Obituaries
Michael Douglas Stant
Jul 14, 2023
STANT, Michael Douglas, 63, of Springfield, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023 in his residence with his wife next to his side. He was born July 21, 1959 in Springfield; the son of Charles R. and Dona (Smith) Stant. He was a member of the Eagles and Union Club. Survivors in addition to his mother, include his wife of 36...
Andrew Michael Murphy
Jul 13, 2023
Murphy, Andrew Michael, 45 of Oldenburg, Indiana passed away at home on Thursday, July 13, 2023. The son of Patrick and Cynthia (Kupanoff) Murphy was born on January 25, 1978 in Springfield, Ohio. Andy as most knew him, graduated from Catholic Central High School in Springfield, Ohio. In 2000 he graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science Degree. On...
Stephene L. Winwood
Jul 12, 2023
Winwood, Stephene Lynn, 58, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023 surrounded by family. Stephene was born July 14, 1964 in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of J. Stephen and Susan (Spitler) Heinzen. She was a member of St. Joseph Church. Stephene spent the majority of her career working in the culinary arts, later becoming a personal care giver. She...
Paul Richard Hypes
Jul 11, 2023
Hypes, Paul R., 45, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023 in the OSU James Cancer Center. Paul was born December 18, 1977 in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Larry and Gloria (Jackson) Hypes. He worked as a Repair Technician for STS Repair and was a member of Medway Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and camping,...
Richard E. "Dick" Copeland
Jul 9, 2023
Copeland, Richard E. “Dick”, 77 of Springfield, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023. He was born in Springfield on November 29, 1945 the son of Bernard and Lillian (Wild) Copeland. Dick was a 1964 graduate of Catholic Central and a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church. He retired from the Springfield Fire Department in 1998 with 25 years...
Rose Naumoff
Jul 7, 2023
Naumoff, Rose, 77, of Springfield, Ohio, went home to Jesus peacefully with her family by her side on July 7th, 2023 at Northwood Nursing Home. Rose was known for her love of her family, her favorite color, purple, and music of all kinds, the louder the better. Rose was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 40 years, James Naumoff;...
Martha Ann Oliver
Jul 3, 2023
Oliver, Martha Ann “Marty”, 75, of Gahanna, passed away Monday, July 3, 2023 in Riverside Methodist Hospital. Martha was born May 22, 1948 in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of Robert and Marion (Clayton) Metzler. Marty had a 12 year working career at Lagonda/Huntington Bank in Springfield, Ohio. She was an administrative assistant and did everything from balancing the books at...
Robert C. Pinson, Jr.
Jun 30, 2023
PINSON, Robert C., Jr., 67, of Springfield, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 30, 2023 in his home. He was born April 25, 1956 in Springfield the son of the late Robert C. Pinson, Sr. and Anna Lou (Linthicum) Powell. Rob worked as a body shop laborer for 30 years and was a lifelong member of St. Raphael Catholic Church. ...
Glen R. Branham
Jun 30, 2023
BRANHAM, Glen R., 83, of Enon, Ohio passed away Friday, June 30, 2023 in SOIN Medical Center surrounded by his family and special friends. He was born in Kentucky on January 8, 1940 to the late Albert Lee Hall and Margaret (Branham) Campbell. Glen worked as a machinist and maintenance supervisor at R & M for several years. He...
Linda Lou Hawke
Jun 26, 2023
Hawke, Linda, 74, of Springfield, passed away Monday, June 26, 2023 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. Linda was born October 17, 1948 in Urbana, Ohio, the daughter of Charles and Beulah (Owens) Goldsberry. She retired as a Registered Nurse for over 40 years and was a member of Fellowship Christian Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends,...
Phyllis C. Wells
Jun 25, 2023
WELLS, Phyllis C., 84, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023 in Our Home Fairborn. She was born April 10, 1938 in West Liberty, KY the daughter of the late Elmer and Lillie (Wages) Stacy. She retired from Macy’s after many years of service. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Walter Wells;...
James A. Kearns
Jun 24, 2023
KEARNS, James A. "Jim," 81, of Springfield, passed away on June 24, 2023, surrounded by his family. Jim was born July 17, 1941, in Springfield, the son of Joseph and Loretta (Myers) Kearns. Jim served in the Army Reserves for six years. He was a loyal United States Postal Service employee for 26 years before retiring. Jim was preceded...
Gerald Wayne "Jerry" Riggin
Jun 22, 2023
Riggin, Gerald “Jerry” Wayne, 72, of Troy passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 with his family by his side. Jerry was born on August 3, 1950 in Amherst, OH to Richard and Margaret (Stillwagon) Riggin. He was raised in Lorain, OH and was a graduate of Clearview High School in 1968. He then entered the U.S. Air Force as a jet engine...
Margaret "Darlene" Beechler
Jun 19, 2023
Margaret “Darlene” Beechler, 71, of Springfield, entered into the gates of heaven on Monday, June 19, 2023. Darlene was born on September 12, 1951, a daughter of the late James Edward and Martha Jane (Beechler) Null. She was preceded in death by three brothers, James Null, Timothy Null, and Darren Null. Darlene is survived by two children, Dana (Leslie) Beechler...
Sharon Gibson
Jun 17, 2023
GIBSON, Sharon K., 64, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born July 13, 1958 in Springfield the daughter of William “Bill” and Betty (Wilson) Lethcoe. Sharon worked as a home healthcare nurse for a number of years. She was a member of The Renegades Motorcycle Club. Survivors include her husband,...
Gregory Allen Edington
Jun 16, 2023
Edington, Gregory Allen passed away at his home on Friday June 16, 2023 in Springfield, Ohio at the age of 62. Gregory was born on May 22, 1961 in Springfield the son of Earl Jr. and Barbara Edington. He was a beloved Father, Grandfather, brother and friend. He grew up in the Enon area where he attended elementary through...
James R. Newell
Jun 14, 2023
Newell, James R. “Jimmy”, 59, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023 in Southbrook Care Center. Jimmy was born September 3, 1963 in Springfield, Ohio, the son of James M. and Sonja K. (Reed) Newell. He attended St. Raphael School, Catholic Central High School and Clark County JVS. Survivors include one daughter, Kimberly Newell; a sister, Cindy (Chris) Dickens;...
Jerry Lee Shaffer
Jun 11, 2023
Shaffer, Jerry Lee, 86, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023 in Springfield Regional Medical Center surrounded by family. Jerry was born May 24, 1937 in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Jeremiah William and Nellie (Morgan) Shaffer. He retired from Navistar, Department 55 in 1985. He was very proud of all his grandchildren and spouses, and his great grandchildren,...
Donald J. Geron
Jun 9, 2023
Geron, Donald J., 88 of Springfield, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023. He was born in Springfield on September 21, 1934 the son of George and Helen (Fahey) Geron. He retired as a Supervisor from Robbins & Meyers after 35 years of service. After retiring, he worked for 10 years at Conroy Funeral Home. Don was a member of...
Kyle M. Harris
Jun 8, 2023
Harris, Kyle M., 32, of Springfield, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 8, 2023. Kyle was born September 26, 1990 in Ft. Worth, Texas to Cynthia S. Kristoff. He graduated from Springfield High and was an avid sports fan. He especially loved playing basketball and football. In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife, Tiffani; five children, Kaiden, A’lenah,...