CAHOON, Helen T. Cahoon (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 January 2017) Helen T. Cahoon, age 88, of Los Angeles, CA, formerly of Van Wert, died peacefully on Monday, Jan. 16, 2017, at home. She was born on June 27, 1928, in Wheeling, WV, to the late Agnes (Keltus) Emmerth and Robert Emmerth Sr. Helen married James P. Cahoon (deceased 2010) on Sept. 6, 1948. Survivors include her children: Dr. Kathleen Cahoon of Arizona, Cynthia (Paul) Brautigam of St. Marys, James P. (Kim) Cahoon Jr. of Rio Rico, AZ, William (Heather) Cahoon of Scottsdale, AZ, and Thomas Cahoon, PhD, of Los Angeles, CA; 6 grandchildren: Joseph Brautigam, Hannah Brautigam, Alyssa Cahoon, James P. Cahoon III, Andrew Cahoon, Austin Cahoon; and by 2 great-grandchildren: Charlotte Brautigam and James Brautigam. She was preceded in death by her husband, James P. Cahoon Sr., her son Robert Cahoon, her brother Robert Emmerth and niece Sharon Emmerth. Helen was a member of St. Marys of the Assumption Catholic Parish for 58 years before moving to Los Angeles in 2010 to live with her son Thomas. Over the years at St. Marys, she was a member of the Rosary Altar Society, taught sixth grade CCD and served as director of religious education. She was an American Red Cross Gray Lady at the Van Wert County Hospital and a member of the Van Wert Civic Theater. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory, Van Wert, handled the arrangements. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition.

CAHOON, James P. Cahoon (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 8 April 2010) James P. Cahoon, age 83, of Van Wert, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at Hearthand Home, Van Wert. He was born Nov. 7, 1926, in Royal Oak, M, a son of Meredith A. and Roma (Gills) Cahoon; they preceded him in death. On Sept. 6, 1948, he married Helen (Emmerth) Cahoon; she survives in Van Wert. He is also survived by his children, Kathleen Cahoon of Noblesville, IN, Cynthia (Paul) Brautigam of St. Marys, James P. (Kim) Cahoon of Hopewell, NJ, Robert M. Cahoon of Van Wert, William A. (Heather) Cahoon of Scottsdale, AZ, Thomas P. Cahoon of Los Angeles; seven grandchildren, Joe and Hannah Brautigam, Alyssa and Jamie Cahoon, Andy and Austin Cahoon and Malcolm Fisher. He was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Jack and a sister, Melba. He was retired as a general counsel and officer from Central Insurance Company after 39 years of service. He was a veteran of the U. S. Navy serving during World War II. He graduated third in this class at the University of Cincinnati Law; formerly served as Van Wert City Councilman. He taught courses in law at Ohio Northern University and served 10 years (two as president) on the Tri-County Mental Health Board of Directors. He was a former chairman of the Van Wert County Red Cross. Funeral services will be Saturday at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home and Crematory in Van Wert. Burial will follow in Woodland Cemetery in Van Wert. Military graveside services will be conducted by combined units of the Van Wert American Legion and VFW Posts. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Alzheimer's Association.

CAILLET, Norma Caillet (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Norma Caillet, age 87, 811 Edward St., St. Marys, died Dec. 9, 2006, at Otterbein St. Marys Retirement Community. She was born Nov. 17, 1919, in Cuyahoga Falls, to Fred and Ruth Jamison Wright. On Sept. 4, 1941, she married Eugene Caillet, who died Dec. 17, 2001. Survivors are 1 daughter, Nell Stevenson, of Columbus; 1 sister, Josephine Hague, of Cuyahoga Falls; 2 grandsons, 3 great-grandchildren and 3 step-great-grandchildren. Deceased are a daughter, Ruth Finke; and a son-in-law, Thomas Stevenson. She worked at Firestone Corporation, Akron, and as church secretary of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, St. Marys. A graduate of Kent State University, she held degrees in business distraction and special education and taught for many years at McBroom Junior High School, St. Marys. She was advisor of the Pincushion Pals 4-H Club for 35 years in St. Marys. She received the volunteer award from the American Red Cross; was Worthy Grand Matron of the Hawthorne Chapter, Order of Eastern Star; sang in the church choir; and was a member of the Shakespeare Club and Progress Club. Services are Wednesday at the church. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to the church or the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements are by Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys.

CALDWELL, Jerry Caldwell (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Jerry Caldwell, age 65, 1205 E. Livingston St., Celina, died Feb. 19, 2007, at his residence. He was born April 17, 1941, in St. Marys, to Clarence and Thelma Ashton Caldwell, who are deceased. On April 17, 1963, he married Winnie B. Henderson, who died Nov. 23, 2002. Surviving are 2 brothers, Robert (Mary Ann), of St. Marys, and Walter (Shirley), of Telford, PA; and 2 sisters, Margaret Lininger and Marvel Thomas, both of St. Marys. Deceased is a brother, Jack, and a half-brother, Albert Binkley. He retired from Copeland Corporation, Sidney, and had served in the National Guard. He attended St. Marys City Schools and was a member of Abounding Grace Church, Celina. Services are Friday at the church. Burial is at Resthaven Memory Gardens, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to Celina Area Visiting Nurses & Hospice. Arrangements were handled by W.H. Dick & Sons- Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina.

CALDWELL, Mary Ann Caldwell (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Mary Ann Caldwell, 81, of 12797 State Route 29, Saint Marys, Ohio, died Wednesday, December 18, 2013, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys.She was born January 23, 1932, in Mercer County, Ohio, the daughter of Michael and Antoinette (Feipel) Minch. She married Robert Caldwell on October 9, 1955 and he survives at the residence. She is survived by her 3 children: Bill Caldwell of Saint Marys; Sharon Anderson of Wichita, KS; Brenda (Bryan) Ridings of Wapakoneta; 6 grandchildren: Nikki Fannon Shaner; Belinda Coffey; Jessie (Mollie) Fannon; Tia Caldwell; Wade Caldwell and Geoff Anderson; and by 4 great-grandchildren: Larz (Kaila) Weber; LaFern Shaner; Malachi Shaner and Skylar Shaner; and 1 great-great- grandchild, Larz Weber, Jr. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Marvel Thomas of Saint Marys; sisters-in-law Patricia Minch of Florence, Alabama, Emily Minch of Celina and Wahneta Minch of Celina; a brother-in-law Walter (Shirley) Caldwell of Pennsylvania. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters: Clara Minch and Helen Steele; by five brothers: Harold Minch, Walter Minch; Rudolph Minch; Clarence “Jack” Minch and Lewis Minch and by her daughter, Debra Fannon. Mary Ann was a Coldwater High School graduate. She was a military wife for many years and she retired from Huffy Manufacturing. She later worked at the Saint Marys Living Center. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting, doing crossword puzzles, traveling and fishing. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member and past president of VFW Post 9289 Auxiliary. Funeral rites will be Monday, December 23, 2013, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, Ohio. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial gifts may be given to either the Auglaize County Humane Society or VFW Post 9289 Auxiliary.

CALDWELL, Robert W. Caldwell (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Robert W. Caldwell, age 85, of 12797 State Route 29, Saint Marys, Ohio, died Monday, January 20, 2014, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys. He was born July 22, 1928, in Toledo, Ohio, the son of Clarence and Thelma (Ashton) Caldwell. He married Mary Ann Minch on October 9, 1954 and she preceded him in death on December 18, 2013. He is survived by his 3 children: Bill Caldwell of Saint Marys; Sharon Anderson of Wichita, KS; Brenda (Bryan) Ridings of Wapakoneta; 6 grandchildren: Nikki Fannon Shaner; Belinda Coffey; Jesse (Mollie) Fannon; Tia Caldwell; Wade Caldwell; Geoff Anderson; 4 great-grandchildren: Larz (Kaila) Weber; LaFern Shaner; Malachi Shaner; Skylar Caldwell; 1 great-great-grandson, Larz Weber, Jr; 1 sister, Marvel Thomas of Saint Marys; and 1 brother, Walter (Shirley) Caldwell of Tilford, PA. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; a daughter, Debra Fannon; siblings Margaret Lininger; Jack Caldwell, Jerry Caldwell and Albert Binkley. Robert was a retired Veteran of the United States Navy. He served his entire career in the Submarine Service of the Navy, and was part of the crew of the USS Seadragon, a skate-class submarine. On August 21, 1960, the sub made history, becoming the first submarine to transit the Northwest Passage to reach the North Pole. The ship surfaced on August 25, and the crew played a game of softball on the North Pole. The ship and its crew received the Navy Unit Commendation for their work. After retirement from the Navy, Robert worked at Superior Metal in Wapakoneta, where he also retired. He was a life member of VFW Post 9289 in Saint Marys. He loved going fishing and being with his two dogs. He spent lots of time with his grandchildren and enjoyed Saint Marys Roughrider football games. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, OH. Burial, with full military honors, will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial gifts may be given to either the Auglaize County Humane Society or VFW Post 9289 Women’s Auxiliary.

CALES, Paul E. Cales (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Paul E. Cales, 71, of 11190 Schroeder Road, Lot 13, Saint Marys, Ohio, died unexpectedly at 6:56 A.M. Thursday, January 26, 2012, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys. He had formerly lived in Dayton and Sidney. He was born April 11, 1940, in Greenup, KY, the son of Henry and Esta (Henson) Cales. He married Bobbie Sue Neth on June 4, 1988 and she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his 6 children: Paul (Nevin) Cales II of Key West, FL; David (Ruth) Cales of Troy, OH; Karen Cales of New Bremen, OH; Amy Przekop of Cardington, OH; Eric Jones of Daytona Beach, FL; Dawn (Giancarlos) Ramos of Honolulu, HI; by 13 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; by his 3 sisters: Dean Case of Tipp City; Jean Leonard of Kettering; and Sherry Yerkey of Medway, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Paul was a graduate of Wayne High School in Huber Heights. He had assisted his father in the operation of the Dayton Speedway and had been the manager of the North Xenia Drive-In Theatre. He retired from PMI Corporation in Troy, where he had been a machinist. He later owned and operated the Dairy Queen in Sidney and operated a motor route for USA Today Newspapers. He enjoyed Nascar; bowling, boating, and fishing. He was a member of the Celina Moose and Celina Eagles. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, OH. Private family burial rites will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts may be given to the Auglaize County Cancer Association.

CALLAHAN, Andrew Callahan (Abstracted from the Lima Daily News, May 27, 1920) Andrew Callahan, Wapakoneta, father of Mrs. A. J. Brown of that city, died at the Brown home Wednesday night after a long illness from a complication of diseases. Callahan was a veteran oil man having served as store keeper and guager for the Buckeye Pipe Line Company for 40 years. Five years ago he retired. Callahan came to Allen County when the oil fields were first in operation. He served as guager at Elida. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a devout Catholic. The widow, Josephine, Mrs. Brown, the daughter, two brothers and a sister survive. They are M. J. Callahan, Lima, Mrs. John Shea, Oil City, PA, and T. J. Callahan, Moscow Mills, MO. Funeral services will be at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. Interment will be in Gethsemani Cemetery, Lima.

CAMARILLO, Daisy Ruiz-Camarillo (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 28 January 2016) Daisy Ruiz-Camarillo was born January 28, 2016, in New Bremen, Ohio. She lived 2 hours. She was the daughter of Rudolfo Benitez Garcia and Teresa Ruiz-Camarillo. She will be forever remembered in her family’s hearts.

CAMERON, Ruby F. Cameron (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 March 2016) Ruby F. Cameron, age 93, of 11689 Wabash Road in Rockford, died Friday, March 11, 2016, at her residence. She was born on Dec. 3, 1922, in Dalesburg, KY, the daughter of Harvey and Minnie (Marshall) Marshall. On May 19, 1965, she married Woodrow W. Cameron, who died on April 13, 1981. She is survived by her daughter Betty Kendrick of Rockford as well as two grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. She was a homemaker and had worked as a cook at Behm's Restaurant on the south side of Grand Lake St. Marys for many years. Her favorite pastimes included fishing and watching television. Private family services will be held. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Arrangements are entrusted to the Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys.

CAMPBELL, B. David Campbell (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 17 February 2020) B. David “Dave” Campbell, age 81, of Wapakoneta passed away Monday, February 17, 2020 at Lima Memorial Health System, Lima. He was born in Wapakoneta, OH on January 29, 1939 to Burton & Mary (Parcell) Campbell who preceded him in death. In 1958 he married Judy Kauper and she passed away on July 8, 1975. On December 3, 1976 he married Carolyn Bohnlein and she survives in Wapakoneta. He is survived by 5 children Vicki (Ferris) Robinson, Brad (Colleen) Campbell, Mark (Traci) Campbell, Barbara (Ernie) Steinke, David (Shannon) Campbell; 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson. He was preceded in death by 4 brothers Robert, Ronald, John, Earl and a sister Ruth. Dave was a 1958 graduate of Blume High School. He worked at the Wapakoneta Machine Company and retir6 Church. He was a proud member of the Auglaize County Democratic Party where he served as a chairman. He served on city council for Wapakoneta for 22 years retiring on December 31, 2009 and was a board member for the Wapakoneta Sister Cities. He was also a member of the Eagles #691, Moose #2564 and the Elks #54. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, camping, going on cruises and travelling. He also worked at the Indianapolis 500 as a Yellow Shirt Safety Officer in gasoline alley for many years. Dave was always eager to brag about his kids and grandkids to anyone who would listen. He and his family were also a host for many German exchange students from 1995-2010. Funeral services will be at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery, Uniopolis. Memorial contributions may be directed to Salem United Methodist Church.

CAMPBELL, Constance S. Campbell (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 December 2014) Constance S. “Connie” Campbell, age 78, of rural Wapakoneta, died Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014, at Lima Memorial Health System, with her family at her side. She was born on April 1, 1936, in St. Johns, the daughter of Clarence T. and Pauline (Basil) Miller, who preceded her in death. On July 17, 1955, she married Roland R. Campbell. He preceded her in death on Aug. 4, 1955, after just 18 days of marriage. Survivors include a son, R. Rodney Campbell, Wapakoneta, two grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a brother-in-law, Dick Knoch, Wapakoneta. She was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Jeanne A. Campbell, and a sister, Joyce Knoch. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery, Wapakoneta. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Johns Fire and Rescue.

CAMPBELL, James Kermit Campbell (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 23 November 2018) James Kermit “Tom” Campbell, age 92, of St. Marys, OH died Friday, November 23, 2018 at Otterbein – St. Marys. He was born August 26, 1926 in Noble Twp. – Auglaize Co., OH to Joseph H. and Mary Ellen (Huffman) Campbell. On November 6, 1948 he married Eileen Ann Hehr, who died October 9, 1993. He then married D. Jean (Snyder) Burkholder on August 5, 1994 and she survives. He is also survived by 2 sons Jerry (Donna) Campbell; John (Ruth) Campbell both of New Bremen, OH; 2 daughters Linda (Roger) Greber of New Bremen, OH; Kendra (Donald) Riethman of Minster, OH; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. 1 step-daughter Kay (Tom) Fleming of Wellman, IA; 3 step-sons Louis (Sharon) Burkholder of Nova, OH; Lyle (Kathy) Burkholder of Pandora, OH; Mark (Jill) Burkholder of Bluffton, OH; 9 step-grandchildren; and 19 step-great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by: parents Joseph and Mary Ellen Campbell; first wife Eileen Campbell; infant twins Terry and Susan Campbell; granddaughter Suzanne Campbell; great-grandson Maurice Redd, Jr., and sister Martha Houts. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre during World War II. He worked at Monarch in Sidney for 21 years, then retired from Ford Motor Co. in Lima, OH after 18 years. He was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church in St. Marys, a life member of VFW Post #9289 in St. Marys and a member of Eagles Lodge #767 in St. Marys and American Legion Post #241 in New Bremen, OH. He was a skilled carpenter and woodworker, who built and remodeled homes. Other interests included intarsia crafts, building desks, children’s furniture, kitchen cabinets and other items which he often gifted to relatives and friends. Funeral services are scheduled Friday November 30, 2018 at the Wayne Street United Methodist Church. Military funeral rites will be conducted at the church following the services. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys, OH. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys is entrusted with the arrangements.

CAMPBELL, Jane Fries Campbell (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Jane Fries Campbell, age 87, 4590 Tama Road, Rockford, died Friday, April 30, 2010, at The Gardens at Celina. She was born June 14, 1922, in Piqua, a daughter of Isaac Hamilton Kiser and Oda Leona (Kolker) Kiser. On Aug. 18, 1974, she married Donald L. Campbell; he survives. She is also survived by 4 sons, Charles F. (Sharon) Fries Jr. of Piqua, Larry G. (Mary Kay) Fries of Celina, Robert L. (Phyllis) Fries of Sidney, Gregory M. (Patricia) Fries of Fort Wayne, IN; a daughter, Sharon R. (Gary) Arnold of International Falls, MN; 4 step-children, Ronnie (Sharon) Campbell of Stanley, VA, Rodney E. (Patty) Campbell of Sidney, Danny M. (Angi) Campbell of Sidney, Virginia Sue (Ray) Smith of Sidney; 27 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother who died in infancy; and a step-granddaughter. Funeral services will be Tuesday at New Life Apostolic Church, 231 Grand Lake Road, Celina. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina. Memorials may be directed to the New Life Apostolic Church Building Fund.

CAMPBELL, Jeanne A. Campbell (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – May 22, 2012) Jeanne A. Campbell, age 56, of Wapakoneta, died Saturday, May 19, 2012, at Lima Memorial Health Systems, Lima. She was born on March 20, 1956, in St. Marys, to Lester and Leah (Settlage) Kruse, and her mother preceded her in death. Her father survives in New Knoxville. On Aug. 28, 1976, she married Rodney Campbell, and he survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors also include 1 son, Ryan (Angela) Campbell of Wapakoneta; 1 daughter, Heather (Michael J.) Selby of Wapakoneta; 2 granddaughters, Alyssa and Mya Selby; her mother-in-law, Connie Campbell; 1 aunt, Lois Yinger; 1 sister, Patty (David) Mann; 1 brother, Alan (Carol) Kruse; and several nieces and nephews. Jeanne was a 1974 graduate of New Knoxville High School and was a member of New Knoxville U.C.C. She worked beside her husband of 36 years on their family dairy farm just east of St. Johns, where she especially loved her cows. She was a proud supporter of her husband, which enabled him to be a firefighter, become a paramedic and currently chief of St. Johns Volunteer Fire and Rescue. She provided her children much love and support and was a proud grandma and spoiled her grandchildren with love. She also enjoyed vacationing in Tennessee at Pigeon Forge. She was an amazing wife, mother and grandma and will be forever missed. Funeral services are scheduled Thursday at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Johns Volunteer Fire and Rescue, which she long and faithfully supported.

CAMPBELL, Luella M. Campbell (Abstracted from the Lima News, c. April 30, 1996) Luella M. Campbell, age 80, died April 30, 1996, at Hutton Nursing Center, Salem. She was born June 14, 1915, in Auglaize County to Henry W. and Hattie Jack Smith. Survivors include a son, Robert P. Gusman of Salem; a sister, Kathaleen C. Hefner of Lima; two granddaughters and two great-granddaughters. She was preceded in death by two brothers, William H. Smith and Leland E. Smith; a sister, M. Marguerite Smith Kantner; and a grandson. Private graveside services will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta.

CAMPBELL, Mark A. Campbell (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Mark A. Campbell, 52, of Columbus, OH died Wednesday July 17, 2013 at Manor Care Center in Westerville, OH. He was born July 10, 1961 in Dayton, OH to Thomas and Patricia (Lindley) Campbell. Survivors include his father and step-mother Thomas and Imogene Campbell of St. Marys, OH; 1 sister Marie Campbell of Charles Town, WV; 1 brother Thomas Patrick Campbell of Trotwood, OH; 1 step-sister Debbie (Scott) Hamilton of St. Marys, OH; and 1 step-brother Richard (Patricia) Craft of Union, OH. He was preceded in death by his mother Patricia Campbell, and 1 step-brother Ronnie Joe Craft. He was a 1982 graduate of Ohio School for the Deaf in Columbus, OH. He worked in retail for various department stores in the Columbus area. His favorite pastime was socializing with family and friends. He also took great interest in history and researching genealogy. Rites are scheduled for Saturday July 20, 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.

CAMPBELL, Ruth Ann Campbell (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 October 2020) Ruth Ann Campbell, age 67, of New Bremen, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 1, at Mercy Health – St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. She was born on Aug. 25, 1953 in St. Marys, to the late Herman and Eileen (Poeppelman) Dietz. On May 3, 1975 she married John F. Campbell and he survives at their residence in New Bremen. Ruth has five loving children: Jennifer (Tim) Mast of Plain City, Scott Allen Campbell of St. Marys, Tina Collins of New Bremen, Matt Campbell of New Bremen and Suzanne Campbell who preceded her in death; five brothers, Jim (Cindy) Dietz of Minnesota, Louie (Vickie) Dietz of St. Marys, Tom (Laura) Dietz of Illinois, Danny (Kyle) Dietz of Columbus and Steve (Susan) Dietz of Logan; a sister, Rosemary (Chip) Felver of Celina and six grandchildren, Damien, Jeremiah, Jynx Aleara Suzanne, Nicholas, Emmerich and Madeline. Ruth was a 1972 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. She most recently worked for Auglaize Industries as a bus driver. Funeral services will be at Cisco Funeral Homes in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions can be made to Auglaize Industries and / or Special Olympics.

CAMPBELL, Sue Campbell (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 December 2009) Sue Campbell, age 73, of Wapakoneta, died Monday, Dec. 14, 2009, at her residence. She was born Oct. 24, 1936, in New Concord, a daughter of Harold W. and Louise (Hillyer) Bay, who preceded her in death. On March 26, 1955, she married Charles G. Campbell, and he died Dec. 24, 2007. She is survived by two daughters, Susan J. Campbell of Findlay, Karen J. (Frederick W.) Gross of Carmel, IN; two granddaughters; a brother; two sisters; brothers-in-law; sisters-in-law; numerous beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law; and a sister-in-law. A Celebration of Life will be held at the St. Paul United Church of Christ, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Paul United Church of Christ, Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, or the Auglaize County Humane Society.

CAMPER, Alma Anna Feil Camper (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – March 19, 2012) Alma Anna (Feil) Camper, age 103, of Wapakoneta, died Friday, March 16, 2012, at The Gardens, Wapakoneta. She was born on April 9, 1908, in Auglaize County, to William and Anna (Aufderhaar) Feil, and they preceded her in death. On Dec. 26, 1926, she married Floyd (Sam) Camper, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 23, 1986. She is survived by 2 sons, Robert F. (Joann) and William J.; 2 daughters, Sharon A. Campbell and Susan K. (Richard) Feil; 9 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Fay Janelle Camper; a son, Thomas D. (Nancy); a daughter-in-law; a son-in-law; two sisters; and a brother. Funeral services will be today at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery in Wapakoneta. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Paul United Church of Christ.

CAMPER, Robert F. Camper (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 July 2018) Robert F. "Bob" Camper, age 85, of Wapakoneta, died Saturday at Wapakoneta Manor. He was born Sept. 26, 1932, in Lima, the son of Floyd and Alma (Feil) Camper, who preceded him in death. On Jan. 14, 1961, he married Joann N. Kettler, and she survives. Other survivors include, four children: Sandy (Chester) Cary, Lima; Glen (Lisa) Camper, Wapakoneta; Neil (Cheryl) Camper, Pensacola, FL; Judy (Mike) Schaub, Wapakoneta; eight grandchildren: Danielle (Josh) Zimmerman, Cole Cary, Tiffanie Camper, Alyssa Camper, Ryan Camper, Caitlin Schaub, Audra Schaub and Hannah Schaub; two great-grandchildren, Makaylah and Zander Zimmerman; two sisters, Sharon Campbell and Susan (Dick) Feil and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings and spouses, Faye Janelle Camper, William (Joyce) Camper, Tom (Nancy) Camper and his brother-in-law, Jack Campbell. Bob worked as an engineer at Sheller-Globe and retired from General Dynamics, both of Lima. He was a graduate of Blume High School and Bowling Green State University. He served in the U.S. Navy and Army. He was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie #691 and a former member of the Amvets, Post #333, all of Wapakoneta. Bob enjoyed working on classic cars with his sons and attending car shows. He supported his grandchildren by attending their activities, and his other hobbies included woodworking and gardening. In his younger years, he served as a Cub Scout leader, enjoyed bowling and ball room dancing. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, 1102 Lincoln Ave., (State Route 501), Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta, where military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta VFW Post #8445. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Parkinson's Foundation.

CAMPER, Thomas D. Camper (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 22 October 2008) Thomas D. "Tom" Camper, age 72, of Wapakoneta died Tuesday Oct. 21, 2008, in the Lima Memorial Health System. He was born Feb. 22, 1936, in Lima, a son of Floyd "Sam" and Alma (Feil) Camper. His mother survives in Wapakoneta and his father is deceased. On Feb. 25, 1956, he married Nancy E. Hume, and she died Oct. 23, 1992. He is also survived by two children, Melissa (Brad) Conklin of Kenton, Eric Camper of Wapakoneta; two brothers and two sisters. He was also preceded in death by a sister. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army. Funeral services will be Friday Oct. 24, 2008, at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta. Burial will be at a later date in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta VFW following the services at the funeral home Friday. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Salem United Methodist Church.

CANDLER, John W. Candler (Abstracted from the Lima News, May 6, 1937) Last rites will be at the Lantz Funeral Home, Ada for John W. Candler. Interment will be in a Cemetery near Waynesfield.

CANTWELL, Ruth Amelia Cantwell (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Ruth Amelia Cantwell, 89, 1109 Jackson Ave., Celina, OH, died Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at The Laurels of Shane Hill, Rockford, OH. Ruth was born April 20, 1918 in Auglaize County, OH, the daughter of Henry and Clara (Kauffman) Glass. She married Stanley Cantwell on April 12, 1955 in St. Marys, OH, and he preceded her in death on May 23, 1995. She is survived by a daughter, Beverly Sue (Stanley) Cantwell-Bader, of Van Wert, OH; and a brother, Guy (Alma) Glass, St. Marys, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her brother, Robert Glass; and her sister, Edna Adams. Ruth attended school at Celina and was employed by Goodyear in St. Marys, all the while being a farm housewife and mother. She enjoyed reading and work on the farm. She was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs Baseball Team. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in St. Marys, OH. Funeral services will be Friday, June 15, 2007 at Zion Lutheran Church, 210 N. Wayne St., St. Marys, OH. Burial will follow at Swamp College Cemetery in Celina, OH. Memorials may be directed to the Zion Lutheran Church building fund.

CARDER, Michael L. Carder (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 26 February 2020) Michael L. Carder, age 67, of Wapakoneta, passed away February 26, 2020 at Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center, in Lima. He was born on November 30, 1952, in Lima, to Carl J. & Helen J. Fowler Carder, who preceded him in death. On April 30, 1977, he married Marilyn A. Bodey, who survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors also include three children, Elijah & Melissa (Moose) Carder of Canal Winchester, Sarah & Scott Fisher of Wapakoneta, and Isaac & Corina (Bohn) Carder of Wapakoneta; 12 grandchildren, Olivia, Imoen, Michael, Isaiah, Isaac, Arnold, Emily, Brianna, Andrew, Elizabeth, Zachary, and Iyla; and two sisters, Denise Holmes and Vivian Hale, both of Lima. He was also preceded in death by his brother, George Carder. Michael was an avid photographer, who enjoyed spending time fishing and boating. His family was his true treasure, he loved being surrounded by his kids and grandkids. A Time of Gathering will be at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta.

CAREY, Helen L. Carey (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 21 October 2012) Helen L. Carey, age 82, of Lima formerly of Wapakoneta died October 21, 2012 at The Ohio State University Medical Center Ross Heart Hospital, Columbus. She was born on June 29, 1930 in Lima, OH to Guy & Golda (Boop) Springer who preceded her in death. She was married to Thomas Erb and William Carey who both also preceded her in death. She is survived by 3 children Timothy Erb, Jeff (Shari) Erb, and Starlet Carey (David) Bowles, 6 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and a sister Ann. She was preceded in death by a son Tom Erb, a grandson, and two sisters. Helen enjoyed being outside and especially enjoyed playing bingo. She was a loving mother who enjoyed her family and friends. Funeral services are scheduled Friday October 26, 2012 at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta.

CARMACK, Sylvia Walker Carmack (Sylvia was a high school classmate of Elmer at Memorial High in St. Marys, Ohio) 1942-1996 Final resting place Sunset Memory Gardens, Ansonia, OH

CARMEAN, Francis S. Carmean (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Francis S. “Brow” Carmean, 93, of 1913 Cheshire Drive, Saint Marys, died 4:20 A.M. Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at the Golden Living Center in Saint Marys. He was born July 1, 1919, in Saint Marys, the son of Stephen and Cina (Bowman) Carmean. He married Grace Stienecker on December 22, 1945 and she survives in Saint Marys. He is also survived by his 2 children: Janet (Al) Meinderding of Saint Marys; Jack (Lynne) Carmean of Saint Marys; by 9 grandchildren: Marcie (Jeff) Albright of Saint Marys; Isaak Meinerding of Saint Marys; John (Emily) Meinerding of Saint Marys; Jakob (Ellyn) Meinderding of Cincinnati; Samantha Meinerding of Saint Marys; Jason (Misty) Carmean of Wapakoneta; Jill (Nathan) Young of Marysville, OH; Craig (Amanda) Carmean of Atlanta, GA; Paul Carmean of Saint Marys; and by 10 great-grandchildren. Brow was preceded in death by his parents; wife; by his 5 brothers: L.G. “Sonny” Carmean, Shannon Carmean, Gordon Carmean, Carl Carmean and Eugene Carmean; by his 6 sisters: Opal Diltz; Fara Lewis; Laverne Reineke; Sylvia Carmean; Betty Johnson and Winona Ellis; by a granddaughter, Katie Meinerding. Brow was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during WWII in England and Africa. He retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys. He was a member of the DAV, where he had served as Commander; American Legion Post 323, where he also served as Commander; VFW Post 9289 and Eagles Lodge 767. He enjoyed fishing and boating, and he was an avid camper. He also loved to travel and had toured all over the US, Europe and Northern Africa. He was a member of Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be Saturday, March 30, 2013, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Burial, with full military honors, will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial gifts may be given to the Alzheimer’s Foundation or the Veterans’ Association.

CARMEAN, Glenna Carmean (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – June 29, 2012) Glenna Carmean, age 78, of Spencerville, died Friday, June 29, 2012, at her residence following a three-month illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville.

CARMEAN, Grace M. Carmean (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Grace M. Carmean, 85, of 1913 Cheshire Drive, Saint Marys, died Saturday, July 27, 2013, at the Golden Living Center, Saint Marys. She was born November 17, 1927, in Washington Township, Auglaize County, OH, the daughter of Erbin and Luetta (Piepmeyer) Stienecker. She married Francis “Brow” Carmean on December 22, 1945, in New Knoxville, and he preceded her in death on March 27, 2013. Grace is survived by her 2 children: Janet (Al) Meinerding of Saint Marys; Jack (Lynne) Carmean of Saint Marys; by 9 grandchildren: Marcie (Jeff) Albright of Saint Marys; Isaak Meinerding of Saint Marys; John (Emily) Meinerding of Saint Marys; Jakob (Ellyn) Meinerding of Cincinnati; Samantha Meinerding of Saint Marys; Jason (Misty) Carmean of Wapakoneta; Jill (Nathan) Young of Marysville, OH; Craig (Amanda) Carmean of Atlanta; Paul Carmean of Saint Marys; and by 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a granddaughter, Katie Meinerding; by her siblings: Rolland Stienecker; Merlin Stienecker; Vernon Stienecker; Bernice Smith; Edith Rosengarden; Eunice Kohlreiser. Grace retired from Brodbeck’s Market in Saint Marys, where she had been a meat cutter. She had also worked at the former DWG Cigar Factory in Saint Marys. She was a member of the DAV Auxiliary, and American Legion Auxiliary. She was an accomplished seamstress and an avid camper. She loved to go ballroom dancing and was a bingo volunteer at Auglaize Acres, DAV and American Legion. She was a member of Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial gifts may be given to a charity of the donor’s choice.

CARMEAN, James S. Carmean (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) James S. Carmean, 89, of 05070 Co. Rd. 33-A in St. Marys, OH died Wednesday October 27, 2010 at JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. He was born September 28, 1921 on a farm in Auglaize Co., near Kossuth, OH to Frederick and Eunice (Williams) Carmean. Many years ago, he married Mary May Martin in Kentucky, and she survives. He is also survived by 2 daughters, Diana (Arthur) Nungester; Darlene Vaubel both of Lima, OH; 5 grandchildren numerous great-grandchildren and great-great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was a retired executive with the Midwest Electric Co-operative in St. Marys, where he was supervisor of power use. Extremely active with 4-H, he served as advisor to the St. Marys Fusebusters Club for many years. In addition, he was selected to serve on numerous county and state-level committees for 4-H. In 1973, while employed with Midwest, he was chosen to receive the first-ever Sales Award from the National Electric Farm Council in 1973. He was a member of the Wayne Street United Methodist Church in St. Marys. Graveside rites will be Monday November 1, 2010 at Elm Grove Cemetery 631 Greenville Road in St. Marys.

CARMEAN, L. G. Carmean (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) L. G. “Sonny” Carmean, 87, of 14888 Ohio 66 North in St. Marys, OH died Tuesday November 29, 2011 at Golden Living Center – Valley in St. Marys. He was born September 24, 1924 in St. Marys, OH to Stephen and Cina (Bowman) Carmean. On April 10, 1948 in Wapakoneta, OH he married Evelyn Clara Koenig, who died August 30, 2003. He is survived by 1 son, Terry (Deb) Carmean of St. Marys, OH; 1 daughter, Diane (David) Blackburn of Wapakoneta, OH; 1 son-in-law, Bill Woods of Martin, TN; 1 daughter-in-law, Patricia Carmean of Toledo, OH; 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and 1 brother, Francis (Grace) Carmean of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents Stephen and Cina Carmean, his wife Evelyn Carmean, 1 son Michael Carmean, 1 daughter Christine Marie Woods, 4 brothers Shannon Carmean, Gordon Carmean, Carl Carmean, Eugene Carmean, and 6 sisters Opal Diltz, Fara Lewis, Laverne Reineke, Sylvia Carmean, Betty Johnson, and Winona Ellis. He was a graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys. He was veteran of the US Army Air Corps, and received 2 bronze stars and a silver star for his service during World War II. He retired as a production employee from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in St Marys after 46 1/2 years of service. He was Roman Catholic. He was a life member of the American Legion Post # 323 and VFW Post # 9289, both in St. Marys. An avid woodworker, he also enjoyed boating, camping and fishing. He traveled to 49 of the 50 states and spent many winters in Florida. Best of all was the time spent with his children and grandchildren. Rites are scheduled Saturday December 3, 2011 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial, with full graveside military rites, will follow at Resthaven Memory gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorials may be directed to the donor’s choice.

CARMEAN, Mary May Carmean (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Mary May Carmean, 93, formerly of 05070 County Road 33-A, Saint Marys, and a resident of the Golden Living Center in Saint Marys, died Wednesday, November 27, 2013. She was born May 19, 1920, in Salem Township, Auglaize County, Ohio, the daughter of Archelaus and Irena (Baker) Martin. She married James S. Carmean on January 10, 1939 and he preceded her in death on October 27, 2010. She is survived by her two daughters: Diana (Arthur) Nungester of Spencerville, OH; Darlene Vaubeof Bluffton, OH; 5 grandchildren: Julie (Robert) Sloan of Delphos; Melanie (Bruce) Lee of Van Lue, OH; Lisa (Nick) Sloan of Delphos; James Vaubel of Miami, FL; Cindy (David) Layman of Anderson, IN; by 11 great-grandchildren: Greg Sloan; Andrea Marshall; Brandy Sloan; Angelia McDade; Jennifer Wilson; Sarah Taylor; Gary Grubbs III; Ashley Sloan; Kristy Steavesen; Mandy Hickey; Jennifer Hickey; by 18 great-great-grandchildren; by 1 great-great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and her siblings Cleora Layton; Norman Martin; Richard Martin; John Martin; Peter Martin, Carl Martin; Kathryn McPheron; Ruth Dershem and Eunice Shock. Mary was a 1938 graduate of Spencerville High School. She was a homemaker and had worked at the G.C. Murphy Company and Jack’s Shoe Store, both in Saint Marys. She was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church in Saint Marys, and the Women’s Guild of the church. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and friend who also enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, December 3, 2013, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to the Alzheimer’s Foundation.

CARMEAN, Michael W. Carmean (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 25 February 2009) Michael W. Carmean, age 59, of Toledo, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, from complications of Scleroderma. He was born Aug. 28, 1949, a son of L. G. and Evelyn (Koenig) Carmean. Cherishing his memory are his loving wife of 34 years, Patricia (Pedro) Carmean; their children, Megan (James) Boothroyd of Oak Park, IL; Patrick Michael of Toledo; his father L. G. Carmean of St. Marys; a brother, Terry (Debbie) Carmean of St. Marys; and a sister, Diane (Dave) Blackburn of Wapakoneta; a mother-in law, Mary L. Pedro; sisters-in-law ("The Outlaws") Mary (David) Bain, Ann Barash, Eileen Durham, Margaret Schotter, and Colleen (Ed) Taylor; brothers-in-law, Alfred J. Pedro, John (Laura) Pedro, James (Sue) Pedro, Timothy (Karen) Pedro, and Martin (Lynne) Pedro; and by many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great- nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Carmean, and sister, Christine (Carmean) Woods and father-in-law, Alfred J. Pedro. A 1967 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from Bowling Green State University in 1971, where he was also a member of the 1967-68 baseball team. He earned his Master of Education degree in administration and supervision in 1981 from the University of Toledo where he also completed his specialist degree. He taught math for one year at Fairmont East in Kettering. He then taught math at Whitmer High School from 1972-84 where he also coached football, baseball, and wrestling. From 1984-86 he was an assistant principal, later principal, athletic director and math teacher at Lakota High School. He was principal at Northwood High School from 1986-91 and then superintendent of Northwood Schools from 1991-94. He returned to Washington Local Schools as Superintendent in 1994 and retired in 2007. Funeral services will be Saturday, at Christ the King Church, 4100 Harvest Lane, Toledo. Ansberg-West Funeral Home, 3000 West Sylvania Ave., Toledo is handling the arrangements. The family suggests tributes to the Scleroderma Foundation, Hospice of Northwest Ohio, and the Whitmer Athletic Boosters.

CARMEAN, Terry L. Carmean (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Terry L. Carmean, 64, of 790 Coventry Green, Saint Marys, OH, died Wednesday, October 31, 2012, at his residence, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born September 2, 1948, in Celina, OH, the son of LG and Evelyn (Koenig) Carmean. He married Deb Heil in 1979 and she survives at the residence. He is also survived by a son: Nate Carmean of Saint Marys; 2 daughters: Stephanie Gudorf Schiff of Columbus, OH; Johanna (Tige) Sealscott of Louisville, KY; by his sister: Diane (Dave) Blackburn of Wapakoneta; and by 2 granddaughters: Gabby and Emmy. Terry was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Michael Carmean; and a sister, Christine Woods. He was a 1966 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School and he attended the Ohio State University. He was a retired production employee of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys. Terry greatly enjoyed the outdoors and he loved to golf. He was an avid sports fan, being especially dedicated to college football. He was proud of all things associated with his hometown of Saint Marys, including coaching youth league teams. He was the self-proclaimed “King of Summerfest” in Saint Marys. He will be missed by the family that he loved and by all his many friends. Funeral rites will be Saturday, November 3, 2012, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Private family burial rites will be held. Memorial gifts may be given to Grand Lake Hospice.

CARMICHAEL, Raymond Carmichael (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 19, 2013) Raymond Carmichael, age 70, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2013. Raymond was born in Mt. Sterling, KY, on Dec. 21, 1942. He was the son of Wilma Martin Carmichael of Mt. Sterling, KY, and the late William Earl Carmichael. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Lee Carmichael; son, Brian Carmichael; daughters, Dena (Jaime) Ziglar of Harrisburg, Haley (Rob) Throne of Wilmington, Terri Seagraves and Kerri Seagraves, both of Charlotte; 1 brother; 2 sisters; 8 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps, where he served in Europe just prior to Vietnam. He graduated from Memorial High School in St. Marys in 1960. Services will be Wednesday at Wilkinson Funeral Home Chapel. Memorials may be made to the Association of Frontal-Temporal Degeneration, AFTD Radnor Station BLD 2 STE #320, 290 King of Prussia Road, Radnor, PA, 19087.

CARMICHAEL, Wilma Martin Carmichael (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 May 2016) Wilma Martin Carmichael, age 96, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at her home in Camargo. She was born in Floyd County, KY, on Sept. 2, 1919, to the late Ada Adams and Johnnie Martin. In 1939, at age 19, she moved, along with her parents and siblings, to Montgomery County, where she soon met and married William Carmichael in September 1940. She, her husband, and four children moved to St. Marys in 1956, living and working there until returning to Montgomery County in 1963. She was a master seamstress employed by Jockey International until retirement. A devout Christian, survivor of the Great Depression, and witness to "hard times," she believed in hard work and a conservative life style - both of which she practiced until her death. In the course of pursuing this life style, she received great pleasure from raising a large vegetable garden, canning, custom sewing, quilting, crocheting, cooking and otherwise taking care of her extended family. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and mother-in-law. Survivors include her children Francene (Larry) Aufderhaar of St. Marys; Sandra (Danny) Shoemaker of Lexington, KY, Larry Carmichael of Camargo, KY; her brother Kirby Martin and sister Rheba Cole, both of Montgomery County, 11 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son Raymond Carmichael, Charlotte, NC, in 2013; her sisters Opal Sewell, Carmel Lansdale, Beatrice Combs, and brothers Burchell, Kelly, Crugar, and Vernon, all of Montgomery County. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the Johnnie Martin Family Cemetery. Funeral services were held at Mt. Sterling Old Regular Baptist Church on Levee Road Saturday. Taul Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

CARNES, Mirth J. Carnes (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 September 2009) Mirth J. Carnes, age 81, of rural Spencerville, died Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009, in Spencerville following an extended illness. He was born June 3, 1928, in Salem Township, Auglaize County, a son to Aldred L. and Etta Mae Wagoner Carnes, who preceded him in death. On Nov. 12, 1949, he married June Bowersock, who survives. He is also survived by 4 sons, Paul M. Carnes of Spencerville, Clay E. (Deborah) Carnes of Lima, John A. (Carol) Carnes of Spencerville and Wayne C. Carnes of Indianapolis; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and three sisters-in-law. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter and three brothers. Funeral services will be held Thursday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Spencerville Cemetery. Memorial may be made to the Kossuth-Zion Church.

CARPENTER, Andrew Scott Carpenter (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 25 November 2008) Andrew Scott Carpenter, four month old infant son of Jeremy S. Carpenter of St. Marys, and Michelle R. Coons Watson, died Monday, Nov. 17, 2008, in the emergency room at Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA. He was born July 17, 2008, in Chambersburg, Franklin County. In addition to Andrew's parents he is survived by two sisters, Alexis M. Watson and Karleigh L. Carpenter; paternal grandparents, Thomas Carpenter and Lori Herring; maternal grandparents, Dana and Christina Barrick; paternal great-grandparents, Lee and Janet Olding; paternal great-grandparents, Howard and Esther Carpenter; maternal great-grandparents, Thomas and Bonnie Barrick; maternal great-grandparents, Gary and Bonnie Lautsbaugh and paternal great- great-grandmother, Wanda Davis. Funeral services were Friday, Nov. 21, in the Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home Inc., Shippensburg, PA. Condolences may be conveyed to: Jeremy Carpenter and Family, 7484 Mowersville Road, Newburg, PA 17240.

CARPENTER, Bill D. Carpenter (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 17 March 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Bill D. Carpenter, age 69, of St. Marys, OH died Tuesday March 17, 2020 at his residence. He was born July 27, 1950 in Celina, OH to Norman and Eloise (Egley) Carpenter. On December 18, 1971 in Napoleon, OH he married Jamie Wilkie, who survives. Also survived by 3 sons Norman E. (Kristin) Carpenter II of St. Marys, OH; James W. (Jennifer) Carpenter of Loveland, OH; Benjamin D. Carpenter of St. Marys, OH; grandchildren: Cadence, Bella, Ally, Lana, Will and Elise Carpenter; his mother Eloise Carpenter of St. Marys, OH; 3 brothers Jack Carpenter of St. Marys, OH; brother Randy (Kay) Carpenter of Logan, OH; brother Tim (Wanda) Carpenter of St. Marys, OH; sister Kim (Larry) Eversman of St. Marys, OH; brother-in-law Edward Wilkie of St. Marys, OH and brother-in-law Eric Wilkie of London, OH. Preceded in death by father Norman E. Carpenter and sister Kay Wurster. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1968) and attended Mt. Vernon Nazarene College and Wright State University. As the owner of Carpenter Bros. Rides in St. Marys, he provided years of summertime entertainment to generations of attendees at various festivals, fairs and community celebrations. His favorite pastimes include collecting antiques, repairing small engines, and attending farm shows and flea markets. An avid musician, he delighted in playing the mandolin and harmonica. Due to the restrictions imposed by the State of Ohio in regard to the Corona Virus pandemic, a private family funeral service will be held at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road in St. Marys. Private burial will take place at the Resthaven Memory Gardens near Moulton, OH.

CARPENTER, Carla E. Carpenter (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 January 2016) Carla E. Carpenter, age 66, of Celina, died at her residence Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016. She was born on Nov. 5, 1949, in Celina to Carl and Arlene (Bader) Gerlach, both preceded her in death. Carla married Ronald E. Carpenter on June 9, 1973. They were together for 42 years and he survives at the residence in Celina. Other survivors include 3 children: Rhonda (Odie) Carpenter of Moraine; Diana (Justin) Santoianni of Kettering, and Sherman Carpenter of Celina; 2 brothers Jeff (Mary Ann) Gerlach of Troy, and Stan (Nina) Gerlach of Miamisburg; 4 sisters Andrea (Tom) Garman of Celina, Susie (Bo) Walter of Celina, Robin (Dave) Gerker of Fort Jennings, and Denise (Steven) Houseberg of Frisco, TX, and four grandchildren. Carla was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Steve Gerlach. She was a 1969 graduate of Celina Senior High School. She retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber in 2004 after 33 years of service. Carla was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church, St. Marys. She was a devoted wife and mother. Her favorite hobbies included painting, crafting and enjoying the outdoors. Carla was a very talented artist. Funeral services will be Thursday in the Cisco Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to Community Health Professionals, Celina.

CARPENTER, Howard E. Carpenter, Jr. (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 28 July 2015) Howard E. Carpenter, Jr., 83, of 02962 Southland Road, New Bremen, died Tuesday, July 28, 2015, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, Saint Marys. He was born November 20, 1931, in Saint Marys, the son of Howard E. and Charlotte (Copsey) Carpenter, Sr. Howard was raised by his mother and step-father, Charlotte (Copsey) Adams and Harold Adams. He married Esther Ricker on November 17, 1956, in Jay County, IN, and she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his children: Thomas (Melissa) Carpenter of Saint Marys; Terry (Dixie) Carpenter of Dallesport, WA; Theodore (Jane Kill) Carpenter of Celina; Patricia (Michael) Gavi of Jamestown, CA; Timothy Carpenter of Columbus, OH; Julie (Dennis) Parent of Saint Marys; Christine (David) Ring of Saint Marys; John (Jessica) Carpenter of Richland Hills, GA; Angela (Brett) Yahl of New Bremen; Mark Carpenter of New Bremen; 19 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters: Sandra Henkle of Saint Marys; Victoria (Jeff) Hardeman of Saint Marys; Sally (Albert) Harruff of Spencerville; 1 brother, Jack (Judy) Copsey of Saint Marys; 2 sisters-in-law Millie (Richard) DeVore of Antioch, TN, and Dorothy (Don) Springer of Celina; and 1 brother-in-law, Norbert (Rosemary) Ricker of Saint Marys. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard E. Carpenter, Sr.; his mother, Charlotte (Copsey) Carpenter-Adams; his step-father, Harold Adams; two grandchildren: Suzanne Carpenter and Wyatt Yahl; a great- grandson, Andrew Carpenter. Howard graduated from Saint Marys Memorial High School in 1949, and was a veteran of the United States Army, having served 1.5 years in Germany during the Korean Conflict. He retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys after 42 years of service. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys; American Legion Post 323 and VFW Post 9289, both in Saint Marys. He was a Boy Scout Leader for 12 years and enjoyed all outdoor activities, especially cycling, canoeing and hiking. He made three memorable Boy Scout trips to Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. Golf was a retirement hobby, along with spending time with his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, August 4, 2015, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. Burial, with military honors, will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, Saint Marys. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, OH is handling the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given the Holy Rosary Church Building Fund.

CARPENTER, James E. Carpenter (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) James E. Carpenter, 70, of 1509 Kent Court in St. Marys, OH died Friday February 1, 2013 at his residence. He was born October 27, 1942, in St. Marys, OH to Howard and Rachel (Russell) Carpenter. On November 21, 1984 in Lexington, KY, he married Linda Kay Sturgill, who survives. He is also survived by 3 sons, Jimmy (Sara) Carpenter; Tony (Lisa) Carpenter both of Oshkosh, WI; Thomas Carpenter of Minneapolis, MN; 1 daughter, Lori Woehrmeyer of Oshkosh, WI; 1 step-daughter, Michelle (Kenneth) Yuhanick of Elida, OH; 10 grandchildren; 2 brothers, David Carpenter of Greenville, OH; Ronnie (Carla) Carpenter of Dayton, OH; 5 sisters, Madge Lawson of Seattle, WA; and Ruth Carpenter; Lana Hardin; Cheryl (Tony) Newberry; Deb (Scott) Humbert all four of St. Marys, OH; and 1 brother-in-law, Jack (Deb) Sturgill of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Rachel Carpenter; 1 brother, Allen Carpenter; and 1 sister, Lora Carpenter. He was a retired from the United States Army. He then worked for Dickerson Refrigeration and Ramada Inn Motel, both in Lexington, KY. His favorite pastimes included playing bingo, collecting sports cards, knives and swords. He also had a vast collection of Hot Wheels automobiles. Memorial contributions may be directed to the church. Rites are scheduled Monday February 4, 2013 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial, with full graveside military rites, will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys.

CARPENTER, Mildred Carpenter (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 April 2008) Mildred "Maxine" Carpenter, age 87, formerly of Celina, died Feb. 7, 2008, in Stuart, FL. She was born Jan. 30, 1921, in Van Wert, a daughter of Earl and Mabel (Helverson) McCorory and they preceded her in death. On July 4, 1943, she married Francis W. Carpenter and he preceded her in death on July 9, 2001. She is survived by a son, Michael Carpenter of Stuart, FL. A graveside memorial service will be Thursday, at the Woodland Cemetery in Van Wert. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

CARPENTER, Opal L. Carpenter (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/opal-carpenter) Opal L. Carpenter, age 95, of Botkins, OH passed away Saturday, February 29, 2020 at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born June 21, 1924 in Louisville, KY to the late Christopher C. Steel & Alma (Hickman). She was married to Benjamin F. Carpenter and he preceded her in death in 1984. She is survived by children: James M. Carpenter and Carolyn Carpenter. She was preceded in death by son Howard Carpenter. Private Funeral services will be held at a later date. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster has been entrusted with the arrangements.

CARPENTER, Rosalie Napier Carpenter (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 21 August 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Rosalie Carpenter, 59, of Saint Marys, died Friday, August 23, 2020, at her residence. She was born June 26, 1961, in Pineville, KeY, the daughter of Roger and Eleanor (Sharp) Napier. She married Robert Carpenter on July 2, 1982; he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her children: Shawn (Ashley) Carpenter of Orlando, FL; Megan (Seth) Sollman of Sidney, OH; three grandchildren and by her siblings: Jon Roger Napier of Saint Marys; Mike Napier of Findlay. Rosalie was a 1981 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She worked for many years in the dietary department at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed making crafts, riding ATV’s and camping. Private family funeral rites will be at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, Saint Marys.

CARPENTER, Sharon A. Carpenter (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 November 2016) Sharon A. Carpenter, age 69, of 918 Hager St. in St. Marys, died Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016, at Otterbein - St. Marys. She was born on May 6, 1947, in St. Marys to Adrian and Mary (Makely) Hardin. Survivors include a son Brian Carpenter of St. Marys; daughters: Fawnda (P.H.) Lincoln of Montezuma; Jodi (Larry) Bendler of St. Marys; and Tonya (Richard) Goodwin of St. Marys; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; her brother Ronnie (Patty) Hardin of Piqua; her sister-in-law Lana Hardin of St. Marys; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Adrian and Mary Hardin; a brother Fred Hardin Sr.; nephews David Hardin and Shane Hardin; great-niece Samantha Hardin; and nephew Ricky Moon Jr. She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High school (class of 1964) and attended Eastern Kentucky University. Sharon retired as manager of the laundry/housekeeping department at JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. Her favorite pastimes included working in her yard, gardening, making crafts, scrapbooking, playing cards and solving jigsaw puzzles. Family was the most important thing in Sharon's life. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral rites are scheduled to be Tuesday at Miller - Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High St. Chapel) in St. Marys.

CARR, D. Leola Carr (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 May 2016) D. Leola Carr, 87, died on Sunday, May 1, 2016, at the Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. She was born on Oct. 22, 1928, in Willshire to the late Horner V. and Wilma A. (McGough) Minx. On Aug. 18, 1946, she married Robert E. Carr, who died on Sept. 30, 1992. Survivors include her five sons: Robert (Nan) Carr Jr. of Wheeling, WV; Rex (Joan) Carr of Celina; Charles (Linda) Carr of Owosso, MI; Mark (Diane) Carr of Yukon, OK, and Gary (Cindy) Carr of Celina; 16 grandchildren and 21 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sisters: Joy Elwell and Patty Bess. Funeral services will be Thursday at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina. Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home is handling the arrangementd. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Paul's United Methodist Church Building Fund.

CARR, John A. Carr (Abstracted from the Lima News, Oct 1, 1984) WAPAKONETA- John A. Carr, age 76, of here, died Sunday in Bethesda Hospital North in Cincinnati. He was born on Aug 14, 1908, in Leesburg, VA, the son of Joseph and Lalia (Harris) Carr. On Oct. 3, 1936, he married the former Mary Mason, who survives. Mr. Carr was a retired surveyor for Kohh and Kaliher Associates Ltd of Lima. He was a member of the St Joseph Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society of the Church. Professional Surveyors of Ohio, Ohio Contractors Association, American Congress for Surveying and Mapping, and a former member of the Wapakoneta Country Club. He attended George Washington University in Washington, DC and Ohio State University. He served in the U.S. Navy during World II. Survivors also include three sons, two sisters, Mary Elizabeth Anderson and Anne Fletcher both of Arlington, VA; and seven grandchildren. Concelebrated Mass of the Resurrection will be at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will be in St Joseph's Cemetery. Heinl- Long and Folk Funeral Home, where rosary will be spoken is entrusted with the arrangements.

CARROLL, Mary Lou Carroll (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Mary Lou Carroll, age 68, of Celina, passed away Friday, January 24, 2014 at her residence. Born July 19, 1945 in Celina, she was the daughter of the late Lewis & Juanita (Bollenbacher) Gibson. Surviving are her former husband, Roger Carroll, and 3 daughters: Tracy Frazier of Anaheim, CA, Jennetta Curry of King's Mountain, KY and Sarah Reis of Celina, a sister: Karen Hyatte of Celina, 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mary Lou was also preceded in death by 2 infant sons: Joseph and Duke Ginter. Mary Lou was a homemaker and a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Celina. A Memorial Service will be Monday, January 27, at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina.

CARROLL, Michael Carroll (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – July 3, 2013) Michael Carroll, age 36, of Wapakoneta, died Saturday, June 29, 2013, on Ohio 198 in Wapakoneta in a cycle accident. He was born on Dec. 10, 1976, in Celina, to parents Robbie Schott Murphy and stepfather Roy Murphy of Mendon. He is survived by his grandmother; by a brother; a sister; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sets of grandparents. Services will be Saturday at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will be held in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

CARSON, Robert E. Carson (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jun 18, 1994) Robert E. "Kit" Carson, age 79, died June 16, 1994, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. He was born Aug. 29, 1914, in Colbert, OK, to Robert and Wilhelmina Sophia Hellbusch Carson. On Nov. 24, 1938, he married Ruth A. Makley, who died March 3, 1992. Mr. Carson retired in 1979 from the Dana Corp. in Lima. He had previously worked at Parker-Hannifin, St. Marys, Ford Motor Co. Lima Engine Plant and St. Marys Woolen Mill. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 767. He had served with the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Ohio National Guard before World War II. Survivors include a son; five daughters; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Services will be at Long and Folk Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, St. Marys.

CARSON, Robert J. Carson (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Robert J. Carson, 71, of 719 Armstrong Street in St. Marys, OH died Sunday October 7, 2012 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, OH. He was born December 25, 1940 in Celina, OH to Robert M. and Ruth A. (Makley) Carson. He is survived by 1 son, John (Tammy) Carson of Richmond, VA; 2 grandchildren: Britney and John “Bucky” Carson, Jr.; 1 great-granddaughter Alexis; 5 sisters, Shari (Ron) Hinman of Phoenix, AZ; Dottie (Bob) Stoffer of Shiloh, OH; Connie Nagel of St. Marys, OH; Mary “Tish” Weinberg of Marengo, OH; and Dolly Carson of Minster, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was a 1959 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Viet Nam era. He retired from Omni Manufacturing Co. in St. Marys. He had also previously worked construction as a member of International Brotherhood of Boilermakers. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. Private family funeral rites will be held.

CARTER, Madge Pierce Carter (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 30 October 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Madge Carter, age 93, of Saint Marys, and formerly of Elizabethton, TN, died Friday, October 30, 2020, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home, Celina, Ohio. She was born June 11, 1927, in Eccles, WV, the daughter of W.H. and Mary (Gilly) Pierce. She married Samuel M. Carter on January 16, 1947; he preceded her in death. She is survived by her son, Anthony Carter of Texas; by her grandchildren, Samantha Jordan of Saint Marys; Kristy Maul of Illinois; Tony Carter of Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; by two daughters: Theresa Carter and Vicky Carter. Madge had worked for many years as a switchboard operator. She enjoyed knitting, doing crochet work, reading and watching the Hallmark Channel. Private family services will be held at Happy Valley Memorial Park in Elizabethton, TN. Miller Funeral Home, Saint Marys, is entrusted with Mrs. Carter’s funeral arrangements.

