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Virgil Kazmierski - January 18, 1949 - April 18, 2022

Departed: 04/18/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Virgil Kazmierski.

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Jean I. Leite - August 10, 1932 - April 07, 2022

Departed: 04/07/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Jean Irene (Halbeisen) Leite, 89, long time Toledo resident, passed peacefully from her Earthly life on Thursday, April 7, 2022. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 59 years, Bernard Leite, and her three daughters, Julie Franczek (Vince) of Hinckley, Ohio, Janet Miller (Rod) of Perrysburg, Ohio, and Carol Helm (Chris) of Centerville, Ohio. She had thirteen grandchildren: Meghan, Zachary, Benjamin, Matthew, and Christian Franczek; Alexandra Miller Trame (Tyler), Andrew, Nathaniel, Bennett and Ethan Miller; Abigail, Alexander and Austin Helm. Jean was immensely proud of her children and all of her grandchildren.

Jean was born on August 10, 1932 in Fremont, Ohio where she was raised on the family farm. She was a graduate of Fremont Ross High School. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Arnold and Irene Halbeisen; grandson, Zachary Franczek; brothers, Howard and Richard Halbeisen and sisters, Mary Haaser and Joan Halbeisen.

Jean will be remembered as an avid Ohio State fan. Jean and Bernard held Ohio State season football tickets for several decades and enjoyed traveling near and far to support the Buckeyes, including countless bowl games and two National Championship games. Jean and Bernard were well known for their spirit and famous tailgate parties. Jean also enjoyed traveling, working in the yard, and planting and tending to her flowers. Later in life she looked forward to election season and working the polls, and as many games of BINGO as possible.

The family would like to acknowledge and thank the loving and compassionate staff of StoryPoint in Waterville where both Jean and Bernard have resided for the past several years, as well as the caring and devoted nurses of Elara Hospice.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church, 5522 Dorr Street, Toledo, Ohio. Family and friends are welcome to gather beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Little Flower Church before Mass. Entombment will be at Resurrection Cemetery.

The family asks that those wishing to make a remembrance of Jean to consider Elara Hospice or the Scholarship Fund at St. John's Jesuit High School and Academy in lieu of flowers.

Mom: Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard but aways near, still loved, still missed and very dear.

Arrangements by the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home (419)531-4424. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Sister Mary Jon Wagner - April 14, 1942 - April 05, 2022

Departed: 04/05/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Sister Mary Jon Wagner died at Rosary Care Center in Sylvania, Ohio on April 5, 2022 after a brave battle with health issues over the past several months. The daughter of Allen and Elizabeth Wagner came to the convent in 1967 from St. Catherine Parish in Toledo, Ohio. She made her first profession as a religious in 1970 and her final profession in 1974.

Sister Mary Jon was the previous Congregational Minister for the Sisters of St. Francis in Sylvania, Ohio from 2012 to 2021. She also served a four-year term as Assistant Congregational Minister from 2008 to 2012.

Before entering the convent, Sister Mary Jon was very involved in her dad's plumbing business as well as other work with a business focus. As a young adult woman, she sensed a call to reach out, to assist and to support the less fortunate and to help create possibilities to improve life for others. The volunteer projects that her parents were involved in, including schools, in various organizations, in their own parish and in relation to their business customers inspired her own volunteerism. She eventually became a teacher and the relationships she made with the Sylvania Franciscans with whom she taught inspired her to pursue religious life.

In the 50 plus years she served the People of God as a religious woman, Sister Mary Jon spent 39 of those years in education. She held positions as a junior high teacher in Ohio and Michigan, an elementary school Principal in Minnesota and Ohio, and as Superintendent of the Sandusky Area Catholic Schools. She also served for 14 years on the Board of Lourdes University in Sylvania. While working in education in Sandusky, Sister Mary Jon was a member of the Board of Providence Hospital and later served on the Board of Providence Care Center and the Commons of Providence Board. These were healthcare ministries sponsored by the Sisters.

In a 2020 interview for her 50th Jubilee, Sister Mary Jon was asked to share what she perceived as her legacy as a Sylvania Franciscan. She replied, "(I have) moved the gifts I have been given to call and challenge others to move their gifts to the next level—to become involved in building Franciscan relationships-to work toward the expansion/widening of the vision to be inclusive of the whole for the life of the Congregation." Those who worked with her can attest to her ability to fulfill this legacy. One of her favorite passages from Scripture, I will make all things new. (Isaiah 43:19) may be the foundation of this legacy and the driving force behind her lifelong love and gratitude for her family, friends and her Community of Sisters as she accepted the invitation to be a Servant Leader among us.

Sister Mary Jon will be dearly missed by Sister Judy Ann Beaudry her long-time friend and compassionate care giver, her Sisters in Community, her family and friends and the caregivers at Rosary Care Center and Flower Hospital.

She is survived by her brother, Richard (Jolene) Wagner; nieces, Carey (Don) Manders, Amy (Dennis) Kazmierczak, Kelly (Mason) Hall; nephew, Chad Pietkowski; niece, Tara (Brad) Miller; and great- and great-great nieces and nephews. Visitation for Sister Mary Jon will begin at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2022, at Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel where the Funeral Mass will follow at 4 p.m. Live Streaming of the Funeral Mass is: https://video.ibm.com/channel/RvdadQRjbGk

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Francis, Sylvania, Ohio. Arrangements by the Thomas I. Wisniewski, Funeral Home, Toledo, Ohio. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Sister Myra Ciesielski - April 30, 1936 - April 01, 2022

Departed: 04/01/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Sister Myra Ciesielski died at Rosary Care Center in Sylvania, Ohio on April 1, 2022 surprising her Sisters, family and caregivers after a somewhat brief time dealing with serious health issues. The daughter of Walter and Agnes Ciesielski came to the convent in 1953 from St. Ladislaus Parish in Hamtramck, Michigan where she had been taught by the Sylvania Franciscans from elementary grades through high school. Her religious vocation was inspired by her aunt, Sister M. Natalie, a Sylvania Franciscan, and the joy and friendliness of the Sisters inspired her to follow their lifestyle. She professed her first vows in 1956 and her final vows in the congregation in 1959.

