Kash Eric Humphries, 2 days old, passed away September 5, 2021, at Children’s Hospital in Cincinnati. He was born September 3, 2021 to Gage Eric Humphries and Stephanie May Chilton. In addition to his parents, Kash is survived by his twin brother Bentley; maternal grandparents, Robert Chilton of Batavia and Robin Stoyko of Florida; paternal grandparents Ronald and Amy Humphries of Fayetteville; great grandmother Betty Chilton of Colerain; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Kash is...

Carlynda Shope McElroy, age 60, of Wilmington, passed away Peacefully Monday, September 13, 2021 at the Christ Hospital in Cincinnati with family by her side. She was born October 10, 1960, in Wilmington, the daughter of Albert David and Patty Mae (Sanderson) Shope. Carlynda worked at ADVICS Manufacturing in Lebanon for 25 years. She enjoyed camping and spending time with her family, especially her granddaughter. She was a very loving, caring, and giving person. She had a contagious smile...

Robert Donavon “Bob” Wilkin, age 65, of Wilmington, passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021 at the Clinton Memorial Hospital in Wilmington. He was born June 19, 1956 in Wilmington, the son of the late Howard Donavon and Marilyn (Cline) Wilkin. Bob was a member of the Wilmington Church of God. He enjoyed being outdoors, he loved camping, boating, fishing, and trap-shooting. Bob was a hard worker, and would help anyone in need. He was very Patriotic and loved his country. Bob was an...

Nehemiah Jacob McKee, age 26, of Wilmington, passed away Sunday, September 5, 2021 at Miami Valley South Hospital in Centerville. He was born November 2, 1994, in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of Bruce and Vanessa D. (Dixson) McKee.  Nehemiah was famously known for his infectious smile and personable attitude; He’d never met a stranger. Nehemiah was a 2013 Graduate of Wilmington High School. During those years he was active in many endeavors. He was a lifetime member of Bible...

Edward Timothy “Tim” O’Neill, age 75, of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at his home.  Tim was born December 10, 1945 in Rochester, Michigan, the son of the late Edward Patrick O’Neill and Helen Virginia (Eaton) O’Neill Salasky.    Tim was a Veteran of the Unites States Army, upon his discharge he then served in the Ohio National Guard for 31 years.  He was a member of the Wilmington United Methodist Church and a 23-year...

Richard Joseph “Rich” Curran, age 83, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at his home with family by his side.  He was born March 14, 1938 in Green Hills, Ohio the son of the late Robert and Catherine (Rudler) Curran.  Rich was a member of St. Columbkille Catholic Church, former member of Wilmington Elks Lodge #797, Wilmington Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge #1224, and Gamma Phi Gamma Fraternity.  He was a graduate of Wilmington...

George P. Merrill, age 76, of Wilmington, passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 3, 2021, at his home.  He was born August 6, 1945 in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of the late George S. and Carmel (Smith) Merrill.  George had worked at Cincinnati Milacron for 30 years, initially as a machine repair specialist, then as a Sales Representative for the last 11 years of service.  George is survived by his wife, Joyce F. (Campbell) Merrill, to whom he married June 14, 1980 in...

Steven Craig “Steve” Lyons, age 57, of Wilmington, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at the Clinton Memorial Hospital, Wilmington.  He was born January 17, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Cliff and Faye (Crider) Lyons.  Steve liked Harley Davidson Motorcycles, music of all genres, fishing, and was a great cook.  He enjoyed the outdoors, and had a “green thumb”.  He loved his cars, and was meticulous in keeping them clean.  Steve loved...

Arthur Edwin “Jack” Greene, age 83, of Wilmington, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at his home with his family by his side.  He was born September 7, 1937, in Xenia, Ohio the son of the late Elmer E. and Christine (Spiegel) Greene.  Jack was an over-the-road truck driver his entire working life.  It was a job he loved.   He was the perfect example of a truck driver should be, in both action and dress. He enjoyed gambling of all sorts, and playing...

Katlin Beth “Katie” Bailey, age 32, of Wilmington, passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021 at the Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton as the result of an aneurysm.  She was born March 21, 1989, in Wilmington the daughter of Jeffery Allen Bailey and Dawn Lorelei “Lorrie” Smith.    Katie collected anything that had a mushroom on it.  Her home was decorated and filled with many “Mushroom” items.  She enjoyed the outdoors, loved her...