Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Findlay, OH and surrounding areas.

Darla J. (McRill) Thompson

Darla J. (McRill) Thompson

Mar 22, 2026

Darla Jean (McRill) Thompson, 63, of Findlay, went to her heavenly home Sunday, March 22, 2026, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born June 22, 1962, in Findlay. She was lovingly raised by her father and stepmother, Kenneth and Linda (Rutter) McRill. On December 19, 1981, Darla married the love of her life, Mark Lee Thompson,...

Claranne Bohn

Claranne Bohn

Mar 21, 2026

Claranne Bohn, age 61, of Bloomdale passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at her home surrounded by family and friends.

She was born June 20, 1964, in Fremont to Herbert and Mary Gabel.

Clare is survived by her husband, Dave Bohn of 18 years; daughters, Rachel Campbell, and Sarah (Reece) Crawford; stepsons, Austin Bohn, and Travis (Jenna) Bohn; two grandsons, Wyatt...

Marshall D. Wolfrum

Marshall D. Wolfrum

Mar 18, 2026

Marshall Dean Wolfrum, 86, of Findlay, peacefully passed away at Bridge Hospice Care Center on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

He was born April 11, 1939, in Sycamore, to George and Ermma (Young) Wolfrum who preceded him in death. He married Juanita Overton in 2004, and she survives.

Marshall dedicated 26 years of service as a bus driver and direct care provider at...

Lewis E. Myers Jr.

Lewis E. Myers Jr.

Mar 17, 2026

Lewis Edwin Myers Jr., 81, of Findlay, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at The Manor of Greendale.

He was born on January 13, 1945, in Phillipston, Pennsylvania, to Lewis E. Myers Sr. and Ruth (Mix) Myers, who preceded him in death.

Lewis proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed going...

Billy J. Lord

Billy J. Lord

Mar 13, 2026

Billy Joe Lord, 74, of Findlay, passed away at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Friday, March 13, 2026.

He was born October 14, 1951, in Bowling Green, to the late Josiah and Florence (Browne) Lord.

Bill graduated from Findlay High School in 1970 and was on the swim team. He was employed by Food Town for 35 years, then finished up his career...

John L. Gaertner

John L. Gaertner

Mar 9, 2026

John Lee Gaertner, 83, of Findlay, passed away peacefully in his wife’s arms on March 9, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born January 22, 1943, the beloved son of the late Frank and Gladys (Wickman) Gaertner.

John is survived by his loving wife, Dawn Gaertner; daughters, Betsy (Todd) Hughes of Cape Coral, FL, and Barbara (Phil) Hamner of Cape Coral,...

Johnny E. Grine

Johnny E. Grine

Mar 5, 2026

Johnny Eugene Grine, 60, of Findlay, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Bridge Hospice Care Center. He was born July 21, 1965, in Fostoria, Ohio, to James E. Grine and Barbara L. (Davidson) Wolf.

Johnny was a graduate of Findlay High School and attended Findlay Bible Church, where he faithfully served as a past usher. He was...

Jessie J. Tuttle

Jessie J. Tuttle

Feb 25, 2026

Jessie J. Tuttle, of Findlay, peacefully passed away at Bridge Hospice Care Center on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the age of 55.

He was born April 2, 1970, to Marvin Tuttle Sr. and Juanita (Bigger) Coppage in Brook, Indiana.

Jessie drove truck for many years, not because he loved it, but because it was what he did. What he truly loved...

Tammy Sue (Reigle) Brandeberry

Tammy Sue (Reigle) Brandeberry

Feb 22, 2026

Tammy Sue (Reigle) Brandeberry, 53, of Findlay, passed away at St. Rita’s Medical Center on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

She was born June 15, 1972, in Bluffton, Ohio, to Edward and Audrey (Mace) Reigle. Tammy married Eric J. Brandeberry Jr. on March 27, 1992, and together they shared many cherished years.

Tammy was an Ada High School graduate. She loved listening to...

Kathryn E. Miller

Kathryn E. Miller

Feb 22, 2026

Kathryn Miller, age 82, of Findlay passed peacefully with family by her side on Sunday, February 22, 2026, in her home of five years, where she loved planting flowers, especially purple ones.

She was born on February 23, 1943, in Findlay Edward and Evelyn (Traucht) Wohlgamuth who are deceased. She was blessed with siblings, Dolores, Sharon, Ed, and Bob who are...

