Obituaries
Linda Warthman
Aug 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda "Lou" Warthman, who left us peacefully on August 5, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on April 4, 1948, in Van Wert, Linda was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
Linda was a proud mother who brought two families together through her marriage to Mike "Barney" Warthman...
Tracey Rodman
Aug 4, 2025
Tracey Alan Rodman, a beloved husband, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2025 at Van Wert Hospital, at the age of 57. He was born on December 19, 1967, in Paulding, OH, to the late Harry David and Deanna Kay (Lehman) Rodman. He made his home in Van Wert, where he embraced life with a passion that left...
James Sperry
Aug 3, 2025
James F. "Jim" Sperry, 83, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Van Wert, the area where he was born and spent his life. Born on May 6, 1942, in Van Wert, Jim was the son of Velma and Ralph Sperry.
He served his country honorably in the United States Army from 1960 to 1963. Following his military service, Jim dedicated...
Nancy Dias
Aug 3, 2025
Nancy Dias, 78, of Delphos, formerly of Middle Point, passed away on August 3, 2025, Vancrest of Delphos.
Nancy Dias was born on January 9, 1947, in Van Wert, to her late parents, Richard and Joan (Tobias) Anderson.
Nancy is survived by her sons: Grant Dias of Van Wert and Grady Dias of MI; sister, Deborah (Bill) Larimore of Lima; grandsons: Kyle,...
Larry Kiracofe
Aug 3, 2025
Larry W. Kiracofe "Smoke", a beloved father and a proud Vietnam veteran, passed away on August 3, 2025, just days shy of his 79th birthday. Born on August 9, 1946, in Van Wert, to the late Harland and Margaret (Bollenbaugh) Kiracofe, Larry spent his life embracing the values of hard work, friendship, and fun.After serving in the Army, Larry carried the...
Kimala Strickler
Jul 28, 2025
Kimala Ann Strickler, age 70, of Middle Point, passed away at home on July 28, 2025, following a brief illness. She was born on August 18, 1954, in Van Wert to the late Glenn and Joann Neer.
A 1972 graduate of Lincolnview High School, Kim dedicated her life to her family and to the Middle Point community. She was a faithful member of...
F. Donald Hangartner
Jul 28, 2025
Don Hangartner, 90, of Van Wert, died at 10:25am on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Vancrest of Van Wert. He was born on October 12, 1934, in Waukegan, Illinois, to Edwin and Ilma (Schultze) Hangartner. He married the former Sally King in 1957.
Don was the retired owner and President of HBW Insurance in Van Wert.
He was a member of First...
Carol Pollnow
Jul 23, 2025
Carol Jean Youtsey Pollnow, aged 77, of Convoy, Ohio, passed away on July 23, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana, after a brief battle with cancer. Born on March 26, 1948, to the late Clyde E and Edna Youtsey, Carol cherished her life and made a lasting impact on those who were fortunate enough to know...
Richard McCague
Jul 21, 2025
Richard McCague, 73, of Van Wert, passed away July 21, 2025, at Vancrest of Van Wert.
A celebration of life will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Oakwood Community Fellowship Hall in Oakwood, Ohio.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.alspachgearhart.com.
Clement Talboom
Jul 21, 2025
Clement Edward "Ed" Talboom, 88, of Delphos passed away Monday, July 21, 2025, at his residence. He was born November 29, 1936, in Delphos, to Leon and Bessie (Fare) Talboom. Ed married the former Sandra Ellen Makuh.
He was a retired carpenter from Tuttle Construction in Lima.
Ed was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church and the Eagles, both in Delphos....
Rosemary Rockwood
Jul 14, 2025
Rosemary Rockwood of Grover Hill, left us peacefully on July 14, 2025, at the age of 74. She was born on May 2, 1951, in Fall River, MA, to the late Thomas and Florence (Saulino) Spear.
Rosemary was not just an incredible nurse with a compassionate heart, but also a vibrant soul who filled her life with music, concerts, and the...
Carol Pierstorff
Jul 10, 2025
Carol Rose Pierstorff, age 83, of Celina, Ohio-lovingly known as Rose-passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 10, 2025. A devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Rose brought joy and laughter to everyone who knew her.
Born on February 4, 1942, in Willshire, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Mable (Manley) Miller. Rose graduated from Willshire High...
Richard McCullough
Jul 10, 2025
Richard Lee McCullough, 86, of Rockford passed away on July 10, 2025. He was born March 22, 1939. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home and Crematory. www.alspachgearhart.com
Elizabeth Mae Evans
Jul 9, 2025
Elizabeth Mae "Betty" (Pollock) Evans, 93, of Van Wert, passed away at 11:35 am on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Hearth & Home of Van Wert following a long journey with dementia. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Elizabeth was born on August 8, 1931, in Middle Point, Ohio, the daughter of J. Kenneth and Thelma H. Pollock. On...
Bruce Ganger
Jul 7, 2025
Bruce E. Ganger, 58, of Rockford died Monday evening, July 7, 2025 at Wayne Healthcare in Greenville. He was born May 14, 1967 in Sidney, Ohio and was the son of the late Homer (Charlene) Ganger, and Carol Huber (Clifford) Longsworth.
He was married to Robin Marie Ganger, who preceded him in death on June 29, 2025.
Bruce worked for Maharg's Trash...
Evelyn Stetler
Jul 6, 2025
Evelyn Joan Stetler, 91, of Rockford, Ohio passed away peacefully Sunday morning, July 6, 2025 at The Gardens of Celina, surrounded by her family. She was born June 5, 1934 in Celina, Ohio and was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Mabel (Now) Koontz.
On September 8, 1964 she married Dicky Dean Stetler, who preceded her in death on October...
John Hoersten
Jun 30, 2025
John J. Hoersten, 90, of Rockford passed away Monday, June 30, 2025 at Ohio Health Van Wert. He was born May 14, 1935 in Ottoville, Ohio and was the son of the late Louis and Catherine (Fischbach) Hoersten.
John served in the Army from 1954 until 1956. After discharge from the military, he worked at Mercer Landmark, at the grain elevator...
Larry Coplin
Jun 30, 2025
Larry Earl Coplin peacefully passed away on June 30, 2025, at the age of 85. He spent his life's journey in Con voy, Ohio. He was born on May 26, 1940, in Payne, Ohio, to the late George Earl Coplin and Ethel E. (Ringle) Wrocklage. On November 5, 1961 he married his first wife of 62 years Nancy (Waymire) Coplin. He...
Walter Goudy
Jun 27, 2025
Walter Eugene Goudy, a proud veteran, devoted husband, and beloved family man, passed away peacefully in the early morning on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the age of 93.
Walter was born on July 14, 1931, in Lima, Ohio to his late parents, George Dewey and Wilhelmina Grace Sophia (Walda) Goudy. He was raised in Columbia City, Indiana, later moving to...
Raymond Martyne
Jun 24, 2025
Raymond Matthew "Matt" Martyne, 61, of Convoy, died Tuesday evening, June 24, 2025, at Van Wert Manor Nursing Home. He was born December 30, 1963, in Dayton, Ohio, to Jean Martyne. He married the former Bonnie J. Myers.
Matt graduated from Jay County High School in 1982. He then enlisted and proudly served his country in the United States Army...
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