All Obituaries

Jeffrey “Jeff” G. Fisher, 63 of North Kingsville, passed away unexpectedly April 15, 2024, following a brief illness. He was born March 4, 1961, to Thomas and Gleneva (Hess) Fisher in Akron, Ohio. Jeff began his career in law enforcement in 1984 with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, attaining the rank of Sergeant.  In his time with the Patrol, he received numerous awards including Trooper of the Year and recognition for his heroic actions in saving the life of an employee on...

Shane J. Bambarger, 53, of Geneva, OH, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 15, 2024. Shane grew up in Howard, Pennsylvania and Conneaut, Ohio, the son of Donald R. Bambarger Sr., and Lola Bambarger and was a 1988 graduate of Conneaut High School. Shane is survived by the loves of his life:  Ex-wife Linda and children Francesca, Christopher and Olivia. Family members Lola Bambarger and siblings, Don (Linda) Bambarger of Albion, Pa, Meleah (Chris) Pustalek of South Bend, In,...

Albert Dean Thompson, 84, of North Kingsville, passed away unexpectedly on February 13, 2024 at Banner Health Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ. while traveling with his sister to visit his dearest friend and travel companion, Sally Prentiss in Tucson.    Dean was born at home on July 8, 1939 in Girard, PA, the second of six children of Charles and Arlene (Greenwood) Thompson. Dean was an outstanding student and avid reader in his youth, played French horn in the Rowe HS band,...

Marilyn J. Simak , age 92, of Kelloggsville, OH,  passed away peacefully at UH Conneaut Medical Center on Friday, April 12, 2024. Marilyn was born October 5, 1931, in North Kingsville, OH to the late William R. and Florence (Rennick) Applebee. She was raised in Kelloggsville, along with three brothers and six sisters. She attended Kingsville school, where she met her future husband in the third grade. She was academically inclined from a young age. On August 30, 1947, Marilyn married...

Helen M. Connors, 95, of Albion, went to Heaven, Wednesday evening, April 10, 2024. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. She was born April 5, 1929 in Crawford County, PA, the daughter of John and Mary (Yano) Hresko. Nothing was more important to Helen than her family. Even though she worked full time, she was always there for her kids. She was known as everyone’s mom. If there was a ride needed or someone forgot their lunch, the call went out to Mrs. Connors, and she...

Wilma L. Hahn, 83, of Conneaut passed away Saturday April 6, 2024 surrounded by her family.  Born December 29, 1940 in Erie, Pa., she was the daughter of Alton and Ruth (Collins) Peterson. Wilma loved to sew and was an excellent seamstress, making horse riding outfits, wedding dresses, for family and friends throughout the years, and she also made a opera singer outfit. She enjoyed puzzles, NASCAR and ceramics and she was known for her famous macaroni salad for family...

Betty Shean, 91, passed peacefully on April 3, 2024 at the Ashtabula County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  Betty was the daughter of Samuel and Ethel (Booth) Myers, born February 15, 1933 in Canandaigua, NY.  As a young girl, her family moved to Pittsburgh, PA. Betty met David E. Shean while she worked at a diner across the street from his gas station. They were married on December 17, 1949 in Pittsburgh.  In 1951, they moved to Monroe Township where she...

Gary Bernas, 73, of Conneaut, passed away on Monday March 25, 2024 at his home.  Born June 7, 1950 in Latrobe, Pa, he was the son of Frederick and Virginia (Callendar) Bernas. Gary served in the US Navy as a communications Technician. Honorably discharged in 1974. He went to Lock Haven University and received his Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education in 1978. Gary retired from Premix in North Kingsville. He enjoyed rooting for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates, Penguins,...

Maureen A. Coe, 81, of Conneaut, passed away Saturday March 23, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born March 4, 1943 in Conneaut, Ohio, she was the daughter of Harold and Blanche (Towne) Beckwith. Maureen was the secretary at the First Baptist Church, until her retirement, where she was a Deacon and Sunday School teacher. She belonged to the Navy Ladies Auxiliary of Fleet Reserve Association and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Conneaut American Legion Cowle Post #151. She...

Paul A. Marcy, Jr. 30, of Albion, PA passed away unexpectedly Wednesday March 20, 2024.  Born December 7, 1993 in Erie, PA, he was the son of Paul and Sandy Marcy, Sr. Paul graduated from Northwestern High School class of 2012. He enjoyed riding dirt bikes, going to concerts, tattoos, watching supercross racing, and his family and friends especially his dog Lily. Survivors include his parents, Paul and Sandy (Danielson) Marcy, Sr., sister, Kelly (Kyle Blackmer) Wolfe, maternal...