Local obituaries for Cardaras Funeral Homes

Feb 7, 2024

Christine Lynne Hysell, 54, of Athens, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2024, at her residence.  She was born April 25, 1969, in Akron, Ohio, daughter of James F. and Patricia Ann Mains Hysell of McArthur.

She was a photographer, a member of the Athens Photographic Project and a member of the Albany Baptist Church.  Christine enjoyed calligraphy...

Feb 6, 2024

Jerry Randall Dupler, age 62, of Columbus, Ohio passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, following an extended illness.  Randy was born on May 4,1961, in Logan, Ohio to Jerry and the late Neva Nell Dupler.

Randy attended Rockbridge Elementary, Logan Jr High School and graduated from Logan High School in 1979.  He was...

Feb 5, 2024

Aaron Dale Brady, 64, of Junction City, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024. He was born February 11, 1959, in Byesville, Ohio the son of the late George and Terry (Miles) Brady. He was married to the late Elizabeth Sue (Nelson) Brady.

Aaron retired from DK Manufacturing in Lancaster. He enjoyed R.C. planes and helicopters.  He...

Feb 2, 2024

Dorothy Fay Wood, 65, of Guysville, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her family.  Dorothy was born July 14, 1958, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Garnet (McDonald) Barnhart and Melvin Wood.

Dorothy was a selfless woman with a heart of gold.

Dorothy is survived by her children,...

Feb 1, 2024

Robert Dell Rhyan, age 70, died the morning of February 1st, 2024, at his home in Nelsonville, Ohio. Born January 13th, 1954, in Columbus Ohio, Rob was the son of the late Ruth Ann Rhyan and Delbert Wesley Rhyan. He was a 1972 graduate of Westerville High School and later attended Hocking College, graduating in 1981.

Rob’s...

Jan 31, 2024

Kenneth Irish Liles, 77, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at the Laurels of Athens. He was born December 20, 1946, in Columbus, the son of the late, Elba K. Liles and Mary Margaret Six.

He will be dearly missed by family and friends.

No services will be held at this time....

Jan 31, 2024

Diana Lynn East, 65, of Albany, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at OhioHealth O’Bleness Memorial Hospital in Athens.  She was born November 3, 1958, in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late Richard “Dick” and Grace “Mitzi” Kendall East.

She graduated from Vinton County High School in 1976 and retired from Austin Powder Company in 2021.  Lynn...

Jan 29, 2024

William Hershel Prater, 86, of McArthur, passed away Monday, January 29, 2024, at his residence.  He was born February 20, 1937, in Floyd County Kentucky, son of the late William Harrison and Ella Prater.  Hershel was married to the love of his life, Marilyn Green Prater, who survives.

Hershel graduated high school in 1956 and retired from...

Jan 26, 2024

Robert “Bob” Glandon, 91, of McArthur, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, at Buckeye Forest of Jackson.  He was born December 24, 1932, in Londonderry, Ohio, son of the late Owen and Bernice Teeters Glandon.  Bob was married to the late Janice M. Crow Glandon.

Bob owned and operated Glandon Lumber Company in McArthur and was a...

Jan 25, 2024

Charles Robert Schrader, 89, of Logan, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024. Bob was born July 24, 1934, in Nelsonville, Ohio, the son of the late Charles Joseph and Virgie (Glenn) Schrader. He was married to Leola May (Estep) Schrader who survives.

He was married to Leola on March 28, 1958, and they enjoyed 65 years...

Jan 24, 2024

Julia Ann Howe Mechem, 87, of Nelsonville, passed away January 24, 2024, at her home. She was born November 6, 1936, in Logan, Ohio, the daughter of Ralph Charles and Amy Belle Finsterwald Howe. Julia was married to Wm. Mark Mechem who survives.

She was a graduate of Nelsonville High School, Class of 1954 and a member...

Jan 23, 2024

Thomas Howard Charles Barnett, 75, of McArthur, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at his residence.  He was born December 25, 1948, in Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Clarence and Pauline Miller Barnett.  Tom was married to the late Rhonda Denise McDaniel Barnett.

He was a retired timberman and truck driver.  Tom became a Christian...

Jan 20, 2024

Glendon Ray “Ringo” Prater left this world on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at the residence of his niece, Carlotta Hensler.  Born on July 23, 1953, to the late Melvin and Pearlie Hale Prater.  Glen was the youngest of Melvin and Pearlie’s five sons, Troy James, Billy Joe, Harles Junior and Carles Eugene, who have all passed.

Glen...

Jan 19, 2024

Sarah Lynn Frazier, 64, of Nelsonville, Ohio was called home to her Lord and Savior on January 19, 2024, while surrounded by her loving family. Sarah was born in 1959 in Nelsonville, Ohio to Margaret (Stedwill) and Harley Joe Hubble.

Sarah was a 1978 graduate of Nelsonville-York High School. After high school, Sarah would go on to...

Jan 18, 2024

Linda Marie McNabb, 75, of Mansfield, Ohio, formerly of Logan, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Lexington Court, Mansfield. Linda was born January 23, 1948, in Licking County, the daughter of the late Jean Dysart Dennis and Frank Smith.

Linda will be remembered for her kindness, faithfulness, and love. She also had a strong love...

Jan 17, 2024

Dana Ray Edwards, 70, of Rockbridge, passed away at his home on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Dana was born May 31, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of the late Albert and Donna Edwards.  He was married to Cynthia (Carpenter) Edwards who survives.

Dana was a man large in stature with an even bigger heart. He worked...

Jan 14, 2024

Shirley Ann (Norris) Koker, 89, of Nelsonville, died peacefully on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at 9:23 am. Shirley was born on August 20, 1934, in Athens, the daughter of the late Ralph and Ruth (Downard) Norris. She was the widow of the late Ralph Koker Jr.

Shirley was a 1953 graduate of Athens High School. Shirley handled...

Jan 11, 2024

Gregory L. Huston, 60, of Logan, passed away at home on Thursday, January 11, 2024. Greg was born on March 4, 1963, in Logan, the son of the late Robert L. and Joan (Ruff) Huston. He was married to Barbara J. (Thompson) Huston who survives.

Greg was married to his high school sweetheart for over 41 years.  ...

Jan 10, 2024

Earl Ray Campbell, 85, of Millfield, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Hickory Creek Nursing Center in The Plains, Ohio.  He was born November 19, 1938, in Murray City, Ohio, son of the late James A. and Iva L. Christian Campbell.  Earl was married to the late Lois Jean Davis Campbell.

He was an avid outdoorsman...

Jan 9, 2024

Patricia Ann Brady, 82, of Hamden, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at her residence.  She was born November 10, 1941, in Chesapeake, Ohio, daughter of the late Clifford London and Virginia Ellen Cowee Riley.  Patricia was the widow of the late Jackie Weldon Brady.

She was a member of Allensville Church of Christ and worked at...