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February 21, 2014: Judy (DeVault) Boyer has died. Judith Suzanna (DeVault) Boyer, age 82, passed away on Wednesday February 21, 2024. Judy was born on September 26, 1941 in Newark, Ohio to Lowell and Dorothy (Bushby) De Vault. Judy was a graduate of the LHS Class of 1959. She was a retired bus driver for Fairfield Union School and was a volunteer at Fairfield Medical Center for many years. She was a faithful member of the Zeigler Emmanuel Lutheran Church and an avid Fairfield Union sports fan. She was a member of the
______________________________________________________________________ December 12, 2023: Wanda (Barker) Bowman has died. Once children arrived, Wanda exchanged work days at the bank for being a full time homemaker, room mother, PTO president and all around one woman family support system. She continued her maternal role as a doting grandmother and took advantage of any opportunity to be with them. The memories, lessons and laughs she shared with them will be forever treasured. Wanda was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Paul Bowman; her son James F. Bowman and her sister Patricia Shonk. Wanda is survived by her daughter Carolyn (Jim) Park; granddaughters Lauren, Gabby, Samantha and Olivia; brother Don Barker and numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Visitation with family will be held at Village Chapel Church, Ashville on Monday December 18th from 5-7 p.m. with Funeral Service at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Kevin Pees officiating. https://www.lancastereaglegazette.com/obituaries/pwoo0659246 _____________________________________________ Novemner 30, 2023: Linda (Reynolds) Perry has passed away. Linda S. Perry, age 82 of Lancaster, passed away on November 30, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born in Lancaster on November 16, 1941 to the late Raymond and Helen (Lawrence) Reynolds. She graduated from Lancaster High School, Class of 1959, and later retired from Anchor Hocking. Upon retirement, she worked at Donut World for 13 years. Linda was a strong soul and endured many hardships in her life, including a testing battle with breast cancer.
Linda is survived by son, Joseph Perry; daughter, Jeanne (Christopher) Wardell; grandchildren, Amanda Perry, Colleen Perry, Dorothy (Jordan) Ellis, Charles J. Perry, Seth Benson, Jacob Perry, Abigail Wardell, and Isaac Wardell; great-grandchildren, Thomas Donley, Ian Ellis, and Emma Ellis; sister, Sally Swartz; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Perry, daughter, Susan Benson, brothers, Jack and Larry Reynolds. Friends and family may visit from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at SHERIDAN FUNERAL HOME. A private burial will be held in Floral Hills Memory Gardens at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fairfield Area Humane Society, 1721 Granville Pike, Lancaster, OH 43130.To send an online condolence and sign guestbook, please visit www.sheridanfuneralhome.net and click obituary on the Lancaster Eagle Gazette
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Novemner 7, 2023: Linda (Haynes) Morefield has passed away. Linda (Haynes) Morefield, 82, of Punta Gorda, Florida made her last irreverent gestures on November 7, 2023 by sticking her tongue out at the many doctors who were treating her in the ER. They knew how she felt about things. Actually everyone in the family always knew how she felt about things as she never held back. But in a good way. This was a very quick and unexpected passing.She was born to the late Webb and Mary Haynes on Feb. 14, 1941. She and her husband Carl created a dynasty of a family who seemed not to know how babies are made. Survived by Daughter Suzanne Patton (Jon), Son Douglas VanScoy (Melissa), Daughter Carla Tackett (Chuck). 12 grandchildren: Brandi(Josh), Miranda(Trace), Amanda(AJ), Heath, Connor(Kayla), Abigail(AJ), Lexi(Gary), Jared(Emily), Curtis, Josie(Will), Clayton, Chase. 17 Great Grands: Gabby, Cameron, Gabe, Dylan, Hudsen, Adrian, Coleman, Averi, Harper, Mercy, Addisen, Blake, Kynlee, Josiah, Alayna, Emma, Aubrey, Haydin, Amara. She loved her family every single one and invested her time with all of them. She was the best Wife, Mother, Mamaw, LWHW ‘little white haired woman’ and friend to all who knew her. She did anything she could for her family always. She was the Head Internal Auditor for the State of Ohio for many years. She was extremely great at this. She attended Faith Memorial Church Lancaster when in Ohio and Paradise Park Community Church in FL. She had a heart for volunteering and helped serve meals at Foundation Dinners for those in need, she documented all the community events at Paradise Park with photos, and created a directory for documenting those who have passed among many other things. She was very musical, sang in the church choir, played piano and recently learned the ukulele playing with a group of ladies in FL. She loved to dance and had the cutest little booty shake which she gifted to all her family. She had a group of her high school class of 1959 girlfriends, who she lunched and traveled with regularly, and who she loved very much. She loved all her friends in Ohio and in Florida. We are having a celebration of her life in Florida Thursday November 16th 1 pm at Paradise Park, Punta Gorda., Florida. We also will have a celebration of her life likely mid July in Lancaster, Ohio.
