All Obituaries

Paul Keeton passed away October 20, 2021, at the age of 85.  He was born November 23, 1935, in Oneida, TN to the late William Henry and Lela Keeton.  Paul was the beloved husband of the late Orangie Keeton and is survived by his sons, Rick Keeton, Darrell (Melissa) Keeton and Garry (Carol) Keeton; sisters Ruth Buttram, Helen Terry and Reva Duncan; brother Roger (Shari) Keeton.  He will also be deeply missed by his grandchildren Josh, Danielle, Blake, Tony, Jessica, Laura and...

Mary M Williams passed away October 19, 2021.  She was born October 10, 1956 to the late Richard G. and Rosemary K. (née Barlage) Berling.  Mary was the beloved mother of Daniel (Christy) Williams. Precious grandmother of Savannah and Cheyenne Williams. Dear sister of Bob (Mary) Berling, Nancy (Denny) Wulker, Becky (Gary) Weber, Rick (Nancy) Berling, John (Jenny) Berling.  She was also aunt and great-aunt to many.  A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday October...

Eugene D. “Gene” Ruwe passed away October 18, 2021, at the age of 92.    He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Barbara “Jean” Ruwe (nee Winkler).  He was the proud father of Thomas Ruwe (Peggy), Sharon Hafertepe (Ed), Kimberly Bleh (Len), Tim Ruwe (Lori), and Chris Ruwe (Jennifer). His family also includes 12 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren whom he loved and provided him with a great source of pride. Gene was a graduate of Elder High...

Mary Ann (Roemer)  St. John passed away October 18, 2021, at the age of 78.  She was born August 4, 1943, in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Dr. Alvin H. and Virginia Roemer.  Mary Ann was an extrovert at heart and a friend to the World.  She could be found enjoying her photography, holding every baby she met, talking with friends and cheering on the Reds, Bengal’s and U.C. Bearcat’s. She is survived by her loving husband Albert St. John, sisters Margie...

Rita M. Peter of Cincinnati passed away October 12, 2021 at the age of 93.  Rita was the wife of the late Raymond F. Peter and was a 70 year member of the Secular Order of St. Francis. She was also a dedicated volunteer for many organizations including the Camp Fire Girls Organization for 25 yrs.; the Cub Scouts 4 yrs. and Mercy Hospital as a patient representative  for15 yrs.  Rita is survived by her daughter Barbara Peter, Sons; Daniel (Nancy) Peter and John...

David L. Owens  passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Oct. 1, 2021 at Mercy West Hospital.   David was born June 24, 1948 to Linda J. (Wilson) & Delmus L. Owens in Cincinnati, OH.  David is a proud Vietnam War Veteran who served in the US Army from 1965-1969. David volunteered at the age of 17 to serve his country. David is survived by his brothers Thomas, and Kevin (Jo Ellen) Owens; his son Michael and wife Sue, Lindsey; his grandchildren...

Thomas M. Lane peacefully passed away Sept. 24, 2021.   Tom was born September 5, 1934 to Hope (nee Hackney) & John Lane in Harriman, TN.  Tom was a graduate of Western Hills High School, and served in the US Army from 1954-1956. Tom is survived by his brother Dennis (Dixie) Lane; his son Scott (Mary) Lane;  his grandchildren Emma Lane and Therese Lane, and his beloved partner Donna Lischer.  He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife...

Patricia S. Battersby passed away September 5, 2021.  She was born November 21, 1935, in Cincinnati, Ohio to John A. and Elizabeth Battersby.  She was preceded in death by her brother John M. Battersby and her sister Betty A. Battersby.  Patricia is survived by her brother Michael Battersby, cousin Barbara A. Rosenberger, niece Kathy Maggard, nephews Aaron and Sean Battersby and several great-nieces and nephews.  She will also be deeply missed by her pet, Lady.  A...

Edward Allen Wolf passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was 82. He was born June 6, 1939 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Edward and Tessie Mae Wolf of Deer Park, Ohio where he attended Deer Park High School. He excelled in academics and sports lettering in 4 sports and was First- Team All- City in football. Edward is an alumni of The University of Cincinnati, a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity and Sigma Sigma Honorary Society and a team member...

James E. Abbott passed away on August 30, 2021, at the age of 83. James was born on January 26, 1938, in Cincinnati Ohio to the late Andrew Milton Abbott and Alice (Mohat) Abbott.  He served his country in the United States Navy from 1956-1958.  He is survived by his children Cathleen Gehling, Amy Hopkins and Mary Beth Wellbrock.  Also survived by 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.  He is the brother of Danny Abbott and Mary Gers. He was preceded...