Obituaries

Melvin L. Yoder

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GAMBIER -- Melvin L. Yoder died on Sept. 29, 2020, at his residence in Gambier. He was born on April 5, 1932, in Middlefield, to the late Levi S. and Lizzie(Schrock) Yoder.

On Dec. 31, 1953, he was married to Dena Mast. Melvin was ordained as Deacon at MelitaChristian Fellowship in 1982.

He is survived by his wife, Dena Yoder; nine children, Edna (Edward) Hochstedler of Gambier; Irma (John) Wengerd of Dundee; Melvin Dale (Mary Ellen) Yoder of Danville; Daniel (Mary Edna) Yoder of Shipshewana, IN; Marvin (Esther) Yoder of Gambier; Ada (Wayne) Miller of Columbus, NC; Miriam (Marion) Miller of Gambier; Linda (Floyd) Eash of Utica; James (Monica) Yoder of Gambier; 46 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Gertrude Miller of Hartville and Naomi Mast of Cochranton, PA.

He is preceded in death by four brothers, Steve Yoder of Nappanee, IN, Owen Yoder of Crofton, KY, Nelson Yoder of Hartville, and Levi Leon Yoder of Middlefield; three sisters, Mattie (Willis) Wittmer of Sarasota, FL; Sarah(Noah) Miller of Middlefield, OH; and Ada (Eli) Miller of Carrollton,OH.

Calling hours will be held on Monday, Oct. 5, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Melita Christian Fellowship, 9956 Camp Ohio Road, Utica, OH 43080. Funeral will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 10 a.m. at Melita Christian Fellowship.

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Carolyn A. Strait

Carolyn A. Strait, 82, of Mount Vernon passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, at the Laurels of Mount Vernon.

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Terry Tighe

MOUNT VERNON -- Terry Tighe of Mount Vernon passed away on Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 29, 2020.

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Beverly Lou Lewis Coffing

Beverly Lou Lewis Coffing, loving wife and mother of five children, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, at age 91, surrounded by her immediate family as she entered her kingdom of Heaven.

She was born at Memorial Hospital in Mount Vernon on April 18, 1929, the first and only child of Ralph G. and Roberta (Pond) Lewis who preceded her in death. Beverly began life on her mother Roberta’s ancestral home, “the Pond farm,” on Yankee Street near Waterford, and thus, always felt a lifelong kinship with the folks of that community. In her youth she was a member of the Waterford Church of Christ. Then her family moved to Fredericktown when her father, Ralph Lewis, became manager of the Kroger store on North Main Street.

Bev cherished her years growing up in town and while attending Fredericktown High School, met the love of her life, Warren “Joe” Coffing. Immediately after graduating in 1947 she and her returning Navy Vet Joe were married at the Presbyterian Church July 19, 1947. Their union produced five children over a period of 15 years, one son and four daughters from 1948 through 1962, which kept them very busy. They would come to celebrate 65 years together until his death in 2012. Shortly after their marriage Bev and Joe joined up with her father Ralph to start and operate Lewis & Coffing IGA grocery store on South Main Street for 33 years, where Joe’s meat department attracted customers from all over the county. Bev would continue to fervently work alongside her husband for several years not only at their supermarket but also at their Green Valley Meats business. On the home front Beverly would become the consummate homemaker and mother to her five children, instilling in them a sense of morality and unconditional love. She took great pride in providing a neat and clean household for her family and guests as well as preparing scrumptious meals. Baking became her passion. Her Christmas spreads of holiday cookies, fudge and pies became legendary and Bev’s homemade pies were always top favorites at the Baptist Tomato Show Booth.

Beverly was a woman of deep Christian faith and a devout member of the Fredericktown First Baptist Church, where she embraced the fellowship of its members of nearly 70 years. She loved to read, especially inspirational books, her Bible and magazines. Among her many pastimes Bev enjoyed interior home decorating, shopping for arts and crafts with her daughters, gardening and liked to landscape her Green Valley home with flowers and shrubs. In the spring her “green thumb” was always noticeable. She and Joe travelled worldwide with their grocer friends and particularly enjoyed Hawaii, Mexico and Greece, where she got to walk in the footsteps of St. Paul and Corinth. Being the family matron, Bev was always busy attending family functions: graduations, concerts, weddings, reunions, ball games, etc., but most of all, her biggest enjoyment was time spent graciously hosting cozy events for family and friends, where her buoyant charm permeated the entire house…as well as those wafting aromas of her cooking, especially at year end holidays. Those close to her will remember her as the loving and caring daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother that she was.

