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Lynn Oldham Obituary

Lynn L. Oldham, 71 of Richwood, died Friday afternoon August 1, 2025 at the Marion General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 24, 1954 in Marion to the late Russell and Lila (Harriman) Oldham. He was also preceded in death by siblings, Clairen Oldham, Kevin Oldham and Lisa Schwaderer. Lynn was a true hardworking, lifelong farmer. He loved his Farmall IH tractors. One of his great pleasures in life was having "church" on Sunday mornings at his shop with his coffee drinking buddies. (Can you imagine all the stories) Lynn really enjoyed going camping with his dear friends and family. Surviving is his devoted wife, Jan (Leeth) Oldham, they were married September 30, 1988 at the Essex UMC, also surviving is their son, Chad (Taylor) Oldham and special granddaughter, Oaklee. sisters, twin – Elaine (Brad) Smith of Green Camp and Marna Winslow of Kenton sisters-in-law, Terri Oldham of LaRue, Becky Oldham of New Bloomington, Sandy (Dan) Sertell of Findlay and Barb (Roger) Wilburn of Bellevue mother and father-in-law, Charlie and Phyllis "Phid" Leeth of Marion brother-in-law, Butch Winslow of LaRue Numerous nieces and nephews and many good friends Services celebrating Lynn's life will be held Thursday August 7, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Oldham Farm at 15670 St. Rt. 739 Richwood, Ohio 43344. Pastor Joseph Rhea will officiate. Burial will follow in the Price Cemetery. Friends may call on Wednesday from 3-7 pm at the farm. Memorial gifts may be made to either, Rush Creek (Essex) United Methodist Church 32697 St Rt 37 Richwood, Ohio 43344 or the Richwood Park 153 N. Franklin St Richwood, Ohio 43344 The Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Published by Marion County Now on Aug. 3, 2025.

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Judy Carr

August 7, 2025

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
You are in my prayers.

Johannes Hijma

August 5, 2025

Lynn sure will be missed around the dairy. My deepest condolences

Janet

August 4, 2025

Sorry Jan to hear of your husbands passing! Prayers for the family and friends!

Frank Shamblin

August 4, 2025

My condolences for your loss.

Leslie Withrow Legge

August 4, 2025

My deepest sympathy to Lynn´s family. Elaine, you are in my prayers.

Vic and Inez Smith

August 4, 2025

So sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. Special thoughts for the whole family but especially Elaine. You are in our prayers.

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