Obituaries

Martha June Clark

Nov 3, 2023

Martha June Clark, beloved Sister, Aunt, faithful servant to God, and friend to many, went home to Jesus peacefully on November 3, 2023 in Van Wert, Ohio at the age of 92.

Martha was born to Vernon and Mary Clark on June 15, 1931, the slightly older sister to her twin, Mary. Her time growing up was split between the...

Carol Rice

Oct 29, 2023

Carol Anne Rice, 82, rejoined her husband, this time in the presence of their Lord, on October 29, 2023 at 5:14 PM at Ohio Health in Van Wert.

She was born on April 8, 1941, to Orlin and Lorene Rakestraw in Lupton, Michigan. She married her longtime boyfriend, and love of her life, Duane Rice on October 27, 1962.

Carol...

David Kimmey

Oct 28, 2023

David "Dave" Kimmey, 81 passed away Saturday, October 28 th , 2023, at Vancrest Assisted Living.

He was born on September 15 th , 1942, in Paulding County, Ohio. He was the son of Ernest Kimmey and Ova Hesper (Roberts) Kimmey, who both proceeded him in death. On September 28th, 1963, he married the former Janet Shaner. Together they shared...

Phyllis Myers

Oct 27, 2023

Phyllis J. Myers was called into the presence of the Lord on Friday, October 27, 2023. Born November 23, 1931, she was the daughter of the late F.M. (Jack) and Nora Dell (McMichael) Girod. She married Lewis M. Myers in 1953. He passed away in 1994.

After graduating from Hoaglin-Jackson High School, Phyllis worked at Van Wert National Bank...

Richard C. Springer

Oct 25, 2023

Richard C. Springer, 93, of Celina, formerly of Rockford, died Wednesday morning, October 25, 2023 at Mercy-St. Rita's in Lima.  He was born October 17, 1930, in Rockfor, to Carl E. and Denise (Denman) Springer.  On January 18, 1950, he married the former Lois Shope.

He retired from A.B.F. Freight as a truck driver after 34 years of service.

Richard...

Deborah L. Turvy

Oct 21, 2023

Deborah L. Turvy, 68, of Van Wert, died Saturday evening, October 21, 2023 at her residence.  Debbie was born on February 19, 1955, in Washington Courthouse, Ohio to James and Ann (Ducey) Polk.  On June 6, 1987 she married Keith Turvy, who survives in Van Wert.

She retired as an administrative assistant.  She had formerly worked for various businesses in...

Deborah "Debbie" K. Adams

Oct 19, 2023

Deborah K. Adams "Debbie", 72, of Van Wert, peacefully departed this world on October 19, 2023, at Vancrest of Van Wert, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 15, 1951, in Van Wert, Debbie was the cherished daughter of H. Joan Adams and the late Delmer Adams.

Debbie's vibrant spirit and kind heart touched the lives of those around...

Dennis Knittle

Oct 18, 2023

Dennis Jay Knittle, affectionately known as Denny, peacefully passed away on October 18, 2023, at the age of 78, surrounded by his loving wife Shelley at Van Wert Health Hospital. Born on March 22, 1945, to Horace and Cecile (Ireland) Knittle in Van Wert, Denny was a true son of Ohio.

On September 24, 1991, Denny married the love...

Janice Osburn

Oct 17, 2023

Daniel Edward Ganger

Oct 13, 2023

Daniel "Danny" Ganger of Rockford Ohio passed away unexpectedly on October 13, 2023 at home, at the age of 53.

Danny is survived by his loyal and loving wife of 14 years, Holly Ganger and children, Jessica(Justin) White, Ricky(Starla) Martin, Corey(Laura) Weis, Daniel Ganger Jr., Christina(James) Stevens, Becki(Josh) Hissong, Angel(Matt) Belanger, Brandon Ganger, Colin Ganger, and Dakota Ganger. Grandchildren...

