Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Lisa Marie Duccilli

Lisa Marie Duccilli

Oct 8, 2025

Our beautiful daughter Lisa Marie Duccilli went home to be with our Lord on 08 October 2025.

Our sweet Lisa will be missed and loved every single moment of every day until we meet again in God’s presence. We will miss her wonderful laugh and smile. She loved her family more than anything in the world. She loved family get-togethers and...

Ann J. Wendt

Ann J. Wendt

Oct 7, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Ann J. Wendt (nee Barkhurst)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ann J. Wendt, of Lancaster, Ohio, and formerly of El Paso, Texas, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She departed this life peacefully on October 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Hospice – Pickering House, Lancaster, Ohio.

Born on June 9,...

Viola Marie “Vi” Beatty

Viola Marie “Vi” Beatty

Oct 7, 2025

Viola Marie “Vi” Beatty, 83, of Lancaster, passed away on October 7, 2025 at Altercare at Lanfair.

Vi was a member of Christ Lutheran Church. She enjoyed flowers, bird watching (which recently included squirrels), and loved her family.

She is survived by her son, Gregg Myers; daughter, Beverly (James) Wilson; grandson, Keith (Michelle) Bost; and great granddaughter, Audrey Bost.

She is preceded in...

Roy E. Campbell

Roy E. Campbell

Oct 6, 2025

Roy E. Campbell, 64, died Monday, October 6, 2025 at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, OH.

Roy was born to the late John E. and Gerry M. (Heimlich) Campbell in Nelsonville, OH July 18, 1961. He graduated from high school in New Lexington, OH. Roy served in the US Air Force.

Roy is survived by his children Stephanie Wood and Kelly Campbell;...

Carl Eugene Rawlins

Carl Eugene Rawlins

Oct 5, 2025

Carl Eugene Rawlins, of Carroll, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on October 5, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on April 24, 1945, in Scioto County, Carl's life exemplified hard work, devotion, and kindness.

Carl dedicated himself to the City of Columbus, where he worked diligently in the water division, contributing his expertise as the head of the...

Vickie L. Starner

Vickie L. Starner

Oct 5, 2025

Vickie L. Starner, 61, of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at her home after a brief but fierce battle with cancer. She was born December 20, 1963, in Lancaster, Ohio, daughter of the late John R. and Correna L. (Wheeler) Cottrill. 

Vickie was an ‘82 graduate of Bloom Carroll and a graduate of the Ohio State...

Ruth E. Davis

Ruth E. Davis

Oct 4, 2025

Ruth E. Davis, 97, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at her residence. She was born on Friday, August 24, 1928, to the late Rennie and Eleanor Davis in Youngstown, Ohio. Ruth married Charles C. Davis Jr in 1951 while he was in the Navy, and they moved to California, settling in San Diego. After spending...

Roger Eugene Huffer

Roger Eugene Huffer

Oct 3, 2025

Roger Eugene Huffer, age 81, passed away on October 3, 2025, at the Fair Hope Pickering House. Born on June 19, 1944, in Lancaster, Ohio, Roger emerged from humble beginnings tirelessly working from the moment he graduated Bremen High School in 1962. His early days were spent laboring at Anchor for a mere dollar an hour, but these modest beginnings...

Sharon L. Koksal

Sharon L. Koksal

Oct 2, 2025

Sharon L. Koksal; 86, of Lancaster, and formerly of Bradenton, FL passed away on October 2, 2025 at the Pickering House.

Sharon was born October 11, 1938 in Decatur, IL to the late Margaret and Garold Neathery. As the eldest child she exhibited a strong sense of responsibility in helping her mother care for her brother and sister following the untimely...

Gale L. Barry

Gale L. Barry

Sep 30, 2025

Gale Lewis Barry, 96, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at his residence in Reflections Retirement Community.

Gale was the owner of Glass Service Co. Inc. for 40 years. He served in the Navy, post WWII. Gale was always busy. He was a member of First United Methodist Church and involved in different organizations including Kiwanis, Masonic...

