Obituaries
William "Bill" C. Avery
Aug 2, 2024
William “Bill” C. Avery, 88, left his worldly body in a peaceful sleep on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 12:13 a.m. at Springview Manor.
Bill was born on August 18, 1935, in Lima, in a house on a hill on Harding Hwy, to Mary L. Baker and Charles Avery. He was raised by his mom and stepfather, Lawrence C. Baker. On...
Barbara Jane Kunkleman
Jul 30, 2024
Barbara (Barb) Jane Kunkleman was surrounded by her family as she was called home to meet her heavenly father in the early morning hours of July 30, 2024. She was born July 23, 1950 in Lima, Ohio to the late Paul Everett Ladd and Emma Kathryn (Bridges) Ladd.
On September 16, 1968, she married the love of her life, Larry Kunkleman,...
Steven W. Sanchez
Jul 29, 2024
Steven W. Sanchez, 64, formerly of Lima, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 in Colorado Springs, CO.
Steven was born on September 24, 1959, in Lima, Ohio to the late Carlos and Donna Louise (Shaw) Sanchez.
He is survived by his sisters, Michelle Sanchez, Kelly Sanchez, Heather Sanchez; and brothers, Michael Sanchez and Mark (Janet) Sanchez. Along with his parents, he...
Roger Allen Black
Jul 25, 2024
Roger Allen Black, 86, passed away at 10:50 p.m. on July 25, 2024, at Vancrest of Delphos.
Roger was born on March 9, 1938, in Adena, Ohio, to the late Mitchell M. “Mike” and Irene C. (Dorsey) Black. On June 18, 1965, he married his love, Mary Ellen (Frykman) Black, who survives in Lima.
Roger attended Lima Central High School. He retired...
Judith K. Riemesch
Jul 25, 2024
Judith (Judy) K. (Emehiser) Riemesch died on July 25, 2024, at her daughters home surrounded by family.
She was born May 18, 1941, in Indiana, Pennsylvania to the late Leroy and Dorothy (Bilby) Emehiser. She was privileged to have shared in the home care of both her mother and father before they passed away. On August 27, 1960 she married Willis...
Mary A. Cox
Jul 25, 2024
Mary A. Cox, 89, of Lima, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 5:21 a.m. at Mercy Health St. Rita’s.
She was born on September 20, 1934, in Bellevue, Ohio to Howard and Laura (Reinsel) Debo. On September 24, 1960, she married the love of her life, David Robert Cox, who preceded her in death on June 17, 2024, after...
Andrea Kay McAdams
Jul 24, 2024
Andrea Kay McAdams, 84, passed away at 7:39 a.m. on July 24, 2024, at her home in Elida.
Andrea was born on October 2, 1939, in Lima, Ohio, to Arden L. and Grace (Robinson) Roush. On August 19, 1961, she married the love of her life, Ronald McAdams, who survives in Elida.
Andrea was a graduate of Lima Senior High. Upon obtaining...
Dorothy Jeanette Pitchford
Jul 23, 2024
Dorothy Jeanette (Haight) Pitchford left this earth to dance on the streets of Heaven on July 23rd, 2024, at age 91.
Dorothy was born on November 29th,1932 in Van Wert, Ohio. Her parents were Malonde and Harriet Haight, who dearly loved her and her two sisters, Saundra and Jackie. Dottie spent part of her childhood in foster care, where a Mennonite...
Wendell W. Miller
Jul 15, 2024
Wendell Miller, 94, went home to be with The Lord at 6:18pm on July 15, 2024, at Lima Memorial Hospital.
Wendell was born on March 5, 1930, in Plain City, OH, to Abner & Lizzie Miller. On September 5, 1954, he married Luella Brenneman, the love of his life, who preceded him in death.
Wendell worked at Ford Motor Company where he...
Joyce K. Makin
Jul 11, 2024
Joyce K. Makin, 81, passed away at 8:37 p.m. on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at her home in Lima.
Joyce was born on April 12, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, to Chet and Della (Lewis) Dumm. On October 4, 1961, she married Lloyd Makin, who survives in Lima.
