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Kevin Routt Obituary

KEVIN ROUTT Kevin "Bubba" Routt, 55, of Van Wert, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, Ohio. He was born September 12, 1969, in Van Wert, a son of Danny R. and Karla Kay (Johnson) Routt. His father survives in Van Wert and his mother is deceased. Surviving him are two brothers, Jeffery (Lori) Routt of Rockford, Ohio, and Scott (Chrissy) Routt of Cincinnati. He is also survived by a niece, Keri (Nick), and nephews Nick, Trey (Anna), and Logan. He was also preceded in death by grandparents, Frederick and Betty Routt and Carl and Ioma Johnson. He loved playing cards, especially poker. He also enjoyed going to horse races and could often be found playing his favorite game pool. For those wishing to pay their respects, the family will receive visitors on Monday, June 23, 2025, from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm at Brickner Funeral Home. At 1:00 pm following visitation, there will be a funeral service. Burial will follow in Taylor Cemetery. The family has asked that donations be directed at helping to pay funeral expenses.

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Published by Van Wert Times Bulletin from Jun. 20 to Jun. 25, 2025.

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