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Bruce A. Demers III - February 16, 1974 - August 15, 2020

Departed: 08/15/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: After fighting very hard for two and a half years, on Saturday, August 15, 2020, Bruce A. Demers III, 46, lost his battle to cancer. He was born on February 16, 1974 to Bruce Demers Jr. and Judith (Coyne) Demers. Bruce could always be found watching football, whether that be his favorite professional teams, the L.A. Raiders and the Minnesota Vikings, or his favorite college team, the University of Michigan.

Bruce is survived by his mother Judy; sisters, Michelle (Kenneth) Thomas and Kelly Pacynski; brother, Brian Demers; and his nieces and nephews, Andrew and Ryan Strzesynski, Hannah and Pace Thomas, Samantha, Shaylynn, Nicholas, and Kristopher Pacynski, and Brittany, Breanna, and Isabella Demers. He was preceded in death by his father, Bruce.

Family and friends will be received for visitation Thursday, August 20, 2020 from 3:00-8:00 PM at Walker Funeral Home, Oregon Chapel (3500 Navarre Ave, Oregon, OH 43616). Masks and social distancing will be required, however, the health of family and friends is of utmost importance and the family understands that many may not feel comfortable attending. Please do what is best for you. You can leave an online condolence at hoeflingerfuneralhome.com.

The family would also like to give thanks to the Dana Cancer Center and the care staff at Arbors of Oregon.

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Ethel Clara Smith - July 31, 1931 - August 15, 2020

Departed: 08/15/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Ethel C. “Hunky” Smith passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg at the age of 89. Ethel was born on July 31, 1931 in Toledo, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her father, John; mother, Margaret; sister, Betty; brother, John Jr.; her son, Jack Gross Jr; daughter, Brenda Grzechowiak; and her beloved husband of 36 years, Kenneth “Smitty” Smith.

Ethel leaves behind her family to forever cherish her memories; 15 children: sons, John (Teresa) Gross, Kenneth “Buddy” Gross, Toby (Marti) Gross, Jerry (Jodi) Gross, Kenny Jr. (Lou) Smith, Willie (Diane) Smith, George "Mike” Smith, Claude Smith; daughters: Linda Dean, Barbara (Wally) Neely, Mary Bailey, Beverley (Tim) Ladina, Donna (Gary) Lillard, Sherrell (Dan) Hofbauer, Pamela Spradlin; many grandchildren and great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; sister, Mary Ocheske; nephew William Ocheske; and nieces, Rosella Eaton, Judy Ocheske and Joy Taylor.

Ethel had such a strong love and passion for her family; she was outspoken in what she believed in as we all know. She also had a passion for her sports teams - the Cleveland Indians and Cleveland Browns. Ethel worked at St. Vincent Hospital in Toledo for 14 years and enjoyed her time there and the many great friendships she created with fellow coworkers. She was an accomplished bowler and belonged to many bowling leagues over the years where she won several awards. Ethel was loved by so many she will forever hold a special place in our hearts and will be forever missed.

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Sharon Lee Bodi - October 23, 1941 - August 07, 2020

Departed: 08/07/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Sharon Lee Bodi, 78, of Oregon, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 7, 2020 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. She was born in Toledo to Donald and Luella (Burgy) Helman on October 23, 1941. She was a 1959 graduate of Libby High School. Sharon married the love of her life, Wayne Bodi, on June 16, 1962. Together they shared 58 wonderful years together. After working various jobs in the area, Sharon began her 35 year career with Toledo Public Schools as an accountant. She loved to travel; especially out west to the mountains. Sharon had a large collection of cookbooks and enjoyed trying new recipes.

She is survived by her loving husband, Wayne Bodi; siblings, Luanne Cox, David Helman; several nieces and nephews; and many extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.

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Jenny Lynn Shaw - September 06, 1973 - August 05, 2020

Departed: 08/05/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Jenny Shaw, 46 of Oregon, Ohio passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2020. She was born on September 6, 1973 to Gladwyn Theodore and Bonnie (Brown) Richardson, III. She had an entrepreneur spirit and worked several different jobs over the years. Jenny was a loving wife, mother and daughter who will be forever missed.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Joey Shaw; children, Jocelyn, and Jolynne Shaw and Jacob Decker; her father; and brother; Michael Richardson. Jenny was preceded in death by her mother; and brother, Gladwyn “Teddy” Richardson, IV.

