Obituaries
Reah J. Chapman
May 15, 2026
Chapman, Reah J. (nee Stoner), of Springfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the age of 62.
Reah was preceded in death by her siblings, Nora Craig and Tonya Reigelsperger; her father, Robert T. Stoner; her mother, Donna Sears; her stepfather, Ronny Sears; and many beloved friends and family members.
She is survived by her...
George Anthony Degenhart
May 17, 2026
Degenhart, George Anthony, 79, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026, surrounded by family. George was born November 29, 1946, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of George Earl and Agnes (Groeber) Degenhart. After earning his master’s degree, George found his passion in Education, where he was a Principal at Keifer Alternative School. George committed his life to helping others,...
Mary Michelle "Mickey" Groeber
May 11, 2026
“We are all just walking each other home”
On the evening of May 11, 2026 at 19:51 (in a nod to her many friends and colleagues in health care), Mary Michelle “Mickey” Groeber concluded the earthly portion of her journey but since the life of the dead is placed in the memory of the living, she will never be far from...
James Henry Hearlihy
Apr 29, 2026
Hearlihy, James Henry, 95 of Springfield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at home with loved ones nearby. He was born in Springfield on May 28, 1930 the son of James Henry and Josephine (Topp) Hearlihy, Sr. Jim served in the United States Air Force with the 5th Communications Group, 1st Battalion, Seoul, Korea from October, 1951 to...
Carey Michelle Harris Stickford
May 15, 2026
Harris Stickford, Carey Michelle, age 49, of Springfield, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Carey was a deeply loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, nurse, and friend whose kindness touched countless lives. She devoted her life to caring for others, both through her work as a nurse and through the unconditional love she...
Phillip E. Behlke
May 10, 2026
Behlke, Phillip E., 78, of South Vienna, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2026, surrounded by family. Phillip was born March 20, 1948, in Mount Clemens, Michigan, the son of Ernest and Phyllis (Bolton) Behlke. He retired from the United States Air Force after 20 years of service. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Eleanor (Ryan) Behlke; two children, Robert...
Patricia A. Adams
May 8, 2026
Adams, Patricia A. “Patty” passed away in her home on May 8, 2026, with her loved ones nearby. Patty was born March 1, 1955, in Springfield, Ohio, to Robert and Mary Ann (Foley) Mowery. She was an adored wife, beloved mother, Lovey to her grandsons, treasured daughter, cherished sister, and sweet friend. She was a talented craftswoman, avid reader, and...
Pauline Beinbrech Baker
May 3, 2026
BEINBRECH BAKER, Pauline, age 101, passed away peacefully and moved on to her “next great adventure” on May 3, 2026 after a difficult last year. Pauline, known as Polly by family and friends, was born in Nova, Ohio on January 22, 1925 to Charles and Myrl Curry. She was a graduate of Upper Sandusky High School and went on to...
Patrick A. "Pat" Geron
May 1, 2026
Geron, Patrick A. “Pat”, 75, of Springfield, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026, in his home. Pat was born June 5, 1950, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Harry and Patricia (Perryman) Geron. Pat worked in sales most of his life and was an avid tennis player. He was also a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Survivors include his...
Juanita Dennison
Apr 28, 2026
DENNISON, Juanita, 96, passed away on April 28, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, strength, and unwavering love for her family. She was born on August 11, 1929, in Springfield, Ohio, to John (“Bud”) and Mary Catherine (Graham) Shultis. She graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1947 and began her career at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base as an...
Phyllis A. Overman
Apr 27, 2026
Overman, Phyllis A., 93, of Springfield, passed away Monday, Apil 27, 2026 at the Springfield Masonic Community. Phyllis was born June 13, 1932, in Hagerstown, Maryland, the daughter of William “Ross” and Lillian Mae (Pompell) Mellott. Phyllis’s grandchildren and great grandchildren were her greatest joy. Survivors include four children, Donna (John) Loney, Anena (Michael) Kouse, Donald (Jodi) Lucas and Russell...
Victor J. "Vic" Kulisek
Apr 22, 2026
Kulisek, Victor J. “Vic”, 80, of Springfield, passed away suddenly Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in his home. Vic was born May 7, 1945, in Weehawken, New Jersey, the son of John and Christine (Jandik) Kulisek. He retired from Oesterlen Services for Youth after more than 40 years. Survivors include his wife of nearly 59 years, Janice (Coder) Kulisek; three children,...
Larry E. Clevinger
Apr 21, 2026
CLEVINGER, Larry E., 74, of Springfield, passed away April 21, 2026 in the Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born December 20, 1951 in Grundy, VA the son of the late Henry T. and Mary M. (Smith) Clevinger. He served in the United States Army for nearly 20 years. He worked construction for various companies over the next several years....
Peter Joseph Mullen
Apr 20, 2026
Mullen, Peter Joseph “Pete”, 76, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Pete was born on July 5, 1949, in Springfield, Ohio, Pete was the son of James and Mary (Fanny) Mullen. A proud graduate of Catholic Central High School and a lifelong member of St. Raphael Catholic Church, Pete lived his faith...
Matthew P. Mahoney
Apr 20, 2026
Mahoney, Matthew P. “Matt”, 61, of Springfield, passed away Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Springfield Regional Medical Center. Matt was born February 7, 1965, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Jack and Mary Anne (Oster) Mahoney. He enjoyed writing and following politics. Survivors include his wife, Beth (Rhodes) Mahoney; one son, Ryan; one grandson; two siblings, Anne Schaaf and...
Lavette Taylor
Apr 14, 2026
Taylor, Lavette,61, of Springfield, formerly of Columbus, died Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in Good Shepherd Village. She was born June 28, 1964 in Columbus, Ohio the daughter of Claudette Taylor. No services will be held.
Rita Crispino
Apr 10, 2026
Crispino, Rita A., 79 of Springfield, passed away at 8:20 a.m. Friday, April 10, 2026 at Hearth and Home of Urbana. She was born in Steubenville, Ohio on October 11, 1946 the daughter of Thomas and Mary (Cicone) Jordan, Sr. Rita was a hairdresser for over 50 years and for several years owned and operated Rita’s Shear Magic. She was...
Jerry A. Meeks
Apr 7, 2026
Meeks, Jerry A., 75 of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He was born in Springfield on August 4, 1950 the son of Roger Meeks and Irene (Carpenter) Meeks Picolo. Jerry was a retired Machinist from Crane Pump and Systems in Piqua. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He found great enjoyment in staying active, often...
Gloria B. Barnette
Apr 2, 2026
BARNETTE, Gloria B., 91, of Springfield, passed away April 2, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born January 28, 1935, in Pike County, KY the daughter of the late Sollie and Chloe (Tackett) Hudson.
Gloria was the kind of woman whose love was most often felt in the ordinary moments that became unforgettable because she was in them, a warm...
Richard J. Martin
Apr 1, 2026
Martin, Richard J., 83 of Springfield, passed away at 3:58 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2026. He was born June 23, 1942 in Springfield the son of John and Ethel (Donovan) Martin. He retired from Navistar after 31 years of service. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council 624 and a veteran of the U.S....
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