Obituaries
Joyce Ellen Katke-Lademan
Feb 2, 2025
Joyce Ellen Katke-Lademan, a beloved matriarch, devoted mother, and cherished friend, passed away on February 2, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on September 27, 1928, in Dimondale, Michigan, Joyce's life was one characterized by love, resilience, and dedication, leaving a legacy that will forever warm the hearts of those who knew her.
Joyce began her journey as a high-school...
Helen L. Deal
Feb 2, 2025
Helen L. Deal, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, in Toledo, Ohio, just months shy of her 90th birthday. Born on July 27, 1935, in Toledo, Helen was the last of six siblings, leaving behind a rich legacy of love and kindness that will be cherished by her family and friends.
Helen devoted...
Richard Billups, Jr.
Feb 1, 2025
Richard Billups, Jr., affectionately known as "Dickey," passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, in Sylvania, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 8, 1939, in Brooklyn, New York, Richard dedicated more than three decades of his professional life to the FORD Motor Company, where he made significant contributions and forged lasting friendships.
Richard was a devoted family man...
Claude Richard Montgomery
Feb 1, 2025
Claude Richard Montgomery, born on June 10, 1933, in Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio. He was 91 years old. A cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Claude leaves behind a legacy rich in family and service.
After proudly serving in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, Claude transitioned...
Neil D. Miller
Feb 1, 2025
Neil D. Miller, age 90, of Toledo, Ohio passed away on February 1, 2025. Neil was born the son of the late Ralph and Martha (Dumeyer) Miller on July 6, 1934 in Toledo. He was a 1952 graduate of DeVilbiss High School and attended the University of Toledo. He married the love of his life, Janet (Mikola) on October 31,...
Jack W. Arthur
Feb 1, 2025
Jack W. Arthur, born on May 10, 1945, in Whitman, West Virginia, departed this life on February 1, 2025, in Sylvania, Ohio. He was 79 years old. Jack lived a life full of passion, creativity, and dedication, marked by his love for art, nature, and, most importantly, family.
Jack devoted over 40 years of his life to the art of overland...
Ora Lee Howard
Jan 31, 2025
Ora Lee (Wakefield) Howard was born on September 2, 1940, to Willie and Augusta Wakefield in St. Louis, Missouri. She was the eldest daughter of five children whom they affectionately nicknamed “Sistah”. She attended Simmons Elementary and later went on to High school in 1957. Once she left High school, she worked small jobs and over the years gave birth...
Blondell Bobbitt
Jan 31, 2025
Mrs. Blondell Bobbitt (Smith) entered into eternal rest on January 31, 2025, at Mercy Perrysburg Hospital, in Perrysburg, Ohio, at the age of 89. Affectionately known to all as Granny.
Blondell was born on November 22, 1935, to her late parents, William and Frances smith. A woman of faith, she found Christ at an early age. She was a beautician in...
Delphine M Zielaskowski
Jan 31, 2025
Delphine M Zielaskowski, a beloved mother, wife and sister, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 31, 2025, in Toledo, Ohio, the city where she was born on May 15, 1927. She was 97 years old.
Delphine was a dedicated general assembly worker for DeVilbiss Manufacturing Company, contributing her talents and hard work to the company for an impressive forty-two...
Carol A. Smith
Jan 30, 2025
Carol Ann Smith, age 86, of Osseo, MI, formerly of Toledo, passed away January 30, 2025, at Advent Health Tampa, FL where she enjoyed spending her winters. She was born March 13, 1938, in Toledo to Gerald and Edith (Clifford) Myers. Carol was a 1956 graduate of Libbey High School and a 1959 graduate of the Toledo Hospital School of...
Doris Jean Lecso
Jan 30, 2025
Doris Jean Lecso, a cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on January 30, 2025, in Sylvania, Ohio, at the age of 70. Born on March 13, 1954, in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania, Doris dedicated her life to caring for others, both in her professional career and in her beloved family life.
A Registered Nurse at Promedica Hospital in Toledo, Doris was known...
Clarence F. Young
Jan 28, 2025
Clarence F. Young, born on June 2, 1932, in Taylorville, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, in Sylvania, Ohio. He lived a life marked by dedication to family, a diverse career, and unwavering religious conviction.
Clarence was a man of many talents and reinventions throughout his career. He began in sales with Watkins Products and Fuller Brush, transitioned to...
Harrison Grayford Brewer
Jan 28, 2025
Harrison Grayford Brewer, age 93, of Wayne County, TN passed away January 28, 2025 at Ebeid Hospice Residence Sylvania, OH. He was born April 4, 1931 in Wayne County, TN to Benjamin and Mary (Whitehead) Brewer. Harrison served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was an avid Detroit Tiger fan and never saw a hot-rod...
Lee M. Stiegelmeyer
Jan 28, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother, Lee Stiegelmeyer, of Maumee, OH. Lee passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025. She was born 8/17/1929, Mara Lee Throne to Oral J.D. Throne and Lillian M. Neafie. Lee grew up in Toledo graduating from Devilbiss High School and earned an Associates Degree in Hospitality/Hotel Mgmt. from Owens Community...
Verlin Sweatt
Jan 28, 2025
Verlin Sweatt, went home to be with his lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Verlin was born in Oliver Springs, Tennessee, to the late Swann and Lillie (Petree) Sweatt.
A man of faith, Verlin and his wife, Barbara, have attended Emmanuel Baptist Church for about 40 years, where they have met wonderful people.
Verlin dedicated an impressive 37 years of his life to...
Jeffery M. "Jeff" Lindley
Jan 27, 2025
Jeffery “Jeff” M. Lindley, age 74, of Holland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on September 19, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, to George and Lucille (Cook) Lindley. Jeff was a 1968 Woodward High School graduate and later went on to receive a bachelor’s degree in business from The University of Toledo....
Norm Drogmiller II
Jan 27, 2025
Norm Drogmiller II, born on March 3, 1954, in Toledo, Ohio, passed away on January 27, 2025, in his beloved hometown. Norm lived a life rich with laughter, family, and dedication to his career, leaving behind a legacy that will be fondly remembered by many.
A proud graduate of Rogers High School in 1972, Norm began his career as a Journeyman...
Harriet M. (Greenwood) Harden
Jan 26, 2025
Harriet M.(Greenwood) Harden, of Monclova, Ohio was born on August 15, 1947, in Holland, Ohio to Harry and Gladys Greenwood. She entered eternal rest on January 26, 2025, at the Hospice of Northwest in Perrysburg, Ohio. Harriet's passing leaves a profound loss in the hearts of her family who cherished her deeply.
Harriet was a woman of great warmth and strength,...
Winfield "Marty" M. Vernier
Jan 26, 2025
Winfield "Marty" M. Vernier, a devoted educator, loving family man, and passionate community member, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Born on February 8, 1949, in Toledo, Ohio, Marty lived a life rich with dedication, warmth, and humor.
Marty earned his Bachelors of Education, Masters of Education, and Education Specialist degrees from the University of Toledo. For...
Walter Edward Kanavel
Jan 26, 2025
Walter Edward Kanavel, age 85, of Lambertville, Michigan, passed away on January 26, 2025, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center with his children and grandchildren by his side. He was born on March 31, 1939, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late William and Esther (Hensel) Kanavel.
Walter’s lifelong dedication to service began at Bedford Senior High School and continued through an...
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