CARTER, Virginia Mae Carter (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Virginia Mae Carter, 80, of 704 Devonshire Drive, Celina, OH, died Friday, December 30, 2011, at Mercer County Community Hospital. She was born April 4, 1931, in Lima, OH, the daughter of LeRoy and Golda May (Goodwin) Rupert. Mrs. Carter grew up in the Saint Marys, OH, area. She is survived by her 3 daughters and 2 sons: Candise Snyder of Troy, OH; Diane (John) Kochert of Celina; Holly Ann Waltz of Portland, IN; Gerald “Gary” Chrisman of Jenison, MI; Timothy Chrisman of Celina. She is survived by 2 brothers: William (Barbara) Rupert of Xenia, OH; Michael (Irene) Rupert of Framingham, MA. She is survived by her 7 grandchildren: Mona (Tim) Anderson of Troy, OH; Mark (Debra) Laux of Columbus; Heather Smith of Troy; Teresa (Rick) McHenry of Maineville, OH; Melissa (Richard) Truman of Fayettville, OH; Laura (Kevin) Murvay of Lebanon, OH; Nichole (Adam) Nagy of Celina; by 11 great-grandchildren; and by 15 nieces and nephews. She is survived by her former husband, Gerald Chrisman of Celina. She is survived by a half-sister, Debra (Dean) Kile of Phoenix, AZ; two half-brothers: Jack (Nancy) Rupert of Galveston, TX; Douglas (Lori) Rupert of New Knoxville, OH. Mrs. Carter was preceded in death by her father, LeRoy Rupert; her mother, Golda Mae (Goodwin) Rupert-Mihm; by her husband, Eugene Carter; by a sister, Janet Seibert; and a brother, Leon Rupert. Mrs. Carter enjoyed decorating her home. She loved writing letters and sending cards with a poem inside. Mrs. Carter was a proud mother and grandmother and she loved her family very much. Funeral rites will be held 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 3, 2012, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Heart Fund.

CARTMELL, Mary M. Cartmell (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 10 November 2017) Mary M. “Mae” Cartmell, age 92, of Wapakoneta passed away Friday, November 10, 2017 at The Gardens, Wapakoneta. She was born on November 4, 1925 to Fred and Lydia (Metzger) Sheipline in Wapakoneta. Her parents preceded her in death. On June 1, 1948 she married Tom Cartmell and he preceded her in death in September 18, 2012. Mae worked several jobs over the years, including: First National Bank, Wapakoneta, Moulton School, and she retired from Pepsi in Lima. Although those were the jobs she received a paycheck from, she was dedicated to doing the Lord’s work. At her church, First United Methodist, she was very active on many committees and prayer groups. She felt a calling to do the Lord’s work in the community where she worked on the Election Board for many years as a presiding judge, Uniopolis Jamboree working and providing pies, and the one activity she was dedicated to was God’s Storehouse. She served as secretary to the original group when they were forming God’s Storehouse in 1982. She has continued to serve that group as best she could when health permitted. Because she was so dedicated to God’s Storehouse, she was selected to be a Jefferson Award winner in 2009. She is survived by a daughter, Vicky Cartmell, who has many precious memories of her mother. She is also survived by several close nieces and nephew; Sandra, Debra, and Marsha Orr of Mackinac Island, MI, Nancy O’Dell of Chandler, AZ, Robert (Ingrid) Sheipline of Sacramento, CA, Sondra (Mark) Temple and their children, Felicia, and Sean Temple of Mesa, AZ. She was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Morgan of Chandler, AZ; a brother, Carl Sheipline, Sacramento, CA; a sister-in-law and a brother-in-law, Dr. Rex Orr and Elizabeth Cartmell Orr of Mackinac Island. She has left behind many relatives and friends who were often in her thoughts and prayers. Memorial services will be Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will be at a later date at Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to God’s Storehouse, P.O. Box 72, Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895.

CARTMELL, Tom T. Cartmell (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 18 September 2012) Tom T. Cartmell, age 92, of Wapakoneta died at 8:20 P.M. September 18, 2012 at his residence. He was born on September 16, 1920 to Don S. & Druzella (Taylor) Cartmell in Wapakoneta who preceded him in death. On June 1, 1948 he married Mae Sheipline who survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors also include a daughter Vicky Cartmell of Wapakoneta, a brother-in-law Carl Sheipline of CA, and several nieces and nephews, Sandra and Debra Orr of Mackinac Island, MI, Marsha Orr of Australia, Nancy O’Dell of AZ, Mark, Sandra, Felicia, and Sean Temple, and Robert and Ingrid Sheipline all of CA. Tom was a 1939 graduate of Blume High School in Wapakoneta. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy on the Ranger Aircraft Carrier for 3 years in the Atlantic Ocean during WWII. Tom then got into the television business in 1948 when he sold his first television to the V.F.W. in Wapakoneta. He was also a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church and V.F.W. Post 8445. Funeral services are scheduled Saturday September 22, 2012 at First United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery where military rites will be performed by the V.F.W. Post 8445. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. Memorial Contributions may be directed to Community Health Professional or God’s Storehouse.

CARTWRIGHT, William J. Cartwright (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) William J. Cartwright, 47, of 925 Brandon Avenue in Celina, OH died Friday November 22, 2013 at his residence. He was born April 15, 1967 in Lima, OH to Jay and Kathy (Luma) Cartwright. He is survived by his widow, Valerie Cartwright of Celina, OH; 2 sons, Josh Toler and Chevy Cartwright both of Celina, OH; 1 daughter, Shaunna (Christian) White of St. Marys, OH; 4 grandchildren, his mother, Kathy (Michael) Powell of Celina, OH; 1 sister, Angel (Tony) Pfeiffer of Tyler, TX and his former wife, Katrina (Wade) Schwarck of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his father, Jay Cartwright. Prior to becoming disabled, he worked as a supervisor for Copeland Corp. in Sidney, OH. He was an avid car enthusiast, and enjoyed working restoration projects. Rites are scheduled Tuesday November 26, 2013 at Miller Funeral home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, near Mendon, OH.

CARVER, Eva Bigelow Carver (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Eva Bigelow–Carver, 82, formerly of 524 Locust Street in St. Marys, OH died Thursday January 5, 2012 at JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. She was born July 15, 1929 in Langley, AR to Lon and Lenora (Cowart) Brown. Survivors include 1 son, Larry (Julie) Bigelow of Sarasota, FL; 1 daughter, Cynthia (Greg) Snyder of St. Marys, OH; 3 step-daughters, Sherry (Bob) Barga of Celina, OH; Mary (Todd) Shellabarger of St. Marys, OH; Kathy (John) Sampson of St. Marys, OH; 12 grandchildren; 5 great- grandchildren; and 2 sisters, Charlene Mazzo of Rialto, CA and Ina (Jerry) Gilke of Ft. Worth, TX. She was preceded in death by: parents Lon & Lenora Brown, 1st husband Harold Bigelow, 2nd husband Thomas Carver, brother Rupert Brown, brother Jadie Brown, sister Leslie Auritle, sister Mabel Parker, sister Etna Bloomstrand, and half-sister Freddie Taylor. She was a 1946 graduate of the Langley, AR High School. She was a retired production employee for the former Mersman Corp. in Celina, OH. She attended Hillsdale Baptist Church and was a member of VFW Post # 9289 ladies’ auxiliary, both in St. Marys. Her favorite pastimes included woodworking, painting, sewing, cake decorating and making birdhouses. Rites are scheduled Monday January 9, 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 S.A.R.T. in St. Marys.

CARVER, Thomas F. Carver (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Thomas F. Carver, 78, of 524 Locust Street, Saint Marys, OH, died Thursday, March 31, 2011, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys. He was born May 27, 1932, in Printer, KY, the son of Janie Carver. He married Eileen Losh on July 18, 1958 and she preceded him in death in 1988. He married Eva Brown-Bigelow on November 24, 1990 and she survives in Saint Marys. He is also survived by his 3 children: Sherry (Bob) Barga of Celina; Mary (Todd) Shellabarger; Kathy (John) Sampson both of Saint Marys; by 2 step-children: Larry (Julie) Bigelow of Sarasota, FL; Cindy (Greg) Snyder of Saint Marys; by 12 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife. Tom retired from the Minster Machine Company after 30 years of service, where he had worked in electrical maintenance. He enjoyed woodworking and watching nascar. He will be remembered as a very happy guy who loved his dear cat, Charlie. He was a member of Hillsdale Baptist Church. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, April 5, 2011, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Hillsdale Baptist Church in Saint Marys.

CARY, Keziah Cary (Abstracted from the Plain Dealer, June 17, 1917) Wapakoneta, Jun 9, 1917 - Mrs. Keziah Cary, age 82, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Swisher today.

CASAD, Edward Forrest Casad (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 22 March 2011) Edward Forrest Casad, age 90, of Celina, and formerly of St. Marys and Punta Gorda, FL, died Sunday, March 20, 2011, at The Gardens of Celina. He was born on May 15, 1920, in Salt Lake City, UT, the son of Ben and Maude Casad, and they preceded him in death. In 1944, he married Virginia Axe, and she preceded him in death. He is survived by his son, Thomas (Paula) Casad of Celina; three granddaughters; one great-granddaughter and one great-great-granddaughter. He was also preceded in death by his son, Steven Edward Casad; his brother and his sister. Private family burial will be at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Paul's United Church of Christ in St. Marys. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cisco Funeral Home in St. Marys.

CASAD, Steven E. Casad (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Steven E. Casad, 64, of St. Marys, OH died Sunday September 12, 2010 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH. He was born September 6, 1946 in St. Marys, OH to Edward and Virginia (Axe) Casad. Survivors include 2 daughters, Sherri (Dave) Lodge of Sidney, OH; Cathy Myers of Virginia Beach, VA; 1 granddaughter; his father, Edward Casad of Celina, OH; and a brother, Thomas (Paula) Casad of Celina, OH. He was preceded in death by his mother. He was retired from the family business, Ajax Machine & Welding Co., in St. Marys. Services are scheduled Thursday September 16, 2010 at Miller - Long Folk Funeral Home 314 W. High Street in St. Marys. Private family burial will be at the Elm Grove Cemetery, in St. Marys.

CASANOVA, Ruth L. Casanova (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Ruth L. (Wollam) Casanova, 84, of Douglassville, PA, formerly of Norton, OH, widow of Albert J. Casanova, died Sunday at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Hood River, OR, she was a daughter of the late Harry Wollam and the late Gail (Hamilton) Wollam. She was a 1944 graduate of Mendon-Union High School. She received a BA in Journalism from University of Missouri and she also received a masters degree in special education from Kent State University. Ruth worked as a special education teacher for 28 years at Stow City School District in Stow, OH. Ruth was an editor for American Legion Newsletter for the Akron Post, where she received awards and recognitions for her work. She is survived by one sister Mary Misplon, wife of Gilbert of Bellefontaine, OH and she is also survived by her loving family. She was predeceased by one son. Private family services will be held. Burial will follow in Hamilton Bethel Cemetery in Union Township near Mendon, OH. Arrangements are entrusted to the Miller Funeral Home in St. Marys.

CASE, Margaret E. Case (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 6 February 2017) Margaret E. "Peggy" Case, age 94, of Wapakoneta, passed away February 6, 2017 at Wapakoneta Manor. She was born on July 19, 1922 in Auglaize County to Gust A. & Ruth A. (Martin) Werling who preceded her in death. In April of 1940 she married Harold Case and he passed away in March of 1992. She is survived by two sons and a daughter; Gary (Janet Dicus) Case of Wapakoneta; Steve (Connie Tucker) Case of Christiansburg, OH; Darla Norman-Leonard-Petrolia of St. Marys; and a brother Melvin (Eileen) Werling of Wapakoneta. Margaret was proud that her family grown to 5 generations. Memorial services will be Saturday February 18, 2017 at Harvest Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to Loaves & Fishes, P.O. Box 154, Wapakoneta, OH 45895 or to John Hagee Ministries, P.O. Box 1400, San Antonio, TX 78295-1400. The family has entrusted Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta to handle the arrangements.

CASE, Theresa M. Case (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Theresa M. Case, age 80, formerly of Auglaize Co. Road 33-A in St. Marys, OH died Sunday July 27, 2014 in the emergency department of JTDM Hospital. She was born November 23, 1933 in Auglaize Co., OH to Louis and Elizabeth (Yahl) Dietz. On August 22, 1953 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys, OH, she married William M. Case, who died September 17, 2000. She is survived by 3 daughters, Linda (Randall) Hoying of St. Henry, OH; Diane (John) Moore of Cincinnati, OH; Susan (Donald) Gossman of Corydon, IN; 1 son, William (Vera) Case of St. Marys, OH; 4 grandchildren: Ann Siefring, Brian Hoying, Christopher Hoying, Catherine Moore; 6 great-grandchildren: Owen Siefring, Oliver Siefring , Abraham Siefring, Isaac Siefring, Charles Siefring, Benjamin Hoying; 3 brothers, Leonard (Velma) Dietz; Herman (Eileen) Dietz both of St. Marys, OH; Lawrence (Karen) Dietz of Wapakoneta, OH; 1 sister, Ann Marie (Donald) Steinke of St. Marys, OH; and 1 half-brother, Allen (Connie) Dietz of Celina, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Elizabeth Dietz; husband, William Case; daughter, Carol Case; brother, Leo (Mary) Dietz;, sister, Margaret (Victor) Overman; and sister, Blanche (Roman) Poeppelman. She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1951). A homemaker, she also had been employed at Montgomery Ward Co., Home Banking Co., and Paris Cleaners (all in St. Marys), and by Auglaize Co. Board of MRDD in New Bremen, OH. A talented seamstress, she performed alterations for others through the years. She was an active member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and its altar-rosary sodality, Holy Rosary Craft Club, Guiding Hands OCCL, NAIM of Northwestern Ohio, American Legion Post # 323 auxiliary and After Five group at Otterbein – St. Marys. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Thursday July 31, 2014 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys. Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High Street Chapel) in St. Marys is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to either Holy Rosary Catholic Church (Capital Improvements Fund) or Alzheimer’s Assoc.

CASEY, Brookie L. Casey (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 7 April 2019) Brookie L. Casey, age 81, of Wapakoneta passed away Sunday April 7, 2019 at Lima Memorial Health System, Lima. She was born in Mount Gay, WV on July 19, 1937 to Stewart & Lucy (Marcum) Duty who preceded her in death. On May 15, 1957 she married Jack Casey and he preceded her in death. Survivors include a son, Toby Casey and two grandson Troy and Chance Casey. She was preceded in death by a brother Tom Duty. Brookie had worked for Fisher Cheese and retired from the City Bakery. She enjoyed going to church and gardening. Funeral services will be at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Resthaven Cemetery, Moulton. Memorial contributions may be directed to the donor’s choice.

CASEY, Thomas Quinn Casey http://www.genealogybank.com/doc/obituaries/obit/14EB81199F059AC8-14EB81199F059AC8%3F(Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 28 June 2014) Thomas Quinn Casey, age 80, of Celina, died Thursday, June 26, 2014, of natural causes at Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born on May 2, 1934, in Celina, to parents Merl Thomas and Florence Lucille (Alwine) Casey. On July 26, 1958, he married Mary Martha Myers, who survives in Celina. They were married 55 years. He is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth (Scott) Shefbuch of Piqua and Diane (Earl) Stevens of Coldwater, a sister, a sister-in-law, five grandchildren and nine great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and two great-grandchildren. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served in the Korean War. Private graveside services will be held at Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina, Lot 136 B, 3-4. Military rites will also take place. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are being handled by Cisco Funeral Home in Celina.

CASPERSON, Maud Casperson (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jul 28, 1977) ST MARYS - Maud Casperson, age 83, a resident of Auglaize Acres and formerly of here, died Wednesday at the county home. Survivors include her husband. Grover of Auglaize Acres; a son, Albert of Lilburn, GA; and five grandchildren. Services will be at Yoder-Long and Folk Funeral Home. Burial will be in Elm Grove Cemetery.

CASSIDY, Grayson Allen Cassidy (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio -8 November 2017) Grayson Allan Cassidy left this world silently Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He is survived by his parents, Caleb and Jerrica (Barge) Cassidy of St. Marys; his paternal grandparents, Paul and Denise (Everage) Cassidy of St. Marys; his maternal grandparents, John and Jodi (Sharp) Barge of Versailles; his maternal great-grandparents, Gerald and Arlene (Stephan) of Greenville; his aunts, uncles and cousins. Grayson's arrival was much-anticipated by his family, who will forever hold this little angel close in their hearts and minds. Rites are scheduled to be Friday at Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel), in St. Marys.

CASTLE, Vernon Leroy Castle, Jr. (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Vernon Leroy “Pappy” Castle, Jr., 59, of 338 North Defiance St., St. Marys, OH died Saturday, February 23, 2008 in the emergency department of Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys, OH. He was born February 6, 1949 in Sidney, OH, the son of Vernon Leroy and Lela (Fleming) Castle. They preceded him in death. He married Marlene Foster on July 7, 1967. She survives in Sidney, OH. He is survived by sons, Vernon L. Castle III, and John Castle, both of Mendon, OH; Patrick Castle, of St. Marys, OH; Michael Castle, Sidney, OH; 15 grandchildren; and a sister, Darlene (John) Moorman, St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents and three infant siblings. Pappy had been a press operator in the tool and die industry. He was Christian by faith. He enjoyed fishing, especially cat fishing. He was known in the family as “Chair-fisherman” for his ability to fish while sitting down. He also enjoyed Harley Davidson motorcycles. Funeral rites will be Thursday, February 28, 2008 at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St.Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Pappy's family.

CASTLEN, Barbara A. Skorepa Castlen (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 October 2014) Barbara A. Skorepa-Castlen, age 75, of Celina, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, at her residence in Celina. She was born on Aug. 29, 1939, in Portland, OR. On March 2, 2007, she married Harrison Castlen, who lives in Celina. Also surviving are her children, Ben Savage of Portland, OR; Angela Howe of Portland, OR; Barbara Markham of Canada; her son-in-law, Esmond Robinson of England; eight grandchildren; and five greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Helen Robinson. A memorial service will be Saturday at the St Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to the Castlen family.

CATHCART, Carol J. Peterman Cathcart (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 28 July 2015) Carol J. (Peterman) Cathcart, of Saint Marys, died July 28, 2015, from a long-standing illness. She was married to Larry Cathcart, who preceded her in death. Per Carol's request, graveside interment rites will be Saturday, August 1, 2015, at Elm Grove Cemetery, Saint Marys, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, Carol would like memorials sent to the Delphos Baptist Church, 740 Eastgate Drive, Spencerville, OH, 45887.

CATHCART, Larry L. Cathcart (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – September 18, 2012) Master Sgt. Larry L. Cathcart, age 60, USAF (ret.), of 1202 Hawthorne St., St. Marys, died Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, at his residence. He was born on Nov. 24, 1951, in Celina, to James and Wilma (Spaulding) Cathcart, and his father preceded him in death. His mother survives him in St. Marys. On Aug. 29, 1971, in St. Marys, he married Carol J. Peterman, and she survives. He is also survived by a brother, Steve Cathcart of Fort Wayne, Ind.; his nieces and nephews; and his mother-in-law, Leona Peterman of St. Marys. He was preceded in death by a brother, Jeff Cathcart; his father-in-law, Dale Peterman. He was a 1970 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School and received a bachelor’s degree in sociology and criminal justice from University of Maryland. He retired with the rank of master sergeant from the U.S. Air Force. He then worked as a health care administrator at several area nursing homes, most recently for Trilogy Health Services in Greenville. He was a member of Hartford Christian Church in rural Spencerville. Rites are scheduled for Wednesday at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home, 314 W. High St., St. Marys. Burial, with full graveside military honors, will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to the church.

CATHCART, Lucas W. Cathcart (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 8 February 2011) Lucas W. Cathcart, age 29, of 109 N. Water St., New Bremen, died Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima from cancer, as he had been ill since November 2009. He was born on Feb. 8, 1981, in Sidney, the son of Dart and Diane (Kueterman) Cathcart, and they survive in Anna. On Jan. 23, 2010, he married Natalie Meyer, and she survives in New Bremen. He is also survived by his son, Eli Cathcart at home; his sister, Dannielle Cathcart of Sidney; his niece, Ava Reed of Sidney; his maternal grandmother, Patricia Varno of Sidney; his paternal grandfather, Leonard Gene Cathcart of Hardin and his in-laws, Craig and Sandy (Opperman) Meyer of New Bremen. Luke was a member of the United Methodist Church in New Knoxville and had attended the St. John's Lutheran Church of Sidney while he was growing up. He was a 1999 graduate of Anna High School. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed playing softball. He was employed at Elsass Fabricating of Anna. Funeral services will be Friday at the United Methodist Church in New Knoxville. Burial will be in the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Auglaize County Cancer Association.

CATHCART, Wilma Lee Spaulding Cathcart (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 4June 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Wilma Lee Cathcart, age 89, of Saint Marys, died Wednesday, June 5, 2019, at her residence. She was born October 29, 1929, in Saint Marys, the daughter of Otto and Marie (Burklo) Spaulding. She married James Cathcart on January 11, 1947, and he preceded her in death on March 18, 1994. She is survived by one son, Steven Cathcart, of Saint Marys. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; by two sons: Larry Cathcart and Jeff Cathcart; by her siblings: Jim Spaulding; Charles Spaulding; Virginia Johnson. Wilma retired after 36 years of service at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, Saint Marys. She was a member of the former First Presbyterian Church in Saint Marys, and later a member of Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in Saint Marys. She was a member of American Legion Post 323 Auxiliary and she was active in many different types of volunteer work. She enjoyed going line dancing and will be remembered as the best Mom in the world. Funeral rites will be at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial rites will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery.

CATTELL, Lynn Lorraine Powell Cattell (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 26 June 2009) Lynn Lorraine Powell Cattell, age 54, 3311 St. Johns Road, New Bremen, died Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born Jan. 18, 1955, in Dayton, a daughter of John H. and Ida Elaine (Penny) Hatch Powell, both survive in Celina. On Dec. 16, 1988, she married Dennis A. Cattell, who survives at the residence. She is survived by a son, Chad L. Cattell of New Bremen; a stepdaughter, Tammy Jane (Richard) Cattell Ford of England; a brother, a sister; a sister-in-law; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother. A gathering of family and friends will be Saturday, in the Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Funeral services will be Monday, at Beaver United Church of Christ, 1960 Dayton Xenia Road in Beavercreek. Burial will follow at Beavercreek Township Cemetery located next to the church. Donations may be given to Shiners Hospital, Lexington, KY or the donor’s favorite charity.

CATTERLIN, George B. Catterlin (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 22 November 2015) George B. Catterlin, age 84, of Centerville, OH, died Sunday, November 22, 2015, at his residence. A descendant of pioneer settlers, he was born on February 28, 1931, to G. Bernard and Margaret (Smith) Catterlin. He was reared in Saint Marys and was a 1949 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He held several university degrees and for a number of years taught in the public schools of Livonia, MI and Dayton, OH, and from 1975 until his retirement in 1998, he was associated with the Wright State University School of Medicine. He is survived by a number of cousins, especially Trudy (James) Bruchas of Lake St. Louis, MO; and their children, Megan, Michael and Matthew. He was a member of All Saints Anglican Catholic Church in Kettering. Graveside burial rites will be Wednesday, November 25, 2015, at Elm Grove Cemetery, Saint Marys. Memorial gifts may be given to either the University of Notre Dame, 1100 Grace Hall, Notre Dame, IN 46556, or to Wright State University Foundation, 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, OH 45435, and indicate School of Medicine.

CAUDILL, Mason Paris Caudill (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 17 March 2015) Mason Paris Caudill, infant son of Erika L. Smith and Robert Caudill of Celina, was stillborn on March 17, 2015 at Community Hospital in Coldwater. Surviving Mason is a brother, Rylee Smith, maternal grandparents, Nikki and Troy Smith, paternal grandparents, Rhonda Caudill and Merdi Caudill, all of Celina, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Private Services will be held for the family at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina.

CAVINDER, Girlie Cavinder (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 6 February 2016) Girlie Cavinder, age 76, of Celina, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2016 at her residence. She was born April 19, 1939 in Prestonburg, KY, to the late Greene & Mary Ann (Higgins) Jones. Girlie married Charles Cavinder on August 8, 1962, and he passed away August 11, 1966. She is survived by her children: Danny Cavinder of Forest, Ken Cavinder and Pamela “Sue” Macak, both of Celina, and Jim Jones of Bellefontaine, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild. Her twin sister, Cynthia Crawford, survives in Bellefontaine. Preceding her in death was a son, Rickey Cavinder, a brother, Rally Jones, and sisters: Sylvania Tropp, Jo Prater and Zelma Bradley. She was a homemaker, and a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Girlie never met a stranger. As a hobby, she enjoyed collecting porcelain dolls. Services to be at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina on Wednesday. In memory of Girlie, contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

CAWOOD, Doris Loretta Cawood (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 27 October 2018) Doris Loretta Cawood was called home to be with the Lord Saturday October 27, 2018 in St. Marys, OH. She was surrounded by many loved ones and passed peacefully in her sleep at Vancrest Nursing Home. She was born August 27, 1934 in Pineville, KY to Chester and Cora (Gibson) Sharp. She married Henry Hodge Cawood, affectionately known as “Duck”, in 1954 and they lived in Toledo until 1973, when they moved to St. Marys, OH where they lived out the remainder of their days. She leaves behind to cherish her memory: daughter Cathy Jaeger of Toledo, OH; son Audie (Cynthia) Cawood of St. Marys, OH; grandchildren: Heather (Julian) Boose, Diana Kanneman, John Kanneman, Melissa (David) Hunter, Courtney (Logan) Cawood, Jennifer (John) Young; step-grandchildren: Scoot Tharp and Jeremy Tharp; great-grandchildren: Colleen, Jewlia, Julian, Gabe, Dominique, Audrey, Jasmine, Kaylee, Emily and David; great-great-granddaughter Lydia; 2 sisters Gertrude Wilder of Pineville, KY; Hazel (Robert) Adams of St. Marys, OH; a brother Alan (Velma) Sharp of St. Marys, OH; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews who were greatly loved. Preceded in death by: parents Chester and Cora Sharp; husband Henry Hodge “Duck” Cawood; brother Caleb Sharp; brother-in-law William Wilder; son-in-law Scott Jaeger. She worked at Allied Gear Corp., BR & W Tool Co., and Wapakoneta Manor Nursing Home. Loretta loved her Kentucky Wildcats and Atlanta Braves up until the time dementia reared its ugly head. Her family gave her the greatest joy and she often referred to Cathy and Audie as her greatest accomplishments. Funeral services are scheduled Friday November 2, 2018 at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to Bittersweet Farms.

CAYWOOD, Florence I. Caywood (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Florence I. Caywood, 91, formerly of 420 Jackson Street in St. Marys, OH, died Wednesday July 8, 2009 at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born May 14, 1918 in Amanda Twp. - Allen Co., OH to John and Mary (Brown) Bowers. She was first married to Gerald Leatherman in 1937 and he died in 1960. She then married Robert Caywood in 1962 and he died in 1965. Survivors include 1 daughter, Evelyn (Kenneth) Whetstone of Celina, OH; 1 son, Gene (Wilma) Caywood of St. Marys, OH; 9 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Donald (Gloria) Bowers of Elida, OH; 2 sisters, Helen Zimmerman of Delaware, OH; and Lois (Jim) Parlette of Cridersville, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; son, John Caywood; brothers: John Wesley Bowers, Dale Bowers, Robert Bowers, Homer Bowers; and sisters: Sylvia Richardson, Marjorie Page, Thelma Bowers, Hazel Bowers. She had formerly worked at the Westinghouse Corp. in Lima, and retired after 33 years as an office employee from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in St. Marys. She was a member of the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys and its Hannah circle, Order of Eastern Star Hawthorne Chapter # 119., and the St. Marys Crochet Club, all in St. Marys. She enjoyed ceramics, crocheting and needle work. Services are scheduled for Monday July 13, 2009 at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road in St.Marys. Burial will follow at the Spencerville Cemetery, in Spencerville. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Gideons International.

CAYWOOD, John W. Caywood (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) John W. Caywood, age 59, 112 Gas St., St. Marys, died Nov. 1, 2006, at his home. Death was due to an apparent suicide by carbon monoxide poisoning. He was born Jan. 23, 1947, in Celina, to Robert E. and Nettie L. West Caywood. A stepmother, Florence Caywood, survives in Celina. On Dec. 1, 1982, he married Dorothy Sander, who died in July 1995. Survivors are 2 sons, Robert, of St. Marys, and Matthew, of New Bremen; 3 stepsons, David (Penny) Young and Tom (Amanda) Young, all of St. Marys, and Timothy (Mitzie) Young, of Montezuma; 1 stepdaughter, Kathy (Bernie) Roessner, of New Knoxville; 1 brother, Gene (Wilma), of St. Marys; 3 sisters, Marsha (Don) Buchanan, of Lima, Carol (Jim) Lietz, of Dizon, TN, and Evelyn (Kenneth) Whetstone, of Celina; and 14 grandchildren. Deceased is a sister, Sheila Stedke. He was a tool and die maker at Crown Equipment Corp., New Bremen, where he worked for 34 years. A 1965 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School and the Allied School of Technology, Chicago, IL, he was a member of First Church of the Nazarene St. Marys. Services are Monday at Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial is at Resthaven Memory Gardens, St. Marys.

CAYWOOD, Mary Lois Caywood (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 20 August 2012) Mary Lois Caywood, age 82, of Rockford, died Friday, Aug. 17, 2012, at Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born on Feb. 8, 1930, in Springport, MI, to Morris and Anna LaVerne (Lawrence) Williams. On Aug. 8, 1953, she married Lowell Edwin Caywood, and he proceeded her in death on March 7, 2008. She is survived by two sons, Randal Lee Caywood of Rockford and John Lowell (Angela) Caywood of Celina; two daughters, Betty Lou Caywood of Rockford and Deborah Sue (Richard) Thompson of Portland, IN; two stepchildren, Jim LaDoyt Caywood of Van Wert and Leona (John) Hudson of Blissfield, MI; 4 brothers; 3 sisters; 2 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; 11 step-grandchildren and 12 great-step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be Wednesday at Ketcham- Ripley Funeral Home in Rockford. Burial will be held in Riverside Cemetery in Rockford. Memorials may be made to Olive Branch Church of God or to a charity of the donor's choice.

CECERE, George A. Cecere (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – July 26, 2012) George A. Cecere, age 85, of Wapakoneta, died Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. Arrangements are incomplete at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Wapakoneta.

CENCEBAUGH, Margaret E. Cencebaugh (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Margaret E. Cencebaugh, 46, of 261 Lafayette Lane, Franklin Furnace, OH, died Wednesday June 6, 2007 at Fountainhead Nursing Home, of Franklin Furnace, OH. She was born December 15, 1960 in Celina, OH to Chuck & Doris (Norris) Craw. She is survived by her parents, Chuck and Doris Craw; daughters, Amber (Herman) Eubanks, of St. Petersburg, FL; Heather Paul, of Celina, OH; son Robert Paul, of Madison, OH; 2 grandchildren; brothers, Elbert Richards, Jr., Nashville, TN; Brent Davis, of Des Moines, IA; Dennis Lawson, of Franklin Furnace, OH, Richard Craw, of Celina, OH; sisters, Lori Crockett, and Sharon (Tony) Slusher, both of Celina, OH. She was preceded in death a sister, Rita Murphy. She was a homemaker. She was a 1979 graduate of Celina Senior High School. She enjoyed making crafts and crocheting. Services are scheduled for Saturday, June 9, 2007 at Miller Funeral Home, Ohio 703 West Chapel, St. Marys, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

CENTERS-HOWELL, Rhya Nicolle Centers-Howell (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 13, 2012) Rhya Nicolle Centers-Howell, age 9 months, of 323 W. Market St., St. Marys, died Friday, Nov. 9, 2012, in the emergency department of Wilson Memorial Hospital in Sidney. She was born on Jan. 17, 2012, in St. Marys. She is survived by her father, Seth (Lindsey Jung) Centers of Anna; her mother, Kori Howell of St. Marys; two brothers, Reese Howell of St. Marys and Rhett Howell of St. Marys; her paternal grandfather, Jim (Kay) Centers of Sevierville, TN; her paternal grandmother, Kim Centers of Sidney; her maternal grandparents, Kami (Rick Timbs) Howell of Montezuma and Mike (Kelly Behm) Rieger of St. Marys; her paternal great-grandmother; 2 maternal great-grandmothers; her maternal great-great-grandmother; 2 paternal uncles; her paternal aunt; her maternal uncle; her maternal aunt. She was preceded in death by her paternal great-grandfather; her maternal great-grandfather; her maternal great-great-grandfather; two maternal great-uncles. Rites are scheduled for Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel), St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

CHADWICK, Mark Chadwick (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 March 2017) Mark Chadwick, age 64, of Wapakoneta, died Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at the St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima, following a sudden illness. He was born on Jan. 31, 1953, in Lima, the son of Richard and Marilyn (Swartz) Chadwick. Survivors include his mother, Marilyn Chadwick, Wapakoneta; his life partner, Sallie Cooper, Wapakoneta; her children, Guy Royse and Kandice Cooper; and four grandchildren, all whom he claimed as his own family. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard C. Chadwick. Mark was a gifted artist and teacher. His passions were music, writing, teaching, his partner Sallie, his friends and his pets. Mark received a master's in fine arts from BGSU. He taught creative writing and English for nearly three decades, working at BGSU, Tri-C of Cleveland, Lima Tech and Wright State, Celina. He referred to his teaching career as a "spiritual experience." Mark also spent time in the music industry as a critic for Cream Magazine and Rolling Stone. While working for Peaches Record Store in Cleveland, he met, wined and dined many recording artists such as The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Rod Stewart and Bruce Springsteen. Mark authored and published seven books of poetry and numerous individual poems. His poetry, like his artwork, was unique and abstract, as was his sense of humor. Mark will long be remembered by those who knew and loved him for his kindness, humanity, creativity and his insatiable sense of humor. Memorial services will be Sunday at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, 1102 Lincoln Ave. (Ohio 501), Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Rita's Cancer Center.

CHAFFINS, Verti Lee Chaffins (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Verti Lee Chaffins, 79, of Bourbonnais, IL and formerly of Saint Marys, OH, died Tuesday, February 14, 2012, in the emergency room at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, IL. She was born November 26, 1932, in Mousie, KY, the daughter of Edgle and Cordie (Tuttle) Wicker. She married Richard Chaffins of February 13, 1947 and he preceded her in death on October 28, 2005. She is survived by her 2 daughters: Carolyn Manago of Momence, IL; Norma (Eric) Prather of Bourbonnais, IL; by 1 son, Charles (RoseAnn) Chaffins of Sidney, OH; by her sister, Evelyn (Joe) Hale of Dayton; by 2 brothers: Clyde (Connie) Wicker of Saint Marys; Bud (Shirley) Wicker of Saint Marys; by 9 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Verti was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers: Palmer Slone and William Lee Wicker; by one sister, Margaret Slone; by a son-in-law, Francisco Manago. Verti had worked for Carter Wallace in Momence, IL and also Baker and Taylor in Momence; she had previously worked at Auglaize Acres Nursing Home in Wapakoneta, OH.She enjoyed playing bingo and buying scratch off lottery tickets. She loved spending time with her family. She was a member of the Garden of Love Old Regular Baptist Church in Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, February 21, 2012, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, Ohio. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial gifts may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

CHAFFINS, William B. Chaffins (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 11 June 2016) William “Spank” B. Chaffins, age 54, of 521 S. Main Street in St. Marys, OH died Saturday June 11, 2016 in the emergency department of JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. He was born October 2, 1961 in St. Marys, OH to Ballard and Mary Jean (Deckman) Chaffins. He is survived by: significant other Connie (McDermitt) Smith of St. Marys, OH; 3 sons Isaac Kayne; Caleb Chaffins both of St. Cloud, MN; Jason Chaffins of Sidney, OH; his father Ballard (Bonnie) Chaffins of St. Marys, OH; his mother Jean (Marvin) McLaughlin of St. Marys, OH; 3 sisters Annette Alexander; Bernette Newbauer; Claudette Snyder all three of St. Marys, OH; 2 brothers Michael Stephens; Anthony Stacy) Stephens both of St. Marys, OH; 1 step-brother Joe (Michelle) Vires of St. Marys, OH; and 2 step-sisters Lisa Moore of St. Marys, OH and Chastity (Troy) Dodson of New Bremen, OH. He was preceded in death by a daughter Jessica Chaffins. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1980). He works as a driver for Don Huelskamp Trucking in Maria Stein, OH and had also been employed by the New Knoxville Telephone Co. His favorite pastimes included gardening, watching North Carolina Panthers football games and spending time with his family. Rites are scheduled to be Friday June 14, 2016 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys.

CHAMBERLIN, Peggy E. Chamberlin (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 29, 2012) Peggy E. Chamberlin, age 75, of New Bremen and formerly of Sidney, died Friday, Oct. 26, 2012, at the Otterbein Retirement Community of St. Marys. She was born on July 26, 1937, in South Bend, IN, the daughter of John C. and Ruth (Jackson) Toth. On Dec. 15, 1956, she married H. Dan Chamberlin, and he survives in New Bremen. She is survived by 1 son, Kirk Chamberlin of Las Vegas, NV; 1 daughter, Lisa Finkenbine of St. Marys; her grandchildren, Charisa Todd, Jay Todd and Brice Finkenbine, all of Anna; her great-grandchildren, Dane Herman and Myron Parker IV; great-stepgrandchildren, Elijah, Elena and Cambry Walker, all of Anna; her sister, Nora Ray of Goose Creek, SC; her brother, Fred Toth of Rotunda West, FL; several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Chamberlin was a member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen and a member of the Busy 12 of the church. She was the Jr. Choir Director for a number of years at the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Sidney. She was a homemaker and an avid bridge card player. A memorial service will be Wednesday at the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grand Lake Hospice of St. Marys. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home of New Bremen is handling the arrangements.

CHAMBERS, Helen Chambers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2135331) Helen Chambers, age 94, of Minster, Ohio died Monday, September 10, 2018 at her home around Lake Loramie. She was born on August 27, 1924 in Troy, Ohio to the Harry & Bess (Brown) Robbins. She married Orville “Dub” Chambers on May 17, 1946 in Fort Loramie and he preceded her in death on April 23, 2017. She was preceded in death by brother & sisters: Myrtle Short, Bertha Koverman and Delmer Robbins. She was a co-founder of the Rumly Independent Baptist Church. Funeral Service will be Friday, September 14, 2018 at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. Burial will follow at German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen.

CHAMBERS, Kathryn A. Chambers (Abstracted from Obituary | Kathryn A. Chambers of Celina, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Kathryn A. Chambers, age 68, of Celina, died Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Kettering Hospital. She was born August 10, 1952 in Lima to the late William & Agnes (Korte) Fox. On October 12, 1974 she married Robert Chambers, and he survives in Celina. Kathryn is also survived by four sons and their spouses, Jason & Marie Chambers of Waynesville, Jonathan & Anna Chambers of Lima, James & Emily Chambers of Dayton, and Joseph & Amanda Chambers of Columbus, as well as nine grandchildren, Jack, Nick, Kyra, Mady, Juli, Jon, Ellie, Brooke, and Zoey, a brother, John & Sue Fox of Cassopolis, MI, and in- laws, Clarence Edward & Marsha Chambers of Moraine. In addition to her parents Kathryn is preceded in death by an infant son, Jeffery Chambers. Kathryn was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and was active with her husband in the St. Anthony Dinner Theatre. She was a graduate of the Good Samaritan School of Nursing in Dayton and served many years as a Register Nurse in the Coronary Care Unit at Good Sam and in the Labor and Delivery Department at Miami Valley Hospital. Kathryn enjoyed quilting, genealogy, and fishing, though spending time with her grandchildren was her favorite. A Mass of Christian Burial following all CDC guidelines will be at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will follow in St. Anthony Cemetery. Arrangements by Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Anthony Church, or the St. Anthony Dinner Theatre.

CHAMBERS, Nellie Chambers (Abstracted from an unknown newspaper, Jan 10, 1940) Wapakoneta - Funeral services for Miss Nellie Chambers, age 52, of this city, who died Tuesday at the home of a brother, C.E. Chambers, in Lima after a four day illness due to paralysis will be Thursday. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Her death followed that of a brother, Orlando, who died less than a month ago in a Middletown hospital from injuries received when he fell from a railroad bridge on which he was working. She made her home here on Wheeler Lane until two weeks ago when she went to live with her brother. A sister Mrs. Lewis Jones of this city and the brother survive.

CHAMBERS, Orville C. Chambers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 April 2017) Orville "Dub" C. Chambers, age 95, of Minster, died Sunday, April 23, 2017, at his home around Lake Loramie. He was born on Nov. 6, 1921, in Fort Loramie to the late Elmer and Mabel (Severn) Chambers. He married Helen Robbins on May 17, 1946, in Fort Loramie, and she survives. He was preceded in death by brothers and sisters: Bernice R. Paulus, Roy and Frieda Chambers, Russell and Evelyn Chambers, Alice and John Musser, Evelyn and Robert Conner and Florence and Lee Drees. Orville worked at the Minster Coal Yard in his early years and retired from the Fort Loramie State Park after 27 years of work. He was a founder of the Rumly Independent Baptist Church and a deacon there. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II, where he was a Purple Heart recipient. Orville played baseball for many years with Brucken's baseball team. A funeral service will be Friday at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. Burial will follow at German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen.

CHAMP, James Willam Champ (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 4, 2013) James Willam Champ, age 67, formerly of Spencerville and Lima, died Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, at the Hardin Hills Health Center in Kenton, where he had resided since Oct. 22, 2012. He was born on May 14, 1945, in Lima, a son of James Lewis and Elva Iota “Odie” Adams Champ, who preceded him in death. He is survived by 1 sister; 2 nephews; 1 niece; several great-nieces and nephews. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War era from 1966 to 1970. Funeral services will be Wednesday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the New Salem Cemetery in Auglaize County, with military rites by the Spencerville Veterans. Memorials may be made to Followers of Christ International.

CHAMPLIN, Ruby Kathleen Champlin (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Ruby Kathleen Champlin, age 48, of Franklin Township, died November 6, 2011 at Community Hospital in Coldwater. Born October 5, 1963 in Ft. Bragg, NC, Ruby was the daughter of Ronald Sweitzer and Georgia Woodward. Her father is deceased. Her mother and step-father, David Woodward survive in Franklin Township. Also surviving Ruby are a daughter, Amanda Sweitzer of Fairborn, 2 brothers, Russell (Stephanie) Cooper of Fairborn and Ronald (Barb) Sweitzer, Jr., of Black River, NY. Ruby was preceded in death by a brother, Rian David Woodward, who died September 2, 2011. There will be no visitation. Private services will be held for the family.

CHANEY, John O. Chaney (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) John O. Chaney, age 79, 91 Riley St., Montezuma, died March 11, 2007, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. He was born Dec. 28, 1927, in Xenia, to Ella Baumaster. On Aug. 9, 1949, he married Frances Lorilla Collins, who died Sept. 22, 1980. Surviving are 1 son, John Jr. (Penny), of Grover Hill; 4 daughters, Sharon Barker, of Sidney, Sue (Duane) Harner, of Celina, Joyce (Terrence) Garrity, of Coldwater, and Johnda, of Celina; 10 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. He retired in 1996 from Celina City Schools as custodian at Franklin Elementary School, Montezuma, and was a dealer at area flea markets. He was U.S Navy veteran of World War II, serving as a Seabee in the Philippines. He was a member of American Legion Post 470, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5135, both of Coldwater, and of South Shore Sportsman's Club, Celina. He was well known as "The Bean Man," preparing "Chaney's Bean Soup" at various events throughout the area. Private family services will be held at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Burial is at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina, where military rites will be conducted by American Legion and VFW, both of Coldwater. Calling hours are private.

CHANEY, Martha C. Chaney (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 30 July 2015) Martha C. Chaney, age 86, of 117 S. Beech Street in St. Marys, OH died Thursday July 30, 2015 at her residence. She was born February 22, 1929 in Pineville, KY to George and Mary Belle (Hoskins) Thompson. On March 8, 1947 in Pineville, KY she married Ralph Chaney, who died August 9, 2001. She is survived by 4 sons, Chuck (Cathy) Chaney; Dean (Donna) Chaney; Larry (Chris) Chaney; Rick (Shirley Glover) Chaney all four of St. Marys, OH; 1 daughter, Brenda (Charles Mullins) Chaney of St. Marys, OH; 17 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren; and 17 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Mary Belle Thompson; husband, Ralph Chaney; granddaughter, Erika Lykins; great-grandson, Joshua Davenport; step-great- granddaughter, Jessica Ginter; brother, Willie Thompson; sister, Dora Markley; brother, Clyde Thompson; sister, Maudie Caldwell; brother, Herbert Thompson; brother, Cliff Thompson; sister, Minnie Thompson; sister, Cordie Miracle; sister, Rose Ellen Keith. She was a homemaker and had worked at Plaza Lanes in Celina, OH for a number of years. Her favorite pastimes included camping, travelling to the Great Smoky Mountains, and collecting dolls and angel figurines. Martha will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother who treasured the time she spent with her family. Rites are scheduled to Tuesday August 4, 2015 at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High Street Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, in St. Marys.

CHANEY, Richard D. Chaney (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Richard D. "Dick" Chaney, age 68, of Celina, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2014 at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. Born on February 28, 1946 in Celina, he was the son of the late Orby & Betty (Koos) Chaney. He was raised by his aunt and uncle, Louie & Opal Handley, who also preceded him in death. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, John (Melissa) Chaney of Celina, and 4 grandchildren, Chad, Andy, Elizabeth and Logan. Dick had been married to Norma (Klosterman) Chaney and Peggy (Schmidt) Chaney, both of whom survive in Celina. Also surviving are a sister, Connie (William) Liming of Oneida, TN, a foster brother, Danny Handley of Cleveland, and numerous extended family members. Dick was a graduate of Celina High School, and retired after many years of service as a supervisor / manager with ODOT (The Ohio Department of Transportation) in Celina. Funeral Service will be held at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina on Friday, June 6. Burial will take place at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina, at a later date. Memorial Donations may be directed to Mercer Health Durable Medical Equipment.

CHAPMAN, Rea Almeda Chapman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – December 19, 2012) Rea Almeda Chapman, age 79, of 361 Center St. in St. Henry, passed away Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, at the Gardens in Celina. She was born on June 27, 1933, to the late Verlin and Frances (Cain) Howery in Carpenter. On Jan. 29, 1955, she married Ralph R. Chapman, her loving husband for 58 years, who survives. Also surviving are her children, Rick (Ginny) Chapman of Estero, FL, Ronda (Stu) Kahn of Fort Wayne, IN, Randi (Tim) Pheiffer of Germantown, Robin (Chris) May of St. Henry, Regina (Chris) Nelms of Spring Valley, Rhett (Chandra) Chapman of Germantown; 13 grandchildren; 1 brother and sister-in-law. She was preceded in death by a brother. Private funeral services will be held at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to the State of the Heart Home Health and Hospice, Cancer Association of Mercer County or the Alzheimer’s Association.

CHAPMAN, Roger Lee Chapman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 10, 2011) Roger Lee Chapman, age 63, of 7090 Fleetfoot Road, Celina, died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, at his residence. He was born on Dec. 31, 1947, in Athens, to Donald W. and Mae B. (Blankenship) Chapman, and they preceded him in death. On April 2, 1966, he married Paula Muter, and she survives him in Celina. He is also survived by his sons, Kelly (Julie) Chapman and Nathan (Stephanie) Chapman; 6 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; and 1 brother. He was preceded in death by a brother. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to Grand Lake Hospice.

CHARLES, June J. Bannon Charles (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 16 December 2015) June J. Charles, age 85, of 110 Birch Court in Union City, OH died at Celina Manor. She was born July 10, 1930 in Union City, IN to Eugene and Mary (Maloy) Bannon. She is survived by 1 son, Gary Bannon of Celina, OH; 1 daughter, Melinda (Doug) Gambill of Celina, OH; 3 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a twin sister, Jean Williams of Union City, OH; and sister, Maxine Resor of Union City, IN. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Charles; granddaughter, Donna Gambill; great-grandson, Chance Gambill-Hunt; and brother, “Bud” Bannon. She was a graduate of Mississinewa High School (Class of 1948). She was a homemaker. Her favorite pastimes included watching television and classic movies. Rites are scheduled to be Wednesday December 23, 2015 at Come As You Are Fellowship Church 423 E. Main Street in Union City, OH. Interment will take place in the Snell Cemetery, near Union City, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

CHEADLE, Joseph M. Cheadle (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1841238) Joseph M. Cheadle, age 55, of Ansonia, died on Sunday, August 14, 2016 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton. He was born June 9, 1961 in Greenville to the late Robert Sr. & Ona (Brown) Cheadle. He is survived by ten children: Joseph M. Cheadle Jr. of Palestine, Leona Cheadle of Texas, Pete Cheadle of Union City, OH, Jesse Cheadle of Greenville, Miranda Cheadle of Gettysburg, Shane Cheadle of Versailles and their mother Christina Starns of Versailles, Kayla Cheadle, Kira Cheadle, Kelsey Cheadle and their mother Nichola Reier all of Versailles and Kyle Gordon of Bridgeport; 16 grandchildren; siblings Dennis & Karen Cheadle, Mary & Bud Coppock all of Greenville, Sharon Hutchens, Robert Jr & Julia Cheadle, John Cheadle and James Cheadle all of Ansonia, and Michelle Duffield of Troy, a brother-in-law Stanley Richards of Ansonia; and a host of other family members. He is also preceded in death by two brothers Danny & Patrick Cheadle; a sister Patricia Richards; and a brother-in-law James Hutchens. Joe was a man of many trades and skills. Funeral Services will be Saturday, August 20, 2016 at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Marys Cemetery Philothea.

CHEADLE, Ona Cheadle (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1658094) Ona Cheadle, age 89, of Ansonia, died on Friday, September 18, 2015 at her home. She was born September 9, 1926 in Morehead, KY to the late John & Georgeann (Skaggs) Brown. On November 1, 1946, she married Robert N. Cheadle and he died November 10, 1994. She is survived by children, Dennis & Karen Cheadle, Mary & Bud Coppock all of Greenville, Sharon Hutchens, Robert Jr & Julie Cheadle, Joseph Cheadle, John Cheadle and James Cheadle all of Ansonia, and Michelle & Michael Duffield of Troy, a son-in-law Stanley Richards of Ansonia, 24 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren, and 8 great-great grandchildren. She is also preceded in death by sons Danny & Patrick, a daughter Patricia Richards, a son-in-law James Hutchens, 2 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, sisters, Lucy, Nellie, and Stellie, and brothers Amos, Brine, Sherman, Leslie Brown, and Bill, she was the last surviving member of her family. She was a member of Greenville Baptist Church, was a resident of Ansonia for 45 years and was a blessing to all who knew her. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Marys Cemetery Philothea. Memorials may be made to Greenville Baptist Temple, Greenville, OH or because of her love of children; Children's Medical Center.

CHESSER, James D. Chesser (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 26 August 2015) James D. "Jim" Chesser, age 66, of rural Coldwater, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2015, at his residence. Born November 4, 1948 in Celina, he was the son of Francis D. & Mildred L. (Linn) Chesser, who are both deceased. Jim and Virginia E. “Ginny” (Jutte) were married on October 4, 1971, and she survives, along with their 5 children: Kathy (Tony) Hart of Coldwater, Judy (Greg) St. Mary of Perrysburg, Dixie (Matt) Pohlman of Ft. Recovery, Gregg Chesser and Ben (Danelle) Chesser, all of Celina; 11 grandchildren with whom he loved spending time on the farm: Cody, Shelby, Derek and Mandi Hart, Ellen & Abby St. Mary, Liberty, Russell, Charity and Branston Pohlman and Aubree Chesser; 3 sisters: Suzie Chesser and Sally (Gil) Parrish, all of Dayton, Linda Glascock of Cincinnati and Jack (Karen) Chesser of Denver, CO and his in-laws, Nicholas ( Debbie ) Jutte of Montezuma, and Gloria (William) Rogers of Coldwater. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Luke David Chesser, his mother and father-in-law, Joseph & Alfrieda Jutte. A lifelong dairy farmer, Jim established Chesser Dairy LLC along with his sons. He had served as Chairman of the Board of The Peoples Bank, and had also worked at the former New Idea Plant, both in Coldwater. Jim was a graduate of Coldwater High School, had served in the U.S. Army and was a former Advisor of the Washington Winners 4-H Club. He was an avid card player. His favorite part of farming was operating the combine harvesting crops. A Celebration of Jim's Life will be Sunday, August 30th at the Coldwater VFW, 3720 State Route 118, Coldwater, Ohio.

CHICK, James Roger Chick (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 August 2015) James Roger Chick, age 76, of Ohio City and Sun City Center, FL, died Thursday, Aug. 13, 2015, at the Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus. He was born on March 19, 1939, in Adolphus, KY, to the late Samuel Earl and Reba Dell (Miller) Chick. On June 16, 1963, he married the former Janet Tickle, who survives. Other family members include his daughter Cara (Scott) Bollenbacher of Celina; 2 grandchildren Grant James and Cali Mae Bollenbacher; 1 sister Karen (Mike) Bell of Bellefontaine; 1 brother-in-law Larry (Sally) Tickle of Ohio City, and several nieces and nephews. Jim graduated from Indian Lake High School in 1957 and received his bachelor of science in business from Bowling Green State University in 1962. He received his masters of Science and education from St. Francis College in Fort Wayne. He had worked for Central Insurance Company in Van Wert, Gulf Oil Corporation in Evansville, IN, then taught at St. Francis and International Business College in Fort Wayne. He then worked for Blue Cross in Lima and retired in 2005 from Joint Township District Memorial Hospital after 23 years with 20 years as the president and CEO. He had received the Distinguished Service Award from the Ohio Hospital Association in 2005. He was a member of the Association for Hospitals and Health Systems, past president of the Western Ohio Hospital Council, past member of the board of trustees of West Central Ohio Health Systems Agency, former member of the Small and Rural Hospital Committee of the Ohio Hospital Association, Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and past speaker at the Ohio Hospital Association Convention. He was Past Master of Eureka Lodge 592, of Ohio City, Past Patron of Hyler Chapter 432, Ohio City, and former member of the St. Marys Rotary Club. Jim was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing golf in Florida and spending time with his grandchildren, especially watching all of their ball games. There will be a celebration of Jim's life Thursday at the Hickory Sticks Golf Club south of Van Wert. Preferred memorials are to the Joint Township District Hospital Foundation, 200 St. Clair St., St. Marys, OH, 45885.

CHILCOAT, Beverly L. Chilcoat (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Beverly L. Chilcoat, 74, of 10702 Mercer-Auglaize Co. Line Road in St. Marys, OH died Friday November 6, 2009 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, OH. She was born Beverly Louise Arndts August 7, 1935 in Dayton, OH. She married Rafe Chilcoat, Sr. who preceded her in death. Survivors include 2 daughters, Darlene Chilcoat of St. Marys, OH; Lorie (Greg) Meece of Peoria, AZ; 1 son, Charles (Regina) Chilcoat of St. Marys, OH; 2 step-sons, Rafe Chilcoat, Jr.; Randy Chilcoat both of St. Marys, OH; 9 grandchildren; 7 step-grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Orville and Helen (Mustard) Yaney; husband, Rafe Chilcoat, Sr.; son, Paul Chilcoat; step-siblings: Robert, Jerry, Orville & Mary Yaney. She was a 1953 Graduate of Celina Sr. High School. She was a homemaker, who also had worked at Fisher Cheese Co. in Wapakoneta, the former pickle factory in Celina and on a dairy farm near Buckland. She was a member of Eagles Lodge #767 auxiliary, in St. Marys. She was an avid reader, enjoyed painting and drawing, and raised and showed Great Dane dogs. Services are scheduled for Tuesday November 10, 2009 at Miller Funeral Home & Cremation Service 1605 Celina Road in St. Marys. Private family burial will take place at the Swamp College Cemetery, in rural Celina.

CHILCOAT, Johnny T. Chilcoat (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Wapakoneta, OH resident Johnny T. Chilcoat, 39, of 1505 East Crossroad, Grantsburg, IL died unexpectedly January 17, 2001 at his home. He was born April 24, 1971 in St. Marys, OH, the son of Lowell Thomas and Barbara A. (Orwig) Chilcoat. He was married to April (Holly) Chilcoat, who survives. He is survived by 1 daughter, Amber Lynn Holly, Paducah, KY; 2 sons, John T. Chilcoat II, of Wapakoneta, OH; Andrew Shedain of Wapakoneta, OH; 2 sisters, Ginger (Harold) Nalley, of Grantsburg, IL; Minnie Clevenger, of Wapakoneta, OH; and 1 brother, Lowell (Terri) Chilcoat, of Wapakoneta, OH; He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Benny Chilcoat; sister, Beverly Kelly; and brother, Otis Chilcoat. Mr. Chilcoat had attended Wapakoneta High School in Wapakoneta, OH. Prior to his becoming disabled, he had been employed as a roofer in the construction industry. He loved spending time with his daughter and was a big fan of Rampage Professional Wrestling. Services for Mr. Chilcoat will be Saturday January 29, 2001 at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys. Private burial will take place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

CHILCOAT, Otis B. Chilcoat (Abstracted from the Van Wert Times, Dec 21, 1971) ST. MARYS - Otis B. Chilcoat, age 84, of St. Marys, died in Veterans Administration Hospital in Dayton, where he was admitted on Dec. 7. He had been in ill health for the past three years. Born Dec. 3, 1887 in Decatur, IN, he was a son of George and Liza Jane (Bannon) Chilcoat. Mr. Chilcoat was an employee of St. Marys Foundry until his retirement in 1953. He served with the U. S. Army during World War I. He was preceded in death by his first two wives, Lew Hubble and Minnie Heath. Survivors include his widow, Edith Shinaberry whom he married Sept. 14, 1953; five sons, Charles, Ernest and Homer, all of St Marys, Rafe of Buckland and Lowell of Wapakoneta: two daughters. Mrs. Vernon (Betty) Stolzenburg of Wapakoneta, Mrs. Glen (Blanch) Muter of Montezuma; three step-children Donald I. Rogers and Harvey Russell, both of St. Marys and Mrs. Don (Dorothy) Schneider of New Bremen; 47 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be in the Yoder-Long and Folk Funeral Home in St Marys. Burial will be in Resthaven Memory Gardens, St. Marys.

