Local Ohio Obituaries

Sep 7, 2023

Barbara Sifford Swartz of Lancaster, Ohio passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on September 6, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was born June 27, 1937, to Helene and William Sifford of Lancaster, Ohio.

She graduated from Lancaster High School in 1955 where she was involved in many activities including marching band, orchestra, and concert band....

Sep 6, 2023

Alexander Lee Surratt, beloved infant son of Jennifer Elizabeth West and David Gregory Surratt, Jr. of Canal Winchester, OH passed away at home September 6, 2023, after 26 days of a too brief but infinitely cherished life.

He loved snuggling with his family, was fascinated by classical music and was protected by ever-alert watchdogs Nova and Rambo....

Sep 5, 2023

Brandon Keith Sprague born February 19, 1998, age 25, went home to be with the Lord Jesus peacefully with family by his side on September 5, 2023 at OSU Medical Center after losing his 2-year battle of heart failure.  He was a loving son, brother, and friend to everyone. He was very creative and could make and build anything.  ...

Sep 5, 2023

Nick “Doc” Holliday, 80, of Lancaster, passed away on September 5, 2023 at the Pickering House. He was born on February 21, 1943, son of the late Maxine (Young) and Lloyd Holliday.

He was the owner of Doc’s Place, motorcycle specialist for over four decades. He embraced life, camping, traveling, fishing, mushrooming, 4-wheeling and starting home projects....

Sep 4, 2023

Harold E. Sanders 74 of Columbus, Ohio former resident of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Gordo, Alabama to the late Samuel W. and Erma G. (Porter) Sanders.

He worked on surface wiring in the cable shop for Lucent Technologies with 32 years of service. After retiring...

Sep 3, 2023

Lonnie L. Conkle, Sr. 82 of Lancaster, Ohio went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, September 3, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center with his family by his side.  He was born in Carroll, Ohio to the late John H. Conkle and Doris Cramblit Conkle.

He was a member of Faith Memorial Church for 50 years...

Sep 3, 2023

Michael “Mike” A. McGee 62 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was the owner and operator of Forsythe Floors and later became a lock smith for Pickerington Local Schools with 18 years of service.

Mike was a member of the Lancaster Masonic Lodge...

Sep 2, 2023

Sharon “Sherry” A. Jenkins 75 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at Bickford of Lancaster Assisted Living.  She was born in Newark, Ohio to the late Searle and Elsie McCracken.

She started out at the Baltimore Volunteer Fire Department as a firefighter and paramedic prior to it becoming the Basil Joint Fire District...

Aug 31, 2023

Helen Ilene Guffey, 77 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023, at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born December 15, 1945, to Frank and Nancy (Browning) Messer

She was a home healthcare nurse for numerous years before retiring. She was a member of Victory Hill Church of God. Helen was known to have a green...

Aug 30, 2023

GySgt. Kevin L. Johnson USMC Retired, passed away August 30, 2023. At Mt. Carmel East.  He was born in Columbus, OH on Jan. 4th, 1969. He was a 1987 graduate from Whetstone High School where he excelled at track and field and basketball. He served his country by joining the Marines serving in the Iraq War. He met his...

Aug 30, 2023

Betty Ann Derflinger Wilson, age 76, of Lancaster, passed away on August 30, 2023.

She was born to the late Howard and Agnes Derflinger on November 13, 1946.

Betty graduated from Berne Union High School, Ohio University, and Ohio State University. She taught in the Columbus Public Schools for more than 30 years.

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Aug 29, 2023

In Loving Memory of Phyllis Ann (Cowgill) Nessley

Phyllis Ann Nessley, a cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on August 29th at the age of 78. Born on October 31st, 1944, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Gene Allen Cowgill and Phyllis Maxine Lloyd, she spent her formative years in Indianapolis and Columbus. She later graduated from Walnut...

Aug 26, 2023

E. Darlene Wagner 72 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Wesley Ridge. She was born in Lancaster, Ohio on May 24, 1951 to the late Emerald and Electa Soliday.  She was a graduate of Liberty Union High School Class of 1969.

Darlene was the former owner and operator of Fast Max in...

Aug 26, 2023

Cynthia A. Coakley, age 71 of Lancaster, passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on August 26, 2023.  She was born to the late Sylvester and Marjorie Hiles Bowen on March 27, 1952 in Lancaster, OH.  She greatly enjoyed the rewarding work she did at Crestview Nursing Home, helping others as an STNA.  Cindy was always the life of the...

Aug 24, 2023

Vaughneda (Betz) Willison, 88, of Millersport, passed away on August 25, 2023. She was born to the late Hanley and Neva Betz in Gallipolis, OH on April 27, 1935.

Vaughneda retired from Columbus City Schools and was an avid Ohio State Buckeye fan.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Willison; son, Darrell (Janet) McGinnis;...

Aug 19, 2023

Paul E. Oiler 82 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the Pickering House.

He worked in the construction field.  He worked last at Spires Paving Co.

Paul is survived by his son, Paul A. Oiler of Lancaster; daughters, Tammy Oiler of Lancaster, Tynisha (Rusty Myers) Johnson of Lancaster and Tracy (Dustin)...

Aug 17, 2023

Michael “Mike” D. Jolly, 60 of Lancaster Ohio, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023, at OSU Medical Center. He was born March 11, 1963, to Lloyd and Sonja (Matz) Jolly.

Mike graduated high school and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He was very proud to be a Marine. Mike was an electronic technician for Fairfield...

Aug 14, 2023

Dr. Neil E. Smeck, 82, of Baltimore, passed away on August 14, 2023 at his home with loved ones by his side, after a lengthy battle with dementia.  He was born on July 9, 1941 to the late Dale and Estella Smeck in Lancaster, OH. He was a 1959 graduate of Liberty Union High School, received BS and MS...

Aug 14, 2023

Dr. Neil E. Smeck, 82, of Baltimore, passed away on August 14, 2023 at his home with loved ones by his side, after a lengthy battle with dementia.  He was born on July 9, 1941 to the late Dale and Estella Smeck in Lancaster, OH. He was a 1959 graduate of Liberty Union High School, received BS and MS...

Aug 13, 2023

Norma J. Boyd 92 of Pickerington, Ohio a servant of God, a follower of Jesus passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Main Street Terrace Care Center.

She was born on May 15, 1931 in Baltimore, Ohio to the late John O. Ballmer and Rose M. White Ballmer.

She was a charter member of...