Obituaries

Oct 4, 2020

Semper Fi - Paul R. Traylor, born June 16, 1975,  Cherished son of Paul Traylor and Shirley Wood, father of Jillian Traylor and Tabatha Traylor, dear brother of Lisa Traylor, and many beloved friends, passed away October 4, 2020.  Paul was a proud Marine.  He enjoyed cooking, being with friends, gaming, and working with security devices.  The services for Paul are...

Sep 30, 2020

Patricia Ann Castle, born June 27, 1942 in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away September 30, 2020.  Cherished mother of Cheryl (Al Torres) Cameron, beloved grandmother of Mitchell Cameron, Clayton Cameron, Melissa Vasques, and dear daughter of Jesse and Katherine Brammer.  The family will be receiving friends for a visitation at Shorten and Ryan Funeral Home (400 Reading Rd., Mason, OH...

Sep 29, 2020

James "Levi" Sparks, age 76, of Mason, OH, departed this life on Tuesday, September 29th, 2020, surrounded by his son and grandson at Blue Ash Hospice.  James was born in Paintsville, KY, on January 11, 1944 to the late Ira and Melissa Greene Sparks. James is a retired heavy equipment operator for Sunesis Construction Company. He is survived by two sons, Scott Sparks and Michael Sparks...

Sep 28, 2020

Robert Earl Raleigh, born May 2, 1941 in Wolf Coal, Kentucky, passed away surrounded by loved ones on September 28, 2020.  Loving husband of 40 years to Anne Powell, Cherished father of Darren Raleigh, Regina Raleigh, beloved step father of Tammy Powell, Mike Powell, and Sherry (Bob) )Carrel, dear brother of Maude (Sam Herald) Turner, beloved half brother of...

Sep 24, 2020

Robert Joseph Girdler, born June 17, 1929, in Somerset, Kentucky to William and Amy Girdler, passed away surrounded by loved ones on September 24, 2020.  Loving husband of the late Anna Girdler, cherished father of Elaine (Carl) Bray, Wane Daryl Girdler, Kathy (Mike) Westall, Randal Bruce Girdler, the late Robert Jay Girdler and the late Sandra Lynn (Girdler) Gambill, beloved grandfather of...

Sep 22, 2020

Tyson C. Hellman

Beloved husband of Kristen (nee Friedmann), loving father of Claire and Ryan Hellman, adored son of Cheryl (nee Tyson) Hellman and Bob (Cathy) Hellman, cherished brother of Emily (nee Hellman) Nutley (Jon), son in law of Richard and Kathleen Friedmann, brother in law of Kelly Brady (Matthew), Kara Bell (Greg),...

Sep 21, 2020

Peggy Jane Faus, born June 30, 1944 in LaGrange, Georgia to Kenneth and Johnnie Foster, passed away on September 21, 2020 in Cincinnati, Ohio.  Peggy is survived by her cherished son Kevin (Michelle) Faus and Robert Faus, beloved grandchildren Celeste, Jon, and Ben, and dear siblings Alice Allen and Vesta Farrar.  The services for Peggy are private at the convenience...

Sep 18, 2020

Rice, Betty Lou - passed away September 18, 2020 , after a lengthy illness.  She was the beloved partner of Judy Weat, and dear sister of Robert (Polly) Rice.  Services for Betty Lou are private at the convenience of the family.

Sep 14, 2020

Lavanna Lou Butler, born September 23, 1946, passed away on September 14, 2020.  Van is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Albert Butler, cherished son Jason Butler, and beloved sisters Peg Riedlinger and Barbara James.  The family of Lavanna will be receiving friends for a visitation at West Chester Nazarene Church (7951 Tylersville Rd, West Chester Township, OH...

Sep 10, 2020

William Andrews Smetts

William Andrews Smetts, 97, of Cincinnati, died peacefully at home after extended Hospice care, on September 10, 2020.

William was the only child of Martin and Rexa Villa Smetts, born July 1,1923 in Cleveland, Ohio.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his oldest...

