Marcia A. Diltz, 65, of Van Wert, passed away at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Ohio State University Wexner. She was born March 24, 1956 in Van Wert, OH to John and Mary Lou (Bigham) Shellabarger. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage on April 16, 1975 to Justin Diltz. He survives in Van Wert. Marcia is survived by her sons, Jon (Maria) Diltz of Delphos, Chad Diltz of Van Wert; her daughters, Kristina and April Diltz both of Van Wert; grandchildren, Ryan...

Charlene S. Teman, 75, of Delphos passed away on July 27, 2021, at Sarah Jane Living Center.  She was born on August 23, 1945, to Walter E. and Ruth (Berryhill) Swartz.  On July 13, 1963, she was united in marriage to Gerald “Butch” Teman.  He preceded her in death on April 13, 2009. Charlene is survived by one daughter, Tammy (Joe) Recker of Lima; two sons, Todd (Diane) Teman and Tony (Tammy) Teman, all of Delphos; a sister, Sheryl (Rev. James) Menke of Lima;...

Joyce A. Hilvers, 70, of Delphos passed away on July 27, 2021, at Vancrest Healthcare Center. She was born on October 23, 1950,  in Delphos, Ohio, the oldest daughter of Robert and Luella (Sawmiller) Grothouse.  Her father preceded her in death; her mother survives in Delphos. Joyce is also survived by two daughters, Missy (Jeff Fleck) Poling of Spencerville, and Tina (Troy) Schmersal of Delphos; three sons, Jack (Chuck) Hilvers-Honigford of Delphos, Ian Hilvers of Lima, and Seth...

Terrison “Terry” Martin, 65, of Delphos, passed away at 11:41 a.m. on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. Terry was born June 29, 1956 to Emitt “Bud” and Annabelle “Annie” (Myers) Martin. They both precede him in death.  He was united in marriage to Kathy (Lozzio) Martin on March 8, 1982. She survives in Delphos. He is survived by his six children: Brandon (Brandy) Martin of Delphos, Justin Martin of Delphos, Amber (Matt Moeller) Martin of New Haven IN,...

JoAnn K. Pitsenbarger, 80, of Delphos, passed away at 9:05 a.m., on Saturday, July 3, 2021, at Wayne Hospital. She was born December 11, 1940, in Delphos, to Lelan and Cora (Myrl) Pitsenbarger; they both preceded her in death. She is survived by her son, Lee (Michelle) Fiedler of Ohio City; two daughters, Jenny (Daniel) Frey of Wilshire and Jackie Moorhouse of Convoy; two sisters, Diane (Dick) McClure of NC and Janine Herr of VA; six grandchildren, Sharley Blake, Sam Frey, Josh Fiedler,...

James Vernon Marihugh, 90, of Delphos, passed away on June 22, 2021, at The Meadows of Delphos. He was born November 9, 1930, the 2nd of five children to Vernon Roosevelt and Mildred (Greiner) Marihugh.   He was united in marriage to Grace Violet in 1956. He is also survived by four children, Julie (Paul) DeLange of Dayton, Christal (Richard) Nuess of Dayton, Patricia (Greg) Norden of Findlay, John (Kirsten) Marihugh of Columbus; two brothers, David of New Hampshire and Peter of...

Helen Ann Luebrecht, 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep the morning of Sunday, June 20, 2021, at Vancrest of Delphos Assisted Living. She was born at home in Delphos to Clement and Armella Grone on March 25, 1940. They both preceded her in death. Helen is survived by her sons, Matthew Luebrecht and Michael (Amy) Luebrecht, both of Fort Jennings; three grandsons, Austin, Lucas and Seth Luebrecht; two sisters, Valeta Beining of Ottawa and Norma Goedde of Delphos. She was preceded in...

Lois Jane Jones Gudakunst Rase was born July 21, 1927, in Allen County to Russell and Edrie (Botkin) Jones.  She married Kenneth Reed Gudakunst on November 9, 1947, and he died January 28, 1970.  She married Ronald Rase on November 4, 1978, and he passed on May 9, 1988. Her life was lived near the Lincoln Highway in Allen and Van Wert counties in Ohio.  She attended five years of school at Hunsaker One Room School, and graduated from Delphos Jefferson High School in 1945. She...

