Obituaries

Lex Alexander Massai Ashby

Lex Alexander Massai Ashby

Apr 2, 2025

Lex Alexander Massai Ashby, age 53, a beloved son and cherished father, brother and friend, was born on December 5, 1971 in Toledo to Efron "Steve" and Marcella (Stewart) Ashby. He departed from this world on April 2, 2025 at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus after a short illness, leaving behind a legacy that will forever resonate in the...

Paul Joseph Cuprys

Paul Joseph Cuprys

Apr 2, 2025

Paul Joseph Cuprys age 86 of Toledo, Ohio passed away April 2, 2025 at Ebeid Hospice, Sylvania. He was born in Toledo on September 29, 1938 to Ignatius and Mary (Kowalski) Cuprys. Paul graduated from DeVilbiss High School in 1956. He was employed at the Custer Beer Company in Monroe, MI for 30 years.

Paul loved spending time at his cottage...

Phyllis A. Zajkowski

Phyllis A. Zajkowski

Apr 2, 2025

Phyllis Ann Zajkowski, age 85, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at her final residence, the Lakes of Monclova in Maumee, Ohio.

She is survived by her two sons, Paul (wife Shelly and grandchildren Madelyn, Nolan, and Morgan) and Chad (wife Amy and grandchildren Alison and Jacob), as well as her daughter, Cara (grandchildren Emma and Brady). She was preceded...

Marie Margaret Wiener

Marie Margaret Wiener

Apr 2, 2025

Marie Margaret Wiener (known lovingly as Mo Margarita), age 76, of Maumee, OH passed away April 2, 2025 at Northside Atlanta Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 26, 1948 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota to Joseph and Anna (Verostick) Schanen. Marie was a 1966 graduate of Grand Rapids, Minnesota High School. She then went onto Hibbing Junior...

Mabel Joann Wright

Mabel Joann Wright

Apr 2, 2025

Mabel J. Wright age 82, of Sylvania, Ohio passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at Flower Hospital. She was born in Toledo on February 12, 1943, to Charles and Violet (Lewis) Shea.

Mabel loved spending time with her family, especially her grandkids. She also enjoyed the holidays, summer cookouts and bunco with her family and friends. She will be remembered...

Sammie Lewis, Sr.

Sammie Lewis, Sr.

Apr 1, 2025

Sammie Lee Lewis, Sr. started his life journey on June 5, 1947, in Rosedale, Mississippi. He was born to James and Mattie Lewis. Throughout his life he was always loving and kind to all, his laugh and raspy voice made anyone smile.

Sam grew up as a young man in Rosedale Mississippi. At an early age, he met his soulmate and...

Antoinette L. "Tootsie" Dickerson

Antoinette L. "Tootsie" Dickerson

Apr 1, 2025

Antoinette “Tootsie” Dickerson passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2025, in her home. She was a loving soul, a beautiful person inside and out. Her love for Jehovah and her family was unmatched. To know her was to love her.

Tootsie was an LPN, but retired after her health became compromised. But she didn’t stop there, she continued to help family...

Sue Wenzlaff PhD.

Sue Wenzlaff PhD.

Apr 1, 2025

Sue Wenzlaff PhD., a beloved educator, debate coach, and advocate for animals, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, in her hometown of Toledo, Ohio. Born on June 9, 1955, Sue dedicated her life to nurturing young minds and promoting the art of debate, leaving an indelible mark on the students she taught.

Sue's career as a debate coach at Duquesne...

Marilyn J. Hudson

Marilyn J. Hudson

Mar 31, 2025

Marilyn J. Hudson, nee Cousino, age 85, passed away peacefully on March 31st after an extended illness. She was surrounded by the enduring love of her family. Her greatest joy in life was being a Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother.

She earned her Associate Degree in Medical Assisting from the University of Toledo and spent many years providing compassionate care to...

Dennis Edward Bolfa

Dennis Edward Bolfa

Mar 31, 2025

Dennis Edward Bolfa, born on September 11 1954, Toledo, Ohio, passed away on March 31, 2025, in his beloved hometown. He was known for his vibrant spirit and engaging personality.

Dennis began his career as a machinist, showcasing his exceptional skills and dedication to his craft. His professional journey led him to auto repair and, ultimately, to home repairs, where he...

