Dustin Willey
Nov 19, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Dustin James Willey on November 19, 2025, at the age of 29. Born on January 24, 1996, in Fremont, Ohio, Dustin was a cherished son, father, brother, grandson and friend.
He worked for Miller Pipeline. He was a member of the Catholic Church and also loved the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In...
Louise Filliater
Nov 22, 2025
Louise Filliater, 89, made her final journey to heaven Nov 22, 2025 surrounded by her family. She will be reuniting with her late husband, Carl who preceded her in 2015.
Louise was born Sept 30, 1936 in Helena, OH to Louis & Rita (Nieset) Dolweck. She was a 1954 graduate of Gibsonburg High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Carl,...
Jody L. (Carper) Angelone
Nov 17, 2025
Jody Lynn (Carper) Angelone, 57, went to Heaven on Monday, November 17, 2025, surrounded by the family she loved so fiercely. Born on October 22, 1968, in Fremont, Ohio, Jody lived a life full of heart, humor, and a joy that lifted everyone around her.
She graduated from Gibsonburg High School in 1987 and went on to earn her Bachelor degree...
Barb Halfhill
Nov 17, 2025
Barb Halfhill, 56, of Gibsonburg passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025 at Windsor Lane Healthcare. She was born on November 12, 1969 to the late Donald and Ruth (Krotzer) Bettenbrock.
A 1988 graduate of Gibsonburg High School, Barb went on to attend Terra Technical College and graduated in 1992 with a degree in Marketing.
Left to cherish her memory are her...
Cheryl L. Clark
Nov 10, 2025
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Cheryl Lynn Clark, 81 of Fremont, passed away early Monday morning, November 10th, 2025. She was born in Toledo to the late Russell and Doris (Seger) Reynolds.
Cheryl grew up in Bryan, OH and graduated from Fairview High School. Later she attended Stautzenberger College. She began her working career at GM and then for Humphrey Insurance.
Cheryl...
Barbara Ann Hudson-White
Nov 10, 2025
Barbara Ann Hudson-White, 85, of Fremont passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025 at Elmwood Assisted Living in Fremont. She was born on February 4, 1940 to the late Paul and Ruth (Johnson) Starlin in Franklin, Indiana.
Barbara attended Portland Jay County High School, graduating in 1958.
In her own words, "Barbara Starlin Hudson White has always been an artist." From a...
Charles "Charlie" Gonya
Nov 10, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Gonya, 82, of Fremont, passed away November 10, 2025, at home surrounded by family. He was born January 30, 1943, in Fremont, to Russell and Helen (Snyder) Gonya. He was a 1961 graduate of St. Joseph Catholic High School. Charlie was a 3rd generation farmer for Gonya Farms and operated the pickle station with his father, uncles, brothers,...
Lucretia Saller
Nov 9, 2025
Lucretia Saller, 94, of Fremont, passed away at Valley View Health Campus November 9, 2025. She was born in Fremont on January 24, 1931, to Joseph and Frances (Novak) Celek. Lucretia was a 1948 graduate of St. Joseph High School. She worked for Eckrich in Fremont and celebrated her retirement after 19 years.
On August 29, 1953, she married Glenn F....
Brian A. Borer
Nov 6, 2025
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Brian Albert Borer, 47, of Fremont, passed away Wednesday, November 6. 2025 at his residence. He was born November 25, 1977 in Fremont, the son of Dale and Melissa (Hooten) Borer. Brian was a 1997 graduate of Fremont Ross High School and went on to work for Whirlpool Corporation.
He was the kind of guy who...
Willie Gardner
Nov 4, 2025
Willie James Gardner, 71, of Fremont passed away on November 4, 2025 at ProMedica Toledo Hospital. He was born on July 7, 1954 to the late James and Ora (White) Gardner.
Willie was a 1972 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. He enjoyed spending time at flea markets and was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns fan.
Left to cherish...
