Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Findlay, OH and surrounding areas.
Terry L. Patterson
Sep 10, 2024
Terry Leon Patterson, 67, of Findlay, passed away September 10, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center with his loving family beside him.
He was born February 6, 1957, in Findlay, to Charles and Helen (Wilson) Patterson. Terry married Sandy Karcher on August 26, 1975, and she survives.
Terry enjoyed racing and building go karts. He...
Georgia Michalski
Sep 10, 2024
Georgia Ann (Green) Michalski, 86, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Provision Living of Findlay.
She was born to George and Juanita (Lintz) Green on January 13, 1938, in Toledo. She married Eugene Michalski on February 14, 1972, and he preceded her in death in 2021.
Georgia graduated from Whitmer High School and then...
Vivian L. Elshoff
Sep 7, 2024
V. Lucille “Lucy” Elshoff, 89, of Findlay and formerly of North Baltimore, peacefully passed away September 7, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.
She was born February 12, 1935, in Toledo, Ohio, to Truman and Helen (McKenzie) Burch, Sr. On April 12, 1953, Lucy and Kenneth Elshoff were united in marriage. Through this union, they had four...
Barbara S. Pfister
Sep 7, 2024
Barbara Sue Pfister, 66, of Findlay, passed away September 7, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.
She was born June 23, 1958, in Findlay, to Guy N. and Shirley A. (Gordon) Hoffheins. Barbara married her loving husband, Steve Pfister, and he survives.
God has called one of his angels home, as the most beautiful, most wonderful...
Gloria Saldana-Davila
Sep 2, 2024
Gloria Saldana-Davila, age 90, of Findlay, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 2, 2024, in a peaceful transition to heaven at home.
She was born February 7, 1934, in Santa Maria, TX, to Porfirio and Tomasa (Contreras) Davila. Gloria married Salvador “Chava” Saldana, they divorced, and he preceded her in death...
David C. Dierksheide
Sep 1, 2024
David Carl Dierksheide, 85, of Findlay, peacefully passed away in the early hours of September 1, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.
He was born August 7, 1939, in Bowling Green, Ohio. On June 23, 1962, David married Elizabeth J. Firsdon, sharing 62 years of marriage.
David enjoyed his vegetable garden and spending time with...
Gerald I. Rader
Aug 27, 2024
Gerald I. Rader, 92, of Findlay, Ohio, died peacefully on Tuesday, August 27, at Bay Bluffs Emmett County Medical Care Facility in Harbor Springs, MI.
Gerald was born and raised in Findlay on July 9, 1932, to Gerald A. and Catherine C. (Crates) Rader. He was an only child but was blessed with a cousin and good...
Dorothy Y. Heldman
Aug 27, 2024
Dorothy Y. Heldman, age 63, of Findlay, passed away August 27, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.
She was born in Findlay on October 7, 1960, to Roy and Helen (Snyder) Hartley. Dorothy married David A. Heldman, and he preceded her in death in 2012.
Dorothy enjoyed working on her arts and crafts projects. Her greatest...
Carol J. Hornick
Aug 22, 2024
Carol J. Hornick, 80, of Findlay, went to be with the Lord on August 22, 2024, at Birchaven Village.
She was born December 27, 1943, in Indiana, PA, to Dale A. and Kathryn S. Bell. Carol married Thomas H. McGough on September 12, 1964, and they divorced. They had three children, Elaine M. Brannan of Michigan, Patrick...
Steven Shoemaker
Aug 21, 2024
Steven Ivan Shoemaker, 73, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Arlington Manor. Steve was born on July 21, 1951, in Bowling Green, to Marvin and Mary Ellen (Brown) Shoemaker.
Steve worked as a carpenter and was a member of Findlay Moose Lodge #698, as well as Community Bible Church in Arlington. He loved NASCAR, but not...
Tracy E. Zink
Aug 20, 2024
Tracy E. Zink, 60, of Findlay, peacefully passed away August 20, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Bowling Green.
She was born January 28, 1964, in Findlay, to Charles “Chuck” Zink and Bernice (Steckline) Hobbs.
Tracy enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She loved cooking her best meals for everyone. Tracy absolutely loved...
Rhonda R. Lopez
Aug 16, 2024
Rhonda Renee Lopez, age 63, of Findlay, passed away August 16, 2024, at her residence.
Rhonda was born May 15, 1961, in Findlay to Junior L. and Sharon K. (Bland) Emmons. She married Juan Lopez, and he preceded her in death in 2010.
Rhonda had a great love for animals, especially her dog Penney, and...
Donivan Lee Williams
Aug 14, 2024
Donivan Lee Williams, 84, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024. He was born on July 24, 1940, to Ross and Violet (Salter) Williams in Senecaville, Ohio. He married Judith Ulman on February 4, 1969.
Donivan proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy. He then became an over the road truck driver for...
Randy L. Howard
Aug 5, 2024
Randy Lee Howard, 75, of Findlay, passed away Monday, August 5, 2024, at Birchaven Village.
Randy was born March 15, 1949, in Clovis, New Mexico to James and Nola Frances (Maize) Howard. On May 21, 1967, Randy married Kathy Hottinger, and she survives.
In addition to Kathy, he is also survived by his two daughters,...
Danny May
Aug 4, 2024
Danny L. May, 72, of Findlay, Ohio, passed away on August 4, 2024. Born on April 7, 1952, in Findlay, Danny dedicated his early years to serving his country in the Army from 1970 to 1972, a commitment that filled him with pride.
After his military service, Danny graduated from the Maine State Police Academy in 1983...
Neibi (Rubio) Reza
Aug 1, 2024
Neibi Reza, 84, of Leipsic, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 1, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Tomas and Carlotta (Castenta) Rubio on March 17, 1940 in Mexico.
She enjoyed shopping, cooking, and she especially loved caring for her grandchildren.
Neibi is survived by her children, Gayle (Nicholas) Lammers and Leon...
Patricia A. Brown
Jul 30, 2024
Patricia Ann Brown, 70, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at the age of 70. She was born February 15, 1954, in Columbus, to William and Doris (Harford) Gallagher.
Patricia’s greatest joy was her loving family in which she took immense pride. She loved and enjoyed every minute she...
Carleyle "Bud" Peterman
Jul 26, 2024
Carleyle “Bud” Peterman, 54, of Findlay, passed away Friday, July 26, 2024. Born March 5, 1970, in Findlay, Bud was always known for his ornery, yet fun loving personality. No matter the situation, you could guarantee Bud would crack a joke or make you laugh somehow. He was friendly and never knew a stranger.
A proud father...
Fannie (Yarborough) Martin
Jul 19, 2024
Fannie R. (Yarborough) Martin, 91, of Fostoria, passed away on July 19, 2024 at the Arbors of Oregon. She was born on March 13, 1933 in Cross Keys, South Carolina. Fannie liked to sew and work in the garden.
Gordon R. Clinger
Jul 18, 2024
Gordon Ray Clinger, 94, of Findlay, passed away July 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, at Fox Run Manor under the care of Bridge Hospice.
Born July 27, 1929, in Delaware Township, he was the son of Lawrence and Beulah (McQuown) Clinger. He married Jane Cramer on August 26, 1949, who has recently preceded him in...
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