GARY J. DUFFEY It is with profound sadness that we say “I love you” and goodbye to our foundation of strength and love, Gary J. Duffey, who peacefully passed away to walk with God on March 6, 2026.  A loyal friend and tireless worker, Gary cherished his family and instilled in them, by example, the importance of hard work and resilience.  Having modest pride and an empathetic heart, he preferred to be in the stands or on the sidelines, allowing those around him to be ...

James M. Pritchard, 88, of Pleasant Hill, passed away on January 17, 2026 at Otterbein of Tipp City. He was born July 26, 1937, in Piqua, Ohio, to his parents Frank & Josephine (Webb) Pritchard. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Robert Pritchard. He will be missed and remembered by his good friends Carl Hines and Connie Carr. A gathering of friends will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM Thursday, January 22,at Jackson-Sarver Funeral Home, 1 S. Main Street, Pleasant Hill. ...

Donald T. Cress, was a long-standing and well-known member of the Pleasant Hill community, where he lived most of his life after being born in Ludlow Falls on March 25, 1928. After a life rich with love, laughter, and countless memories, Don peacefully passed away on January 9, 2026, in Troy, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and dedication to his family. A graduate of Newton High School's class of 1945, Don worked for a few businesses including NCR before moving to Chicago to ...

Robert Charles Davis of Covington, said goodbye to 2025 and his family as he passed away peacefully New Years Day morning at Hospice of Miami County. Bob was 98 years old, and until that day as he would say in his later years, "outlived another one." Born on July 26, 1927, in Bradford, Ohio, Bob was the son of Burr and Mary (Martin) Davis. His early life amidst the industrious hum of the family salvage yard instilled in him a resourceful spirit that remained a defining trait ...

Jack W. Weiss, passed away on December 26, 2025, in Miami, Florida, at the age of 62. Born on January 13, 1963, Jack's life was characterized by his selfless dedication to his family, his church, and his community. A proud graduate of Milton-Union's class of 1981, Jack was a hardworking spirit. Following his passion for service and community, Jack embarked on a fulfilling career as a bus driver with Troy City Schools Jack's dedication extended to the athletic fields, where he was a ...

L. Eugene Oburn “Gene”, age 84, of Pleasant Hill, Ohio passed away peacefully at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Gene was born on April 15, 1941, in Piqua, Ohio to the late Harold and Ada (Snapp) Oburn. In addition to his parents, Gene is preceded in death by his brother Dennis Oburn. Gene is survived by the love of his life of  59 years, DeAnn (Benshoff) Oburn  whom he married on July 2, 1966; his children, Nathan (Esther) Oburn of ...

Diane Elizabeth Crilley, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Bradford, Ohio, at the age of 77. Born on March 31, 1948, in Troy, Ohio, Diane was a beacon of kindness and warmth to all who knew her. Diane's life journey began as the cherished daughter of Howard and Vivian (Howell) Laughman. She graduated from Newton High School in 1966 and retired in 2012 from Hobart where she had been a clerk in the blueprint ...

Harriet Ann Westfall Age 90, of Pleasant Hill, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at her home. She was born March 20, 1935, in Versailles, Ohio, to her parents Ralph David & Esther Mae (Brandon) Christian, who preceded her in death. A proud graduate of the Versailles High School class of 1953, Harriet spent her formative years in the town where she was also united in marriage to her beloved husband, Philbert LeeRoy Westfall, Sr., on August 21, 1953. Together, they crafted a life ...

Paul E. Hines Age84, of Pleasant Hill, passed away Monday, August 11, 2025, at Vancrest of Troy. He was born March 27, 1941, in Miami County, Ohio, to his parents Ed & Helen (Mefford) Hines. He will be missed and remembered by his son and daughter-in-law Terry & Rachel Hines; grandchildren Steven Hines, Nate Hines (Morgan), Heather Usserman (Joshua), Ryan Hines (J.R. Houston), Anthony Wyant, Olivia Hines; 8 great grandchildren; brothers Carl Hines and Dennis Hines; daughter-in-law ...

Reta Kay Lavy Age 88, of Troy, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025. She was born on January 14, 1937 in Dayton, Ohio to Millard and Orpha (Garber) Denlinger. On April 24, 1955, she married Everett Lavy at her family home in Trotwood, Ohio. Together they shared 70 years. Reta was a member of the Old German Baptist Brethren New Conference Church and her faith is what carried her throughout her many years. Reta found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She poured her heart into ...