Left to cherish her memory are her 5 children; Rick Coffing of Columbus, Nancy and her husband Butch Bates of Mount Vernon, Susan Kim Coffing of Chicago, Lisa and husband Elton Easterday of Mount Vernon, Julie and husband Dave Morris of Westerville; her four grandchildren, Alicia Johnston, Curtis James, Kristen James Pasters, and Casey Camillo; her six step grandchildren, Heather Bates Cox, Misty Bates Cole, Kim Morris Kerr, Todd Morris, Clay and Anna Easterday; her 12 great-grandchilren; Nevaeh, Carter, Ola Mae, Evan, Blake, Rachel, Addie, Avery, Gus, Abe, Mia and Blair; plus several nieces and nephews, e.g., Sally Wright and Barry Coffing.

Calling hours will be held on Monday, Oct. 5, from 11 a.m. until the time of funeral service starting at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 22 E. Sandusky St, Fredericktown, OH 43019, with Pastor Brian Snow officiating. A private family graveside will follow.

Memory contributions may be made to: First Baptist Church: 22 E Sandusky St, Fredericktown, OH 43019.

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Kevin Edward Frazee

HOWARD – Kevin Edward Frazee, 61, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family on Friday, Sept. 25, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. With the love and care of his family and Hospice of Central Ohio, Kevin remained peaceful and comfortable. He was born in Mount Vernon on Jan. 21, 1959, to Margaret (Krownapple) Frazee and Gene Frazee.

Kevin is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Mary (Mullins) Frazee; and his three children Colin Frazee of Columbus, Tyler (Denny) Hoobler of Howard, and Sarah (Dara) Loch of Blacklick. He was the beloved grandfather (Papaw) to four beautiful grandchildren, Vincent Frazee, Ava and Charlotte Hoobler, and Isabelle Loch. Kevin is also survived by his three sisters, Geneen Schonauer, Renee (Doug) Gilbert and Madonna Rapp, all of Howard; as well as many special nieces and nephews.

Kevin was preceded in death by his loving grandmother Helena Krownapple; mother Margaret (Frazee) Summers; his father Gene Frazee; stepfather David Summers; brothers Jeff Frazee, Brett Frazee and Todd Frazee.

Kevin was truly an eccentric individual who always had an interesting story to tell. He was a master carpenter who was known for building custom homes, one-of-a-kind furniture pieces, and wooden arks and toys. He was always working on a project, and tinkering on his old 1928 Chevrolet was his favorite pastime. Kevin loved to tell jokes, go camping with his family, set off fireworks, and spoil his grandchildren.

He was a dedicated husband to his wife of forty years, Mary, who was his high school sweetheart and proclaimed love of his life. Kevin loved being a father and taught his children how to live life to the fullest and to be brave. He also was the very best Papaw to his four grandchildren who adored him, and he could make an ordinary day seem extra special. Kevin had a multitude of lifelong friends that he enjoyed spending time and swapping stories with.

The Lasater Funeral Home, located at 11337 Upper Gilchrist Road in Mount Vernon, will be handling the Celebration of Life Service. Gathering of family and friends for calling hours will be Thursday, Oct. 1, from 2-5 p.m.; followed by the Celebration of Life Service. A dessert reception will be held afterward in the Lasater Family Center.

In lieu of flowers, please donate in Kevin’s memory to Hospice of Central Ohio or the James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Center.

To express a condolence to the Frazee family, please visit www.lasaterfuneralhomes.com.

Shelton Eugene Gadd

After a month-long battle, Shelton Eugene Gadd, 74, passed from this life into eternity with his Savoir Jesus. He died on Sept. 28, 2020, at the OSU Medical Center in Columbus.

The last of seven children, he was born July 5, 1946, in Mount Vernon, to Mae and Echols Gadd of Fredericktown.

