All Obituaries

BUTLER, Robert O., age 83, born January 29, 1936 in Woodbine, Georgia, the fifth child of nine, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at Miami Valley Hospital. Robert joined the United States Air Force shortly after graduating from Euclid High School in Deland, Florida. He received an Honorable Discharge after finishing his time of service in the military, and later, attended Florida A & M University.  Robert moved to Dayton, Ohio in the late 50's to find better...

Willie Wilson, beloved husband, father and grandfather, born October 7, 1947 in Bessemer, Alabama, passed away September 16, 2019 after a brief illness. He was the son of the late Andrew and Lottie Wilson. Willie retired from Macy’s (formerly Rikes) after 27 years of service, then went to work and retired from The Dayton Daily News after 13 years; he was also an employee of Walgreens for 5 years. Willie’s spirit continues on through his wife, Barbara [married for 7 years...

THOMAS, Debra Clark, born April 24, 1957 in All Souls Hospital in Morristown, NJ, left her earthly body September 12, 2019 at 8 pm at Grandview Hospital (Hospice Care). She worked 22 years at National City Mortgage Corporation. Debra was married to Mr. Douglas A. Thomas for 17 wonderful years, (his children, Keisha and Christopher Thomas). She has three sons who will miss her terribly, Dominic Clark Cranford, Timothy Cranford and Arthur Brookins, all of Dayton, Ohio. She also leaves to...

BOSTON, Jr., William, passed away unexpectedly September 6, 2019. Born February 15, 1943 in Swainsboro, GA and a resident of Dayton since 1964. He was employed with Lewis and Michaels Moving Company, then later, returned to the Allied Trucking Company as a driving consultant. William and his family joined Residence Park Church of Christ in 1977. Preceded in death by father, William Boston Sr.; siblings, Millerness Chester, Irene Boston, Corene Latherns. He leaves behind to cherish his...

Howard P. Hallman, 89, was born May 1, 1930 in Alexandria, Louisiana. As a young man, he served in the U.S. Military. Later in life, he became a brick mason by trade. He met his wife, Louise and married her in 1961. They shared a long and wonderful life together. He loved listening to the blues, watching westerns and playing cards. Howard is remembered as being a loving husband, father, provider and protector. Howard is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Polly Hallman; his wife,...

SAIN, Sharon A., age 61, New Birth was on Monday, September 16, 2019. Sharon was born September 13, 1958 in Dayton, OH to the late David Sain Sr. and Marian D. Sain. She retired from the V.A. Medical Center. She was a faithful member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Sharon is survived by her loving brother, David Sain Jr. (Sarah), and stepbrother, James Smith; special sisters, Karla Wright, Jenny McClain; Godmother, Ella Bell; loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held 11 am Friday,...

Betty Jane Dugger Ferguson, oldest living descendant of “Charity’s Children” has passed away at age 99 By Sherri Goudy The Dayton community has lost one of its oldest residents and a champion for children’s education. Betty Jane Dugger Ferguson passed away last Thursday, September 5th. She was born on December 1, 1919 to Reverand William P. Dugger and Rosalie Higgins. A Dayton native, she was passionate about poetry and language from a young age, winning the...

Brandon Dangerfield, age 52, loving husband and devoted father, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2019. Brandon was born January 24, 1967 in Dayton, Ohio to Artria and Rita Dangerfield, and was a resident of West Chester, Ohio for the last 10 years.  Brandon served as a Sales Executive at Xerox & Hewlett Packard. He was an avid reader, loved all genres of music, dabbled with playing the electric guitar (self-taught), and loved sharing knowledge with others. His driving passion was...

ODOM, Antonio, age 40, born October 28, 1978, departed this life unexpectedly August 31, 2019 in Atlanta, GA. Preceded in death by his father, David H. Odom. He is survived by his mother, Sadie P. Odom; siblings, Marvin (Connie) Odom, Latisha Odom, Antuan Odom (Twin), DeAndre Odom; loving children, Antuan, Antonio Jr., Alicia, TJ, Amar, Shiann, Triston; other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held 11 am Saturday, September 14, 2019 at House of Wheat Funeral Home, Inc., 2107...

NIXON-MOORER, Daisy E. “Mother”, age 79, of Dayton, born May 8, 1940 in Greenville, AL to the late Daisy Jones and Willie Busky, passed away peacefully Friday, September 6, 2019 at her residence. She was an active member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. Preceded in death by former husband, George Moorer; grandsons, Timothy and Starlain Neloms. Survivors include daughters, Debra Neloms, Joanne Myles, Patricia Shrivers; son, Maurice Nixon; 3 brothers, 1 sister, 2...