David “Bodie” C. Trentman, 59, of Landeck, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. On November 27, 1962, he was born in Lima, OH, to Merlin and Patricia (Merschman) Trentman. His mother preceded him in death in 2005. His father and stepmother, Dorothy, survive in Landeck. Dave was united in marriage on May 28, 1983, to Elaine (Bardo) Trentman. She survives in Landeck. Dave is survived by a son, Brad (Marissa) Trentman of Delphos; three grandchildren,...

Terry P. Fair, 68, of Delphos, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2022, at Vancrest of Delphos.  He was born July 22, 1953, to Roland L. and Sally (Briggs) Fair.  Both preceded him in death.  He is survived by sons, Terry “Jr” ( Tiffany) Fair of Lima, and Ryan (Chelsea) Fair of Van Wert; two daughters, Melissa (Greg) Fraizer of Lima and Hailey K. Beckman of Nashville, TN; a brother, Jim Fair of Cridersville; seven grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded...

David Schuerman, 51, of Ft. Jennings, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Ross Heart Hospital.  He was born August 3, 1970, in Lima to Connie Leonhart and Robert Schuerman.  He was later adopted by James and Irma Ricker. He is survived by his daughter, Katlyn Schuerman of Bryan; a sister Dawn (Craig) Murphy of Ft. Jennings; three brothers, Ryan (Angelique) Leonhart of Indian Lake, Jason Schuerman of Payne, and Adam (Shirley) Leonhart of Wills Point, TX; a lifelong friend,...

Earline A. Williams, 87, of Delphos, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. She was born September 12, 1934, in Delphos, OH, to Frank and Veronica (Elwer) Osting. They both preceded her in death. On July 11, 1953, she was united in marriage to John A. Williams. He survives in Delphos. Earline is survived by sons, Jim (Deanna) Williams of Delphos, and Dan (Sue) Williams of Ottoville; brothers, Alvin (Marilyn) Osting of Troy, Norman (Karen) Osting of Troy,...

Lucille L. Donaldson, 94, of Delphos, went to her final reward on Monday, April 25, 2022. She was born June 8, 1927, in Delphos, OH, to Bernard “Ben” and Eleanor (Schabbing) Kaskel. They both preceded her in death. On October 28, 1950, she was united in marriage to Eugene Donaldson. He preceded her in death on December 29, 1997. She left behind two sons, Larry (Kris) Donaldson of Elida, and David (Janet) Donaldson; four daughters,  Kathleen (Mike) Friemoth, Carolyn...

Daniel L.  Adkins, 75, of Mt. Gilead, passed away Monday, April 18, 2022, at Country Meadows Nursing Home in Bellville, OH. He was born September 6, 1946, in Candua, WV, to Jonah and Bertha (Isaac) Adkins. They both preceded him in death. On May 28, 1972, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Beatty. She preceded him in death on September 10, 2020. Daniel is survived by sons, Kenneth (Loretta) Ball of Mansfield, Raymond (Debbie) Ball of Mt. Gilead, and Tim (Molly) Adkins of Mansfield;...

Robert E. Crider, 71, of Delphos, died Saturday, April 16, 2022, at his residence in Delphos, OH. He was born November 7, 1950, to the late C. William “Bill” and Jessie (Nelson) Crider. He was a 1969 graduate of Mendon Union High School. He is survived by his wife, Deb (Martin) Crider of Delphos; his children, Michael (Doug McMillen) Crider of Belle Center, OH, Julie (Brian) Tinnel of Van Wert, OH, and Sean (Deb) Crider of Rockford, OH; his step-children, Amber Worl of Delphos...

Mabel I. Breneman-Amstutz, 98, of Elida, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2022, at Vancrest of Delphos. She was born March 28, 1924, in Cloverdale, OH, to Franklin and Margaret Matilda (Hicks) Bear. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Charles Breneman until he passed August 13, 1996. She then married Vilas Amstutz who preceded her in death on May 26, 2018. Mabel is survived by her children, Sam (Irene) Breneman of Danville, OH and Esther (Elowayne) Mast of Lincoln,...

