All Obituaries

Louise M. Dixon (94), a pioneer in education and women’s athletics died March 9, 2020. Born October 11, 1925 in Ottawa, Illinois to Jessie (Malcolm) and Carl J. Markhus, Louise was the oldest of three children. In 1959 Louise founded Little Meadows Nursery School in Sylvania.  Over the next 26 years, thousands of area preschoolers enjoyed a mix of instruction, physical activity and socialization at one of Northwest Ohio’s first nursery schools.  Mrs. Dixon rejoiced in a...

John A. Timmins, born in Detroit, MI, passed away, Tuesday, March 31, 2020.  John is survived by his sons, Benjamin and Ethan (Colleen), grandson Liam, his ex-wife and friend, Irene Rose, his sister, Patricia (Timmins) Kirnberger, his brother, Frank Timmins, multiple nieces and nephews, and extended family.  John was the youngest of 8 children. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lena Mae (Morfett) Timmins and his father Edward J. Timmins, and six siblings, Bill, Charolette...

World War II Bride Passes Phyllis J. (Baker) Simon of Metamora, Ohio passed away on March 29, 2020 at 94 years young. She was born on October 26, 1925 to Alfred and Philomena (Dibling) Baker at their home in Toledo, Ohio.  Phyllis attended St. Elizabeth’s Catholic School in Richfield Center and graduated from Metamora High School in 1943.  Phyllis married the love of her life, William C. “Bill” Simon, a serviceman in the U.S. Seabees, in 1943.  They...

Dorothy Helen Newton        Dorothy Helen Newton, age 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, March 27, 2020 at Sunset Village in Sylvania, Ohio.  Dorothy was born September 21, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois to Josephine (Swoboda) and Aristotle DeMet.       Dorothy met the love of her life John (Jack) J. Newton, M.D., in 1945 while attending the University of Illinois. They were married on July 2, 1949 and between...

1928-2020   Leona M. Buetow, 92, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon, March 26, 2020, with loved ones by her side. Leona was born January 31, 1928, to Andrew and Johanna Specht, and was a graduate of Burnham High School. Leona enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren and great-granddaughter, while also tending to many different craft projects, baking and birdwatching.   Leona was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Howard; sister, Norma; husband, Harry;...

On March 25, 2020, after spending the day surrounded by family at home, the Lord called Susan home. April 4, 1932, Susan Carolyn (Bender) Reau was born to Edmund Bender and Mildred (Wegner) Bender.  Susan grew up in Old Orchard in Toledo, going to Old Orchard Elementary, DeVilbiss High School and finally graduating from the University of Toledo with a bachelor of education degree.  Susan taught 1st grade and kindergarten at South Mason Elementary school for 15 years. On August...

Betty Ann (Osten) Ovall 67 of Holland Ohio passed away peacefully through heavens gates on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 in her home surrounded by her family and her dear friend. She was born October 1, 1952 to parents Carl Osten Jr. and Rosline Davis.  She was proceeded in death by both her parents, sisters Janice Osten and Lois (Osten) Buck.  Betty is survived by her loving husband of 49 years Robert Ovall II, together they raised two children, son Robert Ovall III, and daughter...

F. Roger Oswald, 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday March 14th, 2020.   He was born to parents Frank and Dorothy Oswald on August 7th ,1934 in Cincinnati, Ohio. His family later resided in the greater Cleveland area.  Roger was an accomplished basketball player earning all-Southwest Conference honors at Fairview Park high school. Roger met his high school sweetheart and love of his life Joan, sharing 63 unforgettable years together. Roger...

Mary Lou was born to Edmund & Martha (Bergstedt) Meyer on September 10, 1939 in Toledo and went to be with The Lord on Thursday, March 19, 2020. Mary attended Scott High School and The Salvation Army and then was a faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church for the last 31 years. She met the love of her life, LeRoy Mitchell while working as usher & usherette at The Valentine Theater and they married on March 28, 1959.  Together they had two children, Lisa and Edward. Lee...

Mike Aman Our hearts are broken; we have lost the sweetest, kindest, bravest man.  Michael Aman died, March 17, 2020 after a great struggle with pneumonia.  He bravely dealt with MS for 47 years, never complaining and always making the most of his life, despite all of the hurdles.  He was loved by all and cherished by his wife Charmaine.  He was preceded in death by his brother John and parents Jack and Sarah.  He is survived by his brother Tony (Kate);...