Obituaries

Sep 10, 2020

William Andrews Smetts

William Andrews Smetts, 97, of Cincinnati, died peacefully at home after extended Hospice care, on September 10, 2020.

William was the only child of Martin and Rexa Villa Smetts, born July 1,1923 in Cleveland, Ohio.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his oldest...

Sep 7, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Zelona “Frankie” Frances Young announce her passing on Monday September 7, 2020 at the age of 91.

Frankie carried many talents, she was an extremely accomplished seamstress, a master at alterations, queen of making quilts and stockings, and a delicious baker where she was known for her pies,...

Sep 5, 2020

Frederick "Jerry" Kitchell, born December 29, 1933, passed away after receiving comfort from his loved ones on September 5, 2020, in Mason, Ohio.

The family of Jerry will be receiving friends for a visitation at Shorten and Ryan Funeral Home (400 Reading Rd., Mason, OH 45040) on Thursday, September 10, 2020 from 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM...

Sep 4, 2020

Alice Faye Blevins, born September 3, 1947, passed away on September 4, 2020 at the age of 73 years old.  Alice is survived by her loving husband Carl Blevins, dear children Grover Gilman, Steven (Rhonda) Gilman, Cindy Gilman , Jim (Vicki) Gilman, and Randy (Jody) Gilman, Tony (Anne) Blevins, Britt (Julie) Blevins, Dennis (Donna) Blevins, sister Patty Gee, her...

Sep 4, 2020

Korean War Veteran and long time West Chester, OH resident- Harold O. Thomsen, born August 30, 1930, passed away September 4, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Anne Thomsen (nee Fonner), loving father of Bob (Pat) Thomsen, Terry (Joe) Workman and Tammy (Beau) Hardegree. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren.  Brother of Ted (Nancy) Thomsen.  The family of...

Aug 27, 2020

William E. Worley, born July 5, 1943, passed away peacefully at his home on August 27, 2020.  Bill is survived by his loving wife Vicki Worley, dear children Marty Worley, Jonathan Worley, Rebecca Worley, grandchild Marty Worley Jr., and many siblings.  He is preceded in death by his beloved son Josh Worley, and parents Leonard and Maude Worley.  Bill...

Aug 23, 2020

Virginia A. Donnelly Williams

Virginia Ann Williams, age 88, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2020 at Mercy Hospital Fairfield after a brief illness. She was born on January 17, 1932 to the late Edward and Durlie Mae Donnelly.  She was the loving wife of Ernest D. Williams, Sr and the devoted mother to Constance J. Williams,...

Aug 19, 2020

James R. Martin, age 96.  Veteran of World War II.  Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anna Martin. Devoted father of Hugh Martin, Lydia Buckley and James Martin. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Passed away peacefully on his birthday, August 19, 2020. The family will be receiving friends at Socialville Baptist Church (5946 Socialville-Foster...

Aug 17, 2020

Ethel Wells, born March 30, 1946 passed away August 17, 2020.  Ethel is survived by Children Tammy (Rich) Klaserner and Shawn (Jaclyn) Wells, Grandchildren:Shannon (Jeremy) Thornton, Jimmy (Lindsay) Wells, Shawna (Kevin) Knopp, Shane (Amanda) Leone, Ashley Klaserner, Alexis Klaserner, Kaitlyn Wells, Shawn Wells, Masie Wells, 11 Great Grandchildren, and Partner: John Costello.  She is Preceded in death by Jim Wells (Husband), James Wells (Son),...

Aug 16, 2020

Harold (Bud) Edward Hein, age 95, passed away August 16, 2020 in Mason, Ohio of natural causes. He was the loving husband of the late Betty Jane (Cunningham) Hein and devoted father of Jocelyn Hein (Bob Corona) and Janet Hein. He cherished his grandchildren Stephanie and Caroline Corona and was loved by many relatives and friends.

Bud was...

