Bonnie Marie Kimmet
July 25, 2004
Bonnie Marie Kimmet, 38, of Sylvania, and formerly of Ottoville, whose energetic spirit and loving nature compelled her to lend a hand to anyone with a need, died Sunday from complications of a cerebral aneurysm at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Mrs. Kimmet was a talented quilt artist whose painting and drawing skills, as well as her singing and musical ability brought joy to hundreds of friends and family. She was known for her bubbly personality, loving nature and untiring energy. 'She was down to earth, wholesome and loving,' her brother Nathan Ricker said. 'She helped everyone she could and never expected anything in return.' Bonnie had an enormous reservoir of energy and never tired of joining in to make things happen. 'She had the ability to figure out what you needed done, how to do it and finish it before you realized why you needed it,' said Dr. David Mallory, friend of the family. One cold winter's night a few years back Bonnie decided that St. Joseph's of Sylvania should have a live nativity scene at Christmas. A few days later, in her typically joyful world wind style, she had the entire schedule for the event set. She also made costumes, purchased hay and helped build the manger scene. 'We all made quilts in Ottoville, but Bonnie was the fastest quilter anyone had ever seen,' said Jan Kimmet, her mother-in-law. Bonnie visited a friend's son, Louie, in Toledo hospital. By the next morning she had made a quilt for him. Her quilts adorn the homes of hundreds of people in Northwest Ohio. Bonnie loved to help make other people's lives better. 'There were so many times I would come home and Bonnie would be downstairs sewing costumes for a play or event for someone else's kids,' her husband Mark recalled. More remarkable was her willingness to do it with a smile on her face and love in her heart. She had a penchant for bringing love into a room and making tedious work fun. 'She decided to redecorate our breakfast nook and turn it into a Roman ruin with hand painted bricks and peeling plaster just like she had seen in Rome,' friend Barbara Tartaglia fondly recalls. 'My husband came home and found Bonnie on a ladder with her baby in a papoose, pulling down wallpaper. He had no idea what she was up to, but knew whatever it was, Bonnie would do it well. Later Bonnie came back and painted grapevines because 'there was something else that it needed.' Bonnie was raised in the small community of Ottoville, where she met and married her high school sweetheart Mark Kimmet. At Ottoville High she was a cheerleader, and had the lead in the school play for three of her four years. She was gifted with a beautiful voice and started singing at weddings as a teenager. She also played piano and danced in recitals. Mrs. Kimmet later attended Owens and received an AS in Accounting. Her marriage to Mark was blessed by four handsome young boys: Alex, 12; Matt, 10; Jason, 8; and Adam, 2 years old. Mark and her boys were her greatest love. They attended St. Joe's in Sylvania, where she was involved in CHRP retreats, was a Sunday school teacher and later the coordinator. She taught CCD and was a Cub Scout Den Mom. Bonnie was the Mom everyone relied upon to get the costumes and decorations done. Bonnie never met a person who didn't become her friend. Her warm smile and delightful laughter will be sorely missed by family and friends. Friends are invited to write down vignettes about Bonnie and send them to the family so that her little boys can read them when they get older and understand what an extraordinary woman she was. She was born to John and Jane (Pohlman) Ricker. Her father survives. Survivors also include four sons, Alec, Matthew, Jason and Adam; a sister, Lisa; and three brothers, Nathan, Mike and Steve. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Sylvania. Burial will be in Toledo Memorial Park. Friends may call from 5-9 p.m. today and from 3-9 p.m. Thursday at Foth-Dorfmeyer Mortuary, 3815 Sylvania Ave., Toledo, where a rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Preferred memorials are in care of her husband for distribution to several charities in her memory, which include Mom's House, Make-a-Wish Foundation or Susan G. Korman Breast Cancer Foundation.

Ruth Edna Downey
Oct. 28, 1923 - July 26, 2004
Ruth Edna Downey, 80, of Celina, died at 5 p.m. Monday at St. Rita's Medical Center. She was born Oct. 28, 1923, in Delphos, to Joseph and Pettronella (Carder) Gremling. On June 10, 1944, she married John E. Downey, who died March 23, 1990. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Celina, the Rev. Tom Brenberger officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Celina. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at W.H. Dick & Sons Funeral Home, Celina. Preferred memorials are to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Celina.

