Glenn Wykoff

MARYSVILLE: Glenn Wykoff, 85 of rural Marysville, died early Sunday morning, November 2, 2014 at the Gables at Green Pastures. He was born January 30, 1929 at the family home near Marysville to the late John and Clara (Ranz) Wykoff.

On September 4, 1955 he married the former Patricia "Peggy" Jackson and she died July 7, 2012. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Wykoff and a sister, Dorothy Williams.

A 1948 graduate of Magnetic Springs High School, he was a member of Pharisburg United Methodist Church. Glenn was a farmer, raising cattle, chickens and pigs. He had worked as a guard at Marion Correctional Institution, retiring in 1998 after over 30 years. He had served with the Union County Civil Defense (now Union County EMA) for many years.

He and his wife, Peggy were very active with YMCA of Central Ohio International. They enjoyed opening their home to exchange students and foreign families and had hosted 17 different families over the years.

He is survived by three sons, Jerry Wykoff, Marysville, Dave A. (Mary) Wykoff, Richwood, Curtis L. (Louanna) Wykoff, Marysville; a daughter, Linda L. Piatt, Lewisville; eight grandchildren, Haley Piatt, Brindley Brown, Chasity Wykoff, Courtney Wykoff, Christopher Wykoff, Elizabeth (Bruce) Lookabaugh, Matthew Wykoff, Rachel (Chris) Minnich; and three great-grandchildren, Camryn and Ison Lookabaugh, and Aaliyah Wykoff.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Pharisburg United Methodist Church with Pastor Judy Cramer officiating. Burial will follow in Broadway Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 7 PM at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home, Richwood.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Pharisburg United Methodist Church, 13317 State Route 347, Marysville, OH 43040.

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William T. "Bill" McDonald

MARION: William T. "Bill" McDonald, age 72, of Marion, Ohio, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2014 at Marion General Hospital.

He was born August 31, 1942 in Lexington, TN, to the late Bernice and Rubye Dee (Stratton) McDonald. On August 31, 1963 in Glenview, IL he married Trudy D. Webb and she survives. Bill was retired from the U.S. Navy after twenty-two and a half years. He also spent twenty years as a unit manager at the Marion Correctional Institution. He was a member of the Marion Moose Lodge # 889, the former Eagles Lodge, V.F.W. Post # 3313, and the American Legion Post # 584. Bill loved fishing and camping at the Lakes, his dog Sam, and he loved watching his grandson play football for the Pleasant High School Spartans. Bill was also a big Michigan Football Fan and always expressed his feelings to everyone, "Go Blue".

Bill leaves behind his loving wife; as well as a daughter, Barbara Ann McDonald of Marion, Ohio, and two sons, Jeffrey Thomas McDonald and Robert Thomas (Brenda) McDonald, both of Marion, Ohio; also surviving are four grandsons, Matthew, Craig, Kevin, and Bryce; and a great granddaughter, Ashly.

Besides his parents, Bill was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Lou McDonald Park.

There will be a Memorial Service for Bill on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at 5 P.M. at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home. Officiating the service will be Pastor Carolyn Joseph. Friends may call at the funeral home two hours prior to the service from 3 to 5 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Wounded Warriors Fund and the First Church of the Nazarene. Online condolences to the family can be made at www.boydbornfuneralhome.com
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Robert O. Webb

MARION: Robert O. Webb, age 83, of Marion passed away on October 2nd, in his home, while under the gentle care of Heartland Hospice.

He was born on November 24, 1930 in Wallace, West Virginia. Robert married Betty Jo Griffin on April 13th, 1952 in Oakland, Maryland.

Robert graduated from high school in Shinnston, West Virginia, in 1950. He then went to college at Fairmont State University. His education was interrupted when he was drafted into the Army during the Korean War. Robert proudly served his country from 1952-1954. After his discharge, Robert resumed his studies in English Education and received his bachelor's degree in 1956. He furthered his education and received a MS in Education from Youngstown State University in 1972.

