EARLEY, Joan B. Earley (Abstracted from Obituary | Joan B. Earley of Minster, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Joan B. Earley, age 90, of Minster, Ohio died Saturday, December 12, 2020 at her home in Minster. She was born January 20, 1930 in Minster Ohio to the late Clem & Marie (Berning) Feldman. She married William F. Earley on June 7, 1951 in Wichita Falls, TX. He preceded her in death on July 20, 2004. She is survived by children: Gayle Earley, Chicago, Dr. Michael & Cathy Earley, Chicago, Dr. Thomas & Karen Earley, Englewood, Meagan & Michael Halleron, Chicago, six grandchildren: Zachary, Aaron, Nicholas Earley, John, Mollie, Ellery Halleron, brother: Thomas & Carol Feldman, St Marys, sister: Gail Wendeln, St. Petersburg, FL, brother-in-law: Vic Rutschilling, Osgood. She was preceded in death by sister Judy Rutschilling and brother-in-law Ted Wendeln. Joan was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster, the CLC and a former board member of the Minster Area Life Squad. Prior to her marriage she was an employee of the Dayton Daily News. She was retired from Minster Local Schools where she was the cafeteria manager. Joan spent her time planting and cultivating her beloved garden. A public Mass of Christian Burial with COVID guidelines will be at St. Augustine Catholic Church. There will be no public visitation. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Wilson Hospice.

EAST, Michael A. East (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Michael A. East, 19, of 01722 US Route 33 West in St. Marys, OH died Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at his residence. He was born September 29, 1988 in Union City, IN to Michael D. & Sherryl (Heitkamp) East. He is survived by his father & step- mother, Michael & Jennifer East of Greenville, OH; mother & step-father, Sherryl & Otis Mead of St. Marys, OH; sister, Desiree East of Greenville, OH; brothers, Joshua Liles of Greenville, OH and Seth Heitkamp of St. Marys, OH; step-sisters, Michelle East of Gettysburg, OHl Sheiann East of Gettysburg, OH; Amber Mead of Gettysburg, OH; Rebecca Mead of Ridgeville, IN; step-brother, Nathan Mead of Greenville, OH; grandparents: Carolyn East of Greenville, OH; Chuck (Shree) Keel of St. Marys, OH; Rita (Timothy Hittle) Mundy of Union City, OH; Jerry Heitkamp of Tyler, TX; Jewel & Noah Keel of Union City, OH; Shirley & Otis Mead of Gettysburg, OH; and a niece, Patience Wilson of Greenville, OH. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Leonard East and great-grandparents, Clive & Flora Stumpff. He was a 2007 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys. Before moving to St. Marys, he attended schools in the Ansonia and Mississinawa Valley Local Districts. He had recently been an employee at the Wal-Mart in Celina, OH. He attended the Calvary Assembly of God Church in Union City, IN. An accomplished guitar player, he enjoyed all types of music and playing video games. Funeral services are scheduled Tuesday February 26, 2008 at the Calvary Assembly of God Church 720 N. Plum Street in Union City, IN. Burial will follow at the Saratoga Cemetery in Saratoga, IN.

EATON, Danny Lee Eaton (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 26 August 2008) Danny Lee Eaton, age 58, Wapakoneta, died Monday, Aug. 2008, at his residence after a two month battle with cancer. He was born March 3, in Urbana, a son to and Mary (Ellsworth) Eaton, and they preceded him in death. On April 3, 1970, he married Evelyn "Evie" and she survives. He is also survived by three children, Doris of Brookville, Craig of Wapakoneta, Eaton of Beavercreek; two sisters, Dorothy (Roger) Shaffer, and Peg both of St. Paris. He worked with the former Shield County, Wapakoneta. He attended St. Mark's Episcopal Church, and Sidney High School, both of Sidney. A member of Brands Lake Fishing Club, Wapakoneta. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, golfing, and cooking. Funeral services will be Sept. 6, at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Sidney. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, St. Mark's Episcopal Church, or Grand Lake Hospice. Arrangements are being conducted by the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Wapakoneta.

EBBING, Robert C. Ebbing (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1758099) Robert C. Ebbing, age 83, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at St. Rita’s Hospital in Lima. He was born January 24, 1933 in Coldwater, Ohio to the late Clarence and Pauline (Busch) Ebbing. On June 13, 1959 he married Anne (Kaiser) Ebbing and she survives him in Coldwater. He is survived by children, Nancy & Brian Galbreath of Wilmington, DE, John & Pam Ebbing of Coldwater, Mike & Cindy Ebbing of Celina, Laura & Arnold Walterbusch of Coldwater, and Marie & Jonathon Stevens of Rohnert Park, CA, seventeen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister Dorothy Bensman of Minster, and in-laws, Edward Hemmelgarn and Janie Kaiser both of Dayton. He is preceded in death by in-laws, Tom Bensman, Alfred & Margaret Kaiser, Ruth Hemmelgarn, Kenneth Kaiser, and Faye & Jerry Hein. Robert spent many years working at the former New Idea in Coldwater, Fort Recovery Industries, farming, and as a driver for the Mercer County Senior Citizens. Robert always enjoyed his grandkids. He was a veteran of the United States Army, a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Coldwater, and the Coldwater Knights of Columbus. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, March 11, 2016 at Holy Trinity Church, Coldwater. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to the Mercer County Senior Citizens.

EBERLE, Arlene M. Helmsing Eberle (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio –18 October 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Arlene M. Eberle, age 87, of Saint Marys, died Friday, October 18, 2019, at Vancrest of Saint Marys. She was born August 7, 1932, in Minster, Ohio, the daughter of Walter and Matilda (Frericks) Helmsing. She married Charles “Al” Eberle of May 9, 1953, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Minster; he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her children: Katherine Ellis (and Brad DuBois) of Saint Marys; Margaret (Randy) Speckman of Saint Marys; Timothy (Chae) Eberle of Columbus, OH; Michael (Andrea) Eberle of Saint Marys; Amy (Steve) Dues of New Bremen; Mary (Vince) Craft of Saint Marys; a sister, Joan Dieringer of Saint Marys; 18 grandchildren: Andrew Ellis; Emily (Chris) Knapke; Amy (Ryan) Zimmerman; Teresa Koch; Sarah Speckman; Michael Eberle; Jenna Eberle; Charles Eberle; Rachel Dues; Mark Dues; Amanda Dues; Nicholas Dues; Jon (Kayla) Craft; Abbey (Adam) Masonbrink; Melanie (Tony) Schnippel; Alison DuBois; Kate DuBois; Jim DuBois; and 15 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and by a son-in-law, Tom Ellis. Arlene was a 1950 graduate of Minster High School. She was a homemaker and a wonderful cook. She was well known among her family and friends as a great baker. She was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Saint Marys, and the Altar Sodality of the Church. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, and they were the pride and joy of her life. Funeral rites for family and friends will be at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Private family burial rites will then follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to the Minster Historical Society.

EBERLE, Constance Eberle (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Constance “Connie” Eberle, age 77, of 1910 Heritage Court, Saint Marys, Ohio, died suddenly on Friday, July 11, 2014, at Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born June 26, 1937, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, the daughter of Hod and Verna (Lamb) Naugle. She married Cloyd Eberle on July 7, 1967, and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by 7 children: James (Sharon) Naugle and David (Karen) Eberle both of Lima; Tonya (Ernest) Coldiron; Dorothy (Michael) Baker; Penny (Larry Crouse) Freytag; Jackie (Bobby) Henning; Michael (Jenny) Eberle all five of Saint Marys; 21 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 1 nephew, Mike Gibbs of Rushylvania. She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant daughter, Deondra Eberle; by two sons, Albert M. Freytag, Jr. and Phillip Eberle; by her siblings: Shirley Meiring; Dick Shoffner; Gene Shoffner and Jenny Gibbs. Connie had been employed at the S and W Motel in Saint Marys for many years, and also the Valley Nursing Home in Saint Marys. She had volunteered for more than 20 years at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. She loved playing bingo and cards. Her family and grandchildren were the most important things in her life. Graveside funeral rites will be Tuesday, July 15, 2014, at Elm Grove Cemetery in Saint Marys. Memorial gifts may be given to Putnam County Hospice.

EBLEN, George Eblen (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 August 2015) George "Doug" Eblen, age 68, of Celina, died Monday, Aug. 17, 2015, at home with his family. He was born on Jan. 27, 1947, in Celina to the late W.G. "Ray" and Margaret (McGriff) Eblen. On June 1, 1968, he married Judy Culver, who lives in Celina. He is also survived by his children Laura (Mark) Chaffins of Berne, IN, Elizabeth (Mike) Sudman of Celina, Christopher (Renee) Eblen of Celina as well as 16 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, a sister-in-law, a stepbrother and sister-in-law and two stepsisters. He is preceded in death by two brothers and sisters-in-law, a sister and a stepbrother. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force. A mass of Christian burial will be Thursday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Burial with military honors will be held Friday in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina. Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Endowment Fund or the State of Heart Hospice.

EBLEN, Raymond K. Eblen (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420723) Raymond K. "Keith" Eblen, age 76, of 4046 Shanes Rd. Rockford, Ohio passed away Saturday, March 15, 2014 at Lima Memorial Hospital, Lima, Ohio. He was born on May 24, 1937 in Celina, Ohio, to W.G. (Ray) & Margaret (McGriff) Eblen. On Aug. 27, 1954 he married Betty Leeann Hull, who died on Oct. 28, 1992. Raymond is survived by his father W.G. (Ray) Eblen of Celina, son Raymond Keith Eblen Jr. of Rockford and daughter & son-in-law Margaret & Jeff Neil of Cincinnati, two grandchildren Jennifer & William Grier and Kyla Lindsey, great grandchildren Nicholas, Everett, Elijah, Alivia, brothers & sisters-in-law George Douglas & Judy Eblen of Celina, Patricia & Doyle Wheeler of Amarillo, Texas. He was preceded in death by his mother Margaret J. (McGriff) Eblen, daughter Mary Elizabeth Eblen, brother Richard Lee Eblen, and sister Susan Jane Eblen. Keith was a graduate of Celina High School with the class of 1955. He was formerly employed at the Daily Standard as their production manager and retired from the City of Celina Public Schools as a Bus Driver in 1999. He was a member of the Mercer County Sportsmen's Association. Funeral services will be Wednesday March 19, 2014 at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral home in Celina. He will be cremated following services and a private family interment will be held on Friday March 21, 2014 in Swamp College Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Home Health and Hospice.

EBLEN, W. G. Eblen (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 4, 2014) W.G. "Ray" Eblen, age 98, of Celina, passed away Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014, at home. He was born on April 4, 1916, in Macedon, to the late George I. and Rose (Teeters) Eblen. On July 4, 1936, he married Paul Bradford-Marbaugh, who preceded him in death on Feb. 25, 2000. He is survived by his son and daughters-in-law, Doug (Judy) Eblen of Celina; and Patricia (Doyle) Wheeler of Amarillo, TX; 15 grandchildren; stepson and daughters-in-law Bill (Doris) Marbaugh of Celina; stepdaughters and sons-in-law Janet Cornish of St. Louis, MO; and Elizabeth (Bill) Stranges of Columbus; 13 step-grandchildren; and 18 step-great- grandchildren. Ray was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Eblen, sons Richard Eblen and Raymond "Keith" and Betty Eblen, stepson Allan Marbaugh, son-in-law Norman Cornish, a granddaughter and four sisters and brothers-in-law. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Swamp College Cemetery with military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Home Health and Hospice.

EBRIGHT, Ilo Roxie Ebright (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 21 February 2015) Ilo Roxie Ebright died of natural causes at her home on February 21, 2015. Born on February 19, 1935 in Ohio City, she was the daughter of the late Halder and Roxie Clouse Woods. Ilo married Harold Ritchie on September 5, 1953, and he preceded her in death on December 6, 1971. She then married Lester Ebright Sr. on November 11, 1972, and he died November 17, 2004. Surviving are 2 sons: Steve (Pam) Ritchie of Celina and David Ritchie of Mobile, AL, 4 grandchildren: Doug Ritchie (Nikki Germann) and Nikki Giesige of Celina, Jessie (Kyle) Garrity of Findlay, and Brandy Ansley of Mobile, 7 great-grandchildren: Kyleah, Kaleb, Kaidyn, Mason, Avery, Haley and Emily; 1 sister, Mary Tindall, of San Francisco, CA, 1 sister-in-law, Shirley Partin, of Van Wert; 9 step-children: Bob (Joyce) Ebright and Betty Dennis of Coldwater, Lester Ebright Jr. of Decatur, IN, Bill (Chris) Ebright, Jim Ebright, Nancy (Ed) Behm and Mary (Edward) Gilbert of Celina, Toni Crumley of Van Wert, and Leslie (David) Gullett of Bellbrook, and numerous step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren. Preceding Ilo in death were 7 brothers & sisters: Charlie, Elmer, Halder Eugene and William Woods, Cora Blanche Phillips, Luella Mae McHugh and Evelyn Kirchenbauer, daughter-in-law, Elaine Ritchie and step-daughter & son-in-law, Linda & Paul Browder. Ilo had attended Ohio City- Liberty Schools. In 1997, she retired from the wheel department at Huffy Bicycles in Celina. She was an auxiliary officer for many years at Celina American Legion Post #210, VFW Post #5713, Eagles Aerie #1291, and Coldwater Eagles Aerie #3025. Ilo enjoyed spending time with her family. Funeral Services will be Thursday at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

EBRIGHT, Richard Lee Ebright (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 4 March 2015) Richard Lee "Ricky" Ebright, age 33, of Celina, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. Ricky was born December 23, 1981 in Coldwater. His father is James R. Ebright and mother Betty M. (McElroy) Ebright, and step-father: Ralf Rammel, all survive in Celina. Also surviving is his fiancée Angela Springer, 1 sister and 2 brothers: Sandy Ebright, James Ebright II (Tonja Klenke) and David Ebright, 1 son: Nicholas Springer, 3 step-children: Gina Schmitt, Michael Schmitt and Tyler Schmitt, a grandson on-the-way, Dalton Michael Lee Schmidt; a niece, MaKenzie Ebright, all of Celina; a grandmother: Norma Hall, grandfather: William Bowers; numerous aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews and extended family. Preceding him in death were his grandparents: Walter Lee & Patsy Geneen McElroy, Lester J. Ebright Sr., Luella Ebright, Ilo Ebright and Esther Bowers. Ricky worked at NKP in Anna as a Forklift Operator. He had attended Celina High School. A "Mr. Fix-it", Ricky enjoyed working in construction, and doing mechanical work on cars. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, March 11th at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Memorial Contributions may be made to the family.

ECKHART, Betty J. Heileman Eckhart (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 10 September 2016) Betty J. Eckhart, age 86, of 112 W. Walnut St. in Rockford, Ohio, died Saturday, September 10, 2016, at her residence in Rockford. She was born October 26, 1929, in Walbridge, Ohio, to Robert and Virginia (Scott) Heileman. Betty is survived by her four children: son Bob (Trina) Smith of Rocky Ridge, OH; daughter Kristina Scher of Elkhart, IN; son Charles Eckhart, of Celina, OH; daughter Tammy Eckhart of Rockford, OH and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Virginia Craven, son Michael Oehlers, and a brother Willard "Dune" Schmidt. A homemaker, she had previously worked on the family farm near Willshire, Ohio, and as a nursing assistant for Colonial Nursing Home in Rockford, Ohio. Her favorite pastimes included watching television, and caring for others. Private family services will be held. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family to assist with final expenses. Arrangements are entrusted to the Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys, Ohio.

ECKHART, Kenneth A. Eckhart (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 13 May 2009 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Kenneth A. Eckhart, age 90, of Celina, OH died Monday May 13, 2019 at Grande Lake Health Center in St. Marys. He was born August 11, 1928 in Dayton, OH to Elwood and Leona (Althoff) Eckhart. On October 13, 1961 at St. Peter's Church in New Bremen, OH he married Helen A. Hunsaker, who survives. Also survived by: niece Linda (Pete Rappold) Meyer of Bowling Green, OH; nephew Dale (Edith) Eckhart of Germany; nephew Donald (Sue Ellen) Eckhart of Galloway, OH; and niece Barbara (G.C.) Thompson of St. Marys, OH. Preceded in death by: parents Elwood and Leona Eckhart; brother Melvin Eckhart and sister Evelyn Rupert. He was a graduate of New Bremen High School (Class of 1946). A veteran of the United States Army, he served his country during the Korean War. He worked at STAMCO in New Bremen and retired from the Minster Machine Co. in Minster, OH. He was a member of St. Peter's Church and the American Legion Post #241, both in New Bremen. He was a big fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes sports teams. Graveside rites are scheduled at German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen.

EDDY, Marilyn D. Eddy (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 December 2009) Marilyn D. Eddy, age 64, of Bellevue, died at the Bellevue Hospital on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009. She was born in Port Clinton, on April 16, 1945, a daughter to the late Russell and Thelma (Howell) Havener. On Aug. 3, 1974, she married Ray Eddy, he preceded her in death April 20, 2004. She is survived by two sons, Jeffery (Amy) DeGeorge of Nicholson, GA, Leroy (Jessica) Eddy of Wapakoneta; five grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and 1 sister. She was also preceded in death by three brothers. The funeral service will be Wednesday at the Auxter Funeral Home, 1105 Castalia St., Bellevue. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Port Clinton. Memorials may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Research.

EDER, Iva D. Eder (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 20 February 2013) Iva D. Eder, age 68, of Wapakoneta died Wednesday February 20, 2013 at her residence. She was born on October 25, 1944 in Hamlin, WV to Frank & Madge (Cooper) Walls who preceded her in death. On July 27, 1992 she married Fred Eder and he survives in Wapakoneta. She is also survived by 4 children; James (Julie) Hall of Elida, Sharon (Jeffrey) McCarty of Columbus, OH, Mikel (Julie) Hall of St. Cloud, FL, Bobby (Jeri) Hall of Lima, 3 stepchildren; Scott Eder, Verne Peake, and Jean Laurita, 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and 2 brothers; Danelle Walls and Leavan Walls both of Liverpool, OH. She was preceded in death by 5 brothers and 4 sisters. Iva retired in 1994 from Lima Memorial Health Systems after 17 years of service in housekeeping. She attended Lima Community Church of the Nazarene. She enjoyed camping, her home, and most of all spending time with her grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled to be Saturday February 23, 2013 at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Rita’s Hospice.

EDLER, Lois Rardon Edler (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 5 February 2016) Lois Rardon Edler, age 85, died Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, at Otterbein St. Marys in St. Marys after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Mrs. Edler was born on Oct. 16, 1930, in a farmhouse along the Little Sandy in West Virginia to her parents, Charles and Dessie Rardon. She met her husband while attending Marshall College (now Marshall University). The couple was married on Jan. 7, 1951. Mrs. Edler is survived by her husband of 65 years, Shearl Edler; 1 daughter and son-in-law Deborah (Lee) Werts of St. Marys; a son, daughter-in-law, and 2 grandchildren David, Abby, Marc, and Marisa Edler of Vernon Hills, IL; a son and daughter-in-law Michael (Shannon) Edler of Chicago; her sister Jean Riggs of Parkersburg, WVA; a brother and sister-in-law Earl (Mary) Ellen of Piedmont, SC, and a second brother and sister-in-law Carl (Ginger) Rardon of Ashland, KY. She is preceded in death by her parents and a brother-in-law, Pat Riggs. Lois graduated from Marshall College with a B.S. in elementary education in 1952. Shortly after graduation, Shearl served a two year stint in the army while Lois began her teaching career in one of the last one room school house operating in the state of West Virginia. Eventually, Shearl and Lois moved to Sidney, where Lois began her 33 year career as an elementary educator teaching Kindergarten, second, third, and first grades in Emerson, Lowell, Orange Township, and Whittier Elementary Schools. She retired in 1991. In 2006, the Edlers moved to St. Marys to live at Otterbein St. Marys. The education of the children of Sidney was her passion. She loved teaching and shaping young lives. She was instrumental in developing an individualized reading program which allowed first grade students to make gains in reading based upon their own skills and abilities. Due to this interest, she went on to earn her masters in reading from Wright State University. Mrs. Edler will be buried in a private ceremony on Monday at Graceland Cemetery in Sidney. A memorial service will take place Monday at the Meyer Room at Otterbein St. Marys (11230 State Route 364, St. Marys, OH). All are welcome to attend and celebrate Mrs. Edler's life. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Benevolent Fund at Otterbein St. Marys and Grand Lake Health Systems Hospice. Arrangements are in the care of Cromes Funeral Home, 302 S. Main Ave, Sidney.

EDMISTON, Bertha Mae Edmiston (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 March 2009) Bertha Mae Edmiston, age 97, formerly of 523 Lisle St., Celina, died Monday, March 9, 2009, at the Gardens at Celina. She was born Dec. 9, 1911, in Montezuma, a daughter of Cloid D. and Sarah C. (Yaney) Tobin and they preceded her in death. On Nov. 29, 1928, she married Harold O. Edmiston and he preceded her in death Aug. 2, 1992. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in- law, Cloid B. (Sue) Edmiston of Piqua and Mickey L. (Shirley) Edmiston of New Haven, IN; a daughter, Marcieta (Leon) Brookhart of Celina; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; a brother; and a sister. She was also preceded in death by three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers; a son-in-law; and a brother-in-law. Funeral services will be Friday, at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Swamp College Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Bethany United Methodist Church in Celina.

EDWARDS, Mary Alberta Edwards (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 27 May 2014) Mary Alberta "Birdie" Edwards, age 87, of Sidney, went home to be with her Lord Saturday, May 24, 2014, at Fair Haven Nursing Home in Sidney. She was born on Nov. 12, 1926, to the late Wesley O. and Nellie M. (Chiles) Schroerlucke. On May 6, 1945, she married Kenneth Edwards. He preceded her in death. Birdie is survived by one daughter, Peggy Lynn Edwards of Sidney, one son and daughter-in-law, Kevin (Shelley) Edwards of Arizona, one sister, Ruth E. Meyers of Sidney, two sisters-in- law, Helen L. Fogt and Martha E. Schroerlucke and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one sister, Ruth Brunetta, two brothers, Robert Schroerlucke and Richard Schroerlucke and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jerry F. Meyers, Robert A. Fogt, Lowell Edwards, Howard Edwards, Naberta Jean Edwards and Gertrude Edwards. Birdie was a 1944 graduate of Sidney High School. She was a member of First Christian Church in Sidney. Birdie worked at Wagner Manufacturing, Baumfolder and Clancy's in Sidney. She also made pies for the Spot Restaurant for many years. Birdie volunteered as a camp ranger at Camp Brookside Girl Scout Camp in Sidney for many years, helping her husband, Kenny, while doing so. Funeral services will be Thursday at Adams Funeral Home, 1401 Fair Road, Sidney. Burial will follow in Cedar Point Cemetery, Pasco. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church, 320 E. Russell Road, Sidney, OH, 45365.

EDWARDS, Neal Joseph Edwards (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 November 2020) Neal Joseph Edwards, age 67, born April 13, 1953 in Spring Grove, IN, was at home in nature, loved his family and friends and foremost was devoted to the Lord, Jesus Christ, in whom his soul ascended Nov. 16, 2020 in Atlanta, GA where he lived. Neal succumbed to COVID-19 a week after developing severe symptoms. At a future time the family will have a memorial service for Neal and spread his ashes in nature where he loved to be. From his youngest days, Neal thrived on being in nature and spent hours in the woods, learning the signs of animals, their identifiable habits and tracks. As a young man, he loved walking the beaches and, during Florida summer nights, watching for signs of sea turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs. One night, flashlight in hand, he walked the beach with his father, stepmother and children - Josh, Sarah, Andrew and Betsy. There they spotted the telltale trail of a female turtle coming up from the water. Careful not to disturb her, the group followed her trail up to the drier sand; amazed, they all watched the gigantic female sea turtle depositing her eggs, as big as golf balls, and then burying them. When she was finished, the female turtle struggled her way back to the water. She was so tired and it looked like she would not make it. Neal spotted her tiredness; and he and his dad picked up the turtle and took her to the water. There, she swam away. Neal also enjoyed fishing and loved to take his grandson, Oliver, to favorite fishing spots whenever they could go. As a young man, Neal's goal was to become a missionary; to that end, after graduating from Memorial High School in St. Marys, he spent several years studying at Hobe Sound Bible College in Hobe Sound, FL. There, he enjoyed the fellowship and support of friends and mentors. Although Neal did not make it to the distant missionary destinations he dreamed of, he drove for Raleigh/Durham Transit Authority in North Carolina and for Metropolitan Atlanta Transit Authority/MARTA in Georgia, connecting with people on his routes. Daily, he enjoyed his passengers and offered uplifting encouragement and extra kindness whenever he sensed a need. Neal's favorite route was along the Buford Highway corridor in Atlanta, where the mix of cultures and ethnicities is prominent. Neal picked up bits of several languages, particularly Spanish, that he used to greet non-English speaking passengers. After his transit driving career ended, Neal continued to study Spanish at the Dekalb Senior Center and there he discovered his talent for art, with a particular proficiency for drawing and mosaic sculpture. Primary in Neal's life was his love of reading the Bible and devotion to God, to which he faithfully committed his time. Neal leaves immediate family who love him, an extended family of cousins, nieces and nephews. Neal is survived by his children Josh Edwards, Sarah Leach (Josh), Andrew Edwards and Betsy Edwards (Mike) and their mother, Sandee Wilkerson; his adored grandson, Oliver Edwards; his stepmother, Marilyn Edwards; his sisters Donna Edwards, Lynn Edwards and Sherry Edwards (Ray). Neal was preceded in death by his father, Donald Edwards; his mother, Alice Ayers and his brothers, Dane Edwards and Lee Edwards.

EDWARDS, Paul L. Edwards (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 12, 2012) Paul L. Edwards, age 66, of Van Wert, died Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012, at Van Wert County Hospital. Funeral Services will be Saturday at Liberty Baptist Church in Van Wert. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery. Brickner Funeral Home Van Wert is handling the arrangements.

EGBERT, Adrian R. Egbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 April 2015) Adrian R. Egbert, age 83 of Botkins, died Friday, April 3, 2015, at the Cridersville Healthcare Center of Cridersville. He was born on April 4, 1931, in Shelby County, outside of New Bremen. He was the son of the late Roscoe F. and Lillian (Bushman) Egbert. On Oct. 7, 1955, he married Mary A. (Fischbach) Egbert, who died on Oct. 1, 2014. Surviving are their sons Jeffery (Sue) Egbert of Tiffin, Dean Egbert of Wapakoneta, and Steve (Theresa) Egbert of Wapakoneta; his grandchildren Daniel Egbert, Renee (Josh) Slone and Zachary and Zane Egbert; great-grandchildren Espn and Emias Egbert; his siblings Norma (Don) Mumaw of Versailles, Lawrence (Marlene) Egbert of New Bremen, Janet Kuck of Quincy, and David (Judy) Egbert of Fort Wayne, IN. He was preceded in death by a brother Alvin Egbert and a sister Brunhilda Wittenbrink. Adrian was a faithful member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. He attended Anna High School. After high school, he served in the Army as a truck driver in the Korean War. He was a lifetime farmer, and steward of the land. He and his sons collected Minneapolis-Moline tractors and farm machinery for many years. He belonged to the Sidney American Legion Post 217, the Minneapolis-Moline Collectors Club and the Prairie Gold Rush. He was a founding member of the Buckeye Farm Antiques Club, and the Shelby County Antique Power Association. Adrian and Mary enjoyed many years of traveling and family vacations, visiting almost all 50 states, and traveling with their tractor club to see various steam-power shows. Adrian loved his family, and his grandchildren were the light of his life. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions can be made to the St. Paul U.C.C. Memorial Fund.

EGBERT, Barbara A. Egbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – May 22, 2012) Barbara A. Egbert, age 74, of New Bremen, died Thursday, May 17, 2012, at her residence. She was born on May 13, 1938, in Minster, the daughter of Steven and Ruby (Mackley) Oldiges. On May 25, 1957, she married Alvin Egbert, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 16, 2003. Survivors include her children, Pam Egbert of Wapakoneta and David (Deborah) Egbert of Richmond, VA; her grandchildren, Josh (Nikki) Quellhorst of Worthington, Jamie Quellhorst of Wapakoneta, Michael Karbowiak of Wapakoneta, Amanda Egbert and Nathan Egbert of Richmond, VA; her great-grandson, Landon Bice of Wapakoneta; 1 brother, Donald (JoAnne) Oldiges of Bellbrook and her sisters, Connie Birdeshaw of Winter Garden, FL, and Vicki (Larry) Creech of Orlando, FL. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Rachel Egbert; her sister, Sharon Aspinall. Mrs. Egbert was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. She was a 1956 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. She enjoyed people and sharing memories with the morning ladies coffee club. She loved working in her garden and especially growing all types of roses. She was a homemaker but also helped on the family farm her entire life. A celebration of life will be Friday at the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Rita’s Hospice.

EGBERT, Don H. Egbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 July 2008) Don H. Egbert, age 69, 16030 McCartyville Road, Anna, died Monday, July 7, 2008, in the emergency room of Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. He was born Oct. 31, 1938, in Kettlersville, a son of Harold and Mildred (Nuesmeyer) Egbert. On Sept. 10, 1960, he married Jane Greber who survives near Kettlersville. He is also survived by four children, Dawn (Lee) Dabbelt of New Bremen, Darlene (Scott) Pape of Dublin, Scott (Christine) Egbert of Kettlersville, and Heather (Kris) Kuck of New Bremen; 11 grandchildren, Justin and Jaclyn Dabbelt, Clarissa, Cortney and Aaron Pape, Chloe, Jesse and Isaac Egbert, Paige, Celeste and Mason Kuck; a brother, Richard (Jean) Egbert of New Knoxville; and a sister, Phyllis Egbert of Sidney. He was a member of the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Kettlersville where he was very active and had served in all the various offices of the church. He had been a member of the church's dart ball and softball teams. He was an active member of the Kettlersville/ Van Buren Township Fire Department. He was a 1956 graduate of Anna High School. He served as Zoning Officer for the village of Kettlersville. He enjoyed spending time with his family and supporting his grandchildren's activities. He retired in October of 2004 from ABF where he had been a professional truck driver, a profession he was in for over 50 years. He and his wife were former owners of the K-Ville Inn in Kettlersville, having given the restaurant the name by which it is now known. Funeral services will be Friday, at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Kettlersville. Burial will follow in the Willow Grove Cemetery, New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the church memorial fund or to the Kettlersville/ Van Buren Township Fire Department. The area fire departments will be assisting the Kettlersville Fire Department in honoring Don's service to the department with a prayer service on Thursday evening at the funeral home, and also on Friday by escorting the procession to the cemetery.

EGBERT, Edward Egbert (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421162) Edward Egbert, age 73, of Charlotte, NC died on Wednesday, August 14, 2013 in Charlotte, NC. He was born May 26, 1940 in Sidney, Ohio to the late Verlin & Kathryn (Glass) Egbert. He is survived by daughters Tina Kimble, Dayton, OH & Tammy Egbert, Sidney, OH & son Roger Egbert, 7 grandchildren & 7 great grandchildren, sister Joyce & Nick Hoying, Minster, OH. He was preceded in death by a son Gregory & daughter Lisa. He was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Charlotte, NC, former member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, McCartyville. He was also a member of the Sidney Elks. A Memorial Mass will be Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, McCartyville. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to Charlotte Hospice. Burial will take place in Shelby Memory Gardens, Sidney. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements.

EGBERT, Eugene L. Egbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 15 June 2015) Eugene L. Egbert, age 67, of Kettlersville, died Saturday, June 13, 2015, at his residence. He was born on June 10, 1948, in Dayton and was the son of the late LeRoy F. and LaHoma M. (Ballweg) Egbert. On Nov. 23, 1972, he married Virginia Quniter, and she survives at their residence. Also surviving are their three children Claudia (Shawn) Fox of Sidney, Carmen (Jon) Canan of Anna, Nathan (Diane) Egbert of Botkins, and 10 grandchildren. He served in the United States Army for two years during the Vietnam War. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Kettlersville. Burial will follow in the Willow Grove Cemetery near New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. contributions can be made to the Eugene Egbert Scholarship Fund at Anna High School.

EGBERT, James T. Egbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 July 2019) Rev. James T. "Jim" Egbert, age 88, formerly of Cincinnati, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at the Lima Memorial Health System in Lima. He was born on June 22, 1931 on the family farm near Kettlersville, the youngest child of the late Theodore H. and Margaret J. (Ziegenbusch) Egbert. Survivors include his sisters: Laverta Dackin of Lima, Marian Price of Sidney and Lois Nagel of Anna and a number of nieces and nephews whom he adored. Along with his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his siblings: Grace Inderrieden, Hattie Anthony, Leroy Egbert and Harold Egbert along with several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be at the Immanuel Church in Kettlersville. Interment will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery near New Bremen. Memorial contributions in memory of Jim can be directed to the St. Paul U.C.C. Memorial Fund, or to the charity of the donor's choice. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen has been entrusted with the arrangements.

EGBERT, Jeanne Ann Heilers Egbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 April 2019) Jeanne Ann (Heilers) Egbert, age 81, of Botkins, died on Monday, April 8, 2019 at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy. She was born on June 2, 1937 to the late Bernard and Victoria (Gaier) Heilers. On July 21, 1956, she married Dale Willis Egbert and he survives in Botkins. Also surviving are children: Michael (Doni) Egbert, Kristi (Gregg) Wildermuth, Susan (Larry) Brown and Lori (Mark) Elsass; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; siblings and in-laws, Anthony (Theresa) Heilers, Victor (Betty) Heilers and Janet (Bob) Naseman. She is preceded in death by a great-grandchild; siblings and in-laws Raymond (Alma) Heilers, Mildred (Robert) Dudley, Clementine (Bill) Boomer, Albert Heilers, Mary (Roland) Molla, Clarence Heilers, Wilhemina (Richard) Roethlisberger and David Egbert and her father and mother-in-law Willis and Leona (Jauert) Egbert. Jeanne was a lifelong member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, McCartyville and its Altar Rosary Sodality. Mass of Christian Burial will be at Sacred Heart Church. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Sacred Heart of Jesus' new rectory project.

