Obituaries

Nov 20, 2019

Betty Dawn (Spaulding) Mills, 82, of Collins, OH passed away peacefully at her home following a lengthy illness on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 with her daughters and Hospice nurse by her side.

She was born in Livingston, WV to Tillis Jonas and Clama Elizabeth (Dunlap) Spaulding on September 13, 1937.

She met her husband while...

Nov 20, 2019

Betty J. Downing, 61, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 in Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky, Ohio. She was born on October 28, 1958 to the late William J. and Grethel (Davis) Green in Norwalk, Ohio.

Betty was a lifelong area resident, graduating from Monroeville High School in 1976.  She was member of St. Joseph Catholic...

Nov 20, 2019

Harold B. McClaflin, 87, of New London, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2019 at The Laurels of New London.  He was born on May 20, 1932 in Nova, Ohio to the late Orrie and Mildred (nee Stewart) McClaflin.

Harold loved farming and horses and enjoyed visiting with family and friends.  He was a member of 4-H...

Nov 20, 2019

Judy C. Ackerman, 70, of Norwalk, passed away on Wednesday morning, November 20, 2019 in Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky following a lengthy illness.  She was born on January 14, 1949 in Morgantown, West Virginia.

Judy was employed as a Habilitation Specialist with the Renaissance House in Norwalk, retiring in 2010.  She was a past employee...

Nov 18, 2019

Gene Marcellus Arthur, 95, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on November 18, 2019. Gene was born in 1924 in Spring Grove, IN, to the late Arthur "Art" and Lavon (Ohmart) Arthur.  Following his childhood on the family farm near North Manchester, IN, Gene graduated from Tri State College in Angola, IN, in 1945 with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering.  ...

Nov 18, 2019

Donna Stewart, 89, of Norwalk, formerly of Wakeman, died Monday, November 18, 2019 at her home.    She was born February 5, 1930 in Elyria, Ohio, daughter of the late Frank and Minnie Mowatt.  Donna grew up in LaGrange and was a 1948 graduate of LaGrange High School.   When Donna got married she moved to Wakeman where she lived until...

Nov 17, 2019

James Joseph Teehan, 80, a lifelong resident of Wellington, died unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, November 17, 2019. Born on August 9, 1939 in Wellington, he was the son of the late Matthew and Ellen (nee Keough) Teehan.

Jim was a 1957 Wellington High School graduate. He was a pipe fitter and mill write, working at...

Nov 16, 2019

Michael A. Bleam, 50, of Norwalk, Ohio passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Cleveland Metro Hospital.  He was born on October 28, 1969 in Findlay, Ohio and graduated from Oak Harbor High School in 1987.

Michael worked in food service for Burger King, and Wendy's restaurants.  He was a volunteer firefighter and was previously employed...

Nov 13, 2019

Carol A. Scheetz, 80, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 in Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, Ohio.  She was born to the late Leon and Naomi R. (Schilling) Downing on November 15, 1938 in Norwalk, Ohio and was a lifelong area resident.

Carol graduated from Norwalk High School in 1956 and held jobs as a waitress...

Nov 12, 2019

Norwalk, Ohio – Richard A. "Rich" Wise, 43, of Norwalk, died on November 12, 2019 at the University of Toledo Medical Center.  He was born on December 14, 1975 to Gloria (Quillen) and the late Charles Wise in Cleveland.

Rich was a good friend who loved his family and was cherished by his nieces and nephews.  He...

Nov 12, 2019

Eugene P. Doughty, 87, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, in his home surrounded by his family.  He was born to the late George A. and Marie A. (Haas) Doughty on March 9, 1932, in Norwalk, Ohio.  Gene was a lifelong area resident and member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Norwalk, Ohio.  He was a Veteran of...

Nov 12, 2019

Brent Allen Behner, 79, of Penfield, died Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at home. Born on January 1, 1940 in Wakeman, he was the son of the late Lyle and Florence (nee Wollenslegel) Behner. Brent grew up in LaGrange and was a graduate of LaGrange High School.

Brent was a tractor mechanic and worked for Behner's Garage, Wellington...

Nov 11, 2019

David C. Henry, 64, died unexpectedly on November 11, 2019 at home.  Born on August 5, 1955 in Norwalk to Marcella (Simon) Henry and the late Charles Henry. He was a 1973 Norwalk St. Paul High School graduate and lifelong area resident.

Dave worked for Americraft Carton as the shipping manager.  He was a hard worker, who...

Nov 9, 2019

Christine "Chrissy" A. (Brown) Eastman, 45, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, November 9, 2019 at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky.  She was born on July 13, 1974 in Oberlin, Ohio to the late James H. and Judith (Diewald) Brown.

Chrissy was a loving mother who loved her family and cherished her children.  She...

Nov 8, 2019

Betty Jo (Davis) Hunter of Clarksfield, OH passed away on November 8, 2019, surrounded by family.  Betty was born in Red Jacket, WV, in 1934. As a young woman, she moved to New London, OH where she met and married her husband of 64 years, Holley Hunter, in 1955.  Together, they raised six children who all attended and graduated...

Nov 8, 2019

Elizabeth A. Siwinski, 92, of Wellington, died Friday, November 8, 2019 at home surrounded by her family. Born on December 4, 1926 in Cleveland, she was the daughter of the late Anton and Agnes Drinski.

Betty was raised in Cleveland and moved to Wellington with her husband and family in 1967. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, either...

Nov 7, 2019

David Allen "Bubba" France Jr., of Greenwich, died Thursday, November 7, 2019, the result of a motor vehicle accident.  He was born on February 28, 2001 in Norwalk to David France Sr. and Debra Brant.  David was a 2019 South Central High School graduate who participated in football and track while in school.

He will be remembered...

Nov 7, 2019

Janette Amiee Montoney, 85, of Wellington, died on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at University Hospital in Elyria. Born in Brighton, Ohio on September 17, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Theressa (nee Hales) Miller. She was a Wellington High School graduate and lived in Wellington most of her life.

Janette worked at Forrest...

Nov 5, 2019

David F. Runyon (61) of Nova, died Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at his home.  He was born January 5, 1958 in Lorain County.  Mr. Runyon was an overhead crane operator and enjoyed golfing, model trains, camping, tinkering and spending time with his family.

Mr. Runyon is survived by his significant other for 23 years: Joyce Kepler. Daughter:...

Nov 4, 2019

Rebecca Kay Brasee, 73, of LaGrange, died Monday, November 4, 2019 surrounded by her family. Born on October 16, 1946 in Lodi, she was the daughter of the late Marshal and Flora (nee Biddinger) Cole.

Becky was a 1964 graduate of Wellington High School. She worked for Liberty Lane group home, adult care center in Grafton for...