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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. 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

Jeffrey B. Stickdorn, died unexpectedly on Sunday, August 13th, 2023. Although he departed from us sooner than we were ready for, he went out enjoying life and doing what he loves. A beer in his hand and joking with his family about to enjoy a beautiful day on his cherished boat, The Honey Badger. We all know he didn't give a crap. He was an avid fan of the Cincinnati Bearcats and a member of the local VFW Post 3761 in Baltimore, Ohio. He graduated from Sheridan High School in 1974 and Ohio Northern University with a Bachelor of Arts in 1978. He went on to be hired by Bob Evans and climbed to the rank of Director of Operations. He retired after 41 loyal years. He was born on December 5th,...

John D. Meese, age 81, passed away June 16th at Adena Medical Center, Chillicothe OH, due to sudden illness. He was born in Troy, NY to Clarence Ray Meese and Virginia Elizabeth Kelley Meese. Survived by loving wife Jane Cannizzaro Meese, son C. Ray Meese, daughter-in-law Deborah Meese, grandson John Daniel Meese, sisters-in-law Ardis Kelley and Jennifer Bolen, brothers-in-law John and Richard Cannizzaro, nephews James Kelley (Cathy), John Kelley (Rosita), Michael Kelley (Ruth), niece Kelly Kelley, and his cat buddy Patches. Preceded in death by his parents, his brother James M. Kelley, and his brother-in-law Charles E. Bolen. John was senior professor at DeVry University in the...

John D. Meese, age 81, passed away June 16th at Adena Medical Center, Chillicothe OH, due to sudden illness. He was born in Troy New York to Clarence Ray Meese and Virginia Elizabeth Kelley Meese. Survived by loving wife Jane Cannizzaro Meese, son C. Ray Meese, daughter-in-law Deborah Meese, grandson John Daniel Meese, sisters-in-law Ardis Kelley and Jennifer Bolen, brothers-in-law John and Richard Cannizzaro, nephews James Kelley (Cathy), John Kelley (Rosita), Michael Kelley (Ruth), and Anthony Cannizzaro, nieces Kelly Kelley and Kimberly Cannizzaro, and his cat buddy Patches. Preceded in death by his parents, his brother James M. Kelley, and his brother-in-law Charles E. Bolen. John...

John D. Meese, age 81, passed away June 16th at Adena Medical Center, Chillicothe OH, due to sudden illness. He was born in Troy New York to Clarence Ray Meese and Virginia Elizabeth Kelley Meese. Survived by loving wife Jane Cannizzaro Meese, son C. Ray Meese, daughter-in-law Deborah Meese, grandson John Daniel Meese, sisters-in-law Ardis Kelley and Jennifer Bolen, brothers-in-law John and Richard Cannizzaro, nephews James Kelley (Cathy), John Kelley (Rosita), Michael Kelley (Ruth), Anthony Cannizzaro, nieces Kelly Kelley, Kimberly Cannizzaro, and his cat buddy Patches. Preceded in death by his parents, his brother James M. Kelley, and his brother-in-law Charles E. Bolen. John was...

Patrick "Joe" Tucker, age 66 of Logan, OH passed away November 14, 2022. He was born on April 12, 1956 to the late Alice and Patsy Tucker in Columbus, OH. He was a member of sheet metal workers Local #24 for 30 years retired and then became a school bus driver for the Logan-Hocking School district. He was a member of the Eagles, and the Moose Lodge. He enjoyed riding his motorcycles, tinkering, drones, computers, traveling, and above all, loved his family deeply. He was fiercely protective, stubborn, and had no filter and that's how he will be so greatly remembered and loved. He is survived by his children, Jason (Annie) Tucker, Jodi (Randy) Ross; grandchildren, Rylie, Emma, Jesse, and...

Pastor Richard O. Rothemich, age 71 of Lancaster, went t be with his Lord on Oct 17, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on Dec. 22, 1950 to the late Charles and Helen Smith Rothemich. He was a 1969 Lancaster High School graduate who became a United Methodist Minister after obtaining his Masters of Divinity at United Theological Seminary. He was a Pastor for various churches in Hocking, Miegs, Licking, Muskingum, and Pickaway Counties. He retired from Ringgold United Methodist Church in Nov 28, 2021. Pastor Rich loved spending time with his family especially if it involved watching the Red Sox. His amazing love for life and personality will be greatly missed by all. He is...

