Obituaries
Fred Tumbleson
Jun 23, 2024
Fred Tumbleson, 81, of Convoy, was reunited with his wife, Sandra, in heaven on Sunday, June 23, 2024.
He was born October 6, 1942, in Decatur, Indiana, to Jesse and Mamie (Cully)Tumbleson.
Fred was a member of the first graduating class at Crestview High School.
He retired from B.F. Goodrich, Woodburn, after 35 years of service.
Fred was a long time member of the...
Melanie Horn
Jun 22, 2024
OHIO CITY - With great sadness, we announce the passing of Melanie Frances Mathewson Horn, 29, of Ohio City. She closed her eyes to this painful world for the last time on June 22, 2024, after a brief illness.
Melanie was born on December 2, 1994, to Eric Mathewson and Kimberly Cahill in Honolulu, HI. Melanie spent many happy early childhood...
Marcia Lou (Hoy) Priest
Jun 22, 2024
Marcia Lou (Hoy) Priest passed away at Vancrest Skilled Nursing facility surrounded by family on June 22, 2024. She was born on September 19, 1944 in Van Wert, to Burton Hoy and Loma (Dunlap) Hoy, who both preceded her in death.
Marcia was preceded in death by her parents; sister Phyliss (Hoy) Max, and grandson Tyler Priest.
She is survived by her...
Lowell Warthman
Jun 17, 2024
Lowell Dean Warthman, a hardworking man from Rockford, Ohio, passed away Monday June 17, 2024 at the age of 76. He was born August 17, 1947 in Decatur, Indiana to the late Henry and Peggy (Gilson) Warthman.
Lowell graduated from Parkway High School. After graduation, he joined the Navy and served on submarines. Following his enlistment, Lowell went on to work...
Stephen Michael Wood
Jun 16, 2024
Stephen Michael Wood, 73, of Van Wert, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024, at his residence. He was born on July 31, 1950, to John and Winnie (Honaker) Wood, in War, West Virginia.
He was an owner operator of Steve Wood Trucking, LLC and retired from Wolverine Packing Company. Steve also worked on the railroad for several years after his service...
Harold Cox
Jun 14, 2024
Harold Guy Cox, 89, of Middle Point, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 14, 2024, at Van Wert Manor. He was born on August 7, 1934, in Buda, IL, to the late Glenn and Evalin (Dally) Cox.
Harold enjoyed his 50 year career as a Truck Driver, putting on many miles over the roads. He was employed by Kell Bros, Bee...
John Aurand
Jun 13, 2024
John F. Aurand "Jack", 87, of Van Wert, peacefully passed away on June 13, 2024, at Vancrest of Van Wert. He was born on September 4,1936, in Toledo, OH, to the late Merle J. and Naomi C. (Greenler) Aurand.
A 1954 graduate of Van Wert High School, Jack spent his career working at General Dynamics, Chrysler, and National Seal, ultimately retiring...
Donald Fisher
Jun 13, 2024
Donald R. Fisher Sr went to his Lord and Savior on Thursday June 13, 2024 at his residence. He was a man of many talents and passions. Born on April 10, 1936, in Lima, to the late Edgar Leroy and Gertrude (Jones) Fisher, he graduated from Lima Central High School and later married the love of his life, Gloria Leghart...
Rosemary Margaret (Coyne) Brown
Jun 7, 2024
Rosemary Margaret (Coyne) Brown, 86, of Convoy, passed away Friday night, June 7, 2024 at her residence.
She was born March 25, 1938, in Adams County, Indiana, to Francis and Mary (Temple) Coyne.
On April 14, 1956, she married Marvin Brown.
Rosie was a homemaker who enjoyed crocheting, painting, flowers and gardening and she loved The Ohio State Buckeyes.
Rosie had a strong love...
Ricky "Rick" L. Clay
Jun 4, 2024
Ricky "Rick" L. Clay, 69, of Van Wert, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at his residence.
He was born September 8, 1954, in Van Wert, to Wilmer and Margaret (Mosier) Clay, who both preceded him in death.
