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Barbara A. Helm

Barbara A. Helm

Jul 30, 2026

Barbara Ann Helm, born January 26, 1942 to the late John & Helen Riffell, passed away unexpectedly on July 30, 2026. She was married to a wonderful, caring man Robert Helm for 49 years who lovingly took care of her until her final words that Thursday afternoon.

Barbara loved watching her Gospel TV shows, listening to worship music, reading, going out...

Michael Lee Vore Sr.

Michael Lee Vore Sr.

Jul 29, 2026

Michael (Mike) Lee Vore Sr., 74, of Troy, Ohio passed away on July 29, 2026, surrounded by his family and friends. Mike was a hardworking man whose hands were rarely still, whether he was fixing what was broken, tending to a thriving vegetable garden, or building something with care. Those who knew him often joked that his hands were so...

Rosemary Sammons

Rosemary Sammons

Jul 28, 2026

Rosemary Sammons, age 90, of Tipp City, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.

Rosemary was born on May 14, 1936, in Greenup, Kentucky, to the late Homer and Edna {Bentley} Miller. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Sammons; her parents; and her sisters, Dora Freeman, Evelyn Tubbs, and Sharon Phyllis.

She is survived by her children,...

Willie Couch Jr.

Willie Couch Jr.

Jul 25, 2026

Willie Couch Jr., age 86, of Tipp City, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Spring Meadows Care Center in Woodstock, Ohio.

He was born on April 18, 1940, in Slemp, Kentucky, to the late Willie and Judy (Adams) Couch.

In addition to his parents, Willie was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Deloris Jean Couch; his sons, Paul...

Rex Hal Gibbons

Rex Hal Gibbons

Jul 20, 2026

Gibbons, Rex Hal age 74 of Tipp City, Ohio passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, July 20, 2026. He was born June 16, 1952 in Troy, Ohio to James and Elizabeth “Betty” {White} Gibbons. Rex is preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife Melody “Mikki” Gibbons, brother Patrick Gibbons and sister Paula Hines. He is survived...

Grace L. Curtis

Grace L. Curtis

Jul 18, 2026

Grace L. Curtis, age 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Otterbein in Tipp City, Ohio.

Grace was born on August 8, 1933, in Troy, Ohio, to the late Gerald and Golda "Goldie" (née Burnside) Heaton.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Morris E. "Mo" Curtis; her parents, Gerald and Golda Heaton; and her stepdaughter, Sherry...

Frederick D. Zollers

Frederick D. Zollers

Jul 8, 2026

Frederick "Fred" David Zollers, age 41, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026. A devoted husband, proud father, dedicated law enforcement officer, and loyal friend, Fred lived a life defined by service, integrity, and unwavering commitment to those he loved.

Fred was born on July 25, 1984, in Norristown, Pennsylvania, to Donald R. Zollers and Joyce B. Zollers. Soon after, the family...

Susanne Antil

Susanne Antil

Jul 8, 2026

Antil, Susanne “Susie” age 94 of Tipp City, Ohio passed away peacefully at Hospice of Miami County on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. She was born December 23, 1931 in Wadsworth, Ohio to Frank and Susie {Wright} Reimer. Susie is preceded in death by her parents, her husband James Antil and brother William Reimer. She is survived by her children Karen...

Tonja Renae Johnson

Tonja Renae Johnson

Jul 5, 2026

Johnson, Tonja Renae age 55 of Troy, Ohio passed away, Sunday, July 5, 2026. She was born July 30, 1970 in Dayton, Ohio to Fred and Shirley {Hensley} Edinger. Tonja is preceded in death by her parents and sister; Nina Edinger. She is survived by her son Kelly (Reanna) Ledbetter of Tipp City, sister; Christine (Jeffery) Black and grandchildren; Zeke,...

Robert R. Locke

Robert R. Locke

Jun 18, 2026

Robert R. Locke, affectionately known as Bob, age 84, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at Hospice of Miami County in Troy, Ohio. Born on January 7, 1942, in Covington, Kentucky, Bob lived a life marked by dedication, joy, and faith.

Bob was a proud graduate of Fairborn High School, class of 1959, and further pursued his education at Kent...

