Obituaries

Aug 7, 2025

Jesus Trevino Vela Sr, 82, of Findlay, peacefully passed away, August 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in San Benito, Texas to Esteban and Dolores (Trevino) Vela Sr, on August 21, 1942. On April 12, 1965, Jesus married Marta B. Hernandez, and she proceeded him in death in 2020.

Jesus was...

Aug 6, 2025

Charles Gibson, 77, of Findlay, passed away at Bridge Hospice Care Center, August 6, 2025. He was born in Kenton, to Roy and Marry (Appleton) Gibson on April 29, 1948.

Charles graduated from Hardin Northern High School and attended Ohio Wesleyan University. He worked for many years as a cook. He married Nancy Eller in 1970, and...

Aug 3, 2025

Nathan Matthew Gillen, of Findlay, entered eternal rest on August 3, 2025, at the age of 46.

He was born September 19, 1978, in Findlay, to Phillip and Lynette (Farmer) Gillen.

Nathan was a member of Findlay American Legion Post 3. He cherished time with his children, grandchildren, family, and enjoyed days spent at the...

Aug 3, 2025

Mary Lou Gray, 89, of Findlay, passed away at The Heritage surrounded by family on August 3, 2025. She was born in Vanlue to Milton and Edith (Crieger) Rader on August 2, 1936.

Mary Lou graduated from Arcadia High School. She married Richard Gray on September 22, 1962. Throughout the years, Mary Lou worked at Wilson’s Sandwich...

Jul 31, 2025

Franklin J. Sterling, 80, of Findlay, passed away peacefully July 31, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.

He was born in Findlay to Alfonzo and Virginia (Smith) Sterling on November 18, 1944. He married Tammy Daniels (Schellenberg) in 1990, they later divorced, and she survives.

Franklin completed his education at Findlay High School before enlisting...

Jul 28, 2025

“There will come a time when you believe everything is finished. Yet, that will be the beginning.”

Steven “Bo” Earl Smith, 82, of Fostoria, peacefully passed away July 28, 2025, at his residence holding his wife’s hand.

He was born on March 18, 1943, in Maysville, KY, to the late “Chuck” Chester E. and “Sis”...

Jul 23, 2025

With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of R. Ronald Monday on July 23 at 3:29 p.m. We rejoice in the knowledge that he was greeted by Jesus with “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

He was born in Findlay on May 2, 1943, to Ralph and Verna B. (Inbody) Monday. Ron married Vicky...

Jul 17, 2025

Roger D. Patterson, 76, of Findlay, peacefully passed away July 17, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center with his loved ones at his side.

He was born in Findlay on February 19, 1949, to Charle M. and Helen (Wilson) Patterson. Roger and Dana were united in marriage in 1969. In this marriage they had three children, Anna,...

Jul 16, 2025

Gerald “Jerry” Damien Pestana, of North Baltimore, peacefully left this earth surrounded by those he loved on July 16, 2025, at the age of 57.  He fought cancer for eight years with determination to beat it, until COPD took over.

He was born October 2, 1967, in Jacksonville, Florida, to Damien G. and Carolyn K. (Lugibihl) Pestana....

Jul 14, 2025

Todd Michael Lucas, 59, of Findlay, passed away unexpectedly Monday, July 14, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. He was born in Findlay on October 10, 1965, to the late Charles and Mollie (Potter) Lucas.

Todd worked at Maker’s Pride, “The Cookie Factory,” in McComb for 24 years. He enjoyed watching most sports, including NASCAR, Indy F1 racing,...

Jul 12, 2025

David G. Bimslager, age 66, of Fostoria, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 12, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay.

He was born November 23, 1958, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Jerome L. and Elizabeth G. (Gerker) Bimslager.  He married Deborah Albright in September of 1995, and she survives.

David was...

Jul 9, 2025

Jeannine Renee Fisher, or as many people called her, “Jeannie”, has checked out of life’s party a bit earlier than expected. Jeannine passed away unexpectedly on July 9, 2025. She was 59 years young.

She’s now joyfully reunited with her beloved mother, Phyllis Kilgore, probably crafting centerpieces out of clouds, sipping heavenly coffee, and reading devotions.

Jul 5, 2025

Timothy Serrato, 64, of Adrian, MI, passed away at The Toledo Hospital, July 5, 2025.

He was born in Bowling Green, OH, to Dave and Bernice (Asebedo) Serrato on August 13, 1960.

Timothy graduated from Bowling Green High School.

Timothy survives by his two children, Taylor (Elita Moll) and Ashley Serrato; grandchildren, Elliot...

Jul 1, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we share the passing of Edward Alden Dickendasher of Napoleon, Ohio, who left us on July 1, 2025, at the age of 70. Ed passed peacefully in hospice care, surrounded by his devoted family, after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. Ed was born on May 30, 1955,...

Jun 27, 2025

Norma Reichert, 78, of Rawson, passed away at Blanchard Valley Hospital on June 27, 2025. She was born in Toledo to Emil and Elizabeth (Bork) Krochmalny on March 23, 1947.

Norma graduated from Findlay High School and attended Terra Technical College. She retired from RCA/Harris/GE/Intersil.

Those left behind to cherish Norma’s memory are her daughters,...

Jun 27, 2025

Eunice “Eunie” Heidrich went to be with Jesus on June 27, 2025, at the age of 88.

Eunie was born in Milton Center, Ohio, on June 8, 1937.

Eunie is survived by her husband, Conrad; her daughter, Jeanne Palmer; her sons, Richard (Deb) Heidrich, and Karl (Bridgette) Heidrich; grandchildren, Charlie (Kolleen) Palmer, Brayden Heidrich, Baylee...

Jun 26, 2025

Samuel W. Smith, 69, of Van Buren, passed away at his residence on June 26, 2025.

He was born in Lima, OH, to Milford E. Smith Sr. and Mary E. (Giesey) Sptiler on January 25, 1956.

Samuel graduated from Van Buren Local High School. He drove truck for many years before retiring.

Samuel...

Jun 23, 2025

Judith L. Babb, 80, of Findlay, passed away at The Heritage on June 23, 2025. She was born in Fostoria to Benjamin and Sara (Gangwer) Wildman on September 16, 1944.

Those left behind to cherish Judy’s memory are her ex-husband, Edwin Babb; children, Kelley (Matthew) Sacksteder and Shaun (Jen) Babb; grandchildren, Ryan Shoopman, Ryder Babb, and Nicole...

Jun 22, 2025

Sharon Lynn McAdams, 83, of Findlay, peacefully passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

She was born in Portage to Kenneth and Thelma (Seymore) Amos on November 12, 1941. In September 1959, Sharon married C. Jay McAdams, and he proceeded her in death in 2009.

Sharon was a Cub Scout leader and...

Jun 22, 2025

Ralph Everett Lowe, 72, of Findlay, died Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born in Portsmouth to William and Opal (Lewis) Lowe on January 28, 1953. He married Sylvia Mae Sowards on September 30, 1982, and they shared 33 wonderful years together before her passing in 2016.

Ralph retired from the...