Obituaries
Obituaries
Ellen Parker
Mar 6, 2025
Ellen Parker, age 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at Vancrest of Urbana. She was born on September 6, 1938, in Pickaway County, Ohio the daughter of the late Cornelius and Carolina (Campbell) Parker. While Ellen lived for a short time in Sidney and Springfield, her heart was always in Urbana. She was a graduate from the...
Joe P. Siferd
Mar 5, 2025
Joe P. Siferd, age 84, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Born on August 18, 1940, in Idaville, Indiana, the son of the late Lewis and Wilma (Melvin) Siferd.
Following high school, Joe began his career as an apprentice at Grimes before moving on to Navistar, where he dedicated many years of service and ultimately retired as...
Jean L. Bass Strapp
Feb 27, 2025
Jean L. Bass Strapp, born on November 9, 1947, in Piqua, Ohio, departed this life on February 27, 2025, at Oakwood Village in Springfield, Ohio. A member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Jean's faith and spirit were integral parts of her life. While Jean was a current resident of Oakwood Village, she was a longtime former resident of McAuley Center.
Jean...
Clara I. Monroe
Feb 24, 2025
Clara I. Monroe, age 96 of Nehawka, NE died Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Prestige Care Center, Nebraska City, NE. She was born December 23, 1928 in Otway, Ohio to the late Irene and Raymond Cox. She was married to Arlie (Jim) Monroe on May 14, 1947 in Portsmouth, Ohio.
Clara began work at Bulldog Electric after her youngest son...
Nancy Linda Crooks
Feb 23, 2025
Nancy Crooks, 73 of Springfield, Ohio (formerly of Urbana, Ohio) passed away on February 23, 2025.
She was born on January 1, 1952 to the late Homer and Mina Wilkins.
She is survived by her children: Mina (Mark) Haynes, Roger (Kathy) Watts, and Chris Watts; grandchildren: Nathan, Ryan, Aaron, Alex, Tyler, Tiffany, Dustin and Cassie as well as her sister, Betty Swigart.
She...
Ruth Ann Bailey
Feb 22, 2025
Ruth Ann Bailey, born September 3, 1942, in Urbana, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on February 22, 2025, surrounded by her family. Ruth was the beloved daughter of Leslie Floyd Allison and Hazel Dora (Roach) Allison, and grew up with a large family that included six sisters and one brother.
Ruth dedicated her life to caring for others, a...
Edelmira Rosales
Feb 22, 2025
Edelmira (Gonzalez) “Fina” Rosales, 95 years old of Urbana, went to be with the Lord on Saturday February 22, 2025, peacefully in her home, surrounded with family and friends. Fina was born May 3rd, 1929 in Uvaldo, Texas to Pedro & Elvira (Vasquez) Gonzalez.
Fina was preceded in death by her husband, Enrique Rosales of 60 years; Henry Rosales, Daniel ‘Keko’...
Oliver Glenn Henson
Feb 21, 2025
Oliver Glenn Henson, age 93, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025. He was born on November 18, 1931, in Columbus, Ohio. Glenn was the son of Oliver Jacob and Harriet Lawrence Henson. In 1954, Glenn graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Industrial Engineering while participating in ROTC. While completing his commitment in the United States...
David Bryan Snyder
Feb 19, 2025
David B. Snyder, 64 of Springfield, passed away on February 19,2025. He was born on November 28, 1960 in Urbana, Ohio to the late Donald and Betty Snyder.
He was a 1979 graduate of Urbana High School and 1987 graduate of Wright State University where he received a degree in Computer Engineering.
David retired in February, 2021 from Radiance Technologies and had...
Cynthia Katherine Belford
Feb 18, 2025
Cynthia Katherine Belford, age 70, of Urbana, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on February 18, 2025.
Born in Paxton, Illinois, Cynthia graduated from Urbana High School in 1972 before pursuing her passion for nursing. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ohio State University, a career path that brought her immense fulfillment. After moving to Maryland, Cynthia worked...
