Obituaries

Jan 20, 2025

Colonel Charles “Chuck” Conner, Jr., age 95, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 15, 1929, in Toledo to Charles and Dora (Hannenkath) Conner and later married his wife and guiding light, Charlotte (Izaguirre) Conner, who helped him through all things, especially in the military.

Jan 20, 2025

William Frank Valasek, age 85, passed away at home on January 20, 2025. Bill was born in Barberton, OH, to parents Stephen and Mary (Andris) Valasek on December 2, 1939. He served his country in the Marine Corps. and spent his career as a consultant for IT services.

Bill is survived by his wife of...

Jan 19, 2025

Roy Leonard Carter Jr. passed away peacefully, Sunday, January 19th at Ebeid Hospice with family at his side. Roy was born April 15, 1938, to Roy L Carter Sr. and Lucille (Lee) Carter in New Madrid, Missouri. He attended Sikeston High School where he played and excelled in baseball as a catcher. His baseball talent got him noticed by...

Jan 19, 2025

Wendy A. Cortez, 73, of Port Clinton, OH passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025 at Magruder Hospital in Port Clinton, OH. She was born on December 16, 1951 in Port Clinton, OH to Ralph and Audrey (Simon) Cornell. She attended both Oak Harbor High School and Port Clinton High School. On November 28, 1970 in Port Clinton, OH she...

Jan 19, 2025

Kurt Ehrhardt, 74, of Maumee, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 19, 2025. Kurt was born in Toledo, Ohio, on October 3, 1950, to his late parents, Richard and Sheila (Smith) Ehrhardt. He attended Start High School where he played shortstop for the varsity team, making it to the city finals in 1968. He briefly attended...

Jan 18, 2025

In Loving Memory of Dr. John Edwin Williams

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John Edwin Williams on January 18, 2025 at the age of 88. John Williams was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend who touched the lives of many with his kindness, wisdom,...

Jan 17, 2025

Adela Perales, 89, of Perrysburg, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, January 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Adela was born October 27, 1935, in Skidmore, Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ruben; son, Samuel Santibanez, Jr. and grandson, Samuel Santibanez, III.

Adela truly loved...

Jan 17, 2025

Joseph Edward Lawless passed away peacefully on January 17th at Hospice of Northwest Ohio.  He passed away on a Friday during happy hour with a smile on his face.

Joe grew up in Upper Arlington.  He received a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from The Ohio State University, where he met his wife of...

Jan 16, 2025

Jeffrey Vischer McFellin, age 75, of Toledo, passed away suddenly on January 16, 2025. At the time of his death, he was looking forward to spending time in the Cayman Islands with his sons, Matt and John and family.

A life-long resident of Toledo, Jeff graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in 1968. He developed...

Jan 15, 2025

As the sun rose over the sprawling mountains of the beautiful town of Vilters, Switzerland on 3-15-48, Katherine Dora Zimmermann was born to Benedict and Bertha Zimmermann. She lived a beautiful life, taking her from Switzerland, to Marshfield, Wisconsin, and eventually landing in Swanton, Ohio where she raised her three children. Her journey ended on 1-15-25 after a life...

Jan 14, 2025

Frans C. Bentlage of Oak Harbor, passed away peacefully at his home on January 14, 2025. He was born on February 3, 1950 in Eindhoven, Netherlands to Petrus and Elizabeth (Spaninks) Bentlage. The family moved to the United States in 1956, and settled in Grove City, Pa.

Frans graduated from Grove City High School in...

Jan 14, 2025

Ronald D. Keller, 90, of Marblehead, Ohio, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at the Ohio Veterans Home, Sandusky, Ohio. Ron was the son of Dale and Ruth (Kirchberg) Keller, born in Clinton, Ohio on December 1, 1934. Ron enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp and served during the Korean War from 1954-1956.

Ron was a...

Jan 14, 2025

Jerry Scott Huskey, known to all as Scott, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at the age of 62. A lifelong resident of Port Clinton, Ohio, Scott was born on July 25, 1962, to Ronald and Jeanne (Fillmore) Huskey. He was a proud graduate of Port Clinton High School and dedicated much of his life to his...

Jan 14, 2025

Cindy R. Frost, 55, of Perrysburg, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 after a long illness. Cindy was born September 6, 1969 in Toledo, Ohio to Harold and Shirley (Beard) Frost.

Cindy worked for Perrysburg Schools for several years. She enjoyed spending time with her nieces and nephews, loved swimming and going to country...

Jan 13, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Stan Zbierajewski, of Maumee, Ohio. Stan left this world peacefully and in the comfort of his home on Monday, January 13, 2025, at the age of 71 years. The departure of our beloved husband, father, brother, Dziaj, and friend leaves an immense void for us...

Jan 13, 2025

Sara “Sally” Rose, our beloved mom, grandmother, and sister, passed away on January 13, 2025, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio.

Sally was born on March 7, 1942, in Beaver County, Pennsylvania to Hampton and Dorothy (Machin) Grant. She attended Beaver Area High School and participated in the marching band. It was there she met her...

Jan 12, 2025

Brian Moore 53, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away on January 12, 2025. He was born in Amherst, OH on March 26, 1971, to Billy and Vena (Eblin) Moore and was a proud graduate of the University of Toledo, earning a bachelor’s degree in history. Brian worked under many notable Ohio politicians in his early career, he also dedicated over...

Jan 12, 2025

Michael S. Petree, age 75, passed away on January 12, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Michael “Mike” was born on August 14, 1949, in North Toledo to the late Virgil and Lillian Petree. He spent his time playing sports, collecting...

Jan 12, 2025

Joanne S. Branco (Yurista) formerly of Port Clinton, Ohio went to be with her Savior and Lord on January 12, 2025. She was born June 7, 1944, to John and Anne Yurista of Port Clinton, Ohio. Joanne was a proud graduate of THE Port Clinton High School and a loyal member of Immaculate Conception Church and Our Lady Help...

Jan 11, 2025

"To know even one life breathed easier because she lived is to know she truly succeeded while here." -Anonymous

It is with tremendous sadness we share the unexpected loss of our beloved mother, Cathy Birr, on January 11th, 2025. Cathy was born February 24th, 1958 in Toledo, Ohio to Alice and Edward Bell....