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Beth Ann Medina, 48, of Bryan Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 1, 2023 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center of Toledo, Ohio. She was born on February 9, 1975 to Linda (Medina) Plank of Defiance. Beth was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church of Napoleon. She enjoyed baking, reading, Mickey Mouse and relaxing with a Starry. She was a Michigan Wolverines fan. She loved to sit by the river and listen to the water. She looked forward to doing things with her children and living life to the fullest with her nieces and nephews. Beth will be remembered for her jokes, her heart of gold and the love she shared. She will be remembered by her parents, Linda and Chris Plank;...

Joseph V. Beck Jr, 74, of Ridgeville Corners, Ohio, finally went HOME on Monday, November 13, 2023 at CHP Defiance Hospice Center. A Celebration of Life Service will be taking place in the near future at Christ Community Church of Ridgeville Corners. Funeral arrangements are entrusted with Snyder-Wesche-Hoening Funeral Home of Napoleon. Joe's full obituary and service details may be found on the funeral home's website. www.hoeningfuenralhome.com.

Brenda K. Adams, 54, of Napoleon passed away peacefully at CHP Hospice Center of Defiance after a courageous fight with cancer. Brenda was born on November 29, 1968 to Banner "Benny" and Diana (Golliver) Meade. She worked as a supervisor for Arrow Tru-Line Inc of Bryan for many years. Brenda was a member of First Baptist Church of Napoleon and the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Post 4428 of Napoleon. She had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening and tending to her flower beds. She was very talented in crafting and liked making homemade gifts such as, wreaths, flower arrangements, cards and signs. Her favorite hobby was scrapbooking. Brenda was a loving and giving person with a heart of gold. She...

Brenda M. Kimmich, 62, of Holgate passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Henry County Hospital. She was born February 28, 1961 in Alexandria, VA to James and Sharlene (Tysor) Lutz. Brenda is survived by her loving husband, Charles Kimmich; children, Heather (Patrick) Sirbaugh, Kyle and Collin Kimmich, and Misty (Mark) Wilkie; five grandchildren, Patrick, Michael (Mikayla), Brandan, Isaiah and Makena; and great-granddaughter, Phoenix. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Sharon. Brenda was a member of the Holgate Village Council for 20 + years where she served on various committees. Brenda was an animal lover and in her leisure enjoyed watching television with...

Bert F. Wilson, 71, of Napoleon, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, September 25, 2023. He was born on April 29, 1952 to Wallace and Minnie (Toler) Wilson. On April 7, 1972 he married the love of his life, Lulu Hudson, whom survives. Bert was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Napoleon. He was employed at American Gage of Wauseon and Sonoco of Napoleon. He then served three years in the Napoleon City Police Auxiliary; he then served as a deputy in the Henry County Sheriff's Office for thirty-one years. In his spare time he liked to go fishing and camping. He also attempted to play golf. You could find him relaxing on his porch and watching the traffic go by. Bert was a...

Margaret Maynard, 78, of Napoleon, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. She was born on December 1, 1944 to Ezra and Nettie Cremeans of West Virginia. On October 9, 1961 she married the love of her life, Larry Maynard, who preceded her in death in 1972. In 1963 Margaret and Larry moved to Ohio and both got jobs at Campbell Soup Supply Company. Margaret worked for Campbell Soup for forty-four years. She was a member of the Napoleon Moose Lodge 788. Margaret liked to play Yahtzee, going to the casino and shopping. Her family was her world. She loved them very much and would do anything for them. She will be dearly missed by all who knew...

Eleanor Dennis, 78, of Archbold, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 21, 2023 at Mercy St. Anne Hospital of Toledo, Ohio. She was born on November 7, 1944 to Roscoe and Edna (Wahlgamuth) McKnight. On February 22, 1975 she married the love of her life, James "Jim" Dennis, whom survives. Eleanor earned her beauticians license and pursued nursing school. She worked for ITT Higbea Manufacturing Company of Archbold for thrity-six years. She was a member of the UAW and a union representative. Eleanor loved to cook, bake, sing, work crossword puzzles and listening to Joel Osteen on the radio. It was important to her to keep up to date with her beauticians license and she took pride in it....

