Obituaries
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...
Patricia A. Roberts
May 18, 2026
Patricia "Pat" A. (Lyons) Roberts, 82, of Van Wert, died Monday evening, May 18, 2026 at Vancrest of Van Wert.She was born January 10, 1944, in Decatur, Indiana, to Herbert D. and Edith (Pancake) Lyons.Pat attended the Jennings Road Church of Christ in Van Wert. She was a dog-lover and cherished all of her grandchildren.Pat is survived by her son, Gregory...
Curtis D. Proffitt
May 18, 2026
Curtis D. Proffitt, 87, of Van Wert, passed away at 5:19am on Monday, May 18, 2026, at his residence. He was born on September 4, 1938, in Spencerville, Ohio, to Glenn and Lela (Bowen) Proffitt. He married the former Carol Sanderson.
Curt was a salesman at Van Wert Auto Supply for 36 years. He retired from Kennedy Manufacturing, in Van Wert,...
Anna J. Bigelow
May 13, 2026
Anna Bigelow, 91, of Scott, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Vancrest of Payne following a brief illness. She was born on March 27, 1935, in Van Wert, to the late Llewellyn E. and Blanche (Harmon) Whitaker.
Anna lived a quiet, humble life rooted in simple joys. After many years of service, she retired from Huffy Bikes. She...
Larry L. Harris
May 7, 2026
Larry L. Harris, a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, entered the kingdom of heaven on May 7, 2026, at the age of 83. He was born on July 29, 1942, to Arthur Leroy "Roy" and Ireta (Miller) Harris, in Paulding, Ohio.Larry was a proud and dedicated family man and the truest example of faith, compassion, and kindness. He...
Myrna Louise Henn
May 6, 2026
Myrna L. Hensley Henn, a loving mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and companion, passed away peacefully at Van Crest Nursing Home in Van Wert, Ohio on May 6, 2026 at the age of 80. She was born December 2, 1945 in Celina, Ohio and she was the daughter of the late Carl Maurer and Ola (Linn) Maurer.Myrna was a 1963 graduate...
Gregory A. Stemen
May 4, 2026
Gregory A. "Chase" Stemen, affectionately known as Chase to his friends, a beloved uncle, cousin, and friend to many, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the age of 76.
Greg was born on December 10, 1949, in Harrison Township near Wren, Ohio, to Gaylord and Miriam (Baxter) Stemen. He spent his early years in...
Barton Donald "Poke" Bickle
Apr 26, 2026
Barton Donald "Poke" Bickle, 62, of Rockford, Ohio died Sunday April 26, 2026 at his home. He was born July 1, 1963 and was the son of Bruce Bickle of Ohio City, Ohio and the late Connie Jo (Sallee) Bickle.Poke was a graduate of Ohio City Liberty High School. He was a volunteer for the Ohio City Fire Department. He...
Michael E. Combs
Apr 25, 2026
Michael E. Combs, 64, of Van Wert, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at his residence. He was born March 13, 1962, in Bluefield, West Virginia, to the late Gordon C. and Peggy M. (Sheets) Combs.He is survived by his children, Michelle Lynn of Kansas, Joleene, Jocelyn and Jordon all of Ohio; sisters, Angie and Lynn; a brother, Allen;...
Thelma Weiss
Apr 20, 2026
Thelma Weiss, 92, of Van Wert, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026, at Van Wert Manor. She was born December 8, 1933, in Confluence, KY, to the late Kermit and Lula (Begley) Johnson. On May 29, 1954, she married Rev. Wilfred "Wil" Weiss in Florence, KY. He preceded her in death on October 7, 1987.
Thelma worked as a...
Tammy D. Barr
Apr 19, 2026
Tammy D. Barr, 64, of Van Wert, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Van Wert Hospital. She was born August 21, 1961, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to her late parents, Robert Horn Sr. and E. Pauline Mrak.
Tammy was a kind and helpful woman-someone who loved deeply, cooked wonderfully, and offered friendship freely. Her warmth, generosity, and steady presence...
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