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Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Homes is a trusted and respected funeral home located in West Liberty, Ohio. With a long history of providing compassionate and professional funeral services to the community, this funeral home has earned a reputation for excellence and dedication. Located at 101 Zanesfield Road, West Liberty, OH, 43357, Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Homes is easily accessible and convenient for families from all over the region.

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Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Homes has a rich history that dates back many years. Founded on the principles of compassion, respect, and dedication, this funeral home has been serving the community with dignity and honor. Over the years, the funeral home has built a reputation for providing personalized and meaningful funeral services that celebrate the lives of loved ones. From traditional funerals to cremation services, Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Homes has evolved to meet the changing needs of the community while remaining true to its core values.

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Jerry D. McLaughlin - June 24, 1938 - November 27, 2021

Departed: 11/27/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Jerry D. McLaughlin, 83, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021, at his daughter’s home in Lebanon, Ohio with his wife and daughter by his side.

Jerry was born in Lewistown, Ohio June 24, 1938, to the late Cevera E. and Sarah (Lykins) McLaughlin Sr.  He was also preceded in death by a brother, Cevera E. “Junior” McLaughlin and his nephew, Jeff McLaughlin.

Jerry is survived by his wife Jean Ann (Alloway) McLaughlin of Belle Center whom he married April 4, 1970.  He is also survived by his children: Jenna (Steve) Leopold of Lebanon Ohio, Rick (Robin) McLaughlin of Bonita Springs, Florida, and Terry (Dan) Rumley of Plainfield, Indiana; grandchildren: Lauren and Tracie Leopold, Linda (Brian) List, Josh (Erin) Rumley, and Nick (Patience) Rumley; 5 great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Patricia McLaughlin of Bellefontaine, Ohio and several nieces and nephews.

Jerry was a barber at Indian Lake for over 20 years.  He later became one of the first 200 Americans hired at Honda and took great pride in his 20+ years working for the company.  He had three loves outside of work:  family, sports, and music.  He was an avid sports fan, playing football and softball in his early years.  He loved to root on his Ohio State Buckeyes and New York Yankees, always dressed in his team apparel with a bag of chips and a Pepsi in his favorite chair.  He was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church in Bellefontaine.

Jerry exuberated joy everywhere he went, always offering a witty comment, a handshake, or a hug. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Friends may call Monday, December 6, 2021, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center.

His nephew, Pastor Philip Davis, will officiate Jerry’s funeral Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at the funeral home at 11:00 a.m.

Burial will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Belle Center.

Flowers are welcome.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the McLaughlin family.

E.T.

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Harley J. Stump - October 13, 1949 - November 23, 2021

Departed: 11/23/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Harley J. Stump Jr., 72, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away at 6:36 p.m. Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine, Ohio.

He was born October 13, 1949, in Bellefontaine, a son of the late Harley Junior and Doris Evelyn (Smith) Stump.

Harley is survived by his ex-wife, Dawn (Arbogast) Stump; two children, Jodi (Jaimie) Young and Joshua Stump; six grandchildren, Taylor Anderson, Tanner Stump, Haylee Stump, Trey Spearman, Ty Stump, and Jessie Stump; three great granddaughters, Beau, Layla, and Amelia; two brothers, Ron (Jacque) Stump and Todd (Sarah) Stump and many nieces, great nieces, and great nephews.

A United States Navy Veteran, Harley retired from the former D.A.B. in Bellefontaine. He had been a volunteer for the Belle Center EMS and Fire Department for over 20 years. Harley was a member of the Indian Lake Moose Lodge #1533 and the American Legion.

Per Harley’s request, there will be no public services.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Stump family.

D.S.

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Charles Dallas Sullivan - July 18, 1949 - November 22, 2021

Departed: 11/22/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Charles Dallas “Charlie” Sullivan, 72, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away at 7:27 p.m. Monday, November 22, 2021, at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Kenton, Ohio.

He was born in Hardin County Ohio July 18, 1949, a son of the late Richard Dallas and Fern Ann Tevis Sullivan. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Danny Sullivan.

On April 6, 1968, he married the former Jeanie Beatty and she survives in Belle Center. He is also survived by his two sons, Brian (Krista) Sullivan of Marysville, Ohio and Corey (Brieanne) Sullivan of Kenton; seven grandchildren, Anthony (Leah) Sullivan, Caleb (Heaven) Sullivan, Amanda Sullivan, Tricia (Logan) Keeran, Katie Sullivan, Samantha Sullivan and Cain Sullivan; seven great-grandchildren, Joseph C. Sullivan, Grace Sullivan, Haylee Sullivan, Rosalynn Sullivan, Nolan Keeran, Luella Sullivan and Mason Keeran; two sisters, Delores (Gary) Mason of Oakwood and Brenda (Roger) Beaverson of Belle Center; a brother, Jerry (Janet) Sullivan of Bellefontaine and numerous nieces and nephews.

Charlie was a 1967 graduate of Belle Center High School and worked in the asphalt paving trade as a supervisor for Shelly Company and as an estimator for Quality Paving. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He attended the New Richland Baptist Church and enjoyed working on cars.

Pastors Steve Smith and Kevin Smith will officiate the funeral service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the New Richland Baptist Church in Belle Center, where visitation will be held Monday, November 29, 2021 from 4 to 7 p.m.

Burial will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Belle Center.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Sullivan family.

T.D.