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Mary Siebenaller - January 11, 1923 - July 17, 2020

Departed: 07/17/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: On July 17, 2020, Mary joined the Communion of Saints and entered the loving arms of her savior, Jesus Christ. Born January 11, 1923, to Vincent and Rose (Silvestri) Donofrio in James City, PA, Mary was the eldest of her siblings: Rocco, Anthony, Joseph, Madeline (Huntermark), Vincent, Florence (Greco) and John Donofrio. A 1940 graduate of Morrison R. Waite High School, she began a professional career at Interstate Motor Freight System and continued on to Plexiglass, the Freeman Supply Company and later in life, to Chris’ Supper Club and Catering. She married Richard J. Siebenaller, Sr. in 1958, became a professional homemaker, and made their home in East Toledo where they raised their sons Richard Joseph, Jr. (Mary Lou) and Robert Anthony (Teresa) Siebenaller.

The family grew to include four grandchildren: Katie and Nicholas and Daniel and Bridget. Mary is also Godmother to Sharon Ann Donofrio, Albert Huntermark, Steve Greco, Rocco Donofrio, Raymond Yoos and Jody Siebenaller. Her close friends to the end remained Jo Heskett, Janet Robenalt, Bette Taylor and Viola Koeplinger. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Richard (1981) and her parents Rose and Vincent; and siblings: Rocco, Anthony, Joseph, Madeline, Florence and John (infant). Mary lived a faith-filled life of prayer and service to St. Thomas Aquinas Church and School, Altar and Rosary Society, East Toledo Family Center and the East Toledo Senior Center. Throughout her life Mary celebrated her Italian heritage through her cooking, family, and Faith.

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Adan "Adam" P. Sanchez Sr. - February 12, 1957 - July 09, 2020

Departed: 07/09/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Adan “Adam” P. Sanchez Sr., 63, of Toledo, Ohio passed away Thursday, July 9, 2020 at his home. He was born in Toledo on February 12, 1957 to Pedro G. and Esther P. (Pecina) Sanchez. Adam was a roofer and he also did landscaping for many years.

Adam was very outgoing and made friends with everyone he met. He enjoyed being with his friends and family. Often he would play sports with them and he was an avid and very good pool player. He was a loving father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend.

Adam is survived by his mother, Esther (Juan) Dionicio; siblings, Pete (Maria) Sanchez, Christina (David) Gonzales and Joe Hernandez; children, Ruth Ann Sanchez, Lori Sanchez, Adan Sanchez Jr. and Susanna Sanchez; grandchildren, Mya Sanchez, Brandon Lewis, Lorena Johnson, Gauge Sanchez, Shavell Johnson and Dominick Sanchez. He was preceded in death by his father; grandfather, Leopoldo Pecina; grandmother, Refugia Pecina; and niece, Serena Hernandez.

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Steven A Spurling - January 01, 1951 - July 07, 2020

Departed: 07/07/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Steven A. Spurling, 69, of Toledo, died July 7, 2020 at his home. He was born in Gatlinburg, TN to Johnnie (Hazel Sprague) Spurling. He was employed for thirty years with The Jeep Corporation, retiring in 2003. He was a avid classic car fan and owned his own classic car. When he was younger, he played a guitar in a band.

He was preceded in death by his wife Loletta A. Spurling, Surviving are his children, Melissa (Jesus) Arce, Steve (Bobbie) Spurling Jr., grandchildren, Kayla, Shelby, Savannah, Steven, and Dylan, great-grandchildren, Luna, Jacob, and Jazmine, siblings, Richard (Marsha) Spurling, William Spurling, Sam (Hannah) Spurling, John (Wendy) Spurling, Bob Spurling, and the late Susie Spurling.

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James "Ed" Koch - February 29, 1944 - July 05, 2020

Departed: 07/05/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: James Edward “Ed” Koch passed away on Sunday, July 5th at the Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio with his daughters by his side. Ed was born in Oregon, Ohio to Jeannette (Momenee) Koch and James Howard Koch. He was the second oldest of six children. As a student at Clay High School, Ed lettered in Track and Football.

Ed graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education and was a member of Theta Xi Fraternity. Afterwards, he earned his Graduate Degree in Physical Education from Eastern Michigan University. His career began as a Math Teacher at Roy C. Start High School where he also coached Cross Country. He transitioned into Real Estate at Mohon Realty and finally DiSalle Realty where he spent the last 26 years of his professional life. A High Achiever, Ed was one of the first members of DiSalle’s Million Dollar Club, a Manager of the Perrysburg Office and Vice President of the Commercial Division. He also built and owned several apartment complexes within the city of Perrysburg. Ed served on the Perrysburg Zoning Board, the Genoa Savings & Loan Board of Directors and enjoyed volunteering at the annual Hospice of Northwest Ohio Golf outing. St. Rose Catholic church was his parish.

Ed cherished boating and pulling his kids, and later grandkids, who loved “tubing” from the back of his boat. Cheering on his grandchildren at sporting events was the highlight of his later years. Fishing, golfing and grilling out at Catawba Island with family and friends was how he enjoyed his time. Ed also loved spending his winters in Marco Island, Florida. He was always there for his family in the most difficult of times.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, sister Janis (Koch) Mack, and niece Stephanie Koch.

