Obituaries
Pete G. Van Schaick
Mar 22, 2025
Peter Gerrit Van Schaick (1942-2025)
“Door to Door Poet and artist beloved by Toledo’s Old West End neighborhood and the Collingwood Arts Center, Peter Gerrit Van Schaick, age 83, of Toledo, Ohio, died peacefully on March 22, 2025 after a brief illness.
Peter was born in Valparaiso, Chile in 1942 to George D. and Alice E. Van Schaick where his father was...
Gale Richard East
Mar 22, 2025
Gale R. East, aged 83, of Toledo, OH passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22nd at Ebeid Hospice Center, Sylvania, OH. He was born on June 21, 1941 in Toledo, OH to Donald James and Vivian East
In his youth, Gale enjoyed skating, water skiing, scouting and especially cars. He began work at an early age to buy his first car...
Ricky H. Hester
Mar 22, 2025
Ricky H. Hester, affectionately known as "Bubba," passed away on March 22, 2025, in Toledo, Ohio. He was born on August 1, 1954, in Cleveland, Ohio, the beloved son of John and Kathleen Hester, who have preceded him in death.
Ricky dedicated his life to hard work and was known for his commitment to his various jobs throughout the years. He...
David A. Jarvis
Mar 22, 2025
David A Jarvis, age 69, of Toledo, OH passed away March 22, 2025 at Spring Meadows Nursing and Rehab Center after a long battle with many illnesses. He was born August 11, 1955 in Toledo to Harold and Dolores Jarvis. David enjoyed playing golf and fishing.
In addition to his parents, David was also preceded in death by his son, David...
Joyce Marie Burnette
Mar 21, 2025
Joyce Marie Burnette, born on April 6, 1941, in Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, at St. Anne’s Mercy Hospital. Joyce was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth and kindness left a profound impact on all who knew her.
Throughout her life, Joyce dedicated herself to her family and community. She enjoyed a varied...
Vivian R. Hartzell
Mar 20, 2025
Vivian Ruth Hartzell passed away March 20, 2025. Born December 14, 1933, to Gaetano and Lilly (Fischer) DeChristopher. She lived all her years in west Toledo, graduating from Scott High School. She worked many years in healthcare including medical records, x-ray and nuclear medicine technology at the Toledo Clinic, Flower Hospital, Toledo Hospital and Mercy Hospital. She spent eleven years...
Anthony J. "Tony" Gralak
Mar 20, 2025
Anthony J. Gralak age 58 of Temperance, MI passed away on March 20, 2025, at the Toledo Hospital. He was born in Toledo, Ohio on December 15, 1966, to James and Jane (Lane) Gralak.
Tony was a 1985 graduate of Whitmer High School. He drove semi-truck at UPS for 39 years until his retirement. Tony enjoyed spending time with his family;...
Ronald Sherman Gerber
Mar 20, 2025
It is with great sorrow to announce Ronald Sherman Gerber suddenly passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at the age of 91.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Betty Jo Gerber, granddaughter, Kaitlin Gerber, and son-in-law Patrick Kullman. He is survived by his children Richard (Barb) Gerber, Jill (Doug) Sortman, Gail Gerber Kullman, Amy (Doug) McCaskey. Jeffrey...
Paul M Tower
Mar 20, 2025
Paul Tower, Sr., 71, passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2025, in Toledo, Ohio.
Born on January 15, 1954, he was the eldest son of Roger and Patsy (Lenwell) Tower. He dedicated his career to General Mills, where he worked for many years before retiring in 2003.
Paul had a deep love for the outdoors and could often be found walking the...
Arlen David Brubaker
Mar 20, 2025
Arlen was accepted into the arms of Jesus on March 20, 2025. He was born in Tiffin Ohio on February 26, 1933. He graduated from Hopewell-Loudon High School in 1951. He graduated in 1955 with a Bachelor of Science in Education from Heidelberg College and earned a Master’s Degree from Oklahoma State University in 1959.
After short stints in Sulphur Springs...
Judith "Judy" P. Greenberg
Mar 19, 2025
Judith Peace (Watkins) Greenberg died on Wednesday March 19, 2025, 2 days short of her 83rd birthday. Eldest child of Miles and Peace Wakins, Judy had 2 sisters and 3 brothers she shared in the lifelong care of. She is survived by 2 brothers, 1 sister, and her husband William after 50 years of marriage. Judy and William attended Broadmead...
John E. Langston
Mar 19, 2025
John E. Langston Sr, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother, passed away on March 19, 2025, in Sylvania, Ohio, at the age of 76. Born on November 12, 1948, in Holland, Missouri.
After completing his education at Jesup W. Scott High School, John honorably served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, exemplifying commitment and courage during...
William P. Arnett
Mar 18, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of William P. Arnett, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and son. He passed away peacefully surrounded
by his loving family on March 18, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on April 25, 1949, in Toledo, OH.
Bill graduated from Central Catholic High School and then went on to honorably...
Mark Kleeberger
Mar 18, 2025
Mark Kleeberger, age 75, passed away Tuesday, March 18th at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo surrounded by family. Mark was born April 3,1949 in Toledo to Franklin and Cecilia Kleeberger. Mark married Sue in 1970, and together they raised four children. He was a graduate of Macomber High School and worked as a tool and die maker for 40...
Carla McLaughlin
Mar 18, 2025
Carla (LaGrassa) McLaughlin passed away at home on March 18, 2025. She was born on March 1, 1963 to Peter and Elsa LaGrassa in Boston, Massachusetts. Carla is survived by her husband of 30 years, Jeff; daughter, Maegan; son, Dylan; and her sister, Christine Holmes. She was preceded in death by her parents Peter and Elsa LaGrassa and her sister,...
Latoine Christopher Richardson
Mar 18, 2025
Latoine Christopher Richardson, affectionately known as "Elvis," was born on August 24, 1973, in Toledo, Ohio, and peacefully passed away in the same city on March 18, 2025. Latoine left an indelible mark on all who knew him, characterized by his vibrant personality and an enduring spirit that touched the lives of many.
Latoine was regarded as a jack of all...
Domingo C. "Mingo" Soto
Mar 17, 2025
Domingo C. Soto “Mingo” age 92 of Toledo, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 17, 2025. He was born in Laredo, Texas on May 12, 1932, to Epifano and Preciliana (Constante) Soto. He married his sweetheart, Amalia B. Garza on May 22, 1955.
Mingo was a proud member of the United States Army. As a soldier...
Jean A. Holt
Mar 17, 2025
Jean A. Holt age 77 of Toledo, Ohio passed away on March 17, 2025 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. She was born in Germany to Joseph and Anna (Mandowski) Nowak.
Jean was employed at Flower Hospital in admitting for 48 years. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Surviving is her husband, Larry Holt; sons, John...
Michael D. Humphrey
Mar 16, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michael David Humphrey, 88 years old of Swanton, Ohio. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 14, 2025 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. He was born on October 22, 1936 in Boonville, Missouri to Henry and Francis Margaret (Bowman) Humphrey. He graduated from Maumee High...
Gregory Charles Freeman
Mar 15, 2025
Gregory Charles Freeman, age 50, of Maumee, OH passed away March 15, 2025. He was born March 3, 1975 in Toledo to Frederick and Jacqueline (Marriott) Freeman. Greg graduated from Maumee High School in 1993. He was currently employed by Amazon. Greg enjoyed watching football, baseball and hockey and was an avid Ohio State Buckeye, Chicago Cubs, Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago...
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