Van Wert High School Class of 1974 Classmate Obituary and Memorial Tribute Page, Van Wert, Ohio 45891 U.S.A. (2024)

Mary Eliza Boaz-McGuire
July 29, 2023

Facebook photo Senior Photo - Page 151, 1974 Excalibur

MaryEliza (Boaz) McGuire, age67,of Decatur, Indiana, died at 9:35 p.m., Saturday,July29, 2023, at Adams Woodcrest Health Center in Decatur. She was bornSeptember 27, 1955, in Lexington, Kentucky, the daughter of FranklinC. and Vivian A. (Mosley) Boaz.Survivorsinclude a sister, Sandra Reynolds of Van Wert and five brothers:Michael (Tina) Boaz, Peter (Nichole) Boaz, and Robert Gay of VanWert, John (Danielle) Boaz of Hudson, FL, Matthew (Angie) Boaz ofPowell, OH; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and her adopted sonIassca Jackson of Indianapolis, Indiana. She was preceded in death bythree brothers: Mark Boaz, Colonel Boaz, and Edward Gay.Maryworked as a long haul truck driver, a welder, a correctionsadministrator, a small business owner, a leader with the Boy Scoutsof America and above all else a servant of God on numerous churchboards in cities where she lived during her life. (Shewas a 1974 graduate of Van Wert High School.)

Acelebration of Mary’s life is being planned at a later date.Brickner Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Theobituary appeared on Brickner Funeral Home’s website on Tuesdaya.m., August 1, 2023

Karen Marie Jones
July24, 2023

Senior Photo Excalibur Yearbook, page 157 Grand Canyon, Glamour Photo, circa 1983 - 1997 Karen with a favorite car

Grand Canyon National Park, Early 1980s Color Senior Photo - Courtesy David Boroff

Phoenix, Arizona– Itis with grief and sadness that we share the news of the recent andunexpected death of Karen M. Jones, 67, of Phoenix, Arizona.
Karenwas born April 4,1956, in Port Huron, Michigan, to Thomas R. andLucille Jones. She was a 1974 graduate of Van Wert High School, whereshe was active in choir, sports, and GAA (Girls AthleticAssociation). She attended St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic ChurchIn Van Wert and after graduation she worked at Teleflex in Van Wert.

Inher early 20’s, Karen was drawn to the beauty of the WesternUnited States. She worked for Signal Mountain Lodge in Grand TetonNational Park (Wyoming) before relocating to Arizona in the early1980’s. Karen spent nearly all of her next 45 years living andworking in Arizona.
Sheworked, lived life to the fullest and thrived at the Grand CanyonNational Park (South Rim) and the village of Tusayan, Arizona untillate 1999, where she established lifelong friendships, memories andland baroness status, owning her “beloved ranch” south ofTusayan, Arizona. She then relocated to Phoenix and Scottsdale.

Inall her years in Arizona, she was employed in some aspect of thehospitality or travel industry – Grand Canyon Airlines, South RimTravel, Grand Canyon National Park Lodges (Fred Harvey/Amfac),several helicopter companies and many global corporate travelcompanies including Carlson Wagonlit.
Atthe time of her passing, Karen was employed by Direct Travel, as aproduct support analyst, working remotely in a job she loved andthrived at. Karen was extremely proud of her time serving as an EMTat the Grand Canyon Airport, earning her paralegal certificate,continuing her education with online college courses and the manyawards she had bestowed on her during her travel industry career.

Karenloved animals, she enjoyed her independent lifestyle and loved herfamily and friends.
Karenand her dog, April, were found deceased in their apartment on July24, 2023. A non-functioning air conditioning unit led to her death ofheat exposure.
A tragic and senseless death, we continue to seekanswers and mourn our loss.

Karen was predeceased by her parents, asister, Janet (Jones) Wyandt and brother-in -law, Philip Ramsey.
Sheis survived by siblings, T. Lindsay (Amy) Jones of Oconomowoc,Wisconsin, Retired Major James (Laura) Jones of Van Wert, andJacqueline “Jackie” (Jones) Ramsey of Bullhead City, Arizona; abrother-in-law, Richard Wyandt; nieces and nephews, Heidi Jones,Tommie (Christa) Jones, Shannon Jones, Preston (Tammi) Ramsey, Ashley(Josh Smidt) Jones, Derek (Rebeka) Jones, Mackenzie Jones and MelissaBloomfield; grand-nieces and nephews, Bryton and Jayden Smidt, Bobbyand Reese Jones, Shalane and Matthew Ramsey, along with many cousinsand extended family members, Christy (Schoenlein) Martin and familyand Jonathon and family.
Karenalso leaves behind many friends and coworkers, especially David andJackie.

Shewill be missed by all and was taken too soon. The family will have a private memorial at a later date.

Thefamily has set up a GoFundMe account organized by JacquelineRamsey:

https:www.gofundme.com/karen-jones-19562023
KarenJones 1956-2023, organized by Jacqueline Ramsey

Photo in the original obituary above

1) Theabove obituary was posted 9-18-2023 at 3:13 pm, in the Obituaries sectionof the vwindependent.com, an online newspaper, Van Wert, Ohio.
2) The above obituary waspublished October 3, 2023, in the Van Wert Times Bulletin, a local VanWert print newspaper every Wednesday only, and an online dailye-Edition.
3) A different version of theabove obituary was originally published: October 11, 2023, 3:06 p.m.,in the Williams - Grand Canyon News & the Grand Canyon News,Trusted local news leader for Williams, AZ,
and the Grand Canyon area. Thisversion of the obituary is shorter, absent of information in the aboveobituary, includes new information, and appears to only have beenpublished for the western news
company. If you would like to readthe second version of the obituary, it is located at the following URL,working as of October 17, 2023: https://www.williamsnews.com/news/2023/oct/11/obituary-karen-m-jones/
4) The above obituary will remainto be used for the VWHS Class of 1974 Classmate Obituary & MemorialTribute webpage, as it is the version published in the Van Wert localmedia companies, as of October 17, 2023.

David W. Stiles
July 13, 2023

Obituary PhotoVWHS 1974 Senior Photo L --> R: Greg Glander's Sister, Nancy Gallet; Greg Glander; Dave Stiles; Greg Glander's Brother, Blace Glander;
Beverly Coil Grimes; Diane M. (Buncy) Stiles; Brent Stripe; Callie(Jacobs) Stripe, year = 2021

FREEDOM, NEW YORK - David W. Stiles of Freedom, NY passed away on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at his residence at the age of 67.
(The following obituary was edited to include some additionalinformation and his time in Van Wert, Ohio, approximately 1971 – 1974.)

He was born on Thursday, December 8,1955 in Warsaw, NY and was the son of the late Harvey and Lucille"Sally" (Miller) Gorsky. He enjoyed camping, NASCAR and attendingfamily sporting events. He was also a past member of theChaffee-Sardinia Fire Company, enjoyed bowling and was a baseball coachfor many years. He also cared for many children with his wife, Diane,for over 27 years as foster parents.
He was a supervisor for Ashton Potter in Williamsville, New York.

He moved to Van Wert with his motherand step-father, entering Van Wert High School for his sophom*ore year,1971-1972. After graduating with the Class of 1974, he returned toWestern New York and married his wife in 1975. A 1974 classmate, GregGlander, remained life-time best friends with David Stiles and hisfamily.