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Samuel Raymond Henry - September 24, 1953 - November 08, 2021

Departed: 11/08/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Samuel Raymond Henry, 68, of Bellefontaine, Ohio and formerly of West Liberty, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Monday morning, November 8, 2021.

Sam was born in Lima, Ohio September 24, 1953, a son of the late Murray and Harriet (Kridler) Griffin.  He was also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Charles Newman Jr.; a sister-in-law, Lois Newman; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

He graduated from Belle Center High School in 1971.  Sam married the love of his life, Diana Newman March 17, 1978, in Belle Center.  He was one of the first 300 Americans to be employed at Honda of America. Sam retired in 2016 from Honda R&D after 35 years.

He was an avid Browns and Buckeyes fan and loved to play golf.  He enjoyed retirement to its fullest.  Sam’s greatest joy in life was his family, especially his role of “Pop” to his five beautiful grandchildren who will miss him immensely.  He didn’t know a stranger and will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him.  After a major health event at the age of 42, by the grace of God, Sam was given 25 more beautiful years to enjoy on this Earth.  We treasure every moment spent with him, and selfishly wish we could have had more.

Sam is survived by his wife of 43 years, Diana Henry; daughters Kelly (C.J.) Ferraro of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Emily (Adam) Jurich of Bellefontaine; five grandchildren: Evie, Gia, Leo, Ellis and Emily; sisters: Ann (Greg) Brown, Jody (Brian) Scudds, Penny (Dennis) Harford and Nancy (Craig) Conley; a brother, Shannon (Annie) Griffin; mother-in-law, Barbara Newman; brother-in-law, Duane Newman; brother-in-law, David (Bonnie) Newman; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.

Friends may call Thursday, November 11, 2021, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center, Ohio.

Pastor Kevin Smith will officiate Sam’s funeral service Friday, November 12, 2021, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Burial will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Belle Center.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Henry family.

E.T.

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Patricia Ann Sterling - July 22, 1936 - November 02, 2021

Departed: 11/02/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Ann Sterling, 85, of Kenton, Ohio passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2021, as a result of a massive stroke.

She was born at home in Hardin County Ohio July 22, 1936, to the late Guy W. and Ruth (Baum) Sterling. She was also preceded in death by her only sister, Mary Marie Sterling and special friends Robert G. Reed Jr. and Don R. Lay.

She is survived by many close friends, including Jane Lay, Tony Lay, Kathy (Todd) Dawson, Teresa (Dennis) Walls and their son Robert Walls.

Patty was a graduate of Belle Center High School. She earned her LPN in 1958 in the first class of the Lima School of Practical Nursing. She was a nurse first at San Antonio Hospital and then at Hardin Memorial Hospital and retired after working nearly 25 years with Dr. Jay Pfeiffer in Kenton.

She was a member of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church and was a 7th Degree Member of the Lawrence Valley Grange. She had been active in the Hardin County Homemaker's Moonlighters Club, the Red Hats, King's Daughters and the Sewing Circle at Hardin Memorial Hospital.

Patty decorated wedding cakes for many years, liked to read mysteries and enjoyed attending Ohio State Football games.

Pastor Bryan Meadows will officiate the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 7, 2021, at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center, Ohio.

Burial will follow the funeral service at the Fairview McDonald Cemetery in Kenton.

Sincere gratitude is expressed to her home health aide and friend, Diane Freshcorn; the staff of Hardin Hills Health Center; Heartland Hospice and the congregation of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Sterling family.

H.R.

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John Robert Roebuck - May 31, 1966 - October 31, 2021

Departed: 10/31/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: John Robert Roebuck “Johnny Bob”, 55, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away suddenly Sunday, October 31, 2021.

He was born in Kenton, Ohio May 31, 1966, to Ronald B. Roebuck and the late Garnet Ann (Newman) Roebuck.

Along with his father, he is also survived by his children: Mackenzie (Blake) Lantz of Marysville, Ohio, Drake Roebuck of Columbus, Ohio and Hayes (Bailey Smith) Roebuck of Columbus; his fiancé: Brandi Zerkle of Belle Center and her children: Hayden Coy, Morgan Current, Johnathan Current and Brian Zerkle; a sister, Cathy (Brooks) Pool of Belle Center; a brother, Ronnie Chris (Caroline) Roebuck of Belle Center; his niece, Jenna Miller of Belle Center; a nephew, Hunter Pool of West Liberty, Ohio; great-nephews: Cannen and Cain Miller; two aunts; one uncle; many cousins and life-long best friend, Bob Bair.

An outdoorsman, John enjoyed hunting, working on cars and loved going to the farm and cutting wood. He had worked at Honda for 33 years and just retired June 1, 2021.

Pastor Shelley Stephenson will officiate a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 5, 2021, at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center.

Visitation will be held Thursday, November 4, 2021, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Burial will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Belle Center.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Roebuck family.

H.R.

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Sandra Jean Spires - June 13, 1946 - October 12, 2021

Departed: 10/12/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Sandra Jean Spires, 75, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Tuesday afternoon, October 12, 2021, at Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine, Ohio.

Sandy was born in Russells Point, Ohio June 13, 1946, to the late Melvin Leroy and Marrietta (Beach) Hereld.  She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty six years, William Spires who passed away just over a week ago.  Sandy was also preceded in death by a son, Raymond Spires and siblings Clara Ostermyer, Lila McKinley, Roger McKinley and William McKinley.

