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03/22/2026

Marcus M. Keim

Brinkhaven - Marcus M. Keim, infant son of Michael and Celest (Wengerd) Keim, passed away in his mother’s arms at Akron Children’s Hospital on March 21, 2026. He was born on February 24, 2026 with severe Nemaline Myopathy.

In addition to his parents, Marcus is survived by his grandparents, Johnny and Mattie (Miller) Keim of Brinkhaven, and William and Martha (Detweiler) Wengerd of Danville; great grandparents, Dan and Mary Miller of Fredericktown, and Abram and Katie Keim of Danville; Mrs. Eli Susie Wengerd of Fredericksburg, and Owen and Celesta Detweiler of Fredericktown; 10 cousins, uncles, and aunts.

He was preceded in death by his great grandfather, Eli S. Wengerd.

Pallbearers are Albert D. Miller, and Roy D. Miller.

Funeral services will be held at the Keim residence, 33796 TR136 Brinkhaven, at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 23. Burial will follow in the Weaver cemetery in Richland Township.

The family would like to say a special thank you to the community and friends for all of your support!

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03/16/2026

Lois McFarland Moore

MT. VERNON- Lois McFarland Moore, 92, died Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.

She was born April 22, 1933 in Laurel Co., KY to the late Alex & Zella Hopkins. She was an employee of the Mt. Vernon Developmental Center for 25 years. She also worked kettle corn & lemonade stands for Woolson's Concessions, where she made many friendships over the years.

Lois enjoyed bowling, and trips to the casino. She loved her family and was always there for anyone, although she could be feisty when she needed to be.

She is survived by her sons, John (Brenda) McFarland of London, KY, James McFarland of Lexington, KY, Jeff Moore of Mount Vernon, and Terry Moore of Danville; grandchildren, Todd (Andrea) McFarland, Leah (Chez) Marks, James McFarland Jr., Rosa Hicks, Casandra Snyder, Keyara (J.P) Murphy, Adam (Cori) Moore, and Emily (Austin) Priest; fourteen great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings.

A Celebration of Life will be planned for a later date. Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is handling arrangements. FischerFuneralHome.com

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03/13/2026

Rhonda J. Hanus

DANVILLE- Rhonda Jean (White) Hanus, 75, died Thursday, March 12, 2026 at her residence.

She was born June 11, 1950 in Mt. Vernon to the late Herbert P. and Jessie (Lauderbaugh) White. She was a 1968 graduate of East Knox High School, and an active member of the Ohio Order of Eastern Star Glenwood Chapter #303.

She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Fred Hanus of Danville, whom she married Aug. 16, 1975; three siblings, Gwen (Jim) Dugan of Bladensburg, Paul White of Canton, and Joretta White of Worthington; as well as several nieces & nephews.

Funeral services will be held 2:30 p.m. Monday, March 16, 2026 at Fischer Funeral Home in Danville, with Dave Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Workman Cemetery. Visitation is one hour prior to service time at the funeral home. FischerFuneralHome.com

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03/11/2026

Todd A. Miller

MT. VERNON- Todd Aaron Miller, 58, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at his residence.

He was born July 11, 1967 in Mt. Vernon to Robert D. and Bonnie L. (Shrimplin) Miller. He was a 1985 graduate of Mt. Vernon High School, and attended Marshall University.

Todd worked for several golf courses over the years. He was a utility/cameraman for ESPN, Fox Sports, and Apple TV, helping to broadcast many sporting events which included The Ohio State Buckeyes, Columbus Crew, and Columbus Blue Jackets. He also worked the NFL Hall of Fame Game in Canton for many years, including televising the Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony.

In his free time, he enjoyed golf, poker, and time spent with family. He was always the life of any party he was at, or started one himself. Todd was a vibe that will never be matched!

He is survived by his wife of nearly 30 years, Amy L. (Stuart) Miller of Mt. Vernon, whom he married June 18, 1996; his father, Robert D. (Marcia) Miller of Mt. Vernon; a sister, Rochelle (Jeff) Shackle of Butler; two brothers, Rocky (Marjorie) Miller of Groveport, and his twin Trent (Susan) Miller of Mount Vernon; his nieces and nephews, Robert (Jessica) Miller, Clint Miller, Kyle (Emily) Shackle, Karina (Chad) McDonald, Kory (Carly) Shackle, Nathan (Bailee) Miller, Natasha (Alex) Bush, Cara (Dusty) Daufeldt, Jeremy (Kathleen) Walsh, and Hannah (Malcolm) Parks; many great-nieces & great-nephews; and his sister-in-law, Cathy (Jerry) Walsh.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie Miller; his father-in-law & mother-in-law, Robert & Jan Stuart; and his faithful companion, Daisey.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2026 at Fischer Funeral Home in Danville, with Chaplain Lora Coykendall officiating. Burial will follow in Workman Cemetery. Visitation is Sunday, March 15th from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Causal attire is not only requested, but Todd would have appreciated it! FischerFuneralHome.com

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02/21/2026

Lois F. Blanchard

WOOSTER- Lois Faye (Strouse) Blanchard, 95, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026 at Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare in Wooster.

