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Toni Lynn Brite worked for Sodexo

Toni Lynn Brite, age 68, of Ada, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family. 

Toni was born on October 28, 1956 in Lima, Ohio to the late Albert “Bud” and Mae Ann (Evans) Garver.  On June 12, 1976 Toni married Terry R. Brite and he preceded her in death on October 16, 2022.

Hamilton C. Combs served in the U.S. Air Force

Hamilton C. Combs, Jr., age 93, of Ada, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at the Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton. Hamilton was beloved by all who knew him and while his family will miss him, they take comfort in imagining the welcome he received in heaven. The youngest of nine siblings, Hamilton was born to the late Hamilton C. and Stella (Carty) Combs, Sr. in Salyersville, Kentucky on June 12, 1931. He always spoke fondly of his childhood in McGuffey, Ohio. He was a graduate of McGuffey High School.  

Hazel L. Rodabaugh worked for Mold-Tech Division of Standex

Hazel L. Rodabaugh, age 93, of Bluffton, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025 at Maple Crest, Bluffton.  

She was born on March 13, 1931 in rural Ada, Ohio to the late Wilber and Ethel (Kimble) Elwood. On October 12, 1995 Hazel married Dr. E. Roy Rodabaugh and he preceded her in death on May 26, 2006. 

Hazel retired from Mold-Tech Division of Standex where she worked as an accountant. She was a 1949 graduate of Dola High School. Hazel was a member of the Bluffton Presbyterian Church. She was a member and past president of the American Business Women’s Association. 

Tony Treglia worked for Superior Coach Sheller Globe

Tony Joseph Treglia, age 93, of Lima, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Vancrest of Ada, surrounded by his family.  

He was born on July 15, 1931 in Lima, Ohio to the late Filipo and Maria (Salterelli) Treglia.  On June 17, 1949 Tony married Carolyn M. Hefner, she preceded him in death on May 23, 2024. 

Tony retired from Superior Coach Sheller Globe of Lima and was a farmer. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church, LaFayette.  Tony was a former School Board member for the Allen East Schools.  

Richard J. “Rich” Reichelderfer served in the U.S. Army

Richard J. “Rich” Reichelderfer, age 57, of Lima, passed away at Lima Memorial Health System on Monday, January 27, 2025. 

He was born on June 3, 1967 in Lima, Ohio to Robert and Carolyn (Long) Reichelderfer of Lima. Rich married Gina K. Sanders and she survives in Lima.  

Also surviving are his three children: Rachel (Bailey Cotrell) Reichelderfer of Columbus, Felicia (Jeff) Thompson of Alger and Chad (Jenny) Plaugher of Hedgesville, WV; seven grandchildren: Ross, Dylan, Evan, Elizabeth, Adilynn, Cason and Lily; four great grandchildren: Piper, Braylynn, Beckham and Keenan; and two sisters: Vicki Kerr of Lima and Angie (Robert) Compton of Alger. 

Louise E. Van Horn was a caregiver

Louise E. Van Horn, age 80, of Delphos, passed away at her home on January 27, 2025. 

She was born on July 31, 1944 in Upper Sandusky to the late Lawrence and Dortha (Reynolds) Foreman. On November 15, 1980 Louise married Wynn I. Van Horn and he survives in Delphos. 

Also surviving is her granddaughter, Brooklyn Van Horn; three sisters: Ethel Young, Judy Stepp and Dotty Corbet-Beach; and brother-in-law, William F. Van Horn, Jr.

Louise was preceded in death by her son, William “Ira” Van Horn; and six siblings: Ira Foreman, Betty Robinson, Grace Neufarth, Lawrene Weatherholtz, Thelma Koontz and Gladys McNeal. 

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