Obituaries

Patricia Jane Stewart

Patricia Jane Stewart

Jul 7, 2019

Patricia Jane Stewart, age 72, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away Sunday, July 7, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her family.

She was born in Bellefontaine April 3, 1947, to the late Charles E. and Rosalia Jane (Aler) Swisher. Her beloved dog Jill also preceded Patty in death.

On March 8, 1969, in Zanesfield, Ohio she...

Wayne Frederick Seeley

Wayne Frederick Seeley

Jul 4, 2019

Wayne Frederick Seeley, age 77, of Jackson Center, Ohio passed away at 12:25 P.M. Thursday, July 4, 2019 at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Sidney, Ohio.

He was born in Maplewood, Ohio January 13, 1942, to the late Wayne and Grace (Linabary) Seeley. He married Deborah K. Seeley November 13, 1960, and she preceded him in death in...

Gilbert Charles Misplon

Gilbert Charles Misplon

Jul 3, 2019

Gilbert (Gil) Charles Misplon, 94, of Bellefontaine, Ohio, left us to be with his beloved wife Mary on Wednesday July 3, 2019. Gil lost Mary in late 2014 and has dearly missed her these last four years.  He’s happily reunited with her now. Gil was a devoted husband and supportive father to his children. He loved being a...

John Lee Ball

John Lee Ball

Jun 29, 2019

John Lee Ball, age 55, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away at 4:01 P.M. Saturday, June 29, 2019, at his residence. He was born in Bellefontaine July 4, 1963, to the late Marion Michael and Francis Marie (Garman) Ball. Two brothers, Sid Ball and Butch Ball also preceded John in death.

On August 28, 1994, he married Crissy Allen in Bellefontaine...

Genevie M. Born

Genevie M. Born

Jun 28, 2019

Genevie M. Born, age 92, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Friday afternoon June 28, 2019, at the Kenton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Kenton, Ohio.

She was born in Logan County Ohio May 31, 1927, to the late Lewis and Flora Ann Linson.  Genevie married Fred Preston Born September 20, 1950, and he preceded her in death September 5, 2018.  She...

William Glasgow

William Glasgow

Jun 27, 2019

William “Bill” Glasgow, age 63, of Huntsville, Ohio passed away at 8:21 P.M. Thursday, June 27, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was born in Riverside, New Jersey December 5, 1955, to the late Robert William and Patricia June (McMillen) Glasgow.

On July 4, 2001, he married Beverly (Binkley) Glasgow...

Mary Katherine Sheeley

Mary Katherine Sheeley

Jun 25, 2019

Mary Katherine Sheeley, age 101, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away Tuesday evening June 25, 2019, at Belle Springs Nursing & Rehabilitation in Bellefontaine.

Peach was born in Bradford, Ohio February 15, 1918, to the late Ora and Bessie (Farmer) Marker.  She married Charles E. Sheeley January 12, 1938, and he preceded her in death in 1987.  She was also preceded in death...

Brad Jeffrey Beatley

Brad Jeffrey Beatley

Jun 24, 2019

Brad Jeffrey Beatley, age 60, of Columbus, Ohio passed away at 1:00 P.M. Monday, June 24, 2019 at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus.

He was born in Lima, Ohio June 3, 1959, to the late Jack R. and Patricia Jo Anne “Jo” (Tallman) Beatley.

Brad is survived by his lifelong friend,...

Larry D. Daniels

Larry D. Daniels

Jun 22, 2019

Larry D. Daniels, age 57, of Zanesfield, Ohio passed away at 8:40 P.M. Saturday, June 22, 2019 at the Belle Springs Nursing Home in Bellefontaine, Ohio.

He was born at Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine July 7, 1961, to the late Wilber E. and Shirley L. (Weeks) Daniels. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Joseph...

Walter I. Matthews

Walter I. Matthews

Jun 21, 2019

Walter I. “Wally” Matthews, age 95, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away at 5:00 A.M. Friday, June 21, 2019 at Logan Acres Senior Community in Bellefontaine.

He was born in Bellefontaine November 15, 1923, a son of the late Acy Rush and Margaret Ellen (O’Connell) Matthews.  He was also preceded in death by three sisters and five brothers.

