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Rafeld, Corrinne E. - Ashland. Corrine E. Rafeld, 59, of 313 Cleveland Ave. died Friday morning at her home. She was born Aug. 29, 1921, in Ashland and had lived in Ashland County all her life. She is survived by her husband, Donovan; one son, Mark of Ashland, and one brother, Cloice Proctor of Ashland. Services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Hely Funeral Home by the Rev. William Dobben. Burial will be in Ashland Cemetery. Friends may call Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Sandy DeLauretis [Mansfield News Journal; Sunday 14 Dec. 1980, page 4A]

Raridon, Grace - Mrs. Grace Raridon, 70, died Wednesday morning, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Leland Bemiller, of 825 E. Bank Street, Ashland. The daughter of Milford and Minnie Staley Oakes, she was born October 20, 1893 in Ashland, and had formerly lived in Perrysville and Loudonville. She was a member of the St. John's Lutheran Church at Perrysville.She was preceded in death by her husband and two sons.Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Wade (Lillian) Young, Loudonville, and Mrs. Leland (Ruth) Bemiller of Ashland; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren, and two sisters, Mrs. Harry Cowell of Perrysville and Mrs. Mildred Ditwiler of Loudonville. Services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Banks Funeral Home, Loudonville, conducted by the Rev. Hans B. Jentsch. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home starting Friday at 4 p.m. LOUDONVILLE TIMES: 07 November 1963 Submitted by Linda & Shirley

Ratliff, Ralph Ashland. Ralph Ratliff, 82, of 770 Ashland County Road 30-A, Ashland, RD 6, died at his home Wednesday after a short illness. He was born Sept. 22, 1900, in Elcarn, Ky., and had lived in Ashland County the last 2 ½ years. He was retired from the Clinchfield Coal Co. in Clintwood, Va., where he belonged to the Sweet Home Baptist Church and was a United Baptist Church elder. Survivors include his wife, Inis; two sons, Ralph Jr. of Clintwood and Bill of Coeburn, Va.; four daughters, Mrs. Joyce Wallen, Mrs. Don (Irene) Rose, Mrs. Gerald (Betty) Large and Mrs. Bennie (Edna) Vanover, all of Clintwood; 32 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; three stepsons, Russell E. and Roley E. Kiser, both of Ashland, and Richard E. Kiser, Mansfield; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Alpha (Ruth) Ailer of Ashland and Mrs. Fred (Ruby) Garron of Mansfield; two brothers, Ernist of Garrett, Ky., and Ayers of Marion; and three sisters, Mrs. Italy Mullins of Garrett, Ky., Mrs. Roland (Gracy) Ramsey of Clintwood and Mrs. Ruby Reedy of Mansfield. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today at Heyl Funeral Home by Elder Virgil Howard and Elder Carl Mullins. Burial will be in Ashland County Memorial Park. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Susie. [Mansfield News Journal: Saturday, 27 November 1982, Pg. 5A].

Raudebaugh, Oly - MANSFIELD NEWS JOURNAL (Mansfield, Richland Co., Ohio): 18 August 1970 Submitted by Linda & Shirley

Redd, Louisa - Mrs. Louisa Redd one of Loudonville's most highly respected ladies, passed away at her late home on South Water street on last Saturday morning after an extended illness. Louisa Reinhardt, daughter of Jacob and Katherine Reinhardt, was born near Loudonville, August 19th, 1839. She was the youngest of six children. But with her death only one remains of this family, Mrs. Mary Weikert, of North Spring St. On August 20th, 1857 she was united in marriage at Wooster, to Mr. J. F. Redd. To this union three children were born: James Arthur, Charles Melvin and Cora B. The husband and two sons preceded her to the grave. Early in life she was catechized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. After her marriage to Mr. Redd, with her husband she united with the Methodist church of Loudonville, and thru all the years she has remained a loyal member and devout Christian. For twenty-five years she taught a class in the Sunday school. Always a great lover of the Bible, she read it prayerfully until its great truths became a part of her life and faith - and as she wrote on the back page of one of her Bibles: "The Kingdom of God is not meat and drink, but righteousness and fear and joy in the Holy Ghost." She endeavored to so live that the influence of her Godly life in the home, church and among those who knew her was such that all came to honor and revere her. On Saturday morning, January 5th, 1918 she quietly slipped away from her earthly temple in answer to that call she had longed to hear and of which she beautifully wrote in the following lines found in here Bible: [scripture omitted] She was age 78 years and 4 months and 16 days. She leaves to mourn her departure, one daughter, Mrs. Cora B. Horn, and granddaughter and two great grandchildren of the home together with many other relatives and a host of friends. [scripture omitted] Funeral services were conducted at her late home with Rev. R. F. Whitehurst in charge, Tuesday afternoon, January 8th, at 1:30 o'clock. Interment in the Loudonville cemetery. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Shelley Hill. [Loudonville Democrat: Thursday, 10 January 1918, page 4 column 2]

Reed, Asa - Saturday. An Ashland special dated yesterday says: Asa S. Reed died Thursday night. He was Ashland county's first recorder, being elected in 1847 and re-elected three times. He was chosen assessor of this township this spring. Submitted by Amy. [Richland Shield & Banner (Mansfield, Richland Co., Ohio): 12 May 1894, Vol. LXXVI, No. 52]

Reed, Carol - Source: ASHLAND GAZETTE: 03 August 1953 Submitted by Linda & Shirley

Reed, Robert E. - [Loudonville Times: 06/23/1983]

Remy, Harry - Ashland. Harry M. Remy, 82, formally of 1201 Troy St., died Monday at Samaritan Hospital after a lingering illness. Having spent his entire life in Ashland and Ashland County, he was born on Feb. 7, 1884, the son of Fred and Paulene Sauner Remy. Mr. Remy retired in 1953 from F.E. Myers and Bro. Co., after 50 years as a machinist. A member of the EEUB Church of Ashland, he was also active in the Quarter Century Club and Senior Adult Sunday School Class. He was married to Mary Yocum on Nov. 18, 1911. She preceded him in death in 1961. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Opal Cameron of RD 2, Greenwich; one son, Paul of Maple Heights; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday at 2 p.m. at the EEUB Church on Cleveland Avenue with Rev. James A. Herbst and Rev. C.L. Kern officiating. Burial will be in Ashland Cemetery. Visiting hours will be Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Gilbert Funeral Home. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Mary Anderson. (Ashland Times Gazette: 22 March 1966, Tuesday, Pg. 3).