Sandy is survived by her children: Billy Spires of Fulton, Missouri, Roger (Jody Williams) of Belle Center and Terry (Tina) Spires of Marion, Ohio; seventeen grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; a sister, Sherry Dugan of Lakeview, Ohio; a brother, Harry “Bub” Hereld of Florida; several nieces and nephews and her beloved chihuahua Andy.

Sandy loved to go to garage sales.  She also enjoyed her pull tabs and scratch offs.

Pastor Steve Smith will officiate Sandy’s funeral service Friday, October 15, 2021, at 1 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center, where visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Burial will follow the funeral service at the Huntsville Cemetery in Huntsville, Ohio.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Spires family.

E.T.

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William Wesley Spires - July 18, 1945 - October 05, 2021

Departed: 10/05/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: William (Bill) Wesley Spires, 76, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2021.

Bill was born in Fulton, Missouri July 18, 1945, to the late William Spires and Minnie Fletcher. He was also preceded in death by a son, Raymond Spires and a brother, Bob Spires.

Fifty six years ago he married Sandra Jean (Hereld) Spires, and she survives in Belle Center. He is also survived by sons: Billy Spires of Fulton, Missouri, Roger (Jody Williams) Spires of Belle Center and Terry (Tina) Spires of Marion, Ohio; seventeen grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; a sister, Nadine Tadlock of Missouri; a brother, Dick Spires of Missouri; several nieces and nephews and his Chihuahua, Andy.

Bill was a truck driver for Super Foods for forty plus years. He enjoyed coon hunting and loved old cars.

Pastor Bub Hereld will officiate the funeral service Saturday October 9, at 12:00 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center.

Friends may call two hours prior to the service from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the funeral home.

Burial will be at the Huntsville Cemetery in Huntsville, Ohio.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Spires family.

H.R.

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Richard Ellsworth Saylor - May 22, 1931 - October 04, 2021

Departed: 10/04/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Richard Ellsworth Saylor, 90, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Monday evening, October 4, 2021, at his home.

Richard was born in Belle Center May 22, 1931, to the late Robert Ellsworth and Ethel Blanche (Fullerton) Saylor.  He married Barbara J. (Herren) May 4, 1949, in Kentucky and she preceded him in death.  He was also preceded in death by a son, Richard Ellsworth Saylor II; a sister, Ethel Geraldine Lapp and a brother, James Robert Saylor.

Richard is survived by his children: Robert W. Saylor of Salisbury, North Carolina, Jeff (Tammy) Saylor of Bellefontaine, Ohio and Jennifer (Jim) Dysert of Huntsville, Ohio; six grandchildren: Michele (Mike) Brown, Rod Saylor, Dodi (Brian) Beaver, Darci (Steve) Fox, Troy (Erin) Saylor and Lacy (Parry) Hitt; nine great-grandchildren: Katie Beaver, Levi Beaver, Mickayla (Matthew) Harding, Marina Fox, Avery Fox, Zachary Fox, Evan Fox, Emma Saylor and Maverick Saylor; three step-great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild Mason Harding; sisters-in-law Wanda Saylor of Belle Center and Nancy Herren of Lima, Ohio and a brother-in-law, Mark Lapp of West Liberty, Ohio.

A lifelong farmer, Richard had worked for nearly twenty years at D.A.B. as a mill operator.  He then went to work for the State of Ohio as a plow operator and road worker.  After retiring from the state, Richard worked for Quality Paving for several years.  For many years, Richard hauled livestock between producers and harvesters.  He was a member of the Belle Center United Methodist Church and was active in the Ohio Western Horse Association and other horse organizations.

Friends may call Thursday, October 7, 2021, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center.

Pastor John Watkins will officiate Richard’s funeral Friday, October 8, at 11 a.m. at the Belle Center United Methodist Church in Belle Center.

Burial will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Belle Center.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Saylor family.

E.T.

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Robert C. Baldwin - July 03, 1937 - October 04, 2021

Departed: 10/04/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Robert C. Baldwin, 84, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away at 9:43 p.m. Monday, October 4, 2021, at his home.

He was born July 3, 1937, in Greenbrier County West Virginia, a son of the late Emanuel Levi and Tempie Jane (Lewis) Baldwin. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by a son, Emanuel Baldwin; a sister, Beatrice Phipps and four brothers, Ralph, Rex, Ron and Jim Baldwin.

On December 16, 1989, Bob married the former Karen Sue Kramer in Bellefontaine, Ohio and she survives. He is also survived by a daughter, Tammy (Bucky) Williams of Arkansas and a son, Carl Baldwin of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; eight grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; two sisters, Ruth (Doug) Smith and Rachel (Karl) Smith; a brother-in-law, Gene Phipps and several nieces and nephews.

A member of the First United Presbyterian Church in Bellefontaine, Bob was the owner of Four Square Construction. He was an avid vegetable and flower gardener who loved to read.

Reverend Steve Merrin will officiate a memorial service Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the First United Presbyterian Church in Bellefontaine.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Baldwin family.

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John David Engle - April 10, 1968 - September 11, 2021

Departed: 09/11/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: John David Engle, 53, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Saturday, September 11, 2021 at his residence.

He was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio April 10, 1968, the son of David Wilson Engle and Carol Ann (Ewing) and Gerald Snapp, all preceding him in death.

