Todd Michael Smiley 6o of Reynoldsburg formerly of Mt. Victory Todd Michael Smiley, age 60, passed from life on this earth into eternal, heavenly peace on Monday, May 12, 2025. Born on April 8, 1965, in Kenton, Ohio, he was the middle son of Norman E. Smiley, Jr. and Carolyn Mae (Harp) Smiley, who survive in Mt. Victory. Todd grew up in Mt. Victory and was known for his work ethic, academic accomplishments, athletic pursuits, and kindness to all. Todd […]
Janet R. McLaughlin, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, passed away on May 20, 2025, at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Kenton, Ohio. Born on March 1, 1945, in Carey, Ohio, Janet carried with her a heart full of warmth and resilience throughout her life. A proud graduate of Riverdale High School in 1963, Janet embraced the spirit of hard work early on, dedicating her career to being a waitress, while also seamlessly managing the many demands of being a homemaker. She […]
Floyd L. Cleveland, age 87, of Harrod, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at Lima Memorial Health System. Floyd was born on January 2, 1938 in Johnsburg, NY to the late James and Katherine (Martin) Cleveland. Floyd first married Dena Wescot and she preceded him in death in 1999. He later married Sara Weddle and she preceded him in death in 2017. […]
Dennis “Denny” Eugene Covault, 72, of Harrod, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, April 17, 2025. He was born December 24, 1952, to the late Richard and Gloria (Hollar) Covault. On August 30, 1974, he married Louise Ballinger, who survives in Harrod. Also surviving are three children: Nikki (Josh) Metcalf of Dover, Josh (Jenny) Covault of Harrod, and Natalie (Shawn) Sommers of Harrod; eleven grandchildren-Madilyn, Jackson, Jaden, Blake, Brody, Jaden, Colt, JJ, Joey, Jamisen and Savannah […]
Beverly J. Southward of Forest, died at Vancrest of Upper Sandusky on May 14, 2025. She was born in Kenton on Oct. 18, 1953 to the late James G. and Alice A. (Jolliff) Brown. She married Donald E. “Donnie” Southward on June 3, 1999, he survives in Forest. Beverly is survived by daughters Karla (Scott) Fleming and Kelli Walters, step-children Angela (Daniel) Huffman, Obie Southward and Donny Southward, 11 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, brothers James (Vickie Johnson) Brown, Bruce (Angie) […]
Frank K. Haudenschield, age 88 of Kenton, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at 9:44 am at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 20, 1937 to the late Leonard and Mary Ellen (Jacobs) Haudenschield. Frank was a graduate of Kenton High School class of 1956. He spent many years farming and welding. He was a member of the Farm Bureau and Kenton Moose Lodge #428. His hobbies included farming, hunting, and derby cars. He […]
Carolyn (Bell) Barnes 81 of Kenton Funeral services for Carolyn (Bell) Barnes will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, May 23, 2025, at The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton with Pastor John Foster officiating. Burial will follow at McDonald Fairview Cemetery. Friends and family may visit 2 hours prior to services at the funeral home. Carolyn passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the Kenton Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born on January 27, 1944, in Kenton […]
Howard Patton, age 88, of Lakeview, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton. He was born on July 4, 1936 in Marshallville, Kentucky to the late Willie and Lelae Mae (Marshall) Patton. On December 23, 1957 Howard married Arline F. LeMay and she survives in Lakeview. Howard retired from Ford Motor Company, Lima where he […]
Manuela "Nellie" Wages 72 of Dunkirk There will be no services for Manuela "Nellie" Wages. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with arrangements. Nellie passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at her residence in Dunkirk. She was born on April 6, 1953, in the Bronx, New York to the late Rupert and Carmen (Cruz) Lopez. In 1982, she married Wilson Wages Jr, and they later divorced. Surviving are 2 daughters, Morningstar Ward of Santa Cruz, CA, […]
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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.
