Remembering Loved Ones: Obituaries
Obituaries for Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas
Donald R. Lang
May 1, 2026
Donald Ray Lang, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on May 1, 2026. He was born September 16, 1947 in Cincinnati, OH the son of the late Betty (Lowmiller) and Charlie Lang. He is survived by his wife, Diane, the love of his life with whom he shared 56 years of marriage. Also, his son Don (Amy) and daughter...
David J. Curry
Apr 26, 2026
David Jerome Curry, 81, passed away at home on April 26th, 2026 after a two-year battle with ALS. He lived a life full of rich experiences driven by curiosity, empathy, and a strong sense of humor.
David was born on Halloween, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan to his tenacious mother Blanche. As a child, he was already developing a passion for one...
Jerome "Jerry" E. Hartman
May 25, 2026
Jerome "Jerry" E. Hartman passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Jerry was the beloved husband of Chris Hartman and the proud and devoted father of Steve (Shelly), Jeff (Amy), Dave (Melissa), and Andy (Jessica). He was a loving grandfather to 16 grandchildren and a cherished great-grandfather to 5 great-grandchildren, all of whom brought...
Lawrence "Larry" E. Ketterer
May 24, 2026
Lawrence (Larry) Edward Ketterer, 84, most recently of Fairborn, Ohio passed away at the home of his dear daughter and caregiver Carol on May 24, 2026 surrounded by loving family and his beloved dog Mariah, who never left his side in his final illness. Larry was born May 2, 1942 to Chester and Dorothea Ketterer (nee Hennessy). He married Nancy...
Bryan K. Wesley
May 24, 2026
Bryan K. Wesley of Norwood, passed away May 24, 2026 at the age of 58. He was the beloved son of the late Carl & Mary Wesley; devoted brother of Carl Jr., Lisa (Robert) Taylor, Kathy Johnston, Jeff Wesley, & the late Arthur, Richie, & Andy Wesley. Loving uncle of Brittany Taylor, Sarah Taylor, Amanda Wesley, & Richie Wesley Jr....
Robert P Petersman
May 22, 2026
Robert P. Petersman, age 72 of Mt. Washington, passed away, May 22, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Margaret Petersman (nee Oehler, devoted father of Eric Petersman and Robyn Petersman (Kali Uttley), loving grandfather of Jacob Petersman, and dear brother of Dane Petersman. A celebration of his life will be held at Burke Park, 531 W. Plane St., Bethel,...
James "Jim" G. Sheehan
May 15, 2026
James G. Sheehan, age 87, of Mt. Washington and formerly of West Palm Beach Florida, passed away on May 15, 2026. He was the beloved son of the late John and Edith Roehm Sheehan, devoted brother of Joann McDevitt, Mary Elizabeth Sheehan and the late Robert, Donald, John, Virginia Sheehan, Patricia Weber and Rosemary Welage. He is also survived by...
Michelle "Mickey" Niehoff
May 15, 2026
Michelle A. "Mickey" (Murphy) Niehoff, age 72, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Born on July 31, 1953, in Cincinnati, Michelle lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her family and friends.
A proud graduate of McAuley High School (1971) and the University of Cincinnati (1976), Michelle earned her bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice....
Judith M. Rackley
May 15, 2026
Judith "Judy" M. Rackley (nee Hodge), age 80, passed away on May 15, 2026. Beloved wife of the late William Rackley Jr., loving mother of Vickie (Tim) Bishop, Michelle (Chuck) Canter, Billy (Summer) Rackley and Melanie Harmon, proud grandma of Andy, Neil, Steven, Brayden, Jacob, Garrett, Megan, Ally, Isaiah, Noah, Zoe and Sophia and great-grandma of Everleigh, Bennett, Rowan, Maverick,...
Charles "Charlie" H. Hodge
May 13, 2026
Charles "Charlie" H. Hodge, age 70, passed away on May 13, 2026. Beloved husband of Cathy Hodge (nee Hudson), loving father of Charles "Chuck" Hodge, Heather Spath (nee Hodge) , Carissa McFarland (nee Hodge), proud grandfather of Kayla Hodge, Charles "Chase" Hodge, Trenton Hodge, Chloe Hodge, and Sojen McFarland and great grandfather of Jacqueline Healion, dear brother of Thomas Hodge,...
