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Louise Taylor was born in Uniopolis

Mary Louise Taylor, age 78, passed away on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima.

She was born on December 28, 1943, in Uniopolis, Ohio to the late Nevil and Bernadine Ruby (Moore) Anderson.  On February 25, 1961, Louise married Harold Taylor and he survives in Ada.

Also surviving are her four children: Ramona (Anthony) Sumney, Jay Taylor, Teara Taylor and Sibble Taylor; eight grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and a sister, Nancy Wilson.

Louise was preceded in death by her son, Kyle Raymond Taylor; and a brother, Kenneth Anderson.

Harry Lee "Pap" Moore was a welder

Harry Lee "Pap" Moore, 91, went to his Heavenly Home on February 25, 2022, following a valiant battle with a sudden and short illness. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace. 

Elmer E. Ousley worked for Dana Corp.

Elmer E. Ousley, age 78, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at 11:55 a.m. at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima.

He was born on October 20, 1943, in Harrod, Ohio to the late Lonzo and Josie (Prater) Ousley. 

Elmer retired from Dana Corporation, Lima where he worked as a machinist. He was a member of the Lima Elks B.P.O.E. #54, the Lima Eagles Post #370 and the Lima VFW Post #1275.  He loved to play golf and was an avid sports fan, especially The Ohio State Buckeyes.  Elmer loved his family, especially his grandsons.

Alwanda Albert was Chief Deputy at Hardin County Probate Court

Alwanda Louise Albert, 87, passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at 12:55 a.m. at Westbrook Assisted Living, Upper Sandusky.

She was born on July 29, 1934, in Hardin County, Ohio to the late Virgil and Donna (Swavel) Wolber.   On December 27, 1952, Alwanda married Clarence “Smiley” Albert and he preceded her in death on October 4, 1994. 

Marian W. Johansen was a nurse

Marian W. Johansen, age 82, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at 11:38 p.m. at Lima Memorial Health System. 

She was born on January 25, 1940, in Titusville, Pennsylvania to the late Kenneth Orlo and Edith (Schneider) Willia.m.s, Sr.   On August 25, 1962, Marian married Bruce E. Johansen and he survives in Harrod. 

Marian is also survived by her three sons: David Johansen of Yellow Springs, Mark (Coleen) Johansen of Chillicothe, and Luke (Ashley) Johansen of Ada; nine grandchildren and several great grandchildren; and a brother, Kenneth (Nancy) Williams, Jr. of St. Clairsville. 

Angela D. Fraley graduated from USV High School

Angela D. Fraley, age 54 passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022 at Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus.

​She was born on March 15, 1967 in Kenton, Ohio to the late William and Lonna (Shepherd) Fraley.  

​Angela was a nanny for her beloved nieces and nephew.  She was a graduate of Upper Scioto Valley High School class of 1986.  

​She is survived by the love of her life, David Reid.  Also surviving are a son, Logan Reid of Kenton; three brothers: W. Stephen Fraley of Kenton, J. Kevin Fraley of Elida and Christopher L. (Deb) Fraley of Vancouver, WA; and a sister, Kathy (Dean) Shipp of Elyria.

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