Obituaries
John Lare
Oct 20, 2024
John E. Lare Sr. 81, of Convoy, sadly passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024; just two days shy of his 82nd birthday. He was born on October 22, 1942, in Van Wert, OH, to the late Cloyd and Melba (Rasawuhr) Lare.
Following his service in the U.S. Navy, John raised four wonderful children: John Lare Jr, who is deceased; Dawn...
Larry E. Lynch
Oct 18, 2024
Larry E. Lynch, 78, of Van Wert, died at 3:29pm on Friday, October 18, 2024, at Vancrest of Van Wert.
He was born September 27, 1946, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, to Oscar and Pauline (Simpson) Lynch. He married the former Joyce Ann Sealscott.
Larry retired as a manager with Wal-Mart. After retirement, he enjoyed working at Lee Kinstle Chevrolet GMC, in Van Wert....
Marcia Elston
Oct 12, 2024
Marcia (Waymire) Elston, 90 of Middle Point, OH, died at 9:20am, on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Van Wert Manor. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother that lived a life filled with love, resilience and creativity.
She was born July 17, 1934, in Van Wert, to Paul D. and Grace B. (Allison) Waymire. On November 27, 1954, she married...
Larry E. Barnett
Oct 11, 2024
Larry E. Barnett, 72, of Van Wert, died at 8:51pm on Friday, October 11, 2024, at Lima Memorial.
He was born to the late Richard and Dorothy (Wilder) Barnett on June 21, 1952.
On April 21, 1973, he married the former Michelle Fleck, who survives.
On July 6, 2006, Larry retired from Powertrain General Motors, after 30 years of service.
He loved his family,...
Richard Allen Clark
Oct 11, 2024
Richard Allen Clark, 63, of Van Wert, Ohio jumped into the arms of the lord after a short courageous battle with cancer on October 11, 2024.
He was born August 6, 1961, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Henry and Donnabelle (Lehman) Clark.
Richard graduated from Wayne Trace High School in 1980. He then traveled and worked many different jobs, finally settling...
Michael Schaberg
Oct 10, 2024
Michael W. Schaberg, 72, of Columbus, Ohio, died at 1:46pm, on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Ohio Health-Van Wert Hospital.
He was born January 17, 1952, to Lowell and Phyllis Joan (Sites) Schaberg.
Mike graduated from Van Wert High School in 1970, and from The Ohio State University in 1974.
He retired as a warehouse supervisor from Iron Mountain in Columbus. He had...
Karen L. (Reed) Duncan
Oct 2, 2024
Karen L. (Reed) Duncan, 85, of rural Ohio City, died early Wednesday morning, October 2, 2024 at the Van Wert Manor.
She was born April 6, 1939, in Decatur, Indiana, to the late Kenneth and Margaret (Hebble) Reed. She married William L. Duncan, who survives.
Karen was a 1957 graduate of Adams Central High School.
She retired after 14 years as the clerk...
Larry McClure
Oct 1, 2024
Larry Mcclure, born August 6, 1944, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, known for his silly sense of humor and infectious laughter that could brighten any room.
Larry cherished time spent with family, especially his children, Kent and Chris Mcclure from his first wife, Karen Elston. He enjoyed playing cards...
Joan Poling
Oct 1, 2024
Joan O. (Wortman) Poling, 86, of Van Wert, died Tuesday afternoon, October 1, 2024, at Hearth and Home of Van Wert.
She was born April 13, 1938, in Van Wert, to Chester and Mary (Davies) Wortman. On August 24, 1957, she married Larry L. Poling.
Joan retired as a teacher's aid from Lincolnview Local Schools. While at Lincolnview, she started...
Floyd L. Tyas
Sep 29, 2024
Floyd L. Tyas, 77, of rural Van Wert, passed away on Sunday afternoon, September 29, 2024. He was born on November 23, 1946, to the late Roy S. and Arlene M. (Rhoad) Tyas. He was preceded in death by grandparents, George & Carrie Tyas and John & Gertrude Rhoad, and brother Leroy Tyas. He is survived by his loving wife...
