Nov 22, 2024

David Neil Buehrer, 77, of West Unity, Ohio, passed away in his home on November 22, 2024.

David was born October 22nd,1947 in Bryan, Ohio, to Donald and Donna (Myers) Buehrer.

A 1965 graduate of Archbold High school, David married Lynne (Cryer) Schaedler on August 21, 2007 in Horse Cave, Kentucky.

His many...

Nov 21, 2024

Ronald E. Faber, 89, of Montpelier passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at his home. He was born on April 3, 1935 in Montpelier to Jacob S. and Waneta (Shaul) Faber. On December 6, 1952 he married the love of his life, Carol A. Riter and she survives.

Ron was a member of the Montpelier Moose...

Nov 18, 2024

Glenna M. Wright, 80, of Montpelier passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024 in her home with family at her side.  She was born September 17, 1944 to Francis and Undine (Brentlinger) Severence. She was a 1962 graduate from Edon high school.  In 1972 she married Denver L. Wright, and he survives.

Glenna was a member of...

Nov 15, 2024

Charles W. Graser, Jr, 84, of Pioneer passed away at home on Friday, November 15, 2024.  He was born on March 11, 1940 in Toledo.  In 1974 he married Jeannette K. Koder and she survives.

Chuck was a Millwright Journeyman at Unicast Toledo Steel Tubing.  He was a Ham operator, race car driver, mechanic, woodworker, a Jack...

Nov 9, 2024

Janet Marie Schafer, 70, of Montpelier passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  She was born on December 1, 1953, in Hicksville to James and Marjorie (Gustin) Taggart.  Janet graduated from Fairview High School in 1971, then went on to Bowling Green State University to earn her Bachelor's Degree in History. ...

Nov 9, 2024

Karen A. Robison, 74, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family in the care of hospice. Karen was born in Bryan on September 25, 1950 to Henry and Betty Moog. She was a 1969 graduate of Montpelier High School, where she participated in chorus, basketball and volleyball. She married Robert Robison on July...

Nov 2, 2024

Lowell Eugene Martin, 96 of Pioneer, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at his home. He was born on February 29, 1928 in Pioneer to Earl and Mabel (Maneval) Martin. Lowell graduated from Pioneer High School in 1946 and then went on to obtain his associates degree from the International Business College in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948....

Nov 1, 2024

David G. Bennett, 86 of Pioneer passed away on November 1, 2024 at Hillside Country Living in Bryan.  He was born on November 16, 1937 in Hillsdale County, Michigan to Clifford and Dorothy (Barr) Bennett.

David retired from Universal Products in Pioneer after 20 plus years driving delivery trucks.  Prior to that he was employed at Ohio...

Oct 30, 2024

Larry G. Thimlar, 79 of Montpelier passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Park View Care Center in Edgerton.  He was born on September 8, 1945 in Auburn, Indiana to Howard N. and Doris M. (McKinley) Thimlar.  Larry was a  1965 graduate of Edgerton High School.  On July 10, 1992 in Blakeslee, Ohio he married Judy Dunbar and...

Oct 30, 2024

Spencer Albert Meloun was the only child of Albert L. and Honora (Klein) Meloun, born on Oct. 5, 1942, in Parma, Ohio. He received his wings and halo on Oct. 30, 2024 at age 82. He graduated from Parma High School in 1960 and Baldwin Wallace College in 1965. He also served his country proudly as a member of...

Oct 28, 2024

In Loving Memory of Diana Lynn Bowman

With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Diana Lynn "Di" Bowman, age 76, of Montpelier, Ohio. On October 28, 2024, Diana passed peacefully while in the care of hospice, surrounded by the love of her family.

A lifelong resident of Montpelier, Diana was born...

Oct 25, 2024

Larry Joe Mick, 87, of Montpelier passed away Friday, October 25, 2024 at his home.  He was born on July 7, 1937 in Montpelier to Seldon L. and Imo LuLu (Gaskill) Mick.  He graduated from Montpelier High School in 1955.  On November 23, 1979 he married Mary Lou Wilson and she preceded him in death.

Larry worked...

Oct 25, 2024

Steve A. Porath, 73, of Montpelier passed away at his home on Friday, October 25, 2024.  He was born on August 30, 1951 in Wauseon to Ronald L. and Ruby E. (Betts) Porath.  Steve graduated from Hilltop High School in 1969.  On January 23, 1971 he married Janette "Jan" L. Smith in West Unity, and she survives.

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Oct 23, 2024

Linda L. Semple-Manley, 75, of Montpelier and formerly of Defiance, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Evergreen Healthcare Center in Montpelier. She was born on June 25, 1948 in Payne, Ohio to Norman and Veronica (Wobler) Howard. Linda graduated from Payne High School.

Linda is survived by her loving son, John L. Manley and...

Oct 23, 2024

Ronald E. Fenicle, 78 of Montpelier passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Park View Nursing Center in Edgerton, surrounded by his family.  He was born on August 19, 1946 in Bridgewater Township to Arthur W. and Ella V. (Keller) Fenicle.  Ron graduated from North Central High School in 1964 and then went on to serve his country...

Oct 22, 2024

Justin Ray Evers, Jr., 16, of Montpelier passed away on October 22, 2024 at his home.  He was born on March 27, 2008 in Bryan, Ohio to Justin Ray and Lisa Ann (Moore) Evers.

During the past year Justin assisted his parents in running the Mighty Shiny Auto Detailing in Montpelier.  Justin enjoyed being in the outdoors,...

Oct 21, 2024

Glenn Dale (Smiley) Humphrey, 81, of rural Montpelier, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024 at his home. He was born on October 9, 1943 in Northwest Township to Cleo Dale and Luella May (McCrea) Humphrey. Glenn graduated from Edon High School in 1961. He honorably served his country in the United States Army. On April 24, 1970 he...

Oct 16, 2024

Ruby Viola Lockhart, 112, of Bryan, formerly of Montpelier, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Hillside Country Living in Bryan. She was born on May 17, 1912, in Elkhart, Indiana, to Andrew and Ida (Baker) Clay. At the time of her passing, she was the oldest person in Ohio and nineth oldest in the US.

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Oct 16, 2024

Philip Edward Funkhouser, 87, of West Unity, passed away on October 16, 2024 at his home. He was born on April 8, 1937 in Defiance County to Wendell Ward Funkhouser and Eve Lanore (Rhoades) Funkhouser. Phil graduated from Paulding High School in 1955. While still in school, he drove truck for the Defiance Dairy. After graduation, Phil helped build...

Oct 16, 2024

Tyler W. Bernath, 41 of Montpelier passed away on October 16, 2024 in the comfort of his home listening to his favorite music with his significant other Nicki.  He was born on October 7, 1983 in Montpelier to Ronald W. and Rhonda (Wright) Bernath.  He attended Montpelier High School and since 2013 he was the hardware editor of Tweaktown...