Obituaries

Nov 6, 2023

Leland Wayne Waltz, age 96, of Findlay, passed away on November 6, 2023. He was born November 25, 1926, in Mt. Cory, to Levi and Ruth (Niswander) Waltz. He married Rosella Burk in 1947, and she preceded him in death. He then married Virginia Eichenlaub in 1961, and she also preceded him in death. He then married Noreen Eidt...

Nov 5, 2023

Leo Patrick Oswald, 86, of Findlay, has ridden into the sunset on November 5, 2023. He was born January 2, 1937, to the late Leslie and Agnes (Jordan) Oswald. The sixth of their seven children. Leo was a lover of all things western. He loved all animals but had a special affection for birds. He raised many different types...

Nov 5, 2023

Johnny Allen Smith, 63, of Jenera, Ohio, met his Lord and Savior on November 5, 2023, with his loving wife beside him. He was born July 22, 1960, in Findlay, to James and Joanne (Orwick) Smith.

Johnny was a Liberty Benton High School graduate. After high school, Johnny studied diesel mechanics at UNOH in Lima. As a...

Nov 1, 2023

Judy Ann Kring passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, at the age of 78 on November 1, 2023. She was the loving wife of the late Glen Kring with whom she shared 48 years of marriage and who preceded her in death in 2020.

Judy was born in Toledo, Ohio, March 3, 1945, and...

Nov 1, 2023

Ronald “Little Ronnie” Lee Seaburn, Jr., 53, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Lima Memorial Hospital in Lima, Ohio. Ronnie’s final wishes were to provide the gift of life through organ donation which he completed successfully Wednesday morning.

Ronnie was born September 10, 1970, in Deshler, Ohio to Ronald Sr. and Amy (Mitchell) Seaburn, and they...

Oct 31, 2023

Mary Josephine Weaver, 96, of Findlay, passed away October 31, 2023, at The Manor at Greendale. She was born June 1, 1927, in Waltham, Massachusetts to Joseph and Florence (Griffin) Frullo.

Mary retired as the Cafeteria Manager at San Diego School District. After retirement, Mary enjoyed working at Meijers part time, shopping, going out to lunch with...

Oct 30, 2023

Jimmy Minix, 70, of Pandora, surrounded by his loving family, passed away on October 30, 2023, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. He was born February 23, 1953, in Kenton, to Kenton and Madge (Rowe) Minix. On October 25, 1972, Jimmy married Mary Taylor, and she survives.

Jimmy worked at Conrail for 25 years. He loved...

Oct 29, 2023

Del “DJ” Edward Hetrick Jr., of Findlay, passed away peacefully in bed with his pet dog, Cali, October 29, 2023, in Toledo at the age of 34. He was born January 29, 1989, in Findlay to Rebecca Jones and Del E. Hetrick Sr.

DJ was a Findlay High School graduate and worked in construction through his Best...

Oct 20, 2023

Debra S. Burns, age 72, of Findlay, passed away October 20, 2023. She was born November 8, 1950, in Findlay, to Norman and Betty R. Light. She spent many happy years with her husband and soulmate, Charles “Chuck” Burns, Jr. Debbie devoted nearly 50 years as a nurse doing what she loved best, caring for others.

Those...

Oct 17, 2023

Carolyn Ann Fox, 80 years of age, of Rockford, Ohio, formerly of Van Buren, peacefully passed away at her residence on October 17, 2023. She was born February 18, 1943, in Springfield, Ohio, to Orylen and Edna (Truitt) Richendollar. Carolyn married James Fox in December 1968, and he survives.

Carolyn was a talented cookie baker and loved...

Oct 16, 2023

Richard “Shorty” Lee Siferd, age 84, of Findlay, surrounded by his loving family, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2023, in the comfort of his home. He was born July 21, 1939, in Findlay, to Merle and Viola (Coppes) Siferd. On September 10, 1961, Shorty married Lucinda Carles and she preceded him in death in 2018.

Shorty...

Oct 13, 2023

Laurie Kay “Rimer” Steinmeyer passed away peacefully Friday October 13, 2023 at Blanchard Valley Hospital surrounded by her loved ones.

Laurie was born May 20, 1961 and raised in Findlay Ohio, where she spent most of her life. Anyone that knew Laurie knew that her favorite thing in life besides her family was “jamming” out to her...

Oct 12, 2023

Joshua David Tooman, 33, of Findlay, passed away October 12, 2023. He was born November 15, 1989, in Findlay, to Barney and Kathleen (Aurand) Tooman. Josh worked at the parts counter for LaRiche dealerships in Findlay.

Those left behind to cherish Josh’s memory are his father, Barney; son, Andon Tooman; Kyla Thomas, who he loved like a...

Oct 10, 2023

Leona Burdock, 90, formerly of Findlay, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at 6:57 p.m. in Rockledge, Florida. She was born December 3, 1932, in Findlay, Ohio to the late George and Audrey (Benjamin) Fellers. Leona was preceded in death by husbands, Richard Peckham, Robert Haupert, and Bruce Burdock.

Leona was an accomplished artist and quilter....

Oct 5, 2023

Wendy Crawford, 61, of Findlay, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her home on Thursday, October 5, 2023. She was born November 25, 1961, in Findlay, to Charles and Kay (Donelson) Vandlik. Wendy married Gary Crawford on May 28, 1982, and he survives.

Wendy graduated from Findlay High School and attended Bowling Green State...

Oct 5, 2023

Alice Doreen (Hauenstein) Radabaugh, peacefully and surrounded by her loving family, passed away October 5, 2023, at the age of 75 years. She was born July 15, 1948, in Bluffton, to Edward K. and Geraldine M. (Houdeshell) Hauenstein. On July 18, 1966, Alice married David Radabaugh Sr. and he survives.

Alice was a Findlay High School graduate...

Sep 30, 2023

Braxton M. Hill, born on October 30, 2016, passed away peacefully in his mother’s arms at the age of 6 years old, on Saturday, September 30, 2023. Braxton endured a long battle with a rare UBA5 genetic condition, suffering from a multitude of chronic illnesses. He left a mark on this world by participating in multiple research studies, providing...

Sep 26, 2023

Richard Scott Stall, 78, of Findlay, passed away unexpectedly at Blanchard Valley Hospital on September 26, 2023. He was born August 7, 1945, in Findlay, to Ray and Estelle (August) Stall. On October 21, 2000, Richard married Susan (Schuette) and she survives.

Richard was a Findlay High School graduate and was a carpenter by trade. He was...

Sep 19, 2023

Sharon K. Emmons, age 74, of Findlay, passed away September 19, 2023, at Bridge Hospice Care Center. She was born April 15, 1949, in Marion, Ohio, to Gerald and Winona (Long) Milligan. Sharon married Junior L. Emmons, and he preceded her in death in May of 2023.

Sharon enjoyed church, camping, fishing, traveling, and playing music.

Sep 18, 2023

Dorothy Marie Enright, age 94 years young, of Findlay, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Monday, September 18, 2023 at the Birchaven Skilled Nursing Facility with family by her side. Dorothy was born in Toledo on July 26, 1929 to Deamus and Mary Jennings. Dorothy married the late Thomas Enright on November 13, 1947 in Covington,...