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Elizabeth Dicus 1935-2021

Elizabeth Alvada Dicus, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at 10:15 AM at her residence, surrounded by her family.

She was born on July 8, 1935 in Melrose, Ohio to the late Walter John and Mable Emma (Hunt) Sroufe. On April 26, 1952 Alvada married Richard Dicus and he survives in Ada.  

Also surviving are her six children: Richard (Brenda) Dicus of Kenton, Jerome “Jerry” Dicus of Alger, Ronald (Darla) Dicus of Portage, Timothy Dicus of Alger, Christopher (Theresa) Dicus of Susan, VA and Marcia (Larry) White of Lima; twelve grandchildren; several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and a half sister, Evelyn Paxton of Lakeview.

Alice Bucher was a dispatcher for Ada Police Department

Alice E. Bucher, age 105, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021 at 4:40 AM at Vancrest of Ada.

She was born on August 14, 1916 in Lima, Ohio to the late Harry W. and Mary Alice (Dinan) Thompson. On September 12, 1936 Alice married A. Dale Bucher and he preceded her in death on May 10, 1995.

Chad Caudill 1973-2021

Chad Edward Caudill, age 48, died on Friday, August 13, 2021 at 5:04 PM at OhioHealth Marion General Hospital.

He was born on July 15, 1973 in Lima, Ohio to Paul E. Caudill and Brenda Docter. His father, Paul and step mother, Wanda survive in Delphos and his mother, Brenda preceded him in death.   

He worked in Construction.

Chad is also survived by his son, Sebastian Caudill; grandson, Christian; and two sisters: Laura (Brian) Hoff of Lima and Lisa Gossman of Dayton.       

Private family services will be held.

Marilyn Nitchie was a member of Believers Church of New Beginnings

Marilyn Kay Nitchie, age 74, passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at 5:50 AM at her residence in Ada, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on September 17, 1946 in Lima, Ohio to the late Arthur and Laura (Hurt) Clemons. On April 4, 1969, Marilyn married Ernest S. “Sam” Nitchie who preceded her in death on March 4, 2021.

Marilyn was an active member at Believers Church of New Beginnings, Alger.

Edward Collins was a Korean War veteran

Edward Collins, age 87, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, August 12, 2021.  He was surrounded by his loving children and son-in-law.

Ed was born to the late John Collins Sr. and Cecil (Baughman) Collins on October 10, 1933.    

Ed was a veteran of the Korean War.  For his service, was awarded a Bronze Star.  He served honorably in the United States Air Force, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant.  He was a lifetime member of the Arlington AmVets and the Arlington VFW Post #4510.  

Following his honorable discharge, Ed married the love of his life, Marilyn Sue Collins, who preceded him in death.  They were married fifty-eight years. 

Patsy Fern Worrell was a member of the County Line Church of the Brethren

Patsy Fern Worrell, age 79, went home to be with her Lord and husband Ralph whom passed away on March 6th of this year, at Vancrest of Ada  on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 6:45 PM.

She was born on October 30, 1941 in Lima, Ohio to Clyde N. and Fern (McCarty) Long who preceded her in death. She married Ralph M. Worrell on January 26, 1957, and they were married for sixty-three years.   

Patsy formerly worked at Gardner Drug Store, Ada and at Lima Memorial Health System.  She was a member of the County Line Church of the Brethren, Harrod.  Patsy was loved by everyone who knew her.  Her greatest love was her family whom she loved endlessly.

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