Brown Funeral Home, 237 W. Main Street, Wilmington, OH (2026)

04/08/2026

Patricia Lou Rhoades, age 74, of Wilmington, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday April 6, 2026. Known as Trish by friends and co-workers, she was fondly referred to as Patti by her family. She was born September 24, 1951, in Washington C.H., Ohio, the daughter of the late Wayne E. and Charlotte (Cook) Rhoades. Patti was a 1969 graduate of Fairfield High School in Leesburg, Ohio. She also attended Cincinnati Bible College and Marion College in Ellwood, Indiana.
Patti had an interesting array of jobs throughout her life span. Most memorable were driving a taxi, being a D.J. with WCHO radio in Washington C.H., Ohio, working in X-Ray departments at Maion and Mercy Hospitals in Ellwood and at Greenfield Memorial Hospital, and editing college textbooks for McGraw Hill Publishing in Columbus, Ohio. Her final working years were with Wal-Mart in Wilmington.
She loved the arts, especially classical music and painting. She enjoyed photography, knitting and crocheting, and sewing and quilting. You would often find her on Facebook interacting with family, friends, and online friends of her favorite authors CS Lewis and George MacDonald, and fellow watchers of The Lone Ranger. Lately, Patti began cooking and trying new recipes, and sharing them with her family and friends.
Patti is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Vicki and William Temple of Wilmington; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her parents, Patti is preceded in death by a stillborn bother, Barry Wayne Rhoades, and two sisters, Linda Rhoades Chaney and Barbara Rhoades.
If Patti were still living, she would tell you, “No matter what happens, it’s alright. God is in control.” Then she would give you a Tootsie Roll Pop.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 4:00 p.m. Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Wilmington Church of Christ.
Interment in New Antioch Cemetery will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
Brown Funeral Home is assisting the family. To leave an on-line condolence, please visit www.arehart-brown.com, or see our page, Brown Funeral Home.

04/07/2026

Corwin "David" Hale, age 87, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He was born February 15, 1939, at Hale Hospital, Wilmington, the son of the late Corwin Myron and Kathryn (Moore) Hale. David was a 1957 graduate of Wilmington High School, a graduate of Wilmington College and had earned a Master's Degree in business from Xavier University. David had also proudly served his Country in the United States Air Force as a nuclear weapons officer. In his professional life, David was the owner of Hale Manufacturing in Wilmington and Electric Eel Manufacturing in Springfield, Ohio. In his personal life he was a very articulate and detail-oriented man. Among his interests were traveling, restoring and collecting automobiles, working on model airplanes and gliders, as well as racing his Lola in the SCCA and SVRA divisions. David was always at his happiest being in the air, as he loved his time spent flying in his Cessna. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Debra Hale (Brumley); his daughters, Amy Hale, Jennifer (Gary) Riddle, and Sarah (Dustin) Miller, all of Wilmington; his stepsons, Chad (Tammy) Carey of Wilmington, Curt (Villa) Carey of Washington Court House, and Mike (Meghan) Carey of Columbus; special family member, Loey Stayden of Cincinnati; his sister, Ann (Mike) Noftsger of Doylestown, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Avery and Claire Greenlees, Wyatt, Emma and Roy Riddle, Delaney and Logan Miller, and Spencer, Madison, Lauren, Shania, Christian, Cassie, Catherine, Colton, Prescott, Conrad and Miles Carey; and his great-grandson, Carter Carey. David was preceded in death by his parents Corwin Myron "Kersey" and Kathryn Hale. Public visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington. A short service will follow. Burial with military honors will immediately follow services at Sugar Grove Cemetery, Wilmington. Military honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post #49 Honor Guard of Wilmington in honor of David's service to his Country in the United States Air Force. For those desiring to leave a memorial donation in Dave's honor, you may donate to the Clinton County Airport, 1581 North Curry Road, Wilmington. To leave an on-line condolence, please visit www.arehart-brown.com or visit our page, Brown Funeral Home. Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington, is assisting the family.

