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Margaret Cook Tuscon, AZ
Margaret Joan Cook, 73, of Tucson, AZ unexpectedly passed away in her home on January 27, 2020. She was born February 5, 1946 in Columbus, Ohio as the eleventh of thirteen children. Joan graduated from Cardington High School Class of 1964.
Preceded in death by Father, Chester A Thompson; Mother, Cecilia B. (Ward) Thompson Hetrick; brothers, Lowell, Arnold, Paul, and James (Jimmy); Sisters, Hester, Irene, Melanie, Alene, and Marie.
Survived by her loving and devoted...
Margaret Joan Cook, 73, of Tucson, AZ unexpectedly passed away in her home on January 27, 2020. She was born February 5, 1946 in Columbus, Ohio as the eleventh of thirteen children. ...
Carl Ackerman Cardington
Carl George Ackerman, 99, of Cardington passed away on May 8, 2020 at his home. Born March 12, 1921 in Marion County, son of Gottlob and Imo (Axthelm) Ackerman, Carl’s siblings included Esther (Ackerman) Cobourn, Robert Ackerman, and Kenneth Ackerman. During childhood, he developed an interest in learning to fly airplanes, and after graduating from Cardington High School in 1939 entered the Army Air Corps, received training at Embry Riddle as a flight instructor and in...
Carl George Ackerman, 99, of Cardington passed away on May 8, 2020 at his home. Born March 12, 1921 in Marion County, son of Gottlob and Imo (Axthelm) Ackerman, Carl’s siblings...
Gerald Blue Marion
Gerald L. Blue, age 91 of Marion, died Friday, May 8, 2020 at the Primrose Retirement Home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in February of 1929 in Marion, Ohio to the late Raymond E. and Erma (Ackley) Blue.
Gerald was a graduate of Pleasant High School in 1947 and then went on to work as an engineering draftsman for Whirlpool for 12 years and for 20 years at Marion Power Shovel. He also served honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War as a Corporal.
In June of...
Gerald L. Blue, age 91 of Marion, died Friday, May 8, 2020 at the Primrose Retirement Home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in February of 1929 in Marion, Ohio to the late Raymond E....
Lois Lewis Mount Gilead
Lois A. Lewis, age 78 of Mount Gilead, died Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at the Morrow Manor Nursing Home. She was born on December 10, 1941 in Galion, Ohio to the late William “Bill” and Ruby Leona (Barrett) Keen.
Lois was a 1960 graduate of Marengo High School and had went on to work as an office manager for 17 years at Conleys. She attended the Pulaskiville Baptist Church. Lois enjoyed landscaping, planting flowers (especially rose bushes), and rocks.
On September 9, 1961 in...
Lois A. Lewis, age 78 of Mount Gilead, died Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at the Morrow Manor Nursing Home. She was born on December 10, 1941 in Galion, Ohio to the late William “Bill” and...
Ramona Berry Mount Gilead
Eileen Berry, age 87 of Mount Gilead died Thursday, April 23, 2020 at the Marion General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 14, 1932 in Jackson County, Ohio to the late Joseph E. and Violet C. (Brandum) Kisor.
Eileen was a 1951 graduate of the Cardington Lincoln High School and had went on to work for Plastic Curtains and North Electric. She had been involved with Guys & Dolls Clothing in Marion and Sam Snacks for over 10 years. Eileen loved to work in her...
Eileen Berry, age 87 of Mount Gilead died Thursday, April 23, 2020 at the Marion General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 14, 1932 in Jackson County, Ohio to the...
Tammy Thacker Cardington
Tammy L. Thacker, age 53 of Cardington, died on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at the Dublin Methodist Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 28, 1966 in Marion to the late Maxine (Osborne) Ricketts.
Tammy was a 1984 graduate of Marion Harding High School. She worked for PPG in Delaware for many years as a Machine Operator.
In her spare time, you would find Tammy in the yard tending to her Sunflower’s or Hummingbird feeders, she was a Hummingbird fanatic. Everyone...
Tammy L. Thacker, age 53 of Cardington, died on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at the Dublin Methodist Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 28, 1966 in Marion to the late...
Elizabeth "Betty" Ritchey Mount Gilead
Elizabeth B. “Betty” Ritchey 92 passed away peacefully on April 17, 2020 after a battle with lung cancer. The Betty Shade Ritchey story began with her birth October 8, 1927 to George and Emily Shade in Mount Gilead, Ohio. Betty was their fifth child and could always be found helping her father at the “Shady Inn Garage” or playing basketball and baseball. She was always a bit of a Tom Boy. As she got older, she was always “up to no good” in her Model A...
