Obituaries
Alma D. Rhodes
Mar 11, 2026
Alma D. (Pratt) Rhodes, 94, of Grover Hill, died at 7:52 AM on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Vancrest of Van Wert. She was born March 4, 1932, in Putnam County, Ohio, to Leroy "Roy" and Elsie Fern (Brown) Pratt. On November 28, 1949, she married Roger Rhodes who preceded her in death on March 23, 2008.She was a homemaker-...
Janice Bollenbacher
Mar 10, 2026
Janice Geisler Bollenbacher passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, at Divine Nursing and Rehabilitation at Shane Hill in Rockford, Ohio. Janice was born on August 5, 1937, the daughter of the late Lois (Myers) and Carroll Geisler.She was preceded in death by her sister, Linda Geisler Peters of Springfield, Missouri; her first husband, Ray Kauffman, whom she married in...
Barbara Ann Jerome
Mar 9, 2026
Barbara Ann Jerome, 94, of Ossian, Indiana, went home to be with her Lord at 12:30 am on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born April 2, 1931, in Van Wert, to Coster "Doc" and Evelyn (Davis) Hopkins. She married Graydon Jerome.She retired from North Side High School in Ft Wayne after 19 years...
Shelley Harp
Mar 6, 2026
Shelley L. Harp, 57, of Van Wert, died Friday, March 6, 2026, at Ohio Health-Van Wert. She was born September 10, 1968, in Van Wert, to William and Carolyn (Long) Harp.She was employed by Danfoss in Van Wert.Shelley loved to crochet and playing bingo.She is survived by her daughter, Micayla Harp of Van Wert; sisters, Marla (Pat) Taylor and Stacie Clay both of...
Phyllis Ann Michael
Mar 4, 2026
Phyllis Ann (Drew) Michael, 57, of Convoy, passed away peacefully at 3:08 PM on March 4, 2026 surrounded by family and friends. Phyllis was born on April 30, 1968, in Continental, OH to the late Morey Drew Sr and Patricia Ann Moran.Phyllis enjoyed being with her dog Garnet. She was an avid sports fan of the Miamai Dolphins and The Ohio...
Sandra Kay Gallaway
Mar 1, 2026
Sandra K. Terry Gallaway passed away peacefully at her residence on March 1, 2026. Sandra was born on February 13, 1945, in Van Wert, Ohio, to W. Dale and Joan L. (Burgo) Terry, both of whom predeceased her. On December 30, 1966, she was united in marriage with Jerry L. Gallaway, who survives. Sandra is also survived by her son,...
Kevin Wayne Tarlton
Feb 28, 2026
Kevin Wayne Tarlton, 68, of Scott, Ohio, passed away February 28, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, grit, humor and a life he lived exactly the way he chose.
Kevin worked in Defiance at International Truck Sales and Service, as a diesel mechanic. He proudly called the village of Scott, Ohio home for nearly his entire life. Kevin showed...
Taylor Shae Baker
Feb 27, 2026
Taylor Shae Baker, 34, of Van Wert, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born August 26, 1991, in Van Wert, to Steven Baker and Teresa Wood.
He currently worked at Prestress Service Industries in Decatur, Indiana.
Shae enjoyed gaming, working on cars, and most importantly spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived...
Roderick Lee Hoffman
Feb 24, 2026
Roderick "Rod" Lee Hoffman, age 77, of Daleville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, February 24, 2026. He was born to Delbert Milton and Audrey (Dull) Hoffman, on November 8, 1948, in Van Wert County, and dedicated his career to the field of engineering, retiring after 35 years at Delco Remy. On May 4, 1973, he married the former Irma...
Gloria Jean Vann
Feb 23, 2026
Gloria Jean Vann, 87, formerly of Rockford, Ohio passed away Monday morning, February 23, 2026, at Western Reserve Masonic Community in Medina, Ohio. She was born December 5, 1938 in Rockford, Ohio and she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Dorothy (Dawson) Emerson.Gloria was a graduate of Rockford High School. On June 8, 1962 she married Fred B....