In addition to many friends and BGSU football lovers, family members left to cherish his memory are his daughters; Tiffany Koch-Charles, Wendy (Koch) Lingo, grandchildren; Austen Charles, Kyler Charles, Brexton Lingo, Annabelle Lingo, siblings; Jeffrey (Betsy) Koch, Gilbert (Mary) Koch, Joyce (Skip) Greco, Jean (Jim) Terry.

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Kenneth L Orris - October 16, 1920 - June 29, 2020

Departed: 06/29/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Kenneth L. Orris, 99, of Millbury, died June 29, 2020 at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky. He was born in Edina, MO. To James (Elsie E. Crooks) Orris. He was preceded in death by his wife, Theone Waters. He retired from both Interlake Iron and St. Vincent Hospital. He served his country in WWII in the Merchant Marine/Coast Guard. He sailed with the Maritime Service on the Great Lakes.

Surviving are his children: Clione (Jim) Schneider, Kenneth Orris, and Darryl (Eileen) Orris, four grandchildren and preceded by one grandchild, five great-grandchildren and preceded by one great-grandchild, one great- great grandson. He was preceded by his siblings, Nancy Oncu, Lester and Oren Orris.

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Joan McLove - July 23, 1929 - June 23, 2020

Departed: 06/23/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Joan McLove, age 90, of Toledo, OH, died June 23, 2020 at Genacross Lutheran Services. She was born July 23, 1929 in Toledo to Mr. & Mrs. John ( Amelia) Hornyak. She married Louis McLove and he preceded her in death on January 1, 2005. They had both attended Waite High School.

Joan was one of eight children. She was the oldest daughter who helped take care of her siblings while her mother worked outside the home to support the family. Joan was fond of her time employed at the Lakeside Biscuit Company with her best friends prior to her marriage on May 7, 1949 to Louis McLove, who had served in World War II. They were both lifelong members of Holy Rosary Parish. Both were raised on the East Side of Toledo and also raised their family on the East Side. They would often take trips, and for many years had family reunions at cottages on Little Wolf Lake in Michigan. Joan learned to bake Hungarian pastries at a young age and became very proficient at many types, particularly Hungarian nut roll. She delighted in sharing them with friends and family, especially during the holidays. She was a sweet, kind and gentle spirit, always ready with a smile and loved to laugh.

Survived by her children, Louis (Beverly Wolcott) McLove, Jean (Ernesto) Tatad and Gregory McLove; grandchildren, Tara (Mike) Inocentes and Robert (Kelly) Patterson; great-grandchildren, Timothy, Matthew, Ashleigh, Erin and Christina; great-great grandchildren, Aniyah, Ashton, Anthony Jr., Oakley and Valentino; siblings, Laura Barber, Alma Donahue, Cecile (Bob) Grandowicz and David (Cheri) Hornyak. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Frankie Hornyak, James Hornyak, and John “Sonny” Hornyak.

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Francis M. Szollosi - January 26, 1945 - June 15, 2020

Departed: 06/15/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Francis “Frank” Szollosi, age 75, of Oregon, Ohio passed away peacefully on Monday morning of June 15, 2020 as he slept. Born January 26, 1945 in Toledo, Ohio, Frank was preceded in death by his parents Francis “Fritz” Szollosi and Mary (Szombati) and by his youngest sister, Anita Hooker (Lee). Frank attended St. Stephen School in Birmingham, was a 1963 graduate of Central Catholic and earned degrees from the University of Toledo. In his early years on campus he was a brother at Theta Chi and became long active in Democratic campaigns. Early in his career, Frank was a locomotive engineer for the Chesapeake & Ohio and was active within the United Transportation Union. Later, Frank taught American history and government at Jones Junior High and Waite High School, and was a proud member of Toledo Federation of Teachers. He was elected to serve on Oregon City Council in 1979. Frank was always quick with a smile, joke and a story, collected vinyl records and postage stamps, but most of all, he truly enjoyed time in the sun with family and friends. He is survived by his loving life-partner Marlene Brinkman, her daughter Dawn Barb (Jim) and son, Eric Brinkman (Maggie) Brinkman; his sons Francis John Szollosi (Wednesday) and Matthew Aaron Szollosi (Melanie), grandchildren Lucas, Sofia, Iszabel, and Alessandra Szollosi; Audrey Mae, and Addison, Ross Szollosi; Brooke and Brady Barb; Will, Cole, and Drew Brinkman, sisters Mary Ellen Breister (Bob), Carol Findling (Dennis) and Sharon Tully, along with many nieces and nephews and scores of life-long friends. Frank will dearly missed by all who loved him.