Michelle Ann Widman
Nov 1, 2025
Michelle Ann Widman, 46, passed away November 1, 2025. She was born in Fremont, Ohio, on March 8, 1979, to Jeff Widman Sr., and Brenda (Walby) Widman. Michelle was a 1997 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. She dedicated many years working at Kraft Heinz Co., where she was currently employed, and had just celebrated her 25th anniversary there.
Michelle was...
Kimberly Ann Polk
Oct 31, 2025
Kimberly A. Polk, 66, of Fremont, passed away at her residence Friday, October 31, 2025, after a quiet and courageous battle with ALS. Born in Fremont to Joseph and Patricia (Rooks) Polk, she graduated from Ross High School and then Miami University with a degree in Education. She was a member of Alpha Phi sorority and spent a semester in...
James R. Triplett
Oct 30, 2025
James R. Triplett, 80 of Gibsonburg passed away on October 30, 2025 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo.
He was born on May 15, 1945 to the late Morgan and Mary (Pickens) Triplett in Portland, Ohio.
On November 10, 1966, he married Jane Richter, and have shared nearly 59 years together in marriage.
James worked for Luther Meadows in maintenance before his...
Janice Mae Johnston
Oct 27, 2025
Janice Mae Johnston, age 85, of Fremont, Ohio—most recently residing in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina—passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 27, 2025.
Born on April 2, 1940, in Diana, West Virginia, Janice was the daughter of Silas and Ida Pearl (Hamrick) Cogar. She graduated from Webster Springs High School in 1958 and later married the love of her...
LaMar Burkin
Oct 26, 2025
LaMar E. Burkin, a beloved father and husband, peacefully passed away on October 26, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on March 25, 1942, in Fremont, the son of Elmer L. and Mary (Joseph) Burkin.
LaMar spent countless hours working as a mechanic for the Toledo Blade, where he used his talent for fixing cars until his retirement. As a...
Alan Lee Siefke
Oct 22, 2025
Alan Lee Siefke, 63, of Fremont, passed away at home surrounded by family on October 22, 2025. He was born in Fremont, Ohio, on August 12, 1962, to Robert Lee and Marilyn (Longanbach) Siefke. He attended Gibsonburg High School.
Alan worked several jobs over the years that he loved, including The Fremont Company specializing in sauerkraut, the Gibsonburg Canning Company, and...
Michael Lee Black
Oct 17, 2025
Michael Lee Black, 70, of Gibsonburg passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025. He was born in Ottuma, Iowa on June 24, 1955 to the late Rozena (Rater) and Billy Dean Black.
Mike was a professional truck driver for many years, retiring in 2012. He was a kind man with a big heart who loved to watch his grandchildren, nieces, and...
Rita Schroeder
Oct 9, 2025
Rita Caroline Schroeder, 90, born June 17, 1935 in Clinton, IA to Henry and Elise (Jacobs) Cossman died on October 9, 2025 at Bellevue Care Center in Bellevue, OH. She graduated from Fulton High School in 1953 and married Charles H. Schroeder on November 2, 1960 in Fulton, IA. Together they raised six children; James Schroeder of Helena, OH; Suzanne...
Basel Zickefoose
Oct 6, 2025
Basel J. Zickefoose, 92, of Helena, passed October 6, 2025 at his residence. He was born November 25, 1932 in Alton, WV the son of Walker Ray and Trecie May (Gooden) Zickefoose. Basel was a true patriot and United States Army Veteran serving as a Corporal in the infantry from 1953-1955.
After his military service he worked as a Yuke driver...
Michael Ventura
Oct 6, 2025
Michael V. Ventura, 73, of Fremont, passed away Monday, October 6, 2025 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. He was born August 27, 1952 in Cleveland the son of John and Frances (Iacono) Ventura.
As a truck driver and avid Harley enthusiast, Michael traversed countless miles, enjoying the freedom of the open road. He was a long-time fan of baseball, especially the...