Robert Andrew “Andy” Keplinger, age 64, of Wilmington, died Friday, May 17, 2019 at his home with his family by his side.  Andy was born March 25, 1955 in Wilmington, the son of the late Paul and Marilyn Irwin Keplinger.  He enjoyed arrowhead hunting, mushroom hunting, and fishing.  Andy also enjoyed, had a talent for making beautiful wooden walking sticks by hand.  He is survived by nieces and nephews, Shannon Stone of Wilmington, Russell Stone of Wilmington,...

Sharif Antoine Morton, age 34, of Wilmington, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at his home.  He was born January 1, 1985 in Wilmington the son of Dennis and Patsy Willis Morton, who survive.  The most important thing in Sharif’s life was his family, who he loved very much.  Sharif enjoyed cooking and had aspirations of becoming a chef.  He had attended Wilmington High School, enjoyed traveling, and was a fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Cincinnati Bengals, and WWE...

Michael D. Melvin, 38, formerly of Dayton and Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 7, 2019.  Michael was born on March 24, 1981.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents (Melvin).  He leaves behind a son, Aiveon Melvin of Wilmington; a daughter, Mya Melvin of Wilmington; his mother, Janette Melvin, and father of Dayton; foster parents, Lisa and Marvin Frisco III of Wilmington; brothers, Aaron "Byron" Melvin Seese and Dominic Melvin; and other...

Tonda (Toni) Kay Bisig, 62, of Wilmington, passed peacefully at Hospice of Cincinnati, Ohio on Tuesday, May 14, 2019. Born on July 17, 1956 in Wilmington, Ohio to the late Charles and Shirley Evans DeBoard. She was preceded in death by her sister, Kathy DeBoard. She is survived by her husband, Bruce Bisig; her son, Chad (Cassie) DeBoard of Vilas, NC; Step-sons Michael Bisig of Dayton and James (Kim) Bisig of Wilmington. 6 grandchildren (Cyan Joy DeBoard, Corrick DeBoard, Carrus DeBoard,...

Sharon Perry, age 69, of Blanchester, died Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at her home in Friendship Acres.  She was born November 10, 1949 in Sassafras, Kentucky the daughter of the late Tom and Maude Perkins Stamper.  Sharon was of the Presbyterian faith, she loved crafts, knitting, and painting. She loved her buddy, her dog “Toby”.  Sharon was very outgoing person and had a great sense of humor.  But most of all, she loved her family very much!  She is survived...

Nancy Rose Newman, 77, of Hillsboro, passed peacefully at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio with family by her side on Saturday, April 20, 2019. Born on August 20, 1941 in Dayton, Ohio to Russell Harmon and Dolores (Sundstrom) Harmon. She was very strong in her faith, and enjoyed being with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also enjoyed baking, crafting, and spending time with her family and friends. She was an active member at Fairview Church of Christ,...

Diana Lynn Richardson Taylor, age 63, of Clarksville, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at Clinton Memorial Hospital.  Diane was born September 25, 1955 the daughter of Donald Eugene (Deceased) and Barbara Bowling Richardson.   Diane was raised in a small farm community of Clarksville, Ohio. She was the second of nine children and the first of six daughters of Donald Richardson (deceased) and Barbara Richardson. She is survived by two sons, Jeremy Collingham and...

Frank E. Shaw, age 83, of Wilmington, died Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Clinton Memorial Hospital.  Frank was born June 9, 1935 in Batavia, Ohio the son of the late Carroll and Bessie DeVore Spencer.  He was a 1953 graduate of Seaman High School, and the Ohio Mechanic Institute of Cincinnati.  Frank was a 50 year member of The Presbyterian Church of Wilmington where he has served as an Elder and Trustee.  He retired from Cincinnati Milacron after 38 years of service. ...

 James R. Ranz, age 91, of Wilmington, died Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at University of Cincinnati Medical Center.  He was born January 4, 1928 in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of the late Stephen and Kate Gruber Ranz.  Mr. Ranz was a veteran of the United States Army serving during WWII.  He was a Registered Engineer and had retired as Chief Design Engineer of the blower division of Phillips Industries.  He was a graduate of Wilmington College, a member of First Christian...

Betty L. Jones, age 85, of New Vienna, passed away peacefully Monday, April 8, 2019 at her home with her family by her side.  She was born June 6, 1933 in Wilmington, the daughter of the late William F. and Mary Ellis Shipley.  Betty was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother who adored her family.  She had been a bus driver for East Clinton Schools for 30 years.  Betty is survived by her husband of 65 years, Clifford E. Jones, to who she married April 10,...