ODA Announces Death of Ohio’s State Veterinarian Dr. Tony Forshey
Dorothy Pelanda, the director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, announced last week the passing of Dr. Tony Forshey, who has served for more than 15 years as Ohio’s State Veterinarian and Chief of Animal Health. Dr. Forshey, a Noble County native, was reportedly well-respected in his role. “It is with heavy hearts that the…
Read MoreCharlie Morton
Charlie Morton, age 83, of Caldwell, Ohio, died Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Altercare Summit Acres. He was born May 1, 1938, in Stanton, Kentucky, son of the late John T. and Ella Morton. Charlie retired as a journeyman line from IBEW Local #71, Columbus following 35 years of service and he attended the Caldwell…
Read MoreMichael J. Crum
Michael J. Crum age 56, of Caldwell, Ohio passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021 at the Marietta Memorial Hospital in Marietta, Ohio. He was born May 5, 1965 in Athens, Ohio, a son of Audrey M. Butler Crum and the late James A. Crum. He was a 1983 graduate of Caldwell High School and went…
Read MoreDorothy A. Hesson
Dorothy A. Hesson, age 89, of Elba, Ohio, died Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at Altercare Summit Acres in Caldwell, She was born July 13, 1932, in Noble County, daughter of the late Raymond and Cora Lori Lorey. Dorothy was a beloved mother and homemaker. She attended New Harmony Baptist Church and she loved to read.…
Read MoreElza Lester McIntire
Elza Lester McIntire, age 79, of Caldwell, Ohio, died Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at his home. He was born July 20, 1942, in Washington Twp., Tuscarawas County, Ohio, son of the late Sheridan and Clara Bench McIntire. Elza was a United States Army veteran. He retired as a driver from the Guernsey County Senior Citizens…
Read MoreLaly D. Nixon
Laly D. Nixon age 64, of Caldwell, Ohio passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, November 16, 2021. He was born April 23, 1957, in Pell City, AL a son of the late Laly Dalton Nixon and Mary Sue Green Kennard. He enjoyed singing, watching television, and collecting coins. He could often be found…
Read MoreCarolyn Jean (Chesser) Wharton
Carolyn Jean (Chesser) Wharton, 84, of Cambridge, passed away Sunday (November 21, 2021) at her home. She was born June 8, 1937 in Columbus, daughter of the late Charles E. and Marianna (Hollburg) Chesser. Mrs. Wharton, along with her husband Harry, were the owners and operators of the former Wharton General Store in Mt. Ephraim. …
Read MoreCharles Frederick Thompson II
Charles Frederick Thompson II, passed away on November 22, 2021 in Tucson, Arizona. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio on April 4, 1936 to Charles F. Thompson, M.D. and Ruth Virginia Walters Thompson. He grew up in Caldwell, Ohio, attended Marietta College, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Charlie was a proud…
Read MoreEugene Crawford
Eugene Crawford, Age 70, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 20 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. Surviving are stepchildren, John (Louida) Brown, Jimmy (April) Mercer, Victor (Alesia) Mercer, Leila (Don) Huntsman, Jeannie (Don) Guy, Mary Mercer and Betty Anderson; several step-grandchildren; one sister, Lucile (Bruce) English; two nieces, Cecile (Ryan) Watters and Tiffany (Adam) Hesson; great nephews and a…
Read MoreThompson Sentenced to Life without Parole
Tyler Thompson, 29, of Belle Valley has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for killing his fiancée, Leah B. Hines, in March. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost said, “This man killed a person he claimed to love and had promised to share a life with. He richly deserves his sentence…
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