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Constance D. Dunnington, age 85 of Lancaster, passed away on May 3, 2025 at the Pickering House. She was born on July 21, 1939 in Bellefontaine, Ohio to the late Russel and Ragna (Erdahl) Cole. Connie dedicated her life to caring for her family and others as a registered nurse. She was a member of the Lions Club and Rushcreek First Presbyterian Church. In her free time, Connie enjoyed quilting, sewing, and being involved in her church. Connie is survived by her son, Robert Dunnington of Torrence, CA; grandchildren, Mitchell and Travis (Amber) Peer, and Daniel Dunnington; great-grandchildren, Haylie Fox, Jaxson Peer and Lucille Peer; sister, Paula (Rick) Kuempel; and many nieces and...

Jon Mark Gillespie, age 69 of Lancaster, passed away on March 6, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Athens, Ohio on June 1, 1955 to the late Robert D. and Sandy L. (Sanders) Gillespie. Upon graduation from Glouster High School, Mark proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He earned his Bachelor's degree from Adrian College, and previously owned and operated several restaurants. Mark worked at Southeastern Correctional Institution for many years. He was a devoted father and grandfather. Mark is survived by his sons, Sean Gillespie, Hayden (Amanda) Gillespie, and Tucker (Haley) Gillespie; grandchildren, Marley Lehman, Kolston, Lydia, Laiden, and Adrianna Gillespie; half-sister, Kris...

Helen L. (Denney) Heskett, age 93 of Lancaster, passed away on February 3, 2025 at Arbors at Carroll. She was born in Lancaster on October 13, 1931, daughter of the late Lorain and Irene (Lindsey) Denney. She owned and operated Heskett Upholstery for 46 years. She will be remembered for her dedication to her family, strong work ethic, and thriftiness. Helen is survived by sons, David and Anna Heskett of Lancaster, Wayne and Julie Heskett of Lancaster, and Timothy and Phyllis Heskett of Logan; over 50 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews, including special nieces, Kendra McCormick, and Linda Barnes, who spent many summers with Helen...

Mary L. Parsons, age 72 of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024. She was born in Nelsonville, Ohio on May 9, 1952 to the late Edwin and Audrey (Harris) Trowbridge. Mary was a 1970 graduate of Lancaster High School. In her free time, Mary enjoyed reading, browsing on her computer, and completing jigsaw puzzles. Mary is survived by her loving husband, Michael Parsons; daughter, Rebecca Parsons; son, Justin Parsons; grandchildren, Aizlynn, Jackson, and Sylas; as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her brothers, Denny, Gary, and Larry Joe Trowbridge, and sister, Debbie Gross. In honoring Mary's wishes, cremation is in...

Mary Catherine Conner, born January 27, 1929, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024 at her daughter's residence. Preceded in death by husband, James D. Conner, parents, Virgil and Mary Seesholtz, sister, Erma Smith, son-in-law, Larry Smith. Survived by son, Michael Conner, son, Daniel Conner, and daughter, Janice Smith; granddaughters, Jessica Hone, her husband, Jacob, and great-grandson, Ian Hone and Amy Maggard, her husband Rob, and great-granddaughter, Izabella; grandson, Heath Conner, his wife, Mayumi and great-granddaughter, Caty; sister, Evelyn McGee; as well as several nieces and nephews. In honoring Mary's wishes, there will be no public services. Burial will be in Floral...

Patrick J. O'Rourke, age 74 of Lancaster, passed away on June 2, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Cumberland, Maryland on March 14, 1950 to the late Raymond B. and Margaret (Hammersmith) O'Rourke. Pat was a graduate of Bishop Walsh High School and earned his Bachelors degree in Political Science from the University of Dayton in 1972, where he played on the football team. He was later inducted into the Western Maryland Athletic Hall of Fame for his accomplishments, and was a sportscaster for WCBC Radio in Cumberland, Maryland. Pat was an active member of Knights of Columbus and Rotary Club. He volunteered much of his free time to Fairhope Hospice and Palliative Care and also read to...

Mark Rothenberger, age 54, passed away in Lancaster, Ohio on April 11, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. He was born on May 31, 1969 to Gary and Jeanie Rothenberger. Mark attended Seneca, S.C. schools including Lander University in Greenwood. Mark proudly served in the Coast Guard for 8 years. Mark is survived by both of his parents, many cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Lon and Betty Perry and Floyd and Caroline Rothenberger, and his beloved dog, Jake. A Celebration of Life will be held this summer. In honoring Mark's wishes, cremation has taken place in the care of Sheridan Funeral Home. Donations may be made in Mark's honor to Fairhope Hospice and...

