Local Ohio Obituaries

Feb 28, 2021

Our community morns the loss of an incredible woman. Rose Ellen Cocanour, 82, of Baltimore Ohio, went to be with the Lord and Savior on Feb 28, 2021, after her long battle with Alzheimer’s. Rose was born at home on September 17, 1938 to the late Robert and Irene (Crist) Young.

Her contributions to the lives of...

Feb 26, 2021

William T. Lindsey, age 74, went to be with his Lord on February 26th, 2020. He was born to the late William and Silvia (Stewart) Lindsey on January 5th, 1947. He was a devout member of the Lancaster Bible Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy as a Boiler Technician. He was very passionate about martial...

Feb 26, 2021

Colton Emerson Kocher, 29 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Thursday, February 26, 2021.

Colton's  friends and family would describe him as a very loving and caring person. He was willing to give anyone a helping hand when they needed him the most. His family would remember him as a  happy person, who loved being a father to...

Feb 23, 2021

Jeri Lynn Dobos (Palladino), passed away at the age of 48 on Tuesday, February 23rd, 2021.

She loved taking care of her family, whether that meant being a shoulder for them to cry on or chewing them out whenever she felt they needed it. Some of her favorite things were binge watching shows in a few days,...

Feb 22, 2021

Barbara Anne Posey, age 83, of Lancaster OH passed away peacefully at Scott's Place on February 22nd, 2021. Barbara was born to the late John and Madge (Buckley) Sumpter on August 29th, 1937 in Ashland KY. Barbara attended OU where she would receive her Bachelor's of Education. Barbara went on to teach various levels of education to the Lancaster...

Feb 22, 2021

Judith A Speaks, born Judith Hillberry, a Lancaster native since birth passed away on February 22, 2021 at her home in Lancaster surrounded by her family. Including her husband Timothy Speaks husband of 43 years and her daughter Angela N. Monk, son-in-law Eric J. Monk.

Judith graduated Lancaster High School in 1962 and enjoyed a career at...

Feb 21, 2021

Patricia Lou Rehl 77 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at Arbors at Carroll.  She was owner of KiKi Clean. She was a member of River of Life Church, Carroll, Ohio where she played the piano.  Patricia enjoyed spending time with her family at Walnut Creek Village, Baltimore, Ohio, enjoyed horseback riding, shopping with her...

Feb 20, 2021

James O. Vaughan, Sr. 93 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 at the Ridge of Lancaster Assisted Living.

He was a World War II and Korean Conflict veteran serving in the US Army. He was retired from Diamond Power and Specialty Co. with over 40 years of service and worked at Shaw’s Restaurant. He...

Feb 19, 2021

Ruby Faye (Osborn) Tufts joined her husband John when she was called home on Friday, February 19, 2021. Ruby was born April 28, 1933 in Aid, Ohio near Ironton to the late Frank Osborn and Belva (Estep) Osborn. Ruby and John started their journey together on August 29th, 1950. They were married for 67 years before John passed away...

Feb 17, 2021

Paulette Maravich, 71, a beloved and cherished sister, aunt, teacher, mentor and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. She left this world a better, more beautiful place than when she entered it. Some of her many talents and hobbies included watching English mystery TV shows, reading books, crocheting, cooking, jamming out to classic...

Feb 16, 2021

Carolyn Sue Mohr 82 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at her residence. She lived a wonderful life in her own way.

She was an Athletic Director at Medina Middle School as well as creating OWE program for middle school children before retiring from the Columbus City School District with 30 years of...

Feb 15, 2021

Danielle Leigh Klinger, 39, of Sugar Grove, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 15, 2021. She was born on July 8, 1981 in Lancaster, OH. Her parents are Richard & Linda Klinger and the late Jackie Wildermuth.

Danielle had a smile that would light up the room. She loved life, and would help anyone and everyone, any...

Feb 15, 2021

Randy Allen Hensley 54 of Amanda, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 15, 2021 at his residence.

He was a veteran of the Panama Conflict serving in the US Air Force.  He was a heavy equipment operator for Allied Development Co. and loved to operate his bulldozer. He loved the great outdoors where he loved fishing...

Feb 14, 2021

James F. Smith, age 81, Baltimore, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home February 15, 2021.  He was born in Racine, Ohio, October 21, 1939 to the late Waid (Bud) and Drusilla Neigler Smith House.  He graduated from Racine High School in 1958 and retired from Atlas Industrial Contractors, Inc. in 2002.  Jim retired from the International Union of...

Feb 12, 2021

William G. “Bill” Irwin, of Lancaster, passed away on February 12, 2021. He was born to the late William and Deloris Irwin on September 24, 1945 in Columbus, OH.

Bill was a loving husband and father, and had a great sense of humor.

Bill is survived by his children, Lisa (Douglas) Shouldis, Todd (Cyndi) Phillips,...

Feb 11, 2021

Ruth J. Sims, 90, of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on February 11, 2021.  She was born in Kent, Ohio to the late Donald and Justine Seckman on September 11, 1930.

Ruth worked for many years as a Realtor for Sims Realty.  Her family was her pride and joy.  She had been an active member of Christ United...

Feb 10, 2021

Linda L. Russell, age 70 of Carroll, died Feb 10, 2021 at OSU Medical Center.  She was born on Aug 5th, 1950 to the late Chester and Betty Foster Reincheld in Lancaster.  She was currently a manager at Sharon Glenn Village in Newark and was a cosmetologist prior to that. Her most precious time was spent with her family,...

Feb 9, 2021

Alisha M. Roby, 32, of Lancaster, passed away on February 9, 2021. She was born on April 26, 1988 to Doug Roby and Teresa Rollins.

She is survived by her children, Mackenzie Roble, Kayden Myers, Kylee Myers, Madisyn Myers, and Robert Myers Jr.; brother, Brien Roby; father, Doug Roby; mother, Teresa (Harold) Rollins; and many aunts, uncles,...

Feb 7, 2021

Howard W. Koontz, 73, of Hemlock, OH, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born in Westerville, OH to the late David L. Koontz and Helen (Hoff) Koontz on January 28, 1948.

On November 16, 1968, Howard enlisted in the USNR-Navy Seabees. He was stationed at bases throughout the U.S....

Feb 7, 2021

James P. “Pete” LeMay, 69, of Westerville, Ohio passed away peacefully on February 7, 2021 at St. Ann’s Hospital after suffering a massive stroke.

He was born in 1951 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, the third of four children to the late Henry (Hank) and Doris LeMay.

He graduated from Lancaster High School in 1969. He...