Ruth Ann Walker
May 29, 2022
Ruth Ann Walker, 67, of Tiffin, gently fell asleep at Saint Francis Senior Ministries on May 29, 2022. She was born in Fostoria, September 15, 1954, to Ruth L. Honesto and Robert Garza Sr.
Ruth was wonderfully creative and was always working on a project. It was her life’s work to keep her friends and family warm...
Nancy L. (Davidson) Landry
May 25, 2022
Our most beautiful and wonderful wife, mom, and sister, Nancy Lee (Davidson) Landry, 73, of Lima, passed away peacefully with her husband Patrick and son Mark by her side, May 25, 2022, at The Springs of Lima. She was born February 4, 1949, in Westfield, Massachusetts, to Lawrence and Etta (Welcome) Davidson.
Nancy grew up in Blandford,...
Verl W. Ballmer
May 21, 2022
Verl W. Ballmer, 95, of Findlay, passed peacefully in his sleep at his home May 21, 2022. He was born in a Christian home which would influence his later life.
After high school, Verl enlisted in the Navy and served in the Seabees during World War II. During this time, he felt God calling him to preach...
Connie P. Arnold
May 16, 2022
Constance “Connie” Arnold, 84, of Findlay, passed away Monday, May 16, 2022, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. Connie was born in Lakewood, Ohio on February 28, 1938, to the late Elizabeth Gilbert Paul and Harold Maurice Paul.
Connie married Don Arnold on September 21, 1968, and Don preceded her in death in November 2006. She is...
Robert J. Horvath
May 10, 2022
Robert John Horvath, 66, of Findlay, peacefully passed surrounded by love and family on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. He was born June 16, 1955, in Washington, PA; the son of the late John F. and Thresa D. (Taper) Horvath. On April 28, 1984, Robert, and Joanie (Essinger) were united in marriage. They shared...
Delores J. Shumaker
May 7, 2022
Delores J. Shumaker, 84, of Findlay, went to be with the Lord on May 7, 2022, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Templeton, Pennsylvania to Edward B. and Anna L. (Myers) Reedy.
Delores is survived by a sisters, Lois Bayliff of Findlay, and Donna Marrapodi of Kittanning, Pennsylvania, a brother, Larry Reedy...
Mary Ann Franks
May 7, 2022
Mary Ann Franks, 83, of Findlay, passed away peacefully May 7, 2022, at Manor at Greendale, Findlay. She was born February 17, 1939, in Bowling Green, to Alfred and Martha (Smith) Deutschman. Mary married Elmer Fellers and they later divorced. She then married the true love of her life, Emery Franks, in November 1980. Emery preceded her in death...
Sharon F. Costello
May 6, 2022
Sharon Fay Costello, 79, of Fostoria, was called to her eternal home on Friday, May 6, 2022, at St. Catherine’s Manor in Fostoria. She was born in McComb on November 8, 1942, to Arthur F. and Leona P. (Folk) McAlexander.
Sharon was a class of 1960 Findlay High School graduate. She attended Bowling Green Practical Nursing School...
Harry P. Routson
May 4, 2022
Harry Paul Routson, age 96, passed away early Wednesday morning, May 4, 2022, at Bridge Hospice Care Center with his loving family by his side. He was born August 5, 1925, in Findlay to the late Orville P. and Mary H. (Rupright) Routson. On June 12, 1948, Harry was united in marriage to Charlene M. (Westbeld) Routson. She preceded...
Ethel M. Decker
Apr 30, 2022
Ethel M. Decker, 88, of Findlay, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2022, at Autumnwood Care Center in Tiffin. She was born in Findlay on January 9, 1934, to William and Adaline (Filliater) Eddington. Ethel married her husband Nelson Decker on February 20, 1956, and he preceded her in death in 1998.
Ethel worked for many years at...
Richard C. Mercer
Apr 27, 2022
Richard C. Mercer, 80, of Findlay, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Fox Run Assisted Living. He was born January 10, 1942, in Arlington to Edward S. and Blanche E. (Myers) Mercer. On August 7, 1965, Richard married Shirley A. (Sloman) and she preceded him in death in May 2021.
Richard worked at Cooper Tire and...
Wilbur P. Gilliland
Apr 24, 2022
Wilbur Pearl Gilliland, age 88, of Fostoria, entered eternal rest on Sunday, April 24, 2022, at Good Shepherd Nursing Home. He was born June 18, 1933, in Risingsun to Pearl and Aretha (Kerr) Gilliland. On June 23, 1955, Wilbur married Janet Stahl and she preceded him in death.
Wilbur graduated from Risingsun High School. He then enlisted...
Rose M. Miller
Apr 23, 2022
Rose Marie Miller, 59, of Findlay, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born December 8, 1962, in Portsmouth, Virginia. Rose was adopted by John and Alice (Fussel) Hurtt who loved her dearly. She met Rodney Miller, and they were married on July 25, 1998, and he survives.
Rose graduated from Findlay...
Lora J. Hunter
Apr 21, 2022
Lora Jean Hunter, 57, of Carey, passed away peacefully on the night of Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. She was born May 14, 1964, in Upper Sandusky, to Raymond and Virginia (Burks) Mullholand.
Lora graduated from Mohawk High School and attended Tiffin Hair Academy. She enjoyed spending time with her children,...
Jeaneen Stepp
Apr 11, 2022
R. Jeaneen Stepp, 86, of Findlay, passed away Monday, April 11, 2022, at her residence. She was born October 15, 1935, in Marion, Ohio to Carl and Gladys (Boele) Rippey. Jeaneen married Bill Stepp on December 21, 1956, and he preceded her in death.
Bill and Jeaneen co-owned and operated Straley’s Restaurant and Motel for many years....
Marcus P. Miller Jr.
Apr 8, 2022
Marcus P. Miller Jr., 39, of Findlay, passed away Friday, April 8, 2022, at his residence. He was born January 3, 1983, in Lima, to Marcus P. and Christina (Smith) Miller.
Marcus was a quick witted and fun-loving individual who lived his life unapologetically. He had a knack for expression and could always find the words for...
Phyllis J. Greer
Apr 7, 2022
Phyllis Jean Greer, 83, of Arlington, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2022, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born March 31, 1939, in Milburn, West Virginia to Ballard and Linda (Meade) Greer.
A wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Phyllis enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing, baking, and spending time with her family. Family reunions were the highlight of her...
Bonnie J. Schroen
Apr 6, 2022
Bonnie Jean Schroen, age 71, of Jenera, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. Born January 12, 1951, in Tiffin, she was the only daughter of Mark and Ethel (Myers) Evans. Bonnie and Roger D. Schroen were married February 12, 1977, and he preceded her in death in 2014.
Bonnie was...
Dale "Buzz" Sumner Buttles
Apr 3, 2022
Dale “Buzz” Sumner Buttles, 74, of Rawson, passed away Sunday, April 3, 2022, at Birchaven Village, Findlay. He was born June 4, 1947, in Merced, California to Harold and Marge (Sumner) Buttles.
Born legally blind, Buzz self-taught to play drums, guitar, bass, and piano. He led a successful music career and opened for artists including, Box Car...
Rebecca L. Frisch
Apr 3, 2022
Rebecca Lou Frisch, 68, of Findlay, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at Fox Run Manor. She was born January 18, 1954, in Worthington, Ohio to Robert and Lois (Smith) Harrison. On April 20, 1991, Rebecca married Larry J. Frisch and he survives.
Rebecca graduated from Fostoria High School and...