Elizabeth B. “Betty” Ritchey 92 passed away peacefully on April 17, 2020 after a battle with lung cancer. The Betty Shade Ritchey story began with her birth October 8, 1927 to George...
Marilyn Edgell Cardington
Marilyn R. Edgell, age 87 of Cardington passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at home surrounded by many loved ones. She was born on August 11, 1932 to the late Doyle and Opal (Huffman) Ocker.
Marilyn was a graduate of Cardington High School in the Class of 1950. She then went on to be a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Marilyn enjoyed her grandchildren, her Florida home and family, watching softball, baseball, and bowling as well as reading a good book.
In 1950 Marilyn married Richard Dale...
Marilyn R. Edgell, age 87 of Cardington passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at home surrounded by many loved ones. She was born on August 11, 1932 to the late Doyle and Opal (Huffman)...
George Ferguson Cardington
George A. Ferguson, age 75 of Cardington, died Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at his home. He was born on October 6, 1944 in Marion to the late George C. and Mildred V. (Mannasmith) Ferguson.
George was a high school graduate and went on to attend some college before finding his way into the work force. He took a job with the Ohio Department of Transportation where he worked his way into a superintendent roll. George worked 52 years for ODOT until his retirement. He was a member at the Elks...
George A. Ferguson, age 75 of Cardington, died Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at his home. He was born on October 6, 1944 in Marion to the late George C. and Mildred V. (Mannasmith) Ferguson.
George...
Lanny R. VanHouten, age 77 of Cardington died Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at the Marion General Hospital. He was born on December 4, 1942 in Mt. Vernon to the late Roger A. and Kathryn M. (Ralston) VanHouten.
Lanny was a graduate of Mount Gilead High School with the Class of 1960. He went on to receive his Associate Degree at an Electronics School in Columbus. Lanny was a Supervisor of Manufacturing at ITT North Electric where he retired from. After retirement, he worked at C & D...
Lanny R. VanHouten, age 77 of Cardington died Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at the Marion General Hospital. He was born on December 4, 1942 in Mt. Vernon to the late Roger A. and Kathryn M. (Ralston)...
Ronald Hand Cardington
Ronald L. Hand, age 64 of Cardington, died Sunday, April 5, 2020, at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born on January 30, 1956, in Columbus to the late James Erbie Amick and Nancy L. (Nunnemaker).
Ronald attended Marion Franklin High School in Columbus and had gone on to work for Carquest Auto Parts. Ronald loved playing his guitars and music of any sort. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his beloved dog, Buster.
On January 21, 2009, in Marion Ronald married...
Ronald L. Hand, age 64 of Cardington, died Sunday, April 5, 2020, at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born on January 30, 1956, in Columbus to the late James Erbie Amick and Nancy...
Brian Hess Cardington
Brian S. Hess, age 41 of Cardington, died Saturday, April 4, 2020 at his home. He was born on November 30, 1978 to Vicki L. (Wise) and Carl W. Hess.
Brian was a 1997 graduate of Cardington-Lincoln High School. He had worked at the Kroger Warehouse as a mechanic for many years before he left to take care of his ailing mother.
Brian had spent most of his time over the last few years devoted to taking care of his mother, trying to provide her with the best care possible before she passed. He...
Brian S. Hess, age 41 of Cardington, died Saturday, April 4, 2020 at his home. He was born on November 30, 1978 to Vicki L. (Wise) and Carl W. Hess.
Brian was a 1997 graduate of...
Chester Rickard Mount Gilead
Chester J. Rickard, age 87 of Mt. Gilead, died Saturday, April 4, 2020 at the Bennington Glenn Nursing Center. He was born on May 12, 1932 to the late Earl and Sarah Louise (Armentrout) Rickard.
Chester was a graduate of Central High School in Columbus and went on to volunteer at the Franklin Township Fire Department and worked for the U.S. Postal Service until retirement. Chet loved growing vegetables in his garden. He also tended a small apple orchard and made some of the best cider...
Chester J. Rickard, age 87 of Mt. Gilead, died Saturday, April 4, 2020 at the Bennington Glenn Nursing Center. He was born on May 12, 1932 to the late Earl and Sarah Louise (Armentrout)...
