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Roy Homer Von Almen Jr.

Roy Homer Von Almen Jr.

Aug 17, 2026

VON ALMEN

Roy Homer Von Almen, Jr., age 77 of London, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 17, 2026, in the Bluebird Retirement Community.

Born on August 24, 1948, in Canton, Ohio, he was a son of Roy Homer Von Almen, Sr. and Wilmadine (Howard) Von Almen. A proud patriot, Roy honorably served his country in the United States Navy during the...

Harold Edward "Ed" Walters

Harold Edward "Ed" Walters

Aug 13, 2026

WALTERS

Harold Edward “Ed” Walters, 87, passed peacefully on Thursday August 13, 2026, in his home surrounded by his family.

Ed was born on November 28, 1938, in Fayette County, Ohio, the youngest child of Clarence E. Walters and Theressa Plumm. Ed graduated from Madison South High School in 1957.

Ed married Patricia “Patty” Ann Mouser, the girl who caught his attention at...

Sue Ellen (Jones) Minner

Sue Ellen (Jones) Minner

Aug 13, 2026

MINNER

Sue Ellen (Jones) Minner, age 88, of London, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2026, in the Madison Senior Living Community.

Born on August 6, 1938, in London, Sue was a daughter of Norman Jones and Hortense (Shivler) Jones. For many years, Sue was a friendly and familiar face in the cafeteria of London City Schools, where her dedication and...

Maxine (Witbeck) McSavaney

Maxine (Witbeck) McSavaney

Aug 12, 2026

MCSAVANEY

Maxine (Witbeck) McSavaney, 93, of London, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026, in Madison Health

Born July 31, 1933, in Madison County, Maxine was a daughter of Hiram Witbeck and Faye (Weese) Witbeck. Maxine dedicated 26 years of warm service to London City Schools in the food department, nourishing generations of local students before her retirement in 1994.

Maxine faithfully attended the...

Carletta Kay (Beard) Moore

Carletta Kay (Beard) Moore

Aug 10, 2026

MOORE

Carletta Kay (Beard) Moore, age 76, of Hilliard, formerly of London, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026, in Darby Glenn Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born on December 7, 1949, in Xenia, Ohio, she was a daughter of Carl Beard and Mary (Chaney) Beard.

A 1968 graduate of Greenview High School, she went on to attend cosmetology school and spent decades working as...

Martha "Marti" (Combs) Thevenin

Martha "Marti" (Combs) Thevenin

Aug 10, 2026

Martha “Marti” (Combs) Thevenin, born May 11, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away August 10, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved her dearly. 

Martha was preceded in death by her parents, Loren and Marjorie Combs. She is survived by her loving husband, Victor; her brother, Jim; and her dear stepchildren, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. 

A proud graduate of THE Ohio...

Laura Kay Chenowith

Laura Kay Chenowith

Aug 7, 2026

CHENOWITH

Laura Kay Chenowith, age 60, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 7, 2026, in the Beechwood Home, Cincinnati.

Born May 26, 1966, in Dayton, Ohio, Laura was a daughter of Richard L. Kidder and Deanna Joy (Yerian) Barney. A longtime resident of London, Ohio, Laura later relocated to Cincinnati, where she continued to build a life defined by warmth, community, and...

James "Jimmy" Scott Green

James "Jimmy" Scott Green

Aug 6, 2026

James “Jimmy” Scott Green, age 72, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on the 6th of August 2026, in the loving care of his family, friends, and the staff/hospice nurses at Monterey Care Center in Grove City, OH. In May 2026, Jimmy was diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer which developed into terminal brain cancer.

Jimmy graduated from Franklin Heights High School in...

Lisa Jo (Pace) Howard

Lisa Jo (Pace) Howard

Aug 3, 2026

HOWARD

Lisa Jo (Pace) Howard, age 65, of London, passed away Monday, August 3, 2026, in the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

Born May 1, 1961, in Xenia, Ohio, Lisa was a daughter of James Edward Pace and Darlene (Massie) Gonzalez. Lisa had worked as a caregiver for ResCare, where she dedicated her daily life to supporting and caring for others. She...

Howard Marion Reynolds

Howard Marion Reynolds

Aug 3, 2026

REYNOLDS

Howard M. Reynolds, age 91, of London, passed away Monday, August 3, 2026, in Riverside Methodist Hospital.

