Obituaries

May 20, 2020

Marilyn L. Darling, 69, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at her residence on May 20, 2020 with her family by her side.  She was born August 2, 1950 and was the daughter of the late Clyde and Georgia “Marcella” (Rhymer) Arledge.  Marilyn loved to dance, work in her flower beds and sing as loud as she could in the car. ...

May 16, 2020

Jay Lang, age 55 of Amanda, passed away suddenly on Saturday afternoon, May 16, 2020 at his home. He was born March 29, 1965 in Orange, California, son of Jerome and Theresa. He worked for Thyssen Krupp Elevator for over 20 years plus and was widely respected as a mentor and leader in this industry. Jay was always a hard...

May 11, 2020

Paul C. “Corb” Gyger Jr., 73, of Amanda, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020 at Fairfield Medical Center.  He was born at his grandmother’s house on August 31, 1946 in Mars, Pennsylvania to the late Paul C. and Betty (Burford) Sr.   After graduating from Mars Area High School in 1964, Corb joined the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged...

Apr 28, 2020

Mabel Owens, 90, of Circleville, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2020.  She was born November 7, 1929 in Pickaway County and was the daughter of the late Claude & Rena Bell Russell. She grew up on the farm with 15 brothers and sisters. She married Weldon Owens on June 23rd, 1948 in Greenup, Kentucky. In 1962 they built their...

Apr 19, 2020

Scottie Holbrook, age 80 of Stoutsville, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2020 at Berger Hospital. He was born October 16, 1939 in Webbville, KY, son of the late Woodrow and Nanna (Caldwell) Holbrook. He was an Army veteran and was a plumber for many years. Scottie was a former member of Fairview United Methodist Church. He served on the Clearcreek...

Apr 17, 2020

Mildred “Millie” Stevens, age 92 of Amanda passed away Friday, April 17, 2020 at Country Lane Gardens. She was born May 14, 1927 in Vinton County, daughter of the late Floyd and Grace (VanFossen) Francis. Millie loved gardening and her cats. She worked as a caregiver for many years, providing in-home care. She loved her family and her animals.

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Apr 17, 2020

Apr 17, 2020

W. Allan Reid, age 79 of Amanda, passed away Friday, April 17, 2020 at his residence. He was born October 17, 1940 in Lancaster, son of the late Wayne E. and Leota (Helber) Reid. He worked for Anchor Hocking as a machinist before his farming career of 56 years with Rufff’s Seed Farms. Allan actually traveled to Saudi Arabia where...

Apr 16, 2020

Sandra L. Williamson, age 80 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born October 22, 1939 in Lancaster, daughter of the late Thomas and Clarita (Kuhn) Rhodes. She retired from Lancaster City Schools as a bus driver after 38 years. She was a hard worker and worked until the day she was physically...

Apr 16, 2020

   Carl R. Young, age 83 of Circleville passed away Thursday, April 16, 2020 at Logan Elm Helathcare in Circleville. Arrangements for a private graveside service at Amanda Township Cemetery are under the direction of Taylor-Theller Funeral Home, Amanda.

   Condolences may be made at www.mytaylorfuneralhome.com.

Apr 14, 2020

Eleanor J. “Sis” McBroom, age 89 of Lancaster passed away Monday, April 13, 2020 at Main Street Terrace in Lancaster. She was born September 27, 1930 in Columbus, daughter of the late Albert R. and Helen E. (Riegel) Clements. Eleanor was a longtime member of Maple Street United Methodist Church. She was the office manager for Dr. Monger and for...

Apr 12, 2020

   Jefferey A. “Jeff” Stover, age 58 of Amanda, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020 at Altercare Lanfair in Lancaster. He was born February 13, 1962 in Lancaster, the son of Warren and Vivian (Cochran) Stover, of Lancaster. He was a 1980 graduate of Lancaster High School and attended Capital University where he played football for 2 seasons. He was...

Apr 11, 2020

   Ramona J. Dickson, age 89 of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at Scott’s Place in Lancaster. She was born June 17, 1930 in Lancaster, daughter of the late Grant and Mary (Woodgeard) Reynolds. Ramona formerly owned the Modern Aire Restaurant. She enjoyed sewing and cooking.

   She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Arthur L....

Apr 8, 2020

Gerald F. “Jerry” VanGundy, age 77 of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at his residence. He was born August 30, 1942 in Oakland, Ohio, son of the late Robert R. and Edith M. (Shaw) VanGundy Sr. He was retired from the Rahrig Tree Company where he was a supervisor for 30 years. Jerry was a member of the...

Apr 4, 2020

Charles E. “Ed” Bailes, 55, of Lancaster, passed away at his home on Saturday, April 4, 2020.  He was born February 13, 1965 in Lancaster and was the son of Charles E. Bailes and Edith (Bowlby) Miler.  Ed was the owner and operator of Ed’s Towing.

He is survived by his wife, Cynthia (Shaner) Bailes; daughter, Nicole (Jason) Angelo of...

Mar 31, 2020

   Sandra Kay Harden, age 66 of Malta passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at Hospice of Central Ohio at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. She was born June 13, 1953 in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late Orville and Betty (Campbell) Garrett. She was a Registered Nurse, R.V.T. and had worked in Lancaster, Zanesville, and then McConnelsville...

Mar 29, 2020

   Shane W. Diehl, age 41 of Amanda, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020 as the result of an automobile accident. He was born January 6, 1979 in Circleville, the son of Ralph W. and Vicki L. (Stonerock) Diehl, of Amanda. Shane loved to play the drums and never met a stranger.

   He is survived by his parents, Ralph...

Mar 27, 2020

   Charles R. “Chuck” Todd age 98 formerly of Canal Winchester, passed away Friday, March 27, 2020 at the Four Seasons of Washington Court House. He was born December 31, 1921in Amanda, son of the late Homer and Olive (Fosnaugh) Todd. Chuck was a graduate of Amanda High School, class of 1940 and an Army veteran of World War II....

Mar 23, 2020

Jeanette C. Howell, 83 of Amanda, passed away at her home on Monday, March 23, 2020.  She was born March 23, 1937 in Elk Valley, Tennessee and was the daughter of the late Andrew and Elsie (Lay) Douglas.  She attended Open Door Freewill Baptist Church. 

            She is survived by a sister, Jean Slone of Christopher, Illinois; nieces, Linda (Danny)...

Mar 21, 2020

Barbara W. Bowman, age 75 of Stoutsville, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2020 at her residence. She was born August 30, 1944 in Columbus, daughter of the late Lester and Cleta (Gierhart) Wildermuth. She was a nurturing and encouraging mother. Barbara loved tending her garden and had a wonderful green thumb. She was an amazing baker who always had freshly...