Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Mio Sugimoto

Mio Sugimoto

Dec 1, 2023

With Jesus in his heart, Miomaru “Mio” Sugimoto passed away on December 1, 2023, at the incredible age of 100, at Altercare in Thornville, OH.

Born in California, he helped raise his 8 siblings. After Pearl Harbor, he and his family were relocated to an internment camp in Arkansas. Then, he served in the US Army during WWII. Mio...

James F. Simon, Jr.

James F. Simon, Jr.

Nov 30, 2023

James F. Simon Jr., 92, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on November 30, 2023 at the Fairhope Hospice Pickering House.

James was born in Bayonne, NJ to Margaret M. Simon (Sullivan) and James F. Simon Sr. on April 23, 1931. He was a graduate of Bayonne High School in 1949 and Rutgers University in 1967 with a Bachelor of Science...

Randy Lee Evans

Randy Lee Evans

Nov 29, 2023

Randy Lee Evans, 66, passed away on November 29, 2023. He was born to the late Othel and Freda Evans on June 10, 1957 in Chillicothe, OH.

Randy was a registered nurse who worked for many years at Fairfield Medical Center. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially to fish and hunt. He, along with his wife, adored their four legged baby,...

Cynthia L. Meachem

Cynthia L. Meachem

Nov 24, 2023

Cynthia Lea Meachem, 54, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, November 24, 2023. She was born February 5, 1969 to Robert and Judith Meachem.

Before her illness, Cynthia worked as a home health aide for Interim Health. She loved being outdoors. Some of her favorite hobbies included fishing, mushroom hunting, going on boat rides, and...

Theron "Keith" Repp

Theron "Keith" Repp

Nov 21, 2023

Lancaster - Theron “Keith” Repp, 87, died Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at the Pickering House.

We lost a father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and a friend to many. However, heaven gained a devoted Christian. Keith was a 1954 graduate of Hilliard High School, and attended Ohio University. He joined the Ohio National Guard as a photographer and later earned his...

Barbara A. Carruthers

Barbara A. Carruthers

Nov 20, 2023

 

Barbara A. Carruthers, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023, at Cranberry Park in Canal Winchester. Born on April 15, 1931, Barbara led a remarkable life filled with love, joy, and cherished memories.Barbara dedicated many years of her career to South Central Power as an office administrator. Her strong work ethic and...

Johannes A. Faber

Johannes A. Faber

Nov 19, 2023

Johannes A. Faber, 89 of Baltimore Ohio, passed away November 19, 2023 at Fairhope Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio.  He was born to Josef and Johanna Faber on June 13, 1934 in Duisburg Hamborn, Germany.

He was an United States Army Veteran and served during the Korean War.

Johannes is survived by his loving wife, 2 nieces and a...

Robert E. "Bob" Loy

Robert E. "Bob" Loy

Nov 18, 2023

Robert E. “Bob” Loy, 90, of Amanda, passed away on November 18, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born to the late Jennings and Mary Opal Loy on July 21, 1933 in Lancaster, OH.

Bob was a proud member of the United States Army. He drove for many years for the Coca Cola Company, and...

Tammy L. Davis

Tammy L. Davis

Nov 17, 2023

Tammy L. Davis, of Baltimore, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 17, 2023 at the FairHoPe Hospice Pickering House. She was born to the late Theodore and Joan Lee on July 17, 1955 in Columbus, OH.

Tammy married the love of her life, Robert, on May 27, 1978. Together they coached youth soccer, expanding the program for the...

Lee C. Davidson, III

Lee C. Davidson, III

Nov 16, 2023

Mr. Lee C. Davidson, III resided in Lancaster, Ohio. He was a member of New Life Christian. He was a United States Veteran. He went to Daily, Dolan, Beecher High and graduated from Northern High School. Lee played basketball, Lee worked various jobs in retail, volunteered at his church and loved the Lord. 

Mr. Lee C. Davidson leaves to cherish...