CHILCOAT, Otis R. Chilcoat (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Otis R. Chilcoat, 40, formerly of Van Wert and Wapakoneta, OH, died Thursday October 2, 2008 in the emergency department of Western Baptist Hospital in Paducah, KY. He sustained fatal injuries when the all-terrain vehicle he was driving struck a tree. He was born June 17, 1967 in St. Marys, OH to Lowell Thomas & Barbara A. (Orwig) Chilcoat. He is survived by his widow, Jennifer (Kampf) Chilcoat of Paducah, KY; 4 sons, Josh Chilcoat; Jonathon Chilcoat; Justin Chilcoat; Jacob Chilcoat all four of Van Wert, OH; 2 sisters, Ginger (Harold) Nalley of Paducah, KY; Minnie Clevenger of Wapakoneta, OH; 2 brothers, Lowell Thomas (Cindy) Chilcoat, Jr. of Wapakoneta, OH; and Johnny Chilcoat of Paducah, KY. He was preceded in death by his: parents, a brother Benny Chilcoat, and a sister Beverly Kelly. He attended Wapakoneta Schools. He worked as a general laborer. He enjoyed driving his all-terrain vehicle and being in the great outdoors. Services are scheduled Wednesday October 8, 2008 at the Miller - Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High Street) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery, in St. Marys.

CHILES, George Chiles (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 September 2019) George D. Chiles, Jr., age 91, of St. Marys, died Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019 at his residence. He was born June 11, 1928 in St. Marys, to George D. and Daisy Alberta (Bridgman) Chiles, Sr. On Nov. 18, 1950 at Richmond, IN, he married Harriet E. Hunsaker-Wynn, who died May 12, 2016. Survivors include: seven daughters Sharon (David) Mautz of Maplewood, Susan (Don) Nuss of St. Marys, Beverly McGue of Cridersville, Barbara Davis of St. Marys, Kim (Alan) Esmonde of St. Marys, Phyllis Robinson of Lima and Kristina (Steve) Morris of Cridersville as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great- great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by: son-in-laws Harry McGue and John Davis; sisters Mable Chiles, Nellie Mae Schroerlucke, Lillie Drummond, LaVera Davenport, Ethel Pence, Opal Ziegler, Margaret Leugers and Beverly Chiles and brothers Vernon Chiles, Alva Chiles, Floyd Chiles, Nolan Chiles, Leo Chiles and Norman Chiles. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. George proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He retired from the Baumfolder Corp. in Sidney, where he worked as a press operator and truck driver. He was a member of Grace Missionary Church in Celina. His favorite pastimes include church activities and spending time with his large extended family. Funeral services are at Grace Missionary Church 510 Portland St. in Celina. Military funeral honors will be presented following the services. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys is entrusted with the arrangements.

CHILES, Harriet Evelyn Chiles (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 12 May 2016) Harriet Evelyn “Evie” Chiles, age 87, of 136 S. Beech Street in St. Marys, OH died Thursday May 12, 2016 at her residence. She was born August 31, 1928 in Montezuma, OH to John J. and Nevilla E. (Apgar) Hunsaker. On November 18, 1950 at Richmond, IN she married George D. Chiles, Jr., who survives. They were married for 65 years. She is also survived by 7 daughters Sharon (David) Mautz of Maplewood, OH; Susan (Don) Nuss; Beverly (Harry) McGue; Kim (Alan) Esmonde all three of St. Marys, OH; Barbara (John) Davis of Celina, OH; Phyllis Robinson of Lima, OH; Kristina (Steve) Morris of Cridersville, OH; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; 4 sisters, Rosemary (Warren) Moser; Helen (Ken) Eckhart both of Celina, OH; Wanda (Clyde) Miller of New Bremen, OH; Juanita (Lewis) Dalrymple of Columbus, OH; 1 brother-in-law Kenneth Sawmiller of Spencerville, OH; 1 sister-in-law Helen Hunsaker of Celina, OH; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: parents John and Nevillia Hunsaker; grandson Douglas Nuss; sister Nellie Hamilton; sister Mary Sawmiller; sister June Clutter; brother Harold Eugene Hunsaker and brother John Hunsaker, Jr. She was a homemaker and a member of Grace Missionary Church in Celina, OH. Her favorite pastimes included reading and spending time with her family. Rites are scheduled Monday May 23, 2016 at Grace Missionary Church 510 Portland Street in Celina, OH. Burial will take place at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys, OH. Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family, in lieu of flowers.

CHILES, Jocelyn J. Chiles (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 22 February 2011) Jocelyn J. Chiles, age 84, of Hamilton, died Friday, Feb. 18, 2011, at Hospice of Hamilton. She was born on June 19, 1926, in Auglaize County, the daughter of Sylvanus and Agnes (Opperman) Wagner, and they preceded her in death. On June 19, 1946, she married Floyd Chiles in St. Marys, and he survives. She is also survived by her son, Todhunter J. (Lisa) Chiles of Hamilton; her sister, Mary Lou Pape of Yorba Linda, CA; four grandchildren, Todhunter Chiles Jr. of Kansas City, MO, Phillip Chiles and Cassandra Chiles, both of Hamilton and Jessica Stiegerwald of Alameda, CA. She was also preceded in death by her two daughters, Letitia and Tonja Chiles. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Weigel Funeral Home in Hamilton is in charge of arrangements.

CHILES, Leo E. Chiles (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 August 2014) Leo E. Chiles, age 86, of Wapakoneta, died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2014, at Otterbein-Cridersville. He was born on Nov. 28, 1927, in St. Marys, the son of Roger L. and Bessie (Parke) Chiles, who preceded him in death. On Feb. 24, 1951, he married Mary Lou Walker, and she died on July 15, 1996. Survivors include two children, Cristine Chiles Shafer of St. Louis, MO; Craig W. (Kris) Chiles of Wapakoneta; five grandchildren, Chiles Jason (Shelah) Shafer, Jessica (Bartrum) Snyder, Ashleigh Chiles, Abigail Chiles and Adam Chiles and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Leroy Chiles, and two sisters, Betty Dearbaugh and Millicent Boltz. Leo retired after 38 years of service as an insurance salesman, first with Prudential and later with Roser Inc., Wapakoneta. He was a member of First English Lutheran Church, Wapakoneta, where he had served on church council and was instrumental in starting the usher program. He was past president and chaplain of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie 691 in Wapakoneta. Leo also served during World War II in the U.S. Army. In his younger years, he coached Little League baseball and was a Cub Scout leader. Memorial services will be Friday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501. Burial of his cremated remains will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta, where military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta V.F.W., Post 8445. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

CHILES, Margaret M. Schultz Chiles (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 21 August 2017) Margaret M. Chiles, age 90, formerly of 00413 State Route 33 West, Saint Marys, died Monday, August 21, 2017, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. She was born June 21, 1927, in Saint Marys, the daughter of Emil and Nellie (Vogel) Schultz. She married Merril W. Chiles on July 10, 1948, at Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys, and he preceded her in death on March 24, 1998. She is survived by her children: Kathleen (Doug) French of Carrollton, OH; Jerry (Brenda) Chiles of Knox, IN; Dennis (Trena) Chiles of Saint Marys; her eight grandchildren: Jason (Bethany) Frampton; Caroline (Andrew) Tuesday; Derek Chiles; Cameron Chiles; Adam (Kacie) Chiles; Brad (Abbi) Chiles; Christopher Chiles; Drew (Britany) Chiles and her nine great-grandchildren. She is survived by her siblings: Esther (Charles) Bush of Tustin, CA; Lowell (Ann) Schultz of Irving, TX; and by a sister-in-law, Evelyn Schultz of Moulton. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers: Elmer Schultz and Ralph Schultz; and a sister-in-law, Grace Schultz. Margaret was a 1945 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She had worked at the Saint Marys Blanket Factory, and later, as a meat cutter at IGA. She was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church in Saint Marys. Margaret enjoyed quilting and gardening. Funeral rites will be Friday, August 25, 2017, at the Wayne Street United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given to the Auglaize County Council on Aging.

CHILES, Mary L. Chiles (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 November 2009) Mary L. Chiles, age 82, of Wapakoneta, formerly of Celina, died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at The Gardens, Wapakoneta. She was born Jan. 19, 1927, in Auglaize County, a daughter of Lloyd and Esther (Badertscher) Longworth, who preceded her in death. On Sept. 5, 1948, she married Carl B. Chiles, and he died Dec. 2, 2004. She is survived by two brothers, James Longworth, Robert Longsworth, both of Wapakoneta, a sister, Alice (Kenneth) Lynn, of Monticello, KY, a sister-in-law, Naomi Longsworth, St. Marys, 11 nieces and nephews, Larry (Janice) Longsworth, Dennis (Gayla) Longsworth, Gary (Paula) Longsworth, Becky (Randy) Stolzenburg, Donald (Doreen) Longworth, Diana (Ronald) Thomas, Julie Grubb, Brian (Sally) Longworth, Randy Longsworth, Jeff Longsworth, and Nancy Mayhugh. She was preceded in death by a brother, Lester Longsworth; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Betty Longworth, Bernice Longsworth, and Betty (Doyle) Mayhugh. A homemaker, Mrs. Chiles retired April 1, 1988, from the State of Ohio Department of Natural Resources. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Moulton. Funeral services will be Wednesday, at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church or St. Rita's Hospice.

CHILES, Norman L. Chiles (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 12 June 2015) Norman L. Chiles, age 80, of 7 Notheana Drive in St. Marys, OH died Friday June 12, 2015 at St. Marys Living Center. He was born April 13, 1935 in St. Marys, OH to George and Daisy (Bridgeman) Chiles, Sr. On May 26, 2000 in Las Vegas, NV he married Sandra A. Sheets, who survives. He is also survived by 3 sons, Gene (Karen) Chiles of Suffolk, VA; Jerome Chiles of St. Marys, OH; Johnny (Terri) Chiles of Sidney, OH; 1 step-daughter, Shannon Venrick of Springfield, OH; numerous grandchildren, great- grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Floyd Chiles of Hamilton, OH; and George (Evelyn) Chiles, Jr. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Daisy Chiles, Sr.; former wife, Janice Vogan; three brothers, Vernon Chiles; Leo Chiles; Nolan Chiles; eight sisters, Nellie Schrolucke; LaVera Davenport; Lillie Drummond; Margaret Leugers; Opal Ziegler; Ethel Pence; Beverly Chiles; Mabel Chiles, and two unnamed infant brothers. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1954) and attended Miami University in Oxford, OH. Mr. Chiles retired from Iron Workers Local #290 in Dayton, OH. Through the years, he worked on many industrial projects in the construction of many large buildings in the Miami Valley. Following retirement, he moved from Troy, OH to his home at Grand Lake St. Marys. He was a member of Franklin Lodge # 14 Free & Accepted Masons in Troy, OH and Ancient and Accepted Order of Mystic Shrine in Dayton, OH. His favorite pastimes included watching football, fishing and riding on his pontoon boat. Rites are scheduled to be Monday June 15, 2015 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, in St. Marys.

CHILES, Tonja Jane Chiles (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 February 2009) Tonja Jane Chiles of Leslie, GA, age 58, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, at Phoebe-Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA. She was born in Auglaize County, a daughter of Floyd Garfield and Jocelyn Jane Wagner Chiles and they survive in Warrenton, OR. She is also survived by a brother, and his wife, Tod (Lisa) Chiles of Hamilton; a sister and her husband, Leticia (John) Steigerwald of Gig Harbor, WA; two nieces, Jessica Steigerwald and Cassandra Chiles; two nephews, Tod Chiles Jr., and Phillip Raymond Chiles; and a host of other relatives. She was employed at Crisp Regional Hospital as a medical technologist and was a member of the Lutheran faith. She was an avid dog lover and was a member of the Doberman Pinscher Club of America. A memorial service will be Saturday, in the chapel of Rainey Family Funeral Service of Cordele, GA.

CHIRCO, Anna Chirco (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Anna Chirco, 75, formerly of 277 Koenig Road, Saint Marys, Ohio, died February 4, 2008, at the Cridersville Nursing Home. She was born March 31, 1932, in Hamilton, Ohio, the daughter of Corbin and Mamie (King) Schell. She married Joseph Chirco on July 6, 1953, in Sicily, Italy and he died December 15, 1983. She is survived by one daughter, Dolly Chirco of Celina; by three granddaughters: Heather and Amber Schrolucke of Chicago and Kristina (Bill) Eleyet of Bellefontaine; by a grandson, David (Kelly) Simms, currently serving in the US Army; two great-grandsons, Brad and Alex Simms. She is survived by one brother, Don (Retha) Schell of Saint Marys. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Anna was a 1950 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She had assisted in the operation of Schell’s Landing for many years. She loved all kinds of animals and was an avid reader. She also enjoyed watching movies. She was a member of the Lima Seventh Day Adventist Church. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 11, 2008, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys.

CHITTUM, Richard Chittum (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Richard “Dick” Chittum, 66, 906 Hawthorne Drive, St. Marys, OH died Friday March 23, 2007 at the St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, OH. He was born April 4, 1940 in Dayton, OH to James & Ruth (Frey) Chittum. On August 27, 1966 he married Barbara L. McVey, who survives. He is also survived by a son, Roger (Stephanie) Chittum of Hebron, OH; one granddaughter, Katherine Chittum of Hebron, OH; two sisters, Patricia (Mac) McDivitt of Beavercreek, OH and Nancy (Charles) Allen of Vandalia, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents. Dick was a 1958 graduate of Belmont High School in Dayton, OH and received his Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University. He worked for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for 30 years, retiring as manager of the St. Marys Fish Hatchery. He was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping and boating. He was also an ardent supporter of The Ohio State University Buckeyes. He was a devoted husband who loved his family. Mass of Christian Burial is Tuesday March 27, 2007 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 511 E. Spring Street in St.Marys. Burial will follow at the Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to the “Friends of Holy Rosary.”

CHRISMAN, Gerald Lee Chrisman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420700) Gerald Lee "Buggs" Chrisman, age 85, of 4579 St. Rte. 29 in Celina, Ohio passed away Wednesday July 30, 2014 at his residence with his family. He was born on Aug. 18, 1928 in Celina, Ohio to the late Ercel & Mary (Kincaid) Chrisman-Humbert. On Dec. 21, 1965 he married Faye Wilson, who survives. Also surviving are his four sons & daughters-in-law, Joe & Bev Westerfield of Marysville, Jerry & Sarita Westerfield of Elizabethtown, KY, Mike & Sandy Chrisman of Celina, Gary Chrisman of Michigan, four daughters & sons-in-law Diane & John Kochert of Celina, Patty & Ken Alberino of Cleveland, Anita & Tye Spengler of Celina, Candy Snyder of Troy, 24 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Tim Chrisman, brothers Junior Chrisman, Dale Chrisman, Bill Chrisman and Gene Chrisman. Buggs attended Celina High School. He owned and operated South Side Body Shop in Celina. He was a member of the Celina Eagles, Celina Moose Lodge, the Celina American Legion Post #210 and the Celina V.F.W. Post #5713. Buggs enjoyed watching NASCAR Racing and watching Races at Eldora Speedway. Funeral services will be Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014 at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Rita's Hospice.

CHRISMAN, Timothy J. Chrisman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Timothy J. Chrisman, 54, of 704 Devonshire Drive in Celina, OH died Tuesday April 9, 2013 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was born September 12, 1958 in Celina, OH to Gerald and Virginia (Rupert) Chrisman. He is survived by his father and step- mother, Gerald (Faye) Chrisman of Celina, OH; 3 sisters, Candise Snyder of Troy, OH; Diane (John) Kochert of Celina, OH; Holly Ann Waltz of Portland, IN; 1 brother, Gerald "Gary" Chrisman of Jenison, MI; 1 half-brother, Mike (Sandy) Chrisman of Montezuma, OH; 1 half-sister, Anita (Tye) Spangler of Celina, OH; several nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Chrisman-Carter. He was a 1977 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. He had worked for Southside Body Shop in Celina for many years. His favorite pastimes include cooking and baking, walking and watching professional wrestling. Rites are scheduled to be Saturday April 13, 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.

CHRISS, Henry C. Chriss (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 July 2009) Henry C. "TUT" Chriss, age 88, formerly of Warminster, PA, and a resident of the Otterbein of St. Marys, died Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at Otterbein. He was born April 7, 1921, a son to William and Leona (Carl) Chriss in Armstrong Grove, Iowa. On Nov. 16, 1946, he married Marcia Delores Noll, who died May 23, 2004. He is survived by his children, William H. (Carol) Chriss of Holmdale, NJ, Barbra (David) Demetro of Griffin, GA, and Beverly (Chris) Killian of New Bremen; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; his siblings Daniel (Shirley) Chriss of Katy, TX, M. Dean (Oleta) Chriss of Round Rock, TA, James (Joyce) Chriss, of Katy, TX, Carol Lauman of St. Johnsbury, TX, and Roland (Gwen) Chriss of Anaheim, CA. He is preceded in death by his siblings Collen Dillender, William H. Chriss, Mary Eunice Gelb and a brother in infancy. Mr. Chriss served in the U. S. Navy during World War II from 1942 until 1946. He was a member of the Nativity of our Lord Catholic Church in Warminster, PA and the Hartsford Fire Company of Hartsville, PA. Henry was a 1939 graduate of Newton High School in Newton, Iowa. In 1986, Henry retired from his career in sales and also from the Upper Moreland School System in Willow Grove, PA. Funeral services will be Monday, at the St. Cyril Catholic Church in Jamison, PA. Burial will be held in the Hillside Cemetery, in Roslyn. Memorial contributions may be made to the Otterbein of St. Marys, or to the State of the Heart Home Hospice. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen handled the local arrangements.

CHRISTIAN, David Christian Sr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 April 2018) Pastor David "Nick" Christian, Sr., age 73, of 301 South Beech Street, St. Marys, died Sunday, April 15, 2018, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Oct. 16, 1944, in Ethel, WV, the son of Charles and Georgia (Whitt) Christian, Sr. He married Phyllis Slone on Aug. 6, 1964, in Wapakoneta, and she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his children: David Christian, Jr. of St. Marys; Shelia (James) Tackett of St. Marys; Johnny (Rochelle) Christian of St. Marys; Melissa (Tim) Whited of St. Marys; Juanita (Berkley) Spillman, Sr. of Sharpsburg, KY; Billy (Nicole) Christian of St. Marys; 24 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Dwight Christian of Tampa, FL, and Chester Christian of Tampa, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Juanita Christian; and brothers, Harold Christian, Charles Christian and Franklin Christian. Nick graduated from Blume High School in Wapakoneta. He retired from Gartland-Hazwell Foundry in Sidney. He was a member of the Shekinah Temple in St. Marys. He loved camping, and taught his kids how to hunt and fish. He was a big fan of the St. Marys Roughriders. He enjoyed growing flowers and his greatest love was playing guitar, piano and accordion, witnessing for the Lord. Funeral rites will be Wednesday at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens.

CHRISTIAN, Jeffrey L. Christian (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 28 May 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Jeffrey L. Christian, age 35, of Spencerville, OH died Thursday May 28, 2020 at his residence. He was born October 23, 1984 in St. Marys, OH to David and Kathy (Wagner) Christian, Jr. Survivors include 3 sons Alex Christian of Coshocton, OH; Riley Johnson of Denton, TX; Kayden Christian of Wapakoneta, OH; 1 daughter Destinee Christian of Coshocton, OH; his father David Christian, Jr. of St. Marys, OH; his mother Kathy Wagner of Spencerville, OH; 1 sister Nikki (Matthew) Griswold of Celina, OH; paternal grandmother Phyllis Christian of St. Marys, OH; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and a former wife. Preceded in death by: paternal grandfather David Christian, Sr.; maternal grandparents James and Ruth Wagner. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 2003). He had worked as a handy-man. His favorite pastimes included listening to music and dancing. Rites are scheduled at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to his family.

CHRISTIAN, Maxine L. Christian (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 March 2019) Maxine L. "Max" Christian, age 67, of Wapakoneta, died Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at Lima Memorial Health System. She was born Nov. 15, 1951, in Lima, the daughter of Homer and Edwina (Cluney) Sweigart, who preceded her in death. On April 16, 1982, she married Robert W. Christian, and he survives. Other survivors include, four sons Brian Koeper of St. Marys, Chris Koeper of Grove City, Bill Koeper and Ryan (Sondra) Christian of Lima; grandchildren, Brandon, Summer, Dalton, Nichole, Jacob, Emiley and Tyler; a great-granddaughter, Emmalyn; a sister, Becky (John) Jordan, Wapakoneta; a brother, John (Ruth) Sweigart, Wapakoneta; brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law, James (Vicky) Christian of Lima, Charlie Christian of Hilliard, Marcella (Larry) Smith of Tampa, FL, Wilma Higginbotham of Wapakoneta and Marissa (Doug) Baldwin of Myrtle Beach, SC. In addition to her parents, Max was preceded in death by her daughter, Kimberly K. Christian. Max worked at Holloway Sportswear in Jackson Center, and the Brunswick Coffee Shop in Wapakoneta. She was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Wapakoneta, and a 1970 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. Her hobbies included camping, bowling and spending time with her grandchildren and great-granddaughter. A memorial service will be at the Calvary Christian Fellowship, 302 W. High St., St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements are being conducted by the Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, Wapakoneta.

CHRISTIAN, Tyler M. Christian (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 September 2010) Tyler M. Christian, age 19, 113 Orchard Ave., Celina, died Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. He was born Dec. 13, 1990, in St. Marys, a son to Randy D. and Tricia A. (Lange) Christian and they survive in Celina. He is survived by his grandparents, Vernon and Katie Lange of St. Henry, Bob Christian of Mendon; two brothers and three nieces. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Jean Christian. Funeral services will be Sunday at the Lehman- Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina.

CHRISTMAN, C. Stuart Christman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 1 July 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Clifton Stuart “Stu” Christman, affectionately known as “G” to so many, age 79, passed away peacefully in St. Petersburg, FL on July 1, 2020, after a brief illness. He was born on January 9, 1941, in Pinto, MD, to Clifton and Ruth (Bolyard) Christman who preceded him in death. On July 8, 1961, he married his high school sweetheart, Gwendolyn Rogers, who preceded him in death. On April 17, 2010, he was blessed to marry Linda Bowman Stevens, who resides at their home in Pinellas Park, FL. His two children, son, James (Susan) Christman and daughter, Judith (Christopher) Falk both reside in St. Marys. The joys of his life were his grandchildren: Courtney of Ft. Wayne, IN, Caleigh Christman, Ashleigh Falk and Nathan Falk, all of St. Marys. He leaves behind a large extended family with many aunts, uncles and cousins and brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Carrie Bowman. He was preceded in death by his parents, his grandparents, Raymond and Alta (Teets) Bolyard and Harvey and Ora (Breedlove) Christman, his in-laws, Noah James and Maxine Rogers and Joe and Fran Stevens, and numerous extended family members. Prior to moving to Ohio, Stuart lived in Cumberland, MD where he attended school. He retained fond memories and life-long friendships from those early years. Stuart graduated from Lima Bath High School in 1959 where he played football, basketball and baseball. He was President of his senior class and Co-Captain of the football team. He went on to earn his undergraduate degree from Kent State University and his Master of Education from Wright State University. He became a teacher for St. Marys Memorial High School in 1965, teaching many subjects throughout his career spanning over 40 years. He was fortunate to be able to coach Jr. High Girls Basketball and High School Volleyball. He was affectionately known to his family and friends as the Home Field Voice of the Roughriders as he announced for all home Roughrider football games for 40 years as well as many years announcing for the home boys’ basketball program. Before becoming a Drivers Ed instructor for MHS, he worked many summers doing road construction for B & G of Sidney, Ohio, and was formerly employed by Ford Motor Company in his early years. Stuart was involved with the local community youth sports programs where he was a long-time coach for the midget football program as well as little league teams. After retiring, he was able to help coach his grandchildren’s sports teams in basketball and softball. He loved the game of softball and spent many summer evenings and weekends traveling around the area playing in men’s softball leagues and joining his children’s co-ed softball teams for many seasons later in life. He enjoyed supporting his children and grandchildren’s activities and volunteered his time for church and community events. After retiring and moving to Florida, he was able to enjoy traveling, playing poker and pinochle regularly, volunteering tirelessly for his community’s club activities, was a member of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club and Mainlands Community Men’s Club, and he greatly enjoyed his time golfing and bowling in leagues weekly. Due to the Covid health situation, private services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Christman-Falk-Heitkamp Scholarship Fund, payable to the “St. Marys Community Foundation” with “Stuart Christman” in the memo field, 146 E. Spring Street, St. Marys, OH 45885.

CHRISTMAN, Gwendolyn Christman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Gwendolyn "Gwen" Christman, age 66, 1016 E. Spring St., St. Marys, died Dec. 23, 2006, at Lima Memorial Hospital, following a sudden illness. She was born Nov. 1, 1940, in Rockwood, TN, to Noah James and Helen Cagle Rogers, who are deceased. On July 8, 1961, she married C. Stuart Christman, who survives. Also surviving are 1 son, James (Susan), of St. Marys; 1 daughter, Judy (Chris) Falk, of St. Marys; and 4 grandchildren. She was employed at St. Marys City Schools as an assistant librarian. A 1959 graduate of Bath High School, Lima, she was a member of Guiding Mothers Ohio Child Conservation League and served as a past president for the United Way, both in St. Marys. Services are Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Ohio 703 West Chapel, St. Marys. Burial is at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to the Cancer Association of Auglaize County.

CHRISTOPHER, Candace Christopher (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2149684) Candace Christopher, age 71, of Coldwater (formerly of Dayton), passed away on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital in Coldwater. She was born November 1, 1947 to the late Neal B. & Elnore (Adams) Jenkins. She is survived by a son, Lee Christopher of Cincinnati; a daughter Kelly & Randy Young of Zionsville, IN; grandchildren Ethan & Elliott Young; a sister Chris & Mark Knapke of Coldwater. Candace graduated from Coldwater High School in 1965 and Sinclair College in Dayton. She worked for Chrysler Credit Corp for 35 years and she belonged to the Coldwater Legion Auxiliary. Private family services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care.

CHRISTOPHER, Paul L. Christopher (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Paul L. Christopher, 58, 610 Farrington Court, St. Marys, OH, died Friday, March 7, 2008 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima, OH, following a brief illness. He was born August 7, 1949 in Celina, OH, the son of Harry and Rose (Weber) Christopher. He married Rebecca Axe on July 8, 1972; she survives at the residence. He is survived by a daughter, Amy (Roger) Rose, of Kettering, OH; sons, Brian (Kelly) Christopher, and Tom (and finance, Jennifer Muhlenkamp) Christopher, both of St. Marys, OH; sisters, Paulette (Mike) Miller, and Cheryl (Ed) Broyles, both of St. Marys, OH; nieces: Chris Broyles, of Wapakoneta, OH; Beth Elston, of Cleves, OH; Lisa Bowman, of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents and a step-father, Fred Barga. Paul was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served on the USS Columbus in the Mediterranean Sea. He was a member of American Legion Post 323 in St. Marys. He was employed at Thieman Stamping Company in New Bremen, OH, where he was a shipping clerk. He was also employed at Ace Hardware in St. Marys. Paul enjoyed boating and nature. He loved helping his children with the building and remodeling of their homes. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys, OH. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, St. Marys, OH. Memorial donations may be directed to Friends of Holy Rosary or Auglaize County Cancer Center.

CHUMLEY, Jane Jung Chumley (Jane was a high school classmate of Elmer at Memorial High in St. Marys, Ohio) 1943-2007 Final resting place Meyers Grove Cemetery, New Tazewell, TN

CHUNNIC, Gladys J. Chunnic (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – July 3, 2012) Gladys J. Chunnic, age 78, has passed away. She married Richard Chunnic, and he preceded her in death. She is survived by her sons, Richard Jr. (Robin), Howard (Chris) and Joseph Allan; 9 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 4 siblings; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by four siblings. A Mass of Christian burial was June 30 at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery in Cleveland.

CIANCIOLO, Rita J. Canciolo (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 3 March 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Rita J. Cianciolo, age 88, of Saint Marys, and formerly of Lakeview, Ohio, died Monday, March 2, 2020, at Otterbein St. Marys Senior Life, Saint Marys, Ohio, where she had lived for the past five years. She was born September 7, 1931, in Sidney, Ohio, the daughter of Robert and Charlotte (Schmitmeyer) Eshman. She married Fred Cianciolo at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sidney in 1952; he preceded her in death in December, 2009. She is survived by her six children: Lori (Craig) Harbert of Villa Hills, KY; Fred (Emily) Cianciolo of Port St. Lucie, FL; Theresa (Mark) Gross of Cincinnati; John Cianciolo of Lima; Rita (Ken) Hilty of Spencerville; David (JoAnn) Cianciolo of Marion, Ohio; 13 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and by a sister, Jane Antrobus of Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her husband. Rita was a graduate of Holy Angels School in Sidney and the Good Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing. She was a Registered Nurse and had worked in every facet of nursing from maternity to geriatric care. She served as Director of Nursing at Roselawn Manor in Spencerville and Lost Creek Care Center, Lima. Rita loved quilting, reading, playing bridge and listening to classical and Broadway music, accompanied by her precious dog Zoey. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. Mass of Christian Burial will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery, Sidney. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home,1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Memorial gifts may be given in lieu of flowers either to Grand Lake Hospice or to Rustic Hope Mission in Russia, Ohio.

CIESINSKI, Dolores H. Ciesinski (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1607935) Dolores H. Ciesinski, age 94, of Celina, died Friday, June 12, 2015 at the Gardens at Celina. She was born October 17, 1920 in Carthagena, to the late Jerome & Mary (Brockman) Steinke. On April 14, 1945, she married Gregory Ciesinski, who is deceased. She is survived by a daughter, Diana & Larry Obringer of Coldwater, a son, Gregory Ciesinski of Celina, four grandchildren, Annette, Corey, Lyndsia and Kurt, seven great-grandchildren, Alexis, Carly, Brody, Maura, Steffi, Kate and Ben and a sister-in- law Mary Ann Steinke of Celina. She is also preceded in death by a son, Nicholas Ciesinski, brothers, Victor Steinke, Al & Emerita Steinke and Bob Steinke, and sisters, Geraldine & Bill Smith and Sally & Pat Teeters. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Celina and the ladies alter rosary sodality. She formerly worked at Courthouse Restaurant, Gibbons Hospital, Goodyear and Huffy’s. Dolores was an avid bingo player and a great cook. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, June 18, 2015 at Immaculate Conception Church, Celina. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Celina. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

CIRA, Francis J. Cira (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 4 October 2017) Francis J. “Frank” Cira, age 58, of Wapakoneta, passed away October 4, 2017. He was born on December 5, 1958, in Lima, to Francis J. & Ethel Coppler Cira Sr., who have preceded him in death. On September 19, 1998, he married Barbara E. Graessle, who survives. Survivors also include their children, Alysha (Ryan) Gross of Wapak, Ashlie (Josh Schoen) Cira of Wapak, Cory (Kylie) Cira of Van Wert, Donny (Alicia) Purdy of Urbana, Janice (John) Goodrich of Wapak, and Sue Schweitzer of Wapak; 17 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; five siblings, Nettie (Ted) Hullinger of Lima, Nancy (Dave) Shepherd of Cridersville, Mary (Tom) Stevens of Lima, Gus (Donna) Cira of Lima, and Nellie Rhodes of Paulding; his father-in-law, Don Graessle of Spencerville; his sister-in-law, Diane (Rusty) Eutsler of Spencerville; and an extended family including nieces and nephews. He was welcomed into Heaven by one grandchild; three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Frances Cira and Carol Ann Cira; and his mother-in-law, Janice Graessle. Frank was a member of the Eagles Aerie 691, Wapakoneta. A true “people person”, Frank was a helper. In the past, he volunteered with the Cridersville Fire Department. More recently, he enjoyed working at The Gardens of Wapakoneta. There he loved to dote on the residents, making sure they had everything they needed. Frank was also a family man. He and his wife enjoyed traveling to different parts of the United States, taking in the sights. Frank was an avid Miami Dolphins and Notre Dame football fan. Another favorite pastime was racing, from Eldora to NASCAR, Frank loved to watch the cars go round. But the top car was always his 1967 Ford Fairlane. Frank will be remembered as a loving husband, dedicated dad, and spoiling grandpa and great-grandpa. A Celebration of Life service will be Saturday, October 7, 2017, at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be made in Frank’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

CISCO, Anita Cisco (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 April 2017) Anita L. Cisco, age 75, of Celina, passed away Friday, April 21, 2017, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. She was born on Dec. 13, 1941, in Lima to the late William and Alma (Brodbeck) Cisco. She is survived by her companion of 50 years, Arnold Fast of Celina, and numerous cousins. She is also preceded in death by two infant brothers. Anita was a 1959 graduate of Celina Senior High School. She retired in 2008 from Reynolds and Reynolds in Celina after 45 years of service. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ in St. Marys. Anita and Arnold bred, raised and raced standard bred horses for 40 years. They raced in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Kentucky. She was a member of the U.S. Trotting Association and the Scioto Downs Sulky Sweeties. She was also a past member of the Mercer County Harness Horsemen's Association. She was an avid genealogist and was a member of the Mercer County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society, First Families of Ohio, First Families of Mercer County, Hamilton County, Butler County and Fayette County. She enjoyed exhibiting flowers and vegetables at the Mercer County Fair, playing cards and was always sending birthday, anniversary and sympathy cards to relatives and friends. Anita was a very special friend to many Amish families. Funeral services will be Wednesday in the Cisco Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will follow at St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery, Wabash. Contributions can be made to St. Paul's United Church of Christ, St. Marys.

CISCO, Edward D. Cisco (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – June 15, 2012) Edward D. Cisco, age 63, of Celina, died Friday, June 15, 2012, at his residence. He was born on June 11, 1949, in Celina, to James Cisco and Dorothy Zeck, and they preceded him in death. On Nov. 17, 1989, he married Karen Evans, and she survives him in Celina. He is also survived by 1 son, Keith Lyme of Celina; 4 daughters, Michelle (Tony) Arnett of Bradford, Shannon (Wayne) Cooper of Celina, Michelle (Matt) Collett of Piqua and Melissa Cisco of Piqua; 2 sisters, Candace (Gerald) Ward of Celina and Susan (Reid) Niemeyer of New Knoxville; and 12 grandchildren. He was a 1967 graduate of Celina High School. He retired from Ford Motor Co. in Lima and was also a retired center township farmer. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church. His memberships included the Celina Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Moose Lodge and Eagles Lodge, and he was a member of the Mercer County Soil and Water Conservation Board. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Vietnam era. Funeral services will be Tuesday at St. John Lutheran Church in Celina. Burial will be held in Resthaven Memory Gardens in St. Marys. Cisco Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

CISCO, Elnora M. Cisco (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 13 October 2015) Elnora M. Cisco, age 89, of St. Marys, died Monday, Oct. 12, 2015, in her home surrounded by her family. She was born on Dec. 11, 1925, in Celina. Norie was a 1943 graduate of Celina Senior High School. On Aug. 22, 1945, she married Robert C. Cisco, and he preceded her on June 30, 2012. She retired from Goodyear after 30 years of service. She was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church. She is survived by her children: Robert L. (Karen) Cisco of Celina; Judy (Roy) McGinnis of St. Marys; Veryl (Denise) Cisco of St. Marys; Sharon (Mike) Miller of Wapakoneta and Dennis (Krista) Cisco of Anna; by her sister Bess Walters of Decatur, IN; by her nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, five step-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her mother, Bertha (Hull) Weyant, her brother James Weyant and her sister Vivan Harmon. She was a devoted wife and loved spending time with her family. Funeral services will be Thursday in the Cisco Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Resthaven Memorial Gardens, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to the Wayne Street United Methodist Church Building Fund and or Community Health Professionals of Celina.

CISCO, Ina Fay Cisco (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 June 2014) Ina Fay Cisco, age 87, of Celina, died on Saturday, June 21, 2014, at her residence of natural causes. She was born on April 9, 1927, in Noble Township, Auglaize County, to parents Milo and Ruth (Potts) Johns, both of whom preceded her in death. She first married Norman Wurster, who preceded her in death. She then married William Cisco, who also preceded her in death. She is survived by one daughter, Rosalee (Michael) Porter of Butler, IN; a stepdaughter, Anita Cisco of Celina; six grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Dana N. Wurster, and two sisters, Enid Holdren and Evelyn Rohrbach. Ina worked for St. Marys Hospital and was a homemaker. Services will take place Wednesday at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens in St. Marys. Contributions may be made to CiscoFuneralHome.com.

CISCO, Peggy Rohrbach Cisco (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 26 July 2016) Peggy Cisco, age 72, of 01677 Noble Road, Saint Marys, Ohio, died Tuesday, July 26, 2016, at her residence. She was born August 1, 1943, in Celina, Ohio, the daughter of Earl and June (Groger) Rohrbach. She married Lynn Cisco on September 23, 1961, at Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys, and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her 4 children: Scott (Jill) Cisco of Saint Marys; Kim (Joe) Cron of Celina; Ty (Tammy) Cisco of Saint Marys; Amy (Jim) Freewalt of Saint Marys; 10 grandchildren: Seth Staughler; Caleb (Kristin) Cisco; Josh (Kayla) Cisco; Adam (Maria) Cron; Joab Cron; Lindi Cisco; Katie Freewalt; Nate Freewalt; Sydney Cisco; Lauren Cisco; and 2 great-grandchildren: Jaylen Powell and Penelope Cisco. She was preceded in death by her parents and by a sister, Darlene Enderud. Peg was a 1961 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She attended Ohio State Beauty Academy. She had taught dance in her private studio, and worked at Huffy Manufacturing in Celina for 18 years. She later worked at Cisco Garden Center in Saint Marys, where she did landscaping and expert garden work. She enjoyed biking, fishing, playing cards, exercising and line dancing. She was very particular about her home and yard, and spent countless hours working to make them beautiful. Peg will be remembered for her friendly, fun loving personality. Funeral rites will be Friday, July 29, 2016, at Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys handled the arrangements, Memorial gifts may be given to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

CISCO, Robert C. Cisco Sr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – July 31, 2012) Robert C. Cisco Sr., age 87, of St. Marys, died Monday, July 30, 2012, surrounded by his family. He was born on Jan. 11, 1925, in Allen County, to O.V. Bud and Mary “Mollie” (Sherer) Cisco, and they preceded him in death. On Aug. 22, 1945, he married Elnora Weyant, and she survives. They were together for almost 67 years. He is also survived by 3 sons, Robert L. (Karen) Cisco of Celina, Veryl (Denise) Cisco of St. Marys and Dennis (Krista) Cisco of Anna; 2 daughters, Judy (Roy) McGinnis of St. Marys and Sharon (Mike) Miller of Wapakoneta; 1 brother-in-law, Dana Piper of Neptune; 1 sister-in-law, Ina Faye Cisco of Celina; 9 grandchildren, Tammy, Melinda, Becki and Rob, Craig and Audra, Matt and Jacqui and Ally; 20 great-grandchildren plus a soon- to-be great-grandchild; and 10 great-stepgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by six brothers, Forrest, Veryl, James, William, Owen “Barney” and Ray Cisco; two sisters, Mary Piper and Ruth Tinnerman; a grandchild, Brian Cisco. Bob retired from Ford Motor Company, Lima, in 1987. He was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church in St. Marys, St. Marys Eagles 767, where he was a past president and trustee, Celina Eagles 1291, Celina Moose and the Celina American Legion Post 210. Bob was a fun-loving person and enjoyed spending time with friends and family. He had many hobbies, which included pitching for the Friendly Tavern softball team, golfing, where he achieved a hole-in-one, bowling, cards and cooking. He also had a great love for all sports, especially baseball. He will be missed by all. Funeral services will be Thursday at Wayne Street United Methodist Church in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Gardens in St. Marys. Cisco Funeral Home of St. Marys, 1175 E. Greenville Road is handling the arrangements. Contributions can be made to the Wayne Street United Methodist Church Building Fund or to the Community Health Professionals of Celina.

CLAFLIN, Treva A. L. Brodbeck Claflin (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 June 2019) Treva Claflin, age 95, of St. Marys, died Friday, May 31, 2019, at Grande Lake Health Center, St. Marys. She was born Jan. 17, 1924, in St. Marys, the daughter of Gerald and Laura (Kettler) Brodbeck. She married Billy A. Claflin on June 24, 1943; he preceded her in death on Oct. 9, 2001. She is survived by her children: Bill (Bonnie) Claflin of Muncie, IN and Trevalee (Mike) Whistler of Union City, IN; grandchildren: Mike Rooney of Seattle, WA, Joe (Renae) Rooney of Muncie, IN, Heather Claflin of Muncie, IN, Mick Whistler of Washington Courthouse; four great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; two sisters: Wilma Heil of St. Marys and Laura Lee (Don) Burger of St. Marys and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband and her siblings: Irma Mesarvey, Esther Cisco, Vernon Brodbeck, Albert Brodbeck, Bernard Brodbeck, Doris Grimm, Beatrice Meyers and Alma Cisco. Treva was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. She was a homemaker, and a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ in St. Marys. She will be remembered for her kindness to others and her great sense of humor. Graveside funeral rites will be at Resthaven Memory Gardens, St. Marys.

CLARK, Betty Jo Rinderle Clark (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1901910) Betty Jo (Rinderle) Clark, age 71, of Montezuma, died Sunday, January 8, 2017 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. She was born April 24, 1945 in Louisville, KY to the late Elmer & Ethel (Niekamp) Rinderle. On April 25, 1964 she married James Clark and he survives in Montezuma. She is also survived by children, Jim Jr. & Shelly Clark of Montezuma, Karen & Matt Drew of Centerville and Mike & Gail Clark of Tipp City; ten grandchildren: Alex, Gage, Taylor, Laura, Ryan, Rebecca, Kristina, Samantha, Owen & Isaac; siblings, Donna Hart of Celina, Elmer Rinderle of St. Henry, Connie Bruggeman of St. Henry, David & Dorothy Rinderle of Celina, Anita & Jim Harting of Minster, Kathy & Craig McDorman of St. Marys, Susan & Jim Donauer of Minster, Dianne & Gary Hart of St. Henry, Jeannie & Tim Giere of St. Henry and Lois Thobe of Coldwater; in-laws, Joseph & Patty Clark of Lakeview, Helen Martin of Columbus, Frank & Brenda Clark of Hammond, LA and Rick & Shawn Clark of Urbana. She is preceded in death by in-laws Ruth Rinderle and Dan Martin. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Montezuma, Christian Mothers of the church and helped with funeral lunches there. She was an active volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, CIS VISTA and Zavala Elementary school in McAllen, Texas. She was a Beautician for 25 years, was a STNA at Briarwood Village in Coldwater and Heritage Manor in Minster and worked at Western Ohio True Value in St. Henry. Betty enjoyed traveling in their RV, fishing, golfing, biking, hiking and other outdoor activities and she loved spending time with her family. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday January 12, 2017 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Burial will follow in Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services.

CLARK, Gary D. Clark (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Gary D. Clark, age 71, of Celina, passed away Monday, February 3, 2014 at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. Born April 29, 1942 in Paintsville, KY, he was the son of the late Melvin & Shirley (Walton) Clark. On July 4, 1997, he married Sheila (Bailey) Mott, who survives in Celina. Also surviving are his sons: Gary Wayne (Terena) Clark of Wabash, IN, David Randall Clark of Paintsville, Michael Clark of Covington, KY, Scotty Clark of Van Wert, Kenneth Reffert of Arkansas, Robert Kirkland of Huntington, IN, Scott Wysong of Wabash, IN, and Robert (Katie) Mott and B.J. (Tasha) Mott, all of Celina, and his daughters: Kim Hendricks of Celina and Kristina (Bob) Lynn of Roann, IN; 2 brothers: Harvey Clark of Columbus, OH and Gordy Clark of Paintsville, 3 sisters: Sharon Fife and Melinda Lemasters both of Flat Gap, KY and Charlene Jackson of Chillicothe, and numerous grandchildren, step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive. Gary was preceded in death by a son: Larry Alan Clark, brothers-in-law: Dean Lemasters and Wilson Fife, and his stepmother: Irene Clark. Gary was known as a "Jack of all Trades". He had been self-employed as a mechanic, truck driver and construction worker, and had also worked as a bartender. Gary enjoyed camping and fishing, and being with his grandchildren. Services will be at the W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina Thursday, February 6th. Memorial Donations may be directed to the family.

CLARK, James W. Clark (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 13 September 2008) James W. "Bill" Clark, age 84 of St. Marys and formerly of Lima, died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, in St. Mary's Living Center. He was born Nov. 13, 1923, in Lima, a son of Elza and Myrtle Leona Pugh Clark. On Aug. 2, 1947, he married Jean Skelly Clark, who preceded him in death Aug. 27, 1996. He is survived by 2 sons, Alan (Ruth Ann) Clark of Lima; William H. Clark of Pittsburgh, PA; 1 daughter, Phyllis Clark of Gainesville, VA; 2 grandsons, Michael D. Clark, Lucas (Natalie) Treichel; 3 great-grandchildren, Jordan Michael Clark, Kylea Ann Clark and Madison Jean Treichel. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Van, Hollis, Bob, and Edgart W. Clark; three sisters, Bertha Clark, Ruby Baker, Zuella Clark. He was a retired pipe-fitter with the Tilton Corporation where he had worked for 37 years. He was a 59 year member of the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 776 of Lima. He was a U. S. Army military police veteran during World War II. He was a life member of the VFW Post 8445 of Wapakoneta and a member of the American Legion Post 323 of St. Mary's. Funeral services will be Sunday, at the Bayliff & Son Funeral Home in Cridersville. Private burial of the cremated remains will be at a later date in Memorial Park Cemetery with military rites, conducted by the American Legion Post 323 of St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to the donor's choice.

CLARK, Jessica Alferio Clark (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 March 2011) Jessica Alferio Clark, age 31, of Roaring Brook Township, PA, died on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, PA, after a courageous battle with cancer. She and her husband, Brian Clark, formerly of St. Marys, were married on July 14, 2007. Born in Scranton, PA, she is the daughter of Matthew and Ann Marie Rudnick Alferio of Roaring Brook Township, PA, and they survive. She is also survived by her sister, Jillian (Jordan) Ferri of Covington Township; her nephew and godson, Jacob Matthew Ferri; several aunts, uncles and cousins; her paternal grandmother, June Serio Alferio of Scranton, PA; her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Mike and Patricia Clark of St. Marys. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Matthew Alferio; her maternal grandparents, Andrew and Marion Mehl Rudnick. Funeral services will be Saturday at August J. Haas Funeral Home Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., Scranton, PA, with Mass in St. Peter's Cathedral. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, 386 Park Ave. South, New York, NY 10016, or to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19111.

CLARK, Joseph Scott Clark (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – July 15, 2011) Joseph Scott “Joe” Clark, age 40, of Spencerville, died on Thursday, July 14, 2011, in Lima. He was born on March 3, 1971, in Lima, the son of Gary R. and Sydney R. (Bowers) Clark. His father preceded him in death, and his mother and stepfather, James M. Lentz, survive him in Newark. He is also survived by a close companion and her son; 2 brothers; and 1 sister. Funeral services will be Sunday at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mercer County Humane Society.

CLARK, Sheila D. Clark (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 6, 2015) Sheila D. Clark, age 58, of Celina, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015 at Kindred Hospital in Lima. She was born on Jan. 23, 1956 in Celina to B.J. and Barbara G. Byrley Bailey, who are both deceased. She married Gary D. Clark on July 4, 1997, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 3, 2014. She is survived by her 2 sons: Robert (Katie) Mott and B.J. (Tasha) Mott, both of Celina, 11 step-children, 1 brother, 2 sisters, 7 grandchildren and numerous step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren. Preceding her in death were a brother, three sisters, a grandson and a step-son Larry Alan Clark. Funeral Services will be Wednesday at W.H. Dick and Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will follow at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to Sheila's family.

CLARK, Shirley Ann Clark (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Shirley Ann Clark, age 69, of 1730 Celina Road #17, St. Marys, OH died Friday, June 29, 2012 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, OH. She was born in Clinton, TN on April 23, 1943, the daughter of Curtis and Crystal (Butcher) Stanley. She is survived by 1 daughter, Crystal Reeder of Jackson Center, OH; 3 sons, James “Henry” Gurney of New Bremen, OH; James Ogles of Dayton, OH; Billy Gurney of Mt. Vernon, IN; 8 grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 1 step-great-great granddaughter; 2 brothers, James (Carolyn) Stanley of Sutton, WV; Curtis Stanley of Middletown, OH; 2 sisters, Polly Roberts of Miamisburg, OH; and Brenda Burton of LaFollette, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Deanna Rogers. She was a homemaker. She was a bartender at Rustic Haven Campgrounds. She liked playing bingo and she loved her family, especially her grandchildren and step-grandchildren. Funeral rites will be held Thursday at Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys, OH. Private burial rites will be held at the convenience of the family.

CLARY, Roderick Clary (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 July 2015) Roderick (Rod) Clary, age 76, of Minster, died Friday, July 10, 2015, at Wilson Health in Sidney. He was born on March 25, 1939, in Bucyrus, the son of the late Irvin E. and Doris L. (Hoover) Clary. He is survived by 1 sister and brother-in-law Barbara Clary (Vic) Reffey of Indianapolis, IN; 1 brother Thomas D. Clary of Redding, CA, and numerous nieces and nephews. Rod attended Sulphur Springs School. He spent most of his life farming in the Sulphur Springs area. Graveside services will be Friday at Oakwood Cemetery in Bucyrus. Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Manor, 24 N. Hamilton St., Minster, OH, 45865.

CLAUSING, Don A. Clausing (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 8 July 2019) Don A. Clausing, age 78, died on June 9, in Phoenix, AZ. He was born near New Knoxville on May 12, 1941 to the late Leonard and Lenora (Hoelscher) Clausing. He is survived by two daughters, Jacque (Rich) Gladu of Winchester, VA and Mandy (Alan) Payne of Escondido, CA; two grandchildren, Kyle Gladu and Megan Payne and a brother, Larry Clausing, of Tiffin. Don had spent his last 28 years in Phoenix. He was a member of Unity Church of Phoenix. There he worked the audio and video equipment for all the services and special events they held. He was responsible for recording, duplicating, cataloging and making ready the tapes and CDs of each event. When he moved to Arizona, Don saw a need to start a local Toastmasters Club. He started the club and has been active through their 25 years since chartering. Last fall he was honored for having been in Toastmasters for 40 years. Don was an avid hiker. He started a monthly hiking group that went on weekends to various trails within 150 miles of Phoenix. These included two hikes that went down the South Rim of the Grand Canyon one day and hiked back up the next. He also had monthly full moon hikes up a mountain outside of Phoenix. A grave site service is planned at Pilger-Ruhe Cemetery in New Knoxville. Memorials may be given to the charity of the donor's choice.

CLAUSING, Judith D. Clausing (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 9, 2015) Judith D. "Judy" Clausing, age 76, of Tiffin, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015, at Volunteers of America Autumnwood Care Center. She was born on Sept. 26, 1938, in Piqua to the late J. Ralph and Dorothy (McKinley) Drake. On Aug. 23, 1959, in Piqua, she married Larry W. Clausing. She is survived by her husband Larry of Tiffin, 1 daughter Barbara (Paul) Bjornstad of Lacrosse, WI, 2 sons, David (Emily) Clausing of Cincinnati and Mark Clausing of Elton, MD, 3 grandchildren, Elizabeth, Rebecca and Jason Clausing and 1 sister, Nancy Stephan of Virginia. Judy was a graduate of Piqua High School and Heidelberg University. Judy loved to craft with her hands and while the kids were young, she made many of their clothes. As they grew up she gave lessons in sewing and knitting at several Tiffin stores. She also worked in the dietary department of Mercy Hospital until her health forced her to retire. Then, she turned to reading, cross-stitch, crochet and knitting during her retirement. She was an active member of Trinity United Church of Christ Tiffin, where she led a weekly knitting group. A memorial service will be Saturday at Trinity United Church of Christ. Burial will be at a later date at Pilger-Ruhe Cemetery in New Knoxville. Hoffmann-Gottfried- Mack Funeral Home and Crematory, 236 S. Washington St., Tiffin, OH 44883 is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Church of Christ.

CLAUSING, Lee D. Clausing (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 18 May 2018) Lee D. Clausing, age 81, of St. Marys, OH died Friday May 18, 2018 at his residence, surrounded by loved ones. He was born March 31, 1937 on the family farm near New Knoxville, OH to Ferd and Marie (Lutterbein) Clausing. On June 28, 1959 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys, OH he married Sandra Engel, who survives. Also survived by 2 daughters Lisa (Jack) Masonbrink; Jennifer (Steve) Ginter both of St. Marys, OH; 5 grandchildren: Adam (Abbey) Masonbrink, Aaron (Kerri) Masonbrink, Andrew Masonbrink, Madison Ginter, Natalie Ginter; 3 great-granddaughters: Addison Masonbrink, Lilly Masonbrink, Anna Masonbrink; 1 sister-in-law Becky (John) Davis of St. Marys, OH; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: parents Ferd and Marie Clausing; an infant child; sister Ruth (Howard) Dickman; brother Vernon (Kay) Clausing. He was a graduate of New Knoxville High School (Class of 1955). A proud veteran, he served his country in the United States Army. Lee first worked at Landmark in New Knoxville. He then worked for Snapper/Lawn Boy Mowers in Greenville, OH where he retired as sales manager. He was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ (Sunday School teacher, trustee and deacon), Eagles Lodge Aerie #767 (Golden Eagle), B.P.O.E (Wapakoneta) and the Tri-County Coin Club. Lee had a “green thumb” and generously shared the produce from his garden with others. He was well-known as a trusted and respected expert in numismatics (coin collecting). His favorite pastimes included eating lunch at the Eagles Lodge and attending any and all family- related activities (especially those involving his grandchildren). Funeral services are scheduled to be Wednesday May 23, 2018 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys. Burial, with graveside military rites, will follow at the Pilger Ruhe Cemetery in New Knoxville. Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to: St. Paul’s UCC, Tri-County Coin Club or Grand Lake Hospice.

CLAUSING, Ruby Arvesta Clausing (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 2 January 2017) Ruby Arvesta Clausing, age 93, formerly of 400 N. Wentz Street in Wapakoneta, OH died Monday January 2, 2017 at St. Marys Living Center. She was born December 23, 1923 in Clay Twp. – Auglaize Co., OH to Gust William and Sophia M. (Wildermuth) Mann. Survivors include 3 sons Dennis (Barb) Clausing of North Olmsted, OH; Larry (Shirley) Clausing and Roger (Linda) Clausing both of St. Marys, OH; 10 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents Gustave and Sophia Mann; husband Noah Clausing and a brother Ronald Mann. She was a graduate of Blume High School in Wapakoneta, OH. She had been employed in the quality control department of Superior Tube Co. in Wapakoneta, OH for 33½ years. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Wapakoneta. Her favorite pastimes included vegetable gardening and cooking. She often tried new recipes, using the fresh produce from her large garden. Private family services will be held, with burial to follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Diabetes Assoc.

CLAUSING, Vernon W. Clausing (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 16, 2013) Pastor Vernon W. Clausing, age 80, passed away on Monday, Jan. 14, 2013. Vernon was a former UCC pastor who is survived by his sons Jon (Han Soon) and Joel (Nadine); and grandchildren Madison, Lauren, Cole, Tenzin, Ashley, Sadie, and Meghan. He is further survived by his sister Ruth (Howard) Dickman; a brother Lee (Sandra) Clausing; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. He is preceded in death by his wife Kay (nee Breisch). A Memorial Service for Vernon will be Saturday, Feb. 2, at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel, 1420 W. Paradise Drive in West Bend. Interment of cremains will take place at Pilger Ruhe Cemetery in New Knoxville.

CLAUSING, Walter G. Clausing (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) The Rev. Walter G. Clausing, 102, formerly of 820 Hillcrest Drive in St. Marys, OH died Saturday July 11, 2009 at the St.Marys Living Center. He was born December 6, 1906 in Auglaize Co., OH to Herman and Matilda (Howe) Clausing. On June 12, 1938 he married Viola F. Haberkamp, who died September 13, 1982. He was preceded in death by: parents, wife, brothers: Noah Clausing, Persis Clausing, Florenz Clausing, Gustave Clausing, Edward Clausing and sisters, Magdalena Schultz and, Lenora Custer. He was a1925 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys. He later entered Mission House College & Seminary, and was subsequently ordained as a minister in 1938. He served numerous churches in several states for the United Church of Christ denomination. Following his retirement from active ministry, he served as minister of visitation for the Wayne Street United Methodist Church in St. Marys. He was a member of the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys and the Emeritus club of Lakeland College in Sheboygan, WI. Services are scheduled Thursday July 16, 2009 at the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St.Marys. Burial will follow at the Pilger Ruhe Cemetery, New Knoxville, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to either: Lakeland College, United Theological Seminary in Brighton, MN or the Gideons International.

CLAWSON, Alice M. Clawson (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 7 February 2016) Alice M. Clawson, age 80, of Lima, OH died Sunday February 7, 2016 at her residence. She was born January 6, 1936 in St. Marys, OH to James and Inez (Roebuck) Clawson. She is survived by her brother, Jim Clawson of St. Marys, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Inez Clawson; two brothers, Sylvester Clawson and Harvey Clawson and two sisters, Catherine Clawson and Helen Clawson. She enjoyed collecting angels and teddy bears. Rites are scheduled to be Friday February 12, 2016 at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High Street Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH.