EGBERT, Leona R. Egbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 November 2009) Leona R. Egbert, age 92, of 10001 Lock Two Road, Botkins, died Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at the Wilson Memorial Hospital in Sidney. She was born on Jan. 9, 1917, near New Knoxville, a daughter of Ben and Bertha (Hoge) Jauert. On Aug. 1, 1936, she married Willis J. Egbert who died Aug. 7, 1984. She is survived by her son, Dale (Jeanne) Egbert of New Knoxville; her daughter-in-law, Janet Egbert Naseman of Sidney; six grandchildren, Michael (Doni Heitfeld) Egbert of Botkins, Kristi (Gregg) Wildermuth of Anna, Susan (Larry) Brown of Smithville, Lori (Mark) Elsass of Anna, Dr. Bradley (Lisa) Egbert of Kettering, and Melanie (Troy) Stevens of Columbus; 15 greatgrandchildren, Ashley Egbert, Brian Egbert, Shawn Egbert, Sarah Wildermuth, Racheal (Jeff) Turner, Abby Brown, Kristin Brown, Ben Elsass, Emily Elsass, Matthew Elsass, David Egbert, Sara Egbert, Matthew Egbert, Logan Stevens and Molly Stevens; great-great-grandchildren Layla and Tyson, her sister LaVera (Carl Werling of Freyburg; her sister-in-law Helen Jauert of Wapakoneta. She was preceded in death by her son, David E. Egbert; three brothers, Wilbur, Vernon and Elmer Jauert. Mrs. Egbert was a member of the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Kettlersville, where she had been active in the Church Guild, taught Sunday School and had served as Sunday School Superintendent. She was a 1933 graduate of Blume High School in Wapakoneta. She was a homemaker and helped on the family farm for many years. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Kettlersville. Burial will follow in the Willow Grove Cemetery in New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the church memorial fund.

EGBERT, Louise M. Egbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 16 September 2015) Louise M. Egbert, age 91, of Sidney, formerly of Kettlersville and Wapakoneta, died on Friday, Sept. 11, 2015, at Lane Park of Sidney. She was born on Jan. 11, 1924, in Clay Township, near Jackson Center, to the late Otto and Luella (Ambos) McGowan. On Nov. 24, 1947, she married Frederick J. Egbert at the St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Geyer and he survives in Sidney. Also surviving are their 2 children, Stanley (Sherry) Egbert of Anna and Nita (Dan) Watercutter of Minster; 5 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, 1 sister, 1 brother and 1 sister-in-law. Along with her parents, Louise was preceded in death by her sisters and her brothers. A Celebration of Life Service will be Sunday at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Kettlersville. Per her request, her body was donated to the Wright State University Medical Department. Inurnment will take place in the Willow Grove Cemetery of New Bremen at a later date. In lieu of flowers or gifts, Louise's wishes were for donations be made to Immanuel United Church of Christ, Kettlersville in her name.

EGBERT, Mary E. Egbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 2, 2014) Mary E. Egbert, age 80, of Botkins, died Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014, at the Gardens in Wapakoneta. She was born on May 19, 1934, in New Bremen, the daughter of the late Walter and Lorena (Timmerman) Fischbach. On Oct. 7, 1955, she married Adrian Egbert, who survives in Botkins. Also surviving are their sons, Jeffery (Sue) Egbert of Tiffin, Dean Egbert of Wapakoneta, and Steven (Theresa) Egbert of Wapakoneta, grandchildren Daniel Egbert, Renee (Josh) Slone, Zachary and Zane Egbert, great- grandchildren Espn and Emmy Egbert, a brother Walter Jr. (Sharron) Fischbach, a sister-in-law Janet Fischbach and a number of nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were two brothers, Merlin and Ralph Fischbach and a sister, Lola Bertsch. Mary was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in New Bremen. She was a busy homemaker, also helping with the chores on the family farm. She was an avid reader and gardener and took pride in her various flowers and crops from her garden. She was a great baker, well-known for her coffee cakes and dinner rolls, which she loved to share as she would gather with her family and friends. Mary and Adrian enjoyed many years of traveling and family vacations, visiting almost all 50 states and traveling with their tractor club to see various steam-power shows. She was a member of the Buckeye Farm Antiques Club and worked on the Dinsmore Township Board of Elections. Funeral services will be Saturday at St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions can be made to the St. Rita’s Hospice, St. Paul U.C.C. Church Memorial Fund, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

EGGLESTON, Julia Eggleston (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Julia Eggleston, 86, a resident of Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community and formerly of Toledo, OH, died Wednesday, October 20, 2010, at Otterbein Saint Marys. She had resided at Otterbein Saint Marys for 10 years and previously had lived at the Westmoor Retirement Center in Toledo. She was born September 1, 1924, in Durant City, PA, (now named James City, Pa.), the daughter of John and Margaret (Collins) Rau. She married Lawrence Brown and he preceded her in death. She then married Arthur Eggleston and he preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara (Richard) Brackman of Maria Stein, OH; by a step-daughter, Ms. Carol Valencia of California; by 4 grandchildren: Cynthia Cornell-Braun (Mark Briggs) of Saint Marys, OH; Laureen (Randall) Lininger of Saint Marys; Kent Cornell of Edgerton, OH; Nathan Cornell of White Bear Lake, MN; by a step-grandchild, Patricia Smith of Phoenix, AZ; by her great-grandchildren: Morgan Braun; Angie Lininger; Derek Lininger; by her great-great grandchildren: Riley Benoit and Lilly Benoit. She is survived by her nieces and nephews: Frank (Wilma) Rau of Knoxville, TN; Ben Huston of Helena, MT; Sharon (Dan) Campling of Findlay, OH; Myrna Puse of Spring Lake, MI; John (Misty) Rau of Globe, AZ. Julia attended Oakdale and Waite High Schools in Toledo. She retired from the General Motors Hydromatic Plant on Alexis Road in Toledo, where she had managed the Suggestion and Awards Program in the personnel department. She was active in the Toledo Business and Womens’ Club and had served as president of that organization; a member of the Shriner Chanteretts; a Junior Achievement Advisor; volunteered at WGTE Public Television and the Toledo Diabetes Association; a member of Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church in Maria Stein, OH and the Saint Ann’s Sodality of the church; a member of the Maria Stein American Legion Auxiliary. She leaves behind many friends and loved ones she met along the path of her life. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, October 25, 2010, at Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church in Maria Stein. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice or the Diabetes Association.

EHLERS, Mrs. Peter Ehlers (Abstracted from the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Aug 31, 1917) Wapakoneta, Aug 30, 1917 - Mrs. Peter Ehlers, age 73, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Anna Fischer, in Minster, yesterday.

EICHELBERGER, Bernadette Eichelberger (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 June 2009) Bernadette Eichelberger, age 95, of Otterbein, St. Marys, formerly of Wapakoneta and Dayton, died June 8, 2009, at the Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. She was born Jan. 10, 1914, in Trinity, IN, a daughter of Joseph and Francis (Wellman) Laux, who preceded her in death. She is survived by 4 great-grandchildren, Matthew (Mary Anne) Dietz, Michael Dietz, Cameron Earl and Nicole Earl; 1 brother, Victor Laux, Geneva, IN; 3 sisters, Esther Frisbie of Otterbein-St. Marys, Helen Montgomery of Bryant, IN; Sister Rosemary Laux, C. PP. S., of Dayton; a sister-in-law, Betty Laux of Trinity, IN and 15 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Raymond, Eugene, and Joseph Laux; and a sister, Sister Agnella Laux, C. PP. S. She was the loving mother of Carol (Paul) Millisor of Wapakoneta, and a devoted grandmother to granddaughters, Jan (Bryan) Dietz and Laura (Curtis) Earl. Bernadette was retired from the Printing Service Co., Dayton, and was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wapakoneta. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the David's Cemetery, Dayton. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Otterbein-St. Marys Benevolent Fund.

EICHENAUER, Beverly Eichenauer (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – March 15, 2013) Beverly Eichenauer, age 64, of Celina, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. She was born on March 19, 1948, in Kona, KY to parents Jimmy and Gaynelle Potter Ables. Her father survives in Xenia. Her mother preceded her in death, along with one brother. She married Dennis Eichenauer on July 10, 1971, and he survives. She is also survived by 2 daughters, Laurie (Jim) Hendricks and Becky (Dusty) Weitzel, both of Celina; a brother; a sister; a brother-in- law; and 3 grandchildren. Funeral services are Saturday at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will take place at Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina. W.H. Dick and Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

EICHENAUER, Erma Jane Eichenauer (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 January 2010) Erma Jane Eichenauer, age 87, 6921 St. Rt. 703 Celina, died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010, at her daughter's home in Celina. She was born Sept. 19, 1922, in St. Marys, a daughter of Earl Wilbur Daugherty and Helen Carolina Rupert. On Feb. 25, 1939, she married Nelson Adam Eichenauer, he preceded her in death Aug. 21, 2003. She is survived by a son, David (Jan) Eichenauer of Newark; two daughters, Patricia (Richard) Reigle of Hilliard, Karen (Robert) Cisco of Celina; a brother; two sisters-in-law; seven grandchildren; a step-grandchild; 21 great-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren and three step-great-great- grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Swamp College Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Bethany Church, Community Health Professionals.

EICHENAUER, Marie E. Duerr Eichenauer (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Marie E. Duerr Eichenauer, age 88, of Celina, passed away Friday, August 12, 2011 at Celina Manor Nursing Home. Born in Adrian, MI on September 13, 1922, Marie was the daughter of Kenneth and Eva (Leonard) Sheldon. In 1940, Marie married Elwin H. Duerr Sr., who died in 1978. She later married Russell K. Eichenauer, who died in 1995. Surviving are 2 sons: Elwin "Butch" Duerr Jr. of Coldwater and Tim Duerr of Indianapolis, 3 daughters: Shirley (Richard) Sibert of Celina, Linda (Roger) LaRue of Ft. Wayne and Kellie (Kurt) Hoelscher of Celina and 1 sister: Eunice Williams of Montpelier; a step-son: Eldon (Ruthann) Eichenauer of Celina and a step-daughter, Reitta Bransteter of Rockford; 11 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, 5 step- grandchildren and 13 step-great- grandchildren. Preceding her in death were four siblings: Leonard Sheldon, Erma Bailey, Raymond Sheldon and Beatrice Estes, a daughter-in-law: Sharon Duerr and a step son-in-law: Kenneth Bransteter. Marie was the owner-operator of Duerr's Sewing Center in downtown Celina for many years, until her retirement in 1994. Sewing was her vocation as well as a hobby. She enjoyed sharing her love of sewing with others by giving lessons. Word search puzzles were also a favorite pastime in later years. She was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Celina. Services are Wednesday at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina. In Marie's memory, donations may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice or Community Health Professionals Hospice.

EICHHORN, E. Lucille Bushong Eichhorn (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – March 14, 2012) E. Lucille (Bushong) Eichhorn, age 86, of Wapakoneta, died Thursday, March 8, 2012, at Otterbein-Cridersville. She was born on July 27, 1925, in Williamstown, to Marion U. and M. Marie (Steinman) Bushong, who preceded her in death. In 1964, she married C. Gaylord Eichhorn, and he preceded her in death in 1967. She is survived by a stepdaughter, Gladys Whitmer of Kettering; a brother; several nieces, nephews and steprelatives. She was preceded in death by two brothers; two sisters. Funeral services will be Thursday at First United Methodist Church in Wapakoneta. Burial will be in the Dunkirk Cemetery. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the E. Lucille Eichhorn Scholarship Fund to benefit a Wapakoneta High School graduate majoring in education, to St. Rita’s Hospice or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

EICHLER, Doris Alma Eichler (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 August 2017) Doris Alma Eichler, age 92, of Celina, died Friday, Aug. 18, 2017, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born on Jan. 3, 1925, in Rugeley, England, to the late Harry and Ethel May (Derry) Lyons. Doris met the love of her life, Vernon Eichler, during World War II, in England, while he was serving in the U.S. Army. Vernon preceded Doris in death on Dec. 19, 1989. She is survived by her two sons and daughters-in-law, Vernon Eichler, David Eichler; a daughter and son-in-law, Patrica Pease, all of Celina; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a brother and two sisters. Also preceding her in death were her stepmother and a brother-in-law. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church.

EICKHOLT, Margaret Mary Wehri Clementz Dickman Eickholt (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 13 February 2012) Margaret Mary Clementz Dickman Eickholt, age 88, of Cridersville, died Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012, at Rita's Medical Center in Lima. She was born on July 2, 1923, in Kalida, to Frank and Mary Miller Wehri, and they preceded her in death. On July 31, 1946, she married Eugene Clementz, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 23, 1985. On Dec. 6, 1986, she married Ferd Dickman, and he preceded her in death on May 18, 1992. On Dec. 5, 2004, she married Roman Eickholt Sr., and he survives her. She is also survived by 7 sons, James (Karen) Clementz of Cridersville, Frank (Cathy) Clementz of Spencerville, George (Melinda) Clementz of Cridersville, Ronald (Elizabeth) Clementz of Lima, Robert Clementz of Rochester, MI, Vernon Clementz of Monroe, MI, Alan (Terri) Clementz of New Boston, MI; 4 daughters, Margene (Ronald) Craft of St. Marys, Mary (Robert) McBeth of Cridersville, Julie Clementz of Wapakoneta and Carol (Clyde) Verhoff of Fort Loramie; 7 stepsons, William (Mary) Dickman of St. Louis, MI, Richard (Lorna) Dickman of St. Louis, MI, Al (Becky) Dickman of St. Louis, MI, Roman (Pat) Eickholt of Continental, Robert (Donna) Eickholt, of Ottoville, Terry (Stacy) Eickholt of Ottoville and Alan Eickholt of Ayseville; 8 stepdaughters, Mary Jo (Ivan) Pankhurst of St. Louis, MI, Joyce White of St. Louis, MI, Marilyn (Lee) Trevino of St. Louis, MI, Janice Dickman of St. Louis, MI, Mary (Ken) Doseck of Upper Sandusky, Bonnie (Bill) Beining of Ottoville, Lisa (Albert) Bilimek of Cloverdale and Leah (Dan) Ditto of Ottoville; 1 daughter-in-law; 33 grandchildren; 35 step-grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; 26 great-step- grandchildren; a brother; five sisters; a brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law. She was preceded in death by a son, Lawrence Clementz; a daughter, Sharon (Phillip) Fry; two brothers and three sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday at St. John's Catholic Church in Lima. Burial will follow in Gethsemani Cemetery, Lima. Bayliff& Son Funeral Home in Cridersville is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Catholic Church or to the Alzheimer's Foundation.

EILERMAN, Albert J. Eilerman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 22 May 2010) Albert J. Eilerman, age 94, of 8410 Mason Road, of Sidney, died Thursday, May 20, 2010, at Dorothy Love Retirement Community. He was born July 12, 1915, in St. Patrick to the late Anton and Elizabeth (Sommer) Eilerman. He married Marie H. Bruns on Feb. 14, 1941, in Egypt. She preceded him in death on Aug. 4, 2007. He is survived by his children, Kenneth and Luella Eilerman of Fort Loramie, Ronald and Susanna Eilerman of Sidney, Judy and Robert Grieshop of Yorkshire, Mary and Jerry Brulport of Sidney, Barbara and Doug Shappie of Russia, Edna Eilerman of Minster; four brothers and sisters; 23 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by sons, Alfred Eilerman and infant James Eilerman, two brothers and four sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Friends may call at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. Burial will be at St. Patrick Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Sts. Peter and Paul Improvement Fund.

EILERMAN, Alvera Eilerman (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/alvera-eilerman) Alvera Eilerman, age 84, of Minster passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at Heritage Manor, Minster. She was born October 5, 1935 in Minster Ohio to the late Ray & Erma (Zumberg) Winner. She married Vernon Eilerman on September 28, 1968 and he survives in Minster. She also survived by sisters-in-laws: Marie Eilerman and Evelyn Eilerman both of Fort Loramie and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by in-laws: Louetta & Ray Pleiman, Adolph & Verona Eilerman, Albert & Marie Eilerman, Paul & Vic Eilerman, Teckala & Urban Bergman, Verona & Ben Schemmel, Mary & Lawrence Kuether, Bertha & Harold Wenning, John Eilerman, Infant Alfred Eilerman and Anthony Eilerman. Vera was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster, and a caring administrator of the church. She was also a member of the Fort Loramie American Legion Auxiliary and a volunteer at Heritage Manor. Vera worked in the office at Stamco and enjoyed studying genealogy. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. Hogenkamp Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Grand Lake Hospice and “Blessed From Above” organ fund at St. Augustine Church

EILERMAN, Daniel R. Eilerman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – June 14, 2013) Daniel R. Eilerman, age 59, of Willowdell Road, Yorkshire, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2013, at the Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. Dan suffered a sudden cardiac event and had also been recovering from serious burns since May 14, 2013. He was born on Feb. 5, 1954, in Coldwater, to Bernard and Mary Lou (Moeller) Eilerman. On April 1, 1978, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Maria Stein, Dan married Jeanette (Heitkamp) Eilerman who survives. Also surviving are 6 siblings, David (Ann) Eilerman, of Tipp City; Therese (Mark) Borchers, of Versailles; Julia (Bob) Zumburger, of Fort Loramie; James (Karen) Eilerman, of North Star; Phillip (Karen) Eilerman, of Bradford; Patrick (Connie) Eilerman, of Versailles; brother-in-law, William Broering of Yorkshire; father-in-law, Henry Heitkamp of Maria Stein; sisters and brothers-in-law Wilma (Michael) DuLaney, of McCartyville; Louis (Deb) Heitkamp, of Maria Stein; Harry (Marge) Heitkamp of Maria Stein; Mary Ruth (David) Feltz of Cassella; Chris (Bill) Meinerding, of Fort Loramie, Rosie (Randy) Bruns of Coldwater; Ted (Kelly) Heitkamp of Chickasaw; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, one sister, Wanda Broering; mother-in-law, Alvira Heitkamp and a brother- in-law, Joseph Heitkamp. Dan was a 1972 graduate of Versailles High School. He also obtained machine maintenance certification attending adult studies at the Apollo Career Center in Lima. He was employed 37 years at the Minster Machine Co. and had also owned and operated Golf Carts Sales & Service, (a.k.a) Cart Shack. Dan attended St. Michael Catholic Church and was a member of Indian Lake Moose Lodge, Mercer County Elks, and the Newport Sportsman Club. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at St. Michael Church in Fort Loramie. Interment will follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery. Gehret Funeral Home in Fort Loramie is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Osgood Life squad or charity of donor’s choice.

EILERMAN, Joan A. Eilerman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421187) Joan A. Eilerman, age 78, of Ft. Loramie Ohio died April 4, 2013 at Dorothy Love Retirement Community. She was born May 8, 1934 in Maria Stein to the late Edward J. & Olivia (Brunswick) Bergman. She married Donald P. Eilerman on October 6, 1954. He preceded her in death on November 16, 1994. She is survived by children: Donna & Paul Hoying, McCartyville, Carol & Jerry Hoying, Ft. Loramie, Robert & Janet Eilerman, New Bremen, Elizabeth "Betsy" & Michael Schieltz, Ft. Loramie, Teresa & Greg Winner, Minster, Paul & Margo Eilerman, Wilder, KY, Kathleen & Wally Meyer, Newport, Steve Eilerman, Ft. Loramie, Barbara & Keith Brown, Troy, Joyce & Paul Bremigan, Russia, 23 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, sister Patricia & Jim Winner, Minster and sister-in-law Ruth Spaugy, Sidney. She was preceded in death by brothers & sisters Mary & Floyd Schwegman, Henry & Betty Bergman, Walter Bergman, Dorothy & Henry Beckman and Ruth & John Barhorst. She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Ft. Loramie, St. Anne's Rosary Alter Society, Ft. Loramie American Legion Aux. #355 and Minster F.O.E. Aux. #1391. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday April 8, 2013 at St. Michael Catholic Church. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. Burial will take place in St. Michael Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Senior Independence Hospice and Ft. Loramie Rescue.

EILERMAN, John E. Eilerman (Abstracted from Obituary | John E. Eilerman of Minster, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) John E. Eilerman, age 77, died December 17, 2020 at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. He was born on March 9, 1943 in Minster, Ohio to the late Gregor & Anna Marie (Hoying) Eilerman. On December 31, 1966 he married Sandra Kay Reineke and she preceded him in death on March 11, 2018. He is survived by children: Nicole & Jarett Schmitmeyer, New Bremen. Robert & April Eilerman, Lakeview, Terry & Teresa Eilerman, Houston, Marion & Tammy Eilerman, Cridersville, 12 grandchildren: Joey, Brittney, Megan, Shawn, Tara, Daniel, Sean, Derek, Brad, Jacob, Adam & Austin, 19 great grandchildren, brothers & sisters: Janet Hoying, Joan & Robert Schnabel, Judy & Jon Sacksteder, Jereom & Margaret Eilerman, all of Minster, sister-in-law Peg Eilerman, New Bremen. He was preceded in death by daughter, Tina Phlipot, grandson, Ronald John, 2 great grandchildren: Landen Phlipot & McKinlee Homan brother: Joe and brother-in-law Robert Hoying. He was a member of St. Augustine Church, Minster. He was a graduate of Minster High School and a member of Minster F.O.E. #1391. He was friends of Amish Community, a lover of art and enjoyed dirt track racing. He retired from Midmark. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Augustine Church, Minster. Arrangements by Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. The family asks that the CDC regulations of wearing masks and social distancing be followed. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Landen Thomas Phlipot Foundation for SIDS awareness.

EILERMAN, Joseph E. Eilerman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 October 2015) Joseph E. "Joe" Eilerman, age 64, of New Bremen, died Friday, Oct. 16, 2015, at his residence. He was born on June 19, 1951, in Coldwater. He was the son of the late Greg and Anna Marie (Hoying) Eilerman. On Aug. 30, 1975, he married Peg Shelby, who survives in New Bremen. He is also survived by his children; Kim (Andy) Lee of Dublin and A.J. (Jenny) Eilerman of New Bremen; by his grandchildren Isla Lee, Ashtyn, Maeve and Everley Eilerman; by his siblings Janet (Robert) Hoying, Joan (Robert) Schnabel, John (Sandy) Eilerman, Judy (Jon) Sacksteder and Jerry (Marge) Eilerman, all of Minster; by his in-laws Mike (Rosie) Shelby of St. Marys and Theresa (Bob) Garner of Tucson, AZ, and a number of nieces and nephews. Joe was an active member of the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen, having served on Parish Council and several other committees. He was a former Boy Scout Leader in Minster and a member of the former New Bremen Lions Club. In 1984, after learning an old bridge northeast of New Knoxville was going to be replaced by the Auglaize County Commissioners, Joe "bought" the bridge and had it moved, reworked and placed at its present location across the Miami-Erie Canal in downtown New Bremen. He attended both the Ohio State University and Wright State University, studying mechanical engineering. Joe retired in 2011 from the Midmark Corporation of Versailles where he was hired to develop and manage its in-house Technical Publication Department. Prior to working at Midmark Corporation, Joe was employed at STAMCO and Crown Equipment Corporation, both of New Bremen, and Fabcor of Minster. Following his retirement in 2011, Joe founded the Mission of the Body and Blood, serving as president and a member of the Board of Directors to, as in Joe's own words, "as a way to repay all of the good deeds given to me," helping those in both Tanzania and Haiti. Joe loved his family especially spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed classic cars, and had restored several over the years. He was an outdoorsman, spending time fishing and hunting. A Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the St. Augustine Cemetery, Minster. Joe requested that contributions be made to either the Gasper Seminary in Morogora, Tanzania, Africa or to the Mission of the Body and Blood. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home of New Bremen is handling the arrangements.

EILERMAN, Joshua James Eilerman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 25, 2013) Joshua James Eilerman, 21, of Fort Loramie died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013, at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Sidney. He was born Sept. 26, 1991, in St. Marys, to Jill (Clune) and Kevin Eilerman, who survive in Fort Loramie. He had two siblings, five grandparents and numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. A Mass of Christian burial will be Monday at St. Michael Church in Fort Loramie. Burial will follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Fort Loramie. Gehret Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

EILERMAN, Kenneth F. Eilerman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421296) Kenneth F. Eilerman, age 71, of Ft. Loramie, Ohio died on Sunday, March 2, 2014 at his home. He was born April 5, 1942 in Sidney, Ohio to the late Albert J. & Marie (Bruns) Eilerman. He married Luella Geier on October 22, 1966. She survives in Ft. Loramie. He is also survived by children Christy & Mark Winner, Minster, Scott Eilerman, Liberty Township, Brian & Nancy Eilerman, Ft. Loramie, Jason & Christy Eilerman, Osgood, eight grandchildren Emily, Claire, Danielle, Clay, Ethan, Megan, Alayna & Peyton, brothers & sisters, Ronald & Susanna Eilerman, Sidney, Judy & Robert Grieshop Willowdell, Barb & Doug Shappie, Russia, Mary & Jerry Brulport, Sidney, Edna Eilerman, Minster, Sharon & John Sims, Plain City, sisters-in-law Betty & Nick Puthoff, St. Henry & Lucy & Dan Moeller, Maria Stein. He was preceded in death by son Michael, daughter-in-law Diane Eilerman, and brother Alfred. He was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Ft. Loramie and an adult mass server. He was a member of the National Guard for 6 years and worked of LeRoi Dresser for 47 years. He also volunteered for the Ft. Loramie Football line crew. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, March 6, 2014 at St. Michael Catholic Church, Ft. Loramie. Burial will take place in St. Michael Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ft. Loramie Rescue Squad.

EILERMAN, Robert Anthony Eilerman Sr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 July 2009) Robert Anthony Eilerman Sr., age 83, of Marker Road, Versailles, and formerly of Russell Road in Sidney, died Sunday, July 12, 2009, at Versailles Health Care Center in Versailles of natural causes. He was born Aug. 2, 1925, in Sidney, a son of Louis J. and Lauretta M. (Pleiman) Eilerman, and they both preceded him in death. On Aug. 28, 1948, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Minster, he married Catherine B. (Drees) Eilerman, and she preceded him in death in 1995. He is survived by his six children, Robert Jr. (Christina) Eilerman of Fort Loramie, Mary Jane Eilerman and Richard Brownlee of Piqua, Virgil Eilerman of Sidney, Rebecca (Gary) Pequignot of Quincy, Nicholas (Cynthia) Eilerman of Versailles, Shirley (James) Deaver of Alabama; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four siblings, Esther Perin of Fort Loramie, Eilerman Dorothy (Richard) Schmidt of Sidney, Albin (Jeanette) Eilerman of Sidney, Mary Lou and John Frantz of Sidney. He was preceded in death by both parents; a brother, Lawrence (Clarabelle); a sister Norma Eilerman; and a brother-in-law, Carol Perin. He was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Fort Loramie American Legion Volunteer. He has also served as Turtle Creek Township Trustee for two four- year terms. He had been engaged in dairy farming all of his working life. He enjoyed fishing. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, at St. Michael Church in Fort Loramie. Burial will follow at St. Michael's Cemetery. Gehret Funeral Home in Fort Loramie is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Michael Church Capital Improvement Fund.

EILERMAN, Ronald John Eilerman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 22 September 2014) Ronald John "R.J." Eilerman, age 29, of rural St. Marys, died Friday, Sept. 19, 2014, at his residence. He was born on June 8, 1985, in Sidney, the son of Terry W. and Teresa K. (Donson) Eilerman. His parents survive in St. Marys. He is also survived by two sons, Bryant and Gage Eilerman Yingst of Sidney, two brothers, a nephew, his grandparents and his step-grandfather. He was preceded in death by his grandmother. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

EILERMAN, Sandra Kay Eilerman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=50300710_SEilerman) Sandra Kay Eilerman, age 76, passed away March 11, 2018, in Heritage Manor Nursing Center Minster. She was born on December 26, 1941 in Wapakoneta, Ohio to the late Raymond & Alma (Wortman) Reineke. On December 31, 1966 she married John Eilerman and he is surviving in Minster. She is also survived by children: Robert & April Eilerman, Lakeview, Terry & Teresa Eilerman, Houston, Marion “Pete” & Tammy Eilerman, Cridersville, Nicole & Jarett Schmitmeyer, New Bremen, 12 grandchildren: Joey, Brittney, Megan, Shawn, Tara, Daniel, Sean, Derek, Brad, Jacob, Adam & Austin, and 16 great grandchildren, sisters June Davis, Wapakoneta and Susan John, Buckland. She was preceded in death by daughter, Tina Phlipot, grandson, Ronald John, 2 great grandchildren: Landen & McKinlee brothers: Lee & Richard “Bud”, and sisters Lois & Sharon. She was a member of St. Augustine Church, Minster, Oktoberfest Committee, the Homemakers Group and New Bremen Blanketeers. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, March 15, 2018 at St. Augustine Church, Minster. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Activity Fund at Heritage Manor.

EING, Margaret Ann Sauner Eing (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – April 18, 2014) Margaret Ann (Sauner) Eing, age 69, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2014. She was born on Nov. 22, 1944, in Brown County, to the late Earl and Violet (Vance) Sauner. She attended Memorial High School in St. Marys prior to graduating from Eastmoor High School in Columbus and received her bachelor’s degree in education from Ohio State University. Margaret was a teacher with Whitehall City Schools before stepping away to raise her children. When she went back to work, she was employed with Sears Co. and later retired from BMW Financial Services. Margaret enjoyed collecting teapots, gardening, and being surrounded by nature. She also loved spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Stephen Herbert Sauner. Margaret is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, John L. “Jack” Eing, a daughter, Kelly (Dempsey) Carruthers, a son, Andrew (Nancy) Eing, grandchildren, Olivia, Evan, Cory, Cody, and Shelby, brother, Jack Earl (Nila) Sauner, sister Susan Marie (Dan) Carnahan, nephew Mark Alan (Diane) Sauner, great-niece, Lyndsie, and many other nieces, and nephews. The funeral service will be Tuesday at the Schoedinger Grove City Chapel, 3920 Broadway, Grove City. A private inurnment will be held at a later date at Mowrystown Cemetery, Whiteoak. Contributions in Margaret’s memory may be made to Mount Carmel Hospice, American Cancer Society, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or the charity of the donor’s choice.

EISENMAN, Daniel Eisenman (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/br-dan-eisenman-cpps) Brother Daniel Eisenman, C.PP.S., died Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Mercer Community Hospital, Coldwater, Ohio, of complications from COVID-19. At 88, he was the oldest living religious brother in the Cincinnati Province of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. Brother Daniel was born on February 16, 1932, in Center Line, MI, to John and Mabel (Doran) Eisenman. He entered the Congregation in 1945 at Brunnerdale, the Missionaries’ former high school seminary outside of Canton, Ohio, and was professed a religious brother on Sept. 8, 1952. Brother Daniel devoted his life to the support of his Congregation. After his profession, he was assigned to the Community’s farm in Burkettsville, Ohio. In 1955, he went to work at Messenger Press, which was founded by the C.PP.S. at St. Charles Center, then a seminary, in Carthagena, Ohio. Brother Dan worked as a press operator for 21 years. In 1976, he was assigned to outdoor maintenance at St. Charles. For more than 35 years, he planted hundreds of annuals and tended to the flowerbeds; mowed and took on other landscaping tasks. He painted rooms and hallways in the winter months. Brother Dan also helped his fellow Missionaries in other ways. For many years, he delivered meals from the kitchen to the infirmary, and helped the priests and brothers who could no longer feed themselves. He was a Mass server in St. Charles’ Assumption Chapel for decades. Brother Dan retired in 2009. He is survived by one brother, Charles (Pat), Shelby Township, MI; and numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers and their wives, John (Ruth) and Joseph (Alice); and three sisters Lucille (John) Yasenchak, Delores (Ferd) Grobbel, and Joan Eisenman. Throughout his life as a religious brother, Brother Daniel did what his Community asked him to do. He knew nothing about farming when he was sent to work on the farm, but did so cheerfully. When he was sent to the print shop, he knew nothing about printing, but was willing to learn. It was in working outside that he was happiest, that and worshiping in the chapel, which he said was his favorite place at St. Charles. But he found all of his work for his religious community fulfilling. He wanted to be of service. “That’s what a religious brother does,” he said. “Help out wherever you can.” When not working, he loved being on the golf course, and was still playing up until his final days. He started out with fishing as a hobby, he once said, but switched to golf when he found out “you don’t have to clean the golf balls like you have to clean the fish.” Ask him about his handicap, and he would reply, “My arthritis.” While he spent most of his time at St. Charles, he developed many good friends in the area who will miss his quick smile and genial manner. Because St. Charles Center remains closed to the public, a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated privately. Burial will follow in the Community cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, Cincinnati Province. Hogenkamp Funeral Home St. Henry is handling the arrangements.

EISERT, Anna Rebecca Eisert (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 3 November 2016) Anna Rebecca Eisert, of Wapakoneta, gained her angel wings and soared to Heaven in the late evening hours of November 3, 2016 at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus. Although her time here on Earth was all too short, she was the cherished daughter of Craig Allen & Erin Rebecca (Blanchard) Eisert Jr., for 1 year, 11 months, and 15 days. She was born on November 18, 2014, in Lima, Ohio. Survivors also include her paternal grandparents, Craig & Christina Eisert Sr. and Robin Eisert, all of Wapakoneta; maternal grandparents, John & Catherine Blanchard, of Botkins; paternal great-grandparents, James & Barbara Eisert and Linda Stolzenburg, all of Wapakoneta; maternal great-grandmother, Carol Malz, of Aurora; four aunts & uncles, Alex Edson of Wapakoneta, Sara & Joseph Lammers of New Knoxville, Katie & Ernesto Casillas of Botkins, and John L. & Jennifer Blanchard of New Bremen and ten cousins, Olivia, William, Elizabeth, Samuel, Nicholas, Johnny, Josephine, Johanna, Jacob, and Andrew. Anna’s brief time here was filled with love and light, even through her fight with Neuroblastoma. She could only be described as ornery and sassy, a true Daddy’s Girl. Handling her treatments with a grace and determination well beyond her age, she was a source of inspiration. If the weather was nice, she loved to be outside. Taking golf cart rides with her grandparents was a special treat. Anna enjoyed swinging and doodling with sidewalk chalk, or splashing in the pool when she was able. She loved bath time too, and drawing on papers, or occasionally the fridge. Her favorite playmates were her cousins and she was an exceptional momma to her doll, “Baby”. Anna loved eating Padrone’s cheese stuffed breadsticks. They were her comfort food, when nothing else sounded good. She was drawn to anything with a musical beat. While Anna was open to all genres, she was just starting to sing along to soundtrack of her favorite movie, Tangled. Although Anna’s time with us here is done, we take comfort in believing she is flying free in Heaven. As Rapunzel sings, “For like the first time ever, I'm completely free! I could go running and racing and dancing and chasing and leaping and bounding. Hair flying, heart pounding and splashing and reeling and finally feeling, now's when my life begins!” A Celebration of Life Service will be Thursday, November 10, 2016 at Immanuel United Church of Christ, Kettlersville. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. The family would like to invite everyone to wear bright colors, especially pink or purple. Memorial contributions may be made in Anna’s Memory to the Dayton Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Unit.

