Obituaries

Walter Harold Nicely

Walter Harold Nicely

Aug 25, 2026

NICELY, Walter Harold. Harold was born on September 25, 1941 to the late Russell Willard Nicely and the late Beulah Mae (nee McKinney) Nicely in Ft. Knox, Kentucky. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Earls) Nicely. Devoted father of Kathy (nee Nicely) Hall and the late Darrin Nicely. Loving grandfather of Bethany (David) Putnam and Ryan (Lauren Holt) Hall; Jade &...

Debra Wanstrath

Debra Wanstrath

Aug 16, 2026

WANSTRATH, Debra Lee. Longtime resident of Takoda Trails, (formerly Fairfield Center). Cherished daughter of the late Charles D. and Dorothy (nee Worley) Wanstrath. Loving stepdaughter of the late Jo Wanstrath. Dear sister of Chuck (Christy) Wanstrath and their son Charlie, Chris (Erin Grant) Wanstrath, and Clay Wanstrath and his daughter Frankie. Special cousin of Jordan (Jordan Fields) Linderman and their...

Diane D. Todd

Diane D. Todd

Jul 13, 2026

Diana Drohan Todd, 88, of Glendale, Ohio, known to all as Diane, died peacefully at her home on July 13, 2026.

Diane was, above all, a nurturing mother of three, a devoted wife to her husband Tom, and a kind presence to everyone who came into her circle. She was also a competitive and determined athlete with an equally sharp eye...

Harold Milton Clark

Harold Milton Clark

Aug 18, 2026

Harold Milton Clark Sr., born January 10th 1946, a cherished lifelong resident of Mason, Ohio, departed this world on August 18th 2026 enveloped by the love of his beloved family.

Harold was a devoted husband to Connie and a nurturing father to his sons, Harold and Michael. As a great grandfather, his heart swelled with joy for his grandchildren.

Harold served his...

Nicholas Connor Deubell

Nicholas Connor Deubell

Aug 18, 2026

Nicholas Connor Deubell "Nicky". 

Cherished son of Thomas (Robin) Deubell and Susan Deubell. Beloved brother of Jacob & Caitlyn Deubell and Alexis Connor. Beloved grandson of Joan and the late Fred Deubell, the late Arthur and Reda Connor, and Carl and the late Cris Hauser. Dear nephew of Martha (Joe) Martini, Barbara (Patrick) Chaulk; Arthur Jr. (Kelly), Alan (Marcia), Alex, Wrayjean,...

Lois Gale Rutherford

Lois Gale Rutherford

Aug 16, 2026

Lois Rutherford of Mason, Ohio, passed peacefully on August 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy woven through the hearts of her family. A devoted sister to James (Geri) Taylor and Vicky (Kenny) Nichols, she was cherished by her children, Becci Perkins and Tim Rutherford. Her life was further enriched by her grandchildren: Jeffery, Heather, Brittany, Kimberly, and Scotty, and her...

Mary Jane Bogart

Mary Jane Bogart

Aug 15, 2026

Mary Jane Bogart (nee Sanders), 81, passed away on August 15, 2026. She was the beloved wife and best friend of Raymond G. Bogart for 45 wonderful years. She was the loving mother of Erin (Zach) Bowling and Eric (Jill). She was a dear grandmother of Anna and Ella. Mary Jane is survived by her brother Jack (Diana) Sanders. She...

Kay Frances Hockney

Kay Frances Hockney

Aug 14, 2026

Kay Frances Hockney (nee Cluthe)

Beloved wife of the late Ronald Hockney. Loving mother of Thom and the late Larry (Sheryl) Hockney. Caring grandmother of the late Shawn Stone. Dear sister of the late Celeste Dougherty and many more extended family.

Kay passed away Friday, August 14, 2025 at 83 years of age.  She will be laid to rest privately at Vine Street...

Pauletta Renee Kappes

Pauletta Renee Kappes

Aug 13, 2026

Pauletta Renee Kappes (nee Garrett)

Resident of Hartwell, Ohio for 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Leo Kappes. Loving mother of Cheri (Gene) Wannemacher. Dear sister of the late Arvil (the late Barbara) Garrett. Caring aunt, great aunt, and great-great aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Went to be with the Lord on August 13, 2026 at the age of 93. 

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Diana DeRhodes

Diana DeRhodes

Aug 11, 2026

DERHODES, Diana Sue (nee Schmitt). Beloved wife of the late Lee M. DeRhodes. Devoted mother of Christopher (Bethany) DeRhodes and Matthew (Camille) DeRhodes. Loving grandmother of Nathan, Owen, and Joseph. Dear sister of Tom and Mark Schmitt; and the late Patricia Neuman (Schmitt), and Michael Schmitt. 

Diana passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at age 79.

