Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Raymond E Slemmons

Raymond E Slemmons

Sep 1, 2023

PROSPECT- Raymond E, “Gene” Slemmons, 90 of Prospect, died Friday September 1, 2023 in Delaware, at the Ohio Living Sarah Moore Center from complications of a stroke. Gene was born on March 31, 1933 in Richwood, Ohio to the late Pearl and Ray Slemmons. He graduated from Richwood High School in 1951, and during that time he worked alongside his...

David C Danner

David C Danner

Aug 31, 2023

David C. Danner, age 64, passed away at Marion General Hospital August 31, 2023. David was born to the late Robert and Mary (Withrow) Danner August 26, 1959, in Marion Ohio. David is preceded in death by parents, and Michael Danner. David is survived by daughter, Sydney Carey; brothers, John Danner and Richard (Barb) Danner; sisters, Jerry Sedgwick and Patricia...

Wanda E Sharrock

Wanda E Sharrock

Aug 28, 2023

Wanda E Sharrock, age 78 of Marion, OH passed away August 28, 2023, at Marion General Hospital. She was born April 16, 1945, to the late Dorsey Sorrell and Tillie Sorrell in Morrow County, OH. She was married to the late Steve Sharrock. Wanda is survived by daughter Jennifer Sharrock of Caledonia, OH, sons: Steve Sharrock Jr. of Marion, OH...

Vincent E Reed

Vincent E Reed

Aug 27, 2023

Vinny Reed age 54 of Marion, OH passed away at his residence surrounded by his beloved family on Sunday August 27, 2023. He was born on April 2, 1969 in Marion, OH to Bullet Bob and Carol (Pearson) Reed. Vinny married his bride of 27 years and love of his life Kristin (Wilson) Reed on February 9, 1996 in Las...

Mitchell Moore

Mitchell Moore

Aug 25, 2023

Mitchell Moore, age 59 of Caledonia, OH passed away August 25, 2023, at his home. He was born September 10, 1963, to the late Billy E Moore and Mildred Myers Moore in Baltimore, OH. Mitchell is survived by son Benjamin Moore, his girlfriend and other half Emily May, grandchildren: Elijah Moore and Ethan Moore, brothers: Bill Moore and Steven Moore,...

Donald E Geyer

Donald E Geyer

Aug 22, 2023

Donald “Donny” E Geyer, age 59 of Marion, OH passed away August 22, 2023, at Select Victorian Specialty Hospital in Columbus, OH following medical complications due to an illness. He was born June 26, 1964, to the late John R Geyer and Isabelle “Betty” M Roloson in Marion, OH. Donny shared his life with the late Tina Donnelly. Donny is...

Geraldine I Johnson

Geraldine I Johnson

Aug 20, 2023

Geraldine I. Johnson age 91 of Marion, passed away surrounded by her family on Sunday Aug. 20, 2023. She was born on Dec. 23, 1932 in Ashland, OH to Jessie A. Perkins and Della (Dague) Perkins. Geraldine married Ira D. Johnson and he preceded her in death. Surviving are three sons: Mark Johnson of Marion, Douglas (Judy) Johnson of Wichita,...

William R Smith

William R Smith

Aug 19, 2023

William “Billy” R Smith, age 65 of Nevada, OH passed away August 19, 2023, at Wyandot Memorial Hospital. He was born July 1, 1958, to the late Billy Ray Smith and Ellen Ion Lohr in Marion, OH. Billy is survived by son Billy Smith, grandchildren: Gabrielle and Brice, sisters: Debbie Fosnaugh and Vicki Grady, and brother Michael Smith. He was...

Kenneth Eugene Mast

Kenneth Eugene Mast

Aug 17, 2023

Kenneth Eugene Mast, age 92 of Galion, OH passed away August 17, 2023, at home. He was born July 22, 1931, to the late Raymond Mast and Sarah Bush Mast in Lancaster, OH. Ken was married to Ruth Ann Higgins for 61 years. Ken is survived by his wife, children: Lauren (Steve) Mason of CA, Monte (Karen) Mast of TX,...

Lauretta Pearl Kearns

Lauretta Pearl Kearns

Aug 12, 2023

Lauretta Pearl (McKee) Kearns, 74 years old, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 12, 2023. She was born October 25, 1948 to the late Mary Josephine (Johnson) and William L McKee. Lauretta was preceded in death by her parents and sister Linda Kay McKee. She is survived by her two sisters, Dottie McGinty of Marion and...