EISERT, Ralph L. Eisert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 July 2008) Ralph L. Eisert, age 91, of Wapakoneta, died Friday, July 11, 2008, at Wapakoneta Manor. He was born Nov. 21, 1916, in Clay Township, Auglaize County, a son of George A. and Minnie (Wehrle) Eisert, and they preceded him in death. On May 5, 1945, he married Rose Mary Reineke, and she preceded him in death July 17, 2007. He is survived by a son, William (Mary Lou) Eisert of Wapakoneta; a daughter-in-law, Jo A. Eisert of Wapakoneta, seven grandchildren, Melissa Cornwell, Stacey Liles, Brandi Eisert, Amanda (Michael) Randolph, Stephanie (Douglas) Miller, Rebecca (Zach) Ryan, and Jason Langhals; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Eileen (Irwin) Baumer of Minster. He was also preceded in death by a son, Michael R. Eisert; two sisters, Martha Eisert and Leota Koenig; and three brothers, Cletus, Melvin and Howard Eisert. He was a cattle salesman with Producers Livestock, Wapakoneta, where he had worked for more than 62 years. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta, and its former Holy Name Society. A U.S. Army veteran, he served in North Africa during World War II. He was a member of the K of C, Council 1272, the DAV, Chapter 73, and the American Legion, Post 330, all of Wapakoneta. A Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. Burial followed in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wapakoneta, where military rites were conducted by the Wapakoneta VFW. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wapakoneta Manor Activity Fund.

EISERT, Robert V. Eisert (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 26 June 2018) Robert V. “Bob” Eisert, age 83, of Wapakoneta, passed away Tuesday June 26, 2018 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born on December 31, 1934 in Lima, OH to Albert & Louise (Schnippel) Eisert who preceded him in death. On May 11, 1957 he married Marilyn Hollenbacher and she survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors include three children; Deb (Kevin) Sailor of Jackson Center, Brett (Becky) Eisert, Alan (Michele) Eisert both of Wapakoneta and a granddaughter, Elizabeth Sailor. He was preceded in death by a sister, Doris Bower. Bob served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1957. He owned and operated Eisert Plumbing and Heating for 43 years until his retirement. He was a member of the Wapakoneta Lions Club for over 40 years. He enjoyed woodworking and gardening. Private family services will be held at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the Wapakoneta Lions Club.

EITING, Evelyn C. Eiting (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421269) Evelyn C. Eiting, age 84, formerly of Eiting Rd. Minster, Ohio and was in Otterbein St. Marys for 1½ years, died Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at Otterbein St., Marys. She was born December 1, 1927 in Maria Stein, Ohio to the late William & Mary (Buening) Overman. She married Wilmer Eiting on March 3, 1962. He preceded her in death on April 11, 1973. She is survived by her daughter Elaine & Eric Roemer of Ancona, IL, grandchildren Jason & Isaac, sister; Joanne Vondenhueval, New Bremen, sister-in-law Mary Ann Overman, St. Marys, brother-in-law Kenneth Eiting, Minster, sister-in-law Ethel Joyce, Vandalia. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and brothers & sister: Irene Lallemand, Leroy Overman, Victor Overman, Eugene Overman, and Edgar Overman. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. Evelyn was a collector of Precious Moments, Beanie Babies & figurines and she loved her grandsons. She was a homemaker at the farm, a nanny in Dayton, worked at White Mountain Creamery and retired from Goodyear. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, April 28, 2012 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster has been entrusted with the services. Burial will take place in St. Augustine Cemetery. The family requests memorials be made to the Alzheimer's Association and the Minster Firing Squad.

EITING, Kenneth J Eiting (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – April 9, 2013) Kenneth J Eiting, age 79, of Minster, passed away peacefully from a sudden illness on Saturday, April 6, 2013. He was born on Aug. 2, 1933, and was married to the late Irma (Klosterman) Eiting. Ken is survived by his children and their spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: by Tim and Kristy Eiting of New Bremen and their children Matt, Craig and Tyler; Linda and Dave Garke of Coldwater, and their children Rebecca, Ashley and Greg, Jacob and Melissa; and great-grandchildren Luka and Graclyn, Nick Eiting of Anna, Vickie and Jeff Wuebker of McCartyville and their children, Ben and Kyle. Also surviving is a sister, Ethel Joyce of Vandalia. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. Ken was a member of the St Augustine Parish, the Brown Swiss Association, a veteran of the Korean War, Firing Squad for the American Legion, and a past member of the Minster Historical Society. His gift of giving continues as both Ken and Irma have been committed in the area of medicine and have offered themselves for study at Wright State University School of Medicine. No viewing will be held. A mass will be held Thursday at St. Augustine Church, Minster. At that time flowers will be accepted to beautify the church in his memory. All donations in his name will be given to the Firing Squad of the American Legion.

ELBERFELD, Beverly Vandale Elberfeld (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 April 2009) Beverly Vandale Elberfeld, age 67, of Gallipolis, died Sunday, April 5, 2009, at the Holzer Medical Center. She was born in Spencer WV, on March 27, 1942, a daughter of the late Charles Beverly and Helen Goad Vandale. She was married to Stephan Renner Elberfeld and he preceded her in death on June 2, 2006. She is survived by her daughters, Rebecca Bliss Elberfeld (Jack) Hoge of New Knoxville, Kate Elberfeld (Lenny) Blosser of Gallipolis; grandchildren Meta Helen Hoge, Jacob Stephan, Hanah Nichole McCormick; sister and brother-in-law Anita Vandale (Gus) Tuason of Wentchee, WV; a brother-in-law and sister- in-law Allan (Nora) Elberfeld of Tupper Plains and several nieces and nephews. She was a homemaker and a charter Member of the New Life Lutheran Church of Gallipolis, and attended West Virginia University. Services will be Wednesday, at the Willis Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Beech Grove Cemetery in Pomeroy. In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be directed to the Holzer Hospice, 100 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, OH 45631.

ELDRIDGE, Jeanette Eldridge (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – February 27, 2015) Jeanette Eldridge, age 80, of 227 North Augustus Street, Saint Marys, OH, died Friday, February 27, 2015, at Heritage Manor Nursing Home, Minster, OH. She was born December 1, 1934, in Pineville, KY; the daughter of John L. and Myrtle (Partin) Martin. She married Ralph Eldridge on September 1, 1956, in Middlesboro, KY, and he preceded her in death on August 31, 2000. She is survived by her 2 children: Rhonda Thielbar of Saint Marys; Tim (Tammy) Eldridge of New Knoxville; 1 grandson, Preston Eldridge of Saint Marys; 5 step-grandchildren, Kelli Clark of Ft. Drum, NY; David Clark, II of Colorado Springs, CO; Adame Clark of Celina; Sara Clark of New Knoxville; Michael Keesler of Ft. Wayne, IN; Emily Thielbar of Grover Hill, OH; 2 brothers: Huston (Ann) Martin of Norfolk, VA; Carl Martin of Arlington, TX; by her sister-in-law Delores Martin of Dayton, OH; and her brother-in-law, Lowell Colwell of Saint Marys. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, her siblings Dillard Martin, Fran Colwell, Garrette Martin and Bill Martin. Jeanette was a 1954 graduate of Bell County High School, Pineville, KY, where she was valedictorian of her class. She attended Cincinnati Business College. She retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys, Ohio, where she had been a machine operator. She enjoyed sewing and quilting. She loved to cook and share food with her many friends and neighbors and she authored a cookbook. She will be remembered for her very warm, friendly personality and will be dearly missed. She had been a very active member of Samaria Missionary Baptist Church in Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be Thursday, March 5, 2015, at Samaria Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys is handling the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given to the Samaria Missionary Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Fund.

ELEY, Billy O. Eley (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – May 11, 2012) Billy O. “Bill” Eley, age 85, of Haines City, FL, formerly of Spencerville, died Thursday, May 10, 2012, at Winterhaven Hospital in Florida, following a six-year kidney ailment. He was born on July 26, 1926, in Lima, to Edgar C. and Naomi E. Hasting Eley, and they preceded him in death. On June 28, 1952, he married Phyllis Ann Faurot, and she survives in Florida. He is also survived by 1 daughter, Kayleen (Bev) Vance of Columbus; 1 granddaughter; 1 grandson; 1 great-grandson; 2 sisters; and 1 sister-in-law. He served in the Navy in the South Pacific during World War II. Funeral services will be Sunday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will be held at a later date in Maplewood Cemetery, east of Spencerville. Military rites will follow the services at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Acadia Lodge or to the Trinity Church Memorial Funds.

ELKING, Clara J. Elking (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421027) Clara J. Elking, age 84, of Coldwater, died Monday, September 1, 2014 at Stone Springs Nursing Home, Vandalia. She was born January 4, 1930 in Union, to the late Joseph & Margaret (Sleppy) Stine. Her husband of 52 years, Donald Elking, survives in Coldwater. She is also survived by five children, Carol & Steve Kennedy of Dayton, Joseph Elking & Denise Dobberstein of Miamisburg, Kevin & Nancy Igli of Arkansas, Sheryl & Doug Kuhn of Celina and Connie & Mike Fuller of Celina, nine grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and a sister-in-law, Helen Stine of Englewood. She was preceded in death by a brother Donald Stine. She was a member of the West Milton American Legion Auxiliary and the Celina Moose Auxiliary. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, September 5 at St. Christopher Catholic Church, Vandalia. Burial will follow in Royal Oak Cemetery, Brookville. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

ELKING, Donald P. Elking (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1639290) Donald P. Elking, age 82, of Coldwater, passed away Friday, August 7, 2015 at Brookhaven Nursing Home in Brookville. He was born March 17, 1933 in Mercer County, Ohio, to the late Joseph & Anna (Leugers) Elking. He was preceded in death by his wife Clara J. (Stine) in 2014. He is survived by five children, Carol & Steve Kennedy of Dayton, Joseph Elking & Denise Dobberstein of Miamisburg, Kevin & Nancy Igli of Arkansas, Sheryle & Doug Kuhn of Celina and Connie & Mike Fuller of Celina, nine grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and a brother Paul & Mary Ann Elking. He is also preceded in death by a grandchild, a brother George Elking and a sister Clara & Roland Adams. He was a member of the Coldwater American Legion, Coldwater Eagles and the Celina Moose. Don was a veteran of the US Army. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, August 13 at St. Christopher Catholic Church, Vandalia. Burial with military rites will follow in Royal Oak Cemetery, Brookville. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

ELKING, Eleanor R. Elking (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=73258594_EElking) Eleanor R. Elking, age 94, of Chickasaw, died Sunday, March 26, 2017 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. She was born November 25, 1922 in Philothea, to the late Joseph & Katherine (Dues) Abels. She married Maurice A. Elking on September 25, 1948, and he died January 15, 2003. She is also survived by children, Cynthia Elking of Medway, Daniel Elking of Chickasaw and Patrick & Janet Elking of St. Henry; son-in-law David Knapke of St. Henry; 5 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; in-laws, Eileen Schmitz of Ft. Recovery, Marie Riethman of McCartyville, Charles & Lillkian Elking of Hillsboro, Rita Elking of New Bremen and Matilda Elking of Chickasaw. She was preceded in death by a daughter Kathleen Knapke, she was the last of ten children. She was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church in Chickasaw, its ladies sodality, and was a cook at Marion Local Schools for many years. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, March 31, 2017 at Precious Blood Church, Chickasaw. Burial will follow in Precious Blood Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements.

ELKING, Jill E. Elking (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 September 2010) Jill E. Elking, age 37, of 230 N. Water St., New Bremen, died Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2010 at her residence, of natural causes. She was born on Aug. 4, 1973, in Sidney. She was the daughter of Gerald and Marilyn (Leugers) Siegel and they survive in New Bremen. On June 6, 2008 she married Andy Elking and he survives in New Bremen. She is survived by her brothers, Jerry Siegel of Minster and Jess and Sheri Siegel of New Bremen; her maternal grandmother, Mary Leugers of Minster; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mike and Lois Elking of New Bremen; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Greg and Stephanie Elking of New Bremen; and her nephews and niece, Zach and Troy Siegel and Aly, Spencer and Carter Elking, all of New Bremen. Jill was a member of the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. She was a 1992 graduate of Minster High School and for the past 11 years she worked on the custodial staff at the New Bremen Schools. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. Burial will follow at the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen. Gilberg- Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stefanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research.

ELKING, Matilda E. Elking (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=04270773_MElking) Matilda E. Elking, age 95, of Chickasaw, died Friday, May 11, 2018 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater. She was born October 30, 1922 in Chickasaw, to the late John B. & Anna M. (Bruns) Knapke. On June 7, 1947 she married Roman J. Elking and he died June 16, 1974. She is survived by children: Patricia & Victor Klosterman of Chickasaw, Gerald & Sandra Elking of Henderson, NC, Teresa & Ronald Hoying of Cincinnati, Susan & J. Wayne Richmond of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL and William & Donna Elking of Maria Stein; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; siblings and in-laws: Mary Ann Klosterman of Montezuma, Florentine Moeller of Chickasaw, Robert & Virginia Knapke of Minster, Rita Elking of New Bremen, Marie Riethman of McCartyville and Charles & Lillian Elking of Hillsboro. She is also preceded in death by siblings and in-laws: Armella & Walter Rawers, Olive & Clem Miller, Norbert & Katherine Knapke, Leo & Rita Knapke, Agnes & Cletus Hemmelgarn, Hilda & Linus Brunswick, Paul Klosterman, Arthur Moeller, Paul Knapke, Edna & Leonard Heitkamp, Louis Elking, Maurice & Eleanor Elking, Ed & Marita Elking and Bernard Riethman. Tillie graduated from Minster High School in 1941 and started working at Western Union in Dayton, then Marion Local School cafeteria and finally Crown Control in New Bremen. She was a member of Precious Blood Church in Chickasaw, the ladies sodality of the church, caring ministry, and the resurrection choir. She was also a member of the Chickasaw Ladies Auxiliary of the V.F.W., the Adoration Guild and volunteered at the spiritual center. Tillie enjoyed crocheting, playing cards, following the Marion Local Flyers and the Cincinnati Reds. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, May 17, 2018 at Precious Blood Church in Chickasaw. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Center for Neurological Development or the Maria Stein Shrine.

ELLINGER, Florence Electa Ellinger (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 December 2010) Florence Electa Ellinger, age 96, formerly of Ohio City, died Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at Wapakoneta Manor Nursing Home in Wapakoneta. She was born on Dec. 24, 1913, in Van Wert County, the daughter of Lewis C. and Pearl (Ellsworth) Emerich, and they preceded her in death. In April 1935, she married Charles Glenn Mace, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 12, 1951. On June 8, 1957, she married Walter Homer Ellinger, and he preceded her in death on June 25, 2000. She is survived by her daughter, Helen M. (Milo) Keith of New Knoxville; her stepson, Jerome Scott (Jaralee) Ellinger of North Myrtle Beach, SC; two grandchildren, Pamela (Tom) James of Delaware, Brenda (Dwain) Meckstroth of New Knoxville; five step-grandchildren, Gregg, Doug, Matthew, Neil Ellinger, Cathy Hanson; four great-grandchildren and 11 step-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her grandson, Michael Keith; her great-granddaughter, Samantha James and her sisters, Ruth Goodwin, Mary Loeschner. She retired from Federal Mogul Corp., Van Wert, after working for 30 years as an inspector. She was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Van Wert for 50 years. Funeral services will be Friday at Cowan and Son Funeral Home in Van Wert. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery at Van Wert. Memorial donations may be directed to Van Wert County Humane Society or Auglaize County Humane Society.

ELLINGER, Virgil E. Ellinger (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 January 2009) Virgil E. (Gene) Ellinger, age 84, 1706 Meadowview Drive in Celina, died Jan., 1, 2009, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home in Celina. He was born on July 4, 1924, in Ohio City, a son of the late Perry W. and Pearl Mae (Gerard) Ellinger. On Sept. 12, 1948, he married Nancy (Ganci) who survives in Celina. He is also survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Walter (Wally) Ellinger of Celina, Sal (Paula) Ellinger of Swanton, Ron (Keri) Ellinger of Celina, Tom (Terrie) Ellinger of Cincinnati, John (Betsy) Ellinger of Celina, Neil Ellinger of Dayton; daughter and son-in-law Nancy (Mike) Allen of Celina; eight grandchildren; three step- grandchildren; six step-greatgrandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law; and a brother-in-law. He was preceded in death by five brothers; and a sister. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Burial will follow in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Celina Area Visiting Nurses and Hospice.

ELLIOTT, Pearl Naomi Elliott (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 June 2008) Pearl Naomi Elliott, age 44, of 207 E. Pearl St., Rockford, died Monday, June 9, 2008, at her residence. She was born Dec. 20, 1963, in Celina, a daughter of Kenneth Lee and Clara Lee (Richards) Matthews Huston Sr. Her father preceded her in death and her mother survives in Celina. She is survived by a husband, Mark Elliott of Rockford. She is also survived by two stepsons, Craig (Annette) Elliott and Kyle Elliott both of Findlay; four brothers; a sister; two sisters-in-law; a brother-in-law; and two step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a stepfather, Glenn Matthews. Funeral services will be Friday, at Abounding Grace Church of God. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens.

ELLIS, David L. Ellis (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 1 December 2008) David L. Ellis, age 72, of Wapakoneta, died Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born June 17, 1936, in Alexandria, IN, a son of Marvin and Violetta (Harrison) Ellis and they preceded him in death. On Feb. 14, 1982, he married Evalyn Jean Shaner and she survives. He is also survived by four children, Barbara Jean (Ron) Swygert of Alger, Pam (David) Gresock of Cleveland, Amy (John) Derr, David L. (Lori) Ellis Jr., both of Findlay; four stepchildren, Dianna (Mike) Lafon of Bellefontaine, Kerry (Cynthia) Hasting of Wapakoneta, Kelly Hasting (Charles) Beller of Springfield, Carl Darren (Tracy) Hasting of Seattle, WA; 30 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; three brothers; three sisters. He was also preceded in death by a son, Delbert Ellis; a sister; and a brother. A veteran of the U. S. Army, he served in Germany with the 3rd Armor Division. Funeral services will be Tuesday, at the Long and Folk Chapel of Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, 13 S. Blackhoof St., Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Fairmount Cemetery, near Uniopolis. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

ELLIS, Dennis Ellis (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dennis Ellis, 55, of 217 South Vine Street, St. Marys, OH, died Saturday, March 10, 2007 in the Emergency Department of Joint Township Hospital. He was born September 12, 1951, in Celina, OH the son of Bevan and Laura (Chilcoat) Ellis. They preceded him in death. He is survived by his lifelong partner, Connie Sawmiller of St. Marys, OH. He is survived by a daughter, Patty Ellis, of St. Marys, OH; sons Tom Eversman, Kevin Sawmiller, Randy Sawmiller, all three of St. Marys, OH; ten grandchildren; a brother, Bob Ellis, of St. Marys, OH; sisters Sandy (Richard) Sadler, of Wapak, OH; and Cindy (Roger) Bonifas, Lora (Jim) Moyar, and Becky (Andy) Sell, all three of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents; by one daughter, Christina Sawmiller; by one brother, Tom Ellis. Dennis was a graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He had served in the Ohio National Guard. He had retired from the Saint Marys Foundry. He enjoyed fishing, watching professional wrestling and NASCAR events. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 14, 2007, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys, OH. Memorial donations may be directed to the family.

ELLIS, Doris F. Ellis (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 November 2009) Doris F. Ellis, age 85, 325 S. Brandon Ave., Celina, died Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center in Van Wert. She was born Dec. 25, 1923, in Mercer County, a daughter of Ralph Dysert and Carried Anderson. On Nov. 1, 1941, she married Dale Ellis, he preceded her in death October 1981. She is survived by a daughter, Sharon (Charles) Sapp of Rockford,; two grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; three step-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; three step-great-great- grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

ELLIS, Dorothy M. Ellis (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 April 2009) Dorothy M. Ellis, age 80, 7078 State Route 118, Celina, died Sunday April 5, 2009, at Dayton Heart Hospital. She was born May 22, 1928, in Coldwater, a daughter of Edward and Edith (Schoen) Fox, both preceded her in death. On Feb. 4, 1948, she married Roger Lee Ellis, he preceded her in death Jan. 19, 2008. She is survived by five daughters, Peg (Larry) Link of New Bremen, Sherry (Bob) Lauber of St. Henry, Barb (Dave) Brockman of North Star, Sandy (Steve) Weitzel of Burkettsville, Lynda (Tim) Griesdorn of Coldwater; a brother; three half-brothers; two half-sisters; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by three sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, at Immaculate Conception Church in Celina. Burial will follow at St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina. W. H Dick and Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements.

ELLIS, Kenneth W. Ellis (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 31 January 2019) Kenneth W. "Bob" "Julio" Ellis, age 65, of St. Marys, OH died Thursday January 31, 2019 at his residence. He was born January 27, 1954 in St. Marys, OH to Bevan and Laura Bell (Chilcoat) Ellis. Survivors include his wife Tammy Minnich of St. Marys, OH; 2 daughters Krissi (Bob) Mahan Sallie of Flatwoods, KY; Sheila (Josh) Joseph of St. Marys, OH; 1 son Shane (Kari Fox) Minnich of Celina, OH; 5 grandchildren: Raeh, Emma, Michaela, Ethan and Kelsie; 3 sisters Sandy Sadler; Lora Moyer; Becky (Andy "Tate") Sell all three of St. Marys, OH; and numerous members of the extended Minnich family. Preceded in death by his parents Bevan and Laura Bell Ellis; sister Cindy Bonifas; brother Denny Ellis; and brother Tom Ellis. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1972). He was a self-employed auto body technician. For many years. His favorite pastimes included woodworking, watching professional wrestling on television, NASCAR, Facebook, and spending time with his grandchildren.

ELLIS, Margaret R. Ellis (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Margaret R. "Maggie" Ellis, age 78, of Celina, died January 15, 2012 at her daughter's residence. Born in Celina on March 28, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Earl E. and Roie A. (Gaskill) Vorhees. Maggie married Charles E. Ellis on December 24, 1954 and he preceded her in death on November 29, 1991. Survivors are 1 daughter and son-in-law, Debra (Jim) Fishbaugh and 1 granddaughter, Angela Fishbaugh, all of Celina; 1 sister, Marcille Smith, of Celina; along with nieces and nephews. Preceding Maggie in death were a brother, Paul Vorhees and a sister, Avanell Baker. She attended Celina City Schools and had been a homemaker. Hobbies of Maggie's were fishing and feeding ducks on the lake. She had enjoyed spoiling an outdoor cat with special treats. Shopping was also a favorite pastime. Private visitation will be held for the family. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, January 18th at North Grove Cemetery, Celina. Memorials in Maggie's memory may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice or the family.

ELLIS, Marjorie B. Ellis (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 June 2015) Marjorie B. Ellis, age 94, of Celina, died Monday, June 1, 2015, at the Van Wert Area Inpatient Hospice Center, Van Wert. She was born on July 14, 1920, in Celina, to Edward and Florence (Nungester) Eichenauer. She married the Rev. Robert Ellis on April 9, 1939, they were together for 76 wonderful years and he survives in Celina. Other survivors include 1 daughter, Barbara Sue (Ernest L.) Draper of Celina; 2 sisters 2 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Preceded in death by a brother, two sisters and a grandson. Funeral services will be Saturday in the Cisco Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will follow at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina. Contributions can be made to Van Wert Area Inpatient Hospice Center, Van Wert.

ELLIS, Mary Kaye Handwerker Ellis (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=10844030_MEllis) Mary Kay (Handwerker) Ellis, age 80, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully Sunday August 12th, 2018 at Celina Manor, Celina, Ohio, where she had made her home for the past four years. She was born March 22nd, 1938 in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Bill & Louise (Graef) Handwerker. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, Montezuma, Ohio. Mary Kay graduated from Fairborn High School and served in the US Navy. She retired from Briarwood Nursing Home, Coldwater, Ohio. Mary Kay is survived by her beloved children, siblings and many nieces and nephews: son, Michael Ellis of Van Wert, grandson, Seth (Emily) Ellis, and three great-grandchildren, Madison, Parker, Lincoln Ellis, all of Sidney. Mary Kay is also survived by her step-children from her late husband Roger Ellis: Kathy Ellis Burns, Linda Brock, Lori Cummins, and Randy (Patty) Ellis, brothers and sisters, Jack (Carol) Handwerker of Celina, Helen Sharp of Fairborn, Rosanne (Richard) Eichelberger of Virginia and Tom (Brenda) Handwerker of New York and niece Jeannie Handwerker (Ricardo) Fortuna of Huber Heights. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at Mary Help of Christians Church, 954 N. Maple St., Fairborn, OH 45324. Burial with military rites will follow at Fairfield Cemetery, 720 Clover St., Fairborn. In lieu of flowers donations in Mary’s name may be made to the VFW, American Legion or Hospice.

ELLIS, Orval E. Ellis (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Orval E. Ellis, 86, of 922 Motz Street, Saint Marys, died Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at his residence. He was born May 1, 1922, in Portland, IN, the son of Harry and Ada (Smith) Ellis. He married Winona “Dana” Carmean on June 25, 1949; she preceded him in death in 1985. He is survived by his 3 children: Neil (Jaculin) Ellis of Saint Marys; Melanie (Tom) Guillozet of Piqua; Lindsey (Julie) Ellis of Grand Junction, CO; by 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; by 3 sisters: Betty Schroeder of Midland, MI; Dorothy Anderson of Bluffton, OH; Marjorie Poor of Hoagland, IN; by 2 brothers: Chalmer Ellis of Bay City, MI; and Vearl Ellis of Van Wert, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, 2 sisters: Crystal Sherman and Sarah Granger; and by 2 brothers: Leonard and Kenneth Ellis. Orval was a WWII veteran, serving as a staff sergeant with the 329th Infantry, Regimental Headquarters, 83rd Infantry. He landed in France on D-Day, fighting on the beaches at Normandy. He saw further action at the Battle of the Bulge, Ardennes and throughout northern France, central Europe and the Rhineland. He was the recipient of the Bronze Star for heroic achievement during battle near Culot, France, on July 6, 1944. Upon being discharged from the US Army he returned to his job with the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys, where he was employed for 43 years working on the banburries. He worked as a janitor at the United Rubber Workers’ Union Hall in Saint Marys for many years. Following the death of his wife he worked for Hunter Plumbing and Heating, Celina, as a handyman. Orval was a skilled carpenter and jack of all trades. His life was centered on his family and his work. He enjoyed working out of doors and kept busy caring for the neighborhood wildlife. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial donations may be directed to the ALS (Lou Gehrig’s) Foundation, American Heart Fund or the PSA Three Agency on Aging.

ELLIS, Roger L. Ellis (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Roger L. Ellis, age 79, 7078 State Route 118, Celina, died Jan. 19, 2008, at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. He was born Oct. 16, 1928, in Celina to Ernest and Lucy West Ellis. He married Dorothy Fox Ellis, who survives. Other survivors are 5 daughters, Peg (Larry) Link, of New Bremen, Sherry (Bob) Lauber, of St. Henry, Barb (Dave) Brockman, of North Star, Sandy (Steve) Weitzel and Lynda (Tim) Griesdorn, all of Coldwater; 2 sisters Ruth (Jim) Rhodes and Phyllis (Bob) Maier, all of Celina; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Ellis, of Chickasaw; 14 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Deceased are three brothers, Raymond, Owen "Bud" and Rex Ellis. He retired from Pax Steel Products in Coldwater and was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Celina. Burial is at St. Marys Catholic Cemetery, Celina. Memorials can be made to the church or for masses.

ELSASS, Charles F. Elsass (Abstracted from the Jan 9, 1940, Lima News) Wapakoneta -- Charles F. Elsass, age 61, of Wapakoneta Route 4, died Monday at Memorial hospital, from injuries received Dec 29 in an auto accident four miles east of Uniopolis. He is survived by his widow, Emma and one son, Fred, at home; four brothers; John and Samuel of Wapakoneta; Michael of Jackson Center, and Christ of Wapakoneta, Route 5, and five sisters; Mrs. Adam Rinehart, Mrs. Lewis Blank and Mrs. Mary Kemper of Wapakoneta; Mrs. Lewis Mann of Wapakoneta, Route 5, and Mrs. William Schuman of St. John's, Route 1. The body will remain at the Umbaugh and Bayliff funeral home where funeral services will be held and burial will be in Fairmount cemetery, near Uniopolis. Funeral services will be at the Umbaugh and Bayliff funeral home, Cridersville and burial will be in Fairmount cemetery.

ELSASS, Donna L. Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 November 2020) Donna L. Elsass, age 92, of Cridersville, and formerly of rural Wapakoneta, passed Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020 at Otterbein - Cridersville. She was born Dec. 9, 1927 in Logan Township, Auglaize County to the late Farrell M. and Malinda Casperson Bruner. On Sept. 29, 1946, she married Donald Harold 'Sandy' Elsass who passed Jan. 26, 1989. Mrs. Elsass retired after 33 years as a bookkeeper with Buckland Co-Op. She was a member of the Buckland United Church of Christ where she had been an elder and deacon of the church. She had volunteered at Joint Township Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, belonged to the Red Hat Society and enjoyed traveling. Her greatest joy and love was being a mother and grandmother. She is survived by three sons: Sanford D. (Abigail) Elsass of Boston, MA, Randy J. (Karen) Elsass of Minster and Tom F. (Debbie) Elsass of Wapakoneta; eight grandchildren: Max (Katie Mae) Elsass of Columbus, Katie (Eric) Dicke of Wapakoneta, Travis (April) Elsass of Minster, Jason Elsass of Wapakoneta, Chloe Elsass of Boulder, CO, Logan (Rip) Rice of Winter Park, FL, Ashley (Zeb) Schroeder of Columbus and Donald (Hilary) Elsass of Columbus and seven great-grandchildren: Ellie Elsass, Chelsea Elsass, Bennett Elsass, Astible Rice, Finn Rice, Scarlett Schroeder and Ryke Schroeder. She was preceded in death by a son, Tobias H. Elsass, who passed on Nov. 5; a brother, Howard Bruner and a sister, Doris Bruner. Funeral services will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday at Buckland United Church of Christ, Buckland. Burial will follow in Buckland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Buckland United Church of Christ or St. Marys Joint Township Hospital Volunteer's Fund.

ELSASS, Ethel N. Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 December 2016) Ethel N. Elsass, age 94, of Wapakoneta, died Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, at Auglaize Acres. She was born on May 14, 1919, in Clay Township, Auglaize County, the daughter of Gust F.A. and Barbara (Klopfenstein) Helmlinger, who preceded her in death. On Nov. 28, 1940, she married Roger W. Elsass, and he died on March 26, 2002. Survivors include 6 children, Marvin Elsass of Wapakoneta, Loren (Tana) Elsass of Wapakoneta, Myron (Debbie) Elsass of Springboro, Wanda (Nathan) Sell of Wapakoneta, Sandra (John) Wierwille of New Bremen and Lynn (Annette) Elsass of Wapakoneta, 16 grandchildren, 11 great--grandchildren, two sisters and a sister-in-law. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sondra Elsass, a daughter-in-law, Judith Elsass, a grandson, a brother and a brother-in-law. Funeral service will be Monday at the St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Clay Township. Burial is to follow in the St. Mark's Cemetery. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements.

ELSASS, Frances Jean Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 June 2008) Frances Jean Elsass, age 79, of Wapakoneta, died Saturday, May 31, 2008, at her residence. She was born April 17, 1929, in Pusheta Township, Auglaize County, a daughter of Morrie and Florence (Miller) Seitz and they preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by a stepmother, Myrtle Kantner. On Jan. 17, 1948, she married Christian Elsass and he preceded her in death Jan. 12, 1999. She is survived by a son, Rick (Susan) Elsass of Sidney; two grandsons, Todd (Erin) Elsass and Jared (Robin) Elsass, and three sisters-in-law, Margaret Elsass, Helen Elsass, and Pat Elsass. She was also preceded in death by numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. A homemaker, she retired in 1991 as a secretary after 38½ years of service with the Superior Tube Company, Wapakoneta. A member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, she was also a member of the VFW Post 8445, Auxiliary, both of Wapakoneta. She enjoyed spending time with her family, and traveling. She was a 1947 graduate of Blume High School. Funeral services will be Wednesday, at the St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Mark's Lutheran Church or to the charity of the donor's choice.

ELSASS, Jarrod L. Elsass (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 18 July 2018) Jarrod L. Elsass, age 33, of East Liberty, formerly of Wapakoneta passed away on Wednesday July 18, 2018. He was born in Columbus, OH on April 21, 1985 to Larry J. (Teri) Elsass of East Liberty and Mary A. (Terry) Hummel of Ft. Recovery. Survivors include three children, Aiden, Riley, Nevaeh; three sisters, Nicki (Nick) Saam of Cridersville, Carrie (Jim) Jones of Buckland, Darcie Elsass of Ft. Wayne and a paternal grandmother Janelda Elsass of Celina. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Ted J. Elsass; paternal grandmother, Marlene Arrandale; maternal grandfather Robert E. Stahl; maternal grandmother Keturah M. Stahl and a nephew Noah I. Weber. Jarrod was a 2003 graduate of Wapakoneta High School. He worked at Midwest Express in Marysville. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working with dogs and horses. He was a member of the Logan County, Ohio Horseman’s Council. He also enjoyed golfing and helped with his son’s wrestling team. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta is entrusted with the arrangements. Private family services and burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Wapakoneta at a later date. Memorial contribution may be directed to Larry Elsass for Jarrod’s children’s education.

ELSASS, Katherine C. Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 30, 2011) Katherine C. “Katie” Elsass, age 85, of Wapakoneta, died Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011, at her residence. She was born on April 7, 1926, in Auglaize County, to Bernard and Matilda (Volbert) Watercutter, and they preceded her in death. On Sept. 15, 1947, she married Ralph G. Elsass, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 10, 1994. She is survived by 3 children, Michael (Teresa) Elsass of Columbus, Joyce (Michael) Schaub and Patty (Todd) Minnich, both of Wapakoneta; 9 grandchildren; 18 great- grandchildren; and 1 sister. She was preceded in death by a grandson; five brothers; and four sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wapakoneta. Burial will be in the Resthaven Memory Gardens near Moulton. According to her wishes, there will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Joseph Catholic Church Renovation Fund. Arrangements are being conducted by the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Wapakoneta.

