Kiwanis seeks sponsors’ assistance
As you know, this year we unfortunately had to cancel our two largest fundraisers—the Golf Outing and Pancake Day. These events helped to fund numerous community activities/groups that support children. It is our hope that our wonderful sponsors will still provide financial support this year in order to help area children. We are providing opportunities for our loyal sponsors to support youth
Bill Cones, former Kiwanis president passed away
William G. “Bill” Cones, age 83, of Marion, died peacefully on Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at the Marion General Hospital with his loving family by his side following a extended illness. On February 11, 1937, Bill was born in Columbus, Ohio, the older of two sons of the late Robert B. Cones and Katherine (Wilson) Cones Moyer. He graduated from
Don Distel, 89, passes away
Donald J. Distel, age 89 of Marion, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. Donald was born November 29, 1930 in Tiffin, the son of Charles Jacob and Bertha Gertrude (Kuhm) Distel. He was educated in Tiffin, graduating from Calvert High School and then enrolled into Heidelberg University. In 1951 he left college to enlist
Long-Time Member Ed Hutchman passes away
Long-time Kiwanis member, Ed Hutchman, has passed away. We will miss his smile, talent and love of community. We send love and prayers to his wife, Carrie, and all of his family. Edward William Hutchman, age 80, of Marion passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family from complications of Alzheimer’s disease on July 20, 2020. Ed was born
Canceled! 4th Annual Kiwanis Golf Outing
Marion Noon Kiwanis’ 4th Annual Golf Outing scheduled for August 14, 2020 at Kings Mills Golf Club has been canceled. Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, regrettably our Annual Kiwanis Golf Outing has been canceled. Marion County is currently at Level 3—Red. According to Ohio Guidelines at Level 3—Public Emergency—there is very high exposure and spread. It is recommended that activities be limited as
Long-time member Dave Wilhelm passes away
It is with great sadness that we share the loss of longtime Kiwanis member, Dave Wilhelm. We will miss his kindness, generosity and friendship. David Grant Wilhelm, age 69, of Marion passed peacefully into spirit on April 16, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Dave was born August 5, 1950 to the late Herbert and Marie (Szerbiak) Wilhelm. He grew