Kim Butler Histed, 71, of Crestline passed away leaving behind a legacy of resilience, creativity, faith, and compassion. Born in Crestline to the late Clayton Jr., and Joan (Van Horn) Histed on April 9, 1954, Kim was raised in Crestline, where he presided until his death. Kim carried his hometown roots with him throughout his […]
Gompf Funeral Service
Posted inObituaries
Judy Reece
Judy Ann Reece, 86, of Galion, went to be with Jesus on Monday, February 16, 2026, in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. She was born on March 27, 1939, in Bucyrus, Ohio, to the late Eldon and Ruth (Miller) Downing. Judy attended Bucyrus Schools and from there worked at […]
Posted inObituaries
Howard Lewis
Howard Lester Lewis, 68, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Morrow County Hospital. Howard was born on July 9, 1957, to the late Ithel and Virginia (Irvin) Lewis in Crestline, Ohio. He graduated from Galion High School in 1975 and later continued his education with some coursework at Marion Technical College. Known for […]
Posted inObituaries
Peggy Randolph
Peggy Ann Randolph, age 68, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at her home. She was born on January 3, 1958, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Samuel “Sam” Chipner Jr. and Norma (Grubb) Chipner. Peggy graduated from Galion High School in 1976 and began her career at North Electric. She later worked as […]
Posted inObituaries
Walter Johnson
Walter Allen Johnson, 81, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at his residence. Walter was born on August 27, 1944, to the late Willard and Gladys (Hollinger) Johnson in Mansfield, Ohio. He was a gifted master mechanic who took great pride in maintaining Carter Machine and in serving the State of Ohio as a […]
Posted inObituaries
Anita McCartney
Anita L. (Floyd) McCartney, 78, went to be with Her Lord on Monday, January 26, 2026. Born July 26, 1947, in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of Joseph and Ellen Lucille “Lucy” (Snyder) Floyd. On August 21, 1964, Anita married her high school sweetheart and husband of fifty years, Duane E. McCartney. She enjoyed […]
Posted inObituaries
Richard Jacobs
Richard Nicholas Jacobs, 83, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Galion Meadows. He was born on May 27, 1942, in Galion, Ohio, to the late Charles and Irene (Simmons) Jacobs. He proudly graduated from Galion High School with the Class of 1960. He spent many rewarding years at Galion Dresser before continuing his […]
Posted inObituaries
Rory Furr
Rory Charles Furr, 58, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his residence, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 10, 1967, in Bucyrus, Ohio, to the late Wilbert “Willie” and Darcia (Gaul) Furr. Rory was a proud graduate of Galion High School and went on to build a life […]
Posted inObituaries
Jeffrey Oxer
Jeffrey Allen Oxer, 59, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at OhioHealth Shelby Hospital. Jeffrey was born on December 10, 1966, in Galion, Ohio, to parents Michelangelo Oxer and Arlene (Heller) Anderson. Jeffrey was a graduate of Galion High School, Class of 1985. Following graduation, he honorably served his country in the United States […]
Posted inObituaries
Mary Ann Tate
Mary Ann Tate, 90, of Galion, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Mary Ann was born on April 1, 1935, in Piqua, OH, to the late Charles and Dorothy (Von DerHyde) Haney. Mary Ann was a woman of deep faith whose life reflected her love for the Lord […]