Louis “Louie” W. Hotz, 83, of Kendallville, IN, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at Parkview Hospital Randallia. He was born March 2, 1939, at home in Landeck, OH, to Aloysius F. and Luella C. (Bonifas) Hotz. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Martha C. (Kill) Hotz. She survives in Kendallville, IN. Louis is survived by daughters, Jackie (Chris) Strabala of Auburn, IN, and Sandy (Chris) Vorst of Middle Point; grandchildren, Lexi and Kelly Strabala,...

  Rita Suever, 88, of Delphos, passed away Monday, April 11, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. She was born May 1, 1933, to Gordie and Agnes (Kohorst) Carmean. On September 13, 1958, she was united in marriage to Richard Suever. He survives in Delphos. Rita is survived by a son, Richard E. (Doris) Suever Jr.;  and two daughters, Pamela R. Ricker, and  Paula J. (Rob) Ruda all of Delphos; two sisters, Almeda Ondo of Delphos and Patricia Johnson of Indianapolis;...

Robert “Bub” Grothouse, 68, of Delphos, passed away Monday, April 11, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s.   He was born May 25, 1953, in Lima to Robert “Bob” and Luella (Sawmiller) Grothouse. His father passed in 2015, and his mother survives in Delphos. Bub is also survived by a daughter, Stephanie (Scott) Welker, of Bradenton, Fl; a son, Kevin Grothouse of Chicago; a granddaughter, Maggie Clemons; siblings Jan (Dave) Hoffman, Bill (Barb) Grothouse,...

Shirley Jarman, 77, of Delphos, passed away on Saturday, April 09, 2022, surrounded by family at her home. She was born September 26, 1944, in Scott, Ohio to John and Wanda (Miller) Hundley. They preceded her in death. On March 30, 1968, she was united in marriage to Leonard E. Jarman.  He survives in Delphos. Shirley is survived by a son, Roy Jarman of Delphos; a daughter, Priscilla (Mark) Carter of Harrod; six grandchildren, Christian, Carter, Caleb Jarman, and Kory, Kacy, and Kylee...

Paul G. Lindeman, 69, of Delphos, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at his residence. He was born September 23, 1952, in Delphos, OH, to Carl and Marjorie (Allenbaugh) Lindeman, who preceded him in death. Paul is survived by his children, Paul E. (Laurie) Lindeman of Ft. Jennings, Kevin (Kelly) Lindeman of Delphos, Kyle Lindeman of Vandalia, Kari Lindeman of Delphos, and Kali Lindeman of Delphos; brothers, Gary (Becky) Lindeman of Delphos, Dave (Carolyn) Lindeman of Delphos, and Rick...

Denny Gail Foust, 78, passed away at 1:20 a.m. on Friday, April 1, 2022, at The Springs of Lima. He was born March 19, 1944, in Elida, OH, to Gail E. and Gay E. (Baxter) Foust. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Mary Andersen on July 23, 1966. She survives in Lima. Denny is survived by daughters, Gail (William) Wieser of Lima and Kirsten St. John of Carlsbad, NM; sisters, Lynnette (Dave) Ellis of Elida, Jannette (Jim) Crumrine of Oviedo, FL; sister-in-law, Eleanor...

Mary Margaret Young, 51, of Ohio City passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at Promedica Hospital in Toledo.  She was born April 4, 1970, in Lima to Francis and Carolyn (Schwinnen) Meyer.  Her father preceded her in death, and her mother survives in Spencerville.  On August 5, 1988, she was united in marriage to Glen Young who survives in Ohio City. Other survivors include her son, Johnathan (Katie) Young of Van Wert; sisters, Jennifer (Chad) Prine,  and Sarah (Ron)...

Sharon L. Carder, 82, of Landeck, passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 12, 1939, in Lima, OH, to Charles and Luella (Rahrig) Ebbeskotte. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church to Edward Carder on November 29, 1958. They recently celebrated 63 years of marriage. He survives in Landeck. Sharon is survived by sons, Timothy (Theresa) Carder and Scott Carder both...

