Obituaries
Joanne C. Cowan Smothers Fitzpatrick
May 16, 2025
Loving Memory of Joanne C. Cowan Smothers Fitzpatrick
With deep sorrow and abiding faith, we announce that Joanne C. Cowan Smothers Fitzpatrick peacefully entered eternal rest on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on April 5, 1929, she lived a life shaped by love, dedication, and creativity.
Joanne is survived by her children: Deborah Bauer, Robert Smothers II,...
Steven A. Wandtke
May 15, 2025
Steven A. Wandtke, age 59, passed away May 15, 2025. He was born September 30, 1965 in Toledo to Dave and Marilyn (Leafgreen) Wandtke. Steve enjoyed his dogs, "Dixie" and "Loki," fishing, gardening, raising Monarch Butterflies, but the greatest love of Steve's life was spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his daughters, RaighAnn Jackson, Dr. Meghan (Andrew) Barber...
Norman Plumer
May 15, 2025
Norman Plumer, aka Bob Kelly to his many fans, passed away on his birthday, May 15, 2025, at the age of 84 in Holland, Ohio. Born on May 15, 1941, in Akron, Ohio, Norm/Bob made his way to Northwest Ohio in 1965, becoming a fixture of Toledo area radio and television for over 50 years. His radio career included stops...
Jack Smith
May 15, 2025
Jack L. Smith Jr.
May 27, 1955 – May 15, 2025
After a heartbreaking battle with dementia, Jack L. Smith Jr. passed away on May 15, 2025, surrounded by love and family. He was 69.
Born in Toledo, Ohio, to Jack and Darlene Smith, Jack graduated from Rogers High School and The University of Toledo. He built a life filled with purpose, hard...
Ernest L Mullins
May 14, 2025
Ernest L Mullins, affectionately known as Ern, Crazy Ernie, Tazman, and even the Devil (yes, the one from those highly entertaining prank phone calls), passed away on May 14, 2025, in Toledo, OH. He was born in Springfield, OH, on October 1, 1953, embarking on a journey that would lead him to become a legendary family man, a devoted employee,...
R. Neal Hall
May 14, 2025
R. Neal Hall (1944-2025), of Perrysburg, Ohio passed away peacefully in his home that he shared with his wife of 57 years, Barbara on May 14th. Neal started his life as a chosen addition to the Hall family when he was adopted by his parents Harold and Margaret and was raised in Marion Ohio alongside his brother, Frank (Elyse) and...
Joyce Buck
May 13, 2025
Joyce Marie Buck, a devoted wife, beloved matriarch, passed away on May 13, 2025 in Lambertville, Michigan, at the age of 88. She was born March 23, 1936, in Toledo, Ohio, the loving daughter of the Late Emerson and Marie Pettit.
Joyce shared 68 years of marriage with her devoted husband, John Edward Buck, with whom she built a life full...
Rhonye Darrel Lincoln
May 13, 2025
Rhonye “Mr. Good Bar” Darrel Lincoln was born on September 13, 1944, in Toledo, Ohio, to Lonnie and Obie (Phason) Lincoln. On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, Rhonye departed this life peacefully at Toledo Hospital.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie and Obie Lincoln; grandparents, Obie and Essie Phason, and Jim and Lizzie (Gullet) Lincoln; his brother, Terry A....
Joan Edith Yousey Robertson
May 12, 2025
Joan Edith Yousey Robertson, age 90, went to be with her Lord on May 12, 2025. She lovingly served her Lord as she served others, always caring and extending hospitality to all. She was a prayer warrior and treasured for kind ways of walking with others in difficult times.
She married Herbert “Robbie” Robertson on June 27, 1970 and together they...
Raymond J. Trzcinski
May 12, 2025
Raymond J. Trzcinski, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully passed away in the late evening of May 12th, 2025, at the age of 80, in Temperance, Michigan. Born on August 19, 1944, in Toledo, Ohio, Raymond was a proud Marine Corps veteran who dedicated his life to service in both his country and his community.
Throughout his career, Raymond was...
Benjamin Bennett
May 12, 2025
Benjamin T. Bennett, 80, of Toledo, Ohio passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Lima, Ohio on February 12, 1945 to the late Bruce and Yvonne Bennett. Ben married the love of his life, Patricia Hegele, on June 5, 1971. Together they share five children.
Ben grew up in Maumee, Ohio where...
William Michael Heban
May 11, 2025
William (Bill) Michael Heban, Age 70, of Rossford, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born on February 13, 1955, to Robert and Lucille (Proch) Heban in Oregon, Ohio. Bill was a 1973 graduate of Rossford High School and was a talented basketball player and golfer. He attended Bowling Green State University, where...
Jeffery Scott Lord
May 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our father, Jeffery “Jeff” Scott Lord, age 60. He was called home to join his beloved wife Michelle in heaven on May 10th, 2025. He passed away peacefully in his childhood home.
Jeffery was born in Toledo, Ohio on November 12, 1964 to Bobby and Marie...
Carol Ann Digby
May 10, 2025
Carol Ann Digby, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother, peacefully passed away on May 10, 2025, in Sylvania, Ohio. Born on August 19, 1945, in Toledo, Ohio, she was a cherished member of her community and a constant source of love to her family and friends.
A graduate of Woodward High School, Carol devoted many years of her professional life...
Gesine Czerniak
May 10, 2025
Gesine Czerniak, age 84, of Maumee, Ohio, died at home on Saturday, May 10, 2025, with her daughters by her side. She was born August 23, 1940, to Hans and Gertrude Fischer in Hamburg, Germany. She immigrated to the United States with her parents and brother, Immo, in January 1950. Gesine was a 1959 graduate of Libbey High School and...
Beverly Jean Furman
May 10, 2025
Beverly Jean Furman, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 10, 2025, in Oregon, Ohio. She was born on January 26, 1954, in Toledo, Ohio, where she spent her formative years and cultivated a deep appreciation for family and nature.
Beverly's career commenced in the realm of interior design, where she worked at Majestic Paint for five...
Timothy L. Wagener
May 10, 2025
Timothy Lee Wagener, age 67, of Maumee, OH passed away May 10, 2025 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio Ebeid Hospice Center. Tim was born May 20, 1957 in Toledo to Leland and Mary Lou (Pickard) Wagener.
A lifelong member of St. Joseph Maumee Catholic Church, Tim attended grade school at St. Joseph and was a graduate of St. John's Jesuit High...
Margaret Jean Dutridge
May 10, 2025
Margaret Jean Dutridge, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on May 10, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on June 2, 1940, in Toledo, Ohio, Margaret was a beacon of love and generosity to all who knew her.
Margaret dedicated much of her career to the service industry, becoming a manager at McDonald's before retiring after...
Jeffrey W. Smolenski
May 9, 2025
Jeffrey W. Smolenski age 78 of Toledo, Ohio passed away on May 9, 2025. He was born to Walter and Helen (Stanoff) on May 2, 1947.
Jeff graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1965. His passion was bowling and he managed several centers over the years including a pro shop. He taught the game with enthusiasm and dedication. His contributions...
Mark Avery Templin
May 8, 2025
Mark Avery Templin, born on April 19, 1958, in Dearborn, Michigan, passed away on May 8, 2025 in Toledo, Ohio. He will be remembered as a devoted family man, a skilled professional, and a cherished friend to many.
Mark dedicated 25 years of his life to DTE, where he served as a pipeline technician until health concerns began to affect his...
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