Robert taught English and Speech in the Marion County School System from 1956-2004. His teaching career began at Harding High School in 1956. Robert also taught at Eber Baker Middle School, River Ridge High School, and Marion Catholic High School. Robert's many joys included, directing high school musicals, the Props and Q's Club, the Debate Club, and the Harding Reporter. Robert's excitement for educating the masses was not limited to middle and high school. In the evenings, Robert taught Adult Education classes at Harding High School, part time at Marion Correctional Institution, OSU Marion, and Marion Vocational School. During his spare time, he sold real estate for G&G Homes and painted half the homes in Marion County.

Robert was a selected member of the Warren G. Harding Chapter of the National Honor Society, he was listed in the Who's Who of Teachers numerous times, he was a proud member of the VFW Post 7201, and a member of the Epworth United Methodist Church.

The beloved husband, father, and friend to all, is survived by his sister, Thelma (Joe) Romeo, of Massillon, OH; son, Dr. Robert Mark Webb, of Pittsburgh, PA; daughter, Major Pamela (James) Potter, of Tarpon Springs, FL; his five grandchildren, Heidi, Shawn, William, Arielle, and Ryan; two great-granddaughters, Aimee and Zoe.

Family members will receive friends from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., October 10, 2014 at Gunder/Hall & Folk Funeral Directors. Funeral services will be held October 11, 2014 at Epworth United Methodist

James L. “Jim” Looker

November 20, 1934 ‒ August 27, 2014

James L. “Jim” Looker, age 79, of Fredericktown, was welcomed into heaven with open arms by his Lord and Savior, on Wednesday morning, August 27, 2014, at the Morrow County Hospital following a brief and unexpected illness.

Jim was born on November 20, 1934, in Mount Vernon, Ohio, the second of five children of the late Floyd and Burnice (Smith) Looker. He was raised in the Mount Vernon Children’s Home until he was a freshman in high school, when he was taken in by Ronald and Bessie Shinaberry of Chesterville to help them on their family dairy farm. He would also graduate from Chester-Franklin High School in the class of 1955.
During high school, Jim fell for one of his classmates, Lela Sherman, who became his high school sweetheart. Shortly after graduation, Jim and Lela were married on April 1, 1956, at the Pulaskiville Community Bible Church. They cherished their 58 years of marriage and lovingly raised three children: Wayde, Phyllis and Mark.

Following school, Jim started his career with Seymour Whitney, a well-known self-employed brick layer, who taught him everything there was to know about masonry. After helping him for several years, Jim started his own brick laying company, Looker Masonry. Later he began teaching and serving as a guard at the Marion Correctional Institution (MCI). He taught masonry there and at Tri-Rivers Career Center in Marion for over 23 years, until his retirement in 1994.

Shortly after Jim’s retirement, he and Lela started spending their winters in Silver Springs, Florida. While there, he enjoyed fishing and attending the Solid Rock Bible Church.
To say Jim was a man of deep faith would be an understatement. He lived a life of devotion to his Lord and Savior, always reading his Bible, and knowing it inside and out. He was a great Christian man, and was a member of the Harmony Baptist Church, and formerly was a member of the Pulaskiville Community Bible Church. For many years, he loved to serve as a site coach with Group Work Camps, volunteering with youth all over the US, spreading the word of the Lord and God’s love.

With a love for the outdoors, Jim especially enjoyed hunting adventures with his sons and grandsons. He would hunt whatever was in season. He loved to fish, taking trips to Canada to cast a line with family and friends. Another of Jim’s favorite pastimes was camping. For many years, he was a member of the “Weakenders Camping Club” with his friends /co-workers at MCI, travelling all over Ohio and the surrounding states.

A man of many talents, Jim could do anything he set his mind to. Being an artist is something he found great joy in. He especially enjoyed painting various scenes on everything from canvas to wooden saws and walking sticks.

