Local Ohio Obituaries
Rebecca Young Blackstone
Dec 11, 2024
Rebecca E. Young Blackstone, 73, of South Charleston, West Virgina, passed away December 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at her home in Baltimore, Ohio.
Born September 12, 1951, Becky was the daughter of the late William Clayton "Bill" Young and Dorothy Joann Young. Becky is survived by her husband, Richard Keith Blackstone; her three children, Brian (LeEllen) Blackstone of...
Brenda Sue Morrell
Dec 7, 2024
Brenda Sue Morrell, 55, of Junction City, Ohio passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, December 7, 2024. She was born on April 21, 1969, to the late James and Beatrice Lantz.
Brenda loved her family, especially spending time with her grandson.
She is survived by her husband, Trenton Lawrence Morrell; son, Trenton L. (Stephanie) Morrell Jr; grandson, Trenton L. Morrell...
Dennis Wilkin
Dec 6, 2024
Dennis Wilkin 63 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024 at his residence. He was born on July 26, 1961 in Lancaster, Ohio. Dennis was retired from Thornton Industries.
He was a man of many talents and could repair anything. He enjoyed traveling, going to concerts and loved his dog Woody.
Dennis is survived by his brother John Eicher...
Tammy L. Ogg
Dec 2, 2024
Tammy L. Ogg, 50, died Monday, December 2, 2024 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.
Tammy was a loving mother and grandmother who will be dearly missed.
She is survived by her daughters Elizabeth “Beth” Seagraves and Zoey Seagraves; granddaughter Brooklyn Seagraves; brothers Joe Ogg, Juergen Ogg, Jacob Ogg, Paul Canter and Robert Canter; sisters Goldie Canter and Carrie Leasure; aunts...
Emma M. Spizzirri
Dec 2, 2024
Emma M. Spizzirri, 96, of Lancaster, passed away on December 2, 2024. She was born to the late Felice and Rosina (Giuliano) Police in North Braddock, PA on December 11, 1927.
Emma graduated from Alexander M. Scott High School in North Braddock, PA in 1946. In 1948 she married Eugene L. Spizzirri. While in North Braddock, Emma actively attended St. Mary...
Dorothy “Dotty” Jassogne
Nov 28, 2024
Dorothy “Dotty” Jassogne, 95, of Lancaster, beloved wife of Paul, passed away on November 28, 2024, at the Pickering House. She was born to the late Doid and Reah Kane in Fort Wayne, IN, on February 21, 1929.
Dotty graduated from Lancaster High School in the fabulous Class of 1947. Dotty was a Class officer (Secretary-Treasurer) and a member of the...
Ruth Ann Pool
Nov 28, 2024
Ruth Ann Pool, a devoted accountant and vibrant soul, passed away on November 28, 2024 at Fairfield Medical Center, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Born on March 9, 1950, in Garfield Heights, Ohio, Ruth was an alumna of John Carroll University, where she earned her bachelor's degree in business administration Her career as an accountant...
Richard Benedict
Nov 28, 2024
Richard Benedict of Baltimore, Ohio died peacefully on November 28th in the home he built over 52 years ago.
Richard was born on September 13th, 1940 near Drakes, Perry County, Ohio to Joseph and Pauline (Marolt) Benedict. He graduated from Corning High School and was a graduate (summa cum laude) from The Ohio State University. He was a retired teacher from...
Clayton E. Rose
Nov 27, 2024
Clayton E. Rose, 85, of Lancaster, Ohio, went to meet his Lord on November 27, 2024 with his loving family at his side. Clayton was born March 21, 1939 to the late Clayton William Rose and Thais Jeanette Hutchinson.
Clayton grew up on a farm in Hocking County, Ohio, graduated from Union Furnace High School, attended Ohio University, and served in...
Ray L. Spafford
Nov 25, 2024
Raymond (Ray) L. Spafford Jr, 58, of Sugar Grove, passed away at OSU Wexner Medical Center on Monday, November 25, 2024. He was born in Columbus on April 3, 1966, to the late Raymond Leroy Spafford Sr and Marilyn Jean (Konkler) Garner
Ray was a self-employed mechanic. He enjoyed working on cars, especially Chevy’s, they were his favorite. Ray loved being...
