Obituaries

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...

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,...

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...

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...

January 31, 2024

Walter F. Leaders age 94, of Holgate, died early Wednesday morning, January 31, 2024 at Vancrest of Holgate.

 

His Legacy… He was born February 23, 1929 the son of Frederick and Grace (Keehn) Leaders in Holgate.  He graduated from Holgate High School in 1947.  Walter is a United States Air Force veteran.  On August 18, 1955 he married Bonnie Lou Curns at...

January 22, 2024

Marlene J. Rettig, 86, of Holgate passed away Monday January 22nd at Vancrest Health Center in Holgate.

Marlene was born August 19th, 1937 in Monroe Township, Henry County to Perry and Alma (Schaper) Rettig. She was baptized, confirmed and a lifelong member of St. John’s United Church of Christ north of Holgate. She attended Florida School 12 years graduating in 1955....

January 21, 2024

Rodolfo "Rudy" Mendizabal age 85, of Holgate died Sunday night, January 21, 2024 at the University of Toledo Medical Center.

His Legacy... He was born February 1, 1938 to Abilio and Adraina (Hererra) Mendizabal in Comalapa, Guatemala.  On December 14, 1965, he married Irma Aceituno.  He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Holgate.  Rudy worked at the Campbell Soup...

January 19, 2024

David Allen Roehrig age 73 of Holgate, died Friday evening at the Defiance In-patient Hospice Center.  

His Legacy... David was born November 16, 1950 to Lyman and Aleta (Close) Roehrig, Jr. in Lima.  He graduated from Continental High School in 1969.  On September 11, 1971 he married Judy Hohenberger.  David started his working career with Hire Sunoco Gas Station.  For...

January 17, 2024

Phyllis J. Peck age 73, died Wednesday afternoon, January 17, 2024 in her Leipsic home.  There will be no public services.

January 16, 2024

Ronald R. Lulfs, age 77,  passed away unexpectedly in his Napoleon home on January 16, 2024.

His Legacy... He was born in Toledo on August 20, 1946 the son of August and Annabelle (Allen) Lulfs, and graduated from Malinta-Grelton School in 1964.  Ron, known affectionately as "Rat," dedicated a significant portion of his life to his career at General Motors...

January 1, 2024

Frank L. Ordway age 78, of Holgate, died Monday, January 1, 2024 at Mercy Health, Perrysburg. 

 

His Legacy… Frank was born June 17, 1945 to Chet and Dorothy (Eitzman) Ordway in Defiance.  He married Nita Jo Youmans on February 4, 1964 in Defiance.  Frank was employed with General Motors, Defiance for 44 years, retiring in 2008.  He received...

December 4, 2023

Linda L. Young age 70, of Holgate, died Monday evening, December 4, 2023 at the Defiance In-patient Hospice Center.

Her Legacy… She was born January 1, 1953 to Harry and Lois (Boyee) Young in Defiance.  She graduated from Holgate High School in 1971, Northwest Tech and the Defiance College...

November 28, 2023

Zachary Logan Micheal Hendrix age 21, passed away peacefully November 28, 2023 at the Filling Home of Mercy, Napoleon, surrounded by family and friends.

Zack was involved with t-ball, cub scouts and Special Olympics.  He was able to graduate from Napoleon/Patrick Henry High Schools in 2023.

Zack was born January 1, 2002 the son of...

November 2, 2023

William Michael Stottlemyer, the son of Asher and Cortney Stottlemyer was delivered stillborn, Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Fulton County Health Care Center, Wauseon, Ohio.

The joy of the announcement of his life, has turned to sorrow as the announcement of his passing became known.  Yet William Michael’s life has only ended with us, but continues at...

October 28, 2023

Virginia Ann Osborn age 86, of Holgate, died Saturday evening, October 28, 2023 at the Henry County Hospital.

Her Legacy… Ann was born June 6, 1937 to Byron and Ruth (Steingass) Bauer in Defiance County.  She graduated from Holgate High School in 1955.  On June 8, 1957, she married Ronald P. Osborn.  She...

October 26, 2023

Walter Proch age 83, of Sherwood, died early Thursday morning at the Defiance Area In-patient Hospice Center.  There will be no public services.

October 16, 2023

Thomas Adam Okuley passed into eternal life on Monday, October 16, 2023, after a short hospital stay.

Tom was born on June 19, 1938, in New Bavaria to the late Leo and Edna (Westrick) Okuley.

On July 16, 1960, he married Dorothy Mae (Schroeder) Okuley, who survives. They built a life together on the homestead...

October 5, 2023

Robert “Bob” Clark Gilbert age 95, of Deshler, died Thursday morning, October 5, 2023, at Brookdale Senior Center, Findlay.

His Legacy… Bob was born October 19, 1927, to Ray C. and Ethel (Laureman) Gilbert at their home in Napoleon. Bob graduated from Napoleon High School in 1947. During his...

September 8, 2023

Juliana D. Korney Taylor age 93, of Hamler died early Friday morning, September 8, 2023 at Vancrest of Holgate.

Her Legacy… She was born July 2, 1930 to Clarence and Caroline (Klima) Maag in New Cleveland. In 1951 she married William Korney and he died in 1971.  In 1979,...

August 31, 2023

Violet M. Diemer age 95, of Holgate, died early Thursday morning, August 31, 2023 at Vancrest of Holgate.

Her Legacy… She was born September 16, 1927 to Albert Leroy and Inez (Griswold) Ewing in Antwerp.  She graduated from Miller City High School.  On July 24, 1948, she married Donavon...