Very ornery, Jim enjoyed a good joke or story, generating a laugh with family and friends.
Always there for his family, Jim loved helping them any way he could, especially enjoying a very close relationship with Wayde as they farmed together. Every April 1st he wanted to hurry home from Florida so he could help plant the farm fields and did not want to leave in the Fall until harvest was complete.
He also enjoyed giving his 4-legged friend, Missy, rides on his golf cart or walks in Florida. This gave him an excuse to visit with the neighbors who spoiled her with treats.

He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife, Lela Looker; three children: Wayde (Liz) Looker, Phyllis (Steve George) Looker and Mark (Rebeka) Looker; 9 grandchildren: Heath (Erica) Looker, Kristen (Ryan) Pfleiderer, Derek (Bobi) Looker, and Wayde (fiancé Grace Bluck) Looker, Carla Looker, Evan (Bonita) Boggs, Zachary Looker, Autumn “Maddie” Looker, and Cynthia Looker; 13 great-grandchildren: Olivia and Olesia Looker, Braelyn, Briley, and Brogan Pfleiderer (and one more on the way), Hailey, Remington “R.J.”, Jace Looker, Griffin and Leandra Gray, Kylee and Kenady Boggs, and Chloe Looker. He is also survived by three brothers: Eugene, Larry and Raymond Looker, a sister, Joretta (Tom)Taylor and numerous nieces and nephews.

Including his parents, Jim was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Janette.
His family will greet friends from 4 – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 2nd, at the Snyder Funeral Home, Craven Chapel, 67 N. Main St., Mount Gilead. Services honoring his life and celebrating his homecoming will also be held there at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, with Pastor Jason Martin officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Chesterville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Harmony Baptist Church, 5142 Co. Rd. 25, Marengo, OH 43334, or and Solid Rock Bible Church, 7570 SE 183rd Ave. Rd., Ocklawaha, FL 32179.
Snyder Funeral Homes of Mount Gilead are honored to have been chosen to serve Jim’s family and your condolences may be expressed to them by visiting www.SnyderFuneralHomes.com.

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Service Details:

Visitation:

Snyder Funeral Home, Craven Chapel in Mount Gilead 67 North Main Street , Mount Gilead Ohio , 43338

Tuesday, Sep 02, 2014 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Funeral:

Snyder Funeral Home, Craven Chapel in Mount Gilead 67 North Main Street , Mount Gilead Ohio , 43338

Wednesday, Sep 03, 2014 at 11:00am

Burial:

Maple Grove Cemetery, Chesterville 6919 St. Rt. 95, Chesterville Ohio , 43019 

Earl W. McKee

MARION: Earl W. McKee, age 73, of Marion, Ohio passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2014 at Marion General Hospital.

He was born October 2, 1940 in Coal Grove, Ohio to the late William Arthur and Betty (Riffe) McKee. On October 26, 2002 he married Sharel J. (Pheasant). Earl was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Marion, he was formerly employed at Tecumseh Products, M.C.I., Marion County Auxilliary Sheriff and Honda of America for 16 years.

He is survived by his wife, Sharel McKee of Marion, OH; children, Susan (Norman) West of Sturgis, MI, Melinda (Jack) Johnson of Big Island, OH, Angie McKee of Columbus, OH, Christopher McKee of Marion, OH, Jason (Tami) Bishop of Tacoma, WA; four grandchildren; four brothers, Francis McKee of Ironton, OH, Jim Waggoner of Castonia, NC, Ed McKee of Ironton, OH; three sisters, Harrett Williamson of Marion, OH, Darline Rapp of Ironton, OH, Ester (Bob) Austin of Lakeland, FL; numerous nieces and nephews; his mother in law, Joann Pheasant of Marion, OH; three sister in laws, Barbara (Dave) Boggs of Marion, OH, Vickie (Tim) McGowen of Prospect, OH, Tammy Kelly of Marion, OH; a brother in law, Steven Pheasant of Marion, OH.

He was preceded in death by a son, Dwight McKee and a daughter, Terry Lynn McKee.

