Local Ohio Obituaries

Jun 6, 2014

Lois M Garey, age 80 of Baltimore, died on Friday, June 6th, 2014 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born to her parents, Don and Pearl Ford Trimmer on November 1st, 1933 in Pickerington. She had a lifelong occupation as a hair dresser, fixing hair up until just a few months prior to her passing. She was an active member...

Jun 6, 2014

Zack Thomas Laughlin, age 16 of Lancaster, born June 20, 1997, died June 6th, 2014 in an auto accident. He played percussion in the Berne Union Marching Band and Wind Ensemble, was a member of the Honor Society, and was entering his senior year of High School. He enjoyed playing video games, hanging out with friends, and playing the...

Jun 4, 2014

Thomas Edward Hanna, 65 of Lancaster, born August 8, 1948, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2014, surrounded by his family and friends. Tom worked for Anchor Hocking for 5 years, and was retired from Premix/Venture where he drove a tow-motor for 28 years. He was also a painter at the Old County Home and had done various roofing jobs for...

Jun 4, 2014

Smith Eileen M. Smith 94 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 peacefully at her home. She was a member of the First united Methodist Church, Rebecca Circle, Women on the Home Front, a seamstress for the VA Hospital, volunteer at the Georgian Museum, election poll worker, Girl Scout Leader, Cub Scout Den Mother. Eileen is survived...

Jun 2, 2014

Floyd E. Shupe, age 79, of Baltimore died June 2nd, 2014 at his residence. Floyd was born on August 13th, 1934 to Le Roy and Lucille Edgington Shupe in Lancaster. Floyd retired from TWA after 38 years. He is survived by his two daughters, Kathleen (Dan) Roshon of Baltimore, Julie (Bryan) Sines of Worthington; grandchildren, Ashley (Nate) Byers of Madison,...

May 27, 2014

Andres Naomi E. Andres 87 of Lancaster, Ohio went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at Main Street Terrace Nursing Home. Naomi was an active member of the First English Lutheran Church until her illness prevented her from attending services. As the wife of a minister, she served the church in many capacities....

May 22, 2014

Floyd R. Henderson Jr., age 57 of Pleasantville, died at his residence surrounded by his loving family on May 22nd, 2014. Pete was a hero in his battle with lung cancer. He was born in Lancaster, on March 21, 1957 to his parents, Floyd R. and Betty E. Swick Henderson. Pete loved the Lord, and was a member of...

May 22, 2014

Robert “Rob” Austin, 58, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2014, at Doctors Hospital, Columbus. Rob was born March 22, 1956, in Ironton, Ohio. Rob is survived by his sons, Steven Austin and Rich Austin; granddaughter, Taylor Austin; beloved parents, Bob and Esther of Lakeland, Florida; sister, Denise Austin; and brother, Anthony Austin. Memorial service for Rob will...

May 20, 2014

Thomas Lee Lucas, age 74 of Lancaster, passed away at his residence on May 20th, 2014. He was born to Richard and Marjorie Short Lucas on July 14, 1940 in Lancaster. He was a member of the Lancaster and Logan Eagles and was also a member of Angler’s Paradise and was an avid fisherman who loved the outdoors. He...

May 20, 2014

Brandyberry Dorothy M. Brandyberry 94 of Lancaster, Ohio went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at the Pickering House. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, a loving and devoted Pastor’s wife. She attended Cleveland Bible College. Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Cathy (Ed) Helber of Lancaster, Ohio; sons, David Brandyberry...

May 18, 2014

Yarger Wanda Mae Nutter Yarger 82 of Lancaster, Ohio formerly of New Lexington, Ohio passed away Sunday, May 18, 2014 at her residence. She was retired from Diamond Power International Co. as a blue print reader. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, a volunteer at the church and traveled with Olivedale Senior Citizens. Her grandchildren were...

May 18, 2014

Lotrell Warren Lunsford

April 11, 2014 - May 18, 2014

Lunsford Lotrell Warren Lunsford 1 month old, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was the son of Dashawn Lunsford and O’Neal Blackburn of Lancaster, Ohio; grandparents, Dana and Doug Scarberry of Amanda, Ohio, and Danesha Lunsford of Columbus, Ohio;...

May 16, 2014

Kathy Poling, 57, of Junction City, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2014, at the Pickering House. Kathy was born June 11, 1956, in Columbus to the late Richard and Alice Podelco. Kathy is survived by her husband, Brian Poling; children, Alice (Jeff) of Junction City, Brian Jr. of Junction City, and Jennifer (Steve) of Columbus; grandchildren, Sammi Kerr, Nathaniel...

May 16, 2014

Loretta Clark, 74, Lancaster, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 16, 2014. Loretta was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend to so many. Loretta is survived by son, Bill Clark; daughter, Robin (Jeff) Patrick; and daughter, Dee (Jeff) Wright. Beloved grandma to Madison, Jalynn, Jenesa, Jennifer, Jacinda, and Katelyn. Great grandma to Kimberly and her future great...

May 13, 2014

Dr. John W. Furlow, 74, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2014. He was born May 3, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Furlow received his Ph.D. in U.S. history at the University of North Carolina, his M.A. from the University of Michigan, and his B.A. from Middlebury College (VT). He contributed to four books, published in numerous scholarly...

May 12, 2014

Bernadine “Bernie” Baker, 83, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2014, at the Pickering House. Bernie was born in Lancaster on June 13, 1930, the oldest of Florence and Bernard Griffith’s 3 children. Bernie’s involvement and volunteering in the Lancaster community started at the age of 15, with the Parks Department Summer Craft Recreation Program for playgrounds with...

May 10, 2014

Smith Nancy L. Smith 83 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Saturday, May 10, 2014 at the Pickering House. She was a retired real estate agent and a member of First English Lutheran Church. She is survived by her sons, Mark Smith of Lancaster, Ohio and Kirk Smith of Satellite, Florida; grandchildren, Alex and Tyler Smith both of Florida; great-granddaughter, Hadyn...

May 10, 2014

Martha "Marti" Allene Cook Gilkerson George went to be with the Lord on May 10th following a brief illness. Born on May 31, 1934, Martha enjoyed singing and leading choir in her church. While raising her family, she gardened, canned food and hosted many youth parties. Martha worked many years as a secretary where she was appreciated for her exemplary...

May 10, 2014

Young Carolyn M. Young 83 of Glenford, Ohio former resident of Lancaster, Ohio passed away On Saturday, May 10, 2014 at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center. She was owner of Carolyn’s Beauty Shop for over 20 years before retiring and a member of Sixth Avenue United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of Lancaster High School Class of...

May 9, 2014

Paul J. Morton, age 87, of Lancaster, died May 9th, 2014 at the Pickering House. He was born to Walter and Edna Claire Morton in Cincinnati on August 21st, 1926. He was an avid reader, who enjoyed learning. He was knowledgeable in a range of world affairs. He was a true historian. He served in the Army and was a...