Obituaries

Mar 8, 2026

Ms. Linda Kay Polk, age 70, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 2:43 p.m. at Lima Memorial Hospital in Lima, Ohio.

Linda was born on March 22, 1955, to the late Tom and Stella (Carthon) Polk. Both parents preceded her in death. She lived a life centered on family, community, and kindness toward others.

Linda was active in neighborhood and...

Mar 6, 2026

Edward Martin “Big Red” Jones departed this life on March 6, 2026, at the age of 88, with his loved ones by his side at Springview Manor in Lima, Ohio. He was born on October 18, 1937, at St. Rita Medical Center in Lima, Ohio, to Harriet E. Harriston and Jesse Willard Jones.

He spent his early childhood in Lima before...

Mar 3, 2026

Mr. Frederick Herman Ramsey Sr., age 86, of Lima, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 1:55 p.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center.

Frederick was born on January 17, 1940, in Lima, Ohio, to Theodore Ramsey Sr. and Dorothy (Vaughn) Ramsey, both of whom preceded him in death.

Frederick was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent 30 years...

Feb 22, 2026

Cheral LaTerice Russell-Beard, 56, passed peacefully from this life into eternity on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 8:03 p.m. at Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.

Born on May 22, 1969, Cheral was the beloved daughter of Floyd Russell of Lima, Ohio, and Clara Mae (Brown) Russell, who preceded her in death. Cheral’s life was rooted in love for her family...

Feb 18, 2026

Rosetta “Rosie” Cannon (McLellan), a shining beacon of love and strength, departed this life on February 18, 2026, at the age of 78, with her beloved family by her side at Northside Hospital Gwinnett in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Born on August 3, 1947, in Durant, Mississippi, Rosie was the beloved daughter of James C. and Virginia (Brown) McLellan, both parents proceeding...

Feb 16, 2026

Corrie M. Young of Lima, Ohio, departed this world on February 16, 2026, at the age of 89, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. Born on July 28, 1936, in the quaint town of Werton, West Virginia, Corrie's journey through life was marked by unwavering dedication, creativity, and an indomitable spirit that will be fondly remembered by...

Feb 13, 2026

James Robert Frazier, beloved son, brother, and friend, entered the world on April 9, 1991, in Modesto, California, bringing with him a bright spirit and a fiercely loving heart. He touched countless lives before his unexpected passing on February 13, 2026, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio.

From the time he was a toddler, James was captivated by the...

Feb 8, 2026

Helen Marie (Thatch) McLaurine was born on June 18, 1937, in Pocahontas, Tennessee, to Norvinnia Thatch and Georgia Mae Joplin, both of whom have preceded her in death. Helen's life journey took her to Lima, Ohio, where she transitioned from this life on February 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family in the comfort of her home.

Mrs. McLaurine dedicated many...

Jan 27, 2026

Mr. Willie James McNeal, Sr., age 94, passed from this life on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at approximately 5:57 a.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio.

Mr. Willie James McNeal was born in Dothan, Alabama to Mary (Hammonds) and James McNeal. He moved to Lima, Ohio when he was 19 years old and worked for General Motors for 10...

Jan 25, 2026

Mr. Earl J. March, age 80, passed from this life on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at approximately 4:54 p.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio.

He was born on October 19, 1945, in Shelby, North Carolina, to Earlie and Jessie Mae (Thompson) March. Both his parents preceded him in death. He was saved in 1975.

On July 2, 1994, he...

Jan 22, 2026

Mr. William DeAngelo “Cool” Harmon, age 44, passed from this life on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at approximately 8:03 p.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio. 

Cool as he was called was born on September 22, 1981 in Lima, Ohio to Joe L. Harmon, Jr. and Georgianne Shorter. His mother preceded him in death and his father and stepmother...

Jan 22, 2026

Helen Lee (Thompson) Shurelds, age 98, peacefully transitioned on January 22, 2026, in Lima, Ohio, surrounded by family. Born on December 2, 1927, in Florence, Alabama, she was the beloved daughter of James and Mamie Thompson, who preceded her in death. On October 4, 1946, Helen was united in holy matrimony to her devoted husband, Larry V. Shurelds, who...

Jan 17, 2026

Mr. Edward Lee Kimbrough, age 84, passed from this life on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.

He was born on November 3, 1941 in Lexington, Mississippi to Thomas and Sarah (Simmons) Kimbrough, Sr., both parents preceded him in death.

On November 28,  1963 he was...

Jan 16, 2026

Mrs. Valerie Gay Howell, age 72, passed from this life on Friday, January 16, 2026 at approximately 3:27 p.m. at Lima Memorial Health Systems in Lima, Ohio.

She was born on October 14, 1953 in Lima, Ohio to Lester E. Budd and Thelma P. Edwards (Lusk).  Her father preceded her in death and her mother survives in...

Jan 14, 2026

Mrs. Lois Onita "Loni" Suggs, age 92, passed from this life on Wednesday , January 14, 2026 at approximately 3:49 a.m. at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima.

She was born on February 24, 1933 in Monroe, Michigan Charles Saylor and Aleithia Osa Crist. Both parents preceded her in death.  She was raised by her grandmother Stella...

Jan 10, 2026

He was born on May 20, 1955, in Lima, Ohio to John B. and Wylean (King) Miles, Sr.  Both his parents preceded him in death.

In 1982 he was united in holy matrimony to Julia A. (Harvey) Miles.  His wife survives in Lima, Ohio.

Mr. Miles retried from WLIO Television as a Videographer for 30...

Jan 4, 2026

Mr. Tory Leveil Pitts, age 57, passed from this life on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at his residence in Lima, Ohio.

He was born on October 12, 1968 in  Lima, Ohio  to Willie Musgrove and Betty Anderson (Pitts) His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Lima, Ohio.

He was a member...

Jan 4, 2026

Ms. Dorothea Jean Harris, age 75, passed from this life on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at approximately 4:40 p.m. at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima.

She was born on March 21, 1950 in Dayton, Ohio to Owen Bryson Clark, Sr. and Jessie Mae Williams. Both parents preceded her in death.

Ms. Harris was retired...

Jan 3, 2026

Mr. James Edward Averette, age 67, passed from this life on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at his home in Lima, Ohio.

He was born on November 7, 1958, in Lima, Ohio to the late George Issac Thompson and Mary Louise (Cole) Averett.

Mr. Averette faithfully served as a member of the custodial staff at Philippian...

Jan 3, 2026

Mr. Walter Louis Jones, Sr., age 74, passed from this life on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at his residence in Lima, Ohio.

He was born on June 24, 1951 in Marion, Arkansas  to Hardy Lee Jones and May Ella Floyd. Both parents preceded him in death.

On January 17, 2015  he was united in holy...