Coldren-Crates Funeral Home Obituaries

Joan I. Wilch - December 30, 1929 - December 09, 2022

Departed: 12/09/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Joan I. Wilch, 92, of Findlay passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022, at The Heritage, in Findlay. She was born on December 30, 1929, in Jenera, Ohio, the daughter of the late Harvey and Anna (Burger) Bame. On June 1, 1930, she was baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jenera and also confirmed on February 27, 1949, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jenera. She was a 1948 graduate of Rawson High School. On June 30, 1950, she married Elmer E. Wilch who preceded her on December 2, 2018.

Survivors include a son, Steven (Sandra) Wilch, two grandchildren, Douglas (Maki) Wilch and Suzanne Wilch, and a great grandson Elijah Rodriguez, and a daughter in law, Tamara Wilch (Thomas) Langlois. Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband, a son Donald Wilch, and a brother, John Charles "Bud" (Sharon) Bame.

Joan was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Jenera where she also taught Sunday School. She was formerly employed at Stiff's General Store, Jenera Elevator, West Florida Refrigeration, and Kennedy Printing in Findlay. She was an Assistant Cub Scout Leader and Co-President of Northview PTO. Joan enjoyed spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren.

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Barbara Jean Bumpus - December 16, 1950 - December 08, 2022

Departed: 12/08/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Jean Bumpus, 71, of Bowling Green, passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2022, in Bowling Green.

She was born on December 16,1950 in Kenton, Ohio to the late Virgil and Donna (Thrailkill) Deitrick. She was also preceded in death by her sisters Colleen Fields and Dale Ann Gainey.

Barbara is survived by her son Robert Bumpus of Bowling Green; grandchildren Tyler and Kaitlynn Bumbus, and Dominik Nickolson; great-grandchild Harper Kay Valent; sisters Arvilla Fagan of Findlay, Ohio and Connie Sue Deitrick of Fostoria, Ohio.

Barbara was a 1970 graduate of Cory Rawson High School. After graduating, she worked for the Lear Corporation.

She was sentimental and enjoyed collecting trinkets. Her family and grandchildren meant the world to her.

Barbara's funeral will be 11 a.m. Thursday, December 15, 2022, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay, with Pastor Charles Snelling officiating. Visitation will be held 1 hour (10-11:00 am) prior to the service. Burial will be at Knollcrest, Findlay.

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Connie Jo Barr - May 07, 1941 - December 08, 2022

Departed: 12/08/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Connie Jo Barr, age 81, of Findlay, died at 9:06 pm on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born on May 7, 1941, in Fostoria to the late Floyd and M. Ruth Karnes Horner. On October 22, 1960, she married Dale Walton Barr and he survives.

Also surviving are a son, Bruce D. (Kristy) Barr of Lake Wales, Florida; daughter, Bonnie Eileen (Philip) Sponsler of Findlay; grandchildren: Tiffany (Josh) Bonker, Ryan Sponsler, Aaron Sponsler, Austen (fiancee, Jacqueline) Fowler and Bruce Andrew Barr; great grandchildren; twins, June and Kyleigh Bonker. She was preceded in death by a son, Billy Jo Barr; brother, Eldon F. Horner and sister, Vicki Sue Kremper.

Connie was a 1959 graduate of Arcadia High School and earned her Bachelor of Education Degree from Bowling Green State University. She taught remedial reading in the Lakota School District and at Hope Temple Christian School, grades K-12. She was the former owner of Nu-Yu Studio of Beauty, where she sponsered and coached their softball teams. Connie was also a large Ohio State Football fan. She had been a member of High Street United Methodist Church and Hope Temple and was currently a member of Dayspring Assembly of God in Bowling Green. Connie was known by everyone as a "Prayer Warrior".

Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME in Findlay from 1-5 pm. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 11:00am on Monday. Pastor Steve Davis will officiate and interment will follow at Knollcrest Gardens. Memorials may be given to the Dayspring Strengthening Fund at the church. Online condolences are welcomed at www.coldrencrates.com.

