Obituaries

Pauleen Salisbury

Pauleen Salisbury

Apr 14, 2026

Pauleen Salisbury, 76, of Marion, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on April 14, 2026. She was born July 1, 1949, in Marion, Ohio, to Paul Monroe Darst and June Arlou (Bent) Darst.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Sharon (Darst) Jackson; her brother, Ronnie Darst; her daughter, Mary Beth (Salisbury) Nelson; and her son,...

Carl Calvin Mitchell

Carl Calvin Mitchell

Apr 12, 2026

Carl C. Mitchell “Mitch”, 86 years old, passed away on April 12, 2026 in his home in Marion, Ohio.

Carl lived a long, full life and was proud to share that he was born, raised and lived his 86 years in Marion, Ohio.

Carl worked 30 years for Ohio Edison as a lineman and working foreman. After his retirement, he didn’t idle...

Larry Lee Crowe

Larry Lee Crowe

Apr 10, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Lee Crowe, on April 10, 2026, at 83 years of age. Larry lived in Marion, Ohio and was born on October 10, 1942, to the late Charles F. Crowe and Edna P. Lane. He was a 1960 graduate of Harding High School.

Larry served in the United States Air...

Isaiah Lee Baldwin, Jr.

Isaiah Lee Baldwin, Jr.

Apr 3, 2026

Isaiah Lee Baldwin, Jr., a shining light in the lives of all who knew him, was born on October 21, 2021, in Marion, Ohio. His precious journey came to a tender close on April 3, 2026, also in Marion, Ohio, after a brave and relentless battle with childhood cancer, specifically ETMR (a brain tumor).

Isaiah was an extraordinary little soul—remarkably smart,...

Elza "Cap" Richard Heller

Elza "Cap" Richard Heller

Mar 26, 2026

Elza "Cap" Richard Heller, cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home in Marion, Ohio, on March 26, 2026, at the age of 82. After a courageous and long battle with cancer, he was surrounded by the love of his family in his final moments.

Born on April 9, 1943, in Marion to Elmer Harrison and Minnie...

Albert Slone

Albert Slone

Mar 26, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Albert Slone on March 26, 2026, in La Rue, Ohio. Albert was born on May 17, 1935, in Garner, Kentucky, to the late Judge and Lucy Marie Mosley Slone. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather and was the last surviving of 13 children.

Albert...

Ruthe Likens

Ruthe Likens

Mar 18, 2026

Ruthe A. Likens, 76, of Marion, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on March 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.



She was born on March 24, 1949, in Grimms Landing, West Virginia, to Daniel Tucker and Mary Jane Stanley, both of whom she now joins again in peace.



On August 1, 1987, Ruthe married the love of...

Lorene Conley Ratliff

Lorene Conley Ratliff

Mar 16, 2026

Lorene Conley-Ratliff of Prospect, Ohio went home to be with her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ on March 16, 2026 at 11:08 p.m. at the Sarah Moore Ohio Living nursing facility.

She was born on July 25, 1940 in Salyersville, Kentucky, to her late parents Sammie & Jessie (Williams) Borders. She was blessed with two loves in her lifetime. The first,...

Jennifer Lynn Blevins

Jennifer Lynn Blevins

Mar 13, 2026

Jenni Blevins was a beautiful soul who brought love, laughter, and light to so many. Our hearts are heavy as we come together to remember and celebrate her life.

Jenni was truly full of life. She had a spirit that could brighten any room and a heart that loved deeply. She leaves behind so many cherished memories, endless love, and moments...

Yvonne Kye

Yvonne Kye

Mar 12, 2026

January 10, 1955 – March 12, 2026

Yvonne Kye was born on January 10, 1955, to Geneva Jenkins and Solomon Green in Detroit, Michigan. During her life, Yvonne attended several schools, obtaining certificates of completion. She worked in both healthcare and hospitality. A devoted woman of God, Yvonne had a passion for preaching and continuing God’s work. She entered the School...

