Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Findlay, OH and surrounding areas.

Betty  L. Lindsey

Betty L. Lindsey

Mar 21, 2018

Betty Louise Lindsey, 87, of Findlay, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at Primrose Assisted Living. She was born on August 22, 1930 in Kettlersville, Ohio to the late Albright A. and Mildred J. (Mueller) Quellhorst. Betty married the love of her life, Wayne E. Lindsey, in 1963, a marriage that would last 54 wonderful years. Together they raised a...

Jordan  M. Sheldon

Jordan M. Sheldon

Mar 21, 2018

Jordan M. Sheldon, 21, of Arlington, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at his residence. He was the beloved son of Tonya (Kuhlman) and the late Shawn M. Sheldon, born on May 26, 1996 in Findlay, Ohio. Jordan was a 2014 graduate of Arlington High School and worked at Paper Tech in Findlay. He loved to hunt and...

Cassity  A. Green

Cassity A. Green

Mar 20, 2018

Cassity Ann Green, 26, and her unborn child, of North Las Vegas, Nevada and formerly of Findlay, Ohio, were tragically taken away from her family and placed unto the hands of the Lord on October 23, 2017. She was born May 10, 1991 in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to Donald E. Green and Marilyn R. Siefer. Cassity loved her son Landen...

Gerald  R. Heldman

Gerald R. Heldman

Mar 19, 2018

Gerald R. Heldman, 81, of Mount Cory, passed away Monday, March 19, 2018 at The Heritage. He was born in Bluffton, Ohio on November 25, 1936 to the late Ira and Mary (Sheriff) Heldman. Gerald married Shirley Shroyer on July 23, 1956 and she preceded him in death. He later married Carol J. Kline in 1979 and she preceded him...

Carl Smith

Carl Smith

Mar 18, 2018

Carl S. Smith, 70, of Findlay, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018 at the Dayton VA Medical Center. He was born October 17, 1947 in Lima, Ohio to the late Carl J. and Dorothy M. (Kline) Smith. Carl proudly served in the US Navy during Vietnam before being honorably discharged. He is survived by his wife Roxanna (Faurot) Smith of...

Patricia  M. Essinger

Patricia M. Essinger

Mar 13, 2018

Patricia May Essinger, 57, of Findlay, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at her residence. She was born on December 18, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Charles Close and Lucille (Burkey) Humm. Patricia is survived by her sons, Leroy A. Essinger, Bobby Jo Essinger, Casey G. Essinger, and Roger (Misty) Essinger; daughter, Kristen (Matt) Colvin; brothers, Chuck, David,...

Taylor  D. Richardson

Taylor D. Richardson

Mar 10, 2018

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Taylor Danielle Richardson, of Bluffton, Ohio, who passed away on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at the age of 29 years. She was born in Findlay, Ohio to Chris D. Miller and Leslie A. Richardson on October 13, 1988. Taylor is survived by her son, Camden A. Haas of Findlay,...

Donna  J. Sharp

Donna J. Sharp

Mar 6, 2018

Donna Jean Sharp, age 80, of Las Vegas, Nevada, formerly of Findlay, Ohio, went to the loving arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 6, 2018. Donna was born on February 26, 1938 to the late William and Mabel (Sommerville) Gonyer. She married Walter M. Steensen and he preceded her in death in 1962. She later married...

Ancil  C. Crothers

Ancil C. Crothers

Mar 3, 2018

Ancil Cole Crothers, 25, of Findlay, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2018 at his residence. He was born September 22, 1992 in Steubenville, Ohio to Ancil T. Crothers and Amy Jo Bell. Ancil was a beautiful soul. He had the biggest heart and would do anything to help anyone in time of need. He was always there for his friends...

Deborah  D. Blake

Deborah D. Blake

Mar 3, 2018

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. A memorial service will follow at 4:30 p.m. in the funeral home. Further obituary and service information still pending.

