Obituaries

DeWayne A. Colbart

DeWayne A. Colbart

Mar 25, 2026

DeWayne Allen Colbart, age 66, of Bryan, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. DeWayne retired from Titan Tire after 40 years of service. He began his career as a tire builder and later was a band builder. DeWayne enjoyed woodworking, gardening, golfing, fishing and was an avid sports fan, especially the Ohio State Buckeyes and...

Sherry L. Afifi

Sherry L. Afifi

Mar 22, 2026

Sherry L. Afifi, age 65, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Evergreen Healthcare in Montpelier, OH.

Sherry will be remembered for her strong spirit and the deep love she had for her family. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures—traveling, learning about history, and caring for animals.

More than anything, Sherry cherished her family. She treasured...

Janina "Nina"  P. Danko

Janina "Nina" P. Danko

Mar 22, 2026



Janina "Nina" P. Danko, age 85, of Bryan, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Parkview Regional Health Care, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Born on November 21, 1940, in Warsaw, Poland she was the daughter of Gabriella Srebnik. Nina moved from Poland to Israel before coming to the United States. She married Robert Danko on July 27, 1968 in Canton,...

Laresa Y. Forbes

Laresa Y. Forbes

Mar 18, 2026

Laresa Yvonne Forbes, age 65, of Bryan, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at her son’s residence in Delaware, Ohio, following an extended illness. Laresa was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Bryan and a former member of the Pulaski Garden Club. She enjoyed volunteering with the Bryan Chamber of Commerce Christmas...

Emma J. Kinzer

Emma J. Kinzer

Mar 18, 2026

Emma J. Kinzer, age 95, of Edon, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at her home. A graduate of Harlan High School, Emma was a farm wife, working on the family farm along side her husband, Lester. She attended First United Methodist Church in Montpelier, Ohio. Emma was babysitter for many years. She was an avid bowler, enjoyed...

Kenneth G. Shawver

Kenneth G. Shawver

Mar 17, 2026

Kenneth "Ken" G. Shawver, age 81, of Montpelier, Ohio passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, March 17, 2026, at Majestic Healthcare of Bryan surrounded by his family.  He was born March 26, 1944, in Defiance, Ohio to the late William Bryan and Helen Gertrude (Porter) Shawver.  He was a graduate of Paulding High School.  He married Polly Jean Bowers on...

Alfiea E. Thompson

Alfiea E. Thompson

Mar 17, 2026

Alfiea E. Thompson, age 79, of Pioneer, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at Ayden Healthcare of Waterville. Alfiea was a dental assistant for over 20 years working in Waterville, Holland and the Toledo Correctional Facility. She loved life, joking, decorating, gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family and her beloved kitty, Misti and dog, Sadie.

Alfiea was...

Patti J. Lirot

Patti J. Lirot

Mar 15, 2026

Patti Jo Lirot, age 73, of Archbold, OH, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at the Fulton County Health Center. Patti worked for Sauder Manufacturing for 11 years and worked as a waitress for 35 years. She was a member of St. John’s Christian Church in Archbold where she was active in mission work with the church. Patti enjoyed...

Kevin E. Sharp, Jr.

Kevin E. Sharp, Jr.

Mar 13, 2026

Kevin Edward Sharp, Jr., age 42, of Defiance, Ohio, passed away at 11:53 A.M. on Friday, March 13, 2026 at his residence. Kevin was a 2003 graduate of Four County Career Center’s Janitorial program and Defiance High School. He was a loving and positive person. He was happiest making others smile. Kevin was an avid fan of all types of...

Carol J. Payne

Carol J. Payne

Mar 11, 2026

Carol Jean Payne, age 78, of Bryan, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Hillside Country Living, Bryan, Ohio. A graduate of South High School, Columbus, Ohio. Carol went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from West Liberty College and earned her master’s degree from Defiance College. She was a teacher at Four County Joint Vocational School, Archbold,...

Jerry H. Mocherman

Jerry H. Mocherman

Mar 11, 2026

Jerry Henry Mocherman, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2026 at Majestic Care of Bryan, OH where he had been resident. Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served his country from 1958 to 1960. He was employed by the Ohio Art Company for 42 years in the maintenance and carpenter shops prior to his retirement.

Jerry...

Paul R. Jones, Sr.

Paul R. Jones, Sr.

Mar 9, 2026

Paul R. Jones, Sr., age 86, of Edgerton, OH, passed away surrounded by his family at his home on Monday, March 9, 2026. Paul worked construction for the Toledo Iron Workers Union for 26 years, then was a truck driver and retired from Stark Truss with over 17 years of service. He was a US Army veteran who served from...

Douglas Howard Gilmore

Douglas Howard Gilmore

Mar 8, 2026

Douglas Gilmore of Fayette, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026 following a brief illness. Doug was born on January 9, 1947, in Albion, Michigan, to Richard and Shirley (Tech) Gilmore.

Doug was a 1965 graduate of Manchester High School in Manchester, Michigan. After graduation Doug proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, having served in Vietnam. Doug worked throughout...

Paul LeRoy Green, Sr.

Paul LeRoy Green, Sr.

Mar 7, 2026

Paul L. Green Sr., age 88, of Edon, Ohio passed away peacefully in his home, Saturday, March 7, 2026. He was born July 5, 1937, in York Township, Steuben County, Indiana to the late Lawrence and Faye (Ordway) Green. Paul was a proud graduate of the Metz (Mohawks) School class of 1955. He married (Frances) Darlene Fikel on August 14,...

Dorothy "Dottie" Lauber

Dorothy "Dottie" Lauber

Mar 7, 2026

Dorothy “Dottie” M. Lauber, age 80, of Bryan, OH, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Majestic Health Care in Bryan, where she had been a resident. Dottie worked as a waitress and later at several local nursing homes including Evergreen Healthcare in Montpelier and Hillside Country Living where she was activity director. She attended Grace Community Church and...

Donald D. Buchs

Donald D. Buchs

Mar 3, 2026

Donald D. “Don” Buchs, age 92, a lifelong resident of Edgerton, OH, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Park View Care Center, in Edgerton, surrounded by his family. Don retired from Robinair after 30 years with the company as a purchasing agent. He had previously been a milk deliveryman for Benner Dairy and Farnham’s. Don served as an...

Thomas J. Parsons

Thomas J. Parsons

Mar 3, 2026

Thomas J. “Tom” Parsons, age 69, of Edon passed away at his home on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Tom worked in maintenance for Bryan Metals and Powers & Sons prior to his retirement. He enjoyed computers and riding 4 wheelers.

Thomas J. Parsons was born on June 3, 1956, in Paulding, OH, the son of James E. and Carol J. (Riemersma)...

Neita Marie Schimmoller

Neita Marie Schimmoller

Feb 26, 2026

Neita Marie Schimmoller, age 69, of Waterloo, Indiana and formerly of Edgerton, Ohio passed away Thursday night, February 26, 2026  in the emergency room of Parkview Dekalb, Auburn Hospital.  She was born June 28, 1956 in Indiana to the late James Cleo and Molly Marie (Liddick) Hooker.  She married Roger Schimmoller and he survives.  Neita was a home cleaner for...

Janet M. McBride

Janet M. McBride

Feb 25, 2026

Janet McBride, age 81, of Bryan, OH, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at her home with her family at her side. She was a cashier and clerk at Carrol-Ames Hardware Store in Bryan for 30 years. She loved dancing at Kessler’s Kountry Dancing in Auburn, IN with her husband. Janet enjoyed cooking, long Sunday afternoon drives, working in...

Albert Brink

Albert Brink

Feb 24, 2026

Albert William Brink, age 92, of Edon, Ohio passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Evergreen Manor Nursing Care Montpellier, Ohio.  He was born March 20, 1933 in Zone, Ohio to the late Ray and Mabel M. (Brim) Brink. Albert was a Korean War veteran serving with the Army Airborne. He married Barbara and she preceded him in death and...