Edward D Manbevers

Edward D Manbevers

Nov 13, 2023

Edward D. Manbevers, a beloved member of the community of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2023, at Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was born on June 13, 1941, in Cleveland to the late Donald and Margaret Sowers Manbevers. Throughout his life, Edward made an indelible impact on those who were fortunate enough to know him.Edward dedicated his career...

Nelson "Bud" Allison

Nelson "Bud" Allison

Nov 12, 2023

Nelson “Bud” Allison, 71, of Millersport, passed away at his residence on November 12, 2023. He was born to the late Nelson and Mary Allison on October 16, 1952 in Columbus, OH.

Bud enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking, and was a proud father and papaw.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Sally Allison; daughters, Alyssa (Joe)...

Lowell T. Karcher

Lowell T. Karcher

Nov 10, 2023

Lancaster - Lowell T. Karcher, 86, passed away surrounded by his loved ones, in the comfort of his home, Friday, November 10, 2023.

He was born to the late Ernest H. and Elsie L. (Taylor) Karcher on July 24, 1937. Lowell retired, December 1999, from Ameritech as a Telephone Technician with 30 years of service. He truly loved his job...

Joyce Ann Deantes

Joyce Ann Deantes

Nov 9, 2023

Joyce Ann Deantes, a remarkable individual who dedicated her life to serving others and spreading joy, passed away on November 9, 2023, in Lancaster. She was born on November 29, 1954, and leaves behind an incredible legacy that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.Throughout her career as a federal loan officer for the...

Patricia "Pat" Logue

Patricia "Pat" Logue

Nov 7, 2023

Patricia “Pat” Logue (74) passed away peacefully in her home located in Lancaster, Ohio on November 7th holding the hand of her loving son.

Patricia was born February 12th, 1949 in Covington, Kentucky. She was the second of six children born to Bertha Welch and raised by Otis and Wanda Jackson.

Patricia is survived by her significant other, Larry Stultz...

Barbara Reinsheld Gloyd Beatty

Barbara Reinsheld Gloyd Beatty

Nov 6, 2023

Barbara Reinsheld Gloyd Beatty, a devoted homemaker and loving mother, passed away peacefully at OSU Medical Center on November 6, 2023. Born on May 29, 1952, Barbara's life was filled with warmth, love, and a deep commitment to her family.Barbara dedicated her life to raising her children with immense love and care. She found joy in being a homemaker, creating...

Karen Sue Duggan

Karen Sue Duggan

Nov 6, 2023

Karen Sue Duggan, 76, of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 at the Ohio State University Medical Center. 

She was born in Lloydsville, Ohio on December 2, 1946 to Perman and Dorothy (Lunsford) Sayre. Karen was raised in Belmont, where she attended Belmont Elementary and Union Local High School. She participated in 4H, and was the Belmont County...

Larry Julius Shook

Larry Julius Shook

Nov 5, 2023

Larry Julius Shook, 70, died Sunday, November 5, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center. 

Larry was born in Sistersville, WV July 11, 1953 to Vernon Shook and Verna (Matthews) Shook. He was fond of bowling in his younger years. Larry was a gun enthusiast, and enjoyed shooting. Alongside these active pursuits, Larry liked to watch television, with NCIS being one of...

Marilyn S. Ritchie

Marilyn S. Ritchie

Nov 5, 2023

Marilyn S. Ritchie, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2023, at Fairfield Medical Center. Born on December 26, 1949, in Chillicothe, OH, Marilyn lived a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and unwavering commitment.Marilyn's journey began with her education at Westerville High School, where she graduated in 1968. Following her studies, she embarked on a fulfilling career as a mortgage...

Janet Ann Ziniach

Janet Ann Ziniach

Nov 4, 2023

 

A beautiful, strong, sweet and salty, force of nature, loving, devoted, woman of God wascalled Home to Heaven at 7:45 pm on Saturday, November 4, 2023.Janet was born in 1943 to William Isaac Henthorn and Nina Bethel Hopkins Henthorn.She was preceded in death by her sister, Betty, then her mother, Bethel, and her father,William. Living as her legacy are...