Obituaries

Feb 2, 2024

On Friday, February 2, 2024, Storm Michael Rieman, beautiful baby boy of Izabella Sterling and Anthony Rieman, passed away shortly after birth at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

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

Jan 30, 2024

Barbara Jean DeRan, went to join her husband, parents and many friends and relatives at the Lord’s house on January 30, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay.

She was born in Tiffin on December 29, 1938, to Henry F. and Dorothy M. (Snay) Eborg.

After graduating from Old Fort High School in 1956, she...

Jan 29, 2024

Pamela Lou Thompson, 59, of Findlay, passed away Monday, January 29, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

Pam married Douglas Thompson and he preceded her in death.

Pam was born February 5, 1964, in Findlay to Leonard and Barbara (Harrold) Ziessler. Pam was a Christian who loved the Lord. Pam was a very caring person that...

Jan 29, 2024

Dana Marie Walters, age 69, of Ada, peacefully passed away January 29, 2024, at Vancrest of Delphos.

Dana was born January 25, 1955, to Bernard L. and Dorris M. (Shultz) Fulk in Fostoria, Ohio. She married Brett Walters in February of 1993, and he survives.

Dana was a Findlay High School graduate. She was a...

Jan 27, 2024

Dorothy Louise Hardwick, 85, of Findlay, surrounded by her loving family, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2024, in the comfort of her home.

Dorothy was born January 26, 1939, in Findlay, to Charles and Bertha (Deckerhoff) Workman. In 1975, she married Billy Hardwick, and he preceded her in death.

Dorothy retired from Blanchard Valley...

Jan 24, 2024

Brenda Sue Sampson, 51, of Findlay, passed away on January 24, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.

She was born July 23, 1972, in Van Buren, to Richard and Ernestine (Clark) Barfell. On September 1, 2000, Brenda married Matthew Sampson, and he survives.

Brenda was a Van Buren High School graduate. She was a librarian...

Jan 22, 2024

Bonnie Sue Rayle, 76, of Findlay, passed away on January 22, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on July 21, 1947 in Defiance, Ohio to the late Lois (Tracy) and Ray Thrasher.  She married James E. Burkett in 1966 and they later divorced, and he preceded her in death. ...

Jan 20, 2024

Tony E. Frisbie, 63, of Findlay, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024. He was born November 4, 1960, in Findlay, to Wilfred and Barbara (Gonyer) Frisbie.

Tony is survived by his siblings, Mike (April) Frisbie of Findlay, Scott (Becky) Frisbie of Newmarket, Tennessee, Pamela (Frisbie) Marshal of Findlay, and Deborah (Christman) Yates of Delaware, Ohio. He was...

Jan 17, 2024

Carlton Leroy Rule, a World War II Navy veteran of Findlay, peacefully passed away January 17, 2024, at Birchaven Village at the age of 96. He served on the USS Franklin and received the American Theater Medal and Victory Medal.

Carlton was born May 17, 1927, in Kenton, Ohio, to Guy and Nellie (Baker) Rule. He married...

Jan 14, 2024

Charlene Gayhart, age 70, of Findlay, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Charlene was born August 21, 1953, to June Valentine. She married Lloyd E. Gayhart, who she spent nearly fifty-four years with on February 5, 1970.

She is survived by her husband...

Jan 14, 2024

Robert Jay Barber, Jr., of Findlay, surrounded by his loving family, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Blanchard Valley Hospital at the age of 47.

Robert was born September 18, 1976, in Findlay, to Robert Barber Sr. and Viola (Parsons) Barber. On April 15, 2000, Robert married Gigi Judy and they’ve shared 23 wonderful...

Jan 10, 2024

Robert (Bob) Edds, 73, joined Jesus in Heaven on January 10, 2024. Bob passed surrounded by his family after a battle with cancer.

Bob was born on May 18, 1950, in Painesville, Ohio to the late Kenneth and Audrey Edds. He married Debora Hlusko in 1972. He is survived by his wife, a son Cory (Eeva), two...

Jan 8, 2024

Evelyn “Evie” Louise Merrin was born on January 15, 1940, in Findlay. On January 8, 2024, one week before her 84th birthday, she passed away at home surrounded by family after more than 3 years battling ovarian cancer.

Evie is the daughter of Richard and Matilda (Rader) Cramer. She graduated from Liberty Benton High School. She then...

Jan 2, 2024

Stephen W. Egbert, age 71, of Carey, passed away on January 2, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center. He was born September 28, 1952, in Mt. Blanchard, to William and Mary (Shafer) Egbert. On June 29, 1971, Steve married Jill Lentz, and she survives.

Steve was a graduate of Riverdale High School. He worked in construction, Marion...

Jan 2, 2024

Aaron Gene George, 67, of Findlay, passed away Jan. 2, 2024, at UTMC following a brief, but courageous battle with cancer.

Aaron was born May 5, 1956, in Findlay, to A. Gene and Sheila L. (Weakly) George, who preceded him in death. He married Rhonda Powell on Sept. 23, 2011, and she survives.

Aaron had...

Dec 30, 2023

Barbara L. Donegan, age 70, of Findlay, peacefully passed away December 30, 2023, at Bridge Hospice Care Center. She was born August 10, 1953, in Findlay to Donald J. and Helen M. (Lenke) Stein. In 2003, Barbara married Charles Donegan, and he survives.

Barbara was a Findlay High School graduate and went onto Stautzenberger College for her...

Dec 27, 2023

Carolyn Adelle (Marvin) St. James, age 81, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2023, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was a loving sister, aunt, and friend.

After graduation from Arcadia High School, she worked for 48 years as a legal secretary. She was a charter member of the Findlay Legal Secretaries Association. She also served in various...

Dec 25, 2023

Sharon Elaine Peavler, 77, of McComb, passed away December 25, 2023, at her residence. Born in Toledo on October 29, 1946, she is the daughter of Lawrence and Vera (Grover) Baker Sr. Sharon married Samuel E. Peavler Sr. on March 2, 1965, and he survives.

After graduating from North Baltimore High School, Sharon attended Tiffin University, graduating...

Dec 22, 2023

Jim Bob Breyman, age 70, of Arcadia, passed away December 22, 2023, at the Bridge Hospice Care Center in Bowling Green. He was born April 10, 1953, in Findlay, to Karl and Pauline (Davis) Breyman. On January 13, 1973, Jim married Patricia Mellott, and she preceded him in death in 2016.

Jim graduated from Arcadia High School....

Dec 21, 2023

Joyce Ann Swope, age 86, of Fostoria, passed away December 21, 2023, at Independence House in Fostoria. She was born August 17, 1937, in Fostoria, to Raymond and Muriel (Brickle) Gwiner. On February 12, 1956, Joyce married Dale Swope and he preceded her in death in 2018.

Joyce graduated from Fostoria High School. She was the office...