Recent Obituaries

Grace Idella Neal, age 90 of Mount Gilead, died Monday, January 30, 2012 at the Woodside Village Care Center. She was born on March 24, 1921 in Richland Township to the late Harry and Emma (Loyer) Witzel.

Grace was a 1939 graduate of Cardington-Lincoln High school. She worked for many years at North Electric.

On December 31, 1940 she married Charles Robert Neal and he preceded her in death on July 13, 2001.

Grace is survived by her nephew Jim (Joy) Fisher of Cardington; a sister, Lucela Klingel of Waldo and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Grace was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence Witzel and a sister, Esther Klingel.

Friends may call on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Gompf Funeral Home in Cardington where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 11:00 AM. The burial will follow in the Rivercliff Cemetery.

To express a condolence to the Neal family please visit the Gompf Funeral Service website at www.gompffh.com

Cody P. McFarland, age 20, of Fulton died Sunday morning January 29, 2012 as a result of injuries he suffered in an automobile accident on Jan. 21, 2012. He was born Sept. 1, 1991 in Mount Gilead to Lori (Conant) Whitehead.

Cody was a 2011 graduate of the Ohio State School for the Blind in Columbus. There, he was involved in Track, Swimming, Goal ball, and Wrestling. In his free time, Cody loved playing music; his favorite instruments were guitar and drums.

Cody is survived by his parents; Lori and Maxton Whitehead of Fulton; siblings, Caleb and Cameron Conant and Malorie Whitehead all of Fulton; grandparents, Patricia Conant of Cardington and Donald Conant of Cardington; aunts, Holly Conant of Canal Winchester and Kimberly (Aaron) Grayson of Galion; great-aunts, Connie Bradley of Centerburg and Pauline Evans of Land-O-Lakes, FL.; and cousins, Sandy (Steven) Smith, Rebecca Smith and Trevor Smith.

Friends may call on Friday, February 3, 2012 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Gompf Funeral Home in Cardington where the funeral service will be held, Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 11:00 AM. The burial will follow in the Fulton Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Cody’s memory to the Ohio State School for the Blind’s Musical Department.

To share a memory or send a condolence to Cody’s family please visit www.gompffh.com

A. Frank Clever, age 92 died Wednesday morning January 25, 2012 at Willowbrook Village Delaware.

He was born on June 21, 1919 in Mansfield to the late Leland and Ella (Fisher) Clever. After graduating from The Ohio State University with a Bachelors degree in Agronomy, he began a lifelong passion for farming and seed development. He was engaged in farming in Richland County before moving to the Croton area in 1950.  Frank served as Treasurer and was on the Board of the Ohio Foundation Seed Company, a producer of hybrid seed corn since 1930. He was a member of the Croton United Methodist Church and the church council. Always civic mined he also served on the boards of the North Ridge School System, Agrarian Club, and Ohio Seed Improvement Board. In 2000 he was selected to the Licking County Farmer Hall of Fame.  In addition to farming, photography was a passion. He enjoyed printing and developing 1000’s of photographs, as well as gardening, collecting coins, toy farm equipment, arrowheads and antique tools. He loved traveling abroad with his wife and was happiest planting or picking corn. He lived to farm and recently helped with the 2011 harvest and de-tasseling of corn.  Honest and trustworthy, he believed in “ Giving the customer what they paid for”. Never uttering a cuss word, you knew he had reached his limit when “confoundant” was used as a substitute. Quiet in nature, he was a detailed person. At times stubborn, he was hardworking, not one to be out worked. With big hands, he was also quiet and enjoyed a fantastic memory.

He is survived by children: Dr. Art (Lynn) Clever of Coal Valley, IL., Dianne (Harve) Reese of Johnstown, Jim (Carol) Clever of Croton; step-children: Gary (Sharon) Glenn of Ashland, Nancy (Tim) Decker of Bellefontaine; 11 grandchildren: Shelley Watt, Sheri (Earl) Burke, David (Carrie) Reese, Scott (Angie) Reese, Jon (Shirley) Clever, Tim Clever DVM, Laura Clever (friend Sean Hayes), Melissa (Kyle) Mattes, Amy, Andrew (Kari), John (Emily) Clever, 2 Step-grandchildren: Amy (Brian) Weir, Nathan Decker (fiancée Samantha) 14 great grandchildren, 1 Step-great-grandson, and sister: Frances Kuhn of Shelby.