ELSASS, Margaret C. Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 27 June 2013) Margaret C. Elsass, age 100, passed away June 26, 2013, at the Wapakoneta Manor. She was born on Dec. 25, 1912, to George and Mary Anne Loegel who preceded her in death. On April 8, 1934, she married Vernon Leroy Elsass, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 4, 1982. Surviving are three children, Betty and Mary Ann of Wapakoneta, and Larry of Cridersville; two grandchildren, Larry Jon of Wapakoneta and Gwen (Ed) Wilges of Fordyce, AR; two step-grandchildren, Russell Myers and Jeremy Myers; two great-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law Ruth Loegel in Athens, GA; and many nieces and nephews scattered throughout the United States. She was preceded in death by five sisters, Magdalena Barbara (Clarence) Lhamon, Elizabeth Sophia (Russ) Wayt, Bertha M. Loegel, Mary Loegel, Matilda Loegel; and four brothers Philip Loegel, Robert John (Ruth) Loegel, Carl George (Mary Ellen) Loegel, and Francis Loegel. Margaret was born and raised on the family farm on Ashburn Road, St. Johns. She was baptized, confirmed, and married in the St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Clay Township and later became a member of the St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran Church in Wapakoneta. A homemaker all her life, Margaret enjoyed taking care of her family, gardening and loved animals. She also enjoyed playing cards, quilting, and crocheting. This remarkable lady maintained a wonderful attitude and outlook throughout her life, loved to laugh and always looked for the good in others. Funeral services will be Saturday at Schlosser Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at the Resthaven Cemetery, Moulton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be directed to St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church or Mercy Unlimited in Wapakoneta.

ELSASS, Marie R. Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 16 January 2017) Marie R. Elsass, age 94, formerly of near Anna, and a resident of the Elmwood Assisted Living in New Bremen for the past year, died Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, at the Elmwood Assisted Living. She was born on April 4, 1922, near New Bremen. She was the daughter of the late Franklin Tangeman and Martha (Rudebusch) Tangeman-Hirschfeld and her stepfather Henry Hirschfeld, whom her mother had married after the death of Franklin when Marie was three years old. On June 21, 1941, she married Richard K. Elsass in Kettlersville, and he died on Aug. 23, 1980. Surviving are her children Dorothy (Stanley) Fogt of Sidney and William (Bonnie) Elsass of Anna; her grandchildren DeAnna (Rick) Ankrom, Donna Russell, Mark (Lori) Elsass, Melissa (William) Wells, Monica (Ted) Berning; 16 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; her sisters Martha Ann (Ken) Thomas of Bucyrus and Lucille Meyer of Botkins; and a number of nieces and nephews. Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by five great-great-grandchildren and her brothers LeRoy Tangeman, Merlin, Louis and Wilson Hirschfeld. Marie was a 1940 graduate of Anna High School. She had been a member of Immanuel Church in Kettlersville since 1937. There she was active in the Women's Guild and sang in the church choir for many years. The church meant a lot to Marie and was a large part of her life. She was a charter member of the homemaker's club called The Anna Work & Do Club for 40 years, which was affiliated with the Home Extension Clubs of Shelby County. She was active with the Anna Community Grange and the Granges of Shelby County for more than 60 years. She was a homemaker and helped on the family farm her entire life. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Immanuel Church in Kettlersville. Interment will follow in the Pearl Cemetery, near Sidney. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen handled the arrangements. The family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Immanuel Church Memorial Fund.

ELSASS, Mary Ann Elsass (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 25 October 2018) Mary Ann Elsass, age 73, of Wapakoneta, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family Thursday, October 25, 2018 at Otterbein Cridersville. Mary Ann was born on October 21, 1945 in Lima, OH to Vernon “Bill” L. & Margaret C. (Loegel) Elsass who preceded her in death. She is survived by a sister, Betty E. Elsass of St. Marys; a brother, Larry J. Elsass of Cridersville; a niece and 3 nephews, Gwen Wilges, Larry J. Elsass Jr., Russell W. Myers, Jeremy D. Myers; and numerous great nieces and nephews. Mary Ann was a 1963 graduate of Wapakoneta Senior High School. She then obtained an associate’s degree in accounting from Northwestern Business College in 1965. She was a secretary at West Ohio Gas Company for 30 years. She was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Wapakoneta. She enjoyed going to the casinos, watching horse and dog races and playing cards. She also enjoyed baseball especially the Cleveland Indians and the Cincinnati Reds. Most of all she enjoyed traveling on bus trips, cruises and trains. She will be remembered as a kind and thoughtful lady with a quick wit. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister-in-law Cheryl. Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Resthaven Cemetery, Moulton. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions may be directed to the donor’s choice.

ELSASS, Mary L. Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 31 October 2015) Mary L. Elsass, age 81, of 300 S. Main St., New Knoxville, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2015, at the St. Marys Living Center. She was born on July 5, 1934, in Wapakoneta, the daughter of Wilbur and Matilda (Kuck) Kiefer. She married Richard Elsass on June 26, 1954, at the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville, and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her 3 sons, Bruce Elsass of Woodbury, CT; Tad Elsass of St. Marys; and Rusty Elsass of New Knoxville; her siblings Rolland Kiefer of St. Marys; Betty Kiefer of Deland, FL and Don Kiefer of Salisbury, NC. She was preceded in death by her parents, and by a sister, June Kiefer. Mary was a 1953 graduate of New Knoxville High School. She was a homemaker and the owner of Elsass Haus Gift Shop in New Knoxville. Mary was a very talented person who loved to entertain and decorate. She was well known for her annual "Friends and Neighbors Garden Party", and for her beautiful Christmas decorations and cookie parties. Mary enjoyed making decoupage memory boards and ceramics, and she loved family gatherings. For many years she collected funds to benefit the American Cancer Society, and she was a member of the First Church of New Knoxville. She loved New Knoxville Ranger athletics, and one year named Fan of the Year. She was a member of the New Knoxville Historical Society. Mary will be remembered for her outgoing, friendly personality. Funeral rites will be Tuesday at the First Church of New Knoxville. Burial will follow at Pilger Ruhe Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to the New Knoxville Historical Society or the Radio Broadcast Fund of the Church.

ELSASS, Patricia L. Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 14 June 2013) Patricia L. "Pat" Elsass, age 83, of Wapakoneta, died Tuesday, June 11, 2013, at the Wapakoneta Manor Nursing Home in Wapakoneta, where she had resided since March 18. She was born on July 31, 1929, in Cambridge, the daughter of Albert R. and Frances Jacobs Moon, who are deceased. On Jan. 26, 1952, she married Nelson R. "Pete" Elsass, who died on Sept. 16, 2005. She is survived by three children, Michael E. (Susan) Elsass, Beverly A. Cummins, and Marcia Elsass, all of Wapakoneta; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a brother and a sister-in-law. She was preceded in death by two brothers, five brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law. Funeral services will be Saturday at St. Mark Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in the Resthaven Memory Gardens near Moulton. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home in Wapakoneta on Ohio 501 assisted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice of charity.

ELSASS, Ted J. Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 March 2018) Ted J. Elsass, age 84, of Celina, died Sunday, March 25, 2018, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. He was born Oct. 3, 1933, in Auglaize County, to the late John and Carrie (Christler) Elsass. On Jan. 3, 1981, he married Janelda "Jan" (Temple) Elsass, and she survives in Celina. Other survivors include two sons, Larry (Teri) Elsass, East Liberty, and Dale (Chris) Elsass, Jackson, MI; a brother, Richard Elsass, New Knoxville; two sisters, Marjorie Daugherty, Mich., and Sharon (Bill) Clark, Lima; two brothers-in- law, Peter Kent (Jane) Temple, Celina, and Gregg (Cynthia) Temple, Phoenix, AZ; five sisters-in-law, Cheryl Davis, Celina, Michele Temple, Queens, NY, Donna Elsass, Cridersville, Betty Elsass, Baroda, MI, and Patty Temple, Celina; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a son, Wayne Elsass; five brothers, Howard (Alice) Elsass, Warren Elsass, Gerald (JoAnn) Elsass, Donald Elsass and Rev. Ned Elsass; three sisters, Bonnie (Lloyd) Hughes, Bernice (Orlo) Whetstone and Shirley (Jim) Lageman; a sister-in-law, Mary Elsass; and two brothers-in-law, Bob Daugherty and John Douglas Temple. Ted was a 1951 graduate of Buckland High School and attended Capital University in Columbus. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after 29 years of service. He was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church, Celina, Sound Waves Barbershop Chorus and Celina American Legion Post 210. Ted enjoyed gardening, reading, singing, traveling and spending time with his family and friends. Cisco Funeral Home, Celina is handling the arrangements and the Sound Waves Barbershop Chorus will perform Wednesday a few songs in Ted's honor. To conclude the services, a prayer service will be held by the Celina American Legion and Celina VFW Members. Funeral services will be Thursday at St. John Lutheran Church, Celina. Burial will follow at St. Marys Catholic Cemetery, Celina, with military honors by Celina VFW Post 5713 and Celina American Legion Post 210. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. John Builders or to the Church Memorial Fund, 1100 N. Main St., Celina.

ELSASS, William R. Elsass (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 February 2019) William R. "Bill" Elsass, age 72 of Anna, died Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019 at the Kettering Medical Center. He was born on March 10, 1946 in Sidney, the son of the late Richard K. and Marie R. (Tangeman) Elsass. On Feb. 27, 1965 he married Bonnie Quellhorst, and she survives in Anna. Also surviving are his children: Mark (Lori Egbert) Elsass, Melissa (William) Wells and Monica (Ted) Berning all of Anna; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren (with four more on the way) and his sister Dorothy (Stanley) Fogt of Sidney. Along with his parents, Bill was preceded in death by five great-grandchildren. Bill was a 1964 graduate of Anna High School. He was a life-long member of Immanuel Church in Kettlersville where he had served as an elder and was a former deacon. He was a member of the Anna District Historical Society, the Shelby County Farm Bureau and was a 4-H adviser for many years. He was a Dinsmore Township trustee for 24 years and he was also a zoning officer. Bill was a life-long farmer, living on the family farm his whole life. He owned and operated Elsass Fabrication for more than 25 years. Funeral services will be at the Immanuel Church in Kettlersville. Interment will follow in the Loramie Valley Cemetery near Botkins. Memorial contributions in memory of Bill can be made to Immanuel Church, or the American Cancer Association. The Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen has been entrusted with the arrangements

ELSASSER, Norma Essex Elsasser (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 26 September 2009) Norma Essex Elsasser, age 81, of 230 E. Oak St., Celina, died Thursday, Sept.24, 2009, at the Gardens at Celina. She was born on April 8, 1928, in Van Wert, to Albert and Norah (Johnson) Keck. She married John Essex in June of 1949 and he died in 1987. She married Arthur Elsasser on March 16, 1990, and he died in 1997. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law John and Kathleen Essex of Sandusky, daughter and son-in-law Joan and Jim Reed of Celina; two sisters; three grandchildren; a great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Ann Elizabeth Essex; a granddaughter. A memorial service will be Monday at the St. John Lutheran Church in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers at the St. John Lutheran Church Organ Fund. Arrangements are being made by the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina.

ELSEA, Irene Vick Elsea (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 30 October 2008) Irene Vick Elsea, age 54, wife of Chris Elsea, died Oct. 24, 2008, at Central Baptist Hospital. She was born Dec. 1, 1953, in Cincinnati, a daughter of the late Joe Pitts and Edna Dicke Vick. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Jason Elsea; and a daughter, Laura Elsea, both of Danville. She was also preceded in death by a brother. Funeral services will be held Friday, at Centenary United Methodist Church (Downtown). Burial will be held Saturday, in German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be directed to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 2311 Fortune Drive, Lexington, KY, 40509 or Backpack Kids at Community Friends Outreach, PO Box 1045, Danville, KY, 40422.

ELSHIRE, Betty M. Elshire (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 April 2009) Betty M. Elshire, age 85, of Wapakoneta, died Friday April 3, 2009, at Otterbein-Cridersville. She was born May 1, 1923, in La Porte, IN, a daughter of Arthur and Hazel (Neely) Tonn, who preceded her in death. On Jan. 9, 1942, she married Howard M. Elshire, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 12, 2000. She is survived by three sons, John (Priscilla) Elshire, James (Diane) Elshire both of Wapakoneta, Joel (Jean) Elshire of St. Marys; a daughter, Heather (Tom) Curtis of Raleigh, NC; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a brother; and a sister, Mary Moore, Lebanon, MO. She was also preceded in death by two sisters and a step-brother. Funeral services will be Tuesday, at the First United Methodist Church, Glynwood Road in Wapakoneta. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. An Eastern Star memorial service will be held Monday. Memorials may be directed to the Otterbein Cridersville or the First United Methodist Church.

ELSHIRE, John T. Elshire (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 May 2010) John T. Elshire, age 65, of Wapakoneta, died Tuesday, May 11, 2010, at the Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. He was born Oct. 1, 1944, in La Porte, IN, a son of Howard and Betty (Tonn) Elshire, who preceded him in death. On June 20, 1970, he married Priscilla F. Shaw and she survives. He is also survived by 3 children, Amy (J. D.) Glisson of Ballwin, MO, Erin (Derron) Hollenbacher of Lewis Center, J. Andrew (Seema) Elshire of Dublin; 7 grandchildren; 2 brothers and 1 sister. He served his country in the U. S. Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Memorial services will be Saturday at First United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta. Burial of the cremated remains will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, where military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta VFW. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the First United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer's Foundation.

ELSHOFF, Betty L. Elshoff (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 March 2020 Betty L. Elshoff (Cotterman, Dicke), age 88, passed in Las Vegas, NV on Saturday, March 7, 2020. She was born to Julius Elshoff and Gertrude Blakley. She is survived by a brother Kenneth (Lucy) Elshoff; daughter Ernie (Treva) Hicks; son Jeff (Josophine) Cotterman; two grand-daughters; seven great-grandchildren, nieces and other family members.

ELSHOFF, Calvin G. Elshoff (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 February 2009) Calvin G. Elshoff, age 92, formerly of New Knoxville and a resident of Lake City, FL, died Friday Feb. 13, 2009, at the Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL. He was born Aug. 7, 1916, in New Knoxville, a son of Gustav and Anna (Kuck) Elshoff. On Aug. 31, 1940, he married the former Vivian Fledderjohann who survives in Lake City, FL. He is also survived by a son, Larry Elshoff of Lulu, FL; a daughter, Donna (Stuart) Brown of Scottsdale, AZ; two granddaughters, Heather and Melissa Brown of Arizona; a sister, LaRue Nolte of Sidney; and five nieces and eight nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Orlando Elshoff; and a sister, Maryann Elshoff. Before moving to California in 1972, he worked as a farmer and at Hoge Lumber Company in New Knoxville. While in California, he owned and operated a lawn landscaping business until his retirement in 1992. He and his wife then moved to Lake City, FL, where he was an active member of the Southside Baptist Church. He enjoyed gardening and playing cards. Funeral services will be Thursday, at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the Pilger Ruhe Cemetery, New Knoxville. Memorial contributions be made to the Haven Hospice – Suwannee Valley Care Center at 6037 US Highway 90 W, Lake City, FL 32055.

ELSHOFF, Eldred Calvin Elshoff (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 December 2019) Eldred Calvin (Cal) Elshoff, age 91, died Nov, 7, 2019. Cal was born July 18, 1928, in New Knoxville to Floranz and Esther (Huckeriede) Elshoff. He was a 1946 graduate of New Knoxville High School, where he played baseball and basketball. He graduated from University of Cincinnati in 1952 with a Bachelor of Science degree in architecture. Cal married Irene Molnar at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bellaire, in 1952, and she preceded him in death March 4, 2019. He served in the Army during the Korean Conflict, and he was awarded a Bronze Star. After living in Cincinnati, Cal moved to Grand Rapids, MI, and converted to Catholicism. An employee of US Gypsum, he was transferred to La Cañada Flintridge, CA, where he settled and raised five children. He worked for Anning-Johnson Company before founding Design Materials, Inc. in 1976. He practiced his Catholic faith as a choir member, lector, CCD teacher, Eucharistic Minister, Minister to the Sick and as a member of the Pastor's Advisory Committee. Cal was very active in St. Francis High School Boosters, Sierra International, as Director of La Cañada Flintridge Chamber of Commerce, President of the La Cañada Junior All-American Football Association and as a member of the La Cañada Flintridge Junior Baseball program, the American Association of Woodturners and the Glendale Woodturners Guild. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Marisa Lupica, on Oct. 16, 2004. Cal is survived by a brother, Mack Elshoff; sons Fr. Mathew Elshoff OFM Cap. and Drew (Lisa) Elshoff; three daughters, Cindy (Anthony) Lupica, Heather (Matthew) Boensel, and Jennifer (Chris) Kirk; sisters-in-law Lea Elshoff, Rosemarie Molnar and Margaret Magnan; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and other extended family. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Bede The Venerable Church, 215 Foothill Boulevard, La Cañada Flintridge, California. Interment will follow at San Fernando Mission Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cabot & Sons, Pasadena, CA.

ELSHOFF, Gary Elshoff (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Gary Elshoff, 64, of 206 East Spring Street, New Knoxville, OH, died 12:58 P.M. Thursday, December 6, 2007, at Lima Memorial Hospital after suffering a heart attack. He was born January 22, 1943, in Auglaize County, Ohio, the son of Lawrence and Edna (Aufderhaar) Elshoff. He is survived by one sister, Joann Elshoff of Minster; by several cousins: Leonard (Vera) Elshoff of Spencerville; Janet (Alfred) Manbeck of New Bremen; Sandy (Bob) Curts of New Knoxville; Connie (Kenneth) Cordonnier of New Knoxville; Jim (Jeanne) Andrews of Brunswick, Ohio; Robert (Alice) Andrews of Parma; an aunt and uncle Robert (Alice) Andrews of Brookpark, Ohio. (NOTE: This is not a typo. They have the same names) Gary was preceded in death by his parents. He was a 1961 graduate of New Knoxville High School. He was employed at Hoge Brush Company for many years and more recently at Ray’s Recycling. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, growing flowers and writing poetry; he had numerous pen pals all over the world. He really enjoyed visiting with his friends in various restaurants in the area. He was a member of the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville. Funeral services will be Sunday, December 9, 2007, at the First United Church of Christ. Burial will follow at Pilger Ruhe Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, New Knoxville.

ELSHOFF, Kenneth R. Elshoff (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 28, 2011) Kenneth R. Elshoff, age 79, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2011. He was born on April 1, 1932, in New Knoxville, to Floranz and Esther Elshoff, and they preceded him in death. He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Lea; 2 sons, David (Heidi) and Steven (Anne); 3 grandchildren, Kenneth, Erich and Paige; 2 stepgrandchildren, Shannon and Daniel; 2 brothers, Eldred (Cal) of LaCanada, CA, and Mack of New Knoxville. He served in Korea from 1953-54, rising to the rank of staff sergeant. He earned a bachelor of science degree in business administration from The Ohio State University and in 1997 received an honorary doctor degree of business administration from Ohio Northern University, where he served as a trustee for 28 years. While with Ernst & Ernst, he became a certified public accountant. He served as president and board chair of Railroad Savings and Loan and as president of the Ohio League of Financial Institutions. A member of Young Presidents Organization, he had served on the Boards of Trustees of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati, General Ohio S&L Corporation, Camco Financial, Advantage Bank, COSI, Friendship Village of Dublin and was a 12-year participant in the volunteer guardian program of Franklin County. Above all, he was a true gentleman, kind to everyone, a wonderful father and the most loving and caring husband anyone could ever have. He was an active member of Linworth United Methodist Church, Rotary Club of Columbus, Charity Newsies and the Golf Club. A memorial service and celebration of Ken’s life will be Sunday at Linworth United Methodist Church in Columbus. Interment will be in its columbarium garden. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Kenneth R. & Lea A. Elshoff Scholarship Fund at Ohio Northern University, Ada, Ohio, 45810 or to Linworth United Methodist Church, 7070 Bent Tree Blvd., Columbus, Ohio, 43235. Arrangements were made by Schoedinger Worthington Chapel.

ELSHOFF, Vivian E. Elshoff (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – December 26, 2013) Vivian E. Elshoff, age 96, of Lake City, FL and formerly of New Knoxville, died Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2013, at the Haven Hospice at the Suwannee Valley Care Center in Lake City, FL. She was born on July 9, 1917, in New Knoxville. She was the daughter of George and Sarah (Holtkamp) Fledderjohann. On Aug. 31, 1940, she married Calvin G. Elshoff, who died on Feb. 13, 2009. Survivors include her son, Larry Elshoff of Lake City, FL; her daughter, Donna (Stuart) Brown of Scottsdale, AZ; her granddaughters, Heather Brown of Maricupa, AZ and Melissa Brown of Scottsdale, AZ; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her siblings, Cervanus Fledderjohann, Elmer Fledderjohann, Raymond Fledderjohann, Adelma Warner, Norma Kettler and Geraldine Roediger. Mrs. Elshoff was a member of the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville, where she had played the piano for the Sunday school and was active in the Southside Baptist Church of Lake City, FL. She was a member of the New Knoxville Historical Society. She enjoyed playing her keyboard, working word and picture puzzles and going out to eat at local restaurants. She was a homemaker but for a number of years worked at the former Kellermeyer’s Men’s Ware of St. Marys and worked at the Wardrobe when living in California. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funerl Home in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the Pilger Ruhe Cemetery of New Knoxville. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Haven Hospice, c/o Suwannee Valley Care Center, 6037 W. US Highway 90, Lake City, FL, 32055.

ELSTON, Donald B. Elston (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Donald B. Elston, age 80, of Celina, passed away Friday, January 4, 2013 at Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born May 9, 1932 in Findlay, OH to Clarence & Ivy Ethel (Leeth) Elston. 5 Children: Tim, Mike, Gloria, Teresa and Donna, and a number of nieces and nephews, survive. Preceding him in death were his parents, 3 brothers, and 2 sisters. He had worked as a Maintenance Mechanic in the Food Service Industry and served in the U.S. Navy. There will be No Services. W.H. Dick & Sons - Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina is handling arrangements

ELSTON, John Warren Elston (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) John Warren Elston, 61, of 111 S. Wayne Street in St. Marys, OH died Thursday June 26, 2008 at the Ohio State University Hospitals in Columbus. He was born July 9, 1946 in Waverly, NY to John & Jean (Cassler) Elston. On November 13, 1965 at St. James Catholic Church in Waverly, NY, he married Nancy Carol Ault, who survives. Other surviving family members include daughters Carol (Dave) Irons; Jody (Mack) Peterson; Missy Elston all three of St. Marys, OH; Karen (Scott) Meyers of Spencerville, OH; sons John Elston, Jr. of St. Marys, OH; Mike (Beth) Elston of Cincinnati, OH; 11 grandchildren: Danny Irons, Jackie Long, Alexis Long, Tyler Kovar, Shelbee Kovar, Calvin Powell, Logan Peterson, Mason Meyers, Reese Peterson, Olivia Elston, Sophia Elston; 1 brother Jeff (Lisa) Elston of Elmira, NY; 5 sisters Diane (Jim) Smith of Waverly, NY; Mary (Mike) Ward; Nora (George) Sheeley; Judy Smith; Linda (Jack) Freeman all four of Elmira, NY; and his mother-in-law Rosemary Ault of Elmira, NY. He was preceded in death by his parents, John & Jean Elston, granddaughter Katherine Jane Irons, father-in-law John Ault. Mr. Elston was a carpenter and enjoyed woodworking as a hobby. A devoted family man, his greatest joy was spending time with his children and grandchildren. Private funeral services will be held for Mr. Elston. Memorial contributions may be directed to his family. Arrangements are being completed with the Miller Funeral Home (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys.

ELSTON, Nancy C. Ault Elston (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio –13 October 2020) Nancy C. Ault Elston, age 74, of St. Marys, died Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020, at her residence. She was born June 7, 1946, in Waverly, NY, the daughter of John and Rosemary (Mulens) Ault. She married John Elston on Nov. 13, 1965, in Waverly, NY; he preceded her in death on June 26, 2008. She is survived by her children: Carol (Dave) Irons of St. Marys, John (Kim) Elston, Jr. of Urbana, Karen (Scott) Myers of Spencerville, Jody Peterson of St. Marys, Mike (Beth) Elston of South Bend, IN and Missy (Ben) Budde of St. Marys; her grandchildren: Danny (Erin) Irons, Jackie (Cam) Hagerman, Alexis (Wayne) Graham, Tyler (ElvaAnne) Kovar, Shelbee (Derek) Henning, Calvin Powell, Logan Peterson, Mason Myers, Reese Peterson, Olivia Elston, Sophia Elston, Isabella Elston, Maverick Budde, Ezra Budde and Arden Budde; her great-grandchildren: Crew Irons, Violet Hagerman, Lincoln Graham, Sawyer Graham, Sage Henning, Peighton Henning and Mackenzie Henning and a brother, Ron Ault of Nashville, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband and a brother, John Ault. Nancy was a 1964 graduate of Notre Dame High School in Waverly, NY. She was a homemaker, a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed baking and cooking for her family, and gardening, as well. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, St. Marys. Private, family-only funeral rites will be at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, St. Marys.

EMANS, Dallas A. Emans (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dallas A. Emans, age 87, of 237 Touvelle Street in Celina, OH died Monday May 26, 2014 at his residence. He was born January 20, 1927 in Celina, OH to Austin and Mae (Rhoades) Emans. On June 3, 1960 in Celina, OH he married Carolyn E. Staudt, who survives. He is also survived by 2 sons, Dallas (Theresa) Emans of Bradenton, OH; Larry Emans of Tiffin, OH; 2 daughters, Susan Emans of Columbus, OH; Beth (Rod) James of Circleville, OH; 6 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Austin and Mae Emans; son, Mark Emans; brother, Clinton Emans; brother, Elsworth Emans; infant sister, Mary Emans. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during World War II. He retired after 40 years from the Mersman Bros. Furniture Mfg. Co. in Celina where he was an electrician. No public services are planned.

EMANS, Elsworth J. Emans (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Elsworth J. "Red" Emans, age 89, of Celina, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2011 at Celina Manor Nursing Home. Born on August 12, 1922 in Mendon, Elsworth was the son of Austin Oliver and Mae Zillah (Rhoades) Emans. He married Doris I. Winter on August 19, 1944 and she preceded him in death on March 27, 2004. Surviving Red are his 2 daughters, Kathy (Jerry) Bruggeman of Celina and Mary (Bill) Wehrman of Sidney; a son-in-law, Jim (Sharon) Fischer, a daughter-in-law, Eva Emans, 1 brother, Dallas (Carolyn) Emans, as well as a half sister-in-law, Adele (Larry) Smelser, all of Celina; 1 sister-in-law, Myrna Glass of St. Marys, 12 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a daughter, Carolyn Fischer, a son, James Emans, three infant children, a brother, Clinton Emans and a sister, Mary Kathleen Emans. Elsworth attended Celina City Schools, and was a lifelong member of Celina First Church of God, where he had also worked as a custodian and played on the church dartball team. Watching sports, collecting stamps and coins and painting ceramics were some of the many hobbies Red enjoyed over the years. Elsworth was employed at the former Mersman Tables in Celina, and for many years was a projectionist at the Celina Theater. He also did carpentry work, and he and his wife Doris were the co-owners of DEE Ceramics. Services will be at the Celina First Church of God on Saturday, October 1st. Burial will be at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

EMANS, Frances Emans (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Frances Emans, age 70, 305 E. High St., Mendon, died Oct. 2, 2006, at Van Wert County Hospital. She was born Aug. 4, 1936, in Wilmington, DE, to Francis and Agnes Spring Jackson. On May 27, 1961, she married William Emans, who survives. Also surviving are 1 son, John (Mi Ryong), Omaha, NE; 2 daughters, Marian Kaye Emans and Margaret (Jody) Oates, all of Westerville; and 4 grandchildren. Deceased are a brother, Bud Spring; and a sister, Jane Walker. She was a homemaker and served as a Mercer County Board of Elections poll worker in Mendon for many years. She was a member of the Mendon United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women. Services are Thursday at W.H. Dick & Sons Funeral Home, Mendon. Burial is at Mendon Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

EMANS, James Emans (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 May 2011) James Emans, age 62, of Celina, died Wednesday, May 4, 2011, at Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center. He was born on Jan. 11, 1949, the son of Ellsworth and Doris (Winter) Emans. His mother preceded him in death and his father survives in Celina. On Sept. 11, 1969, he married Eva Cardosa, and she survives. He is also survived by his 2 sons, Timothy (Amanda) Emans of Botkins, Nicholas (Laura) Emans of Albuquerque, NM; 1 daughter, Amanda Emans of Celina; 4 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; 2 sisters and 3 brothers-in-law. He was also preceded in death by one sister. Private funeral services were May 6, 2011, at W. H. Dick and Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Burial was held at Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina. Memorial contributions may be directed to Community Health Professionals Hospice of Celina.

EMANS, Janet Lee Emans (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 31 January 2020) Janet Lee Emans, age 85, of Mendon, passed away Friday, January 31, 2020, at her daughter Linda’s home in Celina. She was born August 28, 1934, in Mercer County. Her father, Herman Trisel, and mother, Mary E. Bennett Trisel Snyder, are both deceased. Janet and Stanley E. Emans were married on January 27, 1951. He survives, along with their 6 children: Candace K. Miller of Shelbyville, IN, Debby (Tom) Cummins of Celina, Tina A. (Craig) Lindsay of Mankato, MN, Gary E. (Mary) Emans of Payne, OH, Linda L. Lloyd of Celina, and Lisa R. (Ron) Searight of Rockford; 12 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren; 7 brothers & sisters: Ben (Molly) Trisel of Celina, Mary Ann (Eldon) Fisher of Mendon, Marty (Karen) Trisel of Ohio City, Lynn A. Trisel of Mendon, Max Trisel of Montpelier, OH, Danny Trisel of Van Wert, and Linda B. (George) Swygart of Mendon. She was preceded in death by her step-father, Wayne Snyder, and a sister-in-law, Vickie Trisel. Janet was a homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of Mendon First Church of God, and had belonged to the Mendon Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #259. Knitting, crocheting, sewing, cooking, baking, and attending functions at Mendon-Union Schools, were pastimes Janet enjoyed throughout the years. Janet was very proud of her family, and dearly loved her grandchildren and brothers & sisters. Funeral Services will be at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon. Burial will be at Mendon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville, OH 45331

EMANS, Larry Lee Emans (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Former Celina resident, Larry Lee Emans, age 66, passed away at the Mercy Tiffin Regional Hospital in Tiffin, Ohio on July 6, 2014. Born on January 21, 1948 in Celina, Larry was the son of the late Patricia Ann French and Dallas Emans. His mother died in 1997 and his father passed away in May of 2014. Also preceding him in death was a brother, Mark Emans who died in 1993. Surviving are his stepmother, Carolyn Emans of Celina, a sister-in-law and many cousins. Larry was a resident of the Tiffin Developmental Center during his adulthood. Graveside rites will be held at North Grove Cemetery in Celina. The time and date are to be arranged.

EMANS, Marilyn J. Emans (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Marilyn J. Emans, age 86, of Mendon, passed away at Monday, July 14, 2014, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. Born April 21, 1928 in Jennings Township, Van Wert County, she was the daughter of Orville W. Coffman and Gladys C. Marbaugh Wright Coffman, who preceded her in death, along with her step-mother, Minnie Albright Coffman. Marilyn and Alfred V. “Pooch” Emans were married on Dec. 24, 1946, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 31, 2004. She is survived by their 3 Children: Rex (Janet) Emans of Rockford, Rick (Barb) Emans of Mendon and Rita Puthoff of Celina; 7 grandchildren: Deanna, Angela, Valerie, Amber, Jill, Rob and Patrick; 15 great grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren and 3 step great grandchildren; and 3 brothers & sisters: Homer (Eva) Coffman of Edgerton, Mary Jane (Carl) Putman of New Haven, IN and Martha (Max) Wood of Spencerville. Also surviving are sisters-in-law: Mid (Ed) Greasley of Spencerville, Marge Coffman of Lima, and Patricia Emans Rice of Ossian, IN, and a brother-in-law, Stanley ( Janet ) Emans of Mendon. Marilyn was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Dan Puthoff, brothers: Wilbert “Buss” Coffman, Merle Coffman, Harold “Bud” Coffman, Jack Coffman and Maurice Wright, sisters: Anna Marie Miller Savidge, Aileen Riley and Lucile Goodwin, sisters-in-law: Cleo Moorman, Helen Schlueter and Rhonda Eitzman, and a brother-in-law, Raymond Emans. Marilyn attended the Jennings School in Van Wert County. She had worked at the Mendon Canning Factory, where she met her husband, Alfred. Later she worked at Continental Can in Van Wert, and provided child care in her home. She was also a co-owner of the Emans Union 76 Station in Mendon. A member of the Mendon First Church of God, Marilyn was very active in the local community. She served on the Board of Elections for a number of years, and was a member of the Mendon Craft Club and the village's Bicentennial Committee. For many years, Marilyn and Alfred wintered in Southern Texas. Funeral Services will be Friday, July 18th at the Mendon First Church of God. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery. W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Mendon is handling the arrangement. Memorial Contributions may be made to Mendon First Church of God or to the Donor's Choice.

EMANS, William Gene Emans (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) William Gene Emans, age 73, of Mendon died Monday, March 29, 2010, at his residence. He was born Sept. 15, 1936, in Mercer County, a son to Raymond and Marjorie (VanTilburg) Emans; they preceded him in death. On May 27, 1961, he married Frances A. (Jackson); she preceded him in death Oct. 2, 2006. He is survived by 1 son, John (Mi Ryong) Emans of Lorton, VA; 2 daughters, Margie (Jody) Oates of Greer, SC, Kaye Emans of Westerville; 1 brother; 2 sisters; and 4 grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by a brother. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps. Funeral services will be Friday at W.H. Dick and Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon. Burial will follow at the Mendon Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Mercer County Library.

EMERICK, Rose Marie Emerick (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 4, 2014) Rose Marie Emerick, age 77, of St. Marys, formerly of Wapakoneta, died Friday, Oct. 31, 2014, at Vancrest of St. Marys. She was born in December 1936, in Detroit, the daughter of Charles G. and Margaret (Moline) Emerick, who preceded her in death. Survivors include cousins Joyce Lambi of Boyne City, MI and Mary Ann Gabriel of Deltona, FL. Rose Marie worked at Auglaize Industries, New Bremen. Funeral services will be Wednesday at Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Auglaize Industries or Vancrest of St. Marys.

