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Larry Todd Morris, 60, of Lexington, KY, formerly of Ames Township, passed away on Monday, December 4th, 2023, at his home. He was born on September 24th, 1963, in Nelsonville, Ohio, to the late Wanda Keirns Morris and Larry Morris of Millfield, Ohio. Todd, as he was fondly known, led a vibrant life filled with love and joy. He graduated from Federal Hocking High School and embarked on a successful career as a master electrician and businessman. His professional journey was marked by his drive for excellence in construction and his dedication and skill, earning him the respect of colleagues and friends alike. Outside of work, Todd found immense joy in simple pleasures. Gardening and...

Michael A. Weiser, of Athens, passed unexpectedly on December 1, 2023. He is the son of Wendy Weiser of Athens and Arthur Nelson, Jr. "Bud" Weiser of Butler Township. He was born Nov. 4, 1961 in Dayton. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife Mary Ann Welsh, his son Ben Weiser, Ben's mother Gina Green, his sister Dawn Weiser, his stepmother Connie Weiser and stepdaughters Hannah Baker and Kaitlin Baker. He was a graduate of Beavercreek High School, University of Cincinnati, and his beloved Ohio University. Michael was a man of many words. He had a passion for life and never met a stranger. He previously enjoyed guiding prospective medical students in their research at...

Phillip Steven Hewitt, 36, of Athens died Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023 at his home. Born Jan. 13, 1987 in Athens, he is the son of Steven Arthur Hewitt and Mary Beth Coffman Hewitt of The Plains. A graduate of Athens High School. Phillip enjoyed playing football and baseball throughout his life. The biggest Steelers fan in Ohio. He enjoyed the outdoors, playing pool, target shooting / reloading, wood working and was an excellent mechanic, he had been employed at Athens Mold and Machine and Lowe's of Athens. Phillip is survived by his parents; a sister, Bethany (Brandon) Lackey of Stewart; three brothers, Derrick Hewitt, Shawn Hewitt and Christopher Hewitt all of The Plains; also surviving are...

Cynthia Lee Barragan, 65, of Athens passed away early Wednesday morning, Nov. 29, 2023 at her home. Born Feb. 1, 1958 in Pittsburgh, PA, she is the daughter of George Pappas of Bradenton, FL and the late Martha Murray Hynus. A graduate of Amos Alonzo Stagg High School in Chicago, she also graduated from Hocking College and Ohio University, where she received a degree in nursing and police science. She volunteered as a Special Deputy for the Athens County Sheriff. As a skillful cook was head chef at Sergio's Supreme Court on Court St. in Athens in the 90's. A talented artist, she also enjoyed arts and crafts, gardening, and interior designing. Her larger than life personality and sense of...

Norma Lee Grubb, age 93, of Jackson formerly of Athens died Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023 at Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus. Born March 15, 1930 in Chauncey, she was the daughter of the late Rye Cunningham and Lena Watkins Cunningham. A graduate of Chauncey-Dover High School, she was employed at McBee Corp. and Heck's Department Store both in Athens for several years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Athens, the Mother's Club and the Athens Boat & Ski Club. She enjoyed crafts, her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren. Norma is survived by a daughter, Jody Clark of Jackson; a son & daughter in law, Michael "Mike" &...

Martin Dikis unexpectedly passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 18, 2023. Martin was born in August of 1946 in a displaced persons camp in Germany to Olgerts and Alma Dikis, who escaped from Latvia during World War II. After the family immigrated to the United States in 1951, Martin grew up in Waverly, Ohio and graduated from Waverly High School and Ohio University. He served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War era. Martin worked at Athens County Job and Family Services until his retirement in 2009. Martin loved and was deeply loved by his family. He was also an avid golfer and golf ball collector. He was a prolific reader and, in his retirement, joined the board of...

Irwin Ungar, retired Professor Emeritus of Environmental and Plant Biology at Ohio University, died early Saturday morning, Nov. 18, 2023, at The Laurels of Athens. Born on Jan. 21, 1934, in New York, NY, he was the son of the late Isidore Ungar and Gertrude Fagales Ungar. Dr. Ungar's academic endeavors began at the City College of New York where he received his BS in Biology. He received his Master of Arts in 1957 and Doctor of Philosophy in 1961, both from the University of Kansas. He was an Instructor at the University of Rhode Island and Assistant Professor at Quincy College, prior to joining the Faculty at Ohio University in 1966. He retired from Ohio University in 2003, a 38 year...

