Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Findlay, OH and surrounding areas.
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 was a graduate of Kenton Senior High School. He had a deep love for fishing, especially trips to Michigan, and he also enjoyed spending...
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....
Albert D. Stewart Jr.
Apr 23, 2026
Albert Stewart Jr. 60, of New Franklin, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on April 23, 2026.
He was born on July 20, 1965, in Upper Sandusky, Ohio, to Albert Sr. and Rebecca (Gibson) Stewart.
Albert lived life boldly and on his own terms. A true biker at heart, he found freedom on the open road riding his Harley and embraced that lifestyle fully....
Joyce L. Burrell
Apr 17, 2026
Joyce Eileen Burrell, 81, of Findlay, passed away Friday, April 17, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born November 29, 1944, in Kenton, to the late Clayton and Elsie (Marling) Young. She married Bobby C. Burrell October 21, 1971, and he preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Janet (Leo)...
Garret C. Knott
Apr 15, 2026
Garret Charles Knott, 48, of North Baltimore, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at his residence. He was born June 15, 1977, in Fremont, Ohio, to Gary E. and Marcia R. (Fitzgerald) Knott.
Garret graduated from Fremont Ross High School where he played right tackle on the football team. He had a lifelong love for sports, and watching and playing...
Daryl G. Bushong
Apr 14, 2026
Daryl Gene Bushong, 88, of Mt. Blanchard, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., surrounded by family at his residence in the same room where he was born and lived for over 80 years.
Daryl was born to the late William M. and Velma B. (Oman) Bushong on February 27, 1938. He married his wife, Hazel...
Steven L. Boyette
Apr 14, 2026
Steven L. Boyette, 61, of Findlay, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center after a short illness.
He is the son of Joyce E. Sauders and the late Quentin (Pete) Boyette.
Steven graduated from Findlay High School carpentry program. He became a respected master home builder and skilled craftsman. Among his hobbies were photography, computer...
Martha E. Sines
Apr 13, 2026
Our dearly beloved sister, mom, grandma, and friend, Martha Elizabeth Sines, peacefully entered heaven’s gates on Monday, April 13, 2026, while surrounded by her loving family. She was 98 years old.
Martha was born on May 24, 1927, in Findlay to Cleon and Florence (Miller) Orton. She married Lloyd Sines on September 5, 1948, and they were married for 60 years...
Julie A. Taylor
Apr 12, 2026
Julie Taylor, 60, of Findlay, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She will be greatly missed by her brother, Grant (Linda) Rider, sister, Laurie Rider (Don Sotka); nieces, Lauren (Jeff) Williams, Lindsay (James) Pristov; and great nieces, Autumn, Lily, Ellie, and Rylee. She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Judith A. Miles
Apr 8, 2026
Judith Ann Miles, 85, of Van Buren, peacefully passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Good Shepherd Home in Fostoria.
She was born June 17, 1940, in Marion, Ohio, to Clifford and Genevive (Cowell) Rinnert. Judy married the love of her life, Jerry Miles, on April 3, 1959, and together they recently celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary.
Judy graduated from Marion Harding...
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