Aug 22, 2024

A life too big and vivacious for this world left us too early on August 22nd, 2024. Christina Ann Hayes left this world after a courageous fight following brief, unexpected illness. She leaves us at only 60 years old, just 9 days after her milestone birthday.

She leaves behind the most important thing to her,...

Aug 20, 2024

David S. Balog, age 57, passed away on August 20, 2024. He was born on October 7, 1966, son of the late Steven Balog and the late Helen Wurstner. Beloved father of Angela Balog, the late David Balog, and grandfather of Aliyah Wilfong. He will be greatly missed.

Aug 20, 2024

Alma Jean “Poodie” Kozack, 83, of Howard, Ohio and formerly of Morrisville, Pennsylvania passed away on August 20, 2024 in Holmes County, Ohio.

She was born on April 18, 1941 in Logan, West Virginia to Wilbur M. Dillo and Ida Marie Francis both deceased.

She was preceded in death by Joseph...

Aug 18, 2024

Philip E. Hamilton, 89, of Sunbury, Ohio, passed away on August 18, 2024 while under brief hospice care at his residence. This period was filled with gentle care and love from his family and friends.

Phil was born October 5, 1934 in Columbus, Ohio and raised in Ashland, Ohio. He was the firstborn child of the late...

Aug 18, 2024

Jeffrey Ray Beougher, age 75, passed away at his residence on August 18th, 2024. He was born on May 23rd, 1949 in Logan, OH to Dorothy L. Geil (Beougher) and Ray H Beougher.

Jeffrey was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor in April of 2023 and fought a courageous battle for months before succumbing to...

Aug 17, 2024

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother and grandmother (aka Grammie) on August 17, 2024, age 88. Marianna died peacefully after a brief illness. Born in Bellefonte, PA on November 13, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Hays and Marion Mattern. She graduated from Indiana State Teachers College of Pennsylvania. Marianna thrived...

Aug 16, 2024

Martha Sue Bishop, a beacon of love and joy, passed away on August 16, 2024, at the age of 65, in Lancaster, Ohio. Born on June 18, 1959, in Kennebunkport, Maine, Martha's life was a testament to the power of positivity and the warmth of her beautiful smile.

Martha's essence was her unwavering devotion to...

Aug 14, 2024

Kyle Grooms, 31, of Portsmouth, Ohio passed away on August 14, 2024. The family will hold private service at a later date.

Aug 14, 2024

Justin Randolph Moore, known affectionately as JR, passed away on August 14, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 33. Born on December 19, 1990, in Erie, Pennsylvania, he grew up in a family filled with love and creativity.

Justin attended Peabody High School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where his artistic talents ignited. He later...

Aug 13, 2024

Michael A. Roark, 66, of Marion, Ohio went to heaven on 08-13-2024.

He was born 05-19-1958 in Saint Paul, MN and was the son of Jarvis Roark and Anita Roark.

He was also preceded in death by Jarvis Roark, Anita Roark, Diana Roark, Keith Matthew, William Bragg...

Aug 12, 2024

Maggie Moss, 71, of Baltimore, Ohio passed away August 12, 2024, peacefully with her family at her side.

Maggie married Virgil Moss in 1969 and had 4 children. Tina Barnhart, Priscilla Soland, Marvin Moss, Jeremy Moss (Jay). She has 8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren.

Maggie, the eldest of eight children was...

Aug 12, 2024

Hershel Eugene “Gene” Stickler, 80 passed away on August 12, 2024 in Lancaster, Ohio. He was born on March 11, 1944 in Mason County, West Virginia.

Gene proudly served in the United States Navy, enlisting at the age of 17 on July 6, 1961. He served with distinction during the Vietnam War retiring after 25...

Aug 12, 2024

We are devastated to announce the death of Donna Lynn Howland who passed away too soon on August 12, 2024. She showed tenacity in every aspect of life, including her sudden diagnosis of stage IV esophageal cancer.

Born in Kansas City, MO, on June 21, 1965, Donna grew up in Kettering and has called Ohio...

Aug 9, 2024

Brandon M. Azbell passed away unexpectedly on August 9th 2024 he was born on September 10th 1991 in Fairfield County at Fairfield Medical Center the son of father, Bernard R Azbell (Rebecca Azbell) of Lancaster, OH and mother, Denise Layne (Rusty Iliff ) of Junction City, OH.

Brandon graduated from Fairfield Union School, class of...

Aug 5, 2024

Edward Earl Reiselt, known affectionately as Ed to his friends and family, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on August 5, 2024, in Lancaster, OH, after a valiant battle with cancer. Born on May 25, 1944, in Columbus, OH, Ed's journey through life was marked by his friendly demeanor, his wise counsel, and his loving nature.

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Aug 4, 2024

Carl E. Sapp, beloved son, brother, father, grandfather and friend, age 60 of Columbus, left this earth too soon. He was born on December 7, 1963 in Columbus to Phyllis Woods and Clifford Sapp. Born to a family of 9 children he was quickly taught the importance of sharing and raising a little hell as needed. Especially when it...

Aug 3, 2024

William T McMillian, age 88, passed away on August 3, 2024. He was born on February 28, 1936 in Winson-Salem, NC to the late William and Azalee (Cook) McMillian. William is also preceded in death by his wife, Willa and brothers.

He is survived by his nieces, nephews, and many other dear friends and family....

Aug 1, 2024

Melvin Eugene Brown, born on July 28, 1946, in New Carlisle, Ohio, passed away in his home in Newark, Ohio, on August 1, 2024, at the age of 78. A Vietnam veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Melvin’s life was shaped by his service and the lasting physical and emotional effects of the war.

A skilled craftsman, Melvin spent much of his...

Aug 1, 2024

John Yoho, 65, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on August 1, 2024. He was born on May 4, 1959, in Wheeling, West Virginia.

John bled scarlet and gray, filled with Buckeye Pride and pride for the State of Ohio and he gave 30 years to the state of Ohio as a Fiscal Officer. He got...

Aug 1, 2024

Vernon "Conley" Wells, age 82, passed away peacefully on August 1st, 2024 in Grove City, Ohio. Conley was born April 1st, 1942 in Harlan County, Kentucky. He married the love of his life, Lana (McGaffee) Wells on February 3, 1964. He retired in 2009 after almost 50-years as a proud supervisor at Buckeye Steel in Columbus, Ohio. Conley was...