Robert P. Elendt, Sr., age 80, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away early Friday morning, March 27, 2020, at Swanton Valley Care & Rehabilitation.  He was born November 29, 1939 in Toledo, Ohio to Emil and Anna (Schudel) Elendt.   Robert was a heavy equipment operator and 50-year member of the Union.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and farming. He is survived by his children, Rebecca Elendt, Robert, Jr. (Susan) Elendt and Charlene Elendt; grandchildren, Amanda, Joshua,...

Marilyn "Jean" Vandenbusche, age 87, of Blissfield, Michigan, entered into eternal life, Friday morning, March 27, 2020, at Lenawee Medical Center, under the care of Hospice.  She was born, September 18, 1932 in Adrian, Michigan to George and Edna (Greenwald) Baldwin.  Jean was a 1950 graduate of Adrian High School, and on December 27, 1952, she married Henry B. Vandenbushe.  He preceded her in death on November 2, 2018. Jean was a member of Light of Christ Parish...

Gary L. Fitch, age 71, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away in his home, following a long and courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis.  He was born July 29, 1948 in Grand Rapids, Ohio to Marion and Charlotte (Ross) Fitch, and 1966 graduate of Swanton High School. Gary worked as a maintenance engineer for Rexam Beverage Can factory in Whitehouse, Ohio, where he retired.  He enjoyed motorcycle riding, remodeling his home, loved his cats and was a health nut. Gary is survived by his...

Richard C. "Fritz" Fuller, age 72, life-long resident of Swanton, Ohio, passed away of a sudden heart attack, Sunday afternoon, March 22, 2020.  He was born June 14, 1947 in Swanton, Ohio to the late Robert Lee and Edna May (Dunkerton) Fuller. Richard was a 1965 graduate of Swanton High School.  He enlisted in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran.  Richard worked for the Dana Corporation until being laid off, and went on to get his real estate...

Kathleen Helen Bolyard passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020, at the age of 62, in Toledo, Ohio.  Kathy was born on March 13, 1958 to Fred & Sylvia (Poturalski) Bolyard, as the youngest daughter.  Kathy was a graduate of Swanton High School, class of ’76.  She worked various jobs over the years, but found most enjoyment in her time working Environmental with her brothers, often reminiscing about the memories that were made during that time. She loved to spend time...

Michael Francis Tammarine, Sr. passed away on March 16, 2020. He was born on September 3, 1942 to Frank and Bernadine Tammarine. Mike grew up in and attended Sylvania Schools where he excelled at football and wrestling. Mike was a licensed barber, and then went into Law Enforcement. He worked his way through the ranks of the Medical College of Ohio Police Department (now UTMC), retiring as Chief of Police in 2002. After retiring, he began barbering again with his brother Dan at Fort Meigs...

Richard Dean Hobby, Sr., age 86, of Antioch, Tennessee, formerly of Swanton, Ohio, passed away late Monday evening, March 9, 2020, at Southern Hills Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born February 6, 1934 in Sardis, Arkansas to Gilbert and Bessie (Waters) Hobby. Following graduation, Richard enlisted in the Air Force and was a Korean War Veteran. He married his beloved wife, Ida Faye Whitt on September 3, 1963.  Richard was a semi driver for 33 years.  He worked...

Frances Sophia Zientek, age 94, of Assumption, Ohio, entered into eternal life, Sunday evening, March 8, 2020, at the Elizabeth Scott Community in Maumee. Frances was born May 2, 1925, in Metamora to Bartholomew and Frances (Konecny) Stasa. Fran, Franny, Mom, Grandma and Granny as she was known to all who knew and loved her, was a life-long resident of the Assumption-Metamora area. She was a 1944 graduate of Metamora High School,...

Richard H. Tulk (Harry B), age 81, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 at home and surrounded by his loving family. Richard was born June 1, 1938 to parents Harry Benjamin and Evelyn Viola Tulk in Detroit, Michigan. Richard lived in Toledo Ohio but made Swanton, Ohio his home for more than 50 years. After Richard graduated from Swanton High School, he joined the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged after serving 4 years. Upon returning home from the...

David  T. Fleck, age 78, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family, Tuesday morning, February 25, 2020, following a valiant battle with cancer.  He was born May 20, 1941 in Toledo, Ohio to Elmer and Fannie (Pedersen) Fleck.  Dave was a graduate of Macomber Vocational Technical High School, and married his true love, Elizabeth "Liz" M. Mockensturm on February 17, 1962. She preceded him in death on July 8, 2019.    After...