Obituaries

Apr 27, 2024

Today, I raise my glass, bow my head…as a salute to the sick and twisted, the unique and humorous, Cyndi Siders... truly one of a kind friend who lived her life on her terms one day at a time. She possessed a one-of-a-kind integrity with a strong personal Constitution. The only treasure that she carried was in her heart....

Apr 26, 2024

HOLLOWAY

Gary Lee Holloway, 75, of West Jefferson, died Friday, April 26, 2024, in the Arbors West. Born November 29, 1948, in Springfield, Ohio, he was a son of Herschel Holloway and Elsie Mae (DeLong) Holloway.

A graduate of London High School, Gary went on to work for the Chrysler Corporation for much of his...

Apr 22, 2024

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Norma Jean Huff, 84, of London, Ohio was welcomed into the eternal presence of Jesus on April 22, 2024. She was surrounded by her husband, children, and grandchildren and passed away very peacefully.

Norma was born in Reedy, West Virginia on September 16, 1939, to Oren Fay Lattimer and Virginia Marie Lattimer (Cunningham). She...

Apr 20, 2024

BOSWELL

Raymond Wesley "Jay" Boswell, Jr., 69, of London, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus.

Born March 4, 1955, in Springfield, Ohio, he was a son of Raymond Wesley Boswell Sr. and Patricia Faylee (Roth) Boswell.

Following high school, Jay served in the United States Army, Airborne Division, during...

Apr 17, 2024

LEWIS

James "Jimmy" C. Lewis, 80 years old, of London, formerly of Orient, died Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in the Bluebird Retirement Community, London.

Born in Hamilton, Ohio, on March 20, 1944, he was a son of James M. Lewis and Marjorie C. (Crites) Lewis.

Jimmy was a 1962 graduate of Fairfield High...

Apr 15, 2024

ROARK

John Fredrick Roark, 67, of London, died on Monday, April 15, 2024, in Mount Carmel Grove City, surrounded by his family.

Born July 26, 1956, in Columbus, he was a son of Harold Eugene Roark and Lillian Marie (Arnett) Ricks.

A graduate of Cardington High School, Fred had devoted many years working...

Apr 14, 2024

POLLOCK

Jonathon Wayne Pollock, 55, of London, died Sunday, April 14, 2024, in his residence.

Born January 25, 1969, in London, he was a son of Steven Pollock and Jennie (Harper) Howard.

John enjoyed working outside, and took up a career in landscaping so that way he was able to enjoy the outdoors...

Apr 11, 2024

SMITH

Craig Alan Smith, 66, of London, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024, in Dublin Methodist Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born March 9, 1958, in Lima, Ohio, he was a son of Fred Smith and Sally (Furry). Craig was a graduate from Elida High School and went on to attain a bachelor's degree...

Apr 10, 2024

WEETER

John "The Crashman" Weeter, died Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in Kettering Health, Dayton.

Born August 30, 1941, in Bainbridge, Ohio, he was a son of Bill Weeter and Mary Kathryn (Dobbins) Weeter.

John drove a truck professionally for several decades. Being an owner/operator, he was proud to say he drove better than...

Apr 8, 2024

STEPHENSON

Janet Alice Gingerich Stephenson, of Cheviot, Ohio, formerly of Chalfont, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024 at her daughter's residence in Orient, Ohio. She was 91.

Janet was the loving wife of the late James Whitmore Stephenson, of Cincinnati, Ohio, formerly of Chalfont, Pennsylvania, who passed away January 15th, 2018.

Apr 8, 2024

DAVIS

Cynthia Ceon (Borgman) Davis, 68, of London, died Monday, April 8, 2024, in The Ohio State East Hospital, Columbus.

Born July 28, 1955, in Columbus, she was adopted by George Leonard McMurray and Wilda M. (Huber) McMurray.

Cindy was someone who ensured she always stayed busy and worked several jobs throughout her...

Apr 7, 2024

ROGERS

Ricky Lee Rogers, 70, of London, died suddenly Sunday, April 7, 2024, in Madison Health.

Born June 3, 1953, in Columbus, he was a son of Forrest Ethel "Flo" (Rogers) Stevens.

Ricky was a true jack-of-all-trades who was skilled at working with his hands. He began his career working for Simmons Mattress...

Apr 4, 2024

BURNS

Carl Craig Burns, 69, of West Jefferson, died Thursday, April 4, 2024, in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus.

December 17, 1954, in Franklin County, he was a son of Wilbur Robert Burns and Nellie Jean (Sloan) Burns.

Craig began his career working as a plumber for Inner City Plumbing Inc. before moving to...

Apr 3, 2024

THOMPSON

Richard Henderson Thompson, 60, of West Jefferson, died unexpectedly, Wednesday, April 3, 2024, in his residence.

Born October 22, 1963, in London, he was a son of Henry L. Thompson and Donna (Penwell) Thompson.

Rich had worked as a truck driver for BST for over 20 years. Born with a natural funny...

Mar 28, 2024

SELDON

Carl Junior Seldon, 81, of London, died Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Madison Health.

Born October 27, 1942, in London, he was a son of Carl A. Seldon and Evelyn B. (Napper) Seldon.

Following high school, Carl went on to serve his country with the United States Army. After his time in...

Mar 26, 2024

HITT

John Burton Hitt, Ph.D., June 15, 1931-March 26, 2024, 92 years old, was born in Springfield, Ohio to Clarence and Margeret Hitt. He graduated from Springfield High School and worked as a Tool and Die Apprentice before being drafted into the Army, where he served as a Radio Repairman during the Korean War from February 1952-January...

Mar 25, 2024

KERN

Ronald Edward Kern, 80, of London, died Monday, March 25, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Born March 12, 1944, in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was a son of Rawley Kern and Marie Josephine (Grove) Kern.

Ron married the love of his life, Linda (Armstrong), on November 26, 1963, and together...

Mar 25, 2024

SPENCER

Reverend Edward Spencer, 98, of London, died Monday, March 25, 2024, in his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Born May 21, 1925, in Flemington, NJ; he was a son of John F. and Anna (Lair) Spencer.

For 47 ½ years, Rev. Spencer was a professor of Language and Literature at Cedarville...

Mar 24, 2024

LONG

Ketra Kay Long, 73, of London, died Sunday, March 24, 2024, in the West Park Health and Rehabilitation Center, Columbus.

Born August 19, 1950, in Columbus, Ohio, she was a daughter of Kenny Pfeil, Sr., and Phyllis (Ater) Pfeil.

Ketra had worked as a waitress at Waffle House for many years. She...

Mar 22, 2024

CASTO

David Lynn Casto, 75, of Galloway, died Friday, March 22, 2024, in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, with his daughters by his side.

Born August 7, 1948, in McArthur, Ohio, he was a son of Granville Leon Casto and Frankie Marie (Callihan) Casto.

David started his career as a history teacher before becoming...