Gavin Shadwick Marengo
Gavin D. Shadwick, age 73, of Marengo died Monday, March 23, 2020, in the Marion General Hospital. He was born January 4, 1947, in Columbus to the late Leo “Pete” and Mary J. (White) Shadwick.
Gavin was a graduate of Dublin High School and had been the Director of Education at the Ohio State Barber College. He was an animal lover who liked horses, cattle and dogs. He enjoyed doing oil painting on canvas and was a weaver of stories and tales. He was a fan of muscle cars, car...
Gavin D. Shadwick, age 73, of Marengo died Monday, March 23, 2020, in the Marion General Hospital. He was born January 4, 1947, in Columbus to the late Leo “Pete” and Mary J. (White)...
Paul DeSelms Cardington
Paul R. DeSelms, age 96 of Cardington, died Thursday, March 26, 2020 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on June 16, 1923 in Toledo, Ohio to the late Chester A. and Leverta W. (Waltermire) DeSelms.
Paul was a graduate of Otterbein College and had went on to work for the Whirlpool Corporation until he retired. He also served honorably in the United State Navy during WWII where he served on the LST 391 in the Atlantic Fleet.
Paul was a member of the Free Mason’s and was a...
Paul R. DeSelms, age 96 of Cardington, died Thursday, March 26, 2020 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on June 16, 1923 in Toledo, Ohio to the late Chester A. and Leverta W....
Charles Benner Mount Gilead
Charles A. Benner, age 63, of Mt. Gilead died on Thursday March 26, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Dec. 30, 1956 in Mt Gilead, to the late John Benner and the late Elaine (Griffin) Keirns.
Chuck was a lifelong resident of Morrow County and a 1975 graduate of Mt. Gilead High School. His career began as a Dispatcher, and then advanced to the Deputy Sergeant, with the Morrow County Sheriff Dept. and was also with the Cardington Police Dept., during that time. He then...
Charles A. Benner, age 63, of Mt. Gilead died on Thursday March 26, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Dec. 30, 1956 in Mt Gilead, to the late John Benner and the late Elaine...
Barbara Gompf Cardington
Barbara L. Gompf, age 66, of Cardington died Wednesday, March 18, 2020, in the Bennington Glenn Nursing Center. She was born May 23, 1953, in Mount Gilead to Robert E. and Donna June (Smith) Gompf.
Barbara was a 1971 graduate of Cardington Lincoln High School and continued her education at Ohio University. Barbara found her “dream job” at the Walden Bookstore in Marion and enjoyed 20 years of employment there until they closed. She then worked at Sunoco for several years and the...
Barbara L. Gompf, age 66, of Cardington died Wednesday, March 18, 2020, in the Bennington Glenn Nursing Center. She was born May 23, 1953, in Mount Gilead to Robert E. and Donna June (Smith)...
Obituary for Louise A. Rickard:
Louise A. Rickard, age 86, of Mount Gilead, died Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at the Bennington Glenn Nursing Center. She was born on April 10, 1933 in Harrisburg, Ohio to the late Roy M. and Mary E (Chenoweth) Benjamin.
Louise was a graduate of Central High School in Columbus. After high school, she worked as a waitress and legal secretary for several years, rising to vice president at Louisville Title in Columbus before relocating to Morrow County where she...
Obituary for Louise A. Rickard:
Louise A. Rickard, age 86, of Mount Gilead, died Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at the Bennington Glenn Nursing Center. She was born on April 10, 1933 in Harrisburg,...
Roger Williams Marengo
Roger C. Williams, age 76 of Marengo went home on Thursday, March 5, 2020 surrounded by his family at his home. He was born on April 8, 1943 to the late Robert and Evelyn (Beacom) Williams.
Roger was the owner and operator at Truck One Company. He was an over the road semi-truck driver. Roger loved his grandkids, great-grandkids and his family. He had a big heart. He also loved to mow the yard.
On October 2, 1976, Roger married the love of his life, Erma Hughes, in Clintwood, VA and she...
Roger C. Williams, age 76 of Marengo went home on Thursday, March 5, 2020 surrounded by his family at his home. He was born on April 8, 1943 to the late Robert and Evelyn (Beacom) Williams.
Roger...
Rhodella Thompson Marengo
Rhodella Thompson, age 71 of Marengo died Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at the Marion General Hospital. She was born on February 7, 1949 in Welch, West Virginia to the late Melvin and Ella J. (Hatfield) Browning.
