Joseph F. Smith, age 88, of Galion passed away Tuesday March 18, 2025 at Mill Creek Nursing and Rehab in Galion. Born January 27, 1936 in Crestline, he was the son of the late Dewitt and Ruby (Castle) Smith.
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Larry R. Oswalt Jr.
BELLVILLE: Larry Oswalt was passionate about many things; his career as a locksmith, his appreciation of nature, wildlife and the outdoors; his freedoms as an American, and most importantly, his loving family. Larry R. Oswalt Jr., 67, of Bellville passed away peacefully, Sunday, March 16, 2025 at home following an extended illness.
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Joann Utterback
LOUDONVILLE: Joann Marlene Utterback passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the age of 88 in OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. Joann was born on April 17, 1936, the middle of five children, to parents Irvin and Hazel (Minard) Mumper in Loudonville, Ohio. She graduated from Loudonville High School with the class of 1954 and, […]
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Wayne Bell
“Like a craftsman shaping a fine piece of wood, Wayne Bell spent his 88 years chiseling out a life full of love, purpose, and devotion.” Wayne H. Bell, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his residence on March 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, service, and an unparalleled work ethic. He was […]
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Herbert Furr
Herbert H. Furr, age 86, of Galion passed away Wednesday March 12, 2025 at JAG Healthcare in Galion. Born April 2, 1938 in Shelby, he was the son of the late James and Cora (Carpenter) Furr. He married Catherine “Kate” Wagner on June 13, 1953 and she survives.
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Jeffrey Lowe
Jeffrey Lee Lowe, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away at Kobacker House on March 1, 2025 following complications of lung disease. He was 52. He was born on August 16, 1972 in Germany to parents Herbert Lowe and Kum Hwa Kelly. After graduating from high school, Jeffrey proudly served in the United States Army. As a […]
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Pamela Rinehart
Pamela Sue Rinehart, 73, of rural Galion passed away Monday, March 10, 2025 at Avita Ontario Hospital. Born September 24, 1951 in Mansfield, she was the daughter of Raymond and Eleanor (Dropsey) Predmore. She married Jack Rinehart on September 5, 1970 and they enjoyed 54 years together.
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E. Ray Simmering
MANSFIELD: E. Ray Simmering, age 93, passed away at home on March 6, 2025. Born in South Webster, Ohio on July 22, 1931 to Charles and Etta (Maynard) Simmering, Ray enjoyed 29 years at Mansfield Tire before working at Lex Lanes. He adored working at the bowling alley for almost a decade and was himself […]
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Carole Lehnhart
Carole Jayne Whatman Lehnhart, age 80, of Bellville passed away at her daughter’s home in Mansfield, March 9, 2025. Carole was born in Mansfield on December 1, 1944, the only daughter of the late Albert and Opal (Crunkilton) Whatman. Carole married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life Jerry Lehnhart in 1962 […]
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Ronald “Ron” Francis, Sr.
Ronald Eugene Francis Sr. passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. Ron was born on June 7, 1934, in Comstock Park, Michigan. He led a remarkable life filled with dedication and service to his country. He served honorably in the Navy for 21 years, achieving the rank of Senior Chief […]