Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Holgate, OH and surrounding areas.

James Paul Theisen

James Paul Theisen

July 16, 2024

James Paul Theisen age 77, died Tuesday morning, July 16, 2024 in his Lambertville, MI home after a lengthy illness.

 His Legacy… Jim was born January 22, 1947 to Linus and Mary (Schuller) Theisen in McComb, OH. In 1965, he graduated from Holgate High School. On October 21, 1967, he married Judy Hauck. Jim was employed by the Dana Corp., Toledo...

Richard D. Berger

Richard D. Berger

July 4, 2024

Richard D. “Richie” Berger age 62, of Continental, died Monday evening, July 4, 2024 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.

Richie was born on February 14, 1962 to Harry and Irene (Burkhart) Berger in Gary, IN.  He was employed by Claude Sintz, Inc. in Deshler. He was married to Beth Quigley for years and then she passed away.  On July...

Melvin Hoffman

Melvin Hoffman

June 9, 2024

Melvin Julius Hoffman, a dedicated farmer, peacefully passed away on June 9 2024, at Vancrest of Holgate. He was born on July 25, 1932, in rural Holgate to Julius and Pauline (Welz) Hoffman and graduated from Holgate High School in 1950. Melvin proudly served in the United States Army and received a Korean Service Ribbon along with 2 Bronze Service Stars...

Paul R. Burkhart

Paul R. Burkhart

May 25, 2024

Paul R. Burkhart, age 90, passed away on May 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born January 5, 1934 to Lucille (Nee Lammers) and Leo “Lee” Burkhart.  He was born on his grandparents’ (Christ and Mary Burkhart) farm in rural New Bavaria.  He attended a one room schoolhouse, on the corner of the Burkhart family farm, later...

Joel Troy Murray

Joel Troy Murray

May 22, 2024

JOEL TROY MURRAYNapoleon-Joel Troy Murray 55 passed away at his home May 22, 2024.  He was born January 12, 1969 in Presque Isle Maine.The son of Eugene and Betty (Gardiner) Murray.  Joel graduated with the class of 1987 in Presque Isle Maine.  Soon after met and married his wife Stephanie on May 20, 1989.Joel was a very hard worker and wonderful...

Brian Eugene "Augie" Baringer

Brian Eugene "Augie" Baringer

May 22, 2024

Brian E. Baringer, known to most by the name, Augie, age 66 of Holgate, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 while at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio.  He was born on January 30, 1958 to Daniel Baringer and Mary Bohlmann Baringer Snyder in Defiance, Ohio.  Augie was a 1976 graduate of Holgate High School and Four County...

Sandra Kay Folk

Sandra Kay Folk

May 4, 2024

Sandra Kay Folk died Saturday morning, May 4, 2024 in her New Bavaria home.   She was born December 10, 1945 to Carl and Alameda (Groll) Eitzman.  She graduated from Holgate High School in 1963.  On June 28, 1986, she married John Folk and he died on August 10, 2019.  She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Holgate...

Bill Mack Hall

Bill Mack Hall

April 26, 2024

Bill M. Hall age 84, of Hamler, died Friday evening, April 26, 2024 at Vancrest of Holgate.

His Legacy… He was born May 22, 1939, in.  In July of 1965, he married Ruth Tallman. Bill retired from GM Powertrain, Defiance.  He was a member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Hamler.  In years past, he enjoyed golf, bowling and attending Cincinnati Reds ball games....

Diana Sue Gineman

Diana Sue Gineman

April 20, 2024

Diana “Sue” (Eisaman) Gineman age 81, of Holgate died Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Vancrest of Holgate. 

Her Legacy… Diana was born August 21, 1942 to Barton and Loretta (Bowers) Eisaman in Napoleon.  On December 31, 1959, she married Kenneth “Kenny” Gineman by brother-in-law Reverend Paul Eichar.   Diana enjoyed being in the public while waitressing at local restaurants and working at...

James William Waisner

James William Waisner

April 20, 2024

James William Waisner was born July 27th, 1939 and died April 20th, 2024. Jim was born to Thomas and Mildred (Fruth) Waisner and was the older brother to Jerry (Joan) Waisner and Janet (Delmar) Tilse. Jim was a lifelong resident of Holgate and a lifelong member of St. John’s UCC where he served as deacon, elder, consistory chair, CE Board,...

Julian L. "Corky" Heitman

Julian L. "Corky" Heitman

April 19, 2024

Julian L. “Corky” Heitman, Jr. age 83, of Napoleon, died Friday, April 19, 2024 at Northcrest Rehab and Nursing.