Patricia Wieging, 88, of Ft. Jennings, passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2022, at The Meadows of Delphos. She was born February 20, 1934, in Ohio City, OH, to Oliver and Mamie (Agler) Houts. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage on April 24, 1954, to Thomas Eugene Wieging. He preceded her in death on August 25, 1998. Following Tom’s death, Ralph Speer was her companion for 22 years until his death on January 17, 2022. Pat is survived by her son, Randy (Matt...

Donna Keller, 77, of Delphos, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 14, 2022, at Vancrest of Delphos surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 7, 1944, in Dayton to Donald H. and Dorothy L. (Walters) Broerman. They both preceded her in death. She is survived by her lifelong companion of 40 years, John G. Osting of Delphos; her children, Thomas D. Keller of Ottoville, Doreen (Jay) Sheeter of Delphos, Todd (Heather) Keller of Delphos, Terry (Kathy) Keller of Ft. Jennings, and...

Alice M. Grothouse, 90, passed away at 6:55 a.m. on Friday, March 11, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s.  She was born on September 3, 1931, to Ray “Barney” and Evelyn (Langmeyer) Limbrecht.  On June 19, 1954, she was united in marriage to Hubert T. “Beeze” Grothouse.  He preceded her in death on September 20, 2007.  Alice is survived by four sons, Dan “Beeze” (Karen) Grothouse, and Tom (Ruth) Grothouse, of Delphos, Jeff (Tina)...

Betty Louise (Werner) Schmelzer, 93, of Delphos, died at 12:25 a.m. on Monday, March 7, 2022, at Vancrest of Delphos. She was born October 12, 1928, to Louie F. and Chloe (Friend) Werner. On August 3, 1947, she married Clarence Eugene Metzger; he passed away in 1983. On October 19, 1985, she married Richard D. Schmelzer; he passed away in 2008. She is survived by two daughters, Linda (Steve) Buettner of Delphos, and Barbara (Alan) Hall of Steubenville, OH; a son, Michael (Lorrie) Metzger of...

Hugh Morgan, 63, of Delphos passed away on February 23, 2022, at Marion General Hospital. He was born September 1, 1958, in Lima to Dr. David O. and Marylou (Romig) Morgan.  He is survived by two sisters, Dr. Beth Morgan Marks of Ft. Wayne, and Gwen Morgan of Columbus; nieces and nephews, Brian, Megan, and Missy Marks, and Tristan Kueper; and cousins, Chuck Schwartz, Diane Steslicki, and Debra Collins. He was preceded in death by his parents, his uncle Charles Schwartz, and his aunt...

Charles “Jeff” Jefferson Miller, 88, passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. He was born January 30, 1934, in Urbana, OH, to Harry and Margaret (McNab) Miller. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Mary Crowe on January 31, 1958, recently celebrating 64 years together. She survives in Delphos. Jeff is survived by sons, John and Samuel (Angie) Miller both of Delphos; daughters, Susan (Charles) Gabel of Findlay, Alison...

William “Bill” N. Mullenhour, 93, of Delphos, passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s with his loving son by his side. He was born January 12, 1929, at home in Allen County, OH to Harry and Grace (Patton) Mullenhour. They both preceded him in death, as well as, his brother, Bob Mullenhour. On August 21, 1949, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Helen Himmeger. She preceded him in death on March 8, 2018. He is survived by his...

Betty I. Foust, 84, of Elida, passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at Vancrest of Delphos. She was born September 14, 1937, in Middle Point, OH, to Dwight and Grace (Ditto) Foust. They both preceded her in death. On June 18, 1981, she was united in marriage to Keith Foust. He survives in Elida. Betty is survived by sons, Rick Holdgreve of Middle Point, OH and Mitch (Brenda) Holdgreve of Minster; daughters, Denise (Tom) Speelman of Mendon, Leslie (Kevin) Elswick of Prospect, OH, and Paula...

Warren Lee Stemen, 91, of Elida, passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at his residence. He was born September 17, 1930, at home in Allen County, to Merle G. and Edna (Brenneman) Stemen. They preceded him in death. He was united in marriage in November of 1952 to Margaret Brunk, recently celebrating 69 years of marriage. She survives in Elida. Warren is survived by his children, Debra (Michael) Crites, Carol Stemen, and Jerry (Melissa) Stemen all of Elida, Robert (Karen) Stemen of...

