Obituaries « Penwell Turner Funeral Home (2024)

Richard Allen “Dick” Mott, age 64, peacefully and joyfully went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, March 15, 2015, at his home in Huron, after a short journey with ALS.

Dick was born July 27, 1950. He was a lifelong resident of Shelby before moving to Huron two years ago. He was a 1968 graduate of Shelby Senior High School and a proud member of the Shelby Whippet football team. Dick retired after 30 years of service as the Superintendent of the Shelby Wastewater Treatment Facility. He was also a former board member of Park Village. A man of great faith, Dick was a founding and very active member of Shelby Christian and Missionary Alliance Church where he had served as an Elder. For over 18 years, Dick positively impacted the lives of many students through Youth for Christ/Campus Life, where he was known to many as “Bible Man”. After moving to “The Lake” he attended The Chapel in Sandusky.

Fishing and sharing the joy of fishing with others were two of Dick’s favorite activities. He was a very active outdoorsman who loved walking, hiking and bike riding. Dick was proud of his large family whom he loved dearly. He enjoyed being the card shark of the family and loved playing with his grandkids in the water. Two of Dick’s greatest qualities are that he had a servant’s heart and showed his love by helping others. He was a faithful husband, strong father, playful grandpa, and loyal friend. He will be deeply missed.

Dick is survived by his wife, Karen (Huston) Russell Mott, whom he married on February 12, 1994. Also surviving are two sons: John and Theresa (Milliron) Mott of Crestline, Steve and Jenny (Hughes) Mott of Grayson, GA; a daughter: Michelle and Major Riley Post of West Point, NY; 2 step-daughters: Laura (Russell) Reinbolt of Albany, NY; Megan (Russell) and David Shook of Mansfield; 15 grandchildren: Nathan, Logan, Alison, and Jackson Mott; Hailey, Kaitlyn, and expected child Anna Mott; Elizabeth, Saedi, Isaac, Solomon, Josiah, Gideon, and Gabriel Post; and Blake Reinbolt; 3 brothers: Matthew “Bud” Mott of Shelby, Robert “Bob” (Kimberly) Mott of Livonia, MI; Russell “Rusty” Mott of Leesville; 4 brothers-in-law: Rod (Vickie) Huston, Mark (Martha) Stentz, Jon (Linda) Stentz, and Jim Stentz; 2 sisters-in-law: Jane (Charles) Risner and Linda (Clayton) Hallmark; loved cousin: E. Jean Thom; special family friends: Patti Norcutt and Lindsey (Ben) Pratt; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 16 years, Beth Ann (Stentz) Mott and his parents John Francis and Mary Jane (Holtz) Mott.

Family and friends are welcome on Thursday, March 19, 2015 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11 AM at the Shelby Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, 105 East Smiley Avenue, Shelby, with Pastor Jason Nelson officiating. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Shelby. Memorial contributions may be made to Shelby Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, The Chapel or Stein Hospice, both of Sandusky.

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Anna R. Zimmerman, age 81 years, 6 months, 20 days, died Monday, March 16, 2015 after a short illness at the home of her daughter Arlene.

She was born August 27, 1933 in Lancaster County, PA the daughter of the late Norman and Mary (Reiff) Hoover. Mrs. Zimmerman was a homemaker and a member of the Springmill Old Order Mennonite Church.

On January 27, 1955 she married Ben Zimmerman and he survives along with their 12 children; Earl (Lena) Zimmerman of Plymouth, Leroy (Esther) Zimmerman of Greenwich, Allen (Verna) Zimmerman of Unity, WI, Paul (Verna) Zimmerman of Plymouth, Edward (Susie) Zimmerman of Plymouth, Mary (Adin) Horst of Harrod, OH, Arlene (Mark) Weaver of Shelby, Ben Nevin (Bernice) Zimmerman of Shelby, Elvin (Miriam) Zimmerman of Plymouth, Norman (Arlene) Zimmerman of Plymouth, Marian (Mark) Hoover of Elkton, KY, Marvin (Esther) Zimmerman of Shelby; 81 Grandchildren; 87 Great grandchildren; 5 sisters: Martha Nolt of PA, Frances Martin of PA, Esther (Marvin) Zimmerman of PA, Mary (David) Zimmerman of PA, Alta (Paul) Zimmerman of PA; 3 Brothers: Norman (Esther) Hoover of PA, Harvey (Annie) Hoover, PA, Paul (Vera) Hoover of PA. She was preceded in death by an infant son, 4 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, 2 brothers: Aaron Hoover and John Hoover.

