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Elizabeth J “Betty” Fitch

Elizabeth J “Betty” Fitch

Feb 22, 2016

Norwalk, Ohio - Elizabeth J. "Betty" Fitch, 75, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away Monday, February 22, 2016 in her home. She was born April 30, 1940 in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Adam and Mary (Palivoda) Zuk, and came to this area in 1949 from Cleveland. Betty was a former employee of Fanny Farmer Candy Co., Norwalk Furniture, Durable Mat,...

Ruth Sparks Mouzon

Ruth Sparks Mouzon

Feb 22, 2016

Ruth Sparks Mouzon, 88, died peacefully early Monday morning, February 22, 2016, in Oberlin, Ohio, surrounded by her three children. Ruth was born to the late Richard Sparks and Ivory Ethel (Wells) Sparks on September 15, 1927 in Lawrence County, Kentucky. She left school after the third grade to help her family, both in the fields with her father, and...

Marcus  C Sheldon

Marcus C Sheldon

Feb 20, 2016

Norwalk, Ohio - Marcus C. Sheldon, 45, passed away on February 20, 2016, He was a lifelong area resident, and was a longtime member of the Cement Masons Union. Marcus was employed as a supervisor at Legends Construction, and he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. Marcus is survived by his mother, Andrea L. Downing, of Norwalk, Ohio,...

Shanee Ray Dowler

Shanee Ray Dowler

Feb 19, 2016

Shanee Ray Dowler, 24, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 19, 2016. She was born on April 29, 1991 in Oberlin Ohio to Kevin Ray and Kim Angel (nee Potter) Dowler. She was a lifelong Wellington resident. Shanee worked at Green Circle Growers as a crew line leader. As a pastime she enjoyed music, journaling, doodling, coloring and watching cartoons....

Robert Earl Sutherland,, Sr

Robert Earl Sutherland,, Sr

Feb 18, 2016

Robert Earl Sutherland, Sr., passed away peacefully at his home late Thursday, February 18, 2016. He was 69. Born November 11, 1946 in Elyria, to Donald Sutherland and Nadene (Grimes) Sutherland. He graduated from Wellington High School in 1964 and attended The Ohio State University. Robert served in the U.S. Army for 3 years, in Germany. He was a life-long...

Thomas  M North

Thomas M North

Feb 18, 2016

Norwalk, Ohio - Thomas M. North, 74, of Norwalk, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Gaymont Nursing Center, after a long illness.

Tom worked in the Chocolate Industry for 50 Years. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with his 15 grandchildren. Tom is survived by his children, Lisa Ross, of Norwalk, Ohio, John North, of Norwalk, Ohio,...

James  E Laney

James E Laney

Feb 18, 2016

Norwalk, Ohio - James E. Laney, 52, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away early Thursday morning, February 18, 2016 at his home after an extended illness. He was born October 5, 1963 in Paintsville, Kentucky, and had lived in this area most of his life. James graduated with a Bachelor's Degree, from Fortis College of Nursing. He loved helping people. Jim...

Stevie R. Hall

Stevie R. Hall

Feb 17, 2016

Stevie R. Hall, 70, passed away at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky on Wednesday, February 17, 2016. Born February 28, 1945 in Floyd Co, KY, to the late Azzie and Myrtle (Hunter) Hall. Stevie served in the Army. He lived in the New London area most of his life. Stevie worked at Smithwick Construction and retired from PolyOne Co...

Kathleen P “Kitty” Carnahan

Kathleen P “Kitty” Carnahan

Feb 16, 2016

North Fairfield, Ohio - Kathleen P. "Kitty" Carnahan, 91, of North Fairfield, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2016 in her home. She was born July 15, 1924 in Meigs County, Ohio, to the late Wilbur H. and Gladys B. (Quillin) Bissell, and came to this area in 1948 from Meigs County. Kitty was a member of the Kingdom Hall of...

Robert "Bob" Mcconnell

Robert "Bob" Mcconnell

Feb 15, 2016

Robert "Bob" McConnell, 75, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away February 15, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born September 24, 1940 to the late Dare and Leona (nee Madigan) McConnell. Bob was a very caring and kind-hearted person. Everyone in Bob's family could share fond memories of how he had helped them at different points...