Rhea, James - Mr. James Rhea, one of Ashland County's pioneers, died on the 4th. inst., aged eighty years. HAYESVILLE JOURNAL: 17 May 1883, Vol. 8, No. 47 Submitted by Amy

Richard, Murray - Murray D. Richard, 84, of 530 W. Main St., died at Samaritan Hospital Saturday evening, following several months of illness. Born in Richland County, Nov. 7, 1890, he was the son of Israel and Susie Esbenshade Richard. He was a livelong Ashland resident. Mr. Richard was retired from the Mansfield Tire & Rubber Co. in 1964 and was a member of the Retman Club. On Oct. 24, 1916, he was married to Helen Iceman, who survives. Also surviving is one son, Glen Richard Sr., of Mansfield; one half sister, Mrs. C.T. Werner of Columbus; one brother, Ralph Richard of Ashland; and two grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Denbow-Primm Funeral Home with the Rev. Harry C. Dougherty officiating. Burial will be in Ashland Cemetery. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. [Ashland Times Gazette, 23 July 1975.]

Richard, Ralph A. - [Ashland Times-Gazette: 02/05/1985]

Richards, Carrie E. (Simmons) - Carrie E. Richards, 96, former Sullivan resident died this morning at Welcome Nursing Home following a lingering illness. The daughter of Jessie and Effie (Andrews) Simmons she was born June 7, 1868 at Nova and resided in Ashland Co. her entire life. May 6, 1888 she was married to Allen B. Richards who preceded her in death Oct. 1935 surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Hazel Norling of Oberlin and Mrs. Ester Willett of North Olmstead; two Sons Wade Richards and Theodore Richards, both of Sullivan, nine grand children and 19 great grand children, and 6 great great grand children. One sister, Mary E Wilding of LaCresenta Calif also Survives. She was preceded in death by one son, Leland in 1963. burial will be in the Sullivan Cem. UNKNOWN PAPER: 20 June 1964 Submitted by Bill

Richards, Emma Arvilla - Mrs. Emma Arvilla Richards, 81 wife of H. Duane Richards of Nova, died at 9:45 last night at Faddis Rest Home after having been ill for 29 1/2 months. Born August 9, 1968 in Wayne county, the deceased was the daughter of George and Barbara Gnagey Worst. Most of her life was spent in Ashland Co. He marriage to H. Duane Richards took place Dec 22, 1887. survivors include: her husband, one daughter, Mrs. M. E. Althus of Durand Michigan son Paul Richards of New London; 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters, Mrs. T. B. Richards of St. Petersburg Fla. and Mrs. Alice Swinehart of Ashland. UNKNOWN PAPER: 1850 Submitted by Bill

Richards, Frank Burns - Former Nova resident f. Burns Richards, 83, of Clearwater Fla., died Sunday in Mease Memorial Hospital in Dunedin Fla. Mr. Richards was born in Nova, the son of Edward and Fairy Richards. He spent his adult life in Cleveland where he was employed in banking. He was preceded in death by his first wife, the former Glorene Smith. He is survived by his wife Vi of Clearwater, Fla. UNKNOWN PAPER: 22 September 1982 Submitted by Bill

Richards, Dr. James Oliver B. - Dr. O. B. Richards, Ashland?s county?s oldest physician died Thursday and 6 P.M. at his home in Nova. Dr. Richards was highly regarded n his profession and had engaged in the active practice of medicine for 51 years. The deceased had been a resident of Ashland county all his life . He was born in Orange Twp. April 9, 1849 and passed away at the age of 76 years. Dr. Richards was one of a family of twelve children of Samuel and Racheal (Bowman) Richards. Only one of the children of this family survives, J.C. Richards of Nova. Dr. Richards leaves to mourn their loss his wife Mrs., Sarah Richards, two sons J.O. Richards of New London and E.S. Richards of Nova, also four grandsons and on brother J.C. Richards of Nova. In March 1874 Dr. Richards was united in marriage with Sarah I. Ricket. In March 1924 Dr. and Mrs. Richards celebrated their golden wedding anniversary and received congratulations from their many friends. UNKNOWN PAPER Submitted by Bill

Richards, John - John Richards died at his home in the northern part of Orange township last Saturday morning aged 88 years and 12 days. His death occurred after a lingering illness of nearly one year and his final sleep was a welcome relief from his great suffering. He was married three time, his last wife surviving him and was the father of 11 children: viz; Samuel, Elizabeth, Harriet, William, Allen, James, Marguerite, John, Jane, Mary, and Bowman., eight of whom are living. He was born in Wayne Co. Ohio in 1806 and was a man of strong constitution. Bowman Richards and son, of Michigan were here Monday attending his father funeral. UNKNOWN PAPER Submitted by Bill

Richards, Richards, John - 1892 ASHLAND GAZETTE: 11 March 1892 as copied from the MEDINA GAZETTE Submitted by Bill The remains of John Richards who died in Cleveland Saturday February 13, 1892 were brought here for burial and the funeral services were held at the M.E. Church Tuesday Feb. 16th. the deceased was born in Moreland Twp. Wayne Co. Ohio on the 13th of Sept. 1841. He was the 3rd of a family of 12 children born to Wesley and Mary Richards. His early life was spent on a farm n troy Twp. At age 20 he enlisted in the army and served his time. December 1, 1863, he was married to Celestia Rice of Chatam Twp. where they have resided most of their married life. To them have been born five children, all living. ASHLAND GAZETTE: 11 March 1892 as copied from the MEDINA GAZETTE Submitted by Bill