EMERSON, Dorothy A. Emerson (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Dorothy A. Emerson, age 92, 611 W. Market St., Rockford, died Feb. 26, 2008, at The Laurels of Shane Hill, Rockford. She was born Oct. 17, 1915, in Convoy, to Herbert and Elizabeth Boon Dawson. On March 13, 1937, she married Clarence Emerson, who died Nov. 9, 1969. Survivors are five daughters, Gloria (Fred) Vann, Mary Lou Lehman, Helen King, Suzanne (Art) Christie and Betty (Larry) Houser, all of Rockford; a sister, Geneva Plymate, of Illinois; 18 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren. Deceased are a son, William; five brothers, Donald, Arthur, Bill and Maurice Dawson and Fred Armes; a sister, Ivy Wagner; a great-grandchild and a great-great grandchild. She had worked at Tuway Products in Rockford. Services are Friday at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Burial is at Riverside Cemetery, Rockford.

EMRICK, Jack J. Emrick (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – August 1, 2011) Jack J. Emrick, age 45, of Wapakoneta, died Saturday, July 30, 2011, at Lima Memorial Health System, Emergency Room, from injuries suffered in an accident at his home site near Wapakoneta. He was born on Feb. 7, 1966, in Lima, the son of James Walker and Ruth (Thuman) Emrick. His mother survives in Wapakoneta, and his father died on April 19. He is survived by his partner, Lisa Bowman; 1 daughter, Brooke Emrick of Miami, FL; a son, Reid Walker Emrick of Wapakoneta; Lisa’s children, Carter and Joselyn Bowman; his siblings, Ann (Charlie) Shoup, Susan (Donnie) Nichols and Jan (Joe) Green, all of Wapakoneta, David (Kim) Emrick of Liberty Township, Tony (Robin) Emrick of Carmel, IN; his nieces and nephews, Craig Walkup, Emily Walkup, Nathan (Alicia) Green, Natalie Green, Joda Green, Jennifer Shoup, Austin, Andrew and Raquel Emrick and Trevor and Taylor Emrick. He was preceded in death by a niece, Natalie Perry. Jack owned and operated J & E Electrical in Wapakoneta. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Sons of the American Legion Post No. 330, both of Wapakoneta. A 1984 graduate of Wapakoneta High School, he lettered in football, basketball and track. For 12 years, he served as a licensed football official with the Ohio High School Athletic Association. An avid fan of the Ohio State University Buckeyes and the Cincinnati Reds, he was a friend to everyone and enjoyed helping others. He liked to attend concerts but most especially loved entertaining and spending time with his family. He supported local sports and attended high school games. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral services will be Wednesday St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wapakoneta. Burial will be at a later date in the St. Joseph Cemetery in Wapakoneta. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Jim and Ruth Emrick Family Fund through the Wapakoneta Area Community Foundation.

ENDEL, Marjorie J. Endel (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 14 March 2020) Marjorie J. Endel, age 85, of Waynesfield passed away Saturday March 14, 2020 at Otterbein, St. Marys. She was born August 3, 1934 in Paulding County, OH to Lewis & Glenna (Lighthill) Johnson who preceded her in death. On March 5, 1955 she married Ted L. Endel Sr. and he passed September 30, 2014. Survivors include 4 children Bonnie (Tim) Binkley of Celina, Becky Lee Endel of Floresville, TX, Barbara (Mirjam Dekker) Endel of Whately, MA, Ted (Kelly) Endel Jr. of New Hampshire, OH; 5 grandchildren Timothy Binkley Jr., Mark Binkley, Lydia Endel-McCoy, Doug Endel, Jennifer Burgoon; 8 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and 2 brothers. She was preceded death by a brother and sister. Marjorie was an amazing and supportive Army wife to her husband and family. She was a member of the Fort Donelson United Methodist Church, Dover TN. She was also an avid reader and continuous learner. She enjoyed gardening and had an excellent sense of humor. Most of all she loved her family dearly. Funeral services will be at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery, Waynesfield. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grandlake Hospice.

ENDEL, Ted Lewis Endel Sr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 2, 2014) Ted Lewis Endel Sr., age 84, of St. Marys, died Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. He was born on July 29, 1930, in Toledo, to Clifford F. and Ruth Mae (Barker) Endel who preceded him in death. On March 5, 1955, he married Marjorie Joan Johnson, and she survives in St. Marys. Survivors also include 4 children, Bonnie L. (Tim) Binkley of Celina; Becky Lee Endel of Floresville, TX; Barbara L. (Mirjam Dekker) Endel Ph.D. of Mainesville; Ted L. (Kelly S.) Endel of Waynesfield; 5 grandchildren, Tim Binkley Jr.; Mark Allen; Lydia Endel-McCoy; Dr. Doug Endel; Jenny N. Burgoon; 8 great-grandchildren, Logan; Hannah; Taylor and Ben Binkley; Austin Burgoon; Parker Endel; Abby Burgoon and Campbell Endel; 3 brothers, Ron Oder; Bob Carman and Chuck Carman. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Dick Oder and Carl Carman Jr. Ted spent his childhood growing up in Harrod. He served 20 plus years in the U.S. Army, post World War II in Japan, with the 82nd Airborne Division during the Korean War and as a Chief of the Hawk Missile Battalion during the Vietnam War. He then retired to Dover, TN, where he spent the next 15 years of his life involved in the community and volunteering. He was also a member of the Fort Donnelson Memorial United Methodist Church and a lifelong member of the VFW. Ted had a terrific sense of humor and always enjoyed a good joke. He was also an avid fisherman. He especially enjoyed raising his family and being a family man. Funeral services are scheduled to be Saturday at Schlosser Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 615 N. Dixie Highway, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery, Waynesfield, where military rites will be performed by the VFW Post 9289. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Youth Fishing Program c/o Friends of TN National Wildlife Refuge, 1371 C. Wildlife Dr., Springville, TN 38256 or to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

ENGEL, A. Eugene Engel (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) A. Eugene Engel, 81, of 503 E. Auglaize Street in Wapakoneta, OH, died Wednesday June 24, 2009 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, OH. He was born July 20, 1927 St. Marys, OH to Alvin H. and Novella C. (Lipp) Engel. On June 27, 1953 in Barnesburg, OH, he married Shirley M. Meier, who survives. Other survivors include 1 brother Don (Sylvia) Engel of St. Marys, OH; 1 brother-in-law Leroy (Hilda) Meier of Mt. Healthy, OH; 1 sister-in-law Lois (Don) Winerberg of Cincinnati, OH; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was a 1945 graduate of Memorial High School in St.Marys. He retired from the Wapakoneta Machine Co. where he worked 40 years as a machine/grinder operator. He also sold automobiles many years for the L.E. Brandt & Son’s dealership in Wapakoneta. He was a member of the St.Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys. He also had memberships in the Eagles Lodge Aerie # 691, Brand’s Lake Fishing Club and VFW Post # 8445, all in Wapakoneta. He and his wife enjoyed dining out at area restaurants and socializing with their many acquaintances. Services were scheduled Saturday June 27, 2009 at the Miller - Long & Folk Funeral Home 314 W. High Street in St.Marys. Burial followed at the Elm Grove Cemetery, in St.Marys.

ENGEL, Donald L. Engel (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Donald L. Engel, 84, of 650 Webb Street, Saint Marys, died Sunday, December 5, 2010, at Saint Rita’s Medical Center after a short battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He was born May 5, 1926, in Saint Marys, the son of Alvin and Novella (Lipp) Engel. He married Sylvia Haeseker on October 8, 1947 and she survives at the residence. He is survived by his 2 children: Randolph (Jill) Engel of Celina; Adele Fast (Gerald Freewalt) of Saint Marys; by 2 grandsons: Dr. Trenton (Bridget) Engel of Denver, CO; Eric Fast of Orlando, FL; by 3 step-grandchildren: Kyle Menchhofer of Celina; Kami Wilson of North Carolina; Ann Li of Celina; by 2 great-grandchildren: Sophie and Alexis Engel; and by a sister-in-law, Shirley Engel of Wapakoneta. He was preceded in death by his parents; by one brother, Eugene Engel; by a grandson, Mitchell Fast. Don was a 1944 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He retired as Assistant Fire Chief of the City of Saint Marys Fire Department, following 27 years of service. He also was the owner of Don Mower Shop for many years in Saint Marys. In later years he drove a truck for Saint Marys Trucking Company. He was a member of Mercer Lodge #121, Free and Accepted Masons in Saint Marys; was a 32nd degree Master Mason and a member of the Scottish Rite Shrine, Valley of Dayton. He was a member of the Aug-Mer Shrine Club; Eagles 767; Police and Fire Retirees; West Ohio Fish and Game Club, where he was an avid trapshooter. He was a member of Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be Thursday, December 9, 2010, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Donations may be directed to Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ.

ENGEL, Geraldine Engel (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 October 2015) Geraldine "Jeri" Engel died on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2015, just shy of her 90th birthday. She moved to Fort Myers, FL, in 1985 with her husband Robert "Rolo" Engel. She was a former Mrs. America and was involved in many groups while living in St. Marys. Those groups were the Soroptomists Club, Shakespeare Club and Canasta Club. She was the owner and administrator of the St. Marys Nursing Home and Administrator of Auglaize Acres. She traveled with Holiday Rambler Club all over the states. After moving to Florida in 1985, she was involved in many church committees, was past president of the Fort Myers OSU alumni club and president of her park association. She was a graduate of OSU in 1947 and taught school in Middlepoint.

ENGEL, Harold A. Engel (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – May 16, 2012) Harold A. Engel, age 82, of Wapakoneta, died Monday, May 14, 2012, at the Wapakoneta Manor. He was born on Feb. 4, 1930, the son of Adrian and Pearl (Elmers) Engel, and they preceded him in death. On Aug. 15, 1959, he married Wanda Krites, and she preceded him in death on Aug. 3, 1980. He is survived by 2 daughters, Lois Engel and Lynn Koch of Wapakoneta and Kay Penrose of Wapakoneta; 5 siblings, Marie (John) Heintz of Jackson Center, Dorothy (Richard) Krites and Evelyn Wagner, both of St. Marys, Robert (Shirley Ann) Engel of Wapakoneta and Carolyn (Donald) Henschen of St. Marys; and his former wife, Shirley C. Engel of Lima. He was preceded in death by sister and two brothers-in-law, Ruth (Art) Lange and Elmer Wagner. A farmer, Harold owned and operated the Harold Engel Lime Spreading Service. He was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Moulton, where he was a former Sunday school teacher. He served as Moulton Township clerk and zoning inspector for 28 years. He was a member of the Ohio Township Association. A U.S. Army veteran, Harold served in Okinawa. Funeral services will be Friday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Moulton. Burial is to follow in the Resthaven Memory Gardens near Moulton, where military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta Veterans of Foreign Wars. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta, is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church.

ENGEL, Lois J. Engel (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 8 July 2008) Lois J. Engel, age 99, of 205 N. Front St., St. Marys, died Monday, July 7, 2008, at the Otterbein Retirement Community, near Grand Lake St. Marys. She was born Feb. 23, 1909, in Salem Township, Auglaize County, a daughter of Everett and Christina (Henne) Miller and they preceded her in death. On July 1, 1937, in Spencerville, she married William E. Engel and he preceded her in death March 25, 2003. She is survived by two daughters, Sandra (Lee) Clausing of St. Marys, and Rebecca (John) Davis of St. Marys; four grandchildren, Lisa (Jack) Masonbrink, Jennifer (Steve) Ginter, Mark Davis, Melissa Davis; five great- grandchildren, Adam, Aaron, and Andrew Masonbrink, Madison and Natalie Ginter. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Bernice Settlemire and Marie Wright; two brothers, Ray Miller and Howard Miller. She was a 1929 graduate of Spencerville High School and also a graduate of the former Betty Jean Beauty Academy in Fort Wayne, IN. A licensed beautician, she operated the Lois Beauty Shop in St. Marys for 78 years. Her career sprang forth from humble beginnings, offering "finger waves" for 25 cents from her grandmother's living room in Spencerville, followed by another shop at the former Keith Hotel, located nearby. At the time of her marriage, her new husband refused to move to Spencerville, so she packed up her shop and moved to downtown St. Marys, where she continued to care for customers on a regular basis until four weeks prior to her death. She was an astute business person, and added the Merle Norman Studio line of high-quality cosmetics to her salon in the late 1960s. The shop continues operation under the guidance of her daughters, both of whom followed in their mother's footsteps to become licensed beauticians. She was a member of the St. Paul's United Church of Christ in St. Marys, National Hairdressers' Association, and served on the board for the American Cancer Society in Auglaize County for 20 years. In 2003, she was selected as "Woman of the Year" by the St. Marys Community League of Women. Lois was a hard- working, caring individual who had great respect for her many loyal customers and employees. She enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family. Services will be Thursday, at the Miller Funeral Home, Ohio 703 West Chapel, in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to either St. Paul's UCC or the Auglaize County Cancer Association.

ENGEL, Robert Lee Engel (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 April 2009) Robert Lee (Rolo) Engel, age 86, died March 28, 2009, at Hope Hospice in Fort Myers, FL, from complications of pulmonary embolisms and pneumonia. He was born on June 9, 1922, a son of Frank and Elsie (Fickle) Engel in St. Marys, where he resided until 1985. He worked for Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. for 37 years then moved to Fort Myers, FL, where he resided until his death. He is survived by his wife Geraldine of Fort Myers; a son, Richard (Kathy) Engel of Northfield, NH; daughters, Margaret Ann Engel of Fort Myers, FL, Leslie (Steve) Hullinger of St. Marys; grandchildren, Kaylee (Robert) Bell, Rod (Heather) Engel, Anna (Brian) Engel, Lora (Michael) Ingledue; five great-grandchildren, Bill Bell, Dylan, Gavin, Carson and Bronson Engel. He was preceded in death by his parents; six siblings and a daughter. He joined the Army in 1940. He was a professional ventriloquist, magician and clown and belonged to The Society of Magicians and Clowns. He was a VFW clown and freelanced many different venues. He was also a Mason and a Shriner. He was a member of The United Church of Christ in St. Marys and The Fort Myers Congregational UCC in Florida. He will be cremated with immediate family service only. Memorials can be sent to Hope Hospice 9470 Health Park Circle, Fort Myers, FL, 33908.

ENGEL, Shirley Ann Engel (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 May 2019) Shirley Ann Engel, age 78, of Wapakoneta, died Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at Lima Memorial Health Systems. She was born Sept. 13, 1940, in Wapakoneta, the daughter of Homer E. and Flossie M. (Opperman) House, who preceded her in death. On Sept. 2, 1995, she married Robert H. Engel, and he survives. Other survivors include, a step-son-in-law, Joe Rieger, Union; two grandchildren, Gavin and Avery Rieger; a brother, Howard (Barb) House, New Hampshire, OH; four sisters-in-law, Dorothy (Richard) Krites, St. Marys, Carolyn (Donald) Henshen, St. Marys; brother-in-law, Larry (Joan) Dieringer, St. Marys and numerous nieces; nephews; grand-nieces and nephews and great-grand-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a step daughter, Carol Rieger; a sister, LaDonna Dieringer; a sister-in-law, Ruth (Art) Lange, Marie (John) Heintz; 3 brothers-in-law, Harold Engel, and Elmer (Evelyn) Wagner. Shirley retired from Auglaize Provico after 37 years. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, Moulton, and Farm Bureau. She enjoyed volunteering with 4-H Horse Clubs and loved her flowers. Funeral service will be at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Moulton. Burial will follow in Resthaven Cemetery. Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, State Route 501, Wapakoneta is entrusted with the arrangements Memorials may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church or Auglaize County Fair Youth.

ENGEL, Shirley Mae Engel (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Shirley Mae Engel, 82, formerly of 503 E. Auglaize Street in Wapakoneta, OH died Monday October 29, 2012 at Auglaize Acres Nursing Home. She was born April 2, 1930 in Cincinnati, OH to Louis and Frieda (Kattelman) Meier. On June 27, 1953 in Barnesburg, OH she married A. Eugene Engel, who died June 24, 2009. She is survived by 1 brother, Leroy (Hilda) Meier of Mt. Healthy, OH; 1 sister, Lois (Donald) Wingberger of Cincinnati, OH; 1 sister-in-law, Sylvia Engel of St. Marys, OH; 1 nephew and 4 nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Frieda Meier; husband, A. Eugene Engel; and a brother, Howard Meier. She was a 1949 graduate of Colerain, OH High School. She was a homemaker and had formerly been employed as a bookkeeper for Southwest Ohio Publishing Co. in Cincinnati. She was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys. Her favorite pastime was bowling. Rites are scheduled Friday November 2, 2012 at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home 314 W. High Street in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to Auglaize Acres Activity Fund.

ENGEL, Sylvia L. Engel (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – May 7, 2014) Sylvia L. Engel, age 88, of St. Marys, died Monday May 5, 2014, at St. Marys Living Center, with her children at her bedside. She was born on April 20, 1926, in St Marys, to Raymond and Leila (Jacoby) Haseker. On Oct. 8, 1947, at St. Paul’s E and R Church in St. Marys, she married Donald L. Engel, who died on Dec. 5, 2010. Survivors include 1 son, Randolph (Jill) Engel of Celina; 1 daughter, Adele (Gerald Freewalt) Fast of St. Marys; 2 grandsons, Dr. Trenton (Bridget) Engel of Denver, CO; and Eric Fast of Orlando, FL; three step-grandchildren, Kyle Menchofer of Celina; Kami (Brandon) Wilson of Newport, NC; and Ann (Sam) Li of Celina; 2 great-grandchildren, Sophie and Alexis Engel; five step-great-grandchildren, Charli and Tavian Wilson and Ethan, Carter and Myah Li; and a sister, Doris (David) Lawrence of Toledo. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Leila Haseker, husband Donald Engel and brother Louis Haseker. She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School, Class of 1944, and Frederick’s Beauty Academy in Lima. A licensed hairdresser, she operated Sylvia’s Beauty Shop in St. Marys for 43 years. She was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ and its women’s guild, Hawthorne Chapter 119 OES, NW Ohio Hairdressers’ Association and National Cosmetology Association. Her favorite pastimes included reading and playing cards. Rites are scheduled for Friday at Miller - Long and Folk funeral Home, 314 W. High Street Chapel, in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Paul’s UCC.

ENGEL, William E Engel (Abstracted from the Lima News Mar 27, 2003) William E. Engel was born: Nov 17, 1910 in St Marys to Frank & Elsie Fickel Miller. Married to Lois O. Miller for 66 years. He was a retired blanket weaver for St Marys Woolen Mills. He died: Mar 25, 2003 at Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Survived by his wife; 2 daughters; 1 brother; 4 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Burial in Elm Grove Cemetery.

ENGELHART, Mary Ryan Engelhart (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 20 January 2016) Mary Ryan Engelhart, of 121 Windsor Drive, Saint Marys, died Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community. She was born December 15, 1937, in Mansfield, Ohio, the daughter of Joseph and Kathleen (Germaine) Ryan. She is survived by her 2 sons: Eric (Heidi Alexander) of Lehigh Acres, FL; Joseph (Ann) Engelhart of Westerville, OH; and 4 grandchildren, Thomas Engelhart, Erin Engelhart, Abby Engelhart and Jack Engelhart. Mary was a 1955 graduate of Mansfield Senior High School. She earned her BA and MA from The Ohio State University. She was a longtime English and Latin teacher at Saint Marys Memorial High School. Mary was a voracious reader and loved to talk about books. She was a flower gardening enthusiast, was an active volunteer in the community, and was the Lector Committee Chair at her church, Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. She was a member of the Altar Rosary Sodality of the church, and was a member of the Shakespeare Club and the Friends of the Saint Marys Library. Mary will be remembered for her kindness to students, her great sense of humor and her friendly personality. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, January 25, 2016, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys, OH. Burial will follow at Rivercliff Union Cemetery in Mt. Gilead, OH. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, OH is handling the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given to either the Holy Rosary Building Fund or the Friends of the Library.

ENGH, Miriam E. Engh (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Miriam E. Engh, 94, a resident of Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community, and formerly of 1614 Brown’s Lake Drive, Burlington, WI, died Monday, February 20, 2012, at Otterbein Saint Marys. She was born August 8, 1917, in Westville, OK, the daughter of Bert and Nevada (Sparks) Neel. She married Raymond K. Engh on January 6, 1945, in Tulsa, OK and he preceded her in death July 20, 1996. She is survived by 1 daughter, Annette Morris of Albequerque, NM; 1 son, Kenneth (Ann) Engh of Spencerville, OH; by 4 grandchildren: Chris Kirschner, Esther Rosenthal; Sarah Rosenthal; Lydia Engh; and by a sister, Florence Stobber of East Troy, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a brother, Robert Neel; 2 sisters: Iva Nell Loveless and Bert Rose (Neel) Walton. Miriam was a 1935 graduate of Westville High School in Westville, OK. She was a clerical worker for many years at Northern Engineering Labs in Burlington, WI. She was a former member of the Cross Lutheran Church in Burlington, WI, where she had taught Sunday School for many years. She enjoyed living at Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community and she was a talented seamstress. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys, OH. Funeral rites will be Thursday, March 1, 2012, in the Meyer Community Chapel on the campus of Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community. Private family burial rites will be held at Norway Hill Cemetery, Winn Lake, WI. The funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, Ohio.

ENGLAND, Christina G. England (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Christina G. England, age 47, Celina, died March 27, 2011, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. She was born June 4, 1963, in Kendallville, IN, to the late Lloyd A. Sr. and Sylvia R. Cook Flynn of Celina who survives. Surviving are her children's father, Ernest England II, of Rockford; a son, Ryan (Amanda) England, of Mendon; a daughter, Amanda (Bill) Perry, of Rockford; 2 brothers, Lloyd A. (Christy) Flynn Jr., of Fort Recovery, and Robert A. (Darlene K.) Flynn, of Celina; 5 sisters, Kathleen (Jeff) Shuster, of Kissimmee, FL, Barbara (Alan) Phillips, of Englewood, TN, Susan Flynn, of Wabash, Sylvia (David) Steinecker, of Celina, and Greta Backus, of Huntsville; and 2 grandchildren. A homemaker, she worked at Huffy Bicycle Corp., Celina, and the Ford plant in Lima. She was a member of The Lord's Church in Celina and attended Celina High School. She was a former member of the Moose Lodge in Lima and the Rockford Eagles and American Legion. Services were Wednesday March 30th at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Burial was at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina. Memorials may be given to the England family.

ENGLAND, Dorothea England (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 21 August 2016) Dorothea “Jean” England, age 78, of Mendon, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2016 at her residence. Born on August 8, 1938 in Celina, Jean was a daughter of the late Harry Benjamin & Ida Ruth (Dietch) Young. She married Ernest P. “Ernie” England on June 30, 1959, and he preceded her in death just three weeks ago on July 29, 2016. Surviving are their 5 children: Terry (Terri Jo) England of Spencerville, Ernie II (Jessica) England of Rockford, Pam (Scott) Stachler of Coldwater, Kim (Rob) Zizelman of Mendon and Joe (Vicki) England of Van Wert, 13 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren; 9 brothers & sisters: Bonnie (Ralph) Bensman of St. Marys, Larry (Connie) Young of Sioux City, IA, Kathy Gibson of Wapakoneta, Sharon (Dan) King and Tim (Linda) Young of Venedocia, John (Bonnie) Young of Rockford, Roberta (Mike) Sutter of Coldwater Alberta (Paul) Siegrist of St. Henry, and 5 sisters-in-law: Doris Young of Mendon, Sharon Young of St. Marys, Faye Miracle, Eva Jones and Dorothy Partin, all three of Middlesboro, KY. Preceding Jean in death were four brothers and two sisters-in-law: Harry Benjamin Young Sr., Steve & Martha Young, Ralph Young and Daniel & Carolyn Young, a grandchild, Ashley England and brothers-in-law: Burl, Charles, Arnold, Earl, Harold, J.C. & Glen England. Jean enjoyed working in long term care facilities. She had been a State Tested Nursing Assistant at Celina Manor Nursing Home and was the Housekeeping Supervisor at the Laurels of Shane Hill in Rockford. Favorite pastimes for Jean were: bowling, bingo and reading novels. She also was a quilter and completed many quilts for her family. Her greatest love was watching and being with the grandchildren. She served as babysitter for all the youngest of her great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 25, at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon,. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care or the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

ENGLAND, Ernest P. England (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 29 July 2016) Ernest P. “Ernie” England, age 86, of Mendon, passed away Friday, July 29, 2016 at his residence. Born on July 19, 1930 in Fork Ridge, TN, Ernie was a son of the late Porter & Mary (Smith) England. He married Dorothea "Jean" Young, and she survives, along with their five Children: Terry & Terri Jo England of Spencerville, Ernie II & Jessica England of Rockford, Pam & Scott Stachler of Coldwater, Kim & Rob Zizelman of Mendon and Joe & Vicki England of Van Wert; 3 sisters: Faye Miracle, Eva Jones and Dorothy Partin, all of Middlesboro, KY, 13 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Ernie was preceded in death by seven Brothers: Burl, Charles, Arnold, Earl, Harold, J. C. & Glen England, and a grandchild, Ashley England. He served with the U.S. Army in Germany from 1951-1954 during the Korean War, and was a member of Harry J. Reynolds American Legion Post #191 in Spencerville. Ernie had worked in the Coal Mines in Kentucky, managed the former BONDED Service Station at the corner of Market & Ash Streets in Celina, and retired from the St. Marys Foundry. He loved watching western movies. Ernie's favorite saying was "10-4, over and out". He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Ernie was truly loved, and will be greatly missed. Funeral Services will be Monday, August 1, at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery, with graveside military honors to be conducted by the Spencerville Veterans. Memorial Contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care or the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

ENGLE, Billy Vance Engle (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421121) Billy Vance Engle, age 70, of Coldwater, Ohio, died on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born November 21, 1942 in Kodak, KY, to the late Benjamin & Marie (Sumner) Engle. On April 27, 1968 he married Dorothy (Hill) in Brewster, NY and she survives in Coldwater. He is also survived by two children, Denise Borger of Coldwater and Vance & Cassy Engle of Acworth, GA, two grandchildren, Nate & Victoria Borger, brothers and sisters, Wayne & Carol Engle of Standfordville, NY, Benjamin & Betty Engle of Celina, James Engle of Musesmills, KY and Vaughn & Billie Dru Engle of Celina and a sister-in-law Joan Engle of Celina. He is also preceded in death by a brother Charles, sisters Thelma Turner, Jewell Gerwells & Florene Dubbioso and a sister-in-law Jean Engle. He worked at the former New Idea Plant in Coldwater and retired from Haulette Manufacturing in Celina. He also worked as a mechanic and restored Volkswagens. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater.

ENGLE, Charles Engle (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 27, 2012) Charles “Chuck” Engle, age 72, of Celina, died Friday, Feb. 24, 2012, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 29, 1939, in Kodak, KY, to Benjamin Engle and Marie Sumner, and they preceded him in death. On Dec. 2, 1961, he married Joan Murray, and she survives him. He is also survived by 1 son, Charles Engle Jr. of St. Marys; 1 daughter, Karen (Charles) Tester of Celina; 5 brothers; 5 grandchildren; 3 stepgrandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sisters; a sister-in-law. Funeral services will be Wednesday at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude.

ENGLE, Charles Engle (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 27 May 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Charles "Chuck" Engle, Jr., age 56, of St. Marys, OH died Sunday May 26, 2019 at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, OH. He was born January 10, 1963 in Greenwich, CT to Charles and Joan (Murray) Engle, Sr. On May 4, 1984 in Findlay, OH he married Jill Ann Radabaugh, who survives. Also survived by 3 daughters Stephanie (Jesse Huff) Engle; Michelle (John) Flaute; Nicolette (Josh) Kolsky all three of St. Marys, OH; 4 grandchildren: Tobiason Miller, Leota Mae Miller, Elliot Kolsky, Vivian Kolsky; 1 sister Karen (Chuck) Tester of Celina, OH and his mother-in-law Joan Giesey of Findlay, OH. He was a graduate of Coldwater High School (Class of 1981) and attended Findlay College. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Engle was the proprietor of "The Groomer's Table -- Pet Grooming By Chuck" in St. Marys. He was a founding member and past president of St. Marys Lions club. His favorite pastimes included metal detecting, bird watching and listening to bluegrass music. Services are scheduled at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Military funeral honors will be presented at the funeral home at the conclusion of the services. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to his family to assist with medical expenses.

ENGLE, Frank Engle (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 30, 2011) Frank Engle, age 51, passed away on Monday, Nov. 28, 2011, in Dayton. He was born on June 16, 1960, in Mendon, to Benjamin and Janice (Severns) Engle, and his mother preceded him in death. His father and stepmother, Betty, survive him in Celina. On Feb. 14, 1998, in Dayton, he married Katherine Messer, and she survives him. He is survived by 2 sons, Justin (Brittany) and William (Stephanie), both of Dayton; 1 sister, Linda Sue Engle of New Lebanon; his brothers, Curtis, Benjamin Todd (Angie) and Trent (Julie), all of Dayton; his stepbrothers, Craig (Brenda) McDermitt of St. Marys, Mike McDermitt of New Bremen and John (Sally) McDermitt of Celina; 3 grandchildren; 1 sister and brother-in-law, LaVerna (Ron) Bryant of Hillsboro; and numerous nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Engle of Dayton; and a stepsister, Deanna McDermitt Slone of St. Marys. Frank worked in the water treatment plant at Sugarcreek Packing for five years. Funeral services will be held Saturday at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Road, Dayton. Burial is to follow at Swamp College Cemetery in Celina.

ENGLE, Helen Engle (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 20 March 2020) Helen "Jane" Engle, age 76, of Wapakoneta passed away Friday March 20, 2020 at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s, Lima. She was born in Springfield, Ohio on June 2, 1943 to John & Sadamae (Lands) Coe who preceded her in death. On March 21, 1964 she married Michael M. Engle, who passed away on July 16, 2019. Survivors include 3 children, Michael (Ellen) Engle of Wapakoneta, Melissa (Steve) Mortach of Fairborn, Mark (Barbara Meyers) Engle of Carrollton, TX; 6 grandchildren, Kathleen (Rick) Parfait, Justin Engle, Josh (Allison) Kimmel, Erin Engle, Hannah Engle, Seth Kimmel; and 3 great-grandchildren, Van, Aiden and Gavin. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Elizabeth Kimmel; a sister, Ruth Ann Morton; and a brother, John Coe. Jane was a 1961 graduate of Bath High School. She then graduated from St. Rita's Nursing School as a registered nurse and Defiance College with her B.S.N. She was an adviser and director with local 4-H clubs for over 50 years. She retired from St. Rita's Medical Center after 46 years as an R.N., the director of the call-a-nurse program and volunteer program. She was a member of First United Methodist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family, going to Disney World and shopping. For over 30 years she was referred to as the "Avon Lady" Due to our nation's current health crisis a private family graveside service will be held in Greenlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

ENGLE, Michael M. Engle (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 16 July 2019) Michael M. Engle, age 75, of Wapakoneta passed away Tuesday July 16, 2019 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima following a brief illness. He was born in Van Wert County on September 19, 1943 to Orville M. & Catherine L. (Nolan) Engle who preceded him in death. On March 21, 1964 he married H. Jane Coe and she survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors include 3 children, Michael (Ellen) Engle of Wapakoneta, Melissa (Steve) Mortach of Troy, Mark Engle of Knoxville, TN; 6 grandchildren, Kathleen (Rick) Parfait, Justin Engle, Josh Kimmel, Erin Engle, Hannah Engle, Seth Kimmel; 3 great-grandchildren, Van, Aiden and Gavin. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Elizabeth Kimmel; 2 brothers and a sister, Daniel Engle, Chris Roetgerman and Patrick Engle. Michael was a 1961 graduate of Bath High School. He then attended The Ohio State University where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and then a Master’s Degree in Education Administration from the University of Cincinnati. He retired in 2008 from Shawnee High School after 45 years of teaching chemistry. He enjoyed photography, hunting, fishing and was referee for basketball. He loved to travel, especially to Disney World. He was a fan of the Cincinnati Reds and the Ohio State Buckeyes. He was also a member of First United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta. Most of all he loved spending time with his family. Funeral services will be at First United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

ENGLE, Orville M. Engle (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Orville M. Engle, age 83, 6190 Shelley Road, Mendon, died Nov. 25, 2007, at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born July 4, 1924, in Lima, to Jesse and Hattie Dupler Engle. On Aug. 8, 1942, he married Catherine L. "Midge" Nolan, who died Nov. 4, 1987. Survivors are 3 sons, Michael (Jane), of Wapakoneta, Danny (Jenis), of Cridersville, and Patrick (Betty), of Mendon; 1 son-in-law, Jack Roetgerman, of Minster; 12 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and several step-great-grandchildren. Deceased are a daughter, Kristina Roetgerman; and three brothers, Walter, Oren and Brice. He retired as a finish carpenter at Kitchen's Inc., Van Wert, and was a farmer. A U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, he served with the Army Corps of Engineers in Europe and the South Pacific. He attended the former Lima Central High School and in later years received a diploma from Lima Central High School. Services are Wednesday at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Mendon. Burial is at Tomlinson Cemetery near Mendon, where graveside military rites will be conducted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6772, Spencerville. Contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.

ENGLE, Patrick Engle (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Patrick Engle, age 61, of rural Mendon, passed away Sunday evening, January 20, 2013 at his residence. He was born August 22, 1951 in Lima, OH. His mother: Catherine L. "Midge" Nolan Engle and father: Orville M. Engle, are both deceased. A sister: Kris Roetgerman, also preceded him in death. Pat is survived by his companion: Betty Phillips; a son: Shawn (Tonya) Engle of Mendon, 3 daughters: Val (Rob) Wood of Mendon, Mandy Engle of Botkins and Samantha (Charles) Giffin of Circleville; 2 brothers: Michael (Jane) Engle of Wapakoneta and Danny (Jenis) Engle of Cridersville; 7 grandchildren: Chris Wood, Marissa Engle, Matthew Carpenter, Patrick & Brooklyn Giffin, John Rowe and Savanna Williams, 2 great-grandchildren, step-children: Tonya Engle and David Phillips, both of Mendon and Tom & Pauline Phillips, both of Columbus; a brother-in-law: Jack Roetgerman of Ft. Loramie and several nieces & nephews. Pat was a self-employed farmer, truck driver and diesel mechanic. He graduated from Lima Bath High School in 1969 and was a member of the National Rifle Association. His hobby was restoring old Tractors. Funeral Services will be Thursday, January 24 at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will be at Tomlinson Cemetery, near Mendon. Memorial contributions may be made to: The Cancer Association of Mercer County or Community Health Professionals of Celina.