Vernon Lee Conners

Vernon Lee Conners

Mar 12, 2026

It is with heartfelt reverence that we announce the peaceful passing of Vernon L. Conners, aged 74, on March 12, 2026, at his cherished home, lovingly surrounded by family. Born in Marion, Ohio, to Charles Conners and Thelma Murphy, Vernon’s life was a testament to devotion, family, and the simple joys found in nature and music.

Vernon shared a beautiful union...

Mary Lou Mejeur

Mary Lou Mejeur

Mar 11, 2026

Mary Lou Mejeur, 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, teacher and friend.

Born in Champion, Ohio to Arnel and Dorothy Robinson, Mary Lou grew up in a home filled with love, learning, and strong family values. Her childhood...

Barbara Ann Berney

Barbara Ann Berney

Mar 6, 2026

Barbara Ann (Jaggers) Berney, 71, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born on November 2, 1954, in Mio, Michigan to Joseph E Berney, Jr. and Betty Lou Ellen Kear.

She had a creative soul and a gift for finding beauty in the smallest things, especially anything that sparkles. She loves making...

Sandra Lee Coy

Sandra Lee Coy

Mar 1, 2026

Sandra Lee (Wakely) Coy, 76, of Marion, Ohio, passed away on March 1, 2026. She was born on September 22, 1949, in Marion, Ohio, to the late Kenneth R. Wakely Sr. and Emma M. (Stephey)  Wakely. 

Sandra was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Steven Coy, whom she married on July 6, 2000. Steven passed away on May 17, 2013....

Carol Lee Marshall

Carol Lee Marshall

Feb 23, 2026

Carol Lee Marshall, 59, of Marion, OH, unexpectedly passed away at Marion General Hospital on February 23, 2026.

She was born on August 12,1966 in Columbus, OH to Richard and Frances Boham. She graduated from Big Walnut High School in 1985.

She married the late Mark A. Marshall in May of 1989. They had 4 beautiful children together. They shared a total...

Georgene Irick

Georgene Irick

Feb 21, 2026

Georgene Senters Irick, age 86, of Marion, went to her heavenly home with Jesus on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at home, surrounded by family.

Georgene was born in Martin, Kentucky March 6, 1939, to the late Carl and Ethel Senters. She attended Betsy Layne High School.

She is preceded in death by her husband Paul Irick, her parents, her brothers Fred, Bud,...

Janet Faye Blevins

Janet Faye Blevins

Feb 19, 2026

Janet Faye Blevins, age 81, entered the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at The Meadows of Marion. Born to Heskell Hughes and Faye (York) Hughes in Delaware, Ohio. She was known for her love of gardening and love of collecting angels, cardinals, and miniature clocks.

She leaves behind her daughter Trina (Scott) McCollough of...

Richard Lawrence Bond

Richard Lawrence Bond

Feb 15, 2026

Richard (Dick) Lawrence Bond, age 93 of Marion, OH died peacefully on February 15, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones at Kingston Residence of Marion. He was born on January 24, 1933, to his father, Russell Bond and mother, Cleo (Rizor) Bond. From the age of 2, he, along with his siblings, Betty and Bob, were raised by his Uncle...

Penny Hall-King

Penny Hall-King

Feb 12, 2026

Penny Hall King, age 78, of Marion, passed away on February 12, 2026 at 12:42am at home, surrounded by family.

She was born in Pikeville, KY November 9, 1947, the daughter of the late Hargus & Bertha (Donathan) Hall.  She attended Betsy Layne High School. Soon after she met and married the love of her life, the late Sky (Raymond) King...

James Lowell Douce

James Lowell Douce

Feb 10, 2026

James Lowell Douce, age 80, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, after a valiant battle with colon cancer.

On May 9, 1945, James was born in Galion, Ohio, to the late Delbert and Corrinne (Corwin) Douce. On November 1,1980, he married the love of his life, Patricia A. (Massey) Douce.

Jim worked at Quaker Oats until 1990....