Obituaries

Jul 7, 2023

Michial "Mike" Farr, 61, of Nova, died unexpectedly on Friday, July 7, 2023.  Mike was born on February 11, 1962, in Ft. Riley, Kansas, the son of the late, Catherine (Williams) Farr and Ernest Farr.

Mike was employed by Hedstrom in Ashland for over 35 years.  Mike was a quiet man who enjoyed reading.  He attended Mapleton...

Jul 7, 2023

Doris Jean Pitts, 87, of Wellington, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023 at home under hospice care. She was born on April 10, 1936 in Kenton, Ohio, to the late Bryan and Ruth (nee Thompson) Heilman and was a graduate of Oberlin High School.

Doris worked alongside her husband, Bob, as an integral part of the...

Jul 6, 2023

Beth; our wife, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, bonus mom, and friend, left with pieces of our hearts to soar with her mother, beloved sister and many others she loved dearly on July 6, 2023. Beth Ellen Norman was born March 4, 1962 in Ashland, Ohio to William and Yvonne Yoder. She grew up in Ohio with a strong "Yoder"...

Jul 6, 2023

John Urban, 96, passed away, Thursday, July 6, 2023, at the Norwalk Memorial Home. He was born in and lived in Willard, OH for 30 years. He was a resident of Milan and then Norwalk for the rest of his life. John was a Navy and World War II veteran serving on an LST ship from 1944-1946. He worked...

Jul 5, 2023

Frances "Fran" E. Cuppy, 96 of Shiloh died on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at home.  She was born on January 9, 1927, in Olivesburg, OH.  She was the daughter of the late George and Blanche Feazel.  She married Richard Cuppy on May 9, 1947, who preceded her in death, November 2013.

She is survived by her children,...

Jul 5, 2023

Janet Lee Dittman, 88, of Greenwich, died Wednesday, July 05, 2023 at the Willows in Willard. Born on November 20, 1934 in Oil City, PA, she was the daughter of the late George and Eda (nee Hillard) Rivar.  Janet Grew up in Oil City and graduated from Oil City High School before moving to Greenwich in 1955.

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Jul 3, 2023

Polly Mae Murray, 70, of New London, OH and most recently of Roseville, OH, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023, at Altercare Nursing Home, Zanesville, OH. She was born on November 28, 1952, in New London, OH, the daughter of Leroy and AnnaMae (Carroll) Hartman.

Polly was a lady of many talents. There was nothing she...

Jul 3, 2023

John F. "Jack" Maguire, 89, of Sandusky, Ohio, died on July 3, 2023, at Firelands Community Hospital. He was born on November 26, 1933, in Yonkers, New York, to the late Bernard and Rita (Sullivan) Maguire. Jack lived in New York City until 1946.

He served his country as part of the United States Army in Hamburg,...

Jul 3, 2023

Floyd Lee Wade, born on May 7, 1956, in Sandusky, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2023.

He graduated from Norwalk Senior High School in 1974, and attended Terra Tech in Fremont, Ohio.

Mr. Wade had a love of cooking, which showed in his 46 years of cooking for hospitals, nursing facilities, and retirement...

Jul 3, 2023

Lois Maxine (Clawson) Beach, 93, of New London, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 3, 2023, at UH Ashland Samaritan Hospital.  She was born on August 12, 1929, in Nova, Ohio, to the late Caroline (Anderson) and Carl Clawson Sr.  She was a graduate of Ruggles School.

Lois was best described in one word as "cute". ...

Jul 1, 2023

David Nathan Stahl, 63, of Elyria, died July 1, 2023. Born November 30, 1959 in Washington PA, he was the son of the late Freda Alice (nee Roe) and Ross Edward Stahl, SR.

David is survived by his wife, Gloria (nee Christy); children, David Stahl, and Alyssa Law; Siblings, Raymond Stahl, Aaron Stahl, Kathyrn McConnell; and his...

Jul 1, 2023

In memory of Steven Michael Bughman, he went to join his dad, sister, many loved ones, and his dog "Champ" in Heaven on July 1, 2023. He was born on February 11, 1987 to Mitchell D. Bughman (deceased) and mother Penelope A. Case. He was born in Allen Memorial Hospital in Oberlin, Ohio. He lived most of his life...

Jul 1, 2023

Martha "Marty" Ann Eberly, 87, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully at home, on Saturday, July 1, 2023.

Marty was born on June 27, 1936, in Tiffin, OH to the late Ethel (Bain) and George Wise. She graduated from Tiffin Calvert High School as a member of the class of 1954. Marty was employed at Fisher-Titus Medical Center...

Jun 29, 2023

Randall Eugene Jamison, Sr., 76, residing in Collins, OH, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, June 29, 2023, at home.

Randall was born October 16, 1946, in West Virginia to the late Myrtle (Thompson) and Otis Jamison. He grew up in West Virginia before moving to Ohio to pursue employment opportunities. He was a welder for Ford Motor Company...

Jun 28, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jason Floyd, who departed from this world on Wednesday, June 28th.

Born on May 24th 1973, Jason was the beloved son of James Keith Floyd (Lora) and Patricia (nee Cole) Floyd. Growing up, he shared a special bond with his brother, Jeff, who stood by his...

Jun 28, 2023

Kurtis "Kurt" Jameson, 65, of Norwalk, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at Firelands Regional Medical Center.

Kurt was born on July 24, 1957, in Norwalk, OH, to the late Barbara (Seitz) and Kenneth Jameson.

He attended St. Paul Catholic Church and was a member of OHIO Operating Engineers. Kurt was a heavy equipment...

Jun 27, 2023

In Loving Memory of Robert Lee Stephens

March 25, 1967 - June 27, 2023

Greenwich, Ohio - Robert Stephens, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and decorated veteran, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on June 27, 2023. He was 56 years old.

Born on March 25, 1967, in the small town of...

Jun 25, 2023

James A. Ortner, 70, of Norwalk, Ohio died on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Gaymont Nursing Home in Norwalk.  He was born on February 4, 1953, in Norwalk, Ohio, the son of the late Ferdinand "Ferd" and Jane F. (Becker) Ortner.  Jim was a 1971 graduate of New London High School and Ehove Career Center.

Jim owned...

Jun 23, 2023

Kathryn M. Guess, 74 of Wellington passed away at her home on June 23rd, 2023. She was born February 1st, 1949 to the late Marie Fulkerson and Joe Duncan.

After retiring as a nursing home caregiver for 15 years and various retail positions she spent her remaining years with her loving family. She was the proud mother,...

Jun 23, 2023

William Martin, 85, of Wellington, OH passed away peacefully on June 23, 2023, surrounded by his family.  He was born November 26, 1937, in Cleveland at his maternal grandmother's home to the late Margaret M. (Falk) and James William Martin.  He grew up in Cleveland, OH and attended Zion Lutheran School and Lutheran High School. He was honored to...