Rhodella had worked in the packaging department for Worthington Foods.
For Rhodella, family was her top priority and she loved spending time with them. She also enjoyed traveling to Tennessee with her husband, where they would rent a cabin and go bear watching.
On August 13,...
Rhodella Thompson, age 71 of Marengo died Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at the Marion General Hospital. She was born on February 7, 1949 in Welch, West Virginia to the late Melvin and Ella J....
Marilyn Hill-Wenger Mount Gilead
Marilyn A. Hill-Wenger, age 79 of Mount Gilead died Thursday, February 20, 2020 at home. She was born on August 26, 1940 to the late W. Davis and Irene (Mabrey) Minor in Oakland, CA.
Marilyn had worked 27 years for Travelers Insurance. She was very active with the Gilead Friends Church, helping with different activities and praying for missionaries. Marilyn enjoyed eating out with Fred and traveling to various places. She loved reading and visiting with people and always enjoyed connecting...
Marilyn A. Hill-Wenger, age 79 of Mount Gilead died Thursday, February 20, 2020 at home. She was born on August 26, 1940 to the late W. Davis and Irene (Mabrey) Minor in Oakland, CA.
Marilyn had...
Noah Graham Hilliard
Noah F. Graham, age 84 of Hilliard passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at home. He was born on April 11, 1935 to the late Noah F. Graham Sr. and Mabel Marie (Turner) Adkins.
Noah was a sheet metal mechanic and owned Graham Sheet Metal Company. He was a 32nd Degree Mason. Noah restored antique tractor body parts. He was an inventor, metal art sculptor and enjoyed collecting different guns and knives. Noah was a woodworker, carpenter, electrician, a master of all trades. He enjoyed playing...
Noah F. Graham, age 84 of Hilliard passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at home. He was born on April 11, 1935 to the late Noah F. Graham Sr. and Mabel Marie (Turner) Adkins.
Noah was a sheet...
Richard "Rick" Edgell Cardington
Richard “Rick” L. Edgell, age 69 of Fulton, died Saturday, February 22, 2020 at the Morrow County Hospital. He was born on November 10, 1950 to Richard D. and Marilyn R. (Ocker) Edgell in Galion Ohio.
Rick was a 1968 graduate of the Cardington-Lincoln High School. He worked for Stahls for several years, before working for Amana for 14 years. Rick drove truck for a period of time, where he was able to travel the country with his loving wife.
Rick enjoyed go-kart racing, NASCAR...
Richard “Rick” L. Edgell, age 69 of Fulton, died Saturday, February 22, 2020 at the Morrow County Hospital. He was born on November 10, 1950 to Richard D. and Marilyn R. (Ocker) Edgell...
Tommy Chafin Cardington
Tommy L. Chafin, age 80 of Cardington died Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on July 30, 1939 in Lebanon, VA to the late Robert and May (Clark) Chafin.
Tommy worked in management at the Glenwood Range in Delaware. Tommy was a member of Christ the King Church in Fredericktown.
Tommy enjoyed golfing, hand painting on canvas, and doing woodworking projects like crafts and furniture with his wife. He loved history, researching different historical events, his...
Tommy L. Chafin, age 80 of Cardington died Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on July 30, 1939 in Lebanon, VA to the late Robert and May (Clark) Chafin.
Tommy worked...
Cathy Brookover Mount Gilead
Cathy S. Brookover, age 61 of Mount Gilead died Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Marion General Hospital. She was born on October 23, 1958 in Mt. Gilead to the late Ernest and Ruth (Powell) Wigton.
Cathy married Steve Brookover, and he survives. She was a daycare worker and she enjoyed crafts, read romance novels, country music, and collecting things.
In addition to her husband, Cathy is survived by her siblings: Carol Wigton of Mt. Gilead, Susan (Danny) Geyer of Marion, Annie (Brian) Belcher...
Cathy S. Brookover, age 61 of Mount Gilead died Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Marion General Hospital. She was born on October 23, 1958 in Mt. Gilead to the late Ernest and Ruth (Powell)...
Robert "Bob" Mathews Cardington
Robert G. Mathews, age 85 of Cardington passed away on Friday morning, February 7, 2020 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on May 7, 1934 in Cardington to the late Guy and Helen (Peppard) Mathews.
Bob was a graduate and class president of Cardington-Lincoln High School Class of 1952. He went on to serve honorably in the United States Army. Bob served two years on active duty at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and four years in the Army Reserve and Ready Reserve.
