Obituaries

Russel F. George

Russel F. George

Jul 18, 2024

THE SERVICES HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, JULY 25 AT PREBLE MEMORY GARDENS FUNERAL CENTER.  THE VISITATION WILL BE 4PM TO 6PM WITH THE SERVICE TO BEGIN AT 6PM.

Russell F. George

age 94, of Eaton, Ohio, entered Heaven’s gates on July 18th, 2024.

Russell was welcomed into the world on June 19th, 1930 to parents Emery A. and Marie E. (Hilbert) George...

Chris "Boo-Boo" Barnett

Chris "Boo-Boo" Barnett

Jul 12, 2024

Chris “Boo-Boo” Barnett

47, of Covington, Kentucky, passed away, Friday, July 12, 2024.

He was born May 1, 1977, in Covington, to his parents, Clifton Earl Barnett, Jr. and Joyce Ann (Reed) Snyder.

Chris was preceded in death by his dad, Clifton.

He is survived by his mom, Joyce (David) Snyder; partner, William Harrison; siblings, Joy “Sissy” Brockman, Catherine (Punky) Robinson, and James “Joe”...

James "Turk" Douglass

James "Turk" Douglass

Jun 27, 2024

James “Turk” Douglass

81 of Eaton, formerly of Camden, passed away peacefully, on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at his home.

He was born on March 27, 1943, to the late Harvey S. and Helen V. (MacDonald) Douglass.

In addition to his parents, Turk was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Frances; brother, Charles Douglass; and sister, Dorothy Gray. 

He is survived...

Robert "Bob" Burt, Sr.

Robert "Bob" Burt, Sr.

Jun 26, 2024

Robert “Bob” Burt, Sr.

85, of Camden, went Home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, June 26, 2024.

He was born March 17, 1939, in Chillicothe, to the late Harold Vernon and Jane A. (Norton) Burt.

In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his sisters, Kaye Oney and Gari Lynn Burt.

He is survived by his wife, Valerie Burt; children,...

Janice Johnson Pyfrin

Janice Johnson Pyfrin

Jun 25, 2024

Janice Johnson Pyfrin

On Tuesday June 25, 2024, Janice Johnson Pyfrin, passed away in Hamilton, Ohio after a long battle with cancer. She was 73 years old.

Jan is survived by her sisters, Carolyn (Jim) Seals Eaton OH, Virginia Perry College Corner OH, Joyce (Don) Boyd Middletown OH and Dennis Brock Oxford OH; sisters by choice Winnie (Charlie) Dickerson Oxford, and Mae...

William Shannon Stapleton

William Shannon Stapleton

Jun 7, 2024

William Shannon Stapleton51, of Camden, went to be with the Lord, Friday, June 7, 2024.

He was born July 27, 1972, in Hamilton, to William R. Jr. and Sue (Parker) Stapleton.

Shannon was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, William and Reva Stapleton; and maternal grandparents, Pastor Riley and Lucy Parker.

He is survived by his wife, Rebekah E. Stapleton, whom he...

Maddie K. Richardson

Maddie K. Richardson

May 28, 2024

Maddie Richardson

20, of Camden, unexpectedly passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her grandpa, Ron Pugh; and great grandparents, Jerome and Ann Richardson; great grandma’s, Sarah Johnson, Madonna Rader, and Betty Taylor.

Maddie is survived by her dad, Aaron Richardson; sister, Kaitlyn Cheek; nephews, Brantley, Walker, and Nolan Cheek; grandparents, Sheila and Gary Taylor, Ron and Paula...

Debbie A. Haller

Debbie A. Haller

Apr 27, 2024

Debbie Haller64, of Camden, suddenly passed away, Saturday, April 27, 2024.

She was born August 24, 1959, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Elmer Gene and Margaret Ray (Holbrook) Browning.

In addition to her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Dave Haller, and sisters, Janey Cupp and Gena Harshman.

She is survived by her daughters, Jessie (Brad)...

Cheryl A. Caudill

Cheryl A. Caudill

Apr 24, 2024

Cheryl Caudill (Hobbs)age 67 of Camden, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2024. Cheryl was born February 17, 1957 to the late James (Doris) Hobbs. Cheryl was married to Michael (Ray) Hogan on October 10, 2020.

She is survived by her children: Jennifer (Nathaniel) Ferrell, Laura (PJ) Burton, Steve (Tiffany) Jones, and James (Faye) Reed, twelve grandchildren, two...

