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Mike Schiefer

Mike Schiefer

Dec 8, 2020

Biography: Mike Schiefer, 65 of rural Bucyrus passed away Tuesday December 8, 2020 at Ohio State University Hospital following a brief illness.  Mike was born May 31, 1955 in Bucyrus to the late Chester and LaVonne (Kiess) Schiefer. In addition to parents, he is preceded in death by first wife Sherrie. He was married July 2, 2015 to Kimberly (Hirtz) Schiefer...

Naomi Brause

Naomi Brause

Dec 8, 2020

Biography: Naomi Brause, 87 of the Chatfield-New Washington areas passed away on Tuesday December 8, 2020 at O.S.U. Hospital in Columbus.  Naomi was born April 24, 1933 in Venice Twp., Attica to the late Earl and Mildred (Shoup) Bowersox.  She was married November 22, 1952 to Welden J. Brause who preceded her in death on January 22, 2011.  Naomi is...

Janet (Eden) Donnenwirth

Janet (Eden) Donnenwirth

Dec 6, 2020

Biography: Janet (Eden) Donnenwirth, 88 of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday December 6, 2020 at Orchard Park Assisted Living.  Janet was born June 22, 1932 in Crawford Co. to the late Milton and Flossie (Churley) Gossman.  She married Robert Donnenwirth on May 2, 1981 at First U.M. Church, he preceded her in death along with daughter Pamela (Eden) Baldrige, granddaughter Amanda Mayes, sister...

Katie Marie Brillhart

Katie Marie Brillhart

Dec 6, 2020

Biography: Katie Marie Brillhart, 35 of Bucyrus passed away unexpectedly on Sunday December 6, 2020 in Maumee, OH.  Katie was born February 19, 1985 in Columbus, OH to the late Mark Brillhart and Theresa Marie (Powell) Smith.  Katie is proceeded in death by maternal grandfather Michael  Powell; Father Mark Brillhart and Mother Theresa (Powell) Smith. Katie is survived by children Aubrey and Kylie;...

Herbert M. Rowland

Herbert M. Rowland

Dec 5, 2020

Biography: Herbert M. Rowland, 78, formerly of 1125 Sherman St. in Bucyrus passed away on Saturday December 5, 2020 at Altercare of Bucyrus.  Herb was born June 26, 1942 in Bucyrus to the late Marion Ellsworth and Adeline Melveen (Holland) Rowland.  He was also preceded in death by siblings Ellsworth "Hap" Rowland, Robert Rowland, Gene Rowland, Bonnie Grau, Sallie Parker, Florence Christman,...

Barbara Ann Harter

Barbara Ann Harter

Dec 4, 2020

Biography: Barbara Ann Harter, 89 of Bucyrus passed away on Friday December 4, 2020 at Carlisle Place where she had lived for the past 3 years.  Barb was born December 4, 1931 in Galion to the late John F. and Vera (Phillips) Ehrhart.  She was married October 14, 1951 to Richard W. Harter who preceded her in death.  She was also preceded in...

Michael R. Carr

Michael R. Carr

Dec 3, 2020

Biography: Michael R. Carr, 67 years of age, passed away on Thursday December 3, 2020 at Ohio State University Hospital in Columbus following a brief illness.  Mike was born January 22, 1953 in Bucyrus to the late Charles R. and Winifred L. (Kirgis) Carr.  He was formerly married to Nancy (Menker) Carr who survives along with three children; Brian (Amy) Carr of...

Debra Ann Ramsey

Debra Ann Ramsey

Dec 3, 2020

Biography: Debra Ann Ramsey, age 66, passed away December 3, at Bucyrus Community Hospital. Debra was born to the late Antoine and Leela (Flockenzier) Mayer April 26, 1954. She was raised by her father Ray Baker. Debra is preceded in death by her parents, husband Charlie Ramsey, and sister Tony Rhoads.  Debra is survived by children, Ginger (Rick) Schlumberger, Jeffrey...

Jesse T. Bayless

Jesse T. Bayless

Dec 3, 2020

Biography: Jesse T. Bayless, 76 of Bucyrus passed away unexpectedly on Thursday December 3, 2020 at Bucyrus Community Hospital.  Jesse was born July 17, 1944 in Vanceburg, KY to the late Bruce Bayless and Pearl Johnson.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by stepmother Marilyn Bayless; 2 great grandchildren; brother Donald Bayless; and sister Mary Mogel.  Jesse is...

Janet Irene Miller

Janet Irene Miller

Dec 3, 2020

Biography: Janet Irene Miller, 88, of Bucyrus passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Carlisle Place in Bucyrus. Janet was born May 9, 1932 in Sulphur Springs, Ohio to the late W. Edward Auck and Irene (White) Auck. She was married November 10, 1950 to Trellis J. "T. J." Miller who preceded her in death. She was also preceded...

