Obituaries

John D. Miller, Sr.

John David Miller, Sr., age 64, of Crooksville, Ohio, passed away January 30, 2025, at his residence. John was born on February 29, 1960, in Logan, Ohio to John E. and Carolyn Sue Miller.                               Funeral services will be announced when completed. Arrangements are being made by Heinlein-Brown[…]

Teresa J. Sowards

Teresa J. Sowards, age 63, of Pleasantville, Ohio, passed away February 1, 2025, at Fairfield Medical Center, Lancaster, Ohio. Teresa was born October 3, 1961, in Olympic, Washington to Richard O. and Valda J. Perry. She was devoted to her family; a very strong person with the[…]

William Coakley

William Coakley, 74, Logan, died Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, at his home with family by his side. Born Oct. 30, 1950, Bill was raised by his grandparents, Dorothy and Luther “Jud” Skiver in Haydenville. Bill loved spending time with family; working on everything; but his favorite thing[…]

Stephen M. “Mike” “Mick” Bishop

Stephen M. “Mike” “Mick” Bishop, age 82, of Nelsonville, Ohio, passed away February 1, 2025, at O’Bleness Hospital, Athens, Ohio. Mike was born January 18, 1943, in Nelsonville, Ohio to Thurman Bishop and Audrey Bateman Bishop. He worked at Goodyear in Logan, and Kerr Distributing in Athens;[…]

Henry Edward Todd

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Pop, Henry Edward Todd, who left us on February 1, 2025, at the age of 89 after a life filled with joy, love and laughter. Todd was a hardworking and dedicated man. Henry and[…]

Ivan “Jake” Crane

Ivan “Jake” Crane, born on May 25, 1961, departed this life unexpectedly on January 25, 2025, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy woven into the fabric of his family and community. Jake was a steadfast presence in the world of Midwest Fabricating, dedicating over 35 years[…]

Elden “Toke” Dexter

Elden “Toke” Dexter, a father, grandfather, and friend, sadly passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025. Toke was born on March 1, 1938, in Hocking County, Ohio and grew up in Starr Township.  Toke began his early years serving two years in the US Army where he was[…]

Naomi Margaret Hunter

Naomi Margaret Hunter, age 88, of Nelsonville, Ohio, passed away January 25, 2025 at her residence. She was born October 3, 1936, in Dexter, Ohio. She loved gardening, watching birds, and being with her family. Surviving are her sons, Charles (Dianna) Hunter, Rick (Cheryl) Hunter; grandchildren, Michael[…]

Deborah K. Richards

Deborah “Debbie” K. Richards, age 72, of McArthur, Ohio, departed this life and began her new life in heaven on January 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Debbie was born to Marvin and Marvene (Marshall) Rowland on November 13, 1952, in Circleville, Ohio. Debbie and Larry were married[…]

Gayle Edwards

When this beautiful lady was asked “how are you?”, she would always reply, “I’m dandy”. That was her nickname and she loved it. Sadly, we have lost our Dandy. Gayle was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. A safe space for her children and grandchildren – always[…]