William E. Beaman, 79 of Kenton passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025. He was born to William R. and Helen C. Beaman on April 21, 1946 in Kenton, Ohio. He graduated from Kenton High School, class of 1964. On January 20, 1974, he married Alice VanAtta and she preceded him in death on May 5, 2019. Bill worked for The Ohio State University, Buckeye Rubber, Meritor and Precision Strip. He is survived by his loyal dog/companion Maddie, daughters; Amy […]
Sharon K. LeaseJuly 21, 1948 - December 1, 2025 Sharon K. Lease, age 77, of Lima, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025 at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born on July 21, 1948 in Kenton, Ohio to Waldo and Annis (Conley) Oglesbee. On July 1, 1966 Sharon married Arthur Lease and he survives in Lima. Also surviving are her two sons: Darren (Sunny) Lease of North Lewisburg and Jeff (Lynn) Lease of Venice, FL; five grandchildren: Dalton, Batai, […]
On December 1, 2025, the world lost Roger Dale Shepherd, Sr., a steady, gentle, and devoted soul whose quiet strength, warm heart, and unwavering love touched everyone who knew him.Roger was born on March 5, 1938, in Greenup, Kentucky, to Silas and Fannie Shepherd. Growing up as one of many siblings in a large family and helping on the family and local farms, he developed the strong work ethic, resourcefulness, and care for others that defined his life.In 1962, Roger […]
Roger Shepherd 87of Kenton Funeral services for Roger Shepherd will be held at 12:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton with Pastor Anthony Lampron officiating. Burial will follow at Dunkirk Cemetery. Friends and family may visit 1 hour prior to services at the funeral home. A full obituary is pending.
Charles VanDyneSeptember 19, 1930 - November 27, 2025 Charles VanDyne, age 95, of Ada, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025 at his residence. He was born on September 19, 1930 in Marion Township, Hardin County, Ohio to Okey and Ethel (Preston) VanDyne who preceded him in death. Charles was a 1948 graduate of Ada High School, in 1952 he received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Ohio Northern University and his Juris Doctor of Law degree in 1954 also […]
Daniel Lee Stahler 84of Kenton Funeral services for Daniel Lee Stahler will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, December 5, 2025, at the Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton with Pastor Jmac Geissinger officiating. Friends and family may visit from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the funeral home. The family has asked to please dress casually. Dan passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at Story Point of Findlay. He was born on September 12, 1941, […]
Susan “Sue" Sheldon, age 67, of Wharton, passed away on November 30, 2025. She was born on December 25, 1957, to the late Lucille Cummings and Harold Camper. She met the love of her life, Joe Sheldon, when she was just 12 years old. After 42 years together, Joe preceded her in death on January 3, 2011. Sue is survived by her 2 children: Lisa (Scott) Carter of Wharton and Dameon (Avery) Hughes of Kenton. Her grandchildren, Darryl (LeeAnn) Carter, […]
Marilyn I. SchickSeptember 3, 1933 - November 29, 2025 Marilyn I. Schick, age 92, of LaFayette, died on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Vancrest of Ada. She was born on September 3, 1933 in Allen County, Ohio to the late Robert and Diamond (Shrider) Klingler. Marilyn is survived by her three children: Randy (Jo) Schick of Lima, Renee Winegardner of Arcanum and Michelle (Brian) Jackson of Lima; sixteen grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; and a brother, […]
Shirley McDougle 64of Sidney Shirley passed away peacefully at 3:44 A.M. Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Upper Valley Medical Center, Troy, Ohio. It was her 64th birthday.She was born in Bluffton on November 26, 1961, to the late Thomas Jay McDougle and Ruby Eleanor (Sparrowe) McDougle.She is survived by her two sons: Tyler Bruns of Cincinnati, Trey (Marie) Bruns of Sidney and granddaughter, Maria. She is also survived by her four siblings: Mike (Patty) McDougle of Forest, Randy (Diane) McDougle […]
WKTN is a locally owned and operated radio station broadcasting from Kenton, Ohio since 1963.
Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
