All Obituaries

Karen McFadden from Findlay, Ohio passed away peacefully on December 1, 2023, at the age of 86, at her home with her family by her side. She was born May 5, 1937, in Robinson, Illinois, the second child of Hugh and Marie Duncan. Karen was proceeded in death by her brother, Larry Duncan. Karen is survived by her four children: Deborah (Dana) Aaron of Wayland, MA, Kathy Wefler, Kristie Billmaier, and Todd (Phil) McFadden, all of Findlay, Ohio; 6 grandchildren, Adam Wefler, Kyle (Melissa)...

Ruby Joy Whitney, age 72, passed away November 30, 2023, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital. She was born December 24, 1950 in Findlay to Carl W. and Edna B. (Watson) Tiel. Ruby is survived by her two brothers, Mack Richard Tiell and Carl Joseph Tiell; and three sisters, Mary Kay Garnes, Lisa Ann Bowling, and Kara Sue Sedlmeyer. She was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Josi Burdine Kelley. Arrangements have been entrusted to HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd.,...

Nondus D. Doe, age 76, of Carey, passed away November 24, 2023. She was born July 25, 1947 in Findlay to Arlis and Fern (Wagner) Orians. She married Terry L. Doe on September 3, 1970. Nondus was a member of Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church in Carey and was an auxiliary member of VFW Post 3759 in Carey. Survivors include her children, Ryan A. (Shawn) Doe of Findlay, Andrew J. (Heather) Doe of Cygnet, Leanna M. Rentz of Mt. Gilead, Trevord Doe of Fostoria; grandchildren, Ethan Doe,...

Kathy Irene Karns Elling, age 72, of Findlay, left this world on November 23, 2023, to move into a better one. She was born November 1, 1951, in Findlay to Raymond and Lois Karns. Kathy graduated from Findlay High School in 1970. Kathy is survived by two wonderful and loving children, daughter, Ashley L. (Wes) Allen of Bradner; son, Bryan M. (Nikki Boss) Elling of Toledo; two amazing and talented grandchildren, Cash and Roxie Allen. Kathy loved her family with her whole heart and soul as...

Marshall David Creighton graduated from this life on November 21, 2023 at the age of 86. He was born on January 5, 1937 to Marshall and Oleta Creighton who preceded him in death. Dave and Sharron Moninger were married on a hilltop in Greene County, Pa. in June of 1956. Dave was a farmer early in his life, then finished his degree at Findlay College. He was an athlete through high school and college, playing football and basketball. After college graduation, Dave went to work for the college...

Noden Russell Mohney, age 81, of Perrysburg, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. Born November 7, 1942, in Rimersburg, Pennsylvania, he is the son of Curnel J. and Bess E. (Sebring) Mohney. Russell married Karen L. (Shelley) in May of 1967, and she preceded him in death in 2022. Russell was a Clarion High School graduate and attended Anderson University where he earned his bachelor’s degree. He went on to work at Marathon Oil...

Marcelle E. “Dolly” Gran, age 75, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at her home in Findlay. She was born December 10, 1947, in Indianapolis to Omer and Marcella (Call) Thomas. Marcella married Thomas Gran in 1967 and he survives. She is also survived by two children, Angela (Gran) Schimmel and Aaron Gran, both of Findlay; her sister, Susan Kent, and her brother, John Thomas of West Palm Beach; two nieces and two nephews. In addition to both her parents, she was...

Diana K. Kelbley, age 80, of Findlay, passed peacefully into her new life in the early morning hours of November 9, 2023, at The Willows at Tiffin. She was born October 9, 1943, in Fostoria to Glen and Rita (Fox) Ritter. Diana married David W. Kelbley in 1995, and he survives. Diana was a St. Wendlin High School graduate. She enjoyed traveling with her husband and spending time with her family. Diana is survived by her loving husband David; four sons, Ron Seifert of Cleveland, Doug Seifert...

Donna J. Abshier of Leipsic, and formerly of Findlay, passed away on the evening of Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay, Ohio. Born on December 27, 1937 in Carmi, Illinois, Donna was the second of four daughters born to the late Arnold M. and Cuma L. (Spencer) Ziegler. She graduated from Carmi High School in 1955 and planned to become a nurse. However, at that time, a woman could not be married and attend Nursing School at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville,...

Leland Wayne Waltz, age 96, of Findlay, passed away on November 6, 2023. He was born November 25, 1926, in Mt. Cory, to Levi and Ruth (Niswander) Waltz. He married Rosella Burk in 1947, and she preceded him in death. He then married Virginia Eichenlaub in 1961, and she also preceded him in death. He then married Noreen Eidt Wilkins in 2012, and she survives. Leland was proud to serve his country in the Army during the Korean War and was a member of the Hancock County Korean War...