
๐๏ธ "Mean Jean" Itnyre leaves behind a legacy of love at 76. The beloved Marysville, Ohio resident passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2025, after working 32 years at Memorial Hospital where her sharp wit and generous heart earned her affectionate nickname. Jean was known for always putting others first, her notorious love of scratch-off tickets, and her dedication to her family of 52 years. She is survived by her husband Ronald, three sons, their wives, six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and her brother Larry, with the family planning a private celebration of her life.
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๐งต Beloved nurse and craftsperson Diane June Baird dies at 84. The Marysville, Ohio resident passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2025, leaving behind her husband of 36 years, Larry Baird. Known for her talents in quilting, knitting, and cross-stitch, Diane enjoyed family, friends, travel, and time at the family cottage in Canada. She is survived by her children, stepchildren, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and two sisters, with a family service planned in Michigan at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to The Make a Wish Foundation or Seedlings Braille Books for Children.
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๐๏ธ Blue Jackets-themed inclusive playground opens at Delaware State Park. The collaborative project ensures children of all abilities can play together in a safe, welcoming environment. Features include sensory-friendly structures, inclusive swings, and a climbing model of the Blue Jackets' mascot, Stinger. The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation contributed a $250,000 grant toward the playground's construction. Additional improvements include ADA-compliant restrooms, new sidewalks, and freshly planted trees, making the park accessible to everyone.
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