Annette F. Miller, Norwalk, age 72, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Annette was born on February 13, 1947 in Norwalk to the late Howard and Virginia (Pflieger) Mahl.  Annette graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics.  She worked for First Travel in Michigan City, Indiana, taught in the Akron school system, and later for State Farm Insurance.  She is survived by her husband Roger Miller. ...

Mary Charlotte Thompson, 77, of Greenwich, died Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Stein Hospice, Sandusky.     She was born April 2, 1942 in Fallsburg, Kentucky, daughter of the late Johnie Lee and Lillian (Sexton) Taylor.   She had lived in Greenwich since 1959 and recently had spent some time living in West Virginia and Kentucky.   Mary had worked at Midwest Industries,  was a school bus driver with South Central Schools in the late 1980’s, at...

Peggy S. Terry, 71, of Sullivan, passed from this life to the next on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Medina Hospice Care Center.  She was born on November 29, 1947 in Yolyn, WV to the late John Bennett “JB” and Stella (Adkins) Owsley.  She married the love of her life John Terry at the age of 17 and graduated from Logan High School.   She lived in Logan, WV until 1987, when the family moved to Ohio.  She was a bank teller for a many years, retiring from...

Carter Stephen Smith, 23, of Sullivan, lost his long hard fought battle with addiction on Wednesday, July 17, 2019. Born on June 7, 1996, in Kissimmee FL, he was the son of Beverly Stephens and the late Burl Smith Jr. Carter attended both Wellington Schools and Black River.    Carter enjoyed basketball and rooting on Cleveland Cavs as well as the Browns. He will be remembered as a kind hearted friend, loyal, sympathetic, and very likable. Carter loved his family and cherished the...

Dawn Elaine Sword, 71, a lifelong resident of Wellington, died Monday, July 15, 2019 at home surrounded by her family. Born on May 27, 1948, in Lodi, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Helen (nee Beam) McClellan. Dawn worked for Forest City for over 25 years. She also detailed cars for numerous people in town. Dawn enjoyed being outdoors working in her yard, in her flowerbeds, or taking a walk. Yearly trips to Cedar Point with her family were always a highlight as was the Lorain...

Richard “Pinky” Walter, 89, of Wellington, died Sunday, July 14, 2019 at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky. Born on August 14, 1929 in Lodi, he was the son of the late John and Clara (nee Scheafer) Walter.    Pinky served in the United States Army from 1951-1953. He worked as a truck driver for Hoff and Co. Trucking and later for Tri-State. Pinky also worked at Forest City and as a sentry at the Lorain County JVS. Pinky was a life member of the VFW and the AmVets. He...

Goldie Marie Hunter, 81, of Wellington, died Sunday, July 14, 2019 at the New Life Hospice center in Lorain. Born on February 6, 1938 in Teaberry KY, she was the daughter of the late Garfield and Edna (nee Tackett) Hamilton. Goldie moved to the Wellington area in 1959.    Goldie worked for the Hinton POV Products Plant in Wellington and then for Forest City, where she retired. She was a member of the Wellington Freewill Baptist Church. Goldie enjoyed tending to her flower and...

Shirley Gene Pinkman, 83, of Norwalk, died Sunday morning, July 14, 2019, at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky. Born on October 1, 1935 in El Dorado Springs, MO, he was the son of the late Albert and Thelma Pinkman. Gene proudly served in the United States Army. He moved to Sandusky in the 70’s and then made his way to the Norwalk area where he lived the remainder of his life.    Gene worked for IPC and Union Chain in Norwalk. He enjoyed spending time in his garden. Gene...

Rebecca Ann Peterson, 62, of Norwalk, died Friday, July 12, 2019, at home, surrounded by her family. Born on November 23, 1956 in Massillon, she was the daughter of Richard and Francis (nee Robinson) Edwards. Rebecca lived in the Norwalk area most of her life.    Rebecca worked for Industrial Powder Coating for 15 years. She volunteered with Faces of Hope. Rebecca enjoyed painting, sewing, and coloring. She will also be remembered for her love of listening to Michael...

Virginia Mae Reed, 88, of Oberlin, died Friday, July 12, 2019 at EMH University Hospital. Born on April 20, 1931 in Wise VA, she was the daughter of the late McKinley and Maggie (nee Skeen) Hubbard.  Virginia lived most of her adult life in the Wellington and Oberlin areas. Virginia was an active member of the Good Hope Freewill Baptist Church.  She enjoyed spending time in her garden, tending her flowers, canning, and cooking for her family. Most of all she cherished time with...