Obituaries

Oct 1, 2025

Karla “Kay” (Parker) Leeson, 78, of McComb, passed away October 1, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay.

Kay was born to Ray J. and Juanita A. (Moehlman) Parker on May 22, 1947, in Fostoria, OH. She married Rick Leeson in 1969.

Karla graduated from McComb High School in 1966. She joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1968 and was discharged...

Oct 1, 2025

Edward Eugene Turnbell, 84, of Findlay, died early Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, at The Heritage after a short illness.

He was born April 8, 1941, in Carey.

He married Brenda M. Rager on June 19, 1965, and she survives.

He also is survived by a son, Michael, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Lisa (David) Rife, of Findlay; two grandchildren, Lauren (Nicklaus) Ulrich, and...

Sep 26, 2025

Mary Lou George, 92, of Tennessee, went to be with the Lord September 26, 2025.

Mary Lou was born September 14, 1933, in Mt. Cory, OH, to Wilbur and Arline Sampson. She married Sanford “Sam” George in 1953, and he preceded her in death.

Mary enjoyed cake decorating in her home and worked as a seamstress for a local dry cleaner and...

Sep 21, 2025

Kim Allyne Rieder, 68, of Jenera, peacefully passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025, in the comfort of her home with her loving husband and children by her side.

She was born June 15, 1957, in Toledo to William Knotts and Jean (Cornwell) Fletcher. She was united in marriage to Donn Rieder on March 17, 1990, and he survives her.

Kim graduated from...

Sep 18, 2025

Eva Jean McCartney, 94, of Fostoria, passed away at the Bridge Hospice Care Center on September 18, 2025.

She was born in Hammansburg, OH, to Cecil and Ruby (Watson) Campell on January 18, 1931. In September of 1947, Eva married Joseph E. McCartney, and he proceeds her in death.

Eva found joy in the simple pleasures of life, especially in the quiet...

Sep 11, 2025

In Loving Memory of Darlene Treft Suman

December 8, 1963 – September 11, 2025

Darlene Treft Suman, a woman full of life, love, and unwavering faith, passed away on September 11, 2025, surrounded by the people who loved her most. Born on December 8, 1963, to Robert and Orma J. Treft (both now deceased), Darlene lived a joyful and purpose-filled life centered...

Sep 11, 2025

Thomas L. Wohlgamuth, 60, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 11, 2025, at Legacy.

He was born in Findlay to Laurence D. and Lois (McMaster) Wohlgamuth on March 25, 1965.

Tom graduated from Findlay High School and later earned his bachelor's degree at Bowling Green State University. He began his professional career as a dispatcher with the Findlay Police Department, where...

Sep 10, 2025

Rex Eric Flickinger, 64, of Clyde, OH, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at ProMedica Memorial Hospital in Fremont, OH.

He was born in Cleveland to Orville R. and Kathryn E. (Bowers) Flickinger on April 28, 1961.

Rex graduated from Findlay High School. He spent time with friends at the gambling hall and Circle K.

Rex is survived by his children, Josh Flickinger,...

Sep 9, 2025

Carolyn Ann Schimmel, 89, of Findlay, passed away September 9, 2025, at her residence.

She was born in Pemberville, Ohio, to Wayne and Alma (Weber) Rahe on July 31, 1936. Carolyn married Bill Schimmel, and he preceded her in death in 2021.

Carolyn was the Hancock County Clerk of Courts from 1993 to 1998. She enjoyed traveling and reading in her spare...

Sep 8, 2025

Janis Evelyn Shultz, of Findlay, passed away at Blanchard Valley Hospital in the early morning hours of September 8, 2025, at the age of 91.

She was born August 29, 1934, in Lancaster, OH, to Wilbur and Evelyn (Saunders) Street. Janis married the love of her life, Robert J. Shultz, in August 1956.

Janis graduated from Hanover-Toboso High School in Newark, Ohio....

Sep 7, 2025

Steven "Steve" T. Martin

May 17, 1968 — September 7, 2025

Awendaw, SC

Steven “Steve” Timothy Martin, age 57, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on September 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on May 17, 1968, in Oregon, Ohio, Steve was the beloved son of Earl and Lenore Martin. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, William...

Sep 5, 2025

Shawn Michael Thoma, aka “Rock Star,” 56, of Findlay, passed away at his residence with his loved ones by his side, on September 5, 2025. He was born in Findlay on December 31, 1968, to Robert and Maureen “Terry” (Golden) Thoma.

Shawn graduated from Findlay High School. He went on to become a salesman of cars and Harley motorcycles. He married...

Sep 4, 2025

Randy Lee George, 69, of Findlay, passed away at Bridge Hospice Care Center on September 4, 2025. He was born in Findlay to Sanford and Mary Lou (Sampson) George on June 25, 1956.

Randy graduated from Findlay High School. He then proudly served his country in the United States Navy for over 20 years. After his military service, he became a...

Sep 3, 2025

Candice “Candy” Marie Mischel, 76, passed away at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay, on September 3, 2025. She was born in Milwaukee, WI, to Gordon and Mary Jane (Keno) Mischel on October 30, 1948.

Candy became a beloved resident of the Blanchard Valley Residential Program in 1982 following the passing of her father. Over the decades, she was embraced by...

Sep 3, 2025

Dustyn Daugherty, of North Baltimore, passed away peacefully September 3, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay at the age of 45.

He was born in Findlay to Thomas and Merikay (Schumaker) Daugherty on January 11, 1980.

Dustyn was a former employee at Whirlpool Corporation. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and was...

Sep 1, 2025

Timothy C. Thatcher, 79, of Findlay, passed away at Blanchard Valley Hospital on September 1, 2025.

He was born August 8, 1946, in Findlay, to Quentin C. and Mary Z. (Jacobs) Thatcher.

Timothy graduated from Findlay High School before enlisting in the United States Air Force, where he served in Vietnam at the rank of...

Aug 30, 2025

Baby Westlyn R. Gray, gained his angel wings on August 30, 2025, to parents Andrew Gray and Samantha Legech at Toledo ProMedica Hospital.

Westlyn experienced holding hands with his mommy and daddy, hugs and kisses from his sisters and brother, and being told “I love you” an uncountable amount of times. Westlyn will always remain in the...

Aug 24, 2025

On August 24, 2025, a beautiful and sunny Sunday afternoon, Berneda “Bea” Carolyn Hiatt, of Findlay, entered the pearly gates. If you knew her, you know that it was a long journey up the stairs of heaven, as she would have had a conversation with everyone she met along the way. She never knew a stranger and loved everyone...

Aug 21, 2025

John Robert Boyles, 69, of McComb, passed away, Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born in Toledo, to Robert D. and Muriel Jean (Spitler) Boyles on June 19, 1956. In January 1978, John married Bonnie K. Fleming, and she survives.

John graduated from McComb High School and went on to attend...

Aug 20, 2025

Howard “Bud” Wall, 91, of Findlay, passed away on August 20, 2025. He was born on July 24, 1934, to Georgia L. and Howard E. Wall.

Bud was first married to Alicelee Clingman, with whom he later divorced. He then married Vicki Beard, who currently resides in Findlay.

Bud spent more than 25 years serving...