Brown-Dawson-Flick Funeral Homes

11/08/2025

Danny Ray Burke

Danny Ray Burke, age 71 of Middletown, passed away peaceful at home on Friday, November 7, 2025.

Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 4:00 PM until his Memorial Service at 6:00 PM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home – Historic Downtown Chapel, 330 Pershing Ave., Hamilton, OH 45011 with Pastor Rodney Griffin officiating.

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11/07/2025

11/05/2025

Have you heard of anticipatory grief? If you have a terminally ill loved one, you may already be experiencing its effects. To help you better understand what you’re feeling and how to cope with it, click on the photo below to learn more about anticipatory grief and several tips for coping with it as you make the most of your remaining time together.

Anticipatory grief is a normal for those with a terminally ill loved one, but how do you cope with it and make the most of your remaining time together?

11/04/2025

Ruth E. Smith

Ruth E. (Schwegman) Smith, of Oxford, Ohio passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at the age of 89. Ruth grew up in Oxford, Ohio and graduated from Stewart High School in 1954. After high school, Ruth worked at Western College for Women from 1954 to 1957.On August 10, 1957, Ruth married James R.T. Smith. They resided at Fort Knox for 2 years, then returned to Oxford. James and Ruth built their business, Oxford Oil Service Company where they worked until retirement in 2018. Ruth and Jim were married for 65 years.She was very fortunate to have five caring sisters and five caring brothers, Regina Durbin, Rita Cox, Lorene Klinefelder, Mary Thomas, Alice Krauth, and Omer, Harold, Walter, Ralph, and Dick Schwegman. She is survived by her children, Donald Wayne (Kim) Smith, Teresa Ann Smith, Douglas Alan (Regina) Smith; her grandchildren, Courteney Smith, Conner (Gabrielle) Smith, Carrigan (Cody) Carr, and Hannah Aukerman; two great-grandchildren, Colton and Callie Carr; as well as many loved nieces, nephews, and her dear friend, Marilyn Rosas.She is proceeded in death by her loving husband, James R.T. Smith; her brothers, Omer, Harold, Walter and her sisters, Regina Durbin and Lorene Klinefelder; and her niece, Mary Durban.Visitation will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025 from 11:00 AM until the time of her Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 NOON at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 111 East High Street, Oxford, Ohio, with Fr. Jeff Silver officiating. Burial will follow at Springdale Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the church.

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11/04/2025

Beverly Lee Langenecker

Beverly Lee Langenecker, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Known to most as Bev, she was born in Middletown, Ohio on December 13, 1947 to the late Glenn Taylor Jr. and Sylvia Rose (Snow) Taylor. Bev and her daughter, Dawn, were bar keepers in the tri-state area for many years, making many friends and serving many patrons. Bev was a one-of-a-kind, with sass for days and a laugh that still echoes. Bev always made sure that your glass was full, both at the bar and throughout life – a kind, compassionate friend that would remind you that things will be ok.Bev will be dearly missed by her husband, Mike; her son, Scott Springer; her grandchildren, Ashley Watts, Michael (Cassie) Fultz, Austin Risner, Aiden (Angel Gillum) Fultz, Annie Springer and Liz Springer; her numerous great-grandchildren; her sister, Diane; as well as many extended family members and lifelong friends.Bev was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter, Dawn Michele Fultz, as well as Dawn’s husband, Dan Fultz II and Dawn’s father, Larry “Pops” Risner; and her siblings, Rick, Gary and Larry.A Memorial Gathering to celebrate Bev’s life will be held at a later date.

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11/04/2025

Mark Wesley Fitzgerald

Mark Wesley Fitzgerald, age 70 of Oxford, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Mark was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on January 4, 1955 to Leigh Wayne Fitzgerald Sr. and Jeanne (Burnworth) Fitzgerald. He married the love of his life, Deborah, on September 28, 1974. Mark worked for the American Fan Company/Clarage Fan for 41 years, starting as a draftsman and working his way to General Manager/Vice President of Sales. Mark was an avid Michigan fan! He was a competitive athlete who was a five-time marathon runner, a weight-lifter, a basketball and softball player, a fisherman, and a semi-pro football player for Kalamazoo All-Stars. He also participated in community theater and volunteered at Open Hands Pantry.

Mark is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Deborah; his sons, Wesley (Jennifer) and Cody (Michelle); his grandchildren, Reace, Camden, Reagan, Morgan, Molly, Jessa and Jarret; his great grandchildren, Colson and Caleb; his brother, Wayne (Nikki) and his sister, Sueann; special friends, Iven, Jon and Terry; and many other close relatives and friends. Mark was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Kathleen.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 PM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 330 Pershing Ave. Hamilton, Ohio, with Jon Montani officiating. Burial will be at Darrtown Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Open Hands Pantry.