Mary Jane Conrad, 102, died at 8:49 a.m. on June 16, 2021 at Atrium Health in Loncolnton, North Carolina.  She was a former resident of the Rimer, Ohio area. She was born south of Spencerville in Auglaize County on December 12, 1918, the ninth of 13 children to Grover and Viola (McMillen) Bowersock, who both preceded her in death. On September 11, 1941, she married Howard Lawrence Conrad; he preceded her in death on October 13, 1999. Mary was a farmer’s wife. She was a member of...

Robbin Jean Barnhart was a caring wife, sister, aunt and friend. She left this world suddenly on June 11, 2021 at age 62.   She was born in Jersey City, N.J.  to Lou and Jean Dyer (both preceded her in death) on June 7, 1959. After graduating from Elida High School in 1977, Robbin married Edward Barnhart. She kept the marriage flame lit for almost 44 years.   Robbin is survived by her Husband, her sister Wendy (Jeff) Donley, her nephew Zachary Donley, her niece Jessica...

Sharon M. Miller, 74, of Delphos, passed away 11:40 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. She was born May 12, 1947, in Van Wert, OH, to Richard Sr. and Ruth (Granger) Stump. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Merle Miller on October 30, 1965. He preceded her in death on May 14, 1997. Sharon had a very special friend, Barry Warnecke, for many years after her husband died. He also preceded her in death on February 2, 2010. Sharon is...

  Don C. Rupert, 73, of Delphos, passed away June 5, 2021, at Sarah Jane Living Facility. He was born in Lima to Clarence and Flora (Statham) Rupert on August 6, 1947.  Both preceded him in death. He is survived by a brother, Roy Rupert, of Delphos; and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Monty Rupert. Don was a member of the Delphos VFW post #3035 and the Eagles Aerie #471.  He was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the United...

Jim L. Norris Jr. “J”, 51, of Ottoville, formerly of Delphos, passed away June 3, 2021, at his residence. He was born in Allen County, to James Norris and Lynn (Kurtz) Woten on February 5, 1970. His father preceded him in death; his mother survives in Delphos. Jim is also survived by his two sisters, Amy (Todd) Schulte and Lori (Bob) White both of Delphos; his nieces and nephews, Kody (Lyndsay), Madilynn, Colin, Josie, Braysen, and Carson; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and his...

Vickie Sue Lause, 62, of Delphos, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021, at St Rita’s Mercy Health. She was born on June 10, 1958, to Franklin and Lula (Mullen) Rigdon.  Her mother preceded her in death; her father survives in Elgin.  On June 28, 1980, she was united in marriage to Steve Lause.  He survives in Delphos.  Vickie is also survived by a son, Derek (Mariah) Lause of San Angelo, TX; two grandchildren, Oliver and Evelynn; a sister, Karen (Rick) Hedrick of...

Marilyn Sue Swick, 88, of Lafayette, IN, formerly of Delphos, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at Signature Health Care in Lafayette, IN. She was born April 4, 1933, in Delphos, OH, to Harold and Helen (Ralston) Swick. They both preceded her in death. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at Walnut Grove Cemetery. Services were entrusted to Harter & Schier Funeral Home, Delphos, OH.

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Rita May (Coakley) Barnhart, my loving and devoted mother and friend to all whose lives she touched, on May 24TH 4:35 p.m. due to congestive heart failure. She left us while sleeping peacefully at Vancrest in Delphos, OH. Mom was on her 3RD day of Hospice Care after 6 days at Mercy Health (St. Rita’s Hospital) and 5 days rehab at Vancrest.  She was in her 91st year. Born in Nahant, Massachusetts, to Bernard and Eleanor (Dussault)...

Cheryl A. Wessel, 60, of Delphos, passed away at 11:11 p.m. on Saturday, May 22, 2021, at her residence. She was born January 9, 1961, to Mallard and Flora (Skidgel) Ireland, in Presque Isle, Maine. They preceded her in death. On October 4, 2001, she was united in marriage to Bruce Wessel. He preceded her in death on May 11, 2020. Cheryl is survived by her daughter, Brianna Hafford of Cincinnati; one step-son, Billy Wessel of Delphos; one step-daughter, Nikki (Phillip Slygh) Wessel of...

