Obituaries

Dec 22, 2021

Donna Lou Endrek, 69, of Findlay, peacefully passed away December 22, 2021, at Bridge Hospice Care Center. She was born September 26, 1952, in Findlay to Albert J. and Betty F. (Byal) Endrek.

Donna most enjoyed her nieces, nephews, and their children. She also enjoyed playing cards with her friends and loved working in her flower garden....

Dec 20, 2021

Our mother was called by the Angels to her Heavenly home December 20, 2021. Waiting there for her were her parents George A. and Genevieve A. (Wineland) Barnd and her loving husband of 40 plus years, Roy B. Girdler.

She was born March 25, 1938, although according to her, she remained 17. She was spoiled her whole...

Dec 19, 2021

Sharon L. Schultz, 72, of Findlay, passed away December 19, 2021, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born in Beakmond Town, New York on June 23, 1949, to Orville and Helen (McCann) Covey. Sharon married her husband, Thomas E. Schultz, and he preceded her in death.

Sharon worked for Kuss Corporation and has been retired for over...

Dec 18, 2021

Patricia Barger, 74, of Findlay, passed away peacefully December 18, 2021, at her residence. She was born August 19, 1947, in Bainbridge, Ohio to Floyd and Bonnie (Pinwell) Bryant. February 10, 1990, Patricia married Michael Barger and he survives.

Patricia was truly loved by all who knew her. She worked for Kuss Corporation up until her retirement....

Dec 15, 2021

On Wednesday, December 15, 2021, a good man John Wayne Patterson, beloved husband, dad, grandpa, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, and believer in Christ Jesus, went to be with his Lord and Savior.

John was born in Findlay, Ohio on July 10, 1951, to Don and Rita (Moenter) Patterson. He was a graduate of Findlay High School’s Class...

Dec 12, 2021

Billie Joe Emmons, 61, of Findlay, passed away December 12, 2021, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. He was born September 26, 1960, in Findlay to John and Pearl (Mitchell) Emmons.

Billie Joe loved to fish, ride his bike, play basketball, and was a big fan of WWE Wrestling.

Billie Joe is survived by one brother, Gary...

Dec 12, 2021

Harold E. Crawford, 92, of Findlay, passed away December 12, 2021 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center. He was born on January 25, 1929 in Xenia, Ohio to the late Emmons and Caryle (Butts) Crawford. On June 7, 1952 Harold married Betty Jean (Rader) Crawford and she preceded him in death in 2018. Harold served his country in the...

Dec 3, 2021

Sarah Louise King, 40, of Findlay, passed away Friday, December 3, 2021, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born in Fostoria on January 13, 1981, to Edwin Good and Karen (Kreais) Jones. Sarah met the love of her life, Anthony J. King and were married August 26,2006. They built a life together raising two daughters.

Sarah was...

Dec 3, 2021

Victoria Lynn Radebaugh, of Arlington, passed away unexpectedly Friday, December 3, 2021, at Rehabilitation Hospital of NW Ohio, Toledo. She was born September 10, 1955, in Fremont, Ohio to William “Frank” and Joan “Jo” (Brown) Rousey.

Vicki was a 1973 Findlay High School graduate. On May 31, 1974, she married her husband, Daniel Eric Radebaugh. Vicki was...

Dec 2, 2021

Lisa M. Norris, 48, of Findlay, passed away December 2, 2021, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born March 3, 1973, in Findlay to Nancy Lee (Cole) Hernandez. Lisa is survived by her great nephew Dakota McGuire, whom she was raising; two sisters, Sherry Middaugh, and Dawn Gault; and her boyfriend, Mark Decker. She was preceded in death by...

Dec 1, 2021

Theresia R. Bish, 97, of Findlay, peacefully passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at The Heritage. She was born March 6, 1924, in Putnam County to Ferdinand and Verena (Hageman) Borgelt.

On September 22, 1945, Theresia was united in marriage to Cloyd W. Bish. They were blessed with 55 years of marriage and two children. She was...

Dec 1, 2021

Zelma C. Smith-Day, 85, of Tiffin, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital Hospice. She was born August 7, 1936, in Sandusky to Louis and Leola (McCloskey) Smith. Zelma was the wife of the late Homer Day who preceded her in death.

Zelma is survived by her four daughters, Gloria (Charles) Weber...

Nov 29, 2021

Matthew Wayne Brewer, 40, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 29, 2021, at Blanchard Valley Hospital, surrounded by his family, after fighting a brief illness. Matt was born July 16, 1981, in Arlington, Texas to Michael B. Brewer and Pamela J. (Keeney) Novak, before moving to Findlay, Ohio, where he was raised.

Matt was such a gentle...

Nov 28, 2021

Barry Edward Gardner, 62, of Findlay, passed away November 28, 2021, at his residence. He was born May 3, 1959, to Robert L. and Dorothy M. (McDonald) Gardner. Barry was a 20-year veteran serving in the United States Air Force.

Barry loved to take walks and stop along the way to pet and visit all the dogs...

Nov 26, 2021

Marlene May England-Silvers, 64, of Fostoria, passed away November 26, 2021, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born May 1, 1957, in Findlay to Chester and Ethel (Lobdell) England Sr.

Marlene graduated from Findlay High School and attended Brown Mackie College. She enjoyed traveling, camping, doing puzzle books, and playing computer games. Marlene’s greatest joy was spending...

Nov 25, 2021

Sharon Mae Frullo, 74, of Findlay, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021, Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. She was born in Pikeville, Kentucky on May 7, 1947, to John Scott and Irene (Ashe) Downey. She married John Frullo and he preceded her in death.

Sharon graduated from High School and attended Stautzenberger College where she received her...

Nov 21, 2021

Jack “Rich” Slough, 65, of Findlay, passed away November 21, 2021, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. He was born May 31, 1956, in Findlay to Jack M. and Mary (Orton) Slough.

Jack loved spending time with his grandchildren. He never met a stranger and could carry on a good conversation. He was an active member of the Pioneer...

Nov 19, 2021

Michele Ann Iorio, 54, of Findlay, passed away November 19, 2021, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born September 14, 1967, in Rockville Center, New York to George and Susan (St. Marie) Iorio. Surviving is her brother, Patrick Stevens; and sister, Jennifer Stevens; close friends, Brittany Greer, and Nichole Harmen. Michele was preceded in death by a sister, Susie...

Nov 19, 2021

Donald Clarence Wilcox, 67, of Arlington, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 9:25 p.m. Friday, November 19, 2021, at Ohio State University. He was born September 29, 1954, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to John D. and Shirley J. (Dowdy) Wilcox.

Don proudly served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam...

Nov 18, 2021

Carol J. Morgan, 75, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 18, 2021, at Bridge Hospice Care Center. She left this world surrounded by so much love and the Light of the Lord. Her two daughters, Joie, Kathy, and her most cherished friends, were by her side.

Our mom was born in Schuykill County, Pennsylvania on January...