OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Oregon, Lucas County in Ohio.

Vivian Bartko

Vivian Bartko

May 2, 2021

Vivian Bartko, 92, of Oregon, Ohio passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Landings of Oregon.  She was born on June 17, 1928 in Toledo, Ohio to Stephen and Barbara Majoros.  Vivian was a graduate of Central Catholic High School.

Vivian is survived by her son, Edward (Jerri) Bartko Jr.; grandchildren, Jennifer...

Sherry A. (Hudson)  Ruiz

Sherry A. (Hudson) Ruiz

May 2, 2021

Sherry A. (Hudson) Ruiz, 59, of Toledo, died unexpectedly on Sunday, May 2, 2021. She was born to Nelson and June Hudson. She was a fun-loving, caring, crafty person who was a friend to one and all, and would give anything to anyone in need. Her and her husband Andy enjoyed their time at Sunny’s Campground in Wauseon, Sherry’...

Robert John Pavuk

Robert John Pavuk

May 2, 2021

Robert John Pavuk age 50, of Toledo, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021 at home. Bob was born to John and Betty (Hatfield) Pavuk on January 21, 1971 in Toledo, Ohio. He graduated from Waite High School in 1989. Bob was a lifelong member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church where he played on the dart league and married his wife,...

Arthur Roy Peth Jr.

Arthur Roy Peth Jr.

April 30, 2021

Arthur R. Peth, age 61 of Oregon, went to be with the Lord on April 30, 2021 at Bay Park Hospital with his loving wife of 38 years by his side.

Arthur was born on March 3, 1960 to Arthur and Dorothy (Steward) Peth. He graduated from Clay High School in 1978. He began his career in...

Praseuth Southiphomma

Praseuth Southiphomma

April 25, 2021

Praseuth Southiphomma, age 90, of Northwood, Ohio passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021 surrounded by his family.

Family and friends may visit the Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S. Wynn Rd in Oregon on Saturday, May 1, 2021, from 9-12:00 p.m. where services will be held at 12:00 p.m.  Burial will follow at Lake Twp....

Richard A. Garber, Sr.

Richard A. Garber, Sr.

April 25, 2021

Richard Amos Garber, Sr., 81, of Toledo, Ohio passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Orchard Villa Care Center.  He was born on November 3, 1939 in Toledo, Ohio to Amos and Edith Garber.  Richard worked as a custodian for over 25 years for Toledo Public Schools.  He was an avid camper, bowler, and...

Marvin "Jay" Butte

Marvin "Jay" Butte

April 25, 2021

Marvin “Jay” Butte, age 52, of Toledo, OH, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021.  He was born in Toledo, OH to Carl and Delores Butte on March 11, 1969.  He worked for many years as a cabinet and countertop fabricator, taking great pride in his craftsmanship.  Jay enjoyed playing pool and spending time with his family.  He will be...

Helen "Cookie" Golis

Helen "Cookie" Golis

April 24, 2021

Helen “Cookie” Golis

Helen E. Golis, 78, of Toledo, Ohio passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Gardens of St. Francis.  She was born on January 27, 1943 in Monroe, Michigan to Thomas and Helen Pokornik, Sr.  Helen was a 1960 graduate of St. Ursula Academy.  She worked for Mercy Health Partners...

Alice Jean Thomas

Alice Jean Thomas

April 23, 2021

Alice Jean Thomas passed away on April 23, 2021 after a long fight with Alzheimer's and breast cancer. She was 84.

Born on September 6, 1936, in Jerusalem Township, Ohio, to her German and Scandinavian parents, she was one of eight children and was an active tomboy raised on her family...

Robert Grimes

Robert Grimes

April 22, 2021

Robert Lee Grimes, age 64, of Northwood, Ohio passed away at home on Thursday, April 22, 2021. He was born in Peru, Indiana to Robert Earl and Dorothy (Wagner) Grimes. He married the love of his life, Tammy, and together they raised a family. Robert was a truck driver for Cassens Transport for over twenty years.  He loved his...

