Obituaries

Aug 15, 2023

GOLDING

Peter Joseph Golding, 60, of London, died Tuesday, August 15, 2023, in his residence.

Born September 6, 1962, in Niagara Falls, New York, he was a son of Robert William Golding, Sr. and Carol Marie (Buttery) Golding.

Peter received an automotive degree from Central Texas College and went on to spend his...

Aug 13, 2023

SMITH

Dorothy Ann (Pierce) Smith, 88, of London, Ohio, died Sunday, August 13, 2023, in the Madison Senior Living Community.

Born March 9, 1935, in South Solon, Ohio, she was the daughter of Pauline (Bethard) and Leo Pierce.

After graduating high school, Dorothy worked as a secretary for the North American Rockwell Corporation...

Aug 11, 2023

JENNESS

David Eric Jenness, 47, of London, died Friday, August 11, 2023, in Select Specialty Hospital, Columbus, surrounded by his loving family.

Born June 22, 1976, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, he was a son of Nancy (Pitts) and Michael Ray Jenness.

Dave had worked professionally both in management and as a caregiver. He attended...

Aug 9, 2023

HARRIS

Karen Sue (Holt) Harris, 78, of London and formerly of Xenia, died Monday, August 9, at her home, following a year-long battle with multiple myeloma.

Born November 11, 1944, in Pomeroy, Ohio, she was the daughter of Helen and William Holt. She was preceded in death by her parents, 4 sisters, 1 brother, and...

Aug 9, 2023

HUNTER

James "Jim" E. Hunter, 73, of London, died on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, in his residence.

Born November 28, 1949, in Greenfield, he was the son of Nellie (Coughlin) and Kenneth Ray "KR" Hunter.

Jim served his country during the Vietnam War as a member of the United States Army. Following his...

Aug 4, 2023

SMITH

Rev. Bobby Gene Smith, 66 of Wallins Creek, KY departed this life suddenly on August 4, 2023, at the Madison County Hospital in London, OH.

Bobby was born April 25, 1957, in Illinois to the late Calvin Estil and Lydia Smith. He ran his own business, Smith Drywall, for over 30 years and he...

Aug 2, 2023

BLACK

Carrol J. Black, 83, of South Charleston, was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, while in Springfield Regional Hospital.

She was born in London, Ohio, on August 30, 1939, a daughter of Charles E. and Edith (Stapleton) Bennington.

At age 11, Carrol sang and...

Jul 30, 2023

BUCKLEY

Gladys L. Buckley, 92, of Hilliard, formerly of London, died Sunday, July 30, 2023, in Norwich Springs, Hilliard.

Born January 18, 1931, in Louisa, Kentucky, she was a daughter of Roscoe Jasper Prince and Della (Hay) Prince.

After graduating from high school, Gladys went on to work for Ohio Bell Telephone where...

Jul 28, 2023

LANG

Janet M. Lang, 66, of London, died Friday, July 28, 2023, in the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, Columbus.

Born September 12, 1956, in Springfield, Ohio, she was a daughter of Adam and Mildred (Firthmiller) Stir.

After obtaining her associate degree, Janet went on to spend her career working in banking. She...

Jul 28, 2023

BLACK

Nell Rose Black, 74, of London, died Friday, July 28, 2023, in her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Born March 27, 1949, in Hazard, Kentucky, she was a daughter of Billy and Dorothy (Stolts) Turner.

Nell graduated from Hazard High School in 1967 and went on to attend Berea College in...

Jul 21, 2023

PACK

Homer E. "Gene" Pack, 79, of South Solon, died Friday, July 21, 2023, in his residence.

Born April 2, 1944, in Ashland, Kentucky, he was a son of Homer and Dova Mae (Bolt) Pack.

Gene was a United States Army veteran, serving his country during the Vietnam War. Following his time in...

Jul 15, 2023

McHENRY

Jay H. McHenry, 57, of South Charleston, died Saturday, July 15, 2023, in Madison Health.

Born April 27, 1966, in Springfield, he was a son of Russell and Dorothy (Solenburger) McHenry.

A plumber by trade, Jay had also worked for many years with the City of London. He loved watching Jeopardy and...

Jul 14, 2023

BRYAN

Everett Lee Daniel Bryan was born on Friday, July 14, 2023, and sadly later passed away that night in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus. He was a son of Brooklyn Weisman and Brendan Bryan. Although his time on earth was all too brief, Everett was deeply loved by his parents and family, and will be dearly missed....

Jul 11, 2023

BERNARD

Joseph "Joe" Lee Bernard, 72, of London, died Tuesday, July 11, 2023, in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus.

Born August 9, 1950, in Jamestown, Ohio, he was a son of Stanley and Georgianna (Ross) Bernard.

Joe was a 1968 graduate of East Clinton High School. He then went on to join the United...

Jul 10, 2023

CRAWFORD

Katherine "Kathy" Crawford, 60, of Springfield, died Monday, July 10, 2023, in her residence.

Born September 22, 1962, in Fairfax, VA; she was the daughter of Eugene and Gloria May (Cox) Farmer.

Kathy had been a patient accounts manager in the medical field. She loved music, crocheting, cross-stitching, and many other crafts...

Jul 10, 2023

FUNDERBURK

Gary L. Funderburk, 86, passed away Monday, July 10, 2023, in London Health and Rehabilitation.

Born March 1, 1937, in Herrick, Illinois; he was a son of Elmer and Veda (Hayes) Funderburk.

Gary had retired from DCSC after 30 years.

Survivors include his brother Elmer (Marilyn) Funderburk and sister Janet...

Jul 7, 2023

TIPTON

Robin Juanita Tipton, 61, formerly of London, died Friday, July 7, 2023, in Grant Medical Center, Columbus.

Born November 18, 1961, in Marysville, she was a daughter of Frances (Stumbo) and Ferrell Harris, Jr.

Robin had worked for many years as the manager for Pilot Flying J. She also was an avid...

Jul 7, 2023

PAYNE

Donald Jayson Payne, 46, of London, died on Friday, July 7, 2023, in Arbors of Springfield.

Born August 2, 1976, in Madison County, he was a son of Donald Jay and Carla (Moody) Payne.

Jayson was one of the most kind-hearted and caring people you could ever meet. He was a friend...

Jul 5, 2023

HAFNER

Belleville, Michigan – Janet Mae Hafner, born on December 28, 1955, in Garden City, Michigan, to Donald Eugene and Margaret M. (Williams) Bryant, has peacefully passed away on July 5, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones in her home. She was 67 years old. Janet was the beloved wife of the late William Hafner, and her...

Jul 2, 2023

BROWNING

Paul E. Browning, Jr., 84, of Toledo, formerly of Washington Court House, died Sunday, July 2, 2023, in his residence. On June 30, 2023, while conversing with Brenda, Paul left a powerful testimony behind. He assured her that her current health issues were going to be ok; because while praying for her, he told her he...