Obituaries

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 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...

Aug 10, 2025

Jennifer Grace Csepegi, of Lima, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025, at St. Rita’s Medical Center, at the age of 46.

She was born December 29, 1978, in Syracuse, New York, to her parents Gary and Katherine (Hedrick) Csepegi.

She graduated from Lima Senior High School and earned a bachelor's degree at UNOH in Lima....

Aug 9, 2025

Diane Kay Hill, 72, passed away at Birchaven. She was born February 28, 1953, to Dale “Sonny” and Dorothy (Waller) Hill. They proceeded her in death, as well as a brother, Dennis Wayne Hill.

Diane is survived by her sister, Sharon Hill; her brother, Dale (Kay) Hill; aunts and uncle, Carolyn and Jerry Arnold and Sharon Waller;...

Aug 8, 2025

Timothy A. Vassalle, 62, of Tiffin, passed away on August 8, 2025, at The Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay, when his spirit was lifted at 4:20 am.

He was born in Tiffin, Oh, to Richard and Virenia (Wertz) Vassalle on April 9, 1963. In 1982 he married Connie Spero and later divorced.

Tim was...

Aug 7, 2025

Jesus Trevino Vela Sr, 82, of Findlay, peacefully passed away, August 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in San Benito, Texas to Esteban and Dolores (Trevino) Vela Sr, on August 21, 1942. On April 12, 1965, Jesus married Marta B. Hernandez, and she proceeded him in death in 2020.

Jesus was...

Aug 6, 2025

Charles Gibson, 77, of Findlay, passed away at Bridge Hospice Care Center, August 6, 2025. He was born in Kenton, to Roy and Marry (Appleton) Gibson on April 29, 1948.

Charles graduated from Hardin Northern High School and attended Ohio Wesleyan University. He worked for many years as a cook. He married Nancy Eller in 1970, and...

Aug 3, 2025

Nathan Matthew Gillen, of Findlay, entered eternal rest on August 3, 2025, at the age of 46.

He was born September 19, 1978, in Findlay, to Phillip and Lynette (Farmer) Gillen.

Nathan was a member of Findlay American Legion Post 3. He cherished time with his children, grandchildren, family, and enjoyed days spent at the...

Aug 3, 2025

Mary Lou Gray, 89, of Findlay, passed away at The Heritage surrounded by family on August 3, 2025. She was born in Vanlue to Milton and Edith (Crieger) Rader on August 2, 1936.

Mary Lou graduated from Arcadia High School. She married Richard Gray on September 22, 1962. Throughout the years, Mary Lou worked at Wilson’s Sandwich...

Jul 31, 2025

Franklin J. Sterling, 80, of Findlay, passed away peacefully July 31, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.

He was born in Findlay to Alfonzo and Virginia (Smith) Sterling on November 18, 1944. He married Tammy Daniels (Schellenberg) in 1990, they later divorced, and she survives.

Franklin completed his education at Findlay High School before enlisting...