Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Patricia “Patti” Lybrook

Patricia “Patti” Lybrook

Jul 17, 2025

Patricia “Patti” Lybrook, 78, of Canal Winchester, passed away on July 17, 2025. She was born to the late Clifford and Dorothy Snoke in Lancaster, OH on March 17, 1947.

Patti was an avid golfer who enjoyed playing with her friends. She loved her family including her beloved dogs.

She is survived by her husband, Mike “Brooks” Lybrook; children, Sean (Melissa) Solt...

Geraldine "Geri" (Flowers) Gribble

Geraldine "Geri" (Flowers) Gribble

Jul 16, 2025

Geraldine “Geri” (Flowers) Gribble 86 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly at her residence. She was born on August 27, 1938 in Rockbridge, Ohio to the late John and Sybil Flowers.

Geri was a retired supervisor in word processing department for Anchor Hocking Glass Corp. and later retired again from Griffin Wheel in Groveport, Ohio as a secretary.

She was a member...

Patricia Barr

Patricia Barr

Jul 15, 2025

Trish Barr, age 73, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at her son’s home in Baltimore, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 26, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio, Trish lived a life dedicated to the joy and well-being of those she cherished most.

Trish was a homemaker, and she proudly...

Bonnie S. Kemmerling

Bonnie S. Kemmerling

Jul 15, 2025

Bonnie S. Kemmerling, age 69, a woman of unwavering dedication and joyful spirit, passed away on July 15, 2025, at the Pickering House. Born with a heart full of kindness and a knack for spreading laughter, Bonnie's life was a testament to hard work and the love she held for her family and friends.

Bonnie, who proudly bore the maiden name...

Clarence E. Bope Jr.

Clarence E. Bope Jr.

Jul 14, 2025

Clarence E. Bope Jr., 80, of Lancaster, passed away on July 14, 2025 at the Pickering House. He was born to the late Clarance Sr. and Alice Mae Bope on June 18, 1945.

Clarence worked for many years at Anchor Hocking. He enjoyed pets, planting, nature, and loved his children greatly. He also had an extensive collection of clowns, inspired by...

Virginia Marie Parobeck

Virginia Marie Parobeck

Jul 14, 2025

Virginia Marie Parobeck, 63, died on Monday, July 14, 2025 under the care of Fairhope Hospice at the Arbors of Carroll. Her health had deteriorated due to diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, schizophrenia, and dementia.

Virginia was born on December 12, 1961, the fifth of six children, to the late Daniel and Lois Parobeck.

She graduated from Lancaster High School in 1980 and went...

Keith Wagner

Keith Wagner

Jul 14, 2025

Herbert Keith Wagner, 85, passed away on July 14, 2025 at the Luxe Rehabilitation and Care Center in Lancaster, OH. Keith was born on April 15, 1940 to the late Herbert William and Frances Vaughn Wagner.

Keith attended Berne Union school. He worked with his father Herbert as a well driller and water system installer until November 1969. Keith was employed...

Dixie E. DeVol

Dixie E. DeVol

Jul 13, 2025

Dixie Eileen DeVol, 92, of Lancaster, OH passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025.

She was born April 24, 1933, near Laurelville, OH to the late Wilson Karshner Ross and Dora (Smith) Ross.

Dixie spent many years researching her family’s genealogy. She was employed in the offices of Westinghouse Electric Supply Co. N Fourth St., Columbus, OH, Anchor Hocking Glass Co., Lancaster, and...

Carl Michael "Mike" Teagarden

Carl Michael "Mike" Teagarden

Jul 13, 2025

Carl M. "Mike" Teagarden, age 82 passed away on July 13, 2025 (1942-2025) He was a beloved father, grandfather, husband, friend and mentor. Many called him Poppa T! He was a gentle soul, patient, and kindhearted, loved by many.

Mike was a pastor and part of the Pastor’s Council at The River Valley Life Center, Lancaster, Ohio, for the past seventeen...

Billy J. Paskins Sr.

Billy J. Paskins Sr.

Jul 11, 2025

Billy J. Paskins Sr., 62, of Lancaster, passed away on July 11, 2025 at his residence. He was born to Nancy Hanley and the late Stanley Paskins Sr. on August 28, 1962.

