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Robert David Armstrong funeral arrangements

Robert David Armstrong, 80, passed away June 4, 2022 at his residence. Dave was born April 16, 1942 in Lima to the late Robert and Mary (Cunningham) Armstrong. On February 1, 1963 he married Margaret Houchins Armstrong who preceded him in death on May 27, 2010. 

Dave was a graduate of Indian Lake High School and retired from Lima Ford Engine Plant.  He was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church, Lima.  Dave enjoyed working on cars, boating, photography and spending time with his grandchildren. 

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Funeral arrangements for Nancy C. Hochstettler

Nancy C. Hochstettler was welcomed into heaven by her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 20, 2022. Nancy was born on March 30, 1941, in Battle Creek, Michigan to the late Carl Weers and Audrey (Sanders) Wendt. Nancy graduated from Grossmont High School in California and after returning to Michigan attended Delta College for a business degree.

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William Marsh “Bill” Wheeler served in the U.S. Navy

William Marsh “Bill” Wheeler, 82, passed away at Putnam Heritage Assisted Living at Ottawa, Ohio, on May 26.

He was born on June 11, 1939, and was adopted by the late W. L. Wheeler and Margaret Marsh (Wheeler) Symons. In 2008, Bill was blessed through a genealogist to connect with his biological mother, the late Julia Canfield. He was married to Delores Henson on December 20, 1982, and she preceded him in death October 30, 2016.

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Jerry Lynn Bassett worked for Elevator Services

Jerry Lynn Bassett, 59, passed away May 18, 2022, at his residence. Jerry was born October 27, 1962 in Lima to the late Robert and Ruth (Thomas) Bassett.  

Jerry graduated from Bath High School and worked at Elevator Services in Beaverdam. He was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns fan.  Jerry was a jack-of-all trades especially when he was working with metal. He was known for his stubbornness, his willingness to help anyone and his "Jerry-isms."  Most of all, Jerry loved spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. 

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Marvin M. Millay worked for LensCrafters

Marvin M. Millay, 80, formerly of Independence, KY, passed away May 15, 2022, at 2:25 a.m., under hospice care. 

Marvin was born July 27, 1941 in Cincinnati, OH, to the late Chester and Virginia (Caine) Millay Sr.. On January 30, 1981 he married Lynnita (Swank) Millay who preceded him in death on May 14, 2015. 

Marvin was a graduate of Holy Cross High School in Covington, KY. He started his career working for American Optical in Cincinnati, Ohio; from there he became one of the first employees of LensCrafters, working his way up to Lab Director.

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Bernard W. Baumgartner worked for Ford Motor Company

UPDATED May 16, 2022.

Bernard W. Baumgartner, 92, passed away peacefully in Dayton, Ohio on May 12, 2022.  He was born on July 15, 1929 in Bluffton, Ohio to the late Reno and Viola (Geiger) Baumgartner.  On February 14, 1949 he married Betty J. Busick who preceded him in death. 

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