In her 65 plus years in religious life, Sister Myra ministered to the People of God in a variety of ministries. She was well prepared for her ministries with a B.A. in Education and English from Mary Manse College in Toledo; a M.A. in Elementary Education from the University of Detroit in Detroit; a M.A. ED. in Non-Public School Administration from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota; and a M. A. in Pastoral Theology from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College in Terre Haute, Indiana. Her ministries included 14 years teaching at elementary schools in Ohio, Michigan and Minnesota; 19 years as principal in schools in Minnesota and Ohio; 8 years as a Pastoral Associate in Ohio; and later in life she was involved in a variety of roles in eldercare in Ohio and Minnesota. Sister Myra and her dear, friend Sister Gwendolin, retired to the Motherhouse in Sylvania in 2018 where they continued to bring sunshine into the lives of the Sisters at Our Lady of Grace Assisted Living. Sister Gwendolin died within a year and Sister Myra continued to help the Sisters celebrate and enjoy many feast days and holidays with parties and special treats. No April Fool Party this year!

Before her 60th Jubilee in 2016, Sister Myra reflected on her years of ministry to the People of God and realized that she had more life behind her than in front of her and she hoped to be able to continue to share her many gifts and talents with others in any way she could despite some physical challenges. She wrote, "Without counting the cost or looking for self-gratification, I wish the things I do in the future will help build up the kingdom so more people will know, love and serve God….I appreciate the support of family and friends, community and clergy who have helped me become the person I am today. God is good…I would like to continue being His chief witness!" Yes, indeed, good Sister, you have accomplished this and many other goals in your life.

Sister Myra is survived by her sister, Carol Atherton (Ray); brother, Walter Ciesielski (Irena); and many other loving family members and friends. She will also be missed by her Sisters in Community and her caregivers at Our Lady of Grace and Rosary Care Center. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel, where the Funeral Mass will follow at 4 p.m. Face masks and social distancing are being requested. Live Streaming of the Funeral Mass is: https://video.ibm.com/channel/RvdadQRjbGk

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Francis, Sylvania, Ohio. Arrangements by the Thomas I. Wisniewski, Funeral Home, Toledo, Ohio. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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George A. Turpening, Jr. - September 08, 1924 - March 29, 2022

Departed: 03/29/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: George A. Turpening, Jr., 97, of Toledo, passed away on March 29, 2022, at his home of nearly 60 years, surrounded by his loving children. He was born in Toledo September 8, 1924 to Goldie May (Beer) and George A. Turpening, Sr.

Having lost both parents at a young age, George and his sister Helen were then raised by their brother Garth, who stepped into the role of parent for his younger siblings. George enlisted in the US Navy at age 17, and proudly served his country during World War II in the Pacific Theater, engaging in combat in the Tarawa and Kwajalein Atolls. Upon returning home to Toledo after his four years of service, George's path led him to the love of his life, Marian, and they were married on February 4, 1950. Throughout nearly 70 years together, George and Marian enjoyed a full and active life, that included travel to places such as Japan, the Bahamas, and Las Vegas, attending Studebaker Drivers Club events throughout the midwest in either his Hawk or Lark, as well as enjoying their family during frequent gatherings and holiday celebrations. Automotive interests led to George's employment at Rubini Motors, where he spent 40 years as General Manager and Vice President of Rubini Enterprises. Through his connections at Rubini, he was introduced to the Reynolds Corners Rotary Club, which he joined in 1962. George was a Paul Harris Fellow and held numerous club officer positions over the years, including serving as the club's president.

George is survived by his children, Terrence (Peg) Turpening, Kelly (Dave) Rejent, and George (Julie) Turpening III; sister-in-law, Nina Leitzy; and brother-in-law Sam Hoover; grandchildren, Kerry (Mike) Burgdorfer, Pete Rejent, Sarah Turpening, Karen (Andrew) Dziengelewski, Kylie (Rob) Sislowski, Phil (Leslie) Mahaney; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Liam, Bryce, Sam, Kristopher, Allison, Camren, Crystal, Jonathan, and Oliver; and great-great-granddaughter, Lily. George was preceded in death by his loving wife, Marian in 2019; his older brother, Garth; and sister-in-law, Catherine; his sister, Helen; and his nephew, Larry Turpening.

The family would like to thank Ohio Living Hospice for the great care they provided in George's final days, especially Tiffanie, Nicole, and Kathie — who had also been a long-time caregiver to Marian, so was a special comfort to George and the family. They would also like to thank the caring staff at the Elizabeth Scott Community, where George had recently had a stay.

Visitation will be held Thursday, April 7, 2022, 2:00–8:00 p.m. at Thomas I. Wisniewski Funeral Home, 2426 N. Reynolds Rd, Toledo, OH 43615. Funeral services will be Friday, April 8, 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by interment at Toledo Memorial Park. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Sister Kathleen Ottrock - December 27, 1937 - March 23, 2022

Departed: 03/23/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Sister Kathleen Ottrock, (formerly Sister M. Philip Neri) died at Rosary Care Center in Sylvania, Ohio on March 23, 2022, after a long illness. The daughter of Anton and Alice Ottrock came to the convent in Sylvania in 1952 from Our Lady Queen of Heaven Parish in Detroit, Michigan, to begin preparation for becoming a Sister of St. Francis. She professed her first vows in 1957 and her final vows in 1960.

