Obituaries

Oct 6, 2021

Marvin Allen Chafin, age 50 of Marion, Ohio sadly passed away Wednesday, October 6th, 2021 He was preceded in death by both parents, Arthur Bennett Chafin and Rosie Marie (Lucas) Chafin and a brother James Bennett Chafin all of Marion. Surviving is an Ex-wife, Sue Ann (Jackson) Chafin and 3 children, Cierra Michelle, Courtney Marie & Caleb Arthur Chafin....

Oct 6, 2021

Full Obit Pending. A Memorial Service is being planned for the Spring.

Oct 2, 2021

James F. “Phil” Bass, 81, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home on October 2, 2021, surrounded by family and friends.  Phil was born May 15, 1940, in Madison, West Virginia.  He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing most of all.  He often told stories about his adventures in camping, fishing, boating, and fishing trips and...

Oct 2, 2021

Gerald Lee Lane, 86, passed away on Saturday October 2, 2021

He was born October 7, 1934 in Marion, Ohio to the late Earl (Pearl) Lane. Gerald served his country honorably in the US Army and was an Avid fisherman

He is survived by four Children; Edna (Doyle) Houston, Gerald (Annette) Lane, Michelle Lane, and...

Sep 28, 2021

Charles Wayne (Chart) Humphrey Sr. of Galion, passed away from a short illness on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 surrounded by his beloved family. He was born in Caledonia, Ohio on February 17,1939 to Laura D (Lehman) and Charles M. Humphrey (deceased 1938). He graduated from Galion High School in 1958, where he was the one to watch on the...

Sep 27, 2021

He fought the good fight. He finished the race. And he kept the faith.

If you met him, you encountered Jesus. If you knew him, you knew without a doubt that he knew Jesus. If you spent time with him, you knew how much he loved Jesus. For Alexander Reese, it was all about Jesus....

Sep 25, 2021

Lloyd W. Heckert (90) finally realized a well deserved, much anticipated, and peaceful transition on September 25, 2021.  Lloyd was a resident of New Washington for the past 24 years. More recently he lived at Magnolia Terrace Assisted Living Facility in Galion, Ohio.

Lloyd was married for 67 years to his beloved Adena, who preceded him in...

Sep 23, 2021

Samuel "Greg" Westlake, 64, passed away Thursday September 23, 2021 at home. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, loved his sports and playing pool at Dino's. He is survived by his wife; Gloria, five children; Christine Ramey, Ronald Ramey, Jacalyn (Harry) Manley, Jerimiah (Holly) Westlake, Samantha (Joshua) Utley. Siblings; Cynthia Robinson, Jackie (Dennis) Evans, Michael Westlake, Amy Westlake, 14...

Sep 22, 2021

Jerry D. Vincent, 72, of Bucyrus, passed away September 22, 2021. He was born in Kenton, Ohio on May 20, 1949 to the late Robert Vincent and Libby Vincent. He graduated from Fontana High School, Fontana, California. He retired in 2010 from Hardin County Solid Waste Facility. He was an avid Harley Davidson rider, Nascar fan and loved his...

Sep 20, 2021

Debra R. Smith (Cudd) joined the Lord September 20, 2021. She was at peace, surrounded by family. Debra was beautiful inside and out. Everyone who knew Debra liked her, but most loved her. When in her presence, she had a way of making everyone feel special, and comforted. She always stayed positive, when you asked her "how are you,"...

Sep 13, 2021

Stephen (Steve) Cochran, 69 of Kenton, Ohio passed away peacefully on 9/13/2021 after a long illness. He is preceded in death by his parents, Delbert and MaryAnn, his sisters Sherry and Marlis, and his son Billy. He is survived by his daughter DeeAnna (Jeff) and their children Jacob, Jared, and Hunter, Billy’s family, Amanda, Brandon, Melanie, Alexander, Samuel, and...

Sep 11, 2021

Ernest Keith Lyons, 80, of Marion, Ohio went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday September 11, 2021. Ernie was devoted to first and foremost, GOD, his family, and his career. He proudly served 4 years in the United States Air Force in top security. He was in the Air Force Reserve from May 1963...

Sep 9, 2021

Marilyn Mae Johnson, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 9, 2021. She was born May 14, 1928 to the late Earl and Carolyn Grandstaff in Croton, Ohio.

She leaves to cherish her memory, two sons; Dave Watson and Jeff (Amie) Johnson, a daughter; Debbie (Bill) Bowers. Five Grandchildren, Andy Watson, Nick (Tabbie) Watson, Nathan Watson, Kaylee...

Sep 2, 2021

Tina McTaggart, 54, was born July 22,1967 in Canton, Georgia. And was raised in Ballground, ga. Passed September 2,2021 at home in Waldo Ohio due to medical reasons. Survived by her mother; Thelma McTaggart, a daughter; Talma McTaggart, three sons; Joseph Johnson (Brandy), Brandon Johnson (Catherine), Thomas Kincaid and a daughter; Alyssa Montgomery (Austin), two sisters; Adrienne Blanton, Leona...

Aug 30, 2021

Dorothy Ann Wilson, 73, passed on Monday August 30, 2021. She was born April 25, 1948 in Marion, Ohio to the late George & Thelma Speakman

She is survived by her husband; Donald, a daughter, Tracy Wilson (Keith), a Grandson; Cameron Abrams, a step-daughter; Kim Maczko, a step-grandson; Sean Maczko, Sister; Helen Winterrowd (Steve), brother; Steve Speakman...

Aug 28, 2021

Alma Jean Lampkin, 57, was born in Whiteville Tennessee and moved to Marion in 1972. She went through the Marion School system and graduated in 1982 from The Harding High School. She loved playing softball, along with coaching her twin daughters. She really enjoyed fishing every chance she got. Alma donated her free time to helping with community projects...

Aug 28, 2021

Beverly Ann Brown, 72, of Marion Ohio, passed Saturday August 28th peacefully at home. She was born September 29, 1948 in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Clayton and Mary Morgan. Beverly is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Jerry Brown, a daughter; Cindy Mchargue and great grand-daughter, Saydee, a grandson Mason Mchargue, and two Granddaughters,  Brittany &...

Aug 24, 2021

Brandon Cantrell, 29, of Marion Passed on Tuesday August 24, 2021. He was born October 8, 1991 in Marion, Ohio to Tommy & Tami Cantrell.

Brandon is survived by his wife, Destiny Cantrell, his mother Tami, 3 brothers; Tommy Cantrell (Shanna), Kevin Cantrell, and Savion Villeda, 3 sisters, Brittany Cantrell, Toni Sparks, Launa Villeda, and a grandmother;...

Aug 23, 2021

Cynthia L. (Pritt) Kauble, 49 of Marion, went to be with the Lord and joined her cherished father Jerry in Heaven Monday night August 23, 2021 at Marion General Hospital due to complications of Leukemia. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Marion, OH to Jerry and Mildred Pritt on March 25, 1972, Cindi was...

Aug 21, 2021

Benjamin Paul Messmer, 39, passed Saturday August 21st at home. Benjamin was born August 19, 1982 in Jacksonville, FL

Benjamin is survived by his wife, Amy Messmer, four children; Shannon Salyer, Alaina Messmer, Jeremy King, and Bianca King. A brother; Matthew Robinette (Kala), a sister; Andrea Buggs (Desmond), a Step-father Clayton Marcum.

He is preceded...