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Bonnie Lee Bowen

Bonnie Lee Bowen

May 6, 2026

Bonnie L. Bowen, 78 of Marion passed away on Wednesday May 6, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. Bonnie was born on December 22, 1947, in Urbana, OH to the late Leroy Charles and Cornnez (Peronne) Maxam. She was first married to Larry R. Ward on July 22, 1965, and he preceded her in death on January 11, 2015. Her second...

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Larry John Starcher

Larry John Starcher

May 3, 2026

Larry John Starcher, age 73, passed away at Marion General Hospital May 3rd, 2026. Larry was born to the late Henry Harmon and Mary Linda (Beck) Starcher on January 10, 1953, in Marion, Ohio. Larry is preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Harmon “Eddie” Starcher, Homer Starcher, and Bob Starcher; sisters: Roxy Taylor and Marguerite Richard; and his beloved...

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Jeffrey G Johnston

Jeffrey G Johnston

May 3, 2026

Jeffrey Grant Johnston, affectionately known as “Mouse,” age 70, of Marion, Ohio, passed May 3, 2026,  surrounded by a lifetime of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Jeff was born and raised in Marion, Ohio, a place he proudly called home throughout his life. He spent many years as a skilled welder at Marion Power Shovel before finishing his career as...

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Sherry Lynn Young

Sherry Lynn Young

May 1, 2026

Sherry “Shey” Lynn Young, age 53, passed away May 1, 2026, at Presidential Post Acute of Marion. Shey was born to the late Larry E. Clarkson Sr. and Patricia “Pat” (Staup) Clarkson February 20, 1973, in Galion, Ohio. Shey was preceded in death by her parents, half-brother, Mike Keckler; half-sister, Angela Clarkson.

Sherry is survived by children, Samantha (Cameron) Morrison and...

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Ray Howard McCandless

Ray Howard McCandless

May 1, 2026

Ray Howard McCandless, 75, passed away on May 1, 2026, at the OSUMC James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on June 7, 1950, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Harold Guy McCandless and Dorothy Elaine McCandless.

Ray grew up in Pennsylvania and later made his home in Florida for more than 20 years before moving to Ohio in...

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Edna Wilkin

Edna Wilkin

May 1, 2026

Edna Wilkin, 93, of Powell, Ohio, formerly of Tallmadge, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2026, at StoryPoint South Senior Living in Powell, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on February 4, 1933, in Catbalogan, Philippines, she was the youngest daughter of the late Henry and Ignacia (Billones) Kruse. On May 2, 1968, Edna married Robert E. Wilkin, Sr.,...

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Teri Lynn Corder

Teri Lynn Corder

Apr 30, 2026

Teri Lynn Corder, 46 of Marion passed away on Thursday April 30, 2026 at Presidential Post Acute in Marion, her death was unexpected. Teri Lynn was born September 19, 1979 in Marion to the late Tery E. Sharp and Sheila (Lockard) Sharp.

Teri is survived by Troy Jarvis of Marion whom she was engaged to, sisters Crystal (Richard) Rudd of Marion...

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Wanda Wheeler

Wanda Wheeler

Apr 25, 2026

Wanda Wheeler, age 91 of Marion, OH passed away April 25, 2026, at the Wyndmoor of Marion nursing home. She was born October 9, 1934, to the late Chaunce and Reba Radar in Detroit, MI. Wanda was married to the late Fred Wheeler.

Wanda is survived by daughters: Pam Mattix (Harry Wigal) Green Camp, OH, Debbie Lambert (Bill) Naples, FL, and...

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Charles M Yost

Charles M Yost

Apr 25, 2026

Charles M Yost, age 78 of Delaware, OH passed away April 25, 2026, at his home. He was born February 3, 1948, to the late Charles R and Lois (Knotts) Yost in Delaware. Charles was married to the late Pam Yost.

Charles is survived by daughter Lisa (Shaun) Zieg of Ashley, OH, sons: Jamie Yost of Radnor, OH, Eric Hayes of...

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William G Fink

William G Fink

Apr 24, 2026

William “Bill” Fink, age 67 passed away on 4/24/26 at Marion General Hospital. He was born to the late Glenn Fink and Tennie (Conley) Jolly. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Brian Fink.

He is survived by his wife Jackie Fink, son William Fink, brother Ken Fink and wife Linda, sister Linda (Missy) Fillinger and her husband Jerred,...

