Bonnie I. Houghtlen, 75, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2020 in Fisher Titus Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 26, 1945 to the late Kenneth and Donna (Farley) Houghtlen, she was raised in Collins, Ohio, graduated from Western Reserve High School, moved to Vermillion, Ohio, and settled in Norwalk, Ohio where she has resided for the past 20 years. Bonnie worked many years at the Norwalk Foundry, in the mold removal department, she was also employed...

Jerry A. Standen, 70, of Wellington, died Wednesday, February 26, 2020, surrounded by his family at home. Born on February 13, 1950 in Oberlin, he was the son of the late Merrill and Marie (nee Costanzo) Standen. Jerry lived most of his life in Wellington.    A true entrepreneur, Jerry was self employed his whole life, owning a number of business in Wellington. He owned Standen’s Drive-In, Standen’s Chicken and Ribs, and Livery Antiques. He was also well known as an...

Richard E. Meisler, 69, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 surrounded by his wife, children, and loving family members.  He was born on September 27, 1950 in Dover, Delaware to James G. and Mary (Bell) Meisler.  He was a 1970 graduate of Norwalk High School.  Rich married Terrie Sweet, his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, on August 7, 1971.  Together they raised three children.  They enjoyed 48 wonderful years together.  Rich and Terrie...

Robert C. Herold of New London, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2020 in Stein Hospice Center, Sandusky, Ohio. He was born to the late Carl and Irene (Lockwood) Herold on June 16, 1932 in Columbia Station Township, Ohio. He moved to the New London area in the late 1940’s, where he spent the remainder of his life. Robert helped his father on the family farm and he served in the United States Army. He worked as a foreman of the axel department for 25 years at The Ohio Body, New...

Deborah Ann (Gropp) Rahrig, 66, of Monroeville, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2020 at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky.  She was born on August 15, 1953 in Montreal, Canada to Mary (McFadden) Gropp and the late George A. Gropp.  Deborah had many family roles but in everything she did she was loving.  She enjoyed knitting and had made many hats, gloves, and outfits for both young and old.  Deb was a hairdresser for many years before she changed careers and...

Richard E. Spoerr, 80, of Sewanee, TN, passed away on February 16, 2020 at home.  He was born on March 23, 1939 in Mansfield, Ohio to the late Edward and Marion (Kessler) Spoerr.  Richard was a graduate of East Leyden High School. He was raised in Mansfield,OH and had lived in Warren, Toledo, the suburbs of Chicago, IL and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, making many friends along the way.  Richard enjoyed road trips, family visits,...

Allen Robert Linder, 65 of Milan, died on February 20 as part of a work related rescue attempt. He was born on November 29, 1954 in Norwalk to the late Frank and Agnes (Phillips) Linder. Allen graduated from Norwalk High School and EHOVE. Allen loved his wife, his children and cherished his grandchildren. He was a skilled winemaker alongside his friend Norb Barman whom he admired. He was a truck driver for KAG (Keenan Advantage Group). He formerly drove for Norwalk Furniture. He drove...

Norwalk, Ohio – Carl G. Neuberger, 91 of Norwalk, Ohio passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020 in his home, surrounded by his family. He was born July 8, 1928 to the late Julius and Jeanette (Kemper) Neuberger in Norwalk, Ohio and was a lifelong area resident.  He was a graduate of Norwalk High School and he proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Carl was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, and Firelands V.F.W. Post 2743 in Norwalk, Ohio. He owned...

Joe Stevens Sr., 71, lifelong resident of New London died on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at home.  He was born on November 13, 1948 in New London, the son of the late Mack and Jessie Stevens.  Joe retired as a construction superintendent from OSECO in Norwalk after 40 years.  He was a member of the Air National Guard.  Joe was a simple man, who enjoyed being outside and spending time with friends.  One thing Joe loved was Nascar racing.  In addition to his...

Elenore G. Beck, 99, of Bonita Springs, FL passed away peacefully on February 8, 2020.   She was born on February 6, 1921 in Detroit, MI to the late Louis Carl and Bertha (VanSloff) Esch.  She graduated from Commerce High School, (Detroit, MI). Elenore married Wilbur Beck and together they raised 5 children.  They enjoyed 63 wonderful years together.  In 1955 they purchased a farm and relocated to North Fairfield, Ohio.  In 1982 the couple retired to Bonita...