Jeremy Whitaker, 41, of Delphos, passed away on January 28, 2022. He was born February 7, 1980, in Lima, OH, to George and Bobbi Whitaker-Roose. They survive in Russells Point, OH. He was united in marriage to Daphne Bybee. She survives in Delphos. Jeremy is survived by his children, Anthony Whitaker, James Whitaker, and Megan Whitaker; brothers, Joshua and Jordan Whitaker; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Jane Whitaker and Roy and Phyllis...

Luella Mae Dray, 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep Thursday January 27, 2022 at Worthington Christian Village. She was born June 10, 1931, on the family farm near Gomer, Ohio to Anna M. Foulkes & Ivor B. Watkins. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Wayne B Dray, and brother, Willis E. Watkins. She is survived by daughters, Karen (Paul) Grant of Westerville, Barbara (Ron) Wegesin of Dublin and Susan (Mark) Lickert of Strongsville; grandchildren, Brett (Kacey) Powell...

Paul Evan Wreede, Sr., 76, of Delphos, passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at Memorial Hospital in Lima.  He was born on February 26, 1945, to John Evan “Dobbin” and Leona (Vonderembse) Wreede who both preceded him in death Paul is also survived by his children Jerry (Kathy) Wreede, Paul (Angela) Wreede Jr., Robert (Kathy) Wreede, Beth Ann (Rick) Huddleston, Daryl Wreede, Brian Wreede, Terry Wreede, Chrissy Wreede, Dianna Wreede, Angela Wreede, a step-daughter,...

Cindy Allen, 55, of Delphos, passed away Friday, January 21, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family.   She was born on October 3, 1966, to the late Elmer “Don” Kent and Carol (Miller) Kent.     On March 13, 1999, she was united in marriage to Mike Allen. They were together for thirty years, married for twenty three.  He survives in Delphos.    Cindy is also survived by her children, Johnithon (Kathy) Schabbing of Van Wert,...

Terry Wagoner, 69, of Delphos, passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born on December 8, 1952, in Lima to Richard and June (Coil) Wagoner. His father preceded him in death; his mother survives in Delphos. He was united in marriage to Kim Carpenter on August 18, 1973. She passed away on September 12, 2021. Terry is survived by his sons, Shannon (Missy) Wagoner of Delphos, and Shane (Tina) Wagoner of Fort Jennings; two grandchildren,...

Leslie N. Dienstberger, 92, of Delphos, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. He was born November 19, 1929, in Delphos, OH, to Jacob and Anna (Hirn) Dienstberger. They both preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Maxine Cox in 1972. She preceded him in death on January 23, 1994.   Leslie is survived by a stepdaughter, Roxana (Larry) Haley of The Villages, FL; two step-grandchildren; great-nephew, Allen (Theresa) Hook of TN; and special...

Norma J. (Arnold) Foust, 90, of Delphos, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Vancrest of Delphos.  She was born September 9, 1931, in Allen County, to Everett and Hilda (Kindley) Arnold. They both preceded her in death. On June 16, 1951, she was united in marriage to William (Bill) Foust. He preceded her in death January 8, 1996.  Norma is survived by her son, Scott (Mary Jo) Foust, and her daughter-in-law, Barb Foust, both of Delphos; three granddaughters, Tracy (Tim)...

Judith A. Kroeger, 76, of Delphos, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022, at Vancrest of Delphos. She was born January 31, 1945, in Delphos, OH, to Joseph and Pearl (Merricle) Burnett. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Gerard “Jerry” A. Kroeger on March 3, 1979. He preceded her in death on December 19, 2020.   Judy is survived by son, Michael (Christa) Kroeger of Delphos, a stepdaughter, Roberta “Robbie” (Jeffrey) McVicker of...

Douglas Jay Sandlin, 62, of Elida, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022, surrounded by his family. He was born April 21, 1959, to Hubert and Waneta (Brunk) Sandlin. On September 2, 1978, he was united in marriage to Darlene (Crisenbery) Sandlin. She survives in Elida. Doug is also survived by his five children, Carla Rice, Mitchell (Neidy) Sandlin, Charissa Sandlin, Derek Sandlin and Shane Sandlin; four grandchildren, Hadassah and Malcum Sandlin, Shayla and Mikaila Rice; and...

