HELEN BOTT
1911-2005
HICKSVILLE — Helen V. Bott, 93, formerly of Defiance, died at 1:08 a.m. Saturday, Jan 1, at the Community Memorial Hospital in Hicksville.
She was born Feb. 28, 1911, in Defiance County, the daughter of Homer and Samantha (Venis) Walters. In 1930, she married Isadore P. Bott, who preceded her in death in 1984. She was a homemaker and a member of the St. John Catholic Church in Defiance and St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hicksville, and a member of the Rosary Altar Society of both churches.
Surviving are a son, Raymond L. Bott of Defiance; two daughters, Catherine (John) Meyer of Antwerp and Alice (Robert) Breidenbaugh of Hicksville; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 10 stepgrandchildren; 32 great-stepgrandchildren; and 16 great-great-stepgrandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were a son, Clarence Bott; one great-grandchild; one great-stepgrandchild; one great-great-stepgrandchild; two brothers, Don and Burt Walters; and a sister, Edna Moore.
Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 4, at St. John Catholic Church in Defiance, with Father Thomas Oedy officiating. Burial was in the Riverview Memory Gardens in Defiance. Mast-Mock Hoffman handled the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society or the Osteoporosis Foundation.

GENEVIEVE BURNETT
1910-2005
FINDLAY – Genevieve R. Burnett, 94, died Saturday, Jan. 1, in Findlay.
She was born April 12, 1910 in Van Wert, the daughter of Elmer O. and Addie (Potter) Riffle. On Sept. 1, 1938, she married Walter W. Burnett, who preceded her in death in 1975. She graduated from International Business College in Fort Wayne. She worked as a secretary at Donnell Junior High School and as financial secretary at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church. She was a long time member of St. Andrews, Martha Circle and the Wesley Sunday School class. She especially enjoyed the fellowship of those groups and of the various bridge groups with whom she played in recent years.
The family wishes to recognize the staff at Taylor House for the care and attention given to Genevieve during her residence there and also to Bridge Home Health and Hospice for the care she received in recent weeks.
She is survived by her two beloved sons, Robert of Farmington, Conn. and David of Grand Ledge, Mich.; grandchildren, Angela and Stephanie, both of Washington, D.C., Amanda, Tracy, Robert, and Travis of Michigan; and a great-granddaughter, Anna Rose.
Also preceding her in death were two sisters, Leah Riffle and Pauline Eaton Otey.
Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 4, at the Kirkpatrick-Behnke Funeral Home. Burial was in the Maple Grove Cemetery.
Memorials in lieu of flowers may be sent to St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church, 120 West Sandusky, Findlay, Ohio, 45840.

EDWIN GERMANN
1935-2004
OAKWOOD — Edwin A. Germann, 69, of Oakwood, died at 1:50 a.m. Friday, Dec. 31, at his residence.
He was born Feb. 10, 1935, in Van Wert, the son of Frederick and Mildred Germann. On Nov. 21, 1954, he married Marguerite Burcaw, who survives. He retired from B.F. Goodrich in 1996, following 36 years of service, and was a retired farmer. He was a member of the St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Paulding, and the men’s club of the church. He was also a member of U.S.W.A. Local #715, Flat Rock Creek Gas/Steam Engine Association, Big Boys Toys Car Club, and the F.O.E. #2556 of Hicksville.
Also surviving are a daughter, Debra (Doug) Hawkey of Hicksville; a son, Dean (Cheryl) Germann of Oakwood; four brothers, Al (Carol) Germann and Herman (Mary) Germann, both of Convoy, Gerald (Dorothy) Germann of Scott, and Clifford (Teresa) Germann of Wren; three sisters, Hannah (Jim) Jerome of Phoenix, Lora (Larry) Brothers of Zanesville, Ind., and Donna (Rev. Herbert) Gerken of Fort Wayne; and two grandchildren, Jason Germann of Continental and Angela Hawkey of Hicksville.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a grandson, D.J. Hawkey.
Services were held Tuesday Jan. 4, at the St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Paulding, with the Rev. Mary Beth Smith-Webb officiating. Burial was in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Hospice of Defiance County or St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church.

NED BECK
1929-2005
HICKSVILLE — Ned Beck, 75, of Hicksville died Sunday, Jan. 2, at his residence.
He was born July 4, 1929, in Paulding, the son of Harry and Runetta (Gorman) Beck. He was a 1947 graduate of Hicksville High School. On Aug. 25, 1951, he married Eloise Voght, who survives in Hicksville. He was the owner of Beck’s Bakery from 1957-1967. He retired from the Paulding School system’s maintenance and custodial department. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Also surviving are two sons, Stephen (Lori) of Carmel, Ind. and Joseph (Keri) of Alpharetta, Ga.; six grandchildren, Andrew, Travis, Aubrey, Samuel, Sarah and Jordan; and two great-grandchildren, Alexandra and Brianna.
He was preceded in death by six brothers, Earl, Darl, Virgil, Bob, Kenny and Raymond.
Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. today, Jan. 5, at Brown Funeral Home in Hicksville. Burial will be in the Six Corners Cemetery with Clarence Zimmerman officiating.
Preferred memorials are to the Crippled Children and Adult Society.

LEC BUEHLER
PAULDING – Leslie R. “Lec” Buehler, 77, died Monday, Jan. 10. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn. Arrangements are pending at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding.

CARL CARIS
1915-2004
GROVER HILL — Carl F. “Cy” Caris, 89, went to be with the Lord at 2:05 p.m. Friday, Dec. 31, at Van Crest Healthcare Center in Van Wert, where he had been a resident for two days.
He was born Sept. 15, 1915, in rural Haviland, the son of Clark and Ella (Glaze) Caris. On Sept. 28, 1940, he married Catharine Caris, who survives. He retired from the former Continental Can Corp. in Van Wert, following 36 years of service. He was affiliated with the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church of Grover Hill and had attended the former Bethel Methodist Church in Grover Hill. He had worked on the construction of Baer Field Airport in Fort Wayne and was the owner of the former Grover Hill Restaurant. He enjoyed lawn care and was an avid sports fan.
Also surviving are two sons, James (Kay) Caris and Terry Caris, both of Paulding; five grandchildren, Karen Caris of Paulding, Sharon (David) Arens of Sherwood, Bruce (Cheryl) Caris of Sherwood, James (Angie) Caris and Brian (Susan) Caris, all of Fort Wayne; and two great-grandchildren, Madison and Bailey Caris; a sister, Elizabeth Hammond of Van Wert; and a brother-in-law, Furl Sanderson of Van Wert. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
Preceding him in death were two sisters, Esther Dunlap and Dola Sanderson; and three brothers, Joel, Virgil and Dana Caris.
Services were held Jan. 5, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. Paul Miller officiating. Burial was in the Middle Creek Cemetery in Grover Hill.
Preferred memorials are to the Paulding Area Visiting Nurses, Grover Hill EMS, Mt. Zion United Methodist Church or the donor’s choice.
The preceding is being reprinted due to errors in information from the funeral home.

ZEB
DeLONG
1925-2005
ANTWERP — Zeb DeLong, 79, of Antwerp, passed away peacefully at 3:03 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 6 at Community Memorial Hospital in Hicksville.
He was born July 12, 1925, in Edon, the son of Arthur C. and Hazel (Marlin) DeLong. On Nov. 13, 1948, he married Janet C. (Friend) DeLong, who survives. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, worked as a supervisor at Phelps Dodge in Fort Wayne, and was a member of the Antwerp VFW Post 5087 and the Antwerp American Legion Post #253.
He will be sadly missed by his wife; two daughters, Lana Peters and Gina Phlipot, both of Antwerp; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by three brothers, Cletus, Glenn and Carl DeLong; and a sister, Viola Gorrell.
Services were held Saturday, Jan. 8, at Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp, with the Rev. Jim Edwards officiating. He was laid to rest at the Maumee Cemetery in Antwerp with military honors.
Preferred memorials are to the donor’s choice.
You may send on-line condolences to www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

MARTA DUNDERMAN
1961-2005
DEFIANCE — Marta Jan Dunderman, 43, of Defiance, died Saturday, Jan. 1, 2005. Dooley Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

HELEN ENGLISH
1920-2005
MELROSE — Helen O. English died at 2:45 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4, at the Paulding County Hospital.
She was born Oct. 8, 1920, in Dupont, the daughter of Henry and Ila (Coble) Ladd. She was a homemaker.
Surviving are a son, Rick (Margaret) English of Paulding; two daughters, Anna Liffick of Paulding and Betty English of Defiance; a brother, Paul Ladd of Grover Hill; 16 grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her husband, Riley English; and two sons, Richard and Ray English.
Services were held Saturday, Jan. 8, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. Bob Parker officiating. Burial was in the Prairie Chapel Cemetery in Oakwood.
Preferred memorials are to the Helen O. English family.

NELLIE GREER
1910-2005
PAULDING — Nellie V. Greer, 94, died Friday, Jan. 7 at the Convoy Care Center in Convoy, Ohio.
She was born Feb. 18, 1910. The Allen County, Ind. native had resided in Paulding for the past 50 years. She retired from Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, following 15 years of service.
Surviving are cousins, Jeannette Lortie, Mary Jane Reuille, Sharon Savieo, James Hake, and Nancy and Russ Leach; and good friends, Jo and Monte Hoover, Patricia Bryan and Sonia Peeper.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Greer.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, Jan. 11, at E. Harper and Son Funeral Home in New Haven. Burial was in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in New Haven.
Preferred memorials are to the First Presbyterian Church in Paulding or to the John Paulding Historical Society.

SAMUEL STORK SR.
1933-2005
COLUMBIA, Tenn. — Samuel G. Stork Sr., 71, of Columbia, Tenn. died Sunday, Jan. 9.
Mast-Mock-Hoffman are in charge of the arrangements.

STEVEN ADAMS
1966-2005
DEFIANCE — Steven L. Miller, 38, of Defiance, died at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, at the Defiance Regional Medical Center, from injuries sustained in a car crash.
He was born born Oct. 21, 1966, in Marshall, Mich., the son of Jim and Janice (Ray) Adams. On May 9, 1992, he married Lisa Townley, who survives. He had been employed at Defiance Metal Products for six years as a tool and die coordinator. He coached Little League baseball, football, basketball, YMCA soccer, and was assistant den leader for WEBELOS II Cub Scout Pack 75.
Also surviving are two sons, Kyle and A.J. Adams, both at home; his parents, Jim and Sue Adams of Defiance and Leon and Janice Walters of Sidney, Ky.; three brothers, Mike of Middletown, Ohio and Brian and Bob Adams, both of Defiance; a stepsister, Sandi (Brian) Kirkendall of Napoleon; and three stepbrothers, Mike (Catrina) Schramm of McClure, Joseph Walters of Sidney, Ky., and Eric Walters of Rogersville, Tenn.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Myron James Adams.
Services were held Saturday, Jan. 15, at Mast-Mock-Hoffman Funeral Home in Defiance, with the Rev. Keith Hunsinger officiating. Burial was in the Riverside Cemetery in Defiance.
Preferred memorials are to the family.

LEC
BUEHLER
1927-2005
PAULDING — Leslie R. “Lec” Buehler, 77, of Paulding, died at 12:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10, at the Laurels of Defiance in Defiance.
He was born Aug. 7, 1927, in Haviland, the son of Alfred and Bertha (Haefli) Buehler. On Sept. 19, 1948, he married Marilyn J. Moore, who survives in Paulding. He was a veteran of the Coast Guard and was employed by the Lafarge Cement Co., retiring in 1989, following 23 years of service. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Paulding and a life member of the VFW Post #587.
Also surviving are a daughter, Laurel (Doff) Procter of Tuscaloosa, Ala.; a sister, Clare Lanz of Payne; a son-in-law, John Joyce of Bryan; three granddaughters, Leslie, Christina and Jessica Procter, all of Tuscaloosa; a stepgrandson, Scott Joyce of Dallas; a step granddaughter, Kyra King of Colony, Texas; and a great-stepgrandson, Johnathon King, also of Dallas.
Preceding him in death were a daughter, Holly Joyce; two brothers, Charles and Edward; and a sister, Esther Stoller.
Services were held Friday, Jan. 14, at the First Christian Church in Paulding with the Rev. David Carr officiating. Burial was in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Paulding County, with military graveside services. DenHerder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the First Christian Church in Paulding.

ANGELA GLANDER
1945-2005
EDGERTON, Ohio — Angela L. Glander, 59, of Edgerton, Ohio, died Sunday, Jan. 16 at her residence following a lengthy illness.
She was born July 23, 1945, in Hicksville, the daughter of William and Lula (Slaughter) Miller. On July 12, 1997, she married Greg Glander, who survives.
Also surviving are two daughters, Michelle (Blace) Glander of Edgerton and Sheila Abreu of Palm Arbor, Fla.; a stepson, Greg Glander Jr. of Grover Hill; a stepdaughter, Lisa (Mitchell) Maroney of Grover Hill; two grandchildren, Michael Sebastian of Edgerton and Joseph Prince of Edon; two stepgrandchildren, Bailey and Corbin Maroney of Grover Hill; her stepmother, Phillis Miller of Bryan; three brothers, Bill (Lynn) Miller of Edon, Dennis “Dink” (Sue) Miller of Montpelier and Toby Miller of Bryan; and four sisters, Bobbie Miller and Wardena (William) Johnson, both of Bryan, Vernetta (Delbert) Backus of Columbus and Phillis (Joe) Daughtery of Texas.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Services will be held at 7 p.m. today, Jan. 19, at the Oberlin-Ford Funeral Home in Bryan with Pastor Mark Holbrook officiating. Burial will be at a later date.
Visitation from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. today.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the hospice program of Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers.
Condolences may be sent via email to the family or the on-line guest book may be signed at www.oberlin-ford.com.

CHARLES HOFACKER
1927-2005
CECIL — Charles Junior Hofacker, 77, died Wednesday, Jan. 1, in Thornton, Colo.
He was born May 23, 1927, in Broughton, the son of Charles E. and Iva (Taylor) Hofacker. On June 25, 1949, he married Betty Jane Ringger, who survives. He was employed as a maintenance man for the former Grizzly Corporation of Paulding for 33 years and was also engaged in farming. He was an active member of the United Auto Workers labor union, serving as local president for a number of years. He also was an active member of the Rose Hill Church of God for 47 years.
Also surviving are a daughter, Mary (Rev. Sam) Dunbar of St. Louis, Mich.; three sons, Eugene of Wellington, Colo., Dennis (Lori Lyons) of Thornton, Colo. and Ronald of Defiance; three grandchildren, Nathan, Jenny and Ben Dunbar; five brothers, Royal (Janet) of Defiance, Luther (Delores) of Napoleon, Gerald (Shari) of Bluffton, Ohio, Bill (Vi) of Scott, Ohio, and Ray (Nancy) Hofacker of Van Wert; and three sisters, Helen (Ed) Yeutter of Defiance, Betty (Bill) Bumbalough of Fruitland Park, Fla. and Ilo (Lloyd) Marvin of Van Wert.
Preceding him in death were two sisters, Rebecca Miracle and Tabitna Burt; and a daughter-in-law, Karen Hofacker.
Services were held Friday, Jan. 7, at the Rose Hill Church of God, Paulding, with Pastor Tim Hauenstein and Pastor Sam Dunbar officiating. Burial was in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Rose Hill Church of God.

MAX
JOHNSTON SR.
1938-2005
CECIL — Max L. Johnston Sr., 66, of Cecil, died Friday, Jan. 14. Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp was in charge of the arrangements.

GENEVA PHIPPS
1932-2005
NEW BAVARIA — Geneva “Nebo” Phipps, 72, of New Bavaria, died at 8:12 p.m. Friday, Jan. 14, at the Toledo Hospital.
She was born Sept. 11, 1932, in Rockhouse, Ky., the daughter of Paul and Vallie (Rowe) Cantrell. On May 11, 1948, she married Raymond Phipps, who survives in New Bavaria. She was retired from the Campbell’s Soup Company in Napoleon, following over 30 years of service. She was a member of the Pleasant View Baptist Church in Junction and a member of the Continental Eastern Star Chapter 129.
Also surviving are three sons, Steve (Rachel) Phipps of Holgate, and Jim (Guavana) Phipps and Dana Phipps, both of Defiance; five daughters, Barbara (Delbert) Densmore of Defiance, Theresa Phipps of New Bavaria, and Rhonda (Doug) Rau, Vaughnda (Darin) Prowant and Diane (Les) Bok, all of Continental; one brother, Kenneth Cantrell of Defiance; two sisters, Alda McCurry of Peyton Creek, Ky. and Sharon Ramey of Rockhouse, Ky.; 18 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Patsy Phipps; a brother, Charles Cantrell; and two sisters, Juanita Coleman and Ann Branham.
Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 18, at the Second Baptist Church in Defiance, with Pastor Max Begley and the Rev. Terry Brock officiating. A special service was held Jan. 17 by the Continental Eastern Star. Burial was in Myers Cemetery in Highland Township. Heitmeyer Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Highland Township Fire Department or the Second Baptist Church.

JERRY
WILLIAMSON
1948-2005
PAULDING — Jerry S. Williamson, 56, of Paulding, died at 7:13 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15 at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.
He was born Sept. 21, 1948, in Fort Wayne, the son of Clyde and Marie (Barfield) Neal Williamson. He served in the U.S. Army. On April 15, 1972, he married Connie Craig, who survives in Paulding. He retired from GM Powertrain following many years of service. He was a member of the Paulding VFW Post 587 and the Fraternal Order of Eagles, and enjoyed playing golf and pool.
Also surviving are four daughters, Patsy Williamson, Beth Matthews and Terry Hunt, all of Paulding, and Brenda Ross of Cecil; a sister, Cindy Bennett of Paulding; a brother, Jim Williamson of Green Up, Ky.; and six grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Kate; and two brothers, Pert and Steve.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, at Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp, with the Rev. Melvina Baxter officiating. He will be laid to rest at Paulding Memorial Cemetery in Paulding.
Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today, Jan. 19, with an Eagles service at 7 p.m. Visitation also will be held one hour prior to services at Dooley Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be sent to www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

DOROTHY ADAMS
1912-2005
VAN WERT — Dorothy A. Adams, 92, of Van Wert, died Tuesday, Jan. 18. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

BETTY BEVERLY
1932-2005
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — Betty Jean Beverly, 72, died at 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, at Good Shepherd Hospice Center in Auburndale, Fla.
She was born May 21, 1932, in Paulding County, the daughter of James and Leona (Brown) Pryor. On Oct. 20, 1973, she married William R. Beverly, who survives. She retired from Paulding-Putnam Electric Co-op in 1993, following 31 years of service. She was a member of the VFW Post 578 Women’s Auxiliary.
Also surviving are five sons, Kevin (Cathy) Eitniear of Oakwood, Rick (Rosanna) Eitniear of Las Vegas, Bill Beverly of Tampa, Fla., Dean Beverly of Sturgis, Mich., and Jim Beverly of Brooksville, Fla.; a sister, Yvonne Jackson of Lake Alfred, Fla.; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her parents; and a brother, Harold Pryor.
Services were held Saturday, Jan. 22, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. Stan Harmon officiating. Burial was in the St. Paul Cemetery, Paulding.
Preferred memorials are to the Hospice of Auburndale, Fla. or to Gideon’s International.

MATTHEW EDDY
1982-2005
NEW ALBANY, Ohio — Matthew L. Eddy, 22, of New Albany, formerly of Grover Hill, died Friday, Jan. 21, in Logan, Ohio.
He was born March 3, 1982, in Van Wert, the son of Mark W. and Karen M. (Bauer) Eddy of Grover Hill, who survive. He was a 2000 graduate of Wayne Trace High School and a 2004 graduate of Ohio State University. He was the office administrator for Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow in Columbus. He attended the North Baptist Church in Columbus.
Also surviving are two brothers, Benjamin Eddy and Aaron Eddy, both of Grover Hill; his maternal grandfather and stepgrandmother, Arthur and Jeannie Bauer of Van Wert; paternal grandparents, Lloyd and Lois Eddy of Grover Hill; and aunts and uncles, Bruce (Pamela) Bauer, Beth (Scott) Wilson, Kent (Pam) Eddy, Marcia (John) Laukhuf, and David Eddy.
He was preceded in death by a grandmother, Gloria Bauer; and an uncle, Robert Eddy.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. today, Jan. 26, at the Mt. Pleasant Church in Van Wert County, with the Rev. Phil Mercer officiating. Burial will be in the Middle Creek Cemetery, Grover Hill. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home in Van Wert is handling the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Mt. Pleasant Church.

LUCILLE KEEZER
1938-2005
DEFIANCE – Lucille A. Keezer, 66, of Defiance, died at 3:40 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, at her residence.
She was born Feb. 24, 1938, in Defiance County, the daughter of William Fred and Mazie (Kern) Theis. On Oct. 30, 1954, she married Rex Keezer, who preceded her in death Nov. 16, 2002. She was employed at the former Zeller Corporation in Defiance, retiring in 1995, following 32 years of service.
Surviving are three sons, Jerry Keezer of Junction, Dennis Keezer of Defiance, and Paul (Angie) Keezer of Antwerp; three daughters, Nancy Keezer of Antwerp, Judy (Sammie) Jones of Cecil, and Marie (Mark) Coressel of Defiance; a brother, Roger Theis of Cecil; four sisters, Marjorie Singer of Oakwood, Patsy Palmer of Hodges, Ala., Dorothy (Dean) Reed of Paulding, and Valera (Richard) Beair of Lima; 17 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were her parents; three brothers, Orville, Kenneth and Arnold Theis; and a granddaughter, Amy Keezer.
Services were held Monday, Jan. 24, at the Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Robert Merriman officiating. Burial was in Sherman Cemetery in Oakwood.
Preferred memorials are to the Paulding County Area Visiting Nurses/Hospice.

DORITA LYNCH
1937-2005
TUCSON, Ariz. — Dorita Lynch, 67, of Tucson, died Jan. 20. Smith & Brown Funeral Home in Hicksville was in charge of the arrangements.

CHARLES
PEPPER
1926-2005
PAULDING — Charles J. Pepper, 78, of Paulding, died at 9:10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 21, at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born July 18, 1926, in Paducah, Texas, the son of Glen and Laura (Johnson) Pepper. On Oct. 7, 1951, he married Wilma D. Morris, who survives in Paulding. He was employed as a foreman by Lafarge of Paulding, retiring in 1988, following 35 years of service. He was a WWII U.S. Army Air Force veteran, a member of the Paulding United Methodist Church and the Masonic Lodge of Sherwood.
Also surviving are a daughter, Mary (Michael) Hohenberger of Paulding; three sons, Robert Pepper and Richard (Elizabeth) Pepper, both of Paulding, and James Pepper of Indianapolis; a brother, Claude (Jane) Pepper of Big Rapids, Mich.; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by an infant son, Michael Pepper; and an infant sister.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, at DenHerder Funeral Home, with the Rev. Jack Berry officiating.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding.
Memorials may be made to the Paulding County Hospital Foundation.

GEORGE SLADE
1936-2005
PAYNE — George W. Slade, 68, of Payne, died at 2:40 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, at Paulding County Hospital.
He was born Sept. 22, 1936, in Cincinnati, the son of George and Sylvia (Wilson) Slade. On Dec. 22, 1962, he married Dorothy Alice Wittes, who survives in Payne. He attended the Miami University at Oxford, Ohio, and attended the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science.
He was the owner-operator of Slade Funeral Home Inc. in Payne for 32 years, retiring in 2004, and Slade Ambulance Service from 1962-1972, and was responsible for the development of the Payne EMS. He was a U.S. Army veteran, a member of the St. Jacob United Church of Christ in Payne, Ohio Funeral Directors Association, National Funeral Directors Association, Paulding County Hospital Board, chairman of the Paulding County Board of Elections from 1984-2004, American Legion Post 297, where he was a past commander, Paulding VFW Post 587, and the AMVETS Post 72 in Payne. He belonged to the Flat Rock Masonic Lodge 580, where he was a past master, a former member of the city council of Payne, and a member of Payne Fire Department and Payne EMS.
Also surviving are two sons, Kenneth (Angie) Slade of Payne and Robert Slade of Ossian, Ind.; a daughter, Kayla (Craig) Miller of Grover Hill; and four grandchildren, Luke, Reid and Elise Miller of Grover Hill, and Korbin Slade of Payne.
Services were held Friday, Jan. 21, at the St. Jacob United Church of Christ in Payne, with Pastor Jim Langham and Pastor Joe Allen officiating. Burial was in Lehman Cemetery in Payne, where American Legion Post 297 conducted military graveside services.
The family requests in lieu of flowers that memorial contributions be made to the Payne EMS or the American Legion Post 297, or to the Buckeye Boys and Girls Fund.

BETTY STEINER
1925-2005
DECATUR, Ind. — Betty J. Steiner, 79, of Decatur, died at 4:45 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, at her residence, following an extended illness.
She was born May 17, 1925, in Antwerp, the daughter of Frank and Madonna (McCurdy) Wilson. On June 26, 1948, she married DeWayne Steiner, who survives in Decatur. She was a longtime active member of the Decatur Church of God, where she taught Sunday School for 48 years, and was the greeting coordinator for many years. She was secretary of the Decatur Church of God in the 1950s to 1960s. She was also a secretary at Blue Flame Gas, prior to owning and operating Country Craft and Gift for 30 years. She has been retired for the past two years.
Also surviving are a son, Jerry L. Steiner of Decatur; a daughter, Terri S. Harrison of Long Island, N.Y.; a sister, Ruth Deventer of Antwerp; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. today, Jan. 26, at the Decatur Church of God, with Dr. Robert Brink and Pastor Sandy Hildebrand officiating. Burial will be in the Decatur Cemetery. Zwick and Jahn Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Children’s Ministry at the Decatur Church of God.
To sign the online guest book visit www.zwickjahn.com.

MARY WALDRON
1931-2005
HICKSVILLE — Mary L. Waldron, 73, died Wednesday, Jan. 19, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne.
She was born Oct. 5, 1931, in Scott, the daughter of George Henry and Ella Mae (Moyer) Stuttler. She graduated from Paulding High School in 1950. On Oct. 7, 1950, she married Merle Waldron Sr., who preceded her in death in 2002. She was a lifelong homemaker.
Surviving are six daughters, Sandra Dove, Pamela Fraley, Debra (James) Mellon and Roxanna (Todd) Snyder, all of Hicksville, Barbara (Gordon) Smith of Spencerville, Ind. and Patricia (Douglas) Wyse of Archbold; two sons, Michael Waldron and Merle (Barbara) Waldron Jr. of Hicksville; 14 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren: two stepgrandchildren; two sisters, Joyce Kimmel of Scott and Annette Huffine of Van Wert; a half-sister, Bonnie Harmon of Bryan; and three half-brothers, Arthur Yochum of Hicksville, Frank Yochum of Defiance and Ernest Yochum.
Also preceding her in death were a sister, Ida Yoh; two brothers, Henry George Stuttler and Raymond Joel Stuttler; and two great-grandchildren.
Services were held Saturday, Jan. 22, at Smith & Brown Funeral Home in Hicksville with Pastor Robert Knapp officiating. Burial was in the Bethel Cemetery.
Preferred memorials are to the family.

VIRGINIA ZUMBERGE
1924-2005
CELINA — Virginia Loree Zumberge, 80, of Celina, died Thursday, Jan. 20. W.H. Dick and Sons of Celina was in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES CRAMPTON
1927-2005
HOLGATE — James Junior Crampton, 77, of Holgate, died Tuesday, Jan. 25. Snyder Funeral Home, Holgate, was in charge of the arrangements.

WALTER
MONROE
1946-2005
PAULDING — Walter Eugene Monroe, 58, died at 2:10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 31, at Paulding County Hospital.
He was born Sept. 11, 1946, in Paulding County, the son of James D. and Mary Lou (Bradford) Monroe. On Dec. 12, 1976, he married Cathleen Y. Hartwig, who survives. He was a member of the Ohio National Guard, and was employed by Uniroyal-Goodrich in Woodburn, retiring in 1998.
Also surviving are two brothers, James “Buck” Monroe and Albert (Mary) Monroe, both of Paulding; four sisters, Iva Mae “Ivy” Garver, Almalee (Danny) Riggenbach and Kathryn Pauline (Russell) Parrish, all of Paulding, and Wilma (James) Ashcraft, Fort Wayne; and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and an infant brother, Jerry.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, at Paulding Church of the Nazarene. Burial will be in Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne.
Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. today, Feb. 2, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

MITCHEL NELSON
1971-2005
BRYAN – Mitchel E. Nelson, 33 years, of Bryan, and a former lifelong resident of Paulding, died Saturday, Jan. 29, at Lima Memorial Hospital.
He was born on Nov. 29, 1971, in Paulding, the son of Hubert E. and Joyce M. (Fleming) Nelson. He was a painter, working for Steve Reiff Painting in Antwerp and also Kincaid Painting in Oakwood. He was a recent graduate of Michiana College, Fort Wayne, with a degree in computer programing.
Surviving are his mother, Joyce M. Nelson, of Cecil; his companion, Bill Beber of Bryan; a half-brother, Marty Speiser of Sherwood; a half-sister, Michelle Johnson of Springfield; and his four faithful dogs, Tinker, Patches, Abby and Missy.
He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. today, Feb. 2, in the Krill Funeral Home in Bryan with Father Charles Ritter officiating. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. today, and continue until services begin.
Memorials in the name of Mitchel E. Nelson may be given to the charity of the donor’s choice.
You may sign Mitch’s guest book and send condolences to the family at www.krillfuneralservice.com.

NAOMI RAU
1932-2005
GREENVILLE, Tenn. — Naomi June Williamson Rau, 72, of Greenville, Tenn., died Tuesday, Jan. 25. Heitmeyer Funeral Home in Oakwood was in charge of the arrangements.

JANICE SALTER
1939-2005
FORT WAYNE — Janice A. Salter, 65, died at 3 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 30, at the St. Joseph Medical Center, Fort Wayne.
She was born May 1, 1939, in Paulding County, the daughter of Levi and Viola E. (Scott) Cain Jr. She was an attendant at the Fort Wayne State Hospital, retiring in 2002, after 30 years. She was a member of the Bethlehem Temple Pentecostal Church, Paulding.
She is survived by her father and stepmother, Levi and Elsie Cain Jr., Paulding; a companion, Jerry Chumney, Fort Wayne; four sons, John Bradley, Ronald Bradley, David Bradley and Thomas L. Bradley, all of Fort Wayne; two brothers, Wayne “Boogie” Cain of Fostoria and Douglas Cain, Fort Wayne; three sisters, Leona (Harvey) Brown of Van Wert, Pastor Phylliss Melvina Baxter of Paulding, and Debra (Oliver) Cain of Fort Wayne; 18 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mother; a daughter, Tina Bradley; a brother, Johnnie Cain;, infant great-grandson, Geoffrey Wade; and two sisters, Karen Rowe and Patricia Wells.
Services will be 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 4, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding with Rev. Anthony Jordan and Pastor Phylliss Melvina Baxter officiating. Burial will be in Rochester Cemetery, Cecil.
Visitation will be 10:30 a.m. until time of service on Friday, Feb. 4, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

BOB
STAHL
FORT MYERS, Fla. — John Robert “Bob” Stahl, 77, of Ft. Myers, died Saturday, Jan. 29, 2005.
He was born in Paulding County, the son of John H. and Edythe Stahl. He was a U.S. Navy veteran during WWII, serving aboard the USS Iowa. He was a parts manager for many years and worked for Val Ward Cadillac for 28 years. He was a 50-year member of the American Legion, a member of the Cypress Lake United Methodist Church where he served on the ushering committee, and was an avid golfer.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Helen R.; a daughter, Tina (Larry) Buchanan of Columbus; a son, Jeff (Dawn) Stahl of Ft. Myers, Fla.; three sisters, Ruth (Harold) Williams of Oakwood, Margaret Craft of Grover Hill, and Linda (Loren) Sidle of Van Wert; and seven grandchildren, Matthew and Stephanie Buchanan, and Bobby, Laraine, Daniel, Samuel and Rebekah Stahl.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, William Stahl.
A memorial funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. today, Feb. 2, at the Cypress Lake United Methodist Church in Ft. Myers. Entombment will be in Ft. Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The Ft. Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Memorials may be sent to the Cypress Lake Methodist Church at 8570 Cypress Lake Drive, Ft. Myers, Fla., 33919, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

JAMES BAKER
1929-2005
SCOTT — James O. “Jim” Baker, 75, of Scott, died Tuesday, Feb. 1. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home, Van Wert, was in charge of the arrangements.

RICHARD DUNHAM
1947-2005
ANTWERP — Richard C. “Packy” Dunham, 57, of Antwerp, died at 11:10 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, at the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne.
He was born June 10, 1947, in Paulding County, the son of Harold “Cotton” and Wilma-Belle (Jackson) Dunham. In 1984, he married Mary Alice (Watson) Boesch, who survives. He was employed by the former Zollner Piston Manufacturing, Fort Wayne. Also surviving are a daughter, Annetta Bond, Spencerville, Ind.; seven sons, Richard (Shelley) Dunham of New Haven, James Dunham of Scott, James (Laura) Boesch of Cecil, Thomas Boesch of Antwerp, Christopher Boesch of Fort Wayne, John Boesch of Tiffin and Spencer H. Boesch of South Bend, Ind.; a brother, David Dunham, Schaumburg, Ill.; and nine grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services were held Monday, Feb. 7, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Leland Miller officiating. Burial was in St. Paul Cemetery, Paulding.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

BLAKE JEWELL
2005
GROVER HILL – Blake Erwin James Jewell was stillborn at 2:25 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1 at Paulding County Hospital. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home in Van Wert was in charge of arrangements.

ROLLA STORES
AUBURN, Ind. – Rolla E. Stores, 79, died Monday, Jan. 31, 2005 at DeKalb Memorial Hospital in Auburn.
He was born in Paulding, the son of Rolla J. and Laura H. (Coleman) Stores. A 1949 graduate of Latty High School. He worked for Schamban W. Seals Division for 25 years, retiring in 1987. He was a U.S. Army veteran from 1951-53, serving in Korea and Japan. He was a member of American Legion Post 330 in New Haven, Local 304 WAW-CIO Allied Industries and Indian Village Church of God in Auburn.
Surviving are his wife, Wilma, of Auburn; two sons, Rex and Keith, both of Fort Wayne; a stepson, Steve (Royetta) Wilder of Auburn; three stepdaughters, Lola Fairchild of Auburn, Donna (Vic) Phares of Hudson, Ind., and Roberta (Jim) Willits of LaGrange, Ind.; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his first wife, Margaret, in 1985.
Burial was in Paulding. McComb, Dilgard & Cline Funeral Home in Auburn was in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to American Heart Association or League for the Blind.