Michael  L. Launder

Michael L. Launder

Mar 1, 2018

Michael Lee Launder, 69, of Findlay, Ohio passed away the morning of March 1, 2018 at Primrose Retirement Community. He was born on April 8, 1948 in Findlay to the late Harold and Verena Launder. Mike married Diane Adams on October 5, 1968 and she preceded him in death in 2014. He is survived by his 3 daughters, Laura (Keith)...

Ricky  E. Elliott

Ricky E. Elliott

Feb 28, 2018

Ricky E. Elliott, 63, of Findlay, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Bridge Hospice Care Center with his loving family by his side. He was born on November 28, 1954 in Lima, Ohio to the late David C. and Donna M. (Schwab) Elliott. Rick retired after 20 years of service from the City of Findlay. He enjoyed going to...

Susan  A. Rizor

Susan A. Rizor

Feb 25, 2018

Susan A. Rizor, 75, of Findlay, passed away Sunday, February 25, 2018 at Bridge Hospice Care Center. She was born in Hancock County on June 6, 1942 to the late Carter and Eloise M. (Launder) Shisler. Susan graduated from Forest High School and was a member of Cedar Creek Church. She retired from Great Scott Community Markets. She loved going...

Mary  A. Heavlin

Mary A. Heavlin

Feb 24, 2018

Mary Alice Heavlin, 85, of Fostoria, peacefully passed away Saturday, February 24, 2018 at her residence with her loving family beside her. She was born on August 29, 1932 in Wyandot County to the late Audley and Gladys (Alspach) Beaschler. Mary was a inspector at A. O. Smith, retiring after 30 years of service. Mary is survived by her children,...

Charles  W. Fuller

Charles W. Fuller

Feb 24, 2018

Charles W. Fuller June 12, 1938 - February 24, 2018 Charles W. Fuller, known to some as ‘Bill' and to many as ‘Chuck', went to play the accordion for Jesus on February 24, 2018, at the age of 79 years old. A native of Akron, Ohio, Chuck attended East High School, class of 1956. After graduating, he joined the Navy...

Randy  L. Essinger

Randy L. Essinger

Feb 19, 2018

Randy Lee Essinger, 39, of Findlay, passed away Monday, February 19, 2018 at his residence surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born in Findlay, Ohio on May 4, 1978 to Bobby G. and Patricia A. (Smith) Essinger. Randy loved the Ohio State Buckeyes, Dallas Cowboys, and enjoyed going camping. He was always the life of the party....

Michael  J. Sawmiller

Michael J. Sawmiller

Feb 18, 2018

Michael J. Sawmiller, 66, of Bluffton, Ohio, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2018 at his residence. He was born in Lima, Ohio to the late Cyril and Wilmena (Kent) Sawmiller on September 28, 1951. On September 30, 1989 Michael married Cheryle Anderson and she survives him in Bluffton. Michael enjoyed motorcycle riding, hunting, and fishing. His greatest joy was spending...

David  W. Hildreth

David W. Hildreth

Feb 15, 2018

David W. Hildreth, 55, of Findlay, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2018 at Bridge Hospice Care Center. He was born March 5, 1962 in Kenton, Ohio to the late LeRoy and Patty (Willison) Hildreth. On July 12, 1990, David married Nina Mae Drake and she survives in Findlay. David greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to...

Janet  Ann Schimmoller

Janet Ann Schimmoller

Feb 14, 2018

Janet Ann Schimmoller, 79, of Pandora, peacefully passed away in the early morning hours of Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at Bridge Hospice Care Center. She was born May 3, 1938 in Findlay, Ohio to the late John A. and Helen (Baker) Weissling. Janet married Harold Inbody and they divorced. On June 13, 1981, she married Eugene (Gene) Schimmoller and he...

Salvatore  “Sam” Brancaleone

Salvatore “Sam” Brancaleone

Feb 13, 2018

Salvatore Stephen "Sam" Brancaleone, 76, of Findlay and formerly of Michigan, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at his daughter Lisa's home. He was born April 9, 1941 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Stephen J. and Patricia M. (Marino) Brancaleone. Salvatore was previously married to Lynda C. Brancaleone and she survives him. Salvatore was a former member of the...

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