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Earl Duane Copsey
Dec 22, 2023
Earl Duane Copsey, 78, formerly of Payne, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023.
Although there will not be a formal service, his family invites you to join them for a quiet goodbye on Friday, December 29, 2023 at 9:30 am in Wiltsie Cemetery, Payne.
Fond memories may be shared at dooleyfuneralhome.com
Sue Jordan
Dec 19, 2023
Sue Jordan, 75, of Antwerp, passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at her home.
Sue was born in Defiance on January 22, 1948, a daughter of the late Margaret (Bakle) & Delbert Jeffery.
Sue cherished moments spent with her family camping, celebrating holidays, and pursuing her passions in genealogy, scrapbooking, gardening, and cooking. Her heart overflowed with love for animals,...
Mary Lou Slusher
Dec 12, 2023
Mary Lou Slusher, 92, of Antwerp, Ohio passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at Laurels of DeKalb, Butler, Indiana.
Mary Lou was born in Antwerp on December 6, 1931, a daughter of the late Mary (Zuber) and Edward Meyer.
Mary Lou will always be remembered for being a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was known for her smile and...
Ellison Lynne Kemerer
Dec 8, 2023
Ellison Lynne Kemerer, passed away peacefully in the arms of her loving parents on Friday, December 8, 2023 at Dupont Hospital.She was the infant daughter of Michelle & Douglas Kemerer.Though her time on earth was short, all she ever knew was love from her family and many friends.In addition to her parents, Ellison will be deeply missed by her grandparents,...
Jim Wilson
Dec 6, 2023
James Wilson, 77, of Payne, passed away Wednesday, December 6 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center.
Jim was born in Payne, on October 7, 1946, a son of the late Mildred (Fry) & Virgil Wilson.
Jim was a graduate of Payne High School. He served his country in the US Army Reserves and went on to work for International Harvester...
Donna Kneubuhler
Nov 22, 2023
Donna Mae Kneubuhler, 93, of Woodburn, Indiana passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Golden Years Homestead, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Donna was born in Antwerp, Ohio on April 14, 1930, she was the beloved daughter of the late Moree (Morrow) and Yost Herschberger. Donna married Dale Kneubuhler on June 28, 1951 and they were blessed to share 66 loving...
Dianne Keller
Nov 20, 2023
Dianne Keller, 80, of Woodburn, passed away Monday, November 20, 2023 at home.Dianne was born in Fort Wayne on August 9, 1943, a daughter of the late Mamie (Raber) & Emanuel Oyer.Dianne worked at the Woodburn grain elevator for many years.She will be sadly missed by her husband, Robert; children, Gary (Amy) Keller & Lisa (Brent) Voirol; brother, Michael Albersmyer;...
Sheila Ehrhart
Nov 18, 2023
Sheila Marie Ehrhart, 76, of Antwerp passed away November 18, 2023 at the CHP Hospice Center in Defiance.Sheila was born in Fort Wayne on March 9, 1947, a daughter of the late Glenn and Betty DeLong.She worked many years alongside her husband Fritz at the photography studio and later at F.S.C.&E.Sheila enjoyed auto racing, shopping, and spending time with her...
Grace Light
Nov 17, 2023
Grace Pauline Light, 96, of Antwerp, Ohio passed away at home Friday, November 17, 2023.
Grace was born in Cecil, Ohio on February 1, 1927, a daughter of the late Myrtle (Stultz) and Charles Smith.
She worked at Dana Weatherhead for many years. Grace will always be remembered for her friendly demeanor and contagious smile.
Grace will be sadly...
George Roger Wells
Nov 16, 2023
George Roger Wells, 74, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Kingston Care Center of Fort Wayne
Roger was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on May 14, 1949, a son of the late Florence (Rader) Leiter and George Wells.
Roger provided for his family as an over the road truck driver for 45 years but...
