Obituaries

Patty Ann Leffel

Patty Ann Leffel

Mar 20, 2025

Leffel, Patty Ann, 98, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025 in Oakwood Village. Patty was born November 11, 1926 in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of John E. and Margaret L. (Murphy) Powelson. She was a former member of St. Mary Catholic Church and later attended St. Raphael Church with her daughter. She volunteered for St. Vincent de Paul...

Richele Ann Shepard

Richele Ann Shepard

Mar 17, 2025

Shepard, Richele Ann, 51, slipped away peacefully at her historic South Fountain Avenue home March 17, 2025 after several years of health issues and challenges. She was born in Springfield on November 30, 1973 to Richard and Ruth Ann Shepard. Growing up, her family belonged to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, and Richele attended Springfield Christian School and North High School,...

Nancy Lee Manns

Nancy Lee Manns

Mar 14, 2025

Manns, Nancy Lee, 75 of Springfield, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025. She was born December 13, 1949 in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania to Keith and Dorothy (Russell) Carr. After moving to Enon, Ohio Nancy graduated from Greenon High School, Clark Tech and Wright State with a Masters of Nursing degree. Nancy loved caring for babies and worked in the...

William S. Dunn

William S. Dunn

Mar 9, 2025

Dunn, William S. “Bill”, 87, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Aventura of Oakwood Village. Bill was born on March 10, 1937, in Springfield, the son of William J. and Dolly (McGrath) Dunn. Bill graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1955. He served honorably in the United States Air Force from 1955 to...

Dolly Lail

Dolly Lail

Mar 8, 2025

LAIL, Dolly, 82, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025 in Piedmont, AL. She was born on July 14, 1942 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of Elmer and Florance (Kempton) Aldrich. Survivors include her daughter, Robyn (Chris) Lemmons; daughter in law, Tammy Lail; sister, Audrey Inlow; brother, Robert (Nancy) Aldrich; five grandchildren, Jennifer, Austin, and Sonnie Lemmons, Tandi (Donald)...

Michael Ivan Ray

Michael Ivan Ray

Mar 8, 2025

Ray, Michael Ivan, 68 of Springfield, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025. He was born in Fostoria, Ohio on July 1, 1956 the son of John and Ruth (Burkhart) Ray. He worked for Teikuro as a maintenance supervisor for many years. He was a member of St. Raphael Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council #624 and was a veteran...

Eli J. Keys

Eli J. Keys

Mar 8, 2025

Keys, Eli J., 39, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Eli was born March 21, 1985, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Jeffrey (Cindy) Keys, South Carolina, and his wonderful, loving mother, Cheryl (Luse) Claypool, Cedarville, and wonderful stepfather, Bill Claypool, Fairborn. Eli was a happy, loving, energetic and ornery boy who loved...

Donna L. Pierce

Donna L. Pierce

Mar 5, 2025

PIERCE, Donna L., 62, of Springfield, passed away March 5, 2025 in her home. She was born April 9, 1962 in Florida, the daughter of Asa and Sandra (McGee) Pierce, Jr. Donna was a proud mom and grandma. Survivors include four children, Joshua Kruse, Joey Kruse, Heather (Kruse) Caraballo and Jay Kruse, all of Florida; six grandchildren, Jamie, Lexann, Colton,...

Deborah Lynn Davis

Deborah Lynn Davis

Mar 5, 2025

Davis, Deborah Lynn “Debbie”, 78, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in Villa Springfield. Debbie was born February 8, 1947, in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of Cary S. and Beatrice (Wilson) Beedy. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, and spending time with friends and family. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, John; two children, Tami Conklin and Chris...

Denise Price

Denise Price

Mar 4, 2025

PRICE, Denise, 52, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025 in her home. She was born on August 8, 1972 in Springfield the daughter of Daniel and Pamela (Roush) Price. She worked for AccuServe (Code Blue) for seven years. She was a member of the International Order of Job’s Daughters. Survivors in addition to her parents, include two children,...

