Remembering Loved Ones: Obituaries

Obituaries for Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

Anneliese Fahlbusch

Anneliese Fahlbusch

Jun 14, 2023

Anneliese Fahlbusch (nee Mueller), wife of the late Johannes Fahlbusch, beloved mother of Sandra (Frank) Widmeyer, John (Almira Jane) Fahlbusch, June (Dan) Webb, Annette (Bill) Breitfelder, and Karen (Steve) Crowley, sister of the late Karl Mueller, Robert Mueller, Irma Mueller, Magda Mueller, Pirman Mueller, Hermann Mueller, and Anni Ring, dear grandmother of Brittany, Nicole (Luke), Michelle (Alex), Will (Lauren), Justin,...

William "Bill" F. Goetz

William "Bill" F. Goetz

Jun 14, 2023

William "Bill" Goetz entered into eternal rest on June 14, 2023. He was born on April 1, 1952, to Emma (nee Schnitzler) Goetz Chance and Fred Goetz in Cincinnati. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, and stepfather, James Chance and nephews, Scott Van Leuven and Michael Bennett. He is survived by his wife, Christina (Chris) (nee Everman)...

Fr. Joseph Francis Bragotti

Fr. Joseph Francis Bragotti

Jun 14, 2023

Fr. Joseph Bragotti was never one to shy away from challenges or trouble. His life was one of adventure traveling from one continent to another, learning several languages and local customs, surviving wars; all while sharing the Gospel and the love of Jesus Christ. Fr. Joe came into the world during a time of great conflict, growing up in Milan,...

Mary Michel

Mary Michel

Jun 13, 2023

Mary Jane Michel, (née Hite) passed away peacefully on June 13, 2023 at the age of 88, with her husband, Bill by her side, Born in Norwood, Ohio, Mary Jane grew up in Brookville, Indiana. She was a great wife and mother. She was a licensed real estate salesperson but she saw real estate as just a job. She saw...

Terry M. Freeman

Terry M. Freeman

Jun 11, 2023

Terry M. Freeman (nee McClintock), wife of the late Peter R. Freeman; beloved mother of John & Will Freeman; devoted sister of Marty (Nancy) McClintock, Lisa (Bill) Christy, & the late Susan (Bob) Van Valer; daughter of the late Dot & Tom McClintock. Also survived by several nieces & nephews. Passed away June 11, 2023, at the age of 67....

Margo A. Ackerman

Margo A. Ackerman

Jun 8, 2023

Margo A. Ackerman (nee Dawson), age 86 of Anderson Twp. died June 8, 2023. Daughter of the late Edwin and Margaret Dawson. She was the devoted wife of the late Charles A. Ackerman and beloved mother of Fr. James Ackerman, SJ, Theodore (Amy) Ackerman, Charles (Christine) Ackerman, and loving grandmother of Anna, Charlotte, Timothy, and Julia Ackerman. Dear sister of...

John "Jack" J. Mcdonald

John "Jack" J. Mcdonald

Jun 8, 2023

John James "Jack" McDonald, age 81, of Cincinnati, OH, passed away peacefully at home on June 8, 2023, surrounded by his family. Jack had suffered from multiple dementias and Stiff Person Syndrome for several years. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, John and Edith McDonald; his late wives, Mary Ann McDonald and Carol McDonald; and niece Kelly (McDonald)...

Donald Shipp

Donald Shipp

Jun 7, 2023

Donald J. Shipp, age 90, formerly of Fairfield, died June 7, 2023. Born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 16, 1933. He was a graduate of Hamilton Catholic High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army at the end of the Korean War. Donald attended the University of Cincinnati and spent most of his adult life in...

Charles "Chuck" C. King

Charles "Chuck" C. King

Jun 7, 2023

Charles "Chuck" King, born March 22, 1934, passed away June 7th, 2023 at age 89, of West Chester, OH. Chuck was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Margaret King (nee Burke), his parents, Charles and Bernice King, and his sister, Joan Hayes. Chuck is survived by his children, Kevin King (Sue), Elizabeth Waldmann (Joseph), Paul King (Mary),...

Gail E. Forberg

Gail E. Forberg

Jun 4, 2023

Gail Elaine Forberg, née Fisher age 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 4, 2023, at her home. Daughter of the late John W. Fisher and Lillian Fisher, née Wheatley. Beloved Mother of Arthur and Ned Solway, both of Santa Cruz, CA and Michael Solway, Cincinnati. Loving wife of the late Richard A. Forberg, stepmother to Lynn Julian, Ojai, CA...

