Obituaries
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...
Verna Jean Williams
Jul 19, 2024
Verna Jean Williams, age 86, formerly of Wauseon, Ohio, passed away Friday afternoon, July 19, 2024 at Swanton Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Swanton, Ohio. She was born April 25, 1938 in Toledo, Ohio to James and Mary (Jozsa) Webb. On December 10, 1956 she married the love of her life, Bill Williams.
Verna loved listening to classic country music all...
Jane Esther McQuillin
Jul 17, 2024
Jane Esther McQuillin, age 82, formerly of Delta, Ohio, passed away Wednesday afternoon, July 17, 2024 at Glenn Park Assisted Living in Defiance, Ohio. She was born September 16, 1941 in Wauseon, Ohio to Carl and June (Shipman) Grove. June was a 1959 graduate of Swanton High School. On December 18, 1959, she married the love of her life, Dale...
Edward G. Snyder
Jul 16, 2024
Edward G. Snyder, age 73, of Metamora, Ohio, passed away at home in his sleep, Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was born May 20, 1951 in Toledo, Ohio to Joseph J. and Mareta Mary (Simpson) Snyder. Ed was a 1969 graduate of Evergreen High School, and received an Associate of Applied Science in Business from Northwest Technical College. He spent...
Donald John Fern
Jul 14, 2024
Donald John Fern, 78, of Swanton, Ohio passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024 (with Therese Fern) at The Toledo Hospital. Donald was born December 27, 1945. Donald J. Fern served as a Sergeant in the US Army and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and Combat Infantryman Badge for active combat Vietnam War. It was his great honor to be...
