Obituaries Listing
James "Jim" Martin
Jan 15, 2017
James E. “Jim” Martin, age 59, of Blacklick, OH and formerly of West Jefferson, OH, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2017. Jim graduated from West Jefferson High School and worked at Nationwide Insurance, as well as being a coach and sports official for over 30 years. He held many offices in various Central Ohio youth sports associations including the WJYAA,...
D. Scotty Myers
Jan 5, 2017
Donald S. "Scotty" Myers, age 74, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at home. He was born on January 15, 1942 to the late Benjamin and Jean Myers. He was preceded in death by his two step-fathers, Ted Persinger and Elmo Laverne Eagle. Scotty was a graduate of West Jefferson High School, Class of 1962 and worked 25...
John Alan "Johnny" Bayer
Dec 18, 2016
John Alan "Johnny" Bayer, age 44, of West Jefferson, Ohio, went to Heaven on Sunday, December 18, 2016. Johnny was a faithful parishioner of Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church and was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council #11224. He is survived by his parents Jim and Mary Bayer of West Jefferson; siblings: James (Paige) Bayer of West...
Diane L. Jasinsky
Dec 17, 2016
Diane Lucille Jasinsky (nee Sturgis) passed away in her sleep in the early hours of Saturday, December 17, 2016, at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alan. A 50-year resident of West Jefferson, after her husband's death Diane eventually moved to Crandall House in Worthington, Ohio where she received round-the-clock loving care until the...
Mary E. Crates
Dec 17, 2016
Mary Woods Crates, age 94, passed away December 17, 2016 at the Mt. Carmel West Hospital. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Marion and granddaughter Rebecca (Daniel) Oberting. Mary is survived by her loving family including daughters Patricia (Michael) Love, MaryEllen (Michael) Chirdon, Carolyn (Douglas) Jauch and Cynthia (David) Kuhns; Grandchildren: Michael Love, Melissa (Rob) Hite, Michelle (Sean)...
Craig Schall
Dec 10, 2016
Craig T. Schall age 57 passed away December 10, 2016. Craig was a Paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne serving in the US Army. His passions were playing the piano and the trumpet ; he enjoyed framing homes . He is preceded in death by his son Kevin and father Richard Schall. He is survived by his mother Dorothea Schall and...
Mary Jo Breckenridge
Dec 4, 2016
Mary Jo Breckenridge, age 22, of Lilly Chapel, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016. She was a graduate of Madison Plains High School, Class of 2012 and earned her Cosmetology Certificate with Aveda School of Cosmetology and worked as a hairstylist. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Donald and Mildred Breckenridge. Mary is survived by her...
Gordon I. Shaw
Nov 23, 2016
Gordon I. Shaw, age 91, of West Jefferson, OH, formerly a longtime resident of Columbus, OH, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 23, 2016. Born in Columbus, he was a graduate of Columbus North High School, Class of 1943 and attended Otterbein College. Gordon was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during WWII. He worked for...
Don "Gene" Graves
Nov 18, 2016
GRAVES Don “Gene” Graves, age 86, passed away Friday, November 18, 2016 at Madison Health Hospital in London, OH. Born January 11, 1930 in London, OH to the late Hoyt and Thelma Graves. Former Mayor of West Jefferson and London City Councilman. Volunteer driver for the VA. 60-year member of the Masonic Lodge #221. Retired Lineman from Columbus Southern/ AEP...
Joseph "Joey" B. Closson
Nov 5, 2016
Joseph B. "Joey" Closson, age 44, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 5, 2016. Born in Columbus, he was preceded in death by his mother Linda Thompson, his grandparents George and Frances Closson, his uncle Dave Closson and his aunt Diane Ferguson. Joey is survived by his father Donald Closson of Plain City, Ohio, his step-mother Donna...
Christoper Clay
Oct 25, 2016
Christopher J. Clay age 29 Born in Columbus ,Ohio January 16th 1987 was taken from us in a tragic accident on October 25, 2016. He is Survived by parents and John and Tereasa Clay ( Brad Crim) . Brother/cousin Nate ( Ashley). Grandparents Leroy and Gloria Nicely and Sylvia Clay. Many aunts ,uncles ,cousins and brothers too many to name...
Robert Hawk
Oct 19, 2016
Robert F. Hawk, age 87, of Galloway, passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at Doctor's W. Hospital. Born May 12, 1929 in Gallipolis, OH to the late Fred and Mary (Eggleton) Hawk. Retired Designer and Machinist from Jefferies Mining and Manufacturing with over 20 years of service, and also from Battelle with 22 years service. Avid trap shooter, and enjoyed...
Tonopah "Toni" Cox
Oct 19, 2016
Tonopah Laine "Toni" Cox, age 83, passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at the Madison House of London, OH. Born July 31, 1933 in Lincoln County, WV to the late Clifford and Hulda Stowers. Proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. She had a lengthy career in public service, including service with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Attorney's...
Patricia Baugess
Oct 15, 2016
Patricia Ann Baugess, age 84, of West Jefferson, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Mt. Carmel W. Hospital. Born September 6, 1932 to the late Paul and Edna Parsons. She was an avid gardener and was also an exquisite seamstress and quilter. Preceded in death by husband of 54 years, Raymond; sons, Jeff, Randy, and Michael Baugess; granddaughter, Alicia...
Jack Edward Pearson
Oct 15, 2016
Jack Edward Pearson Sr. 73, of Summerford, Ohio was accepted into the arms of Jesus on October 15, 2016 while surrounded by his many loved ones. Jack was born December 15, 1942 in Columbus, Ohio to Walter and Connie (Canning) Pearson. He Served in the United States Air Force from 1961-1965. He is survived by wife Anna, daughters Elaine (Eric)...
Benjamin Day
Sep 9, 2016
Benjamin Day age 39 of West Jefferson passed away September 9,2016 . Benjamin loved being a father to his daughter Kamrie. He enjoyed the outdoors fishing and hunting and playing baseball and was a lover of Dogs and he was always whistling and fun to be around . He enjoyed watching his favorite team football team Michigan play on Saturdays...
Benjamin Day
Sep 9, 2016
Benjamin Day age 39 of West Jefferson passed away September 9,2016 . Benjamin loved being a father to his daughter Kamrie. He enjoyed the outdoors fishing and hunting and playing baseball and was a lover of Dogs and he was always whistling and fun to be around . He enjoyed watching his favorite team football team Michigan play on Saturdays...
Philip McDaniel
Aug 29, 2016
Philip F. McDaniels II, 75, of Grove City, Ohio passed away peacefully Sunday August 29, 2016 surrounded by his family. Phil was born on January 19, 1941 in Columbus, Ohio. Preceded in death by his parents Philip F. McDaniels & Elizabeth (Ellis) McDaniels, sister Mary E. McDaniels. Survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Barbara. Children: Todd (Carolyn) McDaniels,...
Bille F. Gatrell
Aug 10, 2016
Bille F. Gatrell, age 76, of West Jefferson, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Harriet Gatrell of Hoopeston, IL. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of 36 years, Carol Gatrell; daughters, Kim (Eddie)...
Veronica L. Rains
Aug 6, 2016
Veronica L. Rains, age 59, of West Jefferson, Ohio, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2016. She was preceded in death by her father James Rogers. Veronica loved going to country music festivals, loved nature, camping and kayaking, movies and buying Avon make-up. She also loved spending time with her loved ones. She is survived by her son Heath (Karen) Wilson-James,...
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