On July 2, James passed away in Fort Myers, Florida. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on April 20, 1951 to Hobert and Mary Miles Potts (Collins). He was raised in Lewisburg, Ohio, and graduated from Twin Valley North High School. Jim went on to Miami University, where he graduated with a B.S. in History. He worked as a teacher for the Miami Trace School system, a supervisor for the Southland Corporation, and finally as a Service and Support […]
Frank N. “Skip” Cook, Jr, 86 of Kenton passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Kenton on June 30, 1935 to the late Frank and Ruth (Barrett) Cook, Sr. Skip married Elaine Sponsler on December 29, 2001 and she survives. He is also survived by his son, Shawn Cook of Cleveland, TN, grandchildren; Erin Cook, Ryan (Irene) Cook both of Kenton, Brittiney Cook of Elida, five great grandchildren and a brother-in-law, Duane “Butch” […]
Marilyn Casper 91 of Dunkirk Funeral services for Marilyn Casper will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Monday, July 12, 2021 at Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton with Pastor Steve Ramsey officiting. Burial will follow at Dunkirk Cemetery. Friends and family may visit 2 hours prior to the services at the funeral home. Marilyn died on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Vancrest of Ada. She was born on August, 8,1929 to the late Henry Marquart and Effie (Wertenberger) Marquart. She married […]
Sabastian Roy Farthing age 22 of Forest, died at Wyandot Memorial Hospital Saturday July 3, 2021 at 5:15am. He was born December 16, 1998 in Findlay, OH to Andrew Farthing and Melinda (Murray) Himes. Sabastian is survived by is father Andrew Farthing, mother Melinda Himes, step father Jesse Himes, siblings Alexis Farthing, Zach Himes, Corwin Barry, Aiden Barry, Jaylin Webster, Braxton Webster, grandparents Rosemary Farthing, Terri Fabo, Kevin & Sharon Thiel, Sandy Ward, Jerry & Nancy Himes, great grandmother Donna […]
John R. Albert, age 91, passed away on April 6, 2021 at UNC Hospital, Las Vegas, Nevada. In 1993, after 36 years with United Airlines, John and his wife moved from their home in California to a retirement community in Las Vegas. He enjoyed his community and served the United Airlines retiree's association as an officer. John was a loyal member of the American Legion (Post 8) for 51 years. Born on March 1, 1930 in Washington, D.C., John was […]
Randy Lynn Crates 67 of Kenton A visitation for Randy Lynn Crates will be held from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Friday, July 9, 2021 at The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton. Burial at Wolfcreek Cemetery will be private. Randy died on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at the Kenton Nursing and Rehab Center. He was born March 15,1954 in Kenton, Ohio to the late Henry L. Crates and Florence M. (Byal) Crates. He married Doris Rojas in 1980 and they […]
Dean Tyler Evans 31 of Bellefontaine A celebration of life for Dean Tyler Evans will be held from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Mt. Victory.Dean passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 2, 2021 at his residence in Bellefontaine. He was born on April 11, 1990 in Marysville, Ohio to Dennis and Jackie (Westlake) Evans and they survive in Ridgeway. Dean married Ofelia Edelo and she survives in Bellefontaine.Also surviving are a son; Brycyn […]
Timothy J. Shaw Sr. of Patterson, died on Monday July 5, 2021 under Bridge Hospice in Bluffton Hospital. He was born on June 28, 1964 in Lima, OH to Delson and Hazel Horn. Timothy is survived by his mother Hazel, children Tara Shaw, Andrew Shaw, Trisha Rose, Timothy Shaw Jr., Hunter Shaw, five grandchildren Kaylee, Alaynna, Bella, Alec, Timothy (Trey) III, three brothers Jay Shaw, Faron Shaw, Bryan Horn, sister Tonya Horn and special friend Cora Lewis. He is preceded […]
Gary Bahan 73 of Mt. Victory Funeral services for Gary Bahan will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, July 9, 2021 at the Bahan Farms Shop, 18569 Yoakum Road, Mt. Victory, OH 43340, with Pastor Jmac Gueissinger officiating. Burial will follow at Byhalia Cemetery. Friends and family may visit from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at the farm shop. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Mt. Victory is assisting the family with arrangements. Gary passed away […]
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Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.