Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Richard William Oliver

Richard William Oliver

Jan 2, 2026

Richard “Rick” William Oliver, 62, passed away January 2, 2026. Rick was born to Charles Oliver Jr. and Marilyn Joann (Wright) Shifflett August 16th, 1963, in Marion, Ohio. Rick is preceded in death by his mother.

Rick is survived by his father, Charles (Cheryl) Oliver Jr., step father Kenneth Shifflett, children, Douglas (Rebekah) Oliver, Matthew Oliver, and Adam (Nickie) Oliver; siblings,...

Jeffrey V Throckmorton

Jeffrey V Throckmorton

Jan 1, 2026

Jeffrey V. Throckmorton, age 68, passed away December 28, 2025, at Marion General Hospital. He was born to the late Frederick N. and Zelma (Heller) Throckmorton June 28, 1957, in Marion, Ohio. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Mark Throckmorton, Wayne Throckmorton, Ruth Andrews, and Pam Hedges.

Jeff is survived by his son, Nick Throckmorton; sister, Rea...

Lucille Geraldine Holmes

Lucille Geraldine Holmes

Dec 30, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved family matriarch, whose enduring love and spirit enriched the lives of so many. She leaves behind a profound legacy of devotion and cherished memories.

Lucille Geraldine Holmes, age 87 of Marion, OH passed away December 30, 2025, at the Meadows of Marion Nursing Home. She was born...

Angela R Stockdale

Angela R Stockdale

Dec 28, 2025

Angela Rochelle Stockdale, age 44 of Mt. Gilead, OH passed away December 28, 2025, at her home. She was born January 21, 1981, to Joseph and Brenda Belcher in Mansfield, OH. Angela was married to Shane Stockdale.

Angela is survived by her parents, her husband, step father: Greg Lenhart, daughter Navaeh Stockdale, sons: Chase Stockdale and Gage Presley, brothers: Joe Belcher...

Marcus Kindle

Marcus Kindle

Dec 20, 2025

Marcus Kindle, age 64 of Marion, OH passed away December 20, 2025, in Marion. He was born March 31, 1961, to the late John and Teresa Kindle in Ohio.

Marcus is survived by niece Samantha Ropp. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Tina Virden.

Affordable Cremation Services of Ohio is assisting the family with arrangements.

Denise Gurley

Denise Gurley

Dec 18, 2025

Denise Gurley, age 64 of Marion, OH passed away December 18, 2025, at Marion Pointe Nursing Home. She was born July 28, 1961, to the late Carroll Mannasmith and Barbara K (Brown) Richardson in Marion. 

Denise is survived by son David Richardson, daughter Amanda Gurley, and brother Brad Richardson. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Denise graduated from Marion Christian...

Wendy L Wynegar

Wendy L Wynegar

Dec 18, 2025

Wendy L Wynegar, age 50 of Kenton, OH passed away Thursday December 18, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born November 25, 1975, to Karen and the late Dave Wynegar.

Wendy is survived by daughter Tayla Cline of Idaho, son Tim Cline of Kenton, sisters: Jamie (Dennis Jacques) Wynegar of Kenton and Becky (Thad) Bailey of Kenton, nephews: Aarin Tillman...

Michael C Walston

Michael C Walston

Dec 9, 2025

Michael C Walston, age 32 of Marion, OH passed away December 9, 2025, at his home. He was born November 13, 1993, to Michael S and Tammy (Gaines) Walston in Marion.

Michael is survived by his parents and sister Sierra (Mark) Swartz of Marion, nephews: Kael and Jace, and nieces: Kyli and Isla.

Michael was a 2011 graduate from Rushmore Academy then...

Daniel W Crabtree

Daniel W Crabtree

Dec 5, 2025

Daniel Wade Crabtree, age 73, of Marion, Ohio, passed away on December 4, 2025, after courageously battling cancer for 13 years. He was born on October 8, 1952, in Marion, Ohio, to Gilbert Crabtree and Marcella Helen Keller.