Bob was the owner of Mathews...
Robert G. Mathews, age 85 of Cardington passed away on Friday morning, February 7, 2020 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on May 7, 1934 in Cardington to the late Guy and Helen (Peppard)...
Karen Longstreth Mount Vernon
Karen S. Longstreth, age 70, of Mt. Vernon died Saturday Feb. 1, 2020 at the Kobacker House. She was born March 7, 1949 in Delaware to the late George F. and Susie (Christian) Longstreth.
Karen loved her babies and enjoyed listening to music. Karen’s most treasured moments in life were spending time with her family.
Karen is survived by her siblings, Kate Willis of Delaware, Rick (Elaine) Longstreth of Cardington, Mike (Paula) Longstreth of Richwood, Cheryl (Zane) Layman of Delaware,...
Karen S. Longstreth, age 70, of Mt. Vernon died Saturday Feb. 1, 2020 at the Kobacker House. She was born March 7, 1949 in Delaware to the late George F. and Susie (Christian) Longstreth.
Karen...
Natalie Harris Cardington
Natalie Harris, age 50 of Cardington died unexpectedly Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at the Morrow County Hospital. She was born on November 25, 1969 in Detroit, MI to the late Myron and Sofia (Sawkulycz) Skorupa.
Natalie was a 1987 graduate of Immaculate Conception High School in Warren, MI. She went on to achieve her Nursing Degree at the Henry Ford School of nursing. At the time of her passing, Natalie was working for Aetna Insurance as an appeals nurse consultant.
On October 7, 2006,...
Natalie Harris, age 50 of Cardington died unexpectedly Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at the Morrow County Hospital. She was born on November 25, 1969 in Detroit, MI to the late Myron and Sofia...
Clifford Kincaid Cardington
Clifford E. Kincaid, age 86 of Cardington died Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Community Nursing Care in Marion. He was born on June 6, 1933 to the late Daniel and Airetta (Stoner) Kincaid.
Clifford was a factory worker for Eaton Manufacturing. He served honorably in the United State Army. Clifford enjoyed bowling, golfing, fishing, and hunting.
On April 10, 1951, Clifford married Edith Kelly in Greenup, KY and she preceded him in death on January 14, 2005.
Clifford is survived by his...
Clifford E. Kincaid, age 86 of Cardington died Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Community Nursing Care in Marion. He was born on June 6, 1933 to the late Daniel and Airetta (Stoner)...
Vicki Wise Cardington
Vicki L. Wise, age 67 of Cardington took her final breath here on earth, Wednesday morning, January 29, 2020 at her home. She was born on March 28, 1952 to the late Eugene and Ruby (Davis) Wise.
Vicki was graduate of Highland High School with the Class of 1970. She had been a teller at the Peoples Bank and Bank 1 in Cardington, clerk for Cardington Village and retired from the Frontier Phone Company.
Vicki was a member of the VFW Post #8054 and of the Galion Moose Club. She loved to...
Vicki L. Wise, age 67 of Cardington took her final breath here on earth, Wednesday morning, January 29, 2020 at her home. She was born on March 28, 1952 to the late Eugene and Ruby (Davis)...
Mavis Hayes Marengo
Mavis J. Hayes, age 93, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born on April 28, 1926 in Waterloo, Iowa to the late John and Neva (Frederickson) Bird.
Mavis was a homemaker and raised 8 children. She graduated from North High School in Columbus in 1944. Mavis was a strong woman of God who trusted the Lord with all her heart. She instilled her love for God in her children and has left this legacy to all her descendants. Mom said many times “Is...
Mavis J. Hayes, age 93, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born on April 28, 1926 in Waterloo, Iowa to the late John and Neva (Frederickson)...
Mary Thomas Cardington
Mary A. Thomas, age 91, of Cardington passed away on Friday morning, January 24, 2020 at Bennington Glen Nursing Center. She was born on September 21, 1928 in Chesterville, Ohio to the late Hugh and Anna Pearl (Dawson) Fogle.
Mary was a graduate of Chesterville High School in the Class of 1946. She was a homemaker and a member of the Fairview United Methodist Church. Mary was the organist/pianist for 40 years and a member of the ladies sewing group at her church.
Mary enjoyed farming,...
Mary A. Thomas, age 91, of Cardington passed away on Friday morning, January 24, 2020 at Bennington Glen Nursing Center. She was born on September 21, 1928 in Chesterville, Ohio to the late Hugh...
