Lynn L. Strawser, 74, of Kenton, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. He was born on March 31, 1951, in Kenton to the late Harry and Janie (Kline) Strawser. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. Lynn was preceded in death by his brothers, Charles, Merle, and James Strawser and sisters, Beverly Rice and Shirley Hastings. He was a 1969 graduate of Kenton High School and went on to proudly serve […]
Carol Tainer 76of Kenton Carol Tainer, 76, of Kenton, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at her residence. She was born on October 11, 1949, in Dixfield, Maine, to the late Willard and Bernice (Grindell) Wing. On October 10, 1976, she married Carl Tainer, who survives in Kenton. Also surviving are three sons, Eugene Knox of Kenton, Charlie Knox of Portland, Maine, and Dwight Knox of Rumford, Maine; daughter, Judy (Doug Bridenstine) Warmbrod of Upper Sandusky; a sister, Ethelyn […]
Doretta "Dori" Wells 72of Alger The best damn card player on the south side of the Scioto River. Dori Wells went home to pick up where she left off aggravating the hell out of her husband Gary. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. She was the heart of her family. Her home was always open, filled with unconditional love and many of her grandchildren were always present. Her home was spotless and it was […]
James W. ReileJuly 25, 1937 - February 10, 2026 James W. Reile, age 88, of Upper Sandusky, passed away peacefully at Blanchard Valley Hospital on February 10, 2026. He was born July 25, 1937, to the late Ulrich C. Reile and E. Marjorie (Wyss) Reile Shane. He was also blessed with his stepmother, Cartha (Critchet) Reile, and stepfather, Wilbur Shane. On July 27, 1957, Jim married the love of his life, Emma H. (Lucius) Reile. Together they shared nearly 69 […]
Mark Hilton, 53, of Mt. Victory, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at St. Rita's Hospital in Lima. He was born on June 19, 1972, in Fremont, Ohio, to the late Jerry Hilton and Linda Reed. On June 12, 1998, he married Kerry (Chaffin) Hilton, who survives in Mt. Victory. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his best friend, Jeremy Durnwald of Fremont. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jesse Hilton. Mark worked at […]
Juanita Louise Smith age 78 of Forest died at Promedica Hospital, Toledo, on Feb. 8, 2026. She was born Nov. 9, 1947 in Akron to the late Henry Franklin Myers and Alvine Louise Fegan. She is survived by her children William (Aletha) Starcher, Toledo, Sheri (Raymond Sr.) Carey, Forest, Robert (Crystal) Starcher, Findlay, grandchildren Amber (Paul) Searls, Forest, Morgan (Steve) Gault, Forest, Raymond Jr. Carey, Forest, Steven Carey, Forest, Lauren Starcher, Findlay, Allie Starcher, Findlay, great grandchildren Donald, Candance (Serenity), […]
Kathy Sue Stedman, 81, of Kenton Kathy Sue Stedman, 81, of Kenton, passed away at Hardin Memorial Hospital on Friday, February 6, 2026. She was born in Monroe, Michigan on July 27, 1944 to the late Wayne and Opal (Shepherd) Armentrout. On April 21, 1978 she married Stephen Stedman who survives in Kenton. Kathy leaves behind her son, Kyle (Alyssa) Johnston, of Kenton; grandsons, Kooper and Korbin Johnston; sister, Judy (Ted) Spradlin of Alger, and her in-laws, Roger (Sherry) Stedman, […]
Marilyn S. FordAugust 10, 1942 - February 8, 2026 Marilyn S. Ford, age 83, of Harrod, passed away on February 8, 2026 at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 10, 1942 in Waynesfield, Ohio the late David and Lucille (Rose) Kline. Marilyn was raised by her grandmother Blanche Ward and she preceded her in death. On August 7, 1961, Marilyn married Marvin Ford, they were married for sixty years, he preceded her in death on […]
William Victor Dawson, 72, of Arlington, passed away at his residence on Saturday, February 7, 2026. He was born in Kenton, Ohio on April 29, 1953 to the late Martha (Riggs) Hodge. He was formerly married to Deborah Brown but later divorced and remained friends.Survivors include his daughter, Shari Dawson, of Arlington, four grandchildren, Seth (Taylor Guthrie) Ramirez, Emily (Filip) Lillard, Isaih (Aja Tate) Dawson, and Oceanna Hohman, many great grandchildren. His brother, John Hodge, of Chicago, Il, and a […]
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.