She was born July 23, 1930 in Holmes Co. to the late Robert W. and Twila Beatrice (Matheny) Strouse. She married her husband of 75 years, William P. Blanchard on Oct. 23, 1948, who preceded her in death April 13, 2024.

After her children left home, Lois went back to school and completed her LPN degree. She then worked as a nurse at the Ohio Eastern Star Home. She was a member of Mt. Vernon Central Christian Church.

Lois enjoyed playing the piano, gardening, and spending time with her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She especially enjoyed attending family reunions.

She is survived by her children, Ken (Cynthia) Blanchard of Apple Creek, Carol Blanchard of Deep River, CT, and Becky (Mike) McAuley of Holiday, FL; six grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Duane Strouse, Peggy Jones, Jerry Strouse, and Tom Strouse.

Private family funeral services will take place at Union Grove Church of Christ, with Pastor Randy Mumaw officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is handling arrangements. FischerFuneralHome.com

Memorial donations are suggested to the Union Grove Church of Christ, 2136 TR 2 Killbuck, OH 44637.

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02/17/2026

Shirley (Baldridge) Slone

Mount Vernon - Shirley Jean (Baldridge) Slone, age 74, passed away peacefully at home with her family on February 16, 2026.

She was born June 12, 1951. She was the daughter of Claude Clayton and Ida (Forest) Baldridge, who both preceded her in death along with her sisters, Elsie and Norma, and brothers, Harlan, Junior, Marvin, Duke, and Tony.

She was married to Danny Slone, who survives, as well as her children, Mindi, Sherrie, Jeremy, and James, and her grandchildren; and sisters, Hazel Coleman of McAllen, TX, Sharon (Wayne) Eikleberry of Nashville, TN, and Kathy (George) Williams of McAllen, TX.

Shirley loved Danny so much. She also loved the Lord, and had God’s wisdom. She loved her flowers, whether she was working in a flower bed, or she just received them from someone. She enjoyed collecting pretties and antiquing, and she couldn’t get enough time with her kids and grandkids. She would go to great lengths just to spend time with them. They were her heart. and she loved her sisters and brothers. They held a special place with her. She loved to laugh and have fun. She had a love for life!

Following Shirley's request, there will be no services held.

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02/16/2026

Harvey H. Hershberger

HOWARD- Minister Harvey H. Hershberger, 59, of 7760 McLarnan Rd., died Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026 after a stroke.

He was born May 9, 1966 to the late Harvey L. and Iva W. (Miller) Hershberger. He married Anna D. Yoder on Dec. 1, 1987, who survives. He is a member of the Old Order Amish Church.

Additional surviving family includes three children, Benjamin (Verna) Hershberger of Howard, Henry (Rachel) Hershberger of Howard, and Rachel (Jacob) Miller of Utica; and fourteen grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Harvey was preceded in death by a son, Daniel Hershberger.

Funeral services will be held 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, Deb. 18, 2026 at the residence, with Bishop Andy H. Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Hershberger Cemetery on Lepley Rd. Friends may call at the home any time. Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is assisting the family. FischerFuneralHome.com

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02/10/2026

Lawrence "Larry" Gardner

MANSFIELD- Lawrence Michael “Larry” Gardner, 77, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2026 at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital.

He was born Oct. 23, 1948 in Mt. Vernon to the late Thomas and Dorothy (Nommay) Gardner. He lived and worked in Murfreesboro, TN for 25 years, and was an employee of Flxible in Loudonville for 28 years. He enjoyed playing card games with friends and other electronic games.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 34 years, Jessi (Butler) Gardner of Mansfield, whom he married April 28, 1992; a sister, Mimi (Bill) Durbin; brother, Joe (Charlotte) Gardner; many nieces and nephews; a sister-in-law, Janet Gardner; and his good friend, Jim See.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Gardner; and two sisters, Judy (Jim) Colopy, and Jean Gardner.

