Connie Marie Gerdeman
Nov 6, 2026
Constance "Connie" Marie (Macke) Gerdeman, age 91, of Defiance, Ohio, was gently taken into the arms of her precious Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, November 6, 2026 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center, surrounded by her loving children.
Connie is survived by her seven children: Diana (Paul) Bauer, David (Denise) Gerdeman, John Gerdeman, Michael (Kelly) Gerdeman, Dennis (Dianne) Gerdeman, Christopher...
Mary Elva Wetli
Nov 5, 2026
Mary Elva Wetli, age 79, of Defiance, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio.
She was born January 10, 1947, in Corbin, Kentucky, the daughter of Frances (Wilburn) Littrell and Henry Boyd Littrell. She moved to Hillsdale, Michigan in 1968 after receiving a bachelor's degree in vocational home economics at the University...
David Lulfs
Nov 5, 2026
David Lulfs, 77, of Defiance, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, Ohio.
He was born on March 4, 1949 to Ellroy and Bernita (Brandt) Lulfs in Defiance, Ohio. He was a 1967 graduate of Defiance High School, and was an honor graduate of International Junior College and earned his Associate's Degree...
Richard A. Bauserman
Nov 4, 2026
Richard A. Bauserman, age 96, of Defiance, peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center.
He was born on November 13, 1929 to Jessie and Vera (Hupp) Bauserman in Zanesville, Ohio. Richard proudly served in the United States Army from 1948 to 1950. On December 24, 1948...
Janice Marie Schroeder
Nov 4, 2026
Janice M. (Snavley) Schroeder, age 88, of Defiance, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Mercy Hospital of Defiance.
She was born on October 12, 1938 to the late Doyle and Doris (Font) Snavley in Grover Hill, Ohio. She was the second born of seven children and was a 1957 graduate of Paulding High School. She met the love of...
Chaz C. L. Waisner
Nov 3, 2026
Chaz Charles Lincoln Waisner, age 35, of Dublin, Ohio, formerly of Defiance, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
He was born in Defiance, Ohio on August 7, 1991 to Chad and Tammy (Gray) Waisner. Chaz was a graduate of Ayersville High School and earned his Bachelor's degree in Science and Education from Bowling Green State University.
Chaz attended and was...
Natarra Rae Grimes
Nov 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of Natarra Rae Grimes, 33, of Defiance, Ohio. She was born on June 28, 1993, in Lima, Ohio. She passed away on November 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, following her battle with cancer.
Natarra was born to Daniel and Gail Grimes and was the youngest of three children. She is survived by her older brother, Joshua...
Dale Lawrence Sandleben
Nov 2, 2026
Dale Lawrence Sandleben, 66, passed away on November 2, 2026, at NorthCrest Nursing Center in Napoleon, Ohio, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born February 11, 1960, Dale was the son of Daniel Sandleben and Vonita Mantell.
Throughout his life, Dale built a legacy defined by service, dedication, laughter, and, above all, an unwavering willingness to be there for the people...
Peter Arthur LaVerdiere
Nov 1, 2026
Peter Arthur LaVerdiere, 85, of Defiance, son of Arthur and Marcinette (Lessard) LaVerdiere, beloved husband, father, brother, cousin, and friend died peacefully in his sleep.
Big Pete was a presence in his community from the moment he went to work at his father’s drug store at the age of 8. The work ethic he learned there helped him to become a...
Cheryl Stripe
Oct 31, 2026
Cheryl D. Stripe, 65, of Defiance, Ohio, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, October 31, 2026, at CHP Defiance Inpatient Hospice Center.
Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Cheryl leaves behind her husband of 46 years, Martin “Kelly” Stripe, Defiance; son James Stripe (Sonya), of Findlay and daughter Samantha Tiffany (Alexander), of Wauseon, and four grandchildren: Donovan, Dexter, Penelope...
Madaline Wagner
Oct 30, 2026
Madaline Jean Wagner, age 78, of Defiance, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, October 30, 2026 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center.
She was born in Defiance, Ohio on November 21, 1947 to the late Richard and Hallie (Amling) Shaw. On January 25, 1969 she married Larry Wagner who preceded her in death on January 12, 2011.
Madaline...
Jean Kline
Oct 30, 2026
Jean Kline, age 98, of Defiance, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 30, 2026 at Steel Health & Rehabilitation in Defiance, Ohio.
She was born on January 7, 1928 to the late O.A. and Florence (Rath) Speiser in Defiance County, Ohio. On April 16, 1946 she married Marion F. Kline, who preceded her in death on November 12, 2004.
Jean was a...
Rene Rodriguez Sr.
Oct 30, 2026
Rene Rodriguez Sr., age 57, of Defiance, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 30, 2026.
He was born on May 24, 1969 to Israel and Norma (Montoya) Rodriguez in Paulding, Ohio. Rene attended Four County Career Center and was a 1989 graduate of Defiance High School. He worked for over 30 years at Johns Manville in Defiance. Rene was an avid...
James Snyder
Oct 29, 2026
James Lee Snyder, 84, of Defiance, passed away with his family by his side on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at his home in Defiance.
He was born on October 19, 1942 to the late Carl and Mary (Buschur) Snyder in Piqua, Ohio, and was a graduate of Celina High School. On January 27, 1962 he married Connie Smelser, who preceded him...
Cletus Miller
Oct 29, 2026
Cletus Miller, age 63 of Defiance, peacefully passed away with his wife by his side on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center.
He was born in Defiance on June 28, 1963 to the late Donald and Jane (Swary) Miller. Cletus was a 1981 graduate of Defiance High School and earned his Associate Degree from Hocking Hills...
Barbara Jean "BJ" Noble
Oct 28, 2026
Barbara Jean "B.J." Noble, age 71, of Defiance, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
She was born on November 4, 1954 to the late Paul and Betty (Burton) Manning in Springfield, Ohio. B.J. treasured her time spent with her family. She enjoyed playing pool, and watching football and baseball. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
B.J. is...
Robert "Bob" Rohn
Oct 26, 2026
Robert “Bob” Rohn was the most warmhearted man with the “fieryest” personality was welcomed with open arms into Heaven. He walked on the golden streets on October 26, 2026, with a straight back and free of pain where he will rest where God knows his name.
He was born to Harvey and Ruth (Greene) Rohn on March 24, 1941, in Bellefontaine,...
Donald L. Steele
Oct 24, 2026
Donald Leon Steele, age 88, of Defiance, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Legacy Living of Defiance.
He was born in Napoleon, Ohio on January 6, 1938 to the late Claris "Bob" and Dorothy (Boyd) Steele and was a 1955 graduate of Napoleon High School. Don proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1955 to 1958. On November 30,...
Sheron M. Lee
Oct 23, 2026
Sheron Mae Lee (Peck), 87, Defiance, passed away October 23, 2026, at Trustwell Living at Kingsbury Place in Defiance.
She was born September 4, 1939, in Defiance, Ohio. On September 14, 1958, she married Jack Lee (deceased 2021) and shared 62 years of marriage.
Sheron was an active and faithful member of the First Presbyterian Church in Defiance, sang in the choir,...
Edward A. Hohenbrink
Oct 22, 2026
Edward Albert Hohenbrink, age 85, of Defiance, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday morning, October 22, 2026 at The Meadows of Ottawa in Ottawa, Ohio.
He was born on December 5, 1940, in Fostoria, Ohio to the late Norbert and Eileen (Giesige) Hohenbrink. Ed was a graduate of Defiance High School and continued his studies at Defiance...
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