Growing up on a farm, Shelton learned many skills that would serve him well in life. Working hard, honesty and a fun sense of humor were his most valuable qualities. Over the years, he farmed, worked in factories, laid asphalt, managed cattle farms, and worked in construction for Claggett and Sons in Newark, Ohio. In the last 5 years, he enjoyed working at Lynd Fruit Farm and Blue Frog Farm, where his co-workers became dear friends. This past January, Shelton went to work for Hickory Run Farms, where he once again made special friendships.

Shelton enjoyed and avidly followed high school and college football. Some of his greatest pleasures were watching his son, nephews, nieces and friends play sports.

After graduating from Fredericktown High School in 1964, Shelton worked a short time at Cooper Bessemer in Mount Vernon before enlisting in the US Airforce.

Sgt. Shelton E Gadd proudly served in the US Airforce during the Vietnam war, from 1965 to 1969. He was stationed in Texas, Mississippi, and the Philippine Islands.

Shelton is survived by his loving family and cherished friends who will miss him every day. Wife Mary (White) Gadd of 49 years; dear son Isaac Christopher Gadd; sisters Mary Braddock, Mount Vernon, Ohio, Garnet Cover, Mount Gilead, Ohio, Betty (John “Red”) Shaw, Mount Vernon, Ohio, and Carol (Alden) Coe, Mount Vernon, Ohio; brother Wesley (Irene) Gadd, Mount Vernon, Ohio, as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, and their children.

Preceding him in death were parents Echols and Mae Gadd, sister and brother-in-law Avanelle and Eldon Spearman, as well as brothers-in-law Howard Cover and Dale Braddock.

Friends may call on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home, 201 Newark Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050. A funeral service will be held on Friday beginning at 11 a.m. at Christ the King Community Church, 15598 McClelland Road, Fredericktown, OH 43019, where friends may call one-hour prior. Burial with military honors provided by the Knox County Joint Veterans Council will follow in Northfork Cemetery near Waterford.

In lieu of flowers, help someone in need. Ask God to show you who you can be a blessing to and remember Shelton as you give. He did that, and you will bless his memory by helping others.

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The Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home of Mount Vernon is honored to serve the family of Shelton E. Gadd.

The Rev. Richard C. King

MOUNT VERNON – The Rev. Richard C. King, 88, of Mount Vernon and formerly of Coshocton, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, at his daughter’s home in Westerville with his loving family by his side.

Richard was born on Feb. 19, 1932, in Cincinnati, to the late John and Mary (Rogers). He was a graduate of Asbury University and served as a pastor for the Church of the Nazarene for over 50 years. He was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Mount Vernon.

Richard is survived by his wife of over 65 years, Lauretta (Alford) King; his daughters, Krista Henry, Kathy (Terry) Waller, Cheryl (Greg) Sharpes and Gina (Hadi) Khouri; his sons, Mark (Shelly) King, Mike (Lydia) King and David (Faith) King; 29 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; and his sister Barbara Steidel.

Friends may call on Friday, Oct. 2, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene, 807 Coshocton Ave. in Mount Vernon. A service will follow, beginning at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Mike King and the Rev. Francis Bolerjack officiating. Burial will follow in Mound View Cemetery.

The family would like to thank Mt. Carmel St. Ann’s Hospice for their wonderful care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Church of the Nazarene; 807 Coshocton Ave.; Mount Vernon, OH 43050.

To send the family a condolence online, visit www.snyderfuneralhomes.com.

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Georgia Mae Miller

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MOUNT VERNON, Washington -- Georgia Mae Miller, 83, passed away Monday, Sept. 21, 2020, in Mount Vernon, Washington, following a series of strokes. She was born on Sept. 1, 1937, at home in New Holland, Ohio, to Forrest and Wilma (Briggs) McCune. She graduated from New Holland High School in 1955 and worked for the Ohio State Bureau of Workers Compensation before moving to Mount Vernon, Ohio, in 1957. She married Carl Jay Miller on Dec. 2, 1957, at Adrian, Michigan. She was a happy homemaker and worked various jobs in Mount Vernon. She and her husband Carl lived in Knox County until moving to Washington to live with their daughter and son–in-law. She was a member of the Church of Christ and she had been a hospice volunteer for 14 years.

Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Charles Allen 1958 (Teresa Harvill) Miller of Copperas Cove, Texas, and Carl Joseph Miller 1962 of Columbus, Ohio; daughter Cynthia 1960 (Thomas) Grillot of Mount Vernon, Washington.Georgia and Carl have seven grandchildren, Joshua Carl Miller, Caleb Stafford Miller, Katherine O’Rell (Pete) Fell, Micheal Thomas (Tarah Howard) Grillot, Nicholas Allen (SarahTroxell) Grillot, Daniel Ray Grillot, and Kimberly Ann Miller. Also surviving are nine great-grandchildren: Rahymon Micheal Grillot, Eliana Katherine Fell, Annalise Teresa Fell, Keziah Renee Fell, Claire Ryann Grillot, Zoey Autumn Grillot, Jacob Allen Grillot, Emilie Rose Grillot and Penelope Jeane Fell. Survivors also include a sister, Clarisse 1950 (David) Sprouse of Chillicothe, Ohio, and a brother William 1947 (Theresa) McCune of Florida.

She was preceded in death by her father 2/13/1978, and her mother 11/17/1984; a sister Barbara Lee Johnson 9/19/2019; a great-granddaughter Alyssa Marie Grillot 12/19/2007; a brother-in-law John William Johnson 6/17/2013; and a great-granddaughter Zoey O’Rell Fell 8/3/2009.

Graveside inurnment will be held at Danville Workman Cemetery in Danville, Ohio, at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Kern Funeral Home, Mount Vernon, Washington.

Please visit www.kernfuneralhome.com where you may share memories or offer your condolences to Georgia Miller’s family and view the celebration of her life which was held on Saturday, Sept. 26, at the family home in Mount Vernon, Washington.

Lincoln Boyd Stevens

Lincoln Boyd Stevens, 69, of Mount Vernon passed away on Saturday morning, Sept. 26, 2020, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center after a recent diagnosis of cancer.

He was born on Oct. 14, 1950, in Pittsburg, Kansas, to the late Dr. Morris L. and Grace (Toland) Stevens. They were an influential part of Lincoln’s spiritual formation and intellectual pursuits, guiding him toward what is good, true, and beautiful.

Lincoln attended Asbury College in Wilmore, Kentucky, where he studied philosophy from 1968-1972. It was during the Asbury Revival of 1970 that he experienced the Lord in a deeper way, which shaped his relationships, his vocation, and his worldview for the rest of his life.

At the center of Lincoln’s life was his family. At Asbury, he met Betsy and started a relationship that developed, through letter-writing, into engagement and then marriage on August 24, 1974. He always claimed that Betsy made him a better man, husband, and father. They built a life and a family together. He loved and enjoyed being with his children and grandchildren; he always took an interest in their passions and looked for ways to learn and grow right alongside them. He very naturally filled their home with conversation and laughter that could be heard around the dinner table and in the living room. So often, he and Betsy showed hospitality by opening their home to hundreds of friends, students, visitors from other countries, and sometimes complete strangers.They also faithfully contributed to the life of Lakeholm Church of the Nazarene where Lincoln taught a Sunday school class for many years and where so many have become like family.

Lincoln found his calling in the area of philosophy. After college, he moved to Scotland to work on a Master’s in philosophy at the University of Edinburgh where he discovered the Scottish Common Sense philosophers and their particular influence on American thought and higher education. His time there had a profound influence on the direction of his own intellectual interests and teaching. He went on to earn a PhD from The Ohio State University. He eventually came to Mt. Vernon in 1977 to teach philosophy at Mount Vernon Nazarene College. In the classroom, he had the unique ability to engage all kinds of students with his sometimes shocking and silly antics. His desire was always the pursuit of truth, challenging his students to think critically and Christianly about their world in order to live better lives. He was not only a teacher but also a mentor and a friend. His legacy lives on in the thousands of students he had during his 43 years there.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Betsy” (Jarvis) Stevens; children, Sarah (David) Lehman and their daughter Lola of Charlottesville, VA, Adam Stevens and his children Micah, Jonah, and Lydia of Boardman, Peter Stevens of Mount Vernon, and Katherine (Ben) Radcliffe and their children Simeon, Matthias, Tabea, Naomi, and Luka of Kudjip, Papua New Guinea; siblings, John (Jan) Stevens of Windsor, CT, Rozelle (Steve) Rumford of Macon, GA, Mary (Barney) Cochran of Mount Vernon, Delano (Kristen) Stevens of Franklin, TN, and Jane (Dan) Andrus of Centennial, CO; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