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Terrance "Terry" W. Baker - September 02, 1950 - December 06, 2022

Departed: 12/06/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Terrance W. Baker, age 72, passed quietly at home Dec 6, 2022 under home care of Hospice. He was born on September 2, 1950, to the late Delton E. Baker and Betty I. (Deidrick) Baker. Terry was married to Roxanne Phillips, but they later divorced. Terry is survived by his wife Rande (Suchy) Baker and his four children: Cassie Coppus(Mt. Cory), Andrea (Greg) Krieger (Rawson), Stepsons: Ryan Solomon, and Mathew Solomon (Irvine, CA), six Grandchildren: Madison, McKinley, Zac, Cooper, Jasper, and Andrew; Siblings: Dennis (Diana) Baker, Sherri Frantz, Thomas Baker who all reside in Findlay; Mother-n-Law: Caryl Koenig (Naples, FL); Sister-n-Law Christie Bartley(Mobile,AL), Sister-/Brother-n-Law: Annie and Michael Suchy (Taylorsville, KY), and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Terry was a 1968 graduate of Van Buren High School, an Eagle Scout, and a Member of the National Honor Society. He attended The Ohio State University for one year and later proudly served his country deployed in Vietnam as a member of the 101st Airborne (Airmobile, U.S. Army). He began a Photography career in Detroit in 1972, and started Baker Photography in Findlay in 1974. Terry was blessed with good health for 64 years, but reluctantly closed the business in 2014 due to health concerns. He was also a faithful attendant at Faith Presbyterian Church.

Terry was a humble, quiet, and kind man with a giving spirit. His family will miss him dearly, but will never forget the lessons of life and love that he taught them. He will be remembered for his endless energy, tireless work ethic, and smiling eyes. He touched so many lives with his gift of photography, being behind the camera, and capturing many special moments. This is what he loved and where he was most comfortable. Those that were close to Terry, knew that he preferred giving much more than receiving. In lieu of a funeral and to honor Terry, he wishes for everyone to celebrate and remember his life in their own way. We know he will be with us in spirit.

Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Terry to Bridge Home Health and Hospice Northwest Ohio, the Amyloidosis Foundation (7151 North Main Street Suite 2, Clarkstone, MI 48346), and Faith Presbyterian Church (700 E. Melrose, Findlay).

A special Thank You to Bridge Hospice, Coldren-Crates Funeral Home, and family and friends for their love and support during this difficult time. Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.

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Peggy J. Huff - August 08, 1934 - December 03, 2022

Departed: 12/03/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Peggy J. Huff, 88, of Findlay, passed away at 5:12 p.m., Saturday, December 3, 2022, at her residence. She was born on August 8, 1934, in Findlay to the late Edward C. and Lena (Hurlds) Wentz. She married the love of her life, William E. Huff Jr., on August 22, 1951 and he preceded her in death on October 4, 2017.

Peggy is survived by her daughters: Vickie (Mike-deceased) Householder of Findlay and Deb (Randy) McCoy of Findlay; son, Mark (special friend, Tami Murphy) Huff of Findlay; grandchildren: April (Ryan) Houck, Michael Householder II, Jason (Trayci) Householder, Jennie (Craig) Brodman, Ryan McCoy, Austin Cornette and Michael Murphy; great-grandchildren: Hunter Houck, Nolan Houck, Cora Householder, Bennett Householder, Paige Householder, Parker Householder, Ashton McCoy, Ainsley McCoy and Mavis Brodman; and her beloved Bichon, Sophie Lu.

She was also preceded in death by her identical twin sister, Patty Crawford, and sisters: Norma Kathyrn Wentz and Joy Wentz; and her grandson, Logan Houck.

Peggy was a gifted homemaker, and had worked at JCPenny for 20 years and retired from Blanchard Valley Hospital after over 20 years as a Medical Records Clerk. She was a member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church in Findlay. Peggy was a talented seamstress throughout her life making numerous clothing items for her family and others. She loved cooking, baking, crocheting and going to races with her husband and family so she could people watch.

We love you mom with all our hearts for being the loving and kind, mom, grandma and great-grandma that you always were.

The family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Ginny, Kenna, Shanna, Ashley and Megan for the wonderful care they provided to Peggy.

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Emilee D. Tolliver - February 06, 1985 - December 03, 2022

Departed: 12/03/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Emilee D. (Stevenson) Tolliver, age 37, of rural Ada, died suddenly at 5:00pm on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at her residence. She was born in Fostoria, Ohio on February 6, 1985, to Larry T. Stevenson, deceased and Dawn Abell who survives. She married Ryan Tolliver on August 26, 2021 and he survives.

Also surviving are daughters: Aubree Stevenson and Annabell Tolliver; sisters: Devon Stevenson and Rachel (Charlie) Best.

Emilee had a big heart and loved spending time with her daughters. She enjoyed having a cup of coffee and spending time with her nieces and nephews. For every negative thought you told her, you had to tell her 5 positives. She worked at Kohl's Distribution Center in Findlay. Visitation will be held Friday December 9, 2022 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, 205 West Sandusky Street in Findlay. Online condolences are welcomed at www.coldrencrates.com.

