Obituaries

Feb 20, 2023

Nancy A. Hoffecker, 88, residing in Norwalk, Ohio, passed away at home on Monday night, February 20, 2023. She was born on October 26, 1934, in Garfield Heights, Ohio to the late Jack and Lillian (Flaum) May.

Nancy was a woman with unbelievably strong faith, and incredible devotion to her children. She was extremely generous with her...

Feb 18, 2023

Nancy L. Stuckey, 78, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at Gaymont Nursing Center with her loving family by her side.

Nancy was born in Sandusky, OH, on July 17, 1944, to the late Richard Wightman and Lucille Woodruff Wightman.

When her family was young, Nancy was a loving homemaker. She...

Feb 14, 2023

William Lloyd "Bill" Collins, age 98, of New London, Ohio, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center in Norwalk.

Bill was born on May 24, 1924, in Northern Kentucky, the youngest child of the late William Riley and Anna (Mitchell) Collins.

A World War II...

Feb 13, 2023

Brian Roy Mahoney Palfrey, 88, died Monday, February 13, 2023. Born in Swansea, South Wales on July 21, 1934, Brian moved to the US in 1977 and spent several years in Florida.

A coal miner in his early years, he later began working in Tamworth, UK at Foseco. At Foseco, Brian then became a director of engineering...

Feb 11, 2023

Harold D. Kirkpatrick, 95, of New London passed away Saturday, February 11, 2023, at Mercy New Life Hospice, Lorain.

He was born November 8, 1927 in New London Township to the late Mary Alice (Tindale) and Earl Kirkpatrick.  Harold graduated from New London High School in 1945 and earned a business degree from The Ohio State University. ...

Feb 10, 2023

Eula "Kay" Stanley, 65, of Wakeman, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2023 at home with her loving family by her side.  Kay was born in Ft. Knox, KY on January 31, 1958; she was the daughter of the late Lowell and Eula "Dove" (Maynard) Marshall.  Kay graduated in 1976 from North Ridgeville High School.  She lived in the...

Feb 9, 2023

Mark E. Warren, 62, of New London died Thursday, February 9, 2023 at Fisher Titus Hospital, Norwalk.  He was born April 16, 1960 in New London, Ohio.  Mark lived in Alaska for 25 years until returning 6 years ago.  He enjoyed being outdoors and working on cars.

Mark is survived by his mother, Geraldine (Ray) Warren of...

Feb 8, 2023

Beloved mother and grandmother Louise Jacqueline (Baker) Gossman, age 78, of Wellington, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 8, 2023. Louise grew up in Spencer, Ohio, and graduated from Black River High School in 1962. She married Raymond (Tony) Gossman in 1965, and they made their home in Wellington, Ohio.

Feb 7, 2023

Shirley A. Seifert, 83, of New London, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 7, 2023.  She was born on December 8, 1939 in Alton, IL, the daughter of Thomas and Lilly Bell (Moreland) McKenzie.

Shirley was a homemaker and enjoyed raising her children.  Her great-grandchildren were the light of her life.  She adored...

Feb 4, 2023

Timothy James McDaniel, 19, of Nova, died Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Akron Children's Hospital. Born on June 11, 2003, he was the son of Jeramy and Marie (nee Jankowski) McDaniel. Tim grew up in the Elyria area before moving with his family to Nova a few years ago.

Tim was currently working for Life Care Transport...

Feb 4, 2023

Marlene Louise Ackerman, 90, formerly of Monroeville, died Saturday, February 4, 2023, at home. Born on March 24, 1932 in Olean New York, she moved to Monroeville while in high school and graduated from Monroeville High School. In 1974 Marlene went back to school to become an RN.

Marlene worked as an RN with Fisher-Titus Hospital and...

Feb 3, 2023

Donald "Don" Max Henline, Jr., 57, of Norwalk passed away unexpectedly, Friday, February 3, 2023, at his residence.

Don was born on January 13, 1966, in Elyria, OH, to the late Donald Max Henline, Sr. And Glenna (Shisler) Henline.

Don attended Vermilion High School and worked at Janesville Acoustics for more than 20 years. He...

Feb 3, 2023

Robert "Bob" Lee Phillips, 74, residing in Wakeman, passed away Friday, February 3, 2023, at Louis Stokes VA Hospital in Cleveland.

Bob was born on November 12, 1948, in Elyria, OH to the late Robert Willis Phillips and Jacqueline (Lee) Phillips.

Bob proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as a member of the...

Feb 2, 2023

Darlene Joy Calhoun, 68, residing in Norwalk, passed away late Thursday evening, February 2, 2023, at Firelands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky.

Darlene was born in Sandusky, OH, on January 18, 1955, to the late Ralph and Mary Marjorie (Bickley) Holzmiller.

Darlene attended Edison High School and EHOVE Career Center, graduating in 1973. She was...

Feb 1, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roy McClurg who passed away on February 1st, 2023 in Wellington, Ohio. He was born on October 22nd, 1957 in Wellington, Ohio to Clarence McClurg and Marie (Youngless) McClurg. Roy graduated from Wellington High School in 1976 where he enjoyed competing in all sports and was scouted by...

Feb 1, 2023

Earl William Dickman, 89, of Milan, passed away late Thursday evening, February 1, 2023, at Stein Hospice Care Center.

Earl was born in Sandusky, OH on January 14, 1934, to the late Russell and Margaret (Jaycox) Dickman. He attended Sandusky High School and worked at Ford Motor Company as a machine operator and general laborer for 33...

Jan 31, 2023

Ronald G. Spoerr (85) of Shiloh, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, in Pennsylvania as a result of an automobile accident. He was born March 15, 1937 in Huron, Ohio to the late Dorothy (Schwanger) and George J. Spoerr.  Ron was a 1955 graduate of Savannah High School. On November 29, 1957 Ron married...

Jan 30, 2023

Diana L. Jones, 66, of New London, died on Monday, January 30, 2023, at Fisher Titus Medical Center, Norwalk.  She was born on August 22, 1956, in Prestonsburg, KY, the daughter of the late Sanford and Margaret (Shepherd) Hale.

Diana was a 1974 graduate of South Central High School.  She was employed by U-Brand in Ashland and...

Jan 30, 2023

David Anthony Markiewicz, Sr., 80, passed away in his home on Monday, January 30, 2023 with family by his side.

David was born on June 10, 1942 in Cleveland, Ohio to Anthony and Clara Markiewicz. David is survived by his son, David (Roseanna (Myers)), Markiewicz, Jr., his grandchildren Amanda (Tyler)Breiding, Elizabeth (Zachary) Davis and David (Kayla (Gardner))...

Jan 26, 2023

Ellen June Cottrell, 89, a lifelong resident of Wellington, passed under the care of Mercy New Life Hospice on Thursday, January 26, 2023. Born June 5, 1933 in Wellington, Ohio the daughter of Matthew and Ellen (Keough) Teehan.

Ellen was primarily a homemaker and a wonderful mother of three. She worked for Poiner's grocery and Isalys Restaurant...