Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Preble County, Eaton, Lewisburg & New Paris in Ohio.

Allen Snell

Allen Snell

Jul 1, 2018

Allen Snell, 63 of New Paris, OH died Sunday July 1, 2018 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. Born on March 18, 1955 he was the son of Clifford & Bess (Combs) Snell.   Survived by brother: Clark Snell and sister: Barbara Snell. No service is scheduled. Arrangements entrusted to Barnes Funeral Home Eaton, OH. Condolences via www.barnesfuneralhome.com

Robert E. "Eddie" Tharp

Robert E. "Eddie" Tharp

Jul 1, 2018

Robert E. “Eddie” Tharp, age 88, of New Paris, OH, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 1, 2018.  Born on May 4, 1930 in Morning Sun, OH, son of the late Robert & Sallie Mae (Friend) Tharp.  A 1948 graduate of Camden High School.  Eddie proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War.  He retired...

Karen Ann Riley

Karen Ann Riley

Jun 29, 2018

Karen Ann Riley, age 63, of New Paris, OH, died on Friday, June 29, 2018.   Born on May 13, 1955 in Richmond, IN, daughter of Charles Albert & Jenny Lou (York) Wolfe.  She was a 1974 graduate of National Trail High School.   Preceded by her Mother: Jenny (York) Dines.   Survived by her Son: Michael Riley; Dad: Charles Wolfe;...

Norma Vivian Stevenson

Norma Vivian Stevenson

Jun 28, 2018

Norma (Schmidt) Stevenson, 86, of Eaton, OH, died Thursday, June 28, 2018 in Oxford, OH. Norma was born near Eaton, OH on July 17, 1931 to Ernest C. and Mabel (Thompson) Schmidt. She graduated from Eaton High School in 1949 and from Miami University in 1953. She taught 2nd, 3rd, 4th and fifth grades in Eaton and other Preble County...

Robert E. Crauder, Sr.

Robert E. Crauder, Sr.

Jun 28, 2018

Robert E. Crauder, Sr., of Eaton, Ohio and formerly of Lewisburg, OH, died Thursday, June 28, 2018 at Maple Gardens in Eaton. Robert was born on December 18, 1945 in Dayton, OH, son of the late Lewis Ellsworth and Joanne (Pelling) Crauder. He worked in the Sanitation unit of the Village of Lewisburg. He is preceded in death by his...

Robert C. "Barney" Barnd

Robert C. "Barney" Barnd

Jun 27, 2018

Robert C. “Barney” Barnd peacefully went home to be with the Lord in Loveland, Colorado on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Barney was born in Manchester, Iowa on August 29, 1921 to James H. and Pauline (Oliver) Barnd. He met the love of his life Dorothy “Dottie” Dobson and they were married an amazing 68 years. She preceded him in death...

Brantley Eric Melvin Stewart

Brantley Eric Melvin Stewart

Jun 26, 2018

Brantley Eric Melvin Stewart, 21 weeks, went to Heaven on Tuesday, June 26, 2018. Son of Ashley Foureman & Chris Stewart. Time for me to go now, I won’t say goodbye; Look for me in rainbows, way up in the sky. In the morning sunrise when all the world is new, Just look for me and love me, as you...

John Wayne Webb

John Wayne Webb

Jun 25, 2018

John Wayne Webb, 70, of Middletown, OH, formerly of Somerville, OH died Monday, June 25, 2018 in Middletown. Born on February 23, 1948 in Hamilton, OH, he was the son of the late Chester A. & Hilda B. (Whitmore) Webb, Sr. He worked at Miami University in Oxford, OH. Preceded in death by Sisters: Ruby Hampton, Ethel Hinds, Hazel Jones...

Christine M. Kilgore

Christine M. Kilgore

Jun 23, 2018

Christine M. Kilgore age 86, of New Paris, Ohio died Saturday, June 23, 2018 at her residence. Christine was born on February 19, 1932 inCastlewood, Russell County, VA the daughter of the late Henry & Nola (Salyers) Stapleton. She was a Children’s Care Giver, member of the Eldorado Baptist Church and loved sewing and cooking.  Preceded in death by her...

Terry A. Showalter

Terry A. Showalter

Jun 23, 2018

Terry A. Showalter, 71 of Eaton, OH died Saturday, June 23, 2018 at Southview Hospital. Terry was born on January 12, 1947 the son of the late Howard & Naomi (Wise) Showalter. He was a 1966 Eaton High School graduate and served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. From 1962 to 1966 he worked for Smith Speed Shop...