CLAWSON, Carol Lee Clawson (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Carol Lee Clawson, 64, a resident of the Heritage Manor Nursing Home, Minster, died Tuesday, July 31, 2007, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. She was born August 15, 1942, in Norfolk, Virginia, the daughter of Howard and Ellen (Langsdon) Clawson. They preceded her in death. She is survived by one brother, Ted (Elaine) Clawson of Spencerville; by a niece, Pam Clawson; a nephew, Jeff Clawson. She is survived by numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents. Carol had worked at Auglaize Industries in New Bremen for many years. She was a member of the Wayne Street United Methodist Church in St. Marys. She loved listening to music. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 4, 2007, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Wayne Street United Methodist Church Building Fund

CLAXTON, Marion L. Claxton (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 4 March 2013) Marion L. Claxton, age 73, of 1100 Meyers Road, Apt. 11 in Celina, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2013, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born on Oct. 31, 1939, in Muncie, IN, to the late Oscar and Maime (Valentine) Brummett. Marion was adopted at the age of 10 by Barney and Mary Claxton. On Sept. 18, 1961, he married Martha Sue Kittle, who lives in Celina. Also surviving are his son, Joseph Claxton, of Celina and a sister. He was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Mercer Memory Gardens Cemetery in Celina, with military honors. American Legion and VFW membership services will be Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made to I.C. Endowment.

CLAXTON, Martha Sue Claxton (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 April 2016) Martha Sue Claxton, age 71, of Celina, died Saturday, April 16, 2016, at the Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. She was born on Oct. 26, 1944, in Celina to the late Naaman and Vera Maxine (Gordon) Kittle. On Sept. 18, 1961, she married Marion Lee Claxton in Muncie, IN. He died on March 2, 2013. Survivors include a son Joseph Lee Claxton of Celina; his step- grandchildren Sarah Kanorr and Aaron Kanorr; his step-great-grandchild Isaiah Kanorr; four brothers and sisters-in-law and a sister and brother-in-law. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter Mary Marie Claxton and by two brothers. She was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 5713. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina. VFW Auxiliary Membership services will be Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or to the Mercer County Council on Aging.

CLAY, Alberta M. Clay (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Alberta M. Clay, age 92, Mendon, died March 7, 2011, at Colonial Nursing Center in Rockford. She was born July 18, 1918, in Van Wert County to the late Thomas G. and Noretta Mae Sweigart Rider. On Sept. 24, 1938, she married Darrel W. "Boogie" Clay, who died Jan. 16, 2007. Surviving are 2 sons, Tom Clay, of Mendon, and Jerry (Sheryl) Clay, of Mendon; 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Also deceased is a grandson; two brothers, Carl Rider and Harry Rider; five sisters, Mahala Richards, Elizabeth Metzger, Anna Glass, Violet Haggard and Alice Fry. She was a bookkeeper for Clay Automotive, formerly of Mendon, and was a member of the New Salem Presbyterian Church in Monticello. Services were Thursday at the W. H. Dick & Sons- Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon. Burial was at Mendon Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the State of the Heart Hospice.

CLAY, Clara M. Clay (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 31 December 2009) Clara M. Clay, age 84, of Wapakoneta, died Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009, at the St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. She was born July 21, 1925, in Logan County, WV, a daughter of Elijah Jones and Virginia (Guess) Kirby, who preceded her in death. She married Herbert Clay in February 1945 and he preceded her in death Dec. 11, 1980. She is survived by five children, Linda Ball, Larry (Jane) Clay, David (Cindy) Clay, Tim (Joan) Clay all four of Wapakoneta; Donna (Joe) Odenweller of Delphos; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and a sister. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Clay, a grandchild, two great- grandchildren, two sisters and two brothers. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorials may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.

CLAY, Darrel W. Clay (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Darrel W. "Boogie" Clay, age 91, 306 E. High St., Mendon, died Jan. 16, 2007, at Colonial Nursing Center, Rockford. He was born Feb. 21, 1915, in Mendon, to Roy and Mary Nichols Clay. On Sept. 24, 1938, he married Alberta Rider, who survives. Also surviving are 2 sons, Tom and Jerry (Sheryl), all of Mendon; 6 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Deceased is an infant sister. He was a mechanic at Clay Automotive, Mendon, and a 1933 graduate of Mendon-Union High School. Services are Friday at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Mendon. Burial is at Mendon Cemetery.

CLAY, Faye Eileen Clay (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – June 4, 2013) Faye Eileen Clay, age 86, ended her earthly journey on May 28, 2013, with her children by her side. Faye was born on Sept. 26, 1926, to Wesley and Nettie Mae Fetters of Rockford, who preceded her in death. She graduated from Rockford High School in 1944 and continued her education at the International School of Business in Fort Wayne, IN, graduating in 1946. On Feb. 25, 1947, she was married to Paul H. Clay who joined his heavenly father on July 16, 2004. She is survived by her daughter Patricia Clay Stucker and her son-in-law, Lynwood (Woody) Stucker. Faye was one of the founders of the Old Fashioned Farmers Association and was active in that group until her move to Orlando, FL in 2005. She served as church organist for the Hillsdale United Brethren church for many years. She was active as an assistant Girl Scout leader from 1956 to 1962. She was an Eastern Star and provided constant support for her husband and daughter in their various endeavors. From 1971 until 1996, she worked for the American Budget Company as office manager and bookkeeper. Faye enjoyed sewing, playing the organ, cooking, traveling, puzzles, gardening, shopping and taking care of her cats. While in Orlando, Faye was an active member of Christ Community Church and enjoyed the fellowship of her church family. Services will be held at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christ Community Church, 5425 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando, FL, 32819.

CLAY, Geoffrey Clay (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 6 April 2015) Reverend Geoffrey Clay, age 88, passed away Monday, April 6th at Celina Manor Nursing Home. Born March 3, 1927 in Bury, England, the son of Abraham & Elizabeth Holland Clay. He married Muriel G. Burrell on January 9, 1950 and she preceded him in death on July 10, 1974. Surviving are their 3 children: Cathie Fox of Celina, David G. (Lisa J.) Clay of Foster, RI and Sharon (Timothy) Tuttle of Celina, 9 grandchildren: James Halbleib, Charles Halbleib, Vanessa Cubano, Heather De La Vega, Muriel Tuttle, Thomas Fast, Timothy Fast, Tara Fast and Raymond G. Clay, USN and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents, a sister, Margaret Reiter and a son-in-law, Glen Fox. Rev. Clay received his Bachelor's Degree from Ashland College and a Master's Degree in French and Spanish from St. Francis University. He was a Pastor for the Churches of God in North America for over 50 years. He taught Spanish at Immaculate Conception, Parkway and Celina High Schools. He also was a French Instructor at the Western Ohio Branch Campus of Wright State University in Celina. Rev. Clay was a popular substitute teacher in the area for many years. He also had been a school bus driver in Rockford and Akron. An accomplished musician, Rev. Clay enjoyed music, and could play many instruments. But he particularly enjoyed playing the piano and organ, and singing. He performed on the "Morning Devotion in Song" program, which was broadcast on Sunday mornings for many years on WCSM Radio. His greatest pleasure was his family. Funeral service at noon at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina on Friday, April 10. Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery in Center Township, at a later date. In Memory of Rev. Clay, Memorials may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice.

CLAYBAKER, Juanita Alice Claybaker (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 25 July 2016) Juanita Alice Claybaker, age 91, of St. Marys, Ohio died July 25, 2016 at Otterbein St. Marys. She was born August 23, 1924 in Blackwell, OK to Edith (Corley) and Byron Armstrong. After a one year engagement, she married LeRoy Arnold Claybaker on November 2, 1945 in New York City. LeRoy predeceased her on June 28, 2015. She is survived by their daughters Deborah (Richard) Green of St. Marys, OH, and Constance Ann Claybaker of West Bloomfield, MI. She was preceded in death by her brother, David, and her parents. Juanita was a graduate of Blackwell High School (class of 1942) where she acquired skills as an office worker with enviable talent as a typist. Using her office skills she worked in the law department at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City during World War II until she married LeRoy in 1945 in New York City where he was stationed in the Navy. After WWII, LeRoy and Juanita settled in Coshocton, OH, to raise their two daughters staying for 38 years. In mid-life, LeRoy and Juanita both caught the fever for golf and often planned their vacations around golf destinations such as Myrtle Beach. Their love for the sport prompted them to retire to Loudon, TN where they lived for 18 years. They then relocated to St. Marys. As a stay-at-home mother, Juanita taught her daughters sewing and knitting skills; she produced the family wardrobe until both children left home, including the bridesmaid dress for Deborah’s wedding. She was born and raised in the Baptist Church tradition, but after marrying LeRoy she participated in the Lutheran Church where she was active in women’s groups, choir, Sunday church school, and member visitations. Funeral rites will be Thursday, July 28, 2016, in the Meyer Community Chapel on the campus of Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community, Saint Marys, OH. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in Saint Marys.

CLAYBAKER, LeRoy Arnold Claybaker (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 30 June 2015) LeRoy Arnold Claybaker, age 91, of St. Marys, died Sunday, June 28, 2015, at Otterbein St. Marys. He was born on April 16, 1924, in Newkirk, OK, to Arnold and Martha Katherine (Deffner) Claybaker, wheat and cattle farmers. After a one year engagement, he married Juanita Alice Armstrong on Nov. 2, 1945, in New York City. She survives him, as do his daughters Deborah (Richard) Green of St. Marys and Constance Ann Claybaker of West Bloomfield, MI; and 1 brother, Max (Dorothy Nell) Claybaker of Blackwell, OK. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was a graduate of Blackwell High School (class of 1942) and the University of Oklahoma (class of 1945) where he earned a degree in Chemical Engineering. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, having served as a Supply and Disbursing Officer during World War II. After the war he was recruited by the General Electric Corporation and worked 44 years in their plastics division at locations in Pittsfield, MA, and Coshocton. He was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church where he served as council president of three separate congregations. His pastimes included woodworking, stamp collecting, and jewelry making. In addition, he spent countless hours acquiring an extensive, catalogued, and storied collection of minerals and Native American artifacts. Funeral services for Mr. Claybaker are scheduled Thursday at Otterbein St. Marys (Meyer Community Chapel). Burial with full graveside military honors will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to: Otterbein St. Marys Partner Appreciation Fund, 11300 Yost Circle, St. Marys, OH 45885. Arrangements are entrusted to Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys.

CLAYTON, Alice Louise Clayton (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 23, 2013) Alice Louise Clayton, age 55, mother, sister and soon-to-be grandma, passed away Jan. 17, 2013, after a courageous 6-year battle with cancer. She was born on Oct. 24, 1957, a daughter of the late Walter and Mary Gearing Scott. She attended Moulton Elementary School and graduated from St. Marys High School in 1976 in St. Marys. She attended Lakeshore Technical College where she received her realtor’s license. On Oct. 1, 1977, she married William Clayton, welcoming two loving sons, Jason and Christopher. She was employed at Fischers Cheese in Ohio and transferred to Borden’s Foods in Plymouth in 1988. She also worked at Sargento Foods in Plymouth for several years and the last 7 years as a realtor for Shorewest Realtors in Sheboygan, WI. Alice loved to shop and be with her friends but most of all, loved spending as much precious time with her sons as she could. She belonged to Elks Club Lodge 299 in Sheboygan and was a former Optimist Club member in Sheboygan. Alice is survived by her 2 sons, Jason Clayton (Kaitlyn) of Neenah, WI, and Christopher Clayton of Plymouth; 8 brothers and sisters, Larry (Dee) Scott, Carol (Barney) Klosterman, Tom (Joyce) Scott, MaryAnn (Bob) Laughlin, Nancy (John) Nester, Sharon Burden, Allen (Anne) Scott and Lee (Sue) Scott, all of Ohio; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother-in-law, Jerry Burden. Following Alice’s wishes, cremation has taken place and Committal Services will be Saturday at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Glynwood. Inurnment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. A memorial fund is being established in her name for the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic in Sheboygan, WI, or Sharon S. Richardson Hospice in Sheboygan Falls, WI. The Suchon Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Plymouth is serving her family.

CLAYTON, Beverly A. Clayton (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio –5 July 2017) Beverly A. Clayton, age 66, of St. Marys, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2017, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. She was born on July 18, 1950, in Clarksburg, WV, to the late Donald R. and Lois Joan (Maxwell) Cordray. She is survived by her two children: Jason (Lola) Clayton, St. Marys, and Brandy (Shawn Dunlap) Clayton, St. Marys; three brothers, Rick Cordray, St. Marys, Randy (Teresa) Cordray, Huber Heights, and Richard Cordray, Dayton; three sisters, Barbara Hundley, Niles, Brenda (Mick) Slone, Botkins, and Betty (Mick) Hecht, St. Marys; and four grandchildren, Chris and Jayla Clayton and Courtney and Braeden Dunlap. Beverly was a 1968 graduate of Delphos Jefferson High School. She retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company after 28 years of service. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, traveling, Country Concert at Hickory Hills and attending local festivals and fairs. She will be deeply missed by all. Private services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the donor's favorite charity. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cisco Funeral Home, St. Marys.

CLAYTON, Herman B. Clayton (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – May 29, 2012) Herman B. Clayton, age 66, of St. Marys, formerly of Spencerville, died Saturday, May 26, 2012, at his daughter’s residence in St. Marys. He was born on Sept. 10, 1945, in Earle, AR, to Clyde and Nellie (Andrews) Clayton, and they preceded him in death. He is survived by 4 children, Susan Bradford of Harrogate, TN, Amanda (Verlin Jr.) Orick of Celina, Jason (Lola) Clayton of St. Marys and Brandy (Shawn Dunlap) Clayton of St. Marys; 10 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and 4 siblings. He was preceded in death by four brothers; a sister. There will be no public services. Arrangements are being conducted by the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home, Spencerville.

CLEAR, Evelyn K. Hilgeman Clear (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 11 September 2016) Evelyn K. Clear, age 104, 0f St. Marys, Ohio died Sunday, September 11, 2016, in Charlevoix, MI. She was born July 8, 1912, in Ft. Wayne, IN to Fred and Nora (Bitzinger) Hilgeman. On May 30, 1937 in Portland, IN she married Robert G. Clear, who died May 24, 2004. She is survived by daughter Judith Cook Colt of Charlevoix, MI, son John (Diane) Clear of Hoagland, IN, 4 grandchildren: Scott (Kathy) Cook, Suzanne (Todd) Klinger, Amie (Darin) Nicol, and Jason (Heidi) Clear; by 9 great- grandchildren, and 1 brother, Norman Hilgeman of Coldwater, MI. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert Clear, 2 brothers: Kenneth and Donald Hilgeman, and her son-in-law Robert Colt. She was a graduate of South Side High School (Class of 1930) and International Business College, both in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Along with her husband, Bob, she owned and operated Clear's Shoe Store in Downtown St. Marys for many years. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in St. Marys. Evelyn enjoyed spending time with her family and close circle of friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Clear are scheduled to be Monday, September 19, 2016 at Zion Lutheran Church, 210 N. Wayne Street in St. Marys, OH. Burial will follow in Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to either AGAPE Ministries in St. Marys, or Hospice of Michigan, 830 S. Otsego Ave., Gaylord, MI 49735. Arrangements are entrusted to the Miller-Long & Folk funeral Home (314 W. High St. Chapel) in St. Marys.

CLELAND, Rose Cleland (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 31 August 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Rose Cleland, age 84, of St. Marys, OH went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday August 31, 2020 at a daughter's residence in Mendon, OH. She was born September 28, 1936 in Charleston, WV to Roy and Nora (Light) Kessinger. She is survived by: husband Melvin Cleland of Ft. Recovery, OH; 3 sons Robert (Judy) Cleland of Baltimore, OH; Timothy (Rosalie) Cleland of St. Marys, OH; David Cleland of St. Marys, OH; 3 daughters Nancy (Todd) Oberlitner of Mendon, OH; Deanna (Jack) Snyder of Spencerville, OH; Christina (Bryan) Dull of Sylvania, OH; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and a sister Elsie Smith of TX. Preceded in death by: parents Roy and Nora Kessinger; son Larry Cleland; brother Eugene Kessinger; brother Euell Kessinger; brother Leroy Kessinger; sister Carrie Stepp-Blackhead; sister Wanda Westlake; and sister Reva Cox. She was a graduate of the Rutland, OH High School (Class of 1956). She was a homemaker and a member of the Anchor Church in Celina, OH and the St. Marys Senior Citizens. Her favorite pastimes included playing cards, crocheting, fishing and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled at the Anchor Church 231 Grand Lake Drive in Celina, OH. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Miller Bros. Funeral Directors in St. Marys.

CLENDENEN, Alberta B. Clendenen (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 6, 2014) Alberta B. Clendenen, age 91, a longtime resident of Celina and a resident of Otterbein St. Marys Retirement Community, St. Marys, died Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014, at Otterbein St. Marys. She was born on Thursday, April 5, 1923, in Randolph County, IN, the daughter of Glen and Mary (Fouts) Golliher. She married Richard "Dick" Clendenen on May 24, 1947, in Losantville, IN, and he survives at Otterbein St. Marys. Mrs. Clendenen and her husband raised 4 children, Lois (Robert) Jay of Indianapolis; Rick (Glenna) Clendenen of Seattle, WA; Carol (Kevin "Snuffy") Smith of Celina; and Anita (Larry) Nida of North Palm Beach, FL; 10 grandchildren, Tracia Ooink, Anthony Clendenen, John Jay, Juliet Nguyen, Josh Jay, Jennifer Bradley, Denise Smith, Kelsey Gundy, Andrew Nida, Brent Nida; and by 1 great-grandson, Jordan Jay. Mrs. Clendenen was preceded in death by her parents and by her siblings, Neva Welborn, Richard Golliher and Martha Teeters. She graduated from Losantville High School and Ball State University and began a career as an art and music teacher, first teaching in the Fort Wayne, IN, schools. She and her husband moved to Celina in 1968, where Dick was the manager of engineering services at Huffy Manufacturing Company. Alberta retired from Celina Public Schools, where she taught for many years. She led a very active life with many interests, including drawing, making stained glass, hiking, boating, bicycling, camping and music. She served for many years as a church choir director and church organist. In later years she and her husband both volunteered countless hours at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. Faith in God and spending time in the outdoors with family were the most important things in Alberta's life. She was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church in St. Marys. Funeral rites will be Saturday in the Meyer Community Chapel on the campus of Otterbein St. Marys Retirement Community. Burial will follow at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina. Memorial gifts may be given to Otterbein. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys, is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

CLENDENEN, J. Richard Clendenen (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 14 October 2015) J. Richard “Dick” Clendenen, age 90, a resident of Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community, and formerly of Celina, OH, Linton, IN, and Fort Wayne, IN, died Wednesday, October 14, 2015, at Otterbein Saint Marys. He was born April 30, 1925, in Marion, Indiana, the son of Paul and Lydia (Glendening) Clendenen. He married Alberta Golliher on May 24, 1947, in Losantville, IN, and she preceded him in death on November 4, 2014. He is survived by his children: Lois (Robert) Jay of Indianapolis; Rick (Glenna) Clendenen of Seattle, WA; Carol (Kevin) Smith of Celina; Anita (Larry) Nida of North Palm Beach, FL; 10 grandchildren: Tracia Ooink; Anthony Clendenen; Jon Jay; Juliet Nguyen; Josh Jay; Jennifer Bradley; Denise Smith; Kelsey Gundy; Andrew Nida; Brent Nida; 3 great-grandchildren, Jordan Jay; Brooklyn Bradley and Erwin Nguyen; his siblings, Donna Harshman of Vero Beach, FL; Virginia Pedersen of Napa Valley, CA and Jeanette Surface of El Paso, TX. Dick was a graduate of South Side High School in Fort Wayne, IN. He graduated from the General Electric Apprentice School and was an industrial engineer. He served in the United States Marine Corps and retired from Huffy Manufacturing Company in Celina, where he served as manager of industrial engineering. He had previously worked at General Electric Company, and he had taught Motion Time Methods at various manufacturing facilities in the area. He was a member of the former First Presbyterian Church in Saint Marys, and had attended the Church of Christ in Celina. He volunteered at Joint Twp District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys. He loved being outdoors and going boating, camping, playing in golf leagues, and hiking, but spending time with his family was the most important thing in Dick’s life. He will be remembered for his warm, friendly personality. Funeral rites will be Sunday, October 18, 2015, in the Meyer Community Chapel on the campus of Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community, Saint Marys, Ohio. Burial, with military honors, will follow at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina. Memorial gifts may be given to Otterbein Saint Marys Benevolence Fund.

CLERICUS, Louis L. Clericus (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1746487) Louis L. Clericus, age 79, of Celina, died on February 11, 2016, peacefully at his home with his family by his side. He was born on September 3, 1936 in Dayton to the late Lowell and Alvira (Schwieterman) Clericus, and married his wife Martha, who survives him, on August 5, 1953. He was the last surviving member of his family. He is survived by his two sons, Ronald Louis & Pam Clericus of Bellbrook, and Kurt Lowell & Betty Clericus of Union. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and 6 great- grandchildren. Services will be Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Montezuma Church of Christ, Montezuma, Ohio.

CLEVENGER, Dora B. Clevenger (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dora B. Clevenger, 70, formerly of 506 Ruth Street in Wapakoneta, OH died Wednesday February 25, 2009 at the Wapakoneta Manor Nursing Home. She was born December 13, 1938 in Lima, OH to Abram & Beulah (Eggleston) Hooks. On March 8, 1957 in Waterloo, IN, she married James A. Clevenger, who died September 12, 1996. Survivors include 6 sons, James (Karen) Clevenger of Gomer, OH; Mark (Verna Jean) Eggleston of Mt. Gilead, OH; and Paul Clevenger; Robert (Melissa) Clevenger; John Clevenger; Perry (Marissa Gossard) Clevenger all four of Wapakoneta, OH; 24 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Glen Pletcher of Lima, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; infant son, Ron Clevenger; great- granddaughter, Angel Elaine Clevenger. She was a homemaker and had also worked in various janitorial positions. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie # 691 auxiliary, in Wapakoneta. An avid bingo player, she also greatly enjoyed watching movies. Services are scheduled Saturday February 28, 2009 at the Miller Funeral Home (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Private family burial will take place at the Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

CLICK, Donald C. Click (Abstracted from the Lima News Mar 25, 1977) ST. MARYS - Donald C. Click, age 45, died Thursday in Joint Township Hospital of cancer. Survivors include his wife, Joan; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Click of Rt. 2; three daughters, all at home. He was a maintenance foreman at Ford Motor Co.'s Lima engine plant. Services will be at Zion Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Rest Haven Memory Garden. Yoder-Long and Folk Funeral Home where Masonic services will be Saturday is entrusted with the arrangements.

CLIFFORD, Charles C. Clifford (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Charles C. Clifford, 93, formerly of 331 Jay Street, St. Marys, OH died Sunday, April 19, 2009 at the Celina Manor, Celina, OH. Charles was born December 23, 1915 near Ohio City, OH, the son of Charles and Anna (Hauter) Clifford. He married Dorothy Wieman on September 14, 1946 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys, OH and she preceded him in death on September 10, 2002. He is survived by 1 son, Charles “Tim” Clifford, of St. Marys, OH; 1 daughter, MaDonna (Mark) Puthoff; 4 grandchildren: Abby (Jonaton) Riedel, Ted (Megan) Puthoff, Katie (Randy) Pohlman and Elizabeth (Dave) Meyer; and 8 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, infant daughter, Mary Diane, his two brothers: William and Stanley Clifford and his two sisters: Mary Beckstedt Grimm and Thelma Hardin. Charles attended the Celina City Schools and received his diploma in recognition of his World War II service. He was a self-employed furniture refinisher and upholsterer. He was a WWII veteran who had been a member of the WFW and the America Legion in St. Marys and the Disabled American Veterans. He was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, April 23, 2009 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 511 E. Spring St., St. Marys, OH. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery.

CLIFFORD, Charles Timothy Clifford (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 21 October 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Charles Timothy "Tim" Clifford, age 68, of St. Marys, OH died October 21, 2019 at JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. He was born February 20, 1951 in Celina, OH to Charles and Dorothy (Wieman) Clifford. Survivors include a sister Madonna (Mark) Puthoff of Chickasaw, OH; nieces and nephews: Abigail (Jonathan) Riedel of Oakwood, OH; Ted (Megan) Puthoff of Loveland, OH; Katherine (Randal) Pohlman of Plano, TX; and Elizabeth (David) Meyer of Russia, OH. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1970). Tim will be remembered for the meticulous attention and detail which he devoted to the restoration of antiques. He was passionate about history, and was especially interested in the various times of war. Graveside funeral rites are scheduled at the Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to either Holy Rosary School or NAMI. Arrangements are entrusted to the Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys.

CLOUSER, Paul E. Clouser (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 25 July 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Paul E. Clouser, age 77, of Saint Marys, Ohio, died Saturday, July 25, 2020, at his residence. He was born March 13, 1943, in Newport, PA, the son of John Smiley and Mildred Clouser. He married Bonnie McNaughton on September 30, 1966, in Wells County, IN; she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his children: Greg (Sheela Terry) Clouser of Umitilla, OR; Angela (Jerry) Stoner of Celina; Jeffery (Samantha) Clouser of Mendon; 13 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and his siblings: Jim Hockenberry of Liverpool, PA; and Pat Burkhart of McAlisterville, PA. He was preceded in death by his parents; by a grandson, Garrett Rhodes. Paul was a 1963 graduate of Newport High School. He served in the US Army following graduation. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys. Paul was a loving, devoted husband, father and grandfather. He worked hard and loved his family more than life and would sacrifice everything to make sure they had everything they needed. Paul did not know a stranger and was always trying to make others smile and laugh by pulling pranks or being silly. He always saw when others needed help and never hesitated to stop what he was doing to help them. He was a member of Grace Missionary Church in Celina, and he enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping and playing horseshoes. He loved spending his winters at his home in Hawaii. Graveside funeral rites will be at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Military honors will be presented by American Legion Post 323 and VFW Post 9289. In lieu of flowers, Paul’s family requests that memorial gifts be given to New Community Church, Saint Marys. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, is entrusted with Paul’s funeral arrangements.

CLUNE, Alma E. Clune (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421268) Alma E. Clune, age 76, of 1965 Amsterdam Rd., Minster, Ohio died Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at her home. She was born June 30, 1935 in Montezuma, Ohio to the late Izador & Bertha (Tumbusch) Steinke. She married Leonard F. Clune on November 24, 1956 in Montezuma, Ohio. He survives. She is also survived by children: Jane & Ron Phlipot, Troy, Nancy & Wally Wagner, Minster, Rick & Carol Clune, Piqua, brothers & sisters Esther & Tim Mattingly, Kettering, Paul & Margie Steinke, Tipp City, Jesse & Shirley Steinke, Coldwater, sister-in-law Millie Steinke, Tipp City, brother-in-law Norbert Kramer, Chickasaw, 10 grandchildren & 9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by brothers & sisters, James Steinke, Charles Steinke, Alice Kramer & Lily Steinke. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Maria Stein, and of the Ladies Sodality of the Church. She was retired from Heritage Manor, Minster and a homemaker. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday April 30, 2012 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster has been entrusted with the services. Burial will take place in St. John Cemetery, Maria Stein, Ohio. The family requests donations be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

CLUNE, Delbert F. Clune (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/delbert-clune) Delbert F. Clune, age 86, of Muncie, IN formerly of St. Rose passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2019 at Ball Hospital, Muncie, IN. He was born May 10, 1933 in St. Rose, Ohio to the late Clarence & Ida (Heitkamp) Clune. He married Charl (Morley) Strout on August 8, 1974. She preceded him in death on December 6, 2014. He is also survived by step-children: David Strout, Douglas Strout, both of Muncie and Paul (Deanie) Strout, Selma, IN, grandchildren: Bradley (Heath) Brian & Samantha Strout, brother & sisters: Evelyn & Ralph Koesters, Coldwater, Jerry & Pat Clune, St. Rose, Janice & Dick Forthofer, Portland, IN, Marlene & Richard Carlile, Dayton, sister-in-law Darlene Clune, Indianapolis, IN. He was preceded in death by brothers Eugene & Kenneth. Delbert was a graduate of St. John High School, Maria Stein and a veteran of the 11th Airborne Division of the US Army. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Rose Catholic Church. Burial follow in St. Rose Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

CLUNE, Ernest Clune (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 13 April 2017) Ernest (Ernie) Clune, age 86, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2017, in Longmont, CO. He was born on March 16, 1931, in Maria Stein to the late Frederick and Stella (Holheide) Clune. Ernie is survived by his wife, Anne; grandson, Jordan Sawyer of Lima; sister, Vera Gudorf of Tipp City; brothers, Len of Maria Stein and Robert (Susan) of Minster; sister-in-law, Delores Schwieterman of Maria Stein; stepdaughters: Kate and John Ault of Longmont and Kelly Taylor of Chicago; and many nieces and nephews. Ernie was preceded in death by his daughter, Kristine and son-in-law, Glenn Sawyer; brother, Elmer of Buffalo, NY; sisters: Velma Heitbrink and Dorothy Schwieterman of Maria Stein and Edna Stueve of Dayton. Ernie served with the U.S. Air Force from 1950 to 1954 and retired from National Cash Register (NCR), Lima, as a service repairman. Over the years he lived in Lima, St. Marys, Silver Springs Shore, FL, and Longmont, CO. Ernie was an excellent and avid golfer during his long life. Arrangements were provided by Ahlberg Funeral Chapel. A private celebration of life will be held at a later time.

CLUNE, Frances Ann Clune (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 May 2020) Frances Anne Clune, age 86, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2020 at Accel Nursing Home in Longmont, CO. She was born in Kenton to Katherine and Russell Harvey on Oct. 20, 1933. Anne spent her childhood in Mount Victory and attended Ohio Northern University where she received her bachelor's degree in elementary education. Her career as an elementary teacher spanned many decades, mostly in St. Marys. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend and she will be missed by many. In retirement, Anne enjoyed traveling to Florida with her husband Ernest Clune (now deceased) and to Colorado to be around her grandsons. Anne is survived by her sister, Jane Davis; her two daughters, Kathy (John) Ault and Kelly Jo Taylor and her husband Matthew Morgan; by her grandson Alex (Abby) Ault and her great-granddaughter, Hadley, and her grandson, Stuart Ault. In her honor, please consider making a donation to the Alzheimer's Association at alz.org

CLUNE, Kenneth R. Clune (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 May 2016) Kenneth R. Clune, age 73, of Minster, died Saturday, May 7, 2016, in Louisville, KY. He was born on May 7, 1943, in Sidney, to the late Carl and Bernadine (Seger) Clune. On Nov. 28, 1964, in St. Henry, he married Mary (Rinderle), who survives in Minster. He is also survived by 5 children: Brian Clune of Minster, Stephanie (Greg) Elking of New Bremen, Joshua (Julie) Clune of Minster, Adam (Jennifer) Clune of Oakwood, and Erin (Nathan) Fedders of Grandview Heights; by 9 grandchildren: Alyson, Spencer and Carter Elking, Jayden, Brooke, Ian, Quinn, Noah and Caroline Clune; by 6 brothers and sisters Robert (Janice) Clune of New Bremen, Roseanne (Carl) Broerman of Fort Loramie, Charlie (Julie) Clune of Minster, Connie (Jim) Barhorst of St. Marys, Pat (JoAnn) Clune of Unionville, IN, and Carl (Paula) Clune Jr. of Minster, and a brother-in-law Mark Bensman of Troy. He was preceded in death by a sister Rita Bensman. He was a member of St. Augustine Church, Minster, Minster Knights of Columbus, Minster Eagles FOE 1391, Minster American Legion, Minster Athletic Boosters and was active in community sports. He had run in eight marathons. He was retired after 42 years from Minster Machine, where he worked in the pattern shop and was a veteran of the Army National Guard. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. Burial will follow at St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is handling the arrangements.

CLUNE, Lavern Charles Clune (Elmer’s relative – she was a sister to Elmer’s sister Nancy’s husband) Lavern Charles Clune, 65, of Huntsville, AL, died Nov. 29, 2006, at Huntsville Hospital. He was born Aug. 23, 1941, in Minster, to Agnes and Alphonse Clune. On Nov. 26, 1963, he married Jane Frances Rinderle, who survives. Survivors are 2 sons, Tom (Marilyn), of Bowie, MD, and Andrew (Stacey), of Centennial, CO; 3 daughters, Susan (Jimmy) Grace, of Louisville, KY, and Linda (Joe) Rist, of Huntsville; 5 brothers, Arnold (Pat), John (Marilyn), Richard (Sandy), Edgar and Randall; 4 sisters, Julianna (Charles) Pax, Janice (LeRoy) Piekenbrock, Mary Kay (Roger) Hoying, and Deborah (Charles) Riethman; and 8 grandchildren. He was employed at Lockheed Martin and was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Huntsville. He received his bachelorsof science in 1963 from the University of Dayton and in 1968 his master's and PhD in physics from Case Western Reserve. Services are Friday at the church. Burial will be in Maple Hill Cemetery, Inc. Contributions can be made to St. Vincent DePaul Society.

CLUNE, Leonard F. Clune (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=76685546_LClune) Leonard F. Clune, age 83, of Minster, Ohio died Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. He was born on February 5, 1934 in Minster to the late Fred & Stella (Holdheide) Clune. He married Alma E. Steinke on November 24, 1956 in Montezuma, Ohio and she preceded him in death on April 25, 2012. He is survived by children: Jane & Ron Phlipot, Troy, Nancy & Wally Wagner, Minster, Rick Clune, Piqua, sister: Vera Gudorf, Tipp City, brother Bob & Susan Clune, Minster sisters-in-law: Ann Clune Denver CO, Phyllis Clune, Buffalo, NY, Delores Schwieterman, Maria Stein, 10 grandchildren & 11 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brothers & sisters, Elmer Clune, Edna & Oscar Stueve, Velma & Clete Heitbrink, Ernie Clune, Dorothy & Roger Schwieterman and in-law Merlin Gudorf. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Maria Stein. Leonard was a veteran of the US Army during the Korean War. He was a life member of the Maria Stein American Legion and VFW and a past commander of the American Legion. He was a member of the New Bremen Rod and Gun Club, and avid card player and loved fishing and hunting. Leonard was a graduate of St. John High School and a lifelong farmer. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday April 20, 2017 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster has been entrusted with the services. Burial with full military honors will take place in St. John Cemetery, Maria Stein, Ohio. The family requests donations be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

CLUNE, Luke C. Clune (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421384) Luke C. Clune, age 86, of formerly of Chickasaw, Ohio, died on Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Celina Manor, Celina, Ohio. He was born February 20, 1926 in Chickasaw, Ohio to the late Casper and Anna (Ashman) Clune. On July 24, 1965 he married Irene M. (Stammen) and she died June 23, 2001. Luke is survived by a daughter Barbara & Dan Lockwood of Celina, a grandson David & Emily Lockwood of Lancaster, a granddaughter Amanda Lockwood of Celina and a great granddaughter Natalie Lockwood. He is preceded in death by brothers, sisters and in-laws, Loretta Clune, Herbert & Martha Clune, Alphonse & Agnes Clune, Louis Clune, Carl & Bernadine Clune, Matilda Clune, Lucille & Urban Dwenger, Mary Agnes Puthoff-Nerderman, Albert Puthoff, Urban Nerderman, Esther & Henry Deitz and half-sisters Eleanor & Joe Hein and Minnie & Bill Gerlach. He was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church, veteran of the US Army serving during WWII including the Battle of the Bulge, a member of the Chickasaw V.F.W. and Maria Stein American Legion and a former member of the Chickasaw volunteer Fire Dept. He retired from Minster Machine. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, June 25, 2012 at Precious Blood Catholic Church, Chickasaw, Ohio. Burial will follow in Precious Blood Cemetery, Chickasaw Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater has been entrusted with the services.

CLUNE, Robert Clune (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio –27 October 2020) Robert L. Clune, age 81, of New Bremen, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020 at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. He was born on July 24, 1939 in Chickasaw, the son of the late Carl J. and Bernadine E. (Seger) Clune. On April 30, 1960, he married Janice M. Stang, who survives in New Bremen. Also surviving are his children: Brenda (Mike) Reichert of Lewistown, Sue (Rick) Niekamp of New Bremen, Diane (Todd) Speelman of Minster and Jason Clune of Port Clinton; 11 grandchildren: Lauren (Nick) Seger, Isaac, Adam and Gabe Reichert, Philip (Sarah) Niekamp, Jackie (Chris) Ball, Austin (Sofya) Speelman, Alex (Taylor) Speelman, Adrian Speelman, Paige and Zach Clune; six great-grandchildren: Eva, Conrad, Cora and Tessa Seger, Damian Ball and Liam Niekamp. He also leaves behind his siblings and in-laws: Roseanne Broerman of Fort Loramie, Connie (Jim) Barhorst of St. Marys, Mary Clune, Charlie (Julie) Clune, and Carl Jr. (Paula) Clune, all of Minster, Pat (JoAnn) Clune of Unionville, IN and Mark Bensman of Troy. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings Ken Clune and Rita Bensman and a brother in-law, Carl Broerman. Bob was a graduate of Minster High School and Sinclair Community College in Dayton. He was a member of the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen where he took an active role on the building committee as a Eucharistic minister, pre-cana teacher, church lector and also was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a member of the New Bremen Rod and Gun Club, enjoyed playing poker, traveling the world, spending time with his family, fishing at Lake Erie and Rice Lake and golfing at the Elks in the former STAMCO league. Bob was an avid sports fan following the OSU football and basketball teams, the Cincinnati Reds and the Cincinnati Bengals, but most of all, he was a true New Bremen Cardinals fan. He loved following the teams and especially loved attending his children and grandchildren's sporting and school events. He had worked as an engineer and in U.S. and international sales for the former Herr-Voss STAMCO in New Bremen, retiring in 2005 after 42 years of service. Mass of Christian Burial will be at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. Interment will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Memorial contributions be made to the New Bremen Athletic Boosters or to the Holy Redeemer Renovation Fund. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen has been entrusted with the arrangements.

CLUTTER, Dennis Clutter (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 13 May 2015) Dennis Clutter, age 55, of Celina, died Monday, May 11, 2015, at Laurels of Shane Hill in Rockford. Arrangements are being completed with the Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys.

COAN, Mary P. Coan (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 September 2014) Mary P. "Pat" Coan, age 82, of Celina, passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2014, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. She was born on Dec. 31, 1931, in Denison, IA, to the late Roger M. and Edna Mae (Flahive) McGrath. On Oct. 7, 1953, she married William J. Coan, who died in 2003. Survivors include her children, James Coan of Savage, MN; Kevin (Sandy) Coan of Omaha, NE; Dennis (Diane) Coan of Jordan, MN; Jean (Chris) Boise of Wilmington; and Deb (Dave) Blake of Celina; 10 grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren and a sister-in-law. She was preceded in death by her brother. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday 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 handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the I.C. Endowment Fund.

COATE, Sarah Ann Coate (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Sarah A. "Sally" Coate, age 58, died Sunday afternoon, July 10, 2011 at her residence in Celina. Sally battled cancer for four years with grace and humor. Born on March 20, 1953 in Defiance, OH, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Patricia (Knott) Giesige. Sally is survived by her husband, Jared L. "Jerry" Coate, whom she married on December 29, 1972. Jerry and Sally are the parents of 2 children: Heather (Kevin) Schmidt of Celina and Heath Coate of Grand Rapids, MI and 2 grandsons, Brenden and Aidan Schmidt. Also surviving are 6 brothers: Douglas (Henrie) Giesige, David (Isabel) Giesige, Fred (Ann) Giesige, Greg (Sue) Giesige, Mark (Jean) Giesige and Tom (Sue) Giesige all of Celina, 3 sisters: Mary Green of Lutz, FL, Marcia (Randy) Hamilton of Land O' Lakes, FL and Amy (Chris) Caggiano of Ft. Wayne, IN and 2 brothers-in-law, George "Ike" (Kathy) Coate and Sam Coate, both of Celina. Preceding Sally in death were an infant brother, Joseph, a brother-in-law, Bob Green and a sister-in-law, Terry Giesige. Her main occupation was "Dad's Keeper". She was a wonderful homemaker and a talented decorative painter. Garage sales were a favorite pastime for Sally. She was very creative and talented at decorating. She loved gardening and entertaining. Sally had a tremendous sense of humor. She was noted for her themed parties, such as the "Full Moon" and "Leopard" and Halloween parties held for family and friends. Sally was the original "Curbside Queen" and founder of the group that reigned at the Celina Lake Festival Parade each year. She was a 1971 graduate of Immaculate Conception High School. A Tribute to Sally's life will be held on Thursday, July 14 at the Immaculate Conception PAC Center, 412 N. Walnut St., Celina. (Please use Anthony St. Entrance) Mark Giesige will preside, along with other family members. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Sally's memory may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or to the C.A.L.L. Food Pantry in Celina.

COBY, Wayne E. Coby (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Wayne E. Coby, 79, of 106 Pershing Street, Celina, OH, died Monday, April 6, 2009, at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima, following a sudden illness. He was born October 8, 1929, near Rossburg in Darke County, the son of Oliver and Mary (Goodpaster) Coby. He married LaDonna Wagner in 1951; she preceded him in death in 1973. He married Martha Schmehl Martin on June 30, 1980; she survives at the residence. He is survived by his children: Angela (Curtis) Williams of Celina; Stephen (Sherry) Coby of Celina; Anita (Terry) Iliff of Pennington Gap, VA; Linda “Kate” (Roger) Rumpff of Sidney; by 35 grandchildren and 35 great- grandchildren; by three brothers: Everett “Jr.” (and Tootsie) Coby of Greenville, OH; Bob (Ozzie) Coby of Ansonia, OH; Larry Coby of Lynn, IN; by one sister, Dorothy (Jack) Schmitt of Celina. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, one brother, Gerald Coby; by a sister, Betty Murphy; a brother-in-law, Jack Murphy. Wayne was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Korean Conflict. He retired from the Thermogas Company in Celina after 30 years of service. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and gardening; he was a race fan and attended the Indy 500 fifteen times; he enjoyed being busy all the time and helping out friends and family; he loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of the Celina American Legion. Funeral rites will be Saturday, April 11, 2009 at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys. Private family burial rites will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be directed to CALL Ministries in Celina.

COCHRAN, Joann Ida Cochran (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Joann Ida Cochran, 72, of 626 Hendricks Avenue in St. Marys, OH died Tuesday December 7, 2010 at the St. Marys Living Center. She was born October 25, 1938 in New Bremen, OH to Victor and Ida (Warner) Jung. On June 22, 1958 in New Bremen, OH she married William H. Cochran, who survives. She is also survived by 1 son, Charles V. Cochran of New Bremen, OH; and a sister, Betty (Harvey) Long of Morristown, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Jane Chumbley. She was a homemaker. In addition, she had worked at Luxury Blankets, St. Marys Cotton Mill and Vanderhorst Cannery in St. Marys, Price Battery Co. in Wapakoneta and Buckeye Apparel in Coldwater, OH. She was a member of the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys. Her favorite pastimes included crocheting and canning vegetables grown from her garden. Funeral Rites are scheduled Thursday December 9, 2010 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys.Graveside burial rites will take place Friday December 10, 2010 at Resthaven Gardens, near St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice program.

COCHRAN, William H. Cochran (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) William H. Cochran, 80, of 626 Hendricks Avenue, Saint Marys, died Saturday, August 24, 2013, at the Valley Nursing Home in Saint Marys. He was born October 11, 1932, in Logan County, WV, the son of Thomas and Emma (Scott-Hager) Cochran. He married Joann Jung on June 22, 1958, in New Bremen, OH, and she preceded him in death on December 7, 2010. He is survived by his son, Charles (Theresa Crawford) Cochran of New Bremen; by 1 sister-in-law, Betty Long of Morristown, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and by 2 sisters: Louise Cochran and Louann Starkey. Bill retired from Fisher Cheese Company in Wapakoneta after 35 years of service. He attended Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in Saint Marys. He enjoyed going to garage sales, listening to bluegrass music, fishing, and spending time in the mountains of West Virginia, where he was known as Roosevelt or Rose. Funeral rites will be Wednesday, August 28, 2013, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial rites will be Thursday at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial gifts may be given to Grand Lake Hospice.

COFFEY, Albert L. Coffey (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 3 July 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Albert L. Coffey, age 78, of Saint Marys, OH, and formerly of Stearns, KY, died Friday, July 3, 2020, at his residence. He was born July 28, 1941, in Eagen, TN, the son of Earl and Mary (Spradlin) Coffey. He married Elizabeth Baker on June 4, 1960; she survives at the residence in Saint Marys. He is also survived by his sons: James (Terri) Coffey of Celina, OH; Robbie (Sherry) Coffey of Saint Marys, OH; Jonathan (Ashley) Coffey of Stearns, KY; by 12 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings: Reba Kidd of Stearns; Charlotta Kidd of KY; Mary Coffey of Tennessee; Jerry (Brenda) Coffey of Oneida, TN; Eddie Coffey of Eagen, TN. He is survived by his sisters-in-law: Geraldine Coffey of Cincinnati; Fannie Coffey of Stearns; Paula Coffey of Hamilton, OH; Louise Baker of Saint Marys. He was preceded in death by his parents; by a daughter, Rita Roberts; by his siblings: Barbara Coffey; Janice Coffey; Shirley Coffey; Kenneth Coffey; Pete Coffey; a sister-in-law, Joy Coffey. Albert retired from New Idea Corporation in Coldwater, Ohio, after many years of service as a tow motor / crane operator. He had worked in the coal mines of Kentucky in his youth. He was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Stearns. He was a Little League baseball coach for many years in Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, Stearns, KY. Burial will follow at the Spradlin family cemetery. Arrangements by Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys, OH. Memorial gifts may be given to State of the Heart Hospice.

COFFEY, J Russell Coffey (Abstracted from a 2007 Associated Press story) The last World War I veteran in Ohio, and one of only three known remaining U.S. veterans of the conflict, has died. J. Russell Coffey was the last WWI vet in the state, according to the Veterans Affairs Department. He died Thursday at the age of 109, said the Smith-Crates Funeral Home in North Baltimore, about 35 miles south of Toledo. The funeral home did not say where Coffey died or the cause of death. He had been living in the Blakely Care Center, a nursing home. Coffey, born Sept. 1, 1898, did not see action overseas. He enlisted in the Army while he was a student at Ohio State University in October 1918, a month before the Allied powers and Germany signed a cease-fire agreement. Coffey played semipro baseball, earned a doctorate in education from New York University, taught high school and college and raised a family. He drove his car until he was 104 and lived on his own until three years ago, according to the funeral home. The other known surviving American soldiers are Frank Buckles, age 106, of Charles Town, WV, and Harry Landis, of Sun City Center, FL, according to the Veterans Affairs Department.

COFFIELD, Thomas C. Coffield (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 August 2011) Thomas C. Coffield, age 69, of St. Marys, passed away Monday, Aug. 15, 2011, at his residence. Thomas was born on March 8, 1942, in Versailles, to the late Richard R. and Helen E. (Stover) Coffield. Thomas is survived by a brother, Richard Coffield of Greenville. Thomas was a retired electrician. He worked at Huffy Corporation in Celina and Emerson Inc. in Sidney. Thomas was a veteran of the U. S. Navy. A memorial service will be Monday at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Versailles. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

COGAN, Dorothy M. Cogan (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 28 August 2009) Dorothy M. Cogan, 85, formerly of Wapakoneta, died Monday, Aug. 24, 2009 in Tucson, AZ. She was born April 23, 1924, in Glynnwood, a daughter to Elmer Thomas Cogan and Marguerite Hunt Cogan, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her sisters Kathleen Kolter of Tucson, AZ, Patricia (Thomas) Veit of St. Marys; her brothers John (Dorothy) Cogan of Centerville, Robert (Mary Agnes) Cogan of Berea; and numerous nieces and nephews. Dorothy was a 1942 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys and The Good Samaritan School of Nursing in Dayton. She was the Medical Records Administrator at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, retiring in 1985. She was a member of the St. Rita's Medical Center Auxiliary, the VFW Auxiliary, Good Samaritan Alumni, and Polio EPIC in Tucson. Dorothy was the former president of the Allen County Easter Seals Society and former board member of the Ohio Easter Seals Society. She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Tucson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Glynwood. Burial will follow in the St. Thomas Cemetery, Glynwood. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Rita's Hospital Development Fund, Auglaize County Special Olympics or Polio EPIC in Tucson.

COHEE, Jimmie D. Cohee (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421340) Jimmie D. Cohee age 74 of Russia, Ohio died Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Upper Valley Medical Center, Troy, Ohio after battling heart disease for 26 years. He was born November 24, 1938 in Versailles to the late Ralph Cohee and Mary (Seman) Cohee-Frazier. His mother survives in Greenville. He married Madonna Kelch on July 17, 1958 at St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia. She survived in Russia. He is also survived by children; Gina & Robert Griesdorn, Piqua, Jim Jr. & Shelley Cohee, Russia, Jody & Ed Seger Jr., McCartyville, 8 grandchildren, Madison & Morgan Griesdorn, Haley, Hannah & Hunter Cohee, Jacob, Josh & Joel Seger, sisters Helen & Jerry Wright, Greenville, Shirley Hughes, Greenville, brother-in-law Wayne Grenier, Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by his father, his step-father Norman Frazier, sister Mary Louise Grenier & brother Robert Cohee. He was a member of St. Remy Catholic Church. He worked at Francis Manufacturing for 17 years and owned and operated the Russia Inn for 3 yrs and at National Tag/Paxar in Vandalia until retirement. He enjoyed his trips to Florida & Canada and was a loving husband, father, grandfather & brother. A Memorial Mass will be Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at St. Remy Catholic Church. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association in Jimmie's Name or monetary contributions to the family to help cover medical expenses. Hogenkamp Funeral Home Russia has been entrusted with the arrangements.

COIL, Barbara Ann Coil (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 December 2014) Barbara Ann Coil, age 71, of Mendon, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014, in the Emergency Room at Van Wert County Hospital. She was born on Feb. 4, 1943, in Celina, the daughter of the late Frederick Leroy Fannon and Mary Rush Gross. On July 19, 1969, she married Norman E. Coil, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 27, 2007. She is survived by four children, seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, three brothers and five sisters. Preceding her in death were a brother and sister. Funeral services will be Tuesday at Mt. Tabor Church of God. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina. W.H. Dick and Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Tabor Church of God.

COIL, Josephine L. Fink Coil (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 10 December 2015) Josephine L. (Fink) Coil, age 62, formerly of St. Marys, OH died Thursday December 10, 2015 at Washington Medical Center in Fremont, CA. She was born September 29, 1953 in St. Marys, OH to Donald and Ruth (Kelley) Fink. She is survived by 1 daughter, Michelle (Terry) Murphy of St. Marys, OH; her mother, Ruth Fink of St. Marys, OH; 4 sisters, Pat (Bill) Shafer and Jean (Joe) Kinninger both of Wapakoneta, OH; and Becky Hawkey and Peg (Tony) Lowry both of St. Marys, OH; 1 brother, Dan (Lisa) Fink of Glen Carbon, IL; 1 step-daughter Lydia Gonzalez of Hayward, CA; 9 grandchildren & 5 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Fink; sister, Pamela Fink; great-grandson, Jayden Murphy and two nephews. She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School and Wright State University. She worked in California as a graphic artist. Josephine will be remembered for her artistic ability and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Rites are scheduled for Monday December 21, 2015 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys.

COIL, Luella M. Coil (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 29 May 2019) Luella M. Coil, age 84, of Montezuma, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at The Gardens at Celina. She was born March 29, 1935, in Celina, the only child of George & Lura (Jeffries) Whitesell. Luella married Dane S. Coil on December 25, 1983, and he survives, along with Luella's three daughters: Karin (Pete) DeLaurentis of Columbus, Barbara Peggs of Montezuma, and Laurie (Larry) Feltz of Maria Stein, eight grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; a daughter- in-law, Rita Bigelow of Celina, her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Bob & Velma Donnerberg of Celina, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Holli Enderud and Diane Moeller of St. Marys, Troy Donnerberg and Daria Harris of Dayton, and Tyrone Donnerberg of Celina. Luella was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Douglas Bigelow, and a sister-in-law, Donita Coil. A 1953 graduate of Celina High School, Luella retired from the Huffy Bicycle Plant after many years of service. Favorite pastimes for Luella were cooking, gardening and canning. She enjoyed various crafts, and adult coloring books. Other interests were fishing, bowling, and playing cards. She and Dane enjoyed spending time at their vacation home in Michigan. Funeral services will be at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Memorial Contributions may be made to The Cancer Association of Mercer County or to St. Rita's Hospice.

COIL, Mary J. Coil (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 January 2010) Mary J. Coil, age 88, of Spencerville, died Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010, in the Roselawn Manor Nursing Home in Spencerville, where she had resided the past four years. She was born Feb. 19, 1921, in Southworth, Allen County, a daughter of Walter C. and Clarice P. Smith Harbert, who are deceased. On April 24, 1952, she married Daniel P. Leatherman who preceded her in death April 4, 1966. On Oct. 15, 1968, she married Wilbur K. Coil, who preceded her in death Oct. 11, 1992. She is survived by a daughter, Janet M. (James Jr.) Sites of Spencerville; two grandsons and three great-granddaughters. She was preceded in death by two stepsons, Gerald A. Leatherman, Wilbur G. Leatherman; and a sister. Funeral services will be Monday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Spencerville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Spencerville Lions Club eye sight program.

COIL, Merle K. Coil (Abstracted from the Lima News, Oct 3, 1995) Merle K. Coil, age 84, died Oct. 2, 1995, in St. Rita's Medical Center . He was born Sept. 11, 1911, in Celina to Abram and Sylvia (Springer) Coil. On Aug. 16, 1937, he married Mildred A. Kantner, who survives. Mr. Coil retired in 1974 as a supervisor with Wapakoneta Machine Co. after 45 years of service. He was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 691, and Senior Citizens, all of Wapakoneta. Survivors also include two daughters, Linda J. Coil of Columbus and Sharon L. (John) McSween of Woodland Park, CO; a brother, James W. Coil of Phoenix, AZ; a sister, Gladys McKinney of St. Marys; and a grandson. Services will be at Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Wapakoneta. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta.

COIL, Norman E. Coil (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Norman E. Coil, age 75, 213 Glenn St., Mendon, died Jan. 27, 2007, at The Cleveland Clinic. He was born Sept. 24, 1931, in Delphos, to Alfred and Ada Ferris Coil. On July 19, 1969, he married Barbara Fannon, who survives. Also surviving are 1 son, Craig (Angela), of Clinton, MS; 5 daughters, Brinda Simmons, of Piqua, Kim (Randy) Wendel, of Celina, Kristy (Shawn) Hole and Lori (Todd) Marsee, all of Cape Coral, FL; Michelle (Steve) Gill, of Hoquiam, WA; 1 brother, Roger (Nancy), of Loveland, CO; 1 sister, Betty (Jack) Beougher, of Celina; 1 sister-in-law, Karen Auer, of St. Marys; 13 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren Deceased is a son, James Franklin Coil. He was currently a self-employed woodworker. He was a factory worker at Mersman Tables and Schuck Manufacturing, both in Celina, at New Idea, Coldwater, and for several years operated the Sweet Shoppe, Celina. He was a member of Mount Tabor Church of God, Celina. Services are Thursday at the church. Burial is at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina. Calling is Wednesday at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon. Contributions can be made to the church missionary fund.

COIL, Ronald Lee Coil (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 October 2016) Ronald Lee Coil, age 79, of Jacksonville, FL, died Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016. The family is being assisted by Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Wake Forest, NC.

COLBY, Teddie A. Colby (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Teddie A. Colby, 79, formerly of Neptune, OH died Tuesday April 29, 2008 at the Sonora Regional Medical center in Sonora, CA. He was born June 27, 1928 in Detroit, MI to Carl & Thelma (Duffy) Bonifield. On September 16, 1998 in Reno, NV, he married Patricia Ann Carpenter, who survives. Other survivors include 3 daughters, Juanita Polen of Roseville, MI; Kathleen (Anthony) Tahnoose of Warren, MI; Mary Ellen Bonifield of Vista, CA; 2 sons Tony Bonifield of CA; Ted Colby, Jr. of CA; 15 grandchildren; 5 great-grandsons; a half-brother, Carl Bonifield, Jr. of Spencerville, OH and parents-in-law, Howard (Esther) Carpenter of New Bremen, OH. Mr. Colby was a rancher who enjoyed fishing, prospecting and raising homing pigeons. He was a veteran of the US Navy, having served during World War II. Graveside funeral services are scheduled Tuesday May 6, 2006 at the Neptune Cemetery, in Neptune, OH. Arrangements are entrusted to the Miller Funeral Home (Ohio 703 West Chapel in St. Marys.

COLDIRON, Derrick Michael Coldiron (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Derrick Michael Coldiron, 14, of 224 West Anthony Street, Celina, died Wednesday, June 15, 2011, at Children's Medical Center, Dayton. He was born March 19, 1997, in Coldwater, Ohio, the son of Casandra Coldiron and she survives in Celina. He is also survived by his maternal grandparents with whom he made his home, Jack and Louise Coldiron of Celina; by his siblings: Courtney Coldiron; Lucas Coldiron; Mia Jacquay and Parkin Jacquay all four of Celina; by an aunt, Chasity Wolfe of Celina; uncles Mike Wolfe of Celina and Christopher Coldiron of Coldwater. Derrick was home schooled and had attended Only Believe Ministries in Botkins, OH. He was surrounded and cherished by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Derrick "Blue Boy" Coldiron enjoyed music, long walks, being with his family and his cartoons. He loved the color blue. Funeral rites will be Monday, June 20, 2011, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Memorial donations may be given to a college fund for his siblings.

COLDIRON, Fred L. Coldiron (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Fred L. Coldiron, 58, of 100 West Spring Street, Saint Marys, Ohio, died Friday, October 9, 2009, at Saint Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born July 28, 1951, in Welch, WV, the son of John and Mary (Rocchi) Coldiron. He is survived by his siblings: Linda (Terry) Zacharias of Saint Marys; Ernest (Tonya) Coldiron of Saint Marys; Jackie (Louise) Coldiron of Celina; Harley (Kathy) Coldiron of Dunnellon, FL; Don (Joyce) Coldiron of Rushylvania, OH; Carl Coldiron of London, OH; by 4 step- children: Shonn (Jennifer) Kennedy of New Knoxville; Robert (Heather Dorsten) Kennedy of Celina; Scott Kennedy of Fort Worth, TX; Ronald Kennedy of Wichita Falls, TX; by 6 grandchildren; by his former wife, Dianne Kennedy of Saint Marys. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: John and James Coldiron; by a step-son, Steven Kennedy; and a grandson, Shane Kennedy. Mr. Coldiron was self-employed in the recycling industry. He enjoyed working on cars, spending time with his grandchildren, watching cartoons and Clint Eastwood movies. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Funeral rites will be Friday, October 16, 2009, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, Ohio. Burial will be held at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the family.

