All Obituaries

Alice Marie (Fourman) Martin, age 86, of West Milton, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. She was born on August 18, 1939 in Arcanum, Ohio. She worked at Wright Patt Air Force Base, Hobart Brothers Filler Metals Division, and Dr. Mark Bentley’s Dental Office. Alice was married to the late Merrill E. Martin Jr of Caro, MI for 48 years. She is preceded in death by her parents Leonard R. and Eunice (Phipps) Fourman; her husband ...

Timothy Benjamin Delk (“Ben”), 17, of Arcanum, Ohio passed away on February 28, 2026. Born on June 20, 2008, Ben entered this world with a vibrant spirit and a heart full of love. In his seventeen years, he brought warmth, laughter, and an unmistakable light everywhere he went. Ben cared deeply for his family and friends.  He was incredibly sharp, thoughtful, and quick-witted, with a natural curiosity about the world around him. He had a magnetic energy and a smile that ...

Darlene Hoskins, age 81, of Englewood, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 in Dayton, Ohio. She was born May 23, 1944, to Jay and Josephine (Mitchell) Hoskins in Dayton, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her parents; sisters Phyllis Ann Hoskins, and Beverly Bower; and Aunt Wanette Hoskins. She will be deeply missed and remembered by her brother Don (Norma) Hoskins of Jacksonville, FL; nieces and nephews Mark Bower, Kim Flood, Alison Golden, Jay Hoskins; great nieces and nephews Cory ...

Priscilla Jane (Sarver) Dodson went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and unwavering support for her family and community. Priscilla was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend. Her family was the center of her world. She was her children’s and grandchildren’s biggest supporter—whether it was a sporting event, a school function, or any ...

James “Jim” McGuffey, age 70, of Laura, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Ohio’s Hospice of Miami County. He was born April 29, 1955 to James Edward & Bonnie Lou (Stoner) McGuffey in Dayton, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents; son Michael McGuffey. He will be missed and remembered by his loving wife Kathy (Hissong) McGuffey of 51 years; sons Steven (Amanda) McGuffey of West Milton, and Matthew (Jenny) McGuffey of West Milton; grandchildren Madalyn ...

William Preston Downey, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, at StoryPoint, West Milton,  at the blessed age of 86. Born on January 31, 1940, in Dayton, Ohio, he was the beloved son of the late George Preston Downey and Irene Elizabeth Downey (Nelson). Bill was the beloved husband of Joan Elaine Downey (Sargent), whom he married on the memorable day of August 20, 1961. He was a dedicated husband who found his fulfillment by caring for and cherishing his wife.  Bill ...

Ann E. Saul, age 80, of West Milton, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026. She was born March 17, 1945 to the late Donald H. & Treva E. (Surber) Elleman in Piqua, Ohio. She will be missed and remembered by her loving husband Stephen K. Saul of 36 years; daughter Kim (Mike) Hagan of Covington; grandchildren Lacey (James Tyler) Holzen, Daniel Jennings, and Michael Hagan; great granddaughter Vivienne Rose Holzen. Ann was a 1963 Milton-Union High School graduate. She retired after 34 ...

William “Bill” Robert Platfoot, age 78, of Tipp City, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. He was born February 26, 1947 to Herbert & Wilma (Boeke) Platfoot in Lima, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister Betty Harshbarger; brothers-in-law Roy Lea, Terry Billing, and Doug Bisher. He will be missed and remembered by his loving wife Angela A. (Grieshop) Platfoot of 55 years; daughters Andrea (Wade) Dexter of Troy and Maria (Mark) Camp of ...

David L. Rice, age 67, of West Milton, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Ohio’s Hospice of Miami County Inpatient Unit. He was born February 10, 1959 to the late Carl & Joan (Osborn) Rice in Dayton, Ohio. He will be missed and remembered by his loving wife Frances E. (Diltz) Rice of 31 years; children Erin (Brian) Smith of West Milton, Kyle (Jessica) Wright of Pleasant Hill, and William (Meagan) Rice of Troy; grandchildren Kayleigh, Emily, Ellenore, Kenai, and Denali; ...

Gregory L. Barnes, passed away on February 12, 2026. He was born June 9, 1955, in Van Wert, Ohio, to his parents Dale O. & Dorothy J. (Hunt) Barnes. Greg was the loving husband of Susan K. (Painter) Barnes. The two were united in marriage on November 1, 1975, in Van Wert, and recently celebrated their 50th anniversary—a testament to their enduring love and companionship. Their life together was a beautiful journey of mutual respect, laughter, and unwavering support. An alumnus of ...