OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Fairborn, Greene County in Ohio.

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...

Emily G. Ellithorp

Emily G. Ellithorp

Dec 24, 2025

Emily "Jill" Ellithorp, aged 75 of Fairborn, OH, passed away Wednesday December 24, 2025. Jill was born August 5, 1950, in Shelbyville, TN, to the late Isaac "Red" and Ellawene “Edie” (Allison) Bateman, and was raised in Fairborn, Ohio.

A keen love for fine arts and a desire to expand her skills took Jill to Sinclair College, where she earned a...

Shannon N. King

Shannon N. King

Dec 20, 2025

Shannon N. King, age 48 passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025 surrounded by her family.

She was born on October 19, 1977, in Dayton, the daughter of the late Gary and Kathy (Gareth) King. Shannon’s creativity flourished in her various hobbies, particularly in crafts, writing, hair and makeup.

She was an exotic animal lover, an artist, and a true admirer of...

Estelene Mae Carter

Estelene Mae Carter

Dec 17, 2025

Estelene Mae Carter, aged 94 of Fairborn, OH, passed away, Wednesday, December 17, 2025. She was born May 11, 1931, in Highland County, OH, the daughter of the late Everett and Dessie (Stroud) Shaffer.

Estelene exemplified a life of devotion to family and community, leaving behind a legacy that cherished the bonds of love and service.

A native of Highland County, Estelene...

Carl D. Patrick

Carl D. Patrick

Dec 17, 2025

Carl D. Patrick, a legendary figure in the world of motorcycle racing and a cherished family man, passed away peacefully at his home in Beavercreek, Ohio, on December 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 22, 1939, in Vest, Kentucky, Carl's journey through life was marked by his dedication both to his craft and to those he...

Gerald "Jerry" Brandon Lewis

Gerald "Jerry" Brandon Lewis

Dec 16, 2025

Gerald Brandon Lewis, “Jerry” passed away on December 17, 2025, at the age of 44. Jerry lived in Medway, Ohio, and was born on May 1, 1981, at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.

Jerry is survived by his devoted wife, Kathryn Emily Lewis (Katie). He took great pride in helping raise Julie, Madison, and Aubrey, embracing the role of a devoted...

Cheryl Christina Wise

Cheryl Christina Wise

Dec 14, 2025

Cheryl Christina Wise, aged 81 of Fairborn, OH, passed away, Sunday, December 14, 2025. She was born on December 27, 1943, in Franklin Township, Adams County, PA, the daughter of the late James Russell and Edna Nuller (Barnhart) Zollars II.

Cheryl graduated from Waynesburg High School, PA, in 1962. She went on to marry her husband Jerry in 1964 in Washington,...

George A. Beane IV

George A. Beane IV

Dec 13, 2025

George A. “Al” Beane IV, aged 93 passed away, Saturday, December 13, 2025. He was born September 5, 1932, in New Cumberland, PA, the son of the late George A. and Betty S. (Adams) Beane III.

Al dedicated his professional life to the field of engineering, notably working at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, where his expertise significantly contributed to various projects.

To...

George Daniel Ealey

George Daniel Ealey

Dec 12, 2025

George Daniel Ealey, aged 82, of Fairborn, OH, passed away, Friday, December 12, 2025. He was born on May 24, 1943, in Calloway, County, KY, the son of the late Paul Revere and Anna Ruth (Tucker) Ealey.

George dedicated his life to his family, the love of the outdoors, and serving his country. To those who knew George he became known...

Cynthia T Scarlett

Cynthia T Scarlett

Dec 5, 2025

Cynthia Jeannette Scarlett, aged 92, of Fairborn, OH, passed away peacefully at the Miami Valley South Hospital on Friday, December 5, 2025. She was born January 7th, 1933, the daughter of Dr. Russell Hamrick and Phyllis Pearson Hamrick, in Charleston, West Virginia.

She grew up in St. Albans’s West Virginia, and in 1952 at the age of 19 she joined the...

Richard G. Bishop

Richard G. Bishop

Dec 3, 2025

Richard G. "Dick" Bishop, age 85, of New Carlise, passed away on December 3, 2025 at his home. Born on October 30, 1940, in Lincoln, Rhode Island, the son of the late Howard and Eloise (Dowd) Bishop.

Dick served his country honorably in the U.S. Air Force, where he was a member of the security forces. Following his military service, he...

Esther Francis Meyer

Esther Francis Meyer

Dec 2, 2025

MEYER, Esther Francis (Hoesl), age 86, formerly of Fairborn, Ohio passed away December 2, 2025. Esther attended Mother of Mercy High School in Cincinnati and the University of Dayton. An avid blood donor for the Community Blood drives, she was also an active member of the American Red Cross and Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church where she served on...

Terri Lynn Gilbert

Terri Lynn Gilbert

Nov 27, 2025

Terri Lynn Gilbert, aged 68, of Covington, KY, (formerly, Fairborn, OH) passed away, in the comfort of home, Thursday, November 27, 2025. She was born on December 26, 1956, in Xenia, OH, the daughter of the late Jack and Janice (Patrick) Lykins.

Terri began her professional career as a healthcare compliance coordinator with Wright State University, then the University of Cincinnati,...

USAF TSgt. (Ret.) Edwin R. Sanborn, Sr.

USAF TSgt. (Ret.) Edwin R. Sanborn, Sr.

Nov 25, 2025

USAF TSgt. (Ret.) Edwin R. Sanborn, age 89 of Medway, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday November 25, 2025. He was born April 11, 1936 in Xenia, the son of the late Clarence and Mabel (Harlow) Sanborn.

Ed proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force in weapons control, retiring at the rank of Technical Sergeant; and...

Alexander S. Dounouk

Alexander S. Dounouk

Nov 25, 2025

USAF MSgt. (Ret.) Alexander S. “Al” Dounouk passed away November 25, 2025 at Kettering Medical Center with his family by his side. He was born February 4, 1959, in Hartford, Connecticut, the son of the late Alan and Pamela (Murphy) Dounouk.Al proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force, where he retired with the rank of Master Sergeant. His...

Dennis C. Doerschlag

Dennis C. Doerschlag

Nov 21, 2025

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Deanna Lynn Johnson

Deanna Lynn Johnson

Nov 19, 2025

Deanna Lynn Johnson, aged 58, of Fairborn, OH, passed away, November 19, 2025. She was born December 18, 1966, in Xenia, OH, the daughter of the late Leroy James Layne and Eugenia (Conley) Ballinger.

Deanna devoted 25 years of her career to serving as a warehouse specialist at the Wright-Patterson AFB Materiel Command. Her commitment and work ethic were evident in...

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