Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Springfield and New Carlisle, OH

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Springfield and New Carlisle, OH area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Claude "Edd" Edgar Jennings

Claude "Edd" Edgar Jennings

Feb 28, 2025

CLAUDE EDGAR JENNINGS JR

Fondly known as Edd, went home to be with his Lord & Savior on February 28th, 2025.

The oldest of four, Edd was born July 17th, 1942 in Kingsport, Tennessee to the late Mabel Alice (Johnson) and Claude Edgar Jennings Sr. In his teenage years his family moved to New Carlisle,...

Edward John "E.J." Turner

Edward John "E.J." Turner

Feb 25, 2025

Edward John “EJ” Turner of New Carlisle, passed away peacefully at the age of 67 on February 25, 2025. Born to the late Edward “Eddie” and Mary Catherine “MC” (Ewald) Turner on October 17, 1957, in Dayton. EJ will be dearly missed by his son and daughter-in-law, Quinton and Abigail Turner; sisters, Pixie (Chuck) Smith and Kelli (Greg) Whitt;...

John Henry Jones

John Henry Jones

Feb 25, 2025

John Henry Jones, 78, passed away on February 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving children and grandchildren. John was born on December 31, 1946, to Woodrow and Audrey Jones. He dedicated his life to his family and served his country with honor during the Vietnam War as a member of the US Army. He married the love of his...

Craig S. Taylor

Craig S. Taylor

Feb 23, 2025

Craig S. Taylor, born on June 25, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2025, after a courageous two-week battle in the hospital. He was 64 years old. Craig has now found eternal rest in the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ.

He is survived by his three sons, Stephen (wife Bethany), Alex, and...

Jody Alexander

Jody Alexander

Feb 21, 2025

Jody Alexander Age 64, of New Carlisle, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on February 21, 2025.

Born in Wheeling, WV, daughter of Shirley and Charles, grand daughter of Gene and Radford Sign, and Audrey and Charles Smail.

Jody was the beloved wife of Bob Alexander for 46 years, cherished mother of Robby (wife...

Jack D. Pelphrey

Jack D. Pelphrey

Feb 21, 2025

Jack D Pelphrey, 96, of Springfield, Ohio, died Feb. 21, 2025, in his winter home of Fort Myers, Florida. He was born Jan. 21, 1929, in the Denver area of Johnson County, Kentucky, as the second of seven children of the late Don and Lavada Pelphrey (Reed). Growing up during the Great Depression in eastern Kentucky...

Gerry Ann Riano

Gerry Ann Riano

Feb 20, 2025

Gerry A. Riano, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away on February 20, 2025. Entombment will be a Rose Hill Burial Park. Following Gerry’s wishes, no services will be held at this time.

To share a memory of Gerry, or leave a special message for her family, please see the online guestbook below.

Raymond "Ray" Franks

Raymond "Ray" Franks

Feb 20, 2025

On February 20, 2025, after an unexpected squirrelly ride, Raymond “Ray” Franks reached the finish line and pulled his final parachute.  Others may say he hit a walk-off grand slam, hit that red Triple 7 Jackpot or finally made that perfect Grade A casting.  In the end, it was time to rest.

Ray was born on December...

Richard E. "Dick" Rinker

Richard E. "Dick" Rinker

Feb 17, 2025

Richard E. Rinker, 86, of New Carlisle, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 17, 2025. He was born April 14, 1938, in Springfield, the son of the late Harold and Louisa (Schulte) Rinker. Dick was a 1956 Graduate of Tecumseh High School. During high school, he attained the first State and American Farmer Degree for...

Kenneth "Ken" M. Luther

Kenneth "Ken" M. Luther

Feb 17, 2025

Kenneth "Ken" M. Luther, 56, of Tipp City, Ohio passed away on February 17, 2025. He was born on July 11, 1968, to the late George Martin Luther, Sr. & Eunice Lee Gross.

Ken was a devoted and fun-loving husband to his wife Barbie. A proud family man, he cherished his children, Dustin (Lexi) Luther, Cheyenne (Jake)...

