Erin Nicole Ransom

Erin Nicole Ransom, 27, of Loudonville, Ohio, passed away Thursday evening, March 24, 2016, at University Hospitals-Case Medical Center in Cleveland. She was born July 9, 1988, in Ashland, Ohio, to Robert Ransom and Karen (Kelley) Ward.

Erin celebrated her graduation from Dale-Roy School in June 2010. She had a bubbly personality and never knew a stranger-everyone was her friend. The acceptance and unconditional love she gave to others is an example of this incredible young woman's spirit. She truly enjoyed being around people and her smile would light up a room. Erin enjoyed her walks with her parents, swimming, and watching Full House on television. She had a special heart for children and animals.

Erin is survived by her mother, Karen (Richard) Ward of Ashland; father, Bob Ransom of Savannah; brothers, Doug (Vikki) Ransom-whom she idolized, and Eric (Jennie) Ransom, both of Mansfield; sister, Tammy Baker of Panama City, FL; numerous nieces and nephews; and several aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Jack and Barbara Kelley and Kenneth and Beulah Ransom.

A celebration of Erin's wonderful life will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. in Jac-Lin Manor, 695 South Mount Vernon Avenue, Loudonville, Ohio, with Pastor Deb Lewis officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Jac-Lin Manor Activity Fund. The Ashland Home of Wappner Funeral Directors is privileged to serve the family.