Baker-Hazel & Snider

10/23/2026

SCHLATTER, Henry Wendell, age 98, of Troy passed away Thursday, October 22, 2026. He was born in Paris, IL to the late Floyd and Helen Schlatter. Wendell was preceded in death by his first wife, Patsy Schlatter; and several siblings. He is survived by his loving wife, Connie; daughter Lynda (Paul) B...

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10/22/2026

💛 As families begin gathering more often in the months ahead, it can be a natural opportunity to have conversations that are easy to keep putting off.

Talking about your wishes doesn't have to be uncomfortable or overwhelming. Preplanning simply gives you the chance to make choices in your own time and helps ensure your family knows what matters to you.

Whenever you're ready to start that conversation, we're here to help.

10/21/2026

Richard "Dick" Aring, age 95, passed away on October 20, 2026 in his hometown of Dayton, Ohio. He was born on August 19, 1931 to the late Eugene and Sarah Isabelle Aring. He is survived by her son Dan (Christie) Aring, granddaughters Kelly (Peyman) Fattahi and Libby (Jordan) West, great-grandbabies ...

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10/21/2026

Cathy Jean Gumm, age 70, passed away on October 16, 2026. She was born to the late Ballard “Gene” and Larna Walton in Dayton, Ohio on December 19, 1955. She attend Wayne High School and graduated from Cedarville University in 1974 with a degree in Education. Later that year she married Michael and b...

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10/20/2026

🌼 Flowers from a loved one's service don't always have to be left behind.

A few meaningful blooms can be dried and turned into smaller keepsakes for your home. They might be pressed and framed, tucked into a memory box, or simply tied together and hung to dry as a small reminder of the love and support that surrounded your family.

Sometimes preserving just one flower can preserve a piece of a meaningful day. 💛

10/19/2026

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10/18/2026

💛 Wondering what you should bring to a funeral or visitation?

The answer is often simpler than you think: your presence.

You don't need to arrive with the perfect words or gesture. Showing up to offer a hug, share a memory, or quietly support the family is meaningful all on its own.

When you're unsure what to do, remember that being there matters.

10/16/2026

View Dick Alkire's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

10/16/2026

🐾 Losing a pet can leave an enormous absence.

They were part of your routines, waited for you to come home, knew when you needed company, and became woven into everyday life. When they're gone, it's natural to deeply miss the place they held in your world.

Pet grief deserves patience, understanding, and space. The love was real, and so is the loss.

10/14/2026

💛 During times of loss, support often comes from the people who quietly choose to stay close.

It may be a friend who checks in weeks later, a neighbor who brings dinner, or someone who simply sits beside you when there are no words to say.

Today, we’re grateful for the people who show up when they’re needed most. Their presence can mean more than they realize.