Graveside services will be held Monday, August 25, 2014 at 10 AM at Grand Prairie Cemetery with Pastor William Snyder officiating. No calling hours will be observed. The Boyd-Born Funeral Home is handling the arrangements for the family.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.boydbornfuneralhome.com

Published in the Marion Star on Aug. 22, 2014

Billie David Waddell Sr.

MARION: Billie David Waddell Sr. passed away unexpectedly July 9, 2014 at 67 years old.

Billie was born to the late Juanita Gannon and Vernon Waddle in Ironton, Ohio on January 9, 1947. On June 5, 1965 Billie married the LOVE of his life, Shirley Kay (Blair) Waddell. They had two children: Billie David Waddell Jr. and Teena Marie Waddell.

He was blessed with six grandchildren: Mandy (Waddell) Meyers, Billie Waddell III, Ashley Waddell, Josh Cox, Adam Crabtree and Brittany Crabtree. He was also blessed with seven sweet great grandchildren: Noah Waddell, Bella Waddell, Antonio Cochran Jr., Nevaeh Cochran, Oliviana Meyers, Kareem Crabtree, Arlonzo Waddell; and a baby boy due in November. Surviving also is one brother: Carl Gannon Jr. of Marion, OH.; and a daughter-in-law: Lena Waddell.

Billie was preceded in death by his son: Billie David Waddell Jr.; two brothers: Michael Williams and Ronald Williams; and one sister: Donna Rae (Waddell) Davis.

Billie worked for 20 years at Tecumseh Products until they closed and then 24 years for corrections from which he retired in February 2009 at N.C.C.I. Billie is finally reunited with his beloved son.

A memorial service will be held in the Boyd-Born Funeral Home on Saturday, July 12, 2014, at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Dale Baker will be officiating and burial will be at a later date in the Grand Prairie Cemetery.

Contributions may be given to the

American Cancer Society

. Online condolences may be sent to:www.boydbornfuneralhome.com

Published in the Marion Star on July 11, 2014

Gale Schuler

MARION: Gale Schuler, age 80, of Marion, Ohio passed away Thursday, June 19, 2014 at Heartland of Marion.

He was born February 12, 1934 in Keystone, SD., to the late Ralph R. and Esther (Dow) Schuler.

On September 17, 1955 he married Wanda Elene (Barlow) Schuler, she preceded him in death on September 21, 2011.

Gale graduated of Upper Sandusky High School in 1952, a U.S. Navy veteran serving during the Korean Conflict on the USS Pittsburgh. He was a member of the Moose Lodge #889, Elks #32, VFW and American Legion Post, he was formerly employed at Eaton Corp., and retired in 2000 from M.C.I. as a corrections officer after 20 plus years.

He is survived by his two children, Gary Lee Schuler of Marion, OH, Lisa (Ron) Moore of Oak Creek, WI; granddaughter, Kaylee Alizabeth Moore, step grandson, Nathan Allen Moore; his brother, Charles (Judy) Schuler of Carey, OH.

Gale was preceded in death by a brother, Dale Schuler and his sister, Grace Piecha.

The family would like to thank Heartland of Marion and Marion General Hospice for their tender loving care of their father.

Visitation for Gale will be Sunday, June 22, 2014 from 4 - 7 PM at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Monday, June 23. 2014 at 10 AM at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home with Pastor Keith Irey officiating. Burial will follow at Chapel Heights Memory Gardens where military honors will be conducted by Marion County United Veterans Council.

Memorial contributions may be made to Marion General Hospice in Gale's memory.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.boydbornfuneralhome.com

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Ezra Franklin Drake

Jul. 4, 1921 - May 15, 2014

Ezra Franklin Drake age 92 of Marion, Ohio passed into everlasting life to be with his Lord and Savior on May 15, 2014.

He was born July 4, 1921, in (formerly named) Agosta, now New Bloomington, Ohio to the late Bain E. & Bertha E. (Schaber) Drake. He attended schools in New Bloomington, Ohio and Mt. Victory, Ohio, thru the 8th grade. He quit school to help on the family farm.
On November 1, 1946 he maried S.Joan Angles, she passed on September 3, 1984. On February 8, 1986 he married Lorene Bussey, she passed on May 27, 2007.