His wife, Diane Marie (Buncy) Stiles,whom he married on May 10, 1975 at the Chaffee Baptist Church, Hamletof Chaffee, Town of Sardinia, Erie County, New York, passed away on May28, 2022, at the age of 65. She was born September 17, 1956.
He is survived by his children: Dawn(Leon Szweda) Stiles of Arcade, Christopher (Bridget) Stiles of Arcade,Jordan (Sammantha) Stiles of Franklinville, Olivia Buncy of Freedom andEzekiel Stiles of Freedom; his brother, Ron (Carol) Stiles of Florida;his sister-in-law, Sharon Stiles of Florida; his grandchildren:Bridggette (Corry), Ashden, Trevor (Abby), Brady, Aubry, Easton andHudson; his great-grandchildren: Aryia, Kiyrra, Elijah and Aurora. Heis also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and his wife, he is preceded in death by his brother, Larry Stiles.

Friends may call on Sunday, July 16,2023, from 2 – 4 pm and 6 – 8 pm at the W.S. Davis Funeral Home, 358Main Street, Arcade, N.Y., where a Funeral Service will be held Monday,July 17, 2023 at 11 am.
Memorials may be offered to The Pediatric Foundation at Roswell Research Hospital, P.O. Box 631, Buffalo, NY 14240.

Comment by Greg Glander, Class of 1974, “Davewas my best friend and I am sure going to miss him and our summerget-togethers. He would bring his motor home to Ohio and would park inour yard

Charles“Charlie" Duane Custer
March4, 2023

Obituary Photo Senior Photo, 1974 VWHS Excalibur, page 153

VANWERT, Ohio —

Charles“Charlie” D.Custer, 67, of Van Wert, Ohio,passed away at 5:12p.m., Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Lima Memorial Hospital, Lima,Ohio. He was born onNovember 20, 1955, in Van Wert, to Allen “Whitey” and Joan(Welker) Custer, who both preceded him in death.Charleswas a 1974 graduate of Van Wert High School. He owned and operatedCuster Dump Trucking &Excavating Inc. west ofVan Wert, and wasco-owner of Hat Creek Arena onRichey Road, northwest of Van Wert. Alifelong equestrian, Charlie owned and managed Bridge Creek Stablesand raised cutting horses.
He also participated in team penningevents.Charlieattended Lifehouse Church inVan Wert. Hewas an Ohio State Buckeye fan and was often found at Van Wert HighSchool football games. An excellent line dancer, Charlie competed inseveral dance competitions.

Survivors include his son,Adam (Liz) Custer of Van Wert; brother, Gordon “Gordy” (Malynda)Custer of Van Wert; sisters: Pam Waltmire of Van Wert; Vicki (Scott)Vonderembse of Delphos; granddaughter, Laramie Custer, whom he loveddearly, as well as two nieces and two nephews. In addition to hisparents, Charlie was preceded in death by his niece, BrandyHartmen.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.,Saturday, March 11, at St. Paul’s Reformed Church, Ohio City, withPastor Steve Drake officiating. Interment will follow in ConvoyI.O.O.F. Cemetery. Family and friends will be received from 2-8 p.m.,Friday, March 10, at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home, Van Wert, andagain at the church one hour prior to the funeral. In lieu offlowers, preferred memorial is the American Heart Association.Arrangements have been entrusted to Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home &Crematory.
Online condolences may be expressed atwww.alspachgearhart.com

(Thisobituary was posted online at 12:18 pm, March 7, 2023, in thevwindependent.com online newspaper, Van Wert, Ohio. It was alsoposted online in the Van Wert Times Bulletin e-Edition, on Tuesday,March 7, 2023, at 2:51 pm )

Bobbie Sue (Shinabery) Poe
October 4, 2022
Senior Picture, VWHS 1974 Excalibur, page 169

BobbieSue(Shinabery)Poe, 66, of Van Wert, Ohio,passed away at 10:07 PM on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at Meadows ofDelphos, Ohio.She was born on December 4, 1955, in St Marys, Ohio, to the lateRobert and Ethel (Sink) Shinabery.
Bobbiewas a manager at Gordons Food Service, Lima,Ohio.
Sheenjoyed crafting, making hairbows, watching OhioStateUniversityfootball and, most importantly, spending time with her grandchildrenand family.
She was a 1974 graduate of Van Wert High School.Survivingare her children, William (Brittany) Poe, II of Van Wert and Lisa(Jill) Poe of Ottoville, Ohio;grandchildren, Markee Rase, Drake Sosenheimer, Hunter Sosenheimer,Kedrick Sosenheimer, Gibson Poe, Teagan Poe and Canaan Poe; 4 greatgrandchildren with one on the way; a brother, Dave Shinabery of VanWert; and sisters, Jill (Bob) Hufford of Van Wert, Cathy Bellar ofSpringboro, Ohio and Nicki (James) Fields of Harold, Kentucky.
Inaddition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter,Heather Poe; a brother, Mike Shinabery; and a sister, JanBeougher.Amemorial visitation will be held 2:00-5:00 PM on Saturday, October 8,2022 at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory, Van Wert.
Inlieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bobbie`s memory may bedirected to: Breast Cancer Awareness. To share in Bobbie's onlinememorial, please visit www.alspachgearhart.com.Thefollowing comment is from Rose (Felger) Elston, VWHS Class of 1974: “. . . sheloved herchildren and grandchildren with her entire heart. She worship theground they walked on. I will tell that she has battled with cancerfor 9 years. What was unique about her she never complained about it.She was thankful for every day that God gave her.”

(Thisobituary appeared Wednesday,October 5, 2022, on the Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home Obituary website,https://www.alspachgearhart.com/obituary/Bobbie-Spoe. The local onlinenewspaper, vwindependent.com, posted: 10/05/2022 at 12:54 pm.,https://thevwindependent.com/news/2022/10/05/bobbie-s-poe/. The localonline and print newspaper posted Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at 12:37PM.https://timesbulletin.com/Content/Obituaries/Obituaries/Article/Bobbie-S-Poe/4/7/234207.)

Randy LeeHartman
September 20, 2021
FreshmanPhoto, 1971 Excalibur Yearbook, page 118

VANWERT, Ohio — Randy Lee Hartman, 66, of Van Wert, passed away Mondayevening, September 20, 2021, at Vancrest Health Care Center in Van Wertfollowing a short illness.
Hewas born on July 17, 1955, in Van Wert, the son of the late Charles andAlberta (Drake) Hartman, who both preceded him in death. On February16, 1984, he married the former BrendaSue Amweg, who survives.
He is also survived by a grandson, HunterBurton; a step-son, Mark Pate of Payne, Ohio; close family friend, Pam(Custer) Waltmire of Van Wert; two brothers-in-law, John Winters of VanWert and Eugene Eash of Wisconsin; a sister-in-law, Renee Hartman ofVan Wert; and several nieces and nephews, Amy, Tracey, John-John,Michael, CJ, Robert, and Philip.

Randy waspreceded in death by a daughter, Brandy Sue (Hartman) Burton; agrandson, Fisher Burton; and four siblings, Charles Hartman, KathyEash,Shelia Winters, and Mike Hartman. Randy was a longtimefriend andemployee of Jerry Custer’s Produce in Van Wert. He also was anindependent trashhauler and worked for National Serv-All. He was an active member of theConvoy Fox Hunters’ Club and past member of the Willshire Sportman'sClub.
The family will have private services as Randy’s ashes are interred atConvoy IOOF Cemetery, Ohio.
Condolences may be expressed on the Tribute Wall atwww.cowanfuneralhome.com.
Randyis listed with the Class of 1974, as "Not Pictured" in the Sophom*ore1972 Excalibur, page 171, Junior 1973 Excalibur, page 140, and Senior1974 Excalibur, page 169.
Obituary Published inthe Times Bulletin, Van Wert, Ohio, Thursday, September 23, 2021 6:58 PM and thevwindependent.com, Van Wert, Ohio, September 23, 2021 at 10:51 AM.

