Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes
Collection of obituaries from the communities of Hocking County, Athens County, and Vinton County in Ohio.
Brenda Kay Mace
Aug 14, 2025
Brenda (Kish) Mace, 72, of Nelsonville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Born July 28, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Vincent “Hook” Kish and Madelyn (Matheny) Kish of Chauncey, Ohio.
Brenda worked at Lawhead Press and eventually retired from Ohio University as a Printing Press Operator.
Those who knew Brenda...
Sandra K. Starr
Aug 10, 2025
Sandra K. Starr, 74, of Grove City, passed away at her home on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Sandra was born on September 23, 1950, in Williamson, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Mike and Jenny (Spalding) Creamens. She was married to the late Larry E. Starr Sr.
Sandra worked at Meijer for 15 years prior to her retirement.
Sandra is survived...
Gary Scott Grant
Aug 9, 2025
Gary Scott Grant, 67, of Nelsonville, passed away on August 9, 2025 after a long courageous battle. Gary was born August 1, 1958, at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, to the late Willard “Bud” and Eulla Rose (Shoemake) Grant. He was married for 42 years to Carla (Oakley) Grant, who survives.
Gary served in the United States Navy and...
Larry E. Clary
Aug 7, 2025
Larry E. Clary, 85, of McArthur, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Jenkins Care Community in Wellston. He was born May 24, 1940, in Eagle Mills, Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Rev. Otis and Pearl Tatman Clary. Larry was married for 50 years to the late Beverly “Kay” Haburn Clary, who passed away July 19, 2016.
Larry retired...
Gretchen M. Karl
Aug 6, 2025
It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Gretchen M. (Ward) Karl, who departed this life peacefully on August 6, 2025, at the age of 82, surrounded by family and love.
Born in Athens, Ohio, on February 1, 1943, Gretchen was a woman of strength, grace, and quiet wisdom. A loving mother, sister, and friend, she...
Elizabeth "Libby" Ann Pickell
Aug 5, 2025
Elizabeth “Libby” Ann Pickell, 38, of McArthur, passed away at her home on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Libby was born on April 6, 1987, in Athens, the daughter of Lisa Coffey.
Libby is survived by her mom, Lisa; daughter, Morgan (Isiah Tackett) Wallace; brothers, Dustin Coffey and Everett Sweeney; aunts and uncle, Jessica (Ron) Nicholson, Kaylena Coleman, and Jamie Coleman; nieces...
Karen Sue Lipp
Aug 5, 2025
Karen Sue Lipp, 75, of Corning, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the Pickering House in Lancaster. She was born on September 8, 1949, in Ashtabula, the daughter of the late Joseph and Genevieve (Day) Tamas. She was married to James Lipp Sr., who survives.
Karen was an amateur radio operator in Logan for many years, with the call...
Jose V. Alvarez
Aug 4, 2025
Jose V. Alvarez, 95, currently of Logan, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the Pickering House in Lancaster. Jose was born on February 25, 1930, in Cienfuegos, Cuba, the son of the late Belarmino and Barbara Alvarez.
Jose was the owner and operator of C&A motor parts in Merrellville, Indiana where he was known as Mopar Joe. He was...
Christopher Ray Reedy
Jul 30, 2025
Christopher Ray Reedy, age 68, of McArthur, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at the OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. He was born October 11, 1956, in McArthur, Ohio, son of the late Eldon Ray Reedy and his beloved mother Jacquelyn Sue Reedy.
Chris was a 1976 graduate of Vinton County High School. Chris was the biggest Beatles fan. He...
Wendell Dale "Wild Dog" Miller
Jul 27, 2025
Wendell Dale “Wild Dog” Miller, age 70, of McArthur, Ohio, passed away on July 27, 2025.
Born on July 16, 1955, in Marion, Ohio, Wendell was the beloved son of Raymond and Donna Miller and was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Carl and Rhoda Miller.
A proud former Marine, Wendell lived a life marked by strength, devotion, and a deep love for...