Helen L. Distasi

Helen L. Distasi

Jun 3, 2023

Helen L. Distasi (nee Klump), wife of the late Anthony Distasi; beloved mother of Debbie (Mike) McCarthy, Toni Goldfarb, Lesa (Rick Mayer) Distasi, & the late Linda (the late Geoffrey) Evert; dear grandmother of Geoffrey Jr. (Cheryl), Angie (George), Patrick, Dan (Mandy), Shaun (Jon), Michelle, Tayler (Francesco), & Leah (Anthony). Also survived by 13 great-grandchildren. Passed away June 3, 2023,...

John H. Wise

John H. Wise

Jun 2, 2023

John "Jack" H. Wise, age 82 of Union Twp., died June 2, 2023. He was the beloved son of the late Harry Wise and Harriet Weber (nee Schafer) and devoted counsin of Anita Marlow and the late Zona Wilkenson. Also survived by other caring relatives and friends. A private graveside service will be held at Spring Grove Cemetery. T.P. White...

John Dumford

John Dumford

Jun 2, 2023

John P. Dumford, age 80 of Union Twp., died June 2, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Terry A. Dumford (nee Woolet), devoted father of John (Danielle) Dumford, Dawn (Art) Brinson, and the late Tracy Thomas, caring father-in-law of Paul Thomas, loving grandfather of Brandy Thomas, Dustin (Rachael) Brinson, and the late Douglas Paul Strotman, cherished great-grandfather of Kaylee,...

Dennis Gilpin

Dennis Gilpin

Jun 1, 2023

Dennis Patrick Gilpin, age 76 of Anderson Twp., died June 1, 2023. He was the beloved son of the late Charles and Birdie Gilpin, devoted father of Dennis "Patrick" Gilpin III, Bradley (Paola) Gilpin, and the late Dennis Patrick Gilpin II, loving best friend and companion of Cheryl D. Miller, caring grandfather of Gio and Ella Gilpin, and dear cousin...

Sue Ann Perry

Sue Ann Perry

May 30, 2023

Sue Ann Perry, 74, passed away peacefully at her home in Cincinnati, Ohio on Tuesday, May 30 at 2:03 AM. Her transition to the other side was how she planned it, surrounded by love and family. Born on January 17, 1949 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Anna Pearl Frotscher and Leonard Carl Frotscher, with sisters Gail Lee Dupler and Dana Lynn...

Joann Hurst

Joann Hurst

May 30, 2023

JoAnn Hurst (nee Jones) passed away peacefully on May 23rd, 2023, at the age of 68. She was surrounded by her loving family who are all heartbroken of her sudden passing. JoAnn was a wonderful mother, sister, wife, and grandmother. She was predeceased by Mary Jones, Lester Jones, Robert Jones, Raymond Jones, and Robert Andrew Hurst. JoAnn was born and...

Jenny Cox

Jenny Cox

May 30, 2023

Jenny R. Cox (nee Richards) age 80 of Mt. Carmel, died May 30, 2023. She was the beloved wife of the late Harold Cox. Jenny is survived by her two loving children and her sister. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Veronica Church on Tuesday, June 6th at 11 am. Friends may visit at the church on...

Donald Totton

Donald Totton

May 28, 2023

Donald M. Totton, beloved husband of Vickie Totton (nee Neudigate), devoted father of Brook (Jamey) Cormier, Donnie A. Totton, and Peggy Dog, dear brother of Connie (Rick) Symes, Tammy (John) Damon, and Lori (Marty) Duncan, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Passed away May 28, 2023 at age 67. Residence Union Twp. A Private Celebration of Life at a...

Richard Hill

Richard Hill

May 25, 2023

Richard L. Hill, age 67 of Union Twp., died May 25, 2023. He was the beloved son of the late Charles and Dorothy Hill, devoted father of Benjamin (Jessica) Hill, Amy (Tim) Dunn, Lisa (David) Blakely, and Geoffrey (An) Hill, loving grandfather of Ashley (David) Sietsma, Brandon (Jazmine), Daniel, Timothy, Matthew, Rachel, Ruth, and Elijah Hill, Elizabeth, Parker, and Adaline...

Fern Louise Hicks

Fern Louise Hicks

May 24, 2023

Fern Louise Hicks (nee Shireman), wife of the late Dean A. Hicks; beloved mother of Greg A. (Teri M.) Hicks, Cathy H. (Stephen) Byrnes, & Ann L. (Thomas) Hayden; dear grandmother of Leigh (Miles) Hodgson, Jennifer Hicks, Douglas (Meaghan) Byrnes, Matthew (Jennifer) Byrnes, Lauren (Kevin) Wilson, Nadyne (Ben) Sukys, & Claire (Wade) Brown. Also survived by 9 great-grandchildren. Passed away...