VIRGIL TAYLOR
1923-2005
PAULDING — Virgil M. Taylor, 81, of Paulding, died at 10:32 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, in the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne.
He was born May 28, 1923, in Van Wert County, the son of Rollo and Gracie (Miller) Taylor. On Dec. 24, 1943, he married Deloris E. Myers, who preceded him in death on July 9, 1972. On Oct. 14, 1972, he married June L. Sutton, who survives.
He was employed as a heavy equipment operator by Union Quarries in Scott, retiring in 1970, after 25 years. He was a former Union Township trustee, a member of the Scott Council, a Scott marshal, a member of the Scott Fire Department, the Scott Lions Club, Scott United Methodist Church and Van Wert County Republican Committee. He was a former Mason and a member of Flat Rock Masonic Lodge 580, Payne. He formerly was employed at the Scott License Branch, Borden Cheese in Van Wert, Paulding County Highway Department, and was the owner-operator of Taylor Quality Egg Store. He was a self-employed electrical contractor. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Paulding.
Also surviving are a daughter, Jeanne (Brent) Kinkle, Van Wert; seven sons, Randall (Patty) Taylor of Bolivar, Ohio, Richard (Sue) Moore of Payne, Mitchel Moore of Los Angeles, Dennis (Faith) Moore of Noblesville, Ind, Chet (Pam) Moore and Lynn (Karen) Moore, both of Paulding, and Glenn (Amber) Neal, Peoria, Ill; a brother, VonDale (Marjorie) Taylor, Van Wert; three sisters, Lillian (Carl) Saam of Van Wert, and Lois (Wilbur) Williamson, and Betty Routt, both of Cavett; 18 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
He also was preceded in death by two sisters, Mabel Lee and Ethel Tyas; seven brothers, Bill, Clyde, Ben, Jim, Ray, Eugene and Welcome; and two great-grandchildren.
Services were held Saturday, Feb. 5, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. Paul Biery officiating. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Ohio City.
Preferred memorials are to the First Christian Church Building Fund.

ROGER WILLIAMS
1967-2005
ELIDA – Former Paulding resident Roger Harold Williams, 38, died Friday, Feb. 4, at his home.
He was born Jan. 24, 1967 in Lima, the son of Harold R. and Joyce (Henderson) Williams. He was employed by Ford Motor Company in Lima and was a high school basketball sports announcer for WKSD radio, Van Wert, and was a member of the UAW.
Surviving are his mother, of Lima; a brother, Trent Williams of Fort Wayne; a sister, Joy Williams, Lima; and two nieces, Alexandria Quinn of South Point, Ohio, and Anykia Williams, Lima.
He was preceded in death by his father in 1999.
Services will be held at noon Friday, Feb. 11 at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding. Burial will be in Paulding Memorial Cemetery, where VFW military services will be conducted.
Visitation will be from 2:30-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10 at the funeral home.
Donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

SSgt. ZACHARY
WOBLER
1980-2005
OTTAWA – Staff Sergeant Zachary Ryan Wobler, 24, died Sunday, Feb. 6, as a result of wounds suffered during a firefight with insurgents in Mosul, Iraq.
He was born May 9, 1980, in Paulding County, the son of Anthony I. and Jeanette Sue (Stoller) Wobler. On April 20, 2000, he married Corissa Thomas, who survives in Parma. He was a staff sergeant with the 82nd Airborne 325th Regiment, 2nd Brigade Army Scout Leader. He was a 1998 graduate of Ottawa Glandorf High School. He was named 2002 82nd Airborne Trooper of the Year, and an Army Corps Trooper of the Year runner-up. He also had Ranger and Delta Force group training.
Also surviving are his father, Tony (Marilyn) Wobler, Leipsic; his mother, Jeanette (Tim) Poston, Gate City, Va.; a daughter, Trinity Wobler, Parma; a brother, Brandon (Elicia) Wobler, Payne; other family members, Chad and Rhonda Pester, Miller City, Ohio, Jason and Jami Pester, Ottawa, Jami Pester, Atlanta, and Jeremy Pester, Lima; grandparents, Roy and Helen (Rhoad) Stoller of Haviland, and Peg and Lawrence Magnuson, Payne; and great-grandmother, Mary Petrozziello, Boston, Mass.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, William Wobler.
Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 14, at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Ottawa, with Father Tom Hemm officiating. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va. at a later date.
Staff Sergeant Zachary Wobler and his family request in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to his daughter, Trinity Wobler’s Education Fund.
Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, and Love Funeral Home, Leipsic, are handling arrangements.

PAUL FEENEY
1915-2005
OAKWOOD — Paul J. Feeney, 90, of Oakwood, died at 3:15 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 13, at the Laurels of Defiance.
He was born Jan. 3, 1915, in Jewell, Ohio, the son of John and Lavilla (Hardy) Feeney. In 1938 he married Erma M. Fitzwater, who preceded him in death in 1989. He was the owner of the Du-Drop-Inn for 19 1/2 years, and was employed as a salesman for Brown’s Bakery for 22 years. He was a member of the Eagles.
Surviving are three daughters, Sharon (Charles) Ott of Melrose, Diana (Robert) Doster of Oakwood, and Judy (James) Kammeyer of Defiance; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; one step great-grandchild; and five great-great-grandchildren.
Also preceding him in death were four brothers, Virgil, Lawrence, Raymond, and William Feeney; seven sisters, Ollie Kimble, Harriet Max, Nellie May Hoover, Estella Feeney, Ethel Little, Servina Wells, and Alta Seiple; and three great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 1 p.m., today, Wednesday, Feb. 16, at the Mast -Mock -Hoffman Funeral Home in Defiance, with the Rev. Michael Brown officiating. Burial was in the Prairie Chapel Cemetery in Paulding County.
Preferred memorials are to the Oakwood EMS or to the donor’s choice.

KATHLEEN HELTON
1932-2005
FORT WAYNE — Kathleen A. Helton, 72, died Monday morning, Feb. 14, at Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana.
She was born Oct. 30, 1932, in Payne, the daughter of Leonard and Agnes (Wurm) Bowers, who both preceded her in death. On June 19, 1954, she married Bruce Helton, who survives in Fort Wayne. She was a graduate of Payne High School and was an executive secretary in the engineering department at International Harvester in Fort Wayne for many years. She was a member of St. Jude’s Catholic Church in Fort Wayne, and a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post #409 of Leo, Ind.
Also surviving are two sons, Bruce (Diane) Helton II of Leo, Ind. and Brent (Cindy) Helton of Connorsville, Ind.; a daughter, Susan (Frederick) Helton-Groce of Indianapolis; and five grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were a brother, Richard Bowers; and a sister, Patty Bissell.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 18, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Payne, with the Rev. G. Allan Fillman officiating. Burial will be in the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery.
Hours of visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17 at Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home in Payne, with a Rosary service at 7:30 p.m.
Preferred memorials are to Hospice of Northeast Indiana.

EDWARD D.
HUDSON
1932-2005
HAMILTON LAKE, Ind. – Eddie Hudson, 72, of Hamilton Lake, Ind., formerly of Antwerp, passed away at 8:10 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7, while in the company of his family, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne.
He was born Nov. 9, 1932 in Antwerp, the son of the late Jack “Bud” Hudson and Helen (Coomer) Keible. In 1952, he married Lois Ann Harp, who passed away in 1954. Eddie then married Shirley L. Mollet on June 2, 1956 at the Payne Nazarene Church. Eddie served his country as a corporal in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954 during the Korean Conflict. He worked at Lafarge in Paulding, attended Hamilton Wesleyan Church and was a member of Antwerp VFW Post 5087 and Antwerp American Legion Post 253.
Eddie will be sadly missed by his wife Shirley Hudson of Hamilton; two sons and daughters-in-law, Steven and Bonnie of Defiance and Scott and Angie of Antwerp; a son-in-law, Jeff Panico of Hicksville; a stepmother, Lois Hudson-Anderson of New Haven; a sister, Sue Baumle of Payne; brothers, Tom Kelble of Fort Wayne, Don and Pud Kelble of Payne; eight grandchildren, Sarah and Jack Hudson, Kori Strubing, Jake and Bobbi Jo Panico, Kristi Schooley and Harley and Jonathon Hudson; and three great-grandchildren, Isaac and Addie Strubing and Kolton Schooley.
He also was preceded in death by a daughter, Sandy Panico; and a sister, Linda Mansfield.
Services were held Friday, Feb. 11 at Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp, with the Rev. David Leitzel officiating. Burial was in Lehman Cemetery, Payne, with military honors.
Preferred memorials are to the Hamilton Fire Department or Hamilton Wesleyan Church.
Condolences may be left at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

NORMAN SCHAEFER
1924-2005
PAYNE — Norman A. Schaefer, 80, died at 10:55 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 10.
He was born Oct. 19, 1924, in Payne, the son of Anthony and Florence (Wetli) Schaefer. On June 15, 1947, he became the beloved husband of Lorraine, who survives. He was a member of the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Payne, and was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving in WW II. He attended St. Joseph College in Rensselaer, Ind. and returned to Payne, where he was engaged in farming for 57 years. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Farm Bureau.
Also surviving are two sons, Vincent (Carol) and Scott (April) both of Payne; two daughters, Michele (Keith) Parr of Columbia City, Ind. and Antonette (Rex) Goeltzenleuchter of Defiance; two brothers, Charles (Christena) Schaefer of Payne and Jacob (Patricia) Schaefer of Texas; two sisters, Rose Ann Glass, of Payne and Geraldine Mullen of Toledo. He is the loving father of Bridget Brown of Payne and 20 exchange students from around the world, adored grandfather of nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
A funeral mass was held Tuesday, Feb. 15 at the St. John the Baptist CatholicChurch in Payne with Father G. Allan Fillman officiating. A Rosary service was held Monday night Feb. 14. Burial was in the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery.
Preferred memorials are to the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Endowment Fund.

PAUL DINGER
1926-2005
PAYNE — Paul D. Dinger, 78, of Payne, died at 5 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, at St. Rita’s Medical Center Lima, where he was a patient.
He was born Nov. 4, 1926, in Paulding County, the son of Charles W. and Leona Mae (Lehman) Dinger. On March 27, 1949 he married Velma M. Zartman, who survives. He was a lifetime farmer, retiring in 1991. He was a 1944 graduate of Payne High School. He was a member of the Payne Church of Christ where he was a former church board member. He was a former member of the board of directors of the Payne Equity Exchange Company.
Also surviving are a daughter, Penny J. (Mark) Minick of Van Wert; two sons, Ted E. (Julie) Dinger of Payne, and William D. Dinger of Fort Wayne; eight grandchildren, Janell and Steve Dinger, Nathan, Lauren and Brandon Dinger, and Joseph, Elise and Noah Minick; and one sister, Nancy (Richard) Kreager of Martin, Ohio.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Herman Dinger.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. today, Feb. 23, at the Payne Church of Christ in Payne with Pastor Joe Allen and Pastor Rich Phelan officiating. Burial will be in Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne. Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Visitation will be today one hour prior to services at the church.
Preferred memorials are to the Payne Church of Christ or the Van Wert County Hospital.

MARY LOUISE
GRINDSTAFF
1929-2005
PAYNE — Mary Louise Grindstaff, 75, died at 7:05 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, at Dallas Lamb Foundation, Payne.
She was born May 18, 1929, in Paulding, the daughter of Arthur and Elsie (Hart) Harrow. On April 25, 1948, she married O. Fred Grindstaff, who survives in Paulding. She was a retired meat clerk at Oakwood IGA and was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary, Paulding, and Rose Hill Church of God, Charloe.
Also surviving are three sons, Paul (Cathy) Grindstaff of Redding, Calif., John Grindstaff of Oakwood and Alan Grindstaff, Paulding; three daughters, Susan (Dale) Law of Columbia City, Ind., Deborah (John) Kesler of Oakwood, and Barbara (Wayne) Lee of Paulding; 21 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; a brother, James Harrow, Paulding; four sisters, Viola Dobbelaere of Oakwood, Pauline Hale and Marjorie Howell of Paulding, and Joan Pease of Latty.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Richard Harrow; and a grandson, Dustin Grindstaff.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. today, Feb. 23, at Rose Hill Church of God with the Rev. Tim Havenstein officiating. Burial will be in Sherman Cemetery. Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Oakwood, is in charge of the arrangements.
Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. today at the church.
Preferred memorials are to Dallas Lamb Foundation or Rose Hill Church of God.

VERNA BUCHANAN HUTTON
1908-2005 SEBRING, OHIO — Verna Buchanan Hutton, 96, of Sebring, Ohio, formerly of Wintersville, Ohio, died Monday, Feb. 21, at the Crandall Medical Center.
She was born July 6, 1908, in Continental, the daughter of Ira William and Iva Mae Spitsnaugle Gillespie. Verna and her late husband, O.W. Buchanan resided in Paulding from 1928-1951. He had served as superintendent of schools. She had retired as a nursing supervisor from the Paulding County Hospital and the former Ohio Valley Hospital. She was a member of the Wintersville United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Hope Circle, and former worthy matron of O.E.S. Corona Chapter, and was a Jefferson County Red Cross Bloodmobile volunteer. In 1950, she was named “Good Neighbor” in Paulding County and in 1981 was named the Wintersville United Methodist Woman of the Year.
Surviving are two sons, Rev. John I.E. (Kathryn) Buchanan of North Canton and David (Nancy Jean) Buchanan of Bloomingdale; a daughter, Nancy E. (Rev. Lawrence) Thomas of Findlay; a step son, David B. (Elaine) Hutton of Bloomingdale,; a step daughter, Rebecca D. (John) Hawkins of La.; eight grandchildren; six step grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 11 step great grandchildren; and a sister, Lois Shumake of Conneaut, Ohio.
She was preceded in death by her husband, O.W. Buchanan in 1970; her second husband, G. Donald Hutton in 1995; three grandchildren, Cynthia Jean Buchanan, Jeffery William Buchanan, and David Neil Buchanan; two brothers, Forest and Ivan Gillespie; and two sisters, Faye Holmes and Louise Preston.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 25 at the Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home in Wintersville, with the Rev. Clint Quillen officiating.
Hours of visitation will be from 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 24 and one hour prior to services at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home in Wintersville.
Burial will be in the Fort Steuben Burial Estates. Preferred memorials are to the O.W. Buchanan Junior High School Library or to the Wintersville U.M. Church Memorial Fund. Online condolences may be sent to www.shorac.com.

ERWIN KILPATRICK
1930-2005 DAYTON — W. Erwin Kilpatrick, 74, died Saturday, Feb. 12, at the Charlotte Regional Medical Center, Punta Gorda, Fla.
He was born March 13, 1930, in Payne, the son of Glen and Helen (Ruger) Kilpatrick. In 1955, he married Marie Hessler, who survives. He was a retired common pleas judge for Montgomery County, Ohio, and a former municipal judge for the city of Dayton. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict.
He is survived by his wife, Marie Kilpatrick, Dayton; two sons, Charles Kilpatrick, Huntsville, Ala., and John (Julie) Kilpatrick, Columbus; two brothers, Howard (Shirley) Kilpatrick of Payne, and John (Barbara) Kilpatrick, Spencerville, Ind.; two sisters, Donna Kuhn of Payne and Lois (Richard) Northey, New Haven; and two grandchildren.
Services were held Thursday, Feb. 17, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Payne. Burial was in the church cemetery in Payne. Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home, Payne, was in charge of arrangements. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association.

ROBERT STRICKLIN JR.
1943-2005
PAULDING —Robert L. “Bob” Stricklin Jr., 61, of Paulding, died at 7:20 p.m., Monday, Feb. 14, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born Aug. 24, 1943, in West Virginia, the son of Robert L. and Mary Alice (Powell) Stricklin Sr., who both preceded him in death. On Dec. 15, 1999, he married Shelly R. Cluts, who survives. He was a US Army veteran, serving in the Viet Nam Conflict. He was a member of the Paulding Eagles #2405.
Also surviving are a brother, Danny Stricklin of Largo, Fla.; and three sisters, Mary Palerom, Jo Ann Billienin, and Linda Scalet, all of Florida.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 24, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. Mary Beth Smith Webb officiating.
Preferred memorials may be made to Shelley Stricklin.

BETTY TINLIN
1915-2005
BROUGHTON — Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Tinlin, 89, died at 12:15 p.m. Monday, Feb. 14, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born Aug. 8, 1915, the daughter of Homer and Rose Ellen Shultz. On Dec. 29, 1936, she married Edward Tinlin, who preceded her in death on April 1, 1975. She was a homemaker, attended the former Broughton Methodist Church, and was a member of the WSCS of Broughton.
Surviving are a daughter, Kay (Dennis) Doster; four grandchildren, Jean (George) Porter, Kim Armstron, Dawn (Joey) Meza, and Denny (Kim) Doster; and nine great grandchildren, Michelle (Shane) Sidle, Eric and Ashley Armstrong, Melissa Porter, Logan and Cameron Doster, and Sean, Brandon and Jared Meza.
She also was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Oscar and John; and one grandchild, Gary Allen Doster.
Services were held Friday, Feb. 18, at Den Herder Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Hanson officiating. Burial was in Hedges Cemetery, Broughton.
Preferred memorials are to the Paulding County Hospice.

ROMA WYCKOFF
1925-2005
ANTWERP — Roma June Wyckoff, 79, of Antwerp, passed away at 1:22 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.
She was born Nov. 22, 1925, in Van Wert, the daughter of Artie and Ola (Eller) Neiford. On June 20, 1944, she married Robert “Bob” Wyckoff, who survives. She retired as an inspector at Dana Weatherhead in Antwerp. She was a lifetime member of Antwerp VFW Auxiliary Post 5087 and Payne AMVETS Post 92 and a member of Antwerp American Legion Post 253.
She will be sadly missed by her husband; a daughter, Jackie Van Cleve, Antwerp; a son, John “Benny” Wyckoff, Antwerp; a sister, Marjorie Secaur of Van Wert; four grandchildren, Dan and Darin Rhoad and Kara and Tiffany Wyckoff; two great-grandchildren, Amanda and Darin Rhoad; and a great-great-granddaughter, Kayla.
She was preceded in death by a son, Robin; a sister, Virginia Mattinger; and three brothers, John and Kenneth Neiford and Conrad Matzen.
Services were held Saturday, Feb. 19, at the Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, with the Rev. Jim Edwards officiating. She was laid to rest at Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp. Preferred memorials are to Antwerp VFW Auxiliary Post 5087. Condolences may be left at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

BRENT HELTON
CONNERSVILLE, Ind. – Brent Helton, 47, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005 at Henry County Hospital in New Castle, Ind.
Born in Fort Wayne, he was a supervisor with American Keeper Corp. and previously worked for Ford Visteon for seven years in Connersville, and Seyferts Foods as the night operations manager, with 20 years service. He was a 1975 graduate of Bishop Dwenger High School and Indiana University in 1978 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He was a member of Delta Sigma Phi fraternity and St. Gaberial Catholic Church in Connersville.
Surviving are his wife, Cynthia D. Helton of Connersville; a daughter, Cheryl (Chad) Ryan of Fort Wayne; a son, Robert Helton of Muncie, Ind.; a grandson, Samuel Ryan; his father, Bruce E. Helton Sr. of Fort Wayne; a brother, Bruce E. Helton II of Leo, Ind.; a sister, Susan (Frederick) Helton-Groce of Indianapolis; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Kathleen Helton, on Feb. 14.
Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, Feb. 26 at St. Jude Catholic Church in Fort Wayne. Burial was in the Catholic Cemetery. D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Preferred memorials are to the American Heart Association or Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home

JOHN SINN
1926-2005 OHIO CITY — John R. Sinn, 78, of Ohio City, died Sunday, Feb. 27. Gearhart-Mack and Jurczyk was in charge of the arrangements.

MICHAEL HOGAN
1957-2005 VAN WERT — Michael R. Hogan, 47, Van Wert, died Sunday, Feb. 20. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

SETH QUIGG
2005 TOLEDO – Seth Cameron Quigg, infant son of Joshua Cameron and Andrea (Fry) Quigg of Toledo, died Saturday, Feb. 5 in Toledo Children’s Hospital.
He was born Jan. 30, 2005. Also surviving are a twin brother, Jett Cameron of Toledo; grandparents, Kenneth and Tracy Quigg of Swanton, Robert and Terry Fry of Toledo, and Eugene “Beanie” and Gloria Grimes of Oakwood; great-grandparents, Betty Quigg of Maumee, Larry and Donna Smith of Toledo, Terry and Barb Pettit of Swanton, Gilbert and Colleen Schick of Oakwood, and Edward Sr. and Judy Fry of Continental; and aunts, uncles and cousins.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 5, in Heritage Church of God in Maumee, with the Rev. James J. Fry officiating. Burial will be in Toledo Memorial Park. J. Jeffrey Fretti Funeral Home in Toledo is in charge of arrangements. Preferred memorials are in care of Joshua and Andrea Quigg at Heritage Church of God.

INEZ O’NEAL
1913-2005 PORT CLINTON — Inez M. O’Neal, 91, died at 8:28 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25, at the Riverview Healthcare Campus Oak Harbor, Ohio.
She was born Aug. 13, 1913, in Van Wert County, the daughter of Isaac S. and Mary C. (Bird) Leslie. On March 24, 1956, she married Harvey R. O’Neal, who preceded her in death in 1985. She was a waitress for the VFW in Port Clinton. She is survived by many nieces and nephews.
Also preceding her in death were a brother, James “Pete” Leslie; and five sisters, Bessie Hartwig Smith, Delma Harlock, Carrie Schaffer, Mable Austin and Esther Leslie. Services will be held at 1 p.m. today, March 2, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Joseph Allen officiating. Burial will be in Cooper Cemetery in Paulding. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of funeral. Preferred memorials are to the donor’s choice.

DUANE KLINGLER
1928-2005 PAULDING – Local businessman Duane Klingler, age 76, died Sunday, Feb. 17, at the Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital in Dearborn, Mich.
He was born Aug. 20, 1928 in Paulding, the son of John and Madge Ilene (Morrow) Klingler. In 1955, he married Lulu Belle Sinn, who survives. He was self-employed as a local contractor and developer, including the Klingler Addition in Paulding. He was the owner of Klingler Building and Sales, which included development, sales and rentals of houses, apartments and buildings in the Paulding community. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Briceton. Also surviving are a daughter, Julia (Randall) Hulsmeyer of Waynesfield; two sons, Thomas (Lisa) of Oakwood and Timothy (Jennifer) of Midland, Mich.; grandchildren Jaimee and Jeremy Hulsmeyer and Jason, Karamae, Malerie, Sarah and Joshua Klingler; two sisters, Darlene Slane of Dustin, Okla., and Ladene Osborn of Fort Wayne; one brother, Dwight Klingler of Deming, N.M.; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 3, at St. John Lutheran Church, Briceton, with Pastor Joseph Allen officiating. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Paulding. Paulding VFW Post 587 will conduct graveside military rites. Visitation will be from 3:30-9 p.m. today, March 2, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, and one hour prior to services at the church. Preferred memorials are to the church or to the Lutheran World Relief, 700 Light Street, Baltimore MD, 21230-3850.

FERN BITLER
1920-2005
PAYNE – Fern Elizabeth Bitler, age 84, died Monday morning, Feb. 28, at her residence.
She was born April 25, 1920 in Harrison Township, Paulding County, the daughter of Karl and Ida (Pio) Copenhaver. On Dec. 24, 1941 she married George W. Bitler, who preceded her in death on June 27, 1970. She retired in 1983 from the former Parrot Meat Packing Co. of Fort Wayne, where she worked for 25-1/2 years. She attended St. James Lutheran Church in Payne.
Surviving are a son, Eugene Bitler of Delphos; two daughters, Marsha Kinder of Payne and Charlene Willett of Defiance; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
She also was preceded in death by a grandson, Douglas Allen Bitler; and a granddaughter, Jo Lynne Saxton.
Services were held Friday, March 4 at Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home in Payne, with Pastor Joseph Allen officiating. Burial was in Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

ROSALIE BRINKMAN
1952-2005
FT. JENNINGS – Rosalie Kay Brinkman, 52, Ft. Jennings, died at 8:05 p.m. Saturday, March 5, due to an auto accident. Harter & Schier Funeral Home in Delphos was in charge of arrangements.

RICHARD
BUTYOK
1932-2005
ANTWERP — Richard J. Butyok, 72, of Antwerp, passed away at 8 a.m. Thursday, March 3, at the Community Memorial Hospital in Hicksville.
He was born May 19, 1932, in Carolina, W.Va., the son of Joseph and Kathryn (Gazelli) Butyok. On May 20, 1957, he married Norma F. Cutlip, who survives. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. He received his bachelor’s degree from Fairmont State College in Fairmont, W.Va. and his master’s degree from the University of Toledo. He was a trade industrial supervisor at Vantage Career Center, Antwerp Schools and the Four County Vocational School. He was a member of the Antwerp United Methodist Church and Carpenters Union #232. He enjoyed woodworking and stamp and coin collecting.
He will be sadly missed by his wife; his daughter, Lisa Mortorff, Antwerp; a son, Thomas Butyok, Antwerp; three sisters, Kathleen Johnstone of Winston-Salem, N.C., Maryanne Sanders of Ft. Ashby, W.Va., and Vicky Tassan of Arlington, Va.; a brother, Robert Butyok of Ida May, W.Va.; a granddaughter, Jesse Phipps; and great-grandson, Clayton Phipps.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Geraldine DeVito.
Services were Monday, March 7, held at Dorsey Funeral Home in Shinnston, W.Va. Burial was in the Shinnston Masonic Cemetery. Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp was in charge of the local arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Antwerp United Methodist Church, the First Baptist Church in Antwerp or to the American Heart Association.
Online condolences may be sent to www.dooley funeral home.com.

BETTY
CARNAHAN
1933-2005
OAKWOOD — Betty E. Carnahan, 71, of Oakwood, died Saturday, March 5. Heitmeyer Funeral is handling the arrangements.

JOHN
GAISFORD
1945-2005
PAYNE — John A. Gaisford, 60, of Payne, passed away at 3:10 p.m. Saturday, March 5, at his residence, surrounded by his family.
He was born Feb. 13, 1945, in Antwerp, the son of Leroy and Ethel (Cromley) Gaisford. On Sept. 26, 1975, he married Becky Billmyer, who survives in Payne. He served in the United States Army for 20 years, retiring as a master sergeant. He was also employed by Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in Fort Wayne, for 10 years. He enjoyed computers, engineering and genealogy.
Also surviving are two sons, Troy of San Antonio and Michael of Indianapolis; a daughter, Sharon Cedillo of New Braunfels, Texas; two brothers, Thomas of Payne and Dean of Antwerp; three sisters, Rita Reising of Shertz, Texas, Etta Reece of Port Charlotte, Fla., and Janet Hood of Midwest City, Okla.; and three grandchildren, Kelsie, Chadwick and Maxwell Cedillo.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services were held Tuesday, March 8, at the Payne Church of the Nazarene, with the Rev. Michael Harper officiating. Dooley Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Paulding County Hospice.
Online condolences are encouraged to be left at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

KENNETH HUMMEL
1954-2005
LEASBURG, Mo. – Kenneth R. Hummel, 50, died Thursday, March 3, at home in Leasburg, Mo.
He was born Sept. 9, 1954 in Fort Wayne, the son of Anton J. and Doris M. (Grodrian) Hummel. He was employed by Daimler Chrysler and was a member of Local 110 UAW, The German Shepherd Dog Club of St. Louis, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
Surviving are two sisters, Veronica (John) Landfair and Marceille Hummel; a brother, James (Wilma) Hummel; sister Michelle (Todd) Atkins; five nieces, Lori, Deb, Jan, Kaitlyn and Abigail; six nephews, Gene, Denny, Tim, Jeff, Matt and Nate; a beloved friend, Julia Foster; and great-nieces and nephews, aunt and uncle and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and nieces Cathy and Casey.
Services will be at 1 p.m. today, March 9, at Kutis Funeral Home South County Chapel, St. Louis. Burial will be in Shepherd Hills Cemetery.

BYRON KNERR
1923-2005
VENTURA, Calif. – Payne native Byron “Barney” Knerr, 71, of Ventura, died Feb. 15.

JESSIE STAUFFER
1922-2005
FORT WAYNE — Jessie B. Stauffer, 82, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Woodburn, passed away Friday, March 4, at the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home.
She was born June 15, 1922, in Paulding County near Oakwood. She retired as a librarian from the Woodburn branch of the Allen County Public Library in 1990. She was a member of the Woodburn United Methodist Church.
She is survived by a daughter, Judith (Jack) Evans of Battleground, Ind.; a son, Robert D. (Thea) Stauffer of Auburn, Ind; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; five sisters, Sara English of New Haven, Dorothy Lothamer of Fort Wayne, and Ann Freshwater, Elizabeth Goodenough and Eleanor Fellers, all of Paulding; and one brother, Paul Carnahan of Paulding.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert, in 1997; and three sisters, Evelyn, Alvilda and Laura.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 8, at the Woodburn United Methodist Church. Burial was in the Harlan Memorial Cemetery in Harlan, Ind.
Preferred memorials are to the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne.

CONNIE SULFRIDGE
1956-2005
CONTINENTAL — Connie L. Sulfridge, 48, of Continental, died at 4:04 a.m. Sunday, March 6 at her residence.
She was born Sept. 26, 1956, in Van Wert, the daughter of James and Rowena (Moran) Dills. On Feb. 28, 1976, she married Johnny Sulfridge, who survives in Continental. She was an employee of the Consolidated Biscuit Company and a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Continental. She enjoyed camping and playing with her grandson.
She is also survived by her father, James Dills of Continental; a son, James R. Sulfridge of Continental; a daughter, Lanette (Marc) Wermund of Fort Wayne; one grandchild, Hunter Wermund; and a sister, Beverly (James) Decker of Oakwood.
Preceding her in death was her mother; and a sister, Barbara Dills.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. today, March 9, at Heitmeyer Funeral Home in Continental, with the Rev. Wayne Matthews officiating. Burial will be in the Monroe Cemetery.
Visitation is from 10-11 a.m. today prior to services.
Preferred memorials are to the Sulfridge family.

SHIRLEY HANSEN
1950-2005
TOLEDO – Shirley A. Hansen, 54, of Toledo, died at 12:38 p.m. Sunday, March 6. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, is in charge of arrangements.

ETHEL KIRK
1917-2005
GROVER HILL – Ethel Kirk, 87, of Grover Hill, died at 11:38 a.m. Tuesday, March 8. Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Oakwood, was in charge of arrangements.

MARY BRAND
1914-2005
DEFIANCE — Mary Kathryn Brand, 90, of Defiance, died at 9:50 a.m. Sunday, March 13, at Van Crest Nursing Home in Holgate.
She was born April 18, 1914, in Oakwood, the daughter of George H. and Ida (Shively) Kohn. In 1935, she married Richard Arlo Brand, who preceded her in death in 1986. She had formerly been employed by the Reynolds Spring Co. in Jackson, Mich., the co-owner of Brands Food Center in Oakwood and Brands Jewelers in Brooklyn, Mich., and was also a homemaker. She was a member of the Oakwood United Methodist Church, where she was a Sunday school teacher, a choir member, and a member of the Friendship Sunday school class. She also was a lifetime member of the Defiance County Humane Society.
She is survived by a daughter, Nancy Porter of Defiance; three stepgrandchildren; seven great-stepgrandchildren; five great-great-stepgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Also preceding her in death were three brothers, Earl Homer and Raymond Kohn; and three sisters, Cecil Kohn, Vera Mendel and Jenny Weible.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 17, at Mast-Mock Hoffman Funeral Home in Defiance, with Dr. Todd Anderson and the Rev. Christopher Hintz officiating. Burial will be in the Chapel Cemetery in Paulding County.
Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. today, March 16.
Preferred memorials are to the Defiance County Humane Society.

LESLIE BRANHAM
1916-2005
CLOVERDALE — Leslie Branham, 88, of Cloverdale, died Saturday, March 12. Love Funeral Home in Continental is in charge of the arrangements.

RICHARD CARR
1935-2005
COWETA, Okla. — Richard Lee Carr, 69, of Coweta, Okla., died Monday, March 7, at the St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa.
He was born Oct. 8, 1935, in Hicksville, the son of John T. and Eileen (Kemerer) Carr. He graduated from Paulding High School in 1954. He was married to Virginia Cusack, and later was divorced. In 1969, in Las Vegas, he married Kathleen L. Brown. He came to Coweta in 1983 from Simi Valley, Calif. He worked as a meat cutter for 50 years. He was employed at Food For Less until his retirement in 2002, and was a member of the Food and Commercial Meat Cutters Union.
He is survived by two sons, Richard Lee Carr Jr. and Lynn Thomas Carr; seven daughters, Charlotte Neal, Judith Parrott, Beverly Reyes, Denise Smith, Kelly Peterson, Shelly Johnson and Shannyn Jewell; a brother, David Carr of Antwerp; two sisters, Charlotte Ley and Mary Reis; 28 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were a son, Ryan Carr of Coweta; and a brother, Tom Carr of Paulding.
Services were held Wednesday, March 9, at the Emmanuel Southern Baptist Church with Lynn Carr officiating. Wright Funeral Home in Coweta was in charge of the arrangements.

ROGER
CRISWELL
PAYNE – Roger Criswell, 55, of Payne, died Saturday, March 12, 2005. Berhalter Hutchins Funeral Home in Kendallville, Ind., was in charge of arrangements.

TOMMIE
HAWKEY
1932-2005
PAULDING — Tommie Joe Hawkey, 72, of Paulding, died at 6:18 a.m. Friday, March 11, at the Hawthorn Court Nursing Home in Paulding.
He was born Dec. 7, 1932, in Wapakoneta, the son of Francis and Marie (Burden) Hawkey. On May 13, 1953, he married Phyllis J. Elliott, who survives in Paulding. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving in the Korean Conflict, where he received the Purple Heart. He was a truck driver for the former Schwerman Trucking of Paulding, retiring after 25 years of service. He was a member of the Paulding Church of the Nazarene.
Also surviving are four sons, Gary (Rebecca) of Oakwood, Douglas (Debra) and Randy (Terria), all of Hicksville, and Kelvin (Lynne) Hawkey of Fort Wayne; three daughters, Mary (Charles) Wann of Hicksville, Jo (Steve) Daeger of Pierceton, Ind. and Brenda Tanner of Paulding; a sister, Nancy Staley of Wapakoneta; two brothers, Orville “Fat” Hawkey of St.. Marys and John Huelsmeyer of Celina; 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his parents; a grandson, D.J. Hawkey; two sisters, Althea Goodwin and Dorothy Ritter; and three brothers, Cletus, Merle and Charles Hawkey.
Services were held Tuesday, March 15, at Den Herder Funeral Home with the Rev. Larry Hanson officiating. Burial was in the Rochester Cemetery in Cecil, where the Paulding V.F.W. Post #587 conducted military graveside rites.
Preferred memorials are to the choice of the donor.