Robert W. Shafer
March 23, 1924 - July 26, 2004
Robert W. Shafer, 80, of Kalida, died at 11:20 a.m. Monday at St. Rita's Medical Center. He was born March 23, 1924, in Paulding, to James and Amelia (Stork) Shafer. On July 18, 1949, he married Ann M. Wehri-Kahle, who died Jan. 2, 2003. Survivors include a daughter, Mitsie (Wes) Sagness of Tempe, Ariz.; two stepdaughters, Betty (James) Hamilton of Kalida and Joyce (Phillip) Wiley of Columbus Grove; four sisters, Beulah (Ernest) Weller of Oakwood, Pauline Tracy of Continental, Stella Frost of Defiance and Marianne (Bill) Baringer of Ayersville; two grandchildren, six stepgrandchildren, two great-grandchildren and 19 step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Albert, Jeff and Wilbur 'Hike' Shafer; and two sisters, Mildred Shaffer and Florence Sheeks. Mr. Shafer was a self-employed truck driver. He was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Kalida, the Ottawa VFW and Continental American Legion. He was a World War II Army veteran. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Michael Catholic Church, the Rev. Scott Kramer and Deacon Joe Heeter officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Lima, with military graveside rites conducted by the Ottawa VFW and Continental American Legions posts. Friends may call 2-8 p.m. Thursday at Love Funeral Home, Ottawa, where a scripture service will be held at 3 p.m. and a VFW service will be at 7 p.m. Preferred memorials are to the American Diabetes Association or donor's choice.

Carl G. Place
Nov. 9, 1922 - July 26, 2004
Carl G. 'Shorty' Place, 81, of rural Spencerville, formerly of Buckland, died at 2:10 p.m. Monday at Roselawn Manor Nursing Home, Spencerville. He was born Nov. 9, 1922, in Logan Township, Auglaize County, to William Melvin 'Billie' and Hazel Irene (Sunderland) Place. On Feb. 2, 1946, he married Mary Alice McPheron, who died July 23, 1965. He then married Betty M. Person Wierwille on May 7, 1966, who survives. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home, Spencerville, Pastors Ron Lee, Tom Shobe and Robert Place officiating. Burial will be in Buckland Cemetery. Friends may call 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Roselawn Manor Activity Fund.

Mary C. DiSanze
Oct. 25, 1919 - July 24, 2004
Mary C. DiSanze, 84, of Ottoville, died at 12:50 p.m. Saturday at the Sarah Jane Living Center. She was born Oct. 25, 1919, in Paulding County, to Tom and Emma (Clark) Bullinger. On Oct. 1, 1949, she married Peter S. DiSanze, who preceded her in death. Survivors include daughter; Jenny (Carl) Turnwald of Ottoville; two sisters: Madonna Amato of Shelby and Elizabeth Ricker of Ottoville; a brother: Rollin Bullinger of Oakwood; two granddaughters, Lauri (Tyson) Thatcher of Middle Point and Lisa (Dan) Decker of Kalida; four great-grandchildren, Alexis Decker, Briggs Thatcher, Sydni Thatcher, and Braden Decker. She was preceded in death by four brothers: Raymond, Richard, Russell and Robert Bullinger; and two sisters, Margaret Finn and Melvena Myers. Mrs. DiSanze was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ottoville, and its Altar Rosary Society, and was formerly a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church and its Altar Rosary Society in Van Wert. She enjoyed golf and bingo and was a motorcycle enthusiast. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ottoville, the Rev. Tony Borgia officiating. There will be a graveside service 3:30 p.m. Thursday at the Mansfield Cemetery in Mansfield, the Rev. Herb Weber officiating. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 pm. Wednesday at Kolkmeyer-Helmkamp-Orians Funeral Home, Ottoville, where a parish wake will be at 3 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sarah Jane Living Center or donor's choice.

Annette Westervelt
Annette Westervelt, 89, of Oakleaf Village, died Friday at Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus. She married Robert Westervelt, who preceded her in death. Survivors include a daughter, Mary (Donald) Slicker; a sister-in-law, Goergianna Judkins; a nephew, David Judkins; two grandchildren, Randall (Dianne) Sicker and Stacia (Pat) Siconolfi; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Maude Judkins; and a brother, Bill Judkins. Mrs. Westervelt was a lifelong member of Eastern Star, Delphos. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Walnut Grove Cemetery.

Tate Gene Griner
May 13, 2004
- July 22, 2004
Tate Gene Griner, 10 weeks, of Cloverdale, died Thursday at Coldwater Hospital, Coldwater, Mich. He was born May 13, 2004
, in Lima, to Chris and Karen (Gudakunst) Griner, who survive in Cloverdale. Mass of Christian burial will be at 12:30 p.m. Monday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ottoville, the Rev. Randy Giesige officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Ottoville. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Sunday at Kolkmeyer-Helmkamp-Orians Funeral Home, Ottoville. Preferred memorials are to the family. Arrangements are by Harter and Son Funeral Home.

