Obituaries

Obituaries

Gary "Bert" Lawrence Russell

Gary "Bert" Lawrence Russell

Jul 21, 2026

Gary "Bert" Russell, age 70, of Delta, peacefully passed away under hospice care at his home on Tuesday evening, July 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Wauseon, Ohio on November 8, 1955, to the late Eugene Russell and Eileen (Rayle) Russell. A 1974 graduate of Delta High School, Bert continued his education at...

Anthony "Tony" Joseph Aleo

Anthony "Tony" Joseph Aleo

Jul 18, 2026

Anthony “Tony” Aleo, age 65, of Delta, unexpectedly passed away early Saturday morning, July 18, 2026, at Fulton County Health Center in Wauseon. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, on November 3, 1960, to the late Nathan Aleo and Leona (Bessemi) Aleo. Tony built a successful career in sales, working as a self-employed businessman for many years. On September 2,...

Steven Michael Neitzke

Steven Michael Neitzke

Jul 13, 2026

Steven Michael Neitzke, age 67, of Swanton, peacefully passed away with his loving family by his side on Monday morning, July 13, 2026, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. A devoted companion, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, Steve will be remembered for his hardworking spirit, his love of family, and the countless memories he created with those he...

Dennis John Ford

Dennis John Ford

Jul 4, 2026

Dennis J. Ford, age 76, of Delta, Ohio, peacefully passed away at his home on Saturday morning, July 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born into a proud military family, Dennis lived a life defined by service, education, and an unwavering devotion to those he loved. Whether serving his country, guiding students, or simply enjoying time with...

Thomas "Tom" Edward Krauss

Thomas "Tom" Edward Krauss

Jun 28, 2026

Thomas “Tom” Edward Krauss, age 72, of Swanton, peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Sunday morning, June 28, 2026, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo. Born in Toledo, Ohio, on March 22, 1954, Tom was the beloved son of the late Edward G. Krauss and Twila (Belcher) Krauss. A 1973 graduate of Delta High...

Tammy Sue (Vincent) Dodd

Tammy Sue (Vincent) Dodd

Jun 23, 2026

Tammy Sue Dodd, age 66, passed away peacefully at her Swanton home late Tuesday evening, June 23, 2026, surrounded by the comfort and love of her family. She was born in Toledo, Ohio, on February 22, 1960, to the late Frederick “Butch” Vincent III and Marian “Mimi” (Fisher) Vincent. A 1978 graduate of Swanton High School, Tammy soon married the...

Jose R. Ramos Sr.

Jose R. Ramos Sr.

Jun 22, 2026

Jose Rodolfo Ramos, age 90, peacefully passed away at his Tedrow home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Knippa, Texas on September 18, 1935, to the late Francisco Ramos Sr. and Juanita (Duran) Ramos. Following his graduation from high school, Jose proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1955 to 1961 and later in...

Joyce Ann Bauman (Grimm)

Joyce Ann Bauman (Grimm)

Jun 20, 2026

Joyce Ann Bauman, age 89, of Delta, peacefully passed away under hospice care at her home on Saturday evening, June 20, 2026, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Toledo, Ohio on September 15, 1936, to the late Arthur Dale Grimm and Mildred (Wiemer) Grimm. After graduating from Scott High School in 1955, Joyce worked in...

Lawrence "Larry" Allen Gifford

Lawrence "Larry" Allen Gifford

Jun 20, 2026

Lawrence “Larry” Allen Gifford, age 77, of Wauseon, peacefully passed away with his family by his side early Saturday morning, June 20, 2026, at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo. Larry was born in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Arthur and Anne (Thomas) Gifford. He graduated from Start High School and went on to dedicate more than 30 years...

Emmett Morey Heinemann

Emmett Morey Heinemann

Jun 19, 2026

Emmett M. Heinemann, age 13, of Delta, courageously fought a lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis before peacefully passing away early Friday morning, June 19, 2026, at Toledo Children's Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Wauseon, Ohio, on September 4, 2012, to Josh Heinemann and Shannon (Leonard) Heinemann. Though his years were far too few, Emmett's life...

