Obituaries

June 22, 2025

Brian J. Rich, passed away at home on Sunday, June 22, at the age of 61.

Brian was the beloved son of Carole (nee Wells) and the late Paul E. Rich, Jr., devoted partner to Lisa Lomboy Rich, the loving brother of Bruce (Martha Coen) Rich, Vicki (Larry) Charles, and Lesley (the late David) Downs....

June 16, 2025

William “Bill”, age 94, of Madeira, Ohio, passed peacefully on June 15, 2025. A devoted family man, Bill

was the beloved husband of the late Patricia Louise Case (née Zike), with whom he shared 69 years of

marriage.

Bill was the proud and loving father of Marian Beagan (T.J.), William Eric...

June 16, 2025

Chris D. Kritikos was the beloved son of the late Dimitrios and Maria (nee Kostadopoulou) Kritikos, the cherished brother of Stephanie Lewis and Angie Kritikos, devoted uncle of Anthony Lewis II, Jacob Lewis, Tierra Lyles, and Alexis Kritikos, and father to Braysin Raines and Caleb Trefz. Chris is also survived by numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, other relatives and several...

June 11, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nadine Cossette Shende, our wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, friend and neighbor, on Thursday, June 11, 2025, after a long battle with cancer.

Nadine was born November 27, 1964, to Neville & Stella Shende in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where she attended St. Mary’s Academy and University...

June 10, 2025

Stephen James Smith, age 70, of Deer Park, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, June 10th, 2025. He was born on July 20th, 1954, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of the late Norbert and Rita Smith. Grew up in Price Hill with his loving sister Marilyn (Mike) Neal, and cherished brothers Terry (Beth) Smith and Gary (Rosa) Smith.

June 2, 2025

Beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt Ester “Elaine” Moore (nee Benjamin) was born on June 30, 1934, in Kingston, Jamaica to the late Moses F. Benjamin and Ruby Benjamin (nee Dumont). At the young age of 6, after losing her mother, she went to live with her grandparents in Panama. There she gained an exceptional education attending private...

June 2, 2025

Karen Keefer Kendall, beloved daughter of the late Robert and Ruth (nee Conover)

Keefer. Cherished mother of Scott Snell, Chris (Melissa) Snell, Craig (Jenny) Snell, and

Kent (Chuck Kohlman) Snell. Devoted grandmother of Alisson, Michelle, Shilo, Craig,

Carley, Jessica and Jacob and great-grandmother of 10. Loving sister of Carol Walters,

Kathy...

May 25, 2025

Mary Kathryn “Kay” Susshine (nee Sack)

January 26, 1953- May 25, 2025

Kay was born and raised in Pleasant Ridge, Ohio. She was born to Anne (Miller) and Robert Sack. She attended Nativity School and then later Regina High School and the University of Cincinnati.

Kay was the devoted...

May 22, 2025

Thomas W. Panke

October 28,1943 – May 22, 2025

Thomas W. Panke of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on May 22, 2025, at the age of 81. He was peacefully at rest, with family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Thomas and Eleanor Panke. Tom is survived by his wife,...

May 16, 2025

Jo Ann (nee Coen) died May 16, 2025.

She was born August 1, 1935, to Layton Coen and Corinne Muir. She is survived by her husband, Bob, for 61 years, son Joel (Melissa, Bruce, Christopher), daughter, Emily Stiens (Doug, Tyler, Kate) and many nieces and nephews. She was raised in Bowling Green, Ohio, attended Miami...

May 8, 2025

Gary L. Hamilton departed this life peacefully on May 8, 2025, at the age of 73. Gary was born on November 2, 1951, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Troy and Mary Leola (Peggy) Hamilton.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Jayne, his children, Nicole (Michael), Molly and Courtney, his four grandchildren...

May 5, 2025

In Loving Memory of Thomas H. Ewers

We bid a heartfelt farewell to Thomas H. Ewers, who passed away at the age of 78 on May 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A pillar of strength and a beacon of love, Tom’s presence filled every room, and his absence leaves an immeasurable void in...

May 4, 2025

Koula Ponticos, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, at the age of 90 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was born on September 3, 1934, in Domianoi-Karpenisi, Evrytania, Greece. Koula immigrated to the United States at the age of 14 and settled in Lexington, Kentucky. She attended the University of Kentucky until her...

May 3, 2025

James L. Farley, surrounded by the love of his family, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, at the age of 83. He was born in Rock Creek, West Virginia, on January 24, 1942, to Azel and Essie Farley, the youngest of eight children.

Jim graduated from Marsh Fork High School in 1960, where he...

May 3, 2025

Judith Brinkmoeller (née Griswold)

January 17, 1941 – May 3, 2025

Judith (Judy) Brinkmoeller, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on May 3,

2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio, at the age of 84.

Born in Wisconsin on January 17, 1941, Judy’s life was defined by compassion, resilience,...

April 30, 2025

Jack Lardinais, 88 years old, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025 at The Lodge Skilled Nursing Home in Loveland, OH.

He was born on April 17th, 1937, in Toledo, OH, the son of Robert and Adeline Lardinais.

Jack spent many years working alongside his father installing hardwood flooring before eventually...

April 29, 2025

Robert L. Clark, Jr. passed away on April 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 75. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Debora (née Stites). He is also survived by his three children, Andrea Shah (Neenad), Amy Clark, and Adam Clark, as well as his grandchildren, Kiran Shah, Devan Shah, Lily Clark, and...

April 15, 2025

Gail A. Eschmeyer (nee Lindhorst) 77 of Loveland returned to her heavenly home on April 15th, 2025. Gail was a dynamic woman, who loved fiercely and believed in the power of family. She was a devoted mom, grandma, sister, daughter, wife, friend and aunt who loved family gatherings, talking deep into the evening with those she loved the most....

April 14, 2025

Maximilian Paul “Max” Schneider, cherished son of Theodore J. “Ted” and Alice A. (nee Schwab) Schneider, loving brother of Alex (Bethany), Sam (Karsen), Dan, and David; beloved grandson of Paul R. and Mary Claire (nee Koehl); devoted uncle of Amelia and Rylan, and another nephew on the way; his aunts Mary Sue (Schwab), Jeannine Wadsworth (nee Schwab) and Paula...

April 5, 2025

Patricia Louise Case (née Zike)

April 4, 1934 – April 5, 2025

Patricia Louise Case, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully the day after she turned 91. She was the devoted wife of William L. Case for 69 years and a cherished matriarch to a large and loving family.

Patricia...