On June 7, 1974, he married Debra (Baker) Clay, who survives.
He is also survived by his children, Chad Clay, LeAnn (James) Hill and...
Vincent Blossom
Jun 1, 2024
Vincent Eugene "Vince" Blossom, 65, of Rockford passed away Saturday June 1, 2024 in a tragic motorcycle accident. Vince was born April 18, 1959 in Celina, Ohio and was the son of the late Eddy L. Blossom and Shirley A. (Platt) Blossom.
Vince was a 1977 graduate of Parkway High School. After graduation, he joined the U. S. Army, serving from...
Barbara A. Wolfrum
May 23, 2024
Barbara Ann Wolfrum, 80, of Van Wert, Ohio, a beloved elementary school teacher, died peacefully on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Divine Nursing and Rehab at Shane Hill in Rockford, Ohio, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Barbara was born Oct. 9, 1943, in Haviland, Ohio, to the Rev. Robert Kinney and Edith Kinney, both of whom are deceased. Barbara...
Mary Lou Dailey
May 22, 2024
Mary Lou Dailey, 96, of Berne, Indiana, died at 11:15 PM on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at Envive Healthcare of Berne.
She was born May 9, 1928, in Paulding County, to John and Lora (Reiser) Speakman. She married Charles H. "Chick" Dailey.
Mary Lou retired from Teleflex, in Van Wert, after many years of service.
She was a life member...
Donald D. Smith
May 19, 2024
Donald D. "Vits" Smith, 55, of Van Wert, died Sunday afternoon, May 19, 2024, at his residence. He was born November 15, 1968, in Van Wert, to Donald J. and Joan (Silvers) Smith. On November 21, 1998, he married the former Kari Abbott.
He retired from Van Wert City Schools with over 22 years of service.
Vits was a member of the...
Kim Sargent
May 17, 2024
Kim Aren Sargent, 61, of Van Wert, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024, at his Van Wert Hospital Emergency Room. He was born on August 22, 1962, in Van Wert, to his late parents, Richard and Judith (Bates) Sargent. Kim, a dedicated and hardworking truck driver for over two decades, will be remembered for his love of the open road.A...
Donald Roediger
May 14, 2024
Donald C. Roediger, 83, of rural Van Wert passed from this life on May 14, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1941 to Chester E. Roediger and A. Irene (Montague) Roediger in Auglaize County, both who preceded him in death. He married Jeannine C. (Metzger) Roediger on August 6, 1965. They shared almost 59 years of memories together. She...
Rosa Lee
May 10, 2024
Rosa L. Lee, 66, of Van Wert, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024, at Ohio Health Van Wert Hospital. She was born on May 31, 1957, in Oak Hill, OH, to the late Paul and Geneva (Hardin) Hall.
Rosa is survived by her daughter and caretaker, Nikki (Brent Strawser) Hall; son, Bruce Lee; brothers: Kenny (Helen) Hall, Clifford (Judy) Hall,...
Delores A. (Stuckey) Myers
May 8, 2024
Delores Ann Myers went home to her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, where she was met at the heaven gates by her true love, John Myers who passed on May 25, 2021.
Delores was born on April 10, 1938 to Doyle and Jennie (Mefferd) Stuckey in Union Township, Van Wert County. On June 30, 1957 she married John,...
Pauline Steiner
May 8, 2024
Pauline Mae Steiner, a beloved resident of Rockford, OH, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024, at the age of 90. Pauline was born on May 16, 1933, in Mercer County, OH, and was the daughter of the late Harold J. and Laurena (Bollenbacher) Wendel. On February 22, 1953 Pauline married Paul Fred Steiner, who preceded her in death on...
Daniel Laux
May 6, 2024
Daniel Lee Anthony Laux, 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving children on May 6, 2024. Son of the late John & Gertrude Laux. Surviving are his children Jessica (Timothy) Barr of Kent, OH; Melissa Sinning of Rockford, OH, Angela (Ryan) Pias of New Haven, IN; Derek (Estephania) Laux of Denver, CO; and Logan (Jenny) Laux of Lebanon, OH...
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