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Helen M. Caldwell

Helen M. Caldwell

Mar 25, 2025

Helen Marie Caldwell, age 77, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Versailles Healthcare in Versailles, Ohio. She was born on April 28, 1947, in Hazard, Kentucky, to Lena (Bubnick) Miniard and the late Burley Miniard, Jr.

In addition to her father, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Caldwell; her brothers, Donald Miniard,...

Michele Sue Ruby

Michele Sue Ruby

Mar 25, 2025

Michele Sue Ruby, age 82, of Vandalia, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville, Ohio.

She was born in Dayton, Ohio on August 8, 1942, to the late Dwight and Mary "Virginia" (Lindsey) Dean.

In addition to her parents, Michele was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert Dean and Harry "Sonny" Dean.

Michele is...

Jared Taylor Aukerman

Jared Taylor Aukerman

Mar 22, 2025

Jared T. Aukerman, age 27, of Louisville, Kentucky, formerly of Greenville, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the University of Louisville Hospital. 

Funeral arrangements are pending with Tribute Funeral Homes. 

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Kelly Kay Clark

Kelly Kay Clark

Mar 22, 2025

Kelly Kay Clark, age 55 of Greenville, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born on July 15, 1969 in Greenville to the late James and Darlene (Worthen) Plessinger.

Kelly will be loved and missed by her husband, Jerry Clark of Greenville, whom she married on March 27, 1999; her children, Jesse and...

James "Jim" Dennis Marker

James "Jim" Dennis Marker

Mar 21, 2025

James “Jim” Dennis Marker, age 77 of Greenville, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 22, 1947 in Greenville to the late Doyle and Marjorie (McClurg) Marker.

In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his sisters, Shirley Keiber and Karen Swabb.

Jim will be deeply missed by...

Sue Schneider

Sue Schneider

Mar 20, 2025

Karen Sue Schneider, age 71, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.

She was born on April 19, 1953, to the late Otto "Red" Saunders and Jean (Rittenhouse) Little.

She is survived by her children, Angie (Michael) Via of Greenville, and Bo (Neshell) Schneider of Greenville; her grandchildren, Cody Schneider, Keisha Wert,...

Sondra Sue Marker

Sondra Sue Marker

Mar 15, 2025

Sondra Sue Marker, age 86, of Greenville passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Everheart Hospice Care Center, Greenville.

She was born on October 3, 1938 in Portland, IN to the late James Wheeler and Josephine (Robbins) Mills.

In addition to her parents, Sue is preceded in death by her step-father, Jay Mills; brother, James Wheeler; and sister, Kate Bronstan.

Sue will...

Stephen Austin "Big Bake" Baker

Stephen Austin "Big Bake" Baker

Mar 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Austin "Big Bake" Baker, 25 of Ansonia, on March 11, 2025, at Kettering Health Dayton.

Born on September 26, 1999, in Greenville, Ohio, to Joshua and Debbie (Nestor) Baker, Austin was a shining light in the lives of many.

Austin was a 2018 graduate of Franklin-Monroe and MVCTC, where he...

Robert L. Franklin, Jr.

Robert L. Franklin, Jr.

Mar 11, 2025

Robert "Bob" Lee Franklin, Jr., 57 of Greenville, passed away on March 11, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana.

He was born on August 21, 1967, in Greenville to the late Robert Lee Franklin, Sr., and Shirley (Bromagem) Ferrante.

Bob is survived by his wife of 29 years, Dawn (Landis) Franklin; his daughter Rachel Middlesetter of Piqua; his son Robert Franklin...

Karen E. Bingham

Karen E. Bingham

Mar 10, 2025

Karen E. Bingham, age 82, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025, at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Greenville.

She was born on February 3, 1943, in Greenville, to the late George and Hannah (Addis) Laughman.

In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Andrea Clark; grandson-in-law, Eric DeBoer; her siblings, Ralph (Betty)...

Eddie N. Puterbaugh

Eddie N. Puterbaugh

Mar 9, 2025

Eddie Nolan Puterbaugh, age 74 of Arcanum, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Everheart Hospice Care Center.

