All Obituaries

UTRUP, Samantha E. Age 24, of Lewisburg, formerly of Brookville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 14, 2019 following a sudden illness. She was born in Lima and she attended Brookville High School and the Miami Valley Career Technology Center. She was a stay at home pet mom. Samantha is survived by her mom, Jill Utrup; dad, David Utrup, Sr.; brothers, Jason Utrup (Madison Lewis), Jarred Watkins (fiancée, Ashleigh), Mike Utrup (fiancée, Audriona) & David Utrup,...

JENKINS, Virginia L. Age 89, of Brookville, passed away Monday, March 11, 2019. Virginia was a wonderful wife and mother who loved her family, worshiping at church, traveling, listening to music and visiting the theater. She had a long career as an insurance agent at Gordley, Olt, and Ferneding, sang in the church choir, and also attended Bible studies. Virginia is survived by her husband of 67 years, Jack Jenkins; sons, Stephen (Mary) Jenkins, and Michael (Jane) Jenkins; grandchildren,...

SUTE, Joseph H. Age 90, of Brookville, peacefully left his earthly body on Thursday, March 7, 2019 in his children’s presence. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Sute; Son-in-law, Brian Schmidt; two brothers, and three sisters. Joseph was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War and retired from DP&L. Survived by his children; Judy Schmidt, Jerel (Carol) Sute, and Janel (Chris) Welch; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A Memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m....

WEAVER, Frank Age 66, of Brookville, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 1, 2019 in Dayton. Frank is preceded in death by his wife, Deborah Weaver (Aug. 23, 2013), and his parents, Wilbur and Josephine Weaver. Frank proudly served in the United States Army and is a Vietnam Veteran. He is a member of the Brookville VFW Post#3288. He spent most of his life working for GM and retired from there after 33 years. Frank enjoyed crappie and bass fishing, mushroom hunting,...

WILLIAMSON, J. Dale Age 77, of Brookville, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at Hospice of Dayton, following an extended illness. He was preceded in death by a sister, Carolyn Gregory. He was a certified Master Plumber, a member of Brookville Grace Brethren Church, and he was passionate about woodworking and cycling. Dale is survived by his wife of 57 years, Becky; children, Jerry (Denise) Williamson, Linda (Frank) Ecklar & John (Robyn) Williamson; grandchildren, Gina, Quinn,...

McPECK, Donald Hugh Age 89, of Bellbrook, passed away on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at Bellbrook Health & Rehab following an extended illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley in 2002 and by a sister, Sue Regal. He was a longtime dairy farmer in both Logan and Miami Counties. He owned McPeck Dairy Supply, he was a longtime member of the Montgomery County Fair Board and he was also the Fire Chief in Phillipsburg for many years. He is survived by sons, Mike (Renee) McPeck,...

KUMP, James A. “Jim” Age 57, of Brookville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 14, 2019. He was preceded in death by his father, Bob Kump. He was a graduate of Brookville High School and a carpenter by trade. He is survived by his mother Linda Kump; brother, Steve (Denise) Kump and numerous other relatives and friends. At the request of the family, all services will be held privately.

Daryl Dennis Kollmeyer Age 67, passed away on February 3rd, 2019.  Daryl was born on May 19th, 1951 in Darke County. He attended Arcanum High School graduating from Greenville High School in 1969. Daryl served in the Ohio National Guard for 7 years and worked as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service serving the Village of Arcanum for 20 years. Daryl is survived by his sons; Korbin Kollmeyer and Klinton Kollmeyer (Brittany Nicholson); grandsons (from Korbin and Michelle...

KIRBY, John C. Age 76, of Brookville, passed away on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was preceded in death by his parents, by a brother Jim, and by an infant granddaughter. He retired from Ford Motor Co. and was a tool & die maker. John is survived by his wife of 31 years, Vera; sons, Bradley & Matthew; daughter, Lorri; grandson, Jason; step-son Marty; step-daughter, Deb; grandchildren, Nate, Michael & Leah; great-grandchildren, Nicholas &...

DONTHNIER, Janet L. Age 74, formerly of Brookville, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at Heartland of Centerville, following an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her husband Harold. She was an STNA at Brookhaven for over 10 years. Her faith in Christ was a significant part of her life. Janet is survived by daughters, Kris (Rick) Berry, Lori (Adam) Eikenberry, Amanda (Michael) Ady; son, Steve (Shalissa) Donthnier; 16 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; brothers, Forest...