Brown-Dawson-Flick Funeral Homes

09/30/2025

Nelda S. Ernst

Nelda S. Ernst, age 82 of Greenville, SC passed away at her residence on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Nelda was a long-time resident of Hamilton, OH from the 1970’s until late 2023. Nelda was born in Washington, IN on April 9, 1943, to Cornelius Arvin and Martha (Strange) Arvin. Nelda graduated from Washington (IN) Catholic High School in 1961. Following graduation, she moved to Indianapolis, Indiana where she met her late husband, Robert (Bob) L. Ernst. On April 29, 1967, Nelda and Bob were married in Washington, Indiana. They started their family together in Indianapolis and then later moved to Hamilton to raise their family. Nelda dedicated her life to her family as a loving and supportive wife to Bob for almost 50 years at the time of his death and their two children. Nelda was a devout Catholic as a member of Queen of Peace Church for over forty-five years, often volunteering her time to various parish activities and groups.

Nelda is survived by her son Dave (Emily) Ernst and grandkids (Garrett, AJ, Shelby); daughter Kelli Hodges and granddaughter (Elli Grace); along with her sister Sandra Brown. Nelda was preceded in death by her parents, Cornelius and Martha Arvin; her husband, Bob; and her brother-in-law, Ed Brown.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Queen of Peace Catholic Church 2550 Millville Ave. Hamilton, OH 45013. Visitation will be held prior to the start of mass from 9:00AM – 10:00 AM at Queen of Peace Catholic Church. Private burial will follow at St. Stephen Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 2550 Millville Ave. Hamilton, OH 45013; Badin High School Scholarship Fund 571 New London Rd., Hamilton, OH 45013; Joe Nuxhall Scholarship Foundation c/o Fairfield Community Foundation 5350 Pleasant Ave., Fairfield, OH 45014.

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09/29/2025

Geraldine Langdon

Geraldine A. Langdon, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Geraldine was born in Caribou, Maine on August 22, 1938 to Glenwood Doody and Elanor (McPhee) Doody. She grew up on a potato farm and loved telling stories about her life on the farm. Geraldine enjoyed reading, traveling, cooking, gospel music and going to church. She loved playing cards and spending time with her family and friends.

Geraldine is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Parsley; sons, David (Ruby) Langdon and Mark Langdon; grandchildren, Staci Parsley and Casey (Christina) Parsley; great-granddaughter, Emily Parsley; sister, Arlene McClure; brothers, Dale Doody and Vaughn Doody; and numerous other relatives and friends. Geraldine was preceded in death by her parents, Glenwood and Elanor Doody; her husband of 29 years, Gusta Langdon; son-in-law, Mark Parsley; and 7 brothers and sisters.

Funeral service will be held at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 1350 Millville Ave., Hamilton, Ohio on Friday, October 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Steven Botts officiating. Burial will follow at Millville Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 3, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home. Memorial contributions can be made to Berean Baptist Church in Middletown, Ohio.

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09/29/2025

09/27/2025

John K. Wayne

John K. Wayne, age 89, of Hamilton, Ohio passed away peacefully at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

John was born on April 13, 1936, in Richwood, West Virginia, to Kelly Wayne and Maudie Grace (Vannoy) Wayne. He graduated from Virginia Tech University and went on to serve his country honorably in the United States Army. After his service, John built a long and successful career as a Mechanical Engineer at GE Aviation, retiring in 1999.

John’s passion for aviation extended well beyond his professional life—he built and flew three homebuilt airplanes, a testament to his skill, determination, and love of flight.

On October 7, 1961, John married the love of his life, Judy. Together they built a strong, lasting partnership grounded in love, faith, and mutual respect. Their marriage of almost 64 years was a true testament to devotion—not only to one another, but to the family they raised and cherished. John was a steady, determined presence who found his greatest joy in the family he so dearly loved.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kelly and Maudie Grace Wayne. He is survived by his beloved wife, Judy Wayne; his three sons, John Wayne, Jeff Wayne, and Jim Wayne; and his cherished grandchildren: Sarah Carnes, Michael Wayne, Nick Wayne, Isaac Wayne, Allison Wayne, Rachel Wayne, and Luke Wayne.

John will be remembered for his sharp mind, resolute strength, and unwavering love for his family and aviation. His legacy lives on in the skies he loved and in the hearts of all who knew him.

A private burial will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

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09/26/2025

Are you, or someone you know, having a difficult time dealing with grief after the loss of a loved one? Dr. Alan Wolfelt, a noted grief counselor, author, and educator states "our grief journeys are as unique as we are. In life, everyone grieves. But their grief journeys are never the same. Despite what you may hear, you will do the work of mourning in your own special way. Be careful about comparing your experience with that of other people."
Brown-Dawson-Flick Funeral Home offers grief support through our weekly group meetings or individual grief support. Call the funeral home at (513) 895-5412 for information about how we may be able to assist you on your grief journey.

09/25/2025

Nora Hartman

Nora G. Hartman, age 86 of Hamilton, went to her heavenly home and was reunited with the love of her life, her husband Vernon, on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Nora was born in Harlan County, Kentucky on August 5, 1939 to Arnold Angel and Lofamia (Brock) Angel. She loved her family and her dog, Buttons, with a passion. Nora enjoyed cheering on her favorite sports teams; The Ohio State Buckeyes, the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cincinnati Reds. She enjoyed the simple things in life such as sitting on her back patio with a cup of coffee, admiring her flower garden and watching the hummingbirds.

