Local Ohio Obituaries

Dec 19, 2021

Adam Christopher Ruff, 30, of Hebron, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 19, 2021. He was born to Joanie Hines and the late Dale Ruff in Columbus on September 24, 1991.

He is survived by his daughter, Addilyn Rae Ruff; mother, Joanie (Bill) Hines; siblings, Doug (Taylor) Ruff, Zack Ruff, and Lia Hines; grandparents, John...

Dec 18, 2021

Charles Michael Riley, Sr. age 68 of Bremen, died December 18, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born to the late Wilford and Hattie Ma Riley on January 27, 1953.  He retired from Hordis Brothers where he did maintenance and electrical work.  He enjoyed working on cars, fixing and tinkering with them.  Charles' personality and love for life...

Dec 15, 2021

Capt. Michael L. Buckley, age 63 of Lancaster went to be with his Lord on Dec 15, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.  He was born in Zanesville on Oct 16, 1958.  He retired as a Captain from the Southeastern Correctional Institution.  He was a past 20 year member of the 1st Baptist Church and a current member of the...

Dec 15, 2021

Donald G. Collier, Sr. 62 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at his residence.

He was a supervisor for Lenox Hotel.  He enjoyed working on his Chevelle motor car and doing landscaping.

He is survived by her daughters, Corrina (Clyde McCoy) Collier of Lancaster, Ohio and Alisha Bowden of Columbus, Ohio; son,...

Dec 14, 2021

Cinda Jackson Cartee, 73, of Carroll, Ohio, passed away on December 14th, 2021 from Covid-19. Even though she had all of the vaccinations, her lungs were not strong enough.

Cinda graduated from Olentangy High School, class of 1966. She also graduated from Ohio University with a degree in Communication and went on to own her own business...

Dec 13, 2021

Floyd G. Johnson, 76, of Lancaster, passed away on December 13, 2021. He was born to the late Rex and Mary Johnson in Winchester, IN on March 27, 1945.

Floyd worked for over 30 years as a mold maker at Overmyer and Lancaster Mold.

Floyd is survived by his wife, Beverly Johnson; children, Brian Johnson,...

Dec 13, 2021

Kathy Ellen Lindsey 63 of Bremen, Ohio passed away on Monday, December 13, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her special family.

She was active at Learning Never Ends.  She liked to color and watch TV and visiting with her friends.  Kathy enjoyed going to Florida every year.

She is survived by her special family,...

Dec 13, 2021

Kathy Doss, 71, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed on December 13, 2021. Kathy was born on May 22, 1950.

She was preceded in death by parents Don and Bondell Probasco, brother-in-law Ken Anderson and nephew Mark Blackwood. She is survived by children Ami (Stu) Brengman, Casey (Brittany) Doss and Jamie Jackson (Kim Golden). Honorary daughter Patty Tedrick. Brother...

Dec 12, 2021

Judith ‘Judy” C. Snoke 78 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at the Pickering House, now finally at rest from her pain and suffering.

She was a member of the North Congregation of Lancaster Jehovah Witnesses.  She loved her grandchildren and family.

Judy is survived by her husband of 52 years,...

Dec 11, 2021

Ed Hildreth 83 of Lancaster, Ohio Passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was a member of the West Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses Lancaster Ohio where he was very active in the Kingdom Hall and had served as an elder. He spent his career as an entrepreneur.  Ed owned Maytag appliance stores,...

Dec 11, 2021

Ruth M. Campbell Hummel, 57 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.

She had worked for Kmart for 25 years and then later Meijers.   She was a member and supporter of National Wildlife Association, Indian Schools, Arbor Day Foundation, Birds and Blooms, Juvenile Diabetes Association, American Heart Association, and photographing...

Dec 10, 2021

George F. Bing, 88 of Logan, Ohio passed away Friday, December 10, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was a retired truck driver.  He was a member of Cornerstone United Pentecostal Church in Nelsonville, Ohio.

George is survived by his wife of 66 years, Flo; daughters, Diana (Melvin) Jones of Lancaster, Ohio, Connie (Bob Daniels)...

Dec 10, 2021

Larry L. Sells 76 of Hide-A-Away Hills passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was retired from the Plumber and Pipefitters Union #189 with 39 years of service. He was a member of the Lancaster Traveling Dart Association, Enduro Riders Association, AMA and a social fun loving guy.

Larry is...

Dec 10, 2021

Linda L. (Graham) Mann, 82, of Lancaster, passed away on December 10, 2021. She was born to the late Drew and Ruth Graham in Conway, SC on August 31, 1939.

Linda loved to serve the Lord, and loved her husband.

She is survived by her son, Robert (Barbie) Mann; daughter, Debbie (Tim) Green; grandchildren, Robby...

Dec 9, 2021

Rev. Kenneth “Kenny” Frazier, 74, went peacefully to be with the Lord on December 9, 2021 Kenny was born on April 25, 1947 in Lancaster to the late Goldie and Mary Frazier.

He is survived by his wife of 52 Years, Patricia (Price) Frazier; children, Andrew Frazier and Laveda (Russ) Goss; grandchildren, Rachel (Donnie) Sharpe, Jacob “Jake”...

Dec 9, 2021

Michael Hammons 64 of Millersport, Ohio passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at his residence.

He was a diesel mechanic, where he worked on heavy equipment.

Michael is survived by his son, Anthony “Tony” Hammons of Athens, OH; grandchildren, sister, Lucy (Mike) Covert of Waverly, OH and brothers, Robert Hammons of Fayetteville, OH and...

Dec 9, 2021

Faette Y. Smith, 87, of Lancaster, passed away at her home on December 9, 2021. She was born to the late Ogle and Dorothy Turner in Columbus, OH on June 19, 1934.

Faette was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her most cherished title was “GiGi”. She loved people and didn’t know a stranger. She...

Dec 9, 2021

Peggy Sue Groff 62 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at her residence.

She worked in the IT Department of Meijers in Canal Winchester, Ohio. She enjoyed quilting, sewing and reading.

Peggy is survived by her daughter, Candace Groff; son, David Lee Naylor both of Lancaster, Ohio; four grandchildren; brothers, Richard...

Dec 5, 2021

Marci R. Adcock, age 71 of Lancaster passed away at her residence on December 5th, 2021.  She was born in Lancaster on August 4th, 1950.  She worked as a home healthcare aid prior to retiring from Glassfloss after 10 plus years.  She will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her daughter, Holly (John) Westhoven; son, Robert...

Dec 3, 2021

Rob Engel, 62, passed away Dec. 3, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center, after a battle with Covid.  He was born February 21, 1959 in what was known as the Lancaster Community Hospital, now FMC.  He lived his entire life as a Lancaster resident.

Rob graduated at the age of 16 from Lancaster High School, class of 1976. ...