Richard 'Dick" Piercefield, 80, of Napoleon, passed away 1:45 a.m. on Thursday, July 13, 2023 at Northcrest of Napoleon where he resided. He was born December 15, 1942 in Columbus to Charles Arthur and Marie M. (Allen) Piercefield. Surviving Dick is his brother Charles "Chick" (Norma) Piercefield; sister, Rosalie "Dolly" Sherwood; special friend, Cindy McBride; sister-in-law, Gwen Piercefield and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James and brother-in-law, Barry Sherwood. At an early age Dick suffered from a car accident that changed his life, limiting his abilities thereafter. He was unique individual and a character by nature. He loved...

Thomas A. Moore, 79, of Napoleon, passed away 3:07 a.m. on Thursday morning at the Henry County Hospital. He was born December 27, 1943 in Napoleon to the late William "Corny" and Marilyn (Hess) Moore. He married Mary Badenhop in 1963 and she preceded him in death in 2001. Thomas was a 1961 Napoleon High School graduate. A lifelong horse trainer, Thomas enjoyed spending time on his farm and driving his tractors. He also enjoyed dancing and in his earlier years was an avid golfer. He was the youngest golfer at the National Public Links Tournament in Hawaii while still in high school. Thomas also played in tournaments with many PGA tour greats including Gary Player. He was elected into...

Thomas A. Moore, 79, of Napoleon, passed away 3:07 a.m. on Thursday morning at the Henry County Hospital. He was born December 27, 1943 in Napoleon to the late William "Corny" and Marilyn (Hess) Moore. He married Mary Badenhop in 1963 and she preceded him in death in 2001. Thomas was a 1961 Napoleon High School graduate. A lifelong horse trainer, Thomas enjoyed spending time on his farm and driving his tractors. He also enjoyed dancing and in his earlier years was an avid golfer. He was the youngest golfer at the National Public Links Tournament in Hawaii while still in high school. Thomas also played in tournaments with many PGA tour greats including Gary Player. He was elected into...

Mary Helen Holden, 89, of Napoleon, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 8, 2023. Mary was born on May 1, 1934 to George and Caroline (Dachenhaus) Badenhop of Napoleon. On July 2, 1955 she married John Holden, who preceded her in death on October 3, 2008. Mary was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Napoleon. She was a simple and private person who enjoyed watching crime and mystery shows. She took great pride in her home and always kept it pristine. Mary is survived by her daughters, Carol (Rick) Rauch and Cheryl (Ralph) Boraggina. She is also survived by four grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Caroline...

Alberta "Bert" Smith, 81, of Defiance, passed away unexpectedly, on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at Toledo ProMedica Hospital, with her loving family by her side. She was born on March 29, 1942, to Albert and Esther (Miller) Fouts of Napoleon. Bert was a previous lifetime member of the Defiance VFW Post 3360 and current member of Post 7400 of Cottonwood, Arizona. Working previously at PCS and Two Sisters, Bert was a retired caregiver to disabled adults. She was a Cleveland Browns fan and enjoyed crafting, puzzles and traveling with her sisters. She loved her family very much and looked forward to spending time with them. Bert had a loving heart and will be dearly missed. Bert is survived by...

Lois Knipp Stites, lifelong resident of Napoleon, experienced God's perfect healing through death on June 23, 2023. Pre-deceased by her parents, Harry and Imogene Knipp, her brother Doyle and sister, Naida (Crawford), her husband, Robert, and their first infant daughter, she is survived by her daughter, Kay (Jeff) Bunke, son Jim (Valorie), six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. A devoted and spirited spouse, parent, grandparent and friend of the community, in earlier years, Lois served as an active member and leader of Rebekah Lodge 504, the Child Conservation League, 4H Sharon Rainbows Club and the United Church Women. During lifelong membership of St. Paul United Methodist...