Richards, John J. - John J Richards, prominent citizen of Ruggles township died yesterday morning at 8:30 o?clock at the age of 84 years. Mr. Richards has been assessor for Ruggles township for a great many years. He was a member of the M.E. church at Ruggles and had been active in Sunday School work and all church activities for many years. Surviving the deceased are his wife and seven children, Mrs. R.C. Bee of Sandusky Mrs. T.J. Elligo of Cleveland; Mrs. George Peterson of Sandusky, Mrs. Olive Chamberlain of Cleveland, E.E. Richards of Lorain; A.H. Richards of Norman Oklahoma, and Miss Belle Richards at home. One daughter preceded him in death a number of years ago. UNKNOWN PAPER Submitted by Bill

Richards, Loveday Levora (Hickey) - Loveday Levora Richards, wife of Mr. S.A. Richards of Nova ad daughter of Mr. S.K. Hickey of Alaska Mich. was born at Grand rapids Michigan and died of consumption at the home in Nova Ohio June 16th, 1887, age 30 years, 1 month, and 19 days. Mrs. Richards had been an invalid for nearly a year and her suffering at times was intense. She leaves three little children who with the husband mourn . ASHLAND PRESS: 30 June 1887 Submitted by Bill

Richards, Patty Clarissa (Poag) - The subject of this subject of this sketch was Mrs. Patty Clarissa Richards who was the daughter of the late Lames and Laura Poag. she was born in Ruggles township June 5, 1832 and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. J. dieter and family June 11, 1907 at Nova aged 75 years and 6 days. April 5, 181853 she was joined in marriage to Albert U. (sic) Richards who died Oct. 31, 1870. To this union eight children, four boys and four girls were born, seven of whom survive. one daughter dying in infancy. the funeral services were held in the M.E. Church. The body was tenderly borne by loving hands the three sons, Elmore, T.B. and H.D. Richards, and son-in-law J.J. Deiter. She was buried in the Nova cemetery next to her husband. Those who attended the funeral from a distance were Elmore Richards and wife of Lorain, T.B. Richards and wife of Cleveland, John Richards and wife of New London, Miss Mabel Richards of Ashland, John Troxel and his daughter Lillian of Savannah. UNKNOWN PAPER Submitted by Bill

Richards, Robert O. - Robert O Richards, Columbus died Tuesday at his residence. A native of New London and former Mansfield resident he was a 40 year employee of the Westinghouse Corp., Mansfield before retiring. He was also a former employee of the Mansfield New Journal. Mr. Richards was a member of the United Methodist church, Mansfield and the Unity church of Christianity, the board of the Salvation Army in Columbus, the Sons of the American Revolution, and was active in the Ohio State University Alumni Association. surviving are his wife, Mary Jane; one son Dr. Robert Richards Jr. of Iowa; one daughter, Mrs. Don (Susanna) Pluck of Mansfield; 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild; two step sons Roger Blaph and David Balph both of Tenn. and one step daughter Mrs. Jack (Patricia) Evans of Texas. He was preceded in death by his first wife Mary Margaret in 1949 UNKNOWN PAPER: January 1979 Submitted by Bill

Richards, Sarah (Vanorman) - The death of Mrs. J.B. Richards whose sickness was noted in the Record in it?s issue of June 20, occurred at the home of her daughter in Mt Vernon, Ohio July 25. Her body was brought to her home on William St. Tuesday, where the funeral was held Wednesday afternoon. Besides her husband who is left to mourn the loss of a wife and companion are five children; Mrs. R.L. (Eunice) Carr of Mt. Vernon, Mrs. Elry Hartman of Collongwood Ohio, Chas Richards new London, Mrs. May Bonning and Mrs. Anna Bell VanHorn Seattle and H. Barton Richards of Bremerton Washington. NEW LONDON RECORD: 03 August 1910 Submitted by Bill

Richards, Vada (Crittenden) - Mrs. Vada E. Richards 86, of RD 1 Sullivan died Saturday night at Welcome nursing home in Oberlin following a long illness. the daughter of Meda and Mary Crittenden she was born in Ruggles Twp. April 30, 1889. She was a lifelong county resident. On August 18, 1910 she was married to Wade E. Richards who survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Robert (Pauline) Handley and Mrs. Arlene Barone, both of Sullivan and Mrs. Dorothy Walsh of Los Angeles Ca.; six grand children and 15 great grandchildren; one sister Mrs. Maree Crumrine of Nova. She was a member of the Sullivan Congregational Church. UNKNOWN PAPER: 01 December 1975 Submitted by Bill

Richards, Victor E. - Victor E. Richards 86 of 835 US 224 was pronounced dead on arrival at Samaritan Hospital Saturday evening after being stricken with an apparent heart attack at his home. He was born and lived his entire life in the same home. He was a member of the Sullivan Masonic Lodge 313 and had been a member of the Nova United Methodist Church since 1910. He is survived by his wife Alberta, two sons Donald of Waynesville and Stanley Strasburg; two stepsons Albert Young of New London and Leslie Young of Ashland; one stepdaughter Mrs. Robert (Marlene) Carnahan of Reynoldsburg, six grand children, 12 step-grandchildren and one great grand child. He was preceded in death by his first wife Ruth in 1963. UNKNOWN PAPER Submitted by Bill

Richards, Wade E. - Wade E. Richards 88, RD 1 Sullivan died at the Welcome Nursing Home in Oberlin after a 2 1/2 year illness. The son of Allen and Carrie Simmons Richards he was born in Lorain County June 6, 1889. Mr. Richards was a former schoolteacher, a retired farmer and a retired real estate salesman. On august 18, 1910 he married Vada E. Crittenden, who preceded him in death Nov. 29, 1975. Surviving are 3 daughters; Also surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Robert (Pauline) Handley and Mrs. Arlene Barone, both of Sullivan and Mrs. Dorothy Walsh of Los Angeles Ca.; six grand children and 16 great grandchildren; one sister, Ester Willett of Elyria; and one brother Ted Richards of Sullivan. UNKNOWN PAPER: 30 January 1978 Submitted by Bill