Floyd "Rosco" Davidson Cardington
Floyd Robert “Rosco” Davidson, age 67 of Cardington died Monday evening, January 20, 2020 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born on May 27, 1952 in Mason City, WV to the late Robert and Ruth Ellen (Lowe) Davidson Jr.
Rosco had been an electrician for Simms Electric. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles and the VFW #8054. Rosco enjoyed working on his trucks, mower and cutting the grass. He loved his grandkids dearly and was an OSU athletics enthusiast.
On...
Floyd Robert “Rosco” Davidson, age 67 of Cardington died Monday evening, January 20, 2020 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born on May 27, 1952 in Mason City, WV to the late...
Wilma Davis Cardington
Wilma J. Davis, age 90 formerly of Cardington passed away Friday morning, January 17, 2020 at Woodside Village Care Center. She was born on January 8, 1930 to the late Elvie Clyde and Marguerite (Pliester) Gregory.
Wilma was a homemaker. She enjoyed crocheting blankets for all her grandkids when they graduated from high school and embroidering pillowcases for her grandkids as well as their spouses. She was very involved with her church, Fairview United Methodist Church, taking on roles as...
Wilma J. Davis, age 90 formerly of Cardington passed away Friday morning, January 17, 2020 at Woodside Village Care Center. She was born on January 8, 1930 to the late Elvie Clyde and Marguerite...
Lee Gibson Marion
Lee O. Gibson Jr., age 65, formerly of Cardington, died Monday, January 20, 2020 at his sons’ home. He was born on February 17, 1954 in Marion to Lee and Edna Gibson Sr.
Lee was a 1972 graduate of Cardington Lincoln High School and went on to work numerous jobs in a factory.
Lee’s favorite thing to do was playing the guitar, and he also enjoyed fishing and hunting. Lee read a lot of books.
On May 2, 1985 in Cardington, Lee married Bonita E. (Cowles) and she preceded him in...
Lee O. Gibson Jr., age 65, formerly of Cardington, died Monday, January 20, 2020 at his sons’ home. He was born on February 17, 1954 in Marion to Lee and Edna Gibson Sr.
Lee was a 1972...
Jeanie M. Thompson, age 44 of Cardington died Thursday, January 9, 2020. She was born on August 28, 1975 to the late Roger Taylor and Lucille (Phillips) Taylor of Rutland, OH.
Jeanie worked in the food service industry. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, playing Minecraft, and taking care of her family.
On January 26, 1995 Jeanie married Matthew Thompson in Prospect, who survives in Cardington.
In addition to her mother, Jeanie is survived by two daughters, Kayla (Robert) Pittenger and...
Jeanie M. Thompson, age 44 of Cardington died Thursday, January 9, 2020. She was born on August 28, 1975 to the late Roger Taylor and Lucille (Phillips) Taylor of Rutland, OH.
Jeanie worked in...
Kermit "Duke" Birtcher Marengo
Kermit “Duke” Birtcher, age 79, of Marengo passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Bennington Glenn Nursing Center. Duke was born on June 3, 1940 to the late Guy and Thelma (Duncan) Birtcher.
Duke worked in construction doing various jobs. He was a huge pool shark and had won lots of trophies in pool. Duke was always busy with his children and grandchildren and he loved his Pontiac Fiero.
On June 24, 1967 in Napoleon, OH, Duke married Cheryl Collins who preceded him in death...
Kermit “Duke” Birtcher, age 79, of Marengo passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Bennington Glenn Nursing Center. Duke was born on June 3, 1940 to the late Guy and Thelma (Duncan)...
Melinda "Mindi" Shade Marengo
Melinda (Mindi) R. Shade, age 47 of Marengo passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at her home. She was born on June 15, 1972 to Thomas and Sherry (Owens) Graham of Cardington.
Mindi was a STNA in the home health care field. She was a graduate of Cardington Lincoln High School with the Class of 1990.
Mindi loved her kids, grandkids, niece, nephew, numerous cousins, and all of her friends. She loved being a caregiver, helping anyone in need. Mindi enjoyed house plants, outdoor flowers,...
Melinda (Mindi) R. Shade, age 47 of Marengo passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at her home. She was born on June 15, 1972 to Thomas and Sherry (Owens) Graham of Cardington.
Mindi was a STNA...