ENGLE, Shirley Mae Engle (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 31, 2012) Shirley Mae Engel, age 82, formerly of 503 E. Auglaize St., Wapakoneta, died on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012, at Auglaize Acres Nursing Home. She was born on April 2, 1930, in Cincinnati, to Louis and Frieda (Kattelman) Meier, and they preceded her in death. On June 27, 1953, in Barnesburg, she married A. Eugene Engel, and he preceded her in death on June 24, 2009. She is survived by 1 brother, Leroy (Hilda) Meier of Mount Healthy; 1 sister, Lois (Donald) Wingberger of Cincinnati; 1 sister-in-law, Sylvia Engel of St. Marys; 1 nephew; and 4 nieces. She was preceded in death by a brother, Howard Meier. She was a 1949 graduate of Colerain High School. She was a homemaker and had formerly been employed as a bookkeeper for Southwest Ohio Publishing Co. in Cincinnati. She was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys. Her favorite pastime was bowling. Rites are Friday at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home, 314 W. High St., St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to Auglaize Acres Activity Fund.

ENGLEBRECHT, Barbara Englebrecht (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jan 8, 1920) Wapakoneta -- The deaths here Tuesday of Mrs. Dorothea Dillman and Mrs. Barbara Englebrecht, 84, brought out a train of unusual coindences. Both were born in Wuerimberg, Germany, in 1835, in the same village. Mrs. Dillman in February and Mrs. Englebrecht in May of the same year. Mrs. Engelbrecht was brought to America in 1847 by her parents, and Mrs. Dillman came 1852. Lifelong friends, they were separated only four hours by death, Mrs. Englebrecht passing away at 5 o'clock and Mrs. Dillman at 9 o'clock Tuesday.

ENGLISH, Ulysses English (Abstracted from the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Aug 31, 1917) Ulysses English, age 31, resident of St. Johns, died yesterday at Lima.

ENICKS, Constance J. Bruns Enicks (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Constance J. Bruns – Enicks, formerly of St. Marys, OH died Friday September 23, 2011 in Zephyrhills, FL. She was born March 21, 1941 in Lenore, WV to Nelson and Emma (Bevins) Hall. On August 22, 1983 in Greenville, OH she married Franklin O. Enicks, who died June 30, 2004. She is survived by 2 sons, John (Donna) Bruns of St. Marys, OH; Dan (Mary) Bruns of Zephyrhills, FL; 1 daughter, Donna (Doug) Albers of New Bremen, OH; 6 grandchildren: Andrew Bruns, Justin Bruns, Mitchell Bruns, Ross Bruns, Jake Albers, Jenna Albers; 2 sisters, Donna (Joe) Boerger of Dayton, OH; Patty (Ray) Hardings of Bryan, OH; and 2 brothers, Nelson (Debbie) Hall, Jr. and Ronnie (Deb) Hall both of Lenore, WV. She was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Enicks and her former husband, John Bruns, Sr. She was retired from Crown Equipment Corp. in New Bremen, OH, where she worked as a receiving inspector. She was a member of Agape Baptist Church in Zephyrhills, and had been a member of VFW Post # 9289 auxiliary Eagles Lodge Aerie # 767 (both in St. Marys), Moose Lodge in Celina and American Legion auxiliary in Coldwater. Constance enjoyed retirement living in sunny Florida. While there, she volunteered for WWJD Food Ministry. Her favorite pastimes included reading, shopping, cruising and caring for her canine companion, “Tiny”. Services are scheduled Saturday October 1, 2011 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Burge Cemetery in Montezuma, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to either Gideons International or Susan G. Komen for the Cure Fund.

ENGLE, Billy Vance Engle (Abstracted from Obituary | Billy V Engle | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Billy Vance Engle, age 70 of Coldwater, Ohio, died on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born November 21, 1942 in Kodak, KY, to the late Benjamin & Marie (Sumner) Engle. On April 27, 1968 he married Dorothy (Hill) in Brewster, NY and she survives in Coldwater. He is also survived by two children, Denise Borger of Coldwater and Vance & Cassy Engle of Acworth, GA, two grandchildren, Nate & Victoria Borger, brothers and sisters, Wayne & Carol Engle of Standfordville, NY, Benjamin & Betty Engle of Celina, James Engle of Musesmills, KY and Vaughn & Billie Dru Engle of Celina and a sister-in-law Joan Engle of Celina. He is also preceded in death by a brother Charles, sisters Thelma Turner, Jewell Gerwells & Florene Dubbioso and a sister-in-law Jean Engle. He worked at the former New Idea Plant in Coldwater and retired from Haulette Manufacturing in Celina. He also worked as a mechanic and restored Volkswagens. Funeral Services will be at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater.

ENNEKING, Joseph A. Enneking (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1727148) Joseph A. Enneking, age 78, of Minster, Ohio died Saturday, January 2, 2016 at Dorothy Love Retirement Community, Sidney, Ohio. He was born on August 4, 1937 in Minster, Ohio to the late Joseph H. & Rosa (Schmitmeyer) Enneking. He married Elma Meyer on November 12, 1960 and she preceded him in death on January 2, 2000. He is survived by son & daughter-in-law Jeff & Amy Enneking, Forest, VA, granddaughters Megan & Tara, brothers & sisters: Mary Lou & Urban Seger, Minster, Robert & Mary Jo Enneking, Sidney, Dolores & Douglas Latham, Piqua and David & Mary Jo Enneking, Troy, in-laws: Louis Bertke, New Bremen, John Schmiesing, Minster, Carolyn Enneking, Minster, Rosie Meyer, Celina, Ernie & Betty Meyer, Newport, OH, Carol & Norman Winner, Wentzville, MO, Evelyn & Vernon Bergman, Yorkshire.. He was preceded in death by sisters: Rita Bertke and Alice Schmiesing, brother Jim Enneking and brother-in-law Carl Meyer. He was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster, Ohio and the Minster K of C. He served in the US Army and retired from Midmark in Versailles as a certified inspector. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, January 9, 2016 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. Burial will take place at a later date in St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements.

ENNEKING, Ralph J. Enneking (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 28 May 2014) Ralph J. Enneking, age 77, of New Bremen, died Sunday, May 25, 2014, at his residence. He was born on March 2, 1937, in Minster, the son of the late John and Edna (Schmiesing) Enneking. On Sept. 17, 1960, he married Doris Meiring, who survives in New Bremen. Also surviving are their children, Brenda and Richard Winner of Maria Stein; Cynthia and Charles Weyant of Greenville and Charles Perkins of New Bremen; grandchildren Latisha and Kevin Dakin of Phoenix, AZ; Ryan and Rachael Winner of Columbus; Richard Winner and Tami Post of Maria Stein; Chelsea Winner of Maria Stein; Kassondra Weyant of Greenville; great-grandchildren Oakley Dakin and Julian Winner; his siblings, Mildred and Al Borchers of Minster; Dorothy and John Rollegan of Mississippi; Evelyn Hogankamp of Dayton; Thelma and James Helmig of Dayton; Ted and Barb Enneking of Minster; Kenneth and Kathy Enneking of Dayton; and Mark and Linda Enneking of McCartyville. Mr. Enneking was a member of the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. He was active in the church, including serving as an usher for many years. He was an active member of the former New Bremen Lion's Club, the former New Bremen Jay Cee's, the Woodman of the World, the ARC, and was a Boy Scout leader of the New Bremen Troop #95 for many years. In 2001, Ralph retired from working at Goodyear in St. Marys after 32 years. He then went on to work at the ABC Center in New Bremen doing custodial work for another 10 years before retiring again in 2011. Ralph also served in the Army National Guard in the early 1960's. Funeral services will be Monday at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the State of the Heart Hospice.

ENNEKING, Zita J. Enneking (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2137120) Zita J. Enneking, age 92, of Minster Ohio died Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at Elmwood Assisted Living, New Bremen. She was born on July 18, 1926 in St. Rose, Ohio to the late Bernard T. & Mary (Meier) Evers. She married Clem A. Enneking on May 1, 1946 in St. Rose. He preceded her in death on November 7, 2006. She is survived by daughters; Kathleen Bowman, Kingman, AZ, Diane & David Hemmert, Botkins, Patricia & Virgil Muhlenkamp, Coldwater, 11 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, 18 step great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and 14 step great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter Linda Thobe, son-in-law Ralph Bowman, 1 grandchild Angela Thobe, brothers & sisters, Victor & Mary Evers, Raymond & Henrietta Evers, Rita Evers, Olivia & Maurice Bohman and Othmar & Alveria Evers. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster and the Catholic Ladies of Columbia. She was a farmer’s wife and loved quilting. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, September 22, 2018 at St. Augustine Church. Hogenkamp Funeral Home Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. Burial will take place at St. Augustine Cemetery.

ERHARDT, Allen Eugene Erhardt (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 March 2010) Allen Eugene Erhardt, age 77, died Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010, at home. He was born Feb. 3, 1933, in Fort Wayne, a son to James and Helene (McMillan) Erhardt who preceded him in death. He is survived by his sons, James and Rex Allen both of Fort Wayne, Ralph E. of Ossian; daughters, Virginia (Danny) Denton and Kelly (Joshua Dorgan) Koontz both of Fort Wayne, Linda Marie (Steve Butcher) Erhardt of Woodburn, and, Connie Newland of St. Marys; 11 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; a brother, Ralph J. Erhardt of Fort Wayne; and 2 sisters, Zelda Ruth (James) Erhardt Jackson of Fort Wayne and Grace Gustin of New Haven. He was preceded in death in addition to his parents by two brothers. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He retired from the city of Fort Wayne Water Department in 1980. He is a member of Emmaus Lutheran Church, American Legion Post 241, and was an avid Ham Radio Operator and enjoyed collecting clocks. Services will be Thursday at the D. O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Funeral Home 1320 E. Dupont Road, Fort Wayne. Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society or to Parkview Home and Hospice. Burial will be in the Eel River Cemetery.

ERNST, Anna Mae Ernst (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/anna-ernst) Anna M. Ernst, age 95, of Fort Loramie, OH passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at The Landings, Sidney, OH. She was born November 2, 1924 in Piqua, OH to the late Edward & Ann Mae (Moyer) Gaier. She married Thomas Ernst on September 23, 1943 in Fort Loramie and he preceded her in death on December 13, 1995. She survived by children: Rebecca & Robert Herzberg, Warren, MI, Jane & Bob Clodfelter, Centerville, Tim & Sharon Ernst, Fort Loramie, Terrie & Gary Schwaiger, Sidney, 4 grandchildren, Jackie & Robert Winkelman, Julie Herzberg, Lona & Gerard Rizkallah, Philip & Maggie Ernst, 5 great grandchildren: Becca, Chloe, Liam, Alex and Thomas and many nieces and nephews. Annie was the youngest of 9 children and the last of her family. She was also preceded in death by numerous brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law. She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Fort Loramie, Fort Loramie American Legion Auxiliary and the Red Hat Ladies. She retired from Elder Berman at the age of 85. She was an avid walker into her early nineties. She was a world traveler and had many adventures with numerous friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Michael Catholic Church, Fort Loramie. Burial will follow in St. Michael Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers donations should be made to Ft. Loramie Rescue Squad and Ft. Loramie American Legion.

ERNST, Barbara K. Ernst (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 6, 2015) Barbara K. "Bobbi" Ernst, age 58, of St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015, at the Lima Memorial Hospital in Lima. She was born on May 30, 1956, in Decatur, IN, to Claire and Sue (Now) Stetler, who live in Celina. On Sept. 4, 2004, she married Joe Ernst of St. Marys, who survives. Also surviving are her children Kevin (Sara) Mowery, of Dallas, Texas, Stacey (Bryan) Schnabel of Lexington, KY, David (Jennifer) Ernst of Fort Loramie and Jenny (Tony) Craft of St. Marys; 9 grandchildren and several brothers and sisters-in-law. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

ERNST, Christa D. Ernst (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 August 2010) Christa D. Ernst, age 39, 224 N. Hanover St., Minster, died Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, in the emergency room at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital following an automobile crash. She was born Oct. 29, 1970, in St. Marys, a daughter to Cary and Beverly (Rhoads) Temple; her mother survives in Defiance; her father survives in St. Marys. On June 3, 1995, in Minster, she married Michael Ernst Jr. and he survives. She is also survived by her three children, Emily, Aaron and Courtney Ernst all at home; her siblings, Maria and Chris Clawson of Defiance, Scott and Tonya Temple of New Bremen, Gregg Temple of Defiance; her in-laws, Michael Sr. and Eunice (Schmiesing) Ernst of Minster; brothers-in-law, Charlie and Belinda Ernst of Findlay, Ben and Stacy Ernst of Dublin, Matt Ernst of Lincoln NE and A.J. Ernst of Columbus. She was a member of St. Augustine Church in Minster, the Multiple Scleroses Society. She was a graduate of Defiance College and received her master’s degree from Marygrove College. She was a substitute teacher. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at St. Augustine Church. Burial will follow in St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to Multiple Scleroses Society and the education fund for their children.

ERNST, Joseph E. Ernst (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 October 2018) Joseph E. Ernst, age 65, of Defiance Road, St. Marys, passed away of natural causes Saturday afternoon, Oct. 27, 2018, at the OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. He was born Nov. 14, 1952, in Sidney to the late Albert and Viola (Vehorn) Ernst. On Sept. 4, 2004, in Celina, Joe married Barbara (Mowery) Ernst who preceded him in death on Feb. 4, 2015. Surviving are two children, David (Jenny) Ernst of Fort Loramie, Jennifer (Tony) Craft of St. Marys and five grandchildren: Taylor and Katelyn Ernst and Eliyah, Carl Joseph and Kaliyah Craft; three siblings: Ann (James (dec.)) Stidd, Chuck (Elaine) Ernst and Treva (Dan) Brandewie, all of Fort Loramie as well as in-laws, Claire (Sue) Stettler and family of Celina. Mr. Ernst was a 1970 graduate of Fort Loramie High School. He retired in 2017 from the Stolle Corporation / Ply Gem in Sidney where he had been employed 46 years. Joe was an avid fan of NASCAR, the Browns and Buckeye basketball. A funeral service will be Tuesday at Gehret Funeral Home in Fort Loramie. Interment services will be Friday at North Grove Cemetery in Celina. Memorials may be made to the St. Marys Fire Department or a charity of choice.

ERNST, Leo J. Ernst (Abtracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421383) Leo J. Ernst, age 55, of Coldwater, Ohio, died following an extended battle with cancer on Sunday, June 24, 2012 at Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater, Ohio. He was born February 07, 1957 in Lima, Ohio to the late Arthur and Ruth Christine (Fischer) Ernst. Leo is survived by three siblings Jerri & Nick Schulze of Coldwater, Marilyn & Dave Arnold of Celina and Leon & Becky Ernst of Coldwater and 2 nieces and 2 nephews. He is preceded in death by a brother Wayne Ernst. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church and the Coldwater Eagles. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at Holy Trinity Catholic church, Coldwater, Ohio. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice 230 W. Main St, Coldwater, Ohio.

ERNST, Mary Ellen Ernst (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1796150) Mary Ellen Ernst, age 93, of Fort Loramie, died on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at Elmwood of New Bremen. She was born October 22, 1922 in Egypt, Ohio to the late John & Veronica (Poeppelman) Ahrens. On November 21, 1946 she married Henry F. Ernst and he preceded her in death on February 29, 1996. She is survived by children, Henry & Linda Ernst, Piqua, Mary Lou & Thomas Klein, Carey, OH, Kenneth & Deb Ernst, Ft. Loramie, Richard & Jennie Ernst, Ft. Loramie, Karen Ernst, Sidney, Jackie Ernst, Elida, Patty & Tony Eilerman, Ft. Loramie, daughter-in-law Diane Ernst, Bellbrook, 21 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren and sister Edna Aselage, Ft. Loramie. She was preceded in death by son, James Ernst, grandson, Tony Ernst, brother, Vernon & Alvina Ahrens and brother-in-law, Henry Aselage. She was a lifelong member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Ft. Loramie, and a member of the NAM of the North. Mary Ellen was specially known for her cinnamon rolls, pies and cookies. She was a homemaker, gardener, avid card player and crossword puzzle solver. She was often found at the Ft. Loramie Library where her favorite librarians would supply her with the latest romance novels and current books to read. She loved spending time with her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, May 13, 20126 at St. Michael Catholic Church, Ft. Loramie. Burial will follow in St. Michael Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to AJ Wise Ft. Loramie Branch of the Shelby County Library, 300 East Park St. Ft. Loramie, OH 45845 and Wilson Hospice Care.

ENYART, William L. Enyart (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 6 January 2020) William L. "Bill" Enyart, age 77, of Portland, IN, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020, in the Supportive Care Unit at Parkview Hospital Randallia in Fort Wayne. He was born August 6, 1942, in Celina, to the late Vernon Lionel Enyart and Margaret Ruth (Huey) Enyart Zimmerly. Bill and Janice L. (Shindeldecker) were married on July 6, 1963, and she preceded him in death April 7, 1975. On January 10, 1976, at Grace Missionary Church in Celina, he married Patty (Shreves) and she survives, along with three children: Lionel (Lisa) Enyart of Van Wert, Mark Enyart of Coldwater, and Tracy (Jack) Britt of South Whitley, IN; 7 grandchildren: Jacob Enyart of Van Wert, Branden (Kayley) Enyart of Monroe, IN, Elise (Adam) Hoaglin of Van Wert, Benzel Enyart of Mount Vernon, Emily Enyart of Dayton, Jessica Britt of North Manchester, IN, and Jacob Britt of South Whitley, IN; as well as 6 great grandchildren: Matthew Enyart, Jasmine Sapp, Emerson Hoaglin, Rylan Hollon, Avery Hoaglin, and Alexis Hoaglin. Bill was preceded in death by his sister, Sharon Elaine (Enyart) Compson, a grandson, Ethan Enyart, and his stepfather, Clayton R. Zimmerly. He was a 1961 graduate of Celina High School. Bill worked at Reynolds + Reynolds in Celina in Data Processing, and at Crown Control in New Bremen. Bill had been the owner of Enyart Trucking in Portland. After selling his trucking business, he then worked for Limestone Products in Portland. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Portland. Bill's interests included building computers, camping, and genealogy, which he researched extensively. Church and family were the cornerstones of Bill's life. Funeral Services will be at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina. Memorial Contributions may be made to The Jay County Christian Academy, 289 S 200 W, Portland, IN 47371.

ERSKINE, David A. Erskine (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio –28 October 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) David A. Erskine, age 77, of Neptune, Ohio, died October 28, 2019, at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton. He was born April 24, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of William and Vividean (Porter) Erskine. He is survived by his two sons: Cameron Erskine of Wapakoneta; Travis Erskine of Saint Marys; by three grandchildren and by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and by a brother, Don Erskine. He was a graduate of Simon Kenton High School, Class of 1960. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He earned the National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and the Military Merit Medal. He first served with the 100th Infantry Division, and later with military intelligence assigned to the 9th infantry division. Dave was a truck driver for Whiteline Express in Jackson Center, with his brother and son. He was also the owner of M.E. Insurance Agency in Wilmington, Ohio, and Cridersville. He retired from Copeland Corporation in Sidney, where he had been a CNC operator. He was the former owner of the Winchester Gun Club, Columbus. Dave was the treasurer and lifelong member of DAV Chapter 76, Mercer County; life member of VFW Post 1118, Celina and also a life member of the NRA. He was a member of the Mercer County Sportsman’s Association, and was past president of the Cridersville Lions Club and had served as president of the Cridersville Business Association. Funeral rites will be at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Military burial rites will follow at Neptune Cemetery.

ERSKINE, Donald W. Erskine (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 17 July 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Pastor Donald W. Erskine, age 71, of Saint Marys, died Sunday, July 13, 2019, at OSU Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio. He was born June 21, 1948, in Columbus, the son of William and Kathryn (Porter) Erskine. He married Karolyn Sue Long on June 1, 2006; she preceded him in death on February 13, 2014. He is survived by his sons: Donald Erskine; Ryan Erskine; Shawn Erskine; Tyler Erskine. He is also survived by a brother, David Erskine; a nephew, Travis Erskine; by a step-daughter, by his step-daughter Janet Hamilton; step-son Jody Gibson. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife. Don was a graduate of Wilmington High School. He had worked many years as an apartment manager and home repairman. He was a pastor and evangelist, and traveled to many churches to preach the Gospel of Christ. In his spare time, Don loved fishing and shooting sports. He was a member of Northtowne Church of God in Sidney. Funeral rites will be at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Memorial gifts may be given to Pastor Erskine’s family.

ERSKINE, Karolyn Sue Erskine (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Karolyn Sue Erskine, age 66, of 623 West Spring Street, Saint Marys, OH, died Thursday, February 13, 2014, at Saint Rita’s Medical Center, Lima, OH, following a short illness. She was born May 27, 1947, in Braxton, County, WV, the daughter of Ray and Leola (Petry) Long. She married Donald Erskine on July 1, 2006, and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her 2 children: Jody (Tammy) Gibson of Ashland, OH; Janet Hamilton of Ashland, OH; by 4 step-children: Donald Erskine of Columbus, OH; Ryan Erskine of Buckeye Lake, OH; Shawn Erskine of Sidney, OH; and Tyler Erskine of Washington Court House, OH; by 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray Long; Leola (Petry) Long Soffish; by a sister and a brother. Karolyn graduated from Ashland High School in 1966. She was a career truck driver, driving mostly for RW Sanders Trucking during her 37 years in the business. She was a member of Northtowne Church of God in Sidney and she loved serving the Lord. She enjoyed solving word search puzzles in her spare time. Funeral rites will be Thursday, February 20, 2014, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys, Ohio. Private family burial rites will be held. Memorial gifts may be given to Northtowne Church of God.

ERVIN, Thomas O. Ervin (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 16 August 2018) Thomas O. Ervin, age 83, of St. Marys died Aug. 14, 2018 at Elmwood Assisted Living, New Bremen. He was born in Wellston on July 13, 1935 to the late Thomas A. and Frances L. (Faught) Ervin. He was preceded in death by his wife Myriam (Sims) Ervin. He is survived by his children Angela Lewis, Piqua, Thomas "Mitchell" (Sandra) Ervin, Fort Recovery, Jill (Bill) Luttmer, Minster, 10 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; former wife Marjorie (Cline) Ervin, Piqua; brother Rex Ervin, Klamath Falls, OR and brother-in-law Loren Peters, Dallas, TX. He was preceded in death by son-in-law Ed Lewis, sister Sandra Peters and sister-in- law Bev Ervin. Thomas was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. Memorial services will be Friday at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grand Lake Hospice.

ESCHMEYER, Violet Marie Eschmeyer (Abstracted from the Lima News Jun 17, 2001) New Knoxville -- Violet Marie Eschmeyer, age 75, of New Knoxville, died June 16, 2001, at her residence. She was born Oct. 16, 1926 in Van Wert to Forrest A. and Violet Marie (Brotherwood) Thomas. On Sept. 13, 1947, she married Eldred L. Eschmeyer, who died May 20, 1997. Mrs. Eschmeyer was a registered nurse, retiring from Heritage Manor, Minster. She was a member of First United Church of Christ, New Knoxville. Survivors include one son, Bruce (Ellen) Eschmeyer of New Knoxville; three daughters, Susan Warner of Newark, Barbara (William) Shelby of Sunbury and Lynn (Ron) Schweitzer of Wapakoneta; 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Forrest Thomas. Services will be at First United Church of Christ, New Knoxville. Burial will be in Pilger Ruhe Cemetery. Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, New Knoxville is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Romania Mission of the church.

ESHLEMAN, Barbara Eshleman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 4 June 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Barbara Eshleman, age 62, of St. Marys, OH died Tuesday June 4, 2019 at her residence. She was born February 23, 1956 in St. Marys, OH to Harold and Lillian (Storer) Quickle. She is survived by a daughter Amanda (Thomas) Young of St. Marys, OH; a son Brandon (Melissa) Eshleman of Toledo, OH; 2 grandchildren: Ian Young and Ryleigh Young; her mother Lillian Quickle of St. Marys, OH; 2 sisters Diana Hirschfeld of St. Marys, OH; Becky (Greg) Adams of St. Marys, OH; a brother-in-law Doug Duncan of St. Marys, OH and her former husband James Eshleman of St. Marys, OH. Preceded in death by her father Harold Quickle and sister Kathy Duncan. She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1974). Prior to becoming disabled, she worked at the St. Marys Cotton Mill, Wendy’s Restaurant in Celina, OH and Holloway Sportswear in Jackson Center, OH. Her favorite pastimes included reading, cooking and sewing. Rites are scheduled to be Monday June 10, 2019 at the Miller - Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High Street Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens near Moulton, OH.

ESHLEMAN, Norman Eshleman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Norman Eshleman, 80, of 833 Oliver Street, Saint Marys, died Thursday, October 7, 2010, at his residence. He was born June 26, 1930, in Auglaize County, the son of Dewey and Maude (Hertenstein) Eshleman. He married Shirley Reineke on February 17, 1951; she survives at the residence. He is survived by his 6 children: Kathy Henkle of Rockford, OH; Cheryl (David) Hasenjager of Saint Marys; Deborah (Rick) Francis of Saint Marys; Scott (Stephanie) Eshleman of Wapakoneta; James (Erinn) Eshleman of Saint Marys; Bobbi (Dave) Whitney of Saint Marys; by 11 grandchildren: Brady Henkle; Andy (Jesse) Francis; Jon Francis; Emily Whitney; Jeff Whitney; Jenny (Josh) Tester; Amy (Greg) Schmidt; Danielle Eshleman; Brennan Eshleman; Amanda (Thom) Young; Brandon Eshleman; by 8 great-grandchildren: Gage Schmidt; Carter Schmidt; Ian Young; Ryleigh Young; Bradin Henkle; Noah Francis; Ayden Francis; Olivia Tester; by a brother: Stanford Eshleman of Minster; a sister-in-law, Ruth Eshleman of Saint Marys; by numerous step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Todd Post; a brother, Eldon Eshleman; and two sisters: Wanda Engle and Marjorie Eshleman. Norman was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Korean War era. He retired from the Ford Motor Company in Lima where he had worked for 24 years. He had previously worked at the Saint Marys Foundry. He was also a well known local bartender, tending at many weddings and other social events for many years. He attended Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys; was a life member of both VFW Post 9289 and American Legion Post 323 in Saint Marys. He loved sports, woodworking and going to casinos. He really enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Funeral rites will be Monday, October 11, 2010, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road. Burial, with full military honors, will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to either Grand Lake Hospice or Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

ESHLEMAN, Robert J. Eshleman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Robert "Bob" J. Eshleman, 53, of 817 Hackney Street in St. Marys, OH died Wednesday April 3, 2013 at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born May 4, 1959 in St. Marys, OH to Stanferd and Marilyn (Kohnen) Eshleman. He is survived by his widow, Goldie Vining of St. Marys, OH; 2 daughters, Amanda (Scott) Hayes of Wapakoneta, OH; Ashlei Vining of St. Marys, OH; 3 grandchildren: Katelyn & Scotty Hayes, Brooklyn McEldowney; his father, Stanferd Eshleman of Minster, OH; 2 brothers, Gary Eshleman of Minster, OH; Mike Eshleman of New Knoxville, OH; 1 sister, Carol Eshleman of Russia, OH; 3 sisters-in-law, Sharon Vining of New Bremen, OH; Tam (Dave) Kanorr of New Knoxville, OH; Janet Baker of Ft. Wayne, IN; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marilyn Eshleman. He was a 1978 graduate of Minster High School. He worked as a production associate for Westaff Employment Agency. His favorite pastimes included fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Rites are scheduled to be Monday April 8, 2013 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys.

ESHLEMAN, Ruth M. Eshleman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 22 October 2016) Ruth M. Eshleman, age 84, formerly of 145 Watercrest Drive in St. Marys, OH died Saturday October 22, 2016 at Otterbein – St. Marys. She was born May 17, 1932 in Spencerville, OH to Freddie and Laura (Hiler) Vulgamott. On July 10, 1948 in Kentucky, she married Eldon Eshleman, who died May 26, 1986. Survivors include a daughter Linda (Robert) Suchland of New Bremen, OH; 3 grandsons: Jason (Rosie Gilbert) Suchland, Aaron (Lisa) Suchland, and Matt Suchland; 4 great-grandchildren: Josh Suchland, Jon Suchland, Kaitlyn (Shae) Mullins, and Jaymie (Cliff) Payne; 2 great-great-grandchildren: Noah Payne and Hunter Mullins; 1 brother Frederick Vulgamott of Lake City, FL; 1 half-brother John Vulgamott; 1 sister-in-law Shirley Eshleman of St. Marys, OH and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Freddie and Laura Vulgamott; husband Eldon Eshleman; brother Dorsey Gene Vulgamott and sister-in-law Patricia Vulgamott. A homemaker, she retired as manager of the former Cotton Mill Store in downtown St. Marys. She also worked at AGAPE Ministries in St. Marys. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Soroptimist International, St. Marys Sister Cities, Chamber of Commerce and Memorial Park Bridge Committee. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Rites are scheduled to be Thursday October 27, 2016 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to either AGAPE Ministries or Grand Lake Hospice.

ESHLEMAN, Stanferd R. Eshleman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 June 2016) Stanferd R. Eshleman, age 87, of Minster, died Saturday, June 18, 2016, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. He was born on Feb. 8, 1929, in St. Marys to the late Dewey and Maude (Hertenstein) Eshleman. On Sep. 2, 1950, at St. Augustine Church in Minster, he married Marilyn M. Kohnen, who preceded him in death on Jan. 14, 1995. On April 20, 1996, at Transfiguration Church, West Milton, he married Mary E. Lybarger, who preceded him in death on Feb. 1, 2006. He is survived by three children: Gary Eshleman of Minster; Mike Eshleman of New Knoxville; Carol Eshleman of Russia, and a daughter-in-law Goldie Vining of St. Marys; 5 grandchildren: Daniell and Dan Dukro; Amanda and Scott Hayes; Jon Argabright; Nicole and Binder Singh, and Ashlei Vining; 5 great-grandchildren Alex Aldrich, Katelyn and Scott Hayes, Rupinder Singh, Brooklyn McEldowney, and by his in-laws Ruth Eshleman, Shirley Eshleman, and Stanley Pierce. He was preceded in death by his son Robert Eshleman on April 3, 2013; by his stepfather Vernon Poppe; by his siblings Wanda Engel, Eldon Eshleman, Norman Eshleman, and Marge Eshleman; by his in-laws Guy Engel, Henry and Joan Kohnen, Dennis Kohnen, Lois Pierce, Jerry and Karen Shawler. He graduated from St. Marys Memorial High School in 1948. He started his working career at Meadow Gold Dairy Plant, New Bremen, and then worked for 42 years at Frank Morsey and Sons in Minster as first a truck driver and then in the plant until he retired. After retirement he kept busy working part-time at Hoge Lumber in New Knoxville. He liked to fish, play bingo, was a NASCAR fan and also a Reds, Colts and Steelers fan. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren and in his later years liked to sit and watch the trains. A funeral service will be Friday at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. Burial will follow the service at St. Augustine Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of donor's choice.

ESQUE, Sadie V. Esque (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 October 2011) Sadie V. Esque, age 83, of Wapakoneta, formerly of Logan, WV, died Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, at the Wapakoneta Manor. She was born on March 1, 1928, in Morehead, KY, to Ott and Lillie (Mathieus) Terry, and they preceded her in death. On June 28, 1948, she married Rezin J. Esque, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 20, 1995. She is survived by three children, Larry Rezin (Lynn) Esque of Shreveport, LA, Arlene (Scott) Rounce of Irvine, CA, and Debra Lynn Conrad of Wapakoneta; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a half-sister; four siblings and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501 in Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery in Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Christian Victory Tabernacle.

ETGEN, Candy May Etgen (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 13 October 2008) Candy May Etgen, age 39, of rural Lima, died Friday Oct. 10, 2008, at the St. Rita's Medical Center. She was born April 17, 1969, in Lima, a daughter of Gary Lee and Coleen (Reed) White, who survive in Delphos. On Nov. 13, 1993, she married Michael R. Etgen, and he survives. She is also survived by two sons, Andrew M. Etgen, David A. Etgen, both at home; three brothers; a sister; a father-in-law and mother-in-law, Oscar and Martha (Etgen) of Lima; several aunts, uncles, cousins; numerous nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday at the St. Patrick Catholic Church, Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Spencerville Cemetery. Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the family.

ETGEN, Shelva Etgen (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 18 January 2020) Shelva Etgen, age 81, of Celina, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Celina Manor. She was born June 13, 1938, in St. Sebastian, to the late Albert & Florentine (Link) Niekamp. Shelva is survived by her partner of many years, Bob Ritchie of Celina, a son, Brent (Linda) Unger of Sebring, FL, daughter, Kim (Jeff) Everman of Celina, four grandsons: Kyle Everman, Brock Willrath, Craig Everman, and Tyler Everman, five great grandchildren, and her step-children. Also surviving are a sister and two brothers: Joyce (Ron) Deger, Darrel (Connie) Niekamp, and Barry (Linda) Niekamp, and a son-in-law, Bruce Willrath. Shelva was preceded in death by a daughter, Babette Willrath. She was a graduate of Marion Local High School in Maria Stein, and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Celina VFW Post #5713. An avid crafter, Shelva enjoyed painting, ceramics, and collecting and restoring vintage dolls. Funeral Services will be at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to Community Health Professionals Hospice, 816 Pro Drive, Celina.

