Obituaries
Obituaries
Ernest Elden Fraley
Feb 8, 2025
Ernest E. Fraley, age 89 of Mechanicsburg, passed away February 8, 2025 in his home. He was born on January 6, 1936, in Urbana, Ohio, the son of the late Franklin and Laura (Fenton) Fraley. He is survived by his wife, Peggy (Shaffer) Fraley; children, Karen (Ted) Herndon, Philip Fraley and Rodney (Sandy) Fraley; grandchildren, Mindy Carlson, Jody Bost, Robert...
Chad William Troyer
Feb 6, 2025
Chad William Troyer, a vibrant soul adorned with an engaging smile, departed this world on February 6, 2025, in Melbourne, Florida. Born on November 26, 1970, in Urbana, Ohio, Chad was a beacon of lively charm and wit. From his earliest days, he embraced life with a delight that was infectious; if you had the privilege of spending time with...
Joyce Marie Thomas
Feb 6, 2025
Joyce Marie Thomas, age 77, of Urbana, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, at Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born on July 29, 1947, in Towanda, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Roy Basil and Frances Elaine (Walker) Coolbaugh. Joyce is survived by her loving husband, Frank Thomas whom she married on August 19, 1967. In addition, she...
Sean Patrick Jones
Feb 3, 2025
Sean Patrick Jones, born on November 27, 1990, in Columbus, Ohio, was a bright light in the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing him. He passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2025, in Urbana, Ohio.
Sean attended Graham High and graduated from Urbana High School, class of 2009. He had a deep-seated kindness, complemented by a loving spirit...
Clarence E. Tallman
Jan 27, 2025
Clarence E. Tallman, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on January 27, 2025, in West Liberty, Ohio, at the age of 78. Born on June 12, 1946, in Urbana, Ohio, Clarence was a cherished member of his community and is remembered fondly by those who had the privilege of knowing him.
A proud retiree of Navistar, Clarence dedicated...
Robert Thomas Hancock
Jan 24, 2025
ROBERT THOMAS HANCOCK, 91, of Urbana, Ohio, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Tom was born July 13, 1933 in Rochester, New York, the oldest child of the late Jack Hancock and Marjorie (Crawford) Hancock, of Wellsville, New York. Tom has a younger sister, Jean (Hancock) Grastorf who became an accomplished and...
Tracy Dilts
Jan 6, 2025
Tracy Dilts, 71, of Bellefontaine, passed away January 6, 2025 at Lima Memorial Hospital with his family by his side.
He was born to the late William and Catherine Dilts on August 24, 1953, in Urbana, Ohio.
Tracy married his loving wife, Beverly “Susie” Dilts at Geauga Lake in 2005 and she survives with his children, Tony (Lisa) Dilts of Springfield, Danny...
Shirley Ann Tulley
Jan 5, 2025
Shirley Ann Tulley, age 80 of Urbana, Ohio, passed away on January 5, 2025, at the Ohio State Medical Center. Born on October 1, 1944, in Cable, Ohio, she was a source of joy and creativity to all who knew her.
Shirley dedicated her professional life to the art of hairstyling, sharing her talents at Cutting Edge, where she developed lasting...
Nancy D. Roads
Jan 2, 2025
Nancy D. Roads, age 90, of Urbana, Ohio, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 2, 2025, in Fairhope, Alabama, surrounded by family she cherished. Nancy was born on January 9, 1935, in Columbus, Ohio, to Christopher and Mary Turner Dillon. Her family moved to a small farm outside Urbana, Ohio, where she was raised and discovered her dedication to hard work...
Mary Lucille Skiles
Jan 2, 2025
Mary Lucille (Neer) Skiles, 93, passed peacefully on January 2, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio. She was born on December 25, 1931 in Urbana, Ohio, a daughter of Lester William and Goldie Belle (Faulkner) Neer, and was preceded in death by her parents, sisters: Mildred (Neer) Engle and Doris Jean Neer. Survivors include brother, Charles A. Neer (Rosalind) of Delaware, Ohio,...