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11/04/2025

Linda Sue Triplett

Linda Sue Triplett, 78 of Hamilton, OH passed away on October 30, 2025, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Linda raised five children in Hamilton, working at Hyde’s Restaurant for many years as head waitress and made many friends along the way. Linda enjoyed many things in life – as a kid, she loved horseback riding and won many ribbons and trophies. She also loved going to church with her family and grandkids. She enjoyed watching Lifetime with her family and her favorite movie was The Passion of The Christ. Linda loved going to Bingo and singing karaoke with her family, especially with her grandkids and great-grandkids. She loved going to flea markets, camping, hiking, four wheeling and going down home to Kentucky to see family and friends and going to Pat’s Hamburgers with her significant other, Billy Don Begley. Linda was also known as Granny to many kids. She could tell her stories that could always make you laugh and brighten up your day. She will be dearly missed and loved by so many.Linda was born in Kenton, Kentucky on July 28, 1947 to June Smith and Richard Talbott. She went to William Henry Harrison High School, Class of 1964.She is survived by five children, Angel & Danny Sexton of Mount Healthy, Tammy & Johnny Gay of Hamilton, Troy Triplett & Debbie Etson of Hamilton, Ona & Charles Arnett of Hamilton, Collette and Terry Arnett of Hamilton; her daughter-in-law, Vicki Triplett of Cincinnati; her grandchildren, Kelly & Danny Taylor of Hamilton, Danny Sexton Jr. of Mount Healthy, John & Lydia Gay of Hamilton, Jeremy & Stephanie Gay of Hamilton, Jaz-Lynn & Jordan Phillips of Trenton, Gary and Fallon Bunger of Hamilton, James Booker of Hamilton, Kendra Sue and RJ Bowman of Hamilton, Brandon and Robyn Arnett of Hamilton; her great-grandchildren; Zoe, Haley, Dorian, Rowan, Magdolyn, Jaelyn Noah, Jay Matthew, Preston, Kynzlee, Kylie, Mason, Jaxton, Jayden, Leeanna Sue, and Jr. of Hamilton; her sister, Laura Retyi-Gazda; Nephew, Vincent Sanders, and her special friends, the Begley Family, Randy Noe and family, Linda Sue Martin and many more.She is preceded in death by her late husband, Elwood Triplett; mother, June Smith; sister, Cindy Leon; her grandson, Joshua Gay; Great-grandchild, Johnny Elwood Gay; her son-in-law, Gary Bunger; and her special friend, Blanche.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 7, 2028 from 11:00 AM until the time of her Funeral Service at 1:00 PM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home - Historic Downtown Chapel, 330 Pershing Ave., Hamilton, Ohio 45011. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park.

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11/03/2025

Oletta Lou Bauer

Oletta Lou Bauer, age 96, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025. She was born in Nauvoo, Ohio (near Portsmouth) on April 4, 1929, to the late John and Allene (Cheek) Ralston.

Oletta enjoyed a long life surrounded by a large family and many friends. She was happiest when spending time with the people she loved. She had a passion for gardening and always took pride in her beautiful flowers. She enjoyed traveling, listening to music, going out to dinner, and watching football, especially cheering for her Cincinnati Bengals.

She is survived by her four devoted and loving daughters, Kathleen (the late Barry) Bishop, Johanna (the late David) Tribbey, Debra (Leroy Hand) Davis, and Rhonda (Doug) Stone; brother Roy Ralston, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other family. She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband, Robert G. Bauer, her brother, Carl Ralston, and her sister, Barbara Donahue.

Funeral service will be held at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 1350 Millville Ave., Hamilton, on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of Hospice of Cincinnati, Hamilton location, for the excellent care and compassion they provided for Oletta during her final months. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made via mail to Hospice of Cincinnati, P.0 Box 633597, Cincinnati, OH 45263-3597.

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10/31/2025

Clarence Schaub

Clarence L. Schaub, age 91 of Fairfield, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Clarence was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 15, 1934 to Clarence Schaub and Helen (Bauer) Schaub. He enjoyed fishing, working in his yard, travelling and spending time with his family.

Clarence is survived by Clarence (Brenda) Schaub and Karen (Mark) Singleton; grandchildren, Adam Singleton, Travis Singleton, Ryan Schaub and Kristin Jones; and great-grandchildren, Brayden, Landen, Jaxden, Abby, Lila, Vera, Grace, Israel and Sula. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Patricia Schaub; and daughter-in-law, Shari Schaub.

Private services will be held by the family at a later date.

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10/30/2025

Remember, Friday is Halloween and there will be many little ghosts and goblins out in the evening hoping to fill their bags with many treats. Please drive cautiously. We hope it's a fun and safe evening for all. Happy Halloween!

10/27/2025

Deidra Ann Thieken

Deidra Ann Thieken, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Born on February 27, 1954, in Hamilton, Ohio to Elmer and Maudie Lauer. Deidra lived a life defined by compassion, dedication, and joy.

She was married for 49 beautiful years to her high school sweetheart, Richard Thieken – a love story that inspired all who knew them. Together they raised four children and were later blessed with ten grandchildren, each of whom adored their Nana, whose warmth laughter and unconditional love filled every family gathering.

From an early age, Deidra’s energy and grace shone brightly. She began dancing at age three under Betty Sroufe, continuing through high school, and excelled as both a swimmer and gymnast. A talented and determined athlete, she earned numerous awards and was honored with induction into the Badin High School Hall of Fame in 2013.

Deidra’s compassion for others guided her into a lifelong career in nursing. She began as an LPN in 1975. Through dedication and hard work, earned her RN degree. Over the span of more than four decades — much of it spent as a critical care nurse and in the cardiac catheterization lab — she touched countless lives with her skill, empathy, and calm strength. She retired from the University of Cincinnati Hospital at age 65.

Outside of work, Deidra found joy in music, nature, puzzles, and birdwatching. She loved spending time outdoors and cherished every moment with her family and friends. Her gentle spirit, love of life, and unwavering kindness will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.

Deidra is survived by her husband of 49 years, Richard; her children, Katherine Thieken, Luke (Cindy) Thieken, Andrew Thieken and Lindsey (Josh) Sellers; her grandchildren, Sloan, Rowan, Presley, Blake, Jax, Brooks, Hayes, Mason, Carmen and Palmer; her sisters, Norma Eleton and Debbie Wagers; her sweet dog, Callie Rose; and her extended family and friends. Deidra was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Phillip Nunamaker and Tom Lauer; and her sisters, Nancy Murray and Joann Barsamian.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 1350 Millville Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio 45013. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Ann Catholic Church, 3028 Pleasant Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 10:30 AM with celebrant Fr. David Sunberg officiating.

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