Richards, Wendell S. - Wendell S. Richards 75 of St. Petersburg Fla., died Nov 6 in St. Petersburg. A former Nova resident he was the son of Edward and Fairy Richards. Mr. Richards was a retired employee of the Central National Bank of Cleveland and had lived in St. Petersburg since his retirement in 1967. Survivors include one son, Wendell S. Richards Jr. of Baltimore Md.; four grandsons and one brother Frank Burns Richards of Clearwater Fla. Burial was in Nova Cemetery. UNKNOWN PAPER: 12 DECEMBER 1977 Submitted by Bill

Richards, William A. -William A. Richards, 53, of Columbus died Saturday. He was an attorney with Richards, Grieser, and Schaffer and was a member of Maize Manor United Methodist church. Mr. Richards server as president of Boys State the first 2 years it was held at Ashland college. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War, a retired lieutenant colonel in the Ohio National Guard, past commander of Post 82, American Legion, president of Buckeye Boys State commission, and a member of New England Lodge 4 F&AM. Mr. Richards is survived by his wife, Marcia; one daughter, Salesa and three sons, Bill, Matthew and Ben, all of Columbus and an uncle, Victor Richards of Nova. UNKNOWN PAPER: 19 May 1975 Submitted by Bill -

Rice, Mrs. D.J. - Mrs. D.J. Rice, wife of our esteemed townsman, D.J. Rice, died suddenly last Sunday morning. At about six o'clock Mrs. Rice awaked Mr. Rice and told him to build the fire. After the fire had been built, Mrs. Rice told her husband that as it was Sunday morning he had better come back to bed and rest. A short time after he went back, Mrs. Rice was taken with a coughing spell, which resulted in hemorrhage, and in three minutes was dead in her husband's arms. She was buried last Tuesday afternoon from the M.E. Church. The sympathy of the whole community is extended to Mr. Rice in his affliction. ASHLAND PRESS: 05 February 1880, Vol. XXXIV, No. 29 Submitted by Amy

Richey, Mrs. J.N. - DIED -- Near Polk, on Wednesday, the 18th. inst., Mrs. J.N. Richey, aged 20 years and 3 months. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.V. Lerch, in the Presbyterian Church, assisted by the Revs. Saull, of the Reformed Church and Jones of the M.E. Church. Mrs. Richey leaves behind to mourn her loss, a husband and two little children. ASHLAND PRESS: 27 November 1879, Vol. XXXIV, No. 19 Submitted by Amy

Rickel, Lois - MRS. LOIS RICKEL, 73, of 161 Ronald Ave., Ashland, yesterday in the Clearview Rest Home, Ashland. Survivors: husband, Murray; three brothers, Clair Brindle of Ashland, C. P. Brindle of Columbus, and Clyde of Bucyrus. Services: 1:30 p.m. Friday from the Denbow Funeral Home, the Rev. James A. Herbst officiating. Burial in the Ashland Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Submitted by Linda and Shirley [Tuesday 2 February 1965 p. 3 Mansfield News Journal, Mansfield, O.]

Ricket, John S. - DIED -- At his residence on Maple Street on Saturday afternoon, John S. Ricket, in the 29th. year of his age. Johnnie came to Ashland a few years ago, and entered as clerk the dry goods store of the Brubaker Bros. He was attentive to his duties, honest in his business transactions, and was admitted as one of the firm, which partnership was kept up until it expired by limitation. Since that time he has filled the old position. For some time he has been subject to rheumatic affections, and his death occurred from this cause. He was a son of that respected citizen of Sullivan Twp., John Ricket; was a man beloved and respected by all who knew him and he will be missed sadly by his wife and relatives. A fuller obituary, by his friends, will be published next week. ASHLAND PRESS: 25 November 1880, Vol. XXXV, No. 19 Submitted by Amy

Rickly,Mary O. - Mrs. Mary O. Rickly, 72, of RD 1, Lakeville, died Saturday afternoon at the Loudonville Nursing Home after a long illness. She was born on Sept. 10, 1899 in Franklin County and came to the Lakeville area three years ago. Mrs. Rickly was a member of the Parkview Presbyterian Church at eynoldsburg. Survivors include her widower, Roy R.; four sons, M. L.of Lakeville, Jack of Amanda, Ralph of Mohicanville and Russell of Columbus; two sisters, Mrs. Hazel Robinson and Mrs. Dorothy Finigan both of Columbus; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Graveside service was to be held at 2:30 p.m. today at the Silent Home Cemetery in Reynoldsburg conducted by Dr. Vernon Martin Jr.Arrangements were in charge of the Banks Funeral Home, Loudonville. Submitted by Linda and Shirley--typed by Dina--[Ashland Times Gazette, Mon., Sept. 20, 1971]

Riddle, Lorin P. - Lorin P. Riddle, recorder of Ashland County, of whose serious illness mention has been made previously in the News, died Monday at Ashland. He was 28 years of age and leaves a wife and one child. He was a brother of Mrs. W.W. Wallace, of this city. Funeral services Thursday at Ashland, conducted by the Rev. D.B. Duncan. Submitted by Amy. [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield): 29 April 1898, Vol. 14, No. 37]

Ridgley, Hellen - DIED -- Miss Hellen Ridgley, daughter of L.T. Ridgley, who has been in Hillsboro, attending school, died at that place last Monday. She was taken sick last week with a fever and grew rapidly worse. Her father went on Saturday night to be with her and was there at the time of her death. She will be brought home for interment. Her many young friends will be pained to learn that one whom they loved so well has crossed to the golden shore, and that never again will they see her. ASHLAND PRESS: 11 November 1880, Vol. XXXV, No. 17 Submitted by Amy