Loralyn I Dyer

Loralyn I Dyer

Aug 6, 2023

Loralyn I Dyer, age 63 of Marengo, OH passed away August 6, 2023, at her home. She was born May 19, 1960, to the late Harold Reeves and Clara Walmack in Ashland, OH. Loralyn is survived by daughter Nicole (Fred) Clark of Fredericktown, OH, stepdaughter Teresa Spangler of Centerburg, OH, former significant other Ron Cain of Mt. Gilead, OH, 5...

David Andrew Short

David Andrew Short

Aug 4, 2023

David Andrew Short, age 45 of Marion, OH passed away August 4, 2023, at Marion General Hospital. He was born December 21, 1977, to the late Robert Lee Short and Patricia Ann Emerson in Bucyrus, OH. David is survived by sons: Anthony Short and Clayton Short, daughters: Mollie Short, Lillie Short, and Caylie Short, siblings: Chuck Short and James Meadows,...

Anthony Dean Hall

Anthony Dean Hall

Aug 4, 2023

Anthony Dean Hall, age 39 of Marion, OH passed away August 4, 2023, at home. He was born June 16, 1984, to Angela Smith in Marion. Tony had a stepfather, Jeffery Hall, who helped raise him, as well as his true love and significant other, Jessi Piro. Tony is survived by his parents, his love Jessi Piro, 2 uncles: Rick...

Janice D Steinberger

Janice D Steinberger

Aug 4, 2023

Janice "Jan" Steinberger, (parent) passed away peacefully on August 4, 2023 in her home at the age of 76 in Marion, Ohio. She was born on November 12, 1946, in Sandusky, Ohio. Jan, known for her spunky personality, will be deeply missed by her loved ones. Jan is survived by her son, Todd Steinberger, and her grandchildren, Stefani (Brian) Higgins,...

William Somerlot

William Somerlot

Aug 3, 2023

William Somerlot, age 67 of Mt. Gilead, OH passed away August 3, 2023, at home. He was born December 1, 1955, to the late Alvin C Somerlot and Mildred Y Davis in Marion, OH. William is survived by sons: William Somerlot and Jason Somerlot,, stepchildren: Laney, Becky, Riley, and Koda, grandchild Alayna Somerlot, siblings: Allen (Brenda) Somerlot of Georgia, Keith...

Evelyn Marlene Austin

Evelyn Marlene Austin

Jul 29, 2023

Marlene Evelyn Austin, a devoted and loving mother, wife, grandmother, and great- grandmother, peacefully departed this earthly realm on July 29, 2023, at the age of 84, in Marion, Ohio, USA. She was born on August 5, 1938, in the town of Galion, Ohio, USA. She leaves behind her beloved husband, Richard Austin, with whom she shared cherished memories. Marlene's...

Pamela Jean Clark

Pamela Jean Clark

Jul 24, 2023

Pamela Jean Clark, age 62, went to be with the Lord July 24, 2023 with her daughter by her side. Pamela was born to Arthur Simpkins “Bud” and Mary (Rice) Bogan June 12, 1961 in Marion Ohio. Pamela is preceded in death by father, Arthur Simpkins; brother, John Simpkins; step-mother, Yvonne Simpkins; and sister-in-law, Elanna Simpkins; and one infant child....

Jeanette Grace Castle

Jeanette Grace Castle

Jul 24, 2023

Jeanette Grace Castle, age 81 passed away peacefully July 24, 2023, at Marion General Hospital. She was born to Dale Raymond Inbody and Helen Naomi (Paxton) Inbody Miller July 7, 1942, in Findlay, Ohio. Jeanette was preceded in death by her parents and husband Thomas Castle Sr., grandsons: Kyle Wade Altman and Jonathon Siquoyah Castle, and son-in-law Edward Primmer. Jeanette...

Josephine Lopez Rosas

Josephine Lopez Rosas

Jul 22, 2023

Josephine Lopez Rosas, age 85, passed away peacefully at Altercare of Bucyrus surrounded by family July 22, 2023. Josephine was born to Joe and Teresa (Lopez) Vasquez March 7, 1938 in San Antonio Texas. Josephine is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Theodore Rosas; son, Agustine Zertuche; grandson, TJ Garcia; brother, Ynez Aguilar and sister, Celia; son-in-law Dale Cranston....

Charlene Thompson

Charlene Thompson

Jul 13, 2023

Charlene Thompson, age 64, passed away at home surrounded by family July 13, 2023. Charlene was born to the late Clarence William Thompson and Dexie Mayse (Lewis) Thompson June 13, 1959 in Marion Ohio. Charlene is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Alice Sparling; brothers, Michael Thompson and Clarence “Eugene” Thompson. Charlene is survived by husband Dennis Thompson;...