Obituaries

Jan 28, 2023

Evelyn L. Miller, age 92, passed away on January 28, 2023, at Bridge Hospice and Care Center, Findlay, Ohio. She was born in Findlay on July 3, 1930 to Ewing and Gertrude Waltermire. She married Joseph W. Miller October, 1952 and he preceded her in death on July 28, 2007.

Evelyn family includes children: Patty Trimble, Steven...

Jan 28, 2023

What do you say about Jerry? He was just one of those good ole boys that loved fishing and farming. He also loved anything to do with tractors! And volunteered every year at the fair in the antique tractor tent. He was an amazing husband and best friend. You will be missed, my Jer Bear.

Jan 23, 2023

Donna Eileen Monday, 88, of Arlington, formerly of Findlay, passed away peacefully Monday, January 23, 2023, in the comfort of her home. She was born May 15, 1934, to the late George and Helen (Daugherty) Gaertner. Donna was the middle child along with four brothers, Charles, Kenneth, Jerry, and Gerald, who preceded her in death. She was married to...

Jan 19, 2023

Eileen Bernice (Bonner) Lyon, 91, of Findlay, Ohio died at 11:16 a.m., Thursday, January 19, 2023 at home. She was born July 6, 1931 in Huntington County, Indiana to Guy H. and Dessie M. (Waters) Bonner, both deceased. She graduated from Union Township High School, Huntington County, Indiana in 1949 and from International Business College in Fort Wayne, Indiana...

Jan 15, 2023

Joanne Stacy, 90, of Findlay, passed away Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023, peacefully in the morning surrounded by her family. Joanne was born Feb. 14, 1932, to the late Aloysius "Loyse" and Gail (Stough) Horner of Findlay. She grew up with her sisters, Thelma (Ralph) Slagel, Martha (Howard) Marks, and Mary Lou (Don) Flanagan. She is survived by Mary Lou....

Jan 14, 2023

Reverend Terry L. Siler, 55, went to his eternal home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, January 14, 2023, at Bridge Hospice Care Center. He was born to Jerry and Dorothy (Buss) Siler on November 12, 1967, in Findlay. On September 24, 1988, Terry married Tonia Bowling and she survives.

Terry was a graduate...

Jan 12, 2023

Margie Lou Heistand Wilkins, age 88, went to her eternal home to be with her Lord Thursday, January 12, 2023, at The Heritage. She was born in Findlay, Ohio July 4, 1934, to William Commadore Heistand and Pheba Dora Grace Wasbro Heistand.

Margie was a graduate of Findlay High School and went to work at Marathon Oil...

Jan 10, 2023

Denis Jacob Minch, age 86, of Findlay, peacefully passed away January 10, 2023 at Good Shepherd Home in Fostoria. He was born March 8, 1936, in Continental, Ohio to George and Dessa (Zimmerman) Minch. On February 23, 1973, Denis was united in marriage to Marlene (Balister) Minch.

Denis was a Continental High School graduate and attended Case...

Jan 10, 2023

Eugene “Gene” Stoepfel, 81, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Bridge Hospice Care Center. He was born on November 25, 1941 to the late Victor J. and Zelma (Goedde) Stoepfel in Columbus Grove. On April 19, 1968 he married Elaine R. Davis and she survives in Findlay, as does their son, Brian Eugene Stoepfel and...

Jan 8, 2023

Doris Jean Karn, 82, of Findlay, died Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Briar Hill Health Campus, North Baltimore. She was born on March 19, 1940 in Mt. Gilead to Boyd and Iva (Leedy) Dawson.

Doris is survived by daughter, Teresa (P.J.) Walters and her daughter, Brittani (Tyler) Brown; daughter, Lisa Shively and her children, Dustin Shively, Matt...

Jan 6, 2023

Jason Errol Guinn, 91, of Findlay, passed away January 6, 2023. Jason was a veteran of the Korean War, USAF 1951-1954.

He was born January 25, 1931, to the late Jason and Emma (Sapp) Guinn, on the family farm in Dunkirk, Hardin County, Ohio.

After graduating from Dunkirk High School (class of 1949) he enlisted...

Dec 31, 2022

LeShavous (Chuck) Deon Thompkins, 43, went to be home with his Lord and Savior on December 31, 2022, after a long battle with lung cancer. He was in Hospice Unit at Blanchard Valley Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends when the angels came to take him to his heavenly home.

LeShavous was born to Anna...

Dec 26, 2022

Charles Dean Michael went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 26, 2022. He was born on February 1, 1955 to Robert and Grace (Myers) Michael in Lima, Ohio.

Chuck is survived by his daughter, Tiffany and her daughter, Shiley; his son, Caleb and his children: Gabriella, Simone, Audrey, Felicia, Gwendolyn, Piler, Francesca, and Harlowe;...

Dec 24, 2022

VISITATION for Georgia Greer is Tuesday, January 3, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at Hufford Family Funeral Home. MEMORIAL SERVICE is Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 2:30 PM with Pastor Juan Salinas officiating at Hufford Family Funeral Home.

Dec 21, 2022

Kathelene Kay Lowery, 77, of Findlay, died Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at Hospice Care Center. She was born in Findlay on July 28, 1945 to Raleigh and Helen (Whistler) Lytle. Kathelene married Ed Lowery, Jr. on January 7, 1965.

Kathelene was a member of Church of God and loved playing Yahtzee and listening to Unshackled. She was...

Dec 12, 2022

Kathy Ann (Lee) Kirian, 65, of Bloomdale, passed away December 12, 2022, at ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital. She was born September 16, 1957, in Bowling Green, to Harold and Dora (Thompson) Lee.

Kathy was a graduate of Elmwood High School. On October 29, 1977, she was united in marriage with Lester Kirian. Kathy enjoyed her time working...

Dec 1, 2022

Deborah L. Gilley, age 65, of Findlay and formerly of Kenton, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022, at The Manor at Greendale in Findlay. She was born to parents, Jesse C. and Phyllis J. (Ford) Gilley Sr. on May 15, 1957 in Kenton, Ohio.

Debi was a graduate of Kenton Sr. High School, Class of 1975. She...

Nov 30, 2022

Donald Waaland, 70, of Findlay, died Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born in Findlay to Donald Waaland Sr. and Bonnie Lou Lloyd.

Don, along with his father, owned and operated a sports store in Findlay known as Waaland & Sons sporting goods, later known as Bonus Sports Specialties. In younger...

Nov 27, 2022

Wilbert C. Marriott, 77, of Van Buren, died Sunday, November 27, 2022. He was born on January 5, 1945 in McComb to Ivan and Mary Alice (McKibbon) Marriott.

Wilbert worked at Chrysler and loved farming, hunting, fishing and all sports. When he wasn’t spending time in the outdoors, he enjoyed the casino.

Wilbert is survived...

Nov 27, 2022

Savannah Arlene Edwards, 35, of Toledo, died unexpectedly Sunday, November 27, 2022 at her residence. She was born in Toledo to Louis Edwards, Jr., and Elizabeth (Chamberlain) Ash.

Savannah graduated from Fostoria High School. She enjoyed the card game Spades, dolphins, Elmo, dancing, and was often the life of the party. She loved tacos and mac ‘n...