Irene Florence Caudill, age 98, of Harrod, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 9, 1924, in Bonanza, Kentucky to the late Harrison and Lula (Whitaker) Wright. On July 22, 1941, Irene married Powell Caudill and he preceded her in death on August 16, 1999. Irene is survived by her son, William Caudill. She was preceded in death by her four sisters: Josie […]
Gary Allen Brown, age 84, of Ada, was welcomed into the arms of his Savior and Lord Jesus Christ on April 25, 2023, at Lima Memorial Health System, surrounded by his family. He was born on December 15, 1938, at home in Ada, Ohio to the late Russel Allen “Bud” and Ruth Marie (Klingler) Brown. On May 27, 1961, Gary married Marsha Staley his wife of 62 years and she survives in Ada. Gary graduated […]
Rebecca Sue (Nims) Whitaker, 58, of Kenton, Ohio passed away on April 23, 2023 after a 4.5 year battle with cholangiocarcinoma. Rebecca was born on April 4, 1965 to the late Daniel and Karen (Prine) Nims in Lima, Ohio. After graduating from Lima Senior High School in 1983, Rebecca went on to graduate with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Bowling Green State University in 1987. In 1989, Rebecca met Rick (Richard) Whitaker, and they wed in 1992, going on […]
James Arthur Crowe, 93 of Kenton, went to his heavenly home with family by his side at 9:42am on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. He was born in Garrett, Kentucky on March 8, 1930 to the late Algin and Louetta (Christman) Crowe. He was married to Lois Marsh and she preceded him in death. James is survived by his son: Richard (Susan) Crowe of Tipp City, OH; daughters: Deborah (Don) Purcell of Kenton and Rhonda […]
Ronald A. Phillips 74 of Richwood A memorial service for Ronald A. Phillips will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, April 27, 2023 at the Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Mt. Victory. Friends and family may visit from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at the funeral home. Ron passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 20, 2023. He was born on October 11, 1948 in Columbus to the late George and Doris […]
David Paul Sturgeon, 81, of Kenton, Ohio, went home to his heavenly father on April 15, 2023 at 2:47am at his home, surrounded by family. David was born on July 9, 1941 in Zanesville, Ohio, to the late Frank Elbert Sturgeon and Katharine (Crabill) Sturgeon. Being the son of a schoolteacher and administrator, he developed a love of learning and serving others, which became the foundation of his career. David graduated from Kenton High School in 1959, and from The […]
A funeral service for Cynthia "Cindy" D. (Skidmore) Shepherd will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the McDonald Township Hall. Burial will follow at Fairview McDonald Cemetery. Friends and family may visit from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton. Cindy passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 after a long, courageous 5 year battle with cancer. Cindy was born March 22, 1962 in Belle Center, […]
Harold Van Fossen 90 of Mt. Victory A funeral service for Harold Van Fossen will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at the Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Mt. Victory with Pastor Craig Bradds officiating. Burial will follow at Byhalia Cemetery. Friends and family may visit from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at the funeral home. Harold passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at the Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine. He was born to the […]
Linda Lou Rowe, age 77, of Alger, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023, at 1:18 AM at Lima Memorial Health System. She was born on September 8, 1945, in Tip Top, Kentucky to the late Cecil and Gracie (Rowe) Conley. On August 10, 1968 Linda married Oscar Rowe, they were married for 54 years. Oscar survives in Alger. Also surviving are their three daughters: Missy (Joe) Sexton, Amanda Rowe and Terrie Baker all of Lima; eight […]
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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.