Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes

Jul 27, 2024

Hubert Richard “Dick” Covert went to be with the Lord July 27, 2024. He stepped into heaven surrounded by his family whom he loved so dearly.  He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Pat Lovsey Covert; son and daughter-in-law, Duane & Sandra Covert (Nelsonville); daughter and son-in-law, Lana & Greg McGrath (Chillicothe). Also left to carry his...

Jul 21, 2024

Donna Mae Edmonson, 84, of Nelsonville, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the Pickering House in Lancaster. She was born January 9, 1940, in New Floodwood, the daughter of the late Walter “Edgar” and Verta (Miller) Jones.

Donna is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 67 years, Edward Edmonson; daughters, Teresa Bustos, Brenda...

Jul 20, 2024

Sharon Marie Dunaway, 69, of Westerville, born and raised in Logan, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at her daughter’s home. Sharon was born July 9, 1955, in Logan, the daughter of the late Ralph and Carol Hinerman. She was the widow of the late, Charles “Charlie” Dunaway, who was the love of her life.

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Jul 20, 2024

Jacquelyn “Jackie” Sue Crow, 76, of New Marshfield, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the Laurels of Athens. She was born on July 1, 1948, in Marietta, Ohio, the daughter of the late Granville L. and Freda Mae (Cox) Crow.

Jackie was a graduate of Ohio University in Athens. She was formerly the Band Director...

Jul 18, 2024

Carolyn Sue Crane, 86, of Logan, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Embassy of Logan. She was born on September 29, 1937, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Edward and Florence (Carpenter) Forbes. She was married for 70 years to Louis “Gene” Crane, who survives.

Carolyn was a graduate of Nelsonville High School. She...

Jul 16, 2024

Rhoda Kaye Eberts, 59, unexpectedly passed away July 16, 2024, at Adena Regional Medical Center, in Chillicothe. She was born July 23, 1964, to the late Leo and Nancy Andrews Eberts. Rhoda was a lifelong Vinton Countian, who often said, “I love where I live, I live where I love” and “Once a Viking, always a Viking.” She was...

Jul 14, 2024

Leslie “Les” Wayne Mohney, 61, of Buchtel, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024.  Les was born December 5, 1962, in Nelsonville, the son of the late Denver Lee and Mary Louise (Allbaugh) Mohney.

Les attended Buchtel United Methodist Church.

Les is survived by his son, Kodie Lee Tolliver of Nelsonville; sisters, Lynn Etta (Mark)...

Jul 13, 2024

Rosemary Reynolds, passed away on July 13, 2024, at 85. She was born on August 26, 1938, in McArthur, Ohio to the late Ivan and Laura Fout Allen. She was also predeceased by her son Carey Paul Reynolds, her husband Paul Reynolds, her sister CaraDawne Gill and her husband Dave. Rosemary pursued a career in banking, working diligently at...

Jul 12, 2024

Leonard “Lenny” David Fink, 77, of New Straitsville, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at the Pickering House in Lancaster. Lenny was born on April 15, 1947, in Logan, the son of the late Winton Karl and Creta Mae (Stubbs) Fink. He was married for 57 years to Lynda Marie (Green) Fink who survives.

Lenny was...

Jul 10, 2024

Patricia Lynn Harris, 71, of McArthur, passed away at her home on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.  She was born on February 26, 1953, in Shelby, Ohio, the daughter of Emmajean (Hunter) Tackett and the late Carl Tackett.  She was married to Gary Harris who survives.

In addition to her mother and husband, Patricia is survived by her...

Jul 8, 2024

Carolyn Sue Hall, 81, of Wellington, Ohio, formerly of McArthur, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024.  Carolyn was born on October 24, 1942, in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, to the late Cleo and Sabra (Amburgy) Akers.  She was the widow of the late Clyde Hall.

Carolyn earned her bachelor's degree from Union College in Kentucky.  After graduating Carolyn...

Jul 8, 2024

Bonnie Jean Rhodes, 73, of Chillicothe, formerly of McArthur, passed away Monday, July 8, 2024, at her residence.  She was born June 28, 1951, in Casa Grande, Arizona, daughter of the late Lawrence and Betty Tonkin Phillips.

Bonnie retired from Bellisio Foods in Jackson, was a member of the Moose Lodge #1626 in Chillicothe and the Chillicothe...

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 4, 2024

Debra “Debbie” Diane Ousley, 64, of McArthur, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024. She was born October 28, 1959.

Debbie was an avid collector, especially loving to collect buttons.

She will be dearly missed by her husband, Glen Ousley; children, Michael Ousley, Becky Ousley, Debra (Robert) Bevard, Jennifer (Josh) Cantrill, and Ronald Ousley; grandchildren,...

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...