Obituaries

Oct 19, 2024

Phillip D. Cassell Sr., age 76,  a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 19th, 2024, at Marion General Hospital. He was born on November 11, 1947 in San Diego, California as the son of the late Donald and Emma (Preston) Cassell.  A proud graduate of Inez High School, Inez, KY class of 1966. He married...

Oct 11, 2024

Darrell Lee McCoy Sr. age 75, passed away peacefully at his residence on October 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 27, 1949, in Ranger, West Virginia, as the son of the late Leonard "Buddy" and Dixie Rose (Chaney) McCoy. 

Darrell dedicated his life to hard work and family. Darrell spent an impressive 43 years at...

Sep 22, 2024

Gregory "Greg" Eugene Weir, age 70, of Gulf Breeze Florida and formerly of Caledonia, Ohio, passed away September 22nd, 2024 in Sacred Heart Ascension Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. Gregory was born on December 20, 1953, in Marion, Ohio, as the son of the late Wayne and Lela Masters (Watkins) Weir. He lived a life deeply rooted in both community and...

Sep 18, 2024

Wayne LeRoy Carll, age 82, of Caledonia, formerly of Hugo Colorado and Black Ash Pennsylvania passed away September 18th, 2024 at Woodside Village Care in Mt. Gilead. A cherished son of Oil City, Pennsylvania, Wayne was born on June 21,1942 as the son of the late Boyd Lot and Argyle Marie (Reed) Carll. He spent his formative years in Dempsytown,...

Sep 13, 2024

Shirley Ann Marshall, age 85, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 13 2024, at the James Cancer Hospital. Born on October 18, 1938, in Patterson, Ohio as the daughter of the late William and Crystal (McKee) Smithson. Shirley was a beacon of love and warmth for all who knew her.

For over 40 years, Shirley dedicated...

Aug 19, 2024

Gertrude Deskins, age 99, of Caledonia, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 19 2024, at The Wyndmoor of Marion. Born on February 17, 1925, in Grundy, Virginia, she led a life rich with love, laughter, and the moments that only family can bring. In 1945, she married the love of her life Andrew Deskins and...

Aug 8, 2024

Marvin Forrest Hill, age 91, formerly of Mansfield, passed away peacefully at home August 8th, 2024 in Northport, Alabama, under hospice care and surrounded by family.

He was born September 11, 1932 in Marion, Ohio to Samuel Forrest and Sarah Hill. He graduated from Garfield High school in Akron and the University of Akron, obtaining an accounting degree. He worked in...

Aug 4, 2024

Norman Richard Pilkington Jr, age 70 of Caledonia, Ohio passed away on August 4, 2024 at his residence. He was born on December 17, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio to the late son of Norman Richard Sr and Betty (Garlick) Pilkington.

On October 24, 2020, Norm and Peggy were married at a serene chapel in Pigeon Forge Tennessee. Surrounded by the beauty...

Jul 31, 2024

Robert Eugene Tubbs, of Marion, age 81, passed away July 31, 2024 at his residence. Robert a dedicated machine operator at the Huber plant for many years, until his retirement due to health conditions. Robert leaves behind a legacy of hard work and love. Robert was born on October 5,1942, in Prospect, Ohio, as the son of the late Blanche...

Jul 29, 2024

Donna Mae Valentine, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and wife, passed away peacefully at her home on July 29, 2024. She was born on December 28, 1933, in Marion, Ohio to the late George and Pearl (Fosnaugh) Johnson. She married the love of her life Charles Valentine September 2, 1950 and he preceded her in death in 2012. Donna dedicated many...

Jul 13, 2024

Brenda Eileen Rife, age 74 of Caledonia passed away July 13th, 2024 at Marion General Hospital. Born February 19th, 1950 in Emporium Pennsylvania, as the daughter of the late John and Aletha (Britton) Howlett. She was a 1969 River Valley High School graduate. Brenda married the love of her life, Russell Rife November 1, 1969 in Marion, Ohio and he...

Jul 5, 2024

Donna Ruth Wade, age 87, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on July 5, 2024, at Marion General Hospital in Marion, Ohio. Born on December 18, 1936, in Marion, as the daughter of the late Clarence and Velma (Korner) Koons. Donna was a dedicated School Bus driver for River Valley for 25 years and MARCA. Her commitment to...

Jul 2, 2024

George E. Johnson, age 92, passed away at his residence July 2nd, 2024.  George was born September 11,1931 in Marion, Ohio as the son of the late George Wallace and Pearl (Fosnaugh) Johnson.  He was the eldest of the six boys in a family of eleven children. George was a graduate of Claridon High School Class of 1949. Upon graduation...

Jun 15, 2024

Henry French Painter, age 82, a beloved member of the Johnsville community, passed away at his residence on June 15, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was known for his dedication to his work Tecumseh for over 29 years, and helped his Amish neighbors and community. Henry was born on July 15, 1941, in Kingston, West Virginia as the son...

May 17, 2024

May 7, 2024

Alan Lee Longacre, age 67, a cherished son, brother, father, uncle, and friend, departed this world on May 7, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and cherished memories. Born on May 19, 1956, Alan's life was marked by a deep appreciation for family, friends, and the simple joys that made life beautiful. 

Alan was preceded in death by his...

May 6, 2024

Kenneth Lyle Morton, age 89, passed away on May 6, 2024, at his residence in Delaware, Ohio. Kenneth was born on January 1, 1935 in Climax, Ohio. He was the second born child of Salo Morton and Marjorie Makeever Morton. Kenneth met and married the girl who lived across the road from him by offering her a seat next to...

May 1, 2024

Darrell Earl Keirns, a beloved member of the Marion, Ohio community, passed away on May 1, 2024, at OSU Hospital. He was born on April 10, 1945, in Marion, Ohio to John Keirns and Mayme "Bert" (Elliot). Darrell dedicated 37 years of his life working in the U.S. Postal Service in Marion, Ohio. He also worked for many years as a...

Apr 26, 2024

Terry Grover Swisher, a respected man known for his dedication to both his career and his later years as a farmer, passed away on April 26, 2024. Born on November 25, 1941, Terry led a fulfilling life marked by his various roles and passions.  Professionally, Terry retired from Whirlpool in 2006 after years of hard work and commitment. Following his...

Apr 9, 2024

Robert, “Bob” or “Bobby”, Kare Clark went home to be with the Lord at the age of 94 on April 9th 2024 in Fort Myers, Florida. He lived an extraordinary life to be celebrated. He was born on June 8, 1929 near the family homestead, Twin Oaks Farm, with his twin sister JoAnn, in Caledonia, Ohio. He was a born...