Gertrude Schlagbaum
Sept. 1, 1915 - July 22, 2004
Gertrude 'Gertie' Schlagbaum, 88, of Ottoville, died at 10:45 a.m. Thursday at St. Rita's Medical Center. She was born Sept. 1, 1915, in Ottoville, to Joseph and Mary (Miller) Bendele. On June 18, 1938, she married Anthony A. Schlagbaum, who preceded her in death June 24, 1996. Survivors include five sons, Roger (Miriam) Schlagbaum of Monte Vista, Colo., Donald (DeeDee) Schlagbaum, Gary (Janice) Schlagbaum and Russell Schlagbaum of Ottoville and Timothy (Cheryl) Schlagbaum of Safety Harbor, Fla.; a daughter, Arlene (James) Herman of Kettering; a sister, Rosine Severin of Fort Wayne; 14 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathleen Louise Schlagbaum; three brothers, Isadore, John and Alphonse Bendele; and three sisters, Armella Gross, Loretta Work and Bernetta Allemier. Mrs. Schlagbaum was a homemaker and member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ottoville, and its Altar Rosary Society. She was also a member of the 500 Club since 1945. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the Rev. Tony Borgia officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Ottoville. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at Kolkmeyer-Helmkamp-Orians Funeral Home, Ottoville, where a parish wake will be at 3 p.m. Preferred memorials are to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or St. Mary Catholic Cemetery

Vivian L. Pracht
Dec. 7, 1917 - July 22, 2004
Vivian L. Pracht, 86, of Lima, died at 12:52 a.m. at Outlook Point. She was born Dec. 7, 1917, in Spencerville, to Charles J. and Olive Mae (Crites) Hanley. On Feb. 3, 1945, she married Eugene C. Pracht, who died July 31, 1971. Survivors include a son, Bob (Elaina) Pracht of Alpharetta, Ga.; three daughters, Jan (Howard) Stiles and Cece (Roy) Bailey of Lima and Peggie (Steve) Clapp of Middleton, Tenn.; a sister, Velma Blackman of Glendale, Calif.; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Thomas Pracht; and a sister, Ruth Patterson. Mrs. Pracht was employed at B.P.O. Elks Lodge 54 for 50 years, retiring in 1999. She had also worked at Irene's Bridal Shoppe as a bridal consultant and at Don Johnson Gifts. She was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church, Lima, and a former member of St. Rose Catholic Church, Lima. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Charles Catholic Church. Burial will be in Gethsemani Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Chiles and Sons-Laman Funeral Home, Lima, where a parish wake will be at 8 p.m. Preferred memorials are to Lima Central Catholic or St. Charles Catholic Church.

Gertrude Schlagbaum
Sept. 1, 1915 - July 22, 2004
Gertrude 'Gertie' Schlagbaum, 88, of Ottoville, died at 10:45 a.m. Thursday at St. Rita's Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Kolkmeyer-Helmkamp-Orians Funeral Home, Ottoville.

Robert J. Blough
April 22, 1922 - July 22, 2004
Robert J. Blough, 82, of Bluffton, died at 1:05 a.m. Thursday at Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton. He was born April 22, 1922, in Middlebury, Ind., to Samuel J. and Ruth (Horner) Blough. On June 9, 1946, he married Celia Amstutz, who survives. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Deshler. Burial will be in Salem Mennonite Church Cemetery, Kidron. Friends may call from 3-6 p.m. Sunday at First Mennonite Church, Bluffton, and from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at Hanneman Funeral Home, Deshler. Preferred memorials are to Cystic Fibrosis.

Nancy J. Martin
Nancy J. Martin, 59, of Spencerville, died at 9:18 p.m. Tuesday at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. She was born Jan. 23, 1945 in Lima to Alden B. and Geordis L. (Campbell) Stout. On July 1, 1967, she married Michael H. Martin. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the St. Charles Catholic Church, Lima. Burial will follow in the Fort Amanda Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Friday at the Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home, Spencerville.

