All Obituaries

Judy A. Sampson, 68, of Covington, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2020, at the Landings of Huber Heights. She was born April 1, 1952, in Columbus, to the late Paul Jr. and Marilyn (Moore) Bernsdorf. She will be missed and remembered by her three sons, Joseph Sampson of Covington, Jonathan Sampson of California, and Thomas Sampson of Troy; a granddaughter, Feena Belle Pierotti-Sampson; and her brothers, Steve (Betty) Bernsdorf and Randy (Janet) Bernsdorf. Judy was self-employed, working...

Lois L. Schaurer, 90, of Covington, passed away Monday, July 13, 2020, at Caldwell House of Troy. She was born June 17, 1930, in Darke County, to the late Charles and Effie (Bowman) Cottrell. She was united in marriage to Ralph J. Schaurer on June 20, 1948; he preceded her in death on August 4, 2016. She will be missed and remembered by her children and their spouses, Rodney (Jerilyn) Schaurer of Covington, Marilyn (Harlan) Holsinger of Troy, Arlene (Keith) Brubaker of Eaton, Marlin...

Alva Daniel Landes, second son of Daniel and Rachel (Garber) Landes, was born February 11, 1928 near Englewood, Ohio. He peacefully departed this life on July 10, 2020, at the age of 92 years, 4 months, and 29 days. Responding to the call of the Spirit, he yielded his life to our Lord and Savior, and was baptized into the Old German Baptist Brethren Church in May of 1947, remaining steadfast and faithful until death. As his health began to decline, he with his companion received the comfort...

The Story of My Life, by Cindy. I was born July 15, 1949 to Glenna Mae Irene Peffley and John Robert Hosmer in Troy, Ohio. Both passed away December of 1992, 20 days apart, though they hadn’t been together for years. I graduated from Troy High School in 1967. I married John Lutz of Troy in 1966, this marriage did not work out. I married Shirl Abner of Piqua, July 18, 1971, we married and divorced each other twice. He will always be the love of my life. I graduated from Edison...

Walter B. Bayer, son of the late Ira F. and Mary (Benedict) Bayer, was born June 19, 1921 and passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020 at the age of 99 years and 15 days. He was a member of the Old German Baptist Brethren Church, Covington District. On May 19, 1946 he married Ida Mae Denlinger. She passed away October 19, 1992. On May 14, 1994 he married Mildred (Hicks) Filbrun, whose union was broken with her passing on March 13, 2014. Also preceding him in death were a son Don, all his siblings...

Richard E. “Dick” Schwartz, of Piqua, passed away at the grand age of 91 on Friday, July 3, 2020 at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born on October 22, 1928, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Albert and Irene (Faig) Schwartz. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Vicki (Boehringer) Schwartz, daughter, Tanna (Tony) Rimkus of Tipp City, sons Justin Schwartz and Matthew (Allison) Schwartz, all of Piqua, a granddaughter, Avery Laine Schwartz, who brought him joy every time she smiled; and...

Steven E. “Auggi” Dearth, 67, of Covington, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 13, 2020, at his home. He was born December 3, 1952, in Troy, the late Janet JoAnn (Stocker) Gustin and Clarence “John” Dearth. He will be missed and remembered by his four children, Karyn (Jason) Durbin of Pleasant Hill, Kristy (Chad) Apple of Casstown, Katrina Dearth of Covington and Bryan Dearth of Covington; seven grandchildren, Allison, Elizabeth, Connor, Kamryn, Caleb, Korey...

Jennifer E. “Jennie” Anthony, 59, of Covington, passed away Friday, June 12, 2020, at her residence. She was born March 12, 1961, in Piqua, to the late Roy and June (Keeler) Winks. She married Donald R. “Don” Anthony on December 6, 1996, and he survives. Jennie will also be missed and remembered by her daughters, Niki Jo (Aaron) Watson of Piqua and Christina Renee Vankirk of Covington; a granddaughter, McKenna Watson; her twin sister, Jackie (Jeff) Elsner of St....

Evelyn L. Holfinger, 90, of Covington, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2020, at her residence. She was born October 23, 1929, in Miami County, to the late Andrew and Florence (Fisher) Etter. She married Robert E. Holfinger on June 6, 1953; he preceded her in death on September 24, 2014. Evelyn will be missed and remembered by her three sons and spouses, Doyle & Connie Holfinger of Piqua, Roger & Cathy Holfinger of South Charleston, and Brian & Brenda Holfinger of Tarpon Springs,...

C. Scott Chaney, 64, of Troy, formerly of Covington, passed away Monday, April 6, 2020 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born May 7, 1955, in Dayton, to the late William W. “Bill” Sr. and Sharleen M. (Harman) Chaney. Scott will be missed and remembered by his children, Elizabeth “Liz” Chaney and Kevin Chaney, both of West Milton; siblings Sue (Jim) Marchal of Dayton, Sandy (Tim) Powell of Covington, Bob (Janet) Chaney of Piqua; many nieces and nephews; and special...