Bianca Coon Cardington
Bianca R. Coon, age 46 of Cardington, died Friday, December 27, 2019 at the Marion General Hospital. She was born on October 30, 1973 in Mt. Gilead Ohio to Phillip V. Helman and Linda L. (Osborn) Carlisle.
Bianca was a 1991 graduate of Mt. Gilead High School. She was working for Trillium Farms in Johnstown as a Quality Control Inspector.
On May 27, 2006 in Cardington, Bianca Married Richard E. Coon, and he survives in Cardington.
Bianca enjoyed collecting wind chimes and snow globes. She...
Bianca R. Coon, age 46 of Cardington, died Friday, December 27, 2019 at the Marion General Hospital. She was born on October 30, 1973 in Mt. Gilead Ohio to Phillip V. Helman and Linda L. (Osborn)...
Tommy Craze Mount Vernon
Tommy Douglas Craze, born October 16, 1970, suddenly and unexpectedly went to his heavenly home on Monday, December 23rd, 2019. He was 49 years old.
Tommy is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 24 years, Mandy Ann Craze, his mother Carolyn (Yoakam) Craze, and brothers, Troy and Tim. In addition to his immediate family, Tommy had a large extended family and was affectionately known as “Uncle Funcle” to many of those that loved him.
Tommy was preceded in death by his...
Tommy Douglas Craze, born October 16, 1970, suddenly and unexpectedly went to his heavenly home on Monday, December 23rd, 2019. He was 49 years old.
Tommy is survived by his devoted and loving...
Deborah Hannah-Hughes Cardington
Deborah M. Hannah-Hughes, age 66 of Cardington died Sunday, December 15, 2019 at Marion General Hospital. She was born on January 6, 1953, to the late Frank and Patsy (Archer) Joan Sr.
Deborah was a homemaker, and she also cleaned houses for other people. She enjoyed crocheting and quilting, making things for her grandkids. Deborah went above and beyond to help anyone she could. She was truly an amazing person.
Deborah is survived by her husband, Richard Hughes of Cardington; 3 children:...
Deborah M. Hannah-Hughes, age 66 of Cardington died Sunday, December 15, 2019 at Marion General Hospital. She was born on January 6, 1953, to the late Frank and Patsy (Archer) Joan Sr.
Deborah...
Marilyn Shoemaker Fulton
Marilyn J. Shoemaker, age 81 of Fulton, died Friday, December 13, 2019, at Heartland of Marion. She was born on April 28, 1938, in Cardington to the late Clyde J. and Sophia A. (Miles) Longshore.
Marilyn was a 1956 graduate of the Cardington Lincoln High School. She had worked at Morrow County Courthouse, Burcliff Industries, and as an aid in a nursing home.
Marilyn was a lifetime member of Center United Methodist Church. She enjoyed gardening and flowers. Marilyn’s first love was...
Marilyn J. Shoemaker, age 81 of Fulton, died Friday, December 13, 2019, at Heartland of Marion. She was born on April 28, 1938, in Cardington to the late Clyde J. and Sophia A. (Miles)...
Joyce Deland Edison
Joyce Deland, age 82, of Edison left us expectantly Dec. 7, 2019. She was born Sept. 21, 1937 in Bayonne, New Jersey to the late Clyde and Dorothy (Crum) LeFever.
Joyce had worked as a bank teller, hairdresser, and a homemaker. She enjoyed reading, putting puzzles together, camping, and gambling. She loved to “hop in the car and go anywhere.”
Survivors include her two sons; Robert (Pam) Deland of Edison and Richard (Collette) Deland of Brooklyn, N.Y.
In addition to her...
Joyce Deland, age 82, of Edison left us expectantly Dec. 7, 2019. She was born Sept. 21, 1937 in Bayonne, New Jersey to the late Clyde and Dorothy (Crum) LeFever.
Joyce had worked as a bank...
Eugene Foster Marion
Eugene J. Foster, age 90 of Marion died Monday, December 9, 2019 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on May 15, 1929 to the late John and Bertha (Henning) Foster.
Eugene was graduate of Mt. Gilead High school in the Class of 1947. He honorably served in the United States Army. Eugene worked for HPM for 35 years as a chief engineer of remanufacturing in Marion.
Eugene enjoyed playing cards, especially Euchre, golf, bowling, wood working, and being an amateur electrician.
On December 5,...
Eugene J. Foster, age 90 of Marion died Monday, December 9, 2019 at Marion General Hospital. He was born on May 15, 1929 to the late John and Bertha (Henning) Foster.