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September 13, 2023: Sandra (Rudolph) Arnold has died. Sandra A. Arnold, 82, of Athens, passed away on September 13, 2023. She was born in Sugar Grove, Ohio to the late William and Alice Rudolph on November 27, 1940. Sandra is survived by her husband, Ivan Arnold, and daughter, Carie Beckett. She is preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Clara Louise Shull. She was a celebrated member of the Lancaster High School Class of 1959 and of the LHS Marching Band in 1958 and 1959. Per the family’s wishes, no funeral services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation at https://myasthenia.org/Make-an-Impact/Donating . Caring Cremation has taken place through the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.funeralhome.com Lancaster Eagle Gazette Obituary (Here). _____________________________________________
January 25, 2023: Nancy Behrens has passed on. Nancy Ann Behrens Hess Tillinghast (81) passed on surrounded by her loving family. She was the only child of George L Behrens and Dorothy Gay Goodman Behrens. She graduated from Lancaster high school in 1959 and went on to nursing school when Grant had a 2+2 bachelor degree program. She became an RN, a profession of service perfect for her. She married Charles Eugene Hess on 11-4-1962 and had 4 children. Greg (Tresa) Hess, Julie (Neil) Maynard, Kevin Hess and Christopher (Lisa) Hess. She had a wonderful career as a nurse serving primarily the elderly population as the Director of Nursing at Crestview Manor in Lancaster for many years, then at Westminster Thurber in Columbus, and finally working with home health for Senior Independence. She had divorced Charles and remarried Ralph Tillinghast on 5-9-1983. After he passed away, she found the true love of her life in Paul Carmichael III and they married 1-07-97. Joining the family were her step children Joy Carmichael, Lea (Major) Cobb and Paul Carmichael IV. She continued working until her retirement June 2010 and soon after Paul retired his business Plants by Paul. Nancy and Paul enjoyed traveling all over the US usually anywhere a casino was located where they enjoyed the "penny slots". They loved sports, game show network and Hallmark station where they could be found on occasion holding hands watching the "sappy love stories". In 2013 she had a serious medical event almost leading to her death causing her to be wheelchair bound and the next 10 years would be more challenging. But Paul always stood by her side and took care of her even as the days were becoming more difficult for both of them. She was loved by her family whom she adored. Left to cherish her memory are her husband Paul; her children and step children; 18 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and along with numerous friends and past co-workers. The family is grateful to the staff of Capital City Hospice for the compassionate care provided to her and the family. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Capital City Hospice. Go Bengals!! Friends may gather on Saturday, February 4th at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST 1051. E Johnstown Rd. From 11AM-12PM; Service to begin at 12PM.
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June 26, 2023: Nick Reed has died. Nick Reed, age 81 of Columbus, passed away on Friday, June 23,2023, at the Pickering House in Lancaster. He was born July 12, 1941, in Millersport, the son of the late Gale and Dora (Harding) Reed. He was a graduate of Lancaster High School, Class of 1959. He worked for the North American Broadcast Company for 57 years. Nick considered his colleagues at the NABC to be his second family. He was a private man who enjoyed reading, music, t.v. news, and "Jeopardy". He also enjoyed his trips to Virginia and North Carolina. He is preceded in death by his parents; nephew, Timothy Crook; and cousin, Ted Reed. He is survived by his brother, Don Reed, of London, OH; sister, Sharon (Bill) Miller, of Lancaster; nephew, Todd (Connie) Crook, of Lancaster, and their children, Jennifer (Mike) Van Horn and Ron Crook; great nephew, Kyric; great nieces, Madi, Evie, and Lissy; longtime friend, Jim Williams and his family, of Virginia; cousins, Maureen Reed, of Kentucky, and Diana (Randy) Swain, of Lancaster. Cremation has been arranged in the care of Taylor-Theller Funeral & Cremation Service. A private inurnment will be held at Amanda Township Cemetery. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Friends may make memorial contributions to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital or to the charity of their choice. Originally published at: https://www.taylortheller.com/obituaries/nicholas-reed _____________________________
