Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Holgate, OH and surrounding areas.
Izreal Michael Edward Fonseca
September 25, 2024
Izreal Michael Edward Fonseca (Izzy) age 20, died Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in a Fulton County car crash. Izzy was born July 27, 2004 in Bowling green to Jessica (Widman) Hall and Daniel Fonseca, Sr.. He obtained his GED and then furthered his education by receiving a welding certificate. With a contagious smile, he held a special place in everyone’s...
David John Ahleman
September 9, 2024
David Ahleman, 54, of rural Liberty Center, Ohio, passed away at Toledo Hospital following a motor vehicle accident on Monday, September 9, 2024.
David was born on October 20, 1969. David’s parents, Donald and Marilyn (Stevens) Ahleman raised him in rural Liberty Center, Ohio. As a youth, David loved participating in marching band, FFA, 4-H, cattle showmanship, and all things related...
Sheila D. Phillips
September 5, 2024
Sheila Delilah Phillips age 72, of McClure, gained her wings early Thursday morning, September 5th, 2024 at the Henry County Hospital.
Sheila’s adventure began on July 28th, 1952 born to Smith and Ruby (Dukes) Hurley in Pineville, WV. Her childhood was spent closely with her family. Sheila graduated from Defiance High School and only held one job her entire life, as...
Philip Cole Healy
August 27, 2024
Philip C. Healy age 68, died peacefully in his Holgate home on August 27, 2024.
Philip was born April 23, 1956 in Defiance to Paul and Sharon (Greenler) Healy. He graduated from Ayersville High School. He is survived by his siblings: Steven, Colleen and Dale. Philip was preceded in death by his sisters Jo and Diane and his parents.
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Deborah Kleman
August 8, 2024
Deborah Kleman, 72, of Punta Gorda, FL formerly Van Wert, OH, passed away on August 8, 2024 at home surrounded by family.
Deborah was born on October 31, 1951 to the late Richard (Lefty) and Rita (Brown) Bott in North Creek, OH. Deb received her GED in 1996. Deb had five children. Stacy (Alan) Gerschutz, Amy (Ryan) Schroeder, Stephanie Kleman, Tricia...
Darrell Lynn Wulff
August 6, 2024
Darrell Lynn Wulff age 87, of Napoleon, died Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Promedica Toledo Hospital, Toledo.
His Legacy… Darrell was born September 20, 1936 to Arthur and Doris (Myers) Wulff in Napoleon. In 1955 he graduated from Malinta Grelton High School. On May 3, 1958 he married Carolyn Knipp. He was a welder most of his adult life, most recently...
Mary Lynn Zamarripa
July 18, 2024
Mary Lynn Zamarripa age 77, died Thursday morning, July 18, 2024 in her Napoleon home with her husband by her side, due to complications from Dementia.
Her Legacy… Lynn was born May 24, 1947 in Marietta, Ohio the daughter of Ellen E. Niggemeyer. On May 11, 1984, she married Armando Zamarripa, Sr. in Hawaii. Lynn was a member of St. Augustine Catholic...
James Paul Theisen
July 16, 2024
James Paul Theisen age 77, died Tuesday morning, July 16, 2024 in his Lambertville, MI home after a lengthy illness.
His Legacy… Jim was born January 22, 1947 to Linus and Mary (Schuller) Theisen in McComb, OH. In 1965, he graduated from Holgate High School. On October 21, 1967, he married Judy Hauck. Jim was employed by the Dana Corp., Toledo...
Richard D. Berger
July 4, 2024
Richard D. “Richie” Berger age 62, of Continental, died Monday evening, July 4, 2024 at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.
Richie was born on February 14, 1962 to Harry and Irene (Burkhart) Berger in Gary, IN. He was employed by Claude Sintz, Inc. in Deshler. He was married to Beth Quigley for years and then she passed away. On July...
Melvin Hoffman
June 9, 2024
Melvin Julius Hoffman, a dedicated farmer, peacefully passed away on June 9 2024, at Vancrest of Holgate. He was born on July 25, 1932, in rural Holgate to Julius and Pauline (Welz) Hoffman and graduated from Holgate High School in 1950. Melvin proudly served in the United States Army and received a Korean Service Ribbon along with 2 Bronze Service Stars...