Shirley J. Oyler
May 13, 2026
Shirley Jean Oyler (nee Ackerman) age 90 of Anderson Twp., OH and formerly of Batesville and Mountain View, AR, and Bloomington and Normal, IL, passed away May 13, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth Dale Oyler, devoted mother of Judith D. Oyler, Jennifer G. (Steven) Darst, Jeffry D. ( Su Hyun) Oyler, and James H. Oyler,...
Linda L. Kimsey
May 12, 2026
Linda Louise Kimsey entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 12, 2026.
Born on July 2, 1947, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Linda was the beloved daughter of Bill and Naomi Marriott, faithful wife of Robert W Kimsey and cherished mother to Kristy (Raymond) Gaskins and Martin (Connie) Kimsey.
In addition to her children, she leaves...
Andrew "Andy" V. Carroll
May 11, 2026
Andrew Carroll, age 56, passed away May 12,2026. Born December 21,1969 to the late Mark G. Carroll Jr., MD and MaryAnn (Frey) Hogan. He attended St Vivian's School and was a 1988 St. Xavier High School graduate. Andy dedicated 22 years of service to the City of Cincinnati. He was highly regarded by his colleagues as a "great friend and...
David Nicholson
May 11, 2026
David Nicholson passed away on Monday May 11th at Central Parke Memory Care with his wife and Hospice RN at his bedside. He was 74 years old. David is survived by his wife Mary (nee Robinson), son Christopher (Lauren S) and daughter Lauren E. (Richard Ricardez); grandchildren Sylvia and Evelyn Nicholson and Jack David Ricardez. He is also survived by...
Kenneth Troy Vail
May 10, 2026
Kenneth Troy Vail, 57, of East End, known for his insight, wisdom, creativity and resourcefulness passed away on May 10th, 2026.
He leaves behind his parents Kenneth and Karen, daughters Brittney and Mariah, his siblings Tonya, Brandon, and Niki, and the grandchildren he adored - Christopher, Jayden, Elijah, Xander, Miles, and Millie.
Troy will be deeply missed by his nieces, nephews, and extended...
Cecilia E. Vaccariello
May 9, 2026
Cecilia Vaccariello, 69 of Cincinnati passed away May 9, 2026. She was born on February 4, 1957, in Campbell, Kentucky, to the late Mitchelle & Ollie Cole.
Beloved wife of Tom. Loving mother of Eric (Michelle) Beamer, Jeremy (Angie) Beamer, Nikki Vaccariello, Thomas Vaccariello, Jr., Lauren (Adam) Vaccariello-Honaker, Vincent Vaccariello and the late Jason Beamer. Cherished grandmother of Gabrielle, Jason, Isabella,...
Michael D. Bergen
May 9, 2026
Michael D. Bergen, age 72, passed away on May 9, 2026. Beloved husband of Jennifer Bergen (née Ayer); loving father of Rebecca (Kenny) Riddell and Michael W. (Jennifer) Bergen; proud grandfather of Kourtney, Kyle, Hannah, and Atom; dear brother of Timothy (Jan) Bergen, George (Deborah) Bergen, Susan (Mike) Walker, Katherine (Kerry) Davidson, Patrick (Mi) Bergen, and the late Carl Bergen;...
Jerome H Riesenberg Jr.
May 7, 2026
Jerome H. Riesenberg "Jerry" passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Jerry shared 62 wonderful years of marriage with the love of his life Elizabeth "Betsy" Riesenberg. Together they built a family grounded in love, loyalty, generosity, service and devotion to one another and their community.
He is survived by Dan (Jan), Mark (Lee Anne), Mary Beth...
Phyllis A Shelton
May 7, 2026
Phyllis Sheton, 83 of Cincinnati passed away May 7, 2026. She was born on December 3, 1942 in Cincinnati, the daughter of the late Robert and Margaret Whitehead. Beloved wife of Robert Shelton. Loving mother of Ken (Peggy) Shelton and Kathy Shelton. Cherished grandmother of Madison, Kelsey (Grant), Zander, Crew, Cruz and one great grandchild on the way. Dear sister...
Michael Eugene Shaver
May 6, 2026
Michael Eugene Shaver, 78 passed away May 6, 2026. He was born July 17, 1947 in Milwaukee, WI, the son of the late Eugene and Barbara Ann Shaver.Beloved husband of Penny. Loving father of Stephen. Cherished grandfather of Malia. Dear brother of Karen Benton, Bryan, Kevin, Pat, Paul and the late Timothy Shaver.Michael attended Father Ryan in Nashville then went on...
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