BERTRAL HICKS
1917-2005
PAYNE — Bertral Hicks, 87, of Payne, passed away at 12:05 a.m. Friday, March 11, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born April 3, 1917, in Floyd County, Ky., the son of William and MaryAnne (Coburn) Hicks. In 1935, he married Julia Wireman, who preceded him in death in 1990. He retired from Uniroyal Goodrich in Woodburn, had also worked at Permaglass, and as a coal miner. He was a member of the Old Regular Baptist Church of Kendallville, Ind.
He will be sadly missed by two daughters, Donna R. DeVore of Payne and Terrie L. Baumgartner of Indianapolis; five sons, Lacy Dean, Clifton, Carles, and Jacky N. Hicks, all of Payne, and Billy Joe Hicks of Antwerp; a sister, Pearl Fulk of Antwerp; two brothers, Delmar of Portsmouth, Ohio and Garrett of Convoy; 20 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.
He also was preceded in death by a daughter, Bruxie Ann Smalley; a son, Adrain; four sisters, Sylvia Reigns, Trylbia Osborne, Viola Beverly, and Katherine; and a brother, Elmer.
Services were held Monday, March 14, at the First Baptist Church in Antwerp, with the Revs. Larry Dixon, Russell Hicks and Morris Wicker officiating. Burial was in the Lehman Cemetery, Payne. Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Old Regular Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Antwerp, or Paulding County Hospital Home Health Nurses.
Online condolences may be sent to www.dooleyfuneral home.com.

RITA McGRATH
1923-2005
PAULDING — Rita M. McGrath, 82, died Saturday, March 12, at Dallas Lamb Foundation Home in Payne.
She was born Jan. 29, 1923, in Paulding, the daughter of Frank R. and Antoinette R. (Daniel) Strabele. On April 9, 1947, she married Charles J. McGrath, who preceded her in death Feb. 14, 2001. She was a WWII Navy veteran, and in 1984 retired as a nurse in the obstetrical department at Paulding County Hospital. She was a member of the St. Joseph Church and its Altar Rosary Society. She was a life member of the W.I.B.C., a life member of the American Legion Post #341 of Oakwood, a life member of the Eagles Auxiliary #2405, a social member of VFW Post #537, a member of the Paulding County Farm Bureau and served nine years as a 4-H adviser.
Surviving are a son, John (Sharon) McGrath of Paulding; four daughters, Rose Ann (Michael) Bowers, Anita (Troy) Branch and Wendy (Rick) Clemens, all of Paulding, and Darlene (Michael) Herber of Antwerp; a sister, Wilma Fry of Fort Wayne; 17 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by five sisters, Eileen Trutt, Josephine Beck, Beatrice DeLaet, Rosella Price, and an infant sister, Pauline; and a granddaughter, Dawn Smith.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. today, March 16, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulding, with the Rev. G. Allen Fillman officiating. VFW Post 587 will conduct military graveside rites. Burial will be in Live Oak Cemetery in Paulding. Den Derder Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Dallas Lamb Foundation Home Activity Fund or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

CAROLE SPITZER
1930-2005
FORT WAYNE – Former Haviland and Springfield resident Carole K. Spitzer, 75, died at 12:10 a.m. Saturday, March 19 at her home.
She was born Feb. 14, 1930 in Columbus, the daughter of Joseph E. and Thelma (Reed) Katona. She married William Henry Spitzer, who preceded her in death in 1983. She was a former teacher for the Wayne Trace school system, and a member of Country Chapel United Methodist Church, Haviland.
Surviving are a daughter, Sandra Spitzer of Fort Wayne; a brother, Joseph Katona of Dearborn Heights, Mich.; and two grandchildren, Casey Spitzer-Long and Tara Spitzer-Long, both of Fort Wayne.
She also was preceded in death by her parents.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 24, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. Jack Berry officiating. Burial will be in Blue Creek Cemetery, Haviland.
Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. today, March 23, and from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials are to the William Spitzer Scholarship Fund.

DAVID GEBHART
1939-2005
PAYNE – David H. Gebhart, 66, a native of Payne, passed to the loving arms of Jesus at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 15, at Paulding County Hospital.
He was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, Payne. He retired from B.F. Goodrich after 30 years of service. He loved the Lord and his family. He enjoyed NASCAR and loved the Bears and the Cubs, who he never lost hope in.
He is survived by his wife, Katie; three sons, Douglas Gebhart and Nicholas Soblinski of Arizona, and Kenneth (Tana) Williams of Fort Wayne; four daughters, Gina Avila of California, and Patricia Langston, Debra Breeden and Summer Hamilton of Fort Wayne; a sister, Sharon (Jack) Berryhill; two brothers, Bruce and Roger (Dottie) Gebhart, Payne; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and many friends who loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Evelyn and Russel Gebhart.
Services were held Saturday, March 19 at St. Paul United Methodist Church. Burial was in Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne. Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Payne EMS.

KRISTINA KAUFMAN
1978-2005
ANTWERP – Kristina Marie “Krisy” Kaufman, 26, of Antwerp, passed away Monday, March 14 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
She was born Dec. 10, 1978 at Lutheran Hospital, the daughter of Daniel and Ruth (Altic) Kaufman. She graduated from Antwerp High School, attended Defiance College and worked in human resources at Butler Mill Service in Butler, Ind.
Krisy will be sadly missed by her parents, of Antwerp; three sisters, Wendy Kaufman and April Garrett, both of Antwerp, and Tammy Rios of Paulding; and a brother, Scott Kaufman of Antwerp.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, William and Betty Altic and Gilbert and Eva Maxine Kaufman.
Services were held Saturday, March 19, at Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp with the Rev. Max Begley officiating. Burial was in Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp.
Preferred memorials are to the Lupus Foundation of America.
Condolences may be left at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

LUELLA McVAY
1917-2005
OAKWOOD – Luella Dorthea McVay, 87, passed away from this life peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 20.
She was born May 30, 1917, in Putnam County, the daughter of John and Amy (Troyer) Holt. On Oct. 8, 1939, she married Willard R. McVay, who preceded her in death on Feb. 14, 1996. She was a homemaker and active member of the Auglaize Chapel Church of God, Oakwood. She was a wonderful wife, outstanding mother and devoted grandmother. Her life’s passions were raising her daughter and son. She loved life on earth with her family and friends.
Surviving are a daughter, Sharon (Richard) Foust, Oakwood; a son, Dennis (Mary) McVay, Oakwood; a sister, Glenna (Wayne) Cooper of Defiance; eight grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She also was preceded in death by two brothers, Willis and Clyde Holt; a sister, Mary Rhodes; and a great-grandchild, Deanna Ripke.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 24, at the Auglaize Chapel Church of God with the Rev. Stanley Harmon officiating. Burial will be in Monroe Township Cemetery, Continental.
Visitation is from 2-9 p.m. today, March 23, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, and one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday.
Preferred memorials are to the church.

ILO BARTELS
1914-2005
LEO, Ind. — Ilo L. Bartels, 90, of Leo, Ind., formerly of Haviland, died Wednesday, March 23, in Leo.
She was born Dec. 30, 1914, in Cloverdale, the daughter of Floyd Franklin and Augusta (Herbert) Offill. On Feb. 28, 1937, she married Floyd F. Bartels, who preceded her in death July 3, 1984. She was a homemaker and a member of the former Haviland Baptist Church.
Surviving are a daughter, Dawn (John) Howard of Leo; two sons, Darwin L. (Kathleen) Bartels of Fort Wayne and Duane F. (Sandra) Bartels of Syracuse, Ind.; 10 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were three sisters, Treva Franklin, Mildred Temple and Twila Crossman; and a granddaughter, Rhonda Bartels.
Services were held Saturday, March 26, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. Darwin Bartels officiating. Burial was in the Blue Creek Cemetery, Haviland.
Preferred memorials are to the Jacob Asbury Fund, c/o U.S. Bank, 203 S. Broadway, Spencerville, Ohio, 45887.

CELIA SPEELMAN
1916-2005
CONVOY — Celia V. Speelman, 88, of Convoy, died Wednesday, March 23. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home in Van Wert was in charge of the arrangements.

DONALD SEEKINGS SR.
1936-2005
GROVER HILL — Donald Seekings Sr., 66, of Grover Hill, died Tuesday, March 22. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home in Van Wert was in charge of the arrangements.

EVELYN FOSTER
1914-2005
VAN WERT — Evelyn E. Foster, 90, of Paulding, formerly of Van Wert, died at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, at the Hawthorn Court Nursing Home in Paulding.
She was born Sept. 29, 1914, in Ohio City, the daughter of William “Bill” and Golda (Davis) Priddy. She was adopted by Ira and Nellie Royer at age three. On March 24, 1933, she married Elmer Earl Foster, who preceded her in death on Sept. 20, 1992. She was a retired housekeeper from the Van Wert County Hospital, and attended the Wesley Methodist Church in Van Wert.
Surviving are a son, William “Bill” (Noemi) Foster of Grover Hill; a daughter, Eileen Kay (Max) Kochensparger of Paulding; a stepsister, Pearl (Don) Sollberger of Huntsville, Ala.; eight grandchildren, Kathy (Jay) Denny of Grover Hill, Kelly (Shawn) Kochensparger of Grand Rapids, Mich., Paula Kochensparger of Latty, Pearl Bland of Circleville, Earl Foster of Van Wert, Mary Foster of Grover Hill, Helen Foster of Scott, and Magie (Joe) Guyton of Melrose; and nine great- grandchildren, Jayme and Aryn Denny, Kaleb, Kanaan and Korban Kochensparger, Alex Roth and Kayla Bland, and Kelsey and Selena Guyton.
Also preceding her in death were a daughter, Helen Joan Foster; three brothers, Glenn Greenbarry Priddy, Norman Wellington “Pat” Priddy, and Nick Marcellous Priddy; a stepbrother, Robert Ickes; and a stepsister, Mary Ickes Reidenbach.
Services were held Tuesday, March 29, at Cowan and Son Funeral Home in Van Wert, with the Rev. William Sherry of Middle Creek Church in Grover Hill officiating. Burial was in the Middle Creek Cemetery, Grover Hill.
Preferred memorials are to the Hawthorn Court Nursing Home Activity Fund.

VENICE GRUBAUGH
1915-2005
HAVILAND — Venice Grubaugh, 89, formerly of Haviland, died at 3:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 22, at the Golden Rule Nursing Center in Richmond, Ind.
She was born June 16, 1915, in Paulding County, the daughter of Edward and Evah (Proxmire) Finegan. On March 10, 1939, she married T. Lynn Grubaugh, who preceded her in death on April 19, 2004. She was a school teacher for Melrose, Grover Hill, Fort Wayne City, and Van Wert County school systems, retiring in 1976. She was a graduate of Bowling Green State University and St. Francis College.
She had served on the Paulding County Board of Education, was a life member of the National Education Association and the Ohio Retired Teacher’s Association, a member of the Van Wert County Women’s Club, Paulding County Retired Teachers Association, Van Wert County Retired Teachers Association, a Delta Kappa Gamma member (honorary teachers society), and the National Association for the Mentally Ill of East Central Indiana. She had locally attended Calvary Evangelical Church in Van Wert and later the Ravinia Park Baptist Church in Richmond, Ind.
Surviving are two sons, P. James (Maureen) Grubaugh of Haviland and Donald G. (Julia) Grubaugh of LaOtto, Ind.; a daughter, Sue Lynne (Ray) Raby of Richmond, Ind.; two sisters, Katherine Miller of Milledgeville, Ga. and Joe Ann Finegan of Rockford, Ohio; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-stepgrandchild. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Paul O. and Gordon G. Finegan.
Services were held Saturday, March 26, at Cowan and Sons Funeral Home in Van Wert, with the Rev. Charles McMahan Jr. officiating. Burial was in the Blue Creek Cemetery, Paulding County. Preferred memorials are to the Ravinia Park Baptist Church in Richmond, Ind.

EDWARD NIX
1911-2005
PAULDING – Former Columbus resident Edward A. Nix, 93, died Friday morning, March 25, in Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, following a brief illness.
He was born July 26, 1911, in Barnwell, S.C., the son of Edward Lindsey and Virginia Nix, who both preceded him in death. He was a lifelong musician and a leader of many bands.
He is survived by two daughters, Jennifer (Juan) Nix Rodriguez of Paulding and Eileen (Horace) Nix Madison of White Plains, N.Y.; a sister, Joyce (Walter) Nix Pillow of Columbus; a grandson, Horace Madison of Miami; a great-granddaughter, Pemma Madison of Vermont; a stepdaughter, Charlotte Lewis of Columbus; two stepsons, Steven Nix of White Plains, N.Y. and Donald Timothy McGee of Florida; and three nieces, Pamela Spurgeon of Columbus, Diane Taylor of Reynoldsburg, and Brenda Murphy of Manassas, Va.
He also was preceded in death by his stepmother, Geraldine Nix; and a stepdaughter, Susan McGee Martin.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. today, March 30, at the Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Home in Columbus, with the Rev. Andrews officiating. Visiting hours will be from noon-1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery.

DORA TRUTWIN
1909-2005
ANTWERP — Dora Mae Trutwin, 95, of Antwerp, passed away at 5:11 p.m. Thursday, March 24, at Hawthorn Court Nursing Home in Paulding.
She was born Nov. 24, 1909, in Antwerp, the daughter of Frank E. and Blanche E. (Miller) Knight. In 1930, she married James Trutwin, who preceded her in death in 1969. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Antwerp, the Antwerp VFW Auxiliary, Hicksville Eagles and the Royal Neighbors. She loved to fish and enjoyed working at the Ehrhart Museum in Antwerp.
She will be sadly missed by her daughter, Jane Ankney of Antwerp; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were a daughter, Phyllis Gill; a son, Jack Trutwin; a sister, one grandchild; one great-grandchild; and her long-time companion, Ernie Sabo. Services were held Tuesday, March 29, at Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp, with the Revs. Max and Craig Begley officiating. She was laid to rest in the Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp. Preferred memorials are to the Hawthorn Court Activity Fund or to the Antwerp VFW Auxiliary.

CLIFFORD JONES SR.
1927-2005
PAULDING – Clifford M. Jones Sr., 77, died at 3:34 p.m. Thursday, March 24, at the St. Joseph Select Care in Fort Wayne.
He was born April 13, 1927, in Denver, the son of Jay and Pansey (Adams) Jones. In 1946, he married Myrtle M. Worline, who preceded him in death Jan. 18, 1990. On Dec. 12, 1992, he married Ethel A. Bradford Keck, who survives. He was a maintenance supervisor for Jackson Township, Paulding County. He was a member of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Grover Hill and the Knights of Python.
Also surviving are three sons, Clifford Jr. and Marty (Jane) Jones, both of Paulding, and Paul (Carolyn) Jones of Latty; a stepson, Jeff Keck of Napoleon; a stepdaughter, Susan Keck, Paulding; a sister, Cleo Ziegler, Paulding; six grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
He also was preceded in death by a great-grandchild, Derek Gebhart.
Services were held Tuesday, March 29, at the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church with Pastor David Prior and Pastor Don Baer officiating. Burial was in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Clifford M. Jones Sr. family.

SAM GRIMES
1916-2005
ANTWERP — Samuel M. Grimes, 88, Antwerp, died Friday, March 25. Dooley Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PAUL WILHELM
1917-2005
PAULDING — Paul T. Wilhelm, 87, died Sunday, March 27, at the Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born Sept. 30, 1917, in Paulding County, the son of Albert and Mary Ann (Koenn) Wilhelm. On Sept. 15, 1937, he married Lela P. Wilhelm, who preceded him in death in 1993. He was a retired self-employed farmer. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulding, a member of the Farm Bureau of Paulding County, a member of the Holy Name Society, Knights of Columbus, and a former president of the board of directors of the Paulding Landmark.
He is survived by a son, Fred (Judy) Wilhelm of Meridian, Idaho; four daughters, Jan (Tom) Zuber of Antwerp, Paulette (Jerry) Beckman of Paulding, Roz (Dan) Wendorf of Bryan, and Ellen (Jim) Gunderman of Whitehouse; two sisters, Coletta (Pat) Clark of Paulding and Madonna Wonderly of Sherwood; 17 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren.
He also was preceded in death by a son and daughter-in-law, William and Martha Wilhelm; three brothers, Justus, Louis and Ted Wilhelm; two sisters, Margaret Vogel and Clara Guilford; and an infant granddaughter.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 31, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulding with the Rev. G. Allen Fillman officiating. Burial will be in the St. Paul Cemetery, Paulding.
Visitation will be from 2-9 p.m., today, March 30, at Den Herder Funeral Home, with a rosary service at 8 p.m.
Preferred memorials may be made to the St. Joseph Catholic Church.

HAROLD TRZYNKA
1924-2005
ANTWERP — Harold A. Trzynka, 81, of Antwerp, passed away Tuesday, March 29, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born Jan. 25, 1924, the son of Carl E. and Selma H. (Nimmer) Trzynka. On July 10, 1954, he married Gloria Slaymaker, who preceded him in death Aug. 22, 2000. He attended Ossian High School from 1939-1942. He enlisted in the Army Air Force where he served as a B-17 radio operator, T/Sgt. in WWII. He graduated from Valparaiso University Law School, Valparaiso, Ind. with a Juris Doctorate and then graduated from Capital University (Trinity Seminary) in Columbus with a Bachelor of Divinity degree. He served as a Lutheran school teacher and parish pastor in several Midwest locations including Bethel Christian Church in Arthur. He was also a teacher at the Antwerp Local Schools, retiring in the late 1980s.
He is survived by four daughters, Linda Brown, Martha Straley and Elizabeth Ratliff, all of Antwerp, and Mary Jewell of Hicksville; four sons, Paul of Marshfield, Mass., Philip of New York, Peter of Fort Wayne, and Joseph of Hicksville; three sisters, Evelyn Caston and Ardis Lunz, both of Fort Wayne, and Mary Kimmel of New Haven; three brothers, Norman of New Haven and Eugene and James of Ossian, Ind; 28 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Services were held Friday, April 1, at the Bethel United Methodist Church in Cecil with the Rev. Charles Schmunk officiating. He was laid to rest at Spindler Cemetery in Mark Center, with military honors from Antwerp VFW Post 5087. Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Paulding Area Visiting Nurses.
Online condolences may be made at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

CHARLES BRAUN
1918-2005
CENTRALIA, Wash. — Charles J. “Charlie” Braun, 86, died Monday, March 28, at his home in Centralia, Wash. where he had been a resident for the past four years.
He was born March 31, 1918, in LaCrosse, Wis., the son of Charles Phillip and Sarah (Fetzner) Braun. He was reared and attended schools in LaCrosse. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during WWII in the Pacific Theatre. Following his discharge from the Navy, he returned to Rochester, Minn. The family lived in various places in the Midwest where he founded several companies. He was an industrial pattern maker by trade. In 1972, he founded Braun Industries and began manufacturing ambulances in Ohio. He retired in 2000 and moved to Arizona for a short time before moving to Centralia. He and his wife, Ione, enjoyed traveling in their motor home. Even in retirement, Charlie still enjoyed working.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Ione Braun, of Centralia; three sons, Phillip (Carma) Braun of Van Wert, Jack (Linda) Braun of Chebalis, and Chuck (Janet) Braun of Canby, Ore.; two daughters, Diane (Tom) Sohiefer of Delta, Colo. and Barbara (Peter) Bronson of Tiffin; one niece; one nephew; 16 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren.
Private funeral services were held at Sticklin Funeral Chapel. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements.

CLARENCE HOOK
1921-2005
TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Clarence James Hook, 84, of Titusville, Fla., died Monday, April 4. DeVare Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

CHARLES
HUNT
1931-2005
CONTINENTAL – Charles W. Hunt, 74, of Continental, died at 4 p.m. Monday, April 4 at his residence.
He was born March 13, 1931 in Spencerville, the son of Henry R. and Odessa M. (Kennedy) Hunt. In January 1952, he married Mildred Powell, who preceded him in death in January 1997. In 1999, he married Betty Ripke, who survives. A veteran of the Air Force, he was employed at GM Powertrain, retiring after 36 years. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Defiance, a life member of Continental American Legion, and a former member of the Continental Game Club. He bowled for many years at Continental and Defiance.
Also surviving are three sons, Martin Hunt of Cloverdale and Alan and Melvin Hunt, both of Continental; a daughter, Denise (David) Newell of Continental; four stepsons, Kenneth Rohlf of Oakwood, John and Thomas Rohlf of Defiance, and Jeff Rohlf of Elida; two stepdaughters, Peggy Wright of Norfolk, Va. and Shelly Decker of Defiance; three brothers, George Hunt of Oakwood, Howard Hunt of Lima, and Kenny Hunt of Cecil; three sisters, Mae (Ray) Eckhoff of Fostoria, Barbara (Robert) Laukhuf of Haviland, and Donna (Frances) Grant of Continental; eight grandchildren; 11 stepgrandchildren; and eight great-stepgrandchildren.
He also was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Perry; one sister; and two infant brothers.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 7 at Heitmeyer Funeral Home in Continental, with the Rev. David Luhring officiating. Burial will be in Monroe Cemetery, Continental, with military graveside rites.
Visitation is from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today, April 6, and from 9-11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials are to St. John’s Lutheran Church or Putnam County Hospice.

LOUISE LAUKHUF
1916-2005
PAULDING – Louise S. Laukhuf, 89, died at 11:50 p.m. Thursday, March 31 at Vancrest Health Care Center, Van Wert.
She was born Jan. 24, 1916 in Akron, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Brown) Wormald. On March 14, 1940, she married Carl Laukhuf, who preceded her in death on Oct. 17, 1978. She was a homemaker and a member of the Latty Apostolic Christian Church.
Surviving are two sons, David L. (Nancy) Laukhuf of Paulding and Carl E. (Donna) Laukhuf of Centerville; a daughter, Janet (Robert) Williamson, Paulding; a sister, Mary (Lawrence) Stoller, Smithville; eight grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
She also was preceded in death by three brothers, Willis, Robert and Charles Wormald; three sisters, Bessie Graf, Martha Stoller and Grace Schuckert; and a grandson, Neal B. Laukhuf.
Services were held Tuesday, April 5 at the Latty Apostolic Church Fellowship Hall in Latty. Burial was in the church cemetery. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, was in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the church’s Alms Fund.

JAMES McCLURE
1923-2005
FORT WAYNE – James F. McClure, 82, of Fort Wayne, died at 7:50 a.m. Sunday, April 3. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, is in charge of arrangements.

DEBBIE BAYS
ST. ALBANS – Debbie Jean Bays, 42, of St. Albans, died Tuesday, March 29, 2005, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
A 1981 graduate of Paulding High School, she was an employee of Dollar General in St. Albans.
Surviving are her mother, Linda Lytle; her father and stepmother, Estil and Lee Bays; two sons, Paul and Nicholas; a sister, Regina Newsome; and two brothers, Paul and Charles Bays.
In accordance with her wishes, she was cremated.
In memory of Debbie Bays, a service will be held for family and friends at 7 p.m. Friday, April 15, at Bethel Christian Church in Arthur with the Rev. Chris Baker officiating.
Casdorph and Curry Funeral Home in St. Albans was in charge of arrangements

JOSEPHINE GUTIERREZ MULLEN
1927-2005
VAN WERT – Josephine Gutierrez Mullen, 77, of Van Wert, died at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 4, at her residence. She was born Sept. 27, 1927 in Lansing, Mich., the daughter of Longino and Conception (Castenda) Marez. In 1997, she married Frederick S. Mullen Jr., who survives. She retired from Aeroquip after 15 years of employment. Most of her life was spent raising her family. She also worked at the Van Wert Manufacturing Co., and did house cleaning and ironing for many families in Van Wert. She was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Van Wert, the Rosary Altar Society, Catholic Ladies of Columbia, Wapakoneta Eagles Auxiliary, Van Wert American Legion Auxiliary, Wapakoneta American Legion Auxiliary and was a Van Wert County Hospital Twig volunteer.
Also surviving are six sons, John (Paula) Gutierrez of Paulding, Gil (Denise), Dan and David (Marsha) Gutierrez, all of of Van Wert, Ron (Pat) Gutierrez of Alpharetta, Ga., and Randy (Jeanene) Gutierrez of Rockford; five daughters, Diann (Jeff) Ebel of Grover Hill, Sue Szuch of Elida, Lou (Steve) Biberstine of Ohio City, Bernadine (Klayton) Hooper of Cloverdale, and Mariea (Dan) Moreland) of Van Wert; a sister, Mary Torres of Grand Rapids, Mich.; two brothers, Salvadore Marez of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Genero Marez of Atlanta; 23 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, John Gutierrez; a daughter, Theresa; a sister, Connie Trevino; and a son-in-law, Dave Szuch. Services were held Friday, April 8, at St. Mary’s of the Assumption Catholic Church with the Rev. Charles Obinwa officiating. Internment was in Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert. Brickner Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Preferred memorials are to St. Mary’s Church and School or Van Wert Hospital Twigs.

RALPH MILLER - 1916-2005
PAULDING – Ralph Todd Miller, 89, died at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 5, at Hawthorn Court Nursing Home, Paulding.
He was born Jan. 17, 1916 in Putnam County, the son of Vernal Todd and Sarah E. (Ridenour) Evans. He was adopted at age 3 by John and Edna Miller. On Aug. 14, 1934, he married Avis Mae Horner, who survives. He was a farmer and was employed by Johns Manville in Defiance, retiring in 1980. He attended Junction Bible Christian Church and was a member of the Broughton Fox Club, the Farm Bureau and G.B.B.A. Also surviving are a son, Everett (Donna) Miller, Paulding; a sister, Betty Burson, Bellevue, Ohio; three grandchildren, Roger (Shelly) Miller of Convoy, David (Janice) Miller of Bryan and Karen (Denny) McVay of Paulding; six great-grandchildren, Jason (Kristi) Miller, Jennifer, Jordan and Courtney Miller, and Joseph and Marcus McVay; and a great-great-granddaughter, Mckenna Miller.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his adoptive parents. Services were Friday, April 8, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Pat Shepard officiating. Burial was in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Paulding. Preferred memorials are to Junction Bible Christian Church or to Paulding County Hospital Home Health Care.

KATHRYN HART-WILLIAMS - 1957-2005
SPRINGFIELD – Kathryn Hart-Williams, 48, died Wednesday, March 16. Jackson Lytle Williams Funeral Home in Springfield was in charge of arrangements.

WILBUR FLINT - 1942-2005
CLEARWATER, Fla. – Wilbur E. Flint, 62, died at 10:15 p.m. Sunday, April 3, at Morton Plant Hospital, Clearwater.
He was born July 27, 1942 in Paulding County, the son of Leo J. and Martha A. (McDougall) Flint. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and was employed by Lane Realty Construction Corp., Atlanta.
Surviving are a son, Ryan (Karen) Flint of Cecil; two brothers, Dale and Daniel Flint, both of Fort Wayne; three sisters, Leah (John) Boundy of St. Charles, Mo., Betty (Don) Vogel of Angola, Ind., and Joyce Jewel of Hollywood, Calif.; and a grandson.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Ted. Graveside services were held Saturday, April 9, at Hedges Cemetery, with Pastor Jack Berry officiating. VFW Post 587 conducted military graveside services. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Preferred memorials are to the Wilbur Flint Family.

BONNIE SCHLIESSER - 1931-2005
NEW HAVEN – Bonnie J. Schliesser, 73, died at 8 a.m. Thursday, March 31, in the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne.
She was born May 18, 1931 in Paulding County, the daughter of Elmer and Marie L. (Doctor) Kernes. On July 12, 1964 she married Delmar Schliesser, who preceded her in death July 2, 2001. She was a graduate of Lutheran School of Nursing, worked in several hospitals in St. Louis, Mo., and was the occupational nurse for the former Grizzly Manufacturing in Paulding. She also had worked at several nursing homes in northwest Ohio. She was a volunteer staff member of the American Red Cross, First Call for Help in Napoleon, and a hospice volunteer private duty nurse. She was a member of the Auxiliary of Fraternal Order of Eagles in Hicksville.
Surviving are a son, Douglas Schliesser, New Haven; an aunt, Esther Cleland of Safety Harbor, Fla.; and two grandchildren. She also was preceded in death by her parents. Services were held Saturday, April 9, at St. James Lutheran Church in Payne with Pastor Joseph Allen officiating. Burial was in Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made in memory of Bonnie Schliesser in care of Den Herder Funeral Home, PO Box 27, Paulding.

MARGARET BRUICK - 1943-2005
ANTWERP – Margaret A. Bruick, age 61, of Antwerp, passed away at 12:50 a.m. Sunday, April 10 at James Cancer Hospital at the OSU Medical Center, Columbus. She was born May 11, 1943, in Van Wert, the daughter of the late Kenneth and Rhea Mae (Agler) Campbell. On Aug. 6, 1966, she married Larry Bruick. She previously worked at Uniroyal Goodrich, but owned the A&W Drive-In, Antwerp, for the last 35 years with her husband. She was a member of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church of Antwerp.
She will be sadly missed by her husband, Larry; two daughters, Christy Williamson of Antwerp and Nicole Zuber of Van Wert; a sister, Evelyn Searfoss of Continental; a brother, Donald Campbell of Fort Wayne; and six grandchildren, Morgan, Sam and Rachel Williamson and Madison, Brooke and Taylor Zuber. She also was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Campbell.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 14, at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Antwerp with the Rev. William E.D. Barlow officiating. Burial will be in Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp. Visitation is from 2-9 p.m. today, April 13 at Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, and at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church. Preferred memorials are to James Cancer Hospital or to the church. Online condolences are encouraged at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

ROBERT HECK - 1917-2005
PAULDING — Robert “Steve” E. Heck, 87, died at 1:50 a.m. Sunday, April 17, at the Laurels of Defiance.
He was born Sept. 24, 1917, in Paulding County, the son of William and Clara (Wurm) Heck. On Sept. 24, 1938, he married Della O. Coil, who preceded him in death Nov. 12, 1990. He retired as a foreman at Magnavox of Fort Wayne in 1980, following 40 years of service. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church of Paulding and a member of the Paulding VFW Post 587.
Surviving are a daughter, Sue (Jerry) Shook of Defiance; a brother, Norman Heck of Paulding; a granddaughter; and four great-grandsons.
Also preceding him in death were two brothers, Paul and Harold Heck; and two sisters, Marie Adams and Marguerite Mattingly.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. today, April 20, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulding, with the Rev. G. Allan Fillman officiating. Burial will be in the Little Auglaize Cemetery in Melrose. Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding are in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Caring Way of Defiance.

BURTON HOY - 1915-2005
GROVER HILL — Burton L. Hoy, 89, of Grover Hill, died Thursday, April 14. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home in Van Wert was in charge of the arrangements.

LEONA HUNT - 1916-2005
WATERFORD, Mich. — Leona Moser Hunt, 88, died Wednesday, April 13. Cowan and Son Funeral Home, Van Wert was in charge of the arrangements.

LEO RODMAN - 1909-2005
HAVILAND — Leo W. “Bill” Rodman, 95, died at 2:35 p.m. Thursday, April 14, at the Convoy Care Center.
He was born May 8, 1909, in Paulding County, the son of Frank and Nellie (Speakman) Rodman. On Dec. 4, 1931, he married Augusta M. Humbarger, who survives. He was a farmer and a member of the Haviland Country Chapel United Methodist Church.
Also surviving are two sons, Charles (Bonnie) Rodman of Haviland and Robert (Jerri) Rodman of Woodburn; two sisters, Ruth Kelly of Fort Wayne and Lela Mae Bowersox of Haviland; five grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were two brothers, Harry and Howard Rodman; five sisters, Bernice Taner, Thelma Baker, Elouise Albright, Madelene Palte and Alice Evans; and twin great-grandchildren, Curt and Karri Rees.
Services were held Monday, April 18, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. James Howell officiating. Burial was in the Blue Creek Cemetery. Preferred memorials are to the Scott EMS or the Haviland Country Chapel United Methodist Church.

A’DELPHINE STRATTON - 1914-2005
CULLOWHEE, N.C. — A’Delphine Stratton, 91, died at 8:10 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, at her daughter’s residence in Cullowhee, N.C.
She was born Jan. 24, 1914, in Grover Hill, the daughter of Cleveland E. and Ida B. (Curtis) Eaton. On Jan. 24, 1934, she married Floyd Andrew “Bud” Stratton, who preceded her in death on Jan. 8, 1999. She had previously owned the Dairy Dip and the Shell Service Station in Grover Hill. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Van Wert, and a member of the Ladies Aid at Trinity United Methodist.
Surviving are a son, Kent E. Stratton of Clarksville, Tenn.; a daughter, Karen (Bill) Perry of Cullowhee, N.C.; four grandchildren; Jon (Julie Ann) Stratton of Churubusco, Ind, Jay (Trudy) Stemen of Naples, Fla., Jule Ann (Carl) Calloway of Fort Wayne, Ind, and Michael (Fedra) Perry of Nashville, Tenn; and six great-grandchildren, Christopher and Seth Stratton, Amanda and Michelle Calloway, and Carissa and Mitchell Stemen.
Also preceding her in death was a brother, Darwin Eaton. Services were held Sunday, April 17, at Cowan and Son Funeral Home in Van Wert, with the Rev. Timothy A. Burden officiating. Burial was in the Middle Creek Cemetery in Grover Hill. Preferred memorials are to Hospice (Sylva or Van Wert, Ohio) or to the Trinity United Methodist Church.

ERRY WALLEY
ANTWERP — Jerry Walley, 64, of Antwerp, died Thursday, April 14, 2005. Dooley Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

FRANCES LAIDIG
TOLEDO — Frances E. Laidig, 92, of West Toledo, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 21, 2005, in the Hospice of Northwest Ohio.
She was a very special lady, loved by everyone, and the heart and soul of her family. She had so much to give her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We have wonderful memories and loved her very much. She will be sorely missed. Frances was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church, Marvin Ave., where she had served as a Sunday school teacher and on various other committees. She was also a volunteer for Mobile Meals for many years. Frances is survived by her daughters, Connie (Dave) Sancraint and Sharon Harris; a son, David Laidig; grandchildren, Kelly (Richard) Chamberlain, Chad Sancraint, Ryan (Kristie) Sancraint, Kevin (Jennifer) Sancraint, Nickolas (Andrea) Sancraint, Paul, Vernon, Robert, Samantha, Jacob, Lance and Jeff Harris; eight beloved great-grandchildren; a sister, Aldean Price of Van Wert; and three brothers, Raymond, Alvin and Marvin Klopfenstein, all of Paulding. She was preceded in death by her husband, George E. Laidig in April, 1978; infants, Gene and Mabel; and two brothers, Harold and Floren Klopfenstein. The family wishes to thank the Medical and Support staff at Medical College Hospice and Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo Center for making her last days peaceful. Services were held Monday, April 25, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Toledo, with interment in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Walter Funeral Home, Toledo, was in charge of the arrangements. Preferred memorials are to go to the Apostolic Christian Church or Hospice of Northwest Ohio.

