Obituaries

Feb 13, 2020

Walter E. Sowers, 94, of Springfield passed away, Thursday, February 13, 2020 surrounded by family. He was born October 1, 1925 in Springfield, the son of the late Roy and Magdalena Sowers. Walter retired from the City of Springfield Parks Department. He loved anything outdoors, especially mushroom hunting and mowing his grass. Walter is survived by his wife of...

Feb 13, 2020

Bruce Jacobson, 82, of Springfield, passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side, Thursday, February 13, 2020. He was born July 9, 1937 in Cleveland, OH, the son of the late Sigurd and Edith Jacobson. Bruce is a veteran of the U.S. Airforce and retired from Navistar after 26 years. After retirement he was a member...

Feb 12, 2020

MAURITA ANN PHIPPS

77, of New Carlisle, Ohio passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2020. She was born May 23, 1942 in Selma, Alabama the daughter of the late Charles & Gertie Black. She is survived by a daughter, Ginny (Michael) Reno; a sister, Judy (Dennis) Reck; two brothers, Charles (Susie) Black, Don (Deb) Black; four grandchildren; ;...

Feb 11, 2020

Carol J. Szary

80, of Medway, Ohio passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 11, 1939 in Warren, Ohio the daughter of the late George & Thelma (Crawford) Emery. She is survived by her children, Tina Altevers, Tabitha (Mike) Stoltz; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; daughters-in-law; nieces, nephews, other...

Feb 8, 2020

Adams, Georgia Delphena, 84 of Springfield passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at Wooded Glen Nursing and Rehab on Saturday, February 8, 2020. She was born April 21, 1935 in Broad Top, PA to Clyde and Anna Smith. Georgia lived a long and happy life. She was a nurse for over 30 years, raised many kids, loved baking,...

Feb 6, 2020

Jennifer L. (James) Hart

53, of Englewood, Ohio passed away Thursday, February 6, 2020. She was born November 8, 1966 in Dayton the daughter of Jimie & Joyce (Hendrickson) James. She was employed at Kodak in Dayton.She is survived by her parents, two brothers, Jeffrey & Jason; special partner, Paul Robbins; other relatives and friends. Visitation will...

Feb 2, 2020

Jenkins, Nicholas G.,

age 40, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020. Nick was greeted in heaven by all who preceded him but God & his brother & guardian angel Tommy is who finally allowed Nick’s soul to have peace. Nick leaves his children to carry on his memory & the very best parts of him, Cody, Patience,...

Jan 30, 2020

CLAY D. HICKS

Age 53, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2020. He was a beloved son, brother and uncle. Clay enjoyed fishing, watching movies, playing video games and spending time with the family and friends. He was a 1984 graduate of Tecumseh High School. Clays is survived by his four sisters, Susan Gilbert, Gayle (Jack) Ponder, Violet...

Jan 29, 2020

Skabla, Patricia L. DuVal, 89 of Springfield passed away January 29, 2020 in her residence. She was born in Springfield, Ohio on August 25, 1930, the daughter of Walter and Aleen Blake. She was a member of the Donnels Creek Church of the Brethren. Patricia was a graduate of Springfield High School and enjoyed reading in her...

Jan 29, 2020

Charles Norman Espich, 82, of Springfield passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020. He was born January 10, 1938 in Springfield the son of Gayle Norman and Juanita (Harper) Espich. Charles retired at the age of 49, from International Harvester with 31 years of service. He then worked for Speedway, retiring again after 10 years. Charles was very active in...

Jan 28, 2020

Burgel, Phyllis Lee, 84 of Urbana passed away January 28, 2020 in the Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born in Greenfield, Ohio on November 24, 1935, the daughter of Herman and Cathleen Hines. She was a member of the former Bowlusville United Methodist Church. In her spare time she enjoyed quilting, ceramics and doing crafts. She retired as...

Jan 28, 2020

Hodge, Vorita, 91 of Springfield passed away January 28, 2020. She was born on June 11, 1928 in Carter County, TN, the daughter of the late Coy E. and Mammie Nave. She retired as a housekeeper for the K of P Home and Good Shepherd Village. She was preceded in death by her husband’s Bill Hodge and...

Jan 28, 2020

JANET ANN EMANUEL

84, of Medway, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 28. 2020. She was born October 13, 1935 in Columbus the daughter of the late Clarence & Helen (Rawn) Busey. She is survived by a son, Mark (Diana) Emanuel; granddaughters Shawna and Sarai; and great grandson Max. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in...

Jan 28, 2020

James V. Doepel Jr.

51, of New Carlisle, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020. He was born December 17, 1968 in Dayton, Ohio the son of James, Sr. & Sherry (Johnson) Doepel. He retired from JJ Transportation. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Lori Doepel; two sons, Christopher (Kristen) Doepel, Caleb Doepel; a...

Jan 26, 2020

Harold R. "Richard" Raines, 87, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, January 26, 2020. He was born May 29, 1932 in Springfield, the son of Walter and Loveda Raines. Richard was a veteran of the U.S. Airforce. He loved his family and was heartbroken over the recent passing of his wife of 67 years, Janice on January 5, 2020. Richard...

Jan 25, 2020

RONALD B. LONGBRAKE

86, of Medway, Ohio passed away Saturday, January 25, 2020. He was born May 2, 1933 in Brownfield, Texas the son of the late Otis & Flora (Broughton) Longbrake. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran & retired from Wright Patterson Air Force Base. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Dorla...

Jan 24, 2020

Salyers, Roberta Mae., 84 of Springfield passed away January 24, 2020 in the Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born in Springfield, Ohio on August 13, 1935, the daughter of John E. and Thelma Hyer. Roberta was a member of the International Pentecostal Church of Christ and the Ladies Church Auxiliary. In her spare time she could...

Jan 23, 2020

Ratliff, Rev. Jerry Thomas, 82 of Springfield passed January 23, 2020 in his residence. He was born in Hinton, WV on April 14, 1937, the son of Roscoe W. and Nancy E. Ratliff. Jerry served his country in the Army National Guard. He held degrees in Early Childhood Development Education and Theology. He served as Pastor of the Ramp...

Jan 23, 2020

Byerman, Beulah L., of Delray Beach, FL passed away January 23, 2020. She was born in Highland County, Ohio on February 16, 1926, the daughter of Harley and Iva Everhart. She graduated from Buckskin School in South Salem, Ohio. She was a longtime member of Maiden Lane Church of God and retired from National City Bank Main Office. After...

Jan 23, 2020

Flory, Marvin E., 78 of Springfield passed away January 23, 2020 in Fox Run Senior Living. He was born in Clark County, Ohio on January 15, 1942, the son of David and Goldie Flory. He was a 1960 graduate of Northwestern High School. Marvin retired as a driver with 35 years of service from UPS and was...