Nellie Jean "Jean" Ziegler
May 10, 2026
Nellie Jean "Jean" Gares Ziegler, 90, of Defiance peacefully passed away on May 10, 2026, at Kingsbury Place in Defiance surrounded by her loved ones.
Jean was born May 31, 1935, in Tiffin Township to Herbert Rethmel Gares and Elsie Gladys (Smith) Gares. She was a graduate of Stryker High School. After High School she worked for the Defiance County Probate...
Carolyn Ann Franke
May 10, 2026
Carolyn A. Franke, age 77 of Montpelier, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Fountain Park Assisted Care Facility in Bryan, Ohio.
She was born in Berea, Kentucky on February 18, 1949 to the late Ike Thomas and Bessie Pearl (Griffin) McCollum. Carolyn was a graduate of School of the Deaf in Columbus, Ohio. She worked for several years...
Lora Ann Jones
May 7, 2026
Lora Ann Jones, age 58, of Paulding, Ohio passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 7th, 2026 at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.
She was born on May 6th, 1968 to the late Fred and Louise (Oberlin) White in Defiance, Ohio.
Lora is survived by her husband, Randy Jones of Paulding; her children, Kristy (Joe) Vielma of Paulding, Will Jones of Defiance, Scott (Miranda) Rhodes...
Edith H. Hendricks
May 7, 2026
Edith Helen (Dockery) Hendricks-a beloved mother, adoring granny and treasured friend, passed away on May 7, 2026 at Vancrest of Hicksville surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 12, 1946 in Kingsport, Tennessee to Charlie Cowden & Martha (Castle) Dockery. Edith grew up in Nickelsville, VA and graduated from Nickelsville High School in 1965.
Over her lifetime, Edith dedicated...
Joseph M. Garza
May 6, 2026
Joseph Morris "Joe" Garza, 77, of Cecil Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026 surrounded by family.
Joe was born on September 30, 1948, in Wauseon, Ohio, to Morris Garza of Schulenburg, Texas, and Felipa Garza of Nuevo Leon, Mexico, both of whom preceded him in death.
On September 2, 1967, Joe married the love of his life, Karen S. Garza...
Matthew P. Coressel
May 6, 2026
Matthew P. Coressel, age 60 of Defiance, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital.
He was born in Defiance on May 25, 1965 to the late James and Virginia (Miller) Coressel. Matt was a 1983 graduate of Tinora High School. On March 7, 1987 he married Stacy Hahn, who survives.
Matt worked as an Electrician for...
Rickie Gene Whatman
May 5, 2026
Rickie G. Whatman, 73, of Defiance, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Brookview Healthcare Center in Defiance after battling cancer.
He was born in Mansfield, Ohio on May 23, 1952, the son of the late Eugene and Patricia Whatman. Rickie was a member of Defiance Moose Lodge #2094. He worked at several different jobs over the years, most recently...
Peggy Ann McGladdery
May 2, 2026
Peggy Ann McGladdery, 76, of Defiance, Ohio passed away May 2, 2026 in her home. Peggy was born to Charles Sr and Juanita (Shirley) Clemins on March 3, 1950 in Hemphill, WV.
Peggy married the love of her life, Hansford McGladdery on September 13, 1975. The two of them shared a loving journey in life until Hansford was called home on...
William C. Krueger
Apr 29, 2026
William C. Krueger, 88, of Defiance, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at The Laurels of Defiance, surrounded by his family.
Born on March 15, 1938, in Napoleon, Ohio, to Paul and Laura (Mabus) Krueger, William was a man defined by quiet strength, unwavering faith, and lifelong dedication to both his family and his work. A 1955 graduate of...
Evelyn Mae Manahan
Apr 29, 2026
Evelyn Mae Manahan, age 98, of Defiance, Ohio passed away peacefully at the CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Defiance on August 11, 1927 to Albert and Clara (Busch) Mayer. She graduated from Defiance High School in 1946 and worked as a secretary in the school office...