Carl A. Hemker
June 30, 1926 - July 20, 2004
Carl Aloysius Hemker, 78, of Delphos, died at 9:25 p.m. Tuesday at his residence. He was born June 30, 1926 in Van Wert County to Joseph and Agnes (Wrasman) Hemker. On Aug. 25, 1951, he married Dolores Hohlbein, who survives in Delphos. Other survivors include seven children, Diane (Michael) Bendele of Delphos, Susan (Michael) Scheckelhoff of Pendelton, Ind., David Hemker and Randall (Jane Moorman) Hemker of Delphos, Roland (Michelle Mueller) Hemker of Oakwood and Donna (Gary) Maas and Barbara (Charles) Klausing of Delphos; five sisters, Mary (Gilbert) Pohl, Sister Mary (Catherine) Joseleen SND, Ruth Baldauf, Clara (Joseph) Alvarado and Anna (Daniel) Baldauf; four brothers, Paul (Rita) Hemker, Herman (Alvera) Hemker, Leo (Lydia) Hemker and Ralph (Yvonne) Hemker; and 22 grandchildren. Mr. Hemker began working as a mechanic at the William Bishop's Studebaker Agency in 1950 and continued at the same location when in 1953 it became Hanshumaker Motor Sales and in 1987 when it became Terry Swaney Motor Sales, Inc. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus and Allen County Right to Life. He loved cars, was an avid boater and water skier and loved spending time with his family. Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. Thomas Gorman officiating. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery, with military graveside rites conducted by the Delphos Veterans Council. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at Harter and Son Funeral Home, where a K of C rosary will be at 7 p.m. and a parish wake will be at 7:30 p.m. Preferred memorials are to St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.

Elmer C. Robinson
March 25, 1922 - July 14, 2004
Elmer C. Robinson, 82, of Lima, died at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday at Springview Manor. He was born March 25, 1922, in Delphos, to Elmer S. and Crystal A. (Lucas) Robinson. On Feb. 18, 1966, he married Laura E. Peters who survives. He had been married to Sue L. Ferral, who preceded him in death. Survivors also include a brother-in-law, Lloyd Peters and companion Mary Alice; two sisters-in-law, Mildred and Virginia Peters; 10 nephews, four nieces and cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by a son, Roger Robinson; a daughter, Alta Jean Robinson; a sister, Lucy Moreo; a sister-in-law, Catherine Peters; and two brothers-in-law, Lawrence and Everett Peters. Mr. Robinson retired from maintenance for American Township and had previously been employed at Fruehauf in Delphos and Ford Motor Company. He was a member of Old German Baptist Brethren church and was a Jefferson High School and LaSalle Extension University graduate. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Old German Baptist Brethren Church. A prayer service will be at 9 a.m. at the church prior to services. Burial will be in Ash Grove Old German Baptist Cemetery. Friends may call 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at Chiles and Sons-Laman Funeral Home, Shawnee Chapel. Preferred memorials are to Elida Rescue Squad or St. Rita's Hospice.

Peggy Sue Lindeman
Jan. 7, 1975 - July 13, 2004
Peggy Sue Lindeman, 29, of Spencerville, died at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Roselawn Manor Nursing Home, Spencerville. She was born Jan 7, 1975, in Lima, to Karen Sue (Lindeman) Young and stepfather John R Young Sr. they survive in Spencerville. Other survivors include a stepbrother, John R. (Jessica) Young Jr. of Spencerville; and paternal grandmother, Ann Jeanette Young of Delphos. She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Carl and Marge Lindeman; and paternal stepgrandfather, Jack L. Young. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home, Spencerville. Burial will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, near Spencerville. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Ronald N. Kuhn
June 5, 1940 - July 4, 2004
Ronald N. Kuhn, 64, of Prescott, Ariz., formerly of Delphos, died July 4. He was born to Carl and Blanche Kuhn. In August 1959, he married Dorothy L. Bryan, who died in December 1984. Survivors include three children, Karl (Dawn) Kuhn of Thousand Oakes, Calif., and Earl Kuhn and Amy Hicks of Bonnie Lake, Wash.; two sisters, Donna (Dick) Garrett of Florida and Joan (Bert) Truesdale of California; two brothers, Richard Kuhn of Arizona and Don Kuhn of North Carolina; and three grandchildren, Tanner and Zoe Kuhn and Russell Hicks. Mr. Kuhn was a Jefferson High School graduate.

Ernest Schimmoeller
Oct. 20, 1920 - July 12, 2004
Ernest H. Schimmoeller, 83, of McComb, died at 12:30 p.m. Monday at Cedar Village in Mason. He was born Oct. 20, 1920, in Paulding County near Fort Jennings, to John and Rose (Kaverman) Schimmoeller. He married Magdalene T. (Miller) on April 18, 1942 and she died Feb. 12, 2003. Surviving are three sons, Marvin C. and Mark J., both of Van Buren, and Dale E. of McComb; two daughters, Mrs. David (Janis R.) Zander of Walnut, Calif. and Dianne F. Hoadley of Mason; one brother, Paul Schimmoeller of Fort Jennings; six sisters, Catherine Schimmoeller, Mary Sargent, Annette Hilvers and Margaret VonSossan all of Fort Jennings, Sister Jane Schimmoeller of Wapakoneta and Ethel Recker of Kalida;12 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Cleo and Roger Schimmoeller; and one sister, Helen Schimmoeller. Mr. Schimmoeller was a farmer. He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Findlay, and the Knights of Columbus. He was a member of the Fort Jennings American Legion for over 60 years and was also a life member of V.F.W. Post 9231 of McComb. He was an Army Veteran of World War II, having served in the European Theatre, where he earned the Purple Heart. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Thursday at St. Michael Church, Findlay. Burial will be in the parish cemetery with military rites conducted by the Hancock County Veterans Memorial Squad. Visitation will be held from 1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Wednesday at Coldren-Crates Funeral Home, Findlay, where a scripture service will be held at 8:30 p.m. A rosary will be recited half an hour before services on Thursday at the church. Memorials may be made to Cancer Patient Services, 820 N, Main St., Suite 7, Findlay, 45840.