A private celebration of life service for family will be held at the Kokosing Nature Preserve on Friday, Oct. 2. The family will receive friends at his gravesite on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10-noon in the lawn area of the Kokosing Nature Preserve, 10620 Quarry Chapel Road, Gambier.

In lieu of flowers, a gift can be given to the Greatest Need Fund for Kudjip Nazarene Hospital in Papua New Guinea. A check can be made out to Lakeholm Church of the Nazarene (memo line: Lincoln Stevens). To give online, visit https://www.lakeholm.org where a link for the Lincoln Stevens Memorial Fund can be found.

To share a memory or send an expression of sympathy to the family visit www.snyderfuneralhomes.com.

The Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Lincoln Boyd Stevens.

Myron E. Thomas

MOUNT VERNON -- Myron E. Thomas, M.D, 87, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, at the Country Court Nursing Center in Mount Vernon. He was born on Jan. 28, 1933, in Marion, to the late Carl and Ortola (Eddy) Thomas.

Myron graduated from Bowling Green State University and earned his medical degree from The Ohio State University. Myron practiced Internal Medicine in Mount Vernon for over 50 years. He enjoyed bird hunting with his wife, Norma, and personally trained their bird dogs.

Myron is survived by his brother, J. Eddy (Barb) Thomas; sisters, Carla (Norbert) Hussey and Pam Thomas.

Myron is preceded in death by his wife Norma S. Thomas.

A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 30, in Oak Grove Cemetery, Delaware.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Ducks Unlimited or Pheasants Forever in Myron’s memory.

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The Flowers-Snyder Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is honored to serve the family of Myron E. Thomas, M.D.

Kimberly Ann Tobias

DANVILLE -- Kimberly Ann Tobias, 29, of Danville, died Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, at University of Toledo Medical Center, in Toledo.

Kimberly was born Sept. 17, 1991, in Columbus, to Wilbur and Patricia {Edwards} Tobias Jr.

She graduated from Danville High school in 2010.

Kimberly was active with the Special Olympics. Her favorite events were the 50-yard dash, softball toss, and bowling. Kimberly worked at both Creative Foundation and New Hope Industries. She sold paintings and candles. She was baptized Catholic, and confirmed at Saint Luke’s in Danville. Kimberly was also an Altar Server at Saint Luke’s. Everyone that met Kimberly instantly loved her and her positive energy. She always saw the good in each person she met.

Kimberly will be deeply missed by her parents of Danville; sister K.C. and niece Melinda of Florida; paternal grandmother Donna Tobias of Columbus; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Kimberly was preceded in death by her grandfathers and her maternal grandmother.

Memorial services will be Thursday, Oct. 1, at 1 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home-Mount Vernon Chapel with Deacon Tim Birie officiating. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Special Olympics Ohio, Inc. 3303 Winchester Pike Columbus, OH 43232.

Donna Jean Ulmer

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MOUNT VERNON -- Donna Jean Ulmer, 79, of Mount Vernon and formerly of Medina, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020, surrounded by her family at the County Club Center in Mount Vernon.

Donna was born May 17, 1941, in Valley City to Wellington and Verna (Saal) Hilty and retired from National City Bank. She was a member of Lutheran Memorial Church and enjoyed reading and watching the Cleveland Indians.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Bryan and Christine Ulmer of Mount Vernon, and two granddaughters, Marrisa Hope Hoffman-Ulmer and Teah Ryanne Hoffman-Ulmer.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Dovovan Hilty, and sisters, Janet Bessler and Joanne Hilty.

There will be a celebration of Donna’s life held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to your local Animal Shelter or Hospice. Visit www.Murray-Funeral-Home.com.

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