Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Findlay, OH and surrounding areas.

Sherry L. (Herring) Orwick

Sherry L. (Herring) Orwick

Jul 28, 2026

Sherry Lynn (Herring) Orwick, affectionately known to many as “MeMaw”, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, at the age of 66.

Born on November 18, 1959, In Ozark, Alabama, Sherry was the daughter of Leamon Allen Herring and Annie Lucille Thomley Herring.

Sherry’s greatest joy in life was her family. She especially cherished her...

Nancy A. Brown

Nancy A. Brown

Jul 27, 2026

Nancy Anne Brown, 70, of Findlay, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 27, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.

She was born October 22, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, to Edwin J. and Norma J. (Ceci) Pipala. On January 12, 2015, Nancy married the love of her life, Scott R. Brown, who survives.

Nancy found great joy in spending time with those she...

Deborah "Deb" M. Lambrecht

Deborah "Deb" M. Lambrecht

Jul 25, 2026

Ms. Deborah “Deb” Mae Lambrecht was born on February 1, 1957, in Toledo to Patricia Ann Ehman and Ivan Wayne Lambrecht. She was called home to be with the Lord on July 25, 2026. Deb Attended Maumee Senior High School.

Deb was a free-spirited, funny jokester who brought a smile to all that knew her. Her loving nature and love for...

Elmer Keith Smith

Elmer Keith Smith

Jul 24, 2026

Elmer Keith Smith, 58, of North Baltimore, passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born June 2, 1968, in Upper Sandusky, to Elmer and Phyllis (Rigsby) Smith.

Keith was a graduate of Findlay High School and continued his education at Stautzenberger College. He was employed at Best Buy Distribution Warehouse and attended Blanchard Avenue Pentecostal Church of...

Nancy J. Perkins

Nancy J. Perkins

Jul 22, 2026

Nancy J. Perkins, 88, of Tiffin, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.

She was born August 12, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Frederick A. and Mildreth H. (Foulk) Jordan.

Nancy was a graduate of Columbian High School and dedicated 35 years of service as a teacher's aide and supervisor at the Tiffin Developmental Center. She found...

Daniel L. Martin

Daniel L. Martin

Jul 21, 2026

Daniel Lee Martin, 63, of Findlay, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born November 19, 1962, in Findlay to Dan and Elizabeth “Betty” (Lonyo) Martin. On October 29, 1993, Daniel married Julie K. Oates, who survives.

Daniel enjoyed fishing, listening to music, gathering around bonfires, camping, gardening, model trains, and collecting coins. He also...

Andy Cardenas

Andy Cardenas

Jul 21, 2026

Andy Cardenas, 79, of Tiffin, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 21st in Tiffin at home in hospice care, leaving a legacy of kindness, integrity, and hard work.

Andy was born on April 27, 1947, in Tiffin, Ohio to Andy Cardenas and Dorothy Cardenas (Scherger). He graduated from Columbian High School and was later drafted to serve in Vietnam, receiving an...

Tracy J. Greer

Tracy J. Greer

Jul 18, 2026

Tracy Joy Greer, 51, of Findlay, passed away at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Saturday, July 18, 2026. She was born September 30, 1974, in Findlay, to Robert and Debra (McRill) Felkner.

Tracy graduated from Liberty Benton High School and worked as a CNA for many years. She enjoyed making bracelets and watching television.

Those left behind to cherish Tracy’s memory are her...

Norma G. Hitchings Smith

Norma G. Hitchings Smith

Jul 17, 2026

Norma Grace Hitchings Smith, 94, of Findlay, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on Friday, July 17, 2026. She was born on August 1st, 1931, to Manfred, Sr. and Cora (Varner) Bobenmyer. On July 1, 1951, Norma married Robert Hitchings at Trinity Lutheran Church, Arcadia. He preceded her in death on October14, 1972. She later married Richard...

Michael D. Dean

Michael D. Dean

Jul 17, 2026

Michael D. Dean, 51, of Findlay, passed away Friday, July 17, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born July 24, 1974, in Findlay to Roger and Joyce (Wise) Dean.

A graduate of Carey High School, Michael continued his education at Bowling Green State University, where he earned his bachelor's degree. He had a lifelong passion for gaming and was an avid...

