Local Ohio Obituaries

Jan 1, 1970

Gary R. Reef Sr. passed away Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Embassy of Pickerington. He graduated from Liberty Union, class of ’64. Gary proudly served in the USMC for 4 years.

He was a hard worker all his life. He was a very active member at VFW Post 3761, where he served in various capacities including Commander...

Jan 1, 1970

Marilyn Sue Clum, age 82 of Baltimore died at Mt. Carmel East on Sept 19, 2021.  She retired from Victoria Secret Outlet where she was an inventory specialist. Marilyn was an amazing grandmother and mother, who will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her son, Greg Clum; daughter, Kathy Clevenger; granddaughters, Jess (Brad) Drummonds and Angie...

Jan 1, 1970

Ronald G. Edwards, Sr. passed away peacefully Thursday., July 15, 2021. He was born to the late Normand and Lucille Edwards (Goldrick) in Columbus, Ohio.

Ron is survived by his wife, Candee and brother Mike Edwards (Cheryl). Loving father of Karen Edwards, Ronnie Jr. (Emily). Stepfather of Jason Nutter and Kricket Lucus. Proud grandfather of Jordan (Alyssa)...

Jan 1, 1970

James C. Bryant, Ph.D., Vice-President Emeritus of Ohio University, went to be with Our Lord on Friday, April 9th.  Jim would have been 90 on his birthday later in April.  Jim leaves his beloved wife, Jean L. Bryant, his sons Jamie and his wife Jayne Allen Bryant; Matthew; Christopher and his wife Britt Lundgren Bryant; grandchildren Christina...

Jan 1, 1970

Brian Kipling (Kip) Ellwood, passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021. Kip was born November 19, 1960 in Kansas City, MO. He was a 1979 graduate of Lancaster High School. Kip is survived by his brother, Brock and sister-in-law Maggie, and sister Ann, niece Sarah, and nephews Cooper, Colin and Carter.  Kip was preceded in death by his parents, Richard...

Jan 1, 1970

Bruce D. McAtee, age 75 of Lancaster, died Feb. 11, 2021, at home surrounded by family.  He was born to the late Harry and Gertrude Davis McAtee in Piqua, Ohio. The son of a plumber, he acquired no technical skills, which allowed his son to win a 'best design' trophy for a pinewood derby car that appeared to have...

Jan 1, 1970

Danny B. Turley Sr, age 92, of Thurston passed away on February 11th, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. Danny was born to the late Frank and Dorothy Cooperider Turley on January 30th, 1929 in Thurston Ohio.  He was the oldest living resident who was born and raised in Thurston. Danny graduated from Thurston High School in 1947. He was...

Jan 1, 1970

Sharyn nee Carpenter Waugh left the work and worry of the world to rest in peace with the Lord on December 6, 2020 at the age of 73.

She is survived by her husband Don, to whom she was both a wife and soul mate for 55 years; daughters, Tracy (Jim) Justus, Shelly (Sam) Eggleston, and Beth...

Jan 1, 1970

Joseph Anthony Cottrell, Sr., 48, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at the Genesis Perry County Emergency Department, Somerset, Ohio. He was born August 28, 1972 in Lancaster, Ohio. He graduated with a high school diploma and achieved some college. He became a self-employed handyman. He was a part of the Loyal Order of Moose...

Jan 1, 1970

Judy Altier, 80, of Lancaster, passed away on September 26, 2020 with loving family by her side.

Survived by daughters Kim Goodman and Kristan Altier, grandchildren Shawn and Kelly Goodman of Ontario Canada, Samantha and Dan Oana of Pickerington. Kelsey Goodman and Brian Pfister of Pickerington, Abagail Stanley and Kris Ferrell of Lancaster. 11 great grandchildren. Sister...

Jan 1, 1970

Marguerite Gamble of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, September the 12th, at the age of 99. She was married to Dr. Edward H. Gamble, whom she met on the steps of the Library at Ohio University. She was a Proud Bobcat, having graduated from OU (BA in Education). Her husband, three sons, and two grandsons are also graduates...

Jan 1, 1970

On September 5, 2020, Delmer H. Barr entered God's embrace after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Del was born to Ray and Velma Barr and raised in Glenford, OH. He was a 1965 graduate of Sheridan High School and a 1969 graduate of Ohio University. He enjoyed traveling to all 50 states...

Jan 1, 1970

Donna Cody, a longtime resident of Lancaster, Ohio died peacefully in the arms of her Lord on August 12, 2020 at the age of 85. Donna was preceded in death by her parents George Henry King and Donna King and brother, George R. King who died as a POW in the Korean War.

The loved ones grieving...

Jan 1, 1970

Larry L. Stalder, 77, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Thursday, August 20, 2020 at Arbors at Carroll. He was born in Lancaster, Ohio on February 25, 1943 to the late Loyal and Thelma Stalder.

Larry married his beloved wife, Ruth Arlene Stalder on March 1, 1964. They had a long marriage, filled with love for 45 years....

Jan 1, 1970

Katheryn Cook, nee Stepto, 86, of Lancaster and formerly of Thornville, passed away on July 8, 2020. She was born on April 7, 1934 to the late John and Stella Stepto in Marmet, WV.

Katheryn was a long time member of Millersport United Methodist Church. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, and loved to spend time with her family....

Jan 1, 1970

Leota M. Banfield-Geyer, age 87, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on Thursday, July 2, 2020.

She was born to the late Walter B. and Henrietta Y. Slatten in Taylorville, Illinois. Le graduated from Taylorville High School on June 2, 1950 and went on to receive her Nursing Technology degree at Hocking...

Jan 1, 1970

Bernard A. Collins, 85, of Columbus, passed away on May 4, 2020. He was born in 1934 in the state of Connecticut.

Bernard is survived by his sons, John and Michael Collins; nieces, Kathryn Hill, Janie (Jim) McKay, and Heather and Lauren McKay; and best friends C.J. Walls and Cheyanne-his favorite waitress from Waffle House.

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Jan 1, 1970

Brad J. Bible, age 34, of Columbus, OH, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. He was a graduate of Liberty Union High School, and achieved an Associate’s degree at Columbus State University. He worked at Kroger and CVS in Pickerington, Ohio when...

Jan 1, 1970

Dawn Elaine Fink, 47, of Lancaster Ohio died on January 15, 2020 after a long battle with a lot of cancer. I fought as hard as I could, and will miss you while we are apart, but I am relieved to have made it to the other side.

I was preceded in death by my beautiful infant...

Jan 1, 1970

Swisher, Christina Rose 77 of Lancaster, OH originally of Charlerio, PA, was peacefully released from this world in the early evening hours of December 8, 2019.  She was surrounded by her loved ones when her spirit took flight.

Chris grew up in Lancaster, OH and married the love of her life on September 5, 1959.  Chris and...