ANTWERP, OH: Richard J. “Dick” Gasser, age 84, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Dick was born on April 4, 1940 in Putnam County, OH to the late Edwin J. and Helen (Elwer) Gasser. For 25 years he worked for B.F. Goodrich until his retirement in 1989. Dick enjoyed…
PAULDING, OH: Frances T. Johanns, age 93, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Paulding County Hospital. Frances was born on December 22, 1931 in Toledo, OH to the late Frank and Julia (Zalecki) Ochmanek. On January 3, 1953 she married Charles E. Johanns. Frances spent her life creating a loving home for her…
Ann’s Bright Beginnings Preschool held their annual Christmas program recently for family and friends. They sang several songs for a delighted audience, followed with cookies and punch and a visit from Santa! Ann’s Bright Beginnings wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas!
On Saturday, December 7, students and staff from Paulding Exempted Village Schools dedicated their time to volunteer at the Caring and Sharing Food Pantry in Paulding, Ohio. This community effort highlighted the importance of giving back and supporting local families in need. The team included Kyle Kramer, an 8th Grade Math Teacher, alongside students Carly…
PAULDING, OH: Starlee E. Kelble, age 85, of Paulding, OH passed away at her daughter’s home in Bryan, OH on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Starlee was born on October 9, 1939 in Woodburn, IN to the late Clarence and Lillie (Hetrick) Miller. On August 15, 1959 she married Allan Kelble who preceded her in death…
PAULDING, OH: Charles B. “Topper” Holtsberry, age 83, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024 at his residence. Topper was born on January 2, 1941 in Hedges, OH to the late Russell and Alice (Miller) Holtsberry. On May 14, 1960 he married his wife, Rae Bland who survives. Topper was born, lived his entire life…
On Saturday, November 9th sixth grade students and staff from Paulding Junior High School volunteered at the Caring and Sharing Food Pantry in Paulding, Ohio. Shown in the picture from left are: Brantley Myles, Iridessa Reyes, Mrs. Amanda Tice (Science/Social Studies Teacher), Mr. Phil Romero (Intervention Specialist), Avri Schroeder, and Julio Cortes Becerra.
PAYNE, OH: Donald G. Greninger, age 87, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024 at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, IN. Donald was born on July 9, 1937 in Diamond, MO to the late Kenneth and Anna “Maxine” (Fiant) Greninger. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. On December…
The Kiwanis Club of Paulding County was privileged to have Bryce Steiner (Owner, West Bend Printing) as the guest speaker at the November 14, 2024, club meeting. Bryce came at the invitation of Dave Burtch (Fellow Kiwanis Member). Bryce spoke to the Kiwanians about how West Bend was started and how it has grown over…
The Board of Directors of Flat Rock Creek Fall Festival Inc. is sending out this notification to let you know that we will be ceasing operation, and there will not be a 2025 Fall Festival. It has become too difficult for us and participating not for profits to find volunteers. We feel the festival has…
“Let’s Trim the Tree” is the theme for the annual Festival of Trees at Paulding County History Museum in Paulding. The festival opened Nov. 8 and continues through Saturday, Nov. 16. It’s not too late to enjoy the meals and local live entertainment on the schedule. Admission and parking are free. Donations are greatly appreciated.…
