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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Arnold A. "Tony" Grotrian
Jul 1, 2026
Arnold Anton “Tony” Grotrian, 88, peacefully entered into eternal life, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay.
He was born June 4th, 1938, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to the late Herman and Gertrude (Thieme) Grotrian. Tony married Linda Smith and they later divorced.
Tony was a 1956 graduate of Concordia Lutheran High School. He...
Tricia J. Green
Jun 30, 2026
Tricia J. Green, 91, of Findlay, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Birchaven.
She was born September 14, 1934, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Seward A. and Harriet (Trinkle) Baker. Tricia married Joseph G. Green on July 1, 1956, and he preceded her in death on December 24, 1991. She then married Larry L. Miles on August 15, 2009, and he...
Margaret "Peggy" A. Lehman
Jun 26, 2026
Margaret (Peggy) A. Lehman, 82, of Findlay, peacefully passed away Friday, June 26, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.
She was born April 16, 1944, in Chestnut Hill (Philadelphia), PA, to Robert and Ann (Burton) Killough. Margaret married David Wayne Lehman, and he preceded her in death.
Margaret was a devoted mother who found great joy in caring for her family and...
Mary Kathryn "Kathy" Fenimore
Jun 24, 2026
Mary Kathryn “Kathy” Fenimore, 74, of Findlay, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Kathy was born March 3, 1952, in Findlay, to Richard and Kathlyn “Frances” (Lonsway) Norris. She met the love of her life, James “Jimmy” Fenimore, in 1974, and they were married on December 18, 2003. She graduated from Findlay High School. She was a cake decorator at Frueh’s...
Wilma K. Lauck
Jun 23, 2026
Wilma Lauck, 78, of Findlay, passed away peacefully at her home, Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
She was born August 21, 1947, in Lima, to Ralph and Alice (Schmitz) Schroeder. Wilma married Ralph “Gene” Lauck on November 15, 1969. She graduated from Leipsic High School and retired from Marathon Oil Company where she was a secretary. She was a member of St....
Wendell E. Craft
Jun 21, 2026
Wendell E. Craft, 78, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, June 21, 2026, in Findlay, Ohio. He was born Feb. 5, 1948, in Lima, Ohio to the late Walter and Nida (Marshall) Craft.
Wendell graduated from Lima Perry High School and later served in the United States Navy. Following his military service, he moved to Tiffin, Ohio where he...
Jeffery "Jeff" L. Wolford
Jun 20, 2026
Jeffery “Jeff” L. Wolford, age 63, of Port Richey, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 20, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer.
He was born August 3, 1962, in Findlay, Ohio, to John and Carol (Errett) Wolford, who survive in Findlay. Jeff married Barbara Ann Ault, and she survives in Florida.
Jeff was an avid...