In person visitation hours will be 3:00pm to 7:00pm Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Hoeflinger-Shank Funeral Home (419-691-6768), 3500 Navarre Ave., Oregon, OH.

Due to COVID-19, we will additionally host Virtual Visitation Hours from 1:00pm - 3:00pm on Thursday, June 18, 2020.

To register for the virtual visitation please click here to reserve a time, receive a link, and a password for the visitation.

To attend the Funeral via Live Stream please click here and beginning at 9:45am on Friday, June 19, 2020 to watch the service.

For those of you wishing to let the family know you will be attending Frank’s service please register here.

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Rose Marie Parks - January 05, 1928 - June 13, 2020

Departed: 06/13/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Rose Marie Parks, 92, of Toledo, OH passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at her home. She was born on January 5, 1928 in Toledo, OH. Rose graduated from Whitney High School in 1945. She loved gardening and tending to her flowers. She was always very soft spoken, strong, and feisty.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, John E.; and son, Jon G. Parks.

Left to cherish her memory is her son, Garry (Denise); sister, Betty (Frank) Balas; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Visitation will take place at Hoeflinger-Shank Funeral Home (419-691-6768), 3500 Navarre Ave., Oregon, OH on Friday, June 19, 2020 from 2 pm – 6 pm. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Marvin O. Meyer - October 23, 1940 - May 31, 2020

Departed: 05/31/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Marvin O. Meyer, 79, of Oregon, OH passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at his home. He was born on October 23, 1940 to Otto and Anna (Rohrs) Meyer in Hamler, OH. Marv was raised on his family farm and was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church. He was a 1959 graduate of Hamler High School where he played basketball, baseball and was a member of mixed chorus, glee club, FFA, yearbook, the school newspaper and 4-H. After graduation Marv started employment at Campbell’s Soup Company for 7 years. He attended Stautzenberger Business College and then was hired at Toledo Lakefront Docks-CSX as a payroll clerk. On November 18, 1967 he married Kay Ensign and had two children Greg (Stephanie) Meyer and Lisa (David) Smithmyer. He thoroughly adored is children and grandchildren. Marv always enjoyed watching his children’s activities and sporting events, along with spending time with his grandchildren, family and friends. Marv was a proud member of the Oregon Fire Department Station #1 where he retired as a Lieutenant. He attended NWOVFA Fire School at BGSU for many years. He collected for the Old Newsboys and was awarded Honorary Chapter Farmer from the Oregon Clay FFA. Marv was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, NWOVFA, Charter member PERI, ILA #158, Lucas County Agriculture Society and was an assistant 4-H advisor.

He was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother-in-law K. Ward and Janette Ensign; brother-in-law Paul Wolfrum; sister-in-law Sharon (Gordy) Sprague; nephew Kenneth John and niece Kris Ensign.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife, children, grandchildren Sophia, Chet, and Phoebe Meyer, Andrea and Nick Smithmyer; sisters Mary Ann (Lauren) Bunke, Verna Wolfrum; brother Franklin Meyer; brother-in-law Doug (Georgette) Ensign; nieces and nephews Rebecca Wolfrum, Brad Bunke, Laurie (Jim) Adams, Karry Loch, D. Ward Ensign, Jeff, Mike (Godson), and Steve Sprague; great nieces and nephews Kellie and Mitch Adams, Mason, Hannah, Haylee and Miles Sprague, Alea Loch; 2 step nieces and nephew.

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Donna Jean St. John - October 13, 1931 - May 27, 2020

Departed: 05/27/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Donna Jean (Heuring) St. John, 88, of Curtice, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at St. Charles Hospital in Oregon. She was born on October 13, 1931 to Leonard and Martha (Lammers) Heuring in Toledo, OH. She loved gardening, flowers, talking to people, but most of all loved life. She was devoted to her family and loved being a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Donna is preceded in death by her parents; and loving husband, Robert.

Left to cherish her memory is her brother, Jim (Kathy) Heuring; children, Kris Tefft, Kathleen Amonette, Joseph and Donald (Elsa) St. John; many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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Dora Esta Wilczynski - December 03, 1932 - May 25, 2020

Departed: 05/25/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: A devout servant of the Lord was called home on Monday, May 25, 2020. Dora Esta (Ford) Wilczynski of Genoa, died at the age 87 after a long battle with Dementia. She was a resident of Genoa Care Retirement Village where they dubbed her “Dora the Explorer”. She was born in Orient Hill, WV to the late Phillip Renick and Daisy Mae (Slayton) Ford on December 3, 1932. In addition to her parents, she will be welcomed into Heaven by her brothers, Russel, David, Donald, Arnold, Cecil, James, Virgil, Roger; sisters, Mildred, Agnes and Vaine; and beloved son, Charles George Remley. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving husband of 47 years, James Wilczynski; son, Keith (Brigitta) Remley, daughter, Deanna (Damacio) Sifuentes; grandchildren, Rennick and Victoria Remley, Emily (Tyler) Miller, Nicholas and Nathaniel Sifuentes; sisters, Goldie Booth and Karon Richmond, both of Orient Hill, WV; lifelong friend, Edna Donnel “Tilly”; and many nieces and nephews.

