Local Ohio Obituaries
Robert D Rice
May 23, 2026
Robert D. Rice, age 77 of Dunkirk, Ohio, passed away on May 23, 2026, at Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. He was born March 27, 1949, in Lynch, Kentucky to the late Verbena and Clarence “Red” Rice.
Robert is survived by the love of his life, Carol Rice; his daughters, Rachelle Rice of Dunkirk, Shalyn (Mathew) Chester of...
Stephanie Marie Jacobs
May 22, 2026
Stephanie Marie Jacobs, age 41, passed away at Bucyrus Hospital, May 22, 2026. Stephanie was born to the late Michael Mercurio and Lisa Dostall February 11, 1985 in Lorain Ohio. Stephanie married Douglas Jacobs September 26, 2009. Stephanie is preceded in death by her parents and step-daughter, Kristan Bailey.
Stephanie is survived by husband of 16 years, Douglas Jacobs; daughter, Haylie...
Merlin Markland
May 21, 2026
Merlin Dean Markland, 91, of Kenton, Ohio, passed away May 21, 2026, at 2am at home.
Born October 1, 1934, in Ashland, Kansas, to Vance and Mary Katherine Markland, he was the oldest of seven children. In his early years the family lived in Colorado and Kansas. But Ashland was always home.
Dean served as a minister in the Assemblies of God,...
Tanya Marie Stewart
May 20, 2026
Tanya (Tonya) Marie Stewart passed away on May 20, 2026, at Marion General Hospital after a long and courageous battle with kidney disease. Tonya was born in Columbus on April 30, 1982, to Tamara Stewart and Alford Trisler.
Tonya shared an especially close bond with her mother and was heartbroken by her passing in 2024. At the age of two, Tim...
John V Brown Sr
May 20, 2026
John married the love of his life, JoAnn (Blashinsky) Brown, on May 15, 1981, and together they shared many years of devotion and partnership. She survives him.
In addition to his wife, John is survived by his children, Shelley (Brown) Danner of Marion, Heather (Nathan) (Brown) Zimmerman of Zanesfield, Ohio, and Jonathan V. Brown of Marion; 11 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.
He...
William E Waits
May 16, 2026
William E. Waits, age 52 of Marion, OH passed away peacefully on May 16th, 2026, at the OSU Wexner Medical Center after a short battle with cancer. Bill will be remembered as a loving Son, Father, Brother, Uncle and friend. He had a special bond with his son, Will, who we sadly lost on Jan. 31st, 2023.
He enjoyed listening to...
Christopher Michael Phillips
May 16, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our Father, Christopher Phillips, who gained his heavenly wings and has finally found the peace that he always wanted. Our Dad was a jack-of-all-trades. From his work as a cook in his earlier years to working on and detailing cars. He enjoyed painting and music, particularly drumming, in his...
Natalie Sue Bunker
May 15, 2026
Natalie Sue Bunker, age 67 of Bucyrus, OH passed away on Friday May 15, 2026, at home following a lengthy battle with cancer. Natalie was born February 27, 1959, in Bucyrus to the late Nolen Howell and Bernita (Bryden) Rossman who survives in Bucyrus. Natalie is also survived by husband Jason whom she married September 17, 2009; children Ed Monk...
Robin Elaine Bennington
May 14, 2026
Robin Elaine Bennington, age 68, passed away at home May 14, 2026. Robin was born to the late Don and Wilma (Sheridan) Cessna December 3, 1957, in Tiffin, Ohio. She married the love of her life, Thomas Bennington, December 21, 1984. Robin was preceded in death by her parents.
Robin is survived by husband of 41 years, Thomas Bennington; children, Sarah...
Rose Ellen Johnston
May 12, 2026
Rose Ellen Johnston, also known as "Mimi", age 85 of Marion, OH, passed away May 12, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. Rose was born to the late Culver and Nellie “McElroy” Harris March 31, 1941, in Marion, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Joan Williams; and brother, Ralph Harris.
Rose is survived by son, Jeff (James Collins)...