Sister Kathleen spent her 65 years in religious life as a Sylvania Franciscan in basically two ministries, teaching and Music/Liturgy. She held a Bachelor's degree in Education and Social Science from Mary Manse College, in Toledo; a Master's degree in Theology with a concentration in liturgy from the University of Notre Dame; and a Master's degree in Education from the University of Toledo. She also held a Music degree from St. Joseph's College of Church Music in Rensselaer, Indiana. She had teaching certificates from Ohio, Michigan and Minnesota, the states in which she taught in elementary schools for 35 years. In 2011 she earned a certificate in Spiritual Direction in Ignatian Spirituality.

Sister Kate ministered in Music and Liturgy in parishes in Ohio and Michigan for over 40 years. In many of the parishes where she taught school children, she also was the organist, music director and/or liturgist. She often said that her greatest love in ministry remained in serving God's people through music.

She was involved in three Diocesan Liturgical Commissions in the states in which she served as teacher and/or Music Minister. She also was a member of the church renovation committees in those states as well as in the renovation of the Chapel at her own Motherhouse in Sylvania. Sister Kate had many good friends with whom she shared her love of music, appreciation for creation (especially cats), travel in and around the Great Lakes in her home state of Michigan, helping anyone in need of one or another of her skills or talents. In her community she enjoyed her dear friends, Sisters Elaine and Rosalma, with whom she shared special life experiences and ministry over the years. Learning of Sister Kate's death, Sister Rosalma remarked, "Sister Kate will be missed by her family, friends, and Sisters, but I bet she herself won't forget us as she celebrates her eternity in God's heavenly home with the music she loved so much." Sister Kate herself requested that in addition to the Franciscan symbol

of her community she be buried wearing the "Mizpah" (necklace) which Sister Elaine bought for her in the 1980s. "May the Lord watch between us." Sister Elaine died in 1986 of cancer at age 38.

Sister Kate is survived by her sister, Betsy Dangreau (Bud) of Colorado; niece, Katy Elias (Jon) of Ohio; cousin, Gail Eynon of Michigan; cousin, Linda Platz of Michigan; along with many other loving cousins, extended family, and friends. She will also be missed by her Sisters in Community, friends and her caregivers at Rosary Care Center. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel, where the funeral Mass will immediately follow at 4 p.m. Face masks and social distancing are being requested. Live Streaming of the Funeral Mass is: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/RvdadQRjbGk. Once reaching this web site you will be asked for a password. The password is Sisters!!

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Francis, Sylvania, Ohio.

Arrangements made by Thomas I. Wisniewski, Funeral Home, Toledo, Ohio. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Raymond S. Lewandowski - March 09, 1940 - March 16, 2022

Departed: 03/16/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Raymond "Ray" Lewandowski, 82, passed away on March 16, 2022 at home in Toledo, OH with his loving family by his side. He was born in Toledo, OH to the late Joseph and Angeline (Szymanski) Lewandowski. Ray worked as a salesman for over 45 years at Appliance Center. He was a longtime member of Little Flower Catholic Church and was very involved in the parish as an usher, bingo volunteer, and Men's Club member. Ray also held many leadership positions at Maumee Kiwanis. He was an avid sports fan, who enjoyed fishing and doing puzzles. He loved golfing, especially with the TMS league and Tom Prater, Mike Wray, and Loren Klasen, who witnessed his hole in one in 2014.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Alvin (Veronica) and Joseph (Evelyn); brother-in-law, Edward Ronau; and beloved dog, Pooh. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Mary "Sue" (Oswald) Lewandowski; his three daughters, Angela, Nicole, and Jami Rae; his sister, MaryJane Ronau; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home, 2426 N. Reynolds Rd in Toledo on Monday, March 21 from 2-8:00 p.m. for a period of visitation, with a scripture service/Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Family and friends will be received at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 22 at Little Flower Catholic Church, 5522 Dorr Street in Toledo with a mass following at 11:00 a.m. Family requests masks be worn. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be live streamed through Facebook or the Little Flower Catholic Church website at: littleflowertoledo.org

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Susan Jean "Sue" Jesionowski - July 12, 1943 - March 14, 2022

Departed: 03/14/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Susan Jean Jesionowski, 78, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2022, in Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg, Ohio. Susan was born July 12, 1943 in Toledo, OH to Timothy and Dorothy Brassil. She attended Union Elementary School and Maumee High School. Upon graduation, she worked at Teidtke's Department Store. She was then blessed with four beautiful daughters. On October 11, 1968, she married Tom Jesionowski. They had one more beautiful daughter and raised their family together.

Throughout her life, Susan was very artistic. Over the years she created many beautiful ceramic pieces, macrame art and paintings. She worked at the Meijer Store in Maumee, OH, starting in the deli department and working her way up to manager of the seafood department. Susan missed her artistic endeavors, so she left Meijer to pursue a job designing and creating lampshades for a local store in Maumee. Some of her unique lampshades can still be found in area homes and local restaurants.

Susan was proud of her Irish heritage. Her father, Timothy, immigrated to the U.S. to start a new life. She considered herself fortunate to have visited Ireland twice with family to explore her heritage.

In addition to her loving husband of 53 years, Susan is survived by her five daughters, Kimberly (Matthew) Osburn, of Maumee; Annette Meek of Toledo; Brenda (James) Shanks of Toledo; Billie Jo Mehl of Toledo and Susie Graber of Tucson, AZ. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren, Benjamin, Catherine and Kelsey, Michaela, Courtney, Tyler, Jeffrey and Kendall, Nathan, Madison and James, and Andrew and Tristan. She was a loving "Gigi" to 8 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her 2 sisters, Nancy Nunnally (aka soul sister Hazel) and Shirley Grothjan, both of whom she loved dearly. She was loved and cherished by many nieces and nephews. Last, she is survived by her most special canine companion, Holly, who was always by her side.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Timothy and Dorothy Brassil; sisters, Salley, Bonnie, Molly and Colleen; and brothers, Allen and Douglas.

