Aurilla M. Parsons, 79, of Mansfield, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at Kindred Hospital in Mansfield. Aurilla was born on February 23, 1936 in Mansfield and was the daughter of the late Ray N. and Gladys M. (Keiser) Parsons. She attended Christ Gospel Church of Mansfield. Aurilla is […]
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Kenneth Swanigan Sr.
Kenneth “Kenny” R. Swanigan, Sr., 64, of Mansfield, died Saturday, April 4, 2015 at his home. Born May 22, 1950 in Mansfield, he was the son of Charlie and Ruth (Garman) Swanigan. A generous and kind man, Kenny was an electrician, but also a jack of all trade. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially fishing and […]
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Hospice volunteer orientation set for April 14
OhioHealth MedCentral Hospice is looking for volunteers to help with direct care activities and a number of other volunteer or outreach tasks. Orientation will be held in the hospice conference room at 1020 Cricket Lane, Mansfield, on April 14 to 16, from 12 noon until 4 p.m. Direct care volunteer work includes visiting with the […]
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Ohio State Mansfield to host live-stream of Grandin lecture
MANSFIELD, Ohio – The Ohio State University at Mansfield is hosting a live-stream of “The Way I See It: A Personal Look at Autism” lecture by Temple Grandin, Ph.D. at 7 p.m. April 16 at the Conard Performance Space, Riedl Hall, at Ohio State Mansfield. Tickets are free and can be reserved at http://go.osu.edu/grandin. This […]
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Main Street books to host 11-year-old author
MANSFIELD, Ohio – Main Street Books will host a talk and book signing with 11-year-old author Natalie Hershberger on Monday, April 13 at 6 p.m. Natalie has won three national Taekwondo titles, among others, and has written a book entitled “Tough Girls Finish First.” Natalie’s book helps tween and teen girls develop a plan to […]
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Frank Sawyer
BUTLER: A good leader takes people where they would never go on their own. Former State Representative Frank Sawyer served as the voice of the people. Loved by both Republicans and Democrats alike, his strong work ethic and approachability paved the way for a successful and respected occupancy as Ohio State Representative. Frank S. Sawyer, […]
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Daniel Norwood
Daniel A. Norwood, age 74 of rural Crestline passed away Monday, April 6, 2015 at his residence. He was born November 5, 1940 in Mansfield and was the son of Van and Florence (Maglott) Norwood. Daniel is survived by his wife of 51 years, Barbara (Grover) Norwood who he married on March 28, 1964. He […]
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Karl Kirst
Karl Kirst, 83, of Mansfield, died April 5, 2015. Born October 26, 1931 in Verbas, Yugoslavia, he was the son of Friederick “Fritz” and Margaret (Noll) Kirst. Karl worked as the maintenance man at Lumbermans/Prudential Insurance in Mansfield for 35 years. In his free time, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and doing yard work. Karl was […]
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I-71 reopen after accident
(Updated at 9:05 a.m., Tuesday, April 7, 2015) The Ohio Department of Transportation reported I-71 northbound, just north of the state Route 13 ramp, is reopen in all lanes. Earlier, traffic was reduced to one lane due to a crash.
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Robert Lee Suto
Robert Lee Suto, 71, of Lexington, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at OhioHealth MedCentral Hospice. Born February 21, 1944 in Martins Ferry, OH, he was the son of William R. and Margaret Ruth (Hoge) Suto. A graduate of Martins Ferry High School, Robert worked as a barber at Whitey’s Barber Shop in Bellville for many […]