Elizabeth “Betty” Luckett, 85, of Louisville, KY, passed away at 4:45 a.m. on Monday, May 17, 2021 in Clermont, FL. She was born July 6, 1935, in Ft. Jennings, OH, at home, to Edward and Elizabeth (Menke) Siebeneck. They preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Peter Zuppardo. He passed in 1998. She was then united in marriage to Bob Luckett on January 1, 2000. He survives in Louisville, KY. Betty is survived by her uncles, Robert Menke and Edward “Herk”...

Charles F. Wauben, 83, of Delphos, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at the Meadows of Delphos.  He was born on May 26, 1937, in Lima to William and Lucy (Konst) Wauben.  On January 7, 1956, he was united in marriage to Mary Buettner.  She survives in Delphos.  He is also survived by four daughters, Jane (Vern) Ritter of Atlanta, GA, Katherine (Michael) Trunk of Lebanon, OH, Peggy (Paul) Moodispaw of Wooster, OH, and Beth (Drew) Gerow of Delphos; one brother, James...

Elizabeth Brown, 92, of Delphos, passed away at 2:55 p.m. on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at The Meadows of Delphos. She was born in Lima, OH, on October 31, 1928, to Ben and Rose (Schmitz) Allen. They both preceded her in death. In 1946, she was united in marriage to Harold “Brownie” Brown. He preceded her in death on September 10, 2011. Elizabeth is survived by her children, Lawrence (Beth) Brown of Delphos and Sondra (Henry) Carter of Ft. Wayne; siblings, Dale (Donna) Allen of GA,...

Dr. Duane R. VanDemark, 85, of Nicholasville, Kentucky, died peacefully at his home on Monday, May 3, 2021.  He was the son of John and Anna (Lloyd) VanDemark and was born on February 26th, 1936, at the family farm on Piquad Road in Elida, Ohio.   He is survived by his two sons, Derek John (Heather) VanDemark of Lexington, Kentucky, and Rhys (Dr. Kathleen McGookey) VanDemark of Middleville, Michigan; his grandchildren Derek, Reeve, Charlie and Lucy Anna VanDemark; his sister...

Larry J. Basinger, 78, of Delphos, passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at Van Wert County Hospital. He was born to Harold and Rosabel (Miller) Basinger on May 11, 1942 in Delphos.  He was united in marriage to Susan Smith on December 22, 1978, who survives in Delphos. He is also survived by four children, Josie (Aaron) Reeves of Shade, OH, Joel (Jodi) Basinger of Sevierville, TN,  Jessica Basinger of Delphos, and Jordan (Christy) Basinger of Spencerville; six grandchildren,...

Marilyn (Evans) Gengler, 84, of Fort Jennings, formerly of Landeck, passed away on Monday, April 26, 2021, at her residence. She was born to Michael & Mellonna (Wahmhoff) Evans on January 5, 1937, in Lima, OH. She was united in marriage to Richard “Dick” Gengler on November 18, 1961. They had three children, Mark (Deb) Gengler of Grabill, IN, Melanie (Mike) Metzger of Ft. Jennings, OH, and Scott Gengler of Landeck, OH. She is survived by her grandchildren, Logan (Jill)...

Judith S. Best, 79, of Delphos, OH, passed away at 6:50 a.m., on Monday, April 19, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. She was born June 28, 1941, in Lima, OH, to Carl and Susan (Gallaspie) Miller. They preceded her in death. Judith is survived by her daughters, Cindy (Sam) Metheney of Rockbridge and Becky Best of Lima; her grandchildren, Timothy (Nikki) Maxwell, Heather (Kirk) Douglass, Janea Best, Tori (Lerinzo) Ruiz, BryAnn Murphy (John Campbell), Madelynn Menchhofer, and Thomas...

