JOHN P. RYAN John P. Ryan, 83, a lifetime resident of Irwin, died Wednesday morning, Aug. 30, 2017, at Memorial Gables in Marysville. He was born into a farming family. With his wife and children, he was involved in grain and livestock farming for more than 50 years. His passion for farming was exemplified by how he cared for his livestock and his equipment. He served on several agricultural boards, including Production Credit, and was active in the Black Angus Association. He was an active member of Our Lady of Lourdes parish and the Knights of Columbus, where he served…
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KAREN SUE MILLER Karen Sue Miller, 66, of Marysville, died Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. A kind and loving person, she was known for her giving nature. It was most evident in her passion for children, especially those for whom she babysat over the years. It was not uncommon for her to spend many days shopping and at garage sales to make sure all of her children had any type of clothing they needed. She collected dolls, as well as Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse items, and enjoyed watching her favorite movie, “Shirley…
Johnny L. Furer, 92, of Richwood, died peacefully Monday evening, Aug. 28, 2017, at the Primrose Community in Marion. A 1943 graduate of the Mount Victory High School, he was veteran of the United States Navy and served during World War II. He was an avid sports fan and rooted for The Ohio State University football and basketball teams, as well as the Cleveland Indians and Cleveland Browns. He was a lifelong farmer and dedicated member of the Cornerstone Alliance Church in Marion. His life will be remembered for his dedication to farming, his family and church. He lived his…
According to the Marysville Police Department, on Monday at 12:34 p.m. there was a three-car crash at 977 Delaware Ave. A gray 2008 Toyota Hybrid, driven by Jacqueline Andy, struck a silver 2011 Toyota Venza, driven by Forest Sheeler, which caused it to strike a white 2006 Ford pickup truck, driven by Scott Miller. The scene was cleared by 1:25 p.m. The report does not indicate if anyone was injured in the crash. (Journal-Tribune photo by Jacob Runnels)
Nancy (Smith) Cunningham, 82, of Plain City, died Friday, Aug. 25, 2017, at Dublin Methodist Hospital. She was a member of the New California Presbyterian Church and the Open Path Garden Club in Plain City, and was a former leader of 4-H in Madison County. She was born on Oct. 20, 1934, in London, to the late Richard and Sara (Whiting) Smith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bob” Cunningham, who died in 2010, and sister, Sue Barnett. She is survived by her sons, Lance Cunningham of Columbus and J.R. Cunningham of…
Marcus John Williams, 33, of Marysville, died unexpectedly Friday, Aug. 25, 2017, at his home. A 2002 graduate of Marysville High School, he enjoyed working out and playing disc golf. He was a people person who never knew a stranger and was always ready to help someone in need. He will be remembered as having a gentle and sweet personality and always giving the best hugs. He was an employee and store manager for a local Tim Horton’s restaurant. He was born on Oct. 30, 1983, in Marion, to William John and Debra Sue Hempy Williams, who both survive in…
Max and Patty (Cramer) Robinson of Marysville celebrated their 70th Wedding Anniversary today. They were married August 28, 1947 by Max’s Uncle, Rev. Dr. Harry B. Parrott in Green Lake, Wisconsin. They are the parents of two children, Beth and John Marshall and Jeff and Julie Robinson of Marysville. There are seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.Max is a WWII Veteran, served 20 years as a Union County Commissioner and retired from farming this year. Patty served at the Municipal Court for 32 years. A family dinner is being planned in their honor at Der Dutchman restaurant in Plain City, Ohio.
Patricia Loretta (Eilts) Kessen, 68, died Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, at the Mayfair Village Nursing Home in Dublin. She graduated from Streator Township High School in Streator, Illinois, in 1966 and attended licensed practical nursing school at St. Mary’s Hospital in LaSalle, Illinois, in 1967. Afterward, she began a long and successful career as a nurse. In 1986, she obtained her registered nursing degree from Lima Technical College. During her career, she worked at several nursing homes and hospitals, including Briarwood Manor, Mercer Health Hospital, The Gables at Green Pastures and St. Mary’s Hospital in Streator, Illinois, as well as…
According to the Union County Sheriff’s Office, at about 9:45 a.m. on Friday, a 1999 Sterling 827 semi owned by Keith Taylor Trucking and driven by John Secrest, 67, of Mt. Sterling, was heading westbound on U.S. 33 near Marysville when it suffered a tire blowout. The truck left the highway and eventually crashed into a wooded area. At press time it was unknown if Secrest suffered injuries in the crash. (Journal-Tribune photo by Jacob Runnels)
John W. Sprouse, 71, of Raymond, died Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017, at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus. A graduate in the final class of Byhalia-York High School in 1965, he served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he was in the military police and a member of the River Rats. Over the years, he worked at Goodyear, D.A.B., Ranco and AVI Food Systems. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 603 in West Mansfield. He enjoyed taking road trips, and his last trip was to Graceland in April, where he…
With an increased social media presence in people’s lives, it may come as a surprise that loneliness is now considered a national threat to public health. “I think (loneliness) a big problem,” said Philip Atkins, executive director of the Union County Mental Health and Recovery Board (MHRB). “People are more isolated now. It’s one of life’s great ironies that we’re more connected than we ever have been, but we’re more alone than we ever have been.” Loneliness is apparently such a dangerous epidemic that the American Psychological Association (APA) stated loneliness and social isolation “may represent a greater public health…
John and Kandace (Zollars) Taylor, formerly of Marysville and currently of Daytona Beach, Florida, are celebrating their 50th anniversary today. They were married in 1967 at the First Presbyterian Church in Flushing. They have three children, Janell (Deryk) McNany and Katie (Garrett) Pierce, both of Marysville, and Jon Taylor of Daytona Beach, Florida; five grandchildren, Taylor, Nicolette, Lexus, Carmen and Peyton; and a great-grandchild, Liam. He is retired from working as a banker in Marysville and she is a retired teacher from Marysville Schools. They will celebrate their anniversary with their family at Indian Lake. (Photo submitted)
Jeffrey Lowell Crank, 56, of Marysville, died unexpectedly Tuesday evening, Aug. 22, 2017, at his residence. He was known to be a quiet person who didn’t like being in crowds but was also a man who would do anything for anyone who needed help. He enjoyed eating at Waffle House, watching TV and being an avid fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes. He was born Feb. 1, 1961, in Delaware, to the late Lowell and Rose Stover Crank. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Kelly Martin, and nephew, JP Griggs. He is…
Richard “Dick” Allan Way, 86, of Marysville, died Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, at Brookdale Senior Living in Marysville. Early in his career, he was a sales and service associate for his family’s company, Wayson Power Equipment, in Strongsville. In 1963, he joined Hayward Distributing Company in Columbus for 16 years, where he started in outside sales and later became a service manager. Prior to his retirement, he was a groundskeeper at the Ohio Historical Society. A former member of Plain City Presbyterian Church, he was a veteran of the United States Army and was stationed in Germany during the Korean…
Diane Lynn Asbury, 63, of Marysville, died peacefully Aug. 16, 2017, in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born on May 11, 1954, in Dekalb, Illinois, to the late Helen and Lavern Taylor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Delane Asbury. She is survived by her daughters, Linnea (Randy) Aleshire, Jody Stithem, Delanea Heflin, Christina Cole and Cynthia (Mike) Garnes; grandchildren, Alexis, Morgan, Miranda, Chelsie, Nathan, Hailee, Shayla, Noah H., Taylor, Noah G., David and Thomas; great-grandchildren, Wesley, Braylie and Mia; and siblings, Janice Smith, Donna (Vernon) Wilson, Donald (Brenda) Smith and Les (Cheryl)…