DELORIS MUNDT - 1933-2005
FORT WAYNE — Deloris E. Mundt, 71, of Van Wert, formerly of Paulding and Fort Wayne, died Saturday, April 23, in Van Wert.
She was born Aug. 28, 1933, in Bryan. She was retired from GTE in Fort Wayne, following 37 years of service. She was a volunteer at the John Paulding Historical Society and a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Briceton.
Surviving are two daughters, Ann Marie (Jeff) Potts of Gaylordsville, Conn. and Linda (Terry) Edgar of Angola, Ind.; a son, Donald Mundt of Fort Wayne; two sisters, Marceil and Sandra Norden, both of Fort Wayne; four brothers, James Norden of Fort Wayne, Henry of Florida, Walter of Albion, Ind. and David Norden of Kendallville, Ind.; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Mundt in 1988.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 28 at D.O. McComb and Sons’ Maplewood Park Funeral Home at 4017 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne. Burial will be at Lindenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. (Indiana time) today, April 27, at D.O. McComb Maplewood Park Funeral Home. Preferred memorials are to the Cancer Services of Allen County or St. John’s Lutheran Church.

DWIGHT KLINGLER - 1926-2005
DEMING, N.M. – Dwight C. Klingler, 78, of Deming, N.M., died at 2 a.m. Tuesday, April 12, at the Membres Nursing Home in Deming.
He was born Nov. 13, 1926, in Paulding, the son of John and Ilene (Morrow) Klingler. On Jan. 17, 1947, he married Josephine Puschel, who preceded him in death Aug. 9, 1990. He was retired from the Deming Meat Packing Plant. He enjoyed being with his family and friends, hunting and fishing with his grandson, Shawn, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and cooking outdoors. He was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Deming. He is survived by two sons, James L. (Linda) Klingler of St. Marys and John W. (Kathy) Klingler of Deming, N.M.; a daughter, Cheryl Brabson of Deming, N.M.; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Ladene (Bill) Osborne of Fort Wayne and Darlene (Floyd) Slane of Antwerp. Also preceding him in death were a daughter, Angela; and a brother, Duane Klingler of Paulding.
Memorial services were held April 16 at the First Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. Al Bunting officiating.

KATHERINE MUSSELMAN - 1904-2005
CECIL — Katherine Musselman, 100, died at 3:45 p.m. Thursday, April 28, at the Paulding County Hospital, where she had been a patient one day.
She was born Sept. 28, 1904, in Crane Township, the daughter of Samuel J. and Ada E. (Cunningham) Jump. In 1921, she married Emanuel “Dan” Musselman, who preceded her in death in 1967. She was a homemaker and the oldest member of the Cecil First Presbyterian Church, where she played the piano. She was a member of the Cecil Grange and the O.E.S. of Sherwood.
Surviving are a son, Kenneth (Mary) Musselman of Cecil; a sister, Ruth Zuber of Antwerp; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Also preceding her in death were a daughter, Doris Woodring; three brothers, Jim, Paul and Wayne Jump; and a sister, Dora Hartman. Services were held Tuesday, May 3, at the First Presbyterian Church in Cecil, with the Rev. David Meriwether officiating. Burial was in Rochester Cemetery, Cecil. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials may be made to the Cecil First Presbyterian Church or Dallas Lamb Foundation Home Activity Fund.

AIDEN BLAND CUTLIP - 2005
MELROSE — Aiden Matthew (Bland) Cutlip , six days old, died Thursday, May 5, at the Toledo Children’s Hospital in Toledo. Heitmeyer Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

ARNOLD DETMON - 1923-2005
PAULDING — Arnold F. “Art” Detmon, 82, died at 4:06 a.m. Saturday, May 7, at the Van Wert County Hospital in Van Wert.
He was born May 6, 1923, in Lucas County, the son of LeRoy and Eillian (Matzen) Detmon. On Oct. 2, 1943, he married Esther Louise Morrow, who preceded him in death on July 6, 1994. He was a 1941 graduate of Antwerp High School, and a U.S. Army veteran, serving during WWII. He was employed by Lafarge Corporation in Paulding, as a heavy equipment operator, retiring in 1984, following 28 years of service. He was a member of the Paulding VFW Post 587 and the Paulding F.O.E. 2405. He was an avid NASCAR fan.
He is survived by two sons, Dan (Donna) Detmon of Syracuse, Ind. and Roger (Cheri) Detmon of Paulding; a daughter, Pam (Jerry) Riggenbach of Paulding; a brother, Glen (Gladys) Detmon of Antwerp; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Services were held Tuesday, May 10, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding with Timothy Dooley and Jerry Riggenbach officiating. Burial was in the Cooper Cemetery, Paulding, where Paulding VFW Post 587 conducted military graveside services.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Van Crest Health Care Center Activity Fund.

MERWIN GRAHAM - 1926-2005
PIQUA – Merwin D. Graham, 78, of Piqua, formerly of Payne, went to be with his heavenly father at 5:30 a.m. Monday, May 9 at the Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was a proud husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
He was born July 24, 1926, in Pisgah, W.Va., the son of Clinton and Virginia Maude (Christopher) Graham. On Dec. 24, 1952, he married Alverta Durst, who survives in Piqua. He served in the U.S. Marines from 1943-1946 and was a Purple Heart recipient. He had formerly worked for International Harvester Company and Harter Corporation in Van Wert. He was a past master and a member of Flat Rock #580 Masonic Lodge in Payne, a Shriner, an avid coin collector and a gardener who loved to tend to his flowers and orchids.
Also surviving are two daughters, Diane (John) Hearne of Piqua and Maudie (Tom) Wingo of Van Wert; five grandchildren, Michelle Barlow, Chad Fisher, Natalie Fisher, Brittany Fisher and Olivia Wingo; and two great-grandchildren, Brant Barlow and Madison Fisher.
He was preceded in death by five brothers, Paul, Cecil, Dallas, Harlan and Warren Graham; and three sisters, Zelda Keener, Isabel Bayles and Beatrice Cundiff. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 14, at the Oak Grove Mennonite Church in Grantsville, Md., with the Rev. Tim Fetterly officiating. Burial will be at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Grantsville, Md., where military graveside rites will be conducted.
Hours of visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. today, May 11, at Alspach Gearhart Funeral Home in Van Wert, where a Masonic memorial service will be held at 7:45. Preferred memorials are to the Shriners.

IOLA SHISLER - 1914-2005
BRYAN — Iola Mae Shisler, 91, of Bryan, passed away on Saturday, May 7, at Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers in Bryan.
She was born Feb. 7, 1914, the daughter of Cecil E. and Lilly A. (Hesrick) Gray. On March 17, 1964, she married Harley R. Shisler, who preceded her in death. She had been a secretary at Bryan Metals and was a homemaker.
She is survived by a daughter, Vicki (Marv) Nafziger of Archbold; two stepsons, Nolan (Donna) Shisler and Jack (Jackie) Shisler, both of Oakwood; three grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held Tuesday, May 10, at Faith United Methodist Church, with Rev. Susan Roads officiating. Burial was private at Prairie Chapel Cemetery in Oakwood. Oberlin-Ford Funeral Home in Bryan was in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith United Methodist Church or to the choice of the donor.
Condolences may be sent to the family or the online guestbook may be signed at www.oberlin-ford.com.

BETTY SHUHERK
FINDLAY — H. Betty Griswold Shuherk, 82, of Findlay, died Thursday, May 5, 2005. Coldren-Crates Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

SKIP DANGLER - 1927 - 2005
LONGWOOD, Fla. – Former Paulding resident, Donnell L. “Skip” Dangler, age 77, died Monday, May 9 in Florida Hospital, Orlando, after a brief illness. He was born Aug. 12, 1927, in Paulding County, the son of the late Sylvester and Kathryn Faye (Kadesch) Dangler. He graduated from Paulding High School in 1945 and was a life-long farmer in Paulding County until his retirement in 2000. He will be remembered not as the last of the old-time farmers but as the first of the modern day, progressive farmers. He later worked at King Truck Center, Orlando, in the transportation department. He was an avid NASCAR fan, often traveling to races in Daytona, Indianapolis, North Carolina and California.
He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Marjorie (Mullen) Dangler of Longwood; three sons, Dennis Dangler of Sarasota, Fla., Kevin (Sue) Dangler and Scott Dangler, both of Paulding; a daughter, Heidi Kirk, Longwood; a sister, Lelabel Dangler, Cecil; stepsons, Charley Bauman of Vero Beach, Fla., and Kevin Bauman of Dublin, Ohio; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and six stepgrandchildren.
He also was preceded in death by a grandson, Bradley Bennett Dangler; a stepson, Brad Bauman; and two infant sisters.
The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. Friday, May 20, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding. A memorial service will be celebrated at 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Internment will be at a later date at Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding.
The family suggests memorials be made in his memory to: The Bradley Bennett Dangler Memorial Scholarship Fund (c/o Kevin Dangler, 12324 Buckeye Drive, Paulding, Ohio 45879) or the Florida Orlando Hospital Foundation benefiting the CVICU (c/o Heidi Dangler, 120 Stag Ridge Court, Longwood, Fla. 32779). National Cremation Society, Winter Park, Fla., and Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, are in charge of arrangements.

BERNICE MARCOM - 1913-2005
PAULDING — Bernice Louise Marcom, 91, died at 8:45 a.m. Friday, May 13, at the Laurels of Defiance.
She was born Aug. 21, 1913, in Paulding, the daughter of Jay A. and Maude E. (Egger) Hand. On June 4, 1938, she married Earl E. Marcom, who survives in Defiance. She was employed by Grizzly Manufacturing in Paulding, retiring in 1976. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Paulding, and the Paulding Bunco Club. Also surviving are a brother, Seymour Hand of Antwerp; a daughter-in-law, Pat Marcom of Paulding; two granddaughters, Teresa (Marcom) Roehrle and Pamela (Marcom) Girlie; and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two sons, James “Jim” Marcom and Paul Marcom; a brother, Dale Egger; and five sisters, Alberta Fuerst, Irene Hand, Beatrice Sprow, Maude Ankney and an infant sister, Nancy Egger. Services were held Monday, May 16, at the First Christian Church in Paulding with the Rev. Paul Biery officiating. Burial was in the Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding was in charge of the arrangements. Donations may be made to the First Christian Church, Paulding, or Hospice the Caring Way, Defiance.

M. HELEN PETERSON - 1910-2005
CLEARWATER, Fla. — M. Helen Simon Peterson, 94, died Sunday May 15.
She was born Aug. 11, 1910, in Peru, Ind., the daughter of Earl and Erma (Lynch) Dils. She attended Indiana University and Defiance College and taught school for 25 years. She held membership in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Clearwater, and Alpha Chi Omega. She had retired to Clearwater in 1976. She is survived by two daughters, JoAnne Payton of Dallas, Texas and Mary Jane Almes of White Plains, N.Y.; four grandsons; and two great-grandsons. Preceding her in death were her first husband of 44 years, George Simon and her second husband of 16 years, Walter Peterson; and a son, Harry Earl Simon. Graveside services were held on May 21 at Live Oak Cemetery in Paulding, with the Rev. Keith Huntsinger officiating. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Preferred memorials are to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Clearwater.

THOMAS ROBINSON
FORT WAYNE — Thomas Robinson, 71, Fort Wayne, died May 13, 2005. Dooley Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

LOIS WINANS - 1922-2005
COLUMBUS — Lois Winans, 82, of Columbus, died Thursday, March 31, at Doctor’s Hospital West in Columbus.
She was born Sept. 6, 1922 in Paulding, the daughter of Paul and Trix Bybee. On Jan. 1, 1942, she married Richard “Dick” Winans, who preceded her in death Aug. 8, 2003. She was employed by Doctor’s Hospital North for 25 years and retired as admitting director. She had a great sense of humor, love of family, and the Ohio State Buckeyes. She is survived by a daughter, Mary Jeanne Winans of Columbus; two sons, Rick (Linda) Winans of Houston, Texas and John Winans of Columbus; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Also preceding her in death was a grandson, J.R. Winans; and three sisters. Services were held April 3, at the Jerry Spears Funeral Home in Columbus, with the Rev. Mandy Rice officiating.

GENE BOND - 1937-2005
ANTWERP — Eugene “Gene” Bond, 67, of Antwerp, passed away suddenly at 10:49 a.m. Monday, May 16, at Defiance Regional Medical Center.
He was born Nov. 16, 1937, the son of Arthur and Catherine (Sullivan) Bond. He had served in the U.S. Air Force. On Sept. 12, 1964, he married Helen Shindler, who survives in Defiance. He was employed as an electrician for 39 years at GM Central Foundry-Powertrain in Defiance, retiring in 1995. He was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Defiance and the U.A.W.
Also surviving are a daughter, Lisa (Patrick) Collins of Fort Wayne; two sons, Kevin (Laura) Bond of Payne and Steven (Becky) Bond of Toledo; three sisters, Carolyn Wickley of Warren, Ohio, Tricia Seidel of Hockessin, Del., and Marlene (Juan) Soliz of Defiance; two brothers, Ken (Peggy) Bond of Defiance and Mike (Debbie) Bond of Lakewood, Ohio; and eight grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father and a grandson. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Friday, May 20, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Defiance, with Father Tim Kummerer officiating. Burial was May 21 in the Riverside Cemetery, Defiance, where VFW Post 3360 conducted military rites. Lawson-Roessner Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Preferred memorials are to the American Heart Association.

MARJORIE DIX - 1920-2005
PAULDING — Marjorie A. Dix, 84, died Thursday, May 19, at Regency Place, Fort Wayne.
She was born Sept. 26, 1920, in Napoleon, the daughter of Charles and Rosa (Waxler) Teeple. On Oct. 30, 1937, she married Edgar E. Dix, who preceded her in death on March 26, 2003. She was a hairdresser for Dixie Lin Beauty Shop, retiring in 1974. She was a member of the FOE #2405 Auxiliary. Surviving are three sons, Ron (Eva) Dix of Paris, Tenn., Roger (Carol) Dix of Paulding, and James Dix of Cecil; a daughter, Linda (William) Barker of Denver, N.C.; four sisters, Hilda Poulter of Paulding, Wanda Mack of Apopka, Fla., Bernadette Reed of Hicksville, and Geraldine Snyder, Leesburg, Fla.; 11 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were two brothers, James and Gaylord Reed; three sisters, Vevah Ream, Lucille Gutman and Edna Campbell; and two sons, Roger Lee in 1938 and Jerry Edgar in 1952. Services were held Saturday, May 21, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding with Pastor Ron Miller officiating. Burial was in the Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding. Preferred memorials are to Hospice.

GERALD
EAGLESON
1920-2005
FORT WAYNE – Gerald R. Eagleson, 85, died at 3:07 a.m. Friday, May 27, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born Feb. 18, 1920 in Payne, the son of Ralph B. and Edith E. (Pemberton) Eagleson. On June 1, 1946 he married Ercel M. Foreman, who preceded him in death Oct. 26, 2004. He was a self-employed carpenter and plasterer, retiring in 1976. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II.
Surviving are one daughter, Linda (Steve) Parker of Angola, Ind.; and four granddaughters, Karen (Ken) Whitmire, Beth Parker, Kim Parker and Christine Parker, all of Angola.
He also was preceded in death by a brother, Edward Eagleson.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. today, June 1, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding. Burial will be in Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne, where the Payne American Legion Post 297 will conduct military graveside rites.
Visitation is one hour before services today.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

SARA ENGLISH
FORT WAYNE — Sara M. English, 85, died Saturday, May 21, 2005, at Parkview Hospital.
She was born in Oakwood, the daughter of Frank and Gail Carnahan. She was a lifelong hairdresser and a member of Calvary Third Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by her husband, William D. English of New Haven; two sons, Michael D. English of New Haven and Steven P. English of Fort Wayne; four daughters, Diane Lawerence of New Haven, and Debra Worrell, Denise Gillenwater and Dorothy Biddle, all of Fort Wayne; 16 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Elizabeth Goodenough, Ann Freshwater and Eleanor Fellers, all of Paulding, and Dorothy Lothamer of Fort Wayne; and a brother, Paul Carnahan, also of Paulding.
Preceding her in death were three sisters, Alvilda Williams, Jessie Stauffer and Laura Marvin.
A memorial service was held Tuesday, May 24 at the Calvary Third Presbyterian Church in Fort Wayne. Burial was in the Greenlawn Memorial Park in Fort Wayne. D.O. McComb and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Calvary Third Presbyterian Church Foundation.

DORSELENE
GUNDERMAN
1921-2005
PAULDING – Dorselene M. Gunderman, 84, died at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 28, at the Laurels of Defiance.
She was born May 6, 1921 in Paulding County, the daughter of Jay and Pearl (Ludwig) Holmes. She was raised by her grandparents, Thomas and May Ludwig. On Oct. 7, 1941, she married Ernest D. Gunderman, who preceded her in death Dec. 24, 1995. She was a homemaker and worked for the former Paulding Greenhouse, retiring in 1970.
Surviving are two sons, Terry (Judy) Gunderman of Paulding and Jim (Ellen) Gunderman of Whitehouse; a daughter, Carol (James) Lescher of Naperville, Ill.; seven grandchildren; a sister, Delores (Nelson) Stoller of Paulding; a half-sister, Patricia (Ivan) Arend of Paulding; and a half-brother, Jack (Phyllis) Hoffman of Paulding.
She also was preceded in death by a half-brother, Junior Hoffman.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 2, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding. Burial will be in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding.
Visitation is from 4:30-9 p.m. today, June 1, at the funeral home, and from 9 a.m. until service time on Thursday.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

LOIS HEPHNER
1930-2005
PAULDING — Lois Elizabeth Hephner, 75, died at 7:15 a.m. Thursday, May 26, at her home.
She was born Feb. 11, 1930, in Athens, Ala., the daughter of Charles R. and Bertha L. (Landers) Willett. On May 11, 1968, she married Kenneth L. Hephner, who preceded her in death on March 1, 1970. She was a cook for the former Paulding County Home, Paulding.
Surviving are two sons, Robert (Rose) Boyd and Tom (Jackie) Boyd, both of Paulding; two daughters, Marilyn (David) Sanchez, Paulding, and Ellen (Ron) Stahl of Oakwood; a brother, Paul Willett, Cleveland, Miss.; a sister, Margaret (Bill) Ratliff of Mountain Grove, Mo.; 18 grandchildren; and 38 great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were a son, Roy Boyd II; three brothers, Charles Lewis “Booster” Willett, James “Bill” Willett, and Frank Willett; a sister, Martha Shelton; and a great-grandson, Austin Tritsch.
Services were held Saturday, May 28, at Den Herder Funeral Home. Burial was in the Paulding Memorial Cemetery.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

KENNETH McCLURE
1952-2005
VAN WERT – Kenneth E. McClure, 53, of Van Wert, died at 4:07 a.m. Friday, May 27. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

EDWARD
MERRIMAN
1915-2005
OAKWOOD – Edward G. Merriman, 89, died at 9 p.m. Friday, May 27, at Harborside Healthcare in Defiance.
He was born Sept. 18, 1915 in Allen County, Ind., the son of Carl and Edith (Peckhart) Merriman. He married Beatrice Stahl, who preceded him in death in 1987. He was a dragline operator for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, retiring in 1978. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II.
Surviving are one son, Gary (Dee) Mason of Oakwood; two stepdaughters, Mary (Albert) Monroe of Paulding, and Joann (Richard) Martin of Reading, Mich.; three sisters, Emma Porter and Georgia Geren, both of Oakwood, and Jeanne (Lee) Britsch of Cloverdale; one brother, Merle Merriman of Convoy; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He also was preceded in death by two stepdaughters, Shirley Jean Mason and Judy Kay Plotts; a stepson, Billy Mason; two brothers, Leo and Bruce Merriman; and a sister, Hilda Geren.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. today, June 1, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding with Robert Merriman officiating. Burial will be in the Little Auglaize Cemetery, Melrose, with military graveside services conducted.
Visitation is one hour before services today at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials are to the Salvational Army.

TOM VANCE
1952-2005
PAULDING – Tom L. Vance, 52, died at 4:55 a.m. Tuesday, May 24, from injuries sustained in an auto accident near Toledo.
He was born Sept. 7, 1952, in Paulding, the son of Dale and Marie W. (Knapp) Vance. He was retired from GM Powertrain in Defiance with 30 years of service, and was a member of Friends United Methodist Church, Latty. He was an avid Cleveland Indians fan.
He is survived by his father, Dale Vance, Paulding; three brothers, Robert (Linda) Vance, Bill (Patricia) Vance, and Larry D. Vance, all of Paulding; and three sisters, Connie (Frank) Starkey of Sherwood, Patty (Bill) Darrow of Bryan, and Janet (Bill) Lawson, Fort Wayne; and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Marie Vance; and a nephew.
Funeral services were held Saturday, May 28 at Friends United Methodist Church, Latty, with Pastor Deborah Frysinger officiating. Burial was in St. Paul Cemetery. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, was in charge of the arrangements.
Donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

LOWELL
WARNER
1934-2005
OAKWOOD – Lowell G. Warner, 70, died at 6:23 p.m. Saturday, May 28, at his residence following an extended illness.
He was born July 11, 1934 in Paulding County, the son of Lowell G. and Lillie M. (Stittsworth) Warner. On April 24, 1982 he married La Donna M. Heidenescher, who survives.
He retired in 1994 from the U.S. Postal Service as postmaster-letter carrier for the Cecil Post Office. He retired from Brune Printing Co. of Paulding in 1982. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army from 1955-57. He was the former Paulding County Veteran Service Officer. He was a member of the Paulding VFW Post 587 and a member of the American Legion Giltz-Brown Post 341 of Oakwood. He was a former trustee for the Paulding County Hospital. He served on the Oakwood Village Council. He was a member of the Second Baptist Church of Defiance, where he served as deacon. He coached and umpired softball and was an avid bowler.
Also surviving are a son, Dick (Cathy) Warner of Fort Wayne; two daughters, Teresa (Shawn) Wythe of Trussville, Ala., and Natalie (Dennis) Merriman of Defiance; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three brothers, Frank Warner of Paulding, Jim (Sharon) Warner of Toledo and Andy Warner of Fort Wayne; and three sisters, Patsy Hagen of Alma, Mich., Pearl (Beau) Duncil of Upper Sandusky, and Thelma (Mark) Schere of Toledo.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Carolee.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 3 in the Second Baptist Church in Defiance. Pastor Max Begley will officiate. Burial will be in Sherman Cemetery, Oakwood, at a later date, with military graveside rites conducted by Oakwood American Legion and Paulding VFW.
Visitation is from 2:30-9 p.m. Thursday, June 2, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, and at the church from 10-11 a.m. before services on Friday.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society or the Paulding County Area Visiting Nurses-Hospice.

LOIS BIDLACK
1935-2005
COARSEGOLD, Calif. — Lois E. (Stover) Bidlack, 70, a former resident of Oakwood, died on June 3 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fresno.
She was born Feb. 4, 1935, in Oakwood, the daughter of E.J. and Louise Stover, who both preceded her in death. In 1953, she married Dr. Donald E. Bidlack of Oakwood, who survives in Coarsegold.
Also surviving are a son, David Bidlack of Moretown, Vt.; two daughters, Marci (Jerry) Ketterer of Del Rio, Texas and Cinda (Greg) Shaw of Davis, Calif.; four grandchildren; two brothers, Dick Stover of Drummond, Mont. and Roger (Joyce) Stover of Continental; three sisters, Anna Lee (Don) Adams and Susie (Dennis) Thrasher, both of Oakwood and Joanne (Walter) Diamond of Defiance.
A memorial service will be held in Oakwood at a later date.
Preferred memorials are to the Oakhurst Evangelical Free Church Building Fund, P. O. Box 1476, Oakhurst, Calif., 93644.

ROBERT BRANDT
1942-2005
VAN WERT — Robert L. Brandt, 62, of Van Wert, died at 5:05 p.m. Monday, May 30, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne from complications of a stroke.
He was born Oct. 3, 1942, in Darke County, the son of Robert L. Sr. and Glenna Mae (Hill) Brandt. On Aug. 1, 1964, he married Marilyn Hartman, who survives. He was a 1959 graduate of Ansonia High School, and a 1963 graduate of Ohio State University with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural education and finance. In 1965, he received a master’s degree in educational administration from Michigan State University, and also earned an educational specialist’s degree from the University of Cincinnati. He was a life-long farmer and had 39 years of public school experience, 27 as superintendent of Vantage Career Center in Van Wert.
He was an active member of the St. Thomas Lutheran Church of Ohio City for 25 years, serving as past church president, elder, and Sunday School superintendent. He was the past president of the Van Wert County United Way, owner of Rural Energy Products, a member of the Rotary, Chamber of Commerce, National Federation of Independent Business, past president of Ohio Association of Joint Vocational School Superintendents and the Council on Rural Services.
He also had been a member of Future Farmers of America, receiving an honorary chapter farmer degree from the Spencerville and Vantage FFAs, and honorary state FFA degrees for leadership. He was a past 4-H and junior fair adviser, a member of Farm Bureau and the Farm Focus Committee, and had been a vocational agriculture teacher.
Also surviving are his mother, of Greenville; two daughters, Kimberly L. Brandt of Washington, D.C. and Tamara S. Brandt of Los Angeles; a brother, Don Brandt; and a sister, Mary Ann (Neil) O’Brien of Albuquerque.
Services were held Saturday, June 4, at St. Thomas Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Timothy Simms officiating. Burial was in Evangelical Protestant Cemetery, Van Wert County. Cowan & Sons Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Ohio Future Farmers of America or The Lutheran Hour.
Condolences may be emailed to staywarm@earthlink.net.

SARA ENGLISH
An obituary for Sara M. English published in last week’s Progress omitted the name of one of her sisters who preceded her in death, Evelyn Andrews. We regret the error.

MARIE
FRANKLIN
1952-2005
PAYNE — Marie Angela Franklin, 52, died at 5:29 a.m., June 6, at the V.A. Medical Center in Ann Arbor, Mich.
She was born Aug. 31, 1952, in Quebec, Canada, the daughter of Robert E. and Helen M. (Bogdanski) Franklin, who survive in Payne. She was a veteran of the U.S. Army where she served as a captain in the U.S. Medical Corps. She was a critical care nurse in California for 18 years, at Walter Reed Hospital for two years, and most recently at St. Vincent Hospital in Toledo.
She is also survived by a brother, James Robert Franklin, also of Payne; and a dear aunt, Theresa Lisniewski of Ridge, N.Y.
Services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, June 10, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Payne, with the Rev. G. Allan Fillman officiating. Burial will be in the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery with military graveside rites.
Hours of visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m., with a Rosary Service at 8 p.m., Thursday, June 9, at Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home in Payne.
Donations may be made to Masses, the St. John’s Catholic School in Payne, or the American Cancer Society.

ROBERT
GRIMES
1916-2005
OAKWOOD – Robert W. Grimes, 88, died at 6:37 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at Brookview Healthcare Center in Defiance.
He was born July 26, 1916 in Oakwood, the son of Frank and Myrta (Adams) Grimes. He was a retired farmer and served with the Army Corps of Engineers in World War II, serving in Normandy, northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe. He was in Company B 88th Engineer (Heavy Pontoon) Battalion. He was a member of Oakwood American Legion.
Surviving are three brothers, Donald Grimes of Paulding, John Grimes of Defiance and Archie Grimes of Jewell; two sisters, Elsie Mae (William) Harshman of Angola, Ind. and Laura (Jack) Bosh of Defiance; and 17 nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Lois Heilshorn; and a brother, Verlin Grimes.
Services will be at 11 a.m. today, June 8, at Heitmeyer Funeral Home in Oakwood. Burial will be in Sherman Cemetery, Oakwood, with Oakwood American Legion performing graveside military rites.
Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. today at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials are to the Alzheimer’s Association or Defiance County Hospice.
Condolences may be sent to www.heitmeyerfuneral.com.

RITA MILLER
1917-2005
GROVER HILL – Rita B. Miller, 87, of Grover Hill, died at 10:45 p.m. Sunday, June 5 at Lincolnway Nursing Home in Middle Point.
She was born Dec. 20, 1917 in Ottoville, the daughter of Jacob and Emma J. (John) Thitoff. On June 20, 1942, she married John C. Miller, who preceded her in death. She formerly worked at Paulding County Board of Elections and Goddard’s Grocery in Grover Hill. She was a member of St. John Catholic Church in Delphos and Grover Hill VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She spent many evenings bowling, enjoyed knitting and crocheting, and loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Surviving are four sons, Larry (Deb) Miller of Van Wert, Lonnie (Sue) Miller and Jim (Mary Jo) Miller, both of Grover Hill, and Roger (Deb) Miller of Convoy; a brother, Donald “Pug” (Margaret) Thitoff of Celina; a sister, Agnes Stewart of Delphos; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were four brothers, Pete, Syl, Vince and Dick Thitoff; and one great-grandchild.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 9, at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home in Van Wert, with the Rev. Paul Miller and Father Thomas Gorman officiating. Burial will be in Middle Creek Cemetery, Grover Hill.
Visitation is from 2-8 p.m. today, June 8, at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society or Grover Hill Fire and EMS.

CATHY PUTMAN
1953-2005
ANTWERP — Cathy Sue Putman, 52, of Antwerp, died on Monday, May 30, as the result of injuries received in an automobile accident.
She was born March 21, 1953, in Defiance, the daughter of William and Helen (Upton) Homan. On Aug. 19, 1979, she married Jim Putman, who survives. She was a 1971 graduate of Continental High School, was employed at Allied Moulded Products in Bryan. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Also surviving are a son, Thomas Putman of Antwerp; a daughter, Gail Sue (Ben) Hodson of Perrysburg; a brother, Bill Homan of Defiance; two sisters, Cindy Whittecar of Fort Wayne and Judy (Dave) Wagner of Sundance, Wyo.; two grandsons, Tyler and Dylan Hodson of Perrysburg; two nieces and two nephews.
Preceding her in death were her mother and a sister, Nancy Homan.
Services were held Friday, June 3, at Burr Funeral Home and Crematory, Sherwood, with Dennis Taylor officiating. Burial was in the Monroe Cemetery in Continental.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Tyler & Dylan Hodson Education Fund.
Online condolences may be sent to the family or the guest book may be signed at www.burrfh.com.

JACK
STABLER
1922-2005
MESA, Ariz. — Jack F. Stabler, 83, a resident of Mesa, Ariz. for the last 17 years, was tragically killed in a car crash on May 6, in Gilbert, Ariz.
He was born March 1, 1922, in Payne, the third son and the fourth of five children of Oscar James and Pearl Belle (Dinger) Stabler. He was a veteran of WWII, serving as a gunnery sergeant in the Pacific Theatre. He was employed as a chemist for Dow Chemical in Midland, Mich.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Agnes Stabler, who continues to recover nicely from injuries resulting from the car accident; four children; Maryann (Paul) Marshall of Midland, Mich., Mark (Karen) Stabler, Laurie (Ed) Hancock of Mesa, Ariz., and John (Melissa) Stabler of Salt Lake City; 22 grandchildren; and 31 great-grandchildren. He will be missed and forever remembered by his family and friends.
Services were held Friday, June 3, at the LDS Park Center Ward Building in Mesa. Bunker’s Garden Chapel in Mesa was in charge of the arrangements.

WILLIAM BERENYI
1926-2005
ANTWERP – William A. Berenyi, 78, of Antwerp, passed away at 6:10 p.m. Sunday, June 12, at Community Memorial Hospital in Hicksville.
He was born June 17, 1926, in Wadsworth, Ohio, the son of Gabor and Elizabet (Bugner) Berenyi. In 1948, he married Ruby Houlton, who survives. He was employed at American Hoist in Fort Wayne for 30 years and then worked at Dotco in Fort Wayne. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Antwerp, and the Auglaize Valley Airstream Club. He was an avid fisherman and loved to garden and cook.
He will be sadly missed by his wife, Ruby; his daughters, Linda Kos of New Haven and Rebecca Geyer of Antwerp; a sister, Vera Miller of Hicksville; a brother, Joe Berenyi of Saginaw, Mich.; nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a son, Andy; and three brothers, Stephen, Gabor and Frank.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 16, at Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp. Burial will be in Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp.
Hours of visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. today, June 15, and one hour prior to services.
Preferred memorials may be made to the church or American Cancer Society.
Online condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

CLARA DYE
1919-2005
FINDLAY — Clara Marie Dye, 86, of Findlay, formerly of Paulding, died at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at the Birchhaven Retirement Village of Findlay, where she was a resident.
She was born March 2, 1919, the daughter of Paul F. and Bertha L. (Mabis) Zielke. On Aug. 16, 1946, he married Joe I. Dye, who preceded her in death July 16, 1999. She was a homemaker and was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Upper Sandusky, Ohio.
Surviving are a son, Joe F. (Pam) Dye of Findlay; a granddaughter, Laurie M. Dye and a grandson, Joe C. Dye, both of Findlay; a sister, Marietta (Frank) Harper of Paulding; two brothers, Ray (Loretta) Zielke of Paulding and Wayne (Mary Jane) Zielke of Antwerp.
Also preceding her in death were two brothers, Carl and Alvin Zielke.
Services were held Tuesday, June 14, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Mark Brodbeck officiating. Burial was in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding.
Preferred memorials are to the Alzheimer’s Unit of Birchhaven.

HERBERT
FOOR
1923-2005
PAYNE – Herbert Lowell Foor, age 82, of Payne, passed away at 6 a.m. Friday, June 10, while in the company of his family at his residence.
He was born Feb. 20, 1923 in Adams County, Ind., the son of George M. and Orvilla Mae (Warner) Foor. He served as a fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force as a 2nd Lt. in WWII, when he was held as a POW in Romania. In 1943, he married Frances Ray, who preceded in death in 1952. In 1954, he married Jean Marie Everett, who survives. He was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Payne and its Eveready Sunday School Class, and the Association of Former POWs in Romania. Herb continued being a pilot long after his experience in the Air Force. He was a valued employee at Phelps Dodge Fort Wayne for 42 years.
Herb will be sadly missed by his wife, Jean; a daughter, Gayle I. (Chuck) Corkwell of Indianapolis; a son, Kenneth W. (Jackie) Foor of Payne; seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.
Also preceding him in death was a sister, Cleo Ehrsam; and three brothers Merle, George “Bob” and Glenn.
Services were held Tuesday, June 14 at St. Paul United Methodist Church, Payne, with the Rev. Amy Haines officiating. Burial was in Lehman Cemetery, Payne. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, was in charge of arrangements.
In his memory, contributions may be made to the church.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

MARY FULLER
1922-2005
OAKWOOD — Mary E. Fuller, 83, died at 9:17 a.m. Monday, June 13, at the Paradise Oaks Healthcare Center in Cloverdale.
She was born Jan. 3, 1922, in Mezokovesd, Hungary, the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Kist) Pota. On Aug. 31, 1941, she married Wilbur Fuller, who preceded her in death in March, 1999. She was a 1940 graduate of Oakwood High School. She retired as a teller and assistant cashier for the former Oakwood Deposit Bank, following 45 years of service. She was a member of the Oakwood E.U.B. Church, a former member of the Rebekah Lodge, a former village clerk for Oakwood, a former member of the Oakwood PTA, taught Sunday School for many years, and was an avid bowler.
Surviving are a son, Darhl E. (Joyce) Fuller of Oakwood; a daughter, Linda (Ron) Lomont of New Haven; a sister, Barbara Falba of Fort Wayne; a brother, Leo (Nelda) Brenizer; six grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death was a brother.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 16, at the Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Oakwood with the Rev. Terry Porter officiating. Burial will be in the Sherman Cemetery in Oakwood.
Hours of visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. today, June 15, at Heitmeyer Funeral Home in Oakwood, and one hour prior to services at the church.
Preferred memorials are to the Oakwood Park Board for park improvements.

