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Harold W Betts Jr.

Harold W Betts Jr.

Jul 12, 2024

Harold W. Betts Jr., age 68, passed away at Union City Care in Union City, Ohio July 12, 2024. Harold was born to the late Harold Betts Sr. and Dessie (Daines) Betts July 19, 1955, in Marion Ohio. Harold is preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Mildred Betts, Harlos “Mick” Betts, Roseanne Bayles, and Delores Hornbeck; niece, Rosemary.

Harold is...

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Zachary K LaDoucer

Zachary K LaDoucer

Jul 5, 2024

Zachary K. LaDoucer, 36, of Marion passed away on Friday July 5, 2024, at Marion General Hospital following a four- month battle with cancer and heart failure. Zach was born February 26, 1988, in Marion and is survived by his mother Angela (LaDoucer) Healea, stepfather Michael Healea, and father Robert Persinger Sr., all of Marion. In addition to his parents,...

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James Mason

James Mason

Jul 4, 2024

James Michael Mason Jr., a cherished father, brother, and friend, passed away on July 4th, 2024, after a two-year battle with cancer. Born on August 11, 1962, in Marion, Ohio, to Ruby Lee and James Michael Mason Sr., James spent his entire life in the community he loved. James attended Harding High School and later built a distinguished career at...

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Paul E McKenzie

Paul E McKenzie

Jul 3, 2024

Paul E. McKenzie Jr., 42 of Marion passed away on Wednesday July 3, 2024 in Marion. Paul was born November 25, 1981 in Marion to the late Paul E. McKenzie and Connie (McClanahan) Markus of Marion. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by step mother Penny McKenzie.

Paul is survived by his only daughter Nevaeh McKenzie; mother...

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Sue Eileen Thompson

Sue Eileen Thompson

Jul 2, 2024

Sue Thompson June 30, 1947 - July 2, 2024,Born in Newark, Ohio as Sue Earleen Seaton. She was adopted at five years old by Beatrice and Larry Hanna. And at that time was renamed Sue Eileen Hanna. She lived a life giving, and receiving love, laughter, and as many hugs as she could.Married for a short time to, now friend,...

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Kimberly S Cooperider

Kimberly S Cooperider

Jun 27, 2024

Kimberly S Cooperider, age 44 of Marion, OH passed away June 27, 2024, at her home. She was born May 31, 1980, to the late Richard Cooperider and Ruth (Richeimer) Cooperider in Columbus.

Kimberly is survived by her husband Kenneth Leigmgruber, sons: Jonathon Cooperider, Will Cannon, and Noah Cannon. She was preceded in death by her parents, 1 brother, and 1...

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Brenda L Barnette

Brenda L Barnette

Jun 26, 2024

Brenda L (Barnette) Oiler, age 66 of Marion, OH passed away June 26, 2024, at Marion General Hospital. She was born March 22, 1958, to the late Ralph Oiler and Betty (Morrison) Oiler in Marion.

Brenda is survived by daughter Brenda Howard, son Ray Howard, grandchildren: Mariah Howard, Bianka Duchek, Tomas Duchek, and Dustin Millisor, great-grandchildren: Aubri Plummer and Oaklynn Plummer,...

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Tamara Stewart

Tamara Stewart

Jun 24, 2024

Tamara Stewart, a beloved homemaker, passed away on June 24. 2024, in Marion. She was born on February 28, 1965, in Columbus, OH. Tamara was known for the joy she found in playing card games, traveling with her close friend Karen, indulging in shopping and dining out, and watching movies. Her role as a nurturing mother to her children was...

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Christine Armstrong

Christine Armstrong

Jun 24, 2024

Christine Armstrong, age 69 of Marion, OH passed away June 24, 2024, at Marion General Hospital. She was born December 21, 1954, to the late Brady “Pete” Allen Meadows and Viola Louise (Pine) Meadows in Marion.

Christine is survived by son Dan Finley of Marion, second husband Rolly Armstrong, niece Amber Mayse, nephew James “Jimmie” Allen Meadows (including their children and...

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John W Glass

John W Glass

Jun 22, 2024

Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of John William Glass on Saturday June 22, 2024, in his 68th year.

John was born March 4, 1956, the first son to Jack and Francis (Sansotta) Glass. He graduated from Marion Harding High School, class of 1974, and attended Kalamazoo College. He was a self- employed contractor.

He is survived by his mother,...

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Carolyn Howland

Carolyn Howland

Jun 21, 2024

Carolyn Howland, age 78 of Marion, OH passed away June 21, 2024, at Harding Pointe Nursing Home in Marion. She was born January 23, 1946, in Bellevue, OH.

