Obituaries

Mar 14, 2021

Bonny Kay Jurrus, 67, of Findlay, passed away at her residence on Sunday, March 14, 2021. She was born on August 18, 1953 in Findlay to the late Isaac H. and Linda M. (Cooper) Gibson. Bonny is also preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Jurrus Jr.; and son, Charles M. Jurrus II. She is survived by a...

Mar 12, 2021

Glenna Helen (Roller) Mellott, 95, of Findlay, entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 12, 2021. She was born March 6, 1926 in Hancock County to the late Wilbur and Mildred (Schafer) Roller. Glenna married Ray E. Mellott and shared 72 years of marriage before his passing in 2016.

Glenna was a homemaker and enjoyed living on...

Mar 11, 2021

Thomas “Tom” Alan Neff, 71, rejoiced with his Heavenly Father on March 11, 2021 after passing away at his home in Findlay, Ohio. He was born on September 16, 1949 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Max Robert and Phyllis Jean (Minier) Neff.

Tom graduated from Bluffton College in 1995, with his Bachelor of Education degree....

Mar 11, 2021

Pauline L. Robinson, 97, of Findlay, passed away on Thursday, March 11, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born in Hancock County on September 4, 1923 to the late Frank and Violet Kaufman. On February 23, 1946, Pauline and John C. Robinson were united in marriage for 65 years. John preceded her in death in 2011.

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Mar 10, 2021

Patricia Louise Pessefall, 85, of Findlay, peacefully passed away in the comfort of her home on March 10, 2021 with her family at her side. She was born to the late Cassius and LaVern K. (Szabo) Heilman on September 5, 1935 in Flint, MI. On November 5, 1955, she married her loving husband, James (Tony) A. Pessefall and he...

Mar 10, 2021

Phyllis F. Edgell, 86, of Findlay, entered into eternal peace on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Phyllis was born April 5th, 1934 in Burnt Prairie, Illinois to Marion and Ann (Johnson) Cleveland.

Phyllis was a longtime waitress at local establishments such as The Fort Findlay Inn, Enck’s Tavern, and The Moose Lodge. Phyllis retired from Meijer’s as your...

Mar 9, 2021

Denise Lynn Taylor, 52, of Tiffin, formerly of Adairville, KY and Greenbrier, TN, passed away unexpectedly on March 9, 2021. She was born In Tiffin on March 7, 1969 to the late Doug Graham and Donna (Runion) Weber.

Denise loved life and laughing. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed being outdoors, farming,...

Mar 7, 2021

Herbert Lloyd Christman Jr., 65, of Deshler, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 7, 2021 at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. He was born May 31, 1955 in Lima to the late Herbert Sr. and Carolyn (Cole) Christman. Herbert married Roberta Dickey on September 26, 1998 and she survives him.

Herb worked for All Star plumbing...

Feb 27, 2021

Julia Ann Baker, 79, of Findlay, formerly of rural Wharton, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born to the late Morrel F. and Frieda M. (Hueberger) Shane in Wharton, Ohio on November 23, 1941.

Julia loved her family and enjoyed spending time watching her kids and grandkids play sports...

Feb 26, 2021

James L. Christopher, 79, of Findlay, entered eternal rest to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on Friday, February 26, 2021. Born May 4, 1941 in Findlay, he is the son of the late Harold G. and Bertha (Schille) Christopher. James and Alice (Thompson) were united in marriage and she survives.

James was very active...

Feb 26, 2021

Terry Lee Smith, 48, of Findlay, passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital. Born March 9, 1972 in Findlay, he is the son of Jan (Treece) McCullough and the late Richard L. Smith. Terry married Bobbie (Butz) and she survives.

Terry was an avid Miami Dolphins and Ohio State Buckeyes football fan. In...

Feb 26, 2021

Donald Emery Flowers, 83, of Wharton, Ohio, passed away Friday, February 26, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital. He was born December 22, 1937 in Kenton, Ohio to the late Louis and Ruth (Robinson) Flowers. On February 2, 1958, Donald and Belva J. (Allen) were united in marriage and just celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary.

Donald graduated from...

Feb 25, 2021

Linda Lou Lange, 79, of Findlay, passed in peace to Heaven on February 25, 2021 at Taylor Place Senior Living. She was described as a “loving and caring person and mother” by her sons. Linda was born in Wapakoneta, Ohio on June 6, 1941 and grew up in the area of Lafayette, Ohio with parents Russell and Hazel Harshe....

Feb 18, 2021

Richard Lee Dillingham, 66, of Findlay, passed away at Blanchard Valley Hospital on February 18, 2021. Born October 7, 1954 in Leadwood, Missouri, he was the son of the late Garland and Beverly (Eaton) Dillingham. Richard married Connie Hoke, they later divorced and she survives.

Richard loved spending time with his family, friends, and his dogs. He...

Feb 16, 2021

Richard “Dick” Eugene Wingate, 75, passed away on February 16, 2021, at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Findlay on September 3, 1945, to the late Wesley and Adeline (Tong) Wingate.

He is survived by his children, Dustin Wingate, in Colorado, and Danielle (Sean) Embree, in California. He is also survived...

Feb 16, 2021

James “Jim” LeRoy Fagan, 80, of Findlay, passed away on February 16, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital. He was born March 14, 1940 in Findlay to the late Walter R. and Pearl M. (Bish) Fagan.

Jim is survived by his sister-in-law, Clara (Click) Fagan; brothers-in-law, Frank Sanders, and Dave Stolzer; and many nieces and nephews. He was...

Feb 13, 2021

Richard Patrick McRill, 38, of Findlay, passed away February 13, 2021. Born May 7, 1982 in Findlay, he is the son of Richard L. McRill and Patricia S. (Lamb) Mitchell. Richard enjoyed fishing, traveling, and was an avid Notre Dame fan.

In addition to his parents, Richard is survived by his children, Destiny McRill, Zevin McRill, Alysianna...

Feb 5, 2021

Karl Del “Barney” Woerner, 74, of Rudolph, passed away at the Wood County Hospital on Friday, February 5, 2021. He was born on November 8, 1946 in Auburn, Washington to the late Kenneth and Stella (Meck) Woerner. Karl lived in various areas throughout the United States. He graduated from Fostoria High School, and served his country in the United...

Feb 5, 2021

Guadalupe S. Salinas, 77, of Findlay, peacefully passed away on Friday, February 5, 2021 at Bridge Hospice Care Center. She was born December 9, 1943 in Laredo, Texas to the late Ramon and Maximina (Oviedo) Sanchez Sr. On May 5, 1965, Guadalupe and Simon Salinas were united in marriage, sharing 55 years together.

Guadalupe was a loving...

Jan 31, 2021

Howard Eugene Oberly, age 92, of Findlay, passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital. He was born September 19, 1928 to the late Olen and Emma (Schaller) Oberly. On November 13, 1948, Howard and Betty (Burk) Oberly were united in marriage and she survives. They celebrated 72 years of marriage last November.

Howard...