Carma J. Moody
Apr 2, 2026
Carma Jean Moody, 77, of Bryan, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at the Defiance Inpatient Hospice facility, surrounded by three loving children Julie (Marvin) Matthews (Moody), of Bryan, Robert “Rob” Hartsock, of Bryan and Nathan Hartsock, of Swanton. In her final days and hours, she was visited by all three of her grandchildren, Tyler and Courtney Hartsock,...
James Paul Helbig
Apr 2, 2026
James Paul Helbig, age 84, of Bryan, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Anna’s House Hillside Country Living, Bryan, Ohio after a brave fight against Dementia and Alzheimer’s. He was a graduate of Elmhurst High School, Fort Wayne, Indiana and received an Associates Degree in Business and Finance. James was a United States Air Force veteran, having served...
Jerry L. Leupp
Apr 1, 2026
Jerry L. Leupp, age 80, of Archbold, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Jerry was a United States Army veteran who served in Korea during the Vietnam War. He worked in maintenance at Young Spring & Wire until it closed then worked at Allied Moulded until he retired. Jerry was...
Marilyn Jean Darby
Mar 31, 2026
Marilyn J. Darby, age 83, of Montpelier, OH passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN following a battle with cancer. Marilyn was a legal secretary at Bish, Butler & Thompson, LTD. in Bryan specializing in Real Estate. She retired with over 50 years of service. Marilyn was very active in the Williams...
Robert P. Flory
Mar 29, 2026
Robert Paul “Bob” Flory, age 91, of Bryan, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026 at Fairlawn Haven in Archbold. He was a US Army veteran who served from 1957-1959 and was honorably discharged. Bob retired from LaChoy in Archbold after 42 years of service. He was a talented musician and played steel guitar in several area bands. Bob was a...
Juan R. Barrera
Mar 29, 2026
Juan Rodriguez “Casper” Barrera, age 67, of Bryan, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Juan was a United States Marine Corps veteran who served from 1978-1982. He worked at Titan Tire in utility/maintenance and retired after 33 ½ years of service. He had worked at Martin Sprocket and Gear for...
Merlin G Baker
Mar 28, 2026
Merlin G. Baker, age 89, of Bryan, Ohio passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Parkview Bryan Hospital. Merlin was born February 10, 1937 in Waldron, Michigan to the late Jack O. and Pauline (Ray) Baker. He married Mary Lou Byers and she survives. Merlin was a mechanic and worked for Spangler Candy Company for 38 years. Merlin was baptized...
George Wesley Strayer
Mar 27, 2026
George Wesley Strayer, age 73, of Bryan, Ohio passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at his home, while under the care of hospice. George was born in Perrysburg, Ohio on November 29, 1952 to the late Donald and Wilma (Garmenn) Strayer. George was a 1971 graduate of Fayette High School. On October 15, 1977, he married Patricia (Clark) Strayer,...
Donald Keith Moser
Mar 26, 2026
Donald “Don” Keith Moser, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 26th leaving behind a legacy of hard work, laughter, and deep love for his family.
Don was born on August 4, 1936, in Defiance, Ohio. He spent the first 39 years of his life there before moving to Bryan, Ohio, in 1975.
He proudly served his country...
DeWayne A. Colbart
Mar 25, 2026
DeWayne Allen Colbart, age 66, of Bryan, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. DeWayne retired from Titan Tire after 40 years of service. He began his career as a tire builder and later was a band builder. DeWayne enjoyed woodworking, gardening, golfing, fishing and was an avid sports fan, especially the Ohio State Buckeyes and...
Sherry L. Afifi
Mar 22, 2026
Sherry L. Afifi, age 65, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Evergreen Healthcare in Montpelier, OH.
Sherry will be remembered for her strong spirit and the deep love she had for her family. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures—traveling, learning about history, and caring for animals.
More than anything, Sherry cherished her family. She treasured...
Janina "Nina" P. Danko
Mar 22, 2026
Janina "Nina" P. Danko, age 85, of Bryan, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Parkview Regional Health Care, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Born on November 21, 1940, in Warsaw, Poland she was the daughter of Gabriella Srebnik. Nina moved from Poland to Israel before coming to the United States. She married Robert Danko on July 27, 1968 in Canton,...
Laresa Y. Forbes
Mar 18, 2026
Laresa Yvonne Forbes, age 65, of Bryan, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at her son’s residence in Delaware, Ohio, following an extended illness. Laresa was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Bryan and a former member of the Pulaski Garden Club. She enjoyed volunteering with the Bryan Chamber of Commerce Christmas...
Emma J. Kinzer
Mar 18, 2026
Emma J. Kinzer, age 95, of Edon, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at her home. A graduate of Harlan High School, Emma was a farm wife, working on the family farm along side her husband, Lester. She attended First United Methodist Church in Montpelier, Ohio. Emma was babysitter for many years. She was an avid bowler, enjoyed...
Kenneth G. Shawver
Mar 17, 2026
Kenneth "Ken" G. Shawver, age 81, of Montpelier, Ohio passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, March 17, 2026, at Majestic Healthcare of Bryan surrounded by his family. He was born March 26, 1944, in Defiance, Ohio to the late William Bryan and Helen Gertrude (Porter) Shawver. He was a graduate of Paulding High School. He married Polly Jean Bowers on...
Alfiea E. Thompson
Mar 17, 2026
Alfiea E. Thompson, age 79, of Pioneer, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at Ayden Healthcare of Waterville. Alfiea was a dental assistant for over 20 years working in Waterville, Holland and the Toledo Correctional Facility. She loved life, joking, decorating, gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family and her beloved kitty, Misti and dog, Sadie.
Alfiea was...
Patti J. Lirot
Mar 15, 2026
Patti Jo Lirot, age 73, of Archbold, OH, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at the Fulton County Health Center. Patti worked for Sauder Manufacturing for 11 years and worked as a waitress for 35 years. She was a member of St. John’s Christian Church in Archbold where she was active in mission work with the church. Patti enjoyed...
Kevin E. Sharp, Jr.
Mar 13, 2026
Kevin Edward Sharp, Jr., age 42, of Defiance, Ohio, passed away at 11:53 A.M. on Friday, March 13, 2026 at his residence. Kevin was a 2003 graduate of Four County Career Center’s Janitorial program and Defiance High School. He was a loving and positive person. He was happiest making others smile. Kevin was an avid fan of all types of...
Carol J. Payne
Mar 11, 2026
Carol Jean Payne, age 78, of Bryan, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Hillside Country Living, Bryan, Ohio. A graduate of South High School, Columbus, Ohio. Carol went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from West Liberty College and earned her master’s degree from Defiance College. She was a teacher at Four County Joint Vocational School, Archbold,...
Jerry H. Mocherman
Mar 11, 2026
Jerry Henry Mocherman, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2026 at Majestic Care of Bryan, OH where he had been resident. Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served his country from 1958 to 1960. He was employed by the Ohio Art Company for 42 years in the maintenance and carpenter shops prior to his retirement.
Jerry...
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