Local Ohio Obituaries
Richard "Dick" Clarence Carpenter
Aug 21, 2026
Richard “Dick” Clarence Carpenter 86 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the Pickering House after complications from a fall at home.
Dick was born on March 12, 1940, in Willard, Ohio to Raymond Chester Carpenter and Pauline Ruth (Ballard) Carpenter. Dick graduated from Jackson High School and then went on to serve in the Army National...
Russell William "Bill" Eccard
Aug 21, 2026
Russell William “Bill” Eccard, 88, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on August 21, 2026, peacefully in his home. Born on February 17, 1938, at home in Washington Township, Circleville, Ohio, the son of the late Russell Calvin and Alice Bowers Eccard. He was also predeceased by his son, Michael, and his two sisters, Mary E. Evans and Jo Ann Gilbert.
He...
Ronal Bob Wright
Aug 17, 2026
Ronal Bob Wright, 86, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, leaving behind a loving family and a lifetime of memories to cherish.
Ronal was born on October 8, 1939, in Indiana to Robert and Vondola Wright. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy and later retired from the United States Air Force. His dedication...
Ernest James Morris
Aug 17, 2026
Ernest James "EJ" Morris, 95, died on Monday, August 17, 2026 at Primrose Memory Care.
He was born April 12, 1931 in Whitaker, PA to the late James Thomas and Rosina (Casper) Morris.
Ernie’s commitment to service began early in his life. As a Sergeant in the US Army during the Korean War, he proudly served his country, working in the radio...
Kenneth Warner Jr.
Aug 13, 2026
Kenneth Eugene Warner Jr., age 74, of Orient, Ohio, formerly of Lancaster, passed away. He was born on March 10, 1952, in Lancaster, Ohio, to the late Kenneth Eugene Warner Sr. and Virgean Carroll Warner.
Kenneth worked in refrigeration repair, proudly working alongside his brother, Boyd, for many years.
He is survived by his son, Kenneth (Leslie) Warner III; sister, Betty (Don)...
Frederick G. McClung
Aug 12, 2026
Frederick G. McClung, 90, died Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at the Pickering House.
Fred was born in Sutton, West Virginia May 2, 1936 to the late James and Rosetta (Bennett) McClung. He worked for Western and Southern Insurance for over 30 years. Fred enjoyed camping, and going on fishing trips in Canada. He was good with his hands, whether it was...
Ruth L. Shafer
Aug 11, 2026
Ruth L. Shafer 82 of Pleasantville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born in St. Paris, Ohio on February 14, 1944 to the late Charles and Nina Scott.
She was a graduate of Graham Local High School, St. Paris: attended Urbana College and The Ohio State University. Ruth was retired from the Frank...
William Brent Wright
Aug 9, 2026
William Brent Wright, 71, of Lancaster, passed away on August 9, 2026. He was born to the late William “Bill” and Pearlene Wright on July 27, 1955 in Parkersburg, WV.
William was a proud United States Army Veteran, achieving the rank of Sargent.
He is survived by his long time partner, Cathi Wright.
He was preceded in death by his son, Jeremy Wright;...
Braden Dunwoody
Aug 8, 2026
Braden Dunwoody, age 18, passed away unexpectedly following a tragic truck accident.
Braden was born on December 21, 2007, in Zanesville, Ohio. He was a graduate of Logan High School and played football for New Lexington, where he filled various positions and became known for making great tackles. He brought enthusiasm, determination, and heart to the field.
Braden was almost always smiling...
Rebecca "Becky" McCann
Aug 7, 2026
After a life beautifully lived and deeply loved, Rebecca “Becky” McCann, of Millersport, Ohio, was called home to Heaven. Though we will miss her every day, we find comfort in believing she has found the everlasting peace she so richly deserves.
Born on June 29, 1952, Becky lived a life centered on the people she loved most. She dedicated much of...
Sandra "Sandi" Kay Mickey
Aug 6, 2026
Sandra Kay Mickey, 60, of Bexley, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
Sandi was born April 17th, 1966, to Mary Joyce Neff and Todd Eggleston in Bexley, Ohio. Sandi grew up in two places she called home, one in Bexley and one in Alabama, where she spent every summer from age seven. She graduated from Bexley...
Michael “Brooks” Lybrook
Aug 5, 2026
Michael “Brooks” Lybrook; 79 of Canal Winchester, passed away on August 5, 2026. He was born in Indianapolis, IN on April 26, 1947, to the late Arnold and Sharlot Lybrook.
Brooks enjoyed the outdoors as shown through his love of gardening, golfing and boating. He also enjoyed NASCAR, auctioning and being a food “connoisseur”. Brooks and his wife were snowbirds, visiting...
Della Naomi McCullough
Aug 4, 2026
Della Naomi McCullough, 83, of Lakeland, FL and formerly of Thornville passed away on August 4, 2026. She was born to the late Fred and Augusta (Eads) Bradford on February 2, 1943, in Lancaster, OH.
Della enjoyed crafting and being creative. Her hobbies included creating stained glass, photography and crocheting. She was a lifetime Christian and loved going to church. The...
Thomas "Tim" M. Garnette
Aug 4, 2026
Thomas “Tim” Garnette, affectionately known as “The Silver Fox,” age 79, of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away on August 4, 2026, at the Pickering House with his family by his side.
Tim was born on October 12, 1946, in Arkansas, to his late parents, Thomas and Lillian Jenkins Garnette. He was also preceded in death by his older sister, Sandy...
Cory M. Raver
Aug 4, 2026
Cory M. Raver, 43, of Lancaster, passed away on August 4, 2026 at the OSU Medical Center. He was born to the late Timothy and Janet Raver on September 22, 1982, in Lancaster.
Cory was a 2001 Graduate of Liberty Union and was a member of the Pickerington Moose Lodge. He worked for 24 years at Farber Specialty as a craftsman...
Bill Drum
Aug 4, 2026
William Ernest Drum passed away on August 4, 2026. He was born September 7, 1950, and raised in Rushville, Ohio. William graduated from Fairfield Union High School in 1968 and later made his home in Farmington Hills, Michigan, where he lived for 27 years.
In 1970, William joined the United States Marine Corps and served six years on active duty, working...
Sandra Rae Hostutler
Aug 1, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Sandra Rae Hostutler (Gaskins). On August 1, 2026, at the age of 87, Sandra was called home to be with her Lord and Savior.
Sandra was born on August 9, 1938, in Barrackville, West Virginia, to Fay and Beulah (Musgrove) Gaskins.
On December...
Debra L. Antes
Jul 31, 2026
Debra L. Antes 71 of Lancaster, Ohio went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 31, 2026 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born in Lancaster, Ohio on March 21, 1955 to the late David and Dorothy Mathias. She was a Lancaster High School graduate, Class of 1973.
Debra was a retired day care teacher with a...
Karen S. Lamb
Jul 30, 2026
Karen S. Lamb, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 30, 2026, at the age of 66. Born on September 20, 1959, in Lancaster, Ohio, Karen was the cherished daughter of the late Robert and Mary Elizabeth Marcinko Bibler. Throughout her life, Karen epitomized strength, devotion, and compassion, qualities that defined her presence and also the legacy...
Fred B. Hill
Jul 29, 2026
Fred B. Hill, 89, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on July 29, 2026.
In his own words:
“I was the second child born to Henry Layten Hill and Delta Vivian (Mayfield) Hill. Dad and Mom had met as students at Eastern Teachers college in Richmond, Kentucky. I was born in a house on a wooded hillside sloping down...
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