Lana L. Tilton

April 28, 1962 — January 27, 2026




Lana L. Tilton, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at the age of 63. She was born on April 28, 1962, in Springfield, Ohio, and spent her life in the warmth of the Hillsboro community.

Lana was a devoted mother to her daughter, Alesha (Terry) Penwell, step-sons, Jan, Micah and Caleb Kinsley, grandmother of Logan (Kat) Knisley, Wyatt (Hayleigh) Knisley, and Laith Knisley, loving great-grandmother to Jaxson and Braven Knisley, sister, Nancy (Jeff) Meece, brothers, Ernest "Bud" Tilton and Thomas (Cheryl) Tilton, Joseph Jordan, who was her compainion for 25 years, life long friend, Mary Knisley and several nieces, cousins and a host of friends whom will remember her kindness, humor, and unwavering support.

A woman of simple joys, Lana found happiness in the little things, whether it was exploring yard sales or doting on her beloved cats. Her laughter and warmth brightened the lives of those around her, leaving a lasting imprint that will be felt for years to come.

Burial of Cremains will be held 12:00 P.M. Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Westwood Cemetery.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 1:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. at the Brush Creek Community Center, 31 Grand Street, Sinking Spring, Ohio.

Thompson Funeral Home has the honor of serving the family.

The family would like to thank Kathy Miller and Donna Lewis for their special care that they gave Lana.

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Saturday, March 7, 2026

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Westwood Cemetery

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Celebration of Life

Saturday, March 7, 2026

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Brush Creek Community Center

31 Grand Street, Sinking Spring, OH 45172

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