Obituaries

Cheryl L. Ferryman

Cheryl L. Ferryman

Oct 7, 2023

Cheryl L. Ferryman, 65, of Raymond, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023 at her residence following an extended illness, with her loving husband by her side.

 

A graduate of Greenon High School in Enon, she worked for several years as an assembler and in the paint department at Honda. She enjoyed camping, hiking, reading, and loved her peppermint candy.

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Richard L. Hirby

Richard L. Hirby

Sep 23, 2023

Richard L. Hirby, 68, of West Mansfield, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of Union County following many months of failing health.

A graduate of West Milton High School, Richard worked as a production coordinator in the weld shop at Honda for 30 years, retiring in 2015. Having a love for motorsports, he enjoyed riding motorcycles and...

Jesse James Shock

Jesse James Shock

Sep 2, 2023

Jesse James Shock, 14, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023 at Mt. Carmel Hospital in Grove City from an accident while swimming.

He was a freshman at Marysville High School where he was a member of the wrestling team. Jesse was also active in Jiu-jitsu and enjoyed playing video games, swimming and studying Japanese culture. An avid reader, he...

Esther Greenwood

Esther Greenwood

Sep 1, 2023

Esther Greenwood, 100, of Marysville, passed away Friday, September 1, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of Union County, with her loving son by her side following a brief illness.

A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, she was a wonderful, loving homemaker for her family. Esther was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Marysville and enjoyed shopping and sewing.

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Doris J. Fields

Doris J. Fields

Aug 23, 2023

Doris J. Fields, 85, of Marysville, passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at Memorial Gables.

A 1956 graduate of Marysville High School, she worked with the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, retiring in 2011. She was a member of the Windsor Community Seniors and the Union County Farm Bureau. She loved her flowers, especially her roses and...

Gregory R. Felix

Gregory R. Felix

Aug 20, 2023

Gregory R. Felix, 65, of Marysville, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023 at Bluebird of Marysville following many months of failing health.

A devoted husband, father and papa, Greg loved his family and cherished his time he spent with them. Whether it was coaching his children in their younger years or attending the activities of his grandchildren, he was always...

Rodney L. Preston

Rodney L. Preston

Aug 15, 2023

Rodney L. Preston, 69, of Raymond, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of Union County.

Born May 26, 1954 in Portsmouth, he was the son of the late Hershel and Joy (Dean) Preston.

Am loving husband, father, papa and brother, he was a graduate of Piketon High School and retired from the Marysville Honda plant where he...

Aliyah Rosalee West

Aliyah Rosalee West

Aug 15, 2023

Aliyah Rosalee West, 8 Months, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus following a lifelong battle with heart ailments and surrounded by her loving family.Born December 15, 2022, in Bellefontaine, she was the daughter of Jared D. West and Allissa Denae Yeager. Although her time was much too brief, Aliyah will leave a lifetime impression...

Larry D. Dunham

Larry D. Dunham

Aug 5, 2023

Larry D. Dunham, 63, of Rowsburg and formerly of West Mansfield, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023 at his residence.

Never one to sit still, Larry was always “working on,” “fixing” or “tinkering” with something. In his younger years, he enjoyed working on cars and was an adult leader with the Boy Scouts while his son was involved. Having a...

George E. Freeman

George E. Freeman

Aug 2, 2023

George E. Freeman, 92, of Marysville, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at the Arbors of Delaware.

 

He served his country for nearly 20 years in the U.S. Army, from 1956 until his retirement in1976. He served two tours in Korea and one in Vietnam. While serving in Vietnam, he served at the same time as his son, Ed....

Peggy A. Wilcox

Peggy A. Wilcox

Jul 27, 2023

Peggy A. Wilcox, 85, of East Liberty, passed away Thursday, July 27, 2023 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus following a brief illness.

A loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother, she retired from Ranco following over 30 years of service. A longtime member of the Marysville Eagles #3506, she was also a member of the Goldwing Road Riders Association...

Leonard E. Belville

Leonard E. Belville

Jul 21, 2023

Leonard E. Belville, 92, of Delaware, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023 at Danbury- Westerville, Parkside Village, with his wife and children by his side.

 

Leonard was employed as a project engineer for 30 years with Westreco before his retirement in 1990. He was a faithful, active member and elder of the Delaware Church of Christ. Leonard was a...

Richard W. Allen

Richard W. Allen

Jul 7, 2023

Richard W. Allen, 87, of Bellefontaine passed away Friday, July 7, 2023 at his daughter’s residence in Lovilia, IA.

He was employed for 40 years with Grimes Manufacturing in Urbana before retiring as a foreman in 1998. He attended the First Friends Church in Bellefontaine and was a member of the Urbana Moose Lodge #1215. He and his wife loved...

Jack L. Orahood

Jack L. Orahood

Jul 4, 2023

Jack L. Orahood, 87, of West Mansfield, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at his residence following many months of failing health.

 

Jack worked as a millwright with Union Local #712 for many years. A member of the West Mansfield Conservation Club, he loved hunting and fishing, woodworking and his gun collection. He enjoyed watching the Cleveland Indians and...

Terry L. Slack

Terry L. Slack

Jun 28, 2023

Terry L. Slack, 71, of Marysville, passed away following a brief illness on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at the James Cancer Hospital, surrounded by his family.

 

A devoted husband, loving father, grandfather and great grandfather, he was happiest when spending time at home, taking care of his “part of the planet.” Then when needed, he could be found tinkering...

Harold G. Clem

Harold G. Clem

Jun 26, 2023

Harold G. Clem, 88, of Zanesfield, passed away on Monday, June 26, 2023at Mt. Carmel/St. Ann’s Hospital in Columbus.

 

Born September 15, 1934 in Auglaize County, he was the son of the late Forest and Alice Clem. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis.

 

A loving husband, father, and grandfather, he loved hunting, fishing and...

Robert E. "Bob" Reisinger

Robert E. "Bob" Reisinger

Jun 23, 2023

Robert E. “Bob” Reisinger, 67, of North Lewisburg, passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 23, 2023 at his residence.

 

Bob proudly served his country in the United States Army and the Army Reserves and was a member of the VFW Post 3320. He loved to ride his Harley Davidson and was a collector of nearly anything and everything. He will...

Hershel P. "Phil" Slone

Hershel P. "Phil" Slone

Jun 5, 2023

Hershel P. “Phil” Slone, 70, of Marion, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 5, 2023 at Select Specialty Hospital in Columbus, surrounded by loving family, following many months of failing health.

Born April 21, 1953 in Garner, KY, he was the son of the late Lindsey and Alice Slone. In addition to his parents, he was...

Janice E. Middaugh

Janice E. Middaugh

Jun 4, 2023

Janice E. Middaugh, 75, of Marion, was called home to join her loving husband on Sunday, June 4, 2023 following a hard fought, courageous battle with cancer.

A 1965 graduate of Harding High School, she worked with Verne Hart insurance in her early years, then worked as the secretary at Central Christian Church for many years while her daughter was in...

Delia R. Stearns

Delia R. Stearns

May 26, 2023

Delia R. Stearns, 70, of Galloway, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 at her residence following many months of failing health, surrounded by her family.

A loving and nurturing wife, mother and grandmother, she loved spending time at her mother and father-in-law’s pond feeding the catfish, and watching the birds and squirrels from the windows or porches. Delia was also...

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