Obituaries
Obituaries for Cisco Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Christopher R. Brown
Jul 31, 2025
                                Christopher “Chris” R. Brown, age 41, of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly in a tragic accident on Thursday, July 31, 2025, in St. Marys. He was born on November 11, 1983, in Kansas City, Missouri.
He is survived by his father, Rev. Allan P. (Judith) Brown of St. Marys; his mother, Karen (Hinschlager) Brown of Mendon; and his siblings: Daniel E....
                                
Barbara Sharp Reynierson
Jul 27, 2025
                                Barbara Sharp Reynierson, age 102, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Vancrest of St. Marys.
She was born on May 26, 1923, in Los Angeles, California, to the late Benjamin and Genevieve (Kauffman) Sharp. On December 27, 1949, she married the love of her life, James H. Reynierson, Jr., who...
                                
Dan T Bruns
Jul 26, 2025
                                Dan T. Bruns, age 71, of Celina, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, July 26, 2025, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
He was born on October 19, 1953, in St. Marys, Ohio, to the late William Bruns and Rosemary (Youngs) Bruns. A 1971 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School, Dan was self-employed throughout his life,...
                                
James W. Evans
Jul 22, 2025
                                James “Jamie” W. Evans, age 54, of Celina, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
He was born on June 24, 1971, in St. Marys, Ohio, to the late Warner Evans and Louann (Reed) Hough.
Jamie is survived by his children, Chelsea Westgerdes of Celina and Josh Evans of Cridersville; three beloved grandchildren, Lexi Toler, Bentley Westgerdes, and Lorenzo Gonzalez;...
                                
Lana Rose Grier
Jul 22, 2025
                                Lana Rose Grier, age 78, of Mendon, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on July 22, 2025, at Mercer Health in Coldwater.
She was born on February 1, 1947, in Willshire, Ohio, to the late Hilton and Rose Mary (Huffman) Miller. On November 29, 1969, she married the love of her life, Jim Grier, Sr., who survives at their...
                                
Katerine Stephany Spencer
Jul 19, 2025
Katerine Stephany Spencer, 25, died unexpectedly in her sleep on the morning of July 19th. She is survived by her parents, Michael & Barbara Spencer, of Newark, Ohio, and by her siblings Aubrie (Seth) Drayer, Marisa (David) Gross, Summer Spencer, Ian (Breanna) Spencer, and by her 10 nieces and nephews. Katerine was born on January 21st, 2000, in Guatemala City,...
Yvonne R. Jackson
Jul 14, 2025
                                Yvonne R. Jackson, age 67, of Celina, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, July 14, 2025. She was born on November 25, 1957, in Celina, the beloved daughter of the late John and Jennie (Chapman) Green.
On June 14, 1975, Yvonne married the love of her life, James Jackson, who preceded her in death on July 11, 2021. Together...
                                
Margorie Durkee
Jul 8, 2025
                                Margorie I. Durkee, age 83, of St. Marys, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on July 8, 2025, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.
She was born on November 25, 1941, on the family farm in Neptune, Ohio, to the late Vernon and Grace (Warfield) Schmidt, Sr. On September 11, 1971, she married the love of her life,...
                                
Elanie Kay Robbins
Jul 7, 2025
                                Elanie Kay Robbins, age 72, of Celina, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025, at Celina Manor. She was born on October 11, 1952, in Coldwater to Lloyd and Delores (Stammen) Robbins.
Elanie is survived by her loving mother, Delores Robbins of Celina; her brother, David (Kim) Robbins of Celina; two nieces; one nephew; four great-nieces; and two great-nephews. She...
                                
