Obituaries
John William Mauk
Jan 25, 2024
In loving memory of John Mauk, it is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of John Mauk, a devoted husband, loving father, and proud Marine, who left this world on January 25, 2024, surrounded by the warmth and love of his wife, Judy Mauk, and daughter, Wendy Heber.
John was a man of unwavering strength, integrity, and kindness....
Wilma Rose McNeill-Pike
Jan 24, 2024
Wilma Rose McNeill-Pike, 94, passed away at 10:55 a.m. on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at her home in Lima.
Wilma was born on April 8, 1929, in Ecorse, MI, to the late William and Helen (Schatzinger) Murray. Wilma was a graduate of Delphos St Johns. Her first job was as a bank teller at City Loan in Lima. On March 6,...
Concetta "Connie" Guagenti
Jan 23, 2024
Concetta “Connie” Guagenti, 90, passed away at 11:46 a.m. on January 23, 2024 in her home.
Connie was born on June 14, 1933 in Chicago Heights, IL. to Philip and Jennie (Corso) Pagoria. On April 25, 1954, she married Joseph F. Guagenti, who preceded her in death on October 17, 2011. They were married for 56 wonderful years.
Connie is survived by...
Bruce Merry
Jan 21, 2024
Bruce Michael Merry, age 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 21, 2024, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, OH after a short battle with cancer. Bruce was born on December 16, 1944, in Lima, OH his parents Goldie and Robert Osmond preceded him in death.
Bruce was united in marriage to the love of his life, Joyce...
Gregory Scott Gallant
Jan 21, 2024
Gregory S. Gallant, 61, of Lima, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Cleveland Clinic. He was born on September 12, 1962 in Lima to the late Jack and Margaret “Peg” {DaPrato} Gallant.
Greg graduated from Lima Central Catholic Highschool in 1980 and then joined the U.S. Air Force. He lived for watching his children play sports and had a...
Winona Bernetta Brigode
Jan 19, 2024
Winona Rogers Brigode 12/15/1923-1/19/2024
Winona Bernetta (Rogers) Brigode was born in Reading, Oh, on Dec 15, 1923 to Pearl B. and Alice R (Brown) Rogers, who preceded her in death.
‘Nonie’ suffered through malaria and scarlet fever as a child, experiencing several summers of jaundice afterwards. At that early time, it could be seen she was small, but mighty. In those days, school years were...
Brenda E. Gibson
Jan 13, 2024
Brenda E. Gibson, 63, passed away at 7:21 a.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at St. Rita’s Medical Center.
Brenda was born on March 31, 1960, in Lima, Ohio, to Samuel and Ginger (Stubbs) McClure. On March 7, 1999, she married Junior Gibson II, who preceded her in death on January 27, 2022.
Brenda lived a...
Leona Charlotte Saunders
Jan 12, 2024
Leona (Charlotte) Saunders, 93, passed away at 3:12 p.m. on Friday, January 12, 2024, at Wilson Health in Sidney.
Charlotte was born on April 13, 1930, in Lima, Ohio, to William Henry and Inez Irene (Roberts) Meyer.
Charlotte was employed at ARA Food Services with Ford Motor Company for many years prior to retirement.
She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren,...
Marie J. Murphy
Jan 12, 2024
Marie J. Murphy, 92, passed away at 7:55 p.m. on Friday, January 12, 2024, at The Meadows of Ottawa.
Marie was born on March 3, 1931, in Lima, Ohio, to August P. and Hazel L. (Selby) Cira. On June 28, 1950, she married the love of her life, Thomas Murphy, who preceded her in death.
Marie...
Donnie Gene Boroff
Jan 7, 2024
Donnie Boroff, 67, of Lima, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at James Cancer Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. He was born on October 6, 1956 in Lima to the late Clarence “Bodie” and Hazel {Tippie} Boroff. On May 3, 1992, he married Linda {Glick}, who survives him.
Donnie was known as being an overall amazing athlete. He was great...