Beverly Lambert
Nov 22, 2024
Beverly Lambert, a beacon of kindness and wisdom, left this world on November 22, 2024, at Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation, where she was cherished by the staff and residents alike. Born on September 5, 1944, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Beverly's journey through life was rich with experiences, warmth, and love.
With a remarkable academic foundation, Beverly pursued her passion for education...
Richard Forest Kuhn
Nov 22, 2024
Richard Forest Kuhn passed away peacefully on Friday, November 22, 2024 after a brief illness, with Janice Balser Kuhn, his wife of 64 years, and other family members at his side. He was 91 years old.
Dick Kuhn was the second and only surviving child of Forest Maywood Kuhn and Evelyn Marie Parker Kuhn (later known as Evelyn Parker Donaldson). Dick...
Carole Nash
Nov 18, 2024
Carole Nash, 78, of Carroll, passed away on November 18, 2024 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born to the late George Deming and Priscilla Martin in Columbus, OH.
Carole was forever kind and caring, making sure no one around her ever went without. She made her family her number one focus, always ready to help them.
She is survived by her...
James A. "Jim" Sharp
Nov 15, 2024
James A. “Jim” Sharp passed away at home with his wife, Lana by his side on November 15, 2024 in Lancaster, OH.
Jim was born in Sugar Grove, Ohio on May 24, 1928 to the late Harry and Ruth (Reber) Sharp.
He is survived by his wife of almost 52 years, Lana J. (Wildermuth) Sharp; sons, Thom (Sue) Sharp, Robert Sharp, and...
Mark T. "Bam Bam" Alkire
Nov 14, 2024
Mark T. “Bam Bam” Alkire, age 54, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, took his last breath on November 14, 2024, at his residence in Millersport. He was born on February 9, 1970, and from that moment, the world was graced with the presence of a remarkable individual whose life was defined by his uncanny ability to bring things...
Joseph A. Cox
Nov 12, 2024
Joseph A. Cox passed away peacefully at home with family on November 12, 2024, in Lancaster, Ohio, at the age of 63. Born in Columbus, Ohio, October 29, 1961.
Joe is survived by his sister, Sally Piper; many cousins, nieces, nephews, and well-loved friends who were like family to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Joseph Cox...
Harry E. Landis
Nov 12, 2024
Harry E. Landis, 88 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
Harry was born on July 31, 1936, to Harry and Frances Landis in Baltimore, Ohio. He grew up in the Baltimore area and attended Liberty-Union Schools. He met the love of his life, JoAnn, at the Fairfield County Fair and they were married on July 30,...
Louisea Sargent
Nov 12, 2024
Louisea Sargent, 97, died on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Carroll Place.
She is preceded in death by her husband Howard Sargent; parents Lester and Leona Campbell; and brothers Dwight and Russell Campbell.
A funeral service will be held Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:30 AM in the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home, 405 N. Columbus St. Lancaster, OH 43130. Calling will...
Betty I. Motsch
Nov 12, 2024
The angel of our family passed away last evening. Betty I. Motsch, our mother, grandmother, great grandmother, wife, mother-in-law, aunt, grandmother-in-law, sister-in-law, and friend said goodbye peacefully on November 12, 2024, and will be forever missed. She was 89 years young.
Born April, 15, 1935 to Seth and Mildred Sherburn in Bremen, Ohio, she was always smiling, with a pleasant word...
Mark E. Hoover
Nov 8, 2024
Mark E. Hoover, 61, passed away surrounded by his family at OSU Wexner Medical Center on Friday, November 8, 2024. He was born to the late Robert and Rosetta (Harrod) Hoover in Middletown, Ohio on January 4, 1963.
Mark was a truck driver in Thornville, Ohio. He was a big Ohio State Buckeye fan. Mark loved traveling to dirt bike races...
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