Barbara Frazier

Barbara Frazier

Mar 4, 2025

FRAZIER, Barbara L., 93, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025, in Wooded Glen. She was born on February 25, 1932, in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of George “Glen” and Dorothy (Crist) Trenner. Barb worked as a legal secretary in Springfield for a number of years. She attended St. Raphael and St. Teresa Catholic Churches and was an avid...

Marcia L. Maurer

Marcia L. Maurer

Mar 2, 2025

MAURER, Marcia L. 83, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025, in SOIN Medical Center. She was born on July 8, 1941, in Waynesburg, Kentucky, the daughter of Walter and Ona (Fyffe) Millard. Survivors include her significant other of 18 years, Jim Amburgey; three sons, Joey Alkire, Jerry (Tammy) Alkire and Jimmy (Tammie) Alkire; six grandchildren, Tabitha Blankenship, Paige Miller, Corey...

Richard M. Shobe

Richard M. Shobe

Mar 1, 2025

Shobe, Richard M., 92, passed away peacefully after suffering a stroke. A resident of Urbana, Ohio, he was born in Springfield, Ohio to Earl “Kelly” and Marguerite (Berry) Shobe and lived there for many years. Richard taught auto mechanics at Joint Vocational School (JVS), worked as an auto mechanic and enjoyed many hobbies including golf, reading, traveling and anything to...

Glen W. Pitcock

Glen W. Pitcock

Feb 27, 2025

Pitcock, Glen W., 75, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2025 at the Springfield Regional Medical Center. Glen was born January 12, 1950 in Bellefontaine, Ohio, the son of Harold Lee and Iva Lou (Downing) Pitcock. He retired from Honda and loved spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his loving wife, Brenda (Reed) Pitcock; four children,...

Michael Murphy

Michael Murphy

Feb 26, 2025

MURPHY, Michael “Mike”, 73, of Springfield, Ohio on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at the age of 73. Mike was a loving father, brother, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and unwavering support. Mike was known for his unusual sense of humor, laughter, incredible memory and most importantly his ability to make a friend whenever he went. He...

Eileen Windon

Eileen Windon

Feb 25, 2025

WINDON, Eileen, 81, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in Kettering Medical Center. She was born November 20, 1943 in Springfield, the daughter of Thomas M. and Patricia (O’Malley) Hayes. She was a graduate of Catholic Central High School. Eileen retired from Yost Superior after 25 years of working as an administrative assistant. She was a longtime member...

Jay Lynn Allison

Jay Lynn Allison

Feb 24, 2025

Allison, Jay Lynn, 82, of Springfield, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025 in his home. Jay was born August 14, 1942 in Columbus, Ohio, the son of Jack and Betty (McConnehea) Allison. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and retired from Ohio Bell/Avaya after more than 40 years. Survivors include three children, Scott (Deanna, fiancé) Allison, Kimberly...

Gary D. Welty

Gary D. Welty

Feb 22, 2025

Welty, Gary D., 47, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025, in Springfield, Regional Medical Center. Gary was born April 10, 1977, in Lubbock, Texas, the son of Jeana (Love) Strickland. Gary loved his family and spending time outdoors. He is survived by one daughter, Autaviah Knisley; one sister, Sylvia Hicks; niece and nephew, Jayla Wells and Austin Hicks;...

Betty Jane McKee

Betty Jane McKee

Feb 22, 2025

 

McKee, Betty Jane (Zimmerman), 97, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born in Muncie, Indiana on August 14, 1927 the daughter of Charles and Doris (Wilson) Zimmerman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. McKee, Sr., along with her parents and siblings, Max, John, Charles Zimmerman, Delee “Dee”...

Leonard Dubois

Leonard Dubois

Feb 18, 2025

Dubois, Leonard, 81, passed away on February 18, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose warmth and laughter touched the lives of all who knew him. Born on November 9, 1943, Leonard proudly served his country in the U.S. Army before embarking on a long career with International Harvester,...

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