Obituaries

Jacki Barr

Jacki Barr

Jul 23, 2026

Jacki Ann Barr, age 64, of Warsaw, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis, Indiana. She attended Traders Pointe Christian Church and participated in Bible Study fellowship. Jacki was a beloved teacher at several schools over the years including Lakeland Christian School in Warsaw. When she retired, she received her highest promotion to...

David W. Wallace

David W. Wallace

Jul 21, 2026

David Wallace, age 62, of Bryan, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Evergreen Health Care Center, Montpelier, Ohio. David graduated from Edgerton High School in 1982 and enlisted in the United States Navy in June of 1984. During his time in active-duty, David was part of the command unit in attendance when President Ronald Reagan rededicated the Statue...

Jean L. Wetmore

Jean L. Wetmore

Jul 21, 2026

Jean L. Wetmore, age 95, of Bryan, OH passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Community Health Professionals Inpatient Hospice Center, Defiance, Ohio with her family at her side.

Born January 27, 1931, in Bryan, she was the daughter of Mabel (Calvin) and Walter H. Davis. On June 26, 1955, she married George L. Wetmore who preceded her in...

Sandra Jean Hosler

Sandra Jean Hosler

Jul 18, 2026

Sandra J. Hosler, age 68, of Montpelier, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, Ohio following a lengthy illness.

Sandra was born on October 18, 1957, in Bryan, Ohio, the daughter of G. Frank Hosler and Barbara (Blaisdell) Hosler. She is survived by her sons, Chris and Brad; sister, Michelle; grandchildren and...

Marilyn Lois Bunn

Marilyn Lois Bunn

Jul 16, 2026

Marilyn Lois Bunn, age 90, of Edon, Ohio passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Golden Years Homestead, Fort Wayne, Indiana where she had been a resident. Marilyn and her husband owned the B & B Drive-In, and she later did clerical work for Van Wert Manufacturing, Shearers and Siebenaler Construction. She enjoyed reading, traveling the lower 48...

Amy T. Salsgiver

Amy T. Salsgiver

Jul 15, 2026

Dr. Amy Terese Salsgiver, beloved daughter, sister, partner, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at the age of 47, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 27, 1979, in Willoughby, Ohio, Amy was the cherished daughter of Betty Jane Germ and the late Edward Germ. Her passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of...

Robert L. Bowling

Robert L. Bowling

Jul 13, 2026

Robert “Bob” Bowling, 92, of Edon, Ohio, peacefully left his home to be with the Lord on July 13, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Bob lived a life marked by faith, hard work, generosity, and dedication to those he loved.

Bob was born on June 15, 1934, in Port Huron, Michigan,...

Michael L. North

Michael L. North

Jul 12, 2026

Michael L. North, age 73, passed away from a tragic accident at his home on Sunday, July 12, 2026. Michael worked in maintenance at Chase Brass for over 30 years. He was the historian for the National Threshers Association and spent countless hours photographing events for the NTA. He was also a member of the Confederate Air Force who restored...

Cecelia M. Hinkle

Cecelia M. Hinkle

Jul 10, 2026

Cecelia Marie (Headley) Hinkle went to meet her heavenly Father on Friday, July 10, 2026.

Cecelia was born on April 9, 1943, in Bryan, Ohio to Earle Lavon and Dora Ilene (Lash) Headley. At the age of 7 she contracted polio, was placed in an iron lung and endured multiple corrective surgeries. As a testament to her strength, endurance and faith,...

Faie S. Day

Faie S. Day

Jul 10, 2026

Dateline: Bryan, Ohio

Faie S. Day, age 59, of Bryan, passed away in her home on Friday, July 10, 2026. Faie was born October 18, 1966, in Vero Beach, Florida, and was the daughter of Patrick L. Hurley and Theda M. (Munch) Hurley.

She was a 1985 graduate of Bryan High School.

Faie worked for many years at Sun/ICN Pharmaceuticals in Bryan, and...

