Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes
Collection of obituaries from the communities of Hocking County, Athens County, and Vinton County in Ohio.
Harold C. Cosper
Oct 23, 2026
Harold C. Cosper, 96, of Logan, passed away Friday, October 23, 2026, at his residence. He was born April 2, 1930, in Wynona, Oklahoma, son of the late Dave C. and Ardith L. Grayum Cosper. Harold was married for 72 years to Jacqueline L. Waggoner Cosper, who survives.
He owned and operated Cosper Well Service, J and H Oil, U-Lock Mini...
Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Boyer
Oct 19, 2026
Cynthia “Cindy” Ann Boyer, 74, of Westerville, passed away at her home on Monday, October 19, 2026, after a 25 year courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. She was born on January 1, 1952, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Carl D. and Mary F. (Childress) Howard. Cindy is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Jack Boyer.
Cindy was...
Linda Joann Forrest
Oct 19, 2026
Linda Joann Forrest, 65, of McArthur, passed away Monday, October 19, 2026, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. She was born January 7, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late Jack and Carol Colmar Mash. Linda was married to Jerry L. “Buster” Forrest, who survives.
Linda was a vibrant soul who brought warmth and color into...
Paul Roger Malone
Oct 16, 2026
Paul Roger Malone, 83, of Hamden, passed away Friday, October 16, 2026, at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. He was born April 14, 1943, in Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Clarence and Garnett Sizemore Malone. Paul was married to the late Connie Grace Cook Malone.
Paul retired from Austin Powder Company after 44 years and was a member of...
Charles "Bob" Day
Oct 7, 2026
Charles "Bob" Day, 87, of Nelsonville, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He was born on October 13, 1938. In accordance with Bob's wishes, no visitation will be held and a memorial will be scheduled for a later date. Arrangements are with the Souers Cardaras Funeral Home, 46 Fayette St, Nelsonville. Please sign his online guestbook at www.cardaras.com
Betty Marie Barney
Sep 22, 2026
Betty Marie Nida Barney of Creola passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2026. She was born May 12, 1957, in West Hamlin, West Virginia, daughter of the late Willie and Arnie Nida. Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, Roger Barney.
Betty was a wonderful woman who loved and was loved by all. She retired from the...
Mary Theresa Wolf
Sep 21, 2026
Mary Theresa Wolf, 82, of Wellston, passed away Monday, September 21, 2026, at her residence. She was born May 10, 1944, in Teaneck, New Jersey, daughter of the late Lloyd Sherod and Theresa Mary Appendino Carr.
Mary was a strong, independent, and forward-thinking woman with a loving and generous heart. She had a deep compassion for those who needed care and...
William Douglas Coe
Sep 20, 2026
William Douglas “Doug” Coe, 54, of Carbon Hill, passed away at his home on Sunday, September 20, 2026. He was born on January 1, 1972, in Nelsonville, the son of the late Artie Dennis and Sharon Araette (Seals) Coe. He was married to Krissy Larsen who survives.
Doug loved music of any kind and KISS was one of his favorites. He...
Karen Ann Smith
Sep 16, 2026
Karen Ann Smith, 53, of McArthur, passed away at her home on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Karen was born on December 13, 1972, in Marietta, the daughter of the late Tommy Smith Jr. and Linda (Stevens) Smith. Karen grew up and spent most of her life in St. Mary’s, West Virginia.
Karen loved keeping busy with cross-stitch, refinishing furniture, making her...
Jean Ann Bush
Sep 13, 2026
Jean Ann Bush, 83, of Lancaster, formerly of Logan, passed away at her home on Sunday, September 13, 2026. She was born on November 28, 1942, in Elkins, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Noel and Marion (Myers) Morrison. She was the widow of the late Charles L. Bush.
Jean is survived by her daughters, Melissa (Mike) Johnson of Sharps...
Gilbert L Messer
Sep 9, 2026
Gilbert L Messer.64, of Logan, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the Pickering House in Lancaster. He was born May 31, 1962, in Logan, West Virginia, to the late Gilbert Messer and Evon (Brewer) Messer.
Gilbert enjoyed hunting and fishing. Loved being outdoors. But when it came to watching television and his way of thinking, the old movies were the...
Robert Kenneth Robinette Sr.
Sep 9, 2026
Robert K. Robinette Sr, 91, of Nelsonville, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the Laurels of Athens. He was born on August 21, 1935, in Doanville, the son of the late Harley and Goldie (Speelman) Robinette.
He worked for many years at Chase Manufacturing in Columbus. Robert loved hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He also loved motorcycles, racing motorcycles,...
Steven Edward Hawver
Sep 4, 2026
Steven Edward Hawver, age 64, passed away on September 4, 2026, in Nelsonville, Ohio. He was born on August 28,1962, in Tacoma, Washington, a son of the late Burl Hawver and Roselea Lowers.
He graduated from Williamstown High School in 1980 and served in the US Army.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Rebecca Goertler.
He is survived by daughters, Dylan...
Bette Ann Bryan
Sep 2, 2026
Bette Ann Bryan, 72, of Logan, passed away at her home on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. She was born on October 21, 1953, in Columbus, the daughter of the late Robert and Ruth (Hodge) Law. She was the widow of the late John L. Bryan.
Bette was a 1971 graduate of Grandview Heights High School. She enjoyed camping, being outdoors, and...
Carolyn Victoria "Vikki" Goss
Sep 1, 2026
Carolyn Victoria “Vikki” Goss, 76, of Nelsonville, passed away at her home on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Vikki was born on May 2, 1950, in Cincinnati, the daughter of the late Harry Henry and Carolyn June (Pritchard) Oliver.
She worked for many years at the Nelsonville VFW Post # 3467. Vikki was ornery, would light up any room, and was always...
Candy Sue Howard
Aug 31, 2026
Candy Sue Howard, 68, of Athens, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026, at O’Bleness Hospital in Athens. Candy was born on December 2, 1957, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Carl and Mary (Childress) Howard.
She was a longtime member of the Nelsonville Wesleyan Church. Candy was a special person who touched many lives over the years. She appreciated...
Victoria "Vicki" Lynne Beckley
Aug 26, 2026
Victoria Lynne (Buhl) Beckley, 69, of McArthur died Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at home surrounded by family. She was born May 21, 1957, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Mary (Spino) Buhl and Richard Salvatore.
Vicki graduated from Oak Harbor (OH) high school in 1975 and attended The Ohio State University, where she was a member of Delta Zeta sorority. In...
Kyler Bryant Young
Aug 24, 2026
Kyler Bryant Young, 22, of Wellston, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026. He was born May 22, 2004, in Gallipolis, son of Timothy J. Faulkner.
Kyler was a member of the Army National Guard, worked at Buckeye Construction & Restoration in Wellston and enjoyed sports of all kinds.
In addition to his father, Tim; he is survived by his grandparents, Jerral and...
Carol Ann Knight
Aug 23, 2026
Carol Ann Knight, age 76, of The Plains, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at O’Bleness Hospital in Athens. Born May 16, 1950, in Athens, Carol was the daughter of the late James Albert Knight and Ila Marie (Ketzenbach) Knight-Jenkins.
Carol worked for many years at Athens Station and Club 33, where she built many lasting friendships. She enjoyed...
Bertell "Bert" Cordle
Aug 22, 2026
Bertell "Bert" Cordle, 84, of Stoutsville, Ohio, formerly of Rockbridge, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 22, 2026. He was a believer in our savior, Jesus Christ, and is running through the meadows of Heaven with his parents and siblings. He was born on March 31, 1942, in Cherokee, Kentucky, son of the late Monroe and Cynthia...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries when they are posted.