Local Obituaries
for families in West Liberty, OH.
Robert David Godwin
Jun 30, 2025
Robert "Bob" David Godwin, 86, of Monroe Township in West Liberty, Ohio, passed
away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at his beloved farm, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on April 27, 1939, to Chester and Velma Godwin, Bob was a lifelong resident of
Monroe Township. He lived a life rooted...
Betty Kaylor
Jun 28, 2025
Betty J. Kaylor, age 87, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, surrounded by her family at Walnut Crossing Assisted Living facility in Marysville, Ohio. Â Born on July 31,1937 in Huntington, WV, she was the loving daughter of Curtis and Cleo Huffman, and the beloved mother of Kayleen (Stephen) Foreman, Kelly (John) Kenerly, Kyle (Kristine) Kaylor, Kurt (Tina) Kaylor. Â ...
Marlene Clara Forsythe
Jun 27, 2025
Marlene Forsythe nee Harris was born on February 12, 1936 to Lawrence and Lila Harris. She
was the 2nd of 9 children. Four of her siblings survive: Barbara Dodson, Pat Harmsworth,
Pam Bowser and Greg Harris.
In 1956 she met and married Gene Forsythe. They had been together forty-nine years before his
...Donald Lillard
Jun 27, 2025
Donald Eugene Lillard Jr., 74 of Bellefontaine passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Don was born June 9, 1951 in Bellefontaine to the late Donald Eugene and Mary Joan (Caulley) Sr. On June 3, 1972 he married the love of his life and wife of 53 years Deborah L....
William G Timberlake Jr.
Jun 23, 2025
William (Billy) Gilbert Timberlake Jr. 55, of Bellefontaine, went home to be with his Lord, and Savior on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Aiden Health Care of Belle Springs.
Billy was born August 12, 1969, in Wilmington to the late William Gilbert Timberlake Sr. and Bonnie Lou Drake. Also, Billy was preceded in death by his sister,...
Shelia Ann (Smith) Lile
Jun 18, 2025
Shelia Ann (Smith) Lile, 83 of Bellefontaine passed away from this earth Wednesday, June 18, 2025 into the waiting arms of her Heavenly Father while surrounded by her family in the comfort of her home.
Shelia was born on March 15, 1942 to the late Arthur Smith and the late Genevieve Linet. Shelia was the wife of...
Barbara Rae Dotson
Jun 17, 2025
Barbara Rae Dotson, 72 of Bellefontaine passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Lima Memorial Hospital.
Barb was born March 19, 1953 in Bellefontaine to the late Ray P. and Glendora (Bell) Allen. On June 15, 1990 in Bellefontaine she married Larry E. Dotson, who survives. She is also survived by her daughters, Heather Shisler and Ashley...
Martha L Linville
May 15, 2025
Martha Linville, 85 Bellefontaine, OH passed away to the Lord's heavenly realm on May 15, 2025 at Ayden Health Care Belle Springs Care Center.
She was born at home on August 21, 1939 in Mechanicsburg, OH to the late Betty Jane Hankel and Earl Eugene Nichols.
She was preceded in death by her husband of...
Naomi Jane Weeks
May 11, 2025
Naomi Jane Weeks, 90, of Bellefontaine passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025 at the Brookdale Senior Living Center in Dublin, OH.
Jane was born June 20, 1934 in Bellefontaine to the late Ralph William and Isabel (Vance) Howard. On June 22, 1952 she married the love of her life, Richard "Dick" Weeks, who preceded her in death...
Nichole F Hill
May 4, 2025
Nichole Frances Hill, a cherished and joyful presence in her family, passed away at the tender age of 19 months on May 4, 2025, in Marysville Ohio. Born September 25th, 2023, Nichole quickly became the center of her family's world, known affectionately as their little princess.
Nichole's radiant smile and infectious laughter brought immense joy to all...
Raymond Lee Gaines Sr.
May 3, 2025
Raymond Lee Gaines Sr. of Bellefontaine, passed away at home on Saturday, May 3, 2025
He was born in Martins Ferry, OH on November 15th,1938 son of the late Arthur F. and Arlene (Thompson) Gaines
After graduating from high school, he joined the Air Force in 1957 and served 12 years, stationed at Ellsworth AFB...
Nicholas "Nick" B. Close
Apr 26, 2025
Nicholas "Nick" B. Close, of Bellefontaine passed away suddenly Saturday, April 26, 2025 at his residence.
Nick was born October 12, 1980 in Bellefontaine to Charles Kenneth and Tina Ann (Orahood) Close Sr. On February 27, 2016 in Bellefontaine he married Amanda Marie Church, who survives. He is also survived by his children, Austin (Stephanie) Payne, Jordan...
William "Bill" E. Rittershausen
Apr 26, 2025
William "Bill" E. Rittershausen, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton.
Bill was born June 11, 1943 in Liberty, NY to the late Theodore G. and Muriel E. (Erskine) Rittershausen. On June 6, 1966 he was married in Jeffersonville, NY to the love of his life, Roberta Ann Schmauss, who preceded...
Roger Cole
Apr 18, 2025
Roger Cole 95, formerly of Bellefontaine passed away Friday April 18, 2025 at The Grand of Dublin. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date
Lori Ann Carnes
Apr 17, 2025
Lori Ann Carnes, 61, a devoted wife, and a cherished friend, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025. Lori was a beacon of love and joy in the lives of everyone who knew her.
Lori was born May 1, 1963, the youngest of five, to the late Robert Levon and Mildren Inez (Taggart) Stevenson. On March 9,...
Paul A Amick
Apr 5, 2025
Paul A Amick 55, of Bellefontaine passed away Saturday April 5, 2025. He was born July 9, 1969 in Barnesville, Ohio. A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of his family
Linda Sue Austin
Apr 5, 2025
Linda Sue Austin, 70 of Rushsylvania passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Linda was born June 23, 1954 in Bellefontaine to the late James Richard and Helen Louise (Zachary) Price. On June 11, 1972 in Rushsylvania she married the love of her life Allan Dale Austin, who survives. She...
Luisa B Alonzo
Mar 29, 2025
Luisa B. Alonzo, 87 of Lakeview passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at her residence.
Luisa was born August 19, 1937 in the Philippines to the late Pedro and Augustina (Biong) Barsana. She later married Jose A. Alonzo, who preceded her in death June 6, 1992. She is also preceded in death by her children, Vilma B....
Mary L Stumbo
Mar 27, 2025
Mary Lee Stumbo, 72 of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025 at her residence. Mary was born on February 16, 1953 to the late Robert Duff and Gloria (Wooley) Duff Schultz who survives. Mary was preceded in death by a brother Michael Duff, a sister Elizabeth Castle-Holyman, nephew Chad Duff, father in law Roger Stumbo, and niece...