Ezra retired in 1983 from the Marion Correctional Institution as a correctional officer after 12 years. Before that he was employed at Buckeye Potato Chip Company in Marion for 20 years, Coca-Cola Bottling Company in Marion for 10 years, and farms near Larue and New Bloomington, and was a member of Grace Baptist Church. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, home gardening and the Ohio State Buckeyes.

He is survived by his daughter, Nancy E. Drake Orr and her husband Danny of Iberia, Oh., his son, Perry C. Drake of Marion, Oh., one granddaughter, Amy Orr Parker and her husband Brock, of Marion, Oh., three grandsons, Jason M. Drake and his wife Holly, of Westminster, Md., Robert D. Orr and his wife Tabatha, of Richwood, Oh., Sean M. Drake and his wife Melinda, of Larue, Oh., eleven great grandchildren, Jordan Drake, Daphne Parker, Kaycee Drake, Sarah Drake, Ashley Orr, Robert Orr, Jr., Trenton Drake, Dannyelle Drake, Kayla Robinson, Cody Robinson and Lydia Stahl Robinson. And numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Ezra was preceded in death by his parents, Bain and Bertha Drake, his son, Kevin E. Drake, his sister, Vena Mae Oldaker and a granddaughter, Tracy Dawn Orr.
Visitation will be held Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 5 - 8 PM at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be Friday, May 23, 2014 @ 10 AM at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Middleton officiating. Burial will follow at Grand Prairie Cemetery.

Jaclee Forster

MARION: Jaclee Forster, age 82, of Marion, Ohio formerly of Rochelle, IL, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at Marion General Hospital. She was born August 3, 1931 in Beaver Dam, WI, to the late Alton C. "Al" and Viola 'Vi" (Howard) Sutton.

On April 28, 1951 she married Lawrence "Bud" Forster, he preceded her in death December 30, 2007 after 56 years of marriage. Jaclee was a resident of Marion for 30 plus years and was employed at MCI as a unit secretary for 10 years.

She is survived by her four children, Bill (Mage) Forster of Marion, OH, Mary (Bob) Schoenthaler of Hinsdale, IL, Connie Long of Chaska, MN, Joe Forster of Marion, OH; five grandchildren, Robert Forster, Anne Forster-Smith, Rob Schoenthaler, Madeleine Schoenthaler, Melissa Long; two great grandchildren, Blake Smith and Sydney Smith; two brothers, Charles "Bud" (Carole) Sutton of Chana, IL, Tom (Mary) Sutton of Illiopolis, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The Boyd-Born Funeral Home is handling the arrangements for the family, burial will take place at a later date in Illinois.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Arthritis Foundation , 3740 Ridge Mill Dr., Hilliard, Ohio 43206 or to Marion Eye to Eye Low Vision Support Group, 2705 Marion Waldo Rd., Marion, Ohio 43302.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.boydbornfuneralhome.com

Donald R. Beery

Donald R. Beery age 64 of Marion, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at his residence. He was born April 6, 1949 in Marion, Ohio to the late Miller and Lola (Shirk) Beery.

On October 22, 2002 he married Sue A. (Huffman) Beery.

Donald was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving during Vietnam, he was employed for 30 years as a corrections officer at Marion Correctional Institute.

He is survivrd by his wife, Sue Beery of Marion, Oh., 4 step-children, 2 brothers, Roger (Jodie) Beery of Marion, Oh., Dale Beery of Altoona, Pa., 2 sisters, Marilyn VanDorn of Mansfield, Oh., Jane Price of Sevierville, Tn.

He was prceded in death by two brothers, Norman and Darrell Beery and one sister, Suzanne Postell.

A Memorial Services will be held Saturday, February 1, 2014 @ 11 AM at Fairpark Baptist Church with Rev. Kenneth Durtsche officiating.