Obituaries
Obituaries for Cisco Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Michael "Mike" D. Daugherty
Jan 5, 2025
Michael “Mike” D. Daugherty, age 71, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away on January 5, 2025, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 3, 1953, in Celina, Ohio, to Robert “Bob” and Marjorie (Elsass) Daugherty. On August 3, 1973, he married the love of his life, Rita (Yahl)...
Cheryl Krauss
Jan 2, 2025
Cheryl A. Krauss, age 79, of St. Marys, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, at Vancrest of St. Marys. She was born on March 28, 1945, in Willard, Ohio, to the late Edwin “Ed” and Mildred (Gottschalk) Springer. On November 2, 1963, Cheryl married the love of her life, Kenneth A. Krauss, who preceded her in death on January...
Marcella M. Lange
Dec 31, 2024
Marcella M. “Sally” Lange, age 104, of Celina, passed away peacefully at Gardens of St. Henry on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. She was born on October 17, 1920, in St. Rose, Ohio, to the late John and Mary (Uhlenhake) Leugers. On January 28, 1956, Sally married the love of her life, Elmer Lange, who preceded her in death on January...
Larry L. Hill
Dec 29, 2024
Larry L. Hill, age 73, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, at Grande Lake Health Care Center in St. Marys. He was born on September 11, 1951, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Larry Hill and Effie Cora (Jones) Wood. On April 3, 2014, he married Linda (Hecker) Hill in Sidney, Ohio, who survives him...
Phyllis E. Schenck
Dec 24, 2024
Phyllis E. Schenck, age 95, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, at Otterbein St. Marys Senior Life Community. She was born on August 11, 1929, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Roger and Glenna (O’Brien) Richards. On November 27, 1947, she married the love of her life, Wesley Gene Schenck, who preceded her in death...
Rose E. Lawrence
Dec 23, 2024
Rose E. Lawrence, 79, of Celina, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, December 23, 2024.
Born on November 11, 1945, in Celina, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Mable (Piper) Beougher. On July 4, 1978, Rose married Cloyd “Clyde” Lawrence Jr., who preceded her in death on March 26, 2017.
She is...
Sharon M. Kohler
Dec 19, 2024
Sharon M. Kohler, age 83, of Celina, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, December 19, 2024. She was born on May 8, 1941, in Wapakoneta, Ohio, to the late Leonard N. and Miriam (Elliott) Kohler.
Sharon was a beloved sister, aunt, great aunt, and friend. She is survived by her sister, Alice M. Rauh of St. Anthony; nieces and...
Destinee N. Esposito
Dec 16, 2024
Destinee N. Esposito, age 21, of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 16, 2024, at Van Wert Hospital. She was born on June 17, 2003, in Decatur, Indiana, to Dennis Esposito and Alisha (Wills) Etgen.
Destinee is survived by her father, Dennis Esposito of Delaware, Ohio; her mother and stepfather, Alisha (Aaron) Etgen of Mendon, Ohio; two sisters,...
Donna J. Jones
Dec 14, 2024
Donna J. Jones, age 72, of Celina, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 14, 2024, at Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. She was born on November 16, 1952, in Lima to the late Donald M. and Ruth Ann (Emans) Rickard.
Donna is survived by her life partner of 36 years, Bryan Hirshfeld, of Celina;...
Tyrone C. Shaner
Dec 13, 2024
Tyrone C. Shaner, age 80, of Celina, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024, at Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. He was born on February 22, 1944, in Celina to the late Clay and Vera (Lusk) Shaner. On May 25, 1991, he married Carol M. (Elsehowe) Shaner, who preceded him in death on October 16, 2023.
Tyrone...
Lori R. Huffman
Dec 12, 2024
Lori R. Huffman, age 54, of Mendon, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, December 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born on December 2, 1970, in Celina, Ohio, to Bennett and Patricia (Heitkamp) Schmidt.
Lori is survived by her beloved mother, Patricia Schmidt of Mt. Vernon, Ohio; her...
Tara A. Kimmel
Dec 5, 2024
Tara A. Kimmel, age 52, formerly of Celina and most recently of Tiffin, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo. Born on August 31, 1972, in Celina, she was the cherished daughter of Tom and Kathy (Eichenauer) Kimmel, who survive her in Celina.
Tara leaves behind a loving family, including her parents; her...
Marilyn J. LaRue
Dec 3, 2024
Marilyn J. LaRue, age 73, of Morristown, IN, passed away at her step-daughters home in Salem, NJ on December 3, 2024 at 10:20 a.m. She was born July 27, 1951 in Mercer County city of Celina, OH to the late Vaughn and Florence (West) LaRue. She married Robert K. Babcock on February 20, 1979. She later married Donna Wolfe, now...
Simon G. Rodriguez, Jr.
