Dennis M. Shenberger, Jr., 76, of Mansfield, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025. He was born September 12, 1948, in Ashland, OH to the late Dennis M. and Nellie M. (Nickelson) Shenberger, Sr. On May 23, 2008, he married Vicki L. Kelley. Dennis worked for 35 years as a Journeyman Printer at Garbers and […]
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James “Jim” Naiper, Jr.
In Loving Memory of Jim Napier Jr. It is with unimaginable sorrow and deep love that we share the passing of James (“Jim”) Napier Jr., who left us on June 19, 2025, at the age of 65. He was our rock, our guide, and our greatest comfort. His absence leaves a space no one can […]
Melin Lee Chew, Jr.
Melvin Lee Chew Jr., age 88, passed away on June 7, 2025, in Mansfield, Ohio. He was born to Melvin and Louise (Beard) Chew, Sr., on April 2, 1937, in Mansfield, Ohio. He retired from Columbia Gas after 40 years of service. He enjoyed watching all sports on TV. He is survived by his beloved […]
Russell “Rusty” Franklin, Jr.
Russell “Rusty” Gareth Franklin, Jr., 73, of Galion passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Avita Health System – Galion Hospital. Rusty was born on August 11, 1951, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Russell and Evelyn (Schaffer) Franklin, Sr. Rusty would join Mary Festa in marriage, and they would share a […]
Arthur James Kuns, Jr.
GALION: Arthur J. Kuns Jr, 84, of Galion passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at home surrounded by his three loving children. Born March 11, 1941 in Sandusky, he was the son of Arthur and Dorothy Kuns of Castelia. He married Margaret M. Kuns (Green) on August 19, 1961 and they enjoyed 60 years together. […]
Richard “Dick” E. Kanable, Jr.
Richard “Dick” E. Kanable, Jr., 82, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at his residence in Crestline. He was born in Bucyrus, Ohio on December 27, 1942, to the late Richard Kanable, Sr. and Donna (Brinkman) Smith. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, Millard “Mig” Smith, who played a significant role in […]
Clarence Shultz, Jr.
Clarence “Junior” Shultz, Jr., age 77, of Galion passed away Monday May 12, 2025 at Avita Galion Hospital Born January 17, 1948 in Newark, he was the son of the late Clarence and Vida (Eggleston) Shultz, Sr. Junior was a veteran of the U. S. Army serving in Vietnam. He worked at several Galion businesses […]
Elbert Roy “Butch” Amert, Jr.
Elbert Roy “Butch” Amert, Jr., age 77, of Shelby, died early Saturday morning, May 10, 2025 at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. His death follows an extremely brief and unexpected illness. Butch was born December 16, 1947 in Shelby to the late Marguerite E. “Marge” (Gambee) and Elbert Roy Amert, Sr. A 1965 graduate of Shelby High […]
John E. Cooper, Jr.
CRESTLINE: John Cooper absolutely loved sports—any sport you can think of! Whether it was basketball, baseball, football, soccer, volleyball, or even those rare ones that pop up only once every four years, he was totally into it. His competitive streak was strong, but what really made him special was his friendly, approachable nature that hid […]
Rudy Cruz, Jr.
With broken hearts, we share the sudden and unexpected passing of Rudy Cruz Jr., who left us far too soon on April 5, 2025, at the age of 38. Rudy passed peacefully at his home, leaving behind a deep void in the lives of everyone who loved him. Rudy was born on June 6, 1986, […]
