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Claude J. Liebrecht
Claude J. Liebrecht, age 95 passed away Sunday, September 9, 2018, at Sunset Village in Sylvania, surrounded by his loving family.
He was a beloved husband of nearly 70 years to Mary Ann, and together they lovingly raised their three children, Claudia, Patty and Dan.
Claude was born October 26, 1922, the son of William J. and Catherine (Knapp) Liebrecht in Ottoville, Ohio. After moving to Cleveland in 1941, he volunteered for the military and proudly served in the Army, as a member of the 99th Division, who bravely fought in the Battle of the Bulge, was the first division to cross the Rhine River into Germany at Remagen, and helped liberate sub camps at Dachau.
Returning home, Claude met the love of his life Mary Ann at a festival in Ft. Jennings, Ohio, and began a nearly 70 year love story, of a committed couple, the best kind of partners, who were always there for each other, in good and hard times.
Claude began his career in barbering in Toledo that spanned over 47 years, starting in the Old West End, and then over 40 years at the Friendly Service Barber Shop at Lewis and Eleanor. Claude took pride in his work, often cutting the hair of several generations of a family, and in the caring friendships he had with so many of those customers.
From singing in the choir at St. Clement to often visiting and cutting the hair of customers who were sick or hospitalized, Claude's life was filled with a sense of service to others.
A lifelong Cincinnati Reds fan, Claude again turned towards helping others, by rustling up all the kids in the neighborhood to meet at the ball field to learn how to play baseball.
Claude was preceded in his death by his parents, as well as his brother Paul, and his grandson Steven Skinner. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; three children, Claudia (Jeff) Beutler, Patty (Patrick) Skinner and Dan (Jennifer) Liebrecht; ten grandchildren, Kristen, Kelly, Joseph, Meghan, Jack, Kathryn, Joseph, David, Christine and Matthew; thirteen great-grandchildren; his brother, Jerome (Anne) Liebrecht and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Claude was a man of faith, who loved the Lord, and lived his life with a deep sense of gratitude.
The family is truly grateful for the wonderful care Dad received from all the staff at Sunset Village Sylvania as well as Ashanti Hospice.
Visitation will be held at Ansberg-West Funeral Home, 3000 West Sylvania Ave., Toledo, on Friday, September 14, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., where the Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at St. Clement Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 15, 2018. Interment will follow at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider St. Clement Catholic Church. Condolences for Claude's family may be expressed online at
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It's hard to believe it's been five years. One great memory I have is how he built a skating rink in his back yard so we could all learn to ice skate. I mean the whole neighborhood! Susan and Patty were pretty good and helped me to stand up straight and glide. Claude would sometimes come out and make us all laugh or take pictures. Good times!
Nancy Campbell
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September 6, 2023
My condolences to the whole family. I have so many good memories of how kind Claude was to all of us kids growing up in the neighborhood. He and I had a special bond when I was very young. I would tell him "I have a secret I want to share with you". Then when he would lean down so I could whisper in his ear, I would plant a kiss on his cheek. He would "fall" for it everytime. Rest in Peace Claude, you will be missed.
Nancy Campbell
September 14, 2018
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September 13, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Lipford
September 13, 2018
Jan & I were very sorry to hear about your father Dan... his wonderful life is a credit and a reflection of your loving family and your mother Mary...the blessings that God has given will carry on for us until a place will be prepared for us. You and your loved ones are in our prayers and thoughts. God Bless John & Jan Lipford
John & Jan Lipford
September 13, 2018
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