Ruth E. Hart
Nov 13, 2023
Ruth E. Hart, 86, of Antwerp, Ohio passed away Monday, November 13, 2023 at Vancrest of Hicksville.
Ruth was born in St. Joe, Indiana on January 21, 1937, a daughter of the late Ellen (White) and Paul Fetters.
Her life was always shared with her family and her church. From working at the Antwerp Exchange Bank and with her...
Karen Williams
Nov 13, 2023
Karen Williams, 65, of Payne, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center.
Karen was born in Fort Wayne on May 1, 1958, a daughter of the late Ethel (Marquiss) & Richard Flaugh.
Karen enjoyed crocheting and bowling. She also loved to travel, especially with her husband Robert on their motorcycle. Nothing brought her more joy, though,...
Julia Deatrick
Oct 29, 2023
Julia Deatrick, 80, of Payne, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023 at home.Julia was born in Paulding on April 25, 1943, a daughter of the late Bertha (McPherson) & Robert Johnson.Julia was a 1961 graduate of Oakwood High School where she enjoyed being a majorette and performing in the band and choir. She worked for much of her life as...
Rae Janiece McMichael
Oct 26, 2023
Rae Janiece McMichael, 93, of Paulding, Ohio, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Paulding County Hospital.
Rae was born in Antwerp, Ohio on March 7, 1930, a daughter of the late Florence A (Zuber) and Wilbur E Hopkins.
As a child, Rae grew up on her family farm and was a majorette in the Cecil, Ohio Band. Although Rae...
Carolyn Yvonne Farley
Oct 24, 2023
Carolyn Yvonne Farley, 73, of Payne, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at Paulding County Hospital.
Carolyn was born in Marion County, South Carolina on August 29, 1950.
She was a sweet spunky woman. Her physical size was not an indication of her huge personality. She faced life head on. Carolyn did not let her difficult days affect the...
Robert Goeltzenleuchter
Oct 16, 2023
Robert Goeltzenleuchter, 72, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away Monday, October 16, 2023.
Robert was born in Paulding, Ohio on September 16, 1951, a son of he late Arlene (Lothamer) and Robert Goeltzenleuchter.
He leaves behind two daughters, Jennifer (Charles) Roth and Dawn Goeltzenleuchter, both of Ney, Ohio; a sister, Lee Ann (Ronald) Fletcher of Woodburn, Indiana and grandchildren, Adrianna...
Donna Flagg
Oct 9, 2023
Donna Louise Flagg, 90, of Payne, Ohio passed away Monday, October 9, 2023 at Vancrest of Payne.
Donna was born in Payne on September 2, 1933, a daughter of the late Mildred (Bowen) and Chester Figert.
She worked many years as a secretary, but her passion was always her faith in God and the love for her family. It was...
Oaklee Freya Tolan
Oct 4, 2023
Oaklee Freya Tolan, 3 years old, of Payne passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at home.
Oaklee was born in Cleveland on March 11, 2020.
She will be sadly missed by her mother, Emily Tolan; siblings, Wilhelmina & Lorayne; grandparents, Thomas II & Millie Holmes; & Uncle and Aunt, Thomas III & Kelsey Holmes, & and their children Thomas IV...
David F. Nahrwold, DVM
Oct 4, 2023
David F. Nahrwold D.V.M., 69, of Woodburn, passed away on Wednesday, October 4th at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a valiant battle with cancer. His faith in Jesus Christ assured him that his spirit and soul are already in heaven awaiting the resurrection of his body on the last day.
Dr. Nahrwold was born in Fort Wayne on January 28,...
Marlene Pier
Sep 27, 2023
Marlene Pier, 84, of Antwerp, Ohio passed away at home on Wednesday, September 27, 2023.
Marlene was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on August 13, 1939, a daughter of the late Marie (Green) and Robert Rockstroh, Sr
She worked at Dana Weatherhead for many years. Nobody would dispute that Marlene was the biggest Notre Dame fan they ever knew. The...
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