Obituaries
Ellen Rachael Brewster
Feb 9, 2021
Lifelong College Hill resident Ellen Rachael Brewster, 48, peacefully passed away February 9, 2021, surrounded by her family. A graduate of McAuley High School, Ellen studied at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Cincinnati. She worked for the Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC) for many years. Ellen was a voracious reader and wonderful cook and baker. She was a loving...
Lyndale "Dale" Hatter
Feb 8, 2021
Lyndale “Dale” Hatter, 86 passed away peacefully February 8, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of the late Betty Jean Hatter for 66 years, loving father of Jimmie (Elizabeth) Hatter and Gwendolyn Hatter, dear grandpa of Kelly (David) and Natalie Kiser. In addition to his children and grandchildren, Dale is survived by his brother, James and...
Laurie Matre Wollner
Feb 8, 2021
Laurie Matre Wollner, loving mother of Nicholas Matre, wife of John, daughter of the late Don and Gail Matre, sister of Don (Jennifer) Matre, Julie (Ron) Byrge, Amy (Tom) Farrell, and the late David Matre. Also loved by many nieces and nephews.Laurie passed away suddenly on February 8, 2021 at the age of 59. A memorial visitation will take place...
Dan F. Kaiser
Feb 7, 2021
KAISER, Dan beloved husband of the late Claire Kaiser, loving father of Karen (Nello) Cernoia, the late Kathy (Harry) Bales and Toby Kaiser. Brother of Joel (Lulu) Kaiser and the late David Kaiser. Dear friend of the late Patsy Canelli. Dan was a great mentor to many and loved hunting, fishing and gardening. Dan passed away on Sunday, February 7,...
Father Ed Trippel
Feb 7, 2021
Fr. Ed Trippel passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at age 92. Reception of the Body on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 5 PM with visitation following until 7 PM at Annunciation Church, 3547 Clifton Avenue, 45220. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, February 12, 2021 at 10 AM at Annunciation. Memorials may be made to the Little Sisters...
Karen R. Baltrusch
Feb 5, 2021
Karen R. Baltrusch, beloved wife of 63 years to Fred R. Baltrusch, loving mother of Fred E. (Lori) Baltrusch, Paula (Jeff) Mason, Mark (Lori) Baltrusch and the late Vicky West, also survived by 12 grandchildren and great-grandchilden. Karen passed away, February 5, 2021, at the age of 80. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In...
Peter M. Merz
Feb 5, 2021
Peter M. Merz of Cincinnati, OH, passed away Friday, February 5th, 2021. He was the ultimate family man and loved watching his children succeed. Pete’s greatest joys in life were spending time with his family, weekends at the lake, and ski trips with his friends and family. Pete lived every day to the fullest. It was impossible not to have...
Betty Lou Knodle (nee Minton)
Feb 5, 2021
Betty Lou (Minton) Knodle1930 – 2021Cincinnati – Our beloved mother, Betty Lou Knodle, 90, passed away peacefully, in the loving presence of her children, on Friday, February 5, 2021, following a short hospital stay. We feel very blessed by her long, healthy life; and her “go with the flow” attitude carried her with grace into the Creator’s welcoming arms.Betty Lou...
Jaleel A. Tolbert
Feb 4, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved son, father, brother, family member and friend. Jaleel Alim Tolbert (J.T.) was 41 years young when he suffered a heart attack in the city of Dayton OH on February 4th, 2021 where he resided. Those who knew Jaleel know of his kindheartedness and gentle disposition. His easy-going personality was apparent. Jaleel was born in Staten Island...
Mary Ann Dumont
Feb 4, 2021
Mary Ann (nee Cluxton) Dumont, beloved wife for 58 years to Raymond Dumont, loving mother of Mike (Suzi) Dumont, Cheryl Lawwill and the late Kenneth Dumont, grandmother of Andy, Nick and Chris Dumont, David (Bridget) Dumont, Holly and Heather Trosper. Great grandmother of four, sister of Joan Cluxton and the late Richard Cluxton. Mary Ann was a member of the...
Patricia Louise Buse
Feb 2, 2021
Patricia Louise (Brown) Buse, aged 68, passed away on February 2, 2021 in Ruskin, FL. She died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. Patty and her husband, Leo Henry Buse III, had shared 48 years of marriage together.Born in Cincinnati, OH on October 13, 1952, she was the daughter of Marguerite (Cassinelli) Brown (Buse). Patty and her two sisters,...
