Obituaries

Jun 5, 2024

Theresa Elaine Clock passed peacefully on June 5, 2024 alongside Family and the Superb staff at GateWay Springs Health Campus, and Hospice of Cincinnati.Beloved wife of John "Jack" Clock, they were married 62 years. Loving mother of Chris (Doris) Clock, Terri (David) Whirls, and Jeff Clock.Elaine had 4 grandchildren, David Jr., Danielle, Rayetta, and Kyle. Great grandmother of Chase, Brooklyn,...

Jun 4, 2024

Peggy Joyce Lytle (nee Latham), of Goshen Ohio, passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on June 4th 2024.

Born July 21st 1936 in Hamilton County Ohio to Lucy and David Latham, Peggy spent her childhood in Lockland Ohio. Peggy attended Lockland High School, where she met the love of her life, Don Lytle, to whom she was married for...

Jun 4, 2024

Jun 4, 2024

                                                                        James “Jim” Leroy Smith, 76, a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and friend passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on June 4, 2024.

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Jun 3, 2024

Clayton Slusher, beloved husband of the late Peggy Slusher (nee Tuttle), loving father of Clayton Scott (Linda Sue) Slusher and Michael Paul Slusher, step-father of Darrell Tuttle, caring grandfather of Kye Slusher, brother of Daniel (Debra) Slusher, Mark Slusher, Terry (Geanie) Slusher, Don (Margaret) Haley and Donna (late Harold) Scott. Clayton is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Passed...

Jun 3, 2024

In Loving Memory of Axie BrackettAxie Brackett passed away peacefully on June 3, 2024, at the age of 90. She was surrounded by her loved ones during her final moments.Born on October 17, 1933, in Cincinnati, Ohio, daughter of Otis and Gertie (McAninch) Brackett.

Axie is survived by her 2 siblings, Nelson (JoAnn) Brackett, of Green Twp. Ohio, and Eldena (James)...

Jun 2, 2024

Cletus “Bud” passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at age 97. He was a devoted husband of 65 years to Genevieve (Jenny) Wagner, son of the late Joseph and Loretta Elsen, loving brother to the late Irene Elsen, Virginia (Ray) Kleingers, Margaret Elsen, Mary Elsen, Audrey (Bill) Stenken and Thomas (Valerie Rice) Elsen, father to his adoring children...

Jun 1, 2024

Lynne Rebman, a daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on May 31, 2024, at the age of 58 from prolonged health issues. Lynne was born to Frank Rebman and the late Mary Ann Rebman (née Vonderschmidt), and was sister to Mike (Cindy) Rebman,  Jannine Rebman, and Amy McCormick. Lynne also loved being aunt to Matt (Sarah) Rebman, Joe Rebman, and...

Jun 1, 2024

Kenneth David Green, 86, of West Chester, Ohio passed away peacefully on June 1, 2024. He was born on October 7, 1937 to Daskel and Inez Green in Glasgow, Kentucky. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

 Ken was known for his love of God.  He dedicated his life to serving God through various roles within the church.He will...

Jun 1, 2024

Williams, PamelaBeloved wife of Glenn Walter Williams. Loving mother of Gregory Walter Williams. Cherished daughter of the late Armour and Cleta Stevens. Dear sister of twin brother, Michael Armour Stevens, and brother, Gregory Stevens. Also survived by numerous relatives and friends. Pamela passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024. Services are being held privately. Condolences at hodappfuneralhome.com

May 31, 2024

Byus, Karen W. Merkel, age 81

Due to COVID related illness and other health complications, Karen passed away peacefully in her home on May 31, 2024 surrounded by family.

Karen was born on July 24, 1942 in East Hartford, CT to Dr. Gottfried F. Merkel and Winifred Merkel (Ruter). In 1946, Karen and her family moved to College Hill, Ohio where she...

May 31, 2024

Joseph E. Kellerman “Bird” 63 years old of Harrison IN, passed away Thursday, May 31, 2024. He was born November 2, 1960 in Cincinnati, OH, son of the late Henry and Juanita (Robinson) Kellerman.

Joe grew up in North College Hill and was a Carpenter by trade. He was a member of A.A. for over 30 years and helped mentor others.

He...

May 31, 2024

Beloved wife of the late Arthur L. Goforth. Loving mother of Laura Goforth. Cherished sister of Jean Eagen. Dear daughter of the late William and Dorothy Eagen. Also survived by nephew Nathan Goforth and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation will be held at Hodapp Funeral Home, 6410 Cincinnati Dayton Rd., Liberty Twp., OH 45044, on Thursday, June 6,...

May 31, 2024

Wilkens, Dolores A. beloved wife of the late Robert J. Wilkens. Devoted mother of Mark, Don (Curtis), Gregg (Lora), Rob Wilkens, and the late Mike (Sue) Wilkens. Dear grandmother Jeff (Tori) Wilkens, Allison (Lonnie) Banks, Andrew (Sirena) Wilkens, Jessica (Jodi) Hartley, and Courtney (Alex) Werdman. Great-grandmother of Oliver, Graham, Jude, and Tate Banks, Mila, Mazlo, Ezekiel Wilkens and Luna and...

May 29, 2024

Kenneth Edward Kalisewicz passed away on May 29, 2024, after a long battle with multiple health issues.Ken was born on August 19, 1944 in Wyandotte, Michigan. After graduating from Roosevelt High School, he served in the Army for 2 years. He was a Vietnam war veteran. Ken was a lifelong employee of Ford Motor Company in Detroit, Michigan and Visteon...

May 29, 2024

Peter Anthony Villarreal passed away on Wednesday May 29th after a 13-month battle with leukemia.  He was born in Orange Grove, TX to his parents Teodoro and Loreta Villarreal.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Antoinette (Toni) F. Villarreal.  He is dearly missed by his son, Mark (wife, Mary) Villarreal and daughter, Lisa.  He will be...

May 29, 2024

Alan James Wernersbach of Sharonville, Ohio died suddenly of a pulmonary embolism on May 29, 2024.  He was born in Cincinnati, OH to Elaine and Albert Wernersbach in 1952.  He is survived by his mother Elaine, his loving wife Peg Wernersbach (nee Baker), His daughter Carrie Higgins (Tim Higgins Jr.). Alan will be dearly missed by his grandchildren: Keira, Lexy,...

May 28, 2024

James C. Land, known affectionately as Jim, was born on July 23, 1959, in Anderson, Indiana to Robert and Joan Land. He peacefully passed away on May 28, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio due to an unexpected illness.Jim led a fulfilling life marked by his dedication to both his career and loved ones. He graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor...

May 28, 2024

Shirley, beloved wife of the late Bernard R. Froehle.   Loving mother of Patty (Rich) Branson, Rodney Froehle, Colleen Froehle, David (Jennifer) Froehle, Suzanne (Mike) Stacey, Jenny (Joe) Buysse, Scott (Tammy) Froehle. Grandmother of 13 and great grandmother of 11 and one on the way. Sister of late Leland (Virginia) Stanford.  Shirley received her nursing diploma from the Jewish Hospital...

May 28, 2024

Joyce June Owens (nee Hibbard) born July 27, 1936, age 87. Cherished daughter of the late Grover C. Hibbard, Sr. and Allie (Stewart) Hibbard. Devoted sister of the late Grover C. Hibbard, Jr., Lawrence E. Hibbard and Viola Creelman. Loving wife of the late Owen D. Owens. The beloved mother of and survived by Donald W. Owens. Passed away on...