COLE, Donald E. Cole (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 6 September 2014) Donald E. “Don” Cole, age 80, of Wapakoneta died Saturday September 6, 2014 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born on November 25, 1933 in Wapakoneta to George & Leota (Hawkey) Cole who preceded him in death. On September 11, 1955 he married Susan Hill and she survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors also include 2 daughters; Betsy & Mike Kitta and Julie & Curt Salmons, 5 grandchildren Josh Cole, Casey Kitta, Coran Kitta, Seth Salmons and Donald Jeffery Salmons, 4 great-grandchildren BillyDean Jo Cole, Isabella Salmons, MacKenzie Salmons and soon expecting Hayden James Salmons, a sister Betty & Russ Moon, a brother James & Marty Cole and a sister-in-law Donna Jean Cole. He was preceded in death by an infant son, 2 brothers and a sister-in-law Cliff & Rosie Hawkey and George Cole. Don worked at Fisher Cheese Company and then retired from the Auglaize County Highway Department after 30 plus years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting and trapping turtles. He especially loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. A private family service will follow afterwards. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

COLE, George O. Cole Jr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 April 2008) George O. Cole Jr., age 78, of Fryburg, died Saturday, April 12, 2008, at the Lima Memorial Health System. He was born Nov. 1, 1929, in Wapakoneta, a son of George and Leota (Hawkey) Cole and they preceded him in death. On June 11, 1950, he married Donna J. Chiles, and she survives in Fryburg. He is also survived by 2 daughters, Elizabeth (Darrell) Roop of Coldwater, Vickie Woodruff of Fostoria; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers; 1 sister; and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a son-in-law, and a brother. Funeral services will be Thursday, at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501 in Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow at the Resthaven Cemetery, near Moulton. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

COLEMAN, Emma Lou Coleman (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 18 March 2015) Emma Lou Coleman, age 76, of Wapakoneta died Wednesday March 18, 2015 at Wapakoneta Manor. She was born on November 25, 1938 in Shelby County to Eugene & Lura (Heiland) Kantner who preceded her in death. On December 8, 1984 she married Kenneth E. Coleman and he survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors also include 3 daughters; Kay Butler, Kim (Jon) Dodds, Kriss (Joe) Schmerge, a daughter-in-law Sandy Butler, 4 step-daughters and a step-son Jeanine Coleman, Jane (Jay) Davis, Jody Ewing, Joe (Helen) Coleman, Jill (Jamie) Honeyman, 32 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren and a brother Donald (JoAnn) Kantner. She was preceded in death by 2 sons Dennis and Clifford Butler, a step-son-in-law Dan Ewing, a sister Sharon Kantner and a brother Fritz Kantner. Emma Lou was a 1957 graduate of Blume High School. She had worked for Wapakoneta Products and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She enjoyed motorcycling with Ken and their club “The Goldwings.” She especially enjoyed camping with their club throughout and at Indian Lake. She will be remembered for all the love she gave her children and grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday March 21, 2015 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Health Management Diabetes Center.

COHEE, Jimmie D. Cohee (Abstracted from Obituary | Jimmie D Cohee | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Jimmie D. Cohee, age 74, of Russia, Ohio died Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Upper Valley Medical Center, Troy, OH after battling heart disease for 26 years. He was born November 24, 1938 in Versailles to the late Ralph Cohee and Mary (Seman) Cohee-Frazier. His mother survives in Greenville. He married Madonna Kelch on July 17, 1958 at St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia. She survived in Russia. He is also survived by children; Gina & Robert Griesdorn, Piqua, Jim Jr. & Shelley Cohee, Russia, Jody & Ed Seger Jr., McCartyville, 8 grandchildren, Madison & Morgan Griesdorn, Haley, Hannah & Hunter Cohee, Jacob, Josh & Joel Seger, sisters Helen & Jerry Wright, Greenville, Shirley Hughes, Greenville, brother-in-law Wayne Grenier, Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by his father, his step-father Norman Frazier, sister Mary Louise Grenier & brother Robert Cohee. He was a member of St. Remy Catholic Church. He worked at Francis Manufacturing for 17 years and owned and operated the Russia Inn for 3 years and at National Tag / Paxar in Vandalia until retirement. He enjoyed his trips to Florida & Canada and was a loving husband, father, grandfather & brother. A Memorial Mass will be at St. Remy Catholic Church. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association in Jimmie's Name or monetary contributions to the family to help cover medical expenses. Hogenkamp Funeral Home Russia has been entrusted with the arrangements.

COLEMAN, Ronald L. Coleman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420648) Ronald Coleman age 71 of Minster, Ohio passed away Sunday October 16, 2011 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home, from a rare form of Parkinson's Disease (PSP). He will be greatly missed by his wife of 50 years Earlene Coleman, Minster, Ohio, his daughter Kimberly & Matt Waite, Moorseville, IN, son John Coleman, Milford, Ohio, grandchildren Kelsey & Andrew Waite & Max Coleman. He retired from Chrysler Corp and also got his pilot's license while working at Piper Aircraft. He belonged to the Experimental Aircraft Assoc. and had built his own gyrocopter, and flew his own Cessna Aircraft. He was an avid pilot, boater & car enthusiast. Memorial service will be Saturday, October 22, 2011. Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Manor Nursing Home or the State of the Heart Hospice.

COLLETT, Sandra K. Collett (Abstracted from Obituary | Sandra K. Collett of Coldwater, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Sandra K. Collett, age 51, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton. She was born May 2, 1969 in Coldwater to the late Louie & Joan (Heitkamp) Reigelsperger. She is survived by her sons Derek and Brent both of Vandalia; siblings, Linda & Kurt McAfee, Deb & Mark Schroyer and Jodie & Steve Lange of Coldwater. She was a member of Celina Baptist Temple and the Coldwater Eagles. Sandra will be remembered as friendly, personable, good hearted, and did not know a stranger. A funeral service following all CDC guidelines will be at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater.

COLLINGSWORTH, Fred L. Collingsworth, Jr. (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 4 June 2018) Fred L. Collingsworth, Jr., age 46, formerly of St. Marys, OH died Monday June 4, 2018 at his residence in Lima, OH. He was born May 1, 1972 in St. Marys, OH to Fred L. and Sue (Lower) Collingsworth, Sr. He is survived by 2 sons Brayden Collingsworth and Parker Collingsworth both of Berne, IN; his father Fred Collingsworth, Sr. of Lima, OH; 1 sister Glenda Garrison (John Prouty) of Lexington, KY; 1 brother Jeff Collingsworth; 3 uncles Dale Collingsworth of St. Marys, OH; Al Collingsworth and Ed Collingsworth both of Tennessee; and 2 aunts Joy Gehle of Rockford, OH; and Linda Stamm, Haines City, FL. Preceded in death by his mother Sue Collingsworth. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1991). Prior to becoming disabled, he worked as a production employee for Copeland Corp. in Sidney, OH and as a custodian for South Adams Co. Elementary School in Berne, IN. His favorite pastimes included playing his guitar, listening to music, fishing and spending time with his friends and family. Rites are scheduled Friday June 15, 2018 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys.

COLLINGSWORTH, Susan Collingsworth (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Susan “Sue” Collingsworth, age 71, of 903 East Spring Street, Saint Marys, OH, died Friday, August 22, 2014, at the Saint Marys Living Center. She was born June 10, 1943, in Garrett, IN, the daughter of Leroy and Martha (Daughtery) Lower, Sr. She married Fred Collingsworth on April 24, 1971, and he survives in Saint Marys. She is survived by her children: Glenda (John Proutey) Garrison of Lexington, KY; Fred Collingsworth, Jr. of Saint Marys; Jeff (Amanda) Collingsworth of Sidney, OH; by 5 grandchildren: Brayden, Parker, Cooper, Carter and Coleman Collingsworth; her siblings: Joy (Paul) Gehle of Rockford, OH; Linda Stamm of Haines City, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leroy Lower, Sr. and Martha Lower Boroff; by her siblings: Charles Lower; Leroy Lower, Jr.; Edward Lower; Nancy Lower; Earl Lower and Roslyn Freeman. Sue retired from the Copeland Corporation in Sidney. She was a member of the First Church of God in Saint Marys. She was a very social person who loved spending time with her family and her many friends. Funeral rites will be Friday, August 29, 2014, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens.

COLLINGSWORTH, Wilma E. Collingsworth (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Wilma E. Collingsworth, 67, of 802 East Spring St., St. Marys, OH died Saturday, June 20, 2009 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born December 27, 1941 in Carbondale, OH, the daughter of Henry and Phyllis (Branscomb) Frank. She married Dale Collingsworth on July 3, 1976 in Decatur, IN and he survives at the residence. She is survived by 2 daughters, Stacy (Joe) Weaver of St. Marys, OH; Angie Dixon of Cincinnati, OH; 2 sons, Lonny (Fay) Shimp of Fountain, CO; Tommy (Jodi) Shimp of New Bremen, OH; 15 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 3 sister, Lyn (Mark) Sholler; Sandra (Ron) Suchland; Karen Sparks all three of St.Marys, OH; 1 brother, James (Brenda) Frank of Coldwater, OH; and 1 nephew, Michael Garee of Fairborn, OH (whom she raised). She was preceded in death by her parents. Wilma was a 1959 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. She retired from Trim Trends in Spencerville, OH. She greatly loved her family and enjoyed reading, needlepoint, and putting jigsaw puzzles together. She was especially fond of kitty cats. She was a member of Faith Alliance Church in New Bremen, OH. Funeral rites will be Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys, OH. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to St.Rita's Hospice.

COLLINS, Alma Louise Combs Collins (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 24 May 2016) Alma L Collins, age 84, of 309 Magnolia Street, Celina, OH, and formerly of Saint Marys, died Tuesday, May 24, 2016, at Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born September 7, 1931, in Vest, KY, the daughter of Bryan and Madge (Huff) Combs. She married Billy Collins on December 24, 1949, in Hazard, KY, and he preceded her in death on June 25, 1996. She is survived by her two children: Bobby Collins and Belinda Goodwin both of Celina; 2 grandchildren: Amber (Andy) Blake and Eric Goodwin; 3 great- grandchildren: Keaton Blake, Braxtyn Blake and Harlow Blake; and her siblings: Bruce Combs of Saint Marys, and Jessie Gibson of Saint Marys. Alma was preceded in death by her parents and by her husband; by her brothers, Orville Combs and John Combs; by her sisters, Clarinda Combs and Irema Campbell. Alma graduated from Hindman High School in Hindman, KY. She retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys after 30 years of service. She enjoyed gardening and caring for her home. The love of her life was her family. Funeral rites will be Friday, May 27, 2016, at Samaria Missionary Baptist Church in Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys is handling the arrangements.

COLLINS, Betty J. Collins (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 July 2010) Betty J. Collins, age 82, of Wapakoneta, died Monday, July 5, 2010, at Wapakoneta Manor. She was born April 23, 1928, in Wapakoneta, a daughter of John Howard and Ruth M. (Morey) Brown, who preceded her in death. On April 26, 1947, she married John B. Collins and he survives in Wapakoneta. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Gerri Brown of Wapakoneta; a brother-in-law, Wesley McPheron of Wapakoneta; a niece, Leslie (Gale) Miller of Uniopolis; a nephew, Tom Brown of Wapakoneta; 7 great-nieces and nephews, Brent (Eiren) Miller, Aaron (Katie) Miller, Meagen Miller, Galen Miller, Alexis Brown, Alec Brown, Colton Brown; close friends, Brenda and Collins Marc Shoffstall of Wapakoneta. She was preceded in death by a brother, Berlyn T. Brown and a sister, Rose Marie McPheron. A homemaker, Betty worked at the Wapakoneta Daily News. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta, and a 1946 graduate of Blume High School. She enjoyed crocheting, and spending time with her family. Funeral services will be Friday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

COLLINS, Kristine Mackenbach Collins (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 19 March 2019) Kristine Mackenbach Collins, age 71, of Saint Marys, died swiftly and peacefully of natural causes in her beloved home of 48 years on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. She was born June 12, 1947, in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of William C. and Virginia (Brecount) Mackenbach. She is survived by her children Matthew (Marty) Collins of Lebanon, OH and Marcey Collins of Ann Arbor, MI and by her sister, Pollyanne Dux of Birmingham, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents. Kristine is also survived by a large group of fiercely devoted and diverse group of friends that include lifelong friendships, her church family, a weekly ladies Wednesday breakfast group, co-workers, political allies and adversaries, and stacks of her beloved books. Kristine was a 1965 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School and attended the Chicago School of Fashion & Design from 1965 to 1967 and retired a Deputy Auditor of Auglaize County, Ohio. She was a lifelong member of Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys. During the 1980’s and early 1990’s Kristine was active in local politics on the Auglaize County Democratic Central Committee, as well as a volunteer pole station monitor and officer for the Board of Elections and served multiple terms on St. Marys City Council as a Councilperson-at-Large. A voracious reader, she devoured anything related to American history and politics and was on a mission to read the biographies of each President of the United States. Kristine will be remembered for her distinctive and contagious laugh, a passion for the city of St. Marys, politics, her beloved brick street, world famous macaroni salad and peanut brittle recipes, and an unwavering capacity to listen and provide comfort. Funeral rites will be at Zion Lutheran Church, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to the Saint Marys Community Foundation. Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys, is entrusted with Kristine’s funeral arrangements.

COLLINS, Lora Collins (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Lora Collins, 75, of 1708 Nagel Street, Saint Marys, OH, died suddenly Saturday, November 26, 2011, at OSU Medical Center, Columbus, OH. She was born January 8, 1936, in Mousie, KY, the daughter of Troy and Biddie (Wicker) Chaffins. She married Morrell Collins on March 5, 1955 and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her 2 children: Lutrena (Dan) Slusser of Celina; Amain (Sue) Collins of Celina; by 4 grandchildren: Michael Slusser; Dustin Collins; Jeremy Collins; Makayla Slusser; by 1 great-grandson, Mason Collins; by her siblings: Ballard Chaffins of Saint Marys; Myrtle Johnson of Kendallville, IN; Cora Fields of Hindman, KY; Dora Lewis of Crossville, TN; and Sally Fairchild of Saint Marys. She was preceded in death by her parents and by 5 brothers: Coy Chaffins; James Chaffins; Richard Chaffins; Paris Chaffins and Leo Chaffins. Lora was a 1953 graduate of Hindman High School. She graduated from Alice Lloyd College and earned her Master’s Degree at Ohio Northern University. She retired after 30 years of service from the Parkway Local Schools, where she was a kindergarten teacher. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Saint Marys. Her children and grandchildren were her life. Funeral rites will be held 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at the First Church of The Nazarene in Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the First Church of the Nazarene.

COLLINS, Maddux Rose Collins (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=81873714_MCollins) Maddux Rose Collins, twenty-four day old daughter of J. J. and Addy (McCoy) Collins of Yorkshire, died at her home on January 2, 2018. She was born December 9, 2017 in Yorkshire. She is survived by her sisters Sawyer and Campbell at home; grandparents Tom & Kelly McCoy and Timothy & Drenda Collins; maternal great grandfather Jack Nelson; and aunts and uncles Alicia & Joe Rucker, Chet & Alison Collins and Maree & Richard Lorenz. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, January 6, 2017 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in the name of Maddux Rose Collins to Knights of Columbus Charities.

COLLINS, Suzanne Rae Collins (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 28 November 2018) Suzanne Rae Collins, age 62, of Wapakoneta, OH died Wednesday November 28, 2018 at her residence. She was born February 26, 1956 in Cleveland, OH to Robert B. and Anna Mae (Gannon) Moore. She is survived by her daughter Caroline Collins of Lima, OH; son Richard (Christy) Collins of Wapakoneta, OH; step-daughter Kassee Fryberger; 14 grandchildren; 3 brothers Tom Moore; Al (Tammy) Moore; Bob (Colleen) Moore all three of Cleveland, OH; and nieces and nephews. She worked as a waitress at several area restaurants, including the former Chalet Inn in Wapakoneta and the former Chocolate Strawberry Cafe in New Knoxville, OH. Her favorite pastimes include gardening and thrift shopping. More than anything else, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Private family services will be held.

COLLINSWORTH, Susan Collingsworth (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 26 August 2014) Susan "Sue" Collingsworth, age 71, of 903 E. Spring St., St. Marys, died Friday, Aug. 22, 2014, at the St. Marys Living Center. She was born on June 10, 1943, in Garrett, IN, the daughter of Martha (Daughtery) and Leroy Lower Sr. She married Fred Collingsworth on April 24, 1971, and he survives in St. Marys. She is survived by her children, Glenda (John Proutey) Garrison of Lexington, KY; Fred Collingsworth Jr. of St. Marys; Jeff (Amanda) Collingsworth of Sidney; by five grandchildren and two sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents and by six siblings. Funeral rites will be Friday at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens.

COLSON, Janice N. Blunk Colson (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 12 February 2017) Janice “Jan” N. Colson, age 64, of 00020 US Rt. 33, Saint Marys, died suddenly Sunday, February 12, 2017, at Saint Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born October 22, 1952, in Brecksville, Ohio, the daughter of Clarence and Delores (Thies) Blunk. She married Randy Colson on August 7, 1982, in Brecksville, Ohio, and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her two daughters, Jodi Wasinski of Cleveland, OH and Jill Colson of Scottsburg, IN. Jan was preceded in death by her parents, and by her siblings, Loretta Smith and Roger Blunk. She was a 1970 graduate of Brecksville High School. She was a computer programmer, and was employed at the Mercer County, Ohio, Auditor’s Office. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys. Jan loved horses and had been a barrel racer. She was a 4-H Advisor to the Horse Department of Auglaize County 4-H, and served on the Ohio Girls Barrel Racing Committee. She also liked to travel and watch the Cleveland Browns games. Funeral rites will be Saturday, February 18, 2017, at Zion Lutheran Church, Saint Marys. Private family burial rites will be held at a later date. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys is handling the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given to the Auglaize County 4-H Horse Department.

COLSON, Richard F. Colson (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 June 2016) Richard F. "Dick" Colson, age 84, of Celina, died Saturday, June 25, 2016. He was born on May 25, 1932, in Mercer County to the late Frank and Mertie (Mosier) Colson. On Aug. 7, 1954, he married Mary Jo Maier, who survives in Celina. Also surviving is a son Jeffery (Sharon) Colson of New Knoxville, two grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, five step-great- grandchildren, one step-great-great-grandchild and a stepbrother. Dick is preceded in death by his two sisters, a brother, five stepsisters and a stepbrother. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was also a lifetime member of the Celina American Legion Post 210. A Mass of Christian burial will be Thursday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina. Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the I.C. Endowment Fund.

COLVIN, Donna Lee Colvin (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 1 August 2008) Donna Lee Colvin, age 82, 1203 Harbor Point Drive, Celina, died Monday, July 28, 2008, at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima, of natural causes. She was born Sept. 9, 1925, in Uniopolis, a daughter of Lee Parlette and Opal Spees and they preceded her in death. On Sept. 5, 1947, she married Don E. Colvin and he preceded her in death in November of 2000. She is survived by four sons, Kendal (Cynthia) Colvin of Mansfield, Keldon Colvin of Celina, Ted (Karen) Colvin of Berea and Bruce Colvin of Ulster Park, NY; a daughter, Candi (Robert) Banks of Dublin; three brothers, two sisters; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, at Cisco Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will follow at North Grove Cemetery, Celina. Memorial contributions may be directed to Mercer County Library.

COLVIN, Gladys M. Colvin (Abstracted from the Lima News Dec 21, 1977) St Marys -- Gladys M. Colvin, age 81, died Tuesday in Joint Township Hospital. Survivors include two sisters, Mary Jane Colvin of here and Mrs. Ada M. Anselman of Celina. Services will be in Yoder-Long Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Salem Cemetery, Monticello.

COLWELL, Esta Mae Colwell (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Esta Mae Colwell, age 92, of Mendon, passed away Thursday, August 16, 2012 at her daughter's residence in Mendon. She was born October 3, 1919 in Yerkes, KY to Sam & Para Lee (Caldwell) Colwell. She married Hershel Colwell on September 25, 1936 and he preceded her in death on May 22, 1997. She is survived by her daughter: Glenda High of Mendon, two Sons: Clayton (Pat) Colwell of Viper, KY and Kenneth (Sherrillene) Colwell of Corpus Christi, TX, 6 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are 2 brothers: Lowell Colwell of St. Marys and Everett (Betty) Colwell of Decatur, IN. She was preceded in death by two Sisters: Nellie McIntyre and Nora Harris and five brothers: Elige, Herman, Curtis, French and James Colwell. A great grandson: Scott Jackson and her son-in-law: Ray D. High also preceded her in death. She was a homemaker and a member of the New Start Church of God in Celina. Her Hobbies were Flower and Vegetable Gardening, Crocheting and Sewing. Funeral Services are Monday, August 20 at the New Start Church. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina. Memorial Contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice, 230 W. Main St., Coldwater, Ohio 45828.

COLWELL, Francine Colwell (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Francine Colwell, age 69, 709 Magnolia St., St. Marys, died Nov. 5, 2006, at Valley Nursing Home, St. Marys, following an extended illness. She was born Aug. 9, 1937, in Pineville, KY, to John and Myrtle Partin Martin. On Sept. 29, 1956, she married Lowell Colwell, who survives. Also surviving are 3 daughters, Belinda (Eric) Stoner, of Cincinnati, Teresa Rowen, of St. Marys, and Regina, of Columbus; 3 brothers, Dillard Martin, of Dayton, Huston Martin, of Portsmouth, VA, and Carl Martin, of Arlington, TX; 1 sister, Jeannette Eldridge, of St. Marys; and 4 granddaughters. Deceased are two brothers, Garrett and Bill Ed Martin. She was a homemaker and did babysitting in her home. She was a graduate of Bell County High School, KY, and a member of American Legion Post 323 Ladies Auxiliary and Samaria Missionary Baptist Church, both of St. Marys. Services are Wednesday at the church. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to the Auglaize County unit of the American Cancer Fund.

COMBS, Christine P. Leece Combs (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 November 2008) Christine P. Leece Combs, age 96, of Wapakoneta, formerly of Lexington, KY, died Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008, at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. She was born Aug. 6, 1912, in Cynthiana, KY, a daughter, of Hurbert and Julia (Richards) Perraut and they preceded her in death. She married Oscar Leece, and he preceded her in death. She then married Henry Combs, and he preceded her in death. She is survived by two daughters, Julia Agee of Lexington, KY, and Doris Davis of Wapakoneta; 16 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son, Robert Leece; six brothers, and eight sisters. Funeral services will be Wednesday, at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Northridge Elementary Library or to the Auglaize County Humane Society.

COMBS, Martha Doris Combs (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 June 2008) Martha Doris "Ma" Combs, age 86, of 1001 Myers Road, Celina, died Sunday, June 1, 2008, at Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born May 13, 1922, in London, KY, a daughter of Arch and Lucille (Johnson) Tipton and they preceded her in death. In 1936 she married Willie Combs and he preceded her in death in 1953. She is survived by five children, Madelyn Grunden of Montezuma, Norm (Lester) Young of Celina, Brenda (Ed) Butterini Jr., of Celina, Rita (Bill) Craft of Celina, Frank (Brenda) Combs of St. Marie, Canada; 22 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son, Thomas Combs; and a daughter, Louise Baggs; and three brothers. Funeral services will be Wednesday, at Cisco Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Cancer Society.

COMBS, Patricia Ann Combs (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 12 January 2020) Patricia Ann Combs, age 72, of Celina, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 12, 2020. She passed at home with her beloved poodle, Sadie and sister, Debbie at her side. Ann was a loving, caring mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend, with a generous soul. She was the best home cook, and made the best meatloaf ever. She loved all animals, especially dogs - hers were Misty (R.I.P.), Pooh Bear (R.I.P.), and Sadie. She also loved birds and flowers, and definitely had a green thumb! Ann will be missed more than she will ever know. She never gave a second thought to helping someone in need. The world will never be the same without the beautiful rose known as Ann. May she rest in peace, and never feel pain again. We love you Mom♡. Surviving are three children: son, Steve Jacobs of Texas, and daughters, Laura Kane of Illinois, and Tonya Combs of Texas, ten grandchildren: Bobby Jacobs of Illinois, Brittany Atwell of Arkansas, Heather Contreras and Joshua Jacobs of Texas, Jeffery Minyard and Jennifer Minyard of Texas, Tyler Kane and Seth Kane of Illinois, and Randi Combs and Spencer Combs of Texas, thirteen great grandchildren, and her sister, Debbie Martinez of Florida. She was preceded in death by her mother, Sarah Sanning Criss, son, Tommy Lee Combs, brothers, Larry Houts and Herb Sanning, and her former husband, Carl T. Combs. Visitation will be held at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina, on Saturday, February 1st. A small gathering of family will attend a graveside committal service following at Mercer Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Animal Protection League of Mercer County. APL is a no-kill organization. Address: PO Box 663, Celina, Phone: 419-586-2887.

COMBS, Phyllis Dayle Combs (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – March 1, 2012) Phyllis Dayle Combs, age 86, died Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, at Otterbein - St. Marys. Services will be Friday at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Shawnee Chapel.

COMBS, Tommy Lee Combs (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Tommy Lee Combs, age 44, a former Celina resident, passed away August 14, 2011 at his home in Bridgeport, TX. He was born in Celina on January 24, 1967 to Ann Combs, who survives in Celina and the late Carl Thomas "Tom" Combs. Also surviving are his wife: Michelle and their daughter Payton, of Bridgeport. Tommy was also the father of a daughter: Randi Combs and a son: Spencer Combs. They survive in Arlington, TX along with his granddaughter: Hallie Bella Martinez. A step-son: Brendon Johnson, survives in Bridgeport. His brother, Steven (Cristy) Jacobs of Boyd, TX and 2 sisters, Tonya (Wayne) Hearne of Fort Worth, TX and Laura (Joey) Kane of O'Fallon, IL also survive, as well as various aunts, uncles and cousins in the Celina area. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. Tommy was a Master Carpenter in the housing industry and was self-employed at his business, Combs Construction of Bridgeport. He had attended Celina Schools and was a member of the Baptist Faith. Work and family were his interests. He enjoyed Football and Basketball and his kid's soccer games and other activities. Services will be held Saturday, August 20th at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport. Plans for a Memorial Service to be held in Celina at a later date are pending. Memorial donations in memory of Tommy may be made to the Donor's Choice.

COMER, Charlie Lee Comer (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 February 2012) Charlie (Chuck) Lee Comer, age 74, of Wapakoneta, died Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012, at his residence. He was born on Oct. 20, 1937, to Charlie Ruben and Evadna Iona (Walker) Comer, and they preceded him in death. He married Sandra Jane (Goodwin) Comer, and she survives in Wapakoneta. He is also survived by his children, Charlie (Terri) Comer of Libby, MT, Tonya (Steve) Burden of Wapakoneta, Tracy (Jim) Hegemier of Ellenton, FL, Troy (Leisha) Comer of Wapakoneta and Toyetta (Steve Boyce) Beukes of Long Beach, CA; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a brother and two sisters. He was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law; a niece; a nephew and a great-granddaughter. Graveside services for family and friends will be Thursday at Resthaven Memory Gardens in St. Marys. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to Moulton Gun Club. Arrangements are being handled by the Bayliff& Eley Funeral Home, Wapakoneta.

COMPTON, Gale R. Compton (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – May 9, 2013) Gale R. Compton, age 86, of Van Wert, died Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at the Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center. He was born on Oct. 7, 1926, in Haviland, to parents Roscoe Compton and Ethel Irene (Reid), both of whom preceded him in death. He married Vernabel Louise (Murphy) on Feb. 4, 2008, and she survives. He is also survived by 1 daughter, Jacqueline Sherer of Van Wert; 2 sons, Randall (Patrice) Compton of St. Marys and Ronald (Eve) Compton of St. Marys; 5 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dale R. Compton, and a sister, Phyllis Compton. He had worked for Montgomery Ward and was a deputy for the Van Wert County Sheriff Department. He was a retired trooper with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, having been posted at Wauseon, Defiance, St. Marys and Ashtabula. He was awarded the Carnegie Medal for heroism and the O.W. Merill Award for Valor, the highest award offered by the OSHP. Following retirement, he did photography for Michael Photography in Lima and served as Safety Director for Tajon Trucking in Mercer, PA. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, and graduated from Haviland-Scott High School in 1944. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, and a 50-year member of Mercer Lodge 121, F. & A.M., St. Marys, a member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Valley of Dayton Member of VFW Post 5803, Van Wert, and the Van Wert Elks Lodge #1197. Services will be Saturday at Cowan and Son Funeral Home in Van Wert. Burial will follow at Ridge Cemetery in Ridge Township. Honors will be conducted by the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Memorials may be made to the Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center.

COMPTON, Randall E. Compton (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 23 August 2018) Randall E. Compton, age 67, of St. Marys, OH died Thursday August 23, 2018 at The OSU Medical Center in Columbus, OH. He was born April 9, 1951 in Van Wert, OH to Gale R. and Vernabel L. (Murphy) Compton. On February 14, 1970 in St. Marys, OH he married Patricia “Trish” Pruitt, who survives. Also survived by 1 daughter Machelle (Brent Delgado) McKinney of Lima, OH; 1 son Dr. Michael (Tara) Compton of St. Marys, OH; 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and a brother Ronald (Eve) Compton of St. Marys, OH. Preceded in death by: parents Gale and Vernabel Compton. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1969). He spent his entire working career in the grocery industry, beginning at the age of fifteen. He worked at Marsh Supermarket and Brodbeck’s Market in St. Marys, and eventually retired as manager of frozen foods for Chief Supermarket in Celina, OH. His favorite pastimes included fishing and driving around the Sandy Beach neighborhood in his golf cart. Randy enjoyed barbecuing with his son, late night golf cart rides with his daughter and going everywhere with his wife and high school sweetheart, Trish. He listened to Elvis Presley and gospel music while transporting his grandsons to different sporting activities. He loved talking to everyone in the community, he never knew a stranger and would spend the majority of his time outdoors. More than anything else, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren. Rites are scheduled to be Tuesday August 28, 2018 at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys followed by graveside services at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys.

COMUS, Irene A. Comus (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 June 2011) Irene A. Comus, age 70, of Tucson, AZ, died Tuesday, May 31, 2011, in Tucson, AZ, after a lengthy illness. She was the wife of Steve Comus, formerly of St. Marys, and the daughter-in-law of Louis Comus of St. Marys. She is survived by her husband, Steve; her children, Ralph, Coreen and Robert; her grandchildren, Ralph, Steven, Richard and Monique; her great-grandchildren, Jason, Mercedes and Isabella. Funeral services were held at the Angel Valley Funeral Home in Tucson, AZ. Graveside services will be Thursday at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Local graveside services will be through the Miller Funeral Home in St. Marys.

COMUS, Louis F. Comus (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 15 January 2018) Louis F. Comus, age 101, long a resident, denizen and good guy of St. Marys, died peacefully in Scottsdale, Arizona on January 7, 2018. Louie was born December 15, 1916, in Wabash, IN, to Frank and Mary Etta (Watson) Comus. After graduating from Wabash High School, he earned his chemical engineering degree from Indiana Institute of Technology. He married Dessie L. Shockey, also from Wabash, on August 25, 1940, and the couple settled in St. Marys, where Louie was employed at Goodyear in the metal preparation department, in which he served as engineer and supervisor until his retirement in 1982. Louie helped establish Goodyear Boy Scout Troop 136, serving as Scoutmaster for 12 years. He led the Troop Committee, recruited numerous other adult leaders, supervised many campouts, and encouraged many boys into leadership positions in Scouting and in life. At Wayne Street United Methodist Church, Louie held several leadership positions, including the administrative board, and was an active Bible study participant. He regularly prepared and circulated tapes of sermons for Interfaith Ministries and worked with the St. Marys Ministerial Association. Louie served through all of the chairs at Mercer Lodge #121, F&AM, and recently received the 70 Year Membership Award from The Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio. Louie was a member of the St. Marys Rotary Club and received the Rotary Citizen of the Year Award in 1995, the same year he was recognized as Auglaize County Senior Citizen of the Year. He was given the Chamber of Commerce Builder of Bridges Award in 2000. Louie was an auction “junkie,” and often admitted that he had auction fever. For many years he never missed a farm or home auction, or a garage or yard sale. He had an impressive eye for value, as well as an inimical bidding style. He was a tireless volunteer at Agape Ministries, serving on its Board for several years, packing and distributing food boxes every week, picking up meals and other food, including car-loads of potato chips, from surrounding towns, and helping Agape help others, especially seniors. In his spare time he would be found as Dessie’s helper at the St. Marys Dairy Queen, and as a loving and caring husband and father. In his later years, he visited friends and other seniors at the hospital and in care homes, and enjoyed the brotherhood of similarly-maturing guys over morning coffee and doughnuts at Pantry Pride. Louie was preceded in death by Dessie, his wife of 58 years, and by his daughter Connie. He is survived by sons Lou, Jr. (Pat) and Steve; grandsons Lou III (Christine) and Chris; and great-grandchildren Louis IV, Robert, Alexandra, Stephen, Elijah, Michael and Joshua, all of Arizona. A celebration of Louie’s life will be Saturday January 20, 2018 at Wayne Street United Methodist Church, 130 N. Wayne Street, St. Marys. Interment will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, 1275 Greenville Rd. The family appreciates donations to the Louis and Dessie Comus Scholarship fund for college-bound Memorial High School seniors who plan a career in education; send to the St. Marys Community Foundation, 146 E. Spring St., St. Marys, OH 45885. Arrangements are entrusted to the Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys, OH.

CONDON, Robert L. Condon (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 November 2018) Robert L. "Bob" Condon, age 71, of Versailles passed away Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy. Bob was born Dec. 18, 1946, in Greenville to the late Russell E. and Margaret M. (Baltes) Condon. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his brothers, James C. and Fredrick D. Condon and sister, Maria Condon. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 50 years, Rebecca (Monnin) Condon, whom he married on April 20, 1968; children, Tina (Kevin) Wibbeler of Zanesville, Matthew (Annelies) Condon of Lewis Center and Mandy Gawelek-Gross (Kevin Gross) of Centerville; grandchildren, Maggie Wibbeler, Emily Wibbeler, Thomas Wibbeler, Kees Condon, Kasper Condon, Frits Condon, Henry Gawelek, Leo Gawelek and Poppy Gawelek-Gross; great-granddaughter, Lucy Wibbeler-Robison; brother and sister-in-law, Dick (Angela) Condon of Russia; sister and brother-in-law, Marcie (Chuck) Meiring of Houston; sisters-in-law, Jenny Condon of Versailles and Roberta Condon of Versailles and numerous nieces and nephews. Bob graduated from Versailles High School as a proud member of the Class of 1965. He attended Western Kentucky University where he received his Bachelor's Degree and went on to earn his Master's Degree in education from Wright State University. His passion was to serve others and that theme was woven throughout his professional activities in education, government and athletics. His career in education began in the Fairlawn school system where he served as a teacher and principal. It continued in New Knoxville where he served as the high school principal from 1975 to 1979 and culminated in 2001 when he retired from St. Henry High School, having served as principal for 22 years. Bob proudly served on the Northwest District Athletic Board for the Ohio High School Athletic Association from 1985 to 2001. He was president of the OHSAA Board of Control for two years and he enjoyed being a member of numerous educational associations as well. He served as mayor of New Knoxville for multiple terms. Bob enjoyed the privilege of shaping the lives of others, and even after retirement, maintained strong connections with many of his former students and colleagues. Carrying out the Baltes family passion for music, Bob owned and operated RLC Music Memories where he enjoyed DJ'ing at weddings and parties for family and former students. Bob kept busy managing several rental properties. His lifetime passion for playing cards began as a young man at the Pool Hall in Versailles and most recently, he could be found playing a hand while sharing stories over coffee with his good friends at E&R's in Yorkshire. The hobby closest to his heart was to keep a fond eye on his nine grandkids and one great grandchild. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles. Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles is entrusted with th arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Versailles Emergency Medical Services.

CONKEL, Fred D. Conkel (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420922) Fred D. Conkel age 70, of Coldwater died Thursday, June 28, 2012 at his residence. He was born July 27, 1941 in Celina, OH to the late Robert & Freda (Drummond) Conkel. He married Frances A. Sherrill on June 29, 1968. She survives in Coldwater. He is also survived by children Darrel Lee & Mary Conkel, Celina, Robert & Kristen Conkel, Plain City, OH, Kimberly & Jamie Schott, 7 grandchildren Dustin, Katie, David, Ryan, Hunter, Nicholas & Jaret. He was a member of Celina Baptist Temple, the Celina VFW and American Legion and the Saddle Club at the Fairgrounds. Funeral Services will be Monday, July 2 at Lehman-Hogenkamp- Dzendzel Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will be in Mercer Memory Gardens with full military honors by Celina Firing Squad. Donations may be made Grand Lake Hospice.

CONKLIN, Melissa L. Conklin (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 March 2011) Melissa L. Conklin, age 45, of Kenton, formerly of Wapakoneta, died Friday, March 4, 2011, at the Triumph Hospital in Lima. She was born on Oct. 11, 1965, in Lima, the daughter of Thomas D. and Nancy E. (Hume) Camper, and they preceded her in death. On Oct. 7, 2006, she married Bradley R. Conklin, and he survives. She is also survived by her brother; her mother-in-law and her brother-in-law. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Salem United Methodist Church or to the Triumph Hospital.

CONLEY, Mel Conley (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 26 July 2018) Mel Conley, age 56, of Wapakoneta passed away Thursday, July 26, 2018 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus. He was born on October 25, 1961 to Neve & Cloytene (Daniels) Conley who preceded him in death. On May 2, 1997 he married Beth A. Unum and she survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors include three children, Brandy Conley, Chrystal Conley both of Kentucky, Kory (Mike) Yaney of St. Marys; seven grandchildren, Alexis, Nick, Garrett, Harper, Hailey, Hadley, Gage; two brothers, Jeff (Tammy) Conley of Lima, Jimmy Conley of Kentucky; two aunts, Kay (Mel) Poling of Lima and Charlotte Holbrook of Indiana. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Tyler Conley and a brother Rick Conley. Mel worked at Proctor and Gamble for 20 years as a Team Leader on Line 24. He was a member of Shawnee United Methodist Church. He enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidson, boating, camping, and vacationing at Ft. Myers, FL where he spent time on the beach. He was a University of Kentucky basketball fan and was always full of life and he never met a stranger and will always be remember for his distinct laugh. Most of all he dearly loved his grandchildren. Funeral services will be Monday, July 30, 2018 at Shawnee United Methodist Church. Burial will be at a later date. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta is entrusted with the arrangements.

CONN, Dorothy I. Conn (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dorothy I. Conn, age 91, formerly of Marion, IN, died Sunday February 16, 2014 at Gardens of Celina Nursing Home. She was born August 11, 1922 in Jonesboro, IN to James and Ora (Futrell) Baskett. She is survived by 3 daughters, Nancy Raypholtz of St. Marys, OH; Teresa (Paul) Hillsamer of Converse, IN; Jill (Phil) Blackburn of Darlington, MD; 1 son, Jeff Conn of Gas City, IN; 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents James and Ora Baskett; husband, Philip Conn; daughter, Amy Elizabeth Conn; and sisters, Joan Barber and Janet Wilson. She was a graduate of Jonesboro, IN High School. Mrs. Conn was a homemaker. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Marion, IN. Her favorite pastime was spending time at home with her family. Private services will be held, with burial to follow at Grant Memorial Park Cemetery, near Marion, IN.

CONNER, Eva Conner (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 October 2008) Eva Conner, age 83, of rural Spencerville, died Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, in the Lima Convalesant Home. She was born on Dec. 16, 1924, in Charleston WV, a daughter of Dial and Dosie Messer Patrick, who preceded her in death. On Sept. 21, 1946, she married Fred J. Conner Jr., who preceded her in death on Jan. 18, 2003. She is survived by three children, Carol Sue (James) Hoffer of Lima, Bernard L. (Carolyn) Conner of Cridersville, Barbara A. (Keith) Bantner of rural Spencerville; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three sisters; and a brother. She was also preceded in death by a grandchild and two infant brothers. Funeral services will be Wednesday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Maplewood Cemetery east of Spencerville. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Spencerville EMS.

CONNER, Evelyn Chambers Conner (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 April 2009) Evelyn Chambers Conner, age 90, formerly of South Frankfort Street, Minster, died Thursday, April 2, 2009, at The Grand Court in Dayton. She was born Sept. 10, 1918, in Minster, a daughter of Elmer and Mabel (Sevrin) Chambers, and they both preceded her in death. She married Robert L. Conner, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 12, 1990. She is survived by her children, Richard (Louise) Conner of Fort Myers, FL, Robert Jr. (Pamela) Conner of Xenia; a number of grandchildren and great- grandchildren; a brother and two sisters. Graveside services will be Monday, at the German Protestant Church in New Bremen.

CONNER, Jasperson Connor (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jan 24, 1928) Spencerville, Jan. 24, 1928 - Jasperson Connor, age 76, died at his home near Wapakoneta Monday due to heart disease. The remains were removed to the C. B. Miller and Son Funeral parlors here and will be taken to the home of a niece, Mrs. Arthur Spencer, S. Cottage Street. Funeral services will be at Kossuth M. E. Church. Burial will be in Kossuth Cemetery.

CONNORS, Paul T. Connors Sr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – August 9, 2013) Paul T. “Tom” Connors Sr., age 63, of Wapakoneta, died Thursday, Aug. 8, 2013, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg. He was born on July 23, 1950, in Estil, KY, the son of Thomas Burton and Valley (Cooley) Connors, who preceded him in death. On April 9, 2010, he married Kathy Wagner, and she survives. Other survivors include 3 children, Brenda (Ron) Rupard of St. Marys, Paul T. Connors, Jr. of Wapakoneta and Lacey Connors, Portsmouth; 2 step-children, Jeffrey Christian of St. Marys, Nichole (Danny) Walden of Speedwell, TN; 14 grandchildren; 3 sisters, Mary (Melvin) Norton of Celina, Charlene Connors, and Patty Connors, both of St. Marys. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, James Ray Connors; an infant sister, Shirley Ann Connors. Tom retired from Crown Equipment, New Bremen. He served in the Marine Corps. He attended the Only Believe Ministries, Botkins, and was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie 691, Wapakoneta. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and watching wrestling on TV. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys, where military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta VFW, Post 8445. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

CONRADI, Donna I. Conradi (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 October 2016) Donna I. Conradi, age 86, of New Bremen, died Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016, at St. Rita's Medical Center Hospice in Lima. She was born on March 21, 1930, in New Bremen to the late Henry C. and Carrie L. (Roettger) Greber. On Nov. 3, 1951, she married William L. Conradi Sr. in Fort Belvoir, VA, and he died on May 29, 2011. Surviving is a daughter-in-law Karen and Jim Conradi- Leugers of Minster, and her in-laws: Joan Greber of Celina; Mary Greber of Virginia; Edythe and Bill Henschen of New Knoxville; Ned and Nancy Conradi of New Bremen; and several nieces and nephews. Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her son William L. Conradi Jr. and her siblings: Adrian Greber, Milford Greber, Carol Vogan, Henry Greber, and William Greber. Donna was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen, where she had been a Sunday school teacher, and had played and sung at many weddings. She was a 1948 graduate of New Bremen High School. She worked as a Kindergarten aide at New Bremen Schools for many years, and later was an aide at the Auglaize Industries of New Bremen until her retirement in 2000. She was a long-time member of the New Bremen American Legion Post 241 Auxiliary, where she had served as a past president, and along with her family, took care of the American Legion Hall for many years. Donna loved to read. She especially enjoyed playing cards and going to dinner with her family and friends. She will be remembered as a woman of patience who lived her faith while having fun. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen. Interment will follow at the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Memorial contributions in honor of Donna can be made to the St. Paul U.C.C. Window Restoration Fund.

CONRADI, William L. Conradi Sr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 31 May 2011) William L. Conradi Sr., age 81, of 05504 State Route 274, New Bremen, died Sunday, May 29, 2011, at the St. Marys Living Center. He was born on Sept. 2, 1929, near New Bremen, the son of Lambert and Amelia (Kyburz) Conradi, and they preceded him in death. On Nov. 3, 1951, he married Donna Greber, and she survives near New Bremen. He is also survived by his daughter- in-law, Karen Conradi of New Bremen; his sister, Edythe (Bill) Henschen of New Knoxville; his brother, Ned (Nancy) Conradi of New Bremen; his sisters-in-law, Marjorie Dallas of Colorado Springs, CO, Joan Greber of Celina, Mary Greber of Tappannock, VA and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his son, William Conradi Jr. He served in Korea with the U. S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. He was a life member of the American Legion Post 241 of New Bremen and the VFW Post 5713 of Celina. He also was a member of the FOE Lodge in Celina. He was a 1947 graduate of New Bremen High School and participated in the high school basketball program. After high school, he also became a basketball referee and belonged to the former Tri County Referee's Association. He also raised horses and dogs over the years and belonged to the U. S. Trotters Association. He was an avid swimmer and could always be seen doing laps at the New Bremen swimming pool or at the local YMCA. He was engaged in farming his entire life, but in 1989 and for the next 18 years, he became part of the custodial staff at Auglaize Industries of New Bremen, and then for the next four years, he became a part-time truck driver for Auglaize Industries, officially retiring in February. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home, New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen, with the American Legion Post 241 of New Bremen providing graveside military honors. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Grand Lake Hospice or to the church memorial fund.

CONWAY, Robert Conway (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2152769) Fr. Robert Conway, C.PP.S., age 93, died on December 8, 2018, in the infirmary at St. Charles Center in Carthagena, Ohio, where he made his home. He had been in failing health. Fr. Conway was born on September 19, 1925, in Detroit, to Harold and Marie (Oberle) Conway. He later moved with his family to Roseville, MI. He entered the Society in 1941 at Brunnerdale, the Congregation’s minor seminary outside of Canton, Ohio. On December 19, 1953, he was ordained to the priesthood at Mount St. Marys Seminary, Cincinnati. Fr. Conway has served as a pastor, chaplain, educator, and missionary in Latin America during his 65 years as a priest. After his ordination he served at Precious Blood Church in Fort Wayne, IN, and Corpus Christi Church in Dayton. In 1961, he traveled to Chile to minister in the C.PP.S. mission there. In Chile, he was active in parish ministry, ministered as a hospital chaplain, and was chaplain of the novitiate of the C.PP.S. sisters of Dayton, OH, who were also serving there. He served in urban Santiago as well as rural areas. Fr. Conway returned to the U.S. in 1974 to attend graduate school. He received his Ph.D. from Loyola University in 1980. He was then appointed instructor and later associate professor at Calumet College of St. Joseph in Whiting, IN, which is sponsored by the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. He taught at the college for nine years. Fr. Conway’s later ministries included Hispanic ministry at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in East Chicago, IN; visiting professor of Latin American studies at Saint Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, IN; chaplain of a nursing home in Orlando; parochial vicar of Sacred Heart Parish in Sedalia, MO; chaplain to the C.PP.S. sisters in Dayton; and chaplain of St. Anne’s Home in Columbia, PA. Fr. Conway first moved to St. Charles in 1995. He returned to education ministry in 2003 when he became chaplain of Ave Maria College in Ypsilanti, MI. In 2007, he was named chaplain and an adjunct faculty member of Ave Maria University’s Latin American campus in San Marcos, Nicaragua. In addition to his other duties, Fr. Conway raised funds for the Catholic organizations. From 1996 to 2008, at weekend Masses in 107 U.S. dioceses, he preached on behalf of the Catholic organizations Food for the Poor, Christian Foundation for Children and Aging, and Cross Catholic Outreach. He returned to St. Charles in 2008, and spent the rest of his years there. He is survived by a sister, Joan Lee, of Novi, MI; a brother, John (Loretta) Conway, Caledonia, MI; two brothers-in-law, James McClory, Royal Oak, MI, and Stan Mullins, Eastpointe, MI; a sister-in-law, Mary Conway, San Diego; and numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Ann McClory and Mary Mullins; and two brothers, Joseph Conway and Fr. Thomas Conway, C.PP.S.; and a brother-in-law, Marion Lee. Fr. Conway was “a faithful and holy priest. In his ministry, he continued to pour himself out, preaching on behalf of the missions later in life,” said his nephew, Msgr. Robert McClory. “He was always supportive of his nieces and nephews. As children, we were fascinated by the fact that he was a missionary in Chile for 14 years. We received letters and visits from him; his desire to serve the missions, wherever he was called, inspired us all.” Fr. Conway was a tireless intellectual. He continued to read and write, researched his family’s history and kept apprised of current events in his later years. When asked shortly before his death to reflect on his 65 years as a priest, Fr. Conway said that he treasured the goodness of the people to whom he had ministered. A Mass of Christian Burial will be, December 14, at St. Charles Center. Burial will follow in the Community cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, Cincinnati Province.

COOK, Mrs. Amos Cook (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jan 3, 1945) WAYNESFIELD, Jan. 3, 1945 - Funeral services will be Friday for Mrs. Amos Cook, age 63, a native of Waynesfield who died at her home here Monday following a lengthy illness. Services will be held in the Weygandt Funeral Home. Burial will be in Fairmont Cemetery. Mrs. Cook is survived by her widower, Amos; one son, William, Lima Route 5: a foster daughter, Mrs. Mae Cooper, Muskegon, MI; four brothers, Frank Bailey, Waynesfield; George Bailey, Rosewood: Guern and Chris Bailey, Lima, and eight grandchildren.

COOK, Arthur K. Cook (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 18 May 2009 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Arthur K. Cook, age 93, of St. Marys, OH died Saturday May 18, 2019 at Vancrest Nursing Home. He was born November 25, 1925 in rural Auglaize Co., OH to Grant and Leah (Vogel) Cook. On March 2, 1957 in St. Marys, OH he married Ramona Chilcoat, who survives. Also survived by a son Steve (Connie Sparklin) Cook of Coldwater, OH; grandson Tyler (Chelsea) Cook of New Bremen, OH; step-grandson Thomas Sparklin of Coldwater, OH; brother Donald (Doris) Cook of St. Marys, OH; sister-in-law Marie (Joe) Wendeln of Minster, OH; sister-in-law Mary Lou Wendeln of Sidney, OH; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Grant and Leah Cook and a daughter Christine Cook-Smith. He was a farmer and retired from Mersman Bros. Furniture Co. in Celina, OH, where he worked as a tow-motor operator. He was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ in St. Marys. His favorite pastimes included working on cars and going to horse races. Rites are scheduled at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens near Moulton, OH.

COOK, Barton L. Cook (Abstracted from the Lima News, Feb 3, 1936) St. Marys- Barton L. Cook, age 80, died this morning at his home following an illness of a year. Surviving are his wife, Alice, one son Vane, St. Marys; two brothers, John at home, and William, St. Marys, and one sister, Mrs. William Sherman, of Montezuma. Services will be at the home. Burial will be in Elm Grove Cemetery.

COOK, Ben Cook (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 June 2009) Ben Cook, died unexpectedly Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at his home .He was born in Dayton, and grew up in St. Marys. He married Mary Ann Hemmert in 1947, she survives. He is also survived by his daughter, Diane Labrie and two grandchildren. He volunteered in the Navy and served as Corporal in the U. S. Army during the Korean War. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be directed to Oakwood Boy Scout Troop 101.

COOK, Carl E. Cook (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – September 7, 2012) Carl E. Cook, age 83, of Celina, died Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012, at his residence. He was born on Nov. 7, 1928, in Rockford, to Grant L. and Lena Floe (Snyder) Cook, and they preceded him in death. On Nov. 14, 1953, he married Dorothy L. (Gelhaus), and she survives. He is also survived by a son, Bill (Jill) Cook of Celina; 4 daughters, Sally (Jeff) Beam of Tipp City, Carey (Rob) Luebke, Katey (Steve) Eichler; Beth (Steve) Smalley all three of Celina, 4 brothers; 4 sisters; 1 sister-in-law; 1 brother-in-law; 19 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by a son, James F. Cook; two brothers; a sister; and three brothers-in-law. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in Germany during the Korean War. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday at Immaculate Conception Church in Celina. Burial will be held in St. Marys Cemetery in Celina. W.H. Dick & Sons - Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Peter Neurological Center in Burkettsville or to Immaculate Conception School in Celina.

COOK, Carl L. Cook (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Carl E. Cook, age 83, of Celina, passed away at his residence on September 5, 2012. He was born November 7, 1928 in Rockford to the late Grant L. & Lena Floe (Snyder) Cook. He married Dorothy L. (Gelhaus) on November 14, 1953 and she survives, along with 5 children: Bill (Jill) Cook, Beth (Steve) Smalley, Carey (Rob) Luebke and Katey (Steve) Eichler, all of Celina and Sally (Jeff) Beam of Tipp City, 19 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Also surviving are 8 brothers & sisters: Bob (Cinda) Cook of Celina, Don (Sharon) Cook of Columbus, Clark (Mary Alice) Cook of Sidney, Ben (Kathy) Cook of Napoleon, Katie Crider and Liz Frushour, both of Bowling Green, Sally Conley (John) Wannemacher of Troy and Becky (Dan) Dumbauld of Zionsville, IN; a sister-in-law: Betty Cook of Celina and a brother-in-law: Paul (Monica) Gelhaus of Dayton. He was preceded in death by a son, James F. Cook, on October 16, 1980, along with a baby sister, Rosalyn, brothers: Grant & Mike Cook and brothers-in-law: Bob Crider, Jack Conley and Louis Gelhaus. He retired from the City of Celina, where he had been the Superintendent of the Sewage Treatment Plant. He was a graduate of Celina High School. A Veteran of the U.S. Army, he served in Germany during the Korean Conflict and was a Member of Celina V.F.W. Post #5713, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council #1800 and The Companions of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. He served on the Board of the Mercer County Council on Aging and volunteered there, as well as for the American Red Cross. He enjoyed Woodworking. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, September 8th at Immaculate Conception Church in Celina, with burial following at St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina. Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Peter Neurological Center in Burkettsville or the Immaculate Conception School in Celina.

COOK, Dean E. Cook (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dean E. Cook, age 73, 806 Laurel Drive, St. Marys, died Aug. 4, 2006, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. He formerly lived in Houston, Texas. He was born June 17, 1933, in New Madison to Harold and Jean (Ferguson) Cook. On Jan. 22, 1977, he was married to Phyllis Deuel, who survives. Also surviving is 1 son, John (Sisca), Houston, TX; 2 step-sons, Mark (Della) Goldsmith, of Camden, and Dick (Melanie) Goldsmith, of Zanesfield; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and 1 brother, Neil (Joyce) Cook, of St. Marys. He was preceded in death by one son, Michael Cook, and two brothers, David and Ronald Cook. He was retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber co., Houston, Tx, and had served with the company in Ireland and Thailand. He was a member of Clear Lake United Methodist Church in Houston. Services will be Monday at Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

COOK, Donald L. Cook (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 23 May 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Donald L. Cook, age 82, of Saint Marys, died Sunday, May 26, 2019, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. He was born June 26, 1936, in New Bremen, Ohio, the son of Grant and Lela (Vogel) Cook. He married Doris Krogman on June 16, 1962, at Zion Lutheran Church, Saint Marys, and she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his two sons: Brian (Marge) Cook of Saint Marys; Dana (Kim) Cook of Saint Marys; his three grandchildren: Taylor Cook; Grant Cook and Ross Cook; a sister-in-law, Ramona Cook of Saint Marys; and a nephew, Steven Cook of Coldwater, Ohio. Don was preceded in death by his parents; his step-mother, Gladys Wright Cook; and his brother, Art Cook, who died May 18, 2019. Don was a 1954 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School, and a veteran of the US Army. He was a lifelong farmer and had worked for many years at the Weston Paper Mill in Saint Marys; he retired from Chrysler Manufacturing in Van Wert. Don was a member of VFW Post 9289; the DAV; Farm Bureau; and Buckeye Antique Tractor Club. He enjoyed going to auctions and working on his antique tractors. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be he at Zion Lutheran Church, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Buck Cemetery, Mercer County, Ohio. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given to either Zion Lutheran Church Roof Fund or Grand Lake Hospice.

COOK, Dorothy Lee Cook (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Dorothy Lee Cook, age 84, of Celina, passed away March 11, 2014 at the Miller House in Celina. She was born November 22, 1929 in Celina, to the late Edward George & Frances Hedwig "Hettie" Heckler Gelhaus. Dorothy married Carl E. Cook on November 14, 1953, and he preceded her in death on September 5, 2012. Surviving are their 5 Children: Beth (Steve) Smalley of Celina, Sally (Jeff) Beam of Tipp City and Bill (Jill) Cook, Carey (Rob) Luebke, and Katey (Steve) Eichler, all of Celina, 19 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, and one on the way. Also surviving is 1 brother: Paul (Monica) Gelhaus of Dayton; brothers-in-law: Bob (Cinda) Cook of Celina, Don (Sharon) Cook of Columbus, Clark (Mary Alice) Cook of Sidney, and Ben (Kathy) Cook of Napoleon; sisters-in- law: Katey Crider of Bowling Green, Sally (John) Wannemacher of Troy, Becky (Dan) Dumbauld of Zionsville, IN, Liz Frushour of Bowling Green, and Betty Cook of Celina. Preceding Dorothy in death was a son: James F. Cook, who died October 16, 1980, a sister: Jean Gelhaus, who died in childhood, 2 sisters and their husbands: Rita & Doug Nimon and Mary Helen & Ed Weisenberger; a brother: Louis Gelhaus, a brother and his wife: Bob & Rita Gelhaus, brothers-in-law: Grant and Mike Cook, Bob Crider and Jack Conley, and a sister-in-law: Rosalyn Cook. Dorothy was a Homemaker, and had been a Cafeteria Worker at East Elementary School. She was a Secretary at Mersman Tables and also worked at Case Leasing, where she kept log books for truck drivers. She was a graduate of Immaculate Conception High School in Celina, and was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and its Altar-Rosary Society. For many years Dorothy sang in the Adult Choir at the Church. She was a Companion of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. Dorothy enjoyed tole painting wooden items handcrafted by her husband, Carl. She was noted among her friends and family as a bread baker, and gave hundreds of "fresh from the oven" loaves as welcome gifts over the years. A Funeral Mass will be Saturday, March 15, at Immaculate Conception Church in Celina. Burial will follow at St. Marys Cemetery in Celina. Memorial Contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice, 230 W. Main St., Coldwater, OH 45828 or The Center for Neurological Development, 78 W. Main St., Burkettsville, OH 45310.