Laura Kay Kaffenbarger

Laura Kay Kaffenbarger

Feb 17, 2025

Laura Kay Kaffenbarger

January 1, 1944 – February 17, 2025

Laura Kay Kaffenbarger, 81, of Springfield, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on February 17, 2025. Born on New Year’s Day in 1944 to the late Norris and Mary Sanders, Laura’s life was a testament to faith, devotion, and service. She embodied love,...

Elaine Louise Benton

Elaine Louise Benton

Feb 15, 2025

Elaine Louise Benton, 79, of New Carlisle passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Dayton on April 21, 1945, to the late Richard and Loraine Crutchfield. She graduated from Tecumseh High School in 1963. She loved to crochet and made over 500 afghans for her family and friends. She enjoyed reading and spending...

Pamela Sue Wolf-Staggs

Pamela Sue Wolf-Staggs

Feb 12, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Pamela Sue Wolf (Staggs) announces her passing on February 12, 2025. Pamela was born in Dayton Ohio on January 12, 1967. She attended and graduated from Wayne High School, class of 1985. Pamela is survived by her partner, Paul Wolf, Mother, Nancy Staggs, Children, Joshua (Lindsay) Staggs and BreAnna Staggs,...

Rose Marie Tromp

Rose Marie Tromp

Feb 12, 2025

Rose Marie Tromp, 90, of New Carlisle, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. She was born May 19, 1934, in Big Run, WV, the daughter of the late Norman and Grace LeeMasters. Rose was a longtime hostess at many area restaurants, including The Mill, Mel-o-Dee Restaurant, and the Tavernette. She is survived by her children Edward (Robyn) Silves,...

Nicholas Taylor Kidd

Nicholas Taylor Kidd

Feb 9, 2025

Nicholas Taylor Kidd, 26, of New Carlisle, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born January 3, 1999, in Springfield, the son of Donald Kidd and Nancy Byington. Nick was an avid Gamer, loved Anime and was currently learning Japanese. Nick loved his family, especially his brother’s and his nieces. He is preceded...

Allie Jay Dooley

Allie Jay Dooley

Feb 8, 2025

Allie Jay Dooley, age 95, of Springfield, Ohio went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ February 8, 2025, at St. Elizebeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio.  Allie was born on August 21,1929 in Charley, Kentucky, the son of Harrison and Bertha (Edwards) Dooley.

Allie was a member of the Springfield Free Will Baptist Church.  ...

Joshua Wayne Mcgraner

Joshua Wayne Mcgraner

Feb 6, 2025

Joshua Wayne McGraner, 38, went too soon to be with Jesus on February 6, 2025.

Joshua is survived by his parents Terry and Brenda McGraner; brothers Daniel (Heidi), Christopher (Tasha), Benjamin (Tonya); fiancé Jess Ann Kitchin and her children Avianna, Cylus, and Milah; uncles and aunts Jerry and Kathie McGraner, Mike and Lynne Jameson, Tesa and Ray...

Larry M. Hanefeld

Larry M. Hanefeld

Jan 30, 2025

Larry M. Hanefeld, age 82, of Springfield, Ohio passed away on January 30, 2025 at Springfield Regional Medical Center, after a brief illness. Larry was born in Fort Wayne, IN, on April 22, 1942, to the late Clarence and Ruth Hanefeld.

In his younger years, Larry was an exceptional baseball player and enjoyed boating and water skiing...

Raymond Dee Bunch

Raymond Dee Bunch

Jan 27, 2025

Raymond Bunch, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27th, 2025, at the age of 76. He was a cherished resident of New Carlisle, Ohio but began his remarkable life journey in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, where he was born on March 13th, 1948.

Raymond was a devoted family man,...

Jessie G. Mcgraner

Jessie G. Mcgraner

Jan 27, 2025

Jessie G. McGraner, 97, passed away on January 27, 2025.

Jessie is survived by her sons Jerry L. McGraner (Kathie) and Terry W. McGraner (Brenda), granddaughters Melissa J. Harris (Nathan), Kristen L. Nickols (Jake), Melinda J. Allen (Matthew), grandsons Daniel P. McGraner (Heidi), Christopher J. McGraner (Tasha), Joshua W. McGraner (Jess Ann), Benjamin S. McGraner (Tonya), Jonathan...

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