Obituaries

Nov 7, 2021

On September 24, 2014, Katai was born to Daveon and Amanda (Dunn) McGary in Marion, Ohio.

Katai was an active little boy with a love for dirt bike riding, soccer, karate, football, and playing games with his brother and sister.

He loved sitting beside the fire with his family and was always the helper.

Nov 3, 2021

Patricia "Pat" Anne Smith

Marion, OH: Patricia Anne Smith, 76, gained her Heavenly wings on Wednesday, November 3, 2021.

Born May 10th, 1945, to Fannie Mae and Willard Garrett. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother James "Betty" Garrett, sister Minnie Lanier, great grandson Owen Bailey, brother in law Jimmy Lewis, and sister...

Oct 28, 2021

Clement Denvol Wright, age 64, of Prospect, OH passed away on Thursday October 28, 2021. He was born on April 07, 1957, in Marion, OH to the late Ethel Marie (Martin) and James Dock Wright.

Clement was very gifted in any musical instrument he played, especially guitar.

He is survived by his children; Clint Wright,...

Oct 22, 2021

Linda May Dunn, age 52, passed away on Friday October 22, 2021, at Riverside Methodist in Columbus, OH. She was born on May 17, 1969, in Marion, OH to James T. and Louise A. Smith (Thompson).

Linda enjoyed working at the mall, talking with her customers at the A&W, and enjoyed working at Wyandot Snack Company where...

Oct 18, 2021

Syriel G. Wood Jr., Age 76, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday October 18, 2021. Syriel was born in Hico, West Virginia on April 22, 1945 to the late Syriel Wood & Gladys Brackett-Wood. Syriel followed in his fathers footsteps by being a Carpenter, he loved the outdoors and his home: Hico, WVa

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Oct 17, 2021

Sonja Kay Griffin, age 61 of Fremont, Ohio passed away Sunday October 17, 2021. She was born August 13, 1960 in Marion, Ohio to Tyrone and Edna Trujillo. Sonja is Survived by her husband, Pete Griffin, a daughter, Carrie Martin, Both Parents, Brothers, David (Laura) Rollison, Jody Trujillo and a Host of cousins, nieces and nephews

Preceded...

Oct 10, 2021

Dottie Joanne Adkins Crossland, aged 68, of Marion, Ohio passed away at her residence after a brief battle with cancer. Family, Friends, and Hospice were at her side. Dottie was born January 30, 1953 in Washington Court House, Ohio to Otis Ray and Ida Pearl (Buskirk) Adkins. She graduated Pleasant High School class of 1971. Dottie worked at FCA...

Oct 8, 2021

Rhonda Williams On Friday October 8th 2021, GOD came down and picked a beautiful Rose for his garden. Rhonda Kay Williams, she was born Feb 6, 1959 the daughter of Maurice R. and Polly Fischer. She was the mother of Timothy (Colleen) Williams, (Dan) Jennifer Davis, Joseph (Melissa) Williams, and Josh Vickers. She was grandmother to Natalya Davis, Madison...

Oct 7, 2021

R A McQuistion, Age 87 passed away on Thursday October 7, 2021 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on January 19, 1934 in Marion, Ohio to Mary Louise and Ray L. Richard was a 1952 graduate from Mt. Gilead High School. Richard served in the Korean War from 1954 to 1956. Richard retired from Nation Can. Richard married...

Oct 7, 2021

Sharon Kay Evans, 78, passed away Thursday October 7. She was born September 1, 1943 in Marion, Ohio to the late Paul B. & Margaret Hooper. She retired from Sears, was currently employed at Chicago Title Agency of Marion and was a board member of Chapel Heights Memory Garden, and a member of Central Christian Church.  She was previously...

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,"...