He was born on January 29, 1951 in Greenville to the late Edgar and Jewell (McMaken) Puterbaugh.

In addition to his parents, Eddie is preceded in death by his brother, Chris Puterbaugh.

Those left to cherish Eddie's memory include his loving wife of 40...

Karen Jane Himes

Karen Jane Himes

Mar 8, 2025

Karen Jane Himes, age 64 of Union City, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson, Indiana with her loving family surrounding her.

Karen was born on March 11, 1960, in Union City, Indiana, to the late John and Nettie (Emrick) Martin.

In addition to her parents, Karen is preceded in death by her sisters,...

Judith Ann Brown

Judith Ann Brown

Mar 8, 2025

Judith Ann Brown, age 61 of Versailles, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at the Brethren Retirement Community, Greenville.

She was born on May 6, 1963 in Bainbridge, Maryland to the late Ruth (Apple) Shurte and Richard Shurte.

In addition to her father, Judith is survived by her loving husband, Michael Brown; son, Michael Brown; daughter, Amy Duke; sister, Julie...

Eileen (Thomas) Dill

Eileen (Thomas) Dill

Mar 6, 2025

Eileen (Thomas) Dill, age 99, of Hollansburg, passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at her home.

She was born on June 5, 1925, in Union City, Indiana, to the late Edward and Mary Eva (Alexander) Thomas.

In addition to her parents, Eileen is preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, Harold Dill, whom she married Sunday, September 20, 1942...

Evelyn Irene Chambers

Evelyn Irene Chambers

Mar 5, 2025

Evelyn Irene Chambers, age 92, of Greenville, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on the morning of March 5, 2025, at EverHeart Hospice Care Center in Greenville, Ohio.

She was born October 20, 1932, in Rossburg, Ohio, daughter of the late Elmer and Bessie (Manning) Neal.

On December 7, 1956, she married the love of her life, Vernon Eugene Chambers. Her...

Lisa Callihan

Lisa Callihan

Mar 2, 2025

Lisa Callihan, age 59, of Union City, Ohio, passed away on March 2, 2025 at her home.

Lisa was born on April 3, 1965 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Lee and Sharon Thompson.

In addition to her parents, Lisa is preceded in death by her brothers, Mark Thompson and Danny Thompson; her son-in-law, Chris Wendel; and her grandson, Eli Frazier.

Lisa will...

Barbara Ann Foreman

Barbara Ann Foreman

Feb 27, 2025

Barbara Ann Foreman, 90, of Greenville, passed away February 27, 2025, at her home surrounded by family.

Barbara was born on June 4, 1934 in Union City, OH, to the late William Yoder and Alice Conklin Yoder.

In addition to her parents, Barbara is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Foreman; brother and sister in law, James and Luella Yoder; sister...

Marchita J. Phifer

Marchita J. Phifer

Feb 24, 2025

Marchita J. Badger Phifer, age 72, of Greenville, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025 at Miami Valley North Hospital in Dayton, OH.

She was born on July 14, 1952 in Orangeburg, SC to Geraldine Glover Badger and the late Athaniel Badger.

Marchita was a wonderful woman full of love, light, and laughs. She was known for her caring and motherly spirit,...

Vada Lennen

Vada Lennen

Feb 16, 2025

Vada U. Lennen, age 92 of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 16, 2025, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.

She was born on December 12, 1932 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Jess and Laverna (Stephens) Lennen.

In addition to her parents, Vada is preceded in death by her twin sister Vera Lennen, and her...

Kristine Ann Berry

Kristine Ann Berry

Feb 13, 2025

Kristine Ann Berry, age 55 of Laura, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Wayne Healthcare, Greenville. 

She was born on August 8, 1969 in Dayton to Karl "Rudy" Weiss and the late Dorothy "Dot" (Ward) Weiss.

In addition to her father, Kristine is survived by her loving husband, Shannon Berry; children, Nicholas Berry and Riley Berry; sisters, Kim Weiss,...

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