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Kenneth Calvin Aurand Sr.

Kenneth Calvin Aurand Sr.

Jun 22, 2024

Kenneth Calvin Aurand, Sr. 70 of Bucyrus, Ohio passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday June 22, 2024. Kenneth was born July 20, 1953 in Bucyrus to the late Calvin and Vivian (Khnierm) Aurand. He married the love of his life, Winnie (Cooper) Aurand on March 21, 1981.

Kenneth is survived by his wife Winnie and six...

Betty Ebbeskotte

Betty Ebbeskotte

Jun 14, 2024

Betty Ebbeskotte, age 85, went to be with the Lord and her husband, June 14, 2024. Betty was born to the late Earl Arnold and Anna Marie (Luidhardt) Ross, May 25, 1939 in Bucyrus, Ohio. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Paul Ebbeskotte, whom she married October 27, 1962; sister and brother-in-law Dolores (David) Wolf, brother and...

Larry E. Clinard

Larry E. Clinard

Jun 13, 2024

Larry “Uncle Larry” Eugene Clinard, age 71, passed away June 13, 2024 in Bucyrus Ohio. Larry was born to the late George W. and Eulanda Jean (Tidyback) Clinard March 8, 1953 in Bucyrus Ohio. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Cora L. (Benson) Clinard; brother, Robert “Bobby” Clinard; sister, Kathie Riley; and grandson, Abel Clinard.

Larry is survived...

John Franklin Mullins Sr.

John Franklin Mullins Sr.

Jun 12, 2024

John Franklin Mullins Sr., age 67, passed away at home June 12, 2024 surrounded by family. John was born to the late Junior Mullins and Rayetta (Nickler) Patrick, May 6, 1957 in Bucyrus Ohio. John is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert “Bob” Mullins.

John is survived by children, John Franklin (Kari Eulett) Mullins Jr., Brad (Kaileigh Brammer)...

Susan J. Wilson

Susan J. Wilson

Jun 9, 2024

Susan J. Wilson, age 83, of Bucyrus, OH has returned to the Lord June 9th. Susan was a fun and loving mom, grandma and friend. Susan was born to the late Richard Eugene and Freda Beatrice (Auck) Wilson December 3, 1940 in Bucyrus Ohio. Susan is preceded in death by her parents, son-in-law Estill Walton and granddaughter-in-law Carol Mullins.

Susan is...

Stephen M. Reed

Stephen M. Reed

Jun 4, 2024

Stephen M. Reed, age 81, passed away at Altercare of Bucyrus June 4, 2024. Stephen was born to the late Betty J. “Arndt” Reed on October 9, 1942 in Galion, Ohio. On October 10, 1975, Stephen married the love of his life, Nancy “Heidl” Reed. Stephen is preceded in death by his mother; brothers, Donald F. Reed Jr. and David...

Gina Michelle Groves

Gina Michelle Groves

Jun 3, 2024

Gina Michelle Groves, 57, most recently of Bucyrus passed away on Monday June 3, 2024 in Galion, her death was unexpected.  Gina was born March 9, 1967 in Bucyrus to Mike Groves and Pat (Woodall) McManaway both of Bucyrus.  She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Bill and Helen Walter; paternal grandparents J.M. and Lorraine Groves; cousin Jeffrey...

Gladys Marie (Mullins) Knell

Gladys Marie (Mullins) Knell

Jun 2, 2024

Gladys Marie (Mullins) Knell, age 72, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by the love and support of her family and friends in Benton, on June 2, 2024. Gladys was born to the late Ray & Ida (Wilmot) Mullins September 10, 1951, in Bucyrus Community Hospital. Gladys joins her brothers Jessie Ray Mullins, William (Little Billy) Mullins, & James...

Loretha Slaughter

Loretha Slaughter

May 31, 2024

Loretha Slaughter, 69 of Bucyrus passed away on Friday May 31, 2024 at Altercare of Bucyrus.   Loretha was born August 9, 1954 in Toledo, Ohio to the late William Slaughter Sr. and Irvena (Pickens) Slaughter.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter Margaret Marie Slaughter and brother William H. Slaughter Jr.

Loretha is survived...

