Carl David Stemen, 60, of Van Wert, died at 6:15 a.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at his residence. He was born April 9, 1951, in Van Wert, the son of the late Harold Doyle Stemen and Martha (Easterling) Garretson. Survivors include two daughters, Tammy Clarkson and Lisa (Scott) Schnipke, both of Delphos; three sons, Randy […]
POSTED: 03/06/12 at 10:20 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
POSTED: 03/06/12 at 9:47 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert independent/CHP information Contestants from throughout the region will get the chance to show off their entertainment prowess and compete for prize money in the fifth annual “Ohio Has Talent!” show on March 31, starting at 7 p.m., at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio in Van Wert. The benefit show for […]
POSTED: 03/06/12 at 5:44 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/Van Wert independent editor Today’s Ohio Primary Election will offer plenty of choice — to Republicans, that is. Registered members of the Grand Old Party will select one of four Presidential candidates, two of six candidates for Van Wert County commissioner and some state and Congress choices as well. The big county race — […]
POSTED: 03/06/12 at 5:15 am. FILED UNDER: News
Firefighters from at least four departments fought a blaze early Monday morning at the Green Fiber plant on Gressel Drive in Delphos. Delphos firefighters got the call a little after 4 a.m. Monday and called in assistance from Van Wert, American Township and Middle Point fire departments to knock down the blaze. No one was […]
POSTED: 03/06/12 at 4:43 am. FILED UNDER: News
The annual YWCA Geranium Sale is going on now until Monday, April 30, at 5 p.m. Geraniums are hardy root plants sold in 4½-inch pots. Colors available are red, white, lavender, fuchsia, pink and light salmon. Pots are $3 apiece. Don’t miss this opportunity to beautify the yard and support the YWCA this Mother’s Day! […]
POSTED: 03/06/12 at 3:23 am. FILED UNDER: News
NeighborLink Van Wert, a nonprofit organization that offers 100-percent free volunteer assistance, is holding a service day on Saturday, March 31. Those who need assistance with spring yard cleanup or other home repairs can contact Lindsay Hotmire, executive director, at 419.605.3557. Those who want to volunteer for a project can log on to the NeighborLink […]
POSTED: 03/06/12 at 3:22 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Police March 3, 2:23 a.m. — Judy A. Stoddard, 55, of 1022 Prospect Ave., was charged with disorderly conduct by reason of intoxication after she was stumbling and falling while walking on West Main Street. March 3, 7:23 p.m. — The manager of the Black Swamp Bistro reported three food bills valued at […]
POSTED: 03/06/12 at 2:21 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Sharon Ann Mull, 72, of Edgerton, died Sunday, March 4, 2012, at her residence. She was born August 22, 1939, in Van Wert County, the daughter of the late Wilfred J. and Kathryn E (Eagleson) Yoquelet. On August 10, 1968, she married Richard Elmer Mull, who survives. Other survivors include a son, Brian (Penny) Mull […]
POSTED: 03/05/12 at 10:16 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Norman E. Tritsch Sr., 74, of Cecil, died Saturday, March 3, 2012, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne, Ind. He was born June 22, 1937, in Quincy, Ill., the son of the late Ennis F. and Frances (Randal) Tritsch. On March 23, 1969, he married Barbara (Goings) Tritsch, who survives. Other survivors include […]
POSTED: 03/05/12 at 11:36 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries