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Mary Esther "Meg" (Grimes) Morehart

Mary Esther "Meg" (Grimes) Morehart

Jun 11, 2026

MOREHART

Mary Esther “Meg” (Grimes) Morehart, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026. She is the beloved wife of Paul Morehart, mother of Hannah and Nathan, and grandmother to Evan Morehart.

Meg was born on April 28th, 1946, in Covington, Kentucky. She was the first-born child of Mary Lou and Stanley Grimes who preceded her in death. Meg was also preceded...

Susan Lynn (Farquhar) Miller

Susan Lynn (Farquhar) Miller

Jun 11, 2026

MILLER

Susan Lynn (Farquhar) Miller, age 79, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born July 2, 1946, in Columbus, Susan was a daughter of Donald Sloan Farquhar and Betty Katherine (Coberly). A woman of profound grace and unwavering faith, Susan dedicated her life to the two things...

Charles Bruce Wilson

Charles Bruce Wilson

Jun 10, 2026

WILSON

Charles Bruce Wilson, age 84, of London, Ohio passed away on June 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Bruce, as he was known by friends and Papaw and GB as he was known by his Grandkids, found his greatest joy in farming with Allis-Chalmers tractors and Gleaner combines. He was a proud 1959 graduate of Northeastern High School....

Tammy Kathleen (Hall) Crislip

Tammy Kathleen (Hall) Crislip

Jun 1, 2026

CRISLIP

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Tammy Kathleen (Hall) Crislip at the age of 61. Tammy passed peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026, in Miami Valley Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on May 12, 1965, in Portsmouth, Virginia, Tammy was a daughter of Lowell E. Hall and Coral Louise (Blum) Hall. Throughout her career, Tammy worked...

Margaret "Peg" A. Gordon Saupe-Nisbet

Margaret "Peg" A. Gordon Saupe-Nisbet

May 24, 2026

SAUPE

Margaret A. Gordon Saupe-Nisbet (“Peg”) of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, with son and daughter at her bedside.

Peg grew up in Louisville, Kentucky, attended Earlham College, then met and married Walter in Dayton Ohio. Walt the engineer became Walt the pastor of First Lutheran Church in Dayton, Ohio, and Peg became a pastor’s wife. She...

Ruth Mae (Green) Dever

Ruth Mae (Green) Dever

May 24, 2026

Ruth Mae (Green) Dever

With deep love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Ruth Mae (Green) Dever, who passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the age of 98. Ruth lived a beautifully full life centered on her faith, family, and service to others.

Born on April 2, 1928, in Lucasville, Ohio, she was the daughter of...

John William Preston

John William Preston

May 23, 2026

PRESTON

John William Preston, age 73, resident of London, Ohio, formerly from Kermit, West Virginia, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Born on July 10, 1952, in Paintsville, Kentucky, he was the son of Conrad Preston and Mary (Wells) Preston.

Left to cherish his memory include his beloved wife, LaDonna Kay (Parsley) Preston; son John (Sheri) Preston II and daughter Amber...

Jackie (Smith) Clifton

Jackie (Smith) Clifton

May 18, 2026

CLIFTON

Jackie (Smith) Clifton, age 73, of London, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026, in her residence, surrounded by her loving family.

Born March 16, 1953, in Tampa, Florida; she was a daughter of Robert “Bob” and Jeanne (Lewis) Smith.

Jackie retired as a sergeant from Madison and Orient Correction Institutions, where she also volunteered for their Speak Out Program while...

Zoey Abdon

Zoey Abdon

May 16, 2026

With heavy hearts, we said goodbye to our loyal companion, best friend, and beloved girl, Zoey. Our sweet girl brought endless love, comfort, and joy into our lives with every wag of her tail and gentle cuddle.

Though she is gone, her paw prints left on our hearts will remain forever. Rest peacefully faithful girl - you will always be deeply...

Michael Anthony "Mike" Cathel

Michael Anthony "Mike" Cathel

May 13, 2026

CATHEL

Michael Anthony “Mike” Cathel, was received into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the age of 56.

Born on March 10, 1970, in Columbus, Mike was the son of Eugene K. Cathel and Patricia A. (Collins) Cathel. A man of unwavering faith, he dedicated his life to following Jesus Christ after being born...

John A. Flynn

John A. Flynn

May 13, 2026

FLYNN

John A. Flynn, 62, was called home after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in Madison Health, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born October 25, 1963, in London, he was a son of Joseph Leo and Hazel Mildred (Boysel) Flynn.