Brett James Weldon
May 10, 2026
Brett James Weldon, age 41, passed away unexpectedly May 10, 2026, in Marion, Ohio. Brett was born to Willene Weldon September 24, 1984, in Marion, Ohio. Brett is survived by his mother, Willene Weldon; children, Aaliyah Weldon, Adaisha Weldon, Alyric Weldon, Avante Weldon, and Amya Weldon. He is also survived by his girlfriend Danielle Meyers.
Brett worked for many years with...
John H Wolford
May 8, 2026
John H. Wolford, age 63, passed away May 8, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. John was born to the late Helbert John Wolford and Julie Jean (Mead) Bentley on February 17, 1963, in Scioto County Ohio. John was preceded in death by his parents.
John is survived by children, Olivia (Brandon) Hackley, Megan Hawkins, Chassidy Wolford, Aaron (Faith) Hunt; grandchildren; Madon,...
Michelle Rena Fassler
May 5, 2026
Michelle “Shell” Rena Fassler, age 37, went to be with the Lord May 5, 2026. Michelle was born to Deborah (Breece) Patrick June 10, 1988, in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. She married Lance Fassler January 27, 2023. Michelle is survived by husband, Lance Fassler; mother, Deborah Patrick; step-father, Kenny (Christine) Patrick; children, Xavier Pelfry, Isaiah Lewis, Elizabeth Fassler, and Leland Fassler; brother,...
Bonnie Lee Bowen
May 5, 2026
Bonnie L. Bowen, 78 of Marion passed away on Wednesday May 5, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. Bonnie was born on December 22, 1947, in Urbana, OH to the late Leroy Charles and Cornnez (Peronne) Maxam. She was first married to Larry R. Ward on July 22, 1965, and he preceded her in death on January 11, 2015. Her second...
Larry John Starcher
May 3, 2026
Larry John Starcher, age 73, passed away at Marion General Hospital May 3rd, 2026. Larry was born to the late Henry Harmon and Mary Linda (Beck) Starcher on January 10, 1953, in Marion, Ohio. Larry is preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Harmon “Eddie” Starcher, Homer Starcher, and Bob Starcher; sisters: Roxy Taylor and Marguerite Richard; and his beloved...
Jeffrey G Johnston
May 3, 2026
Jeffrey Grant Johnston, affectionately known as “Mouse,” age 70, of Marion, Ohio, passed May 3, 2026, surrounded by a lifetime of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Jeff was born and raised in Marion, Ohio, a place he proudly called home throughout his life. He spent many years as a skilled welder at Marion Power Shovel before finishing his career as...
Sherry Lynn Young
May 1, 2026
Sherry “Shey” Lynn Young, age 53, passed away May 1, 2026, at Presidential Post Acute of Marion. Shey was born to the late Larry E. Clarkson Sr. and Patricia “Pat” (Staup) Clarkson February 20, 1973, in Galion, Ohio. Shey was preceded in death by her parents, half-brother, Mike Keckler; half-sister, Angela Clarkson.
Sherry is survived by children, Samantha (Cameron) Morrison and...
Ray Howard McCandless
May 1, 2026
Ray Howard McCandless, 75, passed away on May 1, 2026, at the OSUMC James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on June 7, 1950, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Harold Guy McCandless and Dorothy Elaine McCandless.
Ray grew up in Pennsylvania and later made his home in Florida for more than 20 years before moving to Ohio in...
Edna Wilkin
May 1, 2026
Edna Wilkin, 93, of Powell, Ohio, formerly of Tallmadge, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2026, at StoryPoint South Senior Living in Powell, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on February 4, 1933, in Catbalogan, Philippines, she was the youngest daughter of the late Henry and Ignacia (Billones) Kruse. On May 2, 1968, Edna married Robert E. Wilkin, Sr.,...
Teri Lynn Corder
Apr 30, 2026
Teri Lynn Corder, 46 of Marion passed away on Thursday April 30, 2026 at Presidential Post Acute in Marion, her death was unexpected. Teri Lynn was born September 19, 1979 in Marion to the late Tery E. Sharp and Sheila (Lockard) Sharp.
Teri is survived by Troy Jarvis of Marion whom she was engaged to, sisters Crystal (Richard) Rudd of Marion...
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