Obituaries

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...

Aug 19, 2025

Sharon K. Dutton, 77, of Findlay, passed away peacefully at Bridge Hospice Care Center on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. She was born July 2, 1948, in Fostoria to Richard D. and Betty L. (Wyans) Watkins. Sharon married Delmar F. Dutton, and he preceded her in death.

Sharon graduated from Fostoria High School. She liked Bingo, made different...

Aug 17, 2025

Abigail Marie Ritter, 49, of Findlay, passed away at her residence surrounded by loved ones on August 17, 2025, after a three-year fight with cancer. She was born in Toledo, to Linda King on August 5, 1976.

Abigail graduated from Findlay High School. She married Lonnie Ritter on February 22, 2022. She loved her days in her...

Aug 15, 2025

Gerald “Mike” Lee McKitrick, 85, of Forest, passed away at The Manor at Greendale, August 15, 2025. He was born in Findlay, to Kenneth and Ocie (Miller) McKitrick on August 3, 1940.

Mike was self-employed in the construction business, owning Mike’s Siding. He enjoyed camping, fishing, cooking, playing cards, driving, watching westerns, going to flea markets, and...

Aug 13, 2025

Ruth E. Bayless was welcomed home August 13, 2025. She was born on February 18, 1929, in Jacksonville, Ohio, to Clarence and Mildred (Norviel) Deal.

Ruth was a homemaker and cared for her family. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Ruth helped shape many lives and we are forever grateful to have been blessed with...

Aug 12, 2025

Richard L. Schellenberg, Sr., 80, of Findlay, passed away August 12, 2025, at Franklin Medical Center, Columbus.

He was born January 12, 1945, in Piqua, Ohio, to Aldine H. and Arnetta M. (Wilson) Schellenberg. In 1964, he married Loveda M. Vining, and she preceded him in death.

Richard worked as a truck driver mechanic for...