Local Ohio Obituaries

Jan 15, 2021

Sandra “Sandy” Graffis, age 83, of Lancaster Ohio passed away at the Pickering House on January 15th, 2021. Sandra was born to the late Ralph and Addie (Williams) Piper on December 10th, 1937. Sandra's biggest passion in life has always been her family. Sandra enjoyed her time with her children and grandchildren more than anything else in life, her...

Jan 15, 2021

Billie England, 72 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Friday, January 15, 2021 at her residence.

She was a Licensed Practical Nurse and worked for many years as an associate at the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, cooking, Christmas and her canine companion Gracie.

Billie is survived by her sons, Kevin F....

Jan 14, 2021

Emily Louise Sharp, 96, passed away on January 14, 2021, after suffering a major stroke. Emily was born in Paulding County, Ohio, the second of four children of Floyd and Marie Keck. She earned a BA from Indiana University and an MA in counseling from Ohio University.  Emily was a beloved teacher in the Berne Union School District.  In...

Jan 14, 2021

Roger Allen Guess, of Lancaster, went to be with his precious Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 14, 2021 at the age of 87.

Rog shared over 68 years of marriage with the love of his life, Luella “Lou”, who has survived him, along with his son, James (Cindy) Guess; daughter, Julie (Mike) Flowers; and sister,...

Jan 14, 2021

Carla S. Reedy 67 of Huber Heights, Ohio passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio.

She was the general manager of cash management for P & R Communications Services Inc.  She loved being with her family, grandchildren, and just watching her grandchildren play sports.  Carla enjoyed shopping and her card club....

Jan 12, 2021

Ermel Ray Brewer, Sr. 90 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was a retired maintenance superintendent for Franklin International with 30 years of service.

He is survived by his son, Ray Brewer, Jr. of Cape Coral, Florida; granddaughter, Natalie Brewer of Cleveland, Ohio; brothers, Henry Brewer of Kermit, West...

Jan 11, 2021

Clara Louise Shull, 88, of Lancaster, passed away on January 11, 2021. She was born in Sugar Grove to the late William and Alice Rudolph on July 20, 1932.

Clara enjoyed auctions, antiques, and had a special place in her heart for her pets.

She is survived by her sons, Jeff (Karen) Shull, Gregg (Sandy)...

Jan 11, 2021

Ersel Eugene Taylor, age 83 of Lancaster went to be with his Lord on January 11, 2021 at  Country Lane Gardens in Thornville.  He was born to the late Oscar and Laurie Drumm Taylor in Somerset on March 14, 1937.  He was a 1957 Graduate of Liberty Union and retired from the City of Lancaster Street Department.  He previously...

Jan 10, 2021

Gary Amel Gerken, age 86, of Grove City Ohio passed away at Doctors Hospital on January 10th, 2021. Gary was born to the late Fred and Freida (Shromme) Gerken on January 4th, 1935 in Lancaster Ohio. Gary graduated from LHS, class of '53. After graduation Gary went on to study at OU and played for the Bobcats. Gary also...

Jan 10, 2021

Caroline J. Wiseman 86 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at the Pickering House.

She was a waitress at many places including Jimmy’s Drive In.  She enjoyed reading, walking her canine companion “Spooky”.

Caroline is survived by her husband of 34 years, Henry Wiseman; son, Ralph “Ed” Shrider of Lancaster, Ohio; daughter,...

Jan 8, 2021

Samuel L. Aisel 64 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away January 8, 2021 at Ohio State University Medical Center.

He was a sky wheel operator for various fairs prior to becoming a truck driver and later retiring from Mercer Trucking Company. He was a carpenter, enjoyed gardening, various family oriented activities and loved his family.

Samuel...

Jan 8, 2021

Joseph M. Pierce 43 of Thornville, Ohio passed away Friday, January 8, 2021 at the Pickering House.

He was retired from the Millersport Volunteer Fire Department with 16 years of service and was a 911 dispatcher for Licking County with 20 years of service.

Joseph liked running, hiking, fishing, camping and the great outdoors.  He...

Jan 7, 2021

Roberta “Berty” Sue Crawford, 77 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, January 7, 2021.  She was born on August 19, 1943 to the late Robena and Norman Seesholtz.

She was a member of the Lancaster United Brethren Church.

She was the most wonderful wife, mother and grandmother anyone could ever...

Jan 7, 2021

Alva “Gene” Azbell, 84, of Lancaster, passed away on January 7, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center, surrounded by his wife and family, after a brief illness. He was born on December 28, 1936 to the late Fred and Goldie Azbell. Gene was a retired tool and die maker by trade.

He is survived by his loving wife...

Jan 4, 2021

Robert Anthony Bruno Sr, age 66, of Weirton, West Virginia, passed Monday, January 4, 2021 peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family in Lancaster, Ohio. Robert was born February 26, 1954 to the late Carolyn Smith and Kenneth Bruno. He married his high school sweetheart, Linda Magnone, of whom he loved and cherished. They raised three sons together,...

Jan 4, 2021

Earl Short, 88, of Rushville, Ohio went to be with our Lord and Savior on Monday, January 4, 2021 after a brief illness.

Earl was born in Birmingham, AL on October 2, 1932, son of the late Robert and Luddie Mae (Hutchinson) Short.  He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Barbara (Mais) Short; three sons,...

Jan 3, 2021

Donna Jean Bigham, 75 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.

She was a retired packer for Anchor Hocking Glass Corp. with 40 years of service.  She was a member of Grace United Church of Christ and F.O.E. Aries #2120.  Donna enjoyed gardening, crafts, Elvis Presley, Thomas Kinkade items and...

Jan 2, 2021

David Paul Edward, age 57, of Lancaster Ohio passed away at his place of residence on January 2nd, 2021. David was born to Donald Edward and Mary Lou Beatty on September 21st, 1963 in Lompoc California. David had a wonderful, caring personality and worked as a nurse to be able to use his personality to its fullest. David was...

Jan 2, 2021

Jack L. Burnside, age 83, of Lancaster, Ohio went to the loving arms of his Savior on Saturday, January 2, 2021 with family at his side.  Jack was born in Lancaster and graduated from Lancaster High School in 1956. During high school, he played the drums in the marching band and was active in The Boy Scouts of America,...

Jan 2, 2021

Jimmie L. Mathias, age 85 of Baltimore, died January 2nd, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.  He was born to the late Walter and May Kane Mathias in Baltimore on September 6th, 1935.  He retired from Tectum in Newark where he was a purchasing agent.  He was a member of "The Grove Community Christian Church" and was a former elder...