On September 23rd, Toledo lost a long-time small business owner, affectionately known as Jim Bennett, of the former Colony Hardware store on Central Avenue-and his family and friends lost a special man they dearly loved.
As major big store competitors drove out smaller businesses in the area, Colony Hardware managed to keep its doors open for some 45 years-finally closing...
James C. Kehlmeier Jr. passed into eternal life early in the morning, Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Jim was born in Columbus, Ohio, on October 9, 1955, to the late James C. Kehlmeier Sr. and Anna Louise Kehlmeier. Shortly thereafter, the family relocated to Grange St in Oregon, Ohio. His childhood years were filled with fishing, boating and enjoying all his...
Bianca Kimberli Nagel, born on December 2, 2009, passed away on October 16, 2026, following the sudden rupture of an unknown brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM).
At just 16 years old, Bianca lived a life overflowing with energy, ambition, curiosity, confidence, kindness, and, above all, love and compassion for others. Though her family and friends are heartbroken by her loss,...
Frances V. Woods was born, November 16, 1955, to Marjorie Williams and Edward L. Henry. She was later adopted by Isom Hoskins at the age of 9 years old.
Vickey attended Pickett Elementary School, McTigue Jr. High and Rogers High School graduating in June 1973. She then attended Grahm Jr. College and Boston College where she earned her associate degree...
Brian Thomas Boyer, 50, passed away on October 16, 2026. He was born on January 6, 1976, in Oregon, Ohio.
Brian found joy in the simple things that made life special. He enjoyed watching The Golden Girls, sharing Taco Tuesdays with his family, and indulging in his favorite treat, peanut butter M&M's. One of the things that brought Brian the...
Vernon Lee Vogt, 72, passed away on October 16, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, a family who loved him dearly, and a legacy that will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. Born on November 5, 1953, in Toledo, Ohio, to Milo and Jaqueline Vogt, Vern lived life to the fullest, finding joy in his...
"Every Life is noted and is cherished, and nothing loved is ever lost or perished"
It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Nicole Annette (Clair) Aparicio (Niki) born 1976, she left this world to be with our Loving Lord on October 15th.
Niki grew up and attended schools in Sylvania, Ohio and graduated from the Howe...
Joanne L. Harder, 81, of Oak Harbor, OH, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Riverview Healthcare Campus in Oak Harbor. She was born on November 8, 1944, in Port Clinton, OH, to Richard W. and Lucille M. (Witt) Hetrick.
Joanne graduated from Oak Harbor High School in 1962, where she was a varsity cheerleader and Homecoming Queen. She worked...
Michael Joseph Sofo, 67, went to his eternal rest, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Mike was a pillar of the Toledo community and a proud graduate of Central Catholic High School. A devout Catholic, he had a deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. His faith was woven into every part of his life, including his...
Elsie "Debbie" L. Gyori, 96, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 1, 1930, in Ipswich, England to the late Walter and Ethel (Howard) Ranson. Elsie married Norman "Bud" J. Gyori in 1954 in Ipswich, England where they met while he was stationed there during the Korean War. They...
Carl Allen Richardson, age 69, of Maumee, OH, passed away on October 14, 2026. He was born July 5, 1957 in Toledo, OH to Cecil and Virginia (Stotz) Richardson. Carl graduated from Start High School in 1975 and attended the University of Toledo where he graduated with a Business degree. Lifetime friendships were formed during his college years and their...
James "Jim" Howard Haefner, age 89, passed away peacefully at his home on October 14, 2026. He was born on May 5, 1937, in Toledo, Ohio, to Robert and Myrtle Haefner.
Jim was a simple, hardworking man who cherished his family. He worked as a wood pattern maker at Schill Pattern and later retired from Clinton Pattern after many years...
Dale Nordahl, 73, of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, following a courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Dale was born on March 17, 1953 in Mineola, New York, to Preston and Florence (Quinn) Roeser. She married Gary Nordahl on May 13, 1971, and they shared 55 years together.
Dale...
Robert "Dwayne" Fleming, 91, of Oak Harbor, OH, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky, OH, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on April 25, 1935, in Kuttawa, KY, to John R. and Mary L. (Glass) Fleming. On July 4, 1990, he married Bricelene (White) Bryant in Mammoth Cave, KY, and she...
Debra G. Meyer, 57, passed away at home on October 13, 2026. She was born on October 27, 1968, in Toledo, Ohio, to Rick and Patti Erdmann. On April 27, 1990, she married Jeff Meyer, with whom she shared a life centered on family.
Family was most important to Debra. She treasured quality time spent together, especially gathering around the...
Carolyn J. Lasseter, 77, of Curtice, OH, passed away peacefully Monday, October 12, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family, following a courageous 10-year battle with cancer. She was born on September 24, 1949, in Toledo, OH, to Ralph Frederick and Edna Elsie Hilda (Koob) Sandrock.
Carolyn proudly served her country in the U.S. Navy for 22 years,...
Susan Leck, age 87, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Charter Senior Living in Sylvania, Ohio. Born at home in Millbury, Ohio to Howard and Rena Goodman, Sue spent her early years on the Goodman Family Farm. She then began a successful life-long banking career starting as one of the first female tellers at Ohio Citizens Bank. Her roles...
Mary Diane (Tinney) Hussar, age 82, of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on October 10, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on July 24, 1944 in Perrysburg Ohio, to Thomas and Mary Tinney. Mary was a 1962 graduate of Rossford High School. Mary is preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Mary Tinney, and her...
Connie L. Sattler, 73, of Toledo, Ohio, peacefully passed on October 10, 2026 after a long journey with Parkinsons Disease.
Connie was born October 2, 1953 in Beaufort, South Carolina to Stanley and Florence (Bright) Sattler. After graduating from Riverdale High School, Connie went on to receive her Nursing degree from Providence Hospital School of Nursing. Connie dedicated 40+ years as...
Patricia Alma LaChapelle, 84, of Marblehead, Ohio, passed away in the morning of October 10th, 2026. She was born June 12, 1942 in Philadelphia, Pa., she was the second daughter of six of John and Dorothy McCormack.
Patricia will be remembered for her love of cats and birds; her strength in surviving her stroke four years ago; her recent fall...