Nov 24, 2024
Simon G. Rodriguez, Jr., age 78, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Born on December 26, 1945, in Brownsville, Texas, Simon was the beloved son of the late Simon V. and Angelita Helen (Garcia) Rodriguez.
Simon is survived by his cherished children: Mercy Elam of Celina, Natasha Rodriguez of Van Wert, Neal Rodriguez...
Ralph W. Beckstedt
Nov 18, 2024
Ralph W. Beckstedt, age 99, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024, at the Miller House in Celina, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 29, 1925, in Mercer County, Ralph was the son of the late Charles and Regina (Fleck) Beckstedt.
On October 29, 1949, Ralph married the love of his life, Marjorie L. (Klopfleisch) Beckstedt....
Scott E. Dicke
Nov 15, 2024
Scott E. Dicke, 50, of Mendon, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, November 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 6, 1974, in St. Marys, Ohio, he was the cherished son of the late Stanley and Janell (Suhr) Dicke.
On August 17, 1996, Scott married the love of his life, April R. (Hartman) Dicke, who survives...
Judith Ann Sutter
Nov 15, 2024
Judith “Judy” Ann Sutter, 79, of Willshire, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 4:00 AM, surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was born on January 4, 1945, in Mercer County, Ohio, to the late Robert and Louis (Vinning) Mariner. On May 28, 1966, she married Leroy “Lee” Sutter, who survives her. Together, they shared...
Ronald L. Hammons
Nov 13, 2024
Ronald “Ron” L. Hammons, age 79, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 28, 1944, in San Antonio, Texas, Ron was the beloved son of the late Charles and Betty (Meyers) Hammons. He is survived by his devoted children, Ronald (Donna) Hammons, Jr. and Rhonda Hammons, both...
Dale Miller
Nov 10, 2024
Dale Miller, 98, of Celina, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 11:13 AM at Celina Manor. He was born on August 28, 1926, in Celina, to the late Clayton and Gladys (Lawrence) Miller. On August 17, 1946, he married Mary L. (Hirst) Miller, who preceded him in death on February 12, 2008.
Dale is survived by his children:...
Rufino Jack Phillip
Nov 8, 2024
Rufino Jack Phillip June 25, 1973 – November 8, 2024 Celina, Ohio
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rufino Jack Phillip, age 51, of Celina, Ohio, who peacefully passed away at Mercer Health Community Hospital in Coldwater on November 8, 2024. Jack was born on June 25, 1973, in the Marshall Islands to the late Ataji...
Michael "Mike" D. Daugherty
Jan 5, 2025
Michael “Mike” D. Daugherty, age 71, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away on January 5, 2025, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 3, 1953, in Celina, Ohio, to Robert “Bob” and Marjorie (Elsass) Daugherty. On August 3, 1973, he married the love of his life, Rita (Yahl)...
Cheryl Krauss
Jan 2, 2025
Cheryl A. Krauss, age 79, of St. Marys, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, at Vancrest of St. Marys. She was born on March 28, 1945, in Willard, Ohio, to the late Edwin “Ed” and Mildred (Gottschalk) Springer. On November 2, 1963, Cheryl married the love of her life, Kenneth A. Krauss, who preceded her in death on January...
Marcella M. Lange
Dec 31, 2024
Marcella M. “Sally” Lange, age 104, of Celina, passed away peacefully at Gardens of St. Henry on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. She was born on October 17, 1920, in St. Rose, Ohio, to the late John and Mary (Uhlenhake) Leugers. On January 28, 1956, Sally married the love of her life, Elmer Lange, who preceded her in death on January...
Larry L. Hill
Dec 29, 2024
Larry L. Hill, age 73, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, at Grande Lake Health Care Center in St. Marys. He was born on September 11, 1951, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Larry Hill and Effie Cora (Jones) Wood. On April 3, 2014, he married Linda (Hecker) Hill in Sidney, Ohio, who survives him...
Phyllis E. Schenck
Dec 24, 2024
Phyllis E. Schenck, age 95, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, at Otterbein St. Marys Senior Life Community. She was born on August 11, 1929, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Roger and Glenna (O’Brien) Richards. On November 27, 1947, she married the love of her life, Wesley Gene Schenck, who preceded her in death...
Rose E. Lawrence
Dec 23, 2024
Rose E. Lawrence, 79, of Celina, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, December 23, 2024.
Born on November 11, 1945, in Celina, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Mable (Piper) Beougher. On July 4, 1978, Rose married Cloyd “Clyde” Lawrence Jr., who preceded her in death on March 26, 2017.
She is...
Sharon M. Kohler
Dec 19, 2024
Sharon M. Kohler, age 83, of Celina, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, December 19, 2024. She was born on May 8, 1941, in Wapakoneta, Ohio, to the late Leonard N. and Miriam (Elliott) Kohler.
