Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes
Collection of obituaries from the communities of Hocking County, Athens County, and Vinton County in Ohio.
Melissa "Missy" Perez-Clement
Jul 20, 2026
Melissa “Missy” Ann Perez-Clement, 65, of Nelsonville, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026, at the Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus. She was born on August 8, 1960, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Quentin Alva and Retha Eileen (McDonald) Perez. Missy was married to Gregg Clement who survives.
Missy loved writing, crocheting, and making crafts. She was well...
Carl W. Williams Jr.
Jul 14, 2026
Carl W. Williams Jr., 72, of McArthur, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus from complications of pneumonia and kidney disease. He was born August 15, 1953, in Wellston, Ohio, son of the late Carl W. and Anna Lou Peck William Sr. Carl was married for 55 years to Toni Ellen...
David Nelson Hickey
Jul 11, 2026
David Nelson “Uncle Dave” Hickey, 71, of McArthur, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by family. He was born November 27, 1954, in Erie, Pennsylvania, son of the late Norman Andrew and Alene June Kimmy Hickey.
Dave was a 1973 graduate of Vinton County High School and dedicated much of his life to serving his community. He...
Monica Lynn Savage
Jul 10, 2026
Monica Lynn Savage, 43, of McArthur, passed away at her home on Friday, July 10, 2026. She was born on October 9, 1982, at Fort Polk, Louisiana, the daughter of Retired Army Sergeant First Class Bill Savage and Jackie Lucille (Courtney) Chambers.
Although not originally from Vinton County, Monica has considered McArthur her home since high school. She briefly moved to...
Larry George Aurand
Jul 10, 2026
Larry George Aurand, 89, of Logan, passed away at his home on Friday, July 10, 2026. He was born on July 29, 1936, in Hocking County, the son of the late Frank E. “Ernie” and Alta Jane (Johnson) Aurand. George was married to the late Dorothy “Pat” (Conrad) Aurand.
George served in the US Army. He retired from GE in Logan...
John Andrew Kearns
Jul 7, 2026
John Andrew Kearns, 74, of Logan, passed away at his home on Sunday, July 7, 2026. John was born on November 7,1951, in Columbus, the son of the late William “Bill” James and Leta Jane (Robertson) Kearns.
John served as an M.P. in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He worked as a prison guard in Nelsonville. His biggest joy...
John Nicholas Funk
Jul 6, 2026
John Nicholas Funk, 87, of Logan, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. He was born November 5, 1938, in Hocking County, Ohio, son of the late Joe and Ruth Bowers Funk. John was married for 46 years to Margie E. Jackson Funk, who survives.
John retired from Columbus Gas of...
William "Bill" Ashley Smith
Jul 6, 2026
William “Bill” Ashley Smith, 82, of Lancaster, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026, at OhioHealth O’Bleness Memorial Hospital in Athens, Ohio. He was born August 29, 1943, in Washington, D.C., son of the late Parker Wiley and Angela Matilda Soares Smith. Bill was married to the late Rebecca Ann Windle Smith.
He proudly served his country as a veteran of the...
Christina Drew Kennard Andrews
Jul 5, 2026
Christina Drew Kennard Andrews, passed away peacefully at OhioHealth O’Bleness Memorial Hospital on Sunda, July 5, 2026. She was born January 11, 1938, in Carbondale, Ohio, daughter of the late Denver Kennard and Garnet Robinson Kennard Hawkins.
Raised in Carbondale, Ohio, with the held of her beloved grandparents, David and Nora Mace Kennard, Christina graduated from Waterloo High School in 1956...
Bert Frederick
Jul 4, 2026
Bert Frederick, 57, of McConnelsville, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Bert was born on March 1, 1969, in Wooster, Ohio, to the late Bruce and Blanche (Charles) Frederick.
Bert was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend who loved his family deeply. He will be remembered for the love he had for those closest to him, the memories he...