WALTER
JORDAN JR.
1939-2005
PAULDING — Walter M. Jordan Jr., 66, died at 8:41 a.m. Saturday, June 11, at his residence.
He was born Jan. 19, 1939, in Fort Wayne, the son of Walter M. and Leona M. (Herron) Jordan Sr., who survive in Paulding. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines, where he was involved in communications, band/drum and bugle corps, military police, cook, boxer, announcer and master of ceremonies, as well as a water safety instructor. He attended college in San Diego and owned a jewelry store and an auto dealership. He was credit card service manager for Home Depot.
Also surviving are a son, Jimmy Jordan, and a daughter, Joyce Jordan, both of Florida; a sister, Joyce Truitt, Paulding; three brothers, Reginald (Sharon) Jordan, Fort Wayne, Bruce (Brenda) Jordan, Defiance, and Paul (Lewisene) Jordan, Lafayette Hill, Pa.; and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by an infant sister, Bessie M. Jordan.
There will be no funeral services or visitation. Burial will be at a later date in Abbot Cemetery, Haviland. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, is handling the arrangements.

ANTHONY SAYLOR
1972-2005
ANTWERP — Anthony “Tony” Lee Saylor, 33, died Wednesday afternoon, June 8, at his residence.
He was born Feb. 20, 1972, in Paulding County, the son of Dennis and Karen (Wilhelm) Saylor. He was a supervisor for CBS Boring and Machine Company of Defiance.
Surviving are a daughter, Paige Saylor of Woodburn, Ind.; his father and stepmother, Dennis and Penny Saylor of Payne; his mother, Karen Begley of Clearwater, Fla.; two brothers, Brian (Marian) Saylor and Zachary Saylor, both of Payne; three sisters, Christina (Scott) Kushion of Lansing, Mich., Nichole (Eddie) Worrell of Fort Wayne, and Jenelle (Curt) Hershberger of Grover Hill; and stepgrandparents, Loretta Wyss of Fort Wayne and Elmer Conley of Payne.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur and Mary Saylor and Robert and Mildred Wilhelm.
Services were held Tuesday, June 14, at the Payne Church of the Nazarene, with Pastor Michael Harper officiating. Burial was in the Wiltsie Cemetery in Payne. Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home in Payne was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Anthony Lee Saylor’s daughter, Paige Saylor.

ARTHUR
THOMAS
1919-2005
PAULDING — Arthur G. Thomas, 85, died at 5:23 p.m. Sunday, June 12, at his son’s residence.
He was born June 23, 1919, in Paulding County, the son of Harry and Molly Belle (Bushey) Thomas. On Aug. 2, 1941, he married Elma (Ozie) Simmons, who preceded him in death in 1998. He was a WWII U.S. Army veteran and a member of the Ohio National Guard. He was employed at General Portland Cement, Paulding, retiring in 1982, following 26 years of service. He was a member of the Paulding Church of the Nazarene.
Surviving are two sons, Harry (Betty) Thomas of Hicksville and Roger (Sharon) Thomas of Findlay; a sister, Mildred Grimes of Paulding; seven grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
Also preceding him in death were a son, Charles R. Thomas; three brothers, Harold, Paul and Charles Thomas; two sisters, Ilo Boyd and Arvilla Hobbs; and a great-grandson, Jonathan Davis.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. today, June 15, at the Paulding Church of the Nazarene, with Pastor David Dooley and the Rev. John Hobbs officiating. Burial will be in Live Oak Cemetery with military graveside services. Den Herder Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials may be made to the Paulding Church of the Nazarene.

MARK
COIL
1962-2005
PAULDING — Mark A. Coil, 42, died at 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 13, at Paulding County Hospital.
He was born Dec. 19, 1962, in Paulding, the son of Harry H. and Leanna (Hildebrand) Coil Sr. In 2001, he married Beverly Shirk, who survives in Paulding. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was previously employed by Air-Way Manufacturing in Edgerton, Ohio.
Also surviving are his mother, Leanna Coil, Paulding; a son, Christopher Coil, Paulding; two daughters, Taylor and Jennifer, of Paulding; three brothers, Harry Jr. of Defiance, Jim Coil of Convoy, and Russell Coil of Paulding; four sisters, Margaret “Peg” (David) Vaughn of Sherwood, Carolyn (William) Wieland of Cecil, and Jane Ballow and Sue Coil, both of Hicksville; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father.
There will be no funeral or visitation. Burial will be at a later date. Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding handled the arrangements.
Donations may be made to Mark Coil Family, c/o Jane Ballow, 327 Meuse Argonne Ave., Hicksville, Ohio, 43526.

BETTY KECK GILLET
1930-2005
PAULDING — Betty D. Keck Gillet, 75, died Sunday, June 19, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne.
She was born March 12, 1930, in Melrose, the daughter of Ora “Edgar” and Nellie (Densmore) Doster. On Sept. 7, 1948, she married Roy Keck, who preceded her in death on May 5, 1976. On June 20, 1981, she married James Orlando Gillet, who survives in Paulding. She was a homemaker.
Also surviving are a son, James (Linda) Keck of Defiance; three daughters, Joyce Keck of Paulding, Carolyn (Paul) Jones of Latty, and Marsha (Jerry) Mericle of Huntertown, Ind.; a brother, Edgar Milton Doster, Paulding; a sister, Edith Sholl of Defiance; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death was a great-grandson, Derek Gebhart.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 23, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, with the Rev. Pat Holt officiating. Burial will be in Hedges Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. today, June 22, at Den Herder Funeral Home.
Donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

DONALD
HARTSOCK
1921-2005
PAYNE – Donald H. “Doc” Hartsock, 84, Payne, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away surrounded by his family on Thursday, June 16, at Dallas Lamb Foundation.
He was born Feb. 18, 1921 in Coburn, Va., the son of Samuel and Elizabeth (Holbrook) Hartsock. On June 13, 1942, he married Ruth L. Field, who survives. He was a sergeant in the U.S. Army in World War II, where he fought in the Battle of Normandy as a member of the 82nd Tank Destroyer BN. He received the Army Meritorious Medal and an Army Commendation Medal. He was a self-employed carpenter and retired from Clark Equipment in Lima. He was a life member of the American Legion in Delphos, a life member of VFW Post 3035 in Delphos, the Marion Baptist Church in Delphos and Payne Church of the Nazarene.
Also surviving are three sons, William (Chris) Hartsock of Lima, Robert Hartsock of Payne and David Hartsock of North Olmstead; one daughter, Linda Hartsock of Delphos; 11 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and five great-stepgrandchildren.
He was preceded in death by four brothers, Lee, Ernest, Arnold and Leslie; three sisters, Maxie Phipps, Mae Sutherland and Dorothy Foxwell; and one great-grandson, Phillip Dudgeon.
Services were held Monday, June 20 at Payne Church of the Nazarene, with Pastor Michael Harper officiating. Burial was in Walnut Grove Cemetery, with military graveside rites by the Delphos Veterans Council. Harter & Schier Funeral Home, Delphos, was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Payne Church of the Nazarene or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

MICHAEL LUMPKINS
1977-2005
PAYNE: Michael E. Lumpkins, age 28, died Tuesday, June 12, in Payne.
He was born Jan. 11, 1977, in Portsmouth, Va., the son of Eddie Guy and Mildred Irene (Snapp) Lumpkins.
He is survived by his father, Eddie (Kathy) Lumpkins, Keystone Heights, Fla.; his mother, Mildred (Richard) Rotzoll, Payne; a son, Micah Guy Lumpkins, Payne, a sister, Michelle (Andrew) Carey, Payne; and step-grandmother, Jean Foster, Janesville, Wis.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Marvin and Leoma Snapp, and Eddie and Dorothy Lumpkins; and step-grandfather, Kenneth Foster.
Services will be scheduled at a later date. There will be no visitation. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, is handling arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the Michael Lumpkins family.

ELEANOR NOFFSINGER
1929-2005
OAKWOOD —Eleanor M. Noffsinger, 75, of Oakwood, died at 12:28 p.m. Thursday, June 16, at Defiance Regional Medical Center in Defiance.
She was born Aug. 28, 1929, in Putnam County, the daughter of Waldo John and Clara (Morgan) Williams. On Feb. 19, 1949, she married Raymond C. Noffsinger, who preceded her in death May 9, 1992. She was a homemaker/domestic, and a member of Melrose United Methodist Church.
She is survived by three sons, Ray of Hamilton, Ala., and Steven and Mark Noffsinger, both of Defiance; two daughters, Elaine Shank of Oakwood, and Cheryl (Thomas) McMillen of Defiance; a brother, Virgil Williams of Columbus, Ga.; a sister, Marguerite (Maurice) Hancock of Defiance; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were a son, Darl Noffsinger; a grandson; and two sisters, Annabell Feeney and Jean Wolfe.
Services were held Monday, June 20, at the Mast-Mock-Hoffman Funeral Home in Defiance, with the Rev. Bob Parker officiating. Burial was in the Sherman Cemetery in Paulding County.
Preferred memorials are to the Melrose United Methodist Church or to the donor’s choice.

ROBERT PHILLIPS
1920-2005
CECIL — Robert P. Phillips, 84, died Monday, June 20, at Park View Nursing Center in Edgerton, Ohio.
He was born July 20, 1920 in Paulding County, the son of Perry and Alice (Phillips) Jackson. In 1942, he married Dorothy DeMuth, who preceded him in death in 1979. In 1980, he married Lucille Reed, who preceded him in death in 1999. He was a lifetime farmer.
Surviving are two daughters, Joy (Ralph) DeMuth of Hicksville and Sue (Charles) Rider of Dayton; a son, Wayne Reed of Celina; 10 grandchildren; and 22 great grandchildren.
Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. today, June 22, at Smith & Brown Funeral Home in Hicksville. Visitation will be prior to services beginning at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Rochester Cemetery in Paulding County.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Cecil Presbyterian Church.

SANDRA SAUDER
1938-2005
PAYNE — Sandra A. Sauder, 66, died at 9:50 a.m. Thursday, June 16, at Van Crest Health Care Center in Van Wert.
She was born on Oct. 10, 1938, in Marion, Ohio, the daughter of Luther Henry and Rozelda C. (Otto) Hunt, who both preceded her in death. On Aug. 26, 1961, she married Robert W, Sauder, who preceded her in death on Nov. 1, 1986. She was formerly employed as an aide for Van Wert Manor, Van Wert and Dallas Lamb Foundation in Payne.
Surviving are a son, Robert “Tad” (Tammy) Sauder of Van Wert,; two daughters, Wendy (Rick Stutz, fiancé) Sauder of Ohio City and Vickie (Chris) Rhoades, Convoy; three brothers, James (Hilda) Hunt and Martin (Judy) Hunt, of Antwerp, and William (Suzi) Hunt of Cecil; seven sisters, Nancy (George) Burns of Butler, Ind, Melissa (Todd) Giradot, Laurenda (Roland) Gibson, Lesa Sue Hunt, Rebecca Hunt, and Peggy (Bob) Johnson, all of Antwerp and Kathy (Jerry) Mauldin of Cecil; eight grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.
Services were held Tuesday, June 21, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. Gregory Swann officiating. Burial was in the Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society, American Heart Fund or American Diabetes Association.

MARY SHERMAN
1908-2005
OAKWOOD — Mary Elizabeth Sherman, 97, of Oakwood, died at 1:25 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, at the Laurels of Defiance.
She was born Feb. 20, 1908, in Hicksville, the daughter of James Elton and Carrie Iona (Bauserman) Brown. On June 25, 1927, she married Carl William Sherman, who preceded her in death May 12, 1978. She was a homemaker and a member of the Melrose United Methodist Church.
Surviving are a son, Darrel E. (Gloria) Sherman of Sun City Center, Fla.; a granddaughter, Kim E. Sherman, of Westerville; and a grandson, John W. Sherman of River view, Fla.
Also preceding her in death were seven brothers, George, John, Dale, Raymond, Kenneth, Everett and Bob Brown.
Services were held Friday, June 17, at Heitmeyer Funeral Home in Oakwood. Burial was in the Sherman Cemetery, Oakwood.
Preferred memorials are to the John Milton Society for Blindness.
Condolences may be sent to www.heitmeyerfuneralhome.com

NED GARVER
1957-2005
PAULDING — Ned Allen Garver, 48, died Saturday June 25, in Paulding.
He was born June 25, 1957, in Bryan, the son of Richard O. and Iva M. (Monroe) Garver.
He is survived by his father, Richard (Betty) Garver of Bryan; his mother, Iva Garver of Paulding; a daughter, Heather (David) Doolittle of Angola, Ind.; and a grandson, Brennen Doolittle of Angola, Ind.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Dawnette Aldred.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, June 30, at Den Herder Funeral Home with Ada Burk officiating. Burial will be in Paulding Memorial Cemetery.
Hours of visitation will be from 2-9 p.m., today, Wednesday, June 29 and 9 a.m., Thursday until time of services at Den Herders.
Preferred memorials are to the Ned Garver family.

OSWIN SIDLE
1918-2005
VAN WERT — Oswin C. “Carl” Sidle, 87, of Van Wert, died at 3:55 a.m., Thursday, June 30, at the Van Crest Healthcare Center in Van Wert.
He was born Feb. 18, 1918, in Van Wert County, the son of Lee C. and Grace (Mongold) Sidle. In March, 1942, he married Pauline (Thompson) Sidle, who preceded him in death March 18, 1994. He retired from Penn Central Railroad, following 42 years of service. He was a member of the Wesley Methodist Church in Van Wert.
He is survived by three sons, Loren (Linda) Sidle, Larry (Dorothy) Sidle, and Donald (Cheryl) Sidle all of Van Wert; three daughters, Kay (Terry) Ruble, Haviland, Janet Johnson of Montpelier, and Nancy (Walter) Roehm of Rockford, Ohio; a brother, Wayne (Carol) Sidle of Van Wert; a sister, Nelleta Reidenbach of Fort Wayne; several grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and great-great- grandchildren.
Services were held July 2, at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home in Van Wert, with the Rev. Rick Adams and Rev. Paul Miller officiating. Burial was in the Woodland cemetery, Van Wert.
Online condolences may be sent to agfh@bright.net.

ALTA BAKER
1908-2005
VAN WERT – Alta M. Baker, 97, formerly of Ohio City, died at 8:10 p.m. Thursday, June 30, at Hearth & Home in Van Wert.
She was born Dec. 21, 1908 in Paulding County, the daughter of Basil and Lettie M. (Hooker) Williamson. On Dec. 23, 1925, she married Earl Edison Baker, who preceded her in death Dec. 22, 1971. She was a retired farm wife who loved to garden, sew and spend time with family. She was a member of the Ohio City United Methodist Church.
Surviving are three sons, Bruce (Barbara) Baker, Tim (Jan) Baker and Darle (Linda) Baker, all of Ohio City; a son-in-law, Robert E. Laukhuf of Payne; two sisters, Ruth Sohn of Bryan and Frieda Gordon of Antwerp; 10 grandchildren, Gaye Myers, Gary laukhuf, Joel Baker, Seth Baker, Aaron Baker, Jane Cozad, Brian Baker, Brad Baker and Cindy Sinning; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were a son, Raymond; a daughter, Iris E. Laukhuf on July 2, 2000; four brothers, Frances, Clyde, Joseph and Ralph Williamson; and four sisters, Ethel Davis, Virgie Shimp, Edith Howell and Ruby Williamson.
Services were held Sunday, July 3 at Cowan & Son Funeral Home in Van Wert with Pastor Michael Waldron officiating. Burial was in Blue Creek Cemetery, Paulding County.
Preferred memorials are to Hearth & Home of Van Wert, or Ohio City United Methodist Church.

JARED HOWELL
COLUMBUS – Jared W. Howell, 26, passed away Sunday morning, June 26, 2005, at his residence at the Heinzerling Memorial Foundation in Columbus.
Jared was fortunate to be a resident of Heinzerling Memorial Foundation in Columbus, and he, along with the entire Howell family, will be eternally grateful to the care providers and administration of this tremendous care facility for the profoundly mentally handicapped. Heinzerling truly made his life “a life worth living.”
Surviving are his parents, Jacque and Terry Howell of Urbana; a brother, Andrew of Boulder, Colo.; maternal grandmother, Betty Rike of Paulding; paternal grandparents Willard and Edna Howell of Urbana; aunts and uncles, Candy Stoffel of Stratham, Ga., Greg and Linda Rike of Oxford, Miss., Nancy (Howell) and Terry Neer of Urbana, Linda (Howell) and Charles Baker of Anderson, S.C., and Tim and Vickie (Campbell) Howell of St. Paris; and cousins Katie Rike, Angie and Ethan Cox, Lyndsey Howell, Lesley Howell, Geoffery Baker, Emily Baker and Hillary Baker.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Wesley; maternal grandfather, Raymond “Pete” Rike; and cousins Andrea Stoffel and Erica Stoffel Murray.
Private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Walter-Schoedinger Funeral Home in Urbana is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers or cards, memorials may be made to The Heinzerling Memorial Foundation, 1800 Heinzerling Drive, Columbus OH, 43223.

PATRICIA LUCIUS
1932-2005
FORT MYERS, FLA. — Patricia Louise Stahl Lucius, 72, died Monday, June 27, at Lee Memorial Health Park in Fort Myers, Fla.
She was born Aug. 1, 1932, in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of Floyd and Freida (Davis) Stahl. She was a graduate of Ohio State University from the College of Dental Hygiene, and practiced Dental Hygiene until her retirement in 1995. She was a former Ohio State cheerleader and the daughter of the former Ohio State University Basketball coach. Go Buckeyes! Pat was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
She is survived by a daughter, Karen (Dan) Kemp and grandchildren, Daniel and Laura of The Woodlands, Texas; a son, James Lucius of Fort Myers; a sister, Marianne (James) Phipps of Avon Park, Fla.; and a brother, James (Shirley) Stahl of Blacklick, Ohio.
Memorial services were held June 29, in the Chapel of the Cypress Lake United Methodist Church with the Rev. Richard Dickey officiating.
Graveside services were held July 2, at Middle Creek Cemetery with Pastor Jack Berry officiating. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the local arrangements.
Pat was an active and enthusiastic volunteer in the fight against breast cancer. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in her name be sent to : Reach for Recover, % The American Cancer Society, 4575 Via Royale, Suite 110, Fort Myers, Fla., 33919.

JOHN
PFEIFFER
1916-2005
PAYNE — John M. Pfeiffer, 89, died at 7:40 a.m., Wednesday, June 29, at Paulding County Hospital.
He was born May 25, 1916, in Allen County Indiana, the son of Charles and Mary Ruth (Marshall) Pfeiffer. On Jan.1, 1941, he married Treva Allison, who preceded him in death in 2002. He was a WW II U.S. Navy veteran, and a 60 year member of the American Legion Post #297 in Payne, and a member of the St. Paul United Methodist Church in Payne.
Surviving are a son, Kent (Sherry) Pfeiffer of Wolcottville, Ind.; a daughter, Dawn (Robert) Cluts of Montgomery, Ala.; a brother,Dr. Robert T. (Isabell) Pfeiffer of Warsaw, Ind.; a sister, Mary Ruth Finister of Kokomo, Ind.; seven grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.
Services were held Saturday, July 2, at St. Paul United Methodist Church, Payne, with the Rev. Amy Haines officiating. Burial was in the Monroeville Cemetery with military graveside services provided by the Payne American Legion Post #297. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the St. Paul United Methodist Church in Payne.

MARIAN SHUHERK
1921-2005
ANTWERP – Marian E. Shuherk, 84, of Antwerp, passed away at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 30, in her home, surrounded by her family.
She was born June 14, 1921, in Antwerp, the daughter of Floyd and Jessie (Ruger) Stevenson. On Dec. 24, 1940, she married Wayne Shuherk, who survives. She was a homemaker who loved her family and enjoyed flower gardening and cross stitching. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Antwerp.
Marian and Wayne were blessed with three sons, Dennis (Nancy) of Swanton, Douglas (Linda) of New Haven and Mark (Virginia) Shuherk of Paulding. She will also be sadly missed by her sister, Maxine Ramsier of Antwerp; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a grandchild.
Services were held Sunday, July 3, at Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp, with the Rev. Jim Edwards officiating. She was laid to rest at Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp.
Memorials may be made to Antwerp EMS, Paulding County Hospital Foundation, or the First Presbyterian Church of Antwerp.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com

JOHN TROYER
1938-2005
OAKWOOD — John A. Troyer, 67, of Oakwood, died at 4:28 p.m., Wednesday, June 29, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born Jan. 4, 1938 in Putnam County, the son of John H. and Troas (Kirkendall) Troyer, who both preceded him in death. On Sept. 8, 1957, he married Linda (Stuckey) Troyer and she survives in Oakwood. He was retired from the former Phillips ECG in Ottawa and also a farmer. He was a member of the Quarter Century Club at Phillips.
Also surviving are two sons, Jeff (Annette) Troyer of Cloverdale and Greg (Brenda) Troyer of Oakwood; two brothers, Albert of Bronson, Mich. and Larry Troyer of Continental; five grandsons; and two granddaughters.
Services were held Saturday, July 2, at Heitmeyer Funeral Home in Oakwood with the Rev. Chris Baker officiating. Burial was in the Sherman Cemetery, Oakwood.
Preferred memorials are to the American Heart Association or Christ United Methodist Church in Continental.

LOIS BIDLACK
1935-2005
OAKWOOD — A memorial service for friends and family in celebration of the life of Lois E. (Stover) Bidlack, who died June 3 in California, will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 21 at the Oakwood United Methodist Church in Oakwood.
She was born Feb. 4, 1935, and graduated from Oakwood High School in 1953. She married Donald E. Bidlack, son of Gary and Cleo Bidlack of Oakwood.
Surviving are her husband, Dr. Donald Bidlack of Coarsegold, Calif.; three children, David Bidlack of Moretown Vt., Marci (Jerry) Ketterer of Del Rio, Texas and Cinda (Greg) Shaw of Davis, Calif.; two brothers, Dick (Lillian) Stover of Drummond, Mont., and Roger (Joyce) Stover of Continental; three sisters, Anna Lee (Don) Adams and Susie (Dennis) Thrasher, both of Oakwood, and Joanne (Walter) Diamond of Defiance; and four grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Suggested memorial contributions may be made in Lois’s name to either the Oakhurst Evangelical Free Church, P.O. Box 1476, Oakhurst, Calif., 93644 or to the Oakwood United Methodist Church in Oakwood.

LOLA FARRIS
1926–2005
GROVER HILL – Lola Ruth Farris, 79, died at 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, July 6, at the Van Wert County Hospital.
She was born March 2, 1926, in Chapmanville, W.Va., the daughter of Albert and Roxie (Mullins) Workman. On Sept. 18, 1945, she married Ernest Farris, who preceded her in death April 7, 2003. She was employed by the former Zeller Corporation in Defiance.
Surviving are a daughter, Linda (Keith) Miller of Grover Hill; three sons, Clifford Farris of Harts, W.Va., Cledith (Rita) Farris of Grover Hill, and Ernest (Linda) Farris Jr. of Payne; two sisters, Magnolia Heugel of Homosasa, Fla. and Jewell (William) Henson of Plant City, Fla.; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
She also was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Denver Workman.
Funeral services were held Saturday, July 9, at Den Herder Funeral Home. Burial was in the Middle Creek Cemetery in Grover Hill.
Preferred memorials are to the Alzheimer’s Association.

ETHAN MARR
1997-2005
NAPOLEON — Ethan Scott Tyler Marr, 7, of Napoleon, died Friday, July 8, as the result of an automobile accident at the intersection of U.S. 24 and Henry County Road 17 D.
He was born Sept. 22, 1997, in Napoleon, the son of Scott A. Marr and Julie C. Richmond. He was a first grade student at the West Elementary School in Napoleon.
He is survived by his father, of Napoleon; grandparents, Floyd and Mary Richmond of Holgate, Jean Ross of Liberty Center, and Eian Marr of Olympia, Wash.; and great-grandparents, Dale and Maxine Ross of Colton, Ohio.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 14, at the First Christian Church in Paulding. Burial will be in the Hedges Cemetery, Jackson Township, Paulding County.
Visitation will be from 2-9 p.m. today, July 13, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, and one hour prior to services at the church.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society-Ovarian Research, National Cystic Fibrosis Society or the Napoleon Ohio West Elementary School Library Fund.

JULIE RICHMOND
1979-2005
NAPOLEON — Julie Christina Richmond, 25, died Friday, July 8, as the result of an automobile accident which occurred at the intersection of U.S. 24 and Henry County Road 17-D.
She was born Nov. 25, 1979, in Decatur, Ind., the daughter of Floyd L. and Patricia L. (Boroff) Richmond. She was a homemaker.
She is survived by her father, Floyd L. (Mary) Richmond of Holgate; two sisters, Melissa Floyd of Napoleon and Donna (Shane) Pierce of Van Wert; two brothers, Tom Richmond of Tahlequah, Okla. and David (Pam) Richmond of Edgerton, Ohio; a stepbrother, Joseph Steel of Fort Sill, Okla.; and a stepsister, Rachel Steel of Elkhart, Ind.
Her mother, Patricia I. Richmond, and her son, Ethan Marr, also perished in the crash.
Preceding her in death were her grandparents.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 14, at the First Christian Church in Paulding. Burial will be in Hedges Cemetery, Jackson Township, Paulding County.
Visitation will be from 2-9 p.m. today, July 13, and one hour prior to services at the church.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society-Ovarian Research, National Cystic Fibrosis Society, or the Napoleon Ohio West Elementary Library Fund.

PATRICIA RICHMOND
1953-2005
NAPOLEON — Patricia Irene Richmond, 51, died Friday, July 8, as a result of an automobile accident at the intersection of U.S. 24 and Henry County Road 17-D.
She was born Aug. 24, 1953, in Paulding County, the daughter of Wilbur “Shorty” and Norma Jean (Webb) Boroff. She was the office manager for Paragon Custom Plastics of Bryan.
Surviving are a daughter, Melissa Floyd of Napoleon; a stepdaughter, Donna (Shane) Pierce of Van Wert; two stepsons, Tom Richmond of Tahlequah, Okla. and David (Pam) Richmond of Edgerton, Ohio; five brothers, David Boroff of Paulding, Gary (Tammy) Boroff of Grover Hill, Steve (Michele) Boroff of Elida, William H. (Kendra) Boroff of Mainville, Ohio and Jim (Deborah) Boroff of Van Wert; and 10 grandchildren.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 14, at the First Christian Church in Paulding. Burial will be in the Hedges Cemetery, Jackson Township, Paulding County.
Visitation will be from 2-9 p.m. today, July 13, at Den Herder Funeral Home, and one hour prior to services at the church.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society-Ovarian Research, National Cystic Fibrosis Society or the Napoleon Ohio West Elementary School Library Fund.

ELLA MEADOWS
ANTWERP – Ella C. Meadows, age 82, of Antwerp, passed away Sunday, July 3, 2005 at Convoy Care Center. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, was in charge of arrangements.

ROBERT SCHAUFELE
1914-2005
DEFIANCE — Robert E. Schaufele, 91, of Defiance, died at 5:15 p.m. Sunday, July 10, at the Laurels of Defiance in Defiance.
He was born Jan. 9, 1914, in Defiance, the son of Phillip H. and Daisy G. (Whetstone) Schaufele. On Sept. 16, 1937, he married Ruth “Peg” L. Potts, who survives. He was a senior vice president and was employed by First Federal for 22 years, retiring in 1982. He was also employed at General Motors for 15 years as a supervisor. He was a veteran, and a member of the Zion Lutheran church in Defiance serving 23 years on the church council, 12 years as church treasurer, and a communion deacon. He was a member of the Tuendawie Lodge of Masons, Elks, a charter member of the Cotillion Dance Club, a former board member and board treasurer of the Defiance County Cancer Society, city fund chairman of Defiance County Cancer Society, a former board member and treasurer of the Defiance County Red Cross, a former member and board member of the Kiwanis Club, former treasurer of the City of Defiance, and a founding member of the Auglaize Country Club.
Also surviving are a son, Phillip Schaufele of Defiance; two daughters, Judy (Gerald) Mekus of Sherwood and Carolyn (James) MacMillan of Stratford, Ontario, Canada; and three grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Evelyn Foss.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. today, July 13, with visitation one hour prior to services, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Defiance. The Rev. Robert McNamara will officiate. Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery, Defiance. Mast-Mock-Hoffman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Zion Lutheran Church or to Multiple Sclerosis.

JEANIE SIZEMORE
ANTWERP — Jeanie R. Sizemore, 52, of Antwerp, died at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 10, 2005 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp.

MARY SPANGLER
1911-2005
PAULDING – Mary M. Spangler, 94, died Tuesday, July 5, at St. Rita’s Hospital in Lima.
She was born May 1, 1911, in Houston, Ohio, the daughter of Arthur L. and Martha E. (Barker) Lontz. In 1933, she married Harold Stanton, who preceded her in death. In 1955, she married Joseph Sheely, who died in 1969. In 1970, she married Obal Spangler, who preceded her in death in 1987. She was a homemaker and a member of the Harvest Field Pentecostal Church of God in Scott.
She is survived by a daughter, Mildred Combs of Ottawa; a son, Kenneth (Mary) Stanton of Grover Hill; a brother, Robert E. Lontz of Sidney; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She also was preceded in death also by two children, Ruth May Stanton and Richard P. Stanton; four brothers; and three sisters.
Funeral services were held Friday, July 8, at the Paulding Church of the Nazarene. Burial was in Prairie Chapel Cemetery in Oakwood. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Paulding County Hospital Home Health Care.

GUNNER ARNOLD
2005
WAYNE, W.Va. — Gunner James Arnold, infant son of James Arthur and Megan Leigh Garver Arnold, died Tuesday, July 11, at Cabell-Huntington Hospital.
Additional survivors include a sister, Lilyan Faith Arnold, and a brother, Blayden Arthur Arnold, both at home; and grandparents, Keith and Lisa Wannemacher, Lee Garver, Art and Kelli Arnold, and Ruthanne and Craig Kirkwood.
Graveside services were conducted Saturday, July 16, at St. John’s Cemetery in Payne.
Morris Funeral Home in Wayne, W.Va. was in charge of the West Virginia arrangements. Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, was in charge of the local arrangements.

DONALD
FOGLE
GREER, S.C. – Donald Richard Fogle, 79, of Greer, S.C., died Sunday, July 17, 2005 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.
Born in Mishawaka, Ind., and raised in Marion, Ind., he was a son of the late Donald B. and Delta Leone (Wurm) Fogle. He was a member of Taylors First Baptist Church, and a member of Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite Temple and the Shrine Temple. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II.
Surviving are his wife, Barbara Warwick Fogle; four sisters, Marilyn (Larry) Stieglitz of Michigan, Carol (Phil) Maggart of Indiana, Mary Margaret (Gary) McKillip of Kansas and Linda (Steve) McGann of Tennessee; a beloved aunt, Kathryn LaMont of Huntington, Ind.; two daughters; one stepdaughter; two stepsons; three grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial services will be held in Ohio at a later date. The Wood Mortuary Inc., Greer, S.C., is in charge of arrangements.

MICHAEL MANKEN
1950-2005
VAN WERT – Michael A. Manken, 55, of Van Wert, died Tuesday, July 12. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

RICHARD MENTZER
1934-2005
HUDSON, Ind. — Richard O. Mentzer, 70, of Hudson Big Long Lake, died Sunday, June 26, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, following a two-year illness.
He was born Nov. 5, 1934, in Fort Wayne, the son of Thomas and Mabel Mentzer. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and a member of Leo-Cedarville American Legion. He retired in 1998, following many years as an entrepreneur, a consultant and manager in the manufacture of front discharge mixer trucks with Rite Way, Advance, Tet-Menco, and other companies.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Thomas Mentzer; daughters, Kelly (Thomas) Dahm and Lana (Michael) Daniels; a son, Scott (Nancy) Mentzer, all of Fort Wayne; ex wife, Janet (Braun) Mentzer of Fort Wayne; stepchildren, Ken (Janette) Thomas of Spencerville, David (Julie) Thomas of Cecil, Brion (Lucy) Thomas of McAllen, Texas and Vicki (Rudy) Ramirez of Auburn, N.Y.; one great-grandchild; and one great-stepgrandchild.
He attended the Stroh Church of Christ where a memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 23.
Preferred memorials are to the church.

OCIE SHAFER
1915-2005
OAKWOOD – Ocie Marie Shafer, 90, of Oakwood, died at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, July 17, at Defiance Regional Medical Center.
She was born May 22, 1915 in Grover Hill, the daughter of Anthony and Nancy (Thrush) Saylor. On Oct. 1, 1932, she married Harlan “Chub” Roughton, who preceded her in death March 19, 1972. On May 4, 1974, she married Albert Shafer, who died Sept. 9, 1999. She was a homemaker and a member of Melrose United Methodist Church and its women’s group. She taught Sunday School for many years, babysat for a number of children throughout her life, was an avid basketball player, Cub Scout den mother and 4-H leader in Washington Township.
Surviving are two sons, Ralph “Pud” Roughton and Randall (Jackie) Roughton, both of Oakwood; two stepsons, John and Don Shafer, both of Paulding; a half-sister, LaDonna Mae Pfost of Scott; two half-brothers, Enoch Saylor of Oakwood and Dave Saylor of Defiance; a stepbrother, Paul Ladd of Grover Hill; 18 grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; 12 great-stepgrandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.
She also was preceded in death by three sons, Dale, Rex and Rollin Roughton; two daughters, Ruth Dodson and Rita Groh; four sisters, Sylvia Saum, Daisy Robbins, Hazel Saylor and Ellen Saylor; a brother, Ralph Saylor; a half-sister, Joann Stuckey; a stepmother, Ilo Saylor; a stepsister, Helen English; one granddaughter; and two great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. today, July 20, at Melrose United Methodist Church with the Rev. Robert Parker officiating. Burial will be at Little Auglaize Cemetery in Melrose. Heitmeyer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Visitation is from 10-11 a.m. today at the church.
Preferred memorials are to the church.
Condolences may be sent to www.heitmeyerfuneralhome.com

LARRY STONER SR.
1943-2005
PAULDING – Larry Dean Stoner Sr., age 62, of Paulding, died at 8:42 p.m. Wednesday, July 13 at Paulding County Hospital.
He was born April 25, 1943 in Pioneer, the son of Gerald B. Stoner and Wanetta M. Spence. He retired from Alex Products in Paulding following 19 years of service at Midwest Stamping.
Surviving are a son, Larry D. (Cineisa) Stoner Jr. of Carey; a daughter, Trisha A. (Mark) Quigley of Ft. Walton Beach, Fla.; six grandchildren, Jason D. (Misti) Stoner, Michael Stoner and Brittany Stoner, all of Carey, Joseph Ottinger stationed in Ft. Carson, Charles Goddard Jr. of Clearlake, Ind., and Nichole Ottinger of Ft. Walton Beach; four brothers, Duane (Jane) Stoner of Clayton, Mich., Roger (Doreen) Stoner of Fairless Hills, Pa., and Lloyd (Sylvia) Stoner and Mike (Kathy) Stoner, both of Adrian, Mich.; and two sisters, Laura Winover of Defiance and Linda Stoner of Archbold.
A memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at Vanlue Christ United Methodist Church with the Rev. Scott Bouldry officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to Coldren-Crates Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Coldren-Crates Funeral Home in his memory.

