Barbara Jo Wise, 56, passed away peacefully July 14, 2026, surrounded by family and friends, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and strength that touched many. Born August 6, 1969, in Meadville, Pennsylvania, Barbara lived a life centered on family, friendship, and caring for others. She believed there was always room for more kindness […]
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George William Reece Jr.
George William Reece Jr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior, peacefully surrounded by his family, and joined his wife, Kathleen, in heaven on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at OhioHealth Mansfield. George was born on March 7, 1935, in Mansfield, Ohio, to George and Laura (McGrain) Reece. He graduated from Madison High School […]
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Sammy Chris Collins
Sammy Chris Collins, age 75, of Mansfield went home to be with the Lord late Sunday evening, June 28, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born to the late Mabel (Thompson) and Lentford Collins on December 11, 1950, in Carter County, Kentucky. Sammy was employed as a construction professional for most […]
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William James Adkins
William James Adkins, age 93, of Mansfield, passed away early Monday morning, June 29, 2026, at his home. He was born July 6, 1932, in Salt Rock, West Virginia to the late Tennessee Marie (Porter) and James Hezekiah Adkins. Bill served in the US Army for 8 years and was stationed in Germany. He met […]
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Daniel Shears
Daniel Shears of Mansfield passed away Thursday, June 25, 2026. He was 66 years old. He was born on February 21, 1960, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Thelma J. (Lykins) and Earcel Paul Shears Sr. Daniel worked for Stoneridge for 28 years and attended Crossroads Church. The last year of his life was very […]
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Ronald Eldon Betscher
Ronald E. Betscher, age 85, of Mansfield, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at OhioHealth Hospice House in Columbus, Ohio. He was born Ronald Eldon Betscher to the late Raymond and Anna (Both) Betscher in Mansfield, Ohio. He graduated from Mansfield Senior High School, then enlisted in the US Army proudly serving the majority of […]
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James R. Johnson
James R. Johnson, age 79, of Lexington, Ohio, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Sharon Brooke Assisted Living in Newark, Ohio. Born James Russell Johnson on June 2, 1946, in Mansfield, Ohio, he was one of three children of the late Robert Chester and Christine (Erhart) Johnson. He lived most of his life in […]
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Jon Kim Burton
Jon K. Burton passed from this world to his eternal rest Thursday morning, June 4, 2026, at Brethren Care Health Care Center in Ashland, Ohio. He was 76 years old. Born November 4, 1949, the son of Charles and Aileen (Turner) Burton, he was a lifelong resident of the Mansfield area, with family roots from […]
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Donna Marie Brandenburg
Donna Marie Brandenburg of Mansfield passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Primrose Retirement Community. She was 94 years old. She was born on November 18, 1931, in Canton, Ohio, to the late James and Matilda (Reigel) Moorehouse. Donna married Murray Brandenburg on September 23, 1950, in Indiana, and they had a very special love […]
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Tracy Blaine Gerhart
Tracy Blaine Gerhart, age 66, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on December 28, 1959, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late William George and Patricia Jane (Bookmyer) Gerhart. While at Madison High School, he was President of the band and played the tuba. He […]