Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Paul W. Howdyshell

Paul W. Howdyshell

Jul 29, 2026

Paul Howdyshell age 90 was a resident of Lancaster, Ohio. Paul passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

Paul sold cars for 30 years. He also worked building custom kitchen cabinets with his son Tim for 25 years. Paul really enjoyed fishing and hunting with Tim, too. Paul loved roses, he had 100 rose bushes in his yard. Any color, he had...

Donna J. Miller

Donna J. Miller

Jul 29, 2026

In Loving Memory of Donna J. Miller

Donna J. Miller of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

Donna was born in Lancaster, Ohio, on October 8, 1951, to her loving parents, Russell Miller and Patricia (Cave) Miller, who both preceded Donna in death.

Donna is survived by her beloved husband of 54 years, Rod Miller, her...

Betty L. Davis

Betty L. Davis

Jul 24, 2026

Betty L. Davis, 87, died Friday, July 24, 2026 at The Springs at Wyandot Trail.

Betty distinguished herself as a devoted educator, community member, and spiritual leader, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege to know her. Betty’s passion for education manifested in her career as a devoted teacher at Forest Rose School. Her induction into the Fairfield...

Michael "Mike" Edward McConaha, Sr.

Michael "Mike" Edward McConaha, Sr.

Jul 22, 2026

Michael “Mike” Edward McConaha, 68, of New Lexington, Ohio peacefully left this world, listening to bluegrass with family at his side on July 22, 2026 at 1405. Mike was born October 2, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio to Jean Ann (Albright) and Carl E McConaha.

Mike is survived by his children, Loretta (Rick) Whitmer, Michael McConaha Jr, Allison Fox, Savannah Fox, Roselee...

Arthur "Cupcake" E. Henderson

Arthur "Cupcake" E. Henderson

Jul 22, 2026

Arthur E. “Cupcake” Henderson 87 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was born in Lancaster, Ohio on March 8, 1939 to the late Arthur and Wavelene Henderson. He was a graduate of Lancaster High School the Class of 1958.

Cupcake was a retired mail carrier for the US Postal Service in Lancaster with...

Keith N. Shaeffer

Keith N. Shaeffer

Jul 20, 2026

Keith N. Shaeffer 72 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on September 3, 1953 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Dale and JoAnn Shaeffer. He was a graduate of Berne Union High School.

He was a retired diesel mechanic for Taylor and Sons with 30 years of service. Keith was...

Robert "Bob" Wilson

Robert "Bob" Wilson

Jul 16, 2026

Robert “Bob” John Wilson, 86, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026. He was born on November 15, 1939, to Thomas and Julia (O’Callaghan) Wilson of Columbus, Ohio. Bob proudly served for 3 years in the U.S. Army, including a tour in Germany, where he learned the printing process. He was a devout Christian and a member of the Seventh...

PFC Connor D. Kirkpatrick

PFC Connor D. Kirkpatrick

Jul 16, 2026

PFC Connor David Kirkpatrick, 21, passed away on July 16, 2026, alongside his beloved wife, Kristin Elizabeth Morris Kirkpatrick, as the result of a tragic car accident.

Connor was born on April 14, 2005, in Zanesville, Ohio. He attended Liberty Union Middle and High School and graduated in 2023. While in high school, he was a four-year member of the Liberty...

Kristin Elizabeth Morris Kirkpatrick

Kristin Elizabeth Morris Kirkpatrick

Jul 16, 2026

Kristin Elizabeth Morris Kirkpatrick, 22, passed away on July 16, 2026, alongside her beloved husband, PFC Connor David Kirkpatrick, as the result of a tragic car accident.

She entered this world with joy on June 11, 2004, in Nashville, TN, the first child of Clint and Brooke Morris. Three cherished siblings followed soon afterward: Kyley, Journey, and Drew, and the four...

Berniece Sue Owens

Berniece Sue Owens

Jul 16, 2026

Berniece Sue Owens, 80, of Carroll, passed away at the Fairfield Medical Center on July 16, 2026. She was born to the late Henry and Cynthia Brightwell on September 17, 1945.

She is survived by her children, Kemberly Hessler, Sherry (Fred) Hammond and Teresa (Michael) Francis; grandchildren, Jesse (Angela) Hammond, Johnathan (Savanna) Owens, Brooke (Austin) Howell and Zachery Hammond; great grandchildren,...

