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Brian James Steinhilber

Brian James Steinhilber

Jul 31, 2019

Biography: Brian James Steinhilber, 58  passed away Wednesday July 31, 2019 at Heartland of Bucyrus following a brief battle with cancer.  Brian was born June 28, 1961 in Bucyrus to the late James Steinhilber and Eileen (Corfman) Steinhilber who survives.  In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by grandparents James and Irene Steinhilber, Fred and Hilda Corfman, Jim and Fredia...

Richard “Dickie Bird” Baird

Richard “Dickie Bird” Baird

Jul 30, 2019

Biography:  Richard “Dickie Bird” Baird, 88 of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday July 28, 2019 at home.  Richard was born July 23, 1931 in Shiloh to the late Roy and Mabel (Lutz) Baird.  He was married June 21, 1953 to Clara Marie (DeWitt) Baird who survives.  He is also survived by son Timothy Ray (Cathy) Baird of Bucyrus; granddaughter Ashley “Mandy” (Wade) Reininger...

William K. "Bill" Montague

William K. "Bill" Montague

Jul 21, 2019

Biography: William K. "Bill" Montague, 97 of Bucyrus passed away on Saturday morning July 20, 2019 at the Wyandot County Skilled Nursing facility in Upper Sandusky.  Bill was born June 4, 1922 in Carey, OH to the late William E. Montague and Mary Hazel (Donelson) Luxon.  He was married November 12, 1943 to Phyllis E. (Ulrich) Montague who preceded him...

Charles R. Miller Jr.

Charles R. Miller Jr.

Jul 20, 2019

Biography:  Charles R. Miller Jr. 76, a longtime Bucyrus resident and owner of Miller Financial Services in Bucyrus passed away on Thursday July 18, 2019 at Ohio Health Mansfield.  He was born June 1, 1943 in Washington, D.C. to the late Charles R. Miller Sr. and Bernice (Ryland) Miller.  Charles is survived by his longtime companion Madelon Hollar of Mansfield; children Darin...

William Pierce

William Pierce

Jul 18, 2019

Biography:  William Pierce, 77, of Galion went to be with the Lord on Saturday July 13 2019. William was born January 18, 1942 to the late Ralph Pierce and Genevieve in Chicago Illinois. He was married Nov. 15, 1974 to Diane Pierce whom preceded him in death.William is also survived by children Judith (Joseph) Matuska, David Koyl, and Robert Pierce;...

Mary Ann Ruth

Mary Ann Ruth

Jul 13, 2019

Biography: Mary Ann Ruth, 84 of Bucyrus passed away on Friday morning July 12, 2019 at Carlisle Place where she was a resident for the past 4 1/2 years.  Mary Ann was born March 22, 1935 in Bucyrus to the late William F. and Pauline (Taylor) Graetz.  She was married July 17, 1954 to Gale Ruth who survives.  In addition...

Barbara "Babs" Ann Mikusa

Barbara "Babs" Ann Mikusa

Jul 3, 2019

Biography:  Barbara "Babs" Ann Mikusa died peacefully on Sunday June 23, 2019 at Signature of Galion.  Barbara lived on Irving St. and then Rensselaer St.  She spent many years in Palmetto FL at Leisure Lakes.  The last few years she lived at Carlisle House and in the past few months due to illness lived at Signature of Galion.  Barbara was born March...

Kenneth R. Newman

Kenneth R. Newman

Jul 3, 2019

Biography:  Kenneth R. Newman, 53 of rural Bucyrus passed away on Friday June 28, 2019 his death was unexpected.  Ken was born June 9, 1966 in Bucyrus and has lived his entire life in Crawford County. Ken is survived by his parents John and Jane Newman of Galion; wife Amy (Dyer) Newman; children Cody, Mike, Tyler (Jordan), Heather, Rayna, and Stormie; step...

Margaret A. Powers

Margaret A. Powers

Jun 27, 2019

Biography: Margaret A. Powers, 63 of Bucyrus passed away on Tuesday June 25, 2019 at Bucyrus Community Hospital, her death was unexpected.  Margaret was born October 27, 1955 in Bucyrus to the late Don J. Powers and Pauline (Williams) Powers who survives.  In addition to her father, Margaret was preceded in death by son Chad Zier, brothers Michael, Robin, and...

Elizabeth Marie Richards

Elizabeth Marie Richards

Jun 26, 2019

Biography:  Elizabeth Marie Richards, age 33, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 23, 2019. Elizabeth was born to Diana (Hammock) Decker February 21, 1986 in Bucyrus Ohio. Elizabeth married Brandon Richards March 14, 2013, they have shared six loving and wonderful years together.Elizabeth is survived by her husband, Brandon Richards; children, AJ John Richards, Maddison Goldie Jean Richards, and Oakley John...