ETTER, Elizabeth Jean Blackmore Etter (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 28 September 2009) Elizabeth Jean "Betty" Blackmore Etter, age 79, died Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009, at the Masonic Home in Springfield. She was formerly a resident of Versailles, St. Marys, Lebanon and Piqua. She was born in Oregonia, Jan. 10, 1930, a daughter to the late Eugene A. and Lola Bessie (nee: Smith) Jeffery. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Jacob F. Etter; seven children, Jerrold E. Blackmore Jr. of Rochester, NY, Elizabeth M. Blackmore of Hendersonville, NC, Jeffery, Joel and John Blackmore of Lebanon, Rebecca Cawthorne of St. Petersburg, FL, and Amy Leigh Blackmore of Fort Myers, FL; stepchildren, Leinora Tinsky and Jeff Etter; 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband and father of her children, Jerrold E. Blackmore; son, James; five brothers, Maurice, Louis, Albert, Clifford and Kenneth Jeffery; and a sister, Elsie Smith. She worked in the newborn nursery of the Joint Township Memorial Hospital in St. Marys and in the nursing department of Otterbein Homes in Lebanon and later St. Marys before retiring in 1995. She continued to serve Otterbein as a volunteer during retirement. Betty enjoyed traveling, working in her flower gardens, crocheting and other needlework. She was a member of the Cherry Street Church of Christ in Lebanon, Past Worthy Matron of St. Marys OES Chapter 119 and Deputy Grand Matron for District 9 in 1999. She also served as a mother adviser for the St. Marys Assembly of Rainbow. She was a loving and devoted wife and mother and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. The funeral will be Tuesday, at the Oswald- Hoskins Funeral Home in Lebanon and interment will follow in Bethany Cemetery. Floral tributes are welcome and memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

ETTER, Robert Edward Etter (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 15 November 2018 Robert Edward Etter, age 68, was called to his heavenly home with his loving wife and family by his side on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Robert (Bob) was born Nov. 15, 1949 in Lima, the second son of the late Gordon and Lillian (Moore) Etter. Bob grew up in St. Marys, with five brothers: playing various sports, excelling in school and participating in many other activities including Boy Scouts (Life Scout, Philmont, National Jamboree, Mile Swim, etc.), Top Ten in Ohio Scholastic Acheivement Tests, theatrical arts, dancing, chess club, etc. As a 1968 honors graduate of Memorial High School, Bob initially pursued architecture studies at Ohio State University as a National Merit Scholar. He ultimately graduated in psychology at the University of Cincinnati. In his career, Bob installed computer systems and was a professional photographer for over 20 years, including running his own composite business in Mount Gilead. There, he met Kimberly Myers, a social worker, who was a caseworker for Morrow County Human Services. On Nov. 27, 1993, Bob and Kim were married at the Worthington Inn in Worthington. Most recently, Bob and Kim lived in Fairborn, where they were active members of the Faith Community United Methodist Church in Xenia. Throughout his life, Bob was an avid reader and enjoyed writing, drawing, building models, computers, the 'art of guns,' tinkering with cars / engines, watching Fox news and 'a good debate.' Bob loved his family and will be greatly missed. Along with his parents, Bob is preceded in death by his brother: Ronald Etter. Bob is survived by his wife: Kimberly (Myers) Etter; brothers Thomas Etter (Joan), Jon Etter (Sharon), Roger Etter (Evelyn) and Dana Etter (Gloria); sisters-in-law Rose Etter (Ron's wife), Paula Jameson and Barbara Ford; nephews Max, Jarret, Johnathan and Brandon and nieces Amy, Rachel, Leslie, Vanessa, Amanda and Samantha. After his marriage to Kim, Bob became a cat lover, rescuing 10 cats and feeding many more during their life together. Bob also leaves behind his beloved cats. Memorial services will be Saturday at the Faith Community United Methodist Church, 100 Country Club Drive Xenia. Arrangements are in care of McColaugh Funeral Home, 826 N. Detroit St. Xenia.

ETTER, Ronald E. Etter (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 28 July 2017) Ronald E. Etter, age 64, of Ashley, succumbed to cancer on Wednesday, July 26, 2017, after fighting a two-year battle. He was born on Aug. 31, 1952, in Lima to the late Gordon E. and Lillian (Moore) Etter. A graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School in 1970, he went on to earn a bachelor's degree from the College of Wooster. He married his high school sweetheart, Roslyn "Rose" (Hierholzer) in 1975. The couple shared nearly 50 wonderful years together, almost 42 of them as husband and wife, making a life together and raising their three children on a farm north of Ashley. He is survived by his wife, Rose; children, Andrew (Ashley) Etter of Columbus, Rachel Etter of Dublin, Leslie (Michael) Williams of Powell; treasured granddaughters, Cecelia and Charlotte Williams; brothers, Tom (Joan) of Grandview, Bob (Kim) of Dayton, Jon (Sharon) of Grandview, Roger (Evey) of Delaware and Dana (Gloria) Etter of Michigan; nieces, and nephews. A gifted writer and creative mind, he worked as a copywriter and a producer in the field of advertising. Ron began with the advertising agency of Kight Cowman Abram Advertising and spent the majority of his career with Lord Sullivan & Yoder. Most recently, he worked as a senior copywriter with GSW inVentiv Health. Ron was a dedicated employee who thoroughly enjoyed his work, making many cherished friends and receiving numerous accolades, including several ADDY awards, along the way. Above all else, Ron was devoted to his family. He made it a point to attend every practice, event and activity of his children. Family vacations spent at the Outer Banks were the highlight of his summers. He possessed a large collection of vinyl records and connected with his family through his passion for music. Ron also enjoyed sports, particularly the soccer events of his children, and fishing with his friends on Ara Lake in Canada. He was a loyal friend, wonderful husband, adoring father, doting grandfather and, put simply, "an all-around good guy." Services celebrating Ron's life will be at Snyder-Rodman Funeral Center, 101 Valleyside Drive at West William Street, Delaware. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to: Cancer research organizations, to Kindred Hospice or to Pelotonia.

EUTSLER, Betty Lou Eutsler (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 August 2012) Betty Lou Eutsler, age 85, of Spencerville, died Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, at Lima Memorial Health System. She had been a resident of Roselawn Manor in Spencerville. She was born on May 18, 1927, in Spencerville, to Edwin P. and Mary Ellen Adams Heil, and they preceded her in death. On Aug. 26, 1944, she married John W. Eutsler, and he preceded her in death on July 28, 1983. She is survived by four children, Robert (Suzanne) Eutsler of Spencerville, Janet (Thomas) Kroeger and Brenda (Dale) Hemker, both of Delphos, and Rita (Steven) Barnes of Spencerville; seven grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; eight great- grandchildren; 21 great-step-grandchildren and four great-great-step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, John; a grandchild and six siblings. Funeral services will be Friday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. The Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion auxiliaries will conduct services Friday. Burial will follow in Spencerville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the John W. Eutsler AM VETS 698 in Middle Point, to the First Baptist Church or to the Spencerville Veterans Memorial Park.

EUTSLER, Joyce J. Whitehurst Eutsler (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 July 2009) Joyce J. Whitehurst Eutsler, age 71, of Spencerville, died Monday, June 29, 2009, in the St. Rita's Medical Center following an extended illness. She was born July 24, 1937, in Fort Wayne, Ind., a daughter of Harmon J. and Geneldia P. Kirk Whitehurst, who both preceded her in death. She was married to Paul R. Eutsler for 19 years, who survives in Spencerville. She is also survived by her eight children, Gloria Freed and Rhonda Freed, both of Lima, Robert (Karen) Freed of Spencerville, Tana Matte of Cridersville, David Fuerst of Lima, Darren (Nichole) Eutsler of Waynesfield, Darlene M. Eutsler of Moncks Corner, SC, and Mark D. (Ruth) Eutsler of Somerville, SC; eight grandchildren; three great-grandsons and a brother. She was preceded in death by a brother; a son-in-law; and a granddaughter. Funeral services will be Thursday, at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Wright Cemetery, near Converse. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Delphos Visiting Nurses Association or to the donor's choice.

EUTSLER, Suzanne Eutsler (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – June 21, 2013) Suzanne Eutsler, age 66, of Spencerville, died Thursday, June 20, 2013 at Lima Memorial Health System, with her family and friends at her side. She was born on Dec. 10, 1946, in Bellefontaine, a daughter of Carl W. and Hazel Katherine Shepherd McKenzie, who are deceased. On July 17, 1976, she married Robert E. “Huff” Eutsler, who survives. Also surviving are 4 children; Jerry Joseph (Natasha Moon) Ruwoldt, of Ohio City; Kathryn “Katie” (Donald Galbraith) Wilson; Kristine (Tony) DeVita and Karen (Dan) Hittle, all of Spencerville; 19 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter, and four siblings. Funeral services will be Tuesday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville Cemetery. Memorials are to the First Baptist Church.

EVANS, Alice Castlles Evans (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420955) Alice Castles Evans, age 82, passed away peacefully Monday February 13, 2012 at Celina Manor Nursing Home in Celina Ohio after a short bout with cancer. Formerly Alice lived in the Lewisburg Pennsylvania area for more than 30 years with her husband Robert Evans. Alice was born May 31, 1929 to Rufus and Mary Lou (Ashford) Castles in Winnsboro, SC. She is predeceased by her parents and 7 of her siblings. Survivors include, her husband Robert Evans of Wellston Ohio, her brother Ashford Castles ( Becky) and her sister Beck Gossett (Bill) of Columbia South Carolina. Being one of ten children Alice is also survived by many nieces and nephews and their families who will miss her sweet southern charm and her delightful disposition. Alice married Robert Evans on December 8, 1951 at Crooked Run Baptist Church in Winnsboro. SC. They shared a love for travel and even lived in Germany for five years early in their married life. Alice was a faithful donor to the Crooked Run Baptist Church for her whole life. She worked as a bookkeeper and took great pride in her work. Alice has donated her body to Humanity Gifts at the University of Toledo in Toledo Ohio. There will be no public services.

EVANS, Connie Evans (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 20 May 2019) Connie Evans, age 87, of St. Marys passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Heritage Manor. She was born Nov. 16, 1931 in Ross County to the late Joseph Elva and Leila 'Wanda' (Speakman) Michaels. She married Thomas William Evans on Aug. 21, 1952 and he preceded her in death June 3, 2010. Connie enjoyed being an Army wife, family and cooking for large groups of people. She had many good friends and will be missed very much. Connie is survived by her children: Tom (Nancy) Evans of St. Marys, Robert Evans of St. Marys and Christena (William) Kuck of New Bremen; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and four brothers: Steve of Pleasant Hill, Jerry of Kentucky, Dale of Texas and Pat Bell of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter; sister, Alice and a brother Tim. Memorial contributions may be given to Grand Lake Hospice or to Jehovah Witness of Celina. A private family service and burial will be at a later date in Elm Grove Cemetery.

EVANS, Eric W. Evans (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – August 24, 2011) Eric W. Evans, age 48, of Clover, SC, formerly of Wapakoneta, died Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, at Davis Regional Medical Center, from injuries suffered a single vehicle accident Monday morning. He was born on Sept. 29, 1962, in Lima, the son of Thomas D. and Virginia (Bogart) Evans. His mother survives in Wapakoneta, along with his stepmother, Sandy Evans. His father and his stepfather, James Sockrider, both preceded him in death. He is also survived by his fiancée, Debra Miller of Wapakoneta; 1 sister; 3 brothers; 6 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Auglaize County Humane Society.

EVANS, Gary L. Evans (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 12 February 2020) Gary L. Evans, age 71, of Lima, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at his residence. He was born on December 1, 1948 in Utica, NY to the late Robert and Irene (Novak) Evans. He is survived by two brothers and sisters-in-law Richard (Priscilla) Evans of Wapakoneta, Ronald (Marsha) Evans of Bozeman, MT; 3 nieces Shaney Evans, Jessie (Blake) Drew, Carrie (Tom) Chilcote; great-nephew Levi Chilcote and 3 great-nieces Ivy Stermitz, Hadley Chilcote and Ryan Drew. He was preceded in death by a great-nephew Brady Drew. Gary served his country in the United States Army and retired from Elida High School as a business teacher after 35 years. Following retirement, he started substitute teaching and worked at T & D Interiors, Lima. He also coached football and track at the Elida High School. He was a member of the Lima Elks B.P.O.E. #54, Delphos Eagles #471 and the Tri-State Gun Collectors. A private family memorial service will be held at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services with burial following at Bethel Cemetery, Wapakoneta. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Elida High School Athletic Department.

EVANS, Hanley E. Evans (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Hanley E. Evans, age 73, of 1025 Hendricks Ave. in St. Marys, OH died Monday April 28, 2014 at his residence. He was born April 18, 1941 in Fonde, KY to Richard and Doshie (Snodgrass) Evans, Sr. On May 8, 1971 in Sidney, OH he married Elaine L. Lynch, who survives. He is also survived by 3 brothers, Richard (Edna) Evans, Jr. and Larry (Brenda) Evans both of Goshen, IN; Ronnie (Mabel) Evans of Troy, TN; 5 sisters, Kathy (Denny) Burden of St. Marys, OH; Etta Pruitt and Beverly (Dan) Baker both of Wapakoneta, OH; Susan (Sam) Goins and Teresa (Steve) Burger both of Goshen, IN; 1 sister-in-law, Kathryn (Rocky) Clark of St. Marys, OH; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Doshie Evans, Sr.; son, Mark Evans; son, Eddie Evans; sisters, Sylvia Lamb and Geraldine Harrell; brothers, Kenneth Evans, Gary Evans and Van Troy Evans; and brother-in-law Michael Lynch. He retired from the Dannon Yogurt Co. in Minster, OH, where he worked as a janitor. He was a member of Eagles Lodge Aerie # 767 and a social member of VFW Post # 9289, both in St. Marys. Hanley appreciated the friendship he shared with his brother-in-law Denny Burden, and the support of the Amanda Klosterman family. His favorite pastimes included hunting, fishing, gardening and working on automobiles. His pet dog, “Chloe,” also held a special place in his heart. Rites are scheduled for Friday May 2, 2014 at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High Street Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

EVANS, Iva J. Evans (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 17 May 2015) Iva J. Evans, age 91, former resident of Celina, passed away at her home in Merritt Island, Florida on May 17th. Born on June 2, 1923 in Claiborne County, TN, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Ollie Bryant Tuttle. Iva married Carlos Evans on April 7, 1938 and he preceded her in death on May 12, 2007. Surviving are their children: Ronnie Evans, Gary Evans and Ruby Evans, all of Merritt Island, and Ollie Pritchett of Live Oak, FL; 70 grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; 1 brother and 2 sisters, George (Billie) Tuttle of Middlesboro, KY, Grace (Charles) Davis and Bonnie (David) Lane, all of Tazewell, TN. Preceding Iva in death was a son, Warner Evans. Iva retired from Goodyear in St. Mary's after 25 years of service. She was a member of the United Church of God in Ft. Wayne, IN. Services will be Friday, May 22nd at W.H. Dick and Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow at Neptune Cemetery north of Celina.

EVANS, Jack L. Evans (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 May 2010) Jack L. Evans, age 70, of Wapakoneta, died Monday, May 17, 2010, at his residence. He was born Aug. 17, 1939, in Wapakoneta, a son of John Carlyle and Bernita (Knoch) Evans, who preceded him in death. On March 31, 1984, he married Sue Graf and she survives in Wapakoneta. He is also survived by a son, Robert (Lisa) Evans of Elberta, AL; four daughters, Jackie Evans of Summerdale, AL, Nancy (Lionel) Cabbarubia of Foley, AL, Betsy Evans of Foley, AL, Jeanie Clevenger of Wapakoneta; two stepdaughters, Tamela (Steve) Nuesmeyer of Wapakoneta, Natasha (Scott) Hengstler of Wapakoneta; seven grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; a brother; three sisters and a sister-in-law. He was preceded in death by a grandson; a sister and three brothers. He served in the U. S. Navy, the U. S. Army and the Army National Guard. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta. Burial will be in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta, where military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta VFW. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Rita's Hospice.

EVANS, Janet M. Evans (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 29 May 2013) Janet M. Evans, age 79, of Spencerville went home to be with Jesus May 29, 2013, at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima, with her daughter and granddaughter at her side. She was born October 28, 1933 in Lima, OH to Gerald and Amy (Kraft) Koenig who preceded her in death. On July 7, 1951 she married Max E. Evans and he passed away on December 18, 2008. She is survived by two children; Mike & (Deborah) Evans of Spencerville and Jeri & (Paul) Frair of Hilliard, OH, six grandchildren Aabra Frair, Hallie Frair, Morgan Frair, Andrea & (Paul) Fleischman, Emily Evans and Jason Solomon, 3 great-granddaughters Kaelyn Parker, Savannah Velasquez, and Norah Fleischman. Janet was preceded in death by a daughter Cindy Jo; a brother, Don Koenig; and a sister, Gerry Miller. Janet was a 1951 graduate of Spencerville High School. During her early married life she worked at Ohio Decorative Products and the Tastee Freeze in Spencerville. Later she was an administrative assistant to Loren Jarvis and then at Excello Corporation. She retired from Lima Technical College in 2004 with over 30 years of service as their Records Clerk. Janet thoroughly enjoyed the harness horse racing sport in which her husband and son have actively participated in over the past 42 years. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She especially enjoyed spending time with her puppy, Corky, and in her yard. Funeral services are scheduled to be Monday, June 3, 2013, at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Spencerville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Spencerville. United Church of Christ or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

EVANS, Janice J. Evans (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420924) Janice J. Evans, age 87, of 2901 York St, Celina, Ohio, died on Sunday, June 24, 2012 at her home. She was born September 23, 1924 in Coldwater, Ohio to the late Forest and Ada (McNair) Ensign. On May 29, 1948 she married Ernest Holmes Evans and he died January 17, 2004. Janice is survived by three children, Nancy & Chuck Hoselton of Union City, TN, William H. & Shelley Evans of North Myrtle Beach, SC and Julie & Doyle Fledderjohn of Celina, Ohio, 6 grandchildren, 1 step grandchild, 9 great- grandchildren, 5 step great-grandchildren and a brother Dr. Hoyt & Betty Ensign of Toledo, Ohio. She is preceded in death by two sisters Mercile Bair & Gladis Temme. She was a member of New Life Christian Center, Alturian Club of Celina, a 1942 graduate of Coldwater High School, a 1946 graduate of Flower Hospital School of nursing and she was a cadet nurse during WWII. She worked as a private duty nurse in various area hospitals; she worked at Otis Hospital until 1977 and retired from Celina Manor in 1989. Graveside services will be held at a later date. Lehman Hogenkamp Dzendzel funeral home is handling the arrangements. Memorial may be made to State of the Heart Hospice 230 W. Main St Coldwater, OH 45828.

EVANS, John W. Evans (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 October 2009) John W. Evans, age 82, of rural Spencerville, died Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, at Auglaize Acres. He was born Feb. 2, 1927, in Spencerville, a son of Roy F. and Mary E. (Jamieson) Evans, who preceded him in death. On Dec. 30, 1945, he married Ruth E. Boyer, and she survives. He is also survived by two children, Barbara (Rick) Baker of Wapakoneta, David (Wendy) Evans of Spencerville; two grandsons, Brian (Jessica) Binkley, Mark (April) Evans, both of Spencerville; a great-granddaughter, Emma Evans; and a sister-in-law, Janet Evans, Spencerville. He was preceded in death by a brother, Max Evans. He was a Marathon distributor and owned and operated Evans Marathon in Spencerville. He also owned and operated D. B. J. Trucking Company, Spencerville. He was a 1945 graduate of Spencerville High School. He was a U. S. Navy veteran and served during World War II. He served on the Auglaize County Fair Board. He was active in harness racing and was a member of the Auglaize Company Horseman's Association, the Western Ohio Colt Racing Association, the United States Trotting Association. He was a member of the Spencerville United Church of Christ, the Acadia Lodge 306, F. and A.M., Spencerville, and the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Dayton. He was a member of the Bowersock Bros. VFW Post 6772, and the Harry J. Reynolds American Legion Post 191, both of Spencerville. He also was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie 691, Wapakoneta, and a former member of the Spencerville Invincible Fire Company. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson. Funeral services will be Thursday, at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Spencerville Cemetery, with military rites provided by the VFW and American Legion Posts, Spencerville. A Masonic memorial service will be held Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.

EVANS, Kirk Patrick Evans (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jun 17, 2001) Kirk Patrick Evans, age 34, of Houston, TX, died Monday in Houston. He was born July 18, 1958, the son of John and Barbara Ann (Bryan) Evans, who survive in Cridersville. Mr. Evans was property acquisition agent for Houston Cellular Inc. He previously worked for Musicland in Lima, and was active with Encore Theater. He attended Shawnee schools and graduated from Wapakoneta High School in 1976. Survivors also include four brothers, John Evans of Ann Arbor, MI, Cole Evans and Keith Evans, both of Cridersville, and Brad Evans of Sarasota, FL; and two sisters, Nancy Evans and Diane Sue Montgomery, both of Sarasota, FL. Services will be at St. Matthews Lutheran Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Siferd Funeral Homes. EVANS, Lance A. Evans (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Lance A. Evans, 66, of 5474 Henschen Road in New Knoxville, OH died Sunday July 22, 2012 at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born November 4, 1945 in Long Island, NY to Alan and Dorothy (Bowen) Evans. On November 15, 1965 in Hillsdale, NJ he married Linda M. Nickl, who survives. He is also survived by 2 daughters, Cheryl (Joseph) Micheal of New Bremen, OH; Holly (Brian) McCaw of Gahanna, OH; 4 grandchildren: Matthew Evans, Danielle Micheal, Rachel McCaw, Zachary McCaw; and 2 brothers, Gaylord (Roseanne) Evans; and Windsor Evans both of Tarboro, NC. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alan and Dorothy Evans; 2 step-grandchildren: Eric and Shannon Micheal. He was a self-employed home improvements contractor. Friends are invited to share a time of reflection and celebration of Lance’s life Saturday July 28, 2012 at 5474 Henschen Road in New Knoxville, OH. Private family burial will take place in Rockbridge Memorial Gardens in Lexington, VA. Arrangements are entrusted to Vornholt – Miller Funeral Home in New Knoxville, OH.

EVANS, Max E. Evans (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 December 2008) Max E. Evans, age 77, of rural Spencerville, died Thursday, Dec.18, 2008, in the Lima St. Rita's Medical Center, following a lengthy illness. He was born Sept. 17, 1931, in Spencerville, a son of Roy F. and Mary E. Jamison Evans, and they preceded him in death. On July 7, 1951, he married Janet M. Koenig, who survives. He is also survived by two children, Mike (Deborah) Evans of Spencerville, Jeri (Paul) Frair of Hilliard; six grandchildren, Jason Soloman, Andrea and Emily Evans, Aabra, Hallie and Morgan Frair; two great-grandchildren, Kaelyn Parker and Savannah Valesquez; and a brother, John W. (Ruth) Evans of Spencerville. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Lucinda Jo Evans. He was a member of the Spencerville United Church of Christ; he served in the U. S Naval Reserve and the U. S Navy for a total of 36 years, retiring in 1985, as chief petty officer, working in radar detection service. He also worked with the R. F. Evans and Sons Marathon Oil Distributors, owning his own route and had been a truck driver of the R. and W. Service System of Taylor, MI., and was active with the M. E. Evans Horse Racing Stables of Spencerville and had driven Spencerville School bus for seven years. He was a member of the United States Trotting Association for 40 years and the Ohio Harness Horseman's Association. He was a life member of the Harry J. Reynolds American Legion Post 191 of Spencerville and a member of the BPOE 54 lodge in Lima. Funeral services will be Saturday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Spencerville Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Spencerville United Church of Christ.

EVANS, Robert Evans (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420905) Robert Evans, age 85, passed away surrounded by family Friday September 28, 2012 at the home of his nephew and niece Robert M. and Karen V. Evans in Celina OH. Born in Wellston, Ohio to Robert W and Catherine (Durkin) Evans on February 27, 1927. He is predeceased by his parents, siblings, Thomas W. Evans and Ruth Ann (Evans) Connell and his wife of 61 years, Alice (Castles) Evans. Robert is survived by his sister-in-law, Connie (Michaels) Evans of St Mary's OH, Ashford and Becky Castles of Winnsboro SC, Bill and Beck (Castles) Gossett of Columbia SC and many nieces and nephews. After he served in the Navy during World War II he worked for 5 years at Spandau Prison in Berlin Germany guarding Hitler’s henchmen. He worked for the Federal Prison system for 25 years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Robert donated his body to science through Humanity Gifts at The University of Toledo in Toledo OH. There will be no public service. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina Ohio handling arrangements.

EVANS, Thomas W. Evans (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 5 June 2010) Thomas W. Evans, age 85, of St. Marys, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2010, at the Golden Living Center, St. Marys. He was born Aug. 6, 1924, in Wellston to Robert and Catherine (Durkin) Evans who preceded him in death. On Aug. 21, 1952, he married Connie J. Michaels who survives. He retired from the U. S. Army on Aug. 15, 1964, after more than 20 years of service. He served in World War II and also two tours during the Korean War. He also retired from Servamation in Lima. He was a member of the Eagles and the American Legion in St. Marys and a life member of the VFW in Celina. He had been an avid fisherman and hunter before his illness. He is also survived by his children, Tom D. (Nancy) Evans of St. Marys, Robert M. (Karen) Evans of Celina, Christena M. (William) Kuck of New Bremen; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and a brother, Robert (Alice) Evans of New Berlin, PA. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Ann Connell. At the request of the deceased, there will be no services. Private burial will be held at Elm Grove Cemetery with the family. Memorial contributions may be given to the Eagles or to the American Legion Arrangements by Bayliff and Son Funeral Home, Cridersville.

EVERAGE, Dylan Matthew Thomas Everage (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dylan Matthew Thomas Everage, 16, of 302 North Spruce Street, Saint Marys, OH, died Friday, May 4, 2012, at his residence. He was born September 22, 1995, in Columbus, OH, the son of Matthew and Cara (Mabry) Everage. They survive at the residence. He is also survived by his maternal grandfather, Larry Mabry of Saint Marys; maternal great-grandmother, Clara Mabry of Saint Marys; maternal grandmother, Rita (Mike) Hall of Saint Marys; maternal great-grandparents, George (Dorothy) Turpin of Saint Marys; by a sister, Kristin McClintock of Saint Marys; by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George and Nancy (Mosley) Everage; by an uncle, Tommy Mabry. Dylan was a freshman at Saint Marys Memorial High School where he was active in the choir and had served as an office assistant. He attended the Garden of Love Old Regular Baptist Church in Saint Marys; he enjoyed camping, painting, listening to music, attending football games, going to church, traveling to auctions, cooking and going to school to be with his friends. He loved spending time with his instructional aide, Sheila Tackett. Dylan’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses at Grand Lake Hospice. Funeral rites will be Wednesday, May 9, 2012, at the Wayne Street United Methodist Church in Saint Marys. Burial rites will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to the Dylan Everage Scholarship Fund.

EVERAGE, Jonathan M. Everage (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Jonathan M. Everage, 30, of Silver City, NM and formerly of Saint Marys, died March 28, 2012, at Gila Regional Medical Center, Grant County, NM. He was born January 17, 1982, in Saint Marys, the son of George and Kathy (Mabry) Everage. He married Anastasia Dow on October 1, 2004 and she survives in Anaheim, CA. He is also survived by his parents, George and Kathy Everage of Saint Marys; by 2 children: Harly Everage and Bryan Everage both of Anaheim, CA; by 2 siblings: Robert (Jamie) Everage of Saint Marys; Tabitha (Jake) Krites of Saint Marys; by his grandmother, Mary Mabry of Saint Marys; by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Jonathan was a graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School in 2001. He loved hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles and working on cars. He was employed in the canning industry in Silver City, NM. Funeral rites will be Thursday, April 5, 2012, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys, OH. Burial rites will be held at Elm Grove Cemetery.

EVERDELL, Linda J. Everdell (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 September 2015) Linda J. Everdell, age 59, of Celina, died Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015, at the St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. She was born on Dec. 14, 1955, in St. Marys to the late Joseph Ginter and Betty (Thomas) Gross of Celina. Also surviving are her six brothers and sisters-in-law and five sisters. Linda was preceded in death by her father, five brothers and a brother-in-law. Funeral services will be Sunday at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to the Everdell family.

EVERETT, Neva E. Everett (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Neva E. Everett, age 91, of Celina, passed away Monday, December 9, 2013, at Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. She was born June 7, 1922, in Liberty Township, Mercer County, to Clyde W. & Murley (Kincaid) Laffin. On August 25, 1945, Neva married Barney C. Everett, and he preceded her in death on June 20, 1998. Neva was a 1940 graduate of Celina High School. She was a homemaker, and had worked at Goodyear Tire & Rubber in St. Marys during WWII, and later worked at Celina Insurance Group. For many years, Neva was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star #91 in Celina, and had attended the Mt. Carmel Church of God. Neva is survived by 2 daughters: Murlada Everett and Yolanda (Tim) Hone, both of Celina, 3 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. The last surviving member of her immediate family, Neva was preceded in death by 3 brothers: Dwight, Orville,and Russell Laffin. Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 13th, at W.H. Dick & Sons- Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina.

EVERMAN, Cyril G. Everman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420751) Cyril G. Everman, age 85, of 2251 St. Rt. 716 Maria Stein, OH died Thursday at his residence. He was born November 9, 1926 in Maria Stein to August and Anna (Miller) Everman and married Oct. 25, 1952 in Cassella, OH to Wilma (Hemmelgarn) Everman who survives. Also surviving are their children Diane and Ernie DeMange of Yorkshire, OH; Marge and Phil Weitzel of St. Henry, OH; Ginny and Mark Recker of Ottawa, OH; Deb Harwood of Shelby, OH; Connie and Gary Giere of Versailles, OH; and Jayme and Eric Prasuhn of Ottawa, OH. Two sons, an infant George Everman and Mark Everman are deceased. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren and 2 deceased and 10 great grandchildren. three sisters Adeline Knapke of Versailles; Alfrieda Reichart of Maria Stein; and Wilma and Albert Zumberger of Versailles. Deceased include brothers Art Everman, Bill Everman and Rich Everman, sisters Armella Bruggeman and Clarine Broerman. Also deceased are in-laws Albert Knapke, Ralph Reichert, Esther Everman, Loretta Everman, Leo Bruggeman and Leo Broerman. Surviving in-laws include Mary Everman, Andy Hemmelgarn, Teresa Steinbrunner and Mildred Hemmelgarn. Cyril was a member of St. John Catholic Church, Maria Stein, St. John Mens Sodality, Knights of St. John, Maria Stein, C K of A Casella and a graduate of St. John High School in 1944. He was a retired lifetime farmer. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday March 26, 2012 at St. John Church. Burial will follow at St. John Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to Grand Lake Hospice or the Cancer Assoc. of Mercer County.

EVERMAN, Dennis R. Everman (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/dennis-everman) Dennis “Abe” Everman, age 68, of Maria Stein, Ohio passed away Saturday April 11, 2020 at his home in Maria Stein. He was born June 17, 1951 in Coldwater, Ohio to the late Arthur & Esther (Riethman) Everman. He married Angela Barhorst on November 2, 1979 in St. Michael Church, Fort Loramie, Ohio. She survives in Maria Stein, Ohio. He is also survived by sons: Brent & Ashley Everman, Pittsburgh, PA, Wes & Katelyn Everman, Chickasaw, grandchildren: Landon, Lillian, Myles, Theo and one on the way, brothers & sisters: Jerry & Ann Everman, Maria Stein, Phyllis & Jerry Doseck, New Bremen, Rosie Fullenkamp, Ft. Recovery, Janice & Tom Richardson, Elwood City, PA, Ken & Lisa Everman, Maria Stein, Tom & Connie Everman, Burkettsville, mother-in-law, Dorothy (Rethman) Barhorst, in-laws: Doug & Janet Barhorst, Montezuma, Gregg & Mary Barhorst, Maria Stein. He was preceded in death by father-in-law, Ken Barhorst and brother-in-law Wayne Fullenkamp. Dennis was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Maria Stein, and the Men’s Sodality of the Church. Dennis was a member of the Air Force National Guard, the Maria Stein American Legion and the Knights of St. John. Dennis loved playing cards, sports and spending time with his grandkids. Due to the COVID 19 virus a private family service will be held. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to the Cancer Association of Mercer County, 218n S. Main St. STE A, Celina OH 45822.

EVERMAN, Jerome W. Everman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 25 March 2015) Jerome W. "Jerry" Everman, age 83, of Celina, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home in Celina. He was born on Sept. 4, 1931, in Celina to the late Victor and Catherine (Kahlig) Everman. He is survived by 2 brothers and several nieces and nephews. A memorial mass of Christian burial will be Saturday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Burial will follow his memorial service in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Endowment Fund.

EVERS, Alvira B. Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421307) Alvira B. Evers, age 86, of Chickasaw, Ohio died Monday November 4, 2013 at Elmwood New Bremen. She was born on March 16, 1927 in Egypt, Ohio to the late William & the late Clara (Wehrman) Prenger. She married Othmar O. Evers on June 15, 1949 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Egypt, Ohio. He preceded her in death on May 1, 1998. She is survived by daughter Marlene & John Schmitmeyer, Versailles, & son Don & Jane Evers, New Weston, grandchildren, Douglas & Cathy Schmitmeyer, Kevin & LeAnn Schmitmeyer, Sarah & Robert Davis, John Jr. & Megan Schmitmeyer, Robert & Rebecca Evers, Thomas & Stephanie Evers and Jeff & Sara Evers, sister Viona Schmiesing, Egypt and sister-in-law Zita Enneking, Minster. She was preceded in death by infant children David & Doris & brother-in-law Harvey Schmiesing. She was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church, Chickasaw, Ohio, The Ladies Sodality of the Church, Church Funeral Choir & Church Sunday Choir, Minster F.O.E. Auxillary, volunteered at Mercer County Hospital and at the Retreat House. She was a housewife and helped on the farm and enjoyed gardening. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Precious Blood Catholic Church, Chickasaw. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the State of the Heart Hospice. Burial will take place in St. Rosa Cemetery, St. Rose, Ohio.

EVERS, Ann C. Evers (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/ann-evers) Ann C. Evers, age 79, of Coldwater, formerly of St. Henry, died Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater. She was born on August 18, 1940 in St. Henry to the late Clarence & Loretta (Stein) Rinderle. On November 29, 1961 she married Eugene Evers, and he passed October 7, 2019. Ann is survived by children, David & Julie Evers of Canal Winchester, Donald & Marie Evers, Maria Stein, Daniel & Laura Evers of Oviedo, FL, Kathleen & Michael Trejo of New Bremen, Tony & Mary Evers of St. Henry; 14 grandchildren, and siblings and in-laws, Ruth & Ollie Wendel of Coldwater, Jane Clune of Huntsville, AL, Mary Clune of Minster, Patricia & Karl Kaiser of Bryant, IN, Nancy Rinderle and Margaret Rinderle both of St. Henry, Paul & Rogene Evers of St. Marys, Joan Wenning of New Bremen, Eileen Delzeith of Coldwater, and Mary Evers of Ft. Recovery. Ann is preceded in death by siblings and in-laws, Owen Rinderle, Daniel Rinderle, Lavern Clune, Kenneth Clune, Norma & Paul Wenning, Melvin Evers, Ernest Wenning, and Cyril Delzeith. Ann was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry, as well as the Altar Rosary Sodality, the D of I, and she sang in the Resurrection Choir. She worked at the former Gibbons Hospital in Celina, she was a Home Health nurse for Mercer County, and retired from the infirmary at St. Charles. She also served as a camp nurse for the Mercer County 4-H camp. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Henry Church, St. Henry. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Share and Care Cockayne Syndrome Network, at http://cockaynesyndrome.org/.

