Duane E. Wolford, 85, of Van Wert, passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at his residence. He was born November 5, 1933, in Michigan to Rosco D. and Elva A. (Taylor) Wolford. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Betty Carder on February 14, 1953, she survives in Van Wert. He is survived by a son, Steven Wolford of Colon, MI; three brothers. Phillip (Mary) Wolford of CO, Fredrick (Pat) Wolford of Lima, and Richard Wolford of Van Wert; four grandchildren,...

William H. “Bill” Clinger, 67, of Findlay, formerly of Delphos, passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2018, in the comfort of his home surrounded by loved ones. Bill was born July 7, 1951, in Lima to John Henry “Hiney” and Helen (Ford) Clinger. They both preceded him in death. He is survived by two daughters, Nicole (Levi) Loft of St. John’s, FL and Kelly Clinger (Zachary Box) of Naples, FL; and two grandchildren, Anderson and Evan Loft who were his pride and...

Della Rae Rekart, 90, of Delphos, passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2018, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born May 25, 1928, in Van Wert to Doris and Freda (Wollett) Gallaway. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Roger J. Rekart on August 22, 1953; he preceded her in death on October 7, 2004. She is survived by a nephew, David (Becky) Taylor of Lima and a niece, Jeanne (Terry) Sawmiller of Wapakoneta. She was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church,...

Rita Jeanette Theobald, 85, of Spencerville, passed away on Friday, November 2, 2018, at her residence. She was born July 16, 1933, to Harvey Friend and Florence (Martin) Friend-Matchett, both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to John L. Theobald on July 19, 1953, he survives in Spencerville. She is survived by three children, Karen S. Robinson of Delphos, John W. Theobald of Lakeview, and Daniel “Joe” (Cheryl) Theobald of Delphos; two granddaughters, five...

Mable I. Armentrout, 94, of Delphos, passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2018, at Vancrest Healthcare Center of Delphos. She was born December 3, 1923, in Ottoville to Harry and erma (Ladd) Myers. They both preceded her in death. She is survived by four daughters, Marjorie Green of New Smyrna, FL, Marlene (Dave) Cross of Delphos, Carolyn Howard of Sidney, OH, and Marilyn (Barry) Primmer of Plymouth, OH; a son, Marvel (Kathy) Armentrout of Celina; three sisters, Martha Hartzog of Elida,...

Ethel “Betty” Bridgman, 86, of Delphos, passed away on Monday, October 22, 2018, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born November, 9, 1931, in Delphos to Frank and Ethel (Harris) Kohorst. They both preceded her in death. She is survived by a sister, Marge Kohorst of Delphos and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Sue Bridgman and brothers and sisters, Rose Carmean, Delmer Kohorst, Donald Kohorst, Violet Carmean, George Kohorst, Carl...

  Jimmy R. “Tad-Pole”  Patrick, 76, of Delphos, passed away on October 19, 2018, at his residence. He was born September 16, 1942, in Hihat, KY to Charles and Eliza (Potter) Patrick. Both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Nannie Smith in 1989; she survives in Delphos. He is survived by two sons, John (Cathy) Patrick and Robert Patrick both of Delphos; one daughter, Pam (Gary) Phipps of Waynesfield; sister, Eva Lawson of Cumberland, KY; six...

  Francis L. “Frank” Meyer, Sr., 78, of rural Spencerville, died on October 19, 2018, at his residence. He was born on December 3, 1939, in Lima to Leonard and Mary Elizabeth “Libby” (Klaus) Meyer who preceded him in death.  He married Carolyn Schwinnen on July 5, 1969 who survives in Spencerville.  He is survived by his children, Mary Margaret (Glen) Young of rural Van Wert County, Frank (Samantha) Meyer Jr., of Elida, Jennifer Poling of Elgin,...

Harold Gallmeier, 91, of Delphos, passed away on Thursday, October 11, 2018, at The Meadows of Delphos. Harold was born March 15, 1927, in Ft. Wayne, IN to Harold W. and Helen (Doyle) Gallmeier.  On November 24, 1949, he was united in marriage to Caroline Bergfeld; she preceded him in death on August 1, 2018. He is survived by one son, Joe (Tina) Gallmeier;  four daughters, Kathy (Marc) Tirey, Joyce (Ed) Long, Mary (Ron) Reese, and Kelly (Jeff) Smith; daughter in law,...