Mary Lavanda Clark
Feb 17, 2025
Mary Lavonda Clark, of Urbana, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2025 at 12:31 a.m. surrounded by love and family. She was 85 years young.
Mary is survived by her children, Bruce Goodwin (Kim), Greg Erwin, Jackie Troesch, and Patricia Goodwin, grandchildren, Rhiannon Brown, Michael Humble, Brittney Cardinale, Christen Reany (Jeremy-deceased), Justin Ludwick, Jessica Dailey (Brandon), Nicholas Goodwin (Courtney-deceased), Brande...
Roberta Annette Evans
Feb 15, 2025
Roberta Annette Stevens-Evans was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Urbana, Ohio to Hiawatha B. Davis & Ned Clarence Stevens, she grew up with a love for singing, dancing, painting, and playing the piano. She graduated from Urbana High School and went on to have a fulfilling...
Karen Dixon
Feb 15, 2025
Karen Dixon, 74, of Urbana, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Saturday, February 15th, 2025.
She was born June 30th, 1950 to Walter and Deryl (Maynard) Dixon. Karen graduated from Mechanicsburg High School in 1968. She retired from Speedway Corporate Offices. Her love of travel began at 19 years old when she traveled by herself to Spain. She loved to travel with her...
Ernest Elden Fraley
Feb 8, 2025
Ernest E. Fraley, age 89 of Mechanicsburg, passed away February 8, 2025 in his home. He was born on January 6, 1936, in Urbana, Ohio, the son of the late Franklin and Laura (Fenton) Fraley. He is survived by his wife, Peggy (Shaffer) Fraley; children, Karen (Ted) Herndon, Philip Fraley and Rodney (Sandy) Fraley; grandchildren, Mindy Carlson, Jody Bost, Robert...
Chad William Troyer
Feb 6, 2025
Chad William Troyer, a vibrant soul adorned with an engaging smile, departed this world on February 6, 2025, in Melbourne, Florida. Born on November 26, 1970, in Urbana, Ohio, Chad was a beacon of lively charm and wit. From his earliest days, he embraced life with a delight that was infectious; if you had the privilege of spending time with...
Joyce Marie Thomas
Feb 6, 2025
Joyce Marie Thomas, age 77, of Urbana, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, at Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born on July 29, 1947, in Towanda, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Roy Basil and Frances Elaine (Walker) Coolbaugh. Joyce is survived by her loving husband, Frank Thomas whom she married on August 19, 1967. In addition, she...
Sean Patrick Jones
Feb 3, 2025
Sean Patrick Jones, born on November 27, 1990, in Columbus, Ohio, was a bright light in the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing him. He passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2025, in Urbana, Ohio.
Sean attended Graham High and graduated from Urbana High School, class of 2009. He had a deep-seated kindness, complemented by a loving spirit...
Clarence E. Tallman
Jan 27, 2025
Clarence E. Tallman, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on January 27, 2025, in West Liberty, Ohio, at the age of 78. Born on June 12, 1946, in Urbana, Ohio, Clarence was a cherished member of his community and is remembered fondly by those who had the privilege of knowing him.
A proud retiree of Navistar, Clarence dedicated...
Robert Thomas Hancock
Jan 24, 2025
ROBERT THOMAS HANCOCK, 91, of Urbana, Ohio, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Tom was born July 13, 1933 in Rochester, New York, the oldest child of the late Jack Hancock and Marjorie (Crawford) Hancock, of Wellsville, New York. Tom has a younger sister, Jean (Hancock) Grastorf who became an accomplished and...
Tracy Dilts
Jan 6, 2025
Tracy Dilts, 71, of Bellefontaine, passed away January 6, 2025 at Lima Memorial Hospital with his family by his side.
He was born to the late William and Catherine Dilts on August 24, 1953, in Urbana, Ohio.
Tracy married his loving wife, Beverly “Susie” Dilts at Geauga Lake in 2005 and she survives with his children, Tony (Lisa) Dilts of Springfield, Danny...
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