Joseph Anthony Sarsfield, 92, of Carroll, OH, has left this world to be with his Heavenly Father. Joseph was born on 10/05/29 in Fairmont, West Virginia to parents Thomas and Helen Sarsfield. His younger years were spent working on the family farm alongside his father and brothers. Joe proudly served his country in the Air Force while aiding democracy during the Berlin Airlift. After his military service, he attended Fairmont State College, where he earned his degree in Education. During college he frequently visited the local ice cream shop until he won the heart of the cute little "soda jerk" Joanne. He married Joanne, finished college and the two of them set out for a new adventure and...

Joseph Anthony Sarsfield, 92, of Carroll, OH, has left this world to be with his Heavenly Father. Joseph was born on 10/05/29 in Fairmont, West Virginia to parents Thomas and Helen Sarsfield. His younger years were spent working on the family farm alongside his father and brothers. Joe proudly served his country in the Air Force while aiding democracy during the Berlin Airlift. After his military service, he attended Fairmont State College, where he earned his degree in Education. During college he frequently visited the local ice cream shop until he won the heart of the cute little "soda jerk" Joanne. He married Joanne, finished college and the two of them set out for a new adventure and...

Capt. Michael L. Buckley, age 63 of Lancaster went to be with his Lord on Dec 15, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born in Zanesville on Oct 16, 1958. He retired as a Captain from the Southeastern Correctional Institution. He was a past 20 year member of the 1st Baptist Church and a current member of the Tree Church. He enjoyed being a member of the Ohio Honor Guard, loved spending time with his family, his personality and way of life will be greatly missed. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Janis Buckley; children, Stephen (Andrea) Buckley, Nathon Buckley, Brandon Sims, Nathan Sims, Austin Buckley, Conner (Emma) Buckley, Brianne Buckley, Jared Buckley, Alayna...

Capt. Michael L. Buckley, age 63 of Lancaster went to be with his Lord on Dec 15, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born in Zanesville on Oct 16, 1958. He retired as a Captain from the Southeastern Correctional Institution. He was a past 20 year member of the 1st Baptist Church and a current member of the Tree Church. He enjoyed being a member of the Ohio Honor Guard, loved spending time with his family, his personality and way of life will be greatly missed. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Janis Buckley; children, Stephen (Andrea) Buckley, Nathon Buckley, Brandon Sims, Nathan Sims, Austin Buckley, Conner (Emma) Buckley, Brianne Buckley, Jared Buckley, Alayna...

Eugene Thomas Konkler Jr. 70, of Lancaster, passed on October 21, 2021 doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle. He was born on Oct. 2, 1951 to the late Eugene and Bertha Konkler. He was an LHS graduate and a licensed steam engineer. He worked at the paper mill in Baltimore for 45 years and has had his motorcycle shop, Adrenaline Performance even longer. He literally fixed, owned, or rebuilt 1000s of bikes over the years and we will always be in awe of his knowledge. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Carol, who went into this marriage knowing that she would have to share custody of him with the garage. His two children, Christina (James) Nelms and James (Megan) Konkler who...

Gary D. Russell, age 77 of Carroll, formerly of Columbus died Sept. 12, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born to the late John Edmund Woodyard-Russell and Mabel Gertrude Ellis Russell in Ironton on May 15,1944. After graduating from Ironton, he served his country in he U.S. Air Force during Vietnam. He then worked 11 years for Greyhound and retired as an Electrical Systems Technician for the city of Columbus. He enjoyed old cars, especially Caprice Classics and could be found working in his yard, trimming, mowing and making everything right. Gary's personality and love for life will be greatly missed by all. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Pat Russell;...

Dorothy Hagerty Booth, age 100 years, of McArthur, Ohio, went to be with her Lord on July 30, 2021. She was born in Vinton County on December 26, 1920, to the late Andrew Joseph Hagerty and Bessie Molihan Hagerty. She studied Education at Rio Grand College, and was approached in the library one day during the summer session by another student, named George Booth. They began dating steadily, and were married on June 19, 1943. She taught for 14 1/2 years at Mound Hill School, Eagle Mills School, Wilton North School, and McArthur City Schools. Dorothy and George then co-founded Booth Real Estate and Insurance Agency, and she was eventually named Vinton County Businesswoman of the...

Katie Elizabeth (McKibben) Coates passed away on July 29, 2021, during an unfortunate accident while on vacation with her husband and his family. She was 33 years old. Katie was born on April 11, 1988, to Craig and Robin McKibben in Defiance, Ohio. She was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Defiance. True to her independent spirit, she left her home church during high school to attend First Baptist Church. Her faith continued to grow as she was able to participate in a mission trip to the Dominican Republic. While there, she was baptized (again) in the ocean. She was always delighted in that decision. In 2006, Katie graduated from Ayersville High School. While there,...