Obituaries
Obituaries
Earl M. Cottrill Jr.
Dec 28, 2023
COTTRILL, Earl M. Jr., age 81 of Urbana passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 28, 2023. He was born on June 23, 1942 in Urbana, Ohio to the late Earl M. and Edith (Ropp) Cottrill Sr. In addition to his parents, Earl was preceded in death by his siblings: Peg Helterbran, Billie Cottrill, and Cindy Cottrill as well as his...
Leah May (Titlow) Moody
Dec 26, 2023
Leah May Moody (nee Titlow), also known as Clancy, peacefully passed away on her 75th birthday on December 26, 2023, in Urbana, Ohio. She was a devoted wife, esteemed woodcrafter, and a beloved pillar of her community. Clancy is preceded in death by her parents Robert and Dora Titlow, her brothers Harold Metcalf and Charles Titlow, and her aunt Leah Reece. Clancy is...
Calvin Edward Ziegler
Dec 16, 2023
Calvin Edward Ziegler, a remarkable man known for his joyful laugh and soft spoken nature, has left us with heavy hearts. He peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on December 16th, 2023 in Urbana, Ohio. Calvin was born on December 25th, 1942 in Denver, Colorado, a place that would forever hold a special place in his heart. He...
Betty Lou (Hoffman) Uhlenbrock
Dec 12, 2023
Betty L. (Hoffman) Uhlenbrock, 94, of Urbana, passed away December 12, 2023 at OSU Wexner Medical Center. Born at home on December 29, 1928 in Linworth, Ohio, Betty was the daughter of Kenneth and Pauline Leppert Hoffman. She spent her formative years in Franklin, Ohio, and it was there she met and married her husband of 52 years, George F....
Joan Irene Gingrey
Dec 11, 2023
Joan Irene Gingrey, age 91 of Urbana, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 11, 2023. Joan was born on October 17, 1932, in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of the late Lester and Ester (McDowell) Burnham.
Joan was a 1951 graduate of Springfield High School. She was a dedicated volunteer throughout her life. Joan devoted...
Donna Mae Lawson
Dec 10, 2023
Donna Mae Lawson, age 81 of Urbana, Ohio passed away on December 10, 2023. She was born on October 3, 1942 in Catawba, Ohio to the late Gobel and Louise (Knisley) Gunsaulies. Donna is survived by her loving husband, Darrell W. Lawson, sons, David (Doris) Gunsaulies and Jeffrey (Angela) Lawson, daughters; Patricia (Mark) Wilson, Kimberly (Mark) Terrel, and Christina...
R. David Jones
Dec 9, 2023
R. David Jones age 78 of Urbana passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 9, 2023. He was born on September 29, 1945 to Roy O. Jones and Daisy Jane Crabtree in Otway, Ohio. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings: Edward "Oak" Evans, William "Bill" Evans, Dale Evans, Mary Lou Geisinger, and John Jones....
Harry Harrison Goldsberry
Dec 4, 2023
GOLDSBERRY, Harry Harrison age 82 of Columbus, Ohio formerly of Urbana, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 4, 2023 at his home by his beloved dogs, Paddi & Bandit. He was born on August 27, 1941 in Urbana, Ohio to the late Charles Kenneth and Beulah May (Owens) Goldsberry. In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death...
Joshua Randall
Nov 30, 2023
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Joshua Wayne Randall, 41, of Columbus, Ohio, who suddenly left this earthly plane on November 30.
Josh was born on October 18, 1982 to Tim and Rose Randall at Balboa Naval Hospital in San Diego, California. An impressive 12lb 8oz healthy baby boy!
Josh was an amazingly thoughtful and caring person. He brought...
Gertrude Emily McCall
Nov 26, 2023
Gertrude Emily Kelley was born on November 7, 1937 to Griffith Evans and Maude Emily (Bailey) Kelley.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been calledaccording to his purpose. For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image ofhis Son, that he might be...
Herbert W. Carey, Jr.