Karen Kay (Keirns) Grubb
September1, 2021
Obituary Photo Junior,1973 Excalibur, pg. 136. Senior,1974 Excalibur, pg. 169.
ATHENS, OHO - Karen Kay(Keirns)Grubb, age 65, of Athens, Ohio, formerly of Van Wert, Ohio, diedWednesday morning, Sept. 1, 2021, at Marietta Memorial Hospital,Marietta, Ohio. Born July 3, 1956, in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, she is thedaughter of Mary E. (Boley) Keirns of Van Wert and the late William H.Keirns.
A 1974 graduate of VanWert High School, she was formerly employed as a press operator atFederal - Mogul, National Seal (TennecoVan Wert, Federal Mogul Sealing Systems) in Van Wert.She had been a resident of Athens for the past year. She enjoyed hercomputer, iPhone, and the Internet.
Karenis survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Jason Grubb and SarahGrow-Grubb of Langsville, Ohio, (ashort distance south of Athens);two grandchildren, Garak and Kira Grubb; two brothers, Daniel Keirnsand Richard (Julie) Keirns, both of Van Wert; a special friend, ConnieFord of Ft. Wayne, Indiana; and a friend, Danny Chertiza of StatenIsland, New York.
A memorial service may behad at alater date. Arrangements are with Jagers & Sons Funeral Home,Athens. Please share a memory, a note of condolence or sign the onlineregister at www.jagersfuneralhome.com.
This obituary appears on the Jagers &Sons Funeral Home website at jagersfuneralhome.com/obituary/karen-grubb.
KarenKay Keirns is listed as a graduate in the Van Wert High School 103rdAnnual Commencement, Candidates for Graduation, Commencement Program,June 2, 1974.
Classmate Karen(Hasty)Jellison had been in contact with Karen Grubb during the later years ofKaren's life and furnished the obituary information for Karen.

Marcia(Shellabarger) Diltz
July 27, 2021
Obituary Photo Van Wert High School 1971 ExcaliburYearbook, page 121, Freshman Year, 1970-1971

VANWERT - Marcia A. (Shellabarger)Diltz, 65, of Van Wert, passed away at 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 27, 2021,at Ohio State University Wexner, Columbus, Ohio.

Shewas born March 24, 1956, in Van Wert, Ohio, to John and Mary Lou(Bigham) Shellabarger, who both preceded her in death. She was unitedin marriage on April 16, 1975, to Justin Diltz, and he survives inVan Wert.

Marciais also survived by her sons, Jon (Maria) Diltz of Delphos and ChadDiltz of Van Wert; her daughters, Kristina and April Diltz, both ofVan Wert; five grandchildren, Ryan Diltz, Kierra Diltz, Jordan Diltz,Waylon, and Whitlee Diltz; two great-grandchildren, Amari and AmiahDiltz; a sister, Linda (Jon) Lewis; two brothers, Terry (Melinda)Shellabarger and Dennis Shellabarger; and many nieces and nephews.
Sheattended Van Wert City Schools at Washington Elementary - 3^rdWard, Lincoln Junior High School and Van Wert High School through hersophom*ore year, 1971-1972. She then attended Lincolnview High Schooland graduated with the Lincolnview Class of 1974.

Shewas a homemaker and enjoyed keeping in touch with friends onFacebook. She liked to play Bingo, make people laugh, and spend timewith her dogs, Iggy and Haze. She was an avid Michigan Wolverinesfan. Marcia was a member of American Legion Women’s Auxiliary Unit268 in Delphos.

Funeralservices will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, August 2, at Harter andSchier Funeral Home in Delphos, Ohio. Burial will be held at a laterdate.
Visitationis from noon to 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Preferredmemorials: To the family.

Marciais not listed and does not have a photo in the Van Wert High School1972 Excalibur Yearbook, Sophom*ore year 1971-1972.
Obituary with photo was postedJuly 28, 2021 at 8:16 pm on the online newspaper,thevwindependent.com

Barbara Lou "Bobbie" (Thomas) Sterrett
September 24, 2020

Obituary Photo Van Wert High School Class of 1973, Senior Picure,1973 Excalibur

VAN WERT - Barbara Lou Sterrett,64, of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away at5:43 a.m. Thursday, September 24, 2020, at Vancrest Health Care Centerin Van Wert.She was born January 13, 1956, in Van Wert, the daughter of JamesEugene and Elba Rose (Garver) Thomas, who both preceded her in death.

As an animal lover, Barbara never knew a stray and had a special placein her heart for cats. She volunteered her time with the Van WertCounty Humane Society and would always help family and friends in anyway she could. She enjoyed Blues music and often attended St. Mary ofthe Assumption Catholic Church in Van Wert.

Brenda A. (Eber) Fackler
July 4, 2020

Obituary Photo Find-A-GravePhoto

Van Wert - Brenda Fackler of Van Wert, Ohio passed away on Saturday,July 4, 2020, at age 64. She was born April 8, 1956 in Van Wert. OnJuly 28, 1973 she was united in marriage with Ronald Fackler andtogether they shared almost 47 years of marriage.
Brenda is survived by her husband, Ronald Fackler. Brenda is survivedby her daughter, Kylie (Cory) Cira, her grandchildren, Mason and AveryCira. She is also survived by her brothers, Larry Eber and Mark Harman.

Brenda is preceded in death by her parents, Wallace "Wally" Harman andCarolyn "Sue" Dempsey. She is also preceded in death by her brother,Terry Eber, her niece, Tina Smith, her stepfather, Jack Dempsey and herstepsister Sallie Roberts.
Brenda loved life and lived everyday to the fullest. Brenda was asocial butterfly, who never knew a stranger. She was an avid gardenerwho loved to be outside, tending to her flowers.
Brenda loved anything involving outdoor activities; swimming,gardening, and bird watching were some of her favorite things to do.

She shared many memories with her grandchildren, especially watchingand waiting for dragonflies, birds (especially cardinals) and makingtheir fairy garden. Brenda loved her grandchildren more than words. Sheloved to have cookouts, sleepovers, campfires with the grand-kids.Watching her grandson play sports was something that brought her somuch joy. She enjoyed shooting her BB gun with her grandson and tryingto chase squirrels away.

Although family and friends are invited to attend Brenda's visitation,we continue to be cautious and concerned for those who are mostvulnerable, the elderly and those with serious health issues. Westrongly urge everyone to remain vigilant and respect the well-being ofthe members of Brenda's family and friends who are at risk. Attendeesare asked to observe social distancing, refrain from close physicalcontact, and wear facial coverings as able.
Preferred memorials may be sent to the family. To share in Brenda'sonline memorial, please visit www.alspachgearhart.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home &Crematory.