Stephen E. Beach

Stephen E. Beach

Feb 20, 2026

Stephen E. Beach, 78, of Arlington, passed away in the early morning hours of Friday, February 20, 2026, at Birchaven Village.

He was born to Elmer and Majorie (Wickiser) Beach in Kenton, on January 14, 1948.

Stephen was a graduate of Arlington Local High School, class of 1966. He served his country with honor in the United States Army during the Vietnam...

Jon T. Wilkins

Jon T. Wilkins

Feb 20, 2026

Jon Timothy Wilkins, 69, of Findlay, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026, at his home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born March 5, 1956, in Findlay to Richard and Evelyn (Ike) Wilkins of Zanesfield. He received the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior and by doing so became born again in 1965...

Kevin W. Smith

Kevin W. Smith

Feb 18, 2026

Kevin W. Smith, 64, of Fostoria, passed away at ProMedica Toledo Hospital, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on February 5, 1962, in Findlay, to Lloyd W. and Barbara M. (Bryan) Smith. Kevin married Lynda L. Clark on March 23, 2001, and she survives.

He loved his family deeply and cherished the time spent with them....

Christina M. Durbin

Christina M. Durbin

Feb 4, 2026

Christina Marie Durbin, of Findlay, Ohio, passed away February 4, 2026, at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center at the age of 60.

She was born September 28, 1965, to Henry Glen and Jacqueline (Zimmerman) Durbin in Findlay, Ohio.

Christina graduated from Findlay High School, later obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Oklahoma University.

Christina is survived by her daughter, Scarlett...

Leonard E. Brown

Leonard E. Brown

Feb 4, 2026

Leonard E. Brown, 73, of Findlay, passed away at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

He was born February 14, 1952, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Joseph and Ruth (Giesken) Brown. Leonard married Susan Mimna on September 15, 1986.

Len graduated from Ottawa-Glandorf High School. He then became a proud member of the United States Army for 20 years. He...

Bonnie J. Frantz Rose (Breitigam)

Bonnie J. Frantz Rose (Breitigam)

Feb 3, 2026

Bonnie J. Frantz Rose (Breitigam), aged 88, of Findlay, passed away peacefully at Bridge Hospice Care Center early Tuesday morning, February 3, 2026.

Bonnie was born on October 9, 1937, in Findlay to James and Hazel Breitigam. She married Clayton Frantz in 1954 (deceased) and later married Larry Rose on September 14, 1972, who survives her.

Bonnie retired from Marathon Oil Company...

Nancy Little

Nancy Little

Jan 31, 2026

Nancy Little, 85, passed away January 31, 2026, at Fostoria Hospital.

She was born on June 5, 1940, in Fostoria to Ed and Eula (Ritter) Vitt. Nancy married Dean Little on June 28, 1958.

They had two daughters, Becky (Dennis) Wade and LeeAnn (James) Steele. They also had a bonus son, Matt (Becky) Jankowski, She had four grandchildren, Carrie (Dave) Sanders, Brad...

Jacqueline Jo Neville

Jacqueline Jo Neville

Jan 30, 2026

Jacqueline Jo Neville, otherwise known as “Wacky Jackie”, passed away January 30, 2026, at the age of 59.

She was born May 15, 1966, in Findlay, to Marilyn (Beck) Cunningham and Arthur Cunningham.

Jackie was a one-of-a-kind daughter to Marilyn. They smashed the mold when she was born and ran it over with a bulldozer. She was a very loving person. She...

Donald E. Oates

Donald E. Oates

Jan 30, 2026

Donald E. Oates, 88, of Lakeview, Ohio, passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.

He was born on September 4, 1937, in Dunkirk, Ohio, to John and Marie (Thomas) Oates. Donald married Delores VanAtta, and she preceded him in death.

Donald belonged to the Pentecostal Church. He liked attending car shows with his '85 Cadillac and...

William "Bill" Patterson

William "Bill" Patterson

Jan 29, 2026

William R. Patterson, 55, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at his home in Findlay. Bill ventured from this world surrounded by the love of his loyal companions, his dogs Hope and Dakota, and under the care of Bridge Hospice.

Bill was born on February 25, 1970 and grew up in Bloomdale. He graduated from Elmwood High School in...

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