Obituaries

Herrman, Joseph A., 78, of Springfield, passed away August 28, 2015 in his home. He was born March 19, 1937 in Philadelphia, PA to Joseph and Catherine (Conners) Herrman. Joseph was a Lt. Col. for the United States Air Force where he served as a Navigator for twenty-four years. He was a member of St. Bernard Church and B.P.O.E. #...

Scott, Doris E., 92, of Centerville, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2015 in the St. Leonard Franciscan Living Community. Doris was born September 9, 1922 in Springfield, OH to Benjamin and Elizabeth (Singer) Albin. She is survived by a son, William M. Scott of Centerville; one granddaughter, Julianna R. Scott; one daughter-in-law, Cheryl A. Maguire; one sister-in-law, Betty Scott; three...

WACHSMUTH, Kathleen M., 90, of Springfield, passed away August 26, 2015 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born January 16, 1925 in Dayton, Ohio the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Kerrigan) Wachsmuth. Kathleen worked as a teacher for Springfield City Schools for 37 years, retiring in 1984. She was a member of Delta Zeta Sorority, Mercy Library Guild, Altar...

Klenke, Rosemary (Marous), 92, of Springfield, Ohio, died Wednesday, August 26, 2015. She was born May 16, 1923 in Westview Pennsylvania, the daughter of Joseph and Marie (Beran) Marous. Rosemary was an active member of St Bernard Catholic Church, including the sewing guild, visiting shut-ins, and serving on a variety of church committees. Her hobbies included, knitting, sewing, and enjoying...

Bradford, Jacquelyn Ann, 74, passed away peacefully at her home on August 25, 2015 surrounded by her family and beloved dog Iris. Jackie was born October 6, 1940 to Marguerite and William "Bud" Heinrich, both of whom predeceased her in passing. She married Robert W. Bradford on February 4, 1960 and promptly bore two girls, Teresa and Tracy, just fourteen...

Harkins, Daniel Drury "Slim", 85, passed away August 24, 2015 at Friendship Village of Dublin. Dan was an inspiring storyteller, a thoughtful family leader and a faithful friend. He had an extensive and innovative career in international and domestic business during which he forged lasting friendships around the world. Always forward thinking, his business initiatives in Europe were well received,...

Gray, Doris Marie, 80, of Enon, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on August 18, 2015. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on December 1, 1934, the daughter of Harry and Frances George. Doris dedicated her entire life to caring for others. Her mother died young and she helped raise her four siblings, then raised her own...

Kennedy, John B. 81, of Springfield, passed away Monday, August 17, 2015 in his home. He was born December 6, 1933 in Springfield to Joseph and Stella (Motzer) Kennedy. He worked as a tool designer for Globe Tool & Engineering for many years. He was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church, The Democratic Committee and was a poll worker...

Merkle, James O., 73, of Springfield, passed away Sunday August 16, 2015 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born in Springfield on October 19, 1941 the son of George W. and Grace Louise (Bowman) Merkle. He retired from Robbins & Myers after many years of service. Survivors include two brothers and sister-in-law, Tim Merkle of Springfield and Joe (Pat)...

Henry, Mary Imogene, 94, of Springfield, Ohio, formerly of Yellow Springs, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on August 16, 2015 at Hearth and Home at Harding Senior Nursing Facility. She was born in Chickamauga, Walker, Georgia, July 16, 1921, the daughter of Earl F. and Agnes A. (Fitch) Rutherford. Mary attended Springfield City Schools and taught an...

Sanders, Homer M., 85, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2015 in his home. Homer was born August 29, 1929 in Hardin County, OH to Sherman M. and Oma B. (Brown) Sanders. He worked as a shop superintendent for Nolte Brass for several years. Survivors include his wife, JoAnn T. (Logsdon); two children, Brenda Madison of Springfield, and Linda...

Markley, Fred B. "Brownie", 88, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2015 in his home. Brownie was born January 28, 1927 in Springfield, OH to Jacob and Mary Markley. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and later worked as a Locomotive Engineer for New York Central Rail Road for 40 years. He was a member of St....

WILKE, Eldon R. "Bob", 79, of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born September 28, 1935 in Urbana, Ohio the son of Rudolph and Lillian (Howard) Wilke. Bob retired as a Tech. Sergeant from the United States Air Force after 20 years of service. Survivors include two sons and spouses; Scott...

Runyan, Goldie June, 86, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2015 in her home. She was born March 18, 1929 in Springfield, OH to James and Goldie Faye (Frost) Toppins. She worked for Olan Mills as an Artist for 35 years. Survivors include three children, Patricia (Harry) Dunn, Gary Baldwin and Dan Baldwin; one grandson, Chris Dunn; four siblings,...

Gray, James M., 65, of South Charleston, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2015 in Miami Valley Hospital. James was born February 25, 1950 in Springfield, OH to Melvin and Norma (Kimberly) Gray. He was a member of the Unites States Navy, where he served in Vietnam, and later worked as a Lab Technician for Cooper Industries. He is survived by...

McCann, George M., 92, passed away on August 4, 2015 at Oakwood Village. He was born on January 13, 1923 in Springfield, the son of George W. and Anastasia (Murray) McCann. He lived with the love of his life, Frieda Ray McCann, for 67 years at their home in Southwest Springfield. George and Frieda met while both were students at...

Baker, Carolyn, 75, of Springfield, passed away Friday, July 31, 2015 in the Springfield Regional Medical Center. Carolyn was born April 21, 1940 in Chillicothe, OH to Gilbert A. and Carrie G. (Robinson) Mallow. She worked as a Phlebotomist for Pike County Hospital for many years. Survivors include her daughter, Carrie (Brian) Hanna; two grandchildren, Nolan and Colin Hanna; and...

VANUCH, Jilleen T., 60, of Springfield, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on July 30, 2015. She was born May 14, 1955 in Springfield the daughter of Jim and Ellen (Donohoue) Allender. Jill was an RN for Community Hospital, Lakewood Hospital, The Cleveland Clinic and most recently worked as nurse manager for Wittenberg University. She was...

McFARLAND, Barbara J., 85, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2015 in Essex of Springfield. She was born July 2, 1930 in Springfield, OH the daughter of Robert and Margaret (Slentz) Phillips. Barb owned and operated with her husband, McFarland Brothers Meats. Survivors include her three sons and spouses, Larry & Sissy McFarland, Gary McFarland and Randy & Mary...