David Jones, 72, of Ashland, died Monday, January 27 at Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Ashland. Born on May 9, 1947 in Somerville, SC. David was raised by his mother, Betty Smith and lived most of his life in Ohio.   David was a 1966 graduate of Wellington High School. Following graduation, he served his country in the United States Marines from 1966-1969 during Vietnam. He worked at Headstrum in Ashland for 13 years.    He was a proud member of the American Legion. David...

Virginia “Ginnie” B. Burt, 85, of New London died peacefully at home with her family by her side on Sunday, January 26, 2020.  Ginnie was born December 23, 1934, in Milford, Michigan.  She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothy Ruggles.  Ginnie is survived by her daughters and their families; Laurie Jones and Lynette Phillips.  There will be no services.  Condolences may be shared with the family at www.eastmanfuneralhome.com.

Margaret Florence Jones (nee Sopko), 100, of Wellington, died on Friday, January 24, 2020 at the Elm’s Retirement Village. Born on January 2, 1920 in McDonald, PA, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Elizabeth (nee Redman) Sopko. Margaret grew up in Finleyville, PA and lived in PA most of her life before moving to Wellington in 2001. She was a member of the Houston United Methodist Church and involved in their senior programs where she assisted the senior citizens. Margaret...

Joan Marie (Stradtman) Perry, 76, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2020 at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky.  She was born on December 23, 1943 in Sandusky to the late John Karl and Lydia (Meinen) Stradtman.  Joan is a child of God who enjoyed walking, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.  She retired from R.R. Donnelly in 2006 where she worked for many years.  Survivors include her children, Veronica (Michael) Spayd, John (Angela)...

James Craig Wylie, 76, of Wellington, died Thursday, January 23, 2020 at home. Born on April 15, 1943 in Mercer Co. PA, he was the son of the late Harry and Leora (nee Craig) Wylie. James grew up in Pennsylvania and moved to Ohio as an adult.    James served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He then began work as a machinist. James was a member of the American Legion as well as the NRA. He enjoyed playing a game of Parcheesi with friends and family and rarely...

Nicole “Niki” James Fertig, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on January 22, 2020, at the age of 30.  She was born on October 31, 1989 in Norwalk to James (Michelle) Fertig and Missy (Jon Sugaski) Estep.  Niki attended Norwalk High School and EHOVE where she took courses to be an STNA.  Niki will be remembered for her sense of humor and love of music, especially KISS and the Grateful Dead.  She is survived by her children, Logen Taylor of Huron and...

Stephanie Ann Smith, 77 of Norwalk, Ohio, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 in Norwalk Memorial Home. She was born on January 15, 1943, to the late S. Henry and Maude (Eaton) Smith in Norwalk, Ohio and was a lifelong area resident. Stephanie graduated from Norwalk High School in 1961 and earned a bachelor’s degree from Ashland College in 1967. She was a 55+ year member of the Norwalk United Methodist Church, and member of the United Methodist Women.  She...

Ronald W. Dalton, 67, of Olena died on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at his home.  Ronald was born on December 4, 1952 in Norwalk, the son of Beatrice (Manahan) Kooken and William Dalton.  He was a lifelong resident of Olena. Ronald was employed as a paramedic with North Central EMS.  He was also well known for his drywall business.  Ronald enjoyed woodworking, trains and fishing.  When time allowed he enjoyed metal detecting.  Ronald was well known for his ability...

Norma E. Sawyer, 84, of New London died on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Stein Hospice in Sandusky, Ohio.  She was born on February 6, 1935, the daughter of the late Dorothy (Taber) and Weston Lant.  Norma is survived by her husband Tom of 54 years; daughters Hiedi Rice and Jennifer Carter; grandchildren, Channon, Justin, Chelsea, Kaleb, Wyatt, Dakota, Morgan, Julia, Jordan, Jayda and Justice; sister Shirley Watson; nieces Robin Salva, and Julie Baker and nephew Carl Watson...

Coleen E. Puckett, 82, of Wellington, died Monday, January 20, 2020 at the Elm’s Retirement Village. Born on December 7, 1937 in Akron, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Margaret (nee Johnson) Benear. Coleen grew up in New London and moved to Wellington in 1963. Coleen worked for a time at Forest City and Rockwell, and prior to that had worked at Higbees. She was active in the Assembly of God Church both in Wellington and Elyria, teaching Sunday school and singing gospel...