Paul Mark Bass
Jun 29, 2026
Paul Bass, age 59, passed away on June 29, 2026. Born on March 21, 1967, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Paul and Jennie Bass. He graduated from Macomber-Whitney Vocational School and later pursued nursing studies at The University of Toledo, reflecting his lifelong desire to learn and serve others.
Paul proudly served his country in the United States Navy for four...
Robert Ryan
Oct 23, 2025
Robert "Rob" P. Ryan
March 24, 1954 - October 23, 2025
Robert Philip Ryan of Rossford died suddenly on October 23, 2025. A classic jack of all trades, he was a master of heating and air conditioning. Rob provided HVAC installation and service for many individuals, businesses, and organizations throughout the area, including All Saints Catholic Parish in Rossford, where...
Mary Alice Powell
Jul 30, 2026
Mary Alice Powell, The Blade's first food editor, who contributed to the Toledo paper for 73 years, guiding home cooks and restaurant diners alike, died Thursday in her Grand Rapids, Ohio, home. She was 98.
She died of respiratory complications and other health issues, her caretaker Pat Berry said.
"She always took us on an adventure," Ms. Berry said. "She...
Jacqueline Marie Crone
Jul 29, 2026
Jacqueline Marie Crone, 65, of Oak Harbor, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.
She was born April 28, 1961, in Port Clinton, Ohio, to Kenneth C. and Nina S. (Harris) Crone. Jacqueline graduated from Port Clinton High School in 1980. For the past 18 years, she had worked as the kitchen manager at Wild Wings...
Ronald James Gecsi
Jul 28, 2026
Ronald James Gecsi passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family and friends, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ethel May Gecsi and William Gecsi. Ron is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Mary Ann Gecsi (Miller), his daughter, Wendy Goertz Adams (Jason Adams); his son, Rick Gecsi...
James Charles Woodward Jr.
Jul 28, 2026
James Charles Woodward, Jr., 88, of Maumee, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at The Lakes of Monclova. He was born July 30, 1937, in Sylvania, Ohio, to James Sr. and Bernice (Moebius) Woodward.
Jim married Dorothy Dunn on July 31, 1959. They shared 55 years of marriage before her passing on October 27, 2014. He worked as a civil...
Helen Irene Macleod
Jul 27, 2026
Helen Irene Macleod, age 84, of Maumee, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on July 27, 2026.
Born on November 21, 1941, in Derby, England, Helen was the daughter of Arthur and Grace (Turner) Walker. At the age of 15, Helen went to work for Elastic Yarns in Nottingham. She later worked as a Make-Up Sales Consultant for Jacobsons. Helen...
Edward Kevin Fuller
Jul 27, 2026
Edward Kevin "Scotty" Fuller, 77, of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home on July 27, 2026. Born on May 19, 1949, to Ralph and Madeline V. (Ellis) Fuller. On September 27, 1975, Scotty married the love of his life, Pamela Marie Stahl.
A 1967 graduate of Whitney Vocational High School, Scotty answered the call to serve his country...
Gerald Gene Ryan
Jul 26, 2026
Gerald "Jerry" Gene Ryan, Sr. was born on March 15, 1930 to Daniel J and Elsie M Ryan in Toledo, Ohio and passed peacefully at 96 years young on July 26, 2026. Preceded in death by his wife Joan Clarice (Mandery) Ryan, parents Daniel and Elsie, in-laws Helen and Rudy Mandery, brother Daniel J Jr., sister Patricia Wonser, brother-in-law Norman...
Mark S Tarolli
Jul 26, 2026
Mark S. Tarolli , born November 15, 1954, passed away on Sunday July 26, 2026 after battling many years of mental illness.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents Louis and Gloria Tarolli. He is survived by his sisters Janis (Michael) Kerul, Gail (Dave) Bertz and brothers Gary, Jerry (Natalie) and Roger (Shelly) Tarolli as well as numerous nieces...