A graveside service will take place 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 at St. Luke Cemetery in Danville. Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is handling arrangements.

Memorial donations may be to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, StJude.org

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02/09/2026

Please note the funeral service time change. The service is now scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10th

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02/06/2026

Mary Jo Kohl

Danville – Mary Jo Elizabeth Kohl, a loving wife, mother, and lifelong farmer, passed away at home on February 3, 2026 at the age of 79.

Mary Jo was born in Williamsport, PA on October 19, 1946. She was the daughter of William “Bill” T. and Joan A. (Rezeski) Pennella. On April 30, 1988, she was married to Peter Kohl. She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her daughter, Anita Lynn Walton; her sister, Jean Werner of Dillsburg, PA; and her brother, Angelo Pennella of Harrisburg, PA.

Surviving is her husband, Peter; daughter, Tina Marie Wagner of Loudonville; grandchildren, Daniel Walton, Amanda Schantle, and Jimmy and Christopher Wagner; 5 great grandchildren; and her sister, Christine Fry of Montoursville, PA.

Mary Jo was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church, where a funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 10, with Rev. Howard Clevenger officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Memorial donations can be made to the church, 20191 Wooster Rd. Danville, OH 43014.

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01/26/2026

Naomi Slabaugh

GAMBIER- Naomi J. (Hershberger) Slabaugh, 82, of 22809 Deal Rd., died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026 at her residence.

She was born Dec. 13, 1943 in Wayne Co. to the late Joe E. and Malinda (Yoder) Hershberger. She married Jacob E. Slabaugh on Oct. 12, 1965, who preceded her in death May 5, 2012. She had made her home in Gambier for the past 35 years, and was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.

Surviving are ten children; Malinda (Eli Jr.) Hershberger of Long Prairie, MN, Emanuel J. (Delila) Slabaugh of Plains, MT, Anna (Menno) Hershberger of Walhonding, Joseph J. (Margeret) Slabaugh of St. Louisville, Mary (Enos) Swartzentruber of Long Prairie, MN, Eli J. (Leah) Slabaugh of North Carolina, Rebecca (Andy) Hershberger of Howard, Chris J. (Elisha) Slabaugh of Gambier, Sammie (Annie) Slabaugh of Alexandria, and Jacob Jr. (Mary) Slabaugh of Gambier; sixty-four grandchildren; thirty-two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Enos Hershberger of Mt. Hope, Eli Hershberger of Middlebourne, and Mose Hershberger of Michigan; three sisters, Rebecca J. Hershberger of Mt. Hope, Lydiann Miller of Polk, and Cevilla Hershberger of Harmony, MN.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Menno, Sammie, Daniel, and David Hershberger; two daughters, Lydiann, and a stillborn daughter; and two grandsons.

Funeral services will be held at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 at the residence, 22809 Deal Rd. Gambier, OH 43022, with Bishop Peter H. Hershberger officiating. Burial will follow in Slabaugh Cemetery at the residence. Friends may call at the home anytime. Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is assisting the family. FischerFuneralHome.com

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01/21/2026

Gene A. Watts II

HOWARD- Gene Autry “Buddy” Watts II, 66, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Knox Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon.

Buddy was born June 8, 1959 in Cleveland to Gene Autry Watts Sr. and Wanda (Pack) Watts. He grew up in Wayne, West Virginia, and Cleveland, and later relocated to Danville.

Buddy was known for his kind heart and great sense of humor. He had a deep love for his family and his loyal canine companion, “Tigger”. He also enjoyed watching classic westerns, especially films starring John Wayne, which reflected his appreciation for grit, loyalty, and straightforward values. Those who knew him will remember his strong work ethic and his favorite saying, “Life is good—get ’er done, Johnny Reb.”

Buddy is survived by his mother, Wanda Kuhel; siblings Patricia (Steve) Ferenbaugh, Shirley (Bill) Kennedy, Orville (Cindy) Watts, and Tami Endsley; step-siblings, Laurie Banbury and Gary Kuhel; children Cassi Watts, Hannah (Curtis) Chester, and Nathan Fox; grandchildren, Gavyn Leply, Ethan Ryan Fox, and Tegan Chester; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his son, Gene Autry “Bucky” Watts III; his stepfather, Ernie Kuhel; and his father, Gene Autry Watts Sr.

A celebration of life will be held at a later time. Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is assisting his family. FischerFuneralHome.com

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