James Edward Eck, Sr.
Nov 15, 2025
James Edward Eck, Sr., known as ‘Jim’, passed away on November 15, 2025, at age 87 in Sylvania, Ohio. He was born on December 1, 1937, in Toledo, Ohio, to Edward and Margaret Eck (nee Erd).
A graduate of Macomber High School, Jim made his career doing ironworking with Hayes Brothers, and in sales with Able Equipment. In his free time,...
Christina Rae Lewandowski
Nov 15, 2025
Christina Rae Lewandowski, age 64, a devoted wife, loving mother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at her Toledo home on Saturday, November 15, 2025, surrounded by her family’s love. Born in Savannah, Illinois on January 13, 1961, the youngest of six, to Lawrence “Bud” and Arlene (Belander) O’Neal, Christina’s life was a testament to resilience, kindness, and unwavering devotion...
Alan Malak
Nov 14, 2025
Alan Malak, age 60, of Millbury, OH passed away November 14, 2025. He was born April 30, 1965 in Toledo to Melvin "Blackie" and Genevieve (Sczies) Malak.
Alan was preceded in death by his father and is survived by his son, Harrison and his wife Makenna Malak; mother, Genevieve Malak; grandsons, Thomas "Tommy" and Theodore "Teddy" Malak; siblings, Susette (Malak) and...
Robert E. Hanf
Nov 14, 2025
Robert "Bob" Hanf, 79, passed into heaven peacefully on Friday, November 14th at home surrounded by his family after a short but courageous fight with MDS. Bob was born on 10/22/1946 in Toledo, Ohio to Rowland and Evelyn Hanf. Bob started dating the love of his life, Delores, at age 13 and they later married in 1968.
After graduating from Bowsher...
Diana Faylor
Nov 14, 2025
Diana Faylor, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on June 25, 1943, to Harold (Bud) and Rose Lee Gardner, Diana lived a life devoted to caring for others and making a difference in her community.
A proud graduate of DeVilbiss High School in 1961, Diana embarked on her career...
Charlotte E. Lohbauer
Nov 14, 2025
Charlotte Elizabeth Lohbauer, a devoted homemaker and an exemplary wife and mother, passed away on November 14, 2025, in Sylvania, Ohio, at the age of 87. Born on March 24, 1938, in Toledo, Ohio, Char, as she was affectionately known by her friends, led a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Over the years, Charlotte embraced her roles with...
Cheryl Kuhlman
Nov 13, 2025
Cheryl Kuhlman, a beloved daughter, sister, and mother, passed away on November 13, 2025, in Maumee, Ohio. Born on May 10, 1952, in Toledo, Ohio, she brought joy and positivity to everyone she encountered throughout her life. Cheryl’s smile was infectious; she beamed with warmth and kindness, illuminating the hearts of those around her.
Cheryl's professional journey was as diverse as...
John Scott Porterfield
Nov 12, 2025
John Scott Porterfield (“Scott”), age 75, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, November 12, 2025 in Sylvania, Ohio. He was born December 23, 1949, at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Scott was the beloved son of Captain John D. Porterfield and Patsy M. Barrett, and beloved stepson to James J. Barrett.
Scott is survived by his wife, Marilyn J. Agee, mother, Patsy M....
Larry Dell Anderson
Nov 12, 2025
Larry Dell Anderson, age 82, of Woodville, OH passed away November 12, 2025 at St Charles Mercy Hospital. He was born February 28, 1943 in Blackwell, OK to Jacob and Oletta Anderson. When Larry was a child, his family moved to Fremont. He grew up there until he got married and moved to Woodville in 1967. He worked at Chrysler...
Marilyn L. Stebbins
Nov 11, 2025
Marilyn L. Stebbins, age 91, a longtime resident of Toledo, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025 in her home. She was born October 27, 1934 in Toledo, Ohio to John and Hazel (Dye) Troyer. Marilyn graduated from Scott High School, Class of 1953. Not long after high school, she married the love of her life, Stanley Van Pelt and together...
