Obituaries

Nancy Elaine Abbott

Nancy Elaine Abbott

Nov 23, 2025

Nancy Elaine Abbott, 94, of Cambridge, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Cardinal Place.

Nancy was born September 13, 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio, a daughter to the late George Benton and Josie (Reedy) White.

She graduated from Cleveland Heights High School and Virginia Intermont College with an associate degree. She was a member of the Cambridge Country Club and loving playing...

Nancy A Wamsley

Nancy A Wamsley

Nov 21, 2025

Nancy A. Wamsley, 72, of Byesville, passed away Friday, November 21, 2025, at her home.

She was born February 1, 1953, in Marietta, daughter of the late Perry Ivan Mike Linger and Viola Ruth (Augenstein) Linger.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Danny Wamsley Sr.; and a son, Danny Wamsley Jr.

She is survived by two...

William Dale Strawsburg

William Dale Strawsburg

Nov 16, 2025

William D. Strawsburg, 77, of Pleasant City, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025, at OhioHealth Southeastern Medical Center.

He was born February 7, 1948 in Troy, son of the late Cecil E. Strawsburg and Marjorie (Casey) Strawsburg.

Mr. Strawsburg retired from the US Army.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Doreen (Makarrall) Strawsburg; and two brothers,...

Evelyn Darlene Lake

Evelyn Darlene Lake

Nov 15, 2025

Evelyn D. (Slasor) Lake, 82, of Byesville Ohio passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025, in Cambridge Ohio surrounded by her loving family.

She was born January 12, 1943, in Antrim, Ohio, to the late Pearl A Slasor and Nola E Collins Slasor.

She was a homemaker most of her life and found the most joy in being with her children and grandchildren....

David Lee Clifton

David Lee Clifton

Nov 14, 2025

David Lee Clifton, Sr, 73, Cambridge, Ohio, passed peacefully in his sleep on Friday evening, November 14th, 2025, his family by his side. David was born June 20, 1952, to James Earnest and Betty Lou Gillogly Clifton at Good Samaritan Hospital, Zanesville, Ohio. He was the first of four children, and the first-born twin two minutes ahead of his sister,...

Charles Ross Hanes Jr.

Charles Ross Hanes Jr.

Nov 12, 2025

Charles Ross Hanes Jr., a cherished member of the Kimbolton community, passed away on November 12, 2025, at the Ohio Health Southeastern Medical Center. Born on January 6, 1936, in Cambridge, he lived a life rich in community service, family devotion, and personal interests that brought joy and spirit to those around him.

A dedicated professional, Charles committed himself to various...

Maxine Marie Barriat

Maxine Marie Barriat

Nov 10, 2025

Maxine Marie Barriat, 96, of Cambridge, passed away Monday, November 10, 2025, at her home.

She was born May 29, 1929, in Cambridge, daughter of the late Joseph N. Power and Eugenia (Boulet) Power.

Mrs. Barriat, “Pat” as she was known to friends and family, was employed by the Ohio Valley Dairy in her youth as a waitress/clerk and as a clerk...

Michael "Mike" D Kavage

Michael "Mike" D Kavage

Nov 9, 2025

Michael D. Kavage, 78, of Lore City, passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born on January 4, 1947, in Martins Ferry, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents, Larry and Mildred (Boich) Kavage.



Mike proudly served in the U.S. Army’s 173rd Airborne Brigade. As a Sky Soldier during...

Alice B. Stewart

Alice B. Stewart

Nov 6, 2025

Alice B. Stewart, 74, of Byesville, died Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center.

Alice was born March 20, 1951, in Harrisville, Ohio, a daughter of the late Ellsworth R. Stewart and Viola (Devault) Hayes.

She retired from Child and Family Services, where she was employed for 20 years.

Alice was a 1969 graduate of Cambridge High School and...

Loretta Annette Brokaw

Loretta Annette Brokaw

Nov 2, 2025

Loretta Annette Brokaw, 75, of Cambridge, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, at her home.

She was born February 12,1950 to the late George and Rose Jakubisin. She worked and retired from SEORMC.

Loretta enjoyed baking, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son, Eric Brokaw, her brothers-in-law William...

Charles Richard Cowgill

Charles Richard Cowgill

Oct 30, 2025

Our hearts are broken as we share that Charles Richard Cowgill, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on October 30, 2025, at the age of 74.

Chuck was born on September 26, 1951, and lived a life filled with hard work, quiet strength, and deep love for his family. Though his passing was sudden, the memories he...

John "J.K." Kuhn Larrick

John "J.K." Kuhn Larrick

Oct 26, 2025

John Kuhn "J.K." Larrick, 81, of Cambridge, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at his home.

J.K. was born on March 22, 1944, in Noble County, a son of the late John R. Larrick and  Tharcilla (Kuhn) Larrick-Smith.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sisters, Sharon Rominger...

Mary Jane (Winland)  Stevens

Mary Jane (Winland) Stevens

Oct 24, 2025

Mary Jane (Winland) Stevens, 66, of Lore City, passed away Friday, October 24, 2025, at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville.

Mary was born on December 13, 1958, in Cambridge, a daughter of Ardith (Roe) Winland, and the late Paul H. Winland.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a brother, Paul H....

Sandra (Brock)  Kellstadt

Sandra (Brock) Kellstadt

Oct 23, 2025

Sandra Elaine (Brock) Kellstadt, of Cambridge, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Ohio State University East.

She was born on November 17, 1936, in Cambridge, the daughter of the late Ralph and Goldie (Durben) Brock.

Sandra was a graduate of Cambridge High School and The Ohio State University, where she earned her...

Larry G Huston

Larry G Huston

Oct 22, 2025

Larry G. Huston, 84, of Cambridge, died Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025, at Cambridge Place.

He was born September 26, 1941, son of the late Raymond and Bessie (McKim) Huston.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife and the mother of his children, Judith (Collins) Huston.

Larry...

Richard Lee King

Richard Lee King

Oct 16, 2025

Richard Lee King, 84, of Byesville, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Embassy of Cambridge.

Richard was born August 17, 1941, in Cambridge, a son to the late Raymond King and Dorothy (Larrison) Williams.

He was a Christian by faith and loved to play guitar and sing as well as mow grass, tinker with...

Robert "Bob" Solomon Yockey

Robert "Bob" Solomon Yockey

Oct 11, 2025

Robert "Bob" Solomon Yockey, 73, of Quaker City, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025, on his farm.

Bob was born April 22, 1952, in Barnesville, a son to the late George and Catherine (Christman) Yockey.

Bob attended Salt Fork Baptist Church. He drove trucks for many years and loved to farm, participated and attended tractor...

Burdette Parry Jr

Burdette Parry Jr

Oct 9, 2025

Burdette Parry Jr., of Cambridge, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025, surrounded by the family and friends he loved so deeply—and who loved him just as much. Born in Glendale, West Virginia, on January 28, 1950, Burdette was the second of six children born to the late Burdette and Norma Lee (Dolen) Parry.

He is...

Lionel Perez

Lionel Perez

Oct 5, 2025

Lionel Perez, 54, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2025, at his home in Cambridge.

He was born April 5, 1971.

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Melody (Stout)  Bezold

Melody (Stout) Bezold

Oct 3, 2025

Melody (Stout) Bezold, 71, of Cambridge, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025, at her home.

Melody was born April 19, 1954, in Akron, a daughter to the late Henry and Minnie Lou (Talkington) Stout.

She was a graduate of Kenmore High School in 1972 and was a waitress over the years.

In addition...