Friends and family are welcome on Thursday, March 19, 2015 from 4-8 PM at the family home at 3528 Richards Road, Plymouth. The family will meet there at 9 AM Friday prior to the funeral service which will be held at 9:30 AM at the Springmill Old Order Mennonite Church, on Dininger Road, Shelby with Bishop Ammon Burkholder officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family requests that flowers be omitted.

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Fred E. Volz, Jr., age 70, of Willard, died Thursday, March 12, 2015 at Firelands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky.

He was born September 20, 1944 in Mansfield, the son of the late Fred E. and Eula Marie (Duncan) Volz, Sr. Fred was a 1962 graduate of Lexington High School and served in the Air Force Reserves. He retired from AK Steel in Mansfield after 25 years of service. He also worked at several other steel manufacturing plants in Michigan, Alabama, and Ohio. Fred also had his Real Estate License and sold real estate for Brown Realty. Fred enjoyed music, especially Rock and Roll, and loved to dance. Fred found joy in the simple pleasures like boating, fishing, baking and gardening. He was an avid sports fan following the Cleveland Browns and The Ohio State Buckeyes. He adored spending time with his family and especially his dogs which he spoiled. Many people looked up to Fred and cared about him deeply as he was a good man and a role model to many.

Fred is survived by his wife, Brenda K. (Patrick) Volz whom he wed on November 30, 1985; 6 daughters: Victoria (Craig) Iceman of Lexington, Melissa (Harold) Washington of Willard, Rachel Monn of Willard, Angel (Todd) Johnson of Shelby, Robin (Onterio) Pearson of San Marcos, CA, Randi (Derek) DeGray of Shelby; 12 grandchildren; 1 great grandson; a brother: Charles Volz of Lexington; 2 sisters: Barbara (Ted) Beal of Lexington and Gayle (Chris) Bacquet of PA.

Family and friends are welcome on Monday, March 16, 2015 from 11 AM – 2 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby to celebrate the life of Fred. Aservice will be at 2 PM. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, New Haven. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Diabetes Association.

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Sally J. Moore, age 83, of Ashland and formerly of Shelby, died Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.

Sally was born on February 20, 1932 in Shelby, the daughter of the late Zeno Louis and Elsie (Waines) Hursh. She was a 1950 graduate of Shelby Senior High School and was a homemaker. Sally enjoyed sewing, flower gardening, and collecting miniatures.

On May 29, 1952 Sally married Forrest D. Moore and he survives. Also surviving are 4 children: Fonda (Sonny) Clark of Greenville, Peggy (Mark) McKown of Shelby, Scott (Sara) Moore of Mansfield, and JoAnn (Mic) Kempf of Creston; 8 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; 2 sisters: Becky (Jerry) Barber of Shelby, and Bonnie (Ben) Niles of Indiana. In addition to her parents, Sally was preceded in death by: a sister: Mary Biddle; 3 brothers: Bill Hursh, Jim Hursh, and John Hursh.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 12 noon at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby with Pastor Russel Yoak, Pastor of the First Lutheran Church in Shelby, officiating. Family and friends are welcome from 10 AM – 12 noon prior to the service on Saturday. Memorial contributions may be made to Donate Life America, 701 E. Byrd Street, 16^th Floor, Richmond, VA, 23219 or the Wounded Warrior Project, 301 Grant Street, Suite 900, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

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Lester G. Brubaker, age 86, of Plymouth, died early Friday morning, March 6, 2015 at his home.

Lester was born November 9, 1928 in Lancaster County, PA, the son of the late Jesse A. and Ida H. (Gehman) Brubaker. Lester was a farmer his entire life and was a member of the Chester Mennonite Church in Wooster.

Lester is survived by his wife, Elsie H. (Martin) Brubaker, whom he wed on May 30, 1957. Also surviving are: 7 children: Eugene (Mildred) Brubaker of Kinzers, PA, Ervin (Mary Ellen) Brubaker of Bloomville, OH, Earl (Barbara) Brubaker of Shelby, OH, Mary Ann (Jere) Zimmerman of Narvon, PA, Ray (Joy) Brubaker of Greenwich, OH, John (Susan) Brubaker of Plymouth, OH, Linda (Ross) Martin of Denver, PA; 37 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; 2 brothers: Reuben (Leah) Brubaker of Martindale, PA; Emanuel (Judith) Brubaker of Ephrata, PA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: a grandson, Mark R. Brubaker; a great grandson, Scott Garman; 2 brothers: Elvin Brubaker, Elam Brubaker; 4 sisters: Mary Shirk, Edith Shirk, Irene Shirk, and Goldie Brubaker.