Gerald Gene Ryan, Sr.
Jul 26, 2026
Gerald "Jerry" Gene Ryan, Sr. was born on March 15, 1930 to Daniel J and Elsie M Ryan in Toledo, Ohio and passed peacefully at 96 years young on July 26, 2026. Preceded in death by his wife Joan Clarice (Mandery) Ryan, parents Daniel and Elsie, in-laws Helen and Rudy Mandery, brother Daniel J Jr., sister Patricia Wonser, brother-in-law Norman...
Gene Lavern VanHoosear
Jul 25, 2026
Gene Lavern Van Hoosear, 69, of Maumee, Ohio, passed away on July 25, 2026. Born on February 28, 1957, in Coldwater, Michigan, Gene was a man who never met a stranger and who lived every single day with purpose, generosity, and a deep love for the people around him. Gene was raised on a farm and spent a lot of...
Gloria Streiffert
Jul 25, 2026
Gloria M. Streiffert
Gloria Streiffert passed away on July 25, 2026, at Ohio Living Swan Creek in Toledo, where she had resided since 2021. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Mary (Roffe) and Ennio "Daniel" Guazzaloca, she was very proud of her Italian heritage. She graduated from South Philadelphia High School for Girls. The first time she voted was for Franklin D....
Jay David Lutes
Jul 25, 2026
Jay D. Lutes, 59 of Northwood, Ohio, passed away peacefully, Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Mercy St. Vincent Medial Center, Toledo, Ohio. Jay was born in Toledo, Ohio on March 30, 1967, and graduated from Northwood High School, class of 1985. He married the love of his life, Diane Marie Cline, on January 17, 1995. Jay worked in steel manufacturing...
Mina F Rickard
Jul 23, 2026
Mina (Henz) Rickard, 95, of Toledo, passed away on July 23, 2026. She was born on March 6, 1931, in Ravolzhausen , Germany. It was in Germany that she met Charles Rickard while he was serving in the U.S. Army. They were married on January 29, 1953, and made their home in Toledo, Ohio, where they raised their son, Christopher....
Jacqueline Divine Keim
Jul 23, 2026
With hearts full of love and remembrance, we announce the peaceful passing of Jacqueline D. Keim on July 23, 2026. Born on January 20, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan, Jacqueline lived a life marked by love, laughter, and unwavering strength. She passed away at home, joining her beloved husband, Jerry Lee Keim (deceased Nov 2002), and dear son, Gregg Keim (Feb...
Brant Justin Lora
Jul 22, 2026
Brant J. Lora was born March 21, 1966 in Cherry Point, NC to Rosmarie & Dan Lora. Brant grew up in McComb, Ohio where he was a wrestler and proud member of McComb Panthers football including being part of the 1983 state football championship team.
Brant was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes fan and rarely missed a game. He took...
Iris C. Poure
Jul 22, 2026
Iris Colleen Poure, age 88, passed peacefully on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, after a brief illness. Iris was originally from Elkhart, Indiana and was the daughter of Ira (Steve), and Elizabeth (Betty) Kane.
Iris graduated from Ball State University with a bachelor's degree in education and taught elementary school and preschool music in her earlier years. Her real passion was...
Veda Ann Miller
Jul 21, 2026
Veda Francis Miller of Point Place, Rossford and Perrysburg, Ohio, beloved Mom, Gram, Aunt and friend to so many, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026.
Veda grew up in Point Place, and was a "firecracker baby", born on the 4th of July 1937. She attended Waite High School, graduating in 1955. While there, Veda founded the all-girls social club,...
Tina Marie Burtscher
Jul 19, 2026
Tina Marie Burtscher passed away suddenly on July 19, 2026, at her home in Toledo, Ohio.
Tina was born on June 6, 1964, in Toledo, Ohio, to John and Norma (Wueller) Burtscher. She attended Waite High School and later earned her GED. Tina spent many years working for Washington Local Schools, where she was a student favorite and made her...