COOK, Elizabeth Wehrkamp Cook (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 May 2017) Betty (Elizabeth) Wehrkamp Cook, age 87, of Celina, passed away Monday, May 8, 2017, at Celina Manor. She was born on July 19, 1929, in Carthagena to Fred and Cecelia (Osterfeld) Wehrkamp, both preceded her in death. She married Grant Cook Jr. on June 17, 1950, in Carthagena, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 30, 2003. Survivors include a daughter, Sharon Reineke, Celina; two sons, Douglas (Alice) Cook and Stephen (Sue) Cook, both of Celina; two sisters; two grandchildren; two step- grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a sister and three brothers. A Mass of Christian burial and the celebration of her life will be Monday in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Celina. Burial will follow at St. Marys Catholic Cemetery, Celina. Cisco Funeral Home, Celina is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Endowment Fund to benefit I.C. School.

COOK, Ernest Cook (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 21 February 2019) Ernest “Ernie” Cook, age 99, of Saint Marys, died Thursday, February 21, 2019, at Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community. He was born April 18, 1919, in Auglaize County, Ohio, the son of Ralph and Elsie (Boyer) Cook. He married June Walther on November 1, 1941 and she preceded him in death in 2017. He is survived by her two daughters: Elaine (Jim) Judy of Tipp City; Jane (Martin) McIntire of Delaware, OH; 3 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 5 step- great-grandchildren; 3 step-great-great grandchildren; and his sister, Mary Lepper of Fort Wayne. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; by his sister, Mildred Schlenker; his brother, Carl Cook. Ernie graduated from Buckland High School in 1936. He served in the US Army during WWII. He retired from Crown Equipment Corporation. In earlier years he had worked at the Saint Marys Feed and Grain Company, and he was a lifelong farmer. Ernie was a great gardener and was famous for his tomatoes and cucumbers. He also enjoyed boating, making stained glass creations and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of Bethlehem Christian Union Church. Funeral rites will be at Bethlehem Christian Union Church. Burial will follow at Buckland Cemetery.Memorial gifts may be given to either the church or the Otterbein Benevolent Fund. Ernie’s funeral arrangements are in the care of Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys.

COOK, Esther Pauline Armstrong Cook (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 25 December 2016) Esther Pauline Armstrong Cook was born July 20, 1925, East Liverpool Hospital. Died December 23, 2016, age 91, in Fairhaven Community United Church Home, Upper Sandusky. Her parents were Robert W. Armstrong (Died 1942) & Z. Ethel Barnes Armstrong (Died 1967). 1 brother: Ralph Armstrong (Died 1981) in Manhattan, KS. Esther Pauline Armstrong married Wilbur Donald Cook August 11, 1946 at Elkton Ohio Methodist Church; celebrated 70th Wedding Anniversary August 11, 2016. Pauline Cook was retired nurse from Piqua Hospital; and mother of the couple's 5 children; 9 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. Daughter, Jean Elaine Klein & James Klein (Died) of San Diego, CA; have two daughters. Daughter, Carol Ann Cook of Wapakoneta, Ohio, has one daughter. Son, Donald Carl Cook of Wapakoneta, Ohio; married Christine Frank (Died), have one daughter born in Australia. Daughter, Pearl Lucille Cook, married Richard Drake, have two sons and two daughters, one grandson. Son, Dan Daryl Cook of Bradford, Ohio, has one daughter. Grandchildren: Laura Elaine Klein Boyer, Valerie Kay Klein, Jake (Elizabeth Jayne) Cook, Alexandra Pauline Cook, Brian Richard Drake, Kevin Andrew Drake, Sarah Elaine Drake, Jillian Bethany Drake, Anna Marie Cook; great-granddaughter Tocca Elaine Boyer, great-grandson David James Boyer, great-granddaughter Grace Boyer, great-grandson Samuel Wycliffe Drake and nephew John Armstrong of Winter Springs, FL. Pauline played violin (2nd chair) in David Anderson High School, Lisbon, Ohio. Pauline was active in 4-H Club and made her wedding dress. She was a seamstress. She loved to sew, crochet. She sewed many grandchildren dresses. Pauline served in 4-H as leader in Elkton, Ohio and while in parsonage at Cheraw Colorado Methodist Church. Pauline's sewing material was given to St. Paul United Church of Christ, Wapakoneta. She attended Dutchtown one room school till 8th Grade and graduated David Anderson High School 1943 Lisbon; Vanguard Vocational School, Fremont, Ohio, Licensed Practical Nursing Degree 1970. High School Activities: Home Economics, Future Homemaker of the Year Award-David Anderson High School, Orchestra (violin), 4-H Leader while still in High School (Had her own 4-H club.) Pauline became a Licensed Practical Nurse, worked in Sandusky and Piqua Hospitals. Pauline was President, District 16, Ohio Licensed Practical Association. Pauline Cook retired from Piqua Hospital. With husband Will Cook, they have been on three trips to Europe, 1974 with Lyme Church; and 1986 & 1989 with 5th Armored Division veterans. Did proofreading on the "Victory Division News". Played in church Bell Choir, Cub Scout leader at Fireside and Bellevue. Jobs Held: Ohio Bell Telephone operator, A & P Store Lisbon, Ohio, Bellevue Hospital - Gray Lady, Nurse's Aide, Licensed Practical Nurse at Providence Hospital Sandusky, Dettmer Hospital, Troy & Piqua Hospitals, Weight Watchers receptionist. Pauline was active in Women's Guild in all of the churches served by her husband. Chester Grange, Wooster, Ohio also leader of Junior Grange, Farm Bureau, Wooster Ohio helped with Youth Groups and other organization in the churches. Pauline & Will Cook farmed outside of Lisbon, Ohio until the farm house burned to the ground. Wilbur went to Mount Union College and became a minister. Teacher at Belleview Middle School. Pauline had Alzheimer's and spent 7 years in Auglaize Acres Nursing Home, Wapakoneta & 1 year in Fairhaven Community, Upper Sandusky. Funeral services will be Friday December 30, 2016 at St. Paul U.C.C. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Auglaize Acres Activity Fund or to the donor's choice.

COOK, Frederick J. Cook (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 8, 2012) Frederick J. Cook, age 79, of 1023 S. Wayne St., St. Marys, died on Monday, Feb. 6, 2012, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was born on Feb. 16, 1932, in Auglaize County, to Hugh and Gertrude (Schneider) Cook, and they preceded him in death. On July 3, 1952, in St. Marys, he married Patricia Ann Wurster, and she survives. He is also survived by 3 sons, Mark (Mary) Cook of Springboro, Dennis (Barb) Cook of St. Marys and Dan (Robin) Cook of St. Marys; 10 grandchildren; 1 brother, Richard Cook of Wapakoneta; 2 sisters, Kathryn (Perry) McBride of St. Marys and Shirley (Ed) Springer of Wapakoneta. He was a 1950 graduate of New Knoxville High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Korean War. He retired from the Ford Motor Co. – Lima Engine Plant, where he worked as a machinist. He was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9289, both in St. Marys. He had also served on the former auxiliary unit of the St. Marys Police Department. His favorite pastimes included fishing, riding on his tractor and working on all things mechanical. Rites are scheduled for Friday at Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel), St. Marys. Burial, with full graveside military honors, will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to the church.

COOK, James E. Cook (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 19 Sept. 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) James E. Cook, age 89, of St. Marys, OH died Saturday September 19, 2020 at Heritage Manor Nursing Center in Minster, OH. He was born March 25, 1931 in St. Marys, OH to Leonard and Veda (Collins) Cook. On October 1, 1950, he married Theora L. Ketcham, who died May 15, 2020. Survivors include 4 sons Timothy (Diana) Cook of St. Henry, OH; Ronald Cook of St. Marys, OH; Todd (Tonja) Cook of Canal Winchester, OH; Dan (Patti) Cook of St. Marys, OH. 2 daughters Brenda (Ken Goettemoeller) Cook; Peg (Shawn) Meeker both of St. Marys, OH; 20 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters Karen (Eugene) Miller of Sandusky, OH; and Shirley Katterheinrich of New Knoxville, OH. Preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Veda Cook; wife Theora Cook; daughter Vicki Bruggeman; grandson Todd Miller; brothers Benny Cook and Alan Cook; and sister Barbara Phipps. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1949). He served in the Ohio National Guard. Jim was a retired production employee for the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in St. Marys. He was a member of Eagles Lodge Aerie #767 and Mercer Lodge Free & Accepted Masons Lodge #121. His favorite pastimes included golfing, softball, bowling, hunting and cooking out. More than anything else, he appreciated the close relationship he had with his family. Rites are scheduled at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Please note that all attendees to the visitation and funeral service should observe social-distancing and wear face masks, according to guidelines recommended by the Ohio Dept. of Health.

COOK, June Margorie Cook (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 12 September 2017) June Margorie Cook, age 98, formerly of 835 Dorothy Lane, Saint Marys, died Tuesday, September 12, 2017, at Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community. She was born June 30, 1919, near Buckland, Auglaize County, Ohio, the daughter of Arthur and Cleona (Mack) Walther. She married Ernest R. Cook on November 1, 1941, and he survives at Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community. She is also survived by her two daughters: Elaine (Jim) Judy of Tipp City, OH; Jane (Martin) McIntire of Delaware, OH; 3 grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 3 step-great-grandchildren; 2 step great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and by one sister, Nell McKee. June was a 1937 graduate of Buckland High School and the Lima Beauty College. She had worked as a beautician at Lois Beauty Shop in Saint Marys for many years; and also Saint Marys Feed and Grain. She was a charter member of the Kossuth Garden Club, and she enjoyed knitting, flower arranging and reading. She was a member of the Bethlehem Christian Union Church and the Ladies’ Aid Society of the church. She and her husband Ernest, recently celebrated 75 years of marriage. Funeral rites will be Friday, September 15, 2017, at the Bethlehem Union Christian Church, 09005 National Road, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Buckland Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to either the church, Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community, or to the donor’s choice. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, in entrusted with her funeral arrangements.

COOK, Lewis S. Cook (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 August 2009) Lewis S. "Lewie" Cook, age 66, died Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009, at his residence. He was born May 29, 1943, in Buckland, a son of Russell and Lucille (Kurtz) Cook, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his three children, Michael (Tresha) Cook, Michelle (Duane) Scott, both of Westerville, Brian (Diana) Cook of Wapakoneta; nine grandchildren and three brothers. Funeral services will be Friday, at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Auglaize Co. Cancer Association.

COOK, Patsy Elizabeth Cook (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio –5 November 2020) Patsy Elizabeth Cook, age 100, of Minster, formerly of New Bremen, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020 at the Heritage Center at Minster. Born in Deer Trail, CO on March 17, 1920, she was a daughter to the late Peter G. and Osa May (Duddy) Schmidt Bower. Patsy had worked for 20 years at Seiberling Latex in New Bremen, as well as 12 years at Copeland in Sidney. She enjoyed playing cards, canning, bowling and baking. More than anything, she loved spending time with all of her grandchildren. She will be truly missed. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, George F. Cook; son Garold Cook; son-in-law Don Meier; great-great grandchildren Grace Ruschau and Kayden McBride; stepfather Edward Bower; siblings Harold and May Schmidt, Garold and Wahneta Schmidt, Roy and Louise Schmidt, Merle Bower, Dean and Doris Bower, John Bower, Lena and Clarence Thwaits, Ruth and Joe Crim, Kathryn and I.J. Norris, Helen and Tom Kiser, Lucy and Wilber Thwaits, Goldie and Paul Alexander and brothers and sisters-in-laws Clarence and Versia Cook, Elmer and Mary Cook, Ed and Esther Cook, Art and Alice Cook, Mable and Harry Bruner, Freda and Fremont Pebble and Edna and Elmer Hawes. She is survived by her daughters Linda Meier and Cheryl and Marvin Wente; daughter-in-law Judy Cook; sister-in-law Shirley Bower: nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren as well as many more family members. There will be a private burial at Shelby Memory Gardens, Sidney. If desired memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles.

COOK, Phyllis Marie Cook (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Phyllis Marie Cook, 80, of 806 Laurel Drive, Saint Marys, OH, died Monday, June 27, 2011, at Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community, Saint Marys, OH. She was born Wednesday, February 25, 1931, in Wexford County, MI, the daughter of Harry and Lou (Smith) Deuel. She married Everett Goldsmith in 1951 and he preceded her in death; she married Dean Cook in 1977 and he preceded her in death on August 4, 2006. She is survived by her 2 sons, Mark Goldsmith of Saint Marys; Dick (Melanie) Goldsmith of Zanesfield, OH; by a step-son, John (Irene) Cook of Houston, TX; by a grandson, Damon Goldsmith of Zanesfield; by five step-grandchildren; by a daughter-in-law, Lori Cook of Stockbridge, GA. She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands; by 2 sisters: Evelyn Hall and Jessie Miller; by a brother, Raymond Deuel; and by a step-son, Mike Cook. Phyllis was a 1950 graduate of Manton, MI High School. She had taught music for many years at the former Wilson’s Music Store in Saint Marys. She enjoyed quilting with the Dorcas Society of Zion Lutheran Church. She also liked to read and grow flowers in her garden. She loved cooking with her grandson, Damon. She was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church in Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be Saturday, July 2, 2011, at the Wayne Street United Methodist Church in Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to either Wayne Street United Methodist Church or Grand Lake Hospice.

COOK, Stephen C. Cook (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio –13 June 2017) Stephen C. Cook, age 63, of Celina, died on Sunday, June 11, 2017, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. He was born on Nov. 29, 1953, in Celina to the late Grant and Betty (Wehrkamp) Cook. On May 18, 1991, he married Susan L. Van Horn, who survives. Also surviving are his daughter, Amanda Cook, a brother and sister-in-law, a sister and his nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to the Unverferth House, 190 King Ave., Columbus, OH, 43201.

COOK, Theora L. Ketcham Cook (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 15 May 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Theora L. Cook, age 88, of St. Marys, OH died at Friday May 15, 2020 at Vancrest of St. Marys. She was born April 11, 1932 in Centerville, MI to Clifford and Lucille (Leffel) Ketcham. On October 1, 1950 she married James E. Cook, who survives. Also survived by 4 sons Timothy (Diana) Cook of St. Henry, OH; Ronald Cook of St. Marys, OH; Todd (Tonja) Cook of Canal Winchester, OH; Dan (Patti) Cook of St. Marys, OH; 2 daughters Brenda (Ken Goettemoeller); Peg (Shawn) Meeker both of St. Marys, OH; 20 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: parents Clifford and Lucille Ketcham; daughter Vicki Bruggeman; grandson Todd Miller; infant brother Ronald Ketcham; parents-in-law Leonard A. and Veda M. Cook. She was a retired production associate for the Huffy Bicycle Mfg. Co. in Celina, OH. She attended St. Paul's United Church of Christ and Eagles Lodge Aerie #767 auxiliary, both in St. Marys. The main focus of Theora's life was her family. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her favorite pastimes included camping, collecting antiques, bowling and attending her grandchildren's activities. Services (following social-distancing guidelines) are scheduled to be at the Miller - Long & Folk Funeral Home 314 W. High Street in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys.

COOK, Wilbur Donald Cook (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 23 December 2018) Wilbur “Will” Donald Cook, age 93, of Wapakoneta passed away Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at Lima Memorial Health Systems, Lima. He was born August 26, 1925 in Leetonia, OH to David C. & Sarah (Orr) Cook who preceded him in death. On August 11, 1946 he married E. Pauline Armstrong who passed on December 23, 2016. Survivors include his children; Jean Elaine Klein of San Diego, CA, Carol Ann (Andy) Wilson of Wapakoneta, Donald Carl Cook of Wapakoneta, Pearl Lucille (Rick) Drake of Springboro, Dan Daryl Cook of Bradford; 9 grandchildren Laura Boyer, Valerie Klein, Elizabeth/Jake Cook, Alexandra Cook, Brian Drake, Kevin Drake, Sarah Drake, Jillian Drake, Anna Cook and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother Ralph Cook and a sister Ruth Cook Shultz. He graduated from David Anderson High School, Lisbon, OH in 1943. He served with the U.S. Army from 1944-1946 with the 5th Armored Division Co. A. 46th Armored Infantry. He was a farmer, coal miner and a pastor from 1956-1984. He was also a history teacher teaching in Ohio public schools from 1966-1979, historian, and founder of Historic Lyme Village, Bellevue, OH where he also hosted the Lyme Radio Ministry in 1972. He was proud to be 7 gallon blood donor. He was a printer and publisher and National Secretary, 5th Armored Division Association from 1985-2008. He was also a member and chaplain of New Pittsburg and Millbury Volunteer Fire Department. He published over 11 books of his family history and stories. In his retiring years he was a philosopher, writer, counselor, thinker and a man of great humor, wit and one liners. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 29, 2018 at St. Paul U.C.C. Private family burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Historic Lyme Village.

COOL, Eugene L. Cool (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 December 2018) Eugene "Gene" L. Cool, age 91, passed away Thursday, Dec. 27, 2018, in the Celina Manor. He was born on Feb. 12, 1927 in Gettysburg, Ohio to the late Ernest and Bonnie (Williams) Cool. Gene married Betty Brown Cool, who preceded him in death. On April 9, 1994, he married Janie M. (Renfro) Cool, who survives at their residence in Celina. Gene cherished his loving family. He is survived by two sons, Michael (Tammy) Cool of Celina and Rick (Kathy) Cool of Greenville. Gene also is a step-father to one step-son, Paul (Laurie) Renfro of Celina. Gene enjoyed the time spent with his three grandchildren, Kim Lesch, April (Sean) Shumaker and Beth (Matt) Hale as well as his two step-grandchildren Tyler and Dusty Renfro and his six great-grandchildren. Gene was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Elise Cool. Gene worked and retired from BF Goodrich in Troy where he tested airplane brakes. He relished the skills that were involved in working. Gene had many interests, but most important to him was spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed anything that involved the outdoors including, boating, traveling, camping and fishing. When he wasn't working or spending time outdoors, he devoted a lot of time working on cars and keeping his cars spotless clean. Gene was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Celina. Funeral Services will be Monday in Cisco Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will follow at Miami Memorial Park cemetery in Covington.

COOLIDGE, Ronald E. Coolidge (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 3 Sept. 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Ronald E. Coolidge, age 82, of Elida, Ohio, passed away Thursday September 3, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his family. Ron was born on September 30, 1937, to George Emerson and Amanda May (Glass) Coolidge. On February 19, 1960, Ron married Mary Ellen Pence who preceded him in death August 19, 1984. On August 15, 1986, Ron married Janet (Lame) Pulford and she survives at the residence. Ron is survived by his three children: daughter Kaille (Mark) Dieringer of Lima, OH; son Jeff (Trixie) Coolidge of Lima, OH; son Doug (Darlene) Coolidge of Elida, OH; He is also survived by two step – sons: Lynn Pulford of New Mexico and Tim (Jill Stiles) Pulford of Florida. Ron is survived by his six grandchildren: Alex and Claire Dieringer; Burke and Corey Coolidge; Brice and Sidney Coolidge. He is also survived by six step – grandchildren: Heather Pulford, Jacob Pulford, Shane Pulford, Jonah Aguire, Crystal Greaves, and Kami Joseph; four step–great grandchildren with two on the way. Ron is also survived by his brother Tom (Mary) Coolidge of Elida, Ohio; his sisters Gloria (Jim) Miller of Cairo, Ohio and Joyce Brooks of Lima, Ohio;. and by several nieces and nephews. Ron was a 1955 graduate of Elida High School. He was a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church in Elida, Ohio. Ron started his career at Holtzapple's Hatchery in Elida, Ohio and retired after 30 years of service in the Maintenance Department at Westinghouse in Lima, Ohio. Ron enjoyed doing farm work and tinkering outside. He also enjoyed bowling. He loved to go camping, to travel and to spend his winters in Arizona. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, and his first wife, Mary Ellen. He was also preceded in death by his brother-in-laws Denny Brooks and Roger Layton and his sister–in-law Darlene Layton. Funeral service will take place at Siferd Hanneman Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery in Elida, Ohio. Memorials in Ron's memory are to be directed to St. Rita's Hospice. Please note that all attendees to the visitation and funeral service should observe social-distancing and wear face masks, according to guidelines recommended by the Ohio Dept. of Health.

COOMBS, Raymond J. Coombs (Abstracted from Obituary | Raymond J. Coombs of Coldwater, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Raymond J. Coombs, age 62, of Coldwater, died Monday, March 1, 2021 at his residence. He was born November 2, 1958 in California to the late Thomas Coombs & Anita Mae Keesler. He is survived by children Sean Coombs of Celina, Jon Coombs of Celina, Garrett Devall of St. Marys, Misty George of Geneva and Janelle Waymire of St. Marys; eight grandchildren and a sister Anita Coombs of Celina. He is also preceded in death by brothers Larry & Tom Coombs. Ray was a collector of Harley Davidson memorabilia, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle, traveling, and camping. During his lifetime Ray lived in many different parts of the country. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater is handling the arrangements.

COOMES, Marilyn F. Coomes (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 28 April 2020) Marilyn F. Coomes, age 71, of Celina, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at her residence. She was born December 26, 1948, in Lima, to the late Harry and Helen (Michel) Siefer. Marilyn and William Coomes had been married for 37 years before his death on February 13, 2008. Surviving are a son, Bill Coomes of Arlington, TX, a daughter, Linda Coomes of Celina, and three grandchildren: Justin, Ashton and Logan; three brothers: Norbert, Keith and Greg, and five sisters: Jean, Betty, Barb, Rose and Mary. She was preceded in death by two brothers: Leroy and Gerald. Marilyn was a homemaker, and enjoyed spending time with her family. Favorite pastimes were reading, going to the dog park, and seeing friends. A celebration of Marilyn's life will be held at a later time, once the COVID-19 restrictions on gatherings have been lifted. Memorial Contributions may be made to Community Health Professionals Hospice, 816 Pro Drive, Celina 45822.

COOMES, William Wakefield Coomes (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) William Wakefield Coomes, 57, 110 Wild Cherry St., Celina, died Feb. 13, 2008, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. Death was due to natural causes. He was born Jan. 13, 1951, in Ravenna to Thomas and Edna Coomes. His father is deceased, and his mother survives in Lima. He was married for 37 years to Marilyn Siefer, who survives. Other survivors are a son, Bill, of Fort Worth, TX; a daughter, Linda, of Celina; 2 brothers, Perry, of Kenton, and Phil (Janie), of Cairo; 3 sisters, Cathy, of Bath, Sharon, of Lima, and Theresa, of Toledo; and 3 grandchildren. He had worked at Joyce's Manufacturing in Muncie, IN, and the former New Idea Farm Equipment Co., Coldwater. He graduated from Bath High School in Lima. No funeral services are planned, and his body will be cremated.

COONS, Geraldine C. Coons (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 22 March 2011) Geraldine C. Coons, age 91, died on Monday, March 21, 2011, at Otterbein-St. Marys Retirement Community, having lived to a good old age. She was born on Valentine's Day in 1920, in Johnstown, N. Y., the daughter of W. Harold and Jennie (Woolrich) Calderwood. On March 1, 1947, she married James S. Coons in Syracuse, NY, and he preceded her in death in 1980. She is survived by 2 sons, James Jr. (Sheryl) of New Bremen, John of California; two grandsons, James III of Madison, WI, Robert of Portland, OR; their mother, Mary of Fort Wayne, Ind.; two brothers, Richard (Deb) and Donald of New York. She was valedictorian of her high school class and graduated from the Syracuse University College of Nursing. She worked for many years as a school nurse in Manlius, NY, before retiring to Roswell, NM. She served as a volunteer at St. Marys Hospital in Roswell, NM. She requested that her body be donated to the Boonshoft School of Medicine at Wright State University in Dayton. She shared her love of music with others in churches and community choruses throughout her life. After moving to Otterbein-St Marys in 1997, she played the piano for campus activities, assisted in the medical clinic and was active in campus organizations. A memorial service will be held at Otterbein-St. Marys at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Otterbein-St. Marys Benevolent Care Fund, 11230 State Route 364, St. Marys, OH 45885.

COOPER, James Edward Cooper (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) James Edward Cooper, 72, formerly of New Bremen, OH, died Tuesday July 28, 2008 at the University of Oklahoma Medical Center in Oklahoma City, OK. He was born January 2, 1937 in New Bremen, OH to Robert A. & Catherine (Tangeman) Cooper. Survivors include his widow, Janet “Becky” (Westerbeck) Cooper of Ponca City, OK; 4 daughters, Laura (Jeff) Hobler of New Knoxville, OH; Ellen (Kenneth) Nowlin of Olympia, WA; Eileen (David) Imwalle of Tulsa, OK; Lynda Cooper of New Bremen, OH; 1 son, Robert Cooper of Tulsa, OK; 2 sisters, Anna Mae (James) Hudson of New Bremen, OH; and Marlene (Dennis) Lammers of New Knoxville, OH. He was preceded in death by his father Robert Cooper; mother, Catherine Cooper-Knost; and step-father, Albert Knost. He was a 1955 graduate of New Bremen High School. He served as chief of police for the Village of New Bremen from 1958 to 1972. Following his police duty, he owned and operated a construction business from 1972 until 1981. He then moved to Ponca City, OK and continued his construction business, focusing primarily on the building of nursing homes until his retirement in 1999. He was a member of Woodlands Christian Church in Oklahoma, and a former member of St. Peter’s Church in New Bremen. He was an avid gardener. He also enjoyed fishing and working in his pecan and apple orchards. Services are scheduled Wednesday August 5, 2009 at St. Peter’s Church 303 N. Franklin Street in New Bremen. Private family burial will take place in the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Arrangements are under the direction of the Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys.

COOPER, Robert James Cooper (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 August 2015) Robert James Cooper, age 50, of Tulsa, OK, died on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2015. He had been a patient at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, for seven months. He was born on Aug. 29, 1964, in New Bremen, the son of Becky (Janet) Cooper and to the late James E. Cooper. He is survived by his partner of 23 years, Dan Johnson and his four sisters Laura Hobler, Ellen (Ken) Cooper Nowlin, Eileen (David) Imwalle and Lynda Cooper (Steve Plieman). He is also survived by his aunts Evelyn Kittle, Kathryn Rohrbach, Ruth Warner, Anna Mae (Jim) Hudson and Marlene Lammers as well as seven nieces and nephews. His was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Robert Cooper and paternal Catherine (Cooper) Knost; by his step-grandfather Albert Knost and maternal grandparents Arnold and Ora Westerbeck. He attended New Bremen Local Schools for 12 years and graduated from Ponca City High School in 1983. He graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in psychology. He worked with developmentally disabled individuals at the Opportunity Center in Ponca City and Gateway Foundations in Tulsa. He also worked with children with emotional trauma at Children's Medical Center in Tulsa. In the year 2000, he became the owner of Harvard Liquor Warehouse in Tulsa and enjoyed a successful business. It was Robert's wish to have his ashes returned to New Bremen. Honoring his wishes, the family is planning a memorial gathering. Saturday at the Rod and Gun Club in New Bremen.

COOPER, Ruth Imogene Cooper (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 May 2016) Ruth Imogene Cooper, age 90, St. Marys, died Monday, May 2, 2016, at her residence in St. Marys. She was born on Nov. 18, 1925, in Mercer County to Carey and Lexie (Mihm) Boroff, both preceded her in death. She married Harmon Boysell on Sept. 19, 1948, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 10, 1982. She then married Charles W. Cooper, and he preceded her in death on July 21, 2002. She is survived by one daughter Cherie Bellamy of Wapakoneta; by two sons Douglas (Linda) Boysell and Dennis (Brenda) Boysell, both of St. Marys; by one stepdaughter Gloria (Chris) Keller of St. Marys; by four stepsons Charles (Judy) Cooper, James (Lynda) Cooper, John (Mary) Cooper all of St. Marys, and Gary (Janet) Cooper of Pedro; by a sister Lois Roettger of St. Marys; by a brother Laverl Boroff of St. Marys; by 7 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and many step-grandchildren and great-step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by five brothers, Dale, Forrest, Willard, Lavon, and Marlin Lynn Boroff; by four sisters Retha Stewart, Beulah Heppeard, Sylvia Pond, and Betty Sutton; by a brother-in-law Orin Roettger and a son-in-law, James Bellamy. She graduated from Rockford High School in 1944 and worked in the accounting department at Goodyear from 1945 to 1949. She was a member of the First Church of God at St. Marys and one of the founders of the church. She was a member of the W.O.C.G. and served in the past as spiritual life director and later as the missionary education director. She was an adult Sunday school teacher and taught all ages in the past. She also had served on the board of trustees of the church. Funeral services will be Friday in the Cisco Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to First Church of God, St. Marys.

COOPER, Shirley M. Cooper (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 28 November 2014) Shirley M. Cooper, age 78, of Botkins, died Thursday Nov. 27, 2014, at the Toledo Hospital, following a sudden illness. She was born May 16, 1936, at home in Botkins, the daughter of Ferd & Theresia (Schmidt) Lenhart, who preceded her in death. On July 9, 1955, she married Gary W. Cooper, and he died Nov. 25, 2006. Survivors include 7 children, Michael P. Cooper, Kathryn (Richard) Behr, Timothy J. Cooper all of Botkins, Rev. Jeffrey A. Cooper, C.S.C. of Portland, OR, Jeanne (Dan) Homan of Greenville, OH, Julia A. Cooper of Kettering, OH, Nicholas J. (Tracy) Cooper of Botkins; 12 grandchildren, Daniel (Lindsay) Cooper, Erica Cooper & Steve King, Emily (Jessy) Short, Elleah Cooper, Nicole (James) Schultze, Nathan Behr, Gregory Behr, Ashley Cooper, Paige Cooper, Rachel Cooper, Jacob Cooper & Elizabeth Cooper; 5 great grandchildren, Elias, Liam, Isaac, Krosby, & Ava, siblings Ruth Siefring of St. Marys, OH, Thomas (Glenice) Lenhart of Sidney, Leroy Lenhart of St. Marys and a sister-in- law, Norma Lenhart of St. Marys. She was preceded in death by 2 children, Joseph W. & Therese M. Cooper, a sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy (Paul) Martin, a brother, Leo Lenhart, a brother-in-law, Paul Siefring & and sister-in-law, Linda Lenhart. A homemaker, Shirley was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Botkins. She was a 1954 graduate of the Botkins Local High School. Her hobbies included gardening, and reading, and she also volunteered at the church. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday Dec. 3, 2014, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic church, Botkins, with her son Rev. Jeffrey A. Cooper, C.S.C. officiating. Burial is to follow in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Botkins. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home & Cremation Services, state route 501, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.

COOPER, Vera Marie Cooper (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 June 2011) Vera Marie Cooper, age 58, of Big Stone Gap, VA, died on Friday, March 11, 2011, at the Hospice House at Bristol Memorial Hospital in Bristol, TN. She was born on June 19, 1952, in Detroit, MI, the daughter of Dewey and Margaret Wilson Cooper, and they preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Alisha (Erick) Bowen of Duffield, VA; 7 grandchildren, Latisha Fairbanks, Richard Toler Jr., Amanda Toler, Jessica Toler, Austin Bowen, Donavin Bowen, Zackery Bowen; 1 great-grandchild, Jacob Fairbanks and 1 sister Linda (Jim) Leveck and other family members. She was also preceded in death by her three sons, Richard, Shane and Shawn Toler and her aunt, Tina. She grew up in New Bremen and lived more than 20 years in Big Stone Gap, VA. For the past 10 months, she lived with her sister Linda and her husband Jim Leveck of Xenia.

COPELAND, Janet E. Copeland (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 13 April 2018) Janet E. Copeland, age 76, of Wapakoneta, passed away Friday April 13, 2018 at Auglaize Acres. She was born on April 18, 1941 in Lima, OH to Glenn C. & Ethel (Dudgeon) Hittepole who preceded her in death. On August 26, 1961 she married E. Lyle Copeland and he passed away on December 9, 1996. She is survived by three children, Duane (Terri) Copeland, Dan (Cindy) Copeland, Deanna (Greg) Walker all of Wapakoneta; 7 grandchildren, Danielle (Shane) Mobley, Amy (Ryan) Cox, Jessie (Cassidy) Motter, Katie and Courtney Copeland, Emma and Justin Walker; 6 great-grandchildren; a brother, Garry (Becky) Hittepole of St. Marys; two sisters, Marilyn (Jimmy) Brackney of Russells Point and Nancy Myers of Wapakoneta, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Virginia Hundley, Evelyn Hittepole and a brother Larry Hittepole. A homemaker, Janet enjoyed making Sunday dinners for her family, hosting Holidays at her house, and spending time in the company of family and friends. Memorial services will be Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Moulton. Burial will be at a later date at Resthaven Cemetery, Moulton. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the Auglaize County Crippled Children and Adult’s or to Trinity Lutheran Church. The family has entrusted Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta.

COPELAND, Ruth Copeland (Abstracted from the Lima News, Apr 2, 1933) Wapakoneta- Mrs. Ruth Copeland, age 64, wife of Raymond Copeland, died today at her home near St. Johns, east of here, after an illness of six months due to complication of diseases. She was born in Galion Sep 27, 1868 to J. R and Mary Adrain Osborne, and moved to this county 50 years ago. She is survived by her husband and three sons, Glenn and Kenneth, at home, and Olney of Lima. Funeral services will be Monday in the Mt. Tabor M. E. Church. Burial will be in the mausoleum at Mt. Tabor Cemetery.

CORBIN, Deloris Evelyn Corbin (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 25 December 2016) Deloris Evelyn Corbin, age 85, of Mendon, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2016 at The Laurels of Shane Hill, Rockford. She was born February 20, 1931 in Lewisburg, OH, to the late John M. & Edna A. (Collins) Steiner. Preceding her in death were her husbands: Robert Bare, Lewis Hudson Sr., and Rev. Ralph Corbin. Surviving are her children: Alice (Jim) Stone of Stout, OH, Ronald Bare of Fostoria, John (Misty) Bare of Stout, Karen Bare of Newark, Evelyn (Mark) Teeple of Angola, IN, Lewis Hudson Jr. of Tallahassee, FL, Bonnie (David) Adams of Rockford, and step-children: Francis J. (Linda) Corbin of Marion, OH and Rev. Donald B. (Janice) Corbin of Graytown; 25 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, 15 great-great grandchildren, and 15 great- great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her children, Donald and Pamela Sue Bare, an unborn child, sisters: Tina Hilyard, Loretta Roe and Francis Morris, a brother, Than Steiner, a granddaughter, Sarah Teeple, and a step-daughter, Anita Dickason. Deloris was a 1949 graduate of Union High School in Lewisburg. She had worked as a waitress at the Motor Inn in Mercer, and was employed for many years at the former Mersman Furniture Factory in Celina. A longtime member of Mt. Tabor Church of God, Celina, Deloris enjoyed attending Sunday School and bible study groups. She was a very Christian woman, an avid reader, especially devoted to reading the bible. She enjoyed her grandchildren, baking and gardening. Funeral Services will be Friday, December 30, at Mt. Tabor Church of God, 9744 US Route 127N, in Celina. Burial will be at a later date at Mendon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be directed to the family. W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Mendon is handling arrangements.

CORDIER, Marie L. Cordier (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Marie L. Cordier, 82, formerly of 08361 Burd Road in Celina, OH died Monday June 27, 2011 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born December 7, 1928 in Wapakoneta, OH to Guy and Alma (Sandkuhl) Benzing. On May 24, 1954 in St. Marys, OH she married Paul F. Cordier, who died June 22, 2000. She is survived by 2 daughters, Jane (Roger) Young of Centerville, OH; Joyce Cordier of Hilliard, OH; 2 grandsons: Jason Young and Christopher Young; 1 sister, Sue Miller of New Bremen, OH; and 1 sister-in- law, Janice Benzing of Adrian, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Robert Benzing; and brother- in-law Arthur Miller. She was a 1947 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys. She was a homemaker and farm wife. Always willing to lend a helping hand, she was involved as a 4-H advisor in Neptune and helped start the Girl Scouts troop in St. Marys. She was a member of the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys. Her favorite pastimes included cooking, crocheting and all family-centered activities. She also served as a resident volunteer for Bethany Lutheran Village in Dayton. Services are scheduled Friday July 1, 2011 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to Hospice of Dayton

CORDONNIER, Edward P. Cordonnier (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 1 May 2020) Edward P. Cordonnier, age 70, of Celina, formerly of Russia, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton due to complication of a stroke suffered on Easter Sunday. He was born April 22, 1950 in Greenville to the late Paul & Rosemary (Glynn) Cordonnier. His mother survives in Sidney. On April 17, 1971 he married Linda S. Berning in Minster. She survives in Celina. He is also survived by children: Casey (Stephanie) Cordonnier of New Bremen, Bryon (Araceli) Cordonnier of Mission, TX; grandchildren: Lauren, Madison, Andrew and Joshua; brother and sisters: Kay (Ron) Borchers of Russia, Don (Barb) Cordonnier of Russia and Sandy (Heinz) Finkes of Piqua; and brothers-in-law, Larry (Janet) Berning of Minster and Tom (Peg) Berning of McCartyville. He was preceded in death by his father and his in-laws, Ray and Lucille Berning. Ed was a 1968 graduate of Russia High School. He was bricklayer for more than 40 years and started M.R. Phlipot Masonry and then was a superintendent of masonry for Ferguson Construction. He volunteered and was chief for the Russia Fire Department, was past president of the Russia Civic Association, was a member of Celina Moose and an avid boater. He was also a sports enthusiast and enjoyed Ohio State sports and NCAA basketball and watching his grandchildren play sports. Private family services will be held. Hogenkamp Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Russia Fire Department 113 North St., Russia, OH 45363.

CORDONNIER, James H. Cordonnier (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2149206) James H. Cordonnier, age 88, of Minster, Ohio died Sunday, November 18, 2018 at his home in Minster. He was born January 31, 1930 to the late August & Freda (Barhorst) Cordonnier. On April 6, 1953, in St. Dennis Church, Versailles, he married Doris (Bergman) Cordonnier, and she survives in Minster. Jim is also survived by children: Kathy & John Dicke, New Bremen, Mark & Mindy Cordonnier, Larry Cordonnier, and Amy & John Poeppelman, all of Minster. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, siblings: August & Barb Cordonnier, Russia, Bill & Sue Cordonnier, California, Carol & Amos Johns, Piqua, and in-laws: Rosie Cordonnier, Russia, Kenneth Schwartz, Russia, and Connie Cordonnier, New Knoxville. He is preceded in death by siblings: Paul Cordonnier, Tom & Rosemary Cordonnier, Marie Schwartz, Rachele Cordonnier, and Ken Cordonnier. Jim was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster, and a member of the Orphan Society. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and served in the Korean Conflict, a member of the Minster American Legion Post, where he served as the financial secretary for 20years, and the Minster VFW. He was also a member of the Minster FOE 1391, and the Minster Service Club. Jim worked for 13 years at Minster Foods, and retired after 39 years at Minster Oil & CW Service. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, November 24, 2018 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. Burial with full military honors will follow in St. Augustine Cemetery, Minster. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Minster American Legion and VFW Honor Guard.

CORDONNIER, Kenneth K. Cordonnier (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Kenneth K. Cordonnier, 73, of 310 Botkins Angle Road, New Knoxville, died Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys. He was born February 27, 1937, in Shelby County, OH, the son of August and Freda (Barhorst) Cordonnier.He married Connie Elshoff on May 4, 1991; she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his 4 children: Kimberly (Bill) Stump of Houston, OH; Douglas Cordonnier of Naples, FL; David (Hollie) Cordonnier of Fort Loramie; Daniel Cordonnier of Fort Loramie; by four step-children:Tami (Stan) Sanford of Saint Marys; Teri (Joe) Lesher of New Bremen; Craig (Renee) Lauth of Saint Marys; Brent (Charla) Lauth of New Knoxville; by 6 grandchildren; 11 step-grandchildren; 6 step-great-grandchildren; by his siblings: Paul (Rosie) Cordonnier of Russia; Jim (Doris) Cordonnier of Minster; Rachelle Cordonier of Kettering; August (Barb) Cordonnier, Jr. of Russia; Carol (Amos) Johns of Piqua; Bill (Sue) Cordonnier of Carmichael, CA; by a brother-in-law, Leonard (Vera) Elshoff of Spencerville; two sisters-in-law: Janet (Alfred) Manbeck of New Bremen; and Sandy Curts of New Knoxville.He was preceded in death by his parents and by a sister, Marie Schwartz; amd by a brother Tom Cordonnier. Ken was a 1955 graduate of Russia High School, OH and a graduate of the University of Dayton. He worked as an engineer at Leland Electrosystems and Piqua Engineering. On the weekends he enjoyed tending bar at Al’s Place in Fort Loramie, where he was affectionately known as “Sunshine”. He later worked at the Village Market and Deli in New Knoxville. Ken enjoyed working in his yard, reading, sports and spending time with his family. He was a star basketball player during his high school days in Russia, OH and still holds the record for most career free throws made and is third in most career points scored. He was a member of St.Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Newport and attended the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville with his wife. He helped establish and coach Newport Little League Baseball in the late 1960’s and early 70’s. He was a member of the Minster Eagles and Celina Moose. Funeral rites will be Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville. Burial will follow at Pilger Ruhe Cemetery in New Knoxville. Memorial donations may be directed to the Auglaize County Cancer Association; New Knoxville Fire Department First Responder Team or JTDMH Foundation. Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, 200 West Spring Street, New Knoxville, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

CORDONNIER, Paul Cordonnier (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1877928) Paul Cordonnier, age 87, of Russia, Ohio died on November 16, 2016 at his home in Russia. He was born on January 30, 1929 in Russia, Ohio to the late August & Freda (Barhorst) Cordonnier. He married Rosemary Glynn on July 12, 1949 at St. Remy Church, Russia, Ohio and she survives in Russia. He is also survived by children: Ed & Linda Cordonnier of Celina, Kay & Ron Borchers of Russia, Don & Barb Cordonnier of Russia, Sandy & Heinz Finkes of Piqua, 12 grandchildren: Casey & Stephanie Cordonnier, Bryon & Araceli Cordonnier, Nick & Lisa Borchers, Kelly & Tim Norris, Keith Borchers, Jay Borchers, Tonya & Roger Hammonds, Spencer & Amber Cordonnier, Abby & Marcus Bixler, Matt & Meridith Finkes, Angie Finkes, 21 great grandchildren, brothers & sisters: Jim & Doris Cordonnier of Minster, Rachelle Cordonnier of Piqua, August Jr. & Barb Cordonnier of Russia, Bill & Sue Cordonnier of Cardiff, CA, Carol & Amos Johns of Piqua, in-laws Ken Schwartz, Connie Cordonnier and Julia Billenstein. He was preceded in death by brothers & sister: Tom & Rosemary Cordonnier, Marie Schwartz, Ken Cordonnier, in- laws: Kathryn & Irvin Monnin, Joe & Helen Glynn, Naomi & Paul Benanzer, Bob & Hilda Glynn, Janet & Cletus Schmiesing, Bob Billenstein. He was a member of St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia, Grand Knight of the K of C, Russia Usher with church, former member of Russia Fire Department, Russia girls & boys golf coach. Paul was a 1947 graduate of Russia High School and retired from Francis Manufacturing after 35 years of service. He was an avid sports fan of the Russia Raiders, Cincinnati Reds & Bengals, OSU Buckeyes, and coached numerous youth sports teams. Many will miss seeing Paul sitting on his porch watching the Reds. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, November 21, 2016 at St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia, Ohio. Burial will follow in St. Remy Cemetery. Memorials may be made to The Gathering Place 201 W Main St., Russia 45363 or Wilson Hospice. Hogenkamp Funeral Home Russia has been entrusted with the services.

CORDONNIER, Rosemary Glynn Cordonnier (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/rosemary-cordonnier) RUSSIA - Rosemary (Glynn) Cordonnier, age 91, of Russia, passed away of natural causes on Saturday, September 5, 2020, at Landings of Sidney where she had been a resident for the past seven months. She was born on July 9, 1929, in Russia, Ohio, to the late Albert and Florence (DeLaet) Glynn. On July 12, 1949, at St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia, Rosemary married Paul J. Cordonnier, who preceded her in death on November 16, 2016. Her son, Ed Cordonnier, died on April 28, 2020. She is survived by three children - Kay and Ron Borchers, Russia, Don and Barb Cordonnier, Russia, Sandy and Heinz Finkes, Piqua, and daughter- in-law Linda Cordonnier, Celina; 11 grandchildren - Casey and Stephanie Cordonnier, Bryon and Araceli Cordonnier, Nick Borchers and Lisa Factora-Borchers, Kelly and Tim Norris, Keith and Lia Borchers, Jay Borchers, Tonya and Roger Hammonds, Spencer and Amber Cordonnier, Abby and Marcus Bixler, Matt Finkes, and Angie Finkes; 22 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Rosemary is also survived by one sister, Julia Billenstein, Greenville; in-laws - August Jr. and Barb Cordonnier, Russia, Bill and Sue Cordonnier, Cardiff, California, Carol and Amos Johns, Piqua, Doris Cordonnier, Minster, Ken Schwartz, Russia, and Connie Cordonnier, New Knoxville; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by siblings and spouses - Kathryn and Irvin Monnin, Joe and Helen Glynn, Naomi and Paul Benanzer, Bob and Hilda Glynn, Janet and Cletus Schmiesing, and Bob Billenstein; and in-laws - Jim Cordonnier, Tom and Rose Cordonnier, Rachelle Cordonnier, Marie Schwartz, and Ken Cordonnier. Rosemary was a 1947 graduate of Russia High School and a lifelong member of St. Remy Catholic Church. She retired from Clopay Corporation in 1991. She especially enjoyed her weekly fellowship with friends at the Gathering Place in Russia. A private family-only Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia, Ohio. Social distancing is required for the family due to COVID-19. A private family-only burial will follow in St. Remy Cemetery. Arrangements by Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Russia. In lieu of flowers and gifts, the family requests donations be made to the Gathering Place, 201 West Main Street, Russia, Ohio 45363 or Wilson Hospice Care, 1081 Fairington Drive, Sidney, Ohio 45365.

CORNETT, Kenneth L. Cornett (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 27 April 2017) Kenneth L. Cornett, age 86, of 224 North Cherry Street, St. Marys, died Thursday, April 27, 2017, at Otterbein S.t Marys Retirement Community. He was born May 21, 1930, in Christopher, KY, a son of Samuel and Clora (Gross) Cornett. He married Marvary Ratliff of April 8, 1949 and she preceded him in death on August 21, 2013. He is survived by his children: Deborah (Wesley) Grant of Stockbridge, GA; Theresa (Darrell) Bayman of Saint Marys; Tammy (Daniel) Stinebaugh of Brighton, CO; 8 grandchildren: Christy Collins; Angela Bruggeman; Brittany Harris; Melissa Galbreath; Jennifer Herzog; Colenna Paysen; Benjamin Paysen; Amanda Pope; 24 great-grandchildren; and by 8 great-great-grandchildren. He is survived by one brother, James (Ella Fay) Cornett of Dayton, Ohio. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; wife; by a son, Michael Cornett; by his brother Enos Cornett; by a sister, Evelyn Breshers. Mr. Cornett’s brother, Lanny Cornett, died in Hazard, KY, just minutes prior to Kenneth’s death in St. Marys. Mr. Cornett was a veteran of the US Army, having served during the Korean War. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in St. Marys. He loved studying history, watching old movies, fishing and camping. He dearly loved his cat, Petey. He was a member of VFW Post 9289. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, May 2, 2017, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys. Burial, with military honors, will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial gifts may be given to Grand Lake Hospice.

CORNETT, Malvary Marie Cornett (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Malvary Marie Cornett, 80, of 224 Cherry Street, Saint Marys, OH, died Wednesday, August 21, 2013, at the Saint Marys Living Center. She was born July 8, 1933, in Hazard, KY, the daughter of Pete and Sara (Johnson) Ratliff. She married Kenneth L. Cornett on April 8, 1949, in Hazard, KY and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her 3 daughters: Deborah (Wesley) Grant of Martin, TN; Theresa (Darrell) Bayman of Saint Marys; Tammy (Daniel) Stinebaugh of Wapakoneta; by 9 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; by a son, Michael Cornett; by her siblings Charles Ratliff; Herman Ratliff; James Ratliff; Donald Ratliff; Oma Mae Stanley and Mildred Begley. Malvary retired from Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys, where she had served as a nurse’s aide for many years. She enjoyed collecting movies, reading, making crafts of all kinds and sewing. Funeral rites will be Monday, August 26, 2013, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, Ohio. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial gifts may be given to the Alzheimer’s Foundation.

CORNWELL, Shirley Ann Cornwell (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 April 2015) Shirley Ann Cornwell, age 76, went to be with the Lord Sunday April 12, 2015. She was surrounded by her loving family, at her home, in St. Marys. She was born on Feb. 13, 1939, in New Bremen, to Robert M. and Rose L. (McDermit) Temple, both proceded her in death. On May 25, 1968, she married Robert Lee Cornwell, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 13, 1986. Survivors include 2 sons, Darrell (Theresa) Bayman, of St. Marys and Chester L. Cornwell II, of St. Marys; 2 daughters, Tina (Joe) Stelzer, of St. Marys and Theresa (Charles Rodeheffer) Cornwell, of New Knoxville; 4 brothers, Jack (Linda) Temple, of Wapakoneta, Jerry (Connie) Temple, of Celina, Gary Temple, of St. Marys and Terry (Donna) Temple, of Montezuma; 5 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 8 step-great-grandchildren and 1 great -great-grandchild. She is also preceded in death by three brothers, Lincoln "Gene," Robert and Richard Temple, and a sister Sharon Temple. Shirley was a 1957 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School, she also went on to receive her associate’s degree from Wright State University. She retired from Huffy's in Celina after 33 years of service. She was a life member of the St. Marys VFW Post 9289. Funeral services will be at Cisco Funeral Home of St. Marys, located at 1175 E. Greenville Road on Thursday. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to Diabetes and/or Muscular Dystrophy Foundations.

CORRELL, Kenneth Correll Jr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 February 2018) Kenneth Correll Jr., age 68, passed on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, at Beach Grove Meadows, Beach Grove, IN. He was born on Jan. 1, 1950, to Kenny and Opal (Kingen) Correll. He is survived by his son, Jason (April) Correll; two granddaughters, Sarah and Carlee Correll; and five brothers, Greg Correll, Tim Kingen, Sam Kingen, Randy Kingen and Guy Kingen. He was preceded in death by his mother and father; three brothers, Carl Garee, Robert Correll and Ricky Kingen; and a sister Maralyn Kingen. His final arrangements will be Tuesday at Indiana Funeral Care, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis. A memorial gathering will be Thursday at the Celina VFW Post 513.

CORRIGAN, Ronald F. Corrigan (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 13 March 2017) Ronald F. Corrigan, age 80, of 143 Jack Oak Point Road, Saint Marys, Ohio, died Monday, March 13, 2017, at the Saint Marys Living Center. He was born November 19, 1936, in Beaver Falls, PA, the son of Francis and Carolyn (Nicklaus) Corrigan. He married Dona Hall on October 21, 1958, and she preceded him in death on November 22, 2001. He is survived by his brother-in- law, Leroy Kogge of Saint Marys; by six nieces: Jeri (Rick) Lipp of Celina; Nancy (Rodger) Moeller of Celina; Linda (Tony) McDonald of Saint Marys; Kris Holt of Saint Marys; Kay (Edmond) Cordray of Dayton; LuAnn Hyll of Kettering. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and by two sisters: Joyce Kogge and Nancy Hyll. Ron was a 1954 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He had worked at Marsh Supermarkets previously and spent most of his career as a salesperson for the Gillette Company. He enjoyed fishing and reading. Graveside burial rites will be Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Military honors will be presented by VFW Post 9289 at the graveside. In lieu of flowers, Ron’s family requests that donations be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, is entrusted with Mr. Corrigan’s funeral arrangements.

COST, Ruth E. Botkin Cost (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 28 April 2011) Ruth E. Botkin Cost, age 92, formerly of Sidney, died Tuesday, April 26, 2011, at Fairhaven Nursing Home in Sidney. She was born on April 12, 1919, in St. Marys, the daughter of Charles Ransom and Daisy Adeline (Swartzel) Rumpff, and they preceded her in death. She married Forest Botkin, and he preceded her in death in November 1978. She later married Bill Cost, and he preceded her in death in 2001. She is survived by 1 son and daughter-in-law, Bruce (Phylis) Botkin of Sidney; 2 daughters and 1 son-in-law, Phyllis Lutterbeck of St. Marys, Marjorie (Ron) Miller of Gettysburg; 1 sister-in-law, Lucille Rumpff of St. Marys; 9 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by one daughter; six brothers and two sisters. She was a lifelong member of First Christian Church in Sidney. She was a retired nurse's aide at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Sidney. She volunteered at Shelby County Deer Hunters and Shelby County Fish and Game. She was a member of the Eastern Star in Sidney. Funeral services will be Saturday at Adams Funeral Home, 1401 Fair Road, Sidney. Burial will follow at Cedar Point Cemetery in Pasco. An Eastern Star service will be Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to First Christian Church, 216 N. Main St., Sidney, OH 45365.

COSTELLO, Marie M. Costello (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 1 December 2008) Marie M. Costello, age 86, of Lorain, formerly of Sandusky, died Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, at Kingston of Vermilion, Vermilion. She was born on Aug. 10, 1922, in Maria Stein, a daughter of Frank and Frances (Fahrig) Borges and they preceded her in death. She is survived by a son, David L. (Carrie) Costello of Lorain; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Leo Borges of Minister, John Borges of Dayton; nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Raymond N. Costello in 1979; a daughter, Carole J. Costello in 2002; two brothers, Joe and Paul Borges. She was a 1940 graduate of St. John Catholic High School. For several years, she had worked at the Wright-Patterson Air Field, in Dayton where she had met her husband, Ray. After moving to Sandusky, she had worked at Apex Manufacturing Co., Needlecraft World and later at Sandusky Plastics (Foster Grant) for nearly 20 years, retiring in 1987. After retiring, she worked at the Cedar Point Amusement Park and volunteered at Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Ohio Veterans Home. She enjoyed crocheting and caring for her many pets and was an avid fan of the Cleveland Indians. She was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Altar Rosary Society, VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 2529, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post 83, Sandusky Eagles Aerie 444, and a past social member of the Italian-American-Beneficial Club. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 510 Columbus Ave, Sandusky. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery, Sandusky. David F. Koch Funeral Home, 520 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky is handling the arrangements. Contributions may be made to Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 510 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, Ohio 44870.

COTTERMAN, Clifford Elwood Cotterman (Abstracted from information from information sent to Elmer by the Wayne County, OH Genealogy Society) WOOSTER -- Clifford Elwood Cotterman, age 93, of Wooster, passed into the next life Aug. 26, 2015. Cliff was born March 23, 1922 in Wooster, the son of Frank Vernon and Mina Odessa Swartz Cotterman, and was the youngest of three siblings. He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as sisters, Mary Lucille Baney and Marjorie Alice McClelland. (Apparently they were not too excited about his birth. Upon his birth, his older sisters decided they were "going to go home and spit on him" since they really didn't want a brother.) Clifford attended Walnut Street School for kindergarten followed by Pittsburgh Avenue School. He graduated from Wooster High School with the class of 1942. Upon graduation, Clifford joined the Army Air Corps. He completed training with the Air Corps at various bases in Utah, Florida and Ohio and served as a tail gunner on a B25 Mitchell bomber with the 434th Bomber squad. He saw action in China and Burma while stationed in India. (He flew a total of 44 missions and regularly attended group reunions in the years following the war.) When Clifford returned from the war, he attended Wooster Business College. On Sept. 22, 1946, he married Jeannette Eileen Chapman, the daughter of William Harrison and Lillian Lucille Eaken Chapman of Shreve. Upon graduating from the Business College, he began a life-long career with Wayne Auto Parts as an outside salesman. (He maintained his manner of dress well into retirement because "I'm a salesman".) He was well known in the community as a result of his association with Wayne Auto Parts, as well as his involvement as a life-long member of First Presbyterian Church in Wooster. After retiring, he became an active supporter of Wayne County Historical Society devoting many hours to the museum. Surviving in addition to his wife, Jeannette, are children, Jon W. (Phyllis) Cotterman, Jan S. Cotterman and Clifford Daniel (Josephine) Cotterman; grandchildren, Jesse, Noah, Seth, Nate and Jared Cotterman, Heather (King) Harley, Gretchen (King) Dang and Rachel (King) Miller; 4 great-grandsons and 2 great- granddaughters. Services will be Tuesday, Sept. 1 at First Presbyterian Church, 621 College Ave., Wooster. Burial will be in Wooster Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to LifeCare Hospice, 1900 Akron Road, Wooster 44691; First Presbyterian Church, 621 College Ave., Wooster 44691; or Wayne County Historical Society, 546 E. Bowman St., Wooster 44691. McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, Wooster, is assisting the family.

COTTERMAN, Doris Jean Cotterman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 June 2020) Doris Jean Cotterman, age 91, of Wapakoneta, died Monday, June 1, 2020 at her home with her son and daughter by her side. She was born Feb. 8, 1929, in Gutman, the daughter of Benjamin R. and Ruth (Walti) Knoch, who preceded her in death. On April 24, 1948, she married William E. Cotterman Sr. who also preceded her in death. Survivors include: daughter, Carol Jean Cotterman of Wapakoneta; son William E. (Betty) Cotterman, Jr., of Wapakoneta; daughter-in-law, Kay Knoch Franz of Wapakoneta; eight grandchildren: Miles (Chelee Pischalko) Cotterman, Nichole (Brandon) Havens, Heather (Michael) McDonald, Myria (Brian) Rostorfer, Ben Knoch, Chris (Albert) Presnell, Jenny (Tim) Boroff and Teri (Ernie) Vehorn; 20 great- grandchildren: Justin, Samantha, Cody, Shelby, Kayla, Katie, Maya, Kimber, Katelyn, Ky, Charlie, Allison, Amanda, Brittany, Briana, Brielle, Courtney, Joey, Samantha and Alexis; 10 great-great grandchildren; brother Lewis and (Sharon) Knoch; sister Virginia La Marr; brother-in-law Jerry McEldowney and sister-in-law, Barbara Cotterman. She was preceded in death by a son, John W. Knoch, a sister, Dorothy Chiles and a brother, Max Knoch. Doris retired in 1991 from Superior Tube, Wapakoneta. Her hobbies included crafting, baking, going to garage sales, antique shopping, fishing with her husband and spending time with her grandchildren. A funeral service will be at Eley Funeral Home and Crematory, state Route 501, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Association.