Family and friends are welcome on Sunday, March 8, 2015 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Woodlawn Mennonite Church, 6940 State Route 13, Greenwich, Ohio. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 10 AM at the Chester Mennonite Church, 7243 Lattasburg Road, Wooster, Ohio with Bishop Paul Zimmerman officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family requests that flowers be omitted. Care for Lester and his family is being provided by Bob, Catherine, and Jake at the Turner Funeral Home in Shelby.

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Gladys Pauline Myers, age 96, of Shelby, died Friday, February 27, 2015 at the Crestwood Care Center in Shelby.

She was born February 24, 1919 in Heath, Ohio the daughter of the late Daniel and Harriet (Moose) McGinnis. Mrs. Myers was a former employee of The Peoples Store and The Fashion Shop both in Shelby. She also helped her husband Marlin on their family farm. Gladys was a member of First Lutheran Church in Shelby. In her younger years, she was a 4-H advisor for many years, was a member of a mothers club and Piecemakers Quiltters Club. Gladys was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed china painting and making dolls.

Mrs. Myers is survived by her children: Judy (Jacque) Hoover, Dean (Gail) Myers, and Larry Myers all of Shelby; her grandchildren: Kimberly Hale, Gary (Jodi) Myers, Kelley Blankenship, Nikki Myers, Heidi (Kevin) Alt, JR Hoover, Julie (Jim) Chambers, Jody (Steve) Yockey, Tera (Greg) Rouse; 22 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband: Marlin W. Myers in 1995; a sister: Mary Fuchs; 2 brothers and their wives: Frank (Lois) McGinnis and Dan (Gerry) McGinnis; a granddaughter-in-law: Reba Hoover.

Family and friends are welcome on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby where funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday at 10:30 AM by Pastor Russel Yoak. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Shelby. Memorial expressions may be made to First Lutheran Church Endowment Fund or Hospice of North Central Ohio.

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Marilyn M. Kleer, age 86, of Shelby, died Sunday, February 22, 2015 at OhioHealth MedCentral Shelby Hospital.

Marilyn was born on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1929, in Mansfield, the daughter of the late Chester and Wilhelmina (Damlos) Grandon. She was a 1947 graduate of Mansfield Senior High School and began her working career with a job at Mansfield Tire. She married John Kleer on May 30, 1948 at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Mansfield. Together they bought and operated Weber’s Café in Plymouth and later, Kleer’s Café in Shelby. She had also worked at various restaurants as a cook including, Shelby Country Club, Spinning Wheel, and Johnny’s Lunch. Marilyn was a very talented cook and baker, something she truly loved to do. Marilyn had devoted her time to being a Cub Scout Den Mother for many years. She was a crossword puzzle extraordinaire, enjoyed shopping, and used to enjoy walking with several ladies in her neighborhood. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Shelby.

Marilyn is survived by 2 sons: James and Gail Kleer of Bucyrus, Steven and Karen Kleer of Lima; a daughter: Peggy Kleer of Columbus; 2 grandsons: Adam Kleer and Aaron Kleer both of Columbus; a sister-in-law: Marge Kleer of Howard, Ohio; and good friends: Luci Grimmer of Shelby, Betty Snyder of Mansfield, and Tess Love of Shelby. In addition to her parents, Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, John, on November 14, 2010 and two siblings, Naomi Carr and William Grandon.

Family and friends are welcome on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 from 4-7 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 11 AM with Pastor Russel Yoak officiating. Burial will be in Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Lutheran Church or the ABC Center.

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Judith Ann “Judy” Craley, age 77, of Shelby, died Monday evening, February 16, 2015 at her home.

Judy was born May 20, 1937 in Shelby, the daughter of the late Arthur and Anna (Sines) Conklin. She was a 1956 graduate of Shelby High School. Judy was a wonderful caregiver having worked for several years as an STNA at Heritage Care Center and then at First Assembly of God Daycare. She had been a member at Trinity United Methodist Church in Shelby and was currently a member of Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Mansfield. She had taught Sunday school for several years. Judy enjoyed gardening and was a member of the Garden Club. She loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

On September 5, 1959 she married Kenneth A. Craley and he survives. Also surviving are 3 children: Stephen Craley of Blacklick, Ohio, Sharon (Timothy) Layland of Shelby, Suzanne (Kevin) Metzger of Westerville, Ohio; 5 grandchildren: Nathan (fiancé, Jessica Miller) Craley, Kimberly Gheen, Christopher Metzger, John (Ashley) Miller, Ryan Metzger; 9 great grandchildren; a brother-in-law: Frederick (Cathy) Craley of Granville, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by 3 siblings: Adrian Conklin, Marietta V. Conklin, and Jeanette Hout.