Eugene was graduate of Mt....
Dorene Davis Cardington
Dorene E. Davis, age 91 of Cardington died Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Heartland of Marion. She was born on March 28, 1928 to the late Charles and Beatrice (Thompson) Nulk.
Dorene was a graduate of Cardington Lincoln High School in the Class of 1946. She had worked at North Electric and was a teacher’s aide for many years in the Cardington Elementary School.
Dorene had been a long-time member of the Cardington First United Methodist Church. She enjoyed playing cards, cooking, and...
Dorene E. Davis, age 91 of Cardington died Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Heartland of Marion. She was born on March 28, 1928 to the late Charles and Beatrice (Thompson) Nulk.
Dorene was a graduate...
Karen Casteel Marengo
Karen A. Casteel, age 81 of Marengo, died Thursday, November 21, 2019, at the Bennington Glenn Nursing Home. She was born on September 21, 1938, in Marengo to the late Richard M. and Anna E. (Carlson) Gaddis.
Karen was a 1956 graduate of Marengo High School. She had worked at Sanese Vending as a cook, had delivered newspapers on a route in Marion, and served as a hostess and cashier at the Farmstead Inn. Karen was a member of the Fargo Wesleyan Church where she was very active, taught...
Karen A. Casteel, age 81 of Marengo, died Thursday, November 21, 2019, at the Bennington Glenn Nursing Home. She was born on September 21, 1938, in Marengo to the late Richard M. and Anna E....
Roger Hazen Cardington
Roger A. Hazen, age 27 of Cardington died Saturday, November 16, 2019. He was born on September 12, 1992 to John and Andrea (Wrzyszczynski) Hazen who survive in Cardington.
Roger was a graduate of Cardington High School with the class of 2011. He worked in I.T. Roger built his first computer when he was 12. He lived to work on computers. Roger also enjoyed spending time with his kids and working on cars.
In addition to his parents, Roger is survived by 2 children: Jackson Hazen...
Roger A. Hazen, age 27 of Cardington died Saturday, November 16, 2019. He was born on September 12, 1992 to John and Andrea (Wrzyszczynski) Hazen who survive in Cardington.
Roger was a...
Jason Arnold Marengo
Jason L. Arnold, age 34 of Marengo died Tuesday, November 19, 2019. He was born on June 6, 1985 to James and Wendy (Bowers) Arnold who survive in Marengo.
Jason was a graduate of Cardington High School in the Class of 2004. He worked at Arby’s. Jason enjoyed spending time with his children, playing and watching sports and riding the 4-wheeler.
In addition to his parents, Jason is survived by 3 children: Alexis Arnold, Brianna Arnold and Levi Arnold; a brother, David (Brittany) Arnold...
Jason L. Arnold, age 34 of Marengo died Tuesday, November 19, 2019. He was born on June 6, 1985 to James and Wendy (Bowers) Arnold who survive in Marengo.
Jason was a graduate of Cardington High...
Emily Keller Mount Gilead
Emily Keller, age 86 of Mount Gilead died Friday morning, November 15, 2019 at home. She was born on March 30, 1933 in Kentucky to the late Frank and Laura Sparkman Sr.
Emily had a BA from William & Mary College and was 1 semester away from a master’s degree in psychology. She had been a Project Manager for HUD and a Postmaster in Jacksonville, FL.
Emily had a strong faith in God. She enjoyed listening to her son, David’s fishing stories, spending time with her grandkids,...
Emily Keller, age 86 of Mount Gilead died Friday morning, November 15, 2019 at home. She was born on March 30, 1933 in Kentucky to the late Frank and Laura Sparkman Sr.
Emily had a BA from...
Marsha Shirley Galion
Marsha L. Shirley, age 82 of Galion, died Sunday, November 10, 2019 at Signature of Galion. She was born on November 8, 1937 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Marshall & Margaret (Johnson) Westbrook.
Marsha was a graduate of Cardington Lincoln High School. She went on to work at I.T.T as a computer programmer for 20 years. Marsha was a member of the sewing club in her earlier years.
On April 1, 1955 in Cardington Marsha married Richard O. Shirley and he survives in Galion.
In addition to...
Marsha L. Shirley, age 82 of Galion, died Sunday, November 10, 2019 at Signature of Galion. She was born on November 8, 1937 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Marshall & Margaret (Johnson)...
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