Susan will be remembered for her sense of humor, infectious laugh, quick wit and contagious silliness. Her love of family and gregarious presence at family gatherings will be missed.

Visitation will be Wednesday, March 16, 2022 from 4-7 p.m. with funeral service to follow at 7 p.m. at the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home, 2426 N. Reynolds Road. Memorial Mass will be held Friday, March 18, 2022 at Saints Adalbert & Hedwig Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Maumee.

Per Susan's wishes, donations may be made to: Lucas County Canine Control (LC4) or Helping Hands of St. Louis, both in Toledo, OH.

Mom: Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Mary D. Hudak - January 18, 1939 - March 09, 2022

Departed: 03/09/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Mary D. (French) Hudak died on March 9, 2022, at Swanton Valley Healthcare. Mary was born on January 18, 1939, to Clarence and Alberta (VanOss) French in Toledo, Ohio. She married Stephen Louis Hudak in October of 1959. Mary was the caregiver of her siblings starting at age 12 following the death of their mother. At age 19, Mary became the family's guardian. Whatever Mary did, it was always for family, siblings and her children. If someone needed help, it was Mary who would be there.

Mary began working at age 16 at St. Vincent's Hospital to help support her family. From there she was employed by Elmer C. Rost, M.D. for twenty-nine years as a medical assistant and later as a LPN. She enjoyed meeting and helping to care for the many patients of Dr. Rost. Mary entered college at age 44, graduating with a Business degree at age 50 and went on to earn a nursing home license. She became an administrator at Sunbridge-Sylvania. She later retired from Bedford Elderly Care Center. After retirement, Mary volunteered at Little Flower Catholic Church, St Vincent dePaul and the Finance Committee as well as a Eucharistic Minister and she assisted Reverend Joseph Steinbauer with funerals.

Surviving Mary are her cherished children, Kathryn (David) Rakay and Stephen "Mike" Hudak; her granddaughter, Stephanie Rakay; her sisters, Jacqlyn (David) Burns, of Goodlettsville, TN, Magdelyn (Leo, deceased) Imbery, of Aurora, IL and Shelley Osborn (Cliff) of Sylvania, OH; and brother, Paul (Noreen, deceased) French of Perrysburg, OH. She also had many nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen; parents, Clarence and Alberta French; and brother, Phillip French.

Family and friends are invited to Little Flower Catholic Church on Monday, March 21, 2022, for the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 10:30 a.m. that morning. Private interment will follow the memorial service at Resurrection Cemetery.

Memorial donations are suggested to Little Flower Catholic Church, the St. Vincent dePaul Society at Little Flower or Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Arrangements by the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home, (419) 531.4424. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Beatrice A. Osuch - February 09, 1929 - March 04, 2022

Departed: 03/04/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Beatrice A. Osuch, age 93, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2022, at Vibrant Life in Temperance, MI. She was born on February 9, 1929, in Toledo to Louis and Helen (Rasik) Gawrych. Beatrice worked for many years at the Woolworth Co. and retired from the Lanes Drug Co. where she had worked in their warehouse. She was a longtime member of St. Patrick's of Heatherdowns Catholic Church and was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Walter Osuch, in June of 2018.

Surviving is her son, Thomas (MaryAnn) Osuch; grandchildren, Nadia and Greg; and great grandchildren, Maria and Mykhailo.

Services will be private with no visitation. Memorial donations are suggested to Careline Hospice.

The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff at Vibrant Life in Temperance, MI and Careline Hospice for their loving care and support.

Arrangements by the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home (419)531.4424. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Rosemarie G. Duszynski - January 09, 1931 - February 09, 2022

Departed: 02/09/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Rosemarie Gloria Duszynski, of Sylvania, Ohio, passed away at age 91 on Wednesday, February 9, 2022.

Rosemarie was born on January 9, 1931, in Toledo, Ohio, to Steve and Mary Jagodzinski. She attended Central Catholic High School, played clarinet in the marching band, and graduated in 1949. Rosemarie worked as a stenographer in the legal department of Owens-Corning before marrying Joseph Duszynski on January 5, 1957. She devoted many years in the principal's office of Notre Dame Academy as the secretary for Sister M. Patricia Snyder and Sister M. Carol Gregory.

Joe and Rosemarie made Toledo their home and together they raised six children, Ann (Tom) McMacken, Tom (Tammy Snell) Duszynski, Janet (Dick) Miller, Arline (Jeff) Soncrant, Julie (Tom) Jackman, and Amy (Chris) Marshall.

She was affectionately known as "Ba" to her 14 grandchildren, Emily, Joe, Brian, Rachel, Ryan, Nathan, Brad, Jeremy, Kevin, Eric, Sarah, Abby, Kirstin, and Tyler. Ba was especially thrilled to be a great-grandmother to Rosie, Maggie, Ben, Francis and Brooks. Rosemarie enjoyed travelling to visit her family scattered across the country and would never miss a baptism, confirmation, graduation, wedding or vacation if she could help it.

Rosemarie dedicated much of her life to service. Until 2020, she helped coordinate the Most Blessed Sacrament Outreach program, which provides aid to individuals and families experiencing hardship by providing them with financial assistance, items from the food pantry and baskets at Christmas. Rosemarie also served Most Blessed Sacrament Church in other ways. She was faithful to a weekly Eucharistic Adoration hour, brought communion to the sick and helped count the Sunday collection for many years. She also volunteered many years helping with recreational activities for the elderly residents at Sunset House as a member of the Auxiliary.

