Obituaries

Linda Nadine Tromblay

Linda Nadine Tromblay

Mar 4, 2022

 

Linda Nadine (Landry) Tromblay, age 87, of Bellefontaine, passed away at 12:32 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2022 at Traditions Assisted Living in Beavercreek, Ohio. She was born in Stanwood, Washington on October 14, 1934 to the late Ernest “Ernie” Gilbert and Velda Louella (Winters) Landry. A daughter, Melinda Smith in 2016; and brother Richard also preceded Linda in...

Branda Ericksen

Branda Ericksen

Mar 4, 2022

Branda Ericksen, devoted wife, chef, and best friend departed this earthly realm on Friday, March 4, 2022. She had an extreme obsession with life and if we’re being honest, shoes, too. She lived life on her terms, always. Her heart was on her sleeve, and she was always trying to make sure you were okay. Her family was the most...

James Lee Schneider

James Lee Schneider

Mar 4, 2022

 

James Lee Schneider, better known as Jim, passed away Friday, March 4, 2022.  Formerly of Bellefontaine, Ohio and currently residing in Spring Hill, Florida, Jim died at home of stomach cancer.  He was 75 years old.

Jim was born November 25, 1946, in Newell, WV, the fourth son of Clarence Leslie and Hazel Florence (née Walters) Mandley.  His father...

Tyler Lee Kissling

Tyler Lee Kissling

Mar 2, 2022

Tyler Lee Kissling, 25, of Bellefontaine, passed away Wednesday, March 2, 2022, in Mary Rutan Hospital, Bellefontaine.

He was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio on May 30, 1996, the son of Robert L. Kissling and Kandace (Lykins) Knight.

He is survived by his father, Robert L. (Mary) Kissling of Bellefontaine, his mother, Kandace (Lykins) Knight of Union City, IN, his son,...

Jesse James Meadows

Jesse James Meadows

Feb 27, 2022

Jesse James Meadows, age 83, sailed away to heaven early Sunday morning February 27, 2022, at Centennial Hills Hospital in Las Vegas, NV.

Jesse was born June 7, 1938, in Opelika, Alabama, the eldest son of the late James Willie Meadows and Ozella Blackmon. As a child he resided in Salem Alabama with his maternal grandmother Lela Thomas until he...

Patricia Anne Griggs

Patricia Anne Griggs

Feb 27, 2022

 

Patricia Anne Griggs, age 70, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away Sunday, February 27, 2022, at Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine.

She was born in Roscommon County Michigan April 1, 1951, a daughter of the late Leslie Thomas Griggs and Phyllis Joanlee (Ellars) Bozmen.  She was also preceded in death by a brother, Leslie Thomas Griggs.

She is survived by...

Janice S. Neeld

Janice S. Neeld

Feb 21, 2022

 

Janice S. (Sharp) Neeld, age 74, passed away Monday, February 21, 2022, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio.

She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio May 30, 1947, to the late George and Dorothy (Parrot) Sharp. She was also preceded in death by her sisters: Louise Mink, Cathern Stacy, and Sherry Mink Derr.

On October 7, 1967,...

Robert A. Wroten

Robert A. Wroten

Feb 20, 2022

Robert A. Wroten, age 79, of Arlington, Ohio passed away Sunday, February 20, 2022, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio.

He was born in Kenton, Ohio April 14, 1942, to the late John A. and Maxine (Dean) Wroten.

He is survived by his siblings: Phil (Connie) Wroten, Fredrick Wroten, Carol (Chuck) Stanford, Mike (Judi) Wroten, and Janice...

Belinda Castaneda Rivera

Belinda Castaneda Rivera

Feb 19, 2022

 

Belinda Castaneda Rivera, age 65, of Beavercreek, Ohio passed away at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 19, 2022.

She was born March 1, 1956, in Mercedes, Texas, a daughter of the late Raymundo and Teresa (Quintanilla) Castaneda.

Belinda is survived by her daughter, Clarise (Peyton) Starr; her grandchildren: Radha, Henry and Cecily; ten brothers and sisters and numerous nieces...

Helen I. Buirley

Helen I. Buirley

Feb 19, 2022

 

Helen I. Buirley, age 96, formerly of Jackson Center, Ohio passed away Saturday evening, February 19, 2022, at Logan Acres Senior Community in Bellefontaine, Ohio.