Nov 22, 2023
Herbert W. Carey, Jr., age 79, passed away on November 22, 2023 in West Liberty, Ohio. He was born on November 22, 1944 in Springfield, Ohio, the son of the late Herbert W. Carey, Sr. and Eugenia (Ring) Carey. Herbert is survived by his wife, Jane Samuelson Carey of Urbana; two daughters, Jennifer C. (John) Weaver of Florida and Sarah...
Toni L. Gordley
Nov 18, 2023
Toni Lynn Gordley, age 79 of Urbana, Ohio, passed away November 18, 2023. She was born on August 5, 1944 in Urbana, the daughter of the late Wallace K. and Susan M. (Scott) Humphreys. Toni was preceded in death by her first husband, James L. Appel and second husband, Jerry Gordley. She is survived by her daughter, Lindsey Appel; granddaughter,...
Charles "Chuck" Odell Salyer
Nov 6, 2023
Charles “Chuck” Odell Salyer, age 64 of Saint Paris, Ohio passed away November 6, 2023. He was born September 7, 1959 in Urbana, Ohio to the late Tony (Digger) Odell and Wilma (Slone) Salyer. Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Angie Salyer, children, Kara Salyer and Nathan Salyer, grandchildren, Hayden, Lauryn, Cailyn, Devin, and Adelyne, great-grandchildren,...
William E. Gibson II
Nov 6, 2023
On November 6th 2023 William Eugene Gibson II (Bill) was called home after a tough fought battle. With very heavy hearts we find comfort knowing he was reunited with his parents, his best girls Karen, Jenny Katie and so many others that welcomed him home.
Bill was born in Champaign County on May 9th 1950 to Gene and Nora...
Dr. Rev. MaryLou Riggle
Nov 5, 2023
Rev. Dr. MaryLou Riggle, a dedicated missionary and devout believer, peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 5, 2023. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion, service, and faith that will forever resonate within the hearts of those she touched. Born on April 26, 1938, to the late Glen and Christena (Souther) Riggle, MaryLou lived a...
Edna Ruth Ridenour
Oct 29, 2023
On October 29, 2023, our beloved mother, Edna Ridenour, passed into God’s graces. She was born on February 20, 1937, to Albert and Martha Thurman in Chattanooga, TN. She was a beacon of light throughout her life with a kind heart and soul, she was 86 years old. She leaves behind many who will miss her dearly including daughters, Pamela...
Terri Ann (Jett) Straley
Oct 24, 2023
Terri Ann (Jett) Straley, age 60, passed away October 24, 2023 in Springfield, Ohio. She was born February 3, 1963 in Springfield, Ohio. Terri is survived by her loving daughters, Heidi Straley and Amanda (Scott) Straley, grandchildren, Alexis, Andrew, Grace, Quincy, Lyric, and London, great-grandchild, Bellamy, siblings, Mike (Diana) Jett, Lisa (Kevin) Kitchen, Randy (Tammy) Jett, Kevin Fritz, Brenda...
Bruce Steven Barney
Oct 8, 2023
Bruce Steven Barney, age 74, passed away October 8, 2023. He was born May 3, 1949 in Bellefontaine, Ohio to the late Joseph and Margaret Barney-Wallin. Bruce is survived by his loving daughter, Brenda (Barney) Lackey, grandchildren, Calyssa, Caitlynn, Kelsey and Krista, great-grandchildren, Bryson and Brody, and siblings, Joe, Mike, and John. Along with his parents, he was preceded...
Mickey Maize
Oct 4, 2023
MAIZE, Mickey age 68 of Urbana, Ohio passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born Gary Simpson on May 16, 1955, the son of the late Robert and Charlotte (Robinson) Simpson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Roberta Owens. Mickey leaves behind his beloved niece,...
Karen Louise Quick
Sep 26, 2023
QUICK, Karen age 74 of Urbana passed away unexpectedly on September 26, 2023. She was born on May 8, 1949 in Piqua, Ohio to the late Albert and Ethel (Bartley) Merriman. In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Kenneth Quick who passed in 2022; also her siblings: Fred Merriman, Bob...
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