Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Findlay, OH and surrounding areas.

Cary Ambrose

Cary Ambrose

Oct 18, 2024

Cary L. Ambrose, 83, of Dunkirk, passed away October 18, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN, to Herman T. and Amelia (Goble) Ambrose on December 17, 1940. They preceded him in death. Cary married Ellen Jean Paul Tryan in 1970, and she survives. In addition to his wife, Cary is survived...

Regina Wiley

Regina Wiley

Oct 18, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Regina Wiley, our loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Regina departed this life for the next on October 18, 2024, surround by her loving family.

Born November 7, 1948, in Carey to Harold and Roxie (Risner) Bowling, she spent much of her childhood...

Sylvia Gray

Sylvia Gray

Oct 12, 2024

Sylvia Ann Gray, 87, of Findlay, passed away October 12, 2024, at The Manor at Greendale. She was born in Bellefontaine to Clarence W. and Alice L. (Hatcher) Whitman on August 9, 1937. Sylvia married Stephen D. Gray in 1980, and he preceded her in death in 2022. Sylvia was a graduate of Bellefontaine High School. She was strong...

Eric Crawford

Eric Crawford

Oct 12, 2024

Eric Crawford gained his wings on October 12, 2024. He was only 20 years old but provided his family with love and many memories that will last a lifetime. He was born in Findlay on September 10, 2004, to Clayton (Amy) Wheeler and Crystal Altman (deceased). Eric was adopted and raised by his grandmother Beth Crawford Davis. He loved...

Nathan Routson

Nathan Routson

Oct 11, 2024

Nathan Daniel Routson, 27, of Findlay, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, after a long battle with leukemia at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus.

Nathan was born on January 30, 1997, in Toledo, to James and Judy (Hall) Routson.

Nathan worked at AMC Theater and was a member of First Lutheran Church. He loved NASCAR,...

Walter Lauwers

Walter Lauwers

Oct 11, 2024

Walter R. Lauwers, 73, of Mt. Cory, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

Walter was born April 4, 1951, in Findlay, to Alfons and Geneva (Grismore) Lauwers. On January 31, 1972, he married Cynthia Amstutz in Monroe, Michigan.

Walter was a Findlay High School graduate and worked several places throughout...

Glendora "Pinky" Vanlue Welch

Glendora "Pinky" Vanlue Welch

Oct 10, 2024

Glendora “Pinky” Vanlue Welch, age 65, of Rawson, has peacefully passed away October 10, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Findlay on March 16, 1959, to Glenn and Helen (Johnson) Vanlue. On April 1, 1989, Pinky married Kavin “Jake” Welch. In this marriage, they had four children, Mary,...

Dennis L. Miller

Dennis L. Miller

Oct 8, 2024

Dennis Lee Miller, 70, of Findlay, passed away October 8, 2024, at The Heritage.

He was born on January 30, 1954, in Bellevue, Ohio, to Forrest E. and Leona Mae (Valentine) Miller. Dennis married Karen Lee Melvin in 1980, and she survives.

Dennis was declared legally blind in 1972. He was a 1973 graduate of...

Thomas A. Croasmun

Thomas A. Croasmun

Oct 6, 2024

Thomas A. Croasmun, 66, of Findlay, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born July 17, 1958, in Syracuse, New York, to Tom and Phyllis (Washburn) Croasmun.

Thomas enjoyed fishing, watching hockey games, spending time with friends and helping others. He enjoyed traveling on road trips, particularly looking at all...

Darlene M. Sadler

Darlene M. Sadler

Oct 5, 2024

Darlene Marie Sadler, 81, of Findlay, entered eternal rest October 5, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born to Leonard and Cora (Whiley) Tackett on February 22, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio. Darlene married Wayne R. Sadler Sr. on December 24, 1961, and in this union, they had two children, Rhonda and Wayne...

Joyce Lieb

Joyce Lieb

Oct 4, 2024

Joyce Ann Lieb, 85, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ October 4, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Joyce was born December 4, 1938, in Hamler to the late Clarence (Happy) and Helen (Swihart) Lieb. She attended Arcadia Schools and worked at Findlay Industries for 42 years. She was a member of Dayspring Church,...

William J. "Bill" Mcconnell

William J. "Bill" Mcconnell

Oct 3, 2024

William J. “Bill” McConnell, age 87, of Findlay, peacefully passed away October 3, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.

William J. "Bill" McConnell was born on June 1, 1937 in Weirton, West Virginia to William and Alice McConnell. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his siblings, Rusty (Marsha) McConnell and Dorothy (Jim) Roe.

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Teresa J. Forbes

Teresa J. Forbes

Oct 3, 2024

Teresa J. Forbes, 66, passed away October 3, 2024, after an extended illness in Bluffton, Ohio.

She was born June 22, 1958, in Angola, Indiana, to the late Arthur (A.J.) and Marcia Forbes.

Teresa spent her life’s work as a paramedic for DeKalb, LaGrange, and Steuben counties in Indiana. She loved spending time with family...

Pam Wittenmyer

Pam Wittenmyer

Oct 1, 2024

Pam Wittenmyer, 70, of Findlay, died October 1, 2024 at The Heritage. She was born to Glen and Marie (Cooper) Babcock on August 25, 1954.

There will be no services.

Robert "Bob" Heimbaugh

Robert "Bob" Heimbaugh

Sep 29, 2024

Robert “Bob” Heimbaugh, 71, of Akron, passed away on September 29, 2024, less than a month before his 72nd birthday. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Margo (Nagy) Heimbaugh.

Bob graduated from Green High School and retired from Jared the Galleria of Jewelry. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed living in Florida...

Terrie L. Kingery

Terrie L. Kingery

Sep 28, 2024

Terrie Lee Kingery, age 66, passed away peacefully in her home following a brief battle with lung cancer on September 28, 2024.

She was born February 9, 1958, in Americus, Georgia, to Hugh and Peggy (Hines) Graham Sr.

Terrie retired from CSP/Budd Company after 41 years and held many positions over her career including Recording...

Dorothy A. Wilkins

Dorothy A. Wilkins

Sep 26, 2024

Dorothy A. Wilkins passed away from this life and into the arms of her Lord on September 26, 2024, at the age of 100 years.

She was born November 1, 1923, in Findlay, to Thomas and Nora (Grimes) Hards. Dorothy met the love of her life, Raymond Wilkins, and they married in 1947. Raymond preceded her in...

Linda Badgett

Linda Badgett

Sep 21, 2024

Linda Lou Badgett, 83, of Findlay, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

She was born to Ramon and Neva Eisaman on May 24, 1941, in Arcadia. She married Bill Badgett. Linda was a secretary at Ball Metal and a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Those left behind to cherish Linda’s...

Joseph Dibacco

Joseph Dibacco

Sep 20, 2024

Joseph L. DiBacco, 49, of Forest, passed away Friday, September 20, 2024, at University Hospital in Cleveland.

Joe was born to Ernest and Cora (Current) DiBacco on June 13, 1975 in Steubenville. He married Jennifer McKitrick on May 21, 2004.

Joe graduated from Wintersville High School. He worked as a tree trimmer, in cable construction,...

Kathryn "Kathy" A. Meyers

Kathryn "Kathy" A. Meyers

Sep 17, 2024

Kathryn A. Meyers, 75, of McComb, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born to Paul and Gilda (Fera) McKee on October 30, 1948, in Carey.

Kathy enjoyed spending time with her family. She also enjoyed repurposing furniture, going to garage sales and watching vlogs on...

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