Obituaries

Jerry Lee Dorst

Jerry Lee Dorst

Feb 14, 2026

Jerry Lee Dorst, age 81, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born on April 16, 1944 to Harold and Anna (nee Keyes) Dorst in Hamilton, Ohio.

A 1963 graduate of North Dearborn High School, Jerry married the love of his life, Rhonda Handy, on May 22, 1965, in Harrison, Ohio. He spent his professional...

Robert "Bob" E. Grubbs

Robert "Bob" E. Grubbs

Feb 10, 2026

Robert E. Grubbs, affectionately known as "Bob," was born on October 4, 1933, in Harrison, Ohio, passed peacefully into eternity to be with Jesus on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in Harrison, Ohio. Bob was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose larger-than-life personality touched the hearts of many.

Bob dedicated a significant portion of his life to education, teaching at...

Anna Marie McCracken

Anna Marie McCracken

Feb 9, 2026

Anna Marie McCracken, age 84, of Harrison, Ohio, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026, in Harrison, Ohio. She was born the daughter of Leonard and Pearl (nee Holcomb) Donawerth, on February 14, 1941, in Dearborn County, Indiana. She married the late James Edward McCracken on December 28, 1963, in Brookville, Indiana.

Anna is survived by her sons Scott (Johnna) McCracken...

Linda Brown

Linda Brown

Feb 6, 2026

Linda Brown, age 77, of Harrison, Ohio, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, in Harrison, Ohio. She was born the daughter of Kenneth and Shirley (nee Joachim) Bokelman on September 5, 1948, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Linda, a 1966 graduate of North College Hill High School, was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post 239 in Lawrenceburg, Indiana.

Linda is...

Sherry Ruth Schlager

Sherry Ruth Schlager

Feb 6, 2026

Sherry Ruth Schlager (nee Hochscheid), the daughter of the late Edward and Ruth (nee Fernbach) Hochscheid; beloved wife of the late Lawrence “Bill” Schlager; loving mother of Jody (Todd) Rivera of Harrison, Ohio, and the late Connie Jean Gaiser Harper (the late Billy Harper); dear caring and loving grandmother of Lucas (Jordan), Jacob (Paris), and Rachel Rivera of Harrison, Ohio,...

Geraldine "Geri" I. Richards

Geraldine "Geri" I. Richards

Jan 26, 2026

Geraldine “Geri” I. Richards, age 99, of Harrison, Ohio, peacefully passed away in Harrison, Ohio. Born on August 31, 1926, the daughter of Marshall and Elizabeth (nee Pritchard) Wade in Akron, Ohio. She married Wade Richards on June 14, 1947.

Geri was the loving mother to her surviving children, Toni (Calvin) Smith, Kenneth “Casey” Richards, and Terri Ann (Gary) Minneman, five...

Dr. Richard H. Morris

Dr. Richard H. Morris

Jan 23, 2026

Dr. Richard H. Morris, 95, died Jan. 23 during surgery for a broken hip. He was born March 6, 1930, to Howard and Margaret (nee Horton) Morris in North Bend, Ohio. As a teen, he worked part-time at the family-owned Morris Bros. Market, and graduated from Taylor High School in 1948. He earned a B.S. from the University of Cincinnati,...

Terrence Jackman

Terrence Jackman

Jan 12, 2026

Terrence “Terry” Jackman, age 79, of Harrison, Ohio, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Terry, the son of the late William Fredrick and Anna (McCracken) Jackman, was born March 4, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan.

Terry, a graduate from Mount Healthy, class of 1964, earned a degree at the University of Cincinnati. He married Susan Katherine Dehner on...

Bertie L. Jacob

Bertie L. Jacob

Jan 11, 2026

Bertie L. Jacob, a cherished member of her family and community, was born on August 17, 1939, in St. Leon, Indiana. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.

Bertie dedicated many years of her career to contributing significantly at Sperry Plastic & Rubber and later at Argosy Casino....

Alexis Renee Johnson

Alexis Renee Johnson

Jan 6, 2026

Alexis Renee Johnson, aged 19, of North Bend, Ohio passed away suddenly on January 6, 2026. Born July 17, 2006, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the loving daughter of Don Johnson, Jr., and Lori Varble.

