Local Ohio Obituaries
R. Nelson Hicks Jr
Jan 16, 2025
R. Nelson Hicks Jr, 90, of Lancaster, passed away at the Fairhope Pickering House on Thursday, January 16, 2025. He was born in Philadephia on September 21, 1934, to the late R. Nelson Hicks Sr and Marguerite Fischer. Nelson married Judy Ann White on October 27, 1956, and were together for 68 years.
Nelson retired from C.E Glass as a Plant...
Deborah "Debby" Baskin
Jan 14, 2025
Deborah “Debby” Ferne Baskin, 79, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was born on April 11, 1945, to the late Merlyn “Mac” McInturf and Hallie (Bowman) McInturf.
Debby graduated from Ohio University with a bachelor’s degree in education. She taught 2nd grade at Pleasantville Elementary for 35 years. Debby was a member of the First United...
Jesse E. "Skip Callhan" Dodson
Jan 13, 2025
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Thomas "Tom" L. Marshall
Jan 12, 2025
Thomas “Tom” L. Marshall 71 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on January 4, 1954 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Francis and Lois Marshall.
Tom was a Fairfield Union High School Graduate Class of 1972. Tom worked for Modern Heating and Cooling and then went to work for McCullough...
Jeff "Jeffro" Camp
Jan 10, 2025
On January 10, 2025, the world bid farewell to Jeff "Jeffro" Camp, 62, a cherished son of Baltimore, Ohio, whose spirit found joy in the simplest pleasures and whose craftsmanship left an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to know him. Born on July 26, 1962 he traversed life with a heart full of love, laughter, and an exceptional talent...
Rita Arlene Palmer Walt
Jan 9, 2025
Rita Arlene Palmer Walt 93 of Lancaster, Ohio passed assay on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at OSU Wexner Medical Center. She was born on June 28, 1931 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Nelson and Lillie Palmer.
She retired from Essex Wire with 30 years of service and later ran Baker Rental Co. for 30 years. Rita was a member of...
Polly A. Rice
Jan 9, 2025
Polly A. Rice, 69, of Lancaster, passed away on January 9, 2025 at the Pickering House. She was born to the late Lloyd Sr. and Gwen Dwyer on January 30, 1955. Polly was tough in spirit, and a dedicated mother and grandmother, loving her family dearly. She also loved word searches and picture puzzles.
She is survived by her husband, John...
Chris Wentz
Jan 9, 2025
Christopher Allen Wentz, 59, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 9th, 2025. Chris was born on September 3rd, 1965, in Lancaster, Ohio. Chris lived for many of his 59 years in Logan, Ohio, raising kids and horses with his loving wife, Nancy Wentz.
Chris worked as a truck driver by trade. Chris worked for XPO in Columbus, Ohio...
Jo Ann Swinehart
Jan 7, 2025
Jo Ann (Watson) Swinehart, 88, of Pleasantville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born on April 26, 1936, to the late Gerold and Bertha (Anderson) Watson.
Jo Ann retired from Pleasantville Elementary School, where she worked as a secretary for 40 years. She was a 70-year member of the Parthenia Chapter 124 Order...
Julia "Annie" Gray
Jan 5, 2025
Julia “Annie” Gray, 81, of Lancaster and formerly of Zanesville, passed away on January 5, 2025 at her residence. She was born to the late Oran and Lenora Chappelear on April 5, 1943 in Roseville, OH.
Annie was funny, ornery, and loved by many. Those fortunate enough to know Annie will remember her not just for her delightful wit, but also...
Mary M. Brown
Jan 4, 2025
Mary M. Brown of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at her residence. She was born on September 30, 1926 in Sugar Grove, Ohio to the late Harley and Sadie Miller.
She enjoyed gardening and creating crafts. Mary would make birthday and holiday greeting cards for family and friends.
Mary is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Stephen R....
Helen L. Brandt
Jan 4, 2025
Helen L. Brandt, 95, died Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Altercare, Thornville.
Helen was born February 23, 1929 to Dollie and David Rardon. She was a 1947 graduate of Kirkersville High School.
Helen is survived by her sons Terry (Norma) White; John (Joyce) White, and David White; grandchildren Jery, Brian, Brett, Zari, Barry, and Kelly; great grandchildren; step children; and step grandchildren.
She...
Virginia Irene Tanner
Jan 2, 2025
Virginia “Sis” Irene Tanner 90 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
She is survived by her children Deborah Austin and Robert (Christina) Tanner; grandchildren Carl (Rhonda) Headley, Tabbitha (Aaron) Prentice, Shad Austin, Jillian (Anthony) Papio and Maggie (Hunter) Ricketts, sixteen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; sisters Mary Haney, Ruth Cochenour, Kay Hendricks and...
Linda L. Benadum
Jan 2, 2025
Linda L. Underwood Benadum 71 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2024 at the Pickering House. She was born on December 2, 1953 in Lancaster, Ohio to Robert and Muriel Underwood.
She was a graduate of Lancaster High School where she played in the band and Hocking Technical College where Linda went on to work at a scrapyard...
Benton "Ben" VanNess Jessup
Jan 1, 2025
Ben Jessup,63, passed away at FMC on January 1, 2025 after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
Ben was a Lancaster High School graduate, class of 1980 “Born to Run”, a proud Ohio University bobcat graduating from the College of Business in 1987, and a member of Masonic Temple, Lodge #57, Lancaster, OH. Ben retired from Nationwide Insurance in 2020 and...
Charles Keith "Old School" McGuire
Jan 1, 2025
Baltimore - Charles Keith “Old School” McGuire, 79, died on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 unexpectedly at his residence.
Keith’s family is so large that the family reunion was held at the Gallipolis, Ohio fairgrounds. There would be too many to list here in this humble obituary. If you do not see your name, please know you are not forgotten, and you...
Carol L. Poff
Jan 1, 2025
Carol Poff, 84, of Lancaster, Ohio went to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Carol was a member of The Little Country Church in Lancaster, Ohio, Baltimore VFW Post 3761 Auxiliary and was a retired supervisor for 3M Corporation in Baltimore.
Carol is survived, by her daughters Chris (Mike) Varnell of Lancaster and Jennifer (Wayne) West of Plain City...
Tessie McCoy Akers
Dec 31, 2024
Tessie M. (McCoy) Akers, 94, of Lancaster, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. She was greeted at the gates of Heaven, “Well done, my good and faithful one”.
Tessie met the love of her life and beloved husband of 58 years, Bud Akers, Jr. Tessie was a loving Mother to her children...
Linda K. Fosnaugh
Dec 31, 2024
Linda K. Fosnaugh, 88, of Lancaster, OH, passed away at Thornville Altercare on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, leaving a void her family cannot fill.
Linda took special joy in gardening, reading, music, and her family. Her sense of humor won the hearts of many who met her.
Linda is survived by her loving children, Tisha (Victor) Harris of Roseville, OH, James Fosnaugh...
Patrick "Pat" Powers
Dec 30, 2024
Patrick “Pat” Powers Jr, 72, passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on Monday, December 30, 2024. He was born in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Patrick and Marabelle (Underwood) Powers.
Pat graduated from Lancaster High School in 1970. He was an avid golfer and even had an OSU golf cart, which he enjoyed riding in. He played many sports and loved...
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