Susan G. "Sue" Meine
Apr 29, 2026
Susan G. Meine, age 71 of Paulding, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Paulding Care Community.
She was born in Defiance, Ohio on August 12, 1954 to the late Marvin and Helen (Highland) Bunn.
Susan was a faithful member of Antwerp Global Methodist Church. She worked for several years at General Motors in Defiance. She was a very talented...
Charles G. "Chuck" Wonderly
Apr 27, 2026
Charles G. "Chuck" Wonderly, age 66 of Sherwood, Ohio, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026 at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.
He was born in Paulding, Ohio on October 27, 1959 to the late Kenneth "Dutch" and Madonna (Wilhelm) Wonderly. Chuck was a 1977 graduate of Fairview High School. On February 7, 1981 he married Marsha Meyer, who survives.
Chuck was a member...
Elizabeth Eleanor Martinez
Apr 27, 2026
Elizabeth E. Martinez, 86, of Napoleon, Ohio, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026 at Henry County Hospital in Napoleon.
She was born in Leipsic, Ohio on August 26, 1939 to the late Glen and Agnes (Carver) Combs. She was married to Jose Martinez who preceded her in death.
Elizabeth was a member of Harvest Fellowship Church in Hamler, Ohio. She worked...
Kim E. Meek
Apr 27, 2026
Kim E. Meek, age 69 of Defiance, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Monday morning, April 27, 2026 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center.
She was born in Defiance on August 9, 1956 to the late Nelson and Virginia (Weisenberger) Burill. Kim was a 1974 graduate of Defiance High School and a member of the Defiance High...
Neil A. Knoll
Apr 26, 2026
Neil Allen Knoll, 84, of Defiance, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026 with his family by his side after a courageous fight with cancer.
He was born on July 2, 1941 to Daniel and Ruth (Martin) Knoll in Defiance. He spent all his life in Defiance where he met his wife, Joyce Schuette at Toot & Tell Restaurant. They were...
Laura A. Bosh
Apr 26, 2026
Laura A. Bosh, 95, of Defiance, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
She was born on March 20, 1931 to the late Frank and Myrta (Adams) Grimes in Paulding County, Ohio. Laura attended Oakwood High School and graduated from Defiance College with a teaching degree in 1952. She met Jack Eugene Bosh at college and they were married December 21,...
Sara L. Straley
Apr 25, 2026
Sara L. Straley, age 66 of Sandusky, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 25, 2026. She was born on February 17, 1960 in Van Wert, Ohio to James L. Straley and Karen (Keysor) Straley.
Sara graduated from Defiance High School in 1978 and was a graduate of Northwest Tech. She worked as an office manager. She enjoyed sports, especially following...
Dorothy M. Herr
Apr 25, 2026
Dorothy M. Herr, age 94 of Defiance, went to her home in Heaven on April 25, 2026, with family by her side. She was born on February 23, 1932 to the late John and Helen (McKellips) Trubey in Defiance. She was a 1950 graduate of Defiance High School. On September 26, 1953 she married the love of her life Bernard...
Kathy Ann Conley
Apr 24, 2026
Kathy Ann (Stuckey) Conley, 76, of Defiance, passed away surrounded by her family on April 24, 2026, at her home.
She was born on August 17, 1949, to John and Gloria (Hale) Stuckey in Defiance, Ohio. She was a 1968 graduate of Defiance High School. On September 27, 1969, she married Charles Conley, who survives.
Kathy was a faithful member of Family...
Clyde "Bud" W. Butler
Apr 23, 2026
Clyde W. "Bud" Butler, age 89 of Defiance, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born in Defiance on April 9, 1937 to the late Russell and Flora (Doyle) Butler. On September 9, 1960 he married Doris (Adkins) Butler who preceded him in death on May 11, 1976. On July 28, 1978 he married...
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