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Conley Henderson "Cork" Roberts

Conley Henderson "Cork" Roberts

May 6, 2025

Conley Henderson “Cork” Roberts, 81 of Caledonia passed away on Tuesday May 6, 2025, at Marion General Hospital. Cork was born July 1, 1943, in Raymond, Ohio to the late Dorsey and Dovie (Williams) Roberts. He was married March 15, 1963 to Maria (Welch) Roberts who survives. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 9 siblings.

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Jane G Cook

Jane G Cook

May 6, 2025

Jane Gail Cook, born on December 14, 1941, in Albion, Indiana, and most recently a resident of Sunbury, Ohio, passed away peacefully at 1:36 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio. Jane was preceded in death by her parents Vaughn M. and Kate (Knox) Schreiber as well as her husband William E. Cook in 2005...

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Sandra J Lamb

Sandra J Lamb

May 5, 2025

Sandra Jae Lamb, 63 of Marion, OH passed away on Monday May 5, 2025, at Marion General Hospital following a brief illness. Sandra was born October 19, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio to the late William Miller and Janet Shirley (Johnson) Miller.

Sandra is survived by sons Ronald and David Lamb; grandchildren Samantha, Alexandra, Jewelyauna, Kiara, William, and Landon; great grandchild Zedrik...

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Mark G Hostetter

Mark G Hostetter

May 4, 2025

Mark G Hostetter, born July 5,1952, in Marion, Ohio passed away peacefully May 4, 2025, surrounded by his family and close friends. He was the first child of the late Marion and Josephine Hostetter.

Brothers: Michael Hostetter and spouse Jennifer McGinnis-Hostetter of Ft Wayne, IN., Patrick Hostetter and spouse Karen Hostetter of Marion, Ohio. He loved his nieces and nephews, Courtney...

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Derrick Darling

Derrick Darling

Apr 30, 2025

Derrick Eugene Darling, age 45, from Marion Ohio, went home to the Lord, April 30, 2025. Derrick was born to Mark Darling and Kathy Jo (Champer) Williams January 21, 1980, in Marion Ohio. Derrick was preceded in death by his mother, Kathy Jo (Champer) Williams; brothers, Jeremy Darling and Brandon Darling; and very close like a brother, cousin, Jeff Thacker.

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Quinn R O'Hare

Quinn R O'Hare

Apr 27, 2025

Quinn R O'Hare, age 61 of Marion, OH passed away April 27, 2025, at Marion General Hospital. He was born June 7, 1963, to James E O'Hare and Martha (Ramsey) Brown in Marion. 

Quinn is survived by his parents, love and life partner Rebecca "Becky" Anderson of Marion, whom he met doing "Living History", and brothers Shawn O'Hare and Spencer (Candace)...

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Joan M Smith

Joan M Smith

Apr 27, 2025

Joan Marie Smith, 88, of Morral, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025. Born on December 10, 1936, in Marion, Ohio, Joan spent her life in the warmth of family.

Joan graduated from Harding High School and was known for her quiet and private nature. Despite her reserved demeanor, she cherished the company of her loved ones and enjoyed hosting...

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Michael Lee Beard

Michael Lee Beard

Apr 26, 2025

Michael (Mike) Beard, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, in Marion, Ohio. Mike was the cherished son of Russell Lee Beard and Sue Nell (Loving) Beard. He graduated from Marion Harding High School in 1974. He was a man whose kindness, warmth, and quiet strength left a lasting impression on everyone...

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Robert C Cramer

Robert C Cramer

Apr 26, 2025

Robert Charles Cramer unexpectedly entered a pain-free world on April 26, 2025, at his home in Marion, Ohio after spending several months battling heart issues. Bob was born December 1, 1946, in Galion, Ohio to parents Margaret (Bosh) Cramer and Charles Cramer. Most of Bob's life was spent in Iberia, Ohio and in Marion, Ohio. Bob graduated from Northmor High...

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Daniel A Meyers

Daniel A Meyers

Apr 24, 2025

Daniel A Meyers, age 68 of Centerburg, OH passed away April 24, 2025, at his home. He was born November 24, 1956, to the late Chester and Thelma (Nixon) Meyers in Columbus, OH. 

Daniel is survived by son Joel (Tina) Meyers with their children Ayden, Ashton, Avery, and Austen Meyers, daughter Jewel Gravley with her children Isaac, Alexis, and Cody Persinger,...