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Winfield A Ziessler - June 01, 1929 - December 01, 2022

Departed: 12/01/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Winfield A. Ziessler, 93 of rural Findlay passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at his residence. He was born in Deshler, Ohio on June 1, 1929 to the late Winfield S. and Helen (Beck) Ziessler. Winfield was a 1947 graduate of Arcadia High School and served his country proudly in the U.S. Air Force from 1947-1950. On July 29, 1953 he married Carol Kuhn and she survives along with four children; Brian Ziessler of Findlay, Christina (John) Butler of Mt. Cory, Scott (Sandra) Ziessler of Boise, ID and Mary Jo (Mitch) Starner of Killbuck, OH. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren, brothers; Richard (Betty) Ziessler, Owen (Kay) Ziessler both of Bluffton, sisters; Virginia Shields of Curtis, Nancy (Gary) Stoody of Huntsville, sister-in-law, Jean Ziessler of Upper Sandusky, brother-in-law; John Hanna. He was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Sherri Ziessler, sister, Janet Hanna, brother, Carl Ziessler, brothers-in-law; Walter Shields and Raymond Kuhn. Mr. Ziessler worked at Roy Dimmer garage until 1953 when he began his career at the U.S. Post Office where he served as a clerk until 1972. He then became the Post Master in New Riegel before retiring from the Arcadia Post Office in 1987. He played in the VFW band from his senior year in high school until 1970. Winfield enjoyed fishing and spending time at the lake on his boat. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and taking them on tractor rides. He could be found in the morning, sitting at the back door of the garage with a cup of coffee watching his birds or spending time with his family, enjoying a bonfire. He also loved his annual trip to the Pennsylvania hunting cabin with his brothers. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 from 3:00 – 7:00 PM at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME where additional visitation will be held on Wednesday, from 10:00 – 11:00AM prior to the service. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Bob Green officiating. A private family burial will take place later in Knollcrest Gardens. Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Winfield to the Mt. Zion United East Methodist Church or Bridge Home Health & Hospice. Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.

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Winfield A Ziessler - June 01, 1929 - December 01, 2022

Departed: 12/01/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Winfield A. Ziessler, 93 of rural Findlay passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at his residence. He was born in Deshler, Ohio on June 1, 1929 to the late Winfield S. and Helen (Beck) Ziessler. Winfield was a 1947 graduate of Arcadia High School and served his country proudly in the U.S. Air Force from 1947-1950. On July 29, 1953 he married Carol Kuhn and she survives along with four children; Brian Ziessler of Findlay, Christina (John) Butler of Mt. Cory, Scott (Sandra) Ziessler of Boise, ID and Mary Jo (Mitch) Starner of Killbuck, OH. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren, brothers; Richard (Betty) Ziessler, Owen (Kay) Ziessler both of Bluffton, sisters; Virginia Shields of Curtis, Nancy (Gary) Stoody of Huntsville, sister-in-law, Jean Ziessler of Upper Sandusky, brother-in-law; John Hanna. He was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Sherri Ziessler, sister, Janet Hanna, brother, Carl Ziessler, brothers-in-law; Walter Shields and Raymond Kuhn. Mr. Ziessler worked at Roy Dimmer garage until 1953 when he began his career at the U.S. Post Office where he served as a clerk until 1972. He then became the Post Master in New Riegel before retiring from the Arcadia Post Office in 1987. He played in the VFW band from his senior year in high school until 1970. Winfield enjoyed fishing and spending time at the lake on his boat. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and taking them on tractor rides. He could be found in the morning, sitting at the back door of the garage with a cup of coffee watching his birds or spending time with his family, enjoying a bonfire. He also loved his annual trip to the Pennsylvania hunting cabin with his brothers. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 from 3:00 – 7:00 PM at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME where additional visitation will be held on Wednesday, from 10:00 – 11:00AM prior to the service. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Bob Green officiating. A private family burial will take place later in Knollcrest Gardens. Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Winfield to the Mt. Zion United East Methodist Church or Bridge Home Health & Hospice. Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.

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Janis D. Aldrich - August 20, 1953 - December 01, 2022

Departed: 12/01/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Janis D. Aldrich, 69, of Tiffin, passed away at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay on Thursday, December 1, 2022. She was born in Lima, Ohio on August 20, 1953 the daughter of the late Melray and Phyllis (Cline) Aldrich. On June 2, 1973 she married Wilbert A. Brunn and later divorced.

