Arlyn Jayda Joy Mehring, age 15 of Defiance, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025 at home surrounded by her family.

She was born on August 6, 2009 to James and LeeAnn (Blair) Mehring in Cincinnati, Ohio. Arlyn was attending Good Samaritan School. She loved her family and enjoyed playing with her siblings, crawling around and making goofy noises. Arlyn was a beautiful girl and was special in every way. She will be sadly missed by her family.

Arlyn is survived by her loving mother LeeAnn Mehring, and her siblings, Kierstyn, Lelah, Kaden and Alex Mehring.

She was preceded in death by her father, James Mehring, grandparents, Mary and Victor Mehring, and grandfather, Ronald Back.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 28th, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Schaffer Funeral Home in Defiance. A Memorial Service will follow at 3:00 pm at the funeral home, with Pastor Kurt Mews officiating. Please dress casually and wear something pink for Arlyn.

Memorials are suggested to the family. Online condolences can be given at www.Schafferfh.com

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