Marvin Lee Mace Jr.
Jul 24, 2025
Marvin Lee Mace Jr., 69, of McArthur, passed away at his home on Thursday, July 25, 2025. He was born on April 20, 1956, in McArthur, the son of Ida Elizabeth (Wigal) Mace and the late Marvin Lee Mace Sr.
Lee served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a wonderful uncle and would help anyone at any...
William "Bill" O'Del Conrad
Jul 24, 2025
William “Bill” O’Del Conrad, 74, of Logan, passed away at his home on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Bill was born on May 14, 1951, in Galion, Ohio, the son of the late Charley and Dorothy (Greter) Conrad. He was married for 27 years to Janet (Caldwell) Conrad who survives.
After high school, Bill served in the U.S. Army and was stationed...
Jeffrey Allen Remy
Jul 20, 2025
Jeffrey Allen Remy, 62, of McArthur, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus. Jeffrey was born on August 15, 1962, in Chillicothe, the son of the late Earl and Frances (Bryant) Remy. He was married to Darcus “Star” Remy who survives.
Jeffrey served in the U.S. Air Force as a security specialist. He...
Kelly Ann Hinkle
Jul 15, 2025
Kelly Ann Hinkle, 60, of Junction City, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at the Hocking Valley Community Hospital. She was born on November 30, 1964, in Lancaster, the daughter of the late Saundra Kay (Kelly) Voits and Dzilis Edvin “Zeke” Voits. She was married to Sam Hinkle who survives.
Kelly was a nurse at Embassy of Logan. She also...
Dianne Alice Alford
Jul 13, 2025
Dianne Alice Alford, 75, of Logan, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, surrounded by family at her home. She was born on May 18, 1950, in Wahpeton, North Dakota, the daughter of the late Albert and Alice (Wolters) Pinney. Dianne shared 57 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Walter “Butch” Alford, who survives.
Dianne was a 1968 graduate of...
Daniel James DeBacker
Jul 5, 2025
Daniel J. DeBacker, 69, of New Plymouth, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Maple Hills in McArthur. He was born March 20, 1956, in Escanaba, Michigan, the son of the late Louise S. Heynssens DeBacker.
Growing up on a small farm in Bucyrus, Ohio, Dan learned much about farming and hunting from his grandfather, Emil DeBacker. He attended Colonel...
Lee Huntley-Daft
Jul 1, 2025
Lee Huntley-Daft, 84, of New Plymouth, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born July 18, 1940, in Athens, Ohio, daughter of the late John W. “Jack” and Louise Bailey Parfitt.
Lee owned and operated Huntley Trucking for 53 years. She was a member of the McArthur Eagles EARIE #2279; the New Plymouth...
Shelby Jean Fidler
Jun 29, 2025
Shelby J. (Blake) Fidler would like her friends, family, and fellow sojourners in the High Calling of Christ to know, her work on earth is done. She has genuinely fought a good fight and has kept the faith; she now resides in the presence of her First Love, in a place lovingly called ‘Home’ (known as heaven by many). Her...
Colt Jacob Thompson
Jun 28, 2025
Colt Jacob Thompson, 41, of Nelsonville, passed away at his home on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Colt was born on January 18, 1984, in Lancaster, the son of Lanette (Bownes) Blair and Roger Thompson Jr.
Colt loved sports! He was a big fan and supporter of the Logan Chieftains and of Ohio State Football. Colt also received many accolades in high...
Judy Lee
Jun 23, 2025
Judy Lee, 79, of Dublin, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Friendship Village of Dublin. She was born on July 24, 1945, in Lake Forest, Illinois, daughter of the late Dr. Arnold R. and Janet (Rutherford) Lee.
Judy is survived by her sister, Stephanie Rishel; nieces, Holly (Jamie) Mason, Kristin (Tom) Shuman, Sarah (Aaron Thomas) Rishel, and Ellen (Tuyen)...
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