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Pamela Jean Valentine

Pamela Jean Valentine

Nov 18, 2025

Pamela Jean Valentine, age 75, passed away peacefully at Presidential Post Acute Marion, OH on November 18th, 2025. Pam was born on February 1st, 1950, in Delaware, OH. She was the daughter of Charles and Doris (Wood) Middleton whom preceded her in death. 

Pam graduated from Delaware Hayes High School in 1968. She married George Valentine on May 10th, 1978, in...

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Mary Elizabeth Pheasant

Mary Elizabeth Pheasant

Nov 18, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Pheasant, age 63, passed away surrounded by family November 18, 2025. Mary was born to Irvin Combs and Mary (Huffine) Combs May 4th, 1962, in Delaware, Ohio. Mary was preceded in death by her father Irvin Combs and brother Isaac John Combs.

Mary is survived by her mother Mary Combs; children, Matt (Amy) Combs, Rebecca (Buddy) Phillips, Roxanne Pheasant,...

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Kimberly Anne Gordon

Kimberly Anne Gordon

Nov 17, 2025

Kimberly “Kim” Anne Gordon, age 62, passed away unexpectedly November 17, 2025. Kim was born to the late Richard and Shirley “Lawhon” Gordon June 15, 1963 in Delaware Ohio. Kim was preceded in death by her parents and great-grandson, Russell Black.

Kim is survived by daughters, Sue Anne (Brad) Kelly, Kasey Black, and Ashlee (Cody) Hamilton; brothers, Rocky (Pam) and Terry...

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Della Carolyn Gibson

Della Carolyn Gibson

Nov 16, 2025

Della Carolyn Gibson, 66 of Marion passed away on Sunday November 16, 2025 at home. Della was born October 2, 1959 in Guam to the late Harry and Margaret (Vanbuskirk) Willis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter Melissa Lust and brother Stanley Willis.

Della is survived by her former husband and longtime companion Danny Lust...

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John Arthur Erwin

John Arthur Erwin

Nov 15, 2025

John A. Erwin Sr., age 69, passed away at home on November 15, 2025. John was born on August 20, 1956, in Marion, Ohio to the late William and Grace “Shuler” Erwin. John was preceded in death by his parents, the mother of his children and lifelong friend Debra S. Erwin, brothers, Ed Erwin, Jim Erwin, Dick Erwin, and Ted...

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Princess L. Owings

Princess L. Owings

Nov 15, 2025

Princess L. Owings, 88 of Marion passed away on Saturday November 15, 2025 at Marion General Hospital. Princess was born June 6, 1937 in Prospect, Ohio to the late Hubert and Mildred (Long) Biggerstaff. She was married December 23, 1956 to Kenneth “Pete” Owings Jr. who survives. She is also survived by children Douglas (Julie) Owings of Delaware, OH, Sherman...

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Leila Marie Cook

Leila Marie Cook

Nov 15, 2025

Leila Marie Cook, 81, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025, surrounded by her family and friends. Born on August 20, 1944, in Marion, Ohio, to Chester and Jewel Taylor, Leila grew up as one of seven children.

Leila enjoyed shopping, gardening, cooking, and most of all, spending time with family and friends. She adored her family....

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Timothy Morgan

Timothy Morgan

Nov 15, 2025

Timothy Morgan, 56 of Marion passed away unexpectedly on Saturday November 15, 2025, at home. Tim was born February 11, 1969, in Marion to the late Robert and Mary (Smith) Morgan. He was married in 1990 to Donna (Titlow) Morgan who survives. In addition to Donna, Tim is survived by children Brandon Morgan and Kayleigh (Tyler Burris) Morgan, both of...

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Charmion Ichelle Faggs

Charmion Ichelle Faggs

Nov 15, 2025

Charmion Ichelle Faggs, 61 of Marion passed away on Saturday November 15, 2025, at Marion Rehabilitation. Charmion was born April 17, 1964, in Marion to the late Clinton Faggs Sr. and Norma Jean (Cosey) Faggs-Fout. She was also preceded in death by grandmother Louise Rogers; brother Clinton Faggs Jr. And Nephew J'veaune Braddy FaggsCharmion is survived by sons Ceasare (Mindy)...

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David Forrest Gallant

David Forrest Gallant

Nov 14, 2025

David F. Gallant, 60, of Marion passed away on Friday November 14, 2025, at Presidential Post Acute in Marion with his daughter by his side, following a lengthy illness. David was born May 25, 1965, in Charleston, West Virginia to the late David Gallant and Karyl (Campbell) Akers who survives in Richwood, Ohio. In addition to his father, David was...

