Local Ohio Obituaries

Nov 20, 2021

Francis Lee Asher, born on January 21, 1956 to William E Benline Sr and Leenora M Benline (Briggs).

Frank lived a full and adventurous life. Graduating from Martins Ferry High School, he was instilled with a love of music as a marching band member. He traveled the world for a time as a part of...

Nov 20, 2021

Mary Jane Perry, age 60, of Lancaster died November 20, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born to the late Richard and Bonnie (Judson) Cox in Nelsonville on February 12, 1961.  She owned and operated Mary’s Country Corner at the Rockbridge flea market.  She was an amazing wife, mother, and grandmother who loved spending time with her family...

Nov 19, 2021

Matthew E. Brown, of Lancaster, passed away at his residence on November 19, 2021. He was born to the late Donald and Rebecca Brown in Marietta, OH on October 8, 1967.

Matt worked for Wal-Mart for 12 years, and had many friends who will miss him.

He is survived by his brother, Michael Brown; and...

Nov 19, 2021

Lowell Gothard, 87, of Lancaster, passed away on November 19, 2021 at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born to the late Chancey and Lorena Gothard on July 22, 1934 in Berne Township, OH.

Lowell retired as a truck driver after working for 39 years.

He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Gothard;...

Nov 19, 2021

Hope E. Harrel, age 66 of Lancaster passed away on November 19th, 2021 at the Pickering House.  She was born to the late Franklin and Norma (Underwood) Crist in Lancaster on October 18th, 1955.  She was an amazing mother, grandmother and great grandmother who loved spending time with her family and will b greatly missed by all who knew...

Nov 19, 2021

Carol J. Steele, 70, of Lancaster, passed away on November 19, 2021 at the Pickering House. She was born in West Union, OH to the late Bruce and Mable Thatcher on August 4, 1951.

Carol retired from American Chemical Society, and was the organist for Redeemer Lutheran Church.

She is survived by her husband, Randolph...

Nov 17, 2021

Bernadette L. Shahan 93 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.

She was the owner operator of rental properties and storage for over 45 years. She was a member of the Sixth Avenue United Methodist Church, Millersport Order of Eastern Star, she organized Girl Scout Troops, enjoyed playing golf, rolling...

Nov 16, 2021

Connie “Maw” M. Haynes 89 of Thornville, Formerly of Carroll, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at Country Lane Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

She worked for the Lazarus Department Store for many years in customer service.  She was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, loved her family which included her...

Nov 15, 2021

Darletta “Dee” Holland, 70, of Thurston, passed away on November 15, 2021 at Licking Memorial Hospital. She was born in Lancaster to the late Carl and Betty Devauld on October 8, 1951.

She is survived by her sister, Vickie Cochenour and Sherry Nicolia; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Rick Jenkins.

She was preceded...

Nov 15, 2021

Carl M. Kelly, 93, of Lancaster, passed away on November 15, 2021 at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born to the late Christopher and Bessie Kelly on April 27, 1928 in Harriman, TN.

Carl served his country as a member of the Navy, Coast Guard, and the Air Force. He belonged to the Masons, Shriners, Lancaster...

Nov 14, 2021

Alan Roger Miller, originally of Baltimore, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021, on his 58th birthday.  He was born November 14, 1963, in Lancaster, Ohio, to Willis and Carolyn (Sims) Miller. Alan was a special-needs person who lived with his parents for his first 45+ years before transitioning to a group home.  He attended Forest Rose School until...

Nov 14, 2021

John "Jack” Kelley, 92, of Lancaster passed away peacefully at his residence on November 14th, 2021. He was born in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Dr. A.M. and Esther (Ochs) Kelley on January 30th, 1929. He was a 1946 graduate of Lancaster High School, a 1950 graduate from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Arts, and a...

Nov 12, 2021

William “Bill” Hearn, age 57 of Lancaster, passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on Nov. 12, 2021.  He was born to the late Ralph and Dianna Fellure Hearn on July 5th, 1964 in Gallion, OH.  He was a printer who worked in advertising who loved woodworking.  He built many pieces of furniture and was quite talented with a scroll...

Nov 11, 2021

Judy E. Young, 71, of Lancaster, passed away on November 11, 2021. She was born to the late James and Garnett Sifford in Lancaster on July 29, 1950.

She is survived by her children, Tony (Amy) Young, Sherry Ann (John) Walter, and Michelle Pullin; grandchildren, Tiffany (Josh) Weldon, Nicholas (Amy) Walter, Alexis Walter, Cortlyn Young, Kedric Young,...

Nov 11, 2021

Joseph Carl Gray Jr., 86 of Thurston, went to be with his Lord on Nov. 11, 2021.  He was born on the south side of Lancaster on Jan 15, 1935 and then graduated from Millersport. He was the eldest member of the Fairfield Baptist Church in Thurston.  Carl worked at Alten's Foundry and Machine Works and served his country...

Nov 11, 2021

Russell M. Cline, 88, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2021.  He was born on October 19, 1933 in Geneva, Indiana to John and Christine Cline.  He grew up on a farm outside of Marysville, Ohio and graduated from Chuckery-Darby High School in 1951. Russ enlisted in the Navy for 3 years during the Korean War.

Nov 7, 2021

James "Jim" McCall, age 76 of Lancaster passed on Nov. 7th, 2021 at the James.  He was born on Feb 8th, 1945 to the late Clarence and Donna Whitmore McCall.  He was a 1963 graduate of Nelsonville York High School, was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Baltimore, the Moose Lodge and a member of the Eagles. ...

Nov 7, 2021

Garnet Y. Sewell, 89, of Lancaster, passed away on November 7, 2021. She was born in Lancaster to the late George and Huldah Yantes on May 28, 1932.

Garnet enjoyed tending to her garden and flowers.

She is survived by her daughters, Melinda Yantes and Regina (William Silbereis) Center; son, Joseph (Heather) Sewell; grandchildren, Mark...

Nov 7, 2021

Heath Monroe Harner passed away peacefully on November 7th, 2021 at the age of 79 after a 6-year battle with Vascular Dementia.

Heath was born in Columbus, Ohio on September 5th, 1942 to the late Bruce and Margaret Harner.

He graduated from Lancaster High School Class of 1960. After graduation Heath joined the Army Reserves...

Nov 5, 2021

Edwin "Eddie" Lee Sisco, 65 years old passed away November 5, 2021 at his residence. Eddie was born November 15, 1955 to Harry E. Sisco and Ilean Sisco in Lancaster, Ohio.

He is survived by his brothers, David A. Sisco and Cliff Hill; and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother, father,...