Raymond E. Whisman, age 78 of Lancaster, passed away on January 24, 2024 at Select Specialty Hospital in Newark, surrounded by loving family. He was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on January 15, 1946 to the late James and Dorothy (Smith) Whisman. Ray proudly served in the Army during Vietnam where he was a truck driver. He loved fishing, hunting, and most importantly, spending time with his family. Ray is survived by his loving wife, Naomi M. Whisman; children, Tim Holcomb, James (Stephanie) Whisman, and Andy (Jaime) Whisman; grandchildren, Stephen Holcomb, Brandon Holcomb, Owen Holcomb, Dalton James Whisman, Savanna Jo Whisman, Kelsea Judith Whisman, and Coyt Alexander Whisman; siblings, Alice...

Max E. Deaton, 76, of Lancaster passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at the Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on June 28, 1947 in Piqua, Ohio to the late Harold and Laura (Lewis) Deaton. Max served in the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam. Max the Sax as he was known, was a talented musician who performed all over Ohio. He was a member of DAV and the American Legion. Max enjoyed woodworking, refining antique furniture, metal work and models. Max is survived by his loving wife of 38 years Charlotte Deaton; children Georgia Newman, Scott Collins (Linda Brown), Shawn Deaton, Todd Deaton, Bobby Deaton (Amy Boyer); grandchildren Cortney Spears, Sasha Keaton (Cody), Andrew Deaton (Jessica),...

Theresa M. Tussing, age 54 of Amanda, passed away on October 18, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born in Groveport, Ohio on March 26, 1969 to the late Anthony and Mary Ann (Goetz) Bozich. Theresa enjoyed crocheting, knitting, and crafting. She loved all animals, especially her own, and was an avid fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes and Pittsburgh Steelers. Theresa is survived by her loving husband, Timothy Tussing, uncle, John (Bea) Goetz, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ron and Vivian Tussing, as well as 5 brothers-in-law, 2 sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In addition to her parents, Anthony and Mary Ann Bozich, Theresa is preceded in death by her brother,...

Leslie Keyes, age 75 of Lancaster, died on Monday, October 16, 2023 while in the care of Fairfield Medical Center. He was born March 10, 1948 in Logan, OH, son of Daniel and Juanita (McCollister) Keyes. He had an especially close relationship with his grandfather Frank Keyes who passed August 1973. He was an accountant, avid football fan, and a US Army Medic from 1969 to 1970 in the 45th Medical Battalion. A lifelong Buckeyes fan, he loved watching Ohio State play on Saturdays with his dog, Missy (Gizmo) right beside him. He is survived by his children, Jaime (Andy) Wiseman, Patricia (Dosty) Hedges, Alicia (Aaron) Johnson, Jennifer, Timothy, and Audrey Keyes; grandchildren, Cora and Gage...

Dianne L. (Rine) Dunbar, age 71 of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2023 at the Pickering House surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous four-year battle with pancreatic cancer. Her spirit is now at peace as she sits with Jesus Christ. She was born in Newark, Ohio on June 20, 1952 to the late Perry H. Rine and Lottie P. (Banks) Rine. She graduated from West Holmes High School and went on to study nursing at Wayne County Vocational School. She married the love of her life, David Dunbar on May 27, 1978. They lived in Durham, North Carolina until David finished his residency at Duke University, then they moved to Lancaster in 1981. Together they attended St. Mary of the...

Matthew A. Haban, born June 16, 1943, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his wife of 58 years, Susan (Holtschulte) Haban. Four daughters, Joan (Barry) Cook, Jean (Gary) Giannotti, Jill (Sean) Moneypenny, Jodi (Chris) Renard. Grandchildren, Ashley Beatty, Nick, Vince, Rocco Giannotti, Adam Moneypenny, Brett, Lauren, and Kyle Renard. Matt is also survived by his sister, Monica (Don) Brown, and brothers-in-law, Jim (Barbara Wilcox), Steve, and Craig Holtschulte, many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. For a full obituary, go to: www.sheridanfuneralhome.net

Howard ("Pete") M. Holmes, 90 of Punta Gorda, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2023. He was born on November 19, 1932 in Lancaster to the late John and Nellie (Jewel) Holmes. Pete graduated from Lancaster High School in the Class of 1952. He worked for North American Aviation until he was called to serve in the Army for two years during the Korean War. Upon his return, he worked for Rockwell International, which later became Boeing. He served as a Program Manager on the Space Shuttle Project and retired as Manager of Quality Engineering. He was proud to have been the last person in the company's plant in Columbus, locking the doors behind him as it closed. He enjoyed...

