Obituary Listing

Jan 27, 2026

Edmund A. (ED) VanTassel Jr. passed away at the age of 81, January 27,2026, in Ayden of Waterville Healthcare Center. Ed was born in Toledo, Ohio August 1, 1944, to Edmund Sr and Frances (Grove) VanTassel.

Ed worked many years as a private contractor and head of maintenance in several apartment complexes in Ohio and Florida. He...

Jan 19, 2026

Pamela Jean (Kertesz) Schunk

September 18, 1958 - January 19, 2026

Pamela Jean (Kertesz) Schunk born September 18, 1958 was the second child of Carol Joan (Pinkelman)

Kertesz and Andrew Kertesz. Pam passed away on January 19, 2026 after struggling for several years

with significant health issues. We find comfort in...

Jan 18, 2026

Vickie Smith, age 69 of Toledo, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026. She was born on February 26, 1956.

Vickie was a loving mother and devoted family member whose life was centered around love, resilience, and deep devotion to those she held close. Despite experiencing profound loss throughout her life, she remained strong and caring, always...

Dec 24, 2025

Gregory "Bogie" Pesina

November 7, 1975 – December 24, 2025

Gregory "Bogie" Pesina, age 50, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family in Toledo, Ohio.

Bogie was born on November 7, 1975, to Greg Pesina and Christina Dernier. Known to many by his nickname, he will...

Dec 8, 2025

Bonnie Mae Carstensen 74, born in Toledo Ohio, on Feb 8,1951 passed peacefully on December 8,2025

surrounded by family and friends.

Bonnie is proceeded in death by her mother Rena Mae Carstensen and daughter Bobby Jo Duty.

Survived by her twin sister Connie Preston, sister Billy Ries and brother Jr Cox, her 2...

Nov 30, 2025

Brenda C. Witt

June 15, 1939-November 30, 1925

Brenda Witt passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Ebeid Hospice Residence. Brenda was a friend to all and opened her heart and home to everyone. In her younger years she was very involved with her children's school (Regina Coeli), also a Girl Scout Leader....

Nov 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Lee Contreras

October 2, 1979 – November 27, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Lee Contreras, beloved fiancé, father, grandfather, and friend. Lee passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, at 11:05 AM, leaving this world at the age of 46. He leaves behind a...

Nov 25, 2025

John William Snyder Jr. was born 11-15-68 died 11-25-25. He was an Ironworker and member of Local 55. He had a great love of nature and children.He was a Golden Gloves boxer in his teens and was a supporter of the sport. He is survived by his mother, Linda Snyder, his brother Jacob Snyder Sr.and Michelle Nieman,nephews Jacob Snyder...

Nov 22, 2025

**Nate was only afraid of ONE thing. Death. Now he is afraid of NOTHING.**

Nathan Allen "Nate" Detzer, Sr., age 53, passed away on November 22, 2025, in Toledo, Ohio, the city where he was born on June 18, 1972.

A proud and devoted member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E.) Local...

Nov 1, 2025

ELVA P. GARZA OBITUARY

It is with heavy hearts, that as a family, we announce that our dear mother Elva

has peacefully fallen asleep in death, on Saturday November 1, 2025 at the age of 86

years. She is now safe in Jehovah God's memory.

Elva was born in Mexico, in...

Oct 29, 2025

Debbie Ann Nelson, 68, of Sylvania, Ohio, entered Heaven's gates peacefully on Wednesday, October 29th, 2025

under Hospice care while at the Franciscan Care Center in Sylvania. She was two days shy of celebrating her 69th birthday.

Debbie was adopted at just three weeks old by a wonderful couple in November of 1956.

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Oct 19, 2025

David Homer Schroeder passed away October 19th, 2025, at the age of 70, David was born in Toledo OH March 23rd, 1955, to Homer and Dorothy (Larson) Schroeder. David attended Bowser high school where he played football. After graduating in 1973. David attended Ohio State University, and he graduated from Toledo University with a degree in civil engineering. After...

Oct 8, 2025

Timothy Poe McKown

November 13, 1954, to October 8th, 2025

Timothy Poe McKown, beloved son, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on October 8th, 2025, at the age of 70. He was born on November 13, 1954, in Toledo, Ohio, and devoted his life to his family, friends, and his business of 40+ years, Poe...

Oct 6, 2025

William Francis Berlin, age 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2025 at his home in Maumee, Ohio surrounded by his family. Bill was born in Findlay, Ohio on September 6, 1932 to Francis and Genevieve (Dye) Berlin. Following the loss of his father at the age of 6, due to an electrical accident at work, his mother,...

Sep 29, 2025

Dwight Richardson was born on January 18, 1989 in Toledo, OH to Roman Richardson and Anita Richardson. Dwight lived at home with his parents until moving to Sunshine Communities in Maumee in March of 1999.

Dwight was a calming presence to all who met him. He was quiet with a peaceful disposition and genuine spirit. Although born...

Sep 19, 2025

Mitchell Walter Garwolinski passed away September 19th, 2025. Mitchell was born in 1932 in Baranowo Poland to Joseph and Mary (Zientak). After his family immigrated to the United States, they settled in Elyria OH. After graduation from high school, he enlisted in the United States army during the Korean War he served valiantly add pork chop hill where he...

Sep 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Jeanne Elaine (Aaldering) Deitering, age 82, of Monclova, Ohio. Jeanne passed away on September 12th, 2025, after being in failing health for the past few months.

Jeanne is survived by her 3 sons, Dan Chambers (Leslie), Larry Chambers II (Kelli) and Matthew Chambers; her grandchildren Devin...

Sep 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Cheryl Kay (Pennington) Dunbar, age 66, of Northwood, Ohio. Cheryl passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of love, care, and kindness that touched everyone she met.

Cheryl is survived by her sons, Nathan Dunbar (Desiree) and Anthony Williams (Jazmin), and her grandson Jordyn; her sisters,...

Sep 3, 2025

Denis C. Logan SR

May 14th, 1939 - September 3rd, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Denis C. Logan SR., who departed this world in his Maumee home on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the age of 86. In his last days he was surrounded by his wife, children, family, and friends....

Sep 2, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Melinda Keirsey (Pelland)

March 10,1979 - September 2,2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Melinda Keirsey, on September 2,2025.

Melinda was born to Sarah Keirsey and Ronald Brown on March 10,1979 in Bowling Green, Ohio.

She attended and graduated from...