Obituaries

Regina Faye Gill
Jan 17, 2026
GILL
Regina Faye Gill, 61, of London died Saturday, January 17, 2025, in her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Born February 26, 1964, in London, Ohio; she was a daughter of James and Oma May (Owens) Smith.
Working in landscaping for most of her life fit perfectly with Regina as she was very much an outdoors person. She loved to raise a...
Anne Marie Miller
Jan 14, 2026
MILLER
Anne Marie Miller, 93, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at Madison Health Hospital in London, Ohio. She was born July 21, 1932, in Plain City, Ohio.
Anne was a member of Grace Fellowship Church. She had worked at Mount Carmel Hospital in Columbus until she retired. In her later years, she and her sister, Alice, moved to the Madsion Senior...
Jane Lee (Flora) Lighty
Jan 12, 2026
LIGHTY
Jane Lee (Flora) Lighty, age 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 12, 2026, at home, surrounded by the love and faith of her family. Born May 24, 1945, in Modesto, California, Jane was a daughter of George Flora and Ruth (Rumble) Flora.
A devout Christian, Jane was a longtime and faithful member of the Eastside Church of God in Anderson,...
Clara Marie Cunningham
Jan 10, 2026
CUNNINGHAM
Clara Marie Cunningham, 95, was born in Woodstock, Ohio, on July 5, 1930, to Floyd and Ada Howell-Edley. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Clara accepted Christ at an early age and lived her life rooted in faith and service. She was united in marriage to Sherman Cunningham, and together they were the...
Joan Barbara Crabtree
Jan 10, 2026
CRABTREE
I am her daughter, and as a writer, putting this lady into words was the hardest chapter yet:
My mother, bold and unapologetically free-spirited was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Crabtree and her son, Terry "T-Bone" Holmes.
Joan is survived by her daughter, Kim Koontz (grandsons, Griffin and Wyatt Koontz), daughter Pam Tyree (granddaughters, Audrey Butt and Casey Robinson).
My mother’s...
David Broshear
Jan 9, 2026
BROSHEAR
David Broshear, age 76, of South Vienna/Born and raised in Hamilton, Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9, 2026, in Madison Health. He leaves behind a legacy of service, craftsmanship, and deep love for his family and his country.
At just 17 years old, David answered the call to serve his nation, enlisting in the United States Marine Corps during...
Olivia Lynn Smeltzer
Jan 7, 2026
SMELTZER
Olivia Lynn Smeltzer, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in the Madison Senior Living Community, at the age of 80, leaving behind a life defined by kindness, creativity, and deep devotion to others.
Born and raised in Charleston, West Virginia, Olivia was proud of her roots and carried that sense of place with her throughout her life. She graduated from high...
Gerald Lee Sark Jr.
Jan 7, 2026
SARK
Gerald Lee Sark Jr., age 55, of London, passed unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in his residence.
Born February 8, 1970, in Springfield, Ohio, he was a son of Gerald Sark Sr. and Nancy Jane (Richards) Sark.
Gerald is survived by his sister Sandy Kay (Michael) Thissen, nephew Chris Evans, and great-niece Lily Evans. He was preceded in death by his...
Cora Mae Chase
Jan 7, 2026
CHASE
Cora Mae Chase, age 93, formerly of Hurricane, West Virginia, and currently of London, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, at Doctors Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She was born in Ward, West Viriginia, and was the daughter of the late Elmer and Opal Tucker.
She was preceded in death by her husband Bill, daughter Wanda Berry, brothers Joe, Harry,...
Scharlotte A. (Saxour) Cable
Jan 6, 2026
CABLE
Scharlotte A. (Saxour) Cable, age 77, of Canal Winchester, went home to be with her Lord, Tuesday, January 6, 2026, after a long-fought battle of illness.
Born on July 10, 1948, in Columbus, Ohio, she was a daughter of Cleo and Reva (Collinsworth) Whiteside. She was raised in Lafayette, for which she had many cherished memories. She attended the Deercreek school...