March 22, 2023: Anne M. Gilmore has passed away. Anne Gilmore, 81, of Lancaster, passed away on March 22nd. Anne was born in Springfield, Ohio on September 27, 1941 to the late Hugh and Janet (McKenzie) Gilmore. She was a graduate of Lancaster High School Class of 1959 and Ohio Wesleyan University, where she majored in Fine Art, and was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. Upon her graduation, she spent several years in Washington, D.C., where she was a member of the New York Ave. Presbyterian Church. She returned to Ohio to be close to her family, and worked as the administrative assistant to the General Manager of the Cintas Corporation operation in Columbus for many years.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Anne M. Gilmore, please visit our floral store. __________________________________________ Febuary 6, 2023: Barbara (Weidner) Ike has died. Barbara Weidner Ike, 81, of Portage Lake (Jackson County), Michigan died on February 6th, 2023. Barb, daughter of John and Almeda Weidner, passed away in Englewood, Fl, where she was wintering, after a long battle with multiple health issues. Born January 18th, 1942 in Columbus, Ohio, she graduated from the Lancaster High School Class of 1959. Later, she graduated from Riverside White Cross School of Nursing (Columbus, Ohio) in 1962. It was while working at Riverside Hospital that she met Ron, her husband to be. Barbara and Ron married in 1965 and Barb spent the next six years as a Navy wife, running the family shore support detachment. In 1972, the family, returned to civilian life and a new job which took them to Ann Arbor, Mi. Throughout her life, Barb was a ready volunteer. Need something done, she would do it, big or small. Group reunions, golf luncheons, and school committees were all in her wheel-house. Since her retirement she has been a volunteer at the Jackson and Englewood Public Libraries and the Henry Ford Hospital in Jackson. In addition, for the past 15 years she has been the editor of a quarterly newsletter for her husband's retired pilot group. Barbara will be greatly missed by brothers and sisters in law, Connie and Skip Phelps and Renee and Larry Ike: nephews Hunter, Austin, and Logan Phelps, Brian and Kevin Ike and their wives: and her cousins and Ron's many cousins as well. She will be mourned by the friends made over a lifetime, especially those from the LHS Class of 1959, by her engaging personality, honest conversation, and caring nature. Nothing written here can begin to reflect on the number of people whose lives were touched by Barb. She loved people and they reciprocated. A memorial service will be held in Michigan at a future date. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made in Barbara's name to Hillsdale College at https://www.hillsdale.edu , by phone at 517-607-2727, or by check to Hillsdale College, 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI 49242. Published by Ann Arbor News from Feb. 13 to Feb. 19, 2023 (here)
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January 26, 2023: Lois Jean Freese has died. Original in the Lancaster Eagle Gazette (Here).
November 28, 2022: Steve Blum has passed away. Stephen Paul Blum, 81 years of age, passed away peacefully on November 28th, 2022, at home with his family by his side. He was born on April 17th, 1941, in Lancaster Ohio, the son of Dr. Paul and Ruth Blum. His parents preceded him in death as well as his son Gregory Blum, daughter Jennifer Blum and granddaughter Nicole Shahan. Steve grew up in Lancaster, OH and was a graduate of Lancaster High School, Class of 1959. He was an avid member of the golf team that inspired a life-long love of the game. Together with his friends and family, Steve played on courses throughout the United States including Hawaii. He attended the Ohio State University where he studied veterinary medicine. He had a love for animals and was a good Samaritan, always willing to help an animal or person in need. You could often find him in his back yard at his home in Dublin, feeding the squirrels and birds and watching the deer. Steve had a charisma that allowed him to strike up a conversation and make friends wherever he would go. His outgoing personality made him a natural fit as a salesman, and he eventually retired from a long-tenured career at Pipe Valves Inc. Steve will be remembered for his quick-witted sense of humor. He always had a joke and nickname for all his colleagues, friends, and family. Known to those close to him was his strong sense of patriotism, a love of frank and honest conversation as well as an appreciation for the simple things in life. Memorial services and visitation were held onThursday, December 8th at the Halteman- Fett & Dyer Funeral Home located at 436 N Broad St. Lancaster, Ohio. The hours for visitation at the funeral home were from 9 am-11 am with service immediately following. In Lieu of flowers, and in honor of Steve’s love of animals, donations can be made at www.ohiowildlifecenter.org Original in the Lancaster Eagle Gazette (Here).
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September 8, 2022: William "Bill" Graf has passed away. William "Bill" F. Graf, age 81 of Millersport, died September 8th, 2022 at Bickford Assisted Living. He was born in Lancaster, to the late Fred and Mable Brenner Graf on February 21st, 1941. He owned a Gulf gas station and worked 30+ years of sales for Gulf Oil and T.B.A. sales. Bill loved meeting people and spending time with his family and friends. His amazing personality, wit, and his overall love for life will be cherished and remembered immensely. He was a member of the LHS Class of 1959. Bill was survived by his sons, Howie (Jodi) Graf and Jay (Amy) Graf; grandchildren, Hannah Graf and Sophia Graf; sister, Mary Widener; sister-in-law, Jane Graf; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Phyllis Graf; and brother, Don Graf. A funeral service will take place at the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 21st, 2022 at 1:00PM, with burial following at Floral Hills Memory Gardens. Family and friends may visit at the funeral home from 11AM until the time of service at 1PM on Wednesday September 21st. Donations in Bill’s name can be made to Fairhope Hospice, 282 Sells Rd. Lancaster, OH 43130.