Dora attended New Harvest Church in Oregon for many years, back to when the church was Church of the Open Bible on Euclid Ave. She served with an open-heart volunteering in many areas but mainly putting on the meals/banquets alongside her dear friend, Beverly. She enjoyed her monthly girls’ day out with the church ladies, gospel music, gardening, motorcycling, daily walks with her husband and playing with her grandchildren. She smiled and chatted with everyone she met, she always said she never met a stranger.

At last she is free to run through the fields of flowers and butterflies with the children of Heaven as she often said she was ready to do.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 29, 2020 from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Hoeflinger-Shank Funeral Home (419-691-6768), 3500 Navarre Ave., Oregon, OH. Visitation will resume on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10:00 am until the start of funeral services officiated by, Pastor Mike Psyblski at 11:00 am. Guests are asked to please wear a mask to the visitation as well as the service.

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Virginia Carol Schroeder - December 28, 1928 - May 16, 2020

Departed: 05/16/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Virginia Carol “Puff” Schroeder left this world on May 16, 2020. She was born on December 28, 1928 to Lawrence G. and Anita Jeanette (nee Chandler) Trempel. She was the oldest daughter and the second oldest of twelve children. Puff grew up during the Great Depression and because of the job market, Puff’s family was forced to move frequently, living in many small midwestern towns but also in Homer, NY and Baltimore, Maryland. She attended thirteen schools before graduating from Decatur, IL High School in 1946. She excelled in her studies. In the fall of 1946, she enrolled at Bowling Green State University in the pre-med program. While at BGSU, she met her future husband, Jack. Jack and Puff were married on March 26, 1948 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. They spent forty-three years together before Jack’s death in 1991.

Puff was a voracious reader and a supporter of the arts who introduced her children to art, music and nature. She enjoyed playing the piano, organ and attending the theatre. Puff was also an avid bird watcher who kept the neighborhood birds and squirrels well fed.

After her husband’s death, she returned to the workforce and was employed at St. Charles Hospital in the PBX Department for 15 years before her retirement. Puff was a longtime volunteer at the Toledo Museum of Art and also tutored children at Oakdale Elementary through the STARS program for many years.

In addition to her parents and husband, Puff was predeceased by siblings Larry Trempel, Peggy Sprouse, Midge Trempel, Sally Trempel, and Nancy Anhalt. She is survived by siblings Sherry, John (Ted), Pete, Tom, Pam and Andy; children, Sandy (Lech) Wisniewski, Kevin (Rose) Schroeder, and Karen (Mike) Craig; grandchildren Eric, Ben, Erin, Stephanie, Thomas, Brian, Kevin, Nikki and Anna; and six great grandchildren.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, burial will be private, but a celebration of Puff’s life will be held at a later date.

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Burton "Tex" Lynn White - January 30, 1932 - May 13, 2020

Departed: 05/13/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Burton L. White, age 88, of Oregon, Ohio passed away peacefully on May 13, 2020 at SKLD of Perrysburg. He was born January 30, 1932 to Dorwyn and Claudia (Moll) White. The family moved to Bay City, Michigan where he spent most of his childhood going to the local swimming hole or riding Whizzer bikes to Angola, IN with a friend. They moved back to Toledo in 1947 where he attended Woodward High School. His favorite class being wood shop where he made, among other things, a rocking horse, book shelf, tables & night stand which are still in use today. He left school in 1949, at the age of 17 and joined the U.S. Navy where he proudly served from 1949 – 1959 and earned the title of U.S. Navy Sonarman 1st Class. He served on the U.S.S. Laffey, U.S.S. Chambers, U.S.S. Saratoga and the U.S.S. Willis. He received accommodations for outstanding service, gunfire support & blockade against the enemy, leadership of a Sonar Team, Sonar material readiness and being an expert submarine hunter. While at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, he met the love of his life, Mary Ada (Hamilton) to whom he was married for 62 years. They moved to Texas for a short time where he did commercial engineering, electronics, mechanics, shop work and drafting. He was an entrepreneur. He started fabricating small pieces in the basement of their home and went on to open his own fabricating business, Shawn Allen, from 1964-1968. He then opened Burton White Co. where he sold new and used industrial machinery and had a shop for fabricating and machining. In 1979 he attended the Missouri Auction School where he received his license. He was an industrial and residential auctioneer from 1979 – 1997, although he preferred the industrial (it was what he knew and loved), while continuing to run his other business. He liked to travel and loved to ride his motorcycles. He, Mary and the boys took a motorcycle trip to Lake Placid, NY, he and a friend took a motorcycle trip to South Carolina and if the weather was nice, he preferred the motorcycle rather than the car. He and Mary bought a motor home. Their biggest trip being when they headed out West for a month.