Agnes R. Wienken, 89, of Delphos, passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at the Meadows of Delphos.  She was born on September 10, 1932, in Landeck to Othmer M. and Theresa W. (Etzkorn) Wienken.  Both preceded her in death. She is survived by sisters, Mary Siefker and Clara Wienken, sister-in-law, Nell Jean Wienken and many nieces and nephews; her caregivers were her niece, Sandy (Sam) Bonifas and great nieces, Tiffany Mozingo and Sadie (Corey) Wreede. She was preceded in...

Wilma E. McBride, 81, of Delphos, passed away on January 10, 2022, at her home.  She was born February 26, 1940, to Oris and Ruby (Zeller) Druckemiller. They both preceded her in death. On June 18, 1960, she was united in marriage to Garry McBride. He preceded her in death on November 8, 2020.   Wilma is survived by three sons, Gary Ray (Richard Blair) McBride, Jr. of Philpot, KY,  Scott Douglas (Christine) McBride of Lambertville, MI, and Adam Lynn (Melissa) McBride of...

Beverly “Bevy” A. Derrow, 76, passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. She was born on October 11, 1945, in Lima, OH, to Mickey and Annie (Crede) Vondran. They both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Dale Derrow on May 23, 1964. He passed away December 27, 2020. Bevy is survived by four daughters, Julie (Doug) Fitch, Kathy (Steve) Vorst, Shelly (Fred) Hasting, and Cindy (Kevin) Weitzel all of Delphos; 12 grandchildren: Andy...

Michelle R. Kroeger, 52, of Delphos, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s.  She was born October 30, 1969, to Kenneth and Cheryl (Springer) Krauss. Her father preceded her in death on January 9, 2021, and her mother survives in St. Marys. She is also survived by her children, Adam Kroeger of Delphos, Wesley (Kate) Kroeger of Elida, Joshua (Bria) Kroeger, and Rachel Kroeger, all of Delphos; grandchildren, Mavrick, Amilia, and Kynsley Kroeger and one on...

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Helen Roberts John, of Elida passed peacefully at Mercy Health-St Rita’s on January 7, 2022.  She was born on May 26, 1927, in rural Ft. Jennings to Albert and Mabel Colwell Roberts who preceded her in death.  On October 21, 1950, she married Richard L. John who passed away on July 7, 1991. She is survived by two daughters, Rebecca (Lindsey) Foust of Elida and Cynthia (Dennis) Spragg of Lima; grandchildren John (Jennifer), Justin, Jayson...

Rhonda Gay Woodruff, 59, of New Plymouth, passed away Friday, January 7, 2022, at her residence. She was born on May 28, 1962 in Lima, OH, to Lewis “Woody” and Dovie (Sargent) Woodruff. They both preceded her in death. She is survived by her partner in life for the past nine years, Dan Carson of New Plymouth; her children, Mikal (Deana) Dodds of Lakeview, Aja Dodds, Elizabeth (Don) Hinckley, Marcus (Kristi) Dodds, all of St. Marys and Jared (Brandi) Dodds of Mansfield;...

Paula I. Brown, 59, of Delphos, passed away on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at her residence. She was born October 5, 1962, to George and Nellie (Dempsey) Schabbing. They both preceded her in death. She was engaged to Tracy Sterling. He survives in Delphos. Paula is also survived by her children, Ashley (Brad) Agner of Delphos and Travis (Taylor) Brown of Ohio City; grandchildren, Karder, Kailee, Kahner, Kaidee Agner and Covy and Everly Brown; brothers, Butch (Peggy) Schabbing of Grover Hill...

Kenneth John Jameson, 79, of Delphos, passed away at 12:34 p.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne. He was born September 28, 1942, at home in Rimer, OH, to Kenneth J. and Isabelle (Crosby) Jameson.  On January 18, 1964, he was united in marriage to Beverly Metzger.  She preceded him in death on December 14, 2020. He is survived by his son, Ken Jameson of Delphos; his daughter, Tina (Jeremy) LaRue of Mandale; three grandchildren, Thad and Lindsey Jameson...

