Rhett A. DeCamp

Rhett A. DeCamp, 81, of Van Wert, passed away at 8 a.m. Thursday, May 8, 2025, at his residence.

He was born November 17, 1943, in Van Wert, to George and Mary (Resor) DeCamp. Rhett married Lois DeCamp.

He was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was a member of the Van Wert American Legion, Van Wert VFW, and the N.R.A. He was an avid gun collector, outdoorsman, and woodworker. Rhett had a wonderful sense of humor, he enjoyed a good cigarette while telling stories, and especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Rhett retired from Greif in Van Wert. He also worked as a diesel mechanic.

He is survived by his daughters, Tammy (Kenny) Painter and Maryann Young both of Jacksonville, Florida, and Debbie Pollock of Van Wert and Brandi Helmer of Rockford; stepsons, Ed (Tammy) Rice of Van Wert and Jeff (Taren) DeCamp of Hicksville; a sister, Alycia (fiance Dan Germann) DeCamp of Van Wert, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Lois.

Military graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at King Cemetery, Middle Point.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.alspachgearhart.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory, Van Wert.