Local Ohio Obituaries

Sep 23, 2023

Richard Eugene “Dick” Pickering, 86, of Lancaster, passed away on September 23, 2023. He was born to the late Floyd and Rose Pickering on February 5, 1937 in Lancaster.

Dick was a great father, husband, and friend who was loved and will be missed by all who knew him. He was also a proud member of the...

Sep 20, 2023

William "Bill" Beaty 70 of Lancaster, Ohio was a legendary runner and coach and devoted family man. He had an indomitable loving spirit, great humility, and concern for others. Bill passed peacefully in the presence of his children on Wednesday, September 20th, 2023. Just 3 days shy of his 71st birthday. Following his stroke in 2015, he has battled...

Sep 18, 2023

Fredrick Dean Barry 72 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023 at his residence.  He had worked for his father who owned and operated Glass Services Co., Inc. in Lancaster.  He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aries #2120 and DeMolay.  Frederick enjoyed bowling and was very good at it, golfing and loved...

Sep 16, 2023

Timothy L. Leitnaker, age 70, of Pleasantville, Ohio, passed away at his home on September 16, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.   Tim is survived by his wife of 48 years, Dee Ann, and their four children Phillip, Henry (Angie), JoEllen, and Leanna; and grandchildren, Rohya, Luna and James.  Tim was born January 31, 1953, and grew up on...

Sep 15, 2023

Michael Larry Rutter peacefully passed away surrounded by family on Friday, September 15, 2023, at the age of 74.  He was born on September 11, 1949 and is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 53 years, Carolyn, who lovingly cared for him at home until his passing.

Mike was a beloved husband, brother, uncle, neighbor...

Sep 14, 2023

Joyce Ann Rife Cochran 85 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Grant Medical Center.

She was a retired Registered Nurse for the Lancaster City School District with 37 years of service.

Joyce was a member of the First United Methodist Church and TWIG 7.  She enjoyed playing bridge with the girls...

Sep 14, 2023

Jeffry David Hutchison, age 80 of Pleasantville, went to be with his Lord on Sept. 14th, 2023. He was born in Texas City, TX on Jan 21, 1943. He was an amazing man who was a horse trainer for 26 years at Tudoc Farm, a member of the H.B.P.A. and retired from the Ohio State Racing Commission.  He attended...

Sep 13, 2023

Dr. Tadeusz Malinski, age 77 of Lancaster, Ohio died September 13th, 2023 at Primrose memory care.  He was born to his late parents France and Christina Malinski in Srem, Poland on March 1, 1946.  He was a distinguished professor at Ohio University, Athens where he used his various doctorates in teaching and making wonderful breakthroughs in research, being named...

Sep 13, 2023

Sandra A. Arnold, 82, of Athens, passed away on September 13, 2023. She was born in Sugar Grove, Ohio to the late William and Alice Rudolph on November 27, 1940.

Sandra is survived by her husband, Ivan Arnold, and daughter, Carie Beckett. She is preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Clara Louise Shull.

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Sep 13, 2023

Lancaster- Patricia Ann Divelbliss, 86, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.

Born in Huntington, West Virginia in 1937, Patricia was a strong, independent woman who valued family above all else. At the age of 18, with an adventurous spirit, she moved to Lancaster. She soon married James Divelbliss, and the next year, they...

Sep 13, 2023

Anna Mae Banfill, 98 of Newark, Ohio passed away surrounded by her family on September 13, 2023, at Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born in Westerville, Ohio on January 4, 1925, to Clarence and Anna (Knece) Good.

Anna was married to Harry Leo Mummey Jr. for 35 years and had six children. In 1978, Anna...

Sep 13, 2023

Caroline J. Davisson Archer, 77 of Lancaster, Ohio formerly of Somerset, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at the Pickering House.

She was retired from Hordis Brothers with 20 years of service. She enjoyed her family and playing bingo.

Caroline is survived by her sons, Ed (Jill) Davisson and Rodney Davisson; grandchildren, Alex...

Sep 12, 2023

Lina J. Christian, 77, passed away on September 12, 2023 at the Fairfield Medical Center. She was born to the late Jake and Rosie Cline on December 4, 1945 in Matewan, WV.

Lina was a loving, giving wife and a great mom.

She is survived by her husband, Larry Christian; children, Arnold E. (Carolyn) Sullivan,...

Sep 11, 2023

Roland Robinson, 82, passed away in his home in Baltimore, Ohio on Monday, September 11th.

Born January 7, 1941 in Booker Fork, KY, his Father was Garrett Hobert Robinson and his mother, Lina Robinson (Wright).  Roland grew up with 6 brothers and 9 sisters.  He left Kentucky as a young man to pursue work and additional education. ...

Sep 7, 2023

Barbara Sifford Swartz of Lancaster, Ohio passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on September 6, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was born June 27, 1937, to Helene and William Sifford of Lancaster, Ohio.

She graduated from Lancaster High School in 1955 where she was involved in many activities including marching band, orchestra, and concert band....

Sep 6, 2023

Alexander Lee Surratt, beloved infant son of Jennifer Elizabeth West and David Gregory Surratt, Jr. of Canal Winchester, OH passed away at home September 6, 2023, after 26 days of a too brief but infinitely cherished life.

He loved snuggling with his family, was fascinated by classical music and was protected by ever-alert watchdogs Nova and Rambo....

Sep 5, 2023

Brandon Keith Sprague born February 19, 1998, age 25, went home to be with the Lord Jesus peacefully with family by his side on September 5, 2023 at OSU Medical Center after losing his 2-year battle of heart failure.  He was a loving son, brother, and friend to everyone. He was very creative and could make and build anything.  ...

Sep 5, 2023

Nick “Doc” Holliday, 80, of Lancaster, passed away on September 5, 2023 at the Pickering House. He was born on February 21, 1943, son of the late Maxine (Young) and Lloyd Holliday.

He was the owner of Doc’s Place, motorcycle specialist for over four decades. He embraced life, camping, traveling, fishing, mushrooming, 4-wheeling and starting home projects....

Sep 4, 2023

Harold E. Sanders 74 of Columbus, Ohio former resident of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Gordo, Alabama to the late Samuel W. and Erma G. (Porter) Sanders.

He worked on surface wiring in the cable shop for Lucent Technologies with 32 years of service. After retiring...

Sep 3, 2023

Lonnie L. Conkle, Sr. 82 of Lancaster, Ohio went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, September 3, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center with his family by his side.  He was born in Carroll, Ohio to the late John H. Conkle and Doris Cramblit Conkle.

He was a member of Faith Memorial Church for 50 years...