All Obituaries

Joanna Zontini, age 52, went home to be with the Lord on May 3, 2026. She was born on October 1, 1973, the daughter of the late Martin Zontini Sr. and Karen (Frye) Zontini.  Joanna was a kind and compassionate soul whose heart was always open to others. She cared deeply for her family, friends, and anyone fortunate enough to know her, always willing to lend a helping hand or offer words of encouragement. Joanna had a special love for the outdoors and found joy in the beauty of nature. ...

Paul Siesel, 94, of Bismark passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026 at Admiral’s Pointe Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center in Huron.  He was born January 29, 1932 in Monroeville, Ohio the son of Urban J. and Theresa A. (Fritz) Siesel.  A veteran of the United States Army, Paul served from 1953 until receiving his honorable discharge in 1955. Upon returning home, he wed his devoted wife of 68 years, Alice M. (Phillips), on November 30, 1957. Paul’s professional life was ...

Nancy L. (Gildenmeister) Bilbrey, age 89, of Bellevue, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Bellevue Care Center. A native of the region, she was born in Fremont on July 15, 1936, to her devoted parents, Delbert and Dorothy (Tucker) Gildenmeister. Nancy spent her life cultivating deep roots within her community and nurturing a family that remains her greatest pride. Dedicated to both service and creativity, Nancy was an active and long-time member of the Bellevue Eagles Auxiliary. ...

Linda Fagan, 74, of Green Springs passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at the Valley View Health Campus in Fremont.  She was born September 18, 1951 in Rosman, North Carolina the daughter of Arlin and Reba (Galloway) Lance. Linda spent most of her life in the south before making Green Springs her home in recent years. She enjoyed browsing flea markets, casting a fishing line, and expressing herself through poetry. Known for her warm personality and friendly nature, Linda could strike up ...

George “Frankie” Karr III, 56, of Fremont, OH passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at his home in Oak Harbor. Frankie was born on June 18, 1969 to George “Frank” Karr II and Virginia “Ginny” (Withrow) Stansberry in Fremont, OH. Frankie worked several General Labor Jobs in his career. He enjoyed working on cars, cooking, Cincinnati Bengals Football, The Ohio State Buckeyes, Jimmy Johnson and AC/DC. Frankie is survived by his Mother, Virigina (Ginny) ...

Warren G. Robinson, age 80 of Fremont, OH, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky, OH. Warren was born March 4, 1946, in Lloyd County, KY, the son of the late Wallace E. Robinson, Sr. and Verna (Carroll) Robinson. Warren proudly served his country in the United States Army with the 173rd Airborne Brigade during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he remained active in his community as a member of the Clyde VFW, a former member of the ...

Brenda Carol Perry, 78, of Green Springs, Ohio, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on Monday, June 1, 2026. Born on November 3, 1947, in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of Henry and Artie Perkins. Brenda was the oldest of twelve siblings and cherished the special bond she shared with each of them throughout her life. Family was always at the center of her heart, and she took great pride in staying connected to those she loved. On June 25, 1966, Brenda married the ...

Mary Ann (Kleinosky) Clapp, a beloved member of the Flat Rock community, passed away at the age of 67, on Friday May 29, 2026, at the Bellevue Hospital with family close by.  She was born on July 28,1958, daughter of the late Robert and Eileen Kleinosky.  She graduated from Bellevue High School where she met then later married the love of her life Ronald Clapp on February 4, 1977 in Flat Rock, OH. Together they built their life around their family with 4 sons, Mary Ann and Ron ...

Dennis William McClain, age 70, passed away on December 12th, 2025 in Houston, TX after a recent diagnosis of metastatic cancer. He was born on November 6th, 1955 in Bellevue, Ohio to Gerard and Marguerite (Christman) McClain. He attended Bellevue Immaculate Conception, graduating from Bellevue High School in 1974. Dennis attended Notre Dame University, graduating Summa Cum Laude from University of Houston-Clear Lake with a bachelor of science degree in Physics-Electro Optics. Dennis ...

Tonya Hayward, 82, of Bellevue passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at The Willows at Bellevue.  She was born December 14, 1943 in Bellevue the daughter of Leon and Betty Jane (Plowright) Shinaberry. A 1962 graduate of Bellevue High School, Tonya remained involved with her alma mater for many years by helping plan class reunions. Professionally, she served as the office manager for Hayward Rigging while dedicatedly managing her home. Tonya’s faith was central to her life; as a ...