Janis is survived by her daughters, Sherry (Troy) Craig, and Shellie Hunker, both of Tiffin, Ohio, three grandchildren, Tyler and Cody Craig, and Taylor Newman, a great-granddaughter Ivy, as well as her sister, Vicki (Michael) Jurkiewicz, of Findlay.

Janis retired after 34 years as a LPN in 2003. She was an Advanced EMT with Hanco retiring after 25 years. Janis worked diligently with volunteer EMT's and in 1991 was selected as National EMT of the Year. Also in 1991 she was chosen as Woman of the Year for Medical Achievements from Business Professional Women of Hancock County. She was a member of the Eastern Star and recently received her fifty year pin. She enjoyed word finds and spending as much time as she could with family.

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Janis D. Aldrich - August 20, 1953 - December 01, 2022

Departed: 12/01/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Janis D. Aldrich, 69, of Tiffin, passed away at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay on Thursday, December 1, 2022. She was born in Lima, Ohio on August 20, 1953 the daughter of the late Melray and Phyllis (Cline) Aldrich. On June 2, 1973 she married Wilbert A. Brunn and later divorced.

Janis is survived by her daughters, Sherry (Troy) Craig, and Shellie Hunker, both of Tiffin, Ohio, three grandchildren, Tyler and Cody Craig, and Taylor Newman, a great-granddaughter Ivy, as well as her sister, Vicki (Michael) Jurkiewicz, of Findlay.

Janis retired after 34 years as a LPN in 2003. She was an Advanced EMT with Hanco retiring after 25 years. Janis worked diligently with volunteer EMT's and in 1991 was selected as National EMT of the Year. Also in 1991 she was chosen as Woman of the Year for Medical Achievements from Business Professional Women of Hancock County. She was a member of the Eastern Star and recently received her fifty year pin. She enjoyed word finds and spending as much time as she could with family.

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Velma L. Benner - January 28, 1924 - November 30, 2022

Departed: 11/30/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Velma L. Benner, 98, of Findlay passed away at the Bridge Hospice Care Center on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. She was born in Allen County on January 28, 1924 the daughter of the late Nelson and Minnie (Bidlack) Shrider. On June, 15 1947 she married Fred Benner who preceded her in death on April 21, 2003.

Survivors include her sons, Michael (Judy) Benner, of McComb and Robert Benner, of Findlay. Four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Ronald Benner, a sister, Helen Radabaugh, and a brother, Walter Shrider.

Velma was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, Findlay, Morning Glories Bowling League, and the United Methodist Church Bowling League. She was formerly employed at the Ohio Oil, Buckeye Traction Ditching, J.C. Penny's, Findlay City Schools Kitchen, and Fibers Company.

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Velma L. Benner - January 28, 1924 - November 30, 2022

Departed: 11/30/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Velma L. Benner, 98, of Findlay passed away at the Bridge Hospice Care Center on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. She was born in Allen County on January 28, 1924 the daughter of the late Nelson and Minnie (Bidlack) Shrider. On June, 15 1947 she married Fred Benner who preceded her in death on April 21, 2003.

Survivors include her sons, Michael (Judy) Benner, of McComb and Robert Benner, of Findlay. Four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Ronald Benner, a sister, Helen Radabaugh, and a brother, Walter Shrider.

Velma was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, Findlay, Morning Glories Bowling League, and the United Methodist Church Bowling League. She was formerly employed at the Ohio Oil, Buckeye Traction Ditching, J.C. Penny's, Findlay City Schools Kitchen, and Fibers Company.

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Dina L. Bowers - March 28, 1939 - November 29, 2022

Departed: 11/29/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Dina L. Bowers, 83, of Deshler, died on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay, OH. She was born in Hoytville, Ohio on March 28, 1939, the daughter of the late Henry and Frances (Mawer) Scheerer. In 2001 she married Allen Bowers, who preceded her in death on August 26, 2022.

Surviving Dina are her children: Rick Newcomer of Columbus, OH, Darryl (Laura) Newcomer of North Baltimore, OH, Michael Newcomer of Findlay, Victoria (Justin) Hendren of McComb; step-children: Donna Rader of Defiance, Ohio, and Ray (Aryann) Bowers of Bowling Green; siblings: Nancy (Jack) Scheidler of McComb, Sally (Jim) Mchaffie of Tiffin, Donna (Donnie) Gordan of McComb, Betty (Elmer) Long of Bowling Green, Mary (Garver) Oxley of Tiffin, Mick (Loretta) Scheerer; grandchildren: Austen, Logan, Cameron, Ian and Aiden Hendren, Garrett Clark-Rader, Levi Newcomer, Ryder Sammons, Baylee and Kenzy Bowers, Ty Ditto, Andy J. Morgan; and great-grandchildren: Liam Hendren, Emery Baker, Jaemacyn, Dallas, and Jersey Morgan.

