Local Ohio Obituaries

Robert Philip "Phil" Walker

Aug 16, 2021

In the Lancaster community and throughout the world of family-owned shoe stores Phil Walker was a celebrity. Our community lost a very successful businessman and we lost our wonderful father when Dad died peacefully on August 16, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. The family is forever grateful to the Dominican Sisters of Peace, Mohun Health Care Center, especially...

James "Jim" Waugh

Aug 16, 2021

James “Jim” Waugh, age 83, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2021 at Mt. Carmel Hospital East. He was born October 27, 1937 to the late George and Margaret (Guisinger) Waugh.

Jim was a 1955 graduate of Lancaster High School. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Lancaster Charity Newsies, and a 38 year...

Florence "Flo" D. Welker

Aug 16, 2021

Florence “Flo” D. Welker, 81 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Monday, August 16, 2021 at the Pickering House.  She was born to the late Karl and Elva Mae McConnell and a Liberty Union High School graduate Class of 1958.

Flo was retired from COTA as a payroll supervisor with 28 years of service.  She then went to...

Richard L. Ety

Aug 15, 2021

Richard L. Ety, 86 of Carroll, Ohio passed away, Sunday, August 15, 2021 at the Pickering House.

He was born on August 4, 1935 to the late Charles H. and Edith Ety on the family farm.  He graduated from Carroll High School Class of 1953.

Richard was a lifelong farmer and a member of St....

Shawn P. O'brien

Aug 12, 2021

Shawn P. O'brien’s fight ended August 12th, 2021. He was the son of Michelle and Michael O'brien, husband of Amy O'brien and the father of Tyler, Taryn (Ross) and Tanner. He was the proud owner of his four legged friends Clover, Koji, Chole and granddog Cooper. He had several nieces and nephews. He enjoyed golf, eating out, video games,...

Michael W. Norris

Aug 11, 2021

Michael W. Norris 74 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.  He was born to the late Richard and Gloria Norris in Lancaster, Ohio in 1947.  He grew up as a member of Calvary Orthodox Lutheran Church.

Mike, after 28 years of distinguished service, Major Mike Norris retired as a...

Robert "Bob" Krause

Aug 10, 2021

Robert “Bob” Krause 64 of Shawnee, Ohio passed away Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at his residence.

He was a retired mortgage broker with over 25 years of service including working with Aegis.  Bob enjoyed sailing and taking walks in nature.

Bob is survived by his wife of 20 years, Pam Krause; three grandchildren, Laroanica, Floyd...

Glenn Everette Bader

Aug 10, 2021

Glenn Everette Bader, age 86 of Baltimore passed away surrounded by family on August 10, 2021.  He was born in Liberty Twp. on Aug 27, 1934 to the late Harley F. and Edna M. Miller Bader.  He was a maintenance technician at Kal Kan Foods and was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ. Farming was his passion. ...

William "Bill" A. Griffith

Aug 9, 2021

William “Bill” A. Griffith 66 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021 at the Pickering House. He was owner and operator of Griffith Roofing.  He was a good welder and party with his friends.

Bill is survived by his brothers, Charles Curtis Griffith, Ronald Willis Griffith and Brian Scott Holschuh; sisters, Catherine “Babe” Griffith...

Joshua B. Conley

Aug 8, 2021

Joshua B. Conley, 38, of Thornville, passed away at the OSU Wexner Medical Center on August 8, 2021.

Josh was a loving father and husband. He had an impact on everyone he met, and was loved by many people. Josh was a kind person and helped those less fortunate than himself. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, nature, and...

Deborah Ann (Farra) Rhodeback

Aug 7, 2021

Deborah Ann Rhodeback 67 of Groveport, Ohio passed away Saturday, August 7, 2021 at Wexner Heritage House in Columbus, Ohio.

She worked at the Sycamore Kroger in the Brewer District for 43 years in the produce department and was still working very hard in her department.

Deborah attended Pickerington Church of Christ, loved her children...

Jeffrey L. Hicks

Aug 6, 2021

Jeffrey L. Hicks 66 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, August 6, 2021 at Bickford Assisted Living.

He retired from Diamond Power and Specialty Co. with 43 years of service.  Jeffrey was a big time bowler and softball player, loved the Ohio State Buckeyes football and traveling.

Jeffrey is survived by his wife of...

Elsie L. (Tucker) Friesner

Aug 4, 2021

Elsie L. (Tucker) Friesner 86 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at her residence.

Elsie was very dedicated to her family, along with her being a longtime employee of Hart Schaffner and Marx and Ricart.  She ended her working career at age 84 working at TJ Max.  She enjoyed OSU Football and spending...

Christy Elaine (Cottrill) Miller

Aug 4, 2021

Christy Elaine (Cottrill) Miller, of Lodi and formerly of Logan passed away on August 4, 2021 at her residence. She was born in Nelsonville to the late Helen and Virgil Nichols on July 8, 1958.

Christy is survived by her children, Wendi Reed and Jeromy Cottrill; grandchildren, Laurissa (Gage) Shahan, Jamie (Nick) Spencer, Kylee Cottrill, Serenity Cottrill,...

David Noland

Jul 31, 2021

David Paul Noland, 78, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on July 31st from cancer at the Pickering House.

David was born in Washington County to the late Lawrence and Margaret Noland. He had five brothers and five sisters. He has five Children – Jason, Melissa, Stephanie, April, and Jeremy; and sixteen grandchildren.

A funeral service...

James Cathey

Jul 30, 2021

James Cathey, of Lancaster, passed away on July 30, 2021 in Lancaster, OH. He was a veteran of the United States Military.

Funeral arrangements are being handles through the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 405 N. Columbus St., Lancaster, OH, 43130.

Dorothy Hagerty Booth

Jul 30, 2021

Dorothy Hagerty Booth, age 100 years, of McArthur, Ohio, went to be with her Lord on July 30, 2021.

She was born in Vinton County on December 26, 1920, to the late Andrew Joseph Hagerty and Bessie Molihan Hagerty.  She studied Education at Rio Grand College, and was approached in the library one day during...

Katie Elizabeth (McKibben) Coates

Jul 29, 2021

Katie Elizabeth (McKibben) Coates passed away on July 29, 2021, during an unfortunate accident while on vacation with her husband and his family. She was 33 years old.

Katie was born on April 11, 1988, to Craig and Robin McKibben in Defiance, Ohio.  She was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Defiance. True to her...

John "Mike" Adams

Jul 27, 2021

John “Mike” Adams, age 73, went to be with his Lord on July 27th, 2021. He was born to the late John and Barbara Ann (Fagan) Adams on February 13th, 1948. He was a devout Catholic and attended St. Marks and was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. He worked at Anchor Hocking for 15 years as...

Peggy Ann (Reynolds) Miller

Jul 26, 2021

Peggy Ann Miller, age 73 of Baltimore, Ohio died July 26, 2021 at her residence.  She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on January 9th, 1948 to the late Frank and Blanche Reynolds.  She was a Lifetime member of the VFW Women's Auxiliary and a member of Trinity United Church of Christ. Peggy was a beautician and was a...