Anthony Michael Maltese, 64, of Bellevue, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the Cleveland Clinic surrounded by the love of his family. Born on April 13, 1962, in Sandusky, Ohio, Tony was the son of Anthony and Caroline (Iannello) Maltese. A proud 1980 graduate of Bellevue High School, he honorably served in the United States Army as an Airborne Ranger from 1984 to 1987 before pursuing his passion for culinary arts. Tony’s passion for cooking and bringing people together ...

Ella Vee Holbrook, age 83, of Castalia, Ohio, was called to her heavenly home by our Lord Jesus Ella passed away at her residence on Sunday, May 24, 2026, with her daughter, Paula, and son-in-law, Charles Bailey, by her side. She was born in Salyersville, Kentucky, on July 2, 1942, and was the daughter of the late Charlie and Mattie (Back) Rowe. A devoted Christian and member of Wayside Temple Church in Castalia, Ohio, Ella was known as a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, ...

Mildred M. Molnar, age 88 of Perrysburg, OH, formerly of Clyde, OH, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Glass Peaks Senior Living in Toledo, OH. Mildred was born November 24, 1937, in Plankton, OH, the daughter of the late Jacob and Ethel (Barnes) Price.  Mildred was the heart of her family and the greatest mother, grandmother, and “Gigi” anyone could ask for. Family was everything to her, and nothing brought her more joy than having loved ones gathered around her table. ...

Robert “Robbie” V. Linder, age 83, of Powder Springs, Georgia, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, with his family by his side. Born on February 14, 1943, he was the son of Alice K. (Beasley) Smith and Robert F. Linder. Robbie was raised in Bellevue and went on to serve in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1966. Following his military service, he dedicated over 36 years to his career with the Norfolk Southern Railroad. He was a passionate fan of The ...

Regina Leber, 69, of Clyde passed away May 13, 2026, in her home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. She was the most amazing, caring person. She was a caregiver for her parents through their separate illnesses. Then she cared for her husband of 44 years before his death. She even made it her career, starting at the Bellevue Care Center then transferring to the Willows at Bellevue for 17 years before her retirement due to her illness. She loved spending time with ...

William Kolker, 80, of Republic and formerly of Columbia Station, passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by loved ones on Friday, May 8, 2026.  He was born October 8, 1945 in Cleveland, Ohio the son of Elmer J. and Marie A. (Wray) Kolker.   Bill graduated from Olmsted Falls High School and immediately enlisted in the United States Navy. He served for four years, deploying on the USS Saratoga with Fire Squadron VF103. After his discharge, he returned to the ...

Leanne Grace Stout, 61, of Attica, Ohio passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Fisher-Titus Medical Center in Norwalk. She was born June 2, 1964 in Bellevue the daughter of Gary and Jo (Sberna) Haynes.  Leanne graduated from Bellevue High School. For many years, she worked as a transcriptionist at The Bellevue Hospital, and was employed at Sutton Bank in Attica as an Item Processing Operator from June of 2019. Her coworkers and friends at the bank described her as ‘the light of ...

On Monday, April 27th, 2026, Clarence Robert Young left this world to be with his father. He was born on May 1, 1967, to Clarence W. and Verna Young.  Rob was an employee of Revere Plastic Systems for over 26 years. He was an eccentric person who had a quirky sense of humor. He spent his leisure time teaching himself to play bass guitar, model building and collecting, and taking care of his mother. Rob was an avid collector of many things including Godzilla, crow memorabilia, and ...

David A. Seeley, 85, of Bellevue passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026 at his home.  He was born February 19, 1941 in Sandusky, Ohio the son of Albert and Beatrice (Potter) Seeley. David managed the former Food Town in Bellevue from 1985 until its closure.  After “retiring” he opened Cold Rush in Bellevue in 2003.  He loved his grandchildren, ice cream, and the Green Bay Packers.  He enjoyed spending time at the islands and built his own house on Middle ...

Angela Taylor, 50, of Fremont passed away Friday, April 24, 2026 at her home.  She was born October 1, 1975 in Fremont the daughter of Marion Taylor and Wava (Maines) Belknap.   Above all, Angela cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren. She spoke of them with a joy that lit up every conversation, always eager to share their accomplishments, funny stories, and everyday moments. She made sure everyone knew just how deeply proud she was of them. Angela is survived ...