Dina is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Allen, a son Earl (Peanut) Newcomer; sisters: Norma (Skip) Oman, Margie (Bill) Bibler, Susan (Butch) Sutton, and Lois (Keith) George.

Dina enjoyed her career as a bus driver for decades at McComb schools and retired at the age of 73. She drove countless miles for both school and sporting events. Dina took great pleasure in attending her grandchildren's sporting events.

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Dina L. Bowers - March 28, 1939 - November 29, 2022

Departed: 11/29/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Dina L. Bowers, 83, of Deshler, died on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay, OH. She was born in Hoytville, Ohio on March 28, 1939, the daughter of the late Henry and Frances (Mawer) Scheerer. In 2001 she married Allen Bowers, who preceded her in death on August 26, 2022.

Surviving Dina are her children: Rick Newcomer of Columbus, OH, Darryl (Laura) Newcomer of North Baltimore, OH, Michael Newcomer of Findlay, Victoria (Justin) Hendren of McComb; step-children: Donna Rader of Defiance, Ohio, and Ray (Aryann) Bowers of Bowling Green; siblings: Nancy (Jack) Scheidler of McComb, Sally (Jim) Mchaffie of Tiffin, Donna (Donnie) Gordan of McComb, Betty (Elmer) Long of Bowling Green, Mary (Garver) Oxley of Tiffin, Mick (Loretta) Scheerer; grandchildren: Austen, Logan, Cameron, Ian and Aiden Hendren, Garrett Clark-Rader, Levi Newcomer, Ryder Sammons, Baylee and Kenzy Bowers, Ty Ditto, Andy J. Morgan; and great-grandchildren: Liam Hendren, Emery Baker, Jaemacyn, Dallas, and Jersey Morgan.

Dina is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Allen, a son Earl (Peanut) Newcomer; sisters: Norma (Skip) Oman, Margie (Bill) Bibler, Susan (Butch) Sutton, and Lois (Keith) George.

Dina enjoyed her career as a bus driver for decades at McComb schools and retired at the age of 73. She drove countless miles for both school and sporting events. Dina took great pleasure in attending her grandchildren's sporting events.

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Bonnie J. Holden - May 16, 1934 - November 27, 2022

Departed: 11/27/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Bonnie J. Holden, 88, of Findlay, passed away at 5:35 a.m., Sunday, November 27, 2022, at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. She was born on May 16, 1934, in Hancock County to the late Ralph and Bernice (Keelor) Stough. She married Raymond Holden on May 30, 1975, and he preceded her in death on October 3, 2009.

Bonnie is survived by her sons: Gary (Joanne-deceased) Vogelsong of Myrtle Beach, SC and Ronald (Cindy) Vogelsong of Findlay; daughter, Debra (Keith) Reese of Whitehouse, OH; brother, Larry Stough of Henderson, NV; sister, Frances Constant of Muncie, IN; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by brothers: Ralph Jr. and Richard Stough; sisters: Florence Oakley and Helen Stough.

Bonnie retired from Blanchard Valley School, where she was a teacher for over 35 years. She had been very active in the community and was an extremely loving and caring woman.

At Bonnie's request all services will be private. Burial will be in Knollcrest Gardens, east of Findlay.

Arrangements are being handled by COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay.

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Bonnie J. Holden - May 16, 1934 - November 27, 2022

Departed: 11/27/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Bonnie J. Holden, 88, of Findlay, passed away at 5:35 a.m., Sunday, November 27, 2022, at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. She was born on May 16, 1934, in Hancock County to the late Ralph and Bernice (Keelor) Stough. She married Raymond Holden on May 30, 1975, and he preceded her in death on October 3, 2009.

Bonnie is survived by her sons: Gary (Joanne-deceased) Vogelsong of Myrtle Beach, SC and Ronald (Cindy) Vogelsong of Findlay; daughter, Debra (Keith) Reese of Whitehouse, OH; brother, Larry Stough of Henderson, NV; sister, Frances Constant of Muncie, IN; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by brothers: Ralph Jr. and Richard Stough; sisters: Florence Oakley and Helen Stough.

Bonnie retired from Blanchard Valley School, where she was a teacher for over 35 years. She had been very active in the community and was an extremely loving and caring woman.

At Bonnie's request all services will be private. Burial will be in Knollcrest Gardens, east of Findlay.

