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Laird, Martha-- Saturday. Word was received in this city (Mansfield) that Mrs. Martha Laird had died at Hayesville last night. Mrs. Laird has been living with her daughter, Mrs. John Long, of South Diamond Street. A few days ago she went to Hayesville to visit relatives and was suddenly taken ill with pains in the breast. Mrs. Laird was 85 years of age and was the mother of Willis and Matt Laird and Mrs. John Long, of this city.The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment in the Hayesville Cemetery. Submitted by Amy. [Richland Shield & Banner (Mansfield, Richland Co., Ohio): 16 June 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 5]

LaLone, Peter - At Ashland Sunday morning, Peter LaLone, a member of Co. C, Eighth Regiment, died. He came home from Montauk Point recently on sick furlough and on arriving home took to his bed. His death was due to malarial fever and though he received the best of care from loving hands, the effects of the climate and privations in Cuba had obtained too great a hold on him and he passed away about 6 o'clock Sunday morning. He was only 19 years of age and was well known to many people in this city. Funeral services at Ashland M.E. church Tuesday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. Dr. W.C. Dawson. The G.A.R. as well as the young man's comrades, who are home, will attend the funeral. Submitted by Amy. [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield, Richland Co., Ohio): 06 September 1898, Vol. 14, No. 74]

Lamb, Edna Roseborough - LOUDONVILLE DEMOCRAT: 07 November 1918 Submitted by Sara SJMSR1@cs.com

Landis, Frank - Mr. Frank Landis, aged 20, one of Ashland's most esteemed young men died Tuesday morning after suffering three weeks with typhoid fever. He was a fine, temperate, upright, honest, young man who had the respect of all who knew him. His father, Mr. Harvey Landis, has our sincere sympathy in his great bereavement. HAYESVILLE JOURNAL: 28 October 1886, Vol. 12, No. 17 Submitted by Amy

Lang, Peter D. - Peter D. Lang, a former resident of New Haven Township [Huron Co.], and who three years ago this spring moved to a farm three miles out of Ashland, died Saturday morning last as the result of lockjaw. He was 56 years of age, and is survived by his wife, three sons and a daughter. While engaged in doing some chores about the farm less than a week ago, Mr. Lang stepped on a rusty nail, which penetrated the left foot. The wound gave him considerable pain from the start, but it was given medical attention. His condition steadily grew worse, however, and tetanus set in with the result that he died Saturday morning. Funeral services were held Monday, interment being made in the New Haven Cemetery. Submitted by Amy. [Plymouth Advertiser: 17 July 1915, Vol. 62, No. 34]

Lang, Peter D. -- Peter David Lang, eldest son of William Lang, was born in Waynesburg, Ohio, July 7, 1859, and died in Ashland, Ohio, July 10, 1914, aged 55 years and 3 days. On May 19, 1881, he was united in marriage to Rosa C. Lyons. To this union four children were born, Winferd D., William H., Della M., and George C. He leaves to mourn his death his wife, three sons and one daughter, two grandchildren and one brother, George A. Lang, of Detroit, Mich., besides a large circle of relatives and friends. Submitted by Amy. [Plymouth Advertiser: 07 August 1915, Vol. 62, No. 37]

Lape, Thomas T. - Perrysville---Thomas Lape, 24, of 148 E. Pleasant St., died this morning in an auto accident at Honeycreek Road north of Loudenville Arrangements are incomplete at the Byerly Funeral Home in Loudonville. Submitted by Linda and Shirley--typed by Dina--[Mansfield News Journal--pg 7A--Feb. 23, 1990] parts of this were unreadable.

Larimer, Kate Anna - DIED -- At Dodd City, Texas, Tuesday morning, April 20, Kate Anna, little daughter of C.J. and Hattie M. Larimer, aged 10 months and 12 days. This little cherub was the only child and its loss will be sorely felt by the grief-stricken parents. Mrs. Larimer is the daughter of D.B. Gray, and is a lady well known and esteemed here. She, with her baby, were to have visited Ashland in May. ASHLAND PRESS: 22 April 1880, Vol. XXXIV, No. 40 Submitted by Amy