Preceded in death by his first wife of 62 years: F. Jean (Cossum) in 2004 and second wife Lillian Marie Glenn in 2009.

Friends may call Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at the DeVore-Snyder funeral Home, SR 3 at 61, Sunbury. Funeral services will be held Monday 11 a.m. at the Croton United Methodist Church, 75 N. High St. in Croton with Pastor Eva M. Wolfe officiating. Burial will follow in the Hartford Cemetery, Croton.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Croton United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 127, Croton, OH 43013 or Hospice of Central Ohio, P.O. 430, Newark, OH 43050.  Condolences may be expressed at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

Robert E. “Bob” Fissell, a.k.a. “Trapper”, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 24, 2012, doing what he loved to do, checking his beaver traps at the former Boy Scout Camp in Mount Gilead. He was 65 years young.
       
On October 28, 1946, Bob was born in Marion General Hospital, the eldest of three boys of the late Grover and Iola (Heth) Fissell.  He graduated from Mount Gilead High School in the Class of 1964.
       
Shortly after graduating, Bob was drafted into the U.S. Army, doing his duty and serving stateside as a cook and baker during the Vietnam War.  A few days before entering the military, Bob married the love of his life, Shirley Richards, on October 8, 1966, in the Bryn Zion Baptist Church.  Together they cherished every moment of their 45 years of marriage.  After working at several other places, Bob found his niche, with the U.S. Postal Service in Mount Gilead in 1969.  He served in several capabilities until he became a mail carrier, which was more of a calling for Bob than a job.  He loved being of service to the people for 30 years.  After retiring with the USPS, he most recently worked part time with the Village of Edison Street Department.  A man of the deepest faith, Bob was an active, devoted and faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Mount Gilead, where he served in countless capabilities. Not only serving the Lord, Bob also was a faithful servant to his fellow man.  He was of service to the Lion’s Club, the Headwaters Outdoor Education Center, and the Morrow County Conservation Club.  He was a 4-H advisor, a hunter and trapper education instructor, a member of the Ohio State Trappers Association, to name just a few of the ways Bob served his community.   With a love for the outdoors, Bob enjoyed anything that involved spending time with nature.  He especially loved trapping and hunting.  A genuinely caring man, Bob will forever be remembered as a man of dignity and integrity.
       
He will be dearly missed by his wife, Shirley Fissell of Mount Gilead; two brothers: Keith (Deb) Fissell of Mount Gilead, and Willard (Pari) Fissell of Mansfield; his mother-in-law, Vernie Richards of Mount Gilead; and numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins.
       
The Fissell family will greet friends from 2 - 6 p.m. on Sunday, January 29, 2012, at the Snyder Funeral Home, Craven Chapel, 67 N. Main St., Mount Gilead. Services honoring his life and homecoming will be held on Monday at 1:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 51 W. High St., Mount Gilead, with Pastors Josh and Kelly Melvin officiating. Burial with military honors provided by the V.F.W. Post 8054 and AmVets Post 87 will follow in Bryn Zion Cemetery.
       
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, Headwaters Outdoor Education Center, c/o Morrow County Soil and Water Offices, and to Hospice of Morrow County, and they may be sent to the care of the funeral home.  Snyder Funeral Homes of Mount Gilead is honored to have been chosen to serve Bob’s family.  Please visit www.snyderfuneralhomes.com to express your condolences and read his full life story.

Floyd A. O’Quin, age 83 of the Sparta area, died Tuesday morning January 24, 2012 at Morrow County Hospital in Mount Gilead.

