Obituaries
Paul L. Kreuz
Dec 23, 2024
Paul Kreuz, 91, passed away peacefully at his Elm Street home in Swanton on December 23. He was the elder of two sons of Lawrence and Leona (Meiring) Kreuz. He grew up on his family’s farm in Harding Township and attended the Immaculate Conception School and Swanton High School, graduating in 1951. He worked at Brick’s Greenhouse and in construction...
Joycemarie Brick
Dec 20, 2024
Joycemarie Brick, age 85, of Swanton, Ohio, was born May 10, 1939 in Toledo, Ohio to Cyril and Helen (Fauble) Brick. She entered into eternal life Friday morning, December 20, 2024, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo. She leaves behind a legacy as a devoted farmer and bedding plant grower at the family business, C.J. Brick Greenhouse, where her...
Verda R. Wheating
Dec 19, 2024
Verda R. Wheating, age 86, of Swanton, Ohio, a cherished member of her family and community, departed this life Thursday afternoon, December 19, 2024, at the University of Toledo Medical Center. Born on July 26, 1938, in Toledo, Ohio, Verda lived a life rich in love, dedication, and service, leaving behind a legacy that will be fondly remembered by those...
Marvin Keith Ritenour
Dec 19, 2024
Marvin Keith Ritenour, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep Thursday morning, December 19, 2024, at the age of 98. Born on April 19th, 1926, in Whitehouse, Ohio, Keith lived a full and meaningful life that touched the hearts of many.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, Keith served during World War...
Dennis Michael Walsh
Dec 19, 2024
Dennis Michael Walsh, age 74, of Swanton, Ohio, was born December 2, 1950, in Toledo, Ohio to Richard and Mary (Wimmer) Walsh. He entered into eternal life, Thursday morning, December 19, 2024, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center.
After high school, Dennis served in the Peace Corps and then spent 26 years as a director of group homes, making a profound...
Lois D. Ball
Dec 19, 2024
Lois D. Ball, age 92, of Toledo, Ohio; formerly of Swanton, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024. Mrs. Ball was born on December 7, 1932, in Staten Island, New York, to Leonard Nielsen and Dagny Hermansen Nielsen.
Lois graduated from Nyack College. She was a member of Swanton Alliance Church for more than 60 years. She was involved in children’s ministry...
Charles E. Agsten
Dec 18, 2024
Charles E. Agsten, age 69, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away in his home of natural causes, Wednesday, December 18, 2024.
Services are pending at this time.
Robert Wayne Navarre
Dec 14, 2024
Robert Wayne Navarre, age 75, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his home, Saturday, December 14, 2024. He was born March 1, 1949 in Toledo, Ohio to Joseph D. and Eleanor H. (Butler) Navarre. Bob was a 1968 graduate of Swanton High School. On October 11, 1969 he married the love of his life, Virginia "Ginny"...
Ronald Jay "RJ" Rosene
Dec 13, 2024
Ronald Jay “RJ” Rosene, age 85, of Swanton, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024 at Mercy Health – St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo. Ronald was a 20 year U.S. Navy Veteran having served during the Vietnam War, he retired in 1977. After his service he worked as a foreman for the former Textileather Company in Toledo for 24...
Robert Lee Silveous
Dec 10, 2024
Robert L. Silveous, age 78, passed away Tuesday afternoon, December 10, 2024, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Sylvania. He was born August 17, 1946, in Rural Carey, Ohio, to Raymond and Minnie (Taft) Silveous, and lived a life filled with adventure and service to his country and community. Bob married Marcia Kreuz on September 13, 1969, and she preceded...
Donna Whitcomb Helminiak
Dec 9, 2024
Donna (Whitcomb) Helminiak, age 95, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home, Monday morning, December 9, 2024. She was born November 20, 1929 in Wauseon, Ohio to Herbert and Hazel (Smith) Whitcomb.
Donna enjoyed cooking and was well known for her baking skills, especially her pies. She loved her many Chihuahua's. Donna also spent many winters in Florida with her...
William L. Birr
Dec 7, 2024
William L. Birr (Bill), 62, Swanton, Ohio, has gone home to be with the Lord, succumbing to the symptoms of a rare disease called MSA on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Bill was born on August 7th, 1962 to William and Kathleen Birr. He grew up in Maumee, Ohio and was a graduate of Maumee High School and Owens Community College....
Susanne M. Dzyak
Dec 6, 2024
Susanne M. Dzyak, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, entered into eternal life, Friday morning, December 6, 2024, under the care of Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. Sue was born September 6, 1941, in Brookville, Pennsylvania. She lived a life dedicated to family and nursing, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege to know...
Cheyanne Marie Piasecki
Dec 4, 2024
Cheyanne Marie Piasecki, age 27, of Toledo, Ohio, born September 8th, 1997, passed unexpectedly at home with her unborn son Kameron Leon Wayne Schmidlin, Wednesday morning, December 4th 2024. Cheyanne is survived by her fiancé Eric Schmidlin, her sons Jayce DuQuette and Konnor Schmidlin, her daughter Skyler Schmidlin, her mother Jennifer Piasecki, father Bret Piasecki, brother Dylan Cole, brother Ethan...
James Richard Pant
Dec 3, 2024
James Richard Pant, age 50 of Holly, Michigan, passed away suddenly of a massive heart attack, Tuesday morning, December 3, 2024, at McLaren Hospital - Oakland in Pontiac, Michigan. He was a beloved son, father, and a cherished friend, leaving a profound impact on all who knew him.
James was born December 15, 1973 in Toledo, Ohio to James Robert, Jr....
David L. Roe
Dec 1, 2024
David L. Roe, age 54, of Delta, Ohio, a devoted husband and father, passed away unexpectedly Sunday evening December 1, 2024. David was born on August 31, 1970, Morenci, Michigan to David Roe and Bonnie (Rinehart) Miller.
For nearly 20 years, Dave worked at Haas Door Company in Wauseon. His reputation as a jack of all trades was well-earned; he possessed...
Walter J. Hallett, II
Nov 29, 2024
Walter J. Hallett II, a lifelong resident of Swanton, Ohio, passed away Friday morning, November 29, 2024, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 28, 1944 to Walter James and Virginia Harriet (Leow) Hallett, Walter dedicated his life to his family, faith and profession. He proudly served in the Army in...
Herbert A. Gurwell
Nov 28, 2024
Herbert A. Gurwell, age 88, of Delta, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at the Fairlawn Haven Nursing Home in Archbold. Prior to his retirement he had worked as an Ohio State Patrolman out of the Swanton Turnpike Post for 27 years, then with the Fulton County Sheriff's Office for 20 years.
Herbert was born in Bryan, Ohio on July...
Opal Mae Davis
Nov 25, 2024
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that the family of Opal Mae Davis announce her passing on November 25, 2024.
She was born on the family farm in Delta, Ohio to Lyle and Hazel (McQuillin) Green. She graduated from Delta High School and took a position as a case worker in Wauseon, Ohio. She held this position for...
Mary F. Barker
Nov 25, 2024
Mary F. Barker, age 67, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home with her daughter, Candy at her bedside, Monday morning, November 25, 2024. Mary was born on December 28, 1956, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Richard and Frances (Marble) Boileau. Mary was a dedicated home health aide, known for the compassionate care she provided to those...
