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Recent Obituaries in Springfield and New Carlisle, OH
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Teresa L. Rapp-Green
Feb 18, 2023
Rapp-Green, Teresa L., 69 of Springfield passed away February 18, 2023 in her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born in Springfield, Ohio on April 30, 1953, the daughter of Delbert D. Rapp, Sr. and Mary F. Rapp Whitaker. Teresa was a proud member of Beatty Free Will Baptist Church. She retired as a dental assistant...
Florence Mae Brafford
Feb 15, 2023
Florence Mae Brafford age 76 of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at Southbrook Nursing Home. She was born the daughter of Jerry M. & Emma (Nichols) Murnahan on December 29, 1946, in Springfield, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Stanley Brafford; 6 siblings. Florence is survived by her daughters...
John William Finfrock
Feb 15, 2023
John William Finfrock, 77, of New Carlisle, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. He was born on March 2, 1945, in Troy, OH, the son of the late Glen and Eda Finfrock. John was a proud U.S. Army Veteran, serving in the Vietnam War. He was a lifelong supporter of the...
Lewis Edward Inlow
Feb 15, 2023
Lewis Edward Inlow age 87 of Springfield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at his residence while surrounded by his loving family. He was born the son of Roy William & Cora Artensie (Massie) Inlow on June 5, 1935, in Springfield, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents; 4 sisters Freda Smith,...
Max Russell Innis
Feb 9, 2023
Max Russell Innis, 59, of New Carlisle, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2023. He was born September 25, 1963, in Dayton, the son of the late Fred and Virginia Innis. Max had a very fun loving personality, he loved to make people laugh. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife Kimberly Innis; and a brother Fred...
Chloe "Jeep" Ella Linder
Feb 8, 2023
Chloe Ella “Jeep” (Windle) Linder, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to all, went to be with the Lord on February 8th, 2023 at age 87. Jeep was born September 6th, 1935 in McDermitt, Ohio, the 6th child of Mary and Ernest Windle. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Bill, Ernest “June”, and James...
Herman Neal Raster
Feb 8, 2023
Herman Neal Raster, 68, of New Carlisle passed away February 8, 2023. He was born January 13, 1955, to the late Richard & Lois Raster. He worked for many years as an independent contractor. He was a long-time member of the KofP Lodge #610. Herman was an avid bowler and spent many evenings at the bowling alley with his...
Mary Rapp Whitaker
Feb 7, 2023
Rapp Whitaker, Mary F., 96 of Springfield went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 7, 2023 in the Springfield regional Medical Center. She was born in London, Ohio on January 23, 1927, the daughter of Robert and Sena Clevenger. Mary retired as a cook from Mercy Crest Nursing Home with over 24 years of service. She...
Joseph K. Fritts
Feb 7, 2023
Joseph (Joe) Kevin Fritts, 67, of Springfield, died on Tuesday, January 7, 2023 from cancer. Born in Springfield on January 24, 1956, Joe graduated from Springfield (North) High School in 1974 and worked for the United States Postal Service in many roles, ultimately retiring as postmaster of New Carlisle, Ohio. He loved golfing, gardening, hunting morel...
Susan Helen Knoepfle
Feb 7, 2023
Susan Helen Knoepfle 78, of Huber Heights passed away February 7, 2023. She was born July 27, 1944, to the late Harry & Helen Turner in Dayton, Ohio. She is survived by her daughters, Deborah Vero (Emmanuel), Lori Linder (Nate), Lisa Duncan (Bob); grandchildren, Sylvia Torres, Nena Vero, Mackenzie Burr, Meghan Linder, Kaitlyn, Julie & Hunter Duncan; brother, Vernon...
Betty Jean Coburn
Feb 5, 2023
BETTY JEAN COBURN 95 of New Carlisle, Ohio passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023. She was born November 7, 1927, in Tippecanoe City, Ohio, the daughter of the late James and Lillian Vallieu. She was very active in her church and loved sending cards to people. Betty enjoyed baking cakes and cooking, along with bowling and playing cards with...
Tracy R. Jones
Feb 5, 2023
Jones, Tracy R., 51 of Springfield passed away February 5, 2023, in her residence. She was born in Toledo, Ohio on July 18, 1971. Tracy was known as a very caring person, who loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren; she loved taking care of her house plants and remodeling. She was preceded in death...
Diann Lipps
Feb 4, 2023
Diann Lipps, 84, of New Carlisle, Ohio passed away surrounded by her loved ones on February 4, 2023. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on August 8, 1938, to the late Kenneth & Lucille McCune. Diann worked for 25 years at Olive Branch Jr. High as a Teachers Assistant. She loved playing bingo at St. Peters and was a...
Betty Sharp
Feb 4, 2023
Betty J. Sharp 90, of New Carlisle, went to be with her Lord, February 4, 2023. She was born on September 28, 1932, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Martin & Lola Nelson. Betty was member and officer of the F.O.E Diamond Auxiliary #3491 and past officer and past president of F.O.E. Wright Auxiliary #2641. She enjoyed the charity...
Vanessa Lee Allen
Feb 3, 2023
Vanessa Lee Allen, 60, lifelong resident of New Carlisle passed away Friday, February 3, 2023. She was born on May 2, 1962, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Bill & Thelma Fowler. Vanessa could often be spotted at Speedway either working or visiting. She enjoyed cooking cabbage rolls for her family and spending time with them. She is survived...
Georgette Evans
Jan 31, 2023
Georgette Evans, 70, of New Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. She was born in Dayton on October 5, 1952, the daughter of the late George and Marjorie Pappas. Jet was a loving mother and grandmother, who loved baking for her family and friends. She was a kind soul who would care for the people in her...
Paula Rae Howard
Jan 30, 2023
Paula Rae Howard, 76, of Fairborn, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023. She was born on November 25, 1946 in Xenia, the daughter of the late Paul and Irene Bowermaster. Paula graduated from Clark State University with a degree in Nursing. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Robert Howard; brothers Steven Bowermaster, Kenny, Buddy, and...
Donna L. Mell
Jan 29, 2023
Donna L. Mell, 80, of Miamisburg, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023. She was born in Springfield on December 13, 1942, the daughter of the late Arthur and Alice Steele. Donna graduated from Northwestern High School, Bethel College and Indiana University. She worked as an educator and later a nurse. Donna was a past member of the New Carlisle...
James William Bard
Jan 29, 2023
James W. Bard age 83 of Springfield, went home to be with his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 29, 2023, at The Ohio State University Medical Center. He was born the son of James H. & Ruth G. (Robison) Bard on July 10, 1939, in Springfield, Ohio. He is preceded in death by...
Phyllis J. Gearhart
Jan 29, 2023
Phyllis J. Gearhart, 85, of Springfield, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023. She was born in Dayton on April 17, 1937, the daughter of the late Edwin, Sr. and Thelma Clagett. Phyllis was a lifelong educator, retiring from Huber Heights City Schools. She was a member of Brandt United Methodist Church. Phyllis enjoyed time with her kids, grandkids,...
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