Donald F. Markward, 91, of Delphos, OH, passed away at 3:55 p.m., on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at Vancrest of Delphos. He was born February 17, 1930, in Putnam County, OH, to Fred C. and Christine (Wiechart) Markward. They both preceded him in death. Donald was united in marriage to Isabelle Rellinger on November 13, 1954. She preceded him in death on May 11, 2016. Don is survived by his son, Philip (Mary) Markward, of The Villages, FL; a brother, Elmer (Rosemary) Markward; and a sister,...

Isabella L. Watkins, 91, of Elida, formerly of Rushmore, OH, passed away at 11:45 a.m., on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Lima Memorial Health Systems. She was born on July 19, 1929, in Delphos, OH, to Charles and Mary Athalene (Ashby) Wells. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Edwin E. Watkins. He preceded her in death on September 25, 2011. Isabella is survived by her sons, Michael (Barb) Watkins, of Elida, OH, and Patrick A. (Donna) Watkins, of Nashville, TN; three...

Jeffrey R. Brown, 44, of Delphos, passed away on the evening of Sunday, April 4, 2021. He was born September 14, 1976, in Lima, OH, to Jeffery Brown and Darlene Sterling. His father survives in Vero Beach, FL and his mother survives in Delphos, OH. Jeff is also survived by his daughter Hope (Aaron Young) Brown of Heflin, AL; two grandchildren, Cannon Price and Amia Young; his siblings, Paul (Laurie) Lindeman, of Ft. Jennings, Kevin (Kelly) Lindeman, Jodi Weathers, both of Delphos, Daniel...

Sharon L. Coil, 76, of Van Wert, passed away at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 4, 2021, at The Meadows of Delphos. She was born August 1, 1944, in Wapakoneta, OH, to Theodore and Helena (Rickert) Erb. They preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Marvin Coil on May 9, 1964. He survives in Van Wert. Sharon is survived by her sons, Greg (Cindy) Coil, of Woodbine, MD, and Trent (Carrie) Coil, of Decatur, IN; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchildren; her brothers, Dave, Mike and...

Michael “Mike” Scott Shobe, 50, of Delphos, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family.  Mike was born in Lima, OH, on October 20, 1970, to Maynard and Carol (Buzzard) Shobe.  Maynard preceded him in death, and Carol survives in Delphos.  On October 12, 1991, he was united in marriage to Jill Reindel.  She survives in Delphos. Mike is also survived by a son, Gavin (Maddie Nigh) Shobe of Delphos; two daughters, Lauren...

Betty Beech-Vasquez, 93, of Delphos, passed away at 1:15 a.m. on Saturday, March 13, 2021, at The Meadows of Delphos. She was born December 30, 1927, at home in Scott’s Crossing, OH, to Homer and Helen V. (Buettner) Paul. They preceded her in death. On February 4, 1946, she was united in marriage to Alton Blythe, Jr. He preceded her in death in July 1947. Betty was then united in marriage to Paul “Ike” L. Beech on October 16, 1954. He passed away on August 27, 1984. On November 28,...

Evelyn L. “Lynne” Berryman, 76, of Delphos, passed away at 4:54 p.m. on Sunday, March 7, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s.  She was born November 13, 1944, at home, in Spencerville to David O. and Doris Ann Leona (Keysor) Fisher. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to James Berryman who preceded her in death in 1996. Lynne is survived by her children, Larry (Christine) Boop of Delphos, Melinda “Mindy” (Terry) Vanhoose of McGuffey,...

Ida Jeanine “Jeanie” Ulrich, 84, of Delphos, passed away Friday, March 5, 2021, at Vancrest of Delphos. She was born December 24, 1936 to Matthew and Valeria (Thines) Altman. They preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Roland Ulrich in 1956. She was preceded in death by her husband, both parents, sister, Barbara (Chuck) Link; brothers, Joe and David Altman; and sister-in-law LuAnn Altman and Tracy (Butch) Ulrich. Jeanie is survived by two sons, John and Bob Ulrich;...

Miriam E. Heatwole, 93, went to be with Jesus on March 5, 2021. She passed away peacefully in Lima at The Greens at Lima Convalescent Home. Miriam was born November 22, 1927, in Lima, Ohio, to Reuben and Leah Brunk. On August 5, 1948, she married Vernon W. Heatwole, who preceded her in death. Miriam was a wonderful wife and mother, who loved her flower gardening, crossword puzzles, and reading the Bible. She attended Lima Community Church.  She was a prayer warrior for her children...