Scott Kitchen

Oct 10, 2023

Norman "Scott" Kitchen, 59, of Van Wert passed away at 11:25 PM on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at his residence. He was born on January 23, 1964, in Portsmouth, to Alva "Butch" Curtis and Elsie "Loretta" (Sparks) Kitchen.

Scott retired from Time Warner Cable after 16 years of service. He had also been a Darke County Sheriff's Deputy.

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June A. Huston

Oct 7, 2023

June A. (Now) Huston, 88, of Rockford, Ohio passed away on October 7, 2023 at Hearth and Home at Van Wert. She was born on December 17, 1934, in Mercer County, Ohio to the late Orville and Grace (Copeland) Now. On December 11, 1999 she married Chalmer Huston, who preceded her in death on November 9, 2022.

June was...

Robert A. Miller

Oct 5, 2023

Robert A. Miller, lovingly known as Bob, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2023, at his residence. Born on December 11, 1942, in Convoy, Ohio, Bob was the son of John C. Miller Jr. and Hilda A. Blakey Miller.

Bob dedicated his life to farming and embraced it as a lifelong career. He possessed an unwavering passion for the land...

Jerry Lee Sill

Oct 5, 2023

Jerry Lee Sill, 82, of Rockford, Ohio passed away on October 05, 2023 at Divine Nursing and Rehab at Shane Hill. He was born on October 27, 1940, in Rockford, son of the late Charles "Bill" W. Sill and Bessie (Bienz) Sill. On August 19, 1961, he married the former Marjorie A. Amstutz, who survives. Together, they shared years of...

Sandra Ellen Talboom

Sep 29, 2023

Sandra Ellen (Makuh) Talboom, 84, of Delphos, Ohio, died on Friday, September 29, 2023 at 3:30 PM at the Meadows of Delphos. Sandy was born in Van Wert, Ohio on January 30, 1939 to Mac and Mary Ellen (Walters) Makuh, who both preceded her in death.

She graduated from Van Wert High School in 1957 and Bowling Green State...

Christopher L. Youtsey

Sep 26, 2023

Christopher Lee Youtsey, 49, of Van Wert Ohio, passed away September 26, 2023 at Lima Memorial Hospital from natural causes. Chris was born September 11th 1974 in Lima Ohio to Larry and Nancy (Eversole) Youtsey. Larry preceded him in death July 26th, 2023. Nancy survives in Van Wert. Chris is survived by his 2 sons, Derek (Samanatha) Youtsey of Fort...

Roger W. Neville

Sep 17, 2023

Roger W. Neville, a man of unwavering dedication and boundless curiosity, took his final flight on September 17, 2023 at the age of 82. Born on May 5, 1941, in Fall River, Massachusetts, to the late William H. and Edith G. (Grime) Neville, Roger's life was a tapestry of cherished memories and remarkable achievements that continue to inspire all who...

Patsy A. Smith

Sep 16, 2023

Patsy A. (Harden) Smith, 92, of Van Wert, passed away at 7:15 PM on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at her residence. She was born on July 17, 1931, in Mercer, Ohio, to Ray and Lydia Harden. In 1956, she married Dean H. Smith, who preceded her in death in 2018.

She was a homemaker.

Pat attended Trinity Friends...

Joe C. Mendoza

Sep 12, 2023

  Joe C. Mendoza, 64, of Van Wert, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne Indiana. He was born on November 2, 1958, in San Antonio, Texas, to his late parents, George and Carlota (Cantu) Mendoza.

Joe served his country proudly as a member of the United States Marine Corp., where he...

Gerald D. Schaadt

Sep 10, 2023

Gerald D. "Jerry" Schaadt, 96, of Rockford, passed away at 10:28 AM on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at his residence. He was born on January 3, 1927, in Wren, to Joseph William and Fay (Duprey) Schaadt. On November 11, 1971, he married the former Helena Maxine Gaul, who preceded him in death on March 7, 2015. Together, they shared over...