Obituaries

May 16, 2024

Kewanee (Miller) Schmidt, passed away on May 16, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on February 16, 1934, in Gunlock, Kentucky, to Henry and Frankie (Wireman) Miller.

Throughout her life, Kewanee touched the hearts of many with her nurturing spirit and unwavering faith. She dedicated herself to caring for others through her work in daycare...

May 16, 2024

Therese A. Hofacker, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the age of 93.  She was born on July 18, 1930, in Norwalk, Ohio, to the late Albert and Antoinette (Rummel) Kocher.  She graduated from Norwalk St. Paul High School.

Therese was a secretary at Maple City Ice and Fisher Music and...

May 16, 2024

Terry McQuaid, 79, died Thursday May 16, 2024 at Life Care Center in Elyria. Born March 26, 1945 in West Virginia, he was the son of the late Jack and Phyllis (Barr).

Terry retired from Columbia Gas of Ohio in 2000. He was past master of Masonic Lodge 127 in Wellington and an active member of both...

May 16, 2024

Harry Martin Miller, Jr., known as "Marty", 64, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at the Elms. Born on November 4, 1959, Marty grew up in Elyria and graduated from Elyria West High School. An Army veteran, Marty was proud to have served his country.

He worked as a mechanic at Woods Garage in Amherst for...

May 15, 2024

Allen L. Simmons, 76, of New London, OH passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.  He was born on March 14, 1948, in Battle Creek, MI, the son of the late Leon Simmons and Priscilla (Cary) Matthews.  Allen graduated from Maple Valley High School in Nashville, MI.

A member of the United States Air Force for...

May 13, 2024

Phyllis Brock, age 71, died on May 13, 2024 at Fisher-Titus Medical Center in Norwalk. Born July 9, 1952 in New London to the late Charlie and Tennessee (Ingram) Wireman, she had been a lifelong resident.

Phyllis was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who devoted her life to her family. She cared deeply for those...

May 12, 2024

Brian M. Young, 53, of Norwalk, Ohio, died on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center, after an unexpected medical emergency.  He was born on November 11, 1970, in Norwalk, to Kail (Holmes) and Darryl Young.  Brian was a graduate of Norwalk St. Paul High School. He obtained an associate's degree from Terra Community College and furthered his...

May 12, 2024

Edna Youngless, 92, of New London, died on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at Fisher Titus Medical Center, Norwalk.  Edna was born on November 18, 1931, in Blue River, KY, the daughter of Robert and Lola (Hamilton) Haywood.

She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in New London.  Edna lived her life with a...

May 12, 2024

Waneta M. (Mobberly) Jones, 62, of Oak Harbor, Ohio, passed from this life to heavenly rest on May 12, 2024, at Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo.  She was born on July 16, 1961, in Ashland, Ohio, to the late Emmett and Rilla (Myers) Mobberly, graduating from New London High School.

Waneta enjoyed fishing, BINGO,...

May 9, 2024

Donald L. Sprinkle, 78, of Wellington, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024. A son of the late Stanton and Marguerite (nee Ewell) Sprinkle, Don was born on February 10, 1946 in Oberlin.  He graduated from Black River High School in 1964 and attended Oberlin Business College.

Don loved being an accountant and worked for several companies...

May 8, 2024

Frederick H. Shearer, 79, a life-long resident of Wellington, died Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at O'Neill Health Care in North Ridgeville. Born on April 28, 1945, in Wooster, he was the son of the late Henry and Grace (nee Shultz) Shearer.

Fred worked for General Industries for 30 years and then another 15 years for Micron Manufacturing....

May 7, 2024

ANGELINA FARAGO BRINKER

Angelina Farago Brinker passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.  Angie was born on June 15, 1935.  She was the fourth daughter of Caroline and Bendetto Farago in Wellington, Ohio.  Angie lived her entire life in Wellington and was 1953 graduate of Wellington. She was a lifelong member of...

May 6, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, Judy Ann Copsey of Norwalk, Ohio at the age of 83 years.

She will be lovingly and fondly remembered by her husband of almost 60 years, John M. Copsey Sr. John and Judy met...

May 6, 2024

Beverly Anne Ziegler was born to Robert and Fay Pettet on November 21, 1936 in Cleveland, Ohio.  She passed away early Monday morning on May 6, 2024, at the age of 87, in Wellington, Ohio.

Bev graduated from Oberlin High School and then attended Ohio Wesleyan University for three years before marrying Glenn Ziegler of Wellington, Ohio...

May 4, 2024

Tamara (Tammy) Cerilli, 55, of Norwalk, Ohio passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4th, at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky. She was born on July 10, 1968, to the late Ravin Sr. and Louise Fields.

Tammy enjoyed watching sports, playing games, reading, and doing puzzles. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

May 2, 2024

Dorothy E. Bailey, 80, of Greenwich, OH died on May 2, 2024 at her residence.  She was born on October 15, 1943 in Wyandotte, MI, the daughter of Roy and Helen (Fesko) Dunkel.  Dorothy was a former member of the Eastern Stars.  She enjoyed reading, crocheting, and working in her flower garden.  She especially enjoyed the company of her...

May 1, 2024

William "Red" Marshall, 70, of Norwalk, OH died on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Fisher Titus Medical Center, Norwalk.  Red, as he was known by many, was born on January 20, 1954 in Bartlow Township, the son of the late Clayton and Donna Jean (Adams) Marshall Jr.

Red recently resided in Norwalk; however New London was his...

May 1, 2024

Robert Jay Foos, age 68, of Norwalk, died on May 1, 2024. Born October 24, 1955, in Norwalk, to the late James and Agnes (Roth) Foos, he graduated from Huron High School.

Robert was a member of the Norwalk Eagles #711, and New London American Legion Post 292. An avid outdoorsman, Robert was happiest when he was...

Apr 30, 2024

John Angelo Panagiotis, 73, of Bellevue, died Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at home, with his loving wife, Cheryl, by his side. He was born April 18, 1951 in Cleveland, son of the now-deceased Nicholas Panagiotis and Beulah Georgantas. After their father died in 1957, John and his brother George were raised by foster parents William and Kathleen Carnahan of...

Apr 29, 2024

Joseph Galaszewski, 78, of Spencer and formerly of Chatham, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 29, 2024. On February 1, 1946, Joe was born to the late Walter and Mary Galaszewski and grew up in Cleveland.

For 4 years, Joe proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Vietnam. He then...