04/06/2026

Susan E. “Susie” Kienle, age 78, of Wilmington, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026, at Shawnee Estates, in Xenia, Ohio. She was born October 15, 1947 in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of the late Edward C. and Winifred E. (Newberry) Kienle, Sr. Susie was a member of St. Columbkille Catholic Church. Susie was a 1965 graduate of Wilmington High School, and Bliss Business College in Columbus, Ohio. She began working with the Department of Defense, working at the Clinton County Air Force Base. She transferred to Eglin Air Force Base in the Florida panhandle, while there, she completed her Bachelor’s Degree with Troy University. From there she went to Williams Air Force Base in Phoenix, Arizona, before returning to Wright Patterson Air Force Base where she retired in 2008. In her spare time Susie loved to read. She also enjoyed concerts and any type of live music. Susie is survived by her sister, Anne E. (Andrew J. Rogers) Kienle-Garcia of Del Rio, Texas; brother Buddy (Robin Griggs) Kienle of Clarksville; nephews Cade Kienle and Andrew Kienle; and the many friends she made during her life. In addition to her parents, Susie is preceded in death by her infant sister Jane Kienle, and her brother Edward C. “Eddie” Kienle. Funeral services will be held 11:30 a.m. Thursday, April 9, 2026 at Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington. Deacon Bob Baker of St. Columbkille will officiate. Burial will follow in Sugar Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:30 until the time of service at 11:30 Thursday, at the funeral home. The Kienle family asks that memorial donations be directed to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 8th Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY, 10001. To leave an on-line condolence, please visit www.arehart-brown.com, or see our page, Brown Funeral Home.

04/06/2026

Leslie "Wayne" Buckley, age 63, of Wilmington, passed away April 3, 2026. He was born May 4, 1962, in Heidelberg, Germany. Wayne was a beloved husband, father and son. His interests included meteorology, astronomy and music while his spirituality was derived through all of God's creation, as he loved all God's creatures. A wonderful, caring man, Wayne, was extremely resilient. Whatever he tried, he gave his all. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Karen A. Buckley (Williams); his two sons, Alex Buckley of Columbus and Craig Buckley of Wilmington; and his mother, Hannelore Buckley (Marzlaff) of Wilmington. Wayne is preceded in death by his father, Leslie G. Buckley. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. To leave an on-line condolence, please visit www.arehart-brown.com or visit the page, Brown Funeral Home.

03/25/2026

Jean Ella (Firth) Lay, age 88, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at her home with family by her side. She was born December 16, 1937, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of the late Clifford and Hilma Firth. Jean was a long-time secretary with the Wilmington City Schools, and a member of the Wilmington Presbyterian Church. In her spare time, she loved to garden and fish. More than anything, she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed. Jean is survived by daughters, Teri (Tony) Stern of Wilmington, and Shari Van Pelt of Wilmington; son Darren (Shannon) Lay of Wilmington; grandchildren, Travis Stern of Wilmington, Megan (Adam) Shultz of Wilmington, Zachary (Kelly) Stern of Milford, Ohio, Ben (James) Van Pelt of Lebanon, Ohio, Nick (Lizzy) Van Pelt of Delaware, Ohio, and Shandra Hamilton of Michigan; great grandchildren, Lilly Stern, Lexi Stern, and Violet Shultz; sisters, Shirley Mueller of Cincinnati and Darlene Whalen of Cleveland; and the many friends she made throughout her life. In addition to her parents, Jean is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Wilbur T. Lay; sister Vivian Sawyer; brother Jack Firth; and special friend George F. Bush. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at the Presbyterian Church of Wilmington, 840 Timer Glen Avenue, Wilmington, Ohio 45177. Pastor Jay Kim will officiate. Burial will follow in the Clinton Memory Garden, Wilmington. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at the church. The family asks that memorial donations be made to the Presbyterian Church of Wilmington. Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington, is assisting the family. To leave an on-line condolence, please visit www.arehart-brown.com, or see our page, Brown Funeral Home.

