Alice McManus

Oct 14, 2024

Alice McManus (nee Jordan), age 84, of Anderson Twp., passed away, October 14, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late John E. McManus, devoted mother of John (Moira) McManus, Susan (Kurt) Schimpf, Terry (Christine) McManus, and Kenny (Kristie) McManus, loving grandmother of Kate, Maggie, Tyler, Adam, Caroline, J.D., Josie, and Janie, and adored great-grandmother Raelyn, and dear sister...

Bert Becker

Oct 13, 2024

Bert L. Becker beloved husband of Barbara Becker (nee Allen) of 43 years, loving father of Cody and Kaylee Becker, dear brother of Beth (John) Anderson, son of the late Beverly and Robert Becker. Also survived by many nephews, nieces and friends. Passed at home surrounded family on Oct. 13, 2024 at age 67.

Bert loved teaching industrial arts, stagecraft, and...

Andrea M. Rhodes

Oct 13, 2024

Andrea M. Rhodes (nee Stiener) loving mother of Jordan, Brogan, Kyleigh, Rayna and Jersie, proud grandma of Levi and Charolette, caring partner of Josh, daughter of the late Vicki. Also survived by aunts, cousins and many friends.

Service information to follow at a later date.

Ruth Harmeier

Oct 11, 2024

Ruth A. Harmeier, age 65 of Anderson Twp., passed away, October 11, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of the late Paul R. and Joan St. Cyr Harmeier, devoted sister of Paul (Mary Jo), Hope, and Jodi Harmeier, Carol (John) Kurila, and the late Mary (Greg) Roberts, loving aunt of Nick, Alex, Maggie, Kaila, Jack, Dillon, and Lily, caring great-aunt...

Christopher "Chris" Phillips

Oct 9, 2024

Christopher David Phillips was born on November 6, 1970 and departed this earth on October 9, 2024. Chris is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Renee Rogers Phillips as well as his two children, Josh and Karissa Phillips. He also leaves behind his mother, Diana Phillips and sister Jennifer Phillips, both of Ripley OH, and his mother in...

Nancylee Preston

Oct 9, 2024

Nancylee W. Preston (nee Westerman) wife of the late Robert Hidy Preston, loving mother of Margie (William) Pfeil, Cindy (Jeffrey) Cates and the late Richard. Though she was named Nancylee she was always called Pud. Volunteerism was an active part of her life. She will be missed more than words can say. Extraordinary life well lived. Memorials can be made...

Susan Iori

Oct 8, 2024

Susan L. Iori (nee Pursell) sadly passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Oct. 8, 2024. Beloved wife of Anthony (Tony) Iori, devoted mom of Linda (Doug) Adkins, Patty (Briggs) Hall, Carrie (Steve) Nickell, Tina (Bill) Widmeyer, stepmom of T.J. (Laura) Iori, Mark (Cindy) Iori, Nick (Jamie) Iori, proud grandma of Shaun, Sam, Dakotah, Lyric, Emily, Tanner,...

Melodie Brewer

Oct 7, 2024

Melodie A. Brewer (nee Bates) of Anderson Township, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on October 7, 2024. Up until the end Melodie (Annie) maintained her overflowing joy, sweet smile, sense of humor, unwavering faith in Christ, and her love of family. She fought valiantly for 22 years with a degenerative disease that eventually robbed her of her mobility,...

Carol Meyer

Oct 6, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Carol J. Meyer, at the age of 84.

Carol had a zest for life, a quick wit and enjoyed her many adventures with her friends and family, preferably after one or two flutes of champagne. She loved her dogs, horses, and the farm where she raised her...

Cynthia Katz

Oct 4, 2024

Cynthia Katz, 86, passed away on October 4, 2024.Wife of the late Arthur Katz, loving mother of Anne Katz, Emily (Timothy) Uhl, and the late Stephen "Blair" Katz and proud grandmother of 5. A private service will be held for Cynthia.