A 1971 graduate of Marion Harding High School, Dan went on to build a long and respected career as a Journeyman Ironworker with...

James L Walker

James L Walker

Dec 5, 2025

James L Walker, age 64 of Marion, OH passed away December 5, 2025, at Marion General Hospital. He was born May 22, 1961, to the late Robert and Elizabeth (Tucker) Walker in Columbus, OH. James was married to Susan (Chandler) Walker, who survives in Ostrander.

James is survived by his wife, daughters: Whitney (Justin) Wright of Delaware County and Amanda (Matthew)...

Glenn M Daugherty

Glenn M Daugherty

Dec 3, 2025

Glenn M Daugherty, age 60 of Marion, OH passed away December 3, 2025, at Presidential Post Acute. He was born May 12, 1965, to the late Glenn M Sr. and Mary E (Staup) Daugherty in Marion. 

Glenn is survived by nieces and nephews: Mikey Nichols, Cory Nichols, and Sarah Reebel, brother Clifford Daugherty of Marion, and sister Pat (Mike Sr.) Nichols...

Stephen Roger Risch

Stephen Roger Risch

Dec 1, 2025

Stephen Roger Risch

May 24, 1947-Dec. 1, 2025

On December 1, 2025, while being compassionately cared for, beside his loving ex-wife, Valerie (Hunsicker) Steinman, Steve, age 78, passed away peacefully after an extended illness. As a drag racing enthusiast he would say, “He just plain ran out of gas!”

The oldest of four children, born to the late Delmar and Lucille (Rasey) Risch...

Verna M Lute

Verna M Lute

Nov 29, 2025

Verna M Lute, age 60 of Howard, OH passed away November 29, 2025, at OSU Wexner Medical Center. She was born October 30, 1965, to the late Dale and Daisy (Chesser) Canter in Nelsonville, OH. Verna married Michael W Lute August 3, 2012.

Verna is survived by her husband, children: Dustin (Sunshine) Canter, Mary Elizabeth Canter, Chelsie (Jerry) McDaniel, and Madison (Eric...

Ginny Kaye Mayo

Ginny Kaye Mayo

Nov 28, 2025

Ginny Kaye Mayo (Cook, Reed), 62, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025. She was born on March 26, 1963, in Wilmington, Ohio. Ginny was a loving mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend whose kindness, creativity, and gentle spirit touched everyone who knew her.

Ginny is survived by her devoted husband, Joel E. Mayo; her beloved children,...

Elizabeth A Spires

Elizabeth A Spires

Nov 27, 2025

Elizabeth Ann Spires, 85 of Marion passed away on Thursday November 27, 2025 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus following a one-week illness. Elizabeth was born April 4, 1940 in Stanton, Island, New York to the late Francis and Anna (Burke) Conaty. She was also preceded in death by husband William Richard Erwin, granddaughter Corrina Beatty, and one great grandchild True...

John C Greenawalt

John C Greenawalt

Nov 25, 2025

John “Craig” Greenawalt Sr. was born April 4th, 1949, and was called home November 25, 2025, @ 5:50 AM at Marion General Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 76 years old.

“Craig” was born unto Donald Edward Sr. & Ellen Elizabeth (Toombs) Greenawalt. He was one of five children. Grandparents were Charles Clarence Greenawalt & Edna May (Willmeth)...

Russell Leroy Craig

Russell Leroy Craig

Nov 21, 2025

Dr. Russell L. Craig, Professor Emeritus, of Ashland, OH, passed away on November 21st after a brief illness. He was 81. Russell was born on November 15, 1944 in Sturgis, SD to Orin and Edythe Craig. He attended Lead High School and graduated in 1963. He served in the Air Force 1963-1964 and was stationed in Alaska. He married Elaine Hamilton...

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...

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,...

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...