Josephine Jacobs, age 77, of Toledo, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2008 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg. She was born June 28, 1931 to Peter and Catherine (Guardi) Davie in Monreale Sicily, Italy. Josephine was a 1948 graduate of Central Catholic High School. She was employed with Liberty Mutual Insurance Company for 20 years. Josephine was a longtime member...

Michele Bielawski, age 54, of Erie, MI, formerly of Toledo, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 30, 2008 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. She was born on October 4, 1954 to Preston and Mary (Tulak) Lajiness in Toledo. Michele liked horse racing and was employed at Raceway Park for many years. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and reading in her spare...

David was taken senselessly from his family that loved him dearly, Friday, November 28, 2008. He was a great friend to everyone he met and was happiest when he was helping others. David loved his family, especially his niece "Wiggles", nephew "GB", goddaughter, Regan and Jennifer and her kids. He was an avid Bengals "Who Dey!" and Ohio State fan....

Roger W. Roehrig, age 53 passed away unexpectedly Monday, November 24, 2008 in his home. He was born on April 7, 1955 to Dean and Pauline (Lewis) Roehrig in Davenport, Iowa. Memorial Services to Celebrate Roger's life will take place Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 2843 Sterns Rd., Lambertville, MI 48144. The Newcomer Funeral Home...

Donald "Don" Rooks, age 87, of Toledo, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at St. Anne's Mercy Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 16, 1921 to George and Minnie (Burrier) Rooks in Toledo. Don was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during WWII. Don was retired from Chrysler Jeep after 47 years...

Glen Duane "Zeke" Parkinson, age 79, of Toledo, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2008 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. He was born November 22, 1929 in Lansing, Michigan. Glen was a U.S. Navy veteran serving his country proudly. He was employed with Duncan Metal Spinning for many years retiring in 1993. Glen was an avid Michigan Fan, especially when...

Bruce G. Calvert, age 43, passed away Monday, November 24, 2008 at the Toledo Hospital. He was born May 19, 1965 to Stephen and Martha (Eriksen) Calvert in Toledo, Ohio. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Bruce is survived by his mother, Martha Calvert; sister, Kristin (Steve) Russell and their son, Issac; daughter, Emily Calvert and her mom, Kitty Calvert;...

"Nana"SutterCarolyn J. Carolyn J. Sutter, age 75, of Toledo, passed away peacefully, Saturday, November 22, 2008 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. She was born on June 8, 1933 to Clarence and Marietta (Miller) Bernhard in Toledo. Carolyn was known as "Nana" to all. She was a longtime caregiver and very patient. Nana enjoyed sewing, she especially enjoyed making dolls....

Lilly Christine Irvin, age 2 ½ , of Toledo, passed away peacefully, Friday, November 21, 2008 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 25, 2006 to Shane and Colleen (Judge) Irvin in Toledo. Lilly was a strong, amazing fighter, never giving up the fight! She was also a silly, fun loving little angel, who...

Donald A. "Don" Achinger Donald A. Achinger, age 69, of Toledo, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at his home. He was born July 6, 1939 to David and Vivian (McGhee) Achinger in Toledo. Don was employed with Toledo Plate & Window Glass Company for 32 years. He also worked at Lourdes College for more than 10 years. But Don's...

Bernice "Bea" E. Adkins, age 75, of Lambertville, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at St. Anne-Mercy Hospital. She was born May 14, 1933 in Toledo. Bea was employed with the former Boron Oil Company for 15 years. She and husband Dick are lifetime members of Riverview Yacht Club. She was preceded in death by her father and stepmother,...

Neal W. Keener, age 46, of Sylvania Township, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2008 at the University of Toledo Medical Center. He was born on September 21, 1962 to Herbert and Alys Kenner in Toledo. Neal was employed with Textileather. He will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his mother....

Charles H. "Chuck" Roach, age 52, of Toledo, passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 30, 1955 to Charles and Agnes Roach in Toledo. Chuck worked as a mechanic throughout his life. He loved nothing more than spending time with his family. Chuck will...

Orval D. Holcomb, Sr., age 86, of Toledo, went home Monday, November 10, 2008 to be with his "little man" Fitzgerald, Orval Jr. and his loving wife, Louella. Orval lived with his grandson, Tony and granddaughter Laura for several years and they were by his side throughout his illness and at his bedside when he died. He was employed with...

Edna F. Gilbert, age 80, of Toledo, passed away Monday, November 10, 2008. She was born August 31, 1928 to Arthur and Dorothy Hill. In addition to her parents, Edna was preceded in death by her sons, Danny and Terry Dyer. She is survived by her husband, James Gilbert; son, Willard "Bill" Dyer' grandchildren, Billy; Jack; Troy; Jessica; Terry and...

Alfred C. "Al" Noller, Jr., age 78, of Lambertville, MI, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 20, 1930 to Alfred and Irma (Trotter) Noller, Sr. in Toledo. Al was a Machinery Sales Engineer for many years before retiring. He had been employed with Haughton Elevator, D...

Pearl Udena Piechan, age 87, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, November 8, 2008 at the Goerlich Center, Sylvania. She was born on September 13, 1921 to Evan and Lula (Hale) Anderson in Kentucky. Pearl was a homemaker throughout her life and she loved nothing more than the Lord. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Ronald L. LaBrecque, Jr."Skipper"Ronald L. LaBrecque, Jr., known as Skipper, left this world on Friday, November 7, 2008 at the age of 50. Born September 23, 1958 to Ronald and Patricia (Griffith) LaBrecque, Sr., he was the youngest of six children. After working in the Horse Racing Industry for many years and traveling to various states with his work, Ron...

Elizabeth A. "Betty" Varnes, age 69, of Toledo, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at the Darlington House. She was born on March 13, 1939 to Francis and Gloria (Mitchell) Hart in Watertown, New York. Betty was employed with Brock Greenhouse as a transplanter for over 30 years before retiring. She was an avid wrestling fan. Betty loved nothing more...

Jane Pile, age 76, of Toledo, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at Fairview Manor Nursing Center. She was born on December 2, 1931 to Arthur Reece and Frances P. (Carr) Houser in Toledo. At Jane's request there will be no visitation. A Memorial Service to Celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 1:00...