Local Ohio Obituaries

Aug 25, 2022

Robert A. Reed died unexpectedly at age 59 on Thursday, August 25th, 2022. He was not only a father, but a husband, a talented writer (who is sorely missed as we struggle to write this), a faithful Marine (as if there’s any other kind).  He had a career as a civil servant for Defense Information Services Agency and director...

Aug 25, 2022

Joseph E. Colopy, age 60 of Lancaster, died August 25, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born in Lancaster, on July 14, 1962 to the late Harold and Josephine VanPelt Colopy.  He previously drove fuel trucks for Milliser Oil and currently works for SRI and was a member of the Lancaster AmVets.  He enjoyed hunting, camping and spending...

Aug 24, 2022

Lancaster - Lloyd Marvin Goodman, 92, died Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at the Pickering House.

Lloyd is survived by his wife Inez R. Goodman; step-son Michael (Barbara) Crist; grandsons Shaun (Virgie) Crist, Chad (Brandee) Crist, and Jamie Crist; great grandchildren Taylor (Brett) Bussert, Jordan Crist, Katlin Crist, Austin Crist, and Skylee Crist; and great great grandson Beckham...

Aug 23, 2022

Lynnette A. Hines (Dodds) age 72, of Thurston, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday 23, August 23, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born November 19, 1949 in Kenton,Ohio, to George Lester Dodds and Floretta (Jo) Josephine Wells. She married Patrick (Pat) Michael Hines on August 2, 1982 in Houston, Texas.

Lynnette was a...

Aug 23, 2022

Rev. Frederick R. Sharritts, age 85 of Lancaster, went to be with his Lord on Aug. 23, 2022 at the Pickering House.  He was born in Connersville, IN on Sept. 30, 1936.  He graduated from Wilmingon College and then Seminary at Drew University.  He was a United Methodist minister from 1963 until retiring from Cavalry United Methodist Church in...

Aug 23, 2022

Peggy Lou Neighbor, age 85 of Lancaster, died August 23, 2022 at Crestview Nursing Home. She was born in Lancaster, on Nov. 20, 1936 to the late John and Aileen Stafford Faigley. She retired from Lucent Technologies, formerly Ohio Bell, where she worked on the first cell phones.  Peggy was a member of the 6th Ave. United Methodist Church. ...

Aug 21, 2022

Lyllian Nell Helsel, of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 21st, 2022, at Mount Carmel East Hospital.  She was born on June 25th, 1940, to the late Ralph and Danise Bauguess.  Nellie, as she was known by many, was an amazing cook – ask anyone who had her green beans, tacos, or zucchini bread.  She loved being...

Aug 21, 2022

Norma J. Good, age 75 of Lancaster, passed away on August 21, 2022.  She was born to the late Willard and Gladys Lowery in Delaware, Ohio on Oct. 7th, 1946.  She was an amazing mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who loved spending time with her family.  Norma had had her thumb on everything in the neighborhood, and her cooking...

Aug 19, 2022

Rex Allen Patterson (57), was called home to the “outskirts of heaven” on August 19th, 2022.

He was born June 13th, 1965 to Jesse Edward Patterson and Edith Ann (Bennett) Patterson. Rex will always be known as a loving husband, brother, father, “PaPa” and friend. Amongst MANY other titles he carried throughout his life, he is most...

Aug 19, 2022

Cora Marie Landis, formerly of Baltimore, Ohio, age 96, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 19, 2022 at the Arbor at Carroll.  Marie was born on November 21, 1925 in Rutland, Ohio, the only daughter of the late Pearl Green and Lillith (Cameron) Green.  She was a graduate of Liberty Union High School, class of 1943. She worked as...

Aug 18, 2022

Lancaster - James “Jim” L. Valentine, 83, died Thursday, August 18, 2022 at the Pickering House.

Jim led a very full life. He was a Vietnam era veteran who served in the US Army from 1960-1964. Jim was proud of his service to this country, and had the privilege to be taken on an Honor Flight to...

Aug 16, 2022

Howard Bradford, of Lancaster, passed away on August 16 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife, Jean; sons Clarence (Vickie) & James (Valeri), grandchildren Amy, Chris, Nick, Ashley, Brandon, Caleb & Christian, brothers Richard & Phil, as well as numerous great grandchildren & great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee Roy &...

Aug 14, 2022

Harold Eugene Eaton II, of Thornville, passed away peacefully at Licking Memorial Hospital, and surrounded by family, on august 14, 2022. He was born in Parkersburg, WV to the late Harold and Irene Eaton on June 14, 1947.

Harold was a retired minister. He was also a graphic artist and enjoyed wrestling and football.

He...

Aug 13, 2022

Pauline Anna Gloyd, 39, of Lancaster, passed away on August 13, 2022. She was born in Lancaster to Nick Tullius and the late Linda Scott on August 14, 1982.

Pauline is survived by her father, Nick (Debbie) Tullius; sister, Crystal (Matt) Igo; special aunt, Brenda (Roger) Ruckman; special uncle, Lowell Scott; special cousins, Misty (Greg) Schultz, Ashley...

Aug 12, 2022

Alan G. Walters age 62, of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away at home surrounded by family on Friday August 12, 2022.

Alan loved Buckeye football, playing his guitar, fishing, hunting, and numerous outdoor activities. His passion was spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Alan is survived by his wife of 39 years Laura Walters, sons...

Aug 11, 2022

Chris A. Strawn, 53, of Lancaster, passed away on August 11, 2022. He was born in Lancaster on December 25, 1968.

Chris never met a stranger and always had a friend. He was part owner of Root's Restaurant for 28 years alongside Janet and Jeff Graf. He served 6 years in the Air Force Nation Guard.

Aug 9, 2022

Maxwell “Max” Tyler Stiffler, 30, died Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at Mount Carmel East Hospital.

Max is survived by his parents Delbert and Diana Stiffler; his siblings Warren (Danielle) Stiffler and Christie (Kevin) Thomas; and his cats Shadowmere and Sofie.

Family and friends are invited to visit Sunday, August 14, 2022 at 1:00 PM in...

Aug 9, 2022

Sharron K. “Sherri” Stoughton, 78, of Baltimore, passed away on August 9, 2022 at her residence. She was born in South Shore, KY on September 25, 1943.

Sherri is survived by her son, Todd Stoughton; daughter, Kaitlyn Reeves; grandchildren, Jessica Paredes, Kelly Reeves, and Tracy Stoughton; and siblings, Irene Leach, John (Sherri) Horton, Donald (Margie) Horton, and...

Aug 5, 2022

William Russell “Rusty” Tucker from Lancaster, OH died tragically at age 48, selflessly saving the lives of many. It was who he was to put others first. Tucker is survived by his loving mother, Donita Sue Murphy; wise father, Jerry Lee Tucker Sr.; kind hearted step-mother, Gale Ann Tucker; loyal brothers, Jerry Lee Tucker Jr. and John “Willie” Garrison;...

Aug 4, 2022

Major John Walter Harman USAF retired, 90 passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at his home in Millersport, Ohio.

John was a Korean Conflict and Vietnam veteran for 20 years and was part of the Ranch Hands.

He was a member of Grace United Church of Christ in Lancaster, former...