Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Fairfield County, Ohio

Nicholas Scott Grandominico

Nicholas Scott Grandominico

Jul 7, 2021

Nicholas Scott Grandominico, 34, died unexpectedly Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at home. He was born January 3, 1987 in Lancaster, Ohio the son of Scott E. Grandominico and Tracey L. Courtright. Nick was a 2006 graduate of Fairfield Union High School and was a supervisor at Danimal Installation. Nick is survived by his father, Scott (Debbie) Grandominico; mother, Tracey (Dean)...

Jamey L. O'Rourke

Jamey L. O'Rourke

Jul 7, 2021

Jamey L. O'Rourke, Lancaster passed into eternal life on July 7th 2021 at Riverside Hospital Columbus, Ohio. He was born January 6th 1959 in Evansville, Indiana to the late Thomas J. O'Rourke and Hazel (Earley) O'Rourke. Jamey is survived by his daughter, Ashlie O'Rourke of Lancaster; sons, Samuel (Sammy) O'Rourke and Joseph (Jojo) O'Rourke of Lancaster; step-son Jimmy (Carrie) Long...

Fred Charles Hyme

Fred Charles Hyme

Jul 4, 2021

The City of Lancaster lost one of the original Outdoorsman/Entrepreneurs. Frederick “Fred” Charles Hyme, 69, of Lancaster, died peacefully Sunday, July 4, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center with his family by his side. He was born December 1, 1951 in Lancaster, Ohio the son of Wilford F. and Ellen A. (Kilbarger) Hyme. Fred was a 1970 graduate of Lancaster High...

Alvin Winfield Howdyshell

Alvin Winfield Howdyshell

Jun 21, 2021

Alvin Winfield Howdyshell, age 96, walked into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on June 21, 2021. Alvin was born on July 25, 1924 to Ivan and Dora (Householder) Howdyshell. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy where he served in WWII. After leaving the Navy, he married the love of his life, Mary Lois...

Janet Esther Hutchison

Janet Esther Hutchison

Jun 19, 2021

Janet Esther (Howarth) Hutchison was born in Cleveland, Ohio on May 22, 1929 to Frances Esther (Wells) Howarth and Dr. Ralph Percival Howarth, the third of four children. She died on June 19, 2021 at Altercare in Thornville, Ohio. Janet studied Animal Husbandry at The Ohio State University. She married Joseph E. Hutchison on August 19, 1950. They raised four...

Marcella Jean Fisher

Marcella Jean Fisher

Jun 7, 2021

Marcella Jean Good Fisher, 94, went home to her Heavenly Father, dying peacefully the evening of June 7, surrounded by children and grandchildren. Marcella was born August 25, 1926 to Ellis and Kathryn (Stemen) Good, the oldest of five girls. In 1948, she married Freeman Dale Fisher, who died in 1980. Together they owned a farm and raised six children:...

Deanna Gail Krey

Deanna Gail Krey

Jun 3, 2021

Deanna Gail Krey, 40, died unexpectedly, Thursday, June 3, 2021. She was born August 25, 1980 in Detroit, Michigan. Deanna was a 1998 graduate of Lancaster High School and was an outstanding cosmetologist having worked in a variety of salons. She was the official hairdresser for all of her friends and family. Deanna is survived by her maternal grandfather, Gerald...

Nancy K. Curnell

Nancy K. Curnell

Jun 2, 2021

Nancy K. Curnell, 65, of Baltimore, died Wednesday, June 2, 2021. She was born May 3, 1956 in Columbus, Ohio the daughter of Carl Lloyd and Freda Catherine (Bevard) Bolen. She is survived by children, David Curnell, Mike Curnell, Crystal Pittman, Cristin Elliott and Dustin Shook; 14 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; siblings, Lowanna (Alan) Persinger, Suzanne Shook, Penny (Terry) Starkey, Michael...

Leo August Schmelzer

Leo August Schmelzer

May 31, 2021

Leo August Schmelzer, 86, passed into eternal life May 31, 2021. He was born October 4, 1934 in Bremen, Ohio the son of Leo Sr. and Loretta (Wisenberger) Schmelzer. He was a member of the Little Flock Charismatic Prayer Group, where he served faithfully for many years. He was a lifelong farmer in the Bremen area. Leo is survived by...

Norma Jean Jones

Norma Jean Jones

May 23, 2021

Norma Jean Jones was born August 7, 1928 to Victor and Carrie (Dent) Hubbard. She graduated in 1946 from Rushcreek Memorial High School. On September 1, 1948, she married Rothel “Tweet” Jones. Norma passed away on May 23, 2021 at the age of 92. Norma is survived by sons, Ronald (Carol) and Thomas (Kathe) Jones; grandsons, Thomas C. (Kimberly), Andrew...