Helen was born at home in Holt County Missouri May 7, 1925, to the late Clay and Orlee (Houston) Moser.  She married Robert Buirley June 20, 1945, and he preceded her in death November...

Anthony E. Hill

Anthony E. Hill

Feb 19, 2022

 

Anthony E. “Tony” Hill, age 75, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away at 1:20 a.m. Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Ayden Healthcare of Belle Springs in Bellefontaine.

He was born July 28, 1946, in Bellefontaine, a son of the late Harold E. and Dorothy Jean (Goldberg) Yoe.

Tony married the former Jean S. Griffith December 13, 1975, in West...

James W. Trout

James W. Trout

Feb 19, 2022

 

James W. Trout, age 64, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away Saturday afternoon, February 19, 2022, at OSU-East Hospital in Columbus,Ohio.

James was born in Bellefontaine December 13, 1957, to the late Carl Elsworth and Donna June (Brandyberry) Trout.  James was also preceded in death by a sister, Deborah M. Ginn and brother-in-law, Frank Ginn.

He married Christine Hannold February 20,...

Roger W. Rude Jr.

Roger W. Rude Jr.

Feb 17, 2022

Roger W. Rude Jr., age 75, of Bellefontaine, Ohio went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Thursday, February 17, 2022.

He was born in Thacker, West Virginia January 6, 1947, to Mary A. (Lottes) and the late Roger W. Rude Sr.

Roger is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Karean “Bernie” (Farley) Rude; sons:...

Gertrude J. Arbogast

Gertrude J. Arbogast

Feb 17, 2022

Gertrude “Gertie” J. Arbogast, 84, died Thursday, February 17, 2022, at the Green Hills Community in West Liberty, Ohio.

Gertie was born January 5, 1938, the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Schindler) Sauber and was raised in Defiance, Ohio.  She married Paul Mohr in 1955.  A dedicated wife and mother of three, Gertie created a nurturing home with every move...

Steven W. Elliott

Steven W. Elliott

Feb 17, 2022

 

Steven W. Elliott, age 68, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022.

He was born in Bellefontaine April 19, 1953, to the late Robert and Alice (Purvis) Elliott.

On September 27, 1996, he married Kimberly (Huffman) Elliott and she survives. He is also survived by children: Scott (Jennifer) Elliott, Gary (Leslie) Elliott, Robyn Elliott, Brandi Shepherd,...

LeAnn Mann

LeAnn Mann

Feb 16, 2022

LeAnn “Lee” Mann, age 46, of Bellefontaine, Ohio passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Mercy Health Tiffin Hospital in Tiffin, Ohio.

She was born November 25, 1975, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, a daughter of Patricia Ann (Mann) Miller and the late Charles Boleyn.

Lee is survived by her fiancé, Tessa Miller of Tiffin; two children, Julianne Briggs, and Joey...

Mary Evelyn Rostorfer

Mary Evelyn Rostorfer

Feb 15, 2022

 

Mary Evelyn Rostorfer, age 83, of Rushsylvania, Ohio passed away at 5:32 p.m. Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at Memorial Hospital of Union County in Marysville, Ohio.

She was born in Foraker, Ohio April 10, 1938, a daughter of the late Lewis Foster King and Nettie (Black) Rodenberger.

Mary married Melvin Kenneth Rostorfer February 5, 1961, in Kenton, Ohio...

Benjamin Clifford Clark

Benjamin Clifford Clark

Feb 14, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Benjamin Clifford Clark announces his passing on February 14, 2022.

Benny was born February 23, 1975.  He attended Bellefontaine High School and then moved to Columbus OH to pursue a music career with some success.  Benny eventually moved to Chattanooga, TN and continued to write and play music.  He also owned a small landscaping...

James Allen Minnich

James Allen Minnich

Feb 13, 2022

James (Jim) Allen Minnich passed away of natural causes on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at the age of 69, in his home in Bellefontaine, Ohio. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges till the end.

He was born to James and Donna Minnich on September 17, 1952.

He is survived by...

Esther L. Gimbel

Esther L. Gimbel

Feb 13, 2022

Esther L. (Moore) Gimbel, age 83, of West Liberty, Ohio passed away Sunday, February 13, 2022.

She was born in Champaign County Ohio May 26, 1938, to the late Kenneth and Zelma (Bell) Moore. She was also preceded in death by a son, Mitchell Roosa; a grandchild; siblings: Eileen Niswonger, Doris McAlexander, Betty Bodey, Ralph Moore, Russell Moore, and...