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________________________________ Alice Mae (Bope) Oiler passed September 3rd, 2022, of Heart Failure, at Spring Valley Medical Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born May 1st, 1941 in Lancaster, Ohio to Alice and Clarence E. Bope. She Graduated from Lancaster High School, Class of 1959 and from Grant Hospital School of Nursing in Columbus Class of 1962. She had a career in Nursing in Ohio and then in Nevada, where she relocated in 1974. She also held a position Montevista Hospital. Then worked in Registration for LVCVA (Las Vegas Convention Visitors Authority) for 18 years. She still kept her Nursing License current. She was a member and Deacon of the First Presbyterian Church. In 2003, she and her husband Gary sang with the choir in England, Scotland and Ireland. This trip along with other excursions with family and friends enriched her life. Alice’s interests included: Baseball – especially the Padres, Golf, Swimming, Love of the Ocean, Love of cats. She was a member of the Mesquite Club Choir and Nevada Opera Theatre and Organ Society. Donations can be made to any No Kill shelter for cats. Cremation has taken place. No services are planned. Condolences can be made to: https://legcy.co/3L7PN0t
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June 19, 2022: Allen P. Sellers has died. Allen P. Sellers, age 81 of Lancaster died June 19, 2022 at Country Lane Gardens. He was born on March 17, 1941 to the late Paul and Sarah Sellers. He was an electrician for Anchor Hocking, AT&T, Lucent Technologies, and several other companies. Allen served in the Ohio Air National Guard and was called to serve his country in the Air Force in Korea. Allen was a Ham Radio Operator who greatly enjoyed participating in the K8QIK Lancaster and Fairfield County Amateur Radio Club. He was very active with his sons in the B.S.A. He eagerly attended Ham Fest each year, and greatly enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Allen’s amazing personality and love for life will be greatly missed by all. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Sellers; sons, Chris (Kim) Sellers and Dr. Bradley Sellers; siblings, Gene Sellers and Ronald (Jane) Sellers; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Caring Cremation™ has taken place through the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home and Crematory. Donations in Allen’s name can be made to the Fairfield Area Humane Society PO BOX 1109 Lancaster, OH 43130. Online condolences can be made at www.funeralhome.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Allen P. Sellers, please visit our floral store. Obituary (Here). ________________________________ October 18, 2020: Sandra Kay (Kisor) Willisonhas passed on. Sandra Kay Willison, 79, of Columbus, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2020 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. Her family was by her side at the time. Born in Lancaster, OH on March 23, 1941, she was preceded in death by her parents Wesley Cyrus and Margaret K. (Lenz) Kisor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Patricia Garbett. Kay is survived by her husband of 58 Years, Richard "Dick" Willison; children Rande Willison, Debbie (Ken) Williams, Chris Willison, and Nathan (Jessica) Willison; grandchildren Mary-Claire, Kisor, Pax, and Cecilia Willison; and sister Vickie Shaffer. Kay spent her life in service to others. First and foremost, Kay was a wife and mother. She was deeply devoted to her husband, children and grandchildren. She often said that her children gave her purpose in life. She was a firm but loving mother, she laughed remembering a time she gave her kids pie after having sent them to their rooms. She also gave as a nurse, receiving her RN from Riverside White Cross and her bachelors degree from Ohio University. She spent her career working as a school nurse at St. Rose and New Lexington Schools before retiring from Columbus Public Schools. Kay always went the extra mile for her students, often giving out of her own pocket rather than seeing a child go without. Kay was a woman of faith and her daily acts of kindness were a testament to her beliefs. She was an example to her kids and grandkids and those around her of what being a Christian meant. She lived with a sense of thoughtfulness. She was also an optimist, always finding something positive even during the most challenging of times. She lived life with vigor and a sense of adventure. The kids joked that if there was a tornado, mom would be out trying to find it. She was also a writer, often sending handwritten notes and letters to her children. Her tradition of giving the grandkids Christmas letters each year was a source of great pride to her. She made every situation and environment that she was in fun. Kay was the type of person that benefited anyone she came in contact with. She was an uplifter, she was a doer, she was loving, she was honest, she was supportive, she was nurturing, and she was a rock. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Medical Intensive Care Unit of Mt. Carmel East for putting their lives on the line to try to save her life. The family will held a visitation at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd., Gahanna on Thursday, October 22, 2020 from 4-7PM, where a funeral was held Friday at 10:30AM. Interment followed at Mifflin Cemetery. ________________________________
March 30, 2022: Sheila (Street) Cook has died. TAMPA, Florida- Sheila K. Cook (née Street) died peacefully on March 30th, 2022 in Tampa, Florida at the age of 80. Sheila is survived by her husband, James R. Cook; children, Samuel Strawn, Stacey Martin, Stephanie Pfaltzgraf, James C. Cook and Richard Cook; grandchildren, Louis Martin, Gretchen Frapwell, Whitney Shaw, Allie Martin, Charles Strawn, Caitlin Cook and James M. Cook; 4 great grandchildren; and her sister, Mary Lou Sheila was born on November 15th, 1941 in Lancaster, Ohio to Richard and Mary Street. She graduated from Lancaster High School in 1959. A funeral mass was held for on Thursday, April 7th at Christ the King Catholic Church, 821 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33609. A private interment followed at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida.
