Obituaries
Sandra Chilson
Oct 7, 2025
Sandra Chilson, a beloved resident of Marion, Ohio, spent most of her life in Shelby, Ohio, passed away peacefully on her birthday, October 7, 2025, at the age of 54. Sandra was born in Shelby, Ohio, on a crisp autumn morning in 1971, filling the world with her warmth and vibrant spirit.
A devoted mother and grandmother, Sandra leaves behind an...
Judith "Judy" E. Griffith
Sep 29, 2025
Judith "Judy" E. Griffith, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 29, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on Halloween of 1945 in her cherished hometown of Marion, Ohio, Judith spent her life surrounded by family, love, and laughter.
As a devoted homemaker, Judy dedicated her life to caring for her family and home. Known...
George Ellsworth Long
Sep 21, 2025
George Long, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in Marion, OH, at the age of 82. Born on a crisp Tuesday, February 16, 1943, George's life was a testament to hard work, family devotion, and the pursuit of unique interests.
A dedicated employee of Whirlpool, George committed his career to excellence and...
Charles S. Blair
Sep 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles “Steve” Blair, who left us peacefully on Saturday, September 20th, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on Monday, October 27th, 1958, Steve was a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend, whose presence will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Steve is survived by his devoted children,...
Harold "Benny" Staiger, Jr.
Sep 19, 2025
Harold “Benny” Staiger Jr., a beloved craftsman and cherished family man, passed away on Friday, September 19th, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on Wednesday, May 6th, 1964, at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, Harold later made his home in Bucyrus, Ohio, finding joy and fulfillment in both his work and family.
Harold was a dedicated craftsman, whose skilled hands and...
Holly Hoagland
Sep 17, 2025
Holly Hoagland, a cherished mother, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the age of 52. Born and raised in Marion, Ohio, Holly was a proud resident who devoted her life to her family and her beloved hobbies.
Holly was a dedicated homemaker who found joy in nurturing her family and surrounding them with love and...
Mary Lou Green
Sep 16, 2025
Mary Lou Green, a beloved member of the Marion, Ohio community, went to be her Lord on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Marion, Ohio, on Tuesday, January 24, 1933, Mary Lou spent her life in the town she cherished, surrounded by family and friends.
Mary Lou was a devoted homemaker who dedicated her life to...
Linda Darlene White
Sep 7, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Darlene White, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7th, 2025, at the age of 71. Linda was born on Friday, March 26th, 1954, in Idabell, Oklahoma and resided in Marion, Ohio, where she touched the lives of many with her...
Jack Bess
Sep 1, 2025
Jack Bess, a cherished resident of Marengo, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on September 1, 2025, at the age of 88, surrounded by the love of his family after a prolonged illness.
He was born on July 10 , 1937, in Covington, Virginia, Jack was the son of Cleaster (Gerald) and Mary Francis (Glass) Bess. His dedication to service...
Justin Daniel James Steele
Aug 28, 2025
Justin Daniel James Steele, of Bucyrus, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2025. He was born on May 9, 1992 to his parents Jimmy and Jenny Steele in Columbus, Ohio.
He was a hard working man, who found his niche in construction work and more specifically he excelled in frame work. He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, playing darts...
Rosetta J Hickman
Aug 17, 2025
Rosetta June Hickman, age 82, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, at Marion General Hospital surrounded by her family and loved ones.
She was born in Marion, where she lived all her life. She married Norman L. Burch in June of 1959, and they had 5 daughters together. During that time, she worked at Marion Manor Nursing...
Thomas Michael Kuhar
Aug 15, 2025
Thomas Michael Kuhar, 73, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, in his hometown.
Born on July 2, 1952, in Marion, Tom spent his life rooted in the community he loved. He worked for BF Goodrich and remained through two sales of the plant before retiring after 32 years. In addition, he spent over 20 years working part-time...
Tracy Mark Brammer
Aug 15, 2025
Tracy M. Brammer, age 67, of Mt. Gilead, Ohio, passed away Friday, August 15, 2025, unexpectantly from a tragic accident while in his dump truck.
He was born October 16, 1957, in Marion, Ohio to the late Carl G. Brammer, Sr and Janice (Johnson) Brammer, who survives in Cardington, Ohio.
Tracy was a proud US Army veteran. He served 3 years active...
Robert "Bob" Kim Williamson
Aug 15, 2025
Robert “Bob” Kim Williamson, age 95, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, just ten days shy of his 96th birthday. Born on August 25, 1929, in Marion to Phillip and Audrey (Kim) Williamson, Bob was a lifelong resident of the community he loved.
A 1948 graduate of Marion Harding High School, Bob went on to complete courses...
Dahlen "Dick" Richard Furniss
Aug 9, 2025
Dahlen Richard Furniss Sr., age 81, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, after a brief illness. Born October 19, 1943, In Marion, Richard falsified his age and joined the United States Army in 1960. While stationed in the then West Germany, Richard met the love of his life, Annerose (Schmitt) Furniss, and they married on his 20th birthday in...
Judith "Judy" Ann Schultz
Aug 5, 2025
Judith "Judy" Ann Schultz, 86 of Big Island, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Marion General Hospital.
Judy was born on September 13, 1938, in New Augusta, Indiana to the late Robert and Alma (Webb) Marsh.
They moved to Byhalia, Ohio where Judy started school and later moved to the Green Camp area where she graduated in 1956 from...
Ray V. McQuistion
Aug 5, 2025
Ray V. McQuistion passed away on August 5, 2025, at the age of 64, surrounded by his family. Ray fought a long, hard battle with cancer since 2019 and never stopped fighting even when times got tough.
Ray was born on September 25, 1960, in Mt. Gilead, Ohio, to Richard and Bonnilynn (Cook) McQuistion. Ray was the second born and had...
Linda Kay Holliday
Jul 28, 2025
Linda Kay Holliday, age 82, of Marion, Ohio passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025. On February 6, 1943, she was born to the late Williard M. and Edna G (Halley) Higgins in Marion, Ohio.
Linda graduated from Marion Harding High School in 1961.
She married Gary E. Holliday on February 25, 1962. They spent 59 wonderful years together. Linda was deeply...
Gloria Mae Combs
Jul 23, 2025
Gloria Mae (Brooks) Combs, age 54, of Marion, Ohio, passed away on July 23, 2025, after a long courageous fight with cancer. Gloria (Mae Mae, as she is affectionately known) was born on December 18, 1970, to her late father Joseph Brooks and mother Gloria Jean (Friley) Graham.
Gloria married Danny Combs on August 14, 2012. They loved to camp, fish,...
Steven Richard Schuster
Jul 17, 2025
Steven Richard Schuster, age 47, of Marion, Ohio, formerly of Texas, passed away unexpectantly surrounded by family and loved ones on July 17, 2025. Richard was born to Jill (Crossmon) Schuster on July 27, 1977.
Richard spent many years of his life in Texas with his friends turned family before returning to Marion to reconnect with his sister and nieces. After...
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