Virginia L. Koch

Virginia L. Koch

Sep 29, 2025

Virginia L. Koch, 86, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away Monday, September 29, 2025, at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born April 5, 1939, in Rockbridge, Ohio, the daughter of the late Wilmon P. and Oleta P. (Rider) Koch.

A graduate of Ohio University, Virginia earned her master’s degree and went on to a fulfilling 32-year career as a history teacher at...

Peggy Ann Caudill

Peggy Ann Caudill

Sep 28, 2025

Peggy Ann Caudill, 67, of Carroll, passed away on September 28, 2025 at the Pickering House. She was born to the late Orville and Mary Moore on April 28, 1958.

Peggy is survived by her husband, Donald Caudill; daughter, Sarah Caudill; grandsons, Quinten (Paige) Moore and Alex George; great granddaughter, Brielle Moore; sister, Edna Moore; nephew, Kenny (Angela) Moore; and great...

Leland Joseph Hoshor

Leland Joseph Hoshor

Sep 23, 2025

Leland Joseph Hoshor, cherished and beloved, was born into this world on September 23rd, 2025, yet he graced us with his presence for only a fleeting moment. Though he entered the world silently, the love that surrounded him in those brief seconds was profound and unwavering. He will forever be remembered by his loving mother, Brittany Bunkers, who held him...

Maxine Watts

Maxine Watts

Sep 21, 2025

Maxine Watts, 85, of Baltimore, OH, went to be with the Lord Sunday, September 21, 2025.

She was born on March 1, 1940 in Cabell County, WV. Maxine worked for 3M serving various roles throughout her 17 years with the company. She enjoyed bird watching, and crocheting. Maxine was a very talented seamstress.

Maxine is survived by her daughters Brenda S. Miller...

Todd R. Powers

Todd R. Powers

Sep 21, 2025

Todd R. Powers, 53, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the Pickerington Methodist Hospital. He was born on Friday, October 15, 1971, in Columbus, Ohio, to Richard and Jean (Booth) Powers.

Todd was a graduate of Liberty Union High School, where he participated in several sports, including football, baseball, and basketball. His love for sports didn’t stop in high...

Debra "Deb" M. Fisher

Debra "Deb" M. Fisher

Sep 21, 2025

Debra “Deb” M. Fisher, age 69 on Saturday, Sept. 21, the Lord took Debbie home after years of dealing with health issues. She graduated from Bloom Carroll High School in 1974, and graduated from Morehead State University in 1979 with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education. Other plans were in store. She worked at Paradies Gift Shop at John Glenn...

Robert E. Loy

Robert E. Loy

Sep 21, 2025

Robert E. Loy, a spirited soul with a heart full of laughter, departed from this world on September 21, 2025 at the age of 100 He was surrounded by his loving children at his residence as he passed. Born in Lancaster, on September 15, 1925, Bob lived a life rich with dedication, humor, and a zest for engaging those around...

Mary L. Dupler

Mary L. Dupler

Sep 20, 2025

Mary L. Dupler, born on August 20, 1930, in Carroll, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her residence in Millersport on September 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 95 years old.

Mary was a woman of remarkable spirit and warmth, whose laughter was infectious and whose zest for life was apparent to everyone around her. Known lovingly for her...

Ronald "Ron" L. Motsch

Ronald "Ron" L. Motsch

Sep 19, 2025

The patriarch of our family passed away last Friday evening. Ronald L. Motsch, our father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, father-in-law, brother-in-law, and friend said goodbye peacefully on September 19, 2025, and will be forever missed. He was 91 years young.

Born September 14, 1934 to Farrell H. and Betty J. Motsch in Lancaster, Ohio, he was a friendly man, as he...

Nancy F. Linn

Nancy F. Linn

Sep 18, 2025

Nancy F. Linn 95 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at the Pickering House. She was born on December 16, 1929 in Logan, Ohio to the late Sherman and Helen Huffines.

She retired from Lancaster Electro Plating with 23 years of service. She was a long time member of Faith Memorial Church and former member of the...