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Russell E. King III

Russell E. King III

Mar 16, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Russell Eugene King III, also known as little Rusty, 54, of Lancaster, Ohio.Russell Eugene King III was born on September 28, 1969, to Russell (Katherine) King II and Rebecca (Robert) Monk. He is survived by his caring parents; his pride and joy, his sons, Russell (Madison), Jerry (Bay), and Easton;...

Jeffrey Earl Spires

Jeffrey Earl Spires

Mar 15, 2024

Jeffrey Earl Spires 66 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Country Lane Gardens. He was born on October 20, 1957 in Lancaster, Ohio.  

He worked on the railroad and enjoyed playing basketball and was a sports enthusiast.  

Jeffrey is survived by his daughter, Katelynn Spires of Lancaster; step-daughter, Kimberly (Matthew) Febus of Pleasantville; several grandchildren,...

Phyllis L. Coll

Phyllis L. Coll

Mar 15, 2024

Phyllis L. Coll, born Phyllis L. Cavinee on August 8, 1934, in Fairfield County, Ohio, peacefully passed away on March 15, 2024, at Pickering House. Phyllis dedicated an impressive 43 years of her life to being a Realtor and Broker, making countless dreams come true by helping people find their perfect homes. She was a graduate of Lancaster High School Class...

Harold E. Sain

Harold E. Sain

Mar 12, 2024

Harold E. Sain 76 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at his home. He was born on March 17, 1947 in Baltimore, Ohio to the late Charles William and Virginia Sain.

He was a Vietnam veteran serving in the US Army where he was in the Military police and after being discharged served on the Baltimore Police...

Josephine A. Hayden Muck

Josephine A. Hayden Muck

Mar 12, 2024

Josephine A. Muck, 94, passed away at her residence surrounded by her family on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. She was born January 21, 1930, to Raymond and Edith (Frazure) Beatty. 

Josephine was a member of Bremen Holiness Church. She loved to laugh and she was always making people smile. Josephine was a fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes, especially football. She...

Sherry Lynn (Tucker) Anderson

Sherry Lynn (Tucker) Anderson

Mar 10, 2024

Sherry Lynn (Tucker) Anderson, 70, of Lancaster, passed away on March 10, 2024 at her residence. She was born to the late William and Irene Tucker on July 24, 1953 in Gallipolis, OH.

Sherry is survived by her son, Chris Tucker; siblings, Connie Thornton, Kathy Tucker, Janet (Barton) Craig, Freddie W. Tucker, Jerry L. (Gale) Tucker, and Russell (Sue) Tucker; several...

Michael Edlar Chappell

Michael Edlar Chappell

Mar 8, 2024

Michael Edlar "Mike" Chappell, age 67 of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away at home unexpectantly on March 8, 2024. Born May 2, 1956 in Lancaster, Ohio, he was the son Robert Edlar and Christine Kelley Chappell of Lancaster and the grandson of Dr. A. M. and Esther Ochs Kelley of Lancaster and William Edlar and Hazel Jaunita Chappell of Columbus. Mike graduated from...

Garry A. Boring

Garry A. Boring

Mar 7, 2024

Garry A. Boring 72 of Thurston, Ohio passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024 surrounded by his wife and family.  He was born on September 10, 1951 in Lancaster, Ohio.  

He worked for Kingsford Products in Baltimore, Ohio and then later retired from the State of Ohio Prison System as a Lieutenant.  Garry was a member of Bible Baptist Church...

Donita Sue Murphy

Donita Sue Murphy

Mar 5, 2024

Donita Sue Murphy, a cherished matriarch, loving mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at the age of 69 in the arms of her son Jerry Lee Tucker.

She was born on May 4, 1954 in Lancaster, Ohio, and was the daughter of Elsie and Marvin “Pete” Crawford, the younger sister of Leroy, and...

Doris Jane "Janie" Parrish

Doris Jane "Janie" Parrish

Mar 5, 2024

Baltimore - Doris Jane “Janie” Parrish, age 79 of Baltimore, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, after a very courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Janie was born on December 4, 1944 to the late Charles and Emma Myers, Sr. Janie was a charter member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, the Baltimore VFW, and the Millersport American Legion. She...