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William E Chesser

William E Chesser

Apr 24, 2025

William E Chesser, age 89 of New Bloomington, OH passed away April 24, 2025, at Marion General Hospital. He was born March 14, 1936, to the late Warren and Renevie Ellen (French) Chesser in Marion, OH. 

William is survived by daughter Becky Yaeger of Marion, and brothers: Merle Chesser of Marion and Floyd Chesser of Cardington. He was preceded in death...

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Robert Lee Gaines

Robert Lee Gaines

Apr 23, 2025

Robert Lee Gaines, age 55 of Marion, OH passed away April 23, 2025, at The OSU James hospital in Columbus. He was born December 31, 1969, to the late Charles Franklin and Anita June (Jackson) Gaines in Portsmouth, OH. 

Robert is survived by sister Tammy (Michael) Walston of Marion, brother Brian Gaines of Marion, and 7 nieces and nephews. He was...

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Kevin L Ostrom

Kevin L Ostrom

Apr 22, 2025

Kevin L Ostrom, age 71 of Cardington, OH passed away April 22, 2025, at his home. He was born April 5,1954, to the late George A and Ruby V (Moodispaugh) Ostrom in Morrow County, OH. 

Kevin is survived by son Shawn (Jessica Reeder) Sexton of Cardington, daughter Amanda Sherman of Marion, 9 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and brother Roger Ostrom. He was...

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Terry E Sharp

Terry E Sharp

Apr 22, 2025

Terry E Sharp, age 65 of Marion, OH passed away April 22, 2025, at Embassy of Marion Nursing Home. He was born July 25, 1959, to the late Donald Sharp and Edna Herman in Marion.

Terry is survived by daughters: Crystal (Richard) Rudd of Marion and Teri Lynn Corder of Marion, and granddaughter Ayla Tracy. He was preceded in death by...

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Pamela S Champer

Pamela S Champer

Apr 20, 2025

Pamela S Champer, age 65 of Marion, OH, passed away April 20, 2025, at her home. She was born August 5, 1959, to the late Lillie Jane (Gregory) McDonald in Marion. 

Pamela is survived by daughter Faith Champer of Marion, son Rick Baker, grandson Bryce Baker, and sister Nancy Hindman of Marion. She was preceded in death by her mother, brother...

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Pauletta J Stoneburner

Pauletta J Stoneburner

Apr 17, 2025

Pauletta J Stoneburner, age 76 of Marion, OH passed away April 17, 2025, at Marion General Hospital. She was born November 29, 1948, to the late Paul and Jeane (Combs) Seiter in Marion. Pauletta was married to the late William Patrick Stoneburner.

Pauletta is survived by sons: Aaron (Melissa Austin) Stoneburner of Marion and Shawn Tyruss Stoneburner of Newark, 7 grandchildren,...

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Tammy S Hall

Tammy S Hall

Apr 15, 2025

Tammy S Hall, age 65 of Marion, OH passed away April 15, 2025, at her home. She was born November 23, 1959, to the late John L and Joyce Ann (Bright) Welch in Marion. Tammy was married to the late Frank Hall.

Tammy is survived by daughter Doris "Deedee" Scales of Marion, daughter Lora (Kris) Workman of Marion, daughter Rebecca Raynor...

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Paxton J Hale

Paxton J Hale

Apr 14, 2025

Paxton J Hale, age 2 of Morral, OH passed away April 14, 2025, at Nationwide Children's Hospital. He was born March 14, 2023, to Chase Hale and Logan Gamble in Marion, OH.

Paxton is survived by his parents, paternal grandparents George (Virginia) Hale of Morral, OH , paternal great-grandmother Crystal Hale of KY, paternal great-grandmother Dusty (John) Peterson of Marion, OH,...

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Seleta A Austin

Seleta A Austin

Apr 11, 2025

Seleta Anne Austin, age 81 of Marion, OH passed peacefully with family by her side on April 11, 2025, at her home. She was born October 8, 1943, to the late Charles A and Lenora M (Scott) Belknap in Seattle, WA. Seleta married Harold V Austin on September 10, 1966, who still survives in Marion. 

Seleta is also survived by daughter...

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Joyce Baumgartner

Joyce Baumgartner

Apr 9, 2025

Joyce A. Baumgartner, age 87, peacefully went to be with the Lord on April 9, 2025, after a battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Joyce was born to the late Ralph and Mildred Snyder on April 29, 1937, in Marion, Ohio. In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her son, Kent E. Baumgartner.

Joyce is survived by her husband...

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