HICKSVILLE, OH: Michael A. Swing, 84, of Hicksville, formerly of Harlan, passed away January 16, 2025 at his home surrounded by family. Michael was born in Harlan on June 11, 1940, a son of the late Doris (Powell) & Joseph Swing. Michael grew up deeply connected to his community and school in the Harlan area,…
Mary Irene Culler, 90, of Antwerp, Ohio was called to her heavenly home Sunday, January 12, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family. Mary was born on September 22, 1934 in Antwerp to the late Ruth Elizabeth (Clemmer) and Thomas Carr Schilb and was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Paul…
PAYNE, OH: Nadine Baumert, 96, of Payne, Ohio, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Vancrest of Payne. Nadine was born in Fort Wayne on November 13, 1928, a daughter of the late Darwin and Murial (Bowen) Myers. She will be remembered for the special way that she loved her family and the care she…
ANTWERP, OH: Clarice Ann Demongeot, 94, of Antwerp, Ohio passed away Friday, December 20, 2024 at Vancrest of Payne. Clarice was born in Antwerp on August 14, 1930, a daughter of the late Mabel (Bennett) and Delta Reeb. She worked in Central Service at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Clarice maintained relationships with her co-workers…
PAYNE, OH: Michael M. Brigner, 64, of Payne, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Paulding County Hospital. Mike was born on September 16, 1960 in Celina, Ohio, a son of Dorothy (Wolfe) Helms & Mac Brigner. Mike was the co-owner of Brigner Trucking and a dedicated family man, married to his high school sweetheart,…
BRYAN, OH: Murlin “Ross” Cox of Bryan, Ohio, a beloved husband, and cherished member of his family, passed away on Friday October 11, 2024, at the age of 82. His loss leaves a void in the lives of all who knew him. His positive energy and memories will forever be treasured. Born on September 21,…
ANTWERP, OH: Joseph Ambrose Meyer, 91, of Antwerp, Ohio passed away at home Saturday, October 5, 2024. Joe was born in Antwerp on March 10, 1933, a son of the late Regina Veronica (Kenner) and John Joseph Meyer. He served his country in the United States Army Reserves. Joe went on to work at General…
ANTWERP, OH: Erich R. Emch, 77, of Antwerp, Ohio went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Paulding County Hospital. Erich was born in Wadsworth, Ohio on May 31, 1947, a son of the late Betty (Gorby) and Roy Emch. He proudly served his country in the Ohio National Guard. Erich…
PAYNE, OH: Evelyn Marie Copsey, 88, of Payne, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Evelyn was born in Paulding on February 25, 1936, a daughter of the late Matilda (Ditlinger) & William Coughlin. Evelyn dedicated many years of her life to serving as the secretary for Divine Mercy Catholic Church,…
ANTWERP, OH: David “Randy” Derck, 83, of Antwerp, Ohio passed away Friday, July 19, 2024 at Vancrest of Hicksville. Randy was born in Antwerp on March 27, 1941, a son of the late Imogene (Perkins) and Herbert C Derck. Some may say that Randy was Antwerp’s most community minded leader. He was responsible for attracting…
PAYNE, OH: Georgia Olwin, 97, of Payne passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at Vancrest of Payne. Georgia was born in Fort Wayne on August 15,1926, a daughter of the late Margaret Mildred (Fislar) and John Paul Scott. She was a LPN at Paulding County Hospital for 26 years, but was most proud of being…
PAULDING, OH: Margaret Clemens Kupfersmith, 91, of Paulding, Ohio passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Mercy Health, Defiance, Ohio. Margaret was born in Paulding on March 14, 1933, a daughter of the late Margaret (Bland) and Earnest Smith. She will always be remembered for her devotion to God, her church and her family. Margaret will…
PAYNE, OH: Larry Dayton Adams, 77, of Payne, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital Downtown. Larry was born in Fairfield, Iowa on December 12, 1946, a son of the late June (Harvey) & Francis Adams. Larry was a dedicated postal service special clerk. Outside of work, he was once a member of…