John had been a diesel mechanic with Flynn Towing for many years. He took great pride...

Claudia Rose (Allison) Price

Claudia Rose (Allison) Price

May 10, 2026

PRICE

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Claudia Rose (Allison) Price, age 77, who departed this life peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026, surrounded by her family she cherished so dearly.

Born on March 13, 1949, Claudia was a daughter of James F. Allison, Jr. and Rose A. (Tooker) Allison. A registered nurse for her entire career, Claudia...

Donald Eugene Landis

Donald Eugene Landis

May 10, 2026

LANDIS

Donald Eugene Landis, 80, of Washington Court House, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Court House Manor.

Born April 1, 1946, in London, Donald was a son of Ralph Landis and Catherine (Baker) Landis. He spent many years working as a farm laborer and later for a waste management company where his dependable nature earned the respect of...

Rev. Gordon Eugene Johnson

Rev. Gordon Eugene Johnson

May 4, 2026

Rev. Gordon Eugene Johnson, 91, of London, Ohio, entered the Church Triumphant after a lifetime devoted to faith, service, and community. Born December 27, 1934, in Rockford, Ohio, he was the son of Rev. Dr. Ora Emmett and Pearl Leila (Terry) Johnson and the second of five children: Duane, Princess, Phyllis, and Cheryl.

Raised in a parsonage family, Gordon’s call to...

Marilyn J. (Sexton) Isaacs

Marilyn J. (Sexton) Isaacs

May 3, 2026

ISAACS

With love and gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate Marilyn J. (Sexton) Isaacs, a remarkable woman who passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at home, at the age of 92. A current resident of Summerville, South Carolina, and former longtime resident of London, Ohio, Marilyn carried with her a lifetime of memories, wisdom, and devotion to...

Ila Daisy (Atkins) Kennedy

Ila Daisy (Atkins) Kennedy

Apr 25, 2026

KENNEDY

Ila Daisy (Atkins) Kennedy, age 101, of London, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in London Health and Rehabilitation. Born on May 23, 1924, in Beards Fork, West Virginia, Ila was a daughter of Hamilton “Ham” Atkins and Mary (Fury) Atkins.

She spent many years as a beloved first-grade teacher for St. Francis de Sales Schools in Beckley, West...

Frances Ann (McCormack) Martin

Frances Ann (McCormack) Martin

Apr 20, 2026

Frances Ann (McCormack) Martin (October 25, 1938 – April 20, 2026)

London, Ohio – Frances Ann (McCormack) Martin of London, Ohio, passed Monday, April 20, 2026.

Frances Ann was born October 25, 1938, in Midway (Sedalia), Ohio to Marie (Smith) McCormack and Robert McCormack.

She married James R. Martin on June 7, 1959, in the Presbyterian Church in Midway, Ohio.

She is survived by...

Patricia Ann (Brake) Gibson

Patricia Ann (Brake) Gibson

Apr 18, 2026

GIBSON

Patricia Ann (Brake) Gibson, age 95, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026. She was born on January 3, 1931, in Summerford, Ohio, to Donald W. and Anna Ellen (Gist) Brake. She grew up in Summerford before marrying, raising her family, and building her life in London, Ohio.

Patty was a longtime and devoted member of the United Methodist Church. Her...

E. Elizabeth "Liz" Chesser

E. Elizabeth "Liz" Chesser

Apr 13, 2026

E. Elizabeth “Liz” Chesser

September 8, 1939 – April 13, 2026

Liz Chesser went home to be with the Lord in her residence, surrounded by her loving family, on April 13, 2026. She was born September 8, 1939, in Cable, Ohio to Herbert E. Dillard Sr. and Eltha B. (Paige) Dillard. She is proceeded in death by her parents, her loving husband...

Day'Shawn Lamar Baker

Day'Shawn Lamar Baker

Apr 12, 2026

4/16/99-4/12/26

Day’Shawn Lamar Baker, a native of Ohio and a resident of Cocoa Beach, Florida, passed away on April 12, 2026.

He is survived by two special children: Ty’Ren Clark and Ta’Mira Hutchins; his loving mother, Kelly Camp and Step-father Wayne Jones; Five Brothers: Spencer Alley, Derrick, Del’Quan, Da’Quandae, and Da’Mohn Baker, Two sisters D’Erykah and Dizaria Baker.

Day’Shawn shared a special bond...