Local Ohio Obituaries
Janet E. Mason
May 3, 2025
Janet E. Mason, 72, of Lancaster, passed away on May 3, 2025. She was born to the late Harold and Gretta Rife on July 19, 1952.
She is survived by her husband, Danny Mason, son, Eric (Bridget) Kelley; brother, Galen Rife; grandchildren, Lilly, Damien, Cameron and Sophia; and nephew, Chris Plank.
Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Gretta...
Gary R. Wilson
May 3, 2025
Gary R. Wilson, 77, of Baltimore, passed away unexpectedly at home on May 3, 2025. Gary was born on April 2, 1948, and was the second of three children born to Raymond and Louise (Lowery) Wilson.
Gary was a 1966 graduate of Lancaster High School and Ohio University. He was employed at Anchor Hocking and Stuck Mold after graduation. Gary, along...
Walter Frank Ziegler
May 3, 2025
Walter Frank Ziegler, born on July 12, 1935, in Olean, NY, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025 at the Pickering House. He enjoyed a fulfilling and industrious life, marked by personal achievements and contributions to his community.
Walter graduated in 1959 from the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, NY, earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering. This education paved the...
C. Sue Wilson
May 2, 2025
Lancaster - C. Sue Wilson, age 90, died Friday, May 2, 2025 at the Arbors of Carroll.
She belonged to the Dozen Doers Homemakers, the Red Hats, and the Fairfield County Dairy Boosters. Sue loved playing euchre, reading, and most of all spending time with her family.
Sue is survived by her children Kevin (Linda) Wilson and Leslie Dunlap; grandchildren Natalie (Ryan)...
Donald James Regan Jr.
May 1, 2025
Donald “Don” James Regan Jr., 77, of Lancaster, went to be with the Lord on May 1, 2025. He was born to the late Natalie “Nana” Jean Fish and Donald “Bumpa” James Regan Sr. on June 18, 1947 in New London, Connecticut. He was raised in Turners Falls, Massachusetts and a 1966 graduate of Turners Falls High School.
Don proudly enlisted...
Jennie Louise (Bitler) Chase
May 1, 2025
Jennie Louise (Bitler) Chase 74 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 28, 1950 to the late James and Mary Bitler.
Jennie was a graduate of Lancaster High School Class of 1968 and later a graduate of Ohio State School of Cosmetology Class of 1985. She...
Ruth M. Azbell-Hightower
May 1, 2025
Ruth M. Azbell-Hightower, a woman of enduring grace and incomparable kindness, was called to her eternal rest on May 1, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on March 11, 1932, Ruth led a life rich in service, love, and unfaltering dedication to her family and friends.
Ruth's professional journey began after her graduation from the LHS class of 1950 and...
Donald E. Thomas
Apr 27, 2025
Donald E. Thomas, 58, of Rockbridge, Ohio passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Adena Hospital in Chillicothe, Ohio.
He was born to the late Gloris Thomas and Istvan "Steve" Czap in Columbus, Ohio on March 2, 1967. He attended Groveport Madison High School and after he graduated went off to work 10 years for the Ohio Historical Society where...
Max E. Wildermuth
Apr 25, 2025
Max E. Wildermuth, 95, of Lancaster, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025, at Primose Retirement Community. He was born on Saturday, November 2, 1929, in Lancaster, Ohio, to the late Bernard and Ida (Smith) Wildermuth.
Max retired from Boeing North American Aviation in 1989. He enjoyed fishing and bowling. He was inducted into the Southeastern Ohio division of the United States...
Jason Curtis Sherrick
Apr 24, 2025
In loving memory of Jason Curtis Sherrick, who was born on August 1, 1983, in Fort Ord, Seaside, California, and passed away at his residence in Lancaster on April 24, 2025. Jason, a man of great spirit and enthusiasm for life, brought joy to all who knew him.
He had a profound love for the great outdoors, finding solace and passion...
