Local obituaries for Fairborn, Greene County in Ohio.

Jun 24, 2021

Robert “Bobby” Lee Lucas, Sr., 64, passed away on June 24, 2021. Bobby was born in Jamestown, Ohio on April 5, 1957.

Bobby was preceded in death by his long-time partner, Joyce Brewer; mom, Edna Lucas; dad, Arthur Lucas, Sr.; brothers, Howard Lucas and Arthur “Jr” Lucas, Jr.; sisters, Betty Dillon and Pam Lucas. He is survived...

Jun 19, 2021

Dorothy M. Moore, age 86, of Fairborn, passed away Saturday, June 19th, 2021. She was born May 20, 1935 in Camden, Tennessee to the late William and Mae (Moore) Hatley. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, Colonel (Ret) Ernest "Frank" Moore; brothers, Warren G. Hatley and Orland “Red” Hatley....

Jun 18, 2021

Sharon “Sherry” M. Todd, age 70, of Fairborn, passed away unexpectantly Friday, June 18, 2021. She was born February 10, 1951 in Akron, Ohio; the daughter of the late Fred and Gwendolyn (Nolan) Dawkins. Sherry is survived by her beloved husband of 42 years, Harry Todd; children, Tara (Michael) Wilkinson and Travis Lowell Todd; grandson, Logan “Roo” Gray; and...

Jun 12, 2021

James Edward Stockert, age 75 went home to be with the Lord on June 12, 2021.  He was born in Canton, Ohio on July 22, 1945.  Jim is survived by his wife of 30 years, Maggie; eight children, Jimmie Stockert, Desiree Carver, Babette Page, Jimmy Howard, Barbara Green, Brenda Sullivan, Jerry Howard, and Tina Howard; two sisters, Paula Stockert...

Jun 11, 2021

Timothy M. Shope, age 48 of Fairborn passed away June 10, 2021.  He was born July 14, 1972 in Portsmouth, Virginia, the son of James and Mary (Hopkins) Shope.  Tim enjoyed fishing, collecting coins, and baseball.  He is preceded in death by his father, James; and lifelong companion, Donna Hembree.  Tim is survived by his mother, Mary; three sons,...

Jun 9, 2021

MCGUINNESS, Mary Katherine “Kay” Carter

Age 91, of Fairborn, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2021 at home.  Mary Kay was born in DeGraff, MN on Christmas day, 1929 to Chester and Sophie Carter.  While studying in Denver, she met Airman Michael “Tommy” McGuinness, and in 1955, Mary Kay and Tommy were married at Ruislip Air Station,...

Jun 8, 2021

Amber Sue Watson, age 42, of Overlook, went to dance with the angels June 8, 2021. The day her fire started is September 22, 1978 in Athens, Ohio; the daughter of Tammy Sue McEldowney and Bill Harlan. She is preceded in death by her best friend, Ashley Brooke Whitlach and her beloved dog, Charlie. Amber is survived by her...

Jun 7, 2021

Paul A. Bastin, age 74, of Fairborn, passed away Monday June 7, 2021. He was born February 21, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio; the son of the late George Edward and Celora Pearl (Johnson) Bastin. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by brother, Dale Bastin. Paul is survived by his beloved wife 53 years, Sharon; daughter, Heather...

Jun 6, 2021

Marian L. Hollingsworth, 94, passed away peacefully on ­­­June 6, 2021.  Always known for her wonderful smile and laughter, she lived and enjoyed her last few years in the caring arms of the staff at the Wickshire Fairborn Senior Living Community.  Marian was born in Richmond, Indiana and lived there for many years until her later years where she...

Jun 6, 2021

Cathy D. Mercer Shackleford, age 66, of Fairborn, went to be with the Lord Sunday, June 6, 2021. She was born December 31, 1954 in West Liberty, Kentucky; the daughter of the late Hager Berlin and Anna Merl (Smith) Ratliff. Along with her parents, Cathy is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 20 years, David Shackleford; sister,...

Jun 5, 2021

Douglas M. Risner, 81, passed away unexpectedly on June 5, 2021.  Doug was born on October 19,1939, to the late Ed and Mary Risner.  He grew up in Jackson, Ohio, but lived most of his life on the top of the hill in Fairborn, Ohio.

Doug was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Jackie;...

Jun 2, 2021

John E. Cooperider, Jr. age 70, of Fairborn, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2021. He was born July 7, 1950 in Bucyrus, Ohio; the son of the late John E. Cooperider, Sr. and Mary Stewart. Along with his parents, John is preceded in death by his son, Jame Cooperider. He is survived by his step-mom, Marie Cooperider; children, John...

Jun 2, 2021

CMSGT (ret.) Harold J. (Hal) Miller, passed away June 2, 2021 surrounded by his family.  He was born in Amsterdam, NY, on January 24, 1936 and was raised in Rome, NY, by Luigi and Margaret Carletta. He is survived by his four children: son Mark Miller (Shirleen); daughter Theresa Tallman (Jon); daughter Patricia Miller; son Michael Miller (Molly); stepson...

May 30, 2021

Donny E. Cox, of New Carlisle, passed away May 30, 2021.  He was born October 28, 1948 in Springfield, the son of the late Walton and Evalena Cox.   In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Ronny Cox; and a nephew, Jonathon.  Survivors include his wife, Grestina; three sons, Aaron (Ashley) Cox, Michael...