Rebecca “Becky” J. Wulfhorst, 67, of Delphos, passed away from complications of Covid at 4:43 a.m. on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. She was born April 21, 1953, in Lima, OH, to Harvey and LaDonna (Allen) Barnes. They preceded her in death. On September 24, 1971, she was united in marriage to Thomas Wulfhorst. He survives in Delphos, OH. Rebecca is survived by her children, Michael Wulfhorst of Delphos and Angie (Jamie) Leeseberg of Gahanna, OH; two...

Kevin Sendelbach, 62, of Delphos, passed away at 3:15 p.m. on Friday, February 19, 2021, at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. He was born in Lima, OH, on August 27, 1958 to Leroy and Marilyn (Brannon) Sendelbach. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage on December 3, 1994, to Karen Young. They were able to share 41 years total together before his passing. She survives in Delphos. Kevin is survived by one brother, Michael (Penny) Bays of Bryan, OH and many...

Francis C. Sterling, I, 77, of Ashley, IN, formerly of Delphos, OH, passed away at 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at Laurels of DeKalb in Butler, IN. Francis was born January 9, 1944 in Delphos, OH to Homer and Nellie (Cotterman) Sterling. They both preceded him death. He is survived by his three children, Christina (Billy) Gann of Ashley, IN, Valarie (Alan) Campbell of Van Wert, OH, and Gregory (Miranda) Sterling of Lima, OH; one brother, Ray (Florence) Sterling of TN; 12...

Anthony “Tony” V. Martin, 70, of Delphos, passed away at 8:53 p.m. on Sunday, February 14, 2021, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born March 15, 1950, in Lima, OH, to Howard and Helen (Coon) Martin. They preceded him in death. On June 22, 1968, he was united in marriage to Virginia “Ginger” Sheeter. She survives in Delphos. Anthony is survived by his daughters, Julie Martin and Lisa Cross both of Delphos, OH; two grandsons, Ryan Sevitz, and Kaden Cross; and...

***Funeral Mass rescheduled for Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ft. Jennings, OH. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. prior to Funeral Mass.***   Irma Ricker, 99, of Ft. Jennings, passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2021, at The Meadows of Kalida.  She was born on November 26, 1921, to Robert and Elizabeth (Sendelbach) Will. They preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Vincent Schuerman who died in...

Kenneth F. “Heiny” Korte, 65, passed away on Tuesday, February 09, 2021, at St. Rita’s Medical Center.  He was born to Richard A. and Mary Ann “Boots” (Knippen) Korte on April 20, 1955.  They preceded him in death.  On July 23, 2011, he was united in marriage to Linda Dickens on the racetrack in Norwalk.  She survives in Delphos. Kenny is also survived by brothers and sisters, Judy (Ray) Cross, Mike “Fred” (Kim) Korte, Tony...

Dennis Metzner, 74, of Delphos, passed away at 8:22 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born on July 23, 1946, to Paul “Vince” and Helen (Van Wald) Metzner who both preceded him in death.  He is survived by his life-long companion, Diane Trentman of Delphos; brother, Richard (Denise) Metzner of Lake Worth, Fl; sisters, Barbara Metzner of Dayton, Marty (Mike) Clark of Delphos, and Mary Lou (Tim) Gasser of Sylvania. Dennis was a...

William “Willie” Kassaw, 76, of Van Wert, passed away on Sunday, January 31, at Van Wert Hospital.  He was born in Lake Charles, LA, on February 12, 1944, to Velmer J. and Mary Lois (Berry) Kassaw.  They preceded him in death.  On May 8, 1971, he was united in marriage to Jane L. Strayer.  She survives in Van Wert.  He is also survived by daughters, Melissa S. (Marc) Augsburger and Karen F. (Robert) Garver; a son-in-law, Alan R. Wilson; sister, Betty...