Derrick J. Englehart, age 31 of Bellevue, OH, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Akron General Medical Center in Akron, OH. Derrick was born November 26, 1994, in Bellevue, the son of Dustin Englehart and Carrie (Rex) Englehart. Derrick lived a life marked by curiosity, faith, and a spirit of adventure. He found great joy in exploring the United States, always eager to see new places and experience all that life had to offer. His service in the National Guard reflected his ...

Shirley M. Orben, 77, of Bellevue and formerly of Swanton, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at The Willows at Bellevue.  She was born July 12, 1948 in Milford, Pennsylvania the daughter of Edson and Myrtle (Hoffman) Helms. Shirley dedicated her professional career to working in the Bursar’s Office at Owen’s Community College in the Toledo area. A woman of faith and service, she was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Swanton, where she served in ...

Aaron Michael Whitaker, a.k.a. Uncle Aaron, a.k.a. 8 Ball, a.k.a. Uncle 8 Ball, a.k.a. Uncle Meatball, age 47, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 17, 2026. He was born on August 23, 1978 to Gene and Christine (Love) Whitaker. They preceded him in death. Aaron was a collector of all things Skulls and laughs. He was always joking like, “Dream on broomstick cowgirl”, “Your sock is untied”, "What would you be doing if I hadn’t called you ...

Darin Gill, age 60, of Clyde, OH, passed away on April 14, 2026, at his residence. Darin was born on June 19, 1965, the son of the late Larry Gill and Connie (Mathias) Snyder. Darin proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, carrying with him a deep sense of loyalty and dedication throughout his life. Growing up, he developed a lifelong passion for racing, especially NASCAR and sprint cars, and rarely missed an opportunity to follow the action. He was also a devoted fan ...

Dorothy A. Filsinger, age 93 of Clyde, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. She was born in rural Clyde and raised on a farm where she developed a lifelong love for the outdoors. In 1952, she and her family moved into the city limits where she has resided in the same home for over 70 years. This created a lifetime of memories with family and friends. She graduated from Clyde High School in 1950, and began working at GE in Bellevue. In 1977, she began working at Whirlpool where she worked ...

Jennifer A. Strecker, 69, of Clyde passed away Monday, April 13, 2026 at Spring Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Green Springs.  She was born June 21, 1957 in Bellevue the daughter of Dale and Dorothy “Sally” (Garman) Strecker. She enjoyed spending her time working on cross-stitch projects and completing word searches, activities that brought her a sense of calm and accomplishment. Jennifer also loved going on day trips with her group home staff and peers, ...

Patsy J. Aldrich, age 93 of Clyde, OH, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026, at her home. Patsy was born March 17, 1933, in Clyde, the daughter of the late Hubert Thomas and Hazel Phoebe (Klinger) Jennings. Patsy was a woman who never slowed down, living life with a constant sense of purpose and energy. She loved baking for those around her and found simple joy in taking walks, always keeping herself active and on the move. Growing up and working on the farm shaped her strong work ethic and ...

Robert L Wing, Thomas Township Formerly of Grand Rapids Loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend passed away Saturday April 4, 2026, at the age of 85 years. Bob was born on June 18, 1940, in Bellevue, Ohio, the son of the late Frank L. Wing and Vera V. (Jones) Wing. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and was a plank owner of the USS Enterprise aircraft carrier. He later went on to a career as a chemical engineer in Grand Rapids, MI at Leon Plastics and Vi-Chem. ...

Jerry Guthrie, 72, of Bellevue, Ohio and formerly Marblehead, Ohio, passed away on March 30, 2026 at Bellevue Care Center in Bellevue, Ohio. Jerry was born on January 14, 1954 in Kenvir, Kentucky to the late Lewis Guthrie and Lorine Gambrel Guthrie.  Jerry retired from King Coach House Estates and worked for John Kosa Excavating as a heavy equipment operator. In addition to his parents, Jerry is preceded in death by two brothers and their wives, Ray and Bessie Guthrie, Glenn and Polly ...

Nancy Woodard, 78, of Norwalk passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026 at the Firelands Regional Medical Center.  She was born May 28, 1947 in Parkersburg, West Virginia the daughter of Paul and Mary (Hamrick) Williams.   Nancy worked as an accountant for most of her life.  She was a devoted mother and grandmother, and enjoyed spending her downtime by the pool. She is survived by her two sons, Kevin (Donna) Sears of Fountain Inn, South Carolina and Tory (Jackie) Woodard of ...

