Local Ohio Obituaries
Braden Dunwoody
Aug 8, 2026
Braden Dunwoody, age 18, passed away unexpectedly following a tragic truck accident.
Braden was born on December 21, 2007, in Zanesville, Ohio. He was a graduate of Logan High School and played football for New Lexington, where he filled various positions and became known for making great tackles. He brought enthusiasm, determination, and heart to the field.
Braden was almost always smiling...
Rebecca "Becky" McCann
Aug 7, 2026
After a life beautifully lived and deeply loved, Rebecca “Becky” McCann, of Millersport, Ohio, was called home to Heaven. Though we will miss her every day, we find comfort in believing she has found the everlasting peace she so richly deserves.
Born on June 29, 1952, Becky lived a life centered on the people she loved most. She dedicated much of...
Michael “Brooks” Lybrook
Aug 5, 2026
Michael “Brooks” Lybrook; 79 of Canal Winchester, passed away on August 5, 2026. He was born in Indianapolis, IN on April 26, 1947, to the late Arnold and Sharlot Lybrook.
Brooks enjoyed the outdoors as shown through his love of gardening, golfing and boating. He also enjoyed NASCAR, auctioning and being a food “connoisseur”. Brooks and his wife were snowbirds, visiting...
Thomas "Tim" M. Garnette
Aug 4, 2026
Thomas “Tim” Garnette, affectionately known as “The Silver Fox,” age 79, of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away on August 4, 2026, at the Pickering House with his family by his side.
Tim was born on October 12, 1946, in Arkansas, to his late parents, Thomas and Lillian Jenkins Garnette. He was also preceded in death by his older sister, Sandy...
Cory M. Raver
Aug 4, 2026
Cory M. Raver, 43, of Lancaster, passed away on August 4, 2026 at the OSU Medical Center. He was born to the late Timothy and Janet Raver on September 22, 1982, in Lancaster.
Cory was a 2001 Graduate of Liberty Union and was a member of the Pickerington Moose Lodge. He worked for 24 years at Farber Specialty as a craftsman...
Bill Drum
Aug 4, 2026
William Ernest Drum passed away on August 4, 2026. He was born September 7, 1950, and raised in Rushville, Ohio. William graduated from Fairfield Union High School in 1968 and later made his home in Farmington Hills, Michigan, where he lived for 27 years.
In 1970, William joined the United States Marine Corps and served six years on active duty, working...
Sandra Rae Hostutler
Aug 1, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Sandra Rae Hostutler (Gaskins). On August 1, 2026, at the age of 87, Sandra was called home to be with her Lord and Savior.
Sandra was born on August 9, 1938, in Barrackville, West Virginia, to Fay and Beulah (Musgrove) Gaskins.
On December...
Debra L. Antes
Jul 31, 2026
Debra L. Antes 71 of Lancaster, Ohio went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 31, 2026 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born in Lancaster, Ohio on March 21, 1955 to the late David and Dorothy Mathias. She was a Lancaster High School graduate, Class of 1973.
Debra was a retired day care teacher with a...
Karen S. Lamb
Jul 30, 2026
Karen S. Lamb, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 30, 2026, at the age of 66. Born on September 20, 1959, in Lancaster, Ohio, Karen was the cherished daughter of the late Robert and Mary Elizabeth Marcinko Bibler. Throughout her life, Karen epitomized strength, devotion, and compassion, qualities that defined her presence and also the legacy...
Fred B. Hill
Jul 29, 2026
Fred B. Hill, 89, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on July 29, 2026.
In his own words:
“I was the second child born to Henry Layten Hill and Delta Vivian (Mayfield) Hill. Dad and Mom had met as students at Eastern Teachers college in Richmond, Kentucky. I was born in a house on a wooded hillside sloping down...
