Obituaries

Jun 20, 2023

James "Jim" G. Sholes, 75, of Norwalk, passed away at home early Tuesday morning, June 20, 2023, with his loving family and beloved dog, Daisy, by his side.

Jim was born on February 22, 1948, in Norwalk, OH, to the late Georgine (Martin) Sholes and Gilbert Leroy Sholes.

While still in high school, Jim enlisted...

Jun 17, 2023

Darius Junior Gough, 73, of Norwalk, passed away Saturday evening, June 17, 2023, at Firelands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky.

Darius was born on April 2, 1950, in Barber County, W.V. to the late Ethel (Duncan) and Darius James Gough.

Darius was a dedicated truck driver for 21 years for Zeiter Trucking. He was a...

Jun 16, 2023

Robert Owsley, 34, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2023.  Robert was born on September 18, 1988, in Monroe, Michigan.

He enjoyed the outdoors, farming, playing hockey, and spending time with his family, especially three young children.   Robert was a hardworking man that would always leave you with a smile on your face.  His...

Jun 14, 2023

Jillian Rae Whitten, 17, of New London, passed away on June 14, 2023, at her home surrounded by family.  Born in Elyria on June 23, 2005, Jillian was the daughter of Meagan and Eric Whitten. She attended Black River High School and was recently awarded an honorary diploma.

The definition of a social butterfly, Jillian was very...

Jun 13, 2023

Charlotte F. Young, 64, of Norwalk, Ohio, died on June 13, 2023, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center.  She was born on April 10, 1959, in Milan, Ohio, to the late Robert and Evelyn (Gullett) Myers.

Charlotte was a private person who enjoyed the company of her family and cherished any time spent with her grandchildren.  She loved fishing...

Jun 13, 2023

Avis Dorigene Stevens, 98, known as "Jean," passed peacefully, to be at home with her husband and sons, on June 13, 2023 in Medina under the care of Miracle City Hospice. On July 9, 1924, Jean was born in Warner, Ohio, the daughter of the late Ray and Clara (nee Broome) Moore. Jean was a 1943 graduate of Wellington...

Jun 13, 2023

Lindsey Rose Sonewald, 37, of Medina, died unexpectedly on June 13, 2023. Born on August 22, 1985 in Oberlin, Lindsey grew up in New London. She was the salutatorian for the New London Class of 2004.  She studied economics at Ohio State University and earned her Master's degree in International Money Finance and Investments at Brunel University in London,...

Jun 13, 2023

Jay Jackson Lowther, Sr., 61, a lifelong resident of Wellington, died Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Born on May 21, 1962 in Oberlin, he was the son of the late James and Marjorie (nee Stanfield) Lowther. Jay was a 1980 graduate of Wellington High School.

Jay began his career for the Village of Wellington in the street department...

Jun 13, 2023

Richard John Telenko, 87, of Wellington, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023.

On August 27, 1935, Richard was born to parents John and Mary (nee Semicek) Telenko in Cleveland. He graduated from West Tech High School and served his country for eight years in the Navy Reserves.

A draftsman by trade, Richard worked as...

Jun 12, 2023

David L. Miller (84) of North Fairfield died Monday, June 12, 2023, at the Arbors of Mifflin.  He was born September 29, 1938, in Blissfield, Mi to the late Ira Joyce (Teague) and Gerald Miller.  David was a graduate of Norwalk High School, Class of 1956 and served in the US Army.  He was a conductor for the railroad,...

Jun 10, 2023

Joel E. Hipp, 56, of Willard, Ohio, died unexpectedly on Saturday, June 10, 2023.  He was born on July 25, 1966, in Norwalk, Ohio, to Gerard and Patricia (Riley) Hipp and was a 1984, St. Paul High School graduate.

Joel had a witty sense of humor, and was handy, outgoing, friendly, and always approachable.  He was an...

Jun 8, 2023

Norma Jean Pope, 95, of Greenwich, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023.

A lifelong resident of Greenwich, Norma was born on November 11, 1927, to the late Adrian and Wilma (nee Wolfe) DeWitt. She graduated from Greenwich High School and worked at the Shelby Air Force Depot as a secretary for many years.

Norma...

Jun 7, 2023

Theresa Josephine Senghas, 92, of Wellington, died Wednesday, June 7, 2023 under hospice care at the Elms, surrounded by her family. Born on December 7, 1930 to the late Caroline (nee Augustino) and Benedetto Farago, Theresa was a lifelong Wellington resident and graduated with the WHS Class of 1948. She was the proud matriarch of the family, as the...

Jun 6, 2023

Patricia A. "Pat" Sellinger, 84, of Bellevue, Ohio, and formerly of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2023, at Bellevue Care Center.  She was born on December 12, 1938 in Norwalk, Ohio, to the late Fred and Thelma (Zink) Sellinger and graduated from Norwalk High School.

A friend to everyone, Pat was a gifted artist...

Jun 6, 2023

Mary Joanne Paramore, 75, of New London, passed peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Fairview Hospital in Cleveland. Born on April 24, 1948, in New London, she was the daughter of the late King B. and Jean (nee Cook) Rowland. She was a 1966 graduate of New London High School and grew up in...

Jun 6, 2023

Susan C. Lacy (70) of Greenwich died Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital, Toledo.  She was born September 6, 1952, in Norwalk to the late Betty Mae (Jepsen) and Donald Abbey.  Sue was a graduate of Norwalk High, class of 1972.  She enjoyed being outdoors, watching old western movies on tv, but spending time with her family...

Jun 4, 2023

Alfred L. Oney, 88, of Greenwich, died on Sunday, June 4, 2023, at his farm surround by his family. On August 9, 1934, he was born in Northern Richland County on his grandfather's farm. Alfred grew up in the Greenwich area and graduated from high school in 1952. He was member of the Naval Air Reserves from 1952 -1958....

Jun 3, 2023

Linda Anabelle-Tammie Garay, age 8, of Greenwich, Ohio, died tragically June 3, 2023, in a house fire.  She was born on August 27, 2014, in Lakewood, Ohio, to Krista Lewis and Juan Garay.

Linda was an always-smiling beacon of love and hope, who gave everyone hugs, and enjoyed baseball and school at South Central, where she had...

Jun 3, 2023

What can be said about a man so beloved by so many? A man who was fiercely devoted to his wife and children, to his parents and siblings and also to the myriad of friends he made along the way. Harvey John Danhoff was that man. He was born in Willard on January 19, 1954, the fourth of five...

Jun 2, 2023

Jay M. Lucal, 48, of Monroeville, Ohio, died on June 2, 2023, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was born on December 11, 1974, in Norwalk, Ohio to Brenda (Jones) and Vaughn Lucal. Jay attended South Central High School.

He worked most recently pouring concrete, but was a mechanic for much of his life, and...