Obituaries

Carol J. “Kit” Francis, 78 years, of Van Wert, Ohio, and formally of Bryan, Ohio, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021, in her residence, with her family at her side.  Carol was born August 8, 1942, along with her twin sister Maryl Jean, in Adrian, Michigan to the late Howard …

Barbara Kay Messmer (Stevens) Schoch, 81, of Bryan Ohio (formerly of Archbold) entered into the arms of Jesus on July 8, 2021, in the care of the Community Hospital of Williams County in Bryan, Ohio. Barbara was known by many as an Independent Music Professional; teaching and performing throughout N.W. Ohio and abroad. …

Leo C. Gustwiller, age 96, of Wauseon, passed away Monday morning, July 12, 2021, at Fulton Manor in Wauseon. Arrangements are pending at the Edgar-Grisier Funeral Home in Wauseon.

The earthbound journey of Michael Atkins Arbuthnot, age 82, of Cooney, Ohio, ended on July 9, 2021, and he has transitioned to the status of memories. He will be remembered for his quick wit, ribald humor, respect for nature, disdain for politicians, appreciation of family and love of Vermont. He …

Mary Alice Singer, 93, of Defiance, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Kingsbury Place, Defiance, where she was a resident. Mary Alice was born December 19, 1927, in Payne Ohio, the daughter of the late Henry and Florence (Sheehan) Linder. She was a 1945 graduate of Payne High School. …

Janet M. Collins, 93, passed away Friday, July 9, 2021, at Community Health Professionals Inpatient Hospice Center in Defiance, Ohio. Janet was born February 29, 1928, in Adrian, Michigan, the daughter of the late William and Lala (Hill) Schubert. She was a 1945 graduate of Adrian High School. Janet married …

Shirley Jean Mathys, age 82, of Edgerton, Ohio, passed away at 7:00 A.M. on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at Evergreen Manor, Montpelier, Ohio, where she was a resident, with her family at her side. Mrs. Mathys was a Life Member of the Edgerton American Legion Auxiliary and served as President …

Robert L. Bowsher, age 77, of Edgerton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at 5:48 P.M. on Monday, July 5, 2021, in his home, surrounded by his family. Mr. Bowsher worked for B.F. Goodrich in Woodburn, Indiana, retiring with forty-two years of service. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, …

Martha Louise Sallows, 86 years old and a lifelong resident of South Bend, Indiana, passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021, at BellTower Health and Rehabilitation Center, Granger, Indiana.  Martha was born March 11, 1935, in Hamilton, Indiana, the daughter of the late Rollie and Martha (Legge) Fraley.  She was a …

Kenneth L. Wilson, 64, of Montpelier passed away Tuesday evening at Community Hospital and Wellness Centers in Montpelier.  He was born on December 22, 1956 in Columbus, Ohio to Denford and Mary (Caldwell) Wilson.  Kenny graduated from North Eastern High School in Springfield, Ohio in 1975.  On July 27, 1979 …