He lived his life following the Lord and it showed in his everyday life. He was humble, kind, generous, selfless, caring, loving, compassionate and always treated others the way he wanted to be treated. He was always giving to the less fortunate and if you needed a helping hand he was there whether he knew you or not. He led by example, which in turn instilled these traits in his four children. He accomplished anything he put his mind to with great success and with perseverance, he knew he’d get it done.

Burton is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Coral and his Great Granddaughter Payton.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Mary; children Kathleen (Jack) Cassidy, Shawn (Brenda) White, Cynthia (Steve) Kaczmarek & Tim (Dawn) White; Grand Children Brock, Heather, Chris, Ryan, Adriane, Joshua, Courtney, Desiree, Amanda, Nicole, Brianna, Tabitha; and 13 Great Grandchildren.

The family would like to extend their thanks to Craig and the staff @ SKLD and Monica from Hospice of Northwest Ohio. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2020 @ 11 a.m. @ Immanuel Lutheran Church, 710 Buckeye St., Toledo, Ohio

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Barbara Ann Zatko - November 23, 1937 - May 12, 2020

Departed: 05/12/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Barbara was born November 23, 1937 to Helen (Thomas) Benedict and Frank Benedict. She was married for 62 years to John P. Zatko and he survives. She had 3 children: Daughter Mary-Lynne Seferian and sons David J and John D Zatko. Barb was a very devoted wife and a wonderful mother/grandmother. She has 9 grandchildren: Eric, Micheal, and Christopher Seferian, Emily, Noah, and Jacob Zatko, and Mary-Lynne, Lora, and Matthew Zatko. She is also survived by her brother Lawerence “Benny” Benedict. She was preceded in death by her daughter Mary-Lynne Seferian, parents Helen and Frank Benedict, and sister in law Beth Jane Benedict. Donations in Barbara’s name can be sent to St. Ignatius Catholic Church Oregon, OH. A special thanks to the great caring staff at SKLD Perrysburg and staff of hospice for all of their kindness and assistance.

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Lucille Kerekes - September 20, 1937 - May 09, 2020

Departed: 05/09/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Lucille Kerekes, 82, or Oregon, OH passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020 at Northwest Ohio Hospice of Toledo. She was born on September 20, 1937 to Montie and Mary (Johnston) Rivers in Pittsburgh, PA.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Leroy.

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Jean Marie Ridinger - July 24, 1961 - May 03, 2020

Departed: 05/03/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Jean Marie Haight Ridinger, 58, passed away May 3, 2020.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Mary Hoskins Sharp and Virgil Haight; siblings, Patrick Sharp, Alice Ceprish, Bonnie Isaacs, Judy Daniels.

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Edward "Butch" Szuch - October 28, 1938 - April 26, 2020

Departed: 04/26/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Edward “Butch” Szuch Sr., age 81 or Curtice, OH passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at Landings of Oregon due to Covid-19. He was born on October 28, 1938 to Alex and Lillian (Eischen) Szuch in Toledo, OH. Butch was a third generation commercial fisherman and owner of Al Szuch Live Bait Shop until 1989. He was an avid outdoorsman. He shared his love of hunting and fishing with his two sons every chance he could. He was an active member of the Jerusalem Men’s Democratic Club, Ducks Unlimited and NRA. Butch was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Steven Szuch and his 4-legged grandkids, Jake, Duke and Daisy.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife Marian; children, Edward Jr. (Sherry) Szuch, Michael (Holly) Szuch.

A private service will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at Hoeflinger-Shank Funeral Home with burial to follow. The family requests that people make donation of PPE (masks, gloves and gowns) to Landings of Oregon in lieu of flowers.

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Carol J. Davis - August 19, 1937 - April 22, 2020

Departed: 04/22/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Carol J. Davis, 82, of Northwood, died April 22, 2020 at Toledo Hospital. She was born on August 19, 1937 to Howard (Mary Sharp) Nibert. Carol married Franklin R. Davis on February 22, 1971 in East Toledo and he survives. Also surviving are her daughters, Patricia (Dan) Henry and Christina Cisneros, Grandchildren, Heather Czlapinski, April (Chris) Baker, Jenna (Andy Hoot) Czlapinski, Alysia Henley, Sheldon Carr, Alex Cisneros, Brother, Bill (Opal) Nibert, Sister-In-Law, Geraldine Nibert.