03/25/2026

Regina Stevens (Cole)
Sunrise: February 16, 1962 Sunset: March 21, 2026
Regina Stevens, affectionately known to so many as "Momma Cole," passed away on March 21, 2026.
A genuinely nurturing soul with a heart always ready to give, Regina was a true mother figure to all who crossed her path. Her legacy of love and hospitality will live on in the countless stories shared by those she fed, comforted, and cared for. Generations of families will fondly remember the warmth of her home and the tireless devotion she showed while babysitting them and, eventually, their own children.
She was preceded in death by her beloved son, "TJ"; her parents, Cherie Regina Williams (Goings), Richard Lee Williams, and Larry Cole; her brother, Darrell Cole Sr.; her sister, Cindy Williams; and her sisters-in-law, Darlene Ford and Tonya Holland.
She leaves behind a beautiful legacy in her surviving family, including her children: Brandon (Stella) Cole of Flowery Branch, GA; Jessica (Gino) Cole of Newark, OH; and Annie (Jazadrian) Stevens of Norman, OK. Her memory will be forever cherished by her grandchildren: Dynasty Kimble, Zander Norris, Sarah Cole, and Maleyah Cole, as well as the eagerly anticipated arrival of a new granddaughter due in July.
She is also survived by her siblings: Larry Cole of Wilmington, Rhonda Broady of Wilmington, and Todd Cole of Hillsboro; her nieces and nephews: Kendra (Robert) McEvoy, Darrell, and LaToya; as well as a host of beloved great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family, and countless friends whose lives she touched.
A memorial service to celebrate Regina’s life will be held at Brown Funeral Home in Wilmington, OH. Calling hours will take place from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with the service beginning at 5:00 PM.

03/22/2026

Marcus “Boog” Keith, age 48, of Wilmington, passed away unexpectedly March 17, 2026, at his home. He was born April 18, 1977, the son of Steve and Joy Keith. Boog was a simple man enjoying the simple things in life. He loved to ride his Harley, golfing, fishing, hanging with his friends, and being the “favorite” uncle. Boog is survived by his father Steve Keith; siblings, Craig Keith, Audra Dalton, Shelley (Josh) Snell, and Wesley (Tiffani) Keith; nieces and nephews, Adysen Watson, Tatum Keith, Nolan Keith, Nathaniel Dalton, Jadence Jump, Chantz Dalton, Hunter Keith, Lila Keith, Emmiline Keith, Stella Keith, and Miranda Keith; several aunts, an uncle, many cousins, and countless friends. Boog is preceded in death by his mother Joy Keith; maternal grandparents Harold and Betty Miller; paternal grandparents Calvin and Lois Keith; aunts Julie Wall and Dorothy Moore; and Uncle Steve Miller. Funeral services will be announced by Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington.

03/22/2026

Lois Evelyn Patton, age 69, of Wilmington, passed away March 18, 2026, at Ohio’s Hospice of Miami County. She was born February 26, 1957, in Dayton, Ohio the daughter of the late Windle and Sally Ann (Randolph) Wallen. Lois is survived by her daughter Kelli (Larry) Garrison; son Benjamin (Rachel Simpson) Patton; grandchildren, Kyle (Aubrey) Huston, Samantha (Mel Stein) Huston, Kody (Kaylee) Huston,, Logan Huston, Chase Patton, Cassidy Patton, and Coleman Patton; several great grandchildren; sisters, Jeanie (Elvin) Shelton, Vicki (Ron) Kendall, and Jo (Ardie) Kroener; several nieces and nephews; and many friends including her longtime best friends, Judy Taylor and Andy Hoffer. In addition to her parents, Lois is preceded in death by sister Kay George; sister and brother-in-law Debra and Big John Edwards; brothers Mickey Wallen, Windle Robin Wallen; and great grandson Noelan Dean Huston. Services will be announced by Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington.

03/20/2026

Edward Lee Delong, age 63, of Wilmington, died March 2, 2026, at Residence at Salem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born November 14, 1962, in Ironton, Ohio, the son of the late Curtis L and Hazel Mae (Neal) Delong. Edward was a veteran of the United States Army. He had worked in the construction industry. Edward is survived by his sister Shari Delong Vanhoose, nephew Jeffery Lance Watkins of Wilmington Ohio, 6 nieces Hannah Sparks, Ava Sparks, and Justis Watkins of Wilmington, Ohio, Ragen Watkins of Cattlesburg, Kentucky, and Kylee Watkins of Raceland, Kentucky; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and many friends. In following with his wishes, there will be no funeral service or visitation. Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington, is assisting the family.

