The Obituary Section

Monya Lynn Graham

, Ohio

Monya Lynn Graham, 61, of Mansfield, Ohio passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026 while on Hospice of Central Ohio at The Ohio State University Hospital following an extensive battle with stage IV lung cancer.A lifelong area resident, Monya was born February 18, 1965 in Mansfield, Ohio to Mel and Beverly (Smith) Alexander.Monya worked as a Registered Nurse in the OB at MedCentral Hospital for 30 years. She loved taking care of new moms and babies and was thoughtful and caring to her patients. Outgoing and blessed with a servant's heart, Monya loved her role as a nurse. She simply wanted to help others.Her gentle nature also extended to her cats, Leo and Lenny whom she loved.Her precious granddaughters were the light of her life. Family was so important to Monya and she was a proud grandma.Faithful in her Christian walk, she attended Peoples Baptist Church regularly. She leaned heavily on…

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James "Blackie" Black

, Ohio

James Richard “Blackie” Black, 77, of Columbus passed away peacefully Monday morning, March 30, 2026 at the OhioHealth Hospice House in Columbus.He was born Jun e18, 1948 in Columbus to the late James Vernon Black and Phyllis (Spradling) Black and graduated from Mifflin High School in 1966. On May 15, 1999, he married Lisa Hedges and together they celebrated and shared 27 years of marriage.Blackie worked in car sales for over 50 years with Black Brothers Used Cars and later Buckeye Nissan. He enjoyed going on vacations, watching NASCAR, golfing and coaching baseball for boys and girls in Kilbourne for many years. An avid OSU fan and a people person, he held massive tailgate parties for the past 10 years at every home game, never meeting a stranger. Also, an avid fan of Jimmy Buffett, his Parrot head parties at his home were epic. Fun loving and ornery, he especially…

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Rose Ries

, Ohio

Rose Ries, 88, of Mansfield, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, March 31, 2026, at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. She was born on May 10, 1937, in Cervenka, Yugoslavia, to Adam and Margaret (Rephun) Neider, and came to the United States with her family at just 18 months old, where she would go on to build a life centered on faith, family, and service.Rose was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church on Middle Bellville Road. She committed her life to Jesus Christ in April of 1967. She expressed her faith through prayer, cards of encouragement, and acts of service.Gifted with creativity, Rose expressed her God-given talents through artistic crafting. She often shared these creations with others, reflecting her generous heart.On December 25, 1956, she married the love of her life, Martin Ries, with whom she shared nearly seven decades of marriage. Together they built a loving family that remains her enduring…

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Jamey Fraizer

, Ohio

August 10, 1973

Jamey A. Fraizer, age 52, of Galion passed away Saturday March 28, 2026 at Ohio State University Medical Center.Born August 11, 1973 in Galion, he was the son of the late John and Twila (Lauthers) Fraizer.Jamey was a 1992 graduate of Galion High School and then served in the United States Army. He worked for 32 years at Keller’s Napa Auto Parts in Galion. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed trapping, hunting and fishing as well as farming at the family farm. He enjoyed several trips to Pennsylvania to hunt for mushrooms. He was a member of American Legion Scarbrough Post 243, the Ohio Farm Bureau, the Morrow County Antique Tractor Association and a lifetime member of the Ohio State Trapper’s Association. He was known to be a very generous and giving person.He is survived by his brothers: Brad (Amanda) Fraizer, Jeff Fraizer and Jake (Dawn) Fraizer, significant other…

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Barbara Ann Jones

, Ohio

Barbara Ann Jones, 83, of Delaware was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday afternoon, March 28, 2026 at the OhioHealth Hospice House in Columbus surrounded by her loving family.She was born June 27, 1942 in Delaware to the late Norris and Ernestine (Reynolds) Blair and graduated from Willis High School in 1960. On June 23, 1961, she married the love of her life Robert Eugene Jones and together they celebrated almost 65 years of marriage.A homemaker, raising her children was very important to her, caregiver and she also enjoyed jobs outside the home. Working as a receptionist for a Chiropractor in Delaware, Dr. Mann, Neubert's Jewelry store downtown Delaware and The Bridal Boutique in Delaware, her sister Relva owned. Side by side for many years, Relva and Barbara loved working with the brides.  Barbara loved spending time with her family and friends, especially with her granddaughter, Leah,…

