Obituaries
Wayne J. Wooten
Sep 12, 2014
Wayne J. Wooten, 78, of Amanda, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2014 at his residence. He was born on September 4, 1936 in New Straitsville and was the son of the late James H. And Nancy (Lang) Wooten. Wayne was a 1955 graduate of Berne Union, former manager of Lancaster Hardware, storeroom manager for Anchor Hocking Plant 2 and Cottage Leader...
Edna Marie DeVault
Sep 11, 2014
Edna M. DeVault, 100, formerly of Lancaster, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2014 at McCafferty Adult Care Facility in Pleasantville. She was born November 13, 1913 in Columbus and was the daughter of the late Harry P. and Effie E. (Nonnmacher) Leiendecker. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Lancaster. She is survived by a son, John L....
Connie Sue Brehm
Sep 11, 2014
Connie Sue Brehm, 54, of Lancaster, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2014 at her residence. She was born December 22, 1959 in Lancaster and was the daughter of the late Leonard and Birdie (Stufflebean) Kesterson. She is survived by her companion, Kevin Clum; daughters, Connie (Robbie) Smith of Obetz and Jessica (Craig) Johnston of New Orleans, LA; son, Michael (Sandy) Brehm...
Rosetta E. Bigham
Aug 25, 2014
Rosetta E. Bigham, 93, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2014. She was born December 21, 1920 in Lancaster and was the daughter of the late Henry and Ada Belle (Wagner) Kilbarger. She was a member of St. Mark Church in Lancaster. She is survived by two sons, Michael (Joy) Bigham of Oregon and Richard (Susan) Bigham of Amanda; daughter,...
Evelene Spaulding
Aug 22, 2014
Evelene Spaulding, 85, of Amanda, Ohio, passed away Friday, August 22, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 30, 1929 in Pikeville, KY, the daughter of the late Otis and Bessie (Slone) Justice. She was a member of Steptown Baptist Church in Steptown, WV. She is survived by her children, Joyce (Verlin) Varney of Pataskala, Carrie Wilson...
Bernice E. Hampp
Aug 3, 2014
Bernice E. Hampp, 71, of Laurelville, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2014 at her residence. She was born January 23, 1943 in Ross County and was the daughter of the late Roy and Iva (Danner) Hines. She was retired from Conns Potato Chips in Lancaster. She is survived by her companion of 22 years, Darrell E. Johnson; children, Iva E. (Herbert) VanGundy...
Hector A. Feliciano
Jul 31, 2014
Hector A. “Papo†Feliciano Aguadilla, PR—Hector A. “Papo†Feliciano, 65, of Lancaster, OH passed away on July 31, 2014 in Aguadilla, PR after a long battle with cancer. He was born December 9, 1948 in Aguadilla, PR to Arcilio and Monserrate (Oriol) Feliciano. He graduated from high school in 1967 and then proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force...
Clarence A Levan
Jul 29, 2014
Clarence A. Levan, age 78 of Lebanon, Ohio passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2014 in Franklin, OH. He was born on December 5, 1935 in Stoutsville, OH to the late Charles and Rosa (Strausbaugh) Levan. Clarence was the owner of Cedar Valley Plastics before retiring. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge for many years. He is survived by his loving...
Earl C. Herron
Jul 27, 2014
Herron Earl C. Herron, 92, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday July 27, 2014 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born September 13, 1921 in Athens County to the late George and Vonnie (Mace) Herron. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War II. He is survived by children, Sandra (Terry) Green and Diane (Dan) Binner both of Lancaster,...
Ronald J Fitz
Jul 27, 2014
Fitz Ronald “Jamie†Fitz, age 43, of Lancaster, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2014 at his residence. He was born in South Bend, Indiana on July 11, 1971. He is survived by his father, Ron G. (Cherie) Fitz; mother, Carolyn “Sue†(Bud) Seitz; brothers and sisters, Darren Steven (Andrea) Fitz, Melissa (Christopher) Moore, Bobbie (Richard) Cox, David (Chastity) Braman, Anthony (Aprille)...