Aug 11, 2020

Shirley Aufderhaar, born October 8, 1943, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2020.  Shirley is survived by her loving  husband of 40 years Pat Aufderhaar, cherished son Ron Moses, dear friend Connie Jones, 1 sister, 2  brothers, numerous grandchildren,  nieces, nephews and extended family members.  The family of Shirley will be receiving friends for a visitation at Shorten and Ryan Funeral...

Aug 7, 2020

Joel Rampello, born December 11, 1985 to Ronald and Cecile Rampello, passed away August 7, 2020.  Joel is survived by his loving wife Aubrey Rampello, cherished son Denver Schelling, brother Oliver (Jill Lause) Rampello , niece baby weezie, and nephew Carter Schilt.  The family of Joel will be receiving friends for a visitation at Shorten and Ryan Funeral Home (400...

Jul 22, 2020

Patti Jo Shull (nee Losh), born February 27, 1951, passed away surrounded by loved ones on July 22, 2020.  Patti is survived by her loving husband Daniel Shull, beloved children Bradley (Natasha) Shull and Stacy (Todd) Hoffert, dear grandchildren Grace, Gabriel, Griffin Shull, and Brady and Ava Jo Hoffert, siblings Tom (Teresa) Losh and Becky (Danny) Scruggs.  She is...

Jul 21, 2020

David Sammons, born August 12, 1954 in Cincinnati, Ohio, met his Lord and Savior on July 21, 2020.  David is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Cherryl Sammons (nee Lykins), cherished children Brandon David (Betsy)  Sammons and Allison (Kevin) Lyons (nee Sammons), his loving grandchildren whom to them they knew as poopaw, Prince, Izuchukwu, Sophia, Emmanuel, Micah, Adyline, Malaya,Leighton Psalm, and Samuel,  Mother-in-Law,...

Jul 21, 2020

Irma Jean Palmer, 84, went to her Heavenly Home with her Lord at 7 AM Tuesday (July 21, 2020) at Bethesda North Hospital.

Irma was born May 5, 1936 in Warren county, daughter of the late Wm. Ross and Mary Villars.

She was a life long member of the Olive Branch United Methodist Church and...

Jul 17, 2020

Ronald Pelfrey of Mason, Ohio, born February 19, 1940, passed away on July 17, 2020.  Ronald is survived by his loving children Ronald D. (Bridget) Pelfrey and Lisa (Jim) Pelfrey Sowder, beloved grandchildren Patricia, Ronald H., Patrick, and Christopher Pelfrey, and Kyle Sowder.  He is preceded in death by his cherished wife Phyllis Pelfrey and brother Omer Pelfrey.  The...

Jul 12, 2020

Jean Verbarg of West Chester, Ohio, passed away July 12, 2020 at age 82.  Loving wife of John Verbarg (deceased in 2014) for over 50 years. Loving mother of Paul Verbarg, Nancy Allen (deceased), and Dan (Cindy) Verbarg.  Grandmother of Nick and Alexis Allen, Katelyn and Ashley Verbarg, also Elena, Alex and Zachary Verbarg.  Longtime West Chester, Ohio resident...

Jul 10, 2020

Heaven gained a Gentlewoman with the arrival of June Ruth Hasselbring of Blue Ash, Ohio.  She was born to Arthur Edwin and Lydia Pergande Hoffman on June 8, 1925 and grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  At the age of 18, her cheerful personality and beautiful spirit caught the eye of Navy Radioman 1st Class Officer Jack Hasselbring at a...

Jul 6, 2020

Dorothy G. Proudfit, devoted mother of son David (Linda), cherished grandmother of Matthew (Molly) and dear great-grandmother of Graham and Claire passed away July 6, 2020.  She was 99. Formerly from Pennsylvania, she and her husband William (deceased) moved to Mason, OH in 1994.  She was an active member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Loveland.  A graveside...

Jul 2, 2020

Charlie Ray Reeves, born May 16, 1959 in Cincinnati, passed away surrounded by his loving caregivers at Open Options on July 2, 2020.  Beloved son of Charlie and Nettie Reeves, dear brother of Robert Reeves, Alvin Reeves, Cheryl Richards, and Phyllis Reed.  Charlie was a very kind and special person who loved his records, traveling, and taking vacations. He...