Arrangements are being handled by COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay.

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Bonnie J. Holden - May 16, 1934 - November 27, 2022

Departed: 11/27/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Bonnie J. Holden, 88, of Findlay, passed away at 5:35 a.m., Sunday, November 27, 2022, at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. She was born on May 16, 1934, in Hancock County to the late Ralph and Bernice (Keelor) Stough. She married Raymond Holden on May 30, 1975, and he preceded her in death on October 3, 2009.

Bonnie is survived by her sons: Gary (Joanne-deceased) Vogelsong of Myrtle Beach, SC and Ronald (Cindy) Vogelsong of Findlay; daughter, Debra (Keith) Reese of Whitehouse, OH; brother, Larry Stough of Henderson, NV; sister, Frances Constant of Muncie, IN; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by brothers: Ralph Jr. and Richard Stough; sisters: Florence Oakley and Helen Stough.

Bonnie retired from Blanchard Valley School, where she was a teacher for over 35 years. She had been very active in the community and was an extremely loving and caring woman.

At Bonnie's request all services will be private. Burial will be in Knollcrest Gardens, east of Findlay.

Arrangements are being handled by COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay.

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Shirley J Fisher - November 25, 1928 - November 25, 2022

Departed: 11/25/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Shirley J. Fisher, 94 of Findlay passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022. She was born in Findlay on November 25, 1928 to the late Floyd M. and Lena (Melvin) Taylor. On February 11, 1954, she married Donald P. Fisher, Sr and he preceded her in death on August 11, 2008. Mrs. Fisher is survived by her three sons; Donald P. (Laney J. Hawkins) Fisher, Jr. of Columbus, Brad J. (Holly) Fisher and Gregg E. (Kelly Lasher) Fisher both of Findlay. She is also survived by her grandchildren; Mallory Covert, Seth (Anna) Covert, Tad Fisher, Jed Fisher, Boden (Anna) Fisher and three great-grandchildren; Elliott Covert, Paul and John Fisher. Shirley was preceded in death by her brother, Ed Taylor and sisters; Betty Larkins, Dorothy Kresser and Mary Harpst. Family was Shirley’s life, she was a devoted wife and mother. She loved gardening, working in her yard and was a great cook. Shirley was also a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. A private family service will be held at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Shirley by visiting www.adra.org. Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.

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Shirley J Fisher - November 25, 1928 - November 25, 2022

Departed: 11/25/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Shirley J. Fisher, 94 of Findlay passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022. She was born in Findlay on November 25, 1928 to the late Floyd M. and Lena (Melvin) Taylor. On February 11, 1954, she married Donald P. Fisher, Sr and he preceded her in death on August 11, 2008. Mrs. Fisher is survived by her three sons; Donald P. (Laney J. Hawkins) Fisher, Jr. of Columbus, Brad J. (Holly) Fisher and Gregg E. (Kelly Lasher) Fisher both of Findlay. She is also survived by her grandchildren; Mallory Covert, Seth (Anna) Covert, Tad Fisher, Jed Fisher, Boden (Anna) Fisher and three great-grandchildren; Elliott Covert, Paul and John Fisher. Shirley was preceded in death by her brother, Ed Taylor and sisters; Betty Larkins, Dorothy Kresser and Mary Harpst. Family was Shirley’s life, she was a devoted wife and mother. She loved gardening, working in her yard and was a great cook. Shirley was also a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. A private family service will be held at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Shirley by visiting www.adra.org. Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.

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Eleanor DeBiase - June 24, 1934 - November 22, 2022

Departed: 11/22/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Eleanor DeBiase, 88, of Findlay, passed away at the Heritage in Findlay, Ohio on Tuesday, November 22, 2022. She was born in Gary, Indiana on June 24, 1934 the daughter of the late Matthew and Agnes (Varnelas) Watson. She married James DeBiase in 1954 and he preceded her in death in 1992.

Survivors include her daughters, Karen (Christopher) Beeman, and Marie DeBiase, both of Findlay, Ohio. Three grandchildren, Sarah (Tyler) Hissong, Rachel Beeman, and Christopher "C.J." Beeman. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, and a sister, Dorothy Hall.

Eleanor was a loving, and wonderful mother who will be greatly missed by all who loved her. She enjoyed time with her family especially her grandchildren and enjoyed nature, being outside, dining out, and flowers. She was formerly the assistant manager of the South Creek Apartments in Boardman, Ohio.