Carolyn Sue (Bowles) Stilwill

Carolyn Sue (Bowles) Stilwill

Jun 6, 2026

Carolyn Sue Stilwill, age 78, of Liberty Center, peacefully passed away at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg on Saturday, June 6, 2026, with her loving family by her side. She was born at her family’s home in Neapolis, Ohio on January 14, 1948, to the late Gerald G. Bowles and Opal F. (Pike) Bowles. Carolyn graduated from Anthony Wayne...

Norma Louise (Habel) Miller

Norma Louise (Habel) Miller

May 31, 2026

Norma Louise Miller, age 81, of Wauseon, peacefully passed away at Hospice of Northwest Ohio’s Ebeid Hospice Center in Sylvania early Sunday morning, May 31, 2026. She was born in Wauseon, Ohio on September 23, 1944, to George and Mary (Snyder) Habel. Norma graduated from Lyons High School in 1962. On June 16, 1962, she married Dannie I. Miller, and...

Ronald Patrick Bechstein

Ronald Patrick Bechstein

May 25, 2026

Ronald Patrick Bechstein, age 79, peacefully passed away at his Delta home under hospice care and surrounded by his loving family on Monday evening, May 25, 2026. He was born in Indio, California on July 7, 1946 to the late Elizabeth (Bechstein) Homer and was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Henry Bechstein and Lavon (Meyers) Bechstein. Following his graduation from...

Larry Wayne Stilwill

Larry Wayne Stilwill

May 24, 2026

Larry W. Stilwill, age 79, of Liberty Center, peacefully passed away with his family by his side late Sunday night, May 24, 2026 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. He was born in Delta, Ohio on January 14, 1947 to the late Wayne Pershing Stilwill and Deloris Eva (Christy) Stilwill. Larry graduated from Liberty Center High School in 1966....

Esperanza (Martinez) Pecina

Esperanza (Martinez) Pecina

May 22, 2026

Esperanza Pecina, age 86, peacefully passed away at her Delta home surrounded by her loving family on Friday afternoon, May 22, 2026. She was born on September 26, 1939, in San Jeronimo Purenchecuaro, Mexico, to the late Cresenciano Martinez and Silveria (Marquez) Martinez and was one of nine daughters. On June 16, 1973, Esperanza married the love of her life,...

Marian Thelma (Mangold) Braucher

Marian Thelma (Mangold) Braucher

May 12, 2026

Marian Thelma Braucher, age 88, of Delta, peacefully passed away early Tuesday morning, May 12, 2026 at the University of Toledo Medical Center. She was born in Maumee, Ohio on February 5, 1938 to the late Howard Mangold and Hazel (Reed) Mangold. Following her graduation from Maumee High School, Marian attended ITT Technical School. Marian dedicated much of her working...

Constance Sue (Ettl) Bailey

Constance Sue (Ettl) Bailey

May 12, 2026

Our beloved mom, wife and grandmother Constance “Connie” Sue (Ettl) Bailey, age, 73, of Wauseon, sadly passed away Tuesday afternoon, May 12, 2026, after losing her battle with leukemia. Connie was born in Toledo on November 30, 1952 to the late Joseph Ettl and Chloie (Tuttle) Ettl. She was absolutely the best mom, wife and grandma anyone could ever wish...

Alan David Desgrange

Alan David Desgrange

May 5, 2026

Alan David “Dave” Desgrange, age 71, of Swanton, peacefully passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday morning, May 5, 2026, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo. He was born in Napoleon, Ohio, on December 6, 1954, to the late Albert David Desgrange and Ruth (Crawford) Desgrange. Alan was a graduate of Liberty Center High School...

Ricky Lee Skiver

Ricky Lee Skiver

Apr 24, 2026

Ricky Lee Skiver, age 71, peacefully passed away at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg on April 24, 2026. He was born in Toledo on September 9, 1954, to the late Paul W. Skiver and Wilma (Davis) Skiver, and was one of eight children. Ricky graduated from Anthony Wayne High School and Penta Career Center in 1973. On November 16,...

Linda Lou Widney

Linda Lou Widney

Apr 17, 2026

Linda Lou Widney, age 80, of Holland, Ohio, peacefully passed away under hospice care at Embassy of Swanton on Friday evening, April 17, 2026. She was born in Toledo on May 11, 1945. Linda was a graduate of Springfield High School. She later married the love of her life, Delbert J. Widney, who preceded her in death on April 14,...