Judith D. Leonhart
Oct 1, 2024
Judith D. Leonhart, 83, died early October 1, 2024 at Legacy Bucyrus where she resided after being a long-time resident of the former Maplecrest Assisted Living.
She was born July 1, 1941 in Columbus, daughter of the late Herbert and Roma (Shaffstall) Stuckman. Judith was raised on the family farm in Bucyrus Twp. where she learned the value of hard work....
Joyce E. Himler
Sep 29, 2024
Joyce E. Himler, 87, of Bucyrus, died Sunday, September 29, 2024 at home under the care of Avita Home Health and Hospice following an extended illness.
She was born November 4, 1936 in Bucyrus, Ohio to the late Harold A. “Tim” and Nina E. (Leonard) Taylor. Joyce was a 1954 graduate of Bucyrus High School and attended The Ohio State University...
Donald Brewington
Sep 28, 2024
Don Brewington, 77, of Bucyrus, died in his sleep Saturday, September 28, 2024 at his home. His death was unexpected; however, he had been in failing health.
Don was born May 23, 1947 in Lakeland, Florida to the late Robert L. and Manda Lou (Mainer) Brewington. His family moved to Bucyrus when he was young. Don graduated from Bucyrus High School...
Janet L. Schiefer
Sep 28, 2024
Janet L. Schiefer, 83, died Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Marion General Hospital after several months of failing health.
She was the oldest of three daughters, born May 18, 1941 to the late James and Mildred (Shroll) Schifer. She learned the role of caregiver and farmhand from an early age. The values and responsibilities she took on as a youngster continued...
Chelsie Painter
Sep 27, 2024
Chelsie Marie Painter, 36, passed away Friday, September 27, 2024 at Riverside Methodist Hospital surrounded by family & friends after battling a brief terminal illness.
She was born on March 17, 1988 in Marion, Ohio to Diane (Hill) Agin and Thomas E. Painter. Chelsie grew up in North Robinson, Ohio and as a young girl she developed a love for gymnastics,...
David W. Horsley
Sep 23, 2024
David W. Horsley, 53, died Monday, September 23, 2024 at his home under the care of his family and Pathways Hospice. He had battled two types of cancer over the past year.
He was born February 4, 1971 in Bucyrus to Carl W. Horsley and Ruth L. (Alt) Kouns who both survive him. Most of David’s childhood was spent riding his...
Donald L. Striker
Sep 22, 2024
Donald L. Striker, 86, died peacefully Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Mill Creek Nursing in Galion after months of failing health.
He was born in Crawford County on December 20, 1937 to the late George and Ruth (Scott) Striker. He grew up making mischief with his siblings on the family farm and graduated in 1956 from Sulphur Springs High School where...
The Reverend James L. Barkenquast
Sep 20, 2024
The Reverend James L. Barkenquast, 92, of Bucyrus, entered his eternal home in Heaven on Friday, September 20, 2024.
Pastor Jim was born April 3, 1932 in Toledo, Ohio to the late Jacob L. and Isabella “Ruth” (Harpst) Barkenquast. He was a 1949 graduate of DeVilbiss High School in Toledo, graduating valedictorian of his class. He then continued his education at...
Anne Powers
Sep 18, 2024
Anne Powers, 94, of Bucyrus, passed peacefully on Wednesday, September 18, 2024.
Anne was born April 1, 1930 in Derby, Ohio to the late David R. and Lois (Mckinley) Musselman and graduated from Columbus North High School in 1948. On February 1, 1953, she married William E. Powers and moved to Bucyrus, where they enjoyed 46 years of marriage until his...
Scott Alan Fishpaw
Sep 14, 2024
Scott Alan Fishpaw, 65, of Bucyrus, died unexpectedly Saturday, September 14, 2024 at their campsite at Auburn Lake Park of a presumed heart attack.
He was born August 29, 1959 in Shelby to the late Donald “Dean” and Rose “Sharon” (Gavan) Fishpaw. His family moved to Bucyrus when he was young, and he graduated from Bucyrus High School in 1977. He...