Ringler, Mrs. - Mrs. Ringler, living a mile and a half south of this place, has passed from earth to glory. She leaves a husband and two or three children to mourn her loss. ASHLAND PRESS: 25 September 1879, Vol. XXXIV, No. 10 Submitted by Amy

Risser, John - Mr. John Risser, who lived in Vermillion Township, Ashland County, near Hayesville, died Wednesday evening last and was buried at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon from the church in the neighborhood. He is well known in Mansfield. Submitted by Amy. [Mansfield Herald (Mansfield, Richland Co., Ohio): 16 July 1885, Vol. 35, No. 35]

Risser, Narcia (Goodfellow) - DIED -- In Adel, Iowa, April 8, 1880, Mrs. Narcia G. Risser, aged 28 years and 10 days. Ashland people will remember her better as Narcia Goodfellow. Probably no young lady in Ashland had warmer or truer friends; surely none deserved them more. She was kind to all; brilliant in conversation and buoyant in spirit. She married, in 1872, Mr. J.O. Risser, and went to Adel, Iowa, where she has since resided. She leaves several little children, too young to feel their irreparable loss, behind her, for a father and sympathizing friends to protect. ASHLAND PRESS: 22 April 1880, Vol. XXXIV, No. 40 Submitted by Amy

Roberts, Donna J. -- Donna J. Roberts, 52, of Hayesville, died in Samaritan Hospital Saturday morning. She was born in Ashland County Nov. 2, 1932, the daughter of Richard and Kathryn Rush Atterholt. Mrs. Roberts was a member of the Synagogue Church of God. She had been a secretary in the law office of James O. Gossett for 20 years and was a member of the Ashland County and Ohio Legal Secretaries Association. Survivors include her husband, Donald E.; her parents of Jeromesville; two daughters, Jacqueline Ann Zehner and Deborah Bonnell, both of Hayesville; three sons, Michael L., Jeffrey N. and Loren G., all of Hayesville, three grandchildren; five step grandchildren; and two sisters, Doris Houser of Jeromesville and Ellen Jeffery of Wooster. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Synagogue Church of God with the Rev. Jan S. Wade officiating. Burial will be in Vermillion Cemetery in Hayesville. Friends may call in the Fickes Funeral Home in Jeromesville from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and at the church one hour prior to services. Submitted by Ellen.[Ashland Times Gazette: 30 September 1985]

Robison, John - John Robison, of Montgomery Township, died Thursday evening, June 10, 1880, aged nearly 89 years. His death resulted from a fall at the hardware store of Messrs. Stull & Charles, of Ashland, about the 3d. of May, some six weeks since. The old gentleman was desirous of being weighed, and passed into the wareroom with Mr. Charles to learn his weight, stating that he felt unusually well that morning, and on reaching the end of the stairway, stumbled and fell heavily upon the floor, striking his shoulder and fracturing it. He was rendered immediate assistance, and the injury dressed, when he was taken home, where he remained in a feeble condition until his death. He did not seem to rally from his wound, but did not appear to suffer much from it, and died on the evening of June 10, 1880. Mr. Robison was born June 16, 1791, in what was then Chester County, Pa., and upon arriving at the age of manhood married Miss Mary Hawk who died in Pennsylvania about 1831. Mr. Robison came to Montgomery Township about 1834, with his children, and stopped at the residence of David Robison, Sr., his father. Soon after his arrival July 4, 1836, Michael Ritter got up and prepared a dinner in Carter's Grove, east of Ashland some two miles, where the youthful Lorin Andrews was the orator that day. Mr. Ritter kept a hotel at that time were Finley's now stands. Mr. Robison was a carpenter by trade and made patterns &c. for the Penn foundry in Northumberland, now Union County, Pa., where he was employed for many years. David Robison, his father, came to Montgomery Township in 1824 and died in 1842, aged about 80 years, and his wife about 1847, aged about 84 years. David Robison, Jr., who served as Justice of Montgomery Township, removed to Indiana where he died many years ago. His family consisted of William, Wilson, Willard, Fernandez, Hannah, Lucia and Rebecca. At the time of his death, Mr. Robison's surviving children were Percifer and Rebecca. He retained a fine memory until the last, and knew his friends at each visit. He was an honest, upright man ASHLAND PRESS: 17 June 1880, Vol. XXXIV, No. 48 Submitted by Amy

Rohn, Augusta<--Ashland. Augusta Rohn, 87, of 952 Claremont Ave. Died at her home Friday afternoon after a long illness. The daughter of August and Anna (Suttler) Melching, she was born in Milton Township, March 14, 1881. She was married to Charles Rohn, who preceded her in death in 1956. She is survived only by nieces and nephews. Three brothers and four sisters preceded her in death. Mrs. Rohn was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, Ida Wertman Sunday school class, Rebekah Lodge, Hillcrest Garden Club and was a charter member of the Kendig Community Club of Nankin. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Heyl and Robbins Funeral Home with Dr. Robert S. Kinsey officiating. Burial will be in Ashland Cemetery. Visiting hours will be anytime after 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Susie Denu. [Ashland Times Gazette: 11 May 1968, P.3]

Roland, Samuel - Samuel Roland, a well known citizen of Loudonville, Ohio, was killed, lastTuesday afternoon at that place, being struck by eastbound train No. 404, on the Pennsylvania as he was crossing the tracks. Submitted by Amy. [Bellville Messenger (Bellville, Richland Co., Ohio): 18 December 1903, Vol. 11, No. 50]

Roley, James J. - [Ashland Times-Gazette: 10/28/1972]

