Local Ohio Obituaries
Richard L. Anderson
Aug 12, 2024
Richard L. Anderson, affectionately known to many as a dedicated man of kindness and generosity, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Fairfield Medical Center. He was a man who truly was the essence of selflessness and warm-heartedness throughout his life.
Born on August 8, 1949, Richard L. Anderson led a life filled with love and compassion. His career path...
Dave M. Patchen
Aug 11, 2024
David Michael Patchen, 73, died at his residence on Sunday, August 11, 2024 after a lengthy illness. He was born to Gerard (Jerry) Patchen and Violet (Martha) Cupoli Patchen in Columbus, Ohio and enjoyed his Italian relatives for many treasured years.
Dave is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Lynn Hedges Patchen of 42 years, nieces, nephews, a sister, brother...
Paul E. Sager
Aug 11, 2024
Paul E. Sager, 75, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away at the Embassy of Pickerington on Sunday, August 11, 2024. Paul was born to the late Chester and Anna Francis (Spangler) Sager on November 21, 1948.
He was a 1966 graduate of Liberty Union High School. While in high school, Paul had the privilege of being “Band Manager” for the marching band....
Mark A. Kline (Woodruff)
Aug 11, 2024
Mark A. Kline (Woodruff) was born in Logan, Ohio, on April 15, 1960, to his late parents Mary Jane and Lowell Kline. He passed away on August 11, 2024 at his residence in Baltimore, OH, surrounded by the serenity of home and under the gentle care of FairHope Hospice.
In his professional life, Mark dedicated himself to ensuring the safety and...
Brandon Michael Azbell
Aug 9, 2024
Brandon M. Azbell passed away unexpectedly on August 9th 2024. He was born on September 10th 1991 in Fairfield County at Fairfield Medical Center the son of father, Bernard R Azbell (Rebecca Azbell) of Lancaster, OH and mother, Denise Layne (Rusty Lliff ) of Junction City, OH.
Brandon graduated from Fairfield Union School, class of 2010. He loved to play frisbee...
Evelyn VanCamp
Aug 8, 2024
Evelyn VanCamp of Lancaster, OH passed away on August 8, 2024 at the Pickering House. Evelyn was born in Bayard, NE on June 25, 1942 to the late John Wilber and Shirley (Devore) Willey.
Evelyn met her late husband Paul when he noticed her, and her red Chevy convertible, as she was crossing the street to her teaching position in Scottsbluff,...
Sharon Kay Rager
Aug 6, 2024
Lancaster - Sharon Kay Rager, 80, died late Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at her residence.
Sharon was born on December 2, 1943 in Nelsonville, OH to the late Evelyn and Howard Simonton. She graduated from Lancaster High School. She then married the love of her life David C. Rager on August 19, 1963. He preceded her in death on July 3,...
Louise M. Bradford
Aug 6, 2024
Louise Marie Bradford made her way to be with her Lord and Savior. She was born February 14, 1927 and passed on August 6, 2024. She lived a full, beautiful life filled with faith, family, and music and, those who knew her, lots of humor. In her early life she played and marched in the Lancaster High School Band. Loved...
Mary Ann Temple
Aug 5, 2024
Mary Ann Temple, 96, of Lancaster, passed away on August 5, 2024. She was born to the late Francis and Catherine McCabe in Corning, OH on July 15, 1928.
Mary is survived by her sons, Jeffrey and Ralph Temple; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Monna McCabe .
She is preceded in death by her husband, Walter Temple; siblings, Eugene McCabe,...
Roger McAfee Jr
Aug 4, 2024
Roger McAfee Jr, 52, of Lancaster, OH, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Roger was born May 27, 1972, to Roger Lee Sr and Roseann (Childers) McAfee.
Roger graduated from Hobart Institute of Welding Technology to start a career in welding. He worked as a welder through numerous companies but also had...
Betty J. Spangler
Aug 2, 2024
Betty Jean Spangler, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away on Friday August 2, 2024, at Hospice Care (Morrison House) in Zanesville, Ohio.
Born in Lancaster, Ohio to David Wiseman and Rosa Pittman. Betty was a housewife most of her life, she was always taking care of her son and grandchildren and making sure they had what they needed to...
Louise Joan Kraft
Aug 1, 2024
Louise Joan Kraft, 93, of Lancaster passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 1, 2024. She was born on August 31, 1930, in Lancaster, Ohio.
Joan worked at various restaurants and manufacturing jobs. Later in life she loved to travel, especially with or to visit family and friends. Joan painted porcelain dolls and worked in her garden. Joan also liked...
Jeffrey E. Nye
Jul 29, 2024
Lancaster- Jeffrey E. Nye, 64, was born on St. Patrick’s Day in 1960 and passed away surrounded by his family at Fairfield Medical Center on Monday, July 29th, 2024.
Jeff was a hardworking and dedicated provider who loved his family and would lend a helping hand to others without question.
After high school, he was employed by Anchor Hocking plant 2 as...
Dale Edward Mitchell
Jul 29, 2024
Dale Edward Mitchell passed away at his home peacefully on July 29, 2024 in Maitland, Florida at the age of 94 years old. Dale was born January 1, 1930 in Mt. Perry, Ohio. He joined the US Air Force after high school and served for six years. He later retired from the US Air Force through his service in the...
Hattie Williams
Jul 29, 2024
Hattie Williams 93 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Altercare in Canal Winchester, Ohio. She was born on February 25, 1931 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio to the late George and Eunice Shy.
She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church and enjoyed playing Bingo and playing euchre. Hattie loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Hattie is survived...
Richard C. Persinger
Jul 27, 2024
Richard Crain Persinger 68 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at his residence. He was born to Earl and Margaret Persinger on June 15, 1956. Richard was a painter.
He enjoyed fishing, bonfires and hanging out with his family and friends.
Richard is survived by his wife Myrtle Persinger; daughters, Patricia “Jenny” Persinger, Amy Persinger, Ember (Dustin) Sheets...
Jacqueline R. Banfield
Jul 27, 2024
Jacqueline R. Banfield, 72, of Baltimore Ohio, passed away at Fairhope Hospice Pickering House on Saturday, July 27, 2024. She was born on August 27, 1951, to the late Harold and Pearline (Foutch) Banfield.
If you knew Jacqueline, you knew she loved singing and always sang to her caregivers or housemates. Her favorite songs to sing were Mansion on the Hill...
Paula McClenathan Sprouse
Jul 25, 2024
Paula McClenathan Sprouse, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 25, 2024 at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, Ohio. Paula was born on March 15, 1955, and throughout her life, she touched the hearts of many with her kind spirit and unwavering dedication to helping others.
Paula's career in nursing spanned over 30 years, starting at Riverside...
Sherie Lynn Bomar
Jul 25, 2024
In Loving Memory of Sherie Lynn Bomar
On the 25th of July, 2024, the world lost a true angel, Sherie Lynn Bomar, who passed away in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born on December 19, 1955, and her kind soul touched the lives of many.
Sherie's career as a caregiver was a testament to her compassionate nature. Her willingness to lend a helping...
Henry David Baldwin
Jul 24, 2024
Henry David Baldwin, 88, of Baltimore, OH passed away Wednesday July 24th at Pickering Hospice House. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Henry had many hobbies, he enjoyed making things. He built his home with little help, crafted furniture and various other things. Many would say “if Henry couldn’t fix it, it couldn’t be fixed.” He...
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