Rosemarie truly enjoyed spending time with her family and her many friends. In her later years, she enjoyed living at The Woodlands where she made many new friends as well as attended services at Corpus Christi. Her legacy of genuine caring, cheerfulness and willingness to help will be remembered. She loved gardening, baking with her grandkids, the beach, reading, Sudoku, jigsaw puzzles, bridge and Rummikub. She always prepared the kielbasa perfectly (which more than made up for her tuna casserole).

Rosemarie was preceded in death by her "ever loving" husband, Joe; parents, Steve and Mary; sister, Elaine Jagodzinski; and great-grandson, Francis. She is survived by her brother, Ron Jagodzinski, along with her six children, fourteen grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and many loving nieces and nephews.

We would like to extend a special thank you to all the kind staff at The Woodlands/Sunset House, Kingston of Sylvania and Ohio Living for all their dedicated service.

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Mary Elizabeth Hubbard - April 08, 1924 - February 01, 2022

Departed: 02/01/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Mary Backer Hubbard, 97, passed peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday February 1, 2022. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on April 8, 1924 to John W. and Mary (Askew) Backer. She married John R. (Bob) Hubbard on September 1, 1950. Mary attended Western High School and Goucher College in Baltimore. She graduated from the University of Vermont with a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Zoology. While attending the University of Vermont, Mary spent her summers as a research assistant in genetics at the University of Pennsylvania, and also at the Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, Massachusetts.

Mary's library career began in high school when she was a part-time student assistant at the Enoch Pratt Free Library, Baltimore. It continued when she was appointed librarian at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore. From there she attended the University of Wisconsin and received her Master's of Library Science degree. Later, she became the first professional librarian at the Academy of Medicine of Toledo and Lucas County which is now University of Toledo Medical College (UTMC). She held many other notable library positions during her career; however, she was appointed Manager of Science and Technology, Toledo-Lucas County Public Library in 1971, and retired from that post in 1990.

Mary was adventurous and had decided to pursue employment which would not only further her career, but further her travels west. She had planned on working in different cities with her ultimate destination being California. The first westward employment location was Toledo, Ohio. In Toledo, she met Bob Hubbard in a church fellowship group called "The Godwin Class". Bob had started the group as a way for younger members to fellowship and have fun. Bob's popularity and sense of humor won her over and they were engaged to be married six months after meeting. Although she never moved from Toledo, Bob and Mary shared similar passions for travel and adventure. During their 49 years of marriage, they had visited every state in the U.S. and several Canadian Provinces. After Bob passed in 1999, Mary continued her travels in Europe. She had visited Poland, Germany, Italy, Croatia, Argentina, Chile, England, and Scotland.

Mary had been involved in numerous organizations which reflected her interests both professionally and personally. Her broad interests included gardening, boating, nature, history, traveling, art, zoo, camping, symphony, and genealogy. Mary was particularly proud of her MacLeod Scottish ancestry and enjoyed attending annual Scottish Games and MacLeod Gatherings.

She is survived by her son, Howard (Patricia); daughter, Mary Zychowicz (Frank); 9 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren; and brother, John (Mary) Backer. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Philip; and granddaughter, Sarah.

Burial will be private. Those wishing to give memorials are asked to consider the Cherry Street Mission and the Bethany House. Other considerations are the Library Foundation of the Toledo-Lucas County Library, Read for Literacy, and the Toledo Animal Shelter. Arrangements by the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home (419)531-4424. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Eleanore Sarnowski - December 17, 1924 - January 28, 2022

Departed: 01/28/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Eleanore Sarnowski.

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Susan Szymanski - May 13, 1947 - January 25, 2022

Departed: 01/25/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Susan (Zjadewicz) Szymański, age 74, passed away on January 25, 2022. She was born on May 13, 1947 to Joseph and Louise Zjadewicz at St. Francis Hospital in Hamtramck, MI.

Sue was raised in Detroit, Mi. where she attended St. John the Evangelist Elementary School and graduated from Wilbur Wright High School. Two of her years at Wilbur Wright were as a co-op at DTE Energy, leading to a career she would stay at and retire from with over 30 years of service.

Sue was a longtime resident of Warren, MI. where she was frequently seen walking her beloved dogs, out in the yard gardening or feeding the birds and squirrels. In 2016, Sue moved to Holland, Ohio to be closer to family. Quick-witted and funny, feisty and kind, Sue had a big heart and was always generous to others.

Predeceased by father, Joseph Zjadewicz, mother, Louise Zjadewicz, brother, James Zjadewicz, sister, Mary Louise Zjadewicz Sullivan and niece, Tracy Mercer Nichols.

Survived by her sister, Patricia A. Duquette, three nieces and one nephew, and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews.

There will be a small private service at Little Flower Catholic Parish. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to your local humane society or favorite animal shelter.

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Sharon A. Johnson - January 25, 1945 - January 14, 2022

Departed: 01/14/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Sharon A Johnson, age 76, passed away on January 14, 2022, at Hospice of NW Ohio in Toledo. She was born in Mesa, AZ on January 25, 1945, to Albert F. and Annette C. (Rose) Pinski.

Sharon worked for the former Jeep Corporation from 1963 until retiring in 1999.

Surviving is her daughter, Michelle A. Beck (Scott Fisher); grandchildren, Alexander (Carly) Beck and Carson Whiting; and brothers, Al (Sue) Pinski and Charles Pinski. Preceded in death by her sister, Barbara Lauer.

Services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday January 22, 2022, in the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home, 2426 N. Reynolds Rd., Toledo, OH. 43615 where the family will receive guests beginning at 9:00 a.m. Saturday morning. Entombment Toledo Memorial Park.

Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of NW Ohio. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Arline A. Boes - June 01, 1933 - January 07, 2022

Departed: 01/07/2022 (Toledo)

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Laurie A. Crisp - May 10, 1964 - January 03, 2022

Departed: 01/03/2022 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Laurie Owen Crisp passed away on January 3rd, 2022. Laurie was born to Jack and Irene (Czerniak) Owen on May 10th, 1964. She was a 1982 graduate of Whitmer High School and received her bachelor’s in teaching from the University of Toledo and taught 1st grade, most recently at McGregor Elementary School. On July 8th, 2011, she married John Crisp and together they raised two children, Meredith, and Ross.

She was the perfect wife, sister and aunt, the perfect friend and most important to her - perfect mother - if you consider the selfless commitment to her kids without complaint and the result she produced, you can see it was a perfect role for her. Loving her was easy and receiving her love was the same because it was so genuine and pure. She was quick to laugh, spontaneous and full of life. To try and define Laurie in one word is impossible but the best word to describe her is selfless.  Laurie was always happiest when spending time with family and friends and was always in pursuit of time together and chasing sunsets. She is survived by her Husband of 10 years Mr. John Crisp, their two children Meredith McKinney and Ross Wagner and their spouses Josh and Ari. She is also survived by her sister Debbie Ferraro, and her nieces and nephews’ families and community of family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Irene, and Jack Owen.

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Kathryn "Kate" Wagner - April 30, 1944 - December 30, 2021

Departed: 12/30/2021 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Kathryn "Kate" Wagner, 77, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Elizabeth Scott Community, on December 30, 2021. Kate was born in Toledo, Ohio, on April 30, 1944 to Donald and Mary Timiney. Kate worked at the University of Toledo Federal Credit Union for 38 years retiring in 2010. She loved her family, friends, kids and especially her grandkids and great-grandkids. She loved playing games on her Ipad and Wii. She could talk to you for hours and make it seem like minutes. Her house was always the place to be during the LaGrange Street Polish Festival. Every year it turned into a neighborhood and classmates reunion. If you happen to be with her at a store or restaurant, you could almost guarantee she'd run into someone she knew and could catch up for hours. She loved listening to music. She loved many genres and artists but always came back to her favorite 50s/60s classics. Let us also not forget her love for Cher. She loved sitting on her front porch with her neighbors and letting those know who drove too fast to "SLOW DOWN!"

Surviving are her sons, Donald (Brandie) Wagner, Christopher (Gretchen) Wagner, Daniel Wagner, and Steven Wagner; daughters, Christine (Ernie) Anello, and Barb Gerken; 25 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 3 sisters. She is preceded in death by her parents; former husband, Carl Edward Wagner; sister, Regina Timiney; daughter, Angela Wagner; grandchildren, Megan Gerken, and Zachary Bell.

The family will receive friends and family at the Thos. I Wisniewski Funeral Home, 2426 N. Reynolds Rd. on Saturday January 8, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. (Noon) to 6:00 p.m. Due to the spread of Covid, we will have a celebration of her life at another time in 2022.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio. To leave a message for Kate's family please visit, www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Sister Maria Goretti Sodd - September 03, 1930 - December 22, 2021

Departed: 12/22/2021 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Sister Maria Goretti Sodd died at Rosary Care Center in Sylvania, Ohio on December 22, 2021. The daughter of Abraham and Sarah Sodd came to the convent in Sylvania in 1949 from St. Joseph Parish in Toledo, Ohio to begin preparation for becoming a Sister of St. Francis. As a teenager she wanted to be a nurse or a missionary in a foreign country but decided to do missionary work in her own country and joined the Sylvania Franciscans who she especially admired and became a teacher and principal instead.

Sister Goretti made her First Vows in 1952 and final Vows in 1955. Her professional background included a B.S. and M.A. degree from the University of Detroit in Detroit, Michigan and a M. A. in Pastoral Theology from the College of St. Mary-in-the-Woods in Terra Haute, Indiana. She taught elementary grades at Our Lady Queen of Heaven in Detroit, Michigan for the first 16 years of her religious life. She then became an elementary school principal for 21 years in Catholic schools in Sandusky, Bowling Green and Sylvania, Ohio. She worked at Lourdes College as Director of Continuing Education for nine years and as a Student Advisor for one year. She then co-directed the Sylvania Franciscan Associates for eight years and served the residents as a visitor at Rosary Care Center until she moved to Our Lady of Grace Hall, an assisted living facility for the Sisters. Sister entered her Third Age Ministry of Prayer in 2014 and served in that capacity until her death.

Sister Maria was preceded in death by her sisters, Elizabeth Boger and Mildred Bland; brothers, William Sodd and Ellis Sodd. She is survived by her sisters, Caroline Bukovics and Joanne Rinaldi; and brother, Vincent Sodd; and many loving nieces and nephews.

Sister Maria had many opportunities to travel in her lifetime. She visited 12 countries in Europe with three other Sisters, experienced the Franciscan Pilgrimage in Italy, and toured the Holy Land where she visited, among many sacred places, the burial sites of Abraham and Sarah, her parents' namesakes. To know Sister Maria Goretti was to know a relational person long before it was popular to be one. She took the First Commandment very seriously and treated everyone as a friend and as an equal with a special place in her heart for those on the margins of life. She loved life and shared her wonderful sense of humor with anyone and everyone she met. She was a "glass-half-full" kind of person who came from a large Lebanese family where she served as the matriarch in the later years. Her favorite Scripture quote was, "The Lord is my Shepherd, there is nothing I shall want." She also quoted Art Buchwald who once said, "The best things in life aren't things."

Sister will be missed by the Sisters in her Community as well as by her loving family, her caregivers, and the many people whose lives she touched in her 69 years in religious life.