Bev is preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, William E. Cody, Sr.; parents; step mother, Bonita Pyles; brother and sister-in-law, Earl (Butch) and Reba Pyles; sister, Judy Fosnaugh; and step-sister, Deborah Hoover. Bev is survived by her sister, Nancy (John) Kruse, Thornville, Oh.; step-brother, Richard (Maureen) Hoover, Newton, Pa.; nieces, Wendy (Scott) Ault, Bremen, Oh., Sherry (Bill) McGinn, Panama City Beach, Fl., Jennifer Kruse, Thornville, Oh., Katie (Zack) VanHorn, Bremen, Oh., Victoria Hoover, St. Petersburg, Fl, Tamara Barnes, Joliet, III; nephews, Andy (Linda) Kruse, Glenford, Oh., and Douglas Hoover, Newtown, Pa.; numerous great nieces and a nephew; and great-great nephews and great-great nieces also survive her. Bev loved her fur babies, Champ and Sophie who gave her unconditional love.Viewing will be held Saturday, February 19, 2022 from 1PM-4PM with a Celebration of Life to follow at 4PM at the HALTEMAN-FETT & DYER FUNERAL HOME (436 North Broad St., Lancaster, Ohio). Dignity Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Fairfield Area Humane Society, 1721 Granville Pike, Lancaster, Ohio 43130.
Dean is survived by his wife of 62 years, Donna (Agosta) Kitchen; son Curt Kitchen and fiancée Lisa; grandchildren Coy and Fallyn Kitchen; brother Glenn Kitchen and Becky and daughters Kelly and Kris; brother Terry Kitchen and daughters Lori and Kathy; sister Janet Wright and sons Mark and Aaron; brother-in-law Neil Agosta; he is preceded in death by his infant son Deano. Caring Cremation has taken place through the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.funeralhome.com ___________________
December 8, 2021: Donald Shaffer has passed away.
Don is survived by his daughter, Tammy (David) Hirsch of Wheaton, IL; grandchildren, Henry, Lucie, and Caroline; sister-in-law, Martha Tuvell of Chillicothe; nieces, Kelly Vaughn and Holly Shaffer, as well as several other nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Don is preceded in death by his wife, Carol F. (Handley) Shaffer, and brothers, Golden Shaffer and Stephen Shaffer. Funeral Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, December 10, 2021 at SHERIDAN FUNERAL To send an online condolence and sign guestbook, please visit www.sheridanfuneralhome.net and
November 26, 2021: Bob Logue has died.
He was a retired tester for Lucent Technologies. Robert is survived by his children, Jeff Logue, Julie Logue, Jeanne Logue and Joseph Logue; brother, Dr. Stephen (Marshall) Logue of Fayetteville, Nancy (Andrew) Murphy of Columbus, Ohio and several nieces and nephews. Caring Cremation® is being handled by the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL Lancaster, Ohio. Private inurnment will be in Forest Rose Cemetery. To send an online condolence, and sign the guestbook, please visit www.funeralhome.com. Posted online on December 03, 2021 __________________ November 24, 2021: Alan H. Hale has died. Alan's children live in Lancaster, Ohio; Lori Hale (Matt) Riggle, Nathan (Molly) Hale, Brooke Loraditch, Nikki (Darren) Flick.
November 21, 2021: Stephen W. Miller has passed. Born in Lancaster, Ohio, and graduating first in his Lancaster High School class, he felt a life long affection for the town where his close family members lived within a few blocks of one another for generations. The only son of Dorothy F. Miller and Attorney Donald C. Miller, it was assumed that Steve would continue in the Lancaster law practice begun by his grandfather. The family which now included their son Scott, returned to Boston for residency in Diagnostic Radiology at the Massachusetts General Hospital. Following residency Dr. Miller had a yearlong fellowship in Cardiovascular Radiology at the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital (now Mass General Brigham) with training in congenital heart disease at the Boston Childrens Hospital. He then returned to the Massachusetts General Hospital as a member of the medical staff where his career as Radiologist and Associate Professor of Radiology at Harvard Medical School spanned 43 years until his retirement in 2013. During those years he was awarded: Steve, Chris and family lived in Lexington for many years where Steve served three terms as an elected Town Meeting member. Vacations were spent on the Vineyard. Over the years the Miller family like so many before them proved a quote by Emily Post to be quite true. "To see the Island is to be enchanted, and to linger even for a while is to become unwilling ever to go completely away." Weekend getaways evolved into week long vacations, summer house rentals, buying land and building a Cape in Edgartown, which over time with additions became the year round home. Summer jobs for Scott were on island throughout high school and college. Since learning to sail as an MIT student Steve continued to enjoy the sport. His Herreshoff sailboat is a common sight in Edgartown Harbor waters and he took great pride that Scott and family are all accomplished sailors. His fondest memories were long dog walks with Christina and their Irish Setter, Rory, and summers spent with his grandchildren at the Vineyard Haven Yacht Club filled with tennis and sailing. Steve was Regional Chair for the Cape and Islands for Educational Councilors at MIT, a Massachusetts Audubon Society Councilor, and Board member of the Edgartown Council on Aging. An interest in amateur "ham" radio begun in high school led to his holding the highest amateur license and talking with other amateurs worldwide. He ran road races since his days in the US Public Health Service, including completing the Boston Marathon as a member of the American Medical Joggers Association and in later years won trophies for his age group in Vineyard races. Steve's kindness, empathy, and dedicated care of others be they patients, family, friends and neighbors, dogs, and the natural world were hallmarks of his being. He leaves Christina, his wife of 55 years of Edgartown, son Scott Miller, daughter-in law Dr. Lisa Cosimi, grandchildren Caleb Miller and Sydney Miller of Lexington, Massachusetts, sister Joyce of Pinellas Park, Florida, nephew Garrett Emerson of Virginia Beach, and cousins Cindy and Larry Berens of Lancaster, Ohio and Jeff and Janet Graf of Ohio. A graveside service for immediate family was held in the New Westside Cemetery in Edgartown. A celebration of Steve's life is planned for early spring. Contributions may be made in Dr. Miller's memory to the Massachusetts Audubon Sanctuary at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, P.O. Box 494 , Vineyard Haven, MA 02568, the Martha's Vineyard Hospital, P. O. Box 1477, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557, or the Sea Education Association, P.O. Box 6, Woods Hole MA 02543. Published in Lancaster Eagle Gazette (here) _________________________ He was a prolific reader of nonfiction works and pursued post graduate classes in lntenational Studies at Ohio Univerity in Athens for several years. He also enjoyed reenacting frontiersmen and pioneer life at specialty events, down to aulhentic costuming and the beard.