Ronald Eugene Robeson
Feb 22, 2026
Ron passed away February 22, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loved ones and faithful dog Frankie. Ron was born October 8, 1939, in Van Wert, Ohio to Mary (Shingledecker) and Franklin (Bud) Robeson both preceded him in death.
On May 2, 1964, Ron married the love of his life, Sarah Jane Whitaker, who passed away on September 9, 2012.
Ron...
Richard G. Hubble
Feb 15, 2026
Richard G. Hubble, 79, of Van Wert, died at 4:30am on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Vancrest of Van Wert. He was born January 8, 1943, in Jamestown, Indiana, to George Edwin and Leota (Wethington) Hubble. He married the former Monica Lynn Burnett.Rich graduated from Lima Shawnee High School was in 1966 and was a veteran of the United States...
Barbara A. Allen
Feb 11, 2026
Barbara Anne Allen, 92, of Convoy, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Vancrest of Van Wert.Barbara was born on February 24, 1933, in Convoy, at her family home to William F. and Rhea (Kreischer) Clay. On June 14, 1953, she married Richard F. Allen, who preceded her in death on December 17, 2010.
She is survived...
Jerald Ray Bolenbaugh
Feb 9, 2026
Jerald R. "Jerry" Bolenbaugh, 88 of Rockford, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on February 9, 2026 at his home. He was born August 7, 1937 in Van Wert, Ohio and was the son of the late Andrew D. Bolenbaugh and Mildred (Zizelman) Exline.Jerry was raised by his grandparents, William "Bill" and Flo Zizelman until age 12. He first attended Rockford High School,...
Glenda K. Schaadt
Feb 8, 2026
Glenda K. Schaadt of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, at Van Wert County Hospital. She was born May 16th, 1954, to the late Glenn and Dorothy Etzler, and was also preceded in love and guidance by her stepfathers, Sylvester Grote and Ervin Klausing.
Glenda leaves behind a legacy defined by love, kindness, and quiet strength....
John F. Plotts
Feb 6, 2026
John F. Plotts, 49, of Convoy, died Friday Night, February 6, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Ft Wayne. He was born on November 22, 1976, in Lima, to Dana Plotts and Sharon (Markley) Wannemacher.
John loved being an over-the-road truck driver. He was currently driving for Decker Trucking.
He was an avid fan of the Detroit Lions and Tigers and enjoyed reading...
Glendene VanLandingham
Feb 4, 2026
Glendene VanLandingham, 102, of Convoy, died on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Van Wert Manor.
She was born in 1923, in Paulding County to the late Fred and Phoebe (Mohr) VanLandingham. Glendene was reared by her uncle and aunt, the late Alfred and Opal (Spicer) Mohr.
Surviving are several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her infant sister, Lois Maxine VanLandingham; one brother,...
Betty Jean Vogt
Feb 3, 2026
Betty Jean Vogt, born on March 6, 1921, in Van Wert, Ohio, to Marshall and Genevra (Albright) Young, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, at the age of 104. A lifelong resident of Van Wert, Betty was known for her kindness and generosity, always placing the needs of others before her own.Betty had a profound love for the birds that...
Sheila Rae Gunter
Feb 1, 2026
Sheila Rae Gunter, 80, of Delphos, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Vancrest of Van Wert. She was born on October 26, 1945, in Lima, Ohio, to Peter J. and Naomi (Hummer) Fuerst. She married David D. Gunter. A devoted homemaker, Sheila dedicated her life to nurturing her family, raising her sons, Jeff, Daniel, and David, as well...
Ralph R. DuCheney
Jan 29, 2026
Ralph R. DuCheney, 82, of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, at Van Wert Manor. He was born on April 16, 1943, in Van Wert, Ohio, to Kenneth and Ruth (Rogers) DuCheney, who raised him on the family dairy farm where he learned the values of hard work and dedication.
Ralph proudly served six years in the...
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