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OBITUARIES
Robert William Kempen
In Loving Memory of Robert Kempen September 17, 1946 – November 3, 2026 With heavy hearts, but with the comfort of knowing he is now resting in the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, we announce the passing of Robert Kempen, who went home to be with Jesus on November 3, 2026, at…
Irene S. Kramer
Irene S. Kramer, 97, of Mount Vernon, OH, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Knox Community Hospital, in Mount Vernon. Irene was born November 4, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio to Eugene and Josephine {Casey} Lowrie. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Klein and the late Rolland Kramer.
Helena Mae (Fawcett) Smith
Helena Mae (Fawcett) Smith, affectionately known as “Pumpkin,” passed away peacefully at her home on October 31 surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 20,1955, Helen lived a life full of adventures and stories that could keep you listening for hours. She was funny, never one to sugarcoat things, and always willing to tell…
Shirley Hawke
Shirley Ann Hawke, age 66, of Utica, passed away on October 31, 2026. Shirley was born on May 22, 1960, in Mt. Vernon to the late James C. and Anna Josephine (Rauch) Hawke. She enjoyed playing cards, especially poker, and playing bingo. Her beautiful smile could brighten any room, and she cherished spending time at…
Ryan David Davis
Ryan David Davis, 33, passed away at his home on October 30, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of laughter, love, and memories that will forever be treasured by those who knew him. Born on January 28, 1993, Ryan was intelligent, quick-witted, and blessed with a wonderfully sarcastic sense of humor. He always seemed to have…
Gary Taylor
Gary N. Taylor, 87, of Howard, Ohio, passed away peacefully October 29, 2026. Born to Dwight and Olive Taylor on May 9, 1939, Gary filled the years between with working for and retiring from Continental Can, hunting and spending time with his family on the farm.
Burman E. “Ed” Sims
Burman E. “Ed” Sims, age 82, of Mount Vernon, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. He was born on January 14, 1944, in Beckley, West Virginia, the son of Burman E. and Edith (Dowdy) Sims. Ed was a 1962 graduate of Mount Vernon High School. He was…
Roger E. Everett
Roger Everett, 81, of Mount Vernon, Ohio, died on Oct. 23, 2026 at Traditions nursing home in Mount Vernon. Roger was born June 14, 1945, in Warsaw, N.Y., to Wilfred and Minnie (Shive) Everett. He grew up in Newark, Ohio, and graduated from Newark High School in 1963. He went on to earn a degree…
Lee Keyes
Lee Keyes, age 88, of Fredericktown, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. She was born on February 4, 1938, in Jackson County, West Virginia to the late Charles and Adelaide (Kay) Stone.
Patricia ‘Pat’ Hines Ronk
Patricia “Pat” Hines Ronk, 84, of Fredericktown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2026, surrounded by her husband and her three children in the comfort of her home. Born on January 28, 1942, in Fredericktown, Ohio, to Floyd and Hazel Hines, Pat grew up in Fredericktown and graduated from Fredericktown High School in 1960.…
Lynn M. Carrick
LYNN M. CARRICK (nee Nugent), age 73, beloved wife of Ken Carrick; loving sister of Ben Nugent (deceased) and Ken Nugent (Kelly); dearest sister-in-law of Kathy Rundle (Bill); dear aunt, cousin and friend of many. Passed away October 24, 2026. Private inurnment Pleasant Valley Cemetery (Howard, OH). Arrangements by Chambers Funeral Home of North Olmsted…
Gordon Andrew “Gordy” Simmons
Gordon Andrew “Gordy” Simmons age 66, passed away on October 23, surrounded by the love of his family. Gordon was born on January 7, 1960, to Cecil and Velma Simmons. Gordon enjoyed the simple things in life. Whether it was on the century family farm, out hunting, riding his Harley, or spending time with family…
Marguerite “Peggy” DePolo
Marguerite “Peggy” DePolo, age 81, of Mount Vernon, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the Ohio Eastern Star Home and Health Care Center. She was born on June 27, 1945, in Somerset, Ohio, to the late Thomas and Frances (Smith) Collins. Peggy graduated from Ohio University with a bachelor’s degree in education.…
Nancy J. Tucker
Nancy J. Tucker, age 81, of Mount Vernon passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the Knox Community Hospital. She was born on September 20, 1945, in Mount Vernon, to the late Paul and Jane (Johnson) Tucker.
