Local Ohio Obituaries

Jan 28, 2023

Claren Ainsworth Thomas, 94, died peacefully of natural causes at Crestview, Lancaster. Born near Carey, Ohio on his family’s farm to loving parents, Ralph and Susan Elsie (Stahl) Thomas. He was the beloved husband of the late Frances Marshall Thomas; cherished father to Kristine Thomas of Renton, Washington, Julia (Ben) Sweazy and the late Ellen Cook; dear father-in-law of...

Jan 28, 2023

Velma Charlotte Clevenger, 103, of Lancaster, passed away on January 28, 2023 at Crestview Care and Rehab. She was born to the late Cam and Alta Keen on April 17, 1919.

Velma is survived by her son, James Clevenger.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Clevenger; siblings, Ella Catherine Keen; Lillie Sylvania...

Jan 28, 2023

Patricia Ann Farmer, 83, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center.

Patricia was one of eleven children. She was born to Alfred and Alice (Staten) Montavon on March 11, 1939 in Portsmouth, OH. Patricia loved antique collecting, gardening and was an avid animal lover but most of all she loved spending time with her...

Jan 27, 2023

On January 27, 2023 our Lord opened His doors for Scott Eugene Hicks. Born August 11, 1968. Scott is a graduate of Amanda Clear Creek High School, class of 1986. He received his Masters in Business from ITT Technical Institute, Columbus, OH. Scott enjoyed time with his family, friends, and his fur companion, a cat named Honey Bun.

Jan 27, 2023

Betty L. Handshey, age 75 of Lancaster, died Jan 27th, 2023 at the Pickering House. She was born to the late Hal and Stase Lemezyte Ledford in Germany.  She worked for Archer-Meek-Weiler Ins. and then was an owner and operator of Easy Towing with her husband, Mark Handshey for over 25 years.  Halloween was Betty’s favorite holiday. She enjoyed...

Jan 27, 2023

Janet Schrader, 74, of Lancaster and formerly Logan, OH, passed away on January 26, 2023 at the Fairfield Medical Center. She was born to the late Hobart and Faye Tisdale in Laurelville, OH on September 13, 1948.

Janet retired after working 35 years at Smead Manufacturing. She enjoyed being outdoors, gardening, and loved her family.

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Jan 24, 2023

Kevin A. Dailey, 72, of Middleport, Ohio, previously of Lancaster and Rushville, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. He was born August 9, 1950, to the late Howard and Roberta Dailey in Gallipolis, Ohio. Kevin was proud of many accomplishments and affiliations in his life Among those are: began firefighting in 1978, retired as Fire Chief at Richland...

Jan 24, 2023

Richard "Dick" Blaine Miskell, 85, passed away on January 24, 2023 in Circleville, OH. He was born on May 27, 1937 in Fairfield County to Ray and Eliza (Ropp) Miskell. Dick was a 1955 graduate of Amanda High School. He retired from the Anchor Hocking Corporation with more than 25 years of service.

He is survived by...

Jan 22, 2023

James E. Shadd family tragically and suddenly lost a husband, father and grandfather at age 65.  He was of Lancaster, Ohio.

He was a retired Master Volkswagen Technician and later worked as an aircraft mechanic for Fairfield Aircraft Services.  Jim was a private pilot, avid record collector, antique collector of many special items including clocks, cars, Victrolas,...

Jan 21, 2023

Thomas “Gregg” Greggory Brown, age 75, died Jan. 21, 2023 in Atlanta, GA where he was living with his daughter, Myana.  He was born Nov. 19, 1947 to the late Thomas J. and Malva S. Brown in Lancaster, OH.  Gregg graduated from Lancaster High School in 1965 where he was a standout athlete in football, baseball, and track.  He...

Jan 21, 2023

Lancaster - Kenneth “Dick” Baker, age 85, passed away on January 21, 2023.

He was born on May 30, 1937, in Lancaster to Kenneth E. and Minerva (Bounds) Baker. Kenneth was a 1955 graduate of Lancaster High School. He retired from Anchor Hocking after 41 1⁄2 years as a machinist. Kenneth was a faithful Ohio State football...

Jan 19, 2023

Tiya A. (LeFever) Carpenter 55 of Lancaster, Ohio went to be with her Lord and Savior while her mother was singing Peace Peace Wonderful Peace along with her best friend Joy Roshon was there also.  She passed on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at her residence.

She enjoyed shopping, jewelry making, and flower arranging and loved kids.

Jan 19, 2023

Leland ‘Lee” Perry Bugbee, follower of Christ, proud US Air Force veteran, lover of donuts, southern gospel music and the Ohio State Buckeyes, passed on to his heavenly reward on Thursday, January 19, 2023.

Lee was born in Conneaut, Ohio, May 1, 1941, to Irving and Lillian (Robbins) Bugbee. Lee joined the United States Air Force upon...

Jan 19, 2023

Barbara Ellen Nichols, age 70, of Lancaster finished her journey and went to be with the love of her life on Thursday, January, 19 2023 at her residence. She was a 1971 graduate of Lancaster High School. Barb went on to attend Hocking School of Nursing where she graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Later she would...

Jan 19, 2023

Cathy Markwood Glenn, age 64 of Lancaster, died January 19th, 2023 at The Pickering House.  She was born to the late Harold and Mildred Cole Markwood on June 4, 1958 in Lancaster.  Cathy worked for Fairfield Federal for 45 years enjoying and learning each and every aspect of banking.  Cathy watched the OSU Buckeyes, wondered beaches, and loved more...

Jan 18, 2023

Burton Hobson 85 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at the Ganzhorn Suites Specialized Memory Care in Powell, Ohio.

He was a US Army veteran and a retired machinist for National Can Company.

Burton is survived by; son, Burton (Rhonda) Hobson; daughters, Margaret (Raymond) Robinson and Joyce (Brian) Kemmerly; grandsons, David...

Jan 13, 2023

Leslie Matthews, age 66 of Lancaster, died January 13, 2023.  She was born to the late Donald and Jane Spence Walker in Logan, OH on April 2, 1956.  She was a wonderful mother and wife who had an amazing work ethic, proven after working for 47 years at Smead Manufacturing.  Leslie’s personality and love for life will be greatly...

Jan 12, 2023

Alberta B. Elkins, age 96 of Lancaster died on January 12th, 2023 at her residence.  She was born to the late William and Bertha (Miller) Jackson in Columbus, Ohio on December 20, 1926.  She retired from the offices at Eastern Oil, was a past member of several organizations including the Gahanna Community Congregation Church, the University Chapter of Eastern...

Jan 11, 2023

Todd “The Legend” Alton Mosher, 36, of Stoutsville, passed away on January 11, 2023 at Grant Medical Center. He was born on September 4, 1986 to Terry Mosher and Tawnya (Carroll) Mosher in Lancaster, OH.

Todd was the life of the party. He was an amazing father and husband. He cared about everyone and would...

Jan 10, 2023

Bill Hackler, Sr. 83 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at his residence.

He was a retired truck driver for the Teamsters Local #413 for 28 years.

Bill is survived by his wife of 60 years Ruth Hackler; son Bill Hackler, Jr.; six grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and a sister Martha Rose...