Carolyn is survived by sons: Joseph Maksl of IN and Donald Martin, grandchildren: Tyler Maksl, Derek Berry, and Jodi Maksl, 2 brothers, 1 sister, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded...

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Sandra McFann

Sandra McFann

Jun 20, 2024

Sandra McFann, born in Marion on June 24, 1937, passed away peacefully in Marion on June 20, 2024. She was an exceptional and beloved wife, mother, grandmother. Sandra was preceded in death by her loving husband Marvin L. McFann on August 16, 2018. Sandra is survived by her children Jeff McFann of Marion, Kim (Marty) Comstock of Caledonia, Vicky McFann...

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Alin D Stoica

Alin D Stoica

Jun 19, 2024

Alin D. Stoica, age 15 of Marion, died at Columbus Children’s Hospital on Wednesday June 19, 2024. He was born on December 22, 2008 in Columbus to Robert Stoica and Michelle (Daniel) Bayles of Marion. Alin is survived by siblings Ashley Mount, Marion, Alex Stoica, Lancaster, and Caitlyn Stoica,Lancaster, Isabelle Stoica, Delaware, Michael Stoica, Delaware, and Robbie Stoica, Delaware. Also...

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Sonya R McManis

Sonya R McManis

Jun 18, 2024

Sonya R (Wright) McManis, age 50 of Marion, OH passed away June 18, 2024, at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born January 29, 1974, to the late Herbert Hill and Mildred Hill in Gallipolis. Sonya was married to Charles McManis who survives in Marion.

Sonya is survived by her husband and a sister Angela Bryant. She was preceded in death by...

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Lois Ann Bonnette

Lois Ann Bonnette

Jun 16, 2024

Lois Ann Bonnette, age 87 of Marion, OH passed away June 16, 2024, at the Wyndmoor of Marion. She was born April 19, 1937, to the late Kermit Lyle Lockhart and Neva Anita Mather Lockhart in Delaware.

Lois is survived by daughters: Mary (Jerry) Donahue of Caledonia and Megan (Rob Deming) Bonnette of Pinnelas Park, 4 grandchildren, 1 brother, and 1...

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Richard M Austin

Richard M Austin

Jun 16, 2024

Richard M Austin, age 84 of Marion passed away June 16, 2024, on Father’s Day, 1 week short of his birthday. He was born June 23, 1939, to the late Betty (Elmer) Griffith Post in Marion. Richard was married to the late Evelyn “Marlene” Austin.

Richard is survived by children: Richard Sobers, Todd (Julie) Austin, Mya (Guy Campo) Austin, Shad (Stephanie)...

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Lanny Montgomery

Lanny Montgomery

Jun 16, 2024

Lanny Montgomery, age 70 of Marion, OH passed away June 16, 2024, at Marion General Hospital. He was born August 31, 1953, to the late Milton Montgomery and Jewel LeMaster in Marion.

Lanny is survived by cousins: Juanita Corbin, Julie Howard, and Gene Tackett, and multiple family members who loved him. He was preceded n death by his parents and brother...

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Marvin Lee Adams

Marvin Lee Adams

Jun 15, 2024

Marvin Lee Adams, 84, passed away on June 15th, 2024, in Elida, OH.

Marv was born in Mt Vernon, Indiana on December 23rd, 1939.

Marv graduated Mt Vernon Senior High School and attended the United States Air Force Academy.

Marv moved to Perrysburg, Ohio in 1967 where he was a State Farm and Independent Insurance Agent.

Marv was a ranking member of United States...

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Bill A Crawford

Bill A Crawford

Jun 13, 2024

Bill A Crawford, age 54 of Marion, OH passed away June 13, 2024, at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born September 24, 1969, to the late William L Crawford and Nora (Corbin) Daniel in Portsmouth, OH.

Bill is survived by son Bill (Katherine) Crawford II of Marion, daughter Emily Crawford of Marion, stepdaughter Amanda Sisson of Marion, stepson Jacob Sisson of...

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Betty Marie Slemmons

Betty Marie Slemmons

Jun 9, 2024

Prospect- Betty M. Slemmons of Prospect, OH died June 9, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.

Betty was born March 19, 1934, in Marion, Ohio to Howard and Emma Christman. She was a graduate of Harding High School in 1952 and upon graduation became employed at the Marion Power shovel until 1961. During that time, she met Raymond “Gene” Slemmons. They married on...

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