obituaries

Jan 7, 2026

Vicki Sue Gorrell, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 1/7/2026 at 5:54 AM in her home surrounded by her cherished family.

Born June 12, 1953, Vicki grew up in Pennsville, Ohio. She graduated with honors from Muskingum Area Technical College with an associate degree in Accounting. She launched and managed a...

Jan 7, 2026

George A. Roe, 75, of McConnelsville, passed away on Weds, Jan. 7, 2026 at his residence.  He was born on Oct. 2, 1950 in Marietta, Ohio to the late Paul and Francis Strauss Roe.  He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam and worked as an IBEW Electrician, retiring from New River Electrical.  He is survived...

Jan 4, 2026

George M. Tharp, 78, of Lakeland Florida, passed away on Sun, Jan. 4, 2026 at the Highland Oaks Nursing Home in McConnelsville.  He was born on April 20, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Maywood and Charlene Higgins Tharpe.  He worked as a welder for the Pipe Welders and Iron Workers Union in Florida and Ohio.  He is...

Dec 31, 2025

Edward A. Hatzer, 51, of Cedar Park, Texas, formerly of Columbus, passed away on Wednesday Dec.31, 2025, at his home. He was born on February 3, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Clarence "Ed" Hatzer and Ellen Kay Hill Hatzer. Anthony was a devoted son, brother, father, and friend. Known for his strong work ethic and generous heart,...

Dec 26, 2025

Trent E. Walker Jr., 37 of Stewart, passed away on Fri, Dec. 26, 2025.  He was born on Nov. 8, 1988, in Columbus, Ohio, to Trent Walker Sr. and Delicia Davis Wall.  He is survived by his parents, both of Columbus; a daughter, Aaliyah Mayle of Athens; a brother, Kalib Walker of Columbus; and five sisters, Samara Walker, Shanikqua...

Dec 24, 2025

Regina G. Limings, 62, of Chesterhill, passed away on Weds, Dec. 24, 2025 at her residence.  She was born on Nov. 2, 1963 in Columbus to the late Gene and Ruby Chaffins Helms.  She is survived by her sig. other, Greg Massie of the home, 2 sons, Daryl Limings of Thornville and Michael Limings of Lancaster, a ½ brother,...

Dec 21, 2025

William Blake Matheny, 56, of Guysville, passed away on Sun, Dec. 21, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family and friends.  He was born on May 17, 1969 in Athens to William and Marcella Fravee Matheny.  He worked as a carpenter building and remodeling houses and enjoyed his family, working on old cars, and building things.  He is...

Dec 20, 2025

Helen L. Jepsen 91, of Malta, passed away December 20 ,2025 at her home.  She was born July 16, 1934 in New Lexington. She  owned Kilbourne Sohio in Hilliard with her husband, Kilbourne General Store in Reinersville, and retired from selling Stanley Home Products after 56 years. She loved all things smiley face, and never met a stranger and...

Dec 15, 2025

Wanda Faye Tate, 83, of Canal Winchester, passed away Dec. 15, 2025, at her residence. She was born Nov. 23, 1942, to the late William C. Smith and Jessie Hill Smith in Chesterhill, OH.  She was a member of the New Faith Church in Canal Winchester. She is survived by a son, James Brian Tate of Canal Winchester; a...

Dec 14, 2025

Richard L. Burchett, 73, of Stockport, passed away on Sun, Dec. 14, 2025 at his residence.  He was born on April 18, 1952 in Beverly, Ohio to the late James and Doris Alltop Burchett.  He worked in the Maintenance department for the Fort Frye School System.  He is survived by a son, James Burchett of Waterford, 2 daughters, Stephanie...

Dec 8, 2025

Leilani (Liane) Webb, age 32, of McConnelsville, Ohio, passed away on December 8, 2025. Born on July 10, 1993, she was the daughter of the late Ralph Webb Jr. and Alvina Webb.

Leilani graduated from Morgan High School in 2012 and later attended MRDD in McConnelsville for several years before transferring to It's Your Choice Adults Day...

Dec 8, 2025

Robert Carl "RC" Lauer, 68, of Stockport, passed away on December 8th, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born September 4th, 1957, he was the son of the late Wayne and Phyllis Lauer. He was preceded in death by his parents and his infant daughter, Kelsey. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Teresa; his daughters, Whitney (Bob)...

Dec 7, 2025

Linda Woodyard, 69, of Reynoldsburg, passed away on Sun, Dec. 7, 2025.  She was born on April 10, 1956 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Carlos and Frieda Newburn Scott.  She was a member of the East Point Christian Church in Black Lick.  She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Marvin Woodyard of the home and a...

Dec 4, 2025

Randy J. Norris, 53, of Chesterhill, OH. passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born April, 21, 1972 in Nelsonville, OH to the late Clyde E. Norris and Peggy J. Norris. He was a Superintendent for Lang Masonry. He worked up until his health no longer allowed him. Randy enjoyed...

Dec 3, 2025

Patricia A. Roberts 90, of McConnelsville passed away December 3, 2025 at Highland Oaks in McConnelsville. She was born January 22, 1935 in Morgan County the daughter of the late, Leonard Earich and Bonnie Davis Earich.  She was a farmer and a housewife. She is survived by her children, Carol Roberts and Randy Roberts;  grandchildren; nieces and nephews. In...

Nov 30, 2025

Patricia L. Miller, 85, of Cutler, passed away Sun. Nov. 30, 2025, at her residence. She was born July 2, 1940 to the late William and Sarah Faye Mayle in Lathrope, OH. She was a homemaker, loved her little dog Maggie and her flowers. She is survived by her husband, Delbert "Lee" Miller of the home; 4 sons, Henry...

Nov 29, 2025

David Edward Mays, 79, of McConnelsville passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born December 21, 1945 in Akron, Ohio. He joined the  U. S. Air Force. After serving, he worked various jobs as a laborer. He had a full life and loved gardening, farming, concerts, festivals, fishing, and cruising. He...

Nov 27, 2025

Donna E. Rainer, 75, of Beverly, passed away Thurs. Nov. 27, 2025 at Waterview Point Nursing Home in Marietta. She was born June 22, 1950 to the late Orville and Cathy Shortridge Ball in West Virginia. She is survived by her son, Randy Montgomery; 2 sisters, Carol Robinette and Patricia Myers; 4 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. She is preceded...

Nov 26, 2025

Grovner Lucas, 73, of Stewart, passed away Wed. Nov. 26, 2025 at O'Bleness Hospital in Athens, OH. He was born Sept. 9, 1952 to the late Leo and Hulda Mayle Lucas in Cutler, OH. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Pam Walker Lucas of the home; son, Jesse Lucas of Marietta; daughter, LaToya Clark of Stewart;...

Nov 22, 2025

Theodore A. Drake 68, of Somerset, passed away at 9:40 a.m. November 22, 2025 at Fair Hope Hospice in Lancaster. He was born September 29, 1957 in Canton, Ohio the son of the late, Milton Drake and Gladys Starling Drake. He was a welder for  Xigent Company and loved to hunt and fish  and was restoring an old Ford...