Obituaries
Timothy Scott Bernard
May 6, 2025
Timothy Scott Bernard, age 67, of Wauseon, Ohio, passed away Tuesday evening, May 6, 2025 at Defiance Inpatient Hospice Center. Timothy was born April 6, 1958 in Toledo, Ohio to Daniel Scott and Sheila Nohl (Sweeney) Bernard.
Timothy worked as a mechanic and owned Bernard's Automotive in Delta, Ohio, and later for Lee's Sales and Service. He enjoyed late model race...
Charles "Charlie" Shipley
May 6, 2025
Charles (Charlie) Leo Shipley, 72, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away at his home the of morning of May 6th, 2025. Charlie was born on August 1st, 1952 in Norwalk, Ohio to Louise Ann (Widman) Shipley and Charles Resaw Shipley. Charlie was the older brother to five siblings. The family moved from Norwalk to Maumee, Ohio, in 1964. Charlie graduated from...
Valerie Fawn Rehklau
May 4, 2025
Valerie Fawn Rehklau, age 67, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 2, 1957 to George and Joyce (Falor) Tavtigian in Toledo, Ohio. Valerie was an adventurous spirit, with her heart in her home, family, and garden. She was a genuine and earnest soul,...
Geraldine Ann "Geri" Durholt
May 2, 2025
Geraldine Ann “Geri” Durholt, age 85, of Delta, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 2, 2025 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 28, 1940, to Casper and Florence (Nawrocki) Kaminski in Toledo, Ohio. She grew up in Toledo, Ohio, and graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1958. After graduation,...
Robert Muryl Zinn
Apr 30, 2025
Robert “Bob” Zinn of Toledo, aged 92, passed away Wednesday, April 30th, 2025. A cherished husband, father, brother, grandfather, and dog dad, he was born in 1933 to Roy and Geneivia (Boyer) Zinn. He married the love of his life, Mary Lovana Ford, in LaFollette, Tennessee in 1962 and was married just shy of 63 years.
He lived a life full...
Peter Franklin Craig
Apr 29, 2025
Peter Franklin Craig, age 94, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away Tuesday evening, April 29, 2025, at Ayden Healthcare of Waterville. Peter was born on February 9, 1931, in Toledo, Ohio, to Peter and Ella (Scalise) Craig. Peter lived a life marked by service, faith, and dedication.
A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Peter served during World War II,...
Doris Ann Kurivial
Apr 29, 2025
Doris Ann Kurivial, age 92, of Swanton, Ohio, departed this world peacefully in her home Tuesday evening, April 29, 2025. Doris was born on June 23, 1932 to Louis and Doris (Wagner) Vavrik, and was raised in the city of Rossford, Ohio. She married John Joseph Kurivial on November 12, 1955. They cultivated a life together in Swanton on his...
Donna J. Ehrsam-Green
Apr 29, 2025
Donna J. Ehrsam-Green, age 87, of Delta, Ohio, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at The Toledo Hospital, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, resilience, and an unwavering spirit. Donna was born on May 30, 1937, in Wauseon, Ohio, to Reo and Olive (Pennington) Wyse. Donna lived her life with profound dedication...
Cynthia "Cynde" Lozer
Apr 28, 2025
Cynthia (Cynde) Lozer, age 67, of Delta, Ohio, passed away on April 28, 2025, at UTMC in Toledo, Ohio, following complications after open heart surgery. She was born in Wauseon, Ohio on December 14, 1957, to Dale Lozer and Ruth (Favorite Lozer) Richter.
She graduated from Delta High School in 1976 where she attended Four County and majored in cosmetology for...
Orren Lee McClaflin
Apr 24, 2025
Orren Lee McClaflin, born August 26, 1967, in Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family, Thursday evening, April 24, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love, creativity, and hard work that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Orren dedicated much of his life to the construction trade, building houses that would become homes...
William Raymond Krauss
Apr 22, 2025
William Raymond Krauss, age 93 of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, April 22, 2025, at Fairlawn Nursing Home in Archbold, surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 20, 1931 in Swanton, Ohio to Charles and Marie (Klorer) Krauss.
Bill attended Delta High School and was recently granted an honorary diploma. Bill served his country with honor in...
Ramona Virginia Schmitz
Apr 22, 2025
Ramona “Mona” Virginia Schmitz, age 92 of Lyons, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Ramona was known for her gentle spirit, warm heart, and deep love for her family.
Born on October 22, 1932, to Laura (Schwamberger) and Wilfred Simon, Ramona was raised in Assumption, Ohio and...
Pablo "Paul" Ramirez
Apr 19, 2025
Pablo “Paul” Ramirez, affectionally known as the “General,” 99 passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025 at his home in Swanton, Ohio. He was born on July 13, 1925 in Houston, Texas to Gilbert Ramirez and Inez Martinez. He served in the Navy and was a proud World War II Veteran. Paul was a member of the American Legion and...
Robert "Bob" Aleshire
Apr 18, 2025
Robert “Bob” Aleshire, age 69, of Delta, passed away peacefully Friday, April 18, 2025 at the Ohio State University Medical Center. He was the son of Antonio Sr. and Isabel (Tagle) Gonzalez born on June 8, 1955 in Hidalgo, Texas. Bob worked as a truck driver throughout his career, something he loved and was very passionate about. He was a...
Donna J. Long
Apr 18, 2025
Donna Jean Long, age 82, peacefully passed away under the care of Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Morning of April 18, 2025. Donna had been a resident of the Elizabeth Scott community for 3 ½ years.
Donna was born in Toledo, Ohio on September 7, 1942, to the late Judson Long and Emma Long (Leonhardt). She attended Hamilton Elementary and Woodward High...
David Lynn Prentiss
Apr 17, 2025
David Lynn Prentiss, age 81, of Delta, Ohio passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, April 17, 2025 at CHP Hospice in Defiance, Ohio. David was born May 25, 1943 in Wauseon, Ohio to Robert Lyle and Hazel Eleanor McArthur) Prentiss. After graduating from Delta High School in 1961, Dave attended The Ohio State University. Dave later enlisted in the United...
Carol Louise Miller
Apr 17, 2025
Carol Louise Miller, age 86, a beacon of faith and a tapestry of talents, left this earthly world Thursday morning, April 17, 2025, at her home in Swanton, Ohio, surrounded by the love of her family. Carol was born February 7, 1939, in Toledo, Ohio to Harvey Alford and Winifred (Munn) Ward. Carol dedicated her life to education, artistry, and...
Gerard "Gary" Anthony Hallett
Apr 15, 2025
Gerard "Gary" Anthony Hallett, age 88, a dedicated family man and respected member of the community, passed away Tuesday afternoon, April 15, 2025, at his home in Swanton, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 31, 1936 to Lawrence and Louise (Poss) Hallett, Gary was a lifelong resident of Swanton, where he made a significant impact both personally...
Raymond Edward Hunt
Apr 15, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond (Ray) Edward Hunt, 84, of Liberty Center, Ohio. Ray died at his home in the early morning hours of April 15, 2025, where he spent his final days surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Faye (Tippin) Hunt, sister Delores Robert, daughters...
Florence L. Salsberry
Apr 6, 2025
Florence L. Salsberry, age 104, of Delta, Ohio, a hardworking farmwife, devoted homemaker and nurturing figure to many, passed away peacefully in her home, Sunday morning, April 6, 2025. She was born March 18, 1921, on the same farm where she breathed her last in rural Delta, Ohio to George and Laura (Davis) Johnson.
As a devoted mother, Florence's greatest pride...
