Local Ohio Obituaries

Dec 27, 2020

Teresa Ann Scott, 54, of Lancaster, passed away on December 27, 2020. She was born to Charles and Mary Jane Azbell on August 30, 1966.

Teresa is survived by her husband, Greg Scott; children, Ethan (Elizabeth) Martin, Noah (Carley) Martin, Alex Martin, Misty (David) Allen, and Michael Scott; grandchildren, Joseph, Addison, Braxton, Peyton, Dustin, and Jamie; parents,...

Dec 26, 2020

Dr. John “Jack” Loeding, Sr., 85 years old, of Sugar Grove, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020.

Jack was born in Applegate Township, Michigan on July 16, 1935 to late Maynard Loeding and Leona (Hawkins) Loeding of Michigan.  He graduated valedictorian from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1959 and pursued a career as an...

Dec 25, 2020

Frances Ruth (Lott) Cramer 84 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020 at the Pickering House.

She had worked as a bank teller for Farmers and Merchant Bank in Logan, Ohio, Salt Creek Bank in Laurelville, Ohio and Good Year.  She was a member of the Gibisonville United Methodist Church and attended Rockbridge United...

Dec 23, 2020

Darl E. Derr 87 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at Arbors at Carroll Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a short illness.

He was a Korean Conflict veteran serving in the US Army.  He was a lifelong farmer and owner of Rushcreek Valley Farms.   Rushcreek Valley Farms started out as a portion...

Dec 22, 2020

Kathleen “Kathy” E. Nutter 71 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Genesis HealthCare System in Zanesville, Ohio.

She was a retired clerical specialist for Fairfield Medical Center.  She enjoyed camping, the outdoors, traveling and most of all her grandchildren.

Kathy is survived by her husband of 52 years, Keith Nutter;...

Dec 20, 2020

Carol Elaine Boyd, age 70 of Lancaster died Sunday, December 20th, 2020 at Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation.  She was born on December 3rd, 1950 to the late Raymond and Clara Paugh Boyd in Lancaster.  Carol was a nurses aid who enjoyed spending time with her family and will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her brothers,...

Dec 19, 2020

Doran Edward Nester, 85, of Newark, passed away on December 19, 2020. He was born in Three Fork, WV to the late Roy and Gertrude Nester on December 1, 1935.

Doran was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a two time president of the Buckeye Lake Fraternal Order of the Eagles, and...

Dec 18, 2020

Daniel G. Norris, age 39 of Lancaster, died suddenly on December 18th, 2020.  He was born on July 21, 1981.  He was a 1999 Pickerington High School Graduate.  He was currently working at American Isostatic Presses.   Daniel enjoyed spending time with his family and friends playing pool, darts, and snowmobiling with his Dad.  His love for life and amazing...

Dec 17, 2020

Marynell Rankin, age 80, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2020. She was born August 8, 1940 in Columbus, OH to the late Daniel L. II and Mary Rankin. She is survived by her sisters-in-law Nancy (Koerner) Rankin and Jean (Burr) Rankin; nephews Daniel IV (Caroline) Rankin, Michael (Carol) Rankin, Terry (Mary) Rankin, Tom (Kathy) Rankin, and Tim (Maria)...

Dec 16, 2020

Robert Leigh Travis, age 85, of Thornville Ohio passed away at Altercare of Thornville on December 16th, 2020. Robert was born to the late Joseph and Jessie (Lee) Travis on June 3rd, 1935 in Louisville Kentucky. Bob was a graduate of Rose Hulman Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, Indiana with a degree in Civil Engineering. Bob worked for the...

Dec 15, 2020

Jerry “Lee” Saunders, 56 of Pleasantville, Ohio passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at his residence.

He was an over the road truck driver for 34 years. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Lancaster, enjoyed working on vehicles and always wanted to have a good time.

Lee...

Dec 15, 2020

Lonnie Brent Hastings, 69, of Lancaster, and formerly of Barnesville, OH, passed away on December 15, 2020, at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born in Barnesville to the late Charles and Eleanor Hastings on January 26, 1951.

Lonnie enjoyed playing golf and fantasy football with his son, Brian. He also enjoyed growing tomatoes and sharing them...

Dec 15, 2020

Nicholas Jay Manson, age 58 of Baltimore, OH died Dec. 15th, 2020 at Doctors Hospital West. Frank E. Smith Funeral Home in Lancaster is handling the arrangements.

Dec 13, 2020

Leo Harper Jr, age 76, of Lancaster Ohio passed away at his place of residence on December 13th, 2020. Leo was born to the late Leo Sr and Willa (Thomas) Harper on December 22nd, 1943 in Charleston WV. Leo was a Truck Driver by trade and loved coming home and just relaxing with a beer while he mowed his...

Dec 13, 2020

Judy D. Gordon 81 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020 at the Pickering House.

She was a retired selector for Anchor Hocking Glass Corp. and then worked for Poly Clean Laundromat.  She enjoyed NASCAR, raccoons, crocheting afghans, pillows and then giving them away.

Judy is survived by her sons, John Gordon and...

Dec 12, 2020

Georgene “Gene” Kemerer, 82, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born to the late Emmitt and Edna Thompson in McArthur, OH on December 20, 1937.

Gene enjoyed teaching Bible school, and incorporated her love of arts and crafts into her teaching. She also had a passion for baking....

Dec 10, 2020

Edna Carreon 65 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at Fairfield Medical Center.

She worked for Glasfloss and volunteered at the Vineyard Food Pantry.  She loved to cook, spending time with her family and taking care of her flowers.

She is survived by her daughters, Emma (James) Bruhnsen of Larvy, Ohio,...

Dec 9, 2020

Donald Lee Evans 88, a long life resident of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Carroll Place Assisted Living Community.

He was a Korean Conflict veteran serving in the US Navy and was a retired semi driver for the Anchor Hocking Glass Corporation. He was a member of the Fraternal Post Order of Eagles...

Dec 8, 2020

Connie Kay (Wymer) Cox, passed away December 8, 2020, at the age of 66. She was a once in a lifetime woman. The absolute best wife, mother, grandma, sister, and friend to all. She was selfless and kind, opening her arms to all. She knew no stranger and struck up  conversations everywhere she went. She was an amazing story...

Dec 8, 2020

B. Rita Black 91 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Lan-Fair Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

She was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church.  She enjoyed cooking, baking and sewing. She was a Girl Scout leader, donated her time to the schools and church and just an overall caring person.

Rita...