Carl Wesley Love, 81, of Lancaster, The red-headed cowboy rode off last night to meet up with his lovely wife, Miriam, on Eternity Road. Carl loved westerns, beer, and laughter. It was his love for his wife, his family, and his friends, that defined him as a man. He was a simple man of grace, complicated and deep, and never strayed from his values and beliefs. To Carl, or Sonny, as many called him, life was not a game, but an adventure to be traveled with others, but not alone. We think he lived a good, rewarding, long life because little bothered him. He would shrug off a problem with an " Oh, well!" and laugh about it. Something to keep in mind. He was, by all definitions, a good man. He...

Andrew Cole Duncan, 22 of Las Vegas, Nevada, formerly of Amanda, Ohio was promoted to Heaven to be with the LORD on November 10, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on October 29, 2000 in Sandusky, Ohio to Chester D. and Becky K. (Drummond) Duncan Jr. Cole was a graduate of Amanda-Clearcreek High School, Class of 2019, where he lettered in Band, Cross Country and Basketball. Cole was a member of New Hope Assembly of God in Lancaster, Ohio, where he was active with Children's Ministries, Royal Rangers, and the Youth Group.Following graduation Andrew proudly enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. As a Senior Airman he actively served as a Medical Technician, WOMC with the 99th...

Mary D. Wilson, 92, of Logan passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022 at her residence. She was born on March 22, 1930 in Orville, Ohio to the late George and Hilda (Bails) Wallace. Mary was a past member of the Moose Lodge in Logan and Pine Lake Estates. She enjoyed crocheting, playing cards, playing and listening to music and watching Westerns especially John Wayne. Mary is survived by her sons Kenneth (Edna) Wilson, Christopher Wilson, and Dennis Wilson, daughter Jolene (Tom) Larimer, 10 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren; sister, Gloria (Stub) Boals, as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Roy Ray Wilson,...

Jack E. Craiglow, age 71, passed away peacefully at his residence on August 20, 2022. He was born in Lancaster to the late Max E. and Dorothy (Gloyd) Craiglow. He was a dedicated member of the North Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. After graduating Fairfield Union High School in 1970, He attended the Ohio State Machinist apprenticeship program. He began his career as a machinist with Robert Alten Machine Shop of Lancaster where he had a long and distinguished career. For the past several years, he has been working for Locher, Inc. Machine Shop of Lancaster, where according to friends and coworkers he was considered a "master machinist" and "there is not much of anything in the...

Janet Ruth Potts, age 99, passed away on May 17, 2022. Born on August 15, 1922 in Martinsburg, Oh. Parents, Lloyd & Althea (Davis) Strawn of Logan, Oh. Janet was a 1940 graduate of Logan High School. She worked for R.B.M. (Essex) in Lancaster for 40 years. For about 10 years she volunteered at the Fairfield Medical Hospital in the gift shop & front desk before she became a nurse's aide. Over the years, Janet crocheted, knitted or quilted many items for family& friends that were unique & greatly appreciated. She enjoyed being part of Julie Cuppett's exercise class & the ladies of the class at the Y on Memorial Drive. Buttercup, her favorite dog, will miss her. Janet is...

Hugh "Bud" Spires went to be with his Lord and his beautiful wife Darlene on Friday May 13th at the age of 86. Born on October 4, 1936, Bud was the youngest of eight children of George and Grace Spires. George was originally from Lancaster and Grace from Buchtel Ohio. They married in 1920 at St. Mary of the Assumption Church and later moved to Columbus where most of their children were born, including Bud. Born into a deeply Catholic family, Bud was devout to his Catholic faith. Bud was the last patriarch of the Spires clan, which numbered 56 grandchildren, 102 great grandchildren, and several great-great grandchildren at the time of his father's passing. Bud married Doris A. Wolfe...

Jane Schwendeman, 92, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Circleville, Ohio on September 6, 1929 to Nelson and Becky Bell. She graduated from Walnut Township High School in 1947, Ohio University in 1951, and later Cleveland Clinic School of Physical Therapy. After briefly working as a physical therapist, she found her true passion in motherhood. Jane was a kind and generous woman with a great sense of humor. She loved gardening, outings with the Lunch Bunch, and spending time with her family. She was also a founding member of St. Bernadette Church. Jane is survived by her children and their spouses, Becky and Mark Shonebarger of...