Local Ohio Obituaries

Mar 12, 2016

Mary M. Reid, age 61 of Lancaster, died March 12th, 2016 at the Pickering House. She was born on September 25th, 1954 to the late Richard and Alice Harrah Podelco. Mary raised four children, and was an exceptional mother who had a talent of making candy of all kinds. She also enjoyed collecting anything that involved cows. Mary will...

Mar 8, 2016

Melanie Beth Rose, 63, of Lancaster, passed away at her home on Tuesday, March 8, 2016.

She had a strong love of her family and a compassionate heart.

Melanie is survived by her mother, Emmie Rose; sisters, Deborah (Tim) Linkhorn, Rebecca (John) Anderson, Tracy Immel, Kelly (Mark) Funk; brothers, Warren (Beth) Rose and Mark (Vangie)...

Mar 8, 2016

Martha B. Carroll 77 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at her residence. She was born in Lancaster, Ohio on January 27, 1939 to the late Joseph and Ivy Thornton Gehard. She had worked for Anchor Hocking Glass Corp. in the sleur dept. Martha is survived by her daughters, Pamela (Tom) Renko of Lancaster, Ohio and Marsha...

Mar 6, 2016

William “Bill” E. Landis, Sr. 80 of Logan, Ohio passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2016 at Grant Medical Center. He was born in Baltimore, Ohio on March 27, 1935 to the late Lucian and Gladys (Shell) Landis. He was a carpenter and a member of Union United Methodist Church. William is survived by his daughters, Paula (Bob) Tschopp...

Mar 5, 2016

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Rollo McCoy III, 46, of Lancaster, passed away at his home on Saturday, March 5, 2016.

Rollo was a big hearted, teddy bear who loved his family and friends . He also loved animals especially his dog, Bambi. Rollo is survived by his wife, Tina S. McCoy; sisters, Pamela Sue Smith, Cynthia Lou Sellards,...

Mar 2, 2016

Gene H. Steeves, age 55 of Crooksville, died in an automobile accident on Wednesday, March 2nd, 2016. He was born in Mora, MN on July 29th, 1960 to George and Sharon Sundstrom Steeves. Gene was a drill Instructor for 13 years in the US Marines and was currently a Junior at Ohio University working on his Civil...

Mar 1, 2016

Wanda Irene Comer, 89, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016.

Wanda was born June 25, 1926, to the late Virgil and Martha DeLong. She was a 1944 graduate of Thurston High School and a member of Gloryland Church of the Nazarene. Wanda and her husband, Cecil spent many years in Ft. Lauderdale,...

Feb 28, 2016

Kay E. Hubbard, age 68, of Thornville died peacefully at home Sunday, February 28, 2016.

Survived by husband, Pat; stepsons, Jeff (Kim) and Jeremy (Janna); sister, Carol (Gary) Simpson; brother, Gary Kimble.

Preceded in death by father, Aaron Kimble; mother, Vera Mercer.

Visitation Friday 2-6 pm at Johnson-Smith Funeral Home, 207 S. Main...

Feb 27, 2016

Reginald R. Pryor "Reggie", age 93 of Lancaster, died on February 27th, 2016 at the Pickering House. He was born to the late, Preston and Grace Pryor on April 9th, 1922 in Lansing, MI. Sgt Pryor served his country in WWII in the US Army Air Core. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Rotary, and...

Feb 26, 2016

William E. Huffman, age 71 of Pickerington, died February 26th, 2016 at his residence. William was born to the late, Emery and Mary Hessler Huffman, in Columbus on December 30th, 1944. William retired from SBC and then started his second career that he thoroughly enjoyed, as a Humane Officer. He enjoyed helping people and animals alike, and will greatly be...

Feb 26, 2016

Lilyon I. Johnson 80 of Columbus, Ohio passed away Friday, February 26, 2016 at Wexner Rehabilitation Center. She was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Parthenia Chapter O.E.S. #124, Pythian Sisters, Baltimore VFW Post 3761 Ladies Auxiliary and Past President. Lilyon is survived by her high school sweet heart of 61 years, Bill Johnson; sons, Mike (Chrissy) Johnson...

Feb 26, 2016

Marvin L. Downard III, of Baltimore, died on February 26th, 2016 at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born to the late Marvin L. and Margaret Coble Downard II in Thurston, on February 26, 1962. Marvin was a truck driver who loved anything to do with Semis and Dump Trucks. He enjoyed Nascar and loved spending time...

Feb 24, 2016

Marian K. Turner, age 78, of Lancaster, formerly of Circleville, died February 24th, 2016 at Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born to the late Carlon C. and Vivian Slaughter Richter on February 25th, 1937 in Chillicothe. Marian retired as a teacher at Brooks-Yates and Director of the Pickaway Co. Workshop, always helping those less fortunate. She volunteered on...

Feb 23, 2016

Ernest “Ernie” David Lukens 83 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on August 16, 1932 in Jewett, Ohio to the late Ernest and Lina Lukens. He was a US Army veteran and a graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He was a retired school teacher for the Lancaster High...

Feb 23, 2016

Leslie L. Dufner, 94, of Lancaster, passed away away at his home on Tuesday, February 23, 2016.

Leslie was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church. He retired from Columbia Gas after many years of service. He was also a big fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Leslie is survived by his wife of 70 years,...

Feb 16, 2016

Joseph R. Oslanzi 68 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at Fairfield Medical Center. He worked in the shipping department of Lancaster Electro Plating having 32 years of service and later worked for the Fairfield District Library for 10 years. He was a Vietnam veteran serving in the US Navy. Joseph was a member of St. Peter’s...

Feb 16, 2016

Charles W. "Chuck" Smith, 84, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2016, at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on September 21, 1931, in Ross County to the late Londis and Lucy (Null) Smith. In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his brothers, Rodney, Willard "Bill", Art, and Ray; and his sister, Claris. He is survived...

Feb 16, 2016

James E. Roush, age 81 of Pickerington, died at his residence on February 16th, 2016. He was born on February 12, 1935 in Vinton, OH to the late Burl Roush and Mary Clair Jackson. James retired from Cap and Associates and previously worked at M & P Construction, A & P Bakery, and Colonial Stores "Albers Grocers". James served...

Feb 14, 2016

Robert J. Arnold 89 of Lancaster, Ohio died Sunday, February 14, 2016 at Carriage Court. He was born on February 21, 1926 in New Lexington, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy (nee Mason July 9, 1992); father, Samuel W. Arnold (July 29, 1953); mother, Evelyne F. (nee Ansel) Miller April 13, 1978; step- father, Mark K....

Feb 11, 2016

Timothy Lee Baker, 51, of Baltimore, passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2016.

Timothy worked for over 30 years at Kingy’s Pizza Pub. Timothy was a born again Christian and he drew comfort and strength from his faith.

He is survived by his mother, Marie Sagraves, brother, Jerry (Moriah) Baker; sister, Erica Conkins; nieces and...