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Shirley Lee Rine

, Ohio

Shirley Lee Rine, age 89, of Mount Vernon passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.She was born on October 10, 1936, in Mount Gilead to the late Floyd and Mary K. (McGraw) Williams. Shirley was a member of the Christ the King Community Church in Fredericktown.She is survived by her son Doug Rine; her grandchildren, Sherry Lynn (Christian) Haenisch, Cassie Lee (Justin) Steiner, Corey Eugene (Lani) Rine; her great-granddaughter Willow Jean Steiner; and her brother Fred E. Williams.In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Alpha Ray Rine; her son Robert E. Rine; her brothers Larry D. Williams, Carl E. Williams, Ronald D. Williams; and her sister Linda L. Berger.Friends may call on Thursday, from 12-1pm at the Snyder Funeral Home – Flowers Chapel. A service will follow, beginning at 1pm, with Pastor Lucian Baker officiating. Burial…

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Gregory A. "Greg" Seaburn

, Ohio

Gregory A. “Greg” Seaburn, 68, passed away on Thursday March 26, 2026 at Woodside Village.Born on May 10, 1957, Greg was the youngest of four children to the late Herbert E. and Betty J. (Kightlinger) Seaburn.A 1975 graduate of Mt Gilead High School, Greg dabbled in insurance and car sales, was an orderly at Morrow County Hospital and most recently a tow motor driver at Wyandot Popcorn in Marion.On March 5,1981, Greg married Rebecca Fulwell, a nurse at Morrow County Hospital, who was tragically killed and taken from him after only eight months of marriage. He attempted to make some normalcy to his life but the grief, anger and pain would haunt him for the rest of his life.In December of 2019, Greg collapsed at his workplace and was hospitalized with a ruptured AVM in his brain which resulted in him being in long term care for the past 6…

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Joseph Gersch

, Ohio

Joseph Charles Gersch, 72 of Delaware and formerly of Lancaster County, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on the evening of Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center after a courageous two year battle with lung cancer.Joe was born December 5, 1953 in Hatboro, PA, the son of the late Charles A. & Louise Elizabeth (Gerold) Gersch. Joe was a graduate of Hatboro High School. Joe was most proud of working for Neopart LLC where he supervised and managed the parts department for 30 years. It was there that he met the love of his life, Regina (Jean) Vining. After a five year courtship, they tied the knot on September 25, 1991.When not working, Joe enjoyed being outside working in his garden, planting flowers and shrubs. He was also a gearhead that enjoyed working on older cars, most notably totally rebuilding a 1979 Volkswagen.…

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James Cantrell

, Ohio

James E. Cantrell, Jr., of Lexington, passed away at home on March 23, 2026 after a brief, but hard fought, battle with cancer. He was 62.He was born on December 8, 1963 in Columbus, Ohio to the late James E. and Carolyn Sue (Dickenson) Cantrell. On April 9, 1989 he married Judith Fown, and the couple shared almost 38 years of marriage together.As a man of faith, James regularly attended the Church of the Cross in Lexington, Southside Christian Church in Mansfield, and Grace Point in Lexington. In his spare time he enjoyed casting a line at his favorite fishing spot, listening to hours and hours of music, and spending as much time as possible with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.He is survived by his loving wife Judith Cantrell, brother Scott (Mary) Cantrell, daughter Trina (Andy) VanMeter, grandchildren Anthony Belcher, Gage (Sky) Belcher, David VanMeter, Paige Belcher, Gabriel Jungling, and great-grandchildren…

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Terry D. Patterson

, Ohio

Terry D. Patterson, age 67, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Knox Community Hospital.He was born on May 11, 1958, in Parkersburg, West Virginia to the late Jesse D. and Nora G. (Hinzman) Patterson.Terry is survived by his daughters, Stephanie, Wendy, Katie and Ginny; a brother, David (Sherry) Patterson; his fiancé, Debra Spencer; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Snyder Funeral Home – Lasater Chapel, 11337 Upper Gilchrist Road in Mount Vernon. Graveside funeral services will be in Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens.To express a condolence to the Patterson family, please visit www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