Sep 7, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Zelona “Frankie” Frances Young announce her passing on Monday September 7, 2020 at the age of 91.

Frankie carried many talents, she was an extremely accomplished seamstress, a master at alterations, queen of making quilts and stockings, and a delicious baker where she was known for her pies,...

Sep 5, 2020

Frederick "Jerry" Kitchell, born December 29, 1933, passed away after receiving comfort from his loved ones on September 5, 2020, in Mason, Ohio.

The family of Jerry will be receiving friends for a visitation at Shorten and Ryan Funeral Home (400 Reading Rd., Mason, OH 45040) on Thursday, September 10, 2020 from 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM...

Sep 4, 2020

Korean War Veteran and long time West Chester, OH resident- Harold O. Thomsen, born August 30, 1930, passed away September 4, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Anne Thomsen (nee Fonner), loving father of Bob (Pat) Thomsen, Terry (Joe) Workman and Tammy (Beau) Hardegree. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren.  Brother of Ted (Nancy) Thomsen.  The family of...

Sep 4, 2020

Alice Faye Blevins, born September 3, 1947, passed away on September 4, 2020 at the age of 73 years old.  Alice is survived by her loving husband Carl Blevins, dear children Grover Gilman, Steven (Rhonda) Gilman, Cindy Gilman , Jim (Vicki) Gilman, and Randy (Jody) Gilman, Tony (Anne) Blevins, Britt (Julie) Blevins, Dennis (Donna) Blevins, sister Patty Gee, her...

Aug 27, 2020

William E. Worley, born July 5, 1943, passed away peacefully at his home on August 27, 2020.  Bill is survived by his loving wife Vicki Worley, dear children Marty Worley, Jonathan Worley, Rebecca Worley, grandchild Marty Worley Jr., and many siblings.  He is preceded in death by his beloved son Josh Worley, and parents Leonard and Maude Worley.  Bill...

Aug 23, 2020

Virginia A. Donnelly Williams

Virginia Ann Williams, age 88, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2020 at Mercy Hospital Fairfield after a brief illness. She was born on January 17, 1932 to the late Edward and Durlie Mae Donnelly.  She was the loving wife of Ernest D. Williams, Sr and the devoted mother to Constance J. Williams,...

Aug 19, 2020

James R. Martin, age 96.  Veteran of World War II.  Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anna Martin. Devoted father of Hugh Martin, Lydia Buckley and James Martin. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Passed away peacefully on his birthday, August 19, 2020. The family will be receiving friends at Socialville Baptist Church (5946 Socialville-Foster...

Aug 17, 2020

Ethel Wells, born March 30, 1946 passed away August 17, 2020.  Ethel is survived by Children Tammy (Rich) Klaserner and Shawn (Jaclyn) Wells, Grandchildren:Shannon (Jeremy) Thornton, Jimmy (Lindsay) Wells, Shawna (Kevin) Knopp, Shane (Amanda) Leone, Ashley Klaserner, Alexis Klaserner, Kaitlyn Wells, Shawn Wells, Masie Wells, 11 Great Grandchildren, and Partner: John Costello.  She is Preceded in death by Jim Wells (Husband), James Wells (Son),...

Aug 16, 2020

Harold (Bud) Edward Hein, age 95, passed away August 16, 2020 in Mason, Ohio of natural causes. He was the loving husband of the late Betty Jane (Cunningham) Hein and devoted father of Jocelyn Hein (Bob Corona) and Janet Hein. He cherished his grandchildren Stephanie and Caroline Corona and was loved by many relatives and friends.

Bud was...

Aug 11, 2020

Shirley Aufderhaar, born October 8, 1943, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2020.  Shirley is survived by her loving  husband of 40 years Pat Aufderhaar, cherished son Ron Moses, dear friend Connie Jones, 1 sister, 2  brothers, numerous grandchildren,  nieces, nephews and extended family members.  The family of Shirley will be receiving friends for a visitation at Shorten and Ryan Funeral...