Obituaries
Lewis Eugene Russell
Aug 21, 2024
Lewis Eugene Russell passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at Mercy Health St. Rita's.
Lewis was born December 8, 1950 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Harold C. Russell and Nancy (Stubblefield) Harmon.
Lewis served in the U.S. Navy from 1971 - 1975 and then was a truck driver for 27 years. On February 9, 1998 he married RoxAnna (Edwards) Russell,...
Betty Hahn
Aug 19, 2024
Betty Hahn, 102, passed away at 10:30 p.m. on Monday, August 19, 2024, at her home.
Betty was born on February 22, 1922, in Lima, to the late Herman Herman and Frances (Gorham) Phillips. In April of 1940, she married Paul G Hahn Sr., who preceded her in death in 1973.
Betty was a member of St. Gerard Catholic Church since 1955....
Gerald Strayer
Aug 16, 2024
Gerald “Jerry” M. Strayer, 89, passed away at 10:38 p.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, at St. Rita’s Hospital.
Gerald was born on April 29, 1935, in Lima, Ohio, to the late LaVerne F. “Dutch” Strayer and Geraldine (Detrick) Strayer. On January 13, 1954, he married Wanda K. (Osmon) Strayer, who survives in Lima, Ohio.
He loved to sing. Whether it was...
Nodja R. DeVita
Aug 15, 2024
Nodja R. DeVita, 77, passed away at 1:52 p.m. on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at Otterbein of Cridersville.
Nodja was born on February 22, 1947, in Lima, Ohio, to William Soloman and Ruth Mary (Woods) Keller. On September 24, 1964, she married Thomas DeVita who preceded her in death on April 8, 2006.
Nodja enjoyed bowling and golfing. She loved spending time...
Michael "Mike" Walter Hull
Aug 14, 2024
Michael Walter “Mike” Hull, 84, passed away peacefully at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Lima Memorial Hospital. Mike was born May 6, 1940, in Ottawa, Ohio to the late William S. and Elizabeth “Libby” (Borer) Hull.
Mike was a 1959 graduate of Lima Central Catholic High School and served in the United States Navy. He worked for Sears...
Julia Pope
Aug 9, 2024
LIMA – Julia M. Pope, 82, of Lima, passed away on August 9, 2024 at Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born on November 1, 1941 to the late George and Velma (Schroeder) Pope.
Julia will be missed by many friends that had the pleasure of working with her through the years. She was friendly, kind and helpful to those around her....
David Stewart Adams
Aug 9, 2024
David Stewart Adams, 85, died at 7:57 a.m. on Friday, August 9, 2024, at his home in Lima.
He was born November 5, 1938, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, the only child of David and Catherine (Cameron) Beach. In 1943 his mother divorced his birth father after he deserted the family. His mother remarried and David was adopted in 1946 by Lawrence...
B. William Osenbaugh
Aug 6, 2024
B. William Osenbaugh, 63, passed away at 11:28 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton, Ohio. Bill was born on December 14, 1960, in Lima, Ohio. He was adopted and raised by his loving grandparents, William Clifford and Patti (Camomile) Osenbaugh.
Bill worked as a security guard for Martin Investigative Services. He enjoyed working on cars, was...
William "Bill" C. Avery
Aug 2, 2024
William “Bill” C. Avery, 88, left his worldly body in a peaceful sleep on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 12:13 a.m. at Springview Manor.
Bill was born on August 18, 1935, in Lima, in a house on a hill on Harding Hwy, to Mary L. Baker and Charles Avery. He was raised by his mom and stepfather, Lawrence C. Baker. On...
Barbara Jane Kunkleman
Jul 30, 2024
Barbara (Barb) Jane Kunkleman was surrounded by her family as she was called home to meet her heavenly father in the early morning hours of July 30, 2024. She was born July 23, 1950 in Lima, Ohio to the late Paul Everett Ladd and Emma Kathryn (Bridges) Ladd.
On September 16, 1968, she married the love of her life, Larry Kunkleman,...
Steven W. Sanchez
Jul 29, 2024
Steven W. Sanchez, 64, formerly of Lima, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 in Colorado Springs, CO.