Richard H. Moenter
June 12, 1916 - July 9, 2004
Richard H. Moenter, 88, of Delphos, died at 7:17 p.m. Friday at St. Rita's Medical Center. He was born June 12, 1916, in Allen County, to Henry and Ann (Lindeman) Moenter. On Nov. 28, 1946, he married Malinda M. Schmersal, who died April 21, 2004
. Survivors include two sons, Daniel (Nancy) Moenter of Atlanta and Robert (Debra) Moenter of Delphos; a sister, Lillian Von Lehmden of Fort Jennings; a brother, Otmer Moenter of Delphos; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Schimmoeller. Mr. Moenter retired from the Delphos Stone Quarry and farming. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus Council 1362. He loved to garden and enjoyed doing various projects in his shop. He also enjoyed playing cards and spending time with family and friends. Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. Thomas Gorman officiating. Private burial will be at a later date in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. today at Harter and Son Funeral Home, where a K of C service will be at 7 p.m. and a parish wake will be at 8:30 p.m. Preferred memorials are to St. John's Teacher Endowment or Sisters of Notre Dame.

Roseanna L. Butler
June 10, 1950 - July 8, 2004
Roseanna L. Butler, 54, of Delphos, died at 1:15 p.m. Thursday at St. Rita's Medical Center. She was born June 10, 1950, in Allen County, to David Orville and Doris A. (Keysor) Fisher. On Dec. 26, 1993, she married Edward Butler, who survives in Delphos. Other survivors include a daughter, Rebecca K. Butler of Delphos; two stepsons, Tim Butler of Kansas City, Kan., and Michael (Lorraine) Butler of Delphos; three stepdaughters, Paula Butler of Van Wert, Amy Joe (Lowell) Horten of Delphos and Mary Kay Grand of Las Vegas; three sisters, Lynn Berryman of Delphos, Mary Snyder of Harrod and Jeanne Fogle of Kenton; two brothers, Bud (Jacque) Fisher of Kenton and Larry Fisher of Lima; 10 step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Butler worked as a general laborer at Kenton Technologies for 25 years. She was a member of First Tabernacle of Cridersville. She loved to take pictures. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Harter and Son Funeral Home, the Rev. Wayne Prater officiating. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Saturday and 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the family.

Alfred M. Seffernick
Aug. 9, 1941 - July 8, 2004
Alfred M. Seffernick, 62, of Delphos, died at 4:30 a.m. Thursday at Ohio State University Hospital. He was born Aug. 9, 1941, in Delphos, to Alfred B. and Myrtle (Allemeier) Seffernick. His mother survives in Delphos. On Oct. 13, 1962, he married Barbara Clement, who also survives in Delphos. Other survivors include, two daughters, Karen (Dan) Krietemeyer of Fort Jennings and Amy Seffernick of Delphos; a son, Keith Seffernick of Delphos; nine siblings, Lewis (Sue) Seffernick of Decatur, Ind., Joseph (Betty) Seffernick of Geneva, Ind., Michael (Kathleen) Seffernick of Bucyrus, Stephen (Linda) Seffernick of Delphos, Dennis (Jan) Seffernick of Swanton, Susan (Wade) Griffis of Grand Rapids, Mich., Beckie (Steve) Vaniman of Bay City, Mich., Mary Ann (Tony) Romaker of Bowling Green and Thomas (Sharon) Seffernick of Cleveland; and five grandchildren, Melissa, Rachel and Jason Krietemeyer and Gage and Gavin Seffernick. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Betsy Seffernick. Mr. Seffernick had worked at Pangles for 25 as a meat cutter. He then became meat manager at Ray's Eastgate in Lima until his retirement due to his health. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and operated Saturday night bingo games for the church for 17 years. He was an enthusiastic collector and gardener. Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at Kolkmeyer-Helmkamp-Orians Funeral Home, where a parish wake will be at 8 p.m. Preferred memorials are to St. John's Parish Foundation.