Wayne Scheitler III
Apr 24, 2025
Wayne Scheitler III, 45, of Lancaster, passed away at his home and surrounded by family on April 24, 2025.
Wayne loved music, cliff diving, fishing, and being outdoors.
He is survived by his wife, Carma Scheitler; daughters, Breanna Scheitler and Jazmin Mayle; granddaughter, Sereniti Moden; mother, Debra Roberts; sister, Brandy (Bryon) Brooks; special niece, Cierra Barton; several nieces and nephews; father, Ronald...
Vincent R. Smith I
Apr 18, 2025
Vincent R. Smith I, 70, of Millersport, passed away on April 18, 2025 at his residence. He was born to Lois Smith and the late John Smith on July 12, 1954.
Vincent was a great father, grandfather, and role model. He could fix anything and was a proud veteran of the United States Army.
He is survived by his sons, Vincent (Katie...
Frances Kaye Cox
Apr 18, 2025
Frances Kaye Cox, 79, of Carroll, passed away on April 18, 2025. She was born to the late Clayton and Esther Berry in Lancaster, OH on February 27, 1946.
Frances had a love for animals. She had pet rabbits, dogs, and enjoyed watching hummingbirds at her feeders.
She is survived by her son, Scott (Karen) Cox; daughter, Kelli (Gregory) Stats; grandchildren, Cory...
Doyle M. Darst
Apr 18, 2025
Doyle M. Darst, born on February 13, 1934, in Meigs County, Ohio, peacefully departed from this world on April 18, 2025, at home, surrounded by love, on Good Friday. His life was one marked by devotion and joy, both in his career and his faith.
Doyle dedicated many years as a machinist at Boeing and previously at Rockwell. Yet, it was...
Charles "Chuck" F. George
Apr 13, 2025
Charles “Chuck” Franklin George, 78, of Lancaster, OH, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025. He was born May 12, 1946 in Canton, OH to the late Kenneth and Betty (Gantz) George.
Charles was a 1964 graduate of Fairless High School in Navarre, OH, and a 1968 graduate of Otterbein College. He married his wife, Brenda (Immel) George on August 9,...
Theodore "Ted" Kellner
Apr 13, 2025
Theodore “Ted” Kellner 66 of Thornville, Ohio passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at the Laurels of Heath.
He was born on July 18, 1958 in Columbus, Ohio and had worked at a Dawes Arboretum.
Ted enjoyed playing darts, mowing grass and just plain being outdoors. He loved his OSU Buckeyes, grandchildren and being able to help people. He also enjoyed...
Joan Lucille Shonk
Apr 12, 2025
Joan Lucille Shonk 87 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Arbors of Carroll. She was born on August 22, 1937 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Ralph and Gertrude Faigley.
She was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church and enjoyed collecting panda bears.
Joan is survived by her daughters, Linda (Keith) Craig and Paula (Gary Krebs,...
Jennifer Sue Evans
Apr 8, 2025
Jennifer Sue Evans, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away on April 8, 2025, in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born on March 27, 1964, and lived a life dedicated to others, leaving an indelible mark on all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Before her illness, Jennifer served with passion at a DNA testing center, where she played a...
Barbara Jo Haffey
Apr 7, 2025
Barbara Jo Haffey, 69, of Lancaster, passed away on April 7, 2025 at the Fairfield Medical Center. She was born to the late Jennie “Louise” and Thomas Hiles Sr. on July 24, 1955 in Lancaster, OH.
Barbara graduated from Lancaster High School in 1973 after studying cosmetology. For years she cut and styled hair in her basement that acted as her...
Marcos Sergio Medina
Apr 6, 2025
Marcos Sergio Medina, 90, left this earth on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the Pickering House, Lancaster Ohio. He was born on April 25, 1934 in Mariel Cuba to Santiago and Maria (Perez) Medina. He received his education in Cuba as a Stenographer . He also worked in Manufacturing. Marcos met the love of his life, Nilda, at the age...
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