Edward J. Searles

Edward J. Searles

Mar 31, 2025

Edward J. Searles, known affectionately as Ed, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, in Temperance, Michigan, at the age of 94. Born on September 6, 1930, in Tecumseh, Michigan, Ed dedicated his life to his family and his country. He proudly served twelve years in the United States Army, including service during the Korean War, where he achieved the...

Richard "Dick" A. Zwyer

Richard "Dick" A. Zwyer

Mar 31, 2025

Richard A. "Dick" Zwyer, age 86, of Monclova, OH passed away March 31, 2025 at The Willows at Bowling Green. He was born July 8, 1938 in Moncolva, OH to Edward and Anna (Hallholber) Zwyer. He started farming with his father and raised chickens, then moved onto Heavy Highway work including sanitary storm water site work for building contractors and...

Rhonda L. Bruce

Rhonda L. Bruce

Mar 30, 2025

Rhonda L. Bruce, age 63, of Toledo, passed away March 30, 2025 at home. She was born January 23, 1962 in Fort Ord, CA to Harold and Rebecca (Parker) Bruce. Rhonda enjoyed traveling before her disability. She liked playing "candy crush," but the greatest love of Rhonda's life was spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her father, Rhonda was...

James Blake Montgomery

James Blake Montgomery

Mar 29, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James Blake Montgomery, 65 years old, of Toledo, OH. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 29, 2025 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. He was born on August 4, 1959 to Donald Ray and Jean Ann Montgomery.

James attended Maumee and Anthony Wayne High schools. Shortly...

Woon H. Jyung PhD

Woon H. Jyung PhD

Mar 29, 2025

Woon H. Jyung PhD, a cherished educator and devoted family man, passed away on March 29, 2025, in Toledo, Ohio at the age of 91. Born on March 12, 1934, in South Korea, Woon dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge, education, and the betterment of those around him.

For over thirty years, Woon passionately taught biology at the University...

Gregory Diggins

Gregory Diggins

Mar 29, 2025

Gregory Diggins age 66 of Toledo, Ohio passed away on March 29, 2025 at the University of Toledo Medical Center. He was born in Toledo on March 24, 1959 to Stonewall and Rebecca (Hunter) Diggins.

Greg loved motorcycles (he was known for his wheelies and abilities on a bike), fast cars, fishing, sports (football and NASCAR were his favorites) and cooking...

Erin M. Bamford

Erin M. Bamford

Mar 27, 2025

Erin M. Bamford, age 52, of Toledo passed away on Thursday March 27, 2025, at St. Vincents hospital surrounded by loving family. Erin was born on November 15, 1972, to Mary Krakau and Paul Bamford.

Erin attended Start High School where she graduated in 1992. Erin went on to work at Red Wells, McDonalds, Lott Industries and Triad Residential Solutions where...

Catherine "Cathy" Susan Blossom

Catherine "Cathy" Susan Blossom

Mar 27, 2025

Catherine S. Blossom, 84, passed away at home on March 27, 2025, joining her beloved husband of 50 years, Robert Lee, who passed in August of 2007. Cathy is survived by her sons, Robert (Cindy), Chris (Ludivia), Thomas (Jennifer), Raymond (Michelle), Eugene (Angie), John (Emily); sister, Joyce Twigg; brother, Claude (Terri) Friend; sister-in-law, Rhonda (Steve) Stevens; 31 grandkids, and 44...

Joe B. Garrett

Joe B. Garrett

Mar 26, 2025

Joe B. Garrett, 94 years old, of Temperance, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Hospice Care in his home on March 26th, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on January 29th, 1931, to the late Florence Garrett and John Lee Garrett, in Calf Creek, KY.

Joe went by many nicknames, most commonly Jay, J.B. and Uncle Jay. He was affectionately...

Paula J. Nobles

Paula J. Nobles

Mar 26, 2025

Paula J. Nobles, a cherished daughter, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on March 26, 2025, in her hometown of Toledo, Ohio. Born on April 29, 1948, she was a beacon of kindness and humility throughout her life, traits that endeared her to all who crossed her path.

Paula's professional journey was marked by over thirty years of dedicated service as...

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