Obituaries

JACKSON, Cody, 22, of Enon, Ohio, passed away Monday June 28, 2021 of natural causes. He was a very special guy who could light up a room with his smile and contagious laugh! He loved playing sports and hanging out with family and friends. He was one of a kind, loved his clothes and expensive shoes… He had a heart...

KNISLEY-DANIELS, Janice E., 91, of South Charleston, passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2021 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born September 30, 1930 in Greene County the daughter of Elmer and Helen (Garrett) Gahm. Janice was a 1948 graduate of Stokes Township High School, a member of Grace Community Church in South Solon and a member of the Minute...

Hune, Floyd Edward "Ned", 74 of Springfield, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born in Ashland, Kentucky on July 22, 1946 the son of Floyd Elmer and Kathleen (Eaton) Hune. Ned was an I.T. Consultant for many years with Credit Life, Deloitte & Touche and Shaner Consultants. He was a member of St....

HEARLIHY, Daniel "Casey", 39 of Columbus, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 20, 2021 at OSU Medical Center after a hard-fought health battle originally stemming from Crohn's Disease. Casey was born January 25, 1982 in Springfield, the son of Beth (Hiles) and Dan Hearlihy. Casey fought to live every day of the past 4 years for his family, especially his...

FLOYD, Doris Ann (Eby), 85, was graciously called from her earthly home into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 19, 2021. She was born December 1, 1935, in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of Samuel and Clara (Snyder) Eby. Doris was preceded in death by her high school sweetheart, and best friend John Wesley Floyd....

(Litteral) Yates, Katrina Lynn, 33, loving mother and daughter, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021. She was born October 1, 1987 to Kelly McFarland of South Charleston and Donald Jones of Milford Center. Katrina grew up and lived in South Charleston, where everybody knew and cared for her. In addition to her parents, survivors include her step-father, Daniel McFarland;...

SWANSON, Scott A., 46, crossed the finish line on June 12, 2021 in Springfield. He was born August 9, 1974 in Springfield the son of James and Carolyn (Green) Swanson and was a beloved father and brother. Scott was an avid NASCAR fan and loved rock n roll music. He was a great story teller and could make you laugh...

GERRICH, James Lee, 78, went home to be with the Lord on June 18th, 2021. He was born in Goodland, Indiana on September 8, 1942. He was an incredible husband, father, and grandfather. He taught us that true treasure is family. His favorite way to spend his day was driving his orange Honda Element around town to see his kids...

COCHRAN, Helen, 86, of Springfield, went to her heavenly home on June 7, 2021. She passed away at Springfield Regional Medical Center with family by her side. Helen was born on August 18, 1934, in Aliquippa, PA, to Michael and Mary (Pinkovski) Kuchera. Helen proudly served her country in the United States Navy. Helen was a trailblazer as she was...

HATFIELD, Phillip Michael "Mike", 73, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. Mike was born July 12, 1947 in Springfield, Ohio to Joseph D. and Frances J. (Schafer) Hatfield. He was a veteran of the United States Army and later retired from the Springfield Police Department after 26 years of service. He was also...

Sheridan, Thomas Joseph, 87 of Springfield, passed away June 15, 2021 in his residence with his loving family by his side. He was born November 14, 1933 to John and Agnes (Bennett) Sheridan. He was an active and dedicated member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, served in the National Guard in 1947, 1948 and 1949. He was employed as a...

WALLEN, Joshua Lee, 40, of Springfield, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 14, 2021 in his home. He was born January 2, 1981 in Springfield the son of Michael Wallen and Diana (Floyd) Scaggs. Josh was a self-employed painter in Springfield for many years. He is survived by his father and stepmother, Michael & Heather Wallen; his mother, Diana Scaggs;...

Parrett, Sr. Robert W., 74 of Springfield, passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021. He was born in Springfield on October 25, 1946 the son of Roderick and Dorothy (Gossett) Parrett. He retired as a mailman from the U.S. Postal Service. He was a member of the American Legion and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Survivors include his...

LINKENHOKER, Barbara Ann, 94, a longtime resident of Springfield, Ohio died peacefully at home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday at 11:00 a.m. in St. Bernard Church. Visitation will be held one hour prior, beginning at 10 a.m. in the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ohio Hospice Hope Fund at...

West, Stephen Thomas, 77, of Springfield, passed away on Friday June 11, 2021. He was born in Springfield on October 5, 1943 the son of Woodrow and June (Brannan) West. He was a 1961 graduate of North High School. He worked for his father's welding shop when he was a young boy, then later for Bill's Rod and Custom Shop...

CAUSLIN, Carolyn M., 86, of Springfield, passed away on Thursday, June 10, 2021 in Forest Glen Health Campus after a short battle with cancer. She was born January 15, 1935 in Glouster, OH the daughter of Clyde and Cora (Robson) Yarger. Carolyn spent time working for Bauer Brothers and at the office of Dr. Robert Beam. Her and her husband...

MERTENS, Thomas A., Sr., 85, of Springfield passed away Friday, June 4, 2021 in Southbrook Care Center. He was a loving husband to Lorraine Mertens for 65 years. He was born May 15, 1936 in Springfield, Ohio the son of Henry L. and Margaret (Smith) Mertens. Tom retired from Navistar after 33 years of service and working tirelessly with a...

BRENNAN, Terry P., 70, formerly of Springfield, passed away naturally and unexpectedly on May 19, 2021 at his home in Miami, FL. Terry was born February 11, 1951 in Springfield the son of Raymond and Jeanne (Dee) Brennan. He was a 1969 graduate of Catholic Central High School. After high school he joined the United States Navy where he reenlisted...

EDMUNDS, Larry D., 80, of Springfield, passed away May 31, 2021 in his home. He was born July 18, 1940 in Springfield the son of Haydn and Florence (Miller) Edmunds. Larry retired from Navistar after 35 years of service. He was a car enthusiast and founding member of Mod-Tiques Car Club in Springfield. He also was an avid golfer and...

Emmons, Andrew Scott, 36, sunrise September 10, 1984 and sunset May 28, 2021. He was a good family man, a Bengal, OSU and Reds fan and worked doing tree services for several years. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca; daughter, Grace Emmons; two step-daughters, Kaylin and Olivia Massie; mother and step-father, Robin and Mike Alltop; two sisters and families,...