He was born on October 5, 1928 in Bee Virginia to the late Henry P. and Alta J (Deel) O’Quin. He was a retired press operator for the Stahl Company in Cardington and had worked at the Galena Brick Yard. He was a US Army Veteran during the Korean Conflict.  Floyd was a member of the American Legion Post #710.

Floyd built his present home from a kit, Miles Homes, and enjoyed woodworking making stilts, chairs, shelves, trash cans and picture frames. Floyd was an outdoorsman enjoying fishing for salmon and catfish, hunting all types of game, deer, rabbits, etc. He enjoyed playing horseshoes, corn hole, teaching children to box, night crawler hunting, shooting slingshots and hunting mushrooms. Floyd was an avid fan of going to Highland High School sporting events watching his children play. He enjoyed telling stories and jokes and was a good listener. Floyd always greeted you with a big “Hello there” and showed great love and patience with little children. Floyd was very sensitive to being poked in the ribs and if you woke him up you had better do it from the floor or you would end up on the floor.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years: Lily (Tiller) O’Quin and they were married August 11, 1952 in Grundy, Va., daughter: Karen (Mark Stack) O’Quin of Buffalo, NY;  sons: Louie (Andrea S.) of Phoenix, Az., Michael (Andrea L.) of Mount Gilead, Patrick (Kelly) of Cardington, Kenneth (Jeanette) of Williamsport; grandchildren: Christopher (Jamie), Karen Elizabeth, Stuart, Cassandra, Kathleen, Kevin,  Brittany, Lindsey, Keith, Megan, Emily, Hayden; great grandchildren: Hannah, Garrett; sister: Chloe (Bill) Tiller of Centerburg.

Preceded in death by daughter: Brenda O’Quin; brothers: Burton, Jessie, Ola; sisters: Vernie O’Quin, Virgie Farmer, Minnie Powers, Ruby Owens, Ona Owens, Bessie Daniels.

Friends may call Friday from 4-7 p.m. at the DeVore-Snyder Funeral Home, SR 3 at 61, Sunbury where services will be held Saturday 10 a.m. with Pastor Gail Angel officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in the Bloomfield Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Morrow County Alzheimer’s Association. Condolences may be expressed at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com.

Evelyn R. Robinson, age 83, died peacefully early Tuesday morning, January 24, 2012, surrounded by her loving family, at her son's residence.

Evelyn was born in Baltimore, Maryland, on September 10, 1928, one of five children of the late George and Helen (Knorr) Rittler. She grew up in Baltimore, and attended school there. Going to work in her early teens, she worked as a phone operator, often connecting calls related to wartime events at the onset of WWII.

She met her husband, James P. Robinson, during WWII when he served in the North Atlantic with the U S Coast Guard aboard the USS Eastwind. They met the first time on a blind date along with her sister Kathy and another sailor, when Jim's ship had returned to port near Baltimore. Continuing their wartime courtship, Evelyn would often travel by train to Boston or Philadelphia when the Eastwind returned to East Coast ports. They married in Baltimore on May 22, 1945 briefly remaining there, but soon returning to Jim's childhood home in Perry County, Ohio, and raising their two children. They moved their family to Mt. Gilead in 1961 to be close to Jim's work.

Together, Evelyn and Jim enjoyed day trips, often hopping in the car and going to "wherever they ended up". They also enjoyed bowling and playing cards. Evelyn was an avid walker, regularly walking around Mt. Gilead, meeting and chatting with people on her way, long before walking became a trend.  Growing up near the Chesapeake Bay left Evelyn with a lifelong affinity for water. She enjoyed ocean beaches when she could and often vocalized her fascination with the Chesapeake Bay Bridge connecting Maryland's shorelines. She especially enjoyed lighthouses and collected miniatures, photos, and paintings of them.
Evelyn was a loving homemaker, wife, and mother, always there to provide warmth and comfort. Having a good sense of humor, Evelyn often would catch a person off guard with her wit and gentle sarcasm. She focused on the simple pleasures of life....her family and friends.  She was extremely proud of her two children and loved visiting and "keeping tabs on her granddaughter and two great granddaughters".

