LACE, Yvette H. Lace (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Yvette H. Lace, 56, of 725 Hillcrest Drive in St. Marys, OH died Sunday April 5, 2009 at her residence, following an extended illness. She was born March 23, 1952 in New York, NY to Francisco and Ilia (Morales) Ramirez. She is survived by 1 daughter, Heather Lace of Rockville, IN; 1 son, David Lace of Edwardsburg, MI; her father, Francisco Ramirez of San Diego, CA; 1 brother, Franko Ramirez of Grand Junction, CO; 1 sister, Deborah Agahan of San Diego, CA; and 5 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother and her daughter, Ilia Lace. She was a graduate of Kearny High School in San Diego, CA. She was a homemaker, care-giver and was active in the ministry of her church. She was a member of the Shekinah Temple in St.Marys. An accomplished artist, she dabbled in oils and watercolors. She also enjoyed woodworking and singing. Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday April 8, 2009 at the Shekinah Temple 519 Greenville Road in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to the church.

LACHAT, Daniel Lachat (Abstracted from Obituary | Daniel Lachat of Russia, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Daniel Lachat, age 61, of Russia, Ohio died Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020 at Kettering Medical Center. He was born Dec, 13, 1959 in Frankfort, KY to Norbert & Rose (Monnin) Lachat. They both survive in Russia, OH. He married Angela Dunkel on August 23, 1980 in Russia and she survives in Russia. He is also survived by children: Amy & Dan Weinert, St. Paris, Michael Lachat & Kristin Sparks, Piqua, Melissa & Samuel Vanderbosch, Ft. Wayne, Alex & Meghan Lachat, Columbus, 8 grandchildren and 2 on the way, brother: Chris & Barb Lachat, Greenville, Renee & Phil Stickel. Russia, Michelle & Ted Poeppelman, Anna, in-laws Jackie & Vic Stuffel, Muncie, Barbara & Harry Crego, Huber Heights, Mark & Mary Dunkel, Mentor, Janel Grillot, Russia, Suzette & Marvin Smith, Troy, Tina & Doug Ike, Houston, OH. Dan was a member of St. Remy Church, Russia and the Knights of Columbus, Russia. He was a graduate of Russia High School. Dan was a Boy Scout Leader and helped form and coach the Russia Bowling Teams, assisted in coaching youth baseball and softball and was active in bowling leagues. He retired from Francis Manufacturing after 36 years of service. A Private Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Remy. Burial will follow in St. Remy Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Russia High School Bowling in care of Keith Bohman at McBo's Lanes, 498 W. Main St., Versailles, OH 45380. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Russia.

LACHEY, Barbara Ann Lachey (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420670) Barbara Ann Lachey, age 70, of 80 N. Frankfort St. Minster, OH died Saturday, May 14, 2011 at her home in Minster. She was born November 16, 1940 in Sidney, Ohio to the late Donald J. & Cecile Marie (Wrigley) Knostman. She married Ed Lachey on February 7, 1959 in Minster, Ohio. He survives in Minster. She is also survived by children Donald Lachey, Minster, Bruce Lachey, Cincinnati, & Josephine Jodi & Stephen Myers, Mason, OH; grandchildren Stephen Myers, Kassandra Myers & Erich Myers, brothers-in-laws & sisters-in-laws Marc & Elizabeth Lachey, Albuquerque, NM, Ken & Joann Lachey, St. Henry, John & Margie Lachey, Sidney, Al & Thelma Lachey, Anna, Naomi Richards, Ft. Loramie. She was preceded in death by an infant, sister- in-law Katherine Marie Lachey, brothers-in-laws Lavern Lachey & Walden Richards. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, she had volunteered at the Ft. Loramie Historical Society. She had worked at Crescent Theater in Minster, St. Marys Theater & Video Connection, St. Marys and she lived for and loved her family, enjoyed family travels, music, movies, books, fishing and crafts. Funeral Services will be Wednesday at Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster. Burial will follow at Pearl Cemetery, Anna, OH. The family requests memorial contributions be made to The St. Augustine Mission Commission and Grand Lake Hospice Care.

LACKEY, Phyllis Hageman Lackey (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 October 2016) Phyllis Hageman Lackey, age 88, of Lima, passed away on Friday, Oct. 7, 2016, at Elmcroft of Lima. She was born on Feb. 10, 1928, in Shelby County, to Earl and Florence (Anderson) Hageman, who both preceded her in death. Surviving are her three sons David (Saundra) Brautigam of Anna, Paul (Cyndi) Brautigam of St. Marys and Keith (Cheryl) Brautigam of Bellefontaine; her two daughters Barbara (Ken) Chorba of Findlay and Karen (Steve) Ott of Botkins; 1 stepdaughter Sue Howell; 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her former husband’s Wayne Brautigam and Francis Lackey; her stepdaughter Sharon Lackey; her brother Donald Hageman and her two sisters Louise Woods and Elsie Pfleeger. Phyllis enjoyed gardening, playing cards and socializing with her friends. Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Shawnee Chapel handled the arrangements. A brief graveside service will be Thursday at Plattesville Cemetery, Sidney. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lima Rescue Mission.

LACOURSE, Kimberly Ann LaCourse (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421104) Kimberly Ann LaCourse, age 55, of Dayton, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born September 23, 1957 to Richard L. & Lois Ann (Reese) Dobbins, who survive in St. Marys, Ohio. She is survived by a son, Andrew James LaCourse of Sandusky, her former husband, William LaCourse of Sandusky, brothers and sisters, Michael & Jane Dobbins of Lebanon, IN, Stephen & Lisa Dobbins of Silver Springs, MD, Katherine & Larry Crouch of Arlington, TX, Antoinette Dobbins of New Albany, and nieces and nephew. She is preceded in death by a daughter, Allyson Marie LaCourse. She enjoyed being a long-term care nurse. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, July 20, 2013 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Burial with will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choosing.

LACOURSE, Mary L. LaCourse (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 23 October 2013) Mary L. LaCourse, age 86, of Wapakoneta went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013, at Wapakoneta Manor. She was born Sept. 17, 1927, in Wapakoneta to Albert J. and Lucy (Koch) Werling, who preceded her in death. Survivors include a brother, Harry (Ruth) Werling of Wapakoneta; two nieces, Linda A. Cernan of Wapakoneta, and Jane Herwig; a nephew, Mark A. (Rita) Kinstle of Michigan; and great nieces and nephews, Dustin M. (Tiffany) Cernan, Autum (John) Burden, Doug (Sheri) Werling, Sandy (Michael) Briley, and other nieces. She was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Lucille Chiles, Leroy Werling, Helen Kogge, Eileen LaCourse, and Maxine Kinstle. She graduated from St. Rita's Nursing School in 1958. She had worked for Dr. Robert Sobocinski for many years, and also Dr. Ioannidis, Dr. Christopher and then as a Nursing Supervisor at Wapakoneta Manor. She had also volunteered many years at Grand Lake State Park as a VIP and at St. Joseph Catholic Church where she was a member. She had also volunteered at St. Rita's Medical Center and was a member of the St. Joseph's Sewing Ladies. She was an avid Ohio State and Notre Dame fan. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled Wednesday, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Happy Tails Dog Rescue c/o Auglaize County Humane Society P.O. Box 305 Wapakoneta, OH 45895.

LACY, Carol Louisa Lacy (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 23 September 2019) Carol Louisa Lacy, age 86, of Celina, passed away Monday, September 23, 2019, at the Sarah Jane Living Center in Delphos. She was born September 29, 1932, in Van Wert, County, to the late Dewey C. & Frances N. (Bevington) Butler. Carol married Alfred Lacy on June 13, 1973, and he preceded her in death on December 16, 1998. She is survived by her children: Phyliss Dabe, Dean (Carol) Longsworth and Roy Longsworth, all of Celina, four grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. Carol was preceded in death by a son, Ervin L. Okeley, on November 3, 2016, brothers & sisters: Harold Butler, Johnie Henry Butler, Ida Beach and Alvina Brandt, son-in-law, Keith Dabe, and an infant daughter, Naomi Longsworth. A homemaker, Carol had worked as a Nursing Assistant at Colonial Nursing Center in Rockford, and also for other area nursing homes. She was a member of the Celina Baptist Temple and Celina Moose Lodge #1473. As a pastime, Carol enjoyed crocheting afghans. Funeral Services will be at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ohio City.

LAFALCE, Pamela Clare Winner LaFalce (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 25 August 2008) Pamela Clare (Winner) LaFalce, age 54, of Lexington, KY, died Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, at home following a long illness. She was born Aug. 12, 1954, in Coldwater, a daughter of Clarence and Clare Borchers Winner and they preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, Peter Ronald LaFalce Jr.; a daughter, Margaret Frances LaFalce; and a son, Samuel Peter LaFalce. She is also survived by her siblings, Ronald (Charyl) Winner, Roger (Sarah) Winner, Jane (Jim) Hatfield, Richard (Susan) Winner, Judith Winner, Patricia (Mike) Gavit and Gregory (Teresa) Winner and a sister-in-law Mary Ann Winner. She grew up in Minster and graduated second in her class from Minster High School in 1972. Her early passion for environmental leadership surfaced in the fourth grade when she started a Minster Chapter of the Lady Bird Johnson Committee to Beautify America. Throughout her life Pam maintained close ties to her home town, returning often for family and community events. She was the only person to complete every Minster Oktoberfest Classic 10K run since it was begun in 1979. Pam continued her education in Cincinnati. She obtained a Bachelor of Science magna cum laude in chemistry from The College of Mount Saint Joseph on the Ohio in 1976, a Master of Science in Environmental Health from the University of Cincinnati in 1979 and a Master of Business Administration from Xavier University in 1989. In 1979 Pam moved to Lexington, KY, to join IBM. She worked for IBM/ Lexmark for more than 25 years as a valued member of the company's management team. She will be remembered as a dedicated and inspirational leader for Lexmark's environmental, health and safety organization and a talented and effective director in product development and facilities. She was instrumental in many of Lexmark's corporate outreach efforts, including Reforest the Bluegrass and United Way. Pam was an active youth member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Minster. Her most cherished activity was singing in the choir. Upon arrival in Lexington, Pam joined St. Paul Catholic Church because she enjoyed the diversity of the parish community and the church building reminded her of home. While a member of St. Paul Parish she was involved, often in a leadership role, with many ministries and committees. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, at St. Paul Catholic Church in Lexington. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster is handling local arrangements. Burial will be at St. Augustine Cemetery in Minster. Memorials suggested for the Pamela Winner LaFalce Perpetual Trust established for the purpose of a Reflection Garden at St. Paul Parish.

LAFFIN, Elsie Elizabeth Laffin (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 14 April 2017) Elsie Elizabeth Laffin, age 83, passed away Friday, April 14, 2017, at her residence in Lima. Born December 13, 1933 in Mendon, she was the daughter of the late Richard & Alma (Rhoades) Skiles. Elsie and The Rev. Kenneth E. Laffin were married on August 3, 1951, and he preceded her in death on April 18, 2011. She is survived by 2 sons: Keith (Lori) Laffin of Bedford, and Brian (Alicia) Laffin of Brunswick, a daughter, Brenda (Jeff) Harrison of Lima, a brother, Richard Jr. (Marie) Skiles of Meridian, ID; 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, 1 step-great grandchild, and 2 brothers-in-law: Jerry (Nancy L.) Laffin of Coldwater and Robert (Nancy K.) Laffin of Celina. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter. Over the years, Elsie supported her husband in his ministry. Rev. Laffin had been a Church of God minister since 1951, serving at Mount Tabor and Fairview, Celina; Sugar Ridge, Convoy; Olive Branch, Rockford; Union Chapel, Bryan; Ney Church of God; and the Church of God in Breckenridge, PA. Elsie was a 1951 graduate of Mendon-Union High School, and a member of the College First Church of God in Findlay. Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 19, at Mount Tabor Church of God, 9744 US Route 127 N, Celina. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery. W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CHP Home Care & Hospice 3719 Shawnee Road, Lima, OH 45806 or Otyokwah Camp & Retreat Center, 3380 Tugend Road, Butler, OH 44822.

LAFFIN, Rex Laffin (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Rex Laffin, 60, of Naples, FL, formerly of St. Marys, died July 14, 2012, in Naples, FL. He was born Nov. 1, 1951, in Celina to Orville and Maxine Goodwin Laffin, who preceded him in death. He is survived by 1 daughter, Kelly (Dave) Kiefer of St. Marys, OH; 1 son, Erik Laffin of St. Marys, OH; 4 grandchildren; 1 brother, Bill (Beverly) Laffin, of Wapakoneta, OH; 4 sisters, Connie (Harold) Nance of Cincinnati, OH; Karen (Billy) Smith of Naples, FL; Rebecca Matthews of Naples, FL; Kim Laffin of Lima, OH; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Laffin was a 1970 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School, St. Marys, OH and Good Samaritan Hospital School of Radiology, Cincinnati. He had worked in radiology at St. Rita’s Medical Center and at an orthopedic surgery center in Naples, FL. He was the lead mechanic at Royal Gardens Poinciana Golf Course, Naples, FL. He was an avid outdoorsman, who returned to his hometown area to hunt deer throughout the various hunting seasons.

LAGEMAN, Eunice Elizabeth Lageman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Eunice Elizabeth Lageman, 83, formerly of 409 South 25th Street, South Bend, IN, died Wednesday, January 7, 2009, at Elkhart Hospice House, Elkhart, IN. She was born February 24, 1925, in Cleveland, OH, the daughter of Edward and Laura (Hoge) Lageman. She is survived by her two brothers: Henry Lageman of New Knoxville and James (Shirley) Lageman of New Knoxville. She was preceded in death by her parents and by two sisters: Dorothy Lageman and Grace Hatter. Eunice had worked at the former Studebaker Auto Company. She was a 1943 graduate of New Knoxville High School in New Knoxville, OH. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in South Bend, IN. She enjoyed sewing and reading. Funeral rites will be Saturday, January 10, 2009, at the First Presbyterian Church, 333 West Colfax Avenue, South Bend, IN. Graveside burial rites will be Sunday, January 11, 2009, at the Evangelical Protestant Cemetery in New Knoxville, Ohio. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, 200 West Spring Street, New Knoxville.

LAGEMAN, Henry H. Lageman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 12 August 2017) Henry H. Lageman, age 90, formerly of 518 West Bremen Street, New Knoxville, died Saturday, August 12, 2017, at the Gardens of Celina. He was born July 21, 1926, in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Edward and Laura (Hoge) Lageman. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, including: Barbara (Wayne) Bateman of O’Fallon, MO; Annette (Donald) Siegler of West Chester, OH; Jeanette (Fred) Coulson of Loveland, OH; Mark (Sarah) Lageman of New Knoxville; Tracy Spellman of Springfield, OH; Tana (Bill) Spellman of Urbana, OH; Jerry (Sandy) Hatter of Urbana; and many great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his siblings Jim Lageman, Dorothy Lageman, Eunice Lageman and Grace Hatter. Henry was a 1944 graduate of New Knoxville High School, and a veteran of the United States Army, having served during WWII. He retired from the Hoge Brush Company, where he had served as General Manager for many years. He was a member of American Legion Post 444 in New Knoxville, and the First Church of New Knoxville. Henry was a horseracing enthusiast and had owned numerous horses over the years. He was an avid New Knoxville Rangers fan. Funeral rites will be Saturday, August 19, 2017, at the First Church of New Knoxville. Burial will follow at Evangelical Protestant Cemetery, New Knoxville. Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, 200 West Spring Street, New Knoxville, is entrusted with Mr. Lageman’s funeral arrangements.

LAGEMAN, James T. Lageman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 17 October 2015) James T. Lageman, age 86, of 10357 Kettlersville Road, New Knoxville, OH, died Saturday, October 17, 2015, at the Gardens of Celina. He was born July 24, 1929, in Cleveland, O, the son of Edward and Laura (Hoge) Lageman. He married Shirley Elsass on February 14, 1959, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Moulton, Ohio; she preceded him in death on February 2, 2013. He is survived by his children: Barbara (Wayne) Bateman of O’Fallon, MO; Annette (Donald) Siegler of West Chester, OH; Jeanette (Fred) Coulson of Loveland, OH; Mark (Sarah) Lageman of New Knoxville; 10 grandchildren: Nick Siegler; Belinda Bateman; Denver Coulson; Zachary Lageman; Shelby Bateman; Austin Coulson; Ryan Lageman; Abigail Lageman; Jonah Lageman; Caleb Lageman; and 1 brother, Henry Lageman of New Knoxville. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and by his siblings Dorothy Lageman, Eunice Lageman and Grace Hatter. Jim was a 1947 graduate of New Knoxville High School, and a veteran of the United States Army, where he served in Signal Corp 7503.He was the owner and manager of Lageman Garage in New Knoxville for 40 years; he had also worked at Airport Manufacturing and Speckman Automotive. He attended Faith Alliance Church in New Bremen, where he was very active as a Sunday school teacher, Deacon, Elder and Trustee of the church. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, repair work and restoring antique vehicles. Funeral rites will be Friday, October 23, 2015, at Faith Alliance Church in New Bremen. Burial will follow at German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen. Memorial gifts may be given to the Gideons International.

LAGEMAN, Shirley A. Lageman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Shirley A. Lageman, 77, of 10357 Kettlersville Road, New Knoxville, died Saturday, February 2, 2013, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys following an extended illness. She was born August 3, 1935, in Auglaize County, OH, the daughter of John and Carrie (Christler) Elsass. She married James Lageman on February 14, 1959 and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her 4 children: Barbara (Wayne) Bateman of O’Fallon, MO; Annette (Donald) Siegler of West Chester, OH; Jeanette (Fred) Coulson of Loveland, OH; Mark (Sarah) Lageman of New Knoxville; by her 10 grandchildren: Nick Siegler; Belinda Bateman; Denver Coulson; Zachary Lageman; Shelby Bateman; Austin Coulson; Ryan Lageman; Abigail Lageman; Jonah Lageman; and Caleb Lageman. She is survived by 4 siblings: Marge Daugherty of Saint Marys; Richard Elsass of New Knoxville; Ted Elsass of Celina; and Sharon Clark of Shawnee. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; by her siblings: Howard Elsass; Berniece Whetstone; Warren Elsass; Gerald Elsass; Donald Elsass; Ned Elsass; and Bonita Hughs. She was a 1953 graduate of Buckland High School. She was a very active member of Faith Alliance Church in New Bremen, where she had taught Sunday School for many years. She was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing, traveling, music, and playing games with her grandchildren. Funeral rites will be Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at Faith Alliance Church in New Bremen. Burial will follow at German Protestant Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to either World Vision; The Compassion Mission Fund or Ohio Right To Life.

LAIDIG, Lois Jean Laidig (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 December 2016) Lois Jean Laidig, age 90, of Celina, died Saturday Dec. 24, 2016, at the Van Wert Impatient Hospice Center. She was born on March 23, 1926, in Batavia, IL, to the late Arthur and Edith (Petersen) Read. Survivors include her children: Jeffrey (Susan) Ingraham of Celina; Lynn Mae (Robert) Myers of Georgetown, KY; Bethany R. (David) Hoffman of Grand Junction, CO; by a stepdaughter; by six grandchildren; and by eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Benjamin C. Ingraham, Raymond H. Laidig; her two brothers and her sister. Memorial services will be Tuesday at Grand Lake United Methodist Church in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to Grand Lake United Methodist Church "Revive Ohio" fund.

LAIR, Ida Lee Godbey Lair (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421185) Ida Lee (Godbey) Lair age 86 of New Bremen formerly of Winchester, KY fell asleep on April 9, 2013 and is waiting the return of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Ida was the last of nine children of George and Mary (Shindlebauer) Godbey. Ida was born in Lexington, KY on July 5, 1926. She was given the nickname of "Little Molly" by her grandmother. At the age of 4 her father died and Ida went to live in the Methodist Home in Versailles, KY. She was a charter member of Centenary Methodist Church, Lexington, KY. In February 1947 she married Henry Lair and he precedes her in death. She is survived by her 3 children, Kirby Lair, Winchester, KY, Mrs. Thomas (Brenda) Mullins, New Bremen, OH, Mrs. Craig (Annette) Marsh, Houston, TX, 6 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews who adopted her as their second mother. A graveside service will be Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Winchester Cemetery, where Ida will be buried beside her mother and grandmother.

LAIRD, Elsie M. Laird (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 June 2010) Elsie M. Laird, age 88, of Anderson, IN died Friday, June 18, 2010, at Millers Merry Manor in Middletown. She was born Sept. 7, 1921, a daughter of Frank and Bertha (Markley) Branigan, in Oneida, KS, and had lived in Anderson since 1963. She was a farm wife and avid quilter and collector. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Harold J. Laird of Anderson; three sons, Jimmy (Linda Beemer) Laird of Anderson, Dick (Judy Daniels) Laird of Greenfield, Michael (Jane Webb) Laird of St. Marys; a sister, Clarice Doan of Anderson; a brother, Fred (Francis) Branigan of Anderson, IN; grandchildren, Jennifer Laird of The Villages, FL, Angela Laird (Joe) Nadaline of Anderson, Jason (Jodi) Laird of Prescott Valley, AZ, Jonathan Laird of Seattle, WA, Robyn Laird of St. Marys, Summer Laird (Ryan) Grinstead of Greenfield, IN, and Anna Laird of St. Marys; great-grandchildren, Morgan and Alexa Nadaline, Carter Grinstead, Ariel and Aaron Laird and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Bertha Branigan; brothers, Robert Branigan, Frank Branigan; sisters, Marilyn Staton and Dorothy Branigan. Elsie was a member of Bethany Christian Church. Funeral services will be Tuesday at Brown-Butz-Diedring Funeral Home. Burial will be in McCray Cemetery in Wilkinson. Memorial contributions may be made to Quilts 4 Cancer, P.O. Box 4702, Pahrump, NV 89041.

LAIRD, Harold J. Laird (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 5 June 2013) Harold J. Laird, age 92, of Anderson, IN, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2013, at Miller's Merry Manor in Chesterfield after an extended illness. He was born on Jan. 18, 1921, the son of the late William and Stella (Larmore) Laird in Warrington, IN, and had lived in Anderson since 1949. He was a lifelong farmer and was a school bus driver for South Madison Community Schools for 24 years. Harold served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the Glider Infantry. He was also an avid New York Yankees fan. He is survived by three sons, Jimmy (Linda Beemer) Laird of Anderson, Dick (Judy Daniels) Laird of Greenfield and Michael (Jane Webb) Laird of St. Marys; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Laird of The Villages, FL, Angela (Joe) Nadaline of Anderson, Jason (Jodi) Laird of Prescott Valley, AZ, Jonathan Laird of Seattle, WA, Robyn Laird of Celina, Summer (Ryan) Grinstead of Greenfield and Anna (Jonathan) Coffey of Lima; six great-grandchildren, Morgan and Alexa Nadaline, Carter and Owen Grinstead, Ariel and Aaron Laird; two sisters, Mary Buffington and Norma Jean Wilkinson; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Elsie M. Laird on June 18, 2010; and two brothers, Max Laird and John Laird. Services will be Friday at Brown-Butz-Diedring Funeral Home. Burial will be in McCray Cemetery in Wilkinson, IN, where military graveside rites will be conducted by VFW Post 266 Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

LALLEMAND, Patricia A. Lallemand (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1986998) Patricia A. Lallemand, age 74, of Indianapolis formerly of Fort Loramie died on July 17, 2017 at her home in Indianapolis. She was born on January 5, 1943 in Fort Loramie to the late Norbert B. & Leona (Quinter) Pleiman. She married Dennis J. Lallemand on June 22, 1963 in Fort Loramie and he preceded her in death on May 6, 1990. She is survived by children: Michael & Cindy Lallemand, Pace, FL, Lisa & Jeffrey Boswell, Greenwood, IN, Amy & Robert Brabender, Indianapolis, Angela & Mark Bosley, Denver, Christie Lallemand, Indianapolis, 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandson, brothers & sisters: Connie Kopp, Tipp City, Linda & Roger Siegel, Kenneth & Linda Pleiman, Stanley & Nancy Pleiman and Thomas & Jane Pleiman all of Fort Loramie. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church, Indianapolis and a former member of St. Michael Church, Fort Loramie. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, July 21, 2017 St. Michael Catholic Church, Fort Loramie, Ohio. Burial will follow in St. Michael Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers donations should be made to Alzheimer’s Association.

LAMAN, Myrtle A. Laman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 November 2009) Myrtle A. Laman, age 95, of Wapakoneta, formerly of Cridersville, died Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009, at her residence. She was born Nov. 21, 1913, in Auglaize County, a daughter of Walton and Vinnie (Fox) Watt, who preceded her in death. On May 27, 1932, she married Lloyd J. Laman, and he died Aug. 2, 1995. She is survived by two children, LaDonna (Virgil) Kohler, Robert (Marcia) Laman, both of Wapakoneta; nine grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; six great-great- grandchildren; a step-great-great-grandson; a special daughter, Nancy Bradshaw of Winter Haven, FL; and a sister-in-law. She was preceded in death by a daughter and son-in-law, JoAnn (Henry) Bradshaw; four brothers; and a sister. Funeral services will be Thursday, at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Lima. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Westview United Methodist Church, or St. Rita's Hospice.

LAMB, Craig Lamb (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 8 August 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Craig Lamb, age 61, of rural St. Marys, OH died Saturday August 8, 2020 at his residence. He was born December 19, 1958 in Bellefontaine, OH to Carlton C. and Lois E. (Austin) Lamb. On September 1, 1979 in Moulton, OH he married Bonnie J. Gariety, who survives. Also survived by 3 sons Shawn (Catina) Lamb of Waynesville, Ohl Josh (Katie Warren) Lamb of Delaware, OH; Chris (McKenzie) Lamb of Bellefontaine, OH; 3 grandchildren: Cade, Ava and Cole Lamb; 2 brothers Charles (Ruth Anne) Lamb of Bellefontaine, OH;Larry (Debbie) Lamb of West Liberty, OH; and 1 sister Vicky Williams of St. Marys, OH. Preceded in death by: parents Carlton and Lois Lamb; brother-in-law Ron Williams; brother-in-law Brian Gariety; brother-in-law Bruce Gariety; brother-in-law Brent Gariety; nephew Joe Gariety; nephew J.R. Lamb. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1977) and attended Apollo Career Center in Lima, OH. A professional truck driver, he worked for Martin Transportation Systems in Lima, OH for many years. His favorite pastimes included playing poker and deer hunting. More than anything else, he loved spending time with his family and close friends. Rites are scheduled to be 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. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice.

LAMB, Lois E. Lamb (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 November 2014) Lois E. Lamb, age 89, formerly of 411 N. Wayne St., in St. Marys, died Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, at St. Marys Living Center. She was born on April 15, 1925, in Logan County to Thomas and Opal (Morgan) Austin. On March 19, 1955, in Indiana, she married Carlton C. Lamb, who died June 4, 2002. Survivors include a daughter Vicky (Ron) Williams of St. Marys; a son Craig (Bonnie) Lamb of St. Marys; a stepson Charles (Ruth Ann) Lamb of Bellefontaine; a stepson Larry (Deb) Lamb of West Liberty; 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Opal Austin, infant sons Donnie Butler and Lannie Butler, her twin brother Lawrence Austin, her brother Roy Austin and her brother Paul Austin. She was a 1943 graduate of Quincy High School. She was a homemaker and retired from Copeland Corp. in Sidney, after 38 years of service. She enjoyed playing cards, especially the game of euchre. Rites are scheduled to be Monday at Miller Funeral Home, located at 1605 Celina Road on Ohio 703, West Chapel, in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Greenwood-Union Cemetery in DeGraff. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice.

LAMBERT, Jeannette M. Lambert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 September 2019) Jeannette M. Lambert, age 83, of Wapakoneta passed away Wednesday Sept. 18, 2019 at the Gardens of Wapakoneta. She was born on Jan. 12, 1936 in Coldwater to Leonard and Monica (Wenning) Streacker who preceded her in death. On July 19, 1958, she married David Lambert and he survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors include four children Pamela (Joseph) Schwer of Wapakoneta, Phyllis Beam of Orange, CA, Douglas (Dawn) Lambert of Wapakoneta and Daniel (Cathy) Lambert of Buckland; eight grandchildren Jason Schwer, Brett Schwer, Lindsay (Justin) Amaral, Jenifer Beebe, Jonathon Beam, Philip Schneider, Brianna Lambert and Alexa Lambert; five great-grandchildren Lillian, Aidden, Landon, Zoey and Asher; eight siblings Joan Dues, Evie (Bob) Heckman, Patty Wynk, Barbara (Jim) Fisher, Paul (Cathy) Streacker, Pauline (Roger) Everman, Kathy (Ken) Eyink and Connie (Bill) Rossi and a sister-in-law, Betty Alder. She was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law Lowell Dues and Vernie Wynk. Jeannette was a 1954 graduate of Coldwater High School and then attended Miami Jacobs Business College, Dayton. She retired from Sohigro / Terra as a secretary. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the American Legion. She enjoyed playing cards, sewing, crocheting, reading, doing puzzles, fishing and dining out. She will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother and friend who was kind and caring. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Buckland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to St. Rita's Hospice or to the Gardens of Wapakoneta. The family has entrusted Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta to handle the arrangements.

LAMBERT, Nancy A. Lambert (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 2 November 2018) Nancy A. Lambert, age 82, of Wapakoneta, passed away Friday, November 2, 2018 at Auglaize Acres. Nancy was born on February 17, 1936, in Fryburg, the daughter of Kenneth E. and Alma M. (Reineke) Westbay who preceded her in death. On May 5, 1956, she married Bill E. Lambert who passed on May 29, 1997. Survivors include four children, Debra Walker of Georgia, Bill (Chris) Lambert of Wapakoneta, Chris (Christopher) Dubois of Wapakoneta, Kathleen (Roger) Schantz of Plain City; eight grandchildren, Shea, Shera, Sheena, Brittany, Michelle, Jacob, Nicole, and Nick; ten great-grandchildren; four brothers and sisters, Sally Timmerman, Karen Wertz, Kenneth (Theresa) Westbay, and Rick (Louise) Westbay; and three brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, David (Jeanette) Lambert, and Betty Alder. Nancy was preceded in death by one sister, Ginny Epperson, and ten brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Larry Timmerman, Jerry Wertz, Jim Alder, Roy Rains, Ed Epperson, Ruth Stiles, Bob Lambert, Christine Griner, and Evelyn and Roy Holtzapple. Nancy graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1954 as the class valedictorian. She worked in management at Fisher Cheese until it closed in 1986 and then later retired from Goodyear in St. Marys. She was a lifelong member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and volunteered at the St. Vincent De Paul Center. She enjoyed spending time at the family cabin in Michigan where she often boated and fished with family and friends. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Private family services will be held at a later date. Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church or to St. Rita’s Hospice. The family has entrusted Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta to handle with the arrangements.

LAMBERT, Teresa M. Lambert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 November 2008) Teresa M. Lambert, age 50, of Wapakoneta, died Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at her residence. She was born Jan. 14, 1958, in Long Beach, CA, a daughter of Donald and Margaret (Kinsey) Petersen. Her mother, Margaret Petersen survives in Vancouver, WA, and her father is deceased. On July 9, 1977, she married Jack Lambert and he survives in Wapakoneta. She is also survived by a daughter, Kristina Lambert; a son, Brian Lambert, both of Wapakoneta; two grandchildren; two brothers; and a sister. Graveside services will be Tuesday, at Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. There will be no public visitation. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are being conducted by the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Wapakoneta.

LAMBERT, William Lambert (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 2 February 2020) William “Bill” Lambert, age 61, of Wapakoneta passed away Sunday February 2, 2020 at Mercy Health – St. Rita’s, Lima. He was born on July 8, 1958 in Lima, to Billie E. & Nancy (Westbay) Lambert who preceded him in death. On September 17, 1983 he married Chris Koch and she survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors include two children Michelle Lambert of Lima, Jacob Lambert of Wapakoneta; 3 grandchildren Aiden, Ellie, Max; 3 sisters Deb Lambert-Walker, Chris (Christopher) DuBois, Kathy (Roger) Schantz; mother & father-in-law Bill (Rita) Koch and a brother-in-law Craig Koch. Bill was a 1976 graduate of Wapakoneta High School. After graduation he went to work at Time Warner Cable alongside his father. He retired from the City of Wapakoneta Light Department as superintendent after 32 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion Post 330, V.F.W. Post 8445, Brands Lake Fishing Club and St. Joseph Catholic Church. Bill always enjoyed cooking especially for other people and he enjoyed woodworking and watching the Ohio State Buckeyes. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta is entrusted with the arrangements. A private family burial will follow on Friday at St. Joseph Cemetery, Wapakoneta. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the V.F.W. Post 8445 or the American Legion Post 330.

LAMBERT, Winnifred I. Lambert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 15 September 2008) Winnifred I. "Winnie" Lambert, age 43, of Wapakoneta, died Friday Sept. 12, 2008, at the Good Samaritan Hospital, in Dayton. She was born March 1, 1965, in Lima, a daughter of Arthur V. and Barbara Ellen (Spicer) Fiebelkorn, Sr., and they preceded her in death. On Feb. 12, 2005, she married Kevin G. Lambert, and he survives. She is survived by a son, Deron Fiebelkorn of Wapakoneta; a brother; a sister; a stepbrother; several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her stepmother, Geraldine Floyd Fiebelkorn. Funeral services will be Wednesday, at the Only Believe Ministries in Botkins. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery in Wapakoneta. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

LAMM, Charlotte M. Lamm (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 June 2009) Charlotte M. Lamm, age 88, 1400 Queensbury Drive, Celina, died Saturday, May 30, 2009, at the Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. She was born on Feb. 26, 1921, a daughter to the late Erich W. and Martha E. (Lenz) Heyse in Klempin in Pommern, Germany. On Feb. 19, 1944, in Stargard, Germany, she married Gunter A. Lamm, who preceded her in death March 8, 1961. She is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Michael (Joyce) of Celina, Peter Lamm of Troy; five grandchildren; a sister and a niece. She was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law Lora Lamm; a brother; a brother-in-law and a nephew. A Memorial Service will be Thursday, at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Mendon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Home Health and Hospice.

LAMMERS, Bernard M. Lammers (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 17 May 2017) Bernard "Ben" Lammers, age 82, of 538 Defiance Road, St. Marys, Ohio, died Wednesday May 17, 2017 at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima, Ohio, following a brief illness. Arrangements are pending with Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys. He was born October 16, 1934, in Minster, the son of Benjamin and Bertha (Hartman) Lammers. He married Diane Linscott and she preceded him in death. He married Judy Weigel, and she survives in Saint Marys. He is survived by his children: Deb (Dave) Frilling of Saint Marys; Kurt (Terri) Lammers of New Bremen. 5 grandsons: Andrew Miley; Matt Miley; Jason Lammers; Troy Lammers; Scott Lammers; 2 great-grandchildren: Emma Lammers and Maci Lammers, and by a brother, Kurt (Marilyn) Lammers of Minster. He was preceded in death by his parents. Ben was the owner of the former Ben’s Bicycle Shop in Saint Marys; he had also owned the 7th Street Carry-Out in Coldwater a Kawasaki motorcycle shop. He enjoyed caring for his cars, gardening, building wood projects, and hanging out with his friends at McDonald’s and Pantry Pride. Funeral rites will be Thursday, May 25, 2017, at the Zion Lutheran Church, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery, New Bremen. Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given to Zion Lutheran Church.

LAMMERS, Calvin D. Lammers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 26 October 2010) Calvin D. Lammers, age 87, of 911 Meadowview Drive in Celina, died Monday, Oct. 25, 2010, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home in Celina. He was born on Aug. 31, 1923, in Geyer, a son of Fred and Christine (Geyer) Lammers, and they preceded him in death. On Sept. 21, 1945, he married Dorothy Gilmore, and she preceded him in death in 1985. He is survived by his son, Thomas (Kim) Lammers of Celina; his daughter, Cheryl (Jerry) Weaver of Fremont, IN; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his five brothers and his four sisters. He served his country in the U. S. Army Air Force during World War II with the 838th Bomb Squadron. Funeral services will be Friday at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina, with military honors by the Celina American Legion and VFW. The Celina American Legion and VFW membership services will be Thursday. Memorial contributions may be directed to State of the Heart Home Health Care and Hospice.

LAMMERS, Dennis F. Lammers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – August 31, 2012) Dennis F. Lammers, age 72, of New Knoxville, passed away suddenly Friday, Aug. 31, 2012, at his residence. He was born on Oct. 19, 1939, near New Knoxville. He was the son of Silas and Lola (Howe) Lammers. On Sept. 10, 1966, he married Marlene Knost, and she survives near New Knoxville. Also surviving are his children, Brian (Maria) Lammers of New Knoxville, Beth (Dan) Butcher of Wapakoneta and Blair (Beth) Lammers of New Knoxville; his grandchildren, Alexandra, Benjamin and Victoria Lammers, Ethan, Dean and Conner Butcher, Tyler, Carson and Megan Lammers; his sisters, Karen (Bob) Wisenborn of Celina, Sandy (David) Barlet of New Knoxville and Diane (Tom) Fledderjohann of New Knoxville. Mr. Lammers was a member of the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville, where he was an Elder and Deacon. He was a 1957 graduate of New Knoxville High School. He was a member of the Ohio and the National Brown Swiss Association. He served in communications with the U.S. Army, stationed at the Homestead AFB during the Cuban Missile Crisis. In his younger days, he traveled with the Leeshill Dairy Show Herd, providing educational programs across the country. He was engaged in farming his entire life and was passionate about breeding award winning Brown Swiss Dairy Cattle. He enjoyed spending time with his family and watching his grandchildren grow. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville. Burial will be in the Pilger Ruhe Cemetery, New Knoxville. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home of New Bremen is handling the arrangements

LAMMERS, Emmanuel Lewis Lammers (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Emmanuel Lewis Lammers, infant son of Kevin and Stacey Roby Lammers of 105 W. Bremen St., New Knoxville, died July 8, 2006, at Ohio State University Hospitals, Columbus. He was born July 8, 2006, in Columbus. Surviving with his parents are a twin brother, Elijah Leonard Lammers; grandparents, Ted and Carolyn Lammers and John and Carol Roby, all of New Knoxville; and great-grandparents, Wilma Lammers and Sephronia Gibbs, both of New Knoxville, John and Marilyn Barrick, of Centerburg, and Esther Rosenbeck, of Coldwater. Services are Sunday at the First Church of Christ, New Knoxville. Burial will follow at Pilger Ruhe Cemetery, near New Knoxville. Arrangements are by Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, New Knoxville.

LAMMERS, Judith Lammers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio –5 June 2017) Judy Lammers, age 74, of 538 Defiance St., St. Marys, died Friday, June 2, 2017, at the St. Marys Living Center. She was born on Jan. 10, 1943, in Springfield, the daughter of John and Betty (Cox) Wiegel. She married Bernard "Ben" Lammers on Oct. 9, 1971, and he preceded her in death on May 17. She is survived by children, Deb (Dave) Frilling of St. Marys and Kurt (Terri) Lammers of New Bremen and her grandsons: Andrew Miley, Matt Miley, Jason Lammers, Troy Lammers and Scott Lammers. She is survived by two great-grandchildren, Emma Lammers and Maci Lammers. She is survived by a brother, John (Terry) Wiegel Jr. of Springfield. She was preceded in death by her parents; by her husband, Ben; and by a sister, Jacquelyn Gould. Judy was a homemaker, and she had previously worked at the City of St. Marys Utility Office and at Minster Canning Company. She and her husband owned and managed rental properties in the St. Marys area, as well. She enjoyed working outside and gardening. She also loved having her family over for holidays and for get-togethers. Funeral rites will be Tuesday at Zion Lutheran Church in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery, New Bremen, Memorial gifts may be given to Zion Lutheran Church. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys, is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

LAMMERS, Kurt Michael Lammers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 March 2020) Lt. Gen. Kurt Michael Lammers, U.S. Air Force retired, age 87, of Minster passed away Saturday, March 14 at OSU Wexner Medical Center, Columbus. He was born Aug. 17, 1932 in Minster to the late Benjamin & Bertha (Hartman) Lammers. He married Marilyn Krohn from Portland, OR on Dec. 19, 1959 at Ft. George G. Meade in Maryland and she survives in Minster. He is also survived by children: Michael K. (Anne) Lammers of Minster and Lori K. (William) Hammett of Dublin and grandchildren: Dr. Jennifer Lammers (Jack Webb), Michael J. Lammers, Erin T. Hammett and Ashley B. Hammett. He was preceded in death by his parents and his only brother Ben Lammers and sisters-in-law Diane (Gould) Lammers and Judy (Wiegal) Lammers. Kurt was a graduate of Minster High School, class of 1950, and an Ohio State University graduate with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, class of 1955. He worked for Stampco in New Bremen for two years before entering the Air Force as an engineer at the National Security Agency at Ft. George G. Meade in Maryland where he met his wife, Marilyn. He graduated from the Air Force Institute of Technology in Dayton and received a master's degree in Nuclear Engineering. He was selected to attend the United States Military Industrial College of the Armed Forces in Virginia then was assigned to the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon, Washington, DC. He was a retired lieutenant colonel from the United States Air Force where he was a command pilot in the C-124 aircraft where he logged over 5,000 hours of flight time on missions all over the globe. He was also a pilot in the C- 47. He had served in Vietnam as a liaison with the Army 5th Special Forces. He received many service awards including the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters. He traveled extensively all over the world and had many interesting stories to relate about his many travels. After retirement form the Air Force, he became a lead engineer at the Lima Tank Plant where the first Abrams M-1 tank was developed. He was a past councilman for the village of Minster, a life member of the Minster American Legion Post #387 and the Minster VFW Post #6432. He served on the Veterans Service Commission in Auglaize County for several years. Served as a member of the Western Ohio Rail Authority and was a member of the Airport Authority for Auglaize County. He was also a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. Kurt enjoyed his retirement by meeting with his friends for coffee in the mornings where "they solved all the problems of the world". He loved to travel with his wife, especially to Florida and to his son's lake house in Tennessee. A quiet man with a quick smile and willing to help whenever he could. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Burial will follow with full military honors at St. Augustine Cemetery. Arrangements by Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Minster Area Life Squad.

LAMMERS, Wilma A. Lammers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 April 2017) Wilma A. Lammers, age 95, of New Knoxville, died Thursday, April 6, 2017, at the St. Marys Living Center. She was born on July 17, 1921, the daughter of William and Dora Anna (Schroer) Schmidt. She married Lewis H. Lammers on Dec. 4, 1942, and they resided on the family farm. He preceded her in death on June 16, 1989. Wilma is survived by two sons: Tom (Peggy) Lammers of Paynesville, MN, and Ted (Carolyn) Lammers of New Knoxville; a daughter, Patricia Tippie of St. Marys. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Wilma was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lewis Lammers; three brothers; four sisters; one granddaughter and one great-grandson. She graduated from New Knoxville High School, and she was confirmed at First Church of New Knoxville, where she has been a lifelong member. She was very active in the church, where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday school for many, many years. She helped with Catechism and served on women's groups and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Wilma was always a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved her family and the church with all her heart. She always had a kindness about her and a warm smile for everyone she met. She loved animals, and her favorite pastimes were spent with her embroidery, quilting and her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Funeral rites will be Tuesday at the First Church of New Knoxville. Burial will follow at Pilger Ruhe Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to either First Church Radio Broadcast Fund or to Grand Lake Hospice. Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, 200 W. Spring St., New Knoxville, is entrusted with Mrs. Lammer's arrangements.

LAMPERT, Edna M. Lampert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – August 17, 2012) Edna M. Lampert, age 86, of New Bremen, died Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, at the Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton of a sudden illness. She was born on April 20, 1926, in Cranberry Prairie, the daughter of Joseph and Philomenia (Huwer) Quinter, and they preceded her in death. On June 7, 1947, she married Thomas A. Lampert, and he preceded her in death on April 6, 2003. She is survived by her children, Bill (Nancy) Lampert of Raleigh, NC, Charlie (Sharon) Lampert of New Bremen, Peg (Nick) Will of Worthington, Teresa (Larry) Wissman, Pat (Jamie) Lampert, Julie (Tom) Pfenning and Kay (Bernie) Larger, all of New Bremen; 20 grandchildren, Curt (Celia) Lampert, Tom (Brenda) Lampert, Doug Lampert, Shannon (Shawn) Heckman, Brent (Jacqueline) Lampert, Matt (Jessica) Will, Jennifer Will, Nicholas Will, Andrea Wissman, Ben (Jessica) Wissman, Erica (Tom) Miller, Justin Lampert, Aaron Lampert, James Lampert, Mitchell Pfenning, Nathan (Samantha) Larger, Jacob (Maria) Larger, Angela (Joe) Carte, Lucas Larger and Samuel Larger; 9 great-grandchildren, Tyler Lampert, Gabrielle and Lydia Heckman, Kellan Lampert, Thomas and Christian Miller, Noah and Andrew Carte and Sean Larger; her sisters, Leona Pleiman of Fort Loramie and Pauline Kohler of Botkins; her brothers, Rudolph Quinter of Minster and Maurice (Dorothy) Quinter of Fort Loramie; her in-laws, Mary Ann Quinter of Fort Loramie, Marilyn Dennings of Covington, Audrey McCollum of New Bremen and Joanne Lampert of St. Marys. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Michelle Pfenning; her siblings, Henry, Albert, Anthony and Robert Quinter, Dorothy Dresher, Adeline Huelsman, Loretta Huelsman, Henrietta Barlage, Sally Ossege and Stella Klikovits. Mrs. Lampert was a member of the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. Edna was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She always put her family before herself. She was a great cook and loved to bake apple pies, cinnamon rolls, cookies and was known as the “cookie grandma.” She enjoyed playing cards, games, assembling puzzles with her grandchildren, shopping, gardening and dancing. A Mass of Christian burial will be Monday at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements.

LAMPERT, Eugene Edwin Charles Lampert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 January 2010) Eugene "Gene" Edwin Charles Lampert, age 80, 14566 Lampert Road, St. Marys, died Thurs-day, Jan. 7, 2010, at The Gardens in Celina. He was born May 27, 1929, in Minster, a son of Bernard (Ben) and Bernadine (Berning) Lampert, who preceded him in death when he was young. On May 16, 1953, he married JoAnn Schnell, and she survives him in St. Marys. He is also survived by his three children, Kim (Kathleen) Lampert, Christine (Mike) Homan, and John (Kathy) Lampert, all of St. Marys; seven grandchildren along with their spouses, Brenda (Kenny) Klosterman, Nicole Lampert, Tony and Brian Homan, Elizabeth Lampert, Emily (John) Meinerding, and Alex (Jill) Lampert, also from St. Marys. He was blessed to have five great-grandchildren that loved their great-grandpa dearly, Aiden and Makenna Meinerding, Braylon and Zoey Lampert, and Korey Klosterman. He is survived by two sisters, Marilyn Dennings and Audrey McCollum; a sister-in-law, Edna Lampert. He was proceeded in death by his brothers, Orville, Virgil, Thomas and Victor Lampert. Gene was a 1947 graduate of New Bremen High School. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War era. He worked for B and M Packing Company, owned and operated Lampert's IGA in Piqua with his brother, Tom. He also owned and operated Lampert's Meats from 1964 - 1978 in St. Marys. He then worked at Crown in New Bremen and retired after 15 years of service. He was member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys and the New Bremen American Legion post 6458. He was known for his outgoing friendliness to anyone he ran into. His sense of humor was priceless. His stories will go on for many generations. Cisco Funeral Home 1175 E. Greenville Road, St. Marys is handling the arrangements. The New Bremen American Legion will hold a service. A prayer service will be also be held at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church 511 E. Spring St., St. Marys. Burial will be at a later date. Memorial contribution can be made to Holy Rosary Church and or State of the Heart Hospice.

LAMPERT, JoAnn Lampert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 22 March 2017) JoAnn Lampert, age 83, of St. Marys, passed away Monday, March 20, 2017, at St. Marys Living Center. She was born on Nov. 1, 1933, in New Bremen to the late Clayton and Corrine (Hollingsworth) Schnell. On May 16, 1953, she married Eugene Edwin Charles Lampert; he preceded her in death on Jan. 7, 2010. She is survived by her three children: Kim (Kathleen) Lampert, Christine (Mike) Homan and John (Kathy) Lampert, all of St. Marys; two sisters-in-law, Marilyn Dennings, Covington, and Audrey McCollum, New Bremen; her seven loving grandchildren include, along with their spouses: Brenda (Kenny) Klosterman, St. Marys, Nicole (Chris) Fortkamp, Coldwater, Tony Homan, St. Marys, Brian Homan, St. Marys, Elizabeth (Jason) Johnson, St. Marys, Emily (John) Meinerding, St. Marys, and Alex (Jill) Lampert, St. Marys; she was also blessed to have 11 great-grandchildren: Aiden, Makenna, Cason and Xander Meinderding, Braylon, Zoey and Bailey Lampert, Korey and Kaylee Klosterman, and Brantley and Bryce Fortkamp; and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Jimmie Schnell; five brothers- in-law: Orville (Norma) Lampert, Virgil (Jean) Lampert, Thomas (Edna) Lampert, Jack McCollum and Guy Dennings; and two sisters-in-law, Shirley Schnell and Barb Schnell. JoAnn was a 1951 graduate of New Bremen High School. She co-owned and operated Lampert's IGA in Piqua with her husband Gene and his brother, Tom. She also co-owned and operated Lampert's Meats from 1964-78 in St. Marys. She was member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. JoAnn was a very social person who loved spending time with her family and friends. She will be deeply missed by all. Memorial services will be Friday in Cisco Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, St. Marys. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association and/or to the donor's favorite charity.

LAMPY, Emlyn R. Lampy (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Emlyn R. Lampy, age 88, 319 E. Livingston Street, Celina, died Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, at his residence. He was born Feb. 14, 1920, in Mercer County, a son of William and Lenore (Bogart) Lampy. In 1946, he married Esther M. Ray, she preceded him in death on Aug. 4, 2000. He is survived by 1 son, Mark (Sharon) Lampy of Mendon; 1 sister Maxine Allen of Celina; 1 brother-in- law; 1 sister-in-law; 4 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, David Lampy; a sister; and a brother-in-law. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at W. H. Dick and Sons -Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will follow in Mendon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donors choice.

LAMPY, Gilbert Charles Lampy (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 May 2019) Gilbert Charles "Chuck" Lampy, age 67, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Elmwood Assisted Living of New Bremen. He was born Jan. 7, 1952 in Fort Worth, TX, to the late Victor D. and Alzada G. (Bland) Lampy. Chuck is survived by several cousins: Victor Boroff, Brian (Anita) Boroff, Dillon (Ashley) Boroff, Brice Boroff and Patricia Boroff. He was preceded in death by a brother and sister: Larry Joe Lampy and Vicky Lampy. Chuck graduated from high school in South Carolina, and had attended Broadcasting School in Georgia. He was a salesman for Pittsburgh Paints in Fort Worth, Texas. Chuck enjoyed painting art as a hobby. Funeral Services will be at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The Cancer Association of Mercer County.

LANCE, Mark E. Lance (Abstracted from information received from Sally Clark, one of Elmer’s relatives) Mark E. Lance, age 48, of Rittman went to be with the Lord Thursday, October 30, 2014. He was born on April 14, 1966 in Wadsworth and was a graduate of Wadsworth High School Class of 1985. Mark was employed as a printer by Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Lawrence and Jeannette Moser; paternal grandparents, Harold and Jean Lance; and his mother and father-in-law, Jim and Maxine Lee. Mark is survived by his wife, Kelley; 2 sons, Mark E. Lance Jr. of Wadsworth and Todd Lance of the home; his parents, Thomas and June Lance of Wadsworth; and his siblings, Jerry (Tina) Lance, Kim (Mike) Hopkins, and Bruce (Michelle) Lance all of Wadsworth; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be at Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman St., Wadsworth Wednesday with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home to assist with final expenses.

LANDREMAN, Maureen Landreman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 30, 2012) Maureen Landreman, 71, of Butler Township, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2012. She was born in St. Marys on April 29, 1941, to Lawrence Hart and Edith (Fark) McMillin, who preceded her in death. Maureen graduated from Memorial High School in St. Marys and was awarded a scholarship to attend the Columbus College of Art & Design, where she honed her artistic skills. She retired from the Wright State School of Medicine as an administrative assistant. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Geannine Johnson. She is survived by her beloved husband of 44 years, Lawrence Landreman; 1 daughter, Brooke Andrea Landreman; 2 sisters, Anita (Butch) Graves and Kathleen Dicke; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Private memorial services will be held at the convenience of the family. If desired, memorials may be made to SISCA, 2600 Wilmington Pike, Kettering, OH 45419. Arrangements are being entrusted to the George C. Martin Funeral Home, “Northridge Chapel,” 5040 Frederick Pike, Dayton.

LANDRUM, Tommy L. Landrum (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Tommy L. Landrum, age 71, of Celina, passed away on Thursday, July 10th at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. Born September 21, 1942 in Haddix, KY, he was the son of the late Arpie (Campbell) and Burton Landrum, Sr. Tommy married his wife, Deborah on July 25, 1985 and she survives in Celina along with two daughters, Angela (Terry) Springer of Celina and Peggy (Garth) Rubins of Dayton and grandchildren: Kira Rose Springer, Ryan Mitchell Springer, Abby Rubins, Molly Rubins and Allen Springer; a special niece, Diane Clarke, and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Tommy served in Germany from 1959-1963 in communications. He retired from the Chrysler Corporation in Dayton after 30 years of service where he worked with plastic injection molding machines. He was a member of the Dayton Masonic Temple, Celina American Legion Post #210 and the Celina Eagles Aerie. Tommy enjoyed spending time with his family, especially babysitting the grandchildren and camping. He enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels at his home. Preceding him in death was a brother, Burton Landrum, Jr. and his parents. Services will be Saturday, July 12th at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina with Military Rites performed by American Legion Post #210 and Celina VFW Post #5713. In memory of Tommy, donations may be directed to any local Hospice organization.

LANDWEHR, Norbert H. Landwehr (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 October 2015) Norbert H. Landwehr, age 86, of rural Mendon and formerly of Delphos, died Friday, Oct. 9, 2015, in the Joint Township District Memorial Hospital following a sudden illness. He was born on March 22, 1929, in Cloverdale, the son of William and Clara Mersman Landwehr, who are deceased. On Oct. 16, 1954, he married June Whetstone, who died on April 25, 1980. Surviving are his daughter Maria (Neal) McCune, with whom he lived near Mendon; his 2 grandchildren Kristen McCune and Matthew McCune; 1 great-grandson Sean McCune, of Mendon, and his brother-in-law Norman Fleming of Rockford. He was preceded in death by three sisters: Leona Fisher, Helen Fleming and Alice Youngpeter. Nobert retired after 34 years at the Continental Can Company in Van Wert as a press operator. He enjoyed classic cars, vegetable gardening and crafts, including needlework and lap weaving, and his C.B. radio and electronics. He enjoyed being ornery and giving away what he grew and made and loved to eat at Bob Evans. Funeral services will be Tuesday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. A private burial will be in the Kossuth Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Spencerville EMS or to the American Cancer Society.

LANE, Bess Lane (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 July 2008) Bess Lane, age 70, of New Knoxville, died Saturday, July 5, 2008, in the home of her father in St. Marys. She was born Oct. 4, 1937, in New Hampshire, a daughter of Clay Arnett and Dorothy May Hanger Perry. Her mother is deceased and her father survives in St. Marys. On May 15, 1955, she married Dalton A. Lane Jr., and he survives. She graduated from Waynesfield High School in 1955. She was a homemaker and had been a truck driver for Rising Sun Express. She is also survived by two sons, Mike Dalton (Melissa) Lane of Botkins, and Mark Dalton Lane of Jackson Center; three daughters, Cynthia Lane Brown of Lafayette, IN, Diane (Richard) McCafferty of Botkins and Leslie Lane of New Knoxville; a sister, Gloria (Steve) Tripplett of St. Marys; and 11 grandchildren, Mackenzie Brown, Zac Woodall, Derek Woodall, Casey Woodall, Ryden McCafferty, Jordan McCafferty, Caitlin Lane, Paige Lane, Dalton Lane, Peyton Lane and Alexis Lane. Memorial services will be Saturday, at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Cridersville.

LANE, Sam Lane (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420915) Sam Lane, age 70, of 1005 Cedar St. Celina, Ohio passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at St. Rita's Medical Center Lima, Ohio. He was born on September 25, 1941 in Middlesboro, KY to the late Henlin and Ethel (Owens) Lane. On Oct. 11, 1961 he married Pat (Beougher) Lane, who lives in Celina. Also surviving is his daughter & son-in-law Cheryl & Bob Jones of Elliston, VA, grandchildren Amanda & John Guzman, Josh & Michelle Post, Jessica & Mike Rea, Robert Nicholas Wagoner, Scott Temple, great grandchildren Kyra Gross, Celeste Guzman, Chloe Post, brothers John & Jone Lane of Lima, David & Bonnie Lane of Tazwell, TN, Ted & Carla Lane of Palatka, FL, Bruce Lane of Palatka, FL, sisters Charlotte & Allan Baker of Celina, Pat Davis of Middlesboro, KY and his brother-in-law Bill Muter of New Albany, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Scott Lane, granddaughter Alison Wagoner, and two sisters Janice Muter and Ruth Deitrick. Sam was a member of Celina First Church of God, Celina Masonic Lodge #241 F& AM, the Mercer County Sportsman’s Association and a member of the N.R.A. He retired from New Idea in Coldwater, OH, then drove bus for Celina City Schools and Cheryl Ann Schools. Funeral services will be Friday Aug. 3, 2012 at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina, Ohio. Burial will follow in Swamp College Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

LANG, Frederick Lang (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/fr-frederick-lang) Fr. Frederick Lang, C.PP.S., died peacefully Monday, June 8, 2020, in the infirmary of St. Charles Center, Carthagena, Ohio, where he made his home. He was 91. He was born on July 13, 1928 in Randolph, Ohio, to Richard and Agnes (DeChant) Lang. He entered the Missionaries of the Precious Blood in 1942 at Brunnerdale, the Missionaries’ former minor seminary near Canton, Ohio and was ordained on May 15, 1954. After his ordination, Fr. Lang served at St. Charles Seminary before being assigned as assistant pastor to St. Anthony Parish in Detroit. From 1955-1960, he served at St. Mary Parish in Garden City, KS. He then ministered briefly at St. Boniface Church in Piqua, OH, before pursuing his graduate studies at the Catholic University of Washington in Washington DC, and later at the University of Michigan and in Rome. In 1962, Fr. Lang was assigned to Saint Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, IN. He later taught at Cardinal Newman College in Normandy, MO. In 1981, he returned to Saint Joseph’s College and was also pastor of St. Henry Parish in Medaryville, IN, and St. Francis Parish in Francisville, IN. In 1985, Fr. Lang was appointed pastor of Our Lady of the Pines Parish in Black Forest, Colorado Springs, CO. For many years he also served as an auxiliary chaplain at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. He retired to St. Charles Center in May 2009. He is survived by his brother, Herbert Lang, Canton, Ohio; numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great- nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings and their spouses, Evelyn (Wendell) Burgess; Louise (Bob Spencer) Walters Spencer; Ruth Lang; Kate Lang; and Joanne (Ray) Horning. Fr. Lang lived a fascinating life, said his nephew, John Lang. He was a scholar with a gift for languages, but also was adventuresome. At St. Mary in Garden City, Kan., he met famed aerobatics pilot Harold Krier, who taught him to fly and instilled in him a love for aviation that lasted throughout his life. He traveled with the U.S. aerobatics team and served as the team’s interpreter through its European tours. He also had a great love for the outdoors and enjoyed camping. Most of all, he enjoyed his life as a priest. “Everyone who knew him liked him,” John Lang said. “He was ebullient—he truly seemed to be a happy person. And he brought that happiness to those around him. Or maybe I should say joy.” Due to health restrictions, a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated privately on Friday, June 12 at St. Charles Center. Burial will follow in the Community cemetery.

LANG, Michael Ray Lang (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Michael Ray Lang, 46, of 533 N Elizabeth Street in Lima, OH died Sunday January 20, 2013 in the emergency department of St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. He was born December 1, 1966 in Alexandria, VA to Dickie and Madonna (Meade) Lang. He is survived by his loving partner Stacy Fisher of Lima, OH; 1 daughter Allecia Sawmiller of Lima, OH; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Dickie and Madonna Lang, and maternal grandparents R. C. and Martha Meade. He was a 1985 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. Prior to becoming disabled, he worked as a truck driver for Maschari Bros. Produce Co. in Sandusky, OH. He enjoyed fishing and watching television. Rites are scheduled to be Saturday January 26, 2013 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Private burial will take place at Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH.

LANGDON, Vera L. Langdon (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421002) Vera L. Langdon, age 90, of Mount Prospect IL (Formerly of Celina, Ohio) died on Thursday, March 31, 2011 in Mount Prospect. She was born February 12, 1921 in Knox, IN to Fred & Mabel (Youngquist) Wilde. On June 9, 1946 she married Fred Langdon, and he died April 2, 2001. She is survived by a daughter, Sue & Mark Zorko of Lake Zurich, IL and two grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband. Funeral Services will be Saturday, April 9, 2011 at Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home, Celina, Ohio. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery, Celina, Ohio. Memorials may be directed to American Diabetes.

LANGE, Cletus A. Lange (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=07467988_CLange) Cletus A. Lange, age 84, of St. Henry, passed away Monday, August 13, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his wife and family. He was born May 18, 1934 in St. Henry, Ohio, to the late Louis & Anna (Selhorst) Lange. On May 6, 1961 he married Edna (Grieshop) Lange and she survives in St. Henry. Clete is also survived by his children: Michelle & Dale Kaiser of Ft. Recovery, Diane Lange of St. Henry, Ronald & Wanda Lange of Osgood, Sheila & Larry Phillips of Beavercreek, Renee & Michael Bertke of Maria Stein, Janine & Charles Jacobs of Maria Stein, Tricia & Charles Wendel of St. Henry. He is also survived by 24 grandchildren, two great grandchildren and siblings: Leroy Lange of St. Henry, Frances Gehret of Ft. Loramie, Louis & Martha Lange of Wapakoneta, Sally Lange of Celina, and in-laws: Margie Wenning, Cletus & Mary Ann Grieshop of Minster, Angela Grieshop of Sidney, Nicholas & Joan Grieshop of Yorkshire, Vernon & Patricia Grieshop of Yorkshire, and Thomas & Janice Grieshop of New Bremen. He was preceded in death by siblings: Marie & Albert Pottkotter, Elmer Lange, Cleo & Ralph Strete, Wilma & Sylvester Dues, Sister Agnes Lange C.P.P.S., Cy & Margie Lange, Rita & Joseph Schroer, Eugene Lange and in-laws Ilene Lange, Lawrence Gehret, Jeanette & David Quellhorst, Joseph Grieshop, Kenneth Grieshop, Marilyn Grieshop, and Leo Wenning. He was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, where he was a member of the funeral choir and had been a mass server for weekly masses at The Gardens. Clete was a veteran of the United States Army. He retired from the former New Idea factory in Coldwater after working there for 44years. He was a former member of the St. Henry Emergency Rescue Squad, as well as a member of the C.P.P.S. Companions, and the St. Henry Knights of Columbus. Clete enjoyed gardening, music, and spending time with his family and grandchildren. He loved talking with people and he never knew a stranger. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, August 17, 2018 at St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry. Burial with military rites will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements.

LANGE, Elizabeth M. Lange (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/betty-lange) Elizabeth M. ‘Betty’ Lange, age 97, of Coldwater, Ohio, passed away March 24, 2020 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. She was born October 18, 1922 in Burkettsville to the late William & Josephine (Heyne) Reier. On October 20, 1945 at Holy Trinity Church, Coldwater Betty married the love of her life Ralph L. Lange, who preceded her in death on October 29, 1979. Surviving are her two children, Nancy & Dennis Hoying of Coldwater and Carl & Sue Lange of Celina; five grandchildren: Teresa Clevidence, Lori Rejent, Kevin Lange, Janice Mabry and Deborah Hammons; nineteen great-grandchildren; one of her sisters Mary (Reier) & Ray Wenning of Coldwater and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by two sisters Julianna Brackman and Marcella Westgerdes; and in-laws, Zeno Brackman, Wilbert Westgerdes, Alvina (Lange) & Herman Balster, Hilda (Lange) & Paul Mackenbach, Victor & Helen Lange, Anthony & Geraldine ‘Geri’ Lange and infant Richard Lange. Back in the day, Betty & Ralph were known to “tear up the dance floor” at the Carousel Ballroom with their ballroom dancing. She attended Holy Trinity Catholic Church where she had been an active parishioner and she was a member of the St. Ann’s Rosary Sodality of the church. She was a devoted wife, a dedicated homemaker and skilled at embroidering, making beautiful quilts, especially her states quilts. She enjoyed teaching her granddaughters the art of pie making, bowling with her team and playing countless and spirited games of cards with her family and groups of her friends. Due to Covid-19 a private family Mass will be at Holy Trinity Church, Coldwater Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to State of the Heart Care or the Maria Stein Shrine. Due to the pandemic the family requests no visitors to their homes.

LANGE, Ilene Lange (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1547322) Ilene ‘Beany’ Lange, age 80, of St. Henry, died on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at her home. She was born March 4, 1935 in Frenchtown, to the late Chelcie & Alfreda (Goubeaux) Neargarder. On November 20, 1954, in Frenchtown, she married Leroy Lange, and he survives in St. Henry. She is also survived by six children, Dan & Jody Lange of St. Henry, Nancy & Kevin Robie of Beavercreek, Fred & Shelli Lange of Kansas City, MO, Gary & Margaret Lange of New Bremen, Kevin & Lisa Lange of St. Henry and Linda & Patrick Mescher of Bellbrook, 22 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, brothers and sisters, Dot & Don Beers of Hamilton, Carl & Ruth Neargarder of Frenchtown, and in-laws, Lester Schmidt of Piqua, Joan Neargarder of Versailles, Cyril & Margie Lange of Ft. Loramie, Rita Schroer of St. Henry, Frances & Lawrence Gehret of Ft. Loramie, Cletus & Edna Lange of St. Henry, Louis & Martha Lange of Wapakoneta and Sally Lange of Celina. She was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Rita Schmidt, Don & Flora Neargarder, Virginia & Millard Sparks and Marion Neargarder and in-laws, Elmer Lange, Gene Lange, Marie & Albert Pottkotter, Cleo & Ralph Strete, Wilma & Sylvester Dues, Sr. Agnes Lange, C.PP.S, and Joe Schroer. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, spent countless hours volunteering for the Mercer County Council on Aging and received the Senior Citizen of the Year award, was retired from Mercer County Community Hospital and was an excellent cook and homemaker. Beany was an avid card and bingo player. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, March 26, 2015 at St. Henry Catholic Church. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery, St. Henry. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to State of The Heart Hospice.

LANGE, Mary Catherine Lange (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=66629360_MLange) Mary Catherine ‘Katie’ Lange, age 81, of St. Henry, OH died Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at Celina Manor. She was born November 1, 1936 to the late Irvin & Adeline (Miller) Wagner in Muncie, IN. On February 19, 1955 she married Vernon L. Lange and he survives in St. Henry. She is also survived by children: Kathleen Rasberry of Celina, Steve & Jodie Lange of Coldwater, Tricia & Randy Christian of Celina, Sandy Baumer of Coldwater, Ken & Cindy Lange of Celina, Lori & Randy Porter of Celina, Barb & Jim Hess of Ft. Recovery, Jeff & Diane Lange of St. Henry and Tony & Jodi Lange of St. Henry; 26 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; siblings: Virginia & Bill Fienhold of Iowa, Rosie & Steve Kulgoski of Connecticut, Linda & Ron Bruggeman of St. Henry, Shirley & Bill Hoffman, Mike & Becky Wagner and Dennis Wagner all of Celina; in-laws: Betty Lange of St. Henry, Rosemary & Leroy Bensman of St. Henry, Marjorie & Vince Schoenherr of Ft. Recovery, Virgil & Regina Lange of St. Henry, JoAnn & Ed Davis of Celina, Ruth & Paul Backs of Ft. Recovery, Esther Lange of St. Henry, Virginia & Earl Goewert of St. Henry, Luella & Glen Klosterman of Columbus, Lucy Lange of St. Henry, Betty & Herb Hamberg of Coldwater, Shirley & Dennis Hartke of Sidney, Dave & Pam Lange of Coldwater and Tom & Brenda Lange of St. Henry. She is preceded in death by a son-in-law Tony Rasberry; a grandson Tyler Christian; in-laws Don & Betty Lange, Alfred Lange and Henry Lange. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church. She was a homemaker who enjoyed her family, polka dancing and flower gardening. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, November 18, 2017 at St. Henry Church. Burial will follow at St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association.

LANGE, Regina A. Lange (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=99167781_RLange) Regina A. Lange, age 80, of St. Henry, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2018 at The Gardens at St. Henry. She was born October 11, 1937 in Ft. Recovery, Ohio, to the late Walter & Anna Marie (Knoth) Steinbrunner. On June 7, 1958 she married Virgil Lange and he survives in St. Henry. She is also survived by her children: Karen & Ralph Westgerdes, Mike & Peg Lange, Jerry Lange, Ron & Lori Lange and Dave Lange all of St. Henry, and Tim & Cally Lange of Celina. Regina is also survived by 16 grandchildren, two great grandchildren, a brother, Walter & Karen Steinbrunner of West Union, and in-laws: Vernon Lange of St. Henry, Dave & Pam Lange of Coldwater, Tom & Brenda Lange of St. Henry, Donald Lange of Ft. Recovery, Rosemary & Leroy Bensman of St. Henry, Marjorie & Vincent Schoenherr of Ft. Recovery, JoAnn & Ed Davis of Celina, Ruth & Paul Backs of St. Henry, Esther Lange of St. Henry, Virginia & Earl Goewert of St. Henry, Luella & Glen Klosterman of Galena, Betty & Herb Hamberg of Coldwater, Shirley & Dennis Hartke of Sidney, Betty Lange and Lucy Lange, both of St. Henry. She was preceded in death by a daughter Joyce Lange, and a son James Lange, her parents in-law, Henry & Philomena (Minnie) Lange, siblings, Shirley Reinhard, and Ralph Steinbrunner, and in-laws: Alfred (Fritz) Lange, Henry (Dutch) Lange, and Katie Lange. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry, and the Altar Rosary Sodality. She was a member of the Catholic Financial Life in St. Joe, was a former C.K. of A. member, and a former C.K. of A. National Board Member. Regina was a homemaker and enjoyed working in her gardens and flower beds, polka dancing, and spending time with her grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care, The Gardens at St. Henry Activity Fund, or the Alzheimer’s Association.

LANGE, Richard Henry Lange (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 18, 2015) Richard Henry "Dick" Lange, 53, of 314 E. Anthony Street in Celina, passed away Monday, Feb. 16, 2015, at the Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was born on March 15, 1961, in Celina to Donald Sr. and Elizabeth "Betty" (Huber) Lange. On Dec. 13, 1983, he married Penny Levi, who lives in Celina. Also surviving are 2 sons Chad Lange, Aron Lange, 2 daughters and sons-in-law Tara (Scott) Banks, Amber (Sam) Slater, 11 grandchildren, 1 brother and sister-in-law and 2 sisters and brothers-in-law. He was preceded in death by his mother Betty Lange, one granddaughter, an infant brother, three sisters and brothers-in-law and two infant sisters. Funeral services will be Friday at the New Life Apostolic Church in Celina. Burial will follow in the Swamp College Cemetery in Celina with military honors provided by the Celina American Legion Post #210 and the Celina VFW Post 5713. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements.

LANGENKAMP, Erma J. Irish Langenkamp (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 January 2018) Erma J. Irish Langenkamp, age 85, of 1002 Hackney St. in St. Marys, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2018 in the emergency department of Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. She was born Aug. 5, 1932, in St. Marys, to James and Hazel (Stoker) Irish. On Feb. 25, 1949, she married Thomas A. Langenkamp, who died March 8, 1983. Survivors include her son, Timothy Langenkamp of Versailles; her daughter, Tracey Borns of St. Marys; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a stepdaughter; a daughter-in-law and a son-in-law. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Hazel Irish; husband, Thomas Langenkamp; son, Thomas Langenkamp; daughters, Susan Marlow and Jodi Hatfield and son, Ted Langenkamp. Rites are scheduled Tuesday at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home 314 W. High St. in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys.

LANGENKAMP, Eugene Henry Langenkamp (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 2 April 2014) Eugene Henry Langenkamp, age 79, of Yorkshire, died Tuesday, April 1, 2014, at Briarwood Manor in Coldwater. He was born on March 12, 1935, in Yorkshire, to Frank and Rose (Borchers) Langenkamp. On Dec. 22, 1993, he married Connie Burke, who survives. Gene is also survived by his 10 children, Sharon and Bob Hibner of Coldwater; Joyce and Tony Bornhorst of Fort Loramie; Sandy and Brad Garmann of Minster; David and Jeannie Langenkamp of Caramel, IN; Phyllis and Chuck Kremer of Minster; Jim and Marci Langenkamp of Russia; Susan Flamm of Troy; Tom and Faith Langenkamp of Springboro; Debra Langenkamp of Silver Spring, MD; and Jill and Tim York of Russia; six siblings, two sisters-in-law, a brother-in-law, his first wife, Clara Kite of New Bremen; 35 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; two stepchildren Libbie and Dean Penman of Buffalo, NY, and Rob and Stacey Byers of Minster; and six step-grandchildren. Preceding him in death are his stepfather, Werner, two brothers, a sister and two brothers-in-law. Gene's family would like to invite all relatives and friends to his Funeral Mass Saturday at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Fort Loramie. In addition, all are welcome to join Gene's family for fellowship and camaraderie at a Celebration of Life luncheon to begin at noon Saturday at Minster Knights of Columbus. In lieu of flowers and gifts, contributions can be made to State of the Heart Hospice Care or to a charity of the donor's choice.

LANGENKAMP, Gene H. Langenkamp (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421290) Gene H. Langenkamp, age 79, of Yorkshire, passed away April 1, 2014, at Briarwood Manor, Coldwater. He was born on March 12, 1935, in Yorkshire, to Frank and Rose (Borchers) Langenkamp. On Dec. 22, 1993, he married Connie Burke, who survives. Gene is also survived by his ten children, Sharon and Bob Hibner, Coldwater; Joyce and Tony Bornhorst, Fort Loramie; Sandy and Brad Garmann, Minster; David and Jeannie Langenkamp, Caramel, IN; Phyllis and Chuck Kremer, Minster; Jim and Marci Langenkamp, Russia; Susan Flamm, Troy; Tom and Faith Langenkamp, Springboro; Debra Langenkamp, Silver Spring, MD, and Jill and Tim York, Russia; six siblings, Juanita Brandewie, Marlene Bohman Norma and Orville Bohman, Barbara and Harold Suchland, Janet and Mike Suchland, and Karen and Gary Meyer, two sisters-in-law, Theresa and Marianne Langenkamp, a brother-in-law, Hubert Magoteaux; his first wife, Clara Kite, New Bremen; 35 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren; two step-children Libbie and Dean Penman, Buffalo, NY; and Rob and Stacey Byers, Minster; and six step-grandchildren. Deceased are his stepfather, Werner; two brothers Paul and Jerry, a sister and her husband, Rosalie and Ralph Wendel; and two brothers-in-law, Gene Brandewie and Fred Bohman. Gene was a farmer and established Gene Langenkamp Sales & Service. He was a proud member of the Goat Farmer's in Yorkshire, the Knights of Columbus, Knights of St. John, and the Holy Men's Sodality. Gene's family would like to invite all relatives and friends to his Funeral Mass Saturday, April 5th at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Ft. Loramie. In addition, all are welcome to join Gene's family for fellowship and camaraderie at a Celebration of Life luncheon to be held at Minster Knights of Columbus beginning at noon. In lieu of flowers and gifts, contributions can be made to State of the Heart Hospice Care or charity of your choice. Always the joker, perhaps it is fitting that Gene's departure occurred on April Fools' Day, a lasting reminder that he was a man who enjoyed humor and a good laugh.

LANGENKAMP, Jerome F. Langenkamp (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 November 2010) Jerome F. Langenkamp, age 63, of 14884 Bergman Road, Yorkshire, died Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010, at his residence. He was born on Jan. 20, 1947, in Piqua, the son of Werner and Rose (Borchers) Langenkamp, and they preceded him in death. On Sept. 9, 1967, he married Marianne Anthony, and she survives. He is also survived by his children, Travis Langenkamp of Washington, DC, Tara (Jake) Bowers of Oxford, Toby Langenkamp of St. Clairsville, Tasha Langenkamp of Minster, Trevor Langenkamp of Columbus, Tanya Langenkamp of Washington, DC; 11 grandchildren; and seven siblings. He was also preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. He served in the United States Army from 1969 to 1971. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at St. Nicholas Church. Burial will follow at St. Martin Cemetery. Full military honors will be conducted at the graveside by the Minster Firing Squad. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to Wilson Hospice or the James Cancer Center.

LANGENKAMP, Margaret Emma Langenkamp (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421394) Margaret Emma Langenkamp, age 92, of Coldwater Creek Rd, Celina OH, died on Sunday, May 13, 2012 at her home. She was born September 30, 1919 in New Weston, Ohio to the late Joseph G. and Josephine (Weis) Stammen. On May 22, 1940 she married Norbert H. Langenkamp and he died October 19, 1973. Margaret is survived by 16 children, Joseph (Shirley) Langenkamp, Celina, Bernice (Paul) Heim, Angel Fire, NM, Patricia (Lavern) Wente, Minster, Theresa (John) Cangelosi, Cleveland, Marjorie (Joseph) Grieshop, Harlan, KY, Roberta (James) Chilimigras, Bay Saint Louis, MS, Jane (Ronald) Obringer, Rockford, Jerome (Susan) Langenkamp, White Bear Lake, MN, Connie (Paul) Simons, Naperville, IL, Mary (Walter) Wagor, Canton, Walter Langenkamp (Diane Tutorow) Dunkirk, IN, Kathryn (Peter Peroutka) Langenkamp, Greenville, NC, David (Cindy) Langenkamp, Celina, Michael (Angela) Langenkamp, Louisville, KY, Elizabeth (Todd) Dammeyer, Versailles and Gregory Langenkamp (Nina McDaniel), Celina, 37 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren, siblings and spouses, Alfons (Lois) Stammen, North Star, Marie Langenkamp, North Star, Carl (Ruth) Stammen, New Weston, Delores Groff, Kettering, Eulalia (Elmer) Klosterman, Montezuma, Matilda Stammen, St. Henry, Marcella Stammen, Burkettsville, Ruth Stammen, New Weston, Richard (Verena) Langenkamp, St. Henry, Fr. Arnold Langenkamp, SVD, Techny, IL, Fr. August Langenkamp, SVD, Techny, IL. She is preceded in death by a daughter, Louise; twin sons, Herbert and Herman; two grandchildren, one great grandchild and siblings and spouses, Coletta Stammen, Armella Stammen, Edward and Bernadine Stammen, Herman Stammen, Cyril Stammen, Cornelius Stammen, Virgil Stammen, Lawrence Stammen, Esther Stammen, Ado Langenkamp, Anna Mae Stammen, Joseph Groff, Marie and Frank G. Mohlman, Anna and August Miller, Bro. Berchmans (Walter) Langenkamp, SVD, Sr. Anastasia (Laura) Langenkamp, CPPS, John Langenkamp, Sr. Norberta (Angela) Langenkamp, PHJC, Ralph and Laura Langenkamp and Dorothy and Paul Muhlenkamp. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Celina, Ohio, Ladies Altar Sodality of the church, I.C. Quilting Club, Mercer County Right to Life, a volunteer for I.C. grade school, a 4-H leader and a homemaker. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Immaculate Conception Church, Celina, Ohio. Burial will follow in Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be directed to Immaculate Conception School, Celina, Ohio.

LANGENKAMP, Marian L. Langenkamp (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1515022) Marian L. Langenkamp, age 91, of Orlando, FL, formerly of Greenville, died on Monday, February 2, 2015. She was born April 11, 1923 in Cranberry Prairie, to the late John & Regina (Schwieterman) Huwer. On August 7, 1946 she married Ivo Langenkamp, and he died February 2009. She is survived by four children, James & Julia Langenkamp of Cincinnati, Donald Langenkamp of Greenville, Connie & Jeffrey Stammen of North Star, and Larry & Doria Langenkamp of Orlando, FL, five grandchildren, Stephen, Max, Craig, Cheri and Brent, six great-grandchildren, Cymone, Noelle, Stephen James, Seth, Phillip and Jazlyn, one great-great grandchild, Rylie, a sister, Eileen Barga of Versailles, sisters-in-law, Anna Huwer of Coldwater and Marilyn Huwer of North Star and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by brothers, Victor Huwer and Charles Huwer and in- laws, Vince & Lucille Gehle, Albert & Mary Langenkamp, Ado & Marie Langenkamp and Richard Barga. She was a former member of St. Louis Catholic Church, North Star. Her greatest joy was being a wife, mother and grandmother. She assisted her husband on the farm for many years while providing produce for her family from her large garden and fruit orchard. She especially loved working with the flowers bordering that garden. After retiring with her husband to Greenville, she continued to serve her family and community. Later she moved to Orlando to live with her youngest son and his wife. She enjoyed bible reading, the wide array of flowers near her home, baseball in the Florida sunshine and going out to eat. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, February 9, 2015 at St. Louis Catholic Church, North Star. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Greenville. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Russia has been entrusted with the services.

LANGENKAMP, Patricia Jacomet Langenkamp (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 March 2011) Patricia (Jacomet) Langenkamp, age 82, of 467 N. Perry St., St. Marys, died Monday, Feb. 28, 2011, at her residence. She was born on May 11, 1928, in Delphos, the daughter of Donald and Bula (Vondale) Westbay Jacomet, and they preceded her in death. On Aug. 16, 1947, she married Kenneth Langenkamp, and he preceded her in death on Nov. 29, 1976. She is also survived by her two sons, James (Melanie) Langenkamp of Celina, Daniel (Pamela) Langenkamp of St. Marys; her daughter, Linda (Shawn) Slife of Wapakoneta; her half-brother; 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by one granddaughter and one half-brother. Funeral services will be Thursday at Cisco Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Gardens in St. Marys. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice.

LANGENKAMP, Paul Hugo Langenkamp (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 November 2008) Paul Hugo Langenkamp, age 71, Ohio 47 Sidney, died at home Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, of natural causes. He was born Sept. 18, 1937, in Yorkshire, a son of Frank and Rose (Borchers) Langenkamp and they preceded him in death. On Nov. 24, 1960, at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Burkettsville, he married Theresa S. (Boeke) Langenkamp and she survives. He is also survived by five children and their spouses, Linda (Gerry) Christman of Botkins, Frank (Lori) Langenkamp of Fort Loramie, Ed (Wendy) Langenkamp of Sidney, Ann (Mike) Muth of Oregonia; 23 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild; eight siblings and their spouses, Gene (Conni) Langenkamp of Yorkshire, Juanita Brandewie of Egypt, Marlene Bohman of Versailles, Norma (Orville) Bohman of Versailles, Barbara (Harold) Suchland of New Bremen, Jerry (Marianne) Langenkamp of Yorkshire, Janet (Mike) Suchland of New Bremen, Karen (Gary) Meyer of Fort Loramie; a brother-in-law, Hubert Magoteaux of Osgood; a one sister-in- law, Clara Kites of New Bremen. He was also preceded in death by a stepfather, Werner Langenkamp; a daughter, Marie Langenkamp; a sister, Rosalie (Ralph) Wendel; and two brothers-in-law, Gene Brandewie and Fred Bohman. He was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Newport, Saints Peter and Paul Men’s Group, Sacred Heart Knights of Columbus, New Bremen American Legion, Turtle Creek Township Zoning Officer. He graduated from Minster High School with the class of 1955. He then continued studies for two years at the Glenmary Seminary in Cincinnati. He had been a farmer all of his working life. He was also employed at Advanced Agri-Solutions Co-Op Inc. in Botkins, and had previously worked 19 years at Kaiser Ag- Chemical in McCartyville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Newport. Burial will follow at Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery. Gehret Funeral Home, 64 Elm St., Fort Loramie is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to Shelby County Right to Life or Wilson Hospice Care.

LANGENKAMP, Richard E. Langenkamp (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1466585) Richard E. Langenkamp, age 91, of Briarwood Village, formerly of St. Henry, died Thursday, November 27, 2014 at Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater. He was born July 12, 1923 in St. Henry, to the late Henry & Anna (Brackman) Langenkamp. He married Verena (Bills) on May 14, 1949, and she survives in Coldwater. He is also survived by five children, Rita & Ron Kremer of New Bremen, Rene Warren & Ed Anthony of Columbus, Agnes Gibson of Covington, Henry & Patricia Langenkamp of St. Henry, and James & Susan Langenkamp of Corpus Christi, TX, eleven grandchildren, fourteen great- grandchildren, and two brothers, Fr. Arnold Langenkamp and Fr. August Langenkamp, both of Northbrook, IL. He was preceded in death by brothers, Norbert Langenkamp, Br. Berchmans Langenkamp, and Ralph Langenkamp and sisters, Marie Mohlman, Dorothy Muhlenkamp, Sr. Anastasia Langenkamp, Sr. Norberta Langenkamp and Anna Miller. He was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville and its Men’s Sodality, the St. Henry Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, Minster, Catholic Rural Life, Dayton, and the Ohio Council of Churches, Columbus. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II and he was a retired farmer. He enjoyed fishing, swimming and volunteering at the Center for Neurological Development. He was a blood donor and hospice volunteer, who loved his family, children, grandchildren, and great- grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, St. Henry has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to the Center for Neurological Development, Burkettsville.

LANGENKAMP, Shirley A. Langenkamp (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1617711) Shirley A. Langenkamp, age 69, of Celina Ohio, died Friday, June 26, 2015 at the Laurels in Rockford. She was born February 19, 1946 in Celina to the late Cletus J. Sr. & Verena E. (Moeller) Tobe. On April 22, 1967 she married Joseph H. Langenkamp and he survives in Celina. She is also survived six children, Angela (Douglas) Freeman of Celina, Deborah (Gary II) Zimmerman of North Baltimore, Lynn (Randy) Young of Rockford, Anthony Langenkamp of Crestwood, KY, Sara (Bill) Frost of Bellefontaine and Nora (Stephen Young II) Langenkamp of Celina, seventeen grandchildren, two great grandchildren, siblings Robert (Jane) Tobe, Bernice (Daniel) Westgerdes, Kenneth (Grace) Tobe, Eleanore (David) Hamilton, Martin (Rose) Tobe, Lester (Kathleen) Tobe, Cletus Tobe Jr., Patricia (Thomas) Flaute, David (Rita) Tobe, Margaret (Michael) Bruggeman, Susan (Michael) Thien, Eric (Lou Ann) Tobe, in laws Bernice (Paul) Heim, Patricia, (Lavern) Wente, Theresa (John) Cangelosi, Marjorie (Joseph) Grieshop, Roberta (James) Chilimigras, Jane (Ronald) Obringer, Jerome (Susan) Langenkamp, Connie (Paul) Simons, Mary (Walter) Wagor, Diane Tutorow, Kathryn (Peter Peroutka) Langenkamp, David (Cindy) Langenkamp, Michael (Angela) Langenkamp, Elizabeth (Todd) Dammeyer, Gregory (Nina McDaniel) Langenkamp and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by a son Aaron Gregory Langenkamp, a grandson Randy L. Young II, and in laws Norbert H. & Margaret E. (Stammen) Langenkamp, Walter Langenkamp, Herman Langenkamp, Herbert Langenkamp and Louise Langenkamp. Shirley was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina, the rosary altar sodality of the church, a religious education teacher, Knights of St. John Auxiliary, Celina, Mercer County Right to Life and Mercer County republican women. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at Immaculate Conception Church. Burial will follow in Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be directed to Mercer County Right to Life.

LANGENKAMP, Theodore Langenkamp (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 1 August 2015) Theodore “Ted” Langenkamp, age 50, of 890 Townview Drive, Saint Marys, died Saturday, August 1, 2015, at Saint Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born March 2, 1965, in Saint Marys, the son of Thomas and Erma Jean (Irish) Langenkamp. He married Shelley Bender on September 23, 1989, and she survives in Lakeview, Ohio. He is also survived by his mother, Erma Jean Langenkamp of Saint Marys; by his son, Jacob (Kayla) Langenkamp of Lakeview, OH; step-sons Shawn (Missy) Volbert of Spencerville and Timothy (Susan) Volbert, Jr of Ottawa, OH; 1 granddaughter, Athyna Langenkamp and by 8 step-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings: Timothy (Sheila) Langenkamp of Versailles; Tracey (Kirk) Borns of Saint Marys; Jodi (Roy) Hatfield of Saint Marys. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Langenkamp; a brother, Tommy Langenkamp and a sister, Susie Ruwoldt. Ted was a 1983 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He graduated from Rhodes State College in Lima. He worked as comptroller at Trademark Designs. Ted loved spending time with his granddaughter, going to movies, flea markets and zoos. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, August 7, 2015, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, Saint Marys. Miller- Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys, OH is handling the arrangements.

LANGENKAMP, Walter Lawrence Langenkamp (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1532934) Walter Lawrence Langenkamp, age 60, of Pennville, IN, passed away from cancer on Friday, February 27, 2015 in Celina, Ohio. He was born December 23, 1954 in Celina to the late Norbert H. & Margaret E. (Stammen) Langenkamp. He is survived by his loving companion Diana Tutorow of Pennville, her children Jerry, Angela, Cheryl & Kristy, 3 stepchildren Aaron Walter, Angie Stuckey and Carrie Schmit, fifteen siblings, Joseph (Shirley) Langenkamp, Celina, Bernice (Paul) Heim, Angel Fire, NM, Patricia (Lavern) Wente, Minster, Theresa (John) Cangelosi, Cleveland, Marjorie (Joseph) Grieshop, Harlan, KY, Roberta (James) Chilimigras, Bay Saint Louis, MS, Jane (Ronald) Obringer, Rockford, Jerome (Susan) Langenkamp, White Bear Lake, MN, Connie (Paul) Simons, Naperville, IL, twin sister Mary (Walter) Wagor, Canton, Kathryn (Peter Peroutka) Langenkamp, Greenville, NC, David (Cindy) Langenkamp, Celina, Michael (Angela) Langenkamp, Louisville, KY, Elizabeth (Todd) Dammeyer, Versailles and Gregory Langenkamp (Nina McDaniel), Celina, 37 nieces and nephews and numerous great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Louise and twin brothers Herbert and Herman. He currently worked at Homan’s Dairy Farm in Portland and formerly worked for 3W Construction, Fleetwood Motor Homes, Red Gold Canning, was a truck driver for Chatt Valley and sold Free Choice Minerals. He was a member of the NRA and Portland Moose. Walter loved to play Santa Claus, dance, play cards and work in his garden growing Dinner Plate Dahlias. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday March 6, 2015 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, State Road 67 Bryant, IN. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice.

LANGSDON, Ruth H. Langsdon (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Ruth H. Langsdon, 93, of 134 Concord Avenue, Saint Marys, died Monday, June 3, 2013, at the Saint Marys Living Center. She was born June 29, 1919, in Auglaize County, OH, the daughter of Albert and Hilda (Elshoff) Schultz. She married Dick Johns on June 2, 1946, and he preceded her in death on October 26, 1955. She married Richard Langsdon on May 27, 1967 and he preceded her in death on March 22, 1995. She is survived by her children: Judy (Mike) Glavaris of Arlington, SD; Kraig (Miriam) Johns of Saint Marys; a step-son: Thomas (Barbara) Langsdon of Louisville, KY. She is survived by 3 grandchildren: Karah Glavaris; Adam Johns and Micah Johns; by 3 step-grandchildren: Amy (Rob) Cisco; Kathryn Cassey; Whitney Langsdon; by 2 step-great-grandchildren; and by her brother, John W. Schultz, Sr. of Saint Marys. She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, a sister: Luella (Schultz) Russell; and a brother: Almond A. Schultz. Ruth was a 1939 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School and a graduate of Capital University in Columbus. She had taught school for a number of years and was a partner in the Johns’ Furniture Store in downtown Saint Marys for many years. She was a member of the Mother’s Study Club, Joint Township District Memorial Hospital Guild and Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys. She taught Sunday School for numerous years and was very active on the funeral dinner committee of the church. She also enjoyed reading and attending the musical and sporting events of her grandchildren. She will be remembered as a very sweet, friendly person. Funeral rites will be Friday, June 7, 2013, at Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to Zion Lutheran Church or the American Heart Association.

LANKFORD, David Newton Lankford (Abstracted from https://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/notices/David-Lankford) David N. Lankford, age 59, of Las Vegas, NV, died Saturday, December 14, 2019, in Las Vegas. He was born October 28, 1960, at Camp Lejeune, NC, the son of Lewis and Naomi (Lucore) Lankford. He is survived by his siblings: Daniel Lankford of Las Vegas; Deborah (Jerome) Googeg of New Knoxville, OH and by 11 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. David graduated from Campbell County High School in Gillette, WY, and he attended college for 2 years in Casper, WY. He was employed at Motorola in Las Vegas, where he repaired and installed radio systems. He enjoyed drag racing, and restoring his classic Chevy Nova, fishing, camping, bowling and listening to music. Private family funeral rites will be held at a later date in Las Vegas. Miller Funeral Home, Saint Marys, is entrusted with David’s funeral arrangements.

LANKFORD, Naomi F. Lankford (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 10 April 2019) Naomi F. Lankford, age 85, of New Knoxville, and formerly of Las Vegas, died Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at her daughter’s residence in New Knoxville. She was born June 19, 1933, in Arriba, CO, the daughter of Alonzo and Bessie (Switzer) Lucore. She married Lewis Lankford on December 26, 1959, in Denver, CO; he preceded her in death on September 7, 1994. She is survived by her children: David Lankford of Las Vegas; Daniel Lankford of Las Vegas; Deborah (Jerome) Googeg of New Knoxville. She is survived by her 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Also surviving is her brother, Wayne Lucore of Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents and by 2 siblings. Naomi graduated from Cole High School in Colorado, and attended McPherson University. She had previously worked for the US State Department in Israel, where she met her husband, Lewis. Funeral rites will be at Open Door Baptist Church, 1812 University Blvd., Graveside burial rites will be held at Cedaredge Cemetery, Cedaredge, CO. Memorial gifts may be given to Open Door Baptist Church, Lima. Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, 200 West Spring Street, New Knoxville, is entrusted with Naomi’s funeral arrangements.

LANNING, Dorothea E. Lanning (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 April 2008) Dorothea E. Lanning, age 79, of Wapakoneta, died Sunday, April 20, 2008, at Auglaize Acres. She was born Jan. 2, 1929, in Botkins, a daughter of Gaylord and Cora (Mann) Bonnoront and they preceded her in death. On Nov. 28, 1954, she married Alvin A. Lanning, and he preceded her in death Nov. 29, 1993. She is survived by 3 sisters-in-law, Guinevere Lanning Smith of Wapakoneta, Vernita (John) Mould of Oxford and Verna (William) Elliott of Piqua; 1 step-son, Gary (Sandra) Klingler and family of Lima; and 1 niece, Serena Elliott Robinson and family of Piqua. She was also preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Robert Frey; two sisters-in-law, Geneura and Alvina Lanning; and a nephew, Kenneth Frey. Funeral services will be Wednesday, at the First English Lutheran Church, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. There will be an Eastern Star memorial service Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to the First English Lutheran Church, or the American Heart Association, or the American Diabetes Association.

LANNING, Mildred M. Lanning (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jul 18, 1978) Mildred M. Lanning, age 70, of Cridersville, died today in Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born in Marion, IN. Oct 7, 1907, the daughter of Linton and Minnie (Chamberlin) Numbers. She married Melvin M Lanning, who survives. Survivors in addition to her husband include a son. Larry Lanning of Cridersville, a daughter, Mrs. William (Helen June) Hackman of Russells Point, eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, two brothers, Robert Numbers of Cridersville and William Numbers of Lima, and two sisters, Mrs. Homer (Ann) DeLong, and Mrs. Joseph (Geraldine) Bowers, both of Cridersville. Services will be at Bayllff and Sons Funeral Home, Cridersville. Burial will be in Fairmont Cemetery, Uniopolis.

LANNING, Vernon M. Lanning (Abstracted from the Lima News, Mar 4, 1982) WAPAKONETA - Services will be at the First English Lutheran Church for Vernon M Lanning, age 89. He died at his home following a two-month illness. He was born Jan. 16, 1893, in Wapakoneta, the son of William and Mary Winemiller Lanning. His wife Edna, died Jan 15, 1979. Mr. Lanning was a rural letter carrier on Wapakoneta Route 6 for 39 years. He was also a retired farmer. He was a life member of the First English Lutheran Church, a member of the Rural Letter Carriers Association and American Legion. He was a veteran of World War I. Survivors include a son, Alvin Lanning of Wapakoneta: and four daughters. Geneura Lanning of Wapakoneta, Mrs. John L. (Guinevere) Smith of Wilmington, Mrs. John W. (Vernita) Mould of Oxford and Mrs. William (Vernoleen) Elliott of Piqua. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery. Charles D. Siferd Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

LAPOINT, Mary LaPoint (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 6 Sept. 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Mary LaPoint, age 83, of St. Marys, OH died Sunday September 6, 2020 at her residence. She was born June 22, 1937 in Lockville, OH to Carl and Cleo (Hunter) Bayer. On April 14, 1956 she married David L. LaPoint, Sr., who died in 1990. She is survived by a son, David L. (Michelle) LaPoint, Jr. of St. Marys, OH; a daughter, Paula (Robert) Whyde of Dresden, OH; 2 grandchildren: Amber (Lee) Dotson and Brandon (Brooke) Whyde; 4 great-grandchildren: Bradlee Dotson, Xaine LaPoint, Gaige Dotson, Layne Dotson, and brother, James (Mary) Bayer of West Jefferson, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents Carl and Cleo Bayer; husband David L. LaPoint, Sr.; twin granddaughters Angela Dee and Andrea Lee LaPoint; 2 sisters Margaret Kilbarger; Jeanne Lumbert; 4 brothers Verlin Bayer; Paul Bayer; Robert Bayer; and Morris Bayer. She was a graduate of Canal Winchester, OH High School (Class of 1955). She was a long-time member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Celina, OH. Her favorite pastimes included spending time in the outdoors walking, hiking and gardening. Private family funeral services will be held, with burial to follow at the Resthaven Memory Gardens near Moulton, OH. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Miller Bros. Funeral Directors in St. Marys.

LARCK, Reba J. Larck (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 25 September 2017) Reba J. “Jean” Larck, age 79, of Wapakoneta, passed away Monday, September 25, 2017 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born on July 31, 1938 in Charleston, WV to Lawrence E. & Sarah “Sally” Thomas Williams, who have preceded her in death. Reba was married to Delmer Ray Larck, who passed away on May 2, 1975. Survivors include two children, Jeff Larck of Lima, and Kelly Larck of Cleveland; five grandchildren, Steven Larck, Sara & Eric Wisener, Victoria Larck, Tara Larck, and Brian Larck; 13 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Ruth Ann Harper of Scott Depot, WV, and Delores Thompson of North Ridgeville, OH. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Shelia Larck; grandson, Delmer Ray Wilson; and sister, Alice Deel. Jean was born and raised in West Virginia. There she also met and married Delmer. They moved to Cleveland, and eventually Wapakoneta for her career. She worked for over 45 years in the office of Agrana Fruits, Botkins. Jean was a member of the First English Lutheran Church, Wapakoneta. She enjoyed traveling with her sisters, shopping, and playing Bingo and cards. Jean will be remembered as the glue that held her family together. They were truly her treasure, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her greatest joy was making sure everyone was taken care of. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Funeral services will also be Friday, September 29, 2017 at the Good Shepherd Mortuary, 335 5th Avenue SW, South Charleston, WV. Burial will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans, WV. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to First English Lutheran Church, Wapakoneta.

LARCK, Sheila A. Larck (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 17, 2011) Sheila A. Larck, age 47, of St. Marys, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011. She was born on Jan. 2, 1964, in South Charleston, WV, the daughter of Delmar Ray and Reba (Williams) Larck, and her mother survives her. Her father preceded her in death. She is also survived by 1 daughter, Sara Larck; 1 son, Steven Larck; 1 sister, Kelly Larck; 1 brother, Jeff Larck; and 2 grandchildren, Kagan and Rhylon Larck. She was preceded in death by a son, Delmar Ray Wilson. Sheila was self-employed with her cleaning business and was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie 691. Funeral services will be Friday at the Victorian Worship Center, 13488 Cemetery Road, Wapakoneta. The family is being served by the Jennings Farley Funeral Home in West Liberty.

LARGER, Alfred M. Larger (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2169125) Alfred M. Larger age 89, of Minster, Ohio, died Thursday, April 18, 2019 at Versailles Health Care. He was born on May 5, 1929 in Fort Loramie to the late Edward & Mary (Sturwold) Larger. He married Marjorie C. Woehrmyer on April 12, 1950 in Minster, Ohio, and she survives in Minster. He is also survived by children: Bonnie & Gary McCourt, Waterville, Ohio, Sharon & Tim Ernst, Fort Loramie, Cindy & Dick Goubeaux, Russia, Rick & Cindy Larger, Fort Loramie, Kathy & Larry Vukovic, Tipp City, Scott & Kelly Larger, Jacksonville, FL, 15 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, in-laws Vera Woehrmyer, Minster, Tom & Irene Woehrmyer, Minster. He was preceded in death by siblings: Elmer & Hilda Larger, Herb & Eileen Larger, Aloy & Marcella Larger, Norbert & Lorena Larger, Hilda & Robert Glynn, in-law Mel Woehrmyer. Al was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster and Minster F.O.E. #1391. He retired from Minster Machine where he was able to see the world traveling for them. He was also a lifelong farmer and enjoyed being on the family farm surrounded by family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Augustine Church. Burial will follow in St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. In Lieu of Flowers the family requests donations be made to the Minster Area Life Squad.

LARGER, Carl E. Larger (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 June 2014) Carl E. Larger, age 83, of Wapakoneta, died Wednesday, June 25, 2014, at Wapakoneta Manor. He was born on March 8, 1931, in Shelby County to Andrew H. and Josephine (Seger) Larger, who preceded him in death. On Oct. 2, 1954, he married Helen G. Dapore, and she survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors also include 5 children, Kenneth (Patsy) Larger of London, KY; Judy Larger of Katy, TX; Carla Weeks of Salt Lake City, UT; Theresa (Tim) Brookman of New Knoxville and Ron (Stacey) Larger of Longwood, FL; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three sisters and a brother. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Schlosser Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society or to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

LARGER, Ralph Martin Larger (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 13 January 2017) Ralph Martin Larger, age 99 (three months shy of 100), Minster, passed away peacefully of natural causes Thursday, Jan. 12. 2017, at Elmwood Assisted Living in New Bremen. He spent his last days surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on April 1, 1917, in Fort Loramie to the late Frank and Rose (Cardo) Larger. On April 15, 1941, he married the late Wilma (Meyer) Larger at the St. Augustine Catholic Church in Minster. Wilma passed away on Feb. 5, 1981. Surviving are their four children: Bonnie (Werner) Schmiesing, Juliana (Richard) Weigandt, Larry (Anne) Larger and Barbara (Mark) Thieman all of Minster. Their son, Dale Larger, preceded him in death in 2000. Ralph was very proud of his surviving 14 grandchildren: Dawn and Dave Conrad of Minster; Todd and Julianne Weigandt of Minster; Dee Dee and Stan Bender of Troy; Drs. Tyra and Tim Meyer of Wapakoneta; Doug and Dr. Karla Larger of Minster; Rogell and Caray Schmiesing of Minster; Marc and Amy Larger of Minster; Chanda and Mike Echols of Wapakoneta; Wes and Cassie Thieman of Minster; Abigail and Doug Bardasian of Missouri; Ashley and Jason Niekamp of Centerville; Philip and Natalie Larger of Dublin; and John Larger and special friend, Larissa Tangeman of Columbus. Amanda (Mandi Weigandt) Wells passed away in 2011 and grandson-in-law Leighton Wells, Valparso. Ralph enjoyed watching his 39 great-grandchildren throughout the years: Brendon and Marissa Conrad; Savannah, Shania, Stone, Guy and Star Weigandt; Madyson, Ireland and Tag Bender; Tristan, Jori, Taryn and Preston Meyer; Katie, Anna, Grant and Gracie Larger; Bryce, Isaac, Mara, Connor and Kali Schmiesing; Jacob, Austin and Isaac Larger; Mackenzie, Taylor and Riley Echols; Willa and Britton Thieman; Lawson, Mayer and Hudson Bardasian; Paisley, Libby and Duke Niekamp; and Lucy Larger. Abigail Juliana (AJ) Wells passed away in 2011. He was preceded in his death by all six of his siblings: (Esther) and August Gaier Sr., (Betha) and Edison Maurer, (Clarence) and Ursula Larger, (Freda) and Elton Moeller, (Dorothy) and Raymond Geise and (Raymond) and Virginia Larger. A 1936 graduate of Fort Loramie High School, Ralph's athleticism shone in basketball, baseball and track earning many accolades. His baseball team won a state championship and he won a state title in the 100 yard dash in track. After his mother's early death at the age of 36, Ralph began hauling milk for a local company at the age of 14 to help support his family's finances. As an early entrepreneur, Ralph began his own milk can route business. Two years later, Ralph's brother Raymond joined him in business. They purchased their first bulk tank in 1951. They were the proud owners of Larger Brothers Milk Transport from 1936 - 2006. Ralph reluctantly retired at the age of 80. Throughout the years, Ralph loved spending time with his family, farming, being outdoors, fishing, playing cards, tossing horseshoes, watching the Cincinnati Reds and bowling well into his 90s. He was a member of the St. Augustine Catholic Church, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Boys' and Girls' Club of America and a Mason of the Antioch Shriners. Ralph donated time and money to many worthy causes during his life. His loyalty, compassion, generosity and integrity will never be forgotten by those who knew him and the countless people he helped when in need. He will be remembered as hard-working and loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather who never met a stranger. He enjoyed making up songs and retelling many stories of his life endeavors. One story included tossing a baseball to change the hands on the Fort Loramie Church clock. His ornery nature will truly be missed. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at the St. Augustine Catholic Church. Burial will follow in the St. Augustine Cemetery. Any monetary donations will be used to start a scholarship fund in his name. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster is handling the arrangements.

LARGER, Raymond E. Larger Sr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 5 July 2010) Raymond E. Larger Sr., age 91, of W. Main St., Fort Loramie, died of natural causes Friday afternoon, July 2, 2010, at the Dorothy Love Retirement Community in Sidney. He was born on May 25, 1919, in Fort Loramie, a son to the late Frank and Rose (Cardo) Larger. On April 3, 1948, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Dayton, he married Virginia (Baker) Larger; she survives. He is also survived by four children and their spouses, Raymond Larger of Cincinnati, Rose Marie (David) Aselage of Fort Loramie, Teresa Ann (Jeffrey) Borchers of Versailles, Mary Catherine (Jerome) Prueter of Fort Loramie; 10 grandchildren and their spouses, April (Kevin) Brandewie, Clint (Jillian) Aselage, Brandon Aselage, Holly Aselage, Jocelyn (Matthew) Hiestand, Danielle (Anthony) Barhorst, Amber (Nicholas) Schellhase, Zachary Borchers, Jessica (Scott) Eilerman, Derrick Prueter; seven great- grandchildren; a brother, Ralph Larger of Minster and a sister-in-law, Carolyn (H. James) Fillenwarth of Indianapolis. He was preceded in death by five siblings, Esther (August) Gaier Sr., Bertha (Edison) Maurer, Clarence (Ursula) Larger, Freda (Elton) Moeller, Dorothy (Raymond) Geise; and sisters-in-law, Wilma Larger, June Larger and Sr. Mary Carolyn Baker S. N. D. He attended St. Michael Catholic Church and had been a member of the Knights of St. John Commandery 300. He also served on the Fort Loramie Board of Education where he held the office of president for the last of three full terms served. He was a 1937 graduate of Fort Loramie High School. He retired from Larger Brothers Milk Transport where he had been co-owner and operator for 70 years. He was an avid Reds and sports fan. He enjoyed following his grandchildren's activities and sporting events. Years ago, Ray had also been an avid horseshoe player. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday at St. Michael Church in Fort Loramie. Interment will follow at St. Michael Cemetery. Gehret Funeral Home, 64 Elm St., Fort Loramie is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be made to Fort Loramie Rescue Squad or the Fort Loramie Education Foundation.

LARKIN, Catherine Larkin (Abstracted from the Lima News, Feb 4, 1941) ST. MARYS. Feb. 4, 1941 - Mrs. Catherine Larkin, age 64, widow of Martin M. Larkin who operated a shoe store here for many years, died Monday in her home, here following an illness of five years. Mrs. Larkin had operated the store since her husband died four years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Larkin moved to St. Marys from Ada 36 years ago. They had seven children, all of whom survive: Mary Catherine and Joseph, at home; Thomas and Martin, of St. Marys; William of Charlestown, SC; James, of Joliet, IL, and Edward of Lexington, KY. Mass will be celebrated for Mrs. Larkin in Holy Rosary Church here. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery.

LARKIN, Elizabeth E. Larkin (Abstracted from the Lima News, Nov 30, 1992) ST. MARYS - Elizabeth E. Larkin, age 89, died Sunday at Valley Nursing Home. St. Marys. She was born May 6, 1903, in Auglaize County, the daughter of August and Emma (Ladd) Shelby. On June 3. 1923 she married J. Thomas Larkin, who died Jan. 21, 1986. Mrs. Larkin was a homemaker. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and its Altar Rosary Society. Survivors include two daughters. Kathleen Klosterman of St. Marys and Mrs. Joe (Jane) Lersky of Celina; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Wilbur Shelby, Francis Shelby and Frederick Shelby; and three sisters, Lillian Moering, Leona Allen and Clara Greene. Mass of Christian Burial will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, St. Marys. Long and Folk Funeral Home, St. Marys is entrusted with the arrangements.

LARLHAM, Richard Larlham (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Richard Larlham, age 95, of 702 Columbia St., St. Marys, died Sept. 4, 2006, at Valley Nursing Home, St. Marys. He was born April 10, 1911, in Greenwood Lake, NY, to Richard and Della Rierson Larlham. On Nov. 21, 1937, he married Hattie Gadd, who died Feb. 28, 1996. Survivors are 2 sons, Charles (Laura), of Shelby Twp., MI, and Giles (Cassie), of Kent; 1 daughter, Lyndella (Burton) Andrews, of St. Marys; a foster son, Diego Marcos, of Quiche, Guatemala; 1 sister, Jean Franklin, of Greewood Lake, NY; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Deceased are three brothers, Jack, Bill and Oliver; and four sisters, Veola, Gwen, Evelyn and Priscilla. He was retired from Chicago Bridge and Iron Company, Chicago, where he was master welder, and worked at Standard Slag and Gravel, Mantua; and the Hattie Larlham Foundation, Mantua, where he was a fundraiser and business manager. He and his wife were missionaries in Guatemala. Services are Wednesday at Green's Funeral home, Mantua. Burial will follow on the Hattie Larlham Foundation Grounds, Mantua. Contributions can be made to the foundation.

LARSEN, Jeremiah Walter Larsen (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420991) Jeremiah Walter Larsen, age 28, of 628 Cron St. in Celina, passed away on July 3, 2011 after a Motor Cycle accident on Oregon Road. He was born on Nov. 23, 1982 in Coldwater, Ohio to Kenneth & Leslie (Staton) Partin of Howard, Ohio and Mary (Larsen) & Pat Browder of Celina, Ohio. Survivors include his son Gage Larsen of Mendon, daughter Aaliyah Larsen of Mendon, brothers Nathan & Beth Partin of Celina, Christopher Partin of Celina, Patrick Browder of Texas, sisters Nichole M. & Fred Mindach of Murphysboro, TN, Rebecca & Justin Ulrich of Nashville, TN, Asia L. Staton of Howard, OH, Serina Hawkins of Celina, Jammylee Hawkins of Coldwater, Kaitlyn Browder of Kansas City, KS, two step sisters Dawnie Corsi of Newark, Rosanna Hawkins of Mt. Vernon, 1 step brother Aramis Staton of Howard, Ohio, and step father Donald Hawkins of Celina. He graduated from Celina High School with the class of 2000. Funeral services will be Thursday July 7, 2011 at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina, Ohio. Burial will follow in Elm Grove Cemetery.

LARSON, Donna E. Eschmeyer Larson (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 11 March 2019) Donna E. Larson, age 80, of New Knoxville, died Monday, March 11, 2019, at Lima Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness. She was born August 6, 1938, in New Knoxville, the daughter of Richard and Mary (Howell) Eschmeyer, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her two sisters, Martha Eschmeyer and Twylah (Walter) Thomas. She is survived by one daughter, Lori (Norm) Draper of New Knoxville; by a sister, Ruth (Gene) Opperman of New Knoxville; by her nephew, Mark (Edie) Opperman; her niece, Michelle Niemeyer; by her great-nieces and nephews: Kyle Opperman; Alycia (Jon) Raterman; Kim Opperman; Taylor (Trent) Mullins; Anthony Opperman; Andrew Opperman. She is also survived by her great-great-nieces and nephew, Grace Mullins; Vince Raterman and Aubree Raterman. Donna graduated from New Knoxville High School, Class of 1956. She worked for several years at Ohio State Dental School in Columbus as a secretary. She then went on to pursue her dream of being a flight attendant. She retired from Delta Airlines in 1995 after more than 30 years of flying. She had the opportunity to meet President Lyndon Johnson, and Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. while serving at Delta. Her most amazing story from those years was an incident when the plane she was serving on was hijacked, and flown to Cuba. Donna was a talented pianist. She started playing as a child, and played only by ear. She moved back to her home of New Knoxville in 1995 to help care for her mother. She immediately became involved in activities in New Knoxville. She was elected to the New Knoxville Town Council and served 8 years, from 1996-2003. She represented the Village of New Knoxville on the Auglaize County Sesquicentennial Committee from 1997 through the celebration in 1998. Donna helped to establish the Southwestern Auglaize County Chamber of Commerce in 1998. She served as the Chamber’s Administrative Assistant from 1998-2008. She was a longtime member of the New Knoxville Garden Club. Funeral rites will be at the New Knoxville United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Evangelical Protestant Cemetery, New Knoxville. Vornholt-Miller Funeral Home, 200 West Spring Street, New Knoxville, is entrusted with Donna’s funeral arrangements.

LAURITZEN, Peter William Lauritzen (Abstracted from information received from Peggy Lauritzen, one of Elmer’s Genealogy friends) Peter William Lauritzen, age 30, of Kissimmee, FL died Monday, December 21, 2009 at Florida Celebration Hospital in Kissimmee, Osceola County, FL. Peter was born April 23, 1979 in Mansfield, Richland County, OH to Kerry Peter and Peggy Lynn (Clemens) Lauritzen, and was a graduate of Madison Comprehensive High School. His young life revolved around music. As a young boy of four years old, he listened as his mother practiced a song that would later be performed in church. After she left the room, she heard the same song being played exactly the way she played it. It was Peter, starting his love of music at the same age and in the same manner of playing by ear just like his mother had. As his musical skills developed, he was frequently requested to play for weddings, church services, talent competitions, and funerals. His gentle and expressive touch on the keyboards brought comfort and a sense of calm to those around him. "When you are in the service of your fellow beings, you are only in the service of your God" was a scripture that Peter lived his life by. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints (Mormon) since his birth, Peter learned to serve others at an early age. He loved being involved in the many service organizations that were offered at school. He was particularly active in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, and enjoyed setting goals and reaching them. Family and youth projects taught him to love and serve his fellow man as the Lord himself did, and not to serve for the praise or accolades that may or may not come. Many times, he gave up his lunch break at school to read to the special needs students, or to help out the teacher in any way he could. He did this for many years without family or friends even being aware of it until his graduation. Peter was especially fond of older people, and had a unique patience in walking with them, talking with them, helping them with anything they needed, and listening to them. One of the highlights of his life was serving two years in the Florida Fort Lauderdale Mission. This beloved son is survived by his parents, Kerry and Peggy Lauritzen of Mansfield; sister Harmony of Oregon; brothers Jordan (Melissa) of Washington Court House and Erik of Columbus; and nieces and nephews Jordan, Jr., Jayden, Justin, Angel and Benjamin. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; Orson and Shirley Lauritzen and Chester and Ida Clemens, who are welcoming him with open arms, along with other family members, friends, and the Lord Himself. All are invited to attend a memorial service at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1951 Middle- Bellville Road, Mansfield on January 16, 2010. The Neptune Society of Orlando, FL performed the cremation, and a private burial at Washington Village Cemetery, Little Washington, Richland County. OH, will allow the family to say goodbye to Peter "till we meet again". In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial contributions be made to "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints", c/o Bishop Matthew Parr, 1435 Brookpark Drive, Mansfield, OH 44906. Please designate the contribution to be made to "Fast Offerings"

LAUT, Lloyd J. Laut (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 2 September 2008) Lloyd J. Laut, age 105, formerly of New Bremen, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008, at the Otterbein of St. Marys. He was born on Dec. 16, 1902, in New Bremen, a son of Clarence and Luetta (Speckman) Laut. On Jan. 17, 1924, he married Esther Hoeper and she died on Feb. 23, 1993. He is survived by six grandchildren, Michael (Lisa) Wierwille of Encino, CA, John (Sandra) Wierwille of New Bremen, Kay (Mike) Pax of Coldwater, L. Douglas (Merrie) Conner of Portage, MI, Craig (Betsy) Conner of Cincinnati, and Kim (Greg) Pollard of Dayton; 15 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by two daughters Shirley Jane Werling and Joyce Ann Hauck; a grandson, Rick Wierwille; a brother, Arnold Laut; and two sisters, Jeannette Bertke and Lorraine Blanke. He graduated from New Bremen High School in 1920. In his early years he chose to learn the printing trade and worked for the Creamy Patron Printery, the Leader Printing Co., the Lima News, The New Bremen Sun and The Evening Leader. In 1936 he joined the American Budget Company, retiring in 1968 after being the President and Chairman of the Board. He was active in local government, having been elected mayor of New Bremen in 1954 and serving three consecutive two-year terms. He also was elected to the Board of Education of New Bremen Schools for two four year terms, being chairman the last four years. Mr. Laut was involved in many organizations throughout his life. He was a member and past Trustee and Secretary of St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. He was the first President of the Mercer/ Auglaize County Baseball League, New Bremen Business Manager and Officer of the Ohio/ Indiana Semi-Pro Baseball League, general business manager of the Western Ohio Semi-Pro Baseball League, one of the organizers and life time member of the New Bremen Rod and Gun Club and the Home Benefit Association of New Bremen. He was past president of the New Bremen Parent Teacher Association, a member of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Mason of Ohio and a 60 year pin recipient, Scottish Rite Valley of Dayton, Antioch Temple AAONMS of Dayton, Auglaize-Mercer Shrine Club, past trustee of the Mercer County BPOE Lodge 2170 Golf Association, New Bremen Historic Association Charter Member, German Township, Mausoleum Association Past President, and past president and treasurer of the Ohio consumer Loan Association. Mr. Laut was an avid golfer, fisherman and baseball fan. He was recognized by many people throughout the county. He received numerous honors and awards throughout his long life but he was most proud of receiving the Ohio Consumer Finance Association Lifetime Achievement Award, being the Bremenfest Grand marshal in 1982 and receiving the Auglaize County Outstanding Senior Citizen Award in 1999. He was loved, admired and respected. His endless stories filled all with history, laughter and lessons of life. Lloyd Laut will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be Thursday, at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen. Entombment will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.

LAUT, Rogene J. Laut (Abstracted from Obituary | Rogene Laut of Minster, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Rogene J. Laut, age 98, of Minster, Ohio died Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Ohio Dorothy Love Retirement Community, Sidney. She was born August 1, 1922 in Minster to the late Herman & Josephine (Frierott) Laut. She is survived by a sister-in- law Rachel Laut, Phoenix, AZ, two nieces several cousins. She a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. She was a Veteran Army Nurse of WWII and retired from Upper Valley Medical Center after 50 years of nursing. Following Rogene’s request, she was cremated and due to the COVID-19 pandemic a funeral mass and celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster has been entrusted with the arrangements.

LAUTH, Eugene E. Lauth (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – April 22, 2013) Eugene E. “Gene” Lauth, age 68, of Spencerville, died Saturday April 20, 2013, at Van Wert County Hospital Emergency Room, following a sudden illness. He was born on Aug. 15, 1944, in Spencerville, the son of Howard and Mary Jean (Freewalt) Lauth, who preceded him in death. Survivors include 1 daughter, Ashley (Michael) Johnson, of Spencerville; 2 granddaughters, Chevrolet and Carleigh Johnson; a former wife, Kay (Burden) Lauth, of Spencerville; and 1 brother, Everett (Phyllis) Lauth, of Mendon. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa Lynn Lauth. Gene retired in 2009 from Ohio Decorative Products, Spencerville, after 47 years of service. He was a member of the Spencerville Invincible Fire Dept. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and woodworking, but he most especially enjoyed taking care of and spending time with his granddaughters. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home, Spencerville. Burial is to follow in the Spencerville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to a memorial fund established for his granddaughters’ education.

LAUTH, Everett Dewain Lauth (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 23 May 2015) Everett Dewain Lauth, age 72, of Mendon, died at Grant Hospital in Columbus on Saturday, May 23rd. Born on October 26, 1942 in St. Marys, he was the son of the late Howard and Mary Jane (Freewalt) Lauth. Everett married Phyllis Hicks in May of 1984 and she survives in Mendon. Surviving children are: Todd (Marla) Lauth of Sidney, Cathy (Todd) Duff of Angola, IN, Karen Adams and George (Candes) Fetters, Sr., all of Celina; grandchildren: Caleb French, Coty French, Leslie Lauth, Kira and Nick Lauth, Kirk, Lauren and Taylor Duff, Jimmy Adams, Josh Adams, Kelsi, Alicen, Josie and George Fetters, Jr. and 1 great- grandchild, Blaze Adams. Preceding Everett in death was a son, Rodney Lauth and a brother, Eugene Lauth. Everett grew up in Monticello and attended Spencerville Schools. He had worked for many years at the Huffy Corporation in Celina. He was a welder, painter and metal finisher. He had also worked at Clark Equipment, Schuck Welding and the former Brodbeck's Supermarket. An avid fisherman, he was a member of the Spillway Bait Shop. Most days, Everett could be found fishing, tinkering in his garage, or tying flies with his best buddy, Mike. He also enjoyed gardening. Everett was considered "Grandpa" by all who knew him. W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon is handling the arrangements. Services will be Friday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the donor's choice.

LAUTH, Harold E. Lauth (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 17 November 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Harold E. Lauth, age 91, of New Knoxville, Ohio, died Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at the Cridersville Healthcare Center. He was born April 24, 1929, in Van Wert County, Ohio, the son of Walter and Mary (Counts) Lauth. He married Martha G. Heil on September 26, 1953; she preceded him in death on October 12, 2004. He is survived by his sons: David (Deb) Lauth of Saint Marys; Kurt Lauth of New Knoxville; Randy (Kay) Lauth of New Knoxville; Matthew (Anita) Lauth of Findlay, Ohio; by two brothers: Ron Lauth of Sebring, FL; Jim (Marilyn) Lauth of Saint Marys; a sister-in-law, Doris Lauth of Saint Marys; his grandchildren: Emily, Adam and Karlea; and by a step-grandson, Chad Reier. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; a daughter-in-law, Staci Lauth; by his siblings: Bob Lauth; Leona McPheron; Doris Tinnerman; Betty McClintock; Anna Axe; William Lauth; Emma Severt; Mary Lauth; and Jean Ann Coneby. Harold was a lifelong farmer and he retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys. He was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Saint Marys. He loved to work and farm, but he also enjoyed spending time with his large family, watching the Reds, traveling in his RV and hunting and fishing. Private family funeral rites will be held at Pilger Ruhe Cemetery, New Knoxville. Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, is entrusted with Harold’s funeral arrangements.

LAUTH, Mary M. Lauth (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 17 June 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Mary Lauth, age 60, of Saint Marys, died Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born November 21, 1959, in Saint Marys, the daughter of Bill and Doris (Schallenberg) Lauth. She is survived by her children: Eric (Britney) Lauth of Saint Marys; Sarah (Derick) Greenbaum of Saint Marys; Crystal (Ryan) McMartin of Sidney; Judah Chiles of Saint Marys; by five grandchildren: Bradlee Dotson; Kaitlyn Greenbaum; Caleb McMartin; Tyler McMartin; Cadence Chiles. She is survived by her former husband, Jerome Chiles. She is survived by her siblings: Bill (Amy) Lauth, Jr of Saint Marys; Doug Lauth of Sidney. She was preceded in death by her father, Bill Lauth. Mary loved shopping with her family, camping, working, and outdoor activities. She had worked for many years at the K-Mart store in Saint Marys, and more recently at Kroger. Funeral rites will be at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery.

LAUTH, Phyllis Lauth (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 18 April 2016) Phyllis Lauth, age 72, of Mendon, passed away Monday, April 18, 2016 at her daughter’s residence in Angola, IN. Born on December 12, 1943 in Langley, KY, she was a daughter of the late Charles Edward “Ed” and Naomi (Osborne) Hicks. She married Everett Dewaine Lauth in May of 1984 and he preceded her in death on May 23, 2015. Surviving are their children: Cathy (Todd) Duff of Angola, IN, Karen Adams of Celina, George Sr. (Candes) Fetters of Celina and Todd (Marla) Lauth of Sidney; 5 brothers and sisters: Wanda Mahaffey of Arkansas, Pauline Miller, Bonita (Eric) Welker, Eugene (Brenda) Hicks, June (Denny) Dorsten, all of Mendon; 1 sister-in-law, Shirley Hicks of St. Marys; 1 brother-in-law, Nick Brodnicki of Pittsburg, OH; grandchildren are: Kirk Duff, Lauren Duff, Taylor Duff, Jimmy & Josh Adams, Kelsi (Devin) Diedrich, Alicen (Christopher) Williams, Josie (Warner) Evans, George Fetters, Jr., Caleb (Logan) French, Coty French, Leslie Lauth, Kira & Nick Lauth and 2 great-grandchildren, Blaze Adams & Mackinlee Williams. Phyllis was preceded in death by five brothers & sisters: Mary Agnes Hicks, Dolores Derossett, Donnie Hicks, Vernon Hicks, Joy Brodnicki; 3 brothers-in-law: Talbie Derossett, Wayne Miller, Eugene Lauth, and a son, Rodney Lauth. A 1964 graduate of Mendon Union High School, Phyllis was a homemaker who enjoyed gardening. Phyllis was a loving mother, sister, grandmother and aunt who enjoyed spending time with her family. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 23 at the Mendon United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery. W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Mendon is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.

LAUTH, Roy W. Lauth (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 1 May 2020) Roy W. Lauth, age 82, of rural Spencerville passed away peacefully at his home Wednesday April 29, 2020 with his wife at his side, following a short illness. He was born Aug. 23, 1937 in Spencerville, a twin son of the late W. Raymond and Ruth G. May Lauth. On Nov. 17, 1978 he married Roxanne L. Sawmiller, who survives. Also surviving are his sister, Clara Smith of Fort Loramie; his twin brother, Raymond Lauth of Wapakoneta; and his half-brother, Richard Barnett of Lima. Preceding him in death are his in-laws: Floyd Smith, Sharon Lauth and Dorothy Barnett. Roy was a graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys and later Apollo JVS, earning his LPN degree. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1961 in Germany with the 3rd Infantry Division. He is a retired LPN Nurse. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing. His desire was to have his burial ceremony with his family present at the New Salem Cemetery, south of Monticello. Memorial contributions may be made to Grand Lake Hospice in St. Marys. Arrangements by Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville.

LAUTZENHEISER, Kathryn R. Lautzenheiser (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Kathryn R. Lautzenheiser, age 94, 7109 St. Rt. 118, Celina, died Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, at The Laurels of Shane Hill in Rockford. She was born July 13, 1915, in Ohio City, a daughter to Charles and Oval (Dull) Hoverman. On Sept. 11, 1936, she married Eldon L. Lautzenheiser, he preceded her in death March 3, 1983. She is survived by two sons, Max (Betty) Lautzenheiser of Atlanta, James Lautzenheiser of Celina; a daughter, Norma (Charles) Frederick of Fort Wayne, IN; a brother; two sisters; 5 grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers; two sisters. Funeral services are scheduled to be Thursday, at W. H. Dick and Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in the Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Mount Tabor Church Building Fund.

LAUTZENHEISER, Ruth A. Lautzenheiser (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 26 November 2017) Ruth A. Lautzenheiser, age 79, of Wapakoneta, passed away peacefully at her home Sunday, November 26, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was born December 15, 1937 in Lima, OH to Paul & Belle (Boop) Gardner who preceded her in death. Ruth leaves four loving children to cherish her memory; Steve (Mary) Lautzenheiser of Glendale, AZ, Dave (Sharon) Lautzenheiser of Wapakoneta, Rachel (Ed) Walter of San Diego, CA, Ken Lautzenheiser of Lima, three granddaughters Brittney Lea of San Diego, CA, Amy (Brad) Roop of New Knoxville, Ashley Lautzenheiser of Wapakoneta, two great-grandsons Owen and Logan Roop and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Lucille, Betty, Nadara and her brother Edward. “Ruthie” had been employed at Eagles #691 and later retired from Walmart of Wapakoneta. Per her wishes there will be no services held. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery, Lima. The family has entrusted Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services to handle the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Rita’s Hospice.

LAUX, Brittany Nicole Laux (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 6 October 2016) Brittany Nicole Laux, age 27, of Celina, died Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016, at home with her family by her side. She was born on March 6, 1989 in Coldwater to Theodore and Denise (Puthoff) Laux of Celina. Also surviving are her two sisters and brothers-in-law and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her grandparents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Burial will follow in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina. Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cheryl Ann programs 498 Mud Pike Celina, OH, 45822 of Community Health Professionals and Hospice, 816 Pro Drive, Celina OH, 45822.

LAUX, Gertrude Mary Laux (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 September 2010) Gertrude Mary Laux, age 89, Rockford, died Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, at Van Wert County Hospital, Van Wert. She was born Feb. 3, 1921, in Fordyce, NE, a daughter to Zeno and Mathilda (Schmidt) Suing. On July 29, 1944, she married John Lamont Laux, who preceded her in death Aug. 12, 2003. She is survived by her 5 sons, Ferdinand (Linda) Laux, Anchorage, AK, Duane (Lindy) Laux of McComb, Richard Laux of Mendon, Daniel Laux of Rockford, Charles (Becky) Laux of Elizabethtown, KY; 2 daughters, Arillia Ann Gilbreath of Rockford, Anna Marie (Don) McClain of Fort Wayne, IN; 3 brothers; 4 sisters; 22 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother and four sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at St. Teresa Catholic Church, Rockford. Burial will be held in Riverside Cemetery, Rockford. Ketcham-Ripley Funeral Home, Rockford is handling the arrangements. Rosary service will be Sunday at Ketcham-Ripley Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to Celina Area Visiting Nurses.

LAUX, James P. Laux (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2071514) James P. Laux, age 73, of Coldwater, died on Monday, February 12, 2018 at St. Rita’s in Lima. He was born June 7, 1944 in Mercer County to the late Herbert & Bernadette (Borger) Laux. He married Anita Tester on January 10, 1970 and she survives in Coldwater. He is survived by his daughters: Jennifer Beach of Greenville and Rebecca & Brian Evers of Chickasaw; son-in-law Joe Westgerdes & Tracy Evers-Westgerdes of Ft. Recovery; fifteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; siblings: Mary Adele & Tom Kunk of St. Henry, John Laux of St. Henry, Bob & Roberta Laux of Cold Spring, KY and in-laws: Lee & Joyce Tester of Wabash, IN, George & Bev Tester of Celina, Sue & Jerold Eichenauer of Celina, Robin & Ken Bornhorst of Troy and Chuck & Karen Tester of Celina. He was also preceded in death by a daughter Tracy Westgerdes; siblings, Margaret Laux, and Kathryn & Richard Clune. Jim was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, the Coldwater Knights of Columbus, Coldwater Eagles, Coldwater V.F.W. and Celina Moose. He was retired from Tom’s Installation in Celina. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and spending time with his grandkids. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, February 15, 2018 at Holy Trinity Church, Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements.

LAUX, Kenneth B. Laux (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Kenneth B. Laux, age 95, of Celina, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2014 at Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater. He was born November 26, 1918 in Trinity, IN to John A. and Cleopha (Buetle) Laux. Kenny married Marie Hole on October 6, 1951, and they recently celebrated their 62nd Wedding Anniversary. Marie survives, along with their 8 children: Randy (Denise) Laux, Ted (Denise) Laux, Jayne (Paul) Johnsman, Malissa (Rob) Homan, Nick (Myra) Laux, Todd (DeAnn) Laux, and Theresa (Chris) Wurster - all of Celina, and Laura (Dave) Emonin II, of Dayton, 24 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his brothers and sisters-in-law: Frank (Barb) Hole of Ft. Wayne, Dave (Deb) Hole and Ken Reid, all of Celina, Norman Tidwell of New Bremen, and Wanda Hole of St. Marys, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were 12 brothers & sisters and their spouses: Cyril (Toots) Laux, Harold Laux, Carl (Helen) Laux, Herb (Bernadette) Laux, Alphonse (Gladys) Laux, Paul (Ruth) Laux, Ruth (Clarence) Puthoff, Mary (Jim) Schuck, Vivian (Don) Reed, Inez (Fred) Uetrecht, Joann Laux and Margaret Laux, and brothers and sisters-in law: Robert Jr. "Bud" (Regina) Hole, Merrill (Jennie) Hole, Lloyd Hole, Dennis Hole, Althea (Gene) Staugler, Mary Alice Reid and Margie Tidwell. Kenny had attended Holy Trinity School in Coldwater, and at the age of 15 began working at the New Idea plant in Coldwater. He served his country during WWII with the U.S. Army in Europe, working in communications for the 738th Field Artillery of "General Patton's Third Army". He later worked at Pet Milk Company in Coldwater, where he retired after 42 years of service. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Parish in Celina. Kenny enjoyed hunting and fishing, and playing checkers and games. He played softball until he was 82, but had stopped base running at the age of 75. He loved to sing, and would often serenade his wife Marie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, January 23 at Immaculate Conception Church, Celina. Burial will be at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina, with graveside military rites to be performed by Celina American Legion Post #210 and VFW Post #5713. Memorial Contributions may be made to: The Immaculate Conception Endowment Fund or State of the Heart Hospice.

LAUX, Lavina Wagner Laux (Abstracted from Obituary | Lavina Laux of Coldwater, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Lavina Wagner Laux, age 93, of St. Anthony, died Friday, November 27, 2020 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. She was born April 24, 1927 in Trinity, IN to the late Clarence & Mary Ann (Remaklus) Wagner. She married Nicholas Laux and he died in 1980. She is survived by children, Dan & Kathy Laux of Lima, Nita & Gary Sudhoff, Sharon & Robin McAbee, Sue & Tim Kremer, Donna & Ken Fisher, all of Coldwater, Janice & Larry Muhlenkamp of Ft. Recovery, and Kathy & Gary Miller of Celina; a daughter- in-law Linda Laux of Coldwater; 23 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren. She is also preceded in death by a sons Michael Laux and Timothy Laux; her siblings and in-laws, Irvin & Adeline Wagner, Eulalia & Leonard Muhlenkamp, Herb & Bertha Wagner, Geraldine & Sylvester Miller, Howard Wagner & Mary Kriegel, Dorman & Edna Wagner, Joe & Esther Laux and Helen Wagner. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Coldwater, St. Ann’s Ladies sodality of the church and the Catholic Order of Foresters. She volunteered at Briarwood Village and was a communion distributor. Lavina enjoyed hand sewing blankets for her grandchildren and many other families. A Public Mass of Christian Burial following all CDC guidelines will be at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Anthony Cemetery, St. Anthony. Memorials may be made to State of the Heart Care or Briarwood Activity Fund. Arrangements by Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. Memorials

LAUX, Margaret C. Laux (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2001554) Margaret C. Laux, age 76, of Celina, died on August 27, 2017 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. She was born November 21, 1940 in St. Henry, OH to the late Herbert & Bernadette (Borger) Laux. She is survived by siblings: Mary Adele & Tom Kunk of St. Henry, John Laux of St. Henry, Jim & Anita Laux of Coldwater, and Bob & Roberta Laux of Cold Spring, KY, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Margaret is preceded in death by a sister Kathryn Clune, and a brother in-law Richard Clune. Margaret graduated from St. Henry High School, where she was the Valedictorian of the Class of 1958. She then went on and worked for The Daily Standard for over 50 years. Margaret loved to travel, as well as reading, watching movies, and doing ceramics. Funeral services for Margaret will be Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at Hogenkamp Funeral Home St. Henry. Memorials may be directed to The Briarwood Village Activity Fund.

LAUX, Marie A. Laux (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 16 May 2015) Marie A. Laux, age 83, of Celina, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2015, at Celina Manor Nursing Home. Born Feb. 18, 1932 in Mercer County, she was a daughter of the late Robert L. & Eva A. (Hill) Hole. Marie and Kenneth B. Laux were married on October 6, 1951, and he preceded her in death on January 19, 2014. Surviving are their 8 Children: Randy (Denise) Laux, Ted (Denise) Laux, Jayne (Paul) Johnsman, Malissa (Rob) Homan, Nick (Myra) Laux, Todd (DeAnn) Laux and Theresa (Chris) Wurster, all of Celina, and Laura (Dave) Emonin II, of Dayton; 24 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; 2 brothers: Frank (Barbara) Hole of Ft. Wayne, and Dave (Deb) Hole of Celina, 1 sister-in-law, Wanda Hole of St. Marys; 1 brother-in-law, Norman Tidwell of New Bremen, and numerous nieces & nephews. Preceding her in death were 7 brothers & sisters: Robert Jr. (Regina) Hole, Merrill (Jennie) Hole, Lloyd Hole, Dennis Hole, Althea (Gene) Staugler, Mary Alice (Ken) Reid and Margie Tidwell, and Kenny's brothers & sisters: Cyril (Toots) Laux, Harold Laux, Carl (Helen) Laux, Herb (Bernadette) Laux, Alphonse (Gladys) Laux, Paul (Ruth) Laux, Ruth (Clarence) Puthoff, Mary (Jim) Schuck, Vivian (Don) Reed, Inez (Fred) Uetrecht, Joann Laux and Margaret Laux. Marie was a homemaker and worked in food preparation at Pullman Bay Restaurant in Celina and other area restaurants. She was a 1950 Graduate of Celina High School, and a member of the Immaculate Conception Parish. Marie was very involved with her family, loved to cook and bake, and was known for her pies and sweet rolls. She also enjoyed gardening and canning. A Mass of Christian burial will be Wednesday, May 20, at Immaculate Conception Church, Celina with burial in Swamp College Cemetery, Celina. W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial Contributions may be made to The Immaculate Conception Endowment Fund or State of the Heart Hospice.

LAUX, Michael N. Laux (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421021) Michael N. Laux, age 64, of Coldwater, died peacefully and surrounded by his family at his home, Wednesday, September 24, 2014. He was born July 27, 1950 in Celina, to the late Nicholas Laux & Lavina (Wagner) Laux, who survives in Coldwater. He married Linda (Wendel) on November 14, 1970 in Bryant, IN and she survives in Coldwater. He is also survived by two daughters, Jill & Craig Jenkins and Lisa & Sean Stewart, both of Coldwater, five grandchildren, Erin, Alli and Alex Jenkins and Seth and Sarah Stewart, brothers and sisters, Dan & Kathy Laux of Lima, Nita & Gary Sudhoff, Sharon & Robin McAbee, Susan & Tim Kremer, Donna & Ken Fisher, all of Coldwater, Janice & Larry Muhlenkamp of Ft. Recovery, Kathy & Gary Miller and Tim Laux, both of Celina, parents-in-law, Bob & Virgie Wendel of Bryant, IN, in-laws, Jim & Carol Wendel , Jeff & Diane Wendel and Dennis Wendel, all of Bryant, IN and Dave & Carla Wendel of Ft. Recovery, and a special aunt, Helen Wagner of Coldwater. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater and a graduate of Coldwater High School and Ivy Tech, Ft. Wayne. Michael was employed at Coldwater Machine Company as a tool and die engineer/sales account manager and took great pride in his work. His greatest joy was providing for his family and seeing to their happiness. He enjoyed traveling to Florida with this family, watching the Cincinnati Reds, and rooting for the Ohio State Buckeyes and Jeff Gordon. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, September 29 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

LAUX, Timothy M. Laux (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1742688) Timothy M. Laux, age 48, of St. Anthony, died Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at Celina Manor. He was born January 17, 1968 in Coldwater, to the late Nicholas Laux & Lavina (Wagner) Laux, who survives in Coldwater. He is survived by siblings, Dan & Kathy Laux of Lima, Nita & Gary Sudhoff, Sharon & Robin McAbee, Sue & Tim Kremer, Donna & Ken Fisher, all of Coldwater, Janice & Larry Muhlenkamp of Ft. Recovery, and Kathy & Gary Miller of Celina; a sister-in-law Linda Laux of Coldwater. He is also preceded in death by a brother Michael Laux. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church, graduated from Marimor in Lima, worked for CA Employment in Celina and participated in the Special Olympics Program. Tim was a remarkable man with a contagious smile who thoroughly enjoyed life. He enjoyed listening to music, bowling, swimming, riding the tractor, and spending time with his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, February 8 at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will follow in St. Anthony Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or Cheryl Ann Programs.

LAWLER, Doris M. Sauerman Lawler (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 December 2014) Doris M (Sauerman) Lawler, age 93, businesswoman, philanthropist, community supporter, mother and friend, passed away Monday, Dec. 8, at the Kettering Medical Center. She was born in Dayton to the late Irvin H. and Marie (Hirsch) Sauerman. She attended The Ohio State University and graduated in 1942 with a degree in home economics. Her career started as the executive assistant manager of the restaurants at the Rike-Kulmer store in downtown Dayton. She also taught home economics in the Dayton area. In 1947 she married the late Ned E. Lawler and moved to St. Marys. She, along with her husband and mother-in-law Edith, grew Lawler's Flowers and Greenhouses into a well-respected business serving Western Ohio. She is survived by her brother, Ralph I. (Neva) Sauerman of Greenville and sons Ned J. (Kathy) Lawler of St. Marys; the Rev. Kevin J. (Patricia) Lawler of Kettering, and Bruce D. (Lisa) Lawler of Nantucket, MA; grandson Sean (Kataiy) Leibrock and great grandson Foster Jordan Leibrock. Doris is also survived by nephews Richard I. (Jodine) Sauerman and Ted E. (Lola) Sauerman both of Lewisburg. Her niece Christine L. (Charles) Smith resides in Clarksville, TN. In her business career, she was active in the Florist Transworld Delivery organization and the Ohio Florist Association, and served in several officer capacities in both organizations. Her ability to provide floral products that well represented her clients was a great source of pride for her. She would smile when she recalled that during her six decades in business she provided wedding flowers for brides, their daughters and granddaughters. It is hard to comprehend how many life events were enhanced by the flowers provided by Doris, the Lawler family, and their splendid employees. After the death of Edith Lawler in 1961, Doris was asked to fill her seat on the board of the St. Marys Community Library, and she continued that service for over 50 years to become the first Board Member Emeritus in 2013. In 1981, she was the moving force behind the plans to build the current library building and move it from the flood prone basement of the city building. In 2002, when the demand for library services required that the facility be expanded, she again was a part of that project. Her favorite part of the library is the local history room that she sponsored which is a depository for any information pertaining to the history of the St. Marys' area. For her passionate and lengthy service to the library she was awarded the Trustee Award of Achievement from the Ohio Library Council in 2005. Mrs. Lawler served on the board of the Joint Township Hospital Foundation and provided her expertise and donations for the betterment of the hospital. As a member of the St. Marys Soroptimist Club and the St. Marys Rotary Club, she served in several capacities. Doris was designated a Rotary International Foundation Paul Harris Fellow for her support. Her work with the Rotary Club also included being a founding member of the Rotary Literacy Committee which began in 1998. This group works with the schools to provide resources for students and teachers to promote reading proficiency. She was also a member of the Shakespeare Club for literary studies for over 50 years. She and Mr. Lawler strongly supported education and through the St. Marys Community Foundation they have provided an ongoing yearly scholarship for local graduates. She practiced her faith at the Zion Lutheran Church in St. Marys where she was elected the first woman president of the congregation. She was an active member of the Woman of the Church organization. Ensuring that the church was always beautifully decorated with flowers for special holiday services was one of her special missions. When the beautiful rustic Memorial Covered Bridge over the St. Marys River was completed to complement the Memorial Park it was decided to give a special award of "Builders of Bridges" to those individuals that were a significant part of the construction. The decision was then made to carry on the award and it was to be presented to citizens that had made a notable contribution to the betterment of the community. The award is sponsored by the St. Marys Chamber of Commerce and in 2003 Doris Lawler was designated as a "Builder of Bridges". Doris had a great love of travel and during her international adventures she had visited Australia, Russia, and most of the European countries. Always a staunch supporter of the Sister Cities program, she had hosted several visitors and traveled to Hokudan-cho, now part of Awaji City, with the St. Marys delegation. Doris Lawler's consistent approach to all her affairs was to do the right thing and do it right. Her energy and enthusiasm was contagious, and she was always a welcome addition to any organization. Throughout her life she reached out to help individuals and groups with worthy projects and would lend her time, talent, and funds to the situation at hand. Joy Johnson, former director of the St. Marys Public Library, remembers Mrs. Lawler's effect on the community. "Doris was exceptionally dedicated to all things St. Marys-her church, the library, Rotary, the public schools, local community organizations and businesses..and her enthusiasm for these never wavered as she got older. "When I was hired as library director in 1974, Doris had already served on the board for over 25 years and she remained on the Board throughout my tenure there and well into the directorship of Sue Pittman. "The amazing thing is that Doris stayed creative, forward looking, and progressive throughout all those years, never wavering in her willingness to try something new and innovative. "Her ideas remained those of a young, idealistic businesswoman and benefactor, even as she approached her 90th year. I don't think we will ever know all the good she did for the community or all the lives she touched during her own long life, but we have lost one of our best and brightest.” Funeral rites for Mrs. Lawler will be Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 W. High Street, St. Marys handled the arrangements.

LAWLER, Joseph P. Lawler Jr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 25 January 2017) Joseph P. "Joe" Lawler Jr., age 85, passed away Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, at St. Marys Living Center. Joe was born on Dec. 26, 1931, in Lima, to the late Joseph P. and Marie (Kohl) Lawler Sr. On Nov. 11, 1952, he married the love of his life, Shirley Lee (Yazel) Lawler, who preceded him in death on Nov. 24, 2001, after 49 wonderful years of marriage. He was blessed with 2 children, Kellee M. Lawler of Loveland and Timothy J. Lawler of Treasure Island, FL; 2 grandchildren, Luke T. Lawler of Lima and Lynsee M. Lawler of Bluffton; and a great-granddaughter, Kaylee M. Halker. He is preceded in death by a brother, John L. Lawler, and a sister, Pat Kerzee. Joe was a 1949 graduate of St. Rose Catholic High School and played on the 1948 state runner- up basketball team. After high school, he attended Bluffton College before entering the U.S. Army, proudly serving during the Korean War. He retired as a purchasing manager for Westinghouse and volunteered for 17 years in the St. Charles Grade School Cafeteria. Joe was a devoted family man and avid sports fan who knew no stranger and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 2200 W. Elm St., Lima, OH, 45805. Burial of cremated remains will follow in Gethsemani Cemetery. Chiles- Laman Funeral and Cremation Services, Shawnee Chapel handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Charles Catholic Grade School, 2175 W. Elm St., Lima, OH, 45805.

LAWLER, Ruth Lawler (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1723652) Ruth Lawler, age 89, of Painesville Twp., Ohio, died Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, where she had resided for almost two years. She was born March 24, 1926 in Marion, Ohio, to the late Francis & Olivia (Rohr) Lawler. She graduated from Mt. St. Joseph College, Cincinnati and was a registered nurse. She was responsible for starting the home dialysis program for the VA Hospital out of Cleveland. She is survived by a cousin, Trudy Maruna and family. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister. Private family services will be held at a later date with burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Marion, Ohio.

LAWRENCE, Nancy J. Lawrence (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – September 29, 2011) Nancy J. Lawrence, age 87, of Celina, died Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011, at Celina Manor. She was born on Aug. 24, 1924, in Ottawa, to Merle E. Blue and Quilla V. Trachsel, and they preceded her in death. On Oct. 15, 1944, she married James E. Lawrence, and he preceded her in death on March 1, 2006. She is survived by 1 son, Rob (Wendy Stallins) Lawrence of Warrensburg, MO; 4 daughters, Becky (Ted) Harter of Elkhart, IN, Rhonda (Chuck) Moeller of Celina, Gena (Terry) Germann of Fort Wayne, IN, and Rita (Tim) Clutter of Celina; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will be held in North Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Call Food Pantry or to Grand Lake Hospice.

LAWSON, Betty Jean Gilbert Lawson (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Betty Jean Gilbert Lawson, 50, of 06144 Ohio 127 South in Celina, OH died Wednesday May 7, 2008 at her residence, following an extended illness. She was born June 25, 1957 in St. Marys, OH to William F. & June E. (Chilcoat) Kiefer. She was first married to William Gilbert, who died in 2001. She later married Stephen D. Lawson, who survives. Other survivors include 1 step-son, Stephen Lawson of Celina, OH; 2 step-daughters, Nichole (Scott) Clark of Celina, OH; Christy (Rick Collins) of Wapakoneta, OH; 4 grandchildren; 1 brother, William Kiefer, Jr. of Mendon, OH; 4 sisters, Linda (Harry) Burd; Connie (Richard) Meinerding; Nancy (Donald) Brotherwood; Sandy Kiefer all of St. Marys, OH; and parents-in-law, Ed & Della Grumbling of Bellefontaine, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents William & June Kiefer; first husband, William Gilbert; brother, Robert Kiefer. She was a 1975 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys. Betty had worked in the dietary department at several area nursing homes. An avid bowler, she also enjoyed tending her flower garden. Services are scheduled Saturday May 10, 2008 at the Miller- Long & Folk Funeral Home (High Street Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery, in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to any hospice program.

LAWSON, Carolyn Lawson (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 23, 2014) Carolyn Lawson, age 57, of 1033 Hendricks Ave., St. Marys, died suddenly Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014, in the emergency department of Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. She was born on Jan. 7, 1957, in Jellico, TN, the daughter of Hewil and Evelyn (Orick) Teague. She married Stephen Lawson, and he died on Monday. She is survived by her parents, Hewil and Evelyn (Orick) Teague of St. Marys, by 1 son, Adam (Holly Tonkin) Cornett of St. Marys, by her stepchildren, Christy (Richard) Collins of St. Marys, Nicole Clark of Celina and Stephen Lawson of St. Marys; 1 brother, Robert (Kathy) Teague of New Bremen; and numerous grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sister, Merlyn Jean Teague. Her husband, Stephen, died suddenly two days after her death. Carolyn was a 1976 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School and was retired from the Huffy Manufacturing Company. Joint funeral rites for Carolyn and Stephen will be Monday at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys. Private family burial rites will be held.

LAWSON, Pamela J. Stoker Lawson (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 24 Sept. 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Pamela J. Lawson, age 64, of Celina, OH died unexpectedly Thursday September 24, 2020 at her residence. She was born December 15, 1955 in St. Marys, OH to Guy Eugene and Janet (Rupert) Stoker. Survivors include 2 daughters, Nicole (Michael Tuttle, Jr.) Clark of Celina, OH; Christy Collins of Wapakoneta, OH; 1 son, Stephen Lawson of Lima, OH; 10 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Becky (Larry) Meyer of Celina, OH; Teresa (Scott) Lirot of Bryan, OH; and 1 brother, Lloyd (Vickey) Stoker of Celina, OH. She was preceded in death by: father Guy Eugene Stoker and mother Janet Stoker-Sites; sister Brenda Manger; sister Renee Stoker; brother Michael stoker; sister Christine Gilliland; sister Sherry Caudill; sister Darlene Sites. She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family. Rites are scheduled at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road in St. Marys.

LAWSON, Shaun Lawson (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420704) Shaun Lawson, age 32, of 111½ N. Cherry St. in Celina, Ohio, passed away Sunday July 13, 2014 at his residence in Celina. He was born on Aug. 21, 1981 in St. Marys, Ohio to his mother Tina (Block) Howard of Celina and his father Ralph & Robin Lawson of Greenville. Also surviving is his son Preston Lawson of Celina, brothers & sister-in-law Austin Trombley of Montezuma, Cody & Chelsie Hodge of Neptune, Dustin Lawson, Kevin Howard Jr., Anthony Howard all of Celina, sisters Brandi & Justin Lawson- Younker of Coldwater, Chaise Lawson of Celina, Ashley Odell of Florida, step father Kevin Howard Sr. of Vass NC, grandparents Ralph & Katie Lawson of Georgia, Paula Howard of Monroe, MI, five nieces and six nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Edgar & Naomi Block, Earl Edward Howard and his brother David Brewer Jr. Shaun graduated from Celina High School in 2000 and he attended the University of Phoenix. He loved to play Corn Hole and was a big fan of the Cincinnati Reds baseball, Cincinnati Bengals Football and the Michigan Wolverines. Funeral services will be Friday July 18, 2014 at the Lehman- Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Swamp College Cemetery in Celina. In-Lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the Howard Family.

LAWSON, Stephen D. Lawson (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 23, 2014) Stephen D. Lawson, age 57, of 1033 Hendricks Ave., St. Marys, died unexpectedly Monday, Oct. 20, 2014, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. He was born on May 17, 1957, in Richmond, IN, the son of Phillip and Della (Anderson) Lawson. He married Carolyn Teague, and she died suddenly on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014. He is survived by his mother, Della (Ed) Grendlin of Bellefontaine, by his children, Christy (Richard) Collins of St. Marys, Nicole Clark of Celina, Stephen Lawson of St. Marys; 1 stepson, Adam (Holly Tonkin) Cornett of St. Marys, 1 brother, Shawn (Jody) Moffit, and 2 sisters, Pamela (Mike) Colby and Diane (Jan) Sponsler; his former wife, Theresa Bayman of St. Marys, his in-laws, Hewil and Evelyn Teague of St. Marys; and numerous grandchildren. Stephen was employed at St. Marys Foundry Company. Joint funeral rites for Stephen and Carolyn will be Monday at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys. Private family burial rites will be held.

LAYLAND, Maxine Layland (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 26 August 2009) Maxine Layland, age 86, of Wapakoneta, died Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, at Auglaize Acres. She was born Feb. 17, 1923, in Lima, a daughter of Lynn and Bertha (Kline) Henderson, who preceded her in death. On June 3, 1950, she married Floyd Layland, and he died June 12, 1990. She is survived by her three children, Robert Woods of Wapakoneta, William Woods of Martin, TN, Joi (Robert) Lamb of Chattanooga, TN; 7 grandchildren; and 11 greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister; five brothers. Graveside services be Thursday, at the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. There will be no public visitation. Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association. Arrangements are being handled by the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Wapakoneta.

LAYMAN, Janice A. Desch Layman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421443) Janice A. (Desch) Layman, age 72, of Coldwater Ohio, died Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, Ohio. She was born November 2, 1938 in Coldwater Ohio to the late Bartel and Anna (Meldrum) Desch. On February 7, 1959 she married Paul H. Layman in Coldwater, Ohio and he died February 25, 1996. Janice is survived by 3 sons, Lance & Sue Layman of Loveland, OH, Lane & Sally Layman of Mt. Airy, MD and Linc & Anna Layman of Dallas, TX, 7 grandchildren, 3 brothers David Desch and Tim Desch both of San Francisco, CA and Ted Desch of Atlantic City, NJ. She is preceded in death by two sisters Sandra Bergman and Natalie Mestemaker and two in-laws Ken Mestemaker and Edith Desch. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Coldwater and a longtime member of AA. Funeral Services will be Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater, Ohio. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater Ohio. Memorial may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice 230 W. Main St, Coldwater, OH 45828.

LAYMAN, James Michael Layman Sr. (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 30 January 2018) James M. Layman, Sr., age 70, of 6953 State Route 219, Celina, died Tuesday, January 30, 2018, comforted by his family, Putnam County Hospice, and the nurses at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born March 22, 1947, in Weirton, WV, the son of Frank and Mary (Pantel) Layman. He married Mary Lou Brindley on December 17, 1966, in Streetsboro, OH; she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his two sons: James (Laura) Layman, Jr. of Celina; Brandan Layman of Celina and by two grandchildren: Kelsey Layman and James Layman. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his siblings: Sheila Hitchcock; Frankie Swiger; Paulette Courtney; Sue Schoonmaker. Jim graduated from Follansbee High School. He was a veteran on the US Army, having served during the Vietnam War. He retired from the US Department of Agriculture where he served as a food inspector. He enjoyed fishing, boating and relaxing with his family. Private family memorial rites will be held. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, is entrusted with his arrangements.

LAYTON, Cleona Layton (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 September 2009) Cleona Layton, age 91, of Lima, died Thursday, Sept. 10, 2009, at Roselawn Manor in Spencerville. She was born July 24, 1918, in Auglaize County, a daughter to Archelaus and Irena Baker Martin, and both preceded her in death. On Aug. 24, 1969, she married Robert Dana Layton, who preceded her in death Feb. 17, 2005. She is survived by a sister, Mary (James) Carmean of St. Marys and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Norman Martin, John Martin, Peter Martin and Carl Martin; and three sisters, Kathryn McPheron, Ruth Dershem and Eunice Shock. She retired from Longmeier Printing and had been employed at the Gloria Drive-in Theater. She was a caring aunt and friend to her nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Monday, at the Bayliff and Son Funeral Home in Cridersville. Burial will follow in St. Matthew Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the activities fund at Roselawn Manor.

LAZIER, Raymond E. Lazier (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/raymond-lazier) Raymond E. Lazier, age 73, of Maplewood, died Thursday, May 30, 2019 at Upper Valley Medical Center. He was born June 15, 1945 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Andrew A. & Leatha M. (Easeley) Lazier. He married Brenda Varno on December 14, 1996 in Sidney and she survives in Maplewood. He is survived by daughters-in-laws Vicki Lazier, Ft. Wayne, Amber Sommer, Minster, grandsons Logan & Lucas Lazier, Minster, brother Paul & Holly Lazier, Troy, brothers-in-laws Donald Whitaker, Troy, Richard Benson, Indianapolis, sisters-in-laws Karen & Boxer Kinninger, Shawano, WI, & Doris & Steve Bales, Sidney. He was preceded in death by sons Brian Lazier, Brad Lazier, step-son Jeff McCullough, sisters, Saundra Lee Whitaker & Margo Faye Benson. Ray was a member of Connection Point Church of God, Sidney. He was an avid member of the Shelby County Liberty Group and Shelby County Deer Hunters. Funeral Services will be held at Connection Point Church of God. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project and Right to Life.

LEA, Theodore A. Lea (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 17 May 2014) Theodore A. “Ted” Lea, age 60, of Wapakoneta died Saturday May 17, 2014 at the Cleveland Clinic after a battle with cancer. He was born on January 27, 1954 in Fremont, OH to Harlan L. & Peggy (Yoh) Lea. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Largo, FL. On July 30, 1979, he married Terri L. Frey who survives in Waynesfield. He is survived by his three children, Tasha (Salman Mahboob) Lea of San Francisco, CA, Travis (Amber) Lea of Jacksonville, FL and Theodore Lea of Columbus, OH; a brother Timothy Lea of Wapakoneta; a sister Tamara Green of FL; 7 grandchildren, Kaleb, Aaron, Ethan and Ashton Lea, Haley Stemen and Layla and Zain Mahboob. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law Earl W. Frey. Ted was a 1972 graduate of Wapakoneta High School. He worked at Sohigro / Terra near Moulton for over 27 years and in 1999 he retired as plant manager. Ted then started his own business ForeverGreen & CleanPonds specializing in lawn and pond care. He was very dedicated to his business and especially enjoyed being outdoors, fishing and working in his shop. A private gathering to celebrate Ted's life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

LEACH, Carl J. Leach (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) The Reverend Carl J. Leach, 84, formerly of 103 Dieker Place, Saint Marys, went to be with the Lord on May 14, 2011. He passed away surrounded by family and friends. He was born March 6, 1927, in Salem, OH, the youngest of six siblings to Roy and Mary (Beck) Leach. He married Charmaine Russell on March 25, 1950, at Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys. She preceded him in death on December 31, 2006. Carl served in the US Coast Guard as an able Seaman, Pacific Fleet, during WWII. After his discharge, he attended Miami University of Ohio, graduating in 1951. Following graduation he was employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company and the Kroger Company. In 1962 Carl was called to the ministry and entered the Evangelical Lutheran Theological Seminary in Columbus, Ohio. During his time in seminary, he served internships as an assistant chaplain at the Ohio State Penitentiary, the Ben Franklin TB Hospital and Sunridge Convalescent Center. Following graduation in 1967, he accepted his first parish call from Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bryan, Ohio. While serving as pastor, he helped to grow the congregation and oversaw the funding and construction on a new church building. In 1974 he accepted a call to Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Ypsilanti, MI. At Emmanuel he served a large congregation in an urban environment that called upon him to establish outreach programs for people in need including a soup kitchen, clothes closet and a food pantry which continues to serve today. Pastor Leach also served on the Board of Lutheran Social Services of Michigan and was involved in capital campaigns to raise funds for the physical improvements of Evangelical Lutheran Church Colleges. In 1992 he retired from Emmanuel Lutheran Church and returned with Charmaine to her hometown of Saint Marys, OH. Although officially retired with the intention to enjoy his family and favorite pastimes of fishing, golfing and playing tennis, he could not resist responding to the Bishop’s call and for the next 10 years served six parishes in western Ohio as their interim pastor including St. Johns at Hopewell; Zion at Lima; Trinity at Moulton; Trinity at Elida; St. Paul at Coldwater and Peace at Lima. Carl is survived by 1 son Russell and daughter-in-law, Anna (Guy) Leach of Medina, OH; by 2 grandchildren: Caitlin Leach of Guyaquil, Ecuador; Andrea Leach of Medina; 1 brother, Dale Leach of Salem, OH; by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Charmaine; by 2 sons, Brian and Bruce Leach; by 3 brothers: Rolland, Charles and Donald Leach; by 1 sister, Dorothy Andrei. Funeral rites will be Sunday, May 22, 2011, at Zion Lutheran Church, 210 North Wayne Street, Saint Marys, Ohio. Private family burial rites will be held at the Elm Grove Cemetery in Saint Marys. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Seminary, 2199 East Main Street, Columbus, OH 43209 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 1815 West Market Street, Suite 301, Akron, OH 44313.

LEAR, Lance Lamar Lear (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 July 2020) Lance Lamar Lear, age 60, of New Bremen, died unexpectedly Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at his residence. He was born Dec. 7, 1959 in St. Marys to William and Kohneita (Jenkins) Lear. On July 10, 1993 in New Bremen, he married Debra Poppe, who survives. Also survived by: daughter Kayla (Andrew Hendricks) Lear of New Albany; mother Kohneita Lear of New Bremen; sister-in-law Carol (Andrew) Beckerman of Bennington, VT and brother-in-law David (Sheila) Poppe of New Bremen. Preceded in death by his father, William Lear. As a young man, he was proud to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America. He was a graduate of New Bremen High School, Class of 1978, and Bowling Green State University, Class of 1982, where he received his bachelor's degree in communications. He had worked as vice-president and operations manager for the former Lear Fire Equipment Co. in St. Marys. Under his leadership, the company grew to include several locations throughout northwestern Ohio. He was a lifetime member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen, a member of Eagles Lodge Aerie No. 767 in St. Marys and BPOE (past exalted ruler) in Sidney. He also held memberships in numerous Masonic bodies, including Order of DeMolay (state master Councilor 1980-81) Mercer Lodge F&AM No. 121 (past Master), Ancient and Accepted Order of the Scottish Rite, Royal Order of Scotland, AUG-Mer 32 degree Club, Ivanhoe Commandery No. 54 Knights Templar, Royal Select Masons of Ohio -- Grand Council (past illustrious master), Commandery Drill Team, Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of Ohio (past high priest) and the Order of Red Cross of Constantine (Holy Grail Conclave), Knights York Cross of Honor, 32nd degree Mason; AAOMS Antioch Temple Valley of Dayton. Lance was a devoted husband, father and son. A talented musician, he played the drums for several local bands. His favorite pastimes included taking vacations with his family, listening to rock and roll music and studying history and participating in lodge-related activities. Funeral rites and Celebration of Life services are scheduled at St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. Burial will follow at the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen. Arrangements by Miller - Long & Folk Funeral Home 314 W. High Street in St. Marys. Those attending the visitation or services are strongly encouraged to comply with recommended social distancing guidelines.

LECHLEITER, Mary Ann Lechleiter (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420796) Mary Ann Lechleiter, age 83, of Coldwater OH, died Sunday, April 17, 2011 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, Ohio. She was born June 10, 1927 in St. Rose OH to Julius and Sophia (Imwalle) Lechleiter. Mary Ann is survived by sisters-in-law Kathryn Lechleiter of Coldwater, Ohio and Mary Lechleiter of Wisconsin, four special nieces Deb Steinecker of Coldwater, Ohio, Terri Knapke of Maria Stein, Ohio, Shelli Kremer of St. Henry, Ohio and Julie Rose of St. Henry, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, Leroy, Linus, Roman & Leon Lechleiter. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, St. Ann's Rosary Altar Sodality of the church and Coldwater V.F.W. Auxiliary. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, OH. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home- Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorial may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice.

LECKLIDER, Ruth I. Deniston Lecklider (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 8 February 2011) Ruth I. (Deniston) Lecklider, age 91, of 1140 S. Knoxville Ave., St. Marys, died Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011, at the Golden Living Center in St. Marys. She was born on Jan. 17, 1920, in Spencerville, the daughter of Glenn and Marie (Sagar) Deniston, and they preceded her in death. On Feb. 9, 1940, she married Guy R. Kennedy, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 23, 1966. On June 29, 1968, she then married Bill K. Lecklider, and he preceded her in death on March 30, 1995. She is also survived by 1 son, Jim (Moria) Kennedy of Arkansas; 3 daughters, Cheryl (Keith) Hoch of North Carolina, Tarra Brummel of Texas, Linda (Rick) Gates of Celina; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and her sister-in-law, Carol Deniston of Westerville. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Hazel June and her brother, Richard Deniston. Ruth was a 1939 graduate of Spencerville High School. She was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church in St. Marys. During her life, she worked at Home Banking Company, Jerry's Leather Shop, Kmart and she was a secretary at Premium Auto Sales in Celina. A private celebration of Ruth's life will be held for the family at a later date. Burial will be at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cisco Funeral Home, St. Marys.

LECOMPTE, Howard R. LeCompte (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 5 February 2009) Howard R. LeCompte, age 61, of Celina, and formerly of Dayton, died Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009, at his residence, following a long illness. He was born Nov. 14, 1947, in Dayton, a son of Jacque H. and Lucille Myrtle (Dryden) LeCompte and they survive in Celina. On Oct. 20, 1973, he married his loving wife of 35 years, Patricia (Hax) and she survives in Celina. He is also survived by two sons, Shane LeCompte of Celina and Matthew (Tracy Heckler) LeCompte of Concord, NC; a grandson, Kyle LeCompte; a brother-in-law, Michael (Monica) Hax of Beavercreek. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Katherine Hogan in 1972. He was a 1966 graduate of Northmont High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served his country in the Vietnam War. He was employed by Dayton Press and retired after 25 years from the state of Ohio as a dredge captain for the St. Marys State Park. He was a member and past governor of the Celina Moose Lodge 1473, American Legion Post 210, a life member of the Mountain Top VFW Post 6557 of Pleasant Hill and the Southshore Sportsman Club. Funeral services will be Saturday, at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Mercer County Cancer Society for Pancreatic Cancer Research or to the State of the Heart Hospice and Home Health of Mercer County.

LECOMPTE, Jacque H. LeCompte (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 March 2010) Jacque H. LeCompte, age 86, 6051 Nagy Road, Celina, died Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at his residence. He was born Feb. 26, 1924 in Dayton, a son to the late Walter and Hazel (Bailey) LeCompte. On June 8, 1946, he married Lucille Myrtle Dryden; she survives in Celina. He is also survived by his daughter-in-law, Patricia LeCompte of Celina; two grandchildren; a great-grandson; a brother and a sister-in-law. He was preceded in death by his son, Howard LeCompte. He served his country in the U. S. Army during World War II as an amphibious engineer. Funeral services will be Monday at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery with military honors. American Legion Post 210 and VFW Post 5713 membership services will be held Sunday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Celina Area Visiting Nurses and Hospice.

LECOMPTE, Lucille Myrtle LeCompte (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 December 2010) Lucille Myrtle LeCompte, age 88, of 6051 Nagy Road, Celina, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, at her residence. She was born on Sept. 2, 1922, in Manchester, the daughter of Orville and Edna E. (Bradford) Dryden, and they preceded her in death. On June 8, 1946, she married Jacque H. LeCompte, and he preceded her in death on March 3, 2010. She is survived by her daughter-in-law; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters and her niece. She was also preceded in death by her son, Howard LeCompte; her five brothers; three sisters. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Community Health Professionals of Celina, 816 Pro Drive, Celina.

LEE, Marion J. Lee Jr. (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 28 December 2015) Marion J. “Bugsy” Lee Jr., age 68, of Waynesfield formerly of Lima, died Monday December 28, 2015 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born on February 27, 1947 in Lima, OH to Marion J. Lee Sr. & Betty Frances Green who preceded him in death. He was previously married to Julie (Root) Lee. Survivors also include 3 children; Nichole (Rob) Lemin of Columbus, James Lee of Lima, Blaine (Jessica) Lee of Waynesfield, 7 grandchildren Julie N. Lee, Jami M. Lee, Kyla Lemin, Jenna Lee, Blaici Lee, Jacob Lee, Sophia Lemin, a great-grandson Christian M. Gumm, a brother Kenneth D. Gruber II and a sister Jodie Lee. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers Fred Gruber, Mark T. Lee and Shawn M. Lee. Marion retired as an independent truck driver from Brookside Trucking. Per his wishes there will no visitation or services. Memorial contributions can be made to the family through the funeral home.

LEE, Marvin E. Lee (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 October 2010) Marvin E. Lee, age 83, of Wapakoneta, formerly of Toledo and Swanton, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born on Jan. 14, 1927, in Toledo, the son of Frank and Helen Schatz Lee. On June 21, 1947, he married Ruth Katherine Vohl, and she preceded him in death on June 24, 1966. He is survived by three children, James W. Lee of Toledo, Deb (Tom) Elsass of Wapakoneta, Lt. Col. Richard T. (Sue) Lee of Fort Leavenworth, KS; four grandchildren and a sister-in-law. He proudly served his country in the United States Army Air Corps. Funeral services will be Monday at Buckland United Church of Christ. Burial will follow at Buckland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Buckland United Church of Christ or a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements are being made by Bayliff and Son Funeral Home in Cridersville.

LEE, Mary Baker Lee (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 4 April 2015) Mary Baker Lee, age 71, died March 29, 2015 at Otterbein St. Marys, in St. Marys, OH. She was born April 16, 1943 in Oregon, OH, the daughter of Fred and Mary (Foster) Baker. In 1983, she married The Rev. Henry Lee, a Methodist Pastor for 35 years in the West Ohio Conference. Together, they enjoyed camping, traveling, golfing, bowling and visiting her sister’s family in Palm Coast, FL. She is survived by her husband, The Rev. Henry Lee of St. Marys, OH; 1 sister, Sally (Donald) Baker of Palm Coast, FL; 5 nephews; 3 grand-nephews; and 2 grand-niece. Mary graduated from Clay Henry High School where she was Salutatorian. From High School she attended Bowling Green University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1965. She taught in the Oregon School District, specifically Starr Elementary and Fassett Middle School in Oregon, OH until retiring in 1955. While there, she began a program for gifted students. She was a charter member of Delta Kappa Gamma in Oregon, OH. Private graveside services will be held at the family’s convenience.

LEE, Thelma O. Lee (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 October 2010) Thelma O. Lee, age 94, formerly of Spencerville, died Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, in the Wapakoneta Nursing Home where she had resided for several years, surrounded by her family. She was born on June 25, 1916, in Cridersville, a daughter of Arthur L. and Emma V. Winget South, and they preceded her in death. On Sept. 5, 1934, she married W. Dean Lee, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 17, 1980. She is survived by 8 children, Charles A. (Shirley) Lee of Wapakoneta, John K. Lee of St. Marys, Robert D. Lee of Jackson Center, Paul E. (Carolyn) Lee of Spencerville, Dorothy E. (Greg) Martin of Wapakoneta, Dennis L. Lee of Van Wert, Larry L. Lee of Wapakoneta, Walter L. Lee of Jackson Center; 19 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a sister and a brother. She was preceded in death by four children, James A. Lee, Thomas Lee, David Lee, Shirley Ann Lee; three grandchildren; two brothers; a sister and two in-laws. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial will follow in the Spencerville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Friends Church in Spencerville.

LEFELD, Bernard H. Lefeld (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1776726) Bernard H. Lefeld, age 91, of St. Henry, died on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at The Gardens at St. Henry. He was born on May 8, 1924 in St. Joe to the late George and Bernadine (Schmackers) Lefeld. On June 12, 1947 he married Agnes (Weitzel) Lefeld, and she passed October 20, 2009. He is survived by three children: Nick Lefeld, Lima, Vicky Lefeld, Sidney, and Chris & Valerie Lefeld, Spring Hill TN; five grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren; siblings: Agnes Pohlman, and Henry & Trudie Lefeld, and a sister in-law Mary Ann Lefeld. He is preceded in death by his siblings Joseph & Sally Lefeld, Alvina & William Stammen, Dorothy & Richard Kuess, Seraphim & Clarina Lefeld, Edward & Viola Lefeld, Bernie & Al Homan and Martin Lefeld. Deceased in- laws include Harold Seger, Joseph Buening, and Otto Pohlman. From 1947-1957 Ben ran milk route to Redkey IN for the former Pet Milk Co. in Coldwater. Ben then sold the milk route and became the owner and operator of Lefeld Pro-Hardware Store from 1959 until it closed in 1991, he then worked part-time for the St. Henry Tile Co for several years. Ben was a Navy Veteran of World War II and was a proud member of the St. Henry American Legion post 648, where he was a past commander of the post, as well as a member of the Coldwater VFW. He was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, the St. Henry Knights of Columbus, The St. Henry Commercial Club. In addition he was also a member of The Mercer County Elks, Coldwater Eagles, and was a past volunteer fire fighter for St. Henry. In his earlier years Ben loved to dance with his loving wife of 62 years. Ben also enjoyed golfing, hunting, and fishing, as well as playing cards and watching the Cincinnati Reds. Ben never knew a stranger. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, April 16, 2016 at St. Henry Catholic Church. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry has been entrusted with the services.

LEFELD, Henry J. Lefeld (Abstracted from Obituary | Henry "Hank" J. Lefeld of St. Henry, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Henry J. “Hank” Lefeld, age 94, of St. Henry, died Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater. He was born on Nov. 8, 1926 in St. Henry to the late George and Bernadine (Schmackers) Lefeld. On April 14, 1951 he married his wife of almost 70 years, Mary G. (Heckler) Lefeld, and she survives in Coldwater. Hank is also survived by children: Daniel & Cindy Lefeld, Rebecca Lefeld, Elaine & Richard Pax, Timothy & Elaine Lefeld, Mark & Theresa Lefeld, Janet & Steve Wendel, Luke & Lisa Lefeld, Patrick Lefeld, George & Bernice Lefeld, and Susan & Matthew Leddy. Also surviving are 25 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and four on the way, and a sister-in-law Mary Ann Lefeld. In addition to his parents, Hank is preceded in death by three of his daughters, Ann, Marietta, and Henrietta, and his siblings Joseph & Sally Lefeld, Alvina & William Stammen, Dorothy & Richard Kuess, Seraphim & Clarina Lefeld, Agnes & Otto Pohlman, Edward & Viola Lefeld, Bernie & Al Homan, Bernard & Agnes Lefeld, and Martin Lefeld. Hank was an active member of St. Henry Catholic Church, and the St. Henry Knights of Columbus. He was a Veteran of World in War II proudly serving his country Japan. He was a proud member of the St. Henry American Legion post 648 for 75 years. Hank was a former member of the St. Henry Volunteer Fire Department and was the founder of Lefeld Plumbing and Heating since 1955. He had a passion for sports, especially baseball. Hank played for the New York Yankees until he was called to serve his country in the war. He later helped to form many sports programs in St. Henry. In his more recent years Hank enjoyed fishing and visiting with customers that came to the plumbing shop. Mass of Christian Burial following all CDC guidelines will be at St. Henry Catholic Church. Burial with full military honors will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Arrangements by Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care, or Briarwood Village Activity Fund.

LEFELD, Marcella M. Lefeld (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421367) Marcella 'Sally' M. Lefeld, age 97, of Coldwater, Ohio, died on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, Ohio. She was born February 26, 1915 in Philothea, Ohio to the late Frank & Anna (Pleiman) Hemmelgarn. On September 5, 1936 she married Joseph H. Lefeld in Philothea, Ohio, and he died December 25, 1990. She is survived by 4 children, Jo Ann & Ron Catanzaro of Dayton, Stanley & Margie Lefeld of Coldwater, Linda & Don Lennartz of Ft. Recovery and Gary & Vickie Lefeld of Coldwater, a daughter-in-law, Therese Lefeld of Coldwater, 14 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, brothers and sisters-in- law, Agnes Pohlman of Versailles, and Bernie Homan, Ben Lefeld, Hank & Trudy Lefeld and Mary Ann Lefeld, all of St. Henry. She is preceded in death by two sons, Melvin Lefeld and David Lefeld, a brother, Ed & Josephine Hemmelgarn, brothers and sisters-in-law, Dorothy Kuess, Alvina & Bill Stammen, Ed & Viola Lefeld, Serf & Clarina Lefeld, Ot Pohlman, Agnes Lefeld, Al Homan and Martin Lefeld, and a great-grandchild. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, the Knights of St. John Auxiliary, Coldwater in which she was a Past President, the Coldwater Eagles Auxiliary in which she was a Past President, and St. Ann's Rosary Altar Sodality of the church. For many years she was a volunteer for the blood mobile and the Coldwater Community Picnic. She worked for Lefeld Welding & Steel Supplies and the former Jutte's IGA in Coldwater. She was a card player, bowler and active in aerobics. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, September 17, 2012 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, Ohio. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater, Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater has been entrusted with the services.

LEFELD, Paul J. Lefeld Jr. (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421448) Paul J. Lefeld Jr., age 56, of 1000 W. Vine St., Coldwater, Ohio, died Sunday, October 09, 2011 at Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater, Ohio. He was born January 26, 1955 in Coldwater, Ohio to Paul Lefeld Sr. and Rose Mary (Tangeman). His mother survives in Coldwater, Ohio. On August 04, 1984 he married Lisa (Moorman) in Coldwater, Ohio, and she survives in Coldwater. He is also survived by three children, Lindsey & Kody Highley of Sidney, OH and Kylie Lefeld and Kaci Lefeld, both of Coldwater, OH, 9 brothers and sisters, Jane & Jeff Snellenberger of Celina, OH, Judy & Jerry Marbaugh of Celina, OH, Sue & Jerry Myers of Wichita Falls, TX, Steve & Diane Lefeld, Mike & Marty Lefeld, Ken & Brenda Lefeld, Dan & Joan Lefeld, Carol & Steve Feltz, all of Coldwater, OH and Connie & Todd Troutwine of Arcanum, OH, his mother-in-law Rosemary Moorman of Coldwater, OH, and 5 brothers- and sisters-in-law, Diann & Joe Schneider of Coldwater, OH, Judy & Marce Nietfeld of Celina, OH, Jack & Pat Moorman of Coldwater, OH, Rick & Mary Moorman of Coldwater, OH and Sherri & Marv Siefring of St. Henry, OH. He is preceded in death by his father, a sister, Mary Rose Lefeld, and his father-in-law, Edgar Moorman. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, the Knights of Columbus, Coldwater Eagles, Celina Moose and a social member of the Coldwater V.F.W. He was a partner of Lefeld Implement where he was an IT Manager. He was also a farmer. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, Ohio. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater, Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be directed to Paul Lefeld Memorial Scholarship Fund at the Mercer County Civic Foundation.

LEFELD, Rose Mary Lefeld (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421134) Rose Mary Lefeld, age 87, of Coldwater, Ohio, died on Friday, February 22, 2013 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. She was born April 25, 1925 in Celina, Ohio, to the late Louis & Minnie (Eblen) Tangeman. On October 2, 1946 she married Paul Lefeld, Sr. and he died January 23, 1998. She is survived by nine children, Jane & Jeff Snellenberger of Celina, Judy & Jerry Marbaugh of Celina, Sue & Jerry Myers of Wichita Falls, TX, Steve & Diane Lefeld, Mike & Marty Lefeld, Ken & Brenda Lefeld, Dan & Joan Lefeld, Carol & Steve Feltz, all of Coldwater and Connie & Todd Troutwine of Arcanum, a daughter-in-law, Lisa Lefeld of Coldwater, 34 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, a brother, Don & Lou Tangeman of Coldwater and in-laws, Bob Archer of Celina, Kay Tangeman of Englewood, Wilma Lefeld of Coldwater, Shirley & Don Miller of Kentucky and John & Sharon Lefeld of North Carolina. She was also preceded in death by a son, Paul Lefeld Jr., a daughter, Mary Rose Lefeld, a great grandchild, a brother Gene Tangeman, a sister Annie Archer and a brother-in-law, Harold Lefeld. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at Holy Trinity Church, Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to the Paul Lefeld Memorial Scholarship Fund.

LEFELD, Wilma O. Lefeld (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421026) Wilma O. Lefeld, age 88, of Coldwater, died Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. She was born September 22, 1925 in St. Anthony, to the late Edward & Dora (Homan) Schmitt. She married Harold M. Lefeld on April 17, 1948, and he died August 1, 2006. She is survived by four children, Virginia & William Matre of Bellbrook, Charles Lefeld of Coldwater, James & Mary Lefeld of Mason and Mary Ann & Douglas Wilkins of Celina, seven grandchildren, ten great- grandchildren, and a brother, Ralph Schmitt of Florida. She was preceded in death by siblings, Sr. Norma, Lucille and Evan. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, and St. Ann's Ladies Sodality. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, September 8 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services.

LEFFEL, Juanita J. Leffel (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 25 August 2020) Juanita J. Leffel, age 87, passed away peacefully Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020 surrounded by her family. She was born Sept. 3, 1932, in Auglaize County near Buckland, the daughter of Dana and Mary (Bowersock) Richardson, both of whom preceded her in death. On Dec. 26, 1954, she married Morris E. Leffel, who died on Feb. 17, 2020. Surviving are two children: Lynn (Ted) Rupert of Wapakoneta and Neil (Cheryl Semer) Leffel of Lima; a son-in-law, Kel Welch of Wapakoneta; seven grandchildren: Tonia (Rich) Metz, Nicole (Brock) Douglas, Stephanie Hardison, Kylie (Eli) Acheson, Taylor (Josh Nagy) Rupert, K.C. (Jeana) Welch and Kendall Welch; 10 great-grandchildren: Danielle, Olivia, Jordan, Asiah, Christopher, Amyah, Demarkus, Addilyn, Parker and Nova; siblings Don (Wanda) Richardson, John (Carolyn) Richardson and Carol Andrews and brother-in-law Richard Sulc. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Marianne Welch; a sister, Cella Sulc; an infant brother and a brother-in-law, Charles Andrews. Juanita graduated from Wapakoneta High School and Bowling Green State University. She taught three years at East Elementary School in St. Marys, substituted for the years her children were young and then taught junior high math at the Blume School in Wapakoneta for many years. She finished her teaching career teaching 7th grade at Northridge School. After retiring, she began calling herself "The Spoon Lady" and told stories for schools, day cares, organizations, etc. for 10 years. She was active in the Buckland United Church of Christ, where she taught Sunday School and vacation Bible school for approximately fifty years. Throughout the years, she served in these capacities as well: moderator, elder and president of Women's Fellowship. Juanita was active in Home Extension and teacher organizations. Gardening, flowers and reading were her passions. Juanita adored her family, especially the little ones as she watched them grow. Funeral services will be at the New Knoxville United Methodist Church, 109 S. Main St., New Knoxville. Burial will be at Buckland Cemetery. The family has requested that those who might be concerned about contracting COVID stay in their cars and the family will greet them outside. Memorials may be directed to the Buckland United Church of Christ or New Knoxville United Methodist Church.

LEFFEL, Larry L. Leffel (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Larry L. Leffel, 70, of New Knoxville, died Thursday, April 25, 2013, at his residence. He was born October 25, 1942, the son of Walter and Violet (Truesdale) Leffel. He married Sharon Henkener on August 26, 1960 and she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his 3 children: Craig (Esther) Leffel of New Knoxville; Keith (Susan) Leffel of New Knoxville; Amy (Gregg) Weadock of New Knoxville; by his grandchildren: Zachary Leffel; Lucas Leffel; Rachel Leffel; Logan Leffel; Morgan Leffel; Alicia Weadock and Erica Weadock; 3 brothers: Morris (Juanita) Leffel of Wapakoneta; Joe Leffel of Saint Marys; Thomas (Ann) Leffel of New Knoxville; by 6 sisters: Quetora Stout of Findlay; Carolyn (Roger) Bambauer of New Knoxville; Marilyn (James) Lauth of Saint Marys; Linda (Ned) Niemeyer of New Knoxville; Sharon Kruse of New Knoxville; and Joyce Meyer Raterman of Botkins. He was preceded in death by his parents; by an infant daughter, Christine Leffel; 1 sister, Lila Leffel; by 4 brothers-in-law Kenneth Stout, Robert Lauth, Steven Kruse, Don Meyer and James Raterman. Larry was a 1960 graduate of New Knoxville High School. He was a farmer and had served as a Washington Twp Trustee for 25 years. Larry raised Hampshire hogs for many years. He and his wife, Sharon, were active in the Ohio Hampshire Association and over the years their family has made many friends through showing hogs at the county, state and national shows. In 1999, Larry and Sharon were inducted in the Ohio State Fair “Swine Hall of Fame”. He was a lifelong New Knoxville Ranger fan and also a fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes. He was a member of the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville, where he had served as a deacon and trustee. Funeral rites will be Monday, April 29, 2013, at the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville. Burial will follow at Pilger Ruhe Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to either the Youth Fund of the Church; Auglaize County Fair Swine Department or the New Knoxville Athletic Boosters.

LEFFEL, Morris E. Leffel (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 February 2020) Morris E. Leffel, age 88, of Wapakoneta, died Monday, Feb. 17, 2020, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. He was born on Oct. 8, 1931, the son of Walter and Violet (Truesdale) Leffel, who preceded him in death. On Dec. 26, 1954, he married Juanita J. Richardson, who survives. Also surviving are two children Lynn (Ted) Rupert of Wapakoneta and Neil (Cheryl Semer) Leffel of Lima; a son-in-law, Kel Welch of Wapakoneta; seven grandchildren Tonia (Rich) Metz, Nicole (Brock) Douglas, Stephanie Hardison, Kylie (Eli) Acheson, Taylor Rupert, K.C. (Jeana) Welch and Kendall Welch; 10 great-grandchildren and siblings, Joe Leffel of St. Marys, Tom (Ann) Leffel of New Knoxville, Carolyn Bambauer of New Knoxville, Marilyn (James) Lauth of St. Marys, Linda Niemeyer of New Knoxville, Sharon Kruse of New Knoxville and Joyce Meyer-Raterman of Botkins. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Marianne Welch; sisters, Quetora Stout and Lila Lauth; a brother, Larry (Sharon) Leffel and siblings-in-law Roger Bambauer, Ned Niemeyer, Steve Kruse, Don Meyer, Jim Raterman, Kenneth Stout and Robert Lauth. Morris was a carpenter with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, Local No. 372, and worked for Peterson Construction, Tuttle Construction, Stedke Construction and Stinebaugh Construction. He was a member of the Buckland United Church of Christ and the American Legion Post No. 444, New Knoxville. Morris was an OSU Buckeye fan. He never met a stranger and enjoyed gardening, mowing the yard and woodworking although, his real pride and joy were his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Morris served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Funeral services will be the Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, State Route 501. Burial will follow in the Buckland Cemetery, where military rites will be conducted by the New Knoxville Veterans. Memorials may be directed to the Buckland United Church of Christ or the American Legion Post 444.

LEFFEL, Olive E. Leffel (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 May 2009) Olive E. Leffel, age 95, of Wapakoneta, died Monday May 11, 2009, at Wapakoneta Manor. She was born July 25, 1913, in Buckland, a daughter of Jesse and Jennie (Bowersock) Whetstone, who preceded her in death. On Dec. 19, 1934, she married Floyd I. Leffel, and he preceded her in death Dec. 6, 1989. She is survived by a son, Kenneth E. (Carolyn) Leffel of Lima; a daughter, Jeannette Sue Leffel Swiger of Wapakoneta; grandchildren, Shelli Leffel (Jay) Tepe of Queen Creek, AZ, Kendra Leffel (Craig) Myers, Richmond, KY, Cindy Swiger (Randy) Hooker of Lima, Melinda Swiger Sudhoff of Wapakoneta; great- grandchildren, Connor and Taylor Tepe, McKenzi and Lucas Myers; Sgt. Jon Michael Schoolcraft (deceased) and his widow; Amber Schoolcraft, Plattsburgh, NY; Megan Schoolcraft, Traci, Kevin, and Melissa Adams; great-great-grandchildren, Alexis and Abigail McGovern, Nathan and Natalie Barrett, Kaylan and (4-day old) Kaylie Schoolcraft; and nieces, nephews, cousins from Wapakoneta, New Knoxville, St. Marys, New Bremen, Findlay and Spencerville. She was preceded in death by grandchildren, Richard and Diana Lynn Swiger, a twin brother, Ova W. Whetstone and a sister, Isabelle Place. Olive had organized and worked the lunchroom at Producers Stockyard, Wapakoneta, and everyone came in to enjoy her homemade chicken noodle soup. She was an active member of Salem United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta, and its church choir. She always had a smile on her face and a twinkle in her eyes when she greeted everyone. Olive was a hard worker not only taking care of her family but doing a great deal for friends and neighbors. She enjoyed motorcycling, camping and the Cincinnati Reds. Olive will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Buckland Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Salem United Methodist Church Parking Lot Project.

LEFFEL, Roger Dean Leffel (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Roger Dean Leffel, age 68, died at his residence on June 26, 2007 after fighting a courageous battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) for 6 years. Roger was born March 22, 1939 in Kossuth, OH, the son of Roy and Koneta (Place) Leffel; they preceded him in death. He married Rose Evelyn Pohlman, who survives at the residence and who gave him excellent care during his illness. He is also survived by sons Doug (Connie) Leffel, Greg (Joan) Leffel; daughters Michelle “Shelly” Leffel, Diane (Gary) Steinbrunner, all four of St. Marys, OH; 10 grandchildren: Emily, Elaine, Eric, Kyle and Karen Schaaf; Luke, Derek and Courtney Leffel; Brian and Cory Steinbrunner; and a sister, Fern Johns, of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents and three infant grandsons. He was educated in the St. Marys school system, first at Noble School and then a 1957 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. He was retired from the St. Marys Post Office after serving as a rural mailman for 17 years. He was a life-long farmer who enjoyed the farm. He was the Clerk of Noble Township for 36 years, on the Board of Directors for the start-up of the current Auglaize County Provico, and he greatly enjoyed the interactions with people that his work provided him. Roger liked to collect John Deere memorabilia, restoring antique tractors, doing carpentry, following Ohio sports teams, especially the Reds and the Browns. He was a devoted father and grandfather who loved to attend their activities. He was a faithful member of the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys, OH. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 29, 2007 at St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 201 N. Perry St., St. Marys, OH. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys, OH. Memorials may be directed to the St. Paul's UCC Endowment Fund, The St. Rita's Hospice, or the University of Michigan Department of Neurology.

LEFFLER, Donald H. Leffler (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420984) Donald H. Leffler, age 82, of Celina, Ohio passed away Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at Lima Memorial Hospital Lima, Ohio. He was born on February 9, 1929 in Celina, Ohio to the late Howard and Opal (Lechliter) Leffler. On Dec. 29, 1979 he married Carolyn Baucher, who lives in Celina. Also surviving are his children Carol Gorn of Bluffton, SC, Dean & Sue Leffler of Yorba Linda, CA, Pam & Ed Pitoniak of Hilton Head SC, Shari & Scott Shelby of Cincinnati, OH Mitchell Detrick of Celina, Douglas Detrick of Marietta, GA, 12 grandchildren 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife Dorothy Sheets. He graduated from Celina High School. He worked for his father at Howard Leffler and Son Construction. Owned and operated Lima Building Products until he retired in 2000. He was a Boy Scout Master for several years. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Celina, and a member and the Treasurer of the Mercer County Sportsmen’s Association. Funeral services will be Friday, August 19, 2011 at the First Presbyterian Church in Celina. Burial will be in North Grove Cemetery. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina has been entrusted with the services. Memorials contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church or Mercer Health Home Care.

LEFLER, Susan E. Boltz LeFler (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 5 July 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Susan E. LeFler, age 70, of Saint Marys, died Sunday, July 5, 2020, at Grande Lake Health Care Center. She was born May 19, 1950, in Celina, Ohio, the daughter of Harry and Elizabeth (Miller) Boltz. She is survived by her daughters: Heather (Joshua Hale) LeFler of Wapakoneta; Crystal LeFler of Missouri. She is survived by four grandchildren, and by one sister, Jane Boltz of Coldwater, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her siblings: Willam Boltz, Louis Boltz, Harry Boltz, Jr., Jean Ackley, Louise McDermitt; Mary Ann Brotherwood; and Esther Boltz. Susan loved spending time with her grandchildren. She liked to play BINGO, and she had worked at Tastee Treet in Saint Marys. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Saint Marys. Private family funeral rites will be held at a later date. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, is entrusted with her funeral arrangements.

LEHMAN, Bernard Lehman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 16 February 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Bernard “Bud” Lehman, age 90, of Saint Marys, died Monday, February 17, 2020, his 90th birthday, at Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community. He was born February 17, 1930, in Saint Marys, the son of Francis and Susie (Eshelman) Lehman. He married Beatrice E. Spees on September 3, 1950, at the United Church of Christ in Buckland, Ohio; she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his daughter: Lynda (James) Cooper of Saint Marys; by four grandchildren: Peter Gibson; Angela (Ritch) Phillips; Julia (Andrew) Hanson; Carla (Nathan) Carey. He is survived by his great-grandchildren: Elizabeth Gibson; Hannah Phillips; Leannah Phillips; Caitlin Hanson; Megan Hanson; Zoey Hanson; Emberlynn Carey; Deagland Carey; and Ira Carey. He is survived by a great-great-granddaughter, Olive Rose Sturdevant. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter: Cathy Gibson; a sister: Carol Whitehead; and a grandson, Wesley. Bud was a 1949 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He served in the Ohio National Guard, and retired after 42 years of service as a press operator at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys. He later worked at the Aug-Mer YMCA for ten years. He was a member of Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in Saint Marys, and enjoyed volunteering there. His hobbies included woodworking and crossword puzzles. Graveside funeral rites will be at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys is entrusted with the arrangements, Memorial gifts may be given to either the Children’s Ministry at Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in Saint Marys, or the American Heart Fund.

LEHMAN, Carolyn Sue Lehman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 2 November 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Sue Lehman, age 76, of Wapakoneta, Ohio, died Monday, November 2, 2020, at her residence. She was born July 23, 1944, in Celina, Ohio, the daughter of Karl and Doris (Lauth) Tinnerman. She married Jerry S. Lehman, Sr. on August 6, 1965; he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her children: Jerry (Cindy) Lehman, Jr. of Wapakoneta; Jeffrey (Jenny) Lehman of Dallas, TX; Jennifer Lehman of Wapakoneta and by seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her brother, Larry Tinnerman; and by an infant daughter, Kimberly Ann Lehman. Sue was a graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School She was a homemaker and a farm wife, and she drove a school bus for 28 years in New Knoxville. She had also worked many years as a home health worker at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. She was a member of the First Church of New Knoxville. Private family funeral rites will be at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial gifts may be given to Grand Lake Hospice.

LEHMAN, Daniel Judson Lehman (Abstracted from Obituary | Daniel Judson Lehman of Coldwater, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Daniel Judson Lehman, age 50, of Coldwater, died Thursday, March 4, 2021 at his home. He was born Sept. 11, 1970 in Celina to the late Daniel Judson Lehman Sr. and Mary (McCallister) Lehman of Ashburn, VA. He is also survived by a sister Kara (Charles) Norris of Ashburn, VA; nephews Benjamin & Samuel; and mother-in-law Melinda McDonough and was a beloved uncle to his family. He is preceded in death by his wife Kelley McDonough in 2018 and father-in-law Jack McDonough. Jud graduated from Celina High School in 1989 where he was active in music, drama, and the marching band. He graduated from Ohio University in 1993 in communication and journalism. He worked as a teacher in Wapakoneta, Van Wert and finally Coldwater where he taught Language Arts in middle school and broadcasting in high school. He was assistant band director, music and drama director for the middle school and high school and was the Cavalier Stadium announcer. A celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Coldwater Band Boosters which can be sent to the school or Celina Cares, LLC, 1912 Meadowview Celina, OH 45822.

LEHMAN, David L. Lehman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio 28 October 2020) David L. Lehman, age 67, of Minster, formerly of Celina, lost his battle with cancer on Monday, Oct. 26, 2020. He was born on May 1, 1953 in Celina, to Helen (Fetters) Thompson and the late David F Lehman. Surviving him is Sylvia (Otte) Lehman and their two children, Kyle (Jessica) Lehman of Celina and Shannon (John Pachuta) Lehman of Broadview Heights; his daughter Lisa (Jeff) Etgen of Wapakoneta; five grandchildren, Sydney Lehman, Corbin Lehman and Bryer Lehman, all of Celina, Ashlie Cox of Cincinnati and Alyssa Cox of Wapakoneta, his mother Helen (Art) Thompson; sister Judy (Greg) Thomas and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father David F Lehman, brothers Ron Lehman and Jack Lehman. Retired in 2012, David enjoyed spending his time with his children and grandchildren. An avid sports fan, David enjoyed watching his grandchildren compete in soccer, softball, football and baseball. When not watching his grandchildren play, he enjoyed cheering on the Ohio State Buckeyes, the Dallas Cowboys and spending additional free time fishing and talking sports with friends, family and neighbors. A Memorial Mass will be at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 48 N. Hanover St, Minster. A Celebration of Life will follow at the Celina American Legion, 2510 St. Rt. 703, Celina. Arrangements are in the care of Cromes-Edwards Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or a charity of the donor's choice in David's honor.

LEHMAN, Lucille E. Lehman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Lucille E. Lehman, age 97, of 216 N. Buckeye Street, St.Marys, OH died June 17, 2011 at the St. Marys Living Center in St. Marys, OH. She was born on February 18, 1914 in Mansfield, OH, the daughter of Gail and Gertrude (Cunningham) Van Tilbrough. On August 31, 1934 she married Daniel Dale Lehman, who died on July 27, 1986. She is survived by 2 daughter, Linda Mallory of St. Marys, OH; Judy (Wayne) Wilson of Largo, FL; 6 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Lavida Grimm of Celina, OH. She was deceased by her parents; husband; son-in-law, Larry Mallory; and her sister, LaVonda (Bonnie) Lehman. She was a 1932 graduate of Portsmouth, OH High School. A farm wife, she had worked as an inspector in the DWG Cigar Factory in St. Marys, and as a floor supervisor for the former G. C. Murphy Company in downtown St. Marys. She was an accomplished seamstress and did alterations for others. She was a member of the Women’s Garden Club, St.Marys All Hobbies Club, and served as an advisor for the Noble Workers 4-H Club. Her favorite pastimes included solving crossword puzzles, playing scrabble and dominos, and traveling. She dearly loved and enjoyed spending time with her family. Funeral services for Mrs. Lehman will be Saturday, June 25, 2011 at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home 314 W. High Street in St. Marys, OH. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Grand Lake Hospice.

LEHMAN, Mary Lou Lehman (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 24 May 2018) Mary Lou Lehman, age 77, former resident of Rockford, passed away Thursday, May 24, 2018 at her residence in Medway. She was born April 8, 1941 in Rockford to Clarence A. & Dorothy A. (Dawson) Emerson, who are both deceased. Mary Lou and David F. Lehman were married Dec. 28, 1976, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 25, 2006. She leaves behind her three sons, Jerry L. (Judy) Lehman of Medway, OH, Terry Lynn Sites of Lima and Farron James Sites of Van Wert and her grandchildren, Shyann Lehman of Decatur, IN, Shannon Lehman of Medway and Dakota Lehman of Decatur, IN, Jessica and Dylan Hoover and Jarrett Burke, all of Medway. Surviving great-grandchildren are: Arabella L. Longsworth of Decatur, IN and Carter T. Hoover and Kelly J. Hoover of Medway. Surviving sisters are Gloria & Fred Vann, Helen Louise & Stanley Baker, Suzanne Ilene & Arthur Christie and Betty Elizabeth ( and the late Larry) Houser, all of Rockford, and many nieces and nephews. Mary Lou was preceded in death by brothers, Norman Emerson and James Emerson and an infant brother, William Emerson. A graduate of Rockford High School, Mary Lou was employed at the former Huffy Corporation in Celina and at Ficosa in Berne, IN. As a child, she attended the Nazarene Church in Rockford and was of the Protestant faith. Mary was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Celina VFW Post #5713. Mary Lou loved all animals and enjoyed gardening. She loved spending time with her family and will be greatly missed. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, May 30, at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina, Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Rockford. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family to be used for Mary Lou's favorite causes.

LEHMKUHL, Robert L. Lehmkuhl (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 8 December 2014) Robert L. Lehmkuhl, age 91, of 7161 Ohio 119 Anna, died on Friday Dec. 5, 2014, at Fair Haven Shelby County Home. He was born on July 16, 1923, in Minster to the late Harry and Cecelia (Daniel) Lehmkuhl. He married Sylvia Thaman on May 5, 1951, at Holy Angels Catholic Church, Sidney. She survives in Anna. He is also survived by a son, daughter-in-law William J. and Carol Lehmkuhl of Minster, grandchildren William B., Kaitlyn, Amanda and Rebecca and step grandchildren Mandy and Tim Fast, Lisa and Dan Burroughs and Brittany Adams. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters Mary Lou Sweida of San Pedro, CA; Alfred and Ann Lehmkuhl of Bellevue, his sister Ann Catherine Lehmkuhl C.PP.S., Dayton and his in-laws James and Barb Thaman of Anchorage, Alaska, Carol Thaman of Joplin, MO, Mary Thaman of Bryan. He was preceded in death by a brother Lester Lehmkuhl and in-laws Laverne Sweida, Luke Thaman, Germaine, Andrew Poeppelman and Thomas Thaman. Bob was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. He was a graduate of Minster High School in 1941 and received a Bachelor’s of Science Degree from the College of Agriculture, OSU in 1944. He was a Veteran of the US Army during WWII. Bob was also a life member of the Minster VFW Post 6342 and a member of the Minster American Legion Post 0387. He was a member of the Minster K of C Council 2158, Minster F.O. E. 1391, Lake Loramie Improvement Association, Minster Civic Association, where he was Citizen of the Year in 2011. He was also a member of the Shelby County Farm Bureau Council 39 and a founding member of the Loramie Watershed Association. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. Burial with full military honors by the Minster Firing Squad will take place in St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wilson Hospice and Minster High School Scholarship Fund.

LEININGER, Charles William Leininger (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jan 6, 1949) Charles William Leininger, age 77, Route 1, Jackson Center, died Wednesday in Memorial hospital where he had been a patient since Dec. 19. He had been ill six weeks. He was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church near Jackson Center. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Emma Hodge, Jackson Center; a brother George, Route 1, Jackson center; a niece who resided with him, Mrs. Faren Shaffer, and several other nieces and nephews. Three brothers and four sisters are dead. The body will remain at the Van Horn funeral home in Jackson Center for services and burial will be in St. Mark's Church Cemetery.

LEININGER, Joseph Leininger (Abstracted from the Lima News, June 15, 1936) Wapakoneta, June 15, 1936 - An extended illness ended in death Sunday night of Joseph Leininger, age 85, of Fryburg, near here. A retired farmer, the deceased was born, Oct. 8, 1850 in Auglaize County, the son of Philip and Elizabeth Stable Leininger. He was a lifelong resident of this county. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Mary Powell at the family home, and Mrs. Catherine Sellers, of Bridgsdale, CA. Funeral to be at Fryburg, with burial in Fryburg.

LEININGER, Noel C. Leininger (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420975) Noel C. "Charlie" Leininger, age 78, of 1136 Kensington Lane in Celina and formerly of 6750 Wabash Road in Wabash, passed away Sunday Oct. 9, 2011 at the Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, Ohio. He was born on Aug. 21, 1933 in Adams County, IN to the late Ott & Emma (Smith) Leininger. On June 5, 1992 he married Sally Rines, who lives in Celina. Also surviving are his children Mark & Jeanette Leininger of Celina, Linda & Jon Vondenhuevel of Celina, Randy & Selena Bost of Pennville, IN, Tim & Pat Bost, Portland, IN, John & Sandy Bost Pennville, IN, Adam & Sheri Bost of Portland; 17 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren and his brothers-in-law Dick & Jean Rines of Portland, Curt & Mary Rines of Ridgeville. He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife Cora (VanTilburg) Leininger and brother-in-law Clyde Lewis & Jane Rines. Charlie graduated from Celina Senior High School in 1952 and Repert School of Auctioneering in 1955. He was a member of the St. John's Lutheran Church in Celina. He was a 4-H Leader and Advisor for 20 years. He owned and operated Noel C. Leininger Auctioneer business in Wabash, Ohio and was a school bus driver for Celina City School and retired in 1970. He raised Pure Bread Duroc Hogs. Active Sponsor and Exhibitor of Antique Tractor's at the Mercer County Fair. He was the sexton for Wabash Cemetery, Macedon Cemetery, Sate Line Cemetery, Live Oaks Cemetery and St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery. Funeral services will be Thursday Oct. 13, 2011 at the St. John's Lutheran Church in Celina. Burial will follow in Swamp College Cemetery in Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home has been entrusted with the services. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John's Building Fund.

LEISS, Dorothy A. Leiss (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 8 May 2017) Dorothy A. Leiss, age 89, of New Bremen, died Thursday, May 4, 2017, at the St. Marys Living Center, St. Marys. She was born on July 3, 1927, in Minster to the late Lewis C. and Mary L. (Ronan) Ahrns. On Sept. 23, 1952, she married Norman F. Leiss, and he died on Sept. 27, 1999. Surviving are her daughters: Deborah (Wayne) Pittman of Grover, NC, Vickie Leiss of Sidney, Cynthia Leiss of Celina and Keila Leiss of New Bremen. Also surviving are five grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Along with her husband and her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by two grandchildren, and her siblings, Lois Wagner, Virginia McConnell, Bud Ahrns, William Ahrns, David Ahrns and Tommy Ahrns. Dorothy was a faithful and active member of the Church of the Holy Redeemer of New Bremen for many years. She was involved with Radio Maria, she was a Eucharistic minister to the area hospitals for many years and was deeply devoted to the adoration. Dorothy liked to help people. She loved to interact with small children and enjoyed animals of all kinds. She enjoyed taking trips to the Our Lady of Consolation Basilica in Carey and enjoyed sightseeing in the countryside. For 22 years, she worked at the Copeland Corp. of Sidney, where she had been a spot welder for many years before her retirement in 1989. A Mass of Christian burial will be Wednesday at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. Interment will follow in the Pearl Cemetery near Sidney. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions in memory of Dorothy can be made to the Cancer Association of Auglaize County.

LEISTENSCHNEIDER, Barbara Leistenschneider (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/barbara-leistenschneider) Barbara Leistenschneider, age 85, of St. Henry, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. She was born September 29, 1934 in Celina, to the late Clarence & Helen (Reiss) Stachler. On October 5, 1957 at St. Rose Catholic Church she married James Leistenschneider and he died February 25, 2009. Barb is survived by children: Dale & June Leistenschneider of St. Henry, Debra Paul of Powell, and Diane & Jeff Lange of St. Henry. She is also survived by grandchildren: Doug & Ashley Leistenschneider, Dean & Stephanie Leistenschneider , Jay & Jocelyn Leistenschneider , Stephanie Paul, Ryan Paul, Jacqualyn & Jared Thobe, and Jenna & Mitch Muhlenkamp, 11 great grandchildren, a brother-in-law William McMillan of Dayton, and numerous nieces and nephews. Barb was preceded in death by siblings and in-laws, Richard & Rita Stachler, Dorothy & Elmer Schmiesing, and Lois McMillan. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry. She was a member of the Ft. Recovery Legion Auxilary, and the St. Marys Tri-Squares. She was hard working farmer’s wife, mother, and homemaker. Barb enjoyed Bingo and running errands to help her family. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Henry E.M.S.

LEISURE, Robert M. Leisure (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421151) Robert M. Leisure, age 80, of Celina, Ohio, died on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at his home. He was born April 29, 1932 in Elwood, IN to the late John & Beulah Leisure. He is survived by children, Robert Leisure Jr., Sheila Leisure of California, Belinda Leisure & Stan Wenninger of California, Dean Leisure & Paula Jones of Scott, Ohio, his former wife Faye & Ken Harvey of Union, step children Chris & Rebecca Timpone of Centerville and Jeanine & Jim Churchill of Middletown, 9 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and a sister Shirley Kelly. He is preceded in death by two brothers, Howard Leisure and Truman Leisure. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Korean War. Funeral Services will be Sunday, January 6, 2012 at Verona United Methodist Church, Verona, Ohio.

LELAND, Nancy L. Hodges Leland (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2168149) Nancy L. (Hodges) Leland, age 85, of Coldwater, Ohio, died on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at Brookdale Senior Living in Greenville. She was born January 29, 1934 in Riverside, CA to the late Carlton & Marie (Gnehm) Hodges. She married W. Dean Leland on July 16, 1954 and he died on April 10, 2010. She is survived by three sons: Craig & Susan Leland of Greenville, Ohio, Mark & Sharon Leland of La Quinta, CA and Brian Leland and partner Bob Ulreich of Dayton, Ohio; eight grandchildren: Chast & Amanda Whalen, Megan Leland-Prichard & husband Ricky, Angela & John Hayden, Adam Leland, Elizabeth & Craig Martin, Wesley Leland, Kevin & Kristen Leland and Ashley & James Thompson; 8 great-grandchildren; and sister Shirley Sinclair. She was preceded in death by sister and in-law, Carlene & Rush Brown. She retired from the former Don’s Flowers and Gifts in Coldwater and was an avid homemaker. She was a frequent volunteer at the Mercer County Hospital and various American Red Cross blood drives. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, she was very artistic and enjoyed painting ceramic nativity scenes and quilting wonderful gifts for her family. Funeral Services will be at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater. Contributions may be made to the State of the Heart Care and the Alzheimer’s Association.

LEMKE, Christopher E. Lemke (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 15 December 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Christopher E. Lemke, age 47, of Anna, OH (formerly of St. Marys), died unexpectedly Sunday December 15, 2019 at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born January 7, 1972 in St. Marys, OH to Paul and Elizabeth (Adams) Lemke. On February 8, 1991 in Wapakoneta, OH he married Angela D. Robbins, who survives. Also survived by a son Christopher A. Lemke of Anna, OH; 2 sisters Anne (Rob) Brincefield of Wapakoneta, OH; Mary Howe of Lima, OH; his parents-in-law Michael and Patricia Robbins of Ft. Loramie, OH; a sister-in-law Amy (Aaron) Brock of St. Marys, OH and nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Paula and Elizabeth Lemke; and a brother Marvin Lemke. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. He was a baptized and confirmed member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was a musician, providing guitar and vocals to local bands. He also rooted for OSU Buckeyes and Pittsburgh Steelers football programs. Christopher absolutely enjoyed the holidays and delighted in bringing joy to numerous children, families and organizations throughout the area with his portrayal of Santa Claus. Rites are scheduled to be at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to his family.

LEMKE, Elizabeth J. Lemke (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Elizabeth J. Lemke, age 60, 718 W. North St., St. Marys, died Nov. 23, 2006, at her residence. Death was due to cancer. She was born May 11, 1946, in St. Marys, to Everett and Mary McLain Adams. On Sept. 26, 1970, she married Paul Lemke, who died Feb. 21, 2006. Survivors are 2 sons, Christopher (Angela), of St. Marys, and Marvin (Michelle), of Cridersville; 2 daughters, Mary (Dave) Howe, of Columbus Grove, and Anne (Rob) Brincefield, of St. Marys; 2 sisters, Mary (Tom) Wolfe, of St. Marys, and Georgia (Nate) Stienecker, of Wapakoneta; and 10 grandchildren. Deceased is a brother, George Adams. She was a homemaker, singer and professional clown. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and its ladies sodality and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 767 Auxiliary, all in St. Marys. Funeral Mass is Tuesday at the church. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, St. Marys.

LEMKE, Marvin Thaddeus Lemke (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Marvin Thaddeus Lemke, 32, of 119 Walter Street in Cridersville, OH died Wednesday December 19, 2007 at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born April 7, 1975 in St. Marys, OH to Paul & Elizabeth (Adams) Lemke. On April 10, 1999, he married Michelle McDaniel, who survives. He is also survived by a step-son, Nathan Hoel of Cridersville, OH; a brother, Christopher (Angela) Lemke of St. Marys, OH; sisters, Mary (Dave) Howe of Columbus Grove, OH and Anne (Rob) Brincefield of St. Marys, OH, his father-in-law, Michael McDaniel of Cridersville, OH, mother-in-law, Shirley Michael of Cridersville, OH and numerous aunts, uncles & cousins. He was a 1994 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys. Prior to his becoming disabled, he had worked in blacktop pavement maintenance. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed camping & fishing. Services are scheduled for Friday, December 28, 2007 at the Miller Funeral Home, Ohio 703 West Chapel, St. Marys, OH. Private family burial will be in the Gethsemane Cemetery, St. Marys, OH.

LENGERICH, Betty Lengerich (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Betty Lengerich, 80, of 213 Lynn Street, Saint Marys, died unexpectedly Thursday, November 7, 2013, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys. She was born March 31, 1933, in Saint Marys, the daughter of Arthur and Viola (Osterfeld) Klosterman. She married Bernard “Edward” Lengerich on May 17, 1958, in San Bernadino, CA, and he preceded her in death on January 1, 2008. She is survived by her 6 children: John (Rebecca) Petkus of Bushnell, FL; James (Roxann) Lengerich of Saint Marys; David (Carol) Lengerich of Saint Marys; Joan (Gary) Smyth of Plainfield, IL; Margaret “Peg” Lengerich of Phoenix, AZ; Carol (Chad) Fenske of Phoenix; 7 grandchildren: Kayla, Brooke, Stewart and Mitchell Lengerich; Kira, Elizabeth and Kaitlyn Fenske and 2 great-grandchildren. She is survived by her siblings: Jean (Don) Boes of Gahanna, OH; Don Klosterman of Lima; Marie Humphries of Saint Marys; Tom (Barb) Klosterman of Celina; Bernard (Carol) Klosterman of Saint Marys; Dale (Marcia) Klosterman of Van Wert; Kay (John) Seibert of Coldwater; Bob (Ronda) Klosterman of Saint Marys; John (Cindy) Klosterman of Wapakoneta; Jerry (Delilah) Klosterman of Saint Marys; Dick Klosterman of Saint Marys; Dave Klosterman of Saint Marys; Becky (Denny) Link of Bethel, OH; Chrissie (Howie) Chunnic of Saint Marys; Judy (David) Fuller of Saint Marys. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and by two sisters, Carolyn Klosterman Hawkins and Shirley “Shirt” Byerley; and by 2 grandsons: Cole and Will Smyth. Betty was a 1951 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She was a homemaker and had also worked at Snack Time Restaurant and Famous Recipe Restaurant, both in Saint Marys. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family, playing cards, and going to bingo. She was a lifelong member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, November 11, 2013, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to either the United Leukodystrophy Foundation in Sycamore, Illinois or to the Friends of Holy Rosary School.

LENGERICH, Bernard Lengerich (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Bernard “Ed” Lengerich, 83, of 213 Lynn St., St. Marys, OH, died Tuesday, January 1, 2008 at the St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima, OH. He was born January 30, 1924 in St. Marys, OH to Bernard and Elizabeth (Arnett) Lengerich. On May 17,1958 in San Bernardino, CA, he married Elizabeth “Betty” Klosterman, who survives. He is also survived by sons, James (Roxann) Lengerich and David (Carol) Lengerich, both of St. Marys, OH; daughters, Joan (Gary) Smyth, of Plainfield, IL; Margaret ”Peg” Lengerich, of Phoenix, AZ; Carol (Chad) Fenske, of Florence, KY; 7 grandchildren: Kayla, Brooke, Stewart and Mitchell Lengerich; Kira, Elizabeth and Kaitlyn Fenske; a sister, Elizabeth Hauenstein, of Lima, OH; and a step-son, John (Rebecca) Petkus, of Bushnell, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John and Clarence Lengerich; sisters, Mary Willoughby and Loretta Lengerich; grandsons, Cole and Will Smyth. He was a 1941 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys, OH. He was a veteran of the US Army Air Corps, having served in WWII. Mr. Lengerich retired as a production foreman from the Crown Equipment Corp. in New Bremen, OH. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, American Legion Post #323 and VFW Post #9289, all in St. Marys. He enjoyed tinkering in his workshop (especially with his metal lathe) and spending time with his grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Saturday, January 5, 2008 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 511 E. Spring St., St. Marys, OH. Burial, with graveside military rites, will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial donations may be directed to the United Leukodystrophy Foundation or Friends of Holy Rosary Church.

LENGERICH, Sylvia M. Lengerich (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 18, 2013) Sylvia M. Lengerich, age 76, of Fryburg, died Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013, at Auglaize Acres. She was born on June 24, 1936, in Leicestershire, England, the daughter of James and Marie (Rose) Reed, who preceded her in death. On Jan. 31, 1959, at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Leicester, England, she married John G. Lengerich, and he died on June 26, 2001. Survivors include 4 children, Robert (Emily) Lengerich of Wapakoneta, Gary (Kaye) Lengerich of Maplewood, Maja (Jennie Jester) Reed of Saline, MI, Karl (Susan) Lengerich of St. Marys; 8 grandchildren, Heather (Ross) Matthews, Jon Lengerich, Jennifer (Brad) Shell, Heidi Huebner, Shawn Kipfinger, Benjamin Lengerich, Matthew Lengerich and Daniel Lengerich; 5 great-grandchildren, Emma Rose, Willough, Rileigh, Kaleb, and MacKenzie; 1 brother, Terrence (Jane) Reed of Helford, Cornwell, United Kingdom; 1 nephew, Jon Reed; 1 niece, Emma (Scott) Harrison; 1 sister-in-law, Janet Reed; and numerous English cousins. A homemaker, Sylvia was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta, and St. John Catholic Church, Fryburg. She served as a Eucharistic minister and with Bereavement ministries. She taught knitting, was a very kind and giving person, and enjoyed helping her neighbors. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting and was a member of the Ladies Sodality of St. John Catholic Church, the English Club and the Red Hat Society. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the St. John Cemetery, Fryburg. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Joseph Catholic Church Renovation Fund.

LENHART, Clara Marie Lenhart (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 February 2019) Clara Marie Lenhart, age 95, of Wapakoneta, passed away Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at Auglaize Acres with her family at her side. She was born Feb. 6, 1924, in St. Marys, the daughter of Joseph E. and Martha F. (Greve) Yahl, who preceded her in death. On May 15, 1946, she married Herman G. Lenhart, and he preceded her in death on Nov. 19, 1988. Survivors include four children: Joseph (Judy) Lenhart, Marlene (Dave) Zwiebel, Diana Kantner and Richard (Tonya) Lenhart, all of Wapakoneta, and son-in-law Ralph Stoner of Delphos. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren, Glen (Heather) Goergens, Kurt (Nikki) Lenhart, Brad Lenhart, Jamie Lenhart, Dr. Julia (Steve Curtis) Zwiebel, Thomas Zwiebel, Jason (Angie) Kantner, Marcia Pastor, Sarah Ball, Kevin (Karen) Kantner, Collin, Kalie, Kyle and Keaton Lenhart and 16 great grandchildren. Clara was also survived by siblings Robert Yahl, Joe (Connie) Yahl and Gene (Janice) Yahl, all of St. Marys; sisters-in-law, Mary Yahl of Botkins, and Judy Yahl, St. Marys; brother-in-laws, Jim Clements, St. Marys and Sam Doseck, Fort Loramie. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Mildred Goergens-Stoner; sons-in-law David Goergens and Fred Kantner and siblings, Sister Rita Yahl, Rose Braun, Irene Doseck, Jerome Yahl, Mary Brown, Bill Yahl, Tony Yahl and Emma Clements. A homemaker and loving wife and mother, Clara was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta, and a member of Sewing Ladies at the church. Her other memberships included the Knights of Columbus, Council No. 1272, Ladies Auxiliary and the DAV Auxiliary Unit No. 73. Her interests included playing any type of card games, fishing, camping and spending time at the Auglaize River, near Defiance, along with sewing and quilting. She was a 30-plus year election poll worker for Auglaize County at the Pusheta Township location. Clara also spent approximately 55 years helping to prepare the noodle soup during the Fryburg Homecoming. She enjoyed any time she spent with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the St. John Catholic Cemetery, Fryburg. Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, 1102 Lincoln Ave. (State Route 501) Wapakoneta is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. John Catholic Church Renovation Fund, the St. Joseph Catholic Church Renovation Fund, or the Auglaize Acres Activity Fund.

LENHART, Leo A. Lenhart (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Leo A. Lenhart, 76, of 1514 Neil Avenue, Saint Marys, Ohio, died 7:17 P.M. Wednesday, September 26, 2007, at the Saint Marys Living Center, Saint Marys, Ohio, following an extended illness. He was born February 8, 1931 in Botkins, Ohio, the son of Ferd and Theresa (Schmidt) Lenhart. He married Norma Chicklon on July 6, 1963; she survives at the residence. He is also survived by daughters, Michelle Varran of Novi, MI; Mary (Jeff) Stein of Celina; and a son Gregory Lenhart of Lima, OH; 4 grandchildren: Katie Stein, Kelsey Stein, Kyle Stein and Kristina Stein; sisters, Ruth Siefring of Saint Marys; Shirley Cooper of Botkins and a brother, Tom Lenhart of Sidney. He was preceded in death by his parents; by one sister, Dorothy Martin; by three brothers-in-law, Paul Siefring, Gary Cooper and Paul Martin. Leo was a 1949 graduate of Botkins High School. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He retired from the United States Postal Service. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. He enjoyed working crossword puzzles, watching TV and taking care of his family, singing and cooking. A mass of Christian burial will be Saturday, September 29, 2007 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, St. Marys, OH. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, St. Marys, OH. Friends may call Friday at Miller Funeral Home,1605 Celina Road, St. Marys, OH. Memorial donations may be directed to Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

LENHART, Linda C. Lenhart (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Linda C. Lenhart, 70, of 314 Market Street, Saint Marys, OH, died Thursday, January 5, 2012, at the Saint Marys Living Center. She was born January 12, 1941, in New Knoxville, OH, the daughter of Ernest and Dorothy (Glass) Kattman. She married LeRoy Lenhart on June 8, 1953, and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her mother, Dorothy Kattman of New Knoxville; by her 5 children: Laura (Rob) Hoehamer of Rockford, OH; Jodi (Mark) Hagan of Saint Marys; Patti (Gary) Schaublin of Columbia, SC; Susan (Jesse) Paul of New Bremen; Caren (Neil) Mahlie of Saint Marys; by 1 brother, David (Dianne) Kattman of North Olmstead, OH; and by eleven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father. Linda was a 1959 graduate of New Knoxville High School. She attended a beauty college and also Fort Wayne Business College. She had formerly been a realtor and had worked for many years at the Auglaize County Council on Aging. She enjoyed flowers, cooking, collecting dolls, and she was a talented seamstress. She was a member of the First United Church of Christ in New Knoxville. Funeral rites will be Monday, January 9, 2012, 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; JTDMH Home Health or the Saint Marys Living Cetner.

LENNARTZ, Cindy S. Lennartz (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1762044) Cindy S. Lennartz, age 49, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at OSU Medical Center in Columbus. She was born July 13, 1966 in Greenville to George E. & Connie K. (Blackburn) Harling who survive in Celina. On April 11, 1986 she married Jeffrey Lennartz and he survives in Coldwater. She is survived by two daughters, Katie Lennartz of Coldwater & James Richmond and Rebecca & Daniel Cotterman of Versailles; two grandchildren, with one on the way; a sister Kim & Dave Bricher of Coldwater; a brother Nathan & Jennifer Harling of Celina; in laws, Mark & Rita Lennartz of St. Henry, Carol & Charlie May of St. Henry and Kevin Lennartz of West Carrolton and eight nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her in laws Melvin & Ruth Lennartz, Anne Bayman and Patty Lennartz. She was a member of Lighthouse Fellowship Church in Celina and worked at the Orchard Tree in Celina. Funeral Services will be Monday, March 21, 2016 at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery.

LENTZ, Sandra L. Bullen Lentz (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 25 August 2017) Sandra L. Lentz, age 63, of St. Marys, OH died Friday August 25, 017 at her residence. She was born June 27, 1954 in Fairborn, OH to Coy J. and Dorothy Mae (Swartz) Bullen. She is survived by 3 sons Kevin Meeks of Wapakoneta, OH; Jason (Anna Cox) Meeks of Greenville, OH; Michael Keyton of St. Marys, OH; her mother Dorothy Wietholter of Celina, OH; 2 sisters Cathy Bullen of St. Marys, OH; Carol (Charlie) Knous of St. Marys, OH; 5 brothers Mike Bullen; Mark Sholler; Chris Sholler all three of St. Marys, OH; Dave Sholler of Delaware, OH and Kevin (Maria) Sholler of Montgomery, AL. Preceded in death by her father Coy J. Bullen and step-father Ronald Wietholter. She was a graduate of Spencerville High School (Class of 1972) and Apollo Career Center College of Nursing. A licensed Practical Nurse, she worked at Otterbein – St. Marys and the Celina Manor Nursing. She also worked as a bar tender at C & C Loft and Lounge in downtown St. Marys. Her favorite pastimes included crocheting, cooking and listening to music. Funeral rites will be Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at Miller Funeral Home Ohio 703 West Chapel, St. Marys, Ohio.

LEOHNER, Geraldine C. Leohner (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Geraldine C. Leohner, age 97, died Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at Wesley Glen Retirement Community where she had lived for the past six years. She was born in Rockbridge, OH, on Wednesday, June 24, 1914, the third daughter of William and Blanche (Starner) Primmer. On September 26, 1936, she married Robert Grant Leohner who preceded her in death on May 31, 1977 after 40 years of marriage. They had one child: Jeanne Leohner Woodyard. Geri grew up attending the Rockbridge Advent Christian Church, after her marriage she was part of the Beulah EUB church in Baltimore, OH. When they moved to Columbus they joined the Minerva Park United Methodist Church, and when she moved to Wesley Glen she became a member of the Maize Manor United Methodist. During her many years in the church she worked with children, lead music, directed choirs, taught classes and played the piano to the glory of God. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her daughter, two sisters: Ruth Tucker and Helen Beougher, and her grandson Toby Woodyard. She is survived by her sister Rhea McKown in Palm Harbor, FL, son-in-law David Woodyard, granddaughter Jennifer (Pete) Radulski, and her two favorite great grandsons, Cohl and Mason Radulski. A special thanks to the caring 6th floor staff at Wesley Glen, and the HomeReach Hospice team. A celebration of Geri's life will be held at Maize Manor United Methodist Sunday, September 11, 2011, 3901 Maize Rd., Columbus, OH. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys, OH. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Maize Manor Church, Wesley Glen Retirement Community, or HomeReach Hospice.

LEONARD, Daniel Leonard Sr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – August 30, 2011) Daniel “Dale” Leonard Sr., age 85, of Celina, died Monday, Aug. 29, 2011, at his residence. He was born on June 20, 1926, in Celina, to Charles C. and Bessie P. (Ketcham) Leonard, and they preceded him in death. On Oct. 10, 1951, he married Mary Joan Whited, and she preceded him in death on Nov. 1, 2008. He is survived by 3 sons, Dan (Laura) Leonard Jr., Terry (Becky) Leonard and Steve (Ranee) Leonard, all of Celina; 2 daughters, Debra (Ira) Ralston of Mendon and Cindy (Fred) Pizana of Ligonier, IN; 17 grandchildren; and 36 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Williams; two brothers; three sisters; a grandson; and a great-granddaughter. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Funeral services will be held Thursday at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will be held at Mercer Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gideons.

LEONARD, James Frederick Leonard (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ –1 May 2016) James Frederick Leonard, age 67, of Springfield, OH died suddenly May 1, 2016 at his home on the Masonic Community Campus. Jim was born February 13, 1949 to Paul and Dorothy (Douglas) Leonard and was raised in Sidney, OH where he graduated from High School in 1967. He then attended Ohio Northern University and Bowling Green State University receiving a Master’s Degree in Education. He began his career as a Special Education teacher in Lima, Ohio. Jim’s involvement in REACT; a Ham Radio Emergency Response Service and his passion for helping others led to his positions as Executive Director of the American Red Cross in Lima and then Executive Director of Disaster Services for the American Red Cross in Columbus. Jim was proud of his Tiffany award for Management Excellence and of his donating over 30 gallons of blood. Jim was a 32nd Degree Mason AASR Columbus, Morningstar Lodge, Springfield, Aladdin Shrine, Columbus, Northeast Shrine Club, Royal Order of Jesters and recently received a 25yr award from Blendon Lodge No 339 Westerville. He was also an Aladdin Shriners Roadrunner, transporting children to the hospitals. Jim completed his career as Deputy Director of Franklin County Emergency Management and Homeland Security using his disaster management skills in a high-tech communications center. He was a member of Central College Presbyterian Church in Westerville, Ohio where he was a member of the Enrichment Class and an Elder. Jim was a devoted, dependable, loving son, husband, father, brother who took exceptionally good care of his family. And he was loved. In retirement, Jim was able to join his son in law's business and have frequent contact with his daughters and their families. Jim was a licensed Amateur radio operator “WD8MRT” and a member of the Ohio Historic Bridge Association. He also enjoyed his Jeep and Motorcycle, and of course Cincinnati Bengals football. He leaves his wife of 30 years Mona Moyer (nee Eschmeyer), his mother Dorothy Holthaus of Sidney, 2 daughters: Stephanie (Patrick) Griffin of Bellbrook and Laura (David) Monley of Mason; 3 brothers: Larry (Ellen) Leonard of Sidney, Robert (Diane) Waldrop of Seattle, WA, Danny (Arlene) Waldrop of Wapakoneta; also children Wendy (Chip) Coburn of Cincinnati, Jed (Valerie) Moyer Raleigh, NC and Tom Moyer of Springfield; 7 granddaughters who loved him SO dearly: Katelyn and Kelley (daughters of Stephanie); Megan and Anna (daughters of Laura);,Miranda Wodarski (daughter of Wendy); Jacklyn Moyer (daughter of Tom); Eva Moyer (daughter of Jed) He was preceded in death by father Paul Leonard; step-father Clell Waldrop and step-father Edward Holthaus. Funeral services Monday, May 9, 2016 at Springfield Masonic Home (Burkhart Auditorium) Burial Evangelical Protestant Cemetery in New Knoxville. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Shriners Hospital for Children or the American Red Cross

LEONARD, Mary Joan Leonard (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 November 2008) Mary Joan Leonard, age 74, 500 Bruns Ave. Apt 40, Celina, died Nov. 1, 2008, at Mercer Health in Coldwater of natural causes. She was born Nov. 3, 1932, in Auglaize County, a daughter of Carl and Violet (Eshleman) Whited, they preceded her in death. On Oct. 10, 1951, she married Daniel Dale Leonard, he survives. She is also survived by three sons, Daniel (Laura) Leonard, Terry (Becky) Leonard, Steve (Ranee) Leonard, all of Celina; two daughters, Debra (Clem) Ralston of Mendon, Cindy (Fred) Pizana of Ligonier, IN; three brothers, Robert Whited, John Whited of Lima, George Whited; three sisters, Sally Roth, Helen Streight, both of St. Marys, Janice (Dave) Winter of St. Louis, MO; 17 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Sue Williams; a brother, James Whited; three sisters, Kathy Steele, Dorothy Braun, June Timmerman. She retired from R. G Dunn Cigar Factory in Lima. She attended The Lords Church in Celina, where she was a member of The Gideons. Funeral services will be Wednesday at Cisco Funeral Home in St. Marys. Burial will follow in the Mercer Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be directed to The Gideons.

LEONARD, Paul Leonard (Paul was a high school classmate of Elmer at Memorial High in St. Marys, Ohio) 1943-2010 Final resting place Riverside Cemetery, Troy, OH

LEONHARD, Paul F. Leonhard Jr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 March 2010) Paul F. Leonhard Jr., age 66, of Troy, died Wednesday, March 17, 2010, at his residence after a 2.5 year battle with cancer. He was born Aug. 31, 1943, in Celina, a son to Emily J. (Howell) Leonhard and the late Paul F. Leonhard Sr. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Annette M. (Lannetti) Leonhard; two daughters, Melissa A. (David) Dues of Hartland, MI, Nicole M. Riley of Troy; a son, Christian P. Leonhard of Parker, CO; five grandchildren, Ashton, Kearston and Payton Riley and Noah and Alexa Dues. He was preceded in death by his father and his sister, Vicki L. Market. After graduation from Memorial High School in St. Marys, Paul joined the Air Force where he was stationed at Otis Air Force Base, MA, from 1962-1965. While there, he met and married Annette M. (Iannetti) Leonhard Sept. 27, 1964. After work in the Air Force, Paul and Annette returned to Ohio to own and operate Leonhard's IGA grocery store in St. Marys from the late 60s through the 70s. In the early 80s, Paul Leonhard returned to Air Force work at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base as a civilian electronics technician until his retirement as a technical order manager in 2007. Concurrently, Paul worked aircraft maintenance for the Air Force Reserve until his 1996 retirement as a Master Sergeant. He was a member of the American Legion in St. Marys and Tipp City and of the First Lutheran Church of Troy and Zion Lutheran Church in St. Marys. His activities included fishing, reading and hunting. He enjoyed spending time with his family and especially with his grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at the First Lutheran Church, Troy. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery, Troy, with full military honors at the graveside provided by Wright Patterson Air Force Base Honor Guard. Baird Funeral Home, Troy is handling the arrangements and the will handle American Legion Services. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church, 2899 W. Main St., Troy, Ohio 45373 or Hospice of Miami County, P. O. Box 502, Troy, Ohio 45373.

LESHER, Clarence Eugene Lesher (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 July 2016) Clarence Eugene Lesher, age 91, of New Bremen, died Sunday, July 10, 2016, at the Otterbein Retirement Community of St. Marys. He was born on Jan. 10, 1925, in Toledo the son of Franklin and Mary (Kuhn) Lesher. On Jan. 25, 1948, he married Dorothy Neuman, who died on July 31, 2014. Survivors include his children Linda and Mark Forry of Hamilton; Joe and Teri Lesher and Barbara and Bruce Lemmon, all of New Bremen; his grandchildren Levi and Brittany Lesher; Jacob Lesher; Adam Lesher; Dan Forry; Andrew and Stacey Forry; Zach Forry and Shannon Forry; his great-grandchildren Colin Lesher, Elliott Lesher, Landon Lesher, Weston Lesher, Nolan Forry and Raelan Forry. Preceding him in death were his parents, wife, his brothers Donald and Richard Lesher and his sisters Eileen Cole and Beverly Christiansen. Mr. Lesher was a member of the St. Peter's Church of New Bremen. He was very active and had held all the offices within the church. He was a charter member and first president of the New Bremen Emergency Squad. He was on the German Protestant Cemetery Board, the German Township Zoning Board and belonged to the American Legion Post 241 of New Bremen, the New Bremen Historic Association, the Auglaize County Farm Bureau and the Traveling Wheels Camping Club. "Gene" served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946 where he was an aviation machinist mate but also was a tail gunner/radio operator onboard a TBM Avenger Torpedo Bomber. He was a machinist at the Minster Machine Company for 40 years and belong to the Minster Machine Company 25 Year Club. He also was engaged in farming his entire life. Following retirement, he became a volunteer at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital and clocked 2,400 volunteer hours. He enjoyed playing cards and fishing and telling the stories that went along with each outing. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the St. Peter's Church in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to either the church memorial fund or to the New Bremen Emergency Squad.

LESHER, Dorothy I.S. Lesher http://www.genealogybank.com/doc/obituaries/obit/14EB81199F059AC8-14EB81199F059AC8%3F(Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 1 August 2014) Dorothy I. S. Lesher, age 88, of Otterbein - St. Marys, and formerly of New Bremen, died Thursday, July 31, 2014, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. She was born on Sept.24, 1925, near New Bremen, the daughter of the late Irwin and Ida (Poppe) Neuman. On Jan. 25, 1948, she married Clarence Lesher, who survives in St. Marys. Also surviving are their children, Linda and Mark Forry of Hamilton, Barbara and Bruce Lemmon of New Bremen, Joe and Teri Lesher of New Bremen, grandchildren Levi and Brittany Lesher, Jacob and Beth Lesher, Adam Lesher, Dan Forry, Andrew and Stacey Forry, Zach Forry, Shannon Forry, and five greatgrandchildren. Preceding her in death was a brother, Virgil Neuman. Dorothy was an active member of St. Peter's Church in New Bremen, where she was involved in the Women's Fellowship, the funeral lunch committee, the Quilters, the Refunders, and volunteered in many other aspects of the church. She was a 1943 graduate of New Bremen High School, and a graduate of the Maumee Valley School of Nursing where she received her training as a Registered Nurse. Over the years, she worked as an R.N. at different places including the Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, Dr. Noble's office, school nurse at New Bremen Local Schools, and she went on to retire from the Valley Nursing Home after many years of caring for others. She and her husband were charter members of the New Bremen EMS, she was a 4-H adviser, and enjoyed quilting and cooking for others. Dorothy loved to spend time with her family and friends, and she lived life to its fullest by caring for others and always volunteering a helping hand. Funeral services will be Monday at St. Peter's Church in New Bremen. Burial will follow at the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Peter's Church Memorial Fund.

LESSE, Judy Arlene Lesse (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 6 January 2017) Judy Arlene Lesse died January 6, 2017, at her residence. She was born March 8, 1935, in Ajalune, WA. She raised her children in southern Indiana and spent the majority of her retirement in Cortez, CO. In 2014 she moved to be near her three daughters. She passed peacefully at her home in Celina, Ohio. She is survived by a brother, Brien (Jan) Blankenship of Medford, OR., 2 sons Daniel (Melissa) Lesse of Mora, NM; Paul (Dawn) Lesse of New Albany, IN; 3 daughters Lois (W. Thomas) Massalsky of Celina OH; Leah Wing of Celina, OH; (Darryl) of Ontario, CA, Ruth (Jeff) Proctor of Canal Winchester, OH; 22 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Max Lesse, a son David Max Lesse, her mother, Lovie Blankenship, her father Alfred Blankenship, two brothers Clint and Rex Blankenship and a sister Lorene VanDoren. A short private memorial service will be at Miller Funeral Home. The family will host a celebration of life on March, 8th in Celina, Ohio and family & friends in Cortez, CO will also host a Celebration of Life.

LEUGERS, Arthur H. Leugers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 April 2009) Arthur H. Leugers, age 78, 7980 St. Rt. 119, Maria Stein, died Monday, April 6, 2009, at Heritage Manor Minster. He was born Jan. 29, 1931, in St. Rose, a son of Herman and Leona (Huber) Leugers, and they both preceded him in death. On Sept. 15, 1984, he married Bonnie Jean Atkins, and she survives. He is also survived by a stepson, Michael (Linda) Gowthrop of Angola, IN; a step-grandchild, Tracy (Robbie) Robinson; two step-greatgrandchildren Taylor Mutersbaugh, Nick Mutersbaugh; a brother, Leugers Henry Leugers, of Maria Stein; a sister, Rosemary Moeller of Maria Stein; and a sister-in-law, Helen Leugers of Springfield. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Joseph Leugers and Alvina Bernard. He was a member of St. Rose Church, Knights of St. John, Maria Stein; American Legion, Maria Stein and a lifetime member of VFW, Chickasaw. He is an Army veteran of the Korean War. He retired from New Idea Corp. in Coldwater in 1996. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday at St. Rose. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster is handling the arrangements.

LEUGERS, Bonnie Jean Leugers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 December 2016) Bonnie Jean Leugers, age 87, formerly of St. Rose, died on Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, at St. Marys Living Center, St. Marys. She was born on Aug. 6, 1929, in Muskegon, MI, to the late Herschel and Evelyn (Harmon) Atkins. She married Arthur Leugers on Sept. 15, 1984. He preceded her in death on April 6, 2009. She is survived by a son: Michael Gowthrop of Angola, IN; granddaughter: Tracy and Robbie Robinson; and great-grandchildren Taylor and Nick. She was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church and the ladies sodality of the church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at St. Rose Catholic Church, St. Rose. Burial will follow in St. Rose Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster handled the arrangements.

LEUGERS, Carolyn S. Leugers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421370) Carolyn S. Leugers, age 61, of formerly of Sebastian Road, Celina, Ohio, died on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, Ohio. She was born December 23, 1950 in Greenville, Ohio to the late Frank and Christine (Guggenbiller) Leugers. Carolyn is survived by four siblings Robert & Donna Leugers of Union City, Ohio, Mike & Mary Leugers of Greenville, Clarence & Sue Leugers of Versailles and Janet Coblentz of Versailles and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by a sister Ruth Ann & Clete Behr and a sister-in-law Dolores Leugers. She was a graduate of Mississinawa Valley High School. No services will be held.

LEUGERS, David L. Leugers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1496978) David L. “Ben” Leugers age 65 of 238 S. Ohio St. Minster, Ohio died of natural causes on Sunday, January 11, 2015 at his home. He was born on October 6, 1949 in Piqua, Ohio to the late Edward and Mary (Vonderhyde) Leugers. He is survived by brothers & sisters: Janet Koverman, Minster, Jan Otting, Minster, Edward Jr. & Sonya Leugers, Minster, Marilyn & Jerry Siegel, New Bremen, brother-in-law Michael Monnin, Minster and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by sisters Doris & Jim Frock, Rosie Monnin, brothers-in-law Joseph Otting & Donald Koverman. Ben enjoyed gardening and was retired from Sankyo in Sidney. Funeral Services will be Thursday, January 15, 2015 at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. Burial will take place in St. Augustine Cemetery.

LEUGERS, Elsie E. Leugers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420667) Elsie E. Leugers age 102, formerly of the Little Red School House north of McCartyville died Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at the Meadows at Ottawa Glandorf. She was a residence in Ottawa for 15 years with her daughter and at the Meadows. She was born March 3, 1909 in Minster to the late Frank & Rose (Thieman) Wacker. She married Norbert W. Leugers on October 9, 1946 in Minster, Ohio. He preceded her in death on November 11, 1995. She is survived by son Greg & Mary Leugers of Sylvania, OH and daughter Paula & Kenneth Elchinger, Ottawa, OH; grandchildren Erin & Jason Miller, Glandorf, Erica & Tim Sarka, Gladorf, Paul & Jennifer Elchinger, Tipp City, Christopher Elchinger, Cincinnati; great grandchildren Logan, Morgan, Reagan Miller & Jade Sarka. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Gerald in 1956 & brother Karl Wacker. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church, McCartyville, and a religion teacher for 17 years. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, June 17, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, McCartyville, OH. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, McCartyville, OH. Hogenkamp Funeral Home Minster has been entrusted with the services.

LEUGERS, Harry Leugers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 5 November 2009) Henry Leugers, age 92, 8066 St. Rt. 119, Maria Stein, died Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, at Mercer Health Hospital in Coldwater. He was born Jan. 6, 1917, in St. Rose, a son of Herman and Leona (Huber) Leugers, they preceded him in death. On June 29, 1945, in El Paso, Texas, he married Lillian F. Feltz. She is survived by her children, Kathleen (Ed) Hoehne of Houston, David (Bev) Leugers of Yampa, CO, Judy (Marvin) Wilson of Celina, Bob (Sandy) Leugers of New Bremen,; nine grandchildren, Kim, Jeff, Becky Hoehne, Faith Leugers, Melissa, Amber, Rose Wilson, Abby, Alex Leugers; 14 great-grandchildren; a sister, Rosemary and the late Paul Moeller of Maria Stein; two sisters-in-law, Bonnie Leugers of Maria Stein and Helen Leugers of Springfield. He was preceded in death by a sister, Alvina and her husband Cy Bernard, Joe Leugers and Arthur Leugers. He was a member of St. John Church in Maria Stein and served as a lay distributor of the church. He was a veteran of the Army Air Corp, 1st Lt. in World War II. He was past president of Holy Name Society of the Church. He was the historian at St. John Church Sesquicentennial in 1986. He wrote St. John Church History from 1836 to 1986. He also wrote "Pictorial History of Maria Leugers Stein" in 1989. He attended grade school at St. Rose School. He attended high school at St. John School from 1931-1933 and Minster High School from 1933 -1935. He attended St. Joseph College from 1935-1937. He was a general agent for Columbus Mutual Life Insurance from 1955-1982 and was a member of the general agent’s advisory board for Columbus Mutual for three terms. He was also a member of The Board of Health Mercer County for 25 years. He was Osgood State Bank Director for 25 years. He was on the Lay Advisory Board Maria Stein Convent as well as the advisory board for Coldwater Mercer Hospital. He was a member and past Commander of the Maria Stein American Legion Post 571. He was past county commander of the Mercer County American Legion. He was adjutant, second district American Legion and a firing squad member of the Maria Stein American Legion. He was past president and member of the Knights of St. John Maria Stein. He was self- employed at Leugers Insurance from 1946-1982. A Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday, at St. John Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to Marion Community Scholarship Foundation, Inc.

LEUGERS, Jane Leugers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 April 2010) Jane Leugers, age 68, of Minster, died Thursday, April 8, 2010, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. She was born June 22, 1941, in Findlay to the late LeRoy (Paul) and Martha (Marvin) Beverly. She married James Leugers on June 13, 1981. He survives in Minster. She is also survived by her children, Joe Platt of Columbus, Suzy and Jim Heistan of St. Marys, Jeff and Holly Platt of St. Marys, Jon Platt of St. Marys, Ashley Platt of Findlay; stepchildren, Trisha and Chris Hancock of Wapakoneta, James Kreig of Minster; sister, Peg and Jim Scothorn of Findlay; mother-in-law, Loretta (Leugers) Rempe of Minster; brother-in-law, Ken Leugers of Minster; seven grandchildren and eight step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a stepson, Jason Krieg. She was a member of St. Peters United Church of Christ, Minster FOE No. 1391 Auxiliary and the Waterfit Class at the Minster-New Bremen YMCA. She retired from Preferred Builders and S & K Contractors and volunteered at St. Marys Health Shop. Arrangements are being handled by N. J. Hogenkamp Sons Inc., 61 S. Hanover Street in Minster. Funeral Services will be at St. Peters United Church of Christ Monday. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

LEUGERS, John Melvin Leugers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420956) John Melvin Leugers, age 54, of 323 3rd Ave. in Coldwater, Ohio passed away Friday, February 10, 2012 at Good Samaritan Hospital Dayton, Ohio. He was born on April 5, 1957 in Celina, Ohio to Othmar and Viola (Fink) Leugers. On March 27, 1995 he married Sherri Coats, who lives in Coldwater. Also surviving are his sons John Leugers of Coldwater, David Leugers of Coldwater, Gary Coats of Marion, Ohio, Robert Freuh of Shawnee, Gregory Beougher of Venedocia, Ohio Brandon Hand of Coldwater, Harley Leugers of Coldwater daughters Nichole Leugers Zahn of Coldwater, Brianna Massengill of Celina, a brother Thomas Leugers of Dayton, 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Larry Wine Jr. and two grandchildren Jacob Alexander Zahn, and Rebecca Faith Zahn. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was employed as a Police officer in Ansonia, Ohio and Security Guard at Huffy's in Celina. A Memorial service will be Sunday Feb. 19, 2012 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Montezuma.

LEUGERS, Kenneth W. Leugers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2156682) Kenneth W. Leugers, age 68, of Minster, OH, died Thursday, January 3, 2019 in Celina, Ohio. He was born on January 26, 1950 in Celina, OH to the late Herbert Sr. & Loretta (Glynn) Leugers. His mother survives in New Bremen. He is also survived by children: Eric Leugers & Victor Warren, Ft. Lauderdale, Kendra & David Johns, Cincinnati, Bryan Leugers, Minster, 3 grandchildren Addison, Braylon and Paxton, brother James & Karen Leugers, Minster. He was preceded in death by brothers Bernard Leugers & Herbert Leugers Jr. Ken was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and Minster F.O.E. #1391 He was a graduate of Minster High School and was a retired officer from 1st National Bank. Ken enjoyed bowling, golfing, skiing, traveling, and building model ships. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Augustine Church, burial to follow in St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. In Lieu of Flowers the family requests donations be made to the Cancer Association of Auglaize County, 120 S Front St, St Marys, OH 45885.

LEUGERS, Mary V. Leugers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 26 November 2010) Mary V. Leugers, age 94, of 238 S. Ohio St., Minster, died on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2010, at Heritage Manor Nursing Center in Minster. She was born on Jan. 21, 1916, in Fort Loramie, to Bert and Rose (Robbins) Vonderhyde; they preceded her in death. She was married on May 9, 1936, in Minster, to Edward H. Leugers Sr. He died on Sept. 23, 1971. She is survived by her children, Doris Frock of Piqua, Janet Koverman of Minster, Jan (Joe) Otting of Minster, Edward Jr. (Sonya) Leugers of Minster, Marilyn (Jerry) Siegel of New Bremen and David Leugers of Minster; her husband, Michael Monnin of Fort Loramie; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; a brother and three sisters. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Rosie Monnin; a grandchild; two sons-in-law; two brothers and four sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at St. Augustine Church. Burial will follow at St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster handled the arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to The Heritage Manor Activity Fund in her name.

LEUGERS, Melvin Donald Leugers (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420888) Melvin Donald Leugers, age 74, of Celina, Ohio passed away Monday, December 17, 2012 at Laurels of Shane Hill Rockford, Ohio. He was born on January 12, 1938 in Neptune, Ohio to the late Henry and Nellie (Schwartz) Leugers. He is survived by his two sons & daughters-in-law Donald & Dawn Leugers of Celina, Scott & Teresa Leugers of Celina, one daughter & son-in-law Linda & David Eichler of Celina, 7 grandchildren, one brother & sister-in-law Robert & Marlene Leugers of Celina. Melvin was preceded in death by his brother & sister-in-law Lloyd & Ruth Leugers and his sister & brother-in-law Betty & Short Agler. Melvin served his country in the U.S. Army from 1961 to 1963. He was formerly employed at Mersman Brothers Tables in Celina and New Idea in Coldwater. Melvin donated his body to the University of Cincinnati. A Memorial gathering will be held at his daughter’s house on Thursday Dec. 20, 2012 at 209 Portland St. in Celina. The Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the State of the Heart Home Health & Hospice.

LEUGERS, Patricia M. Leugers (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Patricia M. Leugers, age 77, of 4928 Tama Road, Celina, died Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at The Laurels of Shane Hill in Rockford. She was born on April 5, 1933, in Celina, the daughter of Lewis H. and Esther J. (Remaklus) Humbert, and they preceded her in death. On Sept. 27, 1955, she married Linus G. Leugers, and he preceded her in death on March 28, 2008. She is survived by her son, Mark (Karen) Leugers of Celina; her daughter, Cathy Leugers of Fort Wayne, IN; 2 grandsons; and her sister-in-law. She was also preceded in death by her brother; her sister. Funeral services will be held Saturday at Immaculate Conception Church in Celina. Burial will be held at St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Teresa Catholic Church in Rockford.

LEUGERS, Robert E. Leugers (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Robert “Frosty” E. Leugers, age 78, of 1118 Princeton Avenue in Celina, OH died Saturday May 10, 2014 at his residence. He was born March 16, 1936 in Neptune, OH to Henry and Nellie (Schwartz) Leugers. On June 1, 1964 in New Cordon, IN he married Marlene J. Lindemeyer, who survives. He is also survived by 3 sons, Daniel (Jane) Leugers of Minster, OH; Richard (Deb) Leugers of Celina, OH; Michael (Rosalind) Leugers of St. Marys, OH; 2 daughters, Catrina (Mike) Fields of Wauseon, OH; Lisa (Ron) Mullins of Celina, OH; 15 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Nellie Leugers;, infant daughter, Debbie Leugers; brother, Lloyd Leugers; brother, Melvin Leugers; sister, Betty Agler. He was a 1944 graduate of Celina Senior High School. He retired as a retired production employee from the Avco-New Idea Corp. in Coldwater and had also worked at Mersman Bros. Furniture Co. in Celina, OH. His favorite pastime included fishing, working on his farm and growing plants in his greenhouse. Rites are scheduled for Wednesday May 14, 2014 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Private burial will take place at the Swamp College Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be directed to Community Health Professionals Hospice Program or American Cancer Society.

LEUGERS, Ruth E. Leugers (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 March 2017) Ruth E. Leugers, age 93, of Wapakoneta, died Thursday, March 23, 2017, at the Wapakoneta Manor. She was born on March 17, 1924, the daughter of Phillip and Pearl (Gallimore) Roby, who preceded her in death. On Nov. 3, 1956, she married Herbert Leugers, and he died on May 3, 2013. Survivors include three sisters-in-law, Katie Leugers, Dorothy Leugers, Lois Leugers and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret Krites. A homemaker, Ruth had worked at Sam Chrismer's Store, Buckland, and the Club Restaurant, Wapakoneta. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, and the VFW Post 8445 Auxiliary, both of Wapakoneta. She enjoyed playing cards and watching Cincinnati Reds ballgames. A Mass of Christian burial will be Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, 1102 Lincoln Ave., (Ohio 501) Wapakoneta has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wapakoneta VFW.

LEUGERS, Ruth E. Leugers (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Ruth E. Leugers, 88, of St. Marys, OH died Thursday November 29, 2012 in the emergency department of JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. She was born May 15, 1924 in Celina, OH to Edmund J. and Frances K. (Meyer) Pax. On November 20, 1946 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina, OH she married Lloyd “Louie” Leugers, who died April 5, 2001. Survivors include 2 sons Jerry (Pat) Leugers of Fairfax Station, VA; John (Lucinda) Leugers of New Bremen, OH; 3 daughters, Theresa (Charles) Rowen of St. Marys, OH; Patricia Pertz of Perrysburg, OH; Mary Jo (Ken) Sheeley of Richmond, VA; 16 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 1 brother LaVern (Shirley) of Pickerington, OH; 8 sisters, Mary Catherine Brunswick of Minster, OH; Norma Irvin of Cincinnati, OH; Madonna Issen of Daphne, AL; Bernadette Disque of Cincinnati, OH; Rita (Norman) Klosterman of Celina, OH; Barbara Geiser of Fostoria, OH; Edwina (Gordon) Meyer of Huber Heights, OH; Florentine (Don) Cafferty of Cincinnati, OH; and 2 sisters-in-law, Lillian Pax of Mesa, AZ; and Ruby Pax of Columbus, OH. She was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd “Louie” Leugers;, parents, Edmund and Frances Pax; 4 brothers, Richard Pax, Leonard Pax, Charles Pax and Vincent Pax and 1 sister, Juanita Schindler. She was a 1942 graduate of Immaculate Conception High School in Celina, OH. She was a homemaker and worked in Central Supply for JTDM Hospital for a number of years. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, its altar-rosary sodality and the Legion of Mary. Her favorite pastimes included crocheting and gardening. Her family appreciated the delicious meals and cookies she made. She also enjoyed doing crafts and volunteering for her church activities, especially its annual garage sale. Decorating for the Christmas season provided the opportunity to display her vast collection of Santa Claus figurines. Ruth will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled to be Monday December 3, 2012 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

LEUGERS, Sandra K. Leugers (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/sandra-leugers) Sandra K. Leugers, age 63, of New Bremen, Ohio passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at Van Crest, St. Marys. She was born January 17, 1957 in Coldwater Ohio to Urban A. & Mary Kathryn (Aselage) Winner. Her mother preceded her in death on May 1, 1979. Her father & stepmother Connie Winner survive in Osgood. She married Robert Leugers on April 11, 1981 and he survives in New Bremen. She is also survived by children: Abigail & Uriel Baker, Cincinnati and Alexander & Crystal Leugers, Cincinnati, grandchildren: Hayden, Lillian & Henry, brothers & sisters: Sharon & Bill Wynk, Coldwater, Stacy & Steve Mollmann, Columbus, Julie & Jim Poeppelman, Versailles, Jenny & Bob Paulus, Versailles, Matt & Darlene Monnin, Russia, Amy & Gary Moeller, New Bremen, Ann & Tim Carlisle, Carlisle, in-laws Kathy Hoehne, Houston, David Leugers, Ft. Collins, CO, Judy & Marvin Wilson, Celina. She was preceded in death by a brother-in-law Edward Hoehne. Sandy was a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, New Bremen. She was a retired Respiratory Therapist. Sandy was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend and will be missed dearly. Due to the COVID 19 virus a private family service will be held be at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. Burial will be at German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to Habitat for Humanity

LEUGERS, Sherri Renee Leugers (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 3 September 2018) Sherri Renee Leugers, age 53, of Celina, passed away Monday, September 3, 2018, at Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. She was born May 12, 1965, in Celina. Her father, Dallas Edward Coats, survives in Celina. Her husband, John Leugers, preceded her in death. Surviving are her children: Gary Coats, Robert Frueh, Greg Beougher, Brandon Hand, Brianna (Ralph) Lawson and Harley Leugers, step-children: Nikki Zahn, John Leugers and David Leugers, five grandchildren, and nine step-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters and a brother: Teresa (Harold) Betz, Stacy (Lloyd) Fields, and Dallas Todd (Sharon) Coats, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. A son, Larry Wine Jr., and brother, Garry Coats, preceded her in death. Sherri was a homemaker, and enjoyed spending time with her family. Other favorite pastimes included watching television, card games, and playing games on her phone. Private Services will be held. Memorial Contributions may be made to the family.

LEVALLEY, Robert Keith LeValley (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1434652) Robert Keith "Bob" LeValley went home to Jesus's loving arms Thursday Sept. 25, 2014 at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born on May 13, 1952 in Middleburg, Ohio to the late Robert Wayne & Mary Keitha (Maurice) LeValley. He is survived by his loving family, sister Rosemary & Russell Hagar of Celina, niece Robyn & Mark Armstrong, nephew Tim & Theresa Hagar both of Celina, nephew John & Coleen LeValley of St. Marys, along with many dear friends from the Neurological Center in Burkettsville, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his brother John LeValley Sr. Bob graduated from Benjamin Logan High School with the class of 1970 and attended the Ohio Northern University. He was a member of the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina and retired from the Mercer Truck Stop as a custodian in 2011. Bob enjoyed participating in all of the activities and trip with his family from the Neurological Center. Funeral services will be Wednesday Oct. 1, 2014, at the Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Graveside burial services will be Wednesday, in the Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery in West Liberty, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Neurological Center, Burkettsville, Ohio or to the State of the Heart Home Health and Hospice of Coldwater, Ohio.

LEVECK, Martha M. Leveck (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 18 June 2013) Martha Marie Leveck, age 88, of Xenia, formerly of St. Marys passed away Friday, June 14, 2013, at Greene Oaks Nursing Center in Xenia. Martha was born on Jan. 2, 1925, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of the late Jobie Hamilton Riley and Anna M. (Erbaugh) Riley. Martha is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Judith Ann Leveck Thompson; grandson, Scott; and sisters, Anna Bernice Smith, Edith Riley, and Margaret Furlong. Martha is survived by her son, James (Linda) Leveck; sister, Ethel L. Barnhart; brothers, Jobie Riley and David M. Riley; grandchildren, Terry, Cindy, Jeff, Angela and Robert; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; along with many other nieces, nephews, and other family members. Martha was an active member of the Church of Brethren, where she enjoyed singing in the choir. After Martha retired, she also enjoyed tutoring adults who could not read. Memorial services will be Thursday at the Donnels Creek Church of the Brethren 6562 Detrick-Jordan Pike Springfield, OH, 45502. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Martha's name to the ALS Foundation or the Alzheimer's foundation. Services are in care of McColaugh Funeral Home Inc. 826 N. Detroit St., Xenia, OH, 45385.

LEVI, Eldon Dale Levi (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 November 2009) Eldon Dale Levi, age 74, of 324 Fayette St. in Celina, died on Thursday, Nov.5, 2009, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. Funeral services will be Monday at the New Life Apostolic Church in Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Life Apostolic Church in Celina.

LEWIS, Carolyn Jean Schamp Lewis (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 November 2015) Carolyn Jean (Schamp) Lewis, age 84, of Washington Township, joined God's kingdom on Monday, Nov. 16, 2015. She was born on Oct. 3, 1931, in St. Marys to the late John and Elma (Schwepe) Schamp. One brother, Larry, preceded her in death. She met her future husband, Robert and they married on Nov. 9, 1957. He preceded her in death in April 2012 after 55 years of marriage. They enjoyed dancing, traveling and sporting events together. Carolyn is survived by 1 son Brent (Melinda) Lewis; 1 daughter Brenda (Frank) Benedict; 6 grandchildren Cathy, Mike (Amber), Julie Lewis, Nathan, Sarah, and Adam Benedict, and one great-grandson Dillon Dabe. Carolyn moved from the family farm to Dayton at the age of 18 years, one day. Carolyn enjoyed working in the secretarial departments of Frigidaire and Elder-Beerman. She will be remembered by her contagious giggles and smiles and her willingness to be a friend to all. Her tender hugs and sincere love will be deeply missed. Funeral service will be Friday at Normandy United Methodist Church, 450 W. Alexandersville-Bellbrook Road, Dayton, OH, 45459. Burial will follow at David's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society , 2808 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH, 45206 https://donate.cancer.org/index or the Alzheimer's Association , 31 W. Whipp Rd., Dayton, OH , 45459. Go to Alz.org/join_the_cause_donate.asp to donate. Tobias Funeral Home, Far Hills Chapel, is in care of arrangements.

LEWIS, David J. Lewis (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 January 2011) David J. Lewis, age 50, of Wapakoneta, died Friday, Jan. 21, 2011, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, following a brief illness. He was born on Dec. 10, 1960, in Lima, the son of James R. and Ella Mae (Ruck) Lewis, and they preceded him in death. He is survived by his sister; his aunt and uncle and several cousins. Funeral services will be Wednesday at St. Paul United Church of Christ, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, in Wapakoneta. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Paul United Church of Christ.

LEWIS, Elizabeth V. Lewis (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Elizabeth “Betty” V. Lewis, 87, of 1805 Winston Drive in St. Marys, OH died Wednesday November 20, 2013 at her residence, with her daughters at her side. She was born April 16, 1927 in Sidney, OH to Albert and Katherine (Mears) Chappie. In 1942, she married Frank Eberle, but became a young widow less than two years later when Frank died while serving his country during the Battle of the Bulge. On June 7, 1947 she then married Ralph “Tubby” A. Lewis, who died January 11, 2004. She is survived by 3 daughters, Sharon (Richard) Wappelhorst of Steele, AL; Sandie (William) Shopp of Salado, TX; Betty (Richard) Burdick of Huntsville, AL; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Katherine Chappie; 1st husband, Frank Eberle; 2nd husband, Ralph “Tubby” Lewis; 1 great- grandson, Matthew Wappelhorst; 2 sisters, Pauline Paulus; Alberta Fannon; and 1 brother, Charles Chappie. She was a homemaker and worked for a number of years in the dietary department of JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and its altar-rosary sodality, and American Legion Post #323 auxiliary, all in St. Marys. Her favorite pastimes included embroidery and traveling to visit her children and grandchildren. A loving mother and a wonderful grandmother, she will be missed immensely by the members of her family. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled Saturday November 23, 2013 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice.

LEWIS, Jean M. Lewis (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 4, 2011) Jean M. Lewis, age 73, died suddenly after a brave fight against a very aggressive cancer on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She had recently returned to Bluffton to enjoy her retirement. She was born on Aug. 30, 1938, the daughter of Charles Bernard Lewis and Catherine Bockrath, and they preceded her in death. She is survived by her sons, Kevin Wagner of Bluffton, Paul (Tina) Wagner of Middletown and Daryl (Wendy) Wagner of Dayton; her grandchildren, James Stefan, Jessica Wagner, Brigitte Wagner, Sarah Wagner, Joe Wagner and Cole Wagner; 1 great-granddaughter, Diamond Wagner; her nephews, Scot Lewis, Brian Lewis and Bob Lewis; and her extended grandchildren, Courtney Peli, Dustin Woost and Aiden Spatola. She was preceded in death by her son, Daniel Wagner; and her brother, James Lewis. She graduated from St. Marys Memorial High School. She became a registered nurse after completing courses at St. Elizabeth’s Nursing School in Dayton. She followed a friend to Cleveland, where she met her former husband, Richard Wagner, on a blind date. She had four sons. She returned to school and obtained a bachelor’s degree in mathematics in 1973 at Bluffton College. She divorced and started her career in geriatric nursing. She gave a lifetime of service as a nurse working for many nursing homes. She retired from Auglaize Acres in Wapakoneta on Oct. 28, after 16 years of service. She devoted her life to the needs of others and was well known for her selfless sacrifices she endured to aid her family and her friends. She was an avid reader and enjoyed quiet times at Grand Lake enjoying a good book. Her favorite author was Agatha Christie. Her passion for words was also displayed in her love of the game of Scrabble. She will be deeply missed There will be a private memorial service for her family and friends. Arrangements are by Chiles-Laman Funeral and Cremation Services in Bluffton.

LEWIS, Phillip M. Lewis (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Phillip M. Lewis, age 55, of 117 South Main St., St. Marys, OH, died at his home on June 25, 2011. He was born September 5, 1955 in Celina, OH, the son of Raymond K. and Nora (Colwell) Lewis. He is survived by 1 daughter, Mahala Lewis of Savannah, GA; 1 granddaughter, Eisabella Bush of Savannah, GA; 1 sister, Bonnie (Bruce) Opperman of Elida, OH; 1 step-sister, Judy (Chuck) Cuffaro of Gold Canyon, AZ; and several nieces. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond K. Lewis; mother, Nora Lewis-Harris; brother, Keith Michael Lewis and his step-father, Paul Harris. Mr. Lewis was a 1973 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys and had attended Wright State University. He was a United States Army Veteran. He had been employed at Safeway Packing where he was a forklift operator. He loved to golf and loved listening to music. He was an avid supporter of the Cleveland Browns and the OSU Buckeyes. He loved his daughter very much and was especially proud of his granddaughter. Funeral rites will be Thursday, July 7, 2011 at Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 315 West High Street, St.Marys, OH.

LEWIS, Robert Lee Lewis (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 12 April 2012) Robert "Bob" Lee Lewis, age 81, of Dayton, joined God's kingdom on Tuesday, April 10, 2012. He was born on Dec. 19, 1930, in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of Fred and Francis (Knight) Lewis, and they preceded him in death. Bob is survived by his wife of 54 years, Carolyn (Schamp) Lewis; a son, Brent of Bellbrook; a daughter, Brenda (Frank) of Dayton; a sister, Mary Miller of Brookville; six grandchildren, Cathy, Mike (Amber) and Julie Lewis and Nathan, Sarah and Adam Benedict and one great- grandson, Dillon Dabe. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Betty Susong, Dorothy Wood and Nancy Grow. Bob graduated from Parker-Cooperative High School in Dayton. He worked hard to achieve the position of project engineer, retiring from Globe Tool and Engineering. His love for nature and the outdoors led Bob to achieve the Boy Scout Eagle rank at the age of 16. His life was filled with all sports: Golf, basketball, softball, volleyball and table tennis. He participated in the Senior Olympics for the last 20 years, earning many state and national gold medals. A funeral service will be Saturday at Normandy United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at David's Cemetery in Kettering. The family wishes to thank the Alzheimer's Association and Hospice of Dayton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the aforementioned or to Normandy United Methodist Church. Tobias Funeral Home-Far Hills Chapel is in care of arrangements.

LEWIS, Victor L. Lewis (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Victor L. Lewis, 57, of 100 Walnut Shore Drive, Celina, Ohio, and formerly of Piqua, died Thursday, May 20, 2010, at his residence of an apparent suicide. He was born September 14, 1952, in Dayton, the son of Ivan and Frances (Hupp) Lewis, and they preceded him in death. He married Evelyn “Stevie” Stephenson on September 15, 2007. She survives in Saint Marys, Ohio. He is also survived by 2 daughters: Angie (Harry) Jones of Piqua; April (Brandon Foster) Lewis of Piqua; by his step-children: Micah (Rachel) Bertholomey of Piqua; Jessica Faller Hinkle of Saint Marys; Richard Marley of Saint Marys; Brad Hageman of Celina; Greg Faller of Toledo; by 15 grandchildren; by 2 sisters: Gloria (Dale) Bashore of Troy; Sharon Lewis of Troy; and 1 brother, Chris Lewis of Casstown, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents and by an infant sister, Karen Lewis. Vic was a 1970 graduate of Piqua Central High School. He had worked at Hammer Graphics for 32 years, where he was a press operator. He later worked at Reynolds and Reynolds in Celina. He was a fan of the Cleveland Browns, enjoyed boating, hunting, fishing, cruising in his golf cart, spending time with his grandchildren and hanging out with his friends at the Celina Moose. He was an avid bowler who had rolled two 300 games. He was a member of Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church in Celina. Memorial donations may be directed to the Auglaize County Cancer Association.

LEWIS, William Lewis (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 October 2015) William "Gene" Lewis, age 88, St. Marys, died at his home in on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015. He was born on Sept. 23, 1927, in Germantown to Ralph J. and Minnie (Ramey) Lewis, both preceded him in death. He served his country in the United States Marines during the World War II era. He retired as a correctional officer at Lebanon Correctional Institution, Lebanon, after 14 years of service. Private funeral services will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cisco Funeral Home, St. Marys.

LEY, Bruce Karlton Ley (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 1 November 2017) Bruce K. Ley, age 65, of 609 Echo Street, Celina, OH, died Wednesday, November 1, 2017, at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born January 18, 1952, in Dayton, OH, the son of Lavern and Delores (Wagoner) Ley. He is survived by 2 daughters: Michelle (Kevin) Grilliot of Wapakoneta; Heather (Ryan Phillips) Mullins of Celina; 3 grandchildren: Kaden, Dylan and Bryan; by 2 great- grandchildren: Athena and Addyson; his siblings: Darrell (Tina) Batner of Ludlow Falls, OH; Mike Batner of Versailles, OH; Cheryl (Brian) Fogle of Montezuma, OH; and four step-sisters: Kristy (Randy) Campbell; Karen (Eric) Tucker; Karla Hollenbach and Kim Batner. He was preceded in death by his parents and by a brother, Brian Batner. Bruce retired from Thunderbird in Decatur, IN. He enjoyed woodworking, especially clocks. He loved birds. Private family memorial services will be held. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Miller Funeral Home, Saint Marys.

LEY, Dennis W. Ley (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=73166338_DLey) Dennis W. Ley, age 52, of Coldwater, Ohio, died unexpectedly on Friday, August 10, 2018 at his home in Coldwater. He was born April 7, 1966 in Lima to Dennis Ley of Shawnee and Juanita (Simpson) Dunson of Delphos. On September 24, 1988, Dennis married Kim (Moser) and she still resides in Coldwater. He is survived by children, Kory Ley of Rockford and Natasha & Mitchell Lopez of Greenville; step-mother, Lynn Ley of Shawnee; mother and father in-law, Wade & Barbara Moser of Bluffton; and siblings, Steve & Annette Ley, Michael Ley, and Christy Moening. He is preceded in death by his step-father Cliff Dunson. Dennis was a member of the Calvary Christian Fellowship in St. Marys, Ohio. He was an avid runner, triathlete, and enjoyed sharing his passion for the Columbus Blue Jackets with his family. He worked for the Crown Equipment Company in New Bremen in plant 3. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater.

LHAMON, Dean Lhamon (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dean Lhamon, 86, of 131 North Perry Street, St; Marys, OH, died Sunday, December 16, 2007, at Joint Township Hospital. He was born December 10, 1921, in Auglaize County, OH, the son of Clarence “Tim” and Magdalena (Loegel) Lhamon. He married Norma Meckstroth on December 10, 1945; she survives at the residence. He is survived by daughters, Barbara Lhamon of Lorain, OH; Denise (Dave) Wirrig of Greensburg, IN; sons, Mike (Sharon) Lhamon of St. Marys, OH; and Tim Lhamon of St. Marys, OH; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; a brother, Doyle Lhamon of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter, an infant grandson, and a daughter-in-law, Pam Lhamon. Dean was a 1939 graduate of Neptune High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army Air Corps, having served in the Pacific Theatre during WWII. He was the owner of S and S Radio and TV in St. Marys and he later worked as a repair technician at Hall’s Appliance in St. Marys. He was a member of VFW Post 9289, American Legion Post 323 and Eagles Lodge 767, all in St. Marys. He was the coach of the American Legion baseball team for many years, as well as coaching little league baseball in Saint Marys. He was a fan of the Cincinnati Reds and enjoyed gardening and working on the family farm. He was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys.

LHAMON, Dennis D. Lhamon (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – April 11, 2014) Dennis D. “Denny” Lhamon, age 56, of St. Marys, died Thursday, April 10, 2014 at his residence. He was born on Sept. 4, 1957, in St. Marys, to Doyle M. and Doris M. (Howell) Lhamon who preceded him in death. Survivors include 2 daughters, Melinda (Nick Oliver) Lhamon, of South Carolina, and Lianna Lhamon of Oregon; 3 sisters, Sandra (Jeff) Mitchell, of Wapakoneta, Virginia Flayhart of Arizona, and Christine (Nolan) Fisher, of St. Paris; 2 aunts, Norma Lhamon, of St. Marys, and Ruth Loegel, of Georgia; and numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Denny was a 1975 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. He was a lifelong farmer and mechanic who worked for 23 years at the Auglaize County Highway Department. He always had a positive attitude and looked for the best in everyone. He also enjoyed telling jokes and putting a smile on everyone’s face. Funeral services are scheduled to Monday at Schlosser Funeral Home and Cremation Services, in Wapakoneta. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice or the American Cancer Society.

LHAMON, Doyle M. Lhamon (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Doyle M. Lhamon, 88, of 875 Meadow Lane in St. Marys, OH died Thursday March 14, 2013 at JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. He was born May 14, 1924 in Marion, OH to Clarence and Magdalena (Loegel) Lhamon. He was first married to Doris M. Howell, who died July 13, 1975. He later married Mary Elizabeth Fiebelkorn, who survives. He is also survived by 3 daughters, Sandra (Jeff) Mitchell of Wapakoneta, OH; Virginia Flahart of Mesa, AZ; Christine (Nolan) Fisher of St. Paris, OH; 1 son, Dennis Lhamon of St. Marys, OH; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 1 step-daughter, Chris (Steve) Storer of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Magdalena Lhamon; 1st wife, Doris Lhamon; grandson, Randall Richard Rostorfer; and a brother, Dean Lhamon. He attended St. Marys Memorial High School and was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during World War II. A life-long farmer, he also worked as a production employee for Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. for 35 years. He was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Glynwood, OH and VFW Post # 9289 and American Legion Post # 323, both in St. Marys. He enjoyed restoring antique tractors, attending auctions and spending time at his winter home in Palmetto, FL. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday March 18, 2013 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Burial, with full graveside military honors, will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH.

LHAMON, Trinity Rose Lhamon (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 23 March 2016) Trinity Rose “Rosey” Lhamon, age 10, of Waynesfield grew her wings the morning of Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at her residence. She was born March 10, 2006 in Lima, to Shawn M. & Amanda S. (Lhamon) Doty, who survive in Waynesfield. Survivors include her grandparents, Joe Lhamon, Elaine Tilton, Charlie & Sally Doty, Joe & Shelva Gilroy; great-grandmothers, Wanda Shaw and Joann Sheets; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Trinity grew her wings with her sister, Keelin. Trinity was Keelin’s “mother hen”, the sisters were truly inseparable. The girls loved their parents with all their hearts, wrestling with dad was their nightly ritual. They grew up loving the fresh air and being outdoors… riding bikes and four wheelers, shooting their guns, and building hay forts in the barn with their friends. Time spent inside revolved around Monster High Dolls, Legos, and watching Ridiculousness. These lyrics from Trinity’s favorite artist, Katy Perry, express the bond between Trinity & Keelin “'Cause I understand you, we see eye to eye, like a double rainbow in the sky. And wherever you go, so will I, 'cause a double rainbow is hard to find.” She was preceded in death by her grandfather, John T. “Jack” Tilton and great-grandparents, Charles & Dixie Doty, Charles G. Sheets, Samuel F. Shaw, Glen & Rose Lhamon. Trinity was a fourth grader at Waynesfield-Goshen Elementary School, where she was an Honor Roll Student and involved in the Spelling Bee. She was also very active with the Waynesfield All Around Livestock 4-H Club, where she enjoyed showing rabbits. She aspired to become a veterinarian. During her quiet moments, Trinity loved Littlest Pet Shop, reading books, and watching scary movies. A community memorial service will be Monday, March 28, 2016 at the Waynesfield-Goshen High School Gymnasium. The family has requested those attending to wear purple and orange, which were the girls’ favorite colors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity & Keelin Doty Benefit Account, at any branch of Superior Credit Union. These donations will be used to create a 4-H Scholarship in their memory. A private family burial will take place at a later date at Willow Branch Cemetery. The family has entrusted Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services to handle the arrangements.

LICHTLE, Anthony Edward Lichtle (Abstracted from the Lima News, May 3, 1981) UNIOPOLIS - Anthony Edward Lichtle II, 5½ months old of here, died Friday at the Medical College of Ohio Hospital, Toledo, of a congenital heart problem. He was born Nov. 17, 1980 in Lima, the son of Anthony E- and Tamara Lee Beal Lichtle, who survive at home. Survivors include a sister, Kate Elizabeth Lichtle at home; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Lichtie of Mansfield; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Vivian Martin of Mansfield; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Beal of Mansfield, and Mr. and Mrs. Larry Hardin of Columbus; paternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Myrtle Shoup of Mansfield; maternal great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Hill of Columbus. Services will be at Bayliff and Son Funeral Home, Cridersville. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery.

LICHTY, Ruth E. Hays Lichty (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 February 2011) Ruth E. Hays Lichty, age 92, of Spencerville, died Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011, in the Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center after fighting cancer since February 2005. She was born on July 15, 1918, in Spencerville, the daughter of Frank E. and Inez E. Jacobs Hays, and they preceded her in death. On Sept. 18, 1943, she married Jay R. Lichty in Norfolk, VA, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 23, 1968. She is survived by two daughters, Marilyn Kay (Steve) Haller, Margo Ann (Gary) Metzger, both of Spencerville; 3 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her sister. Funeral services were Monday in the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home, Spencerville. Burial followed in the Spencerville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Spencerville UCC Scholarship and Loan Program or to the Spencerville Historical Society.

LIENING, Jonas Lester Liening (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – September 10, 2013) Jonas Lester Liening, age 38, of Lexington, KY, died suddenly Friday, Sept. 6, 2013, at Central Baptist Hospital Lexington, KY. He was born on Sept. 5, 1975, to the late Thomas J. and the late Marlene F. (Oldiges) Liening. He married Marlena Sue Schott on May 25, 2002. She survives in Lexington, KY. He is also survived by children Jaxson Thomas Liening and Ava Sue Liening, both at home; his in-laws, Sue Ellen Reese and stepfather James Reese; brothers and sisters, Gail and Craig Burns of Mason, Steve and Mary Liening of Minster, Sue and Luke Albers, of Minster, and Patrick Liening of Minster. A Celebration of Jonas’ life will by Saturday at Four Seasons Park, Shelter House 2 in Minster, with friends sharing stories. The family requests that instead of flowers or gifts to make a donation to the Ava and Jaxson Liening Scholarship Fund, c/o Minster Bank 95 W. Fourth St., Minster, OH, 45865. Arrangements are entrusted with Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster.

LIENING, Marlene F. Liening (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 27, 2012) Marlene F. Liening, age 72, of 12570 State Route 362, died Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. She was born on June 28, 1939, in Minster, to Herman and Philomena (Ruhenkamp) Oldiges, and they preceded her in death. On June 23, 1962, in Minster, she married Thomas Liening, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 1, 1979. She is survived by her children, Gayle (Craig) Burns of Mason, Steve (Mary) Liening of Minster, Sue (Luke) Albers of Minster, Patrick W. Liening of Minster and Jonas (Marlena) Liening of Lexington, KY; 8 grandchildren; 1 brother; and 1 sister-in- law. She was preceded in death by a brother. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at St. Augustine Church. Burial will follow in St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster is handling the arrangements.

LIESNER, Jean Liesner (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421074) Jean Liesner, age 63, of Chickasaw died Thursday, December 26, 2013 at her home. She was born on February 18, 1950 in St. Sebastian, Ohio to the late Richard & Imelda (Schoenherr) Heckman. She married Frank Liesner on October 14, 1972 in St. Sebastian. He survives in Chickasaw. She is also survived by daughter Kristina Poff, St. Marys and son Michael & Anisha Liesner, Columbus, grandchildren Braeden Liesner & Morgan Poff, brothers & sisters, Werner & Elaine Heckman, Maria Stein, Mary Ann & Vern Bohman, Russia, Karen & Roger Evers, Celina, Jan & Jeff Gottschalk, Minster, Paul & Annette Heckman, Maria Stein, sister-in-law Bonnie & Gary Garrison. She was preceded in death by brother Tom Heckman. She was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church, Chickasaw, Ladies Sodality, Mercer County Right to Life and a CCD teacher. She did Medical Research and fund raising for L.A.M. Foundation and medical research for the National Institutes of Health. She worked at Spoltman's Hardware & Chickasaw Post Office. She was studying interior design before her illness. She loved her grandchildren, reading, making blankets and taking her grandson on golf cart rides and socializing. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, December 30, 2013 at Precious Blood Catholic Church. Burial will take place in Precious Blood Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorial contributions may be made to the L.A.M. Foundation.

LIESNER, Jean M. Liesner (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Jean M. Liesner, 78, of 1807 Winston Place in St. Marys, OH (formerly of Glynwood, OH), died Monday April 23, 2007 at the JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. She was born January 9, 1929 in Minster, OH to Ralph & Marie (Kohnen) Poeppelman. On November 4, 1950 in Minster, OH she married Paul B. Liesner, who died February 21, 1998. She is survived by daughters Darlene Liesner of Dallas, TX; Sandra Liesner of Springboro, OH; Dr. Cathy (Steve) Liesner-Miller of Dayton, OH; Tammy (Paul) Nottingham of Groton, MA; sons, Kevin (Linda) Liesner of Massilon, OH; Kurt (Catherine) Liesner of Prairie Village, KS; 12 grandchildren: Wendy Jennings, Justin Davis, Jacob Liesner, Casey Miller, Austin Miller, Benjamin Nottingham, Stuart Nottingham, Nicole Nottingham, Michael Liesner, Jennifer Giesler, Melissa Sullivan, Katherine Liesner; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Doris Mae Poeppelman of Dayton, OH; sister-in-law, Sandra Poeppelman of St. Marys, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Richard Poeppelman, and brother Dale Poeppelman. She was a 1946 graduate of Minster High School and was a homemaker. She was a loving and nurturing mother who greatly enjoyed her grand and great-grandchildren. She was passionate about playing cards and cooking. She was active in the Auglaize Co. Senior Citizens and the Democratic Party of Auglaize Co. She was a member of the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Glynwood, OH. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled Friday April 27, 2007 at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the St. Thomas Cemetery in Glynwood. Memorial contributions may be directed to either the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church or the Auglaize Co. Senior Citizens.

LIESS, Eugene W. Liess (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 13 July 2015) Eugene "Gene" W. Liess, age 83, of Anna, died Saturday, July 11, 2015, at The Pavilion. He was born on May 30, 1932, in Salem Township, the son of the late Melvy and Donna (Knasel) Liess. On March 1, 1968, he married Rosemary (Reeves) Liess, who preceded him in death on Nov. 12, 2000. Eugene is survived by 1 son, James (Laurie) Liess of Anna; by 3 daughters; Rita Burke of Minister, Kay (Bob) Leighty of South Carolina and Lori (Jeff) Hoelscher of St. Marys; by 10 grandchildren, 11 great- grandchildren, and 1 sister, Mildred Hughes of Sidney. He was preceded in death by one sister, Rose Spence. Mr. Liess was a master mechanic at Copeland Corporation and retired after 47 years. Eugene served in the Army 2nd Division in the Korean War. He was awarded numerous awards: Korean Service Ribbon with two Bronze Service Stars, National Defense Service Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, United Nations Service Medal, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, Certificate and Medal of Ambassador for Peace. He was a member of St. Jacob Lutheran Church, American Legion, VFW, and was a 15 gallon blood donor. Funeral services will be Thursday at Cromes Funeral Home 302 S. Main Ave, Sidney. Burial will follow at Pearl Cemetery in Swanders. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests that memorials be made to St. Jacob Lutheran Church, 101 W. Main St., Anna, OH, 45302, and Anna Rescue, 203 S. Linden Ave., Anna, OH, 45302.

LIETTE, Clarine P. Liette (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1533345) Clarine P. Liette, age 96, formerly of St. Henry, died on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at Clare Bridge of Greenville. She was born March 17, 1918 in Allen Twp., Darke County, to the late George & Rose Matilda (Stammen) Buehler. On April 26, 1941, she married Clarence Liette, who died September 8, 2002. She is survived by seven children, Patricia & Jerome Clune of Maria Stein, Daniel & Veronica Liette of Huber Heights, Tom Liette & Deb Wagner of St. Henry, Richard & Dixie Liette of Tipp City, Joyce & Matthew Hart of Greenville, June & Tom Eisert of Lima, and Kenneth & Deborah Liette of Union City, 19 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters, Mary Thobe of Maria Stein and Phyllis & Cyril Evers of St. Henry, and in-laws, Marcene Buehler of Ft. Recovery, Kate Dues of St. Henry and Mary Liette of Burkettsville. She is preceded in death by a daughter-in- law, Dottie Liette, brothers and sisters, Clarence & Rose Buehler, Evelyn & Ben Bruening, Walter & Alvina Buehler, Dorothy & Alvin Raterman, Virginia & Bob Stupp and Ed Buehler and in-laws, Werner Thobe, Edward Post, Emerita & Andrew Greer, Dorothy Schaefer, Loretta & Bob Stammen, Rosa & Leon Hein, Bill & Ruth Liette, Cy Dues, Hubert Liette, Marge & Joe Schmidt, and Norbert & Sally Liette. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, its Ladies Sodality and its Prayer Chain. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, March 5, 2015 at St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry, Ohio. Burial will follow in the St. Louis Cemetery, North Star, Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Brookdale Hospice, Greenville.

LIETTE, David E. Liette (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 December 2016) David E. Liette, age 64, 2286 Celina Road, St. Marys, Ohio, died Sunday, December 11, 2016, in the emergency department of Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. He was born on Dec. 17, 1951, in Mercer County to Norbert and Marcella (Borgert) Liette. On July 10, 1971, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys, he married Nancy J. Liming, who survives. He is also survived by: sons Todd (Shelly) Liette of St. Marys, Greg (Mandy) Liette of St. Marys, and Ted Liette of St. Marys; daughter Jill (Josh) McCullough of St. Marys; by eight grandchildren: Nathan McCullough, Keegan Liette, Carter Liette, Sasha Liette, Shalynn Liette, Cayden McCullough, Colton McCullough, Caitlin Liette; his brothers-in-law Gary (JoAnn) Liming of St. Marys and Joey Liming of St. Marys; and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by: parents Norbert and Marcella Liette; a brother Roger Liette; a brother Gary Liette; parents-in-law Ervin and Mary Jane Liming; brothers-in-law James and S. Andrew Liming. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1970) and attended Waldorf College in Forest City, IA. He was a life-long dairy farmer. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. His favorite pastimes included trapshooting, golfing, gambling, playing softball, listening to Reba McEntire and spending time with his close friends. Dave will be remembered first and foremost as a devoted family man who took great pride in his wife, children and grandchildren. Secondly, for his interest and dedication to his herd of Holstein dairy cattle. A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled to be Saturday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 51 E. Spring St. in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

LIETTE, Ella Mae Liette (Abstracted from Obituary | Ella Mae Liette of Chickasaw, Ohio | N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. (hogenkampfh.com)) Ella Mae Liette, age 87, of Chickasaw, died Friday, November 27, 2020 at Celina Manor. She was born May 30, 1933 in Cassella to the late Peter & Sophia (Speck) Ranly. On July 13, 1955, she married Ralph Liette and he survives in Chickasaw. She is also survived by children, Terry (Cindy) Liette of Coldwater, Carol (Ron) Siefring of Celina, Dave (Cheryl) Liette of Troy, Randy (Joann) Liette of Chickasaw and Gerry (Nancy) Liette of Virginia Beach, VA; 16 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and a brother Donald Ranly of Columbia, MO. She is preceded in death by siblings and in-laws, Alvina (Walter) Klosterman, Norbert (Ethel) Ranly, Fr. Victor Ranly, Sr. Teresa Joseph, Hilda (Florus) (Rosemary) Obringer, Paul (Erma) (Marie) Ranly, Lucille (Ben) Droesch, Orville (Alma) Ranly, Arthur (Eileen) Ranly, Rita (Ray) Flaute, Fr. Ernest Ranly and Joann (Don) Ranly. She was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church in Chickasaw and the ladies rosary altar sodality. Ella Mae graduated from St. John High School in Maria Stein in 1951, she worked as a cook at Marion Local High School and enjoyed cooking, baking, fishing and traveling. Mass of Christian Burial following all CDC guidelines will be at Precious Blood Church. Burial will follow in Precious Blood Cemetery, Chickasaw. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association or Parkinson’s Foundation. Arrangements by Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater.

LIETTE, Gary L. Liette (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Gary L. Liette, 61, of 02561 Greenville Road in rural St. Marys, OH died Monday January 5, 2009 in the emergency department at the JTDM Hospital, following a sudden illness. He was born August 29, 1947 in Celina, OH to Norbert and Marcella “Sally” (Borgert) Liette. On February 14, 1998, he married Susan Kay McKinney, who survives. Additional survivors include 1 son, Denny Liette of St. Marys, OH; 2 daughters, Marcy (Dan) Wietholter of St. Marys, OH; Cindy (Luke) Wolfe of Coldwater, OH; 1 step- daughter, Nicole (Jamey) Wycuff of St. Marys, OH; 2 step-sons, Christopher (Shawnda) Cain of Ft. Wayne, IN; Shawn McKinney of Los Angeles, IN; 5 grandchildren; 1 brother, David (Nancy) Liette of St. Marys, OH; 1 sister-in-law, Maureen (Mark) Liette-Franzer of St. Marys, OH; and his mother-in-law, Barbara Braun of Monroe, IN. He was preceded in death by: parents, a brother Roger Liette, and his father-in-law Richard Braun. He was a 1965 graduate of Memorial High School in St. Marys. He was a life-long grain, dairy and swine farmer. He was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church and Eagles Lodge Aerie # 767, both in St. Marys, and the American Trapshooters’ Association. An avid outdoorsman, Gary enjoyed trapshooting, fishing, golfing and all types of hunting. He was also an enthusiastic supporter of both Ducks Unlimited and Pheasants Forever. A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled Saturday January 10, 2009 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 “Archery in the Schools” program for Auglaize Co.

LIETTE, Mary K. Liette (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/mary-liette) Mary K. Liette, age 91, of Burkettsville passed away Saturday May 25, 2019 at Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, IN. She was born on October 15, 1927 in Burkettsville, OH to the late Henry & Agnes (Reier) Siefring. On April 12, 1950 she married Hubert “Pete” Liette, and he passed away on February 11, 2007. Mary is survived by children and in-laws; Dean & Vivian Liette of New Weston, Deb & Dave Homan of Fort Recovery, Vickie & Kipp Burgermeister of Portland, IN, and Joyce Liette of Versailles, as well as 16 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Mary is also survived by siblings and in-laws; Mildred Mendenhall, Eulalia Zumberger, Jeannette & Paul Lennartz, Virginia & Robert Schaefer, Irene Siefring and Catherine Dues. In addition to her husband and parents, Mary was preceded in death by a son, Mike Liette, a granddaughter, Rachel Brackman, and a great grandson Liam Liette, her siblings and in-laws, Alfreda & Ralph Rose, Aloys & Hilda Siefring, Cyril & Romilda Siefring, Herbert Siefring, Florentine Siefring, Esther & Victor Wuebker, Lucille & Leon Kramer, Elmer (Rita) Siefring, Ronald Mendenhall, John Zumberger, Walter Evers, Norbert & Sally Liette, Frank Liette, Clarence & Clarene Liette, Wilfred & Ruth Liette, Loretta & Bob Stammen, Marjorie & Joe Schmidt, Emerita & Andrew Greer, Dorothy Liette, Rosa & Leon Heyne, and Cy Dues. She was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville, and the Ladies Guild. She enjoyed cooking meals for her family, playing cards, traveling, and ballroom dancing. She was a very faithful woman and always had her rosary. She will be remembered and missed by her family and friends, and especially be remembered for her love of family and her famous pies. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Bernard Church. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

LIETTE, Nancy J. Liming Liette (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ I January 2019) Nancy J. Liette, age 66, of rural St. Marys, OH died Tuesday January 1, 2019 at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, OH. She was born July 8, 1952 in Fairborn, OH to Ervin and Maryjane (Webster) Liming. On July 10, 1971 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys, OH she married David Liette, who died December 11, 2016. Survivors include 3 sons Todd (Shelly) Liette; Greg (Mandy) Liette; Ted Liette all of St. Marys, OH; 1 daughter Jill (Josh) McCullough of St. Marys, OH; 8 grandchildren: Nathan McCullough, Keegan Liette, Carter Liette, Sasha Liette, Shalynn Liette, Cayden McCullough, Colton McCullough, Caitlin Liette; 1 brother Gary (Joann) Liming of St. Marys and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: parents Ervin and Maryjane Liming; husband David Liette; brother James Liming; brother "Big Andy" Liming; and brother Joey Liming. She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1970). She was a homemaker and farm wife. Her favorite pastimes included cooking, painting, camping and going to casinos to play the slot machines with Dave. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Nancy was loyal, fun-loving and possessed a unique ability to make people feel special and appreciated. She will be dearly missed by her family and close friends.

LIETTE, Ruth A. Liette (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Ruth A. Liette, 87, formerly of 1215 Kimberly Drive in St. Marys, OH died Tuesday June 22, 2010 at JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. She was born April 29, 1923 in St. Marys, OH to Otis and Nora (Koehn) Fannon, Sr. On July 1, 1940, she married Wilfred C. “Bill” Liette, who died January 4, 2010. She is survived by 3 sons, Ronald (Julia) Liette of Hamilton, OH; James A. (Judith) Liette; William (Jean) Liette both of Tipp City, OH; 8 grandchildren: Ronda (John) Black, Brian (Jamie) Liette, Tara (Phil) Ciulla, James C. (Angie) Liette, Katherine (Nick) Stute, Timothy A. (Diane) Liette, Justin Liette, Alex Liette; 13 great-grandchildren: Eric Black, Lydia Black, Garret Liette, Conner Liette, Sophia Ciulla, Isabella Ciulla, Jacob Liette, Joseph Liette, Nicole Stute, Rachel Stute, Molly Stute, Taylor Liette, Abigail Liette; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Otis and Nora Fannon, Sr; husband, Wilfred C. “Bill” Liette; 1 daughter, Judith Ann Liette; 1 brother Otis Fannon Jr.; and 2 infant sisters. She retired from Joint Twp. District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, where she worked in the central supply and sterilization department. A farm wife, she also assisted in the operation of the family farm on the south side of Grand Lake St. Marys. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. Ruth was a very devoted and loving mother and a compassionate friend to all. Her faith and her family were the cornerstones of her life. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Other favorite pastimes included fishing and playing cards. An excellent cook, she was well-known for her fried chicken. Mass of Christian Burial is Monday June 28, 2010 at 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 Grand Lake Hospice program.

LIETTE, Wilfred C. Liette (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Wilfred C. “Bill” Liette, 92, of 1215 Kimberly Drive in St. Marys, OH died Monday January 4, 2010 at JTDM Hospital in St.Marys. He was born October 29, 1917 in Yorkshire, OH to Franklin and Lydia (Borches) Liette. On July 1, 1940, he married Ruth A. Fannon. He is survived by his wife, Ruth A. Liette of St. Marys, OH; 3 sons, Ronald (Julia) Liette of Hamilton, OH; James A. (Judith) Liette; William (Jean) Liette both of Tipp City, OH; 8 grandchildren: Ronda Black, Brian Liette, Tara Ciulla, James C. Liette, Katherine Stute, Timothy A. Liette, Justin Liette, Alex Liette; 13 great-grandchildren: Eric Black, Lydia Black, Garret Liette, Conner Liette, Sophia Ciulla, Isabella Ciulla, Jacob Liette, Joseph Liette, Nicole Stute, Rachel Stute, Molly Stute, Taylor Liette, Abigail Liette; 4 sisters, Loretta Stammen of North Star, OH; Catherine “Kate” Dues of St. Henry, OH; Marjorie (Joe) Schmidt of Anna, OH; and Charlene (Curly) Pearson of Ft. Recovery, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, Franklin and Lydia Liette; daughter, Judith Ann Liette; brother, Norbert Liette; brother, Hubert Liette; brother, Clarence Liette; brother, Franklin Liette;sister, Emerita Grier; sister, Dorothy Schafer; and sister, Rosie Hein. He was a lifelong farmer in St.Marys Twp. in Auglaize Co., and also retired from STAMCO in New Bremen, OH, where he was a tool maker. His memberships included Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys and American Trapshooting Assoc. in Dayton, OH. He was an avid trapshooter and also enjoyed fishing. Bill was an faithful and honest, hard-working man whose word was bond. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled Monday January 11 2010 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church 511 E. Spring Street in St.Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to either: Holy Rosary Catholic School or Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

LIETZ, Myrtle Mae Lietz (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Myrtle Mae Lietz, 92, formerly of 601 South Main Street, Saint Marys, and a resident of the Saint Marys Living Center, died Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at the Saint Marys Living Center. She was born May 6, 1919, in Clay Twp, Auglaize County, OH, the daughter of Osborn and Nancy (Brackney) Dudgeon. She married Ned Lietz on December 16, 1939 and he preceded her in death on July 21, 1999. She is survived by her children: James (Carol) Lietz of Dickson, TN; Faye (James) Hirt of Holland, MI; Donna (Dean) Kentner of Wapakoneta, OH; by 7 grandchildren: Mark Lietz; Michael Lietz; Melissa Lietz; Julie Fleming; Brenda Pratt; Angela Meyer; Michael Kentner; by 10 great-grandchildren; and by a sister-in-law, Cameo Dudgeon of Wapakoneta. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a granddaughter, Michelle Lietz; 2 sisters: Ethel Lamson and Opal Kaeck; 3 brothers: Leslie Dudgeon, Leonard Dudgeon, and Wilbur Dudgeon; by a great-grandson, Charlie Pratt. Myrtle was a homemaker. She was a member of Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in Saint Marys, and the Women’s Guild of the church. She was a member of the Saint Marys Senior Citizens. She will be remembered as a person who enjoyed helping others and was always generous with her time. Funeral rites will be Saturday, September 10, 2011, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial donations may be given to Grand Lake Hospice.

LIETZ, Robert C. Lietz (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 16 October 2009) Robert "Bob" C. Lietz, age 81, of Wapakoneta, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, at St. Rita's Medical Center. Born in St. Marys on July 31, 1928, Bob was the son of Dewey Lietz and Goldie (Hole) Lietz Waldo. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, William Lietz. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Betty (Fisher) Lietz. Other survivors include his daughter, Susan (Ron) Cartwright of Powell, sister Nellie Montgomery of Wapakoneta, sisters-in-law Linda Fisher of Yellow Springs and Charlotte (Copeland) Fisher of Wapakoneta, two grandchildren Aaron Shafer and Riley Cartwright, both of Powell, and numerous nieces and nephews. A 1946 graduate of Blume High School, Bob attended Ben Franklin University in Washington, DC and the Northwest School of Business (now University of Northwest Ohio). Bob lived for two years in Washington, DC and worked for the FBI as a file researcher. Upon returning to Auglaize County, he obtained his Realtor license, worked for the City Loan of Bellefontaine and the Artwood Handle Company. He began his banking career with the First National Bank of Wapakoneta in 1961 and was elected officer in 1964. When that organization became part of First Banc Group, he was named Executive Vice President and assumed a position on the Board of Directors. In 1972, he was elected President and Chief Executive Office of Bank One, Wapakoneta, and served in that capacity for 19 years. He retired the position of Vice Chairman of Bank One, Lima, in 1993 after a 32 year association with Bank One. Other business affiliations and associations include membership on the Greenlawn Cemetery Board, Haus Helms Foundation, Wapakoneta Country Club, Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce Council and participation on the Wapakoneta Area Economic Development Committee. He was also a member and past chair of the Dorothy Love Retirement Center Board of Directors. He served as clerk of Wapakoneta City Council. He served on the Board of the Telephone Service Company (TSC). He was involved with the Auglaize County Regional Planning Commission, the Wapakoneta Area Community Foundation, the Auglaize County Airport Authority and the Aug-Mer Tourist Council. He served as co-chairman of the new building campaign for the Wapakoneta Family YMCA. Bob was a supporter of Wapakoneta schools serving as a coordinator for several building levies. Bob was a member of the First English Lutheran Church and was a past member of the church council. Additionally, Bob was a member of the church Finance and Budget Committees as well as several building campaign committees. He was active in other community and civic organizations including the Elks Lodge and Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was a member of the Rotary Club and served as a past president and became a Paul Harris Fellow. He was a member of the Masons of Ohio and past Master of Hamer Lodge #167, the Wapakoneta Chapter 183 R.A.M., and the 32nd degree Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Dayton. Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, 1102 Lincoln Avenue (State Route 501), Wapakoneta is handling the arrangements. Graveside service will be at Greenlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First English Lutheran Church, Wapakoneta.

LIGGETT, Larry George Liggett (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 4 October 2017) Larry George Liggett, age 72, of St. Marys, died Monday, Oct. 2, 2017, at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born on Oct. 7, 1944, in Celina to George and Margaret (Miller) Liggett. He is survived by sons, Larry George Liggett Jr., David Liggett, Michael Liggett all three of St. Marys; Joseph Liggett of Tennessee and Dustin both of Tennessee; daughter, Traci Liggett of St. Marys; stepdaughter, Deneen Rhodenbaugh of St. Marys; brothers, Ronnie Dunlap of Lima, Frank Dunlap of St. Marys and Robert Dunlap of St. Marys; sister, Jeannine McCann of St. Marys; and by numerous grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, George Liggett; mother, Margaret Dunlap; stepfather, Robert Dunlap; sister, Marsha Dunlap, and by a daughter, Shelly Liggett. Before becoming disabled, Mr. Liggett worked for Buddy Turpin Construction, St. Marys Foundry Co. and Lewis and Michael Corp., all in St. Marys. An avid outdoorsman, he was passionate about hunting, trapping and fishing. He also enjoyed rooting for the Cleveland Browns football team. Funeral rites are scheduled to be Saturday at Miller - Long and Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High St. Chapel), in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys.

LILES, Bethel Liles (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Bethel Liles, 91, formerly of 2100 Celina Road in St. Marys, OH, died Friday October 9, 2009 at the Golden Living Center - Valley in St. Marys. She was born May 5, 1918 in Martin, KY to Elkaner and Emma Lou (Keaton) Frazier. She was married to Warner Liles, who died July 6, 1967. Survivors include 1 sister Mary Jean (Robert) Hall of St. Marys, OH; 1 sister-in-law Annalea Frazier of St. Marys, OH; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: parents, husband, 3 brothers E.K. Frazier, Jr., Russell Frazier, Dale Frazier and 1 sister Louise Sparks. Her was a 1939 graduate of Martin High School and also graduated from Jacobs Business College in Paintsville, KY. She had worked at a shipyard in Baltimore, MD, during WWII, and later retired as a production employee from the General Motors Co. in Dayton, OH She was a member of the Church of Christ in Montezuma, OH. She enjoyed music, dancing, reading and solving crossword puzzles. Services are scheduled Tuesday October 13, 2009 at the Miller - Long & Folk Funeral Home 314 W. High Street in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Bear Creek Cemetery, in Trotwood, OH.

LILLY, E. Berniece Lilly (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 November 2010) E. Berniece Lilly, age 87, of 814 Echo St., Celina, died Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at Celina Manor Nursing Home in Celina. She was born in Mount Vernon, TX, the daughter of Everett and Lottie M. (Taylor) Smith, and they preceded her in death. On Oct. 5, 1940, she married Alvin Lilly, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 10, 1959. She is survived by her daughter, Edith (Dennis) Klingler of New Bremen; two grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Jack Smith, Johnny Smith, Russell Smith; her sisters, Orelia Dull, Dorothy Shreves and a great-granddaughter. She was a retired clerk at the Brodbecks Celina store and attended Mount Tabor Church of God. She was a member of the Celina Moose, VFW and Eagles. Funeral services will be Saturday at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will be held at Swamp College Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice.

LILLY, Lyn Ann Lilly (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 August 2015) Lyn Ann Lilly, age 63, of 743 Gordon Grove, St. Marys, died Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015, at the Ohio State University Medical Center, after a long illness. She was born on Oct. 2, 1951, in Celina, the daughter of Robert and Virginia (Schallenberg) Lilly. She is survived by her brother, Robert Lilly of St. Marys, by an aunt, Doris Lauth of St. Marys and by numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents. Lyn was a 1969 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School and she attended Lima Technical College. She retired from the United States Postal Service, where she was a mail handler. She dearly loved her dogs, and also enjoyed playing video games. Funeral rites will be held Tuesday at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to either the Auglaize County Humane Society or the ASPCA.

LIMBERT, Emelia Bernadette Limbert (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 25 August 2018) Emelia Bernadette Limbert, was born into the arms of the Lord the morning of August 25, 2018 at Mercy Health - St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She is survived by her parents, Eric and Morgan Limbert, of Buckland; paternal grandparents, Bill and Carla Limbert, of Wapakoneta; maternal grandparents, Randy King, of Wapakoneta, and Linda and Rick Bice, of Buckland; two uncles, Trevor King, of Wapakoneta, and Don and Amy Geiger, of Elida; paternal great-grandparents, Carl and Rhea Spencer, of Harrod; maternal great-grandmother, Bernadette Schoenlein, of Wapakoneta; and a host of extended family. Emelia was welcomed into Heaven by her paternal great-grandparents, Leroy and Ilene Limbert; maternal great-grandparents, Jack and Hazel King Sr. and Leon Schoenlein. A private family graveside service will be held in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, Freyburg. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family, who will make a donation to help other families going through the loss of a child. The family has entrusted Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services with the services.

LIMBERT, Jacob Lewis Limbert (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – December 6, 2011) Jacob Lewis Limbert, stillborn, died Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was the son of Scott and Julie (Fullenkamp) Limbert, and they survive him in Minster. He is also survived by a sister, Makaylee Limbert; his grandparents, Dan and Beck Fullenkamp of Maria Stein and Ray and Mary Ann Limbert of Botkins; his great-grandparents, Nancy Vehorn of New Bremen, Othmar and Mary Fullenkamp of Maria Stein and Eileen Welsch of St. Anthony. He was preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Marie Limbert. Private family services will be at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Botkins. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Peace Bear Project.

LIMBERT, Leroy W. Limbert (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 26 November 2015) Leroy W. Limbert, age 82, of Wapakoneta died Thursday November 26, 2015 at Auglaize Acres, Wapakoneta. He was born on March 23, 1933 in Wapakoneta to Hugo & Henrietta (Gerstner) Limbert who preceded him in death. On October 30, 1954 he married Ilene M. Bollenbacher who passed away on October 11, 2012. Survivors include 4 children; Therese (Ron) Fahncke of Wapakoneta, Bill (Carla) Limbert of Fryburg, Tom (Denise) Limbert, Ann Limbert both of Wapakoneta, 6 grandsons, Adam (Anne Klopfenstein) Fahncke, Seth Fahncke, Eric Limbert, Donavin (Amy) Geiger, Jesse Limbert, Tyler Limbert and 4 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister Lucille Limbert. Leroy was a 1951 graduate of St. Joseph Catholic High School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1954 until 1956 during the Korean War. After being discharged he took over the family farm. He worked as a sales hand at Producers Livestock and as a bus driver and custodian with the Wapakoneta City Schools for almost 30 years. He was a lifelong member of St. John Catholic Church, Fryburg where he was a CCD teacher and sang in the choir. He was a member of the Holy Name Society and the American Legion Post 330. He was very active within the church where he used his many skills completing maintenance work as needed. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday November 30, 2015 at St. John Catholic Church, Fryburg. Burial will follow at the church cemetery with military rites being performed by the V.F.W. Post 8445. Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. John Catholic Church or to Auglaize Acres.

LIMING, Gary Liming (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 4 October 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Gary E. Liming, a giant to all that loved him, passed peacefully on Sunday night, October 4th, 2020 surrounded by his family. As Gary said, he “felt a lot of love around the bed”. Gary was born in Dayton, Ohio on January 27, 1947. He met his future bride when he was just 9 years old when his family stayed at their lake house in St. Marys. Childhood playmates over the years developed into a life-long love. He loved hunting, fishing and cherished his trips to Lake Erie to fish, relax and visit wineries. His trips to Florida and Colorado to visit his daughters and grandchildren were a major focus every year. What he cherished most of all was time spent with his children and grandchildren. His hobbies also included golfing as he and Joann used to travel all over to play different golf courses. He enjoyed playing Euchre with his in-laws, riding his motorcycles, and making almost daily trips to the woods to check his trail cameras. Gary had several careers – banking, truck-driving, and self- employment until he found his true love – Quarry Foreman for Con-Ag for over 25 years. Gary is survived by his wife of 51 years, Joann, whom he married September 13, 1969. Other survivors include his children, Shelley (Brian) Caskey, Fruita, CO, Andy (Terri) Liming, St Marys, OH, Kelli (Joe) Stirna, Riverview, FL, Nick (Gina) Liming, Delphos, OH, and adopted son, Thom (Amanda) Young, St Marys, OH; 18 grandchildren: Gabe and Daniel Caskey, Braedan (Sydney) Miller, Dalston, Keyton and Carson Liming, Taylor and Payton Grant, Riley (Jase) Green, Ethan, Jackson and Isabelle Stirna, Darcie & Liberty Liming, Lakin Stevenson, BJ Hutchison, Ian and Ryleigh Young; 5 great grandchildren: Olivia, Brynn, Lennox and Weston Miller and Lesi Liming; 16 brothers and sisters in-law along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Jim, Andy and Joey Liming, Nancy (Dave) Liette, as well as parents Ervine and Mary Jane (Webster) Liming, father and mother-in- law Wilbert & Laurena (Siefring) Frilling. Mass of Christian Burial will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St Marys. Memorial gifts may be given to either St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the Shriners Hospitals for Children. In accordance with the mandate of the Ohio Department of Health, all visitors at the funeral home and church are required to wear a mask and socially distance.

LIMING, Joey L. Liming (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 April 2018) With great sadness, the family of Joey L. Liming of St. Marys, announces his passing from natural causes on Friday, April 13, 2018, at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born April 2, 1958 in Xenia, to Ervin and Maryjane (Webster) Liming. He is survived by brother, Gary (Joann) Liming of St. Marys, sister, Nancy Liette of St. Marys, son, Chad (Katie) Liming Kinney of Melbourne, FL, granddaughters, Julia and Penny Layne Kinney of Melbourne, FL, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents, Ervin and Maryjane Liming; brothers, James Liming and Andy Liming and brother-in-law, David Liette. He was a 1976 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army; Cpl. Liming served as a tank systems mechanic at a base in Germany. For most of Joey's life, he drove professionally, and always took great pride in the quality of his work. He drove cement trucks, commercial big rigs and eventually started his own company "One Dog Trucking." Joey will always be remembered as a loving father and role model to his adopted son. "Uncle Joey" also greatly enjoyed being with his nieces and nephews, and immensely valued spending time with his brothers and sister whom he loved very much. As a true outdoorsman, he loved hunting, fishing, water skiing, riding motorcycles and flying radio-controlled model airplanes (he tried drones for a while, but preferred planes). Funeral services will be Friday at Miller - Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High St. Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial, with full military honors, will take place at Dayton National Cemetery in Dayton, Friday. In lieu of flowers or contributions, donations can be made to the American Heart Association.

LIMING, MaryJane Liming (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) MaryJane Liming, 85, of 812 Greenvale Avenue in St. Marys, OH died Friday December 21, 2012 at Gardens of Celina. She was born March 19, 1927 in Arcanum, OH to Arthur and Edna (Allebaugh) Webster. On July 28, 1945 in Fairborn, OH she married Ervin Liming, and he died March 3, 1974. She is survived by 1 daughter, Nancy (David) Liette; 2 sons, Gary (Joann) Liming; Joey Liming all three of St. Marys, OH; 11 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Edna Webster; husband, Ervin Liming; son ,James Liming; son, S. Andrew Liming; and 1 brother, Alvin “Bud” Webster. She was a graduate of Fairborn, OH High School and a school of nursing in Lima, OH. She was a homemaker and retired from JTDM Hospital in St. Marys, where she worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for 21 years. She was a member of American Legion Post # 323 and VFW Post # 9289 auxiliaries, both in St. Marys. Her favorite pastimes included sewing, fishing, working on her computer and following NASCAR Racing. Rites are scheduled Friday December 28, 2012 at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High Street Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice Program.

LIMING, Opal Marie Liming (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Opal Marie Liming, age 40, of Sidney, formerly of Celina, died Monday, June 21, 2010, at her residence. She was born March 4, 1970, in Rensselaer, Ind., a daughter to Everette. and Leona May (LeLoup) Troyer. On March 31, 2007, she married Kevin Liming; he survives. She is also survived by 3 children, Tony Ray, Johnathon Daniel, Valerie Dawn; 7 step-children; 6 step-grandchildren; and 1 great uncle. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother. Services will be Saturday at W. H. Dick and Sons - Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow at Swamp College Cemetery in Celina.. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.

LIMING, S. Andrew Liming (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) S. Andrew Liming, 57, of 2260 Celina Road in St. Marys, OH died Tuesday February 14, 2012 at his residence. He was born October 20, 1953 in Xenia, OH to Ervin and Maryjane (Webster) Liming. He is survived by his mother, Maryjane Liming of St. Marys, OH; 2 brother, Gary (Joann) Liming; Joey Liming both of St. Marys, OH; 1 sister, Nancy (David) Liette of St. Marys, OH; and numerous nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Ervin Liming; brother, James Liming and his faithful dog, “Lucky”. He was a 1972 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. He also attended Wright State University in Dayton, OH; Northwestern Business College in Lima; and graduated from Findlay University. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served in the 75th Ranger Battalion (Airborne). A natural-born salesman, he was employed with the Tom Ahl automobile dealerships in Lima for a number of years. He later worked in the Equestrian Therapy Department of Findlay University. As a young man, he received an award for heroism from the Ohio State Highway Patrol. “Uncle Andy” dearly loved spending time with his nieces and nephews and their children. An avid outdoorsman, he spent countless hours fishing, hunting, riding his 4-wheeler ATV and flying radio-controlled model airplanes. Horses were a true passion of his, having raised, shown and ridden them for pleasure. Services will be Thursday February 23, 2012 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial, with full military honors, will take place at Dayton National Cemetery in Dayton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to American Heart Association.

LININGER, Dorothy A. Sutter Lininger (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 30 August 2018) Dorothy “Dottie” Lininger, age 73, of Saint Marys, died Thursday, August 30, 2018, at Saint Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born July 9, 1945, in Mercer County, the daughter of Julius and Erma (Harlett) Sutter. She married Bill Lininger, and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her children: Michelle (Rob) Huebner of Wapakoneta; Dixie (Bill) Russell of Saint Marys; Kara (Cody) Sharp of Saint Marys; by her grandchildren: Uriah Cosgrove; Sarah (Brian) Fisher; Keshia (Chris) Hudson; Betsy (Joe) Holtzapple; Sabrina (Chris) Micco; Robbie Huebner; Chelsea Huebner; Jessica (Derrick) Storer; Zach (Brittney) Russell; Samuel Gage Russell; Tyler (Casey Albers) Sharp; Katelyn (Tyler Ackerman) Sharp; Jacob Sharp; by her 17 great-grandchildren and by a sister, Mary Ann (Al) Saam of Cridersville. She was preceded in death by her parents; by her siblings: George Sutter, John Sutter, Fred Sutter and Dianne Gaerke. Dottie was a graduate of Fort Recovery High School. She retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys, and she sold Tupperware for many years. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and making crafts, and she was a very active member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. Private family burial rites will be held at Fort Recovery Catholic Cemetery. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given to the Friends of Holy Rosary School.

LININGER, Jackie Lininger (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Jackie Lininger, 77, of 501 North Augustus Street, St. Marys, OH, died Monday, August 13, 2007 at Otterbein St. Marys Retirement Community. She was born May 9, 1930, in Dayton, OH, the daughter of Henry and Mary (Barber) Fredericks. She married H. William Lininger on December 10, 1949; he preceded her in death on June 16, 2000. She is survived by sons William (Dottie) Lininger of St. Marys, OH; Jack (Lynette) Lininger of St. Marys, OH; Jerry (Deb) Becher of Wapakoneta, OH; a daughter, Pam (Greg Jones) Laffin of St. Marys, OH; a son, Mike (Nancy) Lininger of Portland, IN; a daughter, Mary (Pat) Williams of St. Marys, OH; a daughter, Kris (Bill) Deitsch of St. Marys, OH; 23 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; a sister, Carol (Paul) Huber of Waverly, OH. Jackie was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two granddaughters: Chastity Kinser and Amy Lininger; by a half-brother, James Lee. She was a 1948 graduate of Celina High School and attended Bowling Green State University. She was a legal secretary for Judge Shaw in Auglaize County, Ohio for many years, and she assisted her husband in the operation of Lininger Pony Rides. She was a member of Eagles Aux. 767 in Saint Marys, Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the Altar Sodality. She loved to write poetry. She enjoyed playing cards and traveling. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, August 17, 2007, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Otterbein Benevolent Fund.

LININGER, James A. Lininger (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 27 November 2019 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) James A. Lininger, age 66, of rural Celina (Neptune), OH died unexpectedly Wednesday November 27, 2019 in the emergency department of JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. He was born January 6, 1953 in Celina, OH to Fred and Ruth (Kohlreiser) Lininger. On September 22, 1973 he married Kathleen A. McElroy, who survives. Also survived by 2 sons Jamie (Michele) Lininger of Neptune, OH; Danny (Carolyn) Lininger of Woodsfield, OH; 7 grandchildren; 3 sisters Mary Buschur of New Bremen, OH; and Connie (Sam) Trogdlon and Linda (Bill) Metzger both of St. Marys, OH. Preceded in death by his parents Fred and Ruth Lininger; and a brother-in-law Urban Buschur. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1971). His entire career was spent in the field of telecommunications: first for GTE, then Verizon and finally, Frontier Corp. An avid numismatist, he also enjoyed fishing, classic automobiles and shooting sports. Jim will be remembered as a good man who was devoted to his family and took pride in his work. Rites are scheduled 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.

LININGER, Joe Lininger (Joe was a high school classmate of Elmer at Memorial High in St. Marys, Ohio) 1943-2004 Final resting place Arlington Cemetery, Brookville, OH

LININGER, Margaret G. Lininger (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Margaret G. Lininger, 83, of 1708 Cheshire Drive, St. Marys, OH died Saturday, August 15, 2009 at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, OH. She was born January 15, 1926 in St.Marys, the daughter of Clarence and Thelma (Ashton) Caldwell. She married Harold Lininger on September 11, 1948; he preceded her in death on May 14, 1975. She is survived by her son, Richard Lininger of St. Marys, OH; 1 sister, Marvel Thomas of St. Marys, OH; 2 brothers, Robert (Mary Ann) Caldwell of St. Marys, OH; Walter (Shirley) Caldwell of Telford, PA; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two brothers: Jerry and Jack Caldwell; and by a half-brother, Albert Binkley. Margaret had worked at the St. Marys Cotton Mill and the City of St. Marys. She was a life member of VFW Post 9289 Ladies Auxiliary in St. Marys and was a former member of the St. Marys Senior Citizens. She enjoyed traveling. She was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys, OH. Funeral rites will be Wednesday, August 19, 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 Auglaize Industries or the Diabetes Association.

LININGER, Ruth C. Kohlreiser Lininger (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 10 November 2016) Ruth C. Lininger, age 100, of 1020 Cleveland Avenue, Saint Marys, died Thursday, November 10, 2016, at her residence. She was born January 23, 1916, in New Bremen, OH, the daughter of Albert and Alice (Hirby) Kohlreiser. She married Wilson Topp and he preceded her in death; she married Fred Lininger on July 27, 1946, and he preceded her in death on May 21, 1978. She is survived by her children: Mary Buschur of New Bremen; Connie (Sam) Trogdlon of Saint Marys; Linda (Bill) Metzger of Saint Marys; Jim (Kathi) Lininger of Neptune, Ohio; by nine grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren and nine great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; by her siblings Wilbur Kohlreiser; Bernice Gruebmeyer and Issabelle Wittenbrink. Ruth was a homemaker and a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Saint Marys. She enjoyed playing cards and dancing. Funeral rites will be Monday, November 14, 2016, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Memorial donations may be made to Grace United Methodist Church Community Dinner Fund, or Grand Lake Hospice.

LINK, Betty A. Link (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 17 June 2014) Betty A. Link, age 81, of Fort Recovery, died Monday, June 16, 2014, at Elmwood Communities in New Bremen. She was born on Nov. 21, 1932, in Darke County, to the late John and Erta (Keefauver) White. On Feb. 7, 1959, she married Gustave Link in Greenville. He preceded her in death on May 9, 2013. She is survived by two daughters, Robin Link of Coldwater and Marna (Jeff) Arling of Minster, a son, Scott (Lori) Link of Fort Recovery, a sister-in-law, Anne Link of Sidney, six grandchildren, Jacqueline, Jessica, Barbara, Gustave, Alicia and Genoa and a great-grandchild, Hannah. She was preceded in death by three half-brothers and four half-sisters. Betty graduated from Greenville High School in 1950. She was a member of the Altar Sodality of the Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Fort Recovery. She enjoyed caring and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed her computer time. A funeral mass will take place Thursday at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Fort Recovery. Burial will follow in St. Marys Cemetery in Fort Recovery. Brockman-Boeckman Funeral Home in Fort Recovery handled the arrangements. Contributions may be made to the Fort Recovery Community Foundation.

LINK, Catherine A. Link (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421453) Catherine A. Link, age 93, resident of the Gel's Home, Coldwater Ohio, died Tuesday, September 06, 2011 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, Ohio. She was born February 5, 1918 in Sidney, Ohio to August and Louise (Franzer) Meyer. On July 1, 1943 she married Meinrad A. Link Sr. in Danville, KY, and he died November 10, 1993. Catherine is survived by three children Meinrad & Kathleen Link, Celina, Ohio, Stephen & Deb Link, Montezuma, Ohio, Rita & Jim Rengers, Coldwater, Ohio, eight grandchildren: Amy, Jeff, Greg, Lindsay, Ted, Nicholas, Michael & Megan, nine great-grandchildren: Mason, Catie, Chloe, Andrew, Shelby, Grace, Addie, Aiden & Colton and four in-laws Lucille Meyer, St. Marys, Ohio, Gustave & Betty Link, Ft. Recovery, Ohio, Victoria Link, Celina, Ohio and Anne Link, Sidney, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, three brothers Paul, Joseph & Leon and two sisters Francis Graver and Mary Elsass. Catherine was a homemaker. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, September 10, 2011 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, Ohio. Burial will follow in Mercer Memory Gardens, Celina Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be directed to State of the Heart Hospice 230 W. Main St Coldwater, Ohio 45828.

LINK, Charlotte G. Link (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1510214) Charlotte G. Link, age 80, formerly of Carthagena, died on Monday, January 26, 2015 at Celina Manor. She was born August 24, 1934 in Coldwater, to the late Joe & Sophia (Ahlers) Wenning. On January 12, 1952, she married Donald J. Link, and he died March 12, 2009. She is survived by three daughters, Karen Ann Link of Sarasota, FL, Linda Kay & Nathan Wenning of Celina and Mary Lucille & Mike Profitt of Carthagena, three step-grandchildren, one step-great-grandchild, one step-great-great- grandchild, and in-laws, Annie Wenning of New Bremen, Robert & Lucy Link of Celina and Florence Helpling of Englewood. She is preceded in death by siblings, Adeline, Clotair (Toad) Lavern, Donnie, Lester and in-laws, Louie Link, Margie Beach and Mary Huelsman. She was a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Carthagena, was an Arthur Murray Ballroom Dance Instructor and worked at Celina Manor for 26 years. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, January 31, 2015 at St. Aloysius Church, Carthagena. Burial will follow in St. Aloysius Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

LINK, Cleopha R. Link (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 September 2016) Cleopha R. Link, age 92, of Fort Recovery, died Monday, Sept. 19, 2016, at The Gardens at St. Henry in St. Henry. She was born on Oct. 27, 1923, in Philothea to the late Joseph and Mary (Osterholt) Homan. On June 7, 1949, she married Aloys Link, who survives. Also surviving are her 10 children: Dennis (Becky) Link of Batavia; Carl (Cindy) Link of Fort Recovery; Rose (Don) Smith of Cleves; Bill (Nancy) Link of Fort Recovery; Tom (Sharon) Link of Fort Recovery; Jerry (Deb) Link of Coldwater; Donna (Wayne) Steineman of New Bremen; Paul (Sharon) Link of Fort Recovery; Ed (Sharon) Link of Fort Recovery and Marie (Mark) Osterholt of Fort Recovery; her 34 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; 2 sisters-in-law Sally Homan of St. Henry and Lillian Homan of Coldwater; her in-laws Wilma Link of Fort Recovery, Phyllis Link of Coldwater, Edna Reinhard of Plainfield, IN, Marilyn Fullenkamp of Decatur, IN, and sister Adelaide Link S.F.P. of Cincinnati. Cleopha was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Preceding her in death are her granddaughter Natasha Link; her great- granddaughter Keeley Link; her daughter-in-law Cindy Link; her siblings Paul (Irene) Homan, Cletus (Viola) Homan, Arnold Homan, Anna (Florence) Evers and Juletta (Linus) Huelskamp; her in-laws Rudy (Lucille) (Mary) Link, sister Jean Link S.F.P., Lawrence Link, Gene Reinhard, Gene Fullenkamp and Elmer Link. Cleopha was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church in Sharpsburg and the Rosary Altar Sodality. Her faith was very important to her. She was instrumental in forming the C.C.D. program in the parish and was active as a teacher and served as the religious education coordinator for 30 years. As a member of the Fort Recovery American Legion Auxiliary 345 and the VFW Auxiliary 6515, she volunteered numerous hours towards many community projects. She also assisted with the bloodmobile, helped children at the Fort Recovery Elementary School in the reading and math programs, taught the third grade class about the history and how to have respect for the U.S. and State of Ohio flags and assisted patients at the Neurological Center with their program activities. Deservingly, Cleopha was awarded the Outstanding Volunteer Award from the Mercer Savings Bank. Being an avid history fan, Cleopha contributed local information to the Mercer County Historical book. Some of her favorite past times included reading, writing poetry and sewing. She especially loved visiting with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at St. Paul Catholic Church, Sharpsburg. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. Brockman - Boeckman Funeral Home, Fort Recovery handled the arrangements. In lieu of flowers and gifts, the family requests that donations be made to The Neurological Center, Burkettsville.

LINK, Cyril J. Link (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421456) Cyril J. Link, age 92, of 20 Chestnut St, Burkettsville OH, died on Friday, August 26, 2011 at Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater, Ohio. He was born March 31, 1919 in Celina, Ohio to Henry and Kunagunda (Klingshirn) Link. On November 17, 1945 he married Pauline (Puthoff) in Maria Stein, Ohio and she died June 15, 2000. Cyril is survived by six children, Barbara & Robert Bertke, Pioneer, OH, Carol Schmidt, Union City, OH, Patricia Link, East Orland, ME, Diane Jobe, Toledo, OH, Rose Link, Findlay, OH and Roger Link, Burkettsville, OH, 16 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, brother Eugene & Loretta Link, Rossburg, OH and in-laws Merinus & Alice Puthoff, Maria Stein, OH and Agnes Puthoff, St. Henry, OH. He is preceded in death by his wife, parents, son Thomas Link, daughter Alice Jean Link, son-in-law Vincent Schmidt, 1 great grandson, sister Irene Zahn and in-laws, Urban Zahn, Ray Puthoff, Norbert & Esther Puthoff, Eleanor & Wilfred Fortman, Henry & Evelyn Puthoff, Scott & Harlene Puthoff and Richard Puthoff. He was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville, Ohio. He was a retired farmer and bus driver for St. Henry Schools. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, August 29, 2011 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville, Ohio. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery, Cranberry Prairie Ohio. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-St. Henry has been entrusted with the services.

LINK, Debra J. Link (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1784476) Debra J. Link, age 62 of Montezuma, died on Sunday, April 17, 2016 at her home. She was born on October 17, 1953. On January 18, 1975 she married Stephen Link who survives in Montezuma. She is survived by siblings Cathy Peters of Portland, IN, Barry Reese of Atlanta, GA and Kevin Reese of Independence, MO. She is preceded in death by a brother Scott Reese. She was a member of the Celina and Portland Moose Lodges and retired from Eaton Corp. in Van Wert. No services are planned. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater has been entrusted with the arrangements.

LINK, Eulalia M. Link (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421028) Eulalia M. Link, age 95, of Coldwater, died Monday, September 1, 2014 at her home. She was born October 5, 1918 in Cassella, to the late John & Rose (Stelzer) Thieman. She married Louis Link on November 22, 1945, and he died May 16, 1973. She is survived by four children, Marilyn Link of Coldwater, Tom & Kathy Link of Coldwater, John & Diane Link of Troy and Kathy & Jim Brackman of Minster, twelve grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, a brother, Fr. Donald Thieman, C.PP.S, of Carthagena and in-laws, Flo Helpling of Union, Bob & Lucy Link of Celina and Charlotte Link of Celina. She was preceded in death by a sister, Adelaide & Warren Brockman and in-laws, Mary & Art Huelsman, Margie Beach, Don Link, and Vin Helpling. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, St. Ann's Ladies Sodality, St. Cecelia Knights of St. John, the Coldwater American Legion Auxiliary, the Adoration Guild at the Relic Shrine, was a volunteer for several organizations and was a 1936 graduate of Coldwater High School. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, September 6 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or the Precious Blood Chilean Mission Fund.

LINK, Gustave C. Link (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – May 10, 2013) Gustave C. Link, age 82, died on Thursday, May 9, 2013, at Dayton Heart and Vascular Hospital in Dayton. He was born on Aug. 21, 1930, to the late August Link and Anna Lennartz. On Feb. 7, 1959, he married Betty (White) Link in Greenville, who survives. He is survived by 2 daughters, Robin Link of Coldwater and Marna (Jeff) Arling of Minster; 1 son, Scott (Lori) Link of Fort Recovery; 6 grandchildren, Jacqueline, Jessica, Barbara and Gustave Link and Alicia and Genoa Arling; 1 great-grandchild; and 1 sister-in-law, Anne Link of Sidney. He was preceded in death by six brothers, Meinrad (Catherine) Link, Leonard (Fisher) Link, August Link Jr., Roman (Carmen) Link, George (Nellie) Link and Edward Link; and two sisters, Mary Ann (Wilfred) Klosterman and Victoria Link. He was a former owner and co-owner of K & L Tractor Sales, Fort Recovery, and was a 1948 graduate of the former St. John High School, Maria Stein. He served in the Marines during the Korean War. He was also a member of the Fort Recovery American Legion, Fort Recovery, and attended Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Fort Recovery. Services will be Monday at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Fort Recovery. Burial will follow in St. Marys Cemetery, Fort Recovery. Brockman-Boeckman Funeral Home in Fort Recovery is in charge of the arrangements. Military graveside honors will be conducted by the Fort Recovery American Legion. Memorials may be made to the Fort Recovery Community Foundation.

LINK, Keeley Bree Link (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 6, 2013) Keeley Bree Link, aged 10 months old, of Minster, died Monday, Nov. 4, 2013, at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. She was born on Dec. 14, 2012, at Miami Hospital, Dayton, to Matthew and Michelle Van (Skyock) Link. They survive in Minster. She is also survived by brothers Quintin, age 4; and Ryland, age 3; grandparents, Jerry and Deb Link, of Coldwater and Ron and Connie Van Skyock of Fort Recovery; great-grandparents William (deceased) and Myra Dysert; Al and Cleopha Link, Weldon and Lucille Van Skyock (both deceased); and Mark (deceased) and Norma Knapke; aunts and uncles Jeremy and Laura Link; Mike and Angela Link; Rachael Link and godfather Brent Link; Eric and Jennifer Van Skyock; Jason and Maria Van Skyock; Travis and Theresa Van Skyock and godmother Julie Backs. She was baptized in St. Augustine Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Keeley Bree Link Scholarship Fund. Burial will take place in St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster was in charge of the arrangements.

LINK, Lucille M. Link (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 13 January 2017) Lucille M. "Lucy" Link, age 88, passed away Friday, January 13, 2017 at her residence in Celina, with family by her side. She was born January 7, 1929 in St. Henry to the late John & Margaret (Schuh) Jansen. Lucille and Robert U. Link were married on January 7, 1950 and he survives. Surviving are six children: David Link of Columbus, Ann (Bruce Luebke) Romer of Celina, Janet (Denny) Hoyng of Celina, Lora (Mike) Horan of Deland, FL, Mike (Andrea) Link of St. Marys, Pat (Susie) Link of Chillicothe, a daughter-in-law: Alice Link of Montezuma, 12 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers & sisters: John Jansen; Paul Jansen and Margaret Stammen and in-laws: Lucy Jansen; Pat Jansen; Mary Jo Jansen; and Florence Helpling; Preceding her in death were a son, Robert J. Link (July 19, 2014); brothers & sisters, Clarence Jansen; Isabelle (Paul) Heinke; Clara (Floyd) Lauber; Bill (Betty) Jansen; Louis Jansen; Bob (Beulah) Jansen; Henry Jansen; Mary (Oscar) Hemmelgarn; Dennis J. Jansen; Thomas Jansen; Walter Stammen and Judy Jansen. On her husband's side of the family she was preceded in death by brothers and sisters-in-law, Louis (Eulalia) Link; Mary (Arthur) Huelsman; Mildred Link; Margie (Bob) Beach; Vincent Helpling and Donald (Charlotte) Link. Through the years, Lucy worked at various companies including The Buckeye, Mersmans, New Idea and Huffy Corporation, from which she retired after 23 years. Lucy was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Ladies Altar Rosary Society. Lucy just celebrated her 88th birthday and 67th wedding anniversary with Bob on January 7, 2017. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She had a kind, compassionate heart, loved unconditionally, and gave generously. Her favorite time of year was Christmas. She gave generously to her family and those less fortunate. We were honored as a family to have her in our lives. She will be remembered for her ready laughter and sense of humor. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Memorials may be made for Masses or to the Donor's Choice. Arrangements are being handled by W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina.

LINK, Peggy A. Ellis Link (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2168147) Peggy A. (Ellis) Link, age 70 of New Bremen, Ohio, passed away after a long illness on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at Otterbein of St. Marys. She was born August 2, 1948 in Celina to the late Roger & Dorothy (Fox) Ellis. On October 11, 1969 she married Larry J. Link and he survives in Coldwater. She is survived by her two children: Wendy Link and Chris Link both of New Bremen; siblings and in-laws, Sherry & Bob Lauber of St. Henry, Barb & Dave Brockman of North Star, Sandy & Steve Weitzel of Burkettsville, Lynda & Tim Griesdorn of Coldwater, Thomas Link of Dayton, Norma Jean & Robert Backs of Marion, IN, and Janet & Ronald Westgerdes of Coldwater; aunts and uncles, Ruth Rhodes of Celina, Phyllis Maier of Celina, and Edna Fox of St. Henry, Mary Anne Fickert of Celina, Virginia Baucher of Coldwater, Joan Myers of Coldwater, and Bill Fox of Coldwater, and 24 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by mother and father-in-law, Ernest & Agnes Link, and brother and sister-in- law, Joan & Edward Zdanowski. A 1966 graduate of Coldwater High School, Peggy earned her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Wright State University while spending 25 years working for the former New Idea plant in Coldwater and another 11 years at Schindler Elevator in Sidney. Peggy was a member of Holy Redeemer Church in New Bremen and loved spending time with family, especially with her sisters. She enjoyed playing cards, traveling and gambling trips with her best friend Deb Abels. Peggy was passionate about keeping her house immaculately clean. The family offers a special thanks to everyone who cared for Peggy at Otterbein and Grand Lake Hospice. We are so grateful for the comfort and care provided to Peggy and family. Mass of Christian Burial will be at the Holy Redeemer Church in New Bremen. Burial will follow in German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Auglaize County.

LINK, Robert J. Link (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421037) Robert J. Link, age 61, of Celina, died on Saturday, July 19, 2014. He was born January 7, 1953 in Celina, Ohio to Robert U. & Lucille (Jansen) Link, who survive in Celina. He married Alice A. (Elbert) on June 11, 1994 in Montezuma, and she survives in Celina. He is also survived by a son, Rick (Ashley) Link of Portland, OR, two step-children, Edward (Vicki Stevenson) Elbert of Vandalia and Terina (Jerry) Smith of Celina, four grandchildren, Renner, Cambree, Grady and Larkin Link, seven step- grandchildren, Dustin, Kyle and Rachel Grinstead, Eric, Jared, Sam and Jorja Thompson, brothers and sisters, David (Karin) Link of Gahanna, Ann (Bruce Luebke) Romer of Celina, Janet (Dennis) Hoyng of Celina, Lora (Mike) Horan of Deland, Florida, Mike (Andrea) Link of St. Marys and Pat (Susie) Link of Chillicothe and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Montezuma, and a 1971 graduate of St. Henry High School. He worked at Avco New Idea for a number of years before starting his own carpentry and remodeling business. Bob truly loved his grandchildren and spending time with them fishing, biking, and pontoon riding. He enjoyed time with family. We shall miss the sparkle in his eyes and the laughter he shared. He truly lit a candle of love in each of our hearts that will continue to glow brightly. Our carpenter has gone home to his Father in Heaven, where he will likely assist in preparing rooms for each of his family and friends, adding his creative touch. For everyone who sent cards, letters, visited, called and kept Bob in your prayers, he wanted you to know he appreciated it and was touched by your support and love for him. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Montezuma. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

LINK, Victoria Theresa Clara Link (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420897) Victoria Therese Clara Link departed this life on Monday Nov. 5, 2012 at the Celina Manor Nursing Home in Celina. She was born at the family home, a farm on the corner of State Route 119 & 127 near Cassella, Ohio, to the late August & Anna (Lennartz) Link on June 26, 1927. Her four years of High School were at the St. Clare Convent in Cincinnati, Ohio. Victoria received her Bachelor of Science degree, as a Sister of the poor of St. Francis, from the University of Dayton. Before this time, she entered the Convent in 1946, due to changes and health reasons, she received her dispensation from her vows in 1968. She returned home to live a single life and earn her way for the remainder of her earthly existence. She has seven brothers and one sister Meinrad & Catherine Leonard & Esther Link (Twins), August Link Jr., Roman & Carman Link , George & Nellie Link, Gustave & Betty Link, Dr. Edward & Anne Link, a sister Mary Ann & Wilfred Klosterman, several Nieces & Nephews, many relatives and friends. Some have preceded her in death. Victoria thanks everyone for their kindness shown towards her while she lived on this earth. She ask the pardon of anyone that may have been hurt by her words or example. Jesus died on the cross for her sins. By offering Jesus Precious Blood up to the Heavenly Father, her stay in purgatory may be a short term. Her body will be cremated and interred in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina, Ohio. A Holy Mass will be offered at Immaculate Conception Church, Celina, Ohio and interment will follow in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.

LINN, Mary Ellen Linn (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1753666) Mary Ellen Linn, age 88, of St. Henry, died Sunday, February 28, 2016 at the Gardens at St. Henry. She was born May 24, 1927 in St. Henry to the late Anthony & Elizabeth (Ungruh) Kemper Sr. On May 22, 1954 she married Leon Linn in St, Henry and he survives in St. Henry. She is survived by children Dan & Angie Linn of St. Henry, Pat Fleck of New Bremen, Gary & Cindy Linn of St. Henry, Paula & Mark Topp of New Bremen, Mark & Karen Linn of Ft. Mill, SC and Dave & Lisa Linn of Piqua; 16 grandchildren; 3 step grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; 6 step great-grandchildren; in-laws Joan (Annie) Kemper and Juanita & Jim Wenning of Coldwater. She is preceded in death by a son-in-law Mike Fleck; siblings Marlene & Herb Braun, Ruth & Arnold Kramer, Donald & Yvonne, Kemper, Betty & Clete Barhorst, Anthony J. & Dorothy Kemper Jr., David Kemper and Richard Kemper; and in laws, Irene & Richard Shinabery, Ernie Linn, and Pauline Linn. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, its Ladies Altar Rosary Sodality and the St. Henry American Legion Auxiliary. Mary Ellen was a loyal St. Henry Redskins sports enthusiast; she loved life, her grandchildren and great grandchildren and enjoyed taking walks. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, March 3, 2016 at St. Henry Church. Burial will follow In St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home St. Henry has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

LINN, Paul A. Linn (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 20 February 2019) Paul A. “Jake” Linn, age 76, of Waynesfield passed away Wednesday February 20, 2019 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born on April 16, 1942 in Auglaize County to William Jacob & LaVera (Webb) Linn who preceded him in death. On October 25, 1963 he married the love of his life, Ruth Ann Williams and she survives in Waynesfield where they lived a long and happy life together for 55 years. Survivors also include two daughters, Michelle (Russ) Hunlock, Dena (Brad) Valenti; two grandsons Ryan and Nathan Hunlock, a granddaughter Kiley Ann Valenti; a sister Florene (Ray) Edgington, several brothers and sisters-in- law and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a beautiful baby granddaughter, Kendra Marie Valenti, a sister Georgia McClellan, a brother Richard Linn and a mother-in-law Eloise Williams. Jake graduated from Waynesfield-Goshen High School. He retired after 30 years at Rockwell International, Kenton. He also built houses for many years. He then worked in security for 11 years at Honda. He enjoyed golfing for many years and watching the Cincinnati Reds. Spending time with his family and friends was his greatest joy in life but, most of all doing fun things with his grandchildren. Anything from playing games with them in the yard, to watching them in all their school activities or playing board games and cards as adults around the dining room table. Funeral services will be at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery, New Hampshire. Memorial contributions may be made in honor of him to the Alzheimer’s Association, Breast Cancer Research or to the donor’s choice.

LINN, Ronald Joseph Linn (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Celina native Ronald "Ronnie" Joseph Linn, age 68, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2014 in Mt. Vernon, OH. He was born July 23, 1945 in Celina to John and LaDonna (Michael) Linn, who are both deceased. Surviving are 3 siblings: Ronda (Linn) Pabst, and Terry (Theresa) Linn, all of Celina, and Jonnie Linn of Coldwater; 5 nieces and nephews: John (Alicia) Pabst of Merritt Island, FL, Ithaca (Randy) Moeller of Maria Stein, Ronald (Amy) Linn and David (Dee) Linn, all of Celina and Krista (Troy) Muhlenkamp of Portland, IN; and 16 great nieces and nephews. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, April 1st at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. He will be laid to rest at Kessler Cemetery on Oregon Road. Memorials may be given to CA Industries, 4980 Mud Pike, Celina, Ohio 45822, or to the donor's choice.

LINTON, Joy L. Linton (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 28, 2011) Joy L. Linton, age 92, of Celina, died Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. She was born on Oct. 12, 1919, in Van Wert County, to Olen W. and Laura Wheeler Chivington, and they preceded her in death. On March 15, 1941, she married Elmer Linton, and he preceded her in death on May 21, 2001. She is survived by 1 son, David (Linda) Linton of Celina; 2 daughters, Diana (David) Eyink of Celina and Elizabeth (Gary) Moorman of Tipp City; 1 sister; 7 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother; and two sisters. Funeral services will be Thursday at Bethany United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will be held in Riverside Cemetery in Rockford. Cisco Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Grand Lake Hospice.

LIPPINCOTT, Ruth M. Lippincott (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 18 June 2009) Ruth M. Lippincott, age 74, of Wapakoneta, died Wednesday, June 17, 2009, at the Auglaize Acres. She was born March 7, 1935, in Christiansburg, a daughter of Gail and Gladys (Thackery) Miller, who preceded her in death. On March 6, 1954, she married William "Bill" Lippincott Jr. and he survives in Wapakoneta. She is also survived by 3 children, Beth (Neil) Hipsher of Dunkirk, Lisa Miehls of Spencerville, Rex (Brenda) Lippincott of Wapakoneta; 11 grandchildren, John Thomas Rish, Emily Rish, Jennifer (Jeremy) Snipes, Bradley (Crystal) Boyle, Kristen Boyle, Amber Hall, Stevie Miehls, Adam Miehls, Matthew Miehls, Jason Lippincott, Erica (Tyler) Bicknell; 9 great-grandchildren; a son-in-law, Tom (Dee) Rish of Kenton; a brother, Lowell (Mary Lee) Miller of Trenton; three sisters, Jeanette Leethy of San Antonio, TX, Wilma Leethy of Trenton, Mary Ellen (Bill) Charles of Florida; and a brother-in-law, Keith Johnson of Covington. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Rhonda Rish; and a sister Carol Johnson. A homemaker, Mrs. Lippincott was a custodian at First United Methodist Church in Wapakoneta. She had previously worked at the Hobart Corporation in Troy. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Wapakoneta. She was also a member of the United Methodist Women, the Mary Circle, and had taught second grade Sunday school for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and crafts. A memorial service will be Saturday, June 27, at Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta. Burial of the cremated remains will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the First United Methodist Church, St. Rita's Hospice or the Auglaize Acres Activity Fund.

LIST, Don List (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 31 December 2016) Don List, of the Villages of Florida, passed away Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016, at Cornerstone Hospice, Florida. He married Ruth Hoge, who survives at the residence. He is survived by a son, Blair Hoge, and his family of Columbus; a daughter Dana and her family, also of Columbus; and by four grandchildren. A celebration of life will be Jan. 14 at Schoedinger Funeral Home, 1051 E. Johnstown Road, Gahanna, OH, 43230.

LITHERLAND, Bernard Litherland (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 December 2014) Bernard "Bud" Litherland, age 71, of Celina, passed away Sunday Dec. 28, 2014, at the Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. He was born on Aug. 6, 1943 in Ann Arbor, MI, to the late Gerald and Eleanor (Bullock) Litherland. On June 12, 1982, he married Mary Hutchinson.

LITHERLAND, Sandra Litherland (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 July 2019) On Tuesday, July 16, 2019, Sandra "Sandi" Litherland, loving mother of four children, passed away at the age of 75. Sandi was born in St. Marys, to Norbert and Vera Roettger. She was known for her witty banter, steadfast beliefs, love of God and all of God's creatures. As such, she was an advocate for animals big and small, and consequently spent time volunteering at the Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary. On any given day, you could find Sandi listening to Elvis Presley, and she sang his praises to all who would listen. She is survived by her four children, Michelle (Chris), Mike (JC), Lisa (Lenny), Lee, and her brother Ron (Diane), as well as grandchildren, Brandon, Nicole, Morgan, Madison, Leo, Noah, and great-granddaughter, Harper. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Cape Coral Animal Shelter and Joyce Meyer Ministries.

LITTERAL, Robert Brian Litteral (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 July 2015) Robert Brian Litteral, age 50, of St. Marys, died on Thursday, July 2, 2015, at his residence. He was born on April 20, 1965, in Washington Court House to Charles and Joann (Kneisley) Litteral. Survivors include his son Brian Litteral of Washington Court House; his mother and stepfather Joann and Paul Winget of St. Marys; his sister Jody Reynolds of St. Marys, and his three nephews Michael Schnarre, Mitchell Dew and Prestin Godfrey, all of St. Marys, He was preceded in death by his father Charles Litteral and a niece (whom he dearly loved), Jessica Godfrey. Brian was a graduate of McClain High School in Greenfield, and, had attended Rhodes State College in Lima. Prior to becoming disabled, he was employed as a truck driver for many years. His favorite pastimes included fishing, watching NASCAR racing, and spending time with his little dog, "Skippy." Funeral rites are scheduled to be Saturday 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 his family.

LITTLE, Effert Little (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 31 January 2018) Effert Little, age 83, of 2208 Kensington Drive in St. Marys, OH died Wednesday January 31, 2018 at his residence. He was born November 18, 1934 in Wheelwright, KY to Perry and Lily (Ward) Little. On February 13, 1960 he married Faye Preston, who survives. Also survived by 2 daughters Kimberly (Steve) Irons; Meredith (Jim) Speckman both of St. Marys, OH; 1 son Brian (Missy) Little of St. Marys, OH; 7 grandchildren: Samantha Irons, Kile Irons, Dan (Katlyn) Speckman, Ashley Speckman, Mitchell (Kendra) Speckman, Jacob Little, Sara Little; 2 great-grandchildren: Mackenzie Speckman, Henry Speckman, and Dominik Speckman (due in April); a brother-in-law Clarence (Sue) Preston of Ypsilanti, MI; and a sister-in-law Kathy Preston of Somerset, KY. Preceded in death by: parents Perry and Lily Little; brother Charles Little; half-brother Harlan Little; half-sister Mary Bentley; parents-in-law Earnest and Lilla Preston; brother-in-law David Preston; and sister-in-law Peggy Robinette. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Effert was a retired production employee from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in St. Marys. He was a member of Mercer Lodge F & AM # 121, a life member of American Legion Post # 323 and was an Honorary Kentucky Colonel. He enjoyed sports, woodworking and was meticulous about the appearance of his vehicles. More than anything else, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Rites are scheduled to be Tuesday February 6, 2018 at the Miller Funeral Home 165 Celina Road (Ohio 703 Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial, with full graveside military honors, will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to: St. Marys Tailgate For Cancer; Grand Lake Hospice or American Legion Post # 323.

LITTLE, Lillie Little (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Lillie Little, age 94, of Wheelwright, KY, died Oct. 14, 2006, at the St. Marys Living Center. She was born Nov. 18, 1911, in Pike, KY, to Joe and Martha Thornsberry Ward. On Feb. 6, 1928, she married Perry Little, who died Feb. 19, 1981. Survivors are 1 son, Effert (Faye), of St. Marys; a step-daughter-in-law, Mary, Betsy Lane, of Kentucky; 2 brothers, Brownloe Ward, of Kentucky, and Hasroe (Phyllis) Ward, of St. Marys; 2 sisters, Osie Robertshaw, of Alabama, and Virginia Bates, of Somerset, KY; 3 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren and numerous step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. Deceased is a son, Charles; a stepson, Harlan Ward; a stepdaughter, Mary Ward; four brothers, Will, Andy, Perry and Daniel Ward; and three sisters, Sarah, Christine and Lizzie Ward. Services are Thursday at Hall Brothers Funeral Home, Martin, KY. Burial is at Buckingham Cemetery, Buckingham, KY. Local arrangements are being handled by Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys.

LITTLE, Mary H. Little (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 3 May 2015) Mary H. Little, age 97, of Celina, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2015, at Miller Place in Celina, where she had resided the past few years. Born Feb. 19, 1918 in Spencerville, Allen County, OH, Mary was a daughter of Fred J. & Ada Alice (Kies) Hindenlang. Her first Husband, Elmer Buxton, preceded her in death on Oct. 19, 1956, her second husband, David M. Logan, passed away Dec. 8, 1974, she then married Dwight B. Little on Dec. 17, 1977, and he died May 13, 2001. Mary is survived by a sister, Martha Moore of Wapakoneta; step daughter-in-law, Ginny Brown of Florida; several nieces & nephews. Preceding her in death were her brothers, Lewis, Leroy, William and Robert Hindenlang, and sisters, Mabel Stant and Mildred Ackerman. Mary retired from Reynolds + Reynolds in Celina after 30 years of service. A member of Celina First Church of God, Mary had also been a former member of the Celina Eagles, Moose and American Legion. Mary was an avid doll collector, part of her extensive collection were many antique French and German dolls, which she treasured. She also collected doll carriages. In her younger years, Mary enjoyed gardening, and loved to dance. Funeral Services will be Thursday, May 7th at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina. Memorial Contributions may be made to Celina First Church of God.

LITTLE, Maxine E. Little (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio - 14 January 2013) Maxine E. Little, age 80, of Spencerville, died Saturday, Jan. 12, 2013, at Roselawn Manor in Spencerville. She was born on Jan. 31, 1932, in Spencerville, the daughter of Roy Edgar and Winnifred "Winnie" Pearl (Shobe) Potts, who preceded her in death. On Aug. 13, 1949, she married Robert J. Truesdale, and he died on June 8, 2003. Survivors include three children, Marsha (Robert) Elling, Dennis (Rhonda) Truesdale and Brenda (Rollin) Kill, all of Spencerville; nine grandchildren; 20 greatgrandchildren and a sister. She was preceded in death by her siblings and their spouses, Pauline (Bud) Curts, Mary (Charles) Wyer, Donna (Jim) Sites, Richard (Fannie) Potts, Donald (Chris) Potts, Wayne Potts, Carl (Dell Jean) Potts, Carol (Richard) Miller, Roger (Kathy) Potts, Betty (Max) Brooks, and infant Linda Potts. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home, Spencerville. Burial is to follow in the Spencerville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the First Baptist Church.

LITTLEFIELD, Ruth E. Littlefield (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Ruth E. Littlefield, 102, formerly of St. Marys, OH died Monday March 4, 2013 at Alden Towne Manor in Chicago, IL. She was born December 20, 1910 in St. Marys, OH to Charles and Emma (Hager) Wieter. She is survived by 1 daughter, Cheryl Christine (James) Twombly of Chicago, IL; 2 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and a cousin, Betty Wieter of St. Marys, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Emma Wieter; 2 sistera, Dorothy Kurtz and Marjerie Miller; and 2 brothers, Norval Wieter and Thomas Wieter. She was a homemaker and worked as a housekeeper for many years. She was a baptized member of Zion Lutheran Church in St. Marys. Rites are scheduled to be Saturday March 9, 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.

LIVELY, Janet M. Lively (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=53657386_JLively) Janet M. (Owen) Lively, age 74, of Celina, died on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at Joint Township Community Hospital, Coldwater. She was born August 5, 1943 in Indiana, to the late John & Dorothy (Williamson) Owen. On December 15, 1978, she married Ronald Lively, and he died on April 23, 2014. She is survived by children, Cyndy & Michael Allen of Mason, Ronald & Denise Hanselman of Texas, Debbie & Michael Hurley of South Carolina, Kathy & Michael Dalton of Tennessee, and Jennifer & Jason Fullenkamp of Rockford, and her children, Blayne, Logan and Kara, numerous other grandchildren, and many brothers and sisters. She is preceded in death by son, Chris Hanselman. She enjoyed being a mother and grandmother and would do anything for anyone. Memorial mass will be Tuesday October 10, 2017 at St. Theresa Church, Rockford.

LIVELY, Ronald E. Lively (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421054) Ronald E. Lively, age 73, of Celina, died on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. He was born November 17, 1940 in Ironton, Ohio, to the late Fred & Ethel (Dowdy) Lively. On December 15, 1978, he married Janet (Owen), and she survives in Celina. He is also survived by daughters, Teresa and Sheryl, daughter Jennifer & Jason Fullenkamp of Rockford and her children, Blayne, Logan and Kara, numerous other grandchildren, and a brother, Bob & Mary Lively of Enon. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force during Vietnam. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services.

LIVINGSTON, James R. Livingston (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2164562) James R. Livingston, age 84, of Coldwater passed away at Mercer Health Community Hospital, Coldwater on Thursday, February 28, 2019. He was born December 15, 1934 in Celina to the late Sylvester & Fannie (Bailey) Livingston. On November 23, 1956, he married Shirley (Bissell) Livingston in Norfolk, VA and she precedes him in death. He is survived by his children and in-laws, Scott & Marlene Livingston of Coldwater, Donald & Denise Livingston of Coldwater, and Michael & Terry Livingston of Hudson, NH; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Donald Livingston of Coldwater, and sister-in-law Myrna Livingston of Union City, IN. He is preceded in death by sons, Dwayne and David, and siblings and in-laws, Thomas Livingston, George & Doris Livingston and Wanda & Paul Weigel. Jim was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater and Knights of Columbus, the Coldwater American Legion, V.F.W., and Eagles and was a veteran of the United States Navy where he reached the rank of Master Chief. He was retired from the former New Idea plant and from the U.S. Navy after 21 years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Burial with military rites will follow at St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions can be made to Navy Marine Corp Relief Society or Boys Town USA.

LIVINGSTON, Joyce A. Livingston (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2142634) Joyce A. Livingston, age 78, of Coldwater, passed away Monday, October 15, at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. She was born October 5, 1940, in New Madison, to the late Richard Ross & Jeanne (Stephens) Johnson. On September 2, 1967, she married Donald Livingston, and he survives in Coldwater. In addition to her husband Don, Joyce is survived by siblings, Linda & Jerry Oler and Michael Ross, all of New Madison, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Joyce is preceded in death by a son Jeffery Menger, and an infant daughter Stacy Menger, her step-mother Fae Ross, and a step-sister Sue Sanders. Joyce was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Coldwater, an active member of the F.O.E. 3025 in Coldwater, and was a member of Coldwater American Legion Auxilary for over 50 years. Don and Joyce spent nearly 39 years living in Tucson, AZ. She retired from Arizona Electric Power, she loved to travel with her husband Don, and she loved animals especially horses, and her dog Misty. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, October 19, 2018 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater. Burial will follow in Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison. Memorials may be made to The Mercer County Animal Protection League, or State of the Heart Care.

LOCHTEFELD, Alvina L. Lochtefeld (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421291) Alvina L. Lochtefeld, age 89, formerly of St. Rose, Ohio died at Heritage Manor Nursing Center, Minster, Ohio. She was born on January 20, 1925 in Maria Stein, Ohio to the late Joseph & Ida (Kuess) Heitkamp. On August 3, 1949 she married Clarence J. Lochtefeld at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Maria Stein. He preceded her in death on May 2, 2003. She is survived by son Kenneth Lochtefeld, Belle Center, Ohio, daughter Mary & Theodore Tumbusch, Minster, Ohio, 6 grandchildren Nicole, Kelly, Ryan, Travis, Danielle & Brandon, 7 great grandchildren Caleb, Brianne, Luke, Skylar, Cameron, Braxton & Braleigh, brother Henry Heitkamp, Minster. She was preceded in death by sister Hilda Kremer. She was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church, the Ladies Sodality of the Church and the Knights of St. John Ladies Auxillary, Maria Stein. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, March 31, 2014 at St. Rose Catholic Church. Burial will take place in St. Rose Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster has been entrusted with the services. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association and Wilson Hospice.

LOCHTEFELD, Bernadetta C. Lochtefeld (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=63452336_BLochtefeld) Bernadetta C. Lochtefeld, age 96, of St. Henry, passed away Saturday, September 22, 2018 at The Gardens at St. Henry. She was born March 12, 1922 in St. Henry, Ohio, to the late Henry & Mary (Borgerding) Nieport. On September 13, 1941 she married Roman F. Lochtefeld and he preceded her in death on December 14, 2005. She is survived by her children: Virgil & Carol Lochtefeld of Ft. Wayne, IN, Martin & Elaine Lochtefeld of Celina, Esther & Kenneth Homan of Coldwater, Alice & Donald Rammel of New Weston, Henry & Freda Lochtefeld of Celina; 17 grandchildren, 44 great grandchildren, 14 step great grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Bernie is also survived by in-laws, Dolores Nieport of St. Henry, and Arthur & Irene Lochtefeld of Yorkshire. She was preceded in death by infant children Edwin, Mary Ann, and Anna Marie Lochtefeld. Bernie was the last living member of her family, and is preceded by siblings, Rose & Ed Zumberge, Joseph & Gertrude Nieport, Alberta & Albert Weitzel, and Anthony Nieport. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry, the Altar Rosary Sodality, and the Daughters of Isabella. She was a homemaker, and was active in the Senior Citizens programs such as the regular garage sales and card parties. Bernie loved gardening, being outdoors, and spending time with her loving family. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care, or The Center for Neurological Development in Burkettsville.

LOCHTEFELD, Irene A. Lochtefeld (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=14032578_ILochtefeld) Irene A. Lochtefeld, age 93, of Newport, Ohio died December 8, 2017 at Brookdale Assisted Living Center in Piqua, OH. She was born on December 4, 1924 in Wendeln, OH to the late Henry & Mary (Ording) Vagedes. She married Lavern Lochtefeld on August 9, 1945 in Wendeln and he preceded her in death on July 5, 2000. She is survived by children: Janette Young, Gettysburg, Karen & Ray Massie, Troy, Rosemary & Mark Knupp, Sidney, Susan Cooper & Dave Gade, Tipp City, Alice & Edward “Buzz” Wise Jr., Covington, Diane & Tony Dunlevy, Newport, David Lochtefeld, Smithfield, VA and Lisa & Mark Woehrmyer, Newport, 9 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren & 1 great-great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, a son Theodore & 1 grandchild Shawn. Irene was a member of St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Newport and served as the Supreme Officer for the Knights of St. John Auxiliary. She was a lifelong homemaker and seamstress. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Newport. Burial will follow in St. Peter & Paul Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to Ohio Hospice of Miami County, 550 Summit Ave. Suite 101, Troy OH 45373.

LOCHTEFELD, Jennifer J. Lochtefeld (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 June 2015) Jennifer J. Lochtefeld, age 41, of Celina, died Tuesday, June 9, 2015, at The James Cancer Center in Columbus. She was born on Nov. 13, 1973, in Van Wert to Roger and Victoria (Wilson) Bollenbacher, who live in Celina. Also surviving are her two children Ashley Lochtefeld and Kyle Lochtefeld both of Celina, 2 sisters and brothers-in-law, and the father of her children Kevin Lochtefeld. A memorial gathering will be Thursday at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. She donated her body to The Ohio State University Anatomical Program in Columbus. Interment of her remains will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mercer County 4-H or the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

LOCHTEFELD, Linda L. Lochtefeld (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St, Marys, Ohio, March 25, 2014) Linda L. Lochtefeld, age 55, of New Bremen, died Monday, March 24, 2014, at her residence. She was born on July 15, 1958, in St. Marys, the daughter of the late Donald and Jane (Althoff) Baxter. On May 29, 1982, she married Joe Lochtefeld, who survives in New Bremen. Also surviving is their son, Lee Lochtefeld of Columbus, father-in-law and mother-in-law Arthur and Irene Lochtefeld of Yorkshire, in-laws Beverly and Randy Garrison of Brock, Vernon Lochtefeld of Yorkshire, 6 nieces and nephews, 5 great-nieces and nephews, her Baxter cousins and special cousin Susan and Tom Hughes. Linda was a devout member of the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen, where she was involved in RCIA and parish council. She was a 1976 graduate of Memorial High School, and also graduated from Wright State University with a business education degree. From the time she graduated college until 1996 she worked at the Wright State Lake Campus, where she was an academic adviser. She also taught piano lessons for more than 15 years, helping to teach around 60 students. In recent years, she was involved in the daily operations of the family business Store ‘n Stuff, Soak ‘n Suds and Diversified Pond Supplies. Linda was a gracious and loving friend who touched the lives of everyone she met. She was well known for her infectious smile and laugh, as well as her optimism and strong faith. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen in in charge of the arrangements. The family requests that memorial contributions be directed to the church memorial fund or to Physician’s Care Center, 10034 Brewster Lane, Powell, OH, 43065.

LOCHTEFELD, Marceil E. Lochtefeld (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2154394) Marceil E. Lochtefeld, age 77, of Chickasaw, died Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born October 23, 1941 in Wendelin, to the late Henry & Leona (Kunkler) Guggenbiller. On January 13, 1962 she married Alvin Lochtefeld and he survives in Chickasaw. Marceil is survived by children, Ronald & Rosann Lochtefeld of Chickasaw, Linda Hughes of Bellbrook, Sue & Doug Campbell of Bellbrook, and David Lochtefeld of Celina. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Stephanie & Daniel Coffey, Ashley & Michael Schromm, Grant Lochtefeld, Holly Lochtefeld, Mitchell Hughes, Haley Hughes, Alec Campbell, and Jack Campbell. two great grandchildren, Eleanor and Aurora Coffey, as well as siblings, Margaret & Thomas Albers of Minster, Eugene & Alfreda Guggenbiller of St. Henry, and in-laws, Leonard Luttmer of Yorkshire, Dorothy Guggenbiller of Shaprsburg, Gerald Miller of Decatur, IN, Martin &Marie Schmitmeyer of Celina, Willie & Annie Lochtefeld of Ft. Recovery, Roger & Edna Lochtefeld of Ft. Recovery Paul & Sandy Lochtefeld of New Lebanon, and Janet & Richard O’Neill of Springfield. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Lochtefeld, siblings, Delores Luttmer, Thelma Guggenbiller, Norman Guggenbiller, Mary Ann Miller, Lucille Schmitmeyer, and a brother in-law Ralph Lochtefeld. Marceil was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church in Chickasaw, and the Ladies Sodality. She loved country music, mushroom hunting and bingo. She was an avid sports fan and loved following the Marion Local Flyers and Cincinnati Reds. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, December 22, 2018 at Precious Blood Church. Burial will follow in Precious Blood Cemetery, Chickasaw. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial Contributions may be made to The Society of the Precious Blood.

LOCHTEFELD, Ralph Lochtefeld (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420802) Ralph Lochtefeld, age 66, of Tiffin, Ohio (formerly of Burkettsville, Ohio), died Thursday, March 3, 2011 at Tiffin Mercy Hospital, Tiffin, Ohio. He was born July 5, 1944 in Burkettsville, Ohio to Victor and Anna (Dues) Lochtefeld. Ralph is survived by five siblings, Willie & Annie Lochtefeld of Ft. Recovery, Ohio, Roger & Edna Lochtefeld of Ft. Recovery, Ohio, Alvin & Marceil Lochtefeld of Chickasaw, Ohio, Paul & Sandy Lochtefeld of New Lebanon, Ohio and Janet & Dick O'Neill of Springfield, Ohio and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, March 7, 2011 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville, Ohio. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery, Burkettsville, Ohio. Memorial may be directed to Tiffin Developmental Center 600 N. River Rd, Tiffin, Ohio 44883.

LOCHTEFELD Richard L. Lochtefeld (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/richard-lochtefeld) Richard L. Lochtefeld, age 95, long time resident of St. Rose and recently of Ft. Recovery, died Friday August 2, 2019 at The Gardens at St. Henry. He was born on February 24th 1924 in St. Rose, to the late Vincent & Mathilda (Reinhard) Lochtefeld. On February 4, 1972, he married Luella Marshel Brunswick, and she survives in Ft. Recovery. Rich is survived by his step children Dale & Donna Brunswick of Woodland, TX, and Sharon & Mark Long of Ft. Recovery, one grandchild, Kelly Long, and a sister Ruth Bender. Rich is preceded in death by a grandson, Shane Long, as well as siblings, Aloys Lochtefeld, Fr. Tobias Lochtefeld, and Rosemary Lochtefeld, Rita Fogle, and Agnes Lochtefeld. He graduated from St. John’s High in Maria Stein in 1942. He retired from Delco Product G.M. after forty years. He was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church, St. Rose, and the Holy Name Society. Rich did maintenance work and lectured in the church for many years. He was a member for over 50 years, of the Knights of Columbus in Minster, The St. Gaspar Assembly of Fourth Degree Knights, and of the Catholic Order of Foresters of Dayton. He was on the 2158 Home Corp. Board for 43 years, and sponsored children in Guatemala for a number of years. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Rose Catholic Church in St. Rose. Burial will follow in St. Rose Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care, or CALL Food Pantry.

LOCKE, Denise Metz Locke (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Denise Metz Locke, age 54, of 180 Hickory Nut Lane, Moorseburg, TN, and formerly of Saint Marys, OH, died Wednesday, June 25, 2014, at the Roselawn Manor Nursing Home, Spencerville, after a brief battle with cancer. She was born March 30, 1960, in Lima, Ohio, the daughter of David and Sharlene (Graham) Metz. She married David Locke on January 1, 2002, in Tennesee, and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her brother, Dana (Renee) Metz of Gilbert, AZ; by her nephews Kyle and Joshua Metz; by her aunts Kay Graham of Spencerville; Carolyn Schuller and Lorene Metz of Saint Marys. Mrs. Locke was preceded in death by her parents. Denise was a 1978 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She was employed at K- Mart for 34 years as a retail clerk, originally in Saint Marys and more recently in Greeneville, TN. She enjoyed reading, doing puzzles and knitting. She also enjoyed making baked goods, candy and jellies. She was an avid fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes. She loved her family and will be missed by all who knew her. Funeral rites will be Monday, June 30, 2014, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys, Ohio. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens.

LOCKHART, John W. Lockhart (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) John W. Lockhart, 64, of 906 Kimberly Drive, St. Marys, OH, died Tuesday, September 2, 2008, in the emergency department of Joint Township Hospital in St. Marys, after suffering an apparent heart attack. He was born December 30, 1943, in Peru, IN, the son of Byron and Vera (Rust) Lockhart. He married Patricia Ann Paddock of June 1, 1968; she survives at the residence. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Natasha (Andrew) Catlin of Bay Village, OH; 2 grandchildren: Ethan and Claire Catlin; 3 sisters: Elinor Bettis of Glen Gardner, NJ; Jane Hagendorf of East Hanover, NJ; Joan (Stan) Williams of Tipton, IN; and his mother-in-law, Helen Paddock of Yorktown, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his father-in-law, Durward Paddock. John was a 1961 graduate of Eastern High School in Greentown, IN; a 1966 graduate of Purdue University with a BS in Agricultural Engineering. He retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in St. Marys, Ohio, where he had worked for many years as a development engineer. Funeral rites will be Saturday, September 6, 2008 at the Converse Church of Christ, 301 East Wabash St., Converse, IN. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Greentown, IN. Memorial donations may be directed to the Thomas Howard Scholarship Fund. He loved farming, gardening, reading and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

LOCKWOOD, Roy A. Lockwood Sr. (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio) Roy A. Lockwood Sr., 74, 1010 N. Sugar St., Celina, died Sept. 29, 2007, at Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born May 3, 1933, in Brockway, PA, to Edward and Elsie Heilburn Lockwood. He had been married to Lulla Belle Seibert, who survives in Celina. He is survived by 4 sons, Terry, Roy, Danny (Barb) and Bruce (Melinda), all of Celina; 3 daughters, Cheryl, Tammy Wallen and Crystal (Chris) Secrest, all of Celina; 1 sister, Shirley (Buck) Hines, Brockway, PA; 13 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and 4 step- great-grandchildren. Deceased is a daughter, Lou Anne. He had worked in the oil fields near Spencerville, at Mersman Furniture Factory, Celina, the former New Idea Plant and Werling Motors, both in Coldwater. He was a member of the Mercer County Council on Aging, Coldwater Horseshoe Pitching League, the Shoe Shack Pitching Club and Moose Lodge 1473, Celina. Services will be Wednesday at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina. Burial will follow at Swamp College Cemetery, Celina. Memorials may be made to Mercer County Council on Aging.

LOEGEL, Thomas George Loegel (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 8 November 2018) Thomas George Loegel, age 78, died November 8, 2018 at Otterbein -- St. Marys. He was born May 5, 1940 in St. Johns, OH to Carl G. "Dutch" and Mary Ellen (Rinehart) Loegel. He is survived by his step-sister Patricia Loegel of Wapakoneta, OH; brother- in-law Carl Schumann of St. Marys, OH; 4 nephews Mark (Diane) Schumann of Heron, MT; Brad (Adria) Schumann of Bloomington, IL; Paul (Deb) Schumann of Minster, OH; Eric (Jill) Schumann of Tipp City, OH; 1 niece Deb Schumann of Normal, IL;12 great-nieces and great-nephews. Preceded in death by: parents Carl "Dutch" and Mary Ellen Loegel; sister Marlene Schumann; nephew Randy Schumann Tom was a graduate of Blume High School (Class of 1958) in Wapakoneta, OH and attended Bowling Green State University. He proudly served his country, having spent four years in the United States Air Force. Following his discharge from the military, he settled in Newark, OH and began a 26-year career with what is now the U.S. Air Force Civil Engineer Center in Newark. He attended the Christian Union Church in Heath, OH. He was a member of the Sertoma Club in Newark and was a lifetime member of the American Legion. His favorite pastimes included traveling and spending time with family and friends. Private services will be held. Burial, with military funeral honors, will take place at the Mt. Tabor Cemetery in Gutman, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Arthritis Foundation, Grand Lake Hospice or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are entrusted to the Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys.

LOERA, Ramon S. Loera (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 April 2020) Ramon S. Loera, age 83, of Celina passed away on Friday, April 12, 2020 at home with his family. He was born on Dec. 20, 1936 in Brownsville, TX, the only child to the late Pablo and Genova (Sanchez) Loera. On Oct. 18, 1965 he married Maria Nieto, who survives in Celina. He is also survived by his sons Ramon Loera Jr. of Celina, Jorge (Terri) Loera of Celina, Tony (Kambry) Loera of Celina, Jose "Joe" (Rochelle) Loera of Celina and Juan Pablo "Paul" of Findlay; daughters Irma Loera of Celina, Diana (Eric Henning) of Celina and Monica Loera of Celina; one stepchild; three half-children; daughter-in-law Rachel Loera; 45 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents and his stepdaughter Josephina (Fina) Loera. Due to national health concerns, the Lehman- Dzendzel Funeral Home and the Loera family are following directives outlined by Gov. Mike DeWine, limiting attendance to the visitation and funeral service to immediate family members only. Private funeral services and a private family viewing will be at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Endowment Fund 229 W. Anthony St. Celina, Ohio 45822.

LOFFER, Barbara J. Loffer (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Barbara J. Loffer, 79, of 801 West North Street, Saint Marys, died Thursday, April 1, 2010, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys. She was born December 21, 1930, the daughter of John and Lucille (Rose) Van Cleve. She married Richard Loffer on May 19, 1951 and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her 3 children: Craig (Susan) Loffer of Saint Marys; Scott (Pam) Loffer of Princeton, WV; Jodi (Kumar) Sivagnanam of Saint Marys; by 9 grandchildren: Craig (Lora) Loffer, Jr. of Springfield, OH; Heather Loffer of Alger, OH; Aimee Loffer of Rockhill, SC; Jeremy Loffer of Princeton, WV; Christine (Jeremy) Dammeyer of Saint Marys; Chad (Corinne) Porter of Grove City, OH; Priya Sivagnanam of Saint Marys; Ambika Sivagnanam of Saint Marys; and Sarika Sivagnanam of Siant Marys; by 2 great-grandchildren: Drew Dammeyer and Austin Loffer; by 2 sisters: Marjorie Urhammer of Bowling Green, OH; Marilee (David) Hitchen of Genoa, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Joan Nagel. Barbara was a graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She attended the University of Northwestern Ohio. She retired from Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, where she was a medical transcriptionist. She enjoyed reading, music, gardening, and spending time with her family. She attended Saint Marys Assembly of God Church. Funeral rites will be Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Agape Ministries in Saint Marys.

LOFFER, Richard S. Loffer (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Richard S. Loffer, 82, of 801 West North Street, Saint Marys, died Saturday, December 1, 2012, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. He was born January 7, 1930, in Ada, OH, the son of Lowell and Mary (Hubbell) Loffer. He married Barbara Van Cleve on May 19, 1951 and she preceded him in death on April 1, 2010. He is survived by his 3 children: Craig (Susan) Loffer of Saint Marys; Scott (Pam) Loffer of Princeton, WV; Jodi (Kumar) Sivagnanam of Saint Marys; by 9 grandchildren: Craig (Lora) Loffer, Jr. of Greenfield, IN; Heather Loffer of Alger, OH; Aimee Loffer of Rockhill, SC; Jeremy Loffer of Princeton, WV; Christine (Jeremy) Dammeyer of Saint Marys; Chad (Corrine) Porter of Grove City, OH; Priya Sivagnanam of Saint Marys; Ambika Sivignanam of Saint Marys; Sarika Sivagnanam of Saint Marys; by three great-grandchildren: Drew Dammeyer; Austin Loffer and Jahmar Loffer. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; 2 brothers: Robert Loffer and Max Loffer; and by 1 son-in-law, Harold Porter. Richard was a graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving during the Korean War. He attended Living Hope Assembly of God Church in Saint Marys and enjoyed spending time with his family. Funeral rites will be Thursday, December 6, 2012, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to Agape Ministries of Saint Marys.

LOGAN, Barbara J. Hengstler Logan (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 5 January 2017) Barbara J. (Hengstler) Logan, age 79, of Wapakoneta, passed away peacefully Monday, Jan. 2, 2017, at Cridersville Health Care Center. She was born on May 8, 1937, in Lima to the late Raymond E. and Betty Botkin Hengstler. She married Marvin C. Logan on March 20, 1959, and he survives in Wapakoneta. Additional survivors include a son Steve (Jan) Logan of Lima; daughter Linda (Frank) Stapp of Wapakoneta; a daughter-in-law Pam Logan of Elida; 5 grandchildren: Jessica Logan, Jennifer (Joe) Morgan, Lindsay (Dustin) Birkenkamp, and Jeff Logan and Tyler Stapp; four great-grandchildren; 1 brother Raymond (Dianne) Hengstler of St. Marys; 3 sisters Mary Louise Dotson of Wapakoneta and Lucy Best of Crossville, TN; 1 brother-in-law Don Hull of St. Marys and many nieces and nephews. Barb was preceded in death by a son Max Logan and a sister Martha Hull. Barb graduated from Shawnee High School in 1955 and Lima Memorial School of Nursing in 1958. She then had a career at Lima Memorial and retired from Oral Surgery Associates. She cared for people her entire life. Barbara enjoyed her family and friends. She loved to travel to New York City to enjoy Broadway plays. Her love of show tunes touched her entire family. She also enjoyed ball room dancing with her husband, Marvin. Funeral service will be Saturday at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Cridersville. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Grand Lake Hospice, 1122 E. Spring St., or the Alzheimer's Association.

LOGAN, Stella J. Logan (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Stella J. Logan, 98, of 119 South Buckeye Street, Saint Marys, OH, died Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in Saint Marys following a brief illness. She was born June 8, 1912, in Langley, KY, the daughter of William and Alonzo (Hayes) Hall. She is survived by her daughter, Glenda (Dale) Kuck of Saint Marys; by a daughter-in-law, Nancy Logan of Lexington, KY; by 3 grandchildren: Randolph (Margie) Click of Burke, VA; Steve (Carolyn) Logan of Lexington, KY; John Logan of Lexington, KY; by five great-grandchildren: Amanda Click; Angela Click; Grace Logan; Josh Logan and Matthew Logan; and by four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; by two husbands, Glen Moore and Clarence Logan; by a son, Larry Logan; by 2 brothers: Everett Hall and Emmett Hall; by 1 sister, Flossie Hall Frasure. Stella retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys after 22.5 years of service. She was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church in Saint Marys. She was a great homemaker, enjoyed shopping, making flower arrangements and sewing. Funeral rites will be Thursday, June 9, 2011, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys, Ohio. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Wayne Street United Methodist Church Building Fund

LOGAN, Susan Logan (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 19 November 2020) Susan C. Logan, age 63, of St. Marys died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020 at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. She was born Sept. 4, 1957 in Lima to Ralph A. and Irene (Burgei) Miller. Her mother survives in Ottoville. On April 22, 1978, she married Kevin Logan and he survives in St. Marys. Susan is also survived by her sisters: Sandra (Todd) Wannemacher, Joyce (Mike) Basinger, Angie (Allan) Honigford and Becky (Kevin) Krouskop, all of Ottoville; sister-in-law Lisa Flores; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Ralph Miller; sister Nancy (Jim) Spencer; sister-in-law Cindy King and her father and mother-in-law, Don and Ruth Logan. Susan was a supervisor in claim services for Auto Owners Insurance in Lima for over 40 years. She was a member of Mercer County Sportsman Club and Sandy Beach Association. Susan loved her animals and enjoyed her bling. Funeral mass will be at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ottoville. Burial will follow in St. Marys Cemetery, Ottoville. Arrangements are under the direction of Love-Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Jackson Township. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

LOGAN, W. Ruth Logan (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 16 August 2012) W. Ruth Logan, age 78, of Lima, died Sunday, Aug. 12, 2012, at Lima Memorial Health System. She was born on July 7, 1934, in Alger, to Ulysses Grant and Christa Bales Johnson, and they preceded her in death. On Dec. 25, 1952, she married Donald E. Logan, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 13, 1991. She is survived by three children, Kevin (Sue) Logan of St. Marys, Tim Logan of Lima and Lisa (Jody Telljohann) Flores of Lima; a son-in-law; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and three sisters. She was preceded in death by a daughter, LaCinda Sue King; a son-in-law; a brother and three sisters. Funeral services will be Friday at Eastside Chapel Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services. Burial will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery in Lima. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

LONEY, Jason Wayne Loney (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 November 2012) Jason Wayne Loney, age 37, New Bremen, passed away Saturday, Nov. 24, 2012, at his residence. He was born Aug. 26, 1975, in Lima, to parents Jerry Wayne Smith and Jennifer Dee Loney. On Aug. 27, 2005, he married Kerri Lynn (Howard) Loney, and she survives in New Bremen. He is survived by his father; 1 son, Eric W. Loney, of FL; 3 daughters, Maddison Rose Loney of FL, Ariel Marie Wright of New Bremen and Brittany Chyenne Wright of New Bremen; 1 brother, Damen Martin of MO; 2 sisters, Missy Jo Wilson of KY and Angela Rose Wilson of Lima; and 1 granddaughter, Layla Marie Wright of New Bremen. He was preceded in death by his mother and a stepfather, Eddie Martin. A memorial service will be Friday at St. Paul United Church of Christ, at 119 N. Franklin St. in New Bremen. Services have been entrusted to Cisco Funeral Home in St. Marys.

LONEY, Jason Wayne Loney (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 29, 2012) Jason Wayne Loney, age 37, New Bremen, passed away Saturday, Nov. 24, 2012, at his residence. He was born Aug. 26, 1975, in Lima, to parents Jerry Wayne Smith and Jennifer Dee Loney. On Aug. 27, 2005, he married Kerri Lynn (Howard) Loney, and she survives in New Bremen. He is survived by his father; 1 son, Eric W. Loney, of Fla.; 3 daughters, Maddison Rose Loney of Fla., Ariel Marie Wright of New Bremen and Brittany Chyenne Wright of New Bremen; 1 brother, Damen Martin of Mo.; 2 sisters, Missy Jo Wilson of Ky. and Angela Rose Wilson of Lima; 1 granddaughter, Layla Marie Wright of New Bremen. He was preceded in death by his mother and a stepfather, Eddie Martin. A memorial service will be Friday at St. Paul United Church of Christ, at 119 N. Franklin St. in New Bremen. Services have been entrusted to Cisco Funeral Home in St. Marys.

LONG, C. Richard Long (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) C. Richard Long, 82, of 122 Phillips Drive, Wapakoneta, Ohio, died Sunday, March 28, 2010, at his residence following an extended illness. He was born September 30, 1927, in Troy, OH, the son of Hubert and Neva (Holloway) Long. He married Marilyn J. Ward on June 18, 1950 and she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his 4 children: John (Marlene Krieg) Long of Saint Marys; Cindy (Joe) Walkup of Wapakoneta; Sue (Bill) Cheslock of Saint Marys; Melissa (Branch) Goodson of Greenville, NC; by his 8 grandchildren: James Folk III; Erin Spencer; Christopher Folk; B.J. Zink; Daniel Zink; Nathan Long; Victor Long; David Long; and by 8 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; by two sisters: Patty Lou Long and JoAnn Netzley. Dick was a 1945 graduate of New High School in Pleasant Hill, OH. He served in the United States Merchant Marine during WWII. Dick had a very successful career as a funeral director in Saint Marys and Wapakoneta. He started working at the Roy Miller Funeral Home in West Milton, OH, when he was 13 years old. He graduated from the Cincinnati College of Embalming in 1949 and came to Saint Marys in 1954, where he joined the Yoder Funeral Home. In 1970, the Yoder and Long Funeral Home merged with Folk Funeral Home to form Yoder, Long and Folk Funeral Homes in Saint Marys and Wapakoneta. He will be remembered for his dedication to helping others and his careful attention to detail. He enjoyed playing golf and spending time with his family. Dick was an active member of the community, having belonged to Rotary, Kiwanis, Jaycees and the Sertoma Clubs; he was a former Master Mason and 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Shriner; he was a past president of the Saint Marys Chamber of Commerce. He was instrumental in the closing of South Wayne Street in Saint Marys, which allowed for the construction of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company; he also played a role in the development of the Greenville Road bypass and the Neil Armstrong Airport. He was a past president of Saint Marys Little League and a member of the VFW and American Legion Posts in Greenville, NC. He was a member of the United Church of Christ. Funeral rites will be Friday, April 2, 2010, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys, Ohio. Burial, with military honors conducted by VFW Post 9289 and American Legion Post 323, will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to SART.

LONG, Carol Long (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 24 August 2010) Carol Long, age 71, of Orlando, FL, died Sunday, August 15, 2010, at the Orlando Hospital after being ill for four months with cancer. She was born February 26, 1939, to John and Appolona Tobens in St. Marys. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Charles Long; five children, Douglas Long, Daniel Long, Scott Long, Amy Hanson, Jennifer Jones and their spouses; nine grandchildren; two sisters, Martha (Richard) Scherer of St. Marys, Beck Rhodes of Fayette, AL; and a sister-in-law, Alice Tobens of St. Marys. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Bob Tobens; and an infant sister. Funeral services were Aug. 20, at the St. Charles Borromia Catholic Church in Orlando, FL.

LONG, Charles E. Long (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Charles E. Long, 74, of 2100 Celina Road, Lot 115, died suddenly Saturday, December 1, 2007, in the emergency department of Joint Township Hospital in St. Marys, OH. He was born February 11, 1933, in St. Marys, the son of Webster and Marie (Drake) Long. He married Mary Elizabeth Mertz on September 26, 1953; she preceded him in death on November 13, 1991. He is survived by his two daughters: Christine (Mark) Chadwick of St. Marys; Cheryl (Jim) Brown of St. Marys; by three grandchildren: Harmony Hutman, Justin Hawkins and Ryan Hawkins; by two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one brother, Webster Long and a sister, Goldie Mae Long. Charles retired from Parker Cylinder Division after 44 years of service. He belonged to Eagles Arie 767, Saint Marys; he was a social member of both the VFW and American Legion in Saint Marys. While his daughters were growing up he was an active volunteer with the Girl Scouts of America and the VFW Baton and Drum Corps; he spent countless hours delivering Girl Scout cookies, driving the Drum Corps to events and even marching along with them in parades. He had been an active member of the West Ohio Junior Rifle Club. He loved socializing and riding motorcycles. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 7, 2007, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Private family burial rites will be held at a later date.

LONG, Cheryl A. Long (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 29 October 2015) Cheryl A. Long, age 69, of 130 Sturgeon Street in St. Marys, OH died Thursday October 29, 2015 at St. Rita’s Medical center in Lima, OH. She was born February 10, 1946 in Cincinnati, OH to Harold and Hedwig (Wissman) Hott. On June 29, 1996 in Gatlinburg, TN she married Richard Long, who survives. She is also survived by 1 step-daughter Kellee Long of St. Marys, OH; 1 step-son Kevin (Karen) Long of Brookville, OH; and 4 grandchildren: Kasey, Jacob, Ethan and Amelia Long. She was preceded in death by her parents Harold and Hedwig Hott and a brother David Hott. She was a graduate of New Bremen High School and attended Defiance College. She was a homemaker. She was a member of New Community Church in St. Marys. Her favorite pastimes included reading and tending her flower garden. She was also fond of animals, especially cats. Rites are scheduled to be Wednesday November 4, 2015 at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High Street Chapel) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen, OH.

LONG, Gerald A. Long (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 21 December 2015) Gerald A. “Sonny” Long, age 86, of Wapakoneta died Monday December 21, 2015 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home, Minster. He was born on April 16, 1929 in Wapakoneta to Carl S. & Alena (Borges) Long who preceded him in death. Survivors include 3 sisters Phyllis (LeRoy) Kessen of Coldwater, Ida Lou Harrod of Wapakoneta, Mary Ann Garman of Chickasaw, a sister-in-law Marlene Long of Greenville and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers Harold (Marie) Long, Delbert Long, John (Mary Ann) Long, two brothers-in-laws Francis Harrod and Virgil Garman. Gerald was a graduate of St. Joseph High School and then served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked at the Wapakoneta Post Office for 35 years. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, V.F.W. Post 8445, Eagles 691 and the Elks. A private family service will be held at a later date at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. There will be no public visitation. The family had entrusted Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services to handle the arrangements.

LONG, Harry Lee Long (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 11 May 2011) Harry Lee Long, age 70, of Rockford, died Monday, May 9, 2011, at Van Wert County Hospital in Van Wert, where he was a patient. He was born on Sept. 6, 1940, in Rockford, the son of Ross E. and Lucille (Caywood) Long. On April 29, 2000, he married Roberta K. (Birdie) Houser, and she survives in Rockford. He is also survived by 3 children, Jeff Long, Penny (Tom) Stover, Teresa (Mike) Heiser, all of Rockford; 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren and 1brother. He had served in the United States Navy Reserve. Funeral services will be Friday at Ketcham-Ripley Funeral Home, Rockford. Burial will be held at Riverside Cemetery in Rockford. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Cancer Association of Mercer County.

LONG, Mary A. Long (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 12 February 2014) Mary A. Long, age 63, of Wapakoneta died Wednesday February 12, 2014 at her residence. She was born in Wapakoneta on July 28, 1950 to Theodore & Wanda (Stotts) Kohler. Her father preceded her in death and her mother survives in Wapakoneta. Survivors also include 3 sisters Joanne Kohler, Elizabeth (Jeff) Arnold and Margaret (Mike) Schwartz, a sister-in-law Annie Kohler, 6 nieces, 3 nephews, 11 great nieces and 8 great nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother Edward Kohler and a sister Theresa Anderson. Mary attended St. Joseph School and was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Wapakoneta Eagles #691. She had worked at Wendy’s for 22½ years. She was an avid New York Giants, Carl Edwards and Cincinnati Reds fan. Memorial services are scheduled to be Tuesday February 18, 2014 at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta by the Wapakoneta Eagles #691. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

LONG, Richard J. Long (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 10 October 2018) Richard J. Long, age 77, of 113 Sturgeon Street in St. Marys, died Thursday Oct. 4, 2018 at his residence. He was born July 4, 1941 in Greensburg, PA to Wilfred and Elizabeth (Rizzardi) Long. He was first married to Kendra Martin, who preceded him in death. He was then married Cheryl Ann Hott, who also preceded him in death. Survivors include his daughter Kellee Long of St. Marys; son Kevin (Karen) Long of Bellbrook; four grandchildren: Kaisey Ballenger, Jaikob Long, Ethan Long and Emilia Long; sisters Norma (Thomas) Mertz of Minster and Barbara (Gregory) Dardio of Wapakoneta as well as numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents Wilfred and Elizabeth Long; first wife Kendra Long; second wife Cheryl Ann Long; brother Anthony Long and infant brother Paul Long. He was a graduate of Mendon - Union High School (Class of 1970). He served in the U.S. Army Reserves for six years. He retired from the Midmark Corp. in Versailles. Following his retirement, he worked at the Sparkle Car Wash in St. Marys, until the time of his death. He was a member of the Wayne Street United Methodist Church, VFW Post #9289 and Eagles Lodge Aerie #767, all in St. Marys. Richard served several terms on the St. Marys City Council, representing the 4th Ward. An avid sports fan, he supported the St. Marys Roughriders, Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Cavaliers. He also enjoyed fishing at Grand Lake St. Marys and going to his sister's house to play cards. Rites are scheduled to be Friday at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (State Route 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. A private family burial will take place at the German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen.

LONG, Sara Long (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 26 Sept. 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Sara “Sally” Long, age 81, of St. Marys, OH passed away Saturday September 26, 2020 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, OH. She was born September 16, 1939 in Carey, OH to Robert and Dorothy (Lusk) Gardener. On September 2, 1961, she married Pahl Dennis “Denny” Long, who survives. She is also survived by 1 son, Stephen Long of Perrysburg, OH; 4 daughters, Linda (Kevin) Liesner of Omaha, NE; Teresa (Rick) Ziegenbusch of St. Marys, OH; Barbara (Daniel) Meek of Ada, OH; Janet (Kevin) Wilkens of Woodbridge, VA; 1 brother-in-law, Nicolas (Beckie) Long of Carey, OH; 1 sister-in-law, Anita Greer of Tiffin, OH; 9 grandchildren: Jennifer (Brad) Giesler, Melissa (Joel) Sullivan, Katherine (Thomas) O’Rear, Racheal and Mitchell Ziegenbusch, Nathan and Natalie Meek, Jackie and Kenny Wilkens; and 3 great-grandchildren: Anabelle Sullivan, Liam and Kyle Giesler. She was preceded in death by: parents Robert & Dorothy Gardner; parents-in-law Vincent & Cathryn (Pesky) Long; sister Elizabeth (James) Hendricks; brother-in-law Thomas Greer. Sally was a graduate of Carey High School (Class of 1957) and went on to receive her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Bowling Green State University. She retired from St. Marys City Schools, where she was a teacher for 25 years. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. A loving, devoted wife and mother, she will be remembered for the unwavering support for her family and her wonderful sense of humor. Private family services and burial will be held. A public celebration of her life will be announced at a later date.

LONG, Susan Marie Long (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 16 February 2015) Susan Marie Long, age 56, of 744 Brooklyn Ave., Sidney, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015, at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton, surrounded by her family and friends. Susan was born on Dec. 11, 1958, in St. Marys, to the late John McEvoy and Jeannette (Bendele) Albers of Celina. On Jan. 30, 2001, she married Nelson Long and he survives in Sidney. Also surviving are step father Norbert Albers of Celina, her children Luke Smith of Sidney, Matt Smith of Botkins and Gretchen Smith of Sidney and her step children Mercedes Long of Atlanta, GA and Maverick Long of Dayton; her brothers Steve (Dawn) McEvoy, Joe (Doris) Wapakoneta, Pat (Joni) McEvoy of Troy, Donald McEvoy of St. Marys, and her sisters Cindy Hepp of Fort Loramie, Rose (Allan) Colson of Fort Pierce, FL, and her mother-in-law Katheryn Long of Sidney. She is also survived by her step-sisters Diana (John) Goettemoeller, Doris (Herb) Wilker, Denise (Todd) Stammen and step-brother Roger (Brenda) Albers. Susan was a graduate of St. Marys High School class of 1977. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Anna. She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her children and friends, walking, living beside the river and watching wild game fly in onto the water. Funeral services will be held at noon Wednesday at Adams Funeral Home, 1401 Fair Road, Sidney. Burial will follow at Rest Haven Cemetery in St. Marys.

LONG, Vivian C. Long (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 April 2016) Vivian C. Long, age 60, of Celina, died Monday, April 25, 2016, at the Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. She was born on Sept. 3, 1955, in Roane County, TN, to the late Earl and Sandra (Canup) Long. Survivors include her daughter and son-in- law, Angela (Nick) McNeely of Lakeview; by three grandchildren; by a brother and by her former husband Charles Hockett of Melbourne, FL. Memorial services will be Friday at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina.

LONGEMEYER, Mary Alice Longemeyer (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Mary Alice Longemeyer, 88, of 06105 County Road 33-A, Saint Marys, died Saturday, November 26, 2011, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born December 28, 1922, in Saint Marys, the daughter of Daniel and Alice (Spicer) Hay. She married Richard Longemeyer on January 19, 1941 and he preceded her in death on October 3, 1998. She is survived by 1 daughter, Sue (Michael) Zdrodowski of Crossville, TN; by 2 grandchildren: Melissa Platzer of St. Clair, MI; Jeffrey Buss of Westminster, MD; by 4 great-grandchildren: Krystal Buss; Michael Buss; Marissa Buss; Kayla Platzer; a great-great-grandson, David Sacra; and by 1 brother, Dan (Frieda) Hay of Saint Marys. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a sister, Annie Katterhenry. Mary Alice was a 1940 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She retired from Alcoa Building Products in Sidney. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys. She enjoyed sewing, knitting and crocheting. Funeral rites will be Saturday, December 3, 2011, at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

LONGSWORTH, Clifford G. Longsworth (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 15 July 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Clifford G. Longsworth, age 74, of Celina, OH died Wednesday July 15, 2020 at Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born December 26, 1945 in Rockford, OH to Francis Eugene and Ethel (Linn) Longsworth. Survivors include a daughter, Nichole (Randy Brooks) Sites of Spencerville, OH; 3 sons, Jeff Longsworth of Van Wert, OH; Clifford (Amy Douglas) Longsworth of Berne, IN; John Daniel Longsworth of Van Wert, OH; 4 step-sons, Jeff Ganger of Rockford, OH; Bruce (Robin) Ganger of Celina, OH; Danny (Holly) Ganger of Rockford, OH; Mark (Christa) Ganger of Van Wert, OH; numerous grandchildren; and 2 sisters, Geraldine Lewis and Ruth Ann (Gary) Davis both of Rockford, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents Francis Eugene and Ethel Longsworth; wife Carol Ann (Huber) Longsworth; step-daughter Nancy Williams; and step-daughter Cindy Brockman. He was a graduate of Van Wert High School. He had been employed with D & T Sanitation Services in Decatur, IN. His favorite pastimes was playing his accordion for family and friends. Services are scheduled at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys. Military funeral honors will take place immediately following the services.

LONGSWORTH, Larry R. Longsworth (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – June 12, 2012) Former Auglaize County Sheriff Larry R. Longsworth, age 62, of Wapakoneta, passed away Monday, June 11, 2012, at The Wexner Medical Center at Ohio State University in Columbus, surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born on Feb. 18, 1950, in Mercer County, the son of Robert and Bernice (Nuss) Longsworth, and his mother preceded him in death. His father survives in Wapakoneta. He is also survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Janice (Haehn) Longsworth; 1 son, Aaron (Alicia) Longsworth; 1 daughter, Missy Longsworth (Casey) Crisp; 2 grandchildren, Alden and Allison Longsworth; 2 brothers, Dennis (Gayla) Longsworth and Gary (Paula) Longsworth. Larry honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, where he was awarded three Bronze Stars and the Purple Heart. Larry dedicated 31 years of service, law enforcement and leadership to the Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office, the last 16 years as sheriff. He was instrumental in bringing the DARE program to all county schools, the building of the new sheriff’s office and jail and in the creation of the Grand Lake Task Force and the Special Response Team. Larry was a devoted and loving husband, father and papa. After retiring in 2005, Larry spent his time traveling with his wife Janice, tending to his wetlands area he created on his property and serving as a source of quiet strength for his children, grandchildren, extended family and friends. He enjoyed waterfowl hunting and loved nature and the outdoors. A 1968 graduate of Wapakoneta High School, his memberships included the Wapakoneta Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8445, the American Legion Post 330, Moulton Gun Club and held life memberships in the AmvetsPost 333 and the Buckeye State Sheriff’s Association. He was an avid fan of the Cincinnati Reds and enjoyed watching the Weather Channel. Funeral services will be Friday at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery in Wapakoneta, where military rites will be conducted. Memorial contributions may be directed to Auglaize County DARE Program.

LONGSWORTH, R. Naomi Ginter-Huston-Longsworth (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) R. Naomi Ginter-Huston-Longsworth, age 92, of St. Marys, OH died Thursday March 27, 2014 at St. Marys Living Center. She was born September 30, 1921 in St. Marys, OH to Lawrence and Lulu (Miller) Fisher. She is survived by 1 daughter, Jeanette Mack of St. Marys, OH; 6 sons, Charles (Joyce) Ginter; Mick (Jane) Ginter; Larry “Chub” (Kathy) Huston; Jeff Longsworth all four of St. Marys, OH; George (Carolyn) Ginter of Sidney, OH; Randy (Paula) Longsworth of Ohio City, OH; 39 grandchildren; 81 great-grandchildren; 47 great-great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Maxine Gause of Newark, OH; and a former husband, James Huston of St. Marys, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Lulu Fisher; husband, Lester Longsworth; son, Roy Ginter; son, Joseph Ginter; son, Terry Ginter; son, William Ginter; son, Lester Longsworth; brother, Daniel “Jr.” Fisher; sister, Pauline Fisher; sister, Betty Hague; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; former husband Joseph Ginter. She was a homemaker and retired bartender/waitress from the former Millers’ Café in downtown St. Marys. She was a life member of Eagles Aerie #767 and VFW Post #9289 auxiliaries, both in St. Marys. Her favorite pastimes included reading, fishing, playing bingo and spending time with her family and friends. Rites are scheduled for Monday March 31, 2014 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. Private burial will take place at Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to either ABC Center in New Bremen, OH or Auglaize Co. Humane Society.

LONGSWORTH, Randy Longworth (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 27 November 2016) Randy Longsworth, age 61, 408 Wise St., Ohio City, OH, died Sunday November 27, 2016, at his residence. He was born March 11, 1955, in St. Marys, Ohio, to Lester and Naomi (Fisher) Longsworth. On July 19, 1974, he married Paula (Kuhns) Longsworth, who survives in Ohio City. Randy is also survived by his 2 sons: Jason Longsworth and Jamie (Marcie) Longsworth both of St. Marys, Ohio; 5 grandchildren: Ashley Henschen, Declan Longsworth, Jenasyn Longsworth, Garin Longsworth, and Tyler Hoffman; 5 brothers: Charlie Ginter, Mick Ginter, George Ginter, Larry Huston, Jeff Longsworth; 1 sister, Jeanette Mack; and father-in- law Paul Kuhns of St. Marys, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents, and just 3 days earlier by his mother–in-law, Dora Kuhns, on November 24, 2016. Randy was retired from Pick-N’-Save, Van Wert, Ohio, and a member of Eagles Lodge Aerie 767 in St. Marys, Ohio. An avid hunter and trapper, Randy enjoyed the outdoors, family, great friends, and having a good time. Private family services will be held. Arrangements were entrusted to Miller Funeral Home in St. Marys, Ohio.

LONGSWORTH, Robert Calvin Longsworth (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 24, 2012) Robert Calvin Longsworth, age 88, passed away from this life on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, at the Gardens of Wapakoneta, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born on Oct. 23, 1924, in Auglaize County in Moulton Township, the son of Lloyd and Esther (Badertscher) Longsworth, and they preceded him in death. On April 9, 1947, he married Bernice J. Nuss, and she preceded him in death on Aug. 5, 2006. He is survived by his 2 sons, Dennis (Gayla) Longsworth and Gary (Paula) Longsworth; 1 daughter-in-law, Janice Longsworth; his grandchildren, Gabriel Longsworth, Aaron (Alicia) Longsworth, Missy (Casey) Longsworth-Crisp and Derek Longsworth; 4 stepgrandchildren, David (Amanda), Daniel (Christie) Moore, Dean (Megan) Moore and Misty (Brian) Hisle; 4 great-grandchildren, Alden Longsworth, Allison Longsworth, Alex Longsworth and Zachary Longsworth; 6 great-stepgrandchildren, Tanner Catron, Hannah Hisle, Dakota Hisle, Dillan Moore, Dawson Moore and Dax Moore; 1 sister, Alice (Kenneth) Lynn; 2 sister-in-laws, Dorothy Nuss and Naomi Longworth; a brother-in-law, Melvin Nuss. He was preceded in death by a son, Larry R. Longsworth; two brothers, Bus Longworth and James Longworth; and a sister, Mary Chiles. Robert was a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather. He was a 1943 graduate of Blume High School. He was also a machinist at Minster Machine in Minster and later Industrial Equipment/Midmark in Versailles. Robert was recognized many times for the suggestions he made to IE/Midmark for the betterment of the company. He was a member of United Church of Christ in St. Marys. He volunteered his time and talent by making wooden keepsake boxes for all of the children being baptized into the church. Bob was always willing to help others and was never too busy to listen. Bob was a Scout leader for Troop 199, while his sons, Dennis and Larry, were in the Boy Scouts. Robert’s avocation was his wood working and metal lathing skills. He enjoyed building small, gasoline-powered engines in his basement workshop, where he made family heirlooms. He was a master craftsman. Bob also enjoyed photography and developing his own film. The memorial service of Thanksgiving and celebration will be Thursday at Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta. Interment will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rita’s Hospice or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

LONGWORTH, James F. Longworth (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 27 May 2010) James F. Longworth, age 87, of Wapakoneta, died Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at the Wapakoneta Manor. He was born Aug. 5, 1922, in Moulton, a son of Lloyd and Esther (Badertscher) Longworth, who preceded him in death. On Feb. 24, 1955, he married Betty Louise Garee; she preceded him in death May 29, 1991. He is also survived by five children, Becky (Randy) Stolzenburg of Wapakoneta, Don (Doreen) Longworth of Decatur, IN, Julie Grubb of Wapakoneta, Dianna (Ron) Thomas of Wapakoneta, Brian (Sally) Longworth of Cridersville; a stepchild, Michael Garee of Wapakoneta; six grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren; a brother, Robert Longsworth of Wapakoneta; a sister, Alice (Kenneth) Lynn of Monticello, KY; and a sister-in-law, Naomi Longsworth of St. Marys. He was preceded in death by a brother, Lester Longsworth; a sister and brother- in-law, Mary (Carl) Chiles. He retired as a toolmaker in 1988 from Excello Textron, Lima. He was a veteran of both the U. S. Army and the U. S. Air Force. He was also a member of the Wapakoneta VFW Post 8445, Wapakoneta, with whom he served on the Honor Guard Funeral Detail. He was an avid golfer and pitched fast pitch softball for Detgen Grain. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends at the VFW. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Long and Folk Chapel, 13 South Blackhoof St., Wapakoneta. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta, where military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta VFW. Memorials may be directed to the St. Rita's Hospice.

LOOMIS, Joshua J. Loomis (Abstracted from the Lima News, Feb 17, 1972) WAYNESFIELD - Services for former Waynesfield resident, Joshua J. Loomis, age 83, of Ansonia, will be in Oliver's Funeral Home, Ansonia. Burial will be in Willow Branch Cemetery. Mr. Loomis died Tuesday in his home. Born March 1, 1888, in Auglaize County, he was the son of E. J. and Judy Montague Loomis. He married Edna Downing in 1920 and she died Jan. 7, 1968. Surviving are a son, Junior J. of Union City, IN; four daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Freeda) Kochensparger of Rossburg, Mrs. Harry (Betty Jane) Walker of Menlo Park, CA, Mrs. Wayne (Maxine) Munn of Union and Mrs. Eugene (Rebecca) Hemmelgarn of Fort Recovery; three sisters, Mrs. Maude Gross of 118 Haller, Lima, Mrs. Julia Sybert of 425 W. Vine, Lima, and Mrs. Thelma Smith of Belle Center; 22 grandchildren; and eight great-grand-children.

LOPEZ, Juanita S. Lopez (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420843) Juanita S. Lopez, age 74, of 1211 Hilltop Circle in Troy, Ohio and formerly of Celina, passed away Wednesday July 31, 2013 at the Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater, Ohio. She was born on May 1, 1939 in Crystal City, TX to the late Jose & Michaela (Botello) Samaniego. She is survived by her sons & daughters-in-law, James & Kathy Thomas of Maryland, Patrick & Debbie Thomas of Stewart, Jon Thomas of Gettysburg, Michael & Julie Thomas of St. Marys, daughters & sons-in-law Pamela & James Carr of Celina, Tina & Roy Lickteig of Celina, Mary & Matt Fortkamp of Celina, Deliha Kremer of Celina, 48 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, brothers & sisters-in-law Roger & VyVyonna Samaniego of Coldwater, Ray & Susan Samaniego of Ocala, FL, Mario & Ruby Samaniego of Ocala, FL, Robert & Toni Samaniego of Crystal City, TX, Barb Samaniego of St. Marys, brother- in-law Ernesto Trevino of Crystal City, TX. She was preceded in death by her daughters Geraldine Thomas, Roxann Thomas, Rebecca McMahon, Michaela Berry, brothers Albert Samaniego, Joe Samaniego Juan Samaniego and her sister Conseulo Trevino. She graduated from Immaculate Conception High School in Celina in 1957. She formerly taught English in Celina and was a translator in the Celina Area. Juanita retired in 2008 from Con Agra Foods in Troy. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday Aug. 3, 2013 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina has been entrusted with the services. Memorial contributions may be made to Mercer County Home 4871 St. Rte. 29 Celina, Ohio 45822.

LOPEZ, Vanessa Kayana Lopez (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Vanessa Kayana Lopez, three-weeks old, of 120 Villa Nova Blvd. in St. Marys, OH died Friday September 30, 2011 at Toledo Children’s Hospital. She was born September 7, 2011 in Toledo, OH to Hector and Gerri (Bonifas) Lopez. She is survived by parents, Hector and Gerri Lopez of St. Marys, OH; 1 sister, Leticia Lopez age 5 of St. Marys, OH; 1 brother, Diego Lopez age 2½ of St. Marys, OH; paternal grandmother, Esperanza Lopez of Guatemala City, Guatemala; maternal grandmother, Charlene (John) Roby of St. Marys, OH; maternal grandfather Rick Brown of Nelsonville, OH; and maternal great-great grandmother, Geraldine Minnich of St. Marys, OH. She was preceded in death by her brother, Hector Lopez; Jr.; brother, Balentine Lopez; sister, Natalie Lopez; paternal grandfather, Ulbadino Lopez; maternal step-grandmother, Deb Brown; maternal great- grandfather, Leon Rupert; and maternal great-great-grandmother, Angela Boberg. Services are scheduled Thursday October 6, 2011 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys.

LORE, Chet Lore (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Chet Lore, 54, of 223 Lynn Street in St. Marys, OH died Friday April 19, 2013 at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, OH. He was born June 20, 1958 in Dayton, OH to Louis and Mary (Dupont) Lore. On June 30, 1979, on the shores of Grand Lake St. Marys, he married Sueann Adams, who survives. He is also survived by 1 daughter, Michele (Carl) Huber of Celina, OH; 3 granddaughters: Karlee, Ashtyn and Brynly Huber; his mother, Mary Lore of St. Marys, OH; 1 brother, Nick Lore of St. Marys, OH; and his parents-in-law, Charles and Jeri Adams of Celina, OH. He was preceded in death by his father, Louis Lore. He was employed by the City of St. Marys as chief engineer of the power plant until its closing, and then became meter supervisor/inspector for the electrical department. Chet was a member of Eagles Lodge Aerie #767 and ABATE of Ohio (Region 3) motorcycle club. Chet was a classic car enthusiast and liked riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Above everything else, he treasured the time spent with his granddaughters. Rites are scheduled Tuesday April 23, 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.

LORE, Louis Lore (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Louis Lore, age 78, 904 Hager St., St. Marys, died March 9, 2007, at his residence following an extended illness. He was born Feb. 5, 1929, in Grassy, KY, to James and Eva Yeats Lore. On Nov. 10, 1956, he married Mary Dupont, who survives at the residence. Also surviving are 2 sons, Chet (SueAnn), and Nick (Tina), all of St. Marys; 2 brothers, Bob (Darlene), and Fred (Helen), all of St. Marys; 4 sisters, Louis Lore, of Portsmouth, Minnie, (Carl) Williams and Bertha (Roy) Williams, all of Lucasville, and Eileen Brannington, of Washington Court House; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Deceased are two brothers, Walter and Earl Lore; and a sister, Bessie Russell. He was a retired worker from Midmark Corp., Versailles. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean War. He was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9289, St. Marys. Services are Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Contributions can be made to Disabled American Veterans.

LORE, Tracy Jo Feierstein Lore (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 13 June 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Tracy Jo Lore, age 48, of St. Marys, OH died Saturday June 13, 2020 at her residence. She was born October 8, 1971 in Portland, IN to Ricky and Rosemary (Braun) Feierstein. She is survived by her husband Nicholas L. Lore of St. Marys, OH; 3 daughters: Kirsti Harner, Samantha Harner and Theresa Kittle; 4 step-children: Ashley Lore, Jacob Lore, Nicholas Lore, Jr. and Victoria Lore; 6 grandchildren: Braila, Byron, Kevin, Charlie, Brennan and Laura; 5 step-grandchildren: Jeffery, Jr., Jordan, Penelope, Priscilla and Savannah; her mother Rosemary Feierstein of Coldwater, OH; 2 sisters: Danielle (Michael Anderson and Kristi Feierstein and nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her father Ricky Feierstein; 1 grandson Ricky; 1 step- granddaughter Hope. She was a homemaker. Her favorite pastimes included attending auctions and garage sales, shopping at thrift stores and traveling with her husband in his semi-truck. Rites are scheduled at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to her family.

LOUGHRIDGE, Lowell E. Loughridge (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420973) Lowell E. Loughridge, age 87, of 1909 Knapke Ct. Celina, Ohio passed away Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Celina Manor Celina, Ohio. He was born on January 23, 1924 in Celina, Ohio to the late James L. & Ilo D. (Ford) Loughridge. On Oct. 17, 1945 he married Lucille C. Meier, who died on July 22, 2009. Survivors include his daughters & sons-in-law :Sharon & Edward Elliott of Dayton, Dianne & Gary Rolfes of Celina, Sondra & Larry Roth of Celina, Teresa & Gary Prill of Van Wert, 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, brother Richard & Lyn Loughridge of Celina, step brother Charles & Betty Miller of Celina, sister-in-law Cleo Loughridge of Celina and several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers James Loughridge, Jerry & Ruth Loughridge and his sister Maxine & Maurice Woodruff. Lowell graduated from Celina High School with the class of 1942. He was a member at the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. He served his country during WWII in the U.S. Army in Europe as a member of the Infantry Division. He was a member of the St. Paul's United Methodist Pairs & Spares Sunday School, the Celina V.F.W. Post #5713 and the Celina American Legion Post #210. Lowell retired, as a foreman in 1987, from Goodyear Tire & Rubber in St. Marys, after 45 years of employment. Funeral services will be Wednesday Nov. 2, 2011 at the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery, Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina has been entrusted with the services. V.F.W. & American Legion membership services will be on Tuesday. Memorials may be made to the Community Health Professionals of Celina or the Alzheimer's Association.

LOUGHRIDGE, Lucille C. Loughridge (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 23 July 2009) Lucille C. Loughridge, age 82, 1909 Knapke Court, Celina, died Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born on May 29, 1927, in Carthagena, to the late Bernard N. and Clara (Wendel) Meier. On Oct. 17, 1945, she married her loving husband of 63 years, Lowell Loughridge who survives in Celina. She is also survived by her four daughters and sons-in- law, Sharon (Edward) Elliott of Englewood, Dianne (Gary) Rolfes of Celina, Sondra (Larry) Roth of Celina, Teresa (Gary) Prill of Van Wert; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two brothers and sisters-in-law and three sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Celina Visiting Nurses and Hospice.

LOUGHRIDGE, Odessa Cleo Massie Loughridge (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 25 August 2015) Odessa Cleo (Massie) Loughridge, age 92, of 214 E. Fulton St. in Celina, died Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015, at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born on March 4, 1923 in Sidney to the late Martin and Lura (Frank) Massie. On Dec. 9, 1945, she married James Loughridge, who died on April 17, 1993. Survivors include her children Debra (Denny) Adams of Mendon, Jim (Elaine) Loughridge of Coldwater, Tom (Sandra) Loughridge of Richmond, TX, Jerry (Delphina) Loughridge of Wallis, TX; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

LOUGHRIDGE, Richard L. Loughridge (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1420701) Richard L. Loughridge, age 81, of 1613 Oxford Dr. in Celina, Ohio passed away Monday July 28, 2014 at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. He was born on May 18, 1933 in Celina, Ohio to the late Leslie & Ilo (Ford) Loughridge. On Mar. 12, 1955 he married Arolyn Jeanne Mosher, who lives in Celina. Also surviving are his children Vicki & Steve Posada, Steve & Lorrie Loughridge, Bill & Lisa Loughridge and Cindy & Ron Green, 17 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, brothers & sister-in-law Chuck Miller, Cleo Loughridge all of Celina. He was preceded in death by his brothers & sisters-in-law James Loughridge, Lowell & Lucille Loughridge, Jerry Loughridge & Ruth (Loughridge) Eichenaur, Diane Miller and his sister & brother-in-law Maxine & Maurice Woodruff. Richard graduated from Celina High School with the Class of 1951 and received his Associate Degree in Business from Sinclair College in Dayton. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War for two years stationed at Ft. Devens, MA. He retired from the Huffy Corporation after 38yrs as a purchasing agent for Huffy's in Celina. Richard was a life- time member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, the Celina American Legion Post #210 and a member of the Mercer County Elks. A memorial service will be Thursday July 31, 2014 at the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery, with Military Honors. The Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Home Health & Hospice or St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

LOUGHRIGE, Boyd A. Loughrige (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 August 2010) Boyd A. Loughrige, age 63, 1002 Canterbury Drive, Celina, died at his residence, Friday, Aug. 20, 2010. He was born May 12, 1947, in Muskegon, MI, a son to the late Ashley and Lois (Howard) Loughrige. On July 18, 1970, he married Patricia E. Nolan and she survives in Celina. He is also survived by 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Scott (Cate) Loughrige of Bolingbrook, IL, Chad (Erin) Loughrige of Pickerington; a daughter and son-in-law, Kristin (David) Anderson of Hamilton; three grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law; two sisters and brothers-in-law. He was preceded in death by a brother. He served his country in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. Funeral services will be Monday 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 American Legion Post and Celina VFW Post. Lehman - Hogenkamp - Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Paul's United Methodist Church Building Fund.

LOUTH, Judy A. Louth (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 23, 2013) Judy A. Louth, age 77, of Spencerville, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2013, at the Mennonite Memorial Home in Bluffton. She was born on July 2, 1935, in Spencerville, the daughter of Kenneth and Bernadine (Schmidt) Harbison, who preceded her in death. On April 30, 1955, she married Russell W. Louth, and he died on Jan. 18, 2012. Survivors include 3 children, Jennifer (Tim) Barnes of St. Marys, Amy (Daniel) Miller of Fremont, David (Linda) Louth of Lafayette; 8 grandchildren, and 1 sister. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Nancy. A Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday at St. Patrick Church in Spencerville. Burial is to follow in the Spencerville Cemetery. Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home, Spencerville is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Diabetes Association.

LOUTH, Russell W. Louth (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – January 19, 2012) Russell W. Louth, age 77, of Spencerville, died Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. He was born on March 20, 1934, in Spencerville, to Donald and Chloe (McCullough) Louth, and they preceded him in death, along with his stepmother, Myrtle (Vandemark) Louth. On April 30, 1955, he married Judy A. Harbison, and she survives. He is also survived by 3 children, Jennifer (Tim) Barnes of St. Marys, Amy (Daniel) Miller of Fremont and David (Linda) Louth of Lafayette; 8 grandchildren; and 1 brother. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Nancy. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. Funeral services will be Monday at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial is to follow in the Spencerville Cemetery, where military rites will be conducted by the Spencerville Veterans. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Lung Association.

LOVE, Harold R. Love (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 30 July 2008) Harold R. Love, 74, of Troy, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at Upper Valley Medical Center, Troy. He was born Jan. 26, 1934, in Pennville, IN, a son of Guy and Hazel (Dill) Love and they preceded him in death. His wife of 55 years, Martha M. (Teegarden) Love, survives. He is also survived by 6 children, David (Jacki) Love of New Bremen, Terry (Karen) Love of Troy, Barry (Kathy) Love of Piqua, Vicki (Tim) O'Neal of Troy, Sandi (Ernie) O'Neal of Troy and Scott (Carol) Love of Tipp City; 6 sisters and 2 brothers; 13 grandchildren, Dan (Erin) Love, Andy Love, Travis Love, Nathan Love, Amanda (Jeremy) Hines, Jason (Melissa) Love, Jeremy (Dodi) Love, Adam (Alicia) Love, Jordan O'Neal, Tyler O'Neal, Brian O'Neal, Sarah O'Neal and Kyle Love; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by a sister and two brothers. He was a member of the River Ranch Chapel, River Ranch, FL, and retired from Ryder Automotive Carriers in 1998. Funeral services will be Friday, at Baird Funeral Home, Troy. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Troy. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 1332 North Halstead Street, Suite 201, Chicago, IL 60622.

LOVELACE, Deborah E. Fields Lovelace (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 26 March 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Deborah E. Lovelace, age 65, of Celina, OH died Thursday March 26, 2020 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, OH. She was born November 17, 1954 in Detroit, MI to Lloyd E. and Geneva (Martin) Fields. She is survived by 1 son Ronald Jason (Jill) Lovelace of St. Marys, OH; 1 daughter Renee Lovelace of Celina, OH; 1 step-son Joshua Thomas (Amanda) Lovelace of St. Marys, OH; 11 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 3 brothers Ronnie (Janice) Fields of Celina, OH; Lloyd (Stacy) Fields of Coldwater, OH; Edward (Rhonda) Kincaid of Oakwood, OH; 4 sisters Barbara (Robert) Springer of Celina, OHl JoAnn (David) Springer of Connersville, IN; Jennifer (Blaine) Wolfgang of Allanson, MI and Brandy Helmer of Celina, OH. Preceded in death by her parents Lloyd and Geneva Fields; husband Dale Goins; and son Justin Thomas Lovelace. She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. As a professional cake designer, her creations served as the centerpiece for many happy occasions in the area. She enjoyed socializing with her friends at the Celina Eagles Lodge. She was an avid reader; she especially enjoyed the novels written by Stephen King. In accordance with the State of Ohio guidelines in regards to the COVID-19 outbreak, private family services will be held at this time. A public memorial service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Miller Bros. Funeral Directors in St. Marys.

LOVELACE, Justin Thomas Lovelace (Abstracted from information from the W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Homes of Celina and Mendon, Ohio, 1 November 2019) Justin Thomas Lovelace, age 36, of Celina, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019, at Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. He was born March 25, 1983, in St. Marys, to Edwin Lovelace & Deborah (Fields) Lovelace, who survive. Justin leaves behind his wife, Anna (Coatney) Lovelace, and children: Taylor Lovelace, Jace Lovelace, Jayden Lovelace, Justin Lovelace, McKenna Dircksen, and Leilani Lovelace. His brothers, Jason (Jill) Lovelace and Josh (Mandy) Lovelace, of St. Marys, sister, Renee Lovelace of Celina, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins, also survive. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Emery and Jettie Lovelace. Justin attended Celina High School. He worked as a Chef at The Orchard Tree Restaurant in Celina. Justin was an all-around handyman, who could fix anything and would help anyone. Justin enjoyed target shooting, and loved spending time with his wife and kids. Funeral Services will be at The Lord's Abounding Grace Church, Celina. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.

LOVELL, Wendell L. Lovell (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – October 2, 2014) Wendell L. Lovell, age 75, passed away on Monday, Sept. 29, 2014. He is survived by daughters, Pam (Dan) Sullivan and Sharon Lovell Petrey, grandchildren Michael (Katy) Brommeland, Josh Stephens, Ashley Sullivan and Logan Stephens. Wendell was preceded in death by his parents, Mollie and Leonard Lovell, stepfather, Verner Ballinger and by his wife, Christine Lovell. Wendell was a loving father and grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was an avid fisherman and looked forward to days at the lake with his brother and sister-in-law, Ray and Jeannie Lovell. Wendell also enjoyed playing poker and the slots. He was a 32nd degree Mason in Alpha Lodge 729 in Kettering and a member of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Dayton. Per his request, Wendell’s cremated remains will be scattered in his native Kentucky. In lieu of flowers, donors wishing to remember him may forward donations to the charity of their choice.

LOVINE, Charles M. LoVine (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Charles M. LoVine, 87, of 2100 Celina Road, St. Marys, OH died Monday, June 9, 2008 at the Veteran’s Administration Medical Center in Dayton, OH. He was born October 29, 1920 in Lafayette, NY to George and Nora (Alfero) LoVine. On November 18, 1946, he married Eleanor Cora Anderson, who died in February of 1996. He is survived by 3 daughters, Sharon (Jim) Fredenburg of Fulton, NY; Mary Jane (Wayne) Hinman of Summerville, SC; Patty Abbot of St. Marys, OH; 1 son, Roy (Bonnie) LoVine of Oswego, NY; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Nora LoVine; wife, Eleanor LoVine; brothers: Horace, George, Bill and Adolph LoVine; sisters: Helen Clark, Nora LoVine and Gertrude LoVine. Mr. LoVine was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during World War II. He retired from the Rowlee Construction Co. in Fulton, NY where he was a carpenter supervisor. He was a member of the VFW Post #369 in Mexico, NY. He enjoyed fishing. Graveside funeral services, with full military rites, are scheduled for Sunday, August 17, 2008 at the Vermilion Cemetery in Vermilion, NY.

LOWE, George B. Lowe (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 16 December 2009) George B. Lowe, age 87, Goodyear retiree and World War II veteran, died at home in Lakeland, FL, on April 4, 2009. He is survived by wife, Sheila; two sons David of Washington DC and Michael of Lebanon, VA. He was buried in the National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL, with full military honors.

LOWE, Stefan Prescott Lowe (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – November 14, 2013) Stefan Prescott Lowe, age 20, died unexpectedly on Monday, Nov. 11, 2013, at his home in Elida. He was born in Noblesville, IN, with a full head of hair, on Feb. 2, 1993. He is survived by his mother, Teri (Bruce) Maag of Elida, his father, Brian (Angie) Lowe of Dayton, a brother, Cassidy Lowe of Dublin, grandmother, Elaine Jones of Fort Wayne, IN, and his aunts, uncles and cousins. Deceased are grandparents, James Jones and Eugene and Juanita Lowe. He lived in Celina for most of his life, after moving there at the age of 2. He was a 2011 graduate of Celina High School and played hockey for many years with Wings and Wheels. Stefan loved to fish with his Dad and Uncle Rick in Tennessee. He lived for music; it was his passion, his purpose, and sharing his knowledge and talent was his joy in life. He was an amazingly talented guitarist who started playing gigs around Grand Lake, with one of his teachers, at the age of 13, and most recently was a member of a Dayton area band, 8Kount. He will always be remembered for his kindness, his depth, quick wit, warm smile and his unbelievable music. Rock on Sweet Stefan…Rock on. Funeral services will be Saturday at St. John Lutheran Church, Celina. Lehman-Hogenkamp-Dzendzel Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be made to Grand Lake Hospice for a musical therapy program.

LOWER, Leroy Earl Lower, Jr. (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Leroy Earl Lower, Jr., 62, of St. Marys, OH died Friday December 7, 2012 at VA Medical Center in Dayton, OH. He was born June 10, 1950 in Kendallville, IN to Leroy and Martha (Daughtery) Lower, Sr. He is survived by 3 daughters, Flora Belle Lower and Lydia Lower both of Glendale, AZ; Amy Lower of Winter Haven, FL; 3 sons, Luke Lower and Reuben Lower both of Glendale, AZ and Sean Lower of Lakeland, FL; and 3 sisters, Susan (Fred) Collingsworth of St. Marys, OH; Joy (Paul) Gehle of Rockford, OH; and Linda Stamm of Haines City, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Martha Lower, Sr.; 2 brothers, Charles Lower, Edward Lower; and 2 sisters, Nancy Lower and Roslyn Freeman. He was a member of the United States Marine Corps, having served during the Viet Nam era. He worked as a general laborer. Private family funeral services will be held. Burial will follow at Dayton National Cemetery in Dayton, OH. Arrangements are entrusted to the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys.

LOWERY, Melba P. Lowery (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 4, 2014) Melba P. Lowery, age 92, of St. Marys, died Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014, at Auglaize Acres. She was born on Sept. 30, 1921, in St. Marys, the daughter of Alva and Mary (Long) Burd, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, Clarence Dorsten, Robert Hecht, and Charles B. Lowery. Survivors include 3 sons, James Dorsten of Piqua, Ronald (Mildred) Dorsten of Wapakoneta and Daniel “Lee” (Jean) Dorsten of St. Marys, 9 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 14 great-great-grandchildren. Melba retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in St. Marys, after 25 years of service. She attended the Buckland United Church of Christ. Her hobbies included fishing, crocheting, and solving word puzzles. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Bayliff and Eley Funeral Home, State Route 501, Wapakoneta. Burial is to follow in the Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimers Foundation.

LOWMAN. Jean M. Hail Lowman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Jean M. Lowman, 88, formerly of 621 Augustus Street, Saint Marys, and a resident of Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community, died Wednesday, November 14, 2012, at Otterbein Saint Marys. She was born March 30, 1924, in Saint Marys, OH, the daughter of Ralph and Amelia (Kammer) Ferris. She married William J. Hail on May 4, 1946 and he preceded her in death on January 10, 1964. She married Maurice Lowman on November 26, 1974 and he preceded her in death on May 7, 1987. She is survived by her 3 sons: Charles (Vicki) Hail of Helena, MT; Michael (Brenda) Hail of Peachtree City, GA; William (Bernice) Hail of Mason, OH; by 5 grandchildren: Matthew Hail; Elizabeth Hail; Ian Hail; Alison Clemons; Travis Hail; by 2 great-grandchildren; and by a brother, Robert Ferris of Cincinnati. She was preceded in death by her parents and by both husbands. Jean was a 1942 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She earned a BS and MS in Education from Miami University and she also attended the Cincinnati Music Conservatory. She served many years as a teacher at Holy Rosary School in Saint Marys and Spencerville Public Schools. She retired as a Supervisor of the Allen County School System. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys and the Altar Sodality of the church. She was a member of Sigma Alpha Iota Professional Fraternity; Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority; Saint Marys Shakespeare Club; Saint Marys Music Club; Progress Club; was a member and past president of the Friends of the Library; a Red Cross volunteer for many years; a member of the Saint Marys Community Foundation; had served for many years as the organist and choir director of her parish, Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. The passion of her life was playing the piano. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, November 19, 2012, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given to Grand Lake Hospice.

LOWRY, Alberta L. Lowry (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 7 June 2011) Alberta L. Lowry, age 78, of Lima, died on Saturday, June 4, 2011, at her residence in Lima She was born on April 16, 1933, in St. Marys, to Virgil A. and Florence B. Johnston Telljohann, who preceded her in death. She was married to Edward Eugene Lowry, who also preceded her in death. She is survived by 1 son, John David (Nancy) Lowry of Harrod; 4 daughters, Linda Louise (Steve) Marshall of Harrod, Cynthia Marie (Joseph) Cockerel of Wapakoneta, Gwendolyn Jean (Michael) Trigilio of Lima, Sheryl Susanne Hamilton of St. Marys; 15 grandchildren, Taylor Marie Lowry, Jordan Aimee Lowry, Emily (Matt) Dickerson, Jeanee (Nick) Stammen, Amanda (Matt) Meckstroth, Lyndsy Rhodes, Rachel Marie (Chris) Roebuck, Christopher Eugene Lowry, Michael Cockerel, Shane Cockerel, Scot Trigilio, Beth Trigilio, Chase (Brettney) Hamilton, Niki Lowry, Chandler Castro; 14 great- grandchildren, Jadzia Marshall, Tyler and Natalie Weigandt, Abagail and Eathan Stammen, Jordan and Connor Meckstroth, Aubree and Gabriella Alberta Dickerson, Ashleigh and Samantha Roebuck, Landon Cockerel, Kassi Saunders, Austin Hamilton and 1 brother, Virgil (Eileen) Telljohann of Lima. She was preceded in death by a son, Edward Eugene Lowry Jr.; a granddaughter, Mimi Purdy, a great-granddaughter, Madeline Swanson Weigandt; a sister, Bernadine Sawmiller and two brothers, Paul and Joe Telljohann. She retired on June 30, 1995, from Airfoil Textron after 17 years. She had also worked at the Brown & Brown Machine Shop, House of Gifts and Artex Hobby Products. Her memberships included the Eagles Aerie 691 in Wapakoneta and the Shawnee Community Church of Christ. Funeral services will be Wednesday at Eastside Chapel Chiles-Laman Funeral Homes. Interment will be at Salem Westminster Cemetery in Westminster. Contributions can be made to Lima Rescue Mission or to Shawnee Community Church of Christ.

LOYER, Frederick C. Loyer (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ 18 May 2018) Frederick C. “Chuck” Loyer, II, age 84, of 814 Lake Avenue, Saint Marys, Ohio, died Friday, May 18, 2018, at OSU Medical Center, Columbus. He was born April 27, 1934, in Delaware, Ohio, the son of Frederick C. and Katherine (Kreis) Loyer. He married Virginia Mast on June 7, 1975, at the Edgerton United Methodist Church; she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his children: Katherine (Bradley) Will of Traverse City, MI; Michael (Janine) Loyer of Cincinnati; Cheryl (Paul) Beineke of Colorado Springs, CO; Matthew (Marlys) Loyer of Redondo Beach, CA. He is survived by eleven grandchildren: Robert Schanksi; Payne Schanski; Morgan Schanski; Jeannette Manger; Benjamin Loyer; Virginia Beineke; Jacob Beineke; Karis Beineke; Katie Beineke; Jackson Loyer; Andrew Loyer; one great-grandchild: Glen Eric Manger; and one brother, Philip Loyer of Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents and by a sister, Rita Loyer. Chuck graduated from Claridon High School. He earned a BA in Music Education from Capitol University in Columbus. He served as band director for Anna High School, Hardin Northern High School, and for many years as director of “SMABB”, the Saint Marys Memorial High School All Brass Band. After retirement from education, Chuck worked at the Celina Music Store for many years. Chuck was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys, where he had served as congregation President and elder. Funeral rites will be Thursday, May 24, 2018, at Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys. Burial will follow at Marion Cemetery, Marion, Ohio. Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given to Zion Lutheran Church or James Hospital, Columbus.

LUCAS, Judy K. Lucas (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 14 January 2017) Judy K. Lucas, age 63, formerly of Celina and St. Marys, OH died Saturday January 14, 2017 at Sidney Care Center in Sidney, OH. She was born June 25, 1953 in Celina, OH to Clinton and Laura (Doseck) Mosler. On December 23, 1978 in Botkins, OH she married Robert L. Lucas, who survives. Also survived by 4 daughters Carla (Daryl) Barnes of Spencerville, OH; Kai Davis of Celina, OH; Michele (Albert) Campos of Sidney, OH; Sunshine (Travis) Minnich of Lafayette, LA; 1 son Daryn (Joanna) Lucas of Burkettsville, OH; 20 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and 1 brother Clinton Marvin (Dorothy) Mosler of Hardyville, KY. Preceded in death by her parents Clinton and Laura Mosler and a son Clifford Lucas-Gibson. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Ft. Barbee Chapter DAV, and had served as past state commander. She had attended New Life Christian Center in Celina, OH. Judy was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Rites are scheduled to be Saturday January 21, 2017 at Miller – Long & Folk Funeral Home (314 W. High Street Chapel) in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to her family.

LUCAS, Lezetta Lucas (Abstracted from the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Aug 31, 1917) Mrs. Lezetta Lucas, age 32, died at her home here today.

LUDLUM, Joseph Ludlum (Abstracted from the Lima News, November 2, 1930) St Marys - The burial of Joseph Ludlum, age 84, will take place in Port Jefferson where funeral services also will be held. Mr. Ludlum died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Alice Kishler-Krummery with whom he had been living for the last 23 years. He is survived by six children: Mrs. Kishler-Krummery, Mrs. Joseph Bennett, East Liberty, Mrs. Bessie Voy, Dayton; Roy Ludlum, Port Jefferson, Sam Ludlum, Sidney; Mrs. Bernice Cole, Bodkins.

LUEBKE, Della Mae Luebke (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/sitemaker/sites/HOGENK1/obit.cgi?user=80954609_DLuebke) Della Mae Luebke, age 81, of Coldwater, died Friday, March 24, 2017 at Community Hospital, Coldwater. She was born June 19, 1935 in New Weston, to the late William & Alvina (Lefeld) Stammen. She married Paul H. Luebke on November 24, 1955 in Burkettsville, and he died May 25, 2003. She is survived by children, Bonnie & Nick Stucke of Mason, Mike & Linda Luebke of Bellefontaine, Rick & Sharon Luebke of Coldwater, Tim & Cindy Luebke of Celina, Joyce & Joe Selzer of Versailles, Pam & Greg Koehl of Coldwater and John & Renee Luebke of West Milton, and in-law Sue & Robert Yeater of St. Marys; 19 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; siblings Rosella & Jim Cronin of York, ME, LaVern & Jean Stammen of Coldwater, George & April Stammen of Ft. Recovery and John & Linda Stammen of Coldwater, in-laws, Dave Schoenlein of Coldwater, Jim Barga of Mendon, MI, Mary Ann Luebke of Celina, Irene & Tom Woehrmyer of Minster and Jeanette & Lee Moeder of Maria Stein, Joanne Luebke of Ft. Loramie. She was preceded in death by a son Randy Luebke; two great grandchildren; siblings Mary Ann & Adam Esser, Ruth & Robert Platfoot, and Irene C. Schoenlein, Bernice Barga; and in-laws, Al Luebke, Lawrence & Rosalie Luebke, Luetta & Lawrence Schemmel, Marie & Leo Wente, Greg Luebke. She was a member of St. John Catholic Church, Maria Stein, its ladies sodality and the Minster Eagles Auxiliary. Della Mae was a child care provider and devoted her life to her family. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, March 30, 2017 at St. John Church, Maria Stein. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater has been entrusted with the services.

LUEBKE, Lawrence A. Luebke (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421212) Lawrence A. "Dick" Luebke, age 87, of Minster died Tuesday, January 8, 2013 after a week at Heritage Manor Nursing Center, Minster. He was born January 18, 1925 in Maria Stein, Ohio to the late Fred & Helen (Walterbusch) Luebke. He married Rosalee E. Schemmel on August 10, 1946 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church. She preceded him in death on August 23, 2007. He is survived by children: Jim & Diane Boerger, Westlake, OH, Nancy & Joe Bruns, Minster, Dan Luebke, New Bremen, Sandy & Larry Hoying, Minster, Brenda & Craig Sherman, Minster, Elaine & Roy Brown, Minster, Larry & Jenny Luebke, Minster, Bruce & Ann Luebke, Celina, 27 grandchildren and 3 step grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, sisters Irene & Tom Woehrmyer, Minster, Jeanette & Lee Moeder, Maria Stein, sisters-in-law Mary Ann Luebke, Celina, JoAnn Luebke, Ft. Loramie, Della Mae Luebke, Coldwater. He was preceded in death by son David Luebke, daughter-in-law Ann Luebke, granddaughter Johanna Hoying, brothers & sisters Luetta Schemmel, Marie Wente, Alvin Luebke, Greg Luebke, Paul Luebke. He was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster, the Minster V.F.W., American Legion & F.O.E. #1391, the Cataract Fire Company, Lake Loramie Improvement Association. He was a veteran of the US Navy during WWII and retired from Minster from Minster Machine 25 years ago. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, January 12, 2013 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Burial will take place with full military honors at St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home Minster has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to Minster Firing Squad.

LUEBKE, Mary Ann Luebke (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 November 2017) Mary Ann Luebke, age 89, Celina, passed away Monday, Nov. 6, 2017, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. She was born Oct. 25, 1928, in St. Anthony to the late August and Catherine (Braun) Homan. She is survived by her children, Cathy Huwer of Dover, DE, Cheryl Luebke of Celina, Paulette Rhyne of Denver, CO, Ron Luebke of Celina and Deb Bruns of Celina; 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, a brother and a sister. She was preceded in death by a grandson, four brothers and four sisters. A Mass of Christian burial will be Friday at Immaculate Conception Church in Celina. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery, Celina. Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be given to the I.C. Endowment Fund.

LUEBKE, Randal W. Luebke (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 21 December 2010) Randal W. Luebke, age 54, of 411 N. Franklin St., New Bremen, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, at his residence, after he had been ill for nine months. He was born on Dec. 15, 1956, in St. Marys, the son of Paul and Della Mae (Stammen) Luebke. His father preceded him in death, and his mother survives in Coldwater. On April 22, 1978, he married Susan A. Nieberding in Maria Stein, and she survives. He is also survived by his two children, Ryan (Alicia) Luebke of Bowling Green, Sara Luebke at home; his in- laws, Robert and Mary Nieberding of Maria Stein; his siblings, Bonnie (Nick) Stucke of Mason, Mike (Linda) Luebke of Bellefontaine, Rick (Sharon) Luebke of Coldwater; Tim (Cindy) Luebke of Celina, Joyce (Joe) Selzer of Versailles, Pam (Greg) Koehl of Coldwater and John (Renee) Luebke of Coldwater. He was a 1975 graduate of Marion Local High School. He was employed at Crown Equipment Corp. in Celina. Funeral services will be Thursday at Faith Alliance Church in New Bremen. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice in Randy's name.

LUECKE, Kathryn B. Luecke (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Kathryn “Kitty” B. Luecke, 92, of 120 S. West Street in St. Marys, OH died Sunday February 26, 2012 at Otterbein – St. Marys. She was born March 3, 1919 in St. Marys Twp. – Auglaize Co., OH to Elmer and Mary (White) Youngs. On October 18, 1956 in St. Marys, OH at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, she married Rodney S. Luecke, who survives. She is also survived by 2 daughters, Mary (Chris) Beane; Jonie (Rick) Kistler both of St. Marys, OH; and 2 grandchildren: John Beane and Grace Kistler. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Mary Youngs; brother, William Youngs; brother, John Youngs; Sr.; brother, Elmer “Bud” Youngs; and a sister, Mary Danaher. She was a 1937 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. She was a homemaker and had also worked as a secretary for the St. Marys Woolen Mills for many years. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and American Legion Post # 323 auxiliary (having served as chaplain), both in St. Marys. An avid bowler, she participated in the Tuesday Nite Ladies League at Varsity Lanes as a member of the Priess Shoes team. She was fond of animals and a loyal supporter of St. Marys Roughriders and The OSU Buckeyes sports programs. She played and active and important role in the lives of her grandchildren and her numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian burial is scheduled Thursday March 1, 2012 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church 511 E. Spring Street in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to either: Holy Rosary School or American Arthritis Foundation.

LUEDEKE, Becky Luedeke (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 20 August 2008) Becky Luedeke, age 55, of Oberlin, died Friday, Aug. 15, 2008, at Hospice of Medina County at The Inn, Medina. She was born Dec. 18, 1952, in Celina. She is survived by three sisters, Barbara (Albert P.) Fogel of Medina, Delores (Karl) Kittel of Houston, Judy (Gary) Henry of Union City; a stepbrother, Ron (Dorothy) Wietholter of St. Marys; a stepsister, Karen Dunn of Gaidendale, AL; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Louise Luedeke; a stepfather, Clarence Wietholter; two brothers, Jim and John Luedeke. She graduated from New Bremen High School in 1970 and graduated in 1974 from Bowling Green State University. She was employed, for most of her career, at Oberlin College Library for 29 years. A memorial service will be Saturday, at LaPorte United Methodist Church, 2071 Grafton Road, Elyria. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Hospice of Medina County at The Inn, 100 High Point Drive, Medina, Ohio 44256 or American Cancer Society, 10501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44106. Dicken Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Elyria is in charge of arrangements.

LUEDEKE, Benjamin L. Luedeke (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 May 2016) Benjamin L. Luedeke, age 74, of Mendon, formerly of New Bremen and Fort Loramie, died Thursday, May 12, 2016, at his residence. He was born on Feb. 14, 1942, in Fort Loramie, the son of the late Raymond W. and Dorothy M. (Bouknecht) Luedeke. On Jan. 17, 1965, he married Gundi Dinges, and she died on Aug. 23, 2006. On June 28, 2008, he then married Laurel (Green) Higley and she survives in Mendon. Also surviving are his children: Christi (Luke) Yahl, Leslie (Kevin) Koesters, Dorothy Daniel, and Sean (Tonya) Luedeke, all of St. Marys, and Herbert Luedeke of Botkins; his stepchildren: Sandy (Randy) Dunson, Phillip Walker, Amy (Ryan) Blackburn, David (Michelle)Walker, Johnny (Jessica) Walker, all of Findlay; Georgy (Eric) Small of Cuba, MO; Nathan (Sara) Walker of Carey; Jimmy Walker of Temple, TX; 15 grandchildren, 26 step-grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren, a number of step-great-grandchildren, and 1 sister Betty Belton of Celina. Along with his parents, Benjamin was preceded in death by a daughter Betty Luedeke, grandsons Jacob Slife and Domonic Luedeke, a sister Virgene Mohrman, and a brother Cliff Luedeke. Benjamin was a 1960 graduate of New Bremen High School. He served in the U.S. Air Force, the Army National Guard and the Air Force Reserves. He was a member of the Chained Eagles of Ohio. He was retired and had formerly worked at Wayne Trail Technologies of Fort Loramie. Funeral services will be Monday at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen. Inurnment will occur in the German Protestant Cemetery at a later date. Contributions in memory of Benjamin may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS, 66675.

LUEDEKE, Dorothy Louise Luedeke (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – April 22, 2013) Dorothy Louise Luedeke, age 96, of New Bremen, died Thursday, April 18, 2013, at Otterbein St. Marys. She was born on Oct. 25, 1916, to Frank and Bertha (Thiesing) Sunderman. Dorothy was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Frederick Luedeke, by her brother James F. Sunderman, her daughter Kathleen (Augustine) Mascaro, and a great-grandson Jonathan David Hjelmgren. Survivors include 3 children, Suzanne (Rudy) Broyles of Naperville, IL, Jonathan (Twyla) Luedeke of Columbus, and Dr. James (Kathleen) Luedeke of New Bremen; 12 grandchildren, Stephen (Debbie) Mascaro, Daniel Mascaro, Anita (Jim) Partin, Melissa (Brad) Hickey, Betsy (David) Hjelmgren, Christopher (Rachel) Broyles, Ryan Broyles, J. David (Theresa) Luedeke, Mica (Michael) Lockwood, Justin (Denise) Luedeke, Jason (Mara) Luedeke, and Kristen K. Luedeke; and 15 great-grandchildren. Dorothy was a 1934 graduate of New Bremen High School. She earned a teaching certificate from Bowling Green State University and taught several years in New Bremen schools. She was active in a number of civic and church organizations, including the New Bremen Women's Club, the Historic Association, Faith Alliance Church Women's Missionary Prayer Fellowship, and Senior Citizens of New Bremen. She was a member of Faith Alliance Church, and served over the years as teacher, organist, pianist and vocalist. Funeral service will be Thursday at Faith Alliance Church in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the Willow Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Faith Alliance Church.

LUELLEMAN, Carl W. Luelleman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Carl W. Luelleman, age 98, 816 W. Spring St., St. Marys, died July 12, 2006, at Heritage Manor Nursing Home, Minster. He was born April 25, 1908, in New Bremen, to William and Ida Heinfeld Luelleman. On Nov. 1, 1958, he married Esther Hoffman, who is deceased. Survivors are a brother, Richard (Ruth), of New Bremen; and a sister, Catherine Grilliot, of St. Marys. Deceased are two sisters, Helen Quellhorst and Margaret McDermitt. He retired from Beatrice Foods, New Bremen, were he was an electrician. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in European, African and Middle Eastern theatres. Services are Saturday at Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to the New Bremen Historical Museum.

LUELLEMAN, Richard G. Luelleman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 9, 2015) Richard G. Luelleman, age 94, New Bremen, died Friday, Feb. 6, 2015, at the Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. He was born on May 15, 1920, in New Bremen. He was the son of William and Ida (Heinfeld) Luelleman. On June 21, 1941, he married Ruth G. Burmeister, who survives in St. Marys. Also surviving are his children, Jan (Kathy) Luelleman of Wapakoneta and Sandra (Tom) Bergman of St. Marys; his grandchildren: Jeff (Kelli) Luelleman of Marysville; Lori Luelleman and Amy Luelleman, both of Wapakoneta; Christopher (Victoria) Bergman of Sioux Falls, SD; Tonya Robinson of Xenia; Ben Bergman of Chicago, IL; Patrick (Diana) Bergman of Toledo and Tiffany (Dustin) Cernan of Wapakoneta; and his great-grandchildren Abigail, Brycen, Samuel, Will, Owen Sophia, Emma, Noah, Zachary, Jacob and Everett. He was the last of his family, preceded in death by his siblings, Ida Luelleman, Helen Quellhorst, Carl Luelleman, Margaret McDermitt and Catherine Grilliot. Mr. Luelleman was a member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. He was a member of the New Bremen Historic Association, growing up in the house that is now the association's museum. He was also a member of the Woodman of the World Camp 149 of New Bremen and the Home Benefit Association of New Bremen. He belonged to the former New Bremen Men's Garden Club and the Lions Club and the former Shirts and Skirts Western Square Dance Club. Dick enjoyed gardening, his roses and other flowers, square dancing and playing cards. He first worked at the former Roosevelt Theater in New Bremen and the former New Bremen Coal and Builders Supply. He had worked at the former STAMCO and retired from Crown Equipment Corp., both of New Bremen. After retirement, he became one of the caretakers of the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Funeral services will be Thursday at the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions can be made to church memorial fund or to the New Bremen Historic Association.

LUELLEMAN, Ruth G. Luelleman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – February 18, 2015) Ruth G. Luelleman, age 93, of New Bremen, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2015, at the Otterbein of Cridersville. She was born on April 6, 1921, in New Bremen. She was daughter of Edwin and Frances (Dickman) Burmeister. On June 21, 1941, she married Richard G. Luelleman who died on Feb. 6, 2015. Surviving are their children Jan (Kathy) Luelleman of Wapakoneta, and Sandra (Tom) Bergman of St. Marys; 8 grandchildren Jeff (Kelli) Luelleman of Marysville, Lori Luelleman and Amy Luelleman both of Wapakoneta, Christopher (Victoria) Bergman of Sioux Falls, SD, Tonya Robinson of Xenia, Ben Bergman of Chicago, IL, Patrick (Diana) Bergman of Toledo, and Tiffany (Dustin) Cernan of Wapakoneta; 11 great-grandchildren Abigail, Brycen, Samuel, Will, Owen Sophia, Emma, Noah, Zachary, Jacob and Everett; 1 sister Marie Kitzmiller, and 1 brother-in-law Bill Sawmiller, both of St. Marys. Along with her parents and husband, Ruth was preceded in death by her sisters Rose Mary Martin and Doris Louise Sawmiller. Mrs. Luelleman was a member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. She was a member of the New Bremen Historic Association, the former Shirts and Skirts Western Square Dance Club, the Joint Township District Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, the New Bremen Women's Club and the NW Chapter Hair Guild of Ohio. As an avid card player, she belonged to several card clubs over the years. Ruth was a state licensed hair dresser, owning and operating Ruth's Beauty Shop in New Bremen for 43 years. Funeral services will be Friday at the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery, New Bremen. Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions can be made to church memorial fund or to the New Bremen Historic Association.

LUGO, Sumako Hanashita Lugo (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 23 May 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Sumako Lugo, age 89, of Minster, Ohio, and formerly of Stryker, Ohio, died Saturday, May 23, 2020, at her residence. She was born December 10, 1930, in Hiroshima-Ken, Japan, the daughter of Sizuitsi and Komora (Ocada) Hanashita. She married Ruben Lugo on November 2, 1952; he preceded her in death on February 18, 1973. Sue became a naturalized American citizen in July, 1961. She is survived by her son, Ruben Lugo of Davenport, IA; and a daughter, Nancy Warren of Minster. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Samantha (Justin) Nightengale; Randi Lugo; Ronni Lugo; Ruben Lugo III; Michael Warren; Nicole (Jeremiah) Crawford. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Sachiko K. Nightengale; Mei Lin Nightengale; Mila Crawford; Eva Crawford; Anya Crawford; Neight Spooner. She was preceded in death by her parents; by her husband; by a son, George Luis Lugo, who was killed in active duty in the US military. Sumako retired from Frozen Specialties Company in Archbold, Ohio, in 1995. She enjoyed taking care of her grandchildren; arranging flowers; gardening; making dolls and going to the movies. She belonged to the First Lutheran Church in Stryker. Graveside funeral rites will be at the Oakwood Cemetery, Stryker, Ohio. Memorial gifts may be given to Grand Lake Hospice. Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, is entrusted with Sumako’s funeral arrangements.

LUKAC, Daniel C. Lukac Jr. (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 15 November 2016) Daniel C. Lukac Jr., age 92, of St. Marys, and formerly of Canal Fulton, died Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016, at the St. Marys Living Center. He was born on Feb. 24, 1924, in Lakewood, the son of Dano and Katarina (Vavrik) Lukac. He is survived by his children: Terry (Anita) Lukac of New Knoxville; Teresa (Kerry) Roode of St. Marys; Daniel (Linda) Lukac of Oxford; Kathy (Darl) Bishir of St. Marys; his stepchildren: John Izad of Barberton; Nader Izad of Barberton; and his grandchildren: Ben Roode; Chris Roode; Bill (Kim) Roode; Daniel (Stephanie) Lukac; Jonathan Lukac; Natalie Lukac; Samantha Bishir; Julia Izad; Dylan Koenig; Dakota Koenig. He was preceded in death by his parents; by his siblings: Marta Lukac; Estera Lukac; Dano Lukac; Stefan Lukac; by his wives Madonna Adams and Marilyn Raben; and by a granddaughter Kathryn Bishir. Daniel attended John Marshall High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during World War II. He earned the Purple Heart Medal. He retired as a U.S. government inspector at the Goodyear St. Marys plant. He later worked as a custodian at New Bremen High School and the Cheryl Ann School in Celina. He was a former member of St. John Lutheran Church in Massillon, and a member of the VFW in Canal Fulton. He was a member of the Toastmasters Club, and the Purple Heart Society. He enjoyed woodcarving, trains and collecting coins and stamps. Funeral rites will be Friday at Zion Lutheran Church, St. Marys. Military burial rites will be held at noon Monday at Dayton National Cemetery. Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 W. High St., St. Marys is handling the arrangements. Memorial gifts may be given to either Zion Lutheran Church or the Auglaize County Humane Society.

LUKE, Linda Lou Minnich Luke (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – March 6, 2012) Linda Lou (Minnich) Luke, age 62, of Cridersville, died Monday, March 5, 2012, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born on June 8, 1949, in Celina, to Robert E. and Mary Ellen Wallace Minnich, and they preceded her in death. On Nov. 10, 1973, she married Robert Dean Luke, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 9, 2001. She is survived by a brother, Robert (Carla) Minnich; three nephews, Austin J. Minnich, Mitchell R. Minnich and Spencer W. Minnich, all of New Bremen. Mrs. Luke was a homemaker and a 1967 graduate of New Bremen High School. Funeral services will be Friday at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home in Cridersville. Burial will follow in St. Matthew Cemetery.

LUKEN, Jeanne Luken (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421022) Jeanne Luken, age 86, of Celina, died Saturday, September 20, 2014 at her home. She was born September 5, 1928 in Celina, to the late Charles E. & Mary Maude (Craig) Gray. She married Thomas G. Luken on October 8, 1949, and he died February 6, 1992. She is survived by three children, Gary Luken of Bowling Green, Mike & Marty Luken of Coldwater and Kelly & Doug Sperr of Charlotte, NC, six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, a sister Mildred Arn of Charlotte, NC and in laws Marge Neu of Cuyahoga Falls, Janet & Ed Dillhoff of Arlington, TX and Martha Buschur of Coldwater. She was preceded in death by siblings, Opal & George Smith and Dorothy & Bill Richardson, in laws Dick Neu, Robert Buschur, Wilma & Roland Meckstroth and Melvin & Audrey Buschur. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, graduated from Celina High School, was a Community Hospital Volunteer, a Press Operator at Reynolds & Reynolds in Celina and a member of the Reynolds Key Club. Funeral Home, Coldwater has been entrusted with the services. Private family services will be held. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

LUKEN, Louise Luken (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421392) Louise Luken, age 91, of 704 Briarwood Drive, Coldwater, Ohio, died on Sunday, May 20, 2012 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, Ohio. She was born January 1, 1921 in Stryker, Ohio to Emile and Myrte (Planson) Haye. On December 15, 1984 she married Richard 'Red' Luken and he survives in Coldwater, Ohio. Louise is survived by stepsons Jack & Norma Stombaugh of Bryan, OH and William & Maria Stombaugh of Pulaski, OH, a brother Edwin & Sharon Haye of Palmetto, FL, sisters Pauline & Myrl Zimmerman of Archbold, OH and Marguerite Siebenaler of Bryan, OH and sisters-in-law Wilda Haye of Lewiston, ID, Donna Haye of Stryker, OH and Lucille Westgerdes of St. Henry, OH. She is preceded in death by her first husband Clair Stombaugh on February 12, 1975, a son Bryan, brothers Vince Haye & Herman Haye, a sister, Evelyn & Harlan Knapp, brothers-in-law Al Siebenaler, Don Luken, Paul Luken & Ed Westgerdes. She was retired from Hayes Albeon in Bryan, Ohio after 30 years, also worked at Fifty Corporation from 1955 thru 1982. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater, Ohio. Burial will be in Shiffler Cemetery, Bryan Ohio on Thursday May 24, 2012. Hogenkamp Funeral Home-Coldwater has been entrusted with the services.

LUKEN, Richard Luken (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/richard-luken) Richard ‘Red’ Luken, age 92, of Coldwater passed away on July 10, 2019 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. He was born November 1, 1926 at home to the late Harry & Philamina (Post) Luken. On December 15, 1984 he married Louise (Haye) Stombaugh at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Bryan, OH. They were married 27 years. Preceding him in death was his loving wife Louise in 2012, two brothers; Don in 1998 and Paul in 1999, and sister, Lucille Westgerdes in 2015. Also preceded in death by step-sons Gary Stombaugh and Bill & Marie Stombaugh, in-laws; Ed Westgerdes Jr., Vincent Haye, Evelyn & Harlan Knapp, Marguerite & Al Siebenthaler, Pauline & Myrl Zimmerman, and Harmon & Wilda Haye. He is survived by in-laws, Ed & Sharon Hay of Bradenton, Fl, nephew, Dan & Phyllis Westgerdes of St. Henry, nieces, Carol & Duane Puthoff of Celina, and Sharon & Ron McBride of Dayton; 8 great- nieces and nephews, step-son, Jack & Norma Stombaugh, 8 step-grandchildren and many step- great grandchildren. Red graduated in 1945 from Coldwater High School. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. He proudly served in the US Army during WW2 in Germany, after training at Camp Robinson, AR. Red attended schools in Romilly, France and Frankfurt, Germany and then was assigned to the 53MP in Bad Nauheim, Germany, where the Lichfield trials were held. He attained the rank of 1st Staff Sargent and after discharge December, 1946, He joined New Idea (Auco Corp) and attended school for method engineering. He was first assigned to New Idea in Sandwich, IL. In January of 1948 Red transferred back to Coldwater New Idea. He spent 23 years at New Idea, 6 years as a supervisor. For the following 19 years he was plant manager at Pax Steel Products in Coldwater. Red was co-founder of the Friday Night Softball League in Coldwater. He also served on the City Council and was a life member of the Mercer County Elks, Coldwater American Legion and VFW Post 5135, where he was a past commander. Mass of Christian Burial will be at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Coldwater. Burial with military rights will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Coldwater. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater is entrusted with the arrangements. Contributions may be made to the State of the Heart Hospice or the Briarwood Activity Fund.

LUMA, Kathy L. Luma (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 8 May 2013) Kathy L. Luma, age 76, of Wapakoneta died Wednesday May 8, 2013 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born June 22, 1936 in Lima, OH to William H. & Edna (Patterson) Miller who preceded her in death. On December 7, 1953 she married Cletus M. Luma and he died April 8, 2007. She is survived by two daughters and three sons; Lori & Tod Huebner of Wapakoneta, Steve & Charlene Luma of Wapakoneta, Suzie Bachelor of Oscoda, MI, Jeff Luma of Wapakoneta, and Chris & Tina Luma of Wapakoneta, 12 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-granddaughter and a sister Sandy Fisher of Wapakoneta. She was preceded in death by a son James David Luma, and a brother Roy Miller Jr. Kathy lived in Oscoda, Michigan from 1993 to 2011 and was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary of Oscoda & Christian Mothers. She loved her family and enjoyed cookouts with them. Her hobbies & interest included playing cards, cooking, gardening, sewing, bingo, and fund raising for the PMU Horse rescue. Funeral services will be Saturday at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Joseph Catholic Church or to the Humane Society of Auglaize County.

LUNA, Krischen B. Luna (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/krischen-luna-7163523) Krischen B. Luna, age 24, of Celina, died on Saturday, October 3, 2020 at his residence. He was born July 12, 1996 in St. Marys. He is survived by his father Mark Luna; mother Denise (Pottkotter) Luna; sister Patricia & Derek Gagle; grandparents Ralph Pottkotter and Beatrice Luna. He is preceded in death by his grandmother Pat Pottkotter. Krischen enjoyed spending time with his family, boating, playing video games and following the Ohio State Buckeyes and Cincinnati Bengals. Funeral Services will be at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in ColdwaterThe family requests that all visitors limit physical contact and maintain social distancing. In Lieu of flowers the family requests donation to the House of Hope.

LUNEKE, James M. Luneke (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) James M. Luneke, 64, of 5448 Wilson Drive in Celina, OH died Sunday January 29, 2012 at his residence. He was born July 31, 1947 in Dayton, OH to Carl L. and Gertrude R. (Raffel) Luneke. On March 11, 1967 in Richmond, IN he married Phyllis A. George, who survives. He is also survived by 2 sons, James Luneke; Tim Luneke both of Dayton, OH; 1 daughter, Angela (Rodney) Simpson of Celina, OH; 4 grandchildren: Seleste Luneke, Carrigan Luneke, Kristina Luneke, Raven Simpson; and a sister, Loretta Luneke of Tipp City, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Carl Luneke, Jr., and his sister, Ann Esken. He was a 1966 graduate of Chaminade High School in Dayton, OH. He retired as supervisor of facilities management from Montgomery Co. Home in Dayton. He also operated J.M. Luneke Building Maintenance in Vandalia for a number of years. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Montezuma, OH. His favorite pastimes included fishing, camping, boating and bowling. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled Wednesday February 1, 2012 at the church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grand Lake Hospice.

LUNZ, Diane Lunz (Abstracted from Schlosser Funeral Home, Wapakoneta, Ohio, 11 September 2017) Diane Lunz, age 69, of Wapakoneta passed on September 11, 2017 at Wapakoneta Manor. Private family services will be held at a later date.

LUNZ, John M. Lunz (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) John M. “Jack” Lunz, 75, of 302 Columbia Street, Saint Marys, OH, died 4:40 A.M. Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at Lima Memorial Hospital, after a brief illness. He was born June 3, 2011, in Dayton, OH, the son of Alvin E. and Cora (Myers) Lunz. He married Sally Silvers on September 22, 1961 and she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his 2 sons: John E. (Jennifer) Lunz of Saint Marys; David (Melissa) Lunz of Saint Marys; by 3 grandchildren: Jacqueline Lunz; Jarrett Lunz; Trevor Lunz; and by one sister, Dorothy Stockweather of Wellsboro, PA. He was preceded in death by his parents; by 3 brothers: Herbert Lunz; Charles Lunz; Eugene Lunz; by 2 sisters: Mary Grissom and Betty Rensch. John was a 1953 graduate of Blume High School in Wapakoneta. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Korean Conflict. He retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Saint Marys after 29 years of service. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post 9289 in Saint Marys. John was an avid coin collector and a member of the Tri-County Coin Club. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of the First Friends Church in Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be Friday, June 3, 2011, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys. Private family burial rites will be held at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Tri-County Coin Club.

LUNZ, Reuben E. Lunz (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 28 December 2016) Reuben E. Lunz, age 92, of Wapakoneta, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, at Auglaize Acres. He was born on Oct. 23, 1924, in Pusheta Township in the family home he lived in his whole life, the son of Herman and Olga (Baeumel) Lunz, who preceded him in death. On June 20, 1948, he married Phyllis I. Rausch, who preceded him in death on Nov. 3, 2005. Survivors include two daughters, Joyce (Bruce) Stolp of LaQuinta, CA, and Anita Lunz of Wapakoneta; 4 grandchildren: Andrea Hodges, Corey (Jennifer) Zwiebel, Carey (Nick) Piehl, Cassie (Chris) Thomas; 7 great grandchildren: Jalyssa and Kalen Zwiebel, Garrett, Courtney, and Carter Piehl, Koen and Liam Thomas. He was preceded in death by two sisters and brothers-in-law, Myrtle (Clarence) Ruck and Milda (Randolph) Zwiebel; a brother Raymond Lunz; a brother-in-law Lester Koch; a sister-in-law Dorothy Rausch; and a nephew Steven Andrew. Reuben was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, where he served as a trustee for many years and used his talents as a carpenter to work on several improvement projects in the basement and church. He helped to design and construct the addition to the front of the church, which included making a new wood frame for the stained glass window that had been covered over many years earlier and is now on the south wall of the new addition. He was a member of the Carpenters Local Union 372 for 50 years, of which he retired from as a carpenter. Reuben had been engaged in farming his entire life, helping his father and then taking over the farm when he was married. He spent many hours in his wood working shop constructing many things from for family. He made dining tables and jewelry boxes of various woods and designs, small pieces of furniture, cabinets in his home, and three grandfather clocks, the last of which he completed when he was 90. He was an avid card player, enjoyed gardening and grafted and grew peach trees. He loved sharing his bounty with others. Funeral services will be Friday at the St. John's Lutheran Church, Pusheta Road with burial in the church cemetery. Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, 1102 Lincoln Ave. (Ohio 501), Wapakoneta handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. John's Lutheran Church Mission Support.

LUSK, Hugh T. Lusk (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jan 18, 1935) Funeral services for Hugh T. Lusk, age 83, who died Thursday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Alma Harrod, 607 Fairview Avenue, will be in Wesley M.E. Church. Burial will be in Lusk Cemetery, west of Waynesfield.

LUSK, Jason H. Lusk (Abstracted from the Lima News, Sep 3, 1933) St Johns, Sep 3, 1933 - Funeral services for Jason H. Lusk, age 73, pioneer resident of this village, who died Friday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Frank Wills, at Piqua, will be Sunday in the First M. E. Church. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. The widow, three daughters and two sons survive.

LUSK, Sophia Lusk (Abstracted from the Lima News, Nov 7, 1940) Mrs. Sophia Lusk, age 73, died Thursday at the home of her son, Wilbur R. Lusk, 404 1/2 N. Main Street, of complications after an illness of one week. Born in Auglaize County, Mrs. Lusk had made her home here for the past 18 months. She is survived by two daughters. Mrs. J. C. Elsass, Wapakoneta; Mrs. Jacob Zorn, Jackson Center; one brother, A. E. Helminger. Botkins; two step-sisters, Mrs. Edna Carter, Wapakoneta, and Mrs. Erma Parlette, Adrian, MI. Funeral services will be at the Cantwell Funeral Home. Burial will be in Fairmont Cemetery, Auglaize County.

LUST, Luther B. Lust (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – June 29, 2012) Luther B. Lust, age 93, of Nevada, Ohio, passed away Friday, June 29, 2012, at the Inn at Westbrook in Upper Sandusky. Luther was born on Aug. 2, 1918, in Wyandot County, to George and Mabel (Brause) Lust, both of whom are deceased. He married Alice Gingery on Dec. 22, 1946, in Sulpher Springs, and she passed away on Oct. 28, 2005. Surviving Luther is 1 son, Kenneth (Sandra) Lust of Sycamore and 1 daughter, Sharon (Michael) Schnell of New Bremen; four grandchildren, Jeffrey (Carla) Lust, James Lust, Kristina (Steven) Nicolo and Joseph Schnell along with four great-grandchildren. Also surviving Luther are two brothers, Orrin Lust of Upper Sandusky and Calvin (Mary) Lust of Sycamore and a sister Alice (Don) Hieber of Bloomville. Luther was preceded in death by his parents, wife and a sister, Kathryn Breidenbach. Luther graduated from McCutchenville High School in 1936 where he was class president. He went on to Ohio Northern University to get his bachelor’s degree in education majoring in math/science. Luther served in the U.S. Army during World War II with the 93rd Ordinance Maintenance Company, in the European and North African Theaters. Later he was promoted to the rank as major. After the war, Luther went back to college to earned his Masters Plus in school administration at The Ohio State University. Before the war, Luther taught math and science at Sulphur Springs, then after serving our country, he went back to teaching at Carey for two years, before moving on as superintendant at Nevada High School. Then after the consolidation of Nevada School to form the Wynford School System, in which Luther played a vital part, he ended up serving as principal at Wynford for many years. He ended his career serving as secondary school supervisor with the Crawford County Schools. Luther also enjoyed farming since the purchase of a farm with his father George and later years with his son Kenneth. Luther was a member since 1947 of Nevada Lutheran Church. He was also a member of the Nevada Lion’s Club and the Nevada American Legion, Rotary of Bucyrus and enjoyed attending the Retired Teachers Association gatherings and going to the Council on Aging events both in Upper Sandusky and Bucyrus. For hobbies, Luther enjoyed golfing, playing euchre, following local and professional sports and traveling with his wife to most of the United States and Europe and later with his brother Orrin and sister Alice to China, Jordan and Egypt. Funeral services for Luther B. Lust will be Tuesday at the Nevada Lutheran Church in Nevada. Burial will follow at the Oceola Cemetery where military graveside rites will be conducted. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nevada Lions Club or the Luther Lust Scholarship fund in care of Lucas-Batton Funeral Home, 476 S. Sandusky Ave., Upper Sandusky, Ohio 43351.

LUTH, Katharyn M. Harris Luth (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 28 November 2017) Katharyn M. (Harris) Luth, age 85, of Celina, passed away on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, at her residence in Celina. She was born on April 5, 1932, in Montezuma to the late Clarence and Gladys (Miller) Harris. She married Richard Adams in 1951, and he preceded her in death in 1993. She was also preceded in death by three brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law. In July 2002, she married Ralph Luth, who lives in Celina. Also surviving are her two daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa Severt of Coldwater and Barbara Ahrens of Celina; a stepson, Tom Luth of Celina; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three step-great- grandchildren; a sister-in-law. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the St. John Lutheran Church in Celina. Burial will follow in North Grove Cemetery in Celina. Lehman-Dzendzel Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church.

LUTHMAN, Alvin P. Luthman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421346) Alvin P. Luthman, age 67, of 11741 Luthman Road, Minster, Ohio died Thursday March 1, 2012 at his residence. He was born June 17, 1944 in Sidney, OH to the late Wilbert & Viola (Gariety) Luthman. He is survived by his former wife Karen (Watercutter) Simpkins, children Donna & Anthony Bayer, Colorado Springs, CO, Annette Luthman, Warrensburg, IL, grandchildren Hannah & Jessica Bayer & Bradley Dooley, brothers & sisters, Rita & Herb Fleckenstein, Ft. Loramie, Ruth Richard, Sidney, Wilbert & Joyce Luthman, Russia, Norma Barhorst, Minster, Carol & Ray Homan, Anna, Larry Luthman, Sidney, in-laws, Fred Drees, Versailles, Wilbur Sturwold, Russia, Nancy Luthman, Russia. Deceased brothers & sisters Irene Luthman, Eileen Drees, Ken Luthman, Mary Jane Sturwold, Robert Luthman, brothers-in-law Paul Richards & Lionel "Barney" Barhorst. He was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Ft. Loramie and the Indian Lake Corvette Club. He was an avid auction attendee and enjoyed cutting wood to sell and was always helpful to friends and neighbors. He retired from Crown Corp with over 25 years of service. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, March 5, 2012 at St. Michael Catholic Church, Ft. Loramie. Hogenkamp Funeral Home Russia has been entrusted with the services. Burial will take place at St. Patrick Cemetery in St. Patrick, OH. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice.

LUTHMAN, Donald C. Luthman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 December 2010) Donald C. Luthman, age 73, of 248 N. Garfield St., Minster, died Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. He was born on June 15, 1937, in Minster, the son of William and Dorothy (Bensman) Luthman, and they preceded him in death. On June 10, 1961, he married Janet Heitkamp in St. Anthony, and she survives. He is also survived by his children, Janny (Howard) Wears of Lewis Center, Deborah Wright of Fort Loramie, Todd Luthman of Minster, Jill (Richard) Hunt of Glenford; 6 grandchildren and 5 siblings. He was a veteran of the National Guard. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at St. Augustine. Burial will follow at St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral home in Minster is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice.

LUTHMAN, Janet D. Luthman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1786567) Janet D. Luthman, age 78, of Minster, Ohio died on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at her home as a result of a house fire. She was born on October 19, 1937 in Indiana to the late Henry & Thresia (Homan) Heitkamp. She married Donald C. Luthman on June 10, 1961 in St. Anthony, Ohio and he preceded her in death on December 13, 2010. She is survived by children Janny and Howard Wears of Lewis Center, OH; Deb Wright of Ft. Loramie; Todd Luthman of Minster and Jill And Richard Hunt of Glenford, OH; 6 grandchildren Courtney & James Maloney, Liz Wears, Josh Androsac, Cassandra Androsac, Christian and Logan Hunt, sisters Verene & Victor Kramer, Osgood, Joan & Ron Buschur, Celina, sister-in-law Virginia Heitkamp, Coldwater. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers Lavern & Florian and an infant sister. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster. She graduated from Coldwater High School in 1956 and retired as a teller from Osgood State Bank. She played chair volleyball and was in a bridge club and loved to play all cards. She enjoyed vacations with her family and loved spending time with her grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, April 29, 2016 at St. Augustine. Burial will follow at St. Augustine Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster has been entrusted with the services.

LUTHMAN, Kenneth C. Luthman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421350) Kenneth C. Luthman, age 75 of Russia, OH died Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born February 29, 1936 in St. Patrick, Ohio to the late Wilbert & Viola (Gariety) Luthman. He married Nancy Monnin on May 5, 1956 at St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia. She survives in Russia. He is also survived by children; Dale & Karen Luthman, Russia, Tom Luthman, Russia, Karen & Tim Magoto, Ft. Loramie, Mark Luthman, Anna, Rebecca Luthman & Stacy, Lima, James & Dawn Luthman, Russia, Deborah & Kevin Barhorst, Russia, Tony & Kelly Luthman, Russia, Bonita Luthman, Russia; brothers & sisters Rita & Herb Fleckenstein, Ft. Loramie, Ruth Richard, Sidney, Bill & Joyce Luthman, Russia, Norma Barhorst, Minster, Alvin Luthman, Minster, Carol & Ray Homan, Anna, Larry Luthman, Sidney 16 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; brother-in-law Willie Sturwold & Fred Drees, both of Russia. He was preceded in death by sons Ronald & Daniel, grandson Jay Luthman, brother & sisters Irene Luthman, Robert, Eileen Drees, Mary Jane Sturwold, brothers-in-laws Paul Richard & Lionel Barhorst. Ken was a member of St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia. He was a carpenter & farmer and loved to collect antique farm equipment. A Mass of Catholic Burial will be Monday, May 30, 2011 at St. Remy Catholic Church. Burial will follow at St. Remy Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Russia, OH has been entrusted with the services.

LUTHMAN, Lawrence Luthman (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Lawrence “Larry” Luthman, 86, of 106 Clearview Court, St. Marys, died Monday, September 15, 2008, at the St. Marys Living Center. He was born March 24, 1922, in Fort Loramie, OH, the son of John and Rosa (Hoying) Luthman. He married Ruth Harting on July 26, 1947; she survives at the residence. He is also survived by his 6 children: Betty (Robert) Zircher of Minster; John (Michelle) Luthman of Anderson, IN; Jane (Nicholas) Fleck of Celina; Ron (Sue) Luthman of St. Marys; Dave Luthman of St. Marys; Tom (Michelle) Luthman of Coldwater; 14 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild; by 1 sister, Alma Overman of Dayton. He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sons, Eddie and Jerry Luthman who died in infancy; by 1 sister, Colletta Schwieterman; by 4 brothers: Henry, Urban, Paul and Herman Luthman. Larry was a 1941 graduate of the former Maria Stein High School. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, having served during WWII. He retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in St. Marys after more than 40 years of service. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys, and the Knights of Columbus; Eagles Lodge 767 and American Legion Post 323, all in St. Marys. He was an avid fisherman and gardener. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, September 20, 2008, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to either the Friends of Holy Rosary Church or State of the Heart Hospice.

LUTHMAN, Melvin E. Luthman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421189) Melvin E. Luthman, age 78, of Botkins, Ohio died March 29, 2013 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born December 30, 1934 in Sidney Ohio to the late Bernard & Amelia (Raterman) Luthman. He married Agnes Esser on October 10, 1959 in Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, McCartyville. She survives in Botkins. He is also survived by children Greg & Tammy Luthman, Botkins, Lorie & Todd Grow, Columbus, Jon & Jane Luthman, Botkins, Steve & Elaine Luthman, Anna, Alan & Kathy Luthman, Anna, Michael Luthman, Sidney, 14 grandchildren & 3 great grandchildren, brother & sister Si & Margaret Luthman, Anna & Rosalie Hempfling, Findlay. He was preceded in death by brothers & sister, Vernon, Vincent, Gloria, Orville & twin brother Merlin. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, McCartyville and Knights of Columbus, McCartyville. He was a graduate of Holy Angels High School in 1953 and a veteran of the US Army from 1957 to 1959. He was a lifelong farmer and enjoyed hunting, fishing and hiking and loved spending time with his grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be April 3, 2013 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, McCartyville. Burial will take place in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Church and Grand Lake Hospice.

LUTHMAN, Si Marcellus Luthman (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1796662) On May 11, 2016 after a four year battle against kidney failure and diabetes, just 2 months shy of his 90th birthday, Si Luthman courageously overcame his final earthly enemy so as to cross the River Jordan with his Savior Jesus Christ, enter an agriculturalist’s paradise and begin cultivating grounds in the heavenly kingdom. Si (Marcellus Martin) Luthman was born July 14, 1926. He served in the military as Army and Air Corp mechanic from April, 1944 to October, 1946. On April 14, 1948 at Holy Angels Catholic Church, Sidney, OH, he married the one-and-only love of his life, Margaret L. Schmidt. They celebrated their 68th anniversary this past April. Si was the son of Ben (Bernard) and Amelia Luthman. He is predeceased by son Roger (October,1952) and by brothers Vernon, Orville, Vince, Melvin, Merlin and sister Gloria Luthman; brothers-in-laws Ralph Hempfling, Melvin, Ray, Val and Sebastian (Shorty) Schmidt and sisters-in-laws Edwina Chappie, Aggie Heintz and Irene Bishop. His wife Margaret survives him, with children Ron Luthman (Joyce Cunningham) of Kenosha, WI; Kathy Morris, Mount Sterling, OH; Paul (Bev) Luthman, Anna, OH; Gary (Deb) Luthman, Troy, OH; Susan (David) Stieg, Reno, NV; Diane Iiams, Anna, OH; Harold (Brenda) Luthman, Sidney, OH; Carol Luthman, Sidney, OH; along with sister Rosalie Hempfling of Findlay, OH, sisters- in-laws Agnes Luthman of Botkins and Pat Luthman of Sidney; brother-in-law Lester Schmidt of Covington, OH and sisters-in- laws Lucy (Ray) Schmidt of Sidney and JoAnn (Shorty) Schmidt of Bradford, OH. Si was a proud grandpa to 17 grandchildren (Adam, Mandy, Kyle, Kelly, Stacy, Josh, Jeff, Andy, Brendan and Caleb Luthman, Bethany, April, Linda and Joe Morris, Nathan Stieg, Chad Supinger and Tiffany Iiams-Estes) and 19 great-grandchildren with 3 more on the way. Si attended Hardin and Holy Angels Schools. Though he never graduated high school, Si possessed a knowledge of farming, production, marketing, mechanical and diesel engineering equivalent to any master’s degree. He was first and foremost a farmer, taking great pride in quality work. He believed in doing a job right the first time, enjoyed the challenge of fixing things and always planned and strategized to be efficient and thorough. Si valued his relationships with friends and business customers. Some might consider Si to have been a work-a-holic but he found pleasure in playing cards, boating, fishing, Saturday-night square dancing, playing guitar or harmonica and travelling. He very much enjoyed taking friends on vacations to share sites and adventures as proved by his bus trips to Opryland, Dollywood and the Bible Walk Museum. Si was a member of McCartyville Sacred Heart Church. A funeral Mass will be Saturday, May 14, 2016 at McCartyville Sacred Heart Catholic Church with interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to McCartyville Sacred Heart Church, 9377 State Route 119, Anna, OH 45302; Dr. Ravi K. Kamepalli, Regional Infectious Diseases-Infusion Center, 830 West High Street, Suite 255, Lima, OH 45801; Kidney Foundation at National Kidney Foundation, Finance Department, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016.

LUTHMAN, Viola Luthman (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 29 December 2008) Viola Luthman, age 103, 11741 Luthman Road, St. Patrick, died Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008, at her residence. She was born Nov. 2, 1905, in Newport, a daughter of John and Mary (Francis) Garity and they preceded her in death. On May 4, 1927, in St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia, she married Wilbert Luthman of Minster, and he preceded her in death Oct. 15, 1961. She is survived by eight children, Rita (Herbert) Fleckenstein of Fort Loramie, Ruth (Paul) Richard of McCartyville, Wilbert (Joyce) Luthman of Russia, Ken (Nancy) Luthman of Russia, Norma Barhorst of Fort Loramie, Al Luthman of Fort Loramie, Carol (Ray) Homan of Anna and Larry Luthman of Sidney; two sons-in-law, Fred Drees of Russia and Wilbur Sturwold of Russia; 70 grandchildren; 169 great-grandchildren; 26 great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by three daughters, Irene Luthman, Eileen Drees, Mary Jane Sturwold; a son, Robert Luthman; a son-in-law; five brothers; six sisters; seven grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, at St. Michael Catholic Church. Burial will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery, St. Patrick.

LUTTERBECK, Alan R. Lutterbeck (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 9 July 2018) Alan R. Lutterbeck, age 58, of St. Marys passed away unexpectedly on Friday at his residence in St. Marys. He was born on Dec. 15, 1959 in St. Marys to Ermal and Phyllis (Botkin) Lutterbeck. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in St. Marys. Alan is a father of two loving children, Corey Lutterbeck of Sidney and Amber Lutterbeck of St. Marys; a stepfather to Jason Stienecker of Lima; a brother to the late Tim Lutterbeck; and a grandfather to Alrik Lutterbeck. Alan was a 1979 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School and was employed in manufacturing; he went on to serve his country in the U.S. Navy. Alan attended Wayne Street United Methodist Church in St. Marys, and was a life member of St. Marys VFW Post #9289. He enjoyed spending time outside with many interests in outdoor activities. Alan was very active; he relished working in his garage, woodworking, yardwork, warm weather and fishing. Most important to Alan was his family and friends, he will be deeply missed by all. Memorial service will be Thursday at Cisco Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial with military honors will follow at Resthaven Cemetery, St. Marys. Memorial contributions can be made to Wayne Street United Methodist Church or The American Diabetes Association. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cisco Funeral Home, St. Marys and Celina.

LUTTERBECK, Anna M. Lutterbeck (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 14 December 2010) Anna M. Lutterbeck, age 93, of Paynesville, died Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, at St. Cloud Hospital. She was born on May 28, 1917, in Shelby County, the daughter of Walter and Mary (Roettger) Maurer, and they preceded her in death. On June 19, 1938, she married Byron Katterheinrich, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 24, 1954. On June 2, 1962, Anna married Dallas Lutterbeck, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 16, 1997. After his death, Anna moved to Paynesville, MN, to be closer to her family. She is survived by her children, Douglas (Ellen) Katterheinrich of Berlin Center, Peggy (Thomas) Lammers of Paynesville, MN; her stepdaughter, Nancy (William) VanKeuren of South Hampton, NJ; 7 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; her siblings, Art (Velma) Maurer of Botkins, Victor Maurer of New Breman, Betty (Butch) Kaufman Hawkins of Bellefontaine and Patricia Korn of Janesville, MN. Anna was also preceded in death by her son, Joe; two grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; six brothers and a sister. She grew up in Kettlersville, where she was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel United Church of Christ. Anna was the secretary and treasurer at the New Knoxville Cement and Tile Company for many, many years. Anna had a very active church life, teaching Sunday school, volunteering in the women's groups and singing in the church choirs. She was a member of St. Paul UCC in St. Marys, associate member of Grace UMC and was a past matron of the Order of the Eastern Star. Anna led a very active life and had many hobbies that she enjoyed. A memorial service will be Wednesday at Grace United Methodist Church in Paynesville. Burial will be Friday at Schwaberow Cemetery in Kettlersville.

LUTTERBECK, Bonnie Ayers Lutterbeck (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – August 19, 2013) Bonnie (Ayers) Lutterbeck, age 54, of St. Marys, died Friday, Aug. 16, 2013, at her parents’ home. She was born on Feb. 10, 1959, in Decatur, IN, to Jim and Jeanette (Winkler) Ayers. Both survive in St. Marys. Other survivors are 2 sons, Jason (Rebecca) Stienecker of Wapakoneta and Corey Lutterbeck of St. Marys; 1 daughter, Amber Lutterbeck of St. Marys; 1 sister, Cathy (Rick) Mullenhour of St. Marys; 2 brothers, David (Tammy) Ayers of Suzhou, China, and Doug (Missy) Ayers of St. Marys; and 4 grandchildren, Nathaniel, Jason II, Lana and Jayden Steinecker. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Izabella Stienecker. Bonnie was a 1977 graduate of Wayne Trace High School. She worked 25 years at Honda in Anna. She was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist Church in St. Marys. Funeral services will be Wednesday at Cisco Funeral Home in St. Marys. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Gardens in St. Marys. Contributions can be made to the American Cancer Association and or Grand Lake Hospice.

LUTTERBECK, Ermal Lutterbeck (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Ermal Lutterbeck, age 69, 705 Beech St., St. Marys, died Aug. 13, 2006, at his residence following an extended illness. He was born June 11, 1937, in St. Marys, to Vernon and Marguerite Sprague Lutterbeck, who are deceased. On Jan. 20, 1956, he married Phyllis Botkin, who survives. Also surviving are 2 sons, Tim, of Celina, and Alan (Bonnie), of St. Marys; 2 sisters, Mooneen (Ernest) Wurster, of St. Marys, and Gwendolyn Dankirk, of Lima; 2 grandchildren; a step-grandson; and three step- great-grandchildren. He retired after 37 years at Superior Tube Co. and had worked for Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., St. Marys. He served in the Ohio National Guard for four years. Services are Thursday at Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, St. Marys. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the ALS fund, American Cancer Society or the Juvenile Diabetes Association of Ohio.

LUTTERBECK, Phyllis Botkin Lutterbeck (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio – 3 September 2020 - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Phyllis Lutterbeck, age 82, of St. Marys, OH died Thursday September 3, 2020 at Vancrest of St. Marys. She was born May 11, 1938 in St. Marys, OH to Forest and Ruth (Rumpff) Botkin. On January 20, 1956 in St. Marys, OH she married Ermal Lutterbeck, who died August 13, 2006. She is survived by her grandson Corey Lutterbeck of St. Marys, OH; granddaughter Amber Lutterbeck of Celina, OH; great-grandson Alrik Lutterbeck, a sister Marjorie Miller of Gettysburg, OH and 1 sister-in- law Phyllis Botkin of Sidney, OH. Preceded in death by her parents Forest and Ruth Botkin; husband Ermal Lutterbeck; son Timothy Lutterbeck; son Alan Lutterbeck; brother Bruce Botkin; and sister Dianne Kovaleski. She had worked as a State-Tested Nursing Assistant in area health care facilities, eventually retiring from Otterbein -- St. Marys. She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church, ZLC Women, Order of Eastern Star Hawthorne Chapter #119 and Amaranth Court #50. Her favorite pastimes included crocheting, reading and gardening. More than anything else, she dearly loved and supported her family in their lives. Rites are scheduled 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. 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.

LUTTERBECK Timothy J. Lutterbeck (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Timothy J. Lutterbeck, age 57, of 140 Mallard Cove in Celina, OH died Wednesday June 25, 2014. He was born August 11, 1956 in Sidney, OH to Ermal and Phyllis (Botkin) Lutterbeck. He is survived by his mother, Phyllis Lutterbeck of St. Marys, OH and 1 brother, Alan Lutterbeck of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his father, Ermal Lutterbeck. He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. He was employed as a CNC lathe operator at Parker-Hannifin Corp. in St. Marys. He had also previously worked for Huffy Bicycle Mfg. Co. in Celina form 1977 to 1998. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in St. Marys, Moose Lodge in Celina and VFW in St. Marys. Tim wished to say “good-bye” to all of his relatives and friends, and to let them know just how much they made his life happier and richer. No services are scheduled. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Cancer Association of Mercer Co. Arrangements are entrusted to Miller Funeral Homes in St. Marys.

LUTTERBEIN, Anna Lutterbein (Abstracted from the Lima News, Jan. 5, 1951) New Knoxville - Services will be at the First Evangelical Reformed church here for Mrs. Anna Lutterbein, age 72, who died at her home. Burial in Pilger Ruhe Cemetery. She is survived by a son Donald, two grandchildren, here, a sister, Mrs. Carolina Schmidt, near Wapakoneta, and a brother, W. A. Stork of Bellefontaine.

LUTTMER, Alfred F. Luttmer (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2149321) Alfred F. Luttmer, age 89, of St. Henry, passed away Monday November 19, 2018, at The Gardens at St. Henry. He was born August 12, 1929, in St. Rose, to the late Bernard H. & Clara (Holdheide) Luttmer. On August 12, 1950 he married Pauline (Reier) Luttmer, and she survives in St. Henry. Al is also survived by children: Randy & Sue Luttmer of St. Henry, Melvin & Marlene Luttmer of St. Henry, Ronald Luttmer of Wapakoneta, and Marvin & Lucy Luttmer of St. Henry, 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and one on the way. Also surviving are siblings Leonard Luttmer of Yorkshire, and Erma Brunswick of Maria Stein, and a sister-in-law Viola Kemper of Chickasaw. Al was preceded in death by a great grandchild, and siblings and in-laws: Wilbert & Norma Luttmer, Sadie & Lawrence Poeppelman, Bernard F. Jr. & Marie Luttmer, Norma & Werner Stammen, Dolores Luttmer, Robert Brunswick, Wilbert & Sally Reier, Walter Reier, and Werner Kemper. Al was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, and was a lifetime member of the St. Henry K of C. Council 2640. He served as a member of the Fire Departments in St. Henry and Montezuma for 20 years, and completed T & I training. He started working as a milk hauler for the former Pet Milk Co. in Coldwater, and later worked for Meadow Gold Dairy in New Bremen. Later he worked at Osterholt Car Sales, and graduated from a salesman school by American Motors Co, in Cleveland, Ohio. He then opened his own auto body shop, which he operated in St. Henry for 20 years. Al served as St. Henry Village Council president for 18 years and Mayor for 4 years. Al was an avid card player and always enjoyed a cookout or get together with his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, November 24, 2018 at St. Henry Catholic Church, St. Henry. Burial will follow in St. Henry Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, St. Henry is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the State of the Heart Care.

LUTTMER, Leonard Luttmer (Abstracted from https://www.hogenkampfh.com/obituary/leonard-luttmer) Leonard Luttmer, age 96, of Yorkshire, Ohio passed away at Briarwood Village, Coldwater on Wednesday, September 11, 2019. He was born February 24, 1923 in St. Rose to the late Bernard & Clara (Holdheide) Luttmer. He married Dolores T. Guggenbiller on May 6, 1950 in St. Wendelin, OH and she preceded him in death on November 28, 2010. He is survived by children: Robert & Arlene Luttmer, Versailles, Barbara & Randy Gaerke, Coldwater, Richard & Patricia Luttmer, Ft. Loramie, Kathleen & Greg Bruns, Russia, 8 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, sister, Erma Brunswick, Maria Stein, sister-in-law Pauline Luttmer, St. Henry. He was preceded in death by son Kenny, brothers & sisters: Bill & Norma Luttmer, Sadie & Lawrence Poeppelman, Norma & Werner Stammen, Ben & Marie Luttmer, Alfred Luttmer and brother-in-law Bob Brunswick. He was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Osgood, and on Yorkshire Town Council for 50 years and 35 of those years as Mayor. Leonard was a veteran of the US Army during WWII and a member of Osgood American Legion. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Nicolas Catholic Church, Osgood. Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster is entrusted with the arrangements. Burial with full military honors will follow in St. Martin Cemetery, Osgood, OH. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

LUTTMER, Marie B. Luttmer (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421209) Marie B. Luttmer, age 87, of 7450 Ft. Recovery - Minster Road Maria Stein, OH died Sunday January 13, 2013 at Heritage Manor Nursing Center in Minster. She was born June 17, 1925 in Maria Stein to Bernard and Anna (Wendeln) Zumwald they preceded her in death. She was married on August 19, 1950 in Maria Stein to Bernard F. Luttmer he died October 21, 1996. She is survived by a son John Luttmer of Maria Stein and a daughter Lorena and her husband Virgil Wilker of Maria Stein. Also surviving are a brother-in-law Elmer Speck of Coldwater and a sister-in-law Eleanora Zumwald of Maria Stein. Deceased include 2 brothers Louis and Alvin Zumwald and a sister Margaret Speck. Marie was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church and the Ladies Sodality of the church. She was a homemaker and helped on the family farm. A Mass of Christian burial will be Wednesday Jan. 16, 2013 in St. Rose Church. Burial will follow at St. Rose Cemetery. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster has been entrusted with the services. Memorials may be made to The State of the Heart Hospice.

LUTZ, Hilda M. Lutz (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 3 November 2009) Hilda M. Lutz, 82, of Bloomington, IN, died Thursday at Bloomington Hospital. She was born Feb. 17, 1927, in New Haven, IN, a daughter of Bernard and Mary (Huelskamp) Meiring. She is survived by her daughter, Kim Hahn of Bloomington, IN; a son, Kevin Lutz of Rockford; a sister, Dorothy Clark of Michigan; seven grandchildren and a great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Lutz; her parents; two brothers, Cletis and Will Meiring; and a sister, Helen. She was a nurse's aide at Gibbons Hospital in Celina, Memorial Hospital in St. Marys and later as a private duty nurse. She was a member of the St. Paul Catholic Center in Bloomington. A private mass will be held at St. Paul Catholic Center in Bloomington. She will be buried in Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Paul Catholic Church. Day Funeral Home in Bloomington, IN, is in charge of the arrangements.

LUTZ, J. Gale Lutz (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) J. Gale Lutz, 70, of 260 North Spruce Street, Saint Marys, died Friday, June 24, 2011, at her residence. She was born October 20, 1940, in Printer, KY, the daughter of Morton “Shikepoke” and Edythe “Lak“ (Hagans) McGlothen. She married Kenneth Lutz on September 9, 1960 and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her 3 children: Lori Lutz (Partner Sue Cisar) of Marietta, OH; Steven (Lori) Lutz of Liberty Twp, OH; Kendra Lutz of Greenfield, IN; by six grandchildren: Mary Lutz; Grace Lutz; Philip Lutz; Thomas Lutz; Elena Lutz and Jaqueline Lutz; by a step-grandson, Mike Young; by three step-great grandchildren: Cameron, Carlie and Hayli; by her siblings: Parker (Ruth) McGlothen of Saint Marys; her twin brother, Dale (Elsie) McGlothen of Saint Marys; Jim (Valerie) McGlothen of Portage, IN; Jerry (Roberta) McGlothen of Saint Marys. She was preceded in death by her parents. Gale was a 1960 graduate of Saint Marys Memorial High School. She had formerly worked at Goodyear Saint Marys and had worked at Big Bear Grocery Store in Saint Marys for 21 years. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Saint Marys, where she had been a Bible school teacher. She had been a volunteer with the Ohio Reads Program at West School in Saint Marys. Funeral rites will be Thursday, June 30, 2011, at the Miller-Long and Folk Funeral Home, 314 West High Street, Saint Marys, Ohio. Private family burial rites will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial donations may be directed to either the Diabetes Foundation or Auglaize County Cancer Association.

LUTZ, Kenneth D. Lutz (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Kenneth D. Lutz, 76, of 260 N. Spruce Street in St. Marys, OH died Friday June 1, 2012 at his residence. He was born February 4, 1936 in St. Marys, OH to Charles and Alice (Schmidt) Lutz. On September 9, 1960 in St. Marys, OH he married J. Gale McGlothen, who died June 24, 2011. He is survived by 2 daughters, Dr. Lori (partner Sue Cisar) of Marietta, OH; Kendra Lutz of Greenfield, IN; 1 son, Steven (Lori) Lutz of Liberty Twp., OH; 6 grandchildren: Mary Lutz, Grace Lutz, Philip Lutz, Thomas Lutz, Elena Cisar, Jaqueline Cisar; 1 step-grandson Mike Young; 3 step-great-grandchildren: Cameron, Carlie & Hayli; 4 brothers, Don (Glenna) Lutz of Newark, OH; Ned (Pat) Lutz of Harrison Twp., MI; Dave (Barbra) Lutz; and Bob Lutz both of St. Marys, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Alice Lutz; wife, J. Gale Lutz, and his sister, Carol (Bill) Garvin. He was a 1954 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School. A stone mason for more than 50 years, Ken had the uncanny ability to work without the benefit of a level. His combination of indeterminable spirit and stubbornness allowed him to not simply exist, but rather, continue to lay brick and block even after receiving a heart transplant in 1995. He was a member and former elder of Zion Lutheran Church in St. Marys and had served a term as councilman-at large for the city of St. Marys. He enjoyed reading. Ken will be remembered as a devoted and loving father and grandfather. Funeral rites are scheduled Thursday June 7, 2012 at Zion Lutheran Church 210 N. Wayne Street in St. Marys. Private family burial will take place in the Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, OH. Memorial contributions may be directed to Lutheran Hospital of Ft. Wayne, IN transplant program.

LUTZMANN, Irmgard Elisabeth Lutzmann (Abstracted from http://www.hogenkampfh.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1421418) Irmgard Elisabeth Lutzmann, age 86, of St. Charles Senior Living Center, Carthagena Ohio, died on Monday, January 9, 2012 at The Gardens at Celina, Ohio. She was born July 5, 1925 in Hamburg, Germany to the late Carl and Emma (Nawrotsky) Kohlmorgen. On October 27, 1945 she married H. Harald Lutzmann in Hamburg, Germany and he survives in Celina, Ohio. Irmgard is survived by a daughter Karen Mueller of Ft. Collins, CO, a son-in-law Paul & Claudette Frayer of Carthagena, Ohio, a brother Erwin & Marcella Kohlmorgen of Cincinnati, a sister-in-law Anneliese Lutzmann of Nordenham, Germany, a brother-in- law John Lutzmann of Mansonville, Quebec and numerous beloved nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by a daughter Hilke Frayer, and two sons Ralph & Carl Lutzmann. She moved with her husband from Cleveland to Carthagena in May of 2011 to aid her husband's recovery from surgery and for a simpler life. She enjoyed walks outdoors, the rural community, and the St. Charles cats. She will be remembered for her unending strength in the face of adversity, her unconditional love for her family and friends, and her pure love of life. Graveside service Monday, January 16th in Lakeview Cemetery, Cleveland Ohio.

LYBARGER, Ruth Lybarger (Abstracted from the Lima News, Oct 22, 1986) WAPAKONETA - Ruth Lybarger, age 85, of here, died Tuesday at her residence. She was born July 9, 1901, in Donnelsville, IL, the daughter of Eben and Julie Sperry. On March 9, 1924, she married Ora Lybarger, who died in 1975. Mrs. Lybarger was a homemaker and a member of First United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta. Survivors include one son, David Lybarger of Fort Wayne; two daughters, Mrs. Harold (Mary Lou) Fritz of Rawson and Mrs. Paul (Janet) Koenig of New Bremen; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and three brothers, Gene Sperry of Illinois, Roy Sperry of Florida and Keith Sperry of Van Wert. Services will be at Patrick Heinl Funeral Home, Wapakoneta. Burial will be in Buckland Cemetery.

LYKINS, Roy Lykins (Abstracted from the Lima News, May 28, 1973) St. Marys - Roy Lykins, age 65, died Saturday at his residence. He had been in failing health for the past three years. He was married Nov 4, 1935 to Sarah Banks, who survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Norman (Janice) Chiles of Troy, and Mrs. Frank (Frances) Bowling and Mrs. Larry (Florence) Townsend, both of here and eight grandchildren. The family moved from Kentucky to St. Marys in 1954. He was employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co., until he retired in 1972. Burial in Elm Grove Cemetery.

LYNAM, C. Donald Lynam (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) C. Donald Lynam, age 80, of 02124 Greenville Road, St. Marys, died Dec. 27, 2006, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. He was born May 4, 1926, in Anthony, KS, to Roy and Lura Parker Lynam. He married Ida Lee Denney, who died July 4, 1980. He later married Mary Ellen Irey-Anthony, who died Oct. 21, 2003. Survivors are 2 sisters, Margaret (Bill) Trimmel, of Neodesha, KS, and Mary (Reuben) Hecht, of Versailles; and several step-grandchildren. Deceased are three brothers, Olin, Wallace and Philip. He retired as manager of the former Camp St. Marys on Grand Lake, where he worked more than 26 years. He also worked with his father on the operation of a home-building business. He was a member of the Buckeye State Sheriff's Association, having served as an auxiliary deputy for the Auglaize County Sheriff’s Department. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and American Legion post 323, both in St. Marys. Services are Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Ohio 703, West Chapel, St. Marys. Burial with grave side military rites performed by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9289 and American Legion Post 323, will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, St. Marys. Contributions can be made to the church.

LYNN, Dorothy L. Lynn (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/) Dorothy L. “Dottie” Lynn, 68, of 312 Marsh Drive, Saint Marys, died Friday, December 31, 2010, at her residence. She was born September 29, 1942, in Decatur, IN, the daughter of Arthur and Faye (Martin) Scheiderer. She married Charles Lynn on October 15, 1966, and he survives at the residence. She is also survived by her 4 children: Amy (David) Winner of Defiance, OH; Douglas (Melissa) Lynn of Fort Wayne, IN; Betsy (Eric) Schurg of Woodburn, IN; Brian Lynn of Marion, IN; by 5 grandchildren: Matthew and Katie Winner; Sarah and Ryan Lynn; Brady Schurg; by 2 sisters: Barbara Miller of Harlan, IN; Sarah (Carl) Ziegenfus of Allentown, PA; and by a sister-in-law, Beverly Scheiderer of Woodburn, IN. Dottie was preceded in death by her parents and by a brother, Paul Scheiderer. She was a 1961 graduate of Woodland High School in Woodburn, IN; a 1964 graduate of the Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in Fort Wayne. Dottie retired after more than twenty years of service at Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community, where she served as Director of Health Care. Dottie considered her career there as a ministry, serving the healthcare needs of residents and helping them to feel part of the Otterbein Community. She was a member of New Community Church in Saint Marys. She served on the Board of Directors of Harbor House in Celina; Hilty Home in Pandora and the Family Life Center of Auglaize County. She enjoyed participating in Operation Christmas Child, a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse. She will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and thoughtful friend who served God by serving others. Funeral rites will be Wednesday, January 5, 2011, at Grace Missionary Church in Celina. Burial rites will be Wednesday at the Decatur Cemetery in Decatur, IN. Memorial donations may be directed to Otterbein Saint Marys Retirement Community; The Hilty Home in Pandora; Auglaize County Family Life Center or New Community Church Building Fund in Saint Marys.

LYNSKEY, Thomas Martin Lynskey, Jr. (Abstracted from the Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Marys and New Knoxville, Ohio - http://www.millerfuneralhomes.net/ – 28 December 2017) Thomas Martin Lynskey, Jr, passed away on December 28 at Otterbein, St. Marys, with his wife and sons at his side. He was born on April 11, 1949, in Wheeling, WV. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Thomas Sr. and June Merckle Lynskey, brothers David and Timothy, and in-laws George and Melva Patterson. He is survived, and will be fondly remembered and missed, by his wife, Darlene Patterson Lynskey, married June 20, 1970, at St. Joan of Arc Church in Wheeling, WV. He also leaves three sons, Eric (Susan) Lynskey, and their children Sarah Jane and Charlie, of Sugar Hill, GA; Adam Lynskey of Wichita Falls, TX; and his daughter Ashley, Columbus, Ohio. Kevin (Tiffany) Lynskey and their children, Kallen and Owen, of Irvine, CA; and, sisters Suzanne (Jay) and Elizabeth (Dennis), of Wheeling, WV, along with numerous nieces and nephews, and also a brother-in- law, David Patterson of Wadsworth, Ohio. Thomas attended Wheeling Central Catholic High School in Wheeling, WV, graduating in 1966 after which he attended Wheeling Jesuit University receiving a Bachelor's of Science in Chemistry in 1970. He was also a veteran of the Armed Forces, having served for seven years in the United States Navy, retiring as a Lieutenant and navigator of the USS Harlan County. He was employed in research and development for the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in St. Marys, Ohio. He was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys and the New Bremen Rod and Gun Club. As a skilled marksman, he enjoyed target and trap shooting. He also enjoyed duck hunting at Grand Lake with his favorite yellow lab, Molly, along his side. The family spent many memorable times boating, fishing and playing on the lake. He also spent many days each year roaming the hills in his beloved West Virginia, near Parkersburg, with his best lifelong friend, Jay MacGregor. He and Darlene loved to travel, making their way from Europe to Russia and Japan, and especially visiting with their children and grandchildren. Local Rites are scheduled to be Friday, January 5, 2018 at the Miller Funeral Home, (1605 Celina Road, Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes for contributions be made to Grand Lake Hospice at 1122 E Spring Street, St. Marys, Ohio 45885, or via website www.grandlakehealth.org., in memory of Tom. A formal celebration mass will follow in the spring in Wheeling, WV.

LYTLE, Rebecca Lytle (Abstracted from the Evening Leader, St. Marys, Ohio – 1 November 2016) Rebecca "Becky" Lytle, age 71, of Celina, died Monday, Oct. 31, 2016. She was born on Dec. 16, 1944, in Lima one of the daughters of R. Stanley and Juanita Tam. On Aug. 19, 1967, she married Wesley A. Lytle, who survives. In addition to her husband Wes, Becky is survived by two daughters, Jennifer (Chris) McNiven of Fishers, IN, and Kristin (Darrell) Kincer of Lexington, KY; by her father Stanley Tam; by four grandchildren; by three sisters; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her mother, Juanita Tam. Funeral services will be Friday at Grand Lake UMC (St. Paul's campus). Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Lima. Lehman Dzendzel Funeral Home, 901 Myers Road, Celina handled the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Grand Lake United Methodist Church, 119 E. Fulton St., Celina, OH, 45822; One Mission Society, PO Box A, Greenwood, IN, 46142, or Houghton College, 1 Willard Ave., Houghton, NY, 14744.