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Cheryl Deckard Obituary

Cheryl Ann "Bear" Deckard-Muetzel age 67 of Marion, Ohio peacefully passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at OSU Wexner Medical Center. She was born April 22, 1958 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Charles W. and Joann (Myers) Deckard. On March 27 th, 1976, she married the love of her life, Timothy C. "Geri" Muetzel. Affectionately known as "Bear" by all who knew her, Cheryl was the heart of her family. She found her greatest joy in spending time with her grandchildren-whether cheering them on at sporting events or watching them play in the yard. Her weekends were reserved for her favorite teams, as she proudly rooted for the Ohio State Buckeyes and her beloved Pittsburgh Steelers. Cheryl's warmth, humor, and unwavering love will be deeply missed by her brothers Bob (Diane) Deckard of Georgia, Tom Deckard of Columbus, Oh., her children, Michael (Angie) Muetzel of Bucyrus, Oh., Kevin (Jill) Muetzel of Heath, Oh., special daughters, Emily and Kaitlyn, special son, Alexi (Caitlin) Potts and 17 grand & great grandchildren. Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Joann Deckard, her husband, Timothy Muetzel, her son, Charles Muetzel and her faithful dog, Cheeks. The family is holding private services Friday, October 3, 2025. The Snyder Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family during this difficult time. On line condolences may be expressed to the family at www.SnyderFuneralHomes.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Cheryl Ann Deckard, please visit our floral store.

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Published by Crawford County Now on Oct. 1, 2025.

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