Tributes to Dentists & Oral Surgeons

Stephen McClure, a gifted musician, dedicated dentist, and lifelong student of the arts, passed away on April 3, 2026. Born on July 1, 1951, in Lakewood, Ohio, to Robert E. McClure and Dorothy Love, Steve grew up in Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania, building a life defined by intellectual curiosity,...

Dr. A. Garrett Berley Jr. passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026. The family is being cared for by Toynton Funeral Home - Walworth.

Frank Hawkins Jones August 24, 1943 - April 8, 2026 Ridgeland, Mississippi - Frank Hawkins Jones died peacefully on the morning of April 8, 2026. Frank was born on August 24, 1943, in Jackson, the second child of Warren and Grace Jones of Forest. He was a 1961 graduate of Forest High School and...

Dr. Larry Bragg passed away on April 13, 2026, at his home in Dublin, Texas, surrounded by the legacy of a life defined by service, dedication, and deep love for his family. Larry was a proud graduate of Texas A&M University, Class of 1972, where he was a member of the Corps of Cadets—an...

Dr. Gregory Hitchcock Greiner, 71, of York, SC went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 13, 2026. Services will be held on Monday April 20th, 2026 at Abiding Presence Lutheran Church, 323 North Congress Street, York, SC. Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. in the John A. Farris Fellowship...

Dr. James Land May 14, 1952 - April 12, 2026 Georgetown, Kentucky - Dr. James "Jim" Franklin Land, 73, of Georgetown, Kentucky, passed away on April 12, 2026. Born in Lexington, Kentucky, on May 14, 1952, Jim spent much of his childhood playing sports and keeping the neighbors on their toes with...

Dr. Melvin “Mel” Phillip Bubrick, 81, retired surgeon, devoted father and loving grandfather passed away peacefully on April 14th 2026 surrounded by his family’s love. He lived a life defined by quiet strength and an enduring commitment to those he loved. For decades, Mel practiced surgery with...

Jim L. Shadid, a beloved Wichita native whose life was marked by warmth, humor, and dedication, passed away peacefully in Wichita, Kansas, on April 12, 2026 with his family and loved ones by his side. Born on November 29, 1937, Jim lived a full and vibrant life, touching the hearts of many with...

In Loving Memory of Dr. Michael B. Jones It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Michael B. Jones, a beloved dentist, devoted family man, and cherished member of the Tehachapi community. For many years, Dr. Jones served the families of Tehachapi with unwavering dedication,...

JoEllen “Jo” Hafner, 69, of Park Rapids, MN passed away Monday, April 13, 2026 at her home. Jo was born October 13, 1956 in Cedar Rapids, IA to Sam and Beth (Yerkes) Leacox. She was raised at Boulder Beach Resort on Potato Lake, owned by her family since 1964. She graduated from Park Rapids High...

Veronica Bobadilla, lovingly known as Vero, was born on January 12, 1977, in Chicago, and she passed away on April 12, 2026. She lived a life defined by courage, devotion, and a spirit that never settled for ordinary. She was the kind of woman who met every day with purpose and turned...

Dr. Darrell R. Boyd, a devoted husband, father, and Papa passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 87 years old. Funeral service will be held at 4pm on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint. Minister Jim Watson...

Dr. Jack Hutton Bishop, Jr., 81, of Oxford, Maryland, passed away on April 13, 2026. Born on July 27, 1944, in Washington, D.C., Jack was the son of Mary Simon Bishop and Jack Hutton Bishop, Sr., and a proud Prince George's County native. He was the grandson of the Honorable Cecil William (CW...

Michael Bruce Wilson DDS, 75, of Fulton, passed away on April 13, 2026, at the Mexico Veteran’s Home. He was born on June 9, 1950, in Mississippi to the late George and Bonnie (Flick) Wilson. On August 19, 2017, he was united in marriage to Joyce (Long) Wilson, who survives at home. Mike...

Thomas Reed February 6, 1948 - April 11, 2026 Thomas R. Reed of San Carlos, Mexico, and Tucson, Arizona, formerly of Monroe, Michigan, passed away on April 11, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Tom was born on February 6, 1948, in Toledo, Ohio, to Frank and Alma (Donarski) Reed. The...