Maria J. Pierce
Aug. 31, 1971 - July 7, 2004
Maria J. Pierce, 32, of Convoy, died at 5:10 p.m. Wednesday in an automobile accident on State Route 49 and U.S. 30. She was born Aug. 31, 1971, in Ottoville to Norbert 'Norb' and Rita (Ernst) Schnipke, who survive. On Sept. 7, 1991, she married Randy Pierce, who survives in Convoy. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Van Wert, the Rev. Charles Obinwa and Deacon Andy McMahon officiating. Burial will be in Convoy I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call 2-5 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. today at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home, Van Wert, where a prayer service will be at 8:30 p.m. Preferred memorials are to the family.

Anthony C. Pohlman
Anthony C. 'Tony' Pohlman, 77, of Lima, died at 8:50 p.m. Tuesday at Lost Creek Care Center. He was born July 11, 1926, in Delphos, to Anthony F. and Anna (Lause) Pohlman. On June 14, 1947, he married Elizabeth J. Cartwright, who survive in Lima. Survivors also include, four sons, James A. (Beverly) Pohlman of Lawrenceville, Va., David R. (Janice) Pohlman of Fort Jennings, Michael E. Pohlman of Gallipolis and Timothy J. (Ellen) Pohlman of Kalida; a sister, Rita (Earl) Miehls of Fort Jennings; and five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy S. Marshall; and two sisters, Martha Porter and Margaret Friemoth. Mr. Pohlman was a longtime truck mechanic and was last employed at Nelson Packaging in the maintenance department until his retirement. He was a member of St. John Catholic Church, Lima, and was a World War II veteran and member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1275. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. John Catholic Church, Lima. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, with military graveside rites conducted by VFW Post 1275. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. today at Hogenkamp Weber Funeral Home, Lima, where a parish wake will be at 8 p.m. Preferred memorials are to Lost Creek Care Center.

Datha M. Exline
Oct. 2, 1906 - July 7, 2004
Datha M. Gamble Exline, 97, of Van Wert, died 5:45 p.m. Wednesday at the Vancrest Health Care Center, Van Wert. She was born Oct. 2, 1906 in Van Wert to Clarence and Minnie (Hatfield) Judkins. In 1927 she married W. Glenn Gamble, who died in 1956. In 1959 she married Charles W. Exline, who died in 1994. Survivors include two step sons, James W. and Robert L. Exline of Van Wert; two nieces, Susan Estill Linton of Van Wert and Betsy Estill Brotherton of New Haven, Ind.; three step grandchildren and several great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, J. Robert Gamble and a sister, Elizabeth Estill Robeson. Mrs. Gamble Exline had been a manager at the Ohio State Employment Service Office, Van Wert, from 1941-1951 and was later affiliated with Clark's Shoe Store, Van Wert. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Van Wert, and a former member of Delphos Chapter Order of the Eastern Star, Van Wert Women's Club, Van Wert Visiting Nurses Auxiliary, Van Wert County Historical Society, United Federation of Dolls Club and Madison Area Doll Club. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home, Van Wert, the Rev. Edward Jillson officiating. Burial will follow in Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert. Preferred memorials are to the donor's choice.

Lula C. Rigdon
Sept. 14, 1933 - July 5, 2004
Lula C. Rigdon, 70, of Delphos, died 12:45 p.m. Monday at St. Rita's Medical Center. She was born Sept. 14, 1933, in Delphos, to Edward J. and Lela (Harris) Mullen. On Dec. 20, 1954, she married Frank Rigdon who survives in Delphos. Other survivors include a son, Franklin E. Rigdon of Tomah, Wis.; two daughters, Karen Rigdon of Van Wert and Vickie (Steven) Lause of Delphos; four sisters, Delilah Hannon of Luckey, Minnie Beougher of Celina and Mary Placke and Jan Colson of Medina; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, William Mullen. Mrs. Rigdon retired from Chief Supermarket where she worked in the deli. She was also a volunteer for the Interfaith Thrift Shop. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and attended Delphos Wesleyan Church. She enjoyed playing bingo and going to garage sales. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Harter and Son Funeral Home, the Rev. Wayne Prater officiating. Burial will follow in the Walnut Grove Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society and Delphos Wesleyan Church.

