Local Ohio Obituaries

Apr 16, 2022

Joseph “Joe” Earl Crawford, 79, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away peacefully at the Pickering House on Saturday, April 16, 2022. He is now with the love of his life Roberta.

He was a member of the Lancaster United Brethren Church.

Joe was most proud of his sons, and grandchildren. He is survived by his sons...

Apr 14, 2022

William “Bill” H. Hall, 85 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2022 at his residence. He was born on July 5, 1936 in Nelsonville, Ohio.

He was a Korean Conflict veteran serving in the US Air Force. Bill retired from Columbia Gas Transmission as a department supervisor and later operated Hall Appliance Repair Service....

Apr 13, 2022

Kathy Wallen, age 70, of New Straitsville, Ohio passed away on April 13, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center, surrounded by her family. She was born November 6, 1951, in Magoffin County, Kentucky. Her favorite moments were time spent with family. She loved her family with her entire heart and she was loved by all who knew her. She was...

Apr 13, 2022

Robert “Bob” Richard Kraft, 90 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, April 13, 2022.  He was born on February 15, 1932 in Bellaire, Ohio.

Bob was a proud Korean Conflict veteran serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the LST-854. He retired from Ohio and Pacific Bell Telephone...

Apr 12, 2022

Lancaster – Richard L. Alexander, Jr., 58, died Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at the Pickering House.

Richard was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and playing golf. His CB handle was Little Al. Most of all, Richard loved his kids.

He is survived by his long time friend, and wife of 8 years...

Apr 12, 2022

Lancaster – Charles F. Franke, 88, died Tuesday April 12, 2022 at the Pickering House.

Charlie was a member of the Lancaster Old Car Club.

He is survived by his brothers Gary, Norman (Sharron) Jr, and Rod Franke; nieces Cathy French and Kristen Franke; and nephews Doug and Dusty Franke, Jason Hines and Tim Franke....

Apr 12, 2022

Edwin George Beery, age 75 of Lancaster, passed away on April 12, 2022 surrounded by his family.  He was born on March 31, 1947 to the late George and Helen Scholl Beery in Lancaster.  He was a 1965 graduate of Lancaster High School. Who served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam era.  He loved being a...

Apr 11, 2022

Bonita Jean McCall, 79, of Lancaster, passed away on April 11, 2022. She was born to the late Lawrence and Josephine Reider on May 29, 1942.

Bonita was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. She enjoyed playing in her card groups and going camping.

She is survived by her daughter, Tonya (Lee Fleischer) McCall;...

Apr 10, 2022

Paul Clyde Hedges, 70, of Baltimore, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2022 at the Pickering House.

Paul was a truck driver, co-owner of Olde Village Pizza in Baltimore, and member of Baltimore Masonic Lodge 475 F & AM. He will be missed by many.

Paul is survived by his 3 daughters, Stephanie Jackson of...

Apr 3, 2022

Tim Holt, 63 of Lancaster, Ohio died Sunday, April 3, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was in quality control at Kenworth Truck in Chillicothe, Ohio.  He enjoyed golfing, horse races, fishing, gardening, and was a big OSU and Pittsburgh Steelers fan.

Tim was devoted to his family and had a heart of gold.

Mar 31, 2022

Lancaster – Robert “Bob” L. Kilbarger, 77, died Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Fairfield Medical Center.

Bob was an avid Notre Dame fan. He loved his Irish and could not miss a Saturday football game. Early in his career, Bob worked for Anchor Hocking and then became a sales agent for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company before retiring...

Mar 27, 2022

Lancaster – Richard E. Franke, 83, died March 27, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center.

Richard was a member of the Lancaster Old Car Club.

He is survived by his children Kristen Franke and Tim Franke; his grandchildren; brothers Charles, Gary, Norman (Sharron) Jr, and Rod Franke; niece Cathy French; and nephews Doug and Dusty Franke,...

Mar 27, 2022

Nancy J. Reinbeau 85 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, March 27,2022 at Arbors at Carroll Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

She is survived by her children, James (Karen Ann) Trewartha, Carol Jane (Craig) Cross, William Thomas Trewartha and Mark Daniel (Bobbi-Joe) Trewartha and  many grandchildren.

Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Daniel Reinbeau,...

Mar 25, 2022

Gary Lee Rhodeback 63 of Columbus, Ohio passed away Friday, March 25, 2022 at Laurels of Gahanna in Columbus, Ohio.

He worked in the Bakery Department at the Kroger Co.  He was an avid classic cars, trains and action figure enthusiast.

Gary is survived by his children, Bruce (Jordyn) Rhodeback of Reynoldsburg, Ohio and Jessica...

Mar 25, 2022

Karl Frederick Johnson, age 74 of Millersport, died Friday, March 25th, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his family.  He was born in Columbus on Aug, 14, 1947 to the late Elizabeth Jane and Donald Johnson.  He served his country in the US Army during Vietnam.  He was a truck driver who retired after 27 years from ABF Freight. ...

Mar 25, 2022

Sharon Sue Friesner 75 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, March 25, 2022 at Buckeye Rehabilitation Center. She was born on August 16, 1946 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Ernest and Betty Wasem.

She was a graduate of Lancaster High School Class of 1964 and then a secretary for Farmers Home Administration.  Sharon loved the...

Mar 24, 2022

Richard A. Harman, 60, of Baltimore, passed away on March 24, 2022. He was born on September, 21, 1961 to John and the late Janice Harman in Westover AFB, MA.

Richard worked for over 35 years at McGraw Hill. He was an avid Buckeye fan who enjoyed coaching his children’s sport teams, and attending his grandchildren’s sporting...

Mar 23, 2022

Timothy A. Cox, 57, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on March 23, 2022.  He was born September 10, 1964 to the late Robert and Berniece Cox in St Clair Shores, MI.

Tim was a veteran of the United States Navy retiring after 20 years of service in April 2004.  He proudly served onboard the USS John F....

Mar 23, 2022

Sharon Reed earned her wings Wednesday, March 23, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer.

She is survived by her daughter & son in law Cheryl (Darin) King and son William Carroll. Grandchildren, Kyle & Carrie Frazier, Ryan & Tiffany Reed, Tyler, Emilee, Lennon & Eleanor Carroll. Great grandchildren, Trent, Taylor, Weston Allie, Colson & Keegan.

Mar 23, 2022

Janet Rose Kisling 94 of Lancaster passed away on March 23, 2022. She was born to the late Joseph and Agnes Clyburn in Bainbridge, OH on May 8, 1927.

Janet was a loving wife and mother. She was a 60 year member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church and retired after 40 years from JC Penney.