Local Ohio Obituaries
Betty J. Layne
Jun 19, 2025
Betty J. Layne, age 92, a spirited force of nature, left this world on June 19, 2025, as she transitioned to be with her Lord, casting her radiant spirit into the embrace of eternity. Born on March 30, 1933, in Paris, Tennessee, Betty blossomed into a woman whose journey was marked by steadfast love, unyielding resilience, a love for God,...
Barbara Ann Bukey
Jun 17, 2025
Barbara Ann Bukey, 91, of Carroll, passed away on June 17, 2025. She was born to the late Lewis and Opel Foley on September 5, 1933.
Barbara was selfless and would always put others before herself. She was a beautiful lady. Her unwavering faith and joy in the Lord was an inspiration and example to many.
She is survived by her children,...
Jerrie Louise Bigelow
Jun 16, 2025
It is with both deep sadness and enduring love that we announce the passing of Jerrie Louise Bigelow, age 65, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, who entered the kingdom of heaven on June 16, 2025.
Born on July 22, 1959, in Lancaster, OH, to the late Elmer Lee and Lucille Gail (Scott) Jeffers. Jerrie enjoyed acting, studying accounting...
Frank Daubenmire
Jun 15, 2025
Frank Daubenmire, 92, was called home to his Heavenly Father on Father's Day June 15, 2025. He was surrounded by his family at his residence.
Frank was born Sunday, April 9, 1933 to the late Carl and Mary Daubenmire in Lancaster, OH. He graduated from Pleasantville High School in 1951. Frank was a well respected member of the community, and church....
Helen Roby
Jun 15, 2025
Helen Roby, 94, of Lancaster, passed away on June 15, 2025 at the Fairfield Medical Center. She was born in Columbus, OH on June 21, 1930.
Helen is survived by her son, Vinny (Joan) Fasone; daughter, Donna Sanders; grandchildren, Michael (Michelle) Sanders and Joshua (Janet) Sanders; and several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband,...
Willard M. Ety
Jun 13, 2025
Willard M. Ety, a cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 13, 2025, at the remarkable age of 103. Born on October 23, 1921, Willard was a lifelong resident of Carroll, Ohio, where he cultivated not only the land but also a legacy of love and dedication to his family and friends.
Willard led a...
Brandi Ann Fravel
Jun 12, 2025
Brandi Ann Fravel, 36, of Lancaster, passed away at her home on June 12, 2025. She was born to Robert “Jake” Fravel and Laura (Biggum) Sowers on Friday, July 15, 1988.
Brandi was a 2006 graduate of Westfall High School. She was very caring and hardworking, especially when it came to her family – helping her mom with the goats, around...
Robert "Bob" Enoch
Jun 12, 2025
Robert “Bob” Enoch, 92, of Lancaster, passed away at his home on June 11, 2025. He was born to the late Ray and Catherine Enoch on October 7, 1932 in Kingston, OH.
Bob was the owner and operator of Enoch Painting.
He is survived by his grandchildren, Brent Lines, Tom Buehler, John (Heather) Buehler, Missy Buehler, Barry (Kari) Buehler, Todd Hutchinson, Tricia...
Rosemary Hamilton
Jun 11, 2025
Rosemary Hamilton, 77, of Lancaster passed away on June 11, ,2025. She was born on November 1, 1947 in Lancaster.
She is survived by her children, Jennifer (Stephen) Walker and Terry (Bethany) Hamilton; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A private burial will take place in Forest Rose Cemetery.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME.
To leave an online...
Phyllis Ann Kirby
Jun 9, 2025
Phyllis A. Kirby, 90 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025 at her residence.
She was born on November 14, 1934 in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire to the late Edwin and Ruth Tappan.
Phyllis was retired from Kings Department Store as a sales associate and she loved to sew and crochet. She really enjoyed doing her charcoal etchings.
Phyllis is survived...