03/19/2026

Shirley M. Burton (Borton), age 90, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully March 17, 2026. She was born June 27, 1935 in Wilmington, the daughter of the late Clarence "Dick" and Adelaide (Garrison) Borton. Shirley was a 1953 graduate of Wilmington High School and had attended the Miami-Jacobs Business College in Dayton. She had worked and retired from the Wilmington News Journal having served in several capacities through the years. She will be deeply missed by her family. Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Michael J. (Martha) Burton of Wilmington; her grandchildren, Bradley J. (Kelly) Burton of Wilmington and Ashley M. (fiancé, Mitchell Paradine) Burton of Austin, Texas; and her great grandchildren, Kendall, Silas, Elliotte and Laelynn Burton. In addition to her parents, Shirley is preceded in death by her husband, Gerald S. Burton (January 28, 2026); and her brother Farrell Borton. A visitation with closing remarks will begin 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington. Shirley will be laid to rest privately at Sugar Grove Cemetery, Wilmington. Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington, is assisting the family. While very appreciative, the family requests no flowers be given. If so inclined, those wishing to leave a memorial contribution in Shirley's honor, may lovingly give to the Clinton County Humane Society, PO Box 1024, Wilmington, Ohio 45177. To leave an on-line condolence, please visit www.arehart-brown.com or see our page, Brown Funeral Home.

03/19/2026

Clifford Eugene Jones, age 94, of New Vienna, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026. He was born February 28, 1932, in Washington Court House, Ohio, the son of the late Isaac and Flossie (Jordan) Jones and was a drafted Veteran in the United States Army, proudly serving his Country in Germany and Korea from 1952 until 1954. Clifford had retired from General Motors- Harrison Radiator after 36 years of service and then did construction work for several years for Oris Fields- Ohio Mutual Insurance. Always one to keep busy, Clifford then drove a school bus for East Clinton Schools for over 15 years before he finally started enjoying his retirement life. He will be missed dearly by all his family and friends. Clifford is survived by his daughter, Saundra (Mike) Shutts of Leesburg; his son, Clifford L. (April) Jones of New Vienna; grandchildren, Aaron (Donna) Shutts of Virginia, Adam Shutts of Florida, Travis Jones of Greenfield, Erica (Jeff) Reed of New Vienna, Chelsy (Quinten) Jackson of Blanchester, Zak (Imari) Hough of West Carrollton, Hallie (PJ Cook) Jones of Blue Ash, Abbi (Claudio Rodriguez) of Massachusetts, Myah (Colby Hurd) Jones of Maine, and Jozie (Jay Jackson) Jones of Columbus; great grandchildren, Allison (James Shephard) Jones, Kaleigh Shutts, Cheyenne Reed, Brogan Shutts, Camden Jones, Lydia Jackson, Renee Hough, Jeffrey Reed III, Hoyce Jackson, Zahana Hough, Aaralyn Williams, Claudio Rodriguez III, Sophia Rodriguez, and Caius Cook; great-great grandchildren, Evelyn and Elysia Shephard; two brothers, Dan Jones of Tennessee and Roy Jones of Moraine; and several nieces and nephews. Clifford is preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Flossie Jones; his wife, Betty Jones; an infant daughter, Beverly L. Jones; sisters, Eleanor Jones and Middie Minnish; and his brothers, Carl Jones, Dick Jones, Jack Jones, George Jones and Lloyd Jones. In keeping with Clifford's wishes, there will be no funeral services. To leave on-line condolences, please visit www.arehart-brown.com or see our page, Brown Funeral Home.

03/18/2026

Military honors will be accorded to recognize Charles John "C.J."' Moore's service to his country in the United States Army. Honors will be accorded at Sugar Grove Cemetery at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2026, by the American Legion Post #49 Honor Guard of Wilmington. Please keep C.J.'s family in your thoughts.

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