Bryan"Jay" Hoverman
May 21, 2020
Obituary Photo Funeral Memorial Photo

FORTWAYNE, IN - Bryan "Jay"Hoverman, 64, passed away Thursday, May 21,2020 at his home. He was born in Van Wert, Ohio to the late Vernon andPollyanna Hoverman. Jay was the president and owner/operator of JADACIII INC (Fedex delivery).He is leaving behind the love of his life of 32 years, AndreaHoverman of Fort Wayne; children, David (Brooke) Hoverman, and ChelseaHoverman both of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Rosalie and Theo; siblings,Kim (Bonnie) Hoverman of Van Wert, OH and Toni (Chuck) Bair ofHamilton, IN.

Jaywas preceded in death by his brother, WilliamHoverman. A memorial service is 7:00 pm, Tuesday, May 26, 2020 atCentral Ministries, 5801 Schwartz Rd, with calling 4 hours priorbeginning at 3:00 pm until 6:45 pm. Due to the COVID-19 restrictionsthe family is asking those attending to be respectful in keeping socialdistancing along with keeping the visit timely, allowing more people toattend. Memorials may be made to MD Anderson Lung Cancer Research. Tosign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com.

Postedin the online version of the Times Bulletin, Van Wert, Ohio, thetimesbulletin.com, on Friday, May 22, 2020 4:30 PM. Publishedin the Fort Wayne Newspapers on May 23, 2020.

Mark R.Riggenbach
January11, 2020

ObituaryPhoto High School Senior Photo Circa 1969 30th cllass reunion 2004
VAN WERT, OHIO - Mark R.Riggenbach,age 63, of Van Wert, passed away at 3:14 p.m., Saturday, January 11,2020, at Lima Memorial Hospital, Lima, Ohio.
He was born February 29,1956, in VanWert, the son of Richard Riggenbach and Laura (Williamson) Riggenbach,who both preceded him in death.

Mark was a 1974 graduate of Van WertHigh School. He retired from the Van Wert County Department of Job andFamily Services and was a member of Moose Lodge 1320 in Van Wert.
Mark enjoyed listening tomusic,especially Country and Bluegrass, and was an avid Ohio State Buckeyesfan. He was also an accomplished pool player and loved to play cards.
Surviving are twochildren, CallieRiggenbach and Nick Riggenbach, both of Athens; a granddaughter,Riviera Faith Carlin; and one brother, Stan (Nancy) Riggenbach ofHuntersville, North Carolina.

A celebration of life will be held at3 p.m. Saturday, February 29, at Van Wert Moose Lodge 1320, 740 W.Ervin Road in Van Wert.
In lieu of flowers,memorial contributions in Mark`s memory may be sent to Van Wert CountyChildren’s Services.
Condolences may beexpressed atwww.alspachgearhart.com. Funeral arrangements are being handledby Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory in Van Wert.
This obituary appeared on vwindependent.com and in the VanWert Times Bulletin on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

The Riggenbachfamily home where Markgrew-up was at 114 East First Street in Van Wert. He went to school atHorace Mann Elementary School, the First Ward elementary school.
He attended the LincolnJunior High School and graduated from Van Wert High School in 1974.
Behind Mark's home andlot, at thesouth edge was the "Riggenbach Lot." It ran to the east to the edge ofthe mid-block, north-south alley. It was the gatheringspot for kids from the surrounding area. Kickball, football, baseballand good-times of arguing who should be on what team and what would beplayed could happen anytime kids were not in school.
One of Mark'sdesires in his last two months of life was to move and live somewhereelse. Mark was very peaceful and happy when hediscussed where he might live.

Randy Smith
April 20, 2019

Cumming,GA - Randy Leo Smith, native of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away at theage of 63 on the morning of Saturday, April 20, 2019, at home inCumming, Georgia, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born inVan Wert, October 24, 1955.

Randywas preceded in death by his wife Jenny McWilliams Smith (dec.January 26, 2005), both of his parents, Leo W. and Romaine E. Smith,and his oldest brother Larry Smith. He is survived by his siblingsJoy and Jack, his wife of five years, Tiffany, his children Andreaand Austin J., and his three grand-children.

Randygraduated Van Wert High School in 1974 and received his Bachelor ofScience from Bowling Green State University, Ohio, in 1978, beforebeginning a forty-year career in general contracting. He was an avidand passionate golfer, even making a trip in 2008 to play at the OldCourse at St. Andrews, Fife, Scotland, in 2008. Randy was a generousand caring father, a patient and loving grandfather, and his smilelit up the lives of his friends and loved ones.

Therewill be a Celebration of Life for Randy at Windermere Golf Club, Cumming, GA,on Wednesday, April 24 at 3 o’clock in the afternoon. Arrangementsare by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Cumming, GA. Inlieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made inRandy’s honor to the Melanoma Research Foundation.
(Noticepublishedin Forsyth County News on April24, 2019. Obituaryobtained from the Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 155Professional Park Drive, Cumming, GA 30040)

PrudaRichie Dunno
April 4, 2019

ObituaryPhoto 1971 Excalibur-Pg 120 name listing-Pg 126 Photo 1972 Excalibur Photo Pg 164 1973 Excalibur Photo Pg 138

FortWayne, IN. – Pruda Richie Dunno, 64, of Fort Wayne, passed awayThursday, April 4, 2019. She was a loving mother and grandmother wholoved spending time with her family. She was a home health aid forseveral years. It was her passion to care for everyone around her,especially her son, who was her pride and joy. She is survived by herchildren, Melissa Dunno of Fort Wayne, Trisha (Adam) Madison ofWaynedale, IN., Elisha (Fred) Bartz of Auburn, IN, Daniel Dunno ofWaynedale; and her eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death bygrandson, Devan Dunno ; sister, Regina Risner; and parents. Serviceis 3 p.m. Saturday, April 13, 2019, at Midwest Funeral Home andCremation Society, 4602 Newaygo Road, Fort Wayne, IN., withvisitation one hour prior to the service, 2 pm – 3 pm.
Informationadded to her obituary for the VWHS Classmate Memorial Tribute Obituary Listing:
Pruda attended Van WertCity Schools in the Class of 1974 for at least her High School Years of Freshman1970-1971, Sophom*ore 1971-1972, and Junior, 1972-1973. The SeniorYear, 1973-1974, she did not have a Senior photo and was not listedas having no photo. The Class of 1974Commencement Program does not list her as a participant.
Pruda's middle name may be Jean. She was born November 1954. Herparents are both deceased: J.B. Richie & Beatrice Cole Richie.
Listing of Pruda's siblings: Brothers: Larry Richie, deceased; GaryRichie, deceased; and Dan Richie. Sisters: Melissa Richie Frain, BarbRichie Mitchener, Lillian Richie Small, and deceased is Regina RichieRisner. Pruda was one of 8 total children.
Pruda's address in Fort Wayne at the time of her death may have been at: 1606 N. Harrison St., Fort Wayne, IN 46808.
Publishedby Fort Wayne Indiana Newspapers on Apr. 7, 2019.

Brenda Jean (Rison)Williams
April 15, 2018
Photois from the 1971-1972 school year, her sophom*ore photo in the 1972Excalibur Yearbook.
VAN WERT - Jean (Rison)Williams, 63, passed away Sunday evening, April 15, 2018, at herresidence in Van Wert, Ohio.
She was born November 18,1954, inVan Wert, the daughter of Franklin Earl and Lou Ann (Emery) Rison, whoboth preceded her in death. On December 27, 1996, she married MichaelL. Williams, who died February 20, 2017. She was also preceded in deathby a brother, Franklin Earl Rison Jr.

