Local Ohio Obituaries

Apr 9, 2018

Mary Josephine Voss, a longtime resident of Lancaster, Ohio, died Monday, April 9, 2018 at Pickering House in Lancaster.

Mary Jo, or “Jo” as she was commonly known, was born on December 21, 1931 in Fond du Lac Wisconsin, the daughter of Helen and Allan Edgarton and sister of Dan and Rob Edgarton. Jo graduated from the...

Apr 5, 2018

Johanna “Ms. Joni” Eckfeld, born January 11th, 1995 passed away at home this past Thursday, April 5th, 2018. She is survived by her parents, Tom and Linda Eckfeld, many siblings and extended family. Joni was a true hero who encouraged us without using words and led the way without walking. She embraced us even without the ability to move....

Apr 4, 2018

Barbara Ellen Pullman, age 85 of Lancaster, died April 4th, 2018 at Crestview Skilled Nursing Home. She was born to the late George and Dorothy Carder Pullman, on July 6th, 1932 in Carmel, CA. Barbara is survived by her siblings, George (Shirley) Pullman, Susan Pullman, and Ruth Hollenbeck, her children, Susan (Dick) Paulus of Lancaster, David Brothers of FL,...

Apr 1, 2018

Gary Lee Souders, 68 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, April 1, 2018 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

He was a block tender for the Local Union 423 and he loved sports, boating and spending time with his friends.

Gary is survived by his children, Tami Eslich, Gary Souders, Kyle...

Mar 28, 2018

Joan C. (Kinser) Phillips, age 83, of Thornville, passed away on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at the Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was born on November 21, 1934 in Lancaster to the late Clifford and Frances (Branum) Kinser.

Joan was an Honors graduate of Thurston High School, class of 1953; a 1954 graduate of the Naval...

Mar 27, 2018

Alpha Stahr Hill, 91 of Millersport, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at her residence.

She was a member of Pleasant Chapel Church of God.

Alpha is survived by her sons, Larry D. Stahr of Millersport, Ohio and Donald Stahr of Macksburg, Ohio; daughters, Lola Ann Reynolds of Cave Junction, Oregon, Brenda Joan...

Mar 26, 2018

Sandra Louise Kinder, age 77 of Thornville, died on March 26th, 2018 at Mt Carmel East. She was born to the late Fred and Agnes Howls Grove, on April 25th, 1940. She was a wonderful mother and wife, who raised four boys. She enjoyed watching NASCAR and was an amazing cook. Sandra will be greatly missed by all who...

Mar 26, 2018

John Paul Butler, 85, of Lancaster, passed peacefully, with his loving family by his side on Monday, March 26, 2018. John served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a graduate of St. Mary Catholic High School in German Village. A graduate of Capital University where he also excelled at football. He was inducted into the Capital University Football Hall...

Mar 25, 2018

Ida Jane Snyder 77 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, March 25, 2018 at her residence.

She was a retired accountant for Amanda-Clearcreek Local School with 25 years of service.

Ida is survived by her son, Scott (Elizabeth) Snyder of Lancaster, Ohio; daughter, Kim (Larry) Trimmer of Lancaster, Ohio; grandchildren, Benjamin, Jessika, Zachary and Samuel...

Mar 25, 2018

Patrick G. Agosta, 84 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was born on December 19, 1933 in Lancaster, Ohio. He was a graduate of Lancaster High School class of 1953, a Korean Conflict veteran serving in the US Air Force and retired from Anchor Hocking Glass...

Mar 24, 2018

Melvin Moore, 96, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Great-Great-Grandfather, Friend, Mentor, Role Model, and exceptional Entrepreneur entered eternal life on Saturday, March 24, 2018. Anyone having the privilege to call Melvin one or more of the above is truly blessed. His extraordinary journey began on November 15, 1921 in Lancaster, Ohio when his parents, Alvin and Anna Moore...

Mar 20, 2018

Rollin “Butch” E. Pullins 75 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at his residence.

He was born on January 13, 1943 in Pomeroy, Ohio to the late Raymond and Harriet (Bearhs) Pullins. He was a Vietnam veteran serving in the US Air Force and was retired forklift operator for Pleasure Craft Marine...

Mar 18, 2018

Raymond “Ray” Hieatt, 74 of Lancaster, Ohio died Sunday morning, March 18, 2018.

He was born on May 25, 1943 in Corbin, Kentucky to his late father, Herman Hieatt. Raymond was retired from Crown Zellerbach in Baltimore, Ohio and from Chuck’s Mower and Saw Shop in Lancaster, Ohio. He enjoyed fishing and cutting fire wood.

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Mar 18, 2018

Joseph Michael “Joe” Lupo, age 87, passed away on March 18th, 2018 at Fairfield Medical Center. The eldest of four sons, he was born to the late Joe and Mary (Resick) Lupo on January 11th, 1931 in St. Louis, Missouri. After his sweetheart moved with her family to Columbus, Joe followed suit to have her hand in marriage. A beloved...

Mar 18, 2018

Carl J. Gossell, 90, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018, at Reflections Assisted Living Facility. Preceded in death by his wife of over 60 years, Wanda; his mother, Marvine Uhl; and brother, Russell Gossell. He is survived by his son, David; daughter, Carla; daughter-in-law, Janet; and grandson, Jordan. Carl loved working with tools and owned his own machine shop....

Mar 15, 2018

John Milbaugh, 60, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2018, at Fairfield Medical Center. John is survived by his daughter, Carolyn Milbaugh (fiance, Webb Adelsperger); son, Jacob Milbaugh; granddaughter, Destiny Lee; brothers, Mike (Tina) Milbaugh and Dave Milbaugh; special friends, Darryl Nester and Lisa Milbaugh; and aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other extended family. John was preceded in...

Mar 15, 2018

Richard J. Albert 45 of Lancaster, Ohio died Thursday, March 15, 2018. Caring Cremation to take place.

Mar 13, 2018

Norma Jean Johnson, 87, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at Arbor at Carroll.

She was born on March 22, 1930 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late John E and Elsie (Worden) Stilwell. Jean was a retired cook for the Fairfield Medical Center with 15 years of service and a member of Faith Memorial Church....

Mar 11, 2018

James E. Raymond age 74 passed away at the Pickering House. Caring Cremation has taken place through the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME. Cremation Sunday, March 11, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Phyllis M. Logue, 71, of Millersport, Ohio formerly of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Sunday, March 11, 2018 at Arlington Court in Columbus, Ohio.

She was born on June 10, 1946 in Pikeville, Kentucky to the late Alf and Rachel (Branham) Tackett.

Phyllis was the youngest of 14 children. She is survived by her husband...