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02/09/2025

Jan A. Sponsler

Jan A. Sponsler, 73, of Bellefontaine, a beloved son, brother, cousin and friend, passed away at his residence on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 6:00pm. He was born on January 17, 1952, in Bellefontaine, and was preceded in death by his father, Joseph O. Sponsler and brothers Greg and Bart Sponsler.Jan is survived by his loving mother, Edna M. Sponsler of Bellefontaine, OH. He was overjoyed to celebrate her 100th birthday with her on May 18, 2024. Jan is also...

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02/09/2025

02/08/2025

James David Prater

James David Prater, 65, of rural West Liberty, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025, at his home.Jim was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio, on December 18, 1959, and raised by Earl Peters and the late Linda L. (Prater) Peters.Jim is survived by his children: Adam Prater of West Liberty, Alexia Prater of West Liberty, Alivia Prater of Anniston, Alabama, April Johnson of West Liberty, and Ashley (Travis) Spriggs of North Lewisburg; a granddaughter Ava Prater; his father Earl Peters of West...

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02/07/2025

Valentine's Day can be difficult no matter what's going on in your life, but when you're grieving, it can be even more so. Check out this article for 5 self-care tips that will help you make the most of the day!

Valentine's Day can brings deep emotions if you are missing someone you love, but you can turn it into a good day with these self-care tips.

02/07/2025

Lance Lowell Line

Lance Lowell Line, 53, of Columbus, passed away unexpectedly at his home. He was born in Sidney, Ohio on August 1, 1971, a son of the late Gene Line and Roxella “Roxie” (Howell) Line.On July 19, 2008, Lance married Jennifer (Puckett) Line in DeGraff, Ohio and she preceded him in death on January 11, 2021. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Kim Oglesbee; and two brothers, Greg Oglesbee, and Eric Oglesbee.Lance is survived by his daughter, Kayla...

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02/06/2025

Dr. Robert W. Carter

Dr. Robert “Bob” W. Carter, 93, of Bellefontaine, passed away Wednesday evening, February 5, 2025, at Otterbein Green Hills Senior Life Community.Bob was born in Washington, Pennsylvania, on November 8, 1931, to the late J. Harry and Adalaide (Andrews) Carter. He married Marlene K. Ealy on April 5, 1958, and she preceded him in death on June 28, 2021. Bob was also preceded in death by a son Robert S. Carter; and siblings: Jay Carter, James Carter, and Joan Kowalski.Bob...

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02/05/2025

With the big game right around the corner, it’s time to prepare the snacks! These 24 delicious dip recipes have everything you’ll need to make your bowls super for game day. Just click the link and dip in.

Score BIG on game day with one of these guaranteed crowd-pleasers.

02/05/2025

Cynthia Renee Zell

Cynthia “Cindy” Renee Zell, 64, of Kenton, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio. She was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio on September 2, 1960, to the late Kerryn L. and Margaret Sue (Young) Zell. She is also preceded in death by her son, Desmond Huff and her brother-in-law, Dale Barney.She is survived by her children: David (Tiera) Huff and Derrick (Taylor) Huff; grandchildren: David Jr., Riley, Daija, Davian and Devyn; her partner,...

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02/05/2025

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02/04/2025

Lois J. Lepree

Lois J LepreeBorn in New Jersey on March 29, 1936.Lois was a member of Pleasant Grange, and a member of both the De Graff and Quincy United Methodist Churches.Lois had a varied work career, both in New Jersey and Ohio.Lois is preceded in death by her father Louis J. Wishney and mother Ida (Ferrari) Wishney of New Jersey, and loving husband Joe of 48 years.Lois is survived by her three children- Angel (Wishney) Marcinko of New Jersey, sons David Wishney,...

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02/04/2025

Maxine Ann Riley

Maxine Ann Riley, age 78, of West Liberty, passed away at her residence at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was born in West Liberty, Ohio, on March 13, 1946, to the late Donald M. and Verda (Hamel) Blackwell.She married Richard R. Riley in 1980, and he survives her.Maxine is also survived by her cousins, Mary E. (Robert) Jackson, Sandy (Jim) Law, Carolyn (Tom) Alexander, Cindy, and Vicki Maxson; along with their children; and special friends and caretakers,...

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02/04/2025

Wanda Jean Saylor

Wanda Jean Saylor, 95, of Bellefontaine and formerly of Belle Center, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, in Campbell Place.She was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio on January 9, 1930, the daughter of the late Harry Charles and Edna (Smitley) Froebe.On February 22, 1948, she married James Robert Saylor, and he preceded her in death on December 19, 1991. She was also preceded in death by a son, Donald Steven Saylor in 2010, two brothers, Paul Froebe and Eston Froebe,...

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02/04/2025

David Michael Ryan

David Michael Ryan, 71, of Marysville, passed away at 4:12 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2025, at his home. He was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio on July 4, 1953, to the late Gordon Albert Ryan and Mary (Hall) Blair. David worked as an engineer and had a love for the outdoors. He is survived by his sister, Deborah Dickman; and his only child, Hansen Ryan. Pastor Crate David Hall Jr. will officiate a graveside service at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday,...

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