She will be dearly missed by her two children: Steven (Nancy and daughter Monique) Robinson of Mt. Gilead, and Patricia (John) Stires of Queenstown, Maryland; one granddaughter: Heather (John) Norfolk of Chestertown, Maryland; two precious great-granddaughters: Mallory and Allison Norfolk; a brother, James (Mary) Rittler of Baltimore, Maryland; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She had an enduring and loving relationship with her husband's sisters: Elsie Robinson, Margie Auker, and Louise (Warren) Cook of New Lexington, Ohio.

Including her husband Jim of over 57 years and her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by three siblings: Richard (Sarah) Rittler, Dianne Edgar, and Kathy DePue.

The Robinson family will greet friends from Noon - 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 28, 2012, at the Snyder Funeral Home, Craven Chapel, 67 N. Main St., Mount Gilead. Services honoring her life will follow at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John Moffett officiating. Burial will take place at a later date beside her husband in Maplewood Cemetery in New Lexington.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of your choice, and the American Heart and American Lung Associations, and they may be sent to the care of Snyder Funeral Home.  Snyder Funeral Homes is honored to have been chosen to serve Evelyn's family and your condolences may be expressed to them by visiting www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

Steffaney Kay Edwards, age 42 of Caledonia, passed away on Tuesday evening January 24th after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Marion on December 8, 2012 as was the daughter of Charles & the late Lois J. (Hunt) Lambert. Mr. Lamert survives her in Upper Sandusky. Steffaney is survived by her four children Joseph & Jordan Edwards of Marion, Jessica Gwinner and Kayla Staup of Marion. There are four grandchildren. She also leaves behind her brother Ernest Gwinner and her sisters Annie Bell Lambert of Marion and Christina Creamer of Mansfield. Graveside services for Steffaney will be held on Friday January 27th in Caledonia Cemeteryat 2:00 P. M. Calling Hours will not be observed. At the request of the family Memorial Contributions in Steffaney's memory may be made to the Timson Allen & Melroy Funeral Home, P. O. Box 81 Caledonia, OH 43314 to help defray her funeral

James M. Young, age 91, longtime resident of Marengo passed away Thursday, January 19, 2012 at Bennington Glen Care Center in Marengo.

He was born on September 18, 1920 in Clendenin, W. V. to the late Philip and Virginia (Hayes) Young. A graduate of Marengo High School in 1938 and it was there where he met his childhood sweetheart; Martha Carsner. Soon after graduation, Martha became his beloved wife and companion of 71 years. After they were married Jim was called to duty and served in the US Army Air Corp during WW II. Following the war together they raised their family, built a home, business, and experienced the joys and trials of life as members of the Greatest Generation.  He owned and operated James Young Trucking until his son purchased the business, after which he continued to drive and fully retired at the age of 85. He logged endless miles and hauled countless loads for his loyal customers who more importantly were his friends.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife: Martha, son: Jim R. (Vickie) Young of Marengo, daughter: Marsha (Jerry) White of Westerville, grandchildren: Brad Young, Tracy (Jennifer) White, Jennifer (Ben) Catlett, Jill (Matt) Hunter, 11 great-grandchildren, and brother Noel Young of Marengo.

He was preceded in death by a sister and 5 brothers.

Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Thursday at the DeVore-Snyder Funeral Home, SR’s 3 at 61, Sunbury, where services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday. Burial will follow in Marengo Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Morrow County, 228 South St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio 43338.  Condolences may be expressed at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

