All Obituaries

Ronald "Ronnie" Dale Ball, 84, died peacefully April 22, 2024, at the Crestline Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, after a short illness. He was born in Crestline, Ohio, September 13, 1939, to the late Evert and Bertha (Harris) Ball. Ronnie was the last born of 12 Ball children. He had 8 sisters and 3 brothers, who preceded him in death. If you grew up in Crestline, you knew (or heard stories about) the Ball family. He is survived by his daughter, Rhonda (Don) Miller and...

Salvatore "Sam" Joseph Chinni, 65, of Crestline, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Born on December 14, 1958, he was the devoted son of the late Josephine Catherine (Tornichio) Chinni and Salvatore (Sam) Chinni. Sam was preceded in death by his mother, father and older sister, Andrea (Frederick) Feeney. He leaves behind his sister, Rose Chinni Burns, and brother, Joseph (Diane) Chinni. Among his nieces and nephews, Anthony Chinni, Joseph (Lindsey) Chinni, Angela (Christian)...

Theresa “Terri” Lynn Castor, 69, of Galion, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.  Terri was born on September 3, 1954, to the late Harold and Joyce (Johnson) Martin. Terri graduated from Galion High School, class of 1972.  She married Michael Castor on December 29, 1975. Terri set the foundation for a successful career as a laborer in the manufacturing industry, contributing her skills to Baja Boats. Her dedication to her work mirrored her commitment to those...

On Thursday, April 12, 2024, Franklin “Curly” D.R. Clay saw his Savior with open arms and went to be with Him for eternity. He left this world having lived a long and happy life in his own bed. If ever there was a story of glorious redemption, it is his story. He was born April 9, 1938, in Branchland, WV to the late Walter and Maryanne (Lucas) Clay. At the age of 14, Franklin got a job at Tiny’s Supermarket, stocking shelves to help his family financially, a theme that...

William Henry Scribner Jr., 91 of Mansfield, passed away on April 11, 2024, at Millcreek Nursing Home. William was born on June 25, 1932, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late William Sr. and Sara "Sally" (Ward) Scribner. William married his beloved partner, Joyce McCurry on August 18, 1951. They spent a wonderful 67 years together before Joyce's passing on May 2, 2019. William was a dedicated machinist at General Motors for over 30 years, and also honorably served his...

Roger Lee Cooper, Sr., 71, of Iberia passed from this life on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at his home with his sons by his side. Roger was born on September 23, 1952, in Lincoln Co., WV to the late James and Dora (Cochran) Cooper. On December 16, 1972, Roger married his true love, Dora McCoy, and they shared 48 loving years of marriage before Dora preceded Roger in death on July 7, 2021. Roger was a true outdoorsman, finding joy in activities like fishing, mowing, and riding his beloved side...

Jean Margaret Roberts, 82, of Galion, passed away on Sunday March 31, 2024, surrounded by her devoted family. Jean was born in Galion, on April 14, 1941, to the late Raymond and Helen "Bonnie" (Stewart) Hall. A dedicated homemaker, Jean found immense pleasure in the simple pleasures of life. Whether she was indulging in her love for anything chocolate, diving into the virtual world of X Box playing Fallout 76 or finding solace in the thrill of a good horror movie, Jean's...

Virginia Marie Horton, 94, formerly of Galion, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Port Charlotte, FL. Virginia was born in Passaic, NJ on December 3, 1929, to Gordon and Lucy (Rose) McCown. She married Harry Kochheiser on April 23, 1949. Virginia was a graduate of Iberia High School and would work 33 years at ITT of Galion, before her retirement. Virginia's love and care extended beyond her occupation, as she was a nurturer at heart. She cherished her family dearly and leaves...

Carl Pritchard Damron, 92, of Galion, made it to his eternal home on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Born in Tram, KY on September 16, 1931, to the parents of Jack and Virgie (Goble) Damron. Carl married the love of his life, the late Patricia (Patton) Damron on March 28, during which they spent 68 wonderful years together. Carl dedicated his career to General Motors from which he retired after 30 years. Prior to his employment with General Motors, Carl proudly served our country in the United...

JoAnn Elizabeth (Brown) Combs, 73, of Crestline, was reunited again with the love of her life, her husband Bob, on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. JoAnn was born in Marion on February 24, 1951, to Donald and Helen (Newhouse) Brown. She graduated from Colonel Crawford High School, Class of 1969. JoAnn married Robert "Bob" Combs on July 28, 1978, and he preceded her in death on October 29, 2014. JoAnn and Bob's love was one for the history books, always living by their phrase...