Obituaries

Donna Harris

Dec 22, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donna "DJ" Preston Harris, of Grover Hill, a cherished wife, mother, sister, and friend. Donna passed away peacefully at the Defiance Inpatient Hospice on December 22, 2024, just a day after her 74th birthday. Born in Maysville, Kentucky on December 21, 1950, to the late Silas M and Wanda...

Cynthia McQueen

Dec 22, 2024

Cynthia "Cindy" McQueen gained her heavenly wings on December 22, 2024 at the age of 74. She was born in Van Wert, Ohio, where she spent her childhood surrounded by many cousins, family, and friends to whom she brought endless joy.

Cynthia was preceded in death by her loving parents, Catherine and Lawrence Roth, her brother, Larry Roth, and her devoted...

Judith Perl

Dec 20, 2024

Judith "Judy" C. Perl, 84, of Van Wert, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024 at her residence. She was born March 4, 1940, in Haviland, to the late Vernon Leona (Staulbaum) Cavinder. On July 30, 1955 she married the love of her life, Gail J. Perl, who preceded her in death. Judy was a homemaker, spending her time ensuring her...

Sue Lynn Price

Dec 19, 2024

Sue Lynn (Neiford) Price, 81, of Van Wert, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 19, 2024. She was born October 11, 1943, in Van Wert, to Homer and Mary (Johnson) Neiford. Sue married Jim Price who survives in Van Wert.

She retired from Aeroquip, in Van Wert, after 32 years of service.

Sue was a member of Trinity Global Methodist...

Gary Allen Ashbaugh

Dec 19, 2024

Gary Ashbaugh, 69, of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away early Thursday morning, December 19, 2024, at his residence. He was born on October 16, 1955, to Gayle A. and Phyllis Ann (Stripe) Ashbaugh, and was a graduate of Lincolnview High School. Gary dedicated his life to public service and community engagement, serving as a former Pleasant Township Trustee and Woodland...

Allison Hoblet

Dec 18, 2024

Allison Annette Hoblet, a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter and sister, left us unexpectedly on December 18, 2024 at the age of 45. She was born on June 15, 1979, in Van Wert, to the late Thomas Hoblet and Paula (Jones) Sinning.

A 1997 graduate of Crestview High School, Allison was known for her gentle and kind spirit. She had a knack...

Connie Wood

Dec 18, 2024

Connie M. Wood, 80, of Van Wert, passed away on December 18, 2024, at Van Wert Health after a brief illness. She was born December 26, 1943, in Bluffton, IN, to the late Emmanuel M and Helen M. (Davis) McHugh.

A 1961 graduate of Van Wert High School, Connie went on to work for many years at Teleflex until its closing....

Gregory Schaffner

Dec 18, 2024

Gregory B. Schaffner, 59, of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away peacefully on early Wednesday morning, December 18, 2024, at Ohio Health-Van Wert. Born on November 27, 1965, in Van Wert, he was the beloved son of Milo and Beverly "Jo" (Fowler) Schaffner and the cherished husband of Cheryl (Crider) Schaffner.

Greg dedicated over 20 years of his life to Wayne Trace...

Paul W. Miller

Dec 16, 2024

Rev. Paul W. Miller, 100, of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away peacefully at 11:12 am on Monday, December 16, 2024, at Vancrest of Van Wert. Born on August 3, 1924, in Wetzel, Ohio, to Henry A. and Mary (Wisher) Miller, Paul lived a remarkable life filled with service, compassion, and dedication to others. He married the former Lorraine Clear who...

William Barnhart

Dec 15, 2024

William "Bill" Norman Barnhart, a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 15, 2024, just a couple of weeks shy of his 86th birthday. He was born on December 28, 1938, in Bim, West Virginia, to the late Allen "Allie" and Thelma Opal (Leonard) Barnhart Sr.

Bill was a proud veteran who served in the Navy....

Barbara Ellen Hileman

Dec 7, 2024

Barbara Ellen Hileman, 63, of Convoy, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born April 16, 1961, in DuBois, PA, to Kenneth and Ellen (Cain) Bogle, who both preceded her in death. On February 10, 1996, she married Mark A. Hileman, who survives in Convoy.

Barbara is also survived by her children, Ben...

Shirley Lippi

Dec 7, 2024

Shirley J. Lippi, 74, of Convoy, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

She was born July 10, 1950, in Oakhill, Ohio, to Willis and Irene (Rawlins) Hall, who both preceded her in death. On January 14, 1988, she married Mike Lippi who survives in Convoy.

Shirley is survived by her children, Cindy (Mike) East,...

Gene F. Barnes

Dec 1, 2024

Gene F. Barnes, born on August 12, 1929, in Auglaize County, Ohio, to Floyd and Atha (Wagner) Barnes, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2024, at the age of 95. A longtime resident of Grover Hill, Ohio, Gene was a devoted father and a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served honorably during the Korean War. He married...

Barbara Williams

Nov 29, 2024

Barbara Lou "Barb" Williams, 93, of Rockford, Ohio passed away November 29, 2024 at Mercer Health in Coldwater. She was born June 27, 1931 in Celina, Ohio and was the daughter of the late Glen Parker Adams and Caroline (Allmandinger) Adams. On April 29, 1950 Barb married William P. "Bill" Williams, who preceded her in death on March 9, 2019.

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Laurie Heath

Nov 27, 2024

Laurie S. Heath, aged 65, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Vancrest of Van Wert. Born on April 20, 1959, in Van Wert, to the late Roger and Mildred (Gamble) Heath, she was a lifelong resident of Van Wert, where she touched the hearts of many with her warm spirit.

Laurie proudly graduated from Lincolnview High School in...

Carolyn Collins

Nov 27, 2024

Carolyn Collins, a devoted mother, avid reader, and lover of life, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2024, at the age of 79 at Van Wert Manor. She was born on August 5, 1945, in Marion, OH, to the late Robert and Maxine (Chaney) Cocherl. Carolyn dedicated her life to her family and her career, and leaves behind a legacy...

David D. Gunter

Nov 26, 2024

David D. Gunter passed away at the age of 82 on November 26, 2024, at Mercy St. Rita's in Lima, OH. He was born June 12, 1942, to the late Dayton and Dulcie (Ketchum) Gunter. He was a proud veteran of the Ohio National Guard and had a special love for gardening, the outdoors, baseball and was a talented mandolin...

Charlotte Ann Hamilton

Nov 22, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charlotte Ann Hamilton, 79, of Van Wert, OH, who passed away on November 22, 2024, at Homestead at Towne Center, in Van Wert. Born in Greenville, MS on October 22, 1945, to Robert and Ruth (Hambley) Morgan, Charlotte found immense joy in being a homemaker and caring for her...

Ronald Stetler

Nov 19, 2024

Ronald D. Stetler, 86, of Willshire passed away November 19, 2024 at his home. He was born January 21, 1938, in his home, and was the son of the late Harold E. and Berneice (Becher) Stetler.

Ron was a draftsman and design engineer, who first worked at Magnavox, then later at International Harvester. He briefly worked at Chrysler before...

Mary Catherine Carpenter

Nov 17, 2024

Catherine Carpenter, 70, of Van Wert, passed away on November 17, 2024 at Van Wert Manor. She was born August 18, 1954, Mary Catherine Stidham to the late Everett and Bonnie (McCroskey) Stidham. In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by her sons: Chad Stidham and Paul Densel. She was also preceded in death by her brothers:...