Obituary for Ray E. “Gene” Courtad

Ray E. “Gene” Courtad age 74 of Forest, died peaceful at Serenity Spring Senior Living at Arlington on Jan. 23, 2025. He was born Aug. 7, 1950 in Kenton to the late Marlow and Evelyn (Patrick) Courtad. Surviving is a brother Donald (Joanna) Courtad, Forest, proud of his nephews Nathan (Michelle) Courtad, Forest and Neal (Jen) Courtad, Findlay great nephews and nieces Derek Courtad and Paige Courtad of Forest, Tristen, Leighton and Kaisten Kyzik of Findlay. Ray was a 1968 […]

January 24, 2025

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Obituary for Terry L. Wuethrich

Terry L. Wuethrich passed away at 4:30 AM at Vancrest of Ada on January 23, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born on February 5, 1947, to the late Sidney A. and Olive N. Wuethrich. On May 19, 1969, he married Linda Sparks, and they shared 55 wonderful years. He was a father to son, Casey of Milford Center and daughter, Megan (Shawn) Allman of Ashley. Beloved Grandpa/Paw Wee to Alison (Dyllan Coffey) Allman of Jackson and […]

January 24, 2025

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Obituary for Beverly Rose (Bliss) Brandeberry

Beverly Rose (Bliss) Brandeberry, 87 died on January 22, 2025, in Hospice Care at Sienna Gardens, Cincinnati, Ohio surrounded by her loving family. Bev was born June 1, 1937, to the late Ernest and Geraldine (Keller) Bliss. She married Thomas Brandeberry on November 3, 1954, and he preceded her in death on May 1, 2017. Beverly is survived by her three daughters, Coleta (Dave) Schmidlin, Portia Sons, and Darnell Kirschner, 15 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandson, brothers […]

January 24, 2025

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Obituary for Gerald E. “Jerry” Koop

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. […]

January 23, 2025

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Obituary for Eric Alexander

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 […]

January 22, 2025

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Obituary for Thomas G. Bennett

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. […]

January 22, 2025

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Obituary for Eileen Anne Strasbaugh

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 […]

January 22, 2025

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Obituary for Vickie Lee Betz

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 […]

January 21, 2025

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Obituary for Elaine S. Cook

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) […]

January 21, 2025

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