When your heart shatters into a billion pieces, and one of the people who has always been there to help mend a broken heart, to share all the ups...

Donald L. Konkler Jr.

Donald L. Konkler Jr.

Jul 11, 2025

Donald L. Konkler Jr., 64, of Lancaster, passed away on July 11, 2025 at his residence. He was born December 28, 1960 in Columbus, OH.

Don was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was hard-working, a good father, and enjoyed science fiction.

He is survived by his son, Matthew (Melissa) Konkler; step-son, Mitchell Acton; sister, Vicky (Bill) Wilson;...

Earl Russell

Earl Russell

Jul 5, 2025

Earl Russell, age 74, passed away on July 5, 2025, surrounded by love and laughter—just the way he lived. Born on March 21, 1951, Earl was known for his ornery sense of humor and unwavering reliability. He had a special gift for making people laugh, even in the toughest moments, and he never met a problem he couldn’t fix—or a...

Mary Ellen Clum

Mary Ellen Clum

Jul 4, 2025

Mary Ellen Clum, 90, Baltimore, Ohio, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Mt. Carmel East Hospital of an apparent heart attack.

Mary was retired from 3M. In her earlier years, she enjoyed doing housekeeping for family and dear friends.

She was a member of the Baltimore VFW 3761 Auxiliary, Buckeye Lake Eagles 2801, Pickerington Legion Post 11 and Pickerington Moose...

Mary R. (nee Woodward) Graybill

Mary R. (nee Woodward) Graybill

Jul 3, 2025

Mary R. (nee Woodward) Graybill, of Lancaster, passed away on July 3, 2025, at Main Street Terrace. She was born to the late John and Ruth Woodward on March 4, 1928, in Clearport, OH.

Mary was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. She was a talented artist, seamstress and quilter. Mary was the best mother in the universe who was also...

Patricia "Patty" M. Moore

Patricia "Patty" M. Moore

Jul 2, 2025

Patricia “Patty” M. Moore, 70, died early on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the Pickering House.

Patty was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan.

She is survived by her husband Charles L. Moore; children Leslie Moore and Matthew (Amber) Moore; step-granddaughter Jessey Rodgers; and half brother Mike Downhour.

A graveside service will be held in Hampson Cemetery, Pleasantville, OH on Monday, July, 7, 2025...

Terry S. Jones

Terry S. Jones

Jun 30, 2025

Terry S. Jones 80 of Reynoldsburg, Ohio formerly of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025 at Arbors at Carroll Rehabilitation Center.

She was born in the Philippines to the late Julian and Consuelo Sabularse.

Terry was retired from Lucent Technologies with 28 years of service. She enjoyed gambling, playing bingo, and the Lottery. She loved playing euchre with her...

Loy "Sonny" Eugene Fauble Jr

Loy "Sonny" Eugene Fauble Jr

Jun 29, 2025

Loy “Sonny” Fauble Jr., 78, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025. He was born on Thursday, June 5, 1947, to the late Loy Fauble Sr and Mary (Ankrom) Fauble.

Loy was a graduate of Lancaster High School Class of 1963 and served in the Army at Fort Hood in Texas and Fort Gordon in Georgia. He worked...

Steven C. Smith

Steven C. Smith

Jun 29, 2025

Steven C. Smith, age 69, was a man who walked this earth with a quiet, unwavering strength, left us on June 29, 2025, at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on August 20, 1955, in Lancaster, Ohio, and was raised in Amanda, Steven’s journey through life was marked by his impressive career as an Ironworker, his boundless intellect, and...

Daniel P. Hock

Daniel P. Hock

Jun 27, 2025

Daniel P. Hock, age 65, a beloved figure whose life was marked by creativity and passion, passed away on June 27, 2025, at Fairfield Medical Center. Born on January 2, 1960, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Dan's journey through life was filled with an unwavering commitment to his work and his garden.

Dan began his career at Achor Hocking, where he laid the...

Luther "Ky" T. Hummel, Jr.

Luther "Ky" T. Hummel, Jr.

Jun 26, 2025

Luther “Ky” T. Hummel, Jr., 96, passed peacefully and went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

Luther was born in Luzern County PA. He was a graduate of Lake Township High School class of 1946. As a young man he served in The United States Army Air Corps and spent time in Japan. He primarily lived...