Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Castalia, Ohio
Serving Castalia, Ohio and surrounding areas.
Rickey "Hillbilly" Ring
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...
Verna M. Fox
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....
Lerenda M. Thomas
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...
Robert V. Ensign
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...
Carolyn J. Smith
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...
Angelo Palmucci
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...
Corinne M. Dyer Bell
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...
Daniel T. Brindley
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. Â During high school, he played football and was a member of the swim team and held the...
Nancy E. Sessler
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...
Terry W. Myers
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...
John T. Lynn
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...
Max L. Bohn
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...
Terry Lee Nolan
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....
Cynthia Louise Johnson
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...
Amy Jean (Kopfman) Berling
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...
Hannah L. Kaman
Oct 12, 2024
Hannah L. Kaman, age 21, of Sandusky, passed away Saturday October 12, 2024, in her residence.
She was born January 10, 2003, in Norwalk. Hannah was a stay at home mother to her four children.
She is survived by her mother Yolanda (Dane Kuns) Kaman; four children Rosie, Leora, Bubby, and Ava; sisters Mary (Seth)...
Betty J. Hill
Oct 9, 2024
Betty J. Hill, age 75, of Huron, passed away Wednesday morning, October 9, 2024, at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky, following a brief illness.
She was born September 20, 1949, in Breathitt County, KY, and graduated from Sandusky High School in 1967. She was a member of 1St Christian Church, Sandusky, where she loved to help with...
Terrie L. Hirt
Oct 9, 2024
Terrie L. Hirt, age 75, of Bay View, passed away in her loving husband's arms, Wednesday morning, October 9, 2024, in her residence following a lengthy illness.
She was born May 20, 1949, in Sandusky, and graduated from Margaretta High School in 1967. Following high school, she worked for Columbia Gas for several years before opening Bill's...
Linda Sue Lewis
Oct 1, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Linda Lewis on October 1, 2024 in London, Kentucky. Linda, a devoted servant of the Lord, has gone to be with her Savior. We take comfort in knowing that she is now in the presence of Jesus, where there's no more pain or sorrow, only eternal joy. We...
Kim Valentine
Sep 30, 2024
Kim R. Valentine, age 73, of Kelleys Island, passed away peacefully Monday morning, September 30, 2024, in his home.
He was born June 24, 1951, in Toledo, and graduated from Bowser High School in 1969. Shortly after high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve where he served for 32 years. Kim was a supervisor...