Violet L. Stafford, age 95 of Caledonia , passed away Saturday evening January 21st at home. She was born May 1, 1916 in Marion County as the daughter of the late Charles G. and Minnie M. (Klingel) Kaelber. On November 29th, 1934 she married Mahla Stafford and they made a home together for 71 years until his death in 2006. Violet was a 1934 graduate of Caledonia High School where she was know for her skill on the Basketball Court and at the violin. She was a faithful member of the Caledonia Memorial United Methodist Church, a 60 member of Vera Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Deborah Rebecca Lodge in Caledonia. Violet & Mahla were longtime members of the Birthday/Breakfast club of the church. Violet was employed as Clerk at the Caledonia Post Office for many years. But above all else she loved everyone of her children and grandchildren individually. She leaves behind her two sons and their wives; Richard & Shirley Stafford of Caledonia, Robert & Helen Stafford of Maquon, WI. Her five grandchildren; Ronda & John Baker of Marion, Randy & Dixie Stafford of Edison, Robin & Jim Ewing of Edison, Sheri & Phil Hughes of Cedarburg, WI and Suanne & Thor Gould of Newport Ritchie, FL. Thirteen great grandchildren and eleven great, great grandchildren. Violet was preceded in death by her only brother Wilford Kaelber.

Funeral Services for Violet will be held at 10:30 A. M. Thursday, January 26th, 2012 in the Caledonia Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. O. French Ball & Pastor Tom Orr officiating. Interment will follow in Caledonia Cemetery. Friends may call at Timson Allen & Melroy Funeral Home on Wednesday 2:00 - 4::00 and 6:00 until 8:00. Eastern Star Services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday at 8:00. Memorial contributions may be made to the Memorial United Methodist or the charity of the donor’s choice. On line condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timsonallenmelroy.com

Brenda Lynette Augenstein-Dye, age 56 of Marion joined the angels in heaven on January 22, 2012 surrounded by her family. She was born on September 16, 1955 in Delaware, Ohio to Paul ‘Keith’ Augenstein who survives in Cardington and the late Marilee (Johnston) Augenstein, taken too soon from her family on June 8, 1991.

Brenda graduated from Northmor High School in 1973 and went on to receive her Associate of Business Degree from Marion Technical College in 1985. Over the years she put her degree to use working as a bank teller for Peoples Bank, Farm Credit Service for 10 years, Addeco office supervisor for 15 years, and most recently was the office manager for Gompf Funeral Service. She was a member of the Cornerstone Alliance Church in Marion. If you looked up ‘community leader’ in the dictionary, Brenda’s picture should be there! She has been past president of the River Valley Music Boosters, Odds and Ends 4-H advisor, Marion and Morrow County Farm Bureau and Business and Professional Women’s Member, Co-Director of Morrow County Jr. Miss program, Army Family Readiness Coordinator, Buckeye Girls State Advisor, Reading Buddy for the Ohio Reads Program, Morrow County Relay for Life supporter, ‘pageant mom’, supporter of the Marion Popcorn Festival programs, and had been active in the Morrow County Republican Women. Family was very important to Brenda, always insisting that we needed a family dinner or get together, and was a cheerleader at life’s events. She was very involved in her children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and friend’s lives, rarely missing things they were involved in. She was an avid Longaberger Basket lover and consultant to help others feed their basket needs. Needless to say, Brenda will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and community.

Brenda is survived by her father; Paul ‘Keith’ Augenstien of Cardington, her husband; Clovis L. Dye Sr. of Marion who she married on May 31, 1987, three children; Christopher L. Conant (Leigh Stoup-Stewart and her children; Isaac and Nora) of Delaware, Clovis L. Dye Jr., and Angelica ‘Angel’ L. Dye both of Marion, two grandchildren; Bryana N. Conant of Caledonia and Camden M. Conant of Westminster, Maryland, her Siblings; Robyn (Bob) Stiffler of Marengo, LeAnne (Gene) Gompf of Cardington, Don (Patti) Augenstein of Newport, North Carolina, Marna (Rick) Cloutier of Wilsonville, Alabama, and Lorena McAvoy of Mt. Gilead, former husband Elton (Cheryl) Conant of Jacksonville, Florida, 19 nieces and nephews, 10 great nieces and nephews, and numerous close friends.

In addition to her mother Brenda was also preceded in death by her brother, Merritt Eugene Augenstein.

