Obituaries
Obituaries for Cisco Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Nicholas Frederick Giesige
Jul 21, 2026
Nicholas Frederick Giesige, age 34, formerly of Celina and most recently of Charlotte, North Carolina, was born on October 7, 1991, and passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 12:35 p.m. at Atrium Health in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by his loving family.
Funeral arrangements are currently pending with Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Arrangements have been delayed as...
Marie Schroyer
Jul 21, 2026
Marie Schroyer, 89, of Celina, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Hearth & Home at Van Wert.
She was born on October 27, 1936, in Mercer County, Ohio, to the late Edward and Catherine (Wendel) Homan. On May 14, 1957, she married the love of her life, George Junior Schroyer, who preceded her...
Charlotte J Richey
Jul 19, 2026
Charlotte Joanne Richey, peacefully entered into the joy of her eternal home on July 19, 2026. She lived a life anchored in her love for Jesus Christ. She will be greatly missed, but her family takes great comfort in knowing she is now resting securely in the presence of her Saviour.
Charlotte was born at home in Butler Township, Mercer County,...
Judith Ann Brandon
Jul 19, 2026
Judith Ann Brandon of Maumee, Ohio, passed away July 19, 2026, at the home of her sister. Judy was born August 7, 1936 in Celina, Ohio, to William and Alberta Brandon and married Bob L. Smith August 22, 1987. He preceded her in death in May of 1992.
Judy graduated from Celina High School in 1954 and from Bowling Green State...
Debra P. Hampshire
Jul 18, 2026
Debra P. Hampshire, age 76, of Celina, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at The Gardens at Celina.
She was born on June 11, 1950, in Union City, Ohio, to the late Ollie and Marjorie (Bradburn) Roberts.
Deb is survived by her children, Lynda (Ty Whitaker) Eisenmann of Loveland, Ohio, Matthew (Toni) Hampshire of Inola,...
Douglas "Doug" Edward Cook
Jul 14, 2026
Douglas (Doug) Edward Cook, aged 74, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 6, 1952. He graduated from Celina High School in 1970 and retired from the Ohio Department of Transportation. On June 8, 1991, he was united in marriage to his loving wife, Alice Shiverdecker-Cook, with whom...
Estella Nusbaum
Jul 13, 2026
Estella Nusbaum, age 94, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
She was born on May 20, 1932, in Hancock County, Ohio, to the late R.T. Beck and Josephine (Wilkinson) Beck. On September 8, 1956, she married the love of her life, Francis Nusbaum, who survives in Celina. They shared nearly...
Patricia A. Miessen
Jul 9, 2026
Patricia A. Miessen, age 59, of Celina, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Mercer Health in Coldwater.
She was born on March 14, 1967, in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Don and Jean (Crow) Emrick. On May 18, 2010, she married Jeffery L. Miessen, who survives in Celina.
In addition to her husband, Patricia is survived by her children,...
Fredric J. "Rick" Hagen
Jul 8, 2026
Fredric J. “Rick” Hagen, age 73, of Celina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.
He was born on August 3, 1952, in Celina to the late John F. and Carol J. (Baumberger) Hagen. On October 12, 1974, he married the love of his life, Eunice E. (Allen) Hagen, who survives at their...
Nicolas Perez
Jul 6, 2026
Nicolas Perez, 74, of Celina, Ohio, passed away on July 6, 2026, at his home in Celina, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 29, 1952, in Pharr, Texas, to the late Nicholas S. and Virginia (Castillo) Perez.
Nick served his country in the United States Air Force from 1970 to 1974, including service during the Vietnam War....
Vera Irene Coon
Jul 5, 2026
Vera Irene Coon, 97, of Celina, passed away at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2026, with her family by her side at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, Ohio.
She was born on November 11, 1928, in Marion County, Ohio, to Clinton Ray and Varence Lucille (Oborn) Conklin. She married Thomas B. Coon, who preceded her in death...
Judith Piper
Jun 30, 2026
Judith Piper passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at St. Rita's Medical Center.
Judith was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who cherished every moment spent with those she loved. She found her greatest joy in being surrounded by family and friends, creating lasting memories through laughter, conversation, and time together. She was also known for her love of...
Alphie Sowders
Jun 26, 2026
Alphie Sowders, age 85, of Kings Mills, Ohio, formerly of Celina, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, June 26, 2026, at Hospice of Cincinnati Blue Ash Inpatient Care Center. She was born on November 20, 1940, in Clairfield, Tennessee, to the late Ancil and Minnie (King) Hamblin. On August 6, 1956, she married Hershel L. Sowders,...
James A. Gilley
Jun 21, 2026
James A. Gilley, age 78, of Rockford, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Divine Nursing and Rehab at Shane Hill in Rockford. He was born on October 12, 1947, in Hazard, Kentucky, to the late James A. and May (Burns) Gilley Sr.
