Obituaries
Thomas A. Shelley, Jr.
Sep 13, 2024
Thomas A. Shelley, Jr., 77, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 13, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and family, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
Tom was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years Joyce Shelley; his brother, Timothy (Ella) Shelley; his...
Duane E. Deleon
Sep 10, 2024
Duane E. Deleon, age 63, of Swanton, Ohio, a cherished family man and dedicated employee, passed away Tuesday morning, September 10, 2024, at Flower Hospital in Sylvania. He was born on June 7, 1961, in Uvalde, Texas to Jose and Alicia (Diaz) Deleon. For the last 45 years, starting from the age of 18, Duane dedicated himself to Schmidt Brothers...
John Anthony “Tony” Schofield
Sep 9, 2024
John Anthony "Tony" Schofield, age 55, passed away Monday afternoon, September 9, 2024. He was born July 28, 1969, in Hartford, Connecticut to Roland and Paulette (Westrup) Nghiri. John was a 1987 graduate of Waite High School in Toledo, Ohio. On May 17, 1992, he married the love of his life, Paula K. Sams.
Tony worked as a Die Setter for...
Nancy Gail Faber
Sep 9, 2024
Nancy Gail Faber, age 67, of Swanton, Ohio, was born on July 8, 1957, in Toledo, Ohio, to Galen James and Mary Ellen (Robertson) Faber. She left this world Monday evening, September 9, 2024, at the University of Toledo Medical Center. Nancy will be remembered for her unwavering spirit, deep affection for animals, and commitment to her church community.
Throughout her...
David Aloysius Snyder
Sep 9, 2024
David Aloysius Snyder, age 80, was born July 4, 1944, in Delta, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home in Metamora, Ohio, Monday morning, September 9, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family at the time of his passing.
David graduated from Fulton High School, and attended the University of Findlay, prior to enlisting in the United States Army. On...
Rebecca Sue (Kreuz) Reilly
Sep 6, 2024
Becky Reilly, 68, passed away Friday evening, September 6, 2024. She and her husband had been living in Westerville, Ohio for the past nine years. They had previously lived in the Philadelphia area, where Becky worked as a reference librarian at Saint Joseph’s University and then as a librarian at the Upper Darby Sellers Memorial Free Library. She loved her...
Yvonne Rita Murphy
Sep 4, 2024
Yvonne Rita Murphy (aka Sam), age 81, of Defiance, Ohio, whose vibrant life spanned from September 1, 1943, until her passing Wednesday evening, September 4, 2024, has left a mark on all who knew her. Born in the bustling city of Chicago, Illinois, Yvonne attended Lakeview High School, Class of 1961. Yvonne blossomed into a remarkable woman, contributing her talents...
Andrew T. Stevens
Sep 3, 2024
Andrew T. Stevens, age 46 of Delta, Ohio, a talented self-employed carpenter, was born on August 10, 1978, in Toledo, Ohio, to Robert and Denise (Kennedy) Stevens. He passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center.
Andrew was a 1996 graduate of Penta Vocational School. His career as a carpenter showcased his skill and artistry, earning him...
Lynne Annette Dollison
Sep 2, 2024
Lynne Annette Dollison, age 69, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home Monday evening, September 2, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 25, 1955, in Toledo, Ohio, Lynne was the cherished daughter of Warren S. and Maxine R. (King) Burgin. She graduated from Swanton High School in 1973, marking the beginning of a vibrant life...
Kenneth Lyn "Chicken" Calhoun
Aug 29, 2024
Kenneth Lyn Calhoun, of Delta, Ohio, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024 at UTMC, after a long fight trying to recover from his accident earlier this year. He was 62 years young, born December 8, 1961. His family and friends are deeply saddened by his death.
Ken was born in Memphis, TN. He later went to Marion High School where he...
Elpidio Jose Duran
Aug 29, 2024
Elpidio Jose Duran, known lovingly as Joseph, was born August 6, 1935, in Crystal City, Texas, passed away peacefully in his home in Maumee, Ohio, on Thursday morning, August 29, 2024. A devoted husband, father, and friend, Joseph lived a life marked by hard work, pride in his heritage, and a love for family.
