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OBITUARIES
Frank Louis Gonzales
Frank Louis Gonzales, affectionately known as Frankie G., rock-n-rolled into this world on June 22, 1972, son of Wanda and Joe Gonzales, brother of Tony and Joseph. He is survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, and a large circle of friends who became family. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Wanda, brother…
Daniel Jeremiah Garza
Daniel Jeremiah Garza, also known as Daniel Jeremiah Day, age 48, passed on Saturday, June 6, 2026, of natural causes. Daniel was born on August 5, 1977, in Mansfield, OH, the son of Thomas M. and Dana K. (Dillon) Day. Daniel grew up the second of six children. Daniel is survived by his parents, his…
James D. Conn
“Cheer, cheer for old Notre Dame, wake up the echoes cheering her name…” For James D. Conn, those words were more than a fight song. They were a Saturday tradition, a lifelong passion, and a reflection of the loyalty and pride that defined the way he lived his life. James D. Conn, 53, of Mansfield,…
Daniel L. Beasley
Daniel L. Beasley, age 61 of Mansfield, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026. He was born on February 12, 1965, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Phillip R. and Jane Louise (Garber) Beasley. Daniel was a self-employed contractor who owned and operated Beasley Contracting Services. He was an entrepreneur and enjoyed fishing, working on…
Samuel “Sam” Simmons
Samuel “Sam” Philip Simmons, 30, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away on June 13, 2026. Born on October 13, 1995, in Mansfield, Ohio, Sam was the beloved son of Laura and Larry Simmons. He was a devoted husband to Allison Simmons, a loving father to Samson, Cora, Zion, and Riah Simmons, and a cherished brother to…
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…
Harlan Staats
Harlan Howard Staats, 57, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at his residence. He was born on February 2, 1969, in Tiffin, Ohio, to the late Fred Staats Jr. and Beatrice “Bea” (Seitz) Staats-Elkins. Harlan enjoyed fishing and found peace in spending time outdoors, especially during quiet days by the water. He also enjoyed…
Scott Schneider
Scott Jeffrey Schneider, age 70, of Ontario, OH, died peacefully on June 5, 2026 from a gradual decline in his health related to various medical conditions. Born September 3, 1955 in Mansfield, he was the son of M. Carole (Griffith) Zartman, and the late G. Stanford Schneider. Scott is survived by his mother; a sister,…
Frances “Fran” Householder
Frances “Fran” Lee Householder, 77, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at JAG Healthcare in Marion. She was born on April 24, 1949, in Cawood, Kentucky, to the late Lewis and Evalene (Gailey) Ringley. Fran graduated from Galion High School in 1967. Following her graduation, she was employed at ConAgra and later worked at…
David Alan McIntire
David Alan McIntire, age 79, of Mansfield, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, June 13, 2026. He passed away at home and for the last year of his life, he battled with heart and various other health issues. He is now at rest in the arms of the…
Thomas Turpin
Thomas C. Turpin, age 60 of Mansfield, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. He was born on November 21, 1965, in Pensacola, Florida. Thomas enjoyed spending time with family, watching the Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns, fishing, cooking, and having an occasional beer on his front porch. He is…
Mariann M. Eichler
Obituary for Mariann M. Eichler Mariann M. Eichler, 81, of Mount Gilead, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 14, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of a life well lived. Born on July 25, 1944, in Somerville, Massachusetts, Mariann was adopted and lovingly raised by Albert Wolf and Marie Lippold. Following…
Clinton J. Brown
Clinton Jud Brown, 57, of Franklin, Tennessee, formerly of Mansfield, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2026, surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with Diffuse Large B-Cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. Just one day before his passing, Clint celebrated his 57th birthday exactly as he hoped—with the people he loved most. Family and…
Nola “Sue” Keesee
Sue Keesee, age 86, received her angel wings on June 13, 2026. Sue spent over 30 dedicated years working at Kroger before retiring, where she built lifelong friendships and earned the respect of everyone who knew her. While she worked hard, her greatest and most cherished role was being the world’s most amazing Mawmaw. There…
Connie Lee
Connie E. Lee, age 81 of Mansfield, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. She was born on January 24, 1945, in Ironton, Ohio, to the late John and Florence (Noble) Lykins. Connie enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening, watching westerns, and playing the lottery. She was the best mother and wife, and…
Polly Baker
Polly Baker, 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, 2026, at her residence. She was born on March 6, 1933, to the late Wilse and Eva (Napier) Howard in Harlan Co., Kentucky. Polly married the love of her life, Murphy Baker, on October 16, 1949, and together they shared many years filled with love,…
Beth Ann Bookwalter
Beth Ann Bookwalter, age 70, of Mansfield, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026, at Knox Community Hospital in Mount Vernon, Ohio. Born on September 29, 1955, in New London, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Charlotte Frances (Rinehart) and Herbert Denison Chamberlain Jr. She met her husband, Greg, while attending The Ohio State…
Lowell Lee Hershner
Lowell Lee Hershner, 85, courageously passed away on June 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, generosity, patriotism, and unwavering devotion to family. Born on February 16, 1941, to Donald and Inez (Reed) Hershner, Lowell grew up in Johnsville, Ohio. He was a star quarterback for what he fondly called the “Johnsville Tech”…
Patricia “Pat” A. Sabo
Patricia “Pat” Sabo, of Little Washington, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026. She was 90. She was born on December 5, 1935 to Norman E. and Marian R. (Kiddle) Wetzel in Lakewood, Ohio. Growing up in the area she attended and graduated from West Lake High School with the class of 1955. Pat…
Sonja Whitacre
Sonja Marie Whitacre, 55, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Avita Health Systems – Galion Hospital. Sonja was born on December 8, 1970, to the late Elden and Helen (Parker) Rohde in West Virginia. Sonja found joy in life’s simple pleasures and the people she loved most. She was a devoted fan of…
Marlene D. Rose
Marlene D. Rose, 93, passed from this life June 6, 2026, after battling pancreatic cancer. Her two daughters cared for her in her final weeks, and she was able to stay in her home. Born in Galion, Ohio on 3/30/33, to Herman and Alice Derfler, she lived there until making Ashland her home, as a…
Randy Ray McClain
Randy Ray McClain, age 72, of Shelby, passed away early Friday morning, June 12, 2026, at Centerburg Pointe in Centerburg. His death follows health complication as a result of a car accident on October 8, 2025. Born July 19, 1953, in Shelby, Randy was the son of the late Avery and Bertha (Creech) McClain. A…
Jerry Cline
Jerry Reid Cline, 79, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026. He was born March 29, 1947, to Jack and Helen (Pack) Cline in Mansfield, Ohio. Jerry honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, a period of service he carried with great pride throughout his life. Following his…
Jeffery Alan Gerger, Sr.
Jeffery Alan Gerger, Sr., 68, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. His daughter, Heather “Rosebud” John, and his brother, Mike, were by his side during his final moments. Born on November 22, 1957, Jeff was the son of Joseph and Delores Gerger, who preceded…
Elizabeth (Liz) Miller
Elizabeth Anne Miller née Garber, a beacon of warmth and joy, left this world unexpectedly on May 30, 2026, while exploring South Dakota with her partner Bill. Born on March 21, 1963, in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, Liz’s journey through life was marked by her vibrant spirit that embraced each moment with love, laughter and enthusiasm. Liz…
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