Alice M. Schmit, 100, of Findlay, formerly of Delphos, passed away on Monday, October 8, 2018, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law in Findlay under the care of Bridge Hospice.  She was born on January 8, 1918, in Delphos to Carl J. and Louise P. (Schwartzengraber) Lindeman. They both preceded her in death. On June 20, 1946, she was united in marriage to Jerome M. Schmit.  They were married 62 years.  He preceded her in death on June 4, 2008. Alice is survived by one...

Janice Sherrick, 88, of Delphos, passed away on Friday, October 5, 2018, at Willow Ridge Nursing Home in Bluffton. She was born On May 10, 1930, in Delphos to Cody Linder and Elizabeth “Betty” (Moorman) Linder-Holmes.   She was united in marriage to Robert “Bob” Sherrick.  He preceded her in death on January 14, 1992. Janice is survived by five children, John (Toots) Sherrick of Celina,  Kristi (Dave) Maxwell of Lima, Kathy (Bill) Eversole of...

Jane Kay Martin passed at the age of 79 at home. Jane was born in Elgin, Ohio on July 4, 1939, as Jane Kay Muter. Jane overflowed with love and loyalty. She was a phenomenal cook and baker. She made holidays with her family beautiful occasions that were unforgettable. Her grace and kindness were attributes she could not hide. She is loved beyond measure. Jane attended York High School and was a band majorette and always involved in many activities. She met her husband Virgil Anthony Martin...

Thomas L. Brenneman, 67 of Delphos, passed away Saturday, September 29 at the Cleveland Clinic after a brief battle with leukemia.  He was born March 4, 1951, the youngest son of Nile M. and Elizabeth J. “Betty” (Humphreys) Brenneman, who preceded him in death. On July 25, 1970 he married Vivian Kill, who died Feb. 11, 1972.  He was then married Carolyn Thorburn until the couple divorced in 1990.  On August 12, 2005, he married Bobbie (Axe) Bryan, who...

Romaine Pavel, 86, passed away on September 29, 2018, at Lima Memorial Hospital.  She was born on December 1, 1931, to Elmer and Mary (Rupert) Dray.  She was united in marriage to Leon Pavel, he preceded her in death.  She is survived by 4 daughters, Brenda (Ron) Eickholt of Oak Harbor, Ohio, Kathy (Andy) Defibaugh of Rushsylvania, Ohio, Sandy (Mark) Leedy of Lima and Dollie (Dave) Elling of Beaverdam; 2 sons, Rob Pavel of Ft. Jennings and Eric (Sherry) Pavel of Delphos; one...

Eileen B. Byrne, 92, of Delphos, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018, at Vancrest Healthcare Center of Delphos. She was born March 16, 1926, in Delphos to Lloyd R. and Mary Vera (Donovan) Butler.  She was united in marriage to Walter D. Byrne on August 14, 1945, in Ottoville; he preceded her in death on February 4, 2017. She is survived by a son, Timothy (Ann) Byrne of Delphos; a daughter, Joyce (Greg) Early of Lima; three grandchildren, Jason (Carly Neil) Early,  Alisha...

  Coletta “ Cookie” Dray, 91, of Delphos, passed away on Friday, September 21, 2018, at The Meadows of Delphos. She was born on December 31, 1926, in Landeck to Henry and Johanna (Baumgarte) Ernst.  On May 30, 1952, she was united in marriage to David Dray.  He preceded her in death in September of 2008.  Coletta is survived by one daughter, Diane (Roger) Trentman of Ft. Jennings; three sons, Gary (Sally) Dray of Delphos, Ronald Dray of Middle Point, and...

Elmer F. Dickman, 89, of Delphos, passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2018, at The Meadows of Delphos. He was born February 23, 1929, in Ottoville to Anthony and Magdalena (Miller) Dickman. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Mary B. Warnecke on January 3, 1950; she preceded him in death on March 28, 1986. He is survived a daughter, Debra A.(Hank) Quatman of Lima; by a son, David E.(Robin) Dickman of Tiffin, OH; two brothers, Virgil Dickman of Middle Point and...

