Obituaries

Jun 21, 2023

“Gerry” Frueh, 92, passed away at 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at her home.

Gerry was born on August 7, 1930, in Lima, Ohio, to Albert and Grace (McNamara) Eilerman.  On February 16, 1952, she married her love of 72 years, Thomas Joseph Frueh, who survives in Lima.

Gerry was a secretary at...

Jun 20, 2023

Rhea Rolsten, 91, passed away at 9:20 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s Medical Center.

Rhea was born on February 13, 1932, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Earl Hanthorn and Aldia Eileen (Hawkins) Foster.  On January 17, 1951, she married Paul Eugene Rolsten, who preceded her in death on March 27,...

Jun 19, 2023

Martin (Marty) Robert Hopkins, 64, passed away unexpectedly on June 19, 2023 at his home he shared with his loving wife Terri (Laemmle) Hopkins in Lima, Ohio.

He was born on April 4, 1959 in Cincinnati, Ohio and grew up in Defiance, Ohio. He graduated from Defiance College in 1981 with a Bachelors of Science in Accounting...

Jun 18, 2023

Mark Loggi, 64, passed away at 1:45 p.m. on June 18, 2023, at his residence.

Mark was born on February 23, 1959, in Lima, Ohio, to Jacob and Gloria (Mauch) Loggi.

Mark was a 1977 graduate of Lima Central Catholic. He worked at Butler Drugstore, Lima Armature Works, Nickles Bakery, and most recently Speedway. When...

Jun 18, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Dawson, 77, passed away at 7:10 a.m. on Sunday, June 18, 2023, at Shawnee Manor Nursing Home.

Mary was born on August 5, 1945, in Lima, Ohio, to Charles L. and Ruth B. (Smith) Dawson.

Mary enjoyed watching T.V., embroidery, board games, playing cards, and computer games. She loved spending time with her...

Jun 11, 2023

Sally Selvaggio, 82, passed away on June 11, 2023, at 6:55 a.m. at Mercy Health St. Rita’s Medical Center.

Sally was born on July 27, 1940, in Delphos, Ohio, to Clyde and Elsie (Miller) Clark.

Sally was a graduate of Delphos Jefferson High School. She enjoyed gambling trips with her friends, and flowering and gardening....

Jun 7, 2023

James “Jerry” Bernard Smith, 76, passed away at 7:34 p.m. on June 7, 2023, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s in Lima.

Jerry was born on April 27, 1947, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Bernard and Norma (Eickholt) Smith.  On October 15, 1971, he married Patricia (Ricker) Smith, who survives in Lima.

Jerry graduated from...

Jun 1, 2023

YOUNG AGAIN, Carolyn Fosse, 89, lived and loved Lima - clear lakes, snowflakes, tennis, Chinese checkers, Purdue basketball, her husband and two children. Strong, capable, and sparkling - she left this world on June 1, 2023, at 5:41 p.m.

She treasured relatives, friends, beloved neighbors, and the underdog. She tutored math students, helped found Westside Swim and...

Jun 1, 2023

Patricia Lee Karcher, 76, passed away at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s in Lima while on St. Rita’s Hospice.

Patricia was born on February 19, 1947, in Marion, Ohio, to Everett and Eilleen (Prater) Reeves who preceded her in death.  On October 17, 1968, she married Robert J. Karcher Sr.,...

May 28, 2023

Avonni Evans, 12, passed away on May 28, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her loved ones.

Avonni was born on June 21, 2010, in Lima, Ohio, to John Barnett and Carolyn Evans.

Avonni loved volleyball, dancing, making TikTok videos, swimming, spending time with her friends, and hanging with her brothers, mom and grandma. Avonni...

May 26, 2023

Lucien (Lou) Cosyn, 96, passed away at 2:00 p.m. on May 26, 2023, at Smithville Western Care Center in Smithville, OH.

Lucien was born on September 14, 1926, in Hillegem, Belgium, to the late Victor and Cordula (De Mets) Cosyn. He emigrated to Canada with his family in 1932, and grew up in Leamington, Ontario. On October...

May 26, 2023

Robert “Bob” A. Kohli, 58, passed away at 4:45 a.m. on Friday, May 26, 2023, at Odem at Auglaize. Bob was born on August 18, 1964, in Lima, Ohio, to Robert Kohli and Lois (Cox) Burgan.

Bob had served in the U.S. Army and then became a CDL Truck Driver and worked for Big Daddy’s & Army’s. ...

May 19, 2023

Zachary Lee Elwood Kohli, 21, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023, at his home.  Zac was born on January 28, 2002 in Lima, Ohio, to Joshua Kohli and Holly (Richard) Roderigues.

Zac was a graduate of Elida High School.  He liked gunsmithing, hanging out with his friends and traveling.  Recently he enjoyed going to the casino....

May 17, 2023

DATELINE:  Lima, Ohio

Phillip Lee Colley, 69, passed away at 12:40 a.m. on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Kindred Hospital in Lima.

Phil was born on February 1, 1954 in Marion, Ohio, to Walter and Mary (Waits) Colley.  On August 16, 1997 he married his love, Kathleen (Miller) Colley, who survives in Lima.

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May 15, 2023

Karen Lynn Winters, 76, passed away at 5:20 p.m. on Monday, May 15, 2023, at E.W. Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, MI surrounded by her Michigan family.

Karen was born on February 13, 1947, in Lima, Ohio, to John and Barbara (Waymack) Prior.  On September 10, 1967, she married her love, David M. Winters, who preceded her in...

May 13, 2023

Linda Crites, 70, passed away on May 13, 2023, at her residence.

Linda was born on February 4, 1953, in Lima, Ohio, to Edward and Frances (Lytle) Kochen. On October 23, 1973, she married Barry Crites who survives in Lima.

Linda was a retired Elida school bus driver. She loved gardening and watching Hallmark Christmas...

May 8, 2023

Nicholas Hale, 55, surprised everyone but Jesus when he went to meet him at 7:52 p.m. on Monday, May 8, 2023, at his home.

Nicholas was born on June 13, 1967 in Lima, Ohio, to Norman and Ruth (Wireman) Hale.  On February 8, 2008 he married Sherry (Punches) Hale, who survives in Lima.

Nicholas was...

May 6, 2023

Pearl Phillip Dorst, 62, passed away at his residence at 6:10 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2023, and went home to be with his Lord.

Phil was born on October 15, 1960 in Lancaster, Ohio, to Stanley Eugene and Sharon Kay (Landis) Dorst.  He married Shirley Dorst who preceded him in death on December 3, 2011

May 6, 2023

Helen Smith, 95, passed away at 7:55 a.m. on May 6, 2023, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s Medical Center.

Helen was born on July 5, 1927, in Ada, Ohio, to Wayne and Anna (Elzay) Wright. She married Dan R. Smith on November 16, 1946.

Helen was a graduate of Ada High School. She worked for...

May 1, 2023

John Morris Roush (Buzzy), 72, of Lima, passed away on May 1, 2023, at St. Rita’s Medical Center after a brave battle with cancer, with his loving family holding his hands.

John was born on May 27, 1950, in Lima, Ohio, to William and Dorthy (Redd) Roush who preceded him in death. On March 17th, St. Patrick’s...