Sharon was a beloved sister, aunt, great aunt, and friend. She is survived by her sister, Alice M. Rauh of St. Anthony; nieces and...
Destinee N. Esposito
Dec 16, 2024
Destinee N. Esposito, age 21, of Van Wert, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 16, 2024, at Van Wert Hospital. She was born on June 17, 2003, in Decatur, Indiana, to Dennis Esposito and Alisha (Wills) Etgen.
Destinee is survived by her father, Dennis Esposito of Delaware, Ohio; her mother and stepfather, Alisha (Aaron) Etgen of Mendon, Ohio; two sisters,...
Donna J. Jones
Dec 14, 2024
Donna J. Jones, age 72, of Celina, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 14, 2024, at Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. She was born on November 16, 1952, in Lima to the late Donald M. and Ruth Ann (Emans) Rickard.
Donna is survived by her life partner of 36 years, Bryan Hirshfeld, of Celina;...
Tyrone C. Shaner
Dec 13, 2024
Tyrone C. Shaner, age 80, of Celina, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024, at Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. He was born on February 22, 1944, in Celina to the late Clay and Vera (Lusk) Shaner. On May 25, 1991, he married Carol M. (Elsehowe) Shaner, who preceded him in death on October 16, 2023.
Tyrone...
Lori R. Huffman
Dec 12, 2024
Lori R. Huffman, age 54, of Mendon, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, December 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born on December 2, 1970, in Celina, Ohio, to Bennett and Patricia (Heitkamp) Schmidt.
Lori is survived by her beloved mother, Patricia Schmidt of Mt. Vernon, Ohio; her...
Tara A. Kimmel
Dec 5, 2024
Tara A. Kimmel, age 52, formerly of Celina and most recently of Tiffin, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo. Born on August 31, 1972, in Celina, she was the cherished daughter of Tom and Kathy (Eichenauer) Kimmel, who survive her in Celina.
Tara leaves behind a loving family, including her parents; her...
Marilyn J. LaRue
Dec 3, 2024
Marilyn J. LaRue, age 73, of Morristown, IN, passed away at her step-daughters home in Salem, NJ on December 3, 2024 at 10:20 a.m. She was born July 27, 1951 in Mercer County city of Celina, OH to the late Vaughn and Florence (West) LaRue. She married Robert K. Babcock on February 20, 1979. She later married Donna Wolfe, now...
Simon G. Rodriguez, Jr.
Nov 24, 2024
Simon G. Rodriguez, Jr., age 78, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Born on December 26, 1945, in Brownsville, Texas, Simon was the beloved son of the late Simon V. and Angelita Helen (Garcia) Rodriguez.
Simon is survived by his cherished children: Mercy Elam of Celina, Natasha Rodriguez of Van Wert, Neal Rodriguez...
Ralph W. Beckstedt
Nov 18, 2024
Ralph W. Beckstedt, age 99, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024, at the Miller House in Celina, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 29, 1925, in Mercer County, Ralph was the son of the late Charles and Regina (Fleck) Beckstedt.
On October 29, 1949, Ralph married the love of his life, Marjorie L. (Klopfleisch) Beckstedt....
Scott E. Dicke
Nov 15, 2024
Scott E. Dicke, 50, of Mendon, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, November 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 6, 1974, in St. Marys, Ohio, he was the cherished son of the late Stanley and Janell (Suhr) Dicke.
On August 17, 1996, Scott married the love of his life, April R. (Hartman) Dicke, who survives...
Judith Ann Sutter
Nov 15, 2024
Judith “Judy” Ann Sutter, 79, of Willshire, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 4:00 AM, surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was born on January 4, 1945, in Mercer County, Ohio, to the late Robert and Louis (Vinning) Mariner. On May 28, 1966, she married Leroy “Lee” Sutter, who survives her. Together, they shared...
Ronald L. Hammons
Nov 13, 2024
Ronald “Ron” L. Hammons, age 79, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 28, 1944, in San Antonio, Texas, Ron was the beloved son of the late Charles and Betty (Meyers) Hammons. He is survived by his devoted children, Ronald (Donna) Hammons, Jr. and Rhonda Hammons, both...
Dale Miller
Nov 10, 2024
Dale Miller, 98, of Celina, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 11:13 AM at Celina Manor. He was born on August 28, 1926, in Celina, to the late Clayton and Gladys (Lawrence) Miller. On August 17, 1946, he married Mary L. (Hirst) Miller, who preceded him in death on February 12, 2008.
Dale is survived by his children:...
Rufino Jack Phillip
Nov 8, 2024
Rufino Jack Phillip June 25, 1973 – November 8, 2024 Celina, Ohio
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rufino Jack Phillip, age 51, of Celina, Ohio, who peacefully passed away at Mercer Health Community Hospital in Coldwater on November 8, 2024. Jack was born on June 25, 1973, in the Marshall Islands to the late Ataji...