All Obituaries

Jo Ann Carpenter, 87, of South Bloomingville passed away on April 19, 2024.  She was born on August 10, 1936 in McArthur to Emmitt and Edna (Jividen) Thompson.  She was retired as a Fairfield County Records Clerk.  She attended Colrain Methodist Church in Kingston and attended Bible Baptist Church in Lancaster.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Melvin Carpenter; her siblings Mack Thompson, Georgene Kemerer and Carol Sue Staten.  Jo...

Mitchell "Brent" Ebert, 70, of Laurelville, passed away on April 18, 2024, at Dublin Methodist Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born on January 19, 1954, in South Bloomingville, Ohio, to the late Roger and Betty (Shaw) Ebert. A proud graduate of Laurelville High School in 1972, Brent's journey was marked by dedication and community service. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Mark Ebert; mother and father-in-law Bill and Thelma Elkins; brothers-in-law...

Kenneth Hartley, 77, of Circleville passed away on April 17, 2024.  He was born on July 5, 1946 in Ravenswood, WV to Normal and Dorothy (Davis) Hartley.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Sondra (Hill) Hartley.  Kenneth is survived by his son Matt (Tanya) Hartley; grandchildren Johnathan and Lucas and by brother Lonnie (Pat) Hartley.  Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at the Wellman Funeral Home, Circleville...

Dr. Rudolph Caldwell, 88, of Columbus passed away on April 16, 2024.  He was born on February 27, 1936 in Little Walnut to Kenneth and Essie (Canter) Caldwell.  He was a Navy Veteran and a Baptist Pastor who pastored for 33 years.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his 1st wife Jo Ann Bandy and siblings Patty Vojtech and Kenny Caldwell Jr.  He is survived by his wife Jeri (Murray) Caldwell; brother John (Kristi) Caldwell; sisters Betty Schroeder and...

Lester Oren “Mugsy” Johnson It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lester Oren “Mugsy” Johnson, 74, of Circleville who left us peacefully on April 15, 2024 was born in Columbus, Ohio,  Mugsy was a cherished figure known for his warmth, humor, and loving nature.  Mugsy spent his life dedicated to his family, filling each day with laughter and love. He was a beacon of guidance and support, not just to his family but to everyone who had the...

Kenneth Martin, 82, of Circleville passed away on April 14, 2024.  He was born on March 29, 1942 in Circleville.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy and children Ricky Martin and Pam Croston.  Kenneth is survived by his son Bryan Martin and granddaughters Paytn and Emma Crumley and several cousins and lifelong friends.  Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at Emmanuel United Methodist Church with...

Mary Lou Ross, 84, of Laurelville passed away on April 13, 2024 at Grant Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.  She was born March 23, 1940 in Circleville, Ohio to the late Wayne and Dorothy (Frazier) Cupp.  She was a graduate of Saltcreek High School in 1958 and was a faithful lifelong member of the Laurelville Trinity United Methodist Church.  In addition to her parents she was preceded by her loving husband Wilson Ross of 64 years who she married on July 12,...

Larry Gene Pontius, of Circleville passed away peacefully at his home on April 13, 2024. Larry was the son of James and Martha Pontius and was born on September 14, 1946. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Diana, infant brother Terry as well as his Mother and Father-in-law Margaret and John Gregory. Larry is survived by his loving wife Joanne who he has spent 55 wonderful years with, sons Tim (Jennifer) Pontius, and Barry Pontius (Tina Vandagriff); granddaughters Rachel and...

Margaret L. Willison, 71, of Circleville, passed away April 12, 2024 at home.  She was born March 22, 1953 in Flora, IL the daughter of the late Irmal and Bernice (Eddy) Wallen.  Margaret was a lifetime member of the Church of Christ.  She loved genealogy, purses, watching hummingbirds and pampering her Yorkie, Phoebe.  Margaret was very involved in her children’s activities and adored her grandchildren.  It was said that once she made a friend they were...

Frank Robert (Bob) Lands, II, 74, of Stoutsville, Ohio, died on April 11, 2024 at the James Cancer Center surrounded by his loving wife and children. He was born July 10, 1949 in Circleville, Ohio to the late Frank and Mary Katherine Lands. He was a 1967 graduate of Logan Elm High School. Bob’s life exemplified servant leadership and the importance of family. He was a lifetime member of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Stoutsville. He served for fifty years as a volunteer member of...