Timothy E. Pearson
Dec 24, 2024
Timothy E. Pearson, born on November 4, 1954, in Iowa, was a beloved man known for his kind spirit and unwavering willingness to help others. He dedicated much of his life to his career as a self-employed landscaper where he brought beauty and care to the outdoors for his clients.
Timothy's journey came to a close on December 24, 2024, in...
Connie Bailey
Dec 23, 2024
Connie Bailey, 91, of Urbana, Ohio passed way on Monday, December 23, 2024. She was born on October 21, 1933, in Westville, Ohio, to John and Lelah (Pence) Wilkins.
Connie was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother who was always ready to lend a helping hand, a kind word or a helping heart. She was a member of The First Baptist...
Billy Eugene Freeman Sr.
Dec 19, 2024
Billy Eugene Freeman Sr., age 85 of Urbana, Ohio passed away on December 19, 2024 at the Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born January 10, 1939 in Otway, Ohio, the son of the late Othel Darrell Freeman and Ruby Reed. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Alice (Judy) Freeman, children, John D. Freeman, Billy Eugene...
Phillip Dewayne Lewis
Dec 12, 2024
Phillip Lewis, passed 12-12-2024, from a long battle with cancer. A cherished husband to Christine Lewis. He left a legacy through his children Guy Lewis (Nichole), Connie Lewis-Phibbs (Zach), and Crystal Lewis-Craig (Joe), along with his adored grandchildren Camden Lewis, Ian Lewis, Ryan Phibbs, Ella and Jackson Merritt (Kaylyn, Brandon, Madison, Aluma) and living sister Phyllis Rowland (Paul). Renowned for...
Patricia Laura Clark
Dec 7, 2024
CLARK, Patricia Laura age 90 of Urbana, Ohio passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at Kettering Medical Center. She was born on May 4, 1934 in Butler, Pennsylvania to the late Norman and Millicent (Wall) Lerch. In addition to her parents, Patricia was also preceded in death by her son, James Clark and all five of her siblings. She...
Shanna C. Vanscoy
Dec 5, 2024
Shanna C. Vanscoy, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, transcended to a peaceful state on December 5, 2024, in Urbana, Ohio, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 24, 1956, in Piqua, Ohio, Shanna devoted her life to nurturing her children, pouring her heart and soul into the role that meant everything to her. The pride...
James Lewis Harrigan
Nov 29, 2024
James Lewis “Lew” Harrigan
April 12, 1951 – November 29, 2024
James Lewis “Lew” Harrigan, 73, of Travelers Rest, SC died on November 29, 2024. He was born April 12, 1951 in Urbana, a son of James Paul and Patricia (Mutschler) Harrigan. Lew attended St. Mary Catholic School, was a 1969 graduate of Urbana High School, and attended Franklin University. He served...
Pamela S. Moody
Nov 21, 2024
MOODY, Pamela S. age 74 of Urbana passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2024. She was born on November 22, 1949 in Sydney, Ohio to the late Marion and H. Jean (Miller) Shaffner. In addition to her parents, Pam was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Moody; sister-in-law, Rita Shaffner and brother-in-law, Ken Purk. She leaves behind her...
Pamela Darlene Chester
Nov 12, 2024
Pamela Darlene Chester, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 12, 2024 at the age of 80. Born on December 4, 1943, in Urbana, Ohio, the daughter of the late Edward and Geraldine (Foy) Blanton.
For over four decades, she devoted herself to her career at Grimes Honeywell. Outside of her professional life, Pamela found joy in...
Josephine Carolyn Zerkle
Nov 3, 2024
Josephine "Jody" Carolyn (Cordell) Zerkle passed away at her residence on November 3, 2024 in her sleep at the age of 92.
Jody is survived by her son V. Randy Zerkle of Springfield, Ohio; brother, Jerry (Karrie) Cordell and sister Janet Cordell Hamilton as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by Vaughn Zerkle, loving husband of...
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