Cardaras Funeral Homes

04/22/2026

Five affirmations to help heal.
1) I have lived and loved.
2) I honor the love more than the loss.
3) All experiences make me stronger.
4) All of me is filled with love and light.
5) I am healing.

04/21/2026

Lois "Sis" Clowes Lupher

Lois “Sis” Clowes Lupher, 67, of Buchtel, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Sis was born on September 19, 1958, in Columbus, the daughter of the late Walter Kenny and Della Louise (Snyder) Clowes. Sis is survived by her children, Stacy Simmons and Jack Simmons; 5 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; sisters, Debbie (Mike) White of Buchtel and Jeri (Max) Moran of Frazeysburg; brothers, J.D. (Lacey) Clowes of New Plymouth and Matthew Clowes of Athens; and the love of her...

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04/21/2026

04/20/2026

Robert Joseph Cassady II

Robert J. Cassady II, passed away on April 17, 2026, after a courageous 14‑year battle with cancer. He was born on May 14, 1958, in Columbus, Ohio, and lived his life with quiet strength, kindness, humor, and a deep love for his family. Bob dedicated much of his life to teaching and coaching. He was a woodshop teacher at Circleville, Berne Union, and Licking Valley. He also shared his passion for athletics as a wrestling coach at Logan and Circleville,...

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04/20/2026

Frances Garlene Nixon

Frances Garlene Nixon, 93, of Wellston, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Jenkins Care Community in Wellston. She was born on October 11, 1932, in Greenfield, Ohio, the daughter of the late John Solomon and Hazel Cloe (Fee) Gearing. Frances was the widow of Roy Wilson Nixon. Frances was a member of the Allensville Church of Christ in Christian Union. She was also a life member of the Jackson DAV Post #45 Auxiliary. Frances is survived by her...

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04/17/2026

The Best Things to Say to Someone Who is Grieving
1." I am so sorry for your loss."
2. "I wish I had the right words, just know I care."
3. "I don't know how you feel, but I am here to help in any way I can."
4. "You and your loved one will be in my thoughts and prayers."
5. "My favorite memory of your loved one is…"
6. "I am always just a phone call away"
7. "Give a hug instead of saying something"
8. "What can I do for you today?"
9. "I am usually up early or late, if you need anything"
10. "Saying nothing, just be with the person"

04/16/2026

Billy Wayne Floyd

Billy Wayne Floyd 52, of Columbus, Ohio Passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. He was born in Logan, Ohio, to the late Dennis Wayne Floyd and Phyllis J Whitmore Floyd . Billy was a LPN and worked various places though out his nursing career. Billy leaves behind his mother and two sisters, Sherrie Garza and Jamie Payne. Billy was preceded in death by his father and his maternal grandparents Lewis and Jean...

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04/16/2026

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. –Joshua 1:9

04/14/2026

Arla Lee Chatfield

Arla Lee Chatfield, age 86, went home to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, after a courageous and fierce battle with vascular dementia. Arla was born on October 27, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Arlo and Mabelle (Neer) Chatfield. Arla was Captain of her debate team in college and graduated from Ohio State University with a double Bachelor’s in English and Spanish and a minor in History. She taught those subjects for many years...

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04/14/2026

A grief poem by Rudyard Kipling we thought may be helpful today --

For a season there must be pain -
For a little, little space
I shall lose the sight of her face,
Take back the old life again
While She is at rest in the place.
For a season this pain must endure,
For a little, little while
I shall sigh more often than smile
Till Time shall work me a cure,
And the pitiful days beguile.
For that season we must be apart,
For a little length of years,
Till my life's last hour nears,
And, above the beat of my heart,
I hear Her voice in my ears.
But I shall not understand -
Being set on some later love,
Shall not know her for whom I strove,
Till she reach me forth her hand,
Saying, "Who but I have the right?"
And out of a troubled night
Shall draw me safe to the land.

04/13/2026

Bonnie V. Mace

Bonnie Mace, 74, of Pomeroy, formerly of Nelsonville, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. She was born on March 2, 1952, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late Lloyd “Tucker” and Pearl Marjorie (Stover) Mace. She was married to David Lawson. Bonnie is survived by her husband, David of Pomeroy; a granddaughter; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; sons, Greggory “Bubba” Simms and Jason Simms; and brothers, Steve (Brenda) Mace Sr....

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