On March 26, 2014, he married Jennifer Tillman in Urbana, Ohio and she survives in Belle Center. He is also survived by his son, Aaron (Lindsey Briggs) Engle of Tulsa, Oklahoma; three daughters, Heather (Matt) Kemper of Tipp City, Ohio, Erin (Aaron) Long of Bellefontaine and Haley (Mason) Prickett of Marysville, Ohio; four grandchildren, Maddox and Mylah Kemper, Reese Long and Jack Prickett; a sister, Tami (Brian) Henry of West Liberty, Ohio; his father and mother in-laws; Tim (Marcia) Tillman of Bellefontaine and Lynn (Gary) McLaughlin of Bellefontaine; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; the Brother-in-Law Club; his dog Paisley and many other loving family and friends.

John was a 1986 graduate of Bellefontaine High School and JVS.  He began working for Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Homes in 1996, where he held the position as crematory manager.  He was the jack of all trades at the funeral home and took pride in serving families in need for more than twenty five years.  He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, watching NASCAR, working with older model cars and could fix anything.  He enjoyed taking on projects of all sizes, whether it be at home or work and was always very organized and precise in all that he did.

Pastor Keith Matthews will officiate a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center. Visitation will be held Friday, September 17, 2021 from 3 to 7 p.m.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Engle family.

T.D.

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Kevin L. Anderson - March 04, 1971 - September 03, 2021

Departed: 09/03/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Kevin L. Anderson, 50, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Friday afternoon, September 3, 2021, at Ohio Health Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Kevin was preceded in death by his father Robert E. Anderson.

Kevin was born in Troy, Ohio March 4, 1971.  He is survived by his mother, Gretchen Anderson of Belle Center; children: Katie (Joel) Penhorwood of East Liberty, Ohio and John Anderson of Belle Center; his brother, Keith (Alyssa) Anderson of Belle Center; nephews, Micah and Zach; nieces, Kenzie and Lauren; his girlfriend, Stacy Pelger of Zanesfield, Ohio and her children Cole, Nolan and Aliya; best friend and God-father to his kids, John Godwin of Bellefontaine and his former spouse, Dianna Short of Quincy, Ohio.

Kevin was a member of the Belle Center United Methodist Church.   He worked most recently at Airstream in Jackson Center, Ohio.  His true passion was photography – Kevin loved to support the Benjamin Logan community by capturing treasured moments from games, musical events and senior pictures.  He would travel throughout Ohio with his camera to create memories. His red Dodge Ram truck was special to him and he loved to work on it.  Kevin was an avid Ohio State fan.

Even in his hospital bed, Kevin was apologetic to his clientele that he would not be able to get to recent athletic games and music events.  His son, John will be working to finish any pictures that were taken but not yet sent to customers.

Friends may call Wednesday, September 8, 2021, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center.

Pastor Kevin Smith will officiate Kevin’s funeral Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Private family burial will take place at a later date at the Fairview Cemetery in Belle Center.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Anderson family.

E.T.

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Jerry L. Predmore - February 08, 1942 - August 11, 2021

Departed: 08/11/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Jerry L. Predmore, 79, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away at 8:46 a.m. Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at his home.

He was born February 8, 1942 in Rushsylvania, Ohio, a son of the late Terrence “Step” and Mattie Marie (Simpkins) Predmore. In addition to his parents, Jerry was also preceded in death by six sisters, Eileen Fulton, Frances Whitson, Mary Downey, Helen Atha, Virginia Tuttle and Elsie Janet Fields; five brothers, his twin Gerald Predmore, Carl Predmore, Lowell Predmore, Dick Predmore and Bobby Predmore.

On November 25, 1989, Jerry married the former Janet McGee in Belle Center, and she survives along with two children, Rick (Nikki) McGee and Karen Montrose; three grandchildren, Megan Swick, Ryan McGee and Paul Montrose; four great grandchildren; a sister, Karen Kuck and a brother, Lewis (Lillian) Predmore.

Jerry was a very hard worker, having worked at Airstream in Jackson Center for 44 years before retiring. He loved being outside doing yard work, finding things around the house to keep him busy, visiting with family and friends, or lending a helping hand to help others. He attended the New Richland Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, August 14, 2021, at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center, where Pastor Steve Smith will officiate the funeral service at 11:00 a.m.

Per Jerry’s request, his body will be cremated and inurnment will be at the Rushsylvania Cemetery at the convenience of the family in Rushsylvania, Ohio.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Predmore family.

D.S.

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Dolores M. Stout - May 31, 1936 - August 07, 2021

Departed: 08/07/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Dolores M. “Maxine” Stout, 85, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Saturday afternoon, August 7, 2021.

Maxine was born in Springfield, Ohio May 31, 1936, to the late Melvin L. and Ruth M. (Keller) Dugan.  She was also preceded in death by a sister Virginia Ray.

Maxine is survived by her husband Jim whom she married October 16, 1955.  She is also survived by their children:  John (Jeanne) Stout of Belle Center and Jane (Dan) Blair of Zanesfield, Ohio; four grandchildren: Jessica Stout, Jacob Stout, Brayton Blair and Colt Blair; four great-grandchildren: Melody, Bristol, Jaxel and Payton and several nieces and nephews.

Maxine was a member of the Belle Center United Presbyterian Church.   She worked around the farm and trucking business for many years.

Pastor Ted Dennis will officiate Maxine’s funeral Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center where visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service.

Burial will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Belle Center.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Stout family.

E.T.

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Deanna I. Gibbs - February 17, 1960 - August 04, 2021

Departed: 08/04/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Deanna I. “Dee” Gibbs, 61, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Wednesday evening, August 4, 2021 at Lima Memorial Hospital in Lima, Ohio.

Dee was born in Lansing, Michigan February 17, 1960, to the late Roy A. and Virginia Colleen (Suydam) Fairbanks Sr.  She was also preceded in death by a sister Melinda Tharp and a brother, Jeffrey Fairbanks.

Dee is survived by her husband Gary L. Gibbs Sr., whom she married August 11, 1984 in Stryker, Ohio.  She is also survived by a daughter, Desirae Sell of Indiana; a son, Drew (Kristy) Gibbs of Bellefontaine, Ohio; a step-son, Gary Gibbs Jr. of Bryan, Ohio; grandchildren: Dallas Gibbs, Landon Gibbs, Caden Gibbs, Issac Sell, Brandon Gibbs and Noah Gibbs; her sisters, Marion (Ron) Travelbee of Stryker, Ohio, Karen (Butch) Schur of Delta, Ohio and Pamela (David) Winners of Bryan, Ohio; a brother, Roy “Andy” Fairbanks Jr. of Albion, Michigan; several nieces and nephews and her best friend, Tina (Kevin) Henry of Lakeview, Ohio.

Dee worked as a dispatcher for Chambers Logistics for twenty eight years.  She enjoyed crafting and sewing, collecting donkeys and loved to go to garage sales.

Friends may call Sunday, August 8, 2021 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center.

Graveside services for Dee will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the Riverview Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Defiance, Ohio.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Gibbs family.

T.D.

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Cynthia Sue Corwin - August 02, 1951 - July 23, 2021

Departed: 07/23/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Cynthia “Cindy” Sue Corwin, 69, of West Mansfield, Ohio passed away Friday, July 23, 2021, at her home.

Cindy was born in Urbana, Ohio August 2, 1951, to the late Erwin Jerry and Helen (Moody) Reisinger and raised by her step-mother, Mary Jo Reisinger.

She married Jerry H. Corwin December 30, 1968, and he preceded her in death April 8, 2018. A brother, Kenny Reisinger also preceded her in death.

Cindy is survived by two sons: Jerry D. (Michelle) Corwin and Jeffrey A. (Andrea) Corwin; nine grandchildren: Josie Sue Marie (Fiancé Zach Allison) Corwin, Joseph Daniel Corwin, Amanda Green, Erin (Max Collins) Fleming, Nick (Alex) Fleming, Hayes Elizabeth Corwin, Philip Jeffrey (Fiancé Morgan Biddle) Corwin, Grace Elaine Corwin and Eli Allen Corwin; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great child; one sister, Debbie Henry; three brothers: Mike, Donnie and Ronnie Reisinger and many nieces and nephews.

Cindy retired after fifteen years from Siemens. She drove school bus for Benjamin Logan Schools and Ohio Hi-Point. She also drove charter bus. Cindy, along with her husband Jerry owned C & J Pizza in Quincy for ten years. Cindy trained and rode horses and was a member of the Hardin County Mounted Posse. She was an active member of the VFW and went with the Veterans to D.C. She also was a member of the 69ers alumni class. Cindy loved spending time with her kids and grandkids as well as her animals. She will be greatly missed.

Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center, Ohio.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at the funeral home.

Burial will follow the funeral service at the Hale Cemetery in Mt. Victory, Ohio.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Corwin family.

E.T.

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Carl Burkholder - September 09, 1948 - June 17, 2021

Departed: 06/17/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Carl Burkholder, 72, of US 68 N., Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away Thursday, June 17, 2021 at the Ross Heart Hospital in Columbus, Ohio after a six month illness.

He was born September 9, 1948, in Bremen, Indiana, a son of the late Joseph Jr. and Fannie (Slabaugh) Burkholder.

On May 1, 1969, he married Rosetta Miller and she preceded him in death in 2017. He was also preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters: Edith (Ammon) Hochstetler, Ward (Verda) Burkholder, Earl (Esther) Burkholder, Ray (Lorene) Burkholder, Owen (Susie) Burkholder, Ruth Ann (Mel) Miller and Wayne (Fern) Burkholder.

He is survived by his ten children: Ann Marie (Joseph) Miller of Houstonia, MO, Nathan Burkholder of Jackson, OH, Philip (Eleanor) Burkholder of Jackson, OH, Janet (James) Miller of Huntsville, OH, Thomas (Susan) Burkholder of Rushsylvania, OH, Rachel (Timothy) Gingerich of Jackson, OH, Amelia (Leroy) Weaver of Sarasota, FL, Abigail (Elvin) Kropf of Harrisburg, OR, Micah Burkholder of Rushsylvania, and Bethany Burkholder of Amarillo, TX; twenty even grandchildren; three sisters, Sylvia (Emery) Chupp, Fern (Mervin) Miller, Linda (Kenneth) Menzie and three sisters-in-law, Esther (Ora) Miller, Susie (Dietrich) Fehr and Fern Burkholder.

Visitation will be Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. at the Steven Coblentz residence in Belle Center, Ohio, where Bishop David Yoder will officiate the funeral service beginning at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, June 20, 2021.

Burial will be in the Belle Center Amish Cemetery.

