Obituary Listings

Apr 28, 2024

Elizabeth A. Scott, 86, of Wapakoneta passed away at 3:10 p.m., Sunday, April 28, 2024 at Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima.  She was born on September 11, 1937 in Salem Township, Auglaize County, to Joseph I. and Retha L. (Reed) Miller, who have preceded her in death.  On December 30, 1988 she married Ambert E. Scott,...

Apr 23, 2024

William Allen “Bill” Roby, 70, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Lima.  Bill was born on June 10, 1953, in Lima, to Clint Roby and Shirley Gaberdiel, who have preceded him in death.  Bill grew up in Lima and graduated from Wapakoneta High School.

He was known for his kindness and generosity and would help anyone...

Apr 13, 2024

Phillip T. "Phil" Kennedy, 35, of Botkins, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024 at his residence.   He was born on June 20, 1988 in Sidney, to Thomas U. and Mary L. (Cartwright) Kennedy.  His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Botkins.

Survivors also include his sister, Faye (Andy) Brogan, of New Knoxville; girlfriend,...

Apr 2, 2024

Richard L. Miller 89, of Wapakoneta passed away at 9:10 a.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima.  Private family services will be held at a later date.

Mar 28, 2024

Manfred Eder, 78, of Wapakoneta passed away at 8:46 a.m. Thursday, March 28, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his family.  Private family graveside services will be held at St. Joseph’s Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital P.O. Box 1999, Memphis, TN 38101 .

Mar 26, 2024

Robert Lee Flinn, 60, of Wapakoneta, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at his residence.

Rob was born on September 8, 1963 in Lima, Ohio to Robert and Martha Lee (Arthur) Flinn who preceded him in death.

He is survived by a sister Ruth (Jack) Smith and brother-in-law Tim Hershberger, both of Wapakoneta OH; nieces...

Mar 9, 2024

David Horton, 84, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 6:00 a.m., Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Lima Memorial Health System.  he fought a brave fight with cancer winning some battles but, losing the war.  His loving partner, Connie Bishop fought these battles with him through the end. David was the first of six children and was born on September 21,...

Mar 5, 2024

Mary M. Thitoff, 84, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 10:40 p.m., Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at Wapakoneta Manor.

She was born on August 19, 1939 in Zaleski, OH to Leo and Thelma (Barber) Bighouse who preceded her in death.  On February 3, 1963 she married Donald Thitoff who survives in Wapakoneta.

Additional survivors also include...

Mar 5, 2024

Rick L. Carter, 73, of Harrod, OH passed away at 6:15 a.m., Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at Lima Memorial Health System.

He was born on July 16, 1950 in Lima, OH to William and Mildred (Camper) Carter who preceded him in death.  On December 13, 1968 he married J. Robin (Ramsey) Carter and she survives in Harrod....

Mar 2, 2024

Laurie Barhorst, 59, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 9:09 p.m., Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Mount Carmel St. Ann's Hospital, Westerville.

She was born on February 5, 1965 in Quebec City, Canada to Ivo and Camille (Frost) Kramer.  Her father preceded her in death and her mother survives in Cridersville.  On January 14, 1983 she married Randy...

Feb 25, 2024

Dennis McClintock, 63, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 7:04 p.m., Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Lima Memorial Health System.

He was born on November 23, 1960 in Lima to Donald and Doris (Walls) McClintock who preceded him in death. On April 2, 1988 he married Jacquie McClintock who survives in Wapakoneta.

Survivors include 2 sons...

Feb 19, 2024

Donald E. Brautigam, 95, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 12:55 p.m., Monday, February 19, 2024 at Lima Memorial Health System.

He was born on October 15, 1928 in Wapakoneta to William and Hulda (Lunz) Brautigam who preceded him in death.  On January 27, 1963 he married Lola Marie Eichenauer, who preceded him in death on December 27,...

Feb 12, 2024

Georgia Anna Fox, 75, of Wapakoneta passed away at 7:10 a.m. Monday, February 12, 2024 at Odem at Auglaize.

She was born on August 9, 1948 in Lima, OH to Emil L. & Glenna L. (Miller) Hume who preceded her in death.  She was married for 29 years to her husband; Paul D. Fox and he survives...

Jan 28, 2024

David Michael Helmlinger, 81, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 10:10 p.m., Sunday, January 28, 2024 at Odem At Auglaize.  He was born on October 10, 1942 in Lima, to Lloyd E. and Ada "Lillian" Griffith Helmlinger, who have preceded him in death.  On February 28, 1964, he married Sharon A. Hamp, who survives in Wapakoneta.

Survivors also...

Jan 16, 2024

Cameron M. Knerr, 33, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 8:20 p.m., Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center.  He was born on November 25, 1990 in Lima, to Toby Knerr and Teresa (Howard) Doseck.  His father preceded him in death.  His mother and stepfather, Jim, survive in Wapakoneta.

Survivors also include his three daughters,...

Jan 12, 2024

Phyllis M. Kaeck, 82, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 3:16 a.m., Friday, January 12, 2024, at Kindred Hospital, Lima, following an extended illness.  She was born on February 11, 1941, in Lima, to Edgar J. & Alice M. (Groves) Becker, who have preceded her in death.  On September 24, 1960, she married Ralph W. Kaeck, who survives in Wapakoneta....

Jan 9, 2024

Betty J. Kantner, 72, of Wapakoneta passed away at 8:04 a.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at her residence.

She was born on September 16, 1951 in Lima, OH to Bill & Fannie (Bryant) Green who preceded her in death.  On September 18, 1971 she married Dean Kantner and he survives.

They have 2 children Connie...

Jan 7, 2024

Marcia E. Perez, 65, of Lima, passed away at 2:35 p.m., Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Mercy Health-St. Rita's.  She was born on September 3, 1958 in Lima, to Melvin E. and Eileen M. (Louth) Werling.  Her father survives in Wapakoneta, her mother preceded her in death.

Survivors also include four children, Jason M. Perez, of Wapakoneta,...

Jan 6, 2024

Marilyn S. "Susie" Kohler, 87, of Wapakoneta, Ohio, passed away at 4:21 p.m., Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Wapakoneta Manor following a brief illness.

She was born on July 12, 1936 in Wapakoneta to Edward and Wilma (Geyer) Reineke who preceded her in death.  On October 29, 1955 she married Edward E. Kohler and he passed away...

Jan 5, 2024

Wendy L. Burden, 70, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 3:30 p.m., Friday, January 5, 2024 at her daughter's residence in Wapakoneta.  She was born on October 7, 1953 in Lima, to Robert Neilson and Betty (Bradford) Harpest.  Her father preceded her in death and her mother survives in Cridersville.

Survivors include three daughters, Jodi Holtsberry, of Lima,...