F. W. “Toney” Zahel, 98, of Castalia passed away peacefully on Monday, March 9, 2026, in the Providence Care Center, one month after his 98th birthday. He was born on February 13, 1928, in Cleveland, Ohio to Frank & Magdalena (Luntzer) Zahel. In his early childhood he lived in Golva, North Dakota.  He continued to stay in touch with his relatives in North Dakota. This experience shaped his love for that part of the country and his storytelling. Toney and Kathryn ...

Pauline Clara (Russell) Druckenmiller, 98, of Sandusky, passed away and into the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Pauline grew up on the family farm in Groton Township, OH, the first of her siblings to be born in the hospital. She was a graduate of Sandusky High School and enjoyed her classes, especially math and spelling; that influenced her decision to attend Capital University and Bowling Green State University to become a teacher. Pauline taught elementary school for ...

Elwood Meyers, 91, formerly of Hershey, Pennsylvania and Tucson, Arizona, entered eternal rest and went to sleep in Jesus on February 21, 2026, at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky, Ohio. Born to the late, Pauline (Gates) and Otto Meyers, Elwood was a devoted father to Stanley Meyers (Cathy) of Manheim, Pennsylvania He honorably served his country in the United States Army and the United States Air Force. However, Elwood considered his greatest calling to be serving King Jesus. He read ...

The Lord welcomed our loving Virginia Sue Scheid into His open arms on Sunday, January 25, 2026, after a life filled with faith, family, and quiet strength. She was born on December 2, 1938, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to George A. and Etta A. Johnson. Sue graduated from Sandusky High School in 1957 and went on to build a life centered on love, service, and devotion to those around her. On February 11, 1961, Sue married the love of her life, Earl William Scheid, in a union that spanned nearly 60 ...

Alan Richard Miller, lovingly known to most simply as Al, passed away at 12:02 a.m. on January 24, 2026, leaving behind a trail of stories, laughter, and friendships that stretch far beyond any one room. He was 82 years old. Al was born on November 3, 1943, in New Stanton, Westmoreland Co., PA, to Albert L. Miller and Dorothy M. Miller (née Loucks). He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Albert “Bucky” Miller Jr., who passed away as a young child. A ...

David “Curly” Behrendsen passed away peacefully at home on January 23, 2026. He was born on August 20, 1937, to Winnifred and Edgar Behrendsen in Sandusky, Ohio. David attended several schools, primarily in Sandusky, and graduated from Sandusky High School in 1955. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving on active duty from September 1955 through September 1959. After his discharge, he explored several career paths before settling into ...

Duane E. Pool, born June 18, 1950, of Sandusky, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Born and raised in Upper Sandusky, Ohio, Duane was the son of Wayne Pool and Carolyn (née Ekleberry) Pool, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Constance “Connie” (née Emch) Pool, whose love remained a constant presence in his life, as well as his brother, Glen Pool. Duane was a graduate of Upper Sandusky ...

Kathy A. “Bean” (Coffey) Maschari, 72 of Sandusky passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2026, at her home. She was born in Sandusky and was a lifelong resident and a 1972 graduate of Perkins High School. Kathy was employed and retired from Cedar Fair. She was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and a life member of the AMVETS Post 17 Auxiliary. Kathy was a devoted mother and grandmother. She loved to travel and spend time with all her family. She was an avid sports fan ...

Grant James Gardner passed away suddenly on January 5, 2026, due to complications from a pre-existing medical condition, leaving a family and community forever changed in his absence.  Grant was an honorable man who lived with integrity, compassion, and strength. Grant was a proud BGSU alumnus who took pride in his career and made a special bond with the children he supported, many friends, and coworkers. Grant enjoyed watching Cleveland sports, taking long walks, and spending ...

Basil "Sonny" Philip Lowe, age 89, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky, Ohio. Basil was born in Toledo, Ohio, on March 21, 1936, to Basil and Mary (Sauer) Lowe Beckler. He attended St. Ann's grade school and graduated from Macomber Vocational School in 1954, where he lettered in basketball. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged as Staff Sergeant. He married Jacquelynn Ewers in 1958, ...