Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes

Aug 19, 2023

John Frederick Schettler, 68, of McArthur, passed away Sunday, August 19, 2023, at his residence.  He was born September 15, 1954, in Henrico County, Virginia, son of the late John Edward and Phyllis Spangler Schettler.  John was married to Juanita Bakies Schettler, who survived.

He formerly worked at TriMold in Circleville and was a Veteran of the...

Aug 15, 2023

Sabrina Ann Bush, age 55, of The Plains, went to be with the Lord on August 15, 2023 at Fairfield Medical Center surrounded by her family and friends.

Born December 9, 1967, in Columbus, Ohio, she graduated Alexander High School in 1986 and Hocking College in 2005 as a registered nurse. She worked at many nursing facilities....

Aug 10, 2023

Alice Leola Grubb, 41, of Logan, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023, at Marion General Hospital in Marion, Ohio. She was born July 15, 1982, in Lancaster, the daughter of the late Anita (Barnhart) Herron. She was married to Greg Grubb II, who survives.

Alice was a loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister.

In...

Aug 10, 2023

James Franklin “Frank” Crow Jr., 89, of McArthur, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.  He was born May 10, 1934, in McArthur, son of the late James Franklin and Helen Louise Brandeberry Crow Sr.  Frank was married to the late Sara Will Crow.

He formerly owned and operated McArthur Supply Company...

Aug 9, 2023

LaDonna Rae Michael, 86, of Nelsonville, passed away at O’Bleness Hospital on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. She was born January 4, 1937, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Lola Louise (Dearing) Flowers and Roy McClure Flowers. She was married for 68 years to her loving and devoted husband, Carl M. Michael, who survives.

Together with Carl,...

Aug 9, 2023

Gary Wayne Keiffer, 71, of Nelsonville, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at Kimes Nursing & Rehabilitation, Athens. He was born September 20, 1951, in Nelsonville, the son of the late Wayne Keiffer and Margie (Blair) Keiffer.

Gary served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He worked at Rocky Boots for over 30 years....

Aug 8, 2023

Dorothy Rosalie Gettle, 84, of Nelsonville, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at Kimes Nursing & Rehabilitation, Athens. She was born July 30, 1939, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Charles Henry Gettle and Bernice Rosalie (Hopstetter) Gettle.

Dorothy was a graduate of Nelsonville High School Class of 1957. She retired from Ohio University, Office...

Aug 5, 2023

Earl W. Bowlby, 89, of Logan, passed away at his home on Saturday, August 5, 2023. He was born in Logan on October 27, 1933, the son of the late Charles E. and Thelma “Bess” (Hood) Bowlby. He was married on September 4, 1953, to the late Shirley Jean (Swaim) Bowlby.

Earl was passionate about motorcycles. He...

Aug 3, 2023

Terry Lee Robinette, 69, of Nelsonville, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 3, 2023.  He was born on February 26, 1954, in Nelsonville, the son of the late Dondana “Tillie” (McConaha) Forrest and Jack Robinette. He was married to Brenda (Cooper) Robinette who survives.

Terry loved to be doing anything outdoors. He was an avid...

Aug 3, 2023

John Raymond “Jack” Nichols, 86, of Millfield, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at The Laurels of Athens. He was born June 7, 1937, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of the late Marjorie (Canfield) and Lester Nichols. He was married on October 9, 1955, to Ruth Arlene (Carey) Nichols, who survives.

Jack was a 1955...

Aug 2, 2023

Victor Joseph Howdyshell, 68, of Nelsonville, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at the Hocking Valley Community Hospital, Logan. He was born on December 27, 1954, in Nelsonville, the son of the late Michael William Howdyshell and Doris Mae (Joyce) Smith. He was married to Rebecca (Stilson) Howdyshell who survives.

Victor worked in maintenance for over...

Jul 31, 2023

Sara Louisa “Sally” Leake, 81 of Buchtel, passed away at her home on Monday, July 31, 2023. She was born January 1, 1942, in Pontiac, Michigan, the daughter of the late Mark and Ruth (Altman) Shelton. Sally was the widow of the late Thomas Joseph Leake.

Sally was a loving mother and Gigi.  She loved reading and...

Jul 31, 2023

Dawn Marie Crow, 65, of McArthur, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023, at her home.  She was born January 8, 1958, in Logan, the daughter of the late Donald F. and Mary Louise (Stewart) Peters.  Dawn was married for 43 years to Ben Crow, who survives.

Dawn retired from the Vinton County National Bank.  She also...

Jul 30, 2023

Crystal Marie Everett, of Albany, peacefully passed away Sunday, July 30th, 2023, at the age of 38, after a three-year long battle with cancer. She passed at home surrounded by her family and loved ones.

Crystal was born January 14th, 1985, in the beautiful coastal city of Corpus Christi, Texas.

Crystal touched the lives of...

Jul 28, 2023

Roger Ellis Lowe, 74, of McArthur, passed away at his home on Friday, July 28, 2023. Roger was born March 31, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of the late Opal Fern (Williams) Lowe Vititoe and Samuel Dennis Lowe. He was married to Brenda (Floyd) Lowe who survives.

Roger was a jack of all trades. He loved...

Jul 23, 2023

Kyle Brandon Colley, 24, of New Plymouth, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023.  He was born December 8, 1998, in Gallipolis Ohio, son of Chad Colley of Zaleski and Natasha Williams Colley of New Plymouth.

In addition to his parents, Kyle is survived by his brother, Kody Colley of New Plymouth; grandparents, Carl “Pap” and Toni “Gram”...

Jul 19, 2023

Charles R. Winterbotham, 74, of Nelsonville, passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. He was born September 22, 1948, in Clarksville, Ohio, the son of the late Charles H. and Lois (Wood) Winterbotham.

Charles served in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He was welcoming to everyone and would...

Jul 7, 2023

Tammy Sue Chambers, 62, of Logan, passed away Friday, July 7, 2023, at her residence.  She was born March 12, 1961, in Nelsonville, Ohio, daughter of the late Ray and Marilyn Sue Bownes Specht.  Tammy was married to John S. Chambers, who survives.

She is survived by her brothers, Johnny Ray (Deana) Specht of Pendleton, South Carolina...

Jul 5, 2023

Robert Lee Brister, 78, of Plain City, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at his residence.  He was born August 11, 1944, in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late Charles and Katheryn Yaus Brister.  Robert was married to the late Connie Marie Wright Brister, who passed away January 25, 2022.

He was a retired steel worker and...

Jul 4, 2023

Joan S. Glick, 94, of Groveport, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at Brookdale Lakeview Crossing Assisted Living in Groveport.  She was born September 21, 1928, in Hocking County, daughter of the late Frank and Lulu Brown St. Clair.  Joan was married on March 18, 1951, to the late Rev. John W. Glick Sr.

She attended The...