James “Jim” Elmer Merchant of Lucas passed away unexpectedly, after a brief illness, on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Knox Community Hospital just one day after his birthday. He was 80 years old. Jim was born on May 13, 1946, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Elmer Lewis and Viva “Sally” Anola (Herman) Merchant. He […]
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Omega Cole
Born May 16, 1929, in Olive Hill, Kentucky, Omega “Mag” Cole, 96 of Ashland, Ohio (previously of Mansfield) was called home to be with the Lord, Saturday, January 17, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith and family that spans generations. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandma, great-grandma, and great-great-grandma, whose […]
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Judith Kathleen Brendus
Judith Kathleen Brendus, 85, of Mansfield passed away Tuesday evening, December 16, 2025, at her home. She was born on November 1, 1940, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Jacob Hriesik and Ruth Eleanor (Wright) Zacharias. Judy was a lifelong resident of Mansfield who enjoyed being out in nature in her younger years. She was […]
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Barbara Ann Gibson
Barbara Ann Gibson, age 66, of Mansfield, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, at her home. She was born October 2, 1958, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Villa (Ernsberger) and Lawrence E. Thompson. Barbara loved animals and had a kind heart. She was always willing to help anyone in need. Her home was immaculate […]
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Michael Lynn Zeiter
Michael Lynn Zeiter, age 62, of Mansfield passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025, at his home. He was born July 20, 1962, in Mansfield, Ohio. Mike grew up in Mansfield and attended Madison High School. He was a talented electrician who was a general foreman. Over his career, he worked on various projects including many […]
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Nita Lilly Morey
Nita Lilly Morey was swept up by the angels on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, after suffering from a stroke. She passed away peacefully at home with her loved ones. She was born on January 14, 1936, in Lucas, Ohio, to Hollie and Olive (Snow) Yarnell. She graduated from Lucas High School in 1954 and headed […]