Local Ohio Obituaries

Apr 9, 2023

William “Bill” Morgan, 73, of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023.  He was born in Saginaw, Michigan on October 11, 1949.  Bill graduated from New Trier East High School in Chicago and attended Northern Illinois University where he was tri-captain of the soccer team.

He spent many years as a counselor for Richland County...

Apr 8, 2023

Richard “Dick” A. Benadum 93 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He started his printing career working under his father, Earl Benadum at North End Press in 1941.  He then took over the family business in 1985 and owned and operated the business until turning over to his two...

Apr 5, 2023

Raymond “Dale” Raines, age 81, formerly of Liberty Center, OH and most recently of Lancaster, OH, peacefully passed away early Wednesday morning, April 5, 2023 at the Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio.  He was born in Vicars, West Virginia on December 21, 1941 to the late Raymond Raines and Gail (Presley) Raines.

He graduated from Walton High...

Apr 4, 2023

Rodney Lee Childers 62 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at his residence.

He graduated from Bloom Carroll High School where he also played basketball. He was a carpenter for Suncraft Decks with 15 years of service.

Rodney loved gardening and football including watching the OSU Buckeyes and the Cleveland Browns....

Apr 3, 2023

Ruth Valentine, 97, of Lancaster, passed away on April 3, 2023. She was born to the late Clarence and Laura Krile in Sugar Grove on January 8, 1926.

Ruth was a 1944 graduate of Berne Union and attended Trinity Lutheran Church in Sugar Grove.

She is survived by her daughters, Marcella (Dave) Lape and Sherry...

Mar 31, 2023

Steve Greiner 72 of Canal Winchester, Ohio went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, March 31, 2023. He was born to the late Harold “Nip” and Vivian Greiner in Lancaster, Ohio.

Steve’s working career led him to the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy, and then onto sales.  He worked for Mid-State...

Mar 31, 2023

Lancaster - John W. Ridenour, 74, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2023 at Buckeye Care and Rehab after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

John graduated from Berne Union High School in 1967. He served in the US Army Special Forces.

John is survived by his wife Mary Elizabeth (Finck) Ridenour; children...

Mar 31, 2023

Richard E. Mattox, 87, of Reynoldsburg, was called home with the Lord Friday, March 31, 2023.

Richard was born in Lancaster, Ohio, June 21, 1935 to Earl and Nola (Woodgeard) Mattox. Richard was an avid member of the community, having served in the US Army, and was a 60-year member of the Masonic Lodge, York Rite, and...

Mar 28, 2023

James G. Spitzer 91 of Pickerington, Ohio former resident of Baltimore, Ohio went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 in his home surrounded by family. He was born on September 9, 1931 to the late Oscar and Goldie Spitzer.

He was a US Naval Reservist during the Korean Conflict and attended the Ohio...

Mar 27, 2023

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our dear mother, Isabelle “Liz” Justice. She left this world at the age of 80. She passed away at her home in Millersport, Ohio on March 27 at 10:15 AM.

Originally from Pueblo, Colorado, she is survived by her husband of 39 years, Charles R. Justice; children, Geno, Sandy,...

Mar 26, 2023

John C. Roe, 82, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. He was born to the late Mervin and Della Roe on February 25, 1941 in Columbus, OH.

John enjoyed playing the drums, piano, and guitar. He also liked to shoot pool and attend antique car shows.

He...

Mar 24, 2023

Teresa E. Laughlin 78 of Crooksville, Ohio passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023 at Genesis Hospital, Zanesville, Ohio.

She was a member of Iliff United Methodist Church in Crooksville, Ohio.  She enjoyed cooking, flowers (Roses) and spending time with her family.

Teresa is survived by her husband of 32 years, Delbert E. Laughlin; daughter,...

Mar 22, 2023

Anne Gilmore, 81, of Lancaster, passed away on March 22nd.  Anne was born in Springfield, Ohio on September 27, 1941 to the late Hugh and Janet (McKenzie) Gilmore.  She was a graduate of Lancaster High School and Ohio Wesleyan University, where she majored in Fine Art, and was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority.  Upon her...

Mar 17, 2023

Rushville - Marilyn A. Rutherford, 70, died Friday, March 17, 2023 at the Pickering House in Lancaster.

Marilyn was a proud Navy veteran, and was a member of the American Legion. She enjoyed sewing and gardening. Marilyn had a true passion for jigsaw puzzles.

She is survived by her children Ewing Keith (Samatha) Rutherford II,...

Mar 16, 2023

Thomas L. “Tom” Wood 75 of Pennsville and formerly of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family on Thurs. March 16, 2023. He was born on July 14, 1947 in Stoutsville, Ohio to the late Harry L. and Martha L. (Dundon) Wood.

Tom worked at Anchor Hocking in Lancaster for 25 years.

Mar 16, 2023

Cheryl E. Gatwood 67 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on March 16, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center.

She enjoyed cooking, camping and spending time with her family.

Cheryl is survived by her son, John Gatwood of Lancaster; grandchildren, Alexis, Hunter, Ariana, Tyler, Kyle and Ryan; three great grandchildren, brother, Roger (Susan) Brumfield of Amanda; sister,...

Mar 15, 2023

Larry R. Wilson 90 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at his residence with his family by his side.

He was a longtime dairy farmer and a member of the First United Methodist Church.  Larry was very active in various dairy associations and enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family.

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Mar 14, 2023

Kathryn Lucile Faigley, 94 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Violet Springs Health Campus.  She was born on July 2, 1928 in Lancaster to the late Homer and Lucile Hartsaugh.

She was a 1946 graduate of Laurelville High School.  She married Richard Faigley in 1952.  The couple had two sons, Stephen...

Mar 14, 2023

Ricky Lee Hart 70 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was a veteran serving in the US Army. He was a member of Maple Street United Methodist Church, enjoyed playing the guitar, writing Christian music, doing crossword puzzles and playing cards.  He also enjoyed spending time with his wife...

Mar 13, 2023

Baltimore - Treva L. Kocher, 93, died March 13, 2023 at Bickford of Lancaster.

Treva was proud to be born, and raised on the Basil side of Baltimore. She was a lifelong member of Trinity United Church of Christ. Treva was married to the late Jack Kocher for 51 years. She taught Sunday school at the church...