Latimer, Jane - Mifflin. Miss Jane Latimer died at the home of her father, William Latimer, south of town, Friday afternoon. The remains were laid to rest Sunday at 10 a.m. in the Mifflin cemetery. She had been an invalid for a number of years, her chief ailment being a tumor from which she suffered greatly. Deceased was aged 54 years, 5 months and 11 days. The Rev. Powell, of Hayesville, preached the sermon. Mrs. Henry Sigler, of Cleveland, was here attending the funeral of her sister, Miss Latimer. [(Mansfield, OH) Semi-Weekly News: 26 February 1897, Vol. 13, No. 17]

Lehmann, John A. - Dies at Thompson, O. -- Many warm friends of John A. Lehmann in this city and county will be sorry to learn that he has passed away. A telegram received here Tuesday morning states that Mre. Lehman died at Thompson, O., as a result of being overcome by heat. Mr. Lehman, until recently, owned a fine farm in Clearcreek township, and for years for (sic) a well known raiser of high-bred Marino sheep. He was aged about 45 years, and was known as a man of more than ordinary ability. He leaves two sisters, Mrs. Luther Dickason and Miss Lehman., both of Ashland. Squire J.C.Sloan and l. Dickason left for Madison, O., Tuesday where they will meet the remains and accompany them to this city. funeral arrangements will be announced later in this paper. Submitted by Susan. [unknown Ashland newspaper]

Lehmann, John A. - Funeral of J.A. Lehmann - Funeral of John A. Lehmann. former Ashland county resident who died at Thompson, O., will occur Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from teh home of his sister, Mrs. Luther Dickason, on Sandusky street. Rev. William T. Bryce, pastor of the Presbyterian church, will conduct the services. Interment at Savannah Cemetery. Submitted by Susan. [unknown Ashland newspaper]

LaRue, Sadie – Mrs.Sadie LaRue Dies Here Saturday After Long Illness. Mrs. Sadie La Rue, 59, died at her home 149 Pleasant st, at 6 p.m. Saturday following a lingering illness. The daughter of William H. and Emily Parsons she was born in Richwood Feb. 17, 1895 and had been a resident of Ashland county 15 years. She was married April 23, 1931 to William L Rue who survives her. Other survivors are two brothers, Andrew Monroe of Richwood and Roland Monroe of Akron; three sisters, Mrs. Edward Schott and Mrs. Ruth Oiler, both of Marion, Mrs Walter Reuer of Ashland and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and four sisters. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday from the Heyl funeral home with the Rev. Miles Taber officiating. Burial in Ashland Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home this evening from 7 to 9. Submitted by: klynn [Times Gazette: Monday, December 13, 1954page 2]

Lemly, ---- - The little seven year-old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Lemly of Loudonville, died Wednesday morning of last week of diphtheria. Submitted by Amy.[Worthington Enterprise: 22 May 1890, Vol. II, No. 25]

Lemon, William Charles – DIED -- On Tuesday, August 8, 1882, William Charles, son of Leo and Carrie Lemon, aged 4 months and 28 days. HAYESVILLE JOURNAL: 10 August 1882, Vol. 8, No. 7 Submitted by Amy

Lemon, John -- Mifflin. On Tuesday morning John Lemon, after a very brief illness of catarrhal bronchitis, complicated with a strangulated hernia, died, aged 85 years and 10 months. Mr. Lemon was a native of Scotland, came to this country at the age of twelve years, a weaver by trade, he operated the first power loom in Germantown, Pa., then near Philadelphia. He came on westward and Ashland County was his home for many years. Mifflin received the benefit of his industrious and energetic business life. For the past thirteen years he has lived a retired life, but was ever a faithful citizen and a true friend. Now he is gathered like a ripened and mature sheaf to his Heavenly Father, in whom he ever had faith. Submitted by Amy. [Richland Shield & Banner: 23 March 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 44]

Lemon, John - Mifflin. Word was received in the city this morning of the death of the venerable John Lemon at his home in Mifflin some time during the night. Mr. Lemon had been sick but a few days and was suffering from a severe cold, which gradually closed his lungs and he passed away, surrounded by his children. The deceased was born in Glasgow, Scotland, May 8th., 1803, and was therefore, aged 85 years, 10 months and11 days. He leaves four sons, John and W.W., of Lucas, James and High, of Mifflin, and a vast number of friends to mourn his death. The sons are enterprising business men and are well known throughout Richland County. The funeral will take place on Thursday, March 21st., at 10 o'clock from his late residence in Mifflin, O. Submitted by Amy. [Richland Shield & Banner: 23 March 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 44]

