All Obituaries

Clifford L Rising Jr 12-19-1961 - 11-20-2023 Cliff met the love of his life on July 4th, 1978. I guess you could say they had their own fireworks. They married December 31, 1979. Cliff was a son, brother, uncle, friend, father & grandpa, "adopted" father, a backyard mechanic and a fixer of things. He was most proud of being a father & grandpa. He was hard on his children when they were growing because he wanted them to be good, hard-working people, which they are. When...

Steven Joseph Neal,70, of Defiance, Ohio, died on November 19, 2023. He was born on November 27, 1952, to Kermit Lamar Neal and Vira Laween Stewart at a naval base in San Diego, California. He attended Paulding High School and graduated in 1970. He met his wife Cindy Struble in 1983 and the were married in 1990. Steve had two daughters, Stacy Gilbert and Kelly Foster, and together they had a son, Jace Joseph Neal. Steve was quite the character! Goofy, funny and caring. He showed his love...

Brenda Mackey 1963-2023 Brenda Faye Mackey, 60, of Adrian, Michigan, passed away on November 16, 2023. She was born on July 25, 1963, in Orlando, Florida. Brenda was a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt who will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Brenda was known for her quick wit and sense of humor. She had a keen intellect and often surprised others with her knowledge. Her love for learning led her to acquire three college degrees. Brenda cherished traditional family values and...

Pauline Marie Adams, age 73, of Walbridge/Northwood, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2023, at Genoa Retirement Village, after a long battle with ovarian cancer. She was born in Toledo, OH, on November 25, 1949, to Clarence Jacob "Spike" and Margaret Catherine (Romstadt) Henninger. She is a 1967 graduate of Cardinal Stritch High School and attended Warner College of Beauty for Cosmetology. On May 30, 1969, she married Alvin A Adams III. Al and Pauline raised two boys and...

Sammy Francis, 61, of Homer, went to be with Jesus on Friday October 27, 2023, at Pipp Hospital in Plainwell MI following a long illness. Sammy wasborn May 9, 1962, to David and Loretta (Hampton)Francis in Williamson, W. VA. On February 23, 1995, he married Michelle Jackson, and she survives. Sammy worked at MCK of Litchfield and later Jonesville Products until his declining health forced him to stop. He enjoyed watching old westerns, camping, time with friends, but of late he enjoyed mini...

Diane J Padgett                Sept. 9, 1943- Oct. 27, 2023 With great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandma, Great Grandma, Great Great Grandma, Great Great Great Grandma, Sister, Aunt, Wife and Friend. We will miss her fiery spirit, her sarcastic humor and her strength which were all present in her until the very end. May we all cherish and honor her memory until such a time that we meet again.

Anthony Robert Federici, age 75, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2023, at his home in Toledo, Ohio. Known lovingly as “Tony” he battled a short, but courageous fight against cancer. Anthony was born on November 12, 1947, in Lackawanna, New York to Albert and Mary Federici. He attended Lackawanna High School before majoring in Business at the University of Palm Beach and later drafted into the Army. After his military service he enjoyed a career in business, sales, and...

Tammy Lynn Marie Arnold, 57, of Toledo, passed away Monday, October 23, 2023, in the comfort of her home. Tammy was born February 12, 1966, to Stella and James Wodarski. A beloved daughter, wife, mother, granny, and friend, Tammy will be remembered by all for her kindness, humor, and love for those close to her. Tammy was a natural caregiver, always taking care of others first, even when going through her own health problems. Her love for her family was infinite. She shared 33 years of...

Charles Filipek was born on December 29, 1938, in Riga, Michigan to Czechoslovakian immigrants John and Elizabeth Filipek. He enjoyed childhood with sister Mary and brothers Frank, John, Louis, Joseph and surviving brother James. When Charles was a young man, he made a life changing decision to join the United States Marine Corps. All of his brothers served in various branches of the military as well, and Charles was very proud of that family legacy. During his time as a Marine, Charles...

Oscar Otto Winsted III of Toledo, Ohio sadly left us on October 16, 2023 surrounded by his loving wife and family. Oscar is proceeded in death by his Parents Mary Ellen & Oscar Winsted II and sister Sally Keaton. Oscar is survived by Brothers David and Freddy Winsted. Sister Molly (Mark) Staszak  daughters: Jackie (Steven) Elmer, Shannon Winsted, Beth Stolar, Sunni Winsted, Virginia (Rena) Gonzales, Tina (Ray) Martin, Buffy (Chad) Hill and sons: Manuel Gonzales, Mike (Gina)...