Obituaries

Jul 10, 2024

Charles E. Miller, 72, of Bluffton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Charles was born on March 9, 1952, in Dennison, Ohio, to Charles and Joann (Ashleman) Miller. On November 28, 1981, he married Sigrid (Archinal), who survives him. Charles graduated from Indian Valley South High School in 1971 and...

Jul 9, 2024

Richard Aaron Bolander, age 59, of Mt. Blanchard, passed away unexpectedly on July 9, 2024. He was born December 25, 1964, in Findlay to Paul and Janet (Warren) Bolander.

Richard was a Riverdale High School graduate. He loved off roading and 4 wheeling, car shows, and enjoyed his lawncare work. Richard enjoyed listening to country music and...

Jul 4, 2024

Jay Clarence Pilcher, 74, of Findlay, passed away July 4, 2024, at The Heritage.

He was born in Findlay to George and Dora (Downs) Pilcher on January 3, 1950.

Jay was one of the most dedicated and hard-working man ever! He spent his whole life working on cars for pleasure. He was employed over the...

Jun 28, 2024

William J. Boney, born February 8, 1934, passed away Friday, June 28, 2024, at the age of 90.

Bill was the son of Hector and Mollie (Scagnetti) Boney. He married Marilyn Gordon on October 13, 1956, and she preceded him in death. They had four children: Stan Boney (Debbie) of Youngstown, OH, Ann (Tom) Drake of Findlay,...

Jun 26, 2024

Susan Cramer Nichols, 82, died June 26, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital surrounded by her family.

Born in Findlay on November 14, 1941, Sue was the daughter of the late Clyde and Martha Cramer. Sue was a 1960 graduate of Findlay High School. She married Robert Nichols, her husband of 63 years, on February 11, 1961, and...

Jun 24, 2024

Nancy L. Hopson, 64, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Monday, June 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was born to Everett and Irma (Morton) Johnson on December 9, 1959, in Tampa, Florida. She married Larry Hopson.

Nancy had a wonderful smile and a great sense of humor, and she was friendly to everyone she met....

Jun 24, 2024

Ronnie L. Rayburn, 77, of Hoytville, passed away peacefully Monday, June 24, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay.

Ronnie was born to Ralph and Alice (Barber) Rayburn on April 22, 1947, in Lima. He married Patricia Gibson on July 10, 2004, and she survives.

Ronnie farmed, drove semi, and loved to weld. In...

Jun 18, 2024

Judith Anne Powell, age 73, of Findlay, Oh, peacefully transitioned home Tuesday, June 18 while at Blanchard Valley Hospital.  She was surrounded by her loving family while under the care of Bridge Hospice. Judy was born November 16, 1950, in Findlay from the union of Robert M. and Ruth E. (Engard) Pickens.

Left to cherish her memory,...

Jun 16, 2024

Ryan Andrews, age 51, of Rawson, peacefully passed away June 16, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center of Findlay surrounded by family.

Ryan was born October 29, 1972, in Findlay, to Will and Shirley Andrews. He married Annette “Nettie” Strable in September of 2012, and she survives.

Ryan was an avid Cleveland Browns and Ohio...

Jun 15, 2024

Ronald Farrier, age 60, of Fostoria, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, at St. Vincent Hospital.

Ronald was born October 4, 1963, in Sandusky, Ohio, to Ernest R. and Vurgie (Perry) Farrier.

Ronald loved the ocean and traveling. He was a funny guy with a great sense of humor that would make everyone laugh. He...

Jun 14, 2024

Precious angel Aurora Aviana Hochmuth, 4 years old, beloved daughter of Teá LeGrant and Ryan Hochmuth, went to heaven on June 14, 2024. She was born April 6, 2020, in Tiffin.

In her sweet, short life, Aurora loved butterflies and flowers, watching Gabby’s Dollhouse and Frozen, and the color pink.

Aurora will forever be loved...

Jun 13, 2024

Janice Faye Tetreault, 85, of Findlay, passed away June 13, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

She was born May 8, 1939, in Fremont, Ohio, to Victor and Florence (Miller) Barringer.

Janice married Theodore A. Tetreault on August 29, 1969, and he preceded her in death.

Janice was a Fremont St. Joseph High School...

Jun 13, 2024

On Thursday, June 13, 2024, Caylus Jaxon Snyder, beautiful baby boy of Katie E. Snyder, was stillborn at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

Our time with Caylus was short, but we are grateful for the time we were blessed with. Caylus filled our hearts with so much love and most importantly, heaven has gained another angel.

Those...

Jun 6, 2024

Brian Dean Kisseberth, passed to his eternal home surrounded by family at Blanchard Valley Hospital on Thursday, June 6, 2024, after a brave 3 ½ year-long battle with cancer.

Brian was born July 9, 1969, to Carl Dean and Judy (Dysert) Kisseberth in Benton Ridge, OH. He was a blessing from God, being the favorite middle child....

Jun 5, 2024

Jeannette E. Bruno, 80, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Jeannette was born, in Findlay, to Edgar and Helen (Jackson) Boerger on January 20, 1944.

Jeannette married John “Jack” Bruno on August 8, 1991, and he proceeded her in death in 2022.

Jeannette is survived by her...

Jun 2, 2024

Edward E. Myers peacefully left this world after his fight with cancer on June 2, 2024, at the age of 65.

Ed was born on February 25, 1959, to Earl and Irma Myers of Kansas, Ohio.

After graduating from Lakota High School in 1977, he began working in the Tooling Layout and Inspection Department at...

May 29, 2024

Brandie L. Robertson passed away at her home Wednesday, May 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born March 19, 1982, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Donald “Bud” and Vicky (Adams) Robertson.

Brandie was a graduate of Upper Sandusky High School and was an avid softball player and coach. Brandie also enjoyed roller...

May 18, 2024

Douglas P. Thomas, 64, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024, at his residence.

Doug was born to Paul and Margaret (Eatherton) Thomas on November 28, 1959, in Findlay. He graduated from Vanlue High School and received his bachelor’s degree from Findlay College. He married Diane on April 8, 1995.

Throughout this career, Doug worked at...

May 16, 2024

James A. Gunder, 81, of Findlay, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024, at home surrounded by his family.

Jim was born to James and Constance (Ferguson) Gunder July 22, 1942, in Rudolph, Ohio. He married Sondra Snyder on March 13, 2020, and she survives. He retired from the U.S. Army as a Master Sergeant. He enjoyed fishing,...

May 14, 2024

John Michael (Mick) Heilman, 77, of New Riegel, died May 14, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. He was born in Tiffin, on January 27, 1947, to John A. and Anna (Miller) Heilman. He married Maryanne Moore on October 4, 1979, and she survives.

John is survived by his sons, Anthony (Janeen) Heilman of Upper Sandusky,...