Obituaries

Feb 23, 2023

William L. Spencer, 82, of Wakeman, died on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at Life Care Hospice in Wooster.  He was born on February 23, 1941 in Westlake, OH, the son of Edgar and Arlene (Minut) Spencer.  He was a 1959 graduate of New London High School. He was a member of the Marine Corps Reserve.

William worked...

Feb 22, 2023

Kory Michael Tubbs, 44 died unexpectedly February 22, 2023. Kory was born April 13, 1978, in Omaha, Nebraska to Kathy Randolph and Kevin Tubbs.

An amazing husband, father, son, brother and uncle, Kory loved his family immensely. His absolute pride and joy were his daughters Avery and Addison. He would gladly talk your ear off to brag...

Feb 21, 2023

Jeanie Mason, 49, residing in Atlanta, Georgia, passed away early Tuesday morning, February 21, 2023, at Piedmont Metro Hospital in Atlanta Georgia.

Jeanie was born on September 15, 1973, in Norwalk, OH, to Oma (Robinson) Mason and Jerry Mason. She graduated from Western Reserve High School and furthered her education at Toledo University, where she received her...

Feb 21, 2023

Russell Clyde Fox, 82, of Wellington, died Tuesday, February 21, 2023 under the care of New Life Hospice.  A son of the late Clyde Allen and Agnes (nee Lentz) Fox, Russell grew up in Kipton and was a 1959 graduate of Firelands High School.

He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for 28 years, obtaining...

Feb 21, 2023

Eugene "Gene" Charles Kramer, 77, died at home with family on Tuesday February 21st, 2023, after a long battle with MS.

A lifelong resident of the Norwalk/Milan area Gene graduated from Norwalk St. Paul class of 1964 and served 6 years in the Army National Guard. He is also one of a group of dedicated hardworking young...

Feb 20, 2023

Jacob Luke Patterson, 29, of Wellington, died Monday, February 20, 2023, from a heart attack, a complication of Muscular Dystrophy. Born on May 26, 1993 in Cleveland, he was the son of David and the late Tammy Sue (nee Wilson) Patterson.

Jacob was a 2010 graduate of Murray Ridge School in Elyria; following graduation Jacob worked in...

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...