Obituaries

Alice Waltzer

Alice Waltzer

Feb 1, 2017

Alice M. Waltzer, 87, of West Mansfield, entered her heavenly mansion, Wednesday, February 1, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Born November 5, 1929 in Logan County, she was the daughter of the late Asa and Frances (Sloan) Titus. Also preceding her in death was a son, Larry Waltzer, sisters-in-law, Ida Henry and Ethel Jackson and brothers-in-law, Dewey Ford, Bill...

Alfreda Kleiber

Alfreda Kleiber

Jan 20, 2017

Alfreda Lydia Louise Kleiber, 83, of Marysville, died Friday January 20, 2017 surrounded by her family at the James Cancer Hospital in Columbus. Born August 1, 1933 in Union County, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Rosina (Rausch) Nicol. On October 16, 1954 she was married to Herbert C.A. Kleiber by Reverend Edward Hoeferkamp. They would share...

Dorothy Sweeney

Dorothy Sweeney

Jan 19, 2017

Dorothy 'Dot' Jean Scheiderer Sweeney, 83, died unexpectedly Thursday, January 19, 2017. She was born November 20, 1933 to the late Alfred and Marie Scheiderer. On September 27,1951, she married Thomas Shields Sweeney. She was preceded in death by her spouse, her brothers, Curtis, Bill, and Lowell Fredrick Scheiderer; sisters, Margaret Luke, Lillian Erwin, Valarie Jane Reese; brothers and sisters...

Rebecca Wilson

Rebecca Wilson

Jan 18, 2017

Rebecca M. "Becky" Wilson, 83, of Marysville, died Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at home, with her loving family by her side. Rebecca was the Director with the Union County Board of Elections for many years, retiring in 1992. A faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church, she was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother whose biggest joy came from spending time...

Nathan Culbertson

Nathan Culbertson

Jan 8, 2017

Nathan James Culbertson, 24, of East Liberty and formerly of Marysville, died Sunday, January 8, 2017 at The Ohio State University/Wexner Medical Center from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. An avid outdoorsman, Nathan loved hunting, fishing, shooting and camping and also enjoyed skiing and kayaking. Never a dull moment with Nathan around, his easy going personality and great sense...

Ayden DeHaven

Ayden DeHaven

Jan 4, 2017

Ayden Tyler DeHaven, 5 months old, passed away on January 4, 2017. Ayden was born on July 31, 2016. In his short time with us, Ayden gave us love, peace, smiles and laughter in our hearts and our lives. His smile was precious and his kisses were sweet. His red hair was vibrant and his baby blue eyes were beautiful....

Eric Smith

Eric Smith

Dec 5, 2016

Eric C. Smith, 68, of Plain City, died Monday, December 5, 2016 at his residence. Eric earned Bachelor Degrees in Geological Engineering and Accounting and worked in both fields. He liked music and played multiple instruments. Eric had a great sense of humor, enjoyed reading and was an avid collector. Born January 8, 1948 in Stamford, CT, he was the...

Wanda Taylor

Wanda Taylor

Dec 5, 2016

Wanda C. Taylor, 95, of Marysville, died Monday, December 5, 2016 at Heartland of Marysville. Born May 10, 1921 in Mount Gilead, she was the daughter of the late William Henry and Velma Violet (Lepp) Creswell. On June 30, 1944, she married her husband of 58 years, Richard F. Taylor and he preceded her in death on September 5, 2002....

Kathryn Lee

Kathryn Lee

Nov 26, 2016

Kathryn E. "Kay" Lee, 93, of Marysville died Saturday, November 26, 2016 at Carriage Court Assisted Living. A farmer's wife, she was retired from O.M. Scott & Sons where she had worked for 30 years in the cost accounting department. A lifetime member of Trinity Lutheran Church, she was a dedicated volunteer for numerous church activities. She was a member...

Steven Wolgamot Sr.

Steven Wolgamot Sr.

Nov 25, 2016

Steven (Steve) Eugene Wolgamot Sr., 61, of West Mansfield, Ohio suddenly passed away on Friday, November 25, 2016. Steve was born June 4, 1955 in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Walnut Ridge High School in 1973. Steve recently retired on July 29 from Honda of America where he worked the past 19 years. He was previously employed for 17 years...