Joseph's journey began on the basketball courts...
Robert L. "Red" Langenderfer
Aug 29, 2024
Robert L. "Red" Langenderfer, age 86 of Swanton, Ohio; formerly of Delta, Ohio; peacefully passed away in his home Thursday morning, August 29, 2024. He was a devoted family man and a cherished member of his community. Red was born December 13, 1937 in Toledo, Ohio to Robert Leo and Evelyn (Dickerson) Langenderfer. On December 16, 1972, he married Evelyn Osterhout....
Buster Bill Neeley
Aug 27, 2024
Buster Bill Neeley, age 79, of Grand Rapids, Ohio, passed away Tuesday morning, August 27, 2024 at Grand Rapids Care Center. He was born October 1, 1944 in Munith, Michigan to John and Effie Mae (Howard) Neeley. Buster was a 1962 graduate of Stockbridge High School in Stockbridge, Michigan. On July 18, 1965, he married the love of his life,...
Adelbert P. Hill
Aug 24, 2024
Adelbert P. Hill, age 89, of Swanton, Ohio, was peacefully called by our Lord Jesus Christ to be reunited with his soul-mate Shirley, Saturday morning, August 24, 2024.
Adelbert was born March 2, 1935 in Addison, Michigan to Claude, Sr. and Lueida (Cole) Hill. Adelbert attended Swanton Schools and received a varsity letter and certificate in 1951 for football. Adelbert retired...
Michael Dean Loeffler
Aug 24, 2024
Michael Dean Loeffler, also known as “Bear”, age 60, of Swanton, Ohio, entered into eternal rest, Saturday morning, August 24, 2024. He was born September 3, 1963, in Toledo, Ohio to Edmond “Ed” and Rose Ann (Dowling) Loeffler. He was a 1981 graduate of Evergreen High School.
Mike was a lifelong farmer and member of Holy Trinity Catholic Parish in Assumption....
Phillip Elden Arps
Aug 23, 2024
Phillip Elden Arps, 83, of Delta, Ohio, was born December 22, 1940 in Defiance, Ohio, to Elden and Lorena (Kruse) Arps. He passed on August 23, 2024. Phil was a lifelong Farmer. His father’s family ran the Arps Dairy in Defiance, and then Elden and Lorena moved their family to Delta in the early 1950s to start their own farm....
Alice L. Whaley
Aug 6, 2024
Alice L. Whaley, age 77, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home, Tuesday morning, August 6th, 2024. Alice was born January 18, 1947 in Toledo, Ohio to Margarite and William Kelley. Alice married John B. “Jay” Whaley, II on June 6, 1964. He preceded her in death on February 10, 2023.
Alice worked in various retirement and recovery homes throughout...
Erma "Dee" Diana Reyes
Aug 2, 2024
Erma Diana Reyes, Dee to those who knew her, went home to be with the Lord and her mother at a young age of 63. She had been in poor health for an extended period of time.
Dee was born July 20, 1961 in Charleston, West Virginia to Elizabeth Laura Sanson (nee Comer). She loved her family and her best friends,...
Annette Ruth Wilson
Jul 28, 2024
Annette Ruth Wilson, age 85 of Toledo, Ohio, passed away Sunday morning, July 28, 2024 at The Toledo Hospital. Annette was born December 23, 1938 in Richmond, Virginia to Ralph L. and Ruth (Rodgers) Roop. Annette was a 1958 graduate of Rogers High School and married Jimmie Smith.
Annette worked as a sales clerk for Arlens Department Store in Toledo, and...
Nile Bloom
Jul 23, 2024
Nile Bloom, age 53, left this hectic world to rest in eternal peace on Tuesday afternoon July 23, 2024. He was born to Nile Bloom and Deborah (Houtz) Bloom April 29, 1971 in Lansing, Michigan. Nile graduated from Granada Hills High School and then later from UCSD in San Diego with a Bachelor’s Degree.
He held several sales positions in the...