The Burkholder family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation for the many prayers and words of encouragement during this time.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Burkholder family.

T.D.

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David C. Keller - Unknown - June 13, 2021

Departed: 06/13/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: After more than a century of a life well-lived, David Chester Keller passed away on June 13, 2021. He was a man who had a zest for life and lived every day to the fullest. He spent his life in service to his family and community and was a friend to all. He married Mary Bernadine Smith in 1949 and was a devoted husband until Bernadine’s death in 2013. David’s family was central to his life, raising three children. For over forty-five years, he owned and operated the Belle Center Grain Company until his retirement in 1990.

David is survived by his children, Ann Christine Keller Hillman (Michael and grandchildren David Philip and Hanna Keller Hillman), Mary Laura Keller Schoeler (Richard and grandchildren, Christina Ann Schoeler Fischer (Paul and great grandchildren Mira and Clark) and William Bennett Schoeler) and David Christian Keller (Lisa and grandchildren Christian Allen and Madison Susan.) He was predeceased by his parents, Chester E. and Ruth Keller), his brother Lawrence Dole Keller, and sister Mary Edith Keller Miraldi.

David graduated from Belle Center High School in 1938 and attended Bliss Business School in Columbus, Ohio. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was stationed in Tewkesbury, England. Upon returning to Belle Center in 1945, he became associated with his father in the Belle Center Grain Company, taking over as sole owner upon his father’s death in 1959.

David served on the Mary Rutan Hospital Board, the Logan View Hospital Board and Residential Homes Board.  Dave served on the Board of the American Red Cross of Logan County, American Legion Post 266 and was a member of the Free Masons of Ohio.

David’s lifelong love of Belle Center will always be remembered through the positive influence that he had on his community.  He was a proud resident and served the Village of Belle Center in many ways, both in its government and other community organizations. He was a member of the Belle Center United Presbyterian Church, BMRT, Kiwanis Club, City Council and instrumental in the Train Depot Renovation.  In 1995, he was honored for his sixty-two years of service as a volunteer fireman, having joined the department in 1933 at the age of thirteen.

Friends may call Wednesday, June 16, 2021, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center.

Chris Conley will officiate David’s funeral Thursday, June 17, at 10:00 a.m. at the Belle Center United Presbyterian Church. Burial will take place at the Bellefontaine Cemetery in Bellefontaine, Ohio at 2 p.m. with military honors provided by members of the Logan County Honor Guard.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Keller family. (authored by the family)

E.T.

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Don R. Lay - September 13, 1942 - May 20, 2021

Departed: 05/20/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Don R. Lay, 78, of rural Belle Center, Ohio passed away peacefully at home Thursday evening, May 20, 2021, after battling congestive heart failure.

Don was born in Hardin County September 13, 1942, to the late Earl and Elizabeth (Sproul) Lay.  He was also preceded in death by his siblings: Lloyd Lay, Dorothy Kelley and Edward Lay.

Don married Jane Reed August 3, 1963 at the Belle Center United Presbyterian Church and she survives in Belle Center.  He is also survived by their children: Teresa (Dennis) Walls of Leo, Indiana, Kathy (Todd) Dawson of Westerville, Ohio and Tony Lay of Belle Center; a grandson, Robert Walls and a sister, Evelyn Jones of Belle Center.

A 1960 graduate of Belle Center High School where he earned an FFA State Farmer degree, he then honorably served four years of active duty in the United States Marine Corps.  He retired after working thirty years at Rockwell International in Kenton.

Pastor Amber Rex will officiate a graveside service Friday, May 28, 2021, at 2 p.m. at McDonald-Fairview Cemetery on State Route 67 west of Kenton, Ohio.

Following the graveside service, friends and family are invited to share a cup of coffee, some of Don’s favorite desserts and fond memories at the Roundhead United Methodist Church.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Lay family.

E.T.

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Joan C. Schultz - April 22, 1938 - April 11, 2021

Departed: 04/11/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Joan C. “Penny” Schultz, 82, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021 at her residence.

She was born in Lima, Ohio April 22, 1938, a daughter of the late Frank and Gertrude (Golden) McCormick. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a sister, Norma Jean Wadell; a brother, Stanley McCormick and a sister-in-law, Madge M. Crook.

On June 22, 1957, she married Theodore “Ted” Schultz in Indiana and he survives in Belle Center. She is also survived by a daughter, Kimberlee (Steve) Ramsey of West Liberty, Ohio and a son, Thad Schultz of Dayton, Ohio; two grandchildren, Tim (Kelli) Ramsey and Jill (Rob) Gonterman; seven great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Penny graduated high school in 1956 from Lafayette (Lima Bath School District).  She liked to exercise to include walking, bicycling and playing tennis with her husband.  After raising their children, she owned and operated the American Medical Weight Center in Bellefontaine for several years.  She enjoyed helping others with their fitness and health goals.​

Pastor Philip Pockras will officiate a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 23, 2021 at the Fairview Cemetery in Belle Center.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Schultz family.

T.D.

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Vivian Mary Millisor - July 24, 1931 - February 05, 2021

Departed: 02/05/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Vivian Mary Millisor, 89, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away Friday, February 5, 2021 at Logan Acres Senior Community in Bellefontaine.

She was born in Logan County Ohio July 24, 1931, a daughter of the late Charles E. Sr. and Eva Lou (Engle) Newman.