There will be a Welcoming at Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at 1 p.m. Visitation will continue until the Funeral also on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at 4 p.m. in the Chapel.

Because COVID is still active, the Sisters ask those in attendance to please safeguard each other through some degree of social distancing plus wearing masks, if you so choose. Live Streaming of the Funeral Mass is: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/RvdadQRjabGk Once reaching this web site you will be asked for a password. The password is Sisters!! Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio.

Arrangements by Thomas I. Wisniewski Funeral Home. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Wanda J. Niemiec - July 09, 1927 - December 21, 2021

Departed: 12/21/2021 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Wanda J. (Wieczorek) Niemiec passed away peacefully on December 21, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was 94 years old. She was the sixth child born to Joseph and Hattie (Zalewska) Wieczorek on July 9, 1927. Wanda attended Parkland School on Lagrange Street in the Polish neighborhood of Toledo where she met her husband, John Niemiec. They were married in 1949 and had five children together. John preceded Wanda in death in 1976. Wanda was a longtime member of St. Hedwig Church where she was active in the PTA, Ladies Catholic Benevolent Association (LCBA), and served as a volunteer with the Sisters of St. Francis.

In addition to raising her family, Wanda enjoyed playing card games, dancing, traveling, and listening to Polka music. She loved the movie, Gone with the Wind, and rarely missed a television episode of Days of Our Lives. She was known for her homemade potato salad, Polish pastry, and her impeccable housekeeping. She was a current member of Christ the King Catholic Church. A devoted mother and grandmother, Wanda relished in celebrating her grandchildren's accomplishments. She will be greatly missed.

In addition to her husband, John, Wanda was preceded in death by her sisters, Lottie Zwierzychowski, Martha Polek, Irene Todorowski and Eleanor Szymanski; brothers, Anthony, Henry, Donald and Eugene Wieczorek; and son-in-law, William Patek. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Diane Patek, Michael, Thomas (Jill), Roseann Rickard, and Mark (Cheryl) Niemiec; sister, Joann Cieslewski; grandchildren, Jennifer Conrad, Janelle Rhodes, Paul Patek, Josh Rickard, Adam Rickard, Jessica Niemiec, Thomas Niemiec, Kyle Niemiec, Katie Niemiec, Gabrielle Niemiec; and seven great-grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews also survive.

On Monday, January 3, 2022, friends and family will be received at Christ the King Catholic Church beginning at 9:00 a.m. prior to the Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery. A special thank you to the staff of Rosary Care Center and Ebeid Hospice, both of Sylvania, for the kindhearted and compassionate service. Memorial donations are suggested to the Sisters of St. Francis or Christ the King Catholic Church.

Arrangements by the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home (419)531-4424. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Paul L. Miller - June 22, 1935 - December 17, 2021

Departed: 12/17/2021 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Paul L. Miller, age 86, died December 17, 2021 at Flower Hospital. He was born in Fremont, Ohio on June 22, 1935 to Paul B. and Virginia (Garner) Miller. Paul served in the U.S. Army and was a Contract Engineer for various companies over 40 years, retiring at the age of 62. He was a longtime member of Little Flower Catholic Church and it's Men's Club. Paul was also a member of the Maumee Valley Watch and Clock Collectors and the Frogtown Watergarden Club.

Surviving is his wife of 60 years, Patricia A. (Mowry) Miller; son, Paul I. Miller, Jr. and nephews, Terry and Jerry Neff. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Deborah A. Miller and sister, Marilyn Neff.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 until 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday December 22, 2021 in the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home 2426 N. Reynolds Rd. Toledo, OH. 43615. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday December 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in Little Flower Catholic Church where the family will receive guests beginning at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Memorial donations are suggested to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Robert Paul Topp - June 01, 1931 - December 09, 2021

Departed: 12/09/2021 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Robert was born Robert Paul Czubachowski on June 1, 1931, to Leonardo David Czubachowski and Fannie Margaret Onofrio. He left this world on December 9, 2021, to join the love of his life, wife and life partner, Shirley.

Please DO NOT mourn Robert's life but celebrate and envy the rich life he lived. He was born in Toledo during the great depression and enjoyed a wonderful childhood doted on by a large number of aunts and uncles and playing with many cousins and friends. He graduated from Nativity Catholic grade school as World War II was ending. Robert then went on to Macomber high school where he played second base for the school's varsity baseball team and won the City Championship played at Swayne Field where he hit two single base hits. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1952 and was attached to the 508 Airborn Regimental Combat Team where he earned his parachutists wings and made 23 successful jumps. Following an honorable discharge from the Army, Robert was appointed to the Toledo Fire Department. During his career on the Fire Department, he was stationed at No. 21, No. 23 and No. 18 Fire Stations. As a fireman he rescued numerous people and pets from burning buildings. In 1968 he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant and was stationed in the Alarm Office where he fielded fire and injury distress calls for the City of Toledo. While a firefighter he also worked in home remodeling for various companies including Hobbs Builders and Reynolds Brothers. Along with his work partner, James Craig, they could build a and Robert could complete a 2-car garage in a single weekend. He was also a junior partner with James Craig in running Jim's Beer Barrel located at Starr and E. Broadway which they remodeled and enlarged the establishment. Robert enjoyed many friends from the construction trades and the Fire Department while working at "The Barrel." After retiring from the Fire Department in 1984 he and Shirley began a career as glassblowers, studying at the Toledo Museum of Art, Penland School of Crafts in North Carolina and Orient and Flume in California. He and Shirley founded Hand Blown Glass and built their own 1,200 sq ft studio behind their home. Together they created free formed glass art, glass jewelry, and molded glass that were exhibited at the Toledo Museum of Art and in galleries in Toledo and Columbus. Everyone who knew Robert and Shirley were given at least one piece of their glass art. They also traveled the country selling their art at shows including the Crosby Festival for the Arts, Ann Arbor Arts Fair and Louisville's St James Court Art Show. They also sold their art in other shows all over the country from in Key West, FL, Traverse City, MI and San Diego, CA. Their signature pieces were the much sought after marbles and millefiori glass plates. After retiring from glass blowing and the loss of Shirley, Robert donated his entire studio to the Blissfield Arts Commission to build a hot glass teaching studio.

