Obituaries
Rita M. Merrill
Jan 11, 2014
Rita M. Merrill, age 91, of Toledo, passed away peacefully, Saturday, January 11, 2014 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 10, 1922 in Toledo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul "Bud" Merrill and daughter, Linda Rae Kaczmarek. Rita is survived by her...
Lowell E. Whitt, Ii
Jan 11, 2014
Lowell E. Whitt, II, 84, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2014. He was born on March 22, 1929 to the late Vinnie Rose and Lowell E. Whitt Sr. in Toledo, Ohio. Lowell was stationed in Panama Canal Zone at the end of WWII. He was an Air Force Policeman. Lowell worked in Insurance sales throughout his life. In addition...
Pearlie Lee Wilson
Jan 10, 2014
Pearlie Lee Wilson, age 93, of Swanton, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 10, 2014 at home. She was born on June 17, 1920 to Nunnie and Ida (Shipp) Belt in Columbus, Georgia. Pearlie was a homemaker and always taking care of her family. She enjoyed cooking and telling jokes. Pearlie will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved...
Bernard F. Smyth
Jan 10, 2014
Bernard "Bernie" F. Smyth, age 64, of Toledo, Ohio passed away January 10, 2014 at Ebeid Hospice Residence. He was born January 2, 1950 in Toledo to Donald and Martha (Hanjora) Smyth. Bernie was employed with the AP Parts for more than 30 years. He was a handyman that enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Bernie is survived by his...
Robert F. Heeter
Jan 9, 2014
Robert "Bobby" Heeter, age 62, passed away January 9, 2014 at St. Lukes Hospital. He was born February 26, 1951 in Toledo to Richard and Lulu (Bowers) Heeter. Bobby loved music, money and the Ohio State Buckeyes.Bobby is survived by his adopted family, Diane and Jerry Glanzman, Amy Glanzman-Skrent, Ashlee Glanzman and Allison Glanzman.A Memorial Service will be held Sunday,...
David C. Sibberson, Sr.
Jan 8, 2014
David C. "Dave" Sibberson, Sr., age 73, of Toledo, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 8, 2014. He was born on April 18, 1940 to Fred and Freida (Yohnke) Sibberson in Toledo. Dave worked for over 40 years at Doral Steel. When he wasn't working, he looked forward to time on the golf course, trips to the casino, camping with...
Arthur Richard Kershner
Jan 8, 2014
Arthur Richard Kershner, age 83, of Toledo, Ohio passed away January 8, 2014 at Whitehouse Country Manor. He was born April 3, 1930 in Toledo to Arthur and Charlotte (Agee) Kershner. Art was employed with the Arco Construction, Rudolph Libbey and Graycor as a job superintendent for many years. He was a Mason and member of the Fort Industry Chapter....
Connie L. Bucklew
Jan 7, 2014
Connie L. Bucklew, age 62, of Toledo, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at the Toledo Hospital. She was born on March 27, 1951 to Richard and Beverly (Drake) Dodge in Toledo. She worked in the Insurance Business for many years. She loved animals, especially cats. Connie loved nothing more than spending time with her family, especially her...
Dixie J. Fritts
Jan 7, 2014
Dixie J. Fritts, 81, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2014. She was born on December 27, 1932 to the late Velma and Henry J. Sawicki in Toledo, Ohio.Dixie retired as a Nurse at Toledo Hospital after 25 years of service. After retiring, she took up painting; she particularly enjoyed painting scenes from nature. Dixie loved spending time by the...
Floyd E. Swope, Sr.
Jan 7, 2014
Floyd E. Swope, Sr., age 88, of Toledo, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2014 at the Toledo Hospital. He was born on December 25, 1925 to David and Elsie (Benden) Swope in Cresson, Pennsylvania. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. He worked for the railroad in Pennsylvania and various companies in Toledo, later retiring...