Jim is survived by his two daughters, Theresa Gilley of Celina and Felicia (Andy) Bacon...
Valerie S. Leistner
Jun 21, 2026
Valerie S. (Brookhart) Leistner, age 71, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at The Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on November 10, 1954, in Celina, to the late Leon Brookhart and Marceita (Edmiston) Brookhart, who survives in Celina.
Valerie is survived by her daughters, Sara...
Lawrence Larkin
Jun 18, 2026
Lawrence Larkin, age 89, of Celina, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born on December 25, 1936, in St. Marys, to the late Martin M. and Daisy Belle (Raudabaugh) Larkin. On June 22, 2013, he married Jill A. (Shade) Larkin, who survives at their residence in Celina.
In...
Derl Burger
Jun 17, 2026
Derl Burger, age 92, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026. He was born on March 13, 1934, in Mercer County, Ohio, to the late Waldo and Neola (Clay) Burger. Derl was a graduate of Mendon High School.
He retired from New Idea in Coldwater, Ohio. After retirement, Derl continued doing what he loved by working alongside...
Meredith "Mert" Nottingham
Jun 10, 2026
Meredith "Mert" Nottingham, 82, of Celina, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2026.
Mert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and respected member of his community. He is survived by his children: Jeffery Nottingham, Columbus, Ohio; Amy Nottingham-Johnson (Eldon), Urbana, Ohio; Amanda Nottingham (Patrick Dial), Powell, Ohio; and Michelle Nottingham, Hilliard, Ohio. Mert is also survived by his grandchildren...
Diane Zenz
Jun 8, 2026
Diane Zenz, 70, of Wapakoneta, Ohio, passed away on June 8, 2026, at St. Rita's Medical Center following a sudden illness.
Born on February 23, 1956, Diane was the daughter of George and on Vivian (Tangeman) Zenz. She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepmother, Hazel Zenz; her sister, Linnie (Jane) Zenz & sister in law, Carolyn Zenz.
Diane is...
Jane E. Westgerdes
Jun 6, 2026
Jane Elizabeth (Schmitz) Westgerdes passed away on June 6, 2026, at 6:11 p.m. at her residence in Celina. She was born on May 10, 1957, to the late Arthur and Veronica (Garman) Schmitz.
Jane is survived by her siblings, Samuel Schmitz of Celina, Anthony (Rita) Schmitz of Celina, and Carolyn (Brad) Dickmann of Burlington, Wisconsin.
She is also survived by her sister-in-law,...
Nicholas Frederick Giesige
Jul 21, 2026
Nicholas Frederick Giesige, age 34, formerly of Celina and most recently of Charlotte, North Carolina, was born on October 7, 1991, and passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 12:35 p.m. at Atrium Health in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by his loving family.
Funeral arrangements are currently pending with Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. Arrangements have been delayed as...
Marie Schroyer
Jul 21, 2026
Marie Schroyer, 89, of Celina, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Hearth & Home at Van Wert.
She was born on October 27, 1936, in Mercer County, Ohio, to the late Edward and Catherine (Wendel) Homan. On May 14, 1957, she married the love of her life, George Junior Schroyer, who preceded her...
Charlotte J Richey
Jul 19, 2026
Charlotte Joanne Richey, peacefully entered into the joy of her eternal home on July 19, 2026. She lived a life anchored in her love for Jesus Christ. She will be greatly missed, but her family takes great comfort in knowing she is now resting securely in the presence of her Saviour.
Charlotte was born at home in Butler Township, Mercer County,...
Judith Ann Brandon
Jul 19, 2026
Judith Ann Brandon of Maumee, Ohio, passed away July 19, 2026, at the home of her sister. Judy was born August 7, 1936 in Celina, Ohio, to William and Alberta Brandon and married Bob L. Smith August 22, 1987. He preceded her in death in May of 1992.
Judy graduated from Celina High School in 1954 and from Bowling Green State...
Debra P. Hampshire
Jul 18, 2026
Debra P. Hampshire, age 76, of Celina, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at The Gardens at Celina.
She was born on June 11, 1950, in Union City, Ohio, to the late Ollie and Marjorie (Bradburn) Roberts.
Deb is survived by her children, Lynda (Ty Whitaker) Eisenmann of Loveland, Ohio, Matthew (Toni) Hampshire of Inola,...
Douglas "Doug" Edward Cook
Jul 14, 2026
Douglas (Doug) Edward Cook, aged 74, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 6, 1952. He graduated from Celina High School in 1970 and retired from the Ohio Department of Transportation. On June 8, 1991, he was united in marriage to his loving wife, Alice Shiverdecker-Cook, with whom...
Estella Nusbaum
Jul 13, 2026
Estella Nusbaum, age 94, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
She was born on May 20, 1932, in Hancock County, Ohio, to the late R.T. Beck and Josephine (Wilkinson) Beck. On September 8, 1956, she married the love of her life, Francis Nusbaum, who survives in Celina. They shared nearly...
