All Obituaries

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...

Michael Croyle, 59, of Galion, born on February 2, 1965, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Harold and Marjorie (Ferguson) Croyle.  He passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, in Western Reserve Hospital. Michael was a man who truly embraced life in all its joys and quirks. He dedicated his career to the Heating and Air industry, where he honed his craft with diligence and passion. Throughout his life, Michael found solace and community at Victory Rock church in Galion, where his faith...

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Phyllis Catherine Ford, who departed from this world on March 21, 2024. Born on July 8, 1948, to Elden and Avis (Price) Parr. Phyllis married Ronald Ford and spent 47 wonderful years together. Phyllis's abiding faith led her to become an integral part of the Free Will Baptist Church in Bucyrus, where she found joy in participating in various activities, such as singing in the choir and engaging with the ladies' auxiliary...

Willa Jean Fry, 87, of Galion, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at The Laurels of Blanchester with her loving family by her side. Willa was born in Tram, Kentucky, on December 3, 1936, to the late Estill and Artelia (Damron) Conley. On November 24, 1956, Willa would marry the love of her life, Donald Fry, and they would share 46 years of loving marriage before Donald’s passing on July 3, 2002. Willa was a proud graduate of Galion High School Class of 1956. She was a...