James "Jim" E. Woltz
Jun 9, 2025
James "Jim" E. Woltz, a cherished member of the Lancaster community, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on June 5, 1949, in Lancaster, OH, Jim lived a life full of dedication.
Jim retired as a Superintendent at Kokosing Construction in the heavy highway asphault division. His commitment to his work was evident, and he...
Beverly Ann Roshon
Jun 8, 2025
Beverly Ann Roshon, 85, died on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at Bickford of Lancaster.
Beverly was born Sunday, September 24, 1939 in Peoria, IL to the late Wilbert and Audine (Ricketts) Cox. She was a former housewife, and truck driver. In her day she was a wonderful artist and poet. Later in life Beverly took to playing bingo.
Beverly is survived by...
Leo Edward Strawn, Sr.
Jun 8, 2025
Leo Edward Strawn, Sr.
Leo “Butch” Strawn, 84, of Lancaster passed away June 8, 2025, at the Pickering House with his wife and family by his side. He was born January 12, 1941 to the late Harry and Carrie (Unger) Strawn.
He served in the U.S. Army. Leo was a retired supervisor for Anchor Hocking for over 34 years. He was an...
George Lobaugh Howley
Jun 6, 2025
George Lobaugh Howley
March 30, 2022 – June 6, 2025
George Lobaugh Howley—our beloved Cheechy boy—passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, surrounded by love.
He is cherished by his mother Staci, father Kevin, great-grandmother, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless friends.
We don’t know where the word “Cheechy” came from—but it became the perfect name for his miraculously joyful spirit. George couldn’t speak,...
Betty Ann Boone
Jun 6, 2025
Betty Ann Boone, 90, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025 at the Wexner Heritage House.
She was born in Lexington, Kentucky on February 22, 1935 to the late Malcolm and Frances Kash Royse. She graduated from Winchester High School then went on to Penn Hall and graduated with a bachelor's degree from the University of Kentucky.
Betty Ann...
Carol L. Brown
Jun 5, 2025
Carol L. Brown, 80, of Lancaster passed away at her residence on Thursday, June 5, 2025. She was born to the late Carl and Evelyn Speckman on April 3, 1945.
Carol enjoyed playing the piano and singing with the Sweet Adelines woman’s group. She was active in the Broad Street and First Presbyterian churches, and help in the remodeling of the...
Harry Arthur Rizer
Jun 4, 2025
Harry Arthur Rizer, 82, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away at Grant Medical Center on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He was born on Tuesday, July 28, 1942, to the late Jack Clifford and Eva Winnifred (Weber) Rizer in Haydenville, Ohio.
Harry graduated from Berne Union High School in 1962, where he was a proud member of the Berne Union Rockets football team....
Barbara Alice “Barb” Jenkins
Jun 1, 2025
Barbara Alice “Barb” Jenkins, 81, of Pataskala, passed away on June 1, 2025. She was born to the late Charles and Mildred Francis in Columbus, OH on November 23, 1943.
She is survived by her daughter, Lisa (Eugene) Noskowiak; son, Steven (Dawn) Heughebart; grandchildren, Macee (Nick Leonard) Heughebart, Dane (Elaina) Heughebart, Jared (Kelly) Keyser; Adam (Lauren) Noskowiak, Madysen (Trevor) Allen, Isaac...
Perry Anthony Chaffin
Jun 1, 2025
Perry “Tony” Anthony Chaffin 70 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on June 1, 2025 at Grant Medical Center. He was born on April 2, 1955 in Blaine Kentucky to Walter and Lillian Chaffin.
He was a over the road truck driver where he drove for various companies but retired from North American Van Lines. Perry loved classic cars and mechanic work...
Michael "Mike" Dean Weldon
May 31, 2025
Lancaster - Michael “Mike” Dean Weldon, 68, went home to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Fairfield Medical Center.
Mike was born in Riverside, CA on August 29, 1956. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Mike was a journeyman, and worked for Anchor Hocking.
Mike is survived by his wife Peggy Sue (Adkins) Weldon; children...
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