Scott Edward Penrod

Scott Edward Penrod

Jun 25, 2026

Scott Edward Penrod, age 66, of Defiance, Ohio and Fremont, Indiana passed away in his home in Fremont on Thursday, June 25, 2026.  He was born in Wauseon, Ohio on February 25, 1960 to the late Donald and Mary Lou (Ruffer) Penrod.  He was a painter for many years with Tri-State Painting. Scott earned the rank of BSA Eagle Scout....

Hal P. Barrow

Hal P. Barrow

Jun 24, 2026

Hal P. Barrow, age 74, of Edgerton passed away at his home following a lengthy illness.  Hal was a "jack of all trades" doing many things including car sales and construction over the years.

Hal was born in Harve de Grace, Maryland on May 3, 1952.  He was the oldest of 12 children.  He is survived by many of his siblings...

Andrew Thomas Swicker

Andrew Thomas Swicker

Jun 19, 2026

Andrew T. Swicker, age 53, passed away Friday, June 19, 2026 at Brookview Care Center in Defiance, OH.

Andrew was born April 14, 1973 in Lima, OH, the son of the late Thomas and Lucille (Myers) Swicker. Among others, he is survived by his wife, Stacey; daughters, Tiffany and Hannah; sister Cindy (Swicker) Johnson and brother, Bryan Swicker.

No service are planned...

Charles William Ivey

Charles William Ivey

Jun 19, 2026

Charles William Ivey, age 45, of Edgerton, Ohio, passed away Friday, June 19, 2026, as a result of a motorcycle accident. Chuck was a mechanic and enjoyed working on car and detailing. He loved riding his motorcycle, spending time with his dogs and loved his children.

Charles was born May 27, 1981, in Gallatin, TN, the son of John W. and...

Steven W. Babinger

Steven W. Babinger

Jun 19, 2026

Steven W. Babinger, age 73, of Hicksville, Ohio, passed away Friday, June 19, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, Indiana. He worked as a quality control engineer at TOMCO Plastics, Oren Elliott and Nemco Foods prior to his retirement. Steven was a Detroit Tigers fan and 50-year fan of the Kansas City Chiefs. He loved traveling to Cape...

Larry P. Stark

Larry P. Stark

Jun 19, 2026

Larry P. Stark, age 81, of Montpelier and a long time resident of Bryan, Ohio, passed away Friday, June 19, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN. Larry worked in construction at L.B. Stark & Sons and Stark’s Construction. He was a US Army veteran and served in Thailand during the Vietnam War. Larry loved racing and...

Dwight Eugene Winkleman

Dwight Eugene Winkleman

Jun 15, 2026

Dwight Eugene Winkleman was born July 25, 1931, in the Buffalo Center, Iowa hospital and spent the first 77 years of his life within the same square mile. The middle child between two sisters, he learned to drive a tractor at seven and – as the only boy – helped his parents care for the land from an early age.

A...

Gary James Thiel

Gary James Thiel

Jun 13, 2026

Gary "Blondie" James Thiel, age 72, of rural Edon, Ohio, passed away Saturday morning, June 13, 2026, in his son's home, surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born January 10, 1954, in Montpelier, Ohio, to the late Paul and June (Strouse) Thiel. Gary was a 1972 graduate of Edon High School.

A hard worker throughout his life, Gary was a...

Nadene J. Ridenour

Nadene J. Ridenour

Jun 13, 2026

Nadene June Ridenour, age 66, of Bryan, Ohio passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at her home following an extended illness. Nadene retired from Spangler Candy Company with 32 years of service. She was a former member of the Bryan Eagles Aerie 2233 and enjoyed crafting and camping.

Nadene was born on June 5, 1960, in Defiance, OH, the daughter...

Lon Del "Lonnie" Stairhime

Lon Del "Lonnie" Stairhime

Jun 12, 2026

Lon Del "Lonnie" Stairhime, age 79, of Hicksville, Ohio passed away Friday night, June 12, 2026, in his home surrounded by his family.  Lonnie was born December 27, 1946, in Hicksville, Ohio to the late Delmar and Letha (Ruckman) Stairhime.  He was a US Army veteran having served from 1966-1968 during the Vietnam War.  Lonnie was employed with Parker Construction...