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Mary Jane King

Mary Jane King

Jul 22, 2018

Biography: Mary Jane King, 97 of Bucyrus passed away peacefully on Monday July 16, 2018 at her home.  Mary Jane was born in Bucyrus on June 13, 1921 to the late W. Earle and Madge (Helt) Chandler.  She was married December 19, 1945 to John T. King who preceded her in death on November 11, 2006.  In addition to her...

Joshua Mark Coleman

Joshua Mark Coleman

Jul 17, 2018

Biography:  Joshua Mark Coleman, age 33, passed away unexpectedly July 13, 2018 at home. Josh was born to John Michael Coleman Sr. and Brenda K (Hickman) Coleman December 4, 1984 in Bucyrus Ohio. Josh is preceded in death by brother Cody Coleman and grandparents John and Dolores ColemanJosh is survived by parents John and Brenda Coleman; brother, John Michael Jr.;...

Janis I. Dewiel,

Janis I. Dewiel,

Jul 13, 2018

Biography:  Janis I. Dewiel, 78 of Bucyrus passed away on Wednesday July 11, 2018 at Bucyrus Community Hospital of an apparent heart attack, her death was unexpected.  Janis was born May 14, 1940 in Bucyrus to the late Melvin C. and Edna L. (Durigg) Grau. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers James and Donald...

Loretta Johnson

Loretta Johnson

Jul 11, 2018

Biography:  Loretta Johnson, 77 of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday July 8, 2018 at home following an extended illness.  Loretta was born November 12, 1940 in McCarr KY to the late Frank and Mildred (Ratliff) Sweeney.  Loretta was married September 9, 1962 to James Gilbert Johnson who survives.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sons Albert Johnson and...

Tara Elaine Painter

Tara Elaine Painter

Jul 8, 2018

Biography:  Tara Elaine Painter, 35 of Bucyrus passed away on Thursday July 5, 2018 at home. Tara was born December 11, 1982 in Bucyrus. She is survived by her parents, mother  Diana (Hill) and husband John Agin Jr of North Robinson, and Thomas Painter of Bucyrus; son Braxton Lee Carroll, who was the love her life; significant other Jason Carroll;...

Nelson “Ed” Smith Jr.

Nelson “Ed” Smith Jr.

Jul 3, 2018

Biography:  Nelson “Ed” Smith Jr. 78 of Marion passed away on Wednesday June 27, 2018 at Altercare in Bucyrus.  Ed was born August 26, 1939 in Bucyrus OH.  His parents were Nelson E. Smith Sr. and Dona (Oborn) Smith McKnight.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters Nancy Herschler and Becky Bacon as well as one...

Doris Ann Schlitt,

Doris Ann Schlitt,

Jun 29, 2018

Biography:  Doris Ann Schlitt, 90 of Bucyrus passed away peacefully on Thursday June 27, 2018 at Marion General Hospital.  Doris was born June 23, 1928 in Little Valley, NY to the late Norman and Martha (Ehle) Barnes. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband August Schlitt in 1999, sisters Charlotte Oliver and Dorothy Hughes, as...

Kathryn Alice Stander “Allie”

Kathryn Alice Stander “Allie”

Jun 25, 2018

Biography:  Kathryn Alice Stander “Allie”, age 73, went to be with the Lord June 25, 2018. Allie was born to the late Charles and Mary “Zornes” Young January 3, 1945 in Lykens, Ohio. Allie and James Stander married Feb. 14, 1969. Allie is preceded in death by parents; son, Billy Stander; 2 brothers, Carl Young and Adam Young; sister, Dorthy...

Floyd Joseph Reinhart

Floyd Joseph Reinhart

Jun 25, 2018

Biography:  Floyd Joseph Reinhart, 76, of Sycamore, OH passed away, after a brief illness, on Saturday June 23, 2018 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.  Floyd was born November 18, 1941 in Seneca County to the late Simon and Christina "Betty" (Frankart) Reinhart.  He was the last of his family to be born at home.  His Father died at an early age and...

Jamie D. Tate “Big Mama”

Jamie D. Tate “Big Mama”

Jun 23, 2018

Biography: Jamie D. Tate “Big Mama” 54 of Mansfield, OH passed away on Tuesday June 19, 2018 at home. Jamie was born March 23, 1964 in Mansfield to the late Willie and Evelyn (Hertz) Holbrook. She was married on July 26, 1998 to Willie Tate who preceded her in death on May 22, 2017. In addition to her parents and...