Friends may call on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at Gompf Funeral Home in Cardington from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 5:00 to 8:00 PM. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at the Cornerstone Alliance Church, 2010 Marion-Marysville Rd, Marion, Ohio 43302 at 1:30 PM. Pastor Timothy Miller will officiate and the burial will follow in Waldo Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family asks you to consider making a memorial contribution to the River Valley Music Boosters in C/O River Valley Education Foundation attn: Cathie Rhoades P.O Box 2581, Marion, Ohio 43302 or Hospice of Morrow County.

To share a memory of Brenda or to express a condolence with the Dye family please visit www.gompffh.com

Lydia R. King, age 50 of Galion and formerly of Columbus passed away Friday, January 20, 2012 at Med Central Hospital in Mansfield following a short illness.
She was born on January 25, 1961 to late Preston Matthews and Doris Styer. Open hearted, she was everyone’s friend. Always the jokester she enjoyed poking fun at others including herself. A lover of nature, especially flowers, she was happiest planting things and watching them grow. She treasured time at home surrounded by her grandchildren.
Lydia is survived by daughter Krystal King, fiancé David Choulat of Apple Valley, son Allen (Teresa) Tullos of Melbourne, FL, grandchildren: Cassie, Charlie, Cali, Collin, Matthew, Clara, brother Charlie, sisters: April, Alice, Robin, Roxanne, and Elma.

Memorial services celebrating the life of Lydia King will be held 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the Mt. Vernon Baptist Temple with Pastor Bill Fennell officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to the DeVore-Snyder Funeral Home in Sunbury.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to her daughter to assist with final expenses.

Condolences may be expressed at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

General J. Spaulding Sr., age 77, of County Road 25, Marengo died Friday afternoon January 20, 2012 at his home. He was born Oct. 7, 1934 in Wilsondale, W. Va. to the late Lealon and Lula ( Brewer ) Spaulding.

General was a 1954 graduate of Crum High School in Crum, W. Va. He proudly worked at the Simmons Mattress Factory in Columbus for 39 years. He would like everyone to know that he was a “Born again Christian.”

Survivors include his two children: General J. Spaulding Jr. and Kay and Don Meola, both of Marengo: grandkids, Matthew and Brandon Galloway; siblings, Surrilda Rains of W. Va., Rebecca Dodge of Columbus, Homer Spaulding of Cardington, and Billy Spaulding of Wilsondale, W. Va.

In addition to his parents, General was preceded in death by his siblings, William R., Howard, Mose, and Addison Spaulding, Tavie Harris, and Lillian Brewer.

Friends may call Monday January 23, 2012 at the Gompf Funeral Home in Cardington from 4:00 until 7:00 PM. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM at the funeral home with burial following in Fulton Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in care of the Gompf Funeral Home.

If you would like to share a memory or send a condolence to the Spaulding family you may do so by visiting www.gompffh.com

Virginia Ann "Ginny" (Saylor) Wolford, age 52, of Mount Gilead, died peacefully on Thursday, January 19, 2012, at the Riverside Methodist Hospital following a brief illness.
Snyder Funeral Homes of Mount Gilead is honored to have been chosen to serve Ginny's family and will announce arrangements.

Carl T. Mooney “Butch”, age 67 of Edison and formerly of Lexington, died Tuesday morning, January 17, 2012 at the Morrow County Hospital. He was born on August 12, 1944 in Ashland, Kentucky to the late Clyde Raymond and Geraldine Virginia (Lambert) Mooney.

Carl was a 1964 graduate of Ironton High School. He worked for the street department in Lexington, Ohio for 20 years.

Carl married his wife, Gretchen Lee (Wetzel) Mooney, 18 years ago in Las Vegas, Nevada.

In addition to his wife, Carl is survived by 3 children: Matt (Jodi) Mooney of Mansfield, Jeremy Mooney and his Fiancé Meredith Howe of Scottsdale, AZ and Laura (Anthony Subia) Lee of Phoenix, AZ; 1 sister, Paula Cordle of Kentucky; and 2 grandchildren: Brooke Mooney and Montana Lee.

