Obituaries

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Rodney Albert Scott, age 71, of Alger, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Lima Memorial Health System, surrounded by his family.

He was born in Kenton, Ohio on January 7, 1952, to Alfred and Lydia (Risner) Scott.  His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Rushylvania.  Rodney married Manuela “Nellie” Mirelez, she preceded him in death on October 21, 2022.

Rodney is also survived by his two sons: Jason Scott of Alger, and Rodney Scott II of Huntsville; eight grandchildren, and six great grandchildren; a brother, Larry (Mary) Scott of Zanesfield; and a sister, Terri (Rod) Sommers of Rushylvania. 

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Michael C. Pratt, age 73, of Ada, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at his residence.  

He was born on October 20, 1949 in Lima, Ohio to the late Kenneth and Goldie (Tackett) Vulgamore. On November 2, 1984, Michael married Carol Holbrook and she survives in Ada.

Michael was a U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force Veteran. He was a 1967 graduate of Piketon High School. Michael retired from Whirlpool of Findlay in 2008. He was an avid Ohio State Buckeye’s fan.

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Amelia "Molly" Mathewson, age 42, of Ada, passed away at home on Friday, February 10, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.  

She was born on February 11, 1980, in Lima, Ohio, to Gary Lee and Judith Muriel (Schmenk) McCurdy. Molly was preceded in death by her father. On August 25, 2001, she married her best friend Clint and he survives in Ada with their son Jude.

Molly is survived by her mother; sisters Katy (Eric) Atkinson and Cari (Dan) DeVaughn; brothers Joe (Emily) Bruskotter and Mick (Frances) Bruskotter; and mother and father-in-law Shirley and Bret Mathewson.

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Kimberly Currence, age 59, of Alger, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at her residence.  

She was born on May 18, 1963 in Lima, Ohio to the late Stanley and Norma (Bailey) Combs. On February 8, 1986, Kimberly married Dave Currence and he survives in Alger.

Kimberly was a homemaker.  

Also surviving are a daughter, Rachel (Rodney Thompson) Currence of Buckland; a grandson, Walker; three honorary grandchildren, Mekennah, Lea, and Blake; a brother, Richard (Shelly) Combs of Waynesfield; and two sisters, Peggy (Greg) Zeigler of Alger and Jennifer (Jason) Dye of Alger.

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Warren E. Fisher, age 67, of Lima, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at 3:15 p.m. at his residence, surrounded by family.   

He was born on December 15, 1955, in Kenton, Ohio to the late Warren J. and Betty R. (Decker) Fisher.

Warren is survived by his five siblings: Jacqueline Stephenson of Ada, Andrea Pifer of Ada, Martin (Diane) Fisher of Ada, Stacia (Mitch) Hall-Boughan of Ada, and Shawn Fisher of Columbus; lifelong friend, Bill Stoupe; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Carolyn L. Rex, age 84, of LaFayette, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Vancrest of Ada. Our angel on earth is now our angel in heaven.

She was born on April 3, 1938 in Lima, Ohio to the late Robert and Diamond (Shrider) Klingler.  On June 8, 1957, Carolyn married Jack M. Rex and he survives in LaFayette.

Family was always first to Carolyn. She loved all children especially her grandchildren, and babysat for many years. She enjoyed gardening, canning, baking, and sewing. Her husband Jack never left her side.  Carolyn retired from Allen East Schools, where she worked as a cook in the cafeteria. She attended the Lima Community Church of the Nazarene.

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