Local Ohio Obituaries

Dec 4, 2019

Mary K. Warren, age 63 of Lancaster, formerly of Columbus and Buckeye Lake, died Dec 4th, 2019 at her residence.  She was born to the late Charles and Eva Mash Rausch, on April 3rd, 1956 in Columbus. Mary enjoyed being surrounded by her grandchildren and visiting relatives.  She was an amazing wife, mother, and grandmother, who will be greatly...

Dec 1, 2019

Rhoda A. Quick, age 90 went to be with her Lord on Dec.  1st, 2019 at the Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born to the late Charles and Emily Minor Varner in Marion, on Jan. 27, 1929.  She was a full time pastor’s wife of the late Rev. Robert “Bob” Quick.  She was a member of the First United...

Nov 30, 2019

Myron W. Burnside 74 of Lancaster, Ohio died Saturday, November 30, 2019 at his residence.

He had worked for Alten’s Foundry. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie, 2 sons, 4 daughters; 13 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild.

Caring Cremation® has taken place.

Nov 29, 2019

A funeral service celebrating the life of Pauline Trimmer, 98 years old, of Millersport will be held Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Family Church, 13475 Tollgate Road, Pickerington, Ohio 43147 with Dr. Tim Burden and Dr. Scott Kelso officiating. Friends may call on Saturday between 12pm and 2pm at the church on Saturday. Burial will...

Nov 29, 2019

Scott Evans, 56, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Friday, November 29, 2019 at the Pickering House.

Scott was a proud veteran of the Navy. He loved OSU Buckeye football, boxer dogs, and cigarettes and Coca-Cola. He also enjoyed his time spent with coworkers and friends.

Scott is survived by his loving wife Leigh, loyal companion...

Nov 28, 2019

James E. Lenox 66 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Thursday, November 28, 2019 at his residence.

He was a retired machinist for Reynolds Aluminum and a member of the United Steel Workers Union 1-15, NRA, an avid motorcyclist and muscle car enthusiast.

He is survived by his brothers, William Lenox and Mike (Ellen) Lenox of...

Nov 27, 2019

Ivan A. Ety, 77 of Pickerington, Ohio passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at the Inn at Summit Trail, Reynoldsburg, Ohio.  He was born on December 8, 1941 in Carroll, Ohio to the late Russell and Ruth Ety.

He was a graduate of Liberty Union High School Class of 1960 and served in the US Army Reserves...

Nov 27, 2019

Charlotte R. Sims 84 of Baltimore, Ohio passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.

She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, a lifetime member of the Baltimore VFW Post 3761 Auxiliary, a dedicated caretaker for her daughter and husband.

Charlotte was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and...

Nov 25, 2019

Paul Leroy “Roy” Chestnut Jr., 72, of Rushville, passed away on November 25, 2019 at his home. He was born to the late Paul Leroy Chestnut Sr., and Goldie Easter on August 21, 1947.

Roy is a Navy Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. He loved the...

Nov 25, 2019

Belva “Bev” L. McCandlish 82 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Monday, November 25, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.

She was retired from Hordis Brothers Glass and was a member of Bremen Bethel Presbyterian Church and Order of Eastern Star.  She loved gardening, cooking and babysitting.

Bev is survived by her daughter, Angela Shull of Lancaster,...

Nov 24, 2019

James Richard Kevelder, age 60, of Baltimore, died Sunday November 24, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center. Born January 27th, 1959 to the late Clarence and Rosemary Kevelder. Jamie graduated Bishop Hartley High School in 1977. He was the owner of Antlers & Everything Taxidermy in Baltimore, OH and a former owner of J. K. Carpet. Jamie is preceded in...

Nov 23, 2019

Charlene A. Schmidt-Miller, age 76 of Lancaster, died Nov. 23, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born to the late Cass and Sarah Cook Wilson, in Columbus on Mar. 9, 1943. She was a former USO volunteer; she enjoyed being a social worker, helping those in need.  She was an avid gardener who loved her flowers, her heart...

Nov 21, 2019

George A. Karns Sr., age 83, passed peacefully on November 21, 2019. George was born March 15, 1936 to Claude and Shirley Karns in Colfax, Ohio. George is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Mary Margaret (Perry) Karns; children Beverly (Jim) Stebelton, Diana (Kevin) Bush, Micky (Gregory) Dilley, Randy (Misti) Karns, Larry Karns, Wendee Hamilton, and George...

Nov 20, 2019

George N. “Pud” Miller of Lancaster, Sunrise, 2-26-1949, Sunset, 11-20-2019.  George was born to the late Robert and Betty (Linton) in Pleasantville, OH.  He was a Firefighter-Paramedic for over 30 years for the Lancaster Fire Department.  He loved what he did and missed it when he retired.  He was proud of the Firefighters raising money for MDA and Jerry’s...

Nov 19, 2019

Leah Escobar Swain left this world early on November 19, 2019. She was born March 1, 1992 in Lancaster, Ohio, the youngest of five children, to Randall and Dianna Swain.

Leah attended Eastland Performing Arts High School in Reynoldsburg, OH. After graduating from high school, she obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Dance and Theatre Arts...

Nov 19, 2019

Douglas L. Mallory, age 62 of Lancaster, died November 19, 2019 at Ohio State Medical Center.  He was born on June 8th, 1957 in Lancaster.  He was retired and always enjoyed spending time working on his cars and trucks.  His specialty was his gift of pinstriping, always keeping the straightest of lines with a steady hand.  He enjoyed racing...

Nov 19, 2019

Joan High Clayton, 92, of Lancaster, passed away on November 19, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born to the late Melvyn Lynn High and Bertie Clarissa Young High in Moundsville, West Virginia.

Joan attended and graduated from Bethany College and West Liberty College training as a teacher with an emphasis in English.  Joan taught elementary...

Nov 18, 2019

Donald E. Herder 59 of Somerset, Ohio passed away Monday, November 18, 2019 at his home due to a farming accident.  He was born on February 24, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio to the late James and Betty Herder.

He was employed with I.B.E.W. Local 1105 in Nashport, Ohio.  Don was an electrician for 35 years. He grew...

Nov 18, 2019

Kathy Bailey of Lancaster, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 18, 2019 at the Pickering House. She was born on November 15, 1935 to William and Donna Belle Gibson in Evarts KY.

While attending Berea College she met the love of her life, Dempsey Bailey. They were married on December 18, 1954.

Nov 18, 2019

Vicky Sue Neff, age 63 of Lancaster, died Nov. 18, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born to the late Joe and Iceleen Taylor Lavelle on Oct, 5th, 1956 in Lancaster.  She worked at Binigers Drive-Thru for 25 years then became a pharmacy tech and worked at Kroger's for 12 years.  She enjoyed gardening, and actually went to...