Local Ohio Obituaries

May 22, 2014

Robert “Rob” Austin, 58, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2014, at Doctors Hospital, Columbus. Rob was born March 22, 1956, in Ironton, Ohio. Rob is survived by his sons, Steven Austin and Rich Austin; granddaughter, Taylor Austin; beloved parents, Bob and Esther of Lakeland, Florida; sister, Denise Austin; and brother, Anthony Austin. Memorial service for Rob will...

May 20, 2014

Thomas Lee Lucas, age 74 of Lancaster, passed away at his residence on May 20th, 2014. He was born to Richard and Marjorie Short Lucas on July 14, 1940 in Lancaster. He was a member of the Lancaster and Logan Eagles and was also a member of Angler’s Paradise and was an avid fisherman who loved the outdoors. He...

May 20, 2014

Brandyberry Dorothy M. Brandyberry 94 of Lancaster, Ohio went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at the Pickering House. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, a loving and devoted Pastor’s wife. She attended Cleveland Bible College. Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Cathy (Ed) Helber of Lancaster, Ohio; sons, David Brandyberry...

May 18, 2014

Yarger Wanda Mae Nutter Yarger 82 of Lancaster, Ohio formerly of New Lexington, Ohio passed away Sunday, May 18, 2014 at her residence. She was retired from Diamond Power International Co. as a blue print reader. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, a volunteer at the church and traveled with Olivedale Senior Citizens. Her grandchildren were...

May 18, 2014

Lotrell Warren Lunsford

April 11, 2014 - May 18, 2014

Lunsford Lotrell Warren Lunsford 1 month old, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was the son of Dashawn Lunsford and O’Neal Blackburn of Lancaster, Ohio; grandparents, Dana and Doug Scarberry of Amanda, Ohio, and Danesha Lunsford of Columbus, Ohio;...

May 16, 2014

Kathy Poling, 57, of Junction City, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2014, at the Pickering House. Kathy was born June 11, 1956, in Columbus to the late Richard and Alice Podelco. Kathy is survived by her husband, Brian Poling; children, Alice (Jeff) of Junction City, Brian Jr. of Junction City, and Jennifer (Steve) of Columbus; grandchildren, Sammi Kerr, Nathaniel...

May 16, 2014

Loretta Clark, 74, Lancaster, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 16, 2014. Loretta was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend to so many. Loretta is survived by son, Bill Clark; daughter, Robin (Jeff) Patrick; and daughter, Dee (Jeff) Wright. Beloved grandma to Madison, Jalynn, Jenesa, Jennifer, Jacinda, and Katelyn. Great grandma to Kimberly and her future great...

May 13, 2014

Dr. John W. Furlow, 74, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2014. He was born May 3, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Furlow received his Ph.D. in U.S. history at the University of North Carolina, his M.A. from the University of Michigan, and his B.A. from Middlebury College (VT). He contributed to four books, published in numerous scholarly...

May 12, 2014

Bernadine “Bernie” Baker, 83, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2014, at the Pickering House. Bernie was born in Lancaster on June 13, 1930, the oldest of Florence and Bernard Griffith’s 3 children. Bernie’s involvement and volunteering in the Lancaster community started at the age of 15, with the Parks Department Summer Craft Recreation Program for playgrounds with...

May 10, 2014

Smith Nancy L. Smith 83 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Saturday, May 10, 2014 at the Pickering House. She was a retired real estate agent and a member of First English Lutheran Church. She is survived by her sons, Mark Smith of Lancaster, Ohio and Kirk Smith of Satellite, Florida; grandchildren, Alex and Tyler Smith both of Florida; great-granddaughter, Hadyn...

May 10, 2014

Martha "Marti" Allene Cook Gilkerson George went to be with the Lord on May 10th following a brief illness. Born on May 31, 1934, Martha enjoyed singing and leading choir in her church. While raising her family, she gardened, canned food and hosted many youth parties. Martha worked many years as a secretary where she was appreciated for her exemplary...

May 10, 2014

Young Carolyn M. Young 83 of Glenford, Ohio former resident of Lancaster, Ohio passed away On Saturday, May 10, 2014 at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center. She was owner of Carolyn’s Beauty Shop for over 20 years before retiring and a member of Sixth Avenue United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of Lancaster High School Class of...

May 9, 2014

Paul J. Morton, age 87, of Lancaster, died May 9th, 2014 at the Pickering House. He was born to Walter and Edna Claire Morton in Cincinnati on August 21st, 1926. He was an avid reader, who enjoyed learning. He was knowledgeable in a range of world affairs. He was a true historian. He served in the Army and was a...

May 7, 2014

Gordon “Mick” Echard, age 76 of Lancaster, died Wednesday, May 7th, 2014 at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born to Harry and Evelyn Fetheroff Echard on May 25th, 1937 in Lancaster. He was a LHS class of 1955 graduate. Mick was in the US ARMY and belonged to the Eagles 2120, American Legion, and the Lancaster Amvets. Mick enjoyed...

May 5, 2014

Jimmie Joe Adell, age 83 of Baltimore, died May 5th, 2014 at Rockmill Rehabilitation. He was born to Roy B. and Elizabeth Peck Adell in Franklin County on September 12, 1930. He was a member of the Reynoldsburg Moose, the Baltimore VFW, and the Buckeye Lake Eagles. He retired from At&T and will be greatly missed by his family....

May 3, 2014

Schooley Pat A. Schooley 77 of Lancaster, Ohio at the Pickering House went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 3, 2014. She was born on October, 11, 1936 in Lancaster to the late Jack Reed and Blanche M. Reed. She was a graduate of Amanda High School, a member of Fairfield Christian Church...

May 3, 2014

Jo Ann C. Benner, 79, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2014. Jo Ann was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. She worked many years as secretary for the Lancaster Cemetery Department. She was also a member of the Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority. Jo Ann enjoyed traveling, she loved to read, and she loved her grandchildren. Jo...

May 1, 2014

Kiger Charlene L. Kiger 66 of Lancaster, Ohio died Thursday, May 1, 2014 at the Pickering House. She was born on February 19, 1948 in New Lexington, Ohio to the late Ray and Charlotte Starner. She was a nurses aid for Fairfield Medical Center. Charlene is survived by her husband, Russell, sons, Marvin (Julene) Kiger and Alex (Victoria) Kiger all...

May 1, 2014

Sorrell Lester Alan Sorrell 60 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away after a long battle with cancer on Thursday, May 2, 2014 at this residence. He was born on April 18, 1954 in Logan, Ohio. He worked for AEP and was a member of Faith Memorial Church, Masonic Lodge and the Shrine. Alan is survived by his wife, LaDonna E.; son,...

Apr 29, 2014

Jennifer A. Shrider, 51, of Somerset, passed away at her home on Tuesday, April 29, 2014. Jennifer will be remembered for her generous and caring spirit, strong will, and her big heart. She always put others before herself. Jennifer is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Ricky Lee Shrider, Sr.; daughters, Cheryl Shrider of Columbus and Tinya Shrider...