Candy Lynn Paskins

Candy Lynn Paskins

Jul 13, 2026

Candy Lynn Paskins, 56, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026, at OSU Wexner Medical Center. She was born on April 8, 1970, in Lancaster, Ohio.

Candy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She was known as the family babysitter, always taking care of others. Candy loved going to yard sales and auctions, scavenging for things she probably...

Carolyn J. Souslin

Carolyn J. Souslin

Jul 10, 2026

Carolyn J. Souslin, 87 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026. She was born in Wheeling, West Virgina on August 12, 1938 to the late Earl and Della Johnson.

Carolyn was the true example of a Proverbs 31 woman. She cared for her husband, Robert, of 24 years of marriage, until he proceeded her in death. She truly...

Danielle Marrelli Richards

Danielle Marrelli Richards

Jul 9, 2026

With broken hearts, but abundant gratitude for her beautiful life, we announce the passing of Danielle Marrelli Richards, of Pickerington, who left us far too soon on July 9, 2026, at the age of 44. Danielle was born on January 9, 1982 in Garfield Heights, raised in Bedford, all near Cleveland, a city she always carried in her heart.



Danielle radiated...

Betty J. Davis

Betty J. Davis

Jul 9, 2026

Betty J. Davis, 78, went to be with the Lord on July 9, 2026 in Lancaster, Ohio. Betty was born on February 29, 1948 in Athens, Ohio to the late Fred and Helen (Wiseman) O’Nail, and graduated from Chauncey-Dover High School in 1966. Betty dedicated her early adult life to raising her two daughters. She cherished her time with them...

Mary Ellen Reedy

Mary Ellen Reedy

Jul 8, 2026

Mary Ellen (Conrad) Reedy, age 88, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

Mary was born on Monday, July 12, 1937, in Lancaster, Ohio, to William Henry Lee, Sr. and Lila Rose (Cly) Conrad. She grew up in Lancaster, and after graduating from the Lancaster High School, Class of 1955, she went on to earn her bachelor’s degree and...

Patricia Mowery

Patricia Mowery

Jul 8, 2026

Patricia Mowery, 75, of Lancaster, passed away on July 8, 2026, at Country Lane Gardens in Thornville. She was born on June 25, 1951, to the late Howard and Kay Mowery in Galena, Ohio.

Patricia was a retired care center associate. She absolutely loved animals, especially dogs. She was very compassionate and giving towards everyone. Patricia was a simple, Godly woman...

Norma J. Welch

Norma J. Welch

Jul 6, 2026

Norma J. Welch 86 of Pleasantville, Ohio passed away on Monday, July 6. 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born on May 15, 1940 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Glenn and Dorothy Deardorff. She enjoyed decorating, cooking, and drinking her coffee.

She is survived by her loving family, Glenna Ankrom of Pleasantville, Rhonda (Tim) Brown, Vickie Bradford and Amy...

Daniel L. Griffin

Daniel L. Griffin

Jul 4, 2026

Daniel “Dan” L. Griffin, 78, died Saturday, July 4, 2026 at the Pataskala Oaks Care Center.

Dan was born in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Robert L. Griffin and Frieda (Turben) Todhunter on February 3, 1948. He graduated from Lancaster High School class of 1968. Dan went on to attend the Ohio State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in...

Davia Kay Bennett

Davia Kay Bennett

Jul 4, 2026

Davia K. (Holderman) Bennett, 74, died Saturday, July 4, 2026 at the Fairfield Medical Center.

Davia served in the US Army. 

She is survived by her brother Jon C. Bennett.

Davia is preceded in death by her husband of 41 years Edward "Bang" M. Bennett, Jr.; and parents David K. and Shirley W. (Stupp) Holderman.

Caring Cremation® is being handled through the Frank E....

Gary "Kosher" Courtney

Gary "Kosher" Courtney

Jul 3, 2026

Gary “Kosher” Courtney 70 of Baltimore, Ohio passed on Friday, July 3, 2026 at Grant Medical Center. He was born on October 28, 1955 in Lancaster, Ohio.

Gary was a retired truck driver for Performance Site Management with 20 years of service. Along with being a truck driver, he was a member of Fairfield Fish and Game, associate member of the...