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Mattie Jean Chambers

Mattie Jean Chambers

Jul 10, 2016

Biography:  Mattie Jean Chambers, 78 of Bucyrus went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday July 8, 2016 at Grant Hospital in Columbus.  Her death was the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident on June 27th.  Mattie was born June 1, 1938 in Lewis Co., KY to the late Samuel Thurman Morgan and Alberta (Barker) Morgan. ...

Judea "Judy" Mollenkopf

Judea "Judy" Mollenkopf

Jul 9, 2016

Biography:  Judea “Judy” Mollenkopf, 78 of Bucyrus passed away on Wednesday July 6, 2016 at Altercare of Bucyrus.  Judy was born Sept. 20, 1937 in Mansfield to the late James and Jane (Gettings) Berry.  She was married Feb. 16, 1957 to Clifford Gene “Molly” Mollenkopf who preceded her in death on May 5, 2015.  She was also preceded in death...

Richard L. Miller

Richard L. Miller

Jul 5, 2016

Biography:  Richard L. Miller, 69 of Bucyrus passed away at 3:40 am Tuesday at Bucyrus Community Hospital.  Richard was born Jan. 14, 1947 in Nebraska to the late Lloyd and Sylvia (Howe) Miller.  He was married Feb. 3, 1991 to Clara (Clinard) Miller who survives.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother Dennis Drake and...

Joseph V. Ruda

Joseph V. Ruda

Jul 4, 2016

Biography:  Joseph V. Ruda 68 of Bucyrus passed away on Wednesday at Bucyrus Community Hospital.  Joe was born Nov. 25, 1947 in Idaho to the late Henry and Valora Ruda.  He was also preceded in death by son William R. Ruda, daughter Valoria (Lora) Ruda, one brother and two sisters.Joe is survived by son Joseph R. Ruda of Texas; grandchildren...

Jenette J. Phillips

Jenette J. Phillips

Jul 4, 2016

Biography:  Jenette J. Phillips, 92 of Bucyrus passed away on Saturday July 2, 2016 at Altercare of Bucyrus.  Jenette was born June 19, 1924 in Mansfield to the late William and Hazel (Keeran) Ridenour.  She was married Sept. 12, 1942 to Thomas H. Phillips who preceded her in death Aug. 6, 2000.  Jenette was also preceded in death by brother...

Lucille "Lucy" Lahman

Lucille "Lucy" Lahman

Jul 2, 2016

Biography:  Lucille “Lucy” Lahman, 90, of Carmi IL and formerly of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday June 26, 2016 at Carmi Manor.  Lucy was born Nov. 4, 1925 in Mt. Gilead, OH to the late Clarence and Imo Gertrude (Wirick) Zeger.  She was married Nov. 20, 1943 to Clemens Glade “Wimpy” Lahman who preceded her in death on April 1, 2004. Lucy is...

Dolores J. Wren

Dolores J. Wren

Jun 28, 2016

Biography: Graveside Services were held on Saturday June 25, 2016 in Caledonia Cemetery for Dolores J. Wren who passed away unexpectedly on June 22, at home, her death was unexpected.  Dolores was born June 1, 1934 in Edison to the late Harley and Pearl (Braden) Bollinger.  She was married Sept. 16, 1952 to John M. Wren who preceded her in...

Frederick Martin Schifer

Frederick Martin Schifer

Jun 28, 2016

Biography: Frederick Martin Schifer, 92, of Bucyrus, Ohio was called to his heavenly home, Saturday, June 25, 2016 at Edgewater Place, Plain City, Ohio with his family and wife of 68 years at his side. Fred was born at home on the family farm on Knauss Road, Brokensword, Ohio, the fourth of eleven children on May 28, 1924 to the late...

Shirley Ann Skaggs

Shirley Ann Skaggs

Jun 21, 2016

Biography:  Shirley Ann Skaggs, 81, passed away peacefully June 20, 2016. Shirley was born to the late Clarence and Margaret (Dawson) Price October 5, 1934 in Galion Ohio. Shirley is preceded in death by parents; spouse, Tillman “Bud” Skaggs; daughter, Bonnie Sue Parsons; sisters, Florence Monk, Dorothy Rensch, Avis Parr; brothers, John Price and Bill Price.Shirley is survived by son,...

Darold Glenn Noe

Darold Glenn Noe

Jun 20, 2016

Biography:  Darold Glenn Noe, 58 of Tiro, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home with family by his side on June 19, 2016. Darold was born December 17, 1957, in Trenton, Michigan to the late Willis and Genella (Dunn) Noe. He was married May 21, 1983 to Lynn (Shealy) Noe, who survives. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Earl E. Kocher

Earl E. Kocher

Jun 20, 2016

Biography:  Earl E. Kocher, 94 of Bucyrus passed away early Sunday June 19, 2016 at home.  Earl was born Feb. 15, 1922 in Powhatan Point, OH, Monroe County to the late Harry Everett and Frieda Caroline (Bigler) Kocher.  He was married Oct. 8, 1943 to Mary (Pettit) Kocher who preceded him in death on May 27, 2014.  In addition to his parents and...

