Obituaries

Apr 27, 2021

Noma J. Minor, 90, of Milan, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021. She was born on June 19, 1930 to the late Genevieve (Black) and Joseph Snyder.

One of her greatest joys in life was being an owner of the Park Avery General Store.

Norma is survived by her children, Randolph (Rosemary) Scott, ...

Apr 22, 2021

Walter E. Sabin, 80, of Wakeman, Ohio passed away on Thursday; April 22, 2021 at his home with his loving family by his side. Walter was born in Oberlin on November 16, 1940, and raised in Wakeman, Ohio. He was the son of the late Stanley James and Estella Mae (Salzman) Sabin.

As a member of the...

Apr 22, 2021

Lucille A. Vickery, 83, of Norwalk, Ohio died on Thursday morning, April 22, 2021 at the Willows of Willard.  She was born on March 11, 1938 in Waterville, Maine to the late George and Alexina (Cabana) Dutil.

"Lucy" to some, "Cille" to others, Lucille answered with a smile to any of her nicknames, but she truly cherished...

Apr 19, 2021

Lois Marie Grosscup, 87, of Bucyrus, Ohio passed away peacefully in her daughter's home in Stow, Ohio under hospice care on Monday, April 19, 2021.

Lois was born in Clarksfield, Ohio on October 24, 1933 to the late Willis and Wilma (Clapp) Franklin.  She was a lifelong resident of New London, Ohio.  Lois graduated from New London...

Apr 19, 2021

Wayne A. Smith, 93, of Norwalk, Ohio passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021, peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and friends.  He was born on July 30, 1927 to the late Bertice Smith and the late Elizabeth (Johnston) Burns.  He attended Prospect School in Republic, Ohio.

A "go getter" from an early age, at...

Apr 19, 2021

Tony C. Marley, 86, of Wellington died on Monday, April 19, 2021 at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Lorain. Born on August 6, 1934 in Bellevue, he was the son of the late Rose and James Marley. He was a Wellington resident for most of his life.

Tony proudly served in the US Navy for two years....

Apr 14, 2021

David Cline, 78, passed away at his home on April 14, 2021 after a short illness.  Dave was born on July 1, 1942 in New London, Ohio and was a life-long resident.  He graduated from New London High School, Class of 1960.

He worked at the CE Ward Company from 1960 thru 1987 and was in charge...

Apr 13, 2021

Betty A. Sims, 79 of Nova, Ohio died on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at Fisher Titus Medical Center in Norwalk, Ohio.  Betty was born on August 21, 1941 in Vermilion, Ohio, the daughter of the late Betty (Hermaan) Gulling and Howard Hemminger.

Betty is survived by her husband, George Sims and together they have a host of...

Apr 13, 2021

Lloyd P. Ash, 86, of New London, OH was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at the Laurels of New London.  He was born on August 4, 1934 in Kayford, WV, the son of the late Carl and Eva (Byrd) Ash.

Lloyd was a member of the US Air Force and...

Apr 12, 2021

Norm Haswell 59, of Wellington passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2021 at his residence. Born on October 27, 1961, he was the son of Janet Haswell and the late Larry Haswell.

Norm was a 1980 graduate of Black River High School. He was currently employed at Trimline as a Production Manager. He enjoyed gardening and cooking....

Apr 10, 2021

Richard S. Blackburn, 90, of Norwalk, Ohio, died at Stein Hospice in Sandusky on Saturday, April 10, 2021. He was born on April 17, 1930 to the late Ethel (Shaw) and Harry Blackburn.

After graduating from Norwalk High School in 1948, Richard attended The Ohio State University where he received his bachelor's degree in 1956. Richard served...

Apr 8, 2021

Richard Owen Simonson, 87, of Texas, passed away on April 8, 2021 at the Gardens at Chisholm Trail in Keene, Texas. He was born on November 2, 1933, the son of the late Dorothy (nee Miller) and George Simonson. Richard lived in Huntington Township many years before moving to Texas.

Richard proudly served in the US Army,...

Apr 6, 2021

Bill Miller of Norwalk, Ohio passed away on Monday, April 6, 2021 after a long battle with cancer.

Bill was a 1959 graduate of Willard High School and attended Kent State. He enlisted with the Army Reserves for seven years and worked for Ford Motor Co., ACH in Sandusky. He was the project manager with Hill's Interiors...

Apr 5, 2021

Mark Leroy Oney, 61, of Wakeman, died Monday, April 5, 2021in Toledo after a brief illness. Born on April 24, 1959 in Marion, he was the son of the late Leroy and Vadis (nee Heath) Oney. Mark was a life long resident of the Wakeman and Collins area and a 1978 graduate of Western Reserve High School.

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Apr 5, 2021

Rose Mary "Rosie" Schaffer, 93, a lifelong Norwalk, Ohio area resident, died on April 5, 2021 at the Norwalk Memorial Home.  She was born on July 30, 1927 in Norwalk to the late Otto and Mabel (Shibley) Schaffer and graduated from Norwalk St. Paul High School in 1946.

Rosie cherished time with her family and enjoyed playing...

Apr 5, 2021

Kathryn N. Fry, 95, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away on Monday, April 5, 2021. She was born on June 14, 1925 to the late Mary (Mohler) and Edmond Sanders.

Kathryn was a member of the Norwalk First United Methodist Church. She enjoyed baking, cooking, woodworking crafts, gardening, and a love for animals. Her biggest joy spending time...

Apr 4, 2021

Chris Stigall, 54, of Shelby, OH and formerly of Nova, died on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at his residence.  Chris was one of five sons to the late James and Bonnie (Fraley) Stigall.  He was born on February 14, 1967 in Rochester, Indiana.

Chris was a graduate of Ehove Career Center.  He enjoyed being outdoors and hunting...

Mar 30, 2021

Vivian Ruth (Stout) Haynes, 105, of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021.

Vivian Ruth Stout was born to the late Chattie Mae and Everett Stout in 1915. She grew up in a little house on Marshall Street in Norwalk, Ohio. She was the youngest of three sisters and two brothers. Their family didn't have...

Mar 29, 2021

Charles E. "Chuck" Obermiller, 87, of Norwalk, Ohio died on Monday, March 29, 2021 at Fisher-Titus Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born on December 6, 1933 in New Philadelphia, Ohio to the late Vincent and Eva (Knight) Obermiller and graduated from Norwalk St. Paul High School in 1952.

Chuck and his late wife, Annie,...

Mar 26, 2021

John R. Kompa Sr. 75, of Norwalk, Ohio died on March 26, 2021 at MetroHealth Hospital, Cleveland after a year-long brave fight with pancreatic cancer. He was born on October 3, 1945 in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania to the now deceased Chester and Helen (Jansto) Kompa. John graduated from Beaver Falls High School and Henderson County Junior College before receiving...