Obituaries

Jan 18, 2025

Linda Ann Shibley (née Bremer), age 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky, Ohio, after a brief illness.

Born and raised in Lorain, Ohio, Linda moved to Norwalk in 1962, where she built a life rooted in love, faith, and service. For 62 years, she was a devoted...

Jan 17, 2025

Winston Allan White, a lifelong resident of New London, Ohio before moving to Fort Myers, FL in 2024, passed away peacefully at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Fort Myers, FL on January 17, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on August 22, 1943, Winston was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was marked by love,...

Jan 16, 2025

Owen J. Baker, 32, of North Fairfield, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on January 16, 2025, at Surest Path Recovery Center in Fremont, Ohio. He was born on May 26, 1992, in Norwalk, Ohio, to Rhonda (Scott) Baker and the late Rocky Baker. Owen was a graduate of South Central High School and EHOVE.

He enjoyed hunting and...

Jan 16, 2025

David J Poling, Mr. Honey, 'The Gutter Man', PopPop climbed his last ladder January 16th, 2025 but this ladder didn't stop at the eave of a roof for him to install a gutter, no this ladder took him to heaven.

David of Rochester passed away surrounded by his family after a brief battle with cancer.

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Jan 16, 2025

Patricia Lou Savel, 83, of Wellington, passed away under hospice care at her residence on Thursday, January 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 15, 1941, in Champion, PA, she was the daughter of the late Irvin and Mary (nee bowman) Christman.

Pat worked at Farm and Home Hardware for 31 years before retirement....

Jan 16, 2025

Elnor Jane (Greene) Hilty, 92, of Huron, passed away January 16, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born October 22, 1932 in Flatwoods, West Virginia, Elnor lived her life with a grace, kindness, and humor that touched the lives of all who knew her, Always striving to set a good example, she lived by the words she often quoted...

Jan 12, 2025

Dominic Anthony Bartoto, 27, of Wellington, died Sunday, January 12, 2025. Born on August 27, 1997 in Elyria, he was the son of Michele (nee Sauer) and the late Edward Bartoto. Dominic was a lifelong resident of Wellington and a 2016 graduate of Wellington High School. Following graduation, he served in the United States Army. Dominic was presently attending...

Jan 12, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Carol Lynn Holden, who left us peacefully on Sunday, January 12th, at the age of 57, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Surrounded by her loving children and the compassionate care of Kobacker House hospice in Columbus, Ohio, Carol's final moments were filled with love and peace....

Jan 12, 2025

"Thank you for your time and patience." This was Elroy's catch phrase, and he continued to say it to everyone around him until the very end. This phrase explains the man he was.

Elroy Bowens, 79, of Sullivan, died under hospice care at UH Samaritan Medical Center in Ashland on January 12, 2025, from complications of congestive...

Jan 10, 2025

James "Jim" Edward Lovell, 67, died on Friday, January 10, 2025. He was born on May 17, 1957 in Berea to the late Stanley and Rita (nee Clough) Lovell. Jim spent most of his life in Columbia and graduated from Columbia High School in 1976 and also attended the Lorain County Joint Vocational School, focusing on food service. Recently,...

Jan 10, 2025

Patty L. Etzler, 88, of Greenwich, OH, died on Friday, January 10, 2025 at her residence.  She was born in VanWert Co. OH to Gail and Bernice Mohr. Patty lived a lifetime of service to God, Family and Community.  Her early childhood was spent with her Grandmother learning the value of hard work; it was also where she developed ...

Jan 9, 2025

Genevieve Lucille Lyons Marnach was born near the small town of Greenwich, Ohio on September 14, 1924, to Clarence and Ruth (McLaughlin) Lyons. She and her sister, Mildred, grew up on a farm nearby. She attended schools in Greenwich, graduating from high school in 1942.

After high school she both worked in a munitions factory during WWII...

Jan 8, 2025

Amanda Louise Jackson, loving mother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully at 53 on January 8, 2025.

Born on July 14, 1971, at Oberlin Hospital to the late Arthur and Sharon Jackson. Growing up, Amanda was an active member in 4-H where she and her horse, Dreamy, would compete in local open shows. Amanda graduated early from...

Jan 8, 2025

Yvonne Marie (Saylor) Slone, entered into eternal peaceful rest on January 8, 2025, after struggling with health issues. She was born on December 25, 1966, at the Providence Hospital in Sandusky Ohio to George and Ruth Saylor.  Yvonne was a loving Mother to her two children, Jennifer Lynn (Saylor) Twinam of Lucasville Ohio and Ryan Joseph Meyers of New...

Jan 7, 2025

Brian K. Blair (45) of Ashland, died Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Ohio Health Riverside Hospital, Columbus.  He was born August 8, 1979, in Shelby to Harold "Tom" and Karen (Craft) Blair.  Brian loved being outdoors, loved to hunt, did trading and spend time with family and his dog, Jenkins "Bubb".

Brian is survived by his wife,...

Jan 7, 2025

Michael K. Black, 63, of Norwalk, passed away on January 7, 2025, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Toledo. He was born on December 12, 1961, in Elyria to Jimmie and Sue (Parker) Black.

Michael enjoyed spending time outside camping, fishing, and being in nature. A talented carpenter, who had a deep passion for woodworking, leaving behind a...

Jan 6, 2025

Candy L. Miller, 60, of Ashland, Ohio, passed away on January 6, 2025, at home. She was born on May 13, 1964, in Sandusky, Ohio, to the late Patricia (Jenkins) Meggitt and Gordon Meggitt Sr.

Candy loved her family, especially her grandchildren, she was a hard worker, who enjoyed gardening, flowers, and making floral arrangements for others....

Jan 6, 2025

Aaron P. Miller, 35, of Monroeville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, after years of a hard fought battle with PSC, and more recently cancer.  He was born on March 19, 1989, in Cleveland to Edward and Donna (Hart) Miller.  Aaron was a graduate of Norwalk High School.

A talented violinist, Aaron was concert master...

Jan 4, 2025

Joseph Donaldson, died on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the age of 84, at his home under hospice care. A son of the late Joseph Viayra and Betty Lou Donaldson, Joe was born in Los Angeles, CA on Christmas Day in 1940.

Joe spent most of his life working on, repairing and rebuilding machines and heavy equipment....

Jan 4, 2025

Harold Dean Paramore, age 78, of Ashland, died on Saturday, January 04, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 24, 1946 on the family farm where he was raised, and graduated from New London High School in 1964. A veteran of the United States Army, he proudly served from 1966 to 1968...