Leonard, Benjamin - Ashland, Nov. 19 -- The sudden death of Benjamin Leonard yesterday, following immediately upon the burial of his wife, whose death is supposed by some to have been caused by poisoning, created a sensation, and the report was current that he had committed suicide by means of poison. Such, however, was not the case, heart disease being the cause of his death. The body was taken to his late home in Fostoria to-day. His fifth wife was buried last Saturday. Submitted by Amy. [Bellville Star: 27 November 1884, Vol. 8, No. 9]

Lerch, Mrs. Rev. J.V. - Mrs. Rev. J.V. Lerch died suddenly last Thursday afternoon of heart disease. Mr. and Mrs. Lerch have resided here but a few years, but they have made warm friends amongst us. The blow to Mr. Lerch is grievous to bear. She left two children, one four weeks old. She was taken to Canal Fulton, her father's home, for burial. Messrs. Ames and W.A. Beer went among the business men asking a little donation to assist Rev. Lerch. Every man responded and nearly every one had some good word to say of him which speaks volumes in his praise. ASHLAND PRESS: 04 December 1879, Vol. XXXIV, No. 20 Submitted by Amy

Leslie, Sanford E. - [Mansfield News Journal: 06/09/1993]

Lewes, Benjamin F. - Benjamin F. Lewes, the unfortunate victim of the painful accident occurring at the McNulty House in this place, died the day after at 6 o'clock. He was a soldier who served all through the war of the Rebellion and who wore on his person the marks of three severe bullet wounds. Several person in Ashland served with him, and recognized him after their attention was called to him. He was a polished gentleman, possessed of attainments far above the average of those in his calling. He was originally educated for a catholic priest, but afterwards served his connection with that church. He died like a brave man. His funeral was conducted by the citizens of Ashland and he was given a burial that was in no whit inferior to that which he so richly deserved by his heroism and his patriotic service. HAYESVILLE JOURNAL: 06 July 1882, Vol. 8, No. 2 Submitted by Amy

Lewis, Judy A. - Perrysville. Judy A. Lewis, 54, of 111 E. Pleasant St, Perrysville, died unexpectedly Saturday morning at Samaritan Hospital. Born in Mansfield, Feb. 27, 1943, she was the daughter of Jacob and Marjorie Frontz Herndt. Mrs. Lewis was a homemaker. Surviving are her husband, Reburn P. Lewis, to whom she was married Feb. 2, 1963; two sons, Reburn Lewis III of Oak Harbor, Wash,; and Lonnie Lewis of Loudonville; four grandchildren; and her parents of Mansfield. Services will be held Thursday at 10:30 AM in Byerly-Lindsey Funeral Home, Loudonville, conducted by the Rev. Robert Fish. Burial will e in Greenlawn Cemetery in Perrysville. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 7 to 9 PM. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Beth Moore (Ashland Times Gazette 19 May 1997 p. 5A)

Lint, Willis H. - Ashland. Willis H. "Sonny" Lint, 65, formerly of East Ninth Street, died Sunday, May 27, 2001, at Kingston of Ashland following a lengthy illness. Mr. Lint was born in Ashland County on July 30, 1935, and he was the son of James E. And Berneta Milkey Lint. He had been a resident of Ashland all of his life. Mr. Lint is survived by a niece, great-niece, great-great niece and a great-great nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Julia Mae Lint. There will be no calling hours. A service will be held at a later date. The Denbow-Primm-Kemery Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Susie Denu. [Ashland Times Gazette: Tuesday, 29 May 2001, P. 6A]

Lloyd, Hallie Blanche (Moyers) - Mrs. Hallie Blanche (Moyers) Lloyd died at her home in Albion at 8:10 p.m. Monday, September 13, 1954 following a long illness. The daughter of Robert and Katherine Belknap Moyers, she was born in Braxton County, W.V. on June 2, 1883. She was 71 years of age and had been a resident of Ashland County the past 20 years. In 1902 she was married to Harvey Lloyd who preceded her in death in 1936. Survivors include four daughters and two sons, Mrs. J.G. Gump and Mrs. Irvin Routsong of Mansfield, Ohio; Mrs. Paul Jackson of Albion, Ohio; Arthur and Harvey Lloyd of Ashland, Ohio; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren two brothers and six sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother and two sisters. Mrs. Lloyd attended the Missionary Alliance Church in Ashland, Ohio. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Heyl Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Nankin Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Submitted by Margie. [unknown Ashland paper]