Terry Lynne Dunn
Sep 28, 2024
Terry Lynne Dunn, age 69, of Van Wert, went to be with her Savior on September 28, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Terry was born on June 9, 1955, in Van Wert, Ohio, to the late Ervin and Beatrice (Carter) Dunn.
A dedicated sister, loving aunt and friend to many, Terry was generous, loyal, and brave. She loved the beach,...
Ryan Adam
Sep 23, 2024
Ryan L. Adam, a distinguished farmer and cherished member of the Convoy community, will be remembered fondly as a man of unwavering dedication and love. Born in Van Wert, OH on June 25, 1965, to his late father, Ronald Adam and his mother, Rita J. Adam, Ryan's journey was one filled with a deep passion for agriculture and a profound...
Robert L. Wertenberger
Sep 22, 2024
Robert L. Wertenberger, 94, of Convoy, Ohio, died at 3:55am on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Van Wert Manor.
He was born on December 2, 1929, to Roy and Ruby (Whetstone) Wertenberger. On August 24, 1952, he married the former Louise V. Schwarck.
Bob graduated from Lima South High School in 1947. He enlisted into the United States Navy on September 2,...
Leah Ann Fulmer
Sep 22, 2024
Leah Ann Fulmer, 65, of Van Wert, died at 7:31pm on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Vancrest of Van Wert.
She was born on November 26, 1958, to James and Esther (Bair) Swably.
Leah enjoyed woodworking, clock repair and working on cars. Until her health declined, Leah was restoring her 1967 Ford Galaxie.
She is survived by her mother, Esther Swably of Grover...
Janet Pratt
Sep 19, 2024
Janet Pratt, 84, of Van Wert, died at 6:23pm on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at Ohio Health, Van Wert.
She was born September 14, 1940, in Van Wert, to Dale and Viola Dias. She married Dale L. Pratt.
Janet retired from Teleflex, in Van Wert, after many years of service.
She was a fan of Tom Jones, enjoyed hunting treasures at garage sales,...
Larry Green
Sep 16, 2024
Larry Earl Green, 69, of Van Wert, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024, at Lima Memorial. He was born on April 2, 1955, in Defiance, to the late Roger and Wilhelmina (March) Green.
A 1973 graduate of Ayersville High School, Larry pursued higher education, eventually earning a Bachelor's Degree from Penn State University. Throughout his career in the grocery industry,...
Terry Webster
Sep 13, 2024
Terry J. Webster, 68, of Ohio City, passed away on September 13, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital. Terry was born on September 24, 1955, in Van Wert, and raised by his late parents, Richard and Vera (Taylor) Webster. On February 5, 1983, Terry married the love of his life, Leslie Wisener.
A 1973 graduate of Wayne Trace High School, Terry went on...
Jill L. Witherow
Sep 13, 2024
Jill L. (McCollum) Witherow, 78, of Van Wert, died Friday, September 13, 2024, at her residence. She was born on March 1, 1946, in Van Wert, to Carl W. and Cleora (Bury) McCollum. On October 8, 1966, she married Carl P. "Butch" Witherow.
Jill retired in 2001 after working 25 years as a medical assistant for various local physicians.
A faithful member...
Kyle J.P. Wyandt
Sep 5, 2024
Kyle J.P. Wyandt, 38, of Van Wert, passed away Thursday morning, September 5, 2024, in Bluffton, Indiana.
He was born on February 17, 1986, in Van Wert, to Lisa (Wyandt) Baldwin.
Kyle worked at SESCO in Ft Wayne.
He is survived by his mother, Lisa Baldwin; a brother, Christian Baldwin; a step-brother, Cody Baldwin; uncles and aunts, Troy Kerns and Robin (Bill) Roop;...
Mark Smith
Sep 5, 2024
Mark W. Smith, of Warsaw, IN, passed away at the age of 65 on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at Stillwater Hospice Home in Fort Wayne after suffering a debilitating stroke. Born on October 17, 1958, in Van Wert, OH, he was the son of the late Richard and Karen (Brockert) Smith. Graduating from Lincolnview High School in 1977, Mark married...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
