Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes

Jul 4, 2024

Loretta Wolford Clark, 60, of McArthur, passed away at her home on Thursday, July 4, 2024.  She was born on July 24, 1963, in Grundy, Virginia, the daughter of the late Christine Chaney Wolford.  Loretta was the widow of the late Mark Allen Clark.

Loretta is survived by her daughters, Tina (David) Sperry of McArthur and Amanda...

Jul 3, 2024

Lutrecia Lynne Justice, 68, of Haydenville, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.  She was born January 27, 1956, in Newark, Ohio, the daughter of the late Kenneth Willard Stump and Glenna Opal (Wigal) Bennett.  She was the widow of the late Steven Maywood Justice.

Lutrecia is survived by her daughters, Tonya (Donald) Charles of Newark and...

Jul 2, 2024

Donna Sue Dougherty, of Logan, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at Ohio State Hospital in Columbus. She was born on October 19, 1940 in Logan, to the late John and Dorothy (Leonard) Mowery.

Donna was a loving mother to all and a wonderful friend, and will be remembered for the great meals she loved to...

Jun 27, 2024

Pamela Louise “Pam” Simms, 62, of Nelsonville, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at her home. She was born August 22, 1961 in Athens, to the late Franklin D. and Linda Joyce (Stalling) Keeney.

Pamela is survived by her husband, Mike Simms; children, Shaune (Sara Carsey) Simms, Amanda (Brian) Douglas, and Nicole (Raymond) Cox; grandchildren, Austin...

Jun 25, 2024

Judith Bevins Kendrick, 82, of Londonderry, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at her residence.  She was born January 30, 1942, in Baltimore, Maryland, daughter of the late Chester Bevins and Myrtle Compton Bevins Tanner.  Judith was married for 62 years to Sammie Kendric, who survives.

She was a retired school cook and was a member of...

Jun 24, 2024

Richie Richards, also known as Dorothy Denney, 89, of Delaware, Ohio, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Grady Memorial Hospital, Delaware. She was born October 31, 1934, in Gallia County, Ohio, to the late David Gomer and Hazel Frances (Clark) Richards.

Richie was one of the first female school bus drivers in Columbus, and also...

Jun 20, 2024

Mary Evelyn Partee, born July 10, 1925, in McArthur, Ohio, passed away on June 20, 2024, while a resident of Edgewood Manor in Wellston.

Mary is survived by her daughter, Cynde (Gary) Wood; grandson, Joel (Meagan) Wood and great grandchildren, Abby, Jake and Nick.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernie, brother, Sherman...

Jun 18, 2024

Makaila Lynna Haye, 15, of Nelsonville, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.  She was born May 8, 2009, in Athens, Ohio.

Makaila was a student at Nelsonville York High School.  She was an avid animal lover and an exceptional writer.  She had a contagious smile and laugh.  She was well loved and will be missed dearly....

Jun 16, 2024

Kenneth Dean Ewing

Left this world to live with our Heavenly Father in the morning hours of June 16th, 2024.

He was surrounded by his family as he entered the arms of Jesus. Ken was an amazing person to all who knew him.

He spent his whole life helping...

Jun 14, 2024

Mason James White, 18, of New Plymouth, Ohio, passed away June 14, 2024, due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

Mason was born in Athens, Ohio on March 4, 2006, to Jacob Jedediah and Amy (Young) White.

Mason was preceded in death by grandparents, Russell and Sara White and David Young. He is survived...

Jun 14, 2024

Anna Lee Johnson, 85, of McArthur, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024, at Maple Hills Nursing Home. She was born June 15, 1938, in Knott County, Kentucky, daughter of the late Chester and Minnie (Conley) Collins.

She worked for many years for Austin Powder and more recently, Vinton County National Bank. Anna Lee was a member of...

Jun 10, 2024

Ricky Dane Phillips, 68, of Pomeroy, formerly of Nelsonville, passed away Monday, June 10, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Huntington, WV. He was born December 13, 1955, in Nelsonville, the son of Harry and Norma (Hook) Phillips.

Ricky is survived by the love of his life, Debbie Nelson; nieces and nephews, Vicky (Daryl) Smith, Penny (Gary)...

Jun 9, 2024

Geraldine Francis, 97, of Chillicothe, formerly of McArthur passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Pickaway Manor Nursing Home in Circleville.  She was born August 21, 1926, in Pikeville, Kentucky, daughter of the late George Washington and Winnie Virginia Davis May. Geraldine was the widow of the late Cecil Francis Jr.

She was a former hairdresser, worked...

Jun 7, 2024

Tamara Jayne “Tammy” Thomas, 65, of Sugar Grove, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at Luxe Care Center, in Lancaster. She was born September 1, 1958, in Columbus, the daughter of Leo Glenn and Ilah Irene (Jewell) Burritt.

Tammy was a graduate of Vinton County High School in 1976 and former President of the Berne Township...

Jun 4, 2024

Rita Anne Robinette, 83, of Nelsonville, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the Pickering House in Lancaster. She was born September 11, 1940, in Lancaster, the daughter of the late George and Onie (Buchanan) Kidder.

Rita retired from SEPTA Correctional Facility, Nelsonville, with 22 years of service. She worked as a cook, corrections officer, and...

Jun 3, 2024

Ralph Edward “Ed” Miller, 68, of Logan, passed away on June 3, 2024, at the Pickering House in Lancaster. Ed is “no longer in pain and without his cane.” He was born February 23, 1956, in Lancaster, the son of the late Harold Miller Jr. and Judith Bush Rosser Miller Thompson.

Ed was a lifetime member of...

Jun 3, 2024

Eric Lloyd Stewart, 72, of Logan, passed away peacefully, Monday, June 3, 2024, at the Kobacker House in Columbus, surrounded by his family.  He was born October 4, 1951, in Nelsonville, son of the late James Lloyd and Janice Arlene McVey Stewart.

Eric retired from Diamond Power in Lancaster, was a member of the First Presbyterian Church...

Jun 3, 2024

Willard Lewis O’Nail, 56, of Nelsonville, passed away on June 3, 2024, at his home. He was born June 24, 1967, in Nelsonville, the son of the late Clarence Willard and Phyllis Leora (Jewett) O’Nail. He was married to the love of his life, Kelli (Lowery) O’Nail who survives.

Willard was known for his great sense of...

Jun 2, 2024

Ricky A. Addington, 68, of Creola, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024, at the Pickering House in Lancaster.  He was born June 24, 1955, son of the late Lawrence and Delsie VanHoose Addington.  Ricky was married to the late Gail McMillin Addington.

He retried from the United States Postal Service.

Ricky is survived by his...

May 31, 2024

Poindexter “Dexter” Paul Toney, 81, of McArthur, passed away Friday, May 31st, 2024, peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born March 25, 1943, in West Virginia, the son of the late Robert and Bertha Toney.

Dexter served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.

Dexter is survived by...