Long, Andrew - Andrew Long, who lived with his mother, Mrs. Peter B. Long, in Lake Township, was found lying in the lane leading to the house Thursday forenoon, Aug. 10, where it is supposed he had been for some time when found by his sister. Mrs. Kaylor and Mrs. Smith, of Loudonville, were spending the day with their mother, and the sisters, with the assistance of neighbors, carried the body to the house. Life had not been extinct very long when found as the body was warm. His death was due to the rupture of a blood vessel near the heart. Deceased was aged 38 years. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at two o'clock at the home, conducted by Rev. Billings. Interment at St. John's Cemetery at McZena.BUTLER ENTERPRISE (Butler, Richland Co., Ohio): 25 August 1905, Vol. 17, No. 29 Submitted by Amy

Long, Mrs. Henry -Mrs. Henry Long, mother-in-law of D. Guth and Jno. Shultz, died last Sunday evening and was buried Wednesday. Her age was 77. ASHLAND PRESS: 04 November 1880, Vol. XXXV, No. 16 Submitted by Amy

Long, Belle B - Loudonville. Mrs. Belle B. Long, 89, of Loudonville, RD 1, today in Kettering Hospital, following a short illness. She was born in Vermillion Township and lived in the area all her life. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Women of Zion, Eastern Star, Hanover Grange and Pleasant Valley Community Club. Survivors’ two sons, Rex of Loudonville and Noel in Pennsylvania; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services 2 p.m. Friday from the Zion Church, the Rev. Paul Spengel officiating. Burial in the Loudonville Cemetery. Friends call at the Banks Funeral Home, Loudonville, after 7 p.m. today and at the church one hour before service. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Terri McGrath. [Mansfield News Journal, February 10, 1965, page P3]

Louck, E.C. - Thursday. Councilman Charles D. Cotter this morning received a telegram from Ashland, stating that his nephew, Dr. E.C. Louck, had dropped dead at an early hour this morning. Dr. Louck was 28 years old and was a prominent physician of Ashland. His father is the well known druggist of that city. Mr. Cotter went to Ashland this afternoon. Submitted by Amy. [Richland Shield & Banner: 13 January 1894, Vol. LXXVI, No. 35]

Louden, Ernest G. - [unknown paper: 09/18/1973]

Lowery, Walter - Walter Lowery, formerly of Savannah, but for many years a resident of Iowa, was killed at Ottumwa, Iowa, last week. We have no particulars as to his death. He was brought home to Savannah, Tuesday last, for interment.ASHLAND PRESS: 29 July 1880, Vol. XXXV, No. 2 Submitted by Amy

Loyd, Mary E. - Ashland. Memorial services for Mary E. Loyd will be at 3 p.m., March 15 at First Christian Church, conducted by the Rev. Edward Hale and Arthur Gorsuch. Mrs. Loyd, 68, of 610 Katherine Ave., died in Ashland Manor Nursing Home Monday evening following a long illness. Heyl Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Mary Anderson. (Ashland Times Gazette: 5 March 1998, Pg. 2).

Luther, Elizabeth (Mykrantz) - DIED -- At her residence on Center Street, on Monday morning last, Mrs. Elizabeth Luther, aged 72 years, 2 months and 12 days. Mrs. Luther was one of the pioneers of Ashland. She was born in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. She was the wife of Dr. Joel Luther, once a prominent and respected citizen of Ashland. She was buried from her home on Center Street, last Tuesday, and was followed to her last resting place by a great many of our citizens. In the following week's paper, dated 29 April 1880 (Vol. XXXIV, No. 41), additional information about Mrs. Luther's death was provided as follows: DIED -- At her residence on Center Street, of Pneumonia, on Monday morning at 4 o'clock, April 19, 1880, Mrs. Elizabeth Luther, aged 72 years, 2 months and 12 days. Funeral took place on Tuesday at 2 o'clock p.m. Funeral discourse by Elder H.D. Carlton. Her remains were conveyed to the Ashland Cemetery, followed by a large circle of friends, and old citizens. The subject of his sketch was born February 7, 1808 in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, and was the only daughter of Christopher Mykrantz, who emigrated from Westmoreland County to Uniontown (now Ashland) in the spring of 1824, and bought the public house of Mr. John Hull, which stood where the town hall now stands. While living there with her parents she became acquainted with Dr. Joel Luther, who was born and raised in Herkimer County, Massachusetts, and was among the first settlers in Uniontown (Ashland) and the first practicing physician in the place. Dr. Luther and Elizabeth Mykrantz were married August 26, 1824, and had three children, tow boys and one girl -- Joel, John Hulbert and Catharine -- the boys both died in the winter of 1832 of Scarlet Fever, and Catharine, the only one that survived, was in after years married to Dr. J.B.F. Sampsel, May 8, 1848, who was also the mother of 3 children -- Joel Vinton (now a practicing physician); Florence, married to Mr. F.C. Semple, Esq.; and one infant, dead. Mrs. Sampel having passed over the river of death a number of years before her mother, and also before her grandfather and mother. Mrs. Luther was left a widow when about 27 years old (the Doctor having died September 16, 1834) and has remained a widow ever since. At a meeting held at Elder Michael Riddle's by Elder John Rigdon, in the summer of 1835, Mrs. Luther was baptized by Elder Rigdon, in the beautiful little stream known as the Catotawa, and was the first person that the writer ever saw baptized, which made a deep and lasting impression on his mind. She united with the Church of Christ, in Ashland, and lived a pious and exemplary Christian life, dying in the triumphs of a living faith. Few women possessed the energy and business capacity that she possessed; making a wise and proper use of the means left her by her deceased husband. She now rests from all her labors. -- R. ASHLAND PRESS: 22 April 1880, Vol. XXXIV, No. 40 Submitted by Amy