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Eleanor DeBiase - June 24, 1934 - November 22, 2022

Departed: 11/22/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Eleanor DeBiase, 88, of Findlay, passed away at the Heritage in Findlay, Ohio on Tuesday, November 22, 2022. She was born in Gary, Indiana on June 24, 1934 the daughter of the late Matthew and Agnes (Varnelas) Watson. She married James DeBiase in 1954 and he preceded her in death in 1992.

Survivors include her daughters, Karen (Christopher) Beeman, and Marie DeBiase, both of Findlay, Ohio. Three grandchildren, Sarah (Tyler) Hissong, Rachel Beeman, and Christopher "C.J." Beeman. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, and a sister, Dorothy Hall.

Eleanor was a loving, and wonderful mother who will be greatly missed by all who loved her. She enjoyed time with her family especially her grandchildren and enjoyed nature, being outside, dining out, and flowers. She was formerly the assistant manager of the South Creek Apartments in Boardman, Ohio.

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Beth Marie Hardesty - October 21, 1966 - November 22, 2022

Departed: 11/22/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Beth Marie Hardesty, age 56, of Findlay, died at 11:16am on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born on October 21, 1966 in Findlay, Ohio to Derrill and Julia (Hinkle) Arnold. On June 22, 2013, she married Lee Alan Hardesty and he survives.

Beth is survived by her parents who live in Vanlue; sons: Brandon (Mackenzie) Shanahan of Pearland, Texas, Justin Shanahan of Philadelphia, Pa. and Jake Hardesty of Cincinnati, Ohio; daughters: Jacey (fiancee, Zachary Schatz) Hardesty of Troy, Ohio and Julia Hardesty of Findlay; brother, Gregg (Martha) Arnold of Alvada; sisters: Teresa (Rick) Schuerman of Woodsfield, Ohio and Janet (David) Schuerman of Woodsfield, Ohio; grandchildren, Delaney Shanahan, Margot Shanahan and Malakai Schatz and several nieces and nephews.

Beth was a 1985 graduate of Vanlue High School where she enjoyed Basketball, Band, Cheerleading, National Honor Society and just going to a small school. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Merchandising in 1989 from BGSU. She was a member of First Lutheran Church, the Findlay Service League, a school volunteer on both the PTO Board at Donnell and the Ohio Reads Program, was a club soccer team manager and an ALS advocate in Washington D.C. She had been the Operations Manager at the Lions Store, a client relationship manager and I9 Sales Rep at ADP, and a recruiter for TriWorth.

Beth enjoyed watching her kids play sports, traveling (especially anywhere that included a beach), reading, playing the piano, listening to Justin and her mother play the piano, tailgating with the college kids at their universities, taking walks hand in hand with Lee, helping others, being with family on any vacation, going to church or sharing a glass of wine with her girlfriends.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, 205 West Sandusky Street in Findlay, where funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, November 28, 2022. Pastor Bob Cochran will officiate and interment will follow at Union Cemetery in West Independence. Memorials may be given to either: The ALS Association Central & Southern Ohio Chapter, 1170 Old Henderson Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43220 or to First Lutheran Church, 109 East Lincoln Street, Findlay, Ohio. Online condolences are welcomed at www.coldrencrates.com.

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Beth Marie Hardesty - October 21, 1966 - November 22, 2022

Departed: 11/22/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Beth Marie Hardesty, age 56, of Findlay, died at 11:16am on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born on October 21, 1966 in Findlay, Ohio to Derrill and Julia (Hinkle) Arnold. On June 22, 2013, she married Lee Alan Hardesty and he survives.

Beth is survived by her parents who live in Vanlue; sons: Brandon (Mackenzie) Shanahan of Pearland, Texas, Justin Shanahan of Philadelphia, Pa. and Jake Hardesty of Cincinnati, Ohio; daughters: Jacey (fiancee, Zachary Schatz) Hardesty of Troy, Ohio and Julia Hardesty of Findlay; brother, Gregg (Martha) Arnold of Alvada; sisters: Teresa (Rick) Schuerman of Woodsfield, Ohio and Janet (David) Schuerman of Woodsfield, Ohio; grandchildren, Delaney Shanahan, Margot Shanahan and Malakai Schatz and several nieces and nephews.

Beth was a 1985 graduate of Vanlue High School where she enjoyed Basketball, Band, Cheerleading, National Honor Society and just going to a small school. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Merchandising in 1989 from BGSU. She was a member of First Lutheran Church, the Findlay Service League, a school volunteer on both the PTO Board at Donnell and the Ohio Reads Program, was a club soccer team manager and an ALS advocate in Washington D.C. She had been the Operations Manager at the Lions Store, a client relationship manager and I9 Sales Rep at ADP, and a recruiter for TriWorth.

