Local obituaries for Memory Lane Sunbury

Mar 23, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Marian Lucielle Barr Laffery, age 85, passed away at Riverside Hospital March 23, 2026. Born on October 6, 1940. Preceded in death by her parents Homer Jackson Barr and Alfredia Elizabeth Croll Barr, sister-in-law Sue Maize Barr.

Marian is survived by her husband, Frank Taylor Lafferty, her...

Mar 22, 2026

John “Jack” Edwin Heath, age 78, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday March 22, 2026. He was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio on February 25, 1948 to the late Robert and Clarabelle Heath.

Jack graduated from Logan Hills High School in 1966, located in Zanesfield, Ohio. He proudly served with the Ohio National Guard from 1968-1974. Jack attended Cincinnati...

Mar 22, 2026

William E. (Smitty) Smith, age 71, died peacefully at home on March 22, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 51 years Kathleen (Maloney) Smith, children, Stephanie (Sean) Trimble, Heather (Benjamin) Tucker, grandchildren Bradley (Sadie Creech) Smith, Sierra (Cody) Rowe, Andrew Trimble, Lily Tucker, Cathryn Tucker, and great grandchildren Adrian Smith, and Mason Rowe. 

He was a proud veteran of...

Mar 18, 2026

In Loving Memory of 

Daniel Clayton Cox, Sr. 

October 24, 1944 – March 18, 2026

Daniel “Dan” Cox, Sr., 81, of Pataskala, Ohio, passed peacefully into the presence of our Lord on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with dementia. Born October 24, 1944, in Columbus, Ohio, he lived a life marked by faith, love, and...

Mar 17, 2026

Lynn M. (Pierce) Hawthorne, 78 of Centerburg, OH passed away Tuesday morning March 17, 2026 at home with her loved ones. She was born on May 23, 1947 in Marcey, OH to the late LeRoy Pierce and Alice ( Bohn) Carman.  

For over twenty years, Lynn worked as a school bus driver for Gahanna Lincoln School District, a role she...

Mar 13, 2026

Jeri Merritt

July 2, 1943  -  March 13, 2026

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Feb 8, 2026

In Loving Memory of our beloved

Danielle Marie Hensley

July 12, 1986 – February 8, 2026



Danielle was born in Columbus, OH and lived in central Ohio most of her short life. She was a proud graduate of The Ohio State University and a curious student of life. She is survived by her beloved daughters Bridget Amelia and Makehla Jade, her beautiful sisters,...

Feb 5, 2026

Jan 21, 2026

Jabez Lynn McDole, born on August 9, 1972, in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, passed away on January 21, 2026, in Delaware, Ohio. Jabez was a person who brightened the lives of those around her, always finding joy in the simple things. She had a passion for crocheting, and spent countless hours coloring, often sharing her creations with others, as her main...

Jan 12, 2026

Sara Bennett (Heck) - mother, teacher, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, advocate, friend, and professional Google Doc maker - passed away on January 12, 2026 at the age of 39.

Born on June 4, 1986 in Tampa, Florida, Sara carried the sun with her wherever she went. She graduated from Lexington (Ohio) High School in 2004 and went on to earn both...

Jan 12, 2026

Linda Sue Skinner, born on December 27, 1948, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Sunbury, Ohio. She was a cherished sister and friend; and beloved stepmother whose warmth and friendship will be deeply missed.

Linda was a proud graduate of Big Walnut High School, Class of 1967. She valued the friendships forged during her school years and...

Jan 7, 2026

Donald R. Little, age 72, passed away on January 7, 2026. Born on June 14, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio, Donald was the beloved son of James and Bennie Little. Over the years, Donald lived a life of adventure and laughter. He held various positions throughout his career, most notably working security for the Cincinnati Bengals and serving in juvenile probation,...

Dec 31, 2025

Richard Lee Belcher, 58, was born on September 8, 1967, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and passed away on December 31, 2025, at his home in Bloomville, Ohio from natural causes. He was raised in the Stow/Monroe Falls area. Richard had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and enjoyed working on cars. His greatest joy was playing guitar.



He is survived by...

Dec 27, 2025

MARY ALICE PRICE (ALI), of Delaware, Ohio died Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 9:00 PM in the home she shared with her sister, Linda Reinwald.

Ali was born on December 3, 1961 to the late John L. Price and Patricia R. Price both of Marion, Ohio. She graduated, Cum Laude, June 2009 from the Ohio Institute of Health Careers, Columbus, OH...

Dec 15, 2025

David Kusko was born in El Paso, Texas on April 30, 1959 and passed away on Dec. 15, 2025 from complications due to pneumonia. But he was a fighter. He suffered an incapacitating stroke on March 31, 2024 and during the last 21 months of his life he fought off pneumonia four times, as well as Covid and lung cancer.

Everyone...

Dec 1, 2025

Elizabeth Lanning, a cherished mother, beloved daughter, and devoted sister, passed away on December 1, 2025, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who had the privilege to know her. Born on January 9, 1981, she was a radiant soul whose warmth and laughter enriched the lives of her family and friends.

A graduate of Big Walnut High School's...

Nov 4, 2025

Diana D Hite (Dunn) born January 31, 1945, in Zanesville, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 4, 2025, in Pataskala, Ohio.Diana was preceded in death by her husband of forty-six years, Roger Hite; parents, Robert E. Dunn and Glenna Avis Dunn (Collins).Diana is survived by her sons, Walter and Robert Millenbruck; two stepdaughters, Elizabeth (Leon) Cunningham and...

Oct 23, 2025

Brian Allen Doherty born December 23, 1960, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away October 23, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio.Brian was known to his family and friends for his kindness and generosity. He was always the guy that would help someone in need. Brian had a passion for cars and cooking, especially drag racing and NASCAR. He was a fabulous cook and...