Una Mae Bookman, 75, of Elida, passed away on Wednesday, September 12, 2018, at Lima Memorial Health Systems with her family by her side following an extended illness. She was born May 13, 1943, in Lima to Charles and Eileen (Hoover) Beerline. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Fred Comston in 1963; he preceded her in death in 1983. On October 11, 1990 she married James R. Bookman, he survives in Elida. She is survived by a daughter, Laurie A. Kohls of Lima; a...

Joseph N. Suever, 65, of Ottoville, passed away on Monday, September 10, 2018, at his residence. He was born April 19, 1953, in Lima to Arthur and Eileen Suever, his father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Middle Point, Ohio. He is survived by two sons, Adam Suever of Bellefontaine and Joseph Suever of Delphos; a daughter, Kim Wagner of Delphos; brother, Ron (Pamela) Suever of Elida; and two sisters, Mary Ann “Sam” Suever of Middle Point and Lori Suever of Van...

Robert J. Fischer, 80, of Delphos, passed away on Monday, September 10, 2018, at Vancrest Healthcare Center with Putnam County Hospice assisting him. He was born April 30, 1938, in Delphos to John B. and Emma (Dickrede) Fischer. He was united in marriage to Edna Mae Schumaker on August 13, 1960, she survives in Delphos. He is survived by three sons, Glen (Paula) Fischer of Fremont, IN, Tony (Kathy) Fischer of Spencerville, and Dean (Nancy) Fischer of Delphos; one daughter, Janine (Jeff)...

Nelson E. Fry, 90, of Delphos, passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2018, at Vancrest Healthcare Center of Delphos. He was born January 11, 1928, in Canton, Ohio to James and Mary A. (Snyder) Fry. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Opal N. Stahl on September 24, 1946; she preceded him in death on April 16, 2017. He is survived by two daughters, Bonnie (Don) Brandyberry of Newport News, VA and Cathy Kelly (Sybert) of Delphos; four grandchildren, Kim Adams of...

Flora M. Ireland, 78, of Delphos, passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2018, at The Meadows of Delphos. She was born August 1, 1940, to Ransford and Myrtle Skidgel. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Mallard Ireland on February 4, 1960; he preceded her in death on January 20, 2012. He is survived by two daughters, Cheryl (Bruce) Wessel of Delphos and Susan (Russell) Dyer of Westfield, Maine; four sons, Keith (Leslie) Ireland of Decatur, TN, Ernest...

Edna J. Kesler, of Delphos, passed away on Saturday, September 08, 2018, at Vancrest of Delphos.  She was born on June 29, 1933, in Delphos to Charles and Nellie (Martin) Stocklin.  On November 11, 1949, she was united in marriage Robert Kesler; he preceded her in death on December 3, 1999. Edna is survived by four daughters, Donna (Curtis) Bailey of Wapak,  Pam (Bill) Settlemire of Wapak, Sandy (Dave) Sneary of Delphos, and Robbie (Mark) Welty of Mandsfield; one son, Robert...

Marion L. Jettinghoff, 87, of Delphos, passed away on Saturday, September 08, 2018, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.   He was born to Arthur and Mildred (Strayer) Jettinghoff on March 6, 1931.  On September 1, 1951, he was united in marriage to Marguerite Burgess.  She preceded him in death on October 30, 2016. Marion is survived by two daughters, Beth (Brent) Baker of Willshire and Barbara (Tom) Wolford of Delphos; three sons, James (Melanie) Jettinghoff of...

Linda J. Petersmeyer, 73, of Delphos, passed away on Monday, September 3, 2018, at Vancrest Healthcare Center of Delphos surrounded by family and friends. She was born July 16, 1945, in Anna, IL to Raymond and Shirley (Boyd) Cates. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to John Petersmeyer on October 21, 1967; he preceded her in death on March 3, 2004. She is survived by a son, Jeff Petersmeyer of Louisville, KY; daughter, Jill (John) Radler of Delphos; sister, Melissa...