A 2024 graduate from Taylor High School, Alexis worked for Dairy Queen in Harrison. In Lexi’s free time, she found comfort and joy in the things she loved...

Larry Allen Greene

Larry Allen Greene

Jan 4, 2026

Larry Allen Greene, a dedicated engineer and estimator, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, in Sharonville, Ohio. Born on June 27, 1938, in Akron, Ohio, Larry spent a remarkable 43 years of his professional life contributing to Babcock & Wilcox, where he earned respect for his expertise and commitment to excellence.

Larry's journey through life began in Akron, where...

Lyla Kay Rees

Lyla Kay Rees

Jan 4, 2026

Lyla Kay Rees, a precious and deeply loved daughter, was born sleeping on Sunday, January 4, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Though she was not born alive, she was cherished beyond measure by her parents, Sean Rees and Alexis Louden, who held her close and surrounded her with love.

While Lyla never had the chance to take a breath in this world,...

Ruth Lorraine Lewis

Ruth Lorraine Lewis

Jan 4, 2026

Ruth Lorraine Lewis (nee Pruitt) of Brush Fork Road, Guilford, Indiana, passed away on January 4, 2026, in Milan, Indiana, at the age of 93. She was born on January 9, 1932, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Alma (Thacker) and Rufford Pruitt.

Following high school graduation, Ruth was accepted into nursing school but decided to postpone her studies to marry and start...

Roxie Louise Howard

Roxie Louise Howard

Jan 4, 2026

Roxie Louise Howard, peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, in Harrison, Ohio, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on September 19, 1949, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Roxie's warm spirit and nurturing heart were evident throughout her life.

Roxie was proud to be a high school graduate who dedicated her life to caring for her family. Her role as a homemaker...

Samuel Clayton Collins

Samuel Clayton Collins

Jan 2, 2026

Samuel Clayton Collins, born on July 1, 1950, in Whitesburg, Kentucky, passed away on January 2, 2026, in Bright, Indiana. He lived a life characterized by dedication, craftsmanship, and a deep connection to nature, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by those who loved him.

Samuel was a proud graduate of the 1968 class of Whitesburg Kentucky High School....

Yvonne Leffingwell

Yvonne Leffingwell

Jan 1, 2026



Yvonne C. (Farrow) Leffingwell, of Harrison, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the age of 70, following a hard-fought battle with brain cancer. Yvonne was born in Hamilton, Ohio to Carl and Jaunis Mae (Mericle) Farrow on April 1, 1955.

Yvonne was a proud graduate of the Whitewater High School class of 1973 where...

Joyce A. Brady

Joyce A. Brady

Dec 24, 2025

Joyce A. Brady, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, in Cleves, Ohio. Born on April 2, 1959, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

A graduate of Our Lady of Angels High School, Joyce worked for AT&T and later as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. She loved sports - especially football and baseball - and enjoyed relaxing...

Wade Dewayne Herald

Wade Dewayne Herald

Dec 24, 2025

Wade Dewayne Herald, age 50, of Muncie, Indiana, passed away suddenly Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Born September 22, 1975, in Hamilton, Ohio, the son of Jeffrey and Alice Faye Herald Kinnett.

Wade is survived by his mother Alice Faye (John) Kinnett. Brother of Erica Herald and Kristi (Christopher) Wilson. Wade is also survived by his five nieces, two nephews, and his...

James "Jim" Earl Jones

James "Jim" Earl Jones

Dec 18, 2025

James Earl Jones, the esteemed owner of Jim Jones Painting, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 18, 2025, in Harrison, Ohio, at the age of 65. Born on June 11, 1960, in Harlan, Kentucky, he embraced life with a zest that endeared him to many.

James proudly earned his GED and turned his passion for art into a thriving business, where...

Ralph F. Dillman

Ralph F. Dillman

Dec 17, 2025

Ralph F. Dillman, born January 16, 1935, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025. He leaves behind a lasting legacy of faith, dedication, service, and deep devotion to his family.

Ralph is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Marie (Bodenstein) Dillman; his children, Gail (Steve) Davidson, Andy (Kimm) Dillman, and Ralph (Sharon) Dillman; ten grandchildren; and...