Obituaries
Brenda Louise Jones
Feb 17, 2025
Brenda Louise Jones of Marion, Ohio passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025.
She was born on January 29, 1957 in Marion, and she graduated from Marion Harding High School.
Brenda loved attending garage sales and auctions, and was always finding new treasures to add to her collection. She was a caring and hard-working person.
She is preceded in death by her parents;...
Bonnilynn McQuistion
Feb 15, 2025
Bonnilynn McQuistion, formerly Bonnilynn Cook, age 88, passed away on February 15, 2025, at Kingston of Marion, Ohio.
Bonnilynn, also known as Bon, was born on October 1, 1936, in Marion, Ohio to Mary Louise and John Cook.
Bon married her late husband Richard McQuistion on August 17, 1957, in Liberty, Indiana, and the two were married for 64 years until Richard...
Lawrence Eugene Cornelius
Feb 10, 2025
Lawrence “Larry” E. Cornelius, 88, of Caledonia, Ohio died peacefully at Marion General Hospital surrounded by his family on February 10, 2025.
Born on August 19, 1936, Larry is preceded in death by his parents Lawrence Cornelius and Mary (Williams-Cornelius) Chapman of Marion, and his brother Charles Cornelius. Larry attended Marion Harding. In May of 1957 he enlisted in the U.S....
Patricia Blankley
Feb 7, 2025
Patricia Ann Blankley, 68, of Bucyrus, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on February 7, 2025 after a long battle with cancer.
She was born on March 6, 1956 to Howard and Frances Manning in Marion, OH. She attended Marion Harding High School.
Patricia married Steven Blankley on May 22, 2004, and together they shared twenty years of happiness. They loved...
Shelba Jean (Napper) Jester
Feb 7, 2025
Shelba Jean (Napper) Jester went home to meet her savior on February 7, 2025. Shelba was born on February 25, 1938 in Oak Hill, Ohio to Walter K. and Viola E. (Leonard) Christian. Shelba was the 6th child out of 16 siblings. She truly loved being from a large family and enjoyed traveling and spending time with all of her...
Michael Watson
Feb 5, 2025
Michael Watson, age 72, of Marion, Ohio passed away on February 5, 2025. He was born on June 9, 1952, to Ernestine Johnson and Robert Watson in Detroit, Michigan.
On June 10, 1985, Michael married the love of his life Brenda Lee Wylie.
He retired from Chrysler Corporation after 32 years. When not working or hanging out with his grandchildren, he could...
Rick E Creek
Jan 25, 2025
Rick Creek, 76, of Marion, Ohio, passed away surrounded by family on January 25, 2025.
He was born on March 8, 1948, to Doss and Marian Creek in Panama, Oklahoma. He graduated from Panama High School in 1966. Rick joined the United States Army and bravely served his country in the Vietnam War. He worked on the front line as a...
Charles Davidson
Jan 23, 2025
Chuck E. Davidson, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 23, 2025.
He was born on August 26th, 1946 to William Davidson and Macie Davidson (Firstenberger) in Elktown, Maryland. He joined the United States Army in 1963 and served our country in Vietnam as an EOD, bravely disarming explosives during the war.
Chuck married Cynthia Moore...
Roger Napper
Jan 11, 2025
Roger Eugene Napper, born August 2, 1972, in Marion, Ohio, passed away unexpectantly on January 11, 2025. He is remembered as a vibrant and outgoing individual; who made a lasting impact on the lives of those around him.
Roger was known for his adventurous spirit. Often riding his bicycle to explore the outdoors and riding out in the country to see...
Wanda Hart
Jan 11, 2025
Wanda Hart, 68, a beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted follower of Christ, peacefully passed away on January 11, 2025 surrounded by her family.
Born on January 21, 1956, Wanda dedicated her life to nurturing those she loved. She was a source of unwavering support and strength for her family, cherishing every moment spent with her children and grandchildren. Her love extended...
