Obituaries

Apr 22, 2025

Carol Lea Friend, 93, of Bellevue died on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at The Willows in Bellevue, under the care of Stein Hospice. Born in LaGrange on October 28, 1931, to the late Edward Wilford and Maude (nee Holcomb) Youngblood, Carol grew up in LaGrange. She married her husband of 65 years, Donald Friend, and they built their home...

Apr 19, 2025

Steve Columbis Ferguson, 76, of Wellington, died at home this past April. Born on November 4, 1948 in Elyria, he was the son of the late Preston Gray Ferguson and Dory Edith (nee Redwine) Slone. Steve grew up in Elyria and North Ridgeville and was a graduate of North Ridgeville High School. He later made his home in Penfield...

Apr 18, 2025

Roger W. George, 79, passed away on April 18, 2025, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center. He was born on June 22, 1945, to the late James and Ethel (Weber) George in Rushville, Indiana.

Roger was graduate of Rushville High School and attended Johnson Bible College, where he met his wife of 59 years, Carol (Flatt) George. He served...

Apr 18, 2025

Earl W. Paramore, age 86, of Shiloh died on April 18, 2025 on the family farm surrounded by his loving family. Born September 24, 1938, he was a graduate of Savannah High School. Earl worked in welding and maintenance at General Motors for 43 years and was a life-long farmer.

Land and animal husbandry were central to...

Apr 17, 2025

John Saunders, 41, of Greenwich, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025.  A Greenwich / Tri-Community firefighter, he gave his life in the line of duty while courageously battling a house fire.

John was born on April 17, 1984 in Oberlin, Ohio and was a 2002 graduate of Western Reserve High School and EHOVE Career Center. ...

Apr 14, 2025

Patricia A. "Pat" Bilton, 87, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, at home.  She was born on May 9, 1937, in Olena, at home to the late Pearl Ray and Zaida Belle (Furness) Souslin.

Pat was spunky, and in her earlier years stern, but in later years described as sweet by all who...

Apr 13, 2025

Julie Christine Wagner, age 52, of Elyria died on Sunday, April 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at her home. Born March 23, 1973 in Oberlin, she was the daughter of James Wacker and Donna (Wrench) Hall. Julie graduated from Wellington High School and Lorain County JVS in 1991. She married the love of her life, Louis, and...

Apr 13, 2025

Nancy L. Straka, 69, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic surrounded by loving family. She was born on July 29, 1955, in Norwalk, to the late Winfred and Maria (Bukzspan) Rupp. She graduated from Norwalk High School in 1973.

Nancy was selfless, giving and supportive. She made helping others...

Apr 13, 2025

Marjorie O'Hara, 84, of New London, died on Sunday, April 13, 2025.  Per Marjorie's wishes a private graveside service will be held.  Eastman Funeral Home, New London assisted the family with her arrangements.

Apr 12, 2025

Kathleen Ann Stober, 82, of New London, went to be with the Lord on April 12, 2025, at The Laurels of New London. She was born on October 1, 1942, to the late Joseph and Margaret (Adams) Duta in North Olmstead.

Kathleen grew up on the family farm in New London. She was a 1961 Graduate of...

Apr 11, 2025

Pamela Rose Smith (Stevens), 68, of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on April 11, 2025. For the last 11 years Pamela had been living in Sullivan, Ohio, with daughter and son-in-law.

Pamela was a follower of Jesus Christ and was a member of Wellington Freewill Baptist Church. She loved to laugh, collecting Wizard of Oz memorabilia,...

Apr 11, 2025

Rebecca S. Keefer, 65, of Norwalk, passed away on April 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 20, 1959, in Monroeville, to the late Hansel and Audrey (Green) Robinson.

Rebecca was the kind of person who lit up every room she entered. She had an infectious personality, fun-loving spirit, and a strong...

Apr 9, 2025

E. Elizabeth Roth, 82, of Wellington, died Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at home. Born on March 3, 1943 in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of the late James and Frances (nee Pulley) Adcock Sr. Elizabeth spent most of her youth in Sikeston, MO before moving to Lorain County in 1959. She graduated from Firelands High School with the...

Apr 6, 2025

Harold "Jerry" Lewis, 91, beloved dad and "Pap", passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center.   He was born on May 19, 1933, in Frostburg, MD, to the late John and Annie (White) Lewis.

Harold served his country as part of the United States Army.  He was seldom idle, and loved to be...

Apr 4, 2025

Pauline Jewett Kettenring, age 95, was peacefully welcomed into the arms of her Savior on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Her long and faithful life was a testament to the love of Christ, which she was motivated to share with her family and everyone she knew.

Born in Rochester, Ohio, on...

Apr 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Gale K. Moore, age 65, of Norwalk, Ohio.  Gale was born on November 18, 1959, in Morrison, Illinois, to the late Robert M. and Lois M. (Cain) Moore.  She entered into eternal rest with the Lord on April 4, 2025.

Gale's infectious smile, joyful laughter,...

Apr 3, 2025

Shirley M. Dickman, 89, of Milan, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Stein Hospice Care Center, in Sandusky, Ohio.  She was born on August 11, 1935, in Norwalk, Ohio, to the late Gorman D. and Elaine (Bayley) Manns, and was a graduate of Norwalk High School.

Shirley enjoyed working on puzzle books, relaxing...

Apr 3, 2025

Gerald M. Harris, 83, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, at his home.  He was born on October 26, 1941, in Hartford, Connecticut to the late Melvin G. and Virginia (Bailey) Harris.

Gerald grew up on Harris Brothers Vegetable Farm. He really enjoyed farm life and working with the family.  He graduated from...

Apr 2, 2025

David Anthony Moss died unexpectedly at the age of 70 on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at his home. On November 21, 1954, David was born in Cleveland to the late Simon Anthony and Eleanor May (nee Hontert) Moss. He graduated from St. John Byzantine High School. He spent much of his life in Old Brooklyn before moving to Wellington...

Apr 1, 2025

William A. Roberts, 99, of Northfield, died Tuesday, April 1, 2025 with his family by his side.  Born on September 27, 1925, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of the late Dale and Alberta (Schoonover) Roberts.   He served in the U.S. Navy for over 30 years as a submariner during World War II, Korea, and the Vietnam War....