Michael R. "Mike" Sessler, age 71, of Castalia, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026. He was born on July 22, 1954, in Sandusky, Ohio, to Robert and Nancy Sessler. Michael was a devoted son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, known for the simple joys of life. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, farming, NASCAR, and found his greatest happiness in spending time with his grandchildren, who meant the world to him. In accordance with his wishes, no visitation or ...

Patricia I. “Pat” Leber, 82, of Monroeville passed away peacefully Thursday, April 23, 2026, at her residence. She was born May 22, 1943, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Pat has lived in Monroeville most of her life and was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ. Pat was a homemaker and cherished raising her family. She enjoyed puzzles and reading.  She is survived by her children, Scott (Kathy) Leber, Gary Leber, and Cindy Tallman, all of Monroeville; five ...

Gary F. Fries, 75, of Monroeville passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, April 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born July 6, 1950, in Norwalk to the late Clayton and Irene (Bauman) Fries. Gary was a 1968 graduate and athlete of St. Paul High School, Norwalk. He began working at Norfolk & Western Railroad in Norwalk after graduation and continued to work there for over forty years, retiring in 2010 from Bellevue Norfolk Southern Railroad. Gary was an avid sports fan, ...

Carole A. Schiefley, 79, of Sandusky passed away peacefully Saturday morning April 11, 2026, in the Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, after a brief illness. Prior to her passing, she received excellent care from the medical professionals of the Intensive Care Unit at Firelands Hospital, Sandusky. She was born on April 26, 1946, in Sandusky and was a 1964 graduate of Sandusky St. Mary’s Central Catholic High School. Carole married her high school sweetheart, Dale A. Schiefley on ...

Nanciann (Nancy) Beck Riedel Kobler, age 91, of Huron, Ohio, passed away on April 24, 2026. She was born on August 1, 1934, in Sandusky, Ohio to Mildred and Ray Beck. Nancy graduated from Sandusky High School in 1952. She worked as a switchboard operator at Ohio Bell, as a secretary at Mantey Vineyards, and a bookkeeper and occasional laborer for her first husband Karlheinz (Karl) Riedel’s local construction company. She also was the proprietor of The Collection Agency a craft and ...

William Everett (Bill) Clemens left this earth on April 8, 2026, at the age of 92. He was a proud Navy veteran who served his country during the Korean War. Bill was an avid reader, loved to ride his motorcycle and traveled the country extensively. He touched many people throughout his life. He was loved and will be missed. Bill is survived by his son, Bill (Sue) Clemens and his daughter, Linda Clemens; six grandchildren, James Sulek, Theresa Sulek, Joe Sulek, Rose Meckley, Dakota Yeaw, ...

Irene M. Bishop, 91, of Monroeville passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, April 9, 2026, at The Willows at Willard. She was born May 26, 1934, in Monroeville and was a graduate of Monroeville High School. Irene enjoyed playing Euchre, games, visiting Hollywood Casino, Bingo, but her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She is survived by six children, Michael (Becky) Bishop, Russell (Bernie) Bishop, both of Norwalk, Susan (Burl) Dellinger of Monroeville, Daniel (Lisa) ...

David “Curly” Behrendsen passed away peacefully at home on January 23, 2026. He was born on August 20, 1937, to Winnifred and Edgar Behrendsen in Sandusky, Ohio. David attended several schools, primarily in Sandusky, and graduated from Sandusky High School in 1955. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving on active duty from September 1955 through September 1959. After his discharge, he explored several career paths before settling into ...

On March 29, 2026, our Uncle Gary went home to be with family and friends. Gary was born to Harry and Gertrude Livingston July 5, 1942. Gary served in the US Army, stationed in Berlin during the 1950’s. Uncle Gary worked several jobs over the years including Loader, operator at Kelleys Island Quarry, where he also helped form Boy Scouts Troop 88 in the early 1970’s. Later in years Gary and his mother lived a quiet life outside Vermilion and they both had many friends. Uncle ...

Luetta Marie Fox, 83, of Huron and formerly of Castalia passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2026. She was born to Howard and Sue (Hamlin) Barnett, in Wadsworth, Ohio on April 18, 1942. She graduated from Milan High School in 1960 and worked as a photographer’s model and car hop at the local Dairy Queen.  On July 21, 1962, Luetta married Larry Adam Fox of Milan, Ohio.  They moved to Castalia in 1965 and enjoyed nearly 50 years together.  During that time, ...