Lois C. Luersman, 75, of Landeck, passed away on Thursday, August, 30, 2018, at Vancrest Healthcare Center. She was born April 11, 1943, in Spencerville to Hilary and Martha (Gengler) Trentman. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Carl J. Luersman on October 20, 1962, he survives in Landeck. She is survived by three daughters, Kathleen (Ken) Stachowski of Springboro, Ohio, Sharon (Charles) Krietemeyer of Fort Jennings, and Ann Nagel of Delphos; son, Paul (Abbe)...

Geralyn “Geri” Hoehn Keeling-Bailey, 68, of Delphos, passed away on Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on June 12, 1950, to Marcele (Altenburger) and Rudolph “Rudy” Hoehn.  Both preceded her in death. On September 10, 2004, she was united in marriage to Edward S. Bailey.  He survives in Delphos.  On September 3, 2002, she was to marry Larry Keeling, but in God’s eyes, he was taken away from her on...

Marilyn L. (Fought)  Utrup, 81, of Delphos, passed away on Monday August 20, 2018, at her residence.  She was born April 13, 1937, in Delphos to Harlan and Nellie (Bodkin) Fought.  On August 29, 1959, she was united in marriage to Ronald Utrup. He preceded her in death on March 13, 2005.   Marilyn is survived by two daughters Rhonda (Dave) Blockberger  and Carrie (Chuck) Elwer both of Delphos, six grandchildren, David ( Kris) Blockberger , Denise (Bub) Lindeman,...

Edward J. Straley, 78 of Paulding passed away on Sunday, August 19, 2018, at Van Wert in patient Hospice Care surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 14, 1940, in Paulding, Ohio to Chester and Velma (Kaiser) Straley. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Carol Johnson on May 24, 1961. Edward is survived by his wife, Carol and son Daniel (Jill) Straley of Paulding; his daughters, Cynthia (Jim) Stiverson of Marion Ohio, and Lisa (Scott) Worden of Payne Ohio;...

  Roger LeRoy Stant, 79, of Delphos, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018, at his residence. He was born November 22, 1938, at home in Delphos to Leroy and Rita (Bendele) Stant. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Virginia Eccard on April 13, 1964; she preceded him in death on October 30, 1998. He is survived by three daughters, Michelle Dearth of Defiance, Teresa “Tess” (Jeff) Deuel, and Jamie (Rodney Aker) Lucas both of Delphos; eight...

Helen Holtzapple, 91, of Elida, passed away on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, at Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born on December 3, 1926, in Continental to William and Orah (Ladd) Myers.  On September 7, 1946, she was united in marriage to Wayne Holtzapple. He preceded her in death on November 15, 1966.   Helen is survived by two daughters, Sue (Johnnie) McFarland of Elida and Sandy (Arthur) Elsass of Lafayette; one brother, Earl Myers; one sister, Ruth Prowant; six...

Lucille Hiiesalu, 93, of Rockford, passed away on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, at Colonial Nursing Home in Rockford, OH. She was born December 11, 1924, in Rockford to Charles and Molly (Germann) Schumm.  She was united in marriage to Heldur Hiiesalu on July 6, 1952; he preceded her in death on March 29, 2007. She is survived by three nieces who were her caregivers, Jill Yoder, Susan Hull and Sheryl Harner; and many other nieces and nephews including  great, and great-great nieces...

Karen S. Nomina, 73, of Delphos, passed away on Sunday, August 12, 2018, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. She was born July 31, 1945, in Middle Point to Ernest and Clara (Cale) White. She was united in marriage on December 14, 1963, to William Nomina, he survives in Delphos. She is survived by two sons, Michael “Ryan” Nomina and Derek Nomina both of Delphos; daughter, Kelly (Brendan) Barr of Columbus; brother, Larry (Marcia) White of Delphos; sister, Shirley Ditto of...

Mary M. Neuman, 84, of Delphos, passed away at Meadows of Delphos on Sunday, August 12, 2018.    She was born on October 29, 1933 in Delphos to Harley and Nina (Hershey) Bryan; both preceded her in death.  She was united in marriage to Charles Neuman;  he preceded her in death.  She is survived by 2 grandsons; Shane and Chad Neuman of Delphos and many nieces and nephews.    She is preceded in death by her son Steven Neuman; four brothers Jim,...

