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Mary Jo (Elias) Boyd

Mary Jo (Elias) Boyd

Oct 13, 2026

Mary Jo (Elias) Boyd, of Plumwood, Ohio, was born on September 3, 1952, and passed away on October 13, 2026, in the OhioHealth Hospice House after a battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her family.

Mary Jo was a 1970 graduate of Jonathan Alder High School and went on to attend Ashland University. She retired after 36 years from the...

Lowell E. "Doc" Ripley

Lowell E. "Doc" Ripley

Oct 9, 2026

RIPLEY

Lowell E. “Doc” Ripley, 93, of London, died Friday, October 9, 2026, in Mount Carmel, Grove City, following a brief illness.

Born May 11, 1933, in Kent, Ohio; Doc was a son of Fern Lucile (Atwood) and Elton Carey Ripley.

Left to cherish his memory include his beloved wife of 23 years, Diane (Stewart) Smith Ripley; children: Noreen (John) Anderson, Scott (Peggy)...

Violet Jean (Miritello) Corpac

Violet Jean (Miritello) Corpac

Oct 5, 2026

CORPAC

Violet Jean (Miritello) Corpac, age 84, of Columbus, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 5, 2026, in the Kensington Place.

Born on June 30, 1942, in Flushing, New York, Violet was a daughter of John Ficarra and Violet Jean (Miritello). Following her high school graduation in 1960, Violet went on to work many years as a receptionist for both Ground Level...

Dennis Dale French

Dennis Dale French

Oct 4, 2026

FRENCH

Dennis Dale French, age 68, of London, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in the Ohio State Ross Heart Hospital.

Born on July 24, 1958, in Marion, Ohio, Dennis was a son of Jonas French Jr. and Sylvia Estelene (Snyder) French. Dennis spent his career working hard to provide for those around him. He spent many years as a steelworker...

Debra A. "Debbie" (Dudley) Johns

Debra A. "Debbie" (Dudley) Johns

Oct 1, 2026

JOHNS

Debra A. “Debbie” (Dudley) Johns, age 63, of South Charleston, passed away Thursday, October 1, 2026, in the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

Born in Florida on January 23, 1963, Debbie was a daughter of Joann P. (Harrold) Dudley and William V. Dudley. She devoted many years to the young minds of London City Schools as an educator in the computer...

Hazel Jameson

Hazel Jameson

Sep 30, 2026

To my sweet Hazel girl:

Thank you for every cuddle, every silly moment and for giving us so much love. Our home feels so empty without you but our hearts are full of beautiful memories you left behind. You were so loved and will be missed dearly.

Arthur Michael "Mike" Middleton

Arthur Michael "Mike" Middleton

Sep 16, 2026

MIDDLETON

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Arthur Michael “Mike” Middleton, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Mike passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the James Cancer Hospital, surrounded by family.

Born on August 28, 1955, in Dayton, Ohio to Arthur and Mary Middleton, he was a graduate of Groveport High School. He demonstrated...

Flossy Mae Gallimore

Flossy Mae Gallimore

Sep 16, 2026

Flossy Mae Gallimore

Flossy passed over the rainbow bridge Tuesday, September 16, 2026, at the age of 17 years. With her sister Payton Paisley and brother Master Tyrone Mischief waiting for her at the gates of forever young.

Flossy leaves behind her person Judy along with, sister Remi Rae and brothers Bailey Baxter, Tucker Jay and Dash Dutton along with cat friend...

William Howard Hillman

William Howard Hillman

Sep 15, 2026

HILLMAN

William Howard Hillman, age 76, of London, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at home.

Born on September 20, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, he was a son of Floyd Burt Hillman Jr. and Elizabeth (Murray) Hillman. A lifelong resident of London, Bill graduated from London High School before continuing his education at Clark State Community College. A proud veteran,...

Barbara Lou (Gartin) Penwell

Barbara Lou (Gartin) Penwell

Sep 15, 2026

PENWELL

With deep love and heavy hearts, we celebrate the vibrant, full life of Barbara Lou (Gartin) Penwell, age 84, of Springfield, and formerly of London, who passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in Springfield Regional Medical Center, surrounded by all her family whom she loved so much.

Born on October 1, 1941, in West Jefferson, Ohio, Barbara was a daughter...

