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...
Dorlene K. Johnson
May 12, 2026
Dorlene "Dorie" Kathryne "Hartung" Johnson, 75, born Sept 26, 1950 in Yakima, Washington State, passed May 12, 2026, at home on hospice in Toledo, Ohio. She began her life in Omaha, Nebraska then later moving to Seattle, Washington.
She was preceded in death by her first son, Jacob Hartung (born in Oregon in 1972, passing from SIDS) and both parents, Leslie...
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...
Gale Eugene Streator
May 5, 2026
My dad, Gale Eugene Streator, was born on October 31, 1953, in Heron Lake, Minnesota, to William and Pauline Streator. He spent his childhood in the close-knit farming community that he would always consider home.My dad was a quiet man. He was introverted, private, and never someone who sought the spotlight. Yet he was deeply passionate about the things he...
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...
Juan DeLaO Jr.
May 2, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORYA Life RememberedJuan De La O, known to many as John, Johnny, or Jonathan-and also known as "Knowledge"-was a man who lived life boldly, loudly, and fully. He passed away at home on May 2, 2026, surrounded by family.
Juan was the kind of person who seemed to know just about everything. If you needed advice, an answer,...
Ronald Dean Miller
May 2, 2026
Ronald Dean Miller, known simply as Ron to friends and Papa to the grandchildren who adored him, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 75 years old.
Born on September 12, 1950, Ron grew up with a strong work ethic, a love for engines, and a deep appreciation for the simple...
Patrick "Fred" Tetzlaff
May 1, 2026
Patrick "Fred" Alvin Tetzlaff, 75, of Sylvania, Ohio, passed away peacefully, on May 1, 2026, surrounded by many of his closest family members.
Fred was born on February 21, 1951, in Coleman, Wisconsin, to Clinton Tetzlaff and Bernetta (LaRose) Tetzlaff. He graduated from Greenfield High School and began his career with the Milwaukee Railroad as a Journeyman Machinist. Over the years,...
Cathy L. DeAngelo
Apr 30, 2026
Cathy Lou DeAngelo, age 75, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026 in Swanton, Ohio. Cathy was born to Marion Lou Cupp and Barbara Cupp (Varnes) on July 16, 1950 in Kingsport, TN. Cathy was a graduate of Whitmer High School, and enjoyed golfing, boating and any time spent on or near the water. She always spoke fondly of her...
Wallace R. Rush
Apr 30, 2026
Wallace "Wally" Ray Rush passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Toledo Hospital. He was born on September 5, 1944, in Gainesboro, Tennessee, to Henry and Dorothy (Heady) Rush. He attended Jackson County High School.
Wally proudly served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1967. On December 18, 1965, he married the love of his...
Tommie E. Hammack, Jr.
Apr 28, 2026
Tommie Elmer Hammack, Jr. ("Tom"), of Maumee, died at the Cleveland Clinic on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. He was 71 years old.
Tom was born to the late Tommie (Sr.) and Geraldine Hammack on August 24, 1954 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He married the first love of his life, Marti Hammack, on May 31, 1975 at the Bedford First Church of the...
Eugene Douglas Smith
Apr 28, 2026
Eugene Douglas Smith (Smitty), age 79, passed away on April 28, 2026. Smitty was born on September 5, 1946, in Reno, Nevada, to Douglas and Margaret Smith. He was a proud 1964 graduate of Tahoe Truckee High School in Truckee, California, and later earned his business degree from Bowling Green State University in 1978. That same year, he married the...