Heather Lynn Farthing
May 23, 2026
Heather Lynn Farthing, aged 61, passed away May 23, 2026 in Waterville, Ohio. She was born March 19, 1965 in Columbus, Ohio to John David Farthing and Vickie Sue Williams.
Heather lived in Ohio most of her life and went to Columbus State for nursing and lived her life serving others in their medical time of need for over 20...
Betty Stilwell
May 23, 2026
Betty M. (Jerles) Stilwell, a woman remembered for her sweet nature and gentle spirit, passed May 23, 2026, just months shy of her 100th birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, John; her parents, Harry and Gladys; her six siblings, Guilaf (Gibby) Hoover, James, Herman, Harvey, Kathleen Elliott, and Howard (Phillip) along with their spouses;...
Robert Barocsi
May 21, 2026
Robert Dale Barocsi, a lifelong resident of Toledo, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026. Born on November 23, 1951, Robert lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and joy.
Robert was employed by Libbey Glass beginning in maintenance, then becoming an FP mechanic, and retired as a machinist with over forty years of service. In his youth, Robert played...
Alvin F. Hill, Jr.
May 21, 2026
Alvin F. Hill, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 22, 1957, to Alvin F. Hill and Mary M. (Miracola), Alvin lived a life defined by kindness, generosity, and devotion to those around him.
Alvin was a proud graduate of St. Agnes Grade School and Roy C. Start High School. He spent...
Kenneth H. Winslow
May 18, 2026
Kenneth “Kenny” Winslow, 68, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Kenny was born on July 19, 1957. He graduated from Whitmer High School and went on to work as a skilled Tool and Die Maker, a profession that reflected his intelligence, creativity, and remarkable ability to build and fix nearly anything.
Kenny was a man...
Chester "Chet" Allen Minkowski
May 18, 2026
In loving memory of Chester A. Minkowski, also known as Chet, unexpectedly passed away Monday, May 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of his children. He was born and raised in the Polish Village in Toledo, Ohio, on January 17, 1963, to Stanley and Alice Minkowski. He was a graduate of Woodward High School, Class of 1981.
Chet was a master...
Rhonda C. Bell Mims
May 15, 2026
Ms. Rhonda Bell Mims was born July 19, 1960 in Toledo, Ohio to her parents Ardis Barnett and Lillie B. Johnson. She passed this life on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Mercy Health Heart and Vascular Center, Toledo.
Rhonda inherited a love for cooking and fashion from her mother; her favorite color was purple. Rhonda attended Devilbiss High School...
Michael E Brunt
May 15, 2026
Michael E. Brunt, 73, passed away on May 15, 2026, at Toledo Hospital. His wife and children were at his side. Michael was born on December 2, 1952, to Robert and Thelma (Garrett) Brunt.
He married the love of his life, Judy, on August 23, 1986. They have two children, Douglas D. and Melissa Brunt.
Michael is survived by his wife, Judith...
Peggy Jane Bennett
May 15, 2026
Peggy Jane Bennett, 73, of Perrysburg, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 15, 2026. She was welcomed into the arms of Jesus after a long and beautiful life.
Peggy was born on June 19, 1952, in Bluffton, Ohio, to Kenneth and Rhodora Hartman. As a child, she developed a deep love for Christ which continued...
Marissa Ann Cox
May 13, 2026
Marissa Ann Cox, 45, passed away unexpectedly in April of 2026. She was born on May 17, 1980 to Darlene Cox and Daniel Pennington in Toledo, Ohio.
She obtained a Bachelor’s degree in History from the University of Toledo and then pursued Paralegal studies at Kent State University. She spent many of her working years as a barista at Starbucks.
What Marissa...
Eric Jay Walls
May 12, 2026
Eric Jay Walls, 70 years of age, passed away on May, 12th, 2026, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo, Ohio. He was born on May 21, 1955, to Lockeard and Janice (Briggs) Walls in Brighton, Michigan.
He attended Brighton High School and was a supervisor at Sunshine Food Corporation. Eric liked spending time with his family and friends. Eric also...
Kathleen "Kathy" Sue Crosby
May 12, 2026
Kathy Sue Crosby, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away on May 12, 2026. Over the last few years, Kathy suffered from AFIB, and while it slowed her down, she continued to remain strong. Kathy was born on December 30, 1949, in Tiffin, Ohio, to Robert and June (Schwab) Mellott. She settled down in Toledo, from 1969 until her passing. Kathy graduated...
Justine "JT" Fouts
May 11, 2026
Justine Fouts, age 66, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026, at the University of Toledo Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Justine was born on August 3, 1959, in Milton, Florida. As the daughter of a professional career Navy officer, she spent her childhood moving throughout many major cities across the United States, proudly...
Rocky L. Jacobs
May 9, 2026
Rocky L Jacobs, 73 years old, passed May 9, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Rocky was born January, 10, 1953, in Tiffin, Ohio, to Patricia (Fry) and Melvin Jacobs.
A graduate of Columbian High School, class of 1971, Rocky began his working years at Republic Roofing, then went to Feller Motors, where he advanced to Sales Manager....
Kenneth Urbaytis
May 9, 2026
Kenneth "Kenny" Urbaytis, age 89, passed away on May 8, 2026, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio.
Kenny was born December 21, 1936, in Toledo, Ohio and graduated from Woodward High School in 1955. He worked at AP Parts for over thirty years, and he often regaled his family with stories about the plant and his coworkers.
Cars and auto racing were among...
Kay Lorraine Simpson
May 8, 2026
Kay Lorraine Simpson of Smiths Creek, Michigan, passed away on Friday, May 8th, 2026 in Toledo, OH. She will be remembered for her warm heart, her strong spirit, and the way she quietly cared for those around her.Kay was born to Donald and Inez Simpson on February 8th, 1948. She was a high school graduate who spent time working for...
Terri M. Lantz
May 8, 2026
Terri Lantz, 66, of Maumee, had a gardener's hands, an artist's eye, and absolutely no habit of sugarcoating the truth. If she had something to say, you were going to hear it - whether it stung a little or not. The people who knew her best understood that honesty was part of her love. She believed in being real with...
Karen Kay Krzyminski
May 8, 2026
Karen Kay Kazmierczak Krzyminski, 67, passed away on May 8, 2026, leaving behind a world that feels far less colorful without her in it.
Karen lived boldly, loudly, and fully - like summer itself. She loved sunshine on her skin, dark bronzed skin, frozen piña coladas, pink flamingos, music turned up too loud, karaoke beneath colored lights, and holidays overflowing...
Johnny L. Smith
May 7, 2026
On May 7, 2026, Johnny Lee Smith went to meet those who had gone before him: his parents Bernie and Gertie, his son Marion Scott Smith, eight brothers, and one sister - leaving one younger brother remaining.
Johnny, 78, and a beloved husband to his wife of 58 years, Evelyn, created a life filled with family and friends. He will...
Frederick J. Peltier II
May 4, 2026
Fred Peltier passed away peacefully Monday, May 4, 2026.
He was a great storyteller, a keen observer of the world, kind to those around him, knowledgeable about everything (pop culture, art, movies, science, architecture, music, politics, history) and was funny as hell.
He was a highly respected architect Director of Design and Construction at the University of Toledo for many years. He...