Barbara Jean Polek
Nov 11, 2025
Barbara Jean Polek, affectionately known as Mamaw by her loving family and in her youth as Coobie, age 72, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. Born July 23, 1953, in Kingsport, Tennessee, to Robert and Francis (Hall) Gent, Barbara lived a life defined by kindness, love, and devotion to family.
Barbara...
Michael David Mears
Nov 10, 2025
Michael D. Mears, 69, of Toledo and formerly of Bacliff, Texas passed peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, November 10, 2025 at The Toledo Hospital, after a short illness. Mike was preceded in death by his parents Mary M. (Solomon) Mears and Robert Mears, stepsister Barbara (McGee) Knopp and his aunt Ann (Mears) Kazmaier.
Mike graduated from Start High School in...
Diana S. Pirrwitz
Nov 8, 2025
Diana Pirrwitz, age 76, of Mt. Zion, Illinois, formerly of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 8, 2025 at Memorial Hospital, Springfield, Illinois.
Born to Paul J. Pirrwitz and Jean E. Beck on October 13, 1949.
She was a proud mother to James (Lorie) Ronau of Harrietta, Michigan; Jeannie (Jerry) Mikowski of Kinglsey, Michigan; Stephen Ronau of Wellston,...
Barbara (Krolak) Rowan
Nov 7, 2025
Barbara (Krolak) Rowan, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Barbara passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, in Temperance, Michigan, at the age of 87. Born on August 7, 1938, in Toledo, Ohio, Barbara lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a remarkable spirit that touched all who knew her.
A dedicated data entry professional, Barbara worked at...
Robert R. Thomas III
Nov 7, 2025
Robert R. Thomas III, known affectionately as Bob, was born on June 15, 1949, in Toledo, Ohio, and passed away on November 7, 2025, in Maumee, Ohio. Bob's life was characterized by his unwavering commitment to family, a passion for community service, and a joyful spirit that touched the hearts of many. Bob was a fighter, through his life he...
Kathlene Sue Mothershead
Nov 7, 2025
Kathlene "Kathy" Sue Mothershead (Frank), beloved mom, grandma, great-grandma, and cousin, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025 at the age of 84 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 23, 1941 in Toledo, Ohio.
Kathy graduated from Libbey High School in 1959 and spent her adult life working at Bunting Bearings. She spent her summers by being...
Neal A. Risner
Nov 5, 2025
Neal A. Risner, age 73, of Toledo, OH passed away November 5, 2025 at Regency Hospital of Toledo. He was born December 3, 1951 in Toledo to Wyatt and Mary Ellen (Rothgelb) Risner.
From an early age, his life was anything but ordinary, but he refused to let anything stand in his way. He played the hand that he was dealt...
Donovan A. Perry
Nov 5, 2025
Donovan Anthony Perry, affectionately known as Danny, 70, Toledo, OH, made his transition from this life on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born May 14, 1955, in Montego Bay, Jamaica to Norma Rose Lewis and Rudolph Perry.
Danny loved the Lord. When he moved to Toledo in 1996, he became a member at Bethlehem Baptist Church,...
Helen Hill Williams
Nov 5, 2025
Helen Hill Williams, age 90, of Perrysburg, OH, formerly of Sevierville, TN, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Wednesday, November 5th, 2025. Helen was born, November 27th, 1934, to Luther and Roena Hill, Sevier Co., TN.
She graduated from Sevier County High School as Salutatorian and continued her education with an Associate's Degree from Knoxville Business School. After graduation Helen was...
Ranee J. "Eah" Bennett
Nov 5, 2025
Ranee J. "Eah" Bennett, resident of Toledo, OH, passed away on November 5, 2025 at age 70. Ranee was born to the late Gene and Dolores Griss (Dean). She was the beloved wife of Larry, for 49 years, whom preceded her in death in 2024. She was the adored Mom of Tiffany Koprowski and Brooke (Brian) Gump and treasured "Eah"...