William J. Endres Sr., 89, of Delphos, passed away on Saturday August 11, 2018, at his residence in Delphos.  He was born in Detroit, on October 13, 1928, to Earl and Monica (Kessler) Endres.  Both preceded him in death.  On November 18, 1950, he was united in marriage to Patricia Metcalfe; she preceded him in death on January 10, 2004. He is survived by 2 sons, David (Lavesa) Endres of Corpus Christi, TX and Bill Endres Jr., of Elida; 3 daughters, Monica (Reginald) Bardo of...

Sharon L. (Clinger) Fischbach, 78, of Ottoville, passed away on Friday August 10, 2018, at Vancrest of Delphos.  She was born on August 22, 1939 in Lima, to Albert and Mildred (Butler) Clinger; both preceded her in death. On September 16, 1961, she was united in marriage to Victor J. Fischbach; he preceded her in death on November 17, 2014.  She is survived by 2 children; Jeffrey (Michelle) Fischbach of Carey and Rebecca A. “Becky” Clay of Delphos; 4 grandchildren;...

Caroline Gallmeier, 92, of Delphos, passed away on Wednesday, August 01, 2018, at The Meadows of Delphos surrounded by her family. Caroline was born July 1, 1926, in Delphos to Claude and Carrie (O’Neil) Bergfeld.  On November 24, 1949, she was united in marriage to Harold Gallmeier; he survives in Delphos. She is survived by one son, Joe (Tina) Gallmeier;  four daughters, Kathy (Marc) Tirey, Joyce (Ed) Long, Mary (Ron) Reese, and Kelly (Jeff) Smith; daughter in law, Deb...

    Howard B. Chung, 51, of Delphos, ran into the arms of Jesus, yelling “I Am Free” on Monday, July 30, 2018 around 2:00 pm at his home surrounded by his family following a courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis.   He was born July 29, 1967, in Georgetown, Guyana to Richard and Rose (Van Genderen) Chung but spent most his life in Toronto, Canada.  He was united in marriage to Angie McKee, on September 9, 1995.  Angie survives in Delphos along...

Marilyn H. Otte peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2018, at Vancrest Healthcare Center of Delphos. She was born May 6, 1933, to Burgan C. and Marie (Sauber) Wilson. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Gerard Otte Jr.; he preceded her in death on March 15, 2010. Marilyn “Tootie” is survived by three brothers, Robert J. Wilson of South Bend, IN, Eugene B. (Mary) Wilson of Dayton, OH, and Michael E. (Joyce) Wilson of...

Faith Lynn Osting passed away gently into the arms of Jesus after her brief time on earth on Friday, July 27, 2018, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. She was born to Lance Osting and Tara Krendl; they survive in Fort Jennings. She is survived by her paternal grandparents, Dick (Cathy Ketchem) Osting of Delphos and Kay Blockberger of Delphos, and maternal grandparents, Linda Daulbaugh of Delphos and Kurt (Lucinda) Krendl of Ada;  Maternal great-grandmother, Mary Krendl of...

Brent A. Wreede, 54, of Delphos, passed away on July 19, 2018, at the James Cancer Center in Columbus, OH. He was born August 8, 1963, in Lima to Harold “Rodger” and Nancy (Harpster) Wreede, who both reside in Delphos. He was united in marriage to Michelle Walls on May 12, 2004, she survives in Delphos. He is survived by four children, Craig (Katie) Wreede of Elida, Ryan Walls of Centerville, Carrie Coon of Scott, and Corey (Sadie Monzingo) Wreede of Middle Point; five...

Amy Marie (Gerdeman) Bardall, 48, of Freeport, OH, formerly of Delphos, passed away on July 17, 2018, at the Cleveland Clinic. She was born May 20, 1970, at Van Wert County Hospital to Bill and Mary Elaine (Miller) Gerdeman, who resides in Delphos. She was united in marriage to Jeff Bardall on October 28, 1995; he survives in Freeport, OH. She is survived by her two children, her pride and joy, Tate and Taylor Bardall; brother, Shawn (Liz) Gerdeman, and sister, Gina (Eric) Wallace both of...