REAGAN WALDRON
2003-2005
PAULDING – Reagan Alana Waldron, age 2, died Monday, July 11, at her home.
She was born June 29, 2003 in Fort Wayne, the daughter of Joseph J. Evans and Kimberly E. Waldron.
Surviving are her father, of Auburn, Ind.; her mother, of Paulding; a half-brother, Dalton Lee Evans of Garrett, Ind.; grandparents, Merle and Barbara Waldron Jr. of Hicksville, Ken and Robin Eagleson Jr. of Paulding, Julie and Ed Hoffman of Wawaka, Ind., and Rodney Evans of Auburn, Ind.; great-grandparents, Larry and Joyce Copsey of Antwerp, Larry Fenton of Ruskin, Fla., and Jack and Karen Macy of Avilla, Ind.; and great-stepgrandparents, Robert and Armeld Wells of Hicksville. Preceding her in death were great-grandparents Mary and Merle Waldron Sr., Martha Miller and John Evans; and great-stepgrandfather Lee “Birdy” Riley. Visitation was held Monday, July 18. Burial will be at a later date. Den Herder Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Ronald McDonald House.

RAE DEANE WILHELM
1919-2005
PRESCOTT, Ariz. – Rae Deane Wilhelm, 86, of Prescott, Ariz., passed away on Tuesday, July 12.
She was born in 1919, the daughter of Ray and Mabel Klingler of Paulding.
She received excellent, loving care during her final months from Judy Richardson, Marie and Wolfgang Martin at Reminisce Inn in Peoria, Ariz.
Surviving are sons Gerald A. (Joyce) Wilhelm of Peoria and James A. (Linda) Wilhelm of Prescott; a daughter, Marcia Jean (Ramey) Hayes of Phoenix; a sister, Eloise Funk of Scottsdale; a brother, Howard Klingler of West Unity, Ohio; 14 grandchildren; and 32 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lou Wilhelm; and a grandson, Michael Wilhelm.
Services were held Saturday, July 16 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Phoenix. Private interment was at Peoples Valley, Ariz. Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary, Glendale, Ariz., was in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, her family requests donations be made to Hospice of Arizona, 2222 W. Northern Ave., Suite A-100, Phoenix, 85021.

DOROTHY WORL
1916-2005
PAULDING – Dorothy M. Worl, 88, died Thursday, July 14, at Hawthorn Court Nursing Home, Paulding.
She was born Nov. 22, 1916 in Merlin, Ontario, Canada, the daughter of John and Nora (Westendorf) Worl. She was employed by Brune Printing, retiring in 1978.
Surviving are a sister, Mary Ruth Clark of Paulding; five nieces; three nephews; seven great-nieces; and five great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Rudy and Walter Worl; and a sister, Bertha Holmes.
Services were held Monday, July 18 at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Paulding, with Pastor Mary Beth Smith-Webb officiating. Burial was in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church or Paulding County Area Visiting Nurses Association.

CLYDE DIX
1919-2005
PAYNE — Clyde Nelson Dix, 86, died Wednesday, July 20, at the Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born March 25, 1919, in Harlan, Ind., the son of Edwin and Mary (Hardesty) Dix. On Aug. 1, 1958, he married Frieda May, who preceded him in death on June 3, 2003. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was employed by the Paulding County Highway Department, and was a member of the Paulding VFW Post #587.
Surviving are two sons, Charles and Larry Dix, both of Paulding; four daughters, Dorothy Moreno, April Dix, Michelle Thompson and Beverly Apple, all of Paulding; 14 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by five brothers, Edgar, Lloyd, Lewis “Bill,” Virgil, and James Dix; a sister, Fanny Beltz; an infant sister; and a grandchild, Anthony Dix.
Services were held Monday, July 25, at the St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Paulding, with the Rev. Mary Beth Smith Webb officiating. Burial was in Lehman Cemetery in Payne, where the VFW Post #587 conducted military rites. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Clyde Dix Family, c/o Den Herder Funeral Home.

JONATHAN DOUGLASS
1953-2005
PAULDING – Jonathan Mark “Jon” Douglass, age 51, died Tuesday, July 19, at Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe, Mich.
He was born Sept. 24, 1953 in Champaign, Ill., the son of Joyce M. and Carrie (Rodgers) Douglass. He attended schools in Galesburg, Ill., and graduated from Galesburg Senior High School in 1971. He attended Bethany Nazarene College in Bethany, Okla., one year before entering the United States Air Force. He also attended Joliet Junior College.
He married Karla Bailey in 1973. They had two children, Jon Douglass Jr. of Denver, and Christopher (Jeni) Douglass, of Creighton, Mo.
After leaving the Air Force, he continued with the Reserves and the Air National Guard, retiring as a master sergeant. For 16 years, he worked with the Illinois Department of Corrections in Joliet and Galesburg. For 10 years, he served as captain at the Galesburg Correctional Center.
In 1985, he married Nancy (Olsen) Talarico. He moved to Paulding in 1997, and worked as finance and insurance manager for several auto agencies. At the time of his death, he was with Stan Pepple Auto Agency in Bryan.
He was an angler for Everstart & BFL Tournament Series, a longtime member of Bass Masters, and served as a director for seven years for the Bass Champions of Savannah, Ill. He was an avid fisherman and a proud Ranger Boat owner.
Surviving are his parents, Joyce and Carrie Douglass of Fort Wayne; his wife, Nancy of Paulding; two sons; four grandsons, Jacob, Andrew, Alex and Adam Douglass; a stepdaughter, Kimberly (Jack) Ivie of Fairland, Ind.; three step-grandchildren, Melissa, Ashley and Andrew Ivie; two sisters, Charlene (Charles) Mantock of Fort Wayne, and Janice (Thomas) Steele of St. Anne, Ill.; nieces and nephews; best friends, Jimmie Powell of Galesburg, Ill., and Dan Cramer, of Van Wert; and many fishing buddies.
Services were held Saturday, July 23, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, with the Rev. Charles Sunberg officiating. Committal and military graveside services were conducted at Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne.
Donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

PAUL HALE
ANTWERP – Paul D. Hale, 97, of Lakeland, Fla., formerly of Hicksville and Antwerp, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2005 in Lakeland. Dooley Funeral Home of Antwerp was in charge of arrangements.

ARBUTUS MEDAUGH
1927-2005
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. — Arbutus Medaugh, 78, of Lehigh Acres, Fla., formerly of Van Wert, died at 10:20 a.m. Friday, July 22, at Hospice House North in East Cape Coral, Fla.
She was born April 3, 1927, in Breathitt County, Ky., the daughter of Quillen and Fairlane (Stone) Gayheart. On June 19, 1946, she married Vernon L. Medaugh, who survives. She was a homemaker and a member of the Christ United Methodist Church in Lehigh Acres. She was an active member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, serving as State of Ohio Department commander from 1963-1964. She also was a National Executive Committeewoman member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary and participated in VA volunteer services for 10 years at the Fort Wayne Veterans Administration Hospital.
Also surviving are two daughters, Linda Smith Dunno of Sullivan, Maine and Deborah (Michael) Baumert of Payne; two half-brothers, Glynn (Sharon) Clemons of Michigan and Minor (Judy) Clemons of Matthews, N.C.; two half-sisters, Bonnie (Norm) Phillips and Angeline (Bill) Ralston, both of Kenton, Ohio; four grandchildren, Jason and Brice Smith, and Cory and Derek Baumert; and two great-grandchildren, Sydney Lorraine and Michael Hunter Smith.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Arthur and Luther Gayheart; her parents; and a stepfather, Green Clemons.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 28, at Cowan and Son Funeral Home with Pastor Joe Allen of the St. James Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, in Ohio City.
Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today, July 27 with a DAV memorial service at 4 p.m.
Preferred memorials are to Hope Hospice and Palliative Care, 9470 Healthcare Park Circle, Ft. Myers, Fla., 33908.

DAVID DONALDSON
1958-2005
PAULDING – David Lee Donaldson, age 47, of Paulding, passed away at 2:24 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, at Paulding County Hospital.
He was born March 4, 1958, in Paulding, the son of Howard and Janice (Horner) Donaldson of Continental. On Aug. 11, 1984, he married Betty McDougall, who survives. He graduated from Paulding High School in 1977. He was presently a lineman at Paulding Putnam Electric in Paulding. Dave loved his family and spending time with them while boating and camping. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church Cecil.
He will be sadly missed by his wife; parents, Howard and Janice; three daughters, Amanda, Ashley and Stephanie, all at home; a sister, Denise Chalfant of Haskins, Ohio; and three brothers, Denny Donaldson of Continental, Duane of Bowling Green, and Dwight of Continental.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Aaron and Marjorie Donaldson, and William and MaDonna Horner.
Services were held Sunday, July 31, at the First Presbyterian Church of Cecil with the Rev. David Meriwether officiating. Burial was in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Jackson Township, Paulding. Dooley Funeral Home in Antwerp was in charge of arrangements.
In his memory, contributions may be made to the Donaldson Children’s College Fund.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com

FRANCIS BEAUGE
CECIL – Francis E. Beauge, 74, of Cecil, died at 11:45 a.m. (Indiana time) Thursday, July 28, 2005, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, was in charge of arrangements.

RICHARD MANSON
1932-2005
PAULDING — Richard J. Manson, 72, died at 1:20 a.m. Saturday, July 30, at his residence.
He was born Sept. 17, 1932, in Paulding County, the son of Alfred D. “Bud” and Virginia A. (AuFrance) Manson. In 1950, he married Ellen M. Sierer, who preceded him in death May 2, 1982. On Sept. 19, 2000, he married Beverly C. Farmer, who survives in Paulding. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was employed by Schwerman Trucking, retiring in 1999, and was employed as a mechanic by the former Carr Tractor Sales. He was a member of the Paulding VFW Post 587.
Also surviving are three sons, Daniel (Jamy) Manson, Scott (Terri) Manson and Kent Manson, all of Paulding; a stepson, Brian Engler of Defiance; two stepdaughters, Connie (Tony) Dixon of Lyndon Station, Wis., and Myra (David) Schweitzer of Sherwood; a brother, Jerry (Sharon) Manson of Paulding; a sister, Pat (Donald) Shafer, Paulding; eight grandchildren; 10 stepgrandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He also was preceded in death by his parents.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. today, Aug. 3, at the Auglaize Church of God in Oakwood, with Pastor Stan Harmon officiating. Burial will be in the Hedges Cemetery, where Paulding VFW Post 587 will provide military graveside services. Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding is handling the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society.

ROBERT CASS
1954-2005
OAKWOOD – Robert A. Cass, 50, of Oakwood, died Monday, Aug. 1. Heitmeyer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHN ARNETT JR.
1980-2005
PAULDING — John J. Arnett Jr., 25, Paulding, died Saturday, July 30. Heitmeyer Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

CATHY BANKS
1956-2005
PAYNE — Cathy Marie Banks, 49, of Payne, died at 3:25 p.m. Friday, July 29, at the St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.
She was born June 2, 1956, in Hicksville, the daughter of Arlen “Dub” and Patricia K. (Lopshire) Burk. She was a homemaker.
She is survived by a daughter, Angie Banks of Haviland; two sons, Jason and Sammy Banks, both of Payne; her father, Arlen “Dub” (Joanne) Burk of Payne; her mother, Patricia Yenser of Worstville; a sister, Cindy (Edward) Amstutz of Payne; two brothers, Terry (Lee) Burk of Jacksonville, Ark., and Gary “Babes” (Pam) Burk of Oxford, Ohio; three stepbrothers, Alan (Sue) Putnam, Kevin Putnam, and Perry (Denise) Putnam; a stepsister, Cheryl Putnam Matthews; and six grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Lon and Glenna Burk and Mike Lopshire and Madeline Koelinger.
Services were held Tuesday, Aug. 2, at the Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home in Payne, with the Rev. Paul Miller officiating. Burial was in the Lehman Cemetery, Payne.
Preferred memorials are to Cathy Marie Banks Family, c/o Slade Den Herder Funeral Home, P.O. Box 27, Paulding, Ohio, 45879.

CATHERINE HARRMANN
1916-2005
ANTWERP – Catherine M. Harrmann, age 89, of Antwerp, passed away at 6:40 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8 at Hawthorn Court, Paulding.
She was born April 28, 1916, in Hicksville, the daughter of Joseph and Daisy Mae (Zuber) Dunderman. She was the widow of Henry Harrmann, who preceded her in death in 1959. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Antwerp and the church’s Altar/Rosary Society.
She will be sadly missed by her sons, Robert Harrmann and Harry Harrmann, both of Antwerp; a sister, Regina Donnell of Antwerp; and four grandchildren, Wyatt Young, Kyle Harrmann, Laural Sargent and Nicole Harrmann.
She also was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond Dunderman.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 12 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Antwerp, with Father Thomas Oedy and Deacon Robert Nighswander officiating. Burial will be in Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp.
Visitation is from 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday at Dooley Funeral Home. A Catholic Vigil Service will be held at 8:30 p.m. Thursday.
Preferred memorials are to the church or Meals on Wheels.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com

GAYLON SPANGLER
1932-2005
PAULDING — Gaylon Eugene Spangler, 73, died Thursday, July 28, at the Hawthorn Court Nursing Home in Paulding.
He was born Jan. 23, 1932, in Oakwood, the son of Obal and Emma (Heywood Bidlack) Spangler. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He retired from GM Powertrain in Defiance, following 39 years of service.
He is survived by a sister, Bernadine Wallen of Lucerne Valley, Calif.; and nieces and nephews.
Services were held Wednesday, Aug. 3, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding. Burial was in the Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding.
Memorials are to the Hawthorn Court Nursing Home Activity Fund.

JAMES BLAND
KENTON — James Bland, 56, of Kenton, died Saturday, Aug. 13, 2005. Schindewolf-Stevens-Stout Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LADENE BROWN
1913-2005
OAKWOOD — Avis Ladene Brown, 91, of Oakwood, died Thursday, Aug. 11. Lawson Roessner Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MILDRED GRIMES
1908-2005
PAULDING – Mildred M. Grimes, 97, died Tuesday, Aug. 9, at Hawthorn Court Nursing Home, Paulding.
She was born March 21, 1908, in Paulding County, the daughter of Harry and Molly Belle (Bushey) Thomas. On Aug. 30, 1930, she married Raymond Grimes, who preceded her in death on Sept. 19, 1983. She was employed by the former Grizzly Manufacturing for 27 years. She was a member of Paulding Church of the Nazarene and was a member and the head of the Missionary Society of the church.
Surviving are two daughters, Delores (Darl) Fox of Fort Wayne, and Sharon (Rollin) Cooper, Paulding; 10 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and 20 great-great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were a daughter, Alice Pollard; five grandchildren; a great-grandchild; four brothers, Harold, Paul, Charles and Arthur Thomas; and two sisters, Ilo Boyd and Arvila Hobbs.
Services were held Saturday, Aug. 13, at the Paulding Church of the Nazarene, with the Rev. John Dodds and David Dooley officiating. Burial was in the Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Donations may be made to the Paulding Church of the Nazarene or the First Christian Church of Paulding.

IRMA HURTIG
1916-2005
SHERWOOD – Irma May Hurtig, 88, of rural Defiance, died Monday, Aug. 8. Burr Funeral Home & Crematory of Sherwood was in charge of arrangements.

WILLIAM JACKSON
FORT WAYNE — William C. “Bill” Jackson, 58, of Fort Wayne, died Saturday, Aug. 13, 2005 at home with his loving family at his side.
He was born in Paulding, the son of William and Norma Jackson. He was a member and chaplain of the New Haven Eagles 3164, a U.S. Air Force veteran and member of the American Legion Post 420. He was employed by Challenge Tools for 16 years and International Harvester for 18 years.
He is survived by his wife, Marsha; two grandchildren raised at home, Joshua Mitchell and Jennifer Jackson; six children, William Walker, Brent Walker, Sharon Mitchell, Michael (M’Lisa) Mitchell, Christopher (Tammy) Mitchell, and Norma (Diego) Boese; eight additional grandchildren, Reece, Adele, Carrington and Diego Boese, Tina and Blake Mitchell, Jac’Lyn and Mari’ah Stevens; a brother, Roger (Jane) Jackson; and three sisters, Ruth Ann (Andy) Gillett, Janet (Bill) Ross and Marilyn (Jerry) Garrett.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services will be held at noon (Ind. time) Thursday, Aug. 18, at E. Harper and Son Funeral Home, located at 740 Indiana Highway, 930 East, New Haven.
Hours of visitation will be from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. (Ind. time) today, Aug. 17, at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials are to the Jennifer Jackson College Fund or Cancer Services of Allen County.

JEFFREY ROYER
1969-2005
PAYNE – Jeffrey T. “Squirt” Royer, 36, of Payne, died at 12:08 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, at Parkview Memorial Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born Feb. 21, 1969 in Van Wert County, the son of Larry J. and Vicky L. (Heath) Royer. On May 4, 2003, he married Linda L. Holtsberry, who survives. A 1987 graduate of Crestview High School, he was employed at Store & Haul in Van Wert and was a member of Convoy United Methodist Church and the Birdsville Coon Hunters in Wren. He was an avid Michigan fan and enjoyed coonhunting, pitching horseshoes, fishing and hunting.
Also surviving are his parents, of rural Convoy; three stepchildren, Morris, Tessa and Paul Kipfer, all at home; a brother Jay (Sara) Royer, Convoy; grandmothers, Agnes L. Royer of Convoy and Evelyn Heath of Van Wert; and his wife’s parents, Paul and Betty Holtsberry of Paulding.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Calvin Royer and James Heath.
Services were held Friday, Aug. 12, at Cowan & Son Funeral Home in Van Wert, with the Rev. Gregory Leigh officiating. Burial was in I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Convoy.
Preferred memorials are to the Retinitis Pigmentosa Foundation.

JAMES BLAND
1948-2005
KENTON – James E. Bland, 56, Kenton, died at 7:04 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, in Mt. Carmel East Hospital, Columbus.
He was born Dec. 6, 1948 in Paulding, the son of Edmund and Dolores (Knapp) Bland. In 1978, he married Diane Wood, who survives. He was a 1967 graduate of Blue Creek High School, a former employee of All-Star Products in Defiance and a custodian at Kenton City Schools, retiring in 2001. He was a member of Kenton Church of the Nazarene.
Also surviving are a brother, Kenneth (Joyce) of Grover Hill; and a sister, Cheryl (Arnold) Brown, Grover Hill.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services were held Wednesday, Aug. 17 in Kenton Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Brice Little officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Upper Sandusky. Schindewolf-Stevens-Stout Funeral Home, Kenton, was in charge of arrangements.

RICHARD LUCAS
ANTWERP – Richard “Doc” Lucas, 69, of Antwerp, died Sunday, Aug. 21, 2005. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, is in charge of arrangements.

HELEN MEES
1909-2005
PAULDING – Helen V. Mees, 95, died at 6:33 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at Paulding County Hospital.
She was born Sept. 7, 1909 in Paulding County, the daughter of Martin and Amanda (Upp) Kinney. On Nov. 30, 1933 she married W. Dale Mees, who preceded her in death on May 6, 1995. She retired as director of nurses for Paulding County Hospital, where she was a one time assistant administrator. She was a member of the Community Club of Latty, and an adult Sunday School teacher and member of the WSCS of the United Methodist Church of Latty.
Surviving are a son, Dean Richard (Carol) Mees of Surprise, Ariz.; a daughter, Nancy (Dr. W. Max) Miller of Cecil; a brother, the Rev. Robert (Helen) Kinney of Florida; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
She also was preceded in death by a brother, Ward Kinney; and a sister, Glenna Kinney.
Graveside services were held Saturday, Aug. 20 at Sherman Cemetery, Charloe, with Pastor Ron Scharf officiating. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, was in charge of arrangements.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to: Precept Ministries, PO Box 182218, Chattanooga, Tenn., 37422.

JOSEPHINE MELCHOR
1930-2005
PAULDING – Josephine Melchor, age 75, died at 12:15 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, at her residence after a long illness.
She was born May 7, 1930 in Farmer, Ohio, the daughter of Leandro and Maria (Hernandez) Galindo. On June 2, 1956, she married Joe Melchor, who survives. She was employed by Stokely’s Cannery in Paulding as a lab technician. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, where she was active in the Altar Rosary Society and was a funeral dinner organizer. She also was a volunteer at the Bargain Bin in Paulding.
Also surviving are a daughter, Susan (Micky) Glanemann of Paulding; a son, Tom P. Melchor, Paulding; five sisters, Guadalupe (Abraham) Galnares of Adrian, Mich., Eleanor (Pedro) Martinez of Pleasant Prairie, Wis., Mary De La Rosa of San Antonio, Sarah (Solomon) Soloranzo of Houston, and Becky (Manuel) Reyes of Houston; three brothers, David (Linda) Sarabia and Jose (Ernestina) Sarabia, both of Adrian, Mich., and Ruben (Juanita) Sarabia of Houston; and two grandchildren, Mark Glanemann of Paulding and Amy Glanemann of Lima.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Hope Valdez and Rosalinda Figuero; and a brother, Arthur Sarabia.
Services will be at 10 a.m. today, Aug. 24, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. G. Allen Fillman officiating. Burial will be in Paulding Memorial Cemetery. Den Herder Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Visitation is one hour prior to services at the church today.
Donations may be made to Masses or Paulding County Hospital Home Health Care.

JOYCE SCHOOLEY
HICKSVILLE – Joyce M. Schooley, 66, of Hicksville, died Monday, Aug. 22, 2005. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, is in charge of arrangements.

VIRGINIA WILLIAMSON
1921-2005
VAN WERT — Ethel Virginia Williamson, 84, went peacefully to be with the Lord at 2:25 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, at the Van Wert County Hospital.
She was born Jan. 31, 1921, in Van Wert, the daughter of Clarence and Dora (Pelfry) Anderson. She was employed as a nursing assistant for several years at the former Castle Convalescent Home in Van Wert. She was a member of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church outside of Grover Hill.
Surviving are a daughter, Nancy (Doyle) Whitaker of Scott; a brother, Jack Anderson of Florida; a brother-in-law, Wilbur (Lois) Williamson of Cavette; four grandchildren, Babette (Makoto) Kurita of Fort Wayne, Tonda Rogers of Van Wert, Tommy (Angie) Whitaker of Hoagland, Ind, and Susan Whitaker of Indianapolis; eight great-grandchildren, Chris, Amanda, Allison and Madeline Rogers of Van Wert, Cassidy and Remi Kurita of Fort Wayne, and Spencer and Simon Whitaker of Hoagland, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a son, Jimmy L. Williamson in September 2004; and a brother, William Anderson.
A memorial service to honor the life of Virginia will be held at a later date for her family and many friends. The memorial service will be held at the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church where Pastor David Prior will officiate. Burial will be in the Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert. Brickner Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, you may send memorials to the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 19241 Road 148, Grover Hill, Ohio, 45849.

CLARA ADAMS
1938-2005
OAKWOOD – Clara M. Adams, 66, of Oakwood, died at 6:22 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, at Toledo Hospital.
She was born Oct. 22, 1938 in Defiance, the daughter of Everett and Helen (Grossell) Linnabary. On Dec. 6, 1959, she married Richard “Dick” Adams, who survives. She was a member of Oakwood United Methodist Church, Defiance Hospital Auxiliary, Oakwood Pride & Patience CCL Club, a former EMT for Oakwood EMS, Oakwood Library Board for more than 20 years, United Methodist Women, Mother of the Year in Ohio in 1981 for her service with the Paulding County Board of Mental Retardation & Developmental Disabilities, a volunteer at Defiance Hospital for many years and a nurses aide at various nursing homes.
Also surviving are a daughter, April Wassermann of Waterville; two sons, Matthew Adams of Defiance and Ricky Adams of Napoleon; two half-sisters, Nellie Scherer of Grover Hill and Ella Eblin of Melrose; a brother, Fred Linnabary of Dustin, Okla.; and two grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and a granddaughter, Holly Wassermann.
Services were held Monday, Aug. 29 at Heitmeyer Funeral Home in Oakwood, with Pastor Michael Brown officiating. Burial was in Sherman Cemetery, Oakwood.
Preferred memorials are to Oakwood United Methodist Church.

RUTH DEVENTER
ANTWERP – Ruth Deventer, 82, of Antwerp, died Friday, Aug. 26, 2005. Dooley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PAUL GABERS
1931-2005
PAULDING — Paul J. Gabers, 72, died Aug. 17, at the Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born Nov. 11, 1931, in Napoleon, the son of Paul W. and Edna M. (Wells) Gabers. On Feb. 8, 1964, he married Mary Jane Steel, who survives. He was employed as a maintenance welder for Johns Manville Corporation in Defiance, retiring in 1994, following 31 years of service.
Also surviving are two daughters, Julie (Dan) Clemens of Defiance and Paula (Jay) Bramlett of Hartford City, Ind.; two sons, Robert (Becky) Gabers of Napoleon and William (Eva) Gabers of Hendersonville, Tenn.; three stepdaughters, Carla Wyss of Smithville, Tenn., Donna Scheele and Nyla Snyder, both of Fort Wayne; a sister, Mary (James) Buckley and a brother, Gary Gabers, both of Eldorado, Ohio; seven grandchildren; and four step-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Ron and George Gabers.
Private graveside services were held Monday, Aug. 29, at the St. Paul Cemetery in Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHN ROGERS
1932-2005
ANTWERP – John H. Rogers, age 73, of Antwerp, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 24 at his residence.
He was born May 8, 1932, in Antwerp, the son of Harry and Goldie (Mangus) Rogers. He served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War. On Dec. 22, 1951, he married Bernadyne Begley, who preceded him in death Nov. 25, 2000. He was a machinist at Dana Weatherhead, Antwerp, for more than 21 years, and also farmed. He enjoyed woodworking and his grandchildren.
He will be sadly missed by his two sons, Joseph of Fowlerville, Mich. and James of Snow Camp, N.C.; five daughters, Pamela Starr of LaGrange, Ga., and Paula Schweinsberg, Patricia Wetli, Peggy Shook and Penny Hughes, all of Antwerp; a brother, Robert Taylor of Fort Wayne; 26 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Also preceding him in death were a brother, Raymond Taylor; and sisters Alice Rogers and Dorothy Powell.
Services were held Monday, Aug. 29 at Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, with Max Begley officiating. Burial was in Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp.
In his memory, contributions may be made to Paulding County 4-H.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com

MAURINE THOMAS
1921-2005
PAULDING — E. Maurine Thomas, 84, died at 9:26 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, in her residence.
She was born Jan. 2, 1921, in Scott, Ohio, the daughter of Raymond H. and Edyth M. (Jenkins) Squibb. On Aug. 12, 1939, she married Kenneth C. Thomas, who survives. She was a homemaker and a member of the Paulding United Methodist Church. She was employed by the former Stokely Cannery as a lab tech and at Klingler’s Beach as a lifeguard. She was a member of the Sisters of the Skillet, former Corona Chapter of Eastern Star, VFW Post 587 Ladies Auxiliary, and the American Legion Post 297 Auxiliary.
Also surviving are two daughters, Ann Waldman (Terry Pease) and Carol (Edwin) Temple, both of Paulding; three sons, Raymond (Jeanette) of Tempe, Ariz., Jim (Julie) of McKinleyville, Calif. and Norman (Barbara) Thomas of Payne; two half-sisters, Thelma Shisler of Rocky Ford, Colo. and Mary Thurman of Odessa, Texas; two half-brothers, Lester Squibb and Yale Squibb, both of Portales, N.M.; 18 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy A. Schmidt; and a grandchild.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, at the Paulding United Methodist Church with the Rev. Jack Berry officiating. Burial will be in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Paulding.
Calling hours will be from 2-9 p.m. today, Aug. 31, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, and one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday.
Preferred memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society or the Paulding County Hospital Home Health Care.

SILVA DECKARD
1935-2005
VAN WERT — Silva A. Deckard, 70, died at 12:05 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, at her son’s residence.
She was born Aug. 12, 1935, in McDougal, Ark., the daughter of Barney J. and Eula (O’Guin) Gribble. On Nov. 5, 1955, she married Ralph J. Deckard, who preceded her in death Dec. 12, 1995. She was employed by the former Stokely Cannery of Paulding, FLP in Van Wert, Dickies Tent Factory of Oakwood, and the Ohio City Manufacturing Company in Ohio City. She was also a homemaker and a member of the Westside Missionary Baptist Church in Van Wert, and a member of the Grover Hill VFW Auxiliary where she had served as a past president.
Surviving are two sons, Thomas Deckard of Greenville, S.C. and Randy Deckard of Van Wert; two daughters, Norma Rickard of Van Wert, and Brenda Mawk of Paulding; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Eladis (J.R.) Hinchcliff of Grover Hill, Emma (Leon) Whittington of Van Wert, and Thelma (Ishmael) Shelton of Oakwood; five brothers, Talma (Marilyn) Gribble, Alvin (Gail) Gribble, Melvin (Barb) Gribble and Verlin Gribble, all of Grover Hill, and Lee Roy (Lolita) Gribble of Van Wert.
She also was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Leona Busby in 2004.
Services were held Saturday, Sept. 3, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Tom Peltier officiating. Burial was in the Middle Creek Cemetery in Grover Hill.
Preferred memorials are to the donor’s choice.

BRENDA FRANKHART
1962-2005
CONTINENTAL — Brenda D. Frankhart, 43, died Thursday, Sept. 1. Heitmeyer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

LOIS GLICK
1914-2005
CECIL — Lois M. Glick, 90, died at 8:41 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, at the Dallas Lamb Foundation Home, where she was a resident.
She was born Dec. 19, 1914, in Paulding County, the daughter of James and Anna (Polter) Scott. On Jan. 10, 1935, she married Olen J. Glick, who preceded her in death in 1986. She was a homemaker, a member of the former Church of Christ of Sherwood, a member of the Emerald Township Community Club, and the Paulding County Senior Center.
Surviving are a daughter, Joyce Bok of Sherwood; grandchildren, Terri Bok, Mike Bok and Jane Garvin, Suzie and Charles Cox, Paula and Doug DeColo and Barb and Pat Burger; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Services were held Sunday, Sept. 4, at the Den Herder Funeral Home, in Paulding, with Father Timothy Kummerer officiating. Burial was in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding.
Preferred memorials are to the donor’s choice.

VERNON
GREUTMAN
1935-2005
DEFIANCE — Vernon M. Greutman, 70, of Defiance, died at 4:05 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, at his residence.
He was born March 6, 1935, in Defiance County, the son of Harvey and Alma (Mozer) Greutman. In 1960, he married Thelma I. “Tommy” Beltz, who survives in Defiance. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and a graduate of Stryker High School. He was employed as a mechanic at Progressive Auto Parts for 26 years, retiring in 2000.
Also surviving are a son, David (Kristie) Greutman of Bryan; a daughter, Kelly (Tom) Silvers, Bryan; a brother, Kenneth Greutman of Grover Hill; a sister, Ruth Arps of Bryan; and three grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Arthur, John and Weldon Greutman; and two sisters, Joyce Gill and Ruby Greutman.
Services were held Thursday, Sept. 1, at Mast-Mock-Hoffman Funeral Home in Defiance, with the Rev. Tim Yazel officiating. Burial was in the Riverside Cemetery, Defiance.
Memorials may be sent to a charity of the donor’s choice.

ROSE HANEY
1928-2005
MANSFIELD – Rose Marie Haney, 77, of Mansfield passed away Sunday evening, Sept. 4 at Med Central, Mansfield.
She was born July 27, 1928 in Paulding, the daughter of Floyd J. and Emma (Gary) Sutton, and has lived in Mansfield since moving from Shreve in 1991. She was a retired secretary for the United Methodist Church of Wooster and was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), where she was a member, of the Christian Woman’s Fellowship of Ohio. She was also a member of the Johnny Appleseed Woodcarvers and numerous church and community groups.
Rose is survived by her husband of 57 years, the Rev. Paul Russell Haney of Mansfield; three daughters, Connie (Gary) Oswalt of Mansfield, Kathy (Larry) Nickell of Waycross, Ga. and Julie (Mark) Gilson of Sevierville, Tenn.; two sons, Gary (Cathy) Haney of Clinton, Ohio and Mark (Suzette) Haney of Warren, Ohio; 13 grandchildren and spouses, Nedra and Robbie Tillman of Nicholls, Ga., Kelly and James Green of Blackshear, Ga., Mindy and Steve Leach of Mansfield, Scott and Stephanie Nickell of Blackshear, Ga., Holly Oswalt of Mansfield Kevin Nickell of Waycross, Ga., Joshua Haney of Macedonia, Ohio, Andrew Haney of Akron, Nicole Haney of Warren, Chad Haney of Warren, and Kyle, Whitney and Bryant Gilson, all of Sevierville, Tenn.; five great-grandchildren; a sister, June Taylor of Paulding; a sister-in-law, Barnetta Sutton of Paulding; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Leah and Richard Gunderman of Paulding; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Herb and Lois Haney of Cherokeevillage, Ark.; and a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Owen and Kathy Haney of Springfield, Ohio
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; one sister; one grandson and one great-granddaughter.
Services will be at at 10 a.m. today, Sept. 7, at the First Christian Church in Paulding, conducted by the Revs. Sharon Kiesel and Raymond C. White. Friends may call at the church prior to the 3 p.m. graveside service in Live Oak Cemetery in Paulding.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church.

