All Obituaries

John D. Lux, known to many as JL or Doug, passed away on March 18, 2026, at the age of 66. Born on March 22, 1959, JL grew up in New Paris, Ohio, where he often shared stories of his childhood spending time with friends on the hill, fixing lawn mowers with his dad, and helping his uncle raise hunting dogs. JL had a natural gift for making people laugh and a way of turning even the simplest moments into an adventure. His quick wit and infectious laughter made others feel instantly welcome ...

Age 81, of Brookville, passed away unexpectedly at his home on June 14, 2026. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Emma Kracus and sister-in-law, Patricia Kracus. A Dayton native, Robert spent four years serving in the U.S. Army with the 3rd Calvary Regiment. He met the love of his life, Louise in Syracuse, New York and they were married in Canastota, NY on June 21, 1969. After the wedding they moved to Dayton where they built their life with their three daughters. Robert ...

Faye Gordon 83 of Brookville Ohio passed peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Saturday June 6, 2026. Born at home in Brookville November 4, 1942, to Levi & Esther (Baker) Gordon... She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Edward (Tug) Wilson, daughter Cheri, son Ronnie,  siblings Nancy, Larry & Joe. Faye came from a large family of 8 siblings, Joe, Sharon, Robert(Doc), Larry(Cooney), Nancy, Candy & Mark all of Brookville, Ohio. A loving Mom to Vickie, ...

Age 99, of Brookville, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026.  She was preceded in death by her husband, John Mefford; brother, Lowell Kelly “Bud” and sister, Sue Kanorr. LaDonna is survived by her children, Diane Minnich, Yvonne Hudnall, and Chris Mefford; grandchildren, Dawn Hudnall, Matt Minnich, Hollie Day, and Doug Minnich; great-grandchildren, MacKenzie Minnich, Carson Minnich, Kyla and Christopher Day, and Sydney Hudnall; great-great-grandchildren, Jackson Keller, James ...

JACKSON, Estel W. Age 65, of Lewisburg, passed away unexpectedly at Hospice of Dayton on May 26, 2026. Estel was preceded in death by his father, Richard Jackson; sister, Tammy Howett; nephews, Timothy Jackson and Josh Jackson. Estel was truly the life of the party, known by everyone for his sharp wit, great sense of humor, and gift for storytelling. He had a deep passion for speed, spending countless hours following NASCAR, watching any kind of racing he could find, and admiring classic ...

Age 77 of Dayton, passed away on Sunday, May 24th, 2026. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on September 23, 1948, to her parents, Ellis and Marguerite Cunningham who preceded her in death along with her brother, Joe Cunningham and sister Bonnie Cartwright.Patricia is survived by her husband of 58 years, Ernest Combs; 2 children, Missy (Don) Bogner and Kevin (Mary) Combs, 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, Leanne (Ryan) Demmitt and children, Christian and Hunter, and Brandi Bogner and ...

Age 81, of Vandalia, Ohio, passed away on May 13, 2026. She was born on June 21, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio. Norma spent most of her life in Brookville, Ohio, which she always considered home, and spent her later years in Vandalia to be closer to her grandchildren. She was a 1962 graduate of Brookville High School and later attended the Richard Weston School of Beauty in Dayton, Ohio. Norma worked as a hairdresser for more than 50 years, almost entirely in Brookville. ...

Emery was preceded in death by his wife, Terry Rockwell; daughter, Kathy Woolever; brother, Jerry Grace and nephew Jerry Grace Emery served in the U.S. Air Force from 1954-1974 before retiring. He loved Softball and was the pitching coach at Wayne high school for many years. He was a top ranked fastpitch softball pitcher in the Nation in the military. Emery loved to go Fishing, play cards, and scratch off lottery tickets. He is survived by granddaughter, Ronnie Woolever; son, Emery Grace ...

Age 93, of Brookville, passed away on May 3rd, 2026. Coy was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Pearl Roberson and brother Royce Roberson of Monterey, TN. Coy enjoyed playing many musical instruments. his favorite song to play on the harmonica was "You are my Sunshine", so when you hear that song, think of Coy. He had a great career at Gm for 45 years. He is survived by Gary and Gene Roberson of Monterey, TN and three sons, Bruce (Lynn) Roberson, Biff (Kalyn Roberson, ...

Kevin E. Walker, 54, of Morristown, Indiana, passed away  on April 29, 2026. He was born on June 26, 1971, in Cincinnati, Ohio and always considered himself a Buckeye no matter where he lived. Kevin graduated from Preble-Shawnee in 1989. He was a passionate sports fan who loved cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes and the Cincinnati Bengals. An armchair coach, quarterback and every other player on the team, Kevin could often be found analyzing plays, talking football and baseball, and ...