Eugene "Gene" Sexton
Jan 4, 2026
SEXTON
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we remember the life of Eugene “Gene” Sexton, a remarkable man who passed peacefully at home on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the age of 90. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Gene lived a life defined by hard work, faith, and unwavering dedication to his family.
Born January 25, 1935, in Madison...
Glenn Edward "Eddie" McCarty
Jan 2, 2026
MCCARTY
Glenn Edward “Eddie” McCarty, age 54, went home to Glory on Friday, January 2, 2026, in London Health and Rehabilitation, leaving behind a life marked by hard work, quiet faith, and simple joys.
For 16 years, Eddie worked as a mechanic in Plain City and later for Buckeye Ford in London, where he was known for his skill and willingness to...
Betty Ellen Timmons
Dec 31, 2025
TIMMONS
Betty Ellen Timmons, 86, of London died Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in London Health and Rehabilitation.
Betty was born July 13, 1939, in Mount Sterling, Ohio.
A member of the Mount Sterling Church of the Nazarene; Betty had worked as a clerk for Commercial Leeway Motor Freight for 28 years.
Survivors include her nephews Raymond (Kathleen) Timmons, David Timmons, and John Timmons; great...
Robert "Bob" A. Riley
Dec 29, 2025
RILEY
Robert “Bob” A. Riley, 91, formerly of Lynn, IN, died Monday, December 29, 2025, in Hollansburg, Ohio.
Born December 23, 1934, in Greene County; he was a son of Irma (Roberds) and Alva William Riley.
A lifelong farmer and auctioneer, Bob also enjoyed gardening and going to flea markets.
Survivors include his children Beverly LaRue, Barbara (Joe) White, Ron (Michelle) Riley and Jonas...
Claudia (Crockarell) Justice
Dec 28, 2025
JUSTICE
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Claudia (Crockarell) Justice. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2025, in Dublin Methodist Hospital with her family by her side. Claudia leaves behind a life defined by love, service, and quiet devotion to others.
A devoted wife of 65 years to her beloved husband, Raymond Justice, she built a home filled...
Anthony Gricus
Dec 27, 2025
Anthony Gricus passed away peacefully Saturday, December 27, 2025, in the Bluebird Retirement Community, at the age of 94. Born on May 26, 1931, in Hamtramck, Michigan, Tony was the son of Peter Gricus and Sophia (Justrzykasty) Gricus. Formerly of Chesterfield, Michigan, and most recently of London, Ohio.
Tony proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War, where...
Vicijean Geer
Dec 22, 2025
GEER
Vicijean Geer, age 86, of London, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, in Grant Medical Center. She leaves behind a legacy of dedication and service that touched generations of students, colleagues, family, and friends.
Born April 20, 1939, in Summerford, Ohio, Vici was a daughter of Chester R. Geer and Doris (Brake) Geer. A lifelong believer in the power of education,...
Kimberly Ann Skaggs-Garcia
Dec 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we remember Kimberly Ann Skaggs-Garcia, who passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, in the James Cancer Hospital, at the age of 62. Her life was one of quiet devotion – to her work, her son and loved ones, and to the simple comforts that made life meaningful.
Born August 17, 1963, in Columbus, Kimberly was a daughter...
Marie Coleman
Dec 20, 2025
COLEMAN
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marie Coleman, age 85, who passed away Saturday, December 20, 2025, in Springfield Regional Medical Center. Born on June 28, 1940, in Coleman, Kentucky, Marie was a daughter of Hope Reedy and Feba (Coleman) Reedy.
Truly one of a kind, Marie was a devoted homemaker who took pride in creating a home that...
Anthony W. "Tony" Worthington
Dec 19, 2025
WORTHINGTON
Anthony W. “Tony” Worthington, passed away at home on Friday, December 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of faith, hard work, and deep devotion to his family.
Born August 17, 1962, in Lima, Ohio, Tony was a son of Titus W. Worthington and Betty (Cornwell) Sanders. A 1980 graduate of Galion High School, Tony went on to spend 40 years as...

