Obituaries

Oct 24, 2025

Victoria L.  "Vicky" Kirk, 71, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025.  She was born on July 9, 1954, in Newark, Ohio, to the late William and Emogene (Brown) Kirk.  She graduated from Norwalk High School.

Vicky was a Certified Nursing Assistant; she had worked at the Norwalk Memorial Home and Ohio Veterans Home...

Oct 24, 2025

Birdie Mae Thomas, 86, of Elyria, died on Friday, October 24, 2025, at University Hospital – Elyria. The daughter of the late Birdie and Maltie (Maynard) Napier, Birdie was born on March 10, 1939, in Ferguson, WV and moved to OH in the early 1970s.

She was a homemaker who loved her family and spent her life...

Oct 24, 2025

Brenda Kay Vaught, 74, of New London and formerly of Sullivan, passed away under hospice care on Friday, October 24, 2025. On November 7, 1950, Brenda was born in Roncevert, West Virginia to the late Harmon Bane and Ilene (nee Wykle) Wood. Brenda graduated from Midview High School.

A trainer in Histology, Brenda worked at Wil Research...

Oct 24, 2025

Donna A. Jennings, born July 17, 1948, entered Heaven on October 24, 2025. Donna was born in Madison, West Virginia, to William and Evelyn (Hancock) Dangerfield. The eldest of seven children, Donna's caring nature and strong work ethic were evident from a young age and continued to guide her throughout her life.

A determined and independent woman,...

Oct 22, 2025

George T. Weikel, 77, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky on October 22, 2025. He was born on November 29, 1947, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late Anthony and Maryellen Weikel.

George grew up in Carnegie, Pennsylvania, where he and his brother, Anthony "Lee" Weikel, spent countless hours exploring the outdoors...

Oct 22, 2025

Richard G. "Dick" Doughty, 88, of Norwalk, Ohio, died early Wednesday morning, October 22, 2025, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center.  He was born on September 6, 1937, in Norwalk, Ohio, to the late Frank and Agnes (Wise) Doughty and was a lifelong area resident. He was a faithful member of St. Paul Catholic Church where he married his loving wife, ...

Oct 19, 2025

Michael James Hollinger was born January 9, 2005, in Santa Monica, CA. He was taken from us too soon on October 19, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio.

Michael spent the early part of his life in both Hudson and Bellevue, Ohio. Just before Michael's 10th birthday we relocated our family to Hermosa Beach, CA, because of a job...

Oct 18, 2025

Robert John Mohler, 94, of Pittsfield, died Saturday October 18, 2025, at Welcome Nursing Home. Born on July 23, 1931, he was the son of the late John and Mary Irene (nee Seeley) Mohler. Robert, known by most as Bob, grew up in Grafton and graduated from Grafton High School.

Bob was drafted into the Navy in...

Oct 17, 2025

Arlene J. Roberts, 95, of Northfield, died Friday, October 17, 2025. Arlene made her arrival into the world on New Year's Day 1930 in Columbus; she was the daughter of the late William and Bernice (nee Prochaska) Bronstrup. Arlene grew up on the east side of Cleveland and graduated from East High.

Arlene worked as a book...

Oct 17, 2025

Harl R. Myers, 76, of Norwalk, Ohio, died naturally but unexpectedly on October 17, 2025, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center.  He was born on December 25, 1948, in Norwalk to the late Ray and Rosaltha (Husted) Myers and was a Norwalk High School graduate.

Harl was an avid chess player with many interests and hobbies over the years...

Oct 17, 2025

Tonya E. "Toni" Kessler, 58, of Norwalk, Ohio, died on October 17, 2025, at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky, Ohio, after many recent health issues. She was born on June 11, 1967, in Sandusky, Ohio, to the late Eugene and Linda Lou (Beck) Kessler.

Toni was retired but she had worked at the former Vanson's in...

Oct 17, 2025

Frank Charles Nedveski II, 73, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Friday October 17, 2025, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center. He was born in Cambridge, Ohio, on June 13, 1952. To the late Frank & Margaret (nee Kasarda) Nedveski.

Frank served as a Sergeant in the Ohio State Highway Patrol for 25 years and finished his career...

Oct 16, 2025

David O. Smith, 58, of Norwalk, Ohio, entered into heavenly rest on Thursday, October 16, 2025, after many recent health issues at the Cleveland Clinic.  He was born on April 1, 1967, to the late William and Margie (Hall) Smith.  Dave graduated from Monroeville High School in 1985, where he was a member of the state championship basketball team....

Oct 16, 2025

Lester Harlan Matcham, 92, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at University Hospital Elyria. The son of the late Forrest S. and Lena E. (Coates) Matcham, Lester was born on June 1, 1933, in Oberlin.

Lester grew up in Brighton and graduated from Brighton High School. He proudly served in the Army from 1953 to 1955....

Oct 12, 2025

Robert A. "Bob" Cooke, age 80, of New London passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Born April 1, 1945 in New London, he graduated with the New London High School Class of 1963. At age 14, he had began working in the family business at New London Lanes. His...

Oct 11, 2025

Bruce R. Hodgson, age 74, of Wellington, died on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born February 7, 1951, he was the son of Gayle and Lois (Ketcham) Hodgson. Bruce worked for Ford Motor Company in Avon as a machinist for over thirty years before his retirement. With his wife, Donna, he attended...

Oct 10, 2025

Sharon Joyce Thomas (née Masek), age 74, of New London, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 19, 1951, in Euclid, Ohio, Sheri lived a life marked by devotion to her faith and her family. She placed priority on encouraging others and sharing her faith in God...

Oct 10, 2025

Phyllis C. Brandt Schindler, 93 and a half, of Wellington, died Friday, October 10, 2025 at home with her family by her side. Born on January 12, 1932 in Lafayette, she was the daughter of the late Ortho and Bernadine (nee Ridinger) Cotner. Phyllis grew up in Lafayette and graduated from Lafayette High School.

Trained as a...

Oct 8, 2025

John Lloyd Henry Colley, 64, of Wellington, died on October 8, 2025 at his home. A lifelong Wellington resident, John was born in Elyria on June 10, 1961 to parents Charles and Shirley (Betts) Colley. He graduated from Black River High School.

A welder by trade, John worked in a variety of places throughout his career. He...

Oct 6, 2025

Richard H. Jensen, 64, of Norwalk, passed away on October 6, 2025, at Twilight Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was born on September 4, 1961, George and Maureen (Kycera) Jensen, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania.

Richard proudly served his country for 22 years in the United States Air Force. He hardly ever met a stranger and loved to...