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Joseph Anthony Santoro

Joseph Anthony Santoro

Aug 10, 2026

Joseph Anthony Santoro

Joseph Anthony Santoro, of Mason, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August 10, 2026.

Joseph proudly served in the United States Navy, dedicating himself to protecting the rights and freedoms of the American people. His service was a source of great pride throughout his life.

Joseph was a devoted father to his six children: Lisa Hom,...

Kathleen "Kathy"  Marie Schroeder

Kathleen "Kathy" Marie Schroeder

Aug 10, 2026

Kathleen Marie Schroeder, 66, of Norwood, passed away on Monday, August 10.u

Kathy, daughter of the late Dick & Mary Schroeder; sister of Patty (Larry) Fanning, Ann Schroeder, and the late Margie McAdow; aunt of Emma McAdow, Joe Fanning, Molly (Vinny) Belcamino, Sally Fanning, Gabe McAdow, Grant McAdow, and Ben Fanning. Niece of John (Lynn) Cook.

Kathy retired from Hamilton County Developmental...

Patricia Rogers

Patricia Rogers

Aug 2, 2026

ROGERS, Patricia Ann "Pat" (nee Jenkins). Beloved wife of Les Rogers. Devoted mother of Angela Rogers, Leslie Jr. (Lisa) Rogers; and Scot (Veronica) Rogers. Loving grandmother of Jacob & Nate Rogers, Jaymi & Justin Mason, Haley (Ben) Duggins, Logan (Brad) Jordan, and Rachel & Alison Lewis. Great grandmother of 9. Preceded in death by sister, Mary Lou McKinney.

Patricia passed away...

Terry L. Garrard, Sr.

Terry L. Garrard, Sr.

Aug 1, 2026

Terry Lee Garrard, Sr. passed away quietly late in the evening of August 1, 2026 after a three- year battle with cancer. He was devoted to his only son, Terry Lee Garrard, Jr, his daughter-in- law Karen (née Niemel), and his treasured grandson, Christian Woodrow Garrard, who reside in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati. He is also survived by...

Dave Nelson Sims

Dave Nelson Sims

Jul 30, 2026

Dave Nelson Sims, cherished resident of Delaware, Ohio, departed this world on July 30, 2026, enveloped by the warmth and love of his devoted family.

For 25 blessed years, Dave was the beloved husband to Suzy Sims, with whom he shared an unwavering bond. As a nurturing father to Llindsay (Duston "Dusty") Carico and Kyle (Brandie) Harris, his heart overflowed with...

Donald Wade Hardin

Donald Wade Hardin

Jul 29, 2026

HARDIN, Donald Wade. Born in Cow Branch, Kentucky on June 29, 1935, to George and Addie (nee Charles) Hardin. Beloved husband of the late Erma Jean (nee Terry) Hardin. Devoted father of Donna Duvall, Angie (John) Meinerding, and Beth (Tony) Buckley. Loving Pappy of Samantha (Adam) Hurley, Joey Meinerding, Abby (Austin) Johnston, Kirstin (Brandon Brown) Weisman, Kaylin (Braden) Hering, Hailey...

Charles Gioia

Charles Gioia

Jul 27, 2026

Charles Gioia, from College Point, New York, spent his life immersed in the vibrant tapestry of New York City. His career as a supervisor for the New York Transit Authority was not just a professional pursuit but a serendipitous journey, for it was here he met Olda, the love of his life, whom he adored everyday. Together, they shared over...

Dale W. Bomberger

Dale W. Bomberger

Jul 26, 2026

Dale W. Bomberger, 83, of Cincinnati Ohio (formerly of Dillsburg, Pennsylvania), entered into eternal life with Christ on July 25th surrounded by his family. Dale was born on February 11, 1943 in Akron, Pennsylvania to Homer and Beulah Bomberger. He was raised on a farm with his sister Darle and many animals, including dairy cows that he named, hundreds of...

Barbara Jean Guckiean

Barbara Jean Guckiean

Jul 25, 2026

Barbara Jean Guckiean, 86, of Fairfield, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Born on March 14, 1940, in Phoenix, New York, Barbara built a life shaped by faith, family, and a deep and uncomplicated love for animals. For years, she owned and operated Tri-City Secretarial Service, bringing the same care and persistence to her work that she brought to...

Judy Anne Zuber

Judy Anne Zuber

Jul 21, 2026

Judith "Judy"  Anne Zuber ( Nee Wippel), of West Chester, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

Judy was a devoted and loving mother to her three children, Joseph, Todd, and Stacey (Bruce) Gibbs. She was a proud and cherished grandmother to Danielle (Shane) Newman, Alec Gibbs and Samantha Gibbs, and an adoring great-grandmother to Scarlett Newman and Wren...