Local obituaries for Fairborn, Greene County in Ohio.

Jean Black Lorenzetti, 85, died of cancer on 8/12/22, but she lived to lead adventures in learning. For 22 years she taught eighth grade English, Literature, and World Cultures at Baker Junior High in Fairborn, OH; so, it’s no surprise that no matter where Jean went, the policeman, the waitress, the author, and even eventually a hospice nurse would...

Wallace O. Johnson, age 91 passed away 16 November 2021 at Grandview Hospital.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia; sister, Betty Jude; brothers, Pete and Randall.  He is survived by a daughter, Patricia (Stephen) Wal; grandsons, Cory, Jeremy (Cherie), Andrew (Stephanie); great-grandchildren, Ashlyn, Cody, Kelci, Parker, Evan; son, Douglas; granddaughter, Brittany; great-granddaughter, Alaina; brothers, George, Jerry;...

Carolyn S. “Sue” Bell, age 75 of Fairborn, passed away September 30, 2020.  She was born June 13, 1945 in Barbourville, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Obie and Elizabeth (Baker) Davis.  Sue retired from Wright-Patterson AFB after 27 years in food service.  She was a longtime member of Maple Avenue Church of God.  In addition to her parents...

Timothy I. Hayes, age 25, of Fairborn passed away Sunday March 9, 2020.  He was born October 31, 1994 in Dayton.  Timothy enjoyed playing video games, watching YouTube and movies; and was an avid Tony Stewart and Ohio State fan.  He is preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Richard and Jean Ketchen; and Imants Braslins, Sr.  Timothy is survived...

Rachel M. Hay, age 33 of Fairborn, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 15, 2019, after fighting brain cancer for 13 months.  She enjoyed playing guitar, writing and singing; was a self-published author; and enjoyed homeschooling her children.  She was preceded in death by her grandfather and brother. She is survived by her...

Lawrence J. “Larry” Bruns, age 68 of Fairfield, OH, formerly of Fairborn, passed away February 23, 2019.  He was born July 4, 1950 in Dayton, the son of the late Albert H. and Alice G. (Schmidt) Bruns.  Larry graduated with honors from the University of Dayton and was retired from a career as a research chemist.  Survivors include his...

Gary A. Smith, age 65 of Fairborn passed away at his residence.  He was born July 27, 1953 in Galion, Ohio, the son of the late James and Harriet (Bean) Smith.  Gary was a member of the Dayton Vineyard Church where he was very involved in the Outreach Program. He enjoyed tennis, golf, fishing and volunteering. Gary was dedicated...