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Rochelle Lynn Buckey

Rochelle Lynn Buckey

Nov 12, 2026

Rochelle Lynn Buckey, 58 of Marion passed away on Thursday November 12, 2026, at Marion Point. Rochelle was born February 26, 1968, in Marion to the late Edward Buckey and Sharon (Sanborn) Holbrook.

Rochelle is survived by sisters Robin Johnson and Rhonda Holbrook as well as 4 nephews, 1 niece, and several great nieces and nephews.

Rochelle graduated from Marion Harding High...

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Becky Marie Burt

Becky Marie Burt

Nov 12, 2026

Becky Marie Burt, 72 of Marion passed away on Thursday November 12, 2026 at home in Marion. Becky was born August 17, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Robert Connell and Marie (Ames) Goddard.

Becky is survived by children Roger Burt II, Brandi Burt, and Mandi Burt; grandchildren Kelsey Canfield, Landen Sullivan, Destiny Roark, Brandt Canfield, Desiree Canfield-Swart, Ethan Goddard,...

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Vernon Richard Uplinger II

Vernon Richard Uplinger II

Nov 9, 2026

Vernon Richard Uplinger II, age 59, passed away at Marion General Hospital, November 9, 2026. Vernon was born to the late Vernon Richard Uplinger I and Karen “Kunkle” Uplinger September 8, 1967, in Shelby, Ohio. Vernon was preceded in death by his parents. 

Vernon is survived by his daughters, Katie (Alex) Turner, Faith Uplinger, and Grace (Ben) Caudill; step-daughters, Tina (Josh)...

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Jeremy Neil Dodds

Jeremy Neil Dodds

Nov 9, 2026

Jeremy Neil Dodds, age 65, passed away November 9, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. He was born to the late Ivor and Dorothy (Coffey) Dodds January 20, 1961, in Marion, Ohio. Jeremy married Glenda (Flowers) Dodds October 18, 2004. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Richard Dodds and Melissa Dodds.

Jeremy is survived by his wife of 22...

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Carolyn Sue Anderson

Carolyn Sue Anderson

Nov 4, 2026

Carolyn Sue Anderson, 81, of Marion, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. She was born on April 3, 1945, in DeWitt, Arkansas, to Harold Lloyd and Juanita Stephenson.

Carolyn attended Henderson State University in Arkansas and Oklahoma State University. She dedicated much of her professional life to education, teaching home economics in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Ohio. She also worked...

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Kathy Nell Allen

Kathy Nell Allen

Oct 28, 2026

Kathy Nell Allen, age 72, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2026. She was born on September 29, 1954, in Harlan, Kentucky, to Frank and Ada Mayfield.

Kathy attended Marion Technical Community College, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. A dedicated worker, she spent many years working in several local factories. Outside of work, Kathy was...

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Cynthia J Jeffrey

Cynthia J Jeffrey

Oct 25, 2026

Cynthia "Cindy" J Jeffrey, age 55 of Marion, OH passed away October 25, 2026, at James Cancer Hospital in Columbus. She was born in Arlington, Virginia October 15, 1971, to the late Dick Baughman and Emma Jean Manuel, who survives in VA. Cindy was married to David H Jeffrey for 37 years. 

Cindy is survived by her mother, her husband, sons:...

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Edward E Davis

Edward E Davis

Oct 23, 2026

Edward E Davis, age 65 of Marion, OH passed away peacefully at home October 23, 2026, with his wife Donna by his side. He was born January 9, 1961, to the late Floren and Barbara "Bobbi" (Bowen) Franklin in Marion. Edward was married June 17, 2000, to Donna (Keller) Davis.

Ed was a kind, caring, loving family man who went above...

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Danny L Eblin

Danny L Eblin

Oct 22, 2026

Danny Lee Eblin, age 79, a lifelong resident of Marion County, passed away peacefully Thursday morning October 22, 2026, at Marion General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family following a short illness. Danny will be dearly missed by his five children: Mark (Catherine) Eblin of Marion, Ohio; Michael (Victoria) Eblin of Phoenix, Arizona; Jon (Donna) Eblin of Ashley, Ohio; Shannon...

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William Thomas Cotton

William Thomas Cotton

Oct 21, 2026

William Thomas "Tom" Cotton, age 69 of Marion, OH passed away October 21, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. He was born December 7, 1956, to the late Daniel B and Lena (Lemaster) Cotton in Marion. Tom was married to the late Katherine "Kathy" Cox, who passed December 24, 2021.

