Obituaries
Theodore "Ted" Frederick Hopkins
Oct 17, 2026
Theodore “Ted” Frederick Hopkins, age 75, passed away on October 17, 2026 at Unger Park Post Acute. He was born in Marion, Ohio on June 27, 1951 as the son of the late Charles and Florence (Niles) Hopkins. Ted was a 1971 graduate of River Valley High School. He married the love of his life Cheryl Wade in Caledonia, Ohio...
Carolyn Sue Knisley
Oct 8, 2026
Carolyn Sue Knisley, age 87, passed away on October 8, 2026 at her residence. Carolyn was born August 3rd, 1939 in Mechanicsburg, Ohio as the daughter of the late Russell and Wava (Jordan) Shelpman. She married the love of her life, Karl Knisley January 1st, 1957 on their Christmas break in Westerville, Ohio and he survives her at home. A...
Martha Joan Keeran
Sep 22, 2026
Martha Joan Keeran, age 84, lovingly known as Joan, passed away on September 22, 2026, at Kingston of Marion. Born in Marion, Ohio on September 30, 1941, as the daughter of the late Forest Hipsher and Rita Grace Caldwell. Joan was a member of the Caledonia High School Class of 1959. She married the love of her life Paul Keeran...
Donald "Don" Alan Powers
Sep 13, 2026
Donald “Don” Alan Powers, passed away on September 13, 2026, at Riverside Hospital, one day after his 73rd birthday. Born on September 12, 1953 in Marion, Ohio, as the son of the late Jack and Jean (Herbst) Powers. Don lived a life defined by hard work, practical skill, and the simple pleasures he enjoyed most.
A 1972 graduate of River Valley,...
Cameron Michael Lyon
Sep 6, 2026
Cameron Michael Lyon, passed away on September 6, 2026, at the age of 23. He was born on November 6, 2002 in Galion, Ohio as the son of Ben and Andrea (Ketterman) Lyon. Cameron was a graduate of River Valley High School’s Class of 2021. He went on to attend Otterbein University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Education...
Betty Jo "Beeg" Kitts
Sep 1, 2026
Betty Jo Ann Kitts, affectionately known as "Beeg" or "BJ" to many, passed away on September 1, 2026 at the age of 54 in the UF Spanish Plaines Hospital in Florida. She was born May 26, 1972 in Marion, Ohio as the daughter of the late Roy and LaDonna Murphy (Brookes), her mother survives her at home. She married the...
David "Dave" Duane Dutton
Aug 20, 2026
David "Dave" Duane Dutton, age 72, of Edison, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on August 20, 2026, at the OSU Wexner Medical Center. He was born on October 7, 1953, in Marion, Ohio as the son of the late Daymon and Estella (Voss) Dutton. Dave was a proud graduate of River Valley’s Class of 1972—a foundation that...
Jerry Dale Gorby
Aug 11, 2026
Jerry Dale Gorby, beloved father, dedicated educator, and cherished member of his community, passed away on August 11, 2026, at the age of 88. Born in Marion, Ohio on November 2, 1937, as the son of the late Milan and Mildred (Keith) Gorby. A proud graduate of Caledonia High School, class of 1955, Jerry continued his studies at Ohio Northern,...
Katherine Amanda Robinson
Jul 15, 2026
Katherine Amanda Robinson, age 92, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026 surrounded by her family. Born May 26, 1934 in Mooresburg, TN as the daughter of the late Andrew and Beulah (Isenberg) Sliger. Katherine married the love of her life Carl Robinson Sr. August 23, 1958 and he survives her at home. Raised with values of compassion and service,...
Robert "Bob" Carl Stayner
Jun 15, 2026
Robert "Bob" Carl Stayner, age 63, peacefully passed away on June 15th at the OSU Wexner/Rhodes Hall. Leaving behind a legacy marked by devoted family ties, a strong work ethic, and a zest for life that touched all who knew him. Born February 28th, 1963 in Marion, Ohio, as the son of the late Carold Jr. and Doris (Walter) Stayner....
Logan Michael Knapp
May 23, 2026
Logan Michael Knapp, age 27, passed away May 23, 2026 in Richwood Ohio as the result of an accident. Born on October 20, 1998 in Mt. Gilead, Ohio as the son of Bernadette (Claudio) and Ricky Knapp. From a young age, Logan also had his step-father, Doug Edler Jr. in his life. Logan’s time among us was marked by a...
Larry D Brooks
May 17, 2026
Larry D Brooks, age 88, of Edison, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, at Marion General Hospital with his family by his side. Born on August 13, 1937, in Marion, Ohio, as the son of the late William and Barbara (Wait) Brooks. A proud graduate of Caledonia High School Class of 1955. Larry married Barbara "Bobbi" Randles in...
Toni Charlene Hill
May 9, 2026
Toni Charlene Hill, age 71, a cherished soul whose vibrant spirit touched countless lives, passed away peacefully at her residence on May 9, 2026. Born on May 23, 1954, in Marion, Ohio as the daughter of the late Donald and Jeanette (Rorick) Hill. Toni’s life was a tapestry woven with dedication, love, and joyous moments shared with family and friends.
For...
Joey Lee Shulaw
May 4, 2026
Joey Lee Shulaw, age 56, a dedicated concrete truck driver, passed away at his residence on May 4, 2026. Born on September 16, 1969, in Bucyrus, Ohio as the son of the late Daniel and Margaret (DeJean) Shulaw, Joey was a proud graduate of Colonel Crawford High School’s class of 1988.
For over two decades, Joey was a familiar face at...
Larry Edwin Clarkson Sr.
Apr 25, 2026
Larry Edwin Clarkson Sr., age 83, a dedicated community member, veteran, and family man, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026. Born on May 31, 1942, in Marion, Ohio, as the son of the late James Clarkson and Sylvia (Dodrill) Clarkson, who survives him. Larry lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to his family, and service to his...
Jo Ann Sherer
Apr 12, 2026
Jo Ann (Lyon) Sherer, age 87, of Caledonia, Ohio passed into eternity on April 12, 2026. She was welcomed by her Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, whom she served faithfully. Jo was born in Marion Ohio on October 10, 1938. She was the daughter of the late William and Leatha (Bratton) Lyon. She graduated from Caledonia High School Class of...
John Dale Plumley
Feb 7, 2026
It is with deep sadness and profound gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the peaceful passing of John D. Plumley on February 7, 2026, in Marietta, Georgia. Born January 31, 1937, in Marion, Ohio, John passed quietly in his sleep after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.John was the beloved son of Carroll Claude and Viola June...
Shirley J. Fissell
Feb 1, 2026
Shirley J. Fissell, age 76, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, at her residence in Florida. She was born in Marion, Ohio as the daughter of the late Richard and Evelyn (Dehaven) Gibson.She was a woman whose quiet and reserved nature spoke volumes through the love she held for her family and her simple yet meaningful life. A graduate...
Doris Mae (Foreman) Freeman
Jan 30, 2026
Doris Mae Freeman, age 87, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 30, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her family. Born on October 10, 1938, in Athens, Ohio, as the daughter of the late Emmett and Elda (McClurg) Foreman. She graduated from Harding High School, class of 1956 and later studied accounting at Marion Technical...
Don Robert Sherer
Jan 28, 2026
Don Robert Sherer, age 87, of Caledonia, Ohio passed into eternity on January 28th, 2026. He was welcomed by his Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, who he served faithfully. Don was born in Marion, Ohio On February 3rd, 1938 as the son of the late Wilfred (Bud) and Lola (Rorick) Sherer. He graduated from Caledonia High School class of 1956....
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