OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Fairborn, Greene County in Ohio.

James J. Trame

James J. Trame

Oct 5, 2019

James J. Trame was born February 3, 1939 in Dayton, Ohio.  He passed away at Temple Hospital in Philadelphia, PA., Saturday, October 5, 2019, at the age of 80 after a valiant struggle to achieve a lung transplant.  Unfortunately, a donor lung didn’t come soon enough.  I have lost the love of my life and my hero. ...

Harold R. Cornett

Harold R. Cornett

Oct 4, 2019

Harold R. Cornett, age 79 of Beavercreek, passed away Friday October 4, 2019 surrounded by his family.  He was born January 20, 1940 in Whitesburg, Kentucky, the son of the late William Curtis and Thelma Ruth (Hughes) Cornett.  Harold was retired from Rieck’s Mechanical as a heating and air technician; enjoyed painting and had a passion for racing homing...

David O. Lower

David O. Lower

Oct 3, 2019

David O. Lower, age 80 of Fairborn, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019.  He was born July 22, 1939 in Springfield, OH to Roy and Elizabeth (Crabbe) Lower.  Dave was predeceased by his parents, grandparents and his brother, Mark Lower. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Janice Lower; his son, Jeff Lower and wife Catherine...

Jerry L. Cox

Jerry L. Cox

Oct 2, 2019

Jerry L. Cox, age 64 of Fairborn, passed away Wednesday October 2, 2019 at the Hospice of Dayton surrounded by his loving family.  He was born March 5, 1955 in Gallipolis, OH, the son of the late Carl and Ruby (Boggs) Cox. Jerry was employed at Summit Behavioral Healthcare, retiring in 2017.  Family was most important to Jerry...

Ida Mae Dean

Ida Mae Dean

Sep 30, 2019

Ida Mae Dean, age 92 of Fairborn, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 30, 2019 surrounded by her family.  She was born May 21, 1927 in Superior, Ohio, the daughter of the late Roy and Madge (Smedley) Sharp.  Ida Mae enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in...

Mary L. Port

Mary L. Port

Sep 27, 2019

Mary L. Port, age 94 of Fairborn, passed away Friday September 27, 2019.  She was born December 13, 1924 in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of the late Russell and Esther (McLain) McCaulla.  Mary was a founding member of Trinity United Church of Christ in Fairborn and was active with the Ladies Guild.  She retired from Wright State University after...

Bobbie Jean Hughes

Bobbie Jean Hughes

Sep 25, 2019

Bobbie Jean Hughes, age 74 of Fairborn, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on Wednesday September 25, 2019.  She was born April 30, 1945 in Culman, Alabama, the daughter of the late William and Lois (Duke) Sellers.  Bobbie was a longtime member of Wright View Church of the Nazarene in Fairborn.  In addition to...

Clifford L. Underwood

Clifford L. Underwood

Sep 23, 2019

USAF (Ret.) Clifford L. Underwood, age 90 of Fairborn, passed away Monday September 23, 2019.  He was born December 4, 1928 in Fayetteville, West Virginia, the son of the late Gordon and Myrtle (Ratliff) Underwood.  Cliff served his country in the U.S. Air Force and followed with employment in civil service at Wright-Patterson AFB, retiring after many years of...

Jean O'Dell

Jean O'Dell

Sep 22, 2019

Jean O’Dell, age 89 of Kettering, formerly of Fairborn, passed away Sunday September 22, 2019 at the Hospice of Dayton.  She was born December 15, 1929 in Eaton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Kenneth and Zelpha (Howell) Buckmaster.  Jean retired from civil service at Wright-Patterson AFB, where she was employed in International Logistics.  Her hobbies included needlepoint, crocheting,...

Sue Benner

Sue Benner

Sep 20, 2019

Sue Benner, age 78 of Fairborn, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on Friday September 20, 2019 at the Soin Medical Center.  She was born July 10, 1941 in Staffordsville, KY, the daughter of the late William and Gladys (Ward) Tackett.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three brothers, Dean Tackett, Merle...