Tom is survived by son Daniel Cotton, cousin Jack Smith, great friend...

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Stephen Douglas Carl

Stephen Douglas Carl

Oct 17, 2026

Stephen Douglas Carl, “Doug” age 74 of Mt. Gilead, OH passed away October 17, 2026, at his home. He was born November 6, 1951, to the late Ronald and Marian (Salzgebar) Carl in West Pont, NY. 

Doug is survived by children: Jessie (Matt) Purtee, Ben (Jessica) Carl, Jodie (Greg) Murrell, and Brian (Aimee) Carl, grandchildren: Isabella (Caden) Stitt, Reece Murrell, Kyra Blevins,...

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Stella M Murphy

Stella M Murphy

Oct 15, 2026

Stella M Murphy, age 80 of Marion, OH passed away October 15, 2026, at Marion Valley Post Acute Nursing Home. She was born March 19, 1946, to the late Ellery Nicholes and Nana (McLaughlin) Keener in Clay County West Virginia. Stella was married to the late Jerry Murphy.

Stella is survived by children: Darius (Karen) Murphy, Jerry Murphy, Joseph Murphy, David...

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Charles F Sedlock III

Charles F Sedlock III

Oct 15, 2026

Charles F Sedlock III, age 68 of Marion, OH passed away October 15, 2026, at his home. He was born June 4, 1958, to the late Charles F Sedlock Jr and Judy (Burton) Price in Marion.

Charles is survived by children: Chad (Isabella Summers) Sedlock of Marion, and Melissa (Mark) Goodard of Marion, grandchildren: Jayden, Hunter, Ava, Kayson, Ainsley, and Novalee,...

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Dixie Lee Kincaid

Dixie Lee Kincaid

Oct 15, 2026

It is with both heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Dixie Lee Kincaid on October 15, 2026. Born on May 1, 1943, in the charming town of Kenton, Ohio, Dixie was gifted to this world by her loving parents, Audrey Dripps and Gene Kincaid. Her journey through life was a testament...

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Terry C Weber

Terry C Weber

Oct 12, 2026

Terry C Weber, age 80 of Bucyrus, OH passed away October 12, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. He was born January 13, 1946, to the late Charles H and Lois M (Myles) Weber in Galion, OH. Terry was married September, 1979, to the late Susan E (Reinhard) Weber and celebrated 47 years of marriage.

Terry is survived by good friend Dale...

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Carol Ann Thompson

Carol Ann Thompson

Oct 10, 2026

Carol Ann Thompson, age 73 of La Rue, OH passed away October 10, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. She was born October 10, 1953, to the late Elbon and Gladys (Smyers) Tucker in Barnsville, OH. Carol was married July 4, 1973, to Jim Thompson who survives.

Carol is survived by her husband, son Ryan (Rachel) Thompson of Leesville, grandchildren: Tessa (Jordan)...

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Howard L Cranston

Howard L Cranston

Oct 9, 2026

Howard L Cranston, age 54 of Marion, OH passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on October 9, 2026, at his home. He was born October 20, 1971, to the late Everett Cranston and Barbara (Berry) Cranston, who survives in Marion. Howard was married for 35 years to Angel Cranston, who also survives.

Howard is survived by his mother, his wife,...

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Douglas A May

Douglas A May

Oct 9, 2026

Douglas A May, age 71 of Crestline, OH passed away October 9, 2026, at Woodside Village Care Center in Mt. Gilead, OH. He was born December 21, 1954, to the late Ivan L and Anna C (Laudenslager) May in Huron County, OH. 

Douglas is survived by niece Leann Adkins, and siblings: Dorothy Blackburn, Sharon McNeal, Carol Garner, and Ronald May. He...

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Robert H DeBord

Robert H DeBord

Oct 8, 2026

Robert H DeBord, age 51 of Cardington, OH left us on October 8, 2026, to be with Jesus at Galion Hospital, leaving a trail of laughter and warmth in his wake.

Born on May 25, 1975, to Bill and Pauline DeBord. Bobby was a radiant soul who could light up a room with his infectious laughter and genuine interest in others....

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Shirley A Scheitler

Shirley A Scheitler

Oct 7, 2026

Shirley A. Scheitler, age 84, of Marion, passed away on October 7, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. She was born on August 21, 1942, in Marion to the late Claude and Maude (McKim) Persinger.

Shirley was a high school graduate and worked as a nurse’s aide.

She is survived by her daughters, Lisa Conley, Dorothy (Patrick) Flanagan, and Jennifer Scheitler (Marlin Temme);...

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