All Obituaries

Joyce “Sharon” Rader, age 79, of Findlay, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 10, 2021 in the comfort of her home. She was born September 25, 1941 in Findlay to the late Cloyce and Sarah Flossie (Schaad) Wagner. On July 13, 1972, Sharon and Howard S. Rader were united in marriage in Monroe, Michigan.     Sharon enjoyed genealogy, ceramics, sewing, reading, crosswords, and picking at her husband.    Sharon is survived by her loving...

On January 8th, 2021, James Herbert Wittnemyer, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away at his residence at the age of 65. He was born in Findlay, Ohio on May 6, 1955 to the late John and Janice (Ralston) Wittenmyer.     Jim graduated from McComb High School and went on to attend Asbury College in Wilmore, KY. He worked at the Ohio Bank and Blanchard Valley Hospital before moving to Kentucky. Jim always talked about how he loved Kentucky, the Kentucky derby, and his favorite team,...

Ronald Harold Haas, 75, of Bluffton, passed away January 3, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital. He was born in Findlay on May 13, 1945 to John H. and Helen (Copus) Haas. On June 25, 1967, Ronald married Patricia A. (Benjamin) and she survives.   Ron was a McComb High School graduate and attended Liberty Baptist Church in Ada, Ohio. He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, golfing, and traveling. Ron loved spending time with his family and was an avid sports fan and a diehard Cleveland fan....

Clark L. Phillips, 58, of Findlay, passed away at his residence on January 2, 2021. He was born July 6, 1962 in Findlay to the late Delmar and Karen (Moore) Phillips. Clark married Darla (Stall) Phillips on March 17, 1985 and she preceded him in death in 2020. Clark enjoyed fishing and skateboarding.   Clark is survived by his daughter, Sarah (Kale) Kelly of Pensacola, Florida; and two brothers, Mark (Claudia) Phillips of Arlington, and Kent (Julie) Phillips of Findlay; nieces,...

On December 31, 2020, at the age of 87, Ralph R. Bonnett Jr., passed away peacefully at his daughter’s residence with his daughter at his side. He was born on June 11, 1933 in Los Angeles, California to the late Ralph R. and Mary (Angulo) Bonnett Sr. Ralph married Peggy Bonnett and she preceded him in death.   Ralph was in the ROTC program during high school, joining the Air Force shortly after as a fighter pilot. Afterwards, he attended San Diego State University and obtained...

Wayne Eugene Lindsey, 91, of Findlay, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Bridge Hospice Care Center. Born in Indiana on November 16, 1929, he was the son of the late Kenneth G. and Beatrice (Smith) Lindsey. Wayne married the love of his life, Betty (Quellhorst) on June 29, 1963 and they were married for 55 years until her passing in 2018.     Wayne graduated high school and went on to attend college earning his Bachelor’s degree. He worked for Marathon Oil...

Kay S. Otto, 69, of Bluffton, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2020 at Mennonite Memorial Home in Bluffton. She was born July 11, 1951 in Lima, Ohio to Evelyn (Eck) Otto and the late Richard Otto.   Kay enjoyed reading, tending to her flowers and spending time with friends. Kay was a devoted grandmother who dedicated her life to her daughter and grandchildren. Her friendship, support and love will be greatly missed.   Kay is survived by her mother, Evelyn; daughter, Angel...

On December 27, 2020, at the age of 80, Marilyn K. Smith, of North Baltimore, peacefully passed away at Briar Hill Health Campus. She was born in Lima, Ohio on December 26, 1940 to the late Robert J. and Donna L. (Winter) Pohlabel. In 1958 Marilyn met her future husband, Oliver H. Smith Jr., and were married on January 10, 1959.     Marilyn was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend....

Rolland Norris, 66, of Findlay, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Findlay on September 8, 1954 to the late Richard and Francine (Lonsway) Norris. On June 28, 1975, Rolland married Sue (George) and she survives in Findlay.   Rolland worked as a mechanic for 20 years in Toledo before retiring. He loved helping whoever he could by using his mechanical talents. He loved working and restoring cars and drag racing at Norwalk Raceway Park. Rolland would...

Marta Beatrice Vela, 87, of Findlay, peacefully drifted into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ surrounded by her family at Bridge Hospice Care Center. She was born in Laredo, Texas on July 29, 1933 to the late Luciano and Manuela (Villarreal) Hernandez Sr. Marta was united in marriage on April 12, 1965 to Jesus T. Vela Sr. They were married for 55 years and he survives in Findlay.   Marta worked for several years at the Cigar Factory in Findlay in the 1960’s and also...