Obituaries
Betty R. Williams
Sep 30, 2025
Williams, Betty R., 95, of Springfield, passed away September 30, 2025, in her home. She was born March 9, 1930, in Madison County, Ohio, the daughter of James and Sally (Keebler) Stidham. Betty worked as a nutritionist for the Ohio Masonic Home for 16 years, retiring in 1995. She was an avid bowler for many years. Survivors include one daughter,...
Krystal Louise Williams
Sep 26, 2025
Williams, Krystal Louise, 44, of Springfield, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 26, 2025. Krystal was born December 18, 1980, in Piqua, Ohio, the daughter of Cornell Williams and Valerie (Huggins) Williams. She had a kind soul, always loved to laugh and will be missed by everyone who knew her. Survivors include her father, Cornell (Pam) Williams; mother, Valerie (Michael...
Ronald G. Ferres
Sep 21, 2025
Ferres, Ronald G., 87 of Springfield, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025 in his home after an extended illness. He was born in Springfield on August 10, 1938 the son of Robert and Mary Belle (Nolan) Ferres. Ron worked at Navistar for 53 years before retiring in 2010. He was an avid Notre Dame and Cincinnati Reds fan. He...
JoAnne Elizabeth Finch
Sep 19, 2025
Finch, JoAnne Elizabeth “JoJo”, 29, of Springfield, passed away on September 19, 2025. Jo was born on July 27, 1996, to Harland “Pops” and Rebecca “Becky” (West) Kennedy. She had been employed at Wags Inn. Jo loved dogs, music, tattoos and cars. In addition to her parents, survivors include her significant other, Courtney Ann; sisters, Katrina Snider and Kayla Finch;...
Monica B. Dunn
Sep 18, 2025
Dunn, Monica B. (Lucas), 88 of Springfield, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at Oakwood Village. Monica was born on January 6, 1937 in Seattle, Washington the daughter of Raymond W. and Marian M. (Schuer) Lucas. Monica graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1955. She worked for Ohio Bell for several years before marrying the love of...
Karla A. Turton
Sep 16, 2025
Turton, Karla A. (Dell), 67 of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Fairborn Assisted Living. She was born in Springfield on March 6, 1958 the daughter of Karl J. Dell, Sr. and Marjorie Hinkle. She was a graduate of Wittenberg University and worked as Coordinator of Medical Staff at Mercy Medical Center for many years. She went...
Catherine Lydia Herzog
Sep 14, 2025
Herzog, Catherine Lydia “Cathy”, 75, of Springfield, died September 14, 2025, at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton. She was born February 3, 1950, to James Lincoln Herzog and Lydia Catherine (Phillips) Herzog. She was the first baby born at Mercy Hospital. Cathy graduated from St. Bernard Catholic School (1963) and Springfield Catholic Central High School (1968). She earned a Master’s Degree...
Timothy Patrick Dunn
Sep 13, 2025
Dunn, Timothy “Tim” Patrick, 68, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on September 13, 2025, surrounded by family. Born in Springfield on October 6, 1957, he was the son of Thomas R. and Marianne (Dougherty) Dunn. A proud 1975 graduate of Catholic Central High School, Tim went on to attend the University of Arizona. He made his home...
Dora B. Younker
Sep 11, 2025
Younker, Dora B., 93, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Kettering Health Springfield. Dora was born on December 22, 1931, in Hazard, Kentucky, the daughter of Robert and Mary (Allen) Combs. She was a retired hairdresser and active in the Masonic Community. Survivors include five children, Alan (Nancy) Hunt, Verna (Wayne) Eitel, Diane (Allen) Phelps, Angie Owens...
Paul W. Skinner
Sep 11, 2025
Skinner, Paul W. “Wes”, 98 of Springfield, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025. He was born in Springfield on December 15, 1926 the son of William and Katherine (Bauer) Skinner. Paul worked for International Harvester for 36 years before retiring in 1981. He was a member of St. Raphael Catholic Church, volunteered many years at the Catholic Central Klutter...
Patricia A. Miller
Sep 9, 2025
Miller, Patricia A., 82, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Oakwood Village surrounded by family. Patricia was born September 25, 1942, in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of Russell C. DeWitt and Anna (Mowell) Ault. She loved playing bingo and doing arts and crafts. Survivors include four children, Sherry A. (Gary) Cost, William R. (Mary) Miller, Barbara J....
Mattie M. Moore
Sep 8, 2025
MOORE, Mattie M., 77, of Springfield, passed away September 8, 2025, in Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born January 20, 1948, in Elliott County, KY, the daughter of the late Earl and Drusilla (Ferguson) Gilliam. Survivors include her husband, Charles “Gary” Moore; two sons, Thomas and James Sterner; three stepchildren, Ronald Moore, Angela Hooper and Mandy Moore; numerous grandchildren...
David Michael Shay, II
Sep 8, 2025
Shay, II, David Michael “Mike”, 56 of Columbus, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025. He was born in Springfield on November 18, 1968 the son of David Michael and Theresa (Tuttle) Shay. Mike was an avid Browns fan. Survivors, in addition to his parents, include his son, Michael Shay; two brothers, Tye Shay and Dan (Angie LeMaster) Shay; two...
Peter L. Denton
Sep 7, 2025
Denton, Peter L., 68, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025, in his home. Peter was born on April 30, 1957, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of John L. and Marguerite (Layden) Denton. He grew up in Elkhart, Indiana and was a graduate of Ohio University, later receiving his master’s degree from Urbana University. He spent the majority of...
Robert Benston, Jr.
Sep 6, 2025
BENSTON, Robert J., Jr., 57, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025, at The Ohio State University Medical Center. He was born May 25, 1968, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Robert J. and Kay (Wilcoxon) Benston. He received his associates in mechanics from Sinclair Community College. Robert worked as a mechanic for the City of Springfield for 24...
Michael J. Carney
Aug 31, 2025
Carney, Michael J. was born in Springfield, Ohio on November 15, 1961 to the late James and Alice (Coakley) Carney. He grew up in Springfield and attended Catholic Central High School before going on to attend the University of Dayton where he and his football teammates won the National Championship in 1980. He enjoyed spending time with his beloved life...
Robert A. Dudek
Aug 31, 2025
Dudek, Robert A. “Bob”, 89, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025. Bob was born April 21, 1936, in New Kensington, PA, the son of Anthony and Frances (Ososky) Dudek. He enjoyed wood working, miniatures and making model cars. He was also a veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include a sister, Donna Carman; several nieces and nephews;...
Charles J. Noe
Aug 30, 2025
Noe, Charles J. “Charlie”, 83, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025, surrounded by family after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his wife, Glenda; two sons, Chuck and Brian; stepdaughter, Amy Capers; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; two brothers; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Katie. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in...
Anne G. Vincent
Aug 28, 2025
VINCENT, Anne, 71, of Springfield, passed away August 28, 2025, in Good Shepherd Village. She was born June 28, 1954, in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of Edward and Elnora (Gemperline) Cody. She was a longtime member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She also loved spending time with her four grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Donald Vincent and two children, Francine...
Kenneth L. Beatty
Aug 27, 2025
Beaty, Kenneth L. “Kenny”, 81, of Springfield, went to be with his children and beloved grandmother, Thelma Hively, on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Kenny was born on October 29, 1943, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Raymond and Evelyn (Hively) Beaty. He retired from R&M after several years. He was also a member of Springfield Missionary Baptist Church and St....