Lisa Sue Hamm, 49 of Marion, wife of Postmaster Alan Hamm, passed away on Saturday November 23, 2024, at Marion General Hospital. Lisa was born December 13, 1974, in Marion, Ohio to the late David Gay and Paula Swafford. She was married June 12, 2021, to Alan Hamm who survives. Lisa is also survived by daughters Lindsay Gay Cobb of Marion and Ashley Gay Cobb of Texas; granddaughter Jaela Davis; brothers Amos, Eric, and Billy; as well as sisters Debbie and Barb; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother Kenny.
Lisa graduated from Elgin High School and received her bachelor’s degree from O.S.U. and her Master’s Degree from the University of Cincinnati. She worked as a Pre-School Teacher for over 20 years and served as a Corrections Officer for 5 years.
Affordable Cremation Services of Ohio is assisting the family with arrangements and expressions of sympathy can be left online at www.cremationservicesofohio.com.
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Willard Tan Joseph, age 67, the brother of retired Postmaster and caregiver, Paul Joseph, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at his home in Lima, Ohio surrounded by his family.
He was the adopted son of former Mayer Gene A. and Dr.
Beverly L. Joseph, who preceded him in death.
Willard was on medical leave from FedEx where he worked in
corporate sales in Las Vegas, Nevada prior to relocating back to Ohio recently.
A 1974 graduate of Lima Central Catholic High School, Willard went on to graduate with a BA from Bluffton College (University) and an MBA from the University of Dayton.
Fulfilling a lifelong ambition, Willard became the owner of the Lima Lincoln Mercury dealership prior to relocating to Nevada.
A private family service is
planned.
Memorial contributions can be made
to The Parkinson's
Foundation.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at
www.chiles-lamanfh.com, or send cards to:
Paul Joseph
727 Atalan Trail
Lima OH 45805