Marilynn J. (Foust) McCracken, 100, of Van Wert, passed away at 1:05 p.m. Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Vancrest of Delphos, four days prior to her 101st birthday. She was born on December 13, 1920, in Convoy, the daughter of James Elmer and Helen (Welch) Foust, who both preceded her in death. She married William […]
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Donald C. Vonderau, 84, of Convoy, passed away Friday afternoon, December 10, 2021, at Mercy Health Center in Lima, surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren. He was born August 16, 1937 in New Haven, Indiana to Arthur H. Vonderau and Kathryn “Kay” (Dustman) Vonderau and they both preceded him in death. He married the […]
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Robin Lyn (Dunlap) Kimmel, 65 years young, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away Monday, December 6, 2021, in the loving arms of her daughter and grandson, Amanda and Wyatt Boyd. Robin was born May 12, 1956, in Van Wert, the third child of four, to Robert and Betty Dunlap, who preceded her in death. Her […]
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Louis Fuerst, 65, of Delphos, passed away Wednesday, December 8, 2021, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s. He was born on May 6, 1956, to Norbert and Betty (Klaus) Fuerst. They both preceded him in death. Louis is survived by his two sons, John (Heather) Fuerst of Ohio City and Joseph L. (Maranda) Fuerst of Van Wert; […]
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SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor CELINA — In the first two games of the season combined, Van Wert hit a total of six three pointers but Friday night, the Cougars knocked down 10 triples on the way to a 55-39 win at Celina in the Western Buckeye League opener for both teams. Ethan Brown hit an early […]
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Van Wert independent sports LEIPSIC — Lincolnview had a two point lead entering the fourth quarter of Friday’s Northwest Conference opener against Leipsic, but the Vikings outscored the Lancers 19-12 in the final period to claim a 57-52 win. Lincolnview led 40-38 when Mason Brandt hit a trey that put the Vikings in front 41-40. […]
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Van Wert independent sports CONVOY — Crestview rallied from three down in the fourth quarter to defeat previously undefeated Spencerville 46-44 in the Northwest Conference opener for both teams on Friday night. Trailing 40-38, a left corner trey by Nathan Lichtle gave the Knights a 41-40 lead with 5:30 left in the game, then Gavin […]
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Van Wert Cougar cheerleaders had plenty to cheer about during Friday night’s varsity basketball game in Celina. The Cougar hoopsters led from start to finish and defeated the Bulldogs 55-39. A full game story can be found on the Sports page. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
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Van Wert independent news Strong and damaging winds are expected to impact Van Wert County all day Saturday. The Van Wert County Emergency Management Office said wind speeds are expected to reach 45 to 50 miles per hour, presenting a moderate threat to life or property. It’s strongly recommended to secure loose items and outdoor […]
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COLUMBUS – Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has announced that Cyntoia Brown-Long, a nationally recognized advocate for criminal justice reform and victims of human trafficking, will be the keynote speaker for the attorney general’s third annual Human Trafficking Summit on Jan. 13, 2022. Brown-Long, once a victim of human trafficking, is a best selling author […]
POSTED: 12/11/21 at 12:44 am. FILED UNDER: News