Kathleen “Kathi” L. Clark lived her life as a quiet echo of the Serenity Prayer—steady, open-hearted, and wise enough to know when to fight and when to simply breathe and let life be. She moved through every season—those she chose and those she didn’t—with humility, humor, and a remarkable ability to accept others exactly as […]
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Stephen Musgrave
Stephen “Steve” Ray Musgrave, 71, of Galion, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at his residence. Stephen was born on May 11, 1954, in Galion, Ohio, to the late Harold and Mary (Lehman) Musgrave. He graduated from Northmor High School in 1972 and continued his education at Lincoln Technical Institute, where he earned his […]
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Blonda Elliott Gayheart
Blonda Elliott Gayheart passed away in the Lord on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born November 5, 1932, in Fitchville, Ohio, to Edward and Elizabeth (Fannin) Elliott. She is preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Vaughn Clayton Gayheart; a son, Randall Ray Gayheart; and nine brothers […]
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Tylor Vasquez
Tylor J. Vasquez, age 20 of Mansfield, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. He was born on July 6, 2005, in Mansfield to Bruce A. Kennedy II and Danelle (Vasquez) Guill. Tylor enjoyed playing video games and spending time with his family, especially fishing with his grandpa. He also loved hunting and his […]
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Larry Lee Fried
Larry Lee Fried age 78, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, at St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo, surrounded by his loving family. Born January 13, 1947, in Shelby to Herschel W. and Dorothy J. (Cheeseman) Fried, he had been a Willard resident for over 50 years. A 1965 graduate of Shelby High School, he […]
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Peggy Ann Colvin
Peggy Ann Colvin, 70, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 7, 2025. She was born on September 6, 1955, to Robert and Flossie (Majors) Reynolds, into a loving and lively family that shaped her warm and generous spirit. Peggy worked in a variety of roles throughout her life, always bringing dedication, kindness, and a strong […]
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Small Business of the Year: Hercules Express Wash, Pinnacle Building Services win big
SHELBY — Hank Keller never dreamed of owning a car wash, but the unexpected path led him to what he now calls “the things we cherish most.” The annual Small Business of the Year Awards recognized standout small businesses in Richland County for their dedication, innovation and impact on the community. The awards were presented […]
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Patricia K. Lehman
PATRICIA K. LEHMAN of Mansfield passed peacefully Friday, December 5th, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loved ones and beloved dog Taco after a long battle with COPD. Pat was born December 17th, 1942 in Ashland, Ohio, then living in the Mansfield area since 1952. She graduated from Madison High School in 1960 and […]
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Robert “Bob” Edward Allen
Robert (Bob) Edward Allen, 96, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 4th, 1929, in Mansfield, Ohio. He was the son of John Allen and Eleanor Zimmerman and the stepson of Glen Grinstead. Bob was a loving husband, […]
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Thelma Ballitch
Thelma I. Ballitch, 85 of Mansfield, Ohio passed away on December 4, 2025 at OhioHealth Hospital in Mansfield following an ongoing illness. She was born on August 6, 1940 in Greenwich, Ohio to the late Charles J. Conklin and Thelma Louise Thomas. Thelma was a member of the Mansfield Baptist Temple Church. She is survived […]