Ake Erryn Shick

Ake Erryn Shick

May 16, 2021

Heaven has gained another beautiful soul – Drake Erryn Shick, age 24 of Bremen, entered eternal peace and happiness Sunday, May 16, 2021, just one day before her 25th birthday. Drake was born May 17, 1996, in Lancaster to Annette Winegardner and Chris Shick. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She was kind, generous, and would...

Florence Rafter Gibson

Florence Rafter Gibson

May 8, 2021

Florence Rafter Gibson (Flo) died peacefully in her sleep May 8, 2021. She had recently celebrated her 92nd birthday on April 27. She is survived by her children Frank (Sharon) Gibson, Shirley McClelland, Nancy Auger, Kathy (Don) Maloney, Brian Gibson. Grand children Addy (Danny) Madorsky, Ian (Amanda) McClelland, Hannah (Kurt) McClelland, DJ Auger, Katelyn Maloney, Dillan Maloney, Frankie Gibson and...

Lowell Tom Tipton

Lowell Tom Tipton

Apr 21, 2021

Lowell “Tom” Tipton, 87, of Rushville, Ohio passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2021. He was born March 28, 1934 in Royalton, Ohio the son of Kenneth and Freda (Anders) Tipton. Tom was a 1953 graduate of Rushville Union High School. He was a veteran of the US Army. He retired from Diamond Power after 30 years. He loved fishing, gardening...

Robert J Ellis

Robert J Ellis

Apr 18, 2021

Robert J. Ellis Jr., of Lancaster, 70, died Sunday, April 18, 2021. He was born February 28, 1951 in Elkhart, Indiana the son of Robert J. Sr and Phyllis J. (Earick) Ellis. Robert was a 1969 graduate of White Pigeon High School and had worked for Owens-Illinois Plastic. Robert is survived by his sons, Jeffrey Ellis of Sturgis, Michigan, Jason...

Brian K. Ashbaugh Sr.

Brian K. Ashbaugh Sr.

Apr 1, 2021

Brian K. Ashbaugh Sr., 50, of Lancaster, died April 1, 2021 at Mount Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital. Brian was born May 4, 1970 in Lancaster, Ohio the son of Merle and Gerry Ashbaugh. Brian was a 1989 graduate of Fairfield Union High School and had been working at Glass Floss in Lancaster. Brian was a member of the Salem Chapel...

Judith Katherine Marie Marcum

Judith Katherine Marie Marcum

Mar 28, 2021

Judith Katherine Marie Marcum, 57, of Junction City, Ohio died unexpectedly on Sunday, March 28, 2021. She was born July 6, 1963 in Columbus, Ohio. Judy was a graduate of Westland High School, Columbus and Bliss College where she received her associates degree in accounting. She was currently the Practice Manager for her daughter’s business, Positive Wellness. Judy is survived...

Jenna Marie Knox

Jenna Marie Knox

Mar 21, 2021

Jenna Marie Knox, 37, of Pleasantville died unexpectedly Sunday, March 21, 2021 at her home. She was born March 7, 1984 in Columbus, Ohio. Jenna was a graduate of Lancaster High School and had recently worked for Mike Springer and Pacer’s Restaurant in Pleasantville. Jenna is survived by her mother, Ginger Nichols; her father, Jeffrey (Carisa) Knox; sister, Markie (John)...

Nancy La Verne Hartman

Nancy La Verne Hartman

Mar 16, 2021

Nancy La Verne Hartman, 85, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 surrounded by her family. She was born May 13, 1935 in Lancaster, Ohio the daughter of Herbert and Esther Mae (Hayden) Soles. She was a graduate of Lancaster High School and had worked as head bookkeeper at the Farmer Citizens Bank, Rushville and...

Francis P Bope

Francis P Bope

Mar 12, 2021

Francis P. Bope, 95, of Rushville, died Friday, March 12, 2021 at the Pickering House. He was born June 2, 1925 in Rushville, Ohio the son of Robert and Emma (Miller) Bope. Francis was a graduate of Rushville High School and farmed his entire career in the Rushville area. - He was a member of the Rushcreek Presbyterian Church and...

Doris Wavlene Byers

Doris Wavlene Byers

Feb 25, 2021

Doris Wavlene Byers, 80, of Lancaster, died suddenly Thursday, February 25, 2021. She was born August 19, 1940 in Lancaster, Ohio the daughter of Paul H. and Faye (Campbell) Fisher. Doris was a 1958 graduate of Lancaster High School and had worked Frear Insurance. Doris is survived by 2 sons, Tim Byers and Christopher (Elaine) Byers; 4 grandchildren, Blake, Angie,...