Obituaries

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 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 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 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 11, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Margaret M. Charlton, also known affectionately as Peggy Charlton, on October 11, 2024. Born on September 30, 1949, in Fitchburg, MA, Margaret lived a life filled with love, compassion, and generosity. She was raised in Lunenburg and graduated from St. Bernard's High School in 1967. She...

Oct 11, 2024

STAMBAUGH

James Michael Stambaugh, 66, of London, flew safely into the arms of Jesus on Friday, October 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Born May 9, 1958, in Marysville; he was a son of James Monroe and Mary Belle (Wilson) Stambaugh.

A longtime faithful member of the London Nazarene Church, Jim retired...

Oct 1, 2024

GROVES

Jacqueline Ann "Jacqui" Groves, 64, of London, was called home on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in Springfield Regional Medical Center.

Born March 17, 1960, in Columbus, she was a daughter of Richard Gaylord Groves Sr. and Nancy Ann (Call) Groves.

A certified workaholic, Jackie enjoyed her careers working for both the State...

Sep 29, 2024

KENT

Michael Kent, 65, of London, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024, after enduring a long medical journey and was surrounded by his family.

Michael was born on March 30, 1959, in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany, the son of Richard Charles Kent and Helga Elisabeth Kent (nee Hieronymus).

Michael graduated in...

Sep 28, 2024

CRAWFORD

James Derek Crawford, 61, of Springfield, died unexpectedly on Saturday, September 28, 2024, in his residence.

Born January 23, 1963, in Springfield, he was a son of Willie James Crawford and Rosemary (Miller) Crawford.

A man of God, James was a long-time member of the Greater Grace Temple in Springfield. A jokester...

Sep 27, 2024

MINNER

Richard D. Minner, 88, of London, died Friday, September 27, 2024, in The Ohio State University Hospital.

Born March 29, 1936, in Plain City, Ohio, he was a son of Charles and Margaret (Kinney) Minner.

Dick retired in 1995, as the Chief of the London Fire Department after 38 years of service....

Sep 21, 2024

DELONG

James D. DeLong (Speedy) peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on March 15, 1938, in Pikeville, Kentucky, he was the son of James George DeLong and Clara Armina (Bloomfield).

James attended Madison South and was a member of the American Legion, the Eagles, and the VFW...

Sep 21, 2024

MCNARY

Mary Faye (Warnock) McNary, 88, of London, died Saturday, September 21, 2024, in the Madison Senior Living Community.

Born January 19, 1936, in Greenup, Kentucky, Mary was a daughter of William Warnock and Elizabeth (Fraley) Warnock. A graduate of London High School, Mary went on to work as a legal secretary before retiring as...