Obituaries

Jun 21, 2025

Christa Ann Wojciechowski, beloved daughter, devoted mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 21, 2025, at the age of 41. Born on December 21, 1983, in Findlay, Ohio, Christa brought light and laughter into the lives of everyone she met.

Christa’s greatest joy in life was her daughter, Zayla Wojciechowski. A proud...

Jun 16, 2025

Ruth E. Pickens, 95, of Findlay, entered eternal rest on June 16, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center with her loving family beside her.

She was born in Continental, Ohio, to Frank and Nellie (Higley) Engard on January 19, 1930. Ruth married Robert M. Pickens, and he preceded her in death in 1994.

Ruth was...

Jun 14, 2025

Shawn Christine Sowards, 58, of McComb, passed away June 14, 2025, at her residence.

She was born October 1, 1966, in Findlay, to Harold and Juanita (Knepper) Hunt. Shawn married the love of her life Thomas Sowards on May 21, 2005, and he survives.

Shawn was a graduate of Findlay High School class of 1984....

Jun 13, 2025

Danielle “Dani” was born in Findlay, OH, on January 16, 1990, to her parents Daniel and Sharon Blubaugh.

Danielle Marie Blubaugh of Findlay, OH, at the age of 35 years old, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2025, peacefully at The Ohio State University Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. Cherished daughter of Daniel and Sharon Blubaugh....

Jun 12, 2025

David Glenn Hites, born February 26, 1952, to the late Glenn Hites and Louise Bowdle (Hamilton) in Kenton, Ohio, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus on June 12, 2025, at the age of 73.

A man of deep faith, David was a religious individual who embraced Christianity and found solace in his beliefs. Throughout...

Jun 12, 2025

James Watson Husted, 64, of Arcadia, passed away June 12, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born July 6, 1960, in Hicksville, OH, to Hugh Carlton and Lilli (Wurth) Husted Jr. James married Susan Sullenberger on January 19, 2000.

James was a graduate of Hicksville High School. He completed his associate degree at Ohio...

Jun 11, 2025

Debbie Marie Hare, 72, of Willard, OH, passed away June 11, 2025, at Embassy of Willard.

She was born in Upper Sandusky to Dwight and Ethel (Brown) Hare on May 12, 1952.

Debbie was a class of 1971 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School. She pursued her education at the School of Radiology in Dallas,...

Jun 10, 2025

Timothy A. Snow, 55, of Upper Sandusky, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at St. Vincent Medical Center.

He was born in Marion, OH to Paul and Shirley (Luedtke) Snow on May 14, 1970.

Tim was an avid Ohio State Buckeye’s, Clevland Browns, and Dale Earnhart fan. Tim also loved the fall time and enjoyed...

Jun 6, 2025

Nancy K. Baltz, 81, of Findlay, passed away, June 6, 2025, at her residence.

She was born in Kenton, OH to Clair E. and Colleen (Price) Smith on July 7, 1943.

Nancy enjoyed going to garage sales, playing cards, animals, flowers, and drinking coffee. Nancy especially loved spending time with her boys.

Nancy...

Jun 4, 2025

Susan Lorraine Blasius, 70, passed peacefully with her husband of 43 years by her side at Promedica Toledo Hospital on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

Sue was born on November 29, 1954, in Indianapolis, IN to Benjamin and Patricia (Dilts) Burton.  She graduated from Pandora High School in 1972 and married Michael Blasius on April 2, 1982. Sue...

Jun 1, 2025

Donna Bland, 87, of Findlay, passed away peacefully June 1, 2025, at her residence with her loving family at her side.

Donna was born February 17, 1938, in Wyandot County, to Charles and Clara (Bash) Wentz. She married her husband, William Bland, on October 24, 1959. Together, they had two children, Amie (Scott Dutton) and Douglas. Additionally,...

May 26, 2025

Alexandros Pavlidis, 33, of Findlay, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025, at his home.

He was born in Athens, Greece to Michael and Jennifer (Margraf) Pavlidis on October 30, 1991.

Alex was a graduate of Blanchard Valley School. He loved cars, bus rides, stormy weather, pizza, and his fidgets.

Alex is survived by...

May 25, 2025

Mark Anthony Clark, 67, of Delphos, peacefully passed away May 25, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay.

He was born to Robert and Ruth (Weger) Clark on February 5, 1958, in Delphos, Ohio.

Mark was a graduate of Delphos St. John’s High School. He was employed at Grainger Industrial Supply and retired following...

May 24, 2025

Barney J. Tooman Sr., 86, of Findlay, passed away May 24, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born in Findlay on May 21, 1939, to Kenneth and Katherine (Zender) Tooman.

Barney married Georgia (Iler) Tooman on April 27, 1962, in Monroe, Michigan. Following their marriage, they were blessed with two children, Anne Tooman of...

May 24, 2025

Tom L. Thomas, 89, of Findlay, passed away May 24, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.

He was born November 13, 1935, in Findlay to Merritt and Leota (Haide) Thomas who preceded him in death.

Tom was a member of IBEW Local 8 for 43 years. He attended the Mt. Zion Church at Wayne, OH....

May 23, 2025

Barbara Ann Spitler - Clark, 88, went home to be with the Lord May 23, 2025. Born to Frank and Elizabeth Tinder on April 8, 1937, in Richmond, Indiana.

Barbara attended primary school in Tiffin where her father owned the Singer sewing machine store. During her secondary school years, the family moved to Findlay where she would...

May 21, 2025

Gladine “Elaine” Lynn, 79, of Findlay, peacefully went to be with the Lord Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born in Findlay to Lawrence and Lulu Gladine (McVay) Siferd on February 28, 1946.

Elaine enjoyed exercising, swimming, playing bingo, and especially life. Her greatest joy...

May 15, 2025

Margaret “Lynne” Neumann 76, of Findlay, passed away Thursday, May 15, 2025, at The Heritage.

She was born in Findlay to Paul and Edith (Nique) Fenbert on July 31, 1948. Lynne was a Findlay High School graduate. She married R. James Sandmann, and he preceded her in death.

Lynne was the vice-president of quality assurance...

May 14, 2025

Patrick John Howaniec, 69, of Findlay, passed away May 14, 2025, at his residence.

He was born November 10, 1955, in Evergreen Park, Illinois to John and Dolores (Moskal) Howaniec.

Patrick was an avid outdoors man who loved nature, photography, planting flowers and gardening, cooking, and mountain biking. He was a master of drywall and...

May 13, 2025

David Lee Long Sr. a.k.a. “Coffee Dave”, of Findlay, passed away May 13, 2025, at University of Toledo Medical Center, at the age of 67.

He was born February 27, 1958, in Findlay to Charles “Bill” and Bonnie (Frech) Long.

David was a member of Findlay Moose Lodge #698. He loved riding his motorcycle and...