Arthur L. Rank

Arthur L. Rank

May 20, 2024

Arthur L. Rank, 84 of Bucyrus passed away on Monday May 20, 2024 at Bucyrus Community Hospital.   Arthur was born September 30, 1939 in Bucyrus to the late John and Mary Ann (Ferguson) Rank.  He was also preceded in death by wife Patricia (Cotsamire) Rank on April 28, 2024.  Arthur was the last of 6 children that included sister...

Larry Lee Beach

Larry Lee Beach

May 18, 2024

Larry Lee Beach, 59 of Bucyrus passed away on Saturday May 18, 2024 at his home in Galion.  Larry was born July 25, 1964 in Galion to the late Calvin and Ruth Anna Jane (Argo) Beach.  Larry was never married.

Larry is survived by sisters Laura L. Vermilyer of Niles Michigan and Lisa K. Gollihue of Galion as well as several...

Steven "Doug" Grasley

Steven "Doug" Grasley

May 17, 2024

Steven “Doug” Grasley, 60 of Willard Ohio passed away peacefully at his home on Friday May 17, 2024 surrounded  by his family.  Doug was born Dec 7, 1963 to the late Ronald Grasley and Barbara (Young) Spurlock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Rick Grasley and Step father Sherrill Spurlock, and a nephew...

Richard D. Crary

Richard D. Crary

May 14, 2024

Richard D. Crary, 83, of rural Bucyrus passed away on Tuesday May 14, 2024 at Trustwell Living where he had been for a week in Hospice Care.   Richard was born May 2, 1941 in Upper Sandusky to the late Charles and Doris (Weaver) Crary.  

Richard is survived by sons Ricky Crary and Chris (Rachelle) Crary; two grandchildren; sister JoAnn...

Marcella "Marci" Jean Blankenship

Marcella "Marci" Jean Blankenship

May 11, 2024

Marcella “Marci” Jean Blankenship, age 79, passed away at Carlisle Place of Bucyrus, May 11, 2024. Marci was born to the late James and Violet (Hocker) Bogan on July 2, 1944, in Galion, Ohio. Marci was preceded in death by her parents, step-mother, Vivian Bogan; husband, Calvin Blankenship; son, Michael Blankenship; and special friend, Richard (Dick) Kidd.

Marci is survived by...

Carole Ann Rerko

Carole Ann Rerko

May 10, 2024

Carole Ann Rerko, age 80, passed away at Altercare of Bucyrus, Friday, May 10, 2024. Carole was born to the late Frank and Elaine “Thorne” Plush July 11, 1943 in Bedford Ohio. Carole was preceded in death by her parents, and husband Kenneth Rerko. Carole is survived by son, Justin (Leanne) Rerko; brother, Gary Plush; sister, Gayle Reid; and her...

John F. Smith

John F. Smith

May 2, 2024

John F. Smith, 76 of Bucyrus went home to be with the Lord May 2, 2024. John was born July 8, 1947 to the late Frederick and Miriam (Patton) Smith. He is survived by his wife, Dez whom he married August 20, 1984. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Paul A. Smith.

John is...

Tim Allen Mofford

Tim Allen Mofford

May 2, 2024

Tim Mofford, 56 of Bucyrus passed away on Thursday May 2, 2024 at home.  Tim was born February 28, 1968 in Maysville, KY to the late Robert L. Mofford and Linda (Williamson) Coomer of Bucyrus.  He is also survived by son Dallas (Elizabeth) Mofford, Bucyrus; Former wife Sheila Lohr; step children Shane Etzinger of Bucyrus, Shawnda Sexton of Mansfield, and...

Shirley Ann Leonhardt

Shirley Ann Leonhardt

Apr 29, 2024

Shirley Ann Leonhardt, 83 of rural Crestline passed away on Monday April 29, 2024 at home.  Shirley was born February 25, 1941 in Bloomville, OH to the late Charles and Helen (Welly) Reiter.  She was married June 20, 1959 to Dorsey L. Leonhardt who preceded her in death on April 17, 2020.  She was also preceded in death by grandson...

Patricia Ann Rank

Patricia Ann Rank

Apr 28, 2024

Patricia Ann Rank, age 81, passed away peacefully at home Sunday, April 28th, 2024. Pat was born at home in Bucyrus, Ohio to the late Harley and Geneva “Beale” Cotsamire on July 28, 1942. Pat married the love of her life, Arthur Rank, in 1961. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Patricia is survived by husband of 63 years,...