Wendy Ann Walker, age 29, of Athens died unexpectedly Nov. 17, 2023 in Athens. Born Nov. 28, 1993, in Anderson, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Frank "Kenny" Walker and Kathryn "Kate" Kovaleski Ford and her stepfather Doug Ford of Athens. She was a graduate of Nelsonville-York High School and Tri-County JVS. She attended Athens Goodwill Activity and Training Center and Building Bridges Adult Center of Athens. Wendy enjoyed four wheeling, weekends with her sisters, and her many friends at DayHab. She loved animals, especially her Guinea Pigs Snuggles, Patches and Oreo, and her cat Princess. Wendy is survived by her mother and step father, Kate and Doug Ford; four sisters,...

Roger William Hawk, 86, of Athens, met his Lord and Savior on November 14, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born in Athens, Ohio on March 15, 1937. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Ellen (Porter) Hawk, his parents Herbert and Freda Hawk, and a brother Emerson Hawk. He is survived by his children Suzanne (Mark) Guda of Athens, Sheryl Hawk of Lancaster, Ronald Hawk of Athens, and Matthew Hawk of Albany. He is also survived by ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Roger was a graduate of Shade High School and Columbus Business College. After graduation, he was an accountant for Borden's before becoming the owner and manager of the KOA Campground in Logan, Ohio. ...

Roger William Hawk, 86, of Athens, met his Lord and Savior on November 14, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born in Athens, Ohio on March 15, 1937. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Ellen (Porter) Hawk, his parents Herbert and Freda Hawk, and a brother Emerson Hawk. He is survived by his children Suzanne (Mark) Guda of Athens, Sheryl Hawk of Lancaster, Ronald Hawk of Athens, and Matthew Hawk of Albany. He is also survived by ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Roger was a graduate of Shade High School and Columbus Business College. After graduation, he was an accountant for Borden's before becoming the owner and manager of the KOA Campground in Logan, Ohio. ...

Gerald Rubin, D.O., died at the age of 91 on November 12, 2023. He was born in Buffalo, New York to parents Isadore and Sophia Rubin. His three siblings are deceased. His wife, Sue and two sons, Brad (Julia) Rubin and Dan (Michelle) Rubin survive him. The oldest son Sloan Rubin is deceased. He is also survived by six grandchildren. Dr. Rubin was in family practice in Dayton for 30 years and then taught for 30 years at the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Ohio University. He enjoyed tennis and gardening, but was most passionate about his family and medicine. Private family services will be held at Alexander Cemetery, Athens. Arrangements are with Jagers & Sons Funeral Home,...

Edgar Arthur Hurst, age 92, of Nelsonville, died Nov. 10, 2023 at The Embassy of Logan. He was a former resident of the Athens and The Plains. Born Dec. 24, 1930, in Columbus, he was the son of the late Orland Luther Hurst and Almeda Rathburn Hurst. Edgar worked as a union carpenter for thirty-five years and eighteen years as a retail clerk at Kroger in Athens. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by his seven children, Patricia Ann, Wilhelm Edgar, Shiela Jane, Phillis Arliena, Terisa Lou, Leisa Sue, and Cinthia Jean; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; a special nephew Keith (Christy) Young and his family; and a special friend Wyona "Onie" Puckett....

Doris F. Foreman, age 92, of Athens, died November 8, 2023, at The Laurels of Athens. Born April 22, 1931, in Akron, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Huldah Barnhouse Haning. Doris was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church, Athens. She is survived by her two daughters Brenda (Larry) Lambert and Debbie Lawrence, four grandchildren Ian (Vicky) Lambert, Jessica (Payton) Vicknair, Todd Lawrence, and Zach Lawrence, and four great grandchildren, Olivia Lambert and Braxton, Liza, and Vance Vicknair. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Roger Foreman in 1997, one sister, and five brothers. Private services will be held at the convenience...

Ned Wayne Jones, a proud United States Army Veteran, was welcomed into heaven on November 2, 2023. Born 76 years ago on March 9, 1947 in Martins Ferry, Ohio, he began his adventures as a "Boy from Bulltown", which he authored chronicling his various endeavors. A modern day Renaissance man, Ned did everything with exuberance, grit, and drive. He was the proud founder of Twin Oaks Refrigeration and worked there daily until his last retirement in 2012. Ned was cherished and loved by his wife of 56 years, Debbie. Together they traveled the world and made a difference to anyone they met. Ned was a proud dad to 5 children, Dawn (Jerry) Green, Tabitha (Andy) Bond, Joshua (Katja) Jones, Michelle...

