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Barbara Sterling Obituary

Sterling (Spaite), Barbara J.

Age 86 of Dayton, OH, passed away August 22, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert Spaite and Treva Spaite (Landis), husband Richard Sterling, sisters Rebecca Hunt, Virginia Oligee. She is survived by her sister Jane Sonenshein, extended family, and many friends.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Sep. 1, 2024.

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Marcy Reese

March 16, 2025

My heart is truly broken. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Nan Lawary

September 3, 2024

May you rest in peace my friend. Nan Lawary

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