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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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Donald R. Hall Sr.

Donald R. Hall Sr.

Sep 26, 2026

Donald R. Hall Sr. 92, of St. Paris passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026. He was born in Letcher County, Kentucky on December 6, 1933, to the late Morgan and Grace Hall. He was a member of Local 12, San Diego, Operating Engineers Union working for 25 years. Don was a car enthusiast. He was a member of the...

Darlena Mae Bowman

Darlena Mae Bowman

Sep 25, 2026

Darlena Mae (Ginter) Bowman, age 73, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away Friday, September 25, 2026. She was born in Lima, Ohio on July23, 1953 to the late Joseph E. and Betty June Ginter.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026 from 11:00am to 12:00pm at Richards, Raff, and Dunbar Memorial Home, 838 East High...

Paul David Mossbarger

Paul David Mossbarger

Sep 24, 2026

Paul David Mossbarger, 75, of New Carlisle, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026. He was born on June 30, 1951, to the late Emmitt & Joyce Mossbarger. He was a skilled drywall professional. He enjoyed playing golf, pool, and going to the races at Kil-Kare. He loved all dogs. He is survived by his daughters, Paula Vance and Krystal...

Guntis Kalnins

Guntis Kalnins

Sep 24, 2026

Guntis Kalnins, MD DDS MS, age 82, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026.

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Daniel L. Ralston

Daniel L. Ralston

Sep 22, 2026

Daniel L. Ralston, age 63, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away on September 22, 2026.

Daniel was born on October 2, 1962, in Muncie, Indiana. He spent his life in Indiana and Ohio and found great happiness in his later years with the love of his life, Lisa Knox. Together, they were so happy to have found their “forever home”, where they...

David Allen Fraley

David Allen Fraley

Sep 22, 2026

David Allen Fraley, age 69, of Troy, Ohio passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on May 16, 1957, and went home to be with his late parents, Addie and Mary Fraley.

David is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Barbara Fraley; his daughter, Ashley (Scott) Carroll of Troy,...

James Wesley Burns

James Wesley Burns

Sep 20, 2026

James Wesley Burns, 66, of New Carlisle, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026. He was the son of the late John and Rita Burns. He was a member of the 1977 class at Tecumseh High School. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother John Burns. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Beverly Burns, nieces,...

Jane Kathryn Dickard

Jane Kathryn Dickard

Sep 19, 2026

Jane Kathryn Dickard, 76, of Riverside, formerly of New Carlisle, passed away on September 19, 2026. She was born in Springfield, Ohio to the late Phillip and Lois Sherman.

She was a graduate of Tecumseh High School, class of 1968. Jane devoted most of her life to her family as a homemaker. She was an excellent baker and cook. Every member...

Ellen Robertson Wallace

Ellen Robertson Wallace

Sep 15, 2026

Ellen Robertson Wallace, 88, passed away peacefully at the family farm in the early morning of September 15, surrounded by love and care.

Born May 18, 1938, in Cleveland, Ohio, Ellen was the daughter of the late Frederick Irving Robertson and Doris Mary (Byars) Robertson. She was a daughter, sister, twin, wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and the beloved matriarch of her...

Mary Grace Yates

Mary Grace Yates

Sep 14, 2026

Mary Grace Yates, 85, of New Carlisle, OH, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026. She was born April 11, 1941, the daughter of the late Phillip and Margarite Seibert. Mary was a devoted member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, New Carlisle, OH and would often attend Holy Family Catholic Church, North Baltimore, OH, which is close to her extended...

Craig A. Gevedon

Craig A. Gevedon

Sep 14, 2026

Craig Allen Gevedon passed away on September 14th, 2026, in a senseless tragedy. He was born on January 18th, 1960, to Lex and Lyda Gevedon.

Craig loved bringing family and friends together at his home. His happy places were on the front porch swing or the back driveway with a Miller and a friend sharing stories and laughing. He also loved...

Kathy L. Keck

Kathy L. Keck

Sep 13, 2026

Kathy L. Keck, 70, of New Carlisle, passed away on September 13, 2026. She was born on September 23, 1955, the daughter of the late Jean and Rose Marie Keck. She is survived by her aunt Jan Painter; sister Debra & Jeff, brother Kevin & Anjanette, and Karen & Louie, Kelly & John, Kim & Ed; her niece Holly and...

Mary Elizabeth Kirk

Mary Elizabeth Kirk

Sep 11, 2026



Mary Elizabeth Kirk, 88, passed away at VanCrest of New Carlisle on September 11, 2026. She was born on September 10, 1938, to the late Alfa and Mary Melvina Blackburn. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her sister Lenora Icenhower, her brother James (Mabel), Edison (Esther), Robert and David (Margaret) Blackburn, her children’s father, Junior...

Charles Edward Blanton

Charles Edward Blanton

Sep 11, 2026

Charles Edward Blanton, 84, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 11, 2026. He was born September 4, 1942, the beloved son of Hubert & Mary Elizabeth Blanton. He is survived by his wife Beverly (Grimm) Blanton. They married on January 4th, 1964, and were blessed with two wonderful daughters Susan Dana (Scott) Clodfelter & Julie...

Sharon Lou Fowler

Sharon Lou Fowler

Sep 10, 2026

Sharon Lou (Fiste) Fowler, 80, of New Carlisle, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026. She was born December 8, 1945, in Dayton, the daughter of the late Floyd, Sr. and Gertrude (Parks) Fiste. Sharon was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed fishing, baking pies, and traveling throughout Ohio metal detecting. Sharon is preceded in death by her husband...

Martha Ann Wanninger

Martha Ann Wanninger

Sep 9, 2026

Martha Ann (Pitt) Wanninger, age 86, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away on September 9,2026. She was born in Springfield on November 26, 1939, to the late Harold and Catherine (Coffey) Pitt. Martha became a registered nurse and worked in both Cincinnati and Springfield, including at Mercy Medical Center and Mercy Home Health. Later in life, she earned a bachelor’s degree...

Roberta Ann "Robin" Wilson

Roberta Ann "Robin" Wilson

Sep 6, 2026

Roberta A. (Robin) Wilson slipped peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Sunday September 6, 2026. Born on July 2, 1948, in Sault Ste Marie Michigan, her parents were Ada M. And William D. Blessing.

Robin loved spending time with her loving husband Ralph, working on her scrapbooks and homemade cards as well as socializing with her many friends.

She was preceded...

Darwin Taylor

Darwin Taylor

Sep 6, 2026

Darwin Taylor, age 90, of New Carlisle, passed away on September 6, 2026. He was born March 11, 1936, in Lawrence County, OH, to the late Ernest and Mary Taylor. In addition to his parents, Darwin was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Donna Taylor; as well as his brother, Darrell.

He is survived by his son, Danny R....

George Henry Ball

George Henry Ball

Sep 5, 2026

George Henry Ball, age 89, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away on September 5, 2026. He was born in Levering, Michigan on June 13, 1937 to the late George and Gladys (Bartlett) Ball. 

Per George's request, no services will be held at this time. He will be laid to rest at Ferncliff Cemetery in Springfield. 

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William Thomas Foster

William Thomas Foster

Aug 31, 2026

William T. “Bill” Foster, age 87, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away at The Masonic Home on August 31, 2026. He was born in Dalton, Georgia, on January 6, 1939, to the late Herman and Aurelia Foster. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Grace Mary Foster; uncle, Walter F Harris; sister,...

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