Cary Michael Adams, 82, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at his son's home in the company of his family. Cary is survived by his four children: Mr. Michael Adams, Mr. Steven Adams, Dr. David Adams (Mary Katherine) and Mrs. Laurie Bosshard (Michael). He is also survived by six loving...

Dr. Clark LaChapelle, 90, of Burnsville, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026. Clark was known to so many in Burnsville as a wonderful dentist, but to those who truly knew him, he was so much more. His life's mission was simple and generous: to improve oral health for the people of...

Dr. George Shoup, 88, died Sunday, April 12, 2026, at home. Born in Philadelphia to the late Dr. George D. Shoup, Sr. and Adele Rowsey Shoup, Dr. Shoup was educated locally and graduated from St. Joseph’s Prep. Dr. Shoup won a National Science Foundation Fellowship and studied biology and...

Cary E. Stone passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The family is being cared for by Radzieta Funeral Home.

Dr. Jon Edward Harrison, 89, went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2026, in Round Rock, TX. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Crestview Baptist Church, 2300 Williams Drive., Georgetown, TX. Don Cramer Officiating. Jon was born in Oswego, KS to Robert and Winnifred...

Dr. Brian R. Langowski, a dedicated dentist, age 71, passed away on April 9, 2026 at Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights. Brian was born in Chicago and was a graduate of Loyola University and the University of Illinois-Chicago Dental School. He practiced dentistry for 45 years on...

Dr. John E Kidwell 08/31/1926 - 04/02/2026 KIDWELL, DR. JOHN EDWARD ("PaPa") A deeply devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully at home on April 2, 2026 at the age of 99. PaPa was born on August 31, 1926 in Mineral Wells, Texas. PaPa and his...

Ackermann M.D. FRCS FACS, John R. passed on April 7, 2026. He was born in Cape Town, South Africa, where he was educated at Bishops and the University of Cape Town Medical School. After completing his surgical residency, he was awarded a Wellcome Research Fellowship at St. Mary's Hospital in...

Don Burt Heninger passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026. The family is being cared for by Walker Mortuary - Morgan.

WALSH, Dr. Stephen J. Age 85, formerly of Franklin, Massachusetts and Cape Cod, died on April 2, 2026 in St. Petersburg, Florida, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with Metastatic Melanoma. Born in Newark, New Jersey, on March 24, 1941, to Francis and Christine Drevenak Walsh....

Dr. Peter J. Bartzen passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026. The family is being cared for by Sturino Funeral Home.

Dr. Joseph Lawrence Perry (Perez), Colonel, U.S. Army, retired, died peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at his home in Pensacola, FL, with his loving wife by his side. He was born in Woodbridge, NJ, in 1934, Dr. Perry graduated from St. Mary's High School, then earned a basketball...

Catherine Stevens was a beautiful soul who dedicated her life to dentistry and helping others, always there for anyone in need. She passed away on April 7, 2026, in her home, surrounded by her three children: Jessica Ramirez, Carol Barsh, and Richard Barsh. She is also survived by her seven...

Dr. David Francis Michie, Jr., went home to be with Jesus on Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born September 3, 1933, to David Francis Michie, Sr., and Grace Vivette (Madden) Michie, at the Michie family home in Rawlins, Wyoming. Known as “D.F.” by family and friends, he attended...

Dr. Frederick Louis Whitsell, a devoted husband and father, passed away peacefully in his home on April 10, 2026 in Missoula, MT at the age of 95 1/2. He was born in Emmett, Idaho to Frederick “Freddie” Pratt Whitsell and Garnett “Garnie” Westbrook Whitsell. Lou graduated...

Mission - Dr. William Christen Madsen, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026. Born on February 11, 1943, Bill lived a full and meaningful life marked by service, dedication, and deep love for his family. Bill proudly served his country as a Captain in the United States Army,...

Bryan Laverne Waller passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The family is being cared for by Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home - Sutton.

Heaven just became a little more fun. Carolynn Cate Patenaude passed away surrounded by her loved ones on April 6, 2026, at her home in Spofford. She was a lover of all animals, with an extra soft spot for dogs and her horse, Austin. Her soul dog, Remi, died just a couple weeks before Carolynn....

David J. Sherrick Sep 26, 1946 - Mar 27, 2026 QUEENSBURY - Dr. David J. Sherrick of Queensbury, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27th, 2026, with his wife and daughter by his side. Born on September 26th, 1946, in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, David was the son of the late Frank and Helen...

