Obituaries

Apr 16, 2020

Devin J. Cochrun born November 14, 1972 and passed away April 16, 2020. He graduated from Harding High School in 1991 and then went to OSU. He graduated there in 96’ with a B.A. in History. He worked in Columbus since, in several different positions. The last was setting up the computer system for a company that transferred long...

Apr 16, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Jeremy Brian Friley announces his passing after a struggle for many years due to illness, on Thursday April 16, 2020. Jeremy was 27 years old. He has been a resident of Marion, Ohio all his life. Jeremy was born on June 14, 1992. Proceeding him in death was his father...

Apr 4, 2020

DYLAN JOESEPH BOURBONNAIS age 33 sadly passed away at his home on April 4th, 2020. He was born January 3rd, 1987 in Marion, Ohio. The son of Anthony J. Bourbonnais and Kelly Holtz of Marion. Dylan loved his family and friends, he enjoyed playing softball and football and socializing with his many many friends. Through out the years he...

Mar 27, 2020

Christopher Ray Johnson, age 30, passed away on Friday March 27, 2020 in Marion, OH. Chris was born on March 16, 1990 to Donald Johnson and Barbara Wilson.

Chris is survived by his parents; his son Zander; brothers Robert Johnson, DJ Johnson; grandmothers Sheila Agnes, Janice Thompson; aunt Mary Wilson; and uncles Mike Johnson, Brian (Holly) Johnson....

Mar 26, 2020

Ernest Wesley, Jr., age 55, went to the loving arms of his Lord on March 26, 2020. Ernest, Jr. was born to Ernest Wesley, Sr. and the late Hattie Mae (Davis) Wesley on February 24, 1965. He was preceded in death by his mother Hattie Mae, and his brother Charlie Wesley.

Those who will miss Ernest’s passing...

Mar 18, 2020

Cecil Eugene Friley Jr., age 62, passed away on Wednesday March 18, 2020 at Marion General Hospital.

He was born on November 25, 1957 in Flatwoods, Kentucky to Cecil Friley Sr. and Edna Blevins.

Visitation will be held on Monday March 30, 2020 from 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. at Solid Foundation Pentecostal Church 1122...

Mar 15, 2020

Breeze Nichole Owens was born on November 28th, 1978 to Phillip Owens and Judy Owens(Ferguson). Breeze had a big heart and was loved by her family and friends. She was a giver at heart and was always willing to lend a hand to anyone who needed it. She was also a giver in death for she donated her organs...

Mar 13, 2020

Clara Darlene Gherman, 89, left this earth and went to be with the Lord on March 13, 2020. She was born August 26, 1930 in Marion, Ohio to Esther Ruth Shults and Ralph Raymond Ulrich and lived her entire life in Marion. She graduated from Marion High School in 1948.

Darlene married Dick Gherman in Marion on...

Mar 12, 2020

James Alan Kelley, age 73, passed away on Thursday March 12, 2020 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus. He was born on October 22, 1946 in Columbus, OH to the late Roy and Ruth (Padovani) Kelley.

James is survived by his loving wife of 34 years Cheryl Kelley; son Jon (Sarah) Kelley; grandchildren Clark and Parker Kelley; brother...

Mar 7, 2020

Edward P. Damphouse, 82, of Marion, Ohio, was called home on March 7, 2020 and now walks, pain free, with Jesus.

Ed was born in Leamington, Ontario, Canada on July 16, 1937 to Peter and Eva Damphouse.  Edward was a brother to Darcy Damphouse, Marie Harrison, Connie Dolan, Kathy Wesenburg, and Jack Damphouse.

Ed was...

Mar 1, 2020

It is with sadness that we share our husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother and friend passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 at around 3 PM.

In a very symbolic and fitting way, the afternoon sun and the Son of God were shining on Tom and on his family and friends this past Sunday.  Tom would want us...

Feb 25, 2020

Roland Edward Harrington, age 66, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on February 25th. He was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio to the late Roland and Blanche (Ferguson) Harrington. He leaves his wife of 29 years, Marie-Celine, sons Chad Harrington, Gary (Tiffany) Harrington, and Frank (Katie) Kobak; daughters Misty Kaye Stachler, and Caroline (Robbie) Kobak. In addition, his much...

Feb 23, 2020

Seth Tomas Sturgell, age 23, passed away suddenly on February 23, 2020. Seth was born to the late Noah Kemp and Marie (Bloomfield) Perry in London, OH on May 28, 1996. He was a high school graduate, and he was known for his love of family and friends.

Seth was preceded in death by his grandparents Clifford...

Feb 17, 2020

Randall Eugene Alicie of Fredericktown, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 17, 2020 surrounded by family and life-long friends. One of five children, Randall was born on March 21, 1955 in Tazewell, VA to Dora Lee McGuire (Alicie) (Webb) and Archie Alicie, both preceding Randall in death; he is survived by his step-father and friend, Clarence Junior McGuire...

Feb 11, 2020

Douglas Allen Robinson, age 58, passed away on Tuesday February 11, 2020 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on December 17, 1961 in Delaware, OH to his parents Leon Robinson and Lyrnda Lanham.

During his free time Doug enjoyed playing his guitar, playing with his grandkids and listening to the scanner.

He is survived...

Feb 8, 2020

Bart Dwain Warren, age 70, passed away on February 08, 2020. He was born on February 19, 1949 in Clarksville, Arkansas to the late Sam and Jessie (Beasley) Warren. Bart was a proud member of the US Navy, Vietnam War. He was a minister of the gospel and pastored many churches throughout the years. Bart worked at Central Soya-...

Feb 6, 2020

Joyce Ann Kennedy, age 76, passed away at the hospital in Marion on February 6, 2020. She was born in Akron OH to the late Aaron E. and Juanita M. (Wilson) Feagain on December 26, 1943 - a Christmas present. Joyce graduated from high school in Akron, was later married, and she focused on being an exemplary homemaker. She...

Feb 5, 2020

Heather Lynn Rizzo, age 46, passed away on Wednesday February 05, 2020. She was born in Marion, OH on February 02, 1974 to Rick Shank and Nannette (Leonard W.) Richardson. Heather is survived by; daughter Deja Rizzo; mother Nannette (Leonard W.) Richardson; sister Dawn Swihart; brother Anthony Richardson;  grandmother Betty Rizzo; 3 grandchildren and a niece and nephew. She...

Feb 3, 2020

Sandra Johnson, age 72, of Prospect, OH passed away on Monday February 03, 2020. She was born in Lewistown, PA on July 25, 1947 to the late Mary and Harry Burdge. Sandra went to Bucyrus High School. The best part of her life started when she met the love of her life, Jim. She was a hard worker most...

Jan 28, 2020

Wanda Faye Kelley born on May 8, 1940 passed away January 28, 2020. She was born in Pedro, Ohio to Cecil James and Mary Ellen Hush. Wanda loved her family. She loved family get togethers and her favorite holiday was Christmas. She loved having cookouts in the summer. Her favorite past time was watching John Wayne cowboy movies and...