David A. Jones, Jr.

David A. Jones, Jr.

Jun 21, 2018

David A. Jones, Jr., 81, of Eaton, OH went to be with the Lord Thursday, June 21, 2018 in Oxford, OH. Born on February 10, 1937 in Dayton, OH, he was the son of the late David A. & Mary A. (Owel) Jones, Sr. David retired in 1999 from Eagle Electric in Cincinnati. He served from 1960-1964 in the U.S....

Alycia A. Dudley

Alycia A. Dudley

Jun 20, 2018

Alycia A. Dudley age 54, of New Paris, Ohio died Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at her residence. Alycia was born on August 12, 1963 in Wayne County, Indiana the daughter of Ralph & Shannon Dungan. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Rio Grande and had been a teacher at Tri-County North Schools in Lewisburg, OH for 33...

Megan Elizabeth Harris

Megan Elizabeth Harris

Jun 18, 2018

Megan Elizabeth Harris, 29 of Richmond, Indiana and formerly of Eaton, Ohio, died suddenly, Monday, June 18, 2018 in Lanier Township, Preble County, Ohio due to an auto accident. Megan was born on August 24, 1988 in Oxford, Ohio. A devoted wife and mother, Megan loved to craft, swim and spend time with her family and friends. She is preceded...

Julian D. Rinehart

Julian D. Rinehart

Jun 12, 2018

Julian D. Rinehart age 93, formerly of Eaton, OH, died Tuesday, June 12, 2018. Born on February 4, 1925 in Preble County, Lewisburg, Ohio he was the son of the late George G. & Ruth Anna (Druley) Rinehart, Sr. Julian was a W.W. II U.S. Army veteran. In 1987 he retired after 30 years of service with Perfect Circle in...

Marie A. Fouts

Marie A. Fouts

Jun 4, 2018

Marie A. Fouts, 75 of Camden, OH died Monday, June 4, 2018 at Kettering Hospital in Kettering, OH. Marie was born on April 4, 1943 in Lansing Michigan the daughter of the late George A. & Victoria D. (Franchini) Hutchinson. She was a member of the Camden Pentecostal Church. Preceded in death by her husband of 37 years: Norman G. Fouts...

Nancy J. Ashworth

Nancy J. Ashworth

May 27, 2018

Nancy J. Ashworth, 77, of Eaton, OH died Sunday, May 27, 2018 at her residence. Born on February 26, 1941 near Eaton, OH, she was the daughter of the late Leonard C. & Frances M. (Walker) Buriff. Nancy was a clerk for Kramer & Kramer Auctioneers & Realtors. A 1959 Dixon-Israel High School graduate, member of Sugar Valley Methodist Church...

Lester F. Barnhart

Lester F. Barnhart

May 26, 2018

Lester F. Barnhart, 99 of Farmersville, OH, died Saturday, May 26, 2018 at Atria of Springboro, OH. Born on January 9, 1919 in Miami Twp., Montgomery County, OH, he was the son of the late Ohmer R. & Ada I. (Anspauch) Barnhart. Lester retired in 1976 after 30 years at Harrison Radiator in Dayton and was a W.W. II U.S....

Robert C. Knox

Robert C. Knox

May 26, 2018

Robert C. Knox, 85 of New Paris, surrounded by his loving wife and family, met his Savior Jesus Christ, face to face on May 26, 2018 after a brief illness. A lifetime resident of New Paris, he was born on June 12, 1932 to the late Olis and Anna (Hankey) Knox. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in...

Paul W. "Sonny" Richardson

Paul W. "Sonny" Richardson

May 21, 2018

Paul W. "Sonny" Richardson, 62 of Eaton, OH died Monday, May 21, 2018 at Vancrest of Eaton. Paul was born on June 27, 1955 the son of the late Rhoades & Marilyn Jean (Morrow) Richardson, Jr. He served in the U.S. Army and worked at Universal Homes in Camden, OH. Past member of the Masonic Lodge of Gratis, OH and...

Dixie J. Shaffer

Dixie J. Shaffer

May 19, 2018

Dixie J. Shaffer 95 formerly of Lewisburg, Ohio died Saturday May 19, 2018 at Spring Hill Assisted Living in Dayton, OH. Dixie was born on March 2, 1923 in Lewisburg, Preble County, Ohio the daughter of the late Dwight N. & Vivian (Barnhiser) Emrick. She was a 1941 Monroe High School graduate; member of Lewisburg Church of Christ and a...

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