Cora D. Smith, age 95, of Clyde, OH, passed away on March 28, 2026, at The Willows of Tiffin. Cora was born on June 3, 1930 in Wytheville, VA, the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Felty) Hackler.  Cora lived a life centered around care, creativity, and devotion to those she loved. A graduate of Bethel High School, she began her working years at Bristol Hospital in Bristol, TN, and later at the American Thread Company, where her passion for sewing truly took root. That passion ...

Mark J. McConnell, age 60 of Attica, OH, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at his home. Mark was born January 13, 1966, in Bellevue, OH, the son of Gus E. and Catherine A. (Miller) McConnell.  Mark was a man who found his greatest peace in the outdoors, where nature truly was his happy place. A proud veteran of the United States Army’s 82nd Airborne, he carried that same sense of dedication and discipline into every part of his life. He was an avid hunter, pursuing coon, ...

Steven E. Martin, age 66 of Fremont, OH, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at his home. Steve was born June 11, 1959, in Sandusky, OH, the son of Beatrice Ann (Gibbs) Martin and the late Lester Edward Martin. Steve will be remembered for his kind and helpful nature. He truly loved helping people and was always willing to lend a hand whenever someone needed it. His caring heart made a lasting impression on those who knew him. He also enjoyed riding his bike and spending time outdoors. ...

“Coach” Robert A. Waskielis - Bellevue, Ohio January 3, 1946 - March 22, 2026  Age 80 Beloved husband of Charlotte (Bacci) for 57 years. Son of Albert & Marie Waskielis (deceased.) Survived by siblings: Carol Billy, Peggy Kocisko (John), Patrick (Cheryl) & Michelle Cleveland (Jeff). Preceded in death by brother, Thomas, (Laverne) Waskielis. Father of Robert Louis Waskielis (Tracy)  & Stacey Marie Waskielis Petti. Cherished “Papa” to Jacob, ...

Jamie Edward Didion, 62, of Tiffin passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Mercy Hospital of Tiffin.  He was born November 11, 1963 in Bellevue the son of Thomas E. and Sandra Jean (Drouillard) Didion. Jamie lived in Bellevue and attended its schools through the seventh grade before his family moved to North Richland Hills, Texas, where he graduated from Richland High School in 1981. A loving son, brother, and uncle, he cherished time spent with family and friends. As a youth, he was a ...

David “Butch” Schmitz, age 86 of Clyde, OH, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at the Fireland Regional Health Center in Sandusky, OH. David was born on October 2, 1939 in Fremont, OH, the son of the late Gerald and Helen (Sutter) Schmitz.  David was a man who found joy in the simple and fun moments of life. He loved building and collecting model cars and was an avid fan of NASCAR races. Some of his favorite times were spent sitting on the porch, relaxing and enjoying ...

Shelley Lynn Mosley, age 61, of Bellevue, OH passed away on March 20, 2026 at the Fairview Hospital, Cleveland. Shelley was born on April 17, 1964, in Norwalk, OH, daughter of the late Harold and Dorothy (Ross) Goodsite.  Shelley was the heart of her family, a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, and cherished great-grandmother. She found her greatest joy in the time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandson, treasuring every moment and creating memories. Shelley had ...

David A. Didion, 78, of Bellevue passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026 at The Bellevue Hospital.  He was born April 20, 1947 in Bellevue the son of Sylvester and Estelle (Missler) Didion. David graduated from Bellevue High School and served in the United States Army. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to Bellevue and worked at the former Armstrong Air until its closure in 2006. He was a loving father and grandfather, with spending time with his family being his greatest joy. ...

Michael “Ty” Shober, 47, of Bellevue passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026 at The Bellevue Hospital.  He was born February 26, 1979 in Louisville, Kentucky the son of Joanne (Buday) Shober. Ty was first and foremost a devoted family man, a loving husband, and a wonderful father. He treasured every moment spent with his loved ones, and his presence brought immeasurable joy and warmth to his home. He will forever be remembered for his infectious, big smile that could light up ...

Richard Charles Bores was born Sept. 17, 1945 to Richard E. Bores and Alice M (Roeder) Bores.  He completed his journey in life at The Willows at Bellevue on March 16, 2026.  Richard was the oldest of five boys.  He attended grade school at Bismark Grade School.  He graduated from Monroeville High School in 1963. Rich went to work for two years at a fertilizer plant before starting work at B&O railroad.  He was in the Army Reserve for six years and was active ...