Jacklyn Renee "Jackie" Perkins

Jacklyn Renee "Jackie" Perkins

Dec 2, 2020

Biography: Jacklyn Renee "Jackie" Perkins, 60 of Bucyrus passed away on Wednesday December 2, 2020 at Bucyrus Community Hospital.  Jackie was born December 10, 1959 in Memphis TN to the late Leno and Geneva (Snelling) Perkins.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother Jimmy Mass.  Jackie is survived by sons Kevin (Angie) Mass and Devin (Ashley) Mass...

Willie E. Hill

Willie E. Hill

Dec 2, 2020

Biography: Willie E. Hill, 77 of Marion, gained his heavenly wings on December 2, 2020 .  He was born February 21, 1943 in Magoffin County, KY to the late James A. and Virginia A. (Helton) Gibbs. Willie moved to Marion as a young adult to work at Tecumseh Products, where he worked his way to a Foreman.  Once in Marion, he...

​Pamela Sue Spears

​Pamela Sue Spears

Nov 26, 2020

Biography: Pamela Sue Spears. 72 of Bucyrus, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. Pam was born June 22, 1948 in Bucyrus to  the late Edgar V. and Thelma (Miller) Zellner. She was married November 4, 1972 to James P. Spears who preceded her in death on October 5,...

Nathan Lee Banks

Nathan Lee Banks

Nov 26, 2020

Biography: Nathan Lee Banks, 14 of Bucyrus passed away on Thursday November 26, 2020 at Bucyrus Community Hospital.  Nathan had been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1 since he was 1 year old. He was born November 27, 2005 in Galion to Robert Lee Ison Sr. and Jessica Ann Banks.   In addition to his parents, he is survived by maternal...

Edna Mae Grasley

Edna Mae Grasley

Nov 24, 2020

Biography: Edna Mae Grasley, 89 of Bucyrus passed away on Tuesday November 24, 2020 at Altercare of Bucyrus.  Edna was born February 25, 1931 in Hamler OH to the late Harold and Nellie (Risner) Grasley.  She was also preceded in death by brother Ronald Grasley and sister Esther Young and nephew Ricky Grasley.  Edna is survived by sister in law Patricia Grasley...

Leona Mae (Geissman) Berger

Leona Mae (Geissman) Berger

Nov 24, 2020

Biography: Leona Mae (Geissman) Berger 90, of Bucyrus passed away Tuesday November 24,2020 at Bucyrus Community Hospital. Leona was born September 6, 1930 in Chatfield Ohio to the late Reuben and Inez (Huffman) Geissman. Leona is preceded in death by her husband Rudolph Berger, sister Wilma Podbielniak and numerous brothers and sisters in law. Leona graduated in 1948 from Chatfield...

Bruce A. Betz

Bruce A. Betz

Nov 23, 2020

Biography: Bruce A. Betz, 70 of Bucyrus passed away on Monday November 23, 2020 at Avita Bucyrus Hospital.  Bruce was born March 28, 1950 in Marion to the late Jack and June (Obenour) Betz.  He was married in 2002 to Bonnie S. (Whited) Betz who preceded him in death on June 9, 2008.  He was also preceded in death by brother Greg and...

Barbara R. Bedson

Barbara R. Bedson

Nov 22, 2020

Biography: Barbara R. Bedson, age 84, passed away unexpectedly, November 22, at Bucyrus Hospital. Barbara was born to the late Homer L. and Melinda "Ruth" (Burwell) Smith August 27, 1936 in Bucyrus Ohio. Barbara is preceded in death by parents, her husband Milleard "Junior" Bedson, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Barbara is survived by brother Harry "Allen" (Christine) Smith; sister, Carol...

David J. Gibson

David J. Gibson

Nov 20, 2020

Biography: David J. Gibson, 64 of Colorado Springs, CO passed away from heart complications following a very brief illness on Wednesday November 18, 2020.  Dave was born December 13, 1955 in Bucyrus to the late Leo and Marilyn (Fackler) Gibson.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother Daniel J. "Hoot" Gibson.    Dave is survived by brothers Donald...

Barbara Mae Hancock

Barbara Mae Hancock

Nov 19, 2020

Biography: Barbara Mae Hancock, age 73, passed away at Stein Hospice of Sandusky November 19. Barbara was born to the late Chester and Lucille (Grasley) Graham January 12, 1947 in Bucyrus Ohio. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, husband of 53 years David Hancock, and sister, Gloria Liles.  Barbara is survived by children, Angie Hancock and Christa (Alvin)...