Robert E. Rock, Sr., age 81, of Alger, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at 7:07 p.m.
He was born on March 11, 1941, in LaFayette, Indiana to the late Howard and Pearl (Kerfoot) Rock, Sr. On May 18, 1963, Robert married Gloria J. Dyer. She preceded him in death one year prior, on the same day as Robert October 15, 2021.
Robert retired from Rockwell of Kenton as an electrician and was also the owner of Rock Electrical Services. He was a member of the Pentecostal Church of God. Robert also preached at the Lima Rescue Mission. He was a U.S. Army Veteran who served from 1959-1962.
The journey started a long time ago when Leonard said yes to the Lord’s calling to be a child of His. From that day forward Leonard grew in faith and desire to one day take his place in heaven with his Lord and Savior. On October 15, 2022, Leonard’s faith became a reality as he was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior.
He was born on December 28, 1942, to the late Arthur and Loretta (Lawrence) Donnal. Leonard married Christina (Newland) Donnal and she survives in Alger.
Helen R. Robinson, age 89, of Lima, passed away on Friday, September 30, 2022, at 6:58 p.m., at Shawnee Manor, Lima.
She was born on December 16, 1932, in Floyd County, Kentucky to the late J.D. and Willa (Bays) Newberry. Helen first married Henry Shepherd, Sr, and he preceded her in death. Helen then married Charles Robinson in 1970 and they were married for over 51 years, he survives in Lima.
Jeraldine Stone Sparks, age 86, of Kenton, passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2022, at 9:55 AM at Kenton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on January 20, 1936, in Hardin County, Ohio to the late James and Stella (Howard) Stone.
She married the late Robert Sparks. Her children: David (Lorinda) Sparks of Belle Center, Darlene (Rudy) Altamirano of Kathleen, Georgia and Denise Guess of Kathleen, Georgia all survive, along with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Keith A. Matson, age 53, of Lima, passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at 4:56 AM at Lima Memorial Health System.
He was born on October 1, 1968, to Arthur G. and Patricia (Lee) Matson. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Dola.
Also surviving is his daughter, Haley Stidham of Dola; three grandchildren: Karleigh, Koby and Kolson Stidham; a brother, Eric (Denise) Matson of Bellville; and a sister, Melinda (Wesley) Hipsher of Dunkirk.
Keith worked as an autobody repairman. He was a graduate of Hardin Northern High School and attended Apollo Career Center.
Thomas L. Williams, age 76, of Ada, passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at 4:42 p.m. at Lima Memorial Health System.
He was born on October 13, 1945, in Lima, Ohio to the late Harry H. and Margurite (McElroy) Williams. Thomas married Jean E. Lockwood and she survives in Ada.
Also surviving are his three sons: Tom Williams of Bluffton, Kenny Williams of Ada, and Bruce (Becky) Williams of Ada; eight grandchildren; a brother, Neil (Keitha) Williams of Ada; and two sisters: Linda Cheney of Ada, and Robin (Mike) Romick of Bluffton.
He was preceded in death by two brothers: Bill Williams and Jackie Williams; and two sisters: Pat Morrison and Cricket Mefford.