Survivors include herfour children,Gordon (Kim) Youtsey of Van Wert, Travis (Brandy) Youtsey of Scott,Ohio, and Nicky (Bob) Gonzalez and Kerri R. (Jason) Krugh, both of VanWert; 11 grandchildren, Katelyn Kroeger, Skylar Senters, CiarraGonzalez, Madison Kroeger, Robbie Gonzalez, Logan Senters, Gage Thomas,Harley Youtsey, Kiera Youtsey, Lilly Serna, and Isabella Krugh; threesisters, Ruth (Michael) Bell of Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Cheryl Dunkenand Julie (Larry) Panning, both of Van Wert; and a brother, Jimmy(Becky) Rison of Ohio City, Ohio.
Brenda retired from GreifBros. in Van Wert.
In accordance withBrenda’s request, there will be no services.
Condolences may beexpressed at www.cowanfuneralhome.com.
Obituary appeared in thevwindependent.com on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, and the Van Wert TimesBulletin, Wednesday, April 18, 2018.
Jean Rison ispictured withthe Class of 1974 as a freshman in the 1971 Excalibur Yearbook on page120 & 126, and as a sophom*ore in the 1972 Excalibur Yearbook onpage 164. She is not pictured with the class as a junior in the1973 Excalibur or as a senior in the 1974 Excalibur, nor lsited as nothaving a picture shown. She attended VWHS at least through the near endof the junior year, 1972-1973.

CharlesDixon
February5, 2018
(The obituary picture is Charles' seniorpicture in the VWHS 1974 Excalibur)
Charles E. “Chuckie” Dixon, 61, of VanWert, passedaway 1:20 a.m. Monday, February 5, 2018, at Vancrest Health Care Centerin Van Wert.
He was born June 14,1956, in Van Wert, the son of Francis L. and Margaret L. Dixon, whoboth preceded him in death.
Charles was a longtimemember ofTrinity Friends Church in Van Wert. He worked for several companies,including International Harvester and Walmart. Prior to his illness, hewas an avid bowler. Charles was also huge sports fan, cheering on thePittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Indians, and the Fort Wayne Komets.

He is survived by hisson, Taylor W.Dixon of Van Wert; four brothers, Russell Dixon, Roy Dixon, David(Cari) Dixon, and Mark Dixon, all of Van Wert; two sisters, Ruth Mooreand Deb Goldfuss, both of Van Wert; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will beconducted at4 p.m. Thursday, February 8, at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home &Crematory in Van Wert, with the Rev. Greg Rice presiding. Privateburial will be Monday, February 12, in Ridge Cemetery in rural Van WertCounty.
Visitation is from 1-4p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials: ToCharles’ son, Taylor.
Condolences may beexpressed at www.alspachgearhart.com .

Kim B.Snyder
May13, 2017
1973 -1974 Senior Yearbook Photo
VanWert, Ohio - Kim B. Snyder, 61, passed away Saturday evening, May 13,2017, at his Van Wert residence. He was born Wednesday, November 30,1955, in Van Wert, a son of Hermie and Roxie (Routt) Snyder, who bothpreceded him in death.
Survivors include twosons, Justin L.Snyder of Van Wert and Trinity J. (Theresa) Snyder of Convoy; adaughter, Alexis H. Snyder of Florida; three grandchildren, Hailey,Trinity Jr., and Arianna; two sisters, Marcia Dangler and Jean AnnKline; two half-sisters, Wanda Longwell and Marlene Crissinger; twohalf-brothers, Ronnie and Tommie Grieshaber.
A half-brother, TonyGrieshaber, also preceded him in death.
Mr. Snyder was retiredfrom Decatur Fleetwood Industries, Decatur, Indiana, after more than 25years of employment.
Funeral services will beconducted at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 18, at Brickner Funeral Home inVan Wert.
Visitation if from 1 - 3p.m. and 5 -8 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials: Tothe family.
Condolences may beexpressed at www.bricknerfuneralhome.com or emailed tobricknerfuneralhome@bright.net.
(Obituary appearedonline in the vwindependent.com and in the Times Bulletin of Van Wert,on Monday, May 15, 2017)

Tim Taylor
March 30, 2017

1972-1973 Junior Yearbook Photo
Timothy Max Taylor, 62, of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away surrounded byhisfamily at Lima Memorial Hospital, Lima, Ohio, Thursday morning, March30, 2017,following a short illness.
He was born January 18,1955, in VanWert, the son of the late Max H. Taylor, who precede him in death, andDelorisM. (Ford) McMillen, who survives, along with her husband, Harvey W.McMillen, in Van Wert.
Other family membersinclude a son,Timothy R. Taylor of Van Wert; two sisters, Valerie S. (Rev. Gerald)Baker of Beloit, Ohio, and Jacqueline (Bryce) Beckman of Van Wert; andabrother, Kenneth Taylor of Van Wert.
Tim was a 1974 graduate of Van Wert High School. He had worked atTeleflex for 28 years and recently was employed at Cooper Foods.
Funeral services will beconducted at10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 1, 2017, at Cowan & Son Funeral Home inVanWert, with the Rev. Gus Christo-Baker, of First United MethodistChurch, Van Wert, and Rev. Gerald Bakerofficiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in Ohio City, Ohio.
Visitation will be anhour prior to services on Saturday at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials:First United Methodist Church in Van Wert.
Condolences may beexpressed at cowanfuneralhome.com.
Tim's picture did notappear in the1974 Van Wert High School Excalibur yearbook. His picture is in the1971, 1972 and 1973 yearbooks.
(Obituarypublished in the Van Wert Times Bulletin on Friday, March 31, 2017.andonline at vwindependent.com on Thursday, March 30, 2017)

Michael Jay Saam
July 1, 2016

Findlay,Ohio -Michael Jay Saam, 60, of Findlay and formerly of Ohio City, passed awayunexpectedly at his home on Friday, July 1, 2016.
He was born March 3,1956. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Saam.
He will be greatly missedby hisdaughter, Kelly (Warren) Straley; his mother, Nancy Saam; a brother,Mitch (Cuiping) Saam; one sister, Brenda Beltz; and many others of hisfamily.
He served in the U.S.Navy Reserves,retired from Kennedy Manufacturing Company in Van Wert, and enjoyedspending time outdoors with his beloved dog, Babe.
Funeral services will beconducted at 11 a.m. Friday, July 8, at St. Paul’s Reformed Church inOhio City, Ohio.
(Mikestartedwith the Class of 1974 in the Van Wert City School system, attendingPleasant Elementary School, Anthony Wayne Elementary School, andLincoln Junior High School. At the beginning of the freshmen year inVan Wert High School, 1970-1971, he moved to the Ohio City LibertySchool, graduating there with their Class of 1974.)
Obituarypublished in the Van Wert Times Bulletin on Friday, July 8,2016.and online at vwindependent.com on Thursday July 7, 2016.

Joette F. (Harman) Jones
October20, 2015


Van Wert, Ohio — Joette F. (Harman) Jones, 59, of Van Wert, died at8:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2015, at St. Rita’s Medical Center,Lima, Ohio.
She was born March 15,1956, in Van Wert, to the late Edna (Dunlap) Harman and Joseph Harman.
Survivors include threechildren, Shawn Michael Jones of Toledo, Ohio, and Benjamin (NikkiStaten) Jones and Nicole Jones, both of Van Wert, a sister, CarolGermann of Ohio City, Ohio, and one granddaughter, Joette’s pride andjoy, Briella Jones.

