Michael R. Willson
May 30, 2026
Michael R. Willson, 88, of Findlay, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.
He was born November 8, 1937, in Hillsboro, Ohio, to the late Brad and Mary Katherine (Lynch) Willson. Mike married Helen Caldwell on August 24, 2015, and she survives.
Mike earned his master’s degree from The Ohio State University and dedicated much of his life...
Alice M. Lonsway
May 27, 2026
Alice M. Lonsway, 87, of Findlay, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.
She was born June 8, 1938, in Tiffin, Ohio, to Blacque C. and Pearl L. (Shuff) Hoffman. Alice married Paul Lonsway on June 1, 1957, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Bascom. He preceded her in death in 2016.
Alice was a 1956 graduate of Hopewell-Loudon....
Edward E. Hankins
May 23, 2026
Edward Earl Hankins, proud father of four children, 63 of Ada, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on May 23, 2026.
He was born in 1963 in Kenton, Ohio, to Walter and Thelma (Taylor) Hankins.
Edward attended Riverdale High School. He worked at Graham Packaging in Findlay, where he worked hard to help support his family.
Edward was a...
Beatrice C. Brim
May 21, 2026
Beatrice Caroline Livesay Brim, 83, of Rawson, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.
She was born May 16, 1943, in West Virginia, the daughter of Camilla and Edgar Livesay, who have both preceded her in death. Carol was married to her beloved husband, Roger Brim, for 47 years.
Carol had a very successful career at DTR Industries in...
Mary L. Dixie
May 19, 2026
Mary L. Dixie fell asleep in death May 19, 2026, at her residence in Findlay at 91 years young.
She was born April 2, 1935, to the late Wiley & Elizabeth (Lester) Samuel in Tifton Georgia and was an only child.
Mary married Curtis Dixie Jr. on March 3, 1951, and to this union, seven children were born. Mary and Curtis later...
Chad E. Lotz
May 17, 2026
Chad Eugene Lotz, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, at the Toledo ProMedica Hospital at the age of 68.
He was born December 5, 1957, in Napoleon, OH, to Norman G. and Aileen (Amos) Lotz.
Chad proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. Following his service, he spent more than 16 years as an over-the-road...
Dalene R. Pestana
May 14, 2026
Dalene R. Pestana, 51, of Findlay, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
She was born on September 10, 1974, in Lakeland, Florida, to Verna Mae Milligan. Dalene married Gerald Pestana; they later divorced, and he preceded her in death.
Dalene was a graduate of Findlay High School. She enjoyed creating diamond paintings in her free time. Her greatest joy was spending...
Kay Clymer
May 14, 2026
Kay Clymer, 83, of Findlay, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at Bridge Hospice Care Center.
She was born January 26, 1943, in Dunkirk, Ohio, to Cloyce Paul and Alberta (DeLong) Haas.
Kay was a graduate of Findlay High School and a devoted Christian, wife, and mother. She worked at RCA until her first child...
Gary M. Kindle Sr.
May 10, 2026
Gary M. Kindle Sr., 72, of Bellefontaine, Ohio, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2026, at The Manor at Greendale in Findlay.
He was born July 1, 1953, in Kenton, Ohio, to Orlin and Minerva H. (Ray) Kindle.
Gary had a deep love for fishing, especially trips to Michigan, and he also enjoyed spending time at his favorite local spot, Indian Lake. Gary...
Wanda Fay Green
May 7, 2026
Wanda Fay Green, age 79, left this earth on May 7, 2026, to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, after courageously fighting through a difficult year of illness. She held tightly to her family, her friends, and her faith until the very end.
Wanda retired from Columbus State Community College, where she was loved by many. She welcomed everyone...
Jeffrey W. Huffman
May 5, 2026
Jeffrey Wayne Huffman, 66, of Tiffin, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2026, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born on May 6, 1959, in Tiffin, Ohio, to Wayne and Ilene (Tabor) Huffman. Jeffrey married the love of his life, Diana (Frasure) Huffman, on July 11, 1981, and she survives.
Jeffrey dedicated his...
Carol Woodward
May 4, 2026
Carol Woodward, 82, of Findlay, passed away May 4, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.
She was born July 29, 1943, in Findlay, to John and Alma (Kliesch) Benton. Carol married Herbert C. Woodward, and he preceded her in death in 2015.
Carol was a Findlay High School graduate. After many years of dedicated service as a cashier at Great Scott, she has...
Cynthia E. "Cindie" (Decker) Baker
May 2, 2026
Cynthia E. “Cindie” (Decker) Baker, 66, of Findlay, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born November 15, 1959, in Lima, Ohio, to Paul and Evelyn (DeCamp) Decker.
Cindie was a Rawson High School graduate and furthered her education at the University of Phoenix, where she earned her associate’s...
Stephen P. Gase
May 2, 2026
Stephen P. Gase, age 75, of Carey, passed away, Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Wyandot Memorial Hospital, with his loving wife by his side.
Steve was born on July 17, 1950, in Fostoria, to Paul and Elizabeth (Pachlhofer) Gase. In 1973, he married Carol (Stipp), and they remained married until her passing in 1993.
On July 12, 1997, he married Kathy (Lovell),...
Gloria J. Vasquez
Apr 30, 2026
Gloria J. Vasquez, 76, of Findlay, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on September 14, 1949, in Crystal City, Texas, to Daniel Maldonado and Maria (Tamez) Maldonado. In 1964, Gloria married Eduardo “Ed” A. Vasquez, and they shared 25 years of marriage.
Gloria dedicated much of...
David K. Patterson
Apr 27, 2026
David K. Patterson Sr., 71, of Findlay, passed away at his residence, April 27, 2026.
He was born June 3, 1954, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late Kenneth and Jean (McIntyre) Patterson. Dave married Laurie Hoffman on April 19, 2013, and she survives.
Dave graduated from Rayen High School. He was a steelworker for most of his life. Dave was a big...
Branden J. Stanforth
Apr 27, 2026
Branden James Stanforth, 43, of Fostoria, passed away April 27, 2026. He was born on May 6, 1982, in Fostoria.
Branden was known for his restless spirit, adventurous heart, and deep passion for exploring the open road. Throughout his life, he traveled to every corner of the United States, embracing the freedom of the journey and the experiences found along the...
John A. Sherick
Apr 26, 2026
John Allan Sherick, of Findlay, entered eternal peace on April 26, 2026, at the age of 76.
Born in Findlay on December 27, 1949, John was the son of David and Betty (Ritter) Sherick. He worked as a welder most of his life and enjoyed flea markets, auctions, and fishing.
John is survived by his son, John (Krista) Sherick; daughters, Michelle (Dan)...
Gene Laube
Apr 25, 2026
John Eugene (Gene) Laube, 96, of Findlay, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, with family by his side after a brief stay at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. Gene was born on February 1, 1930, in Findlay to the late Charles and Dorothy Laube. He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church.
Gene grew up in...
Brenda L. Eaken
Apr 25, 2026
Brenda Lee Eaken, 60, of North Baltimore, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026, at her home.
She was born on October 7, 1965, in Bowling Green, Ohio, to Mike and Peggy (Newell) Leonard.
One of Brenda’s greatest acts of love was taking in her grandchildren, Jesse and Javin, when they were just two and three years old, raising them as her own....
