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OBITUARIES
Thomas “Tom” D. Martin
Thomas “Tom” D. Martin passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 31, 2026. He was 75. He was born on June 29, 1951 in Mansfield, Ohio to George and Doris (McClelland) Martin. After graduating from Madison High School in 1969, Tom went on to attend the University of Akron before enlisting in the United States Air…
Judith “Judy” Smith
Judith “Judy” Elaine Smith, 82, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at her residence. Judy was born on May 7, 1944, in Springfield, Ohio, to the late Homer and Mary (Cornelius) Garver. She graduated from Springfield South High School in 1962 and went on to enjoy a long career as a photo retoucher, dedicating…
Reed “Shorty” Lawhun Sr.
Reed “Shorty” Lawhun Sr. of Mansfield passed away at The Ohio State University/Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. He was 78 years old. He was born on May 29, 1948, in Greenup, Kentucky, the son of the late Florence (Madden) and Jeff Lawhun. Known as “Shorty” by his co-workers, he retired from General Motors after…
Katharina Morgenstern
Katharina Morgenstern, 90, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2026, in Moore, South Carolina, surrounded by her loving family. Katharina was born on April 14, 1936, in Pančevo, Yugoslavia, to the late Jakob and Katharina (Raff) Stutzmann. An exceptionally talented seamstress.
Kellie Anne Felton
In the very early morning hours of October 20th, 2026, our beloved daughter, sister, mother and wife, Kellie Anne Felton, ended her mortal journey here upon Earth and entered her Heavenly Father’s Kingdom, welcomed by her Savior, Jesus Christ, and family who have gone before her. She is finally at peace, and for that we…
Jacqueline “Jackie” Cline
Jacqueline “Jackie” Cline was a woman who knew how to work hard, care deeply, and get things done. A devoted wife, mother, nurse, and lifelong learner, she spent much of her life caring for others. She often went above and beyond what was asked of her. Her determination, quick wit, and generous heart made a…
Sarah “Buggs” Ann Kirk
Sarah “Buggs” Ann Kirk, affectionately known as “Buggs,” a cherished nickname given to her by her daddy, passed away peacefully at Avita Ontario on Monday, October 26, 2026. Sarah was born on December 31, 1940, in Ashland, Kentucky, to Frank and Bessie (Nolan) Bellomy. She moved to the area in 1953, where she made her…
Adriana Beeching
Adriana Jane (Fransens) Beeching, age 101 of Shelby, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 3, 1925, to Fred F. and Margaretha (Cok) Fransens in Plymouth, Ohio, she had been a resident of Shelby since 1963. Jane was a 1943 graduate of Plymouth High…
Dave Kunkle
The family of Dave Kunkle sadly announces his passing on February 16, 2026. He was 74. He directed that, if he passed away, we should allow some time before any memorial, which we’ve tried to honor by waiting until Autumn, his favorite season, to make this announcement. He was devoted to his family, loved family…
Sophie A. Stiteler
Sophie A. Stiteler, 99, of Mansfield passed away October 28, 2026 at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. Sophie was born March 7, 1927 in Youngstown to Charles and Mary Zebrak Rychlicki. She enjoyed baking and worked as a baker for many years at T & A Food Town. Other hobbies she enjoyed was gardening, knitting and crocheting.…
Thomas Ball
Thomas O. Ball, age 49 of Mansfield, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Grant Medical Center. He was born on May 5, 1977, in Columbus to David Ball and Victoria (Steuber) Vollmer, and on August 8, 2010, he married the love of his life, Penny (Boyce). Tom was an avid fisherman and…
Larry Leach
Larry Dale Leach, 69, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. He was born on November 2, 1956, in Wheeling, West Virginia, to the late Thomas P. Leach and Sarah “Mabel” (Lough) Spragg. Larry was a graduate of Cadiz High School and went on to earn associate degrees in Computer Science…
Alton Lenzie Grose, Sr.
