Local Ohio Obituaries

Jan 1, 1970

Burl L. Weidner Jr. passed away on February 8, 2022 at Country Lane Gardens. He was born to the late Burl and Gertrude Weidner in Lancaster, OH.

Burl is survived by his children, Melvin, Jeff, Roger, and Jeri; several grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Rhonda Jane...

Jan 1, 1970

Kathryn Ann Saunders, 82, of Baltimore, passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Jack F. and Bettyann Garwick.

Kathryn is survived by her husband, Theodore R. Saunders, whom she married in December of 1957; children, Robert (Dodie) Saunders of Baltimore, Ann (Richard) Dailey of Zanesville, Michael (Stacey) Saunders of Lancaster,...

Jan 1, 1970

In loving memory of a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister.

Gwendolyn spent 40+ years of her life giving every day, and taking care of others less fortunate as a nursing aid in countless homes.

Gwendolyn is survived by her fur baby, Blazer; daughters, Lisa Clarkson, Gena (Mike) Callentine, Anna Hunt-Pulver, and Paula (Buzz)...

Jan 1, 1970

Chris Bayer, 60, of Lancaster, passed away on November 16, 2021 at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born to the late Paul and Marilyn Bayer in Columbus, OH.

Chris was a dedicated husband who loved his children and grandchildren.  He was a hard worker and stayed very busy.  He won the hearts of many people in...

Jan 1, 1970

Dale ”Gene” Wilson, age 73 of Columbus, died October 7th, 2021 at Mt. Carmel East.  He was born on May 22, 1948 in Lancaster, to the late Raymond and Nellie Klinger Wilson. He was in the US. Army.  He attended the Salvation Army, enjoyed gold prospecting, wood working, fishing, creating oil paintings, metallurgy, harnessing the power of explosives, and...

Jan 1, 1970

Lloyd “Mac” McWilliams passed away peacefully at home, October 10, 2021. Born in 1927 to Sanford and Marcia McWilliams in Hamden, Ohio, as an only child. He graduated from Mifflin High School in 1945. Mac was a WWII veteran who proudly served in the US Army Air Force. He married his surviving wife, Mary Ellen Thatcher, in June 26,...

Jan 1, 1970

Geneva Eileen Speakman, 64, of Baltimore Ohio passed away unexpectedly Thursday September 23rd 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years Jeff Speakman ,infant son Cash Speakman, and mother Shelby Hollenbaugh. Eileen was a bookkeeper/ accountant for most of her career retiring from Suburban Steel Supply. Eileen is survived by her sons Chris (Talisa),Ethan (Sarah),...

Jan 1, 1970

Gary R. Reef Sr. passed away Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Embassy of Pickerington. He graduated from Liberty Union, class of ’64. Gary proudly served in the USMC for 4 years.

He was a hard worker all his life. He was a very active member at VFW Post 3761, where he served in various capacities including Commander...

Jan 1, 1970

Marilyn Sue Clum, age 82 of Baltimore died at Mt. Carmel East on Sept 19, 2021.  She retired from Victoria Secret Outlet where she was an inventory specialist. Marilyn was an amazing grandmother and mother, who will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her son, Greg Clum; daughter, Kathy Clevenger; granddaughters, Jess (Brad) Drummonds and Angie...

Jan 1, 1970

Ronald G. Edwards, Sr. passed away peacefully Thursday., July 15, 2021. He was born to the late Normand and Lucille Edwards (Goldrick) in Columbus, Ohio.

Ron is survived by his wife, Candee and brother Mike Edwards (Cheryl). Loving father of Karen Edwards, Ronnie Jr. (Emily). Stepfather of Jason Nutter and Kricket Lucus. Proud grandfather of Jordan (Alyssa)...

Jan 1, 1970

James C. Bryant, Ph.D., Vice-President Emeritus of Ohio University, went to be with Our Lord on Friday, April 9th.  Jim would have been 90 on his birthday later in April.  Jim leaves his beloved wife, Jean L. Bryant, his sons Jamie and his wife Jayne Allen Bryant; Matthew; Christopher and his wife Britt Lundgren Bryant; grandchildren Christina...

Jan 1, 1970

Brian Kipling (Kip) Ellwood, passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021. Kip was born November 19, 1960 in Kansas City, MO. He was a 1979 graduate of Lancaster High School. Kip is survived by his brother, Brock and sister-in-law Maggie, and sister Ann, niece Sarah, and nephews Cooper, Colin and Carter.  Kip was preceded in death by his parents, Richard...

Jan 1, 1970

Bruce D. McAtee, age 75 of Lancaster, died Feb. 11, 2021, at home surrounded by family.  He was born to the late Harry and Gertrude Davis McAtee in Piqua, Ohio. The son of a plumber, he acquired no technical skills, which allowed his son to win a 'best design' trophy for a pinewood derby car that appeared to have...

Jan 1, 1970

Danny B. Turley Sr, age 92, of Thurston passed away on February 11th, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. Danny was born to the late Frank and Dorothy Cooperider Turley on January 30th, 1929 in Thurston Ohio.  He was the oldest living resident who was born and raised in Thurston. Danny graduated from Thurston High School in 1947. He was...

Jan 1, 1970

Sharyn nee Carpenter Waugh left the work and worry of the world to rest in peace with the Lord on December 6, 2020 at the age of 73.

She is survived by her husband Don, to whom she was both a wife and soul mate for 55 years; daughters, Tracy (Jim) Justus, Shelly (Sam) Eggleston, and Beth...

Jan 1, 1970

Joseph Anthony Cottrell, Sr., 48, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at the Genesis Perry County Emergency Department, Somerset, Ohio. He was born August 28, 1972 in Lancaster, Ohio. He graduated with a high school diploma and achieved some college. He became a self-employed handyman. He was a part of the Loyal Order of Moose...

Jan 1, 1970

Judy Altier, 80, of Lancaster, passed away on September 26, 2020 with loving family by her side.

Survived by daughters Kim Goodman and Kristan Altier, grandchildren Shawn and Kelly Goodman of Ontario Canada, Samantha and Dan Oana of Pickerington. Kelsey Goodman and Brian Pfister of Pickerington, Abagail Stanley and Kris Ferrell of Lancaster. 11 great grandchildren. Sister...

Jan 1, 1970

Marguerite Gamble of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, September the 12th, at the age of 99. She was married to Dr. Edward H. Gamble, whom she met on the steps of the Library at Ohio University. She was a Proud Bobcat, having graduated from OU (BA in Education). Her husband, three sons, and two grandsons are also graduates...

Jan 1, 1970

On September 5, 2020, Delmer H. Barr entered God's embrace after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Del was born to Ray and Velma Barr and raised in Glenford, OH. He was a 1965 graduate of Sheridan High School and a 1969 graduate of Ohio University. He enjoyed traveling to all 50 states...

Jan 1, 1970

Donna Cody, a longtime resident of Lancaster, Ohio died peacefully in the arms of her Lord on August 12, 2020 at the age of 85. Donna was preceded in death by her parents George Henry King and Donna King and brother, George R. King who died as a POW in the Korean War.

The loved ones grieving...