Mary Beatrice Virginia (Altman) Frazier

Mary Beatrice Virginia (Altman) Frazier

Sep 13, 2026

Mary Beatrice Virginia (Altman) Frazier, 89, of London, passed away on September 13, 2026, at Bluebird Retirement Community.

Born April 30, 1937, in Lucasville, Ohio, she was the daughter of Edith (Coma) and William Luther Altman.

Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and treasured friend. Funny, spirited, and always authentically herself, she possessed remarkable strength and an extraordinary work...

Prudence Louise "Prudy" (Smith) Goodyear

Prudence Louise "Prudy" (Smith) Goodyear

Sep 13, 2026

GOODYEAR

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Prudence Louise “Prudy” (Smith) Goodyear, who died peacefully on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the age of 73, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on October 5, 1952, in Springfield, Ohio, Prudy was a daughter of Raymond B. Smith and Amy (Wolfe) Smith. A proud graduate of London High School in...

Carl Isaac Davison

Carl Isaac Davison

Sep 11, 2026

DAVISON

Carl Isaac Davison, 59, of London, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026. He was born January 12, 1967, in London, Ohio, to Johnny and Virginia Davison.

Carl was a farmer from his very first breath. Farming was not simply his work—it was who he was. He spent his entire life working on the family farm alongside his father and...

Robert Ray Leming

Robert Ray Leming

Sep 5, 2026

LEMING

Robert Ray Leming, age 67, of London, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 5, 2026, in his residence. Affectionately known as “Big Bob” to his family and friends, he had a larger-than-life presence in every room he entered.

Born on August 12, 1959, in Columbus, Ohio, Bob was a son of Robert Raymond Leming and Mary Mimaleen (DeBoard) Fugate. A true...

Reva Delida (Horsley) Skaggs

Reva Delida (Horsley) Skaggs

Sep 5, 2026

SKAGGS

Reva Delida (Horsley) Skaggs, age 90, of London, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2026, in Madison Health.

Born on August 31, 1936, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Reva was a daughter of Willie Horsley and Roberta (Lee) Horsley. Reva had a long and dedicated career in banking, working for decades as a bank manager at PNC Bank where she was known by her...

Mary Jane (Davison) Hamill

Mary Jane (Davison) Hamill

Sep 2, 2026

HAMILL

Mary Jane Hamill passed away at the home she shared with her beloved son, Stephen. She went to be with the Lord and the loved ones who preceded her in death on Wednesday, September 2, 2026; rejoining her beloved husband, Donald M. Hamill, her five siblings, Lisa Hamill (wife of Steve), Ruth Smolenski (beloved companion of Steve), and Michael Burlingame...

Lori Ann (Lyons) Brookshire

Lori Ann (Lyons) Brookshire

Sep 1, 2026

BROOKSHIRE

Lori Ann (Lyons) Brookshire, age 65, of Grove City, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on June 2, 1961, in Columbus, Lori was a daughter of Thomas Jay Lyons and Mary Katherine “Molly” (Evans) Lyons. Lori spent many successful years in hotel sales, where her vibrant personality and natural gift...

Linda Lee (Weeks) Dunn

Linda Lee (Weeks) Dunn

Aug 30, 2026

DUNN

Linda Lee (Weeks) Dunn, age 72, of London, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on October 3, 1953, in Springfield, Ohio, Linda was a daughter of Richard Leon Weeks and Nola Marie (Kidder) Weeks. She was a graduate of Lakewood High School. Caring for others became a constant theme throughout her...

Mary Virginia (Dyar) Rosshirt

Mary Virginia (Dyar) Rosshirt

Aug 30, 2026

ROSSHIRT (DYAR)

Mary Virgina Rosshirt (Dyar) 92 years young.

Born: December 31st 1933, and was taken to her eternal home with Christ our Lord on 08/30/2026.

Mary was the last remaining child of her siblings (4 boys and 4 girls).

She was married to Lawrence F. Rosshirt on May 30th 1953-September 7th 1999.

Mary and Larry raised 9 children, 7 sons and 2 daughters.

Scott (Bridgett)...

Melissa (Overly) Birman

Melissa (Overly) Birman

Aug 25, 2026

BIRMAN

Melissa (Overly) Birman, age 60, of London, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, in Norton Health and Rehab Center, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Born on May 4, 1966, in Franklin County, Ohio, Melissa was a daughter of Grant Nelson Overly and Mary Ann (Agler) Overly. Melissa spent many years working in several warehouses. Her strong work...