Nora is survived by her children, Cindi (John) Bowman, Vern (Connie) Hartman III, Wendy (Mark) Tuttle and Nicole (Arnold Duncan) Thomas; grandchildren, Andrea (John), Justin (Leslie), Ashley (Cody), Austin (Briana), Storm (Blaine), Arnold III, Kayla and Gracie; great-grandchildren, Justin, Lindsey, Skyelar, Railynn, Lilli, Starrla, Angel, Sophia, River, Olivia, Brooks, Akira, Ada, Brynlee, Nash, Lottie and Alexia; siblings, Judy Philpot and Roger Angel; her in-laws, Joy (Bucky) Hall, Janet (Ronnie) Reliford and Joe (Debbie) Hartman; several loving nieces and nephews; special friends, Gary and Kay Short; and her loving church family. Nora was preceded in death by her parents, Arnold and Lofamia Angel; her husband of 65 years, Vernon Hartman; siblings, LG, James, Art, Deanie, Irene and Jo Carol; and her grandson, Tyler Tuttle.

Funeral service will be held at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 1350 Millville Ave., Hamilton, Ohio, on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM with Pastor Alan Weaver officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Cincinnati, ASAN (Autistic Self Advocacy Network) or the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation.

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09/25/2025

Lisa Kaye House

Lisa Kaye House, age 61 of Trenton, passed away surrounded by family and friends on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Lisa was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 13, 1964 the daughter of Richard and Carol Lawson. Lisa attended New Miami Schools and graduated from Preble Shawnee in 1981. She worked at Champion Paper Company for many years. On August 20, 2003, she married the love of her life, Darrell House. Lisa enjoyed being social, watching the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cincinnati Reds and enjoyed camping and cooking. She was a member of Brown’s Chapel Church and of the Eastern Star.

Lisa is survived by her husband of 22 years, Darrell House; her parents, Carol and Rick Caton & Dick and Maisie Lawson; her step-son, Cody House; her in-laws, George and Josie House; her sister-in-law, Melissa House; nieces and nephews; her dear friends, Wanda, Donna and Becky; and many cousins. Lisa was preceded in death by her grandparents, aunts and uncles.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 1350 Millville Ave., Hamilton, Ohio and on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00AM. Funeral service will be held at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Donald Pierce and Pastor Dean Van Winkle officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park.

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09/24/2025

Brown-Dawson-Flick Funeral Home
September Employee Profile – KYLE HUTCHINSON, Funeral Director

Originally from the South Carolina Lowcountry, Kyle Hutchinson has been a dedicated member of the Brown Dawson Flick team since March of 2020. As a licensed funeral director and embalmer, Kyle brings compassion, thoughtfulness, and attention to detail to every family that he serves.

In addition to his work as a funeral director, Kyle serves as a nondenominational funeral celebrant, crafting personalized ceremonies that honor the beliefs, values, and stories of each family. He is also deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of funeral service professionals, sharing his knowledge and experience to help shape a field deeply rooted in empathy, compassion and professionalism.

Kyle is a graduate of the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, class of 2008. He also studied for several years in Gdansk, Poland. He resides in Hamilton with his wife, Becky, and together they are active members of the Hopedale Unitarian Universalist Community in Oxford.

09/23/2025

Elmer Lee Scarth

Elmer Lee Scarth, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Elmer was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 21, 1932 to Roy and Lucille (Geisler) Scarth. Elmer was a master brick mason and beloved member of the Hamilton community. Known for his craftsmanship, dedication, and humble spirit, he helped build countless homes throughout the region, leaving behind a legacy quite literally set in stone. Over the years, his reputation as a skilled and dependable bricklayer grew, earning him the respect of homeowners, builders, and fellow tradespeople alike. His work was more than a profession—it was a passion he proudly shared with his son, with whom he started a family business that continued to serve the Hamilton area for years to come.

After his retirement, Elmer worked at Rose Chevrolet where he was a courtesy driver, taking customers to their next destination. Elmer thoroughly enjoyed people’s company and being able to share his knowledge of Hamilton with them.

Elmer is survived by his son, Don Scarth; his grandchildren, Andrew Scarth and Jenna (Brandon) Cole; his great-grandchildren, AJ and Maggie Cole; and his daughter-in-law, Linda (Ron) James. Elmer was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Lucille Scarth; his wife, Barbara Scarth; his wife, Diane Scarth; his daughter, Tami Scarth; and his siblings.

Elmer will be laid to rest at Rose Hill Burial Park next to his first wife, Barbara.

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09/22/2025

Jewels Pennington

Jewels E. Pennington, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Jewels was born in Hazard, Kentucky on August 21, 1947 to Eldon Pennington and Edith (Sturgill) York. He loved the Lord, his family and his precious dog, Angel. Jewels graduated from New Miami High School in 1966 and went on to work at Champion Paper Company for over 30 years, where he was known as “Big G”. After Champion closed its doors, he worked at Tom’s Cigar Store until their closing, and he went on to retire from Walmart. Jewels was an avid sports enthusiast who loved the Cincinnati Reds and Kentucky Wildcat Basketball. He enjoyed fishing, spending time with his grandchildren and reading the Bible. Jewels was known for his humor and telling people about the Lord.

Jewels is survived by his wife of 60 years, Cynthia Rhodis-Pennington; children, Kimberly Price and Brian (Ranae) Pennington; grandchildren, Robb (Amy), Brianna, Tyler, Jordan and Katrina; great-grandchildren, Destiny, Ariana, Zander, Parker and Eloise; special aunt, Kathleen; his beloved pets, Angel, Munch, OC, JackJack, and Boo; and numerous other relatives and friends. Jewels was preceded in death by his parents, Eldon Pennington and Edith York; siblings, Paul and Lisa; and his son-in-law, David.

Graveside service will be held at Hickory Flat Cemetery, 4464 Morganthaler Road, Hamilton, Ohio, on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM with Rev. Wendell Coning officiating. A celebration of life will immediately follow the graveside service at The Carriage House, 131 Village Street, Hamilton, Ohio 45011.

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