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Barbara L Adams

Barbara L Adams

Apr 23, 2026

Barbara L Adams, age 77 of Marion, OH passed away April 23, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. She was born February 24, 1949, to the late William G and Doris E (Boteler) Bock in Baltimore, MD. She was married for almost 50 years to the late William Adams.

Barbara is survived by daughter Michelle (Buffy Bay) Adams of Marion, three grandchildren,...

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Edward A Gaines

Edward A Gaines

Apr 23, 2026

Edward A Gaines was born March 8, 1945, at the family home place on Swauger Valley Road to the late Oliver and Dorothy (Newman) Gaines. 

Ed was a loving and wonderful father of his four children: Tina (Elvin) Collins of Wheelerburg, Pam (Glenn) Miller of Green Camp, Ed "Bub" (Tina) Gaines of Marion, and Peggy Daniel of Marion. The absolute joy...

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Margaret K Canterbury

Margaret K Canterbury

Apr 21, 2026

Margaret K Canterbury, age 72 of Marion, OH passed away April 21, 2026, at Marion Rehabilitation Nursing Home. She was born January 14, 1954, to the late Richard and Melba (Leeper) Snare in Marion. 

Margaret is survived by daughter Rebecca Canterbury of Marion, son Danny Canterbury of Marion, grandchildren: Donny Canterbury, Chevy Canterbury, and Madison Canterbury, eight great-grandchildren, and brother Greg...

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George T Myers

George T Myers

Apr 16, 2026

George T Myers, age 79 of Kenton, OH passed away April 16, 2026, at Hardin Memorial Hospital. He was born January 29, 1947, to the late Charles Myers and Helen (Baum) Gossard in Kenton. George celebrated fifty years of marriage to Shirley (Stinson) Myers who survives in Kenton.

George is also survived by daughter Rhonda Renee and her husband Robert Fadel...

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Douglas W Hunt

Douglas W Hunt

Apr 13, 2026

Douglas William Hunt, age 67 of Marion, OH passed away April 13, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. He was born April 8, 1959, to the late Herbert L and Annetta May (Robinson) Hunt in Marion. Douglas was married to Francesca Hunt who survives.

Douglas is also survived by brother Paul "Rocky" Hunt of Marion, sister Katherine Ellington of Marion, and nephews:...

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David M Clayton

David M Clayton

Apr 12, 2026

David M. Clayton, 43, beloved son, brother, and father, of Bucyrus, OH passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 12, 2026. David was born August 11, 1982, in Marion, OH, the son of Glenda "Rae" Clayton and the late John Clayton.

David worked at Whirlpool in Marion. He was a devoted father and loved his beautiful daughters. He was an avid Harley...

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Robert Burton McCleery

Robert Burton McCleery

Apr 11, 2026

Robert Burton McCleery of Delaware, Ohio died unexpectedly on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Presidential Post Acute Care in Marion after an extended illness. He was born October 17, 1950, in Warren, PA to the Rev. John B. McCleery and Erla Moore McCleery. One of seven siblings, the family moved frequently due to his father’s ministry, living in numerous towns...

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Jane Louise Roberts

Jane Louise Roberts

Apr 9, 2026

Jane Louise Roberts passed away April 9, 2026, after a brief illness. She was born in Marion, OH on November 15, 1955, to Louis and Betty Roberts.

Jane was a 1975 graduate of North Union High School and earned an Associate's degree from Marion Technical College. She worked many years for Abbott & Co. as well as Marion Area Counseling before...

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Jack Lee Stidam

Jack Lee Stidam

Apr 8, 2026

Jack Lee Stidam went to be with his Lord and Savior the morning of April 8, 2026, at 79 years old. Born on earth to Margaret Bright August 13, 1946, in Milford Center, OH.

Jack married the love of his life Lana Hunt Stidam June of 1979, and resided in Marion where they raised two boys: Scott and Chad Malone. He...

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William F Williams

William F Williams

Apr 8, 2026

William F Williams, age 88 of Marion, OH passed away April 8, 2026, at Marion Valley Post Acute Nursing Home. He was born March 9, 1938, to the late Dwight M and Helen E (Couter) Williams in Cardington, OH. William was married to Linda (West) Williams, but later divorced.

William is survived by his ex-wife of Sunbury, OH, children: Brian (Robin)...

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