Robert Lee Hollar “Sarge”, 85, passed away at Otterbein Middletown after a long health battle on Monday, April 15, 2024. He was born December 10, 1938, in Middletown where he lived most of his life. Robert was known by many names such as Bob, Dad, Papaw, and Sarge.  He retired from security at AK Steel after 30 years.  He was preceded in death by his parents Lee and Edna Hollar (nee Blevins) and wives Margie, Louise, and Karen; brothers, Tommy, Bill, and Bud;...

Joann Kelley, 84, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024. She was born on August 30, 1939, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Earl and Ruthena (Deweese) Scott. Joann worked for Middletown Regional Hospital in the Credit Union for many years before retiring in 1991. She is survived by her three children, Valerie (Scott) Lambert, Brian (Yvonne) Pennington, Cindy (Howard) Cleveland, five grandchildren, Stephanie Lambert, Holly Pennington, Andrew Pennington (Karah), Alexander Cleveland,...

Charles Lee McGee, age 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, April 13, 2024, at the Winfield of Middletown. He was born on May 20, 1934, in Hamilton, OH to Charlie and Goldie Morrison McGee. He was a proud resident of Trenton and Middletown, OH for over 70 years, and was a 1952 graduate of Middletown High School. He was an AUU boxer, and he was quite a baseball player until planting season arrived, and then he fell in love with farming, tractors, and cattle. He loved his 4-H club...

Michael Lee Thomas, 68, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024.  Beloved husband of Janet Lee Thomas. Devoted son of Leah Nell Thomas and the late William H. Thomas. Loving father of Christopher (Barbara) Thomas, Ryan (Imana) Thomas, and Kristen (Elizabeth) Thomas.  Dear grandfather of Vincent Bathalter, Ryder Quatkemeyer, and Riley Quatkemeyer. Michael leaves behind his mother-in-law Elizabeth K. Toft and his brother-in-law Andrew Toft. Michael “Hammer” retired from AK...

Regina Gayle Niehaus (nee Ferguson), 55, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024.  Dear daughter of the late Richard and Lorena Ferguson. Caring sister of the late LaDeana Ferguson and aunt of the late Tia Schul. Loving wife of Ryan Niehaus. Beloved mother of Ricky (Ashley) Cockerham, Ashley Ferguson, Brysonn (Ayryal) Niehaus.  Dear grandmother of Jenna Singleton, Jaxon Singleton, Braylan, Alexis, Austin, Jacie Cockerham; Ellie and Ebbie Byrd; Kaysonn Niehaus. Regina was a lifetime...

Ray Benjamin Layne, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. He was born in Ashland, Kentucky on July 23, 1947, to Wash Benjamin and Rachel (Wheeler) Layne. Ray was a Mechanic for many years before he retired in 1993. He was a devoted member of Astoria Road United Baptist Church, where he was also a Deacon. He will be missed by his beloved wife of 58 years, Carol Layne, his children, Greg (Amy) Layne, Lisa (James) Huepel, Jeff (Janet) Layne, and Tim (Johnna) Layne; 15 grandchildren,...

Harold Pleiman, 82, of Springboro, Ohio, passed away on April 3, 2024. He was born on March 17, 1942, in Sidney, Ohio. Harold was a devoted husband, father, grandpa, and great grandpa. He was known for one thing: his gift of gab. Harold proudly served in the Army and was a dedicated barber for 50 years. He found joy in his barber shop, bringing happiness to others through the tonsorial trade. He worshipped at Towne Boulevard Church of God. In his free time, Harold enjoyed fishing, watching...

Wendy Lea Connor, age 48, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. She was born on December 4, 1975, in Cincinnati, OH to Walter and Marlene (Moore) Glover. Wendy was a Medical Assistant for many years. She was also a devoted member of God’s Lighthouse. She will be missed by her beloved husband, Robby Connor, her mother, Marlene, children, Evie Feist, Allison Feist, Isabelle Connor, and Raegan Connor, grandchildren, Hunter Sutton, Colton Sutton, Oakley Sutton, Rhea Spencer, and Nightlyn...

Paula Ewing Frazier, age 77 of Monroe, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024 at Atrium Medical Center. She was born January 21, 1947 in Owingsville, KY to Paul and Nona (Otis) Foley. She was a member of Trenton Christian Church where she loved playing piano for services. She loved her family dearly. She enjoyed reading and cooking. Paula is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, James Frazier; loving children, Paul (Karen D.) Frazier and Michelle (Dennis) Ewen; cherished grandchildren,...

Edward Lee Williams, age 70, of Middletown, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024. He was born on December 6, 1953, in Dayton, OH to Orie and Mary (Reynolds) Williams. Edward was a Truck Driver for Home Run, Inc. for 39 years before retiring in 2023. He and his beloved wife Kathy Williams shared over 46 years of marriage. He graduated from Edgewood High School with the class of 1972. He was a devoted Husband, Father, and Papaw. Edward was also a longtime member of the Moose Lodge 501. He...