Obituaries

Feb 26, 2018

Margaret D. Gummere, 83, passed away Monday, February 26, 2018, in Lancaster, Ohio, surrounded by family after a brief illness.

Margaret, referred to as Peg by her family and friends, was born on March 5, 1934, in St. Clairsville, Belmont County, Ohio, and was the daughter of the late Peter J. and Margaret I. (Ridgeway) Rinkes.  She was a wonderful...

Feb 7, 2018

Connie K. Lutz, 67, of Amanda, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at the Pickering House. She was born July 28, 1950 in Fairfield County to the late Oliver and Gladys (Meecham) Lutz. Connie loved spending time with her grandchildren, and enjoyed painting and making things for others; she was very crafty.        She is survived by...

Jan 30, 2018

Lois C. Rowley, 85, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at Lanfair Nursing Center.  She was born May 7, 1932 in Columbus and was the daughter of the late Thomas E. and Margaret T. (Love) Johnson.  Lois was member of Faith Memorial Church. She was a retired rural letter carrier and a member of the Rural...

Jan 29, 2018

George W. Holsinger, of Rushville, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 29, 2018 as a result of an auto accident.  He was born May 6, 1945 in Franklin County and was the son of the late Eddie and Faye (Morehart) Holsinger.  George was a 20 year veteran serving in the U.S. Army.  He served three tours in Vietnam and...

Jan 27, 2018

Marion E. Miller, 84, of Circleville, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at his residence.  He was born May 6, 1933 in Stoutsville and was the son of the late Clarence E. and Hazel (Britch) Miller.  Marion was a 1951 graduate of Stoutsville High School and a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean War.  He was a...

Jan 23, 2018

Gwendolene L. Hoplite, a life long resident of Amanda, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home on Tuesday, January 23, 2018.  Gwen was born December 23, 1923 in Amanda and was the daughter of the late Frank and Mildred (Boerstler) Kull.  She was a 1941 graduate of Amanda High School.  She was a member and very active at Cedar...

Jan 10, 2018

Jan 5, 2018

Michael “Mike” K. Withem, 71, of Amanda, passed away Friday, January 5, 2018 at Pickaway Manor Nursing Home.  He was born October 28, 1946 in Lancaster, OH to the late Roy and Gladys (Buehler) Withem. Mike enjoyed fishing and spending time with his four legged friends.  He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Phyllis (Skeese) Withem; children,...

Jan 4, 2018

Helen Louise Sharp, 98, of Amanda, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2018 surrounded by her family.  She was born May 5, 1919 in Fairfield County and was the daughter of the late Albert Willis and Sarah Catherine (Congrove) Vanfossen.  Helen was an egg gatherer at the chicken farm in Oakland for many years.  She had made dolls...

Dec 22, 2017

Wilbert A. “Billy” Hines, 62, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by family and friends on Friday, December 22, 2017.  He was born on August 5, 1955 in Lancaster and was the son of the late Wilbert and Ruby (Smith) Hines.  Billy was the owner of Hines Auto Wrecking and Towing and Clearport Transportation.  He was a member of Lancaster...

Dec 19, 2017

Paula Marie Bigham, 65, of Zanesville, went to be with her Lord on December 19, 2017.  She was born June 18, 1952 in Columbus, OH to William and Mary (Sigrist) Schooley. Paula is survived by her daughter, Kelly Bigham of Zanesville; son, James (Amanda) Bigham of Colgate, OK; father, William (Donna) Schooley of Lancater; brothers, Paul (Cindy) Schooley and Mike Schooley...

Dec 16, 2017

Roger L. Cox, 63, of Laurelville, passed away Saturday, December 16, 2017. He was born October 10, 1954 in Fairfield County, to the late Ralph and Zola (Bibler) Cox. He was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the United States Army. Roger is survived by seven brothers and sisters, William E. (Carolyn) Cox of Lancaster, Jeffrey (Marcy) Cox of Laurelville, Marvin...

Dec 15, 2017

Mary J. Scarberry, 86, of Columbus, passed away December 15, 2017 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born on September 15, 1931 in Laurelville, OH to the late Alton and Irene (Julian) Hunt, Sr. Mary is survived by her husband of 50 years, James Scarberry; daughters, Karen (Felipe) Cortesano of Columbus, Diane Felcyn, Connie (Mike) Sydoryk, Deborah (Mike)...

Dec 11, 2017

Michael A. Cherubini, 73, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, December 11, 2017 at Fairfield Medical Center.  He was born August 12, 1944 in Newark and was the son of the late Albert E. and Esther J. (Roberts) Cherubini.  Michael was a member of Bible Baptist Church in Lancaster.  He was a graduate of Newark High School and attended Ohio University.  Michael formerly worked...

Dec 8, 2017

Russell A. Cordle, 61, of Roseville, passed away Friday, December 8, 2017 at the Morrison House in Zanesville. He was born January 13, 1956 in Delaware, OH to the late Carl and Lolita (Young) Cordle. Russell was a member of the Eagles in Newark. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Gladys (Lucas) Cordle; children, Christine Gill, Jennifer...

Dec 7, 2017

Rosemary “Mary” (Vincent) Miller of Amanda was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 7th. Mary was a retiree of General Electric, a member of St. John’s Church of Stoutsville, and a proud snowbird of her small town Floridian community. Mary is survived by her children, Janice Ray of Amanda, Cheryl Morningstar of Stoutsville; step-sons, Karl Miller...

Dec 5, 2017

Jeremy F. VanGundy, 41, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 5, 2017.  He was born November 23, 1976 in Columbus and was the son of Gerald F. and Brenda (Wemer) VanGundy who survive.  Jeremy was a 1995 graduate of Amanda Clearcreek High School and was a foreman for American Boring. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his...

Dec 4, 2017

Paul David “P.D.” Kraft, 87, of Circleville, passed away on Monday, December 4, 2017 at Pickaway Manor.  He was born on August 24, 1930 in Pickaway County and was the son of the late Turney and Lola (Leist) Kraft.  P.D. was a graduate of Circleville High School and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.  He was a member of Pontius...

Dec 3, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family of Edith “Edie” Christy announces her passing on Sunday, December 3, 2017 in Sugar Grove, at the age of 89. Our dear, sweet mother has left this world, yet we are confident she is now dancing in heaven. Born September 24, 1928, to Osville and Mary Risner of Carey, Ohio, Edie was...

Dec 3, 2017

Phyllis J. Kessler, 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 3, 2017 at Carroll Place.  She was born April 30, 1936 in Amanda and was the daughter of the late Paul Henry and Ruth (Ruble) Shaw.  Phyllis was a 1955 graduate of St. Mary’s High School and a member of St. Mark Church  She was an avid gardener and enjoyed interior decorating. Phyllis...