Obituary Listing

Jan 20, 2024

Brenda Kay Dennen, 64, of London, died Saturday, January 20, 2024, in her residence. Brenda was born May 29, 1959, in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of William and Josie Geneva (Sparks) Hammons.

She loved to help the elderly. She liked to play darts, bingo, pool, and fishing. She had a camper at Deer Creek. She loved music...

Jan 9, 2024

Larry Allen Sachs, age 79, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. A current resident of South Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Larry was born January 21, 1944, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and was preceded in death by his parents James Odis and Mary Margaret (Ruegamer) Sachs and brother-in-law John Potter.

A graduate of Howe High School...

Jan 7, 2024

John Wesley Toops, 84, passed away on January 7, 2024, at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Springfield, surrounded by his wife and children on his 84th Birthday. He was born January 7, 1940, the son of Wesley and Ethel (Bowsher) Toops.

John was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He worked on the Bob Stewart Farm,...

Jan 7, 2024

James Thomas Smith (87) passed peacefully in his residence on January 7, 2024..

Born in London Ohio to James Smith and Thelma (Keefer) Smith, Jim was happily married to Nancy (Morrison) Smith for 65 years until her passing last November.

A lifelong member of London First Presbyterian Church, Jim sang for many years with the...

Jan 3, 2024

Christina Lou Bradley, 87 0f London, passed peacefully Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Born on July 22, 1936, in Gallia County to Andy and Elsie (Price) Harrison. Christina grew to be an inspiration to everyone that knew her. Whether is was fostering a love of music, encouraging a passion for cooking, or nurturing a deep love of reading, she gave...

Dec 22, 2023

Joyce Ann (Heath) Tudor died December 22, 2023. She was born October 22,1949, in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of Maxwell Edward and Marian Elizabeth (Sullivan) Heath.

Joyce was a graduate of Madison South High School from the class of 1967. She was a proud Buckeye having received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from The Ohio State University,...

Dec 16, 2023

Jonathan Edward Dillion, born on July 10, 1976, at Madison County Hospital to Jerry and Susan (Fife) Dillion, passed away unexpectedly on December 16, 2023.

John “Bub” loved working outdoors, riding motorcycles, and was an Ohio State fan.

He is survived by his mother; sisters: Anna Dillion, Kristal Dillion, and Tina Dillion; children: Prestyn Chance...

Dec 16, 2023

Stanley “Whitey” Whitesock, 93, of London, died Saturday, December 16, 2023. Whitey was born February 15, 1930, in Detroit, Michigan, a son of Stanley and Lillian (Hall) Whitesock. He had been a longtime member of Saint Patrick Church, where he was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Father Reidy Council. He was a proud four-year veteran of the...

Dec 15, 2023

Richard Cochran Rutherford, 75, of London, died December 15, 2023. He was born January 7, 1948, in Richlands, Virginia, the son of Robert Doyle and Dorothy Viola (Vance) Rutherford.

Richard graduated from Pleasantview High School where he enjoyed playing on the high school basketball team. After high school he worked for over 30 years for Lennox, he...

Dec 15, 2023

Terry Lynn (Muterspaw) Puckett died peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on December 15, 2023. She was born August 8, 1959, in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of William Richard and Geraldine Louise (Johnston) Muterspaw

She was a 1977 graduate from Mechanicsburg High School. She worked for Shoemakers Home Center in South Charleston for over 20 years. When...

Dec 14, 2023

John “Jerry” Gerald Dill, 65, of London passed on December 14, 2023, in the arms of his loving wife. The son of John Ralph and Dixie Darlene (Brown) Dill was born October 1, 1958, in Columbus, Ohio.

John enjoyed hunting, fishing, and joking around with everyone, he loved to make people laugh. John along with his wife...

Dec 9, 2023

Paul Franklin Hart Jr. (Bill), May 12, 1942- December 09 2023, 81 years young, earned his wings after a brief illness. He has been reunited with the love of his life, Alta. Born and raised in Madison County on the family farm to Paul F. Hart Sr. and Ellen (Potts) Hart. Paul spent his youth helping his parents and...

Nov 29, 2023

Patricia Anne (Rowland) Stires, 77, passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2023. The daughter of Edmund and Ellie (Ridgway) Rowland, she was born on November 23, 1946, in Columbus, Ohio.

Patricia lived most of her life in Madison County, graduating from the London High School Class of 1964. She married the love of her life Larry Leo Stires...

Nov 23, 2023

Marion Stephenson "Steve" Coy, 88, of Fairfield Glade, Tennessee passed away on Thanksgiving evening, November 23, 2023.

Born to Marion and Beulah (Callison) Coy on March 15, 1935, in Springfield, Ohio, Steve was dearly loved and respected as a friend, neighbor, and co-worker, and was a valued member of the communities he lived in. He was preceded...

Nov 6, 2023

Richard Eugene Dible, 86, of London, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, November 6, 2023.  He was born January 24, 1937, in Upper Sandusky, Ohio, and was the third of six children. Richard enjoyed growing up on a farm in a close-knit family. A significant event that changed the course of his life was...

Nov 4, 2023

Marguerite Sheridan Obituary: Marguerite “Peggy” Louise Sheridan, née Schoonover, of London, Ohio peacefully passed away at her daughter’s residence surrounded by family and her kitty-babies on November 4th, 2023, at the age of 83.

She was born in Washington, DC on December 11th, 1939. She was a wonderful mother and educator who cared passionately for her family...

Nov 1, 2023

Molly Jean Peters passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Molly was born December 17, 1979, in London, Ohio, the daughter of Buck and Judy Winters.

Molly is survived by her parents; Husband Chad Peters; Children: Colten (Alex) Winters, Eli (Erin) North, and Charley Peters; Granddaughter: Elaya North; Sister: Megan (Andrew) Losinske; Brother:...

Oct 1, 2023

Christopher Stephen Blair 51, of London, died Sunday, October 1, 2023, at Madison Health, London. He was born October 15, 1971, in London, the son of C. Stephen and Lois Jane Blair.

He enjoyed raising sheep and shearing Alpaca.

He is survived by his mother, of London.; brothers: Michael Blair and Scott (Joleene) Blair.

Sep 29, 2023

Bobby Junior Williams, 80, of Mt. Gilead, passed away Friday, September 29, 2023. Bobby was born November 15, 1942, in South Solon, Ohio, the son of Hollie and Shirley (Athington) Williams.

Bobby truly enjoyed his profession of driving semi-trucks and drove for as long as he could. He had a great love for racing cars, especially racing...

Sep 26, 2023

Dorothy Rolfes of London, passed away on September 25, 2023, at the Madison House in London. She was born January 31, 1945, to John C. and Mildred A Robison. Dorothy attended Saint Mary’s High School where she graduated in 1963. Dorothy worked as a special needs assistant in the Jefferson Local School District and later became a photographer and...