Obituaries
Paul Henry Eley Jr.
Apr 12, 2025
Paul H. Eley Jr., 82, passed away at Ohio State Wexner Medical Center on April 12, 2025. Following a brief illness, with family at his bedside. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Martha (Mooney) Eley, granddaughter, Tristan Eley, and sister-in-law, Candyce (Miller) Moreland.
Paul is survived by his wife of 61 years, Sherri (Miller) Eley, a sister,...
Gary E. Hardesty
Apr 12, 2025
Gary E. Hardesty, 77, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s surrounded by his family.
Gary was born on August 29, 1947, in Lima to the late James Dewey Hardesty and Elizabeth Jane (Bushong) Fiedler.
On November 14, 1973, he married Carman {Parente}, who preceded him in death on February 8, 2020. Gary was a staff sergeant...
Larry E. Mason
Apr 10, 2025
Larry E. Mason, 82, of Lima, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at The Springs of Lima. He was born on May 12, 1942, in Lima to the late Leonard F. Mason and Donna {Potts} Sites.
On February 10, 1962, he married Kathleen Murray, who survives in Lima. He retired from Ford Motor Company...
David Frank Fox
Apr 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of David Fox October 8, 1976 – April 9, 2025
David Fox was born on October 8, 1976, in Bucks County, Pennsylvania and raised with love by his mother, Lorraine Fox-Andrews in Trenton, New Jersey. Alongside his siblings Angelo and Rachel, David grew up surrounded by family who shaped the man he became—kind, thoughtful, and full of heart....
Nicole M (Piercefield) Boyd
Apr 3, 2025
Nicole M. (Piercefield) Boyd, 47, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025.
Nicole was born on May 17, 1977, in Lima, Ohio to Ken and Karen Piercefield. She married Willie Boyd, who survives in Carmel, Indiana.
Nicole was born and raised in Lima, Ohio, a graduate of UNOH, receiving both her Bachelors in Business and a Masters in Business Administration. She was...
VaLaire J. Orchard
Mar 29, 2025
VaLaire Jane Rilee Orchard passed away peacefully on March 29th at Lima Memorial Hospital at the age of ninety-eight while surrounded by family.
Born in New Orleans to Clair and Wanda (Brunstrom) Rilee on May 20, 1926, VaLaire became part of their Vaudeville show at the age of fourteen months performing throughout the United States and Canada, while also appearing in movies...
Charles Edwards Blayney III
Mar 24, 2025
Charles Edward Blayney III, 79, passed away on March 24, 2025 at Wyngate Senior Living Center.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Arrangements are being handled by Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home, Lima. Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com
Wilma Jean Best
Mar 20, 2025
Wilma Jean Best, went to meet her Savior on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at The Springs of Lima, after 100 blessed years on this Earth.
Jean was born on March 4, 1925, in Cairo, Ohio, to Ward and Helen (Crom) Wert. She was first married to Donald Best who preceded her in death on February 22, 1974. On November 26, 1975,...
Alice Yvonne Rader
Mar 15, 2025
Alice Y. Rader, 102, of Wapakoneta, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at her home. She was born on November 12, 1922 to the late William and May Sheppard.
She was a graduate of Lima South High School. She was a life member of the American Legion Auxiliary of Lima and the Bluffton Senior Center. She was a past member...
Thomas Doll
Mar 8, 2025
Thomas Doll, 86, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Provision Living of Findlay. He was born on May 8, 1938 in Madison, Wisconsin.
Growing up, Tom became an enthusiastic Wisconsin Badger basketball and football fan. In the late 60’s, he relocated his family to Ohio to begin a successful career at Ford Motor engine plant. In the 80’s, he...
Norma Jean Chapman
Mar 4, 2025
Norma Jean Chapman, 97, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, peacefully surrounded by her family.
Jean was born on April 4, 1927, in Jasonville, Indiana, the daughter of Howard C. and Emma J. Baker, who preceded her in death. On Tuesday, December 24, 1946, she married the love of her life, Earl “Benji” Chapman Jr., who preceded her in death...
Pamela Kay Mathias
Mar 2, 2025
Pamela Kay Mathias, 61, passed away at 7:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s.
Pamela was born on February 14, 1964, in Lima, Ohio, to John S. Smith and Elwanda Irene (Rodenberger) Long. On July 15, 1992, she married Craig Mathias, who survives in Lima.
Pamela loved her kitties and is survived by Miggy, while Prince and...
Jay J. Stephens
Feb 28, 2025
Jay Stephens, 59, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s.
Jay was born on September 19, 1965, in Ocala, Florida to John Henry and Lucille (Poplin) Stephens.
Jay was a 1984 graduate of Lima Senior High School. Jay loved to work and he loved animals. He worked at Metakote, AAP, Honda, and most recently Steiner Stock Farms...
Marilyn Nancy Horvath
Feb 27, 2025
Marilyn Nancy Horvath, 87, passed away at 7:06 p.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at The Meadows of Kalida.
Marilyn was born on September 20, 1937, in Lima, Ohio, to Donald & Daisy (Cockerel) Hahn. On March 10, 1951, she married Steve Horvath, who preceded her in death on January 24, 2009.
Marilyn retired from Bluffton Hospital where she had worked in...
Karyn Lee Stokes
Feb 27, 2025
Karyn Stokes, born on February 5, 1950, to Paul and Marilyn Krayer, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 27, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and dedication to children.
Karyn grew up alongside her brothers, Timothy and Brett Krayer; her sister, Kitt (Krayer) Pendergast; and her bonus sister, Mimi (Mitchell) Morrison. In 1976, she married the love of her...
Shirley Adams
Feb 25, 2025
Shirley Adams, 90, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 8:35 a.m. at Lima Memorial Health System.
Shirley was born on December 5, 1934, in Lima, Ohio to Luther Aldrich and Elizabeth (Bauman) Strawser. On October 10, 1952, she married Gary Adams, who preceded her in death on February 3, 2024.
On October 10, 1952, Shirley married the love of her...
Gloria Sherer
Feb 24, 2025
Gloria J. Sherer, 96, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Otterbein Cridersville.
Gloria was born on June 6, 1928, in Lima, Ohio to Wilbur and Ilo (Wallace) Williams. On August 14, 1948, she married Willis D. Sherer, who preceded her in death on February 21, 2018.
Gloria was a wonderful mother and grandparent. She was as kind and loving...
Marjorie McConnell
Feb 24, 2025
Marjorie McConnell, 80, passed away at 6:25 a.m. on February 24, 2025, at Shawnee Manor, Lima, Ohio.
Marjorie was born on March 2, 1944, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, to the late Joseph Alvy and Mary Catherine (Riser) Coss. She was married to James McConnell, who preceded her in death in 2017.
Marjorie retired from General Dynamics. She loved making crafts for their...
Gregory G. Deubler
Feb 16, 2025
Gregory Glenn Deubler, 65, passed away at 8:12 a.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s. Gregory was born on December 11, 1959, in Lima, Ohio, to Robert K. and Helen (Etue) Deubler.
Gregory was a Welder. He enjoyed flying drones to look over the lake and reading about astronauts and space. Gregory loved coming back to Lima...
Byrn Derek Henry
Feb 16, 2025
Byrn Derek Henry, 64, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at St. Rita’s Medical Center.
Derek was born on April 12, 1960, in San Diego, California to Edgar Thomas Henry and Mazie I. Freeman. On June 25, 2005, he married Deborah (Bechtel) Henry, who survives in Wapakoneta.
Derek worked at Channel 44 since 2004. He received his bachelor’s from Arkansas...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
