Obituaries

Dec 14, 2025

Linda Anne (Kehm) Shedloski passed away peacefully after a long illness on Sunday, December 14, 2025, in New Albany, Ohio. She was 88 years old.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Linus and Mary Kehm, and her sister, Elaine (Kehm) Tallackson.

She is survived by three children—Chet (Cindy) Shedloski, David Shedloski and Melinda...

Dec 12, 2025

V. Joyce Ward, of Troy, passed away December 12, 2025 surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her life. She was born on July 9, 1940, in Athensville, Illinois, to the late Russell E. and Cornelia (Standridge) Stone.

Joyce was a woman of deep faith, boundless energy, and unforgettable presence. Above all else, she loved...

Dec 8, 2025

Bruce E. Heffner, age 87, of Sidney, passed away on December 8, 2025 at Piqua Manor.  He was born on January 19, 1938 to late Robert E. Heffner, Sr. and Evelyn M. (Young) Heffner.

Bruce is survived by his wife of 62 years: Rhonda (Miller) Heffner; sister-in-law: Barb Treon; nieces: Vicki (Jan) Peebles, Cheryl (Tim) Jacobson, Becky...

Dec 7, 2025

Stella passed away at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 6:24 PM. She was born on April 27, 1949 to Frances (Hopkins) Moore. She is survived by her husband, Herbert Brewer, daughter, Stacey Brewer, grandson Allen (Kristin) Lee, nephew Steve (Jill) Brewer and niece Teresa (Bill) Hooper.

Stella graduated from the Dayton School...

Dec 6, 2025

Dorothy Scarff, age 85, of Troy, OH passed away on December 6, 2025 at Vancrest of Upper Valley, Troy. She was born on February 21, 1940 in Ashland, KY to the late William and Emma (Jackson) Stevens.

Dorothy is survived by her children: John Christopher  Keysor of Franklin, OH, Gregory Scott (Debbie) Keysor of The Villages, FL,...

Dec 5, 2025

Gregory Allan Longacre passed away at StoryPoint of Troy at the age of 77 after a lengthy battle from Parkinson's on December 5, 2025. He was surrounded by his close friends upon his passing.

Gregory is survived by his siblings: Russell Longacre, Barbara Nelson, Tim Longacre, and Mick Longacre. He was preceded in death by his wife:...

Dec 2, 2025

Susan Raymond, age 71, of Troy, OH passed away on December 2, 2025 at The James at The Ohio State University. She was born on May 21, 1954 in Piqua, OH to the late Paul Kessler, Sr. and Edith "Jerry" (Weaver) Gillis.

Susan is survived by her daughter: Jessica (Zack) Eversole of Troy; granddaughter: Keyara Rigsbee; great...

Dec 2, 2025

Robert M Baird, age 95, of Troy, OH passed away on December 2, 2025. He was born on February 17, 1930 in Cambridge, OH to the late Charles Thomas and Lena M. Warden Baird.

Bob is survived by his wife of 68 years of marriage: D. Ann (Davisson) Baird; three children: R. Mark (Carol) Baird of Raymond,...

Nov 29, 2025

Deborah D. Hays, age 60, of Troy, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at her residence.  She was born on February 3, 1965, in Dayton to Loretta (Crider) Hays of Troy and the late Bruce E. Hays.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her children: Timothy (Sara) Fugate of NC, Jacob Fugate of...

Nov 27, 2025

TODD MICHAEL MURPHY, 50, of Gordon, Ohio passed away suddenly on November 27, 2025.

Born on April 13, 1975 in Troy, Ohio, Todd graduated from Montgomery County JVS majoring in AG Tech. He worked for both Terra and Rudy's Grain of Covington, Ohio before and after graduation and then attained his CDL and began his Semi Truck...

Nov 27, 2025

In loving memory of Dennis (Denny) Lee Schaffer.

Denny Schaffer, age 71, of Troy, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 27, 2025.  He had been ill with congestive heart failure for several years.

Denny was born on October 6, 1954 in Owosso, Michigan to Max and Leona Schaffer.  He had an...

Nov 26, 2025

Terry Lee Hawkins, age 67, of Troy, OH passed away on November 26, 2025 at his residence. He was born on December 5, 1957 in Sandusky, OH to the late Billie E. and Ruby Jane (Kessler) Hawkins.

He is survived by his wife of 32 years of marriage: Tammy (Butt) Hawkins; children: Windy Hawkins and Sarah (Adam)...

Nov 26, 2025

Scott A. Lanning, age 53, of Tipp City, OH, passed away on November 26, 2025 at Hospice of Miami County Inpatient Unit after a brief illness. He was born on January 17, 1972, in Athens, OH to William and Carolyn Lanning of Troy.

In addition to his parents, Scott is survived by his children: Katie Lanning of...

Nov 24, 2025

Robert Dean "Bob" Tolbert, age 82, of Troy, OH went home to be with The Lord on November 24, 2025 at his residence. He was born on May 3, 1943, in Alliance, OH,  to the late Donald and Mary Lucille (Cartwright) Tolbert.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years of marriage: June Tondelayo (Webster) Tolbert;...

Nov 20, 2025

Mary Lou DeHart July 30, 1943 – November 20, 2025

Mary Lou (Smith) DeHart, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away surrounded by love. Born on July 30, 1943, in Troy, Ohio, to William E. Smith II and Mary Ellen (Kidder) Smith, Mary Lou lived a life full of joy, generosity, and devotion to family and...

Nov 17, 2025

Michael Osborn, age 63, formerly of Miami County and more recently of Lima, OH passed away on November 17, 2025 at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. He was born on June 2, 1962 in Findlay, OH, to the late Carl and Patricia (Shaffer) Osborn.

He is survived by his daughter: Amber N. (Josh) McPheron of Lima;...

Nov 17, 2025

Daniel J. Brewer, age 64, of Troy, OH passed away on November 17, 2025 at Versailles Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. He was born on October 30, 1961 in Troy, OH to Nancy Ann (Spencer) and the late Dale B. Brewer, Sr.

Daniel is survived by his son: Justin Kessler and brother: Dale B. Brewer. In addition to...

Nov 15, 2025

George E. Mitchell passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, November 15, 2025.

George E. was born in Troy, Ohio, on June 8, 1941, at Stouder Memorial Hospital to parents George H. and Irene (Tremblay) Mitchell, both now deceased.  Growing up in a household with two Georges and later having a brother-in-law with the...

Nov 15, 2025

Charla L. Bush, age 65, of Troy, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Ohio's Hospice of Miami County Inpatient in Troy.  She was born on August 12, 1960, in Dayton to the late Charlie and Betsy (Burns) Hobbs.

Charla is survived by her husband of 44 years: Frank L. Bush; one son: AJ Bush of...

Nov 12, 2025

Valan Lyn Ridenour, age 73, of Troy, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Wooded Glen Health Care in Springfield.  She was born on October 15, 1952, in Troy, to the late Paul E. and Josephine J. (Wright) Martin.

Valan is survived by two children: Nicholas M. (Kate) Ridenour of Huber Heights, OH, and Heather L....