Local Ohio Obituaries

Jan 1, 1970

Todd Sparks, 58, passed away on February 7, 2023, at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born in Ironton, OH to the late Terry Sparks and E. Faye Salyer.

Upon graduation, Todd served in the U.S. Navy for four years. Todd was a man of few words but the love for his family and pets was evident....

Jan 1, 1970

Ronald L. Mathias, 83, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on the morning of January 9, 2023 at the Pickering House. He was born in Lancaster to the late Lee and Margie Mathias and graduated from Lancaster High School Class of 1958. Ron was an active member of Calvary Lutheran Church, having served on Church Council and Property Committee.

Jan 1, 1970

Richard H. “Dick” Matz, Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, and Great Friend to many passed Monday, Dec. 26, 2022 at the age of 86.  He will be remembered as a good man who cared deeply for his family and friends. He was born in Lancaster to the late Raymond Matz and Maxine (Matz) Nixon.  Attended Lancaster Schools and following...

Jan 1, 1970

Mark McEvoy, age 68, of Pickerington passed away on November 11, 2022.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Phyllis McEvoy.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Sue McEvoy; his children, Kelley (Stuart) Savage, Katlyn (Zachary) Scott, Brett (Jade) McEvoy; his nine beloved grandchildren, Graham, Reagan, Riley, Kadence, Jaxson, Zachary, Phyllis,...

Jan 1, 1970

Jessica Lynn Baker, at age 32, was taken from us way too soon. She is now walking in heaven with her mother Pamela Kay (Baker) Hiles.

Jessie is survived by her beautiful children; Kaylynn Mae, Kevin Kristopher, Francis “Frankie” Michael, and Jesslynn Marie; sister Carrie Anne Baker and brother Michael Hiles; parents Lynn and Detria Hiles; grandparents...

Jan 1, 1970

Lou Ann Breeze (Reeb), age 90,  beloved mother and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 3, 2022. She is preceded in death by her son, Ricky, her husband, Jim, sister, Betty and great granddaughter, Darian. She is survived by her children David (& Sandy) Reeb, Pamela Schwingel, Joyce Minnear, Linda Clark, and John (& Sharon) Reeb, twelve grandchildren,...

Jan 1, 1970

Burl L. Weidner Jr. passed away on February 8, 2022 at Country Lane Gardens. He was born to the late Burl and Gertrude Weidner in Lancaster, OH.

Burl is survived by his children, Melvin, Jeff, Roger, and Jeri; several grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Rhonda Jane...

Jan 1, 1970

Kathryn Ann Saunders, 82, of Baltimore, passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Jack F. and Bettyann Garwick.

Kathryn is survived by her husband, Theodore R. Saunders, whom she married in December of 1957; children, Robert (Dodie) Saunders of Baltimore, Ann (Richard) Dailey of Zanesville, Michael (Stacey) Saunders of Lancaster,...

Jan 1, 1970

In loving memory of a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister.

Gwendolyn spent 40+ years of her life giving every day, and taking care of others less fortunate as a nursing aid in countless homes.

Gwendolyn is survived by her fur baby, Blazer; daughters, Lisa Clarkson, Gena (Mike) Callentine, Anna Hunt-Pulver, and Paula (Buzz)...

Jan 1, 1970

Chris Bayer, 60, of Lancaster, passed away on November 16, 2021 at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born to the late Paul and Marilyn Bayer in Columbus, OH.

Chris was a dedicated husband who loved his children and grandchildren.  He was a hard worker and stayed very busy.  He won the hearts of many people in...

Jan 1, 1970

Dale ”Gene” Wilson, age 73 of Columbus, died October 7th, 2021 at Mt. Carmel East.  He was born on May 22, 1948 in Lancaster, to the late Raymond and Nellie Klinger Wilson. He was in the US. Army.  He attended the Salvation Army, enjoyed gold prospecting, wood working, fishing, creating oil paintings, metallurgy, harnessing the power of explosives, and...

Jan 1, 1970

Lloyd “Mac” McWilliams passed away peacefully at home, October 10, 2021. Born in 1927 to Sanford and Marcia McWilliams in Hamden, Ohio, as an only child. He graduated from Mifflin High School in 1945. Mac was a WWII veteran who proudly served in the US Army Air Force. He married his surviving wife, Mary Ellen Thatcher, in June 26,...

Jan 1, 1970

Geneva Eileen Speakman, 64, of Baltimore Ohio passed away unexpectedly Thursday September 23rd 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years Jeff Speakman ,infant son Cash Speakman, and mother Shelby Hollenbaugh. Eileen was a bookkeeper/ accountant for most of her career retiring from Suburban Steel Supply. Eileen is survived by her sons Chris (Talisa),Ethan (Sarah),...

Jan 1, 1970

Gary R. Reef Sr. passed away Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Embassy of Pickerington. He graduated from Liberty Union, class of ’64. Gary proudly served in the USMC for 4 years.

He was a hard worker all his life. He was a very active member at VFW Post 3761, where he served in various capacities including Commander...

Jan 1, 1970

Marilyn Sue Clum, age 82 of Baltimore died at Mt. Carmel East on Sept 19, 2021.  She retired from Victoria Secret Outlet where she was an inventory specialist. Marilyn was an amazing grandmother and mother, who will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her son, Greg Clum; daughter, Kathy Clevenger; granddaughters, Jess (Brad) Drummonds and Angie...

Jan 1, 1970

Ronald G. Edwards, Sr. passed away peacefully Thursday., July 15, 2021. He was born to the late Normand and Lucille Edwards (Goldrick) in Columbus, Ohio.

Ron is survived by his wife, Candee and brother Mike Edwards (Cheryl). Loving father of Karen Edwards, Ronnie Jr. (Emily). Stepfather of Jason Nutter and Kricket Lucus. Proud grandfather of Jordan (Alyssa)...

Jan 1, 1970

James C. Bryant, Ph.D., Vice-President Emeritus of Ohio University, went to be with Our Lord on Friday, April 9th.  Jim would have been 90 on his birthday later in April.  Jim leaves his beloved wife, Jean L. Bryant, his sons Jamie and his wife Jayne Allen Bryant; Matthew; Christopher and his wife Britt Lundgren Bryant; grandchildren Christina...

Jan 1, 1970

Brian Kipling (Kip) Ellwood, passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021. Kip was born November 19, 1960 in Kansas City, MO. He was a 1979 graduate of Lancaster High School. Kip is survived by his brother, Brock and sister-in-law Maggie, and sister Ann, niece Sarah, and nephews Cooper, Colin and Carter.  Kip was preceded in death by his parents, Richard...

Jan 1, 1970

Bruce D. McAtee, age 75 of Lancaster, died Feb. 11, 2021, at home surrounded by family.  He was born to the late Harry and Gertrude Davis McAtee in Piqua, Ohio. The son of a plumber, he acquired no technical skills, which allowed his son to win a 'best design' trophy for a pinewood derby car that appeared to have...

Jan 1, 1970

Danny B. Turley Sr, age 92, of Thurston passed away on February 11th, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. Danny was born to the late Frank and Dorothy Cooperider Turley on January 30th, 1929 in Thurston Ohio.  He was the oldest living resident who was born and raised in Thurston. Danny graduated from Thurston High School in 1947. He was...