Pastor Hans Scherner
Sep 10, 2024
Pastor Hans Scherner, 82, of Bucyrus, entered his eternal home in Heaven, a place he often spoke about, on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
He was born April 15, 1942 in Germany to the late Hans and Martha (Korn) Scherner, and their family immigrated to America in 1953. Hans was a 1960 graduate of Wadsworth High School; graduated from Harvard University with...
Jerry Gerstenberger
Sep 9, 2024
Jerry Gerstenberger, 83, died Monday morning, September 9, 2024 at his home after a lengthy illness.
He was born November 10, 1940 in Tiffin to the late Joseph and Margaret (Biller) Gerstenberger and raised in Seneca County where he attended school in Republic. After a brief stint in the Navy, Jerry was introduced to Barbara Jean Moore. They hit it off...
Kenneth R. Miller Sr.
Sep 4, 2024
Kenneth R. Miller Sr., 86, died early Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Altercare of Bucyrus after months of failing health and his family is very thankful for the care provided and love shown to Kenny by Dr. Becky and the entire Altercare staff.
He was born in Jackson, Ohio to the late William and Ruth (Van Fossan) Miller. After graduating from...
Mary Lou Neumann
Sep 3, 2024
Mary Louise Neumann, 84, formerly of Bucyrus, passed peacefully on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at Embassy of Marion.
She was born February 17, 1940 in Galion, Ohio to the late Marian H. and Annabel E. (Virtue) Crall. Mary spent much of her youth growing up in Tiro and was a 1957 graduate of Buckeye Central High School. She was also proud...
Sally J. Fellows
Sep 1, 2024
Sally Jean Fellows, 82, of Bucyrus, passed peacefully on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at The Wyndmoor of Marion as a result of Alzheimer’s.
She was born August 22,1942 in Bucyrus to the late Edward and Delores (Kaple) Uhl. Sally was a 1960 graduate of Bucyrus High School and has remained a loyal Redmen supporter. On October 28, 1966 she married David...
James E. Gray Jr.
Aug 27, 2024
James Edward Gray Jr., 71, died peacefully Tuesday morning, August 27, 2024 at his home under the care of his family and Avita Hospice.
He was born October 10, 1952 in Lebanon, Virginia to the late “Ed” Sr. and Ruby L. (Holland) Gray. The family made their way to Bucyrus when Jim was an infant and returned to the banks of...
Jerry S. Willoughby
Aug 17, 2024
Jerry Scott Willoughby, 73, died Saturday, August 17, 2024 after a recent decline in health.
He was born March 16, 1951 in Willard where he attended school before enlisting in the Marine Corps. Jerry served two tours in Vietnam, forever shaping his life. He worked for Ohio Crane and Swan Rubber before disability left him unable to do so.
Jerry loved wrenching...
Marjorie A. Young
Aug 14, 2024
Marjorie Young, 85, of Bucyrus, passed peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Carlisle Place.
She was born July 17, 1939 in New Washington, to the late Charles H. and Mary E. (Zornes) Young and was a 1957 graduate of Lykens High School. She spent many years working at General Electric and retired in 1994.
Marjorie loved being outdoors, where she was...
Doris M. Earl
Aug 11, 2024
Doris M. Earl, better known as Mamaw, 93, died peacefully at home Sunday, August 11, 2024.
She was born December 28, 1930 in Butler County, Alabama to the late Robert M. and Gladys Leona Willie Mae (Hall) Stinson. She began working very young in the cotton fields and attended school in Forest Home. She also played professional baseball during WW2 for...
Lora L. Cox
Aug 11, 2024
Lora L. Cox, 60, of Bucyrus, died unexpectedly on Sunday, August 11, 2024 of an apparent embolism.
She was born October 30, 1963 in Bucyrus to the late Earnest M. “Bud” and Betty M. (Denton) Snavely and was a 1982 graduate of Bucyrus High School. She caught the eye of Mike Cox during their sophomore year and on November 5, 1983,...
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