Arthur “Art” L. Swartz, 86, of Elida, passed away at 4:52 p.m. on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Vancrest of Delphos. He was born in Turner, MI, on January 4, 1935 to Henry and Anna (Good) Swartz. They preceded him in death. On November 14, 1959, he was united in marriage to Janet Good. She survives in Elida. Arthur is survived by his children, Paul (Carol) Swartz of Botkins, Nathan (Mary Ann) Swartz of Smyrna, TN, Donita (Stan) Brenneman of Elida, Rachel Swartz of Delphos,...

Harold “Rodger” Wreede, 80, of Delphos, passed away on Friday, January 15, 2021, at Vancrest Healthcare Center. He was born in Delphos on September 15, 1940, to Harold and Mary Ellen (Rupert) Wreede.  They preceded him in death.  On September 1, 1962, he was united in marriage to Nancy Harpster.  He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and his son, Brent Wreede. Rodger is also survived by a daughter, Rhonda (Carl) Grothaus of Findlay; a daughter-in-law,...

  Andrew J. Ulrich, 38, of Lima, formerly of Delphos, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born on November 10, 1982, to Ed and Kathy Ulrich.  Ed passed away December 14, 2020; Kathy survives in Delphos.  Andrew is also survived by a brother, Scott (Diana) Ulrich of Columbus; a nephew, Griffin Ulrich of Columbus; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his father; a brother, Matthew Ulrich; his...

Judy E. Wilson, 79, of Delphos, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Delphos, OH on July 9, 1941, to Francis and Madonna (Weber) Reinemeyer. They both preceded her in death. She is survived by her children, James (Janet) Wilson of Toledo, OH, John (Keri) Wilson of Hartville, OH, Charles (Diane) Wilson of Delphos, OH, and Daniel (Jessica) Wilson of Waynesfield, OH; her brothers, William (Claudia) Reinemeyer of Bowling Green, Joseph (Jenny) Reinemeyer of...

Eric P. Lambert, 61, of Delphos, passed away at 2:33 a.m. on Thursday January 7, 2021, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s. He was born in Lima, OH on May 10, 1959, to Paul and Margaret (DeVilbiss) Lambert. They both preceded him in death. On March 11, 1994, he was united in marriage to Julie Grogg, who survives. Eric is survived by his son, Johnathon (Amie) Lambert of Columbus; three daughters Jenna Lambert of Delphos, Emily Lambert (Matt Bailey) of Ft. Wayne, IN, Jamie (Matt) Day of Ada; two...

Ruth Emma Betts, 88, of Delphos, passed away at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. She was born December 17, 1932, in Fort Jennings, OH, to Joseph and Marie (Hoersten) Ellerbrock. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Carl Betts, Jr. He preceded her in death on September 6, 1994. Ruth is survived by her children, Darlene Betts, Dan Betts both of Delphos and Karen Bonifas of St. Mary’s; her sister, Jeanie Leis of...

Avonelle Ann Burgei, 88, of Delphos, passed away at 6:25 p.m. on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at Vancrest of Delphos. She was born January 9, 1932, in Delphos, to Homer and Helen V. (Buettner) Paul. They preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to John Joseph Burgei on May 16, 1953; he preceded her in death on February 13, 1990. She is survived by her children, Richard (Joyce) Burgei of Indianapolis, IN, Joseph (Tami Augsburger) Burgei of Delphos, Barbara (Tom) Markward of Ottoville,...

Richard W. “Dick” Buettner, 83, of Delphos, passed away at 3:50 a.m. on Sunday, January 3, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. He was born at home on the farm in Allen County on October 16, 1937 to Donald C and Lorene H. (Stirn) Buettner. They both preceded him in death. On June 21, 1958, he was united in marriage to Carol M. Wells. She survives in Delphos. Dick is survived by his children, Lance (Carol A.) Buettner of Lima and Jan (Bill) Wiechart of Delphos; brothers, Thomas (Irma)...

Virgil “Teddy Bear” W. Dickman, 88, of Middle Point, passed away at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. He was born January 20, 1932, in Ottoville, OH, to Anthony and Magdelina (Miller) Dickman. They both preceded him in death. On June 25, 1955, he was united in marriage to Helen “Susie” Rahrig. She preceded him in death on January 21, 2006. Virgil is survived by his children: Kelly (John) Rist, Mark (Vernice) Dickman both of...