Lutz, Sylvester – Sylvester Lutz, 87, Retired Carpenter, Dies Saturday Night. Sylvester Lutz, 87, Nankin, died at Samaritan hospital Saturday evening. A carpenter by trade, he was the son of Abraham and Catherine Thomas Lutz and was born Oct. 5, 1867 in Milton Township. He spent his entire life in Ashland County. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cora Sill Lutz, whom he married Feb. 1, 1903, his parents, two brothers and two sisters. Surviving him are one daughter, Mrs. Samuel Harry of Wichita, Kan., one granddaughter, two great-grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. James Richards and Myrtle Lutz, two brothers, George and John, all of Nankin, and several nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Nankin Federated church and the Men’s Bible class. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Church of Nankin with the Rev. James M. Nash officiating. The family will receive friends at the Gilbert funeral home Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. The body will lie in state at the church one hour before services. Burial will be in the Nankin cemetery. Submitted by: klynn [Times Gazette: Monday, December 13, 1954 page 2]

Lutz, William Martin -- DEATH AT JEROMESVILLE -- William Martin Lutz, a rural mail carrier, died at his home in Jeromesville, Wednesday night, following an illness of two weeks. He continued in the service of the government until his illness. He was born in Jeromesville 55 years ago and had been a mail carrier for 24 years. He leaves to mourn his departure his wife four daughters, one son, his mother, Mrs. Nettie Lutz of Jeromesville and two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were held at the Jeromesville Methodist church on Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock Interment was made in the Jeromesville cemetery. Submitted by klynn. [Loudonville Times: 08 April 1926, p. 7]

Lyme, Winona L - Loudonville - Winona L. Lyme, 88, of 923 Hale Ave. died Sunday, April 26, 1998, at Griffeth Nursing Home in Ashland following a long illness. Graveside services will be held Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. in Loudonville Cemetery with Chaplain Jerry Gess officiating. There will be no visitation. Byerly-Lindsey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Ashland County Council on Aging Meals on Wheels Program, 240 E. Third St., Ashland,Ohio, 44805. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. [Mansfield News Journal:27 April 1998]

Lytle, Anna May -- SMITHVILLE - Anna May Lytle, 87, formerly of Smithville RD 1 died Saturday morning at Horn Nursing Home where she had been a resident since 1975. Services will be Monday at 1:30 p.m. at Pim-Endres Funeral Home with the Rev. Richard Smith officiating. Burial will be at Smithville Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 7-9 p.m. She was born in Ashland to Jacob and Laura Heichel Dilgard. She married Alvin Lytle and assisted him in farming until his death in 1971. She remained on the farm until it was purchased for the Smithville-Western Care Center. She was active in Smithville United Methodist Church. Surviving are a son, Ceylon J. of Pittsburg, Pa., a daughter, Mrs. Gerald (Thelma) Campbell of Wooster; three grandchildren; three great grandchildren; a brother, Earl Dilgard of Wooster and a sister, Mrs. Marie Swineford of New Concord. Two brothers, Montis and Clayton, also died previously. Submitted by Ellen. [Wooster Daily Record (Wooster, Wayne Co., Ohio): 04 March 1978, p. 2]