Rollins, Ida Jane – Mrs. Ida J. Rollins Dies Here Saturday After Long Illness. Mrs. C. W. Rollins, (Ida J.) 94, of 209 Broad St. died at 4 p.m. Saturday at Samaritan Hospital following a lingering illness. She was born Feb. 19, 1861 in Ashland, the daughter of Henry and Lydia Willis and was married Jan 23, 1880 to Charles W. Rollins, who preceded her in death June 10, 1926. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Charles W. Swartz of Ashland; two sons, Fred Rollins of Shelby and J. V. Rollins of Indianapolis, Ind.; four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Besides her husband she was preceded in death by a daughter in infancy and a sister, Mrs. Mellie Hershey. Mrs. Rollins was a member of the Presbyterian Church and the Second Division, the Bible Study Club and the Bay View Club. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Denbow and Bear Funeral Home with the Rev. William Chalmers officiating. Burial will be in Ashland cemetery. Friends may call at the Funeral Home this evening from 7 to 9. Submitted by:klynn [Times-Gazette: Monday, July 25, 1955 pg 12]

Root, Ben G. -- Ashland. Ben G. Root, 57, of 765 King Road Drive, Ashland, died Wednesday Afternoon, Sept. 25, in the Cleveland Clinic following an extended illness. Mr. Root was born Oct. 25, 1944 in Ashland, the son of Willis Mike and Evelyn Mane (Krebs) Root. Mr. Root was a 1963 graduate of Loudonville High School living in Perrysville most of his life. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of Vietnam serving as an airman first class. He was an employee of Mansfield Plumbing Products for more then 25 years working as a warehouseman. He loved golfing and was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8586 Perrysville, a member of the American Legion Post 257, Loudonville, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles Ashland. He is survived by his wife Mary Ellen Shambaugh Root, whom he married June 10, 1977, two stepsons and their wives Douglas and Cathy Smart and Dennis and Beth Smart, all of Ashland, six grandchildren, Jordan, Aaron, Taylor, Brittney, Brooke and Bryan Smart, all of Ashland, his mother, Evelyn Root of Perrysville, two sisters and brother-in-law Marjorie Root and Janet and John Bricker, all of Perrysville, two sister-in-laws and their spouses, Linda and Charles Chapman of Indianapolis and Sandra and Dick Hoettich of Perrysville, two brothers-in-law Robert Shambaugh and his friend Jerry Sexton of Mansfield, and Robert Shambaugh of Jeromesville. He was preceded in death by his father, Willis Mike Root. In accordance with Ben's wishes there will be no services or visitation observed. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Green Perrysville Fire Dept. in care of Glenn Atkinson, 162 W. Second St., Perrysville, Ohio 44864. The Byerly-Lindsey Funeral Home Loudonville is in charge of funeral arrangements. Submitted by Gary [Ashland Times Gazette, September 27, 2002]

Root, Willis - Willis (Mike) Root - Willis (Mike) Root, 65, of 2338 Ohio 511, Perrysville, died Monday evening in a neighbor's home of an apparent heart attack.Born in Holmes County, April 26, 1921, he was the son of John and Lucy Mackey Root. He was a U.S. Army Airborne veteran of World War II and a 37-year employee if the Ohio Edison Co., retiring in May 1983. He was also a member of the VFW in Perrysville. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Krebs whom hemarried July 18, 1941; one son Ben; two daughters Marjorie Ann and Mrs. John (Janet) Bricker, all of Perrysville; five step-grandchildren; one brother, Harry of Strasburg; and one sister, Ethel Bahnemann of Pittsburg, Pa. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Byerly Funeral Home, Loudonville with the Rev. Howdie Burnett officiating. Burial will be in the Loudonville Cemetery where the VFW will conduct military rites. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Submitted by Gary. [Ashland Times Gazette: 06 January 1987]

Roseborough, Barton -LOUDONVILLE TIMES: 31 May 1928 Submitted by Sara SJMSR1@cs.com

Roseborough, Mary E. Maffet -LOUDONVILLE TIMES: 07 May 1937 Submitted by Sara SJMSR1@cs.com

Roseborough, George - George Roseborough died September 6, 1903, aged 74 years, 10 months and 5 days. The subject of this notice was born in Wayne county, Ohio. At the age of twelve years with his parents moved to a home near Hayesville, Ohio. He was married to Miss Nancy Carpenter, February 3, 1853, they spending about seven years of their early married life on what is known as the Harvey farm near Hayesville. In 1860 they moved to the home at which his death occurred.To this union was born eight children, six sons and two daughters. One son and one daughter preceded the father in death.The deceased united with the German Baptist Brethren church in 1878, and served as deacon in said organization for about twenty years. Father Roseborough strictly adhered to the faith he embraced and continued in the service of his Master until called away to the triumphs of a living faith. Of the family there remain to mourn his departure, the wife, five sons and one daughter. In his death there has been removed from us a devoted and loving husband and father, a faithful servant in his church, and a much respected neighbor. Funeral services at Bethesda Chapel conducted by Rev. A. S. Workman, assisted by Elder Brubaker of the Brethren church, the Rev. Kugler of the Reformed church and Rev. Cornwell of the Evangelical church, were held on Tuesday, September 8th. Interment in Bethesda cemetery. Submitted by Linda & Shirley.Typed by Shelley Hill. [Loudonville Democrat: Thursday, 10 September 1903]

Roseborough, Jane - Ashland. Mrs. Jane Roseborough, aged 73, of Los Angeles, Calif., passed away Saturday evening following a heart attack, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ralph Kick of Ashland Road. She was ill for only a few hours. Mrs. Roseborough, a former resident of this vicinity, moved to California 11 years ago.She had been here visiting her daughter and other relatives for the past couple of months.Surviving are four children, George of Ashland, Lloyd of Cleveland, Miss. Rilla Roseborough of Los Angeles, Calif., and Mrs. Kick of this place; two grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; one brother, Willard Allenbaugh of Cranberry, W. Va., and two sisters, Mrs. Melissa Nichelson of San Bernardino, Calf., and Mrs. Rhoda Brown of Berkley, Calf. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at the Kick home. Rev. J. H. Kuhlman was in charge. He was assisted by Rev. Lena Jennings. Burial was made in the Bethesda Cemetery. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Mary Anderson. (Loudonville Times: 16 October 1936).

