Obituaries

Nov 15, 2024

HOLCOMB

Nora Marie (Wheeler) Holcomb, 81, of London, died peacefully on Friday, November 15, 2024, in Hospice of Central Ohio, Columbus.

Born January 29, 1943, in Blaine, Kentucky, she was a daughter of George Wheeler and Ethel (Hylton) Wheeler.

A 1961 graduate of London High School, Nora went on to dedicate over thirty...

Nov 14, 2024

CALDWELL

Robert Eugene Caldwell, 79, of London, died peacefully on Thursday, November 14, 2024, in his residence.

Born July 4, 1945, in New Boston, Ohio, he was a son of Cecil Caldwell and Helen (Stone) Hensley.

A man of strong integrity, Robert was a great provider to his family making sure no want...

Nov 13, 2024

CLIFTON

Mary Jane (Miller) Clifton, 82, of London, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in the Kobacker House, Columbus.

Born November 9, 1942, in London, she was a daughter of Raymond E. Miller and Bertha Pauline (Perry) Miller.

A woman of devout faith, Mary was a long-time...

Nov 13, 2024

Virgil E. Hatcher, 85, of Warren, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, under the special care of Kellie Reynold's Serenity House in Grove City, OH. He will be reunited in heaven with his beloved wife, Sharon. He was born on April 10, 1939, in Crab Orchard, WV, to the late Elmer and Margaret (Lilly) Hatcher. Virgil proudly...

Nov 12, 2024

LAWHUN

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James "Jimmy" Lawhun. Jimmy was a kind, joyful soul with a big heart, a playful spirit, and a knack for bringing smiles and laughter to those around him.

Jimmy's children, McKenzie Lawhun (fiancé Jacob Markley) and Coldon Nichols, were his pride and joy....

Nov 11, 2024

TRAVIS

Lisa Marie (Sanders) Travis, 53, of London, died suddenly and unexpectedly on Monday, November 11, 2024, in Arbors West.

Born July 20, 1971, in Columbus, she was a daughter of Paul Sanders and Thelma (Buchanan) Sanders.

Lisa was a graduate of London High School in the class of 1989. She had worked...

Nov 9, 2024

CUNNINGHAM

Lionel Cunningham, 59, of South Charleston, died Saturday, November 9, 2024, in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus.

Born August 2, 1965, he was a son of Floyd and Andrea Cunningham.

Lionel enjoyed cooking, first as a line cook in Florida and then on the BBQ competition circuit. A huge football fan, he loved...

Nov 5, 2024

WHITE

Nannie V. White, 73, of Decatur, TN, formerly of London, died Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in her residence.

Born June 14, 1951, in Richmond, Virginia, she was a daughter of Glen and Flora (Owens) Whited.

Nannie had worked as a nursing assistant. She loved watching nature, especially the birds and squirrels. She...

Nov 3, 2024

Zoey, mommy loves u so much. I will most definitely miss you so much. Our house feels so empty without you here with us. But I know that you're no longer sick anymore. You are and will always be my baby girl. You were the daughter that I never got to have. I hope you are resting peacefully now....

Nov 1, 2024

OGDEN

Robert "Bob" Michael Ogden, 61, of London, died peacefully on Friday, November 1, 2024, at home.

Born in Mount Carmel Hospital on April 25, 1963, he was a son of Robert Ronald Ogden and Janet Ann (Bradford) Ogden. Bob graduated from Madison Plains High School and went on to further his education through technical...

Oct 31, 2024

SMITH

Mary Florence Smith, 79, of West Jefferson, passed peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at Carolyn's Cottage of Grove City.

Born November 22, 1944, in Lexington, Kentucky, she was a daughter of Ollie Waters and Alice (Hardin) Waters.

Family always came first for Mary. She enjoyed traveling together across the country including...

Oct 27, 2024

JUSTICE

Roselyn F. Justice, 98, of London, died Sunday, October 27, 2024, in London Health and Rehabilitation.

Born August 28, 1926, in London, she was the daughter of Cletus A. and Phyllis J. (Pollock) Hayman.

She was a 67-year member of London First Presbyterian Church. She loved her family dearly. She kept busy...

Oct 26, 2024

POTTER

John K. Potter, 78, of Springfield, died Saturday, October 26, 2024, in Oakwood village, Springfield.

Born June 23, 1946, in London, he was a son of Lloyd McDonald and Ruth Elizabeth (Cummins) Potter.

John loved golfing and bowling. He was a huge Cleveland Browns and Ohio State fan and was quite the...

Oct 24, 2024

SCAGGS

Homer "Jack" Scaggs, Jr., 88, of London, Ohio was born on June 30, 1936, to Homer L. Scaggs, Sr & Marjorie Downey.

On June 30, 1956, he married the love of his life Georgia Newsome. They had 4 children Jeff, Luana, Tami & Jacque.

Jack was a man of all trades, he...

Oct 22, 2024

A heart of gold stopped beating today, and two shining eyes were laid to rest. Our hearts are broken, but God has proven that he only takes the best. You will always be in our hearts Nala, until we meet again.

Oct 21, 2024

BUCK

Karl David Buck, 68, of Mount Sterling, died unexpectedly on Monday, October 21, 2024, in his residence.

Born June 27, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, he was a son of Donald and Helen (Stahl) Buck.

Karl was a proud lifelong farmer serving Madison and surrounding counties throughout his career. He took pride in...

Oct 20, 2024

Everyone is taught that angels have wings. The lucky ones of us find that they have four paws. Rest in peace, my faithful friend.

Oct 15, 2024

Goodbyes are not forever; goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean I'll miss you until we meet again. You are forever loved and forever missed Harley!

Oct 15, 2024

FLIEHMAN

Barbara Katherine Fliehman, 74, of London, died Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family.

Born September 21, 1950, in Guymon, Oklahoma, she was a daughter of Aloysius W. Mans and Hazel (Gray) Mans.

Talented in the kitchen, Barbara loved baking and was sure to share her famous pies...

Oct 12, 2024

The most loyal and faithful friend in life, it is impossible to forget someone who gave you so much to remember. We will love you forever and always, until we meet again.