Susan A. Gelbaugh

Susan A. Gelbaugh

Jul 16, 2026

Susan Ann Gelbaugh, 74, of Findlay, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Birchaven Village.

She was born December 1, 1951, in Marion to the late Bobbie and Kathryn (Gosnell) Wolfinger. Sue married Jay F. Gelbaugh on June 21, 1969, and he preceded her in death.

Sue worked for Findlay Industries for 28 years and Findlay City Schools Food Service for...

Kelly J. Cooper

Kelly J. Cooper

Jul 15, 2026

Kelly J. Cooper, 64, of Tiffin, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.

Kelly was born in Tiffin on June 1, 1962, to the late Ules and Evelyn (Breitwieser) Faulkner. Kelly married Michael L. Cooper in 1990. They shared 20 years of marriage and then divorced. She worked as a press operator at Owens Corning and Toledo...

Steven E. Brooker Jr.

Steven E. Brooker Jr.

Jul 13, 2026

Steven E. Brooker Jr., 49, of Findlay, passed away at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo on Monday, July 13, 2026.

He was born in Findlay on July 8, 1977, to the late Sharon Packer and Steven Brooker Sr.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his children, Bryce Brooker, and Ashton Brooker, both of Findlay; brothers, Jason Brooker and...

Debra K. Montgomery

Debra K. Montgomery

Jul 13, 2026

Debra K. Montgomery, 70, of Findlay, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026, at The Manor at Greendale.

She was born in Upper Sandusky on October 8, 1955, to Clyde and Avonell (Risner) Lynn. On October 8, 2008, Debra married Frank Montgomery Sr., who survives.

Debra was a graduate of Findlay High School and went on to earn three bachelor’s degree while attending...

Gary M. "Mike" Woolley

Gary M. "Mike" Woolley

Jul 12, 2026

Gary Michael Woolley, 81, of Findlay, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born in Bluffton, Ohio, on November 24, 1944, to Roy and Ara E. (Patterson) Woolley. Mike married Diana Rose, and they were married for 52 years.

Mike was employed with Cooper Tire and Rubber Company and retired after 39 years of service. In his...

Elizabeth A. Nelson

Elizabeth A. Nelson

Jul 11, 2026

Elizabeth A. Nelson, 78, of Findlay, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital Hospice Care Unit.

She was born February 4, 1948, in Jackson, Ohio, to Howard and Martha (Sawylers) Nelson.

Elizabeth's faith in God was the foundation of her life, and her greatest joy was the family she loved so deeply. She treasured every moment spent...

Diane E. Schlachter

Diane E. Schlachter

Jul 11, 2026

Diane Elise Schlachter, 63, of Findlay, passed away at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Saturday, July 11, 2026.

She was born May 9, 1963, in Findlay, to Harold and Elizabeth “Judy” (Crozzer) Curth. Diane married Mark Schlachter Sr., and he survives.

Diane was a manager at Taco Bell for 20 years and also worked at Whirlpool. She was a member of McGuffey Church...

Maria M. Casarez

Maria M. Casarez

Jul 7, 2026

Maria M. Casarez, 81, of Findlay, Ohio, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Mercy Health – St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima.

She was born September 22, 1944, in Hondo, Texas, to Leandro and Gregoria (Rodriguez) Martinez.

Maria married the love of her life, Raymond Casarez, and together they shared many years of love and devotion until his passing...

Ritchie A. Nielson

Ritchie A. Nielson

Jul 2, 2026

Ritchie A. Nielson Jr, 43, of Findlay, passed away at his residence, Thursday, July 2, 2026.

He was born on December 17, 1982, in Iroquois, Illinois, to Ritchie and Denise (Glowezewski) Nielson Sr.

Ritchie was a member of the United States Army, CIT (Crisis Intervention Training), VA (Veterans Affairs), VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars), and Guitars for Vets.

Those left behind to cherish...

James C. "Jim" Manges

James C. "Jim" Manges

Jul 2, 2026

James “Jim” Carey Manges, 80, of Findlay, peacefully entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.

He was born June 7, 1946, in Bluffton, Ohio, to George Washington and Mabel Celeste (Steiner) Manges. Jim was first married to Darlene (Barger) Manges who preceded him in death. He later married Susan (Rohrer) Numbers in 2005, and she...

Subscribe

Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

griefsteps
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.