Obituaries

Jan 24, 2023

Virginia Ann (Neer) McBride, age 75 of Springfield, Ohio passed away on January 24, 2023. She was born on February 17, 1947 in Springfield, Ohio to the late Ralph Everhart and Margaret Mae (Gridley) Neer. Ginny is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Daniel McBride, children; Shawn (Katie) McBride, Alisa McBride-Baker, and Christopher McBride, grandchildren; Maranda, Joshua (Jordan),...

Jan 22, 2023

Jan 15, 2023

SPAIN, Carol A. age 67 of Urbana, Ohio passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born on October 31, 1955, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Kitchen) Chamberlain in Urbana. In addition to her parents, Carol leaves behind her two sons: Christopher (Jessica) Spain and Jaye (Michele) Baker; grandchildren: Korey Spain, Xander Spain,...

Jan 14, 2023

RICHARDSON, Alana Lynn age 17 of Urbana left this world too soon on Saturday, January 14, 2023. She was born on December 21, 2005 in Marysville, Ohio the daughter of Anthony Richardson and Roxanne Gillenwater. In addition to her parents, Alana leaves behind her daughter, Brielle Richardson; siblings: Tessa Richardson, Benjamin Nichols, Steven Baer, and Adelyne Buckney and MawMaw, Patty...

Jan 10, 2023

WINGFIELD, Evelyn May

We are heartbroken to announce the death of Evelyn May Wingfield. She passed away peacefully at home at the age of 105 on January 10, 2023. Born May 27, 1917, near Tremont City. She was the daughter of Lloyd and Gladys (Lee) Faulkner. A member of New Beginnings Church (Boulusville United Methodist Church), and a member of Elizabeth...

Jan 8, 2023

Christopher Siferd, age 63, of Springfield, passed away in his home on January 8, 2023. He was born on April 23, 1959, the son of Joe P. and Barbara Ann (Balmer) Siferd.

Chris is survived by his father, Joe Siferd; his beloved wife of 13 years, Melissa (Patten) Siferd; son and daughter-in-law, Derek and Melissa Siferd; brothers and sister-in-law, Jeffery and...

Dec 28, 2022

Arlie Roy Monroe, age 93 of Nehawka NE died Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at the Ambassador Care Center in Nebraska City, NE following an extended illness. Arlie was born July 24, 1929 in Meigs Township, Ohio to George Washington Monroe Edna Laura (Ewing) Monroe. He was married to Clara I. Cox on May 14, 1947.

Arlie worked for a Paper Mill...

Dec 24, 2022

MILLER, James Daniel “Danny”, age 63 of Urbana, formerly of Gallia County, Ohio passed away Saturday, December 24, 2022 at Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born on November 14, 1959 in Troy, Ohio to the late Donald and Kathryn (Boggs) Miller. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Donald Miller.  Danny is survived...

Dec 20, 2022

Lee Elizabeth Colbert, 73, of Urbana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 after a blessed life. Lee was a loving mother, friend and nurse. Her capacity to love and dedication to family, friends and friends who became family should be an inspiration to all.

Lee was born in Urbana, Ohio on May 21, 1949 to William and Cleta (Bette)...

Dec 10, 2022

Sharon Sue Smart, age 74, of Urbana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born on January 17, 1948, in Flat River, Missouri, the daughter of the late Harold F. and Helen F. (Summers) Montgomery. She leaves behind her sons, Kevin Douglas Smart and Kenneth Wayne (Melissa) Smart; grandson, Michael Smart; sister, Deborah...

Dec 6, 2022

Lisa M. Courter, of Urbana, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 following a car accident. She was born on May 6, 1965, in Urbana, the daughter of Phyllis Kay and George L. Courter. She is survived by her mother Phyllis (Dave) Courter Kimbler of Urbana; her partner, Bruce Barney of Urbana; children, Brandon (Brooke) Hooten of Urbana,...

Nov 29, 2022

Lowell Kenneth Newman, age 82 of Urbana, Ohio passed away on November 29, 2022. He was born on June 10, 1940 in Minford, Ohio to the late Ottis and Edith (Dixon) Newman. Lowell is survived by his two sons; Ken (Kim) Newman and Dennis (Heather) Newman, grandchildren; Drake (Ashley), Damond, Josh (Sarah), and Hanna, and sister, Janice Ervin. Along with...

Nov 29, 2022

Margaret Ann McCall, age 79 of West Liberty, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 in her home. She was surrounded by her daughter and best friend, Teresa. Margie was born on November 28, 1943 in Jackson, Ohio to the late Dorothy and Cecil Brown. She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Strunk, sons; Bobby and Charlie Stewart, numerous...

Nov 28, 2022

Robert Dutton, age 79, passed away on November 28, 2022. He was born on July 13, 1943 in Union County, Ohio to the late Richard and Virginia (Thompson) Dutton. Robert is survived by his children, Robert (Micki) Dutton Jr. and Sharon Strong, grandchildren; Renee Walborn, Miranda Hartzel, Erica Dutton, Rodney Strong, and Lisha Strong, and 10 great-grandchildren. Along with his...

Nov 22, 2022

Tina Baker, 60, of Urbana, Ohio went to be with the Lord after a battle with kidney disease and breast cancer. Tina was a long-time USTA judge that loved traveling and being able to see the athletes grow in the sport of tumbling and trampoline. She loved The Ohio State and fall was her favorite time of year to cheer...

Nov 22, 2022

KING, Janice L. age 88, of Springfield passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 22, 2022. She was born on January 4, 1934 in Mechanicsburg, Ohio to the late Roland D. and Blanche O. (Walter) Bowen. In addition to her parents, Janice is preceded in death by her daughter, Karen L. Sadler; grandson, Shane Lusk; a brother,...

Nov 20, 2022

Larry A. Chrisman, age 81 of Urbana, Ohio passed away on November 20, 2022. He was born on November 17, 1941 in Urbana, Ohio to the late Fred and Juanita (Rickard) Chrisman. Larry is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Beverly (Mason) Chrisman, son, Kelly (Nikki) Chrisman, daughter, Karrie (Brian) Cordial, grandchildren; Thomas, Madison, Mason, Morgan (Spencer), and...

Nov 18, 2022

Cynthia Lee Spellman, age 82 of Urbana, Ohio passed away on November 18, 2022 in Urbana, Ohio. She was born on April 21, 1940 in Urbana, Ohio to the late Charles and E. Genevive (Robinson) Millner. Cynthia is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Hugh Spellman, daughter, Stacy L. (Dr. Richard) Owens Jr., grandchild, Richard “Richie” Owens III,...

Nov 16, 2022

William “Bill” Joseph Wesbecher, age 69 of Urbana, Ohio, formerly of Sidney, Ohio died peacefully on November 16, 2022 at Vancrest of Urbana. He was born on March 21, 1953 in Sidney, Ohio, the son of the late Joseph and Rosie Wesbecher.

Bill is survived by his wife of 32 years, Jennie (Worman Staley) Wesbecher whom he married on March 21,...

Nov 14, 2022

Gary Salzgaber, 77 of Urbana passed away peacefully November 14, 2022 at Urbana House Senior Assisted Living in Urbana, Ohio.

He was born November 21, 1944 and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He attended pubic schools until entering Capital University to major in Music Education. While there he met Bette, his future wife.

Gary started teaching in Urbana in 1966 and retired in...