Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes
Collection of obituaries from the communities of Hocking County, Athens County, and Vinton County in Ohio.
Frederick Michael Wright
Oct 31, 2025
Frederick Michael Wright, 78 years old, of Dayton, Ohio, formerly McArthur, Ohio, passed away on October 31, 2025, after a decade spent fighting COPD.
Fred was born in Hancock, Michigan on September 26, 1947. His family lived up north in Copper Country enjoying the great outdoors until his father, who was in the Marine Corps, was stationed at several different bases...
Deborah Kay Hatfield
Nov 19, 2025
Deborah Kay Hatfield, 64, of Nelsonville, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at her home. She was born on August 8, 1961, daughter of the late Gerald Blair and Arvella (Johnson) Lehman. She was married to the late Robert L. Hatfield Jr.
Deborah was a big fan of Harley Davidson and Willie Nelson, and could almost always be seen wearing...
Martha Prater
Nov 18, 2025
Martha Prater, 86, of Hamden, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at her residence. She was born November 19, 1938, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late Raymond and Ada Patterson Walker. Martha was married for over 62 years to the late Carles E. Prater.
She was unapologetically herself—authentic, bold, and unwavering in her spirit. Anyone who knew her knew her...
Bill Raymond Denney
Nov 16, 2025
Bill Raymond Denney, 54, of Columbus, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 16, 2025. Bill was born on August 27, 1971, in Columbus, the son of William C. Denney and the late Marlene M. (Baylis) Denney.
Bill loved working in the yard; flowers, gardening, and mowing. He also loved all holiday decorations and often liked them to stay up...
Cecilia "Ceci" Celeste Black
Nov 14, 2025
Cecilia “Ceci” Celeste Calvin Black, age 78, of McArthur, Ohio passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on August 8, 1947, in Athens, Ohio, to her late parents, Cecil Calvin and Margaret Douglas and was raised by her late grandparents, Lawrence and Leona Calvin. After graduating from...
Gene Cherry
Nov 10, 2025
Dale Eugene “Gene” Cherry, 78, of Logan, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025, at the Ohio State East Hospital in Columbus. Gene was born on March 14, 1947, in McArthur, the son of the late Frank and Mary (McGlothlin) Cherry. He was married to Debbie (Hammond) Cherry, who survives.
Gene was a 1965 graduate of Union Furnace High School. He...
Ralph "Sam" Coffey Jr.
Nov 9, 2025
Ralph “Sam” Lewis Coffey Jr, 57, of Nelsonville, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Sam was born on February 14, 1968, in Nelsonville, the son of Sylvia (Marstiller) Coffey and the late Ralph Coffey Sr.
Sam loved hunting, fishing, and racing. Sam was known as the most devoted fan and supporter of his nieces' and nephews' sports...
Sherrie Faye DeLong
Nov 1, 2025
Sherrie Faye DeLong, 62, of Columbus, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at McNaughten Pointe in Columbus. Sherrie was born on October 6, 1963, in Columbus, the only daughter of Marjorie (Guess) Jarrell and Bill Jarrell. She was married to the late Rick DeLong.
Sherrie was a good Christian girl and loved to read and talk about the Bible. She...
Jeremy Lee Johnson
Oct 28, 2025
Jeremy Lee Johnson, 48, of Nelsonville, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, doing what he loved — driving his semi.
Jeremy was a proud graduate of Nelsonville-York High School and the Tri-County Career Center. He was the son of the late Richard Johnson and is survived by his loving wife, Rita Johnson, his mother, Cindy Johnson, and his...
Prentiss Hatfield
Oct 27, 2025
Prentiss “Penny” Hatfield, 75, of Logan, passed away at his home on Monday, October 27, 2025. Penny was born on June 25, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of the late Robert “Bob” and Dencie (Gobel) Hatfield. He was married to the late Pauline Ida (Gang) Hatfield.
Penny enjoyed playing cards, golfing, and watching wrestling on TV.
Penny is survived by his...