Dolores "Dolly" Jean Cozart
Jul 3, 2026
Dolores Jean “Dolly” Cozart, 70, of Nelsonville, unexpectedly passed away Friday, July 3, 2026, at OhioHealth O’Bleness Memorial Hospital in Athens, Ohio. She was born June 4, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late Robert Maywood and Dolores Marie Bien Cozart.
Dolly graduated from Brookhaven High School, class of 1974 and The Ohio State University in 1993, Magnum Cum Laude...
Kathy Lynn Sinnott
Jul 2, 2026
Kathy Lynn Sinnott, 60, of Orville, formerly of Logan, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Aultman Orrville Hospital. Kathy was born on January 28, 1966, in Logan, the daughter or Harold Sinnott and the late Patricia Anna (Blair) Sinnott.
Kathy is survived by her father; sister, Keely (Terry) Wharton of Rockbridge; uncle, David (Charlotte) Blair; cousin, Melissa Blair; nieces...
Michelle Lee Coulter
Jul 2, 2026
Michelle Lee Coulter, 54, of Washington, West Virginia, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the Ohio State University Medical Center. She was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Joseph Wilbert and Wanda Kay (Strother) Siburt of Perryopolis, Pennsylvania.
Michelle was a great Mom, and she loved being a nurse.
Michelle is survived by her parents; daughter, Sabrina (T.L.) Warren...
Dr. S. Louis Berta
Jun 29, 2026
Dr. S. Louis Berta, 96, of Logan, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at the Pickering House, Lancaster. He was born on November 17, 1929, in LeRoy, Ohio, the son of the Hungarian immigrants Frank and Barbara (Nagy) Berta. He was married for 56 years to the late Elizabeth “Betty” (Meyer) Berta.
Lou was a consummate toastmaster, with a big...
Phyllis Laura Morman
Jun 29, 2026
Phyllis Laura Morman, 92, of Nelsonville, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at The Laurels of Athens. She was born on January 25, 1934, in Athens County, the daughter of the late Emanuel and Grace (Devore) Crabtree. She was married to the late William Roger Morman Sr.
Phyllis was a longtime member of the Nelsonville Church of the Nazarene. She...
Edna Mae Levering
Jun 29, 2026
Edna Mae Levering, 94, of Nelsonville, passed away at her home on Monday, June 29, 2026. She was born on May 14, 1932, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Morris and Edith (Smith) Lowery. She was married to the late John James “Jim” Levering.
Edna previously worked at McBee’s in Athens. She spent many years as a cook for Nelsonville...
Sylvia A. Hanning
Jun 26, 2026
Sylvia A. Hanning, 91, of Nelsonville, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, at Ohio Health Hospice House, Columbus. She was born on September 10, 1934, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Etta (Hall) and Jess Matheny. Sylvia was married to the late Joe Hanning for 29 years.
Sylvia worked at the Nelsonville Kroger for 36 years and 20 years...
Steven Wayne Holdren
Jun 16, 2026
Steven Wayne Holdren, 64, of Logan, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster. He was born May 14, 1962, in Hocking County, Ohio, son of the late John E. and Bonna Mae Tolliver Holdren.
He was a believer in the teachings of Jehovah’s Witnesses and found great joy in spending time outdoors. An avid outdoorsman, he...
Stephanie Kuhn
Jun 15, 2026
Stephanie Kuhn loved by all went home to be with the Lord on June 15, 2026, in Lancaster Ohio. Stephanie blessed this world with her presence on March 6, 1966, and has continued to bless those around her throughout her life. She was the daughter of the late Oren Roger Kuhn Sr. and Connie Lee Ray Dufford. Stephanie was with...
Russell David Patrick
Jun 15, 2026
Russell David Patrick, 68, of New Plymouth, passed away Monday, June 15, 2026, at his residence. He was born June 6, 1958, in Logan, Ohio, son of Della D. Malone Patrick of New Plymouth and the late Russell Earl Patrick.
David was a retired truck driver and a member of the Army National Guard. He will be remembered for his wonderful...
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