David Lee Wilson, 74, passed away on May 16, 2026 at his residence. David was born on October 19, 1951, in Washington, Iowa to the late Lloyd and Marveline (Bence) Wilson. On February 8, 1973, he married Nancy (Scheeler) Wilson and she survives.
Carol J. Bell completed her earthly journey on May 13, 2026. She transitioned to her eternal heavenly home in the same way she approached everything, with dignity and grace.
Carol was loved by all who knew her. She made sure her family and friends always knew how deeply she cared for them. She lived each day guided by three clear priorities: family, faith, and fun.
Carol married Tom Bell on February 11, 1967, in Bluffton, Ohio. In 1969, they moved to Columbus, Ohio, and eventually settled in Westerville, where they built a beautiful life together.
Sara M. Beery, 96, passed away May 12, 2026, at the Mennonite Memorial Home.
Sara was born August 23, 1929, in Bluffton, to Millard and Sophia (Eisenbach) Oberly, who preceded her in death. She was previously married to Howard Eldon Beery and they had four children together.
She was a 1947 graduate of Bluffton High School and attended Ebenezer Mennonite Church. She worked for the Triplett Corporation and Richland Manor. She was a member of the Bluffton Senior Center. She loved to knit, sew and bake. She especially loved spending time in her garden.
Sharon K. Rettig, 83, passed away April 29, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.
Sharon was born on October 25, 1942, in Bluffton, to Russell and Lamoile "Molly" (Salsbury) Amstutz who preceded her in death. On August 4, 1961, she married Norman Rettig, who preceded her in death on July 5, 2006.
Mary Ellen Nesler, 97, passed away April 24, 2026, at The Manor at Greendale in Findlay.
Mary Ellen was born October 4, 1928, in Hancock County, to Edward and Lola (Elsea) Boehm who preceded her in death. On August 14, 1949, she married Raymond Nesler who preceded her in death on July 20, 2013.
Carole A. Stechschulte, 83, passed away April 24, 2026, at 12:45 am, Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center. Carole was born on November 2, 1942, in Bluffton to the late William and Katherine (Steegman) Parkins. In March of 1999, she married Thomas Stechschulte, who preceded her in death on May 18, 2025.