On September 18, 1949 in Tremont City, Ohio she married Ralph James Millisor and he preceded her in death January 27, 1978.  She was also preceded in death by a son, Thomas Millisor; two sisters, Garnet Roebuck and Velma Ruth Plikerd and four brothers, Charles Jr., Robert, Thomas and John Newman.

She is survived by her three children Vicky Lee Millisor of Salisbury, North Carolina, Gina (Steven) Miller of Belle Center and James Wesley (Cheri) Millisor of Muskegon, Michigan; five grandchildren Dodi (Brian) Beaver, Rod Saylor, Kyra (Andrew) Fry, Daniel (fiancé, Grace Stone) Millisor and Jennifer Millisor; four great grandchildren Katie Beaver, Levi Beaver, Alexa Fry and Emmett Fry; three sisters-in-laws Barbara Newman, Sherril Newman and Nancy Millisor; a brother-in-law, Ron Roebuck and many nieces and nephews.

Vivian was a 1949 graduate of Belle Center High School and retired from Thermoid in 1995, after fourteen years of service.  She was a long-time member of the Belle Center United Methodist Church, Bellefontaine Chapter of the O.E.S. #459 and the Belle Center American Legion Auxiliary #266.  She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and reading but most of all, loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Pastor Kevin Smith will officiate the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, February 11, 2021 at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center where visitation will be held Wednesday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and again on Thursday one hour prior to the service.

Burial will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Belle Center.

Due to current pandemic orders, please be symptom-free, practice social distancing and are encouraged to wear a mask.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Millisor family.

T.D.

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Dorothy Glauner - December 08, 1944 - January 17, 2021

Departed: 01/17/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy Glauner, age 76, of Belle Center, Ohio passed away at 9:20 p.m. Sunday, January 17, 2021 at her residence.

She was born in Logan County Ohio December 8, 1944, a daughter of the late Ernest C. and Edith (Brentlinger) Tracey.

On December 27, 1962, she married J. Michael Glauner who survives and they had four children, D. Elaine Glauner, J. Michael (Rosalyn) Glauner Jr., Christopher K. (Cathy) Glauner and Valla Dia (Waddington) Mannings.  Also surviving are grandchildren, Alexandra, Theron, Logan, Monica, Timon, Maximus and Bianca.  Dottie had five brothers, Don, Dick, Ernest, Ben and Colin Kelly and nine sisters, Jeanette, Helen, Jane, Ann, Pat, Sandy, Julia, Twyla and Linda.

Dottie worked several places including Yoder’s Country Furniture in Belle Center.  She was a member of the Huntsville United Methodist Church.

Pastor Bryan Meadows will officiate the funeral service Saturday, January 23, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center.  Visitation will be held two hours prior to the funeral service at the funeral home.

Due to current pandemic orders, please be symptom-free, practice social distancing and wear a mask.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Glauner family.

T.D.

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Clarence Michael Savage - July 07, 1951 - January 13, 2021

Departed: 01/13/2021 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Clarence Michael “Mike” Savage, age 69, of Russells Point, Ohio passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 13, 2021 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio due to complications of Covid-19.

Mike was born in Dayton, Ohio July 7, 1951, to the late Richard William and Catherine Rosine (Robinson) Savage.   He was also preceded in death by a son, Joseph Ryan Savage; a brother, Richard Dane Savage and his former wife, Jennifer Savage.

Mike married Janet McMillen July 30, 1999, and she survives.  He is also survived by a son, Sammy Lee (Robin) Savage of Mississippi; a daughter, Michelle (Jack) Barnes of Piqua, Ohio; a daughter-in-law, Tammy Savage of Kendallville, Indiana; twelve grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; four siblings, Linda (Carl) Henderson of Russells Point, Penny (Jerry) Vivoda of Indian Lake, Darren (Sharon) Savage of Belle Center, Ohio and Kelly Savage of Russells Point; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

A painter by trade, Mike worked for and retired from Kenton Structural as a welder.  He enjoyed boating, fishing and family activities.

A celebration of life dinner is being planned for a warmer day in the spring or summer when family and friends can gather outside to share stories of Mike.

The staff of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center is honored to serve the Savage family.

E.T.

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Norma J. Jenkins - June 30, 1928 - December 14, 2020

Departed: 12/14/2020 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Norma J. Jenkins, 92, of Bellefontaine and formerly of Belle Center, passed away at 4:35am on Monday, December 14, 2020 in the Englewood Health and Rehab Center.

She was born in Belle Center, Ohio on June 30, 1928, the daughter of the late William and Winfred (Watt) Ansley.

In 1949, she married Herbert J. Yoder and he preceded her in death on July 13, 1968.  In June of 1981, she married Ralph E. Jenkins and he preceded her in death on May 12, 2011.

She is survived by her daughter, Linda (Aaron) Kite of Bellefontaine, and three stepchildren, Luanne (Michael) Powell of Wapakoneta, Scot (Carolyn) Jenkins of Hilton Head, SC, and Greg (Sandra) Jenkins of Batavia, OH, nine grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, a brother, James (Joann) Ansley of The Villages, FL, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Detwiler, and two brothers, Carl Ansley, and William M. Ansley.

Norma was a member of the Lewistown-Trinity United Methodist Church as well as the Eastern Star and American Legion Auxiliary.  She loved to bake for family and church family.  After losing Ralph, she enjoyed meeting with and going out to dinner with her Widows Club.