Benge Robert Daniel, Jr., a beloved husband, father and friend, passed away on April 7, 2026. He was born in Sherman, Texas, on January 1, 1945, to his loving parents, Lorine Everett Daniel and Benge Robert Daniel. Benge's family moved to Lubbock when he was five. As a boy, he loved playing...

Stephen "Steve" Ward Grindall, 78, of Mukilteo, Washington passed away on March 12, 2026. He was born August 16, 1947 in Seattle, the youngest of three children born to Denny Graham Grindall and Mary Jeanne Ward Grindall. Steve grew up in Seattle and spent many formative summers at his family's...

Dr. Donald Gene Smith, affectionately known as “Doc” by all his friends and family passed away on Friday April 10, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Doc was 89 years old, born on September 12, 1936, in Blount County, AL the son of Leonard Smith and Connie Stephens Smith. He was a graduate...

Dr. Jon Edward Harrison, 89, went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2026, in Round Rock, TX. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Crestview Baptist Church, 2300 Williams Drive., Georgetown, TX. Don Cramer Officiating. Jon was born in Oswego, KS to Robert and Winnifred...

Gary Henry Peters D.D.S. passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The family is being cared for by Falvo Funeral Home - Webster.

Peter Samuel Dorenter, 79, passed away on April 9, 2026. Born on October 31, 1946, in Paterson, Peter spent much of his life in New Jersey, living in communities including Fair Lawn, Hackensack, Paterson, and Demarest, before later settling in Boca Raton, Florida. Peter was a devoted father to...

Philip Hagen, 91, of Fargo, ND, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Fargo Elim under the care of Ethos Hospice, surrounded by his family. Philip was born on January 12, 1935, in Fargo, ND, to Arnold and Helen Hagen. He graduated from Pelican Rapids High School and went on to serve in the...

Dr. Gregory Sims Sansom passed away April 7, 2026 after a brief and tragic battle with Glioblastoma. He was surrounded by people that loved him dearly. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah to Donald Clyde Sansom and Barbara Sims, Greg grew up loving all the Wasatch Front has to offer. The mountains were...

Stephen “Steve” Ward Grindall was born on August 16, 1947, in Seattle, Washington. He was the youngest of three children born to Denny Graham Grindall and Mary Jeanne Ward Grindall. Born during the postwar years of World War II, Steve grew up surrounded by family, faith, and a deep sense of...

Dr. Stephen J. Walsh, 85, formerly of Franklin, Massachusetts and Cape Cod, died on April 2, 2026 in St. Petersburg, Florida, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with Metastatic Melanoma. Born in Newark, New Jersey, on March 24, 1941, to Francis and Christine Drevenak Walsh. Steve...

Joseph Bevill Baucum, Jr. was born in Haynesville, Louisiana on September 6, 1937, to Joseph Bevill Baucum, Sr. and Helen Elizabeth Hines Baucum. He was the grandson of Dr. and Mrs. Henry Baucum and the great-nephew of Dr. Arthur Bevill. When he was five years old, his family moved to Longview,...

James Russell Dumas, Jr., D.D.S., went marching into heaven with the saints on Thursday, April 9, 2026, and was met by his parents, Irene Fullilove Watkins Dumas and James Russell Dumas and his brother, Percy Edwin Dumas.  A celebration of James Russell’s life will be held Friday,...

James "Jim" Joseph Kloer passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc.

Richard John “Dick” Taugher passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, at the age of 95 years and 10 months. He was born on May 12, 1930.  He was preceded in death by his high school sweetheart and beloved wife of 65 years, Donna May (Sievers) Taugher. They built a life...

Champaign — After a wonderful life, Dr. Robert R. Keen died April 2, 2026, at age 91, from complications following a septic illness. Bob was born in Parkersburg, W.Va., on Oct. 8, 1934, the son of Bernard Spencer Keen and Marialyce (Lowther) Keen. Bob spent his childhood in Parkersburg. He was an...

Vincent Monroe Hollaren, 83 of Rochester, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026 at Rochester Methodist Hospital with his wife by his side. Vince was born on August 2, 1942 in Worthington, MN to Vincent and Hazel (Whipkey) Hollaren. He graduated from Worthington High School in 1960. He then...