Obituaries
Donald Sharp
Aug 3, 2025
Donald Lee Sharp, 70, of Fremont, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025, at Toledo Hospital. He was born February 8, 1955, in Port Clinton, the son of George and Juanita (Newman) Sharp. On September 27, 1975, he married Frances Adelaide Zamora at St. Joseph Catholic Church.
A master carpenter, Don was known for his skilled craftsmanship, strong faith, and kind spirit....
Phyllis Marie (Polter) Mauk
Aug 1, 2025
Phyllis Mauk, 90, of Fremont passed away, August 1, 2025 at The Chalet at the Vineyards on Catawba.
Phyllis was born June 3, 1935 she was raised in Green Springs/Clyde, OH. Phyllis graduated from Green Springs High School in 1953.
It was in Fremont that Phyllis met her beloved husband, David James "Jim" Mauk after he returned home from the Korean War....
Dean Mehlow
Jul 27, 2025
Dean Mehlow, age 81, went home to be with the Lord on July 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Ruth; daughters Kerry Gianni, Kathy Barton (Jim), and Kris Lyons; cherished grandchildren Connor (Allison), Carter (Azelyn), Kaden, Karma, Kyah, Luke, and Lily; and great-grandchildren Caeland and Greyson. He is...
Gene Woodrick
Jul 25, 2025
Gene L. Woodrick, 78 of Lindsey passed away at ProMedica Toledo Hospital on July 25, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born on December 23, 1946, to the late Leonard A. and Lucile (Miller) Woodrick in Fremont.
After graduating from Fremont Ross High School, Gene proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1966 -...
Patricia Jane DeMars
Jul 21, 2025
Patricia Jane DeMars, 88, of Fremont passed away on July 21, 2025 at Danbury Senior Living in Hudson, OH with loving care of family by her side. She was born in Lorain, Ohio on December 15, 1936 to the late Clyde and Mary (Pilarsh) Futch.
A 1954 graduate of Fremont St. Joseph High School, Pat went on to have a career...
George E. Dabrunz
Jul 18, 2025
George E. Dabrunz, 98, of Fremont, passed away July 18, 2025, at Bethesda Care Center in Fremont. He was born on February 22, 1927, in Fremont, Ohio, to Ernest and Loretta (Schmittuz) Dabrunz.
George was well known for his green thumb and love of the outdoors. He owned and operated Schmittuz Gardens located in Fremont. George remained fiercely dedicated to his...
Robert "Bob" Dalton Wagner
Jul 17, 2025
Robert "Bob" Dalton Wagner, age 78, of Fremont, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 17, 2025, surrounded by family.
Born in Fremont on September 4, 1946, Bob attended school in Lindsay, Ohio through 8" grade and graduated from Fremont Ross High School in 1964. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and was deployed to Vietnam. In 1969,...
Betty Davis
Jul 15, 2025
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Betty Lou Davis, 82, of Gibsonburg, passed away July 15, 2025, at Elmwood Assisted Living of Fremont. She was born in Rush, KY, on March 24, 1943, to Earl and Mary Elizabeth (Salyers) Fryer. On February 13, 1959, she married Lovell Davis Jr. in Grayson, KY, and he preceded her in death on September...
Michael Ray Tucker
Jul 14, 2025
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Michael Ray Tucker, 59, of Oak Harbor, passed away July 14, 2025 in Fremont. He was born March 10, 1966, in Bellevue, Ohio, to Ray U. Tucker and Thelma R. Bohannon. Michael was a 1985 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. A year later on August 1, 1986, he married his high school sweetheart...
Carolyn Smith
Jul 10, 2025
Carolyn Sue Smith, 71, of Woodville passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at her home. She was born on March 10, 1954 in Fremont to the late Calvin L. and Bertha L. (Bryant) Mull.
Carolyn was a loving mom. She liked to spend time raising exotic birds of all kinds. She took great care in breeding and raising the hatchlings...
Keith A. King
Jul 10, 2025
Keith A. King, 66, of Fremont, died Thursday evening at his residence. He was born August 29, 1958 in Fremont, the son of Walter N. and Joyce (Buehler) King. He was a 1976 graduate of Fremont Ross High and attended The Ohio State University. Keith was a farmer and owner of King Farms. His commitment to the environment and agriculture...
David J. Druckenmiller
Jun 29, 2025
David J. Druckenmiller, 69, of Lindsey, passed away June 29, 2025. There will be no services at this time.
Patricia Slayton
Jun 28, 2025
Patricia "Patti" L. Slayton, 66 of Fremont passed away at her home on June 28, 2025. She was born on May 21, 1959, to the late Ralph W. and Amy C. Drummond Trausch.
A 1977 graduate of Fremont Ross High School, Patti went on to obtain a Bachelor's of Interior Design from Bowling Green State University in 1981. She continued her...
Michael P. Esker
Jun 28, 2025
Michael P. Esker, 63 of Elmore passed away on June 28, 2025 at ProMedica Toledo Hospital. He was born on August 21, 1961 to Stanley and Ruth Esker in Fremont.
Mike graduated from Gibsonburg High School in 1979. He was eclectic, artistic person who enjoyed painting, crafting, songwriting, and creating puppets in his spare time. He shared his creations with the...
Robert William Lagrou
Jun 26, 2025
Robert “Bob” William Lagrou, 80, passed away June 26, 2025, at the Toledo Hospital with his family by his side. He was born on March 11, 1945, in Sandusky, Ohio, to Hector and Lucille (Wiswell) Lagrou. Bob was a 1964 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. On June 19, 1965, he was to married Linda Lou Beckley at Sacred Heart...
James F. Schwartz
Jun 26, 2025
James F. Schwartz, 78, of Lindsey, died Thursday, June 26, 2025 at his residence. He was born June 27, 1946 in Ottawa County the son of Carl and Rosemary (Garvin) Schwartz. Jim was graduate of Fremont Ross High where he earned his State FFA and American Farmer Degrees. On August 19, 1967 he married Margaret Atkinson at Grace Lutheran Church.
Jim...
Clyde Booze
Jun 25, 2025
Clyde Eugene (Buss) Booze, 88, formerly of Fremont, died at 1:46 pm Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Autumnwood Care Center.
Clyde was born on February 12, 1937, to Everett Clyde Booze and Margaret Smith Booze. He married Ann P. Earle on June 8, 1959, and she died of cancer on November 18, 1989. He married Mattie Hammons Baker on April 26,...
Kenneth A. Paul
Jun 25, 2025
Kenneth A. Paul 80, of Gibsonburg died early Wednesday morning, June 25, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. Ken was born in Fremont, Ohio at Memorial Hospital on October 2, 1944 to James and Vivian Paul. He attended Gibsonburg Schools and graduated with the class of 1964. After high school, Ken served in the Army in Fort Knox, Kentucky. He...
James Zink
Jun 21, 2025
James “Jim” D. Zink, 68, of Fremont, passed away on June 21, 2025. He was born in Fremont, Ohio, to Jack D. Zink and Marian (Hufford) Zink Christy on October 9, 1956. Jim was a 1975 graduate of Fremont Ross High School and earned a degree in electronics from the Denver Institute of Technology in 1983. Jim wore many hats...
Ted R. Smith
Jun 21, 2025
Ted R. Smith, 71, of Gibsonburg, passed away on June 21, 2025. He was born in Fremont, Ohio, on February 11, 1954, to Keith and Marilyn (Arndt) Smith. Ted was a 1972 graduate of Gibsonburg High School and attended Ohio State University where he played football. A hardworking man, Ted worked in construction for many years and was a paving...
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