EVERS, Barbara A. Muhlenkamp Evers (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/barbara-evers) Barbara A. (Muhlenkamp) Evers, age 62, of Burkettsville, died Sunday, November 10, 2019 at Community Hospital in Coldwater. She was born August 11, 1957 in Celina to the late Gilbert Muhlenkamp & Edna (Luthman) Muhlenkamp who survives in Celina. On June 23, 1984 she married David G. Evers and he survives in Burkettsville. She is also survived by a daughter Caitlin A. Evers of Celina; siblings and in-laws, Ken (Ann) Muhlenkamp of Celina, Karen (Brian) Klosterman of Celina, Sandy (Jeff) Vangoeye of Kalamazoo, MI, Jerry (Kathy) Evers of Englewood, Carol (Dave) Seger of Centerville, Dale (Joyce) Evers of Bryant, IN, Dan (Marleen) Evers of Ft. Recovery, and Nancy (Dan) Kremer of Yorkshire and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, sisters, Bonnie Muhlenkamp and Jane Forsthoefel, niece Kelsey Forsthoefel, and parents-in-law Ed & Rita Evers. She was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church in Burkettsville, she retired from First Financial Bank in 2011 and worked 3 years at Mercer County ESC. Barb enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She had an infectious smile and laugh that all will remember. Mass of Christian Burial will be at the St. Bernard Church. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements.

EVERS, Cyril Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1990672) Cyril “Hoot” Evers, age 90 of St. Henry, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Mercer Health, Coldwater. Cyril was born April 5, 1927 in St. Rose, to the late Albert and Anna (Hartings) Evers. On September 5, 1983, he married Phyllis Post, and they enjoyed 31 years of marriage together until her death in July of 2015. Upon marriage he also gained three step children who survive him: Bob & Deb Post of St. Henry, Jim Post of Fairfield, and Lisa & Sunil Gupta of Gulf Breeze, FL. He is also survived by 11 step grandchildren, nine step great grandchildren, sisters in-law: Mary Thobe, and Marcene Buehler and five nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a step grandson Brandon Huelskamp; a sister, Florentine & Arlington Rose, and in-laws: Clarence & Rose Buehler, Walter & Alvina Buehler, Ed Buehler, Clarene & Clarence Liette, Evelyn & Ben Bruening, Virginia & Bob Stuppe, Werener Thobe, and Dorothy & Alvin Ratterman. Cyril was a dedicated farmer who proudly served his country during the Korean War. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards, following the Cincinnati Reds, and the Cleveland Cavaliers. He had a wonderful sense of humor. Cyril also enjoyed watching his grandchildren and the activities they were involved in, and eating pie and ice cream. Hoot was formerly a member of St. Rose Catholic Church, St. Rose; and was a member St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry. He was also a member of the Fraternal order of Eagles. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, July 31, 2017 at St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry. Burial will follow with full military honors in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry has been entrusted with the arrangements.

EVERS, Eugene E. Evers (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/eugene-evers) Eugene E. Evers, age 81, of Coldwater, formerly of St. Henry, died Monday, October 7, 2019 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater. He was born on July 17, 1938 in Ft. Recovery to the late Steven and Agnes (Fiely) Evers. On November 29, 1961 he married Ann (Rinderle) Evers, and she survives in Coldwater. Gene is survived by children, David & Julie Evers of Canal Winchester, Donald & Marie Evers, Maria Stein, Daniel & Laura Evers of Oviedo, FL, Kathleen & Michael Trejo of New Bremen, and Tony & Mary Evers of St. Henry. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, and siblings and in-laws, Paul & Rogene Evers of St. Marys, Joan Wenning of New Bremen, Eileen Delzeith of Coldwater, and Mary Evers of Ft. Recovery. Gene is preceded in death by siblings and in-laws, Norma & Paul Wenning, Melvin Evers, Ernest Wenning, and George Delzeith. Gene was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry, as well as the St. Henry K of C. He was formerly a member of the St. Henry Heritage Club, was a charter member of the St. Henry EMS, as well as was active with the Mercer County 4H programs. Gene was a U.S. Army Veteran, and formerly worked at the Mersman Table Factory in Celina and the Goodyear Tire plant in St. Marys. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Henry Church, St. Henry. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Mercer County 4H.

EVERS, Gregor B. Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1621942) Gregor B. Evers, age 88, of St. Wendelin, Ohio, died on Sunday, July 5, 2015 at his home. He was born April 12, 1927 in St. Henry, to the late Clem C. & Therese (Lange) Evers. On March 28, 1951 he married Marian W. (Schmitmeyer), who died February 27, 2013. He is survived by seven children, Bill & Ruth Evers of Coldwater, Donna & Gary Moeller of Cassella, Roger & Karen Evers of Celina, Cindy & Rhett Snyder of Celina, Therese & Chuck Alt of Crestline, Lester Evers of St. Wendelin, and Vicki & Bill Homan of Fishers, IN, 25 grandchildren, 1 step-grandchild, 26 great-grandchildren, one brother, Clem Evers Jr. of St. Henry, and in-laws, Esther Evers Wuebker of St. Henry, Irene Evers of St. Henry, Luke & Mildred Schmitmeyer of Coldwater, Sr. Lucille Schmitmeyer of Tiffin, Eunice & Willard Dahlinghaus of Minster, Martin & Marie Schmitmeyer of Celina, Hattie & Ivo Knapke of Versailles, Ella Mae & Roger Watercutter of Ft. Wayne, IN, and Alma Schmitmeyer of St. Henry. He was also preceded in death by two children, Mary Lou Evers and Fred Evers, siblings, Herbert & Esther Evers, Harold & Ludvina Evers, Florence & Anna Evers, Clarence & Rita Evers, Alfrieda & Sylvan Siegrist, Walter Evers, Edward & Rita Evers and Henry Evers and in-laws, Lucille Schmitmeyer, Evelyn & Louie Bruns and Ernest Schmitmeyer. He was a lifelong member of St. Wendelin Catholic Church and its Men’s Society, and was a farmer. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, July 9, 2015 at St. Wendelin Catholic Church. Burial will follow in St. Wendelin Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements.

EVERS, Irene B. Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1660194) Irene B. Evers, age 83, of St. Henry, died on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. She was born August 20, 1932 in Minster, to the late Henry & Agatha (Riethman) Tuente. On May 8, 1954, she married Henry Evers and he died August 31, 2006. She is survived by eight children, Mary Jane & Roland DeSteese of Kennewick, WA, Ronald & Cindy Evers of New Bremen, Gary & Julie Evers of Kettering, Randy & Carol Evers of Raleigh, NC, Linda & Larry Taylor of Memphis, TN, Margie & Randy Tebbe of Minster, Deb & Tom Rindler of New Bremen, and Rick & Sandy Evers of St. Henry, 17 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and in-laws, Al Jutte of Osgood, Clem Evers, Jr. of St. Henry, and Esther Wuebker of St. Henry. She was preceded in death by brothers, Clarence & Dorothy Tuente and Walter Tuente and in-laws, Betty Tuente-Jutte, Gregor & Marian Evers, Herbert & Esther Evers, Harold & Ludvina Evers, Florence & Anna Evers, Clarence & Rita Evers, Alfrieda & Sylvan Siegrist, Walter Evers, and Edward & Rita Evers. She was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville and the Christian Mothers Sodality. She started working at Niekamp’s Flea Market at the age of 65 and retired at 75. She was guided by her faith, extremely dedicated to her family and friends and was an avid card player. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, September 26, 2015 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements.

EVERS. Kenneth A. Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1499164) Kenneth A. Evers, age 66, of Bryant, IN, died at his home on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 of an apparent heart attack. He was born May 11, 1948 in Celina, OH, to the late Roman & Mildred (Arling) Evers. He is survived by brothers and sisters, Patricia & Jim Koesters of Springboro, Bill Evers of St. Henry, Sharon & Dale Uhlenhake of St. Henry, Mike & Ann Evers of St. Henry, Joyce & Steve Johnsman of Coldwater, Frank & Tammy Evers of St. Henry, Nick & Pam Evers of New Bremen, Diann & Greg Kopilec of Ft. Myers, FL and Randy & Janet Evers of St. Henry, and a sister-in-law Rose Evers of St. Henry. He was also preceded in death by brothers Ron & Sam Evers. He was a Veteran of the US Army and a 1966 graduate of St. Henry High School. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Portland, IN. Ken retired from Berne Redi-Mix in December. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, January 17, 2015 at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Carthagena. Burial with military rites will follow in St. Aloysius Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Center for Neurological Development, Burkettsville, Ohio.

EVERS, Koy Matthew Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1750849) Koy Matthew Evers, son of Matthew & Samantha (Stachler) Evers, of Celina, died Saturday, February 20, 2016 at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born on February 19, 2016. He is survived by grandparents, Andy & Connie Stachler of St. Henry, Nick & Pam Evers of Chickasaw, great-grandparents, Homer & Judy Stachler of St. Henry and Jerry & Lou May of St. Henry, aunts and uncles, Mason & Jenny Stachler, Lydia Stachler and Ethan Stachler, all of St. Henry, Jenna & Ryan Olberding and Ryan & Sarah Evers, both of New Bremen and eleven cousins. He was preceded in death by great-grandparents, Roman & Mildred Evers and Robert & Esther Fleck.

EVERS, Melvin J. Evers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 31, 2012) Melvin J. Evers, age 79, of Fort Recovery, died Monday, Jan. 30, 2012, at Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. He was born on Feb. 25, 1932, in Fort Recovery, to Stephen Evers and Agnes Fiely. On May 16, 1953, in St. Rose, he married Mary (Voskuhl) Evers, and she survives. He is also survived by 4 sons, Mike (Mary) Evers of Fort Recovery, Marion (Jayma) Evers of Fort Recovery, Marvin Evers of Fort Recovery and Martin (Heather) Evers of Fort Recovery; 5 daughters, Marilyn (Ernest) Wendel of St. Henry, Madonna Evers of Edmonton, KY, Mary Agnes (Chris) Moorman of St. Henry, Martha (Scott) Trobridge of Fort Recovery and Margaret “Peg” (Gary) Lange of St. Henry; 2 sisters; 2 brothers; 22 grandchildren; and 12 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister; three grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday at St. Wendelin Catholic Church in Wendelin. Burial will be held in St. Wendelin Cemetery. Brockman-Boeckman Funeral Home in Fort Recovery is handling the arrangements.

EVERS, Phyllis R. Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1620977) Phyllis R. Evers, age 86, lost her hard-fought battle with cancer on Thursday, July 2, 2015, at her home in St. Henry, surrounded by family. She was born on May 26, 1929, in New Weston, Ohio, to the late George and Rose (Stammen) Buehler. She married Edward Post in St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville, Ohio, on October 20, 1951. Edward preceded her in death on August 9, 1978. On September 5, 1983, she married Cyril Evers at St. Rose Catholic Church, who survives at their home in St. Henry. She also leaves behind three children: Bob (Deb) Post, St. Henry; Jim Post, Cincinnati, OH; and Lisa (Sunil) Gupta, Gulf Breeze, FL – along with 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Phyllis is survived by a sister Mary Thobe, and in-laws Marcene Buehler, Dorthy Keller, Donna & Vernon Huber, Lucille Stahl, Margaret Kinder and Marie Koester. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Brandon Huelskamp; siblings and their spouses: Clarence (Rose) Buehler, Walter (Alvina) Buehler, Ed Buehler, Clarene (Clarence) Liette, Dorothy (Alvin) Raterman, Evelyn (Ben) Bruening, Virginia (Bob) Stuppe, Werner Thobe, Ralph (Roseann) Post, Wally (Pat) Post, Thomas Kelly, Richard Stahl, Louis (Bernadette) (Zita) Fullenkamp, Florentine (Arlington) Rose, Leonard Koester, Paul Ranly and George Kinder. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry Altar Rosary Sodality, Daughters of Isabella and New Bremen Senior Citizens Group. Phyllis was a devout Catholic and an avid card player and fisherman who loved life, her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, July 6, 2015, at St. Henry Catholic Church. Burial will follow in the St. Henry Catholic Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater, OH is entrusted with the arrangements.

EVERS, Randall Evers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 December 2016) Randall Evers, age 53, of St. Henry, died on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016, of an apparent heart attack. He was born on April 20, 1963, in Celina, to the late Roman and Mildred (Arling) Evers. On Sept. 12, 1987, he married Janet (Kleinhenz), and she survives in St. Henry. He is survived by 3 children: Alyssa and Jason Pratt of Wilmington, NC; Emily and Michael Langenkamp of St. Henry; and Ethan Evers of St. Henry; brothers and sisters: Patricia and Jim Koesters of Springboro; Bill Evers of St. Henry; Sharon and Dale Uhlenhake of St. Henry; Mike and Ann Evers of St. Henry; Joyce and Steve Johnsman of Coldwater; Frank and Tammy Evers of St. Henry; Nick and Pam Evers of New Bremen; Diann and Greg Kopilec of Fort Myers, FL; by his in-laws: Rose Evers of St. Henry; Paul and Jane Kleinhenz of St. Henry; Carolyn and Robert Staker of Beavercreek; Dan and Joann Kleinhenz of Vandalia; Roseann Dues of Philothea; Jim and Christy Kleinhenz of St. Henry; Mike and Karen Kleinhenz of Coldwater; Linda Kremer of New Bremen; Ted and Diana Kleinhenz of St. Henry; and Judy and John Heitkamp of New Bremen. He was also preceded in death by brothers Ron Evers, Ken Evers, Sam Evers; parents-in-law Paul and Irene (Menker) Kleinhenz; and brothers-in-law Steve Kremer and Don Heitkamp. He was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, where he was a lector, an usher and a past parish council member. He was past grand knight of the St. Henry Knights of Columbus Council 2640 and a member of the St. Gaspar del Bufalo fourth degree Knights of Columbus in Minster. Randy was active in the St. Henry Kiwanis, Heritage Club, Chamber of Commerce, Community Club, Booster Club and the Knights of Columbus pinochle league. He graduated from St. Henry High School in 1981 and later the Reppert School of Auctioneering. He was a licensed real estate broker in Ohio and Indiana, was owner of Randy Evers Real Estate and Auction Company for 30 years, Arling-Evers Auctioneers and a member of the Midwestern Ohio Association of Realtors. Randy was an avid Andy Griffith buff and historian. He was also president of the Wally Post Chapter of the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame. Randy loved his wife and children and always enjoyed spending time with all of his extended family and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at St. Henry Catholic Church. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry handled the arrangements.

EVERS, Samuel H. Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421131) Samuel H. Evers, age 61, of Coldwater, Ohio, died on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at his home. He was born August 15, 1951 in Celina, Ohio, to the late Roman & Mildred (Arling) Evers. He is survived by two children, Aaron & Erica Evers of West Carrollton and Ashley Evers of Coldwater, brothers and sisters, Patricia & Jim Koester of Springboro, Ken Evers of Bryant, IN, Bill Evers of St. Henry, Sharon & Dale Uhlenhake of St. Henry, Mike & Ann Evers of St. Henry, Joyce & Steve Johnsman of Coldwater, Frank & Tammy Evers of St. Henry, Nick & Pam Evers of New Bremen, Diann & Greg Kopilec of Louisville, KY and Randy & Janet Evers of St. Henry, the mother of his children Susan Hess of Coldwater and a sister-in-law Rose Evers of St. Henry. He was also preceded in death by a brother Ron Evers. He was a Veteran of the Ohio National Guard and member of the V.F.W., American Legion and Eagles all in Coldwater, The Mercer County Elks Lodge and Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Sam was formerly a welder at Midmark in Versailles and currently worked for several area car dealers and at McSobers Saloon in Coldwater. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, March 16, 2013 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, Ohio. Burial with military rites will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements.

EVERS, Stella P. Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421253) Stella P. Evers, age 89, of 7097 Ft. Recovery-Minster Rd., Maria Stein, Ohio died Saturday July 21, 2012 at her home. She was born June 6, 1923 in McCartyville, to the late Bernard & Mary (Hoying) Pleiman. She married Gregor B. Evers on September 7, 1949 in McCartyville. He preceded her in death on March 29, 2005. She is survived by children; Willard & Ellen Evers, Maria Stein, Ann Evers Kettering, Ohio, Elaine Evers, Maria Stein, Roger & Mary Lou Evers, Maria Stein; 9 grandchildren & 8 great grandchildren, sister Norma Puthoff, Ft. Loramie, sister-in-laws Sally Pleiman, McCartyville, Eileen Pleiman, Osgood. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers & sisters, Henry, Albin, Leonard, Ann Henry, Corrine Bornhorst, Sylvester, Bernard & Jerome. She was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church, the ladies Sodality of the Church and a former member of St. Rose Choir. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at St. Rose Catholic Church. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster has been entrusted with the services. Burial will take place in St. Rose Cemetery. The family requests donations be made to The State of the Heart Hospice.

EVERS, Willard B. Evers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421208) Willard "Will" B. Evers, age 62 of Maria Stein, Ohio died on Monday, January 14, 2013 at his home. He was born August 22, 1950 in Celina, Ohio to the late Gregor & Stella (Pleiman) Evers. He married Ellen Weitzel on October 12, 1974 in Sharpsburg, Ohio. She survives in Maria Stein, Ohio. He is also survived by his children; Julie & Adam Linson, Sidney, OH, Lisa & Adam Topp, New Bremen, Sara & Aaron Schmitmeyer, Russia, OH, Mark Evers, Maria Stein, OH, Stacy Evers of Boston, MA, eight grandchildren, Logan, Calvin, Emma, Trevor, Luke, Jacob, Elijah & Zachary, brother & sisters, Anna Evers, Kettering, Elaine Evers, Maria Stein, Roger & Mary Evers, Maria Stein; in-laws Vercy & Jim Stachler, Rossburg, Elaine & Bob Rosenbeck, Coldwater, Gerald & Thelma Weitzel, Coldwater, Irvan & Carol Weitzel, Celina, Lois & Charles Selhorst, Coldwater, Diana & Jim Grilliot, Versailles, Karen & Ronald Hartings, Maria Stein, Philip & Marge Weitzel, St. Henry, Bernice & Patrick Sudhoff, St. Anthony, Kathy & Mike Poeppelman, Ft. Loramie, Karl Weitzel, Greenville, Becky & Paul Hartings, Maria Stein. Willard was a graduate of Marion Local Schools and a member of St. Rose Catholic Church. Willard served 6 years in the Air Force National Guard and worked for 43 years for Crown, New Bremen as a welder. Will is donating his body to Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. A Memorial Mass will be Friday at St. Rose Catholic Church. Memorials may be made to the State of the Heart Hospice.

EVERSMAN, Adrian L. Eversman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 February 2009) Adrian L. Eversman, age 75, of Venice, FL, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, at Venice Regional Medical Center in Florida. He was born Nov. 10, 1933, in Youngstown, a son of Edward F. and Viola (Schierholt) Eversman and they preceded him in death. He is survived by three children, Kris (Greg) Greenwood of San Diego, CA, Kurt (Kyla) Eversman of St. Marys and Kimberly (Robbie) Young of St. Marys; five grandchildren; and his wife, Priscilla Fullerton of Venice, FL. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Edward L. Eversman of New Bremen. He was a 1951 graduate of Memorial High School. He served in the U. S. Army. He was a long time employee of Reynolds and Reynolds of Celina as well as a member of the Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion. Per his request, no memorial services are planned. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Disabled American Veterans.

EVERSMAN, Dale Anthony Dominic Eversman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dale Anthony Dominic Eversman, 30, of 09516 Auglaize County Road 66-A, New Bremen, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Thursday November 3, 2011 at his residence from complications of Marfans Syndrome. He was born April 27, 1981 in St. Marys, Ohio to Cynthia Eversman and Dale Junod. He is survived by a daughter, Hayley Eversman, at home, mother, Cynthia Eversman, of New Bremen, father, Delbert Marchal, of New Knoxville, two brothers, Thomas Eversman and David Eversman, both of New Bremen, two sisters, Christine Beck, of Celina and Debra Junod, of Moulton, two neices, Hannah Beck and Carra Seals, a nephew, Kade Beck, and maternal grandmother, Joanne (Wint) Eversman. He was preceded in death by a maternal grandfather, Edward L. Eversman, maternal great-grandparents Viola and Edward F. Eversman, and paternal grandparents, Evelyn and Norbert Marchal, of Newport. Dale was a 1999 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys, where he was involved in many extracurricular activities, including Student Council President, St. Marys Concert, Symphonic, and All Brass Marching Band, and his Senior year received the most honorary distinction to dot the "I" in the Script Rider. He was employed by Comnet, Inc.., Wapakoneta 11 years as a computer technician supervisor, where he received many awards for his excellent service to the company. He was currently attending Ohio State University – Lima Campus, majoring in counseling / psychology and on the Dean's List. Dale was a very wonderful Dad to his daughter, Hayley. He will be remembered as a very kind hearted, caring, young man, with a good sense of humor enjoyed by family and friends, who enjoyed helping others. Services are Wednesday November 9, 2011 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen. Due to his extended illness, memorial contributions may be made to the Eversman family towards Dale's final expenses.

EVERSMAN, Reuben D. Eversman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 January 2009) Reuben D. Eversman, age 77, died Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at La Porte Hospital in La Porte, IN. He was born Nov. 26, 1931, in Shelby County, a son of Wesley and Viola (Kuck) Eversman and they preceded him in death. On June 22, 1952, in New Knoxville, he married Lois C. Schroeder and she survives. He is also survived by two daughters, Rachel (Mark) Siegel of Urbandale, IA, and Ruth Eversman of Ames, IA; two sons, David Eversman of La Porte, IN, and Daniel (Tina) Eversman of Lafayette, IN; six grandchildren, Sarah and Matthew Siegel, Noah, Conor, Nikolas and Jonas Eversman; and a brother, Roger (Marilee) Eversman of New Knoxville. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Marvin Eversman. He lived in La Porte, IN, since 1991. He came to La Porte, IN, from Huntington, IN. He served as a pastor and ministered to people in many churches. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church. He graduated from New Knoxville High School in 1949. He was a graduate of Mission House College and Seminary, Plymouth, WI, in 1956. His serving of the Lord and ministering to His people began at the United Church of Christ Congregations in Indiana and Iowa. He served at St. Peter's United Church of Christ in Clay City, IN, Salem United Church of Christ in Alleman, IA, St. Peter's United Church of Christ in Huntington, IN and St. Paul's United Church of Christ in La Porte, IN. He was also very active with the La Porte Hospital Pastoral Care Program. He was a member and past president of Habitat for Humanity of La Porte County. He was also a member and past president of the Lion's Club. He volunteered for La Porte Meals on Wheels, he was co-chair of the Fort LaPlay Porte playground of 1999. He belonged to the La Porte Hospital Auxiliary and was a member of the La Porte City Park Board and Foundation. In his lifetime of serving the Lord, he has touched many people's lives with his caring compassion. Funeral services will be Saturday, at First United Methodist Church of La Porte, IN. Burial will take place at Pilger Rhue Cemetery, New Knoxville, at a later date. The La Porte Lions Club will conduct a Lions Memorial Service Friday. Essling Funeral Home, 1117 Indiana Ave., La Porte, IN, is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Missions Fund or to the Music Fund of the First United Methodist Church, 1225 Michigan Ave., La Porte, IN, 46350 or to the donor's choice.

EVERSMAN, Roger P. Eversman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 21 June 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Roger P. Eversman, age 84 of rural New Knoxville, was born on the family farm , February 24, 1936 and died there on Father’s Day, June 21, 2020. Preceding him in death were his parents, Wesley F. and Viola (Kuck) Eversman, an older brother, Marvin, who was tragically killed in a farm accident in 1942, and older brother, Reuben Eversman, who passed away in 2009. He married his high school sweetheart, Marilee S. Settlage on June 24, 1956 at Evangelical and Reformed Church (now called First Church of New Knoxville), where he had been confirmed on April 2, 1950. Roger is survived by his loving wife of nearly 64 years as well as his children, Linda (Jack) Klaer of Wapakoneta, Fred (Anita) Eversman of Troy, Sharon (Jeffery) Colson of New Knoxville, Rose (Kenneth) Cline of Port Clinton, and Larry (Kim) Eversman of St. Marys who have blessed them with more than 15 grandchildren and numerus extended families. He is also survived by his brother’s wife Lois and her family, several cousins, and many relatives. Roger worked 54 years, including the early years of telephone and cable development with the New Knoxville Telephone Company and was known as the phone man, also working with the electric company. He was known in the Village of New Knoxville as a public servant. Forty years he worked with the Fire Department, first as a volunteer and later as Assistant Chief. He served five years with the New Knoxville Police Department. What began as attendance at civil service meetings led to becoming the Neil Armstrong Airport, and its many memories. He was on the New Knoxville Park Board since its origins, and for many years set off the fireworks. In 1999, he was presented a Certificate of Appreciation for his service. He was a lifelong member of the New Knoxville Gun Club and enjoyed hunting and fishing. A Celebration of Life Memorial service will be at First Church New Knoxville. There will be a private family burial. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Church, New Knoxville. Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, 200 West Spring Street, New Knoxville, is entrusted with Roger’s funeral arrangements.

EVERSOLE, Janice Eversole (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 16 February 2009) Janice Eversole, age 70, 527 Cron St., Celina, died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, at her residence of natural causes. She was born Jan. 7, 1939, in Hollywood, CA, a daughter of Willard Bush and Melba Herring and they preceded her in death. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Sawmiller on Feb.3, 2008. She is survived by a son, Jason (Tiffany) Sawmiller of Celina; three daughters, Brenda Eversole and Terry Zimmerman of St. Marys, Leslie Eversole of Hilo, Hawaii, Laura Eversole of Lewiston, NY; a brother, Robert Bush of Valencia, CA; a sister, Myrna Baker of Long Beach, CA; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was a retired account manager at Hughes Aero Space, Long Beach, CA. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no burial. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be directed to Celina Area Visiting Nurses and Hospice the Caring Way. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cisco Funeral Home, Celina.

EWALD, James W. Ewald (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 16 May 2018) James W. "Jim" Ewald, age 70, of Wapakoneta, died Monday, May 14, 2018, at Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. He was born Nov. 21, 1947, in Lima, the son of Eugene and Ruth (Hole) Ewald, who preceded him in death. On Sept. 10, 1971, he married Pamela Krites, and she preceded him in death on June 8, 2000. On Dec. 21, 2001, he married Kristine A. (Niese) Eisert, and she survives. Other survivors include three sons, Todd (Marian) Ewald, Wapakoneta, Patrick Ewald, Wapakoneta and Kristopher Ewald, St. Marys; two stepchildren, Julie (Roger) Smith and Jeff (Amy) Eisert, both of Wapakoneta; five grandchildren, Jared Smith, Megan Smith, Alex Eisert, Ethan Eisert and Jacob Rushton; two brothers, Dr. Gary (Janet) Ewald, Ashland and Joe (Cathy) Ewald, Powell; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Nancy Kramer, Jane Krites, Jean (Rollin) Lutterbein, Patricia Hinegardner, Christine Krites, Barb (Dave) Copeland, Nick (Kathy) Krites, Polly (Scott) Thomas, Cindy (Phil) DiSorbo, Phil (Deb) Niese, Melissa (Jim) Staelgraeve, Tom (Sue) Niese, Mitch Niese, Leslie (Mike) Covey and Doug (Vi) Niese; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant sister, Linda Ewald, and two brothers-in-law, Kenneth Kramer and Dan Hinegardner. Jim was a route driver for Pepsi Cola for 23 years, and then worked for the City of Wapakoneta Recycling Department, retiring after 13 years. He was a 1966 graduate of St. Joseph High School and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. He also attended St. Patrick Catholic Church, Glynwood. His other memberships included the Sons of the American Legion, Post 330, the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie 691, and the former Elks Lodge, all of Wapakoneta. Jim was a huge fan of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, the Detroit Tigers and the Pittsburgh Steelers. In his younger years, he coached Little League in Wapakoneta and enjoyed golfing. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, 1102 Lincoln Ave. (St. Rt. 501), Wapakoneta is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the Stained Glass Window Funds at St. Patrick Catholic Church or St. Joseph Catholic Church.

EYINK, Alice K. Eyink (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=03167318_AEyink) Alice K. Eyink, age 94, of St. Henry, died Saturday, April 8, 2017 at The Gardens at St. Henry. She was born March 12, 1923, in Chickasaw, to the late Joseph & Eleanor (Clune) Hein. On July 7, 1945, she married Dennis Eyink, who died July 27, 1978. She is survived by three children, Phyllis & Robert Lewis of Brookville, Ronald & Pam Eyink of Dayton, and Mike & Molly Eyink of St. Henry. Alice is also survived by six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one on the way, a sister, Geneva Dues of St. Henry; and a sister-in-law, Alice Hein of Cincinnati. She was preceded in death by siblings: Ernest & Clarina Hein, Dennis Hein, and in-laws: William Dues Jr., and Carl & Mary Kathryn Dues. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry, the Daughters of Isabella, and the Altar Rosary Sodality. Alice was a charter member of the Coldwater F.O.E. auxiliary, the Coldwater V.F.W. Auxiliary, and the American Legions Auxiliary. She was formerly employed at the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in St. Marys, Alice was well known in town, and was formerly a cook at Fish-Mo’s restaurant previously Kite & Katy’s in St. Henry and for many special events and celebrations in the area. She finally retired at the age of 81. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, April 12, 2016 at St. Henry Catholic Church. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, St. Henry has been entrusted with the services. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Alzheimer’s Association.

EYINK, Cecilia Eyink (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420671) Cecilia Eyink, age 94, formerly of Chickasaw, OH died Monday May 9, 2011 at The Gardens in St. Henry. She was born June 18, 1916 in McCartyville to the late Joseph & Agnes (Prenger) Riethman. She was married July 20, 1940 in McCartyville to Vernon F. Eyink. He preceded her in death on May 24, 1995. She is survived by children Kathleen Pleiman, Sidney, David L. & Diana Eyink, Celina, Larry & Mary Eyink, Chickasaw, Marilyn & Ed Schwartz, New Bremen, 13 grandchildren & 26 great grandchildren, sister- in-law Marie E. Riethman, Anna & brother-in-law Richard Harting, Dayton, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, son-in-law John Pleiman, brothers & sisters, Raymond Riethman, Marie Riethman, Marcella Pleiman, Clarence Riethman, Dorothea Harting, Lorena Heitkamp and Bernard Riethman. She was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church, Chickasaw, the Rosary Alter Sodality of the Church, VFW Auxiliary and she enjoyed quilting. She was retired from Goodyear. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, May 12, 2011 at Precious Blood Catholic Church, Chickasaw. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster, OH has been entrusted with the services. Burial will be in Precious Blood Cemetery.

EYINK, Mary Etta Eyink (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1847204) Mary Etta Eyink, age 90, of Montezuma, died Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at her home. She was born September 12, 1925 in Coldwater to the late Joseph A. & Eleanor (Schoch) Sutter. On July 20, 1957 she married Arthur R. Eyink and he died July 1, 1995. She is survived by six children, David & Sharon Eyink of Montezuma, Greg & Qiaoning Eyink of Towson, MD, Kurt & Jean Eyink of Beavercreek, Nancy & Abdel-Hamid Hasabelnaby of Sylvania, Lorna & Rich Seas of West Union and Terry & Rebecca Eyink of New Bremen; 23 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; a brother Zeno (Bud) Sutter of Troy and in-laws Florentine Meyer of Botkins, Eugene & Peggy Eyink of Mesa, AZ and Mary Ann Eyink of Cincinnati. She is preceded in death by a grandson Rob Eyink and siblings Mildred Sutter, Ralph Sutter, Clara Paulus, Idaleen (Len) Hartings and Joseph Sutter. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Montezuma, the Christian Mothers sodality, the church choir, and Mercer County Right to Life. She also enjoyed bowling in the senior league at Pla Mor Lanes, Coldwater. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, September 3, 2016 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Montezuma. Burial will follow in Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services.

EYINK, Rita E. Eyink (Abstracted from Obituary | Rita E Eyink of Coldwater, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Rita E. Eyink, age 88, of Coldwater, died Monday, January 18, 2021 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater. She was born September 21, 1932 in St. Anthony, to the late Isidore & Mary (Gaerke) Gruss. On October 24, 1953 she married Edgar R. Eyink and he died May 21, 1990. She is survived by children and in-laws: Robert (Karen) Eyink of Troy, Mary Kay (John) Vavaro of West Palm Beach, FL, James Eyink of Coldwater, Carol Lewis of Marysville, Deb (Gary) Griesdorn of Coldwater, Teresa (Bobby) Poulios of Thessaloniki, Greece and Pamela (Mike) Hahlen of Dublin. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren; 3 step great-grandchildren; sisters, Irene Timmerman of Ft. Recovery; and in-laws, Mary Ann Gruss of Coldwater, Frances Gruss of Florida, Mary Eyink of New Bremen, Ken (Kathy) Eyink of Coldwater, Donald Feltz of Coldwater, Viola (Wilbert) Homan of St. Rose and Esther Eyink of Chickasaw. She was also preceded in death by a son-in law Tom Lewis; siblings and in-laws Vincent Gruss, Victor & Rose Gruss, Lavern & Ruth Gruss, Donald Gruss, Ernest Eyink, Alice Feltz, Tommy Eyink, and Gerald Timmerman. Rita’s true love and joy was her family. She never missed an opportunity with her children and grandchildren playing cards and games, attending activities, and making sure they were well fed. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, the St. Ann’s Altar Rosary Sodality, St. Cecelia Knights of St. John and Coldwater Eagles. Rita worked as a beloved babysitter for many years then worked as a nursing assistant at Mercer Health until she was 75 years old, she also volunteered at the Holy Trinity food pantry, Coldwater school cafeteria and the Holy Trinity funeral luncheons. She graduated from Coldwater High School in 1951, was an avid card player and loved attending Coldwater high school activities with her friends. A Funeral Mass following all CDC guidelines will be at Holy Trinity Church, Coldwater. The family would like to receive friends but due to COVID-19 concerns a private viewing will be held at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. The family will hold a celebration of life at a later date. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater. Memorial contributions may be made to Briarwood Village Activity fund or the Mercer Health hospital volunteers.