Obituaries

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...

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...

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)...

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,...

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...

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,...

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,...

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...

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.  ...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

Jan 26, 2025

Julie Ann Freels, 63, of Riverside, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025. She was born February 12, 1961, in Dayton, the daughter of the late Criss J. and Irene Edwards. Julie enjoyed riding a Harley, playing the casino slots, doing up her hair and nails, and soaking up the Florida sun with a plate of fried shrimp in...

Jan 26, 2025

Robin Rene Feathers (Schraeder) peacefully passed away in her home in Fort Myers, Florida on January 26th, 2025. She was born on October 7th,1960 at Dover AFB in Delaware, to Robert and Marjorie Schraeder (Wheeler).

Robin is preceded in death by her Parents, grandson Cameron Vincent-Lee Phelan, brother Tommy Schraeder, and furry family Ace, Smokey-dog, Marley, and...

Jan 24, 2025

Frances Lucretia Kimmey, 85, of New Carlisle, Fran passed away unexpectedly to natural causes on January 24, 2025. She was born May 9, 1939, in Fairborn, to the late Pearl and Raymond Rowe. She is survived by her husband of 60 years Richard Kimmey; three sons and daughters-in-law George and Wanda Gaston, Steve and Donna Gaston and Danny and...

Jan 21, 2025

Bonita Young (Jones) of New Carlisle, Ohio left her earthly body on January 21, 2025 at the age of 89.

Bonnie, as she was known to her family and friends, was born on October 19, 1935, in Ary, Kentucky to Dave and Peggy (Stacy) Jones. She was raised deep in the holler of Hazard, Kentucky on Pigeon...

Jan 21, 2025

Leslie Diane Clark, 74, of New Carlisle, died on January 21, 2025, after a second bout with cancer.  She was born on November 22, 1950, the daughter of the late Merle and Marjorie Shroyer.  Leslie is survived by her husband of 53 years Robert Clark, her two sons Ryan Clark and Clifton (Sharon) Clark as well as three grandsons...

Jan 21, 2025

Betty L. Locher, age 91, passed away peacefully on the 21st of January 2025.  She was born on June 29th, 1933, in Pike County, Ohio, to the late Purly and William Horn. Following retirement, Betty enjoyed spending time traveling with her children and grandchildren and being with friends at the YMCA and the Library in Springfield, Ohio.

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Jan 19, 2025

Visitation is on Friday from 12 noon to 1 pm at Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home, New Carlisle.