Ronald C. Crisp, a devoted family man and one-of-a-kind character, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, in Ormond Beach, Florida. He was 78 years old. While he held many titles throughout his life, his favorite roles were those of husband, father, and Papa. Ron is now reunited with the love of his life, his late wife, Linda (Haynes) Crisp. He is survived by his daughter, Angela Stocker (Eric) of Cincinnati, OH, his grandchildren, Brianna Stocker and Cameron Stocker (Olivia),... Read More

Betty Jean (Rowan) Kilionski, age 90, of So Daytona, Florida, passed away January 17, 2026, after a long illness. Born on October 26, 1935, in Mabie, WV, and later moved to Morgantown, WV with her family. Betty met her future husband (Frank, Sr.) in 1952, married in 1954, and moved to Daytona Beach in 1960. She was proud to be the first “Professional Legal Secretary” (“PLS”) in the Daytona Beach area Chapter of Legal Secretaries, a role that reflected her... Read More

Scott Michael Baker, 62, of Ormond Beach, Florida, passed away on February 8, 2026. Scott was born on May 21, 1963, in Augusta, Maine. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Air Force, serving his country with honor and dedication. After his military service, he continued his life of service by receiving his master's at FSU and becoming a devoted registered nurse caring for others with compassion, strength, and unwavering commitment. Scott was a loving husband to his... Read More

Janice M. Eshler, age 76, of Sterling, died Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the Apostolic Christian Village in Rittman, following a period of declining health. Jan was born on February 1, 1950, in Bath, Ohio, to the late Estel and Opal (Crider) Robinson and lived most of her life in the Sterling area. She graduated from Norwayne High School in the class of 1968 and went on to attend Wooster Business College. She married Denny Eshler on December 27, 1969,... Read More

Heather Darr, 50, passed away on February 11, 2026. She was born on October 24, 1975, in Millersburg, to William and Karen Butler, who survive. Heather was a 1997 graduate of Mansfield Senior High School. Following graduation, she worked at Lynn Hope Industries and Midwest Health Services. She loved going to the workshop and enjoyed the friendships she built with her peers and staff over the years. Heather lived life with enthusiasm and adventure. She loved being outdoors, fishing, and... Read More

Cristia Scobel Sullens, 73, died on Jan. 25, 2026, as winter storm Fern blew in. Cristia was born Sept. 6, 1952, in Orrville, to Carol (Schmid) Scobel of Orrville and Don Scobel of New York City. Cristia was the third generation of the Schmid family to live in Orrville. Grandfather William Schmid owned and operated the Smith Dairy with his brothers, and Grandmother Lila (Stevenson) Schmid worked to improve conditions in the black community. Cristia’s grandparents served Orrville on bank,... Read More

Dale R. Finley, 66, of Apple Creek died on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare. He was born August 13, 1959 in Wooster to Emil and Rhea Warner Finley. Dale was a 1979 graduate of Triway High School and had worked at Midwest Workshop. Dale loved to read and going to the library, history, Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Guardians and The Ohio State Buckeyes. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. He is survived by his brothers... Read More

Bonnie Edgell, 62, of Shreve passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare. Bonnie was born on July 3, 1963 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Enis and Irene Mullins Jarrell. She had worked as an STNA. She loved going to the beach with her husband Mark, tending her bird feeders, flowers, dolphins and spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Bonnie is survived by her husband Mark Henry whom she married on Oct. 15, 2021;... Read More

Milo Merle Sturgis Jr., 90, of Wooster, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, February 13, 2026, at his home. He was born March 16, 1935, in Apple Creek to Milo Merle Sturgis Sr. and Annabelle {Parrish} Sturgis. Milo proudly served in the Army for two years. He married Martha Lee Edwards on December 30, 1953. Milo owned and operated Sturgis Cleaning Service, later he worked as a field tech at SDMyers in Tallmadge. After... Read More

Doug Mathis, 79, of Wichita Falls, Texas, died Thursday, February 12, 2026. Doug was born to Arthur and Nellie Mathis in Frederick, Oklahoma, on January 19, 1947. On February 27, 1965, Doug married Sybil McGee. The couple move to Wichita Falls where they grew a family and a successful business. Doug was a familiar face to everyone who visited a concession stand in Wichita Falls. Doug was the man behind the concession stands for several decades at D.L. Ligon Coliseum... Read More

86, passed away January 30, 2026. Arrangements provided by Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home. Services on Feb 21, 2:00pm at Clemson United Methodist Church. Read More

90, passed away February 9, 2026. Arrangements provided by Mackey Funerals and Cremations at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Services on Feb 20, 2:00pm at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Read More

Mrs. Melanie McDaniel Warren, 64, of Lynn Haven, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. For a full obituary, please visit www.kentforestlawn.com Read More

Judy Nixon Dusseault, 72 years old, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026, in Panama City, Florida. She was born in Panama City on September 28, 1953, and graduated from Bay High School in 1971, where she was an active member of its “Million Dollar Band.” She received her Bachelors of Science in both psychology and nursing from Florida State University. Judy devoted herself to serving others. She worked as a psychiatric nurse for over a decade across Minnesota,... Read More

Eugene “Geno” Argento, 90, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Born on December 10, 1935, he was the son of the late Luigi and Congettina “Concetta” (Lauria) Argento. A 1954 graduate of Mineral City High School, Geno was a gifted athlete who lettered in basketball and baseball and ran track. His love of sports and natural athleticism were evident throughout his life and became a lasting bond between him and... Read More

Susan F. Dunlap Smith, 69, of Chandlersville passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family Friday February 6, 2026 under the care of Genesis Hospice. Daughter of the late Rev. Roy and Norma (Crane) Dunlap, Susan and her 10 siblings were raised in East Fultonham and Crooksville. Roy and Norma instilled a deep love of God in their children, a legacy that Susan carried through her life and passed down to her own children and grandchildren. Sue never met... Read More

Wanema Ann Eppley, 83, better known as Ann, of Blacklick, formerly of Zanesville, died Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Memorial Services will be held 1:00 PM, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the Hillis Combs Funeral Home, Zanesville, with visitation two hours prior. Burial will conclude in the Zanesville Memorial Park Zanesville. To read the full obituary or sign the online register book please visit www.hilliscombsfh.com Read More

Florecinda Felix, 95, born on January 14, 1931, in San Ignacio, CHIH, Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026. She resided in Indio, CA at the time of her passing. She loved spending time with her family, especially the little ones which she adored. Enjoyed going to church and studying her bible. She was a woman of faith and showed it by the beautiful way she lived her life. She was preceded in death by her husband Rogelio, son... Read More

Beautiful, feisty, and fierce, Barbara Gerber Fremont was a force to be reckoned with. Born November 29, 1930, in New York, to Harry and Pauline Gerber, Barbara passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, in the comfort of her home in Rancho Mirage, California, at the age of 95. She had a long life, and a happy one, filled with love, family, friendship, beautiful homes, extensive travel, and above all, a happy marriage. Barbara had a brief first marriage which... Read More

Louis Joseph Biad, (Luigi Giuseppe Biada) Born on February 23, 1931 to Donato and Eleanora Biada, passed away peacefully at his home on February 7, 2026- two weeks shy of his 95th birthday. In December 1950, the Biad family moved from Brooklyn, New York to New Mexico. His life changed as he went from working as a draftsman in the Empire State Building, to a tractor on a dirt farm in Arrey, New Mexico. He often wondered what might have... Read More