MANSFIELD – Virginia Maxine Pounds, 95, of Mansfield, passed away March 27, 2026 at Liberty Nursing Care Center. Virginia was born Oct. 24, 1930 in Scio, Ohio to Orton and Clara (Kail) Harmon. She graduated in 1949 from Cadiz High School and worked in the Scio Pottery until her marriage to Frank G. Pounds in […]
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Mike Groff
Mike “Mad Dog” Groff lived a life that rarely kept him indoors. On Thursday, March 26, 2026, he passed away at his home in Mansfield at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy shaped by open fields, early mornings, and the stories that come from both. He was born March 30, 1952, in Mansfield […]
Craig A. Case
BELLVILLE: Craig A. Case, 70, passed away on March 17, 2026, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, The James, following a courageous three-year battle with a rare and aggressive cancer. Born August 16, 1955, in Mansfield, Craig was the son of the late Lewis and Freda Case. He was a proud graduate of […]
Gene Simmons
Eugene “Gene” Russell Simmons, age 92, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family. Gene was born on October 12, 1933 in Mansfield to the late Russell T. & Dorothy Vanzile Simmons. Gene was a 25 year associate of Mansfield Tire. He was a dedicated member of their […]
Larry C. Kochheiser
Larry C. Kochheiser, 85, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by the love of his family. A man known for his steady work ethic, quiet kindness, and unwavering integrity, Larry lived a life marked by dedication to his faith, his family, and his community. He was born April 17, […]
Kevin Duffner
Kevin K. Duffner, age 82, of Mansfield, Ohio passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026 in his home with his loving family by his side. He was born on October 8, 1943 in Crestline, Ohio to the late Martin & Martha Cochran Duffner. Kevin proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps […]
Joan Thompson
Joan Elaine Thompson lived with conviction, courage, and a steady sense of purpose. At 87, she passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Mill Creek Nursing & Rehab in Galion, leaving behind a legacy woven deeply into Mansfield, Butler, and the wider Richland County community she served so faithfully. Born February 5, 1939, in Mansfield, […]
Ernest L. Zartman
Ernest L. Zartman, age 89, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026. He was born on July 4, 1936, and grew up in Mansfield, Ohio, the son of hardworking parents, Paul Zartman and Hazel Best Zartman who instilled in him a steadfast work ethic and a deep sense of family. Ernie started life early working […]
Duane Charles “Bud” Getz
Duane Charles “Bud” Getz, age 93, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on January 23th at Primrose Retirement Community in Mansfield, Ohio. Born on April 10, 1932, Bud graduated from Mansfield Senior High School and later served honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War. After returning home to Mansfield, […]
Mary Ervin
Mary Kathryn Ervin, age 84, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026 in her Lexington home. She was born on August 3, 1941 in Mount Vernon to the late Richard Phillips & Frances Sharp Phillips. She grew up in Knox County and faithfully attended Green Valley Methodist Church with her family. Mary was a graduate of […]
