Andrew “Andy” David Kruse, age 50, went home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on Monday, March 9, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. Andy was born on February 14, 1976, in Bluffton, Ohio, to David and Susan (Schumacher) Kruse. A man of deep faith, conviction, and character, Andy lived a life defined by devotion—to his […]
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Stephanie Lynn Peckham-Vandersommen
Stephanie Lynn Peckham-Vandersommen of Mansfield passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, March 8, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family and friends. She was 71 years old. Born on January 25, 1955, in Mansfield, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Jim Ryan and Norma (Scott) Wade. Stephanie had a warm and loving […]
John M. “Jack” Cowell
John M. “Jack” Cowell, age 101, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026. Born on October 21, 1924, in Perrysville, Ohio, Jack lived a life defined by family, service, and community. Jack proudly served in the United States Navy during World War II from 1943 to 1946 aboard the USS Damon M. […]
Margaret “Tuffy” June Muddiman
Margaret “Tuffy” Muddiman, age 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Tuffy will be remembered for her kindness, strength, humor and love for her family. She spent considerable time in her kitchen where she made every meal with love.
Robert J. Foulks
DOYLESTOWN – Robert J. “Bob” Foulks, age 75, passed away on March 3, 2026.Born in Mansfield, OH on August 13, 1950, to the late Walter and Beverly (Dinges) Foulks, he was a resident of Doylestown for the past 36 years. A veteran of the Vietnam War serving with the U.S. Marine Corps., Bob retired from […]
Jennivee “Jenny” Ruckel
Jennivee “Jenny” Ruckel, 92, of Mansfield went to Heaven on March 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Jenny was born on March 3, 1934, in Kinniconick (Vanceburg), Kentucky, to Clarence Kegley and Mammie (Esham) Kegley. Her most fond memories were growing up on the family farm. She graduated from Vanceburg High School and, later […]
Richard Thomas Horning
Richard Thomas Horning passed away peacefully at his home in Mansfield on Monday, March 2, 2026, after a long illness. Richard embraced and enjoyed life. With his great hair, million-dollar smile, and warm personality, he was a stranger to no one. Known to many as “Pa,” “Dick,” “Captain,” “King Richard,” and even “Dick Davis,” he […]
Sandra Lee Richardson
Sandra Lee Richardson, 74, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Sandy was born on April 9, 1951, to the late Charles and Lois Robinson. She dedicated more than 30 years of her life to education as a teacher with Mansfield City Schools, where she made a lasting impact on generations of […]
Heather Lynn Paxton
Heather Lynn Paxton, age 54, of Mansfield, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on September 17, 1971, in Mansfield, Ohio, to Patricia Sue (Chumbley) Greenawalt. Heather graduated from Madison Comprehensive High School and went on to earn an Associate’s Degree in Psychology from Mount Vernon Nazarene University. She […]
Bobby Joe Price
Bobby Joe Price, 67, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away on March 3, 2026. Bobby was known for his love of motorcycles and cars, and he never missed a chance to admire a well-built engine or talk about the open road. He enjoyed spending his time watching classic westerns and listening to bluegrass music, two things […]

