Local Ohio Obituaries

Aug 30, 2023

GySgt. Kevin L. Johnson USMC Retired, passed away August 30, 2023. At Mt. Carmel East.  He was born in Columbus, OH on Jan. 4th, 1969. He was a 1987 graduate from Whetstone High School where he excelled at track and field and basketball. He served his country by joining the Marines serving in the Iraq War. He met his...

Aug 30, 2023

Betty Ann Derflinger Wilson, age 76, of Lancaster, passed away on August 30, 2023.

She was born to the late Howard and Agnes Derflinger on November 13, 1946.

Betty graduated from Berne Union High School, Ohio University, and Ohio State University. She taught in the Columbus Public Schools for more than 30 years.

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Aug 29, 2023

In Loving Memory of Phyllis Ann (Cowgill) Nessley

Phyllis Ann Nessley, a cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on August 29th at the age of 78. Born on October 31st, 1944, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Gene Allen Cowgill and Phyllis Maxine Lloyd, she spent her formative years in Indianapolis and Columbus. She later graduated from Walnut...

Aug 26, 2023

E. Darlene Wagner 72 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Wesley Ridge. She was born in Lancaster, Ohio on May 24, 1951 to the late Emerald and Electa Soliday.  She was a graduate of Liberty Union High School Class of 1969.

Darlene was the former owner and operator of Fast Max in...

Aug 26, 2023

Cynthia A. Coakley, age 71 of Lancaster, passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on August 26, 2023.  She was born to the late Sylvester and Marjorie Hiles Bowen on March 27, 1952 in Lancaster, OH.  She greatly enjoyed the rewarding work she did at Crestview Nursing Home, helping others as an STNA.  Cindy was always the life of the...

Aug 24, 2023

Vaughneda (Betz) Willison, 88, of Millersport, passed away on August 25, 2023. She was born to the late Hanley and Neva Betz in Gallipolis, OH on April 27, 1935.

Vaughneda retired from Columbus City Schools and was an avid Ohio State Buckeye fan.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Willison; son, Darrell (Janet) McGinnis;...

Aug 19, 2023

Paul E. Oiler 82 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the Pickering House.

He worked in the construction field.  He worked last at Spires Paving Co.

Paul is survived by his son, Paul A. Oiler of Lancaster; daughters, Tammy Oiler of Lancaster, Tynisha (Rusty Myers) Johnson of Lancaster and Tracy (Dustin)...

Aug 17, 2023

Michael “Mike” D. Jolly, 60 of Lancaster Ohio, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023, at OSU Medical Center. He was born March 11, 1963, to Lloyd and Sonja (Matz) Jolly.

Mike graduated high school and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He was very proud to be a Marine. Mike was an electronic technician for Fairfield...

Aug 14, 2023

Dr. Neil E. Smeck, 82, of Baltimore, passed away on August 14, 2023 at his home with loved ones by his side, after a lengthy battle with dementia.  He was born on July 9, 1941 to the late Dale and Estella Smeck in Lancaster, OH. He was a 1959 graduate of Liberty Union High School, received BS and MS...

Aug 14, 2023

Dr. Neil E. Smeck, 82, of Baltimore, passed away on August 14, 2023 at his home with loved ones by his side, after a lengthy battle with dementia.  He was born on July 9, 1941 to the late Dale and Estella Smeck in Lancaster, OH. He was a 1959 graduate of Liberty Union High School, received BS and MS...

Aug 13, 2023

Norma J. Boyd 92 of Pickerington, Ohio a servant of God, a follower of Jesus passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Main Street Terrace Care Center.

She was born on May 15, 1931 in Baltimore, Ohio to the late John O. Ballmer and Rose M. White Ballmer.

She was a charter member of...

Aug 13, 2023

Jeffrey B. Stickdorn, died unexpectedly on Sunday, August 13th, 2023. Although he departed from us sooner than we were ready for, he went out enjoying life and doing what he loves. A beer in his hand and joking with his family about to enjoy a beautiful day on his cherished boat, The Honey Badger. We all know he didn’t...

Aug 13, 2023

James E. Solomon, of Canal Winchester, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 in Bexley, OH. Jim was born January 31, 1931 in Columbus, OH to the late Charles and Leola (Eddy) Solomon.

Jim was a 1949 graduate of Pickerington High School. Following graduation, he served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He attended The Ohio...

Aug 11, 2023

Michael Alan Barlow, 66 of Circleville, Ohio passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, August 11, 2023.  He was born in Kokomo, Indiana on January 11, 1957 to the late Vernon and Dorothy Barlow.

After graduating high school, he enlisted in the US Marine Corps. and served his country.  When he finished the military he became...

Aug 10, 2023

Randy L. Beck, 46, of Lancaster, passed away on August 10, 2023. He was born to the late Robert and Sharon Beck on May 22, 1977.

Randy enjoyed the outdoors, riding quads, bowling, and loved his dogs.

He is survived by his grandmother, Ethel Walters; siblings, Amy (Tom) Mahon and Shawn (Joanna) Blackston; and several...

Aug 9, 2023

Diana Jo (Zimmerman) Guisinger 79, of Lancaster, Ohio, died Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023.  The daughter of the late George and Isabelle Zimmerman and loving wife of Thomas Guisinger, passed away peacefully at home.

She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Thomas Guisinger, sister, Rita Zimmerman, her three children Mike (Toni) Guisinger, Joe (Kelly) Guisinger and...

Aug 9, 2023

Douglas “Doug” E. McCray, age 71 of Lancaster, died at OSU Wexner Medical Center on Aug. 9th, 2023. He was survived by his loving wife of 50 yrs. and 2 months, Linda McCray; daughter, Valerie (John) Starner, grandchildren, Destiny, Brooklynn, and Brandon.  Doug enjoyed woodworking, fishing, spending time with his grandchildren, and watching OSU football with Terry and Mike....

Aug 8, 2023

John David Clay, 80, of Lancaster, Ohio went to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ and his loving wife of 53 years, Sally Sue Clay, on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Born in Belo, WV on December 15, 1942, he was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Wayne and Daisy Pearl (Blankenship) Clay; brothers, Charles Edward Clay...

Aug 8, 2023

Pleasantville - Robert “Bob” E. Justice, 91, died at home Tuesday, August 8, 2023.

Robert was a member of the Community of Christ in Reynoldsburg and worked at Wilson’s Auto Service in Columbus, he retired in 1995.

He is survived by his children Debra (George) Smith, Michael (Laurie) Justice, and Rita (Donald) Canter; grandchildren Charles...

Aug 7, 2023

Robin Jean Anne Risch, 78, of Lancaster, passed away on August 7, 2023 at Carroll Place. She was born to the late Stanley and Alice Risch in Minneapolis, MN on March 23, 1945.

Robin was a wonderful person who was kind, caring, and loved by all who knew her. She attended the Columbus School for Girls and...