Obituaries

Mary Ann Rohr

Mary Ann Rohr

Nov 1, 2025

With the passing of Mary Ann Rohr at age 93, we have lost a wonderful humorist, journalist and scholar. But most importantly we also remember her as a mother who patiently and generously nurtured the curiosity of her own children and grandchildren. You could ask her anything and she would deliver an answer, pre-Google and pre ChatGPT. Mary Ann died...

Mark C. Tompkins

Mark C. Tompkins

Oct 30, 2025

Mark Christopher Tompkins age 34 of Jackson, Michigan formerly of Toledo, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on October 30, 2025. He was born in Bury, England on June 7, 1991.

Mark earned his PHD from the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom. He was employed as a social worker at Henry Ford Health. Mark enjoyed traveling, eating chocolates and watching comedy...

Phillip Pietras

Phillip Pietras

Oct 30, 2025

Phillip Pietras, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on January 5, 1943, in Toledo, Ohio, Phillip lived a life that was characterized by love, laughter, and a steadfast dedication to both his family and his career.

Phillip was the proud owner and operator of Pietras Welding...

Penni Jo Pelow

Penni Jo Pelow

Oct 29, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Penni Jo Pelow, aged 61, of Maumee, Ohio. Penni peacefully departed this world on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on February 4, 1964, in Toledo, she was a cherished daughter of Ronald and Phyllis (Collins) Coughenour. Penni graduated from Bowsher High School in 1982 and...

Richard Charles Tayburn

Richard Charles Tayburn

Oct 29, 2025

Richard Charles Tayburn, affectionately known as "Red," passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on October 29, 2025, in Toledo, Ohio. Born in Somerville, New Jersey, on April 12, 1937, Richard was a devoted family man and a remarkable individual whose kindness and love touched the lives of all who knew him.

Throughout his life, Richard earned a reputation as...

Walter "Bud" Read

Walter "Bud" Read

Oct 29, 2025

Walter “Bud” Read 

May 1, 1947 – October 29, 2025

Walter Nelson Read, affectionately known as Bud, age 78, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025, at Oakleaf Village of Sylvania.

Born on May 1, 1947, in Toledo to Roger and Zelma (Busch) Read, Bud lived a life marked by quiet strength, unwavering loyalty, and deep love for his family...

Diane Ritenour

Diane Ritenour

Oct 29, 2025

Diane Ritenour, affectionately known as "Gerty," left this world on October 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving children, at the age of 83. Born on January 19, 1942, Diane's life was a tapestry woven with love, laughter, and an unyielding spirit.

Diane was a devoted housewife, embodying the essence of warmth and nurturing in all that she did. Her smile was...

James E. "JR" Holmes, Jr.

James E. "JR" Holmes, Jr.

Oct 28, 2025

James Holmes, Jr., affectionately known as “JR,” was a loving father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He was born on May 29, 1980, to Sheila J. Martin and James E. Holmes, Sr., and departed this life at the age of 45. 

From a young age, JR’s energy and zest for life could fill any room. He loved playing basketball, had a...

Delilah M. "Dolly" Lebowsky

Delilah M. "Dolly" Lebowsky

Oct 28, 2025

Delilah M. "Dolly" Lebowsky, age 83, of Bryan, OH passed away October 28, 2025 at Majestic Care of Bryan. She was born November 10, 1941 in Toledo to Dorothy Beaty. Dolly loved playing bingo, the Ohio State Buckeyes, but the greatest joy of Dolly's life was her family.

In addition to her parents, Dolly was also preceded in death by her...

Lawrence E. "Larry" Malaska

Lawrence E. "Larry" Malaska

Oct 28, 2025

Lawrence E. "Larry" Malaska, age 77, of Oregon, OH passed away October 28, 2025 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. He was born March 19, 1948 in Toledo to Benedict and Dorothy (Fiander) Malaska. Larry was a 1966 graduate of Woodward High School where he played baseball. He served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Larry...

Betty June Zippay

Betty June Zippay

Oct 28, 2025

Betty June Zippay, a cherished mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, in Maumee, Ohio, at the age of 75. Born on December 19, 1949, in Toledo, she was the daughter of Raymond and Bonnie Brown. Betty is remembered for her unwavering strength and resilience, particularly after the loss of her beloved husband, John Zippay Sr....

Cynthia "Cee-Cee" Anderson

Cynthia "Cee-Cee" Anderson

Oct 28, 2025

Cynthia Annette Anderson, affectionately known as "Cee-Cee," passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on October 28, 2025, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Born on October 7, 1943, in Huntington, West Virginia, Cynthia was the cherished daughter of William and Eleanor Holmes, both of whom preceded her in death. A proud native of Pratt, she made her way...

Janet Rose Gunkel

Janet Rose Gunkel

Oct 28, 2025

Janet Rose Gunkel, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, of Toledo, Ohio passed away on October 28, 2025, at Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Sylvania. Born on December 15, 1937, in Belleville, Illinois, to George Florreich and Mary Gears.

Janet's calling in life was motherhood, and she spent many years working as a secretary at Temple B'nai Isreal, to support...

Randy L. Kirkendall

Randy L. Kirkendall

Oct 27, 2025

Randy Lee Kirkendall, age 71, of Toledo, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio Toledo after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born January 9, 1954 in Toledo to William and Theresa (Wood) Kirkendall.

Randy was a graduate of Libbey High School and enjoyed a 31 year career as an end-of-line operator at the Toledo...

Sally Ann Wagner Anderson

Sally Ann Wagner Anderson

Oct 27, 2025

Sally Ann Wagner Anderson passed away suddenly on October 27, 2025. Sally was born on March 16, 1963 to Calvin J. Wagner and Shirley J. Wagner Kear, now both deceased. She grew up in the Trilby area of Toledo. She married Paul Douglas Anderson in 2010. He passed on February 14, 2025 after they spent 14 years together.

Sally is survived...

Carrie L. Horvath

Carrie L. Horvath

Oct 27, 2025

Carrie L. Horvath, age 56, of Bowling Green, OH passed away October 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 8, 1969 in Toledo to Paul and Rosetta (Hill) Horvath. She enjoyed shopping with her caregiver Amanda. Carrie loved her sweets especially her chocolate. The greatest joy of Carrie's life was her son, Zach.

In addition to her...

Lamarr Taylor

Lamarr Taylor

Oct 25, 2025

It is with love and remembrance that we celebrate the life of Lamarr Taylor of Toledo, Ohio, who passed away on October 25, 2025. Lamarr's life was a reflection of strength, kindness, and humor. Lamarr was a loving and loyal fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Michigan Wolverines. But if his team lost - don't bother calling! Still, when...

Mary Spearman

Mary Spearman

Oct 25, 2025

A Complete obituary will be published soon.  

Danny Lynn Huntley

Danny Lynn Huntley

Oct 25, 2025

Danny Lynn Huntley, age 62, was born on June 12, 1962, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, to Fred Ross and Thelma Howard. He was lovingly raised in Toledo, Ohio, by his great aunt and uncle, Charles and Thelma Mae Huntley.

Danny attended Gunkel "Duk Mo College" for grammar school and graduated from Edward Drummond Libbey High School. After graduation, he joined the Job...

David R. Wyatt

David R. Wyatt

Oct 24, 2025

David R. Wyatt, age 80, of Springfield Township, Ohio, passed away on October 24, 2025. Born on July 2, 1945, in Toledo, Ohio, David lived a life rich in dedication, humor, and love for his family.

David had a distinguished career as a Teamster with Local 20 for over two decades, driving trucks in Toledo and traveling over land earlier in...

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