Local Ohio Obituaries

Jul 23, 2021

Jeff Gourlay 56 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 23, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on October 8, 1964 to the late David and Lola Gourlay.

He was a a software developer at H&R Block with 20 years of service, Insuraware, State of Ohio, and most recently worked...

Jul 20, 2021

Karen S. Price, 60, of Lancaster, passed away on July 20, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born on September 6, 1960 to the late Charles and Jenny (Elick) Barnes in Lancaster, Ohio. She loved her grandchildren and was a devout Christian and worshiper at River Valley Life Center where she dedicated years to both singing and mentoring...

Jul 20, 2021

Beth Ann Gatwood, 62, of Lancaster, passed away on July 20, 2021 at the Arbors at Carroll. She was born on July 22, 1958 to Leslie and the late Nancy Gatwood in Lancaster.

Beth loved her grandchildren, and enjoyed Conn’s Potato Chips.

She is survived by her son, Jeremy (Ashley) Gatwood; father, Leslie Gatwood; grandchildren,...

Jul 20, 2021

Virginia Eldora Watters of Lancaster, 97, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.  Virginia was a long time resident of Baltimore and member of Mt. Zion United Church of Christ, where she played Sunday School piano for over 50 years. She loved music, and painted a multitude of pictures with covered bridges as her favorite subject.

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Jul 19, 2021

Charles “Chuck” E. Barnes, 95 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Monday, July 19, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was a decorated World War II US Army veteran.  Private First Class Charles Edward Barnes, 510 Winding Street was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Heroic action against an enemy of the U.S. Pfc. Barnes, who was...

Jul 12, 2021

Carolyn Wills McFarland, age 76 of Dayton passed away at her residence surrounded by her family and friends on July 12, 2021.   She was born to the late Sybill Brickey Wills and Edward Wills Jr. on July 4, 1945 in Middletown.  She was a retired cook who loved all music and even attended Woodstock.  She was a proud 40+...

Jul 11, 2021

Rita K. Poling, 91, of Lancaster, passed away on July 11, 2021 at the Pickering House. She was born to the late Bernard and Ida Wildermuth on November 2, 1929 in Lancaster.

Throughout her life, Rita enjoyed bowling and playing golf. She loved taking care of her home, and her beloved cat Callie.

Rita is...

Jul 10, 2021

Leona May “Lee” “Boots” Bonato (nee Denton), 94, of Lancaster, passed away on July 10, 2021 at the Pickering House. She was born to the late Claude and Lestie Denton on July 7, 1927 in Lancaster.

Leona is survived by her son, Terry G. (Valerie) Pence; daughter, Margaret “Peggy” Michalski; loving grandchildren, Vicki (Dan Brandt) Michalski, Chris...

Jul 8, 2021

Janet J. Conkle, 80 of Thornville, Ohio former resident of Lancaster and New Lexington, Ohio passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at Country Lane Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on July 31, 1940and was a farmer in the New Lexington, Ohio area.  She enjoyed her butterscotch candy.

Janet is survived by...

Jul 6, 2021

Cristy Renee Withem, 46, passed away July 6, 2021 at her home in Lancaster, Ohio. Cristy was born November, 26 1974 in Lancaster,  Ohio to parents Ernest and Debra Withem.

She was always a beautiful, talented, and vibrant person and made friends easily. Cristy was most passionate about animal rescue . She took on many pets with...

Jul 4, 2021

James Edward Brown III, age 42, passed away on July 4th, 2021. He was born to Sandra Woods and the James Brown II on October 9th, 1978. He always enjoyed hunting mushrooms. His biggest passion in life was always his son, he always enjoyed spending time with him. James will be dearly missed by many.

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Jul 1, 2021

On Thursday, July 1, 2021, Joan Marie Moore, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, left this world to join her beloved husband, son, sister and parents in the kingdom of Heaven.  Born on May 6, 1923 to Alva and Marie Bigham, Joan grew up in Lancaster as a farm girl across the street from the Methodist Campground.  She...

Jul 1, 2021

Glennda A. Street, of Lancaster, passed away on July 1, 2021 at her residence. She was born to the late Glen and Pearl Durst in Mason County, WV on February 3, 1939.

Glennda worked for Tussing Gas for many years, was a member of the Rush Creek Presbyterian Church in Rushville, and was active in the Rushville...

Jun 27, 2021

Gloria G. Swarner 88 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Sunday, June 27, 2021 at LanFair Rehab and Nursing Center.

She was a retired coordinator for Banc One with over 40 years of service. She was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, 65 year member of Millersport Order of Eastern Star #301 and she enjoyed reading....

Jun 27, 2021

Cathy Elaine Rice, age 64 of Baltimore passed away at her residence on June 27, 2021.  She was born to the late Robert "Bob" and Virginia "Darlene" Bair on Dec. 7, 1956.  She was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ and worked for the Ohio Department of Education.  Cathy liked playing card games and Yahtzee. She was...

Jun 21, 2021

Nellie Marjorie Bugh 101 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Monday, June 21 2021 at LanFair Rehab and Nursing Center.  She was born on July 17, 1919 in Fairfield County to the late Fred and Jessie (Gettings) Grile. She attended Crawfis Institute and Berne Union School.

Nellie retired from Ray-O-Vac and was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church...

Jun 19, 2021

William L. Van Almsick, age 61 of Baltimore formerly of Gahanna passed away on June 19, 2021.  He was born in Blacklick, OH on September 13th, 1959 to the late Frederick and Ethel Fleck Van Almsick Jr.  He was a retired Chief Warrant Officer for the US Army where he was a Blackhawk instructor.  He was the Ohio Vice ...

Jun 16, 2021

Justus Jennings Bird, Jr. , 97 of Lancaster, Ohio was born in St. Albans, WV, on October 30, 1923, the second born of four brothers.  He left this life on June 16, 2021, at peace, with his work complete.  He was a deeply loved son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend to many.  Depending on when people met him or...

Jun 16, 2021

Juanita Bader, age 89 of Baltimore died June 16th, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born on Mar. 21, 1932 to the late Ralph and Florence Yingling.  She worked as a teller and bookkeeper at Hocking Valley Bank and was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ. She liked crafts, especially crocheting    and quilting. She enjoyed traveling...

Jun 14, 2021

D. Eugene "Gene" Slone, age 90 passed away at his residence on June 14th, 2021.  He was born to the late Harkless and Lora Bevins Slone on Jan. 26, 1931 in Ulysses, KY.  He worked for Jeffery Mining for 35+ years, he was a member of New Zion United Methodist Church and a past member of the Masonic Lodge...