It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother. Phyllis Louise Powell, 69, of Ormond Beach, FL, went to the lord surrounded by her daughters and close friends on September 19, 2024. She was born on February 13,1955 in Kenton, OH to Verle and Betty (nee Keller) Osbun. Phyllis dedicated her life to caring for others as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), leaving a lasting impact on everyone she encountered. She found joy in the […]
Willard Castle, age 93, of Ada, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024 at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born on June 17, 1931 in Floyd County, Kentucky to the late Acro and Luranie (Stephens) Castle. On March 5, 1955 Willard married Hattie Castle and she preceded him in death on December 15, 2012. Willard retired after thirty-six years from Rockwell […]
Stephen Richard Cornelius, age 57, of Alger, Ohio passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024 at his residence. He was born on June 28, 1967 in Wellsville, New York to Edward and Ruth (Sherman) Cornelius. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Wellsville, New York. Also surviving are his seven siblings: Sherry Lafferty, Roger Cornelius, Terry (Kimberly) Cornelius, Randy Cornelius, […]
Catherine L. “Cathy” Petersen, age 65, of Ada, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. She was born on June 20, 1959, in Lima, Ohio to Danny and Norma (Rex) Preston. Her father, Danny Preston and her mother, Norma Rex preceded her in death. Cathy was previously married to Merit M. Conley. On October 21, 2000 Cathy married John Petersen and he […]
Mariann Marcella Royer, age 92, of Roundhead, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Vancrest of Ada. She was born on May 18, 1932, in Hardin County, Ohio to Marce and Mildred (Shirack) Wienken. On October 13, 1951, Mariann married Eugene Royer and he survives in Roundhead. Also surviving are her three children: Julie Collins of Lima, Rick (Brenda) Royer […]
David A. Wilson 66 of Kenton A celebration of life for David A. Wilson will be held at a later date. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with arrangements. David passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at his home in Kenton. He was born on December 17, 1957, in Shelby, Ohio to the late Marion and Mary Wilson. In 1986 he married Debby Getz, and she survives in Kenton. Also surviving are 4 sons, Jeremy […]
Dr. Robert W. McCurdy, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay. He was born on July 29, 1942 in Akron, Ohio to Robert B. and Louise A. (Hanan) McCurdy who preceded him in death. On August 6, 1966 he married Myrna W. Woodward and she survives in Bluffton. Bob retired from Ohio Northern University where […]
Jesse E. Newman Jr. 85 of Kenton Funeral services for Jesse E. Newman Jr. will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the Faith Baptist Church in Kenton with Pastor Dennis Burns officiating. Friends and family may visit 1 hour prior to the services at the church. Burial will take place at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at White Oak Cemetery in Blue Creek, Ohio. Jesse Earl Newman Jr. age 85, of Kenton, Ohio passed […]
Gary A. McClain 74 of Ada Funeral services for Gary A. McClain will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Friday, September 27, 2024, at the Price-McElroy Funeral in Mt. Victory. Burial will follow at Hale Cemetery. Friends and family may visit 2 hours prior to the services at the funeral home. Gary passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. He was born on February 14, 1950, in Kenton to the late Martin and Bernita (Rettig) McClain. […]
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