Mary Elizabeth “Betsey” Schnetzer

Mary Elizabeth “Betsey” Schnetzer

Feb 14, 2016

Huron, Ohio - Mary Elizabeth "Betsey" Schnetzer, 71, of Huron, Ohio, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2016 in the University of Toledo Medical Center as the result of a stroke. She was born January 1, 1945 in Easton, Pennsylvania, to the late Rev. J. Allen and Louise (Prater) Snyder. Betsey was a 1962 graduate of Selinsgrove High School, and received...

Nathan S. Myers

Nathan S. Myers

Feb 12, 2016

Eastman Funeral Home 419.929.3781 Nathan S. Myers, a lifelong resident of the New London area passed away February 12, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 82. Nathan was born November 5, 1933 in Rochester, son to the late Frank and Winifred (Farnsworth) Myers. Nathan was a hard worker. He had worked at E. Bigelow Tile...

Kathy  F Myers

Kathy F Myers

Feb 12, 2016

Collins, Ohio - Kathy F. Myers, 65, of Collins, Ohio, passed away Friday, February 12, 2016 in Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. She was born October 4, 1950 in Willard, Ohio and was a lifelong area resident.

Kathy retired from Tenneco in Milan, Ohio in 1996, and enjoyed camping, gardening, bird watching, crossword puzzles, crocheting, collecting Norman...

Deb Reed

Deb Reed

Feb 11, 2016

Deb Reed, 57, of Greenwich, died February 11, 2016. Survived by husband, Joel; sons, Chris, Jason, Joeby and Josh; 6 grandchildren; mother, Sally; 3 sisters and 2 brothers. In keeping with Deb's wishes she will be cremated. Memorial donations can be given to the family in care of Eastman Funeral Home, Greenwich.

Marcella  L Acierto

Marcella L Acierto

Feb 10, 2016

Norwalk, Ohio - Marcella L. Acierto, 95, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016 in the Meadows of Providence, Sandusky, Ohio. She was born March 12, 1920 in Peru Township, Ohio, to the late John and Anna (Mehen) Hay, and was a lifelong area resident. Marcella was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, and was a 1938...

Harmena  I Elmer

Harmena I Elmer

Feb 10, 2016

Willard, Ohio - Harmena "Irene" Elmer, 78, of Norwalk, OhIo, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016 in the OhioHealth Med Central Hospital, Mansfield, Ohio. She was born March 21, 1937 in Willard, Ohio, to the late Henry W. and Harmina (Bogema) Newmeyer. Harmena attended Willard Schools, and is survived by her husband, Richard L. Elmer, by her children, Michelle (Bobby)...

Jerry Samuel Franklin

Jerry Samuel Franklin

Feb 8, 2016

Jerry Samuel Franklin, 68, of Wellington, died Monday, February 8, 2016 at Mercy Allen Memorial Hospital. He was born on August 2, 1947 in Barrett, West Virginia to the late Courtney L. and Christine (nee Smedley) Franklin. Jerry was a 1965 graduate of Wellington High School; following high school he joined and proudly served his county in the United States...

Audrey Ann Sharer

Audrey Ann Sharer

Feb 8, 2016

Audrey Ann Sharer, 82, of Wellington died Monday, February 8, 2016. On September 6, 1933, Audrey was born in West Deer Township, PA to the late James and Margaret (nee James) Turner. For many years Audrey worked as a switchboard operator for Allen Hospital. She was also employed by GEICO. Audrey attended the First Baptist Church in Wellington. One of...

Kenneth D “Ken” Minor

Kenneth D “Ken” Minor

Feb 7, 2016

Milan, Ohio - Kenneth D. "Ken" Minor, 85, of Milan, Ohio, passed away Sunday morning, February 7, 2016 in Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, Ohio. He was born August 8, 1930 in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late David and Anna Minor. Ken came to this area in 1982 from Elyria, Ohio. He was the former Lorain County Sheriff, and was...

John Timothy (Jt) Kalnay

John Timothy (Jt) Kalnay

Feb 4, 2016

John Timothy (JT) Kalnay, 54, of Cleveland, passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at his home. JT was born in Belleville, Ontario on July 22, 1961 to Norman and Diane (nee Upper) Kalnay. JT spent the early part of his life in Canada, attending the Royal Military College and received his bachelor's degree from the University of Ottawa. He...

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