Friends may call at Gompf Funeral Home in Cardington on Thursday, January 19, 2012 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM where the funeral service will be held on Friday, January 20, 2012 at 11:00 AM. Pastor Laura White will officiate and the burial will follow in Glendale-Union Cemetery.

To share a memory of Carl or to express a condolence to the Mooney family, you may visit the Gompf Funeral Service website at www.gompffh.com

Patricia Jenkins Bracken, age 86 of Cardington, died Monday morning, January 16, 2012 at the Woodside Village Care Center. She was born on November 23, 1925 in Richland Township, Marion County to the late Clark Leroy and Dott Mae (Dennis) Kreis, being the youngest of the 5 Kreis sisters.

In 1941 Pat married the late Wayne Jenkins, and they were married for 35 years. Pat and her husband Wayne, interested in local history and antiques, bought and restored the oldest brick dwelling in Cardington in 1959. The house dated back to 1853. They named the house PATWAY and she resided there until her death.

In 1980 Pat married her second husband the late Robert Bracken and they were married
for 16 years.

Pat served on the Cardington Village Council and after the tornado of 1981 was the chairperson of the Tree Restoration Committee. She served on the Cardington Board of Public Affairs, was a member of the Morrow County Historical Society and was a lifetime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Cardington. Pat loved to travel, her most memorable trips were to California for a Rose Bowl game, Hawaii, Alaska, and Europe.

Pat worked at the Morrow County Hospital for 15 years in the business and registration offices where she retired from. A year later she returned back to work at the Morrow County Hospital again. Her final retirement was in 2006 at the age of 80. After her retirement she enjoyed drinking coffee and having lunch with her friends at Suz E Q’s. Pat will be remembered for her fun, loving, and upbeat personality.

Pat is survived by 3 children: David (Janet) Jenkins of Tuscarawas, Sandra (Bill) Spires of Marion, and Susan (Gus) Peyton of Cardington; 7 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and late husbands, Pat was preceded in death by 4 sisters: Esther Haycook, Martha Kinsell, Marjorie Brown, and Phyllis Haycook.

Friends may call at Gompf Funeral Service on Friday, January 20, 2012 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 10:00 AM. Pastor Steven Dennis and Pastor Patrick Kelley will officiate and the burial will follow in Glendale-Union Cemetery.

Those wishing to make a memorial contribution are asked to consider the Cardington Volunteer Fire Department or the St. Paul Lutheran Church of Cardington.

To share a memory of Pat or to express a condolence to the Jenkins Bracken family please visit the Gompf Funeral Service website at www.gompffh.com

Ora Wright of Fredericktown, passed away Monday, January 16, 2012 at home surrounded by her family.

She was born on January 24th in Lenore, WV to the late James and Florence (Hatcher) Rose. A lifelong devoted wife, mother, and grandmother; she was a member of the Centerburg Church of God.

Always spunky and strong willed, she was the matriarch of her beloved family. She enjoyed nature, being outdoors and tending to her beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. She collected butterflies; humming birds, as well as leaves, fall was her favorite time of year. At times ornery, she was forever caring and nurturing in her daily life. To her there was no place like home. She will be remembered for her love of family, whom she cherished.

She was preceded by her adored husband of almost 46 years: Lee Wright Jr. who died November 9, 2005 as well as 7 brothers and sisters.

Survived by daughters: Atheline (Albert) Fields of Fredericktown, and Aileen (Lester) Fields of Marengo, Granddaughters: Crystal (John) Dabe, Ora LaDonna (Jacob Hinkle), and Robin (Eddie) Lassiter, Great-Grandchildren: Cody, Marissa, Isabelle, Jaxon, special companion Wayne Moore, Sisters: Mildred Simpkins of Jackson, Georgia Brewer of Kermit, WV, special niece: Garnet Rigsby, other nieces, nephews, caretaker Mae West, and dedicated Pastor Jonathan Mitchell.