Robert is survived by his son, Bob (wife Jamie); daughters, Susan and Melinda (husband Jeff Kronenacker); stepdaughters, Marla and Jamie and beloved cat, Blossom. His grandchildren include, Cortney, Natalie, "Jay," Katie and Lauren, Brianna and Grant. Robert we all hope we can live a life as full as yours. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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Judy M. Zientek - February 08, 1947 - December 08, 2021

Departed: 12/08/2021 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Judy Maxine (Fietz) Zientek, age 74, died peacefully Wednesday, December 8, 2021, at the Goerlich Center in Sylvania, OH, after a long struggle with dementia. Judy was born in Toledo, February 8, 1947, to Kenneth and Juanita (Miller) Fietz. She was a 1965 graduate of Scott High School. After starting her family, she went on to work at Riverside Hospital, where she forged many lifelong friends, eventually retiring from Mercy Health Partners after more than 30 years. Judy loved entertaining and being with family and friends, she helped to organize many events and was always willing to lend a hand. Holidays and dinners were always special at her house, she had a way of making everyone feel welcome. She was always the lady with the camera, taking pictures of everything. She baked beautiful cakes for weddings and birthdays, loved to travel and see the United States and had a special fondness for summers at Round Lake. She was an amazing and devoted single mother, taking her children on many vacations throughout the years. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren who were the light of her life.

Left to cherish her memory are her sisters, Patricia Fietz, Shirley (John) Stanko; brother, Richard Fietz (Jolyn); children, Pamela (Mark) Perkins and Brian (Korrie) Zientek; grandchildren, Christopher (Misty) Wood, Jeremy Zientek and Brittany Biggs; great-grandchildren, Connor, Travis, Aubree, and Emilee; as well as many nieces and nephews whom she adored. Judy will forever be missed.

Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Judy's life on Wednesday December 15, 2021, from 2-8pm at Thomas I. Wisniewski & Wick Funeral Home, 2426 N. Reynolds Rd, Toledo, OH 43615. www.wisniewskifuneral.net

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James P. Brandt - March 07, 1931 - November 29, 2021

Departed: 11/29/2021 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: James P. Brandt, age 90, of Sylvania passed away November 29, 2021. James was born in Toledo, Ohio to Paul Brandt and Dorthy Vernum on March 7, 1931. Surviving are his wife, Dianne Rita Brandt; children, Lawrence (Phuong) Brandt, Debra (Tony) Hill, James (Louise) Brandt and Douglas Brandt; extended family, Cathy (Mike) Segrist, Christine (Dave) Fisher, Carole (Dan) Lulfs, Dan (Colleen) Cappelletty and Sandy (Tom) Burt. Also survived by many grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. James was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Joan Gruber.

James graduated from De Vilbiss High School in 1949. From 1950 to 1952, James served in the United States Marine Corp as Sergeant during the Korean conflict. After serving in the military, James became an apprentice in Local 50 Plumbers and Pipefitters. He worked at Johnson Controls for over 30 years, eventually assuming position of field superintendent for all new temperature control construction projects. James was talented in woodworking and most types of construction and his skills are evident in many of his children's homes. He had a talent for fixing the most improbable of furniture to look brand new.

For thirty-seven years, James and Dianne spent summers at Lake Diane in Michigan and hosted many, many parties for their family and friends. All the children and grandchildren have many happy memories growing up at the lake. James had a passion for bass fishing and was very often seen out on the lake looking for the big one. His final days were spent surrounded by the family and friends he loved so much. His family would like to thank Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice of Ohio, especially Sean Sullivan, Hospice RN, and Tim Rabara, Spiritual Care Coordinator, for their compassionate care and loving support.

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Virginia P. Pojedynski - March 16, 1931 - November 24, 2021

Departed: 11/24/2021 (Toledo)

Obituary Preview: Virginia P. (Borysiak) Pojedynski, age 90, joined her husband John in heaven on November 24, 2021. She was born on March 16, 1931 in Toledo to Matthew and Bertha (Horoszewski) Borysiak. Virginia grew up in North Toledo and married John Pojedynski on August 26, 1950 at St. Hedwig Catholic Church. She was very involved in her parish and was most proud of her family, religion and Polish heritage. She loved being a Busia.

Virginia lived the last seven and a half years at Genacross of Wolf Creek where she found comfort in saying the Rosary, visits by therapy dogs, Polish music and her many friends she made there.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, John in 2004 and her brother Richard Borysiak.

Surviving are her children, Diane Pojedynski, David Pojedynski, Dale (Karen) Pojedynski and Sandy (Paul) Mocek; also surviving are her grandchildren, Matthew Mocek and Andrew Mocek(Katherine Nejedlo), brother Walter Borysiak and granddog Sammie.

The family will receive friends on Sunday November 28, 2021 from 2:00 until 7:00 p.m. in the Thos. I. Wisniewski Funeral Home 2426 North Reynolds Rd. Toledo, OH. 43615 where the Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday November 29 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick of Heatherdowns Catholic Church where the family will receive friends beginning at 9:30 a.m.

Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery.

The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff at Genacross of Wolf Creek and Hospice of NW Ohio for their loving care of Virginia.

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What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their surviving family members, funeral arrangements, and any notable achievements or accomplishments.

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Obituaries serve as a way to notify friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.

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