Obituaries
William Raymond Krauss
Apr 22, 2025
William Raymond Krauss, age 93 of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, April 22, 2025, at Fairlawn Nursing Home in Archbold, surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 20, 1931 in Swanton, Ohio to Charles and Marie (Klorer) Krauss.
Bill attended Delta High School and was recently granted an honorary diploma. Bill served his country with honor in...
Ramona Virginia Schmitz
Apr 22, 2025
Ramona “Mona” Virginia Schmitz, age 92 of Lyons, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Ramona was known for her gentle spirit, warm heart, and deep love for her family.
Born on October 22, 1932, to Laura (Schwamberger) and Wilfred Simon, Ramona was raised in Assumption, Ohio and...
Pablo "Paul" Ramirez
Apr 19, 2025
Pablo “Paul” Ramirez, affectionally known as the “General,” 99 passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025 at his home in Swanton, Ohio. He was born on July 13, 1925 in Houston, Texas to Gilbert Ramirez and Inez Martinez. He served in the Navy and was a proud World War II Veteran. Paul was a member of the American Legion and...
Robert "Bob" Aleshire
Apr 18, 2025
Robert “Bob” Aleshire, age 69, of Delta, passed away peacefully Friday, April 18, 2025 at the Ohio State University Medical Center. He was the son of Antonio Sr. and Isabel (Tagle) Gonzalez born on June 8, 1955 in Hidalgo, Texas. Bob worked as a truck driver throughout his career, something he loved and was very passionate about. He was a...
Donna J. Long
Apr 18, 2025
Donna J. Long, age 82, of Maumee, Ohio, died Friday morning, April 18, 2025 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg.
Services for Donna are pending at this time.
David Lynn Prentiss
Apr 17, 2025
David Lynn Prentiss, age 81, of Delta, Ohio passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, April 17, 2025 at CHP Hospice in Defiance, Ohio. David was born May 25, 1943 in Wauseon, Ohio to Robert Lyle and Hazel Eleanor McArthur) Prentiss. After graduating from Delta High School in 1961, Dave attended The Ohio State University. Dave later enlisted in the United...
Carol Louise Miller
Apr 17, 2025
Carol Louise Miller, age 86, a beacon of faith and a tapestry of talents, left this earthly world Thursday morning, April 17, 2025, at her home in Swanton, Ohio, surrounded by the love of her family. Carol was born February 7, 1939, in Toledo, Ohio to Harvey Alford and Winifred (Munn) Ward. Carol dedicated her life to education, artistry, and...
Gerard "Gary" Anthony Hallett
Apr 15, 2025
Gerard "Gary" Anthony Hallett, age 88, a dedicated family man and respected member of the community, passed away Tuesday afternoon, April 15, 2025, at his home in Swanton, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 31, 1936 to Lawrence and Louise (Poss) Hallett, Gary was a lifelong resident of Swanton, where he made a significant impact both personally...
Raymond Edward Hunt
Apr 15, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond (Ray) Edward Hunt, 84, of Liberty Center, Ohio. Ray died at his home in the early morning hours of April 15, 2025, where he spent his final days surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Faye (Tippin) Hunt, sister Delores Robert, daughters...
Florence L. Salsberry
Apr 6, 2025
Florence L. Salsberry, age 104, of Delta, Ohio, a hardworking farmwife, devoted homemaker and nurturing figure to many, passed away peacefully in her home, Sunday morning, April 6, 2025. She was born March 18, 1921, on the same farm where she breathed her last in rural Delta, Ohio to George and Laura (Davis) Johnson.
As a devoted mother, Florence's greatest pride...
Franklin Dale Graven
Apr 5, 2025
Franklin Dale Graven, age 68, of Delta, Ohio, passed away Saturday afternoon, April 5, 2025 at Fulton County Health Center. Franklin was born February 23, 1957 in Toledo, Ohio to John and Frances (Cole) Graven.
Franklin worked for Waterville Irrigation for the past 20 years. His pride and joy was his 1957 Chevy. Franklin also enjoyed telling stories and fishing. Most...
Christine R. Souslin
Apr 1, 2025
Christine R. Souslin, age 75, of Swanton, Ohio passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, April 1, 2025 at Spring Meadows Care Facility in Holland, Ohio. She was born on May 14, 1949 to Robert and Laura (Rose-Wymer) Topel.
Christine graduated from Swanton High School and went on to graduate from Bowling Green State University earning her degree in Education. She taught for Gorham...
Kenneth Harold Miller
Apr 1, 2025
Kenneth Harold Miller, age 82, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, April 1, 2025, at his home in Swanton, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family. Ken was born August 14, 1942 in Metamora, Ohio to Jerome and Beatrice (Raab) Miller.
Ken graduated from St. Mary's School in Assumption. On November 6, 1965, he married his loving and devoted wife, Mary Jo Weis....
Jeffery S. Brown
Mar 30, 2025
Jeffery S. Brown, age 60, of Delta, Ohio, a vibrant spirit and devoted family man, left this world unexpectedly too soon in his home of natural causes, Sunday afternoon, March 30, 2025. Born October 21, 1964, in Toledo, Ohio to Edward and Helen (Kelb), Jeff was the embodiment of joy, a life force that illuminated every room he entered.
As a...
Carolyn Cecilia Simon
Mar 30, 2025
Carolyn Cecilia Simon, a devoted homemaker and cherished mother, grandmother and sister, passed away Sunday morning, March 30, 2025, at her home in the loving care of her family. Born on December 27, 1941, in Adrian, Michigan, to Norbert Joseph and Mary Cecilia (Ford) Marquis, Carolyn lived a life dedicated to her faith and family, embodying the virtues of love,...
Mary Jane Bergeon
Mar 25, 2025
Mary Jane Bergeon, 81, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Born in Toledo, Ohio on April 17, 1943, Mary was the daughter of Frank and Sophie (Tkaczyk) Smigelski. She graduated from Anthony Wayne High School in 1961 and later worked at Campbell Soup Company before becoming a dedicated homemaker.
Mary relocated to Cumming,...
Bernard Ferdinand Kitzman
Mar 14, 2025
Bernard Ferdinand Kitzman, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, died Friday morning, March 14, 2025, at the age of 85, at Thedacare Regional Medical Center in Neenah, Wisconsin, following a recent fall. Born on May 5, 1939, in Iola, Wisconsin to Ferdinand and Elizabeth (Schliewe), Bernard's journey through life was marked by a deep commitment to his family and his...
Dale E. Thatcher
Mar 14, 2025
Dale E. Thatcher, age 79, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Swanton, Ohio, Friday morning, March 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Dale was born on February 20, 1946, in Wauseon, Ohio, to Gerald (Bill) and Mabel (Osterhout) Thatcher.
Dale attended Delta High School through his sophomore year and graduated...
Cynthia S. Agosti-Syrek
Mar 11, 2025
Cynthia S. Agosti-Syrek, age 62, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away at her home Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Cynthia was born August 23, 1962 in Toledo, Ohio to Virgil R. and Mary M. (Wink) Agosti.
Cyndi loved traveling, especially beach destinations. She was an avid reader as well as an Ohio State Buckeye fan. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with...
Ruth D. Thomas
Mar 9, 2025
Ruth D. Thomas, age 84 of Delta, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Elizabeth Scott Community in Maumee, Ohio. She was born November 18, 1940 in Toledo Ohio to Ruth (Magrum) and Joseph Laberdie. She married John ‘Luke’ Thomas on May 29, 1965. He preceded her in death on November 15, 2007.
Ruth is survived by her children Julie...