Dr. Earl L. Morris of Delphos, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2021, at The Meadows of Delphos. He was born October 25, 1924, in Leipsic, OH to James and Leora (Kain) Morris.  On March 11, 1944, he was united in marriage to Margie Baker. She survives in Delphos Dr. Morris’ children include his son Scott Morris (deceased) and his children, Geoff Morris, Chris (Heather) Morris, and Andrea (James) Parlette;  his son James (Pamela) Morris and their children, Ryan Morris,...

Rodger Saum, 69, of Delphos, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s.  He was born September 17, 1952, in Lima to Mr. and Mrs. William Saum.  They both preceded him in death. On August 25, 1984, he was united in marriage to Cora E. Kohorst who preceded him in death on January 21, 2020. Rodger is survived by in-laws, Bonnie (James) Fuerst of Columbus Grove, Gerald (Inice) Kohorst of Mendon, and Tom (Bobbie) Kohorst of Delphos. Rodger attended...

Jean M. Garlock, 91, of Ft. Jennings, passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Charles O. Weaver and Agnes (Schabbing) Weaver who both preceded her in death. She was united in marriage to Edward Elmer Garlock on Mary 28, 1949.  He passed on August 18, 2003. She is survived by five children, Diane (Kenneth) Bendele of Ft. Jennings, Judy (Hugh) Hughes of Ft. Jennings, and Jean Rhodes of Van Wert, Tracy Garlock of...

Lindsey Bradley, 63, of Delphos, passed away Saturday, December 11, 2021, at Defiance Hospice Inpatient Center. He was born December 14, 1957, in Toledo, OH, to Texas “Tommy” and Faye (Allen) Bradley. They both preceded him in death. On June 23, 1990, he was united in marriage to Kaye Schmitz. She survives in Delphos. Lindsey is also survived by daughters, Sydney (Tim) Petroschek of Beaver Creek and Paige of Delphos; son, Mitchell Bradley of Delphos; and brothers, Dennis...

Jerry Wayne “Pork” Foust, 73, passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at his daughter’s residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Van Wert, but grew up in Scott, OH, on February 4, 1948, to Delmar and Mary Arlene (Sanderson) Foust. They preceded him death. He was united in marriage to Marylin “Scarecrow” Burnett on May 13, 1977. She survives in Venedocia. Pork is survived by daughters, Julie (Tim) Rickard of Maiden, NC and Sarah (Jason)...

Louis Fuerst, 65 of Delphos, passed away December 8, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. He was born on May 6, 1956, to Norbert and Betty (Klaus) Fuerst.   They both preceded him in death. Louis is survived by his two sons, John (Heather) Fuerst of Ohio City and Joseph L. (Maranda) Fuerst of Van Wert; a daughter, Jamie (Anthony Rowe) Fuerst of Van Wert; two brothers, Gordon (Helen) Fuerst  and Roger Fuerst both of Delphos; three sisters, Judith (James) Looser of...

Robert A. (Bobby) Ladd, 52, of Delphos, was called home to be with his Lord on December 6, 2021, at his sister’s home surrounded by his loved ones. Bobby was born on September 12, 1969, in Lima, Ohio to Robert (Bob) and Joan (Trujillo) Ladd. His wife Deana (Pruden) Ladd preceded him in death on February 2, 2013.  He was a graduate of Delphos Jefferson High School.  He had a career in truck driving and had worked for B &K Trucking and Ceva Trucking. He was an avid...

Ross Elwood Thomas passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at The Meadows of Kalida at the age of 93. He was born at home, on June 14, 1928, to Arthur B. and Leora (Ross) Thomas who preceded him in death. He lived all of his life on the family farm. He married Joan Lloyd on May 24, 1951 in Gomer. They celebrated 70 years of marriage this year. He is survived by his loving wife, Joan; three children, Donald (Alesia) Thomas of Tucson, AZ, Marty (Deb) Thomas of Elida and Pat (Russell)...