John R. "Dick" Neel

John R. "Dick" Neel

Mar 4, 2024

John R. “Dick” Neel, of Lancaster, passed away on March 4, 2024, at Riverview Health and Rehabilitation Center in Columbus. John was a loving son and caregiver for his father. He was also a member of Jehovah’s Witnesses, and he was a fan of old movies and TV shows, which gave him comfort in his final days.He is survived by his...

Earl A. Kunkler

Earl A. Kunkler

Mar 4, 2024

Earl A. Kunkler 46 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 4, 2024 at Grant Medical Center. He was born in Lancaster Ohio on July 5, 1977 and worked construction.

He loved to hunt, fish the surrounding area lakes and ponds, and go mushroom hunting.  Earl enjoyed the great outdoors as much as he could.

Earl is survived by his...

James "Jim" Leasure

James "Jim" Leasure

Mar 3, 2024

James “Jim” Leasure, 78, of Lancaster, passed away on March 3, 2024. He was born to the late Glenn and Dorothy Mae Leasure on January 15, 1946.

Jim, a 66 year resident of Fairfield County, graduated from Fairfield Union in 1963. He went on to serve in the United States Air Force from 1965-1966 until he was medically discharged. Following his...

Donald Tufts

Donald Tufts

Mar 3, 2024

Donald Tufts 62 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024 surrounded by his loving family by his side. He was born in West Virginia on June 17, 1961.

Donald enjoyed working on muscle cars of all types.  In his earlier years, he loved to work on bicycles, lawn mowers and later motorcycles.

He is survived by his wife of...

Randall L. Groff

Randall L. Groff

Mar 3, 2024

Randall L. "Randy" Groff, of Lancaster, Ohio, died on March 3, 2024. Randy will always be remembered as a loyal and devoted father, grandfather, husband, patriot, veteran, and community volunteer and advocate.Randy was born in Lancaster, Ohio on April 17, 1949, son of the late Harold and Freda (Wilkinson) Groff. Randy graduated as a member of the Class of 1967...

Don L. Milliser

Don L. Milliser

Feb 29, 2024

Don L. Milliser, 74, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at the Pickering House.

Don was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving during the Vietnam War. It was during his time in service that he received the Purple Heart Medal. Don worked for and retired from the Southeastern Corrections Institute in Lancaster, and was...

Ed Lynch

Ed Lynch

Feb 29, 2024

On February 29, 2024, the world lost a remarkable man, Ed Lynch, who passed away at the age of 76. Ed was a dedicated individual who touched the lives of many with his kindness and generosity.



Born on January 2, 1948, Ed had a passion for life that was evident in everything he did. He proudly served in the army during...

James Keith Griffith

James Keith Griffith

Feb 27, 2024

James Keith Griffith, 74, died peacefully on February 27, 2024.

Jim was born in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Wayne and Dorothy Griffith. He served in the USAF during the Vietnam War and retired from his shipping supervisor position at Anchor Hocking after 40 years.

Jim was a devoted husband for 42 years. He was a kind, loving, and very involved father....

Barbara A. Sanders

Barbara A. Sanders

Feb 26, 2024

Barbara A. Sanders, 81, of Lancaster went to her eternal home on February 26, 2024. Born and raised in Lancaster, Ohio, Barbara retired from Anchor Hocking and Kroger. 

She loved spending time with family, watching the Crew soccer and Ohio State football games, going to the Columbus Zoo, and receiving/giving hugs from her kids, grandkids, and great grandkids. 

Barbara attended The Tree...

Ronald "Ron" E. Lutz

Ronald "Ron" E. Lutz

Feb 25, 2024

Ronald "Ron" E. Lutz, 82, of Sugar Grove, Ohio passed away on February 25, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and kindness. He was born on April 4, 1941, in Lancaster, Ohio, a place that would remain near and dear to his heart throughout his life.

At just 14 years old, he started working in several grocery stores including...

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