Obituaries

Jan 11, 2021

Anthony Ray Estep Sr., age 68, passed away on Monday January 11, 2021 at Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital. He was born on January 06, 1953 in Pomeroy, OH to Edward Estep and Virginia Hodge. Anthony proudly served in the US Navy.

FULL OBITUARY PENDING.

Jan 9, 2021

Linda Louise Kesterson, age 70, passed away on Saturday January 09, 2021 at Marion General Hospital. She was born on June 30, 1950 in Plain City, Ohio to her parents Ralph and Gertrude (Yoder) Bidwell, who both survive her. Also surviving her include her children; William (Amy) Kesterson, Robert Blagg Jr., Michele Kesterson; brothers Mike Bidwell, Gary Bidwell, Johnny...

Jan 7, 2021

Ron Wise was born April 06, 1947 in Marion, Ohio to the late George and Phyllis Wise.  God gave Ron and his first wife 2 sons. Ron had worked at several places through the years, one that he loved and was most proud of was LaRue Millworks.  The job that changed his life was when he worked at Whirlpool....

Jan 1, 2021

Michael J. Belcher 73, of Marion, Ohio died at home in the early morning hours of the New Year. Friday, January 1, 2021. His loving family surrounded him.

Dr. Belcher, known by all as “Doc”, lived a full and rather extraordinary life. His last years saw him actively involved with his family as well as his various...

Dec 31, 2020

Christy Lynn Crissinger, age 48, left this earth for her Heavenly home on December 31, 2020. She was born on May 08, 1972 in Marion, OH to Beverly Cox and John (Donna) Cox. She was married to Christopher Crissinger who survives. Left to cherish Christy’s memory are her family and friends. She is preceded in death by her grandparents...

Dec 29, 2020

Georgia Mae Sims age 100 of Marion passed away peacefully at home on December 29, 2020. Georgia Mae was born on April 14, 1920 to the late Chaney (Thomas) and John Favors in Wilkes County, Rayle Georgia. On July 30, 1939 she married the late William Sims Sr. She was a faithful member of The Mount Zion Missionary Baptist...

Dec 28, 2020

Brandy Lynn White of La Rue passed away on Monday morning December 28th, 2020 at her home. She was born in Kenton, OH to her parents Sherry and Lowell White. Brandy was proceeded in death by her father Lowell White, grandparents Annie and Robert Cobb, grandmother Shirley White, grandfather Ken Friend, biological father Kenny Friend and cousins Chad and...

Dec 28, 2020

Judy Edith Riddlebaugh, age 55, passed on Monday December 28, 2020 at home in Galion, OH. She was born on December 29, 1964 in Germany to Erich and Jutta Kuhn.

Judy is survived by her loving husband James J. Riddlebaugh III, and her mother Jutta Kuhn.

Preceded in death by her father Erich Kuhn, father-in-law...

Dec 26, 2020

Patty Jean Keil (Parks) of Marion, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, December 26th, just after noon.

Patty (Jeanie), was a graduate of Alger High School, class of 1963.  She was a member of the cheerleading squad, marching band and Honor Society, receiving state recognition for her scholastic achievements.  She worked in retail sales management, retiring from JCPenney’s,...

Dec 23, 2020

Michael Edwin Highfill, age 75, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2020 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on August 26, 1945 in Dayton, OH to the late Eldon and Helen (Dickson) Highfill.

Michael was a proud veteran of the Vietnam War in the US Army as an Army Intelligence.

He is survived by...

Dec 22, 2020

Ricky Lee "Rick" DeVore, age 77, passed away on Tuesday December 22, 2020 at Riverside in Columbus, OH. He was born in February 13, 1943 in Kenton, OH to the late Joe DeVore and Bette Dysert. Rick was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and brother-in-law.

He married Raeann Hoy on December 7th, 1979...

Dec 19, 2020

Otis Lee Britton, age 45, passed away in Marion, OH on Saturday December 19, 2020. He was born on June 25, 1975 in Marion, OH to Otis William Britton and Sandra Myers.

Otis was passionate about watching his sports, especially the Dallas Cowboys, Ohio State, and the Cincinnati Reds. He also enjoyed fishing in his free time....

Dec 19, 2020

Gary Leroy Gee, age 74, from Mt. Vernon, OH passed away on Saturday December 19, 2020 in Columbus, OH. He was born on February 05, 1946 in Espinola, New Mexico to the late Ray and Jackie (Huey) Gee. Gary proudly served in the US Army. He is survived by his sons; Joshua Gee, Randy Shadley, Robery Shadley, Waldo Shadley,...

Dec 15, 2020

Paul Irvin Haas Jr., age 51, passed away on Tuesday December 15th, 2020 at St. Anns hospital. He was born on January 03, 1969 to Paul Haas Sr., and Debra Walters.

FULL OBITUARY PENDING.

Dec 15, 2020

Felicia Prude age 53 of Marion, Ohio went home to be with The Lord Tuesday December 15, 2020 at Marion General Hospital.  Felicia was born in Marion, Ohio on July 22, 1967 to James Earl Prude and RoseMary (Wade) Hall.

Felicia was a devoted, faithful member of True Faith C.O.G.I.C. where her uncle Supt. Michael J Wade...

Dec 8, 2020

Barbara Elaine Schultz, age 82, passed away on Tuesday December 08, 2020 in Marion, OH. She was born on March 10, 1938 in Marion, OH to the late Donald Vernon and Ruby (Kyle) Almendinger. Barbara was survived by: her children; Rick (Patty) Schultz of Radnor, Troy (Sarah) Schultz of Prospect, Cathy (Jerry) Schultz Pask of Marion, Julie Schultz George...

Dec 7, 2020

Bonnie Lee Prevette, age 78, passed away on Monday December 07, 2020 at Avita Galion Hospital. She was born on September 25, 1942 in Sharon, Pennsylvania.

Bonnie is survived by her children; Paul Martin, Robert Prevette, Bonnie Martin, Wendy Martin, Jody Martin, Tracy Martin, Roberta Prevette, and Ronda Prevette. She is preceded in death by her parents,...

Dec 5, 2020

Edward Earl Dowdy, age 85, passed away on Saturday December 05, 2020 at home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on September 05, 1935 in Marion, OH to the late Lawrence Dowdy and Della (Marshall) Pelphrey. Edward proudly served in the Army. He had also retired from Marion City. He is survived by his children; Michael (Juanita)...

Dec 4, 2020

Ronald D. Ramey Sr., age 69, passed away on Friday December 04, 2020 at his home. He was born on August 24, 1951 in Marion, OH to the late Ralph and Helen Ramey. Ronald was a great father to his children and a great husband. He enjoyed working on cars and was wonderful at it! He is survived by...

Dec 1, 2020

Donnie "Bud" Phillips, age 70, passed away on Tuesday December 01, 2020 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on March 21, 1950 in Majestic, KY to the late James C. and Beatrice (Maynard) Phillips.

Donnie is survived by siblings: Shelvy (Jerry) Dotson of Marion, Norma (Paul) Hickman of Marion, Patricia C. Gardner of Marion, Ron (Ann)...