Local Ohio Obituaries

Glenn Everette Bader

Aug 10, 2021

Glenn Everette Bader, age 86 of Baltimore passed away surrounded by family on August 10, 2021.  He was born in Liberty Twp. on Aug 27, 1934 to the late Harley F. and Edna M. Miller Bader.  He was a maintenance technician at Kal Kan Foods and was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ. Farming was his passion. ...

William "Bill" A. Griffith

Aug 9, 2021

William “Bill” A. Griffith 66 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021 at the Pickering House. He was owner and operator of Griffith Roofing.  He was a good welder and party with his friends.

Bill is survived by his brothers, Charles Curtis Griffith, Ronald Willis Griffith and Brian Scott Holschuh; sisters, Catherine “Babe” Griffith...

Joshua B. Conley

Aug 8, 2021

Joshua B. Conley, 38, of Thornville, passed away at the OSU Wexner Medical Center on August 8, 2021.

Josh was a loving father and husband. He had an impact on everyone he met, and was loved by many people. Josh was a kind person and helped those less fortunate than himself. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, nature, and...

Deborah Ann (Farra) Rhodeback

Aug 7, 2021

Deborah Ann Rhodeback 67 of Groveport, Ohio passed away Saturday, August 7, 2021 at Wexner Heritage House in Columbus, Ohio.

She worked at the Sycamore Kroger in the Brewer District for 43 years in the produce department and was still working very hard in her department.

Deborah attended Pickerington Church of Christ, loved her children...

Jeffrey L. Hicks

Aug 6, 2021

Jeffrey L. Hicks 66 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, August 6, 2021 at Bickford Assisted Living.

He retired from Diamond Power and Specialty Co. with 43 years of service.  Jeffrey was a big time bowler and softball player, loved the Ohio State Buckeyes football and traveling.

Jeffrey is survived by his wife of...

Elsie L. (Tucker) Friesner

Aug 4, 2021

Elsie L. (Tucker) Friesner 86 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at her residence.

Elsie was very dedicated to her family, along with her being a longtime employee of Hart Schaffner and Marx and Ricart.  She ended her working career at age 84 working at TJ Max.  She enjoyed OSU Football and spending...

Christy Elaine (Cottrill) Miller

Aug 4, 2021

Christy Elaine (Cottrill) Miller, of Lodi and formerly of Logan passed away on August 4, 2021 at her residence. She was born in Nelsonville to the late Helen and Virgil Nichols on July 8, 1958.

Christy is survived by her children, Wendi Reed and Jeromy Cottrill; grandchildren, Laurissa (Gage) Shahan, Jamie (Nick) Spencer, Kylee Cottrill, Serenity Cottrill,...

David Noland

Jul 31, 2021

David Paul Noland, 78, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on July 31st from cancer at the Pickering House.

David was born in Washington County to the late Lawrence and Margaret Noland. He had five brothers and five sisters. He has five Children – Jason, Melissa, Stephanie, April, and Jeremy; and sixteen grandchildren.

A funeral service...

James Cathey

Jul 30, 2021

James Cathey, of Lancaster, passed away on July 30, 2021 in Lancaster, OH. He was a veteran of the United States Military.

Funeral arrangements are being handles through the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 405 N. Columbus St., Lancaster, OH, 43130.

Dorothy Hagerty Booth

Jul 30, 2021

Dorothy Hagerty Booth, age 100 years, of McArthur, Ohio, went to be with her Lord on July 30, 2021.

She was born in Vinton County on December 26, 1920, to the late Andrew Joseph Hagerty and Bessie Molihan Hagerty.  She studied Education at Rio Grand College, and was approached in the library one day during...

Katie Elizabeth (McKibben) Coates

Jul 29, 2021

Katie Elizabeth (McKibben) Coates passed away on July 29, 2021, during an unfortunate accident while on vacation with her husband and his family. She was 33 years old.

Katie was born on April 11, 1988, to Craig and Robin McKibben in Defiance, Ohio.  She was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Defiance. True to her...

John "Mike" Adams

Jul 27, 2021

John “Mike” Adams, age 73, went to be with his Lord on July 27th, 2021. He was born to the late John and Barbara Ann (Fagan) Adams on February 13th, 1948. He was a devout Catholic and attended St. Marks and was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. He worked at Anchor Hocking for 15 years as...

Peggy Ann (Reynolds) Miller

Jul 26, 2021

Peggy Ann Miller, age 73 of Baltimore, Ohio died July 26, 2021 at her residence.  She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on January 9th, 1948 to the late Frank and Blanche Reynolds.  She was a Lifetime member of the VFW Women's Auxiliary and a member of Trinity United Church of Christ. Peggy was a beautician and was a...

Jeff Gourlay

Jul 23, 2021

Jeff Gourlay 56 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 23, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on October 8, 1964 to the late David and Lola Gourlay.

He was a a software developer at H&R Block with 20 years of service, Insuraware, State of Ohio, and most recently worked...

Karen S. (Barnes) Price

Jul 20, 2021

Karen S. Price, 60, of Lancaster, passed away on July 20, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born on September 6, 1960 to the late Charles and Jenny (Elick) Barnes in Lancaster, Ohio. She loved her grandchildren and was a devout Christian and worshiper at River Valley Life Center where she dedicated years to both singing and mentoring...

Beth Ann Gatwood

Jul 20, 2021

Beth Ann Gatwood, 62, of Lancaster, passed away on July 20, 2021 at the Arbors at Carroll. She was born on July 22, 1958 to Leslie and the late Nancy Gatwood in Lancaster.

Beth loved her grandchildren, and enjoyed Conn’s Potato Chips.

She is survived by her son, Jeremy (Ashley) Gatwood; father, Leslie Gatwood; grandchildren,...

Virginia Eldora (Mauger) Watters

Jul 20, 2021

Virginia Eldora Watters of Lancaster, 97, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.  Virginia was a long time resident of Baltimore and member of Mt. Zion United Church of Christ, where she played Sunday School piano for over 50 years. She loved music, and painted a multitude of pictures with covered bridges as her favorite subject.

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Charles "Chuck" E. Barnes

Jul 19, 2021

Charles “Chuck” E. Barnes, 95 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, July 19, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was a decorated World War II US Army veteran.  Private First Class Charles Edward Barnes, 510 Winding Street was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Heroic action against an enemy of the U.S. Pfc. Barnes, who was...

Carolyn (Wills) McFarland

Jul 12, 2021

Carolyn Wills McFarland, age 76 of Dayton passed away at her residence surrounded by her family and friends on July 12, 2021.   She was born to the late Sybill Brickey Wills and Edward Wills Jr. on July 4, 1945 in Middletown.  She was a retired cook who loved all music and even attended Woodstock.  She was a proud 40+...

Rita K. Poling

Jul 11, 2021

Rita K. Poling, 91, of Lancaster, passed away on July 11, 2021 at the Pickering House. She was born to the late Bernard and Ida Wildermuth on November 2, 1929 in Lancaster.

Throughout her life, Rita enjoyed bowling and playing golf. She loved taking care of her home, and her beloved cat Callie.

Rita is...