Local Ohio Obituaries

Nov 21, 2019

George A. Karns Sr., age 83, passed peacefully on November 21, 2019. George was born March 15, 1936 to Claude and Shirley Karns in Colfax, Ohio. George is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Mary Margaret (Perry) Karns; children Beverly (Jim) Stebelton, Diana (Kevin) Bush, Micky (Gregory) Dilley, Randy (Misti) Karns, Larry Karns, Wendee Hamilton, and George...

Nov 20, 2019

George N. “Pud” Miller of Lancaster, Sunrise, 2-26-1949, Sunset, 11-20-2019.  George was born to the late Robert and Betty (Linton) in Pleasantville, OH.  He was a Firefighter-Paramedic for over 30 years for the Lancaster Fire Department.  He loved what he did and missed it when he retired.  He was proud of the Firefighters raising money for MDA and Jerry’s...

Nov 19, 2019

Leah Escobar Swain left this world early on November 19, 2019. She was born March 1, 1992 in Lancaster, Ohio, the youngest of five children, to Randall and Dianna Swain.

Leah attended Eastland Performing Arts High School in Reynoldsburg, OH. After graduating from high school, she obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Dance and Theatre Arts...

Nov 19, 2019

Douglas L. Mallory, age 62 of Lancaster, died November 19, 2019 at Ohio State Medical Center.  He was born on June 8th, 1957 in Lancaster.  He was retired and always enjoyed spending time working on his cars and trucks.  His specialty was his gift of pinstriping, always keeping the straightest of lines with a steady hand.  He enjoyed racing...

Nov 19, 2019

Joan High Clayton, 92, of Lancaster, passed away on November 19, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born to the late Melvyn Lynn High and Bertie Clarissa Young High in Moundsville, West Virginia.

Joan attended and graduated from Bethany College and West Liberty College training as a teacher with an emphasis in English.  Joan taught elementary...

Nov 18, 2019

Donald E. Herder 59 of Somerset, Ohio passed away Monday, November 18, 2019 at his home due to a farming accident.  He was born on February 24, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio to the late James and Betty Herder.

He was employed with I.B.E.W. Local 1105 in Nashport, Ohio.  Don was an electrician for 35 years. He grew...

Nov 18, 2019

Kathy Bailey of Lancaster, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 18, 2019 at the Pickering House. She was born on November 15, 1935 to William and Donna Belle Gibson in Evarts KY.

While attending Berea College she met the love of her life, Dempsey Bailey. They were married on December 18, 1954.

Nov 18, 2019

Vicky Sue Neff, age 63 of Lancaster, died Nov. 18, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born to the late Joe and Iceleen Taylor Lavelle on Oct, 5th, 1956 in Lancaster.  She worked at Binigers Drive-Thru for 25 years then became a pharmacy tech and worked at Kroger's for 12 years.  She enjoyed gardening, and actually went to...

Nov 17, 2019

Devonte Michael Keith Hyde, bon September 23rd, 2019, just shy of 2 months old, went to be with the Lord on November 17, 2019.  His life was short, yet the love that he had will continue on in the hearts of all who knew him.  He left this world for a better one and is joining his family that...

Nov 16, 2019

Danny K. Ream 66 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was an electrician for many years.

He is survived by his companion, Sandy Godfrey; daughter, Jamie Lynn Oiler of Chillicothe, Ohio; grandchildren, Cambria Ream, Trevor Pal Anthony Oiler, Lexus Anne Oiler and Samantha Abigail Oiler; father, David Ream...

Nov 16, 2019

Leland Jay Schroeder, Sr. 73 of Lancaster, Ohio died Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Arbors at Carroll.

He was retired welder for Altens Foundry.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, loved to ride his motorcycle and loved his family.

Leland is survived by his children, Leland J. Schroeder, Jr. of Amanda, Ohio; Debbie (Marvin) Frank of Lancaster,...

Nov 13, 2019

Lorene A. “Granny” Juniper, 70 of Junction City, Ohio formerly of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.

She was a Lancaster High School graduate and a retired registered nurse for Lan-Fair Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was a member of Junction City United Methodist Church, American Legion Auxiliary...

Nov 10, 2019

Raesean "Sean" J. Shanks, age 31 of Baltimore, died November 10, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.  Reasean came into his forever family at just 4 weeks of age. Born with several medical needs, Raesean was born to be a fighter.  In his short life he endured multiple surgeries and setbacks.  He never let his lifestyle darken his...

Nov 9, 2019

Calvin E. Davis, age 79 of Carroll went to be with the Lord, on November 9th, 2019 at the Pickering House.  He was born in Beauty, KY on August 14th, 1940 to the late Everett and Mae Hobbs Davis.  Calvin retired as an amazing house painter and wallpaper installer, who greatly enjoyed his profession.  He was a devote member...

Nov 7, 2019

Veleda A. England, age 84 of Lancaster, died Nov. 7, 2019 at Ashley Manor.  She was born to the late, Frank and Edith Mast Hutchens on Dec. 17, 1934 in Lancaster.  She retired as a florist at Ye Old Lancaster Flower Shop after 25+ years, was a member of Mills United Methodist Church and Olivedale. Veleda enjoyed line dancing...

Nov 6, 2019

Jerry L. Seesholtz, 82, of Lancaster, passed away at Adams Lane Care Center on November 6, 2019. He was born to the late Ronald and Edith Seesholtz on June 6, 1937.

Jerry was an avid golfer, even traveling across the country to play. He enjoyed many other sports, however, taking the time to help coach others. Jerry...

Nov 6, 2019

Robert A. Quick, age 55 of Pleasantville, died Nov. 6 2019 at the Pickering House.  He was born in Hahn, Germany on Aug. 3, 1964. He is the son of Robert F. and Lettie M. (Wallace) Quick of Pleasantville formerly of New Salem.  He became an Eagle Scout who was still active and he was an amazing plumber.  Robert...

Nov 3, 2019

Evelyn Ruth Bryson, 98, of Lancaster passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019.  Born May 26, 1921 in Connellsville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Mary Irene (Graft) Harbaugh.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph W. Bryson on February 28, 1999.  Also preceding her were siblings, Dorothy M. Pritts, George R....

Nov 2, 2019

Cynthia “Cindy” Rae Shumaker, 63 of Pleasantville, died November 2nd 2019 at the residence.   She was born to her late parents, John and Mary Kettell Shumaker on Nov. 1, 1956.  She worked as a grill cook at burger king for 22 years, greatly enjoyed camping with her family, bowling with Expanding Your Horizons, doodling and coloring on paper, crafting...

Nov 1, 2019

Ralph Maynard Haas – Age 96 of Lancaster, Oh passed away November 1st 2019 with his daughter and granddaughter by his side.

I was a lifelong resident of Lancaster. I was born June 9, 1923 to Ralph Peters Haas and Ora Martin Haas. I was an Eagle Scout, attended Lancaster High School and graduated as an honor...