Richard P. Stark
Feb 2, 2021
Richard P. Stark of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away peacefully Monday morning at the age of 55 after a 10-year battle with leukemia. Richie was born in Finneytown, Ohio on March 25, 1965 to the late Robert and the late Geraldine Stark. Rich is the beloved father of Paige Stark and devoted grandfather of Orion. He is preceded in death by...
Franklin D. Sturgeon
Feb 1, 2021
FRANKLIN DAVID STURGEON 12/21/1933 -02/01/2021. Son of Charles & Lula (Beagle) Sturgeon. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Cybele B. (Meadows) Sturgeon and Charles (Irene) Sturgeon. Grieved by loving children David W. (Christine) Sturgeon; Constance J. (Larry) Goins; Larry A. Sturgeon; Tamara R. (Joseph) Davenport; and a step daughter Lisa Shepherd. Beloved grandchildren: Joey, Michael(Michelle), Tony, Greg, Quinton, James, Jessie,...
Gordon Leroy Stout
Feb 1, 2021
Gordon Leroy Stout, preceded in death by his wife of 62 years Rosemary Stout (nee Hoelle), loving father of Daniel L. (Debbie) Stout, Linda F. (Michael) Shepherd, John S. (Kendle) Stout and Kathleen A. (Mathew) Lynch, caring grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Gordon attended The Ohio State University and was a veteran of The United States Army. Gordon...
Scott Andersen
Jan 31, 2021
Scott Andersen beloved husband of Glenda Andersen (Nee Ray), loving father of Kelly (the late Jerod) Stevens and Kristen Andersen, grandfather of Hector Pena, Katie Stevens and Ella Stevens, brother of Debbie (Randell) Andrews, brother-in-law of Gary Ray and Michael Ray and numerous nieces and nephews.Scott is preceded in death by his parents, Bryon and Dorothy Andersen, his brother Gary...
Michael A. Gastrich
Jan 31, 2021
GASTRICH, Michael A., beloved son of Anthony Gastrich (step-mom Lesetta Gastrich) and (step-dad Sean Turner). Loving brother of Gabrielle (Adam) Gilpin, Mackenzie Turner, Adeline Turner, Trey Gastrich, Elizabeth Gastrich, Sophie Turner and Ainsley Gastrich. Dear uncle of Oliver Gilpin. Predeceased by his mother Barbara (Bodnar) Turner. Also survived by his grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Passed away January 31, 2021 at the...
Paul E. Gerke
Jan 30, 2021
GERKE, Paul Edward. Beloved husband of the late Rose Marie "Tootie" (nee Sturm)for 60 years. Father of Cathy (Mark) Goddard, John (Colleen) Gerke, Sue (Matt) Westrich, Peggy (Rob) Combs and Rob (Janine) Gerke. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. Brother of the late Charles, James, Roger Gerke and Mary Herren. Paul was a devoted husband and father and...
William Brogan McCarty
Jan 30, 2021
Beloved husband of the late Elaine (nee Winters), loving father of Michael (Della), Carol Day, Tom, Peggy (Tom) Rohs, Charlie (Melissa), Diane (Leonard) Pugh and Billy (Sondra), devoted grandfather of 17 and great-grandfather of 6, dear brother of Lynne Mayo and the late Gail Uber and Diane Sandmann, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Bill passed away on Saturday...
George B. Gose Sr.
Jan 30, 2021
George B. Gose Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. George is survived by his children Ben Gose, Kathy Gose-Major, Darren (Allison) Traylor, his grandchildren Guy, Kelsee, Kassidy, Khari, Gavin, Milee, Tiffany, his great-grandchildren Oaklee and Rowan and numerous other friends and family.He is preceded in death by his first wife Daisy Gose, his second wife Gaynell Gose...
Bruce H. Rohrbach
Jan 29, 2021
Beloved husband of Sharon D. Rohrbach. Loving father of daughter, Gwen wife of Daniel Vaught of Liberty Township, OH; and son, Sean husband of Jaime Rohrbach of Liberty Township, OH. Dear grandfather of Ethan Vaught, Nolan Vaught and Hayes Rohrbach. Cherished brother of Linda wife of Dr. Paul Yakshe of Plymouth, MN. Predeceased by parents, Stephen P. and Catherine A. Rohrbach. Services are being held...