Local Ohio Obituaries

Feb 2, 2022

Barnard Lee Ankrom, 60, of Millersport, OH passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on February 02, 2022, after a courageous battle with Covid.  He was born to Clarence William Ankrom and Carol Sue (Hochradel) Ankrom in Lancaster, Ohio on March 26, 1961.  Barney was a 1979 graduate of Liberty Union HS, also attending Fairfield Union Schools for many years....

Feb 2, 2022

Betty Jane Webb, 82, of Lancaster, Ohio died on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at the Pickering House, under the care of Fairhope Hospice.

Betty graduated from Pickerington High School in 1957. She worked for, and retired from, Anchor Hocking.

She is survived by her sons John and Tim Webb; grandchildren Andrew, Kisha, Jessica, and Taylor...

Jan 31, 2022

Joe Spires, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 2022. Joe was born to the late Joseph and Mary Spires in Lancaster on July 14, 1937.

Joe was a proud paratrooper for the United States Army. He was an avid Ohio State, Browns, and Reds fan. He also enjoyed playing cards and horse racing....

Jan 31, 2022

Eileen Jadwin, 101 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022 at the Bickford of Lancaster.

She was a member of Sixth Avenue United Methodist Church and volunteered in other parts of the church including Heart Warmers.

Eileen was loved and cherished by her family. The care and attention she gave each of...

Jan 31, 2022

James “Jimmy” E. Hudnall 67 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on January 31, 2022 at his residence.

He was a retired machinist for General Machine, an avid golfer and enjoyed animals.

Jimmy is survived by his wife of 20 years, Lisa; son, Aaron (Casey) Hudnall of Hilliard, Ohio; grandchild, Sydney Hudnall; step-children, Mitchell (Jessica) George...

Jan 30, 2022

Shawn S. Dailey, 61, of Sugar Grove, passed away at the Fairfield Medical Center on January 30, 2022. He was born in Würzburg, Germany to the late Joseph and Willodean Dailey on August 20, 1960.

Shawn enjoyed riding his Harley, fishing, and hunting.

He is survived by his wife, Donna Dailey; children, Joseph Dailey, Brandon...

Jan 30, 2022

Raymond E. Householder, Sr., 57, of Logan, died January 30, 2022 at the Pickering House.

Raymond was a selfless, and giving man. He was very protective of his family, with whom he enjoyed spending time; especially his grandchildren. He liked the outdoors, and had a passion for cars. Raymond enjoyed staying busy, and tinkering with anything that...

Jan 29, 2022

Heinz Kiehnke, 73, of Milspe near Wüppertal, Germany, passed away on January 29 in Lancaster, OH.

A brief memorial service will be held (1:30pm ET) Saturday, February 5 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lancaster. A brief reception will follow at the church. Arrangements are by the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME.

Heinz was born in...

Jan 27, 2022

Roger Dale Richardson, 73, of Lancaster, OH, went to be home with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 27, 2022. At the time of his passing, he had been residing at the VA Medical Center in Chillicothe, Ohio.

Roger was born August 12, 1948 in Cleveland, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Jan 27, 2022

Randy D. McCullough of Carroll, Ohio, 64, passed away Thursday January 27th, 2022 after a tough battle with COVID-19. Randy was born May 2nd, 1957 in Findlay, Ohio to the late Dean and Imogene McCullough. However, most of his life was spent exploring farmlands and woodshops in the Bremen, Rushville, and Lancaster area. Randy lived a quiet,...

Jan 26, 2022

Dean Fitzgerald Poston, age 57 of Lancaster, OH passed away January 26th, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center.  He was born on February 28th, 1964 in Lancaster to his parents, Lowell Poston and Hazel (Spires) Poston. He was a member of St. Mary’s of the Assumption in Lancaster.  He worked at A.J. Asphalt where he honed his art of doing...

Jan 25, 2022

Danny “Joe” Caldwell, 59, of Lancaster, passed away on January 25, 2022 at the Fairfield Medical Center.

Joe was a proud Veteran of the U.S. Army.  He loved his family, all animals, and he really enjoyed fishing

He is survived by his mother, Fran Murphy; partner for over 35 years, Brenda Williamson; children, Penny Williamson,...

Jan 24, 2022

Heather Wiley, 47, of Carroll, Ohio, passed away surrounded by family on Monday morning, January 24, 2022, at The James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.

Heather was born September 5, 1974, in Lancaster, Ohio, to Perry and Phyllis (Gathergood) Payne. She graduated from Bloom-Carroll High School in 1993 and from Ohio University with a Bachelor of Science...

Jan 24, 2022

William Lester Crutcher, age 60 of Baltimore died January 24, 2022 at Riverside Methodist Hospital.  He was born on January 24, 1962 to his mother, Ruth Crutcher-Beckwith and late father, William Crutcher.  He was an Ohio University Graduate who owned and operated his own Food Truck, "Unkle Funky's Food Faktory.  He was an amazing chef, perfecting every meal he...

Jan 23, 2022

James “Jimmy” R. Wilson 75 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was a Vietnam veteran serving in the US Marine Corps. and then retired from the furnace room at Anchor Hocking Glass Corp. with over 30 years of service.

Jimmy was a member of the Local...

Jan 22, 2022

Jeanne M. Taylor 71 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Arbors at Carroll Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

She was a retired state tested nurses’ aid for Crestview Manor Nursing Home, Rockmill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Gaulden Manor Nursing Home, Winchester Place and REM Ohio.

She loved to crochet and help others....

Jan 20, 2022

Jeffery Paul Watson, 64, of Millersport passed away with family by his side at Fairfield Medical Center on Thursday, January 19, 2022.

Jeff is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Jackie. Sons, Jared (Cassie) Watson and Jayce (Tyler) Post-Watson. Sisters, Patricia Watson and Sally Watson. His pride and joys, his grandchildren Kenzi, Kingzton, and Kanon...

Jan 19, 2022

John Joseph Peden, 65, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on January 19, 2022, at his residence. He was born on July 9, 1956, in Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania. He will be terribly missed by his sister, Sandra (Scott) Moore of Washington, Pennsylvania and his children, John Jared (Sara) Peden and Ryan Peden of Lancaster, Ohio; Jennifer (Brian) Pajevic of...

Jan 18, 2022

Paul E. Shaeffer, age 90 of Lancaster, died Jan. 18, 2022.  He was born on Nov. 21, 1931 in Lancaster to the late Floyd and Bessie (Smith) Shaeffer.  He served his country in the US Army.  Paul then started his life long career of farming.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved spending time with his family and friends.  His...

Jan 17, 2022

Bruno C. DiPietro, 67 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He attended Upper Arlington High School and later graduated from Horry-Georgetown College with a degree in HVAC and carried a 4.0 the whole time through college.

He was a member of Faith Memorial Church where he was...