Obituaries

Jan 29, 2023

Joann K. (Rettig) Schroeder, 86, of Napoleon, Ohio, passed away peacefully at CHP Hospice Center of Defiance on Sunday morning, January 29, 2023. She was born on April 12, 1936, to the late William and Maggie (Huber) Rettig in Holgate, Ohio. She grew up on the family farm, five miles outside of Holgate on Route 108.  After completing high...

Jan 26, 2023

Rollie J. Prowant, age 80, formerly of Ayersville, passed away on  Thursday, January 26, 2023 at the Park View Care Center in Edgerton, Ohio.

He was born on January 20, 1943 to Galen and Thelma (Leatherman) Prowant in Putnam County, Ohio.  Rollie worked for General Motors in Defiance.

Rollie loved cars and like to add...

Jan 26, 2023

Lucille Marie Erbskorn, age 96 of Defiance, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at The Laurels of Defiance. She was born on October 27, 1926 to the late George and Annette (Nagel) Schliesser in Defiance, Ohio. In 1948 she married Delbert Erbskorn, who preceded her in death in 1993. Lucille was a devoted wife to her husband,...

Jan 26, 2023

There's a little less magic in the world today. Timothy Hutchinson was born July 10, 1951 and lived most of his life in Defiance, Ohio, a community he loved and in which he formed many deep connections. He participated in community life through serving on the board of the Public Library and the Tuttle Museum and as a member...

Jan 20, 2023

Mary Jane Ellison, 79, of Defiance, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday morning, January 20, 2023. She was born on January 30, 1943 to the late Wilbur and Kathryn (Feeney) Baldwin in Defiance, Ohio. On September 19, 1964 she married Horace W. "Bill" Ellison Jr., who preceded her in death on August 15, 2020....

Jan 20, 2023

Anna M. Marchant, age 82 of Defiance, peacefully passed away on Friday morning, January 20, 2023 at VanCrest Healthcare Center of Holgate. She was born on October 23, 1940 to the late Ira and Lorinda (Retcher) Brink in Defiance, Ohio. She was a 1958 graduate of Holgate High School. On November 13, 1976 she married Charles Marchant, who preceded...

Jan 17, 2023

Doctor Marshall Edward Fry, age 75 of Defiance, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 6, 1947 to the late James and Lillian Fry in Strasburg, Virginia. Marshall graduated from Martinsburg High School in West Virginia, received his Bachelor's Degree from Washington Bible College, his Masters...

Jan 17, 2023

Holly A. (Hopper) Schultz, age 60 of Defiance, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at Glenn Park of Defiance. She was born on September 11, 1962 to James and Mary Ellen (Krutsch) Hopper in Sarasota, Florida. On May 17, 1985 she married David Schultz, who survives.

Holly was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. She...

Jan 16, 2023

James D. Yeager, age 83 of Defiance, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 16, 2023 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center. He was born on November 26, 1939 to the late Harold and Hazel (Schmitt) Yeager in Defiance, Ohio. On November 5, 1966 he married Yvonne (Fickel) Yeager, who resides in Defiance. James was a member of St....

Jan 16, 2023

Samuel Ray Ankney, age 60 of Continental, Ohio, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023 at his residence. He was born on May 24, 1962 to the late Donald and Barbara (VanScooter) Ankney in Defiance, Ohio. Sam worked as a commercial painter and was a member of Painter's Union Local #867. He enjoyed woodworking, carving, drawing, puzzles, and being...

Jan 16, 2023

John M. "Mike" Simon, age 76 of Defiance, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his family on Monday morning, January 16, 2023. He was born on March 17, 1946 to the late Walter and Helen (Patterson) Simon in Toledo, Ohio. Mike was a 1964 graduate of Oakwood High School. On November 26, 1964 he married Sandy (Seither) Simon...

Jan 15, 2023

Donna L. Bond, 64, of Continental, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, Ohio. She was born on January 28, 1958 to the late Kenneth and Sarah (Smith) Wilson in Fairview, Ohio. Donna lived in N. Ridgeville, Ohio until 2013 before moving to Continental. She worked KMI Manufacturing in Kalida, Ohio...

Jan 12, 2023

Jamie Lynn Hazelton, 43, of Defiance, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio. She was born on May 22, 1979 to Darrell and Elaine (Lingvai) Tygart in Westminster, Colorado.  Jamie was proud of the fact both her parents were retired law enforcement officers.  She graduated from Aravada West High School,...

Jan 12, 2023

Wayne H. Myers Jr., age 82 of Defiance, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio. He was born on July 17, 1940 to the late Nina Mae and Wayne H. Myers Sr. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. On October 23, 1987 he married Patsy (Burdue) Myers who survives. Wayne proudly served...

Jan 11, 2023

John Thomas "Tommy" Klima, 83, of Defiance, passed away on Wednesday January 11, 2023 at St. Luke's Hospital in Maumee, Ohio. He was born in Defiance on May 31, 1939 to Walter and Lucille (Daft) Klima. Tommy enjoyed bike riding, talking with people, and spending time outdoors. Tommy is survived by his brother, Paul Klima, and two nephews Craig...

Jan 11, 2023

Deanna M. Peio, age 85 of Defiance, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Mercy Defiance Hospital. She was born on December 30, 1937 to the late Kenneth and Grace Wright in Toledo, Ohio. She was a 1955 graduate of DeVilbiss High School and attended college. On November 1, 1958 she married Howard F. Peio, who preceded her...

Jan 10, 2023

Audrey E. Roth, age 67 of Defiance, passed away on Tuesday morning, January 10, 2023 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio. She was born on June 5, 1955 to Paul and Grace (Farris) Smith in Defiance, Ohio. Audrey was a 1973 graduate of Continental High School. On August 4, 1973 she married David A. Roth at...

Jan 10, 2023

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, taken from this world too soon. Paul Peter Christopher Frank Sr., 68, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, January 10, 2023. His family and friends are deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden passing. Born on November 16, 1954, to Stephen and Theresa Frank, Paul was raised on a small family farm in Defiance, OH. After...

Jan 10, 2023

Bonnie Jean (Wolf) (Lammon) Shaw was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at The Meadows of Ottawa, following a lengthy illness with Alzheimer's Disease. She was born June 14, 1934 in Tedrow, Ohio to Frederick H. J. and Edna (Snow) Wolf, who preceded her in death.

Bonnie was a life-long bookkeeper,...

Jan 9, 2023

April Ann Deyarmond, 49, of Montpelier, Ohio, gained her Heavenly Home on Monday, January 9, 2023 at ProMedica Toledo Hospital. She was born on February 15, 1973 to Francis and Antha (Cline) Alexander in Defiance, Ohio. April was a loving and caring wife, daughter, mother and grandmother. She loved and adored her children and grandchildren, they meant the world...