Local Ohio Obituaries
Tammy K. Underwood
Apr 16, 2026
Baltimore - Tammy Kay (Walker) Underwood, 68, passed away peacefully at her home in Baltimore surrounded by family.
Tammy was born in Indianapolis, IN October 14, 1957. She later moved to Groveport, OH and graduated from Groveport Madison High School, class of 1975. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Tammy loved to swim, camp, and take trips to the ocean.
Tammy...
Rodger D. Dearth
Apr 15, 2026
Rodger D. Dearth, 76, died on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Buckeye Care and Rehab surrounded by his family.
Rodger was born on July 8, 1949 in McArther, OH to the late Olan O. and Mary K. (Graves) Dearth.
He is survived by his daughter Erica (Gary) Griffith; brother David (Kathy) Dearth; grandchildren Alyssa Griffith, Landon Griffith, Jayven Griffith, Raylynn Griffith, and...
Jeanne Elizabeth Sanders
Apr 12, 2026
Jeanne Elizabeth Sanders 73 of Thornville, Ohio passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born in South Dakota on July 2, 1952 to the late George and Jean Maxwell.
She loved animals of all kinds and enjoyed watching TV.
Jeanne is survived by her children John Maxwell, Michelle L. (Carl) Schmus, and Charissa (Joseph Scott-Ousley) Ousley-Scott;...
Beverly Ann (Behrens) Hietikko
Apr 11, 2026
Lancaster—Beverly Ann Hietikko, 90, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 11, 2026, after a long illness. Beverly was a follower of Christ, and as her grandson Colin described her, “She didn’t just say she believed—she lived like it was real. Every single day.” Beverly lived her faith in Jesus through her roles as wife, mother, and grandmother...
Curtis S. Fier, Sr.
Apr 10, 2026
Curtis S. Fier, Sr. 71 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 10, 2026 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on January 11, 1955 in Akron, Ohio to the late James R. and Martha Fier.
He worked as a window installer for residential homes for Malta Man Co. Curtis enjoyed his woodworking and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle....
Gregory Lynn Gossett
Apr 9, 2026
Gregory Lynn Gossett, 71, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away with his wife and sons by his side on April 9, 2026. He was born on June 13, 1954, the second son of Robert Loyal Gossett and Nancy Jean Gossett (Upp). Greg was a member of and baptized at First English Lutheran Church.
He is survived by his wife, Melinda Gossett (Ball);...
Mary L. Garrison
Apr 7, 2026
Mary L. (Earle) Garrison, born January 23, 1933 in Glendale, West Virginia, passed away on April 7, 2026.
She is survived by her children: Dr. Robert (Katherine) Garrison Jr., Sherri (Dennis) Agosta, and Polly (John) Russell; grandchildren Brian (Stacie) Agosta, Amy (Brad) Case, Ashley (Adam) Bush, Shawn Garrison, and Sarah Garrison; and great-grandchildren Carter and Owen Agosta, Vincent, Camryn and Vera...
Nancy Fleming
Apr 6, 2026
Nancy Temple Fleming passed away on April 6, 2026, at The Pickering House in Lancaster. She was born in Lancaster on January 23, 1949, to the late Glenn and Erna (Harwig) Temple. Nancy graduated from Lancaster High School in 1967.
Nancy devoted her life to her family as a stay-at-home mom. She worked a variety of jobs, most recently as a...
Lillian Snow "Grandma Lil"
Apr 6, 2026
Lillian Snow “Grandma Lil”, 95, went home to the Lord on Monday, April 6, 2026.
Lillian was born December 17, 1930 in Birmingham, AL to the late Clarence and Talitha Kelley. She enjoyed working in her garden, and caring for plants. Lillian was also fond of sewing. Above all else, family was very important to Lillian. She loved spending time with...
Darrell L. Perry
Apr 4, 2026
Darrell Lynn Perry, 69, of Lancaster, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Darrell was born June 22, 1956, in Holden, WV to the late Virgil Perry Sr. and Madge Mae Marcum.