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Judith Freeman

, Ohio

Judith Ann Freeman, 84, of Bellville, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026, at Country Meadows Care Center, leaving behind a home built on quiet devotion, steady faith, and the kind of love that showed up every day.She was born June 28, 1941, in Logansport, Indiana, to the late C. Everett and Esther (Regan) Watts, and carried with her a lifelong understanding that the most important work is often done within the walls of one’s own home.Judith was, first and always, a caretaker of her family. As a homemaker, she created a place where needs were met without being spoken and where love was understood without condition. In 1984, she stepped into the workforce at Hi-Stat in quality control, yet even as her world expanded beyond the home, her priorities never shifted. Her family remained the center, and she made certain they felt it. She retired in 2006 after 22 years…

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Sherry K. Archer

, Ohio

Sherry K. Archer, age 77, of Mount Vernon, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Knox Community Hospital. She was born in Mount Vernon, Ohio, on February 16, 1949, the daughter of Vaughn and Thelma (Elder) Burson.She is survived by her daughter, Shawna (James) Hawk of Jacksonville, Florida, five grandchildren, Kayla Peeler, Chaz Peeler, Dillan Peeler, Juliet Winbigler, and Tessa Winbigler, several great grandchildren, two sisters, Linda Miller and Dixie Miller.Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Jeffrey Archer and a daughter, Elizabeth Archer.The family will observe services at a later date. The Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home of Mount Vernon is honored to serve the family of Sherry K. Archer.To share a memory or leave a condolence for the family, visit www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

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Ronald Lee "Ron" Gist

, Ohio

Ronald Lee “Ron” Gist, age 88, of Edison, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 28, 2026, following a recent battle with cancer.On January 9, 1938, Ron was born in Marion, Ohio, the oldest of four children of the late Virgil Eugene Gist and Doris May (Maynard) Gist Carver. He grew up in Caledonia and graduated from Caledonia High School in the class of 1956, where he was a three sport athlete.A lifelong car salesman, Ron owned and operated Ron Gist RV and Auto Sales for over 30 years. After selling his dealership, he continued working by delivering parts for NAPA Auto Parts in Mount Gilead.Back in the early 1970s, Ron sold a Fiat to Carol Sue Hammon, and from there, the rest is history. Shortly thereafter, Ron and Carol were united in marriage on October 26, 1974, at the Trinity Baptist Church in Marion. They shared 51 years…

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Virginia Maxine Pounds

, Ohio

March 26, 2026

MANSFIELD - Virginia Maxine Pounds, 95, of Mansfield, passed away March 27, 2026 at Liberty Nursing Care Center.Virginia was born Oct. 24, 1930 in Scio, Ohio to Orton and Clara (Kail) Harmon. She graduated in 1949 from Cadiz High School and worked in the Scio Pottery until her marriage to Frank G. Pounds in 1953. They moved to Galion and later to the Crestline area and raised 7 children. In later years, she worked for the North American Knitting Mill in Mansfield, Universal Manufacturing and retired in 1993 from Hi-Stat Manufacturing in Lexington.Virginia was a homemaker in the truest sense, cooking, baking, rocking babies, and using a wringer washer and clothesline in earlier years. She loved visiting the neighbor ladies on her street, sewing, and working in her flower and vegetable gardens. When her children were older she loved to roller skate; in later years she made many quilts for…

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Verna Ruth Ogg

, Ohio

Verna R. Ogg, born November 10, 1928, in Carey, Ohio passed peacefully to her new home in heaven with Jesus, her Savior on March 25, 2026. It was Verna’s prayer that all of her family, friends and people she had met on her life journey would join together again in Heaven one day.Verna was born to Lloyd and Violetta (Patterson) Lessig. She enjoyed family life with five siblings Richard (deceased) (Virginia)Tiffin, OH, James (Sally) both deceased Carey, OH, Roger (Nancy) both deceased Vanlue, OH, Marilyn (James deceased) Searson of Upper Sandusky, and Robert (Julia) of Ashland, OH.She was a proud graduate of Carey High School Class of 1946. On March 21, 1947, Verna married her best friend, Jack Ogg (deceased). They embarked on their lifelong journey of building their family grounded in faith and the joy of shared experiences. She was a devoted wife, mom and grandma. Her children are…

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Greg Hoverman

, Ohio

Greg Hoverman, 70, of McComb passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center.Greg was born on February 28, 1956 in Findlay, Ohio to the late Raymond and Mary (Bidlack) Hoverman. He met Mary Lee, while attending a revival service at the Central Church of Christ and they were married on March 27, 1982 and she survives in McComb. Also surviving are his two sons: Shawn Hoverman and Timothy Hoverman and siblings: Gwen (Rex) Burk and Donnie (Celeste) Hoverman. Greg was also preceded in death by a sister Diana Houtz.Greg was a lifelong and dedicated member of the McComb community and a 1974 graduate of McComb High School. He was employed at Whirlpool in Findlay, where he retired in 2020 after 43 years of dedicated service. In addition, Greg spent 45 years as an insurance agent, working alongside his family at Hoverman Insurance Agency Inc. in McComb.Greg…