Vernon E. Marcum

Vernon E. Marcum

Apr 9, 2024

Vernon E. Marcum83, of Somerville, went Home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, April 9, 2024.He was born June 22, 1940, in Hamilton, to the late Philip and Pearl (Weddle) Marcum.In addition to his parents, Vernon was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Linda Marcum; son, Clay Minter; brothers, Hubert, Philip, and Robert Marcum; and sister, Wanda...

Keith L. George

Keith L. George

Apr 6, 2024

Keith L. George

81, of Camden, went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2024.  He was at Hospice of Hamilton, and we want to thank them for their care.

Keith was a 1963 graduate of Preble Shawnee school and entered the service after graduation.  He worked at George Brother’s Garage for 47 years, was fireman with Camden Fire Department for...

Dave Haller

Dave Haller

Apr 2, 2024

Dave Haller

67, of Camden, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side, on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.

He was born May 3, 1956, in Dayton, to the late Clifford B. and Florence L. (Mayfield) Haller.

Dave is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Debbie Haller; daughters, Jessie (Brad) Miller and Stephanie (Jason) Newton; grandchildren, Jenna and Will...

Doris S. Clark

Doris S. Clark

Mar 30, 2024

Doris Clark

75, of Camden, OH, passed away, on March 30, 2024 at Hospice of Hamilton.

She was born August 25, 1948, in Berea, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Burton and Sarah Fields.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the love of her life, Jack Clark, on December 9, 2011; son, Donald Wayne Clark on...

Fred R. Sexton

Fred R. Sexton

Mar 26, 2024

Fred R. Sexton, Age 84, of Camden, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday March 26, 2024. He was born in Rock Castle County, KY, to the late Earl & Ruth (Bradley) Sexton on September 16, 1939.  Along with his parents, Fred is preceded in death by his sister, Janice Cox. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years,...

Yolonda Murphy

Yolonda Murphy

Mar 24, 2024

Yolonda (Hoover) Murphyage 91, passed into Heaven on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Woodland Country Manor, Somerville, OH. She was born February 26, 1933 in Estill County, KY to Charles and Geneva (Winkle) Hoover. Yolonda was their eldest daughter of six children.  They moved to Ohio and eventually to Camden where she lived her life and proudly called home, graduating from...

Corinne M. Wenning

Corinne M. Wenning

Mar 24, 2024

Corinne Wenning53, of Eaton, joined her husband, Rick, in Heaven, on Sunday, March 24, 2024.

She was born March 21, 1971, to the late John and Retta Edrington of Camden, Ohio.

After graduating from Preble Shawnee High School and MCJVS in 1990, Corinne became a long-time photographer in the Preble County area where she made many life-long friends along with numerous wonderful...

Joe Clevenger

Joe Clevenger

Mar 12, 2024

Joe Clevenger

With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Joe, a cherished friend, beloved family member, and passionate enthusiast of life's simple joys. Joe's journey on this earth ended on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and unwavering loyalty.

He is survived by a very large extended family.  Essentially, if you were a friend, he considered you...

Janel Kiracofe

Janel Kiracofe

Mar 11, 2024

Janel Kiracofe88, of Camden, passed away, Monday, March 11, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd B. and Mary C. Kiracofe; son, Bill Kiracofe; and siblings, Gene Paul, James, Roy, Darrel, and Donald Kiracofe.

Janel is survived by her grandchildren, Devin, Samantha, and Jakob; and numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

She spent her formative years on the family farm,...

Pearlie C. Kirby

Pearlie C. Kirby

Mar 9, 2024

Pearlie C. Kirby

79, of West Elkton, passed away, Saturday, March 9, 2024.

She was born May 18, 1944, in Middletown, to the late Edgar Alfred and Zuda Golden (Peck) Miller.

In addition to her parents, Pearlie was preceded in death by her siblings, Wilma Hart, Rachel Lacy, Edgar LeRoy Miller, Norman Miller, and John Miller.

She is survived by her loving husband of...

Michael Leroy Davis

Michael Leroy Davis

Mar 2, 2024

Michael Leroy Davis

Age 81, city of Rotonda West, Florida, passed away 3/2/2024

He was born 8/15/1942, in Middletown Ohio, to the late Irma Davis Brieitenbecher.

In addition to his mother, Mike was preceded in death by his daughter Kim Jacobs and sons Kent Davis and David Hawkins and his partner Noreen Rios. 

He is survived by his grandchildren Jared Jacobs, Zoe Jacobs and Brooke Maurer and...