Deborah Darlene Beams
Jul 1, 2025
With deep sorrow and heartfelt love, we announce the passing of Deborah Darlene Beams, who departed this life peacefully on July 1, 2025, at the age of 77. She was born in Celina, Ohio, on June 7, 1948, to her late parents, Luke and Norma Jean (Guyer) Smalley. Debbie lived a life defined by grace, compassion, strength, and a deep...
James P. Endicott
Jun 30, 2025
                                James P. “Phil” Endicott, 73, of Celina, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at Ohio Hospice of Miami County in Troy. Born on June 3, 1952, in Celina, he was the son of the late James C. and Nina M. (Martin) Endicott.
Phil is survived by his siblings: Linda Endicott, Celina, Roxie Rasberry, Celina; Roger (Karla) Endicott, Celina; Ray (Marge)...
                                
Thomas L. Pruitt
Jun 29, 2025
Thomas L. “Tom” Pruitt, age 80, of Celina, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025, at Tranquility of Rockford, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 8, 1945, in Centerville, Indiana, to the late Winford and Helen Maxine (Davis) Pruitt. On November 3, 1970, he married the love of his life, Gloria J. (Exline) Pruitt, and she survives...
Leonardo Castorena-Neels
Jun 26, 2025
                                In Loving Memory of Leonardo Castorena-Neels April 15, 2025 – June 26, 2025
Leonardo Castorena-Neels, just 2 months and 11 days old, of Xenia, Ohio, passed peacefully in the arms of his family on June 26, 2025, at Greene Memorial Hospital in Xenia.
Born on April 15, 2025, in Beavercreek, Ohio, Leo was a precious son to Samuel R. Castorena of New...
                                
Charlotte Brandon
Jun 26, 2025
                                Charlotte “Charlie” Brandon, age 75, of Celina, Ohio, took her final flight into the arms of her Savior on June 26, 2025. She passed away peacefully at home from natural causes, surrounded by love.
Charlie was born on October 1, 1949, at Ft. George G. Meade, Maryland, shortly after her mother’s voyage from Italy to the United States. (She often joked...
                                
Mary Anderson
Jun 25, 2025
                                Mary Anderson, age 89, of rural Celina, passed away peacefully at her home on June 25, 2025.
She was born on October 7, 1935, in St. Paris, Ohio, to the late Clifford and Faye (Blackford) Shaffner. On February 9, 1951, she married the love of her life, E. Andy Anderson, who preceded her in death on December 24, 2022.
Mary is survived...
                                
Roger W. Evers
Jun 24, 2025
                                Roger W. Evers, age 69, of rural Celina, passed away unexpectedly at his home on June 24, 2025.
He was born on February 1, 1956, in Celina, to the late Gregor and Marian (Schmitmeyer) Evers. Roger was a 1974 graduate of St. Henry High School and dedicated his life to farming, specializing in grain and hog production. He was a proud...
                                
LaDonna Ruth Preston
Jun 24, 2025
                                LaDonna Ruth Preston, age 95, of Mendon, Ohio, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 24, 2025, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys.
She was born on September 7, 1929, in Van Wert County to the late Gale W. and Edith M. (Biederman) Baer. On August 6, 1950, LaDonna married the love of her...
                                
Carolann Thees
Jun 23, 2025
                                Carolann “Carol” Kincaid Thees passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on June 23, 2025 in St. Marys OH.
She was born in Celina, OH on June 7, 1946, and was the eldest daughter of Lee Clyde and Elizabeth Kincaid.
Carol excelled academically and went on to earn a teaching degree from Wright State University. Prior to starting her teaching career,...
                                
Dennis L. Dysert
Jun 19, 2025
                                Dennis L. Dysert, age 75, of Celina, Ohio, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
He was born on November 9, 1949, in Celina to the late Devaun “Dick” and Phyllis “Jane” (Murr) Dysert. On September 15, 1973, he married the love of his life, Lynne Ann (Seger) Dysert, who survives at their residence in Celina.
Denny was a...
                                
James “Jim” Wendell Gibson
Jun 17, 2025
                                James Wendell “Jim” Gibson October 14, 1940 – June 17, 2025
James Wendell Gibson passed away at home on June 17, 2025, at the age of 84. Jim was a man whose hands built more than just brick buildings—they built a legacy of craftsmanship, family, and faith.
Jim was born on October 14, 1940, and from a young age, he learned the...
                                
