Obituaries

Rita Jane (Paul) Ricketts
Nov 14, 2025
RICKETTS
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Rita Jane (Paul) Ricketts, age 83, who passed away peacefully on Friday, November 14, 2025, in London Health and Rehabilitation. A woman defined by kindness, generosity, and a lifelong devotion to helping others, she leaves behind a legacy of compassion that touched everyone who...
Bruce Edward Vitale
Nov 11, 2025
VITALE
With deep sorrow and profound shock, we share the sudden and unexpected passing of Bruce Edward Vitale, age 64, who passed in his residence in London, Ohio, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 – Veteran's Day. His loss has left a void that words cannot fully capture, and he will be missed more deeply than we can...
Patricia Lynn (Mccormack) Brock
Nov 10, 2025
BROCK
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Patricia Lynn (McCormack) Brock, age 70, of London, Ohio, who passed away Monday, November 10, 2025, in her residence.
Born on May 18, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio. She worked as a registered nurse serving at Madison County Hospital, she also worked with hospice care and later...
Jay W Ferrell Ii
Nov 10, 2025
FERRELL
Jay W Ferrell II passed away unexpectedly and heartbreakingly on Monday, November 10, 2025.
Jay was an avid outdoorsman who spent nearly two decades working in the natural gas industry. But his true joy was found at home. For the past 30 years, he shared a deep and steadfast love with his wife, Kathy....
Dixie Ann (Palmer) Tier
Nov 9, 2025
TIER (PALMER)
Dixie Ann (Palmer) Tier, age 69, of London, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in the Madison House Senior Living Community.
Born on June 20, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, Dixie lived a life filled with compassion, creativity, and kindness. A proud graduate of the Ohio State University School of Cosmetology,...
Robert William Golding Sr.
Nov 7, 2025
GOLDING
Robert William Golding Sr., 84, passed away on November 7, 2025. Robert was surrounded by family when the Lord called him home.
Robert was born in Keego Harbor, MI on January 6th, 1941, to parents, Victor B. and Clara Dewey (Saunders) Golding and was the youngest of 13 children. After the death of his...
Paul James Rarey
Nov 3, 2025
RAREY
Paul James Rarey was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather enthusiastically dedicated to his family every day of his 87 years. He passed peacefully November 3rd, 2025, surrounded by the family he gave so much joy to.
With a fascination for planes, it was an easy choice to join...
Patric Stephen Delaney
Nov 3, 2025
DELANEY
Patric Stephen Delaney, age 28, of London, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 3, 2025, in his residence.
Born on August 14, 1997, Patric was a son of Marc Delaney and Emily Marie (Thomas) Myers. After graduating from Miami Trace High School in 2016, he went on to work in manufacturing for Yamada North...
Theresa Lynn (Holstein) Cain
Nov 1, 2025
CAIN
As dawn came on the day of November 1, 2025, so passed the life of Theresa Lynn Cain at the age of 66
The passing was unexpected and with her gone, her family are left to grieve, wondering what they are to do with the time they had planned with her. Wondering what their...
Jessica Lynn (Gary) Martin
Nov 1, 2025
MARTIN
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Jessica Lynn (Gary) Martin, who went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the age of 39, following a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Jess was a light in every life she touched – kind, selfless,...
Wanda (Dever) Kalb
Oct 27, 2025
KALB
Wanda Dever-Kalb went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on October 27, 2025, at her home in London, Ohio.
She was born November 4, 1951, in Scioto County, Ohio to Russell and Ruth (Green) Dever.
She is preceded in death by her Father Russell Dever, husband Charlie (Doc) Kalb, and brother Larry...
Tinky Chapman
Oct 24, 2025
The absolute sweetest kitty, we are so thankful you chose us to love you for the time you had on this earth. You are so special to us, we love and miss you so much!
Rachel M. (Brown) Long
Oct 23, 2025
LONG
Rachel M. Long, 32, of London died unexpectedly on Thursday, October 23, 2025, in her residence.
Born December 22, 1992, in Columbus; she was a daughter of Susan (Weber) and William Brown.
A 2011 graduate of London High School, Rachel had owned and operated Pawfect Pups Grooming and Boarding in London. An...
Amy Elizabeth Foley
Oct 21, 2025
FOLEY
It is with deep sorrow and gentle remembrance that we announce the passing of Amy Elizabeth Foley, 51, who departed this world on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, in the Hospice of Hamilton Care Center.
Amy was born on May 25, 1974, in Huntington, West Virginia to loving parents Carol (Fahy) and Joseph Foley. Though...
Shelly Lynn (Longberry) Kreager
Oct 18, 2025
KREAGER
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Shelly Lynn Kreager, who left this world peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 61, following a courageous battle with cancer.
She was a woman who found joy in life's simple pleasures – spending evenings playing cards with her husband...
Deborah Louise Scott
Oct 18, 2025
SCOTT
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Deborah Louise Scott, who passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 70, surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted mother, sister, and friend, she leaves behind a legacy of compassion, resilience, and gentle strength.
Born August...
Freeda (Hawkins) Sanson
Oct 13, 2025
SANSON
Freeda Sanson, 91, formerly of London, died Monday, October 13, 2025, in Arbors West.
Born November 29, 1933, in McCarr, Kentucky, Freeda was a daughter of Holland and Mamie (Whaley) Hawkins.
A feisty lady, Freeda was "quite" the driver and loved playing practical jokes on everyone. She also had several collections of...
Brian Lee Ingles
Oct 11, 2025
INGLES
Brian Lee Ingles, age 60, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, quiet strength, and countless miles traveled – both on the road and in the hearts of those who knew him.
Born in Washington Court House on October 5, 1965, Brian found his calling early...
Rhett Courtney
Oct 9, 2025
Our gentle giant, Rhett, gave us ten unforgettable years of love, loyalty, and the world's best couch cuddles. Rhett's heart was as big as his paws, and the space he filled in our lives can never be replaced. We will miss his slow tail wags, the sound of him trotting down the hall, and the way he made every...
Rosemary (Pruitt) Bateman
Oct 7, 2025
BATEMAN
Rosemary Bateman, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dedicated caregiver, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Doctors Hospital West in Columbus. She was 77.
Born on April 23, 1948, in London, Ohio, Rosemary was the cherished daughter of the late Denny and Marie (Sparks) Pruitt.
Rosemary was a woman...