She retired from FederalMogul Corporation in Van Wert, and was owner of Cuppa Jo Creations,also of Van Wert, where she was affectionately known as the “snowman”lady. Joette was an avid fan of The Ohio State University Buckeyes.

Services will be held at10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home& Crematory, Van Wert. The Rev. Clark Williman will officiate.Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert.
Visitation is 2-4 and 6-8p.m. Monday, October 26, 2015, at the funeral home. Those attendingvisitation on Monday are encouraged to wear Ohio State Buckeye attire.
Preferred memorials maybe directed to the family for an account for Briella or donor’s choice.
Condolences may beexpressed at: www.alspachgearhart.com.
Obituary published inthe Van Wert Times Bulletin and online at vwindependent.com, onThursday, October, 22, 2015.

EdwardG. Wells
July 17, 2015

EdwardGene Wells, 60, of Padroni, Colorado, and formerly of Van Wert,passed away Friday, July 17, 2015, after a courageous battle withcancer.
Edwas born April 25, 1955, in Lima, Ohio, the son of Cleo E. Wells, whopreceded him in death, and Jackie Wells, who survives in Van Wert.
Edwas a 1974 graduate of Van Wert High School. After graduation, heserved four years in the United States Army.
OnSeptember 30, 1991, in Van Wert, he married Cynthia A. (Buchanan)Wells, who survives in Padroni, Colorado.

Edwas a natural carpenter, as he always enjoyed working with his hands.He was a truck driver for many years and then worked for IWS inColorado as a crane operator. He moved to Colorado in October 2001.Edloved grilling, working in his shop and loved his horse, Stormey.
Inaddition to his mother and wife, survivors include a brother, Ron(Linda) Wells of Convoy, Ohio, two sisters, Sheryl Burns of Flint,Michigan, and Jenny (Stan) Lichtenberger of Van Wert; threestepchildren, Tina (Scott) Danylchuk, Taunya (Brad) Breece, andJonathon McMichael; 16 stepgrandchildren; sixstepgreat-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews andfriends
Privatefamily services will be held at a later date in VanWert.

EdWells - Senior Yearbook Photo & High School GraduationCeremony
Ed grew up on North Jefferson Street, between 2nd and 3rd Streets. Heattended Anthony Wayne Elementary School. (2nd Ward)
Obituarypublished in the Van Wert Times Bulletin and the vwindependent.com, onWednesday,July 22, 2015.

JamesMichael Foster
April 17, 2015

James Foster - Freshmen Yearbook
VanWert, Ohio — James Michael Foster, 60, of Van Wert, died at 1:10 p.m.Friday, April 17, 2015, at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Hewas born on March 3, 1955, the son of the late Ralph Albert and BettyCatherine (Case) Foster. He was also preceded in death by two brothers,Eugene Wayne Foster and Marvin Lee Foster. Family survivors include twosisters and brothers-in-law, Helen and Jerry Roberts of Van Wert andLori Ann and Richard Stollsteimer of Clarksville, Ohio, eight nieces,and two nephews.
Jim was a 1974 graduate of Van Wert High School andhad worked at the American Popcorn Company in Van Wert and Odenweller’sin Ottoville, Ohio.
Private services for the family will be held later with interment inMiddle Creek Cemetery near Grover Hill, Ohio.
The obituaryappeared inthe Van Wert Times Bulletin on Monday, April 20, 2015.
Jim Foster appreared in the freshmen yearbook. He did not have apicture in the sophom*ore, junior or senior yearbooks.

RichardMoore, Jr.
January 21, 2014

Van Wert, Ohio - Richard"Popeye" Moore, Jr., 57, of Van Wert, diedTuesday, January 21, 2014, at his residence.
He was born May 13,1956, in Lexington, Ky., the son of Richard, Sr. and Mary (James)Moore, who both survive in Van Wert.
Other survivors includethree children: Kristian Moore of Kent and Derek and EthanMoore, both of Van Wert; three brothers, Raymond (Sylvia) Moore of VanWert, Michael Moore of Las Vegas, Nev., and Tyrone (Debra) Moore ofFort Wayne, Ind.; and two sisters, Mary Turner and Shari (Steven)Darnell, both of Van Wert.
A sister, SharleneMoore, preceded him in death.
He had previously workedat General Motors in Defiance, Ohio. He was a member of Pentecostal WayChurch in Van Wert.
Funeral services will beconducted at 2:30 p.m. Monday, January 27, at Alspach-Gearhart FuneralHome & Crematory in Van Wert, with the Rev. Bill Watsonofficiating. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery in Van Wert. Callinghours are from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Preferredmemorials: To the family.
Online condolences maybe left at www.alspachgearhart.com.
(Theobituary appeared on vwindependent.com on Friday, January 24, 2014, andin the Van Wert Times Bulletin, Saturday, January 25, 2014.)

Robert "Bob" M. Cahoon
January 3, 2014
Senior Picture,VWHS 1973 - 1974
Van Wert, Ohio -RobertM.Cahoon, age 58,of Van Wert, died Friday, January 3, 2014, at hisresidence.
He was born December 28,1955, in VanWert, the son of Helen (Emmerth) Cahoon, who survives in Los Angeles,California, and the late James P. Cahoon.
Survivors include threebrothers, JamesP. (Kimberly) Cahoon of Hopewell, N.J., William A. (Heather) Cahoonof Scottsdale, Arizona, and Thomas P. Cahoon, Ph.D., of Los Angeles;two sisters, Dr. Kathleen Cahoon of Cottonwood, Arizona, and Cynthia(Paul) Brautigam of St. Marys, Ohio; and two nieces and fournephews.
He had previously workedin the music industry. He was amember of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Van Wert, andwas a graduate of Van Wert High School, Class of 1974.
A Mass of ChristianBurial will beconducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 14, at St. Mary of theAssumption Catholic Church in Van Wert, with Father Stanley Szybkaofficiating. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery in Van Wert. Visitation is at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Homein VanWert from 9:30 - 10:30 am on Tuesday before the service. Preferred memorials: WestwoodBehavioral Health Center in Van Wert.
Arrangements were handledbyAlspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory in Van Wert.Onlinecondolences may be sent towww.alspachgearhart.com.
(The obituaryappeared in vwindependent.com and the Van Wert Times Bulletin onFriday, January 10, 2014)
BobCahoon, 1971 - 1972 Sophom*oreVWHS

BrendaLouise (Brewer) Kiracofe
August 8, 2013

Brenda Louise Kiracofe, age 57, ofVan Wert died at 3 p.m. Thursday, August 8, 2013, at St. Rita’s MedicalCenter in Lima, Ohio.
Shewas born April 24, 1956, in Van Wert, to the late George A. and VeraKathryn (Sites) Brewer. On March 8, 1975, she married Roger LeeKiracofe, who survives.
She is also survived by a daughter, Heather(Ron) Kroeger of Landeck; and one son, Joshua Lee Kiracofe of Van Wert.Also surviving are grandchildren who were her pride and joy: SeanRamos, Alexis Ayers, Brendan, DJ and Quinn Kiracofe. Other survivorsinclude her siblings, Judy (Jerry) Fisher and Darlene (Howard) Shobe,both of Van Wert, and Jerry (Patricia) Brewer of Decatur, Ind.; A son,Rodney Lee Kiracofe; and her in-laws, William and Dora May (Myers)Kiracofe, also preceded her in death.
Brenda was a homemaker and loved to play Bingo.
Funeralservices will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 13, atBrickner Funeral Home in Van Wert, with the Rev. Paul W. Millerofficiating.
Calling hours are from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday, August 12, and an hourprior to services Tuesday at the funeral home.
Preferredmemorials: To the family. Online condolences may be left tobricknerfuneralhome.com or emailed to bricknerfuneralhome@bright.net.
(Theobituary appeared in vwindependent.com and the Van Wert Times Bulletinon Saturday, August 10, 2013)