Kenneth Scott Mccullough

Kenneth Scott Mccullough

Sep 18, 2019

Kenneth Scott McCullough, 55, of Huber Heights, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 18, 2019.  He was born on July 10, 1964, in Chickapee, MA, the son of Lt. Col. (Ret.) Frederick William McCullough and Judith (Judson) McCullough. Ken was a graduate of Beavercreek High School and ITT Technical Institute.  He worked at Motor Technology/Circor for over 20 years...

Barbara J. Koogler

Barbara J. Koogler

Sep 14, 2019

Barbara J. Koogler, age 83 of Yellow Springs and lifelong resident of Greene County, passed away Saturday September 14, 2019 at the Hospice of Dayton.  She was born September 17, 1935 in Xenia, the daughter of the late Samuel and Mabel (Harner) Miller.  Barb was a lifelong member of Byron Church where she served in many capacities over...

Clarence Junior Barnes

Clarence Junior Barnes

Sep 14, 2019

Clarence Junior Barnes, age 72 of Fairborn, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday September 14, 2019.  He was born on July 22, 1947 in Harlan, KY, the son of the late Alex and Vera (Rutherford) Barnes.  Clarence was employed as a millwright at Southwestern Cement Company, now Fairborn Cement Company; retiring after 39 years of service. ...

Kenny R. Childers

Kenny R. Childers

Sep 14, 2019

Kenny R. Childers, age 60 of Fairborn passed away Saturday September 14, 2019.  He was born October 2, 1958 in Dayton, the son of the late Earl and Beneada (Short) Childers.  Kenny enjoyed riding his motorcycle, basketball, camping, and was an avid Cleveland Browns fan.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Coonie...

Usaf Major (Ret.) William P. "Bill" Coleman

Usaf Major (Ret.) William P. "Bill" Coleman

Sep 11, 2019

USAF Major (Ret.) William P. “Bill” Coleman, age 60 of Cincinnati, passed away September 11, 2019.  He was born March 10, 1959 in Anchorage, Alaska, the son of the late William and Kay (Huston) Coleman.  Bill served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a nurse, retiring at the rank of Major; he followed with employment at the...

Willa Bentley

Willa Bentley

Sep 5, 2019

Willa Mae Bentley, age 95 of Fairborn, passed away September 5, 2019.  She was born December 2, 1923 in Estill, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Sam and Emma (VanHoose) Conley.  Willa was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Fairborn and Red Hat Society.  She was the owner of Willa’s Beauty Shop for many years; and enjoyed...

Dale Allen Grody

Dale Allen Grody

Sep 4, 2019

Dale Allen Grody, 54 of Fairborn, passed away Wednesday September 4, 2019 with his family by his side at Hospice of Dayton. Family will receive friends on Saturday September 14th from 3pm to 6pm at the Fairborn High School Auditorium with a celebration of life service to follow. Services provided through Belton-Stroup Funeral Home and please wear blue,...

Jane A. Arnold

Jane A. Arnold

Sep 3, 2019

Jane Ann (Lloyd) Arnold, age 79 of Fairborn, passed away Tuesday September 3, 2019 at the Hospice of Dayton.  She was born June 13, 1940 in Grandville, NY, the daughter of the late Ellis and Elizabeth (Griffith) Lloyd.  Jane was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church in Fairborn; and she was employed at Wright-Patterson AFB, Elder-Beerman...

Dan Michael "Mike" Grinstead

Dan Michael "Mike" Grinstead

Sep 2, 2019

Dan Michael “Mike” Grinstead, age 79 of Xenia, passed into the Kingdom of Heaven on Monday September 2, 2019 at his home.  He was born February 6, 1940 in Columbus, OH, the son of the late Dan and Louise Grinstead. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Madolin (Brown) Grinstead; sister, Shirley Schlafman; daughter, Jennifer...

Anna Lois (Gabbard)  Watkins

Anna Lois (Gabbard) Watkins

Sep 1, 2019

Anna Lois (Gabbard) Watkins, age 87 of Fairborn, passed away Sunday September 1, 2019 at the Hospice of Dayton.  She was born November 30, 1931 in Jackson, KY, the daughter of the late Carl E. and Minnie C. (Osborn) Gabbard.  Mrs. Watkins was a 50-year member of the First Baptist Church of Fairborn and was a retired schoolteacher...

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