Alton Lenzie Grose, Sr., age 55, of Mansfield, Ohio, was born on January 18, 1971, to his parents, Allen B. and Betty Jean (Pierce) Grose, Sr. He passed away at home on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Alton loved football. He not only played the game, but also coached and mentored many throughout his life, leaving…
Floria Thomas
Floria Annette Thomas, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Friend, Aunt, was born October 25th 1960 and passed away suddenly on October 23, 2026. She leaves behind her husband of 25 years, Jeffrey Thomas. Her Daughters, Jennifer (Sam) Skala, Billie Jo Hinds, Angel Hinds (Jr), Charlie Bettis, Tonya Edwards (Roy). Grandbabies, Samantha (Terry), Christopher…
Leo Joseph “Moe” and Beverly Ann “Bev” Hartings
Moe and Bev Hartings’ nearly 69 years of marriage were filled with devotion and dedication to one another, their family, their faith, and their community. They were a couple whose love and connection was respected and cherished. Although their earthly lives ended just 5 days apart, the fullness of their individual lives and the remarkable…
Lyle Raymond Lefever, III
“The louder the music, the better. And dessert first, so you always have room.” These “Lyleisms”, give us all a small glimpse into the one of a kind character who was Lyle. His life was meant to be enjoyed, preferably with the music turned up, and a little extra road left to explore. Lyle found…
Mary Kay Leedy
MANSFIELD: The earth laughs in flowers – and Mary Kay Leedy was its comedy writer! Blessed with more than a green thumb, Mary Kay had the Midas-touch with plants and flowers. In a world where flowers always make people better, happier and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine to the soul. Like the…
Donald L. Ogle
Donald L. Ogle, 87, of Ontario, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Donald was born in Mansfield, Ohio, on July 14, 1939, to Cora (Fox) and Clyde Ogle. Both preceded him in death. He lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to his loved ones,…
Herman “Louie” Gwin
Herman Lewis “Louie” Gwin passed away on October 17, 2026, at the age of 59. Born on June 9, 1967, Louie was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle who brought warmth and connection to those around him. An avid outdoorsman, Louie found great joy in the freedom of riding motorcycles, hunting, fishing, and…
Barbara Jean Maxwell
Barbara Jean Maxwell passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026. She was born on March 3, 1942, in Mount Vernon, Ohio, to Melvin and Dorothy Willis. Barbara found joy in the simple pleasures of life and treasured the time she spent with family and friends. She enjoyed attending exercise classes, participating in the Red Hat…
Dorothy Ann Sams-Taylor
Dorothy Ann Sams-Taylor, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and faithful servant of God, and friend to many, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. She was born on December 6, 1944, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Artie and Mamie (Bell) Sams. Dorothy was a woman of strong faith who loved the…
Michael L. Deane
Michael L. “Mike” Deane, of Butler, Ohio, was born on September 16, 1955 in West Point, New York to Gale and Laura Mae (Lint) Deane. Mike graduated from Loudonville High School in 1974 and, shortly after graduation, proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served his country until 1977, attaining the rank of…
Anne M. Dever
Anne M. Dever age 70, of Mansfield, passed away at her residence on October 22, 2026. Born in Ashland County on February 20, 1956 the daughter of George W. and Mary L. (Caley) Dever Jr. she was a resident of Ashland and Richland counties all of her life.
Vincent Antonio McBride
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Vincent Antonio McBride, age 31, of Mansfield, Ohio, on October 13, 2026. Born on April 12, 1995, in Mansfield, Ohio, he was the son of Theresa Coomes-Donahue and the late William Samuel McBride. Vincent’s remarkable soul and presence brought light and joy to all who knew him.
Judith Lifer
Judith Ann Bee-Shearer-Lifer, age 85, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Born on November 16, 1940, Judith lived a life filled with love, laughter, adventure, faith, and devotion to her family and others. Judith was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose life was marked by her generous heart and her desire…
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