OBITUARIES
Arthur Stricker
Jun 12, 2025
Arthur J Stricker, age 86, passed away peacefully at his residence Thursday, June 12, 2025.
Preceded in death by his loving wife, Carolyn Stricker, his parents, Joe and Dorothy Stricker, stepdaughter Cindy Powell and stepson Bobby Barger.
At a young age Art had a dream. With the help of his dad Joe, he built a successful family business, Stricker Auto Parts. His...
Jamie Nickell
Jun 11, 2025
Jackson Township - Jamie D. Nickell age 53, Loving husband of 28 years to Michelle L. Nickell (nee Miller). Father of James and Courtney Nickell. Cherished son of James D. and Bonnie (nee Bravard) Nickell. Dear brother of Shelly (Darryl) Barger and Brian David (Megan) Cornett. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Friday, June 20,...
Phyllis Martin
Jun 11, 2025
CINCINNATI - Phyllis Martin, age 93, passed away on June 11, 2025. She was born on April 12, 1932, to the late Henry and Philippine Helm. Phyllis was the devoted wife of the late George Martin; loving mother of Sue (Gene) Lingerfelt, George (Marty) Martin, and Lisa (Dane) Neumeister; beloved Oma to eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren; and dear sister...
Stephen Michael Arnold
May 28, 2025
Steve will be forever missed by his devoted wife, Stacie, and their beloved children- Brendan, Charlie and Austin. He is lovingly remembered by his parents, Pat, Mike and brother Chuck and Katie Arnold. His absence at family gatherings will be felt by his Aunt Susan, Uncle Ron and all his Arnold and Halbauer cousins. Family holidays and vacations with Gary,...
Bobbie Miller
May 28, 2025
Pierce Township - Bobbie Marcella Miller (nee Brock) 81, passed away May 28, 2025. Born 09/02/1943 in Kettle Island, Kentucky the daughter of Leman and America Brock. She is survived by her children Eddie Ryan, Theresa (Rod) Lashley, Todd (Angie) Brock, Jamie Guinn and Chelsea Guinn, 14 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, sister Esther (Norb) Overbeck, brothers Leman "Red" Brock Jr...
Vickie Huffman
May 27, 2025
Vickie Maureen Huffman, age 79, passed away on May 27th, 2025. Born April 21, 1946, to the late Howard and Clarissa (nee Anderson) Hartzog. Loving wife to James Huffman. Beloved mother of Tonya (Anthony) Mort, and Tracey Barrett. Cherished Grandmother of Chase and Cole (Olivia) Barrett, and Lindsey and Camryn Mort. Loving Sister of Richard (Carletta) Hartzog. Also survived by...
Arlene Stephens
May 22, 2025
Arelen C. Stephens, age 74, passed away on May 22, 2025. Born December 30, 1950 to the late Ronald and Joanne Wentzel (nee Wright). Loving wife of the late John Stephens (2014). Beloved sister of Veronica (Bob) Elliot, Amy (Tim) Meyer, and the late Theresa Wentzel. Also survived by her uncle, Richard Wentzel, niece and nephews Justin Elliott, Morgan Meyer,...
James C. "Butch" Bethel
May 19, 2025
BATAVIA - James C. "Butch" Bethel, age 74, passed away on May 19, 2025. He was born on February 9, 1951, to the late Jessie Spitzer. Butch was the loving husband of Barbara (nee Morgan) Bethel; devoted father of James Anthony Bethel and Sonya Lynn Brewer; cherished grandfather of James Anthony Bethel, Jr., Nicholas Bonavita, John Bonavita, Kirby Brewer, and...
Ramola Launa Carter
May 16, 2025
Launa Carter, age 97, reunited with her husband on May 16th, 2025. Born October 31, 1927 in Mt. Washington to the late Theodore and Helena (ne Dunlap) Dres. Beloved Wife of the late Donald O. Carter. Devoted mother of Kimberly (Rick) Lynch, Roger (Joni), Donald B. (Kathy), Mark (Nancy), and David (Melissa) Carter. Loving Grandmother of Donald (Tatiana), Tami, Christy,...
Fred Mackzum
May 14, 2025
ANDERSON TOWNSHIP - Fred Mackzum, age 92, passed away on May 14, 2025. He was born on April 23, 1933, to the late Webb and Marie (nee Hermes) Mackzum. Fred was the devoted husband of the late Helen Jane Mackzum; loving father of Kathy (Rob) Feola, Jeff (Rita) Mackzum, Susan Cunningham, Chris (Teresa) Mackzum, Tom Mackzum, and John (Hilary) Mackzum;...