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Sharon Darleene Richardson

, Ohio

March 27, 2026

Sharon Darleene Richardson, 75, of Marion, passed away on March 28, 2026, at the Meadows of Marion. She was born on April 3, 1950, in Columbus to Edward and Margaret (Stidam) Bright. On August 5, 1975, Sharon married Carter Wayne Richardson, and together they shared a loving and devoted marriage until his passing in 1997.Sharon was a graduate of Richwood High School, Class of 1968. She later worked on the assembly line at Gilson Comp in Lewis Center. A woman of deep faith, Sharon cherished her role as a minister’s wife and found great joy in serving the Lord. She was a faithful member of the Solid Foundation Pentecostal Church in Marion, Ohio. Her faith was central to her life and her family. She was actively involved in praise and worship, taught Sunday School, participated in fundraising efforts, and enjoyed relaxing with a good comedy on television.Sharon is survived by…

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Doris A. Javens

, Ohio

Doris A. Javens, age 86, of Galion passed away, Thursday March 26, at Altercare of Bucyrus.Born February 5, 1940 in Hanlin Station, PA, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Mary Elizabeth “Beth” (Fulton) Kinney. She married Harry L. Javens on February 6, 1958, and he preceded her in death on March 15, 2013.Doris worked for 8 years at Porky’s Drive-in in Galion and then for 15 years at Polk Township AMVETS 1979 where she was a lifetime Auxiliary member. She loved to play bingo, read and work on puzzles. She loved to spend time with her family.She is survived by her sons: Howard (Tina) Javens, Ric (Dawn) Javens, Harry “Bonesy” (Michelle) Javens Jr. and Jeffrey (Davette) Javens, grandchildren; Dustin Javens, Ashley Javens, Richard Javens II, Noah Javens and Brian Javens, numerous great grandchildren and siblings: Shirley Aspert, Mary Louise Albert and Harold (Pat) Kinney.In addition to her…

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Sherry Lee Gordon

, Ohio

Sherry Lee Gordon, 78 of Canal Winchester, passed Sunday evening, March 29, 2026 at the Embassy of Winchester.Born Jue 18, 1947 in California, the daughter of the late Gene & Marcella (Flint) Cutlip. Sherry was one of 4 children to Gene and Marcella.Sherry moved to Ohio and began working at the retail store Big Lots, where she worked the register and stocked the shelves. She enjoyed being around and socializing the community.Sherry was preceded in death by her parents, husband Wilmer “Flash” Gordon, her children daughter Marci Kuhl and son Loren Kuhl, she was also preceded in death by her brother Frank.Left to cherish her memory our here sisters Diana Rudd of California and Lisa Bennett of Pickerington; grandson Brandson Morris; numerous nieces, nephews’ cousins and friends.Private Graveside services took place at Kingwood Memorial Park in Lewis Center, Ohio where she was laid to rest next to her husband.Memories and…

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Edward W Wilds

, Ohio

Edward Warren Wilds, age 91 of Richwood, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026. On September 16, 1934, he was born in South Point, Ohio to the late Joseph and Florida (Ferguson) Wilds.Edward worked at Eaton Axel in Marion for 40 years. He enjoyed bird and deer watching, spending time at the Richwood Lake, sitting around the kitchen table drinking coffee with his family, watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s sporting events, and spending time with his family.He is survived by his children: Edra (Donny) Ridgeway and Bill (Jean) Wilds both of Richwood; his grandchildren, Dawn (John) Draper, Shane Ridgeway, Shanda (Chris) Fields, Dena (Rudy) Klosterman, Jamie Hemp (Adam), Billie Jo (Jared) Boger; eleven great-grandchildren, Carsen Newell (Sarah), Taylor Klosterman, Paige Klosterman, Nolan Draper, Kooper Klosterman, Scout Boger, Remi Boger, Ava Fields, Rawley Boger, Starlie Fields, and Londyn Fields: his sister in law Sue Wilds, several nieces and nephews; and many…

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