COTTERMAN, Lester F. Cotterman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 January 2010) Lester F. "Pete" Cotterman, age 77, of Wapakoneta, died Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born Feb. 4, 1932, in St. Marys, a son of Samuel and Bessie (Goodwin) Cotterman. His father, Samuel Cotterman and mother, Bessie Cotterman Kramer are deceased. On Dec. 29, 1951, he married Barbara A. Zink, and she survives. He is also survived by his children, Rebecca S. Cotterman of Columbus, Dennis M. (Linda) Cotterman, Timothy D. (Deborah) Cotterman, Cheryl A. (Greg) Selover, Robert A. Cotterman, Paul E. Cotterman, all of Wapakoneta; 10 grandchildren, Andrew and Kasey Cotterman, Christopher (Andrea) Cotterman, Chad (Sarah) Cotterman, Holly (Travis) Baker, Kelly (Chuck) Walter, Jared Selover, Julie (Dustin) Becker, Danielle (Aaron) Tomlinson, Amber (Travis) Lea; eight greatgrandchildren, Haley, Kaleb, Aaron, Ethan, Emily Marie, Emily Denise, C. J., and Riley; a brother, William (Doris) Cotterman, of Wapakoneta; a sister, Betty Weiler of St. Marys; two brothers-in-law, Jerome McEldowney of St. Marys, Charles (Lucy) Zink of Wapakoneta; three sisters-in-law, Betty Dicke of St. Marys and Mary Bradford and Linda Black, both of Wapakoneta. He was preceded in death by a grandson John Paul Cotterman; brothers and sisters-in-law, Donald (Marie) Cotterman, Samuel Cotterman, Ronnie (Kathy) Cotterman; sisters and brothers-in-law, Louise (Floyd) Zimmerman, Delores (Archie) Sawmiller, Rosemary (Edgar) Holsinger, Pat Chilcoat Koeper, Beverly Cotterman, Barbara McEldowney, Dixie (Frank) Cramer, Judy Cotterman and Richard Weiler. He retired in 1983 after 35 years of service as a crane operator and maintenance worker with the St. Marys Foundry. He later worked as a security guard with Pinkerton Security, and with ACRUX Security at the Honda Engine Plant, Anna. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie 691, Wapakoneta. A devoted family man, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. He also enjoyed traveling, hunting and fishing. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions may be directed to Tri-County Visiting Nurses and Hospice or St. Rita's Hospice.

COTTERMAN, William E. Cotterman Sr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 April 2018) William E. "Joe" Cotterman, Sr., age 91, of Wapakoneta, died Friday, April 20, 2018, at Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. He was born Oct. 6, 1926, in St. Marys, the son of Samuel F. and Bessie L. (Goodwin) Cotterman, who preceded him in death. On April 24, 1948, he married Doris J. Knoch, and she survives. Other survivors include two children, Carol Jean Cotterman and William E. "Bill" (Betty) Cotterman, Jr., both of Wapakoneta; daughter-in-law, Kay Knoch Franz, Wapakoneta; eight grandchildren, Miles (Chelee Pischalko) Cotterman, Nichole (Brandon) Havens, Heather (Michael) McDonald, Myria (Brian) Rostorfer, Ben Knoch, Chris (Albert) Presnell, Jenny (Tim) Boroff and Terry (Ernie) Vehorn; 20 great-grandchildren, Justin, Samantha, Cody, Shelby, Kayla, Katie, Maya, Kimber, Katelyn, Ky, Charlie, Allison, Amanda, Brittany, Briana, Brielle, Courtney, Joey, Samantha and Alexis; six great-great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Lewis and Sharon Knoch, Virginia La Marr, Jerry McEldowney and Barbara Cotterman. He was preceded in death by a son, John W. Knoch; sisters, Betty Weiler, Barbara McEldowney, Deloris Sawmiller, Rosemary Holsinger, Dixie Cramer, Patricia Chilcoat, Louise Zimmerman, Beverly Cotterman and Judy Cotterman; and brothers, Donald Cotterman, Samuel Cotterman, Lester Cotterman and Ronnie Cotterman. Joe retired in 1989 from Ametek-Westchester Plastics in Wapakoneta. He also worked as a home builder and carpenter. Joe proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion Post 330, Wapakoneta. His hobbies included woodworking, fishing, hunting, and, most importantly, spending time with his grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Eley Funeral Home and Crematory, 1102 Lincoln Ave. (State Route 501), Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Resthaven Memory Gardens near Moulton, where military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta VFW Post 8445. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project or the charity of the donor's choice.

COVERSTONE, Karen R. Coverstone (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1706320) Karen R. Coverstone, age 49, of Russia, OH died Tuesday November 17, 2015 at her home. She was born May 18, 1966 in Cleveland Ohio to the Milton & Nancy Beheim. Her mother survives in Cleveland. She married Philip Coverstone on June 14, 1997 in Sidney, Ohio. He resides in Russia. She is also survived by children: Brant, Evan & Kayla all in Russia, brothers Glenn & John Beheim, Cleveland, mother-in-law Mary Coverstone, Sidney. She was preceded in death by her father and her father-in-law Marlin Coverstone. She was a member of St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia and the Mother’s Club in Russia. She was a graduate of Bowling Green State University and began teaching at various schools in the Sidney area, ending up at Piqua Schools. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, November 21, 2015 at St. Remy Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Remy Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Russia, Ohio is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to Coverstone Family Fund at US Bank, Russia and Random Acts of Christian Kindness (RACK) 3420 Redmon Road, Russia, OH 45363 or The James Cancer Center, James Fund for Life, 660 Ackerman Road PO Box 18312, Columbus Ohio 43218.

COVERT, David Lee Covert (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 19 July 2018) David Lee Covert, age 57, of New Knoxville, OH, died Thursday, July 19, 2018, at his residence. He was born November 27, 1960, in Detroit, MI, the son of Earl and Myrtle (Davison) Covert. He married Ruth Gordon on June 23, 1991, in Plainwell, MI; she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his two sons: Christopher Covert and Patrick Covert, both of New Knoxville. He is survived by his siblings: John (Judy) Covert-Sisung of Detroit, MI; Tim (Mary Beth) Covert of Detroit; Tom (Suzanne) Covert of Stevensville, MI; Rick (Kathy) Covert of Squim, WA. He was preceded in death by his parents. David Lee earned as Associate’s Degree in Music and was a professional musician at the Way International in New Knoxville, where he had worked since 1984. He will be remembered for his incredible guitar playing abilities. He enjoyed coaching, going on family vacations and just spending time with his sons. Memorial services will be Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Memorial gifts may be given to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

COWGER, Eva Annalee Cowger (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Eva Annalee Cowger, 86, died Tuesday November 5, 2013. She was born February 1, 1927 in Keyser, WV to Ray and Jessie (Osburn) Stump. On November 24, 1946 in Hacker Valley, WV, she married Evin Hubert Cowger, who died June 2, 2004. They moved to Ohio a few years later and built their home on CR 33A Wapakoneta, OH. In 2003 she moved to St. Marys, OH where she lived on Royal Oak Dr. Several years later, due to failing health, she relocated to Quaker Heights Care Community in Waynesville, OH. She is survived by 1 daughter, Starla Dobson of Port Charlotte, FL; 1 son, Gregory (Julie) Cowger of Waynesville, OH; 4 grandchildren: Nathan (Kasey) Bice, Erin (Dave) Harrington, Christopher (Leigh Anne) Cowger, Corey Cowger; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Jessie Stump; husband, Evin Hubert Cowger; 2 brothers, Ray B. Stump, Jr. and Charles Stump. She was a graduate of Wright State University in Dayton, OH, where she earned a degree in elementary education. She retired from Minster, OH Elementary School, having taught 2nd grade for many years. She had previously taught in Moulton, OH and West Virginia. She attended Crossview Christian Church, Waynesville, OH. She was a member of Hillsdale Baptist Church, Hawthorne Chapter #119 OES, Delta Kappa Gamma sorority, Auglaize Co. Retired Teachers’ Association and After 5 Club. Her favorite pastimes included gardening, sewing and camping. A family visitation and celebration of life will be held at Crossview Christian Church in Waynesville OH Thursday November 14th.

COX, Connie Lynn Sholler Cox (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 June 2014) Connie Lynn (Sholler) Cox, age 68, of Celina, died peacefully in her sleep Sunday, June 15, 2014, at her daughter's home near Wapakoneta, surrounded by her children, after a brief illness. Connie Lynn was born on Jan. 26, 1946, in Wapakoneta, the oldest of six children, to the late Helen Mae (Sholler) Gallimore. On April 22, 1966, she was married to Allen Cox. They were later blessed with three children, and would go on to be married for 25 wonderful years, until Allen's untimely death on Aug. 17, 1992. Their union was a shining example of love and respect to everyone around them. Connie and Allen settled near Waynesfield, and for a number of years, owned and operated their C and G General Marathon Convenience Store in New Hampshire. Later on, she owned Country Cargo GiftShop in Celina. Connie, while a private person, was very settled in her Christian faith and beliefs. She led by example, not words. She loved animals of all kinds. More than one raccoon, rabbit, skunk and otherwise stray animal owed the entirety of his or her existence to Connie's kind rearing over the years. She also cherished her time with her children and grandchildren. She made sure, on a daily basis, that their lives were enriched by her presence. Connie was preceded in death by not just her mother and husband, but also by two brothers, Timothy and Joe Gallimore and her grandparents, Jacob and Anna Sholler. Connie is survived by her three children, Blaine Randy (Ingrid) Cox of Endicott, NY; Jennifer (Jerry) Weeks of Wapakoneta; and Kyle Wayne (Kelly) Cox of Van Buren Township, MI; a sister, Shirley Ann Degen of Celina; two brothers, Jonathon (Dolly) Gallimore of Fort Myers, FL; and Patrick (Cathy) Gallimore of Wapakoneta; two beautiful granddaughters, Jennifer Ann and Carly Jo Cox and five step-grandchildren, Jerry L. Weeks III, Jordan M. Weeks, Jared W. Weeks, Jeffrey J. Baxter II and Gaby M. Baxter; an uncle, Raymond Sholler of St. Marys, and two very special aunts, Dorothy (Sholler) George and Lois (Sholler) Ruhm, both of Crestline. Both were very much like sisters to Connie. Surviving nieces, nephews and cousins abound in both the Sholler and Cox families. She also leaves behind an extra special family member, Tracy House, of Wapakoneta. Her celebration of life will take place Saturday at The Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501, Lincoln Highway, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Walnut Hill Cemetery, near New Hampshire, where she will rest next to Allen. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Auglaize County Humane Society.

COX, David Allen Cox (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 25 April 2017) David Allen Cox, age 46, of Granger, IN, and formerly of rural Spencerville, died Saturday, April 22, 2017, near Berrien Springs, MI, when his motorcycle collided with an automobile that turned in front of him and his wife. His wife, Christine Marie Michinski Cox, also died in the accident. He was born in Bluffton on June 13, 1970, the son of Carl Eugene and Sue Ellen Core Cox, who survive in rural Wapakoneta. David and Christine were married on June 14, 2008. Surviving are his children, Morgan Sue Cox and Jack Harold Cox, both of Wapakoneta; his stepchildren, Taylor, Morgan, Jordan and Camryn Pontzious, and his step-grandson, Jayden Pontzious, all of Granger, IN; his sister, Jenny Lyn (Ken) Cook, and her children, Jacob, Joshua and Grace Cook, all of Wapakoneta; his maternal grandparents, Jack and Emaline Core of Kossuth; and a paternal grandmother, Avonnah Jean Cox of Spencerville, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Harold "Fritz" Cox. David was a 1988 graduate of the Spencerville High School and earned his journeyman electrical license through the IBEW Local 32 in Lima. He was employed as director of Midwest Electrical Operations for the J.J. White Contracting Company of Philadelphia. He was a private pilot. He loved spending time with his children, grandson and family. He enjoyed motorcycles and their travels and their recent flights to Puerto Rico and Mexico. Funeral services for David will be Friday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Fort Amanda Cemetery. Memorials may be made for his children to Carl Cox in care of the funeral home.

COX, Janet L. Cox (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Janet L. Cox, 68, of #18 Meadowview Terrace in New Bremen, OH died Monday October 11, 2010 at her residence. She was born December 15, 1941 in Troy, OH to Guy and Dorothy (Pike) Baker. On July 25, 1980, she married Ivan Cox, who survives. She is also survived by 1 son Tony (Rhonda) Steele of Sidney, OH; 1 daughter Lisa Steele of Celina, OH; 2 grandchildren: Erica Steele and Scott Steele; 3 brothers: Bill (Betty) Baker of Troy, OH, Bob (Deb) Baker of Tipp City, OH, Dick Baker of Covington, OH; 2 sisters: Karen (Bill) Hawkins of Sidney, OH, and Linda Gephart of Troy, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents; 1 grandson, Christopher Gantt; and 1 brother, Earl Baker. She was a 1961 graduate of Troy High School. She was a homemaker and had worked as a cook at Bob Evans’ Restaurant in Troy. She enjoyed playing cards and bingo. Funeral Rites are scheduled Sunday October 17, 2010 at Miller Funeral Home & Cremation Service 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys, OH.

COX, Jessie Marie Cox (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 8 March 2010) Jessie Marie Cox, age 81, of Old Columbia Road, Campbellsville, KY, died Thursday, March 4, 2010. She was the daughter of the late Phillip A. and Nonie Lawson Bottom. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Stevie Ewing and Gail Cox, Roland Keith and Lisa Cox, Ruby and Mike Gribbins, Marilyn Marie and Phillip Burris all of Campbellsville, KY, Colin Lewis and Penny Cox of Ohio; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; 10 step-grandchildren; 11 step-great-grandchildren; and a sister. She was preceded in death by her husband, Linus Ewing Cox; a grandson and a brother. Funeral services will be Monday at the Lyon DeWitt Funeral Home with burial to follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

COX, Martha A. Cox (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 5 May 2008) Martha A. Cox, age 86, 6115 Short Road, Houston, died Saturday, May 3, 2008, at residence. She was born May 1921, in Tackett Creek, TN, a daughter of the late James and Emma (Gaylor) Hatmaker. In 1937, she married Ross Marlow and he preceded her in death 1959. In 1962 she married James Cox and he preceded her in death in 1982. She is survived by sons, Quentin Marlow of Houston and Charlie (Vicky) Marlow of Bellefontaine; three daughters, Donna Bair Houston, Mrs. John (Patsy) Riggs of Sidney Mrs. Tom (Wilma) Simon of New Bremen; 17 grandchildren; 25 great-grand-children; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by two daughters, Peggy Roediger and Shirley Smith. Funeral services will be Wednesday, at the Cromes Funeral Home, 302 S. Main Ave., Sidney. Burial will be at Shelby Memory Gardens in Sidney. Memorial contributions may be directed to Wilson Memorial Hospital in Martha Cox's memory.

COX, Phyllis E. Cox (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – August 6, 2012) Phyllis E. Cox, age 83, of New Bremen, died Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at the St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born on Feb. 12, 1929, in Springfield. She was the daughter of Forrest and Willa (Hall) McCaughey. On July 3, 1948, she married James Cox who died on Aug. 9, 1990. Survivors include her children, Michael (Judy) Cox of Cleveland, Thomas (Marion) Cox of Austin, Texas, Susan (David) Gibboney of Troy and Jamie (Patrick) Lampert of New Bremen; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandsons; and 1 sister, Helen Wheaton of Leesburg. Preceding her in death along with her parents and husband were her two brothers, Cecil and William McCaughey. Mrs. Cox was a member of the Faith Alliance Church in New Bremen. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society, the Friends of the Library of New Bremen and the New Bremen Historic Association. She and her husband were avid campers and enjoyed traveling to many different destinations over the years. After moving to New Bremen, she became a nurse’s aide at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys and then began working at Crown Equipment Corp. in New Bremen, retiring in 1992. After retirement, she became a kindergarten and elementary school aide at the New Bremen Elementary School. A memorial service will be Wednesday at the Faith Alliance Church. Interment 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 church memorial fund.

COYLE, Lucille M. Coyle (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 March 2018) Lucille M. (Vallo) Coyle, age 102, beloved aunt, grandaunt and great-grandaunt to many, passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2018, at Heritage Manor Nursing Center in Minster. She was born to Harry and Frances (Rumping) Vallo on Nov. 11, 1915, in Flint, Mich. She married Edward (Ted) Coyle, also of Flint, on Nov. 9, 1935. They had one son, Edward P. Coyle, Jr., who died on June 29, 1956, in an industrial accident at the age of 17. She devoted her life to helping others, especially her nephews, their families and many others, navigate through their lives' challenges with wisdom and perspective gained during her own life. Besides her son Edward Jr., she was preceded in death by her husband Edward on Nov. 12, 1990; her parents, Harry and Frances Vallo; all of her siblings, including Mary Margaret Vallo (1913), Virginia M. (Vallo) Geiger (1972), Robert R. Vallo (1995) and Blanche A. (Vallo) Busse (2000). Her survivors include: nephews Dr. Robert R. and Judith M. (Winner) Geiger of Port Clinton; James H. and Martha A. (Bollheimer) Geiger of Minster; and William E. (Rusty) and Jill L. (Bable) Geiger of Columbus. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Jean Vallo, of St. Marys, and nephew Timothy J. Vallo, of Oroville, WA. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families in the Flint, MI area. In addition, she is survived by grandnephews David E. Geiger of Spring Hill, TN; Jonathan W. and Elizabeth (Schreiber) Geiger of Cincinnati; Andrew R. and Stephanie (Mueller) Geiger of Blue Ash; Vincent E. Geiger of Minster; Nicholas L. Geiger of Minster; Zane W. Geiger of Chicago; as well as grandnieces, Emily L. (Geiger) and Peter Draugelis of Cincinnati; Bethanna M. (Geiger) and Johnathan Drisaldi, Woodstock, GA; Katherine M. Geiger of Cincinnati; Bridget R. Geiger of Salzburg, Austria; Ava L. Geiger of Cincinnati; and Lila A. Geiger of Columbus. She also had 20 great- grandnieces and great-grandnephews. She graduated from Minster High School in 1932 at the age of 16. She was an avid reader and worker of crossword puzzles until very late in her life. She will be deeply missed by all. A Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Minster. Burial will follow at St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Eternal Word Television Network.

COYLE, Maureen A. Coyle (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 29, 2012) Maureen A. Coyle, age 77, of Wapakoneta, died Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born on Jan. 15, 1935, in Staten Island, NY, to Patrick and Ann Cassidy. She married James R. Coyle, and he survives. She is also survived by 4 children, Linda (Daniel) McCune of Wapakoneta, Debbie (Mark Harshbarger) Martin of Wapakoneta, Pat (Kim) Weiler of St. Marys and Holly (Donnie Browning) Wallace of Botkins; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, John (Barbara) Koritar of Denver, CO. She was preceded in death by a grandchild; and a great-grandchild. Mrs. Coyle was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She did adoration at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Botkins and had been a clerk for Holsum Bakery. She was a member of Eagles Lodge 691 Wapakoneta, loved bingo and going on the bus to casinos. Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Cridersville. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery near Uniopolis. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

CRABTREE, Florence Esther Crabtree (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 December 2009) Florence Esther "Betty" Crabtree, 88, of St. Marys, died Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at the Otterbein Home in St. Marys. She was born April 12, 1921, in Dundee, Mich., a daughter to the late Early and Rosa (Schwabb) Green. On Aug. 1, 1943, she married Rev. H. Glenn Crabtree, who preceded her in death July 19, 1994.She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Jack (Rebecca) Crabtree of Huntington Station, NY; a daughter, Jane Fandray of Charlotte, NC; a son-in-law, Donald Bilski of Salisbury,. MD; 4 grandchildren; and 1 great-granddaughter. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the Otterbein St. Marys Home in St. Marys. Burial will follow in Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Lehman-Hogenkamp Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements.

CRAFT, David J. Craft (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 June 2018) David J. Craft, age 68, of Wapakoneta, passed away on Sunday at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born Nov. 9, 1949, in Celina. The son of Bernard J. and Estella (Wendel) Craft, who preceded him in death. On Oct. 12, 1974, he married Luana Yoakam, and she survives. Other survivors include his two children, Halley J. Craft, Wapakoneta and Nathan J. Craft, Denver, CO; siblings, Mary Ann Tebbe, New Bremen; Vic (Mary) Craft, Milford; Ken Craft, St. Marys and Mel (LaDonna) Craft, Celina. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Carl, Donald and Bernie Craft and a sister, May Ellen Craft. Dave worked as a school bus salesman with the Cardinal Bus Sales in Lima. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School and the Bowling Green State University. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wapakoneta and served on the Moulton Township zoning board. Dave was a car enthusiast and particularly enjoyed working on them. His other hobbies included boating, camping, fishing and traveling. He also enjoyed spending time at his family property in Northern Michigan. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wapakoneta. Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, 1102 Lincoln Ave. (State Route 501) Wapakoneta is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society.

CRAFT, Dick L. Craft (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dick L. Craft, age 52, 408 Webb St., St. Marys, died Aug. 8, 2006, at his residence following an extended illness. He was born May 19, 1954, in St. Marys, to Leo and Ida Steen Craft, who are deceased. He was raised by his step-mother, Merle Howick Craft, who is also deceased. On Jan. 17, 1984, he married Kathleen McCann, who survives. Also surviving are 2 daughters, Whitney and Britney, both of St. Marys; a step-son, Derek (Jill) Turner, of St. Marys; a step-daughter, Kristi Turner, of St. Marys; 2 sisters, Marlene Hitchen and Donna Chilcoat, both of St. Marys; 1 brother-in-law, Mike (Joyce) McCann, of Tampa, FL; his mother-in-law, Gloria McCann, of St. Marys; a granddaughter and 4 step-grandchildren. Deceased are two sisters, Dorcas Vanover and Betty Sanders. He was a welder at Accubuilt, Lima, and a graduate of Memorial High School, St. Marys. Private family services will be held. Arrangments are by Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys.

CRAFT, Donald A. Craft (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Donald A. Craft, 73, of 00058 Southland Road in rural New Bremen, OH died Friday January 14, 2011 at JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. He was born July 13, 1937 in St. Marys, OH to Bernard and Estella (Wendel) Craft. On January 24, 1958, he married Janet E. Kohler, who survives. He is also survived by 1 daughter, Kimberly Jo (William) Fisher of St. Marys, OH; 4 grandchildren: Justin (Tammy) Moyar, Jesse (Nikki) Moyar, Jeremiah Moyar and Jolena Moyar all of St. Marys, OH; 10 great- grandchildren; 1 sister, Mary Ann (Leo) Tebbe of New Bremen, OH; 4 brothers, Kenneth (Judy) Craft of St. Marys, OH; Melvin (LaDonna) Craft of Celina, OH; David (LouAnn) Craft of Wapakoneta, OH; Victor (Mary) Craft of Cincinnati, OH; 3 sisters-in- law, Ruth Craft of St. Marys, OH; Betty J. Henschen of New Knoxville, OH; and Sally Meckstroth of New Bremen, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Carl Craft; brother, Bernard (Rita) Craft; and sister, Mae Ellen Craft. He was a 1955 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys. He was a Veteran of the United States Coast Guard. He was one of the founding principals with Precison Strip, Incorporated of Minster, OH. He served the company in various managerial capacities, and was instrumental in its growth to other cities including the establishment of plants in Kenton, OH, Middletown, OH and Bowling Green, KY. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and Eagles Lodge Aerie #767, both in St. Marys and Loyal Order of Moose in Celina, OH. Don was a hard-working man. On rare occasions, he would take a little time off to fish or go hunting. He also was an accomplished woodworker, and built many projects that will be treasured by future generations. Rites are scheduled Thursday January 20, 2011 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 511 E. Spring St. in St. Marys. Burial, with graveside military honors, will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to either: Auglaize Co. Cancer Society or St. Jude’s Research Center.

CRAFT, Jacob T. Craft (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 21 May 2018) Jacob T. Craft, age 25, of Saint Marys, died suddenly on May 21, 2018, at OSU Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio. He was born April 27, 1993, in Lima, Ohio, the son of James and Sheila (Carillon) Craft. He is survived by his parents, James and Sheila (Carillon) Craft of Saint Marys; his siblings: Brian (Jennifer) Craft of Portland, OR; Derek Craft of Saint Marys; Aaron (Megan) Craft of Deer Park, OH; Alison (Jessie Heyder) Delaplane of Spring Hill, FL; Mario (Jackie) Salvador of Westerville, OH; a nephew, Spencer Delaplane, and by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Also surviving is his grandmother, Helen Carillon of Wilmington, NC. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Edgar and JWilva Craft; Earl Carillion, Sr. and Bill Fugatt. Jacob was a 2011 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He enjoyed doing auto repair and body work. He was a big fan of the OSU Buckeyes. He never met a stranger, and he was a talented artist and singer. He liked John Deere tractors and farming and he loved his dogs. Most of all, Jacob will be remembered for his huge heart for others. Funeral rites will be Friday, May 25, 2018, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, Saint Marys. Memorial gifts may be given to the Auglaize County Humane Society.

CRAFT, JWilva L. Craft (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ –24 March 2016) JWilva L. Craft, age 96, formerly of 1410 Neil Avenue, Saint Marys, and a resident of Vancrest Nursing Home, Saint Marys, died Thursday, March 24, 2016, in Saint Marys. She was born August 18, 1919, in Ohio City, OH, the daughter of Albert and Olive (Balliet) Crouse. She married Edgar M. Craft of December 27, 1944, in Portland, IN and he preceded her in death on October 20, 1980. She is survived by her children: Caroline (Bob) Waesch of Saint Marys; Donna (David) Shreiner of Millersburg, Ohio; David (Lynn) Craft of Saint Marys; James (Sheila) Craft of Saint Marys. She is survived by seven grandchildren: Matt (Molly) Craft; Jason (Christen) Craft; Brian (Jennifer) Craft; Derek Craft; Aaron (Megan Kappers) Craft; Jacob Craft and Allison Delaplane. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren: Easton Craft; Carly Craft and Spencer Delaplane. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; siblings Richard Crouse, Marcella Schroer and Frieda Becker. JWilva was a 1937 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She retired from the Saint Marys Cotton Mill. She was a member of the First Friends Church in Saint Marys, where she had taught Sunday School and was the church treasurer. She enjoyed gardening, making hand loomed rugs and baking. She had been an Avon Representative for many years. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, Ohio. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in Saint Marys. Memorial gifts may be given to the Auglaize County Council on Aging.

CRAFT, Lois Ann Craft (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 June 2008) Lois Ann Craft, age 78, of rural Wapakoneta, died Thursday, June 12, 2008, at her home where she was born. On April 12, 1930, she was born in Duchouquet Township, Auglaize County, a daughter of Gilbert and C. Viola (Glynn) Presar and they preceded her in death. On Oct. 15, 1955, she married Richard T. Craft, and he survives. She is also survived by four children, Diane Craft, Judy ( David) Steinke, both of Wapakoneta, James Craft of Columbus and Cathy (Dan) Lambert of Buckland; three grandchildren, Jenny ( Jimmy) Failla of New York, NY, Matthew Steinke of Springfield, Deron Steinke of Columbus; two aunts, Rosanna Presar and Helen Presar, both of Wapakoneta; and a sister-in-law, Mary Hageman of Botkins. A homemaker, she was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, and a member of the former Ladies' Sodality. A 1948 graduate of Blume High School, she was a member of the Auglaize Home Extension and the Two Mile Sewing Club. She enjoyed spending time with her family, sewing, reading and traveling. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Joseph School or St. Rita's Hospice.

CRAFT, Ronnie Joe Craft, Sr. (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Ronnie Joe Craft, Sr., 55, of 10526 Mercer – Auglaize Co. Line Road in St. Marys, OH died Sunday April 22, 2012 in the emergency department at JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. He was born November 13, 1956 in Dayton, OH to Talmadge and Imogene (Elam) Craft. He is survived by 1 son, Ronnie Joe Craft, Jr. of Miamisburg, OH; his mother and step-father, Imogene (Thomas) Campbell of St. Marys, OH; 2 sisters, Marie Campbell, Charles Town, WV; Debra (Scott) Hamilton of St. Marys, OH; 3 brothers, Richard (Patricia) Craft of Union, OH; Thomas Campbell of Trotwood, OH; Mark Campbell of Columbus, OH; and niece and nephews: Ricky Craft, Michael Craft, and Tiffany Seger. He attended Northmont Schools in Clayton, OH. He worked as a laborer in the construction industry in the Dayton and St. Marys areas. His favorite pastime was playing billiards. He also enjoyed animals, especially dogs. Rites are scheduled Wednesday April 25, 2012 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys.

CRAFT, Ruth Ann Polen Craft (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 21 August 2017) Ruth Ann Craft, age 76, formerly of 04492 Lock 14 Road, Saint Marys, died Monday, August 21, 2017, at Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community. She was born May 19, 1941, in Lima, Ohio, the daughter of Gale and Helen (Goodwin) Polen. She married Carl Craft on August 28, 1957, and he preceded her in death on November 7, 2001. Ruth is survived by her children: Richard (Tina Wycuff) Craft of Saint Marys; Tom (Allison) Craft of New Bremen; Scott (Claudia) Craft of Fort Worth, TX; Lisa (Mark) Graves of Saint Marys; Sherri (Kevin) Brown of Saint Marys; Renee (Tony) Schmehl of Saint Marys; 15 grandchildren, whom she loved to watch play sports, and 31 great-grandchildren. She loved their smiles and hugs. She is also survived by her siblings: Sharon Felver of Van Wert and Greg Polen of Celina. She was preceded in death by her parents; by her husband, Carl Craft; by her grandson, Garet Schmehl; and by her siblings: Gayle Schaff and Pat Polen. Ruth retired after 35 years of service from the Huffy Manufacturing Company in Celina. She was a graduate of the Dayton Medical Massage Therapy School. Ruth enjoyed bowling, boating, playing cards, baking, and attending her grandchildren’s sporting events. Funeral rites will be Thursday, August 24, 2017, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Private family burial rites will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts may be given to the Nursing Educational Fund of Sarah Walker.

CRAGER, Eugene Crager (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 1 November 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Eugene Crager, age 54, of Spencerville, died Sunday, November 1, 2020, at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born March 2, 1966, in Saint Marys, the son of David and Sylvia (Gibson) Crager. He is survived by his mother, Sylvia Crager of Spencerville; by his brother, Jack Crager of Spencerville. He was preceded in death by his father. Eugene was a 1984 graduate of Spencerville High School. He had been employed at Flexible Foam Corporation. He attended the Garden of Love Old Regular Baptist Church in Saint Marys. He enjoyed fishing and attending races at Limaland Speedway. Funeral rites will be at the Garden of Love Old Regular Baptist Church, Glynwood-New Knoxville Road, Saint Marys. Burial will be in the Gibson-Mosley Cemetery in Garner, KY. All visitors to the church are required to wear a mask and socially distance, in accordance with the mandates of the Ohio Department of Health. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, is entrusted with Eugene’s funeral arrangements.

CRAIG, Wayne Robert Craig (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/wayne-craig) Wayne Robert Craig, age 67, of Celina passed away at his residence in Bass Landing on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. He was born March 17, 1953 to the late Donald & Jean (Morningstar) Craig. He married Gay (Huelsman) Craig and she survives him in Celina. He is also survived by daughter: Jennifer & Tom Ransdell of Ft. Loramie, son: Jason Craig of Minster, grandchildren: Blake & Sara Ransdell, Bradyn Ransdell & Tori Saunders, and Korigan Ransdell, sister: Donna & Mike Marcum of Centerville, aunt Paula Meeker of Brookville, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Wayne grew up in the small town of Clayton, Ohio. He owned numerous vehicles in his life. He was a proud supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and enjoyed fantasy NASCAR. Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, a Celebration of life will be planned at a later date.

CRAMER, Barbara J. Cramer (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 23 March 2017) Barbara J. Cramer, age 77, of Wapakoneta passed away Thursday March 23, 2017 at St. Rita's Hospital, Lima. She was born on August 6, 1939 in Bradshaw, NE to Harold & Erma (Klawitter) Welch who preceded her in death. On July 8, 1958 she married Carl Cramer Sr. and he survives in Wapakoneta. She is survived by 3 children; Brenda Rolling, Ft. Wayne, Carl (Jill) Cramer, Wapakoneta, Micheal Cramer Sr., Nashville, TN, 9 grandchildren Rachel (K-Mac), Micheal (Pina), Amanda, Terry, Adam (Tricia), Erin (Zack), Clinton, Samantha, Luke, 9 great-grandchildren, Alida, Dylan, Zac, Trevor, Veronica, Abigail, Tatiana, Carsen, Giovanni, 1 brother Duane (Carol) Welch, 1 sister Evelyn Jones both of Wapakoneta and an uncle LaVerne (Donna) Klawitter of Wapakoneta. She was preceded in death by a son-in-law Jon Rolling, a daughter-in-law Deborah Cramer and a brother Everett Welch. Barbara was a 1958 graduate of Blume High School. She was a homemaker and worked in retail sales and raised 4 of their grandchildren. She was a member of Wapakoneta Community Worship Center where she loved serving. She loved animals but most of all she loved being with her family and friends. Funeral services will be Monday, March 27, 2017 at Wapakoneta Community Worship Center. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Wapakoneta Community Worship Center.

CRAMER, Carl C. Cramer (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 3 July 2019) Carl C. Cramer Sr., age 82, of Wapakoneta went home to his Jesus and the love of his life Barbara on Wednesday July 3, 2019 at Lima Memorial Health System, Lima. Carl was born on July 26, 1936 in St. Marys, OH to Oscar & Helen (Taylor) Cramer who preceded him in death. On July 8, 1958 he married Barbara J. Welch and she passed away on March 23, 2017. Survivors include 3 children; Brenda Rolling, Ft. Wayne, Carl (Jill) Cramer Jr., Wapakoneta, Michael (Virginia) Cramer Sr., Scottsboro, AL, 9 grandchildren Rachel (Katie) McFarland, Erin (Zack) Hinton, Luke Rolling, Amanda Cramer, Adam (Tricia) Cramer, Michael (Pina) Cramer Jr., Terry Cramer, Clinton Cramer, Samantha Cramer; 10 great-grandchildren, Alida, Dylan, Veronica, Carsen, Zac, Abigail, Trevor, Tatiana, Giovanni and Evie. He was preceded in death by a son-in-law Jon Rolling; a daughter-in-law Debbie Cramer and 12 siblings. Carl retired from the U.S. Army as a Green Beret Special Forces serving two tours during the Vietnam War where he earned a Silver Star and a Purple Heart. He also retired from the St. Marys Post Office. Carl enjoyed parachuting out of airplanes with his children and grandchildren as he was even scheduled to do a jump this week. He loved bowling and spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery with military rites being performed by V.F.W. Post 8445. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wapakoneta Community Worship Center.

CRAMER, Carol A. Cramer (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2113347) Carol A. Cramer, age 75, of St. Henry, died Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at Kindred Hospital, Dayton. She was born June 7, 1943 in Columbus, OH, to the late Ernie & Alvina (Eyink) Borgerding. In 1962 she married Robert H. Cramer and he survives in St. Henry. She is also survived by three children, Christine & Ross Dalton of Middletown, Kimberly & Rob Steward of Farmersville, and Kevin & Carrie Cramer of St. Henry, six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother Dennis Borgerding. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, where she was a communion distributor and a member of the Daughters of Isabella, and the Altar Rosary Sodality. Carol was a graduate of Ft. Recovery High School, a member of the National Honor Society and had earned the State Homemakers Degree. She loved caring for people, working as a home health aide, later working at Briarwood, and for many years working for Hospice in Mercer, Darke, and Jay Counties. Carol enjoyed traveling especially to the Smokey Mountains, also Ballroom dancing, bowling, helping with activities at the Gardens at St. Henry and spending time with her family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, June 18, 2018 at St. Henry Church. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Briarwood Activity Fund.

CRAMER, Dennis Wayne Cramer (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dennis Wayne Cramer, 65, of Beech Tree Hill Apartments in St. Marys, OH died Friday, July 17, 2009 in the emergency room department of JTDM Hospital. He was born May 28, 1944 in St. Marys, OH to Oscar and Helen (Taylor) Cramer. Survivers include 3 sisters, Betty Muter of St. Marys, OH; Patricia (Hugh) Thomas of St. Anthony, OH; Joyce Cramer of Mendon, OH; 3 brothers, Thomas Cramer of Elkhart, IN; Jack Cramer; and Carl (Barbara) Cramer both of Wapakoneta, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents; 4 brothers: Frank, Robert, Donald, and Oscar Cramer, Jr.; and 1 sister, Norma Jean Cramer. Prior to his becoming disabled, he had been employed with an Illinois-based carnival. He enjoyed fishing. Services are scheduled Saturday, July 25, 2009 at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road in St. Marys, OH. Private family burial will take place at the Resthaven Memory Gardens near Moulton, OH.

CRAMER, Jack L. Cramer (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 14, 2013) Jack L. Cramer, age 77, of Wapakoneta, died Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born on April 2, 1935, in St. Marys, to Oscar Sr. and Helen (Taylor) Cramer who preceded him in death. He is survived by a daughter, Sue (Gary) Schoffner of Wapakoneta; 3 grandchildren, Brian (Natalie) Schoffner, Jamie (Scott) Sherrick, both of Lima and Korre (Caitlyn) Schoffner of Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton; 5 great-grandchildren; numerous great-great-grandchildren; 2 brothers and 2 sisters, Betty Muter, Tom Cramer, Carl (Barbara) Cramer and Joyce Strickland. He was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Bob, Frank, Patricia, Denny, Norma Jean, Oscar Jr., and Donald. Jack was a general contractor. He also farmed, raised hogs, and was a landlord. He was a member of the Amvets Post #333. He enjoyed dancing, playing cards and shooting pool. He loved his garden and especially his flowers. He will always be remembered as a very caring and giving to everyone he knew. Funeral services are scheduled Saturday at Schlosser Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Mercer Memorial Gardens, Celina. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Auglaize County Humane Society.

CRAMER, Lacy L. Cramer (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Lacy L. Cramer, 67, of Saint Marys, and formerly of Fostoria, OH, died Saturday, September 1, 2012, at his residence following a brief illness. He was born October 19, 1944, in Fostoria, the son of Dustin and Edith (Keckler) Cramer. He married Linda Keysor on February 12, 1994 and she survives at the residence. He is survived by his 3 children: Candy Cramer of Fostoria; Tracy (Mike) Cramer-Wasson of Fostoria; Heather (Orlando) Mauricio of Fostoria; by a step-daughter, Tessa (Larry) Post-Ice of Dry Ridge, KY; by 8 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; by 2 brothers: Dustin Cramer, Jr. of Fostoria; Ted Cramer of Fostoria; and by 1 sister, Connie Miller of Indiana. He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 sisters: Patty, Gloria and Edith; and by 1 brother, William. Lacy retired from the Lima Army Tank Plant. He enjoyed creating art. Funeral rites will be Thursday, September 6, 2012, at the Hoening Funeral Home, 242 West Tiffin Street, Fostoria. Private family burial rites will be held at a later date. Local arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys.

CRAMER, Pearl Marie Cramer (Abstracted from the Lima News, Sep 18, 2001) St. Marys - Pearl Marie Cramer, age 76, died Sept 17, 2001, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. St Marys. She was born June 4, 1925 in McGuffey to the late Melvin and Sarah (Johnson) Lawrence. Her companion of 50 years Herman Alspach, survives in Buckland. Ms. Cramer retired as a press operator al Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., St. Marys after 30 years. Survivors also include a brother, the Rev. Russell (Gladys) Lawrence of Lima; a half-brother, the Rev. Don (Dorothy) Donnal of Lima, four sisters Martha Kleman, Rosetta Johns and Dixie Bradly, all of Lima , and Barbara (Hank) Ramlow of Elida. She was preceded in death by a half-brother, Alvin Donnal. Graveside services will be at Resthaven Memory Gardens, St. Marys. Arrangements are by Miller- Long and Folk Funeral Home, St. Marys.

CRAVEN, Arthur Alan Craven (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 3 June 2013) Arthur Alan Craven, age 83, of 225 Eastview Drive in Celina, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2013, at the Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. He was born on Sept. 28, 1929, in Bucyrus, to the late Robert E. and Mary (Campbell) Craven. On Feb. 6, 1954, he married Vada V. McClelland, who lives in Celina. Also surviving are his four sons, and daughters-in-law, Jeff and Hallie Craven of Celina, Randy and Marilyn Craven of Fulton, IN, Robert and Sue Craven of Houston, TX, Dana and Lynn Craven of Parkersburg, WV; two grandchildren, Phillip Howell Craven, Arthur Alan Craven and his brothers, George Craven of Colma, MI, and James Craven of Pastukla, LA. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Donald Craven, John Craven and Daniel Craven. Arthur served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War as a lineman. Funeral services will be Thursday at the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will follow in Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina, with Military Honors by the Celina American Legion Post #210 and the Celina VFW Post #5713. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina assisted with the arrangements. V.F.W. Post #5713 membership services and Masonic Lodge services will be Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

CRAVEN, Evelyn L. Craven (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – August 28, 2012) Evelyn L. Craven, age 70, of Celina, died Sunday, Aug. 12, 2012, at the Ohio State Medical Center. She was born on Nov. 22, 1941, in Auglaize County, to Harry Max and Mary Jane Rogers Sheaks, and they preceded her in death. She is survived by 1 son, Wayne W. Whited of Miamisburg; 2 daughters, Terri L. Fisher and Shari A. Whited, both of Celina; 3 grandchildren; 1 great- granddaughter; and 1 sister. She was preceded in death by a sister; and a brother. A memorial graveside service will be Wednesday at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

CRAW, Charles Lee Craw (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420832) Charles Lee Craw, age 72 of 805 Greenbriar Ct. in Celina, Ohio, passed away Monday September 30, 2013 at the Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center. He was born on Sept. 24, 1941 in Chattanooga, TN, to the late Charles & Bertha (Deyhle) Craw. On Nov. 17, 1962 he married Doris Norris, whom lives in Celina. Also surviving are his children Richard Craw of Celina, Sharon & Tony Slusher of Celina, grandchildren Elizabeth Craw, Lindsay & Brian Gilliand, Whitney Kroft & Brandon Moyar, Amber Eubanks, Heath Paul, Harrison Paul, great grandchildren Gage Craw, Peyton Gilliand, Piper Gilliand, Parker Gilliand, Raegen Stein and Elexya Stein, brother & sister-in-law Bert & Brenda Craw of Warner Robbins, GA, Annie Uptain of TN and his sister & brother- in-law Elizabeth & Randy Easter of Rockwood, TN. Charles was preceded in death by his daughter Margaret Cencebaugh and his brother Richard Uptain. He served his country in the United States Army. He was formerly employed at Chrysler in Van Wert, Ohio and retired from the Tank Plant in Lima after 26yrs. After he retired he worked at Huffy's in Celina and was then employed at CAPT in Celina. Charles was also a volunteer with the Adams County Sheriff Reserves. He was a member of the Celina V.F.W. Post #5713 and the Celina Eagles. A memorial service will be Friday Oct. 4, 2013 at the Lehman-Hogenkamp- Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. The Celina Eagles service will be held and his Military Honors will be held immediately following the memorial service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Health Professionals of Celina 816 Pro Dr. Celina, Ohio 45822.

CRAW, Doris May Craw (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 June 2016) Doris May Craw, age 80, of Celina, died Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at her residence. She was born on May 1, 1936, in Celina to the late James and Cecil (Beougher) Norris. On Nov. 17, 1962, she married Charles Lee Craw, who died on Sept. 30, 2013. Surviving are two daughters Sharon (Tony) Slusher and Lori Crockett, both of Celina; 3 sons Brent Davis of Des Moines, IA; Dennis Laeson of New Boston and Richard Craw of Celina; 20 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 1 daughter-in-law, 1 sister-in-law and 1 brother-in-law. Preceding her in death are a son Elbert Richards Jr., and two daughters Rita Murphy and Margaret Cencebaugh, four sisters, an infant sister, three brothers and two infant brothers. Doris was a former employee and a member of the Celina Eagles Aux. 1291 and the Celina VFW Post 5713 Aux. A memorial service will be Saturday at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

CREAGER, Emma Frances Creager (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Emma Frances Creager, age 92, formerly of 7871 State Route 219, Celina, died Oct. 2, 2006, at Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born June 11, 1914, in Marion, IN, to Clarence and Cleo Huston. On Jan. 4, 1947, she married Paul Creager, who died April 11, 1985. She is the last of her family. She was a homemaker. Graveside services are Thursday at Burdge Cemetery, Montezuma. There are no calling hours. Arrangements are being handled by W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina.

CREEDEN, Diane Marie Creeden (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420921) Diane Marie Creeden, age 84, of 113 Foch St. in Celina, passed away Monday July 2, 2012 at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born on March 03, 1928 in Lima, Ohio to the late Cecil Dale and Ruby Thayer (Minckley) Mallory. Diane is survived by her sons Frank Creeden of Celina, Randy & Marlena Creeden of Celina, daughter Paula & John Lessick of Celina; 14 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; sisters & brothers-in-law Suzie & Bob Eilerman of Montezuma, Gene Spicer of Celina, brother & sisters-in-law Dennis Mallory of New Bremen and Thelma Mallory of Celina. She was preceded in death by her daughter Mary Vorhees, sisters "Corky"& William Youngs, Naomi Spicer, brother James Mallory. Diane graduated from Celina High School in 1946. She was a member of the Celina Moose Lodge, a Life Member of Celina V.F.W. Aux Post #5713 and a Life Member of the Celina American Legion Aux. Post#210. She retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber in St. Marys. She was the First Female Supervisor and top ten supervisor Twice in her Career. She was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Funeral Services will be Friday July 6, 2012 at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina. The Celina V.F.W. and Celina American Legion ladies Auxiliary will hold membership services. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina.

CRESS, Frederick Leo Cress (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 28, 2011) Frederick Leo Cress, age 85, of Lima, died on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, at Vancrest of Delphos. He was born to Cecil and Catherine Cress of Bucyrus, and they preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Georgia; 1 daughter, Kathleen (Robert) Wittorf of Sarasota Springs, UT; 2 sons, Larry (Virginia) Cress of Lima and Eric (Mary) Cress of El Paso, TX; and 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in St. Marys. A memorial service will be Monday at Salem Mennonite Church, 4275 W. State Road, Elida. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Salem Mennonite Church.

CRESS, Juanita D. Cress (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 February 2009) Juanita D. Cress, age 83, of Van Wert, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, at Vancrest Health Care Center, Van Wert. She was born July 19, 1925, in Streator, IL, a daughter of Ralph and Evangeline (Grey) Hoobler and they preceded her in death. She was married to the Rev. Delbert E. Cress and he preceded her in death in 1999. She is survived by 2 sons, Ron (Ruth) Cress of Noblesville, IN, and Jim (Bonnie) Cress of Bowling Green; 1 brother, Dean (Joyce) Hoobler of Rockford, IL; 1 sister, Terry (Tony) Podkanowiez of Streator, IL; and 5 grandchildren, Matthew (Amy) Cress, Michael Cress, Jason Cress, Brian Cress and Amy Cress. She was also preceded in death by a son, Daniel E. Cress. She was a high school teacher for 30 years with most of her teaching in the Parkway Local School District, Rockford. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Van Wert. She was a pastor's wife who served in Celina, St. Marys, Grover Hill, Republic, Willshire, and Cridersville. She was very active in her church and with her church family. She was a member of the Ohio Retired Teacher's The Van Wert & National DAR, TWIG II and volunteered for the Red Cross at the Van Wert County Hospital. She enjoyed bowling. Funeral services will be held Friday, at Alspach-Funeral Home and Crematory in Van Wert. Burial will follow at Convoy IOOF Convoy. Memorial may be directed to United Brethren Global Ministries, 302 Lake St., Huntington, IN 46750.

CRIDER, Christopher Allen Crider (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Christopher Allen Crider, age 45, of Spencerville, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 23, 2014 in Red Key, IN. Born on July 14, 1969 in Lima, he was the oldest son of Robert Crider and Jan Fox Trogdlon. His mother and step-father: Jan (Glen) Trogdlon, survive in Spencerville. His father and step-mother: Bob (Deb) Crider, survive in Delphos. Chris is also survived by 3 children: Kyle Crider of Spencerville, Alisha (Shane) Derrick of Bossier City, LA, and Amber Crider of Celina, and a step- granddaughter, Kailee Derrick. Chris leaves behind 3 siblings: Michael (Doug McMillen) Crider of Belle Center, Sean (Deb) Crider of Rockford, and Julie (Brian Tinnel) Heath of Van Wert, his maternal grandmother, Kathleen Fox of Celina, 1 nephew, Zachary Crider and 1 niece, Lyndsey Heath. Also surviving are four step-sisters: Jessi (Bo) Dingledine of St. Marys, Jenni (Bryan) Cummins of Lima, and Amber Whorl and Lacy Sheets both of Delphos. Angie Crider, the mother of their daughter, Amber, survives in Celina. Preceding Chris in death were his paternal grandparents, William (Jessie) Crider, maternal grandfather, Lewis Fox and a niece, Zoe Crider. Chris attended Mendon Schools and had worked at Crown Equipment in New Bremen. More than anything he loved his kids and being with them. He loved doing body work, tinkering with his '56 Chevy, fishing, mushroom hunting, watching Braves games and anything KISS related. His ornery smile will be in our hearts forever. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to his children.

CRIDER, Zoe Ilene Michele Crider (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Zoe Ilene Michele Crider, age 10, of Mendon, died Wednesday, May 12, 2010, at Van Wert County Hospital. She was born Oct. 7, 1999, in St. Marys, a daughter of Sean and Elizabeth (Krick) Crider; her father, Sean Crider survives in Rockford; her mother, Elizabeth Krick survives in Mendon. She is survived by her brother, Zachary Crider; maternal grandparents, Lowell and Martha Krick of Mendon; maternal grandparents, Bob and Deb Crider of Delphos, Jan and Glen Trogdlon of Spencerville; her paternal great-grandmother, Kathleen Fox of Celina; aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her maternal great-grandparents, Henry and Marcile Krick and Ralph and Phyllis Rasawuhr; her paternal great-grandparents, Bill and Jessie Crider and Lewis Fox. Funeral services will be held Saturday at Mendon First Church of God. Burial will follow in Mendon Cemetery. Contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.

CRIST, Jennifer Crist (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 March 2020) Jennifer A. Crist, age 45, of Celina, died Sunday, March 15, 2020 at her residence. She was born June 29, 1974 in Fort Wayne, IN to Mark and Sandy (Kempf) Junk. She is survived by husband Robert Crist of Montezuma; daughters Rylee Crist of Celina and Shelly Smith of Gallipolis; son Michael Smith of Gallipolis; grandson Laitin Smith; mother Sandy Junk of New Carlisle; sisters Tammy Junk of New Carlisle, Diane Trosper of Holt, MO and Tina Junk of Sandusky; and mother-in-law Alice Finke of St. Marys. She is preceded in death by her father Mark Junk. She was employed by the Kosei Corp. (formerly AAP) in St. Marys as a forklift operator. Because of the current restrictions in Ohio because of the coronavirus, private services will be held Saturday, March 28 at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys.

CRIST, Margaret L. Crist (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 December 2015) Margaret L. Crist, age 95, of St. Marys, formerly of Lima, died Dec. 15, 2015, at the St. Marys Living Center. Margaret was born on Aug. 20, 1920, in LaGrange County, IN, to Emery W. Hart and Elizabeth L. (Gonser) Healey, who preceded her in death. On April 30, 1938, she married Edward B. Crist, who preceded her in death on July 28, 1975. Margaret is survived by 3 sons: Claude Crist of Harrod, David (Ola) Crist of Spencerville and Edward Crist of Lima; by her 3 daughters Shirley Ann Crist of St. Marys, Sandra (Joseph Roller) Crist of Wapakoneta and Tammy (Trisha Knauss) Crist of Findlay; by a stepbrother Russell Eldon Healey of Rineyville, KY; by 2 stepsisters Betty Weidle of Albian, IN, and Donnabelle Metz of Angola, IN; by her 22 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren, and 29 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son Larry Crist; by her daughters-in-law Grace Crist and Betty Crist; by a brother Stanley Hart and by four grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. Margaret was a homemaker. She had previously worked as a factory worker with Excello. Margaret loved to fish and play bingo. She will be remembered as being a pet lover. Above all else, she loved her family. Funeral services will be Friday at the Chiles-Laman Funeral and Cremation Services, Shawnee Chapel. Burial will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

CRIST, Richard A. Crist (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 April 2015) Richard A. Crist, age 67, of St. Marys, formerly of Wapakoneta and Alabama, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at St. Rita's Medical Center. He was born on May 31, 1947, in rural Harrod, to the late William and Pearl Ingledue Crist. Richard retired from Ford Motor Company and had served in the US Army. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Moulton. He was a lifetime member of St. Marys VFW and a former member of the American Legion and Wapak Eagles. He enjoyed fishing, going out to eat, taking drives and going to Casinos. He was a Grandpa, Paw Paw or Daddy to everyone. Survivors include a son Robert (Jennifer) Crist of Mercer County; two daughters Tammy (Toney) of Alabama, Holliday (Chris) Smith of St. Marys and Teresa Crist of Wapakoneta; by five grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren and 1 great-grand baby; by 2 brothers Roger Crist and Benton (Linda) Crist, both of Alabama, and a sister Elizabeth Mae (Charles, dec.) Fredrick of Wapakoneta. He was preceded in death by twin grandchildren, a brother Robert "Buck" Crist, and a step son – Donny Gross. The funeral service will be Tuesday at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home in Cridersville. Burial will follow in Auglaize Cemetery in Harrod. Military rites will be observed by the VFW. Memorial contributions may be given to the family.

CRITTEN, Harry Critten (Abstracted from the Lima News Oct 6, 1973) Harry Critten was born: June 8, 1911, to Frederick and Louise Beckman. He married Faye Coon and he died: Oct 5, 1973. Survived by 1 daughter; 4 grandchildren; 2 sisters; and 1 brother. Buried in Elm Grove Cemetery.

CRITTEN, James F. Critten (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 7, 2013) James F. “Fred” Critten, age 94, formerly of St. Marys, passed away at 8:15 p.m. Oct. 4, 2013, at his residence in Lexington, Ky. He was born on Aug. 10, 1919, in St. Marys, the son of Frederick and Louise (Beckman) Critten, both of whom preceded him in death. On Sept. 18, 1942, he married Elizabeth “Betty” Bernhold and she preceded him in death on Jan. 6, 1996. He is survived by 2 daughters, Kathy Archuleta of Chatham, IL and Connie Ecabert of Lexington, KY; 4 grandchildren; and 9 great- grandchildren. He is also preceded in death by a son-in-law, Gene Archuleta; a brother, Harry Critten; and two sisters, Dorothy Schwartz and Florence Meyers. Fred was a 1937 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. He served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II, where he received a bronze star. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 42 years of service. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, a life member of the St. Marys VFW Post 9289 and a former member of the K of C. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday in the Holy Rosary Church in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys, where military honors will be given by the St. Marys VFW Post 9289. Memorial contributions can be made to the church. Cisco Funeral Home in St. Marys, located at 1175 E. Greenville Road is in charge of the arrangements.

CROCKER, Edward B. Crocker (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 15 April 2010) Edward B. Crocker, age 82, of East Tawas, MI, a former resident of St. Marys, died at his home on Friday, April 9, 2010, with his family at his side. He was born the son of Ernest and Hattie Crocker on July 26, 1927, in Woodstock, Maine. He married Eileen Crocker on June 12, 1948; she survives him and together they shared nearly 62 years of marriage. He is also survived by his children, James (Gloria) Crocker of DeTour Village, MI, Sandra (Barry) Olpp of Arizona City, AZ, Jacquelyn Basner of Sevierville, TN; his brother, Lawrence Crocker of Florida; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughters, Lorraine Skiver and Janice Minnich. He proudly served our country in the U. S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. He retired after 37 years as a supervisor for the U. S. government in 1979. He was a member of the American Legion, Masons and the Eagles; he enjoyed golfing, fishing and hunting, but most of all, he cherished being a husband and father. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held in St. Marys. Arrangements were made by the Buresh and Kobs Funeral Home in Tawas City, MI.

CROFT, Robert W. Croft (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – July 19, 2011) Robert W. “Bob” Croft, age 86, of Indian River, MI, formerly of Spencerville, died at 2:40 p.m. Sunday, July 17, 2011, a the Hospice House of Cheboygan in Cheboygan, MI. He was born on Aug. 23, 1924, in Allen County, to Forrest and Ethel Marie (Davenport) Croft, and they preceded him in death. On Nov. 18, 1943, he married Donna L. Ross, and she preceded him in death on Jan. 12, 1976. He is survived by two sons, Dennis L. (Patty) Croft of Wolverine, MI, and James E. “Eddie” (Darlene) Croft of Alanson, MI; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 4 stepgreat-grandchildren; 1 stepgreat-great-grandson; and three siblings. He was preceded in death by a sister. He was an Army veteran, having served as a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborn Division in the European Theater during World War II. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Spencerville Cemetery with military rites by the Spencerville Veterans. Memorial contributions may be made to the Spencerville Veterans Memorial Park fund.

CROMWELL, Alice Cromwell (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1976654) Alice Cromwell, of Gahanna, died Sunday, June 18, 2017 at her home. She was born March 10, in St. Henry, Ohio to the late William & Anna (Ahlers) Dues. On September 26, 1959, she married Hollis Cromwell, who died August 29, 1990. She is survived by two sons, Jeffrey & Terri Cromwell of Englewood, FL, Philip & Susan Cromwell of Blacklick, two daughters, Kim Carpenter of Gahanna and Lori Swanson, Columbus, six grandchildren, Sean Susey, Jason Swanson, Jeremy Swanson, Holly Carpenter, Katie Cromwell, and Anna Cromwell, a brother, Mark Dues of St. Marys, and in-laws, Geneva Dues and Kate Dues of St. Henry and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Ed Swanson, brothers and sisters, Bill Dues, Cy Dues, Carl & Katy Dues, Ed & Mary Dues, Alma & Tom Osterfeld, Florence & Wayne Snider and Elvira & Don Meuret, and a sister-in- law, Shirley Dues. She retired from Ohio Bell in 1992, after 15 years of service. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church, Gahanna, the Gahanna VFW Auxiliary, several Senior Centers, Red Hat Clubs and St. Johns Card Club. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, playing cards and going on trips. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, St. Henry has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to Mt. Carmel Hospice.