Dorothy Harris

Dorothy Harris

Jun 10, 2018

Biography:  Dorothy Harris 86, formerly of Bucyrus and most recently of Port Charlotte, Fl passed away on Monday June 4, 2018 in Port Charlotte.  Dorothy was born April 17, 1932 in Bucyrus to the late Harold and Juanita (Cornwell) Reininger. She was married July 3, 1948 to Chester P. Harris Jr. who preceded her in death on July 26, 2002....

Barry Little

Barry Little

Jun 9, 2018

Biography:  Barry Little, age 48, passed away peacefully June 8, 2018 at home. Barry was born to Larry and Shelba "Bentley" Little on January 29, 1970 in Pikeville Kentucky. Barry is preceded in death by mother Shelba and infant daughter Stephanie Little.Barry is survived by current wife Stephanie "Osborne" Little; children, Jase Little, Ruben (Misty) Little, Ryne (Jordan) Little, Barry's...

Mary Arlene Peterman

Mary Arlene Peterman

Jun 7, 2018

Biography: Mary Arlene Peterman, 98 of Marion passed away on Tuesday June 5, 2018 at Brookdale Senior Living in Marion where she had been a resident for the past 15 years. Arlene was born December 25, 1919 in North Robinson to the late Melvin Earl and Grace Mary (Rader) Nelson. She was married April 5, 1947 to Robert R. Peterman...

Melody Hoon,

Melody Hoon,

Jun 4, 2018

Biography:  Melody Hoon, age 65, went to be with the Lord June 1, 2018. Meoldy was born November 4, 1952 in Bucyrus Ohio to the late Don and Thelma (Kissling) Hoon. Melody is preceded in death by parents, sister Gail Hoon; step brother, David Kennedy.Melody is survived by step mother, Dorothea Hoon; step sister, Debbie (Harry) Bloomfield.Melody lived a majority...

E. Ilene Light

E. Ilene Light

May 31, 2018

Biography:  E. Ilene Light, age 82, passed away peacefully May 28, 2018 at home. Ilene was born to the late Chester and Mary “Smith” Winkelfoos December 27, 1936 in Annapolis Maryland. She married Edward R. Light June 22, 1957 who preceded her in death on February 6, 2018. Ilene is also preceded in death by parents, brother; Michael Winkelfoos.Ilene is...

Franklin N. Rarick,

Franklin N. Rarick,

May 31, 2018

Biography:  Franklin N. Rarick, 85 of Bucyrus passed away on Saturday May 26, 2018 at Altercare of Bucyrus.  Franklin was born July 31, 1932 in Bucyrus to the late Franklin Clifford and Cora Mildred (Sawyer) Rarick.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wife Carol (Clark) Rarick and brothers Jack and Robert S. Rarick.  Franklin is survived by numerous...

Daniel Utz

Daniel Utz

May 31, 2018

Biography:  Daniel Utz, age 65, passed away unexpectedly Monday May 28, 2018. Dan was born July 20, 1952 in Willard Ohio to Robert F and Dona "Tarbutton" Utz. Dan graduated from Buckeye Central High School. He attended OSU for 1 year then returned to the family farm to do what he loved most, farming. He loved Tractor Pulling and was...

Paul J. Ebbeskotte,

Paul J. Ebbeskotte,

May 31, 2018

Biography:  Paul J. Ebbeskotte, age 80, went to be with the Lord May 29, 2018. Paul was born to the late George and Marie “Eicholt” Ebbeskotte in Ottoville Ohio January 5, 1938. Paul married his college sweetheart Betty “Ross” Ebbeskotte Oct 27, 1962. Paul is preceded in death by parents, infant brother; sisters, Madonna (Phil) Brock, Anna May Drda, Dolora...

Robert P. Clinard

Robert P. Clinard

May 27, 2018

Biography:  Robert P. Clinard, 55 of Bucyrus passed away on Friday May 25, 2018 at O.S.U. Hospital in Columbus.  Robert was born December 23, 1962 in Bucyrus to the late George Clinard and Eulanda (Tidaback) Clinard who survives.  In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by son Jared one year ago.Robert is also survived by his wife...

Richard H. Close,

Richard H. Close,

May 14, 2018

Biography:  Richard H. Close, 74 of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday May 13, 2018 at home.  Richard was born September 29, 1943 in Deunquat, OH to the late Roy and Eulalia (Hartzog) Close.  He was married April 26, 1964 to Judy I. (Eulett) Close who survives. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother Gene C....