Born December 12, 1934, in Xenia, Howard was a son of Zachariah Reynolds and Edith P. (Jackson) Reynolds. A proud and honorable man, Howard served in the United States Army. Following his military service, he dedicated many years to his local community through his...

Bonnie Sue (Beasley) Gerard

Bonnie Sue (Beasley) Gerard

Aug 2, 2026

GERARD

Bonnie Sue (Beasley) Gerard, age 78, of London, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2026, in Bethesda North Hospital, Cincinnati.

Born September 17, 1947, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Bonnie was a daughter of Ben Beasley and Maxine (Gilpin) Beasley.

Known affectionately to generations of local children as “Miss Bonnie,” she spent many years nurturing young minds through the home-based preschool she operated, Miss Bonnie’s...

Hershey Palmer

Hershey Palmer

Aug 1, 2026

December 2014 - August 1 2026

He was the sweetest boy, brightening our lives everyday for 11yrs. We are thankful for the years we got to share and love him."As you crossed rainbow bridge I hope you are at peace now.. hopping through the wild flowers. Until I see you again." - Mommy. 

Richard Wayne "Cookie" Cunningham

Richard Wayne "Cookie" Cunningham

Jul 30, 2026

CUNNINGHAM

Richard Wayne “Cookie” Cunningham, age 79, passed away at home on Thursday, July 30, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Born on January 2, 1947, in London, Richard was a son of John W. Cunningham and Mary L. (Wood) Cunningham. A proud lifelong member of the community, Richard graduated from London High School in 1966. Shortly after, he answered the call to...

Mark Keyt Long

Mark Keyt Long

Jul 27, 2026

KEYT LONG

Mark Keyt Long, age 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 27, 2026, in the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

Born on September 2, 1946, in London, Mark was a son of Helen (Lee) Keyt and stepfather, John Keyt. A man of many passions, Mark lived a full, vibrant life. In his youth, he attended St. John’s Lutheran Church, where...

Vivian Pansy (Perry) Smith

Vivian Pansy (Perry) Smith

Jul 24, 2026

SMITH

Vivian Pansy (Perry) Smith, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026, in London Health and Rehabilitation, at the age of 83.

Born on October 23, 1942, in Madison County, Vivian was a truly strong and self-reliant woman with a “do-it-herself” attitude who lived life on her own terms. She had a wonderful, fiery spirit and personality overflowing with character. There...

Sally Ann (Miller) Sisterhen

Sally Ann (Miller) Sisterhen

Jul 22, 2026

Sally Ann Sisterhen, 99, passed away peacefully on July 22,2026, with her daughters and sons-in-law lovingly by her side. Born March 26, 1927 to Dr. LaVere and Louella Miller, she grew up in Bexley, Ohio, and was a 1944 graduate of Bexley High School.

Sally attended Denison University, then graduated from The Ohio State University with an education degree in dental...

Kip Edward Kimbler

Kip Edward Kimbler

Jul 18, 2026

KIMBLER

Kip Edward Kimbler, age 61 of Springfield, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on November 29, 1964, in London, Kip was a son of Kenneth Kimbler and Helen (McCarty) Kimbler. Kip lived a life full of simple pleasures, good laughter, and endless love for those closest to...

Larry "Jack" Hatcher

Larry "Jack" Hatcher

Jul 14, 2026

Larry “Jack” Hatcher passed away at his home surrounded by his family that loved him more than he will ever understand, on Tuesday July 14, 2026.

Jack was born June 8, 1939, in Rosedale, Ohio. He served his country in the Army from 1957-1959.

He married his beloved wife Elizabeth Ann on July 5, 1957, 69 years together through it all, the...

Harrie White IV

Harrie White IV

Jul 13, 2026

WHITE

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Harrie White IV, age 81 of London, Ohio who left us peacefully on July 13, 2026.

Harrie was a man of quiet strength who took immense pride in serving his country, found joy in pursuing his many hobbies, and above all, cherished the adventures and memories he shared with his beloved bride, Sandy.

Born...

Autie Howard, Jr.

Autie Howard, Jr.

Jul 13, 2026

Autie Howard, Jr., age 89 of London, Madison County, Ohio, died on July 13, 2026.

Autie was born at home in Middletown, Butler County, Ohio, on October 27, 1936 to Autie Francis and Fannie May (Eldridge) Howard. He was the eleventh of twelve children. His siblings are Clifford (Mary Jane) Howard, William (Virginia) Howard, Mildred Bottles, Marie (Sam) Cobb, Prudie Morris,...