Emma Lee Robinson
Jan 1, 2025
Emma Lee Robinson, 88, of Marion, Ohio passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025.
She was born on September 28, 1936 to Crit and Mary Tackett in Weeksbury, Kentucky.
Emma married Jackie L. Robinson on July 10, 1954, and they shared 64 years of happy marriage, together raising six children.
She was part of the Lighthouse of Prayer Church and Solid Foundation Pentecostal...
Marie Ann Heath
Dec 29, 2024
Marie Ann Heath, age 56, of Zanesville, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family and friends on December 29, 2024, following a courageous 1-year battle with cancer.
She was born on July 14, 1968, to Paul, Sr and Cora Heath in Columbus, Ohio. She graduated from Northridge High School.
She worked for The Limited for 14 years; she also enjoyed...
Kevin Wayne Turner
Dec 20, 2024
Kevin Wayne Turner, age 63, of LaRue, Ohio, peacefully passed away on December 2024, following a courageous five-year battle with cancer.
Born on September 4, 1961, to Ken and Mary Turner in Marion, Ohio, Kevin was a proud graduate of Elgin High School, where he completed his education in 1979.
A devoted fan of the Cincinnati Bengals, Kevin’s love for sports extended...
Douglas Edward Haley
Dec 4, 2024
Douglas E. Haley, 71, passed away on December 4, 2024, at his home in Mt. Gilead, Ohio from an extended illness. Doug was born on August 19, 1953, in Marion, Ohio to the late John (Jack) and Dorothy (Bradshaw) Haley.
He was a graduate of Pleasant High School and went on to be a proud veteran of the United States Navy.
Doug...
Alice May Pate
Dec 3, 2024
Alice May (Price) Pate, 57, of Marion, Ohio passed away December 3, 2024, at Marion General Hospital after a brief illness. She was born January 19, 1967, in Xenia, Ohio to Marion and Betty (Wright) Price.
Alice was a lifelong homemaker, a devoted wife to her husband, Perry “Pete” Pate, whom she married on August 4, 1990. They had spent more...
Marilyn Gorrell
Nov 29, 2024
Marilyn Gorrell, 85, of Marion, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 29, 2024.
She was born on December 15, 1938 to Lloyd and Claribell Ware in Huntington, Indiana. She graduated from Harding High School with her high school diploma.
Marilyn married Leslie Gorrell on June 16, 1957 and together enjoyed 63 years of happy marriage, watching football together and...
Janet Eileen Sharp
Nov 22, 2024
Janet E. Sharp (Fleshman), age 86, resident of Marion County Ohio, passed away on November 22, 2024, in her home. She was surrounded by the presence and love of her children.
She was born on January 24, 1938, to Irvin Fleshman and Lilian Fleshman (Bailey) in Johnstown, Ohio.
Throughout her life, she was a loving and compassionate mother and grandmother. It brought...
Ronald Rawlins
Nov 17, 2024
Ronald “Ronnie” D. Rawlins, of Marion, went to be with the Lord on November 17, 2024. He was 70 years old.
Ronnie was born in Oak Hill, Ohio on July 27, 1954, to the late Lewis and Frances Rawlins. He was the youngest of 10 children. After moving to Marion in 1969, Ronnie attended Marion Harding High School. He worked as...
Sharon Kay Heinlen
Nov 16, 2024
Sharon Heinlen, 72, of Millfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024.
She was born on July 14, 1952 to Charles and Hattie Rupe.
Sharon loved going to antique stores and thrift shops looking for porcelain dolls and other treasures. She loved traveling anywhere she could; she didn’t care where she was going, she just loved getting out. Sharon would stay...
Jane Lynn Tolle
Nov 2, 2024
Jane Lynn Tolle, a beloved member of the Marion community, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024, at the age of 64.
She was born on August 20, 1960 to Ruth Maggs Elliott in Marion, Ohio, a town she called home all her life. Known for her warm heart and vivacious spirit, Jane touched the lives of...
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