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Richard Obenour Obituary MARION: Richard K. Obenour, age 86, of Marion, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, July 07, 2026 at Marion General Hospital. He was born May 9, 1940 in Marion, Ohio to the late Myron Glenn Obenour and Margaret J. Obenour (Kirkpatrick). On May 5, 1962 in Marion, OH he married Charlotte Kathlene Litzenberg and they were married 64 years. Richard owned The House of Photography Studio and enjoyed taking photographs throughout his life. He later built onto and remodeled that ...

Robert “Bob” Lee Hamm May 6, 1962 – August 6, 2026 Robert “Bob” Lee Hamm, 64, of Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully and went to meet his father in Heaven on Thursday, August 6, 2026. He was born on May 6, 1962, in Marion, Ohio, to Ernest Nathan Hamm and Rose Marie (Plotner) Hamm. Bob enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially fishing, camping, and gathering around campfires. He had a deep love of music—particularly rock and roll—and enjoyed ...

Richard Elsworth Jacks, 84, of Marion, OH, reunited with loved ones in heaven on August 6, 2026, while in the care of the Avita Galion Hospital. Richard was born on July 26, 1942, to his late parents, Worley Donald Jacks and Lillie Foley, in Columbus, OH. Richard would go on to marry Betty Jacks (Freeman) on November 27, 1960. They would stay married until Betty’s passing on April 28, 2003. After that he would meet his partner, Faye Holbrook, whom he was committed to for 20 ...

Richard Allen Eckard, 85, of Marion, OH, passed away on July 31, 2026. Born May 5, 1941, to his late parents, Charles Edward Eckard and Olive Evangeline (England) Eckard. Richard found love at first sight when meeting Jean for their first date. Richard is survived by his loving wife, Margaret Jean Eckard, and were married July 25, 1997. Richard graduated from La Rue High School, class of 1959. Richard worked for the Quaker Oats company as a journeyman maintenance mechanic, International ...

Carol Lee Lantz, age 91, passed away at Marion General Hospital after a brief illness on July 15, 2026. Carol was born in Green Camp, Ohio on August 28, 1934, to the late Charles Artemus (Art) Furniss, and Bernice Marie (Fryman) Furniss. Carol was a graduate of Caledonia High School. Carol married her late husband Douglas Leroy Lantz at the Caledonia Church of Christ on August 10, 1952, by her great uncle, Rev. Fenton Fish. After marriage, she worked at Morrow County Hospital as a nurse ...

Randy Clark Lee, age 62, of Morral, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home after a long fight with cancer, surrounded by his wife and children on Thursday, July 30, 2026. He was born in Springfield, Ohio, on May 21, 1964, to the late Roger Lee and Mary (Clark) Snyder. A high school graduate of Springfield North, Randy worked for Honda for 38 years before retiring. He married Becky (Wagner) Hardman-Lee, who brought great happiness and companionship to his life. He is survived by wife and ...

"I have fought the good fight- I have kept the faith- now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness." 2 Timothy 4:7-8 Heaven Gained one of the best.... Richard Steven Brammell passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 3, 2026. Born April 24, 1952- he was the son of Albert and Elizabeth Brammell, who preceded him in death. Rick was a 1970 graduate of Ridgedale High School. After Graduation he went on to pursue his dreams of working in the construction field, driving ...

Phillip Gene Blanton, 89, of Marion, OH, passed away in the care of the Marion General Hospital on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. On November 30, 1936, he was born to his parents, George B. Conley and Lola Blanton, in Paintsville, KY.  Phillip was a hardworking man his entire life. He worked for Quaker Oats for 34 and a half years and farmhand for a friend. In his free time, he was known to drive his golf cart around his neighborhood. He also enjoyed horseback riding, camping, watching his ...

Russell “Mike” Dean Blanton, 59, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, July 27, 2026. Mike was born on September 12, 1966, to his late parents, Russell E. Blanton and Ruby R.D.  Firestone (Mahaffey). Mike worked at Kroger for 4 plus years before his passing.  He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his sister, Kimberly Rauscher, of Marion, OH, his niece, nephew, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Carolyn Ruth Rush, age 79, of Rochester Hills, Michigan, (Formerly of Marion) passed away at her residence on July 15, 2026. Carolyn was born to the late Claire Albert and June Elizabeth (Sparks) Johnson on February 17, 1947. Carolyn graduated from Marion Harding High School and would marry the love of her life, Raymond F. Rush Jr., in November of 1965. Carolyn worked at Special Mold Engineering for over 30 years in their accounts payable department. Carolyn enjoyed Crocheting and cooking. ...