Christopher R. Brown
Jul 31, 2025
                                Christopher “Chris” R. Brown, age 41, of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly in a tragic accident on Thursday, July 31, 2025, in St. Marys. He was born on November 11, 1983, in Kansas City, Missouri.
He is survived by his father, Rev. Allan P. (Judith) Brown of St. Marys; his mother, Karen (Hinschlager) Brown of Mendon; and his siblings: Daniel E....
                                
Barbara Sharp Reynierson
Jul 27, 2025
                                Barbara Sharp Reynierson, age 102, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Vancrest of St. Marys.
She was born on May 26, 1923, in Los Angeles, California, to the late Benjamin and Genevieve (Kauffman) Sharp. On December 27, 1949, she married the love of her life, James H. Reynierson, Jr., who...
                                
Dan T Bruns
Jul 26, 2025
                                Dan T. Bruns, age 71, of Celina, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, July 26, 2025, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
He was born on October 19, 1953, in St. Marys, Ohio, to the late William Bruns and Rosemary (Youngs) Bruns. A 1971 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School, Dan was self-employed throughout his life,...
                                
James W. Evans
Jul 22, 2025
                                James “Jamie” W. Evans, age 54, of Celina, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
He was born on June 24, 1971, in St. Marys, Ohio, to the late Warner Evans and Louann (Reed) Hough.
Jamie is survived by his children, Chelsea Westgerdes of Celina and Josh Evans of Cridersville; three beloved grandchildren, Lexi Toler, Bentley Westgerdes, and Lorenzo Gonzalez;...
                                
Lana Rose Grier
Jul 22, 2025
                                Lana Rose Grier, age 78, of Mendon, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on July 22, 2025, at Mercer Health in Coldwater.
She was born on February 1, 1947, in Willshire, Ohio, to the late Hilton and Rose Mary (Huffman) Miller. On November 29, 1969, she married the love of her life, Jim Grier, Sr., who survives at their...
                                
Katerine Stephany Spencer
Jul 19, 2025
Katerine Stephany Spencer, 25, died unexpectedly in her sleep on the morning of July 19th. She is survived by her parents, Michael & Barbara Spencer, of Newark, Ohio, and by her siblings Aubrie (Seth) Drayer, Marisa (David) Gross, Summer Spencer, Ian (Breanna) Spencer, and by her 10 nieces and nephews. Katerine was born on January 21st, 2000, in Guatemala City,...
Yvonne R. Jackson
Jul 14, 2025
                                Yvonne R. Jackson, age 67, of Celina, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, July 14, 2025. She was born on November 25, 1957, in Celina, the beloved daughter of the late John and Jennie (Chapman) Green.
On June 14, 1975, Yvonne married the love of her life, James Jackson, who preceded her in death on July 11, 2021. Together...
                                
Margorie Durkee
Jul 8, 2025
                                Margorie I. Durkee, age 83, of St. Marys, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on July 8, 2025, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.
She was born on November 25, 1941, on the family farm in Neptune, Ohio, to the late Vernon and Grace (Warfield) Schmidt, Sr. On September 11, 1971, she married the love of her life,...
                                
Elanie Kay Robbins
Jul 7, 2025
                                Elanie Kay Robbins, age 72, of Celina, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025, at Celina Manor. She was born on October 11, 1952, in Coldwater to Lloyd and Delores (Stammen) Robbins.
Elanie is survived by her loving mother, Delores Robbins of Celina; her brother, David (Kim) Robbins of Celina; two nieces; one nephew; four great-nieces; and two great-nephews. She...
                                
Deborah Darlene Beams
Jul 1, 2025
With deep sorrow and heartfelt love, we announce the passing of Deborah Darlene Beams, who departed this life peacefully on July 1, 2025, at the age of 77. She was born in Celina, Ohio, on June 7, 1948, to her late parents, Luke and Norma Jean (Guyer) Smalley. Debbie lived a life defined by grace, compassion, strength, and a deep...
James P. Endicott
Jun 30, 2025
                                James P. “Phil” Endicott, 73, of Celina, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at Ohio Hospice of Miami County in Troy. Born on June 3, 1952, in Celina, he was the son of the late James C. and Nina M. (Martin) Endicott.
Phil is survived by his siblings: Linda Endicott, Celina, Roxie Rasberry, Celina; Roger (Karla) Endicott, Celina; Ray (Marge)...
                                
