Obituaries

Jul 22, 2018

Joseph G. Porter, Jr., 75, of Stoutsville, passed away at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center on Sunday, July 22, 2018 surrounded by family. He was born March 1, 1943 in West Jefferson, NC to the late Joseph G. Porter, Sr., and Myrtle Ruth (McCoy) Porter. He was an avid car enthusiast and a former auto dealership owner...

Jul 14, 2018

Vernon “Pete” Courtney, 86, of Amanda, passed away on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at the Pickering House.  He was born June 1, 1932 in Carroll, Ohio and was the son of the late Oscar and Nellie (Cupp) Courtney.  He proudly served this nation during the Korean Conflict in the U.S. Army.  He earned several medals while serving including the...

Jul 9, 2018

Loyd M. Young, 81, of Amanda, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, July 9, 2018.  He was born September 6, 1936 in Amanda and was the son of the late Harold and Mona (Miller) Young.  He was a 1954 graduate of Amanda High School and proudly served our nation in the U.S. Army.  After leaving the Army,...

Jul 1, 2018

Helen Amelia “Millie” Tracey, 82, of Laurelville passed away on July 1, 2018 at Hocking Valley Community Hospital.  She was born September 23, 1935 in Lancaster and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Peters) Evans.  Helen was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School. She is survived by her daughter, Valerie (Jamie) Hardwick; grandchildren, Amber (Joe)...

Jun 27, 2018

Richard “Rick” L. Antle, Sr., 61, Amanda, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born September 15, 1956 in Columbus to the late Jack and Norma (Neutzling) Antle. Rick attended Pine Grove United Methodist Church and was a long time member of the N.R.A. As a law enforcement officer, he worked for a number of...

Jun 24, 2018

Elizabeth L. Hampshire, 43, of Circleville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 24, 2018.  She was born May 19, 1975 in Columbus and was the daughter of David and Elaine (Turvey) Hampshire who survive. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her children, Samm (Jodie Warren) Marion, Taylor (fiancé Jake Hall) Marion and Kaylee Marion; grandson, Leelynd;...

Jun 17, 2018

Carl Wayne Stebelton, 96, of Amanda, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018 at the Pickering House.  He was born July 20, 1921 in Amanda and was the son of the late Boyd and Clara (Stump) Stebelton.  Carl proudly served our country during World War II in the Army Air Corp.   He was a graduate of Amanda High School and...

Jun 17, 2018

George Herbert Pugh, 60, of Amanda, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Sunday, June 17, 2018.  He was born July 28, 1957 in Logan, Ohio and was the son of the late George C. and Carol (Oiler) Pugh.  Herb was a graduate of Wellston High School, an independent truck driver and a member of LIUNA #423 in Columbus.  ...

Jun 3, 2018

        Donald B. Werner Jr., 87, of Rockbridge, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2018 at the Pickering House in Lancaster. He was born January 6, 1931 in Hocking County. Donnie retired from Eastside Nursery, and later went on to work for Marvin Sharp, as well as other jobs in the construction industry. He enjoyed being outdoors...

May 26, 2018

David H. Green, 75, of Crossville, Tennessee, formerly of Amanda, passed away on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at Cumberland Medical Center.  He was born October 29, 1942 in Fentress County, Tennessee and was the son of the late Fate and Iva (Greer) Green.  David proudly served our country in the U.S. Army.  David was retired from Consolidated Freightway after...

May 26, 2018

Dorothy M. “Dot” Cordle, 73, of Amanda, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at her sister’s home in Thurston, Ohio.  She was born December 21, 1944 in Baltimore, Ohio and was the daughter of the late Floyd and Betty (Adams) Camp.  Dot was retired from RCA after 30 years of service, a member of Lancaster Moose #955...

May 17, 2018

Nancy Shawne Lents, 66, of Amanda, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at Fairfield Medical Center.  She was born January 4, 1952 in Charleston, West Virginia and was the daughter of the late Clyde Alfred and Alma Kathleen (Creech) Bare.  Nancy earned an Associates Degree at Morris-Harvey College with honors as a registered nurse.  She served as an...

May 4, 2018

Rosa Nisly, 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 4, 2018 at Arbors at Carroll.  She was born January 26, 1928 in Washington, Indiana and was the daughter of the late Samuel and Magdalena (Raber) Eicher.  Rosa was a member of Bible Baptist Church in Lancaster. She is suvived by her son, Kent (Pam) Nisly of Pompano, Florida; grandson,...

May 4, 2018

Apr 27, 2018

Thomas E. Canfield, 67, of Amanda, passed away Friday, April 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born June 19, 1950 in Lancaster to the late Martin and Esther (Schaeffer) Canfield.  Tom was a machine operator at Anchor Hocking and retired after 38 years of service. He was past scout master with Boy Scouts Troop #42, and was a...

Apr 12, 2018

Ralph A. Dilley, 86, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at the Pickering House.  He was born May 19, 1931 in Fairfield County and was the son of the late Walter and Mary (Beatty) Dilley.  Ralph was a graduate of Amanda High School and retired as a mould cleaner for Anchor Hocking. He is survived...

Apr 12, 2018

Ray H. McJunkin, 91, of Amanda, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at his residence.  He was born August 18, 1926 in Pike County and was the son of the late Wilber and Edith (McCall) McJunkin.  Ray was a graduate of Lucasville High School and retired from DuPont.  He proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy...

Apr 12, 2018

Barbara J. Johnson, 77, of Amanda, passed away Thursday, April 12, 2018. She was born March 10, 1941 in Fairfield County to the late Beeman and Ruby (Peterson) Morrison.  She is survived by her children, Cindy (Billy) Wampler of Stoutsville, Vickie Smith of Lancaster, George (Brenda) Johnson, Jr. of Amanda, Tina (Danny) Cornwell of Mt. Perry, Jeff (Christina) Johnson...

Apr 11, 2018

Bruce A. Stump, 62, of New Lexington, Ohio, formerly of Amanda, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018.  He was born October 9, 1955 in Pickaway County.  Bruce  was employed by Millwright Local #1090 in Columbus He is survived by his children, Shawn (Nenyah) Stump of Lancaster, Krista (Lincoln) Rhymer of Amanda and Tara (George) Abbott of Laurelville; father,...

Apr 11, 2018

Mark W. Ratcliff, 54, of Amanda, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at The James Cancer Hospital surrounded by his family.  He was born May 10, 1963 and was the son of the late Howard Ratcliff and Alline (Patton) Ratcliff.  Mark was a Fairfield County Deputy Sheriff and served for 25 years. He is survived by his wife...