Obituaries

Apr 7, 2026

Miguel V. Hernandez Sr., age 92, of Defiance, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at his residence. He was born in Weslaco, Texas on July 5, 1933 to the late Amador and Sabastiana (Vasquez) Hernandez. On November 12, 1955 he married the love of his life, Beatriz Rodriguez, who survives. Miguel was a...

Apr 7, 2026

Larry Edward Breece, age 82 of Defiance, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at his home in Defiance. He was born in Hamler, Ohio on September 4, 1943 to the late Frederick and Emilie (Moehrmann) Breece. He was baptized September 21, 1943 at Peace Lutheran Church in Hamler and continued his journey of...

Apr 5, 2026

Kathleen Reeves, age 75 of Defiance, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2026 in her residence surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born March 21,1951 to Alfred and Gertrude (Goegelman) O'Neill. On June 8,1980 she married William Charles Reeves, who preceded her in death.

Kathleen graduated from Rutgers University with her Bachelor's and received...

Apr 5, 2026

Frances 'Frannie" Ague, age 84 of Sherwood, Ohio, passed into her Savior's arms on Sunday, April 5, 2026 (Easter Sunday). She was born on September 25, 1941 to Earl Clyde Sutter Sr. and Charlotte Isabel (Stoner) Sutter in New Castle, PA. On September 16, 1960 she married John L. Ague, who preceded her in death in 2011.

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Apr 4, 2026

Margaret Rose Cox (née Morelli), 77, of Defiance, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4th, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Janet Morelli of Youngstown, Ohio.

Margaret leaves behind her husband of 48 years, Alan Cox, her two children, Jennifer (Sean) Griewahn and Shawn (Megan) Gettan, as well as...

Apr 4, 2026

Deloris "Dee" Louise Hofacker, age 91 of Defiance, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026 in her home with her family by her side. She was born in Defiance on November 21, 1934 to the late Walter and Daisy (Spencer) Froelich. Dee was a 1952 graduate of Defiance High School. On December 31, 1954 she married Luther Hofacker...

Apr 2, 2026

Margery Louise Weber, 90, formerly of Defiance, passed away on  Thursday, April 2, 2026 at St. Clare Commons in Perrysburg, OH. She was born on March 25, 1936 to Lauren and Mary (Douglas) Ross in Lorain OH. On August 22, 1959 she married John C. "Tyke" Weber, whom survives. Margery was a 1954 graduate of Defiance High School and...

Apr 1, 2026

Jon Joseph Hornish, 60, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, in Defiance, Ohio. Born in Bryan, Ohio, on June 26, 1965, Jon moved through the world with warmth, heart, and a deeply artistic spirit.

A 1983 graduate of Defiance Senior High School and a 1990 graduate of Bowling Green State University with a Master's degree. Throughout his life, he remained...

Apr 1, 2026

Janet Marie Silvestri, a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend to many, passed away on April 1st, 2026, in hospice care in Defiance, Ohio with her daughters at her side. To know Janet was to know kindness, she moved through life with a quiet selflessness, always putting others before herself, and leaving a lasting impression on everyone...

Apr 1, 2026

Gary D. Bergman, 81, of New Bavaria Ohio, passed away on April 1st 2026 at a private residence.

Gary was born on October 5th, 1944 to Alva and Addie (Hasch) Bergman in Defiance, Ohio. He graduated from Fairview High School in 1963, and married Juanita Norrick in 1965. They were divorced and she now lives in Ft....

Mar 31, 2026

Edward L. Kenning, a man of steady routine, quiet loyalty, and a love for his family and friends, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026. A native of Defiance, OH, Ed spent the last 30 years making his home in Napoleon, OH, with his longtime companion, Phyllis Bischoff. He lived a life defined by service to his country, dedication to...

Mar 31, 2026

Mary M. Weber, affectionately known as "Marnie" passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center.

She was born in Defiance, Ohio on December 11, 1930 to the late Louis and Cleopha (Bernhardt) Ducatt. Marnie graduated as Valedictorian from Defiance High School in 1948. On September 16, 1950 she married Albert A. Weber,...

Mar 30, 2026

Eldene Mary Lieb, 90, entered into the eternal presence of her Lord on March 30, 2026 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center.

Born on October 12, 1935 and raised in Holgate, Ohio, she was the daughter of Don and Irene (Ashbacher) Ricker. Her degree as a registered nurse was earned from the Toledo Hospital School of...

Mar 30, 2026

Dr. Coit Arthur Black Jr., age 75 of Defiance, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Brookview Healthcare Center in Defiance, Ohio. He was born in Defiance on January 29, 1951 to the late Coit and Datey (Shindler) Black Sr. Coit graduated from Florida Central Academy and proudly earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of...

Mar 30, 2026

Barbara Ann Dockery, 89, of Defiance, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, March 30, 2026 at The Laurels of Defiance.

She was born in Defiance, Ohio on August 31, 1936 to the late Lester and Jeanetta (Feeney) Schlegel. In 1963 she married Denver Miller who passed away in 1969. On September 24, 1974...

Mar 30, 2026

Frank L. Bartoe III, age 74 of New Bavaria, Ohio, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, March 30, 2026 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center. He was born in Toledo, Ohio on August 15, 1951 to the late Doris (Wood) and Frank L.Bartoe II. On May 18, 1971 he married Tina Bolden, who survives. Frank worked...

Mar 29, 2026

Patricia Gail Nafziger, age 72 of Bryan, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born in Sprague, West Virginia on July 3, 1953 to the late Homer and Hilda (Whaling) Bailey. In 1985 Patricia proudly earned her Associate's degree from Northwest State...

Mar 28, 2026

Known for her warm smile, full cookie tins, and love of her family and friends, Betty Jane (Dirr) Andrews completed her 101 year journey with grace, on March 28, 2026.

Betty attributed her longevity to having a great family, beginning with her parents, Ruth and Robert Dirr. As their only child, born on February 15, 1925, Betty...

Mar 27, 2026

Bonnie L. (Fidler) Brewer passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.

She was born in Defiance, Ohio on September 3, 1957 to the late John R. and Elizabeth (Grimm) Fidler. She was one of the first triplets born in Defiance. In 1978 she married Mark A. "Pete" Weisgerber, who passed away in 2005....

Mar 27, 2026

Dolores (Louys) Ryan of Defiance, Ohio passed away Friday March 27, 2026 at the Laurels in Defiance.

She was born on September 13, 1928 to G.J.P. Louys and Florence (Plas) Louys. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. On August 29, 1949, Dolores married Daniel James Ryan.

Dolores graduated from Defiance High School...