Local Ohio Obituaries

May 29, 2019

Myrna K. Hartle, 87, took her last breath and went to the Lord at 10:55 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2019. She was born Myrna Mae Knight on April 24, 1932, to Richard Orville Knight and Evelyn Mae Wagoner in Columbus, Ohio.  In her teens Myrna was active in Campfire Girls, where her nickname was  “Myke,” and she graduated...

May 28, 2019

Charles M. Sallee “Chuck”, 47, of Baltimore passed away May 28, 2019 peacefully at home after a long battle with Huntington’s Disease.

Preceded in death by father, Michael D. Sallee.

Survived by wife, Brandi Sallee; daughters, Michelle Cordial (Zach) and Hannah Sallee; and granddaughter, Gracie Cordial. Also survived by mother, Rosanne Sallee; grandmother, Bonnie Sallee;...

May 28, 2019

Maureen McGuire, 61, of Lancaster passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2019, after a long illness. She was born March 9, 1958, to John and Patricia McGuire.

Maureen is survived by her mother, Patricia; brothers, Michael and John; and sister, Linda.

She was preceded in death by her father, John; and brother, David McGuire.

May 28, 2019

Lanny E. Crist 77 of Lancaster, Ohio former resident of Springfield , Ohio died Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at Genesis Health Care in Somerset, Ohio.

He was owner of Spartan Machinery Co. and was a graduate of Millersport High School Class of 1960 and a graduate of Ohio University, Athens Class of 1966. He enjoyed cross stitching...

May 25, 2019

Sharolette Rose Hunckler, 75, of Lancaster, passed away on May 25, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born on April 30, 1944 to the late Fred and Alma Raney in Bruceville, IN.

Sharolette is survived by her sons, Timothy Hunckler, and Rodney Hunckler; grandchildren, Alec, Tanner, and Josh; great-granddaughter, Addilynn; and siblings, Sharon, Ada, and Mike....

May 24, 2019

Flossie Lutz Walt, age 99 of Lancaster, passed away peacefully Friday May 24th, 2019 at Traditions of Chillicothe.  She was born on January 19th, 1920 in Hocking County to the late George and Dessie Nungester Lutz.  In her early years she worked for Anchor Hocking Glass. She retired from Lancaster Glass where she worked in quality control.  She was...

May 22, 2019

Walter “Sonny” Keplar, 85, of Lancaster, formerly Nelsonville, passed away on May 22, 2019 at the Pickering House with family by his side. After a long battle with cancer, the pain is finally over.

Sonny accomplished and enjoyed many things. He was an avid golfer, coached the Cedar Heights Hornets Biddy Basketball team for over 40 years,...

May 20, 2019

Carolyn F. Kish, 78, of Lancaster passed away on Monday, May 20, 2019, at Fairfield Medical Center.

Carolyn is survived by her daughter, Teresa Kish of North Carolina; sons, Randy Kish of North Carolina and Robert (Janet) Kish of Lancaster; 6 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.

Carolyn...

May 17, 2019

Kanward Lee Faulk, age 79, of Lancaster, Ohio, departed this earthly life to his Eternal Home on May 17, 2019, at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, Ohio with his loving wife of 60 years, Ann, by his side.

Lee, as he was known, was born July 19, 1939, in Crowley, Louisiana to Ellis Albion Faulk and Pauline...

May 17, 2019

Donna M. Powell 91 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, May 17, 2019 at her residence.

She was a dental assistant for many years and also worked at the Estate Golf Club.  She was a member of Fifth Avenue Church of Christ, and avid golfer, bowler and loved sports in general.

Donna is survived...

May 17, 2019

Rose L. Doty, age 92, died Friday May 17th, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born to the late Jesse and Emma Krile Shull in Sugar Grove on March 3rd, 1927.  She was a glass selector for Anchor Hocking and then retired as a Case Worker for Children’s services.  She was a member of Sponagle Trinity Lutheran Church...

May 15, 2019

Richard “Dick” Conrad, 69, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019.

Dick is survived by his daughter, Tracy (Will) Conrad Todd; grandchildren, Hayleigh and Charles Buckley, William R. Chaffins, and Jordan Todd; great grandchildren, Gracie, Aurora, Carleigh, Gabby, Ava, and little Benson who will arrive this fall; mother, Bessie Carper; siblings, Robert (Tammy) Conrad, Patricia...

May 15, 2019

Barbara J. Braglin, 76 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at the Pickering House.

She was a retired home health aide for Interim Healthcare.  She had a love for quilting, knitting, looming scrap booking and playing cards.  Barbara donated handmade caps for newborn infants at Fairfield Medical Center and Hocking Valley Hospital.  She loved...

May 14, 2019

Jim Kohli, 62, of Jeffersonville, Ohio passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2019. Jim was born on January 17, 1957 in Wauseon, Ohio, the son of the late Ezra and June Kohli. He was married to Sanya Sabins on October 2, 1982. Jim spent his life in the construction field, woodworking and piddling around his barn.

Jim is...

May 13, 2019

The sweetest thing in all my life has been the longing to reach the Mountain…

John Meredith Fisher, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on the afternoon of Monday, May 13, 2019.  He was a U.S. Army Veteran, long-standing member of First Baptist Church of Carroll and a retired employee of EBCO Manufacturing.  John was ...

May 13, 2019

Derek Runyon 26 of Mt. Perry Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 13, 2019 at his residence.   He was born on September 8, 1992 in Columbus., Ohio.  Derek was a graduate of Logan-Hocking High School.

He worked for Zarley Excavating, enjoyed the art of drawing, loved cars and trucks and enjoyed shooting firearms.

Derek...

May 12, 2019

Gary Rowley, 85, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 12, 2019. Gary was born April 15, 1934, in Mount Vernon, Ohio to the late George and Lucille Rowley.

Gary was a 1952 graduate of Lancaster High School and served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Gary was a member of St. John’s Episcopal...

May 9, 2019

Donald Lee Sesslar, 91, crossed the finish line into Heaven on May 9, 2019 to join his sweet Maryjane. Don was surrounded by his loving children, Dawn and Steven, and granddaughter, Claire.

Don was born May 21, 1927 on the family farm in Washington Courthouse - Fayette County, Ohio. He was the son of Alice Louise Hall...

May 9, 2019

Edward K. Dorst, Sr. 77 of Baltimore, Ohio died Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.   He was born on January 7, 1942 to the late Pearl and Beryle Dorst.

He worked as an over the road truck driver for over 40 years.  Edward loved his old cars and going to cruise-ins along with all types...

May 8, 2019

Mae Elenor Jensen, 84, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at Bickford of Lancaster. She was born on February 28, 1935 to the late Ralph and Violet Osman in West Reading, PA.

Mae loved to walk, play the piano, read, garden, play games with her grandchildren and write poetry. She also loved animals - especially her...