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Bobbie Jo Pennington

Bobbie Jo Pennington

Nov 14, 2025

Bobbie Jo Pennington, 49 of Marion, Ohio passed away on Friday November 14, 2025, at Ohio State University Hospital in Columbus. Bobbie was born on January 16, 1976 in Marion, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her father Robert Pennington and one sister Amber Pearse.

Bobbie is survived by sons Braxton (Gabrielle) Bunker of Arlington, OH and Dalton (Brianna) Bunker...

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Ronald W Boles

Ronald W Boles

Nov 12, 2025

Ronald W. Boles, 85 of Lakeview, Ohio passed away on Wednesday November 12, 2025, at Lima Memorial Hospital following a lengthy illness. Ronald was born on March 25, 1940, in Marion, Ohio to the late Carl and Mabel (McCarly) Boles. He was married July 30, 1961, to Gloria (Prettyman) Boles who survives. In addition to his wife, Ronald is survived...

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Kathy Sue Williams

Kathy Sue Williams

Nov 11, 2025

Kathy Sue Williams, 67 of Marion passed away on Tuesday November 11, 2025, at home, her death was unexpected. Kathy was born May 15, 1958, in Marion to the late Wayne and Jean (Bailey) Carroll. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband Larry “Pick” Williams in 2016, brother Darrell Carroll, and two sisters Shelby Clark...

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Faye Ruth Murphy

Faye Ruth Murphy

Nov 9, 2025

Faye Ruth Murphy, age 88, went to be with the Lord November 9, 2025. She was born to the late Wesley E. and Lucy K. (Callahan) Pruett June 27, 1937, in Richmond, Virginia. Faye is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lyle Jerome Murphy; and brother, Gary Akers. Faye is survived by children: Greg (Patricia) Murphy, Robin (Mark)...

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Arnold "Art" Ray Triplett

Arnold "Art" Ray Triplett

Nov 9, 2025

Arnold Ray Triplett “Art”, age 76, went to be with the Lord November 9, 2025. Art was born to the late Arnold and Betty (Castle) Triplett July 4, 1949 in Lackey Kentucky. Art was preceded in death by his parents.

Art is survived by son Shane Triplett; long-time partner, Teresa (Harrison) Triplett; sister, Ina Hughes; grandchildren, Crystal, Coral, and Kendra; great-grandchildren,...

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Shane Everett White

Shane Everett White

Nov 7, 2025

Shane Everett White, age 52, passed away unexpectedly November 7, 2025. Shane married Carla Jo “Meade” White July 4, 2018, and was born May 14, 1973, in Marion, Ohio. Shane is survived by his wife Carla White; father, Richard White; brothers: Andy White and Chad White; sister, Amy Music; his 5 children and 6 step children, Allison, Kaydee, Lisa, Nevaeh...

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Jane Ann Berry

Jane Ann Berry

Nov 6, 2025

Jane Ann Berry, age 67, passed away at home, November 6, 2025, surrounded by family. Jane was born to the late Bill and Dorothy Stambaugh October 24, 1958, in Marion, Ohio. Jane was preceded in death by her parents and brother Willy Stambaugh.

Jane is survived by children, Dennis Hardie Jr. and Amber (Jared) Good; grandchildren, Jordan Good, Brianna Good, Taylor...

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Russell K Gorrell

Russell K Gorrell

Nov 4, 2025

Russell K. Gorrell, age 86, passed away November 4, 2025, at Kingston of Marion. Russell was born to the late William Russell Gorrell and Genevieve Ruth (Seigfreid) Gorrell February 28, 1939, in Marion, Ohio. Russell is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Teresa Carpenter; sisters, Nancy Renchler, Mary Jane Blevins, and Peggy Postell; brother, Lester Gorrell

Russell is survived by...

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Fred M Farmer

Fred M Farmer

Nov 3, 2025

Fred Farmer, 78, of Marion, Ohio passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. Born on March 31, 1947, in Trammel, Virgina. Fred lived a life filled with meaningful connections and simple pleasures. He was employed for many years working for the state through ODOT before retirement.

He was the beloved husband of Wilma Farmer for 58 years and a devoted father...

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James A Vance

James A Vance

Oct 30, 2025

James A Vance, age 52 of Marion, OH passed away October 30, 2025, at his home. He was born February 23, 1973, to Linda (Deere) and the late James F Vance in Columbus, OH. 

James is survived by his mother Linda (Robert) Walke, sister Michele (Chuck Snyder) Vance of Richwood, niece Kylie (Ryan) Eckard of Morral, and nephew Hunter Spitzer of...

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