Obituaries

Dec 4, 2025

Michael Scott Kroumholtz, 79, lifelong resident of Greenwich, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, December 4, 2025.  He was born on July 5, 1946, to the late Doris Elizabeth (Bachtal) Kroumholtz and Fredrick Charles (Kroumholtz) Seagren.

Michael is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Betty Jean (Damron) Kroumholtz of Greenwich; daughters, Jeannie Neeley...

Dec 4, 2025

Lisa R. (Hulliberger) Shirley, 58, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at her home after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. She was born on June 11, 1967, in Lansing, Michigan to Nina Kovesdi and the late Alan Hulliberger. Lisa was a 1986 Edison High School graduate. She also attended The Ohio State...

Dec 4, 2025

Victoria L. Osterland, age 66, of New London died on Thursday, December 04, 2025 at Fisher Titus Medical Center. Born May 18, 1959, she was the daughter of Doris L. (nee Bursley) Bickley Myers and Thomas M. Bickley.

A creative spirit, Victoria enjoyed hands on projects including crocheting and was an artisan quilter. She also enjoyed canning...

Dec 3, 2025

Jerrod David Howe (Jerry), 59, passed away on December 3, 2025, in Nevada, as the result of a tragic traffic accident. He made his home most recently in Winter Haven, Florida, and spent much of his life in Wellington, Ohio, and Acworth, Georgia.

Jerry was born on November 7, 1966, in Oberlin, Ohio. He was a 1985 graduate of Black River...

Dec 2, 2025

Helen Celita Kirk Wiggs passed away peacefuly at home on December 2, 2025, at the age of 97.  Helen was born in Summerville, TX, on September 19, 1928, to Herbert and Rosa Kirk.  Helen spent her early years in Teas and California before making Wellington, Ohio, her lifelong home alongside her beloved husband, Louis Fairfax Wiggs (1913- 1995).

Nov 30, 2025

Robert Allen "Bobby"  DePottey Sr., age 53, of Plymouth passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Fisher Titus Medical Center in Norwalk. He was born on November 26, 1972 in Fremont. As a delivery driver for Bruno's, he was known and loved by all that he met.

A true outdoorsman, Bobby loved camping, fishing, arrowhead hunting,...

Nov 29, 2025

Norma Gladys McConnell, 82, of New London, died Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Doverwood Rehab Center, Westchester OH.  She was born February 14, 1943, in New London to the late Lillian (Spencer) and Verl Cotter.  Norma was a graduate of New London High School, Class of 1961. Over the years, Norma worked at Kent Sporting Goods, New London Hospital,...

Nov 26, 2025

Susan Aline Eaton, 59, of Wellington, died Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at home. Born on February 13, 1966 in Oberlin, she was the daughter of Faye (nee Dennison) and the late Russell Eaton. Susan was a 1984 graduate of Wellington High School and a resident of Wellington.

After high School, Susan attended and graduated from Heidelberg University,...

Nov 26, 2025

Tami L. Nightengale, 58, of New London passed away on November 26, 2025 at Fisher-Titus Medical Center. She was born on April 9, 1967 to the late Jack and Phyllis (Sue) Brock.

Tami graduated from New London High School in 1986. She deeply loved her family and was known for her compassionate heart. Over the years, she...

Nov 26, 2025

Steven Ray Hicks of Clyde, OH (formerly of Greenwich and North Fairfield), born June 28, 1969, to Johnnie and Cora Hicks in Willard OH, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Steve was a 1987 graduate of South Central High School/EHOVE where he excelled in football and baseball. He was...

Nov 25, 2025

James Warren Althaus, Jr., 66, of Wellington, died Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at home. Born on November 11, 1959, he was the son of Karen (nee Buckley) and the late James W. Althaus Sr. James was a 1977 graduate of Wellington High School and a lifelong resident of Wellington.

James was currently working as a mechanical engineer...

Nov 24, 2025

Ruth L. Howell, age 72, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 12, 1953, in Elyria, Ohio, Ruth was the cherished daughter of the late Willie D. and Corine Mitchel-Burns. A proud graduate high Elyria High School in 19, Ruth dedicated over 20...

Nov 22, 2025

Sue Ann (Burkett) Proctor, 71, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away on November 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born with a compassionate heart, Sue dedicated her life to caring for others. As a devoted nurse, she touched countless lives with her kindness, gentleness, and steady hands.

Family was Sue's greatest joy. She...

Nov 22, 2025

Margaret ("Peg") Louise Ziegler, 83, died on November 22, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by loving family.

Peg was born in October 1942 in Ashland, to the late Gilbert and Helen Marie (nee Moody) Walker. She was a 1960 graduate of Bowling Green High School and a 1963 graduate of the Toledo School of...

Nov 20, 2025

Robert D. "Bob" Bisel Jr., 87, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on February 28, 1938, in Shelby, Ohio, to the late Robert (Sr.) and Opal (Gibson) Bisel.

Bob was an extremely hard worker who was handy and mechanically inclined.  He had worked for the former Janesville...

Nov 19, 2025

Gaylord "Dee" F. Stevens (87) of Greenwich, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Cleveland Metro Hospital as a result of an accident at his residence.  He was born December 19, 1937, in Grahn, KY to the late Mary (Whitt) and Gaylord Stevens.  Dee was a veteran of the US Army and retired from AK Steel after 31...

Nov 19, 2025

Taylor Lynne Dotson, infant daughter of Brandon and Morgan (nee Young) Dotson, died Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Born on October 13, 2025, her life was brief but full of joy.

Taylor leaves to cherish her memory, her parents, Brandon and Morgan; big sister, Denayla; grandparents, Allen and Dorothy Young, Debbie Gilbert, Eugene Spurlock, and Sherrie Spurlock; great...

Nov 18, 2025

Clinton Clark of Tampa, Florida (formerly of New London, Ohio) passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at Suncoast Hospice in Palm Harbor, Florida following a recent fall. Clinton and his twin brother Chester were born January 12, 1934 at Pikeville Hospital to the late Ervin and Tess (nee Newsome) Clark. On January 1, 1956, he married Anna Lea...

Nov 17, 2025

Joanne Lois Hamer, of Wellington, died on Monday, November 17, 2025 at the Elms just two days shy of her 95th birthday. Joanne was born on November 19, 1930 in Toledo to Georgia (Broughton) and William Schneider. She was a 1948 graduate of Berlin Heights High School and moved to Wellington in 1961.

A retail worker, Joanne...

Nov 17, 2025

Lois Ann Baker (nee Winfield), 83, of Rochester, died Monday, November 17, 2025 at University Hospital Elyria Medical Center. Born on November 9, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Dale and Betty (nee Wolfe) Winfield. Lois was a lifelong resident of Rochester and a 1960 graduate of New London High School.

Lois worked for a...