Obituaries
Dolores A. Leistikow
Nov 19, 2021
Dolores Ann (Wilson) Leistikow, beloved mother, grandmother, cousin and friend, passed in her home on November 19, 2021, at the age of 90. She was known for her incredible work ethic and hardworking nature. Dolores worked for Oasis-EBCO Manufacturing for more than 40 years and Schottenstein's for 20 years. Not long after she retired from her two full time jobs,...
M. Arlene Hiles
Nov 15, 2021
M. Arlene Hiles, age 82 of Amanda, passed away Monday, November 15, 2021, at Crestview Manor in Lancaster. She was born July 15, 1939, in Buchtel, the daughter of the late John F. and Enid L. (Robson) Savage. Arlene was a 1957 graduate of Nelsonville York High School. She retired from the Cafeteria Food Service Co. at Lucent Technologies. She...
Kenny Smith
Nov 11, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth William Smith, age 78. Kenny passed away peacefully at home on November 11, 2021. He was born August 6, 1943 in Amanda, Ohio, one of eleven children of the late Marjorie (Stebelton) Smith and Elmer Smith.
Kenny was a hard working man who was always willing to help family...
Candace Kay Scarberry
Nov 10, 2021
Candace Kay “Candy” Scarberry, age 70 of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at the Pickering House in Lancaster. She was born August 22, 1951, in Columbus, daughter of the late William and Betty (Garrison) Suver. She was a graduate of Walnut Ridge High School, class of 1969. Candy was a member of the Real Church in Pickerington. She...
Goble J. Branham
Nov 10, 2021
Mr. Goble J. Branham, 91, of Stoutsville, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was born January 8, 1930, in Rockhouse, Kentucky and was the son of the late Duvall and Delphia (Rowe) Branham and was raised by his step-father, Hurshel Ramey. He was a retired teacher for Logan Elm Schools...
Ronald Lee Chase
Nov 10, 2021
Ronald L. Chase Jr., age 61 of Amanda, passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at his residence. He was born December 26, 1959, in Columbus. He was a graduate of Canal Winchester High School and Eastland Career Center. Ron worked for Town and Country Auto Parts for 34 years. He was an avid NASCAR fan and he especially liked Dale...
Mike Miller
Nov 9, 2021
Mike D. Miller, age 64 of Amanda, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at Grant Medical Center. He was born September 20, 1957, in Pickaway County, son of the late Maynard and Joyce (Stebelton) Miller. He was a graduate of Amanda Clearcreek High School, class of 1976 and then attended OU-L where he earned an Associates Degree in Electronics. In...
Ricky Queen
Nov 8, 2021
Ricky Queen, age 68 of Lancaster, passed away Monday, November 8, 2021 at Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation. He was born April 4, 1953, in Columbus, the son of the late Wilburn and Lena (Hart) Queen.
He is survived by his siblings, Phyllis Kougher, Boyton Queen, Goldie (Lee) Sterling, Lisa (David) Fisher; many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in...
Sandie Dee Rawlins
Nov 7, 2021
Sandie Dee Rawlins, 54, of Circleville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born June 6, 1967 and was the daughter of Richard Holland and the late Carol (Spangler) Holland. She was a 1985 graduate of Teays Valley High School. Sandie was in quality control at Nifco of America in Canal Winchester. She...
Wilma Jean Moore
Nov 6, 2021
Wilma Jean Moore, age 90 of Lancaster, died Saturday, November 6, 2021, at the home of her daughter, Gail. She was born in Lancaster on January 1, 1931. She lived an active life and enjoyed raising and racing thoroughbred horses.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Chester and Esther (Cook) Mathias and her husband, Jerald E. "Jug" Moore. She...
Steven L. Friesner
Nov 5, 2021
Steven L. Friesner, age 69 of Rushville, was received into the arms of Jesus on Friday, November 5, 2021, at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born July 5, 1952, in Lancaster, the son of Paul E. Friesner Sr. and Anna Catherine "Kate" (Tucker) Friesner-Hickman. He was a graduate of Fairfield Union High School, class of 1970. He attended Capital University...
Joyce E. Butterbaugh
Nov 4, 2021
Joyce E. Butterbaugh, age 89, of Stoutsville, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Carriage Court in Lancaster. She was born September 8, 1932, in Circleville, daughter of the late Howard and Pauline (McDonald) Huston. She was a graduate of Stoutsville High School, class of 1950. Joyce was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Lancaster. She loved...
Marion "Richard" Pittman
Nov 3, 2021
Marion "Richard" Pittman, age 82, of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at his residence. He was born February 3, 1939, in Logan, son of the late Truman Pittman and Velma (Cox) Nicolia. He was retired from Lancaster Electro Plating with over 30 years of service. He attended the Amanda United Methodist Church where he was active with his...
Arley Michael "Mikey" Moss
Oct 30, 2021
Arley Michael Moss, "Mikey", age 26, of Lancaster, passed away Saturday, October 30, 2021, at his residence. He was born February 14, 1995, in Lancaster, the son of Arley F. and Lisa A. (Meadows) Moss Jr. He was a graduate of Amanda Clearcreek High School. He worked as a mechanic for Moss Trucking. Mikey grew up riding four-wheelers and spending...
William W. Vickroy Jr.
Oct 28, 2021
William W. "Bill" Vickroy Jr., age 69, of Lancaster, passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021, at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born February 22, 1952, in Lancaster, the son of the late William W. and Viola M. (Smith) Vickroy Sr. Bill was a graduate of Amanda Clearcreek High School, class of 1970 and then served in the Ohio Army National...
Mary Dellenbach
Oct 22, 2021
Mary A. Dellenbach, age 79 of Columbus, passed away Friday, October 22, 2021 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. She was born May 30, 1942, in London, daughter of the late Virgil G. and Ruth V. (Howell) Wears. She loved to play Bingo, loved to bowl, loved to cook and loved to garden. Although a great cook, her potato salad was...
Kathleen R. "Kate" Stoneburner
Oct 22, 2021
Kathleen "Kate" (Cordle) Stoneburner, 86, of Amanda peacefully left this earth on Friday, October 22, 2021, and entered into the presence of Jesus, her Savior. Kate was born on April 17, 1935 in Clearport, daughter of Isaac and Lottie (Boggs) Cordle. She graduated from Amanda High School, class of 1953. That year she married the love of her life, Glen...
Vernia I. Hartley
Oct 21, 2021
Vernia I. Hartley, age 93, of Stoutsville, passed away Thursday, October 21, 2021, at Fairfield Medical Center - River Valley Campus. She was born November 1, 1927, in Chillicothe, daughter of the late Wilbur and Gwen (Fullen) Graves. Although she was a homemaker most of her adult life, she enjoyed working the jewelry counter at the Circleville Walmart from 2000...
Nancy J. Hunter
Oct 20, 2021
Nancy Jo "Nana" Hunter, of Amanda, Ohio, passed away at Riverside United Methodist Hospital on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Ruby Hunter and grandson Joseph Dakota "Koty" Huston of Amanda, Ohio.
Nana is lovingly remembered by her remaining family; daughters, Heather Parks, Holly (Tiff) Morrison and Amy ( Chris ) Robinson;...
Raymond C. Graham
Oct 19, 2021
Raymond C. Graham, age 71 of Lancaster, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born February 10, 1950, in Lancaster, son of the late Clark and Stella (Unver) Graham. Raymond was a graduate of Lancaster High School and then worked for Anchor Hocking where he retired from with 37 years of service. He loved animals...