Steven was born on September 24, 1959, in Lima, Ohio to the late Carlos and Donna Louise (Shaw) Sanchez.
He is survived by his sisters, Michelle Sanchez, Kelly Sanchez, Heather Sanchez; and brothers, Michael Sanchez and Mark (Janet) Sanchez. Along with his parents, he...
Roger Allen Black
Jul 25, 2024
Roger Allen Black, 86, passed away at 10:50 p.m. on July 25, 2024, at Vancrest of Delphos.
Roger was born on March 9, 1938, in Adena, Ohio, to the late Mitchell M. “Mike” and Irene C. (Dorsey) Black. On June 18, 1965, he married his love, Mary Ellen (Frykman) Black, who survives in Lima.
Roger attended Lima Central High School. He retired...
Judith K. Riemesch
Jul 25, 2024
Judith (Judy) K. (Emehiser) Riemesch died on July 25, 2024, at her daughters home surrounded by family.
She was born May 18, 1941, in Indiana, Pennsylvania to the late Leroy and Dorothy (Bilby) Emehiser. She was privileged to have shared in the home care of both her mother and father before they passed away. On August 27, 1960 she married Willis...
Mary A. Cox
Jul 25, 2024
Mary A. Cox, 89, of Lima, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 5:21 a.m. at Mercy Health St. Rita’s.
She was born on September 20, 1934, in Bellevue, Ohio to Howard and Laura (Reinsel) Debo. On September 24, 1960, she married the love of her life, David Robert Cox, who preceded her in death on June 17, 2024, after...
Andrea Kay McAdams
Jul 24, 2024
Andrea Kay McAdams, 84, passed away at 7:39 a.m. on July 24, 2024, at her home in Elida.
Andrea was born on October 2, 1939, in Lima, Ohio, to Arden L. and Grace (Robinson) Roush. On August 19, 1961, she married the love of her life, Ronald McAdams, who survives in Elida.
Andrea was a graduate of Lima Senior High. Upon obtaining...
Dorothy Jeanette Pitchford
Jul 23, 2024
Dorothy Jeanette (Haight) Pitchford left this earth to dance on the streets of Heaven on July 23rd, 2024, at age 91.
Dorothy was born on November 29th,1932 in Van Wert, Ohio. Her parents were Malonde and Harriet Haight, who dearly loved her and her two sisters, Saundra and Jackie. Dottie spent part of her childhood in foster care, where a Mennonite...
Wendell W. Miller
Jul 15, 2024
Wendell Miller, 94, went home to be with The Lord at 6:18pm on July 15, 2024, at Lima Memorial Hospital.
Wendell was born on March 5, 1930, in Plain City, OH, to Abner & Lizzie Miller. On September 5, 1954, he married Luella Brenneman, the love of his life, who preceded him in death.
Wendell worked at Ford Motor Company where he...
Joyce K. Makin
Jul 11, 2024
Joyce K. Makin, 81, passed away at 8:37 p.m. on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at her home in Lima.
Joyce was born on April 12, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, to Chet and Della (Lewis) Dumm. On October 4, 1961, she married Lloyd Makin, who survives in Lima.
Joyce was a hostess at Bob Evans for 13 years. She was a member of...
G. Jay Clevenger
Jul 10, 2024
G. Jay Clevenger, 84, passed away at 9:56 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at his home.
Jay was born on June 17, 1940, in Lima, Ohio, to Donald R. and Evelyn Mae (Pursell) Clevenger. On July 1, 1994, he married Etta Faye (Mason) Clevenger, who survives in Columbus Grove.
Jay was a 1959 graduate of Vaughnsville High School. He served in...
Nancy Lee Kuhn
Jul 6, 2024
Nancy Lee Kuhn (Shuster), born on May 27, 1937, passed away on July 6, 2024, in her home, aged 87.
She was a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Nancy is survived by her children, Lisa Ross (Kuhn) and her husband John, and Mark Kuhn; five grandchildren, Benjamin, Rebecca, Faith, Daniel, and...
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