All Obituaries

Jamon Kareem Gaskins, age 41 of Springfield, Ohio passed away peacefully on Sunday, October11, 2020 in the care of Hospice of Dayton.  He was born  March 21, 1979 in Springfield, Ohio. He is the son of Eddie Kidd Sr. and the late Lynnda Marie Gaskins.  Jamon is survived by his Father, Eddie Kidd Sr., one son Jamon of Dayton, Ohio and two daughters, Jailynn Parker and Jay’la (Lynnda) Gaskins of Springfield, Ohio.  Jamon also leaves to cherish his memory his siblings,...

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Valarie J. Jones, 68, of Springfield, Ohio, departed this life on Tuesday, October 13, 2020.  She was born June 18, 1952, in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of Omee and Ernestine (Murphy) Jones, Sr. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ernestine (Murphy) Jones and Omee Jones, Sr., and her daughter, Diona E. Daniels-Jones. She is survived by her daughter, Jessica (Michael) D. Jones of Springfield, Ohio; one brother, Omee Jones, Jr. of Delaware, Ohio; three sisters:  Jamie...

Kyron A. Gaines, 34, was born June 17, 1986 in Springfield Ohio. He is the son of Darlene Gaines and Dwight Davenport, and the grandson of Mary Lou Davenport. Kyron passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday October 6, 2020. He was a very genuine and fine young man, a loyal friend to many, and a loving father. Kyron enjoyed the comfort of his siblings, he loved listening to music, fishing, watching sports, and a good social gathering. He was well known for his affectionate forehead kisses and...

Marva L. (Sutton) Dodge, 73, of Springfield, Ohio passed away October 5, 2020.  Marva was born September 20, 1947 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of Marvin and Jane (Hall) Sutton.  She retired from Assurant Inc.  Marva was a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church and was active in Mass Choir, Sanctuary Choir and Fellowship Choir, Sunday School and Small Group.  Her memory will be cherished by her husband, Lamar Dodge of Springfield, Ohio; sons, Jerry Arnold of...

Greer L. Young Sr., 73, of Huber Hts., Ohio passed away Monday, October 5, 2020.  He was born July 7, 1947 in Springfield, Ohio the son of Haywood and Lillian (Longshaw) Young.  Greer graduated from Springfield South High School and served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged.  He was a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church where he served as an Associate Minister and was on the Deacon Board, Fellowship Ministry, Small Group and Church...

Marvin L. Compton Sr., 68, passed away September 19, 2020.  He was one of nine children born to Charles and Rosalee Compton.  He was born January 30, 1952 in Springfield, Ohio.  He served his country in the United States Marine Corps.  Marvin retired from Clark County Department of Human Services after many years of dedicated service. Marvin leaves to cherish his memory his three children, YaVonda (Curtis) Compton, Marvin L. Compton Jr. and...

Xaviera Asia Dotts, 24, of Springfield, Ohio was born April 9, 1996 in West Palm Beach, Florida to Elizabeth Dotts and Bennie King III.  Xaviera participated in Drill Team activities.  Her children were forever her world and loved to be there for family, especially her aunt Torray.  She leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Elizabeth Dotts and father, Bennie King III; a daughter, A’ni Jah Reeder; two sons, Jae’Vonte Dotts and Je’vonte Reeder; brothers,...

Fred D. Smith, 94, of Springfield, Ohio passed away September 13, 2020. He was born March 13, 1926 in Kansas City, Kansas the son of David and Louise (Pinkston) Smith. Mr. Smith graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering and was a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and a member of the Boy Scouts of America.  He served his country in the United States Air Force during World War II and the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged as a Captain. ...