All Obituaries

David L. Hayes, Sr., 80, of Springfield died Friday, August 17,2018 in his home following months of illness. He was born March 16, 1938 in Springfield the son of John and Kathleen (Cydrus) Hayes. David is preceded in death by his wife Della Jane Hayes. David served six years in the U.S. Army Reserve. He is survived by his three daughters Terri Ware of Sanford, Florida, Joyce LaVarnia and Michelle Hayes of Springfield; three sons and one daughter-in-law David L. Jr. and Tracy Hayes of...

  DORIS JEAN DYSINGER 70 of Tipp City, Ohio passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at her home.  She was born December 13, 1947 in Tampa, Florida the daughter of Owen & Opal (Taylor) Cole.  She is survived by her mother; her husband of 52 years, David Dysinger; children, David Jr. (Tamara) Dysinger, Greg (Mindy) Dysinger, Jeremy (Cristina) Dysinger; six grandchildren; a brother, William (Lisa) Cole; other relatives and friends.  She is preceded in death by her...

Clarence R. Devore Jr., 94, passed away on August 14, 2018. He was a resident of Rickly at Springfield Masonic Community. Clarence was born January 9, 1924 in Akron Ohio.     The son of Clarence R. and Alice DeVore, Sr. He graduated from Ellet High School in the Akron OH area.  Clarence served his country in the Army in World War II in the 71st Infantry, 44th Division in the Northern France Campaign and Rhineland Campaign. He earned two Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart,...

MARY L. KEPLINGER 78, of Springfield, Ohio graduated to her heavenly home on Sunday, August 12, 2018. She was born January 8, 1940 in Dayton, Ohio the daughter of the late Roger & Grace (Gibbs) Pratt. Mary is survived by her sons, Ronald J. (Kim) Keplinger, Terry (Sandy) Keplinger, Kevin (Trisha) Keplinger & Matt (Teresa) Keplinger; eleven grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; a brother, Roger (Nancy) Pratt; brothers-in-law, Merrill (Mary) Keplinger, Richard (Dorothy) Cheek;...

Albert Joseph “Joey” Keller, 34, of Springfield passed away unexpectedly on August 12, 2018 at Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born on February 28, 1984 to Yvonne Blanken and Harry “Buddy” Keller. Joey graduated from Northeastern High School in 2002. After graduating he joined the United States Air Force where he took great pride in his accomplishments. He served his country for 13 years and achieved the rank of Technical Sergeant before being honorably...

Sanders, Rodney Earl, 54 went to a precious reunion with his God, family and friends who went before him on both sides.  He lost his battle with lung cancer after 1 ½ years.  He was born on July 5, 1964, the son of Charles and Marcy Sanders.  Rodney was a 1983 graduate from Northeastern High School.   Rodney had been employed with AT&T since 2001.  He was a member of the I.B.E.W. Columbus.  In his spare time he enjoyed working on cars and...

Nathan "Woody" Sherick born December 25, 1917, passed away, Tuesday, August 7, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Army Air Corps. After graduating from Wittenberg University and obtaining his Masters from Ohio State University he married his sweetheart Louise Chancey and they were together for over 61 years before her death. He was a member of the Asbury United Methodist Church and volunteered for the Red Cross. Woody retired after 30...

  Miller, Violet C., 96 of Springfield went home to the Lord on August 6, 2018 in Villa Springfield.  She was born in Greenfield, Ohio on December 15, 1921, the daughter of Harley and Anna Myers.  Violet was devoted to her family and enjoyed working in her flower garden.  She was preceded in death by her husbands Ory Ramsey and James W. Miller; sons James Miller and William "Bill" Miller; daughter Patricia Sheets; sister Elsie Lemons; brothers Arthur James and...

Evan Clarence Lewis, 19, of Huber Heights passed away Sunday, August 5, 2018. He was born December 14, 1998 in Dayton the son of Keli Lewis-Melms. Evan was a loving son and brother, who was selfless, very caring and will be dearly missed. He is survived by his mother; brothers Elijah and Nathaniel Melms; sisters Kailin Lewis and Knoelle Melms; and grandmother Joy Lewis. Evan is preceded in death by his grandfather Eugene Lewis. The funeral service to honor Evan will be Monday, August 13,...

MARY S. MILLER 96, passed away August 5, 2018.  She was born November 18, 1921 in New Carlisle, Ohio the daughter of the late William &  Annice (Baker) Strome;.  She was a WWII WAC in the U.S. Army and retired secretary at Wright Patterson Air Force Base.  She is survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husbands, Olin E. Horton & Frederick D. Miller.  Private services at the...