Roseborough, Nancy Carpenter -- Mrs. Nancy Carpenter Roseborough, daughter of Robert and Mary Carpenter, was born April 18th, 1835, and died June 14th, 1913, aged 78 years, 1 month and 26 days. Mrs. Rosborough lived all her long and useful life within the confines of Ashland county. On February 3rd, 1853, she was united in marriage with George Roseborough. To this union were born eight children, six of whom are living, two having died in infancy. Those living are her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Beachler, and her sons, Berton, John, Eli, Frank and Wilbur Roseborough. In June 1873 Mrs. Roseborough was baptized and recieved into the Loudonville Brethren church by her pastor, Elder Morgan Workman. Thus for forty years she has led a faithful and consistent Christian life, loyal to her Master and to the church of her choice. Mrs. Roseborough was of a quiet, calm disposition, a good neighbor and a conscientious wife and mother. Her husband preceded her in death about nine years since, but she seemed to look forward with the clear calm of untroubled faith to their heavenly reunion. Many times in her last illness did she express the desire to go to that home where all weary ones find unfailing rest, and in the night-time, at last, the kind angel of release, at Jesus bidding, laid his hand upon the tired heart and stilled it forever. She lifted the eyes of the spirit up to the face of her Savior and the Peace that passeth understanding settled upon the calm countenance. Beside her six children, Mrs. Roseborough leaves to keep her memory alive twenty-three grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, five brothers, two sisters and a host of other relatives and friends. Her life's day is done, The long day of life, With its joy and its sorrow, The night-fall has darkened apace, Which knows not on earth a tomorrow. Even so, it is well, For the day is for toil, Without joy of release, But when even-tide falleth around, The word of the Master is - Peace! Funeral services, conducted by Rev. A. I. Heistand, of Smithville, assisted by Rev. C. M. Culler, of Loudonville, were held Tuesday at 10:00 a.m., at the Bethesda church. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Submitted by Chris[source not given]

Rosen, Sadie -- Miss Sadie Rosen, a young girl, got off the Baltimore & Ohio train at 6:50 o'clock, Monday evening, and after taking a cab at the depot, died of hemorrhage of the lungs before she could be conveyed to her friends. The sad and unusual occurrence created a good deal of a stir in the north side especially after the remains had been conveyed to Niman's undertaking rooms. Miss Rosen is the daughter of Joseph Rosen, who is employed by Rusk Bros. Rosen boards at Ryland's on East Second Street. The family formerly resided near Hayesville. The girl's mother died of consumption about one year ago and after the family had removed to this city. The daughter, Sadie, is 16 years of age, and has been afflicted with consumption for some time. It was known that the girl's death was only a matter of a short time. About six weeks ago she went to North Baltimore to visit an uncle and his family. During the time she was at North Baltimore, she was under the care of a physician. A few days ago she expressed herself to the effect that she had not long to live and that she would like to get back to Mansfield before the end came. She was not able to travel alone and accordingly yesterday afternoon Miss Rosen's cousin, J.A. Jeffers, of North Baltimore, brought her home. Upon leaving the train at the B.&O. depot the girl was placed in a cab, but before it started away from the depot the hemorrhage began. She was quickly taken to Dr. Stevens' office near by, but died within five minutes. The remains were taken to Niman's undertaking rooms in the cab. It required some time to locate the father of the dead girl, but he was found about 8 o'clock. The girl has a sister named Miss Libbie Rosen. Sadie Rosen at one time was employed at Hautzenroeder Homberger's factory. As the father and daughters had been boarding and had no place to take the remains they were allowed to remain at Niman's. Coroner Baughman viewed the remains of the dead girl, but decided the cause of death was evident and there was no need of an inquest.The remains were taken to Hayesville this afternoon for burial. Submitted by Amy. [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield, Richland Co., Ohio): 18 February 1898, Vol. 14, No. 14]

Rosenberg, Anne Coffman – Mansfield. Former Mansfield resident Anne Rosenberg, 90, of 1026 Keith Drive, Perry, Ga., died Wednesday, July 9, 1997 in Perry. Born Dec. 25, 1906, in Toronto, Canada, to Jacob and Sarah Starkman Coffman, she was a homemaker. Surviving are her daughter, Gay R. Weinberg, of Granville, Ohio; two sisters, Mynne Webber and Merry Gutterson, both of ___________________. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Susie. [Mansfield News Journal: 11 July 1997 P. 10A]. Note: Obituary incomplete.

Ross, Elsie V. - Ashland. Elsie V. Ross, 80, of 912 Ohio 511, died Sunday afternoon in her home following a long illness. She was born July 12, 1908 in Ashland County, the daughter of Albert and Jennie Liston Harp. She was a resident of the county all her life and was a homemaker. Mrs. Ross was a member of Maple Grove Church of the Brethren. Surviving are one son, Donald, of Ashland; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Francis McFadden of Ashland. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold, in 1984. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Heyl Funeral Home conducted by pastor Paul Myers. Burial will be in Nankin Cemetery. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Grove Church of the Brethren. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Terri McGrath. [Ashland Time Gazette: May 30, 1989.

Roth, Charles - Chas. Roth, a well-known citizen of Loudonville, died Friday afternoon. The deceased was about 50 years of age and has been a resident of Loudonville for many years. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon, under the auspices of the K. of P., I.O.O.F. and the G.A.R. WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISE (Independence, Richland Co., Ohio): 06 February 1890, Vol. 2, No. 10 Submitted by Amy

Royer, Margaret - Perrysville - Margaret Royer, 82, of 2483 Ohio 39, Perrysville, died Monday night at Colonial Manor Health Care Center, Loudonville. Arrangements are pending at Byerly Funeral Home, Loudonville. Submitted by Linda & Shirley (Mansfield News Journal: Aug. 18, 1992 p.7B)