Karolyn Anne Stocker

Karolyn Anne Stocker

Jun 8, 2026

Karolyn Anne (Bowers) Stocker, age 81, of Tipp City, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, June 8, 2026. A broken heart was healed as she reunited in Heaven with the love of her life.

Karolyn was born on October 15, 1944, to William “Fred” and Martha (Taylor) Bowers. She was preceded in death...

Darrell E. Sevy

Darrell E. Sevy

Jun 7, 2026

Sevy, Darrell E., age 98, of Tipp City, Ohio, passed away on June 7, 2026 in Miamisburg, Ohio. He was born on June 02, 1928 in Charleston, West Virginia to William “Bill” and Nila Ruth (Hunt) Sevy and reared in Hico, West Virginia. He graduated from Nuttall High School in Lookout, WV with the Class of 1945.

Darrell proudly served in...

Shirley Anne Rawlins

Shirley Anne Rawlins

Jun 3, 2026

Shirley Anne {Black} Rawlins, age 93 of Tipp City, Ohio passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026. She was born to the late Theodore Robert and Martha {Staup} Black in Columbus, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her husband of 69 years Thomas L. Rawlins, brother Theodore Robert Black Jr., and granddaughter Jennifer (Kenny) Schoeb. She will be missed and...

Lindsay Scott Tofstad

Lindsay Scott Tofstad

May 27, 2026

Tofstad, Lindsay Scott age 72 of Tipp City, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. He was born January 21, 1954 in San Antonio, Texas to the late Searle and Enona “Jean” {Palmer} Tofstad. Lindsay is preceded in death by his parents and the love of his lfe, Catherine F. {Henry} Tofstad. He is survived by...

Joseph "Joe" B. Kinnison

Joseph "Joe" B. Kinnison

May 26, 2026

Joseph B. "Joe" Kinnison, 65, of Kerrville, Texas, passed away on May 26, 2026. He was born on Nov. 5, 1960, in Tipp City, Ohio.

Joe is survived by his wife, Catherine Kinnison; his sons, Andrew (Julie) and Charlie Kinnison; his grandchildren, Jack, Henry, McKinley and Callie Kinnison; his sisters, Lynn (Chuck) Azukus and Lisa (Greg) Benedict; aunt Ann Smith; and...

Patricia G. Morones

Patricia G. Morones

May 24, 2026

Patricia Goldie Morones, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and steadfast member of her community, passed away on May 24, 2026, in her home in Tipp City, Ohio. Born on November 8, 1937, in West Liberty, Kentucky, Patricia’s life was marked by unwavering faith, boundless love for her family, and a commitment to excellence in both her personal and professional endeavors.

Patricia’s...

Linda Sue Schindler-Wisecup

Linda Sue Schindler-Wisecup

May 24, 2026

Linda Sue Schindler-Wisecup, age 75, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, in Kettering, Ohio, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Linda was born on December 17, 1950, in Dayton, Kentucky, to William and Erma Arwood. Her faith in Jesus Christ was the center of her life and could be seen in the way she loved and cared for others...

Vikki K. Klopf

Vikki K. Klopf

May 23, 2026

Vikki K. Klopf, a deeply passionate and well-loved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, at Hospice of Miami County in Troy, Ohio. Born on June 1, 1970, in Jacksonville, Florida, Vikki’s life was characterized by her boundless enthusiasm and passion for the very things she cared for.

Vikki earned her bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Franklin...

Thomas D. Nichols

Thomas D. Nichols

May 15, 2026

Thomas D. Nichols, a distinguished professional and cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026. Born on April 12, 1943, Tom’s life was marked by dedication to his career, deep family bonds, and a profound love for life's simple and meaningful pleasures.

Raised in Tipp City, Ohio, Tom laid a strong foundation through education and commitment. He...

Jerry Lynn Harris

Jerry Lynn Harris

May 3, 2026

Jerry Lynn Harris, born September 9, 1943 in Durant Oklahoma, passed away May 3, 2026 in Englewood, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his mother, Cordelia Nix Harris, his father, James Harris, son Mitchell Harris. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Kymberly Gardner-Harris of Tipp City, Ohio, children Melissa Griffin of Colorado and Kenneth Wenze (Troy)...

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