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DON ULREY
LIMA — Don K. Ulrey, age 67, was called into the presence of the Lord at 5:35 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2015, at his home.
Don was born October 23, 1948 in Lima, to the late Lawrence D. and Becky J. (Gray) Ulrey. On October 19, 1974 he married the love of his life, Sandra K. "Sandy" (Fisher) Ulrey, who survives in Lima. They were married 41 wonderful years.
Don was a 1967 graduate of Lima Senior High School. He is a decorated veteran of the United States Army serving in the Vietnam War and receiving the Purple Heart. Mr. Ulrey retired on October 30, 2006 from the City of Lima. Don enjoyed playing golf, fishing, and playing water volleyball. He was a classic car enthusiast, who loved Thunderbirds. He was a dedicated husband, dad and grandpa, who enjoyed being with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Don and Sandy were blessed with two daughters, Julie L. (Eric) Kretz of Bluffton, Angie M. (Dave Haugh) Nichols of Mount Blanchard; three granddaughters, Lindsay Nichols of Mount Blanchard, Sarah Nichols, of Mount Blanchard and Bridgette Nichols, who preceded him in death.
Other survivors include his beloved K-nine granddaughter, Sandy; three brothers, John W. Ulrey of Lima, Brian L. (Diana) Ulrey of Lima, and Rodney L. Ulrey of Lima; three brothers-in-law, Chuck (Sharon) Fisher of LaFayette, Tim Fisher of Alger and Kevin Fisher of Lima; sister-in-law, Linda Fisher of Jackson Center and several nieces and nephews
He is preceded in death by, two brothers-in-law, Mark Fisher and Mike Fisher
Funeral services will begin 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at CHILES - LAMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL. Chaplain Dick Coon will officiate the services. Burial will follow in Salem Westminster Cemetery, Westminster. Military Rites will be provided by the VFW Post #1275 and the United States Army.
Friends may call from 2:00- 4:00 & 6:00 - 8:00 pm Monday, November 16, 2015 at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Senior Citizens Services, 3400 W. Elm Street, Lima, Ohio 45807.
Condolences may be expressed at chiles-lamanfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Don Ulrey
Steven Newland
November 17, 2015
Sorry to hear the passing of Don. I went to school with Don and Brian at South Jr. High School
Geoffrey Ulrey
November 17, 2015
Sandy,
I want to express my heartfelt sympathy and sincere condolences on your loss. You, and the family are all in my thoughts and prayers, and I pray that God will fill you with peace, give you the strength to get through this hard time, give you joy as you remember, and bring you all comfort, as you mourn for Don.
God bless and keep you all.
With love,
November 16, 2015
So sorry for your loss. To help your grieving, share and concentrate on your many happy memories.
Joyce Daley
November 16, 2015
Sandy & family,
So sorry for the loss of Don. My heart goes out to each of you. Our thoughts & prayers
Love to you all
Joyce, Judson Daley
Dallas Kemper
November 15, 2015
Sandy, my heart goes out to you cousin. My thoughts and prayers will be with for many days to come. Sending love and light.
Kenny & Jan Stevens
November 15, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Bob and Shirley Kroeger
November 15, 2015
Sandy, we are sorry to hear of your loss. We have many fond memories of Don, playing volleyball and golf,traveling the Caribbean and eating at various restaurants. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tianna Wilson
November 15, 2015
Condolences to Sandy and the family (Chuck). Don was such a spirit of life taken too soon. May you find comfort in the many memories that were made.
Phil & Susan Zack
November 15, 2015
We are sorry to hear Don was called home at such a young age but rejoice that he is Heaven bound. So glad we had the chances to visit at reunion. We are in Florida so we are sending hugs and prayers for your comfort Sandy. Phil & Susan
Jim and Barb Ulrey
November 15, 2015
Dear Sandy, we are so very sad to hear that you have lost Don. We will miss his loving heart, his humor and his teasing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the Lord wrap in his comfort and peace. with love Jim and Barb Ulrey
Chad nichols
November 15, 2015
Condolences to the ulrey family .on your loss from the Nichols family..
Gary and Judy Price
November 14, 2015
Sandy and girls, We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Don was a super nice guy. Please accept our sincere condolences and prayers to you and the family..
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