Joyce was a hostess at Bob Evans for 13 years. She was a member of...
G. Jay Clevenger
Jul 10, 2024
G. Jay Clevenger, 84, passed away at 9:56 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at his home.
Jay was born on June 17, 1940, in Lima, Ohio, to Donald R. and Evelyn Mae (Pursell) Clevenger. On July 1, 1994, he married Etta Faye (Mason) Clevenger, who survives in Columbus Grove.
Jay was a 1959 graduate of Vaughnsville High School. He served in...
Nancy Lee Kuhn
Jul 6, 2024
Nancy Lee Kuhn (Shuster), born on May 27, 1937, passed away on July 6, 2024, in her home, aged 87.
She was a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Nancy is survived by her children, Lisa Ross (Kuhn) and her husband John, and Mark Kuhn; five grandchildren, Benjamin, Rebecca, Faith, Daniel, and...
Carlas "Carl" F. Worsham
Jun 26, 2024
Carlas “Carl” F. Worsham, 84, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s.
Carl was born October 27, 1939, in Lansing, Tennessee to the late Gene and Willa Mae (Howard) Washam. On September 20, 1959, he married the love of his life, Patricia (Barnes) Worsham who survives him.
Carl worked for Vistron- BP Chemicals retiring after 32 years with...
Richard John Sellars
Jun 25, 2024
Richard J. Sellars, 63, passed away on June 25, 2024, at Core Care of Lima.
He was born on November 16, 1960, in Mineola, New York to John and Veronica (Goscinski) Sellars.
Richard is survived by many cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Veronica (Goscinski) Sellars; and sister, Barbara Sellars.
Graveside will be on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at...
Susan Paton
Jun 24, 2024
Susan Paton, 77, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, surrounded by her loving family, at 6:14 p.m. on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s.
Susan was born on March 30, 1947, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Orlo & Phyllis (Evans) Swaney. On July 11, 2009, she married Christopher Paton, who survives in Lima.
Susan retired...
Donna C. Magula
Jun 22, 2024
Donna C. Magula, 79, passed away at 3:38 a.m. on June 22, 2024, at Liberty Nursing Home.
She was born on August 2, 1944, in Coalinga, California, to Elwood and Geneva (Farmer) Bell. She married Robert “Bob” Magula in February of 1967, who preceded her in death on July 11, 1997.
Donna loved spending time with her grandkids and her friends.
She is...
Pamela Cira
Jun 20, 2024
Pamela Cira, 70, passed away at 3:35 a.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Otterbein Cridersville. Pam was born on May 7, 1954, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Robert A. and Marilyn Joan (Myers) Selover.
Pam was a 1972 graduate of Lima, Senior High School. She worked for Scot Lad Foods and also for Pepsi Corp. as a sales rep...
David Cox
Jun 17, 2024
David Robert Cox, 90, of Lima, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024 at 1:01 a.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born on May 29, 1934 in Roundhead, Ohio to the late David and Elmina {Hammitt} Cox.
On September 24, 1960, he married Mary {Debo} Cox, who survives in Lima. David worked as a manufacturing engineer for General Dynamics...
Meredith Harmany Loftis
Jun 14, 2024
Meredith Harmany Loftis, 91, of Plano, Texas, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024, at 9pm in Plano, TX.
On September 12, 1932, she was born in Inglewood, California to the late William Charles Harmany and Mildred Belle {Gaver} Harmany. On March 16, 1952, in Lancaster, OH, she married Homer Jennings Loftis, Jr. who passed in 2017. A sister, Thalia Jean...
Ti'esha Alexis Nicole Bryant
Jun 14, 2024
Ti’esha Alexis Nicole Bryant, 24, of Lima, gained her heavenly wings on Friday, June 14, 2024. She was born on September 11, 1999 in Lima to Robert and Aimee Bryant. Her father preceded her in death.
Ti’esha had her own hair business and was also working as a home health aid. She attended The Ohio State Beauty Academy and was very...
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