JoAnn O'Brien

JoAnn O'Brien

Oct 30, 2016

JoAnn A. O'Brien, 84, of Marysville, died early Sunday, October 30, 2016 at Carriage Court of Marysville. Born April 13, 1932 in Marysville, she was the daughter of the late George and Ruth (Herd) Woerlein. On September 20, 1951 in Richmond, IN she married Henry E. "Bud" O'Brien and he preceded her in death on October 9, 2002. In addition...

Carol Baughman

Carol Baughman

Oct 23, 2016

Carol L. Baughman, 61, of Powell, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 23, 2016 at her residence. Born June 20, 1955 in Mt. Gilead, she was the daughter of Harold E. and the late Ruth L. (Albright) Baughman. A 1973 graduate of Mt. Gilead High School, Carol then went on to graduate from the Ohio State University College of Nursing...

Nancy Blair

Nancy Blair

Oct 9, 2016

Nancy J. Blair, 84, of West Mansfield, died suddenly Sunday, October 9, 2016 at Memorial Hospital of Union County. A loving homemaker, Nancy was a member of the West Mansfield Church of Christ and enjoyed reading, working word search puzzles and listening to country music. Born December 23, 1931 in West Mansfield, she was the daughter of the late Foster...

Robert Ackley

Robert Ackley

Oct 4, 2016

Robert G. Ackley, 87, of East Liberty, passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at his residence with his family by his side. Born May 16, 1929 in East Liberty, he was the son the late Halley and Blanche (LeVan) Ackley. On December 10, 1955 in Prospect, he married his wife of 60 years, Kathleen (Almendinger) Ackley and she survives in...

Robin Clayton

Robin Clayton

Oct 3, 2016

Robin A. Cross-Clayton, 67, of East Liberty, died Monday, October 3, 2016 at the Ohio State University/Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. A 1967 graduate of Brookhaven High School in Columbus, she attended college in Oklahoma where she also lived for 20 years. An accomplished seamstress, Robin enjoyed reading, writing, genealogy and decorating, especially when it came to her home but...

Sharon Bymaster

Sharon Bymaster

Oct 2, 2016

Sharon Kay Bymaster, 74, of Marysville, died Sunday, October 2, 2016 at her residence. Always with a beautiful, welcoming smile on her face, Sharon enjoyed being around family and friends, filling their lives with laughter. She loved to watch her grandchildren and great grandchildren participate in any activity, especially their sports. She also enjoyed her flowers and gardening. She attended...

Clayton Hughes

Clayton Hughes

Aug 21, 2016

Clayton C. Hughes, 100, of Rushsylvania, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2016 at Logan Acres Care Center in Bellefontaine. Born September 29, 1915 near Waynesfield, he was the son of the late C. Freeman and Eva Marie (Kemp) Hughes. In 1918, his family moved to Rushsylvania and he was a 1934 graduate of Rushsylvania High School. He attended the Rushsylvania...

Aaron Holycross

Aaron Holycross

Jul 29, 2016

Aaron H. Holycross, 91, of Bellefontaine, passed away Friday, July 29, 2016 at heartland of Bellefontaine. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Aaron served his county during WWII. He was a member of the American Legion post 173 in Bellefontaine and a member of the Ridgeway Church of Christ where he was baptized with his wife. He spent his career...

Herbert Baxley

Herbert Baxley

Jul 28, 2016

Herbert V. Baxley, 85, of East Liberty, passed away Thursday, July 28, 2016 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. A man of great faith, Herb loved his time spent at the East Liberty Church of Christ where he was a faithful member. He enjoyed watching old westerns, hunting and fishing, but he truly loved riding his Harley Davidson,...

Barbara Morris

Barbara Morris

Jul 20, 2016

Barbara Ann Morris, 73, of Kenton and formerly of Richwood, died Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at her residence. A graduate of Dennison High School in Cleveland, she worked as a secretary with DayLay Eggs for many years, but Barb's most important job was being a loving mother and devoted "Damaw" and "Meemaw" to her grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening, flowers attending...