Ruffcorn, Rebecca (Proudfit) - The sad news came Sunday of the death of Mrs. William RUFFCORN at her home in Weldon, after an illness of about a month. The funeral took place Mondayafternoon, and she was buried at Weldon. The many friends of the family at Garden Grove, where they formerly lived, deeply sympathize with the sorrowing husband and children. Mrs. RUFFCORN was greatly loved by all who knew her. She was a kind neighbor and a warm friend, a loving wife and mother. In her death one more home has lost the beneficent influence of a Christian mother. The following was handed us for publication: Rebecca PROUDFIT was born in Ashland Co., Ohio, May 17th, 1826; died at Weldon, Iowa, Dec. 3d, 1893; having lived sixty-seven years, six months and 17 days. She was united in marriage with William RUFFCORN, Feb. 7th, 1857 (in her 31st year) and has been his blessed kind and faithful companion forabout thirty-six years. She lived in Ashland county, Ohio for 52 years; Garden Grove, Iowa, 11 years; at Weldon, Ia., a little over 5 years. She leaves a husband, three children and two step children to mourn their great loss of such a devoted wife and loving mother. She was converted and united with the M. E. church in her 16th year, and has lived a truly Christian life for over 52 years. In her last sickness she several times gave testimony of being ready to meet her Savior and her God, carefully giving each of her family instructions to meet her in Heaven. Having lived and in dying giving testimony that there is a reality in the religion of Jesus Christ. The funeral services were held at the M. E. church of Weldon at 2 o'clock p.m. Monday, Dec. 4th, and were conducted by Rev. SMITH, pastor of the church. Robert BEER, pastor of the Presbyterian church of Garden Grove, an old acquaintance and friend of the family, preaching the sermon to a large congregation. Her interment took place in Weldon's new cemetery, the site for which was chosen after Mrs. RUFFCORN's decease. Copied by Stacey McDowell Dietiker, December 9, 2003, http://www.rootsweb.com/~iadecatu. *Rebecca's body was moved two years later to Green Bay Cemtery, northwest of Weldon, Iowa. No one had been buried there but her so she was moved and the land was returned to farmland. Submitted by Deb. [Garden Grove Express (Garden Grove, Iowa): 07 December 1893]

Rumfield, Ruth (Freeborn) - DIED -- Ruth Freeborn Rumfield died at her home in Savannah, Ohio, after a sickness of three weeks, Feb. 23d., 1881. She was the daughter of John and Eunice Freeborn; was born near Savannah, Ashland County, Ohio, January 6th., 1826. She was converted at a protracted meeting held by Rev. John Quigley, at Savannah, in the early part of the year 1843, and the same year united to the Methodist Episcopal church. She was married to Aries Rumfield, by Rev. Hiram Humphrey, June 24th., 1852. In all the various relations of daughter, sister, wife, mother, friend, neighbor and Christian, she was true and steadfast, never shrinking from duty, nor caring to shun responsibility. Her death was most triumphant. Her last hours were spent in repeating some of the sweetest sentiments of the Christian poets, and the most precious promises of the word of God. Her funeral took place the 25th. of February, conducted by the writer, assisted by Rev. Lewis, Kelley and Miller. The funeral was largely attended. Her remains were interred in the Savannah cemetery. - Rev. M.J. Keyes ASHLAND PRESS: 03 March 1881, Vol. XXXV, No. 33 Submitted by Amy

Rush, Mary E. - Services for Mary E. Rush will be held Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. in Grace Brethren Church with the Rev. Howard Vulgamore officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery near Funk. There will be no calling hours. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to the senior class adult Bible study at Grace Brethren Church. Mrs. Rush, 87, of 439 E. Ninth St., died Thursday night in Samaritan Hospital following a short illness. She was born May 27, 1906, in Loudonville, the daughter of John and Bertha Arnold Rush. She had been a resident of Ashland all of her life. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Grace Brethren Church and the adult Bible study class. She was a Red Cross and Salvation Army volunteer and a member of the Ashland senior Citizens. She was married Nov. 15, 1924 to Holace I. Rush, who preceded her in death in 1980. Surviving are two sons, James of McAllen, Texas and William of Ashland; one daughter, Mrs. Ralph (Dorothy) Cargill of Naples, Fla.; nine grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and one sister, Mae Bowman of Wooster. HeylFuneral Home was in charge of arrangements. Submitted by Ellen. [Ashland Times Gazette: 28 June 1993]

Rush, Mary Alma - JEROMESVILLE ? Mrs. Mary Alma Rush, 81, of R. D. 2, Ashland, died Thursday, October 12, 1950 at 12:45 a.m. at the Samaritan hospital. Surviving are her husband, Roscoe Rush; three daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Lowe of Ashland, Mrs. Josephine Nell of R. D. 4. Ashland, and Miss Frances Rush of the home; three step-daughters, Orpha Rush of Columbus, Mrs. Gladys Pinski of R. D. 2, Ashland, and Mrs. Julia Cornelius of Wooster; two step-sons Ralph and Paul Rush of R. D. 2, Ashland; a sister, Mrs. Clara Wilson of Hayesville; 13 grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the Fickes funeral home in Jeromesville Saturday at 2:30. Burial will be in Hayesville cemetery. Friends may call this afternoon and evening at the home. Submitted by Lloyd lmcornel@sssnet.com

Rush, Nellie -[Ashland Times-Gazette: 02 August 1953]

Rush, Roscoe R. -JEROMESVILLE ? Roscoe R. Rush, 86, of Ashland, R.D., died at his home Saturday, November 12, 1955, at 11:30 a.m. Surviving are six daughters. Mrs. Elizabeth Lowe, Mrs. Josephine Nell of Ashland, Mrs. Gladys Pinski of Polk R.D., Mrs. Julia Cornelius of Wooster, Orpha of Columbus and Frances of the home; a son, Paul of Ashland R.D.; a sister, Mrs. Emma Black of Perrysville; two brothers, Burton E. of McZena and M. Rush of Jeromesville R.D.; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. His first wife preceded him in death in 1901, second wife in 1950, also two sons, two sisters, a grandchild and a great-grandchild. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Fickes Funeral Home with the Rev. Leo A. Keil of Trinity E&R Church in Wooster officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Friends may call Monday 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Submitted by Lloyd