Madge Lee Heller
Oct. 10, 1909 - July 3, 2004
Madge Lee Heller, 94, of Delphos, died 11:05 p.m. Saturday at Lincolnway Nursing Home, Middle Point. She was born Oct. 10, 1909, in Bettsville, to David and Effie (Null) Leggett. On Feb. 6, 1932, she married Gerald Basil Heller, who died Nov. 25, 1993. Survivors include a son, Lyle (Myrna) Heller of Delphos; two granddaughters, Megan (Randy) Ryan of Lima and Kristin Heller of Bowling Green; and a niece, Shirley Adams, of Michigan. She was preceded in death by a brother, Walter Leggett; two sisters, Dorothy Shroyer and Gesta De Freest; and a niece, Valerie Imirie. Mrs. Heller was an elementary school teacher, beginning her teaching in a one-room school house in Seneca County near Republic from 1928-1929. She then taught at Punk Hollow in the Hopewell-Loudon School District near Fostoria from 1929-1932. She continued tutoring in Seneca County in the 1950's. In the 1960's, she returned to teaching at Fort Jennings from which she retired. She did continue to tutor students at home. She was a graduate of Jackson Township High School in Amsden and attended Bowling Green State University. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church of Delphos, United Methodist Women, Afternoon Circle, Order of the Eastern Star and Delphos Book Club. She was an avid reader, collector of antiques and a gardener. She loved animals, especially cats. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. today at Harter and Son Funeral Home, the Rev. David Howell officiating. Burial followed in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Fort Jennings. Preferred memorials are to Trinity United Methodist Church, Delphos Public Library Children's Section or Lincolnway Nursing Home.

Michael Morrison
May 23, 1985 - July 1, 2004
Michael Morrison, 19, of New Haven, Ind., formerly of Delphos, died at 7:20 a.m. Thursday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was born May 23, 1985, in Lima to James R. and Michele (Franks) Morrison. His mother survives in New Haven. His father preceded him in death. Other survivors include two sisters, Nicole Morrison of Columbus and Devonne Franks of Delphos; a brother, James 'Jimmy' Morrison III of Dayton; maternal grandparents Glenn and Beverly Amstutz of Delphos; and one niece, one nephew and aunts and uncles. He was also preceded in death by a grandmother, Madeline Greulich. Mr. Morrison was a 2004
graduate of New Haven High School. He played football and basketball for the Jefferson Wildcats and New Haven Bulldogs. He was athletic and enjoyed all sports. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Harter and Son Funeral Home, the Rev. Ron Lumm officiating. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery. Friends may call 2-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the family.

Nellie L. Blackmore
Sept. 20, 1913 - July 1, 2004
Nellie L. Blackmore, 90, of Van Wert, died at 7:50 p.m. Thursday at Vancrest Health Care Center, Van Wert. She was born Sept. 20, 1913, in Hoaglin Township, Van Wert County, to John and Ella Mae (West) Heyman. On Oct. 15, 1933, she married Carl E. Blackmore, who died July 6, 1986. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home, Van Wert, the Rev. Jody Harr officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Middle Point. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Middle Point Presbyterian Church.

Glen L. Martin
July 3, 1931 - June 30, 2004
Glen L. Martin, 72, of Delphos, died at 6:35 p.m. Wednesday at his residence. He was born July 3, 1931, in Willshire, to Charley and Mildred (Troutner) Martin. He married Mary M. Harmon in 1953. She survives. Other survivors include a son, Randy (Jill) Martin of Delphos; two daughters, Pam (Gregory) Gigliotti of Newark, Del., and Dawn (Jason) Feasby of Van Wert; two brothers, Wilbur (Georga) Martin of Van Wert and James (Helen) Martin of Decatur, Ind.; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, David Martin; three brothers, William, Chester and Walter Martin; and two sisters, Betty Jean and Norma Fae. Mr. Martin worked at New Delphos for 10 years and also worked at Krey's Packing Company and Zing Quality Plating. He was an active member of Pentecostal Ways Church, Van Wert. He enjoyed camping, auctioning and watching his grandchildren play soccer. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Harter and Son Funeral Home, the Rev. Bill Watson officiating. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery. Friends may call 2-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the family.

LaDonna Eggeman
Feb. 21, 1939 - June 30, 2004
LaDonna Eggeman, 65, of Delphos, died Wednesday at Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born Feb. 21 1939 in Landeck to Norbert 'Tim' and Alvena (Fuerst) Rode, both deceased. On Sept. 15, 1956, she married Ronald G. Eggeman who survives in Delphos. Other survivors include two sons, Russell (Natalie) Eggeman of Fort Wayne and Ronald K. (Laura) Eggeman of Goshen, Ind.; a daughter, Catherine (David) Joseph of Delphos; two sisters, Carol (Roland) Bewsey and Arlene (John) Nomina of Delphos; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a son, Richard Eggeman. Mrs. Eggeman was a retired seamstress from the Drapery Stitch in Delphos. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, crafts, puzzles and camping with her grandchildren. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Harter and Son Funeral Home, the Rev. Ron Lumm officiating. Burial will follow in the Walnut Grove Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-9 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the family.

