for families in West Liberty, OH.

Jun 17, 2021

Zavier Joseph Esch, 22, of Urbana, passed away unexpectedly on June 17, 2021 while living his life to the fullest, which is what he did every day.  He was born on December 24, 1998, our best Christmas surprise, in Bellefontaine to Michael E. and Melissa J. Esch.

Zavier graduated from West Liberty-Salem High School in 2017 where...

Jun 16, 2021

Lucy M. Earick, 96, of Bellefontaine passed Wednesday June 16, 2021 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. She was born February 22, 1925 in Champaign County to the late Harry V. Williams and Susie (Clem) Williams Kauffman.  On June 29, 1942 she married Earl M. Earick and he preceded her in death on April 4, 2002. She was also...

Jun 15, 2021

Gary L. Sampson 70, of Bellefontaine entered the gates of Heaven with praise on June 15, 2021. He was born October 16, 1950 in Bellefontaine to David & Anne (Ganson) Sampson.   He retired from Plastipak as an Electrician.  Gary was always smiling and loved his Jesus. He was known as a prayer warrior and loved his family and church. ...

Jun 6, 2021

Ted William Case 68, of West Mansfield, passed away Sunday June 6, 2021 in his home surrounded by his family.  He was born May 6, 1953 in Columbus, the son of Paul W. and Donna B. Case.  Ted was a graduate of Ben Logan High School and a Life Long Farmer.  He was a member of the Walnut Grove...

Jun 4, 2021

Rozella Myers 91 of Rushsylvania passed away Friday, June 4, 2021 at Logan Acres Senior Care Center.

Rosie was born October 7, 1929 in Big Springs, OH to the late Hugh and Kate L. (Hughes) Robinson. On June 30, 1951 in Rushsylvania, OH she married the love of her life Everette D. Myers, who preceded her in...

Jun 4, 2021

Services Pending

May 19, 2021

Matthew A. Cole Jr. 70 of Rushsylvania passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Matthew was born May 9, 1951 in Chicago, IL to the late Matthew A. and Ruth M. (Fry) Cole Sr. On February 6, 1971 in Chicago, IL he married the love of his life Roseanna L....

May 16, 2021

Kay Vee Hunt 77, of Bellefontaine passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday May 16, 2021

Kay was born on December 14, 1943 in Greenville, Ohio to Gerald R. and Justine Mae (Hess) Hunt. He graduated from Covington High School in 1962.

He enlisted in the US Navy where he proudly served his country...

May 6, 2021

Jane S. Kuntz 85, of Powell, OH, formerly of Oakwood, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully on May 6, 2021. She is survived by her three daughters who adored her; Martha (Don) Schenck, Lee (Steve) Caira,  Anne (Rick) Farley; her grandchildren, Katie, Lauren & Cole Schenck, Scott (Laccie) Eckerman and Lindsey (fiancée, Brandon Ingerman) Farley and a host of wonderful...

Apr 30, 2021

Diane T. Smith 73 of Kenton, formerly of Bellefontaine passed away Friday April 30, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital in Findlay, Ohio.  She was born December 7, 1947 in Ogdensburg, New York; the daughter of Robert and Geraldine (LaJuet) Mills.  Diane was a 1965 graduate of Lisbon High School where she was a cheerleader and a candy striper.  She...

Apr 29, 2021

Carolyn Coyer-Boone of Bellefontaine went to be with the Lord Thursday April 29 th , 2021 at her home with her family.

Per her request there will be no viewing.  There will be a private family service/gathering on Friday May 7 th , 2021.  There will also be an open public Memorial gathering to celebrate her life...

Apr 26, 2021

After a long hard, courageous fight with ALS, Ronald E. Popp of Bellefontaine lost his battle on Monday April 26 th, he peacefully passed at home and is now in the loving arms of God.

He was born to Gene & Jane Popp on November 14, 1955 in Columbus Ohio. After graduating high school, he proudly served...

Apr 26, 2021

Paul Adam Shoe, 90 of Bellefontaine passed away suddenly on Monday, April 26, 2021 at his residence.

Paul was born December 12, 1930 in DeGraff to the late Park and Nellie (Plum) Shoe. On July 29, 1950 in Bellefontaine, he married the love of his life Joan Neil Detrick, who preceded him in death December 1, 2005....

Apr 14, 2021

Diane (Lawson) Sponsler. 67 of Ocala, Florida; originally of Bellefontaine passed away suddenly at her residence in Florida.

Diane was born June 16, 1953 in Richmond, IN. She retired in 2018 from NEX Transport in East Liberty. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Also, she enjoyed taking fun casino trips every chance she got....

Apr 12, 2021

Faye Heddinger McMillen 89, went home to be with the Lord on April 12, 2021. Faye was born on February 21, 1932 to the late Roy and Thelma (Wilson) Heddinger.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years Orville Dale McMillen, three sisters, 1 brother, a son Dean McMillen and daughter Doris McMillen Fairchild.

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Apr 12, 2021

Jewell P. Miller, 88 of Bellefontaine passed away Monday, April 12, 2021 at the OSU Medical Center.

Jewell was born May 24, 1932 in Nancy, KY to the late Jack and Pearlie Mae (McKinney) Retherford. On January 1, 1980 in Plainfield, IN she married Paul R. Miller, who preceded her in death in 2009.

Jewell...

Apr 11, 2021

Bruce A. Mathews, 55 of Bellefontaine passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the Ohio State Medical Center.

Bruce was born February 21, 1966 in Bellefontaine to Franklin Eugene and Loretta Jean (Wilcoxon) Mathews.

Bruce as a hard worker, working many years for Lee's Roofing & Spouting; doing various jobs from renovating to landscaping. When...

Apr 4, 2021

Juanita Rose Strizzi, 54 of Quincy passed away Sunday, April 4, 2021 at the Hospice of Miami County in Troy, OH surrounded by her family.

Juanita was born April 18, 1966 in Bellefontaine.  She is the daughter of William and Rosemary (Brown) Bayless. In May of 1995 in Bellefontaine she married Philip Strizzi, who survives.

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Mar 30, 2021

Gary Lee Harman, 71 of Bellefontaine passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at the Campbell Place.

Gary was born July 10, 1949 in Bellefontaine to the late Lloyd O. and Hilda Jean (Neer) Harman.

Gary graduated from Bellefontaine High School, class of 1967. He later served his country honorably for three years in the United...

Mar 4, 2021

Miriam Yoder 77, of West Liberty, passed away Thursday March 4, 2021 at Mary Rutan Hospital.

She was born January 27, 1944 in Hutchinson, Kansas the daughter of John and Anna (Yoder) Yoder.

Miriam enjoyed spending time with her family, playing Yahtzee, working crossword puzzles and an avid wrestling fan.

Survivors include her...