CRON, Cletus H. Cron (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 25 May 2020) Cletus H. Cron, age 88, of Celina, passed away Monday, May 25, 2020, at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born May 11, 1932, in Mercer County, to Anthony A. Cron Sr. and Catherine M. (Quinter) Cron. Cletus and Pauline M. Linn were married August 18, 1954, and she preceded him in death on June 27, 2018. Surviving are his children: Tim Cron of Saint Sebastian, Tony Cron of Coldwater, and Pam Cron of Celina, grandchildren: Haley Feltz and Mitchell Cron, and great-grandsons: Gabriel and Alexander Feltz. A sister & brother: Rosie Fleck of Celina, and George (Janet) Cron of Parma, also survive. Preceding him in death were brothers & sisters: Wilbert (Lorena) Boeckman, Richard (Alvira) Boeckman, Marcella “Sally” (Aloys) Weitzel, Joseph (Rita) Boeckman, Rita (Wilbert “Pete”) Moeller, Raphael “Ray” (Gwen) Cron, Anthony Cron Jr., John (Marjorie) Cron and Erma (Harold) Klosterman, and brothers-in-law: Gerald Fleck and Lester Linn. Cletus attended school in Montezuma, and then worked on the family farm. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, and was stationed in Italy during the Korean War. Often working two jobs at a time, Cletus was employed as a driver for Craig Trucking and Celina Truck & Tractor. He retired from Reynolds & Reynolds in Celina after 32 years of service. After his retirement, Cletus mowed the Mercer County Fairgrounds for 11 years. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish, Celina, and a life member of Celina Knights of Columbus Council #1800. Cletus enjoyed driving the "Blue Bus" for Immaculate Conception School, transporting students to field trips and sporting events. Cletus enjoyed mowing his yard and riding his bicycle. Arrangements by W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. A private Mass of Christian Burial for immediate family only, will be at Immaculate Conception Church in Celina. Burial will follow at St. Marys Cemetery in Celina, with Military Rites by Celina American Legion Post #210 and VFW Post #5713. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Church or the IC Educational Endowment Fund.

CRON, John W. Cron (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 May 2016) John W. Cron, age 94, of Celina, died Thursday, May 19, 2016, at the Otterbein Home in St. Marys. He was born on Dec. 20, 1921, in Celina to the late Clarence J. and Lucille (Beiersdorf) Cron. On Oct. 19, 1946, he married Rosecatherine Wimmers, who died on July 11, 2008. Survivors include his sons and daughters-in-law Nicholas J. (Mary Ellen) Cron of Toledo, and William L. (Deborah) Cron of Weatherford, TX; his daughters and sons-in-law Rebecca A. (David) Cox of Kingsville, TX, Kathryn S. Grimes of Celina, and Virginia L. (Kent) Bryan of Celina; 15 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, 1 brother and sister-in-law, 1 sister and brother-in-law and 1 sister-in-law. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, a son-in-law, a brother and sister-in-law, a sister and brother-in-law, an infant sister and several in-laws. He served his country during World War II from 1942 to 1946. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 1800, VFW Post 5713 and American Legion Post 210. A Mass of Christian burial will be Monday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina, with military honors. Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. American Legion, VFW and Knights of Columbus membership services will be held Monday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Endowment Fund.

CRON, Lucille K. Cron (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=56319746_LCron) Lucille K. Cron passed away Wednesday June 21, 2017 at the Celina Manor surrounded by her loving family. Lucille was born in St. Henry, to Edward and Veronica (Kaiser) Buehler on January 4, 1921. She was 96 years old. Lucille was married on June 21, 1941 to F. J. Cron who preceded her in death in 1997. Also her infant sister Betty Buehler, and her brother Walter Buehler of Celina preceded her in death. Lucille is survived by her daughter, Barbara & Thomas Bueltel of Dayton, also by her sons Robert Cron and Gay Garman of Fort Recovery, and Charles & Nancy (Doseck) Cron of St. Marys. She is also survived by her six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Lucille was a lifelong resident of St. Henry, and a member of St. Henry Catholic Church since birth. She was a graduate of St. Henry High School. She worked at the former Mersman's plant in Celina, the Beckman & Gast canning factory, and had a long career at the former Huffy's in Celina. She was very active in her community including: St. Henry Cub Scout pack, band mother, Alter Rosary Society, Daughters of Isabel, Ministry of Praise, C. K. of A. Cassella Chapter, and the Sacred Heart Club. Lucille and Flo enjoyed ball room dancing at the Carousel Ballroom and other dance venues around Mercer County. They loved spending time with family. Mass of Christian burial will be Monday June 26th at St. Henry Catholic Church. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements.

CRON, Maurice Cron (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/mauri-cron) Maurice (Mauri) Cron, age 84, passed away July 24, 2020 at Miami Valley Hospital due to complications from coronavirus. He was born May 29, 1936 to Arnold and Celia Cron. In 1957, he married Dolores Homan Cron and they have five children: Joyce Cron (Tim) Wessling, Keith (Carol) Cron, Laura Cron Gladden, Joseph dec. (Patti) Cron and Russell (Lisa) Cron. They also have fifteen grandchildren: Neil, Mei, Matt, Maureen, Maggie, Mary Claire, Will, Kyle, Brian, Jacob, Courtney, Mitchell, Lucas, Nolan, Dylan and two great grandchildren: Jack and Rosemary. He is survived by his sister, Mary E. Eyink and in-laws: Connie Cron, Judy (Chuck) Cron, Mary Ann (Maurice) Harting, Lester Stammen and Dorothy (Dan) Eifert. He is preceded in death by his parents, son Joseph, siblings Carl, Lester, Janet, mother and father in-law Lawrence & Mary Homan, in-laws: Ernie Eyink, Othmar & Rita Homan, Leonard & Alice Homan, Irene & Roger Will and Viola Stammen. Mauri was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, a lector for many years and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He served in the United States Army in 1955 & 1956. Mauri was a Nationwide Insurance agent for 42 years. He played for the Cincinnati Reds minor league baseball team in 1957 & 1958. He was a sports enthusiast his entire life and supported many teams: Coldwater Cavaliers, Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Reds. He enjoyed golf with his family and friends. He followed local school sports and was diligent in keeping stats. He completed the Columbus Marathon in 1985. His true love and joy was his family. He never missed an opportunity to spend time with his children and grandchildren. He especially cherished following and attending their many activities. Mauri was very civic minded. He served as Mayor for the Village of Coldwater for 20 years. He was a past president of Ohio Mayors Association, past president of Ohio Municipal League, past president and a 20 year board member of Auglaize Mercer county YMCA. He was active with the Jaycees, serving in many office positions. He was also very involved in Kiwanis. He held many local chapter offices and was Kiwanis Governor for the State of Ohio in 2004 & 2005. He was a member of the American Legion, Eagles and Mercer County Elks. He was a life-long member of the Mercer County Democratic party. Currently he was president of Mercer County PERI Chapter 13, and serving as president of Mercer County Civic Foundation. Due to COVID-19 concerns, a mass of Christian Burial will be private at Holy Trinity Church with no public viewing. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home Coldwater is handling arrangements. Memorial gifts can be made to Med Foundation Mercer Health, Coldwater athletic booster club or a charity of your choice.

CRON, Pauline M. Cron (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 27 June 2018) Pauline M. Cron, age 86, of Celina, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at Mercy Health - St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. She was born February 18, 1932 in Mercer County, the daughter of Valentine & Elizabeth (Wendel) Linn. Her parents and brother, Lester Linn, preceded her in death. Pauline and Cletus H. Cron were married on August 18, 1954, and he survives, along with their three children: Tim Cron of Saint Sebastian, and Tony Cron and Pam Cron, both of Coldwater, grandchildren, Haley Feltz and Mitchell Cron, and great grandsons, Gabriel and Alexander Feltz; brothers & sisters-in-law: Erma Klosterman, Rosie Fleck, John Cron and George (Janet) Cron, also survive. A graduate of Rockford High School, Pauline was a homemaker, and had worked at Mersman Furniture and McKirnan Brothers in Celina. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Celina, and its Altar Rosary Society. Pauline was an avid reader, and enjoyed walking and traveling on bus trips. She was very fond of cats, and she loved taking care of stray cats who would appear at her home. She particularly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandsons. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Immaculate Conception Church in Celina, on Monday, July 2. Burial will follow at St. Marys Cemetery in Celina. W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina is entrusted with the arrangements. Contributions in memory of Pauline may be made to Immaculate Conception Church or the I.C. Education Endowment Fund.

CRON, Rosecatherine Cron (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 July 2008) Rosecatherine Cron, age 85, 651 Maple Street, Celina, died Friday, July 11, 2008, at Miller House. She was born Jan. 30, 1923, in St. Henry, a daughter of Bernard and Rosa (Boeckman) Wimmers and they preceded her in death. On Oct. 19, 1946, she married John Cron and he survives in Celina. She is also survived by 2 sons, NicholasJ. (Mary Ellen) Cron of Toledo and William L. (Deborah) Cron of Weatherford, TX; 3 daughters, Rebecca A. and David (Cron) Cox of Kingsville, TX, Kathryn S. and Steve (Cron) Grimes of Celina and Virginia L. and Kent (Cron) Bryan of Celina; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; 3 sisters; and 2 sisters-in-law. She was also preceded in death by four brothers; and a sister. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Celina. Burial will follow in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery, Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp- Dzendzel Funeral Home, 901 Myers Road, Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Cancer Association of Mercer County, Inc., P.O. Box 624, Celina, OH 45822.

CROSIAR, Mary Kathleen Helmstetter Crosiar (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 December 2014) Mary Kathleen "Kathy" (Helmstetter) Crosiar, age 66, of 133 The Post Road in Springfield, died on Monday, Dec. 22, 2014, in St. Marys. She was born on Oct. 18, 1948, in Fort Wayne, IN, to Ferd A and Mary Helen (Wieser) Helmstetter. Survivors include her brothers James (Michele) Helmstetter of Pittsburgh, PA, Thomas (Madeline) Helmstetter of Holland, MI, David (Valerie) Helmstetter of Charleston, WV, and her nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents Ferd and Mary Helmstetter. She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1966) and Springfield Community Hospital School of Nursing. She was a registered orthopedic nurse with a fulfilling career, having worked 42 years for the Springfield Regional Medical Center. Her favorite pastimes included visiting family and friends, traveling and spending time at Grand Lake St. Marys. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her. Rites are scheduled Wednesday 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.

CROSS, Albert L. Cross (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Albert L. Cross, age 91, 155 Notheana Drive, St. Marys, died Aug. 23, 2006, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. He was born June 26, 1915, in Pitsburg, to Granville and Viola Malcolm Cross. On Sept. 6, 1938, he married Betty Knick, who survives. Also surviving are 1 son, Larry (Ruth), of Celina; 2 grandsons; 3 great-grandchildren and three step-great- grandchildren. Deceased are nine brothers and four sisters. He retired after 30 years at General Motors Corporation, Dayton. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and fought in the Invasion of Normandy. He was a graduate of Monroe High School, Pitsburg, and a member of American Legion Post 323 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9289, both of St. Marys. Services are Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to Auglaize County unit of the American Cancer Society.

CROSS, Betty Jane Cross (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Betty Jane Cross, 86, of Notheana Drive, St. Marys, OH, died Friday, October 12, 2007 at the St. Marys Living Center. She was born October 3, 1921 in Greenville, OH, the daughter of Elmer and Hazel (Rhoades) Knick. She married Albert Cross on September 6, 1938; he preceded her in death on August 23, 2006. She is survived by a son, Larry (Ruth) Cross, of Celina, OH; grandson, Todd (Maria) Cross, of Huber Heights, OH; granddaughter-in-law, Norma Cross, of Celina, OH; 3 great-grandchildren: Sonya, Annie and Megan Cross; 3 great-great-grandchildren, Hannah, Ethan and Hallie Edwards; 3 step-great-grandchildren, Greg, Mataya and Brannon Edwards; a sister, Mary Burns, of Greenville, OH; a brother-in-law, Byron Young, of Tampa, FL; and 3 nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; grandson, Ted Cross; and 3 sisters: Ruth Cowgill, Glena Young and Donna Shiverdecker; and a nephew, Jackie Shiverdecker. Betty was a graduate of Greenville High School, Greenville, OH. She retired from General Motors Inland Manufacturing in Vandalia, OH. During World War II, she worked in war factories. Betty enjoyed bowling and playing cards. She was a wonderful seamstress, making many of her own clothes. She also enjoyed knitting and crocheting. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, October 16, 2007, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys, OH. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys, OH.

CROSS, Thomas G. Cross (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Thomas G. Cross, 65, formerly of 618 W. Spring Street in St. Marys, OH died Saturday December 15, 2012 at Ohio Veterans’ Home in Georgetown, OH, after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis. He was born September 3, 1947 in Lima, OH to Harry and Doris (Goodwin) Cross. He is survived by 1 son, Travis (Caroline) Cross of Marietta, GA; 2 daughters, Tessa (Todd) Trail of Dallas, GA; Stephanie Cross of Cincinnati, OH; 6 grandchildren: Alex, Chance, Tyler, Tanner, Tayla and Tristen; 1 sister Lesta (Carl) Thoene of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Doris Cross. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served aboard the USS Meredith during the Viet Nam War. He was employed as an electrician for Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in St. Marys. He owned and operated the former Horseshoe Creek Motorcycle Race Track in Montezuma, OH and Buckos Carry Out and Arcade, both in downtown St. Marys. He was a member of Eagles Lodge Aerie # 767 in St. Marys. His favorite pastime was playing cards and golfing with his friends. Services are scheduled Saturday December 22, 2012 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Private family burial will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery in Lima, OH. Memorial contributions can be directed to Calvary Christian Fellowship in St. Marys. The family of Thomas Cross wishes to express their heartfelt “Thanks” to the staff of Ohio Veterans’ Home and Crossroads Hospice Program for the exceptional care and treatment of “Daddy.”

CROUCH, Almaretta E. Crouch (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 January 2009) Almaretta E. Crouch, age 100, 245 Fairlawn Drive, Celina, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys, of natural causes. She was born June 25, 1908, in Washington Township, a daughter of Frank Cole and Elnora Herron and they preceded her in death. On Dec. 29, 1926, she married Arlie Crouch and he preceded her in death Aug. 8, 1979. She is survived by a son, Melvin L. (Madonna) Crouch of Celina; three daughters, Ruth Crouch, Betty Crouch and Evelyn M. Crouch, all of Celina; a daughter-in-law; eight grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; eight step- great-grandchildren; 10 step-great-great-grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be Tuesday, at Grace Missionary Church. Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina. Cisco Funeral Home, Celina is handling the arrangements.

CROUCH, Clarence Lyle Crouch (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421421) Clarence Lyle Crouch, age 85, of North Star, Ohio, died on Saturday, December 31, 2011 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, Ohio. He was born April 10, 1926 in Coldwater Ohio to the late Clarence and Gladys (Hole) Crouch. Lyle is survived by six children, and a sister Marilyn Smith of Celina, Ohio. He is preceded in death by one daughter, three brothers Raymond, Richard & Max and one sister Mary Margaret Crouch. He was a veteran of the US Army serving during WWII and Korean Wars. A private family service will be held. Burial will be in Swamp College Cemetery, Celina Ohio. Memorials may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice 1350 N. Broadway Street Greenville, OH 45331.

CROUCH, Daniel P. Crouch (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Daniel P. Crouch, age 60, of Mendon, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne. He was born November 29, 1952 in Celina to Paul & Mildred (Thees) Crouch. His father is deceased and his mother survives in Celina. On May 3, 1980, he married Teresa Severns, who survives along with their 2 children: Deanna (Zach) Arnett and Josh (Amanda) Crouch, both of Mendon and 5 grandchildren: Austin, Gage, Drayden, Miley and Devin, 2 brothers and 1 sister: Larry (Becky) Crouch, Dave Crouch and Linda (Bob) White, all of Celina. Also surviving are his mother-in-law: Doris Severns and brothers & sisters-in- law: Jeff (Brenda) Severns, Randy (Pam) Severns and Chris (Randy) Flores, all of Mendon, and many nieces and nephews. His father-in-law: Joe Severns, preceded him in death. Dan graduated in 1971 from Celina High School and was also a graduate of ITT Tech in Dayton. He had worked as a Tool & Die Operator at Thees Machine & Tool in Celina for 30 years. He was a member of the Mendon United Methodist Church, M.U.R.A. (Mendon-Union Recreation Association), the Mendon Lions Club and the Lions Festival Committee. An advocate for the Village of Mendon, Dan enjoyed helping people and organizations, and riding around town in his golf cart. Dan was a sports enthusiast, and his favorite teams were the Cincinnati Reds and the Bengals. He had been an announcer for Parkway sports teams, and had also coached youth softball and baseball in Mendon. A musician, Dan enjoyed "oldies" and country music. He had been a member of the local band Artesia that played throughout the area in the late 70's through 1991. Funeral Services are Thursday, September 19, at Mendon United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery. Contributions in Dan's Memory may be made to The Mendon Lions Club.

CROUCH, Eugene Crouch (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 15 December 2015) Eugene Crouch, age 76, of 3206 Mud Pike Road in Celina, died Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, at his residence with his family. He was born on Jan. 26, 1939, in Celina to the late Gerald and Bernadine (Howell) Crouch. On Dec. 29, 1990, he married Shirley A. Rose, who lives in Celina. Also surviving are his two stepsons Eric Franck of Coldwater, Shawn Franck of Celina, a stepdaughter and stepson-in-law Tina and Jamie Heiser of Fort Recovery, 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and 1 brother and sister-in-law. Funeral services will be Friday at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Mercer Memory Gardens Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

CROUCH, Raymond C. Crouch (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420775) Raymond C. 'Bud' Crouch, age 83 of Coldwater Ohio, died Tuesday, August 02, 2011 at his home. He was born September 28, 1927 in Celina Ohio to Clarence & Gladys (Ellis) Crouch. On June 03, 1949 he married Luella (Roth) Crouch and she died September 28, 2001. Bud is survived by three children Carla & James Ransom, Raeford, NC, Jackie Weigel-Kaiser & Art Kaiser, Celina, Ohio and Tim & Cheri Crouch, Coldwater, Ohio, a daughter-in-law Lucy & Doug Strickler, Middlepoint, Ohio, four granddaughters, Jamie, Angela, Carrie & Casey, eleven great-grandchildren, Abigayle, Eric, Macy, Ethan, Nate, Tony, Austin, Joe, Brady, Ray & Danyel, a brother Lyle Crouch, North Star, Ohio and a sister Marilyn Smith, Celina, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a daughter Sandy, a son Tom, a granddaughter Nikki, a son-in-law Tony Weigel, brothers Richard and Max and a sister Mary Margaret. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater Eagles, Celina Moose Lodge, Celina V.F.W. Post and Coldwater American Legion Post. Bud served in the US Army. He was the Police Chief in Coldwater for 15 years and retired from the Mercer County Highway Dept. Funeral Services will be Friday, August 05, 2011 at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater, Ohio. Burial will be in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater Ohio. Memorials may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice 230 W. Main St, Coldwater, Ohio.

CROUCH, Richard L. Crouch (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 December 2009) Richard L. Crouch, age 84, formerly of 5890 Karch Road in Coldwater and of Celina, died Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, at his residence. He was born Jan. 6, 1925, in Coldwater, a son to the late Clarence and Gladys (Ellis) Crouch. On Dec. 11, 1954, he married Joyce Now, who survives. He is also survived by three sons, Richard Crouch, Roger Crouch of Celina, Robert (Deb) Crouch of Troy; three daughters, Judy (Steve) Zehringer of Coldwater, Janet Crouch, Jill Crouch of Celina; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers; a sister; and his sister-in-law. He was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister. He was in the U.S. Army and served his country during World War II and the Korean War. He received a Purple Heart and served with the 1st MASH unit as a medic. Funeral services will be Tuesday, at the Lehman- Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Swamp College Cemetery in Celina with Military Honors by the American Legion Post 210 and VFW Post 5713 of Celina. VFW and American Legion membership services will be Monday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Celina Area Visiting Nurses and Hospice.

CROUCH, Roberta Kay Crouch (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/roberta-crouch) Roberta Kay Crouch, age 61, of Celina, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at her home in Celina. She was born November 16, 1957 to the late Charles Baer and Mary L. (Mescher) Baer-Maroon. She is survived by a son, Ryan Andrew Baer of Celina. Private family services will be held.

CROUCH, Tim R. Crouch (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1607534) Tim R. Crouch, age 57, of Coldwater passed away Thursday, June 11, 2015 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born July 14, 1957 in Coldwater, to the late Raymond C. & Luella (Roth) Crouch. He was married to Cheri (Schoen) on May 15, 1982, and she survives in Coldwater. He is also survived by a daughter, Casey & Matt Hamilton of Coldwater, three grandsons, Austin, Brady and Ethan two sisters, Carla & James Ransom of Raeford, NC, and Jackie Weigel-Kaiser & Art Kaiser of Celina, sister-in-law, Lucy & Doug Strickler of Middlepoint, mother-in-law, Pauline Schoen-Hess of Coldwater, in-laws, Jim & Linda Schoen of Celina, Sandy & Dale Schmitmeyer of Minster, Gary & Deb Schoen of Wapakoneta and Marcia & Paul Homan of Coldwater, step-in-laws, Jean & Charlie Siefring of Sharpsburg and Paula & David Williams of Centerville and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by a sister, Sandy Crouch, a brother Tom Crouch, a brother-in-law, Tony Weigel, father-in-law, Linie Schoen and step-father-in-law, Paul Hess. He was a member of the Coldwater Eagles and Coldwater Sons of the American Legion. Tim graduated from Coldwater High School in 1975. He formerly worked for Huffy in Celina, Smith Bros in Berne, Crown Equipment and currently worked for Safeway Packaging. Funeral Services will be Monday, June 15, 2015 at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

CROUCH, Wanda L. Crouch (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420732) Wanda L. Crouch, age 74, of Celina, Ohio passed away Thursday, January 02, 2014 at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital St. Marys, Ohio. She was born on January 12, 1939 in Celina, Ohio to John and Cleo (Smith) Now. She married Clarence L. Crouch who died in 2011. Wanda is survived by sons & daughters-in-law Randy Crouch of Big Pine Key, FL, Ronnie & Rhonda Crouch of Ft. Recovery, Rick & Lisa Crouch of North Carolina, daughters & sons-in-law Deb Stanfill of Celina, Tammy & Roberto Alvalrango of Big Pine Key, FL, Penny Crouch of Celina, 16 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, sister & brother-in-law Virginia & Rex Werst of Celina and her sister-in-law Patricia Now of Coldwater. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter Pamela Crouch, brothers Donald Now, Dale Now, sisters & brother-in-law Joyce & Richard Crouch, Norma Now and her son-in-law Jerry Stanfill. Wanda graduated from Celina High School in 1957 was formerly employed at Hartwig's Poultry Farms and Cooper Poultry Farms. She was a member of the Wapakoneta Eagles. Private family services will be held at the convenience of the Family. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home has been entrusted with the services.

CROUSE, Marian L. Crouse (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 May 2017) Marian L. Crouse, age 93, formerly of 930 Hager St. in St. Marys, died Monday, May 8, 2017, at Auglaize Acres Nursing Home in Wapakoneta. She was born on June 6, 1923, in Detroit, MI, to Oliver and Effie (Robinson) Abbott. On July 18, 1943, in St. Marys, she married Richard P. Crouse, who died on Nov. 13, 2012. She is survived by 1 daughter, Janet Schmidt of St. Marys; 1 son, Larry (Penny) Crouse of St. Marys; four grandchildren: Susan (Rich) Spencer of St. Marys, Theresa (Steven) Ogier of Sanford, FL, DeWayne Walker of St. Marys and Denise (Bill) Jones of Chicago, IL; nine great-grandchildren; and five great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents, Oliver and Effie Abbott; husband, Richard Crouse; and son, Paul Crouse. She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. She was a homemaker. Her favorite pastimes included making crafts, sewing and painting ceramics. Graveside services are scheduled to be Saturday at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys.

CROUSE, Richard P. Crouse (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Richard P. Crouse, 88, of 930 Hager Street, Saint Marys, Ohio, died Tuesday, November 13, 2012, at the Golden Living Center in Saint Marys. He was born November 26, 1923, in Dayton, OH, the son of Albert and Olivia (Balyeat) Crouse. He married Marian Abbott of July 18, 1943, and she survives at the residence. He is also survived by 2 children: Janet Schmidt and Larry (Penny) Crouse both of Saint Marys; by 4 grandchildren: Susan (Rich) Spencer of Saint Marys; Theresa (Steven) Ogier of Sanford, FL; DeWayne Walker of Saint Marys; Denise (Bill) Jones of Chicago; by 11 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and by 1 sister, Jaywilva Craft of Saint Marys. He was preceded in death by his parents; 1 son, Paul Crouse; 2 sisters: Freda Becker and Marcella Schroer; by 2 sons-in-law: Ed Walker and Wally Schmidt. Richard was a 1941 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys. He later served as a volunteer at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. He was a fan of the Cleveland Browns; he enjoyed bird watching and taking rides by Grand Lake Saint Marys to look for cranes. Graveside burial rites will be Saturday, November 17, 2012, at Elm Grove Cemetery in Saint Marys. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to Grand Lake Hospice. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys.

CROW, Herman C. Crow Jr. (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 8 March 2019) Herman C. Crow Jr., age 82, of Wapakoneta passed away Friday, March 8, 2019 at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s, Lima. Herman was born on January 2, 1937 in North Baltimore, Ohio to Herman C. Sr. and Gladys (Nungester) Crow, who precede him in death. On January 31, 1958 he was married 61 years to Kay A. Brown who survives in Wapakoneta, Ohio. Survivors also include one daughter Bethany K. (Richard) Miller of Wapakoneta; a son Bradley K. (Robyn) Crow of Tipp City; three grandchildren Benjamin (Katherine) Smith of Hagerstown MD, Isabelle and Grace Crow of Tipp City; two step grandchildren Jeremia (Megan) Miller of Washington Court House, Gregory (Melissa) Miller of Marysville; one step granddaughter Patience Woodruff of Kenton; two great grandsons Mason R. and Declan C. Smith of Hagerstown MD; two sisters Gloria (William) Herr of Bluffton, Pamela (Carl) Place of Lima; a brother Paul (Dawn) Crow of Lima and two brothers-in-laws Rex Bowersock of Delphos, Carl Hall of Wapakoneta. He was preceded in death by four sisters Dolores Hanes of Lima, Alberta Greaser of Troy, Darlene Hall of Wapakoneta, Angela Bowersock of Delphos and two brothers-in-laws Robert Greaser of Troy and Elmer Hanes of Lima. Herman graduated in 1954 from Shawnee High School. He was a farmer and retired after 37 years from Airfoil Textron/Excello Corp, where he was Director of Management Information Services. He was a member of Salem United Methodist Church and served as a Trustee. He was the first Allen Co. Junior Fair King. He was a board member of Goodwill Industry, United Fund, Lima Technical College, Lima Management Club, Computer Management Assoc., Auglaize Co Civil Defense, Auglaize Co Public Defenders Commission, Union Twp. Zoning Board, Uniopolis Fire Dept., Farm Bureau, Mid States Jeepster Assn., Willys Overland Jeepster Club, and Buckeye Antique Tractor Club. He loved and enjoyed his family. He enjoyed old cars, tractors, working in his shop and traveling in their 1950 Willys Jeepster. Funeral services will be at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at St. Matthews Cemetery, Hume. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

CROW, Laura Crow (Abstracted from the Lima News, May 7, 1950) Services will be Monday in St. Mark's Lutheran church, Wapakoneta for Laura Crow. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery. The body has been removed from Siferd and Brockhart Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, to the home of Mrs. Edith Schermmel, 503 E. Pearl Street, Wapakoneta.

CRUMPLER, Philip Eugene Crumpler (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420838) Philip Eugene Crumpler, age 75, of 119 Dogwood Drive in Celina, Ohio passed away Sunday September 1, 2013, at The Gardens in Celina. He was born on Dec. 22, 1937 in Xenia, OH to the late Roger & Dorothy (Manor) Duncan. Survivors include his sisters & brothers-in-law Sheila Goldsberry of Montezuma, Carol & Tony Seitz of Montezuma, Cheryl & Ron Klien of St. Marys, Bev & Newt Owings of Sarasota, FL, sisters-in-law Shirley & Joe Rutschilling of Yorkshire, Arlene Crumpler of Celina, brother-in-law Mike & Caroline Stucky of New Bremen, several nieces & nephews, great nieces & nephews and great-great nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers Jerry Crumpler, Gary Duncan and sister Patty Stucky, brother-in-law Joe Goldsberry and a nephew Duane Crumpler. He graduated from Celina High School with the Class of 1955. Philip retired from New Idea in Coldwater and retired from the Montezuma Volunteer Fire Department. Funeral services will be Thursday Sept. 5, 2013 at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home. Philip will be buried in Burdge Cemetery in Montezuma, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to State Of The Heart Home Health & Hospice.

CRUSIE, Jeanette E. Crusie (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Jeanette E. Crusie, 76, of 01687 Greenville Road in St. Marys, OH died Sunday October 26, 2008 at her residence. She was born August 8, 1932 in St. Rose, OH to Emil and Lucinda (Ellerbrock) Goettemoeller. On September 24, 1955, she married Ted S. Crusie, who survives. She is also survived by 2 daughter Cindy (Keith) Curtis of St. Marys, OH; Michele (Rick) Saintignon of New Bremen, OH; 1 son Christopher J. (Susan) Crusie of St. Marys, OH; 6 grandchildren: Maria Hoffman, Lisa & Beth Curtis, Emily Saintignon, Jon & Mike Crusie; 2 great-granddaughters: Danielle & Alison Hoffman; 1 brother Daniel (Esther) Goettemoeller of St. Rose, OH; 2 sisters-in-law Alma Goettemoeller of St. Henry, OH; and Bertha Goettemoeller of Maryville, MO. She was preceded in death by daughter Mary Therese Crusie, daughter Stephanie Crusie, son John Crusie, grandson Andrew Crusie, parents Emil & Lucinda Goettemoeller, brothers: Paul, David & John Goettemoeller. 1950 graduate of the St. John’s High School in Maria Stein, OH and also was a graduate of the St. Elizabeth’s School of Nursing in Dayton, OH. She was a homemaker and retired as a registered nurse from the JTDM Hospital, in St. Marys. She had previously worked as a nurse at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima and as an office nurse for Dr. Wilke in Maria Stein. She was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, she also enjoyed fishing and sewing. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Wednesday October 29, 2008 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church 511 E. Spring Street in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Gethsemane Cemetery, in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to either the Holy Rosary School, the Kidney Foundation or the American Diabetes Assoc.

CULBERTSON, Dona Jean Culbertson (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Dona Jean Culbertson, age 69, 404 W. Fayette St., Celina, died Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at her residence. She was born Nov. 21, 1938, in Lima, a daughter of Don and Ruth (Kramer) Emerson and they preceded her in death. In 1956, she married Lloyd Goodwin Sr., and he survives in St. Marys. She is survived by a son, Harry Lloyd "Bub" Goodwin Jr., of Celina; 2 daughters, Kim Goodwin of Celina and Dona J. (Paul) Kaler of Camp Hill, PA; 1 brother; 2 sisters; 7 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Ruth "Sissy" Goodwin; and a grandson. Funeral services will be held Saturday, at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will be held at North Grove Cemetery, Celina. Memorial contributions may be directed to a charity of the donor's choice.

CULLERS, Paul E. Cullers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=32694369_PCullers) Paul E. Cullers, age 84, of Celina, Ohio, died Monday, September 24, 2018 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater. He was born March 26, 1934 in Lewisburg, OH to Virgil & Florence (Saul) Cullers. On June 9, 1956, Paul married Joyce (Devilbiss) Cullers and she still resides in Celina. He is survived by children, Jodi & Dick Swaney of Celina, Jeffrey Lee Cullers of Winton Manor, FL, and Tracy Ann Cullers of Leawood, KS; grandchildren, Josh & Angie, of Hebron KY. Kane & Megan of Celina and Job of Columbus; great grandchildren, Olivia, Sophia, Isabelle, Owen, Brenna and Charlee; siblings, Carol & Tom Albers of Wisconsin and Mary Jane & Jack Wehrly of Florida; in-laws, Linda Cullers of Minnesota, Joel & Ann Devilbiss of West Alexandria, Donnie Devilbiss of Brookville, and Larry & Margie Devilbiss of Dayton; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his brother, James Cullers. Paul was the owner & manager of D + W Marina and Woodhaven Mobile Home Park since 1971. He was also a member of the Celina American Legion, Celina Moose Lodge and the Lake Improvement Association. Funeral Service will be Saturday, September 29, 2018 at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or the Lake Improvement Association.

CULLY, Carrol D. Cully (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 1 August 2016) Carrol D. "Joe" Cully, age 92, of Celina, passed away Monday, August 1, 2016, at Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. He was born May 26, 1924, in Willshire, to the late James W. & Lottie (Chivington) Cully. On December 24, 1946, Joe married Pauline Bauer, and they spent 69 years together. Pauline survives, along with their 2 daughters: Susan (Michael) Etzcorn and June (Gene) Bollenbacher, of Celina, 5 grandchildren: Bryan (Melissa) Etzcorn, Jennifer (Jeremy) Lawrence, Scott (Lara) Bollenbacher, Jamie (Jodi) Bollenbacher and Trisha (Stephen) Bentz and 11 great grandchildren. Preceding Joe in death was a brother, Lincoln (Regina) Cully and an infant grandson, Neal Etzcorn. Joe attended school in Willshire and served 39 months in the U.S. Army Air Force, stationed in the States and Alaska. He had worked as an Airplane Engine Mechanic, and earned the rank of Staff Sergeant. Joe was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church and the American Legion Post #210, both in Celina. A pilot for his own enjoyment, Joe owned and flew his own plane for a time. Joe worked as a plasterer for 18 years and then was self-employed in construction for all his working life. In later years, he enjoyed woodworking and raising Westie puppies. Funeral Services will be Saturday, August 6, at Bethany United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will follow at Swamp College Cemetery near Celina, with military rites by Celina American Legion Post #210 and Celina VFW Post # 5713. W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina handled the arrangements. Memorial Contributions may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church.

CULLY, Grace Esther Luhn Cully (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1828873) Grace Esther Luhn Cully, age 67, of Coldwater, Ohio passed away Friday, July 15, 2016 at her summer home in Gallatin Gateway, Montana. Grace was born November 18, 1948 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Horace and Elizabeth (Nash) Luhn. She graduated from San Luis Rey Academy in California before attending Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. It was here that she met the love of her life, Ted Cully. Ted and Grace were married June 19, 1971 in Mission San Luis Rey de Francia, California. They had three daughters, Mandy, Jolene, and Deanna. She worked as a secretary and dispatcher for Schroyer Trucking in Celina, Ohio and loved her job as librarian for Coldwater Exempted Village Schools, where Ted taught science and she could keep a close eye on her daughters. Grace was very active in her community, as an aide at Coldwater Public Library, and was a member of the Folk Group, Resurrection Choir, and was a cantor for Holy Trinity Church in Coldwater. She also volunteered for Habitat for Humanity Caravaners. She was extremely talented and had many hobbies, including singing, woodworking, home reconstruction/remodeling, and quilting. She loved the outdoors, particularly camping, birdwatching, flower gardening, and horseback riding. In addition to traveling with Ted, she thoroughly enjoyed making memories with her children, grandchildren, and many friends. Grace was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her husband, Ted; daughters, Mandy (Nathan) Niekamp of New Bremen, Jolene (Adam) Hanna of Loveland, and Deanna Cully of Portland, OR; four grandchildren, Kathryn, Joshua, and Vivian Niekamp, and Lincoln Hanna; and her sister, Judy Sneed, of Shreveport, LA. Her sense of humor and joy in life was superb. She will be deeply missed, but we know she is now singing with a choir of angels. Mass of Christian Burial will be \Monday, July 25, 2016 at Holy Trinity Church, Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials in Grace’s name may be made to State of the Heart Care, Coldwater, Ohio.

CULLY, Regina M. Cully (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420814) Regina M. Cully, age 86, of Sunset Dr, Coldwater OH, died Saturday, January 15, 2011 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, Ohio. She was born November 11, 1924 in Philadelphia PA to Joseph Markey and Viola (Anderson) Markey. On February 16, 1946 she married Lincoln W. Cully in Philadelphia, PA and he died in 1994. Regina is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law: Ted D. (Grace) Cully of Coldwater, Ohio and Tim G (Christina) Cully of Lake City, FL; 8 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; a sister Janet Markey of Coldwater, Ohio; sisters-in-law Hedwig Markey, Elizabeth Markey and a brother-in-law Norman Blaszcyk all of Philadelphia, PA. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, a son Michael Cully, a granddaughter Johanna Cully, brothers and sisters-in-law: James Markey, Joseph (Gertrude) Markey, Frances Markey & Thomas Markey and a sister Genevieve Blaszcyk. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater and a former CCD instructor and choir member at St. Teresa Catholic Church, Rockford. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, January 20, 2011 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, OH. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Rockford Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorial may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.

CULP, Billie Sue Culp (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Billie Sue Culp, 63, of 2760 Troy-Sidney Road, Troy, Ohio, died Thursday, October 27, 2009, at the James Cancer Center in Columbus. She was born November 8, 1945, in Enterprise, AL, the daughter of William Mullins and Pearl (Comer) Farr. She married Glenn Culp on November 21, 1976; he survives in Troy. She is also survived by her mother, Pearl Farr of Detroit, MI; by 2 daughters: Lashan (Brian) Henry; Stephanie Gillespie both of Fayetteville, GA; by a step-daughter, Candie (Dan) Trick of Vandalia, OH; by 3 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and 1 brother, Jerome (Debra) Walker of Dallas, TX. She was preceded in death by her father. Billie worked hard at everything she did. She grew as much in the last ten years of her life as she did in the first ten years. Billie grew stronger in her faith, happier in her marriage, more loving as a mother, more responsible and attentive as a daughter, and more secure in who she was as an individual. Her focus was on bettering herself so that she might have more to give to those who crossed her paths and to those whom she loved. Her wonderful sense of humor and sweet smile will be missed by many. Most recently she had worked at Bob Evans Restaurant in Tipp City. She was a Sunday School teacher at the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville, where she has been a member for 33 years. Billie recently attended an Emmaus Walk in Sidney and was a faithful participant in one of the church prayer groups for seven years. Billie fought through many battles successfully. This last battle with cancer did take it’s toll on her body. However, her life continues on without that body and this knowledge gave her great comfort at the end. Billie’s greatest hope was that as she left this earth, people would know she was a woman of faith who loves Jesus Christ. Funeral rites will be Sunday, November 1, 2009, at the First United Church of Christ, New Knoxville. Burial will follow at the Pilger Ruhe Cemetery in New Knoxville. Memorial donations may be directed to the First United Church of Christ. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Vornholt- Miller Funeral Home in New Knoxville.

CULVER, Cornelia Elizabeth Culver (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 20 December 2010) Cornelia Elizabeth "Nellie" Culver, age 90, of 522 N. Walnut St., Celina, died Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. She was born on April 20, 1920, in Chickasaw, the daughter of Frank and Librata (Niekamp) Eyink, and they preceded her in death. On Jan. 29, 1942, she married Fred Culver, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 6, 1987. She is survived by her son, Fred Alan (Lynn) Culver of Wapakoneta; her daughters, Ronda Lee (James) Uhlenhake of Newark, Dolores (Matt) Schwieterman of Coldwater, Judy (Doug) Eblen of Georgia; 22 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; her brother; her sister and two sisters-in-law. She was also preceded in death by her infant son, Daniel and four brothers. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic School.

CUMMINGS, Beatrice Caroline Cummings (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 10, 2012) Beatrice Caroline Cummings, age 95, of Cridersville, formerly of Waynesfield, Wapakoneta and Winter Haven, died Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012, at Otterbein-Cridersville. She was born on May 16, 1917, in Lima, to John Thomas and Bertha Caroline Jones Cummings, and they preceded her in death. On Jan. 15, 1939, she married Gordon Wilford Cummings, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 9, 2003. She is survived by 1 daughter, Roseann Couchenour of Cleveland; 6 grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers; and two sisters. A memorial service will be Friday at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home in Cridersville. Private burial will be held at a later date in Willow Branch Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the children’s home and hospital of the donor’s choice.

CUMMINGS, Dean Cummings (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 30 January 2015) Dean Cummings, age 82, of Wapakoneta died unexpectedly Friday January 30, 2015 at his residence. He was born in rural Auglaize County to Walter L. & Bessie Mae (Neal) Cummings who preceded him in death. On February 27, 1955 he married Naomi Cook who survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors also include two daughters; Sheryl (Steven) Froehlich of Ithaca, NY; Lynne (Ken) German of Virginia Beach, VA; a son Kevin Cummings of Chapel Hill, NC; 7 grandchildren Christopher, Jonathan and Timothy Froehlich; Madelaine, Eliza, Brooke, and Iris German; and 4 great-grandchildren Hayden, Eli, Nadia and Dimitri Froehlich; and a brother Willard Cummings. He was preceded in death by a sister Marilyn Line. Dean graduated from Waynesfield High School in 1950 and Olivet Nazarene University in 1954. He served with distinction in the U.S. Army from November 1955 until November 1957 and received multiple letters of commendation. He was employed by General Motors as a cost engineer and then by Litton Industries Missile Guidance and Control Division in Los Angeles as an engineering administrator before returning to Waynesfield to manage and eventually own the Cummings Grain Company for many years. A dedicated and disciplined student of the Scriptures, he served as an ordained Christian minister with Real Life Ministries (1978 to 1989) eventually becoming a director of that organization overseeing campus outreaches on more than 25 college campuses in the U.S. and Canada. He returned to Wapakoneta in 2005 to enjoy reuniting with friends and to appreciate once again the atmosphere and friendships so common to rural America. He was an avid cyclist and a regular participant on the Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure. He was employed by Lowes in Wapakoneta since 2011 and attended St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Cridersville. Funeral services will be Saturday February 7, 2015 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Cridersville. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery, Waynesfield where military rites will be performed by the V.F.W. Post #8445. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be sent to the benevolence fund of St Matthew Lutheran Church, 5050 St Matthew Drive, Lima, 45806

CUMMINS, Dorothy E. Cummins (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 25 October 2015) Dorothy E. Cummins, age 89, of Wapakoneta died Sunday October 25, 2015 at Wapakoneta Manor. She was born in Lorain, OH on August 13, 1926 to John & Agnes (Wallace) Butler who both preceded her in death. On June 2, 1946 she married Byron M. Cummins and he passed away on April 20, 2008. Survivors include; 4 children Merritt (Lisa) Cummins of CA, Lilburn (Sharon) Cummins, Nancy (Randy Stelzer) Buettner both of Wapakoneta, Donald (Karen ) Cummins of Lima, 8 grandchildren Kristine Cummins, Todd Cummins, Andy (Kristina) Cummins, Melissa (Bill) Balbaugh, Penny (Kevin) Shook, Matthew Cummins, Jessica (Joe) Cade, Michael Cummins, 10 great-grandchildren Doug, Sharolyn, Kaden, Kassie, Hazel, Sam, Lucy, Tyler, Ian, Cooper, 5 step- grandchildren Wes & Linda, Monica, Rich, Jamie, Michael & Yang and 10 step-great- grandchildren Kelsey, Lindsey, Nick, Kelsey, Karlee, Isabelle, Alyssa, Emersyn, Amity and Bryson. Dorothy was a homemaker and worked at the Sundial Motel in Wapakoneta and the Waynesfield-Goshen Schools. She enjoyed camping with her family and friends and also crocheting and doing plastic canvas for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed league bowling, baking and making hard tack candy. She was involved with the New Hampshire Institute doing plays and acting parts and also with the New Hampshire Minstrels Program where she also sang. She was a member of the Waynesfield United Methodist Church where she helped with the Harvest Supper. She enjoyed traveling with the “Fun Bunch” from New Hampshire. She greatly enjoyed attending her grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s sporting and musical events. Funeral services will be Friday October 30, 2015 at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery near New Hampshire. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Waynesfield United Methodist Church.

CUMMINS, Kirby C. Cummins (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – September 12, 2012) Kirby C. Cummins, age 66, of Spencerville, formerly of the Lakeview area, died Monday, Sept. 10, 2012, at St. Rita’s Medical Center following a sudden illness. He was born on Aug. 20, 1946, in Bellefontaine, the son of Norman V. and Eleanore J. Fay Cummins, and they preceded him in death. On Oct. 2, 1970, he married Lynn D. Brown, and she survives. He is also survived by 5 children, Kellie (Brett) Rider of Spencerville; Norman (Lisa) Cummins of Celina, Kandace (Shawn) Brown of St. Marys, Chad (Nicole) Cummins of Wapakoneta and Kirby (Cindy) Cummins of Minster; 12 grandchildren; two sisters; his father and mother-in- law; two sisters-in-law; and a brother-in-law. He was preceded in death by a brother; a sister. Funeral services will be Friday at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in Spencerville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Spencerville Swimming Pool Association.

CUMMINS, Helen C. Cummins (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 28 December 2015) Helen C. Cummins, age 94, of Wapakoneta, died Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015, at Auglaize Acres. She was born on Oct. 4, 1921, in Auglaize County, the daughter of Louis and Ida (Dieringer) Kantner. On March 21, 1942, she married Robert C. Cummins, and he died on Feb. 26, 1990. Survivors include 2 children Robert C. Cummins of New Knoxville, and La Donna F. (Robert) Kohler of Anna; her grandchildren Carrie (Michael) Marchal; Cindy (Charles) Short; Bert Allen Cummins; Carl C. (Kim) Cummins; Vicki Blei; Becky (Jose) daCruz; Kathy (William) Kohler and Margie (Hesham) Abualkhail; 19 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great- grandchildren and 1 sister Anna Mae McKinley of Lima. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter- in-law Susan Cummins and her siblings Verdean Etgen, Roy Kantner, Leona Watercutter, Ned Kantner, Delores Rable, Forest "Bud" Kantner and Faye Eley. Helen retired from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in St. Marys in 1988. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta. Her other memberships included the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie 691, Wapakoneta, and the Wapakoneta Senior Citizens. She enjoyed playing cards and reading, but most especially, she enjoyed her family and spending time with them. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Resthaven Memory Gardens Cemetery, near Moulton. Bayliff & Eley Funeral and Cremation Services, 1102 Lincoln Ave. (State Route 501) Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.

CUMMINS, Joyce Ann Cummins (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 June 2008) Joyce Ann Cummins, age 64, of Franklin, died Saturday, June 7, 2008, at her residence. She was born April 28, 1944, in Lima, a daughter of Paul and Velma Stork and they preceded her in death. She is survived by a husband of 42 years, Walter J. Cummins. She is also survived by two children, Robert Cummins of Middletown and David Cummins of Franklin; a brother, Paul Stork Jr., of Warsaw, IN; two sisters, Lynn McCabe of New Knoxville, and Vicki Dawson of Kansas City, KS; two granddaughters, Stephanie Cummins and April Cummins of Middletown. She graduated from New Knoxville High School class of 1962. She received a bachelor's of science degree in education from Bowling Green State University. Funeral arrangements were conducted at the convenience of the family.

CUMMINS, Marilyn M. Cummins (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 8 March 2015) Marilyn M. Cummins, age 78, of Wapakoneta died Sunday March 8, 2015 at Lima Memorial Health System, Lima following a long term illness with cancer. She was born on February 28, 1937 in Lima, OH to Eugene & Edna (Westbay) Gould who preceded her in death. On October 6, 1955 she married Donald E. Cummins and he survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors also include 6 children; William Cummins of Uniopolis, Gary Cummins of Wapakoneta, Michael Cummins of Tiffin, Tony (Leigh) Cummins of Madeira, OH, Cheryl (Allan) Miller of Huber Heights, Linda (Robert) Hock of Findlay, 11 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother Ronald Gould and a sister Donna Rogers. Marilyn was a stay at home wife and mother. She enjoyed sewing, bingo, canning, crafts and internet games. But most of all, she loved the companionship of the Schnauzers. Funeral services will be Thursday March 12, 2015 at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice.

CUMMINS, Robert G. Cummins (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=40696812_RCummins) Robert G. Cummins, age 75, of Coldwater, Ohio, died Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. He was born April 22, 1941 in Miamisburg, to the late Albert & Juanita (Frymar) Cummins. He married Linda (Vogel) on August 27, 1994 and she survives in Coldwater. He is survived by a daughter, Shannon Cummins of Sidney; step children, Angela & Tom Eisenman of Lima and Sean & Julie Davis of Versailles; a brother James & Debbie Cummins and seven grandchildren. He was a veteran of the US Navy; worked as a fireman and EMT in Miamisburg for many years and also worked in auto parts stores throughout his life. Robert was an antique car enthusiast. Private family services will be held at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

CUNNINGHAM, Bertha Ann Cunningham (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 September 2008) Bertha Ann Cunningham, age 66, of Crestview, FL, formerly of Wapakoneta, died Sunday, Aug. 24, 2008, at her residence in Florida. She was born April 17, 1942, in Sidney, a daughter of Edwin E. and Dorothy M. (Smith) Koch, and they preceded her in death. In 1981, she married William Boyd Cunningham, and he died July 11, 2001. She is survived by two sons, Keith (Dixie) Drewes of Crestview, FL, Shawn (Wendy) Schumaker, of Riverview, FL; four step-children; five grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; two brothers; and a sister. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wapakoneta. Burial of the cremated remains will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery in Wapakoneta. Arrangements are being conducted by the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home in Wapakoneta.

CUNNINGHAM, Joan Carole Cunningham (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 5 April 2010) Joan Carole Cunningham, age 77, of St. Marys, died Friday April 2, 2010, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. She was born on Oct. 13, 1932, in North Salem, a daughter of the late William and Alice (Jones) Robertson. On July 1, 1951, she married Robert Cunningham of the home. She is survived by her children, Kevin (Kate) Cunningham of Norwich, Kirk Cunningham of St. Marys and Kendra Deubler of St. Marys; her grandchildren, Kyle and Keith Cunningham, Jared, Jaiden and Jace Deubler; a brother, William (Wanda) Robertson; and a sister-in-law, Carol Robertson. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Kelly Jo; a brother, Thomas Robertson; a son-in-law, Robert Deubler; and a stepfather, Jack Taylor. She was a graduate of Cambridge High School where she was a head majorette. She retired from the Guernsey County Department of Jobs and Family Services, where she was the director. She has lived in St. Marys and Cambridge, Ohio and The Villages, Florida. She enjoyed singing, bowling and golfing. The services will be Tuesday at Bundy-Law Funeral Home with burial following in Old Washington Cemetery. Cisco Funeral Home assisted with local arrangements.

CUNNINGHAM, Marjorie L. Cunningham (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 May 2015) Marjorie L. Cunningham, age 76, of Celina, died Thursday, April 30, 2015. She was born on June 27, 1938, in Center Township, Celina, to the parents of Stanley and Marjorie "Ada" Davis Nottingham. She married Frank Muhlenkamp on March 3, 1988, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 12, 1998. She is survived by a daughter, Julie Ann Brookhart of Mendon; 2 grandsons, 2 stepsons including Mike (Cindy) Muhlenkamp of Celina, Tony Muhlenkamp of Rockford; 3 stepdaughters, including Chris Muhlenkamp of Coldwater, Beth (Don) Wendel of Monroe, IN, and Pam (Andy) Siegrist of Fort Recovery, 1 great grandson and 13 step grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son Richard Lee Cunningham and a stepson, Jeff Muhlenkamp. Private graveside services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to State of the Heart Hospice, Mercer County. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cisco Funeral Home.

CUNNINGHAM, Rebecca J. Cunningham (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 28 December 2018) Rebecca J. Cunningham, age 79, of rural Celina (Neptune), OH died Friday December 28, 2018 at Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born December 12, 1939 in Mercer Co., OH to Rudolph and Lela (Howell) Haas. On December 31, 1960 in Celina, OH she married James E. Cunningham, who died July 19, 2005. Survivors include a daughter Jan (Emery Slone) Bruggeman of St. Marys, OH; a son James (Carla) Cunningham of Celina, OH; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters Judy (Marvin) McIntosh of Celina, OH; Helen (Mike) Homan of St. Marys, OH; and 1 brother William (Sharon) Haas of Celina, OH. Preceded in death by her parents Rudolph and Lela Haas; husband James Cunningham; sister Phyllis Heiby; sister Connie Hawk. She was a graduate of Celina Senior High School (Class of 1957). She retired from Reynolds and Reynolds Corp. in Celina after many years of service. Rebecca was known for her cooking and baking skills, and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

CURRY, James Allen Curry (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420928) James Allan Curry, age 30, of 927 W. Bank Rd. Celina, Ohio, passed away Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Mercer County Community Hospital Coldwater, Ohio. He was born on April 02, 1982 in Fayetteville, NC to Dave Curry and Brenda (Muter) May. Survivors include his father Dave Curry of Chapmanville, WV, mother Brenda (Muter) & Jody May of Celina, fiancé Amie King of Celina, son Timothy Curry of Celina, brothers Keith Curry of Charleston WV, Michael & Tiffany Curry of Fort Hood, TX and his mother & father-in-law Terry & James Coffey of St. Marys. James was employed at The Locker Room in St. Marys. He was a member of the New Start Church of God and loved to fish. Funeral services will be Sunday June 24, 2012 at the New Start Church of God 7729 US State Route 127 in Celina. Burial will follow in Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina has been entrusted with the services. Memorial contributions may be made to the James A. Curry Family.

CURRY, Virginia L. Curry (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 22 July 2009) Virginia L. (Jinny) Curry, age 85, 7398 St. Rt. 703, Celina, died Monday, July 20, 2009, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born March 31, 1924, in Celina, a daughter to the late Russell and Etta (Smith) Peak. On May 22, 1947, she married Wilbur Curry, who preceded her in death Dec. 2, 2008. She is survived by her two sons and daughters-in-law, Rick (Marge) Curry of Milford, Patrick (Debra) Curry of Decatur, IN; son-in-law, Greg Kroft of Marietta; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a sister. She was preceded in death by a daughter; a brother; a sister; a stepbrother and a stepsister. Funeral services will be Friday, at the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mercer County Council on Aging.

CURRY, Wilbur W. Curry (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 December 2008) Wilbur W. "Bud" Curry, age 91, 7398 Ohio 703 in Celina, died Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born July 16, 1917, in Celina, a son of William and Emma (Paulin) Curry and they preceded him in death. On May 22, 1947, he married his wife of 61 years, Virginia Peak and she survives in Celina. He is also survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Rick (Marge) Curry of Milford, Patrick (Debra) Curry of Decatur, IN; a son-in-law; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a sister; a sister-in-law; and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Beth Ann Kroft; a brother; and four sisters. He served in the U. S. Army Air Force during World War II as a Crew Chief on a B-17 in the 388th Bomber Group. Funeral services will be Friday, at the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina, with military honors by the Celina VFW and Celina American Legion Post. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. The VFW will hold services Thursday. Memorial contributions may be directed to Mercer County Council on Aging, 217 Riley St., Celina, Ohio 45822, or State of the Heart Home Health and Hospice.

CURTS, Amanda Curts (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 8, 2011) Amanda Curts, age 33, of Celina, died Monday, Nov. 7, 2011, at her residence. She was born on May 15, 1978, in Coldwater, to Larry Snook and Lois (Rammel) Stolzenburg, and her father survives her in Coldwater. Her mother survives her in Celina. On June 11, 2005, she married John Curts, and he survives her in Celina. She is also survived by 1 brother, David Snook of Celina; 2 sisters, Kelly (Charles) Tobin of St. Marys and Valerie (John) Miller of Lima; 3 nephews; and 2 nieces. She was a 1997 graduate of Coldwater High School. She was employed at Briarwood Manor in Coldwater and attended Celina First Church of God. Funeral services will be Thursday at Celina First Church of God. Burial will be held in Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina. Cisco Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mercer County Cancer Society.

CURTS, Robert F. Curts (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Robert F. Curts, 71, of 06874 Cloverleaf Road, New Knoxville, OH, died Wednesday, December 30, 2009, at the Valley Nursing Home in Saint Marys following an extended illness. He was born August 20, 1938, in Saint Marys, the son of Alfred and Pearl (Burden) Curts. He married Sandra Elshoff on September 26, 1959; she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his 2 daughters: Debra (Clay) Rodeheffer of New Knoxville; Annette (Barton) Shuster of Kettlersville; 6 grandchildren: Luke Rodeheffer; Betsy Rodeheffer; Heidi Shuster; Ryan Shuster; Tyler (Hillary) Shuster; Ben Shuster; and by a brother, Edward Curts of Celina. He was preceded in death by his parents. Bob was a 1956 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He enjoyed walking and riding bicycles, working on his motorcycle and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was a member of the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville. He retired from the Hoge Brush Company in New Knoxville. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, January 5, 2010, at the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville. Burial will follow at Pilger Ruhe Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Radio Broadcast Fund of the Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home in New Knoxville.

CVETANOVICH, Christine Leigh Cvetanovich (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Christine Leigh Cvetanovich, 51, of 816 Townview Drive in St. Marys, OH died Thursday May 31, 2012 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, OH. She was born September 11, 1960 in Chicago, IL to Frank and Eleanor (Hojnacki) Carlson. On October 24, 1998 in Marietta, GA she married Michael L. Cvetanovich, who survives. She is also survived by her father, Frank Carlson of Acworth, GA; 3 sisters, Deb Rohde and Karen Smith both of Dallas, TX; and Tracey Carlson of Acworth, GA; 1 brother, Jeff Carlson of Holiday, FL; and her mother-in-law, Janet Cvetanovich of St. Marys, OH. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eleanor Carlson. She was a homemaker. She was very artistic by nature and enjoyed making crafts, decorating and clay sculpting. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are entrusted to Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys.