Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Holgate, OH and surrounding areas.
Charles Calvin Jacob Smith
December 27, 2025
Calvin Smith (Charles Calvin Jacob Smith), age 91, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. A devoted Christian, lifelong farmer, and humble servant of God, he lived with faith, gratitude, and steadfast purpose. Born June 7, 1934, in Napoleon, Ohio, Calvin learned early the values of perseverance, stewardship, and trust in the Lord. Farming was his...
Verl C. Homier
December 26, 2025
Verl C. Homier passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025 at Vancrest Nursing Home in Holgate at the age of 96. Born May 15, 1929 to Sylvester & Germain (Swary) Homier in New Bavaria, Ohio. On July 15, 1950 he married Merna Ann Follett in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, New Bavaria. They shared 72 years together before her passing on...
Mary Elizabeth Spangler
December 23, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Spangler age 94, of Deshler died Tuesday morning, December 23, 2025 at the Defiance In-patient Hospice Center.
Her Legacy… She was born April 15, 1931 to Garland Chester and Pansey (Schnell) Huff in Toledo. She graduated from Springfield High School in Holland, Ohio. On March 6, 1951 she married Eldon E. Spangler. Mary was a homemaker and member of...
Miriam D. Junge
December 22, 2025
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FORMER NATIONAL AUXILIARY EXECUTIVE PASSES AWAY
Miriam D. Junge, former National Secretary (CEO) and Honorary Past National President of the American Legion Auxiliary organization from 1978 until her retirement on January 1, 1994, passed away at Vancrest Nursing Home, Holgate, Ohio on December 22, 2025.As Honorary Life Member of the Wm. F. Helmke American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 340 in Holgate,...
Roger Hoffman
December 17, 2025
Roger Eugene Hoffman age 77, died peacefully Wednesday evening, December 17, 2025 in his Holgate home surrounded by his loving family.
Roger was born June 29, 1948 to Eugene A. and Caroline M. (Gerken) Hoffman in Napoleon. He graduated from Holgate High School in 1967 and shortly after enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. On December 28, 1974 he married Mary...
Shirley A. Hardy
December 16, 2025
Shirley Ann Hardy age 86, of Holgate, died Tuesday afternoon, December 16, 2025 at the Laurels of Defiance. She was born to Alvine and Kathryn (Curtzwiller) Schwab in Holgate. She married Donald E. Hardy on November 27, 1959. Shirley loved her community. She was a Holgate Tiger ALL THE WAY! Her and Don would sit in the Tiger goal zone....
Darrel B. Kesselmayer
December 15, 2025
Darrel B. Kesselmayer, born October 21, 1955, age 70 of Holgate, died peacefully December 15, 2025, at the Wood County Hospital.
Darrel attended the Hobart School of Welding and was a welder for several companies in the Toledo area after graduating from Holgate High School in 1973. He was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Holgate. He was an...
Denise Marie Johnston
December 13, 2025
Denise Marie (Trietch) Johnston age 67, of Napoleon died December 13, 2025 at the Cleveland Clinic.
Denise was born on February 24, 1958, to Ray and Pauline Trietsch. She grew up in Holgate, Ohio, and graduated from Holgate High School in 1976. For twenty years, she dedicated herself to her work at Napco Plastics. She later spent 19 years in the...
James F. Miller
December 13, 2025
James Frederick Miller, 87, Defiance, passed from his earthly life on Saturday, December 13, at Community Health Professionals Inpatient Hospice Center. He was born December 7, 1938, in Defiance, Ohio, to the late J. Frederick and Frieda (Gustin) Miller. After graduating in 1956 from Defiance High School, he worked several years for the B&O Railroad, then served in the U.S....
Kathryn Jacobs
November 28, 2025
Kathryn Jacobs age 82, of Holgate, died early Friday morning, November 28, 2025 at Mercy Defiance Hospital.
Her Legacy... Kathryn was born June 12, 1943 to Julian and Rosemary (Mansfield) Heitman in Napoleon. In 1964, she married John Jacobs, Sr. in Chicago. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Holgate. Kathryn was a homemaker but worked at Lowe's in...
George Franklin Fahrer
November 22, 2025
George F. Fahrer age 78, died November 22, 2025 at his Napoleon home. There will be no services.
Dawn Marie Zachrich
November 20, 2025
Dawn Marie Tietje Zachrich age 64, of Napoleon, died Thursday afternoon, November 20, 2025 at Parkview Memorial in Fort Wayne.
She was born May 15, 1961, to Janice (Pimienta) and Terry Williams and her adoptive father George Tietje. Dawn was a 1980 graduate of Patrick Henry High School. Over the years, she was employed by several healthcare businesses such as Vancrest...
Daniel Dean Riebesehl
November 17, 2025
Daniel Riebesehl age 82 of Holgate, died Monday night, November 17, 2025 at the Henry County Hospital, Napoleon.
His Legacy... He was born September 11, 1943 to Albert and Opal (Miley) Riebesehl in Holgate. On February 1, 1965, Daniel enlisted with the United States Army. While on leave, he married Bonnie Vandekerkhove on July 24, 1965. He was a member of...
Roger Lauren Rohrs
November 9, 2025
Roger Lauren Rohrs, born on April 28, 1946, in Hamler, Ohio, passed away on November 9, 2025, at Vancrest of Holgate. He was a dedicated member of the community, known for his commitment to both his profession and his faith. Roger began his journey in the electrical trade after graduating from Hamler High School and attending trade school. He worked...
Preston Boundy
November 2, 2025
Preston Kyle BoundyNovember 10, 2003 – November 2, 2025It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Preston Kyle Boundy, age 21, who left this world far too soon on Sunday, November 2, 2025, in Archbold, Ohio.Preston was born on November 10, 2003, in Defiance, Ohio, to Angela Boundy and Corey Clippinger. He spent his early childhood in...
Bernard "Barney" John Zimmer
October 14, 2025
Bernard “Barney” John Zimmer age 97, of Napoleon, died Tuesday evening, October 14, 2025 at Vancrest of Holgate.
His Legacy… Barney was born November 25, 1927 in Ridgeville to Frank E. and Ruth (Lehman) Zimmer. He graduated from Ridgeville Corners High School in 1945. On December 13, 1956 he was honorably discharged from the United States Army. He was employed by...
Emerson Robert Brinkman
September 22, 2025
Emerson Robert Brinkman
December 23, 1934 – September 22, 2025
Emerson Robert Brinkman's life was defined by hard work, unwavering patience, and a quiet but profound faith. A fourth-generation farmer, he embraced his calling with humility and purpose, establishing a legacy that deeply influenced his family and community for generations.
Born December 23, 1934, in Holgate, Ohio, to Robert W. and Alta C....
Sharon L. Niese
September 6, 2025
Sharon L. Niese, age 79, of Hamler, walked through the gates of heaven on September 6, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Her Legacy… She was born December 29, 1945, in Igloo, South Dakota to Edward and Dorothy (Rutan) Young. On November 4, 1967, she married Richard Niese in Anniston, Alabama. She was a member of Harvest Fellowship in...
Rosa Marie Hopkins
August 12, 2025
Rosa Marie Hopkins, a gentle soul who touched the lives of many, passed away on August 12, 2025, at her home in Malinta, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 20, 1933, in Greasy Creek, Kentucky, Rosa embodied warmth and kindness throughout her life. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, with an unwavering dedication to taking...
Agnes E. Dulle
August 7, 2025
Agnes E. Dulle, age 76, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully in her Holgate home on August 7, 2025, after a long and courageous struggle with Parkinson's disease. Born on August 11, 1948, in Defiance, Agnes was gentle soul whose unwavering faith and dedication to others touched the lives of many.
In 1966, Agnes graduated from Continental High...
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