Obituary Listings

Toni K. Paul

Toni K. Paul

Jul 14, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Toni Kay Paul, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Toni peacefully left this world on July 14, 2026, at her home. Born on July 6, 1956, in Lima, Ohio, to Richard and Barbara Miller, she lived a life full of love and laughter, leaving an...

James A. "Jim" Hepp

James A. "Jim" Hepp

Jul 11, 2026

James A. Hepp, 80, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 7:50 a.m., Saturday, July 11, 2026 at St. Rita's Medical Center after an extended illness. 

Jim was born on January 1, 1946, in Toledo, Ohio to Al and Mary Ann (Schneider) Hepp who preceded him in death. His family moved to Wapakoneta, Ohio in his early childhood, and on September 4, 1970,...

Luanna "Annie" Kohler

Luanna "Annie" Kohler

Jun 24, 2026

Luanna "Annie" Kohler, 95, of Botkins, passed away at 9:55 a.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Lima Memorial Health System.She was born on May 27, 1931 in Fryburg, OH to Leo and Pauline (Greve) Schaub who preceded her in death. On November 23, 1949 she married Fred C. Kohler and he passed away on April 19, 2017 and they would...

Jean Ellen Manuel

Jean Ellen Manuel

Jun 18, 2026

Jean Ellen Manuel, 84, of Botkins, passed away at 2:01 a.m., Thursday, June 18, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her daughters and sister.

She was born on September 1, 1941, in Urbana, IL to Louis and Lucille (Brown) Rasmussen who preceded her in death. On May 12, 1962, she married Michael Manuel and he passed away on January 22,...

Jeffrey "Jeff" Bartlett

Jeffrey "Jeff" Bartlett

Jun 17, 2026

Jeffrey "Jeff" Bartlett, 70, of Wapakoneta, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 2:02 p.m. surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous battle with years of health challenges at Ross Heart Hospital, Columbus. He was born on February 7, 1956 in Vanwert, OH to Kenneth Bartlett & Jean (McLaughlin) Nieter who preceded him in death.

He...

Emerson E. Recob

Emerson E. Recob

Jun 16, 2026

Emerson E. Recob, 88, of Wapakoneta passed away on June 16, 2026 at Mercy Health-St. Rita's Hospice Care Unit.

He was born on January 12, 1938 in Columbus, OH to Charles & Mary Louise (Pratt) Recob who preceded him in death. On June 26, 1959 he married Marlene E. Montague and she survives after 67 years of marriage.

Survivors include...

Lois J. "Lou" Marker

Lois J. "Lou" Marker

Jun 9, 2026

Lois J. "Lou" Marker passed away June 9, 2026 at Kessler Estates Senior Living in Lima, OH.

She was born July 30, 1934 in San Diego, CA to Harold H. Hepp and Jeanette (Baker) Hepp. On June 6, 1953, she married Warren B. "Mike" Marker and he preceded her in death on August 22, 2007.

Lou graduated from Wapakoneta St. Joseph High...

William J. "Bill" Doty Jr.

William J. "Bill" Doty Jr.

Jun 5, 2026

William J. "Bill" Doty Jr., 67, of Waynesfield, passed away at 11:54 p.m., Friday, June 5, 2026 at Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima surrounded by loved ones.He was born on April 1, 1959 in Lima to William and Barbara (Coats) Doty. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives him. On April 29, 1983 he married Pamela...

Joyce A. Andaloro

Joyce A. Andaloro

May 26, 2026

Joyce A. Andaloro, 90, of Wapakoneta, formerly of Canton passed away peacefully at 9:52 p.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at The Gardens of Wapakoneta with her daughter by her side.

She was born on December 26, 1935 in Canton, OH to Joseph and Jennifer (Barbato) Andriola who preceded her in death. On September 3, 1955 she married Richard J. Andaloro and...

Camille Anne Kramer

Camille Anne Kramer

May 14, 2026

Camille A. Kramer, 85, of Wapakoneta, peacefully passed away at 12:43 p.m., Thursday, May 14, 2026 surrounded by her loving children. She was born on August 1, 1940 in Lima to Darwin N. & Anne R. (Musto) Frost, who preceded her in death. On October 25, 1958, she married Ivo J. Kramer, who passed away November 16, 2020.Survivors include three...