October 27, 2021: Lucy Ann (Ventressca) Ball has died. Lucy A. Ball, age 81 of Lancaster, passed away on October 27, 2021 at Pickering House. August 17, 1941 - October 20, 2021 My Mom, Nancy King (80), passed away from dementia, peacefully at my home with me by her side. My brother, Kevin Hudnall and sister Kassia King passed in 2020. Her former husband's George Hudnall and Tom King survived! They left! (Hee, hee!) My Sister was probably late picking her up at the gate! (Hee, hee!). My Mom lived with me the last 3 months. We had the wonderful blessing to live, love and celebrate life together. We even went out barhopping on her 80th birthday! We also were blessed to overcome and heal our rivalry of 57 years! My Mom was a "spirited " redhead that loved the "Happy Go Lucky, beach-loving life" she lived in Ft. Lauderdale, FL for 22 years. I hope you remember her fun-loving soul, crooked smile and green-eyes full of ornriness (or something)!
September 15, 2021: Jonathan W. Nusbaum has passed away. Jonathan, 80, died on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 in his home, next to his devoted wife. He was born in Lancaster, Ohio, on April 1, 1941. He attended Lancaster public schools and graduated from Lancaster High School in 1959. He attended and graduated from Yale University in 1963; he then attended and graduated from The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1967. Jonathan completed his residency in General Surgery under Dr. Robert Zollinger at The Ohio State University Hospital in 1972 and, thereafter, served in the U.S. Air Force in Minot ND from 1972 – 1975. He was certified by The American Board of Surgery. Jonathan worked as a general surgeon at Fairfield Medical Center for many years. Later in his career, he worked as medical expert for the State of Ohio for disability hearings. Jonathan was a supporter of art and music in Lancaster, He volunteered his time as Director of Operations for the Lancaster Festival from 1987 to 2021. He was an active Park National Bank Board Member from 1979 to 2020, an enthusiastic student of early U.S. History until the end of his life. Jon loved to play golf and was the winner of the Hazelton Alabama Golf Trust Trophy in 2009. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Judy Nusbaum; sisters Marilyn (Norman) Grossblatt, of Chevy Chase, MD and JoAnn Scanlon of Columbus, OH; daughters Emily Nusbaum of San Rafael, CA, and Laura Nusbaum (Rob Thomson) of San Francisco, CA; step-daughter Jennifer Hostenske of Columbus, OH; step-son Jeffrey (Jennifer) Hostenske of Phoenix, AZ; daughter-in-law Kelly Nusbaum of Fort Wayne, IN; four nephews; and six beloved grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Wilford D. and Nell Nusbaum; and his son, Jonathan H. Nusbaum of Fort Wayne, IN. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Friday September 24, 2021 at Halteman-Fett-Dyer Funeral Home for family and close friends. Friends may visit from 4 to 8 pm Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Forest Rose Cemetery. Obituary (here). In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to FairHope Hospice – Palliative Care or the Lancaster Festival.
