Faye McGuire while living in...

Theresa Ann (Howard) Stonerock

Theresa Ann (Howard) Stonerock

Jan 27, 2026

Theresa Ann (Howard) Stonerock, 60 of Clark County, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026. She was born on November 1, 1965, in Dayton, OH, the daughter of the late John H. and Bobbie J. (Day) Howard Jr.

She was well-known for her unwavering commitment to her career, having worked for over 20 years as the executive assistant to the president...

Michael E. Kuna

Michael E. Kuna

Jan 26, 2026

Michael E. Kuna, age 72 of Fairborn passed away unexpectedly on January 26, 2026. He was born April 5, 1953, the son of the late Jack and Amy J. Kuna. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother. James Kuna; sister-in-law, Joanna (Nina) Gatten; and grandson, Quentin Michael Donovan. Mike is survived by the love...

Becky Dorsten

Becky Dorsten

Jan 25, 2026

Becky Dorsten, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026, in Springfield, Ohio, at the age of 86. She was born on March 25, 1939, in Morgan County, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Bazzie and Margaret (Roseberry) Cantrell.

She enjoyed shopping for antiques, going to garage sales and flea markets, and took great pleasure in...

William Lawrence Mattern

William Lawrence Mattern

Jan 18, 2026

William Lawrence “Bill” Mattern, aged 68 of Fairborn, OH, passed away, Sunday, January 18, 2026. He was born November 18, 1957, in Xenia, OH, the son of Thomas Lee “Tom” and Bernice Oga (Ebersteiner) Mattern. Bill was a lifetime resident of Fairborn, OH, and a 1976 graduate of Fairborn High School.

A dedicated worker, Bill spent many years as a meat...

Armenita Frances "Fran" Condon

Armenita Frances "Fran" Condon

Jan 17, 2026

Armenita Frances “Fran” Condon, aged 79, of Fairborn, OH, passed away, Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was born on October 18, 1946, in Maysville, KY, the daughter of the late James E. and Mary Thelma (Lawrence) Reeves.

Fran was a kind-hearted, loving wife, mother and grandmother, who was as gorgeous inside as she was out. Her grace, style, and bright smile...

USAF SMSgt. (Ret.) Martin M. "Marty" Helfrich

USAF SMSgt. (Ret.) Martin M. "Marty" Helfrich

Jan 13, 2026

Our beloved Martin Michael Helfrich passed away January 13, 2026, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, at the age of 77. Marty was a devoted husband, loving father and father-in-law, caring brother, adoring Papa, loyal friend, and proud Air Force Veteran. He was the anchor of our family, travelling the world with his beautiful bride Mary J and building a beautiful...

Dominick Dennis Graziani

Dominick Dennis Graziani

Jan 11, 2026

Dominick Dennis Graziani, aged 77, of Fairborn, OH, passed away, Sunday, January 11, 2026. He was born September 10, 1948, in Eau Claire, WI, the son of the late Hamlet “Guy” Graziani and Norma Grace (Kurth) Yoho.

He led a commendable life as a dedicated veteran who served with honor in both the United States Army and the United States Air...

Anthony W. Alcorn, Sr.

Anthony W. Alcorn, Sr.

Jan 10, 2026

Anthony W. Alcorn, Sr., age 70 of Fairborn passed January 10, 2026. He was born November 19, 1955, in Xenia, the son of the late Wilburn and Shirley (Lowrie) Alcorn. He enjoyed farming, working on cars and watching racing at Kilcare. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary, and siblings Larry Alcorn and...

John R. Overman

John R. Overman

Jan 9, 2026

John R. “Jack” Overman, aged 82 of Fairborn, OH, passed away, unexpectedly, January 9, 2026. He was born on November 7, 1943, in Dayton, OH, the son of the late Edward and Margaret (Baker) Overman.

He lived a fulfilling life marked by service, dedication, and connection with those he cherished.

Jack served honorably in the United States Army, demonstrating his commitment to...

James H. Haynes, Jr.

James H. Haynes, Jr.

Jan 9, 2026

They say legends never die, but all stories come to an end. If you knew Jim, you knew he was both, a legend and an unforgettable story. On January 9, 2026, James Henry Haynes Jr. passed away at the age of 65.

 While the chapters of his life have closed, his story will span generations.Jim was born on December 1, 1960,...

Michael Francis Horigan

Michael Francis Horigan

Jan 9, 2026

Michael Francis Horigan, age 78 of Fairborn, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday January 9, 2026. He was born on December 20, 1947 in New Paris, Ohio, the son of the late Francis and Jeannette (Eales) Horigan.

Mike grew up on a farm in New Paris and after graduating from Jefferson High School was...

Margaret "Peggy" Ann Oakes

Margaret "Peggy" Ann Oakes

Jan 5, 2026

Margaret “Peggy” Ann Oakes (née Gill) passed away on January 5, 2026, with her loving family at her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Walter “David” Oakes; loving mother of Elizabeth (Tom) Dziedzic of Hinsdale, David (Beth Treon) Oakes of Reston, Virginia, and Christopher (Irene) Oakes of Cincinnati, OH; cherished grandmother of Anna Claire Dziedzic, Parker Oakes,...

USAF CMSgt. (Ret.) Charles Randolph Thomas, Sr.

USAF CMSgt. (Ret.) Charles Randolph Thomas, Sr.

Jan 4, 2026

USAF CMSgt. (Ret.) Charles Randolph Thomas, Sr. of Fairborn, Ohio, passed away on January 4, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on July 23, 1936, in Whitman, West Virginia, he dedicated much of his life to serving his country and his community.

Charles proudly served in the U.S. Air Force, where he earned the rank of Chief Master Sergeant, retiring...

Karen Kay Duvall

Karen Kay Duvall

Dec 31, 2025

Karen Kay (Fannin) Duvall, 79, of Fairborn OH, passed away on December 31st, 2025 at 5:35 AM. She was peaceful, at home, and surrounded by her family.

Karen Kay, known to most as Kay and to family as Mamaw, was born on May 3rd, 1946 in Sandyhook, Kentucky to Ottis and Flora Fannin. She moved to Ohio in 1964 where she...

Clara M Davis

Clara M Davis

Dec 30, 2025

Clara M. Davis, aged 86, of Fairborn, OH, passed away on December 30, 2025, at the Hospice of Dayton. She was born on June 16, 1939, in the charming town of Crossville, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Jesse and Amanda Rhoda (Farr) Wyatt.

Clara's professional journey as a loan officer for Wright-Patt Credit Union reflected her commitment to service and...

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