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Mario Cardone - April 25, 1932 - March 24, 2020

Departed: 03/24/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Mario Cardone, 87, of Oregon, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at UTMC in Toledo. He was born in Naples, Italy on April 25, 1932 to Vincenzo and Elvira (Manos) Cardone. Mario married his sweetheart, Rita Varriale. A marriage of 59 beautiful years. Mario was a hard worker, he had a 5th grade education and sacrificed leaving Italy to build a life for his family in the United States. He was about to celebrate his 50 years in the USA. Mario was a very talented watchmaker and retired from Toledo Jewelry Company in 1989. He was an avid soccer fan and enjoyed watching his favorite team, Napoli. He loved spending time in his garden and canning tomatoes every year. Mario was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother who will be dearly missed. Forza Napoli Sempre!

Mario is survived by his wife, Rita Cardone; sons, Antonio (Georgette) Cardone, Vincent Cardone; daughter, Laura Cardone; grandchildren, Tony (Sarah) Cardone and Sean (Tiphanie) Cardone, David (Christine) Taylor, Kenya (Steve) Michalski, Vincenzo Cardone, Coby and Devin Naughton; Great Grandchildren, Nico and Diego Cardone, Kenley, Karly, Kali, Sophy, Gavin, David, Ethan Cardone; siblings, Nina Costa, Lena Cardone, Roberto Cardone, Tina Bosso and Maria Maraldo; and many nieces and nephews.

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Eunice Agnes Kettinger - April 02, 1928 - March 09, 2020

Departed: 03/09/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: Eunice A. Kettinger, 91, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2020. She was born on April 2, 1928, to Jesse and Cynthia (Butler) Mominee in Jerusalem Township, OH. Eunice graduated Clay High School in 1946. She was the president of the Mother’s Club at Coy Elementary School. She enjoyed bowling, watching the Detroit Tigers and spending time with her grand and great-grandchildren.

Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband of 72 years, Merle Kettinger; children, Michael (Julie) Kettinger, Joyce (John Soltesz) Kettinger, Robert (Carolyn) Kettinger, Gerald (Dianna) Kettinger; grandchildren, Kelly (Travis) Lepley, Keasha Clark, Kaesie Kettinger; great-grandchildren, Jayden and Connor Cox, Luke Lepley, Olivia Clark, and Rylan Klavinger. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings.

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Jonathan Edwin Hostetter - February 28, 1931 - March 01, 2020

Departed: 03/01/2020 (Oregon)

Obituary Preview: J. Edwin Hostetter, a resident of Northwood, Ohio, left this earth for heaven on March 1st, 2020 to see his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, face to face. Ed passed away peacefully at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio facility, in Perrysburg, with family members at his side.

Ed was born on February 28th, 1931, to Benjamin and Martha Hostetter in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus was a temporary location for the family, as Ed’s parents had recently returned from India, where they had served as missionaries in the 1920’s. Ed’s older brothers were born in India, while Ed was the first of his siblings born in the U.S.

Most of Ed’s boyhood was spent in East Stroudsburg, PA, and upon high school graduation in 1948, he attended Houghton College in western NY, where he majored in mathematics, and where he met his wife of over 65 years, Frances Helen Bassett. They were married in Fran’s hometown, Interlaken, NY on April 4th, 1953.

Education continued with Ed receiving a Master’s Degree from Albany State Teacher’s College, in Albany, NY. Additional graduate studies occurred in subsequent years at NYU and Columbia University in New York City.

After serving in the U.S. Army, Ed landed a mathematics teaching job at Haverstraw High School, in Haverstraw, NY. He later became head of the math department and then held administrative positions within the North Rockland School District leadership team.

From 1955 to 1973, the family resided in New City, NY, and Ed and Fran were blessed with five children: Ruth; Ed Jr., Suzanne; Timothy; and Carol. Then, in 1973, the family moved to Pleasant Valley, NY, as Ed had taken a job as Supervisor of Adult Programs at Dutchess County BOCES in Poughkeepsie, NY. Under Ed’s leadership, the continuing education programs in Dutchess County flourished, and received state and national recognition. After retiring from public school administration, Ed served as principal of Tabernacle Christian Academy for several years. As Ed got older, his faith and personal relationship with Jesus Christ grew stronger. In fact, his last outing, two days before his hospitalization, was to teach a Bible study at the Gardens of St. Francis in Oregon, Ohio. He mustered his remaining strength to fulfill that weekly commitment!

Over the years, Ed held leadership positions in the churches he attended, but his most cherished church involvements were related to music. As a youngster, he loved to sing and play the trumpet, and in college he toured with a brass and vocal quartet, and a trumpet trio. He loved singing in or directing a choir, and serving as a worship leader, which he did for many years at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Poughkeepsie, NY.