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July 15, 2021: Jo Ann (Cottrill) Abram has died. Jo Ann passed away peacefully at the Pickering House. She was born on September 4, 1941 to the late Merrill and Janice (Lanning) Cottrill. Jo Ann worked at Riviera Cabinets for 14 years and retired from American Greetings. Jo Ann was a devoted wife and mother. who cherished spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be remembered by everyone for her warm hugs and beautiful smile. ______________________________ March 28, 2021: Judy K. (Mason) Eden has died. Judy, 79 passed away on Sunday, March 28th, 2021 at Crestview Nursing & Rehab. She was born on August 29th, 1941 to the late Paul and Cora Harvey. Judy worked for Fairfield County Probate Court as an Assistant Chief Deputy, before retiring after serving 30 years of service under 3 Judges. She was a devoted wife and mother. She was preceded in death by her husband, James R. Eden Sr.; mother-in-law, Bertha Mae Eden, father-in-law, Walter Eden, and sister-in-law, Jill Marie Eden. She is survived by her son, James R. Eden Jr.; sisters-in-law, Janis (Steve) Shumaker, and Joan Coakley; brother-in-law, Robert Wolfey and several nieces, nephews and close friends. Funeral Services were held on Friday, April 2nd, 2021 at 1PM at the HALTEMAN-FETT & DYER FUNERAL HOME, officiated by Pastor Paul Wymer. Burial followed at Maple Grove Cemetery. Calling Hours were held ONE HOUR PRIOR to the services on Friday. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Judy’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff at Crestview for their loving care of Judy for 11 years. ____________________________
March 26, 2021: Chilton B. Bowers has passed away. LANCASTER, Chilton Bowers, 80, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2021. He was born on October 2, 1940, in Grimms Landing, West Virginia to the late Dillard and Effie Bowers. Chilton graduated from Lancaster High School in 1959 and played variety sports. He enlisted in the Army after high school and was stationed at Fort Bragg, NC, where he served in the 82nd Airborne Division. While stationed at Ft. Bragg, he met Lois on a visit to Washington, DC. They were engaged three weeks later and married in 1961 in Dillon, SC. They relocated to Lancaster, OH in 1965 to raise their family where Chilton worked and ultimately retired from Anchor Hocking after 33 years. He concluded his military career by serving with the Ohio Air National Guard (OHANG), where one of his duties was repacking parachutes. This reminded him of his days as a paratrooper and he proudly retired in 1992. He was extremely proud of all his military service. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date when it is safe to gather after COVID-19.
March 20, 2021: Dennis Bradford Sprague has died. LEXINGTON, KY - Dennis B. Sprague, 79, died of an apparent stroke a few weeks ago after slipping on the ice a few months earlier near his office in Lexington and hitting his head without apparent repercussions. Details are sketchy at this time. Dennis was born on August 12, 1941. He is survived by three children, Tim, Jill, and Rhyan. His mother, Francis, was well known and highly respected in Lancaster becoming the Chief Telephone Board Operator at the local Ohio Bell operations over decades of service. Dennis was the King of marbles during grade school amassing a very large trove various types of marble bounty, stored safety in his basement at home. Later, he was a valued member of the Single A Baseball Championship Moose Lodge in 1955. In grade school and then during high school he was the lead drummer in the LHS Marching Band for four years. He was also active in many other LHS social activities. For example, see: https://lhs59.org/sen.htm. He graduated from Lancaster High School in 1959. Dennis attended University of Cincinnati in the early 1960s, and In the mid-1960s to early 1970s, he served in the U.S. Air Force in the Special Investigations Branch based in Texas. He then graduated from the University of Houston with his Bachelors Degree in the mid -1970s, and then in the early 1980s he recieived his M.S. Degree from the University of Eastern Kentucky, and later graduated from the University of Kentucky where he received a Ph.D. in Sports Psychology. In 2000, Dennis was elected to the LHS Distinguished Hall of Fame. He was the winner of the Hazelton Alabama Golf Trust Trophy in 2012. A member of Dennis' social group in high school aptly said with the news of his passing: "Dennis always marched to his own drummer, which wasn’t always within hearing range to some of us; his ideas were often outside the box and were refreshing in their originality. He will be missed by all of us." ____________________________________ March 9, 2021: Susan Kay Youst has passed to her reward. CINCINNATI - Sister Susan Kay Youst , 79, died March 9 at Mt. Notre Dame Health Center, Cincinnati. Susan was born Sept. 22, 1941 in Mt. Vernon and grew up in Lancaster. A life well spent.
January 24, 2021: Nancy Lee (Binder) Motsch has died. LANCASTER - Nancy (Binder) Motsch, 79 of Lancaster passed away peacefully at her residence. Nancy was born on April 24, 1941 to Clinton and Wilma (Sheets) Binder in Lancaster. She hwas a class officer and active in her high school activities. and graduated from Lancaster High School in 1959. She married her high school sweetheart, Gail Ramon Motsch of Lancaster. They were married 60 years and were the parents of Jodi Lynn (Eberhart) and Michael Allen. Nancy loved her family, church, friends, having fun, and music. She taught clarinet lessons, was a Cub Scout Den mother, taught at Redeemer Lutheran Pre-School, played handbells at St. Paul's Lutheran Church and let's don't forget all the fun she had with her Euchre family! She is survived by her husband Gail, daughter, Jodi (Frank), son, Michael (Lisa), grandchildren, Ryan Motsch, Zoe, Zak, and Kate Eberhart. She was preceded in death by her parents and in-laws, Fred and Alice (Julian) Motsch. December 24, 2020: William Carl Beougher has passed on. COLUMBUS - William C. (Bill) Beougher was born August 5, 1941. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl E. and Marjorie George Beougher; his wife, Margaret E. Beougher; and his brother, George E. Beougher. Bill is survived by his daughter Carla (Steve) Wengert; his son, James Beougher; his stepsons Ralph (Misti) Green and Marvin (Sandi) Green. He is also survived by Grandchildren Tristin (Leanna) Wengert, Megan Wengert, and Evan Wengert, and several great grandchildren. He was the 2nd child in a family of seven children and is survived by 1 brother David (Jane) Beougher and 4 sisters, Marilyn Nauta, June Ryan, Joyce (Roger) Boyer, and Mary (John) Fabe.
