Robert F. Bertsch
Jun 9, 2024
Robert F. Bertsch, age 100, of Sandusky, passed away Sunday afternoon June 9, 2024, in his residence, following a brief battle with cancer.
He was born February 27, 1924, in Venice, and graduated from Margaretta High School in 1942. He married Alice Sessler on February 18, 1947, in Trinity Lutheran Church, and together they celebrated their 77th...
Merrill "Bud" Frische
Jun 7, 2024
Merrill E. "Bud" Frische, age 97, of Castalia, passed away Friday afternoon, June 7, 2024, at Admiral's Point Nursing and Rehabilitation, Huron.
He was born July 22, 1926, in Ironton, OH, and graduated from Ironton High School. Merrill proudly served in the U.S. Army and was member of the American Legion. He worked and retired from New...
Ronda K. (Schoenegge) Hartley
Jun 3, 2024
Ronda K. Hartley, age 59, of Sandusky, passed away Monday morning, June 3, 2024, at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky, following a brief illness.
She was born February 18, 1965, in Sandusky, and graduated from both Huron High School and EHOVE Joint Vocational School in 1983. Ronda worked numerous retail jobs over many years including Wal-Mart. She...
Marie C. Severance
May 10, 2024
Marie C. Severance, age 102, of Sandusky, passed away Friday morning, May 10, 2024, at Providence Care Center, Sandusky.
She was born March 14, 1922, in Sandusky, to Peter and Emily (Olemacher) Peterson. They moved to Avon Lake, where she graduated from Avon Lake High School in 1940. She married her husband Joseph Severance in 1951, and...
Melvin J. Knapp
May 3, 2024
Melvin James Knapp, BS, MA, PhD, age 84, of Castalia, and son of Jim and Bea Knapp, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024.
He was born February 23, 1940, in Sandusky. Mel received his BS, and MA degrees from The Ohio State University, and his PhD from Penn State University. He and his young family headed to...
Lucas I. Miller
May 1, 2024
Lucas I. Miller, age 40, of Sandusky, and formerly of Castalia, passed away May 1, 2024, at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky.
He was born April 20, 1984, in Sandusky, and graduated from Margaretta High School in 2002. Lucas had worked at Mickey Mart for over 21 years, with the last 15 years as a supervisor. He...
Linda S. Huff
Apr 29, 2024
Linda S. Huff, age 70, of Castalia, passed away Monday morning, April 29, 2024, at Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, following a brief illness.
She was born February 5, 1954, in Sandusky, and attended Margaretta High School. She was a dental bookkeeper for over 20 years. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Sandusky, American Legion...
Robert C. Krogh
Apr 22, 2024
Robert C. Krogh, age 48, of Sandusky, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 22, 2024, in his residence.
He was born April 4, 1976, in Sewickley, PA, and graduated from Margaretta High School in 1995; then received his associate's degree from Terra State Community College. He worked for Decko Products, Sandusky. Robert was baptized and confirmed from Grace...
Donald Lewis
Apr 16, 2024
Donald W. Lewis, age 99, of Sandusky, passed away Tuesday evening, April 16, 2024, at Otterbein SeniorLife Marblehead in the loving embrace and care of his family.
He was born February 8, 1925, in Beaverdam, OH, and graduated from Lima Shawnee High School. Donald proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, stationed at Vero...
Robert A. Thompson
Apr 15, 2024
Robert Alan Thompson of Castalia, Ohio, (Sept. 16, 1952 - April 15, 2024) was born in Marion, Ohio, to James "Bud" Marion Thompson and Louise French Thompson.
He spent 53 wonderful years married to his high school sweetheart Portia (Malone) Thompson of Marion, Ohio. They had two boys, Robert Daniel Thompson of Medina and James Marion Thompson...
Kim W. Watkins
Apr 8, 2024
Kim W. Watkins, age 78, of Kelleys Island, passed away Monday April 8, 2024, at Admiral's Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation, Huron.
She was born August 30, 1945, in Grand Rapids, MI, and graduated from Leelanau School in Glen Arbor, MI. She received her Bachelors' in Social Work from Kent State University. Kim owned and operated the Island...
William D. Bell
Apr 5, 2024
William D. Bell, age 88, of Sandusky, passed away Friday afternoon, April 5, 2024, at The Meadows at Osborn Park, Huron.
He was born January 13, 1936, in Elco, PA, to John and Grace Bell. William served in the U.S. Army for 2 years of active duty and 4 years in the Army reserves; and was a...
Andrea (Ackerman) Kiser
Mar 16, 2024
Andrea (Ackerman) Kiser, age 58, of Sandusky, passed away Saturday night, March 16, 2024, at Admirals Pointe Nursing and Rehab, Huron.
She was born January 21, 1966, in Sandusky, and graduated from Margaretta High School in 1984, and received her LPN degree from EHOVE. Andrea held several factory jobs in Sandusky, including Prepared Foods and Industrial Nut;...
Jamie M. Artrip
Mar 1, 2024
Jamie M. Artrip, age 37, of Castalia, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, March 1, 2024, after courageously battling a long illness.
Jamie leaves behind two beautiful children, Eli and Bella Sanchez, and a wonderful mother, Georgia (Fields) Artrip. Jamie was a loving mother and daughter known for her vibrant spirit and unwavering devotion to...
Dorothy R. Thomas
Feb 29, 2024
Dorothy R. Thomas, age 79, of Bay View, passed away Thursday evening, February 29, 2024, in her residence following a lengthy illness.
She was born February 26, 1945, in Sandusky, and graduated from Margaretta High School. Her most recent job was manager of the Bay View Center, and she was a full-time domestic caregiver to her family. ...
Rhonda M. Kaltenbach-Hartley
Feb 26, 2024
Rhonda M. Kaltenbach-Hartley, age 74, of Sandusky, passed away Monday evening, February 26, 2024, at home following a brief illness.
She was born February 23, 1950, in Sandusky, and graduated from Sandusky High School. She worked as an administrative accountant for Hansen-Mueller. Rhonda loved spending time with her family and friends and enjoyed boating and going to...
Clayton J. Sullivan Ii
Feb 19, 2024
Clayton J. Sullivan II, age 38, of Bellevue, passed away unexpectedly Monday morning, February 19, 2024, at his home.
He was born April 28, 1985, in Sandusky, and attending EHOVE career center, Milan. Clayton worked in construction as a roofer and he enjoyed collecting things and fixing them; he also liked riding his bicycle. He was a...
Herman K. Hillenbrand
Feb 14, 2024
Herman K. Hillenbrand, age 82, of Castalia, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Cleveland Metrohealth Hospital.
He was born May 24, 1941, in Sandusky, and graduated from Sandusky St. Mary's Catholic School in 1959. He served in the U.S. Army. He began working for Wally's Grocery and then the Pick and Pay, which switched names to...
Kade D. Miller
Feb 8, 2024
Kade D. Miller, age 37, of Castalia, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, February 8, 2024.
He was born May 28, 1986, in Ravenna, OH, and graduated from Rootstown High School in 2005. He worked for XPO logistics, Milan, and enjoyed playing video games; especially Call of Duty, listening to music; with Mac Miller being his favorite musician, playing...
Bonnie J. (House) Parker
Feb 1, 2024
Bonnie J. Parker, age 76, of Castalia, passed away Thursday afternoon, February 1, 2024, at Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky.
She was born June 4, 1947, in Sandusky, and graduated from Perkins High School. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Castalia, and attended the Sandusky Community Church of the Nazarene, Sandusky. Bonnie worked for the...