Patricia A. Miessen
Jul 9, 2026
Patricia A. Miessen, age 59, of Celina, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Mercer Health in Coldwater.
She was born on March 14, 1967, in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Don and Jean (Crow) Emrick. On May 18, 2010, she married Jeffery L. Miessen, who survives in Celina.
In addition to her husband, Patricia is survived by her children,...
Fredric J. "Rick" Hagen
Jul 8, 2026
Fredric J. “Rick” Hagen, age 73, of Celina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.
He was born on August 3, 1952, in Celina to the late John F. and Carol J. (Baumberger) Hagen. On October 12, 1974, he married the love of his life, Eunice E. (Allen) Hagen, who survives at their...
Nicolas Perez
Jul 6, 2026
Nicolas Perez, 74, of Celina, Ohio, passed away on July 6, 2026, at his home in Celina, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 29, 1952, in Pharr, Texas, to the late Nicholas S. and Virginia (Castillo) Perez.
Nick served his country in the United States Air Force from 1970 to 1974, including service during the Vietnam War....
Vera Irene Coon
Jul 5, 2026
Vera Irene Coon, 97, of Celina, passed away at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2026, with her family by her side at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, Ohio.
She was born on November 11, 1928, in Marion County, Ohio, to Clinton Ray and Varence Lucille (Oborn) Conklin. She married Thomas B. Coon, who preceded her in death...
Judith Piper
Jun 30, 2026
Judith Piper passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at St. Rita's Medical Center.
Judith was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who cherished every moment spent with those she loved. She found her greatest joy in being surrounded by family and friends, creating lasting memories through laughter, conversation, and time together. She was also known for her love of...
Alphie Sowders
Jun 26, 2026
Alphie Sowders, age 85, of Kings Mills, Ohio, formerly of Celina, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, June 26, 2026, at Hospice of Cincinnati Blue Ash Inpatient Care Center. She was born on November 20, 1940, in Clairfield, Tennessee, to the late Ancil and Minnie (King) Hamblin. On August 6, 1956, she married Hershel L. Sowders,...
James A. Gilley
Jun 21, 2026
James A. Gilley, age 78, of Rockford, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Divine Nursing and Rehab at Shane Hill in Rockford. He was born on October 12, 1947, in Hazard, Kentucky, to the late James A. and May (Burns) Gilley Sr.
Jim is survived by his two daughters, Theresa Gilley of Celina and Felicia (Andy) Bacon...
Valerie S. Leistner
Jun 21, 2026
Valerie S. (Brookhart) Leistner, age 71, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at The Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on November 10, 1954, in Celina, to the late Leon Brookhart and Marceita (Edmiston) Brookhart, who survives in Celina.
Valerie is survived by her daughters, Sara...
Lawrence Larkin
Jun 18, 2026
Lawrence Larkin, age 89, of Celina, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born on December 25, 1936, in St. Marys, to the late Martin M. and Daisy Belle (Raudabaugh) Larkin. On June 22, 2013, he married Jill A. (Shade) Larkin, who survives at their residence in Celina.
In...
Derl Burger
Jun 17, 2026
Derl Burger, age 92, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026. He was born on March 13, 1934, in Mercer County, Ohio, to the late Waldo and Neola (Clay) Burger. Derl was a graduate of Mendon High School.
He retired from New Idea in Coldwater, Ohio. After retirement, Derl continued doing what he loved by working alongside...
Meredith "Mert" Nottingham
Jun 10, 2026
Meredith "Mert" Nottingham, 82, of Celina, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2026.
Mert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and respected member of his community. He is survived by his children: Jeffery Nottingham, Columbus, Ohio; Amy Nottingham-Johnson (Eldon), Urbana, Ohio; Amanda Nottingham (Patrick Dial), Powell, Ohio; and Michelle Nottingham, Hilliard, Ohio. Mert is also survived by his grandchildren...
Diane Zenz
Jun 8, 2026
Diane Zenz, 70, of Wapakoneta, Ohio, passed away on June 8, 2026, at St. Rita's Medical Center following a sudden illness.
Born on February 23, 1956, Diane was the daughter of George and on Vivian (Tangeman) Zenz. She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepmother, Hazel Zenz; her sister, Linnie (Jane) Zenz & sister in law, Carolyn Zenz.
Diane is...
Jane E. Westgerdes
Jun 6, 2026
Jane Elizabeth (Schmitz) Westgerdes passed away on June 6, 2026, at 6:11 p.m. at her residence in Celina. She was born on May 10, 1957, to the late Arthur and Veronica (Garman) Schmitz.
Jane is survived by her siblings, Samuel Schmitz of Celina, Anthony (Rita) Schmitz of Celina, and Carolyn (Brad) Dickmann of Burlington, Wisconsin.
She is also survived by her sister-in-law,...