He is preceded in death by his sister, Sheila Dean Perry; stepdaughter, Jeanetta Mae Phillips; mother-in-law, Melba Mae Knapp (Hawkins); father-in-law, Bobbygene Lanning; son-in-law, Darrell...
Paula S. Boetcher
Apr 4, 2026
Paula S. Boetcher, 69 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly at her home on April 4, 2026. She was born in Zanesville, Ohio on November 29, 1956 to Charles E. and Mona Jean Boetcher.
She was a sales associate for K-mart with over 20 years of service and later retired from the Gap Distribution Center. Paula was a member of the...
Larry L. Sinift
Mar 31, 2026
Larry L. Sinift, 78, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly in his home on March 31, 2026. He was born to the late Edward and Kathryn Sinift on March 15, 1948 in Logan, OH.
Larry was a servant of the Lord and enjoyed volunteering at his church. His love of hotrods was only surpassed by the love he had for his wife...
William D. "Stoney" Stonebrook
Mar 31, 2026
Lancaster - William D. “Stoney” Stonebrook, 80, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at the Pickering House Hospice after having a very difficult time with various illnesses. His loving wife of 56 years, Rebecca Lynne, stayed by his side.
Stoney was born August 4, 1945 to the late Dale and Mary Stonebrook. He was a...
Ethel Rebecca (Beck) Walters
Mar 28, 2026
Ethel Rebecca (Beck) Walters, 90, of Lancaster, passed away on March 28, 2026 at the Pickering House. She was born to the late Carl and Grace Beck in Pleasantville, OH on September 12. 1935.
Ethel enjoyed bowling, playing cards, and skating (a skating rink is where she met her husband, Harold Walters. She was a kind, generous and thoughtful person all...
Gail L. Barber
Mar 27, 2026
Gail L. Barber, 85, was called to her Heavenly home on Friday, March 27, 2026. She was born on November 3, 1940 to her loving parents, Earl and Elsie Horcher. Gail graduated from Lancaster High School in 1959 and married Paul E. Barber, the love of her life. Gail and Paul made their home in Millersport, where they raised their...
Larry P. Smith
Mar 27, 2026
Larry P. Smith 67 of Oakland, Ohio passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at the Pickering House. He was born on January 1, 1959 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Paul and Josephine Smith. Larry was a mechanic and enjoyed working on engines.
Larry is survived by his brothers Tom (Sue) Smith and Bill Smith and his sister Marlene (Jarrell)...
Roger W. Grossenbacher
Mar 26, 2026
Roger W. Grossenbacher, 87, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on March 26, 2026. Born in Lodi, Ohio, he was the son of the late Woodrow and Frieda Grossenbacher.
Roger lived a life defined by boundless curiosity, a deep love of the natural world, and an unwavering commitment to sharing knowledge with anyone willing to learn. He earned both his bachelor’s and...
Charles "Butch" P. Miller
Mar 26, 2026
Charles ‘Butch” P. Miller 75, of Thurston, Ohio passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born in Thurston at home on November 28, 1950 to the late Charles Buddy and Wanda Miller.
Butch had been a truck driver for many years and later retired as a tow motor operator for Expeditors with over 20 years...
Gwendolyn Mae Shahan
Mar 24, 2026
Gwendolyn Mae (Hargus) Shahan, “Gwen”, age 92, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
She was born on September 12, 1933 in Colfax, Ohio to the late Otha and Evis (McClain) Hargus. Gwen was a graduate of Lancaster High School, class of 1951. Gwen was married to Robert E. “Bob” Shahan from August 1953 until his passing...
Ernest Edwin "Eddie" Thomas III
Mar 22, 2026
Ernest Edwin “Eddie” Thomas III passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, at Country Lane Gardens in Thornville, Ohio.
Born on April 19, 1947, Eddie’s life was marked by dignity, kindness, and a deep commitment to those around him. He will be remembered fondly by all who knew him, as he touched many lives throughout his life.
He is survived by his...
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