Sandra Jean Patton, affectionately known as Sandy to her friends and family, was a beacon of joy and laughter in the lives of those she touched. Born on August 9, 1960, in Crestline, Ohio, Sandy’s journey through life was one marked by love, service, and an unwavering faith. On September 6, 2025, Sandy’s earthly chapter […]
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Norma Stone
Norma Jean Stone, age 93, of Shelby, passed away early Friday morning, October 10, 2025, surrounded by her family and friends. Norma was born on July 18, 1932 in Shelby, Ohio to Floyd and Ethel (Swartz) Lay. She lived her entire life in Shelby. On July 15, 1950, Norma married Rocky Stone and together they […]
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Ellsworth “Russ” Russell
Ellsworth Henry “Russ” Russell, age 83, of Shelby, died early Friday morning, October 10, 2025 at the Willows at Willard. Russ was born February 8, 1942 in Marion, the son of the late Ray Ellsworth and Henrietta Lucille (Garrett) Russell. A 1960 graduate of Marion Harding High School, Russ was drafted into the United States […]
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Charles “Chuck” Henry Au
Charles “Chuck” Henry Au of Ontario passed away October 1, 2025, after 15 years of failing health, at home under the care of his loving and devoted wife, Carol. Chuck was 94, just 26 days short of his 95th birthday. Chuck had a dynamic personality and was best known for his exceptional business acuity. Born […]
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Margaret “Maggie” Mae Studer
Margaret “Maggie” Mae Studer, age 91, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 9, 2025 at the Crestwood Care Center in Shelby. Born December 28, 1933 in Shelby to the late Fred and Agnes (Metzger) Studer, she had been a lifelong Shelby resident. A member of the Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Maggie enjoyed socializing […]
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Peggy Spellman
Peggy Jean Price Spellman, age 81, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Brookwood Place in Ashland, Ohio. Born February 10, 1944, in Massillon, Ohio, to the late Adam and Glenna (Speer) Price, Peggy lived a life marked by compassion, generosity, and joyful service to others. From her early years, she developed a […]
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Gary Erow
Gary Lee Erow, age 75 of Nashport, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at his daughter’s home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 7, 1949, in Mount Vernon to the late Hellen (Temple) and Dick Erow. Gary attended East Knox High School, and he went on to proudly serve his […]
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Ronnie Thompson, Jr.
Ronnie Clinton Thompson, Jr., 63, of Galion, passed away after a tragic accident on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. Ronnie was born in Grayson, Kentucky to the late Ronnie and Anna (Carpenter) Thompson on February 5, 1962. He graduated from Crestline High School in 1980. Ronnie dedicated over 20 years to Kurtzman […]
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Ruth Ritchey
Ruth Ricker Ritchey passed away Sunday, Oct 5 at Mill Creek Nursing & Rehab Center in Galion, OH. She was 99 years old. Even at that age, Ruth was eager to meet new people and connect with old friends, so she delighted in life at Mill Creek where the warm, caring staff were wonderful and […]
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Betty J. Schreck
Betty Jean Schreck, age 93, of Galion passed away Thursday October 9, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born February 19, 1932 in North Fairfield, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Hazel (Merritt) Earl. She married Lawrence P. Schreck on December 18, 1950 and he preceded her in death. […]