The family will greet friends on Thursday from 5 – 7 p.m. at the DeVore-Snyder Funeral Home, SR 3 at SR 61, Sunbury, where funeral services will be held Friday at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Jonathon Mitchell officiating. Burial will follow at Marengo Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, Ohio Buckeye Chapter, 651G Lakeview Plaza Blvd., Worthington, OH 43085.

Condolences may be expressed at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

Daniel M. “Dan” Goodrich, age 58, of Columbus, died unexpectedly on Monday, January 9, 2012, at his residence following a brief illness.

On February 1, 1953, Dan was born in Morrow County, Ohio, one of three sons of the late Foye “Allen” and Frances (Woodruff) Goodrich. He graduated from Mount Gilead High School in the Class of 1971 and later graduated from The Ohio State University majoring in Forestry.

Having a strong work ethic, Dan dedicated himself to his job at the Automotive Distributors Warehouse in Columbus for over twenty three years.  A man of the deepest faith, Dan was devoted to the word of the Bible and was a member of the Heritage Bible Church in Columbus.  Whenever Dan would visit home, he loved playing board and card games with his mother and his cousin, Irene Gould. He was also an avid collector of many things.

Dan will be missed by his brother, Allen E. Goodrich of Rio Rancho, NM; an aunt, Marjorie Goodrich of Crestline, Ohio; former sister-in-law, Lorraine Goodrich Gifford of Beech Island, SC; two nephews: Troy Goodrich and Steven Goodrich; three nieces: Barbara Johnson, Bobbi Small, and Betsy Eno; and numerous other cousins and family.

Including his parents, Dan was preceded in death by his brother, John Goodrich; a sister, Shirley Goodrich; his sister-in-law, Helen Goodrich; and several aunts and uncles.

The Goodrich family will greet friends from 5 – 7 p.m. on Monday, January 16, 2012, at the Snyder Funeral Home, Craven Chapel, 67 N. Main St., Mount Gilead. Services honoring his life will be held there at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, with Pastor Ted Alspach officiating. Burial will follow in Iberia Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Heritage Bible Church, 1161 West 3rd Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43212, or American Heart Association, 5455 N. High St., P. O. Box 163549, Columbus, Ohio 43216.
Snyder Funeral Homes of Mount Gilead is honored to have been chosen to serve Dan’s family. Condolences may be left online to his family at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

Lori Ann McClung, age 53, of Cardington, Ohio lost her courageous battle with cancer on Monday, January 9, 2012, at the Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio. Lori was born February 28, 1958 in Oconto, Wisconsin to Duane and Mary Ann (Ferris) Lebreck.

Lori married her loving husband, John F. McClung nn May 13, 1978 in Columbus, Ohio.

Lori was a homemaker, devoted and loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed arts and crafts and playing cards, especially with her card club. She loved life – and shoes! Each day was a gift to Lori.

In addition to her husband, Lori is survived by her father, Duane LeBreck of Ootsburg, WI; daughter, Rebecca (Mike) Blevins of Cardington, OH; sons, and Derrick McClung of Marion, OH and Blake McClung of Cardington, OH; sister, Taffy (Jon) Holkenborg of Galloway, OH; brothers, Stephen LeBreck of Cape Coral, FL and Michael LeBreck of Tuscon, AZ; and her grandchildren: Adrianna McClung, Isabel and Lundyn Blevins, the light of her life.
Lori was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Ann (Ferris) LeBreck.

The family would like to send a special thank you to Dr. Nse Ntukidem, of Columbus Oncology and Hematology Associates, Inc., Dr. Crnkovich of Riverside Methodist Hospital, and the Kobacker House, all the caring staff.
Gompf Funeral Service in Cardington is handling the arrangements for the McClung family. Friends may call Friday, January 13, 2012 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Devore-Snyder Funeral Home, 75 West William Street Delaware, Ohio 43015 where the funeral service will be held at 12:30PM. The burial will follow in Glendale-Union Cemetery in Cardington, Ohio.

To share a memory of Lori or to express a condolence to the McClung family please visit the Gompf Funeral Service website at www.gompffh.com