Donajean Pettit Shafer, age 89, of Crystal River, FL left her family to be with the Lord on Apr 4, 2023.  Donajean was born outside Greenwich, Ohio in 1934 to the parents of Donald Jay and Irene Ryliss (Ecrement) Pettit.  She was a graduate of Greenwich High School, received her nursing education in Akron Ohio and later received her Bachelor of Science degree from Western Michigan University.  She was employed as a Registered Nurse at Ohio University, Whirlpool Corp, and the...

Theodore E. Sawyer, of Lorain and formerly of Wellington, died at Mercy Health Lorain on May 30, 2023, of a short illness. He was born in Amherst on September 24, 1945, to parents Eugene and Phyllis Sawyer. He attended Keystone High School. In 2002, Ted retired from Republic Steel (formerly US Steel). Upon retirement, he was a NAPA delivery driver. He is survived by his wife, Victoria (nee Spearnock); sisters, Cindy (Don) Carter, of Lodi, and Jane Waldo, of Woodstock, GA; brothers, David...

John A. Beekman (74) of North Fairfield, died on Monday, May 29, 2023, at his home.  He was born April 4, 1949, in Greenfield, Oh to the late Dorothy (Ohara) and Glenn Beekman.  John served in the US Army during the Vietnam War and was retired from CSX as the Director of Administration.  He was a member of the North Fairfield American Legion and enjoyed woodworking, watching old westerns, loved animals, was kindhearted and a family man. John was married to Allene (Parrott)...

Gloria Ann Parker entered into eternal rest on Saturday morning, May 27, 2023.  She was born in Wakeman, Ohio on May 31, 1931. A lifelong resident of Wakeman, Ohio, Gloria enjoyed the simple things in life. She spent much of her free time in the garden of her country home. She loved family, country music, and the Buckeyes. She is survived by her brother, Randolph Parker of Wakeman Ohio, nephew Ronald Parker of Wayne, Michigan, niece Jennifer (Mark) Libertowski of Wakeman Ohio, great...

Willy G. Evans, 54, of Nova, OH died on Friday, May 26, 2023, at Stein Hospice in Sandusky.  Willy was known by most as “Bones”, a nick name he’s had for years.  Willy was born on May 4, 1969 in Elyria, OH.  He was the son of the late Harry “Hambone” and Erna “Nellie” (nee’ Schmidt) Evans. Willy was a 1987 graduate of Mapleton High School where he attended the Ashland County West Homes JVS.  He was a member of the...

Joan Wright, 79, of Norwalk, Ohio, died on May 26, 2023, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center.  She was born on June 2, 1943, in Willard, Ohio, to the late Jessie (Barnett) and Leo Roberts.   An active member of her church, Trinity Temple Church in Berlin Heights, Joan enjoyed fishing, puzzles, and card games.  She loved family gatherings, and after her mother, Jessie passed, she assumed the role of family matriarch.  When she was younger, she also enjoyed riding her...

Edward J. (Wenceslas) Schoville, 68, of New London, Ohio, died on May 23, 2023, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center in Norwalk, Ohio.  He was born on April 4, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Burrell and Mildred (Brinker) Schoville.  Ed graduated from Wellington High School in 1973 and studied Agricultural Mechanics at Lorain County JVC.  A devoted family man and lifelong farmer, Ed was always good for a story.  He worked for Krystowski Tractor Sales Inc. for 17 ½...

Marilyn VanLoo, 91, formerly of Willard, went to be with her Lord on Monday, May 22, 2023, at the Lexington Court Care Center in Mansfield.  She was born on September 5, 1931, in Grand Rapids, MI, the daughter of the late M.C. and Clara (Sondervan) Roskam.  Marilyn played organ for over 30 years at the Norwalk 1st Baptist Church, where she was a member.  She was a true musician that could play any tune by ear.  She was a wonderful cook and excellent baker! A true...

Suzanne “Susie” E. (Frizzell) Searls (84) of Norwalk, passed away Friday morning, May 19, 2023, at Fisher Titus Medical Center after a valiant battle against cancer. Susie was born March 27, 1939, in Ashland, Ohio to the late Ralph and Ruth (Phillips) Frizzell. She grew up in Nova and spent her youth helping her father deliver groceries from his store. Susie graduated from Ruggles-Troy High School in 1957. She married C. Dale Searls on September 6, 1958. After her daughters were...

Sharon Ann Strader, 73, of Norwalk, passed away early Friday morning, May 19, 2023, at the Cleveland Clinic.   Sharon was born on March 17, 1950, in Oberlin, OH to the late Clarabelle (Rice) Youngless and Norman Youngless, Sr. She graduated from New London High School and was employed as a home health aide with Seniors Helping Seniors. Sharon was a member of the Eagles Club and VFW. She enjoyed visiting casinos, playing bingo, and making others happy.   Sharon is survived by her...