Thomas E. Kochendoerfer, 58, of Leesburg, VA and formerly of Clyde passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026 at the Lansdowne Heights Memory Care Center in Leesburg.  He was born June 8, 1967 in Ohio the son of Patricia Ann Kochendoerfer and raised by his loving grandmother Katherine Kochendoerfer and his aunt Kathryn Spence. Lieutenant Colonel Tom retired honorably from the United States Air Force in 2018 after twenty-seven years of service, during which he served as an instructor and ...

Linda McCarthy, a beloved member of the Bellevue community, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the age of 76. She was born on February 20, 1950, in Sandusky, Ohio, to the late Fred and Aline (Brogneaux) Scott. After graduating from Sandusky High School, Linda devoted 28 years of her professional life at Ford Motor Co. in Sandusky. However, her true passion lay in the arts, particularly crafting. Known for her creativity and meticulous attention to detail, Linda ...

Emily J. Toy, age 28 of Clyde, OH, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026, at her home. Emily was born January 29, 1998, in Fremont, OH, the daughter of Keith and Julie (Bentrim) Toy.  Emily will be remembered for her bright spirit and the simple joys that brought her happiness each day. She loved playing tennis, always enjoying the energy and fun the game brought into her life. Emily also had a deep love for animals, especially her beloved cats and kittens, who were constant companions ...

Thomas E. Ruffing, age 74, of Portsmouth, VA, passed away on February 27, 2026 at Autumn Care Skilled Nursing, VA. Thomas was born on January 17, 1952, in Bellevue, OH, son of the late Sylvester and Dolores (Koch) Ruffing. Growing up, Thomas attended Margaretta Schools. Following his graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army. Thomas is survived by his sons, Thomas Ruffing and Jeremy Ruffing; siblings, Michael (Annette) Ruffing, Marjorie (Mike) Tonelli, Marcia (Eugene) Beamer, and ...

Patrick James McKenzie, 58, of Vermilion passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at his home.  He was born October 3, 1967 in Bellevue the son of Rev. James P. and Mary (Drown) McKenzie.  Pat graduated from Bellevue High School in 1986, where he played the sousaphone in the band and was a member of FFA. Pat initially worked at Mid-Ohio Chemical, but his most cherished work was helping his Grandpa Drown on the family farm. He then continued his education at Marietta College, graduating ...

Manuel Valero, Sr., age 76 of Clyde, OH, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his home. Manuel was born June 23, 1949, in Holden, WV, the son of the late Antonio and Antonia (Aleman) Valero.  Manuel was a proud graduate of Logan High School in West Virginia, class of 1967. At the age of 21, he answered the call to serve his country by joining the United States Army. He served with honor during the Vietnam War, earning a Purple Heart, the Vietnam Service Medal with three Bronze ...

Barbara J. Thomas, age 78 of Clyde, OH, passed away Monday, March 9, 2026, at her home. Barbara was born March 11, 1947, in Amherst, OH, the daughter of the late Willie and Lula (Childers) Davis.  Barbara found great joy in the simple blessings of life. She had a deep love for her pet dogs and cared for many loyal companions throughout the years, each holding a special place in her heart. She enjoyed spending time tending to her garden, finding peace and satisfaction in watching things ...

Edith “Shortie” Milkie, 88, of Avon and formerly of Bellevue passed away Sunday, March 8 at the Ganzhorn Suites in Avon.  She was born September 1, 1937 in Bellevue the daughter of Ralph and Marjorie (Simmons) Foos. She married Duane “Butch” Milkie on September 14, 1957; He preceded her in death in 2004. Edith was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Bellevue.  She enjoyed gardening, cooking, friends, and family. She is survived by her children: ...

Keith Emery Cleveland was telling jokes, listening to 70’s music, giving hugs, and making memories right to the very end, when he passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Born on St. Patrick’s Day 1952, to Henry (Hank) and Mary Cleveland, he wore his last name with pride.  Keith was a life-long fan of The Cleveland Cavaliers, The Cleveland Browns, The Cleveland “Indians” and OSU Football. On July 14, 1973 Keith married Christine Leber, daughter of Marilyn Leber ...

Philip Allen Cloud, 72, of Bellevue, Ohio, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on March 5, 2026. Born March 6, 1953, in Bellevue, Phil lived a life defined by faith, humor, and a deep connection to the community he called home. He was a proud husband and father who took great joy in his family and the life he built with them.  A 1971 graduate of Bellevue High School, Phil was the first captain of the school’s cross-country team and excelled at track and field, both of ...