Richard E. Tomsu, age 91, of Shade, died Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023 at The Wyngate Senior Living Community, Parkersburg, WV. Son of the late Edward W. Tomsu and Katherine Sophia Reiner Tomsu, he was born Jan. 28, 1932 in Elkhart, IN. He was an organic farmer and was a longtime member of the Athens Farmer's Market. He taught at the University of Wyoming and Ohio University. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War. Rich is survived by two step daughters, Laura Fugate Blake and Ann Fugate Brooks; grandchildren; great grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Ann Roth of Hendersonville, NC and Beverly Dezort of Athens; and a niece and a nephew. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by his...

Richard J. Mottl, Retired Lt. Colonel U.S. Army, age 84, died Monday, Oct. 30, 2023 at The Laurels of Athens. Born May 25, 1939 in Cleveland, he was the son of the late Frank Mottl and Vlasta Cerny Mottl. A 1957 graduate of John Adams High School in Cleveland, he received his bachelor's degree from Ohio University and his master's degree from the Naval War College in Newport, RI. He served in the U.S. Army for 25 years retiring in 1987. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with Valor. He was the Professor of Military Science with Reserve Officer's Training Corps at Ohio University (the same program he completed for his bachelor's degree at OU and...

Karen Buckley, 61, of The Plains OH, passed away unexpectedly on October 30, 2023 at her home. She was a dearly beloved Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Aunt who will be missed beyond description. Born December 28, 1961, she was the daughter of Jerry L. Yates and the late Nancy Shields Cox. She was a graduate of Athens High School and attended Hocking College in Nelsonville. She married Chuck Buckley of Athens on December 31, 1979 and they started their family with their first born son, Derek, in December 1981. Ryan was born in February 1984, Trace was born in March 1986, and Sean was born in January 1990. Once the children were in school, Karen began working in the...

James Morgan Stewart, age 72, of Athens, Ohio, died on Sunday October 8, 2023, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. He had an extended illness. Born November 8,1950 in Athens, Ohio, he was the son of the late Joseph and Joan Gandee Stewart. Jim was a retired Colonel with the U.S. Army. He entered retirement in 2003 after 30 years of service in both active military and reserves. He served most of his time in Germany and German became his primary language. He graduated from Athens High School and Ohio University taking ROTC. He was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in Field Artillery on June 9,1973. He served at several bases including Ft Sill, OK, Ft Stewart, GA, Defense language...

Robert G. Dailey, age 87, of The Plains, formerly of Grand Park Blvd., Athens, died Saturday morning, Oct. 7, 2023 at The Lindley Inn, The Plains. Born Oct. 23, 1935 in Athens, he was the son of the late Earl Dailey and Mabel Hawk Dailey. A 1953 graduate of Athens High School, he retired from American Electric Power after many years of service. He was an active member of the former Athens Church of the Nazarene, where he participated in the church choir. He had been attending The Plains United Methodist Church. He enjoyed antique cars, walking, riding his bike, and working in his yard. He was a member of Jan's Fans, Athens Senior Citizens and Albany Senior Citizens. Bob is survived by...

Carolyn L. Calentine, 88, of Athens, Ohio passed away peacefully, Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at her home after an extended illness. Born January 6, 1935 in Chillicothe, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen Rost Leyme. Carolyn graduated from Chillicothe High School and Hocking College. She retired from Columbia Gas after 22 years of service. Carolyn (Suzi to some) was generous, kind and compassionate, always willing to help family, friends or those in need. She was an active member of the Amesville Presbyterian Church up until the time of her illness. Her last wish was to attend church, which was fulfilled three days prior to her death. Over the years she...

Theodore Patrick Sauber passed away peacefully at home, October 1, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Born December 31, 1933 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Ted and Mollie Sauber. Pat graduated from Barberton High School in 1951 and served in the U.S. Army for four years. He then went on to graduate from Akron University in 1962 and married Carol Goodridge. Pat worked at Higbee's Department Store in Cleveland for ten years before buying a McDonald's franchise in 1972 in Athens, Ohio where he owned and operated several stores until his retirement in 1998. Pat is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Carol; sister, Corrine Rakoci; brother-inlaw, Howard Cooperider; children, Theodore "Kurt"...