Jun 4, 2024

Stephen M. Reed, age 81, passed away at Altercare of Bucyrus June 4, 2024. Stephen was born to the late Betty J. “Arndt” Reed on October 9, 1942 in Galion, Ohio. On October 10, 1975, Stephen married the love of his life, Nancy “Heidl” Reed. Stephen is preceded in death by his mother; brothers, Donald F. Reed Jr. and David...

Jun 3, 2024

Gina Michelle Groves, 57, most recently of Bucyrus passed away on Monday June 3, 2024 in Galion, her death was unexpected.  Gina was born March 9, 1967 in Bucyrus to Mike Groves and Pat (Woodall) McManaway both of Bucyrus.  She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Bill and Helen Walter; paternal grandparents J.M. and Lorraine Groves; cousin Jeffrey...

Jun 2, 2024

Gladys Marie (Mullins) Knell, age 72, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by the love and support of her family and friends in Benton, on June 2, 2024. Gladys was born to the late Ray & Ida (Wilmot) Mullins September 10, 1951, in Bucyrus Community Hospital. Gladys joins her brothers Jessie Ray Mullins, William (Little Billy) Mullins, & James...

May 31, 2024

Loretha Slaughter, 69 of Bucyrus passed away on Friday May 31, 2024 at Altercare of Bucyrus.   Loretha was born August 9, 1954 in Toledo, Ohio to the late William Slaughter Sr. and Irvena (Pickens) Slaughter.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter Margaret Marie Slaughter and brother William H. Slaughter Jr.

Loretha is survived...

May 20, 2024

Arthur L. Rank, 84 of Bucyrus passed away on Monday May 20, 2024 at Bucyrus Community Hospital.   Arthur was born September 30, 1939 in Bucyrus to the late John and Mary Ann (Ferguson) Rank.  He was also preceded in death by wife Patricia (Cotsamire) Rank on April 28, 2024.  Arthur was the last of 6 children that included sister...

May 18, 2024

Larry Lee Beach, 59 of Bucyrus passed away on Saturday May 18, 2024 at his home in Galion.  Larry was born July 25, 1964 in Galion to the late Calvin and Ruth Anna Jane (Argo) Beach.  Larry was never married.

Larry is survived by sisters Laura L. Vermilyer of Niles Michigan and Lisa K. Gollihue of Galion as well as several...

May 17, 2024

Steven “Doug” Grasley, 60 of Willard Ohio passed away peacefully at his home on Friday May 17, 2024 surrounded  by his family.  Doug was born Dec 7, 1963 to the late Ronald Grasley and Barbara (Young) Spurlock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Rick Grasley and Step father Sherrill Spurlock, and a nephew...

May 15, 2024

May 14, 2024

Richard D. Crary, 83, of rural Bucyrus passed away on Tuesday May 14, 2024 at Trustwell Living where he had been for a week in Hospice Care.   Richard was born May 2, 1941 in Upper Sandusky to the late Charles and Doris (Weaver) Crary.  

Richard is survived by sons Ricky Crary and Chris (Rachelle) Crary; two grandchildren; sister JoAnn...

May 11, 2024

Marcella “Marci” Jean Blankenship, age 79, passed away at Carlisle Place of Bucyrus, May 11, 2024. Marci was born to the late James and Violet (Hocker) Bogan on July 2, 1944, in Galion, Ohio. Marci was preceded in death by her parents, step-mother, Vivian Bogan; husband, Calvin Blankenship; son, Michael Blankenship; and special friend, Richard (Dick) Kidd.

Marci is survived by...

May 10, 2024

Carole Ann Rerko, age 80, passed away at Altercare of Bucyrus, Friday, May 10, 2024. Carole was born to the late Frank and Elaine “Thorne” Plush July 11, 1943 in Bedford Ohio. Carole was preceded in death by her parents, and husband Kenneth Rerko. Carole is survived by son, Justin (Leanne) Rerko; brother, Gary Plush; sister, Gayle Reid; and her...

May 2, 2024

John F. Smith, 76 of Bucyrus went home to be with the Lord May 2, 2024. John was born July 8, 1947 to the late Frederick and Miriam (Patton) Smith. He is survived by his wife, Dez whom he married August 20, 1984. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Paul A. Smith.

John is...

May 2, 2024

Tim Mofford, 56 of Bucyrus passed away on Thursday May 2, 2024 at home.  Tim was born February 28, 1968 in Maysville, KY to the late Robert L. Mofford and Linda (Williamson) Coomer of Bucyrus.  He is also survived by son Dallas (Elizabeth) Mofford, Bucyrus; Former wife Sheila Lohr; step children Shane Etzinger of Bucyrus, Shawnda Sexton of Mansfield, and...

Apr 29, 2024

Shirley Ann Leonhardt, 83 of rural Crestline passed away on Monday April 29, 2024 at home.  Shirley was born February 25, 1941 in Bloomville, OH to the late Charles and Helen (Welly) Reiter.  She was married June 20, 1959 to Dorsey L. Leonhardt who preceded her in death on April 17, 2020.  She was also preceded in death by grandson...

Apr 28, 2024

Patricia Ann Rank, age 81, passed away peacefully at home Sunday, April 28th, 2024. Pat was born at home in Bucyrus, Ohio to the late Harley and Geneva “Beale” Cotsamire on July 28, 1942. Pat married the love of her life, Arthur Rank, in 1961. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Patricia is survived by husband of 63 years,...

Apr 27, 2024

Joshua “JT” Thomas Royal, age 42, passed away at home April 27, 2024. Josh was born to Jack and Garnet (Liles) Royal, April 13, 1982 in Portsmouth Ohio. JT is preceded in death by his father Jack Royal. His grandparents, Dallas and Cathrine (Dyer) Liles of Bucyrus, OH. Alvin and Goldie (Clark) Royal of Vanceburg, KY. Along with several Aunts...

Apr 26, 2024

Douglas A. Bosworth, 68 of Oceola, OH passed away on Friday April 26, 2024 at home.  Douglas was born June 29, 1955 in Bucyrus to the late Charles and Geraldine (Corwin) Bosworth.  He is survived by brothers Chuck (Sandy) Bosworth, Jim, Ron, and Don Bosworth all of Nevada, OH; as well as nieces and nephews Christine (Nathan) Heid, Scott (Beth...

Apr 24, 2024

Shelva Jean Robinett Wadlington, 77 of Bucyrus passed away on Wednesday April 24, 2024 at Bucyrus Community Hospital.  Shelva was born February 5, 1947 in Pike County, KY to the late Reyford and Mildred (Wolford) Blankenship.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her life partner Darold Wadlington on August 27, 1993;  brothers Ronny, Danny, Tommy,...

Apr 22, 2024

Deanna Jo “Wurm” Hayes, 54 of Bucyrus passed away on Monday April 22, 2024 at Bucyrus Community Hospital.  Deanna was born July 17, 1969 in San Bernadino, CA to the late John D Wurm and Debbie (Means) Wurm who survives in Bucyrus.

She is also survived by husband John Hayes Sr., daughter D’Lainie Tate of Las Vegas, grandchildren Daina, Joseph, Jason,...

Apr 21, 2024

Willis E. England Jr. “Bill”, age 69, passed away at home surrounded by family April 21, 2024. Bill was born to the late Willis E. England Sr. and Barbara J. (Bridgeford) England December 23, 1954 in Upper Sandusky. Bill married Brenda (Cooper) England July 4, 1998. Bill is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert and Jere; sisters, Mary...