Obituaries

Francis "Frank" J. Lendecker

Francis "Frank" J. Lendecker

Jan 3, 2025

Francis "Frank" J. Lendecker, 85, of Maumee, Ohio, fell asleep in death on Friday, January 3, 2025 after enduring a long battle with cancer with great courage and patience.

Frank’s life was defined by service and hard work. He served in the U.S. Navy for four and a half years and soon after he joined the Toledo Fire Department, where he...

Charles "Charlie" Raymond Mika

Charles "Charlie" Raymond Mika

Dec 30, 2024

Charles “Charlie” Mika, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 30 at Flower Hospital in Sylvania, OH, after suffering brief complications from pneumonia. He was surrounded by family as he departed his life on earth.

Charlie considered himself to be a lucky man who was blessed with a good life. He was born in Lyons, OH, to Czech immigrants Frank and Anna...

Richard A. Notestine

Richard A. Notestine

Dec 26, 2024

Richard A. "Dick" Notestine, age 88, a cherished father, grandfather, and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully at his home in Swanton, Thursday evening, December 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 8, 1936, in Lindsey, Ohio to Warden and Rachel (Travis) Notestine, Dick led a life marked by commitment to family, dedication to his career, and...

David Lee Wysong, Jr.

David Lee Wysong, Jr.

Dec 24, 2024

David Lee Wysong Jr. passed away peacefully at home, December 24th, 2024 at the age of 68. He was born on March 27th, 1956, in Toledo, Ohio to David L Wysong Sr. and Virginia (Lenhart) Wysong. Dave married Coy (Roop) Wysong on June 11, 1985. 

Dave attended St. Elizabeth’s School in Richfield Center, Ohio, Metamora Middle School and St. John’s Jesuit...

Paul L. Kreuz

Paul L. Kreuz

Dec 23, 2024

Paul Kreuz, 91, passed away peacefully at his Elm Street home in Swanton on December 23. He was the elder of two sons of Lawrence and Leona (Meiring) Kreuz. He grew up on his family’s farm in Harding Township and attended the Immaculate Conception School and Swanton High School, graduating in 1951. He worked at Brick’s Greenhouse and in construction...

Joycemarie Brick

Joycemarie Brick

Dec 20, 2024

Joycemarie Brick, age 85, of Swanton, Ohio, was born May 10, 1939 in Toledo, Ohio to Cyril and Helen (Fauble) Brick. She entered into eternal life Friday morning, December 20, 2024, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo. She leaves behind a legacy as a devoted farmer and bedding plant grower at the family business, C.J. Brick Greenhouse, where her...

Verda R. Wheating

Verda R. Wheating

Dec 19, 2024

Verda R. Wheating, age 86, of Swanton, Ohio, a cherished member of her family and community, departed this life Thursday afternoon, December 19, 2024, at the University of Toledo Medical Center. Born on July 26, 1938, in Toledo, Ohio, Verda lived a life rich in love, dedication, and service, leaving behind a legacy that will be fondly remembered by those...

Marvin Keith Ritenour

Marvin Keith Ritenour

Dec 19, 2024

Marvin Keith Ritenour, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep Thursday morning, December 19, 2024, at the age of 98. Born on April 19th, 1926, in Whitehouse, Ohio, Keith lived a full and meaningful life that touched the hearts of many.

A proud veteran of the United States Army, Keith served during World War...

Dennis Michael Walsh

Dennis Michael Walsh

Dec 19, 2024

Dennis Michael Walsh, age 74, of Swanton, Ohio, was born December 2, 1950, in Toledo, Ohio to Richard and Mary (Wimmer) Walsh. He entered into eternal life, Thursday morning, December 19, 2024, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center.

After high school, Dennis served in the Peace Corps and then spent 26 years as a director of group homes, making a profound...

Lois D. Ball

Lois D. Ball

Dec 19, 2024

Lois D. Ball, age 92, of Toledo, Ohio; formerly of Swanton, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024. Mrs. Ball was born on December 7, 1932, in Staten Island, New York, to Leonard Nielsen and Dagny Hermansen Nielsen.

