Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Tom C. Warren

Tom C. Warren

Jul 1, 2026

Thomas C. Warren, 82, of Baltimore, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. He was born in New Straitsville, Ohio, on September 1, 1943, to the late Everett and Mary Warren.

Tom met and married Mary Kathryn Rausch, and they were together for 37 years before she passed in 2019. He worked for the State of Ohio in...

Carol Russell

Carol Russell

Jul 1, 2026

Carol Russell 66 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 surrounded by her loving family at the Pickering House. She was born on September 15, 1959 in Lancaster, Ohio.

She was a retied office manager for the Lancaster Parks and Recreation Department with 30 years of service.

Carol had a love for animals, taking long rides on the motorcycle...

John H. Gilmer

John H. Gilmer

Jun 25, 2026

John H. Gilmer

John H. Gilmer, of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, in at the age of 74. Born on January 3, 1952, in Lancaster, John was a lifelong resident whose life was defined by hard work and a love of the outdoors.

John dedicated himself to his work throughout his life and found his greatest happiness in...

Troy Allen Urbano

Troy Allen Urbano

Jun 24, 2026

Any donations to help pay for cremation of Troy Urbano, Troy Allen Urbano, of Pickerington, OH can be made directly to the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home. 

Jesse "Guy" Brown

Jesse "Guy" Brown

Jun 24, 2026

Jesse “Guy” Brown 46 of Millersport, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 in Millersport. He was born on July 26, 1979 in Houston, Texas.

He worked construction jobs of various types and enjoyed fishing. Guy had a good heart and was very giving along with a sense of humor.

Guy is survived by his son Tyler Brown; mother and...

Bradley Miller

Bradley Miller

Jun 23, 2026

Bradley Miller, a few days shy of 63, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on June 25, 1963 to the late Howard and Phyllis (Bryan) Miller.

Brad was a truck driver for Zebco Industries for over 20 years. He was a truck driver, then went on to work in the warehouse. Brad was...

Janice Anna (Emswiler) Laver

Janice Anna (Emswiler) Laver

Jun 20, 2026

Janice Anna (Emswiler) Laver, 92 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at her residence. She was born March 23, 1934, in Pataskala, Ohio, to the Late Byron and Thelma T. (Smoke) Emswiler.

Janice was an employee of Hocking Valley National Bank, co-owner of the Baltimore Chimney Sweep and a self-employed tax consultant.

Janice was happiest in her flower...

Gene Svoboda

Gene Svoboda

Jun 19, 2026

Gene Svoboda, 95 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away with her family by her side on Friday, June 19, 2026, at her home. She was born on January 18, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Albert and Harriet Chrustek (Kubowicz).

After her high school graduation, she attended the University of Northern Illinois. She took time out to marry Edward and started...

Jim Dickerson

Jim Dickerson

Jun 18, 2026

Jim Dickerson, 77, died Thursday, June 18, 2026 at the Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, Ohio.

Jim is survived by his wife of 34 years Elizabeth “Betsy” Dickerson; brother Richard (Marcia) Dickerson; step-son William (April) Flowers; step-grandchildren Emily (John) Ogden, Haley Flowers, and James Flowers; many other beloved family members; and his golfing and hunting buddies.

He is preceded in death by...

Susan K. Gurile

Susan K. Gurile

Jun 17, 2026

Susan K. Gurile, 80, died Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at Main Street Terrace in Lancaster, Ohio.

Susan was a proud graduate of Liberty Union - Thurston in 1963. She furthered her education, graduating from Grant Hospital School of Nursing in 1966. Her journey of care and healing spanned an extraordinary 42 years as a nurse, during which she touched countless lives...

A. Anne Arledge

A. Anne Arledge

Jun 15, 2026

A. Anne Arledge, 85, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, June 15, 2026, at the Springs at Wyandot Trail in Lancaster. She was born to the late Nelson and Nellie Reid on August 7, 1940.

In her younger years, she was a dancer and often talked about her “silver shoes”, she was also in a...

Marilyn June Wooster

Marilyn June Wooster

Jun 8, 2026

Marilyn June Wooster, age 90, passed away on June 8, 2026, at the home of her son, Paul Wooster. Marilyn was born August 17, 1935, in the home of her parents, James L. and F. Delphia Landis. She attended Pickerington Schools through 3rd grade. In the 4th grade, Marilyn and her family moved to the Landis family farm outside of...

Ralph E. Talbert, Sr.

Ralph E. Talbert, Sr.

Jun 8, 2026

Ralph E. Talbert, Sr., 87, died Monday, June 8, 2026 at Mount Carmel Grove City.

He was born December 30, 1938 in Athens county to the late Leslie and Isabelle (Turner) Talbert.

Ralph served his country with honor in the Air Force before embarking on a lifelong career at Western Electric. Beyond his career, Ralph was a man of simple pleasures. He...

Robert Sexton

Robert Sexton

Jun 3, 2026

Robert Sexton, a man whose warmth and kindness touched many hearts, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026, at Bickford of Bexley. Born on March 24, 1936, in Garett, Kentucky, Robert led a life marked by dedication, warmth, and a deep love for community and family.

Robert’s career showcased his strong work ethic and skill as he retired as a machinist...

Robert "Ed" Sharp

Robert "Ed" Sharp

Jun 2, 2026

Robert Edward Sharp (aka Ed, Eddie or Bob), went home to our Lord early on June 2nd, 2026 peacefully in his home. Ed was born January 14, 1936 at the home of his parents in the village of Sugar Grove, who later moved when he was a toddler to the Sharp family homestead farm directly southwest of the village. He...

Patricia "Patty" L. Meade

Patricia "Patty" L. Meade

Jun 2, 2026

Patricia “Patty” Lynn Meade, 69, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Patty was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late James and Virginia Coffmon. Patty and Lacy’s love story began in the 1970’s on one sunny afternoon on Tompkins Street. Lacy was making his way through the neighborhood when he stumbled upon a beautiful woman with auburn hair, short...

Evelyn (Konkler) Gothard

Evelyn (Konkler) Gothard

May 31, 2026

With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Evelyn (Konkler) Gothard, 88 with her family by her side on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at the Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born on September 9, 1937 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Lawrence and Lucille Konkler.

Evelyn loved her family and enjoyed motorhome...

Lou Ann Travis

Lou Ann Travis

May 31, 2026

Lou Ann Travis, age 90, of Granville, Ohio passed away on May 31st, 2026. Lou Ann was born to the late Howard and Florence (Norris) Tangeman on December 5th, 1935 in Louisville, Kentucky. Lou Ann was a graduate of Indiana University with a degree in education. After college, she married her high school sweetheart, Robert, and was happily married for...

Ron Wells

Ron Wells

May 30, 2026

Ron Wells 84 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Bickford Senior Living of Lancaster. He was born on March 4, 1942 in Galon, Ohio to the late Homer and Nora Wells.

He was a retired maintenance man for Premier Auto Glass with 20 years of service. Ron enjoyed fishing, football, NASCAR racing and working on old...

Robert “Bob” Schilling

Robert “Bob” Schilling

May 29, 2026

Robert “Bob” Schilling, 74, of Thurston, passed away on May 29, 2026. He was born to the late Preston and Anna Schilling in Pike County, OH on August 16, 1951.

Bob was a avid fan of NASCAR and enjoyed his ’69 Camero.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Schilling; children, Corey (Samantha) Schilling and Dallas Schilling; grandchildren, Chloe Lynn, Jenna and...