Evelyn L. Kooken, age 95, of Shelby, passed away early Sunday morning, March 29, 2026, at Wedgewood Estates in Mansfield, where she had resided for the past several months. Evelyn was born January 5, 1931, in Bucyrus, the daughter of the late Arthur M. and Iva N. (Fetter) Veil. A 1948 graduate of Bucyrus High […]
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Dominic Mark Anthony Sammataro
Dominic Mark Anthony Sammataro, age 75, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, following complications from an accident a few weeks earlier involving a fallen tree limb. Born on November 3, 1950, to the late Dominic R. and Dolores P. (Mastandrea) Sammataro, Dominic attended St. Peter’s Catholic Schools and Madison Comprehensive High School, graduating […]
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Frances J. Spiroff
Frances J. Spiroff, a devoted (Grand)Mother and friend, left this existence after a long and tough battle with cancer on March 20, 2026. At last, she is in great care with our Lord and may rejoin her beloved Husband of nearly 60 years, John Spiroff. She passed peacefully in the care of family. Fran is […]
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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 […]
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Amy Miller
Amy Jean Miller, 49, passed away on March 25, 2026. Born on August 23, 1976, she spent most of her life in Mount Vernon, Ohio, and more recently became a resident of Mansfield, Ohio. Amy was known for her humor, strength, and bold, authentic personality. She was open-minded, compassionate, and had a way of connecting […]
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Steven “Steve” Aller
Steven “Steve” Edward Aller, 65, of Galion, passed away on March 26, 2026, at his residence. Steve was born on August 31, 1960, in Galion to the late John and Gertrude (Holderness) Aller. Steve graduated in 1979, from Galion High School and remained deeply rooted in the community that shaped him. He was raised in […]
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Earl Hoover
Earl N. Hoover, age 66 years and 1 month, of Shelby, peacefully entered into rest on Thursday, March 26, 2026 following a battle with cancer. Earl was born on February 26, 1960 in Denver, PA to John Jacob and Lydia (Newswanger) Hoover. Earl enjoyed farming and, even after retirement, continued to remain an active part […]
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David P. “Mouse” Konrad
David P. Konrad “Mouse”, 87, of Mansfield, OH, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 23, 2026. He was born on May 26, 1938, in Aurora, Illinois, to William G. and Irene Konrad. From a young age, David was grounded in faith, learning to love and respect God. He was […]
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Jessie Ann Reese
Jessie Ann Reese, 70, of Mansfield, OH passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at her sister’s residence. She was born on April 12, 1955, in Mansfield, to the late James and Jessie Lee (Martin) Reese. Jessie retired from Jay Plastics in Mansfield. She found joy in crafting, especially in making baskets and creating […]
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Janet Philion
Janet Kay Philion, 81, of Galion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with dementia. Born on July 18, 1944, in Bowling Green, Ohio, Janet was the daughter of Abby Lucille Baker Johnson and Harry William Johnson. She was one of seven children and the fifth in birth […]