Tag: Antwerp Ohio

Stephan E. Knapp

ANTWERP, OH: Stephan E. Knapp, 75, of Antwerp, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023 peacefully at his home with his family around him.  Steve was born in Harlan, Indiana on January 30, 1948, a son of the late Mary (Sunday) & Ross Knapp. Steve was the youngest of 8 siblings.  He was always loyal to…

Arlene A. Billman

ANTWERP, OH: Arlene A. Billman, 91, of Antwerp, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at Vancrest of Hicksville.  Arlene was born in Paulding on September 18, 1931, a daughter of the late Anne (Burnos) & Russell Clinton. Many will remember Arlene from her many years working in the Antwerp School Cafeteria. She was well known…

Bobby Wayne Elders

ANTWERP, OH: Bobby Wayne Elders, 63, of Antwerp, Ohio passed away at home on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. Bobby was born in Defiance, Ohio on October 4, 1959. He worked at Defiance Metal Products but was much more comfortable pick’n & grinin’ with his guitar at home or in his own band. He loved the…

Gaylord Vernon Laukhuf

ANTWERP, OH: Gaylord Vernon Laukhuf, 88, of Antwerp, passed away Friday, February 10, 2023 at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. Vern was born in Venedocia, Ohio on July 27, 1934, a son of the late Josephine (Lee) & Christian Laukhuf.  He served his country in the United States Air Force from 1954 to 1957. Vern was…

Ground Moved in Antwerp!

This past Tuesday, January 24th, residents of the village of Antwerp noticed some activities in the old River Street Market parking lot. Crews arrived with heavy equipment — Ben Kauser Excavating — and began excavating the old black top. Family Dollar is responsible for the development of this property according village of Antwerp council meeting…

Christian Food Pantry Received Donation

The Christian Food Pantry of Antwerp thanks the Reuben J Smith American Legion Post 297 for their recent donation of $500. The Christian Food Pantry is a local emergency food pantry for those who are experiencing food shortage. It is sponsored by the Antwerp Ministerial Association and housed at Antwerp Global Methodist Church. The Christian…

Mt. Calvary annual Children’s Christmas program

Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, Antwerp, OH  held its annual Children’s Christmas Program this past week on December 18, 2022 during the regular  worship time of 10:15 a.m. Rev. Mark Peters and the congregation welcome everyone to join in worship every Sunday with Christian Education for all ages at 9:15 a.m. The church is located at…

Bowling With The Countryside Kids

By: Krandon Crites Dhi Media 4-H Writer ANTWERP – The Countryside Kids decided to go bowling at Pin-A-Rama on December 3, 2022 for a Christmas party. This place was also known as the Antwerp Bowling Alley a couple months ago until they renovated it to Pin-A-Rama. If you would like to check it out, it…

POLAR EXPRESS COMES TO ANTWERP

Last Sunday, December 11th, The Holly Beach splash pad committee hosted their Polar Express event, and it was a magical experience for everyone involved.  Children of all ages came together to enjoy Christmas fun while raising funds for Antwerp’s very own splash pad. Grant’s Catering generously donated their venue!  We are so thankful for our Antwerp…

DENNIS RAY LEE

ANTWERP, OH: Dennis Ray Lee, 76, of Antwerp, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at his home. Denny was born in Payne, Ohio, on March 7, 1946, son of the late Myrtle (Wirts) & Robert Lee. Denny worked at BF Goodrich for 42 years. He was a talented writer and woodworker. Denny cherished time spent with…

Lynne Eileen Carr

ANTWERP, OH: Lynne Eileen Carr, 58, of Antwerp, passed away Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Indiana University Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana.   Lynne was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on October 21, 1964, to Joyce and David Carr. Lynne was a 1984 graduate of Antwerp High School. She also got her culinary arts degree from…

Mark “Fred” Feasby

ANTWERP, OH: Mark “Fred” Feasby, 62, of Antwerp, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Mark was born in Hicksville, on February 16, 1960, a son of the late Jean (Thompson) & Paul Feasby.  Mark worked as a welder at Sims Manufacturing in Payne for much of his life, and more…