Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes

Aug 1, 2022

Amy E. Puckett, 80, of Ray, Ohio, passed away at her home on Monday, August 1, 2022. Amy was born November 29, 1941, in Allensville, the daughter of the late Charles Stewart and Florence (Nichols) Murdock. She was the widow of the late Donald E. Puckett, her husband of 60 years.

Amy’s greatest joy was her children,...

Jul 28, 2022

Damen Christopher Steenrod, 44, of Nelsonville, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022, in Logan. Damen was born March 12, 1978, in Athens, the son of the late Dale E. and Debby Lynn (Tolliver) Steenrod.

Damen was a 1997 graduate of Nelsonville York High School and attended Hocking College. He worked at The Mine Tavern in...

Jul 27, 2022

Patricia L. Chilcote, 66, of Nelsonville, passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at O’Bleness Hospital, Athens.  She was born on December 3, 1955, in Lancaster, the daughter of the late James and Opal (Canter) Wolfe.  She was married for 50 years to William “Ed” Chilcote who survives.

Pat was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and care...

Jul 23, 2022

Kathleen Faye Church, 56, of McArthur, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis.  She was born August 14, 1965, in Columbus, the daughter of the late Patrick Bond and Faye (Hunter) Church.

Kathy is survived by a sister, Sheena Church of Illinois; and cousins, Brenda Laferty of McArthur and Virginia Garten...

Jul 20, 2022

Donna Ruth Stevens, 74, of McArthur, passed away at her home on Wednesday, July 20, 2022.  Donna was born April 12, 1948, in Columbus, the daughter of the late Melvin Frank and Mary Catherine (Heflin) Herald.  Donna was married for 56 years to Paul Stevens who survives.

In addition to her husband, Donna is survived by her...

Jul 20, 2022

Eva Joyce Brewer, 73, of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at Pickaway Manor Nursing Home in Circleville.  She was born July 30, 1948, in Cincinnati, Ohio, daughter of the late John L. and Anna F. Johnson Brewer.

She retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. after 32 years of service and was a member of...

Jul 18, 2022

Jasper Allen Bateman, 39, of Nelsonville, pulled out of the dock alone on Monday, July 18, 2022, and is rolling down the river solo.  He was born October 21, 1982, in Lancaster, Ohio, son of Ed and Sue Arthur Bateman, who survive.

Jasper’s heart was so big, this world couldn’t handle him.  He respected and loved every...

Jul 15, 2022

Mary Ellen Woltz, 73, of Ray, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2022, at Adena Regional Medical Center, Chillicothe.  She was born on December 15, 1948, in Vinton County, the daughter of the late Burman Stewart and Virginia (Waldren) McClaskey.  She was married to James Woltz who survives.

Mary was a bus driver for Vinton County Local...

Jul 11, 2022

Charles “Bud” Roger Peters, 83, of McArthur, passed away Monday, July 11, 2022, at OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital in Athens.  He was born September 7, 1938, in Prattsville, Ohio, son of the late Clyde E. and Goldie Reeves Peters.  Bud was married to the late Marlene Faye McDonald Peters.

He formerly owned and operated the McArthur BP and...

Jul 10, 2022

Michael James “Jay”  Sinnott, 48, of Logan, passed away Sunday, July 10, 2022, at his residence.  He was born March 29, 1974, in Logan, Ohio, son of Harold “Tub” Sinnott of Logan and the late Nancy McClelland Sinnott.

He was a self-employed property owner and formerly worked for Walmart.

In addition to his father, Jay...

Jul 8, 2022

Roy “RC” Coleman, 72, of McArthur, passed away Friday, July 8, 2022, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.  He was born December 31, 1949, in Pikeville, Kentucky, son of the late Jesse and Pansy Hopkins Coleman.  RC was married to Rebecca White Coleman, who survives.

He was a retired Coal Miner and a member of Truth Church...

Jul 7, 2022

William “Sleepy” Ray Welch, 74, of The Plains, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022, at his home.  Sleepy was born December 17, 1947, in Columbus, the son of the late Walter and Betty Jean (Powell) Welch.

Sleepy served for many years with the Combined Color Guard on many Veteran funeral ceremonies.

Sleepy is survived...

Jun 29, 2022

William Filmore Blankenship Jr., 53, of McArthur, passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at his residence.  He was born January 24, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio, son of William Filmore Blankenship Sr. of McArthur, and the late Carole Rife Blankenship.

William is survived by his brother, June Bug (Patty) Blankenship of Circleville, sister, Elizabeth Copley of McArthur and...

Jun 28, 2022

John Edward Lawhorn, 64, of Nelsonville, passed away at his home on Tuesday, June 28, 2022.  John was born April 16, 1958, in Barberton, Ohio, the son of the late Junior Basil and Rose Mary (Elliott) Lawhorn.

John worked for many years as a carpenter.  He enjoyed fishing and Harleys.  He could fix anything and always enjoyed...

Jun 26, 2022

Margo E. Simpson, 85, of Logan, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2022, at her residence.  She was born August 22, 1936, in Jersey City, New Jersey, daughter of the late Richard and Elizabeth Hyde West.  Margo was married to Edgar “Bud” Simpson, who survives.

She was a retired social worker, a member of the Red Hat Society...

Jun 26, 2022

Paul A. Davis, 82, of Nelsonville, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at Embassy of Logan.  He was born October 2, 1939, in Nelsonville, the son of the late David W. and Mildred (Buck) Davis.

Paul served in the U.S. Air Force where he was stationed in Korea.  He worked for the Logan Cable Company and...

Jun 25, 2022

Norman H. Powell, age 89 of McArthur, Ohio, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Saturday, June 25, 2022 following a period of declining health.  He passed into the arms of his loving Savior while at home surrounded by his loving wife and family.

Born January 1, 1933 in Coalton, OH,...

Jun 24, 2022

Ulysses Grant “Jake” Coleman, 74, of McArthur, went to Heaven to see Jesus and all his family and friends on Friday, June 24, 2022, in Cincinnati, Ohio.  He was born April 6, 1948, in Pikeville, Kentucky and was the son of the late Lora and Elsie T. Collins Coleman.  Jake was married for 51 years to Connie L. Barron...

Jun 21, 2022

JoAnn Woolum, 81, of Glouster, ascended to heaven June 21 st , 2022, to receive her much anticipated hug from Jesus. JoAnn was the best mother in the whole world and a friend to all.  JoAnn and her late husband, Charles Ray Woolum, agreed to meet on the moon when it was her turn to leave her earthly body....

Jun 18, 2022

Jodi Michelle Ridenour, 42, of Athens, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.  She was born December 22, 1979, in Columbus, the daughter of Doris (McClung) Farthing and the late Charles Farthing Sr.

In addition to her mother, Jodi is survived by her brothers, Charles Farthing Jr. of Athens, Mark (Ashley...