Richard Alan Doty

Richard Alan Doty

May 6, 2026

Richard Alan Doty, 68, of Lima, passed away peacefully at 4:20 a.m., Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born on October 27, 1957 in Sidney, OH to Charles & Mary (Bowdle) Doty. After the loss of his mother as a young boy, he was loved and cared...

Susan Marie Hawson

Susan Marie Hawson

May 5, 2026

Susan Marie (Teeters) Hawson, 55, of Dayton, passed away at 8:37 a.m., Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at the Hospice of Dayton. She was born on June 20, 1970 in Lima, Ohio to Joseph G. and Paula G. (Minaugh) Teeters Jr., who have preceded her in death.

She is survived by her daughter, GraceAnne Elisabeth Hawson, of Dayton.

Susan was preceded in death...

Susan P. Cole

Susan P. Cole

Apr 29, 2026

Susan P. Cole, 88, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 2:27 p.m., Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Heritage Manor, Minster.

She was born on January 31, 1938 in Ft. Wayne, IN to Charles & Genevieve Huebner, who preceded her in death. On September 11, 1955 she married Donald E. "Don" Cole, who passed away on September 6, 2014.

Survivors include two...

Emmersyn Grace Steinke

Emmersyn Grace Steinke

Apr 11, 2026

Emmersyn Grace Steinke was born on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 5:52 p.m. and passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:43 a.m. She is the cherished daughter of Levi B. & Ashleigh R. (Gibson) Steinke.

Emmersyn will also be remembered by her grandparents, Chad Steinke, Sherri & Clint Hager, Nancy Steinke and Todd & Tina Gibson; aunts and uncles,...

Gerhardt "Gary" Leppla

Gerhardt "Gary" Leppla

Mar 30, 2026

Gerhardt "Gary" Leppla, 74, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 5:09 a.m., Monday, March 30, 2026 at his son's residence in Sidney. He was born on October 29, 1951 in Lima, OH to Frank & Dorothy (Stark) Leppla who preceded him in death. On September 21, 2002, he married Teresa Y. Coil, who passed away on December 20, 2023.

He is survived...

Donald Joseph Ellinger

Donald Joseph Ellinger

Mar 19, 2026

Donald J. "Don" Ellinger, 82, of Botkins, passed away at 7:00 a.m., Thursday, March 19, 2026 at Vancrest of St. Marys. He was born on February 27, 1944 in St. Louis, MO to Marcella Ellinger who has preceded him in death. On September 5, 1970, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Botkins, he married Madonna J. "Donna" Eilerman, who survives in...

William N. "Bill" Sawmiller

William N. "Bill" Sawmiller

Mar 14, 2026

William N. "Bill" Sawmiller, 47, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 11:40 a.m., Saturday, March 14, 2026 at The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati. He was born on January 8, 1979 in St. Marys, to Lynn E. and Cynthia R. (Dietz) Sawmiller, who survive in St. Marys.Survivors also include his three children, Keegan W. & Lauren Sawmiller, of St. Marys, Alivia M. Sawmiller,...

Helen L. Kohler

Helen L. Kohler

Mar 14, 2026

Helen L. (Dick) Kohler, 81, of Wapakoneta, went to meet her Lord and Savior at 12:41 p.m., Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima.She was born on January 26, 1945 in Lima, OH to Harold & Anna (Taylor) Dick who preceded her in death. On February 8, 1964, she married Fredrick L. "Fritz" Kohler,...

Donald E. Latham

Donald E. Latham

Mar 7, 2026

Donald E. Latham, 90, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 9:55 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Lima Memorial Health System.

In keeping with Don's wishes, there will be no services.

Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Johns Volunteer Fire & Rescue, P.O. Box 194 St. Johns, OH 45884.

Charles R. “Butch” Huebner

Charles R. “Butch” Huebner

Mar 2, 2026

Charles R. "Butch" Huebner, 81, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 9:51 PM, Monday, March 2, 2026 at Mercy Health-St. Rita's. He was born on June 17, 1944 in Fort Wayne, IN to Charles and Genevieve (Johnston) Huebner, who have preceded him in death.

Survivors include his two daughters, Shannon Huebner, of Lima and Cindy Jones, of Wapakoneta; four grandchildren, Tiffany (Rick...