His Legacy… Julian was born to Julian L. and Rosemary (Mansfield) Heitman, Sr. on March 10, 1941 in Napoleon.  He graduated from Liberty Center High School in 1959.  He obtained his associates degree from Fort Wayne Business School.  He married Mary Cooper.  Corky...

Marilyn Jean Eichar

Marilyn Jean Eichar

April 16, 2024

Marilyn Jean (Miller) Eichar of Napoleon, died Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at the Henry County Hospital.

 

Marilyn was born to John and Nellie (Priest) Miller in Toledo. The first years of her life she spent near Weston attending the school there and the Methodist church.  Later she lived near N. Baltimore, Traverse City, MI, McClure, San Bernardino, CA and Leipsic before...

Steven "Townsie" Reeder Allen

Steven "Townsie" Reeder Allen

April 10, 2024

Steven "Townsie" Reeder Allen, a dedicated retired truck driver, embarked on his final journey on April 10, 2024, in Toledo. Born on August 22, 1955, Townsie was a proud Army veteran and a graduate of Otsego High School's class of 1973.Throughout his life, Townsie found solace in the open road and the gentle rhythm of trucking. He traversed countless miles with unwavering dedication, embodying...

James "Jim" H. Tobias

James "Jim" H. Tobias

March 29, 2024

James H. “Jim” Tobias age 81, was lovingly called to his heavenly reward on Friday, March 29, 2024 after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease.

 

His Legacy… Jim was born September 1, 1942 to Everett and Pauline (Conrad) Tobias in Lima.  He graduated from Hamler High School in 1961 and in 1964 joined the US Army National Guard.   He married the...

Rosalyn Ann Junge

Rosalyn Ann Junge

March 19, 2024

Rosalyn A. Junge died Tuesday afternoon, March 19, 2024 in her Napoleon home.  She was born March 2, 1937 to Emery and Rosena (Zachrich) Baker.  On June 18, 1955 she married Elmer B. Junge who survives.  Along with her husband, she is survived by her five children: Debra (Joe) Butler, Denise (Scott) Hoover, Daniel (Lynda) Junge, Diana (Brent) Steele and...

David Jonathan Adams

David Jonathan Adams

February 26, 2024

David Jonathan Adams age 60, died Monday, February 26, 2024 at his New Bavaria home.  He was born February 24, 1964 to Dale Edward and Carolyn Mary (Proudfoot) Adams in Napoleon.  Dave was employed by Steyer and Company, Defiance.

Surviving is his daughter Mabel Adams and her mother Krystle Adams of Defiance.  He was preceded in death by his parents. 

Services will...

Lee Richard Schroeder

Lee Richard Schroeder

February 18, 2024

Lee Richard Schroeder, a respected individual known for his contributions to the legal field and economic development, passed away unexpectedly at his Leipsic home on February 18, 2024. Born on June 14, 1975, Lee's life journey was marked by a deep commitment to selflessness and simplicity, traits that endeared him to many.

Lee will be deeply missed by his parents Dan...

Patricia A. Brown

Patricia A. Brown

February 10, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Ann Brown, age 87, of Holgate, passed away on Saturday afternoon, February 10, 2024 at the Vancrest Healthcare Center in Holgate.      She was born on June 19, 1936, to John and Elizabeth (Bowsher) Steel in Defiance.    Pat worked at former Triplet and retired from Holgate Local Schools in 2001.  She enjoyed Bingo and playing cards,...

William D. Brown

William D. Brown

February 5, 2024

William Dana Brown, age 76, of Findlay, died Monday afternoon, February 5, 2024, at Bridge Hospice, Findlay.  

 

His Legacy: He was born August 8,1947 the son of Milton and Barbara (Lincoln) Brown, Cincinnati. He graduated from Walnut Hills High School, Cincinnati and Miami University, Oxford, OH. Bill served 6 years in the National Guard. His career was in sales and sales...

Helen M. Gerschutz

Helen M. Gerschutz

January 31, 2024

Helen Marie (Barth) Gerschutz age 96, of Holgate, died Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at the Meadows of Ottawa. 

 

Her Legacy… Helen was born August 31, 1927 to Clarence and Ella Barth in Holgate.  She graduated from Holgate High School and attended business college.  She worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for Owens Illinois in Toledo then retired from Snyder Chevrolet, Napoleon after...