Family and friends are welcome on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 11 AM with Rev. Dr. Edna Stahl officiating. Burial will follow in Iberia Cemetery. A reception for guests will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church in Shelby at the conclusion of the graveside services. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of North Central Ohio or the American Cancer Society.

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Annette Elisabeth (Fry) Gibson, age 61, of Shelby, died Thursday, February 12, 2015 at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky.

She was born December 1, 1953 in Shelby, the daughter of the late Richard B. and Peggy J. (Major) Fry. She was a 1972 graduate of Shelby Senior High School and a 1975 graduate of Mansfield General Hospital School of Nursing. Annette began her nursing career in 1975 at Shelby Hospital, having served her entire career there. She was a very dedicated nurse spending 23 years in labor and delivery and then in administration as a case manager. She retired in 2010. Annette especially appreciated the lifelong friendships she made in her career, beginning in nursing school.

She was an active life-long member of First Lutheran Church in Shelby where she was a member of the welcoming and fellowship committee, adult choir, hand bell choir, was a lector, shepherd, and helped with vacation Bible school. She was also a member of the Young Reflections Mothers Club, Hazel Grove Jolly Club and Hazel Grove Ladies Aide. She enjoyed needlepoint and embroidery.

She is survived by her husband: Harold E. “Hal” Gibson, whom she wed on June 21, 2003; 2 sons: Aaron Reed of Parma and Christopher Reed of Shelby; a granddaughter: Austyn May Batory; a step daughter: Jenny (Mike) Kelly of Mansfield; a step grandson: Michael Kelly; 2 siblings: Connie (Mic) Ament and Mark (Susan) Fry all of Shelby; Nieces, nephews and other relatives; a special friend and personal caregiver: Lynne Phillips of Greenwich. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Friends and family are welcome on Friday, February 20, 2014 at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby from 6-8 PM. Funeral services will be at 10:30 AM on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at First Lutheran Church, 33 Broadway, Shelby with Pastor Russel Yoak and Mrs. Gaye Shira officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Plymouth. Memorial expressions may be made to Northern Ohio Chapter of ALS Association or to First Lutheran Church.

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Richard G. “Dick” Reed, age 78, of Shelby, died Thursday, February 12, 2015 at his home.

He was born May 20, 1936 in Shelby the son of the late Clarence Alvie and Ohma Elma (Waters) Reed. Dick was a 1954 Graduate of Shelby High School, earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Education from Ashland College and received a Master’s Degree in Administration from Bowling Green State University. He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War.

Dick began working at AMF in Shelby prior to attending college. After his college graduation he began his teaching career at Shelby City Schools where he taught typing, and record keeping. He was a highly respected teacher and coach – coaching JV and varsity football, basketball and track, serving with coaches Bill Wilkens, Don Monn, Bill Varble, Ron Stepsis, Howard Plocher. He finished a 31 year teaching career as Shelby’s Athletic Director, retiring in 1996.

He was a very active member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Shelby where he was a member of the Vestry, taught Sunday school and was a lay reader. Church was a very important part of his life. He was President of the Shelby Cloverleaf Square Dance Club, was a member of Johnny Appleseed Wood Carvers Club and was Past President of Shelby Senior Center. He was the proud recipient of the Jess Rath Christian Service Award, Charles C.W. Williams Sixth Man Award and was inducted into the Shelby High School Hall of Fame. Dick’s grandchildren brought him great joy and attending their sporting events was his most important hobby.

He is survived by his wife: Judy (Brinson) Reed, whom he wed on December 17, 1960; a daughter:Tally (Bob) Delauder of Shelby; a son: Rick Reed of Westerville; 4 grandchildren: Reed Delauder, Brinson Delauder, McClellan “Ella” Delauder and Delaney Reed; a brother: James Reed of Shelby; 2 sisters-in-law: Elaine Reed of Shelby and Sara (Bill) Gregor of Michigan; a brother-in-law: Robert (Connie) Brinson of Shelby. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister and brother-in-law: Donna and Ira Clabaugh; a brother: Ned Reed; a brother-in-law: Mark Brinson; and a sister-in-law: Mercedes “Mert” Reed.

Friends and family are welcome on Sunday, February 15, 2015 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby where funeral services will be conducted on Monday at 10:30 AM by Father Daniel Orr. Military honors will be conducted by the Richland County Joint Veterans Burial Detail. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery in Shelby. Memorial expressions may be made to St. Mark’s Church, Shelby Athletic Boosters or HelpLine Ministries.To leave a condolence or to share a story with Dick’s family, please visit:

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