Local Ohio Obituaries

Oct 31, 2023

Beulah Ann (Hobbs) Whitson, 82, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. 

She was born January 21, 1941 in Paducah, KY to the late George Damon and Beulah (Hardin) Hobbs. Beulah worked for a while as a pharmacy technician, although she spent most of her life as a homemaker and volunteer.  Beulah served as president of the TWIGS...

Oct 30, 2023

Bonita "Janie" Chapman, beloved wife, mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2023, at the Embassy of Winchester. She was born on May 15, 1946, in Pickerington, Ohio to the late Mr. and Mrs. Gibson.Janie was a remarkable woman who lived her life with an unparalleled zest and passion. She had an infectious personality that brightened every...

Oct 30, 2023

Bret Charles Walker, 54, of Lancaster, passed away at his home on October 30, 2023. He was born to Jennifer Crist and the late Charles Everett Walker on January 4, 1969.

Bret enjoyed Ohio State sports (especially football), and Rock n’ roll music. He was a giver with a heart of gold, who loved his mother greatly....

Oct 29, 2023

 

Lancaster, Ohio - David M. Warnock, 85, died at Fairhope Hospice on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023

David M. Warnock, 85, of Lancaster passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023. He was born July 25, 1938 in Canton, Ohio, to Raymond F. Warnock and Lillian (Gerber) Warnock.

After his high school graduation, David served in the US Naval Air Wing where...

Oct 29, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, Donald “Don” Paul Hostutler.  On Sunday, October 29, 2023, at age 86, Don was called home to be with his Lord and Savior.  Don was born on July 26, 1937, in Monongah, WV, to Joseph Paul and Iva Jane (McKinney) Hostutler.

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Oct 27, 2023

Lancaster - Billie Jean (Cundiff) Morarity, 79, died Friday, October 27, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center.

Billie was a member of the Amanda United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her children Marcy (Joseph) Boyer and Terry (Susie) Morarity; grandchildren Lacey, Kendall, and Rilee Morarity; step-grandchildren Timothy Schmus and Ashley Boch; step-great grandchildren Serenity Schmus,...

Oct 27, 2023

Dennis “DJ” Faught, 46, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 27, 2023. DJ was born April 5, 1977, to Dennis and Reba Faught in Glouster, Ohio

DJ’s life consisted of work, hobbies, and more than anything, his family. He was a job change supervisor at Anchor Hocking in Lancaster. DJ loved riding motorcycles, going...

Oct 27, 2023

Joyce A. Smeck 67 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023 at the Pickering House.

She was passionate about cooking, taking care of her grandchildren and her family.  She enjoyed watching her son and grandchildren play sports and would be at their events whenever possible.

Joyce is survived by her son, Garold...

Oct 25, 2023

Michael Fenton Bolar, 77, of Stoutsville, OH passed away on October 25, 2023 at his residence. He was born to the late Orville and Margueriet Bolar on August 24, 1946 in Lancaster, OH.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Elsie Bolar; daughters, Rebecca Smith of Lancaster, Sheri (John) Ratliff of Chillicothe, and Amy...

Oct 23, 2023

Mary E. Kramer, 80, of Lancaster, passed away on October 23, 2023. She was born to the late Harry and Ada Sisco on March 15, 1943.

She is survived by her sons, Kevin (Nicole) Kramer and Jason Scott Kramer; sister, Judy Westenbarger; grandchildren, Colton, Crystal, Juston, Peyton, and Bryton; and several nieces and nephews.

She...

Oct 22, 2023

Gwendola June Lattimer Cummans, age 85 of Sugar Grove, went to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, Oct. 22, 2023.  She was born to the late Pearl and Eudella Hite Lattimer on Jan. 13, 1938 in Thurston. She was a 1956 graduate of Rushville Union High School.  She was the loving wife of 51yrs to the late Rev....

Oct 20, 2023

Allen J. (AJ) Thrush, age 78, of Lancaster, passed away in a sudden accident on Oct 20, 2023. He received a BS degree from the Ohio State University and an MBA from the University of Montana. Lt. Colonel Thrush retired as an F-4 fighter pilot after 21 years in the United States Air Force and retired a second time...

Oct 20, 2023

Hal Lewis Lilly, age 85 of Lancaster, passed away Oct. 20, 2023 at Bickford of Lancaster. He was born on Feb. 17, 1938 to the late Joseph Gaspar and Emma Kelly Lilly in Beckley, WV.  He was a teacher in the LHS system retiring after 31 years, he taught at Amanda, Stanbery, and General Sherman.  He was a member...

Oct 18, 2023

Rose (Rosie) Marie Landis, 86, passed away on October 18, 2023, at the Pickering House in Lancaster, OH with three of her granddaughters at her side. She was born in Henderson, West Virginia on February 5, 1937, the only child of Robert Sayre and Dorothy Withers.

Rosie's father passed when she was five. Her path took her...

Oct 18, 2023

Robert “Bob” E. Jumper, Jr. 74 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023.

He was a proud Vietnam veteran where he served as a Staff Sargent in the US Air Force.  During his time in Vietnam he was part of the 37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service where he flew on the HH-53 Jolly...

Oct 17, 2023

Valeria (Val) Campbell Roth, 74, passed peacefully, with her family by her side and her husband holding her hand, on October 17, 2023. Per her wishes, Val’s final days were spent in the loving and compassionate care of the Fairhope Hospice’s Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio.

Val was born March 27, 1949, in Lancaster, Ohio, to Harry...

Oct 17, 2023

Evelyn Louise Fair, age 86, went to be with her Lord on October 17, 2023, surrounded by her loving family and following several years of declining health. She was born on December 20, 1936, to Clarence Sheldon and Elizabeth Grace (Stimler) Jones, in Akron, Ohio. She graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1955, and went on to study at...

Oct 15, 2023

Janet Ellen nee Grant Moore, age 71 of Lancaster, OH formerly of Columbus, Toledo, Ashville, and Orlando, FL. passed away October 15, 2023.  She was an Insurance adjuster at Motorist Insurance.  She enjoyed life to the fullest and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her daughter, Hope E. Moore; and...

Oct 15, 2023

Stephen Michael (Mike) Forsythe, DVM, died on Sunday afternoon, October 15, 2023, at the Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital surrounded by his loving family. As the owner of Amanda Animal Hospital for 43 years, Mike was known as a lover of animals and exceptional veterinarian throughout Fairfield County. Mike was born on March 23, 1948, to the late Jerry...

Oct 15, 2023

William J. Mason, 77 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away at the Chillicothe VA Sunday, October 15, 2023.

He was born to Daniel and Emma Mae Mason Lancaster, Ohio on June 29, 1946.

William was a Marine Corp veteran, and he served in the Vietnam War. He worked for Complete General in Columbus, Ohio and was...