Local Ohio Obituaries
Billy Joe Thompson
Feb 3, 2026
Billy Joe Thompson, age 79, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away peacefully at The Springs at Wyandot Trails on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Billy was born to the late Emmitt and Edna Thompson in McArthur, Ohio on May 23, 1946. He worked as a jack of all trades. From owning a furniture store called Buckeye Bills to working a few jobs at...
Diana Carol Swinehart
Feb 2, 2026
Diana Carol Swinehart 82 of Lancaster, Ohio, a dedicated mother, pioneering businesswoman, and beloved "GG," passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026 at her residence, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, faith, and family.
She was born in Zanesville, Ohio on September 1, 1943 to the late Francis “Frank” Aloysius and Marian E. Emmert. She was a member of the...
Beverly Brooke England
Feb 1, 2026
Beverly Brooke England 98 of Woodlands, Texas formerly of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Magnolia, Texas. She was born on May 31, 1927 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Don W. and Helen L. Brooke. A private burial will be held in Hampson Cemetery, Pleasantville, Ohio.
Ralph H. Ety
Jan 31, 2026
In Loving Memory of a True Steward of the Land Remembering a Life Rooted in Family, Honor, and Hard Work
Ralph H. “Speedy” Ety, 81, of Carroll, passed away on January 31, 2026, surrounded by family. He was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, on April 22, 1944, to the late Charles and Edith (Giesy) Ety. Ralph was a proud graduate of...
June Marie Thomas
Jan 30, 2026
June Marie Thomas of Baltimore, Ohio peacefully passed from this world into the arms of her Lord and Savior on January 30, 2026 after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease. She was born January 7, 1945 to the late Dolores and Karl Dennis in Lancaster, Ohio.
June married Greg Thomas on May 28, 1966 in Lancaster. Soon after they planted the...
David Edward Cook, Sr.
Jan 28, 2026
David Edward Cook, Sr., 85, passed away peacefully in late January of 2026 at his home in Baltimore, Ohio. Born in 1940, in Columbus to the late Paul Daniel and Myrtle Ruth (Hauck) Cook, David lived a life defined by his gentle spirit and an enduring curiosity about the world.
A 1958 graduate of Eastmoor High School, David was a lifelong...
Rodney Ray Franke
Jan 26, 2026
Rodney Ray Franke, 72, of Lancaster, passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on Monday, January 26, 2026. He was born on April 25, 1953, to the late Norman and Cathleen Franke in Lancaster, Ohio.
Rodney was known as the ‘Coffee Man’ around Lancaster. He had to start every morning with a cup of coffee from Tim Hortons, with 3 cream and...
Patricia A. Fairchild
Jan 21, 2026
Patricia A. Fairchild 95 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at the Pickering House. She was born on July 13, 1930 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Donald and Irene Fairchild.
She was retired from Diamond Power and Specialty Co. in the humane resources and benefits department with 40 years of service.
Patricia was a member of AARP...
Diane Eversole
Jan 20, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Diane Eversole on January 20, 2026, at the age of 89. A devoted wife, mother, and community leader, Diane leaves a legacy of hard work, service, and unwavering dedication to family.
Born January 9, 1937, Diane was a proud member of the Carroll and Lancaster communities, where she and her...
Charlotte M Bennett
Jan 19, 2026
Charlotte Marie (Spencer) Bennett passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, at The Pickering House, entering eternity with her Savior, surrounded by her loved ones. She was 88, and born on December 9, 1937, to Thomas Wesley & Elsie (Miller) Spencer in Morgan County, Ohio.
Charlotte was a lifetime homemaker, enjoying time with her family. She loved cooking for family gatherings,...
Helen Ethel Friesner "Cookie"
Jan 19, 2026
Helen Ethel (Keller) Friesner “Cookie” 80 years old of Baltimore, Ohio passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, with her family at her side, from complications of a massive heart attack.
Cookie was born in Chillicothe, Ohio on April 21, 1945, to Howard and Marian Keller. She grew up on her family farm and attended Liberty Union High School, class of...
Arlene Bennett
Jan 16, 2026
Arlene Bennett (Feil), age 96, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, to the late John and Jane (Evans) Feil on March 18, 1929.
Arlene graduated from South High School in 1947. She worked for American Education Publication/Xerox for 15 years. She married Lawrence (Larry) Bennett...
Kathy Harrington
Jan 15, 2026
Kathy Harrington 84 of Rushville, Ohio former resident of Millersport passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Lan-Fair Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on April 10, 1941 in Millersport, Ohio to the late Lloyd and Glenna Parkinson.
She was a machine operator for J.M. Screw and later retired from Fairfield Machine Products, Inc.
Kathy was a former volunteer for...
Walter Gene Stoppenhagen
Jan 13, 2026
Walter Gene Stoppenhagen, 89, of Lancaster, Ohio, was called home to be with the Lord on January 13, 2026.
Born on September 11, 1936, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Gene lived a life rooted in faith, love, and service. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he sought to live according to God’s Word and was an example of strength, humility, and compassion...
Alice Marvene Stahly
Jan 12, 2026
LANCASTER: Alice Marvene Stahly, 100, of Lancaster, went home to be with God on Monday, January 12, 2026. Marvene, as she preferred to be called, was a devout Christian. Marvene was born in Bremen, OH to the late Ida and John Groff. She was a fulltime mother and homemaker. She valued education for her children and made sure they had...
Edward F. Svoboda, Jr.
Jan 12, 2026
Edward F. Svoboda, Jr. 95 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away with his wife and family by his side on Monday, January 12, 2026, at The Pickering House. He was born on April 5, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Edward and Mildred Svoboda, Sr.
After his high school graduation as his class valedictorian, he went on to the University of...
Steven M. Burk
Jan 9, 2026
Steven M. Burk, 65, of Columbus, Ohio, passed peacefully on January 9, 2026 after a brave battle with terminal illness. Born on April 21, 1960, in Beech Grove, Indiana, Steve was the beloved son of the late Ronald L. and Beverly (Adams) Burk. He grew up on the south side of Indianapolis, in Fountain Square, IN, where his roots and...
Roxanna Jane Mathias
Jan 9, 2026
Roxanna Jane Mathias, 85, of Lancaster, passed away on January 9, 2026, at The Springs at Wyandot Trail. She was born to the late Ivan and Mary Davidson on June 9, 1940.
Roxanna graduated from Grant Hospital School of Nursing in 1961 and from Ohio University in 1984. She became a registered nurse at Fairfield Medical Center in 1962, where she...
Steven Harold Miller
Jan 8, 2026
Steven Harold Miller, age 71, passed away peacefully at Fairfield Medical Center on January 8, 2026 with his beloved wife, Sherry by his side.
He was born on October 18, 1954 in San Francisco, CA and resided in Lancaster, Ohio throughout his life.
Steve graduated from Brookhaven high school in Columbus Ohio in 1972. One of the big highlights of his high...
Sue A. Barber
Jan 8, 2026
Sue A. Barber, 87, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 8, 2026. She was born on January 28, 1938, to the late Robert and Clara Barnhart.
Sue attended St. Mary Catholic School in her youth and remained a devoted member of the Catholic Church throughout her adult life.
Sue dedicated more than 30 years of service to Fairfield...
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