JUSTUS KOCH
1931-2005
SHERWOOD – Justus A. Koch, 73, of Sherwood, passed away Thursday, Sept. 1 at Hickory Hills Nursing Home in Hicksville.
He was born Oct. 25, 1931 in Payne, the son of Wilhelm and Mary (Schaffer) Koch. He was a general laborer at Defiance Precision for 31 years, retiring in 1997. He was a member of St. Stephen’s Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus #2584 in Paulding, a social member of the VFW, member of the Sherwood Fire Department, a social member of the Delaware Township Fire Department, and the Ohio Volunteer Fireman’s Association.
Surviving are three brothers, John (Bernadine) Koch of Payne, Vitus (Ruth) Koch of Auburn, Ind., and Benjamin (Josephine) Koch of Fort Wayne; and two sisters, Hedwig Moeller of Fort Wayne and Margaret Moeller of Albion, Ind.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Daniel, Rudy and Carl Koch; and a sister, Catherine Koch.
Services were held Tuesday, Sept. 6 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Payne, with Father Herman Scherger officiating. Burial was in St. John Catholic Cemetery. Burr Funeral Home & Crematory of Sherwood was in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Delaware Township Volunteer Fire Department.
Condolences may be sent to the family and the on-line guest book may be signed at www.burrfh.com.

OVA PHLIPOT
1914-2005
PAULDING – Ova B. Phlipot, age 90, died 12:17 p.m. Monday, Aug. 29, at Paulding County Hospital.
She was born Sept. 10, 1914 in Paulding County, the daughter of Albert and Emma (Keist) Copsey. In 1934, she married Leo A. Phlipot, who preceded her in death on Sept. 29, 1976. She was the kitchen supervisor for the Paulding County Hospital retiring in 1979, after 18 years. She was a member of the Calvary Bible Church, Paulding County Senior Center, a charter member of the Sisters of the Skillet, a member of the Public Employees Retirement System, and the John Paulding Historical Society.
She is survived by a daughter, Helen (George) Kelly, Paulding; five sons, Robert (Dolores) Phlipot, Donald (Janice) Phlipot and Ray Phlipot, all of Paulding, Roy (Mary Jo) Phlipot of Scott, and Richard Phlipot, Defiance; a sister, Dorothy Wilson, Bushnell, Fla.; two brothers, LeRoy Copsey, Defiance, and Ray Copsey, Harlan, Ind.; 19 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and two great-great- grandchildren.
She also was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence Copsey; six sisters, Martha Wolf, Pearl Copsey, Lois Porter, Hazel Phlipot, Edna Hamman and Iva Foreman; and three granddaughters.
Services were held Friday, Sept. 2, at the Calvary Bible Church. Burial was in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, was in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Paulding County Senior Center, the Calvary Bible Church, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

SARAH BEVERLY
1957-2005
DEFIANCE – Former Paulding resident Sarah Beverly, age 48, died at 5:18 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 4, at her home.
She was born May 11, 1957, in Paulding County, the daughter of Earl Junior and Betty Lou (Highwarden) Beverly. She was employed by John Manville, Defiance, and was a member of the Quarter Century Club.
She is survived by three brothers, Earl Beverly of San Antonio, Kent Beverly of Paulding, and Elliott Beverly, Dallas; a sister, Leslie Beverly of Tiffin; and a nephew, James Earl Beverly.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Gregory A. Beverly.
Services were held Friday, Sept. 9 at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Tim Dooley officiating. Burial was in Rochester Cemetery, Cecil.
Donations may be made to Caring Way of Defiance.

CHERYL EARLY
1960-2005
OAKWOOD — Cheryl A. “Bo” Early, 45, of Oakwood, died at 8:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at the Defiance Regional Medical Center.
She was born July 21, 1960, in Paulding, the daughter of Rollin and Carolyn (Tunks) Roughton. She was employed by SK Hand Tool in Defiance. She attended the Melrose United Methodist Church, was a volunteer at Oakwood School, was a special and devoted mother and had a special place in her heart for all children. The needs of others were always her first priority. She enjoyed working in her flower garden and going to garage sales.
She is survived by her mother, Carolyn Tunks Roughton of Oakwood; two daughters, Hailey and Sydney, both at home; three brothers, Gene and Matt Roughton, both of Oakwood, and Eric (Shelly) Roughton of Paulding; two sisters, Rhonda (Buck) Downing of Oakwood and Diana (Ron) Sierer of Paulding; nieces, Candy (Sierer) Egnor, Brittany Sierer, Lindsay Roughton, Savannah Roughton and Kaitlyn Roughton; nephews, Bob Sierer, Ben Roughton, and Samuel Roughton; a great-niece, Leigha Egnor; two great-nephews, Damon and Colson Egnor; a special cousin, Kelly Porter; a special friend, Diane Stallbaum; and her former husband, Bobby Early.
She was preceded in death by her father, Rollin Roughton.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, at the Melrose United Methodist Church with Pastor Robert Parker officiating. Burial will be in the Little Auglaize Cemetery in Melrose.
Hours of visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. today, Sept. 14, at Heitmeyer Funeral Home in Oakwood and one hour prior to services at the church.
Preferred memorials are to her children, Hailey and Sydney Early.
Online condolences may be sent to www.heitmeyerfuneralhome.com.

DONALD PRICE
1929-2005
BLUFFTON, Ind. — Donald B. “Bart” Price, 76, of Bluffton, formerly of Huntington, Ind., died at 5:22 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 4, at Lutheran Hospital.
He was born Sept. 3, 1929 in Van Wert, the eldest son of Don H. and Edna Price. He was the beloved husband of Leona Price for 52 years. They were united in marriage on March 29, 1953. He grew up in Paulding and graduated from Paulding High School in 1947. In 1951, he graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University, where he was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. He enlisted in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, serving as a supply sergeant before being selected for Officer Candidate School (O.C.S.). He graduated from OCS at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio and was commissioned an air force officer. He primarily worked on Air Force and Department of Defense intelligence issues. After several years, he left active duty, but remained affiliated with the Air Force Reserve. He retired from the Air Force reserve at the rank of lieutenant colonel, having completed over 22 years of service. He was active in the Fort Wayne chapters of the Air Force Association and the Reserve Officer’s Association. He moved to Huntington in 1958. During the course of his business career, he worked in insurance, as a materials buyer and as a production and control manager for several manufacturing companies. He was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Huntington, where he served on numerous boards and committees. He was a Freemason and a member of the Scottish Rite in Fort Wayne. He also performed volunteer work for the American Red Cross and served as a volunteer tax preparer in Huntington. After moving to Bluffton in 2003, he became an active member of the Bluffton First United Methodist Church.
Surviving are his wife, of Bluffton; two sons, Douglas B. Price of Mesa, Ariz. and John B. Price of Cordova, Tenn.; four grandchildren; and a brother, Lynn Price of Brevard, N.C.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, at the First United Methodist Church, located at 325 W. Washington St., Bluffton, with the Rev. Cindy Osgood officiating. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16, at the Myers Funeral Home Markle Chapel, 415 N. Lee St., Markle, Ind., and one hour prior to services at the church.
Interment will follow at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, with a graveside service at the Rankin Union Cemetery in Rankin, Ill.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Red Cross or the National Parkinson’s Foundation, both in care of Myers Funeral Home, P.O. Box 403, Markle, Ind., 46770.
To sign his on-line guest registry, visit www.myersfuneralhomes.com and click on obituaries.

ANGELA SWITZER
1968-2005
PAULDING — Angela Renee Switzer, 36, died at 12:25 p.m. Monday, Sept. 5, at the Northwestern Medical Center in Chicago, where she had been a patient three days.
She was born Dec. 9, 1968, in Paulding County, the daughter of Terry and Elaine (Cotterman) Lothamer. On May 4, 1990, she married Todd A. Switzer, who survives. She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulding. She was employed as an education specialist for Headstart of Defiance, and was previously employed by Hicksville Junior High School, and Napoleon Junior High Catholic School.
Also surviving are her parents, Elaine and Roger Sierer; Paulding; a daughter, Ashley Switzer, Paulding; two brothers, Eric Lothamer of Defiance and Jeff (Amy) Sierer of Jewell; two sisters, Amy (Sam) Laibe of Ottawa, and Heather (Pat) Kohls of Kalida; grandparents, Wayne and Ivahbelle Lothamer and Richard and Carrie Cotterman, all of Paulding; and her kidney donor, Doreen Vance, also of Paulding.
Preceding her in death was her father, Terry Lothamer, in 1975.
Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 12, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with the Rev. G. Allan Fillman officiating. Burial will be in Live Oak Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, Angie and her family request that donations be made to the Ashley Switzer Education Fund.

GEORGE DAVENPORT
ANTWERP – George R. Davenport, 61, of Antwerp, died Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2005. Dooley Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

LUCILLE NEWMAN
COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. — Lucille L. Newman, 74, Columbia City, died Friday, Sept. 16, 2005. DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MARVIN LAUKHUF
1930-2005
HAVILAND — Marvin D. Laukhuf, 75, Haviland, died Saturday, Sept. 24. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

VIRGINIA WILLIAMSON
1921-2005
The friends and family of Virginia Williamson are invited to attend a memorial service celebrating her life.
Virginia Williamson, 84, died at 2:35 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, following a two-year battle with cancer.
Surviving are a daughter, Nancy (Doyle) Whitaker of Scott; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a brother, Jack, of Fla.
She was preceded in death by a son, Jimmy in 2004; and a brother, William Anderson.
Memorial services will be held at noon, Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, located one mile east and approximately two miles north of Grover Hill on Road 151. Pastor David Prior will officiate.
Preferred memorials are to Mt. Zion Church.

RAMONA ADAMS
1928-2005
PAULDING – Ramona Rae Adams, 76, died at 5:45 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, at her residence.
She was born in Paulding County, Nov. 13, 1928, the daughter of Henry L. and Reva G. (Edwards) Brown. In 1946, she married William T. Adams, who preceded her in death in 1975. She was employed by Ohio Art Company, Bryan.
She is survived by seven nephews, Dana Hanenkratt of Pinellas, Fla., Brad Hanenkratt of Colorado Springs, Mike Grob of Chelsea, Mich., Steve Grob of Brighton, Mich., Dale Wooton of Lake More, Ohio, Bobby Wooton of Terra Haute, Ind., and Mark Wooton, Paulding; five nieces, Shelly Stamm of Findlay, Joan Brown of Hicksville, Kathy Rieker of Grass Lake, Mich., Tammy Boroff of Grover Hill, and Pam Adamski, Aurora, Ill.; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.
She also was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Robert L. Wooton and Lawrence Brown; and three sisters, Kathryn Cheatham, Mary Anna Grob and Gloria Hanenkratt Crampton.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept. 24, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding. Burial was in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding.
Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Paulding County Hospital Visiting Nurses.

HARLEY ANKNEY
1940-2005
CECIL – Harley Edward Ankney, 65, died at 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19, at his residence.
He was born in Paulding County on April 22, 1940, the son of Jesse and Ode (Irwin) Ankney, who both preceded him in death. On Jan. 25, 1967, he married Dorothy Louise Arnett, who survives in Cecil. He was employed by Bard Manufacturing, Bryan for 28 years, retiring in 1998.
Also surviving are a daughter, Debra (Paul) Sawyer, Paulding; a brother, Robert (Mary) Ankney, Grayling, Mich.; a sister, Pat Kempe, Pigeon Forge, Tenn.; four grandchildren, Stephen Ankney, Wyatt Sawyer, Matt Rhoades, and Jaimie Rhoades; and a great-granddaughter, Leslie Rhoades.
Also preceding him in death was a son, Harley B. Ankney II; and two brothers, Jesse and Gene Ankney.
Funeral services were held Thursday, Sept. 22, at Den Herder Funeral Home, with Pastor Pat Johnson officiating. Burial was in Rochester Cemetery.
Donations may be made to Paulding Area Visiting Nurses and Hospice.

LOLA MAE CLEVELAND
1936-2005
NEW HAVEN — Lola Mae Cleveland, 69, died at 6:25 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne.
She was born April 22, 1936, in Little Rock, Ark., the daughter of Lester and Lonnie (Daniels) Patterson, who both preceded her in death. On Aug. 25, 1964, she married Arthur Cleveland, who preceded her in death on July 19, 1996. She was a member of Latty Zion Baptist Church and was employed by Teleflex, retiring in 1987.
Surviving are a daughter, Delores Mudd; two sons, Robert and Vernon Williams, all of Fort Wayne; two brothers; two sisters; and eight grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by a son, Arthur David Cleveland; a grandson, John Arthur Williams; six brothers; and a sister.
Services will be held at noon today, Sept. 28, at the Latty Zion Baptist Church. Burial will be in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne.
Hours of visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, is handling the arrangements.
Donations may be made to the Latty Zion Baptist Church.

TALITHA BROTSCHE
1976-2005
KENNETH CITY, Fla. — Talitha (Tish) Mara Reynolds Brotsche, 28, of Kenneth City, a former resident of Defiance, died Friday, Sept. 23, in her home.
She was born Dec. 28, 1976, in Defiance, the daughter of Micheal and Nancee (Zachrich) Reynolds. She had lived in Chico and Paradise, Calif.
Surviving are her parents, Ken and Nancee Brotsche of St. Petersburg, Fla; a sister, Briana (Breezy) Brotsche of St. Petersburg; a brother, Derek Reynolds; and grandparents, Mary Zachrich of Paulding, Robert Reynolds of Oaklawn, Ill., and Patricia Reynolds, of Harbor City, Calif.
She was preceded in death by her father; and her grandfather, Richard Zachrich.
Services were held at Anderson-McQueen Funeral and Cremation Centers, St. Petersburg Chapel. Burial was in Sunnyside Cemetery, St. Petersburg.

RAY COPSEY
1919-2005
HARLAN, Ind. — Ray Henry Copsey, 86, of Harlan, Ind., died Sunday, Oct. 2, in his residence.
He was born June 28, 1919, in Paulding, the son of Albert and Emma (Keist) Copsey. He married Mabel Anna (Foreman) and she survives. He served in the US Army during WW II and retired from REA Magnet Wire following 35 years of service. Following retirement he served as a security guard at Eagle Pitcher. He was a member of the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and the American Legion Post #377 in Woodburn.
Also surviving are a son, Harry Copsey of Woodburn; four daughters, Donna (David) Biltz of Fort Wayne, Barbara (Jim) Kjendalen of Hudson, Ind., Rose (Jim) Ehle, Angola, Ind., and Joyce (Chad) Schnelker of Waterloo, Ind.; a brother, Leroy Copsey of Defiance; a sister, Dorothy Wilson of Orlando, Fla.; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were a brother and seven sisters.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Harlan, Ind. with the Rev. Amy Beitelschees-Albers officiating.
Hours of visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church.
Burial will be in Lehman Cemetery at Payne. Hockemeyer Funeral Home of Harlan, Ind. was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the church or American Legion Post #377.

RAYMOND KASHNER
1913-2005
EDGERTON, Ind. — Raymond C. Kashner, 92, died Tuesday, Sept. 27, at his residence.
He was born June 18, 1913 in East Palestine, Ohio, the son of Otto and Bessie O. (Dugan) Kashner. On Aug. 30, 1953, he married Virginia L. Clark, who survives. In 1976, he retired from E.W. Boren Trucking where he was a truck driver.
Also surviving are three sons, William (Joann) Kashner of Fort Wayne, Terry (Michele) Kashner of Woodburn, and Ronald (Bridget) Kashner of Cecil; two daughters, Judy (Pearl) Gray of Tazewell, Tenn. and Sally Layfield of Warren, Ohio; 16 grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Donna Jean Engle; a brother, Francis Kachner; and a sister, Laura Powell.
Services were held Oct. 1, at the Edgerton Wesleyan Church in Edgerton, Ind. Burial was in the Lindenwood Cemetery in Fort Wayne. Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home, Payne, was in charge of the arrangements.
Memorial contributions can be made to Fort Wayne Indiana Hospice.

RAYMOND KASHNER
1913-2005
EDGERTON, Ind. — Raymond C. Kashner, 92, died Tuesday, Sept. 27, at his residence.
He was born June 18, 1913 in East Palestine, Ohio, the son of Otto and Bessie O. (Dugan) Kashner. On Aug. 30, 1953, he married Virginia L. Clark, who survives. In 1976, he retired from E.W. Boren Trucking where he was a truck driver.
Also surviving are three sons, William (Joann) Kashner of Fort Wayne, Terry (Michele) Kashner of Woodburn, and Ronald (Bridget) Kashner of Cecil; two daughters, Judy (Pearl) Gray of Tazewell, Tenn. and Sally Layfield of Warren, Ohio; 16 grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Donna Jean Engle; a brother, Francis Kachner; and a sister, Laura Powell.
Services were held Oct. 1, at the Edgerton Wesleyan Church in Edgerton, Ind. Burial was in the Lindenwood Cemetery in Fort Wayne. Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home, Payne, was in charge of the arrangements.
Memorial contributions can be made to Fort Wayne Indiana Hospice.

LUELLA OSTERHOLT
FORT WAYNE — Luella C. Hartings Osterholt, 86, died Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2005 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
She was born in Mercer County, Ohio. She was employed by J.C. Penney for 16 years in the alterations department, and was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church and also St. Vincent dePaul Society, Deanery Council of Catholic Women, Reserve Officers Association Ladies, National Council of Catholic Women. She was a parishioner of the former St. Hyacinth and St. Andrew Catholic Church.
Surviving are daughters, Sister Jane Marie (Mary Jane) Osterholt, SP of Bourbonnais, Ill., Ruth Ann (Ron) Moss of Alachua, Fla., Audrey Woods of Orange Park, Fla., Nancy (John Daniel) Hessler of Payne, and Theresa Dirig, Karen (Ron) Palmer, Agnes (Bob) Osterholt-Polston, all of Fort Wayne; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three brothers, Wilfred Hartings of Celina, Vernon Hartings of Maria Stein, Ohio, and Leo Hartings of Shelby; and three sisters, Alfrieda Mescher and Alice Moorman, both of Minster, and Doris Imwalle of Maria Stein.
Preceding her in death were her husband, Walter B. in 1982; a brother, Alfred Hartings; and two sisters, Eleanora Knapke and Norma Thobe.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, Sept. 30 at the St. Jude Catholic Church in Fort Wayne with Father Thomas Shoemaker officiating. Burial was in the Catholic Cemetery. D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home in Fort Wayne was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Sisters of Providence, St. Jude Catholic Church, or Bishop Luers High School.

BARBARA RICHARDS
1944-2005
PAULDING – Barbara Jean Richards, age 61, died at 3:06 a.m. Friday, Sept. 30, at her residence.
She was born June 24, 1944, in Grover Hill, the daughter of George and Kathryn (Marvin) Scherer. On June 26, 1964, she married Allen Richards, who survives. She was employed by the former Zeller Corporation of Defiance for 36 years, retiring in 1997.
Also surviving are two daughters, Lisa (Kenny) Jewell of Cecil, and Laura (Darryl) Mesker of Paulding, four stepchildren; three sisters, Joyce (Roger) Varner of Tucson, Carolyn (Robert) Belden of Defiance, and Marsha (Tom) Gorman, Wallingsford, Ky.; several stepbrothers and sisters; three grandchildren; and two stepgrandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her stepfather, Frank Guyton.
Services were held Monday, Oct. 3, at the Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding with Pastor Jack Berry officiating. Burial was in the Paulding Memorial Cemetery, Paulding.
Donations may be made to American Juvenile Diabetes Foundation or the Paulding Area Visiting Nurses & Hospice.

RALPH TAYLOR
1921-2005
ANTWERP – Ralph L. Taylor, age 83, of Antwerp, passed away at 2:44 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne.
He was born on Nov. 7, 1921, in Antwerp, the son of the late Ray and Olive (Overmeyer) Taylor. In 1941, he married Marylene L. Matzen, who survives. A member of the First Presbyterian Church of Antwerp, he also served on the Antwerp Fire Department for 25 years, 18 years as fire chief. He was instrumental in organizing the first rescue squad in Antwerp. He also served on the Antwerp water board and village council. He worked as a carpenter at Uniroyal Goodrich in Woodburn. He also worked at Langham’s Body Shop and owned his own auto body shop in Antwerp.
He will be sadly missed by his wife; daughter, Ellouise Copsey of Antwerp; granddaughter, Joyce Copsey; and 4 great grandchildren, Chris and Melitta Mendez, Mandolin Childers, and Adam Keogh.
His granddaughter, Josette Marie Copsey; sisters, Marie Cottrell, Edna McDonald and Ruth Jones; and brothers Harry and Ora Taylor have passed away.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 13 at Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, with the Rev. David Meriwether officiating. Burial will be at Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp.
Visitation is from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today, Oct. 12, and from 10-11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
In his memory, contributions may be made to Antwerp Fire Dept. or Antwerp EMS.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com.

RONALD
GERBER
1948-2005
HAVILAND – Ronald R. Gerber, age 57, died Saturday, Oct. 8, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
He was born May 14, 1948, in Paulding County, the son of Richard D. and Ruth B. (Williams) Gerber. On Oct. 25, 1980, he married Alice L. Pritchard, who survives. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Vietnam Conflict. He was owner-operator of Gerber Trucking, Paulding, and a member of VFW Post #587 and Fraternal Order of Eagles #2405.
Also surviving are his mother, Ruth E. Gerber, Paulding; five daughters, Laura (Brian) T’Kindt of Fort Wayne, Jamie (Mike) Sinn of Latty, Leslie (Bob) Saylor of Paulding, Audra (Scott) Schoenauer of Payne, and Susanne Gerber, Cincinnati; two brothers, Robert (Konnie) Gerber, Paulding, and Rick W. Gerber, Marion, Ohio; and four grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Gerber; an uncle, George Williams; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Drs. Kirkwood and Edythe Pritchard.
Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at the First Christian Church, Paulding, with Dr. Kirkwood A. Pritchard Jr. officiating. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Paulding. Paulding VFW Post #587 will provide military graveside services.
Visitation will be from 2-9 p.m. today, Oct. 12, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, and one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday.
Donations may be made to Paulding VFW Post #587 Ladies Auxiliary.

ELOUISE LINDSEY
1921-2005
PAULDING — M. Elouise Lindsey, 84, died Wednesday, Oct. 5, at the Whitehouse Country Manor, Whitehouse, Ohio.
She was born April 27, 1921 in Ralls, Texas, the daughter of A.H. and Cora (Tucker) Booth. On Oct. 12, 1940, she married Robert Lindsey Sr., who preceded her in death on Dec. 16, 1981. She was a homemaker and a member of the Paulding United Methodist Church.
Surviving are a son, Robert (Mary Lou) Lindsey of Salem, Va.; a daughter, Linda K. Lindsey of Whitehouse; two grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death was a sister, Imogene Thorton.
Services were held Saturday, Oct. 8, at Den Herder Funeral Home. Burial was in the Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding.
Preferred memorials are to Habitat for Humanity or American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

HAZEL MILES
1938-2005
CONTINENTAL — Hazel L. Miles, 67, Continental, died Monday, Oct. 10. Heitmeyer Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

CORA WARD
1918-2005
DEFIANCE — Cora Mae Ward, 87, died at 9:17 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 9, at Kingsbury House, Defiance.
She was born Sept. 12, 1918, in Robertson County, Tenn., the daughter of William Carl and Mattie Ann (Poole) Gregory. In 1942, she married Charles W. Ward, who preceded her in death in 1982. She was employed in Bordens in Van Wert, retiring in 1974. She was also a cook for the Paulding County Hospital, Paulding, and Balyeats Coffee Shop in Van Wert.
Surviving are two sons, Jesse (Sandy) Williams of Elgin, Ill. and Richard (Peg) Ward of Cecil; five daughters, Louise (Larry) Wieble, Defiance, Betty Bland, Oakwood, LaDonna McCoy, Boise, Idaho, Zelma Grunden Fort Wayne, and Deborah (Rick) Merillat of Stryker; 21 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and 21 great-great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were a daughter, Shirley Williams; 10 brothers; two sisters; a grandson, Wesley Bland; and a great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. today, Oct. 12, at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Paulding, with the Rev. Vernon Kirby officiating. Burial will be in the Little Auglaize Cemetery, Melrose.
Donations may be made to Emmanuel Baptist Church.

MIA EHRHART
2005
ANTWERP – Mia Elise Ehrhart, daughter of Cord and Corrie (Milligan) Ehrhart, was stillborn Friday, Oct. 14 at Toledo Hospital. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, was in charge of arrangements.

DAVID
HITCHCOCK
LANCASTER, Texas — David L. Hitchcock, 55, of Lancaster, Texas, died on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005.
He was a founding partner of Hitchcock Evert LLP. He began his legal career in active duty for the United States Marine Corps and he continued to serve in the Marine Corps Reserve for many years. He retired as a major. In 1980, he joined the Dallas law firm of Richards, Medlock & Andrews, now a part of Sidley, Austin Brown & Wood LLP, where he practiced as an intellectual property lawyer for 25 years. In January 2005, he co-founded the law firm of Hitchcock Evert LLP.
He was originally of Port Clinton, Ohio, and he attended the University of Cincinnati, graduating in 1973 with a bachelor of science degree in chemical engineering. He graduated from the University of Toledo Law School in 1976. He was a member of the board of directors of the American Intellectual Property Law Association and an adjunct professor of patent law at Texas Wesleyan University since 1995.
In addition to his distinguished career as a lawyer, he was an avid history buff, equestrian, and an elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Lancaster, and a member of the board of directors of the Lancaster Historical Society. He enjoyed scuba diving, farming, welding, blacksmithing, and working his two teams of Suffolk punch draft horses, Thunder and Lightning and Franklin and Lightning.
Surviving are his wife, Frances Hitchcock; a brother, James Hitchcock; nephews, Chris and Nick Hitchcock; and his stepmother, Ruth Hitchcock of Paulding.
He was preceded in death by his parents, the honorable J. Gareth and Helen E. Hitchcock.
Services were held Tuesday, Oct. 18, at the First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster, where internment followed at the Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery. Byrum Funeral Home in Lancaster, Texas, was in charge of the arrangements.

ESTHER SCHLATTER
1922-2005
PAULDING — Esther M. Schlatter, 83, died Monday, Oct. 17, at the Dallas Lamb Foundation Home.
She was born May 17, 1922, in Latty, the daughter of Otto and Lydia (Stoller) Schlatter. She was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church, Latty.
Surviving are two sisters, Elizabeth Wieland and Josephine (Don) Wenninger, both of Paulding; a brother, Herman “Dick” Schlatter, Paulding; and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by three brothers, John, Joseph and Ben Schlatter; a sister, Laura Dunham; and an infant sister, Emily.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, in the Latty Apostolic Christian Church Fellowship Hall. Burial will be in the Latty Apostolic Christian Church Cemetery.
Hours of visitation will be from 2-9 p.m. today, Wednesday, Oct. 19, at the Latty Apostolic Christian Church Fellowship Hall, and one hour prior to services. Den Herder Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Gideons International, Latty Apostolic Christian Church Building Fund, or to the Dallas Lamb Foundation Home Activity Fund.

VANESSA BARRETT
1955-2005
UPPER SANDUSKY — Vanessa J. Barrett, 50, of Upper Sandusky, died at 11:45 a.m., Monday, Oct. 17, at the Ohio State University Medical Hospital in Columbus.
She was born Feb. 25, 1955, the daughter of Lowell “Sweet Pea” and Margaret (Stahl) Craft. She was a 1973 graduate of Wayne Trace High School and graduated from the University of Findlay with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. On June 25, 1981, in Grover Hill, she married John Barrett, who survives in Upper Sandusky. She was a third grade school teacher at the Union Elementary School in Upper Sandusky for 27 years, and prior to that she taught for two years at the Upper Sandusky Junior High School. She was a member of the John Stewart United Methodist Church since 1981, where she was active in the following areas: Sunday School superintendent for many years, Sunday School teacher, nursery assistant, leader of the Grief Support Group, member of the Ladies Bible Study, and a member of the Grace Davis Myrta Moody Ladies Circle. She also sang in the church choir and she and her husband, John, volunteered in many areas for the youth of the church. She was also a member of the Usando Literary Club in Upper Sandusky. For hobbies she enjoyed scrapbooking, playing cards and board games and the fellowship that came with it. She loved following the local sporting events and volunteered bookkeeping for the various sporting events at the Junior and Senior High School.
She is survived by her mother, Margaret Craft of Grover Hill; a son, Bradley Allen Barrett of Dayton, Ohio; a daughter, Anna Catherine Barrett of Upper Sandusky; two brothers, Jim Craft of Grover Hill and John Craft of Van Wert; and one sister, Edy Schmidt of Van Wert.
Services were held Saturday, Oct. 22, at the John Stewart United Methodist Church in Upper Sandusky, with the Rev. Wayne Geissinger officiating. Graveside services were held Sunday, Oct. 23, at the Mt. Zion Cemetery, Grover Hill. The family has followed Vanessa’s wishes and has had her body cremated. Lucas Batton Funeral Home in Upper Sandusky was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the John Stewart UMC Building Fund and/or Christina L. Minehart Memorial Scholarship and can be sent to Lucas Batton Funeral Home, P.O. Box 207, Upper Sandusky, Ohio, 43351.
Online condolences may be sent to www.Lucasfh.com.

HAROLD
DOUGAL
1911-2005
SCOTT — Harold N. Dougal, 94, of Scott, died at 5:10 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 18, at the Hearth and Home in Van Wert.
He was born Aug. 25, 1911, in Scott, the son of George G. and Linnie (Norris) Dougal. On Oct. 1, 1949, he married Velma E. (Schaadt) Dougal, who preceded him in death on Feb. 18, 2003. He served in the U.S. Army in England during WW II. He was a rural mail carrier for 41 years, retiring in 1974. He was a 60 year member of the Van Wert Masonic Lodge #218, a charter member of the Scott Lions Club, and a member of North Union United Methodist Church in Van Wert.
He is survived by three sons, George A. (Amy) of Scott, James H. (Jennifer) of Woodburn, Ind. and Jerry (Marsha) Dougal of Ossian, Ind.; a sister, Maxine Enz of Worthington, Ohio; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Also preceding him in death were three sister, Norma Williams, Rheba Campbell, and Audrey Mosier; and a grandchild.
Services were held Saturday, Oct. 22, at Alspach-Gearhart-Funeral Home, with the Rev. Mary Ann Tomlinson officiating. Masonic services were conducted at 7:45 p.m., Friday, Oct. 21. Burial was in the Woodland Cemetery in Van Wert, where services were conducted by combined units of the Van Wert American Legion and VFW Posts. Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Scott EMS or North Union United Methodist Church.

EUGENE C. GRIFFITH SR.
1923-2005
OAKWOOD – Eugene C. Griffith Sr., 82, Oakwood, died Saturday, October 22. Heitmeyer Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MARY HACKBARTH
2005
WESTERVILLE — Mary A. Hackbarth, 78, of Westerville, died Sunday, Oct. 23 at her residence.
She is survived by Richard P. Hackbarth, her loving husband of 58 years; two daughters, Linda Fortin, and Mary Jo (Rick) Keefer; a son, Rick (fiancé, Kathy Curran) Hackbarth, all of Westerville; grandchildren, Keith Barnett, Tammy (her fiancé, Paul Lindeberg) Barnett, Kristen (Dr. Thomas) LaMarre; a great-grandson, Thomas LaMarre III; two sisters, Sharon (Paul) Strahley and Ruth Rosselet; a brother, Roy (Norma Jean) Lesslie; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Graveside services and burial will be held at 11 a.m., today, Oct. 26, at the Blendon Central Cemetery in Westerville. Moreland Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JOSEPH KLEIN
1946-2005
DEFIANCE — Joseph Michael Klein, 59, of Defiance, died at 6:19 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 19, at the Defiance Regional Medical Center in Defiance.
He was born Oct. 1, 1946 in Defiance, the son of Howard U. and Florence L. Scherer, who both preceded him in death.
He is survived by three sisters, Gertrude (Richard) Carnahan of Oakwood, Sharon (Ramon) Kinkade of Union Lake, Mich., and Starlet (Alden) Buell of Defiance; and two brothers, Clyde L. Skiver and Emmett H. Klein, both of Defiance.
Services were held Friday, Oct. 21, at the Mast-Mock-Hoffman Funeral Home in Defiance, with Father David Tscherne officiating. Burial was in the Potter-Klein Cemetery, Paulding County.
Preferred memorials are to the donor’s choice.

HOWARD YOUNG
1932-2005
PAYNE — Howard Eugene Young, 73, died 11:42 a.m. (EDT) Saturday, October 22, 2005, at the Convoy Care Center, Convoy.
He was born May 19, 1932, in Paulding County, the son of Evard and Lois (Ludwig) Young. On March 1, 1952 he married Dorothy Jean (Johnston) Young who survives.
He was a life long farmer retiring in 1994. He was a member of the Payne Church of Christ, Payne. He was a 50 year Master Mason of the Flat Rock Lodge #580 F&AM. He enjoyed Nascar Racing and collected John Deere memorabilia. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
Also surviving are two daughters: Debbie (Allen) Jenkins and Karen Neff; a son, John (Patty) Young; and his mother, Lois Young all of Payne; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren; one sister, Sue (Joe) Meyer of Antwerp; and one brother, Garry (Anita) Young of Payne.
He is proceeded in death by his father, Evard Young, in 1974.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. (EDT) today, Wednesday, Oct. 26, at the Payne Church of Christ. Minister Doug Nolen will officiate. Burial will be in Lehman Cemetery, Payne.
Calling will be at the church one hour before the service.
DenHerder Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the Payne Church of Christ or the Paulding Area Visiting Nurses/Hospice.

DELORES THOMAS
1929-2005
OCALA, Fla. — Delores J. Thomas, 76, a former Paulding County resident, died at 4:22 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 25, at Paulding County Hospital.
She was born on June 20, 1929, in Paulding County, the daughter of Oscar and Ann (Jacob) Sprow. In 1948, she married Robert G. Thomas, who preceded her in death on Nov. 30, 2000. She was a homemaker.
Surviving are two sons, Daniel R. (Cathy) Thomas of Tallahassee, Fla. and Robert “Brad” (Christine) Thomas of Silver Springs, Fla.; a daughter, Linda (Larry) Jackson of Paulding; two brothers, Elmer and Dan (Carolyn) Sprow of Paulding; a sister, Alverta Clark of Clearwater, Fla.; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Dan, Ed, and Von Sprow.
Services were held Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Mary Beth Smith Webb officiating. Burial was in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding,
Donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

FLOYD FRANKLIN
1934-2005
DRIPPING SPRINGS, Texas — Floyd M. “Ben” Franklin, 71, former Antwerp resident, passed away on Oct. 19, at his residence.
He was born in Paulding County Feb. 26, 1934, the son of Everett M. and Treva A. (Offill) Franklin, who both preceded him in death. He was a member of the 1953 class of Antwerp High School. On Oct. 16, 1955, at the Lutheran Church in Paulding, he married Beverly Ann Cox, who preceded him in death July 21, 1996. While he resided in the Paulding area, he was a barber in Woodburn, and later owned his own shop in Harlan, Ind. In 1970, he moved to Dripping Springs, Texas, where he worked as a contractor and at the Motorola Company, retiring in 1999.
Surviving are two sons, Scott E. (Donita) of Holt, Mo., and John W. Franklin of Dripping Springs; a daughter, Jamie (John) Boston, also of Dripping Springs; three grandchildren, Michael of Dripping Springs, and Nikki and Shelby of Holt, Mo.; two great grandchildren; a brother, Vaughn (Kathleen) Franklin of Antwerp; and a sister, Treva Lou (Richard) Bell of Fort Wayne.
Also preceding him in death were a son, Todd E. on May 23, 1983; and two brothers, Rex and Larry.
Services were held Friday, Oct. 21 at the First Baptist Church in Dripping Springs. Interment was at Phillips Cemetery, Dripping Springs, Texas. Harrell Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

CATHERINE LEE
1923-2005
CONTINENTAL — Catherine C. Lee, 82, of Continental, died Friday, Oct. 28. Heitmeyer Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LOIS HECK
1912-2005
ANTWERP — Lois A. Heck, 93, died Friday, Nov. 4, at Community Memorial Hospital in Hicksville.
She was born Feb. 14, 1912, the daughter of Clinton O. and Eva V. (Bradley) Dowding. On Feb. 23, 1938, she married Harold W. Heck, who preceded her in death on June 19, 1972. She was a cook for Lauts Bar and Grill of Minster, and was a member of the First Church of Christ, Payne.
Surviving are two sons, Richard Heck of Noble, Ill. and Stephen “Amol” (Martha) Heck of Columbus; two daughters, Karen (Homer) Sanders of Antwerp and Marilea Moore of Hicksville; a brother, Tom Dowding of Austin, Texas; two grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by a son, William (Butch) Heck; a brother, Bill Boyd Dowding; and a sister, Vera Lichty.
Graveside services were held Monday, Nov. 7, at the Lehman Cemetery, Payne. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Memorials may go to the Hickory Creek of Hicksville Activity Fund or a charity of the donor’s choice.