In addition to musical interests, Ed participated in a number of activities that included competing in 5K’s, stamp collecting, and tutoring in all levels of high school math. The family believes that Ed’s dedication to long-distance running largely served to justify his love for a daily dose of pie with ice cream.

Ed was predeceased by his wife Fran (2019), and by his brothers David (2014) and Albert (2019). Ed always had a deep love and commitment to his family and friends. He is survived by: his five children, Ruth (Denis) Nietz of Northwood, OH; Ed (Babette) Hostetter, Jr. of Pleasant Valley, NY; Suzanne Duryee (Brett) of Colorado Springs, CO; Tim (Barbara) Hostetter of Hyde Park, NY; Carol (James) Phillips of Newburgh, NY; his fourteen grandchildren, Joel (Lori) Nietz, Dan (Andrea) Nietz, Scott (Sarah) Nietz, Danielle (Rich) Carney, Tyler Hostetter, Courtney (Bobby) Lee, Whitney Hostetter, Nicholas Hostetter, Louise Noble, Emilie Hostetter, Peter Hostetter, Benjamin Phillips, Nathaniel Phillips, Joshua Phillips; his eight great-grandchildren, Molly, Sadie, Gabrielle, Brady, Olivia, and Zachary Nietz; Farrah and Aubrey Carney.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, accomplishments, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and community. They provide an opportunity to honor and celebrate the person's life, while also providing important details for those who wish to attend funeral services or offer condolences.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, the family of the deceased or a close friend writes the obituary. In some cases, a funeral home or mortuary may assist with writing the obituary or provide a template for the family to use.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral services, memorial donations, and online condolences.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and the family's preferences. Typically, it ranges from a few sentences to several paragraphs.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the notice and help others remember the person.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and deadlines. Some newspapers may accept submissions online or via email, while others may require a phone call or in-person visit.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life is celebrated in the way you want it to be.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication and the length of the notice. Some newspapers may charge by the word or line, while others may offer package deals or discounts for online publications.

Can I publish an obituary online?

Yes, many online platforms and funeral homes offer the option to publish an obituary online. This can be a convenient way to share the news with a wider audience and allow people to leave condolences and memories.

How long will an online obituary remain available?

The duration that an online obituary remains available varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep it available indefinitely, while others may remove it after a certain period of time.

Can I make corrections to an obituary after it has been published?

If you need to make corrections to an obituary, contact the publication or funeral home as soon as possible. They may be able to make changes before the next publication or update the online version.

What if I want to keep the funeral private?

If you prefer to keep the funeral private, you can indicate this in the obituary by stating "private funeral" or "family services only." You can also omit details about the funeral service altogether.

Can I include charitable donations in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers in the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to honor the person's memory and support a cause they cared about.

How do I handle condolences and messages from strangers?

If you're receiving condolences from people you don't know, it's okay to respond with a simple thank-you message or ignore them altogether. Remember that these messages are often sent with kind intentions and can be a comfort during a difficult time.

What if I'm struggling to write an obituary?

If you're having trouble writing an obituary, consider asking a friend or family member for help. You can also seek guidance from a funeral home or professional writer.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! Humor can be a great way to celebrate someone's life and personality. Just be sure to keep it respectful and tasteful.

How do I preserve an online obituary for future generations?

You can save a copy of the online obituary as a PDF or print it out for safekeeping. You can also consider creating a memorial website or scrapbook with copies of the obituary and other mementos.

What if I want to publish multiple obituaries?

If you want to publish multiple obituaries in different newspapers or online platforms, be sure to check their individual submission guidelines and deadlines. You may need to tailor each notice slightly depending on the audience and format.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes! Quotes or lyrics that resonate with the person's life or personality can add depth and meaning to the obituary. Just be sure to properly cite any copyrighted material.

How do I handle criticism or negative comments about an obituary?

If you encounter criticism or negative comments about an obituary, try not to take it personally. Remember that everyone has different opinions and perspectives. Focus on celebrating the person's life and honoring their memory.

What if I'm unsure about what information to include in an obituary?

If you're unsure about what information to include in an obituary, consider consulting with other family members or friends who knew the person well. You can also seek guidance from a funeral home or professional writer.

Can I update an existing obituary with new information?

If new information becomes available after the initial publication of an obituary, you may be able to update it online or in subsequent printings. Contact the publication or funeral home for guidance on their update policies.

How do I ensure that an online obituary is easily searchable?

To ensure that an online obituary is easily searchable, include relevant keywords such as names, dates, locations, and occupations. This will help people find it when searching online.

What if I want to create a memorial book or scrapbook from condolence messages?

This is a wonderful idea! Consider creating a physical book or digital archive where you can collect condolence messages, photos, and mementos. This can be a treasured keepsake for years to come.