Darrell R. Wiechart
Aug. 20, 1934 - June 30, 2004
Darrell R. Wiechart, 69, of Delphos, died at 6:54 a.m. Wednesday at St. Rita's Medical Center. He was born Aug. 20, 1934, in Van Wert County, to Gilbert and Bernice (Matson) Wiechart. On June 18, 1960, he married Barbara A. Wilcox, who survives. Survivors also include three daughters, Debra (David) Zellers of Hartville, Darrilyn (Steve) Lawrence of New Haven, Ind., and Cheryl (Thomas) Rohrbach of Medina; a brother, James (Betty) Wiechart of Spencerville; and eight grandchildren, Nicholas, Bethany, Angela, Michael, John, Ethan, Stephanie and Mallorie. Mr. Wiechart retired from Trim Trends in Spencerville after 44 years. The last three years he was employed at Krendl Machine. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and was an Army veteran, serving in Germany. He was also a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3035. He was an enthusiastic fisherman and enjoyed woodworking. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, with military graveside rites conducted by the Delphos Veterans Council. Friends may call 2-8 p.m. Friday at Kolkmeyer-Helmkamp-Orians Funeral Home, where a parish wake will be at 8 p.m. Preferred memorials are to St. John Athletic Boosters or the Arthritis Foundation.

Vernon C. Metzger
Feb. 3, 1923 - June 30, 2004
Vernon C. Metzger, 81, of rural Spencerville, died at 6:55 a.m. Wednesday at Roselawn Manor Nursing Home, Spencerville. He was born Feb. 3, 1923, in Spencerville, to Fred and Carrie (Stonehill) Metzger. On Aug. 12, 1944, he married LaDonna M. 'Brownie' Fantz, who survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Cheryl (Nicholas) George of Lima and Debra (Bill Harman) Laudick of Spencerville; a son, Lyle Metzger of Spencerville; a brother, Lewis (LaDonna) Metzger of Spencerville; a sister, Mildred Mowery of Lima; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Rahrle. Mr. Metzger retired in 1988 as owner and operator of the Lyn-Lee Lanes in Spencerville after 28 years. He also worked at Westinghouse Corp. in Lima and had been a grain and dairy farmer until 1959. He was also a pilot and owned Metzger Airstrip, located on his farm for 40 years. He was a member of Spencerville United Church of Christ and was a 1941 graduate of Spencerville High School. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home, Spencerville, the Rev. Ronald L. Shifley officiating. Burial will follow in Spencerville Cemetery. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. today and 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Spencerville United Church of Christ or Roselawn Manor Activities Fund.

Rosemary A. Scherger
April 14, 1920 - June 30, 2004
Rosemary A. Scherger, 84, of Delphos, died at 5:50 p.m. Wednesday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born April 14, 1920, to John A. and Marie (Koester) Metzner Sr. On Sept. 4, 1943, she married Louis C. Scherger, who preceded her in death. Survivors include five children, Susan (Sister Louise) Scherger of Delphos, John G. (Sheri) Scherger of Kokomo, Ind., Dr. James L. (Carol) Scherger of Sandusky, Dr. Mary Elizabeth (Ray) Bonhomme of Melbourne, Fla., and Robert C. (Polly) Scherger of Wapakoneta; a brother, John A. (Joan) Metzner Jr. of Delphos; and six grandchildren, Matthew, Carrie, Jay, Rachel and Hanna Scherger and Allison (Patrick) O'Donnell. She was preceded in death by a sister, Hilda Louise 'Babe' Metzner. Mrs. Scherger was an insurance agent for Metzner Insurance Agency. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, where she had been a CFM leader and a Renew leader. She was a past member of Catholic Daughters of the Americas and had also been a leader for the CD of A Juniors and Juniorettes. She was past treasurer of the Altar Rosary Society and past treasurer of the Church Women United Thrift Shop for 20 years. She was also an Election Board official for many years. She was an Amity Bridge Club member for over 60 years and had been a Den Mother for Cub Scouts. Mass of Christian burial will be at 8:45 a.m. Saturday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Burial will be in the Resurrection Cemetery. Friends may call 1-8 p.m. Friday at Kolkmeyer-Helmkamp-Orians Funeral Home, where a parish wake will be at 8 p.m. Preferred memorials are to the Sisters of Notre Dame, St. John's Parish Foundation or St. Rita's Hospice.