Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes

Jan 24, 2024

Julia Ann Howe Mechem, 87, of Nelsonville, passed away January 24, 2024, at her home. She was born November 6, 1936, in Logan, Ohio, the daughter of Ralph Charles and Amy Belle Finsterwald Howe. Julia was married to Wm. Mark Mechem who survives.

She was a graduate of Nelsonville High School, Class of 1954 and a member...

Jan 23, 2024

Thomas Howard Charles Barnett, 75, of McArthur, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at his residence.  He was born December 25, 1948, in Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Clarence and Pauline Miller Barnett.  Tom was married to the late Rhonda Denise McDaniel Barnett.

He was a retired timberman and truck driver.  Tom became a Christian...

Jan 20, 2024

Glendon Ray “Ringo” Prater left this world on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at the residence of his niece, Carlotta Hensler.  Born on July 23, 1953, to the late Melvin and Pearlie Hale Prater.  Glen was the youngest of Melvin and Pearlie’s five sons, Troy James, Billy Joe, Harles Junior and Carles Eugene, who have all passed.

Glen...

Jan 19, 2024

Sarah Lynn Frazier, 64, of Nelsonville, Ohio was called home to her Lord and Savior on January 19, 2024, while surrounded by her loving family. Sarah was born in 1959 in Nelsonville, Ohio to Margaret (Stedwill) and Harley Joe Hubble.

Sarah was a 1978 graduate of Nelsonville-York High School. After high school, Sarah would go on to...

Jan 18, 2024

Linda Marie McNabb, 75, of Mansfield, Ohio, formerly of Logan, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Lexington Court, Mansfield. Linda was born January 23, 1948, in Licking County, the daughter of the late Jean Dysart Dennis and Frank Smith.

Linda will be remembered for her kindness, faithfulness, and love. She also had a strong love...

Jan 17, 2024

Dana Ray Edwards, 70, of Rockbridge, passed away at his home on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Dana was born May 31, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of the late Albert and Donna Edwards.  He was married to Cynthia (Carpenter) Edwards who survives.

Dana was a man large in stature with an even bigger heart. He worked...

Jan 14, 2024

Shirley Ann (Norris) Koker, 89, of Nelsonville, died peacefully on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at 9:23 am. Shirley was born on August 20, 1934, in Athens, the daughter of the late Ralph and Ruth (Downard) Norris. She was the widow of the late Ralph Koker Jr.

Shirley was a 1953 graduate of Athens High School. Shirley handled...

Jan 11, 2024

Gregory L. Huston, 60, of Logan, passed away at home on Thursday, January 11, 2024. Greg was born on March 4, 1963, in Logan, the son of the late Robert L. and Joan (Ruff) Huston. He was married to Barbara J. (Thompson) Huston who survives.

Greg was married to his high school sweetheart for over 41 years.  ...

Jan 10, 2024

Earl Ray Campbell, 85, of Millfield, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Hickory Creek Nursing Center in The Plains, Ohio.  He was born November 19, 1938, in Murray City, Ohio, son of the late James A. and Iva L. Christian Campbell.  Earl was married to the late Lois Jean Davis Campbell.

He was an avid outdoorsman...

Jan 9, 2024

Patricia Ann Brady, 82, of Hamden, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at her residence.  She was born November 10, 1941, in Chesapeake, Ohio, daughter of the late Clifford London and Virginia Ellen Cowee Riley.  Patricia was the widow of the late Jackie Weldon Brady.

She was a member of Allensville Church of Christ and worked at...

Jan 8, 2024

Franklin “Frank” Wayne Keeney, 60, of Chauncey, passed away at his home on Monday, January 8, 2024. Frank was born July 10, 1963, in Athens, the son of the late, Franklin D. and Linda Joyce (Stalling) Keeney.

Frank worked for many years for McKee Auto Parts.

Frank is survived by his daughter, Holly Keeney (Eric...

Jan 7, 2024

Donald Henry “Barlow” Calvert, 88, of Buchtel, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Kimes in Athens. Barlow was born on August 15, 1935, in Buchtel, the son of the late Henry and Clara Calvert.

Barlow had a heart of gold. He enjoyed running errands for people and helping out wherever he could. He also loved...

Jan 5, 2024

John Anthony Taylor Sullivan, 33, of Buchtel, passed away at his home on Friday, January 5, 2024. Taylor was born on September 14, 1990, in Athens, the son of Pam (Bowers) Sullivan and the late John Anthony “Tony” Sullivan.

Taylor is survived by his mom, Pam; son, Kyle Sullivan; brother, William “Billy” (Jamie) Williamson; grandparents, John L....

Jan 3, 2024

Patricia Marie Whitehead, 71, of Glouster, a beloved Mother, Grandmother & Great-Grandmother went to be with the Lord on January 3, 2024.  She was born March 23, 1952, in Akron, Ohio.

She was a loved bartender at The Fraternal Order of the Eagles in Glouster, OH where she offered comfort, laughter and “really good drinks” to its...

Jan 2, 2024

Carolyn A. Wilson, 86, of New Lexington, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Genesis Hospital, Zanesville. She was born April 24, 1937, in Buchtel, the daughter of the late Elden Vincent “Yie” and Edith “Jeane” (Kirkendall) McQuaid.

Carolyn retired from Goodyear in Logan. Carolyn was the matriarch of her beloved family and will be dearly...

Jan 1, 2024

Kathryn Jean Scherbarth, 101, of Toledo, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024, at Hickory Creek of Athens. Kathryn was born September 12, 1922, in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of the late Huber L. and Maude (Matzinger) Henley. She married the late Dr. R. E. Scherbarth on December 24, 1941, and they were married for 62 years until he...

Dec 31, 2023

Laura May Arnett, 79, of Logan, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at the Pickering House, Lancaster. She was born August 8, 1944, in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of the late Lafe Junior and Betty Ruth (Moore) Barnett.

Laura was a member of Advent Christian Church of Rockbridge. She was very active at the Embassy of...

Dec 30, 2023

Marilyn A. Kistler Harper, 89, of Logan, passed away at her home on Saturday, December 30, 2023. She was born May 20, 1934, in Lancaster, Ohio, the daughter of the late Albert Eugene and Eileen Botts Kistler.

Marilyn is survived by her sons, Mark (Lisa) Harper of Anna, Illinois, James Harper of Logan, and Bill (Tami) Harper...

Dec 27, 2023

James “Jim” R. Ballenger Jr., 83, of Logan, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at his residence.  He was born December 2, 1940, in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late James Raymond and Opal Marie Williams Ballenger Sr.  Jim was married to Debra Ann Grile Ballenger, who survives.

He retired from ABF Freight in Columbus as a...

Dec 27, 2023

William Boyd Wright Sr., 76, of McArthur, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay, Ohio. He was born March 15, 1947, in Albany, the son of the late Brice Wright and Georgia E. Fraley.

William was a logger and timber cutter, who was a hard worker every day of his life.