Lois Jean Bissantz
May 14, 2025
HILTON HEAD ISLAND - Lois Jean Bissantz, age 96, formerly of Batavia, passed away on May 14, 2025. She was born on March 12, 1929, to the late Donald and Elizabeth (nee Hunt) Jamieson. Lois was the beloved wife of the late Neal Bissantz; cherished mother of Cathleen (Homer) Brown and the late Connie Bissantz; dear sister of the late...
Alida Schatz
May 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Alida Joan Schatz (née Hogan), who died peacefully on May 9, 2025, at the age of 83.
Born on December 18, 1941, in Ancaster, Ontario, Alida devoted her life to caring for others. A dedicated nurse, she brought compassion, patience, and warmth to every life she touched. Preceded in...
Debbie Weeks
May 6, 2025
Pierce Twp. - Debbie Lee Weeks, age 65. Loving mother of Derek and Megan Weeks. Daughter of the late Rocco and Sylvia (nee Gaul) Spinelli. Dear sister of Karen (nee Spinelli) Spradlin and of brother Larry Spinelli. Also survived by one Aunt, Marie Bacon, and Uncle, Larry Glaser, many cousins and nephews (Bill, Michael, Von and Scott Spradlin), (Christopher, Matthew...
Reba Mae Ahrens
May 4, 2025
WILLIAMSBURG - Reba Mae Ahrens, age 83, passed away on May 4, 2025. She was born on January 9, 1942, to the late Parker and Merlie (nee Workman) Webb. Reba was the loving wife of the late Allen L. Ahrens; beloved mother of Michael (Lisa) Webb, Jeff (Jen) Ahrens, Andy Ahrens, and the late Scott Ahrens; cherished grandmother of Kela,...
Julie Lynn Ernst
Apr 27, 2025
BATAVIA - Julie Lynn Ernst, age 59, passed away on April 27, 2025. She was born on October 4, 1965, to George Rhoten and the late Gail Rhoten (nee Miller). Julie was the devoted wife of Charles Ernst; loving mother of Kristin (Juanita) Rhoten; cherished grandmother of Jayjuan Williams, Nicholas Bradford II, and Julia Bradford; and dear sister of Albert...
Cymbria Hess
Apr 21, 2025
UNION TOWNSHIP - Cymbria Hess, age 62, passed away on April 21, 2025. She was born on October 24, 1962, to Don and Sandy (nee Whitney) Lambert. Cymbria was the beloved wife of Patrick Hess; loving mother of Luke Hess and Lauren Hess; cherished grandmother of Roman Hess; and dear sister of Vance Morehouse, Neal Morehouse, and Chad Morehouse.
Family and...
Eva Robbins
Apr 10, 2025
Robbins, Eva Rose, (nee Balanger) April 10, 2025 age 95, resident of Williamsburg and formerly of Fairfax. Loving wife of the late John Dee Robbins. Dear mother of Denise (the late Paul) Pelphrey, Bonnie (Roger) Almer and the late Gloria Robbins. Cherished grandmother of Brandon Weisbrodt, David (Mckayla) Pelphrey, Raymond Vitatoe and Aimee Vitatoe. Great-grandmother of Mason, Elijah, Hunter, Sabastian,...
Diana Mae Holtke
Apr 9, 2025
UNION TOWNSHIP - Diana Mae Holtke, age 74, passed away on April 9, 2025. She was born on January 14, 1951, to the late Kenneth and Shirley (nee Greer) Clark. Diana was the devoted wife of Edward Holtke, Jr.; loving mother of Angela (Todd) Daniels, Randall (Nikki) Holtke, Jon (Mandi) Holtke, and the late Joseph Holtke; cherished grandmother of Timothy,...
Blake Anderson
Apr 5, 2025
Blake Michael Anderson, 44, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones after a short battle with late stage liver cancer on April 5, 2025. He was born on December 30, 1980 in Provo, Utah, to Gary and Joyce Anderson, and, in addition to Utah, spent his growing up years in Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, South Carolina, and Texas.
A logical...
Henry "Bud" Christian Sauter, Jr.
Apr 4, 2025
UNION TOWNSHIP - Henry "Bud" Christian Sauter, Jr., age 95, passed away on April 4, 2025. He was born on January 27, 1930, to the late Henry Christian Sr., and Leona (nee Riedinger) Sauter. Bud was the devoted husband of the late Joyce (nee Morgan) Sauter; beloved father of Chris (Melanie) Sauter III, Keith (Susan) Sauter; and the late Leslie...
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