Rev. Debra S. Ketcham will officiate a funeral service on Friday, December 18, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home in Belle Center.  The funeral service will be livestreamed via the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home’s Facebook Live feature.

Visitation will be Thursday from 5 to 7pm at the Belle Center funeral home.

Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Belle Center.

Due to current pandemic orders, please be symptom-free, practice social distancing and please wear a face mask.

EICHHOLTZ DARING & SANFORD FUNERAL HOME, BELLE CENTER is honored to serve the Jenkins family.

T.D.

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Lela M. Wood - June 16, 1926 - December 13, 2020

Departed: 12/13/2020 (Belle Center)

Obituary Preview: Lela M. Wood, 94, of Belle Center, passed away at 10:19 a.m. on Sunday, December 13, 2020 in The Homestead at Logan Acres, Bellefontaine.

She was born in Mt. Victory, Ohio on June 16, 1926, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Isabel (Gantt) Harder.

In August of 1943, she married Richard “Bus” Wood and he preceded her in death in 1990.  She is also preceded in death by a daughter, Rebecca Aldridge, a granddaughter, Traci Diane Wood, three sisters, Mabel Thomas, Eleanor Orth, and Carol Flowers, and a brother, LeRoy Harder.

She is survived by her two sons, Rodney (Paula) Wood and Dennis (Christy) Wood, both of Belle Center, six grandsons, six great grandchildren, a sister, Catherine Orth of Marion, and four brothers, Loren Harder of Marion, Wallace Harder of Mt. Victory, Walter Harder of Kenton, and Doug Harder of Marion and numerous nieces and nephews.

Lela worked as a homemaker and was a member of the Harmony Club in Belle Center.  She always had a nice garden and canned many vegetables for her family.

Pastor Bryan Meadows will officiate a funeral service at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 19, 2020 in the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home, 306 N. Elizabeth St., Belle Center, Ohio 43310.  Visitation will be Friday from 3 to 6 pm at the Belle Center funeral home.  Burial will be in Fairview-McDonald Cemetery, Hardin County.

Due to current pandemic orders, please be symptom-free, practice social distancing and please wear a mask.

EICHHOLTZ DARING & SANFORD FUNERAL HOME, BELLE CENTER is honored to serve the Wood family.

T.D.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their surviving family members, funeral arrangements, and other relevant details.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a permanent record of the person's life and legacy.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend writes the obituary, but it can also be written by a funeral home or a professional writer. The author should have personal knowledge of the deceased and be able to provide accurate information.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A standard obituary should include the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about their accomplishments, awards, and charitable work.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and the family's preferences. Typically, it should be between 100-500 words. Longer obituaries may be published online or in a separate memorial booklet.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a great way to personalize the tribute and make it more engaging.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and deadlines. You may need to provide the written obituary, along with payment for publication.

Can I publish an obituary online?

Yes, there are many online platforms that allow you to publish an obituary, such as Legacy.com or Tributes.com. These websites often partner with newspapers and funeral homes to provide a comprehensive listing of obituaries.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication and the length of the notice. Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $500 or more for print publication. Online publication may be free or low-cost.

Can I edit or update an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, it is difficult or impossible to make changes to an obituary once it has been published in print. However, online obituaries can often be updated or corrected if necessary.

What is a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the essential details such as name, age, and date of death. It is often used when a full obituary is not desired or cannot be published due to time constraints.

What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?

An obituary is a written notice that provides factual information about the deceased, while a eulogy is a spoken tribute that celebrates their life and legacy. A eulogy is typically delivered at a funeral or memorial service.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary before they pass away. This can ensure that their life story is told accurately and in their own words.

How do I find an old obituary?

You can try searching online archives of newspapers or genealogy websites such as Ancestry.com. Local libraries or historical societies may also have archives of old newspapers that you can access.

Can I use an obituary as a source for genealogical research?

Yes, obituaries can be a valuable resource for genealogists, providing information about ancestors' lives, relationships, and migration patterns.

Are obituaries public records?

In most cases, yes. Obituaries are considered public records and can be accessed by anyone. However, some online platforms may require registration or subscription to view archived obituaries.

How long are obituaries kept on file?

Newspapers typically keep archives of published obituaries for a certain period of time, which can range from several months to several years. Online platforms may keep them indefinitely.

Can I republish an old obituary?

If you have permission from the original publisher or copyright holder, you may be able to republish an old obituary. Be sure to check copyright laws and regulations before doing so.

What is the purpose of an obituary in a funeral service?

The reading of an obituary during a funeral service serves as a formal announcement of the person's passing and provides context for the celebration of their life.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes! While an obituary should be respectful, it's okay to inject some humor or personality into the writing. This can help capture the essence of the person being remembered.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?

If you notice an error in an already-published obituary, contact the publication immediately to request corrections. For online obituaries, you may be able to edit or update the information yourself.

What is the significance of publishing an obituary in multiple languages?

Publishing an obituary in multiple languages can ensure that all family members and friends who speak different languages are informed about the person's passing and funeral arrangements.

Can I create my own custom design for an online obituary?

Yes! Many online platforms allow you to customize the design and layout of your loved one's online memorial page with photos, videos, and other multimedia elements.

How do I share an online obituary on social media?

Most online platforms provide sharing options for social media sites like Facebook and Twitter. You can also copy and paste the link to share it via email or messaging apps.