Donald Lee Pack
Oct 24, 2025
Donald Lee Pack, 80, of Millfield, passed away at his home on Friday, October 24, 2025. Don was born on July 2, 1945, in Williamston, West Virginia, the son of the late Henry and Dona (Sluss) Pack. Don was married to Marilyn (Barnes) Pack who survives.
Don was a retired Union Brick Layer and a master craftsman. He was well loved,...
Kymberly Moina Lutz
Oct 21, 2025
Kymberly “Buckeye” Moina Lutz, 62, of McArthur, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at her residence. She was born March 12, 1963, in Trenton, Michigan, daughter of James Allen Ross of Cheboygan, Michigan and the late Clara Jeanne Pitts Ross.
As a devoted Ohio State Buckeye fan, Kymberly’s love of sports ran deep, whether cheering on Ohio State or catching any...
George Edwin Johnston
Oct 16, 2025
George Edwin “Eddie” Johnston, 78, of Haydenville, passed away at his home on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Eddie was born on July 23, 1947, in Kingsport, Tennessee, son of the late Harry J. and Victoria E. (Napier) Johnston. He was married for 58 years to Betty Jane (Bentley) Johston who survives.
Eddie was a devout Christian and loved the Lord. He...
Dexter Douglas Conrad
Oct 15, 2025
Dexter Douglas Conrad, 71, of Nelsonville, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Mt Carmel East, Columbus. Dexter was born on May 10, 1954, in Nelsonville, son of the late Paul and Marcia (Dexter) Conrad.
Dexter was an avid sports fan, especially of the Bengals, Reds, and Buckeyes. He was a member of the Greater Works Outreach Worship Center in...
Rita Lynn Baughman
Oct 14, 2025
Rita Lynn Baughman, 72, of Nelsonville, was called to the Lord, surrounded by family, on October 14, 2025. She was born on August 3, 1953, in Nelsonville, the only daughter of the late Bernard and Roberta (Taylor) Carter. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Robert “Bob” Baughman.
Rita was a 1971 graduate of Nelsonville-York High School and was...
Charles F. Gordon Jr.
Oct 10, 2025
Charles Franklin Gordon Jr, 73, of Sugar Grove, passed away at his home on Friday, October 10, 2025. Charles was born on July 17, 1952, in Lancaster, the son of the late Charles Franklin and Barbara Louwana (Freeman) Gordon Sr. He was married to Edna (Barnett) Gordon who survives.
Charles was a 1971 graduate of Berne Union High School, and he...
Manuel Lee Aldridge
Oct 9, 2025
Reverend Manuel Lee Aldridge, 90, of Londonderry, went to meet his Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Lee was born in Ironton on March 19, 1935, and was the son of the late Cecil and Charlotte Mae (Howell) Aldridge. He married the late Mary Margaret (Crank) Aldridge on August 1, 1953. Lee was a true soldier for the...
Paul Alan Cook
Oct 7, 2025
Paul Alan Cook, 64, of Carbon Hill, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at his home. Alan was born on January 21, 1961, in Logan, the son of Kay (Turner) and the late Paul Cook.
Alan was a hardworking man. He owned and operated T & A Excavating and was a longtime Ward Township Trustee. Alan was always there for...
Christy Sue McWilliams
Oct 5, 2025
Christy Sue McWilliams, 62, of Nelsonville, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at her home. She was born on October 26, 1962, in Waverly, the daughter of the late Eugene Homer and Barbara Jean (Poling) McWilliams. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Pitre, who she was with for over 40 years.
In addition to Joseph, Christy is survived by...
Caleb Brian Hoffecker
Oct 3, 2025
In the Father’s infinite wisdom, He called Caleb Brian Hoffecker home to His side on Friday, October 3, 2025. Caleb was a miracle child, the only surviving child of Roger and Martha Hoffecker. Caleb was born December 12, 1999.
From the beginning, his beautifully unique personality shined through. He was blessed with a creative flair and artistic talent, always striving for...
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