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Brant A. Boucher

Brant A. Boucher

Jan 13, 2024

Brant Andrew BoucherApril 12, 2021 - January 13, 2024

 

Brant Andrew Boucher, 2 yrs old, beloved son of Luke and Anne Boucher of Baltimore, Ohio is now in the arms of the Lord as he passed away at home surrounded by his family.   

Brant is survived by his parents, sister Reagan "E-O", grandparents, Kevin and Karen Kemmerer, Tim...

Paul Bauer

Paul Bauer

Jan 12, 2024

Paul E. Bauer, 86, of Hide-A-Way Hills, passed away peacefully with family at his side on January 12, 2024, at the Fairhope Hospice and Palliative Center in Lancaster, Ohio.  Paul was born on December 23, 1937, to Alvin and Kathryn Bauer of Columbus, Ohio.  He married Gretchen “Bunny” Volz on August 4, 1962, and enjoyed 60 years of marriage before...

Carolyn (Sims) Miller

Carolyn (Sims) Miller

Jan 11, 2024

Carolyn (Sims) Miller, 95, of Baltimore, passed away on January 11, 2024 at Carroll Place. She was born to the late Cyril and Grace Sims on March 13, 1928 in Basil, OH.

Carolyn is survived by her son, David.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Willis Miller; son, Alan Miller; and parents.

Caring Cremation® has taken place by...

Mildred L. Cales

Mildred L. Cales

Jan 8, 2024

 

   Mildred L. Cales age 89 of Lancaster went to be with her Lord on Monday, Jan. 8th, 2024.  She was born to the late William and Leona Jones in Renville, OH on Aug 13, 1934.  She was a member of New Life Christian Church and loved spending time with her amazing family.  Mildred's beautiful personality and love for...

Richard "Ben" B. VanGundy

Richard "Ben" B. VanGundy

Jan 8, 2024

Richard Benson “Ben” VanGundy, 81, was born in Lancaster, Ohio September 12, 1942. He passed away at Fairfield Medical Center on Monday, January 8, 2024. 

Ben was a lifetime member of Grace United Church of Christ, and a lifetime member and former past Master of Lancaster Masonic Lodge #57.

Ben’s life was his work; be it with Local 189 as...

Nancy E. Phillips

Nancy E. Phillips

Jan 6, 2024

 

Nancy E. Phillips, 79 of Pleasantville, Ohio passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at the Pickering House.  Nancy was born on March 6, 1944 to the late John and Mary Smith Sr. in Bridgeport, Ohio. She was a graduate of Bridgeport High School.

She was a house manager for REM Ohio for over 20 years where she touched...

Loretta Benner

Loretta Benner

Jan 3, 2024

Loretta Benner, a beloved member of the Portsmouth and Lancaster communities, passed away at the Pickering House on January 3, 2024. Born on June 15, 1941, in Otway, Ohio, Loretta led a remarkable life that touched the hearts of many.Loretta began her career at Martings, where she initially worked in alterations. However, her dedication and hard work soon led her...

David Bennett

David Bennett

Dec 30, 2023

 

David Bennett, 77, of Amanda, passed away on December 30, 2023 in Lancaster, OH at the Pickering House. He was born to the late Donald and Doris Bennett on December 2, 1946 in Athens, OH.

David was a loving husband and father. He was a hard worker, with over 54 years working in concrete for Scioto Darby Concrete and...

Patricia Larabee

Patricia Larabee

Dec 28, 2023

 

   Patricia “Pat” Erwin Larabee, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, andgreat aunt passed away suddenly on December 28, 2023, in her hometown ofLancaster, Ohio.  

   Pat graduated from Lancaster High School in 1965 and was fondly rememberedby her classmates.  She had a zest for life that was evident in everything shedid.  Pat especially loved entertaining and cooking for her family...

Diana “Dee” Swingle

Diana “Dee” Swingle

Dec 27, 2023

Diana “Dee” Swingle, 65, of Lancaster, passed away December 27, 2023 at the Pickering House after a lengthy courageous battle with cancer.

Dee was always smiling and laughing. She loved to sing, dance, and have a great time with friends and family. Dee was a wonderful mother, wife and friend. She was also a great cook. To know her was...