BETTY THOMAS
1943-2005
HICKSVILLE — Betty Jo Thomas, 62, died Friday, Nov. 4, at her residence.
She was born June 2, 1943, in Tacoma, Va., the daughter of Joe and Maggie (Flanary) Potter, who both preceded her in death.
She attended Tacoma High School. On June 15, 1963 in Paulding, she married Harry Thomas, who survives. She is a member of the First Baptist Church in Hicksville, where she served as church secretary and treasurer for 28 years and has been the president of WMU. Prior to her retirement she was employed at Vagabond Village, where she served as waitress, hostess and cashier.
Also surviving are five sons, Randall of Cecil, Ronnie (Shirley) of Harlan, Ind., Robert (Tammy) of Cecil, Wendell (Jennifer) of Paulding, and Ryan (Tara) of Hicksville; a daughter, Heidi (Andrew) Fry of Paulding; three brothers, Joe Potter of Mark Center, and John and Henry Potter, both of Paulding; two sisters, Rita Boggs of Cecil and Lucille Branch of War, W.Va.; and 15 grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were a grandchild and a sister, Marie MacIntosh.
Services were held Tuesday, Nov. 8, at Smith and Brown Funeral Home, Hicksville, with Pastor Randall Dubois officiating. Burial was in the Rochester Cemetery, Crane Township, Paulding.

BEVERLY PROCTOR
1931-2005
BRYAN — Beverly H. Proctor, 74, of Bryan, a former Paulding resident, died at 8:15 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, at her residence, following an extended illness.
She was born Oct. 1, 1931, in Fertile, Minn., the daughter of Helmer and Huldah (Nyen) Johnson, who both preceded her in death. On July 1, 1962, she married the Rev. David Proctor, who survives. She was an R.N., a homemaker and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Bryan.
Also surviving are five sons, David (Tamara) of Belmont, Pa., Duane of Bryan, Jonathan of Denver, James of Minneapolis and Brian (Hope) Proctor of Essex, Conn.; a foster son, Eric Kelly of Canton; three brothers, Harvey Johnson of Minnetonka, Minn., Arlie Johnson of Brooklyn Park, Minn., and Helmer Johnson of New Brighton, Minn.; and four grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were four brothers, Alton and Norris Johnson and two infant brothers.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. today, Nov. 9, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Bryan, with the Rev. Richard W. Buchsteiner officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. today at St. Paul Cemetery, Paulding. Following the burial, there will be a time of fellowship at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding is in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Trinity Lutheran Church, Bryan.

WILLIAM HUNTER
1926-2005
PAYNE — William E. “Bud” Hunter, 79, died at 8:53 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, at the Dallas Lamb Foundation Home in Payne.
He was born July 31, 1926, in Bloomington, Ind., the son of Frank and Rosetta (Vaught) Hunter. On Aug. 10, 1946, he married Helen L. Bell, who survives. He was a truck driver for Materials Handling Corp. of Fort Wayne, a member of the former Church of God in Payne, and was formerly employed by the Paulding County Highway Dept. as a truck driver.
Also surviving are three sons, Mike (Deborah) Hunter of Payne, William E. (Janet) of Van Wert, and Bud Hunter of Fosston, Minn.; three daughters, Joyce (George) Amweg of Bluffton, Ind., Linda (Donald) Cattell of Findlay, and Cheryl (Michael) Bevis of Paulding; three brothers, Wayne (Irene) Hunter and Donald (Mary) Pate, both of Indianapolis, and Jerry (Mary) Pate of Farmington Hills, Mich.; two sisters, Wilma Jean Scales of Fort Wayne and Jo Ann (Kenneth) Stahl of Van Wert; 20 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Leonard and Edward Pate.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Dave Dignal officiating. Burial will be in Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne.
Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. today, Nov. 9, and from 9 a.m. until time of services at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding.
Donations may be made to Helen Hunter.

AARON HOLLAND
1989-2005
OAKWOOD – Aaron M. Holland, 16, of Oakwood, died Sunday, Nov. 6, at his residence.
He was born Jan. 29, 1989 in Defiance. He was a sophomore at Paulding High School and played roller hockey in Bryan, ice hockey in Fort Wayne, and held a Brown Belt II Degree in karate. He played football in the ninth grade.
Surviving are his father, Graham Olin Holland of Defiance; his mother, Cristelda Acevedo of Oakwood; two sisters, Jessica Valle and Victoria Acevedo, at home; and grandparents, Silvia Vega of Butler, Ind., Ruben Acevedo of Orange Grove, Texas, Jean Kay Holland of Defiance, and Daniel Holland of Plover, Wis.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10 at Rose Hill Church of God, Paulding, with the Rev. Tim Hauenstein officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Defiance.
Visitation is from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today, Nov. 9 at Mast-Mock-Hoffman Funeral Home in Defiance, and one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

LARRY
BAUMLE
1936-2005
PAYNE – Larry N. “Sac” Baumle, age 69, died Thursday, Nov. 10, at the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne.
He was born April 17, 1936, in Paulding County, the son of Norbert “Nub” and Mary Evelyn “Lynn” (Darling) Baumle. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Payne. He was employed by Navistar International Harvester for 30 years, retiring in 1989 and was a U.S. Navy Veteran. He was a member of the American Legion Post #297, Payne; AMVETS Post #92, Payne; UAW Conservation Club of Monroeville, Ind.; and Fraternal Order of Eagles Post #3164, New Haven.
He is survived by a son, James G. Baumle, and a daughter, Amy L. (Chris) Lowden, both of Woodburn; two brothers, William E. Baumle of Springfield, Ohio, and Timothy (Sally) Baumle of Payne; a sister, Julie (Jim) Pendergrast of Antwerp; and six grandchildren.
A memorial service was held Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home, Payne.
Memorials may be made to the American Legion Post #297 or the AMVETS Post #92, both of Payne, or to the Payne EMS.

CAROLINE ROSE
ANTWERP – Caroline Dora Rose, 85, of Antwerp, died Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2005 at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, was in charge of arrangements.

HARLAN
BIRKHOLD
1924-2005
PAYNE – Harlan Fred Birkhold, age 81, died at 11:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20 at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born Oct. 20, 1924 in Payne, the son of Oscar and Mae (Franks) Birkhold. On July 21, 1953, he married Bonnie L. Frye, who survives. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during WWII, where he was awarded two Bronze Stars. He retired as a quality control inspector for Phelps Dodge in Fort Wayne after 38 years of employment. He was a life member of VFW Post 5087 in Antwerp and the American legion Post 297 of Payne.
Also surviving are a daughter, Cathy (Max) Moss of Harland, Ind.; three sons, Fred (Kim) Birkhold of Bryan, David (Vickie) Birkhold of Montpelier, and Van Birkhold of Fort Wayne; a brother, Gerald (Margaret) Birkhold of Defiance; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Leroy Birkhold; and an infant sister, Marie Birkhold.
Services will be at 11 a.m. today, Nov. 23, at St. James Lutheran Church, with Pastor Joseph Allen officiating. Burial will be in Lehman Cemetery, Payne, with military graveside rites. Slade-Den Herder Funeral Home in Payne is in charge of arrangements.
Visitation is one hour prior to services today at the church.
Memorials may be made to St. James Lutheran Church or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

JACK CLEMENS
2005
PAULDING – Jack Andrew Clemens was stillborn Nov. 10, 2005, at the Paulding County Hospital.
He is survived by his mother, Jamie Fuller, and father, Andy Clemens; a sister, Katlynn Fuller; all of Paulding; grandparents, Mike and Becky Lamb of Arthur, Sherry and Rocky Good of Broughton, and Harvey and Susan Clemens Jr. of Paulding; great-grandparents, Jackie Lamb and Harvey Clemens Sr., both of Paulding, and Dora Mae and Larry Laney Sr., Cecil.
A great-great-grandmother, Noretta Woodring, passed away on Nov. 16.
Private graveside services were held Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Hedges Cemetery with Pastor Stan Harmon officiating. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Donations may be made to Paulding County Visiting Nurses and Hospice.

ROSIE HEFFNER
1924-2005
PAULDING – Rosie H. Heffner, age 81, died Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Hawthorn Court Nursing Home, Paulding.
She was born Sept. 18, 1924, the daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Metzger) Herzig. On June 11, 1955, she married John H. Heffner, who survives. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulding and was formerly employed by Geha’s Restaurant and Johnson’s Restaurant, both of Paulding.
Also surviving are two sons, Joseph (Vickie) Heffner and Rayne (Cleo) Heffner, both of Paulding; a daughter, Rosemary (Dean) Horst, Ashland, Ohio; four brothers, Josh (Friedl) Herzig, Peter (Hildegard) Herzig and Paul (Mary) Herzig, all of Stuttgart, Germany, and John (Cecilia) Herzig of Paulding; a sister, Irma (Sigfried) Allmendinger, of Stuttgart, Germany; two grandchildren; a stepgrandson; and two great-stepgrandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Karl Herzig; and two sisters, Elizabeth and Mary Herzig.
Services were held Tuesday, Nov. 22, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with the Rev. G. Allan Fillman officiating. Burial was in Paulding Memorial Cemetery. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, was in charge of arrangements.
Donations may be made to Masses or to Hawthorn Court Activity Fund.

ELAINE MANZ
1956-2005
PAULDING – Elaine Marie Manz, age 49, died Wednesday, Nov. 16, at her home following an extended illness.
She was born April 28, 1956, in Paulding County, the daughter of Patrick C. and Kathryn June (Thompson) Dohoney. On Oct. 31, 1975, she married John R. Manz, who survives. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulding. She was formerly employed by Masterson’s Hardware, Defiance, Strait Realty and Re/Max Realty of Defiance. She was a self-employed bookkeeper, employed by Manz Accounting, Paulding, and was former co-owner of Manz Cheese House, Paulding. She was a former little girls softball coach in Paulding.
Also surviving are her mother, June Dohoney, Paulding; a son, Brandon Manz, Paulding; a daughter Briana Manz, Paulding; three brothers, Pat (Laura) Dohoney of Angola, Ind., Terry (Mary Sue) Dohoney of Bowling Green, and Jerry (Nancy) Dohoney, Middle Point; two sisters, JoAnn Schooley, Paulding, and Mary Beth (Dean) Allen, Parker, Colo.; and a granddaughter, Cloey Lynn Fohner.
She was preceded in death by her father; and a niece, Jennifer Dohoney.
Services were held Monday, Nov. 21, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulding, with the Rev. G. Allan Fillman officiating, and a second service at the Apostolic Christian Church, Junction, with church clergymen officiating. Burial was in the Dotterer Cemetery, Junction. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, was in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to Cloey Lynn Fohner College Fund, the Van Wert Foundation Scholarship Fund, or Paulding County Sheriff’s Reserves.

ROSE MILLER
1917-2005
ANTWERP — Rose Miller, 88, of Antwerp, died Saturday, Nov. 19 at Lutheran Hospital. Dooley Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

WILMA MILLER
1918 - 2005
PAULDING – Wilma June Miller, 87, died Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Hawthorn Court Nursing Home, Paulding.
She was born Aug. 31, 1918 in Haviland, the daughter of Willard and Elmyra (Parks) Wilson. On Nov. 26, 1936, she married John A. Miller, who preceded her in death on Jan. 28, 1991. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Paulding; a teacher’s aide for the Paulding Exempted Village Schools; a 50-year member and a former Worthy Matron of the former Eastern Star Corona Chapter #95 of Paulding; and a charter member of the Bay View Reading Club; and a member of the Sisters of the Skillet.
Surviving are a son, John Rex (Nancy) Miller of Hardeeville, S.C.; two daughters, Diana (Rudy) Mohr and Myrna (Larry) Vaughan, both of Paulding; a brother, Michael Tow, Haviland; three sisters, Hope Waldron of Van Wert, Mary Agness of Spencerville, and Rae Kay Eager, Greenville, S.C.; eight grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
She also was preceded in death by a brother, Willis Wilson; and a sister, Isabel Litchenstein.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 19 at the First Christian Church, Paulding, with Rev. Paul Biery officiating. Burial was in Live Oak Cemetery in Paulding. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church.

JOHN C.
STREET
1936-2005
HICKSVILLE – John C. Street, 69, died Saturday, Nov. 19, at Community Memorial Hospital, Hicksville.
He was born April 13, 1936 in Defiance, the son of Emanuel E. and Margaret (Bruner) Street. A 1954 graduate of Paulding High School, he was a U.S. Army veteran and worked as a self-employed plumber. He was a member of Eagles Aerie 2556 and American Legion Post 223, both of Hicksville, and AMVETS.
Surviving are a son, Steve of Benton, Ark.; two daughters, Sherrie Pierce of Manhattan, Mont., and Stacie Thompson of Billings, Mont.; 10 grandchildren; four sisters, Margaret Long of Middlepoint, Betty Landrie of Hicksville; Roberta Durre of Payne and Nancy Foltz of Paulding; and a brother, Harry, of Hicksville.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
There was no visitation or services. Smith & Brown Funeral Home, Hicksville, was in charge of arrangements.

NORETTA WOODRING
1920 - 2005
CECIL – Noretta Woodring, 85, died Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Parkview Memorial Hospital in Fort Wayne.
She was born in Antwerp July 23, 1920, the daughter of Dick and Eva (Reeb) Seslar. In 1938, she married Ronald L. Woodring, who preceded her in death in 1972. She attended Auglaize Chapel Church of God and was a member of the Paulding County Senior Center.
Surviving are six daughters, Dora Mae (Larry) Laney of Cecil, Alice Sentel of Ozark, Ala., Eva (Jerry) Durre of Columbus; Mary (Dennis) McVay of Oakwood; Kathy Hildebrant of Defiance and Debra (Vernon) Ray of Piedmont, Ala.; 16 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
She also was preceded in death by two sons, Richard L. and Clyde E. Woodring; and a great-great-grandson.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 19, at Auglaize Chapel Church of God, Oakwood, with Pastor Stan Harmon officiating. Burial was in the Rochester Cemetery, Cecil. Den Herder Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

JEWELL BALE
1912-2005
DEFIANCE – Jewell L. Bale passed away Wednesday, Nov. 23 at The Laurels of Defiance. She was 93.
She was born Jewell Langston in Timmonsville, S.C. on Sept. 20, 1912, the youngest child of James and Lara (Whitehead) Langston. She attended school in Timmonsville and graduated from Florence Co. High School. She attended Winthrop College for Women and graduated with a two year business diploma. She worked in both South and North Carolina. After World War II she traveled to Grand Junction, Colo., to visit friends. Securing a job at Grand Junction’s only radio station, KFXJ, she met Nathan K. Bale. They were married Feb. 14, 1948. Jewell worked as a bookkeeper at Beaver Mesa Uranium Mining Co. until their child Linda was born. After several years as a full-time homemaker, she returned to the work force keeping accounts for Management Services. She also wiggled out of retirement, keeping books for Mesa Travel and Horizon Travel Companies. In 1993 she returned to South Carolina to be near her sisters and her daughter in Ohio. Jewell had lived in Defiance since 2002.
Jewell leaves Linda and Gene Krouse and five grandchildren, Ambrose, David, Jeremiah, Sarah and Ariel Krouse.
Her husband Nate, brother Troy and sisters Snow, Dorthy and Ruby, and her parents preceded her in death,
There will be no funeral services. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, is in charge of arrangements. She will be interred in Memorial Gardens, Grand Junction, Colo., at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.

DAISY BATES
1906-2005
OAKWOOD – Daisy E. Bates, 98, died Monday, Nov. 21. Heitmeyer Funeral home was in charge of arrangements.

ETHEL BELAU
1907-2005
OAKWOOD – Ethel M. Belau, 98, died at 12:10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, at The Laurels of Defiance.
She was born April 15, 1907 in Arthur, the daughter of Otis H. and Lillian (Kinner) Kleinhen. On Nov. 14, 1924 she married Emery H. Belau, who preceded her in death in July 1993. She was a homemaker and a retired florist and formerly worked at the Defiance County Children’s Home. She was a member of Bethel Christian Church in Arthur, Busy Neighbors Extension Club, Euchre Club, and Paulding County Senior Center.
Surviving are a son, Robert L. (Carol) Belau, Oakwood; four grandchildren, Kent (Becky) Belau, Keith (Julie) Belau, Richard Gype and Kay (Paul) Green; and nine great-grandchildren, Katie, Kylie, Kristopher, Kassady, Kennan and Kurt Belau and Karlton, Kaila and Kasey Green.
Also preceding her in death were a daughter, Mary Ann Gype in June 1969; a brother, Richard Kleinhen; and a grandson, Jeffrey Gype.
Services were Tuesday, Nov. 29 at Bethel Christian Church with the Rev. Chris Baker officiating. Burial was in Sherman Cemetery, Oakwood. Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Oakwood, was in charge of the arrangements.

MAXINE MAY
CECIL – Maxine Johnston May, age 66, of Cecil, died Monday, Nov. 28, 2005. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, is in charge of arrangements.

CORINNA MILLER
1969-2005
MELROSE – Corinna Lee (Stroup) Miller, age 36, died 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, at her parents’ residence after a short illness.
She was born Jan. 27, 1969 in Paulding County, the daughter of Richard L. and Janet P. (Schlegel) Stroup. She was a 1988 graduate of Paulding High School and Vantage Vocational School, where she studied child development. She was a former employee of McDonald’s of Butler, Ind. She also worked at Res-Care and the Betz Nursing Home both of Auburn, Ind. and Prince Manufacturing of Waterloo, Ind.
Surviving are her parents, of Melrose; one sister, Tabbie (Brad) Bair of Melrose; a nephew, Jordan Bair of Melrose; a grandmother, Maxine Schlegel of Paulding; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Vaughn Schlegel Sr.; a grandmother, Viola Stephey; and a nephew, Jacob Bair.
Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. today, Nov. 30, at the Auglaize Chapel Church of God, Oakwood. Pastor Stan Harmon will officiate. Burial will be in Hedges Cemetery, Paulding. Visitation is at the church one hour before services. Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding is in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society.

EVELYN LUDWIG
SPILLERS
1916-2005
PAYNE – Evelyn Ludwig Spillers, age 89, died at 7:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25, at the Dallas Lamb Foundation Home, Payne.
She was born May 7, 1916 in Shelby County, Ohio, the daughter of Louis and Ida (Baker) Swiger. In 1936 she married Chester E. Ludwig, who died in 1959. In 1978 she married Chalmer Spillers, who preceded her in death in 1989. She was a homemaker.
Surviving are one son, Larry (Sharon) Ludwig of Port Charlotte, Fla.; two daughters, Ida May (James) Franklin of Saskatchewan, Canada and Linda (Jared) Page of Payne; nine grandchildren; one great-grandson; and a brother, Harold Swiger of Sidney, Ohio.
She also was preceded in death by a son, Byron Ludwig; and three sisters, Dorothy Spring, Wilma Swiger and Norma Jean Babcock.
There will be no visitation or funeral services. Burial will be at a later date at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park Cemetery, Toledo. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, is in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Paulding County Area Visiting Nurses/Hospice, Dallas Lamb Foundation Home Activity Fund or a charity of the donor’s choice.

ELOISE BECK
1931-2005
HICKSVILLE – Martha Eloise Beck, age 74, died on Tuesday, Nov. 29 at Community Memorial Hospital of Hicksville.
She was born on Feb. 28, 1931 in Hicksville, the daughter of Merle and Helen (Morhart) Voght. She graduated from Hicksville High School in 1948. On Aug. 25, 1951, she married Ernest Ned Beck, who preceded her in death on Jan. 2, 2005. She retired from Paulding Exempted Village Schools and was co-owner of Beck’s Bakery in Hicksville from 1957-1967.
Surviving are two sons, Stephen (Lori) Beck of Carmel, Ind. and Joseph (Keri) Beck of Alpharetta, Ga.; six grandchildren, Andrew, Travis, Aubrey, Samuel, Sarah and Jordan; and three great-grandchildren, Alexandra, Brianna and Ella.
Service were held Friday, Dec. 2 at Smith & Brown Funeral Home in Hicksville with the Rev. Clarence Zimmerman officiating. Burial was in Six Corners Cemetery, Hicksville.
Preferred memorials are to the Crippled Children & Adult Society Inc.

WILLIAM WOLFLE
1938-2005
PAULDING – William L. Wolfle, age 66, died Monday, Dec. 5, in his home after an extended illness.
He was born Dec. 13, 1938, the son of William “Al” and M. Emogene (Staley) Wolfle, On May 29, 1965, he married Peggy I. Gilroy, who survives. He was employed by Zeller Corp. in Defiance, retiring in 2000, after 39 years. He was a member of VFW Post 587 and the Paulding Eagles 2405.
Also surviving are a son, William H. (Brenda) Wolfle of Paulding; a daughter, Tiffany (Ryan) Ralston of Columbia City, Ind.; two brothers, Timothy Wolfle of Paulding and Joseph (Rhonda) Wolfle of Grove City; two sisters, Jeanne Ann (Pudge) Myers and Marinell Sigley, both of Paulding; and six grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Susette I. Wolfle; and a brother, David Wolfle.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 8 at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding. Burial will be in Live Oak Cemetery.
Visitation is from 2-9 p.m. today, Dec. 7, and from 9 a.m. until time of services on Thursday at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials are to Paulding Area Hospice.

ORLANDO FOUST
1919-2005
ANTWERP – Orlando F. Foust, age 86, died Tuesday, Nov. 29, at the Hawthorn Court Nursing Home, Payne.
He was born April 11, 1919, in Benton Township, the son of A.F. and Effie (Blake) Foust. On Sept. 19, 1941, he married Alice P. Holtsberry, who survives. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during WWII. He served 30 years in the banking business as president, executive vice president and cashier of the former Union State Bank, Payne, retiring at the age of 70 years. He also worked for Dana Corporation, Spicer Division in Toledo; Permaglass in Payne; and Weatherhead in Antwerp.
Also surviving are two daughters, Anita (Ray) Friend, Antwerp, and Cathy (John) Hess, rural Cecil; two sons, Terry (Janet) Foust and Steven (Elaine) Foust, both of Antwerp; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a brother, Donald Junior Foust, Hicksville.
He was preceded in death by his parents; 10 brothers: Marion, Kester, Lloyd, Elmer, Pearl, Earl, Lennis, Lenard, Raymond and Delmar; and three sisters, Ima Tredenick, Bertha Seger and Alta Bartels.
Services were Friday, Dec. 2, at the Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, with John Hess officiating. Burial was in Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp.
Donations may be made to Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall, Antwerp.

ESTHER HOWARD
ANTWERP – Esther M. Howard, 91, Antwerp, died at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2005 at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Hicksville. Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp was in charge of arrangements.

JOYCE JEWELL
1945-2005
PEMBROOK PINE, Fla. — Joyce Elaine Jewell, 59, a former Paulding County resident, died Oct. 12, at Memorial Hospital in Pembrook, Fla.
She was born Dec. 29, 1945, in Latty, the daughter of Leo and Martha (McDougall) Flint, who both preceded her in death. Prior to moving to Hollywood, Fla. in 1979, she was a member of the First Christian Church in Paulding, Paulding Eagles, and the Paulding VFW Auxiliary Post 587. She was employed by Danny’s Pub in Hollywood, Fla., retiring in 2003.
Surviving are two daughters, Tona Morhart (Mike) Hornbostel of Fort Wayne and Joette Jewell (Kyle) Fox of Payne; six grandchildren; two sisters, Leah (John) Boundy of St. Charles, Mo., and Betty (Don) Vogel of Angola, Ind.; two brothers, Dale (Sue) Flint of New Haven and Daniel (Laurie) Flint of Fort Wayne.
Also preceding her in death were two brothers, Theodore and Wilbur Flint.
Graveside services will be held at Hedges Cemetery at a later date. Den Herder Funeral Home is handling local arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

NELLIE PARKER
SHERWOOD – Nellie Bristol Parker, 88, Sherwood, died Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2005 at Hickory Creek at Hicksville. Burr Funeral Home and Crematory, Sherwood, was in charge of arrangements.

NORMA THORNELL
1927-2005
CONVOY – Norma M. Thornell, 78, of Convoy, died at 6:50 a.m. Friday, Dec. 2, at Convoy Care Center in Convoy.
She was born Jan. 24, 1927 in Latty, the daughter of Minor and Hazel (Bailey) Long. She married Arnold F. Thornell, who survives. She was a mother, housewife and worked on the family farm. She attended Sugar Ridge Church of God, Convoy.
Also surviving are a son, Maurice (Linda) Thornell of Convoy; two daughters, Maureen King of Fort Wayne and Jone (Mick) Boroff of Scott; two brothers, Noah Gene (Doris) Long of Celina and Russell (Juanita) Long of Latty; a sister, LaDonna Poling of Convoy; and seven grandchildren, Melissa Foley, Chad Thornell, Storm Mercer, Heidi Measley, Ebony Carcione-Wilkes, Jeremy Boroff and Heath Boroff.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Kenneth Long; and a sister, Sarah Anna Louise Williamson.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. today, Dec. 7, at Sugar Ridge Church of God, with the Rev. Steve Waterman officiating. Burial will be in Dealey Cemetery, Paulding County, at a later date. Gearhart, Mack & Jurczyk Funeral Home in Convoy is in charge of arrangements.
Visitation is one hour prior to services today at the church.
Preferred memorials are to Convoy EMS.

JUNE HORNEY
1926-2005
PAYNE — June I. Horney, 79, died at 2 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 11, at her residence.
She was born Jan. 29, 1926, in Paulding County, the daughter of Richard A. and Effie A. (Anspaugh) Manley. On May 19, 1942, she married Edwin J. Horney, who preceded her in death on Oct. 11, 1998. She was a homemaker and an avid Bingo player.
Surviving are a daughter, June M. Horney of Payne; two sons, Rex (Cindy) Horney of Marietta, Ga. and Gary (Candy) Horney of Conyers, Ga.; two brothers, Harry and Norman Manley, both of Paulding; five grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Ann Horney; four brothers, LeRoy, Blake, Richard and Frank Manley; and four sisters, Velma Comadoll, Faye Farison, Alice Luderman, and Pat Proxmire.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 15, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding. Burial will be in Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne.
Hours of visitation will be from 2-8 p.m., today, Wednesday, Dec. 14 and 9 a.m. until time of services. Den Herder Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to the Paulding County Area Visiting Nurses and Hospice.

GEORGE
MEEKER
1946-2005
TROY — George E. Meeker, 59, of Troy, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 8, at the Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy.
He was born Sept. 18, 1946, in Fulton, Ky., the son of George Emil and Louise (Davis) Meeker, who both preceded him in death. On Sept. 23, 1967, he married Marie “Mary” A. Grilliot, who survives. He was a U.S Navy veteran, serving during the Vietnam War.
He was a 1965 graduate of Troy High School and a 1976 graduate of Wright State University, where he earned a bachelor of science degree in rehabilitation education. He was formerly employed at Miami County Board of MRDD in Troy for eight years in the adult service program as a vocational evaluator, Paulding County MRDD workshop director, Piqua Memorial Hospital as environmental services and safety director, Yoder Industries in Dayton as a purchasing agent, and at Heartland of Piqua in environmental services.
He served as a board member on the Champaign Residential Services Inc., former president of the Piqua Skypark Areo Club, and a board member of the Troy Historical Society.
Also surviving are a son, Master Sergeant George E. (Rhonda) Meeker III of Mary Esther, Fla.; a daughter, Heather, (Brian) Lewis of Troy; four grandchildren, Jaron and Matthew Meeker and Kathryn and Brandon Lewis; and a foster daughter, Stacy Rollins of Huntsville, Ala.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. today, Dec. 14, at the Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home in Troy, with the Rev. Fr. James Duell officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Miami County, P.O. Box 502, Troy, Ohio, 45373 or the Troy Historical Society, P.O. Box 401, Troy, Ohio, 45373.

MITCHELL
MCGOUGH
1985-2005
PAULDING — Mitchell David McGough, 20, died Dec. 9, as a result of a car/train accident in Corpus Christi, Texas.
He was born Feb. 9, 1985, in Van Wert, Ohio, the son of Robert McGough Jr. and Mary Ann Miller.
He was a 2003 graduate of Wayne Trace High School. He was in the United States Navy, stationed at Ingleside, Texas, and assigned to the USS Falcon.
He is survived by his parents, Robert (Renee) McGough of Antwerp and Mary Ann (Alan) Miller of Columbus Grove; three brothers, Matt McGough of Grover Hill, his twin brother, Michael McGough of Columbus Grove, and Kenneth Sakosits of Grover Hill; his former step-father, Jon M. Sakosits; and grandparents, Alonzo and Linda Brummette of Mendon, Robert (Carmen) McGough Sr. of Columbus, Ohio, and Patricia (Tim) Ralston of Van Wert.
Preceding him in death were a cousin, Darrell E. Brummette and several great-grandparents.
Arrangements are pending at Brickner Funeral home, Van Wert.

BETHEL RAKES
OAKWOOD — Bethel Gene Rakes Jr., 48, of Oakwood, died Saturday, Dec. 10, 2005. Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Oakwood, was in charge of the arrangements.

PAUL REYNOLDS
OAKWOOD – Paul A. Reynolds, 93, of Oakwood, died Thursday, Dec. 8, 2005. Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Oakwood, was in charge of the arrangements.

MABEL KOENN
1924-2006
PAULDING – Mabel C. Koenn, age 81, died Wednesday, Jan. 25 at her home.
She was born Nov. 27, 1924, in Augusta, Ga., the daughter of William and Mary Ellen (O’Connell) Hickman. She met Francis Hubert Koenn at the USO near the end of WWII and they were married on Dec. 1, 1945 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Augusta, Ga. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulding, and was a member of the former Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, of Cecil, where she was a member of the Altar Rosary Society, a CCD teacher, and the principal of religious education. She was active in the Crane Township Women’s Club, and Paulding County Senior Center in Paulding. She enjoyed traveling and loved her trips with the Senior Citizens.
Surviving are her husband; 10 children, Mary Ellen Koenn of Morgantown, W.Va., Lawrence (Diana) Koenn of Chugiak, Alaska, Marge (John) Scott of Hillsdale, Mich., Dan (Linda) Koenn of Franklin, Tenn., Marti (Larry) Overmyer of Payne, Donna (John) Tritle of Valparaiso, Ind., Monica (Mark) Mays of Tipp City, James (Alayna) Koenn of Auburn, Ind., Jerry (Julie) Koenn of Delta, and Marcia (Steve) Pesicek of Wooster; 28 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by three brothers, Broadus, Thomas and Ted Hickman; and three sisters, Ellen Simpson, Harriet Whaley and Mary Usry.
Funeral services were held Monday, Jan. 30, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulding, with the Rev. G. Allan Fillman officiating. Burial was in the Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Cecil. Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, was in charge of arrangements.
Donations may be made to the Paulding Area Visiting Nurses & Hospice; Paulding County Hospital Home Healthcare Visiting Nurses; Catholic Elementary Schools in Augusta, Ga. (for families unable to pay); or Masses.

DOYLE
McCOY
1930-2006
PAULDING – Doyle B. McCoy, 75, died Tuesday, Jan. 24, at Hawthorn Court Nursing Home in Paulding.
He was born Dec. 13, 1930, in Van Wert County the son of Gerald E. and Lilah M. (Blake) McCoy. On July 24, 1955, he married Shirley May Smith, who preceded him in death on Nov. 19, 1997. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He was employed by B.F. Goodrich/Uniroyal, Woodburn, retiring in 1994, following 29 years of service. He was a member of the Paulding County Rabbit Breeders Association, 4-H adviser for the “Busy Bunnies” and a member of the Paulding County Horsemen’s Association.
He is survived by a son, Roger (Penny) McCoy, Hicksville; two daughters, Carla S. (Joseph) Gillen of Liberty Center, and Darla M. (Daniel) Smith, Paulding; and six grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Friday, Jan. 27, at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, with Clark Williman officiating. Burial was in the Blue Creek Cemetery, Haviland, where military graveside rites were conducted by the Paulding VFW Post #587.
Donations may be made to American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.

RICHARD
THOMPSON
1913-2006
PAULDING — Richard H. Thompson, 92, died at 7:20 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, at Hawthorn Court Nursing Home in Paulding.
He was born July 26, 1913, in Paulding County, the son of Loren and Minnie (Kemler) Thompson. On March 24, 1941, he married Evelyn (Evie) L. Memmer, who survives in Paulding. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in WWII. He was an employee of the former Paulding Water, Light and Power Company. He retired from the Ohio Power Company. He was a member of the Paulding VFW Post #587, the Paulding County Fair Board, and a member of the Flat Rock Masonic Lodge #580 of Payne.
He is also survived by a sister, June Dohoney of Paulding.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathy R. Thompson in 1984; four brothers, Francis, Robert, Jim and Donald; and two sisters, Pauline Sidle and Louise Hesrich.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, at Den Herder Funeral Home in Paulding, with Pastor Mary Beth Smith Webb officiating. Burial will be in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding, where the Paulding VFW Post #587 will conduct military rites.
Hours of visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. today, Feb. 1, at Den Herder Funeral Home. A Masonic memorial service will be conducted at 7:30 p.m.
Preferred memorials are to the Hawthorn Court Nursing Home Activity Fund or to the Paulding County Senior Center Transportation Fund.

KARL ERICKSON
PAYNE – Karl W. Erickson, 53, of Payne, passed away May 23, 2006 while on vacation. He is survived by his wife, Carol Wannemacher Erickson. Services are pending.