Local Ohio Obituaries

Apr 25, 2023

Betty Butler, 84, of Pickerington passed away peacefully at home on April 25, 2023.

Betty Lucille (Wickem) Butler was born June 24, 1938 in Coshocton, Ohio the daughter of the late Burt and Beatrice (Moffatt) Wickem. She married the late Tom Butler on February 1, 1957.

Betty most enjoyed being surrounded by her family, but...

Apr 25, 2023

Barbara Jean “BJ” Arledge, age 80, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2023 peacefully at OSU Wexner Medical Center.

She loved spending time with all of her family, and friends. But she cherished the time with her grandchildren, and her fur baby the most.

Barbara is survived by her loving husband Larry Arledge;...

Apr 20, 2023

Donna Jean Sinift, 73, of Lancaster, passed away on April 20, 2023 at her residence. She was born to the late Jonathan and Wanda Burgoon on November 14, 1949.

Donna loved the Lord and was a member of New Life Christian Center for over 40 years.

She is survived by her husband, Larry Sinift; children,...

Apr 16, 2023

Joseph "Joe" R. Jackson 74 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was a Vietnam veteran serving as a Sergeant in the US Marine Corps. and following his military career retired from the Massillon Fire Department with 25 years of service. He then worked for the...

Apr 16, 2023

Lancaster - Stacey J. Clemons, 40, passed away at her home on Sunday, April 16, 2023.

Stacey loved her family, and friends, with her whole heart. She was taken too soon.

She is survived by her husband Christopher Lee Clemons; children Takaiya Kaylee Clemons and Mayson Christopher Clemons; parents Larry Taylor and Shelley (Nihiser) Mauger;...

Apr 14, 2023

Ron L. Fair, age 75 of Logan, Ohio passed away peacefully on April 14, 2023.

Ron was born on February 11, 1948 in Columbus, OH to the late Carl Fair and Gladys White. Ron was a hard-working machine and forklift operator most of his career. Ron loved gardening, making flower arrangements, automobiles, and cheering on the Ohio...

Apr 14, 2023

Junction City - Bonnie J. Eck, 78, died Friday, April 14, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center.

Bonnie is survived by her children Kimberly (John) Kougher, Richard (Rachelle) Bigham, Jr., Chip (Michele Starkey) Eck, and Becky (Terry Blankenship) Bigham; twelve grandchildren; and eleven great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 44 years...

Apr 11, 2023

James Edward Daubenmire, age 96, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2023 with his family at his side.

Born in Lancaster, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Patty Sells Daubenmire, his parents Ernest and Mildred (Manning) Daubenmire, brother, Bill Daubenmire, brothers-in-law Duke and Bill Sells and in-laws Bob and...

Apr 9, 2023

William “Bill” Morgan, 73, of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023.  He was born in Saginaw, Michigan on October 11, 1949.  Bill graduated from New Trier East High School in Chicago and attended Northern Illinois University where he was tri-captain of the soccer team.

He spent many years as a counselor for Richland County...

Apr 8, 2023

Richard “Dick” A. Benadum 93 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He started his printing career working under his father, Earl Benadum at North End Press in 1941.  He then took over the family business in 1985 and owned and operated the business until turning over to his two...

Apr 5, 2023

Raymond “Dale” Raines, age 81, formerly of Liberty Center, OH and most recently of Lancaster, OH, peacefully passed away early Wednesday morning, April 5, 2023 at the Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio.  He was born in Vicars, West Virginia on December 21, 1941 to the late Raymond Raines and Gail (Presley) Raines.

He graduated from Walton High...

Apr 4, 2023

Rodney Lee Childers 62 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at his residence.

He graduated from Bloom Carroll High School where he also played basketball. He was a carpenter for Suncraft Decks with 15 years of service.

Rodney loved gardening and football including watching the OSU Buckeyes and the Cleveland Browns....

Apr 3, 2023

Ruth Valentine, 97, of Lancaster, passed away on April 3, 2023. She was born to the late Clarence and Laura Krile in Sugar Grove on January 8, 1926.

Ruth was a 1944 graduate of Berne Union and attended Trinity Lutheran Church in Sugar Grove.

She is survived by her daughters, Marcella (Dave) Lape and Sherry...

Mar 31, 2023

Steve Greiner 72 of Canal Winchester, Ohio went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, March 31, 2023. He was born to the late Harold “Nip” and Vivian Greiner in Lancaster, Ohio.

Steve’s working career led him to the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy, and then onto sales.  He worked for Mid-State...

Mar 31, 2023

Lancaster - John W. Ridenour, 74, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2023 at Buckeye Care and Rehab after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

John graduated from Berne Union High School in 1967. He served in the US Army Special Forces.

John is survived by his wife Mary Elizabeth (Finck) Ridenour; children...

Mar 31, 2023

Richard E. Mattox, 87, of Reynoldsburg, was called home with the Lord Friday, March 31, 2023.

Richard was born in Lancaster, Ohio, June 21, 1935 to Earl and Nola (Woodgeard) Mattox. Richard was an avid member of the community, having served in the US Army, and was a 60-year member of the Masonic Lodge, York Rite, and...

Mar 28, 2023

James G. Spitzer 91 of Pickerington, Ohio former resident of Baltimore, Ohio went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 in his home surrounded by family. He was born on September 9, 1931 to the late Oscar and Goldie Spitzer.

He was a US Naval Reservist during the Korean Conflict and attended the Ohio...

Mar 27, 2023

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our dear mother, Isabelle “Liz” Justice. She left this world at the age of 80. She passed away at her home in Millersport, Ohio on March 27 at 10:15 AM.

Originally from Pueblo, Colorado, she is survived by her husband of 39 years, Charles R. Justice; children, Geno, Sandy,...

Mar 26, 2023

John C. Roe, 82, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. He was born to the late Mervin and Della Roe on February 25, 1941 in Columbus, OH.

John enjoyed playing the drums, piano, and guitar. He also liked to shoot pool and attend antique car shows.

He...

Mar 24, 2023

Teresa E. Laughlin 78 of Crooksville, Ohio passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023 at Genesis Hospital, Zanesville, Ohio.

She was a member of Iliff United Methodist Church in Crooksville, Ohio.  She enjoyed cooking, flowers (Roses) and spending time with her family.

Teresa is survived by her husband of 32 years, Delbert E. Laughlin; daughter,...