Local Ohio Obituaries

Oct 9, 2011

Roley Melinda “Linda” A. Roley 61 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, October 9, 2011 at her residence. She was a graduate of Berne Union High School and an avid Ohio State Buckeye fan. She is survived by her son, James L. (Lisa Wirth) Roley, Jr. of Gahanna, Ohio; daughter Brandie (Monte) Seager of Lancaster, Ohio; grandchildren, Jarod and Taylor;...

Oct 7, 2011

Michael E. Butterbaugh, 52, of Rushville, died on Friday, October 07, 2011, at the Pickering House. Michael is survived by his loving wife, Connie Hill Butterbaugh; daughters, Crystal Butterbaugh, Jennifer (Paul) Stephenson, and Michelle Butterbaugh (boyfriend, Anthony Walls); grandchildren, Zach Butterbaugh, Phillip Miller, Wyatt Young, Thomas Stephenson, Emily Stephenson, and Rachael Stephenson; brother, Lee (Dolly) Butterbaugh; sisters, Diana Kosch,...

Oct 5, 2011

Simons Suzanne Timberlake Simons 75 of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 with her loving children at her side and Frank Sinatra playing in the background. She was the Executive Director for the Fairfield County Unit of the American Cancer Society for 11 years and a member of the ABWA. She also greatly enjoyed her 9 years...

Oct 4, 2011

Sarah K. Renko, age 24, of Lancaster died as a result of an auto accident on October 4th, 2011. She was a member of St. Mary in Bremen. She was a 2005 graduate of Fairfield Union High School and earned her Associates Degree from Ohio University Lancaster. She worked as a desk clerk at the Best Western in Pickerington. She...

Oct 4, 2011

Robberts Helen Mae Robberts 79 of Thornville, Ohio went to be with her Savior on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was a member of Church of Good Hope and Olivedale Senior Citizens Center. She was married on February 4, 1955 to Carl E. Robberts for 56 years; children, Brenda (Dick Mentz) Swyers of Lancaster, Ohio,...

Oct 3, 2011

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John F. “Jack” Wharton, 82, of Lancaster, died on Monday, October 3, 2011, at the Pickering House. Jack is survived by his wife, Betty Wharton; children, Jeff Wharton, Jim (Pam) Wharton, Bill (Lori) Wharton, Clarise (Bill) Raymond, and Scott Wharton; grandchildren, Ryan (Cindy Kraft) Wharton, Jon Wharton, Katelyn Harcha; and special canine companion, Pandora. Jack was preceded in...

Oct 3, 2011

Gwendolyn Lois (Liddle) Burns, age 92, of Lancaster, formerly of Zanesville, passed away at the Pickering House on October 3rd, 2011. She was born May 30, 1919 at St. Clairsville, OH to her parents, Harry Hudson and Flora (Mobley) Liddle. She was a member of the first United Methodist Church, she was a WWII Navy Veteran, she was a...

Oct 3, 2011

Robert A. Elam age 65, of Thurston, OH died at his residence on Sunday October 2nd, 2011. He was a retired Lt. from the Fairfield Co. Sheriff Dept. with 18 years of service. He was in the US Air Force, and was a member of the Little White Church in Jesus's Name. Robert was survived by his wife of 34...

Oct 2, 2011

Ford Melinda S. Clark Ford 54 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, October 2, 2011 at her residence. She is survived by her son, Nathan Russell Hayes of Albuquerque, NM; daughter, Michelle Lynn (Daniel) Black of Chatsworth, CA; granddaughters, Linda Darlene Ison of NM and Samantha Grace Black of CA; sister, Darlene (Michael) Burba and brother, Timothy Hendricks all of...

Oct 2, 2011

Evans James “Jim” W. Evans, Jr. 46 of Lancaster, Ohio went home to be with his Savior on Sunday, October 2, 2011 at the Pickering House. Jim was a car salesman for Bob-Boyd Ford, a graduate of Lancaster High School Class of 1984 and enjoyed camping fishing and working on cars. He is survived by his wife of 13...

Sep 26, 2011

Bernard “Hank” Osterhage Jr., age 85, of Lancaster, died September 26th, 2011 at Rockmill Nursing Center. He served in WWII in the Army Air Force as a B-29 tail gunner. He was at Ohio University graduating Phi Beta Kappa and attended Wisconsin Graduate School. With his father and mother Bernard and Lucille Osterhage they founded Hillside Garden Center in 1955...

Sep 26, 2011

William “Bill” Lohnes, age 70, of Lancaster, passed away at his residence on Monday September 26th, 2011. He was an avid Hunter and Buckeye fan. He belonged to the Lancaster VFW, the Lancaster 955 Moose, past president of the Buckeye Moose Legion 192, a Lifetime Member of Ohio Moose Counsel of Higher Degree, he was a member of Angler’s...

Sep 21, 2011

Robert E. “Butch” Graham, 70, of Lancaster, died on Wednesday, September 21, 2011, at his home. Butch was a 1959 graduate of Lancaster High School and worked for 36 years in the Anchor Hocking Box Shop. Butch was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #2120 and the 40 et 8. He loved bowling, hunting, and fishing....

Sep 19, 2011

Michael G. Harrison, age 60, of Baltimore, passed away Monday morning September 19th, 2011 at his residence. He worked for 32 years as a machinist for Ralston Foods. He is a member of the VFW #1388 and # 3761 and is a Mason. He is survived by his daughters, Holly (Rodney) Vance of Lancaster and Mechelle (Christopher) Harrison of...

Sep 17, 2011

An obituary is not available at this time for Infant Colton McCoy Cox. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sep 15, 2011

Beverly Roe, 68, Lancaster, died on Thursday, September, 15, 2011, at the Pickering House. Beverly was a member of the Groveport United Methodist Church. She owned and operated Bev’s House of Beauty for 30 years in Ashville, Ohio. Beverly also enjoyed teaching for 15 years at the Ohio State School of Cosmetology. Beverly is survived by her husband of 30...

Sep 14, 2011

Mary “Mog” Perry, age 84, of Lancaster, passed away at her daughters residence surrounded by her family on Wednesday, September 14th, 2011. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church, Elks Lodge #570, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Olivedale Senior Citizens. She is survived by her Daughters, Carolyn (Tom) Rettinger of Imperial PA; and Patty (Jim) Van Horn of...

Sep 12, 2011

Richard S. Powell, 63, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2011, at his home. Richard is survived by his sons, Zach Powell, Ben Powell, and Shawn Powell; mother, Donna Powell; brother, Jeff Powell; and sister, Sue Powell. Following Richard’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements were made with the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home & Crematory.

Sep 11, 2011

Frances Reaver, 72, of Rushville, died on Sunday, September 11, 2011, at her home. Frances was a devoted member of Rushville United Methodist Church. She was a regular participant in the Emmaus Walk. Frances deeply loved and cared for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Frances is survived by her husband, Paul Reaver; son, Ralph (Barbara) Fetherolf III of Rushville;...

Sep 10, 2011

Bennett George E. Bennett, Jr. 34 of Centerville, Georgia former resident of Pleasantville, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon, Georgia. He was a graduate of Fairfield Union High School Class of 1994 and earned a degree from ITT Tech in Dayton, Ohio. He was a general manager for PSP...