MaryAnne (Reinhart) Tamsen
January 23, 2013
Photo is her seniorpicture in the 1974 Excalibur Yearbook
AllenPark, Michigan - Mary Anne (Reinhart) Tamsen, age 57, passed awayJanuary 23, 2013. Beloved wife of David; loving mother of Ashley,Derek, and Trevor Tamsen; dear daughter of Beverly and NorbertReinhart; dear sister of Jim (Judy) Reinhart and Tony (Karen) Reinhart.
Visitation1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, January 27,and 12 Noon to 4 p.m. Monday,January 28, at Weise Funeral Home, 7210 Park Ave., Allen Park, MI48101, phone (313) 382-1150. Funeral Service 4 p.m. at thefuneral home. Memorials may be directed to Mr. David Tamsen atthe funeral home address. Please visit the funeral home onlineobituary/guest book at weisefuneralhome.com.
(Obituarypublished in Heritage Newspapers, heritage.com, Jan. 27, 2013 and theVan Wert Times Bulletin, January 30, 2013.)

RobertKevinThieroff
January18, 2013

Defiance,Ohio - Robert Kevin Thieroff, age 56, of Defiance, Ohio, passed awayFriday, January 18, 2013, at Community Health Professionals DefianceArea Inpatient Hospice Center. Born on January 22, 1956, inDefiance,he was the son of Sharon (Briggs) Thieroff Elliott and the late RobertKenneth Thieroff.
Aftergraduating from Van Wert High School in 1974, Robert attended BowlingGreen State University. Later, he served his country in theArmyNational Guard for over 10 years. A passion for antiquebicycles, jazzmusic, fine cuisine and his grandchildren drove his zest for life.
Hehad been employed at Sauder Woodworking Company of Archbold, Ohio, for18 years and at the Campbell's Soup Company in Napoleon for the pastthree years.
Hewill be greatly missed by his loving wife, Virginia (Trevino) Thieroff;his mother: Sharon and stepfather, Eurie "Nib" Elliott of Greeneville,Tennessee.; stepdaughters: V. Christina Trevino of Defiance, MariaTrevino of Belton, Texas; stepsons: Pablo (Cassandra) Trevino ofColorado Springs, Colorado., Ricardo Trevino and Miguel (Danielle)Trevino, both of Defiance; sisters: Gail (Douglas) Dumire of Defianceand Laurie (Jerry) Perez of Ft. Wayne, Indiana.; stepsisters: Nikki(Scott) Niswonger and Nancy (Ken) Key, both of Greeneville, Tenn.;nieces: Jody Bender, Lisa Grubb, Erika Dumire; nephews: Matthew Dumire,Tyler Young, and 11 grandchildren.
Friendsare invited to call Monday, January 21 from 2 - 7 p.m. atLawson-Roessner Funeral Home, 1753 S. Clinton St., Defiance.Serviceswill be held at 7 p.m. with Deacon Don Meyer officiating. Aprivateburial will be Tuesday at Riverside Cemetery. The familysuggestsmemorials to the CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center.Condolences to the family may be shared atdefiancefuneralhome.com.
(Obituary appeared in the VanWert Times Bulletin on Saturday, January 19, 2013)

Kelly BrentMcConahay
January 11, 2013

KellyBrent McConahay, age 57, of Ohio City, Willshire Township, Ohio, diedat 5:15 p.m. Friday,January 11, 2013, at Van Wert County Hospital, Van Wert, Ohio.
Hewas born October 17, 1955, in Van Wert. His father andstepmother,Daniel J. McConahay and Sharon McConahay, survive in Van Wert.Hismother,Shirley (Speakman) Couts, also survives in Van Wert.On August2, 1980, he married Mickey J. (Army) McConahay, who survives in VanWert.
Othersurvivors include his two sons:Martin McConahay (and fiancéeValeriePhillips)of Austin, Texas, and Casey McConahay of Van Wert; adaughter, Shea Lyn (Nathan) Crass of Fort Mill, SC; a brother,Kaury McConahay of Houston, TX; three sisters, Kimberly (William)Torok of Delta, IN, Kristine McConahay of Stroh, IN, and Kerry(Jeff) Gudakunst of Grover Hill, OH; a stepbrother, Mike (Kathy) PriestofPayne, OH; and one stepsister, Brenda (Jeff) Clark of Paulding, OH; andgrandmother: Audrey Jacob of Van Wert.
Mr.McConahay had worked at the Ream Steckbeck Paint store in Van Wert.Hethen owned and operated Kelly's Paint and Paper. He currentlywasoperating McConahay Decorating. He was a member of FirstUnitedMethodist Church, Van Wert. He was a 1974 graduate of VanWert HighSchool.
Funeralservices will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 15, 2013, atFirstUnited Methodist Church in Van Wert, with the Rev. Gus Christo-Bakerofficiating. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery in Van Wert.
Callinghours are Monday, January 14, from 2-8 p.m., at Cowan & SonFuneralHome in Van Wert and an hour prior to services Tuesday at the church.
Preferredmemorials: Wren (Ohio) EMS Squad or the Lupus Foundation of America.
Online condolences may be leftatcowanfuneralhome.com.
(Theobituary appeared in vwindependent.comon Saturday, January12, 2013,and in the Van Wert Times Bulletin on Monday, January 14, 2013.)

ChristinaA. (Jenkins) Spoor
May 14, 2012

(Chrisstarted with the Class of 1974 at Anthony Wayne Elementary School inMrs. Gilland's Kindergarten Class, 1961-1962, and Mrs.Burris' FirstGrade Class, 1962-1963. During Elementary School she moved totheClass of 1975 and attended high school with the Class of 1975.)
Van Wert, Ohio - Christina A. Spoor, age 55, of Van Wert, Ohio, died at2:25 a.m. Monday, May 14, 2012, at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis,Indiana.
She was born June 24, 1956, in Van Wert, to the late Shirley (Bell)Davis and Carroll R. Jenkins. Her stepfather, Ray Davis,survives of Van Wert.
Her husband, William E. "Bill" Spoor, III, survives of Van Wert.
Other survivors include her children: William E. "Lump" Spoor, IV, andJerry (Chantal) Spoor, both of Van Wert, and Trisha (David) Rager ofFt. Wayne, Ind.; a brother: Greg (Becky) Jenkins of Van Wert; sisters:Cindy (Mike) Wamsley of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Sandy Eversole ofVan Wert; one sister-in-law: Jan Jenkins of Van Wert, and fivegrandchildren: Laine, Grace and Emma Spoor; Trinity and Will Rager.A brother, Rick Jenkins, also preceded her in death.
Mrs. Spoor was co-owner/operator of Spoor Contracting and officemanager for Jerandan Portable Toilets, both of Van Wert. Inaddition to her love of her grandchildren, Chris was a member of theVan Wert American Legion Auxiliary Unit 178 and Van Wert Moose Lodge1320 Auxiliary. She was an avid gambler, drag racingenthusiast and cook (you would never leave her house hungry.)She truly loved feeding her family and friends.
Friends may call from 2-5 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 2012, atAlspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory, Van Wert.Prayer services will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 2012, at thefuneral home. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert,at a later date.
Preferred memorial is donor's choice.
(Theobituary appeared May 15, 2012 in the Van Wert Times Bulletin and May14, 2012, invwindependent.com)

