Obituaries

Mar 7, 2025

JoAnn Kay Redinger, age 73, of Castalia, passed away on March 7, 2025, at Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, after a long illness.

She was born November 15, 1951, in Sandusky, and graduated from Margaretta High School. She worked for Revere Plastics of Clyde.

She is survived by her long partner Anthony Artino; daughter Kimberly...

Feb 20, 2025

Jane Lehrer, 90, Huron and formerly of Castalia, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

She was born August 31, 1934, in Genoa, NY, to the late John H. III and Marion (Halsey) Milliman.  A 1952 graduate of Genoa High School (where she was a cheerleader), Jane furthered her education at Bowling Green State...

Feb 15, 2025

Roy Randall Gibbs, 73, of Bellevue, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025. He was born August 21, 1951, in Oneida, Kentucky to Roy and Lucy (Lewis) Gibbs.

Roy dedicated 37 years of hard work to Kraft Heinz before retiring in 2012, to enjoy the things he loved most—his family, the great outdoors, and making others...

Jan 26, 2025

Rachel E. Kishman, age 77, of Castalia, passed peacefully Sunday evening, January 26, 2025, at Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born January 9, 1948, in Winona Lake, IN, and graduated from Sexton High School, Lansing, MI.  She continued her education at Grace College, IN, where she received her bachelor's degree...

Jan 11, 2025

Jess J. Sanderson, age 68, of Norwalk, passed away Saturday night, January 11, 2025, at Mercy Health Willard Hospital, following a brief illness.

He was born April 27, 1956, in Sandusky, and graduated from Margaretta High School.  Jess was a forklift operator for Central Soya, Bellevue, for 38 years.  He was a former member of Grace Lutheran...

Jan 1, 2025

Rickey "Hillbilly" Ring, age 60, of Crystal Rock, lost a short battle with gall bladder cancer in the early morning hours of January 1, 2025.

He was born November 24, 1964, in Sandusky, to Arnold and Melba Ring.  He enjoyed his younger years visiting family in their hometown of Coeburn, VA.  May 3, 1986, Rickey married the...

Dec 23, 2024

Verna Mae Fox, 97, of Fort Walton Beach, FL, and formerly of the Vickery area, passed peacefully to her heavenly home with her nephew and niece by her side in Florida.

She was born June 8, 1927, in Toledo, OH, to Lee Roy and Blanche Fultz. She graduated from Bowling Green State University and taught first grade....

Dec 17, 2024

Lerenda M. Thomas, age 67, of Castalia, passed away Tuesday morning, December 17, 2024, in her residence.

She was born September 16, 1957, in Norwalk, and attended Monroeville High School.  She worked for Berry Plastics, Monroeville, and she loved to cook and bake.

She is survived by her husband Rick Thomas; daughter Marlo Kluding; son...

Dec 16, 2024

Robert V. Ensign, age 88, of Sandusky, passed away Monday morning, December 16, 2024, in his residence.

He was born January 22, 1936, in Tecumseh, MI, to parents Clifford and Gladys (Reed) Ensign.  He served in the U.S. Army for 21 ½ years and was a member of the VFW and American Legion.  Robert worked for the...

Dec 7, 2024

Carolyn J. Smith, age 84, of Sandusky, passed away Saturday afternoon December 7, 2024, at the Commons of Providence, Sandusky, following a brief illness.

She was born August 16, 1940, in Sandusky, to James and Evelyn (Hire) Ryan. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Sandusky, and graduated from Margaretta High School.

Carolyn...

Nov 13, 2024

Angelo Palmucci, age 92, of Sandusky, peacefully passed away Wednesday November 13, 2024, at the Commons of Providence, Sandusky.

He was born December 29, 1931, in the Republic of San Marino to Armando and Maria (Sabatinni) Palmucci.  Angelo immigrated to the United States following WWII.  He worked as a skilled mason for various contractors prior to joining...

Nov 13, 2024

Corinne M. (Thurston) Dyer Bell, age 92, of Sandusky, passed away Wednesday November 13, 2024, in her residence, following a brief illness.

She was born March 4, 1932, to parents Herbert and Ileda Thurston and was a member of the Sandusky Community Church of the Nazarene, Sandusky.  She worked numerous jobs over her lifetime; she started her...

Nov 13, 2024

Daniel T. Brindley, age 77, of Castalia, passed away Wednesday night November 13, 2024, in his residence.

He was born January 24, 1947, in Sandusky, to parents Don and JoAnne (Buckingham) Brindley and graduated from Sandusky High School in 1965.  During high school, he played football and was a member of the swim team and held the...

Nov 8, 2024

Nancy E. Sessler, age 93, of Sandusky, passed away Friday November 8, 2024, at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky, following a brief illness.

She was born October 5, 1931, in Stony Ridge, OH, and graduated from Port Clinton High School in 1949, where she was a majorette in the marching band.  Nancy was a farmer's wife and...

Nov 7, 2024

Terry Walter Myers, 83, of Castalia, Ohio, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024.

Terry was born on February 18, 1941, in Port Clinton, Ohio. He met the love of his life, Rachel, in 1959. They were married in Monroe, Michigan in 1960. Together, they shared a life full of love, laughter, and devotion. Terry proudly served in...

Oct 26, 2024

John T. Lynn, age 68, of Castalia, passed away Saturday October 26, 2024, at Providence Care Center Rehabilitation Center, Sandusky, following a brief illness.

He was born February 14, 1956, in Sandusky, and graduated from Perkins High School in 1975.  John served in the Army National Guard for six years and worked for General Motors as a...

Oct 21, 2024

Max LaMar Bohn, age 91, of Castalia, went to be with the Lord, Monday October 21, 2024, in Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, following lengthy illnesses.

He was born February 4, 1933, in Castalia, and graduated from Margaretta High School.  He co-owned Bohn Implement since 1955, with his father and brothers. He was a farmer his whole...

Oct 15, 2024

Terry Lee Nolan, 70, residing in Perkins Township, passed away Tuesday afternoon, October 15th, 2024, at Stein Hospice after an unexpected diagnosis and subsequent battle with Pancreatic Cancer.

Terry was born April 8th, 1954, in Sandusky, Ohio, to the late William and Juanita K. Brunow (née Ziegler).

Terry graduated from Perkins High school in 1972....

Oct 13, 2024

Cynthia Louise Johnson, age 80, of Castalia, went to be with the Lord Sunday, October 13, 2024, in her residence, surrounded by family.

She was born November 30, 1943, in Washburn, TN., to Clarence and Nettie Acuff.  She retired from Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky.  She loved being with her family, going to garage sales, and going...

Oct 12, 2024

Hon. Amy Jean Berling (Kopfman) age 74, passed away peacefully at sunrise in her home on Kelleys Island, OH, on October 12, 2024.  Her favorite place on earth was the island, and her favorite time of day was sunrise.

Amy retired from her Judge's seat in the Toledo Municipal Court after faithfully serving her hometown community for...