Paul W. Howdyshell
Jul 29, 2026
Paul Howdyshell age 90 was a resident of Lancaster, Ohio. Paul passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Paul sold cars for 30 years. He also worked building custom kitchen cabinets with his son Tim for 25 years. Paul really enjoyed fishing and hunting with Tim, too. Paul loved roses, he had 100 rose bushes in his yard. Any color, he had...
Donna J. Miller
Jul 29, 2026
In Loving Memory of Donna J. Miller
Donna J. Miller of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Donna was born in Lancaster, Ohio, on October 8, 1951, to her loving parents, Russell Miller and Patricia (Cave) Miller, who both preceded Donna in death.
Donna is survived by her beloved husband of 54 years, Rod Miller, her...
Betty L. Davis
Jul 24, 2026
Betty L. Davis, 87, died Friday, July 24, 2026 at The Springs at Wyandot Trail.
Betty distinguished herself as a devoted educator, community member, and spiritual leader, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege to know her. Betty’s passion for education manifested in her career as a devoted teacher at Forest Rose School. Her induction into the Fairfield...
Michael "Mike" Edward McConaha, Sr.
Jul 22, 2026
Michael “Mike” Edward McConaha, 68, of New Lexington, Ohio peacefully left this world, listening to bluegrass with family at his side on July 22, 2026 at 1405. Mike was born October 2, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio to Jean Ann (Albright) and Carl E McConaha.
Mike is survived by his children, Loretta (Rick) Whitmer, Michael McConaha Jr, Allison Fox, Savannah Fox, Roselee...
Arthur "Cupcake" E. Henderson
Jul 22, 2026
Arthur E. “Cupcake” Henderson 87 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at Fairfield Medical Center.
He was born in Lancaster, Ohio on March 8, 1939 to the late Arthur and Wavelene Henderson. He was a graduate of Lancaster High School the Class of 1958.
Cupcake was a retired mail carrier for the US Postal Service in Lancaster with...
Keith N. Shaeffer
Jul 20, 2026
Keith N. Shaeffer 72 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on September 3, 1953 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Dale and JoAnn Shaeffer. He was a graduate of Berne Union High School.
He was a retired diesel mechanic for Taylor and Sons with 30 years of service. Keith was...
Robert "Bob" Wilson
Jul 16, 2026
Robert “Bob” John Wilson, 86, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026. He was born on November 15, 1939, to Thomas and Julia (O’Callaghan) Wilson of Columbus, Ohio. Bob proudly served for 3 years in the U.S. Army, including a tour in Germany, where he learned the printing process. He was a devout Christian and a member of the Seventh...
PFC Connor D. Kirkpatrick
Jul 16, 2026
PFC Connor David Kirkpatrick, 21, passed away on July 16, 2026, alongside his beloved wife, Kristin Elizabeth Morris Kirkpatrick, as the result of a tragic car accident.
Connor was born on April 14, 2005, in Zanesville, Ohio. He attended Liberty Union Middle and High School and graduated in 2023. While in high school, he was a four-year member of the Liberty...
Kristin Elizabeth Morris Kirkpatrick
Jul 16, 2026
Kristin Elizabeth Morris Kirkpatrick, 22, passed away on July 16, 2026, alongside her beloved husband, PFC Connor David Kirkpatrick, as the result of a tragic car accident.
She entered this world with joy on June 11, 2004, in Nashville, TN, the first child of Clint and Brooke Morris. Three cherished siblings followed soon afterward: Kyley, Journey, and Drew, and the four...
Berniece Sue Owens
Jul 16, 2026
Berniece Sue Owens, 80, of Carroll, passed away at the Fairfield Medical Center on July 16, 2026. She was born to the late Henry and Cynthia Brightwell on September 17, 1945.
She is survived by her children, Kemberly Hessler, Sherry (Fred) Hammond and Teresa (Michael) Francis; grandchildren, Jesse (Angela) Hammond, Johnathan (Savanna) Owens, Brooke (Austin) Howell and Zachery Hammond; great grandchildren,...
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