Roger D. Wilhelm, 81, of Delphos, passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at his residence. He was born November 27, 1936, at home in Delphos, to Oscar and Cecelia (Sever) Wilhelm. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Janet Moyer on February 8, 1958; she preceded him in death on February 19, 2003. He is survived by his children, Linda (Terry) Johns of Delphos, Randall (Ruth) Wilhelm of Ft. Jennings, Russell (Sandi) Wilhelm of Delphos, Diane (Dave) Kill of Delphos,...

Arthur Eugene Sadler, 65, of Delphos, passed away on Friday, July 6, 2018, at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born on October 1, 1952, in New York to Wilbur and Helen Sadler. They preceded him in death. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. at Harter and Schier Funeral Home with visitation one hour prior.    Burial will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Ft. Jennings.  Memorial contributions may be made to Thomas Edison Center School in...

Julia L. Ralston Truesdale, 63, of Spring City, TN, formerly of Delphos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in her home on June 27, 2018. She was born in Lima on December 31, 1954 to Paul Ralston and Bertha Talboom Zink.  Both preceded her in death. On December 10, 2005 she was united in marriage to George Truesdale.  He survives in Spring City, TN.  She is survived by her sister, Rojean (Jim) Kollsmith of Ft Jennings; brother Kevin (Kim) Ralston of Ft Jennings...

Margaret Elaine Ditto, 95, of Delphos, passed away on Saturday, June 16, 2018, at Vancrest Healthcare Center of Delphos. She was born August 23, 1922, in Elida to Fred and Sylvia (Sunderland) Ditto. They both preceded her in death. She is survived by nieces and nephews, Kay (Dave) Kowalski, Lorna Ditto, Ed Bindel, Linda (Lee) Miller, Randy (Sandy) Bindel, Barry (Brenda) Bindel, Dennis (Melanie) Ditto, Jill Williams, Jeff (Ellen) Ditto, Ruth Ann Wittler, Carolyn Dunlap, Jim (Anita) Dunlap,...

Janet S. Kraft, 74, of Delphos, passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, at Lima Convalescent Home. She was born January 1, 1944, in Allen County to John Arbogast Sr. and Edith (Wurst) Ramer. They both preceded her in death. She is survived by a son, Greg Kraft of Lima; daughter, Melinda (James) Samons of Delphos; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild; two brothers, John (Janet) Arbogast Jr.,of Dublin, Tom (Betty) Arbogast of Lakeview; and one sister, Rebecca (Raymond) Snow of...

Helen A. Cross, 91, of Delphos, passed away on June 10, 2018, at St. Rita’s Medical Center.  She was born on March 14, 1927, to George and Elizabeth (Hoffman) Martin.  On July 15, 1947, she was united in marriage to Fred H. Cross.  He preceded her in death on December 17, 2006. She is survived by four sons; Gerald (Laurita) Cross, Roy (Carol) Cross, Tony (Lisa M.) Cross all of Delphos, and Greg (Kelly) Cross of Ft. Jennings; daughter-in-law, Lisa A. Cross; one sister,...

Helen Patton, 58, passed away on Friday, June 8, 2018, at Van Crest Health Care Center. She was born on February 7, 1960, in Annapolis, MD to John B. and Sarah E. (Bowen) Patton. Her mother survives in Delphos. She is survived by two brothers, Steve (Beverly) Patton of Baltimore, and Richard (Pat) Patton of Delphos; three sisters, Brenda (Edward) Banas of Annapolis, MD, Janet Browning of KY, and Laura Young of GA; eleven nieces and nephews, and several great nieces and nephews. She was...

  Bernice T. “Nootsie” “Toots” Mesker Porter, 84, of Delphos, passed away peacefully at St. Rita’s Hospice surrounded by family on Tuesday, May 29, 2018.  She was born September 25, 1933, to Frank (Doc) Mesker and Dorothy (Ruen) Mesker.  Both preceded her in death.  On October 29, 1959, she married David W. Porter who preceded her in death on January 19, 2000.  She was also preceded in death by an infant son, John Porter. Bernice is...