Obituaries
Daniel D. Myers
Jul 2, 2026
Daniel D. Myers, born on June 15, 1969, in Decatur, Indiana, passed away on July 2, 2026, at home, at the age of 57.Dan dedicated his professional life to the medical field, serving as the Lab Director at New Vision Medical Laboratories in Lima, Ohio. Known for his strong work ethic and exceptional leadership abilities, he inspired many throughout his...
Debra L. Klinger
Jun 29, 2026
Debra L. Klinger, 69, of Van Wert, died at 5:54 pm on Monday, June 29, 2026, at Mercy St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima, Ohio, surrounded by her family.
She was born October 29, 1956, in Van Wert, to David and Dollie (Gipe) Klinger.
Deb retired from Teleflex, in Van Wert, after 25 years of service.
She was a member of St. Mary of...
Donnalee Jane Goodwin
Jun 27, 2026
Donnalee Jane Goodwin, 89, of Van Wert, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Homestead at Towne Center. She was born July 27, 1936, in Van Wert, to her late parents, Charles Parsons and Susie (Allen) Courtney.
As a child, Donnalee attended The Marsh Foundation and later built a long and meaningful career there, retiring after 38 years of dedicated...
Linda A. Fox
Jun 23, 2026
When Heaven's choir had an immediate opening, God called Linda Ann Fox, a former resident of Van Wert, to join. Waiting for her in the audience were those who had gone before: the love of her life, Donald Wayne Fox; her parents, Mabel and Frank Burton, brothers Buddy and Bob Burton, sisters Nina Lee Eviston and Marylou Frazier, daughter Kelly...
Ernest L. "Joe" Sinning
Jun 22, 2026
Ernest L. "Joe" Sinning, 88, of Van Wert, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Vancrest of Van Wert, surrounded by the love and memories of a life well lived. Joe was born January 10, 1938, in Mountain Grove, MO, the son of Gustave W. and Della C. (Mccaskey) Sinning, who both preceded him in death.
On January 30, 1966,...
Herbert Elmer Baker
Jun 18, 2026
Herbert Elmer Baker went home to be with the Lord June 18, 2026. He spent his last months pleasantly at Palmetto Patriots Veterans Home in Gaffney, South Carolina, among fellow veterans and caring staff, loved by all and appreciated for his easy-going friendly manner. He was born September 8, 1927, in Lincoln Park, Michigan, but soon returned with his parents...
Ruth A. Girod
Jun 18, 2026
Ruth Alice Girod, follower of Christ, has been awaiting the journey to her eternal home in heaven, and she was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Thursday morning, June 18, 2026. Ruth's family is rejoicing that she is no longer in pain and has been reunited with loved ones who have gone before her, especially her husband David C....
Gregory M. Ilderton
Jun 18, 2026
Gregory M. Ilderton, 85, passed away Thursday morning, June 18, 2026, at Divine Shane Hill, Rockford, Ohio.
He was born on October 23, 1940, the son of William Alvin and Kathleen (Moody) Ilderton in Oakley (Cincinnati), Ohio. After graduating from Batesville, Indiana high school in 1958, he served in the Air Force as parachute rigger in Germany, then air traffic control specialist...
Gregory A. Williamson
Jun 15, 2026
Gregory A. Williamson, 75, of Van Wert, passed away at 11:55 pm on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Van Wert Manor.
He was born on July 23, 1950, in Van Wert, to Vaughn and Cecile (Hartzog) Williamson.
Greg retired from Greif in Van Wert after many years of service.
He enjoyed fishing with his boys and was a fan of the New York...
Sheila V. Fox
Jun 8, 2026
Sheila V. Fox, 88, of Van Wert, died Monday, June 8, 2026, at Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born April 16, 1938, in Van Wert. She was married to Lynn Merle Fox for 50 years.