James W. Phillips
Jan 5, 2014
James W. Phillips, of Toledo, Ohio passed away January 5, 2014 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio Toledo. He was born September 29, 1935 in Toledo to Wilton and Mary Phillips. Jim served his country in the U.S. Army where he received the rank of Captain. Jim received his Master's Degree of Education from the University of Toledo in 1990. He...
Joan Patricia Keith
Jan 4, 2014
Joan was taken by the angels on Sunday, January 4, 2015. She had been residing at Ebeid Hospice in Sylvania and passed away in the presence of her family. The daughter of the late Anthony and Helen (Wasielewski) Barabash, she was born on Saturday, February 15, 1930 in Toledo. Joan graduated from Woodward High School, Class of 1948. Joan's career...
Patrick M. Berlin
Jan 4, 2014
Patrick M. "Pat" Berlin, age 65, of Toledo, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2014 at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born on October 31, 1948 to Charles and Kathleen (Vineyard) Berlin in Toledo. Pat was a longtime member of Augsberg Lutheran Church where he use to teach Bible Study and lead the Boy Scouts. He also use to coach baseball...
Ursula Karnikowski
Jan 3, 2014
Ursula Karnikowski, 96, passed away on January 3, 2014. She was born on March 22, 1917 to the late Catherine and Stanley Borkowski in Toledo, Ohio.Ursula owned and operated the popular Wood's Inn restaurant in Oregon, Ohio with her immediate family, closing it in 1973. She always enjoyed being involved in the Food Industry by working in restaurants or through...
Mary Jo Frohlich
Jan 3, 2014
Mary Jo "Jo Jo" Frohlich, age 67, of Brooklyn, Michigan, passed away Friday, January 3, 2014 at St. Anne Mercy Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 10, 1946 to Frederick and Mary (Thompson) Kruse in Toledo. Mary Jo was a beautician for over 40 years. She was an avid collector of frogs and loved dogs....
Grace G. Wilmoth
Jan 3, 2014
Grace G. Wilmoth, 89, went home to be with her Lord Jesus on Friday, January 3, 2014, with her youngest daughter by her side at The Goerlich Center in Sylvania, Ohio, where she has been a resident since July following a fall in her son's home. Grace was born November 19, 1924, to Davis & Daisy (Clouse) Mayberry, in Cookeville,...
Betty J. Drummond
Jan 3, 2014
Betty J. Drummond, age 72, of Maumee, Ohio passed away January 3, 2014 at home. Betty was born March 22, 1941 in Tucson, Arizona to Daniel and Margie (Hunt) Hamilton. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Robert D. Drummond; children, Judy (Don) Palmer, Scott R. (Michelle) Drummond, Robert D. (Cara) Drummond, and Patrick D. Drummond; mother,...
Ronald E. Dale
Dec 31, 2013
Ronald "Gene" Dale, age 75, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at home. He was born on February 19, 1938 to Fred and Gladys (Fyffe) Dale in Vicksburg, Kentucky. Gene was a veteran of the U.S. Army as a Corp of Engineers, serving his country proudly. He was employed with Jeep for over 30 years before retiring. Gene loved...
Cecil H. Mccourt
Dec 31, 2013
Cecil H. McCourt, loving husband of Mary E. (Coyle) McCourt for 67 years went home to be with the Lord on December 31, 2013. He faithfully and lovingly served his family and his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Cecil was a World War II Army veteran, serving in the Pacific, and was privileged to visit the World War II Memorial...
Zachary S. Parsons
Dec 30, 2013
Zachary S. Parsons, age 47, of Michigan, passed away peacefully, Monday, December 30, 2013 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. He was born on July 28, 1966 to Jonathan and Sandra (Sowal) Parsons in Southfield, Michigan. Zachary loved animals especially cats. He also created works of art and wrote poetry. He loved gardening and horticulture. Zachary was instrumental in helping develop...
About Us
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions is a collection of obituaries for Toledo, OH. With services throughout the area that are updated regularly. Find local Toledo, OH obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies.