Marilyn "Lynn" Sollberger

Oct 3, 2024

Marilyn "Lynn" Ann Sollberger, [6/12/1942-10/2/20204] beloved wife of Charles W. Sollberger. Devoted mom to Michael Wagner and Jennifer Hepburn. Loving mom-in-law to Rose Wagner and Chuck Hepburn. Step-mom to Patricia Bonacorsi, her husband Chris, step-grandmom to their children Michael, Francesca, Isabella, and Julianna Bonacorsi, step-great grandma to Chris' daughter, Cecilia. Sister to Diane Yancey-Lassmann [Peter Yancey-Lassmann] and aunt to Deni...

Rita Ellis Wolff

Oct 3, 2024

Rita Ellis Wolff, age 90, died peacefully on the morning of October 3, 2024. Rita was born in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, England, on June 11, 1934 to William Jennings and Elsie Madeleine Ellis. She was the youngest of seven children and relished her relationships with her siblings throughout her life. 

In recent years, a weekly highlight was a lively Facetime conversation with...

George Skusa

Oct 2, 2024

George B. Skusa (nee Burleson), age 75, formerly of Orlando, Florida, passed away, October 2, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late David Skusa, devoted mother of Brian (Lenore) Skusa and the late Scott Skusa, loving grandmother of Renae and Hailey, and dear sister of Kara Cross Kunitz. At her request, there will be no service.

Mary Joan "Jody" Bridges

Oct 2, 2024

MARY JOAN "JODY" BRIDGES, age 89 of Union Twp., passed away October 2, 2024. Beloved wife and soul mate of the late Robert T. Bridges. Proud mother of Robert (Marilyn) Bridges, Erin (Rudy) Frey, and Jill (Adam) Painter. Treasured sister of Raymond Helbling and the late Margaret Scott, Rita Dunbar, Theresa Seipelt, Louise Wayson, and Gina Helbling. Dear sister-in-law of...

Janet Willenborg

Sep 30, 2024

Janet Ann Willenborg, 76, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, in Bethesda North Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio. She was born February 24, 1948, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the youngest child of Frank and Marie (Schmitz) Willenborg.

Janet went to Regis High School in Cedar Rapids. She attended Briarcliff College in Sioux City, Iowa, and graduated from St. Louis University. She went...

Denis English

Sep 29, 2024

Denis George English, 83 of Cincinnati passed away September 29, 2024. He was born on September 9, 1941 in Cincinnati the son of the late George and Louise English.

Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Doherty). Loving father of Linda (Randy) Hays and Chris (Jennifer) English. Cherished grandfather of Justin (Kaitlynn) Hays and Rachel Hays. Dear brother of Jerry (Mary Claire) English....

Mary Catherine "Kate" Sampson

Sep 29, 2024

Mary Catherine "Kate" Sampson, age 52, of Cincinnati, passed away on September 29, 2024. Born in Lawrence, MA, she grew up in Cincinnati as the cherished daughter of Anne Murray and the late William Murray.

Kate was a devoted mother to Jack and Emma, and a beloved sister to Christopher (Chris) Murray and Elizabeth (Beth) Clark. She was a...

Carol Cooke

Sep 29, 2024

Carol Lee Cooke (Kile)

Cincinnati, Ohio

February 23, 1945 - September 29, 2024

Carol Lee Cooke, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on September 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in Cincinnati, Ohio. Carol was born on February 23, 1945, just outside of Detroit, Michigan, to the late David and Jean Kile. She was 79 years old at the time...

Susan Schoettmer

Sep 29, 2024

Susan Aline Schoettmer (nee Ertel), age 94 of Mt. Washington, passed away, September 29, 2024. Susan was born in Dayton, Ohio on April 1, 1930. Her parents were Leonard and Wilmon Ertel and her sister Mary Deane. Susan attended Fairview High School class of 1948. She the attended Miami University and graduated class of 1952. She married Joseph H. Schoettmer...

Theodore "Theo" Parlin

Sep 28, 2024

Theo Parlin

A poem written by Theo's father, Andrew Parlin in 2013 when Theo was 9 years old

RENAISSANCE MAN (noun): a person who has wide interests and is expert in several areas

"Theo is a Renaissance man. He is a piano & saxophone player, lego builder, whittler, reader, cat groomer, music lover, chess master, swimmer, bird watcher, grass mower, firewood stacker, dishwasher...