Obituaries

Jan 28, 2026

Michael F French, born November 6, 1941, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and longtime director of the Rossford Public Library, passed away surrounded by the legacy of a life well lived. Likable, friendly, and accepting, Mike had an easy generosity of spirit and a quick wit that made people feel instantly at ease. When asked how he was...

Jan 27, 2026

Jan 26, 2026

Michael Barton Lang, age 83, of Waterville, Ohio, entered into eternal rest on January 26, 2026, at home, peacefully and surrounded by the love of his devoted wife. Born on October 19, 1942, in Cleveland, Ohio, Michael was the son of the late William E. and Virginia C. (Barton) Lang. He graduated from Toledo Scott High School and went on...

Jan 26, 2026

Joy Ortyl, 80, of Perrysburg, OH (formerly of Ottawa Hills) passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. Born to Pauline and Noel McClure, Joy graduated from DeVilbiss H.S. in 1963 and received B.Ed. (magna cum laude) and M.Ed. degrees from the University of Toledo. At UT, she was a member of the dancing...

Jan 23, 2026

If your ever met Symini Rai Moore, you remember her smile. It was the kind that lit up a room instantly-the kind that made people feel seen, welcomed, and cared for without her ever having to say a word. At 15 years old, Symini carried kindness and compassion far beyond her years. Symini was a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece,...

Jan 23, 2026

Jose Cardenas, 87, of Perrysburg, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026 peacefully in his home. Jose was born January 24, 1938 in the small town of Dolores, Texas to Atanacio and Jovita (Rodriguez) Cardenas.

For 27 years, Jose put his creativity and close attention to detail to work in Pemberville, OH, welding for Modine. He retired in 2006.

The melody to Jose’s...

Jan 22, 2026

Steven M. Forgette, III age 29, passed away on January 22, 2026, in Toledo, Ohio. He was born on March 25, 1996, in Toledo, to Steven Forgette II and Sarah (Garza) Forgette.

Steven was known for his big, cheesy smile and his ability to light up any room he walked into. He loved being surrounded by family and friends and...

Jan 22, 2026

Samuel Peter Creagh Martin, age 41, passed away on January 22, 2026 at Flower Hospital. He was born in Toledo, Ohio on April 13, 1984 to Jacqueline Anne (Poole) Martin and the late Donald Creagh Martin, MD.

A graduate of Ottawa Hills High School (class of '02) and Gettysburg College (class of '06) with a Bachelor of Arts in English, Sam...

Jan 22, 2026

Merla L. Jahns, (age 98), passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026 at the Elizabeth Scott Community. Born in Duncansville, Pennsylvania on September 5, 1927, to James and Grace (Kyler) Rickert, Merla was a life-long resident of the Toledo area. After graduating from Libbey High School in 1945, Merla was employed most of her working life by the former Medical...

Jan 21, 2026

Carol Deshetler was born on February 10, 1947. She was one of two daughters and one son born to Frederick and Rita (Reinlein) DeShetler. A lifelong resident of Toledo, Ohio, Carol graduated from St. Ursula Academy. She was a longtime employee of Rite-Aid pharmacy. Carol was a very generous person who was both artistically and musically talented. A devout Catholic,...

Jan 21, 2026

Jack A. Emmitt

Jack A. Emmitt, 82, of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home on January 21, 2026.

Jack was born on June 14, 1943, to Alvin and Naiomi Emmitt. He graduated from Woodward High School in 1962 and went on to build a long and dedicated career as a heavy machine operator at Libbey-Owens-Ford, where he worked...

Jan 21, 2026

Jo Ann "JJ" Johnson passed away suddenly on the morning of January 21, 2026, at the age of 76. Born prematurely in Highland Park, Michigan, she was the youngest of three children of Clayton and Grace (Heimke) Johnson. A miracle from the very beginning, JJ spent her life surprising others in the most wonderful ways.

Raised in a home filled...

Jan 21, 2026

Marilyn J. Rosebrock, 97, of Rossford, Ohio, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. Marilyn was born in Port Clinton, Ohio, January 31, 1928 to Fredrick and Freda (Miller) Meyer. On May 17, 1952, she married the love of her life, Ernest Rosebrock. In 1972, they started Rosebrock Campers Inc. of Perrysburg, Ohio, which...

Jan 21, 2026

Julius Toth, 94, of Rossford, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home, on January 21, 2026. Julius was born in Csapod, Hungary on March 6, 1931. He met his wife Eva Majoros in Budapest while studying at the University. They both fled Hungary during the 1956 revolution and were married in Vienna, Austria. They immigrated to the United States, first to...

Jan 19, 2026

Richard L. Schell, 97, of Whitehouse, Ohio, passed away on January 19, 2026, at Foundation Park in Toledo. He was born on January 9, 1929 in Fremont Ohio, to Melvin and Evelyn (Wilson) Schell.

A graduate of Fremont Ross High School, Richard continued his education at Defiance College, earning a bachelor’s degree in history. His commitment to service began as a...

Jan 19, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sharon Cecilia Morton (née Boyer) on January 19, 2026. She died peacefully at home, surrounded by family, following complications from a stroke she suffered in early December. Sharon was 85. A radiant presence in any room, she brought joy wherever she went, and her family and friends will deeply...

Jan 19, 2026

Carol A. Rieff, 91, of Oak Harbor, Ohio, passed away peacefully Monday, January 19, 2026, at Riverview Healthcare Campus.

Carol was born February 23, 1934, in Elmore, Ohio, to Dan and Bernice (Buck) Kontak and graduated from Harris-Elmore High School in 1952. On July 30, 1955, she married the love of her life, Arlo Rieff, and together shared 52 years...

Jan 18, 2026

On January 18, 2026, we lost a pillar of our family, Dawn G. Crosby. A loving wife, sister, aunt, great aunt and friend, who fought the good fight so valiantly and on her terms. Dawn was a very strong and determined person who always put her family first. We all considered her the leader of the "pack." If anyone needed...

Jan 18, 2026

Dorothy Ann Fountain (Bowers), 90, passed away unexpectedly at the Lakes of Monclova on January 18th, 2026. She was born to Charles and Bertha (Smith) Bowers on March 24th, 1935 in Toledo, Ohio. Dorothy graduated from Burnham High School in Sylvania and spent her life as a loving wife to Martin (Joe) Fountain. They married August 1, 1959 and raised...

Jan 18, 2026

Michael Edward Carr, age 52, of Toledo, OH, passed away January 18, 2026. He was born March 1, 1973.

Michael is survived by his mother, Penny (Marty) Carr-Britton; sister, Kathy "Beano" Carr Naylor; nephew and niece, Theo and Mychal "Turbo" Naylor; and uncle, Bill "Red" Carr. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Carr; sister, Peggy Carr; and...