Jeffery D. Klingenberger

Jeffery D. Klingenberger

Jun 21, 2019

Biography:  Jeffrey D. Klingenberger, 56 of Bucyrus passed away on Wednesday June 19, 2019 at O.S.U. Medical Center in Columbus following a brief illness.  Jeff was born September 2, 1962 in Bucyrus to Frank and Gloria (Perkins) Klingenberger who survive.  In addition to his parents, he is survived by son Nate of Cardington; daughter Jada of Bucyrus; brother Andrew and his wife...

Teresa Lynn Lawrence

Teresa Lynn Lawrence

Jun 19, 2019

Biography: Teresa Lynn Lawrence, age 58, passed away after her ongoing battles with illness June 17, 2019. Teresa was born to the late Everett and Velma (BreedLove) Kephart June 24, 1960 in Bucyrus Ohio. Teresa is preceded in death by her parents, brother Glen Kephart, and granddaughter Addison Lawrence.Teresa is survived by her significant other, Don Bosworth; children, Brandie Lawrence,...

Jack Allen Iery

Jack Allen Iery

Jun 16, 2019

Biography:  Jack Allen Iery, 61 of Bucyrus passed away on Friday June 14, 2019 at home.  Jack was born February 11, 1958 in Kentucky to the late John Iery and Millie (Carver)  Whitworth of Locustfork, AL.  In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by daughter Jessica Ann Graves.  Jack is survived by his former wife Becky Iery of Bucyrus; daughter Amanda...

Catherine L. Walter

Catherine L. Walter

Jun 12, 2019

Biography: Catherine L. Walter, 87 of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday June 9, 2019 at home.  Catherine was born October 31, 1931 in Bucyrus to the late Paul and Wilda (Harruff) Thomas.  She was married to the late Richard J. Walter who preceded her in death on July 28, 2002.  She was also preceded in death by sisters Ruth Dible,...

Ernest “Deacon” Burke Jr.

Ernest “Deacon” Burke Jr.

Jun 12, 2019

Biography: Ernest “Deacon” Burke Jr., 72 of rural Nevada passed away on Sunday June 9, 2019 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus.  Ernie was born July 3, 1946 in Hazard, KY to the late Ernest Burke Sr. and Geraldine (Greer) Clonch. He was married August 11, 1965 to Katherine (Wilt) Burke who preceded him in death on September 4, 2010.  In...

Carol Rose Heinlen

Carol Rose Heinlen

Jun 12, 2019

Biography:  Carol Rose Heinlen, 60 of rural Nevada passed away on Saturday June 8, 2019 at Heartland of Bucyrus, she had been in failing health since February.  Carol was born in Bucyrus on July 30, 1958 to the late Daniel G. and Rose Ann (Sales) Heinlen.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers Daniel David,...

W. Wayne Kiess

W. Wayne Kiess

Jun 10, 2019

Biography: W. Wayne Kiess of Bucyrus lost his yearlong battle with cancer, he passed away on Saturday June 8, 2019 at Bucyrus Community Hospital.  Wayne was born September 10, 1942 in Crawford County to the late J. Edward and Florice (Green) Kiess.  He was married Sept. 18, 1963 to Janice (Groves) Kiess who survives.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

Doris E. Binnix

Doris E. Binnix

Jun 10, 2019

Biography:  Doris E. Binnix, 84 of Bucyrus, OH passed away on Wednesday June 5, 2019.  Doris was born March 25, 1935 in Grant Town, WV to the late Oren and Naomi (Moore) Boore.  She was a 1952 graduate of Fairview High School. Doris was a secretary for several years at the First United Methodist Church in Bucyrus and the Bucyrus...

Mildred A. Friend

Mildred A. Friend

Jun 10, 2019

Biography:  Mildred A. Friend 86, formerly of Bucyrus and most recently of Waukee, Iowa passed away on Wednesday June 5, 2019 in Waukee.  Mildred was born February 13, 1933 in Cleveland, OH to the late Rudolph and Katie (Packer) Straubaugh.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband Thomas E. Friend July 28, 2007, daughter Linda Friend, and...

Richard Gary Brothers

Richard Gary Brothers

Jun 10, 2019

Biography: Richard Gary Brothers, 51, of Greenville, passed away Monday, June 10, 2019.Born in Bucyrus, OH, he is the son of Claude and Barbara Reiff Brothers of Easley.Gary was a graduate of Bob Jones University in Greenville. He was formerly employed with the City of Greenville as a dispatcher and while in college worked for WGGS in Greenville. Having been...