...

Donna Jean Green

Donna Jean Green

Jun 18, 2019

Donna Jean Green, age 89, of Anna, Ohio and formerly of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Tuesday evening June 18, 2019, at the Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Minster, Ohio. She was born in Newburg, Indiana July 3, 1929, to the late James and Eddie (Staser) Hungate.  Donna married James “Jim” Odell Green July 3, 1946 in Evansville, Indiana, and he preceded her in...

Inez R. Legge

Inez R. Legge

Jun 18, 2019

Inez R. Legge, age 95, of DeGraff, Ohio passed away at 11:30 P.M. Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at Green Hills Community in West Liberty, Ohio.

She was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio January 12, 1924, to the late John Dodds and Bessie Elizabeth (Grow) Legge, and her late stepfather, Ardel Legge.

On September...

Arthur L. Newcomer

Arthur L. Newcomer

Jun 15, 2019

Arthur L. Newcomer, age 81, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Saturday, June 15, 2019 at his home.

He was born August 18, 1937 in Manor Township, Pennsylvania to the late Norman and Ida (Leaman) Newcomer. In addition to his parents, Art was also preceded in death by his brother Earl Newcomer.

On...

Wavelene G. Koger

Wavelene G. Koger

Jun 11, 2019

Wavelene G. Koger, age 89, of rural Wapakoneta, Ohio passed away at 10:35 A.M. Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Auglaize Acres in Wapakoneta.

She was born in Wapakoneta January 27, 1930, to the late Raymond LeRoy and Blanche G. (Fogt) Klopfenstein.

On February 8, 1952, Wavelene married Kenneth L. Koger in Lakeview,...

Joyce Ann Ritter

Joyce Ann Ritter

Jun 9, 2019

Joyce Ann Beightler Ritter, 79, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2019 at 9:50 pm at The Inn at Olentangy Trail, in Delaware surrounded by family.

She was born December 21, 1939 in Marysville, Ohio to Clarence and Bernice Beightler. She studied at Ohio University,

She married Jack (Carol) Ritter...

Richard E. Allen

Richard E. Allen

Jun 9, 2019

Richard E. Allen, 98, who started a wholesale candy business that evolved into Imperial Cup Corp. (now Graphic Packaging) died Sunday, June 9, 2019 in Palm City, Florida.

Richard “R.E.” Allen was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio to the late Alfred N. and Ida (Daniels) Allen on September 14, 1920. He was also preceded in...

Renee’ Christine Maxwell

Renee’ Christine Maxwell

Jun 9, 2019

Renee’ Christine Maxwell, 41, of Belle Center, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2019, at her home. I was born at Hardin Memorial Hospital, Kenton on May 26, 1978, and grew up in Zanesfield.  I attended Benjamin Logan High School and went on to graduate from Ohio State School of Cosmetology, this led me to a highly rewarding career where...

Sharon K. Sheeley

Sharon K. Sheeley

Jun 7, 2019

Sharon K. Sheeley, age 71, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away at 2:00 P.M. Friday, June 7, 2019, at her residence.

She was born in Kenton, Ohio December 5, 1947, the daughter of the late Harry R. and Ruth I. (Gardner) Grunden.  She was also preceded in death by a brother, Roger Grunden.

...

Jean Holdren

Jean Holdren

Jun 7, 2019

Jean Holdren, age 89, of West Liberty, Ohio passed away Friday, June 7, 2019 at Green Hills Community in West Liberty.

She was born in West Liberty May 24, 1930, to the late Walter A. and Edna Iva (Talbot) Moots.

On March 17, 1949, Jean married her husband of fifty four years, James “Jim” Coleman...

Jon Charles Swartz

Jon Charles Swartz

Jun 6, 2019

Jon Charles “Chuck” Swartz, age 78, of Bellefontaine, Ohio went to be with his Lord at 7:30 A.M. Thursday, June 6, 2019 at Green Hills Community in West Liberty, Ohio.

He was born in Goshen, Indiana January 5, 1941, to the late Samuel C. and Eleanor (Reist) Swartz. In addition to his parents, Chuck was also preceded...