Beth enjoyed watching her kids play sports, traveling (especially anywhere that included a beach), reading, playing the piano, listening to Justin and her mother play the piano, tailgating with the college kids at their universities, taking walks hand in hand with Lee, helping others, being with family on any vacation, going to church or sharing a glass of wine with her girlfriends.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, 205 West Sandusky Street in Findlay, where funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, November 28, 2022. Pastor Bob Cochran will officiate and interment will follow at Union Cemetery in West Independence. Memorials may be given to either: The ALS Association Central & Southern Ohio Chapter, 1170 Old Henderson Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43220 or to First Lutheran Church, 109 East Lincoln Street, Findlay, Ohio. Online condolences are welcomed at www.coldrencrates.com.

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Beth Marie Hardesty - October 21, 1966 - November 22, 2022

Departed: 11/22/2022 (Findlay)

Obituary Preview: Beth Marie Hardesty, age 56, of Findlay, died at 11:16am on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born on October 21, 1966 in Findlay, Ohio to Derrill and Julia (Hinkle) Arnold. On June 22, 2013, she married Lee Alan Hardesty and he survives.

Beth is survived by her parents who live in Vanlue; sons: Brandon (Mackenzie) Shanahan of Pearland, Texas, Justin Shanahan of Philadelphia, Pa. and Jake Hardesty of Cincinnati, Ohio; daughters: Jacey (fiancee, Zachary Schatz) Hardesty of Troy, Ohio and Julia Hardesty of Findlay; brother, Gregg (Martha) Arnold of Alvada; sisters: Teresa (Rick) Schuerman of Woodsfield, Ohio and Janet (David) Schuerman of Woodsfield, Ohio; grandchildren, Delaney Shanahan, Margot Shanahan and Malakai Schatz and several nieces and nephews.

Beth was a 1985 graduate of Vanlue High School where she enjoyed Basketball, Band, Cheerleading, National Honor Society and just going to a small school. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Merchandising in 1989 from BGSU. She was a member of First Lutheran Church, the Findlay Service League, a school volunteer on both the PTO Board at Donnell and the Ohio Reads Program, was a club soccer team manager and an ALS advocate in Washington D.C. She had been the Operations Manager at the Lions Store, a client relationship manager and I9 Sales Rep at ADP, and a recruiter for TriWorth.

Beth enjoyed watching her kids play sports, traveling (especially anywhere that included a beach), reading, playing the piano, listening to Justin and her mother play the piano, tailgating with the college kids at their universities, taking walks hand in hand with Lee, helping others, being with family on any vacation, going to church or sharing a glass of wine with her girlfriends.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, 205 West Sandusky Street in Findlay, where funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, November 28, 2022. Pastor Bob Cochran will officiate and interment will follow at Union Cemetery in West Independence. Memorials may be given to either: The ALS Association Central & Southern Ohio Chapter, 1170 Old Henderson Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43220 or to First Lutheran Church, 109 East Lincoln Street, Findlay, Ohio. Online condolences are welcomed at www.coldrencrates.com.

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James Robert "Jimmy" Schiltz - February 12, 1967 - November 22, 2022

Departed: 11/22/2022 (Findlay)

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Jimmy was born February 12, 1967 and moved on to be with our Lord on November 22, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy is survived by his longtime partner, Kelly Frost, and her children Braden, Landen, and Taylor. He is also survived by his daughter Logan Schiltz and her partner Josh Tavenier, stepson Bradley Steinman, his parents Sue and Roy William "Bill" Schiltz, and his brother and sister-in-law Charles "Chuck" and Wendy Schiltz. Jimmy is survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins on both the Schiltz and Tate sides of his family. Jimmy was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Howard and Velma Schiltz and maternal grandparents, Charles and Florinne Tate.

Following in the footsteps of his great grandfather, father, and brother, Jimmy worked at Cooper Tire and Rubber Company for 35 years. He was very close to his "Cooper Family." He loved and respected them all.

He was a big lovable Teddy Bear to his only child and referred to her as his "Pookie Girl." He enjoyed Sunday golf with his father, brother, and stepson Bradley. Jimmy was a huge fan of The Ohio State, the Denver Broncos and the Cincinnati Reds . He enjoyed participating in Fantasy Football at Ralphies Sports Eatery. Jimmy described his best memories as fly fishing with his uncles Art, Ron, and Jim on the Gunnison, Green, Snake, and White Rivers in Colorado and Wyoming.

Jimmy was truly a man of integrity and compassion. It was an honor to call him son, dad, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and partner.

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