SandraJ. (Hoffman) Figley
October24, 2009

VAN WERT, Ohio - Sandra J.Figley, 53, of Van Wert, died at 8 a.m.Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, in her home.
She was born May 27, 1956, in Van Wert, to Frank B. and Arlene PalmerHoffman. Her father, Frank B. and (Linda) Hoffman, and mother, ArleneHoffman, all survive in Van Wert. On May 1, 1981, she married Keith L.Figley, who survives in Van Wert.
Mrs. Figley was a homemaker and had worked in the office at Aeroquip.
Additional survivors include two sons, Joshua (Amy) Fabian of Montrose,Colo., and Timothy "T.J." (Sumer) Figley of Van Wert; a daughter,Sherry Fabian of Convoy, Ohio; one stepson, Dustin (Julie) Figley ofVan Wert; a stepdaughter, Lori Andrews of Geneva, Ind.; fivegrandchildren; five step-grandchildren; two brothers, Frank W.(Barbara) Hoffman of Van Wert and Rodger D. (Cathy) Hoffman of LittleTorch, Fla.; two sisters, Teresa Klahn of Loveland, Co. and Lori(Rocky) McVaigh of Van Wert; and her father-in-law, LeDoyle "Farmer"Figley of Rockford, Ohio.
Private family services will be held in St. Mark's Lutheran Church, VanWert. The Rev. Will Haggis will officiate. No public visiting hours areplanned.
Memorial contributions may be given to Community Health ProfessionalVisiting Nurses and Hospice.
Arrangements are by Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Cridersville,Ohio.

Charles Coe “Chuck”Moysey, Jr.
January 24, 2008

ObituaryPhoto Junior yearphoto, 1972-1973, Van Wert High School Excalibur 1973 yearbook, page 137
Ocala, Florida - Charles (Chuck) Coe Moysey, Jr., 52, ofOcala, Florida., formerly of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away at 4:45 a.m.EST Thursday, January 24, 2008, in Ocala.
He was a horse trainer with Winding Oaks Farm in Ocala, where he livedhis dream of working with and training horses. His passion forhorses began at an early age, as he would read books on training horsesall night long by flashlight under the covers so his mother would notknow.

Charles is survived by his son, Charles (Cee) Coe Moysey III of Ocala;his daughter Chelsey Ellene Moysey of Anthony, Florida; his father,Charles C. Moysey Sr. of Plain City, Ohio; two sisters, Dianne M. Fiskof Van Wert, and Barbara M. Ferguson of Albany, Kentucky, and twonephews, J. Zachary Fisk of Los Angeles, California, and M. Devin Fisk,Cincinnati, Ohio.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Ellene Moysey-Day.
Chuck was a loving father, son, brother and uncle. He will besadly missed by his family and friends.

Memorial services will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, February 2,2008, at Cowan & Son Funeral Home, Van Wert. The Rev. PaulMillerwill officiate. There will be visitation on hour prior to theservicetime. The family prefers casual attire - T-shirts, jeans, and cowboyboots. In lieu of flowers, preferred memorials may be made to thechildren or to the Hospice Legacy House in Ocala, Florida, 34481.
Chuck is not listed with aphoto oras "photo not available" in the Van Wert High School Excalibur1974, with the Class of 1974.

Mothers Day, May10, 1992, Stephanie with her family, in the flower garden of theirchurch.
Captain Stephanie (Felger) Peterson, R.N., died the following LaborDay, Sept. 7, 1992.

" . . . Iam now hearing from readers in Scotland, Australia, China andCanada. A professor at the University of Cincinnati hasincluded it in her course work for Juniors studying to beteachers. Just thought I'd sharea few of thesethings with you because I really appreciated your comments about yourexperiencesand feelings while reading my book. I amhearing the same thing from so many guys your age - some who didn'teven know Mike or our family! That is another nicesurprise. I will try to send two pictures (ofMichael) asattachments. Again, thanks for getting in touch withme.

Regards,

Gemma M. Geisman"

GregoryS. Miller

January 1,1976

Van Wert, Ohio -Gregory Scott Miller, age 19, died Thursday, January 1,1976, in a single-engine airplane crash in Mercer County, Ohio, twomiles southeast of Rockford on Lombard Road.
Mr. Miller was the son of Ernest K. and Carolyn (Atha) Miller, of 441South Avenue, Van Wert. He was born February 4, 1956, in VanWert.
Survivors in addition to his parents include a brother, Douglas K. athome; two sisters, Mrs. Brent (Cyndi) Bauer of 456 Gordon Avenue, VanWert, and Susan, also at home; the maternal grandmother, Mrs. RachaelDeMoss of Van Wert and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. CliffordE. Miller of 211 S. Harrison St., Van Wert.
Mr. Miller was a graduate of Spartan Aeronautics School, Tulsa,Oklahoma, and a 1974 graduate of Van Wert High School.
He attended Trinity United Methodist Church in Van Wert.
Funeral services for Mr. Miller are to be held at 2 p.m. Sunday,January 4, 1976, with the Rev. Lowell Nelson officiating.Burial is to be in Woodland Cemetery. Friends may call at thefuneral home after 2 p.m. today. Preferred memorials are tothe Cancer Society.
(Publishedin The Times Bulletin, Friday, January 2, 1976; Saturday, January 3,1976; Tuesday, January 6, 1976; Thursday, January 8, 1976.)

Janet Haynes
April2, 1966
(Photosfurnished by Janet's brother, Michael, in Nov. 2019. The 1966 obituarydid not include a photo.)

Van Wert - Janet Haynes, nine yearand five month-old daughter of Jerald "Jerry" and Illi (Lenz) Haynes of1124 S. Walnut St, Van Wert, Ohio, died Saturday, April 2, 1966, at theChildren's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She had been ill about one year.She was born November 10, 1956.
The child, besides her parents, is survived by a brother, Michael, 7;two sisters, Patty, 11, and Carol, 6, all at home; the maternalgrandmother, Mrs. Ottilie Lenz of Hamburg, Germany, and the paternalgrandparents, Ronald R. and Catherine E. (Bechtel) Haynes of Hastings, Michigan.
(Added 2022: And survived by her father'sonly brother: Ronald John M. Haynes (DOB 12-15-1925, DOD 2-17-2011) andhis wife, Clara Teresa (Zimmerman) Haynes (dec. 2009, married 1950~),Long Lake, Cloverdale and Hastings, Michigan. As of February 2011,Janet's three siblings' status: Patty, deceased, Michael (& Jean)Haynes of Louisville, Colorado, and Carol (& Greg) Peterson,Loveland, Colorado.)

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 5, at the St.Mary's Catholic Church, the Rev. Russell Gillig to officiate. Burialwill be in Woodland Union Cemetery, Van Wert.
Funeral arrangements are by Alspach Funeral Home, Van Wert. The Altarand Rosary Society will recite the Rosary at 7:30 p.m. tonight, Monday,April 4, at the funeral home.

by: LeoBuscaglia Felice Leonardo Buscaglia (March 31, 1924 - June 12, 1998, age 74)