Janfrey "Jan" Byron Knisely

Janfrey "Jan" Byron Knisely

Jun 18, 2016

Biography:  Janfrey “Jan” Byron Knisely, 69, passed away unexpectedly June 17, 2016. Jan was born to the late Robert and Helen (Spaide) Knisely November 8, 1946 in Bucyrus Ohio. Jan is preceded in death by parents and half sister Betty Jones.Jan is survived by daughter, Amanda M. Knisely; brother, Dennis C. Knisely; sister, Roberta (John) Bender; half-sister, Rita Koprowski; and...

Helen E. Hieber

Helen E. Hieber

Jun 15, 2016

Biography:  Helen E. Hieber, 94, of Bucyrus passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at Carlisle Place.  Helen was born February 25, 1922 in Lykens Township to Edwin and Edna (Kalb) Ross.  She was married July 24, 1943 to Chester Arlo Hieber who preceded her in death on February 14, 2000.  She was also preceded in death by her brother...

Mark Massie

Mark Massie

Jun 5, 2016

Biography:  Mark Massie (1964-2016) On June 4, 2016 Mark lost his earthly battle with Pancreatic Cancer, and is now in Heaven rejoicing with his mother. He passed away at Heartland of Bucyrus and had been in failing health since February.  Mark was born October 6, 1964 in Bucyrus to the late Carroll C. and Anna (Hendrickson) Massie.  In addition to his...

Hobert L. "Lee" Smith

Hobert L. "Lee" Smith

Jun 5, 2016

Biography:  Hobert  L. “Lee” Smith, 64 of Bucyrus passed away on Saturday June 4, 2016 at Signature Health Care in Galion following an extended illness.  Lee was born April 27, 1952 in Richlands, VA to the late Roger L. and Frances E. (Pinion) Smith. Lee is survived by brother Hubert Smith and his wife Sharon of Bucyrus; niece and nephew Christy...

Shawn D. Higginbotham

Shawn D. Higginbotham

Jun 3, 2016

Biography:  Shawn D. Higginbotham, 36 of Bucyrus passed away on Thursday June 2, 2016 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, his death was unexpected.  Shawn was born Oct. 26, 1979 in Galion to David and Deb (Rodgers) Higginbotham who survive in Bucyrus.  He was married June 10, 2004 to Danielle Lynn (Belcher) Higginbotham who preceded him in death on Oct. 30, 2008.  He was...

Michael D. Lintz

Michael D. Lintz

Jun 3, 2016

Biography:  Michael D. Lintz, 66 of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday May 22, 2016 at Bucyrus Community Hospital following a brief illness.  Michael was born August 28, 1949 to the late Albert W. and Margaret “Peggy” (Childers) Lintz.  He was married Jan. 2, 1985 to Linda D. (Ramey) Lintz who preceded him in death on Dec. 26, 2015.  In addition to his parents...

Gene Blankenship

Gene Blankenship

May 31, 2016

Biography:  Gene Blankenship, 67 of Bucyrus passed early Sunday at Bucyrus Community Hospital of an apparent heart attack, his death was unexpected.  Gene was born Nov. 19, 1948 in Stopover KY to the late Eugene Blankenship and Polly (Mullins) Blankenship.  He was married 47 years ago to Penny (Rex) Blankenship who survives.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

Pauline "Polly" R. Pettus

Pauline "Polly" R. Pettus

May 27, 2016

Biography:  Pauline “Polly” R. Pettus, 78, passed away May 26, 2016. Pauline was born August 31, 1937 to the late James and Lettie (Greene) Wright in Welch West Virginia. She is preceded in death by parents; husband Garnett Pettus; brother, James Wright; sisters, Joann Rosenblatt, Margaret Patsy, and Martha Ann Wright. Pauline is survived by son, Stewart Howlett; sisters, Ruth Brewer,...

Dorothy Mae Shaw

Dorothy Mae Shaw

May 24, 2016

Biography:  Dorothy Mae Shaw, 84, went to be with the Lord May 23, 2016. Dorothy was born October 4, 1931 to the late Will and Willie Susan (Centers) Hoskins in Allen County Kentucky. Dorothy is preceded in death by husband Jewell Shaw, parents, brothers Delbert Hoskins, Donnie Hoskins, and Douglas Hoskins; sisters, Janie Centers, Delcie Anderson, and Devener Woodard. Dorothy is...