Larry T. Dilger

Larry T. Dilger

Dec 25, 2023

Larry T. Dilger, 87, of Lancaster, went Home to be with the Lord while surrounded by family, on December 25, 2023. He was born to the late Lowell and Marvine Dilger on November 27, 1936 in Zanesville, OH.

Larry was a kind and loyal brother, uncle, great uncle, and great great uncle. All who met or knew him were touched...

Charles Raymond Mathias

Charles Raymond Mathias

Dec 24, 2023

Lancaster - Charles Raymond Mathias, 80, died Sunday, December 24, 2023 at the Pickering House.

He was born in Lancaster, Ohio on December 30, 1942 to the late Leroy and Margie (Azbell) Mathias.

Charles is survived by his wife Mary Agnes (Baughman) Mathias; children Charles Anthony Mathias and Betsie Ann (Barry) Lambert; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; brothers Carl (Sharon),...

Marilynn Francis Ford

Marilynn Francis Ford

Dec 23, 2023

Lancaster - Marilynn Francis Ford, 80, died Saturday, December 23, 2023 at the Arbors of Carroll.

Marilynn was born April 22, 1943 in Crookston, MN to the late George and Dorothy (Gorder) Beck. She graduated from Bowling Green University, and went on to be an elementary school teacher in Stockton, CA. Marilynn loved spending time volunteering at the Ohio Glass...

Peter J. McPherson

Peter J. McPherson

Dec 22, 2023

 

Peter J. McPherson 56 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023 at the Pickering House.

He was born on December 20, 1967 in Columbus, Ohio to the late George McPherson and Carolyn McPherson.

He is survived by his mother, Carolyn J. McPherson; brother, Steve G. McPherson and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Peter was...

Barbara Ann Finnerty

Barbara Ann Finnerty

Dec 21, 2023

Barbara Ann Finnerty, 80 of Baltimore Ohio, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Arbors at Carroll. She was born on August 28, 1943, to Sam and Phyllis (Crawford) Fraley.

  She was a homemaker but also worked at JCPenney before retiring. Barbara enjoyed dancing at the Eagles, playing bingo and most of all, spending time with her family. She...

Kay F. Ayers-Lenschow

Kay F. Ayers-Lenschow

Dec 20, 2023

“A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance”

Kay was born to Frank & Kathleen Ayers in August 1941.  She was welcomed home by her sister Susan and her brothers Tom, Raymond, Jerry and was there to welcome home her additional brothers Frank Jr, Verne, and Mike.  

Kay graduated from Liberty Union High School as a member of the Class of 1959....

Travis J. Smith

Travis J. Smith

Dec 20, 2023

Travis J. Smith, 31, of Lancaster, passed away on December 20, 2023.

Travis, also known as T.J., was born September 9, 1992 in Cambridge, Ohio. He was employed by Magna Seating and was a student at Franklin University.

He is survived by his mother, Bobbi Smith of Barnesville, Ohio; Father, Don Smith (Diane Ricer) of Lewisville, Ohio; sisters, Brittany (Justin)...

Michael Wayne Johnson

Michael Wayne Johnson

Dec 19, 2023

Michael Wayne Johnson, 61, of Lancaster, passed away on December 19. 2023 at his residence. He was born to the late George and Patsy Chambers on November 28, 1962.

Michael was bubbly, loud, and was loved by everyone. He never knew a stranger, and could talk to anyone like he knew them for years. He enjoyed music and lived by...

Milner "Doc" L. Paskins

Milner "Doc" L. Paskins

Dec 16, 2023

 

 

Milner “Doc” L. Paskins 77 of Chillicothe, Ohio passed away on Sunday, December 16, 2023 at Adena Pike Medical Center.

He was born in Bremen, Ohio on March 3, 1946 to the late James M. and Bertha Danison.  He was a Vietnam veteran where he was part of the 1st M.P. Battalion, 1st Marine Division. After serving his...

Karla K. Templeton

Karla K. Templeton

Dec 15, 2023

Karla K. Templeton, a devoted Charge Nurse at Christian North East Hospital in St. Louis, MO for 35 years, passed away suddenly on December 15, 2023, at Lancaster Ohio Fairfield Medical Center. She was born on December 11, 1957, in St. Louis, MO.Karla had a passion for her career as a Nurse and dedicated herself to providing excellent care to...

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