Anton John Freiheit “Tony” was born on April 26, 1927, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to parents, Josef and Anna Freiheit. He passed away in Mansfield, Ohio, on August 15, 2025, at the age of 98. His family moved to Mansfield, Ohio, when he was a child, where he attended St. Peter’s Schools. After leaving high school, […]
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Cynthia Mae Bishop
“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.” ― John Muir With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Cynthia Mae Bishop, beloved mother, sister, and community member, who left this earth on August 13, 2025. Born on June 19, 1951, to LeRoy and Elaine Bishop, Cynthia became a […]
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Gail Susanne Stark
Gail Susanne Stark, age 91, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025. Her life was marked by grace, strength, and quiet generosity. The family is currently taking time to plan a celebration of her life, with services to be held at a later date. Wappner Funeral Directors-Mansfield is honored to serve the Stark […]
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Lewis Scott O’Bryan
Lewis Scott O’Bryan, 67, passed away at his home on Sunday, August 10, 2025. He was born September 24, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, to Edward and Georgia (Kenison) O’Bryan. He retired from AK Steel after a dedicated career as a steel worker and also worked for various roofing companies throughout his life. He loved going […]
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Carol Jean Campbell
On August 14, 2025, Carol Jean Campbell, loving mother, aunt, grandmother, and friend, passed away at the age of 83. Carol was born April 15, 1942, to Helen M. Hunt and Thomas J. Crawford. She graduated from Springfield Township School in 1960 and Mansfield General School of Nursing in 1963. Carol spent her life caring […]
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Sara Ann Hedeen
Sara Ann Hedeen, 87, passed away at her home on July 19, 2025. She was the daughter of Elmer and Florence (Dolly) Hedeen. As a child, Sara was able to visit her father’s homeland of Sweden and travelled throughout much of Europe. As a preteen, she became a good golfer, an accomplished horseback rider, and […]
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Louise M. Dickson
Louise M. Dickson, 98, of Mansfield, died Friday, August 1, 2025, at New Marshfield, Ohio. Born April 16, 1927, in Wooster, Ohio, she was the daughter of Hugh and Edna (Force) Mairs. A graduate of Mansfield Senior High School, Louise pursued her career in business. She worked at several Mansfield corporations, including Westinghouse and Tappan […]
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Janet Mae Elkins
Janet Mae Elkins, age 89, of Mansfield passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. Born July 7, 1936, in New Boston, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Lillian (Ferguson) and Morris Magee. Janet married Charles Elkins on October 15, 1955, and they had a once-in-a-lifetime love. She enjoyed every moment […]
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Mary Victoria Carpenter
Mary Victoria Carpenter, age 71, of Mansfield passed away Monday, August 11, 2025, at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. She was born March 12, 1954, in Marion, Ohio, to the late Mary Jo (Brown) and Curtis Wayne Carpenter. Mary was the first woman electrician in the state of Ohio and retired after 30 years of service. She […]
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Don Scott Hoovler
Don Scott Hoovler, age 76, of Galion passed away early Monday morning, August 11, 2025, at Avita Health System – Galion. Don was born November 14, 1948, to Gerald and Mary Louise (Houston) Hoovler in Mansfield, Ohio. He graduated from Mansfield Senior High School in 1966 before being drafted to serve in the United States […]