I cannot believe that we’re into October already! It’s so beautiful out as I traverse the highways and byways of our beloved Paulding County. I don’t know about you, but the leaves seem extra spectacular this year. It’s been a full two years since Erie Recycling went out of business and I can, with all…
St. Jacob’s Church will celebrate 150 years of ministry to the community on Sunday, October 22, 2023 with a special 150th Anniversary and Homecoming. The service will begin at 10:00 A.M. and feature the inspirational music and ministry of Randy Long. In addition to traditional church services and ministry, St. Jacob’s operated a full service…
PAYNE, OH: Arlette Ann Lopshire, 90, of Payne, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023, at Vancrest of Payne.Arlette was born in Hicksville on July 13, 1933, a daughter of the late La Moile (Miller) & Ernest Levi Burley.On June 1, 1950, Arlette married the love of her life, Orlando James Lopshire. Arlette worked at Wayne…
Recently, the Payne Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new business to the Payne business community. Smitty’s Outfitters is located in downtown Payne out of their home — for now — as they get themselves grounded in the business. From Smitty’s Outfitters: “Our family has a great love for the outdoors. We love to travel to…
PAYNE, OH: Elmer J. Baker, age 68, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at his home in Payne. Elmer was born on March 25, 1955 in Van Wert, OH to the late Elmer and Thelma (Rodman) Baker. On December 17, 1988, he married Cheryl (Woodard) Tillotson who survives. Elmer retired in 2009 from Federal…
Richard Lynn Fulk (Rick), age 72, passed away, 23 August 2023 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born 1 February 1951 in Payne, Ohio where he was raised until he was drafted in March 1971 and discharged from the Army March 1972. He lived in Antwerp, Defiance, and Fort Wayne after discharge. A Celebration of…
PAYNE, OH: Irene Faye Benschneider, 75, of Payne, Ohio, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center after a battle with cancer. Irene was born March 13, 1948, to the late Norbert and Linda (Marbach) Brenneke. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who always put others before herself and…
Paulding County – The Paulding County Health Department is informing residents that the first group of mosquitoes to test positive in Paulding County for West Nile virus (WNV) has been confirmed by the Ohio Department of Health. The WNV-positive pool of mosquitoes was captured in the village of Payne. No human cases have been reported. It is…
The American Legion certificate of continuing membership for 50 years was presented to Dick Fige (left) and John Overmyer (right) by Rueben J. Smith Post 297 Payne, Ohio. The following members also received 50 year certificate: John (Jack) Kipfer, William Lawson, John (Jack) Moore.
On April 22, 2023, Flat Rock Masonic Lodge #580 will open their doors for a public open house. The Lodge is located at 505 S. Main Street in Payne, and it will hold its open house from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Anyone who would like to know more about Freemasonry or is just curious…
PAYNE, OH: Mary Catherine Williams, 92, of Payne, Ohio passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Vancrest of Van Wert. Mary was born in Payne Ohio on October 19, 1930, a daughter of the late Helen (Kelble) and John Ditlinger. She worked at Paulding County Hospital for many years. Mary and Keith managed the Antwerp Shell…
Nicholas Schlueter, a student at Paulding Exempted Village Schools is currently in ICU. He was diagnosed with a very rare 5cm (large) arachnoid cyst with a subdural hematoma. He has had two surgeries to correct this. The family will be dealing with time off work and other expenses for the foreseeable future. Good Times Saloon…
PAYNE, OH: Wayne E. Feasby, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Vancrest of Payne. Wayne was born on October 30, 1938 in Van Wert County, OH to the late Willis K. and Myrtle (Baker) Feasby. Wayne was raised by his loving aunt and uncle, Russell and Golda Baker. On August 5,…
