Obituaries
Thomas Deroy Ransbottom
Oct 4, 2026
Thomas Deroy RansbottomSeptember 28, 1940 - October 4, 2026
Thomas Deroy Ransbottom, 86, of Rockford, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Tranquility of Rockford on October 4, 2026.
Tom was born September 28, 1940, in Celina, Ohio, to the late Olen C. and Mildred O. (Fast) Ransbottom. He was a lifelong educator and a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
Tom graduated from Wilmington College...
Marcile J. Pennell
Oct 3, 2026
Marcile J. Pennell, 94, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, resilience, and quiet compassion. Born on January 11, 1932, in Ohio City, Ohio, Marcile was the cherished daughter of Lawrence Conrad and Edith Rebecca (McClure) Kreischer.
On February 10, 1950, she married the love of her life, John "Jack" D. Pennell, and together they...
Michael Dean Henkle
Oct 2, 2026
Michael Dean "Mike" Henkle, 75, of Rockford, Ohio passed away early Friday morning, October 2, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born September 10, 1951 and he was the son of the late Thorsen and Helen (Burris) Henkle.On July 28, 1990 Mike married the former Linda Oecsle who survives.Mike worked as an autobody technician for many...
Gayle L. Sterling
Sep 29, 2026
Gayle L. Sterling, 80, of Middle Point, Ohio, passed on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at the Van Wert Manor. She was born on October 12, 1945, in Van Wert, Ohio, to Robert Richard and Mildred Ilene (Davis) Boyd. Gayle married David Gordon Sterling.A dedicated professional, Gayle enjoyed a rewarding career as a Pharmacy Technician with Revco and CVS, where she...
Jeremy D. Buechner
Sep 28, 2026
Jeremy David Buechner "JB", 55, of Van Wert, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, September 28, 2026.
Jeremy was born on October 21, 1970 to Patricia (Van Etten) Shafer and Jeffery (Charla) Buechner. Jeremy was a devoted husband, dad, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend.
Jeremy met the love of his life in 2004, Debra (Woodard) Buechner, and...
Doris Ann Struzik
Sep 22, 2026
Doris Ann Struzik, born on August 3, 1940, in Delphos, Ohio, passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 86. A longtime resident of Van Wert, Ohio, Doris was a longtime cook at Van Wert County Hospital.Doris was an active member of the Van Wert VFW Auxiliary. In her personal life, she found joy in crocheting, working on...
Mary Louise Permann
Sep 20, 2026
Mary L. (Doner) Dietrich Permann, 90, of Rockford, Ohio passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026 in her home of almost 70 years. She was born June 7, 1936 in Van Wert, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late George and Leah (Thatcher) Doner.Mary graduated high school from Hoagland-Jackson. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church (Hopewell...
James F. Kennedy
Sep 19, 2026
James F. Kennedy, 76, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on September 19, 2026. Born on October 6, 1949, in Van Wert, Jim lived a life filled with love, laughter, and meaningful connections, spending most of his years in Middle Point, Ohio.
Jim worked as an HR Manager at Kennedy Manufacturing, where he was well‑known and deeply...
Juanita Jean Wurster Wise
Sep 11, 2026
Juanita J. Wurster Wise entered into her new eternal life with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, September 11, 2026. Our Lord has said "Come to me all who are weary and I will give you rest." Juanita is at rest with no more pain and singing and rejoicing with Jesus in her heavenly home.
She was born in Celina, Ohio...
Lanny B. Lemmon
Sep 10, 2026
Lanny B. Lemmon, 83, entered his heavenly home on Thursday, Sept 10, 2026.
Lanny was born on November 15, 1942,in Middlepoint, Ohio, to Tulvina (Knittle) Shumaker and John B. Lemmon.
Lanny attended Lincolnview High School and graduated in 1962. He married Donna Jean Ellis in 1964.
Lanny and Donna Jean had 3 daughters Tiffany Lemmon (deceased), Kim Miller and Tenile and Earl Davis....