She is survived by a daughter, Deanna Riggenbach; sons, Jim (Tami) Fox and Lynn M. Fox, Jr; a brother, David (Judy) Malinowski; grandchildren, Nicholas Riggenbach, Callie...
Kent Joseph Myers
Jun 7, 2026
Kent Joseph "Smokey" Myers, 70, of Convoy, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at Vancrest of Delphos.
Born on September 30, 1955, in Decatur, Indiana, Kent was the son of Cleva Jane (Weaver) Myers and Joseph "Toby" Myers. A graduate of Crestview High School, he retired from CCT after many years of dedicated work. He was also a proud member of the Convoy Fox...
Don Thomas Carter
Jun 3, 2026
Don T. Carter, 84, of Van Wert, Ohio died June 3, 2026 at his home. He was born September 14, 1941 in New Boston, Ohio and he was the son of the late Don and Maxine (Pickens) Carter. On May 27, 1967 Don married the former Linda "Ann" Evans, who preceded him in death on January 11, 2017.Don moved to...
Brenda Schewe
Jun 2, 2026
Brenda Kay Schewe, age 67, of Grover Hill, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Columbus, IN, Brenda was the daughter of Richard Smith and Mary Margaret (Miller) Smith, both of whom preceded her in death.
She is survived by her children: Paul (Stacia Stripe) Palmeter, Wendy Youmans, and Ronnie Pruitt; seven grandchildren;...
Matthew Lewis Edwards
Jun 1, 2026
Matthew Lewis Edwards, 65, passed away on June 1, 2026, at Lima Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Matt was born on July 15, 1960, in Van Wert, Ohio, to Franklin B. Edwards and Marilyn Dee (Lewis) Edwards. He graduated from Vantage Career Center through Lincolnview High School in 1978 and spent many years as a dedicated truck driver. He...
Thomas Joe Nuttle
May 28, 2026
Thomas Joe "Joe" Nuttle, 72, of Van Wert, formerly of Mendon, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 26, 1953, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, to the late Robert Milton and Doris E. (Nevergall) Nuttle.
A 1972 graduate of Mendon Union High School, Joe was a man of many...
Kenneth E. Hill
May 28, 2026
Kenneth E. Hill, 81, passed away on May 28, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 8, 1945, in Lancaster, Ohio, and was raised by Curtis and Mary (Speakman) Hill.
On August 7, 1977, he married the love of his life, Carolyn Gipe, with whom he shared many years of happiness. Kenneth...
Nancy Ann Silette
May 23, 2026
Nancy Ann ( Hilderbrand) Silette, 88 , passed away on Saturday May 23rd, 2026 at Van Crest Long Term Care, in Van Wert, OH.
Nancy was born in Star City, West Virginia on July 14th , 1937 to the late Earl and Alice Hilderbrand. After the passing of her mother, Nancy's dad married Maxine, with whom they had several children.
Nancy married...
Lois M Allen
May 22, 2026
Lois M. Allen, 87, of Dayton, Ohio, formerly of Van Wert, passed away on May 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on March 7, 1939, in Athens, Ohio, Lois was the daughter of M. Faye (Brandenburg) Saylor and George M. McDonald.
Lois retired from the City of Van Wert after many years of dedicated service in the Water...
Deborah Leiter
May 19, 2026
Deborah Joanne (Jewell) Leiter, affectionately known as Deb, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born on January 24, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Carol (Wolfcale) and Ernest Jewell. Deb married the love of her life, Jerry B. Leiter, on April 8, 1978, and together they shared 48 years of unwavering devotion,...
Shirley Ann Short
May 18, 2026
Shirley Ann Short, 88, of Van Wert, died at 2:40pm on Monday, May 18, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.She was born March 30, 1938, in Dayton, Ohio, to Herbert and Lonie (McGuire) Wilson. She married Ralph L. Short.Shirley was a receptionist at R.T.A. in Dayton for many years.She was a member of Wesley Church in Van...
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