Gerald E. “Jerry” Koop, age 86, of Columbus, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. He was born on December 13, 1938 in Lima, Ohio to the late Ervin and Mary (Sanderson) Koop. Jerry is survived by his sister, Martha Long of Ada; and three nieces. Jerry retired from Stanley Steamer of Columbus. […]
Eric Alexander, 51, of Marion, OH, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 1, 1973, to Dennis Alexander and Paula Klausing, Eric was a man who dedicated himself to his country, his work, and his family. After graduating from Kenton High School, Eric proudly went on to serve his country with honor in the U.S. Army. Following his military service, he touched countless lives with his compassionate care as […]
Thomas G. Bennett, age 73, passed away on January 20, 2025, in Lima, Ohio. Born August 4, 1951, he was a lifelong resident of the area. A graduate of Allen East High School, Tom furthered his education at Hocking Technical College. He then worked for the Allen County Engineers, where he dedicated 30 years of service before retiring. An avid outdoorsman, Tom enjoyed hunting, fishing, and his beloved Jack Russell Terriers which were a constant source of joy and companionship. […]
Eileen Anne Strasbaugh, age 96, of Forest, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025 at the Heritage in Findlay, surrounded by family. She was born on July 16, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Norene Bowsher Fairburn and John Heinrich. On September 12, 1950, she married Charles Strasbaugh, now deceased. Surviving are her six children; Norla Strasbaugh, Sharon Strasbaugh, Cynthia (Dana) Breidenbach, Robert (Patti) Strasbaugh, Nancy (Bruce) Brandewie, and Karen Strasbaugh. Son, Charlie passed away in 1972. Grandchildren include Ian […]
Vickie Lee Betz 69, of Kenton passed away at her residence on January 19th, 2025. She was born July 16, 1955, to the late Robert and Patricia (Wright) Betz. She is survived by her two daughters, Jalynn ( Scott ) Helton and Kaitlin Sherman (Robert Shemeth) both of Kenton; two grandchildren Eyan Helton and Emilee Helton of Kenton, along with three sisters Ann (James) Vitte of Fostoria, Kara (James) Myers and Lisa Thomas both of Wapakoneta, and several nieces and […]
Elaine S. Cook, 80, of Kenton, died at 6:33 p.m., Friday, January 17, 2025, at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. She was born on August 6, 1944, in Kenton to the late Bernard and Opal (Kurt) Sponsler. She married the love of her life, Frank "Skip" Cook on December 29, 2001, and they enjoyed 20 wonderful years together, until his passing on July 9, 2021. Elaine is survived by her brother, Duane (Sharol) Sponsler of Seneca, SC; nephews: Jeff (Kathy) […]
W. Stephen FraleyAugust 7, 1951 - January 17, 2025 W. Stephen Fraley, age 73, of Kenton, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025 at the Springs of Lima. He was born on August 7, 1951 in Kenton, Ohio to the late William and Lonna (Shepherd) Fraley. Stephen is survived by his two brothers: J. Kevin Fraley of Elida and Christopher L. (Deb) Fraley of Vancouver, WA; a sister, Kathy (Dean) Shipp of Elyria; twelve nieces and nephews: Laura, Deanna, Paul, Nick, Jaimie, Lindsay, […]
Sandra M. (Sandy) SibertMay 2, 1973 - January 20, 2025 Sandra M. “Sandy” Sibert, age 51, of Ada, passed away at her residence on Monday, January 20, 2025. She was born on May 2, 1973 in Lima, Ohio to Charles and Kathleen (Hall) Bingman. Her father Charles preceded her in death and her mother Kathleen survives in Findlay.Also surviving are four sons: Greg (Abby) Treft of Ada, Sav (Jen Norton) Treft of Findlay, Jamie Theis of Findlay and Robbie Sibert of Ada; a […]
DiAnn Weaver, 87 of Kenton passed away at The Blanchard Place on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born in Kenton to the late Gerald L. and Thelma L. (Pfeiffer) Hastings on April 12, 1937. She married H. Ross Weaver on March 6, 1960 and he preceded her in death on November 23, 2020. They were married for 60 wonderful years. She is survived by three sons, LeVern (Nancy) of Kenton, Donovan (Kristi) of Ridgeway and […]
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.