Thomas L. Pruitt
Jun 29, 2025
Thomas L. “Tom” Pruitt, age 80, of Celina, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025, at Tranquility of Rockford, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 8, 1945, in Centerville, Indiana, to the late Winford and Helen Maxine (Davis) Pruitt. On November 3, 1970, he married the love of his life, Gloria J. (Exline) Pruitt, and she survives...
Leonardo Castorena-Neels
Jun 26, 2025
                                In Loving Memory of Leonardo Castorena-Neels April 15, 2025 – June 26, 2025
Leonardo Castorena-Neels, just 2 months and 11 days old, of Xenia, Ohio, passed peacefully in the arms of his family on June 26, 2025, at Greene Memorial Hospital in Xenia.
Born on April 15, 2025, in Beavercreek, Ohio, Leo was a precious son to Samuel R. Castorena of New...
                                
Charlotte Brandon
Jun 26, 2025
                                Charlotte “Charlie” Brandon, age 75, of Celina, Ohio, took her final flight into the arms of her Savior on June 26, 2025. She passed away peacefully at home from natural causes, surrounded by love.
Charlie was born on October 1, 1949, at Ft. George G. Meade, Maryland, shortly after her mother’s voyage from Italy to the United States. (She often joked...
                                
Mary Anderson
Jun 25, 2025
                                Mary Anderson, age 89, of rural Celina, passed away peacefully at her home on June 25, 2025.
She was born on October 7, 1935, in St. Paris, Ohio, to the late Clifford and Faye (Blackford) Shaffner. On February 9, 1951, she married the love of her life, E. Andy Anderson, who preceded her in death on December 24, 2022.
Mary is survived...
                                
Roger W. Evers
Jun 24, 2025
                                Roger W. Evers, age 69, of rural Celina, passed away unexpectedly at his home on June 24, 2025.
He was born on February 1, 1956, in Celina, to the late Gregor and Marian (Schmitmeyer) Evers. Roger was a 1974 graduate of St. Henry High School and dedicated his life to farming, specializing in grain and hog production. He was a proud...
                                
LaDonna Ruth Preston
Jun 24, 2025
                                LaDonna Ruth Preston, age 95, of Mendon, Ohio, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 24, 2025, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys.
She was born on September 7, 1929, in Van Wert County to the late Gale W. and Edith M. (Biederman) Baer. On August 6, 1950, LaDonna married the love of her...
                                
Carolann Thees
Jun 23, 2025
                                Carolann “Carol” Kincaid Thees passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on June 23, 2025 in St. Marys OH.
She was born in Celina, OH on June 7, 1946, and was the eldest daughter of Lee Clyde and Elizabeth Kincaid.
Carol excelled academically and went on to earn a teaching degree from Wright State University. Prior to starting her teaching career,...
                                
Dennis L. Dysert
Jun 19, 2025
                                Dennis L. Dysert, age 75, of Celina, Ohio, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
He was born on November 9, 1949, in Celina to the late Devaun “Dick” and Phyllis “Jane” (Murr) Dysert. On September 15, 1973, he married the love of his life, Lynne Ann (Seger) Dysert, who survives at their residence in Celina.
Denny was a...
                                
James “Jim” Wendell Gibson
Jun 17, 2025
                                James Wendell “Jim” Gibson October 14, 1940 – June 17, 2025
James Wendell Gibson passed away at home on June 17, 2025, at the age of 84. Jim was a man whose hands built more than just brick buildings—they built a legacy of craftsmanship, family, and faith.
Jim was born on October 14, 1940, and from a young age, he learned the...
                                