Glenn E. McClure
Sep 9, 2026
Glenn E. McClure, 97, of Convoy, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at Homestead at Towne Center in Van Wert. He was born July 31, 1929, in Van Wert, Ohio, to the late Roy T. and Ora E. (Mathews) McClure. On November 24, 1951, Glenn married the former Jean Albrecht, who preceded him in death on May 31, 2015.
Glenn...
Sheila Marie Collins
Sep 6, 2026
Sheila Marie Collins, 40, of Van Wert, died Sunday morning, September 6, 2026, at Parkview Hospice in Ft Wayne.
She was born June 16, 1986, in Lima, to Michael F. Collins and Jeni (Jewett) Miller. On October 18, 2014, she married Tyler J. Kreischer.
Sheila attended the Sugar Ridge Church of God in Convoy.
She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Marion Technical College...
Bonita Adileen Myers
Sep 5, 2026
Bonita Adileen Myers of Convoy went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
Bonita was born at home on Thanksgiving Day, November 30, 1933, to Wesley and Ica (Matthews) Custer. She grew up on the family farm outside of Rockford along with older sister Josephine and younger twin sister Bonnie. After graduating from Rockford High School in 1952,...
Mary C. (Moore) Turner
Sep 3, 2026
Mary C. (Moore) Turner, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, who left this world peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the age of 68. Mary was born on June 21, 1958, in Lexington, Kentucky to Richard Sr and Mary (James) Moore.Mary will be remembered fondly for her immense love for her family and friends, often expressed through her...
Janet Ruth Markey
Aug 31, 2026
Janet Ruth Markey, 98, of Celina and formerly of Coldwater, Ohio, died Monday August 31, 2026 at the Gardens of Celina. She was born July 19, 1928 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and was a daughter of the late Joseph Francis and Viola (Anderson) Markey.Janet was a 1947 graduate of Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. During her...
Janie Louise Kennedy
Aug 31, 2026
Jane Louise Kennedy, 77, of Van Wert-affectionately known as Luigi to her husband-passed away on August 31, 2026, at Homestead at Towne Center. She was born on November 13, 1948, in Van Wert, to the late Hugh Elder and M. Jean (Baltzell) Weaver.
A graduate of Van Wert High School, Jane later attended Monterey Peninsula College in California. She married Charles...
James M. Adelblue Jr
Aug 30, 2026
James M. Adelblue Jr., age 63 of Ohio City, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by those he loved most on August 30, 2026. He was born on August 3, 1963, in Van Wert, Ohio, to James and Shirley (Bohner) Adelblue. On June 7, 1986, he married Cherie Kipp, the love of his life.
Jim graduated from Ohio City-Liberty High School and...
Carolyn Sue Corle
Aug 24, 2026
Carolyn Sue (Ungericht) Corle, 95, of Van Wert, died on Monday, August 24, 2026, at Vancrest of Van Wert.She was born on June 18, 1931, in Connersville, Indiana, to Frank and Eva Ungericht who preceded her in death. On June 28, 1951, she married Jack Edward Corle who also preceded her in death.She retired from Ohio Northern University where she...
Nancy Lou Leighner
Aug 22, 2026
Nancy Lou Leighner (Hoke) of Rockford, Ohio transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on August 22nd, 2026, closing a long life marked by service, faith, and a deep love for her family and community. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy H. Leighner , with whom she shared many years of partnership, hard work, and happiness. Nancy should...
Ethel Marie Reynolds
Aug 21, 2026
Ethel Reynolds, 89, of Fort Wayne, passed away on August 21, 2026, at her daughter's residence after a brief illness.
Born on April 4, 1937, in Warren, IN, Ethel was the daughter of the late Clayton and Avis (Jaques) Sheets. She retired from Parkview Regional Medical Center after 37 years of dedicated service in housekeeping.
Ethel enjoyed watching true‑crime and murder‑mystery programs...
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