Brenda Kay Watts

Brenda Kay Watts

April 21, 2021

Brenda Kay Watts, 74, of Northwood, Ohio went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Mercy Health-St. Charles Hospital.  She was born on October 23, 1946 in Catlettsburg, Kentucky to Richard and Martha Marie Frisby.  Brenda worked as a beautician instructor and as a secretary before starting her family.  She married Boyd Watts on September...

Sandra Christine Currier

Sandra Christine Currier

April 20, 2021

Sandra Christine Currier, age 67, of Oregon, OH passed away Tuesday, April 20, 2021.  She was born in Toledo, OH on December 5, 1953 to Robert and Lillian (Davis) Currier. Sandra loved spending time in Fort Myers, FL and lived there for many years where she was affectionately known as the “Plant Lady.”

Sandra leaves behind her...

Gordon Clark Nunamaker, Jr.

Gordon Clark Nunamaker, Jr.

April 19, 2021

Gordon (Gordy) Clark Nunamaker, Jr. passed away on April 19, 2021.  He was born in Toledo on September 11, 1934, son of the late Gordon Sr. and Alice (Jarczynski) Nunamaker.   He graduated from Waite High School in 1952 and served in the Army for two years in Korea.  After the war, he returned to Toledo...

Debrae J. Estep

Debrae J. Estep

April 19, 2021

Debrae “Deb” J. Estep, age 65 of Oregon, passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo. She was born July 25, 1955 to Velna (Kluender) and Ross Sampsel in Toledo. Deb graduated from Waite High School in 1973 and went on to obtain her Associate’s Degree. She lived in Las Vegas for about...

Mearl Dean Cole

Mearl Dean Cole

April 19, 2021

Mearl Dean Cole, 73, of Oregon, Ohio, passed away Monday, April 19, 2021.  He was born February 2, 1948 in Toledo, Ohio to Winford and Pearly (Sparks) Cole.  He married the love of his life, Mary. Mearl worked for many years as a plumber.

Mearl leaves behind his wife, Mary; his children, Todd Cole, Cari Cole, Tara...

Steven Brent Hilton

Steven Brent Hilton

April 18, 2021

Steven Brent Hilton, age 62, of Toledo, Ohio passed away at home April 18, 2021.  He was born to Everett D. and Mary Frances Russo Hilton in Allen County, Indiana on November 17, 1958.  He was the head football coach for many years at Birmingham Elementary and loved coaching the team. Steven enjoyed collecting things and spending time with...

Chelsea Rayne Smith

Chelsea Rayne Smith

April 18, 2021

This sweet gentle soul, Chelsea Rayne Smith age 26, of Oregon, passed away unexpectedly at home Sunday, April 18, 2021. Chelsea was born on August 15, 1994 in Toledo, Ohio. She attended Rossford Schools and graduated from Penta Career Center second in her carpentry class. Chelsea loved spending time with her baby, Ariyah and hanging out with her family...

Martina Lazcano Salinas

Martina Lazcano Salinas

April 16, 2021

Martina Salinas, age 84 of Toledo, passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021, at her home. Martina was born on January 7, 1937, in Robstown, Texas to  Amado and Soila (Lazcano) Garcia. She is known for her spectacular tamales and Spanish rice and she loved playing bingo. Martina was a selfless woman, always helping others. She will be dearly...

Mark Edwin Surprise

Mark Edwin Surprise

April 16, 2021

Mark Edwin Surprise went to be with his Lord on Friday, April 16, 2021. Mark was born on April 28, 1948, to Harold and Lettie (Benedict) Surprise, in Toledo, OH. The guideposts of Mark’s life were husband, father, patriot, and friend. Graduating from DeVilbiss High School he joined the Navy to pursue a 20-year career, retiring in 1986. A...

Ernest Nicholas Zam

Ernest Nicholas Zam

April 16, 2021

Ernest Nicholas Zam, age 84, of Oregon passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, April 16, 2021. Ernest was born to Nicholas and Verna (Mitro) Zam on March 8, 1937, in Toledo, Ohio.

He was a 1955 graduate of Macomber High School. He owned Zam Manufacturing machine shop until his retirement. He was a...

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