Obituaries
Larry Schoonover
Oct 1, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" David Schoonover, 84, loving husband, father,and grandfather peacefully passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 surrounded by family and loved ones at Van Wert Manor. He was born July 9, 1941 to the late Frank Schoonover, Sr. and Emma (Taylor) Schoonover of Paulding, Ohio.
In Apral 1961. Larry married his soul mate, Beverly Dempsey, and enjoyed 64 years of blissful marriage.
Larry served 20...
Lance M. Bolenbaugh
Sep 28, 2025
Lance Mitchell Bolenbaugh, 48, of Bryan, Ohio, passed from this life on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 11:41am. He was born on June 29, 1977, in Paulding, Ohio, to Paulette (Miller) Burnett and Cecil "Duke" Bolenbaugh.
On May 26, 2001, Lance married the love of his life, Sara (Burden) Bolenbaugh, who survives. Together they built a family and shared many cherished...
Gayle Gibbons
Sep 25, 2025
Gayle L. Gibbons, 76, of Rockford, Ohio, peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital in Ft Wayne. She was born on June 22, 1949, in Van Wert, Ohio, to Julius "Judd" and Gladys (Sites) Winhover. On October 15, 1994, she married Denny J. Gibbons.Gayle retired from Aeroquip, in Van Wert, after many years of service. She...
Robert Baer
Sep 24, 2025
Robert D. "Jake" Baer, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on January 21, 1933, in Van Wert, Ohio, Jake was a pillar in the lives of those who knew him. On April 28, 1956, he married the former Joanne Johnson.Jake dedicated over 30 years of...
Sandra Hirschy
Sep 23, 2025
Sandra K. Hirschy, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born on April 30, 1947, in Van Wert, Ohio, and spent her life as a devoted homemaker.Sandra is survived by her loving husband, Larry Hirschy of Convoy; her two children, Kevin (Annette) Hirschy and Teresa (Ron)...
Harry Latimer
Sep 22, 2025
Harry E. Latimer, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on September 22, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on Mother's Day, May 10, 1936, in Payne, Ohio. On June 28, 1975, he married the former Nancy Dunlap. They celebrated 50 years of marriage this year.A proud veteran of the United States Army, Harry served his...
Scott Carpenter
Sep 21, 2025
Scott Ray Carpenter, born February 24, 1959, in Hicksville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025, at the age of 66.
Scott was known for his no-nonsense attitude and a temperament that could be described as... spirited. He spent years in the construction industry, particularly at Castle Construction, where he built more than just structures-he built a reputation for being...
J. Paul Silance
Sep 21, 2025
James Paul Silance, affectionately known as Paul, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on August 12, 1946, in Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, Paul made his way to Van Wert, Ohio, in 1966. It was there that he met the love of his life, Dorothy Douglas, and they tied the knot on February 16,...
Charles Bladen
Sep 19, 2025
Charles E. Bladen, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on June 13, 1935, in Madison, IN, to the late Lawrence and Elsie (Spivy) Bladen. Charles made his home in Van Wert and spent many years as a skilled mechanic.Charles will be remembered for his love of life...
Steven Greulach
Sep 18, 2025
Steven L. Greulach, affectionately known as "Stevo" to those fortunate enough to call him friend, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Born in Van Wert, Ohio, on January 11, 1952, to the late Harold and Margaret (Fisher) Greulach, Steve was a lifelong resident who will be remembered for his profound love of life and family.
After graduating from Crestview High School in 1970,...
Joyce Thatcher
Sep 17, 2025
Joyce A. Thatcher, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at the age of 84. She was born on August 14, 1941, in Van Wert, Ohio, to the late Russell H. and Edna (Gribler) Matthews, and spent all her life in Convoy, Ohio, where she touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Joyce graduated...
Bryce Beckman
Sep 17, 2025
Bryce L. Beckman 69, of Van Wert, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born August 19, 1956, in Lima, Ohio, to Joe & Nancy (Holtzapple) Beckman. On October 14, 1978, he married Jacqueline (Taylor) Beckman, who survives. Other family members include two sons, Scott Beckman of Van Wert and Adam (Sarah) Beckman of...
Christopher N. Wilson
Sep 17, 2025
Christopher N. Wilson, age 41, of Ohio City, passed away on Monday, September 17, 2025. Born on September 8, 1984, in Van Wert, Chris was a beloved son, father, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many throughout his journey.Chris was a proud graduate of Vantage Career Center and built a life dedicated to serving others through his work...
Betty J. Uncapher
Sep 15, 2025
Betty J. Uncapher, a beloved mother, grandmother and cherished member of the Van Wert community, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on March 3, 1932, in Detroit, Michigan, Betty lived a life full of love and dedication to her family and community. On August 9, 1952, she married Norman E. Uncapher.
Betty was an...
Anne Louise Bowen
Sep 14, 2025
Anne Louise Bowen, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at Van Wert Manor on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at the age of 83. She was born on February 20, 1942, in Decatur, Indiana, and lived her formative years with her family in Wren, Ohio, building a life filled with love, community, and service.
Anne was a proud graduate...
John Lay
Sep 13, 2025
John Andrew Lay went to be with his Lord on September 13, 2025. He was born to Paul E. Lay and Freda J. (Mathewson) Lay on February 2, 1959.
John had 7 sisters: Peggy (Ralph) Bakle, Dianne (Richard) Holland, Patricia (David) Carteaux, Kristine (Keith) Kettering, Janet (Daniel) Minnich, Laura (Edward) Snyder, and Carol (Jerry) Byram; and 4 brothers: David Lay, Jim...
Dennis G. Smith
Sep 9, 2025
Dennis G. Smith, age 65, of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. Born on August 8, 1960, in Van Wert, to Willard "Bill" and Dorothy (Stuckey) Smith. Dennis was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, known for his kindness and unwavering spirit.
He was a machinist at Danfoss,...
Edward Grimes
Aug 31, 2025
Edward L. Grimes, 90, of Van Wert, died at 7:01pm Sunday, August 31, 2025, at his residence. He was born May 2, 1935 in Paulding County to Lester and Gertrude (Font) Grimes. He married the former Ellen Barnhart.
Ed retired from the Van Wert County Sheriff's Office as a Deputy Sheriff. Earlier in life, he had worked for Union Sherburn Excavating,...
Vickie Thatcher
Aug 30, 2025
Vickie Thatcher, 57, of Decatur, Indiana, died at 7:38pm on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at her residence. She was born August 9, 1968, in Mercer County, Ohio, to LeRoy E. and Janet L. (Fickert) Hoaglin. On June 17, 1989, Vickie married Steven Thatcher.
She was a 1986 graduate of Vantage Vocational School (Ohio City High School) and a 1989 graduate of...
Patricia Patrick
Aug 28, 2025
Patricia Ann "Patty" Patrick, 54, of Rockford died Thursday morning, August 28, 2025 at Divine Nursing and Rehabilitation of Shane Hill in Rockford. She was born May 16, 1971 in Lima, Ohio and was the daughter of Mary (Cobos) Aguirre and the late Robert Aguirre.
Patty was a kind soul who loved meeting people and having conversations with others. She worked...
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