Lois Knipp Stites, of Napoleon, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 23, 2023 in Toledo, Ohio. Funeral arrangements are entrusted with Walker-Hoening Mortuary of Napoleon. www.hoeningfuneralhome.com.

Joyce Ann Trowbridge, 84, of Napoleon passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at Genacross Lutheran Home of Napoleon. She was born on March 29, 1939 to James and Edna Mock of Defiance. She was a graduate of Defiance High School. Joyce was an avid shopper and enjoyed cooking. She was focused on her family and looked forward to spending time with them. She was a wonderful mother to her twelve children and a loving grandma. Joyce is survived by her children, Laurie Garza, Paula Ponzio, Sandy Zachrich, Andrea Schafer and Dallas (Heidi Gyurnek) Gillett. She is also survived by twenty-four grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, children,...

Lynnie (Lynn) Belle Fruchey passed away peacefully on Wednesday June 21, 2023. She was born on July 12th 1925 to William and Francis (Williams) Crownover in Lexington, Tennessee. After graduating from Browns High School in 1943, Lynn worked in Nevada as "Rosie the Riveter," where she met the love of her life, John E. Fruchey They married on March 11, 1944, and he preceded her in death in 1998. Once John was discharged from the service, they moved to Napoleon to start their family. She worked at Campbell's for 30 years before retiring in 1987. Lynn had many interests throughout her life. She spent many evenings playing Bingo throughout Henry County. She was an avid bowler even in her golden...

Ruth A. Hubbard, 83, of Fostoria, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023 at Kingsbury Place in Defiance. She was born on November 30, 1939 to the late Harvey and Mary (Eckert) Nye. She married Loyal D. Hubbard on October 25, 1958 at St. Wendelin Catholic Church and he died on August 23, 2005. Surviving is a daughter, Diane (Lee) Rausch, Defiance; a son, Richard Hubbard, Fostoria; nine grandchildren, Joshua (Jamie) Krupp, Sarah Trent, Jennifer (Chris) LaBoe, Kaitlynn (Charles) Prezzia, Abbigail (Charles) Moeller, Madison Rausch, Christine (William) Thompson, Laura Hubbard and Richard Hubbard; 25 great-grandchildren soon to be 26; and a brother, John Nye, Fostoria. She was also preceded in...

Hazel Babcock, 68, of Napoleon, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 18, 2023 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. Hazel's final wishes was for there to be no services. Memorials in her memory may be considered to the American Cancer Society or the Henry County Humane Society. Arrangements were entrusted with Walker-Hoening Mortuary of Napoleon. Hazel's full obituary may be read at www.hoeningfuneralhome.com.

Heather Cutlip, 44, of Napoleon, passed away at her home on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Funeral arrangements are currently pending with Walker-Hoening Mortuary of Napoleon. www.hoeningfuneralhome.com

Grace M. Schuler, 97, of Napoleon, passed away peacefully at Vancrest Health Care Center of Holgate on Monday, April 24, 2023. She was born in Hartville, Ohio on February 16, 1936 to Ray and Bessie (Essex) Cordray. She married Charles A. Schuler on July 30, 1954. They resided in Port Monmouth, New Jersey until his death in 1987. Grace then relocated to Napoleon, Ohio to be closer to her family. Grace was a member of St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church in Napoleon. She was employed by Area Office on Aging as a receptionist for the RSVP program until she was eighty-eight years old. Grace is survived by her son, Charles (Marianne) Schuler of Denver, NC; grandson, Scott Schuler and...

Brandon M. Curtzwiler, 41, of Napoleon, passed away unexpectedly at his home, on Monday, April 3, 2023. He was born on October 11, 1981 to Cindy Atkison. On October 31, 2020 he married the love of his life, Meagan Rivera, whom survives. Brandon worked at Pilot gas station in maintenance and really enjoyed his job. Brandon enjoyed the Marvel, DC and Star Wars worlds. He was an avid collector of those franchises; especially, Superman. He liked to golf and play video games. His favorite video game was Mario Brothers. Brandon cherished his family and loved them very much. He made sure that everyone knew how much he loved them. He was a kid at heart and will be missed for his kind and...