Lois graduated from Nyack College. She was a member of Swanton Alliance Church for more than 60 years. She was involved in children’s ministry...

Charles E. Agsten

Charles E. Agsten

Dec 18, 2024

Charles E. Agsten, age 69, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away in his home of natural causes, Wednesday, December 18, 2024.

Services are pending at this time.

Robert Wayne Navarre

Robert Wayne Navarre

Dec 14, 2024

Robert Wayne Navarre, age 75, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his home, Saturday, December 14, 2024. He was born March 1, 1949 in Toledo, Ohio to Joseph D. and Eleanor H. (Butler) Navarre. Bob was a 1968 graduate of Swanton High School. On October 11, 1969 he married the love of his life, Virginia "Ginny"...

Ronald Jay "RJ" Rosene

Ronald Jay "RJ" Rosene

Dec 13, 2024

Ronald Jay “RJ” Rosene, age 85, of Swanton, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024 at Mercy Health – St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo. Ronald was a 20 year U.S. Navy Veteran having served during the Vietnam War, he retired in 1977. After his service he worked as a foreman for the former Textileather Company in Toledo for 24...

Robert Lee Silveous

Robert Lee Silveous

Dec 10, 2024

Robert L. Silveous, age 78, passed away Tuesday afternoon, December 10, 2024, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Sylvania. He was born August 17, 1946, in Rural Carey, Ohio, to Raymond and Minnie (Taft) Silveous, and lived a life filled with adventure and service to his country and community.  Bob married Marcia Kreuz on September 13, 1969, and she preceded...

Donna Whitcomb Helminiak

Donna Whitcomb Helminiak

Dec 9, 2024

Donna (Whitcomb) Helminiak, age 95, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home, Monday morning, December 9, 2024. She was born November 20, 1929 in Wauseon, Ohio to Herbert and Hazel (Smith) Whitcomb. 

Donna enjoyed cooking and was well known for her baking skills, especially her pies. She loved her many Chihuahua's. Donna also spent many winters in Florida with her...

William L. Birr

William L. Birr

Dec 7, 2024

William L. Birr (Bill), 62, Swanton, Ohio, has gone home to be with the Lord, succumbing to the symptoms of a rare disease called MSA on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Bill was born on August 7th, 1962 to William and Kathleen Birr. He grew up in Maumee, Ohio and was a graduate of Maumee High School and Owens Community College....

Susanne M. Dzyak

Susanne M. Dzyak

Dec 6, 2024

Susanne M. Dzyak, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, entered into eternal life, Friday morning, December 6, 2024, under the care of Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. Sue was born September 6, 1941, in Brookville, Pennsylvania. She lived a life dedicated to family and nursing, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege to know...

Cheyanne Marie Piasecki

Cheyanne Marie Piasecki

Dec 4, 2024

Cheyanne Marie Piasecki, age 27, of Toledo, Ohio, born September 8th, 1997, passed unexpectedly at home with her unborn son Kameron Leon Wayne Schmidlin, Wednesday morning, December 4th 2024. Cheyanne is survived by her fiancé Eric Schmidlin, her sons Jayce DuQuette and Konnor Schmidlin, her daughter Skyler Schmidlin, her mother Jennifer Piasecki, father Bret Piasecki, brother Dylan Cole, brother Ethan...

James Richard Pant

James Richard Pant

Dec 3, 2024

James Richard Pant, age 50 of Holly, Michigan, passed away suddenly of a massive heart attack, Tuesday morning, December 3, 2024, at McLaren Hospital - Oakland in Pontiac, Michigan. He was a beloved son, father, and a cherished friend, leaving a profound impact on all who knew him.

James was born December 15, 1973 in Toledo, Ohio to James Robert, Jr....

David L. Roe

David L. Roe

Dec 1, 2024

David L. Roe, age 54, of Delta, Ohio, a devoted husband and father, passed away unexpectedly Sunday evening December 1, 2024. David was born on August 31, 1970, Morenci, Michigan to David Roe and Bonnie (Rinehart) Miller.

For nearly 20 years, Dave worked at Haas Door Company in Wauseon. His reputation as a jack of all trades was well-earned; he possessed...

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