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James Sylvia, 60, Lima, died June 16. Services: None planned at this time.

William L. Fisher, 85, of Wapakoneta, said "see you around" on September 29, 2026. He was born on October 6, 1940 to William F. & Lucille (Wilker) Fisher, who preceded him in death. On August 16, 1969, he married Elaine F. Klopfenstein, who survives. He is also survived by their son, Robert L. Fisher, of Wapakoneta. A graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School, Bill went on to serve in the United States Navy for five years. He became a shipfitter, working on ship hulls and nuclear reactors while stationed on three ships. One ship was the USS Long Beach (CGN9), which was part of the first nuclear task force to sail around the world. Bill was honorably discharged October 3, 1964 as a Petty Officer First Class. Bill then became a member of the Local 776 Plumbers & Pipefitters, Lima and just received his 60 year membership pin. He worked as a pipefitter for Tilton Corp, Lima and BG Danis, Dayton, supervising projects throughout Ohio and along the eastern seaboard. Later in his career he worked as an independent contractor, supervising projects in various refineries and factories across the United States. When not traveling for work, Bill became a Special Deputy with the Allen County Sheriff's Office, serving 33 years with their Mounted Posse. Idolizing the American Cowboy, Bill lived in the cowboy way and was easily spotted by the black cowboy hat he always wore. He took pride in learning and working with horses, watching others train and show them. A lifelong learner, Bill was well read in early American and Ohio History, from the Revolutionary to the Civil War. He also spent hours studying the American West, focusing on Fur Trappers and Indian Tribes. Bill was an avid traveler Out West, spending as much time as he could in Montana, following the Lewis & Clarks trails. A keen interest in firearms and shooting provided Bill with the hobby of learning and developing rifle and pistol loading. He loved the challenge for finding the perfect load for each specific firearm. The rewards of that hobby were evident in his hunting skill... from big game in Colorado to the varmint in Montana and the pheasants in South Dakota and Kansas. Bill was a life member of the Tri-State Gun Collectors and a member of the Sabres Shooting Association. Later in life, Bill found a hidden talent of pencil and line drawing. Through the years he drew many people, animals, buildings and landscapes, challenging himself to consistently increase his skill. In addition to the homes of family and friends, Bill's art can be found in local churches and museums in Montana. Bill lived a helluva life, always there with a helping hand and ready to get the job done the best he could. Many people were touched by one facet or another of Bill's life, he will be truly missed. Never one to say goodbye, join us to celebrate Bill's life with a Mass of Christian Burial, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at St. John Catholic Church, Freyburg. Father Ethan Hoying will officiate and burial of Bill's cremated remains will follow in St. John Catholic Cemetery, Freyburg. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Holy Face of Jesus Parish, St. John Catholic Church or Heartland Hospice. See you around Bill!

Walter H. “Wally” Kincaid, Jr., 72, of Lima passed away at 7:38 AM on Friday, February 4, 2022 at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born on April 10, 1949 in Lima, to Walter H. “Hig” Kincaid, Sr. and Rose Florence D’Amico, who both preceded him in death. On April 18, 1970, he married the love of his life, Peggy J. Clum, who survives in Lima. Wally was a pipefitter with Local Union 776 for 28 years. After which he purchased a Comfort Keepers franchise in 1999 and retired from that in June 2019 to pursue his favorite role as a son, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. His hobbies included golfing, bowling, fishing, shooting pool, cooking, woodworking and entertaining everyone. He was truly a “jack of all trades”. He was a graduate of Shawnee High School, Class of 1968. He proudly served his country as a member of the US Navy during the Vietnam era. He was a member of the Westside United Methodist Church, American Legion Post 96, VFW Post 1275, Eagle’s Aerie 370, Elks Lodge 54, Moose Lodge 199, Lima Lodge 205 F&AM, the Board of Senior Citizens and was an Eagle Scout mentor. Wally was never without a smile and a quick witted ornery joke. He never met a stranger and there was never a dull moment when he was around. Surviving in addition to his loving wife of 51 years, Peggy are his daughters Angie (Gregg Burgoon) Hickman of Lima and April (Robert Lizotte) Kincaid of Marysville; his five grandchildren Jonathan (Rima) Hickman, Katie (Cory) Simmons, Jase Hickman, McKena Hickman and Robert G. Lizotte and great-grandson Caden Simmons; his brother John (Wendy) Kincaid of Cridersville; his sisters Gina (Doug) Sanners of Ft. Myers, FL and Pam (Denise Maynard (d)) Cockerell of Valparaiso, IN; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Marc A. Kincaid; son-in-law Jim Hickman; brother-in-law Jerry L. (Carol) Clum, Sr. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL, where masonic services will be held at 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, February 11, 2022 at CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL, with Pastor Dan Lee, officiating. For those unable to attend in person, the service will be live-streamed on the funeral homes Facebook page. Entombment will be in the Memorial Park Mausoleum immediately following the services at the funeral home. Military honors will be performed by active duty members of the US Navy and the VFW Post 1275 Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, St. Rita’s Hospice or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com