Frances Sally Luchini
Jan 7, 2024
Frances Sally Luchini, 89, passed away at 12:53 a.m. on Sunday, January 7, 2023, at Lost Creek Care Center.
Frances was born on August 1, 1934, in Brunswick, Georgia, to Clarence and Toye (Rentz) Moats. On February 6, 1953, she married John A. Luchini, who preceded her in death.
Frances was a member of St....
Ross William Skaggs
Jan 4, 2024
Ross William Skaggs, 69, passed away peacefully into Glory at 9:37 a.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at his home in Ada.
Ross was born on November 20, 1954, in Circleville, Ohio, to George and Virginia (Dobbs) Skaggs. On March 30, 1992, he married Mickaleen “Mickki” Louise (Kissling) Skaggs, who survives in Ada.
Ross was an...
Jerry Waddles
Jan 3, 2024
Jerry Waddles, 77, passed away at 9:48 p.m. on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Wapakoneta Manor.
Jerry was born on January 10, 1946, in Larkslane, Kentucky, to the late Aron & Gertrude (Ramey) Waddles.
Jerry served in the U.S. Air Force from 1968 – 1970 in Vietnam , then worked heavy equipment in construction. He...
Richard Randall Lee
Dec 29, 2023
Richard “Dick” Randall Lee, 81, passed away the morning of Friday, December 29, 2023, at his home in Lima.
Richard was born on July 20, 1942, in Lima, Ohio, to Harry R. and Betty G. Boss (Keenan-Zwiebel) Lee. On June 4, 1966, he married the love of his life, Susan J. (Smith) Lee, who preceded him in death...
Darold Lee Hefner
Dec 27, 2023
Darold Lee Hefner, 92, passed away at 7:08 a.m. on December 27, 2023, at his residence.
Darold was born on May 3, 1931, in Lima, Ohio, to Fred A. and Marjorie (Smith) Hefner. On August 18, 1978, he married Kathryn (Makris) Hefner, who survives in Lima.
Darold graduated from Lima South High School in 1949....
Susan Hoover
Dec 26, 2023
Susan K. Hoover, 75, passed away at 4:15 a.m. on December 26, 2023, at Lost Creek Healthcare.
Susan was born on September 17, 1948, in Lima, Ohio, to Jacob Russell and Emma Belle (Stemen) Sholler. On January 18, 1975, she married Joseph W. Hoover Jr., who preceded her in death.
Susan was a life...
Michael Kaye
Dec 24, 2023
Michael Kaye, 74, passed away at 3:06 P.M. on December 24, 2023, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota, Florida after a long battle with Multiple Myeloma.
Michael was born on January 20, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Mitchell and Nancy Kaye (Lasorella). On September 30, 1972, he married Roberta (Bobbi) Jean Gay, who survives in Sarasota, Florida and Marysville,...
Jessie Griffith
Dec 23, 2023
Jessie Griffith, 102, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at her daughter’s home in Lima surrounded by her family.
Jessie was born on June 13,1921, in Louisa, Kentucky, to the late Lyman and Sophia (Stone) Jones. On January 31, 1948, she married her beloved Ruben Griffith Jr., who preceded her in death on February 16, 2007,...
Stephen A. Drotar, Jr.
Dec 23, 2023
Stephen A Drotar, Jr, 82, peacefully passed away on December 23, 2023, at Lima Convalescent Home surrounded by his family.
Stephen was born on March 13, 1941, in Toledo, Ohio to Stephen,Sr (Pete) and Ruth (McCormick) Drotar. He graduated from Waite High School and attended Adrian College. He served his country in the United States Navy from 1962-1966. In...
Kathleen Smith
Dec 18, 2023
Kathleen Smith, 75, passed away on December 18, 2023, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s Medical Center.
Kathleen was born on December 25, 1947, in Lima, Ohio to Russell and Delores (Timmerman) Burden. On June 18, 1966, she married Boyd Smith who survives in Lima.
Kathleen loved going on cruises with her husband. She also enjoyed reading...
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