March 6, 1934 - May 5, 2013

Betty L. Burgei, 79, of Delphos passed away at 1 p.m. Sunday at Community Health Professionals Hospice Center in Van Wert.

Betty was born March 6, 1934, to John and Leona (Brickner) Pohlman, who preceded her in death.

On Sept. 14, 1957, she was united in marriage to Jerome Burgei, who survives in Delphos.

Survivors also include four sons, Ricky (Barbara) Burgei and Robb (Sherry) Burgei of Delphos, Russ (Bonnie) Burgei of Witmore Lake, Mich., and Randy Burgei of Scottsdale Ariz.; a sister, Alice Leis of Ottoville; 10 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

She was also preceded in death by a brother, Eugene Pohlman; and a sister, Ruth Pohlman.

Betty was a seamstress and home maker. She sewed wedding, prom and First Communion dresses, as well as dance costumes for hundreds of people from many counties.

She was an exceptional cook, loved gardening, enjoyed baking for the Relay for Life and St. John’s Church Festival. She loved to sew and make quilts. She truly enjoyed spending time with her family. She and her husband were rarely seen one without the other. She always stopped what she was doing to help people. Her life revolved around giving to her family and friends. She never asked for anything and her pleasure was the smiles she created.

Betty was a graduate of St. John’s High School and a dedicated and active member of St. John’s Church and rarely missed 7:30 a.m. mass on Sunday morning. Her faith was very instrumental in her life.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, with Father Chris Bohnsack officiating. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at Harter and Schier Funeral Home, with a Parish Wake at 7:30 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Community Health Professionals Hospice Center in Van Wert.

To leave condolences for the family, please go to www.harterandschier.com.

April 14, 1951-May 4, 2013

David William Metzger, 62, of Defiance, died at 7:18 a.m. Saturday at St. Rita’s Medical Center.

He was born April 14, 1951, in Delphos to Henry Metzger and Doris (Ditto) Metzger Mullenhour, who preceded him in death.

Survivors include a sister, Linda (Richard) Johnson of Cloverdale; three brothers, Dale (Betty) Metzger of Oakwood, Kenneth Metzger of Delphos and Cari (Mary) Metzger of Grove City; two stepsisters, Zelma Keller and Nona Jones of Lima; and stepbrother, Marvin Mullenhour of Texas.

He was also preceded in death by brothers Joseph and Daniel Metzger; and his stepfather, Woody Mullenhour.

Mr. Metzger enjoyed spending time with his friends and family.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

To leave condolences for the family, visit harterandschier.com.

Betty Burgei of Delphos died Sunday at Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center.
Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home.

July 29, 1933-April 29, 2013

Harold Eugene Foust Sr., age 79 of Kalida, died at 8:20 a.m. Monday at his residence.

He was born July 29, 1933, in Allen County to Frank and Helen Stires Foust, who preceded him in death.

He married Janet Hardesty, who is deceased. He later married Eileen Wallen Hawk, who survives in Kalida.

He is also survived by three sons, John (Carla) Foust of Lima, Harold Todd (Deanita) Foust Jr. of Cridersville and Travis Foust of Wapakoneta; two daughters, Sara Jane (Ray) Crump of Maplewood and Melissa “Missy” (John) Hageman of Ottawa; grandchildren Nayleen and Jake Hageman, Blaze, Zack, Meagan and Chloe Foust, Melissa Browning, Allen (Stacey) Hightower, Elizabeth (Shuan) Gillum, Donald Atkins, Joe Way, Jordan Meckstroth and Tristan Miller; great-grandchildren Austin Hightower, Michayla Browning, Abby, Libby, Ethan Gillum and Katusha Way; a brother, Earl Allen (Marilyn) Foust of Lima; and a sister, Frances (Preston) Long of Michigan.

He was also preceded in death by two sons, Kevin Foust and Jeff Foust; twin sisters, Betty Ann Robbins and Betty Jo Blymyer.

Mr. Foust had worked at Sioux Bee Honey for seven years, and retired after 29 years with Sprint formerly United Telephone Company, Lima. He graduated from Gomer in 1951. He was a member of the Eagles Aerie 370 and the Ohio American Legion 0888.

He loved to fish and watch racing at Limaland, Eldora, and anywhere else a race would be held. He was an avid bowler and liked watching wrestling matches and sports events. Family was very important to him and he adored all his grandchildren.

Funeral services will begin 8 p.m. on Thursday at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Cridersville, the Rev. Ed Wallen, brother-in-law, officiating.

The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. today and from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

The family requests that Ohio State attire be worn on Wednesday in honor of Harold; and Thursday Cleveland Indians or sports apparel be worn.

Condolences may be shared at www.BayliffAndSon.com

Nov. 17, 1932- April 29, 2013

Charles “Chuck” Bardo, 80, of Delphos died at 4:45 p.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center.

He was born Nov. 17, 1932, in Delphos to Nick and Marcile (Herring) Bardo, who preceded him in death.

On June 7, 1957, he married Billie “Skip” Teman, who survives in Delphos.

Other survivors include two daughters, Melanie (Larry) Morris of Delphos and Elaine (David) Trentman of Landeck; a sister, Betty Kimmett of Delphos; three grandchildren, Nikki (Brad) Klaus, Lindy (Nick) Menke and Bradley Trentman; three great-grandchildren, Kyla and Karsyn Klaus and Tyra Trentman; and a special nephew, Terry Wisher.

He was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Brenda Lee Bardo; grandson, Ryan Charles Trentman; a brother, Carl Gene Bardo; and a sister, Mona Lou Wisher.

Mr. Bardo served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Ford Motor Co. after 37 1/2 years and retired from Harter and Schier Funeral Home after more than 20 years of dedicated service as a greeter and funeral attendant. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, the NRA and enjoyed his family and grandchildren and racing, hunting, fishing and collecting guns.

Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. Friday at Harter and Schier Funeral Home, the Rev. David Howell officiating. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery, with military graveside rites conducted by the Delphos Veterans Council.

Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to the service Friday at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials are to donor’s choice.

Condolences for the family can be left at harterandschier.com.