William "Bill" Rea Young
Feb 6, 2026
William Rea Young
July 14, 1944- February 6, 2026
William Rea “Bill” Young, age 81, passed away on February 6, 2026. A lifelong resident of Madison County, Ohio. Bill was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and devoted dog- father whose life was rooted in family, community, and hard work.
Born on July 14, 1944, Bill was the eldest son of Ruth...
Tina L. Bauer
Feb 4, 2026
Tina L. Bauer, age 64, of London, Ohio, passed away on February 4, 2026, surrounded by love. She was born on May 23, 1961, in Mariemont, Ohio.
Tina was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love for her family was the center of her life. She was known for her strength, her straightforward honesty, and her deep loyalty to the...
James "Jim" Russell Tackett
Feb 3, 2026
James “Jim” Russell Tackett, a cherished resident of London, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, community service, and adventure. Born on November 25, 1954, in Paintsville, Kentucky, Jim was the beloved son of Ellis and Alka Tackett.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, Jim brought his dedication and work ethic to...
Virginia Hill
Jan 27, 2026
Virginia L. Hill, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, in London, Ohio. She was born on August 26, 1933, in Danville, Illinois, to the late John and Wahnetta (Ott) Thompson. Ginny, as she was affectionately known, was a proud graduate of London High School's Class of 1951, and throughout her life, she touched the hearts of many with her...
Geneva Miller
Jan 23, 2026
Geneva Mae Miller, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on July 11, 1935, in Fayette County, Ohio, she was the cherished daughter of Ernest and Minnie (Williams) Johnson.
Geneva found her soulmate in Cameron L. Miller, and they were united in marriage on March 14, 1977. Their...
Larry H. Bobo
Jan 21, 2026
BOBO, LARRY H.
Larry H. Bobo joined the love of his life in the hereafter on Wednesday, January 21, after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 80.
Born on June 29, 1945, in Cook’s Station located in Fayette County, Ohio, Larry spent his formative years growing up in White Oak and attended Madison South High. He met his forever...
John William Duffey
Jan 17, 2026
John William Duffey, "Johnny Bill", passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 17, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on September 18, 1952, in Columbus, Ohio, John was the cherished son of John and Madelyn (Clark) Duffey.
A proud 1970 graduate of London High School, he went on to build a life marked by hard work and a generous...
Sandra Lynn Caldwell
Dec 26, 2025
Sandra “Lynn” Caldwell, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and devoted nurse, passed away peacefully at her home in Grove City, Ohio, on December 26, 2025. She had celebrated a joyful Christmas with family and friends.
Lynn was born on May 21, 1938, in Columbus, Ohio, to Thomas and Marion Bohanan. A lifelong resident of Columbus, she attended John Burroughs Elementary and...
Sharon Louise Porter
Dec 25, 2025
Sharon Louise Porter passed peacefully on December 25, 2025, in LaGrande, Oregon.
Born in Springfield, Ohio on February 18, 1950, she was the daughter of Edna Mae (Snyder) Baum and Bill Porter. She was a 1968 graduate of Madison South High School. She also garnered degrees from Morehead State University, Northern Kentucky University and Southern Connecticut State University. Sharon taught music...
Joan (Bobo) Bowen
Dec 25, 2025
BOWEN, JOAN (BOBO)
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Joan (Bobo) Bowen, who departed this life on Thursday, December 25 Christmas morning after an extended battle with leukemia. Joan was known for her unique humor, kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit. Born on July 13, 1941, in Bainbridge, Ohio, she grew up with a strong...
William Robert Carter Jr.
Dec 21, 2025
William “Bill” R. Carter Jr., 86, of London, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Columbus, Ohio on February 4th, 1939, Bill was the son of William “Nick” and Louise Carter. A proud 1957 graduate of London High School, he dedicated his life to the family grocery business as owner of Carter’s...
Harriet Arlene (Brill) Smith
Dec 19, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Harriet Arlene Smith (Brill) on Friday December 19, 2025, in London OH. Harriet was born December 17,1952 to the late Harry and Joyce Brill. Harriet was raised in London, OH and a London High School Graduate in 1971. Harriet lived, worked and raised her family in London OH until...
Donald Eugene Sorrell
Dec 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Eugene Sorrell, who departed this life on December 12, 2025, surrounded by the love and warmth of his family. Born on March 17, 1932, in Camden, Ohio, Donald was the cherished son of Cecil and Opal Sorrell.
A diligent and dedicated worker, Donald spent over 31 years at General...
Ronda Lynn (Earles) Blankenship
Nov 24, 2025
Ronda Lynn (Earles) Blankenship, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, surrounded by her cherished family. Born on November 17, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio, Ronda was the daughter of Ronald and Janet (Newell) Earles and a source of light and love to all who knew her.
A graduate of London High School in 1992,...
Janet M. Newberry
Nov 22, 2025
Janet Newberry, 85, passed away on November 22, 2025. She was born on December 30, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio, to Reverend Harley Bennett and Evelyn Bennett. She was a proud resident of London, Ohio and was a 1958 graduate of Springfield High School.
Janet is survived by her spouse Richard Newberry, her sons David (Diane) and Dale (Kandy) Sollars, along with...
Charles "Ron" Ronald Taylor
Nov 16, 2025
Charles Ronald “Ron” TaylorGoldsboro – Charles Ronald “Ron” Taylor, 81, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at UNC Wayne Health Care in Goldsboro. Ron was born in London, Ohio, on May 20, 1944, to the late Charles Stone Taylor and Helen Douglas Taylor. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Connie Lynn Taylor.Ron...
Julia Anne (Chambers) Smith
Nov 15, 2025
Julia Anne Smith, age 57, of South Charleston, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the James Comprehensive Cancer Center, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. Born on May 9, 1968, in Springfield, Ohio, Julia was the beloved daughter of Herman Chambers and Nancy (Boop) Farmer.
A proud graduate of Northwestern High School in 1986, Julia's...
Paul E. Bussey
Nov 4, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Father, Grandfather, and loving Brother Paul E. Bussey, after, a sudden illness departed this life on Tuesday, November 04, 2025. Surrounded by his loving family at the Kobacker House.
Dad was born April 11, 1942, in Florence Switch, (outside of London, Ohio) to Grover and Esther (Tatman) Bussey
He is...
William Wade Browning
Nov 2, 2025
William ‘Billy’ Wade Browning, 73, of London, Ohio left us on November 2, 2025. Billy was born on May 10, 1952 to William Wade Browning and Eileen Browning Ackley in London.
Billy graduated from London High School in 1970, and was known as an avid gymnast and a member of the gymnastic team, where his stunts are still somewhat legendary. After...
Robert Lee Russell III
Nov 2, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Lee Russell III, lovingly known as Trey, who left us on November 2, 2025. Born on December 13, 2003, in Columbus, Ohio, Trey was a vibrant young man whose spirit and warmth touched the lives of those around him. He was the cherished son of Robert (Katie) Russell...