Mildred Colleen Brown
Mildred Colleen Brown, age 91, of Fredericktown, Ohio, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at her residence. She was born on November 24, 1934, in Delphos, Ohio, to the late Eugene and Elizabeth (Huysman) Metzger. Mildred was a member of the Trinity Methodist Church in Delphos, Ohio. She loved being around her family and…
Carolyn Kay Hoffman
Carolyn Kay Hoffman, age 78, of Warsaw, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Roscoe Gardens Skilled Nursing and Rehab in Coshocton, Ohio. She was born on February 5, 1948, to the late Paul and Erma (Smith) Bitler. Carolyn worked for 24 years for Scott’s Aviation in Health, Ohio. She was a member…
Catherine L. Collins
Catherine L. Collins, age 78, of Mount Vernon, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at her home. She was born on May 3, 1948, in St. Petersburg, Florida, the daughter of Walter and Barbara (Ashcraft) Ronshausen. Catherine was a 1966 graduate of Centerburg High School. She was an animal lover at heart and…
Carolyn Metcalf
Carolyn Virginia (Nyhart) Metcalf, 97, of Gambier, Ohio, passed away on October 18, 2026, at Danbury Senior Living in Millersburg, Ohio. She was born June 16, 1929, in Danville, Ohio, to Glenn W. Nyhart and Florence (Sentel) Nyhart. She spent her entire married life in Gambier with her husband, James Lee Metcalf. Carolyn lived for…
Barbara Ann Reilly Stobbs
Barbara Ann Reilly Stobbs, 75, of Granville passed away on Saturday morning, October 17, 2026 at Avalon Health and Rehabilitation in Mount Vernon. She was born on November 1, 1950 in Cedarhurst, New York to the late Edwin and Frances (Petersen) Gribbon. Barb earned her bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from the Ohio Dominican College.…
Paul E. Harding
Paul E. Harding, 83, of Fredericktown died peacefully on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at his home. He was born on April 20, 1943 in Fresno, Ohio to the late Franklin and Ruby (Hunt) Harding. Paul honorably served his country in the Ohio National Guard from 1962 to 1970. He was an over-the-road-truck driver, a retired…
Richard C. Compton
Richard C. Compton, age 80, of Mount Vernon, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Danbury Senior Living in Mount Vernon. He was born on October 7, 1946, in Lock, Ohio, the son of Clinton and Iona (Hunter) Compton. Richard was a 1964 graduate of Centerburg High School and proudly served his country…
Howard J. Hughes
Howard J. Hughes, age 82, of Fredericktown, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Ohio Eastern Star Home in Mount Vernon, Ohio. He was born on April 25, 1944, in Marengo, Indiana, the son of Mills C. and Eschol (Eddleman) Hughes. Howard was a 1962 graduate of Marengo High School in Indiana,…
Donald Bryan
Donald Bryan, 87, of Mount Vernon, Ohio, passed away on October 16, 2026. He is survived by his wife Alice Bryan, his daughter, Kim Chenault, and son-in-law, James of Hamilton, Ohio; his son, Todd Bryan, of Fredericktown, Ohio; his granddaughter, Brittany Dailey of Miamisburg, Ohio; his grandson Brandon Dailey (Jessica) of Brookville, Ohio and great-granddaughter,…
Tamela Wright
Tamela A. Wright GAMBIER – Tamela Ann “Tammy” Wright, 66 died Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at her residence. She was born January 30, 1960 in Newark to the late Robert L. & Carol Ann (Cherubini) Franks, Sr.
Joyce E. Ries
Joyce Elaine Ries, 84, born June 8, 1942, in Danville, Ohio, passed away on October 12th at Avalon Health & Rehab Center in Mt. Vernon, Ohio surrounded by her family. Joyce was the daughter of the late LaVerne and Marie (Colopy) Staver.
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