John W. Sharp
Jul 24, 2014
John W. Sharp, 72, of Amanda, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2014 after a short illness with Kidney and Lung Cancer. He was born February 11, 1942 in Amanda and was the son of Alford Vance and Helen Louise (VanFossen) Sharp. John’s great love for farming and family times were his world along with his passion for dancing. He is survived...
James A. Rizer
Jul 13, 2014
James A. Rizer, 49, of Lancaster, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014 at the Pickering House. He was born January 13, 1965 and was the son of Thomas Robinson and Diana Rizer. James is survived by a son, Skyler and a daughter, Haley; mother, Diana Giffen; brothers, Thomas Robinson of Oklahoma and Togarmah (Tina) Robinson of Lancaster; sister, Michelle Heise of...
James J. Hoon
Jul 13, 2014
James J. “Jim†Hoon, 78, of Canal Winchester passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014 at Mt. Carmel East. He was born March 3, 1936 in Columbus and was the son of the late James Richard and Bessie (Bailes) Hoon. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a self employed carpenter. Jim is survived by his wife, Anita (Potter) Hoon; children, Stephanie (George)...
Kenneth K. Kellenbarger
Jul 1, 2014
Kenneth K. Kellenbarger, 66, of Lancaster, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, July 1, 2014. He was born September 20, 1947 in Lancaster and was the son of Dwight W. and Harriett (Clark) Kellenbarger. Kenny was retired from Cyril-Scott after 44 years of service. He was an avid bowler and a member of the Ohio Bowling Council Hall of Fame and the Southeastern...
Macel E. Roark
Jun 30, 2014
Macel E. Roark, 83, life long resident of Royalton, passed away Monday, June 30, 2014 at her residence. She was born February 8, 1931 in Wilkesboro, North Carolina and was the daughter of the late Alex and Lona (Royal) Prevette. Macel was the former pastor at the United Pilgrim Church in Royalton. She loved quilting and crocheting for family and friends. She was an...
Oliver Thomas Lutz
Jun 25, 2014
Oliver Thomas Lutz, 87, of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born February 2, 1927 in Lancaster and was the son of the late Oliver and Ida (Rutter) Lutz. Oliver was a WWII veteran serving in the U.S. Army and was a retired electrician from Anchor Hocking. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca (Blankenship)...
Ruby J. Hunter
Jun 14, 2014
Ruby J. Hunter, 82, of Lancaster, passed away Saturday, June14, 2014 at Stimmell Elderly Care in Lancaster. She was born August 5, 1931 in Fleming Co., Kentucky and was the daughter of the late Wilson and Bessie (Grose) Thompson. Ruby was a long time member of Mt. Zion U.M. Church and was a former secretary for Dr. Blosser DDS. in Lancaster. She...
Don Sharp Jr.
Jun 14, 2014
Don Sharp, Jr., 67, of Amanda, went home to be with the Lord with his loved ones by his side on Saturday, June 14, 2014. He was born January 4, 1947, in Lancaster and was the son of the late Don and Nana (Cordle) Sharp Sr. Don was a 1965 graduate and co-valedictorian of Amanda-Clearcreek High School and served as a State...
Helen L. Frayer
Jun 13, 2014
Helen L. Frayer, 58, of Lancaster, passed away Friday, June 13, 2014 at Homestead Center surrounded by her family. She was born June 2, 1956 in Williamson, West Virginia and was the daughter of Floyd and Helen (Hayes) Estepp. She was a registered nurse and ordained minister through the Church of God. Helen is survived by her husband, Ed Frayer; mother, Helen...
James H. Eismon
Jun 10, 2014
James H. Eismon, 69, of Lancaster, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on July 13, 1944 in Lancaster to the late William and Emma (Spires) Eismon. He worked both as an ironworker with local 172, as well as a miner in the coal industry for many years. James was an entertainer, and he played in numerous...