Paul R. Burkhart
May 25, 2024
Paul R. Burkhart, age 90, passed away on May 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 5, 1934 to Lucille (Nee Lammers) and Leo “Lee” Burkhart. He was born on his grandparents’ (Christ and Mary Burkhart) farm in rural New Bavaria. He attended a one room schoolhouse, on the corner of the Burkhart family farm, later...
Joel Troy Murray
May 22, 2024
JOEL TROY MURRAYNapoleon-Joel Troy Murray 55 passed away at his home May 22, 2024. He was born January 12, 1969 in Presque Isle Maine.The son of Eugene and Betty (Gardiner) Murray. Joel graduated with the class of 1987 in Presque Isle Maine. Soon after met and married his wife Stephanie on May 20, 1989.Joel was a very hard worker and wonderful...
Brian Eugene "Augie" Baringer
May 22, 2024
Brian E. Baringer, known to most by the name, Augie, age 66 of Holgate, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 while at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio. He was born on January 30, 1958 to Daniel Baringer and Mary Bohlmann Baringer Snyder in Defiance, Ohio. Augie was a 1976 graduate of Holgate High School and Four County...
Sandra Kay Folk
May 4, 2024
Sandra Kay Folk died Saturday morning, May 4, 2024 in her New Bavaria home. She was born December 10, 1945 to Carl and Alameda (Groll) Eitzman. She graduated from Holgate High School in 1963. On June 28, 1986, she married John Folk and he died on August 10, 2019. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Holgate...
Bill Mack Hall
April 26, 2024
Bill M. Hall age 84, of Hamler, died Friday evening, April 26, 2024 at Vancrest of Holgate.
His Legacy… He was born May 22, 1939, in. In July of 1965, he married Ruth Tallman. Bill retired from GM Powertrain, Defiance. He was a member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Hamler. In years past, he enjoyed golf, bowling and attending Cincinnati Reds ball games....
Diana Sue Gineman
April 20, 2024
Diana “Sue” (Eisaman) Gineman age 81, of Holgate died Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Vancrest of Holgate.
Her Legacy… Diana was born August 21, 1942 to Barton and Loretta (Bowers) Eisaman in Napoleon. On December 31, 1959, she married Kenneth “Kenny” Gineman by brother-in-law Reverend Paul Eichar. Diana enjoyed being in the public while waitressing at local restaurants and working at...
James William Waisner
April 20, 2024
James William Waisner was born July 27th, 1939 and died April 20th, 2024. Jim was born to Thomas and Mildred (Fruth) Waisner and was the older brother to Jerry (Joan) Waisner and Janet (Delmar) Tilse. Jim was a lifelong resident of Holgate and a lifelong member of St. John’s UCC where he served as deacon, elder, consistory chair, CE Board,...
Julian L. "Corky" Heitman
April 19, 2024
Julian L. “Corky” Heitman, Jr. age 83, of Napoleon, died Friday, April 19, 2024 at Northcrest Rehab and Nursing.
His Legacy… Julian was born to Julian L. and Rosemary (Mansfield) Heitman, Sr. on March 10, 1941 in Napoleon. He graduated from Liberty Center High School in 1959. He obtained his associates degree from Fort Wayne Business School. He married Mary Cooper. Corky...
Marilyn Jean Eichar
April 16, 2024
Marilyn Jean (Miller) Eichar of Napoleon, died Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at the Henry County Hospital.
Marilyn was born to John and Nellie (Priest) Miller in Toledo. The first years of her life she spent near Weston attending the school there and the Methodist church. Later she lived near N. Baltimore, Traverse City, MI, McClure, San Bernardino, CA and Leipsic before...
Steven "Townsie" Reeder Allen
April 10, 2024
Steven "Townsie" Reeder Allen, a dedicated retired truck driver, embarked on his final journey on April 10, 2024, in Toledo. Born on August 22, 1955, Townsie was a proud Army veteran and a graduate of Otsego High School's class of 1973.Throughout his life, Townsie found solace in the open road and the gentle rhythm of trucking. He traversed countless miles with unwavering dedication, embodying...
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