November 12, 2020: Jo Ann (Eisz) Ball has died. LANCASTER - - Jo Ann (Eisz) Ball, age 79, has passed on. She is survived by her three children, who made up the entirety of her world, Rod (Chris) Ball, Jeff (Kay) Ball, and Kendra Seitz. Jo Ann was a beloved grandmother to Austin (21), Hayden (20), and Nathan (16). Jo Ann is survived by her loving siblings Gary (Grace) Eisz, Debbie (Terry) Craiglow, Julie (Harold) Poole, and Johnny (Becky) Eisz. She is also survived by her mother Mary Ann Rudolph. Jo Ann was a passionate believer in God who lived out her faith in her daily life. She loved to watch Christian shows on television and spend hours at a time reading her Bible. In addition to her faith, Jo Ann devoted herself to her career as a hair dresser for 50+ years. The relationships that she had with her clients were ones that she truly treasured. They were more like family than clients. Jo Ann looked forward to going to work and being with her “ladies”. Jo Ann spent her entire life in Lancaster, Ohio where she was an active member of the community. She was involved in Quota Club for many years and loved the fundraisers and activities that the group organized. Jo Ann was a member at the First United Methodist Church and then in her later years attended Emmanuel Lutheran Church. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/lancaster-oh/jo-ann-ball-9901135
Memorial gifts may be given to FairHoPe Hospice, 282 Sells Rd., Lancaster, Ohio 43130. To send an online condolence, and sign the guest book, please visit www.funeralhome.com. Charlotte was age 78 of Lancaster when passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born September 3, 1941 in Lancaster, the daughter of the late p Elmo B. and Margaret C. (Quirk) Dennis. Charlotte formerly attended the Pahmmp Community Church in Pahrump, Nevada. She loved going to the casinos, traveling and wearing her hats. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Edward L. Davis; children, Martin Bess, of Naples, FL, Laura (John) Cotton, of Amanda, and Eileen Bess-Andrix, of Lancaster; 7 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Christopher Andrix; 2 sisters and 1 brother.
April 7, 2019: Donald Jay Hines has passed on. Lancaster - Donald Jay Hines, 79 of Pleasantville, passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday April 7, 2019. Donald was born February 20, 1940 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Martin and Blanche (Young) Hines.
He is survived by his sons, Eric (Patti) Hines and Mark (Kathy Herron) Hines, one grandson, Tyler Hines. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth "Libby" Hines and parents. Funeral service was held Thursday April 11, 2019 at the HALTEMAN-FETT & DYER FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Dave Helser officiating. Burial to follow in Floral Hills Memory Gardens. Friends may visit Thursday from 11-1 p.m. at the funeral home. Originally published in the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on Apr. 10, 2019
December 27, 2018: Michael E. Preston has died. COLUMBUS: Michel Eugene Preston, age 77, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, December 27, 2018. He was born on January 13, 1941 to the late Fred and Verna Preston. Mike graduated from Ohio University with his Bachelor's degree and from the University of Michigan with his Master's degree.
LANCASTER- Mary Jane Beck, 77, of Lancaster passed away on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at Altercare Canal Winchester. She was born on November 17, 1940 in Lancaster to the late William and Georgia (Shumaker) Lamb. Originally published in the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on Oct. 3, 2018
LANCASTER - Kenneth R. Figgins, 77, of Lancaster, OH, died peacefully, July 26, 2018 at the Pickering House in Lancaster. He was born on September 17, 1940 in Lancaster.
LANCASTER: Darlene F. Schmidt passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at Hospice of Central Ohio. Darlene was born on October 9, 1940, in Lancaster, Ohio, to James and Rose Friend. She worked as a secretary at the Anchor Hocking Glass Corporation - Research and Development Center and was a graduate of I.C.S. Interior Design.
HILTON HEAD ISLAND: Roger was 76 when he died, He lived in Hilton Head Island, SC, and passed away on Monday, August 28, 2017 at his home.
Online condolences were made at www.funeralhome.com.
COLUMBUS: Edward Geiser, age 77 passed away Monday June 5, 2017 at Kobacker House.
Published in the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on Apr. 8, 2017
ATHENS: Bill passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2017. He was born January 4, 1941 in Hocking County, Ohio the son of the late William C. Rowland and Mary Kline Rowland.
Bill was preceded in death by his son, Wesley Rowland, parents, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Herbert and Rose Ruff. Funeral service were held Friday, February 17, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in the HALTEMAN-FETT & DYER FUNERAL HOME with Bill Venrick officiating. Burial was in Maple Grove Cemetery.
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