LEIPSIC – Leroy Francis Goodwin, 90, of Leipsic, passed away at 9:02 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025, at his residence. He was born May 31, 1935, in Leipsic to the late S. Francis and Gladys (Eicher) Goodwin. On November 8, 1958, he married Nancy Ann Brooks, who preceded him in death on December 22, 2018. Survivors include two children: Amy L. Goodwin of Livonia, MI and Aaron L. (Linda) Goodwin of Findlay; two grandchildren: Jennifer (Robert) Frost and Angie (Steve) Boston; and five great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Earl (Elsie) Goodwin. Leroy graduated from Leipsic High School, as well as Hobart Welding School in Troy, Ohio. He was a veteran of the US Army, serving from 1956 to 1958. Leroy was the proud owner of Goodwin Repair Welding Shop and retired after many years as a journeyman, pipefitter and welder. He was a member of New Hope Bethel United Methodist Church, OFES (Oil Field Engine Society), Blowtorch Collectors of America, EAA (Experimental Airplane Association) and the AOPA (Airplane Owners and Pilots Association). Leroy enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at LOVE-HEITMEYER FUNERAL HOME, Leipsic with Pastor Ruth Carter-Crist officiating. Burial will follow in Sugar Ridge Cemetery, Leipsic with military rites by Leipsic VFW, American Legion, Amvets and DAV. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday and again on Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Putnam County Homecare and Hospice. Condolences may be made to www.lovefuneralhome.com

Larry Leon Price, 84 of Sandy Hook, KY passed away Friday May 30, 20225 at his residence. He was born November 9,1940 at Buchannan, KY the son of the late Homer and Belle Johnson. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife Odella Price as well as two siblings Lottie Bair and Sherman Price. Larry was a Christian and member of the Newfoundland Community Church. He was a Navy Veteran and belonged to Elliott County VFW Post 11428. He was a retired pipefitter. He is survived by his three loving children:  Larry Dean Price of Morehead, KY, Jeff Price of Sandy Hook, KY and Missy Barker of Sandy Hook, KY. He is also survived by his grandchildren:  Logan Adkins, Emily Price, Jayden Barker, Alarra Barker, Kyra Howell and Justin Rose. Funeral will be conducted Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Lewis & Ferguson Funeral Home at Sandy Hook, KY with visitation beginning at 11:00 AM. Burial will be at the Elliott County Memory Gardens with Elliott County VFW Post 11428 honoring him for his service as a Navy Veteran.

Larry E. Ellerbrock, 80, of Ottawa, passed away at 5:05 p.m. on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 31, 1944, in Lima to the late Norbert W. and Marie C. (Castle) Ellerbrock. On September 10, 1966, he married Christine Piotrowski, who survives in Ottawa. He is also survived by four children: Randy (Sue Fiorucci) Ellerbrock of Delaware, Lisa Alt of Ottawa, Brian (Tanya) Ellerbrock of Ottawa and Stacey (BJ) Baxter of Columbus Grove; thirteen grandchildren: Kyle (Jaimee) Ellerbrock, Kendal Ellerbrock, Derek (Portia) Alt, Nathan (Makenna) Alt, Jordan (Max) Kuhlman, Taylor (Trevor Siefker) Alt, Noah Ellerbrock, Emma Ellerbrock, Nicholas Ellerbrock, Braylon Baxter, Trevon Baxter, Gavin Baxter and Aiden Baxter; four great-grandchildren with one on the way; two sisters: Barb Feathers of Delphos and Becky Bentz of Lima; and two sisters-in-law: Bev Ellerbrock of Bluffton, IN and Elaine Ellerbrock of Garland, TX. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by a son-in-law, Rodney Alt; four brothers: Fred (Carol) Ellerbrock, Keith Ellerbrock, Tom Ellerbrock and Mike Ellerbrock; and two brothers-in-law: Paul Feathers and Ron Bentz. Larry retired as a pipefitter for Local 776 PLB and Pipefitters. He was a U.S. Marine veteran, where he served as Sargent E-5 during peacetime. He was a member of the American Legion, Ottawa Eagles, Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Ottawa and was past president of the SPPS and OG Boosters Club. Larry was the life of the party, biggest official bullshitter and never knew a stranger. He loved drinking Miller Lite, fishing, cooking chicken, canoeing down the Blanchard and wishing everyone a “Larry Christmas!” Funeral Mass will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Ottawa with Fr. Steve Schroeder officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with military rites by the Ottawa American Legion, VFW, Amvets and DAV. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday and 12 to 1 p.m. on Thursday at LOVE FUNERAL HOME, Ottawa. All in attendance are encouraged to wear their favorite Buckeye attire. Memorial donations may be made to OG Athletic Boosters. Condolences may be expressed at www.lovefuneralhome.com

Herbert Miller was born July 17, 1960, in Clay County, Kentucky and departed this life Saturday November 16, 2024, at his residence being 64 years of age. He was the son of the late Roy and Leathie (Pennington) Miller. Herbert is survived by his wife Cheryl (Witt) Miller and by the following children: Thomas Miller of Ohio, Wes Bishop of London, Alexis Hacker and her husband Joe of McKee and Ashley Johnson and her husband Wes of London. He is also survived by the following siblings: Dennis Miller of Sand Gap, a very special brother, David Miller and wife Sandra of Tyner, Judy Witt and her husband Ronnie of McKee, Thelma Estes of Columbia, Kentucky and Betty Cottongin and her husband Walt of Alexandria, Kentucky. He was blessed with four grandchildren: Eli Johnson, Luke Johnson, Reece Hacker and his special little princess Jocia Hacker and a special niece Sharon Brown. Other than his parents Herbert was preceded in death by one brother Eddie Miller. Herbert was a member of the Seven Pines Pentecostal church and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. Funeral service for Herbert 2:00 P.M. Tuesday November 19, 2024, at the Lakes Funeral Home with Bro Quinton East officiating. Burial will follow in the Herbert Miller Cemetery at Tyner, Ky. Pallbearers include Thomas Shepherd, Wes Bishop, Joe Hacker, Wes Johnson, Clinton Miller, James Miller, John Morris, Jordan Burkhart, Monroe Brown, Eli Johnson and Reese Hacker. Honorary Pallbearers: Jerry Spurlock, Marty Coffey, Brian Miller, Darrell Hacker and Luke Johnson. A visitation will begin at 6 PM Monday, November 18, 2024, at the Lakes Funeral Home in McKee, Ky www.lakesfuneralhomemckee.com