Local Ohio Obituaries

Sep 6, 2017

Ralph R. Mertz peacefully passed away on September 6, 2017 after a lengthy illness.

Born in Columbus, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Elizabeth Mertz.

Survivors include his wife, Elaine; seven step-children and their families; as well as his beloved pet, Madelyn.

Ralph was in the Army and was stationed...

Sep 5, 2017

Matthew David Primmer 37 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He is survived by the mother of his children, Heather Oatney; children, Destiny, Dakota and Paige Primmer; grandfather, Howard “Buddy” Wiseman, Sr. of Lancaster, Ohio; brothers, P.J. Beatty, Mark (Lori) Wiseman, Howard “Buddy” Wiseman, Jr. all of Lancaster, Ohio, and...

Sep 4, 2017

Elsie E. Brown 84 of Logan, Ohio formerly of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Monday, September 4, 2017 at her residence.

She was retired from Anchor Hocking Glass Corp., a member of the A.F. G. W. U. #540, Parents without Partners and Olivedale Senior Citizens Center.

Elsie is survived by her daughter, Phyllis (Mike) Guisinger of...

Sep 2, 2017

Judith M. Johnston, of Hebron, Oh, passed away on September 2, 2017. She was born on December 24, 1952 to Judith and the late Joseph Hemphill.

Judy was a natural caregiver, and was focused on making everyone around her happy. She also loved her grandson dearly, and enjoyed spending as much time with him as possible.

Sep 1, 2017

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Sep 1, 2017

Floyd J. Hook, 70, of Baltimore, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, September 1, 2017. He was born July, 24, 1947, in Blacklick, Ohio to the late Floyd S. and Alveda (Looker) Hook. Floyd worked for many years for Worthington Industries. He is survived by his daughters, Tammy Cote and Tracy (Steve) Hall; four grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren;...

Aug 30, 2017

David Brehm, 77, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at Fairfield Medical Center. David served in the U.S. Marine Corps and he was a member of Maple Street United Methodist Church in Lancaster. David was active for over 30 years with the Boy Scouts of America and many years with the Lancaster Pigeon Club. He also enjoyed...

Aug 28, 2017

John R. Beck, age 73 of Lancaster, died August 28th, 2017 at the Pickering House. He was born to the late Ralph and Margaret Reef Beck on Oct. 12th, 1943 in Lancaster. John along with his wife Jean, owned and operated the Beck Christmas Tree Farm. He also was retired from the Lancaster Fire Department. He was a member...

Aug 27, 2017

Rosalee Mettler Lacey 82 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, august 27, 2017 at Homestead Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She retired from Essex Wire and was a member Bible Baptist Church.

She is survived by her sons, Richard Lynn (Diane) Lacey of Thornville, Ohio and Robert Stuart Lacey of Columbus, Ohio; seven grandchildren, Johnathan, Jack, Derrick, Dustin,...

Aug 26, 2017

Lillian R. Hankison, age 97, of Baltimore died August 26th, 2017 at Crestview Nursing and Rehab. She was born to the late William and Mary Ann Paskins Robinson in Lancaster on May 17, 1920. She was a member of St. Peter’s Little Country Church, and the Eastern Star O.E.S. Parthenian Chapter 124. Also she was a member of the...

Aug 25, 2017

Selia Garcia De Martinez, age 67 of Lancaster went to be with the Lord on the evening of, August 25th, 2017 surrounded by her loving and kind family. She was always by her husband's side and her deep love will be missed, but never forgotten by her friends and family. A funeral Mass will take place at the Frank E....

Aug 25, 2017

Mitzie K. Doomy 93 of Pleasantville, Ohio former resident of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Friday, August 25, 2017 at Country Lane Gardens.

She was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Order of Eastern Star Parthenian Chapter 124 and Olivedale Senior Citizens Center.

Mitzie is survived by her grandchildren, Heather Doomy of...

Aug 25, 2017

Edward B. Sims 84 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Friday, August 25, 2017 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was a Korean Conflict veteran serving in the US Army and retired from Fairfield Paper Company with 45 years of service. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church and a lifetime member of the Baltimore VFW Post...

Aug 24, 2017

Carden N Hiles age 80 of Lancaster, went to be with our Lord and Savior very suddenly and unexpected on August 24, 2017. Carden was born in Columbus, on March 11, 1937 to the late Jesse and Lucille (Smith) Hiles.

Carden served in the U.S. Navy on the East and West coast. He was a...

Aug 22, 2017

B. Joan Landis, age 89 of Baltimore, died on August 22nd, 2017 at LanFair Rehabilitation. She was born to the late Don and Floe Gurile Wolfe, on October 30th, 1927 in Thurston. She along with her husband Dale were owners and operators of the Paper Mill Restaurant in Baltimore. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church and enjoyed...

Aug 21, 2017

John A. Shuttleworth, 93, formerly of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, August 21, 2017, at the Inn at Belden Village in Canton, Ohio.

He was a World War II US Army veteran and a retired carpenter from the Department of job and Family Services.

John is survived by his daughter, Margaret E. Lecorchick; son, David...

Aug 21, 2017

Judy N. Flowers, age 76 of Rockbridge, died on August 21st, 2017 at Hocking Valley Community Hospital. She was born in Hocking County on January 9th, 1941 to the late Benjamin and Mellie Sater Dyer. She was a member of the World Wide Church of God. She worked at Rockmill Nursing home for 8 years and raised four wonderful...

Aug 20, 2017

Thomas "Tom" Aken Haning LANCASTER: Thomas "Tom" Aken Haning, devoted husband, loving father and friend, joined his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, August 20, 2017. Tom Haning was born on February 4th, 1960, to Sandra "Sandi" Aken Haning and the late,Charles "Bruce" Haning. Tom is survived by beloved wife of 22 years, Mindy (Skinner) Haning of Lancaster, OH...

Aug 15, 2017

Donna M. “Mrs. Cupcakette” Mohler Henderson, 80, of Lancaster passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at Fairfield Medical Center. Donna was a 1954 graduate of New Straitsville High School. Donna was always a generous and caring person. She enjoyed crocheting and would often donate or give what she had made to someone in need. She loved writing and sharing...

Aug 14, 2017

Krissy Dawn Keeton 29 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017 as the result of an auto accident. She worked for Amazon in Etna and enjoyed her children. Krissy is survived by her daughter, Haley Hildinger; 2 sons, Kaden Messina and Gavin Messina and their father, Shay Messina all of Lancaster, Ohio; father and step-mother, Jim...